Memorial Day
The final list of Memorial Day activities in the region will be published in the Saturday, May 27, edition. The deadline for submissions is 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 24.
Author visit
Author Pamela Nowak, an award-winning historical fiction writer, will speak at 10 a.m. Friday, June 9, at the Lake Lillian Library and again at 6 p.m. at the Spicer Library. She was born and raised in southwest Minnesota. Her works include "Necessary Deceptions: The Women of Wyatt Earp" and "Never Let Go: Survivial of the Lake Shetek Women."
Willmar Public Library
WILLMAR — The Willmar Library is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. The website is www.willmarpubliclibrary.org . Call 320-235-3162 . Curbside pickup available during regular hours. Programs are in-person in the library. Advance registration required for some events. The WiFi can be accessed 24/7 from a parked car in the lot behind the library or in front of the building using your library card or through Overdrive.
Brainfuse HelpNow: Free online tutoring service, grades K-12, one-to-one live homework help from online tutors between 2 and 11 p.m. daily; English or Spanish; math, science, English/language arts, social studies and reading assistance; app available for mobile.
Teen Summer Reading Program: June 5 through Aug. 31. Every five books read gets teens an entry toward a grand prize basket of choice as well as a spin of the prize wheel. At the end of the summer, one person will be drawn for each grand prize basket and whoever reads the most books will win a $50 Target gift certificate. Reading logs will become available starting June 5.
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Wisdom and Wine: Tickets are on sale through May for the Willmar Friends of the Library fundraiser set for the evening of June 8 at the Willmar Conference Center.
Little People storytime: Every Wednesday, 10 a.m., ages 0-3, no registration required.
Crafter Dark: May 24, 6 p.m. Bring in whatever project you are working on (diamond painting, knitting, drawing, etc.) and socialize with other crafters. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
ECFE at the Library: May 26, 10 a.m., ages 0-6, free, no registration necessary. Sing songs, read books, and make crafts with Willmar’s Early Childhood Family Education teacher.
Teen Book Club: May 26, 4 p.m., club discussion of this month’s book, no registration necessary, snacks and beverages provided.
Memorial Day: Library closed May 29.
Blood drive: May 30, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Register for a time slot in the Red Cross blood drive at redcrossblood.org .
Teen Gaming Club: June 9, 3:30 p.m., play games on our Xbox One or board and card games from our collection! Food and drink provided. Some games are rated 13+.
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Teen Iron Chef: June 10, 2 p.m., ages 12-18, advance registration is required. Compete to see who can make the best snack using the secret ingredient.
Teen Lit Loot: Sign up and you will receive a library book based on your interests and a bag of goodies to go with it. One per month and will need to re-register each month. June’s theme is day vs. night.
Teen take-and-make: June 5 opens for braided bookmark, and June 19 opens for house plant wall art. For ages 12-18, limit one per person as supplies are limited. Sign up on the library website..
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Willmar Community Center
WILLMAR — The Willmar Community Center has several events set. All events are free unless noted. The phone number is 320-262-5288 . For reservations, call or go online at willmarparksandrec.recdesk.com .
Willmar Area Senior Citizens Club: May 24, 2 p.m., $2, music by Terry Nelson.
Court whist tournament: May 25, 12:30 p.m., advance registration required, $2 entry fee.
Community Kitchen — Salsa with Homemade Chips: May 25, 4 p.m., $10. Register by May 23.
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Friday afternoon of dancing: May 26, 1 to 4 p.m., music by Jerry’s Band; $7 dancers, $2 listeners.
Willmar Area Senior Citizens Club: May 31, 2 p.m., $2, music by Cowboy Dave.
Friday afternoon of dancing: June 2, 1 to 4 p.m., music by Mike & Marie; $7 dancers, $2 listeners.
Aging Wisely: June 1, 1:30 p.m., MaryElin Macht from Lakeland Broadcasting will talk about what life is like in the radio business. For more information and to make a reservation, call Britta at 320-262-5288 by 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 31.
Veterans coffee social: June 5, 9:30 to 11 a.m., open to all veterans, police, fire and emergency medical services members.
Community crafts: June 6, 2 p.m., $20, all ages, advance registration required. Gazing ball: Create a stunning attraction to enjoy inside or out.
Willmar Area Senior Citizens Club: June 7, 2 p.m., $2, music by Jason Christianson.
Community Kitchen Kids: Three Thursdays from 3 to 5 p.m., June 8, July 6 and Aug. 3. Cost for all three is $34 or individual class is $14. Children ages 4-14 are invited to make fun summer snacks. They will learn simple measuring basics and safe treats to make at home. Three different snacks and recipes to take home.
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Drum circle: Every Wednesday, 5 to 6 p.m. Come learn fun rhythms and enjoy making beats with other musicians. All ages, abilities are welcome to this free event.
Weekly events: Chess club, Yahtzee, Farkle, Hand & Foot cards, cribbage, puzzle exchange, exercise classes, Jolly Twirlers square dance lessons and open woodshop including some evenings and Saturdays, contact Community Center for details and prices.
The Trust Project
