Saint Paul
Public Library to offer music, dance, and martial arts programs over MEA break
for kids
Stay. Play. MEA series (Oct. 20-22)
includes a free Intro to Capoeira class, a Brazilian form of self-defense
SAINT PAUL—The Saint
Paul Public Library presents Stay. Play. MEA next month, a series of
music, dance, and fitness programs over MEA break for kids. Students can learn
how to play the harmonica while exploring the rich history of Blues music;
master the art of self-defense, Brazilian style; or get their hearts pumping
with Drumbeats, a percussive form of exercise using weighted drumsticks. All
events are free and are geared toward grade school students, ages 8 and up.
“We are pleased to offer a diverse array of programs
over MEA break this year,” said Karen Kolb Peterson, library Youth and Public Services
Director. “This year, our focus is on keeping our kids’ minds and bodies
engaged, with dance, music, and exercise programs. For parents, the library is
here to support you with fun, engaging programs for your kids.”
The library’s MEA
weekend activities are described below:
Intro to Capoeira:
learn about this Brazilian art of joyful rebellion, where movement, music,
culture, and self-defense intersect.
- Rice Street Library (1011 Rice St.): October 20, 3-5 p.m.
Drumbeats: cardio jam
sessions using weighted drumsticks specifically engineered for exercising.
- Arlington Hills Library (1200 Payne Ave.): October 21, 1:30-2:00
p.m. and 2:15-2:45 p.m.
- Hayden Heights Library (1456 White Bear Ave.): October 22,
2-2:30 p.m.
Blues for Kids: learn
the joy and history of Blues music by playing it!
- Hamline Midway Library (1558 W. Minnehaha Ave.): October 20, 6-7
p.m.
- St. Anthony Park Library (2245 Como Ave.): October 22, 1-2 p.m.
Young Dance: dance is
used to explore topics of social justice.
- Rondo
Library (461 N Dale St.): October 20, 1-2 p.m.
- Riverview
Library (1 E George St.): October 21, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
- Merriam
Park Library (1831 Marshall Ave.): October 22, 2-3 p.m.
These programs are made
possible by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Space is
limited for all events; registration is recommended. Learn more and register
for events at sppl.org/mea.
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About Saint Paul Public Library
Saint Paul Public Library connects
people in Saint Paul with the imperative and the joy of learning through a
lifetime. Saint Paul residents can enjoy free access to technology, books,
movies, music, classes and more. We are at 12 neighborhood libraries, George
Latimer Central Library, the Bookmobile, and online at sppl.org.
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