Open Lab

Need help getting connected, navigating online tools, or finding career resources?  We’re here to help!  ​ Access to computers, Wi-Fi, printers, and more  Quiet space to job search, interview, and work on your resume Connect to people and resources to hel......More

Need help getting connected, navigating online tools, or finding career resources?  We’re here to help!  ​ Access to computers, Wi-Fi, printers, and more  Quiet space to job search, interview, and work on your resume Connect to people and resources to help you land your next job Navigating technology use (Email, Google Drive, Office, etc.)​​ Call 651-558-2223 to make an appointment or stop by during Open Lab Hours.

Public Health in Public Places

This partnership with Ramsey County Public Health brings in public health nurses and a community worker into our space where patrons can learn more about navigating health literacy, get referrals or make appointments for service providers, get testing done to identify ......More

This partnership with Ramsey County Public Health brings in public health nurses and a community worker into our space where patrons can learn more about navigating health literacy, get referrals or make appointments for service providers, get testing done to identify health needs, connect with a health worker who can help build their own health knowledge and more. 

FunLab!

Drop in to hang out and make cool stuff at FunLab! Featuring crafts, science experiments, engineering projects, video games, and more. This STEAM drop-in program is designed for ages 7-11. Wednesdays at Rice Street 3-5

Public Health in Public Places

This partnership with Ramsey County Public Health brings in public health nurses and a community worker into our space where patrons can learn more about navigating health literacy, get referrals or make appointments for service providers, get testing done to identify ......More

This partnership with Ramsey County Public Health brings in public health nurses and a community worker into our space where patrons can learn more about navigating health literacy, get referrals or make appointments for service providers, get testing done to identify health needs, connect with a health worker who can help build their own health knowledge and more. 

Public Health in Public Places

This partnership with Ramsey County Public Health brings in public health nurses and a community worker into our space where patrons can learn more about navigating health literacy, get referrals or make appointments for service providers, get testing done to identify ......More

This partnership with Ramsey County Public Health brings in public health nurses and a community worker into our space where patrons can learn more about navigating health literacy, get referrals or make appointments for service providers, get testing done to identify health needs, connect with a health worker who can help build their own health knowledge and more. 

FunLab!

Drop in to hang out and make cool stuff at FunLab! Featuring crafts, science experiments, engineering projects, video games, and more. This STEAM drop-in program is designed for ages 7-11. Wednesdays at Rice Street 3-5

In the Heart of the Beast - Createch

In the Heart of the Beast: Start with water, flour, newspaper, paint. Add a large measure of IMAGINATION and a dollop of ARTISTRY to make STORIES about our world come ALIVE through PUPPETS. This is in the Heart of the Beast's over 50-year-old puppet recipe. Create you......More

In the Heart of the Beast: Start with water, flour, newspaper, paint. Add a large measure of IMAGINATION and a dollop of ARTISTRY to make STORIES about our world come ALIVE through PUPPETS. This is in the Heart of the Beast's over 50-year-old puppet recipe. Create your own puppet using this recipe, get expert advice from In the Heart of the Beast teaching artists, and bring the story inside of you to life.  For ages 12-18.

Public Health in Public Places

This partnership with Ramsey County Public Health brings in public health nurses and a community worker into our space where patrons can learn more about navigating health literacy, get referrals or make appointments for service providers, get testing done to identify ......More

This partnership with Ramsey County Public Health brings in public health nurses and a community worker into our space where patrons can learn more about navigating health literacy, get referrals or make appointments for service providers, get testing done to identify health needs, connect with a health worker who can help build their own health knowledge and more. 

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.

Open Lab

Need help getting connected, navigating online tools, or finding career resources?  We’re here to help!  ​ Access to computers, Wi-Fi, printers, and more  Quiet space to job search, interview, and work on your resume Connect to people and resources to hel......More

Need help getting connected, navigating online tools, or finding career resources?  We’re here to help!  ​ Access to computers, Wi-Fi, printers, and more  Quiet space to job search, interview, and work on your resume Connect to people and resources to help you land your next job Navigating technology use (Email, Google Drive, Office, etc.)​​ Call 651-558-2223 to make an appointment or stop by during Open Lab Hours.

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.

Storytime

Join us on Saturday for Storytime! Build literacy skills as a family! In storytime we read, sing and play together to grow a love of reading and learning while having fun, socializing and building skills. Recommended for ages 0-6. Storytime will be followed by Tot Tim......More

Join us on Saturday for Storytime! Build literacy skills as a family! In storytime we read, sing and play together to grow a love of reading and learning while having fun, socializing and building skills. Recommended for ages 0-6. Storytime will be followed by Tot Time where families can meet other families and play with various toys.

Tot Time

Join us in this free play time where young children and their families can explore, play, lean, and have fun together. Come and play with various toys, make art, and meet other families. 

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.

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.

Open Lab @ North End Laundry

We’re here to help you! Access to computers to check your emails Brush up on your resume, job searches, and more Connect to resources to help you land your next opportunity Navigating technology use (Email, Google drive, unfamiliar websites, devices, etc.) Vi......More

We’re here to help you! Access to computers to check your emails Brush up on your resume, job searches, and more Connect to resources to help you land your next opportunity Navigating technology use (Email, Google drive, unfamiliar websites, devices, etc.) Visit us at the North End Laundromat every other Sunday mornings.

Open Lab: Basic Computer Class

If you are new to the computer world or simply need to show you are proficient in a basic computer skill, this course was created for you! Plus, you get to learn about “clouds”, social media, and how to safely use the internet using the NorthStar curriculum. This class......More

If you are new to the computer world or simply need to show you are proficient in a basic computer skill, this course was created for you! Plus, you get to learn about “clouds”, social media, and how to safely use the internet using the NorthStar curriculum. This class is facilitated by the Open Lab and Rice Street staff. In this class attendees will learn: Basic computer skills Email navigation skills Stay safe on the internet skills Certificates will be given upon completion of each assessment for skills learned. Registration is optional but recommended. For more information, please contact Edmond Ngeh at 651-558-2223 or [email protected]. *All skill levels are welcome!

Open Lab

Need help getting connected, navigating online tools, or finding career resources?  We’re here to help!  ​ Access to computers, Wi-Fi, printers, and more  Quiet space to job search, interview, and work on your resume Connect to people and resources to hel......More

Need help getting connected, navigating online tools, or finding career resources?  We’re here to help!  ​ Access to computers, Wi-Fi, printers, and more  Quiet space to job search, interview, and work on your resume Connect to people and resources to help you land your next job Navigating technology use (Email, Google Drive, Office, etc.)​​ Call 651-558-2223 to make an appointment or stop by during Open Lab Hours.

Public Health in Public Places

This partnership with Ramsey County Public Health brings in public health nurses and a community worker into our space where patrons can learn more about navigating health literacy, get referrals or make appointments for service providers, get testing done to identify ......More

This partnership with Ramsey County Public Health brings in public health nurses and a community worker into our space where patrons can learn more about navigating health literacy, get referrals or make appointments for service providers, get testing done to identify health needs, connect with a health worker who can help build their own health knowledge and more.