Maureen Hartman
@mlhartman.bsky.social
Saint Paul and Minneapolis. Self described “library person” and public sector leader. This is my personal account and does not represent the opinions or views of my employer.
So proud to be represented by @aurinmpls.bsky.social and to have worked and learned from Noel Nix too! Public sector work—elected and appointed—is hard and takes a toll!
Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12@aurinmpls.bsky.social · 7h agoHonored to be on Angela Davis’ MPR News Show- Wellness Wednesday to have a conversation on Mental Health challenges that can face public officials. Give it a listen: www.mprnews.org/episode/2026...
Resisting the urge to say, “in my day, we just had chalk and bikes!” Now it really does seem like a bouncy house is required! 😬
Laura G Mitchell@lauragmitchell.com · yesterdayStreets are for people (not just people in cars) and … inflatable bouncy houses, apparently? 😆
oh, how I wish this was a job a person could still have
jordan@jordantyranny.bsky.social · 2d agoGIRL SNAKE CATCHER. she makes a snug little income by securing reptiles for traveling shows SHE JUST GRABS THEM (The Washington Bee, Washington DC, November 8, 1902)
Hamline Midway Library is open! Find your latest read, explore new art installations, relax by the fireplace, or play and learn as a family. From community spaces to quiet rooms for a virtual meeting, the new Hamline Midway Library building has the space for you. We hope to see you there soon!
So rare to see local news/weather document how climate change is implicated in our ever increasingly extreme weather. Bravo to @svensundgaard.bsky.social, who gives a fantastic weather/climate breakdown for our crazy July @bringmethenews.bsky.social bringmethenews.com/minnesota-we...
July was brutal in Minnesota, and the numbers show how much climate change is to blame
From record heat up north to the state's worst-ever air quality, meteorologist Sven Sundgaard breaks down a brutal month that he says has the fingerprints of climate change all over it.
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Basketball has never been my sport, but god damn I have so much respect for the Lynx and Cheryl Reeve in particular. MN is fortunate to have them.
Cassidy Hettesheimer@cassidyhett.bsky.social · 3d agoCheryl Reeve’s shirt today:
E-bike summer—Midtown Greenway from W River Parkway to Depot and back!
What if, this time, it was the rain that needed us?
I’ve been doing mental health interviews for about ten years now, reading about it, writing about it. And I’m more convinced than ever that we’re collectively getting worse at the same rate that the toxic repercussions of capitalism, as it’s practiced in America, get more pronounced.
The Rhode Island Library Association (RILA) announces that legislation regarding the fair licensing of library ebooks in the state of Rhode Island has become law. www.valleybreeze.com/news/north_p...
Rhode Island Library Association celebrates ebook bills becoming law
PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Library Association (RILA) announces that legislation regarding the fair licensing of library ebooks in the state of Rhode Island has become law. According to RILA,
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Tattoo it, if you must. But move with this understanding.
Molly Crabapple@mollycrabapple.bsky.social · 7d ago99% of the time, when someone accuses you of selective outrage, it’s a way of politically demobilizing you and shutting you up “Why are you angry about data centers instead of fast fashion” isn’t about making you care about fast fashion. It’s about shutting you up about data centers And visa versa
First time I’ve ever seen my 19 year old read a print newspaper.
The Onion@theonion.com · 6d agoYour country finally needs someone like you. Buy your edition of The Onion Newspaper, 'America's 250th' Commemorative Issue here: https://store.theonion.com/products/the-onion-newspaper-july-2026-physical-copy
Everyone in the past was neurotypical, which is how we got things like this single-author, eight-volume encyclopedia of ferns
Best lemonade stand in St Paul is now open 3-5PM on the corner of Dunlap and Portland, Lex-Ham neighborhood! We’ll be here until 5! It’s the world premiere of this new small business!
If you’re in northeast this weekend and need somewhere to eat, Relish had a tough week with fixing their ice machine and air conditioning, and then dealing with a pipe/water issue. Go get a meal or something there. The Mac and cheese bites and the Cobb salad are both great! Good place to bring kids.
Starting to get our professional photos back from Hamline Midway Library opening last week. Bike racks were full like this all day!!! Photos by Liam James; bike rack design by Lucy Michell.
For years I have ALWAYS always had a great experience at the Roseville license/passport center! These folks know what they’re doing.
Thank you @mccollum.house.gov for visiting the Hamline Midway Library and for your support for @stpaulpublibrary.bsky.social and our ongoing Transforming Libraries work! Next up: Hayden Heights Library in 2027!
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.gov · 2w agoThe new Hamline Midway library is more than a place to check out a book — it's a space where community grows, kids can explore, and adults can keep learning for life. It was a pleasure joining neighbors for the grand opening on Saturday!
We had over 1300 people come through Hamline Midwqy Library today to help us celebrate our first day being open! Thank you neighbors—new and familiar—you gasped, cried, laughed and checked out SO many books, movies and music. We built this library for you. Thanks for waiting. ❤️
Today, the Midway community welcomes one of the greatest joys a neighborhood can celebrate: A new library. The fun kicks off today at with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:15 AM!
Hamline Midway Library Grand Opening Celebration
Welcome to your new library! Celebrate the grand opening of your new state-of-the-art library with a day of activities for all ages. Explore the building, discover new public art, and gather with neig...
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I helped open the new Hamline Midway Library today and what a uniquely kick ass experience.
You’re the best Tom! Thanks for being with us today!
Tom Basgen, Mr. Saint Paul@tombasgen.bsky.social · 3w agoI helped open the new Hamline Midway Library today and what a uniquely kick ass experience.
These stickers represent how I feel within my body.
We’re ready!!!! See you tomorrow!!! ❤️❤️
Maureen Hartman@mlhartman.bsky.social · 3w agoHamline Midway Library, aka the GOAT, opening this Saturday July 18. Storytime 10:30; my remarks and ribbon cutting 11:15. Tours and artist talks and ice cream and DJ and awesome staff. Also normal library stuff like books, music, movies and study rooms. Open until 5:30. Can’t wait to meet you!
Rookie mistake. Gotta go with “child”
Norm Charlatan@normcharlatan.bsky.social · 3w agoI ordered a “single” cone.
