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WE'RE OPEN

All three branches of the Duluth Public Library have reopened to the public. Come visit us today!

SIGN UP FOR OUR SUMMER READING PROGRAM

Would you like to challenge yourself to read more this summer? ...or motivate your kids to read more this summer? Our Summer Reading Program includes reading challenges for all ages.

Kids, read 20 hours and win a FREE book of your choice! (for babies thru teens)
Adults, take our Summer Reading Challenge! Read 75 hours for a chance to win a $75 gift certificate from Zenith Bookstore.
Everyone, log your reading hours for chances to win a range of fantastic prizes, including Barnes & Nobles gift certificates, art supplies and toys.

CHECK OUT OUR UPDATED ADULT COLLECTIONS

We took advantage of our closure to move and weed our Main Library adult collections. This was a massive undertaking. If you have not yet visited, stop by the Main Library today.

Your One-Stop Shop!

Fiction & nonfiction in one place.
Adult librarians & staff readily accessible.
New self-checkout station.

This is the first step in repurposing space throughout the Main Library to better serve our patrons.

CITY SOUNDS CONCERT SERIES

Thursdays at 6pm | July 15 - August 12

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Our CITY SOUNDS big band concert series held each Thursday evening at 6pm on the Duluth Public Library’s plaza. We have a fantastic line-up of bands performing.

CITY SOUNDS CONCERTS

7/15 - Windjammers
7/22 - Duluth Symphonic Winds Community Band
7/29 - Blue Water Big Band
8/5 - Big Time Jazz Orchestra
8/12 - North Shore Big Band

KATHY'S PICK

Death at the Crystal Palace by Jennifer Ashley

"Intrepid cook Kat Holloway puts aside her apron to delve into Victorian London's high society and catch a killer in this latest title in the 'Below Stairs Mystery' series."

WATER BALLOON MANIA FOR TEENS

July 21st | 2:30-4:00pm

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Water balloons, prizes and food at the Main Library plaza! Come prepared to get wet and win some fun stuff, including books, gift cards and more. WATER BALLOON MANIA is for teens entering grades 6-12.

SARAH'S PICK

Instructions for Dancing by Nicola Yoon

"Girl with the worst psychic power -- she can see the beginning and end of people's relationships -- meets boy who will say yes to anything. Can they rumba, waltz and foxtrot to love?"

KALEIDOSCOPE PERFORMANCES

Tuesdays at 10:30am and 1:30pm | July 13-August 3

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KALEIDOSCOPE performances for kids: Tuesdays at 10:30am and 1:30pm on the Main Library plaza. Each show lasts ~45 minutes. This year’s performances include magic shows, juggling acts and dance parties.

KALEIDOSCOPE PERFORMANCES

7/13 - The Circus Science Spectacular
7/20 - Tuey & Juggling Skills
7/27 - The Dollipops
8/3 - Brodini Comedy Magic Show

BAILEY'S PICK

Ahmed Aziz's Epic Year by Nina Hamza

"Ahmed Aziz's life changes when his father gets sick and his family moves from Hawaii to Minnesota to get treatment. Follow along as Ahmed struggles with what he calls 'an epically bad year.'"

STORYTIME AT THE PARK

Mondays at 9:30am | June 14 - August 23

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Our brand new STORYTIME AT THE PARK series. STORYTIME AT THE PARK events take place on Mondays at 9:30am at parks around Duluth.

Each event begins with a 30 minute storytime with Lynn and Carmella. After storytime, stick around for an interactive story stroll and Duluth Parks and Recreation activities. All kids leave with a FREE book!

STORYTIMES AT THE PARK

6/14 – HARRISON PARK - 3002 West 3rd St
6/21 – CENTRAL HILLSIDE PARK - Lake Ave & 4th St
6/28 – MORGAN PARK - 1242 88th Ave West
7/12 – CASCADE PARK - West 6th St & 1st Ave
7/19 – RIVERSIDE PARK - 55 Cato St West
7/26 – LESTER PARK - 61st Ave East & Superior St
8/2 – MEMORIAL PARK - 5315 Grand Ave St
8/9 – ENGER PARK - 16th Ave West & Skyline Parkway
8/16 – PORTLAND SQUARE - 1016 East 5th St
8/23 – WASHINGTON SQUARE PARK - 4215 East Superior St

LAURA'S PICK

The Froggies Do NOT Want to Sleep by Adam Gustavson

"An exciting picture book about bedtime with a lot to talk about in the art. Tip: Get the last wiggles of the day over with by acting out what the froggies are doing."