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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Thank you to Mike Lynch and everyone who attended last night’s Star Party. We hope you had a stellar time exploring the fascinating world beyond Earth!

Two people dressed up in outer space attire.

A display of space-related books, games and stickers.

A view of the Veil Nebula through a telescope.

Attendees gathered around telescopes viewing the night sky.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

You are cordially invited to join us in the library for our next Coffee & Connections gathering this Monday at 11am! Elite Espresso will be serving complimentary gourmet coffee drinks. Therapy dog, Godiva, will also be on hand providing plenty of pawsitive vibes and tail-wagging fun!

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Help us celebrate the freedom to read! Banned Books Week is Oct. 4-10. Stop by the library to engage with our interactive banned book display and browse titles that have been banned or challenged in libraries. While you’re here, swing by the first-floor desk to pick up some free bookmarks & buttons!

Photograph of two library staff members with an interactive banned book display.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Located on the 2nd level of the library within the silent study room, is a reflection space that provides a quiet place to pause and recharge. This month, we’d love to hear from you! Please take a moment to complete our poll on how to improve the space. Thank you for your feedback!

Photograph of a clear plastic container filled with colorful pom poms. Attached is a sign with text that reads: If you could change one thing about this reflection space, would you rather: Make the space bigger? Move to a different part of the library? Get more mats? Add a shoe rack? Add a pom pom to one of the drawers below to cast your vote. You can vote once each day through October 31. Included is a black word bubble with white text that reads: What Do You Think?

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Our #BannedBooksWeek display is all about the freedom to read, and you’re free to check out these banned and challenged titles! You can also add other titles you’ve read to our Banned Bookshelf. 📚 Learn more about banned books here: www.ala.org/bbooks

Photo of a library book display featuring titles that have been banned or challenged.

Photo of a drawn bookshelf on a wall where patrons have taped paper strips with titles on them.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

We're happy to be hosting this book display of Black authors as part of MAIR's Read and Rest event. Each title can be checked out, and you can write your favorites on the board to help other people find their next read! 📚📖 Read and Rest event details are here: www.metrostate.edu/calendar/rea...

Photo of a board encouraging people to write down their favorite book titles

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

As the nights get darker, it’s the perfect time to share stories. We’re joining Haute Dish to hear what Metro writers come up with at Open Mic Night on Thurs., 10/8, at 6 pm in our Fireplace Lounge. Students, staff, and alumni can sign up to read their work here: forms.office.com/r/kicy8z8MJc

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The end of the month means another meeting of Stay Organized! Bullet journalists of all experience levels can enjoy our art supplies and monthly log stickers tomorrow in the Fireplace Lounge from 12-1. Our online bullet journaling resources are available 24/7: libguides.metrostate.edu/getorganized

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Join us Thurs., Oct. 1, at 5 pm to learn about native plants and sustainable seed collecting! Local experts will demonstrate seed collecting from native flowers and grasses. This event is free and open to the public! For complete information please visit: library.metrostate.edu/seed-collect...

Graphic with grasses, flowers and seeds against a pale blue sky. Text reads: Native Plant Seed Collection Workshop. WHEN: Thursday, October 1, 5-6 pm. Also included are logos from Metro State University, Saint Paul Public Library, and Urban Roots

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

💥 POW! 💥 It’s National Comic Book Day! Celebrate the heroes, villains, artists, writers, and unforgettable stories that make comics and graphic novels so much fun. Your library has plenty to explore—so grab a comic, graphic novel, or book about the world of comics and get reading!

Photograph of books related to comics, comic authors, and graphic novels.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Beat the rush & reserve your study room online! The library has several private study rooms that Metro students can reserve up to 2 weeks in advance. Go to the library’s website & click Reserve a Study Room. Pick a date, select your time slot, then click Book It! Pick up the key on the 1st floor.

Graphic with navy silhouettes of people studying and bright green accents including a “Book it!” tab. Text reads: "Did you know? Library study rooms can be reserved up to 2 weeks in advance!"

