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Library News
Posted February 24, 2020
According to mn.gov, "Every ten years, the U.S. Census Bureau works to count every person in the United States, including everyone living in Minnesota. The resulting count will guide the distribution of billions of dollars to Minnesota’s communities, determine political representation for the next decade, and provide data that shapes how Minnesota’s policymakers and business leaders decide to invest public and private resources."
You can complete your 2020 Census online at...
Posted February 13, 2020
Having Cabin Fever? Merriam Webster defines cabin fever as "extreme irritability and restlessness from living in isolation or a confined indoor area for a prolonged time." We all get a little stir-crazy during the winter months, but the library has much to offer you and your family.
We can help you beat the winter blues! Come into the library for game days! Get cozy indoors and play with friends.
Cokato Game Time: Join us on March 10th to play board games, card games, and...
Posted February 12, 2020
The GRRL Board of Trustees will meet in special session on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, in the St. Cloud Library Mississippi Room. The Finance Committee will meet at 5:00 p.m. and the full Board at 6:00 p.m.
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 assisted services should contact the Administrative Assistant three business days prior to...
Posted January 29, 2020
February not only includes Valentine's Day, but we'll also celebrate Library Lover's Month!
We have many sweet movie showings, musical performances, craft events, and author visits, as well as books, DVDs, CDs, kits, and more to check out and enjoy. All for free! What's not to love?
Make sure you check our February Event Calendar for exciting upcoming events, such as Kids' Books and the Art We Love in Delano, Saturday Movie Matinees in the Loft in Little Falls,...
Posted January 29, 2020
Tax season is upon us, and we have the resources to help you be prepared!
Check out our Tax Information Resources page to find IRS contact information, links to print common tax forms, instructions, and tips! Note that tax filing deadlines have been extended to July 15, 2020 for your 2019 tax return. Minnesota's updated information is here. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) update is here. Other information about tax-related updates can be found at IRS.gov. To find information...
Posted January 9, 2020
The GRRL Board of Trustees will meet in regular session on Tuesday, January 21, 2020, in the St. Cloud Library Mississippi Room. The Finance Committee will meet at 5:00 p.m., the Personnel Committee at 5:30 p.m., and the full Board at 6:00 p.m.
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 assisted services should contact the Administrative Assistant...
Posted December 31, 2019
“Snow Better Time to Read,” the Winter Reading Program begins Thursday, January 2, 2020 and runs through Saturday, February 29th.
The program provides fun incentives for readers to settle into cozy winter reading habits. It is designed primarily for teens and adults and is open to anyone in the 6th grade or older. Each of the 32 branch libraries in the GRRL system will have prize drawings for participants. All book lovers need...
Posted December 30, 2019
Stuck at home with nothing to read?
Cozy up with a new ebook using Axis360 or Overdrive.
You can also download the Axis360 app on your iphone or tablet! Overdrive's app is called "Libby," which you can learn more about here.
You can read your books and audiobooks directly on the app or webpage, as well as keep track of when your books are due. Be sure to check out the curated book collections for your next favorite read!
Posted December 30, 2019
During the month of December, Great River Regional Library celebrates Short Story Writing Month (ShoStoWriMo). Teens and adults could enter in their unique stories about this historical image from the Stearns History Museum. To make it truly a short story challenge, writers were to compose their story in only 33 words (since we have 33 locations)!
Thank you to all who participated and enjoyed the challenge.
Here are some highlights:
"The squeaking wheels roll over, CRASH! The...