Events

Shot Through the Heart Party

February 14, 2012 at 7:00 PM - February 14, 2012 11:00 PM
Members: $15.00 / NonMembers: $15.00

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Are you fatigued by the heart-shaped-box-candlelight-dinner-and-a-dozen-roses Valentine Day? If so, this party is for you!

In an attempt to appeal to those fatigued by the heart-shaped-box-candlelight-dinner-and-a-dozen-roses, we're throwing a Valentine's Day party, YES, here at the Hill Library--this fun party will poke fun at this Hallmark holiday. From 7- 11 pm on February 14, guests can enjoy a live DJ, themed food sampling (think "Jerk" Chicken and broken heart cookies), and cocktails. A large screen in the library will be playing Fatal Attraction and The Break-Up as the ultimate party backdrop. Large photos of couples that "didn't make it" (Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston, Sonny and Cher, Elizabeth Taylor and….well…there are many options here…) will be on display throughout our dramatic, historic venue.

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Literary Speed Dating

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February 22, 2012 at 7:00 PM - February 22, 2012 9:00 PM
Members: $10.00 / NonMembers: $10.00

The Hill Library is playing matchmaker this February by using their romantic setting to introduce Romeo to his Juliet or Juliet to her Romeo. Discussion will be centered on current and all-time favorite literary reads. The bar scene and on-line dating aren't for everyone, so this is a fun alternative for those that enjoy a good read!

From 7- 9 pm on Thursday, February 22, guests can enjoy bright discussion, trivia with "Sassy Lassy" creator John Cosgrove, and cocktails (cash bar). Participants will be given a number and a card, and after a two-minute intellectual chat, each participant will indicate their level of interest. Cards will be given to the staff that will connect people indicating a mutual interest.

$10 in advance - space is limited so advance tickets are required

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Book It: An Evening with Chastity Brown and Music Trivia

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February 23, 2012 at 6:30 PM - February 23, 2012 9:30 PM
Members: $10.00 / NonMembers: $15.00

Music trivia w/Jeff Kamin at 7:15 p.m.

Prizes for the most trivial minds among us! Live music starts at 8:15 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Location: James J. Hill Reference Library, 80 West 4th St, St. Paul, 55102

Prizes for the most trivial minds among us! Live music starts at 8:15 p.m. Hosted by The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library and James J. Hill Reference Library. Show your public library card and ID and get a beer ticket from our sponsor, Summit Brewing Company. Bring your friends and join us for a series of four fun evenings of socializing, music trivia and some of the best the local music scene has to offer. Cash bar and good friends in a fabulous setting with great acoustics... you're overdue for a night out!

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Book It: An Evening with We Became Actors and Music Trivia

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March 08, 2012 at 6:30 PM - March 08, 2012 9:30 PM
Members: $10.00 / NonMembers: $15.00

Music trivia w/Jeff Kamin at 7:15 p.m.

Prizes for the most trivial minds among us! Live music starts at 8:15 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Location: James J. Hill Reference Library, 80 West 4th St, St. Paul, 55102

Hosted by The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library and James J. Hill Reference Library. Show your public library card and ID and get a beer ticket from our sponsor, Summit Brewing Company. Bring your friends and join us for a series of four fun evenings of socializing, music trivia and some of the best the local music scene has to offer. Cash bar and good friends in a fabulous setting with great acoustics... you're overdue for a night out!

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