The new year is the perfect time to start fresh, set goals, and explore new opportunities. Saint Paul Public Library is here to support your resolutions with a wide range of free resources. Whether you’re learning a new skill, advancing your career, or diving into a creative project, we’ve got you covered.
This month, we’re celebrating the theme of expanding your horizons—challenging yourself to grow, explore, and discover new possibilities. Let the library be your partner in this journey!
Learn a New Language
Dreaming of speaking a new language in 2025? With Transparent Language Online, you can choose from over 120 languages, including English, American Sign Language, and Indigenous languages. Track your progress, save your work, and learn on the go with the mobile app for iOS and Android.
- Start here: Transparent Language Online
- Read more: Learn a New Language at the Library
Learn New Skills
From brushing up on academic subjects to preparing for certification exams, Learning Express Library offers resources for skill-building, test prep, and career advancement. Whether you’re improving workplace skills or studying for the GED, you’ll find tools to succeed.
- Start here: Learning Express Library
- Get oriented to helpful gadgets and tools: Explore the Innovation Lab at George Latimer Central Library
- Read more: Study and Practice for Tests Online
Advance Your Career
Looking to take the next step in your professional life? The Job & Career Accelerator provides resources for updating your resume, preparing for interviews, and finding the right career path. Explore job listings, internships, and more.
- Start here: Job & Career Accelerator
- Make a Strong Impression: Create a Strong Resume with Library Staff Support at Open Labs
Up Your Tech Knowledge
Master business, technical, and creative skills with LinkedIn Learning. From Microsoft Office to web design and digital media, these video tutorials make it easy to learn at your own pace.
- Start here: LinkedIn Learning
- Read more: Video Tutorials from LinkedIn Learning
Research Your Family Tree
Uncover your family’s history with Ancestry Library Edition. This powerful genealogy database includes U.S. Census records, passenger lists, and genealogical charts. Available at library locations on library computers or via Wi-Fi.
- Start here: Ancestry Library Edition
- Get hands-on help: Genealogy: Tools of the Trade at Highland Park Library
- Read more: Say Hello to Long-Lost Relatives
Write a Book
Have a story to tell? Use MN Writes MN Reads to format your manuscript into an e-book or print-ready file. Whether it’s a novel, memoir, poetry collection, or children’s book, this tool helps you share your work with the world.
- Start here: MN Writes MN Reads
- Join a supportive group: West Side Writer's Group at Riverview Library
No matter your resolution, the library is here to help you succeed. Visit us online or stop by your local branch to start exploring these resources today!
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