Community Resource Outreach Project (CROP)

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

Homework Center

Homework Centers are comfortable spaces at the library where students of all ages can drop in and work on their homework independently or with the help of volunteer tutors. The centers are equipped with comfortable furniture, computers, printers, reference books, and s......More

Homework Centers are comfortable spaces at the library where students of all ages can drop in and work on their homework independently or with the help of volunteer tutors. The centers are equipped with comfortable furniture, computers, printers, reference books, and school supplies for student use. Quick registration upon first visit.

Artist-in-Residence: Victor Yepez

Local artist Victor Yepez leads this program twice a week, focusing on found object sculpture. Participants will learn new art skills while creating their own original work! All supplies are provided, and no prior experience is necessary—all teens are welcome! There is......More

Local artist Victor Yepez leads this program twice a week, focusing on found object sculpture. Participants will learn new art skills while creating their own original work! All supplies are provided, and no prior experience is necessary—all teens are welcome! There is no need to register; you can join at any time. Victor Yepez will be available in the Createch Studio on Mondays and Wednesdays, 4-6 pm.   This program is offered in partnership with COMPAS Arts and is made possible by the McNeely Foundation.

Community Health Services with M Health Fairview

Stop by the M Health Fairview table in the lobby of the Sun Ray Library to chat with healthcare providers about nutrition or medication, check your blood pressure, or get a hand massage. Free COVID-19 vaccines are available for people ages 12 and up, and free flu vacci......More

Stop by the M Health Fairview table in the lobby of the Sun Ray Library to chat with healthcare providers about nutrition or medication, check your blood pressure, or get a hand massage. Free COVID-19 vaccines are available for people ages 12 and up, and free flu vaccines are available for people 6 months and up through flu season.

ECFE at the Library

Drop in to an ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) class at the library! Learn about library resources and connect with books and materials while participating in parent-child activities and experiences that foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, physical, ......More

Drop in to an ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) class at the library! Learn about library resources and connect with books and materials while participating in parent-child activities and experiences that foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language skills. All classes are taught by licensed early childhood teachers and parent educators through Saint Paul Community Education and Saint Paul Public Schools. This class is intended for parents/caregivers and children newborn to kindergarten age. 

Open Lab

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

Need help getting connected, navigating online tools, or finding resources? We're here to help! Please Drop-in to Open Lab: ​ Access to computers, Wi-Fi, printers, and more ​ Have comfortable spaces to job search, interview(zoom), 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! Walk-ins and appointments are welcome.

Homework Center

Homework Centers are comfortable spaces at the library where students of all ages can drop in and work on their homework independently or with the help of volunteer tutors. The centers are equipped with comfortable furniture, computers, printers, reference books, and s......More

Homework Centers are comfortable spaces at the library where students of all ages can drop in and work on their homework independently or with the help of volunteer tutors. The centers are equipped with comfortable furniture, computers, printers, reference books, and school supplies for student use. Quick registration upon first visit.

Craft Circle

Come work on your crafting projects in a community setting at Sun Ray Library! Bring whatever project you’re working on and trade tips and tricks with other crafters. There will be a materials swap at each event, so bring any leftover materials you have that you’d l......More

Come work on your crafting projects in a community setting at Sun Ray Library! Bring whatever project you’re working on and trade tips and tricks with other crafters. There will be a materials swap at each event, so bring any leftover materials you have that you’d like to share.

FunLab!

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

Coffee and Crosswords

Start your Saturday off right with crossword puzzles, sudoku, and other brain games alongside a cup of coffee! ​*Coffee and cups are provided - however, bringing your own lidded cup is encouraged*​

Community Resource Outreach Project (CROP)

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

Homework Center

Homework Centers are comfortable spaces at the library where students of all ages can drop in and work on their homework independently or with the help of volunteer tutors. The centers are equipped with comfortable furniture, computers, printers, reference books, and s......More

Homework Centers are comfortable spaces at the library where students of all ages can drop in and work on their homework independently or with the help of volunteer tutors. The centers are equipped with comfortable furniture, computers, printers, reference books, and school supplies for student use. Quick registration upon first visit.

Open Lab

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

Need help getting connected, navigating online tools, or finding resources? We're here to help! Please Drop-in to Open Lab: ​ Access to computers, Wi-Fi, printers, and more ​ Have comfortable spaces to job search, interview(zoom), 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! Walk-ins and appointments are welcome.

Homework Center

Homework Centers are comfortable spaces at the library where students of all ages can drop in and work on their homework independently or with the help of volunteer tutors. The centers are equipped with comfortable furniture, computers, printers, reference books, and s......More

Homework Centers are comfortable spaces at the library where students of all ages can drop in and work on their homework independently or with the help of volunteer tutors. The centers are equipped with comfortable furniture, computers, printers, reference books, and school supplies for student use. Quick registration upon first visit.

FunLab!

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