BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Minnesota Humanities Center - ECPv6.17.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Minnesota Humanities Center
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.mnhum.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Minnesota Humanities Center
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Chicago
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20250309T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20251102T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20260308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20261101T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20270314T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20271107T070000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260811
DTSTAMP:20260302T143943Z
CREATED:20251222T205640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T143943Z
UID:10000611-1781740800-1786406399@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Itasca - We Are Water MN
DESCRIPTION:The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: MN DNR Itasca State Park and U of M Itasca Biological Station \nAs we reach the height of summer in Minnesota\, We Are Water MN travels north to a deeply significant site for water in our state: the headwaters of the mighty Mississippi River! The water found at Lake Itasca begins here and flows on its winding way 2552 miles to the Gulf of Mexico. Join the thousands of visitors from all over the state\, country\, and world this summer and see the We Are Water MN exhibit next to the serenity and natural beauty of Lake Itasca\, a national landmark. \nThis hosting will be within Itasca State Park\, run by the DNR\, and co-led by the U of M Itasca Biological Station\, an active field station devoted to research and teaching on how ecosystems work\, with an eye to cultivating an appreciation of their value and preservation for future generations. Itasca Station has been in operation since 1907 and is one of the oldest continuously operational field stations in the United States of America. \nAbout We Are Water MN?\nWe are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture\, Health\, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension. \nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/park-rapids-we-are-water-mn/
LOCATION:Itasca State Park\, 36750 Main Park Drive\, Park Rapids\, MN\, 56470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,Traveling Exhibits,We Are Water MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T113000
DTSTAMP:20260728T141817Z
CREATED:20260706T145030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T141817Z
UID:10000704-1785578400-1785583800@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Park Rapids - Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Nature journaling is a meditative practice that sharpens observation of the natural world through drawing and writing. On the shores of Lake Itasca\, we’ll explore life on land and in the lake – and the connections between them. Whether you’re new or experienced\, join us to practice in this inspiring setting. This event is led by Dr. Jennifer Powers\, Itasca Drawn to Nature instructor and Professor of Plant and Microbial Biology at the University of Minnesota. Note: a limited supply of journaling notebooks and colored pencils will be provided. Feel free to bring your own supplies too! \nHost Partner: MN DNR Itasca State Park and U of M Itasca Biological Station \nAbout We Are Water MN?\nWe are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture\, Health\, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension. \nWe are Water MN is paid for by the Clean Water\, Land\, & Legacy Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008. \nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/park-rapids-nature-journaling/
LOCATION:Itasca State Park\, 36750 Main Park Drive\, Park Rapids\, MN\, 56470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Traveling Exhibits,We Are Water MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/event_we_are_water_nature_journaling.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T143000
DTSTAMP:20260728T141246Z
CREATED:20260706T145017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T141246Z
UID:10000702-1786021200-1786026600@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Park Rapids - Wet and Wild Mississippi River Day
DESCRIPTION:Come explore water and life along the Mississippi River at a variety of information and activity stations. Learn about water\, wildlife\, plants and people that make the river home. This come-and-go event is family-friendly and has activities for all ages. \nAbout We Are Water MN?\nWe are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture\, Health\, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension. \nWe are Water MN is paid for by the Clean Water\, Land\, & Legacy Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008. \nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/park-rapids-wet-and-wild-mississippi-river-day/
LOCATION:Itasca State Park\, 36750 Main Park Drive\, Park Rapids\, MN\, 56470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,Traveling Exhibits,We Are Water MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/event_we_are_water_wet_wild_mississippi.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTSTAMP:20251222T205647Z
CREATED:20251222T205647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T205647Z
UID:10000612-1786579200-1791244799@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Little Falls - We Are Water MN
