Community Reporter

Free Community Shredding Day
2026-04-18 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
April 18, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. 1460 Grand Ave., St. Paul. Free.

Protect yourself from identity theft by bringing up to five boxes of documents for secure onsite shredding. Participants can watch their paperwork being destroyed. Hosted by The Odd Couple Team. theoddcoupleteam.com/about/doing-good-in-the-neighborhood.

Spring Craft Fair
2026-04-18 10:00 - 15:00
April 18, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Edgcumbe Recreation Center.

Shop handmade goods and local crafts at this community craft fair. Interested vendors should contact the recreation center at 651-695-3711 for booth information. facebook.com/EdgcumbeRec.

Blast from the Past — Gala Edition
2026-04-18 19:00 - 23:00
April 18, 7–11 p.m. C.S.P.S. Hall, West 7th. $15 prepaid; $20 at the door.

Dance the night away to live Slovczech brass band music while enjoying drinks, goulash and festive company at this lively community gala. Prepayment recommended. sokolmn.org/all-events.

Sundays at Landmark: Skylark Opera Theatre
2026-04-19 13:00 - 15:00
April 19, 1–3 p.m. Landmark Center. Free.

Enjoy Black on Broadway, a 75-minute musical journey presented by Skylark Opera Theatre celebrating the contributions of Black artists to American musical theater. Four vocalists perform solo and ensemble selections tracing the evolution from early Black vaudeville to modern Broadway. landmarkcenter.org/event/sundays-at-landmark-skylark-opera-theatre-2.

Ballet Tuesdays: Mary Poppins
2026-04-21 12:00 - 13:00
April 21, noon–1 p.m. Landmark Center. Free.Ballet Co.Laboratory presents excerpts from Mary Poppins featuring professional dancers in this family-friendly performance. Afterward, audience members may join an optional mini dance lesson, craft activity and photo opportunity. No reservations required. landmarkcenter.org.

Downtown Action Series
2026-04-23 16:30 - 18:00
April 23. Union Depot, St. Paul. Free.

The Downtown Action Series continues through 2026 with free public events focused on civic engagement, community connection, and downtown vitality. Hosted at Union Depot, the series brings together residents, leaders, and organizations to explore ideas and initiatives shaping downtown St. Paul. Each event offers opportunities to learn, share perspectives, and connect with others invested in the future of the city. Open to all and free to attend.More info: stpaul.gov/department/city-council/ward-2

Outdoor Spring Clean-up
2026-04-25 10:00 - 11:00
April 25, 10–11 a.m. C.S.P.S. Hall grounds, West 7th. Free.

Sokol Minnesota Youth Link teens invite families to help pick up litter around the hall grounds. Volunteers of all ages welcome; contact organizers to participate. sokolmn.org/all-events.

MN Roller Derby
2026-04-25 18:00 - 21:00
April 25, 6:00 p.m. Roy Wilkins Auditorium. $24-$26.

Minnesota Roller Derby is back in the legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium for season 22! Get your tickets to see MNRD’s home teams face off in two action-packed bouts! Doors are opening an hour earlier this year, at 5pm, with the first whistle at 6. Kids 9 and under free in General Admission area, ages 2 and under free in Reserved Seats. Must be 18 or older to sit Trackside.

More info at MNrollerderby.com

Seniors Cinco de Mayo Luncheon
2026-05-05 11:00 - 14:00
May 5, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. El Rio Vista Recreation Center, West Side. $12 residents/$18 non-residents.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with lunch, bingo, music, games and social time for adults age 55+. Registration required by April 30. Call 651-789-3692 for details.
