Brainerd Public Library

Star Wars Read Day - What could be as powerful as the Force? The power of reading, of course. So it makes sense to have a day to celebrate both! Check out your favorite Star Wars book, a Star Wars activity sheet or see our display of Star Wars Books. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities |…

Make Spooky Slime-Monday, October 17 @ 3:30pm -Come and make some sticky and gross slime.  Yuck!  Just in time for Halloween.  For kids ages 8-12.  We’ll provide all the ingredients for some disgusting fun! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Monday, October 17 @ 6pm, Prairie Bay Restaurant, Baxter - Join the Friends of the Brainerd Public Library for a book discussion, great food, and a beer special. Please RSVP here. For a copy of the book, The Martian by Andrew Weir, call the library. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, we have the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed. All classes taught using computers equipped with Windows…

Family Movie Time at the Brainerd Library Join us for a movie every Wednesday at 3:30pm. Today we will be showing Hotel Transylvania.  View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Magic Show - Spend the day off of school watching magic. Robert the Magician will perform amazing tricks and surprises you won’t want to miss. A great family event! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Spooky Terrariums-Teen Event-Monday, October 24 @ 3:30pm - Halloween is coming and we know this will be fun.  Make Spooky Terrariums to share with everyone!  Add a crow, a bat, a pinch of sparkles or two.  Or some cobwebs and a spider or maybe a witch’s shoe?  All tweens and teens welcome. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities…

Family Movie Time at the Brainerd Library Join us for a movie every Wednesday at 3:30pm. Today we will be showing Dog Who Saved Halloween.  View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, we have the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed. All classes taught using computers equipped with Windows…

Monday, October 31, 10:00am-4:00pm - Share your Halloween "spirit" by taking part in our blood drive. Call to reserve an appointment time: 218-829-5574. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Join us for a family movie at the Brainerd Public Library every Wednesday at 3:30pm. Today we will be showing: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, we have the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed. All classes taught using computers equipped with Windows…

If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, we have the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed. All classes taught using computers equipped with Windows…

Join the Friends of the Brainerd Public Library to meet Donna Salli, author of the new novel, A Notion of Pelicans. Read more about the book here. This popular series will continue the first Monday of every month! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Fact or Fiction: Garden Myths Meet Research-based Science Master Gardener Jackie Burkey goes over some common garden practices you may have learned from Grandma, Pinterest or other sources to see if science supports the claims. Registration requested by calling the library: 218-829-5574. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Join us for a discussion of Solar by Ian McEwan. The best work of a Nobel prize-winning physicist (and compulsive overeater) may be behind him. His fifth marriage is floundering. A freak accident brings an opportunity to solve his personal and professional problems, as well as save the world from environmental disaster. Read more about the book here. Call the library…

Join us for a family movie at the Brainerd Public Library every Wednesday at 3:30pm. Today we will be showing: Ice Age Five: Collision Course. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

This month’s crafter, Barb Beck of Pine River, will teach us how to make decorative paper from scraps--perfect for bookmarks, cards or other uses. Please call the library to register at 218-829-5574.  Others are welcome to drop in to color or work on your own crafts. A variety of materials will be provided by the Friends of the…

If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, we have the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed. All classes taught using computers equipped with Windows…

Join us for a family movie at the Brainerd Public Library every Wednesday at 3:30pm. Today we will be showing: Despicable Me 2. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

It can be difficult maintaining a healthy lifestyle during holidays, vacations, and special events. Strategies are suggested for anticipating the event, avoiding or reducing stress, building in ways to be active, and preparing for the personality and habits of friends and family. Participants are encouraged to examine priorities and think about ways to make time…

Imagination Mondays - Gumdrop Turkeys - Monday November 21 @ 3pm - How many gumdrops can you put on a turkey before it falls over? Use your math skills and see if you can keep your turkey on its feet. Gobble up your creation when you're done. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book…

Monday, November 21 @ 6pm, Prairie Bay Restaurant, Baxter - Join the Friends of the Brainerd Public Library for a book discussion, great food, and a beer special. Please RSVP here. For a copy of the book, The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown, call the library. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Join us for a family movie at the Brainerd Public Library every Wednesday at 3:30pm. Today we will be showing: Zootopia. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Monday, December 5 will be Brainerd Public Library's Holiday Open House featuring caroling, author talks, treats and more! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

