We continue to provide engaging community events during the Wentworth Library closure. Please see details below and search for "offsite" events in our events calendar.
Embroidered Corner Bookmark
Make your own one-of-a-kind bookmarks for you or to give as gifts. Learn basic embroidery stitches and transform simple felt into a loved treasure. Presented by Eagan Art House. Registration required. For adults.
Thompson Park Activity Center
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 9:30–11:30 a.m. Registration begins July 22.
Reptiles Around the World
Meet reptiles both large and small, common and rare from around the world. Discover a legless lizard, meet a rare species of snake up close, touch a gecko and much more. Presented by Snake Discovery. For all ages.
Dakota Lodge
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2–2:45 p.m.
Family Storytime at Thompson County Park
Join us to enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. For babies and youth of all ages with their caregivers.
Dakota Lodge
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Wednesdays, 10–10:30 a.m.
Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24
Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Nov. 12, 19, 26
Floral Embroidery
Explore the world of floral embroidery. Designed for all skill levels, this class covers essential techniques and stitches, guiding you through creating beautiful floral designs. Presented by Parcel Arts. Registration required. For adults.
Thompson Park Activity Center
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Friday, Sept. 12, 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Registration begins Aug. 15.
Raptors: Hunters of the Skies
Learn about the lives of raptors and meet a live raptor up close. The top of the food chain, masters of Minnesota's skies, raptors have long been the symbols of freedom and all that is wild. Presented by Dodge Nature Center. For youth ages 4 and older.
Garlough Park
1800 Charlton Ave., West St. Paul
Saturday, Sept. 13, 2–3 p.m.
Bookends Book Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month's title is "Saving Emma" by Allen Eskens. New members are welcome. For adults.
Amore Café
879 Smith Ave. S., West St. Paul
Tuesday, Sept. 23, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Beaded Turtle Keychain
Work with Ojibwe artist, Alicia De La Cruz, to create a beaded turtle keychain while learning the creation story of turtle island. Learn basic embroidery style beadwork. Presented by ArtStart. Registration required. For youth ages 12–18.
Dakota Lodge
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Saturday, Oct. 4, 1:30–4 p.m.
Registration begins Sept. 6
Nature Collage for All Abilities
Learn about the arts of collage and assemblage as you use natural park materials to create your own scene. Presented by Caponi Art Park. Registration required. For adults of all abilities.
Thompson Park Activity Center
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Friday, Oct. 10, 1–2:30 p.m.
Registration begins Sept. 12
Lego Stamping
Create a unique art piece with Lego blocks. Using either stamp pads or paint, Legos can be used as stamps to create a variety of textures and shapes. Presented by Caponi Art Park. For youth ages 6 and older.
Dakota Lodge
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Friday, Oct. 17, 2–4 p.m.
Block Printing: Birds of Minnesota
Choose from a loon or a cardinal and learn how to carve, ink and print with your very own block. Turn your print into a card or hang it in your favorite room. Presented by Parcel Arts. Registration required. For adults.
Thompson Park Activity Center
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Friday, Oct. 24, 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Registration begins Sept. 26
The Rex and Mr. Fox Show
Join Minnesota authors and illustrators David LaRochelle and Mike Wohnoutka as they share their latest funny picture books "Go and Get with Rex" and "Mr. Fox's Game of 'NO!'" Help Mike as he creates amazing pictures right before your eyes. Join Rex in a rousing game of “Go and Get" and try your best to avoid all of Mr. Fox's sneaky tricks. You will not want to miss this silly storytime. For youth ages 3 and older with their caregivers. Presented in partnership with MELSA.
Dakota Lodge
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Saturday, Nov. 1, 1:30–2:15 p.m.
Dealing with Difficult Interactions
Learn the signs and symptoms of mental illnesses, along with tips and strategies that can be used in dealing with difficult interactions to manage the situation and yourself. Presented by NAMI Minnesota. Registration required. For adults.
Thompson Park Activity Center
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 10–11 a.m. Registration begins Oct. 21.