- Access to internet and Microsoft Office 2007 via computers - Adult reading programs - Books, eBooks, audiobooks, and DVDs available to check out - Children Services: Story times and summer reading programs - Computer Classes: Vary from beginner classes (Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Email basics) to classes on Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more - Copy machines available at all sites except Watertown - Homebound delivery available to anyone homebound for any reason - Interlibrary loan - Law library is located in the lower level of the Judicial Building in the Carver County Government Center and staffed by a law library paralegal - Magazine, newspaper, and encyclopedia articles - Meeting room - Teens: Events, programs, and classes for teens, including book clubs, Teen Advisory Group, etc. - Web access from home/business computers to search and reserve materials from on-line catalog; access to electronic databases in-library and remote - WiFi access?

The mission of Fosston Community Education is to encourage lifelong learning and community involvement for all ages. Possible class areas are: - Adult Basic Education - ABE and English as a Second Language - ESL classes - Adult general interest - Driver improvement classes (55 Alive) - Arts, crafts, cooking and sewing classes - Computer classes for adults - Dog obedience classes - General interest - Health and fitness - Aqua aerobics - Evening lap swim - Open swim - Yoga - Home brewing - School year youth programs - Chess and lego classes - Computer, math and science - Dance, drama, and music lessons - Ice skating/hockey - Middle school and high school activities/classes - Spanish

Provides a variety of community education classes including: - Adult personal enrichment, technology, crafts and foods/cooking - Adult fitness/sports, finances/business and trips - Aquatic classes - Youth enrichment including painting instruction - Youth sports/recreation

- IT Certification Training/IT Workforce Development: Provides free IT certification training classes for adults - Youth Programs: Partners with middle and high schools to provide IT certification training classes for students - Internships For Minnesota Tech for Success Graduates: Provides graduates of Minnesota Tech For Success paid professional internships

Provides a personalized approach to education and job training. Services include academic assistance, life-skill coaching, and job skills designed specifically for adults. Courses are provided in computer literacy, GED preparation, reading improvement, writing, business math, and memory improvement. Alcohol and drug free environment. Program also provides job preparation including help with resumes, career exploration, and interviewing, along with workshops on a variety of life skills and interests.

- ACT test preparation - Acting - Adapted sports/games - American Sign Language and German language instruction - Ballet - Basketball - Beadwork - Belly dancing - Bingo - Boxing - Bridge game - Chess - Computer classes - Cooking - Drawing - Exercise - Field trips - Figure skating - Gardening - General health education - Gymnastics - Homebuyer counseling - Jazz dancing - Karate - Mature driver training - Painting - Parenting skills classes - Sculpture - Self-defense - Sewing - Snowshoeing - Swimming lessons - T'ai Chi - Table tennis - Taekwondo - Volleyball - Writing - Yoga

Programming includes: - Arts and crafts - Babysitting classes - Computer classes - Cooking classes - Some activities may include parental involvement

Offers recreational activities for older adults. Activities offered include: - Bicycling club - Bingo - Book clubs - Card games - In-person or virtual caregiver support groups - Exercise classes such as Silver Sneakers Strength and Balance, Tai Chi, flexibility and strength, and yoga - Health insurance counseling - Knit and quilting - Line dancing - Legal information and resources - Ping pong - Outreach services such as referrals, mobile meals, and home visits - Special events - Technology assistance - Trips and community tours - Walking groups The Heritage Center is also available for rent for family parties, babyshowers, meetings, or a corporate event.

