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African Drumming Workshop
African Drumming Workshop
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in an African Drumming Workshop taught by master drummer, Babatunde Lea Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-5:30pm beginning September 18th and continuing through the school year Open to all genders, 5th through 12th grade With the generous support of a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, we […]
Islam in America: “What You Always Wanted to Know About Islam and Muslims”
Islam in America: “What You Always Wanted to Know About Islam and Muslims”
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to a three part series presented by the ISLAMIC RESOURCE GROUP OF MINNESOTA "ISLAM IN AMERICA" These presentations will introduce us to what Muslims believe. They will explore basic terminology, demographics, and the differences between religion and cultural practice. Taught by local practicing Muslims, these presentations will provide […]
2 events,
Collaborating with ESFL in Events, Media, & Community Engagement
Collaborating with ESFL in Events, Media, & Community Engagement
Are you interested in collaborating with us on events and community activities? Please join us in deepening our programming through participating and taking leadership in any of the following projects: Event Promotion & Evaluation 1. Greeting event attendees 2. Assisting with sign-ins 3. Collecting event surveys 4. Recording Library events 5. Editing podcasts Media and […]
A Crime to Fit the Punishment (Film screening)
A Crime to Fit the Punishment (Film screening)
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to a screening and discussion of the documentary film A Crime to Fit the Punishment Wednesday, October 3, 7pm In September, East Side Freedom Library screened the "underground" classic labor film, "Salt of the Earth." It was made in 1954 by blacklisted writers, directors, cameramen, and actors, who […]
4 events,
African Drumming Workshop
African Drumming Workshop
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in an African Drumming Workshop taught by master drummer, Babatunde Lea Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-5:30pm beginning September 18th and continuing through the school year Open to all genders, 5th through 12th grade With the generous support of a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, we […]
Move To Amend Workshop: Abolitionist, Women’s Suffrage, Direct Election of Senators
Move To Amend Workshop: Abolitionist, Women’s Suffrage, Direct Election of Senators
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in a workshop organized and presented by Move to Amend: Democracy: What is It? Can We Have It? What Do We Need to Do? Session 3: Abolitionist, Women’s Suffrage, Direct Election of Senators Thursday, October 4th, 2018, 6-8pm Objectives: Learn from effective past movements: Abolitionist, Suffragist, […]
Collaborating with ESFL in Events, Media, & Community Engagement
Collaborating with ESFL in Events, Media, & Community Engagement
Are you interested in collaborating with us on events and community activities? Please join us in deepening our programming through participating and taking leadership in any of the following projects: Event Promotion & Evaluation 1. Greeting event attendees 2. Assisting with sign-ins 3. Collecting event surveys 4. Recording Library events 5. Editing podcasts Media and […]
Sensible Gun Reform: Exhibit Opening and Discussion of Art and Political Activism
Sensible Gun Reform: Exhibit Opening and Discussion of Art and Political Activism
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to a special art exhibit and public conversations SENSIBLE GUN REFORM WHAT DO WE NEED? WHEN DO WE NEED IT? featuring work by Melanie Bethke Last year, Florida high school students called out for national action in response to shootings at their school. Their passion and commitment seemed […]
3 events,
Mother Moose Storytime
Mother Moose Storytime
The East Side Freedom Library invites children and their adults to kick off the weekend with Mother Moose and Orso (the totally chill Freedom Dog) Minnesota author, Phyllis Root, wrote “One Duck Stuck” (illustrated by Jane Chapman). The Minnesota North Woods wetlands and animals are all stuck in the slippy sloppy muck and work together […]
Write a Great College Admissions Essay in a Few Hours (Workshop)
Write a Great College Admissions Essay in a Few Hours (Workshop)
"Write your college admissions essay efficiently in a supportive environment with an expert teacher. Find your voice and value your story." The first three Saturdays in October - the 6th, 13th, and 20th from 10AM to 1PM each day You must attend all three days. $10 suggested donation, but no one will be turned away. […]
Write a Great College Admissions Essay in a Few Hours (Workshop)
Write a Great College Admissions Essay in a Few Hours (Workshop)
"Write your college admissions essay efficiently in a supportive environment with an expert teacher. Find your voice and value your story." The first three Saturdays in October - the 6th, 13th, and 20th from 10AM to 1PM each day You must attend all three days. $10 suggested donation, but no one will be turned away. […]
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Equity in Education
Hispanic Heritage Month: Equity in Education
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to join us in celebrating We will reflect on the efforts of Latinx parents in the 1960s-1970s to promote EQUITY IN EDUCATION Sunday, October 7th, 2018 2:00PM-4:00PM We will hear from Jose Estrada about his participation in the class action lawsuit which led, finally, to "the Latino Consent […]
1 event,
Climate Justice in St. Paul
Climate Justice in St. Paul
