Crafternoon: DIY Mini Garden Terrariums
2025-05-21 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)
All ages welcome! Held in the library event room.

Bookclub "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
2025-05-22 13:00 - 14:30
Join us for the Virginia Public Library Book Club! All are welcome, whether you read all of the book, part of the book, or none of the book! Join us for a lively discussion and light refreshments. You can request the book “A Walk in the Woods” by Bill Bryson can be requested via phone 218-748-7525 or on the library website and pick it up at any Arrowhead Library System location.

LIBRARY CLOSED
2025-05-24 10:00 - 2025-05-26 18:00
The library will be CLOSED Saturday, May 24th and Monday, May 26th in observance of Memorial Day.

Anime Club
2025-05-28 14:00 - 15:00
Whether you’re into classic anime or discovering new series, Anime Club is the perfect place to watch Anime, celebrate your passion and meet fellow fans.

Essentia Health Preparing for a Healthy Retirement Seminar: Lifestyle Modifications to Prevent Dementia
2025-05-29 13:00 - 14:00
Are you ready to take charge of your retirement? Discover lifestyle modifications to prevent dementia with integrative health specialist, Wendy Baty, APRN, CNP.

Empower Your Mind: Learn more about dementia and risk factorsLive Actively: Explore ways to incorporate physical activity into your daily routine for long-term benefits.Eat Smart: Understand the impact of nutrition on cognitive health Wendy Baty, APRN, CNP and make informed dietary choices.

The Essentia Health Wellness Series is open to all ages. No registration required.

National Creativity Day Makerspace
2025-05-30 14:00 - 16:00

Summer Kickoff
2025-05-31 10:30 - 12:30
Come join us at the library as we get ready for an epic day of fun and games as we Kickoff our Summer Reading Program at the library! All ages welcome!

"Yards of Yarn" Knitting and Crocheting
2025-06-02 15:30 - 16:30
Come join the knitting and crocheting club at the Virginia Public Library. Held in the library event room, this program is open to all age levels and skill levels. So whether you are a beginner or an expert, come learn and socialize among other creative people!

Technology Assistance
2025-06-03 11:00 - 12:00
Need help with your device? Don’t know how to start using Libby? Have other technology questions? During these sessions library staff will provide one-on-one assistance with your technology.

Crafternoon: Puzzle Making
2025-06-04 14:00 - 15:30
Come test out your jigsaw puzzle skills at Crafternoon held in the library event room. All ages welcome!

Building Block Free Play
2025-06-07 12:30 - 13:30
All are welcome to come build, invent, and play using the Library’s building block collection. Held in the library event room.

Bookclub "Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club" by J. Ryan Stradal
2025-06-12 13:00 - 14:30
Join us for the Virginia Public Library Book Club! All are welcome, whether you read all of the book, part of the book, or none of the book! Join us for a lively discussion and light refreshments. You can request the book “Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club” by J. Ryan Stradal via phone at 218-748-7525 or on the library website and pick it up at any Arrowhead Library System location.

Genealogy Assistance w/ Regan Richardson
2025-06-12 16:00 - 17:30
Embark on a journey through time at our monthly genealogy session! Whether you are just starting out, or you are fine-tuning your research, join citizen historian Regan Richardson for personalized guidance.

Bubble Party
2025-06-13 10:30 - 12:00
Get ready for a bubble filled morning at the library! Dress to have some bubble fun in our human bubble machine! CAUTION! You’ll definitely get wet!

Rubik’s Cube Competition
2025-06-17 14:00 - 15:30
Compete against fellow puzzlers to solve the cube! Held in the library event room.

Anime Club
2025-06-18 15:00 - 16:30
Whether you’re into classic anime or discovering new series, Anime Club is the perfect place to watch Anime, celebrate your passion and meet fellow fans. Grace Sushi and the Friends of the Virginia Public Library will be providing free dumplings! Held in the library event room.

LIBRARY CLOSED
2025-06-19 11:00 - 18:00
The library will be CLOSED Thursday, June 19th in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.

Family Storytime
2025-06-20 10:30 - 12:00
Come join Family Storytime and participate with the FUN colorful parachute!

Brodini Comedy Magic Show w/ Magician Graylyn Morris
2025-06-23 13:00 - 14:00

Crafternoon: DIY Kite
2025-06-25 14:00 - 15:00

Author Visit and Book Talk w/ J. Ryan Stradal
2025-06-26 13:00 - 14:00
Come join us at the library as author of “The Lager Queen of Minnesota” J. Ryan Stradal presents and tells us about his Midwest inspired stories! Held in the library event room.

Active Play Event
2025-06-27 10:30 - 11:30
Join us for an Activity Play Event in the library’s event room! Our play-based stations will include sensory bins, an activity course, a baby play area, and block building. All ages are welcome!

STEM: Cardboard Cars
2025-06-30 14:00 - 15:00
Use ordinary cardboard boxes to create your dream car! Come back on July 1st and watch a movie in your cardboard creation during our indoor “Drive-In” in the library event room!

Indoor Drive-In
2025-07-01 15:00 - 16:30
Watch DogMan in your cardboard car during our indoor “Drive-In”. Free popcorn provided by the Friends of the Virginia Public Library. Held in the library event room.

Kindness Rocks
2025-07-02 11:00 - 18:00
Stop by the library and paint a rock with a kind message!

Kids for Kids Concert
2025-07-09 11:00 - 12:00
Visit the library to hear young musicians from the Northern Lights Music Festival perform classical music! All ages welcome!

Big Truck Day
2025-07-10 10:30 - 12:00
Big Truck Day is back! Check out vintage cars, big machines, and the vehicles that help keep our community safe at the Virginia Public Library! The street in front of the library (5th Avenue) will be blocked off for this event.

Genealogy Research w/ Regan Richardson
2025-07-10 16:00 - 17:30
Unlock Your Family Story is a genealogy assistance program taking place the second Thursday of the month at the library downstairs in the event room. Embark on a journey through time at our monthly genealogy session! Whether you’re just starting out or fine-tuning your research, join citizen historian Regan Richardson for personalized guidance. Held in the library event room.

Chalk Obstacle Course
2025-07-11 10:30 - 12:00
Stop by the library where our parking lot will turn into a large chalk obstacle course! Create your own obstacles and have a fun day outdoors!

Building Block Free Play
2025-07-12 12:30 - 13:30
All are welcome to come build, invent, and play using the library’s building block collection!
