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Kitchens of Hope with Lee Svitak Dean

author of "The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book"
2025-10-06 14:00:00 2025-10-06 15:00:00 America/Chicago Kitchens of Hope with Lee Svitak Dean Join your library to hear from author Lee Svitak Dean about her latest book celebrating the recipes and stories of immigrants from more than thirty countries. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Monday, October 06
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-06 14:00:00 2025-10-06 15:00:00 America/Chicago Kitchens of Hope with Lee Svitak Dean Join your library to hear from author Lee Svitak Dean about her latest book celebrating the recipes and stories of immigrants from more than thirty countries. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Join your library to hear from author Lee Svitak Dean about her latest book celebrating the recipes and stories of immigrants from more than thirty countries.

Join your library to hear about “The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book” author Lee Svitak Dean’s latest project, “Kitchens of Hope” co-written with Linda S. Svitak and Christen Jay Eaten with photography by Tom Wallace. Bringing readers on a culinary journey around the globe, “Kitchens of Hope” features recipes and stories of immigrants from more than thirty countries and celebrates cuisines from all around the world. The author will discuss the process of writing “Kitchens of Hope” as well as “The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book.”

Admission is free thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

Find books by Lee Svitak Dean in our collection here.

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Legacy Events | Author Visits |

TAGS: | recipes | cookbook | author visit |

Detroit Lakes Public Library
Phone: 218-847-2168
Hours
Mon, Sep 29 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 30 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 01 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 02 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 03 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 04 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Oct 05 Closed
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The Detroit Lakes Public Library is located in downtown Detroit Lakes at the intersection of Washinton Ave. and Frazee Street. The library offers two meeting rooms, four study rooms, a legal kiosk, free Wi-Fi and much more.

Upcoming Events

All Abilities Storytime - Neurodiverse friendly social time
Tue, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us for an engaging, interactive and inclusive story and play time. Our library offers a welcoming, accessible space where children of all abilities can enjoy the magic of storytelling.  
Writer's Group - Share your work and learn from other writers!
Wed, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Our monthly Writers' Group is a place for writers of all levels to come together and share your work, ideas, and encouragement with each other. All genres welcome.  
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
After Hours Book Club: "Twilight" and/or "Midnight Sun" - At Bucks Mill Brewing
Thu, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at Bucks Mill Brewing for the After Hours Book Club meeting to discuss this month's selections, "Twilight" and/or "Midnight Sun" by Stephenie Meyer.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Kitchens of Hope with Lee Svitak Dean - author of "The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book"
Mon, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join your library to hear from author Lee Svitak Dean about her latest book celebrating the recipes and stories of immigrants from more than thirty countries.
Ask a Techspert - Get Technology Assistance at Your Library!
Mon, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Do you have a phone, tablet, laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device that you’re struggling to use? We can help! Registration required.
Garden Talks with Local Master Gardeners - Getting Your Yard & Garden Ready for Winter with DMae Ceryes
Tue, Oct 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Join us for a presentation by Master Gardener, DMae Ceryes, on how to prepare your yards and gardens for the upcoming winter.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
Create Your Own "Junk Journal" - Jump into a New Hobby with your library!
Sat, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Try out a new hobby at your library! Join Brenda as she introduces to the art of junk journaling, where you can create a handmade book using recycled and repurposed materials. Registration required.
"The Thirteenth Crime" with author Janet Preus - The Ghosts of Injustice in Frontier Otter Tail County
Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Minnesota author Janet Preus takes us back in time to 1887's Ottertail County and the true events surrounding the death of Lillie Field in her book "The Thirteenth Crime."
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
Local Legends and Lore - with Midwest Paranormal Files
Fri, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn about local legends, cryptids, and folklore from the Midwest Paranormal Files experts, who have been investigating the paranormal since 2010.This is a family-friendly presentation.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Cryptid Creatures
Mon, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Kids will learn about different creature monster myths and design a creature to take home. Registration is preferred.
Tuesday Afternoon Book Club - Join us to discuss "The Quarry Girls" by Jess Lourey
Tue, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to discuss this month's selection, "The Quarry Girls" by Jess Lourey. All are welcome including those who haven't read the book.
Night at the Library - With the ECFE
Tue, Oct 21, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Join Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) and the Detroit Lakes Public Library for a night of stories and activities.
Open Acoustic Jam
Wed, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Come join us for an unplugged jam. All experience levels are welcome to this supportive and family-friendly event. Bring your acoustic instrument and come have some fun!
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Genealogy Work Session - Take on your family research project!
Mon, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Did you know the library offers free access to genealogy research tools? Join us to get assistance navigating the library's resources. Registration required.
Anime & Manga Club
Mon, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anime fans are invited to geek out over their favorite shows. This month we are talking about how to create a cosplay or costume based on your favorite characters.
All Abilities Storytime - Neurodiverse friendly social time
Tue, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us for an engaging, interactive and inclusive story and play time. Our library offers a welcoming, accessible space where children of all abilities can enjoy the magic of storytelling.  
Music Medley at the Library - Sponsored by Detroit Lakes Library Club
Tue, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us to be entertained by a variety of instrumental and vocal performances. This event is sponsored by Detroit Lakes Library Club, and is free and open to all. Come early to enjoy refreshments. 
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
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