An Invitation to the Garden: Creating the Perfect Setting for Outdoor Entertaining - When planning an outdoor wedding, groom's dinner, anniversary party, family reunion, graduation party, or other big event, you want the gardens surrounding the important occasion to look their best. In addition to getting the lawns ready, protecting the landscape from deer, and other…

Join us for a discussion of The Readers of Broken Wheel Recommend by Katarina Bivald. This poignant fish-out-of-water story introduces us to Sara, who's traveled from Sweden to Broken Wheel, Iowa to meet her pen pal. Read more about the book here. Stop in to the library to pick up a copy. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd…

If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, we have the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed. All classes taught using computers equipped with Windows…

Books Burgers and Brews book club meets January 16, 6-8 pm at Prairie Bay in Baxter. We will be reading The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins. Check out this page for details, or like us on Facebook. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, we have the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed. All classes taught using computers equipped with Windows…

If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, we have the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed. All classes taught using computers equipped with Windows…

Books Burgers and Brews book club meets February 20, 6-8 pm at Prairie Bay in Baxter. We will be reading The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens. Check out this page for details and to RSVP. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

*****Note the switch to the SECOND Monday, January 8!***** The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library are excited to partner with Prairie Bay and introduce our latest endeavor, Books Burgers and Brews. This will take place on 3rd Mondays at Prairie Bay. Join us and enjoy great discussion accompanied by delicious and affordable food and…

The Brainerd Public Library will be holding Genealogy Workshops on Tuesday, May 1, 2018. The genealogy workshops will include three different classes scheduled at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Participants can register by calling the library at 218-829-5574 or by visiting: https://tinyurl.com/bplmayclass. All of the classes will be taught by genealogist Rick Crume. The…

Join us for a casual movie time for all ages, shown on our big screen! Bring your own snacks, we provide the movie and carpet squares (chairs are set up in the back for grown-ups). No registration necessary! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library are excited to partner with Prairie Bay and introduce our latest endeavor, Books Burgers and Brews. This will take place on 3rd Mondays at Prairie Bay. Join us and enjoy great discussion accompanied by delicious and affordable food and drink specials created just for us by the chef!…

**Copies of the book are now available to pick up at the library's front desk** The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library are excited to partner with Prairie Bay and introduce our latest endeavor, Books Burgers and Brews. This will take place on 3rd Mondays at Prairie Bay. Join us and enjoy great discussion accompanied…

World of Wildlife Our Earth is home to some amazing animals! While meeting a variety of animals from around the world, you will investigate habitats, adaptations, and common threats to wildlife, along with how you can help protect these incredible creatures and the places they call home. Everyone will enjoy this interactive program and come…

Zorongo will perform their beloved children's puppet show - "Tra Ti Ti Tran Tran Toro." Choreographed and directed by Ms. di Palma, this flamenco puppet show is one-of-a-kind. This story of Olie Olson a Minnesota farmer, and the glamorous flamenco dancer Carmencita and her pet bull Torito, are brought to life by the flamenco dancers,…

Please register to give blood at the American Red Cross Blood Drive hosted by the Brainerd Public Library on Halloween - Oct 31. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/yc83ogpj View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

The Brainerd Public Library will host guitarist and songwriter Briand Morrison Tuesday, November 6, at 6 p.m. for “Musical Impressions: The Art of George Morrison.” Briand has composed music to accompany his father's art. The multimedia performance is a visual sequence of George Morrison images accompanied by original jazz guitar compositions (as seen on the…

The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library are excited to partner with Prairie Bay and introduce our latest endeavor, Books Burgers and Brews. This will take place on 3rd Mondays at Prairie Bay. Join us and enjoy great discussion accompanied by delicious and affordable food and drink specials created just for us by the chef!…

Join us for a great evening of stories and songs with Santa himself! He'll read to us, then hear your requests and pose for pictures--so bring your camera. All are welcome, and be sure to come early for a good spot! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library are excited to partner with Prairie Bay and introduce our latest endeavor, Books Burgers and Brews. This will take place on 3rd Mondays at Prairie Bay. Join us and enjoy great discussion accompanied by delicious and affordable food and drink specials created just for us by the chef!…

