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College Smart

The College Practice Run
2026-11-02 18:30:00 2026-11-02 19:30:00 America/Chicago College Smart Join us to learn more about financial aid options for future college students! This informational event is good for parents of 6th through 12th graders, and students are welcome to attend as well. Moorhead Public Library - Presentation Hall North

Monday, November 02
6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Moorhead Public Library

Presentation Hall North

Join us to learn more about financial aid options for future college students! This informational event is good for parents of 6th through 12th graders, and students are welcome to attend as well.

Join us for "The College Practice Run" to learn more about financing for higher education, with Certified College Planning Specialist Ryan Keel. The workshop is designed for parents of 6th to 12th graders (students are also welcome to attend). 

If you have a student going to college next year, find out how much it would cost, and learn how to reduce that number and make it more affordable. Each parent will get a free College Money Report with details on three schools of their choice, including pricing specific to their family and finances.

This informational event is free-of-charge, and registration is not required. For more information about College Smart, visit https://gocollegesmart.com.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentations | Informational Events |

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Senior Social - Join us for a social hour!
Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:30am
Fireside Commons
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Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Thu, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Area
Join us on Thursday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week's theme is BATS with a guest reader from NDSU Extension!
Heart-n-Soul Mobile Community Cafe - at the Loop
Thu, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
No dinner plans? Come to Moorhead Public Library to enjoy a delicious, nutritious, and affordable meal prepared by local nonprofit Heart-n-Soul Community Cafe!
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership Office Hours - Tuesday afternoons and Friday mornings at The Loop
Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fireside Commons
Visit with staff from Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership during their Office Hours at Moorhead Public Library. CAPLP offers a variety of resources for community members.
Local Legends and Lore - with Midwest Paranormal Files
Sat, Oct 10, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Presentation Hall
Join us to learn about some local lore and legends of the area! We'll learn about our local bigfoot and UFO encounters, as well as legends like the Detroit Lakes Monster, and the Minnesota Ice Man!
Rock Band Poster Artists of the 1990-2000s - A One Book, One Community Event
Sat, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for a panel led by Markus Krueger from the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County and hear from the artists that created the iconic local band posters of the 90s and 2000s.
Celebrate National Physical Therapy Month - Learn more about common ailments treated by local PTs
Tue, Oct 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Presentation Hall South
Join us to learn more about common ailments with local experts from Total Balance and Rehab Authority, and find out how physical therapy can improve mobility, manage pain, and help with recovery.
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership Office Hours - Tuesday afternoons and Friday mornings at The Loop
Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
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Special Storytime Visit Feat. Storyteller David Ward - Paul Bunyan: Loggin', Legends & Lore
Tue, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join your library for a fun family-friendly presentation as retired Minnesota educator David Ward brings the colorful history of the logging and lumber industry to life.
Paul Bunyan: Loggin', Legends & Lore - with David Ward
Tue, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Children's Area
Join your library for a fun family-friendly presentation as retired Minnesota educator David Ward brings the colorful history of the logging and lumber industry to life.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Wed, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is UNICORNS!
Spark Bites - Relationships That Grow Your Business
Wed, Oct 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Presentation Hall South
Join us for October’s Spark Bites with Moorhead business owner Saad Janjua for a practical conversation about building genuine relationships that can help your business grow.
Still Waiting for Outlander Book Club
Wed, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room A
Join us on the second Wednesday every month to discuss books similar to the “Outlander” series. This month, we are discussing “The Lost Bookshop” by Evie Woods.
The Language Exchange - Italian Edition
Wed, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.
Pajama Storytime! - Join us for a sleepy storytime!
Wed, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Area
Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffie to this cozy storytime! We'll read classic bedtime stories and make a calming craft to usher in a good night's sleep.
Senior Social - Join us for a social hour!
Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:30am
Fireside Commons
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 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Area
Join us on Thursday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week's theme is UNICORNS!
American History through Music with Dr. Jeff Meyer - A One Book, One Community Event
Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Presentation Hall North
Dr. Jeff Meyer Will share a presentation on the history of America through music. This event is offered as part of the One Book, One Community series of events.
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership Office Hours - Tuesday afternoons and Friday mornings at The Loop
Fri, Oct 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fireside Commons
Visit with staff from Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership during their Office Hours at Moorhead Public Library. CAPLP offers a variety of resources for community members.
Freaky Friday Slime Party! - Make some spooky themed slime at the library!
Fri, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area,Community Loft
Join us to make some gooey Halloween-themed slime! Put your mad scientist goggles on to help us mix up slime and oobleck to take home!
Game Night for Adults - Monday Meetup
Mon, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Presentation Hall South
Join us to play games and chat. Bring your favorite card or board game, or try one of ours! Refreshments will be provided.
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To Make an Apple Pie: The Cosmic Calendar & Autumn Harvest - Science and Wonder with William
Mon, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Join us to step into a grander cosmic classroom. We will trace the history of the cosmos, compressed into a single year, to discover how a simple apple is actually an ancient piece of stardust.
Celebrate National Physical Therapy Month - Learn more about common ailments treated by local PTs
Tue, Oct 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Presentation Hall South
Join us to learn more about common ailments with local experts from Total Balance and Rehab Authority, and find out how physical therapy can improve mobility, manage pain, and help with recovery.
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership Office Hours - Tuesday afternoons and Friday mornings at The Loop
