July Adult Arts & Crafts: Mosaics

UPDATE: The July 23rd class is full.

The July Adult Arts & Crafts program will be offered twice in July! Call the library at 320-693-2483 or stop in to sign up for either Thursday, July 23, or Thursday, July 30, at 6:30 p.m. All supplies will be provided to make a small tile mosaic. Free! Adults only.

You may call or stop in to sign up yourself and up to one other person. If you are not registering for the class yourself, you cannot register other people. No bulk sign-ups: just yourself and, if you wish, one guest who will attend with you.

No sign-ups via social media (Messenger) or email.

If you are unable to attend after signing up, please contact the library so that someone from the waiting list can attend.

JOB OPENING: LIBRARY ASSISTANT I or II

LITCHFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY

Job description: Provides clerical functions by performing various circulation responsibilities and tasks.  Provides circulation services to library patrons. Fills interlibrary loan requests. May provide reference and research services to patrons and assistance with utilizing library materials and services.

Knowledge, skills, & abilities needed:  Knowledge of library operations and procedures.  Skill in the use of computers and other technology used in the library.  Ability to work effectively with the general public.  Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers.  Good communication skills.  Attention to detail and able to follow written and oral instructions.  Preferred: Knowledge of library operations and procedures, ability to work independently, and strong verbal and written communication skills.

Minimum qualifications: Requires some high school and an understanding of library organization and services; minimum age 16 due to shift length. For Library Assistant II level: High school diploma or equivalency, plus six months of directly-related experience, or a combination of education, experience, and training necessary to perform the essential requirements of the work.

Physical Requirements:  Must be able to walk, stoop, crouch, reach, lift, feel, grasp, talk, hear and see.  Some light lifting and carrying may be required up to 25 pounds.

Hours:  Mondays 4-8 p.m.  and the 2nd and 3rd Saturdays of the month 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Additional subbing as needed.

Starting pay: $12.35 per hour for Library Assistant I or $13.74 per hour for Library Assistant II

Official Pioneerland application must be turned in to be considered. These can be picked up at the library or found at https://www.pioneerland.lib.mn.us/files/2024/08/Job-Application-08_2024.pdf

Submit applications by July 6, 2026 to:

Beth Cronk
Litchfield Public Library
P.O. Box 220
Litchfield MN 55355

Questions: (320) 221-8253 or elizabeth.cronk@pioneerland.lib.mn.us

 

 

Bilingual Storytime/Hora Bilingue del Cuento

Join Miss Jennifer and guests for a Spanish-English bilingual storytime once a month this summer! This Litchfield Library program will be held on the 1st Thursday of the month at 3:00 p.m.: June 4, July 2, and August 6. Look for her near the splash pad at Legion Memorial Park.

Storytime will include stories, a craft, and a snack. All ages are welcome. Free to attend. No need to sign up.

¡Acompañen a la Srta. Jennifer y a sus invitados en una hora bilingüe del cuento (español-inglés) una vez al mes durante este verano! Este programa de la Biblioteca Pública de Litchfield se llevará a cabo el primer jueves de cada mes a las 3:00 p. m.: el 4 de junio, el 2 de julio y el 6 de agosto. Búsquenla cerca del área de juegos acuáticos en el parque Legion Memorial.

La hora del cuentos incluirá cuentos, manualidades, y una pasabocas. Todas las edades son bienvenidas. ¡Gratis! No es necesario inscribirse.


Ken Burns’ The American Revolution Screening: Spirit of Service

Join with others in your community to watch a portion of Ken Burns’ The American Revolution! PBS has given Litchfield Library permission to show a half hour segment titled Spirit of Service, about the spirit of service in American culture. This will be shown in the meeting room on Thursday, July 9, at 2:00 p.m. A short discussion will follow for anyone who wishes to stay.

Free to attend. No need to sign up. Open to all ages.

Science Museum of Minnesota: Dinosaurs

The Science Museum is coming to Litchfield Library! On Thursday, July 9, at 10:30 a.m., the Science Museum of Minnesota will present a program about dinosaurs. This program will be held on the lawn next to the library. Bring chairs or a blanket to sit on. In case of bad weather, the program will be held at the Litchfield Opera House, a block south of the library.

Free to attend. No need to sign up. For kids of all ages.

Children will learn how to think like a scientist with an instructor from the Science Museum of Minnesota. Find out what fossils teach us about dinosaurs. Learn how scientists compare the physical features left behind by dinosaurs in fossils to animals we know today. Uncover fossils from the past, and assemble a life-size dinosaur skeleton puzzle!

America’s 250th Birthday Storytime with Watercade Royalty

Bring the kids to celebrate America’s 250th birthday at Litchfield Library’s storytime on Friday, July 3! The Litchfield Watercade royalty will be our special guests. This program will be held on the lawn next to the library at 10:15. Bring chairs or a blanket to sit on. If needed due to the weather, the program will be held in the library. Small cupcakes will be served.

Closed July 4th

Pioneerland libraries will be closed on Saturday, July 4, for Independence Day. Libraries will be open normal hours on Friday.

Painting Workshop

Youth ages 8-18 are welcome to sign up for a guided painting workshop with artist Carol Slinden on Monday, July 20th at 6 pm. Space is limited, sign up is required. Please call or stop into the library to sign up for this workshop.

 

 

Reading Challenge for Adults: America’s 250th anniversary

Adults, Litchfield Library is offering a reading challenge for you this summer! To observe the 250th anniversary of the United States, read 5 things from a long list of possibilities, and bring in your completed sheet by August 15 for a small prize. The reading log is available at the front desk. Make sure to check the back of the sheet for all of your options. You can read the core documents of the U.S., read Revolutionary War history or historical fiction, or read about American history and culture across the whole 250 years and more. The semiquincentennial is a great occasion to learn more about all of America, not only its founding or government.

Want a copy of the U.S. Constitution to keep? Pick up a free pocket-sized copy at the front desk!

View the reading challenge here: Adult America 250 reading challenge

Knitting Club

Litchfield Library’s Knitting Club meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in the library’s meeting room. Bring your knitting or crochet project and work alongside other fiber artists. Get knitting advice from an expert knitter. Open to all ages. No need to sign up. Free to attend.

Dates:

  • June 18
  • July 16
  • August 20