Fargo Public Library - Event Registration

 

Planting Day at the Library Learning Garden

Age(s) 0 – Adult

Time to get the seeds & plants in the soil for the growing season! Growing Together, a local community garden group, and the Library are partnering to plant the Library Learning Garden plots located by the Dr. James Carlson Library. No gardening experience is necessary, and all ages are welcome.

Please note: Pre-registration is required for Planting Day only. Registration for Planting Day opens May 21. Register online, or to register your group, and for more information, contact Nancy Jones at nkjones@fargolibrary.org or call the Dr. James Carlson Library at 701.476.4040.

• Weekly garden maintenance sessions will continue weekly on Thursdays (starting June 11) at 10 a.m. from June through September. These sessions are a wonderful way to learn about gardening, be active, and experience the many additional benefits of community gardening.

Sessions
Jun 4, 2026 (Thu), 10:00 am
Openings: 4
Dr. James Carlson Library


Teen Craft: Dino Bath Bombs

Age(s) 12 – 18

Make your own bath bombs with a dinosaur prize inside. Choose your color, scent, and dinosaur to customize your one-of-a-kind creation. All materials provided. This program is for teens ages 12-18.
Essential oils will be used at this program, if you have any concerns about allergies please contact accesibility@fargolibrary.org after registering.

Sessions
Jun 9, 2026 (Tue), 2:00 pm
Openings: 3
Dr. James Carlson Library

Jun 13, 2026 (Sat), 2:00 pm
Openings: 11
Northport Library


Summer Teen Volunteers 2026

Age(s) 12 – 18

Teens, ages 12-18, are invited to volunteer at the Fargo Public Library this summer. Help the library with things like preparing supplies for programs, shelving books, and finding books on the shelves. See behind the scenes, meet new people, and have fun while doing it!
Volunteer sessions are 2 hours long and happen every Thursday from 2-4pm at the Main Library.
Separate registration is required for each session.
Participants need a signed Teen Volunteer Permission Form from a parent or guardian. Teens can bring the completed form with them to their first volunteering session. The permission form can be found at fargolibrary.org/teens

Sessions
Jun 11, 2026 (Thu), 2:00 pm
Openings: 12
Main Library

Jun 18, 2026 (Thu), 2:00 pm
Openings: 13
Main Library

Jun 25, 2026 (Thu), 2:00 pm
Openings: 14
Main Library

Jul 2, 2026 (Thu), 2:00 pm
Openings: 15
Main Library


Adult Craft: Raised Embroidery

Age(s) 18 – Adult

Learn how to use hot glue to give your embroidery a 3D effect. The workshop is intended for adults. All materials will be provided. Pre-registration is required and opens May 30. Two sessions are planned:
Saturday, June 13 – Dr. James Carlson Library at 10 a.m.
Tuesday, June 16 – Northport Library at 6 p.m.

Sessions
Jun 13, 2026 (Sat), 10:00 am
Openings: 2
Dr. James Carlson Library

Jun 16, 2026 (Tue), 6:00 pm
Openings: FULL
Northport Library


Teen Take and Make Mini Cross Stitch

Age(s) 10 – 18

Enjoy a library craft on your schedule! Register for a Teen Take and Make, then pick up your kit with instructions and all the supplies you need for that project. With a week to pick up your kit, these crafts can fit in even the busiest schedules.

Register for the library location where you want to pick up your kit. Registration for each craft will open one month before the kits are to be picked up.
Note: Be sure to choose the correct location for you. Register online or call 701.241.1495.

Sessions
Jun 15, 2026 (Mon), 10:00 am
Openings: 8
Main Library

Jun 15, 2026 (Mon), 10:00 am
Openings: 5
Dr. James Carlson Library

Jun 15, 2026 (Mon), 10:00 am
Openings: 6
Northport Library


Dino Stomp Art

Age(s) 2 – 10

Stomp Around! and create messy dinosaur and stomp art using a variety of materials, like dinosaur toys, bubble wrap, and your own feet. We’ll provide aprons, but dress for a little mess just in case. Geared towards kids from toddler to elementary school and their adults. Younger kids may need to work together with their adults, while older kids may create independently. Register beginning June 1; only kids need to register.

For more information about this or any other Fargo Public Library program, please call Children’s Services at 701.241.1495 or email Children's Services.

Sessions
Jun 15, 2026 (Mon), 1:00 pm
Openings: 17
Dr. James Carlson Library

Jun 18, 2026 (Thu), 6:00 pm
Openings: 20
Main Library


MTG Mash-up Draft Tournament

Age(s) 9 – Adult

Join us at downtown Main Library for a 4 pack draft tournament. Come out for a fun afternoon of Magic the Gathering whether you are a veteran or have never tried it yourself. The library's Magic the Gathering Club will be handing each attendee four booster packs from four different play sets. Contestants will need to open their packs, create a 40-card deck and compete elimination-style until we have a grand champion. Land cards will be provided at the event for deck building. There will be prizes for the top three players, and all participants will be allowed to keep the cards they get from their booster packs. Space is limited; pre-registration is required and opens May 19. Adults must accompany children under 10 years old. For further details, contact Marcos at 701.241.1472.

Sessions
Jun 27, 2026 (Sat), 12:00 pm
Openings: 26
Main Library


Teen Take and Make Pompom Cactus

Age(s) 10 – 18

Enjoy a library craft on your schedule! Register for a Teen Take and Make, then pick up your kit with instructions and all the supplies you need for that project. With a week to pick up your kit, these crafts can fit in even the busiest schedules.

Register for the library location where you want to pick up your kit. Registration for each craft will open one month before the kits are to be picked up.
Note: Be sure to choose the correct location for you. Register online or call 701.241.1495.

Sessions
Jun 29, 2026 (Mon), 10:00 am
Openings: 18
Main Library

Jun 29, 2026 (Mon), 10:00 am
Openings: 16
Dr. James Carlson Library

Jun 29, 2026 (Mon), 10:00 am
Openings: 8
Northport Library