August at Your Library
The Brainerd Public Library was established in 1904 and was a founding member of the Kitchigami Regional Library system in 1969. Originally housed in a Carnegie library, the current building was constructed in 1986.
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Computer Class
Book a Librarian: Tech Help
Wednesday, August 1 - 9:30am-12:00pm
Tuesday, August 14 - 11:00am-2:00pm
Thursday, August 16 - 9:30am-12:00pm
Get one-to-one help from a librarian with your devices, computers, and accounts. Appointments are required for the 30-minute time slots. Set up an email account, type a document, download library eBooks and eAudiobooks, and more. Call the library to set up a time, or click this link to book directly: tinyurl.com/BPLbookalibrarian
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Adult Book Club
Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher
Wednesday, August 8 - 1:00pm-2:00pm
Clay Jensen returns home from school to find a strange package with his name on it lying on his porch. Inside he discovers several cassette tapes recorded by Hannah Baker - his classmate and crush - who committed suicide two weeks earlier. Hannah's voice tells him that there are thirteen reasons why she decided to end her life. Clay is one of them. If he listens, he'll find out why. Clay spends the night crisscrossing his town with Hannah as his guide. Read more about the book here. Stop in to the library to pick up a copy.
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Storytime with Lakes Area Music Festival
Tuesday, August 14 - 10:15am
Join us for a special storytime with the world-class musicians from Lakes Area Music Festival! Stories and music for the whole family to enjoy, and get to see their instruments up close. All are welcome, no registration needed. See all the incredible events for the 2018 Lakes Area Music Festival lineup here!
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Gardening Program
Outwitting Peter Rabbit and Bambi with Master Gardener JoAnn Weaver**
Tuesday, August 14 - 12 Noon
Rabbits and deer can be a nuisance and they often cause significant loss. This presentation offers information to help the listener understand rabbit and deer behavior patterns and guidance in the selection of effective countermeasures.
See the full 2018 gardening presentation schedule here. Registration requested online or by calling the library: 218-829-5574.
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Live Music
Paul Doffing
Monday, August 20 - 12 Noon
His new album, "Songs from the (quaking) Heart" examines the process of finding peace in the midst of the whirlwind of challenges that are modern life. His style, which has been dubbed “acoustic impressionism” blends instrumental elements with intimate and articulate songwriting. Get a preview of his music on his website. Everyone is welcome, no registration necessary. Made possible by the Friends of the Brainerd Public Library.
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Imagination Mondays
Bubble Wrap and Cardboard Rafts
Monday, August 20 - 3:30 pm
Has summer swimming got you thinking? Build your rafts from recycled materials, add some sailors and masts, and then give them the ultimate 'sink or float' test. Daring designers will want to race their rafts. Get ready to set sail! For ages 7-12, no registration necessary.
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Books, Burgers and Brews
Sherwood Forest Patio Party
Monday, August 20 - 6:00pm-8:00pm
Meet us at Sherwood Forest Lodge in Nisswa (Hwy 77) to vote for the books we will read for Chapter 3 of our Book Club with a Kick: September 2018 - May 2019. Note that we will not be discussing a book--instead we'll be talking books with a Penguin Books rep, Jason Gobble, and have fun giveaways and food and drink specials! (Click here to RSVP, limited to 70 people).
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STEM Class for Kids
LEGO WeDo 2.0 Robots
Tuesday, August 28 - 3:30 pm
Build robots out of LEGOS! Ages 7-10. Limit of 10. Please call to register or go online.
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Family Book Club
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon, Grace Lin
Wednesday, August 29 - 4:00-5:00 pm
Join us to discuss Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin. Young Minli sets out on a quest to find the Old Man of the Moon. Along the way, she meets many magical friends, including a talking fish, a powerful king and a dragon who can fly. Read more about the book here. Copies of the book are available at the front desk. No sign up needed.
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Wine & Words
Wine and Words 2018 will be Central Minnesota's literary event of the summer! Details and tickets are available at: wineandwordsandfriends.com.
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**This program is facilitated by certified UMN Extension Crow Wing County Master Gardeners. Master Gardeners are University of Minnesota-trained volunteers whose job is to educate the public about a variety of horticulture subjects using readily-available, up-to-date research-based information. The Master Gardener Program educational effort is designed to enhance the public's quality of life and to promote good stewardship of the environment.
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