Adult Programs & Events
We welcome adults of any age to join us for author events, instructional classes, and more. Anyone is able to participate, even if you don't have a Fargo Public Library card. Some programs and events require registration, and others are first come, first serve. If registration is required, it will be listed in the details for each event.
Seed Library Opens March 6 at the Main and Dr. James Carlson Libraries
The Fargo Public Library is once again excited to offer the Seed Library! This spring's Seed Library opens Monday, March 6, 2023. Perfect for beginner and seasoned gardeners, the seed library will provide a variety of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds to the public for FREE (while supplies last) at both the Main and Dr. James Carlson Library locations. Contact Kayla at 701.476.4025 for further details.
The Seed Library is generously supported by the Friends of the Fargo Public Library.
Tea Tasting at the Dr. James Carlson Library
Explore some of the many unique teas available. Samples of 4 different teas from around the globe will be provided each month, along with brewing tips and relevant information on the background of that month’s selection. Bring a friend so you can sip tea and socialize. This program is recommended for adults and teens (13+). Registration is required/recommended and opens for the first session on Dec. 24 (two weeks before each event). Contact Katrina at kgunderson@fargolibrary.org with any questions.
Upcoming dates:
Saturday, April 1 – Dr. James Carlson Library at 2 p.m.
ND Job Service Provides Monthly Walk-in Help Sessions at both the Main Library and the Dr. James Carlson Library
ND Job Service staff visits the Fargo Public Library on certain days to provide job-seeking support, training program information, unemployment assistance, and more to the library patrons. These walk-in sessions will be available to the general public at two both the Main Library and the Dr. James Carlson Library.
• ND Job Service staff will be at the Dr. James Carlson Library from 2 to 4 p.m. on the 1st Tuesday of each month.
Upcoming dates:
Tuesday, April 4 – Main Library from 2 to 4 p.m.
Tuesday, May 2 – Main Library from 2 to 4 p.m.
• ND Job Service staff will be at the Main Library from 2 to 4 p.m. on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.
Upcoming dates:
Tuesday, April 18 – Main Library from 2 to 4 p.m.
Tuesday, May 16 – Main Library from 2 to 4 p.m.
• ND Job Service staff will be available to offer:
• Job seeking assistance
• Veteran's services
• Information on training programs
• Resume building assistance
• Limited unemployment insurance assistance
• Migrant and seasonal farmworker services
Learn more about the services offered by Job Service North Dakota at https://www.jobsnd.com/
Spring Go & Grow: Houseplants
Dig deep into the joy of keeping houseplants with Go & Grow, a unique program where you can grow a houseplant of your own! All levels of plant experience are welcome to participate. Register to pick up a starter houseplant at the Main Library. Various plant types will be available. Supplies are limited; pre-registration is required. Registration opens one week before each plant pick-up day. Recommended for teens(13+) and adults. Contact Drea at 701.241.1472 for details.
Upcoming plant pick-up dates:
Wednesday, April 12 – Main Library
"Silent" Reading Party Set for April 17 at Wild Terra Cider Co.
B.Y.O.Book or check out a librarian selected title. Find a cozy spot and a beverage and read with others who appreciate the same. Librarians will be on hand to provide snacks, suggest books, set up library accounts, and check out books.
Please note: This is a 21+ event.
Monday, April 17 – 6 to 8 p.m. at Wild Terra Cider Co. (6 12th St. N., Fargo)
Ongoing Adult Events
Tech Help Sessions at the Dr. James Carlson Library on Tuesdays
Starting in March, Tech Help will also be offered weekly at the Dr. James Carlson Library Branch. Each Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. our tech expert staff will be available in the Christianson conference for one-on-one assistance with technology issues. Need help with getting connected to ebooks? Can’t quite understand your new “smart” device? Struggling with questions with such programs as Word or Excel? Call the Dr. James Carlson Adult Services Desk at 701.476.5980 to register for a 30-minute session. Drop-ins will be accepted based on availability of staff.
Upcoming Tech Help session dates at the Dr. James Carlson Library:
Tuesday, March 28 – Dr. James Carlson Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday, April 4 – Dr. James Carlson Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday, April 11 – Dr. James Carlson Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday, April 18 – Dr. James Carlson Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday, April 25 – Dr. James Carlson Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tech Help Sessions at the Main Library on Wednesday Afternoons
Do you have difficulty with your phone, laptop, or tablet? Were computer basics just not taught when you were in school?
Our librarians are ready to help you, one-on-one, with your technology questions on Wednesday afternoons from 3-5 p.m. Call 701.241.1492 for an appointment or you may drop in at the Main Library Community Room (if time slots are still available). Please note: When attending Tech Help, please bring your device – laptop, smartphone, eReader, etc. – with you.
Upcoming Tech Help session dates at the Main Library:
Wednesday, March 29 – Main Library from 3 to 5 p.m.
Wednesday, April 5 – Main Library from 3 to 5 p.m.
Wednesday, April 12 – Main Library from 3 to 5 p.m.
Wednesday, April 19 – Main Library from 3 to 5 p.m.
Wednesday, April 26 – Main Library from 3 to 5 p.m.
Yoga for Beginners at the Dr. James Carlson Library
Yoga for Beginners is geared for those who haven’t tried yoga before or who want a refresher. Along with gentle stretching, this class will teach breathing exercises to provide calmness. Bring a yoga mat if you have one or a large towel and wear comfortable clothing that is easy to move in. This program is for adults. Fall classes are held Thursday evenings at 6 p.m., at the Dr. James Carlson Library. Contact Lori W. at 701.476.5977 with questions.
Upcoming dates:
Thursday, March 23, at 6 p.m.
Thursday, March 30, at 6 p.m.
Thursday, April 6, at 6 p.m.
Thursday, April 13, at 6 p.m.
Thursday, April 20, at 6 p.m.
Thursday, April 27, at 6 p.m.
Online Book Parties
It’s like a book club, but you can read whatever you want! Chat about the books you've been reading recently. Or, find out what our librarians recommend. No registration is required. We will meet online on the library's Facebook page to discuss all things books. Contact Megan at 701.241.1492 for details.
Upcoming dates:
Thursday, April 20 – ONLINE on Facebook at 7 p.m.
Thursday, May 18 – ONLINE on Facebook at 7 p.m.
Chess Club at the Main Library
All area kids, teens, and adults are invited to be part of the library's Chess Club. Whether you are an expert or are new to the game, chess players of all ages and abilities are invited to join. Chess Club meets Tuesday evenings from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the Dawson Conference Room at the downtown Main Library. Newcomers and novice chess players are welcome. Local chess expert Joe McNamara will facilitate and lead the sessions. The library’s Chess Club is free and open to all ages; registration is not required. Adults must accompany children under 10 years old. For more information about this or any other Fargo Public Library program, please call Lori West at 701.476.5977.
Dial-a Story Available
If you ever wish you could have a story, a poem, or even a Shakespearean monologue read to you at any time, day or night, now you can. Call the Library’s Dial-A-Story line at 701.298.6927 anytime to listen to a short story, poem, Shakespearean monologue, or children's story. New recordings are available every Monday. Selections are recorded by Library Outreach Staff and are 3 to 5 minutes in length. Dial-A-Story can be accessed from any phone.
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