Nature lovers age 55 and older are invited to join us for FREE coffee or tea and a cookie, a program or concert, and an optional opportunity to take a 45-60 minute guided tour of the Nature Center trails on one of our two access vehicles. Featured program: Erin Rupp from Pollinate Minnesota will be […]

Tim Ruzek, outreach coordinator for the Cedar River Watershed District, will share a variety of stories related to the Cedar River in Mower County, working his way down from Ramsey Mill Pond to Austin Mill Pond to the stretch west of Lyle. Even for long-time Austin residents, you're likely to learn something new. Call 507-433-2370 […]

$15.00Thursday, July 20 from 1pm-3pmGeared towards ages 15+Instructor: Deb D’SouzaCome spend an afternoon experimenting with fused glass. We supply everything you will need for cutting, shaping, and assembling 4”x4” fused glass works. Space is limited, registering ahead of time is recommended.

Get outside and discover nature with your child! Enjoy free activities such as canoe & kayak rentals, scooping for pond critters, archery on select days, butterfly netting, crayfish hunting, survival games, art activities, and self-guided nature trail activities. Feature of the day:  Erin Rupp from Pollinate Minnesota will be in town fascinating her younger audience […]

Open to all Ages Program features a presentation with a live Eagle

Feature Movie is A Wrinkle in TimeCall the library for more information at 433-2391

Featured Movie - Onward (2020)

You are invited to attend these FREE Events at Shirley Theel Park. Bring your family and let's rock the block.  There will be community resources, neighbors to meet, activities for kids, and dinner will be served. These events are sponsored a variety of community partners!

Open to all Ages Program features a presentation with a live Eagle

Featured Movie - Onward (2020)

The Austin Public Library will be attendance at the weekly Rolling Rec!  Each week will be at a different park.  https://www.aplmn.org/summer-reading

Come walk the trails with your family and try out a variety of survival-themed games and challenges like archery, throwing atlatl, mini-games and more in this enjoyable family fun day event! *Suggested donation of $20 per family. All proceeds will benefit the Dammen Summer Mentorship program.