Wednesday Morning Book Club
Wednesdays, June 11 & Aug. 13, 10-11 a.m. at Rogers Library
Books can be picked up at the information desk four to six weeks before each discussion. Large print and audiobooks can be requested through the library catalog. Everyone welcome!

June 11: "Number One Ladies' Detective Agency" by Alexander McCall Smith
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rogers Library.

I Like Pancakes! Songs and Games with Ross Sutter
Thursday, June 12, 2 p.m. at Rogers Library
For kids entering K-grade 3. Clap your hands, stomp your feet and get moving to the beat as Ross Sutter sings songs about favorite foods. You'll have a chance to try out different rhythm instruments. Space is limited. Free passes are required to attend and will be available at the library 30 minutes before the program begins.

LEGO® Mania!
Tuesday, June 17, 2 p.m. at Rogers Library
For kids entering grade 1 and up. Take the LEGO challenge! Get together with your friends and build wild creations beyond your imagination! Parents and caregivers are welcome to observe and participate.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rogers Library.

Art Out of the Box: Art Zoo
Wednesday, June 18, 10:30 a.m. at Rogers Library
Registration begins May 22; limit 20. For kids entering grades 2-5. Explore the animal kingdom through the eyes of an artist. Begin your own animal journals with sketches of two Chinese T'ang Dynasty clay camels from the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. Learn basic techniques for drawing quadrupeds, or four-legged animals, while walking through the history of the Silk Road.
Funded by grants and gifts to the Library Foundation of Hennepin County. Sponsored by the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.

Girls Only Book Club
Thursdays, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21; 3 p.m. at Rogers Library
Registration begins May 22; limit 10. For girls entering grades 4-6. Join other girls to talk about a great book! Pick up a copy of the book at the information desk.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rogers Library.

Talk About Turtles!
Saturday, June 21, 10:30 a.m. at Rogers Library
For kids in preschool and up. Count, identify and learn about painted, box, snapping and the rare Blandings turtle! Lake Maria State Park manager will bring these live turtles for the program and return them to their homes afterward.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rogers Library.

Improv Workshop
Mondays, June 23, Aug. 4; 6:30-7:45 p.m. at Rogers Library
Registration begins May 22. For teens entering grade 6 and up. Have fun learning to think on your feet -- creating, improvising and performing on stage or for your friends. No experience necessary. Bring a friend or make some new ones!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rogers Library.

Drawing with Dr. Seuss
Tuesday, June 24, 10:30 a.m. at Rogers Library
Registration begins May 22; limit 10. For kids entering grade 2 and up. The doctor is in! Using the stories and imaginative illustrations by Dr. Seuss as inspiration, create your own characters and extraordinary environments.
Sponsored by the Metropolitan Library Service Agency (MELSA).

Sisters Connect Adult Discussion Group
Thursdays, June 26, July 31, Aug. 28, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Rogers Library
Do you enjoy stimulating conversation? Topics for this adult women's discussion group vary from month to month and are guaranteed to energize and enhance your life! Facilitated by Erica Darby, Friends president.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rogers Library.

Paws to Read
Saturday, June 28, noon at Rogers Library
Registration begins May 22; limit 12. For kids entering K-grade 6. Certified volunteers help put young readers at ease so they can cuddle up with a dog or other animal and practice reading aloud. Call ahead to find out what types of animals will be visiting.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rogers Library; Sponsored by the Animal Humane Society of Golden Valley.