Friends of the Virginia Public Library

Friends of the Virginia Public Library A non-profit organization dedicated to keeping our library strong. We promote library programs and a

06/16/2026
06/16/2026

Touring in June 2026: The Reptile Experience with Sarah's Serpentarium! Read more for locations and dates:

The Arrowhead Library System is pleased to present Creature Connections: The Reptile Experience with Sarah’s Serpentarium. These free events will travel to participating ALS libraries June 2 - June 26, 2026.

Join Sarah’s Serpentarium for an unforgettable, one-hour journey into the fascinating world of reptiles. This high-energy, family-friendly program features live animal ambassadors—including snakes, lizards, turtles, and more. Fun facts and engaging storytelling are paired with hands-on learning moments that will spark curiosity in every age group.

Participants discover what makes reptiles unique, how they survive in the wild, and why these misunderstood creatures are essential to their ecosystems. With a strong focus on education, conservation, and connection, this program transforms curiosity into confidence.

This 1 hour program is designed for audiences of all ages.

This free program is being offered at the following locations:

Tuesday, June 2, 3:30 p.m. - Calumet Public Library

Wednesday, June 3, 10:00 a.m. - Ely Public Library

Wednesday, June 3, 3:30 p.m. - Aurora Public Library

Thursday, June 4, 3:30 p.m. - Moose Lake Public Library

Saturday, June 6, 1:00 p.m. - Carlton Area Public Library

Monday, June 8, 1:00 p.m. - Hibbing Public Library

Tuesday, June 9, 10:00 a.m. - Coleraine Public Library

Tuesday, June 9, 3:30 p.m. - Grand Rapids Area Library

Wednesday, June 10, 1:00 p.m. - Cloquet Public Library

Thursday, June 11, 10:00 a.m. - Silver Bay Public Library

Thursday, June 11, 3:30 p.m. - Two Harbors Public Library

Friday, June 12, 1:00 p.m. - Grand Marais Public Library

Monday, June 15, 3:30 p.m. - Hoyt Lakes Public Library

Tuesday, June 16, 1:00 p.m. - Keewatin Public Library

Tuesday, June 16, 3:30 p.m. - Marble Public Library

Wednesday, June 17, 10:00 a.m. - Chisholm Public Library

Wednesday, June 17, 3:30 p.m. - Mountain Iron Public Library

Thursday, June 18, 10:00 a.m. - Cook Community Center, hosted by the Cook Public Library

Thursday, June 18, 3:30 p.m. - Buhl Public Library

Saturday, June 20, 3:00 p.m. - Northome City Hall, hosted by Northome City Library & ALS

Monday, June 22, 1:00 p.m. - Babbitt Public Library

Tuesday, June 23, 10:30 a.m. -The VFW Event Room, hosted by the Baudette Public Library

Tuesday, June 23, 3:30 p.m. - International Falls Public Library

Wednesday, June 24, 10:00 a.m. - Eveleth Public Library

Wednesday, June 24, 3:30 p.m. - Virginia Public Library

Thursday, June 25, 1:00 p.m. - Gilbert Public Library

Friday, June 26, 1:00 p.m. - Duluth Public Library

This program tour is sponsored by the Arrowhead Library System. To learn more about Arrowhead Library System Events, please see our calendar at www.alslib.info.

06/16/2026

🧚FAIRY STORYTIME

🗓️ Tuesday, June 23rd

⏰ @ 10:30am

📍Virginia Public Library

Join us at this whimsical Storytime where you can come dressed up in your wings and bring your magical wands along ! There will also be a fairy themed craft after the story where you can put your imagination to the test!

06/16/2026

🥁THE JOLLY POPS

🗓️ Tuesday, June 23rd

⏰ @ 1:00pm

📍Virginia Public Library event room

The Arrowhead Library System is pleased to present The Jolly Pops, a high energy children’s musician group. These free concerts will travel to participating ALS libraries June 11 – June 27, 2026.

The Jolly Pops combine upbeat, original music with popular children’s classics for a concert that is sure to please kids and adults alike. Take a fun ride with the Happy Dads and their puppet friends as they sing about alligator dancing, popsicles, trains, pet dinosaurs…and everything in between!

This program is 45 minutes long and suited for families and children of all ages.

This program, sponsored by Arrowhead Library System, was funded in part or in whole with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund (ACHF). To learn more about Arrowhead Legacy Events, please see our calendar at www.alslib.info or like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/alslibinfo.

06/16/2026

🧶Bernadine from the “Going to Pieces Quilt Guild” crafted this adorable and beautiful quilt. We appreciate you letting the library display it for the month of June!

06/16/2026

🕵️‍♂️GNOME SCAVENGER HUNT

Starting June 29th and going up until July 2nd, the library will have an ongoing Gnome Scavenger Hunt!

There will be a hidden gnome somewhere in the library to find. Once you find it bring the gnome to the front desk for a prize and a chance to re-hide the gnome in a spot of your choosing!

06/16/2026

The library will be CLOSED Friday, June 19th in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.

06/16/2026
06/16/2026

🐰Come add a cute bunny rabbit to our Smile Board and write something that made you happy that day😁

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