Every Thursday morning at 10 a.m., the Pierz Public Library hosts a summer storytime, and this week, the theme was "art,"
We begin the program with several stories, songs and rhymes before wrapping up with a craft. This week, we took our talents to the sidewalk outside the library. The kids drew a wide variety of art and enjoyed a popsicle.
Summer storytime in Pierz runs through August 24, 2017. Registration is not required.
Come and join in the fun this summer!
Library News
Posted June 15, 2017
The GRRL Board of Trustees will meet for a work session on Tuesday, June 20 at 6:00 p.m. in the St. Cloud Library Mississippi Room.
All GRRL Board meetings are open to the public and held at the St. Cloud Public Library.
Persons with disabilities who plan to attend and will need assistive services should contact the Administrative Assistant three business days prior to the meeting at 320-650-2500.
Visit our Board of Trustees page...
Posted June 7, 2017
This June, Great River Regional Library wants to inspire you to pick up a book featuring Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, and Intersex (LGBTQI) characters.
Check out this diverse lineup of books that highlight an important, and all too often underrepresented, portion of our communities.
https://griver.org/new-best-fun/june-books-with-lgbtqi-characters
Happy page turning!
Posted June 6, 2017
Becker Library staff members are currently evaluating hours of operation - and they'd like some feedback from patrons.
The Becker Library is currently open 30 hours a week, mainly in the afternoon and evenings. A survey has been created in order to determine if the current hours still fit the needs of the community and surrounding area.
The Becker Library's open hours were part of the discussion that took place at the Library Community meeting, held in October 2016....
Posted May 30, 2017
The summer slide – the tendency for students to lose their academic footing during the break from the classroom – is a very real phenomenon.
What’s worse – it affects children from lower income families in particular, leaving them even further behind their peers come fall.
Great River Regional Library’s Summer Reading Program, which kicks off on June 12 and rolls right up until August 12 , is a fun, effective and cost-free way to keep students of all ages sharp in the run-up to...
Posted May 27, 2017
Get ready for next year of wizarding at Hogwarts! We'll provide all the tools, supplies and instruction to build your own authentic-looking Ollivander's-style wizarding wand.
For ages 10 and up; younger children must have the assistance of a parent or guardian because this project requires the use of a low-melt hot glue gun. Kids, teens and adults are encouraged to attend and to come in early enough to allow at least an hour to work on your wand.
Join the fun on Wednesday June 7 from 10:...
Posted May 27, 2017
Bring your own chair or blanket to sit on, (and maybe bring some bug spray!) and join us for a movie on the library lawn.
Our featured movie jumps back in time to explore the wizarding world of 1926 New York. A young wizard arrives in the city as part of a global study of fantastical beasts, but he gets caught up in this conflict when some of the magical creatures in his care are accidentally released!
This film is an animated fantasy adventure and rated PG.
We'll start the...
Posted May 18, 2017
“What’s it worth?" "Trash or Treasure?” “Cash or Clutter?”
The name of the program changes depending on venue, but the purpose of each stop on Mark Moran’s traveling antique appraisal event circuit is always the same – to help people understand the history, significance and value of the things they own.
And, Great River Regional Library is pleased to provide 10 upcoming opportunities for folks to meet Mark and find out if an antiquated possession has an unusual backstory....
Posted May 12, 2017
"Reading by Design" is the theme for this year's summer reading program - a celebration of the ingenuity of authors and other innovators - and we've got LOTS of exciting things (including prizes) prepared for you!
This year, we're challanging all our summer participants to read 6,022 hours this year. Think you can pull that off? If so, we'll be having a special TRUCKSTRAVAGANZA party on August 11 to celebrate.
Check out the Monticello event calendar for all the...
Posted May 12, 2017
If you've ever looked at an antique you own and wondered what it could be worth, your chance to find out is coming up quickly.
The Monticello Friends are thrilled to be bringing back antique expert Mark Moran, who has written over 25 books on antiques and collectibles and has appeared on the PBS “Antiques Roadshow” program.
On Thursday, May 25, there will be a quick Friends meeting at 4:30 p.m. and then Mark will be on hand to evaluate and tell you about your own personal items...