Come to the library for a weekly toddler playdate. We will have toys set out for kids to play with while parents and caregivers get a chance to socialize. This is not a librarian run program, but it is a time for caregivers and kids to enjoy some scheduled playtime in the library.
Church Women United World Community Day 2023 will be held at the Methodist Family Life Center in Emmetsburg. Theme for 2023 is Living a Legacy of Love: Doing God’s Work. Attendees should bring water-proof mittens, gloves, hats and socks for Upper Des Moines Opportunity. Point of contact, Ellen Picray 712-298-0481.
Pokémon Club meets at the Emmetsburg Public Library, Room 14, every Friday. The club's main focus will be learning and playing the Pokémon Trading Card game, but all Pokémon activities are encouraged. Expect treats, prizes, and crafts with each week offering something different. There is no cost, and you do not need to sign up […]
As part of the International Games Month programming, the library will be offering a series of trading card game demos immediately following Pokémon Club. This week, the Digimon Card Game will be featured. Like Pokémon, Digimon are creatures that come in a wide array of shapes and sizes that evolve into other monsters. That is […]
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2023 Craft & Vendor Expo held at The Shores at Five Island (formerly the Holiday Expo at the VFW). Admission is free and the Dockside Lounge at The Shores will have food and drink special throughout the day.
International Games Month continues at the library during this regular, twice-monthly board game program. The Stonemaier Games theme continues with another of their offerings, Tapestry, a game where you can lead a unique civilization to greatness through cultural and technological advances. Ages 12 and up. Light refreshments will be provided.
Emmetsburg Knights of Columbus #936 Annual Harvest Dinner serving Turkey with all the Fixin’s, Pie and Beverage at the Holy Family Parish Center. Adult Ticket/Donation is $12 and 6-12 years $5, and children 5 years and under are free.
The Wellness Center is joining the fun along with the libraries for International Games Month! This week, a Pickleball tournament will run all week. Be sure to inquire at the desk about being paired up with an opponent and other tournament information. This event is open to the public free of charge.
Join the children's librarian in Room 10 (Community Room), for a beloved storybook. Bring your preschool-aged children to the library for a half-hour of books, stories and crafts. No registration required. Contact the library for title information. For children aged three to five and their caregivers.
The community is invited to play bingo with the Horizons Members at the Family Life Center every Monday at 1:30 PM.
Dementia support group presented by Cari Jack, Care Transition Coordinator for St. Croix Hospice, at Grace Estates at Lakeside. No need to RSVP. For more information, call 712-363-9897. Ask questions and learn how to care for your loved one with dementia.
