Gaming Wednesdays

Join us to play board games and video games. You can bring your own board game or play one of the ones here. If you're interested in playing video games, we'll also have one of our systems, like the Nintendo Switch, set up. No prior gaming knowledge required. Snacks wi......More

Join us to play board games and video games. You can bring your own board game or play one of the ones here. If you're interested in playing video games, we'll also have one of our systems, like the Nintendo Switch, set up. No prior gaming knowledge required. Snacks will be provided. Open to anyone in grades 6-12. 

Knitting for Good

Do you love to knit (or crochet or quilt or sew)? Join us for this unique opportunity to gather with your crafty neighbors as we Knit for Good! Our drop-in group encourages you to bring your creative talents to support good causes, such as hats for premature babies ......More

Do you love to knit (or crochet or quilt or sew)? Join us for this unique opportunity to gather with your crafty neighbors as we Knit for Good! Our drop-in group encourages you to bring your creative talents to support good causes, such as hats for premature babies and welcome blankets. Bring your projects to work on during group time. All skill levels are welcome.

Drop-in Computer and Tech Help

Do you need extra help on the computer, tablet or other piece of technology? Are you searching for a job or working on a resume? Let us help answer your questions! Registration not required.

De-Stress Fest

For tweens and teens in grades 6-12. Study for your final exams and enjoy some study breaks that include snacks and relaxing crafts.

Knitting for Good

Do you love to knit (or crochet or quilt or sew)? Join us for this unique opportunity to gather with your crafty neighbors as we Knit for Good! Our drop-in group encourages you to bring your creative talents to support good causes, such as hats for premature babies ......More

Do you love to knit (or crochet or quilt or sew)? Join us for this unique opportunity to gather with your crafty neighbors as we Knit for Good! Our drop-in group encourages you to bring your creative talents to support good causes, such as hats for premature babies and welcome blankets. Bring your projects to work on during group time. All skill levels are welcome.

Chess Club

Make a move and come play chess at the library! Kids and caregivers are invited to practice your chess skills with some new partners and each other. Beginners welcome, drop-in anytime during the session.  Appropriate for ages 5 and older. Sessions are run by Bill Nar......More

Make a move and come play chess at the library! Kids and caregivers are invited to practice your chess skills with some new partners and each other. Beginners welcome, drop-in anytime during the session.  Appropriate for ages 5 and older. Sessions are run by Bill Nara and the CSGA group.

David Ekdahl- Shoreview art show

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures ......More

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures spring from found basswood and a variety of species forged near local rivers. Although the artist hold a graduate degree in painting from St. Cloud State University, he is self-taught as a carver. His tools consist of a utitity knife, woodburner, torch, watercolor and stains. 

David Ekdahl- Shoreview art show

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures ......More

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures spring from found basswood and a variety of species forged near local rivers. Although the artist hold a graduate degree in painting from St. Cloud State University, he is self-taught as a carver. His tools consist of a utitity knife, woodburner, torch, watercolor and stains. 

Family Storytime Guest: Snake, Rattle and Roll with Snake Discovery

Come and meet some reptile friends with Snake Discovery. This program 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!   No registration require......More

Come and meet some reptile friends with Snake Discovery. This program 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!   No registration required. 

Drop-in Computer and Tech Help

Do you need extra help on the computer, tablet or other piece of technology? Are you searching for a job or working on a resume? Let us help answer your questions! Registration not required.

David Ekdahl- Shoreview art show

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures ......More

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures spring from found basswood and a variety of species forged near local rivers. Although the artist hold a graduate degree in painting from St. Cloud State University, he is self-taught as a carver. His tools consist of a utitity knife, woodburner, torch, watercolor and stains. 

MakerTeen

For tweens and teens in grades 6-12. MakerTeen is all about being creative, making new things, and using high-tech and low-tech tools to change your world. Join us for weekly hangouts where we will chat, make together, and share creations. Each week we will have a di......More

For tweens and teens in grades 6-12. MakerTeen is all about being creative, making new things, and using high-tech and low-tech tools to change your world. Join us for weekly hangouts where we will chat, make together, and share creations. Each week we will have a different project. All supplies will be provided. This program is funded by the Ramsey County Library Friends.