Tue, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Visit with staff from Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership during their Office Hours at Moorhead Public Library. CAPLP offers a variety of resources for community members.
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Tue, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Area
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow. This week's theme is MONSTERS!
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is MONSTERS!
The Language Exchange - Portuguese Edition
Wed, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
Fireside Commons
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 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Area
Join us on Thursday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week's theme is MONSTERS!
Used Book Sale - Shop used books and support the library!
Thu, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Presentation Hall
Join us for a used Book Sale in The Loop! Support the Friends of the Moorhead Library by shopping our used books sale.
"The Birth of Loud" with Author Ian S. Port - A One Book, One Community Program
Thu, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
All are welcome to join area libraries for a special evening with author Ian S. Port at MSUM for a discussion on the fierce rivalry depicted in his book, "The Birth of Loud."
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership Office Hours - Tuesday afternoons and Friday mornings at The Loop
Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fireside Commons
Visit with staff from Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership during their Office Hours at Moorhead Public Library. CAPLP offers a variety of resources for community members.
Used Book Sale - Shop used books and support the library!
Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Presentation Hall
Join us for a used Book Sale in The Loop! Support the Friends of the Moorhead Library by shopping our used books sale.
Used Book Sale - Shop used books and support the library!
Sat, Oct 24, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Presentation Hall
Join us for a used Book Sale in The Loop! Support the Friends of the Moorhead Library by shopping our used books sale.
Access to Justice - The Role of Justice North and Civil Legal Aid
Mon, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Presentation Hall North
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Celebrate National Physical Therapy Month - Learn more about common ailments treated by local PTs
Tue, Oct 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Presentation Hall South
Join us to learn more about common ailments with local experts from Total Balance and Rehab Authority, and find out how physical therapy can improve mobility, manage pain, and help with recovery.
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership Office Hours - Tuesday afternoons and Friday mornings at The Loop
Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Visit with staff from Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership during their Office Hours at Moorhead Public Library. CAPLP offers a variety of resources for community members.
Teen Crafternoon! Ghosts and Garlands - Make ghostly decor for the season!
Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Spark Center
Join us at the Moorhead Library for an afternoon craft session!
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Area
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow. This week's theme is HALLOWEEN!
The History of Guitars: A Lecture Concert - a One Book, One Community Event
Tue, Oct 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Centrum, Knutson Campus Center
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Storytime - An early literacy experience
Wed, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is HALLOWEEN!
Apollo Strings Musical Performance - A One Book, One Community Event
Wed, Oct 28, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Presentation Hall
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The Language Exchange - Spanish Edition
Wed, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room A
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.
Baby Bounce and Senior Social Halloween Special! - A Halloween social for infants 0-3, families, and seniors
Thu, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:15am
Presentation Hall
Join us this Thursday morning for Halloween songs, stories and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers, all in community with our Senior Social!
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership Office Hours - Tuesday afternoons and Friday mornings at The Loop
Fri, Oct 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fireside Commons
Visit with staff from Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership during their Office Hours at Moorhead Public Library. CAPLP offers a variety of resources for community members.
Craft Connection - Monday Meetup
Mon, Nov 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Presentation Hall South
Join us to craft and chat! Bring whatever project you are working on and meet up with other local crafters. Refreshments will be provided.
College Smart - The College Practice Run
Mon, Nov 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Presentation Hall North
Join us to learn more about financial aid options for future college students! This informational event is good for parents of 6th through 12th graders, and students are welcome to attend as well.
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership Office Hours - Tuesday afternoons and Friday mornings at The Loop
Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Visit with staff from Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership during their Office Hours at Moorhead Public Library. CAPLP offers a variety of resources for community members.
Storytime + Craft - An early literacy experience
Tue, Nov 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Area
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow. This week's theme is SILLY STORIES!
Mobile Mental Health Crisis Response Office Hours - First Wednesday of the month at Moorhead Public Library
Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Fireside Commons
Whether or not you are facing a crisis, the Mobile Mental Health Crisis Response team is here to help you find resources in our community.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Wed, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is SILLY STORIES!
Language Exchange - French Edition
Wed, Nov 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.
Decades in Motion Walking Group - Join us to walk the loop on the first Thursday of the month!
Thu, Nov 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Loft
Join us for a new walking club for ages 55+ on the first Thursday of each month, sponsored by D&M Industries. Stick around afterwards for refreshments and our Senior Social!
Senior Social - Join us for a social hour!
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:30am
Fireside Commons
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, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Area
Join us on Thursday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week's theme is SILLY STORIES!
Cancelled
Lutheran Social Services for Seniors Office Hours - First Thursday of the Month from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Thu, Nov 05, 11:00am - 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.
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership Office Hours - Tuesday afternoons and Friday mornings at The Loop
Fri, Nov 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fireside Commons
Visit with staff from Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership during their Office Hours at Moorhead Public Library. CAPLP offers a variety of resources for community members.
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