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A Discussion About the Power of Women, Food, and Reading

Apr 02, 2026
Minnesota Women's Press - April 1, 2026. Last summer, Romina Garber’s Lobizona was picked as the book for the Read Brave Talk Brave program.
Director of SPPL Maureen Hartman, Mayor Kaohly Her, Lobizona author Romina Garber and student panelists Arayah and KT.

People Magazine: Romina Garber Writes About Read Brave

Mar 20, 2026
"Book Bans Left Me in Despair. Minnesota Students Reminded Me Immigrant Stories Like Mine Have Power" by Romina Garber

Hayden Heights Library to close March 25 for renovation

Mar 17, 2026
Big changes are ahead for one of St. Paul's most overlooked libraries. The Hayden Heights Library on White Bear Avenue will close March 25.

St. Paul's Midway development: what's going up & coming down

Mar 15, 2026
From Allianz Field to the former CVS building and WestRock, there are a number of changes in the works for the area.

SPPL to Host Dynamic Community Conversation

Feb 26, 2026
Part of the annual citywide book club, Saint Paul residents have been invited to read and discuss Lobizona by Romina Garber.
Hamline Midway Library exterior from across Minnehaha Avenue

Knight Foundation Makes Transformative Investment in SPPL

Dec 21, 2025
The Friends announced today that it has been awarded $2 million from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.

Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Southeast Asian Resettlement

Dec 10, 2025
Adults and families are invited to Stories of Abundance: Honoring the 50th Anniversary of Southeast Asian Resettlement.

You're Invited: Regency-Era Ball Celebrating Jane Austen

Dec 09, 2025
The free, Regency-era celebration is designed for Jane Austen aficionados of all ages.

Call for Artists: Public Art for new Hamline Midway Library

Oct 03, 2025
SPPL seeks artists/art teams to create original, community-centered art to be installed in the new Hamline Midway Library building.
library card design incorporating southeast Asian textile design and flowing water

Card Honors 50th Anniversary of Southeast Asian Resettlement

Oct 03, 2025
Announce the launch of a special edition library card celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Southeast Asian resettlement in Saint Paul.

KARE11: The Loop connects kids to community and rec centers

Apr 28, 2025
Connecting kids with community resources has always been the goal of community and recreation centers.

SPPL, Parks and Recreation Launch "The Loop"

Mar 11, 2025
Saint Paul Public Library (SPPL) and Saint Paul Parks and Recreation have launched the Rondo-Frogtown Loop (The Loop).

Connection & Belonging Through New Brand Identity, Campaign

Jan 30, 2025
Saint Paul Public Library (SPPL) today unveiled a fresh new brand identity and corresponding awareness campaign.

Pre-Construction Begins for New Hamline Midway Library

Nov 25, 2024
We are excited to share that after a 16-month delay, we are now moving forward with pre-construction efforts.

City Prevails Following 16 Months of Litigation

Nov 01, 2024
The Second Judicial District Court rules the city may build a new Hamline Midway Library, city will leverage $8.1 million already allocated.

Reading and Learning fun for Kids and Teens All Summer Long

Jun 06, 2024
Saint Paul Public Library invites kids and teens to make the Library their destination for summer reading.
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