book clubs

August 8 & September 12

TEA TIME BOOK CLUB

Book club featuring recent bestseller titles. Contact Jenilee at 701-2418123 or the Carlson Library.

6:30 PM, second Monday of each month

Dr. James Carlson Library

August 11 & September 8

DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES BOOK CLUB

Nonfiction, novels, memoirs and more – we seek multiple perspectives, with multiple points of entry, and we work to center the voices of marginalized communities and people through our exploration about inequality and injustice in the United States. Copies of the title for discussion can be picked up at the Main Information Desk, while supplies last. Contact Megan R. at 701-241-1492 or the Main Library.

7:00 PM, second Thursday of each month

Main Library

August 17

SUMMER GARDEN BOOK CLUB

Join this in-person book club for an informal discussion featuring books related to nature, ecology and gardens. All interested readers are welcome. Pre-registration is required.

6:00 PM

Outside at the Dr. James Carlson Library

August 18

ONLINE BOOK PARTY

It’s like a book club, but you can read whatever you want! Stop by the library’s Facebook page to chat about the books you've been reading recently. Or check out what our librarians bring to recommend. No registration is required.

7:00 PM

Online on the library’s Facebook page

August 23

SENIOR BOOK CLUB

Recommended for readers 55 and older, but open to all interested readers. Copies of the book are available in large print and standard print, while supplies last at both the Carlson Library information desk and the Main Library circulation desk. Registration is required and can be done online. If you need assistance or further details, contact Kirstie at 701-298-6954.

1:00 PM Dr. James Carlson Library

September 1

A SENSE OF PLACE BOOK CLUB

For all interested readers; this club meets at at the downtown Main Library. A list of tiles is available at fargolibrary.org.

11:00 AM Main Library

September 27

CURRENT HISTORY BOOK CLUB

Book club featuring classic titles. A list of titles is available at www. fargolibrary.org.

7:00 PM, last Tuesday of each month Main Library

Now – August 20

OCEANS OF POSSIBILITIES!

This summer the Fargo Public Library is all about oceans and the creatures that make the ocean their home. It’s also about stories, crafts, events and challenges. The Fargo Public Library’s summer reading challenge promises a variety of activities and events centered on our amazing oceans and reading for kids, teens and adults of all ages throughout the summer. The program continues through Saturday, August 20. In person activities are planned throughout the summer. All ages are invited to complete challenges, read every day, earn prizes and participate all summer long! Adults, teens and children can register at any library location to participate in the Fargo Public Library’s summer reading challenge. The program can be done online with the Beanstack app (paper reading logs are available by request) and residents can pick up a schedule of events at any Fargo Public Library location or view it online at fargolibrary.org.

Every Thursday in August & September

BEGINNER YOGA FOR ADULTS

This is a class for those who haven’t tried yoga before or who want a refresher. Along with gentle stretching, this class will teach breathing exercises to provide calmness. The class meets most Thursdays at the Dr. James Carlson Library. Bring a yoga mat (or a large towel), and wear comfortable clothing that is easy to move in. This program is recommended for adults. For details, email Lori at lwest@fargolibrary.org.

No registration is required.

6:00 PM, Thursdays

Dr. James Carlson Library

August 2 & 23, September 6 & 20

BABY RHYME TIME AT MAIN LIBRARY

Lap-sit storytimes for babies (birth to 18 months) is offered at the Main Library. Babies and their caregivers will interact and experience songs, finger plays, short books, rhythms and rhymes. A great way to introduce books and the library to your baby. One child per lap, please. No registration required.

6:30 PM Main Library

August 4 & 25, September 8 & 22

BABY RHYME TIME AT CARLSON LIBRARY

Lap-sit storytimes for babies (birth to 18 months) is offered at the Dr. James Carlson Library. Babies will experience songs, finger plays, short books, rhythms and rhymes. A great way to introduce books and the library to your baby. One child per lap, please.

10:00 AM

Dr. James Carlson Library

August 5, 12 & 19

FRIDAY FAMILY MOVIES AT THE CARLSON LIBRARY

Free Friday movies are shown on most Fridays during the summer at the Dr. James Carlson Library. Free popcorn is served. Contact Lori West at 701-476-4040.

1:00 PM

Dr. James Carlson Library

August 16 & 18

SCHOOL SUPPLY BINGO!

Get some back-to-school supplies at this School Supply Bingo. For kids in grades 1–6. Call 701-241-1495 for details.

11:00 AM August 16 at the Main Library

2:00 PM August 16 at the Northport Library

11:30 AM August 18 at Dr. James Carlson Library

September 1 – November 30

ONE BOOK, ONE COMMUNITY READING CHALLENGE

Join your local library's One Book, One Community reading challenge to earn prizes. Contact Lori West at 701-476-5977 or the downtown Main Library for more info.

Location: All participating area public libraries; Fargo Public Library, Moorhead Public Library and West Fargo Public Library. Details available at 1book1community.org.

September 10

PAWS FOR READING

Emerging readers can sign up to read to a therapy pet (dog or cat) on the second Saturday of each month. The sessions are 15 minutes each. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Contact Children’s Services at 701-241-1495 or the downtown Main Library.

10:00 AM

Main Library

September 12 – December 14

WEEKLY FALL STORYTIMES for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Sessions are offered at all three Fargo Public Library locations during the week. Space is limited; registration is required for this free series. For details or to register, visit any Fargo Public Library location, call Children’s Services at 701-241-1495 or visit fargolibrary.org.

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