Compiled by Kathy Henderson

November features a variety of familiar favorites and ongoing programs at St. Anthony Park Library, 2245 Como Ave.

Holiday closing

All St. Paul public libraries will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11, in recognition of Veterans Day and on Thursday, Nov. 27, for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Special event

Literary Bridges

Re-homed and Re-Vamped. 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 15. Guest authors, Jessi Atherton, Alan Perry, Bethanymae and Jana Bouma read from their works.

Ongoing programs

Storytime in the Park

10:30 to 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays, Oct. 28 and Nov. 4, at College Park, 2223 Carter Ave. Stories, songs, rhymes and puppets for children ages 5 and younger and their siblings with their caregivers.

In case of inclement weather, Storytime will be held in the SAP Library auditorium. The decision to move to the library will be made by 9:30 a.m. on Storytime days and posted to sppl.org/calendar.

Shake Your Sillies Out

10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Fridays Oct. 31 and Nov. 7, 14 and 21 in the lower-level auditorium. This early childhood playtime for children ages 5 and under with their caregivers includes stories and movement to foster a love of books and make new friends. Adults must stay with children for the entire session.

English Conversation Circle for Adults

4 to 5:30 p.m. on Thursdays, Nov. 6, 13 and 20. Join the University of Minnesota Retirees Volunteer Center and the Partners in English program for free English practice taking place in the library’s lower-level auditorium.

Paw Pals: Read with Enzo

10:15 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8. Youth ages 5–12 can read to Enzo, a friendly dog who loves to listen to stories. Register in advance for a single reading session (maximum of 15 minutes to allot time for others) by calling the library at 651-642-0411 or emailing [email protected].

Handiwork @your library

10 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Nov. 13. Knit, crochet, embroider and socialize with neighbors. Bring your own supplies. Co-hosted by SPPL and St. Anthony Park Area Seniors.

Adult book club

6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 24. Join us in the lower-level auditorium for conversation and refreshments. Call the library at 651-642-0411 to find out November’s book selection.

Tuesdays with a Scholar

12:30 to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 18 (online). Guest: Vanan Murugesan, the executive director of the Sahan Journal, a nonprofit newsroom serving Minnesota’s immigrant and communities of color. For topics, presenters and registration, visit rclreads.org.

Great Decisions: India: Between China, the West, and the Global South

10 to 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 7. Online version of the annual series on critical issues facing America. Study the topics, then join discussions led by expert speakers. Register at rclreads.org. 

Compiled by Kathy Henderson.