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At SPPL we are grounded in our values and focused on our mission: we welcome all people to connect, learn, participate, and grow. This includes our staff members. We strive to uphold a safe, inclusive, and creative environment where staff members feel supported in the day-to-day, empowered to innovate, and, ultimately, prepared to advance in their field.

Read more about SPPL's mission, vision, and values. Learn about the library's strategic direction. Meet the leadership team.

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Our values in action. All SPPL staff members played a role in these efforts.  

About Saint Paul

Mayor Melvin Carter took office in 2018 with a vision to create "a city that works for all." This means discovering and dismantling systemic inequities so that all people can advance and thrive in Saint Paul.

Learn more about how the city is working together to accomplish this shared vision.

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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.

Say “Hello” to Long-Lost Relatives!

With the myriad resources available from the Saint Paul Public Library, you can make quite a few connections with your family’s past!

SPPL Celebrates Native American Heritage Month

Oct 21, 2024
Saint Paul Public Library invites residents of all ages to join in honoring and celebrating Native American arts, culture, and stories.

Free programs for kids and teens during fall break

Oct 16, 2024
Saint Paul Public Library invites kids and teens to spend fall break at the library with free hands-on events and workshops.

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.

Library in the Park: Hamline Midway Neighborhood

This summer we will host a series of “Library in the Park” pop-up events in the Hamline Midway neighborhood. All ages welcome!

Celebrate AAPI Month with dance performances and visual arts

May 21, 2024
SPPL invites residents of all ages to join in celebrating the arts, culture, and stories of the Asian American Pacific Islander community.
Out Loud at the Library - Spoken word, poetry, song writing, open mic night. Free artist-led workshops Wednesday nights in May at George Latimer Central Library. Find a workshop.

Free Workshop Series with Local Artists

Apr 25, 2024
Free creative workshops led by local artists Kashimana Ahua, Desdamona, Sun Yung Shin, and Kyle Tran Myhre.

New Online Resources Available

Check out the new online resources have been added to the library's collection!
April 6, 20, and 24. Music Mosaic. Concerts for all ages. Learn more.

Music Mosaic, a Free Classical Music Concert Series April

Mar 28, 2024
Saint Paul Public Library (SPPL) and Saint Paul Conservatory of Music (SPCM) is hosting a series of pop-up classical concerts in April.

Minnesota Author Project & Communities Create 2024 Contests

Submissions for indie-published fiction and community-created works are accepted April 1 - May 31, 2024.

Additional Laser Loon Library Cards are Now Available

Feb 29, 2024
We've made more copies of our free, limited-edition Laser Loon library card for Saint Paul residents!

New Mobile Library Launches in May

Feb 27, 2024
Saint Paul Public Library (SPPL) today announced it is unveiling a new, state-of-the-art Mobile Library in May.

Limited-Edition Laser Loon Library Card Available

Feb 13, 2024
Free limited-edition Laser Loon library cards available at all library locations while supplies last.

Join the Read Brave citywide book club

Feb 06, 2024
SPPL launched Read Brave 2024, its annual citywide book club that invites teens and community members to read the same young adult book.

Your Account: Additional Name Option Now Available

Beginning on February 1, 2024, you have the option to add a chosen or preferred name to your account.

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