Education & Community

Bring the kids for the storytime, activity stations and snacks. Meet the other BookHounds kids.

Activity Stations include:
Animal Puppet Making
Sensory Animal Hunt

Special reading and interactive discussion with North Woods Girl author Aimee Bissonette

Sponsored by GoodKids and Family Fun Twin Cities Read more about North Woods Party & Kids Storytime

Explore the buildings and scenes of downtown White Bear Lake that have changed and be surprised by so much that has remained the same!  This illustrated tour highlights many of White Bear’s popular businesses along Fourth Street, Banning Avenue and Third Street. Read more about Library Program: Then & Now: Downtown White Bear Lake - Part II

Marketfest is a summer festival in beautiful downtown White Bear Lake that runs Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 pm, June 18 – July 30, 2020. In its 29th year it continues to attract locals and visitors who are interested in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.  Read more about Marketfest

Explore the buildings and scenes of downtown White Bear Lake that have changed and be surprised by so much that has remained the same! This illustrated program highlights many of White Bear’s popular businesses along Clark Avenue, Washington Avenue and a portion of Third Street. Read more about Then & Now: Downtown White Bear Lake - Part I

Come and visit Press Publications' upcoming Wedding Expo on Jan. 12 from 11-2pm, at White Bear Country Inn. Read more about Wedding Expo 2020

This show is for lovers of all things canine. Watch your favorite breed compete in the show or attend one of the many programs which celebrate everything from working dogs to hunting hounds. Pick up a treat for your furry friend at the marketplace but please leave your own pooch at home. Visit the Land O’ Lakes Kennel Club website for a full schedule of activities and events. Read more about Land O’ Lakes Kennel Club Dog Show

Frassati Catholic Academy invites you to our open house to explore all that Frassati has to offer our young people. Our focus is on developing the future moral leaders of tomorrow by instilling the Catholic virtues today. This is accomplished using our STREAM (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) platform to encourage a growth mindset through quality curriculum and the Catholic faith. During our open house, you will meet our principal and teachers, take a tour with current Frassati parents and students and enjoy spaghetti dinner with our Frassati community. Read more about Frassati Catholic Academy Open House and Spaghetti Dinner

Drop in to watch and record winter birds on our trails or at our feeders. Enter your sightings using the eBird app or hand-write a list for the naturalist. Double the fun by renting a pair of snowshoes for $5/pair (if 6” snow on ground)! ADULTS; CHILDREN AGES 8 AND UP WITH ADULT Read more about December Brrrd-count

Learn how to read weather radar for your home, drive, and for events planning.  Learn more about what those forecasts really mean, and what to watch for during Minnesota Winters.  Learn about cloud formations and take home your very own cloud chart. This program is great for folks who have just moved to Minnesota, AND life-long Minnesota dwellers alike!  Learn winter preparedness tips and tricks from the Naturalist including how to keep warm and stay safe in winter. Adults, and ages 12+ welcome. Read more about Wild Weather in Minnesota with Pete Boulay

Children and their families are invited to experience old fashioned Christmas traditions at the Fillebrown House.  Pajamas are welcome.  Wind down with cider and a cookie before heading out into the December night.

Advance Tickets Required - $5/person.  Online store:  squareup.com/store/whitebearhistory or call 651-407-5327 Read more about Children’s Story Time at the Fillebrown House