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​Man compleing an art project with his two children..Express yourself, get creative, and explore art at the library. ​

​Afternoon Origam​i

Learn how to fold fun origami models through in-person instruction and books. For youth ages 9–18.

Robert Trail
Tuesdays, 1–3 p.m.
Aug. 12​

Summer Mon​day Funday

Drop in for crafts and fun activities at the library this summer. For youth ages 2 and older. 

Kaposia
Mondays, 1–2:30 p.m.
June 30
July 14, 21, 28
Aug. 4, 11, 18​

Summer Discover​y Craft Table

Join us in the children's area and learn a craft from our summer Volunteens. For youth ages 4 and older and their families.

Wescott
Mondays, 10:30–11:30 a.m.​
July ​21
Aug. 4, 18

​Book and Craft Party

Celebrate some famous nursery rhymes we know and love by reading books, playing games and making crafts. For youth ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.

Pleasant Hill
Friday, July 18, 1–2 p.m.

​​Mosaics

Learn about mosaics and then create your own personalized project using a variety of supplies. Completed projects made during the workshop will be sent with 4–H staff to be on display during the Dakota County Fair from Aug. 4–10. Projects will be returned to the Inver Glen Library for pick up the following week. Registration required. For youth ages 6 and older. Presented in partnership with Dakota County 4–H. 

Inver Glen
Tuesday, July 22, 1–3 p.m. Registration begins June 24.

​Summer Craft Da​y

Drop in to make creative summer crafts, including chalk art trolls and magic wands. For youth ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.

Farmington
Saturday, July 26, 2:30–4:30 p.m.

​Summer ​Night Craft

Use a variety of materials to make fun nighttime themed crafts. For youth ages 3 and older.

Heritage
Thursday, July 31, 2–3:30 p.m.​

Perler Bead Creations

Use a variety of materials to make fun nighttime themed crafts. For youth ages 3 and older.

Farmington
Friday, Aug. 1, 10–11:30 a.m. Registration begins July 4.
Friday, Aug. 1, 3–4:30 p.m. Registration begins Aug. 1.

​Summer Memory Boxes

Join us to create a unique box to store your summer memories. Use a premade box and craft supplies to make something special for you. For ages 5 and older.

Heritage
Thursday, Aug. 7, 9:30–10:30 a.m.

​Toddler Drive-in Movie

Take your toddler to a drive-in movie at the library. Bring a box big enough for your tot and use our supplies to add wheels, headlights and embellishments. Drive around to pull in for a short movie. For youth ages 2–4.

Heritage
Friday, Aug. 8, 10–11 a.m.

​Preschool Art: Painting​​ with Textures

Join us for a story and painting. We'll use different textured materials to create a masterpiece. For children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome. 

Heritage
Wednesday, Aug. 27, 10–11:30 a.m.

 


Last updated: 7/14/2025 9:24 AM

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