Summer Boost reading program begins June 1

Program for all ages (even adults!) runs June 1 - July 31.

The West Fargo Public Library summer reading program – Summer Boost – returns next week. This year's program includes an online reading challenge, the Little Red Reading Bus route and special activities for all ages. This summer's theme is "Oceans of Possibilities", so we are celebrating life under the sea!

Join the Summer Boost online challenge to track your reading hours and earn prizes from local businesses like Sandy's Donuts, Culvers, Chick-Fil-A, Fargo Brewing Co., Rough Cut Social, FM Redhawks, Nothing Bundt Cakes and more. Registration is open now on Beanstack or on the Beanstack mobile app. The challenge runs June 1 through July 31.

Learn more about Summer Boost here and join us for our Summer Boost kickoff party from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 1.

Little Red Reading Bus route begins June 6

The Little Red Reading Bus will bringing books and other activities to local parks again this summer. Check out our route schedule below or learn more online. 

Upcoming Events - June 2022

Summer Boost Kickoff Party

5 - 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 1
Summer is here! It's time to celebrate. Join us for an ocean-themed party with tons of activities, games and prizes for all ages.

Little Red Reading Bus route begins

5:30 p.m. Monday, June 6 at Meadowlark Park, Horace
The Little Red Reading Bus route runs June 6 through Aug. 11.
View the full schedule here.

English Conversation Circle

6 - 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 7
English Conversation Circles at the library are a monthly get-together of adults looking to practice their English in a casual, safe environment.

Monday Night Readers Book Club

6 -7 p.m. Monday, June 13
The Monday Night Readers get together on the second Monday of each month to discuss their latest read. Learn more about Book Clubs here.

Gmail, Contacts & Calendar 101

2 - 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 14
During this beginner-level class, attendees will learn about the many functionalities of Google tools like Gmail, Contacts and Calendar. Registration is required. Sign up here.

June Novel Afternoons Book Club

1 - 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 15
The Novel Afternoons Book Club meets the third Wednesday of each month to discuss their latest read. Learn more about Book Clubs here.

Let's Make Candy Sushi (for Teens)

2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 15
Who doesn't love candy? During this one-hour event, middle school and high school students are invited to make candy sushi - no fish needed. No registration required.

June Third Thursday Book Club

6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 16
The Third Thursday Book Club gets together on the third Thursday of each month. Learn more about Book Clubs here.

Bermuda Triangle Teen Escape Room Experience

2 - 4 p.m. Monday, June 20
Middle school and high school students are invited to come experience our Bermuda Triangle Escape room, where they will work together to solve a variety of puzzles. No registration required.

History of the Hjemkomst Viking Ship with Markus Krueger

6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 22
Markus Krueger, Programming Director of the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County is visiting the West Fargo Library this summer to share a presentation about the famous Hjemkomst Viking Ship.

June Books & Brews Community Book Club

6 - 7 p.m. Thursday, June 23 at Thunder Coffee (300 Sheyenne St. #190, West Fargo)
The Books & Brews Community Book Club meets the fourth Thursday of each month at Thunder Coffee. In partnership with Thunder Coffee and Ferguson Books.

Discovering Your Roots: Genealogy Course Series - Your Ancestors in Ship Passenger Lists

1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 22
Learn how to make sense of passenger arrival records: the single most precious document for reconstructing your ancestors' voyage to North America.

June Let's Talk About Gardening Meetup - Fertilizer Best Practices

Let's Make Ocean Terrariums (for Teens)