Fans of New York Times bestselling author William Kent Krueger, take a note — he's making a few stops around Great River Regional Library very soon!
Krueger, well-known for the perennial favorite Ordinary Grace, will be at the Waite Park and Cold Spring Public Libraries to discuss his work, take questions and sell/sign copies of his books.
You can catch him in Waite Park on Thursday, April 12 at 6:30 p.m., and in Cold Spring on Thursday, April 19 at 6:30 p.m.
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Posted April 4, 2018
If you are a fan of mystery books and hot dishes, you may want to check out the upcoming Kimball Area Friends of the Library's "Dinner with Jeanne Cooney." Cooney is a Minnesota author who has written such cozy mysteries as Hot Dish Heaven: A Murder Mystery with Recipes.
As Jeanne puts it: "It’s not the Great American Novel. People won’t learn the meaning of life by reading it. But they might laugh away an afternoon or discover a simple comfort-food recipe for supper. And that’s...
Posted March 30, 2018
There’s no shortage of artistic talent in central Minnesota – and we would like to feature the work of two talented individuals by printing it onto our library cards!
Great River Regional Library (GRRL) wants you to submit your artwork this month during our library card design contest!
For the first time in GRRL’s history, we’re giving you the chance to share your creativity with library card holders in six counties by illustrating our next library card.
Anyone living Benton,...
Posted March 28, 2018
Big news for aspiring writers; Great River Regional Library (GRRL) now offers a new suite of resources – collectively called MN Writes MN Reads – to help local authors connect with local readers and beyond.!
MN Writes MN Reads is a free, user-friendly collection of tools for creating, publishing and sharing e-books with readers across Minnesota and potentially the country. Not an aspiring author? MN Writes MN Reads is also a great place to find something new to read.
“Leading indie...
Posted March 28, 2018
It won't be long before summer break arrives - which means plenty of time for reading a good book!
And, students ages 16 and under who might be haunted by fines due to overdue items could use this as an opportunity to whittle away at them.
"Read Down Your Fines" is Great River Regional Library's (GRRL) simple way to lessen fine amounts: for every 15 minutes of reading at the library, $1 in late return fines will be eliminated. And, parents of young children can assist by reading to...
Posted March 28, 2018
If you’ve ever been curious if there’s a tale or two behind an antique treasure you own, you’re in for a treat.
This month, Great River Regional Library is making it possible for you to learn a little more about your items, thanks to the expertise of professional appraiser and speaker Mark Moran.
Great River Regional Library is pleased to provide 9 opportunities around the region for you to meet Mark and find out if an antiquated possession has an unusual history, significance – and...
Posted March 28, 2018
Early literacy is what children know about reading and writing before they are able to read and write. In fact, research shows that children are able to build these skills years before they start school.
And that's why Great River Regional Library (GRRL) offers the popular "1,000 Book Before Kindergarten" program.
This ambitious but fun program comes with a simple mission: to encourage children ages 0-5 and their parents to read 1,000 books together in advance of kindergarten....
Posted March 28, 2018
In times of change, libraries and the librarians running them are guiding forces for communities everywhere.
That’s why “Libraries Lead” is the theme for the 2018 National Library Week, April 8-14.
National Library Week is an annual celebration of the life-changing work of libraries, librarians and library workers. Great River Regional Library (GRRL) is pleased to join with libraries around the nation to celebrate the many ways libraries lead their communities through the...
Posted March 16, 2018
If you're in need of copies, whether in color or black and white, the Staples Public Library has you covered.
We recently acquired a new color copy machine. Copies can be made in Color for .50 or Black/White for .10.
The machine includes a USB drive, so copies can be scanned and added or printed from the drive.
Stop in and let us help you with your printing needs!
Posted March 16, 2018
If you're in need of copies, whether in color or black and white, the Eagle Bend Public Library is here to help.
We recently acquired a new color copy machine. Copies can be made in Color for .50 or Black/White for .10.
The machine includes a USB drive, so copies can be scanned and added or printed from the drive.
Stop in and let us help you with your printing needs!