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Peace Corps Speaker Series 2025

Explore the world with presentations at your library!
2025-02-18 18:30:00 2025-02-18 19:30:00 America/Chicago Peace Corps Speaker Series 2025 Join us for presentations by Peace Corps volunteers in our community! They will speak about their travels to the Marshall Islands, Tanzania, the Republic of Kiribati, and Kenya. All are welcome! Moorhead Public Library -

Tuesday, February 18
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-18 18:30:00 2025-02-18 19:30:00 America/Chicago Peace Corps Speaker Series 2025 Join us for presentations by Peace Corps volunteers in our community! They will speak about their travels to the Marshall Islands, Tanzania, the Republic of Kiribati, and Kenya. All are welcome! Moorhead Public Library -

Join us for presentations by Peace Corps volunteers in our community! They will speak about their travels to the Marshall Islands, Tanzania, the Republic of Kiribati, and Kenya. All are welcome!

The Peace Corps provides a service opportunity for motivated changemakers to immerse themselves in a community abroad, working side by side with local leaders to tackle the most pressing challenges of our generation. Peace Corps volunteers lead grassroots efforts to protect the environment and strengthen understanding of environmental issues in communities worldwide. Come and listen to local guest speakers share stories about their travels across the globe.

February 4 - Anne Walker, Marshall Islands, 1987-1989
February 11 - Scott Pryor, Tanzania, 1994-97
February 18 - Jennifer Sweatman, Republic of Kiribati, 2003-2005
February 25 - Herb Ludwig, Kenya, 1989-91

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Teens (Ages 13-18) | Seniors | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentations |

TAGS: | travel | service opportunities | peace corps |

Moorhead Public Library
moorhead@larl.org
Phone: 218-233-7594
Branch manager
Megan Krueger
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Lutheran Social Services for Seniors Office Hours - On the Second Monday of the Month from 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Office hours from Lutheran Social Services are here to connect you to resources in our community that help you where you need it most.
Best Sellers Book Club - Join us to discuss "We Solve Murders"
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discuss the latest best sellers with the Moorhead Public Library! This month we'll meet to discuss "We Solve Murders" by Richard Osman.
CAP-LP Housing Office Hours - Tuesday Afternoons
Tue, Jan 13, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAP-LP) helps families seeking housing assistance, and more.   
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Tue, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow. This week's theme is DIVERSITY!
Color My World Storytime Featuring Miss St. Croix Valley - Explore feelings and emotions with Whitney McClain
Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us for a royally special Storytime featuring MN's own Whitney McClain - current Miss St. Croix Valley 2026. Whitney will share stories that explore the connection between feelings and colors.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is DIVERSITY!
The Language Exchange - Italian Edition
Wed, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for themed conversations on a variety of topics to practice your multilingual skills! The second Wednesday of the month will be dedicated to practicing Italian language proficiency.
Waiting for Outlander Book Club - Let's discuss "The Feather Thief" by Kirk Wallace Johnson!
Wed, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us on the second Wednesday every month to discuss books similar to the “Outlander” series. This month, we are discussing “The Feather Thief" by Kirk Wallace Johnson.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us on Thursday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week's theme is DIVERSITY!
Job Seeker Series - Learn about securing employment in today's workforce
Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for a series of informational sessions for job seekers, with Samantha Ramirez, Job Counselor at Rural Minnesota CEP (Concentrated Employment Program, Inc.).
It's a Stuffie Sleepover! - Bring your stuffed animal for a fun night at the library
Fri, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bring your favorite stuffed animal to the library for an adventure! Come to a special pajama Storytime, make a name card for your stuffie and send them off to a library sleepover with a bedtime story.
Spanish Storytime with Sra. Mónica Olivares - Join us for a Spanish Immersion Storytime!
Sat, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
Spanish speakers and learners alike are welcome for a Spanish Storytime at the Moorhead Public Library. Join local Spanish Immersion teacher Sra. Mónica Olivares for stories and language exchange!
CAP-LP Housing Office Hours - Tuesday Afternoons
Tue, Jan 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAP-LP) helps families seeking housing assistance, and more.   
Plant Propagation - Turn one plant into many!
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for a hands-on workshop to learn how to turn one houseplant into many, with Clay County Extension.
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Tue, Jan 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow. This week's theme is BEARS!
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is BEARS!
The Language Exchange - Portuguese Edition
Wed, Jan 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for themed conversations on a variety of topics to practice your multilingual skills! The third Wednesday of the month will be dedicated to practicing Portuguese language proficiency.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us on Thursday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week's theme is BEARS!
Job Seeker Series - Learn about securing employment in today's workforce
Thu, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for a series of informational sessions for job seekers, with Samantha Ramirez, Job Counselor at Rural Minnesota CEP (Concentrated Employment Program, Inc.).
An evening with playwright Jayne Deely - Offered in partnership with Theatre B
Thu, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Join us as we welcome playwright and performer Jayne Deely for a reading from their play "I Never Asked for a GoFundMe", followed by a conversation with Jayne about playwriting, and a Q&A session.
Kids Craft Fair
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Take a break from the cold and join us at the library for an interactive Kids Craft Fair! Stop in for a variety of crafting activities that you can make and take home with you!
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Tue, Jan 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow. This week's theme is SILLY STORIES!
The Language Exchange - Spanish Edition
Wed, Jan 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for themed conversations on a variety of topics to practice your multilingual skills! The fourth Wednesday of the month will be dedicated to practicing Spanish language proficiency.
Memoir Writing Workshop with Kevin Zepper - a Senior Social Special Event
Thu, Jan 29, 10:00am - 11:30am
Have you ever wondered how to preserve your memories for future generations? Join us as local author Kevin Zepper shares tips for writing your memoir.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us on Thursday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week's theme is SILLY STORIES!
Job Seeker Series - Learn about securing employment in today's workforce
Thu, Jan 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for a series of informational sessions for job seekers, with Samantha Ramirez, Job Counselor at Rural Minnesota CEP (Concentrated Employment Program, Inc.).
Johnny Avalanche and the Trek to Everest Base Camp - at the Hjemkomst Center
Sat, Jan 31, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join your library for a Frostival presentation at the Hjemkomst Center with local author, photographer, videographer and adventurer Lee Hoedl!
Trek Toward the Top of the World: Everest Base Camp with Lee - at the Hjemkomst Center
Sat, Jan 31, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Join your library for a Frostival presentation at the Hjemkomst Center with local author, photographer, videographer and adventurer Lee Hoedl!
Craft Connection - Monday Meetup
Mon, Feb 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us to craft and chat! Bring whatever project you are working on and meet up with other local crafters. Refreshments will be provided.
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Tue, Feb 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow. This week's theme is MUSIC!
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Wed, Feb 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is MUSIC!
Language Exchange - French Edition
Wed, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for themed conversations on a variety of topics to practice your multilingual skills! The first Wednesday of the month will be dedicated to practicing French language proficiency.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Thu, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us on Thursday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week's theme is MUSIC!
Turning the Page: Moorhead Public Library Building Farewell - It’s not Goodbye, It’s, We’ll See You Soon!
Thu, Feb 05, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Bid farewell to the Moorhead Public Library’s current location at 118 5th Street South and celebrate the memories and milestones that made the library the heart of the community over the years.
Day of Play - STEM Activities With Brainy Ink!
Fri, Feb 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for hands-on learning, joyful play, and a fun-filled day of STEM-inspired stations designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and learning through play with Brainy Ink!
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