Ramsey County Library Friends Gift-Quality Used Book Sale

Stop by and shop for gift-quality used books and other gently-used items for the upcoming holidays! Nearly all items will be priced under $5. Credit cards, cash, checks, Google Pay, and Apple Pay are accepted. RCL-Shoreview Sale Find a large assortment of like-new b......More

Stop by and shop for gift-quality used books and other gently-used items for the upcoming holidays! Nearly all items will be priced under $5. Credit cards, cash, checks, Google Pay, and Apple Pay are accepted. RCL-Shoreview Sale Find a large assortment of like-new books in all genres, including books for children of all ages. There will also be new puzzles, games, DVDs, and CDs. At this location only, purchase more than $25 of items and you may select a free basket which will be wrapped in clear plastic and tied with a bow, while supplies last. RCL-Maplewood Sale You’ll find a broad range of books as well as gently used CDs, DVDs, games, and puzzles. Special displays will feature autographed books, Minnesota authors, and more at this location only. There will also be many gift-quality children’s books for sale. Proceeds support all seven Ramsey County Library locations.

Family Storytime

A fun, dynamic program that includes books, songs, fingerplays, storytelling and movement activities to get kids fired up about reading while providing a strong foundation in early literacy skills. Appropriate for ages 2-5.  No registration required.

Drop-in Computer and Tech Help

Do you need extra help on the computer, tablet or other piece of technology? Are you searching for a job or working on a resume? Let us help answer your questions! Registration not required.

Yazeba's Bed and Breakfast: Teen Gaming

Yazeba's Bed and Breakfast is a fantasy slice-of-life tabletop roleplaying game about a heartless witch, a peaceful house, and all the guests who live there. The rules can be learned in 15 minutes and a chapter can be played in under two hours, but there are over 48 ch......More

Yazeba's Bed and Breakfast is a fantasy slice-of-life tabletop roleplaying game about a heartless witch, a peaceful house, and all the guests who live there. The rules can be learned in 15 minutes and a chapter can be played in under two hours, but there are over 48 chapters to experience in any order and over 50 premade characters to inhabit during their stay at the B&B, meaning it has enough material to fill an entire summer of fun and beyond. Teen fans of RPGs and Studio Ghibli films should reserve their spot here for weekly fun adventures. Open to anyone in grades 6-12. This program is funded with money from the Ramsey County Library Friends

Karen Chan Art: Colorful Poinsettias

Join art educator Karen Chan for guided step-by-step instructions throughout the process of using acrylic paints to create beautiful works of art. Participants will be provided an opportunity to learn how to paint seasonal poinsettias in bloom. Color, shade, reflectio......More

Join art educator Karen Chan for guided step-by-step instructions throughout the process of using acrylic paints to create beautiful works of art. Participants will be provided an opportunity to learn how to paint seasonal poinsettias in bloom. Color, shade, reflection, and perspective will all be taught in this class. Registration required. Limit 25 participants. This program is funded with money from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

MakerTeen: Watercolor Painting

For tweens and teens in grades 6-12. MakerTeen is all about being creative, making new things, and using high-tech and low-tech tools to change your world. Join us for weekly hangouts where we will chat, make together, and share creations. Each week we will have a di......More

For tweens and teens in grades 6-12. MakerTeen is all about being creative, making new things, and using high-tech and low-tech tools to change your world. Join us for weekly hangouts where we will chat, make together, and share creations. Each week we will have a different project. This week, we will be using watercolors for painting. All supplies will be provided. This program is funded by the Ramsey County Library Friends.

Family Storytime

A fun, dynamic program that includes books, songs, fingerplays, storytelling and movement activities to get kids fired up about reading while providing a strong foundation in early literacy skills. Appropriate for ages 2-5.  No registration required.

Gaming Wednesdays

Join us to play board games and video games. You can bring your own board game or play one of the ones here. If you're interested in playing video games, we'll also have one of our systems, like the Nintendo Switch, set up. No prior gaming knowledge required. Snacks wi......More

Join us to play board games and video games. You can bring your own board game or play one of the ones here. If you're interested in playing video games, we'll also have one of our systems, like the Nintendo Switch, set up. No prior gaming knowledge required. Snacks will be provided. Open to anyone in grades 6-12.  This program is funded by the Ramsey County Library Friends.

Baby & Me Storytime

Share stories, songs, rhymes, and engage in play with your baby at this storytime designed for the youngest learner.  For ages 6-23 months and their caregiver, no registration necessary. 

Knitting for Good

Do you love to knit (or crochet or quilt or sew)? Join us for this unique opportunity to gather with your crafty neighbors as we Knit for Good! Our drop-in group encourages you to bring your creative talents to support good causes, such as hats for premature babies ......More

Do you love to knit (or crochet or quilt or sew)? Join us for this unique opportunity to gather with your crafty neighbors as we Knit for Good! Our drop-in group encourages you to bring your creative talents to support good causes, such as hats for premature babies and welcome blankets. Bring your projects to work on during group time. All skill levels are welcome.

Chess Club

Make a move and come play chess at the library! Kids and caregivers are invited to practice your chess skills with some new partners and each other. Beginners welcome, drop-in anytime during the session.  Appropriate for ages 5 and older. Sessions are run by Bill Nar......More

Make a move and come play chess at the library! Kids and caregivers are invited to practice your chess skills with some new partners and each other. Beginners welcome, drop-in anytime during the session.  Appropriate for ages 5 and older. Sessions are run by Bill Nara and the CSGA group.

Family Storytime

A fun, dynamic program that includes books, songs, fingerplays, storytelling and movement activities to get kids fired up about reading while providing a strong foundation in early literacy skills. Appropriate for ages 2-5.  No registration required.

Drop-in Computer and Tech Help

Do you need extra help on the computer, tablet or other piece of technology? Are you searching for a job or working on a resume? Let us help answer your questions! Registration not required.

Yazeba's Bed and Breakfast: Teen Gaming

Yazeba's Bed and Breakfast is a fantasy slice-of-life tabletop roleplaying game about a heartless witch, a peaceful house, and all the guests who live there. The rules can be learned in 15 minutes and a chapter can be played in under two hours, but there are over 48 ch......More

Yazeba's Bed and Breakfast is a fantasy slice-of-life tabletop roleplaying game about a heartless witch, a peaceful house, and all the guests who live there. The rules can be learned in 15 minutes and a chapter can be played in under two hours, but there are over 48 chapters to experience in any order and over 50 premade characters to inhabit during their stay at the B&B, meaning it has enough material to fill an entire summer of fun and beyond. Teen fans of RPGs and Studio Ghibli films should reserve their spot here for weekly fun adventures. Open to anyone in grades 6-12. This program is funded with money from the Ramsey County Library Friends