Thursday, Jan. 2
Baby Storytime
9:45–10:15 a.m. - Park Grove Library, 7900 Hemingway Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Join us in singing, talking, reading, writing, and playing at this inclusive, lap sit Storytime for families with ages 0-3. This is a time for you and your baby to bond with one another through early literacy activities. It's also an opportunity for you to meet new friends in a welcoming environment. This Storytime is recommended for soon-to-be parents, developmental ages 0-3, and their grown-ups (siblings always welcome). You are encouraged to attend the Storytime that best meets your family’s developmental needs. Registration is not required.

Storytime
10:30–11 a.m. - R. H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury
Sing, talk, read, write, and play with us at Storytime in the Children's Area. Storytime is a great opportunity to meet new friends, socialize, and strengthen early literacy skills. Registration is not required; recommended for children ages 2-6 and their grown-ups!

STEM Challenge: Build a Straw Tower
1–3 p.m. - R. H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury
Children ages 6 and up, we want to see what you can build with play dough and straws. The tallest tower? The strongest bridge? Stop by and put your engineering skills to work. No registration is required! This program is created for children ages 6-12, but all are welcome. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver at all times. Caregivers are encouraged to participate in this drop-in program alongside their children.

Contraption Club
3:30–5 p.m. - Park Grove Library, 7900 Hemingway Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Children ages 9-12 are welcome to learn how to use a variety of technologies including 3D printers, a Glowforge laser cutter, a Cricut machine, an embroidery machine, TinkerCad, AdaFruit, and much more. No prior experience is required, librarians are on hand to assist you with the project of the day or free exploration. Limit to nine participants at a time. If over nine participants, the class will rotate participants every 45 minutes. No registration is required. This class is on a first-come basis.

School Board Workshop Meeting
6–8 p.m. – District Service Center, 7362 E. Pt. Douglas Road, Cottage Grove
The second meeting of each month is a formal school board business meeting that is recorded and live-streamed. The meetings will provide time for comments to the board, staff presentations and will include items that require the board to take action or conduct a vote. School board workshops are open to the public but do not include public participation.
Friday, Jan. 3
On Our Quilt Time
9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Park Grove Library, 7900 Hemingway Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Do you have a quilting project you are working on? Join fellow quilters for camaraderie, inspiration, and ideas. Bring your own sewing machine and project supplies. Come and go as needed. No registration required.

Storytime
10:30–11 a.m. - Park Grove Library, 7900 Hemingway Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Join us in singing, talking, reading, writing, and playing at this inclusive, welcoming Storytime for families focusing on concepts such as life skills, emotions, community, family, and kindness. Storytime is your opportunity to meet new friends, socialize, and strengthen early literacy skills. Activities during and after Storytime are designed to strengthen fine and large motor skills. Grown-ups are encouraged to actively participate alongside the children they bring (modeling is one of the best ways to influence behavior). Please limit discussion between grown-ups until Storytime has finished. Registration is not required. We will meet in the children's area; recommended for developmental ages birth–8 and their grown-ups!

Family Art Cart
11 a.m. to noon - Park Grove Library, 7900 Hemingway Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Every Friday following Storytime we will spend time making art. Registration is not required; recommended for families with children ages 3-12 and will relate to the Storytime theme of the day.

Family Art Cart
1–3 p.m. - R. H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury
Drop by to work on a craft using materials from our art cart. We will supply instructions for a simple project adults and kids can complete together. No registration required. All ages are welcome.
Saturday, Jan. 4
Cottage Grove Parkruns – Weekly 5k
9–10 a.m. – Cottage Grove Parks
Parkruns are free weekly community 5ks and are meant to be a positive, welcoming and inclusive experience for all. There is no time limit, and no one finishes last. Whether you walk, jog, volunteer or spectate, all are welcome! Free to the public.
Parkruns found at participating local parks:
9 – 10 a.m. – Kingston Park, 9195 75th St. S., Cottage Grove
9 – 10 a.m. – Hamlet Park, 8883 Hamlet Ave. S.., Cottage Grove

Bird Hike
9–10 a.m. – Carpenter Nature Center, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings
Program is $5 per person or free for “Friends of CNC,” SCVBC and students. Learn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available or bring your own. Pre-registration required. Call 651-437-4359.

Family Ice Fishing – FREE
8 a.m. to noon – Lake Rebecca, 415 Lock & Dam Road, Hastings
Ever wanted to ice fish but don’t have the equipment or know-how or just want to experience ice fishing without all the work of set up? Join us for ice fishing and we’ll do the prep work while you enjoy time outdoors with family or friends! Questions? Contact Hastings Parks and Recreation 651-480-6175 or email Parksinfo@hastingsmn.gov

Library Play Date
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Park Grove Library, 7900 Hemingway Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Play with your child(ren) in a literacy-focused environment. Each week will feature a variety of activities designed to strengthen fine motor skills, large motor skills and early literacy development. You may even meet a new friend or discover a new activity you enjoy! This inclusive, welcoming program is recommended for developmental ages birth to eight and their grown-ups (siblings always welcome). No registration required.

Music and Movement Storytime
10:30–11 a.m. - R. H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury
Join us in the children's area for a special Saturday storytime featuring music and creative movement! This storytime is great for practicing gross motor skills, listening skills, and social skills. Stay after for a process art project. Music and Movement Storytime is designed for children developmental ages 2-6. Everyone is welcome! Registration is not required.