The East Side Freedom Library and MN350 invite you to: Climate Justice in St. Paul Monday, October 8th, 2018, 6:30-8pm St. Paul Climate Justice meets monthly to connect with people who care about climate justice in our community and to identify local priorities for organizing and direct action. We are affiliated with MN350, part of […]
2 events,
African Drumming Workshop
African Drumming Workshop
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in an African Drumming Workshop taught by master drummer, Babatunde Lea Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-5:30pm beginning September 18th and continuing through the school year Open to all genders, 5th through 12th grade With the generous support of a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, we […]
Immigration and the Making of St. Paul (Class)
Immigration and the Making of St. Paul (Class)
The East Side Freedom Library, in collaboration with ISD 622 (North St. Paul, Maplewood, and Oakdale) invites you to a two-class learning opportunity Immigration and the Making of St. Paul Tuesdays, October 9th and 16th, 2018, 6:30-8:30pm Immigration is one of the most controversial issues in contemporary American life and politics. Take this opportunity to […]
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Discussion of Park Square Theater’s “The Agitators”
Discussion of Park Square Theater’s “The Agitators”
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to a discussion of the Park Square Theater production of THE AGITATORS Wednesday, October 10, 7PM Nothing changes if people are not talking about it. Young abolitionists when they met in the 1840s, Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass were full of hopes, dreams, and a common purpose. […]
3 events,
African Drumming Workshop
African Drumming Workshop
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in an African Drumming Workshop taught by master drummer, Babatunde Lea Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-5:30pm beginning September 18th and continuing through the school year Open to all genders, 5th through 12th grade With the generous support of a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, we […]
Move to Amend Workshop: Labor and Democracy
Move to Amend Workshop: Labor and Democracy
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in a workshop organized and presented by Move to Amend: Democracy: What is It? Can We Have It? What Do We Need to Do? Session 4: Labor and Democracy Thursday, October 11th, 2018, 6-8pm Objectives: Learn from an effective past social movement, the Labor Movement, and […]
Dan Kaufman Discusses “The Fall of Wisconsin: The Conservative Conquest of a Progressive Bastion and the Future of American Politics” (Book Event)
Dan Kaufman Discusses “The Fall of Wisconsin: The Conservative Conquest of a Progressive Bastion and the Future of American Politics” (Book Event)
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to meet Dan Kaufman and learn about his new book The Fall of Wisconsin: The Conservative Conquest of a Progressive Bastion and the Future of American Politics Thursday, October 11, 2018, 7:00pm For more than a century, Wisconsin had been known nationwide for its progressive ideas and government. […]
2 events,
Write a Great College Admissions Essay in a Few Hours (Workshop)
Write a Great College Admissions Essay in a Few Hours (Workshop)
"Write your college admissions essay efficiently in a supportive environment with an expert teacher. Find your voice and value your story." The first three Saturdays in October - the 6th, 13th, and 20th from 10AM to 1PM each day You must attend all three days. $10 suggested donation, but no one will be turned away. […]
East Side Stories: A Selection of Digital Videos by East Side Youth
East Side Stories: A Selection of Digital Videos by East Side Youth
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to a special event EAST SIDE STORIES A SELECTION OF DIGITAL VIDEOS BY EAST SIDE YOUTH Saturday, October 13, 1 to 3PM Over the past four years, members of East Side communities have come to ESFL to tell their stories. They have used visual art, weaving, music, dance, […]
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Sonic Expressions: An Invitation to Explore (Music)
Sonic Expressions: An Invitation to Explore (Music)
The East Side Freedom Library calls out to musicians and music lovers Join us for Sonic Expressions: An Invitation to Explore Sunday, October 14th, 2018, 6:30 to 8:30pm You are invited to join the improvising spirits of Le Voyage as they explore the possibilities for connection and communication in sound. Bring your musical instruments, your […]
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Sensible Gun Reform: Panel Discussion on Gun Violence and the Possibilities of Reform
Sensible Gun Reform: Panel Discussion on Gun Violence and the Possibilities of Reform
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to a special art exhibit and public conversations SENSIBLE GUN REFORM WHAT DO WE NEED? WHEN DO WE NEED IT? featuring work by Melanie Bethke Last year, Florida high school students called out for national action in response to shootings at their school. Their passion and commitment seemed […]
2 events,
African Drumming Workshop
African Drumming Workshop
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in an African Drumming Workshop taught by master drummer, Babatunde Lea Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-5:30pm beginning September 18th and continuing through the school year Open to all genders, 5th through 12th grade With the generous support of a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, we […]
Immigration and the Making of St. Paul (Class)
Immigration and the Making of St. Paul (Class)
The East Side Freedom Library, in collaboration with ISD 622 (North St. Paul, Maplewood, and Oakdale) invites you to a two-class learning opportunity Immigration and the Making of St. Paul Tuesdays, October 9th and 16th, 2018, 6:30-8:30pm Immigration is one of the most controversial issues in contemporary American life and politics. Take this opportunity to […]
