7900 HEMINGWAY AVE S • COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016 651-459-2040

Park Grove Library featured events for September All Washington County Library branches will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5 for the Labor Day holiday. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 6.

Featured Events Contraption Club Thursday, September 1 from 3 to 5 P.M.

Learn how to use new technology to make almost anything! Participants will have access to 3D printing, laser cutting, coding robots, soldering, Cricut cutting machines, computerized embroidery, and more. For ages 9-12. This workshop is funded in part with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education. Registration is not required.

Ticket to Brasil Thursday, September 1 from 1 to 2 P.M.

Enjoy this unique international ensemble on an inspiring journey through the sounds and rhythms of one of the richest musical cultures in the world! Ticket to Brasil has performed at many local and national events, including the MN Orchestra SommerFest, Twin Cities Jazz Festival, and the Minnesota State Fair. Registration is not required. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Open-Ended Art for Adults: Bottlecap Magnets Tuesday, September 6 from 6 to 7:30 P.M.

Join us for an art experience just for adults. Create original magnets using bottle caps, magazines, and resin. No in-person teaching instruction is provided during this program. Registration is required. Register in person, online at Wash-CoLib.org/Events, or call 651-459-2040.

Take and Make: Build Your Own Ferris Wheel Wednesday, September 7 Have you ever wondered how the rides at the Minnesota State Fair work? Put your engineering skills to the test by creating your own iconic Ferris Wheel! Pick up the supplies at Park Grove Library and complete the project at home. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration is not required.

Contraption Club Thursday, September 8 from 3 to 5 P.M.

Learn how to use new technology to make almost anything! Participants will have access to 3D printing, laser cutting, coding robots, soldering, Cricut cutting machines, computerized embroidery, and more. For ages 9-12. This workshop is funded in part with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education. Registration is not required.

Teen Fiber Art Mini Macrame Plant Hanger Saturday, September 10 from 3:30 to 5 P.M.

Teens, learn the basics of macrame while working on a project! For ages 12-17. Registration is required. Register in person, online at WashCoLib.org/Events, or call 651-459-2040.

Tiny Art Fair Pick Up: Magical Forest Creatures Monday, September 12 from 12 to 8 P.M.

Pick up a Tiny Art Fair kit to create your own tiny magical forest creatures. Return your forest creatures to the library by October 3 to be featured in the display case. You’ll be able to pick up your artwork in early November. No registration is required.

Contraption Club Thursday, September 15 from 3 to 5 P.M.

Learn how to use new technology to make almost anything! Participants will have access to 3D printing, laser cutting, coding robots, soldering, Cricut cutting machines, computerized embroidery, and more. For ages 9-12. This workshop is funded in part with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education. Registration is not required.

Let’s Make Stuff: Wood Sign for Fall Wednesday, September 21 from 6 to 7:30 P.M.

In this class for adults, create a small decorative wood sign to welcome the fall season! Registration is required. Register in person, online at WashCoLib. org/Events, or call 651-459-2040.

Contraption Club Thursday, September 22 from 3 to 5 P.M.

Learn how to use new technology to make almost anything! Participants will have access to 3D printing, laser cutting, coding robots, soldering, Cricut cutting machines, computerized embroidery, and more. For ages 9-12. This workshop is funded in part with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education. Registration is not required.

Teen Lounge Friday, September 23 from 3:30 to 5 P.M.

Teens, join us for board games, card games, ping pong, puzzles, and lifesized Jenga and Connect Four! For ages 12-17. Registration is not required.

Recycling 101 Wednesday, September 28 from 6 to 7 P.M.

Sometimes it can be confusing to know which items are accepted or not accepted for recycling. Learn about wish-cycling, the common items that often fall in this category, and tips on how to recycle better! Registration is not required.

Contraption Club Thursday, September 29 from 3 to 5 P.M.

Learn how to use new technology to make almost anything! Participants will have access to 3D printing, laser cutting, coding robots, soldering, Cricut cutting machines, computerized embroidery, and more. For ages 9-12. This workshop is funded in part with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education. Registration is not required.

For more Washington County Library events or to register, visit WashCoLib. org/Events