Monthly Book Clubs

New this month! Virtual Book Club

Join fellow book lovers from the comfort of home! Registration required; Zoom link will be provided with registration.

Wed. February 1 6:30-7:30 pm Online

Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman

Wed. March 1 6:30-7:30 pm Online

Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner.

Mt. Royal Book Club • Adults

The Mt. Royal Book Club meets the first Wednesday of each month to discuss various fiction and non-fiction titles. In February, we’ll be reading the wildly popular novel, Daisy Jones and the Six, by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Next month’s choice will be Red at the Bone, by Jacqueline Woodson.

Wed. February 1 3:00-4:00 pm Blue

Wed. March 1 3:00-4:00 pm Blue

Book Club in a Bar

We like books and we like food. Why not have them together? Register to reserve your spot in our most popular book club! Book club meets from 6-7pm.

Thurs. February 23 Texas Roadhouse

Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert

Thurs. March 23 Pizza Lucé

Kindred by Octavia E. Butler

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Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club: Black Leopard, RedWolf

February’s choice features the best of fantasy storytelling, drawing on African history and mythologies to tell the story of two warring states. Black Leopard, Red Wolf is the first book in the Dark Star Trilogy.

Tues. February 14 6:00-7:00 pm Green

Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James

Tues. March 14 6:00-7:00 pm Green

Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao

West Duluth Book Club • Adults

am - 8:00 pm

Thursday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday CLOSED

Good books are like good friends; great discussion, informal, and fun! Members suggest future titles for the group. Now’s the perfect time to connect with the community. The West Duluth Book Club meets on the 3rd Friday of the month at 3:45 pm.

Fri. February 17 3:45-4:45 pm Evergreen

Fri. March 17 3:45-4:45 pm Evergreen

Minnesota State Parks

Library Pass

Use your library card to check out a pass for seven days of free access to all Minnesota state parks and recreation areas. Learn more at duluthlibrary.org.

LIBRARY LOVE ♥ Valentines for Seniors • All Ages

Are you ready to spread some love? Stop by our Valentine Creation Station and make something showing your love for your library! We will also have cards ready to be decorated and delivered to seniors living in assisted living or nursing home settings. All supplies provided, we just need your creativity. Let’s all share the love this month!

Runs throughout February Youth & Adult Services

Adults

Master Gardener Series: Winter Sowing (In-Person & Virtual)

Winter sowing is a simple seed-starting method that relies on warming spring temps to wake seeds up and begin germination. Come learn about this easy and space-saving process and get ready to start your garden SOON! There is a virtual option for attendance to this event. Registration is required only for virtual attendance.

Thu. February 2 6:00 -7:00 pm Gold

Thu. February 2 6:00 -7:00 pm

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Pillows & Tub Tea: A Self-Care Workshop

This craft will all be about relaxation and how we can take better care of our bodies. We will be learning about tub teas and the benefits of Epsom salts. After that we’ll be making easy heating pads to help with neck and shoulder pain. The winter is stressful, so come in and learn how we can better relax!

Thu. February 16 5:30-7:00 pm Green

Open Craft Afternoon

Do you like to craft but you never seem to have time? Stop in and bring your current project for some uninterrupted hours of crafting. Crafts and crafts materials will not be provided by the library, but join us for a chance to work on your project and socialize with others in the spirit of creativity!

Sat. February 18 1:00-4:00 pm Gold

Tax Help at the Main Library

‘Tis the season! Volunteers from the UMD VITA program will be in the Green Room, Michigan Street Level, beginning Saturday, February 4, and ending Saturday, April 1. Sessions are available by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 218-726-6779. For more info, email umdvita@d.umn.edu or visit VITA’s website at z.umn.edu/vita.

Appointment Hours:

Mondays, between 1:00-5:00 pm

Saturdays, between 10:00 am-3:30 pm

Volunteers will NOT be at the Main Library

Saturday, February 25th; Saturday, March 4th; Monday, March 6th; Saturday, March 11th

Baby Storytime • Birth to 24 months

Join us for a brief storytime—ideal for babies ages birth to 24 months—then stay for early literacy playtime and socialization.

Mondays 10:15 am Gold

Family Storytime • Birth to Kindergarten

Join us at the library for storytime! Geared for birth to pre-school age kids, we will share books, songs, and fingerplays. The focus will be on having fun and sharing the joy of learning essential early literacy skills.

Wednesdays 10:15-10:45 am Green

PAJAMA STORYTIME (In-Person & Virtual) • Birth to Kindergarten

Children ages birth to 5 and their grown ups are invited to put on pajamas, grab a blanket, a plush buddy, and join us for a cozy evening of stories, songs, and rhymes. This is a hybrid event-we will meet in-person and on Zoom! Scan the QR code for more info and registration.

Thu. February 9 7:00-7:30 pm Gold

Wiggle Time for Littles • Birth to Kindergarten

Geared for kids, birth-age to 5. Older siblings are welcome! Come and run, jump, skip, hop, climb, and play with us to get those wiggles out! Drop in anytime.

Sat. February 11 10:00 am-12:00 pm Gold