Join the Crookston Public Library in September for special events as part of the Lake Agassiz Regional Library’s Fall Arts and Cultural Heritage Series.
The first event will be a special presentation with Carrie Classon on Tuesday, September 8, at 2:00 p.m. at the library, located at 110 N. Ash Street. Classon is a nationally syndicated columnist of “The Postscript” (featured in over 100 newspapers weekly) and author of the breakout northern Minnesota novel, “Loon Point.” In this engaging theatrical presentation, Carrie explores how stories bring meaning to our lives and how the tales we tell can transform us in unexpected ways. Following the presentation, Carrie will host an open Q&A to answer your questions about writing, publishing, and the art of storytelling.
In addition to her presentation in Crookston, Classon will visit other libraries within the Lake Agassiz Regional Library system, including:
Bagley Public Library on Tuesday, September 8, at 6 p.m.
Ada Public Library on Wednesday, September 9, at 2 p.m.
Moorhead Public Library on Wednesday, September 9, at 6 p.m.
Frazee Library LINK Site on Thursday, September 10, at 3:30 p.m.
Lake Park City Hall Community Room, 2032 2nd St., Lake Park, MN (Hosted by the Lake Park Library LINK Site) on Thursday, September 10, at 7 p.m.
Detroit Lakes Public Library on Friday, September 11, at 1 p.m.
Hawley Public Library on Friday, September 11 at, 5 p.m.
The second event will be held on Thursday, September 17, at 2:00 p.m., when historian and storyteller Doug Ohman provides an exciting presentation celebrating 250 years of American history. As part of a five-day, eight-location tour across the region, this captivating program explores key national milestones while highlighting the notable events, figures, and contributions of Minnesotans who helped shape the nation’s story. Don’t miss this opportunity to reflect on our shared heritage and local connections to history!
Additional stops on the tour include:
Detroit Lakes Public Library on Monday, September 14, at 2:00 p.m.
Mahnomen Public Library on Monday, September 14, at 8:00 p.m.
McIntosh Public Library on Tuesday, September 15, at 2:00 p.m.
Fosston Public Library on Tuesday, September 15, at 6:00 p.m.
Fertile Public Library on Wednesday, September 16, at 7:00 p.m.
Climax Public Library on Thursday, September 17, at 7:00 p.m.
Moorhead Public Library on Friday, September 18, at 2:00 p.m.
These events are part of the Lake Agassiz Regional Library’s Fall Arts & Cultural Heritage Series, which kicked off on Tuesday, September 1. From captivating storytelling and live music to deep dives into Minnesota and US history, this season’s Legacy Series offers something special for everyone in the community. All events are free and open to the public, thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.
