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Star Party

with the Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum!
2025-09-19 14:00:00 2025-09-19 16:00:00 America/Chicago Star Party Join the Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum for an afternoon celebrating our sky! Moorhead Public Library -

Friday, September 19
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-19 14:00:00 2025-09-19 16:00:00 America/Chicago Star Party Join the Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum for an afternoon celebrating our sky! Moorhead Public Library -

Join the Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum for an afternoon celebrating our sky!

Join the Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum at the library for an afternoon celebrating our sky! Color a piece of an Aurora Borealis puzzle, match elements to their colors, explore stories about our skies, and enjoy hands-on activities! 

AGE GROUP: | Teens (Ages 13-18) | Pre-Schoolers (Ages 3-6) | Middle Grade (Ages 10-13) | K-5th Graders (Ages 5-10) |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Arts, Crafts and Hobbies |

TAGS: | stem | star | sky | puzzle | party | mural | constellation | astrology | activities |

Moorhead Public Library
moorhead@larl.org
Phone: 218-233-7594
Branch manager
Megan Krueger
Hours
Mon, Sep 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Sep 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Sep 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Sep 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Sep 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Sep 14 Closed
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About the branch

The Moorhead Public Library is located in downtown Moorhead behind the Rourke Art Gallery. The library offers free WiFi, wireless printing and friendly staff to help you access the library's many resources.

Upcoming Events

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.
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.
The Language Exchange - Italian Edition
Wed, Sep 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 "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. Fill a bag for $5.00!
"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. Fill a bag for $5.00!
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. Fill a bag for $5.00!
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.
This event is full
Conversation Corner - Practice for English Language Learners
Sat, Sep 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for friendly, informal meetings for those learning English to practice their conversational skills. English language-learners of all proficiencies are welcome!
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.
Special Storytime - With Comet the Mini Horse!
Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Saddle up and join us for a special storytime featuring Comet the mini horse!
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!
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!
The Language Exchange - Portuguese Edition
Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
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!
Star Party - with the Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum!
Fri, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Join the Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum for an afternoon celebrating our sky!
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.
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.
The Great North Star Read Together - Support Minnesota Libraries!
Sat, Sep 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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.
Conversation Corner - Practice for English Language Learners
Sat, Sep 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for friendly, informal meetings for those learning English to practice their conversational skills. English language-learners of all proficiencies are welcome!
Silent Book Club - Monday Meetup
Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us to enjoy some quiet reading time.
Bingo Night - with Sources of Strength
Mon, Sep 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a fun bingo night with free prizes and learn about Sources of Strength, a suicide prevention and mental health program.
CAP-LP Housing Office Hours - Tuesday Afternoons
Tue, Sep 23, 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 23, 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 FALL!
MN Recovery Connection Office Hours - Wednesdays
Wed, Sep 24, 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 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is FALL!
"Becoming Little Shell" - with Author Chris La Tray
Wed, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Chris La Tray, author of "Becoming Little Shell," will share his journey of discovering his heritage and the history of his ancestors.
Origami Club at the Moorhead Library - Origami Club
Wed, Sep 24, 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.
The Language Exchange - Spanish Edition
Wed, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
Learn about Valley Triad - A Senior Social Special Event
Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
Join us to learn more about Valley Triad, a local organization that works with law enforcement to address crimes affecting seniors.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Thu, Sep 25, 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 AUTUMN!
Back 2 School - Support Event with Clay County FRC!
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Does back-to-school season leave you feeling stressed? Join us and Clay County Family Resource Center for this free event to help put your mind at ease!
Meet the Dogs - Check out available pups with 4 Luv of Dog Rescue
Sat, Sep 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Moorhead Public Library is going to the dogs! Stop by the library to meet some great dogs who are looking for a forever home. This program is offered in partnership with 4 Luv of Dog.
Conversation Corner - Practice for English Language Learners
Sat, Sep 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for friendly, informal meetings for those learning English to practice their conversational skills. English language-learners of all proficiencies are welcome!
Winter Landscaping Workshop - Prepare your gardens and yards for the colder weather ahead
Mon, Sep 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Join us to learn about winter preparation for yards and gardens, with Jillian Patrie from University of Minnesota Extension in Clay County.
Block Printing Workshop with Parachigo Art Collective - Monday Meetup
Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at the Moorhead library for a workshop on Block Printing with local artists from Parachigo Art collective!
The Bell in the Lake with Author Lars Mytting - A One Book, One Community Program
Mon, Sep 29, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Marking the 200th anniversary of the first Norwegian emigration to the US, One Book, One Community welcomes author Lars Mytting for an author visit at the Knutson Campus Centrum at Concordia College.
Rescheduled
Lending for All with Dakota Business Lending - Informational Workshop about Small Business Loans
Tue, Sep 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
New date Tuesday, October 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Join us to learn about small business loans with a representative from Dakota Business Lending. We will discuss how small businesses can prepare and apply for loans to get started, or to grow.
CAP-LP Housing Office Hours - Tuesday Afternoons
Tue, Sep 30, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAP-LP) helps families seeking housing assistance, and more.   
Collage Workshop - Learn how to create a collage with a local artist
Tue, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Join local guest artist Sacred Chaos for a workshop about collage history and styles!
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Tue, Sep 30, 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 OWLS!
Mobile Mental Health Crisis Response Office Hours - Here at the Moorhead Library on First Wednesday of the Month
Wed, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is OWLS!
The Language Exchange - French Edition
Wed, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
Senior Social - Join us for a social hour!
Thu, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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 OWLS!
Caregiver Connection - Join us for an educational meet and greet!
Thu, Oct 02, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Meet up with fellow caregivers the first Thursday of each month for connection, collaboration, and community!
Conversation Corner - Practice for English Language Learners
Sat, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for friendly, informal meetings for those learning English to practice their conversational skills. English language-learners of all proficiencies are welcome!
Kitchens of Hope with Lee Svitak Dean - author of "The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book"
Mon, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Craft Connection for Adults - Monday Meetup
Mon, Oct 06, 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.
CAP-LP Housing Office Hours - Tuesday Afternoons
Tue, Oct 07, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAP-LP) helps families seeking housing assistance, and more.   
Norwegian Heritage Series - Red River Girl, Orabel Thortvedt - A One Book, One Community Event
Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us Tuesday evenings in October to learn about local Norwegian history, with Petra Gunderson-Leith. This week's presentation will be about Red River historian and artist, Orabel Thortvedt.
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Tue, Oct 07, 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 DINOSAURS!
MN Recovery Connection Office Hours - Wednesdays
Wed, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is DINOSAURS!
Origami Club at the Moorhead Library - Origami Club
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
The Language Exchange - Italian Edition
Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 "When the Moon Hits Your Eye" by John Scalzi!
Wed, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us on the second Wednesday every month to discuss books related to Diana Gabaldon's “Outlander” series. This month, we are discussing "When the Moon Hits Your Eye" by John Scalzi.
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