All library Legacy programs are free and open to the public.
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Calendar of Events
Arts, History, and Cultural Programs in Viking Library System
These projects were funded in part or in whole with monies from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage fund.
February
Photo Exhibit: “Earth Views from Space: Photos by Karen Nyberg”
During her second mission on the International Space Station in 2013, astronaut and Vining native Karen Nyberg took dozens of photos of earth from her unusual vantage point, posting the images on her Facebook page. Photographer Dan Broten selected several pictures to mount on canvas to create a dazzling exhibit.
Exhibit on loan from the Henning Landmark Center.
Through-February 27
During gallery hours New York Mills Cultural Center
24 North Main Avenue, New York Mills
218.385.3339
Curator Talk: “Earth Views from Space: Photos by Karen Nyberg”
Dan Broten discusses the making of the exhibit from photo selection to production process – as well as his enthusiasm for the history of space exploration.
Wednesday, February 5
5:30 pm New York Mills Cultural Center
24 North Main Avenue, New York Mills
218.385.3339
Accordion Bookmaking: Kaddatz Adult Art Class Series
Minnesota artist Georgia A. Greeley teaches the accordion bookmaking process as participants make their own handmade book. In addition, Greely is creating a community quilt book, which students will contribute to.
For adults, ages 18 and up.
Thursday, February 20
6:00-7:00 pm - or -
7:00-8:00 pm Fergus Falls Public Library
218.739.9387
Pick one of two sessions. Space is limited and registration is required. Contact the library for more information.
Space Station: Film Screening
Released in 2004, the documentary film explores the building of the International Space Station and features some of the activities of astronauts and cosmonauts in the early years of this international effort.
Thursday, February 20
7:00 pm New York Mills Cultural Center
24 North Main Avenue, New York Mills
218.385.2436 (New York Mills Public Library)
Registration is encouraged. Please contact New York Mills Public Library. by contacting the library.
Photo Exhibit: “Earth Views from Space: Photos by Karen Nyberg”
During her second mission on the International Space Station in 2013, astronaut and Vining native Karen Nyberg took dozens of photos of earth from her unusual vantage point, posting the images on her Facebook page. Photographer Dan Broten selected several pictures to mount on canvas to create a dazzling exhibit.
Exhibit on loan from the Henning Landmark Center.
February 29-April 28
During library hours Douglas County Library in Alexandria
320.762.3014
March
America’s First Ladies
Photographer and storyteller Doug Ohman shares intriguing stories, photographs, and forgotten memories about many of the United States’ best loved First Ladies.
Monday, March 23
1:30 pm Douglas County Library in Alexandria
320.762.3014
6:30 pm Perham Area Public Library
218.346.4892
Tuesday, March 24
1:30 pm Browns Valley Public Library
320.695.2318
Wednesday, March 25
6:00 pm Fergus Falls Public Library
218.739.9387
Curator Talk: “Earth Views from Space: Photos by Karen Nyberg”
Dan Broten discusses the making of the exhibit from photo selection to production process – as well as his enthusiasm for the history of space exploration.
Wednesday, March 25
6:00 pm Douglas County Library in Alexandria
320.762.3014
America’s First Ladies
Photographer and storyteller Doug Ohman shares intriguing stories, photographs, and forgotten memories about many of the United States’ best loved First Ladies.
Thursday, March 26
10:30 am Wheaton Community Library
320.563.8487
6:00 pm Thorson Memorial Library in Elbow Lake
218.685.6850
April
“Beads on One String” Music Concert
Through engaging music based on his children’s picture book, Minnesota musician Dennis Warner encourages his listeners to ponder how “We are more alike than we are different.”
Thursday, April 23
10:30 am Pearson Elementary School, Wheaton
320.563.8487 (Wheaton Community Library)
1:30 pm Browns Valley Public Library
320.695.2318
June
"Sherlock Holmes Takes the Case" with Traveling Lantern Theatre Company
The brilliant scientist and criminologist, Mr. Sherlock Holmes, is searching for a hidden clue to a secret entrance where the crown jewels are safely stowed from Holmes’ arch rival: the brilliant but devilish Dr. Moriarty. The audience provides help to Dr. Watson (played by a child volunteer) and Holmes to crack the case.
Monday, June 15
10:30 am Wheaton Community Library
320.563.8487
1:30 pm Browns Valley Public Library
320.695.2318
The Jolly Pops: Musical Trio
The Jolly Pops combine upbeat, original music with a host of children’s standards for a family concert to please kids and adults alike. The Happy Dads and their puppet friends sing about alligator dancing, popsicles, trains, pet dinosaurs – and everything in between.
Monday, June 22
10:30 am Morris Public Library
320.589.1634
2:00 pm Browns Valley Public Library
320.695.2318
6:30 pm Fergus Falls Public Library
218.739.9387
Tuesday, June 23
10:30 am Wheaton Community Library
320.563.8487
2:00 pm Glenwood Public Library
320.634.3375
5:00 pm Hancock Community Library
320.392.5666
Wednesday, June 24
10:30 am Pelican Rapids Public Library
218.863.7055
3:00 pm New York Mills City Ballroom
28 Centennial 84 Drive
218.385.2436 (New York Mills Public Library)
7:00 pm Henning Landmark Center
415 Douglas Avenue, Henning
218.548.5760
Co-sponsored by the Henning Landmark Center
Thursday, June 25
10:30 am Douglas County Library in Alexandria
320.762.3014
2:00 pm Perham Area Public Library
218.346.4892
6:30 pm Thorson Memorial Library in Elbow Lake
218.685.6850
Friday, June 26
10:00 am Evansville Care Center
649 State Street NW
218.948.2219
Co-sponsored by the Evansville Care Campus
7:00 pm Evansville Art Center
111 Main Street
218.948.2787
Co-sponsored by the Evansville Arts Coalition
July
They Chose Minnesota
Photographer and storyteller Doug Ohman highlights the personal stories and history from many immigrant groups that chose to make Minnesota their home.
Monday, July 13
6:00 pm Douglas County Library in Alexandria
320.762.3014
Tuesday, July 14
10:30 am Wheaton Community Library
320.563.8487
6:00 pm Fergus Falls Public Library
218.739.9387
Wednesday, July 15
10:30 am Pelican Rapids Public Library
218.863.7055
6:30 pm Perham Area Public Library
218.346.4892
Thursday, July 16
6:00 pm Thorson Memorial Library in Elbow Lake
218.685.6850
Updated February 14, 2020
