Perham Area Public Library

03/24/2026

The Perham Library Book Club met to discuss The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn in March. Check out a summary of their discussion on the Book Club blog: https://perhamlibrary.blogspot.com/

03/17/2026

Bring the Loft To You is one of the really great programs available through the library system. The Loft Literary Center provides the teaching artists for several online workshops available for FREE!
The next session in this year's Bring the Loft to You writers workshops will focus on discovering how to create story outlines that keep your plot focused and engaging. This class will cover essential outlining techniques, from structuring key plot points to developing character arcs, ensuring your story stays on track from start to finish.
Led by teaching artist Craig Noles
Registration required for the online session at tinyurl.com/Writing-Spring2026 The session will also be available for viewing upon request at the Perham Area Public Library by calling 218-346-4892.

This program is sponsored by Douglas County Library and Viking Library System, funded in part or in whole with monies from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

03/10/2026

If you're a writer check out this great opportunity!
Opening the Bring The Loft To You virtual writing class series for 2026 is "Jumpstarting Creativity." This session is available for FREE on this Thursday evening (March 12) at 6:00pm. To attend this class online through Zoom, registration is required at tinyurl.com/Writing-Spring2026
The session is also available for viewing at the Perham Library on Thursday at 6:00pm. Please call the library in advance to let them know that you plan to attend.

This program is sponsored by Morris Public Library and Viking Library System, funded in part or in whole with monies from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

03/04/2026

This series of writing workshops is a great opportunity for all writers! What an opportunity to have access to not just one but three writing sessions led by teaching artists from the Loft Literary Center! All sessions are free and available in the comfort of your own house via Zoom, but if you prefer to gather with others, all sessions will also be shown on the big screen in the Perham Library's meeting room. If you wish to attend virtually at home through Zoom please register at: tinyurl.com/Writing-Spring2026
OR if you would like to attend at the Perham Library, please RSVP by phone so that we know how many to expect!

We are pleased to announce the return of the “Bring the Loft to You” virtual writing series next month! Each 90-minute session is held via Zoom and open to anyone in and beyond the region. Find the complete list of free classes for adults and workshop descriptions at https://viking.lib.mn.us/Registration is in full swing for next month’s “Bring the Loft to You” virtual writing series! Each 90-minute session is held via Zoom and open to anyone in and beyond the region. Find the complete list of free classes for adults and workshop descriptions at https://viking.lib.mn.us/special-events/
Register for classes here tinyurl.com/Writing-Spring2026
The workshops are sponsored by Douglas County Library, Morris Public Library, and Perham Area Public Library with Viking Library System, funded in part or in whole with monies from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
The Loft Literary Center is a nonprofit arts organization based in Minneapolis offering services for readers and writers in the state and beyond

02/16/2026

Have you ordered your Meet Me At the Library shirt yet? There are a lot of cool styles and colors but the online store closes tomorrow night! Check out the selection here!:
https://perhamlibrary26.itemorder.com/shop/home/

02/03/2026

It's Back! Check out our online store for Perham Library-related t-shirts, sweatshirts, bags and more! Look quick, though. The store is only open through February 16th! https://perhamlibrary26.itemorder.com

01/29/2026

Loves working with children!--Loves the library! Does this describe you? We'd "love" to have you join our crew! We're looking for an enthusiastic and energetic person to help coordinate children's activities and programs part-time at the public library. Interested? Just click the link below for more information:

01/25/2026

It's Winter-time! And that means that the library's Winter Reading program for adults is in full-swing. Pick up your Hot Reads for Cold Nights card at the library and start having your reading count toward prizes! This year our mug is purple and features a jaunty little bird bundled up for winter. It's yours if you read 9 books in January, February and March.

01/14/2026

Remember that Story Time is tomorrow (Wednesday) morning at 10:15am! We'd love to see you!

01/11/2026

We're looking for an energetic and creative person that loves working with children to work with us part time! Check out the link below for the details.