Art Cart: Process Art
1–4 p.m. - Park Grove Library, 7900 Hemingway Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Spend time making art. Process art is a self-directed, choice-driven way of making art that celebrates the experience of discovery. We will strengthen our collective fine motor skills in final products that are always unique with the focus lying within the creation of the work rather than the outcome. You may even meet a new friend or discover a new activity you enjoy! This inclusive, welcoming program is recommended for all ages. No registration required.
Monday, Jan. 6
Baby Storytime
10:30–11 a.m. - R. H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury
Join us for an interactive Storytime for babies and their grownups! We'll share books, songs, rhymes, and more to practice early literacy skills. After Storytime, stay for a play and social time designed just for babies; recommended for developmental ages 0-24 months. Everyone is always welcome. Registration is not required.
Tuesday, Jan. 7
Blazing Needles
9:30 a.m. – noon - Park Grove Library, 7900 Hemingway Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Do you have a needlework project you are working on? Join fellow enthusiasts for camaraderie, inspiration, and ideas. Bring your own project supplies. Come and go as you wish. Join the fun!

1:1 Tech Help
10–11 a.m. - R. H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury
Do you need help with a tech issue? Bring your questions and tech issues with you when you meet 1:1 with library staff. We can help you with a range of topics, including searching the internet, setting up an email account, using Libby and eReaders, iPhone and Android phone basics and basic instruction on laptops and tablets. If we can’t answer the question, we’ll help you find resources that can. Appointments may be cancelled if the registrant does not arrive within 15 minutes of the start time.

Storytime
10:30–11 a.m. - R. H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury
Sing, talk, read, write, and play with us in the Children's Area. Storytime is a great opportunity to meet new friends, socialize, and strengthen early literacy skills. Registration is not required; recommended for children ages 2-6 and their grown-ups!

Storytime at Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park
10:30–11 a.m. – Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park, 9653 Keats Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Join us in singing, talking, reading, writing, and playing at this inclusive, welcoming Storytime focusing on concepts such as life skills, counting, colors, emotions, patterns, and kindness. Storytime is your opportunity to meet new friends, socialize, and strengthen early literacy skills. This Storytime is generally held inside Ravine Landing. Registration is not required. This Storytime is recommended for developmental ages birth-eight and their grown-ups!

Virtual: Storytime
10:30–11 a.m. – Online, Washington County Libraries
Join us in singing, talking, reading, writing, and playing at this inclusive Storytime for families held on the Washington County Library Facebook page the first Tuesday of the month. You can find more Storytimes by visiting our Virtual Storytimes @ the Library Playlist on YouTube. This Storytime focuses on concepts such as counting, colors, emotions, patterns, kindness, and life skills. Storytime is your opportunity to strengthen early literacy skills and spend time together.

Teen Open Gaming
3:30–4:30 p.m. - Park Grove Library, 7900 Hemingway Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Teens are welcome to play an assortment of video games, such as Mario Kart and Smash Bros. Don't want to play video games, but still want to socialize? That's ok! A variety of board games will also be available to play. Registration not required. Ages 12-18.

RHS Book Club
6:30–7:30 p.m. - R. H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury
This month's selection is Until They Bring the Streetcars Back by Stanley Gordon West. All are welcome to join! Read the monthly selection and join in for the discussion about the title with the group. Open to all. The book club usually meets the first Tuesday of the month unless it lands on a holiday.
Wednesday, Jan. 8
Storytime
10:30–11 a.m. - Park Grove Library, 7900 Hemingway Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Join us in singing, talking, reading, writing, and playing at this inclusive, welcoming Storytime for families focusing on life skills, emotions, our community, and kindness. Storytime is your opportunity to meet new friends, socialize, and strengthen early literacy skills. Plus, there will be plenty of music (both singing and dancing varieties). We will meet in the children's area. Registration is not required; recommended for developmental ages birth–8 and their grown-ups!

Family Art Cart
11 a.m. to noon - Park Grove Library, 7900 Hemingway Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Every Wednesday following Storytime we will spend time making art. Registration is not required; recommended for families with children ages 3-12 and will relate to the Storytime theme of the day.

Park Grove Daytime Book Club
1–2:30 p.m. - Park Grove Library, 7900 Hemingway Ave. S., Cottage Grove
This month's selection is The Paris Wife by Paula Mclain. The Daytime Book Club at Park Grove Library meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. All are welcome!

Tween/Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club
1:30–3:30 p.m. - R. H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury
Tweens and teens ages 10 and up are invited to join the Dungeons & Dragons Club. This weekly event is an opportunity to enjoy social time with other young people while practicing reading, math, and cooperation skills. All programs are led by teen participants. Interested teens may be able to use their creativity to plan and lead adventures. Registration is required. No prior D&D experience is needed, but we will not make exceptions to the minimum age requirement to ensure the best experience for everyone involved. All materials are provided by R.H. Stafford Library and Woodbury & East Metro Homeschool Club, but participants are welcome to bring their own Player's Handbook, character sheets, and dice. Please contact Rebecca Molloy at rebecca.molloy@co.washington.mn.us for any questions.

1:1 Tech Help
2–3 p.m. - R. H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury
Do you need help with a tech issue? Bring your questions and tech issues with you when you meet 1:1 with library staff. We can help you with a range of topics. If we can’t answer the question, we’ll help you find resources that can. Appointments may be cancelled if the registrant does not arrive within 15 minutes of the start time.

City Council Meeting
7–8 p.m. – Council Chambers, 12800 Ravine Parkway S., Cottage Grove
Regular meeting.

Bingo! At the Muddy Cow
7 p.m. - Muddy Cow, 7350 Hardwood Ct. S., Cottage Grove
Join the Muddy Cow in Cottage Grove every Wednesday for Bingo! $1000 Coverall game starts at 7 p.m.