Compiled by Kathy Henderson

There are special programs, along with familiar favorites, on the February calendar at the St. Anthony Park Library, 2245 Como Ave. Unless specified, registration is not necessary.

Holiday closings

In recognition of Presidents Day, the library will be closed on Monday, Feb. 17.

Special events

Lantern Making Workshop

2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8. All ages welcome and lantern making supplies provided. Bring your completed lantern to the St. Anthony Park Luminary Festival later in the month.

Ongoing programs

Family Storytime

10:15 to 10:45 a.m. or 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. on Tuesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25. Designed for children ages birth to 5, their caregivers and siblings, the same storytime, featuring stories, songs, rhymes and puppets, is offered twice each Tuesday in the library’s auditorium.

Paw Pals: Read with Enzo

10:15 to 11:15 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8. Youth ages 5 to 12 can read out loud to a friendly, trained dog that loves to sit and listen to stories. A single reading session will be a maximum of 15 minutes, ensuring every child can get a turn. Call 651-642-0411 or stop by the circulation desk to register your young reader.

HANDIWORK

10 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Feb. 13. Drop in to knit, crochet, embroider and socialize with your neighbors. Bring your own supplies. This program is designed for adults and is co-hosted by the St. Anthony Park Library and St. Anthony Park Area Seniors.

Adult Book Club

6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 24. Join library staff and fellow book lovers in the lower-level auditorium for conversation and refreshments. Stop by or call the library at 651-642-0411 for more information. All are welcome. 

Submitted by the St. Anthony Park Library; compiled by Kathy Henderson, Bugle freelance writer.