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: Cooking with Chef Blong

Grab your chef's hat and join Chef Blong in the kitchen as he teaches us how to prepare a meal using fresh ingredients you can grow in your own backyard! This is a free event for teens ages 12-18, no registration required. Space is limited, so come early to enjoy the f......More

Grab your chef's hat and join Chef Blong in the kitchen as he teaches us how to prepare a meal using fresh ingredients you can grow in your own backyard! This is a free event for teens ages 12-18, no registration required. Space is limited, so come early to enjoy the fun!

Lab After Dark: Fairy Lights

Make a summery light with mason jars and real dried flowers for your backyard, deck, balcony, or wherever you want! All materials will be provided. 

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 Inc. Radias Health Breaking Free MN Community Care Ramsey County Service Center Navigators SPPD COAST Unit Clinic 555 Women's Advocates Family Tree Clinic 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.

Urban Roots and St. Paul Public Library Garden Storytime

Join us for a weekly storytime and garden activity at the Urban Roots Children's Garden at the Rivoli Bluffs Farm and Restoration Site.

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.

Fitzgerald Around Saint Paul Walking Tours with Mark Taylor

Fitzgerald Around Saint Paul Walking Tours with Mark Taylor August 23, 2025 Start time options: 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 4:00 p.m. Cathedral Hill, Saint Paul ***To book, email Mark directly at [email protected] and mention The Friends. Enjoy t......More

Fitzgerald Around Saint Paul Walking Tours with Mark Taylor August 23, 2025 Start time options: 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 4:00 p.m. Cathedral Hill, Saint Paul ***To book, email Mark directly at [email protected] and mention The Friends. Enjoy the Minnesota summer and immerse yourself in the charm of the 1920s as Mark guides you through locations that played a significant role in Fitzgerald's life and novels. Fitzgerald walking tours cover a 1.5 mile loop and are capped at 20 people. The Friends will cover the usual $20 tour fee when you mention our name at booking. --- Gatsby at 100 2025 is the 100th anniversary of the publication of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s book The Great Gatsby. To mark this milestone, The Friends will convene a variety of programs that invite us to revisit the book and consider how its themes apply today. Learn more and browse programs here.

Share & Learn: Knitting and Crochet

Bring your projects and your questions! Our talented volunteer, Barb, will help your project take flight! We have yarn, needles, hooks and other supplies, or you can bring your own. This is a share and learn class with an opportunity to ask questions and get help w......More

Bring your projects and your questions! Our talented volunteer, Barb, will help your project take flight! We have yarn, needles, hooks and other supplies, or you can bring your own. This is a share and learn class with an opportunity to ask questions and get help with your project. Registration is not required but you can sign up to receive an email reminder or updates on any cancellations.

Saturday Vibe - Puppet Storytime

Join teaching artists from In the Heart of the Beast for music, movement, stories and puppets! We will engage in exploring puppets, singing familiar songs, finger plays and more, all in our historic Loki Puppet Stage. Children and caregivers are invited to participate,......More

Join teaching artists from In the Heart of the Beast for music, movement, stories and puppets! We will engage in exploring puppets, singing familiar songs, finger plays and more, all in our historic Loki Puppet Stage. Children and caregivers are invited to participate, meet other families and have fun!

Fitzgerald Around Saint Paul Walking Tours with Mark Taylor

Fitzgerald Around Saint Paul Walking Tours with Mark Taylor August 23, 2025 Start time options: 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 4:00 p.m. Cathedral Hill, Saint Paul ***To book, email Mark directly at [email protected] and mention The Friends. Enjoy t......More

Fitzgerald Around Saint Paul Walking Tours with Mark Taylor August 23, 2025 Start time options: 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 4:00 p.m. Cathedral Hill, Saint Paul ***To book, email Mark directly at [email protected] and mention The Friends. Enjoy the Minnesota summer and immerse yourself in the charm of the 1920s as Mark guides you through locations that played a significant role in Fitzgerald's life and novels. Fitzgerald walking tours cover a 1.5 mile loop and are capped at 20 people. The Friends will cover the usual $20 tour fee when you mention our name at booking. --- Gatsby at 100 2025 is the 100th anniversary of the publication of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s book The Great Gatsby. To mark this milestone, The Friends will convene a variety of programs that invite us to revisit the book and consider how its themes apply today. Learn more and browse programs here.

Learn Laser Engraving with Dennis

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

Fitzgerald Around Saint Paul Walking Tours with Mark Taylor

Fitzgerald Around Saint Paul Walking Tours with Mark Taylor August 23, 2025 Start time options: 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 4:00 p.m. Cathedral Hill, Saint Paul ***To book, email Mark directly at [email protected] and mention The Friends. Enjoy t......More

Fitzgerald Around Saint Paul Walking Tours with Mark Taylor August 23, 2025 Start time options: 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 4:00 p.m. Cathedral Hill, Saint Paul ***To book, email Mark directly at [email protected] and mention The Friends. Enjoy the Minnesota summer and immerse yourself in the charm of the 1920s as Mark guides you through locations that played a significant role in Fitzgerald's life and novels. Fitzgerald walking tours cover a 1.5 mile loop and are capped at 20 people. The Friends will cover the usual $20 tour fee when you mention our name at booking. --- Gatsby at 100 2025 is the 100th anniversary of the publication of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s book The Great Gatsby. To mark this milestone, The Friends will convene a variety of programs that invite us to revisit the book and consider how its themes apply today. Learn more and browse programs here.

Fitzgerald Around Saint Paul Walking Tours with Mark Taylor

Fitzgerald Around Saint Paul Walking Tours with Mark Taylor August 23, 2025 Start time options: 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 4:00 p.m. Cathedral Hill, Saint Paul ***To book, email Mark directly at [email protected] and mention The Friends. Enjoy t......More

Fitzgerald Around Saint Paul Walking Tours with Mark Taylor August 23, 2025 Start time options: 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 4:00 p.m. Cathedral Hill, Saint Paul ***To book, email Mark directly at [email protected] and mention The Friends. Enjoy the Minnesota summer and immerse yourself in the charm of the 1920s as Mark guides you through locations that played a significant role in Fitzgerald's life and novels. Fitzgerald walking tours cover a 1.5 mile loop and are capped at 20 people. The Friends will cover the usual $20 tour fee when you mention our name at booking. --- Gatsby at 100 2025 is the 100th anniversary of the publication of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s book The Great Gatsby. To mark this milestone, The Friends will convene a variety of programs that invite us to revisit the book and consider how its themes apply today. Learn more and browse programs here.

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 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. 

Craft Circle

Craft Circle 4th Wednesday of the month. 6-7:30 p.m. Carve out crafting time for your projects on the 4th Wednesday of the month! Please bring: Whatever you are working on at the moment! Get an accountabilibuddy! Stay motivated! Finish those works in progress.......More

Craft Circle 4th Wednesday of the month. 6-7:30 p.m. Carve out crafting time for your projects on the 4th Wednesday of the month! Please bring: Whatever you are working on at the moment! Get an accountabilibuddy! Stay motivated! Finish those works in progress. The Innovation Lab has some maker kits available for use, as well as art supplies and jigsaw puzzles for those who show up without a project. There will be a craft exchange at each session. Bring supplies you don't use anymore and take home some new ones! Registration not required, but you can register to get an email reminder of the event.