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The Star Party is back! Look up & explore the night sky at the Metro State Library Community Labyrinth! The program will begin inside Metro State Library’s 1st-floor fireplace lounge at 6:45 p.m. on Wednesday, October 7. Stargazing will take place until 9:00 p.m. For more info: tinyurl.com/7kyhdw4m

Text and graphics in white and yellow, including the moon, stars, and a telescope, on a black background. Text reads: Star Party with Mike Lynch. Wednesday, October 7. Program begins at 6:45 pm. Stargazing starts at 9 pm. Metro State Community Labyrinth. FREE and open to the community!

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Your library card is the kind of companion that’s always there when you need it. Sept. is Library Card Sign-Up Month so stop by & get yours! You don't have to be a Metro student to get a card. Just bring in a photo ID & fill out a form. You’ll have access to computers, study rooms, books & more!

Meme of Punch, the viral baby Japanese macaque, hugging a stuffed orangutan with text reading “Me. My library Card.”

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Today is Constitution Day, commemorating the signing of this founding document in 1787. Stop by the library’s 2nd-floor book display to pick up your free pocket constitution! To learn more about the Constitution online visit the library’s Constitution guide: libguides.metrostate.edu/consti.../we...

Graphic in red, white, and blue including a US flag and a capitol dome. Text reads: "Know your rights! Constitution Day-September 17. Pick up your free pocket Constitution in the library."

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the library for our first Coffee & Connections of the fall semester! We hope you were able to visit with colleagues, meet therapy dog Godiva, & work on one of the fun crafts we had available. Please save the date for our next get-together: Mon, Oct 12, at 11am

Photograph of a black therapy dog in a purple vest.

Photograph of a coffee cart and barista.

Photograph of craft materials on a table.

Photograph of individuals sitting at a table doing crafts.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

September 17 is Constitution Day. Stop by the library’s 2nd floor this week to explore our display of books and videos about the U.S. Constitution, its history, deficiencies, and lasting impact. There’s plenty to discover! And while you’re here, pick up a FREE pocket Constitution!

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Community Seed Circle is back! 🌱 We’ll be sorting seeds and talking about gardening in the Dayton's Bluff Library on Wednesday, September 16, at 5:30 p.m. Help us and @urbanrootsmn.bsky.social restock the Seed Library and enjoy some free tea while meeting your neighbors. 🍵

Graphic with a green background and images of leaves and a hand planting a seed. Text reads, “Community Seed Circle at the East Side Seed Library. Third Wednesday of the month. September 16, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Dayton’s Bluff Library, 645 E 7th St., Saint Paul. Sort seeds and connect with neighbors.” The logos for Metro State, Saint Paul Public Library, and Urban Roots are included.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who shared your work with us and Haute Dish at Open Mic Night! You wrote some wonderful pieces and we loved hearing them. ❤️ We hope everyone can make it to our next event on October 8 at 6:00! Sign up to read your work here: forms.office.com/r/kicy8z8MJc

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Photo of a participant speaking at the lectern while others watch and listen.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Free, fast, and confidential HIV testing is available here in the library until 1:00 p.m., thanks to Minnesota Community Care. No insurance is needed. Can't come today? They'll be back on October 15 from 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Learn more about Minnesota Community Care: www.mncare.org

Photo of a table in the library with staff members from Minnesota Community Care. There are items on the table related to sexual health and wellness.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Thank you for joining us at today’s Get Organized workshop! Even if you couldn’t make it today, check out our Stay Organized get-togethers throughout the semester. You’ll get free monthly supplies and tips from fellow bullet journal enthusiasts. Read more here: libguides.metrostate.edu/GetOrganized

Colorful bullet journals laid out on a table in preparation for a workshop on organization.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Coffee & Connections is back monthly on Mondays! We’ll kick it off Mon., Sept. 14 at 11am with free coffee from Elite Espresso. Don’t miss Godiva, the chocolatey therapy dog. Visit the Coffee & Connections page for full schedule and complete info: library.metrostate.edu/coffee-conne...

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Everyone has a story to tell. What’s yours? Whether it’s funny, heartbreaking or somewhere in between, stories help us make sense of ourselves & connect with others. Explore our collection of books about storytelling, memoir, personal experiences & the many ways stories shape our lives!

