Storytime/Play Cafe
2026-07-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
Caregivers are invited to bring the little ones to an interactive storytime followed by a special playtime. Please join us!

Music at the Park-Bob the Beachcomber
2026-07-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Memorial Park-St. James
The city of St. James and the Watonwan County Library have teamed up to bring back Music in the Park this summer! Bob the Beachcomber will be here for a 3:00 performance at Brandt Ridge geared towards adults and then a kid and family friendly performance at Memorial Park at 6:00.
Friends of the St. James Library will be there handing out giant freezies! Food truck will be open at 5:00 pm.
This program is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant provided by the Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Lego Club-St. James
2026-07-09 15:30 - 17:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
Calling all brick builders! Kids are invited to join us for Lego Club at the library! Bring your creativity and we’ll supply the Legos.

Author, "A Woman's War, Too"
2026-07-10 14:00 - 15:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
Virginia Wright-Peterson is the author of three finalists for the Minnesota book award. Each one reveals little known stories of courage, innovation, and resilience including women who made significant contributions during World War II and the founding of Mayo Clinic.She strives to blend meticulous research with vivid stories that reveal the inspirational and courageous actions of everyday people. Virginia also believes that stories – whether rooted in family, community, or landscape – hold the power to connect and strengthen us. She served as a Fulbright Scholar in Algiers, Algeria, and worked with the Red Cross on a U.S. military base in Iraq. Driven by curiosity and a commitment to social justice, she focuses on untold stories that provide provocative perspectives on what we thought we knew. Join us as she talks about her book “A Woman’s War, Too”. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing.

Sensory Play
2026-07-11 10:00 - 11:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
For our littlest patrons, ages 0-3, and their caregivers. Come explore all the different sensory stations! Little ones will benefit from sensory play and maybe even meet some new friends.

D&D for Kids
2026-07-11 12:00 - 14:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
Kids in grades 3-6. Come enjoy an exciting adventure in the world of Dungeons and Dragons (popular RPG). This will be a fun 2 hour event where kids can learn team work, imagination, and how to play D&D. Kelly France will be the host (Dungeon Master) of the game for this event. Must sign up ahead of time, as spots are limited-507-375-1278.

Playnook Adventures
2026-07-13 11:00 - 14:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
This playtime is for kiddos ages 1-5 with their caregivers. Kids will be laughing, climbing, sliding, and hopping on the giant, soft play equipment that we have rented just for them!

Yoga
2026-07-13 17:00 - 18:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
Registered Yoga Teacher: Roxanne Romsdahl
Learn basic hatha yoga poses and breathing patterns to develop a home yoga practice for all ages. The focus will be on poses, stretches, and breath work to strengthen the body, improve flexibility and balance, and reduce anxiety.

Novels by Night Book Club
2026-07-13 18:30 - 19:30 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
We will be discussing the book “Downstairs Girl” by Stacey Lee. Contact the library for a copy. Please contact Shirley at 375-1278 if interested in joining virtually.

Dino Suncatchers-St. James
2026-07-15 15:30 - 17:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
Bring the kids to the library to create a cute dino themed suncatcher to hang up and enjoy. Open to kids in grades 3-6.

Bricks and Bites (Lego Club for Adults!)
2026-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
Act like a kid again and play with Legos! Adults are invited to the library for an evening of Legos and snacks! Bring some friends, relax and free build with our Legos.

Memory Writing with Marion
2026-07-17 10:00 - 11:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
Join Marion Edgar Style as she guides you in recording your thoughts and memories. Refreshments will be served and journals will be provided.

Friday Flicks
2026-07-17 14:00 - 16:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
Join us at the St. James Library for a showing of Lee Daniel’s “The Butler”. Fresh hot popcorn will be served.

Movie Monday for Kids/Families
2026-07-20 14:00 - 15:30 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
We’re digging up older movies for the summer! Join us for “Dinosaur”. Popcorn will be served and kids are encouraged to bring a water bottle.

Storytime at the Park
2026-07-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Memorial Park-St. James
Pack a cozy blanket, grab a chair, or snag a spot at a table to listen to some stories. When finished with the stories, enjoy playing with chalk! Storytime will be cancelled if there is bad weather. Will notify through website and socials.

Music in the Park
2026-07-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Memorial Park-St. James
The city of St. James and the Watonwan County Library have teamed up to bring back Music in the Park this summer! Andrea Lyn brings a soulful blend of country, folk, and acoustic pop to the stage with heartfelt lyrics and smooth vocals. Food truck opens at 5:00 pm.

Dino Dirt Cups & Games-St. James
2026-07-23 14:00 - 15:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
Come enjoy making, and eating your very own dino dirt cup while playing some board games with friends and/or family! For kids in grades 3-6.

Climb Theatre
2026-07-24 15:00 - 16:00 | Armstrong School-St. James
Join the library in the Armstrong gymnasium for a performance of “Dig, Dino, Dig!” where kids will learn about the importance of perseverance. With the help of the TRYceratops, Sue learns to persevere, not give up, and overcome obstacles to achieve her goals.
This program is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant provided by the Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Fossil Fun-St. James
2026-07-27 15:30 - 17:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
Come have fun making fossils, finding them, and trying to make a dinosaur.

DinoGantic Games-St. James
2026-07-28 17:30 - 19:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
Kids are invited to the library to play some larger than life, DinoGantic games!

Knitting Club
2026-07-30 17:00 - 19:00 | St. James Library, 125 Fifth Street S, St. James, MN, 56081, United States
All levels of experience are welcome. Whether you want to learn or have a project to finish, Tessa is here to help!
