Playdate @ West 7th

Play and make new friends with other children at the West 7th Library! Playdate @ West 7th is a time for families with young children to socialize and play together. Geared towards toddlers and preschoolers, but siblings are welcome!

Family Storytime

Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun. These developmentally appropriate programs help your little one get ready for school and life by reading and playing. Recommended ages 0-5.  Storytime will......More

Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun. These developmentally appropriate programs help your little one get ready for school and life by reading and playing. Recommended ages 0-5.  Storytime will be in Room 112 of the West 7th Community Center. The storytime will last 30-45 minutes. Families are invited to check out materials and play in the West 7th Library space afterwards. 

Playdate @ West 7th

Play and make new friends with other children at the West 7th Library! Playdate @ West 7th is a time for families with young children to socialize and play together. Geared towards toddlers and preschoolers, but siblings are welcome!

Family Storytime

Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun. These developmentally appropriate programs help your little one get ready for school and life by reading and playing. Recommended ages 0-5.  Storytime will......More

Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun. These developmentally appropriate programs help your little one get ready for school and life by reading and playing. Recommended ages 0-5.  Storytime will be in Room 112 of the West 7th Community Center. The storytime will last 30-45 minutes. Families are invited to check out materials and play in the West 7th Library space afterwards. 

Playdate @ West 7th

Play and make new friends with other children at the West 7th Library! Playdate @ West 7th is a time for families with young children to socialize and play together. Geared towards toddlers and preschoolers, but siblings are welcome!

Family Storytime

Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun. These developmentally appropriate programs help your little one get ready for school and life by reading and playing. Recommended ages 0-5.  Storytime will......More

Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun. These developmentally appropriate programs help your little one get ready for school and life by reading and playing. Recommended ages 0-5.  Storytime will be in Room 112 of the West 7th Community Center. The storytime will last 30-45 minutes. Families are invited to check out materials and play in the West 7th Library space afterwards. 

Mini ECFE Class

ECFE at the library! You and your little one can sing, play, and learn in community with these drop-in Early Childhood Family Education classes led by educators from Saint Paul Public Schools.  Geared for ages 0-5.

Friday Movie Night: The Wild Robot!

Join West 7th Library and Keystone Community Services for our featured movie: The Wild Robot! One Friday night a month we'll show our favorite movies on the big screen in the gym. Bring your favorite blanket & snacks--and wear your pajamas if you like.

Mini ECFE Class

ECFE at the library! You and your little one can sing, play, and learn in community with these drop-in Early Childhood Family Education classes led by educators from Saint Paul Public Schools.  Geared for ages 0-5.

Playdate @ West 7th

Play and make new friends with other children at the West 7th Library! Playdate @ West 7th is a time for families with young children to socialize and play together. Geared towards toddlers and preschoolers, but siblings are welcome!

Family Storytime

Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun. These developmentally appropriate programs help your little one get ready for school and life by reading and playing. Recommended ages 0-5.  Storytime will......More

Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun. These developmentally appropriate programs help your little one get ready for school and life by reading and playing. Recommended ages 0-5.  Storytime will be in Room 112 of the West 7th Community Center. The storytime will last 30-45 minutes. Families are invited to check out materials and play in the West 7th Library space afterwards. 

Jody's Film Series

Jody's Film Series Presents: Best Leftovers Ever! Director: Steve Hryniewicz (Running time 32 min.) Could you turn someone else's leftovers into something tastily different -- in 30 min.? Well a pastor, bartender and event designer sure give it a go. First, leftov......More

Jody's Film Series Presents: Best Leftovers Ever! Director: Steve Hryniewicz (Running time 32 min.) Could you turn someone else's leftovers into something tastily different -- in 30 min.? Well a pastor, bartender and event designer sure give it a go. First, leftovers from a kid's birthday party (including the cake) into a brunch and cocktail. Then, leftover takeout into an elegant dinner. And you, dear audience, guess who win this challenge before it's all over. **Please note that the location for this film has temporarily changed to Hamline United Methodist Church as Merriam Park meeting rooms undergo renovation.  1514 Englewood Ave, St Paul, MN 55104 Enjoy the free film, snacks and post-film discussion facilitated by Jody. Thanks to the collaboration of the Hamline Midway Elders and Merriam Park Library.

Playdate @ West 7th

Play and make new friends with other children at the West 7th Library! Playdate @ West 7th is a time for families with young children to socialize and play together. Geared towards toddlers and preschoolers, but siblings are welcome!

Ragamala Dance

Led by a Ragamala company member, this presentation introduces participants to South Indian classical dance. Participants have the opportunity to try out some of the intricate hand gestures of Bharatanatyam, and learn how to tell silent stories with their hands. This pr......More

Led by a Ragamala company member, this presentation introduces participants to South Indian classical dance. Participants have the opportunity to try out some of the intricate hand gestures of Bharatanatyam, and learn how to tell silent stories with their hands. This program is recommended for kids and families of all ages and is made possible by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Family Yoga @ W7

Bend, Breathe & Read: Family Yoga in the Library Let’s bend our bodies, open our minds, and get lost in a story! This interactive session invites children and parents to stretch, breathe, and engage their imagination as we bring stories to life through playful yoga ......More

Bend, Breathe & Read: Family Yoga in the Library Let’s bend our bodies, open our minds, and get lost in a story! This interactive session invites children and parents to stretch, breathe, and engage their imagination as we bring stories to life through playful yoga poses. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or brand new to the mat, this session is designed for all ages to enjoy together. Come ready to move, laugh, and explore a new way to connect with books and each other! No prior yoga experience is needed—just bring an open heart and a love for stories. Some mats will be provided, feel free to bring your own.

Family Storytime

Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun. These developmentally appropriate programs help your little one get ready for school and life by reading and playing. Recommended ages 0-5.  Storytime will......More

Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun. These developmentally appropriate programs help your little one get ready for school and life by reading and playing. Recommended ages 0-5.  Storytime will be in Room 112 of the West 7th Community Center. The storytime will last 30-45 minutes. Families are invited to check out materials and play in the West 7th Library space afterwards.