- Bookmobile provides 33 hours of service weekly at scheduled Bookmobile stops. Call or check website for schedule. - Computer classes available at most locations. Call or visit the Saint Paul Public Library website for dates/times. - Deaf and Hard of Hearing Collection at Merriam Park Branch Library - eBooks and eAudiobooks - Free GED and ESL classes in Rondo's electronic classroom. Call or visit website for schedule. ESL classes require pre-registration. - Freegal: Downloadable music with no returns available to those with a valid library card. Can download up to 3 songs a week. Visit library website for link. - Government document collection at Central Library - Homebound service - Internet access - Maintains collections of print and non-print materials - Microsoft Ease of Access features have been enabled on all public internet computers; assistive technology kits are available at all locations. Kits include large print keyboard, easy-use trackball mouse, magnifier with hi-power spot lens, and 3-led magnifiers. - Notary services at all locations except Bookmobile and Hayden Heights branch. Call for times. - Online databases, such as full text newspaper articles, available inside the libraries and from home, office, or school. - RBdigial Magazines: Full digital copies of nearly 100 magazines available for download with no subscription limits and no due dates - Reference service - Video cassettes, CDs, audio cassettes, and DVDs Additional adaptive technology resources available at the Arlington Hills, George Latimer Central, and Rondo Community libraries: - Assistive technology stations also offer a hands-free mouse, trackball mouse, scanner, speakers, headphones, adjustable chair, and table - Dragon NaturallySpeaking recognizes speech to create documents and emails, fill out forms, and navigate the web - JAWS reads computer screen aloud and provides verbal information about web pages - Kurzweil 1000 converts printed or electronic text into speech - Kurzweil 3000 assists students with language and other challenges with reading, writing and learning - Zoom Text magnifies text and reads it aloud - Visit website for branch location and hours

- Adult services, including consumer information - Children's services and programs, including story hour - Computer classes - Homebound service delivers audiobooks, books, magazines, movies, and other library materials to individuals who cannot get out of their homes - Information and entertainment through book loan, eBooks, newspapers, audiobooks, eMagazines, magazines, and videos - Interlibrary loan is used to request titles not owned by Anoka County Library - Library hold lockers for use outside of non-business hours at Johnsville, Mississippi, Northtown, and Saint Francis branches. - Microfilm readers and copy machines - Meeting space at Centennial, Crooked Lake, Johnsville, Mississippi, Northtown and Rum River branches - Public Internet access computers at each library available on a first come first serve basis. - Printers and copy machines available at each library - Reference center with access to government documents at Northtown - Wireless internet access is available at all libraries

- Art, baseball, basketball, cheerleading/dance, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, tennis, and volleyball day camps - Babysitting courses - Baseball - Bingo - Computer classes - Football - Guitar lessons - Photography instruction - Soccer - Softball - Summer recreational programs - Track and field - Volleyball

- Acting instruction - Computer training for individuals and businesses - Day camps in basketball, chess, football, horseback riding, mentoring - Defensive driving - Painting instruction - Swimming lessons - Tennis club - Yoga

Works to enhance the development of the individual through the many classes, activities, and programs offered for youth through adults. For Adults: - Computer and skills development classes - Recreational classes/activities - English language learning - GED and citizenship classes - Trips and activities for senior citizens - Big Buddy Volunteer Mentors For Youth: - Afterschool Adventures - grade K-6 - Dance - Preschool - 12th - Big Buddy Mentoring - ages 5-15 - Summer field trips - Teen Court - ages 13-18 - Skiing at Mount Kato - grade 7-12

- Access to Internet, wi-fi, printing, scanning, faxing - Book Discussion Groups: Afternoon "charter" book discussion group meetings. Evening group often hosts an author or speaker to further enhance that month's book selection. - Craft and cooking group education sessions - eBooks and digital streaming services - Take and make craft kits - Tech tutoring and classes - Various educational and entertainment programs throughout the year - Winter Jackets adult reading program - See website for calendar of events

- Bookmobile provides 33 hours of service weekly at scheduled Bookmobile stops. Call or check website for schedule. - Computer classes available at most locations. Call or visit the Saint Paul Public Library website for dates/times. - Deaf and Hard of Hearing Collection at Merriam Park Branch Library - eBooks and eAudiobooks - Free GED and ESL classes in Rondo's electronic classroom. Call or visit website for schedule. ESL classes require pre-registration. - Freegal: Downloadable music with no returns available to those with a valid library card. Can download up to 3 songs a week. Visit library website for link. - Government document collection at Central Library - Homebound service - Internet access - Maintains collections of print and non-print materials - Microsoft Ease of Access features have been enabled on all public internet computers; assistive technology kits are available at all locations. Kits include large print keyboard, easy-use trackball mouse, magnifier with hi-power spot lens, and 3-led magnifiers. - Notary services at all locations except Bookmobile and Hayden Heights branch. Call for times. - Online databases, such as full text newspaper articles, available inside the libraries and from home, office, or school. - RBdigial Magazines: Full digital copies of nearly 100 magazines available for download with no subscription limits and no due dates - Reference service - Video cassettes, CDs, audio cassettes, and DVDs Additional adaptive technology resources available at the Arlington Hills, George Latimer Central, and Rondo Community libraries: - Assistive technology stations also offer a hands-free mouse, trackball mouse, scanner, speakers, headphones, adjustable chair, and table - Dragon NaturallySpeaking recognizes speech to create documents and emails, fill out forms, and navigate the web - JAWS reads computer screen aloud and provides verbal information about web pages - Kurzweil 1000 converts printed or electronic text into speech - Kurzweil 3000 assists students with language and other challenges with reading, writing and learning - Zoom Text magnifies text and reads it aloud - Visit website for branch location and hours

