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Image for event: A Minnesota Original: Governor Rudy Perpich

A Minnesota Original: Governor Rudy Perpich

with Author Ben Schierer

2025-10-09 18:30:00 2025-10-09 19:30:00 America/Chicago A Minnesota Original: Governor Rudy Perpich Join your library to hear from author Ben Schierer about one of Minnesota's longest-serving and most intriguing governors as is chronicled in his book "Perpich: A Minnesota Original" Moorhead Public Library -

Thursday, October 09
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-09 18:30:00 2025-10-09 19:30:00 America/Chicago A Minnesota Original: Governor Rudy Perpich Join your library to hear from author Ben Schierer about one of Minnesota's longest-serving and most intriguing governors as is chronicled in his book "Perpich: A Minnesota Original" Moorhead Public Library -

Join your library to hear from author Ben Schierer about one of Minnesota's longest-serving and most intriguing governors as is chronicled in his book "Perpich: A Minnesota Original"

Hear the behind-the-scenes stories of Minnesota’s longest-serving governors, Rudy Perpich, with a historical presentation by author Ben Schierer. Schierer will share about Perpich’s background, including his youth on the Iron Range and his rise to the office of governor.

This program is made possible thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

Find Perpich: A Minnesota Original in the collection here.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Legacy Events | Author Visits |

