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Used Book Sale

All Day 4/3 - 4/7
All Ages
Northern Tier Regional Library
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Pine & Richland Conference Rooms
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Book Sales
Event Details:

Stock up for summer reading with lots of bargains from the Friends of the Library Used Book Sale!

All proceeds fund library programs like our children's holiday parties and Summer Learning Program!

Pokémon Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children (Ages 6-11), Teens
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Information Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 63

Join other Pokémon trainers at the library for an hour of Pokémon fun! We encourage you to bring your game cards or handheld games in order to play together, swap, or exchange with others. (Trades must be approved by both parties' adults to avoid misunderstandings.)

Boards will be available if you want to learn how to play the card game, and we encourage new fans to come and learn. A craft or Pokémon-related project will be offered as well. This event is self-directed and open to children, teens, and their families. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

A Great Deal: Pinochle

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Richland Conference Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Games, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 70

Join us every Tuesday on the library's lower level to play some card games! Currently, the game is pinochle, but additional games may follow. It's a "great deal" of fun so don't miss out!

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Natureology: Whales

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Information Literacy, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 54
Event Details:

Bigger than dinosaurs, these critters are not fish. They're mammals, and they've got the hair and belly buttons to prove it! Even stranger, they were once the size of dogs and walked on land.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

A Great Deal: American Mahjong

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Games, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 70

Join us every Wednesday in the Program Room to play American mahjong. Please bring a playing card and a game set if you have one. Stop by and get in on the fun! Registration is requested.

NOTE: We encourage new players and beginners to sign up for the Learn Mahjong program that meets bi-monthly on Tuesday evenings. 

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Technology Help

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Information Literacy, STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Get help with technology! In these 30-minute sessions, you can focus on basic skills in using computers, smartphones, eReaders, and more. Registration is required.

Bridget's Book Club

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Kemerer Reading Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Civil and Social Literacy, Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Addie LaRue, in a moment of desperation, makes a deal to live forever but is cursed to be forgotten by everyone she meets.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Conversation Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Kemerer Reading Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Conversation Salon
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

The Conversation Group is a place to share ideas and hear what others have to say. Spirited conversation is guaranteed! Join us on the library's lower level on the second Thursday of every month.

For additional information, please email: cdstorrs@gmail.com

Library Leaders Town Hall Meeting

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Children (Ages 6-11), Teens
Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11), Teens
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Special Programming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

The Library Leaders are a diverse group of students from grades 4th through 12th who want to make the library better for their community and peers.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Bluey Bloomin' Dance Party

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Food, Games, Special Programming, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Join us for a magical evening with Bluey! We will play games, dance with bubbles, craft some garden friends, and enjoy some snacks while we celebrate Bluey with a breath of fresh, spring air.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Snippets of Wisdom: Insect Culture

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Adults
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Gardening, Information Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

In just 30 minutes, a librarian will guide you through the basics of a new, fascinating topic and provide helpful resources to continue studying. 

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Snippets of Wisdom: Insect Culture

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Gardening, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

In just 30 minutes, a librarian will guide you through the basics of a new, fascinating topic and provide helpful resources to continue studying. 

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Teen Discord Game Night

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Teens
Northern Tier Regional Library
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Games, STEAM
Event Details:

Do you use Discord and enjoy playing online games with friends? Teens ages 13 to 18 are welcome to join our Discord server for a game night!

Egg-cellent Egg Hunt

10:00am - 1:00pm
Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11)
Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Holiday
Event Details:

Join Pine and Richland Townships and Northern Tier Library on Saturday, April 12 for a community egg hunt!

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Pining for Books @ the Pine Center

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Civil and Social Literacy, Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

When a wealthy Iowa farmer decides to divide his farm between his three daughters, and his youngest objects, he then cuts her out of his will. This sets off a chain of events that brings dark truths to light and explodes long-suppressed emotions.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Maker Mondays

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, All Ages
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Information Literacy, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Hey teens! Join us at Northern Tier Library on select Mondays from 3:00 to 5:00 PM to create fun projects related to art, crafts, electronics, sewing, and more!

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

The Weekly Craft

All Day
Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Basic Literacy, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Kids (and adults!) of all ages are invited to create and enjoy a simple, weekly take-home craft! Please call or register online to reserve a supply kit that can be picked up in our lobby and enjoyed at home.

Registration is required each week to account for supplies.

When you register, please tell us where you'd like to pick up your kit, either the Richland Center on Dickey Rd or the Pine Center in the Pine Community Center.

Baby Playtime

11:00am - 11:30am
Preschool (Birth-5)
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5)
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 70

Come enjoy a half hour of fun with your baby! We'll share songs, fingerplays, stories, and rhymes. Meet other parents and their babies, and enjoy some special time together. This program is intended for babies ages 0-18 months and will be held Tuesday mornings in the program room on our main level. 

Siblings are welcome, and registration is only required once for the series.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Nonfiction Book Discussion

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Civil and Social Literacy, Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Captivating, rich in vivid detail and character, and steeped in the glamour and grit of professional ballet, The Swans of Harlem is an account of five extraordinarily accomplished women, a celebration of both their historic careers and th

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

A Great Deal: Pinochle

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Richland Conference Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Games, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 70

Join us every Tuesday on the library's lower level to play some card games! Currently, the game is pinochle, but additional games may follow. It's a "great deal" of fun so don't miss out!

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Learn Mahjong

5:00pm - 6:45pm
Adults
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Richland Conference Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Want to learn to play American Mahjong? Join Linda Parrish as she introduces you to the tiles, rules, and strategies involved with this centuries old game.

Story & Playtime

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschool (Birth-5)
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5)
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 61

Join us for an indoor story and playtime! We'll share songs and rhymes, books, and lots of movement. This program will start at 10:30 AM in the program room on our main level.

Families are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on, but it's not necessary as we will be on a carpeted floor. This program is for toddlers, preschoolers, and their families. Registration is required, but only one registration is necessary for the series of storytimes (even if you don't plan to attend them all).

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

DIY Bunny Decorations

12:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults, All Ages
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, Information Literacy, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Details:

Make your own holiday decorations and treat boxes for your baskets!

A Great Deal: American Mahjong

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Northern Tier Regional Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Games, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 70

Join us every Wednesday in the Program Room to play American mahjong. Please bring a playing card and a game set if you have one. Stop by and get in on the fun! Registration is requested.

NOTE: We encourage new players and beginners to sign up for the Learn Mahjong program that meets bi-monthly on Tuesday evenings. 

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins.