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Featured Friends of HCL Events

Pen Pals

Hernan Diaz

May 5-6
Ticketed Event - In-person + Virtual
Talk of the Stacks

Katie Kitamura

Jun 5
Free Event - In-Person + Virtual
Gavin Kaysen headshot by Erin Kincheloe

An Evening with Gavin Kaysen ● June 17

A Cocktail Fundraiser

Please join us for an intimate evening with Gavin Kaysen, James Beard Award-winning chef and founder of Spoon & Stable, Demi, and Mara. Enjoy an indoor and outdoor experience at the private residence of Tom and Mary Racciatti—a beautiful Mill District penthouse with panoramic views. The evening features an intimate cooking demonstration by Gavin Kaysen, hors d'oeuvres, and an open bar. All guests willl take home a special gift—a signed copy of The Synergy Series, Chef Kaysen's latest book. Proceeds benefit Hennepin County Library.

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Pen Pals

The highly acclaimed and longest running literary series in the Twin Cities returns for the 25th season! Enjoy today’s brightest literary talents in thought-provoking, candid conversations. Proceeds from Pen Pals benefit our nationally-acclaimed Hennepin County Library.

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Talk of the Stacks

Talk of the Stacks is an award-winning author series featuring some of today's most vibrant literary voices. It's a free reading series committed to connecting extraordinary authors with a community of readers at the library. 

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Free Library Events

Looking to join your neighbors for a free event at a local library location? Hennepin County Library hosts dozens of programs and events each month at its 41 libraries. Browse or search Hennepin County Library's events calendar by clicking below!

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