Metro State University Library and Learning Center

Come one, come all to Metro State's VIRTUAL Open Mic for writers! Join us at 6:00pm on Thursday, June 11th for an evening of poetry, prose, and short stories. This event is open to all Metro State students, alumni, staff, and faculty. PLEASE NOTE: Both the June and July Open Mics will be taking place over Zoom. We will be taking August off to prepare for the Fall semester, but will be back for in-person Open Mics beginning in September!

💻 To join us on Zoom, scan the red and white QR code or find the link on our website.

📄 If you'd like to share your work, please scan the QR code or sign up at bit.ly/metroopenmic

🌐 For more information: hautedish.metrostate.edu

Join Urban Roots and Saint Paul Public Library for a weekly storytime and garden activity at the Urban Roots Children’s Garden at the Rivoli Bluff Farm and Restoration Site! 📚🌱

📅 Thursdays, June 11-August 27
🕥 10:30-11:30am
📍 749 Arkwright St, St. Paul

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Bring the whole family to Community Fun Day at Metro State University! Join us for an afternoon filled with activities, entertainment, food, and community fun for all ages.

Hosted by the Metro State University Library and Learning Center and the Dayton’s Bluff branch of the Saint Paul Public Library.

📅 Saturday, June 27
⏰ 2 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Library and Learning Center – Community Labyrinth
645 East Seventh Street, Saint Paul

Enjoy:
🎭 A puppet show by the award-winning Open Eye Theatre
🎨 Face painting
🎵 Music, lawn games, food, and more!
🎬 Puppet show begins at 4 PM!

This year’s featured performance is TUCKER’S ROBOT — a heartwarming, time-travel adventure about friendship, courage, and learning to boldly be yourself.

Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets to relax and enjoy the festivities.

☔ In case of inclement weather, the event will move indoors to the library.

🚧 Please note: Ongoing roadwork is taking place on East Seventh Street and nearby areas throughout the summer.

We hope to see you there for a fun-filled afternoon of community and celebration! Visit the event webpage for more info: https://ow.ly/OJzh50YYqqC.

Second Harvest Food Packing - Metro State Alumni Join us on Thursday, June 11, from 6–8 PM as we volunteer at Second Harvest Heartland (7101 Winnetka Avenue N., Brooklyn Park, MN 55428) in Brooklyn Park! We’ll be packing food for families in need. It's an easy, hands-on way to make a real impact. This is also a great chance to connect with fel...

Every June is Immigrant Heritage Month and the Metro State Library is highlighting the stories, histories, and contributions of immigrant communities across Minnesota. From the Twin Cities to Greater Minnesota, immigrant communities have shaped the state’s culture, education, workforce, and civic life for generations. Through memoirs, cultural studies, and community narratives, we’re celebrating the diverse voices that remain deeply connected to communities around the world while continuing to enrich Minnesota.

All books on display are available for check out.

Image Description: Photograph of a book display featuring immigrant communities across Minnesota.

This Pride Month, we’re honoring the power of voice and identity through a collection of memoirs and poetry by LGBTQ+ authors. These works reflect the courage, resilience, and joy of living authentically. Join us in celebrating our LGBTQ+ friends and neighbors and uplifting their voices. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

All books on display are available for check out.

Image Description: Photograph of a book display on the topic of LGBTQ+ identity and voice in honor of Pride Month.

🕠 Due to ongoing roadwork on E. 7th St, the library will be closing at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, May 29. Normal hours will resume on Saturday, May 30. 
 
⚠️🚧 Through traffic will not be permitted on E. 7th St between Mounds Blvd and Minnehaha Ave this Saturday, but our parking lot will still be open! Please allow additional time for travel in order to access E. 7th from one of the side streets. More info on road closures at: mndot.gov/metro/projects/e7th-arcade

Image Description: Graphic of an analog clock with the time set to 5:30. Text reads, “Closing early this Friday! The Metro State Library will be closing at 5:30 p.m.”