Kids and all those young at heart: join us at the library to countdown to NOON on New Year's Eve! We'll have dancing, crafts, and 5-4-3-2-1-FUN! Doors open at 11am, all are welcome (crafts and dancing will be geared towards those 7 and younger). View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Come join the growing Brainerd Lakes Area Children's Museum for our first open play time of the new year! We will have various hands-on exhibits, STEM, imaginative play, and gross-motor items and exhibits for young children to explore. This event is great for toddlers though early elementary aged children. No registration or fee required to…

The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library are now bringing acclaimed authors to the Brainerd Public Library on Mondays at 12:00 noon to speak about their latest work and the craft of writing. These events give local book lovers a chance to connect with up-and-coming and award-winning authors from around the Midwest. All presentations begin…

Houseplants reduce or eliminate toxins from the air. This seminar will present some of the results of the NASA research, common toxins in the home and top houseplants most effective for reducing toxins and how to care for indoor plants. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Read a fun book together as a family, then join us for a discussion! Book selections are aimed at kids ages 8-12 and their grown-ups. Stop by the library's front desk to pick up a copy of the book. No need to register, just come and have fun! January's book is "Diary of a Wimpy…

The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library are excited to partner with Prairie Bay and introduce our latest endeavor, Books Burgers and Brews. This will take place on 3rd Mondays at Prairie Bay. Join us and enjoy great discussion accompanied by delicious and affordable food and drink specials created just for us by the chef!…

The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library are now bringing acclaimed authors to the Brainerd Public Library on Mondays at 12:00 noon to speak about their latest work and the craft of writing. These events give local book lovers a chance to connect with up-and-coming and award-winning authors from around the Midwest. All presentations begin…

Traditionally a cottage garden has an informal appearance, contains old-fashioned flowers and is located close to the house. In this presentation cottage garden design principles and zone 3 plants suitable for gardening will be highlighted. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library are excited to partner with Prairie Bay and introduce our latest endeavor, Books Burgers and Brews. This will take place on 3rd Mondays at Prairie Bay. Join us and enjoy great discussion accompanied by delicious and affordable food and drink specials created just for us by the chef!…

Join us at the Brainerd Public Library for a fun, Scandinavian Fiddling program with local artist and craftsman Paul Wilson. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

A cutting garden produces a bounty of flowers all season long to harvest and use in floral arrangements. Presentation will include choosing the right plants to grow, techniques for a better flower production, and how to care for cut flowers. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Join us for Brainerd Library's Eighth Annual Genealogy Conference! Our speaker this year is Paula Stuart-Warren, who will present sessions on genealogy fundamentals and organizing your research materials. See the event description for more detail. Registration is required for this free conference. There will be a break for lunch, during which attendees may bring their…

The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library are excited to partner with Prairie Bay and introduce our latest endeavor, Books Burgers and Brews. This will take place on 3rd Mondays at Prairie Bay. Join us and enjoy great discussion accompanied by delicious and affordable food and drink specials created just for us by the chef!…

Come to the library and meet award-winning Minnesota author Allen Eskens to hear him speak on his new book, "The Shadows We Hide," a sequel to his highly popular novel "The Life We Bury." This free event is made possible by the Minnesota Legacy Amendment which designates monies for the enrichment of the state's arts…

Join the Friends of the Brainerd Public Library for their annual Summer Brown Bag Lunch Author Series! All events are free and open to the public, and take place at the Brainerd Public Library at 12 noon on Mondays. Summer schedule: June 3: Lorna Landvik, "Chronicles of a Radical Hag: With Recipes" View more Brainerd MN Events…

Join the Friends of the Brainerd Public Library for their annual Summer Brown Bag Lunch Author Series! All events are free and open to the public, and take place at the Brainerd Public Library at 12 noon on Mondays. Summer schedule: June 3: Lorna Landvik, "Chronicles of a Radical Hag: With Recipes" June 10: Martin…

Join the Friends of the Brainerd Public Library for their annual Summer Brown Bag Lunch Author Series! All events are free and open to the public, and take place at the Brainerd Public Library at 12 noon on Mondays. Summer schedule: June 3: Lorna Landvik, "Chronicles of a Radical Hag: With Recipes" June 10: Martin…

The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library are excited to partner with Prairie Bay and introduce our latest endeavor, Books Burgers and Brews. This will take place on 3rd Mondays at Prairie Bay. Join us and enjoy great discussion accompanied by delicious and affordable food and drink specials created just for us by the chef!…

