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STEM@ My Library: Chemistry

October 17, 2021, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Children's Library

Join us for STEM@ My Library: Chemistry on Sunday, October 17, from 2-3 p.m. The University of North Dakota Chemistry Department will provide a variety of hands-on activities in the Children's Department.

Job-Seeking Help with ND Job Service

October 18, 2021, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Main Floor Lobby

Job Service staff will be on-site to offer job-seeking assistance, Veteran's services, information on training programs, resume-building assistance, and limited unemployment insurance assistance. Call 701-795-3700 for more information.

FIRST LEGO League

October 18, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @

Conference Room

FIRST LEGO League (FLL) is a hands-on STEM experience through a guided, global robotics competition, built on core values that emphasize teamwork, discovery, and innovation. GFP_ helps sponsor FLL Challenge (ages 9-14) and FLL Explore teams (ages 6-10). FLL requires registration and spaces are limited. For more information, please contact Aaron at aaron.stefanich@gflibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

October 19, 2021, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Conference Room

FIRST LEGO League

October 19, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @

Conference Room

FIRST LEGO League (FLL) is a hands-on STEM experience through a guided, global robotics competition, built on core values that emphasize teamwork, discovery, and innovation. GFP_ helps sponsor FLL Challenge (ages 9-14) and FLL Explore teams (ages 6-10). FLL requires registration and spaces are limited. For more information, please contact Aaron at aaron.stefanich@gflibrary.com.

Great Reads Book Club

October 19, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Computer Lab

The Great Reads Book Club has something for everyone - from suspenseful tales to knee-slapping humor. Plus, no tests! The club is here to simply bring together people who have the same love of books, to have a fun discussion about various books and to simply enjoy each others company. Even if you hate the book or couldn’t finish it, that’s okay— let’s talk about why! The book club meets the third (3) Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Please contact us at accessinfo@gflibrary.com if you are interested in joining.

Baby Storytime

October 20, 2021, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Conference Room

Library Board Meeting

October 20, 2021, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Conference Room

Notice is hereby given that the Grand Forks Public Library Board will meet on the above date and time. This meeting will be conducted with modifications consistent with the recommendations of the CDC. In-person attendance at the meeting by the public is allowed. Any member of the public seeking to submit comments relating to an agenda item or other meeting topic should submit their comments to wendy.wendt@gflibrary.com. All comments received prior to 2:00 p.m. on the meeting day will be considered part of the record of the meeting as if personally presented.

Northern Ink Writer's Group

October 20, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Conference Room

The mission of this group is to share creative energy with fellow writers, hone the craft of one’s individual writing, and provide constructive criticism of shared writing. Support exists as our ultimate goal, whether the individual writer wishes simply to listen, share, or even work to publish.

Toddler Storytime

October 21, 2021, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Conference Room

Retirement Celebration in Honor of Sue Cox

October 21, 2021, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Conference Room

Join us for a retirement celebration in honor of Sue Cox. Sue has spent the last 28 years serving in the Children’s Department. She has made an impact on countless youth with her exquisite storytelling skills and memorable character voices. Stop by this open house for cake and coffee as we wish Sue well on her next chapter!

Teen Thursdays

October 21, 2021, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Main Floor Lobby

Calling all teens! Teen Thursdays will meet on the first and third Thursdays of the month. Join us for a craft (first week) or a game (third week). Prepackaged snacks will be provided. [Recommended for ages 13-18]

Anime Club

October 21, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Conference Room

A club for fans of manga and anime. Open to ages 18+.

Chess Club

October 24, 2021, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Main Floor Lobby

Does your child want to learn how to play chess? Do they already know how to play but want to improve their game? Play and learn with other kids and build friendships in the process. Open to all ages. This program is made possible by UND Chess Club.

FIRST LEGO League

October 25, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @

Conference Room

FIRST LEGO League (FLL) is a hands-on STEM experience through a guided, global robotics competition, built on core values that emphasize teamwork, discovery, and innovation. GFP_ helps sponsor FLL Challenge (ages 9-14) and FLL Explore teams (ages 6-10). FLL requires registration and spaces are limited. For more information, please contact Aaron at aaron.stefanich@gflibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

October 26, 2021, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Conference Room

Tween Tuesdays

October 26, 2021, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Main Floor Lobby

Calling all tweens! Tween Tuesdays will meet on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Join us for a craft (second week) or a game (fourth week). Prepackaged snacks will be provided. [Recommended for ages 9-12]

FIRST LEGO League

October 26, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @

Conference Room

FIRST LEGO League (FLL) is a hands-on STEM experience through a guided, global robotics competition, built on core values that emphasize teamwork, discovery, and innovation. GFP_ helps sponsor FLL Challenge (ages 9-14) and FLL Explore teams (ages 6-10). FLL requires registration and spaces are limited. For more information, please contact Aaron at aaron.stefanich@gflibrary.com.

Baby Storytime

October 27, 2021, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Conference Room

Classic Re-Reads Book Club

October 27, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Conference Room

The Classic Re-Reads Book Club offers participants a chance to re-read those classics that they read (or skipped reading) in high school and college. This time with no grades attached! Join us for an informal discussion of these books that became classics for a reason. The book club meets the last Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.

Toddler Storytime

October 28, 2021, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Conference Room

Teen Anime Club

October 28, 2021, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Conference Room

A club for teens who are fans of manga and anime. Open to ages 13-18.

Haunted Stacks

October 30, 2021, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Main Floor Lobby

Get ready for a spooky good time! Join the 2021 Haunted Stacks Halloween Party. -Spooky Storytime @ 2 p.m. -Annual Costume Parade @ 2:30 p.m. -Pumpkin Carving/Decorating Contest -Halloween Crafts & More This isn’t a trick. You’re in for a real treat!