Dakota Times

Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Road N.,  Forest Lake, will have feature these events in March. 

The library's telephone number is 651-275-7300.

The Science Behind Keeping Our Lakes Healthy

Thursday, March 2, 3 - 5 p.m.Join water monitoring experts from the Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District to learn about the current health of county lakes, the factors used to determine that health rating, and the citizen science programs available to residents. Registration is required. Register in person, online, or by calling 651-275-7300.

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, March 7, 10 - 10:30 a.m.Use stories, songs, fingerplays and more to encourage language development and early literacy skills. For children ages 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers. Registration is not required.

Internet Basics 

Tuesday, March 14, 1 - 2:30 p.m. Join us at this workshop to practice navigating browsers, search engines, and websites. Limited laptops will be available for use during the workshop or bring your own device to follow along. Registration is not required.

Clover Bee Farms Presents: Meet a Local Farmer

Saturday, March 18, 11 a.m. - noonMeet a farmer and learn what it takes to produce all the lovely produce you see at your local farmer's market. You'll learn what it's like to be a farmer, and some techniques you can use in your own garden. Registration is not required.

Virtual: Setting Up a Small Business Website and Blog 

 Tuesday, March 21, 1 - 2 p.m.Get started with your new small business website or blog. Learn how to register your new business, discuss blog/website hosting options, and discuss the software necessary to run the site successfully. This online workshop will be presented by Keer Keer Creative. Registration is required. Register in person, online, or by calling 651-275-7300.

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, March 28, 10 - 10:30 a.m. Use stories, songs, fingerplays and more to encourage language development and early literacy skills. For children ages 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers. Registration is not required. 

Virtual: Make the Most of Google Drive & Docs

Tuesday, March 28, 1 to 2 p.m. Explore the basic functionality of Gmail, Google Drive, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Calendar, Tasks and Maps. This online workshop will be presented by Keer Keer Creative. Registration is required. Register in person, online, or by calling 651-275-7300.

FAFSA Application Workshop

Wednesday, March 29, 6 to 8 p.m.

Learn about federal student aid how to complete your FAFSA application. It is recommended to bring your federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other required forms. This free workshop is for students and families who are filling out the FAFSA forms for the upcoming year. Registration is required and guarantees access to a computer. Register in person, online, or by calling 651-275-7300.

Find more information about the Library, calendars and registration on the Library website.

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