2026 Events
Please check back later for updates on our 2027 event programming!
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Middle School Book Events | TBD | Hastings Middle School
Middle school students, listen for updates from your teachers about events at school and in the community related to Where Wolves Don’t Die.
LeDuc History Book Club | Thursday, February 5, 6:30–7:30 p.m. | LeDuc Historic Estate
Join the LeDuc History Book Club for a lively discussion of Everything You Wanted to Know about Indians But Were Afraid to Ask in anticipation of Treuer’s visit to Hastings on 2/17.
Bad River Film Screening | Saturday, February 7, 9:30 a.m. | Hastings High School auditorium
This 90-min documentary chronicles the Wisconsin Bad River Band and its ongoing battle to save Lake Superior, the largest freshwater resource in America. Narrated by Quannah ChasingHorse and Edward Norton; written and directed by award-winning filmmaker, Mary Mazzio; and produced by Grant Hill and Allison Abner (writer for Narcos and West Wing).
Where Stories Meet Stewardship | Monday, February 9, 6-7:30 p.m. | Schaar’s Bluff Gathering Place
Join us for a night of environmental hope and action, as we learn about the history of the environment in Dakota County and hear about what local organizations are doing to make a difference. From small steps to big impact, discover how you can help.
Pleasant Hill Evening Book Group | Wednesday, February 11, 6–7 p.m. | Pleasant Hill Library | Old Mill Ruins Room
Join the Pleasant Hill Library’s Evening Book Group for a discussion of Everything You Wanted to Know about Indians But Were Afraid to Ask. New members are welcome. For adults. This is a great way to prepare for Treuer’s visit to Hastings on 2/17.
Nature’s Teas | Thursday, February 12, 5:30–6:30 p.m. | Pleasant Hill Library | Large Meeting Room
Learn about and taste a variety of teas you can craft from common native plants. Presented by Dakota County Parks. Registration required. Register via the library website (Click HERE). For adults and teens.
Author Visit: Anton Treuer
Author Visit: Anton Treuer
Tuesday, February 17, 6:30–8 p.m. | Hastings Arts Center
Anton Treuer, professor of Ojibwe and award- winning author, is coming to Hastings! After spending the day with middle school and high school students, he will join the community downtown to discuss his work and insights. He will sign books, and copies of his books will be for sale. Paid for by the Ruth and George Doffing Charitable Gift Fund and St Croix Valley Foundation.
Family Event | Friday, February 20, 6–7:30 p.m. | Hastings YMCA
Families with children in elementary school are invited to bring their young ones to the Y for pizza, books, and fun! Pizza will be served from 6–6:30, and then we’ll complete activities related to We are Water Protectors led by Carpenter Nature Center. You do not need to be a member of the Y, and no registration is required.
Intro to Beading | Saturday, February 21, 1-3:00 p.m. | Pleasant Hill Library | Large Meeting Room
Work with Ojibwe artist, Alicia De La Cruz, to make a beginner-friendly beading project from start to finish. Participants can choose to make loop earrings or a loop necklace. Presented by ArtStart. Registration required. Register via the library website (Click HERE). For youth ages 12–18.
High School Book Discussion | Tuesday, February 24, 2:45 p.m. | HHS Media Center
HHS students are invited to enjoy refreshments while discussing Treuer’s book and visit to Hastings.
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All events are free!
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Books are available for purchase at the YMCA and Tilden Community Center.
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