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Opus Exclusive: Sadeqa Johnson

September 13, 2023

We’re so thrilled that Sadeqa Johnson will join us for this year’s Opus & Olives. In preparation for the big event, we asked Sadeqa a few questions to help fans get to know her better. This is an #opusexclusive. Tell us something that people might not know about you.  I started my career in publishing as…

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Opus Exclusive: Scott W. Berg

September 6, 2023

We’re so thrilled that Scott W. Berg will join us for this year’s Opus & Olives. In preparation for the big event, we asked Scott a few questions to help fans get to know him better. This is an #opusexclusive. Tell us something that people might not know about you. Hmmm. Probably that I’m a publisher…

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Opus Exclusive: Jean Kwok

August 29, 2023

We’re so thrilled that Jean Kwok will join us for this year’s Opus & Olives. In preparation for the big event, we asked Jean a few questions to help fans get to know her better. This is an #opusexclusive. Tell us something that people might not know about you.  I’m a first-generation Chinese immigrant and we…

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Opus Exclusive: Don Winslow

August 24, 2023

We’re so thrilled that Don Winslow will join us for this year’s Opus & Olives. In preparation for the big event, we asked Don a few questions to help fans get to know him better. This is an #opusexclusive. Tell us something that people might not know about you.  But then they’d know, wouldn’t they? Okay…

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How Saint Paul Public Library is Funded

July 12, 2023

We know libraries are essential for thriving communities, but even in a city that loves its libraries, public funding isn’t enough to provide all the resources that residents seek. With the help of community members, The Friends invests in the Library through fundraising, advocacy, and programming. Watch our short video or click on the image…

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2023 Minnesota Book Awards Winners

May 2, 2023

2023 Annual Minnesota Book Awards Winners AnnouncedSAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA, May 3, 2023 – The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library has announced the winners of the 2023 Minnesota Book Awards, presented this year by sponsor Education Minnesota. In addition to winners in nine categories, The Friends presented the Kay Sexton Award to the previously…

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