Paj Ntaub: The Art of Storytelling (Online Exhibition Launch)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesEast Side Freedom Library and Hmong Archives proudly presents: "PAJ NTAUB: The Art of Storytelling," a fundraiser and launch of a new online exhibition.
Women From the Center: Marcie Rendon’s Murder on the Red River
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesJoin us for a book reading and discussion with author Marcie R. Rendon, featuring her new novel, MURDER ON THE RED RIVER, which has just been published by Cinco Puntos Press. “Murder on the Red River” is the debut fiction, mystery book by Marcie R. Rendon, a former recipient of the Loft’s Inroads Writers of […]
Women From the Center: Marcie Rendon’s Murder on the Red River
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesJoin us for a book reading and discussion with author Marcie R. Rendon, featuring her new novel, MURDER ON THE RED RIVER, which has just been published by Cinco Puntos Press. “Murder on the Red River” is the debut fiction, mystery book by Marcie R. Rendon, a former recipient of the Loft’s Inroads Writers of […]
My People Are My Home– Labor movie night!
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesMy PEOPLE ARE MY HOME (Meridel LeSueur). This 45 minute creative documentary, made in 1976 by a Twin Cities women’s film collective, follows the text of several of Meridel’s writings woven with images of Midwestern people, particularly working class women. It captures and represents Meridel’s work with the artistic depth and edge it deserves. Free […]
My People Are My Home– Labor movie night!
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesMy PEOPLE ARE MY HOME (Meridel LeSueur). This 45 minute creative documentary, made in 1976 by a Twin Cities women’s film collective, follows the text of several of Meridel’s writings woven with images of Midwestern people, particularly working class women. It captures and represents Meridel’s work with the artistic depth and edge it deserves. Neala […]
SHHH! Sing Harmony, Hungry Hearts! (Song Circle)
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesJoin us for a monthly community song circle: SHHH! Sing Harmony, Hungry Hearts! Gatherings are every first Thursday of the month at 7PM. We will gather together to use our voices to sing our truth, practice the act of welcoming others, and adapting to the needs of all present. The voice you speak with is […]
Storytelling through Vinyl and Film: Searching for Sugar Man
A Greener Read Used Bookstore 506 Kenny Road, Saint Paul, MN, United StatesA monthly collaboration with A Greener Read Bookstore & East Side Freedom Library! 5pm at A Greener Read Bookstore >> Meet for Happy Hour and listening to music. Our focus will be a mix of South African music and folk music. 7pm at the East Side Freedom Library >> Screen the 2012 documentary about a […]
Storytelling through Vinyl and Film: Searching for Sugar Man
A Greener Read Used Bookstore 506 Kenny Road, Saint Paul, MN, United StatesA monthly collaboration with A Greener Read Bookstore & East Side Freedom Library! 5pm at A Greener Read Bookstore >> Meet for Happy Hour and listening to music. Our focus will be a mix of South African music and folk music. 7pm at the East Side Freedom Library >> Screen the 2012 documentary about a […]
Immigrant and Labor History: A Walking Tour of Payne Avenue
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesEast Side Freedom Library and St. Paul Public Schools Community Education invite you to "Immigrant and Labor History: A Walking Tour of Payne Avenue, Past and Present." Join Peter Rachleff, Co-Executive Director of the East Side Freedom Library, for a walking tour that explores the present through the lens of the past. We will go […]
Kids Rising Story Hour
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesOur mission is to agitate the next generation of leaders by engaging them in stories that we believe to be more meaningful than the ones they might typically encounter at a story time. We focus on stories with social justice messages and are intentionally inclusive of writers and themes from diverse and under-represented communities. We […]
Kids Rising Story Hour
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesOur mission is to agitate the next generation of leaders by engaging them in stories that we believe to be more meaningful than the ones they might typically encounter at a story time. We focus on stories with social justice messages and are intentionally inclusive of writers and themes from diverse and under-represented communities. We […]
Celebration of the Librarians Who Brought Life and Commitment to Our Historic Building
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesAs part of the East Side Freedom Library's celebration of the centennial of our historic building, we want to honor the women and men who have worked in this building. Please join us in saying "thank you" to the librarians who have enriched our lives. There will be a short program, refreshments, and a reunion. Free […]
Listening Over Lemonade with Congresswoman Betty McCollum
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesJoin 4th Congressional District Congresswoman Betty McCollum as she meets neighbors to Listen Over Lemonade. Congresswoman McCollum will provide some updates on issues in Washington, but also wants to hear from our neighborhood about your thoughts and concerns. Join us for a glass of lemonade on a warm summer day, and a chance to connect on […]
Neighbors Meet Neighbors: Members of the Somali Community
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesA series of forums centered around the stories and experiences of recent immigrants to the east side communities. Each month, we will hear from a different community about its history, culture, experiences, and challenges. On August 15th @ 7pm, Neighbors Meets Neighbors focuses on members of the Somali community.
Neighbors Meet Neighbors: Members of the Somali Community
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesA series of forums centered around the stories and experiences of recent immigrants to the east side communities. Each month, we will hear from a different community about its history, culture, experiences, and challenges. On August 15th @ 7pm, Neighbors Meets Neighbors focuses on members of the Somali community.
Undertow: A Traveling Reading Series of Cracked Walnut Project
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThe East Side Freedom Library invites you to “Undertow: A Traveling Reading Series of Cracked Walnut Project.” On Thursday, August 17 @ 7pm, poets and writers from the Cracked Walnut project will read at the East Side Freedom Library. Cracked Walnut is a traveling reading series whose authors are committed to Freedom of Speech, Freedom […]
Labors of Love: New Writing from ESFL
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States"Labors of Love" will feature readings from local women writers, who worked at ESFL in day-long writing retreats this summer. Come hear what solitude, focus, and comradely support can produce in 9 short weeks! Readings from fiction, creative non-fiction, and historical biography. Refreshments provided! No RSVP necessary, and FREE. EAST SIDE FREEDOM LIBRARY […]
A Very Special Inter-Generational Presentation!
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesFor this presentation, Carolyn will read from the new Minnesota Historical Society Press collection, A GOOD TIME FOR THE TRUTH, and her granddaughter Xaundra Nawa will read poetry and perform songs she has composed. Carolyn Holbrook teaches at Hamline University and Minneapolis Community & Technical College, and teaches journaling workshops in a variety of venues. […]
Where Rivers Converge: A Book Reading by Three Rivers Writers
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThree Rivers Writers will bring several authors who have experience reading their work to the East Side Freedom Library to have a public reading. Free and Open to All! Daniel O’Brien holds an MA in Advanced Japanese Studies and lived in Japan for twelve years. He fostered a deep knowledge of and respect for Japanese […]
Labor Day: A Special Event for Quiet Reading and Conversation
East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThe East Side Freedom Library invites you to join us for "LABOR DAY: A SPECIAL EVENT FOR QUIET READING AND CONVERSATION." Monday, September 4, 2017 @ 1:00pm-5:30pm How are you spending Labor Day? From 1:00-4:00pm, Come on in for a couple of hours of quiet reading; and from 4:00-5:30pm, enjoy refreshments and conversation. We have […]