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DPL EVENTS MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3 – SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8

[Duluth, MN] -- All Duluth Public Library events are free and open to the public.

Monday, February 3 at Main Library – 520 West Superior Street
The Blue Army, Grey Samaritans, and the White Cross: Polish Americans in France, 1917-1920 - 6:00 pm – 7:45 pm: More than 20,000 Polish men fought with the Polish Army in France (the Blue Army) for Poland’s independence. Many were from Minnesota and Wisconsin. Learn more about the Young Polish-American women that served with the Grey Samaritans, and the White Cross supporting the Blue Army as well as providing relief to the people of Poland. Presented by the Twin Ports Genealogical Society. There will be a short TPGS meeting prior to the presentation. In the Green Room. 

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Tuesday, February 4 at Mt. Royal Branch Library – 105 Mt. Royal Shopping Circle
Baby Storytime - 10:15 am: Join us for a brief storytime ideal for babies 0-24 months, then stay for some early literacy playtime and socialization. 

Tuesday, February 4 at West Duluth Branch Library – 5830 Grand Avenue
Crafternoons for Kids - 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm: Kids, join us for a fun make-and-take craft project. No experience or sign-up required!

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Wednesday, February 5 at Main Library – 520 West Superior Street
Baby and Toddler Storytime - 10:15 am: For children from birth to 36 months. 20 minutes of simple stories and fingerplays for infants and toddlers with parents. In the Gold Room. 

Storytime Stay and Play - 10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Stay after storytime for large motor and imaginative play provided by Duluth Parks and Recreation. This event is for children birth through preschool. In the Green Room. 

Preschool Storytime - 11:15 am: 30 minutes of stories, songs and fingerplays. In the Gold Room. 

Wednesday, February 5 at West Duluth Branch Library – 5830 Grand Avenue
West Duluth Storytime - 10:30 am: 30 minutes of stories, songs, and fingerplays.

West Duluth Movies for Seniors: Return to Me – 1:00 pm: Rated PG; Drama/Melodrama; 1h 55m.

Wednesday, February 5 at Mt. Royal Branch Library – 105 Mt. Royal Shopping Circle
Mt. Royal Book Club: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks - 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm: Meet monthly to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. This month: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacksby Rebecca Skloot.

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Thursday, February 6 at Mt. Royal Branch Library – 105 Mt. Royal Shopping Circle
Mt. Royal Storytime - 10:15 am: 30 minutes of stories, songs and fingerplays.

Vegan Cookbook Club - 11:30 am – 12:30 pm: Bring one or more vegan cookbooks and one or more recipes from the books that you have tried or would like to try. If possible, bring a few copies of the recipe to share. Also bring your questions and discoveries about plant-based cooking and baking.

Thursday, February 6 at Main Library – 520 West Superior Street
Teen Scene - 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Games, crafts, movies, book discussions and more. You choose what you want to do! Pizza will be served while it lasts. For teens in grades 6-12. In the Green Room.

Write On! - 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Calling all young writers! Poems! Songs! Graphic novels! Short stories! Whatever your genre, Write On! is the place for you to launch your next writing piece. Write On! is a series of 4 workshops expressly designed for young writers, ages 10-18. Each workshop is a pop-up, stand-alone event. You can attend one, or all four! Your choice! You do not need to bring any completed writing to attend, but the option to share and receive feedback will be provided. There will also be brain food (pizza!) while supplies last. Registration required. In the Gold Room.

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Friday, February 7 at Main Library – 520 West Superior Street
Movie Trivia and Academy Award Friday Film: Judy - 1:45 pm: Rated PG-13; Drama/Romance; 1h 58m. Nominated for two Oscars, including Best Actress. Ballots available at the movie. Get the most correct and win a gift card to Marcus Theatres. Enjoy Movie Trivia and a chance to win a box of candy before the film. In the Green Room.

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Saturday, February 8 at Main Library – 520 West Superior Street
Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids – 10:30 am – 12:30 pm: Get ready for Valentine's Day! Drop in and create your own valentines! Make a valentine for a veteran or for a friend. For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade. In the Youth Services Area.

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