Joint Committee - 6:05pm or immediately following General Affairs Committee meeting

June 18, 2019, 6:05 PM @ Council Chambers

General Affairs Committee - at 6:00pm

June 18, 2019, 6:00 PM @ Public Meeting Room

City Council Meeting- 7:00 pm or immediately following the Joint Council Committee meeting

June 18, 2019, 7:00 PM

City Council Meeting

June 25, 2019, 6:00 PM @ Council Chambers

City Council Technology Committee - 7:05 pm or immediately following Special Council meeting

June 18, 2019, 7:05 PM @ Public Meeting Room

Faribault Economic Development Authority

June 27, 2019, 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM @ Public Meeting Room

Boomerang Bags Sewing Bees

June 18, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Makerspace (3rd floor)

Do you love to sew or would you like to learn to sew? We need your help! Come to a Boomerang Bags Sewing Bee and help us create cloth tote bags for our community's Boomerang Bags initiative! Boomerang Bags is a grassroots, community-driven movement tackling plastic pollution at its source. Volunteers from all walks of life get together to make reusable ‘boomerang bags’ using recycled materials, as a means to provide a sustainable alternative to plastic bags. Seamsters under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult sewing companion. No registration required. Come and sew!

Boomerang Bags Sewing Bee

June 19, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Makerspace - Third Floor

Do you love to sew or would you like to learn to sew? We need your help! Come to a Boomerang Bags Sewing Bee and help us create cloth tote bags for our community's Boomerang Bags initiative! Boomerang Bags is a grassroots, community-driven movement tackling plastic pollution at its source. Volunteers from all walks of life get together to make reusable ‘boomerang bags’ using recycled materials, as a means to provide a sustainable alternative to plastic bags. Seamsters under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult sewing companion. No registration required. Come and sew!

Uke Can Make Music--Open Ukulele Hours

June 20, 2019, All Day @ Buckham Memorial Library

This program is for all ages and is designed for people who want to learn more about playing a ukulele. The library has ukuleles on site to try out, and a person on staff who will teach you about the ukulele and how to learn how to play. You may also bring your own uke if you have one. We will go over the basics and show you additional resources for learning the ukulele. No experience necessary.

Boomerang Bags Sewing Bees

June 25, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Makerspace (3rd floor)

Do you love to sew or would you like to learn to sew? We need your help! Come to a Boomerang Bags Sewing Bee and help us create cloth tote bags for our community's Boomerang Bags initiative! Boomerang Bags is a grassroots, community-driven movement tackling plastic pollution at its source. Volunteers from all walks of life get together to make reusable ‘boomerang bags’ using recycled materials, as a means to provide a sustainable alternative to plastic bags. Seamsters under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult sewing companion. No registration required. Come and sew!

Faribault Ukulele Network (F.U.N.) Jam Sessions

June 27, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM @ Buckham Memorial Library

F.U.N. jam sessions are for ukulele players 16 and older. Participants must bring a ukulele, a tuner, and music stand and must know how to play at least 5 ukulele chords to attend these jam sessions. An option for less experienced players is the Library's Open Uke Hours where ukuleles and instruction for all ages is available. Please see other event announcements for this program: Uke Can Make Music.

Green Card Voices Traveling Exhibit

June 18, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Hallway between Buckham Library and Faribault Parks & Rec

Join us in the hallway that connects the library to Faribault Parks & Rec to view the Green Card Voices traveling exhibit for the month of June. Green Card Voices is a Minnesota-based 501(c)3 non-profit aimed at changing the way the world perceives immigrants. Through the power of storytelling, we connect the voices of immigrants unheard to the public. Learn more at Greencardvoices.com

Summer Storytime

June 18, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

STORYTIME Tuesdays at 6:30pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30am Join us at the library for stories, songs, and fun! Storytime is intended for ages 0-6 with an actively participating adult caregiver. Storytime encourages language development, teaches early literacy skills, and fosters a love of books and a lifetime of learning. No registration is required. Siblings and guests are always welcome. Storytime begins on June 4 and continues through August 8. (Please note: there is no storytime on August 6.) Storytime will resume with the fall session on September 10.

Green Card Voices Traveling Exhibit

June 19, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Hallway between Buckham Library and Faribault Parks & Rec

Join us in the hallway that connects the library to Faribault Parks & Rec to view the Green Card Voices traveling exhibit for the month of June. Green Card Voices is a Minnesota-based 501(c)3 non-profit aimed at changing the way the world perceives immigrants. Through the power of storytelling, we connect the voices of immigrants unheard to the public. Learn more at Greencardvoices.com

Summer Storytime

June 19, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

STORYTIME Tuesdays at 6:30pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30am Join us at the library for stories, songs, and fun! Storytime is intended for ages 0-6 with an actively participating adult caregiver. Storytime encourages language development, teaches early literacy skills, and fosters a love of books and a lifetime of learning. No registration is required. Siblings and guests are always welcome. Storytime begins on June 4 and continues through August 8. (Please note: there is no storytime on August 6.) Storytime will resume with the fall session on September 10.