Join the Daughters of the American Revolution for a fun storytime filled with stories, songs, and crafts! Every third Wednesday of the month at 10:30am. All ages welcome! Sign up for free at the "Tickets" link. TICKETS View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Join Ralph for an afternoon of fun and music for the whole family! All ages welcome, no registration necessary. This program is funded in whole or part by the Minnesota Legacy Amendment, voted for by the people of Minnesota in November, 2008. One of the best parts about Ralph's World is sharing the fun and…

Join the Friends of the Brainerd Public Library for their annual Summer Brown Bag Lunch Author Series! All events are free and open to the public, and take place at the Brainerd Public Library at 12 noon on Mondays. Summer schedule: June 3: Lorna Landvik, "Chronicles of a Radical Hag: With Recipes" June 10: Martin…

Create a fabric collage of your favorite living things, and have it displayed in the library's art gallery this summer! Open to ages 7-12, registration required by going to the "Tickets" link or calling the library at 218-829-5574. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

You can never have enough bookmarks! Draw and burn your own unique design on a giant popsicle stick. Ages 12-17, no registration necessary. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Plan a fun evening with your Friends for a good cause! Join us at Sherwood Forest on July 10th from 5 to 7 pm. For a $15 donation to the Friends, enjoy light appetizers and wine tasting provided by Cash Wise Liquor in Baxter. Giveaways as well! RSVPs a must! Use the link below or…

Gather your friends to watch the newly released 'Captain Marvel' on the library's big TV. Snacks provided! Ages 12-18, no registration necessary. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library are excited to partner with Prairie Bay and introduce our latest endeavor, Books Burgers and Brews. This will take place on 3rd Mondays at Prairie Bay. Join us and enjoy great discussion accompanied by delicious and affordable food and drink specials created just for us by the chef!…

Celebrate your reading accomplishments with a pizza party including games and prizes! Open to everyone ages 12-18, no registration necessary. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Join the Friends of the Brainerd Public Library for their annual Summer Brown Bag Lunch Author Series! All events are free and open to the public, and take place at the Brainerd Public Library at 12 noon on Mondays. Summer schedule: June 3: Lorna Landvik, "Chronicles of a Radical Hag: With Recipes" June 10: Martin…

Build a robot out of LEGOs, then learn how to code commands for it! Ages 7 and up, limit 15. Register online by clicking the Tickets link. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

The mini steamroller is back! Come make your very own unique art print at the Steamroller Art program. ArtOrg is bringing a mini steamroller to help you create a unique piece of art to take home with you. First, you’ll check in, get your materials, then sit down under the tent to create your “stamp”…

This annual kick-off event does not include a book discussion, but we will instead hear from award-winning Penguin Random House rep Jason Gobble about our potential book selections for 2019-2020, and YOU will cast your vote to decide what we read! Plus, prize drawings and an incredible menu made just for us by the chefs…

We will have out Spheros, Makey Makey, LEGO WeDo 2.0, Ozobots, 3D pens, and more! Stay for the whole time or just part of it. Ages 7 and up, limit 15. Register online or call the library at 218-829-5574. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Brown Bag Author Gunflint Burning Cary J. Griffith Monday, January 6 @ 12:00 Noon Join the Friends of the Brainerd Public Library for a talk with Cary J. Griffith about his book Gunflint Burning. No registration necessary, just bring a sack lunch or enjoy the light refreshments provided. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd…

  Adult Book Club A Fall of Marigolds Susan Meissner Wednesday, January 8 @ 1:00 pm A beautiful scarf connects two women touched by tragedy in this compelling, emotional novel. Jumping between 1911 and 2011, chance encounters open these characters' eyes to the larger forces at work in their lives. Stop into the library to…

Gardening Program Indoor Gardening: House Plants Tuesday, January 14 @ 12 Noon Improve your indoor green thumb with this look at how to care for your houseplants. Learn what your indoor plants do and don't need, some common problems, and the best way to root cuttings. Ignore winter and green up your surroundings. See the…

Books, Burgers, and Brews A Gentleman in Moscow Amor Towles Monday, January 20 @ 6 pm Books, Burgers & Brews will meet Monday, January 20, 2020, at 6 pm at Prairie Bay Grill for our next book discussion of A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles and enjoy a custom food and drink menu created…

Join us for our new non-traditional book club, Books and Brownies, for kids ages 7-12, who love to read! This month, read a book about a holiday you do not celebrate. Registration requested online or by calling: 218-829-5574. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

