Mindfulness Meditation: The Practice of Freedom (Workshop)

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

Mindfulness 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 […]

Free

Establishing Place: The Uses of Music, Culture, and History in the Local African American Community with Davu Seru

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

The East Side Freedom Library invites you to a conversation with author, educator, and musician Davu Seru Establishing Place: The Uses of Music, Culture, and History in the Local African American Community Friday, March 22, 2019, 7PM Davu Seru is a drummer and composer who has worked with numerous improvising musicians and composers throughout the […]

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Triumph and Tragedy: History Day Learning Center Workshops

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

Our History Day Learning Center invites you to explore "Triumph and Tragedy" in History. History Day is a priority for us at the East Side Freedom Library. Our rich collections are organized around labor, immigration, African American, and social justice movement history and include not just historical studies but also poetry, fiction, visual art, drama, […]

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Le Voyage (Music)

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

Saturday, March 23, 2019, 7-9pm​ 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 a roster of inspired and inspiring musicians, featuring Donald Washington, Matt Trice, and Richard Studer. Le Voyage performs […]

Opening Event: Why Treaties Matter

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

Sunday, March 24, 2019, 2pm This exhibit, developed by the Minnesota Humanities Center, explores the complicated history of treaty negotiations, agreements, and violations here in Minnesota. The East Side Freedom Library is pleased to host this exhibit and organize a series of public events in relationship to it from late March to late April, in […]

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The Labor Movement and Healthcare Reform

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

The East Side Freedom Library, in collaboration with the University of Minnesota's Labor Education Service and the New Brookwood Labor College, invite you to a conversation The Labor Movement and Healthcare Reform Monday, March 25, 2019, 7pm As part of our ongoing series, "The Labor Movement and Social Movements," we invite you to a panel […]

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African Drumming Workshop

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

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 […]

Learn About the Land Stewardship Project

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

Tuesday, March 26, 7pm Working to advance stewardship and justice on the land is a tall order. The Land Stewardship Project starts from values—like stewardship and justice—and then organizes people, resources and ideas to build the power to make a difference. LSP works at the local, state and national levels to change corporate, governmental and […]

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Mindful Self-Compassion (Workshop)

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

East 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 […]

Free

African Drumming Workshop

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

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 […]

Monthly Parent Support Group with Therapist Vangneng Xiong (Men/Fathers)

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

The East Side Freedom Library invites you to participate in a Monthly Parent Support Group with Therapist Vangneng Xiong Thursday, March 28th, 2019 at 6-7:30pm      This group is for men and fathers looking for support in strengthening their relationships with their children and/or partner. A women/ mother’s support group is held every second […]

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Community Conversation: Building Safe Communities — Combating Colonized Minds

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

In celebration of Black History Month, join the Saint Paul NAACP Economic Development Committee and the Black Men’s Early Childhood Project on Thursday, March 28, 2019, 6:30pm – 8:00pm for a “Community Conversation: Building Safe Communities — Combating Colonized Minds.” “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” —Martin […]

Free

Mindfulness Meditation: The Practice of Freedom (Workshop)

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

Mindfulness 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 […]

Free

Triumph and Tragedy: History Day Learning Center Workshops

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

Our History Day Learning Center invites you to explore "Triumph and Tragedy" in History. History Day is a priority for us at the East Side Freedom Library. Our rich collections are organized around labor, immigration, African American, and social justice movement history and include not just historical studies but also poetry, fiction, visual art, drama, […]

Free

Why the History of Treaties Matters (Panel)

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

Sunday, March 31, 2019, 2pm The East Side Freedom Library, the Lower Phalen Creek Project, the Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary, and Wakinyan Luta Oyanke are partnering to host the “Why Treaties Matter” exhibit from March 24 through April 28, 2019. The exhibit will be available for viewing whenever the Library is open, and two additional […]

Free

African Drumming Workshop

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

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 […]

Mindful Self-Compassion (Workshop)

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

East 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 […]

Free

Collaborating with ESFL in Events, Media, & Community Engagement

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

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 […]

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4th Annual Union Job & Resource Fair

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 110 1330 Conway Street, Saint Paul, MN

4th ANNUAL Union Job & Resource Fair Thursday, April 4, 2019 3:00 – 7:00 pm Location: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 110 1330 Conway Street, Saint Paul, MN  55106 DISCOVER YOUR PATH TO A UNION CAREER! Employers and presenters at the fair include: 360 Wall Systems Augustana Care Cerenity Senior Care City of Saint […]

African Drumming Workshop

East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

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 […]