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 notification or get updates for 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!

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 (rob.lynett@peopleincorporated.org) 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.

3D Design Basics with Tinkercad

Did you ever wonder how people make objects to be 3D printed? Let's learn together! In this three-part learning circle series, participants will learn basic 3D modeling skills by using the free tool Tinkercad to create a simple......More

Did you ever wonder how people make objects to be 3D printed? Let's learn together! In this three-part learning circle series, participants will learn basic 3D modeling skills by using the free tool Tinkercad to create a simple 3D object from scratch. Registration is required! Sign up for the course through Peer 2 Peer University (P2PU): 3D Design Basics with Tinkercad Attendees are encouraged to create a free Tinkercad account before the first class.

Level Up: Low Tech

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

Hang out, mess around, and geek out at the George Latimer Central Library! Every fourth Wednesday of the month experience a tech free Level Up. 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!

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.

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 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.

Tech Support by Ramsey County Tech Squad

Need tech assistance? Drop into the library for help from the Ramsey County Tech Squad! Tech Help is for ALL tablets, smartphones, and laptops. Bring your questions, problems and concerns.

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 (rob.lynett@peopleincorporated.org) 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.

Learn 3D Printing

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

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

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.

Saturday Vibe: Snake Discovery

Snake, Rattle, & Roll is Snake Discovery’s most popular program and focuses on the reptiles and amphibians that call Minnesota and Wisconsin home. The audience will get to watch a salamander eat, debunk turtle myths, touch snakes, and more! We bring a tiger salamander,......More

Snake, Rattle, & Roll is Snake Discovery’s most popular program and focuses on the reptiles and amphibians that call Minnesota and Wisconsin home. The audience will get to watch a salamander eat, debunk turtle myths, touch snakes, and more! We bring a tiger salamander, 1-2 native turtles 3-4 native snakes, and 2-4 exotic reptiles (just for fun). A large boa constrictor makes an appearance at this full-length (45 minute) program! Time is reserved after the presentation to touch and hold the reptiles for a truly hands-on experience! 

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 (rob.lynett@peopleincorporated.org) 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.