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Book Club

Join us to discuss "Horse" by Geraldine Brooks

2023-04-18 15:00:00 2023-04-18 16:00:00 America/Chicago Book Club Join the Detroit Lakes Public Library Book Club to discuss this month's book. All are welcome, even if you haven't read the book. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at detroit@larl.org. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Tuesday, April 18
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-04-18 15:00:00 2023-04-18 16:00:00 America/Chicago Book Club Join the Detroit Lakes Public Library Book Club to discuss this month's book. All are welcome, even if you haven't read the book. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at detroit@larl.org. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Join the Detroit Lakes Public Library Book Club to discuss this month's book. All are welcome, even if you haven't read the book. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at detroit@larl.org.

This month's book, "Horse" by Geraldine Brooks takes three unlikely things, a racehorse, a painting, and a skeleton, and weaves them into a sweeping saga that deals with racism, art, and science. All are welcome, even if you haven't read the book. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at detroit@larl.org.

Find the Book:

Physical Book | eBook and eAudiook (Libby) 

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Clubs |

TAGS: | book discussion | book club |

Detroit Lakes Public Library
Phone: 218-847-2168
Branch manager
Greta Guck
Hours
We're closed Monday May 29 due to Memorial Day.
Mon, May 29 Closed
(Memorial Day.)
Tue, May 30 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 31 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 01 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 02 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 03 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Jun 04 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

Outdoor Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Jun 01, 10:30am - 11:15am
Enjoy the fresh air and summer sun while enjoying stories to help your child develop exceptional reading skills.  Storytime will be moved inside if there is unpleasant weather.
Book Bingo - Summer Library Experience
Thu, Jun 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us on the Library’s lawn to kick off the Summer Library Experience with Book Bingo to win a free book and other prizes!
After Hours Book Club: Eat a Peach: a Memoir by David Chang - at Bucks Mill Brewing
Thu, Jun 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at Bucks Mill Brewing for our After Hours Book Club meeting to discuss this month's book, "Eat a Peach: a Memoir" by David Chang.
Family Storytime - Wiggle, giggle, sing and play at the library!
Sat, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Ask a Techspert - Drop-in technology assistance
Mon, Jun 05, 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!
Writer's Group - Share your work and learn from other writers!
Wed, Jun 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Our monthly Writer's 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.
Outdoor Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Enjoy the fresh air and summer sun while enjoying stories to help your child develop exceptional reading skills.  Storytime will be moved inside if there is unpleasant weather.
Explore Mixed Media Art - with Artist Mary Ann Papanek-Miller
Thu, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join local artist Mary Ann Papanek-Miller as she talks about art inspired by stories and nature, and leads a mixed media craft for kids to take home. Supplies are limited and registration is required.
Ralph’s World Concert - Join us on a journey to a mega-fun musical planet!
Sat, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join your library for a children’s concert by Grammy-nominated artist Ralph’s World.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Outdoor Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Enjoy the fresh air and summer sun while enjoying stories to help your child develop exceptional reading skills.  Storytime will be moved inside if there is unpleasant weather.
In-Person Drawing Class & Watch Party - Streamed live with cartoonist Rick Stromoski
Thu, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join award-winning cartoonist Rick Stromoski livestreamed at the library! He will show how to draw a wide variety of expressions, helping you take your visual storytelling to the next level.
Tween/Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join TAG. We meet each month to suggest books and other materials for the library to purchase, assist library staff in creating fun library programs, and make the library welcome for all.
Family Storytime - Wiggle, giggle, sing and play at the library!
Sat, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
Canceled
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Jun 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Canceled
Ask a Techspert - Drop-in technology assistance
Mon, Jun 19, 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!
Book Club - Join us to discuss "The Girl Who Wrote in Silk"
Tue, Jun 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join the Detroit Lakes Public Library Book Club to discuss this month's book. All are welcome, even if you haven't read the book. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at detroit@larl.org.
Outdoor Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Enjoy the fresh air and summer sun while enjoying stories to help your child develop exceptional reading skills.  Storytime will be moved inside if there is unpleasant weather.
Dino Day - Learn about dinosaurs at the Becker County Museum
Thu, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us at the Becker County Museum to play with dinosaur bones, learn about dinosaur tracks, do a dino dig, and sculpt your own dinosaur to take home. Registration is required.
Family Storytime - Wiggle, giggle, sing and play at the library!
Sat, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Anime & Manga Club
Mon, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anime and manga fans are invited to geek out over their favorite shows and stories at the Detroit Lakes Public Library.
Family Fun Night - Movie "The LEGO Movie"
Tue, Jun 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Have fun for the whole family at the Detroit Lakes Public Library with a fun movie night featuring "The LEGO Movie."
Open Acoustic Jam
Wed, Jun 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Come join us for an unplugged jam every fourth Wednesday. All experience levels are welcome to this supportive and family-friendly event. Bring your acoustic instrument and come have some fun!
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