DESCRIPTION:The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: Great River Arts \nAs the summer comes to a close and fall sets in\, join We Are Water MN at Great River Arts (GRA) in Little Fall\, where creativity meets community. GRA exists to enrich lives through the arts and become the art hub for the Morrison County area\, playing a significant role in sustaining the community’s artistic and economic vibrancy. From live theater and music performances to continuous visual art exhibits\, art classes for youth and adults\, and now the We Are Water MN exhibit\, come see how all of the wonderful things that happen when water and art meet! \nWe are especially excited that the exhibit will be in town during the annual and always highly anticipated Little Falls Arts and Crafts Fair\, September 12-13. We look forward to bringing We Are Water MN to the thousands of art enthusiasts visiting the heart of downtown Little Falls. \nFor this hosting\, Great River Arts is partnered with the City of Little Falls\, the Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls\, and the Morrison Soil & Water Conservation District. \nAbout We Are Water MN?\nWe are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture\, Health\, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension. \nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/little-falls-we-are-water-mn/
LOCATION:Great River Arts\, 122 1st Street SE\, Little Falls\, MN\, 56345\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,Traveling Exhibits,We Are Water MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261201
DTSTAMP:20260728T140941Z
CREATED:20251222T205655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T140941Z
UID:10000613-1791417600-1796083199@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Blaine - We Are Water MN
DESCRIPTION:The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: Anoka County Library \nWe Are Water MN will round out its 2026 tour at the Northtown Library in Blaine! Anoka County Libraries exist to serve their communities and connect them to resources and learning\, and We Are Water MN is no exception\, bringing water education and engagement to the library. Fun fact: Anoka County is the 4th largest county in the state of Minnesota\, comprised of over 360\,000 residents! Libraries are naturally places people go to learn\, and we look forward to seeing the many water related resources\, books\, book discussions\, and beyond! \nThough most of the programming at Northtown will happen indoors\, the library also features beautiful outdoor grounds\, with a pond and Shoreline Buffer Garden that are on library premises. Join us outside for nature programming! \nAbout We Are Water MN?\nWe are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture\, Health\, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension. \nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/blaine-we-are-water-mn/
LOCATION:Northtown Library\, 711 County Hwy 10 NE\, Blaine\, MN\, 55434\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Kid Friendly,Traveling Exhibits,Twin Cities Metro,We Are Water MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T133000
DTSTAMP:20261002T142855Z
CREATED:20260924T181127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T142855Z
UID:10000777-1791628200-1791639000@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Blaine - We are Water Exhibit Opening with Keynote Author Kao Kalia Yang
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to help celebrate the launch of the We Are Water Exhibit at Anoka County Northtown Library! The event is kicked off by keynote speaker Kao Kalia Yang\, author of Where Rivers Part and winner of the 2025 Minnesota Book Award in the memoir category. After the keynote\, explore the exhibit\, visit the water tasting bar\, and learn about water issues from community partners Coon Creek Watershed District\, City of Spring Lake Park\, Anoka County Transportation\, MN Department of Agriculture\, and Anoka Conservation District. \nSchedule of Events: \n10:30 a.m. Keynote by Minnesota Author Kao Kalia Yang\n10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Visit a Street Sweeper & Snow Plow\n11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Nitrate Well Water Testing – Run your water for at least 5 minutes and bring a 1 cup cold sample in a solid sealed container\n11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Water Bar Tasting\n12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Pond Dipping – Identify tiny pond creatures with a magnifying glass \nKao Kalia Yang is the writer of of Where Rivers Part and winner of the 2025 Minnesota Book Award in the memoir category. Additionally\, she is the author of the memoirs The Latehomecomer: A Hmong Family Memoir\, The Song Poet\, and Somewhere in the Unknown World. Yang is also the author of the children’s books A Map Into the World\, The Shared Room\, The Most Beautiful Thing\, Yang Warriors\, and From the Tops of the Trees. She co-edited the ground-breaking collection What God is Honored Here?: Writings on Miscarriage and Infant Loss By and For Native Women and Women of Color. Yang’s work has been recognized by the National Endowment for the Arts\, the National Book Critics Circle Award\, the Chautauqua Prize\, the PEN USA literary awards\, the Dayton’s Literary Peace Prize\, as Notable Books by the American Library Association\, Kirkus Best Books of the Year\, the Heartland Bookseller’s Award\, and garnered four Minnesota Book Awards. Kao Kalia Yang lives in Minnesota. \nWe Are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture\, Health\, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension. We are Water MN is paid for by the Clean Water Fund\, part of the Clean Water\, Land\, & Legacy Amendment that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008. \nRegistration\nThis event is free and open to the public. Registration with Anoka County Library required to reserve a seat for Kao Kalia Yang’s keynote. \nQuestions: civics@mnhum.org  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/blaine-we-are-water-exhibit-opening-with-keynote-author-kao-kalia-yang/
LOCATION:Northtown Library\, 711 County Hwy 10 NE\, Blaine\, MN\, 55434\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Traveling Exhibits,Twin Cities Metro,We Are Water MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/event_we_are_water_kao_kalia_yang.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T180000
DTSTAMP:20260928T160659Z
CREATED:20260928T160659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T160659Z
