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Sustainability 101

Recycling and reducing toxins in the home
2022-10-04 19:00:00 2022-10-04 20:00:00 America/Chicago Sustainability 101 Join us for a series on sustainability with Sandy Gunderson from the Becker County Environmental Services. This month we will be focusing on recycling and reducing toxins within the home. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Tuesday, October 04
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-10-04 19:00:00 2022-10-04 20:00:00 America/Chicago Sustainability 101 Join us for a series on sustainability with Sandy Gunderson from the Becker County Environmental Services. This month we will be focusing on recycling and reducing toxins within the home. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Join us for a series on sustainability with Sandy Gunderson from the Becker County Environmental Services. This month we will be focusing on recycling and reducing toxins within the home.

Get the basics of recycling and learn how simple changes in our everyday routines can reduce our long-term exposures to low levels of potentially harmful substances. Whether you’re looking to lower your exposure to certain potentially toxic ingredients in store-bought products or to save yourself some money, it’s easy to make your own less-toxic cleaners using common household ingredients and some clean, empty containers.  Come and ‘make and take’ some non-toxic cleaners and personal care products for you, your family and friends. 

This is part of our Sustainability 101 series that will feature a different topic on the first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. through December.

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentations |

TAGS: | sustainability | recycling | environmental |

Detroit Lakes Public Library
Phone: 218-847-2168
Hours
We're closed Friday July 04 due to Closed in observance of Independence Day.
Mon, Jun 30 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jul 01 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 02 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 03 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jul 04 Closed
(Closed in observance of Independence Day.)
Sat, Jul 05 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Jul 06 Closed
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About the branch

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.

Upcoming Events

Sunshine Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:15am
Bring a blanket to sit on and enjoy the fresh air and summer sun with an outdoor storytime on the library's lawn. Activities will be moved inside of the library if unpleasant weather.
Campfire Stories - Choose Your Own Adventure
Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us to turn day into night with campfire stories. Kids will decide as group how the story will unfold in a choose your own adventure experience.
After Hours Book Club: "I Hope This Finds You Well" - At Bucks Mill Brewing
Thu, Jul 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at Bucks Mill Brewing for the After Hours Book Club meeting to discuss this month's book, " I Hope This Finds You Well" by Natalie Sue.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Ask a Techspert - Get Technology Assistance at Your Library!
Mon, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Do you have a phone, tablet, laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device that you’re struggling to use? We can help! Registration required.
Book Bike Storytime - at the Becker County Museum
Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Visit the Becker County Museum and enjoy a Storytime with the Detroit Lakes Public Library Book Bike on the rooftop patio. Admission is free.
Sunshine Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:15am
Bring a blanket to sit on and enjoy the fresh air and summer sun with an outdoor storytime on the library's lawn. Activities will be moved inside of the library if unpleasant weather.
Turtle Walk - Find the Hidden Turtles At Detroit Lakes City Park
Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Enjoy the summer sun at the Detroit Lakes City Park. Make a turtle buddy and walk around the park to find all of the hidden turtles. If weather is unpleasant, this event will be moved to the Library.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Tuesday Afternoon Book Club - Join us to discuss How to Age Disgracefully by Clare Pooley
Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to discuss this month's book, "How to Age Disgracefully" by Clare Pooley. All are welcome including those who haven't read the book.
Sunshine Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
Bring a blanket to sit on and enjoy the fresh air and summer sun with an outdoor storytime on the library's lawn. Activities will be moved inside of the library if unpleasant weather.
Worms! Wild About Recycling - Featuring Sandy Gunderson
Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Did you know that worms have 5 hearts? Learn about how 'wild' Sandy Gunderson is about worm juice, earthworms, and recycling. Kids will be able to interact with the worms and make some wormy art.
Beginner Cross Stitch - Jump into a New Hobby
Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join Brenda Labine as she introduces you to beginner cross stitch, where you will create a cross stitched jar lid. Registration is required.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Open Acoustic Jam
Wed, Jul 23, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Come join us for an unplugged jam. All experience levels are welcome to this supportive and family-friendly event. Bring your acoustic instrument and come have some fun!
Sunshine Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:15am
Bring a blanket to sit on and enjoy the fresh air and summer sun with an outdoor storytime on the library's lawn. Activities will be moved inside of the library if unpleasant weather.
Interactive Story Telling at the Becker County Fair - Featuring Children's Librarian Eliza Gores
Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join children's librarian Eliza Gores at the Becker County Fair for a fun interactive story telling experience. Become part of the story or sit back and enjoy the silliness!
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Genealogy Work Session - Take on your family research project!
Mon, Jul 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Did you know the library offers free access to genealogy research tools? Join us to get assistance navigating the library's resources. Registration required.
Anime & Manga Club
Mon, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anime fans are invited to geek out over their favorite shows. This month we are talking about amazing attractions in Okinawa, Japan.
All Abilities Storytime - Neurodiverse friendly social time
Tue, Jul 29, 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.  
Sunshine Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:15am
Bring a blanket to sit on and enjoy the fresh air and summer sun with an outdoor storytime on the library's lawn. Activities will be moved inside of the library if unpleasant weather.
A Very Harry Potter Birthday - Don't miss a birthday party for Harry Potter
Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Celebrate Harry Potter's birthday at the Detroit Lakes Library. Enjoy party games and activities, such as turning teacups into frogs, photo booths and potion making. Dressing up is encouraged.
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