Community Reporter

Wearing of the Green Gala & Fundraiser
2025-03-02 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Harriet Island Pavilion
March 2, 3-6 p.m. Harriet Island Pavilion.
This is one of the St. Patrick’s Association’s biggest fundraisers where they invite the public to join us in their best formal attire for a great afternoon of food, drinks, a silent auction, and other exciting fundraising activities. Tickets are on sale now: stpatsmn.org/event-calendar/wearing-of-the-green-gala-2025.

You Can’t Tell the Players Without a Program: Who’s Who in the Historic Preservation World?
2025-03-04 18:30 - 20:00 | Landmark Center
March 4, 6:30-8 p.m. Landmark Center 5th Floor. Free.
Featured Speaker: Erin Hannafin Berg, Policy Institute Director, RETHOS
Erin is a highly experienced credentialed preservation professional who has deep experience in the preservation field. She will give an overview of many of the entities (for profit and non-profit) who affect decisions about preservation in St. Paul and in more general venues. IMPORTANT: Enter by ADA entrance on Market Street. Take the elevator to the 5th floor. There is another event happening in Landmark Center that evening. Learn more at heritagepreservation7.wordpress.com/updates.

Women’s Drum Center Skill Builder Series
2025-03-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Women’s Drum Center
March 7, 6:00-9:00 p.m. Women’s Drum Center. $45.
Women’s Drum Center is excited to announce the launch of a new “Skill Builder” series. The series will offer workshops focused on specific skills. The first one will be on Friday, March 7, 6pm to 9pm: Dan Engebretson’s West African Solo and Improv Workshop. Playing a solo on your drum is a way to musically express yourself in the moment. In this workshop you’ll learn the basics of solo improvisation: where and how to start a solo, laying down a foundation, adapting to the rhythm, letting go of the fear of soloing, how to wrap up your solo. Visit womensdrumcenter.org/register-class to learn more and register.

Home Improvement Workshop Day
2025-03-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Cretin-Derham Hall
March 8, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Cretin-Derham Hall.
The Home Improvement Workshop Day returns on Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Cretin-Derham Hall. Attend one-hour workshops throughout the morning about topics relevant to homeowners and renters in Highland Park and Macalester-Groveland. We’re seeking local contractors and folks in the home improvement business (landscaping, designers, and more) to present during Home Improvement Workshop Day. The deadline to apply and submit your fee is February 7. Details at macgrove.org/hiwd. Contact info@highlanddistrictcouncil.org with questions.

Shamrock’s Irish Nook St. Patrick's Day Celebration
2025-03-09 11:00 - 2025-03-17 02:00 | Shamrock’s Irish Nook
March 9-17. Shamrock’s Irish Nook.

Shuttles to all home Wild Games – March 9, 11, 13, 15 & 17

March 10 – Irish Trivia

March 12 – Guinness Glass Engraving

March 14 – Live Music – Atomic Playboys 9-Close

St. Patrick’s Day Weekend

March 15 – Live Music – Inland Irish Sea 4-7 p.m. & Chubbs 9-close. DJ Jayson w/ special guest “Edererer” in the tent 9:00p.m. – 12:00 a.m.

March 16 – Live music Iain MacGilluray 6-9 p.m. + Shamrock Dancing Group

Free Shuttle to Mary J Blige at Xcel Energy Center

March 17 – St. Patrick’s Day

Brian Baro Irish Pipe Band: 10:30 a.m., 3 p.m. & 10 p.m.

Live Music – Tom Dahill 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Release the Craicen 4:30-7:30 p.m. & Ledfoot Larry 9-close. Paddywagon 3-8 p.m. in the tent.

Details at crshamrocks.com.

Romanian Spring Traditions
2025-03-09 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Landmark Center
Every Sunday in March, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Landmark Center. Free.
Join us every Sunday in March from 1-3 pm, to learn about the March 1st tradition of Martisor, the legend of Baba Dochia and the significance of Mucenici, the pretzel made with walnut and honey. Learn more at hora-mn.org/2024/12/12/romanian-spring-traditions-2.

