ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers.Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Services may include:- Book and toy lending library- Dad and child programs- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5- Home visits- Information on community resources- Parent-child activities- Parent discussion groups- Play and learn activities for children- Special events for the entire family- Programs for non-English language learners- School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4- Single parent program- Workshops on specific topics

Provides library materials including audio, books, magazines, and movies on loan; interlibrary loans available

The library system is a network of 27 member public libraries: - Offers residents books, children's books, large print books, movies, TV series, audiobooks, and periodicals. - Provides bookmobile services for residents not near a library and mail-a-book services for homebound patrons. - Online services includes thousands of e-books, digital audiobooks, magazines, newspapers and links to a world of resources for children, teens, and adults.

- Assistive devices for visually and hearing impaired - Children's services and programs, including weekly storytimes - Downloadable eBooks and eAudiobooks - Electronic reference tools, available in-house and remotely - Internet access - Medication drop box at Wildwood Library - Written books, books on CD, music CDs, DVDs, magazines, and newspapers - Reference service - Service to homebound users - Meeting space

Book loan services for adults and children Computer and internet access available to the general public

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers. Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Services may include: - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5: Screenings will check the child's vision, hearing, height, weight, immunization status, thinking, communication skills, and social and emotional development. Parents will have the opportunity to discuss the results of the screening with a Family Center staff member. - Early childhood special education: Early intervention services are available for young children who show developmental delays in the following areas of speech/language, motor skills, social/emotional skills, cognitive skills, and functional skills. A formal evaluation is conducted to identify special needs, and then individualized program plans (IFSP's and IEP's) are developed to help children reach their greatest potential. - Book and toy lending library - Dad and child programs - Home visits - Information on community resources - Parent-child activities weekly - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Programs for non-English language learners - School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4 - Single parent program - Special events for the entire family - Workshops on specific topics

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers. Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Services may include: - Book and toy lending library - Dad and child programs - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Home visits - Information on community resources - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Special events for the entire family - Programs for non-English language learners - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Single parent program - Workshops on specific topics

- Computer Classes: Business Resources, Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Word 2010, Your Library Online, and more - Copier and scanner - Home library service - iLab with makerspace technologies - Interlibrary loans - Online research tools - Print and non-print materials including regular and large print books, books on CD, paperbacks, music CDs, video games, audio tapes, DVDs, described videos, newspapers, pamphlets, and magazines - Public meeting rooms - Reference and information services including Internet and web access - Sponsors and hosts book clubs - Streaming and downloadable media (audiobooks, eBooks, movies, music, and television programs) - Storytimes and summer reading program for youth

Comprehensive public library services offering services like loaning books and movies. Also offers a place for the public to access the internet, occasional story times, access to online databases, and more.

Comprehensive public library services offering services like loaning books and movies. Also offers a place for the public to access the internet, occasional story times, access to online databases, and more.

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers. Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Services may include: - Book and toy lending library - Dad and child programs - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Home visits - Information on community resources - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Special events for the entire family - Programs for non-English language learners - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Single parent program - Workshops on specific topics

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers. Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Services may include: - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Home visits - Special events for the entire family - Book and toy lending library - Information on community resources - Programs for non-English language learners - Workshops on specific topics - School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4 - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Dad and child programs - Single parent program

- Materials: AV sets, books, business directories, compact discs, large print books, magazines, newspapers, eBooks, downloadable audio books, videos, books on CD and audio, and DVDs - Services: Online catalog, reference assistance, Internet access, electronic magazine access, inter-library loan services, preschool story times, summer reading program, homebound services, meeting rooms for public use (at some branches), and copy machines

Provides library services to the community including: - Access to books, audiobooks, large print materials, magazines, musical CD's, and local newspapers - Adult and children/teen programs - Book clubs - Community events - Downloadable e-audiobooks and eBooks - Interlibrary loan - Internet access - Photocopier - Reference and Information desk

