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Wizarding Birthday Bash

Celebrating 250 Years of Magic

2026-07-31 10:00:00 2026-07-31 11:00:00 America/Chicago Wizarding Birthday Bash : Some stories are so magical, they never grow old! Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday and the final day of our Reading is Timeless Summer Reading Program at the Fertile Public Library. Fertile Public Library -

Friday, July 31
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2026-07-31 10:00:00 2026-07-31 11:00:00 America/Chicago Wizarding Birthday Bash : Some stories are so magical, they never grow old! Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday and the final day of our Reading is Timeless Summer Reading Program at the Fertile Public Library. Fertile Public Library -

: Some stories are so magical, they never grow old! Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday and the final day of our Reading is Timeless Summer Reading Program at the Fertile Public Library.

Some stories are so magical, they never grow old! Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday and the final day of our Reading is Timeless Summer Reading Program at the Fertile Public Library. Step into the Wizarding World for a morning of enchanted crafts and birthday festivities. Whether you’re a Gryffindor or a Slytherin, costumes are highly encouraged!

Magical Activities

  • Transfiguration Class: Learn the whimsical art of "turning a teacup into a frog."
  • Potion Making: Channel your inner Half-Blood Prince to brew and craft your very own potion.
  • Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes: Help design and build a "joke snitch" prototype to take home with you.
  • Birthday Wishes: Make your mark by signing Harry’s birthday poster.

Dressing up in your house robes, favorite character costume, or wizarding attire is highly encouraged!

Turn in your reading log to qualify for next week's prize drawings. Which prize do you wish to win?

Fertile Public Library

Fertile@larl.org
Phone: 218-945-6137
Branch manager
Laura Gullickson

Hours
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We're closed Saturday July 04 due to Independence Day
Mon, Jun 29 Closed
Tue, Jun 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 04 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sun, Jul 05 Closed

About the branch

The Fertile Public Library is tucked inside the Duane Knutson Community Center on Mill Street across the street from the Main Street Station & Deli. The Fertile Library is a large one-room library with access to a small meeting room and auditorium that can be reserved through the city office and 24-hour access to WiFi.

Upcoming Events

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Wed, Jul 01, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Wed, Jul 01, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Travel back to 1848 for a timeless pioneer adventure! Based on the legendary 1970s game, this interactive experience puts you in the driver’s seat of a covered wagon.

Wed, Jul 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Celebrate the United States Semiquincentennial by crafting a patriotic 3D paper star!

Wed, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Learn how seasonal foods support nutrition, save money, and inspire simple meals.

Thu, Jul 02, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Thu, Jul 02, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Travel back to 1848 for a timeless pioneer adventure! Based on the legendary 1970s game, this interactive experience puts you in the driver’s seat of a covered wagon.

Fri, Jul 03, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Fri, Jul 03, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Travel back to 1848 for a timeless pioneer adventure! Based on the legendary 1970s game, this interactive experience puts you in the driver’s seat of a covered wagon.

Sat, Jul 04, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Sun, Jul 05, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Mon, Jul 06, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Tue, Jul 07, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Tue, Jul 07, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Travel back to 1848 for a timeless pioneer adventure! Based on the legendary 1970s game, this interactive experience puts you in the driver’s seat of a covered wagon.

Wed, Jul 08, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Wed, Jul 08, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Travel back to 1848 for a timeless pioneer adventure! Based on the legendary 1970s game, this interactive experience puts you in the driver’s seat of a covered wagon.

Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults and teens are invited to join us for a free watercolor painting class. Our class is suitable for all experience levels. Materials will be provided. Limited availability of watercolor pencils.

Thu, Jul 09, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Join us for a fun day of card-making! Each month we learn a new technique or have a challenge. Work, visit, or get new ideas.

Thu, Jul 09, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Travel back to 1848 for a timeless pioneer adventure! Based on the legendary 1970s game, this interactive experience puts you in the driver’s seat of a covered wagon.

Fri, Jul 10, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Fri, Jul 10, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Travel back to 1848 for a timeless pioneer adventure! Based on the legendary 1970s game, this interactive experience puts you in the driver’s seat of a covered wagon.

Sat, Jul 11, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Sun, Jul 12, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Mon, Jul 13, All day
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Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Tue, Jul 14, All day
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Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Wed, Jul 15, All day
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Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join the Resolute Readers Book Club to discuss Lorna Landvik's 'Chronicles of a Radical Hag.'

Thu, Jul 16, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Capture your favorite summer memories in 3D! Join us to create a vintage-inspired "Polaroid" shadow box using intricate paper designs.

Fri, Jul 17, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Fri, Jul 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Discover the life of a Viking explorer sailing on a Drekar. Craft a mini shield and weave a bookmark. Costumes & dressing up are welcome.

Sat, Jul 18, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Sun, Jul 19, All day
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Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Mon, Jul 20, All day
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Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Tue, Jul 21, All day
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Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Discover snacks that fuel your body for play, growth, and learning.

Wed, Jul 22, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Thu, Jul 23, All day
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Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Fri, Jul 24, All day
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Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Fri, Jul 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Take a trip through the calendar! Join us for a "Christmas in July" celebration featuring crafts, games and a special guest appearance from the North Pole!

Sat, Jul 25, All day
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Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Sun, Jul 26, All day
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Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Mon, Jul 27, All day
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Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Tue, Jul 28, All day
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Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Tue, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Fertile Public Library
Travel back in time with accordion player Mike Schneider in this polka-palooza!

Wed, Jul 29, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Wed, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Swoop into the library to scoop up a free Sun Print (Cyanotype) Kit! Use the sun's light, found objects, and water for this low-mess art project.

Thu, Jul 30, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Fri, Jul 31, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Fri, Jul 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
: Some stories are so magical, they never grow old! Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday and the final day of our Reading is Timeless Summer Reading Program at the Fertile Public Library.