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Book cover of 'Hippos Go Berserk!' by Sandra Boynton

Story Stroll Featuring 'Hippos Go Berserk!'

at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center

2025-08-10 00:00:00 2025-08-10 23:59:00 America/Chicago Story Stroll Featuring 'Hippos Go Berserk!' Find the all hippo chaos in the final Story Stroll of the summer in Duckstad Woods. Enter at the corner of Christian Street and Jefferson Avenue. Fertile Public Library -

Sunday, August 10
All day

Add to Calendar 2025-08-10 00:00:00 2025-08-10 23:59:00 America/Chicago Story Stroll Featuring 'Hippos Go Berserk!' Find the all hippo chaos in the final Story Stroll of the summer in Duckstad Woods. Enter at the corner of Christian Street and Jefferson Avenue. Fertile Public Library -

Find the all hippo chaos in the final Story Stroll of the summer in Duckstad Woods. Enter at the corner of Christian Street and Jefferson Avenue.

The Fertile Public Library has teamed up with the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center and Polk County Public Health to offer a series of Story Strolls this summer tied to our Summer Reading Program Jungle theme. Children and their families are invited to explore the trails as they read the book pages set up along the path. The trails will be marked.

The third Story Stroll features 'Hippos Go Berserk!' by Sandra Boynton and will be up in early August in Duckstad woods until after Labor Day. The story begins quite simply, with no hint of the chaos ahead: One hippo, all alone, calls two hippos on the phone… Exuberant hippopotamus guests show up in ever-increasing numbers, until an all-night party is inevitable.

How It Works
Find the Story Stroll on the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trail in Duckstad Woods that starts by the sports complex. The trail entrance at the corner of Christian St. and Jefferson Ave. Check the Library's Facebook Event page for any extras, updates, or changes.

Make It Count
Help us continue events like this by having everyone in your group grab a rock at the beginning to answer the question at the end of the book. We'd love for you share some pictures of you on the trail with us!

A big thanks to the Agassiz Environmental Leaning Center for hosting and Polk County Public Health's assistance in creating the Story Strolls.

 

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Teens (Ages 13-18) | Seniors | Pre-Schoolers (Ages 3-6) | Middle Grade (Ages 10-13) | K-5th Graders (Ages 5-10) | Infants + Toddlers (Ages 0-3) | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading Program | Story Stroll | Entertainment |

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Fertile Public Library
Fertile@larl.org
Phone: 218-945-6137
Branch manager
Laura Gullickson
Hours
Mon, May 12 Closed
Tue, May 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, May 14 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 17 Closed
Sun, May 18 Closed
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About the branch

The Fertile Public Library is tucked inside the Duane Knutson Community Center on Mill Street across the street from the Main Street Station & Deli. The Fertile Library is a large one-room library with access to a small meeting room and auditorium that can be reserved through the city office and 24-hour access to WiFi.

Upcoming Events

Watercolor: Go With the Flow Landscape - Watercolor Painting Class for Teens & Adults
Thu, May 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults and teens are invited to join us for a free watercolor painting class. This class is suitable for all experience levels and materials will be provided.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. What's your favorite vegetable in a garden?
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Sun, May 18, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Mon, May 19, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Tue, May 20, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Knitters Plus - Welcoming All Fiber Artists
Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join a group of fellow fiber artists for a dedicated crafting time. All are welcome to bring their projects. It's OK to be early the city usually has the building open.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Wed, May 21, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
"Hot Dish Heaven" Author Visit - Featuring Minnesota Author Jeanne Cooney
Wed, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join your library for a hilarious presentation by Jeanne Cooney, author of the popular "Hot Dish Heaven Mystery" series.
Resolute Readers Book Club - Join us to discuss "The World Played Chess"
Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Discuss "The World Played Chess" by Robert Dugoni a novel about breaking away, shaping a life, and seeking one's own destiny.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Thu, May 22, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Fri, May 23, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Fri, May 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. The topic this week is robots!
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Sat, May 24, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Sun, May 25, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Mon, May 26, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Tue, May 27, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Knitters Plus - Welcoming All Fiber Artists
Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join a group of fellow fiber artists for a dedicated crafting time. All are welcome to bring their projects. It's OK to be early the city usually has the building open.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Wed, May 28, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Thu, May 29, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Fri, May 30, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Fri, May 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. Like our Summer Reading Program, this week's topic is the jungle. Summer Reading starts next week!
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Sat, May 31, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Sun, Jun 01, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Mon, Jun 02, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Tue, Jun 03, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Knitters Plus - Welcoming All Fiber Artists
Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm
What fiber project will you create? The first Tuesday of the month the group has their long day. It's ok if you are early the city has the building open.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Wed, Jun 04, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Take & Make Kit: Watercolor Drop Painting - Learn all about how water and oil interact!
Wed, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Explore how water reacts when dropped on oil in this fun take-home STEAM activity. This is a great outdoor activity.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Thu, Jun 05, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Fri, Jun 06, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Parking Lot Petting Zoo - Check out some big machines up close!
Fri, Jun 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kick off the summer by visiting our parking lot to get an up-close look at some of the big machines seen around town.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Sat, Jun 07, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Sun, Jun 08, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Mon, Jun 09, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Tue, Jun 10, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Knitters Plus - Welcoming All Fiber Artists
Tue, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join a group of fellow fiber artists for a dedicated crafting time. It's OK to be early, the city has the building open. All are welcome to bring their projects.
Funky Colored Sloths - Craft Activity for Teens
Tue, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens are invited to create a 3D paper sloth in a range of colors. Bring a friend and create a paper sloth to hang out with. Materials available throughout the week while supplies last.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Wed, Jun 11, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Thu, Jun 12, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Funday Stampers - Crafting event for cardmakers, scrapbookers, & stampers
Thu, Jun 12, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Join us for a fun day of card-making! Each month we learn a new technique or have a challenge. Work, visit, or get new ideas.
Story Stroll Featuring 'The Jungle Run' - at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center
Fri, Jun 13, All day
Enjoy the river loop trail at the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center while reading "The Jungle Run," a kid's book about a fun jungle race.
Hungry, Hungry Hippos - Take on the Hungry, Hungry Hippos game, library style!
Fri, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn all about hippos at the library! We will learn some hippo facts, play a life-sized game, color some jungle leaves with oil pastels, plus more!
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