- Bookmobile provides 33 hours of service weekly at scheduled Bookmobile stops. Call or check website for schedule. - Computer classes available at most locations. Call or visit the Saint Paul Public Library website for dates/times. - Deaf and Hard of Hearing Collection at Merriam Park Branch Library - eBooks and eAudiobooks - Free GED and ESL classes in Rondo's electronic classroom. Call or visit website for schedule. ESL classes require pre-registration. - Freegal: Downloadable music with no returns available to those with a valid library card. Can download up to 3 songs a week. Visit library website for link. - Government document collection at Central Library - Homebound service - Internet access - Maintains collections of print and non-print materials - Microsoft Ease of Access features have been enabled on all public internet computers; assistive technology kits are available at all locations. Kits include large print keyboard, easy-use trackball mouse, magnifier with hi-power spot lens, and 3-led magnifiers. - Notary services at all locations except Bookmobile and Hayden Heights branch. Call for times. - Online databases, such as full text newspaper articles, available inside the libraries and from home, office, or school. - RBdigial Magazines: Full digital copies of nearly 100 magazines available for download with no subscription limits and no due dates - Reference service - Video cassettes, CDs, audio cassettes, and DVDs Additional adaptive technology resources available at the Arlington Hills, George Latimer Central, and Rondo Community libraries: - Assistive technology stations also offer a hands-free mouse, trackball mouse, scanner, speakers, headphones, adjustable chair, and table - Dragon NaturallySpeaking recognizes speech to create documents and emails, fill out forms, and navigate the web - JAWS reads computer screen aloud and provides verbal information about web pages - Kurzweil 1000 converts printed or electronic text into speech - Kurzweil 3000 assists students with language and other challenges with reading, writing and learning - Zoom Text magnifies text and reads it aloud - Visit website for branch location and hours

Provides library services to the community including: - Access to books, audiobooks, large print materials, magazines, musical CD's, and local newspapers - Adult and children/teen programs - Book clubs - Community events - E-audiobooks and eBooks - Interlibrary loan - Internet access - Photocopier - Reference and Information desk

- Assistive devices for visually and hearing impaired - Children's services and programs, including weekly storytimes - Downloadable eBooks and eAudiobooks - Electronic reference tools, available in-house and remotely - Internet access - Medication drop box at Wildwood Library - Written books, books on CD, music CDs, DVDs, magazines, and newspapers - Reference service - Service to homebound users - Meeting space

Provides library services to the community including: - Access to books, audiobooks, large print materials, magazines, musical CD's, and local newspapers - Adult and children/teen programs - Book clubs - Community events - E-audiobooks and eBooks - Interlibrary loan - Internet access - Photocopier - Reference and Information desk

Comprehensive public library services offering services like loaning books and movies. Also offers a place for the public to access the internet, occasional story times, access to online databases, and more.

The library system is a network of 27 member public libraries: - Offers residents books, children's books, large print books, movies, TV series, audiobooks, and periodicals. - Provides bookmobile services for residents not near a library and mail-a-book services for homebound patrons. - Online services includes thousands of e-books, digital audiobooks, magazines, newspapers and links to a world of resources for children, teens, and adults.

- Computer Classes: Business Resources, Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Word 2010, Your Library Online, and more - Copier and scanner - Home library service - iLab with makerspace technologies - Interlibrary loans - Online research tools - Print and non-print materials including regular and large print books, books on CD, paperbacks, music CDs, video games, audio tapes, DVDs, described videos, newspapers, pamphlets, and magazines - Public meeting rooms - Reference and information services including Internet and web access - Sponsors and hosts book clubs - Streaming and downloadable media (audiobooks, eBooks, movies, music, and television programs) - Storytimes and summer reading program for youth

Library services including:? - Book, movie, and CD loan - Books on Wheels (BOW) outreach program, which brings books and other materials to patrons who cannot easily get to the library - Children's story hour - Computers for public use as well as WiFi - Summer Reading Program

The library system is a network of 27 member public libraries: - Offers residents books, children's books, large print books, movies, TV series, audiobooks, and periodicals. - Provides bookmobile services for residents not near a library and mail-a-book services for homebound patrons. - Online services includes thousands of e-books, digital audiobooks, magazines, newspapers and links to a world of resources for children, teens, and adults.

The library system is a network of 27 member public libraries: - Offers residents books, children's books, large print books, movies, TV series, audiobooks, and periodicals. - Provides bookmobile services for residents not near a library and mail-a-book services for homebound patrons. - Online services includes thousands of e-books, digital audiobooks, magazines, newspapers and links to a world of resources for children, teens, and adults.

- Adaptive/Assistive Technology resources available at the Roseville, Shoreview, and White Bear Lake locations, visit the library's accessibility website to learn more - Computers available for use by public, library also has WiFi - Computer classes - Visit website for class schedule and to register - Educational programs for adults, teens, and children - Meeting rooms for public use - Print and audio-visual materials - Reference and information service (including machine assisted reference service) - Variety of library materials including paperbacks, DVDs, newspapers, large print books, Minnesota collection, CDs, magazines, business directories, maps, and e-books