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Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad (2015 Women's History Lecture Series)

October 22, 2015

Myths about Harriet Tubman persist, but the realities of her life are even more fascinating. Learn what we know now about Tubman’s life and legacy and about her role in the Underground Railroad.  Download the PowerPoint presentation

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SPPL Volunteer of the Year, Tom Foster

October 16, 2015

Tom Foster is a native of Saint Paul and of the Saint Anthony Park neighborhood. He received his B.A. from the University of Minnesota, his M.A. in Reading from the University of Wisconsin at River Falls, and his Education Specialist certificate from the University of Saint Thomas. He taught in St. Paul Public Schools for…

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Mayor Coleman Appoints Jane Eastwood to Direct Saint Paul Public Library

September 28, 2015

Eastwood recognized for expertise in education, change management and communications SAINT PAUL – Mayor Chris Coleman today announced the appointment of Jane Eastwood to Director of the Saint Paul Public Library. Eastwood has directed education policy for the City of Saint Paul since 2010, and previously held executive positions with Hennepin County and Minneapolis Public…

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Letters About Literature National Essay Contest

September 14, 2015

The Friends, Minnesota Center for the Book: Letters About Literature national essay contest invites all Minnesota students in grades 4-12 to “Read. Be Inspired. Write Back.”

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Love the Bookmobile? Show It on Social Media!

August 26, 2015

All summer, photos of the Bookmobile tagged with ‪#‎stpBookmobile‬ result in a $5 library donation from The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library! The campaign runs through Labor Day.

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Saint Paul Public Library and HealthPartners Plan Bookmobile Tuesdays

July 30, 2015

Saint Paul Public Library and HealthPartners are making it easier for kids to complete their Summer Spark activities and stay healthy, with a month-long series of events at local HealthPartners clinics. Bookmobile Tuesdays runs from August 11 through September 1, with the Bookmobile visiting a different HealthPartners clinic each Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. to noon.…

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