The Citizen Solution: How You Can Make a Difference

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August 5, 2008

7 p.m., Hillcrest Auditorium - Highland Park Library/Hillcrest Recreation Center auditorium

The Citizen Solution by Harry BoyteThe Citizen Solution: How You Can Make a Difference

Harry BoyteHarry C. Boyte, a nationally known community organizer and activist, will present his new book, The Citizen Solution: How You Can Make a Difference. Harry Boyte is the author of several books, and a senior fellow at the Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota.

Check out Harry Boyte’s Blog page:  http://blog.lib.umn.edu/cdc/bythepeople/

Tickets no longer available.

Request Citizen Solution: How You Can Make a Difference from the Saint Paul Public Library.


Political Scenes: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

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Mr Smith Goes to WashingtonAugust 1, 2008

Starts at dusk, Central Library Courtyard

Political Scenes: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

Jimmy Stewart stars in Frank Capra’s 1939 film about a naive man who is appointed to fill a vacancy in the US Senate.

Watch the trailer!

E-Participation and Real-World Politics

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July 30, 2008

7 - 8:30 p.m., Rondo Community Outreach Library

E-Participation and Real-World Politics

A brief survey of how online tools are changing the way public policy discussions take place, featuring examples from around the region and around the world.

Presented by St. Paul E-Democracy.

Online Video workshop with E-Democracy

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July 11, 2008

10:15 a.m. - 12 noon, Rice Street Library

Online Video workshop with E-Democracy

Today it is easier than ever to use video to make yourself heard. This workshop will provide you with hand-on experience producing and publishing your own video using free software and websites. For ages teen to adult.

George Latimer and Thomas H. Swain

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July 10, 2008

7 p.m., St. Anthony Park

George Latimer and Thomas H. Swain

A timely exchange of ideas between Georg e Latimer, former Saint Paul Mayor, and Thomas Swain, the chief of staff to former Minnesota Governor Elmer L. Andersen.

Civic Engagement Saturday

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June 21, 2008

10 a.m. - 12 noon, Riverview

Civic Engagement Saturday

Come in, find your polling place, register to vote and discuss how you can get involved in the community with members of the West Side Citizens Organization (WSCO). There will be children’s activities as well.

Refreshments served at 12 noon.

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