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.
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.
Nov. 12, 19, 26
Jan. 14, 21, 28
Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25
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.
Killer Thrillers Book Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month's title is "Pony Confidential" by Christina Lynch. New members are welcome. For adults.
Inver Glen
Monday, Dec. 8, 6–7 p.m.
Rangoli Art
Dive into the vibrant world of Rangoli in this hands-on art project. Explore the traditional Indian art of Rangoli, focusing on creating personalized designs on a circular wooden base. Use colorful paints, markers and mirrors to fill in your designs. Presented by ArtStart. Registration required. For youth ages 12–18.
Dakota Lodge
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Saturday, Dec. 13, 10 a.m.–noon Registration begins Nov. 15.
Winter Mocktail Mixology
Join this hands-on workshop and learn how to craft stunning and delicious non-alcoholic beverages perfect for any festive gathering. Explore flavor pairings using seasonal ingredients, herbs and spices and learn techniques for creating beautiful garnishes. Presented by Make with Sam. Registration required. For adults.
Thompson County Park Activity Center
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Friday, Dec. 19, 2–4 p.m. Registration begins Nov. 21.
Killer Thrillers Book Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month's title is "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" by Mark Haddon. New members are welcome. For adults.
Inver Glen
Monday, Jan. 12, 6–7 p.m.
Bookends Book Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month's title is "The Librarianist" by Patrick de Witt. New members are welcome. For adults.
Amore Coffee
879 Smith Ave. S., West St. Paul
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Nighttime Storytime
Join Minnesota Book Award-winning author and educator Laura Purdie Salas for an interactive storytime that explores nighttime. Bring your favorite stuffed animal, sit among the moon and stars, and enjoy a read aloud of the author's book “If You Were the Moon" and “In the Middle of the Night." For youth ages 3 and older with their caregivers.
Dakota Lodge
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 6:30–7 p.m.
Intro to Beading Workshop
Learn how to make a beginner-friendly beading project from start to finish. Create loop earrings or a loop necklace under the guidance of Ojibwe artist Alicia De La Cruz. Registration required. For adults.
Thompson County Park Activity Center
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Friday, Jan. 30, 2–4 p.m. Registration begins Jan. 2.
Killer Thrillers Book Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month's title is "Northwoods" by Amy Pease. New members are welcome. For adults.
Inver Glen
Monday, Feb. 9, 6–7 p.m.
Bookends Book Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month's title is "The Last Russian Doll" by Kristen Loesch. New members are welcome. For adults.
Amore Coffee
879 Smith Ave. S., West St. Paul
Tuesday, Feb. 24, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Clay Gnomes
Learn different sculpting techniques to form the sweetest little gnomes and mushrooms out of polymer clay. Add moss to a wooden base to create their forever home. Presented by Parcel Arts. Registration required. For adults.
Thompson County Park Activity Center
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Friday, Feb. 27, 2–4 p.m. Registration begins Jan. 30.
Dwellings
Learn how Dakota, Hmong, Mexican, Ojibwe and Somali communities have traditionally engineered their homes. Investigate building techniques, experiment with materials, then design and create your own mini-dwelling. Presented by The Works Museum. Registration required. For youth ages 6 and older.
Dakota Lodge
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul
Saturday, Feb. 28, 10–11:30 a.m. Registration begins Jan. 31.