PRESS RELEASE: Columbia Heights Public Library ESL Conversation Circle visited by Rep. Sandra Feist

Monday June 6th 2022: Rep. Sandra Feist (DFL) District: 41B visits Columbia Heights Public Library for the on-going English Language Learners Conversation Circle led by Twin Cities actor Paul Cram held each Monday from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm.

Paul Cram, Sandra Feist, sitting with English Language Learners
From Left: Youngsup Kim, Lev Semanduev, Sandra Feist, Patricia Remero, Paul Cram, and Laura Lopez Avévalo

Paul said “Fun fact, Sandra Feist is not only serves in the MN House of Representatives, she also is an immigration attorney and mom. I discovered those last two tidbits while reaching out to her in 2021 to ask her to support a tax incentive for movie and tv production here in the state. (which passed!) It was during those interactions that I mentioned my volunteer work at the library, and she asked if she could come join us sometime, and so she did. I am so happy she came to the group. It made all of the participants feel special and appreciated — including me!”

The library currently holds two weekly Conversation Circles. Monday 5:30pm and Thursday 2 pm in library’s History Room (130).

Cortni Obrien and Paul Cram hold up "Convsation Circle" sign
From Left: Cortni O’Brien, Paul Cram

“Conversation Circle is an informal gathering for English Language Learners interested in practicing their English in a relaxed environment,” said Cortni O’Brien, adult services librarian at the Columbia Heights Public Library. “Learners meet weekly with an English-speaking library volunteer to meet new people and practice everyday conversation skills.”

All levels are welcome and no registration is required. Call the Columbia Heights Public Library for information 763-706-3690.