Highland District Council Seeking Applicants to Improve Commercial Corridors

Businesses needing financial assistance for improvement projects have until June 27 to submit an application to St. Paul’s new Commercial Corridor Organization Assistance Program. The…
Grand Old Day Kicks Off Summer in St. Paul

Since 1973, Grand Old Day has been the “unofficial kickoff to summer” on the first Sunday in June. This year’s event, happening June 1, builds…
More Than Cartwheels and Handstands: Sokol Gymnastics

Over the weekend of April 4-6, seven gymnasts from Sokol Minnesota Gymnastics traveled to Crete, Nebraska to participate in a meet with other Western District…
The Life and Legacy of Rachel Carson (Part One)

The opening line of “Under the Sea Wind” underwhelmed me. I wasn’t sure I could make it any further, the next page or so was…
Film Review: “The Wild Robot”

Robot companions have long played a significant role in the universe of animated films, from “The Iron Giant,” to “Wall-E” to “Big Hero 6.” Blasting…
Highland District Council June 2025

Register your garage sale by June 7 We’re hosting a weekend of garage sales, Friday, June 20 and Saturday, June 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.…
Discover What’s Happening at Your Library This Summer

St. Paul Public Library is the perfect summer break destination for kids, teens and their families to explore, create and connect. From June 1 to…
The Sights of 2025 Spring Art Crawl at Schmidt

Spring Art Crawl in Ward 2 was held April 25-27. In addition to the dozens of artists showcasing their art and selling their wares in…
SPNN names Bonnie Schumacher new Executive Director

The St. Paul Neighborhood Network (SPNN) announced the appointment of Bonnie Schumacher as its new Executive Director, effective April 1, 2025. Bonnie has served as…