UID:10000780-1792083600-1792087200@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Blaine - Youth Yoga & Mindfulness Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Anoka County Northtown Library for a restorative youth (ages 5-12) yoga and mindfulness session that gently flows through intention setting\, reflective journaling\, and a water‑inspired movement practice. Finish the program with creating a DIY Rain stick craft. \nWear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat if you have one. \nAnoka County Library strives to ensure that all visitors are able to access library resources\, services\, and programs. Assistive technology and program accommodations are available at many library locations as outlined here. Please call the library branch hosting the program at least two weeks prior to an event if there are additional accommodations we can provide for you to fully participate. \nWe Are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture\, Health\, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension. We are Water MN is paid for by the Clean Water Fund\, part of the Clean Water\, Land\, & Legacy Amendment that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration with the Northtown Library is required. Space is limited. \nQuestions: civics@mnhum.org  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/blaine-youth-yoga-mindfulness-workshop/
LOCATION:Northtown Library\, 711 County Hwy 10 NE\, Blaine\, MN\, 55434\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Kid Friendly,Traveling Exhibits,Twin Cities Metro,We Are Water MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/event_we_are_water_youth_yoga_2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T180000
DTSTAMP:20260928T155700Z
CREATED:20260928T155700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T155700Z
UID:10000779-1793293200-1793296800@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Blaine - Let's Celebrate Minnesota Water / Celebremos el agua de Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:Join Anoka County Northtown Library for a bilingual (Spanish and English) celebration of all things Minnesota water! There will be a treasure hunt\, Spanish vocabulary practice\, music\, and activities with Minda Gomez\, author of Treasure of the North\, the fourth book in the Martinez Kids Adventures book series! The program will be focused on K-2\, but all ages are welcome. \nAnoka County Library strives to ensure that all visitors are able to access library resources\, services\, and programs. Assistive technology and program accommodations are available at many library locations\, as outlined on our library accessibility page. Please call the library branch hosting the program at least two weeks prior to an event if there are additional accommodations we can provide for you to fully participate. \nMinda Gomez lives in Minnesota with her husband Moisés and their three bilingual kids. Their family has created their own brand of “Mexigringo” as they blend their Papi’s Mexican culture with their Mami’s Minnesotan culture. Minda is a teacher of English Learners at a local elementary school. She has taught second grade in Mexico and volunteered in Guatemala\, Peru\, and other parts of Latin America. Minda is passionate about teaching children to be proud of their bilingual superpowers. She is hopeful that her readers and her own kids will identify with the Martinez family and remember that speaking more than one language is one of the many things that can make a kid special. \nWe Are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture\, Health\, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension. We are Water MN is paid for by the Clean Water Fund\, part of the Clean Water\, Land\, & Legacy Amendment that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration with the Northtown Library is required. \nQuestions: civics@mnhum.org  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/blaine-lets-celebrate-minnesota-water-celebremos-el-agua-de-minnesota/
LOCATION:Northtown Library\, 711 County Hwy 10 NE\, Blaine\, MN\, 55434\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Kid Friendly,Traveling Exhibits,Twin Cities Metro,We Are Water MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/event_we_are_water_celebremos_el_agua_de_mn_2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T190000
DTSTAMP:20260928T194843Z
CREATED:20260928T194843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T194843Z
UID:10000781-1793642400-1793646000@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Blaine - Grounded in History: How Geology Informs Today's Water Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Learn about how glaciers impacted the surface geology of Anoka County! Geologist Carrie Jennings will describe how tunnels beneath ice sheets and ice-dammed lakes left a legacy on our surface and groundwater. \nCarrie Jennings is dedicated to translating science into policy and action to preserve water resources for Freshwater\, a 52-year-old Minnesota non-profit. A licensed professional geologist\, she applies her understanding of geology and hydrogeology to policy to reduce surface-water pollution and improve groundwater sustainability. \nAnoka County Library strives to ensure that all visitors are able to access library resources\, services\, and programs. Assistive technology and program accommodations are available at many library locations\, as outlined on our library accessibility page. Please call the library branch hosting the program at least two weeks prior to an event if there are additional accommodations we can provide for you to fully participate. \nWe Are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture\, Health\, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension. We are Water MN is paid for by the Clean Water Fund\, part of the Clean Water\, Land\, & Legacy Amendment that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration with the Northtown Library is required. \nQuestions: civics@mnhum.org  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/blaine-grounded-in-history-how-geology-informs-todays-water-challenges/
LOCATION:Northtown Library\, 711 County Hwy 10 NE\, Blaine\, MN\, 55434\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Traveling Exhibits,Twin Cities Metro,We Are Water MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/event_we_are_water_grounded_in_history_2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR