Sewing with Susan

Learn how to sew! Our expert volunteer Susan will help you get started, or if you have UFO's (unfinished objects), you can get help finishing them! We have sewing machines available in the Innovation Lab, as well as some fabric, thread, buttons, etc., or you can bring ......More

Learn how to sew! Our expert volunteer Susan will help you get started, or if you have UFO's (unfinished objects), you can get help finishing them! We have sewing machines available in the Innovation Lab, as well as some fabric, thread, buttons, etc., or you can bring your own.

Saturday Vibe - Family Storytime

Literacy begins at a young age! You and your child will read, sing and play together to build a love of reading and learning while having fun and meeting other families. Recommended for ages 3-5, siblings welcome. 

Learn Laser Engraving with Dennis

Learn the basics of operating our Universal VLS 3.50 laser engraver/cutter. 

Talk with a Mental Health Professional

The library mental health professional (Rob Lynett, MA, LPCC) position is back! He will primarily work out of the Rondo Library and George Latimer Central Library. Office Hours are as follows: Mondays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at ......More

The library mental health professional (Rob Lynett, MA, LPCC) position is back! He will primarily work out of the Rondo Library and George Latimer Central Library. Office Hours are as follows: Mondays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Rondo Community Library Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at George Latimer Central Library Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Rondo Community Library Thursdays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at George Latimer Central Library Feel free to reach out to Rob by phone (651-583-4617) or email ([email protected]) to schedule appointments or with questions. Who is the Library Mental Health Professional? Saint Paul Public Library partners with People Incorporated to have a full-time mental health professional in library spaces. The professional serves an access point for patrons to connect with mental health and/or substance use services by completing comprehensive evaluations and making referrals for services. They can also be available to guide patrons in connecting with community resources tailored to their needs. Their expertise includes knowledge of public, private, and government organizations that can provide support.

Level Up: Low Tech

Hang out, mess around, and geek out at the George Latimer Central Library! Every Tuesday of the month experience a tech-free Level Up at the Library. These sessions will be focused on arts and crafts such as painting, miniatures, and fabrics. Stop in if you are looki......More

Hang out, mess around, and geek out at the George Latimer Central Library! Every Tuesday of the month experience a tech-free Level Up at the Library. These sessions will be focused on arts and crafts such as painting, miniatures, and fabrics. Stop in if you are looking for a free space to unplug!

Level Up at the Library

Hang out, mess around, and geek out at the George Latimer Central Library! Whether you enjoy video games, arts and crafts, or tech - we have something for you! We welcome everyone ages 12-18 to swing by and socialize. 

Lightbox Photography

Are you an artist or entrepreneur? Do you have items you’d like to feature on Etsy, your own website, or other online platform to sell or simply showcase? Then you should take the Lightbox Photography class at Central Library’s Innovation Lab. You will learn how to get......More

Are you an artist or entrepreneur? Do you have items you’d like to feature on Etsy, your own website, or other online platform to sell or simply showcase? Then you should take the Lightbox Photography class at Central Library’s Innovation Lab. You will learn how to get detailed, well-lit images of your crafts, art, jewelry, or other products using the lightbox in our Media Lab.

Drawing & Coloring Circle

Do you want to draw more? Would you like to experience the relaxation of coloring in the midst of a busy week? Join us! We will have prompts each month, or you can work on your own project. All materials provided, including coloring pages and a variety of drawing tools......More

Do you want to draw more? Would you like to experience the relaxation of coloring in the midst of a busy week? Join us! We will have prompts each month, or you can work on your own project. All materials provided, including coloring pages and a variety of drawing tools. No registration required.

Community Resource Outreach Project (CROP)

Join us for a cup of coffee and get assistance with services related to housing, shelter access, benefits, identification, healthcare, chemical dependency and more. Drop in assistance is available for people who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. Everyone......More

Join us for a cup of coffee and get assistance with services related to housing, shelter access, benefits, identification, healthcare, chemical dependency and more. Drop in assistance is available for people who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. Everyone welcome! Community partners: People Incorporated Radias Health Breaking Free MN Community Care Women's Advocates Ramsey County Homeless Probation

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Literacy begins at birth! You and your baby will read, sing and play together to build a love of reading and learning while having fun and meeting other families. Recommended for ages 0-2, siblings welcome.

Talk with a Mental Health Professional

Talk to the Library Mental Health Professional The library mental health professional (Rob Lynett, MA, LPCC) position is back! He will primarily work out of the Rondo Library and George Latimer Central Library. Office Hours are as follows: Mondays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00......More

Talk to the Library Mental Health Professional The library mental health professional (Rob Lynett, MA, LPCC) position is back! He will primarily work out of the Rondo Library and George Latimer Central Library. Office Hours are as follows: Mondays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Rondo Community Library Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at George Latimer Central Library Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Rondo Community Library Thursdays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at George Latimer Central Library Feel free to reach out to Rob by phone (651-583-4617) or email ([email protected]) to schedule appointments or with questions. Who is the Library Mental Health Professional? Saint Paul Public Library partners with People Incorporated to have a full-time mental health professional in library spaces. The professional serves an access point for patrons to connect with mental health and/or substance use services by completing comprehensive evaluations and making referrals for services. They can also be available to guide patrons in connecting with community resources tailored to their needs. Their expertise includes knowledge of public, private, and government organizations that can provide support.

Open Lab

Need help getting connected, navigating online tools, or finding career resources? We're here to help! ​Drop-in to Open Lab to: Access computers, Wi-Fi, printers, and more ​ Have comfortable spaces to job search, interview, work on your resume, and more Get help n......More

Need help getting connected, navigating online tools, or finding career resources? We're here to help! ​Drop-in to Open Lab to: Access computers, Wi-Fi, printers, and more ​ Have comfortable spaces to job search, interview, work on your resume, and more Get help navigating technology (Email, Google drive, Office, Zoom, etc.) Connect to people and resources to help you land your next opportunity

Learn 3D Printing

Learn the basics of operating our Ultimaker S3 and Lulzbot Mini 3D printers.

FunLab

Drop in to hang out and make cool stuff at FunLab! Featuring crafts, science experiments, engineering projects, video games, and more. This program is designed for ages 7-11.

Sewing Tips with Saphira

Our expert sewist Saphira will help you mend damaged items, or get you started with a new project! We have sewing machines available in the Innovation Lab, as well as some fabric, thread, buttons, etc., or you can bring your own. Registration is required.

Talk with a Mental Health Professional

The library mental health professional (Rob Lynett, MA, LPCC) position is back! He will primarily work out of the Rondo Library and George Latimer Central Library. Office Hours are as follows: Mondays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at ......More

The library mental health professional (Rob Lynett, MA, LPCC) position is back! He will primarily work out of the Rondo Library and George Latimer Central Library. Office Hours are as follows: Mondays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Rondo Community Library Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at George Latimer Central Library Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Rondo Community Library Thursdays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at George Latimer Central Library Feel free to reach out to Rob by phone (651-583-4617) or email ([email protected]) to schedule appointments or with questions. Who is the Library Mental Health Professional? Saint Paul Public Library partners with People Incorporated to have a full-time mental health professional in library spaces. The professional serves an access point for patrons to connect with mental health and/or substance use services by completing comprehensive evaluations and making referrals for services. They can also be available to guide patrons in connecting with community resources tailored to their needs. Their expertise includes knowledge of public, private, and government organizations that can provide support.

Level Up: Low Tech

Hang out, mess around, and geek out at the George Latimer Central Library! Every Tuesday of the month experience a tech-free Level Up at the Library. These sessions will be focused on arts and crafts such as painting, miniatures, and fabrics. Stop in if you are looki......More

Hang out, mess around, and geek out at the George Latimer Central Library! Every Tuesday of the month experience a tech-free Level Up at the Library. These sessions will be focused on arts and crafts such as painting, miniatures, and fabrics. Stop in if you are looking for a free space to unplug!