The Friends of the Brainerd Public Library are excited to partner with Prairie Bay and introduce our latest endeavor, Books Burgers and Brews. This will take place on 3rd Mondays at Prairie Bay. Join us and enjoy great discussion accompanied by delicious and affordable food and drink specials created just for us by the chef!…

Brainerd Book Club The Line Becomes a River Francisco Cantu ONLINE Wednesday, July 8 @ 1pm The Brainerd Book Club will meet online via Zoom on Wednesday, July 8, 2020, at 1 pm for our next book discussion of The Line Becomes a River by Francisco Cantu. Register here to get the link to join…

Crow Wing Master Gardeners VIRTUAL Gardening Class via Zoom  Daylilies: Delightful and Diverse - Tuesday, July 14 @ 12 noon Hemerocallis (daylily) just may be the perfect perennial. They come in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. They are adaptable, easy to grow and relatively disease and pest free. Information on the various flower…

Books, Burgers, and Brews Evvie Drake Starts Over Linda Holmes ONLINE Monday, July 20 @ 6 pm Books, Burgers & Brews will meet Monday, July 20, 2020, at 6 pm on Facebook Live for our next book discussion of Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes. Visit the BBB Facebook page to join us for…

Books and Brownies Book Club on Zoom - Tuesday, July 21 @ 4pm A book club just for kids age 7-12 who love reading! Join us this month via Zoom to discuss a book you've read. This month we will discuss books about **************************************. Pre-register at this page to get the information for the Zoom…

Please join the Friends of the Brainerd Public Library LIVE via their Facebook page for a talk with author Brian Freeman about his new book Infinite. "One rainy night, the unthinkable happens: Dylan Moran's car plunges off the road into a raging river, his beautiful wife drowning as he struggles to shore. In the aftermath,…

Please join us via Zoom for Miniature Gardens with Master Gardener Jennifer Knutson. Enter the magical world of miniature gardens! Ideas will be presented on how to design a terrarium, dish garden, and outdoor miniature garden. Create a charming, whimsical miniature landscape using dwarf plants and accessories. Creative ideas on how to accessorize with items…

The Brainerd Book Club will meet online via Zoom on Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at 1 pm for our next book discussion of Still Life by Louise Penny. The first book in the critically acclaimed mystery series introduces us to Chief Inspector Gamache and focuses on the death of a Three Pines local. Call the…

Join us via Zoom on Thursday, March 11, 2021, at 6 pm for a virtual book discussion of This Tender Land with author William Kent Krueger. "A magnificent novel about four orphans on a life-changing odyssey during the Great Depression, from the bestselling author of Ordinary Grace." To register, click the link below or call…

Books, Burgers & Brews will meet Monday, March 15, 2021, at 6 pm via Zoom for our next book discussion of Whisper Network by Chandler Baker. Copies of this book are available to request for curbside pickup by appointment. No library card needed. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

The Brainerd Book Club will host a special bonus book club online via Zoom on Wednesday, April 21, 2021, at 1 pm to discuss the book So You Want To Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo. You can request a copy for a curbside pickup appointment anytime by calling the library at 218-829-5574. If you…

Readers ages 18+ are invited to join the library's winter reading program, Snow Time to Read! The program is virtual once again, so you can use Beanstack to log your reads from anywhere, and the Beanstack app is available for download to your devices. Visit our site to sign up and get started reading, then log the books…

Please join us via Zoom on Tuesday, February 8, at 12:00 pm, for Raised Bed Gardening Dymystified with Master Gardener Dan Lee. Raised Beds: What are they, what do they do, are they worth the effort? Learn raised bed garden basics including tips on location, design, and building. The only limit is your creativity. Register for this free class…

Please join the Friends of the Brainerd Public Library LIVE via their Facebook page for a talk with author Phil Hunsicker about his new book The Old Crocodile Man Theory. In a story where a giggle is never far from a gasp, Kael Husker travels from Southeast Alaska to the Central African Republic to discover how a friend…

The Brainerd Book Club will meet on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at 1 pm on Zoom for our next book discussion: The Farm by Joanne Ramos. Nestled in New York’s Hudson Valley is a luxury retreat boasting every amenity, and all of it for free. In fact, you’re paid big money to stay here—more than you’ve ever dreamed…