Photograph of books about stories and storytelling.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Open Mic Night returns! 🎤 We’ll be with Haute Dish in the first-floor Fireplace Lounge on Thursday, September 10, at 6:00 p.m. to listen to poems and short stories written by Metro students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Want to read your work? Sign up here: forms.office.com/r/kicy8z8MJc

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Did you know that community members can get a Metro State library card? September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, so stop by the library today and get yours! Learn more about Community Borrower services and resources here: library.metrostate.edu/community-me...

Person in a yellow shirt on a vibrant green background holding a Metro State Community Borrower card.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

National Recovery Month is observed each September to celebrate individuals in recovery from substance use. Stop by to check out these materials related to addiction, treatment and recovery. If you need additional support visit Metro’s Collegiate Recovery Program: www.metrostate.edu/.../collegia...

Photograph of a book display on the topic of addiction, treatment and recovery.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Metro State Library will be closed on Saturday, September 5, and remain closed until Tuesday, September 8, when we’ll reopen for our normal hours. Databases, e-books, and other digital services will still be accessible 24/7. Enjoy the Labor Day weekend! 😀

Graphic with a pale blue background and clipart of work-related items on the borders. White text in a dark blue box reads, “Metro State University Library is closed on Labor Day weekend. Saturday, September 5 – Monday, September 7. Normal hours resume on Tuesday, September 8. Digital resources are 24/7.”

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

With a new semester starting, it’s great to be organized. Register to attend our next Get Organized 101 Workshop. Learn the Bullet Journaling method for improved focus and productivity. You’ll even get a complimentary journal! Registration is required. RSVP here: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/xgdshPA8c8

Graphic with office supplies and an open journal on a blue background. Text reads: Get Organized 101. Learn Bullet Journaling. Hands on workshop. Free Journals. Included are two Metro State graphics.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

We’re tackling our Fall to-dos tomorrow at Stay Organized, our monthly bullet journal meetup. Everyone is welcome to decorate their journals with us at 12pm in our first-floor lounge. 📓 Learn more about bullet journaling by signing up for Get Organized on 9/9: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/xgdshPA8c8

Graphic with a green background and an open bullet journal. Text reads, “Stay organized. Libguides.metrostate.edu/getorganized. Drop-in productivity sessions! Bring your bullet journal and prep for the upcoming month with us. Supplies and monthly log stickers provided! Last Wednesday of the month, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Library and learning center first-floor lounge. August 26.”

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Need a boost to keep up with the busy first days of a new semester? Your library is here for you! Stop by the library’s second floor near the skyway for complimentary snacks and beverages. Let’s tackle this new semester together, Metro!

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Ready for Fall 2026? We are! 😃 Visit the library for your student or staff ID, research help, a place to study, and many more services and resources. We serve students, faculty, and staff six days a week from morning to evening. Learn more about us at our website: library.metrostate.edu

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Finish the summer strong by returning any library materials that may be due at the end of the semester. All items can be returned at the 1st-floor desk, and books and DVDs can be placed in our book drops. If you have any questions about when something is due or whether it can be renewed, just ask!

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Get your student ID now and skip the long lines later! 🪪 We can make you one at our first-floor desk as soon as you’re registered for classes. Just bring a photo ID and your StarID! You can also get your ID by mail by putting in a request on our website: library.metrostate.edu/id/

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Dinosaurs ruled the world long before humans did, and now they’ve taken over our downstairs display! These books can tell you what we know about these fascinating creatures, how we know it, and who made the discoveries. Feel free to check them out! 🦕🦖

Photo of a library display with books about dinosaurs.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

These dog days of summer are a great time to walk the community labyrinth! Bring your pup, a friend, or simply yourself for a peaceful stroll to clear your mind and enjoy some quiet time in the sun. If you would like to learn more, visit the community labyrinth site: shorturl.at/6sXfh

A person walking a small black dog through the community labyrinth.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

The show must go on--to our display! This month, we're putting plays and theatre in the spotlight. These stage-worthy stories from diverse playwrights can make you laugh, learn, and cry. Your Metro State ID or community borrower card is free admission to some of history's greatest shows. 🎭

Photo of a library display featuring plays and titles on theatre.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

We’re excited to break out our bullet journals again at Stay Organized tomorrow! 📓 Anyone can join us in the first-floor Fireplace Lounge from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. and use our art supplies and monthly log stickers to decorate their journals. 😊 Learn more: libguides.metrostate.edu/getorganized

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

As the heat wave continues this week, your library is the perfect place to cool off! Chill out with a great book, check out a movie, or discover a new board game—all while staying comfortable!

