Cultural Work
Mindful Self-Compassion (Workshop)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesEast Side Freedom Library invites you to explore workshops in “Mindful Self-Compassion” with Patricia Enstad. Eastsider Patricia Enstad, a licensed social worker and teacher, will provide a lively introduction to the practices of Mindful Self-Compassion. She writes: “As we consider the important tasks that lie ahead, we will need to support our action with compassion […]
New Native Theatre Presents “Red Running into Water”
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesNew Native Theatre Presents Red Running into Water Written by Blossom Johnson and Directed by Rhiana Yazzie Wednesday, November 7th, 2018, 7:30pm "Nana, a young Navajo woman, refuses to be a statistic. Nana & the women of her family in the Red Running into Water clan reclaim their humanity & learn what it really means […]
Let’s Talk with Hmong Women: Spirituality
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThe East Side Freedom Library and Hnub Tshiab: Hmong Women Achieving Together invite you to participate in a conversation on: SPIRITUALITY Thursday, November 8th, 2018, 6:30pm-8:00pm All of these conversations are free and open to all. Let’s Talk with Hmong Women is a community engagement program of Hnub Tshiab: Hmong Women Achieving Together (HWAT). Our hope […]
Compassion on the Battlefield in WWII (Film)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThe East Side Freedom Library invites you to learn about a new film in the making Compassion on the Battlefield in WWII Thursday, November 8, 7PM Stephanie Manesis is producing/directing a WWII Documentary with a working title of "Compassion on the Battlefield in WWII." It will explore compassion on the battlefield between enemies. It will […]
Mindfulness Meditation: The Practice of Freedom (Workshop)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesMindfulness Meditation: The Practice of Freedom is an ongoing workshop series hosted by the East Side Freedom Library. Join us Fridays 9-10AM. The workshop will be led by Marc Anderson, a widely respected teacher of meditation. This gathering is open to everyone; no previous meditation experience is necessary. The sessions are drop in and offered on […]
Dharma Songs (Music)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThe East Side Freedom Library invites you to a special evening with Marc Anderson, the Urban Monk Dharma Songs Friday, November 9, 7 - 9PM Master percussionist / Zen priest / spiritual nomad - Marc Anderson; weaves tapestries of image and emotion in his crafted solo performance called Dharma Songs. Taking up themes of life, […]
“Human Proof Fence” Community Panel
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThe East Side Freedom Library invites you to tour the exhibit "HUMAN PROOF FENCE" and continue the conversation prompted by this art Saturday, November 10th, 1:00pm Community panel with members of several immigrant and refugee communities ESFL founders have long been haunted by the 2002 Australian film, "Rabbit Proof Fence," which told the story of […]
Book Geek Happy Hour(s)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesARE YOU THIRSTING FOR SOME TIME TO READ AND A CHANCE TO TALK ABOUT WHAT YOU'RE READING? The East Side Freedom Library invites you to our Book Geek Happy Hour(s) Sunday, November 11, 4 to 6PM Please join your friends, neighbors, collaborators, and, of course, Orso, the Library Dog Bring a book or […]
Mindful Self-Compassion (Workshop)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesEast Side Freedom Library invites you to explore workshops in “Mindful Self-Compassion” with Patricia Enstad. Eastsider Patricia Enstad, a licensed social worker and teacher, will provide a lively introduction to the practices of Mindful Self-Compassion. She writes: “As we consider the important tasks that lie ahead, we will need to support our action with compassion […]
Book Conversation: “When They Blew the Levee” by Todd Lawrence with Kanishka Chowdhury
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThe East Side Freedom Library invites you to A conversation between ESFL board member Todd Lawrence and his colleague Kanishka Chowdhury about Todd's new book, When They Blew the Levee: Race, Politics, and Community in Pinhook, Missouri Thursday, November 15, 7PM This new book contrasts conflicting narratives about a 2011 flood--one promoted by the Corps […]
Mindfulness Meditation: The Practice of Freedom (Workshop)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesMindfulness Meditation: The Practice of Freedom is an ongoing workshop series hosted by the East Side Freedom Library. Join us Fridays 9-10AM. The workshop will be led by Marc Anderson, a widely respected teacher of meditation. “Among all people, freedom is one of the highest values. The American ideal is based on liberty and […]
“Human Proof Fence” Conversation with Artists and Closing Celebration
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThe East Side Freedom Library invites you to tour the exhibit "HUMAN PROOF FENCE" and continue the conversation prompted by this art Friday, November 16th, 7:00pm Conversation with artists and closing celebration ESFL founders have long been haunted by the 2002 Australian film, "Rabbit Proof Fence," which told the story of three mixed race Aboriginal […]
*Location Change* Mindful Self-Compassion (Workshop)
Caydence Records & Coffee 900 Payne Ave, St. Paul, MNEast Side Freedom Library invites you to explore workshops in “Mindful Self-Compassion” with Patricia Enstad. Eastsider Patricia Enstad, a licensed social worker and teacher, will provide a lively introduction to the practices of Mindful Self-Compassion. She writes: “As we consider the important tasks that lie ahead, we will need to support our action with compassion […]
Mindful Self-Compassion (Workshop)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesEast Side Freedom Library invites you to explore workshops in “Mindful Self-Compassion” with Patricia Enstad. Eastsider Patricia Enstad, a licensed social worker and teacher, will provide a lively introduction to the practices of Mindful Self-Compassion. She writes: “As we consider the important tasks that lie ahead, we will need to support our action with compassion […]
Mindfulness Meditation: The Practice of Freedom (Workshop)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesMindfulness Meditation: The Practice of Freedom is an ongoing workshop series hosted by the East Side Freedom Library. Join us Fridays 9-10AM. The workshop will be led by Marc Anderson, a widely respected teacher of meditation. “Among all people, freedom is one of the highest values. The American ideal is based on liberty and […]
Celebration of Publication: Suzanne Gordon for “Wounds of War” (Book event)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesJoin us in a celebration of the publication of: Wounds of War Suzanne Gordon’s new book about the future of veterans’ healthcare in America. Friday, November 30th, 2018, 7:00-9:00pm Suzanne Gordon, author of Wounds of War, has written about veterans’ affairs for The Nation, The American Prospect, Washington Monthly, the Sacramento Bee, Boston Globe, and many […]
Book Geek Happy Hour(s)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesARE YOU THIRSTING FOR SOME TIME TO READ AND A CHANCE TO TALK ABOUT WHAT YOU'RE READING? The East Side Freedom Library invites you to our Book Geek Happy Hour(s) Sunday, December 2nd, 4 to 6PM Please join your friends, neighbors, collaborators, and, of course, Orso, the Library Dog Bring a book or […]
Presentation and Conversation: “Marie and Rosetta”
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThe East Side Freedom Library, in collaboration with On Stage: Creating a Community Dialogue Around Live Theater, invites you to a presentation and conversation: Marie and Rosetta Monday, December 3rd, 2018, 7:00PM - 8:00PM Join us for a stimulating theater presentation and discussion led by local theater artists Wendy Knox, Jamecia Bennett, and Maria Asp. […]
Islam in America: “Roots of Islam in America”
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThe East Side Freedom Library invites you to the last conversation in 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, […]
Mindful Self-Compassion (Workshop)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesEast Side Freedom Library invites you to explore workshops in “Mindful Self-Compassion” with Patricia Enstad. Eastsider Patricia Enstad, a licensed social worker and teacher, will provide a lively introduction to the practices of Mindful Self-Compassion. She writes: “As we consider the important tasks that lie ahead, we will need to support our action with compassion […]