- Healthy Movement Programming includes: - Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball - Open gym and physical activities - Outdoor and environmental education - Conflict resolution - Counseling - Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving - Nutrition program includes: - Healthy meal/snack served daily - Nutrition education and meal preparation - Gardening opportunities - K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies - K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program - Leadership/citizenship groups - Life skills education - Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress - Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school - "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention

Provides opportunities for lifelong learning enrichment including: Adult enrichment classes such as computer classes, exercise classes, driving courses, etc., Youth enrichment classes such as Lego Rogotics, craft classes, drivers training, youth sports: soccer, basketball, and flag football. The office for Community Education is located in the Elementary School office.

- Ballet, jazz dancing, and tap dancing - Swimming; contact MaryAnn at (320)568-2532 - Walking programs - Adult/child mentoring program - Baseball and softball - Archery, tennis, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and golf - Day camp - Computer classes - Mature driver training - Youth community service programs

Individualized job-seeker services, including: - Academic skill testing - Career counseling - College research - Creating resumes and cover letters - GED preparation - Hands-on computer classes - Job search skills development - Life skills training - Preparing for interviews

- Computer Classes: Business Resources, Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Word 2010, Your Library Online, and more - Copier and scanner - Home library service - iLab with makerspace technologies - Interlibrary loans - Online research tools - Print and non-print materials including regular and large print books, books on CD, paperbacks, music CDs, video games, audio tapes, DVDs, described videos, newspapers, pamphlets, and magazines - Public meeting rooms - Reference and information services including Internet and web access - Sponsors and hosts book clubs - Streaming and downloadable media (audiobooks, eBooks, movies, music, and television programs) - Storytimes and summer reading program for youth

Provides a full spectrum of learning options for community members in person and online. Adult Education services include: - Basic skills (math, reading, and writing) and computer training - Budgeting and financial literacy - GED preparation - Interview skills - Citizenship - College and career preparation - Creating a resume - English Language Learning (ELL)/English as a Second Language (ESL) -Industry-specific training such as entrepreneur training, carpentry, pre-apprenticeship, ServSafe food manager certification, and para-professional certification Adults set their own goals and work at their own pace. Instructors help adults explore and achieve their education goals.

- Basic computer skills training - Internet access - Job search information - Keyboarding, Microsoft Windows software applications including Excel, Access, PowerPoint

Employment counselors help SNAP clients in gaining skills and abilities to obtain employment to gain self-sufficiency, including: - Adult education ?- Budgeting assistance ?- Career planning ?- Computer classes ?- Interviewing skills ?- Job search assistance ?- Post-secondary education ?- Resume development ?- Short-term training ?- Support services ?- Transportation assistance ?- Vocational interest

Services include job counseling and career planning; job training and retraining, including basic computer skills, classroom training and on-the-job training

- AARP safe driving classes - Bi-monthly newsletter - Thompson Times - Creative Arts (Crafts, crocheting, knitting, watercolor/drawing instruction, etc.) - Discussion groups including Technology, Entertainment, and Design (TED Talks) - Enrichment and educational programs (Computer lab/tech assistance, language/culture, etc.) - Fitness classes including line dancing, walking clubs, and more - Foot care - Health insurance counseling - Intergenerational opportunities - Legal advice (Fraud/scam prevention, and self defense) - Musical performances and jam sessions - Mystery book club - Social and recreational activities including bingo, bridge (duplicate/open), hand and foot, mahjong, and more - Special events - Tax assistance - Trips and tours - Volunteering opportunities