Lake Agassiz Regional Library

10/23/2026

Happy Friends of Libraries Week! Lake Agassiz Regional Library is proud to be supported by a number of advocacy and support groups across our region, which fundraise and raise awareness in support of their local libraries.

Without further ado, special thanks to...

✨ Friends of the Breckenridge Public Library, who provided supplies, prizes, tools, refreshments and much more in support of the library's programming.

✨ Friends of the Crookston Public Library for their many fundraising efforts, including supporting new outdoor signage for the library (more coming soon!). The Friends also provide prizes, refreshments and support for programming, including the Summer Reading Program.

✨ Detroit Lakes Library Club for their many years of supporting library programming - since 1907!

✨ Detroit Lakes Library Foundation for their ongoing support of the Detroit Lakes Public Library, including their sponsorship of the Summer Reading Program in Detroit Lakes, support for the Detroit Lakes Library Book Bike and the fantastic updates to the library’s Once Upon a Child Sculpture.

✨Friends of the Moorhead Library for supporting the library during its first year in The Loop - the new home of the Moorhead Public Library. The Friends work tirelessly to raise money through book sales and their annual fundraising event, A Novel Evening. In addition to fundraising the Friends provide volunteers for library events throughout the year. The Friends of the Moorhead Library also received second place for this year's MN Association of Library Friends' annual Evy Nordley Award for Best Project for their 2026 Giving Hearts Day campaign and Jeanne Aske was honored as a Standout Friend.

We couldn’t achieve our mission of enriching lives and strengthening communities without the help of our Friends! If you’d like to join one of these impactful groups, please contact your local LARL library to get connected.

10/22/2026

Are you planning on attending the One Book, One Community "Birth of Loud" Author Presentation by Ian S. Port this evening? Here's where to park and how at navigate construction!

The Birth of Loud" Author Presentation by Ian S. Port
📍MSUM, Weld Hall, 1201 6th Ave S, Moorhead, MN

Free parking is available in lots G-3, G-5 and M-5 on the MSUM campus. However, due to a road closure at the intersection of 6th Ave. S. and 11th St. S., attendees will need to use the following routes to access parking in lots M-5, G-5, and G-3:

- If coming from the west, use 7th Ave. S., to access the G-3 parking lot.
- If coming from the east, use 14th St., 17th St. or 20th St. to access 6th Ave. S. and then park in lot M-5 or travel further along 6th Ave. S., using the gravel road to lot G-5.

Note: attendees with mobility concerns are encouraged to park in the M-5 parking lot.

Attendees can access Weld Hall using either the new, north entrance or the south entrance.

Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.
Seating is first come, first served. A book signing will follow the event.
Admission is free; books will be available for purchase.

https://1book1community.org/
1 Book, 1 Community: Fargo Moorhead West Fargo

10/21/2026

Hey there, Bagley! The Bagley Public Library now has a page. Follow the library to stay up-to-date on events, new books and more!

10/21/2026

Ready to trace your family tree, but not sure where to start? 🛠️📜

This month we're celebrating Family History Month and your library makes it it easy (and completely free) to bring your ancestors' stories to life.

🔹 Premium Databases: Free access to Ancestry.com, FamilySearch, ProQuest, and the Minnesota Digital Library
🔹 Local Archives: Dive into historical local newspapers and records using our microfilm readers at select locations
🔹 Genealogy Events: Explore our calendar at larl.org/lje5

Your story is waiting to be found. Visit larl.org/genealogy to get started! 🔍📖

10/19/2026

ICYMI! If you weren't able to join us for last week's Rock Band Poster Artist Panel, you can watch a video of the event here:

https://youtu.be/-2Pj6v17HCg?si=dGWlaqyHZ15d4ISg

Special thanks to Markus Krueger and the Clay County Historical Society for partnering on this amazing event!

Artists Amy Jo, Lonny Unitas, Justin Seng, Amber Fletschock, and Mi...

10/15/2026

Ever wondered about the stories hidden in your family tree? 🌳✨

October is Family History Month, and your library card is the ultimate key to unlocking your past! Whether you’re just starting your genealogy journey or trying to break through a tricky brick wall, we’ve got the tools to help you discover where you came from.

🔍 Explore Free Databases: Access premium genealogy research tools completely free with your library card, including Ancestry.com:
🔗larl.org/genealogy

📚 Recommended Reading: Check out our list of books on genealogy, local history, and family research methods:
🔗larl.org/GenealogyResources

Have you discovered any surprising family history? Let us know! 👇

10/09/2026

All library locations will be closed Monday, October 12 for Staff Development.