Green Card Voices Traveling Exhibit

June 20, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Hallway between Buckham Library and Faribault Parks & Rec

Join us in the hallway that connects the library to Faribault Parks & Rec to view the Green Card Voices traveling exhibit for the month of June. Green Card Voices is a Minnesota-based 501(c)3 non-profit aimed at changing the way the world perceives immigrants. Through the power of storytelling, we connect the voices of immigrants unheard to the public. Learn more at Greencardvoices.com

Summer Storytime

June 20, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

STORYTIME Tuesdays at 6:30pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30am Join us at the library for stories, songs, and fun! Storytime is intended for ages 0-6 with an actively participating adult caregiver. Storytime encourages language development, teaches early literacy skills, and fosters a love of books and a lifetime of learning. No registration is required. Siblings and guests are always welcome. Storytime begins on June 4 and continues through August 8. (Please note: there is no storytime on August 6.) Storytime will resume with the fall session on September 10.

Book Buds

June 20, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM @ Youth Activity Area

Book Buds is an informal reading buddies program for youth that pairs younger kids (elementary grades) with older kids (middle & high school grades) for one-on-one reading. Younger kids can read to or be read to by older kids or the pair can take turns sharing a book together. This program is meant to be a fun, no pressure way for youth to build a passion for reading for the fun of it.

Green Card Voices Traveling Exhibit

June 21, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Hallway between Buckham Library and Faribault Parks & Rec

Join us in the hallway that connects the library to Faribault Parks & Rec to view the Green Card Voices traveling exhibit for the month of June. Green Card Voices is a Minnesota-based 501(c)3 non-profit aimed at changing the way the world perceives immigrants. Through the power of storytelling, we connect the voices of immigrants unheard to the public. Learn more at Greencardvoices.com

Siama's Music of the Congo

June 21, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Youth Activity Area - Great Hall

SIAMA’S MUSIC OF THE CONGO Friday, June 21, 10:30am or 1:30pm* (*ASL). (60 min.) All ages The afternoon performance will be ASL interpreted. Traditional Congolese music is at the heart of Siama’s music. Join us for this exciting blend of sounds from East Africa, Delta Blues and even reggae and calypso. This project is made possible with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and the people of Minnesota for Library Legacy activities.

Siama's Music of the Congo

June 21, 2019, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM @ Youth Activity Area - Great Hall

SIAMA’S MUSIC OF THE CONGO Friday, June 21, 10:30am or 1:30pm* (*ASL). (60 min.) All ages The afternoon performance will be ASL interpreted. Traditional Congolese music is at the heart of Siama’s music. Join us for this exciting blend of sounds from East Africa, Delta Blues and even reggae and calypso. This project is made possible with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and the people of Minnesota for Library Legacy activities.

Green Card Voices Traveling Exhibit

June 22, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Hallway between Buckham Library and Faribault Parks & Rec

Join us in the hallway that connects the library to Faribault Parks & Rec to view the Green Card Voices traveling exhibit for the month of June. Green Card Voices is a Minnesota-based 501(c)3 non-profit aimed at changing the way the world perceives immigrants. Through the power of storytelling, we connect the voices of immigrants unheard to the public. Learn more at Greencardvoices.com

Green Card Voices Traveling Exhibit

June 23, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Hallway between Buckham Library and Faribault Parks & Rec

Join us in the hallway that connects the library to Faribault Parks & Rec to view the Green Card Voices traveling exhibit for the month of June. Green Card Voices is a Minnesota-based 501(c)3 non-profit aimed at changing the way the world perceives immigrants. Through the power of storytelling, we connect the voices of immigrants unheard to the public. Learn more at Greencardvoices.com

Green Card Voices Traveling Exhibit

June 24, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Hallway between Buckham Library and Faribault Parks & Rec

Join us in the hallway that connects the library to Faribault Parks & Rec to view the Green Card Voices traveling exhibit for the month of June. Green Card Voices is a Minnesota-based 501(c)3 non-profit aimed at changing the way the world perceives immigrants. Through the power of storytelling, we connect the voices of immigrants unheard to the public. Learn more at Greencardvoices.com

Green Card Voices Traveling Exhibit

June 25, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Hallway between Buckham Library and Faribault Parks & Rec

Join us in the hallway that connects the library to Faribault Parks & Rec to view the Green Card Voices traveling exhibit for the month of June. Green Card Voices is a Minnesota-based 501(c)3 non-profit aimed at changing the way the world perceives immigrants. Through the power of storytelling, we connect the voices of immigrants unheard to the public. Learn more at Greencardvoices.com

Summer Storytime

June 25, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

STORYTIME Tuesdays at 6:30pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30am Join us at the library for stories, songs, and fun! Storytime is intended for ages 0-6 with an actively participating adult caregiver. Storytime encourages language development, teaches early literacy skills, and fosters a love of books and a lifetime of learning. No registration is required. Siblings and guests are always welcome. Storytime begins on June 4 and continues through August 8. (Please note: there is no storytime on August 6.) Storytime will resume with the fall session on September 10.