Miss Shamrock 2025 Coronation
2025-03-11 17:00 - 21:00 | Minnesota Music Cafe
March 11, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. The Minnesota Music Cafe.

Join the St. Patrick’s Association as they crown Miss Shamrock 2025, the Queen of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in St. Paul. We’ll be celebrating with bagpipers, Irish dancers, St. Paul’s Irish dignitaries, and so much more! stpatsmn.org/event-calendar/miss-shamrock-2025.

The World’s Worst Irish Tenor Contest
2025-03-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Mancini’s Char House
March 12, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Mancini’s Char House.

Tune up your vocals. Plan to sing your lungs out. Hey, Italians can get in on the Irish fun too! This is St. Paul after all. Blarney Stone, has a large repertoire of well-loved traditional songs and tunes. These are drawn from a broad selection of Irish, Scottish and Australian material. Blarney Stone’s sound is authentic, and refreshingly irreverent with a high level of audience participation encouraged. Learn more at mancinis.com/event/the-midas-touch.

Community Conversation with Rebecca Noecker
2025-03-13 09:00 - 10:00 | Linwood Recreation Center
March 13, 9-10 a.m. Location Linwod Rec. Center.
This month’s Community Conversation will include the Honorable John Guthmann, Ramsey County District Court Judge. Learn more at stpaul.gov/department/city-council/ward-2.

Mni Sota Akitho Festival
2025-03-14 08:00 - 2025-03-16 17:00 | St. Paul Riverfront Hotel
March 14–16, InterContinental St. Paul Riverfront Hotel. $23.06-$93.05.
The Mni Sota Akitho Festival is bringing a groundbreaking cultural celebration to the Twin Cities this March. Taking place from March 14–16, 2025, at the InterContinental St. Paul Riverfront Hotel, this immersive event will honor the artistry, resilience and cultural heritage of Indigenous communities through tattooing, music, art and storytelling. Highlights of the Festival include Indigenous Tattooing, Vendor Marketplace & Culinary Delights, Workshops, Performances and Panels and A Unique Vision for Unity and Celebration.
Learn more and purchase tickets at akithofestival.com.

Sokol Minnesota Friendly Friday Evenings at the C.S.P.S. Hall
2025-03-14 19:00 - 22:00 | C.S.P.S. Hall
March 14th, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. C.S.P.S. Hall.
Historian Joe Landsberger discusses his new book, Origin Story of Fort Road/West Seventh Street, the Township/City of St. Paul, the Territory/State of Minnesota: Glacial Age Forward Presentation from 7:00 – 8:00, with conversation and social time following. Join us in one of St. Paul’s oldest and best-loved buildings to hear about the history of the city’s first commercial corridor and neighborhood. Joe Landsberger, longtime member and former President of Czech and Slovak Sokol Minnesota, will share highlights from his new book, his research, and his writing process. Joe is well known for his work for the West 7th neighborhood and his wealth of knowledge regarding the area.
Learn more and register at sokolmn.org/all-events.

Teeling’s St. Patty’s Party
2025-03-15 10:00 - 2025-03-16 01:00 | Maharaja’s Rock & Roll Headquarters
March 15, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m. Maharaja’s Rock & Roll Headquarters

Join the Shenanigans in the Lot Directly Behind Maharaja’s – Part of the Lucky Palooza West 7th Street Extravaganza. With St. Paul’s historic West 7th Street being a true epicenter of spirited Irish fun, the Teeling’s St. Patty’s Party is a don’t miss event! All revelers will enjoy a welcoming atmosphere to enjoy all the festivities. Highlights including: Heated canopy tent, Full bar with drink specials, Live music & dance floor, Fun onsite activations & giveaways and more. Watch for more announcements to come, including Main Stage artists!

