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The Great North Star Read Together

Support Minnesota Libraries!
2025-09-20 11:00:00 2025-09-20 13:00:00 America/Chicago The Great North Star Read Together Minnesotans are invited to gather at participating libraries across the state to show support for libraries and the vital role they play in our communities, creating a statewide show of appreciation. Crookston Public Library -

Saturday, September 20
11:00am - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-20 11:00:00 2025-09-20 13:00:00 America/Chicago The Great North Star Read Together Minnesotans are invited to gather at participating libraries across the state to show support for libraries and the vital role they play in our communities, creating a statewide show of appreciation. Crookston Public Library -

Minnesotans are invited to gather at participating libraries across the state to show support for libraries and the vital role they play in our communities, creating a statewide show of appreciation.

Join the statewide Great North Star Read Together, and show your appreciation and love of public libraries!

You are invited to gather for a read-in event at the Crookston Public Library on Saturday September 20th at 11am, to show support for all Minnesota libraries and the vital role they play in our communities. 

Activities Include:

  • Presentation highlighting the library services and resources you may not be aware of
  • Open Mic Session inviting library supporters to share why they love their library
  • Refreshments will be provided

he Great North Star Read Together is a collaborative effort of library supporters from the Minnesota Library Association, CRPLSA, the Multicounty Multitype Library Systems, Minitex, MELSA, and ITEM. Find participating libraries here.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentations | Informational Events | Entertainment |

TAGS: | reading party | read in | great north star read together | Community Gathering | Community Event |

Crookston Public Library
Phone: 218-281-4522
Branch manager
Chris Boike
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About the branch

The Crookston Public Library is located at 110 N. Ash St. next to the old Carnegie Library. The Crookston Library offers study carrels, a private meeting room, and the beautiful River Room for your individual use or group meeting needs.

Upcoming Events

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Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Tue, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us the first and third Tuesday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow.
Library Learning Lab - Hands-On Learning Through Games, Activities & Resources!
Mon, Jan 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us for the next event in a series designed to allow children to explore learning in a hands on and fun way! This event's topic is learning to use the library.
Library Learning Lab - Hands-On Learning Through Games, Activities & Resources!
Tue, Jan 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Join us for the next event in a series designed to allow children to explore learning in a hands on and fun way! This event's topic is learning to use the library.
Reading by the Red Book Club - Join us to discuss "Anxious People" by Fredrik Backman
Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join the Reading by the Red Club for engaging conversation over tea and cookies in the River Room at the Crookston Public Library. This month we're discussing "Anxious People" by Fredrik Backman.
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Tue, Feb 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us the first and third Tuesday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Color My World Storytime Featuring Miss St. Croix Valley - Explore feelings and emotions with Whitney McClain
Tue, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 + Craft - An early literacy experience
Thu, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow.
STEMsational Tuesdays
Tue, Feb 10, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Join us for a new STEM experiment every second Tuesday of the month.
Nighttime Storytime and Craft
Tue, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Step into a world of wonder at our Nighttime Storytime! Cozy up with enchanting tales and get creative with a themed craft. Don’t forget to bring your favorite blanket to snuggle on while we read!
Bird-Stravaganza Presentation - Hear from avian ecologist and professor Dr. John Loegering.
Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us during our series of bird-related events for an entertaining and engaging presentation by certified wildlife biologist and professor of wildlife ecology Dr. John Loegering.
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Thu, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow.
Bird-Stravaganza - Celebrate birds with the Crookston Library!
Sat, Feb 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Join us for bird-related crafts and activities. This event is geared for kids and families, but people of all ages are welcome to join us.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us the first and third Tuesday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
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