Looking for a creative way to spread some holiday cheer this year? Skip the crowded stores and make your gifts at the library instead!
Most St. Paul Public Library locations have art materials and host a variety of crafting events. From 3D printers to crafting kits and sewing machines, the Innovation Lab at George Latimer Central Library is open to all St. Paul Public Library card holders and packed with tools for makers and tinkers.
Kids and teens can dive into creativity at the library, too! Fun Labs, every Saturday at Dayton’s Bluff Library, features a new craft designed for kids ages 7-11. Find Createch at Arlington Hills, Rice Street, Rondo Community and Sun Ray libraries for teen-centered creative spaces stocked with supplies for jewelry making, painting, sewing and more! Teens can also check out Artist in Residence programs at Sun Ray and Arlington Hills libraries to learn from and collaborate with local artists!
And if you’d rather learn from home, all library card holders now have free access to Craft and Hobby, offering in-depth online classes across 22 creative categories. Learn new skills anytime, anywhere — from watercolor painting to woodworking — with step-by-step lessons from world-renowned instructors. Learn more at sppl.org/resource/craft-hobby.
So grab your library card and get ready to make something this holiday season — because the best gifts come from the heart (and maybe a laser engraver).
At West 7th Library
ECFE at the Library – Monday, December 8, 2025, 2-3 p.m.
Drop in to an ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) class at the library second Mondays from 2-3 p.m. at West 7th Library.
Family Movie: Miracle on 34th St! Friday, December 19, 6:15 p.m.
Join West 7th Library and Keystone Community Services for our featured movie: Miracle on 34th St.! One Friday night a month we’ll show our favorite movies on the big screen in the gym. Bring your favorite blanket & snacks – and wear your pajamas if you like. Fresh hot popcorn will be served!
Playdate – Tuesdays 3-5 p.m.
Playdate is an informal playtime for families to gather at the library.
Family Storytime – Wednesdays 10:30 a.m.
Join MizKathleen for an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, live music, and fun.
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