Green Card Voices Traveling Exhibit

June 26, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Hallway between Buckham Library and Faribault Parks & Rec

Join us in the hallway that connects the library to Faribault Parks & Rec to view the Green Card Voices traveling exhibit for the month of June. Green Card Voices is a Minnesota-based 501(c)3 non-profit aimed at changing the way the world perceives immigrants. Through the power of storytelling, we connect the voices of immigrants unheard to the public. Learn more at Greencardvoices.com

Summer Storytime

June 26, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

STORYTIME Tuesdays at 6:30pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30am Join us at the library for stories, songs, and fun! Storytime is intended for ages 0-6 with an actively participating adult caregiver. Storytime encourages language development, teaches early literacy skills, and fosters a love of books and a lifetime of learning. No registration is required. Siblings and guests are always welcome. Storytime begins on June 4 and continues through August 8. (Please note: there is no storytime on August 6.) Storytime will resume with the fall session on September 10.

Green Card Voices Traveling Exhibit

June 27, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Hallway between Buckham Library and Faribault Parks & Rec

Join us in the hallway that connects the library to Faribault Parks & Rec to view the Green Card Voices traveling exhibit for the month of June. Green Card Voices is a Minnesota-based 501(c)3 non-profit aimed at changing the way the world perceives immigrants. Through the power of storytelling, we connect the voices of immigrants unheard to the public. Learn more at Greencardvoices.com

Summer Storytime

June 27, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

STORYTIME Tuesdays at 6:30pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30am Join us at the library for stories, songs, and fun! Storytime is intended for ages 0-6 with an actively participating adult caregiver. Storytime encourages language development, teaches early literacy skills, and fosters a love of books and a lifetime of learning. No registration is required. Siblings and guests are always welcome. Storytime begins on June 4 and continues through August 8. (Please note: there is no storytime on August 6.) Storytime will resume with the fall session on September 10.

Book Buds

June 27, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM @ Youth Activity Area

Book Buds is an informal reading buddies program for youth that pairs younger kids (elementary grades) with older kids (middle & high school grades) for one-on-one reading. Younger kids can read to or be read to by older kids or the pair can take turns sharing a book together. This program is meant to be a fun, no pressure way for youth to build a passion for reading for the fun of it.

Green Card Voices Traveling Exhibit

June 28, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Hallway between Buckham Library and Faribault Parks & Rec

Join us in the hallway that connects the library to Faribault Parks & Rec to view the Green Card Voices traveling exhibit for the month of June. Green Card Voices is a Minnesota-based 501(c)3 non-profit aimed at changing the way the world perceives immigrants. Through the power of storytelling, we connect the voices of immigrants unheard to the public. Learn more at Greencardvoices.com

Mixed Nuts!

June 28, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Great Hall - 2nd Floor

A TOUCH OF MAGIC, INC. PRESENTS MIXED NUTS! Friday, June 28, 10:30am or 1:30pm* (*ASL). (30 min.) All ages The afternoon program will be ASL interpreted. What is everyone laughing about? It’s the Midwest’s favorite Kid’s Comedy duo, Mixed Nuts, from A Touch of Magic Entertainment. Join us for physical comedy, age-appropriate humor and uproarious audience participation! "Mixed Nuts" (aka Mark & Lori) have tickled funny bones throughout the region with their special blend of hilarious hijinks, guaranteed to produce side-splitting laughter in ages 4-94! Mixed Nuts is produced by www.atouchofmagicentertainment.com

Mixed Nuts!

June 28, 2019, 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM @ Great Hall - 2nd Floor

A TOUCH OF MAGIC, INC. PRESENTS MIXED NUTS! Friday, June 28, 10:30am or 1:30pm* (*ASL). (30 min.) All ages The afternoon program will be ASL interpreted. What is everyone laughing about? It’s the Midwest’s favorite Kid’s Comedy duo, Mixed Nuts, from A Touch of Magic Entertainment. Join us for physical comedy, age-appropriate humor and uproarious audience participation! "Mixed Nuts" (aka Mark & Lori) have tickled funny bones throughout the region with their special blend of hilarious hijinks, guaranteed to produce side-splitting laughter in ages 4-94! Mixed Nuts is produced by www.atouchofmagicentertainment.com