We continue to provide engaging community events during the Wentworth Library closure. Please see the following details and search for "offsite" events in our events calendar.
Storytime at Terrace Oaks West Park
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Ms. Melanie from Burnhaven Library. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. For youth ages 2 and older with their families. Weather dependent. Presented in partnership with Burnsville Parks and Recreation.
Terrace Oaks West Park, 12700-12750 County Road 11, Burnsville
Tuesdays, 10–10:30 a.m.
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Will Sings Songs
Enjoy entertaining music sure to put a smile on your face featuring original songs focusing on positivity, joy and curiosity for the natural world. Presented by Will Sings Songs. For youth ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Weather dependent. Presented in partnership with Burnsville Parks and Recreation.
Nicollet Commons Park, 12550 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville
Saturday, June 13, 10–10:45 a.m.
Burnhaven Book Discussion Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month's title is "Heart of Darkness" by Joseph Conrad. New members are welcome. For adults.
Fox Den Board Game Cafe, 12450 River Ridge Lane, Burnsville
Tuesday, June 16, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Rose Lani's Music Garden
Enjoy Rose Lani's garden of songs that children can grow with. With a variety of traditional and original songs about nature and the outdoors, Rose's songs will get kids singing, moving and having fun. For youth ages birth to 6 with their caregivers. Siblings welcome. Weather dependent. Presented in partnership with Burnsville Parks and Recreation.
Nicollet Commons Park, 12550 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville
Wednesday, June 17, 9:30–10:15 a.m.
Painted Rocks
Use your imagination to paint simple designs on rocks. You can leave them somewhere to brighten someone's day or take them home. Presented by Caponi Art Park. For youth ages 5 and older with their caregivers.
Lac Lavon Park, 15501 Lac Lavon Drive, Burnsville
Wednesday, July 1, 5:30–7 p.m.
Storytime at Paha Sapa Park
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Ms. Melanie from Burnhaven Library. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. For youth ages 2 and older with their families. Weather dependent. Presented in partnership with Burnsville Parks and Recreation.
Paha Sapa Park, 15016 Chicago Ave., Burnsville
Tuesdays, 10–10:30 a.m.
July 7, 14, 21, 28
Burnhaven Summer Discovery Celebration
Celebrate summer reading and learning with us. Join a naturalist from Dodge Nature Center to learn about chickens as you get up close with a hen and rooster. Pick up a Summer Discovery activity log or bring a completed activity log to choose a free book. For youth ages birth to 18. Presented in partnership with Burnsville Parks and Recreation. This event will be held outdoors, weather permitting.
Lac Lavon Park, 15501 Lac Lavon Drive, Burnsville
Friday, July 17, 10–10:45 a.m.
Burnhaven Book Discussion Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month's title is "Long Bright River" by Liz Moore. New members are welcome. For adults.
Fox Den Board Game Cafe, 12450 River Ridge Lane, Burnsville
Tuesday, July 21, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Summer Splash: Paint Pour Coasters
Capture the colors of summer in a swirl of liquid art. Drop in to create ceramic coasters using acrylic paint pouring method. Learn techniques to create organic, marble-like designs that look like crashing waves or vibrant nebulas. Presented by Make with Sam. For youth ages 10–18.
Neill Park, 13501 Upton Ave. S., Burnsville
Saturday, July 25, 2–4 p.m.
Mask Making & Identity
Explore identity, emotion and creativity by designing and painting your own paper-mâché mask. Learn how masks across cultures communicate meaning and how colors and patterns express feelings. Leave with a unique mask that reflects a part of who you are. Presented by COMPAS teaching artist. Registration required. For youth ages 12–18.
Day Park, 14625 County Road 5, Burnsville
Wednesday, Aug. 5, 3–5 p.m.
Torres-Peña
Enjoy a lively musical performance by Torres-Peña, who will sing songs and play traditional music from Mexico. For adults.
Nicollet Commons Park, 12550 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville
Friday, Aug. 7, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Burnhaven Book Discussion Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month's title is "Swan Song" by Elin Hilderbrand. New members are welcome. For adults.
Fox Den Board Game Cafe, 12450 River Ridge Lane, Burnsville
Tuesday, Aug. 18, 6:30–7:30 p.m.