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Featured Lists & Staff Picks
Talking With Children and Teens About Immigration
Immigration actions impact people of all ages. Use these resources to help guide conversations with young people about immigration activity.
SPPL Staff's Favorite Reads of 2025
SPPL is proud to present the best books our staff read this year!
February 2026 Debuts
New titles from debut novelists arriving in February 2026
February 2026 Nonfiction
New nonfiction titles arriving in February 2026.
Digital Library resources
Consumer Reports
Expert, unbiased product reviews from the nonprofit product-testing organization. Compare price, performance, and reliability.
LinkedIn Learning Library
Easy-to-use video tutorials to help you learn business, technical and creative skills -- anytime, anywhere. Free with your library card.
Transparent Language Online
Learn 120+ languages (including English). Available for free with your library card!
JobNow!
One-to-one help from online job experts, including live interview coaching, resources, resumé assistance, templates, and more.
Featured News, Blog Posts, and Events
Fireside Reading Series
The Fireside Reading Series highlights some of Minnesota’s finest writers who have published new work. Wednesdays in January, 6:30 p.m.
Ken Takata Ensemble: Musical Settings for Literature
Jan 31st | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
In this show, we celebrate literary works from William Shakespeare, Jane Austen, Paul Verlaine, and other authors!
Lab After Dark: Tiny Book Necklace
Jan 21st | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Make a truly personalized necklace and learn simple jewelry techniques by creating a tiny book pendant with real pages!
Open House and Ribbon Cutting
Jan 9th | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for a short program at 3:30 p.m. Explore the space, learn more about library services, meet library staff, and enjoy music and food.
