Immigrant Communities, Stories, and the Power of Art

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

a conversation featuring Pao Houa Her and Mohamud Mumin in conjunction with Pao's photography exhibit THE FRUITS OF MY MOTHER'S LABOR Saturday, March 2, 2019, 1PM These photographs on folded newsprint, taken in and around Pao's parents' East Side home, examine the fruits of the dreams and desires they communicated to their children. As a […]

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MN Women in the Trades Through the Decades

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

MN Women in the Trades Through the Decades Sunday, March 3, 2019 Come hear about the history of MN Women in the Trades and meet the women who gave voice to the female construction and mechanical workers over the last 50 years. These are the women who met the obstacles head on and literally paved […]

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Book Geek Happy Hour(s)

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

ARE 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, March 3rd, 4 to 6PM Please join your friends, neighbors, collaborators, and, of course, Orso, the Library Dog      Bring a book or find […]

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CANCELLED Frank Theatre’s “The Cradle Will Rock” (Presentation)

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

DUE TO SCHEDULING CONFLICTS, THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED. WE ARE SORRY FOR THE TROUBLE AND HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US FOR ANOTHER CONVERSATION SOON. THE CRADLE WILL ROCK Monday, March 4, 2019, 7pm THE CRADLE WILL ROCK, directed by Orson Welles, was premiered in 1937 by the Federal Theatre Project. It was one of the […]

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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 […]

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 […]

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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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Zumba® with Youvana Wellness

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

East Side Freedom Library is excited to partner with Youvana Wellness for a series of classes to provide access to health and wellness activities to our East Side community and communities of color to health and wellness activities. Join us at the library for Zumba® starting January 31 at 6:30 p.m. and again on February […]

Made in St. Paul (Documentary Screening)

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

The East Side Freedom Library invites you to attend a special screening of MADE IN ST. PAUL A new documentary produced by Myers Communications Group and Highland District Council and a conversation with filmmaker Peter Myers and historian Brian McMahon Wednesday, March 6, 2019, 7pm Relive 86 years of Ford Motor Company history along Saint […]

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Yoga with Youvana Wellness

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

Feeling stressed out? Haven’t had time for yourself? The East Side Freedom Library welcomes Youvana Wellness as they offer a range of health and wellness activities to the community. Join us for meditative yoga on four dates over the following months. The next session is Wednesday, March 6 at 7:30 pm. (Come early at 6:30 […]

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 […]

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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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 […]

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

Join LinkingLeaders for a Forum with Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan Friday, March 8, 2019 from 5:30pm - 7:00pm   Please join us for a special forum with Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan. They released their One Minnesota budget on February 19, 2019 with special emphasis on education, health care, and […]

Forum with Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan

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

Forum with Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan The East Side Freedom Library and LinkingLeaders Partnership present a forum with Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan Friday, March 8, 5:30-7:00 p.m. Please join us for a special forum with Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan. They released their One Minnesota […]

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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Tradeswomen Chili Gathering

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

Saturday, March 9, 2019, 3-6pm Many varieties of chili from mild to wild, vegan and chicken! Women in Construction Week: March 3rd - 9th, 2019 Register for the event here A big thanks to ESFL and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 49 for their sponsorship of this event and to the kind support […]

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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 […]

History Revealed: Modern Bonds

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

The East Side Freedom Library and the Ramsey County Historical Society invite you to talk with author Elizabeth Duclos-Orsello Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies, Salem State University about her new book Modern Bonds: Redefining Community in Early 20th Century St. Paul Tuesday, March 12, 2019, 7pm Free and open to all. No reservations needed.   What does […]

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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 […]

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