2 events,
African Drumming Workshop
African Drumming Workshop
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in an African Drumming Workshop taught by master drummer, Babatunde Lea Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-5:30pm beginning September 18th and continuing through the school year Open to all genders, 5th through 12th grade With the generous support of a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, we […]
Move to Amend Workshop: Intersectional Solidarity Organizing and Anti-Oppression — Building a Culture of Trust and Safe Spaces
Move to Amend Workshop: Intersectional Solidarity Organizing and Anti-Oppression — Building a Culture of Trust and Safe Spaces
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in a workshop organized and presented by Move to Amend: Democracy: What is It? Can We Have It? What Do We Need to Do? Session 5: Intersectional Solidarity Organizing and Anti-Oppression -- Building a Culture of Trust and Safe Spaces Thursday, October 18th, 2018, 6-8pm Objectives: […]
1 event,
African Drumming Workshop
African Drumming Workshop
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in an African Drumming Workshop taught by master drummer, Babatunde Lea Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-5:30pm beginning September 18th and continuing through the school year Open to all genders, 5th through 12th grade With the generous support of a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, we […]
2 events,
African Drumming Workshop
African Drumming Workshop
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in an African Drumming Workshop taught by master drummer, Babatunde Lea Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-5:30pm beginning September 18th and continuing through the school year Open to all genders, 5th through 12th grade With the generous support of a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, we […]
Move to Amend Workshop: Division and Co-option
Move to Amend Workshop: Division and Co-option
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in a workshop organized and presented by Move to Amend: Democracy: What is It? Can We Have It? What Do We Need to Do? Session 6: Division and Co-option Thursday, October 25th, 2018, 6-8pm Objectives: Explore the ways that social justice movements can be co-opted, and […]
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Human Proof Fence: Opening Celebration and Discussion (Art Exhibit)
Human Proof Fence: Opening Celebration and Discussion (Art Exhibit)
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to join us for the opening celebration and discussion of the commissioned art exhibition "HUMAN PROOF FENCE" FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 7PM ESFL founders have long been haunted by the 2002 Australian film, "Rabbit Proof Fence," which told the story of three mixed race Aboriginal girls who escaped from […]
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Le Voyage (Music)
Le Voyage (Music)
East Side Freedom Library invites you to a performance by the talented musicians of Le Voyage Sunday, October 28, 2018, 7 to 9:00pm Le Voyage is a collection of improvising musicians who ignore genre as they explore the possibilities for connection and communication in sound. The group is organized by drummer Steve Hirsh and includes […]
2 events,
African Drumming Workshop
African Drumming Workshop
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in an African Drumming Workshop taught by master drummer, Babatunde Lea Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-5:30pm beginning September 18th and continuing through the school year Open to all genders, 5th through 12th grade With the generous support of a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, we […]
4th Anniversary Benefit Celebration – Featuring Patricia Hampl
4th Anniversary Benefit Celebration – Featuring Patricia Hampl
Registration is now closed for this event, as we have reached capacity. If you would still like to contribute to the 4th Anniversary, visit our Donate page with our thanks! The evening begins with refreshments and conversation at 6:30 PM, followed by a brief presentation about the work of the East Side Freedom Library at […]
1 event,
African Drumming Workshop
African Drumming Workshop
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in an African Drumming Workshop taught by master drummer, Babatunde Lea Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-5:30pm beginning September 18th and continuing through the school year Open to all genders, 5th through 12th grade With the generous support of a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, we […]
2 events,
Immigration: Then and Now – The Past, Present, and Future of Payne Avenue (Walking Tour)
Immigration: Then and Now – The Past, Present, and Future of Payne Avenue (Walking Tour)
The East Side Freedom Library and Brunson’s Pub invite you to a walking tour Immigration: Then and Now The Past, Present, and Future of Payne Avenue Sunday, November 4, 2018, 11am - 12:30pm For more than 150 years, immigrants have planted their dreams and transplanted their cultures, from Swede Hollow to Arlington Hills. Join ESFL […]
Logan’s Law: The Challenges of Second Parent Adoption by Same-Sex Couples
Logan’s Law: The Challenges of Second Parent Adoption by Same-Sex Couples
The East Side Freedom Library invites you to a special presentation Logan’s Law: The Challenges of Second Parent Adoption by Same-Sex Couples Nikki Graf, Parent and East Side Activist Sunday, November 4th, 2018, 1-3pm Please join us for a lovely afternoon to learn, discuss, and create a plan to change the world for families and […]
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