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Library Club

Presentation and Q&A by producer Carl Oberholtzer

2023-10-24 14:00:00 2023-10-24 15:00:00 America/Chicago Library Club Join us for a viewing of the documentary, The Mission of Herman Stern, with a Q&A from historian and producer, Carl Oberholtzer to follow. Feel free to come early for refreshments. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

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

Add to Calendar 2023-10-24 14:00:00 2023-10-24 15:00:00 America/Chicago Library Club Join us for a viewing of the documentary, The Mission of Herman Stern, with a Q&A from historian and producer, Carl Oberholtzer to follow. Feel free to come early for refreshments. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Join us for a viewing of the documentary, The Mission of Herman Stern, with a Q&A from historian and producer, Carl Oberholtzer to follow. Feel free to come early for refreshments.

Join the Detroit Lakes Library Club for a presentation with historian and producer Carl Oberholtzer and a viewing of the documentary, The Mission of Herman Stern. This is the true story of how one person rescued 125 German Jewish refugees from persecution and possible death from within Nazi Germany during the 1930’s and World War II. An immigrant from Germany, Mr. Stern worked from his Valley City, North Dakota clothing store to rescue refugees. Though humble, his heroics eventually became known and was awarded the Theodore Roosevelt Roughrider Award, the highest civic award in North Dakota. Q&A follows.

About Carl Oberholtzer:

Carl served as a teacher of regular and advanced placement history courses at North High School in Fargo for many years. He would go on to serve as the History Specialist when Fargo won the coveted American History Grant through the Department of Education. Carl served as the historian, co-writer and co-producer on the Stern documentary. The film is scheduled to be viewed at the Global Peace Film Festival in Florida, 2023.

Refreshments will be served prior to the program so arriving early is encouraged. 

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentations |

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Detroit Lakes Public Library
Phone: 218-847-2168
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Pamela Westby
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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

Books and Blankets: Silent Reading Party - with La Barista, Bluebird Books, & Friends of the Library
Sat, Feb 01, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Book lovers are invited to the cozy comfort of the library for a silent reading party. Bring your favorite blanket, pick a reading spot, and read. Enjoy snacks, bookish crafts, and raffle prizes.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 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.
Housing Rights - With the Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota.
Wed, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join us to learn about housing rights with the Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota.
Writer's Group - Share your work and learn from other writers!
Wed, Feb 05, 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 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
After Hours Book Club: "The Best Way to Bury Your Husband" - At Bucks Mill Brewing
Thu, Feb 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at Bucks Mill Brewing for the After Hours Book Club meeting to discuss this month's book, "The Best Way to Bury Your Husband" by Alexia Casale.
Becker County Friends of the Library Winter Book Sale - Don't miss this Winter Book Sale!
Fri, Feb 07, 9:00am - 6:00pm
The Friends Book Sale features a wide variety of books, movies, and other materials, for all ages! Free Will offering, with all proceeds going to the Friends of the Library. 
Becker County Friends of the Library Winter Book Sale - Don't miss this Winter Book Sale!
Sat, Feb 08, 9:00am - 3:00pm
The Friends Book Sale features a wide variety of books, movies, and other materials, for all ages! Free Will offering, with all proceeds going to the Friends of the Library. 
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Feb 10, 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 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
Paddling from Minnesota to the Arctic Ocean - with Zach Fritz
Sat, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join us for our special Polar Fest presentation with Zach Fritz. Hear about how he and his friend Taylor Rau spent 106 days paddling over 2,700 miles from MN to the Arctic Ocean.
Tuesday Afternoon Book Club - Join us to discuss "The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon
Tue, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to discuss this month's book, "The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon. All are welcome, even if you haven't read the book.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
Baby Bounce - Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3
Mon, Feb 24, 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, Feb 24, 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, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
We are hosting our own Anime Club Awards. Join us to reveal our favorite shows, characters, songs, and more.
All Abilities Storytime - Neurodiverse friendly social time
Tue, Feb 25, 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.  
Library Club - Screening the Documentary: "What a Beautiful Detroit!"
Tue, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Please join Carl Oberholtzer as he presents the documentary, "What a Beautiful Detroit."  The documentary will trace the creation and role of Detroit Lake. Feel free to come early for refreshments.
Open Acoustic Jam
Wed, Feb 26, 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!
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Thu, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.
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