Fargo Public Library - Event Registration
Teen Creative Writing Workshops
Age(s) 13 – 18
We all have stories to tell, but we don’t all know how to tell them. Learn ways to share your stories, real or fictional, in this workshop just for teens with local author and writing instructor Sarah Beck. Learn about your writing strengths, how to conquer blank page jitters, organize your ideas, gain confidence in writing, and keep the momentum flowing!
Workshops are for teens ages 13-18. Pre-registration is required; registration is separate for each workshop.
Then use what you’ve learned to polish your writing and submit it to Northern Narratives, the Fargo Public Library’s creative writing project, and your writing could be included in a published book!
About the instructor: Sarah Beck, a Fargo-based writer and writing instructor, will lead two teen writing workshops on storytelling basics. Sarah is currently working on a climate fiction novel set in Fargo and is partnering with the Fargo Public Library through its Northern Narratives project to support teen voices. These workshops are supported in part by a grant from the North Dakota Council on the Arts, which receives funding from the state legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Teen Volunteering
Age(s) 12 – 18
Come, volunteer at the Fargo Public Library! Help the library, see behind the scenes, meet new people, and have fun while doing it!
Sessions are the first Saturday of each month from September through May; pre-registration is required for each session.
Please Note: Participants must be 12 to 18 and need a signed permission slip from a parent or guardian.
First Wives Club and Craft
Age(s) Infant – Adult
Create a book page craft and share some snacks while watching First Wives Club on February 14, at 10 a.m. in the Main Library's Community Room. All materials are provided. Pre-registration is required and opens Jan. 31. Register online or call 701.241.1492.
Cozy Craft Series: Hardanger Embroidery
Age(s) 16 – Adult
Hardanger is a beautiful Norwegian embroidery that has counted thread and cutwork. Learn the basic techniques in a beginner project.
Wondery Art and Adventure
Age(s) 3 – 5
Step into a world of creativity and exploration at the library! Explore fine art concepts like color, shape, and composition through hands-on art activities to help develop fine motor skills and patience. Children ages 3 to 5 (with an adult) have the opportunity to explore, create, and learn. Registration for each session begins two weeks before event.
For more information about this program, call Children’s Services at 701.241.1495 or email Children's Services.
Legend of Zelda Party
Age(s) Infant – Adult
Calling all heroes of Hyrule: join us to celebrate the Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary! Zelda fans of all ages are invited to join the library for a celebration of all things Zelda. Enjoy Zelda-themed treats and trivia, explore the library with a Korok scavenger hunt, make your own Zelda-style treasure chest, and catch a fairy in a bottle. Space is limited; pre-registration is required and opens January 31. Costumes are welcome, but not required. For details contact Anna at 701.298.6960.
Teen Take and Make March 2026
Age(s) 10 – 18
It can be hard to make library events fit in your busy schedule, so we're bringing the events to you! Register for a Teen Take and Make, then pick up instructions and all the supplies you need for that project, plus a link to a Discord where you can ask questions, chat, and show off your project. If you're on Facebook or Instagram you can even post your project and tag Fargo Public Library to share the fun!
Register for the location where you want to pick up your kit. This registration is for the March craft only, you do NOT need to have registered for previous crafts to participate.
Author Visit with J. Ryan Stradal
Age(s) 3 – Adult
Join us for an author talk from J. Ryan Stradal, best-selling author of Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club, The Lager Queen of Minnesota, and Kitchens of the Great Midwest. His novels celebrate food, family, and the unique culture of the upper Midwest. A book signing will follow his talk. Books will be available for purchase from More Than Words bookstore.
_Note: Seating is limited for this event. Registration is not required, but register to receive a reminder email about the event or RSVP for this free program online or by calling 701.241.1492 starting Feb. 1.
This event is part of Fargo Public Library’s 125th Anniversary Event Series, and is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Fargo Public Library.