TAGS: | Perpich | Minnesota | Legacy |

Moorhead Public Library
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Phone: 218-233-7594
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Megan Krueger
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Mon, Aug 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Senior Social - Join us for a social hour!
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meet up with friends at Moorhead Public Library for a weekly social hour to connect over coffee, play games, and chat.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Thu, Aug 21, 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 HEDGEHOGS!
Food Preservation: Safety Tips - Learn basic steps for preserving fruits and vegetables
Mon, Aug 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us to learn some food preservation basics with Jillian Patrie, University of MN Extension Clay County Horticulture Educator.
Silent Book Club - Monday Meetup
Mon, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us to enjoy some quiet reading time.
CAP-LP Housing Office Hours - Tuesday Afternoons
Tue, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 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 PIGS!
MN Recovery Connection Office Hours - Wednesdays
Wed, Aug 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Minnesota Recovery Connection seeks to strengthen the community and support long-term recovery through peer-to-peer support services, education, and advocacy.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Wed, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is PIGS!
Red Cross "Battle of the Badges" Blood Drive - Blood Donations (and First Responders) Save Lives!
Wed, Aug 27, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Moorhead Public Library is partnering with the Red Cross for a "Battle of the Badges" blood drive! Sign up to help save lives and cast your vote for local first responders.
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Origami Club at the Moorhead Library - Origami Club
Wed, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us at the Moorhead Public Library for a twice monthly origami club. All are welcome to come and practice this paper folding skill.
Gambling: What's the Risk? - Join us for an informational Senior Social
Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 11:30am
Sonja Mertz from the MN Alliance on Problem Gambling will discuss how to be aware of gambling risks and practice harm reduction, to help you have fun and stay safe.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Thu, Aug 28, 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 PIGS!
CAP-LP Housing Office Hours - Tuesday Afternoons
Tue, Sep 02, 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, Sep 02, 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 PRIMATES!
Mobile Mental Health Crisis Response Office Hours - Here at the Moorhead Library on First Wednesday of the Month
Wed, Sep 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
In a crisis or not the Mobile Mental Health Crisis Response team is here to help you find resources in our community.   
MN Recovery Connection Office Hours - Wednesdays
Wed, Sep 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Minnesota Recovery Connection seeks to strengthen the community and support long-term recovery through peer-to-peer support services, education, and advocacy.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Wed, Sep 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is PRIMATES!
Senior Social - Join us for a social hour!
Thu, Sep 04, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meet up with friends at Moorhead Public Library for a weekly social hour to connect over coffee, play games, and chat.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Thu, Sep 04, 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 PRIMATES!
Caregiver Connection - With the Family, Friend, & Neighbor Child Care Program!
Thu, Sep 04, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Meet up with fellow caregivers the first Thursday of the month for connection, collaboration, and community! This month's Caregiver Connection features Family, Friend & Neighbor Child Care Program.
Lutheran Social Services for Seniors Office Hours - On the Second Monday of the Month from 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Mon, Sep 08, 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 - A One Book, One Community Event: "The Bell in the Lake"
Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discuss the latest best sellers with the Moorhead Public Library! This month we'll meet to discuss "The Bell in the Lake" by Lars Mytting.
Starting a Business - Learn more about Small Business Loans
Tue, Sep 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Join us to learn more about how to prepare to apply for a small business loan, as well as what programs and options are available.
CAP-LP Housing Office Hours - Tuesday Afternoons
Tue, Sep 09, 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, Sep 09, 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 NINJAS!
MN Recovery Connection Office Hours - Wednesdays
Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Minnesota Recovery Connection seeks to strengthen the community and support long-term recovery through peer-to-peer support services, education, and advocacy.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Wed, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is NINJAS!
Origami Club at the Moorhead Library - Origami Club
Wed, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us at the Moorhead Public Library for a twice monthly origami club. All are welcome to come and practice this paper folding skill.
Waiting for Outlander Book Club - Let's discuss "Death at a Highland Wedding"!
Wed, Sep 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us on the second Wednesday every month to discuss books similar to Diana Gabaldon's “Outlander” series. This month, we are discussing "Death at a Highland Wedding" by Kelley Armstrong.
Senior Social - Join us for a social hour!
Thu, Sep 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meet up with friends at Moorhead Public Library for a weekly social hour to connect over coffee, play games, and chat.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Thu, Sep 11, 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 NINJAS!
Used Book Sale - Shop used books and support the library!
Thu, Sep 11, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Support the Friends of the Moorhead Library by shopping our used books sale. Items individually priced Thursday, September 11 and Friday, September 12. Fill a bag for $5 on Saturday, September 13.
"Vikings in the Attic" Author Visit - with Eric Dregni
Thu, Sep 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join Author Eric Dregni for a discussion of "Vikings in the Attic" and the impact of Scandinavians in the Midwest.
Used Book Sale - Shop used books and support the library!
Fri, Sep 12, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Support the Friends of the Moorhead Library by shopping our used books sale. Items individually priced Thursday, September 11 and Friday, September 12. Fill a bag for $5 on Saturday, September 13.
Used Book Sale - Shop used books and support the library!
Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Support the Friends of the Moorhead Library by shopping our used books sale. Items individually priced Thursday, September 11 and Friday, September 12. Fill a bag for $5 on Saturday, September 13.
Rosemaling Workshop - Featuring Dorothy Hoover
Sat, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Create your very own Telemark Rosemaling piece with instruction from Minnesota artist Dorothy Hoover. Registration is required. Registration opens Tuesday, August 26 at 1 p.m.
Registration opens Tuesday, August 26 2025 at 1:00pm
Game Night for Adults - Monday Meetup
Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us to play games and chat. Bring your favorite card or board game, or try one of ours! Refreshments will be provided.
CAP-LP Housing Office Hours - Tuesday Afternoons
Tue, Sep 16, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAP-LP) helps families seeking housing assistance, and more.   
Storytelling with Woodcarver Jerry Ness
Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join your library for entertaining stories and learn from woodcarver and storyteller Jerry Ness.
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Tue, Sep 16, 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 BATS!
Special Storytime - With Comet the Mini Horse!
Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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MN Recovery Connection Office Hours - Wednesdays
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Minnesota Recovery Connection seeks to strengthen the community and support long-term recovery through peer-to-peer support services, education, and advocacy.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Wed, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is BATS!
Senior Social - Join us for a social hour!
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meet up with friends at Moorhead Public Library for a weekly social hour to connect over coffee, play games, and chat.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Thu, Sep 18, 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 BATS!
Live Scandinavian Music - Featuring Project : Constellation
Fri, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join your library for an entertaining performance of Scandinavian music featuring Norwegian and Swedish songs sung in their original languages.
Pet Supply Drive + Meet the Dogs on September 27 - Support Local Pets with Your Library
Sat, Sep 20, All day
Support local pets with a Pet Supply Drive for 4 Luv of Dog at the Moorhead Public Library! Drop off items through September 27 and "meet the dogs" on September 27 at 10:30 a.m.
Kringen Accordion Band Performance - A One Book, One Community Event
Sat, Sep 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a performance by the Kringen Accordion Band, representing the Sons of Norway in Fargo.
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