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Come find something you love, or something new to read at the Carlton Area Public Library!

06/23/2026

LIBRARY FACT OF THE WEEK:

Lisbeth Slander, from The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, is based on Stieg Larsson’s idea of what Pippi Longstocking would be like as a grown up.

06/22/2026

June 27 at 11:30 am
Carlton Area Public Library
310 Chestnut Avenue, Carlton

The Jolly Pops combine upbeat, original music with a few children’s standards for a concert that is sure to please kids and adults alike.

Take a fun ride with the Happy Dads and their puppet friends as they sing about alligator dancing, popsicles, trains, pet dinosaurs...and everything in between!

This program, sponsored by Arrowhead Library System, was funded in part or in whole with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund (ACHF).

06/17/2026

Rate Your Read

An adult book club where members bring a book to share with everyone. This will be a terrific way to get recommendations for your next read and have a chance to socialize.

June20 at 1:00 pm
Carlton Area Public Library meeting room
310 Chestnut Ave, Carlton

06/16/2026

LIBRARY FACT OF THE WEEK:

Orson Wells radio broadcast of The War of the Worlds, of October 30, 1938, was so realistic that people actually believed there was an alien invasion occurring just outside the New York metropolitan area. Police attempted to break in the broadcast studio to end the show because of the number of distraught calls they were receiving.

06/11/2026

June 16 at 5:30 pm
Crafts

arts and crafts for pre-K through 6th grade

Carlton Area Public Library meeting room
310 Chestnut Ave, Carlton

06/10/2026

Second Saturday Crafts
arts and crafts for pre-K through 6th grade

June 13 at 1:00 pm

Carlton Area Public Library meeting room
310 Chestnut Ave, Carlton

06/09/2026

Ancient Security

In the Middle Ages, books were so valuable that they were often chained to bookshelves.

06/08/2026

Adult Board Game Night

Join us on the Second Friday of the month at 6:00 pm for a fun evening of board games. We have a selection to choose form or bring your favorite to share.

June 12, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Carlton Area Public Library meeting room
310 Chestnut Ave, Carlton

06/03/2026

June 6 at 1:00 pm
Reptile Experience

Join Sarah’s Serpentarium for an unforgettable, one-hour journey into the fascinating world of reptiles. This high-energy, family-friendly program features live animal ambassadors—including snakes, lizards, turtles, and more—paired with fun facts, engaging storytelling, and hands-on learning moments that spark curiosity in every age group. Participants discover what makes reptiles unique, how they survive in the wild, and why these often-misunderstood creatures are essential to their ecosystems.

This program is sponsored by Arrowhead Library System.

06/02/2026

More Libraries Than Starbucks

In the U.S., there are over 16,500 public libraries, which outnumbers all Starbucks locations.

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310 Chestnut Avenue
Carlton, MN
55718

Opening Hours

Tuesday	1pm - 6pm
Wednesday	1pm - 6pm
Thursday	1pm - 6pm
Saturday	10am - 3pm

Telephone

+12183843322

Website

http://www.cityofcarlton.com/Library.php

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