Recognizing Beth Cleary and Peter Rachleff, East Side Freedom Library
This week, City Council passed a resolution celebrating 10 years since the founding of the East Side Freedom Library, proclaiming Saturday, June 3, 2023, as Beth Cleary and Peter Rachleff Day in the City of St. Paul.
In 1998, Beth Cleary and Peter Rachleff combined their passions for theatre arts and labor history to realize a decade’s long desire to create a lasting public archive and community gathering place in the most ethnically diverse and economically challenged neighborhood of Saint Paul.
Together, they founded the East Side Freedom Library at the former Arlington Hills Public Library, one of three historic Carnegie buildings located at 1105 Greenbrier Street in the Payne-Phalen neighborhood.
The mission of the East Side Freedom Library is to inspire solidarity, advocate for justice, and work toward equity through grassroots storytelling and research methods that both honor and preserve the history and identity of the East Side.
Beth Cleary and Peter Rachleff have served as co-executive directors of the East Side Freedom Library since its inception in 2013 through 2022. Today, they serve as Directors Emeritus on the Board of the Library, while continuing to serve the East Side of Saint Paul as valuable community members, leaders, and advocates.
Visit the East Side Freedom Library's website here for information and upcoming events! Thank you for your service to our East Side community and to Saint Paul as a whole!
Upcoming Renter Forum: Greater East Side Community Council
Join the next Greater East Side renter forum on Tuesday, June 13th from 6-7:30pm at the Hayden Heights Library (1456 White Bear Ave).
Attend Free Fair Housing & Renter's Rights training from Affordable Housing Connections! Sandwiches will be provided and District 2 residents are eligible for a $20 stipend. Reach out to d2communityorganizer@outlook.com for more information.
Become a Saint Paul Firefighter/EMT!
The Saint Fire Department is accepting applications for Firefighter/EMT through June 30th.
There is NO COST to apply and candidates DO NOT need their EMT to go through the process.
Information about the position and the hiring process is available at: www.stpaul.gov/firefighter.
There are three upcoming information sessions where candidates have an opportunity to learn more about a career in Firefighting/Emergency Medical Service, along with the hiring process:
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Monday, June 12, 2023 6:00pm 1683 Energy Park Dr, St. Paul, MN 55108
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Tuesday, June 20, 2023 12:00pm Virtual Only
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Monday, June 26, 2023 6:00pm 1683 Energy Park Dr, St. Paul, MN 55108
Youth Programs for the Summer
Choose from a variety of fun summer programming options for youth through Saint Paul Parks & Recreation. Register today as some camps and activities have limited spots remaining.
Summer camps and activities: Full and half-day camps for youth of all ages. Costs range from free up to $275.
Summer Rec Check: Free program for those entering grades 1-6 this fall on Monday-Thursday from 1-4pm at 23 sites.
Summer S'more Fun: $42/day for those entering grades 1-6 this fall on Monday-Friday from 7am-6pm at 3 sites. Limited spots available.
Recreation in Motion: Recreation in Motion brings outdoor summer fun to your neighborhood! A free youth program offering athletic programs, arts and crafts, and other organized activities. No pre-registration is required.
YMCA Lifeguard Pre-Skills Training
The Midway YMCA is offering a FREE training class for young adults interested in learning skills to become a certified lifeguard. The class will teach correct techniques to swim 300 yards and basic rescue skills. After completing the class, students can take their Red Cross Life Saving class to become part of the YMCA team as a certified lifeguard!
Register at the Midway Y front desk. Training starts June 13th!
ESNDC Friendly Storefronts Program
Attention Ward 6 Businesses! Are you looking to refresh the appearance of your storefront this summer? Check out East Side Neighborhood Development Company’s Friendly Storefronts Program - Grant funding is available for façade improvement projects on a first come basis. See the flyer for general program guidelines, and send all inquiries to jmcgregor@esndc.org to start the application process!
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