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

July 24 is National Amelia Earhart Day when we celebrate the birth and remarkable achievements of pioneering American aviator Amelia Earhart. Born in 1897, Earhart made history as the first woman to complete a solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean. Stop by your library to read more about her today!

Photograph of 4 books related to Amelia Earheart and her important contributions to aviation.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

The East Side Seed Library is hosting Intro to Crop Art, a hands-on workshop on how to use seeds to make pictures. 🌱🖼️ We’ll be in Room 132 on Wednesday, July 29, at 6:00 p.m. with @urbanrootsmn.bsky.social and SPPL. Materials will be provided. Register here: forms.office.com/r/29y4AmfnE6

Graphic with a cream-colored background and photos of crop art. Text reads, “East Side Seed Library presents Intro to Crop Art. Learn the basics of crop art and how to make your own in this hands-on workshop. Perfect for beginners and aspiring state fair exhibitors! Wednesday, July 29. 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Library and Learning Center, 645 E 7th St., Saint Paul.” The Metro State, Saint Paul Public Library, and Urban Roots logos are included.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

July 13 is Embrace Your Geekness Day! What better place to do that than at your library? Stream your favorite anime on our free Wi-Fi. Play one of our 100+ board games in the first-floor lounge or just find a cozy spot and curl up with a book. Whatever fuels your fandom, this is your time to shine!

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

July 10 is Clerihew Day! A clerihew is a humorous, biographical four-line poem with an AABB rhyme scheme, where the subject’s name appears in the first line. It’s designed to be playful & is named for English novelist, Edmund Clerihew Bentley. Let’s make some poetry! We’ll start. (Add yours below!)

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Summer is a season of playtime, and we’re celebrating that with a display on the history of the toys we love(d) to play with! From teddy bears to building blocks, there’s something here for anyone with fond memories of childhood. Each title can be checked out to bring the fun home! 🧸🎮🎲📖

Photo of a library book display with materials on the history of toys and games.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Got World Cup fever? ⚽ Keep the excitement going between matches with a book or video from the library! Dive into the history, legendary players, and international importance that make the soccer a global passion. Stop by and check one out!

Photograph of several library books on the topic of soccer.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Interested in the publishing industry? Want to connect with authors and publishing professionals? Sign up for INFS 338: The Craft & Commerce of Book Publishing! For more info, visit the course description page: shorturl.at/Ktq52

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

We’re honoring the USA's semiquincentennial with a display that highlights our nation's history from the beginning to the present day. Each book or DVD details how diverse people and historic events have shaped our country, and how we can learn from the past to create a better present and future.

Photo of a library display featuring books and DVDs related to the history of the United States.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

This week is going to be a scorcher so why not come on down to your library and beat the heat in the AC? Find a cozy book nook, play a board game, use a computer, or just “chill out” and relax. We’re always happy to see you!

Graphic on a sky-blue background with the text "Beat the Heat @ your library!" On the left, an illustration shows a person relaxing on a yellow chaise lounge while reading a book next to a potted plant. On the right, a cartoon sun with a flushed, overheated expression is paired with a red thermometer.

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

A big thank you to all of you who attended Community Fun day this past Saturday! We had a great time and we hope you did, too! See you next year!

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Metro State Library is closed during Independence Day weekend, but we reopen on Monday, July 6, at the usual time. Our e-services continue to be available 24/7. We hope you enjoy this historic holiday weekend!

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Don't forget to join us this Sat, June 27, at Community Fun Day for activities, food, and entertainment beginning at 2pm! Activities include a puppet show, face painting, lawn games, crafts, and more! Free and open to the community! For complete info: shorturl.at/EgsJa

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Metro State Library & Learning Center @metrostatelib.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Between holiday celebrations, camps, and road trips, summer is a busy time! Stay Organized is here to help you keep it all together. We’ll be in the 1st-floor Fireplace Lounge at 12 p.m. tomorrow with monthly log stickers and art supplies for your bullet journal. All experience levels are welcome! 📓

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