Family Storytime: Wendy's Wiggle, Jiggle & Jam

Get ready to move, sing, jump and jam with Wendy at this special storytime event! Appropriate for ages 2-5.  No registration is required.

David Ekdahl- Shoreview art show

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures ......More

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures spring from found basswood and a variety of species forged near local rivers. Although the artist hold a graduate degree in painting from St. Cloud State University, he is self-taught as a carver. His tools consist of a utitity knife, woodburner, torch, watercolor and stains. 

Gaming Wednesdays

Join us to play board games and video games. You can bring your own board game or play one of the ones here. If you're interested in playing video games, we'll also have one of our systems, like the Nintendo Switch, set up. No prior gaming knowledge required. Snacks wi......More

Join us to play board games and video games. You can bring your own board game or play one of the ones here. If you're interested in playing video games, we'll also have one of our systems, like the Nintendo Switch, set up. No prior gaming knowledge required. Snacks will be provided. Open to anyone in grades 6-12. 

U of MN Extension Volunteer Gardeners Present: Container Gardens

Gardens can be grown anywhere. Come and learn the basics of designing, selecting plants and pots, and caring for container gardens for season-long satisfaction, no matter where you grow. This class is offered by the U of M Extension volunteers of Ramsey County, who are......More

Gardens can be grown anywhere. Come and learn the basics of designing, selecting plants and pots, and caring for container gardens for season-long satisfaction, no matter where you grow. This class is offered by the U of M Extension volunteers of Ramsey County, who are eager to share research-based gardening best practices with the people in their community.

David Ekdahl- Shoreview art show

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures ......More

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures spring from found basswood and a variety of species forged near local rivers. Although the artist hold a graduate degree in painting from St. Cloud State University, he is self-taught as a carver. His tools consist of a utitity knife, woodburner, torch, watercolor and stains. 

David Ekdahl- Shoreview art show

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures ......More

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures spring from found basswood and a variety of species forged near local rivers. Although the artist hold a graduate degree in painting from St. Cloud State University, he is self-taught as a carver. His tools consist of a utitity knife, woodburner, torch, watercolor and stains. 

David Ekdahl- Shoreview art show

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures ......More

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures spring from found basswood and a variety of species forged near local rivers. Although the artist hold a graduate degree in painting from St. Cloud State University, he is self-taught as a carver. His tools consist of a utitity knife, woodburner, torch, watercolor and stains. 

Family Storytime

A fun, dynamic program that includes books, songs, fingerplays, storytelling and movement activities to get kids fired up about reading while providing a strong foundation in early literacy skills. Appropriate for ages 2-5.  No registration required.

Drop-in Computer and Tech Help

Do you need extra help on the computer, tablet or other piece of technology? Are you searching for a job or working on a resume? Let us help answer your questions! Registration not required.

David Ekdahl- Shoreview art show

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures ......More

St. Paul artist David Ekdahl's carved wood totems are influenced by mythology, the movies and a pastiche of global cultures.  Their titles- Poor Clown, Minotaur and the Columbus Stick, for example-suggest the artist's thoughts as his pieces take shape. David's figures spring from found basswood and a variety of species forged near local rivers. Although the artist hold a graduate degree in painting from St. Cloud State University, he is self-taught as a carver. His tools consist of a utitity knife, woodburner, torch, watercolor and stains. 

Guest MakerTeen: Needle Felted Landscapes: Painting with Wool 

Dive into the lush, tactile world of needle felting in this easy, introductory fiber arts program! Using cruelty free, hand dyed wool our teaching artist will show us how to select and prepare our fiber, lay down our ground, and build our image. Participants will blend......More

Dive into the lush, tactile world of needle felting in this easy, introductory fiber arts program! Using cruelty free, hand dyed wool our teaching artist will show us how to select and prepare our fiber, lay down our ground, and build our image. Participants will blend fibers to create custom colors, add novelty materials to build texture, and even have a chance to add some embroidered details! Finished landscapes will around 6” x 6”. Program will be taught by a teaching artist from eHoltART. Space is limited. Registration required. Program is open to anyone in grades 6-12. Program is funded with money from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Family Storytime

A fun, dynamic program that includes books, songs, fingerplays, storytelling and movement activities to get kids fired up about reading while providing a strong foundation in early literacy skills. Appropriate for ages 2-5.  No registration required.