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Destination: Antarctica with John Emery

Sponsored by Detroit Lakes Library Club
2026-02-24 14:00:00 2026-02-24 15:00:00 America/Chicago Destination: Antarctica with John Emery Join us for a captivating presentation by John Emery as he recounts his 2025 expedition to the Antarctica. This program is sponsored by the Detroit Lakes Library Club. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Tuesday, February 24
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-24 14:00:00 2026-02-24 15:00:00 America/Chicago Destination: Antarctica with John Emery Join us for a captivating presentation by John Emery as he recounts his 2025 expedition to the Antarctica. This program is sponsored by the Detroit Lakes Library Club. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Join us for a captivating presentation by John Emery as he recounts his 2025 expedition to the Antarctica. This program is sponsored by the Detroit Lakes Library Club.

Get ready to chill - literally! Join us for a captivating presentation by John Emery as he recounts his recent expedition to Antarctica. In the summer of 2025, John and his daughter embarked on a voyage designed for true exploration and scientific discovery.

Warm up with coffee and cookies at 1:30 p.m., then stay for the stories. We’ll have more treats and conversation following the program!

The mission of the Library Club is to promote interest in our Detroit Lakes Library and develop an understanding of culture, the arts, programs and affairs in our community since 1907.

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentations | Informational Events |

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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.

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All Abilities Storytime - Neurodiverse friendly social time
Tue, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
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How Libraries Saved Civilization: A Historical Overview - Featuring Dr. Hammerling, Sponsored by DL Library Club
Tue, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a talk by former Concordia College Professor Dr. Hammerling on the creation of written word and libraries and why we can’t live without them. Sponsored by Detroit Lakes Library Club.
Open Acoustic Jam
Wed, Jan 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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Color My World Storytime Featuring Miss St. Croix Valley - Explore feelings and emotions with Whitney McClain
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Beginning Genealogy - Discover your Roots with a Free Class!
Thu, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Want to research your family history, but aren't sure where to start? Join us for a beginner workshop that will introduce you to the free genealogy databases available at the library.
Day of Play - STEM Activities With Brainy Ink!
Fri, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for hands-on learning, joyful play, and a fun-filled day of STEM-inspired stations designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and learning through play with Brainy Ink!
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Feb 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Tech Help - Drop-in technology assistance
Mon, Feb 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Get help from library staff with your technology and electronic device questions monthly on the first Monday. Registration preferred.
Writer's Group - Share your work and learn from other writers!
Wed, Feb 04, 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, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
After Hours Book Club: "Spinning Silver" by Naomi Novik - At Bucks Mill Brewing
Thu, Feb 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at Bucks Mill Brewing for the After Hours Book Club meeting to discuss this month's book, "Spinning Silver" by Naomi Novik.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Feb 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
Tuesday Afternoon Book Club - Join us to discuss "Looking for Alaska" by John Green
Tue, Feb 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to discuss this month's selection, "Looking for Alaska" by John Green. All are welcome including those who haven't read the book.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
Johnny Avalanche and the Trek to Everest Base Camp - with Lee Hoedl
Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join your library for presentations with local author, photographer, videographer and adventurer Lee Hoedl!
Trek Toward the Top of the World: Everest Base Camp - with Lee Hoedl
Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join your library for presentations with local author, photographer, videographer and adventurer Lee Hoedl!
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Feb 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Anime & Manga Club
Mon, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anime fans are invited to geek out over their favorite shows. This month, we will be talking about Setsubun, a Japanese tradition of welcoming spring and chasing away evil spirits like bad luck.
All Abilities Storytime - Neurodiverse friendly social time
Tue, Feb 24, 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.  
Destination: Antarctica with John Emery - Sponsored by Detroit Lakes Library Club
Tue, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a captivating presentation by John Emery as he recounts his 2025 expedition to the Antarctica. This program is sponsored by the Detroit Lakes Library Club.
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