Fierce Desires: A New History of Sex and Sexuality in America
2025-03-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Minnesota History Center
March 15, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Minnesota History Center. $15.
In her new book Fierce Desires, Rebecca L. Davis charts the shifting and multiple roles that sex and sexuality have played in our societies and identities over more than 400 years. Drawing on a wealth of sources, Davis’s rigorous research and wide scope provides the oft-missing historical depth needed to understand how and why sexuality and gender have taken center stage in some of today’s most polarizing debates. Featuring stories across a wide spectrum of the United States, Davis demonstrates how fiercely we have valued our desires, and how far we are willing to go to defend them. Learn more and get tickets at mnhs.org/events/2866.

Burger Moe's St. Patrick's Day Lucky Palooza
2025-03-15 12:00 - 2025-03-16 23:00 | Burger Moe’s
March 15 & 16. Noon-11:00 p.m. Burger Moe’s

St Patrick’s Day Lucky Palooza event on Saturday March 15, 2025 and Sunday March 16, 2025 from 12:00pm-11:00pm on event days. The event will be located at 242 7th St W – Burger Moe’s parking lot. Join Burger Moe’s for their annual tent party, #luckypalooza & St. Patrick’s Day March 16 and 17 from noon – 11p.m. burgermoes.com.

St. Patrick’s Weekend at the White Squirrel
2025-03-15 13:00 - 2025-03-17 00:00 | White Squirrel Bar
March 15-17. White Squirrel Bar.

Live Music all weekend long. March 15 features (1-4pm): Superfloor w. Soft Topics, High Tiny Hairs from 1-4 p.m., North Country Singers from 6-8 p.m. and The 241’s from 9-midnight.

March 16 has Math Emergency w. The Janey Winterbauer Trio, Meanest Genus from 1-4 p.m., Bingo With Pete from 6-8 p.m. and Karaoke With Ally from 9-midnight.

March 17 has Sparrow Catcher from 6-8 p.m. and Ait Ait w. Torn Popes, Whispered The Rabbit from 9-midnight. More info at whitesquirrelbar.com.

Patrick McGovern's Pub Luckypalooza & St. Patrick's Day
2025-03-15 14:00 - 2025-03-17 02:00 | Patrick McGovern’s Pub
March 15 & 17, 2:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. Patrick McGovern’s Pub.

Join Patrick McGovern’s Pub for a Luckypalooza & St. Patrick’s Day event on Saturday March 15, and Monday March 17, 2025 from 2:00pm-2:00am. The event will take place at 225 7th Street W – Patrick McGovern’s Pub. patmcgoverns.com.

J.R. Mac's St. Patrick's Day Tent
2025-03-15 16:00 - 2025-03-17 22:00 | J.R. Mac’s
March 15 & 17. 4:00 – 10:00 p.m. J.R. Mac’s Bar and Grill

Jr Mac’s is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day Tent event on Saturday March 15, and Monday March 17, 2025 from 4:00pm-10:00pm. The event will take place at 1420 7th Street W – Jr Mac’s parking lot. facebook.com/J.R.MacsWest7th.

Sundays at Landmark: An Irish Day of Dance
2025-03-16 10:00 - 17:00 | Landmark Center
March 16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Landmark Center. $7/$9
Experience all things Irish at two events featuring Celtic music, dancing, and authentic vendors. Produced by Irish Arts Minnesota, and hosted by Minnesota Landmarks. Learn more at landmarkcenter.org/sundays-at-landmark.

Seed Starting Day
2025-03-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Wandering Leaf Brewing
March 16. Wandering Leaf Brewing.

Wandering Leaf is putting on a Seed Starting Day with Highland Nursery on March 16. Check out the workshop to come in, get their supplies, seeds, etc. and have professionals from Highland Nursery get you off on the right track for your spring planting. More info at wanderingleafbrewing.com/events.

Day by Day Cafe 50th Anniversary Celebration
2025-03-17 07:00 - 15:00 | Day by Day Cafe
March 17, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Day By Day Cafe.

Help celebrate 50 years of the Day by Day Cafe. They are throwing back to 1975 prices on coffee – only $.25 a cup. Learn more at daybydaymn.com.

Bennett’s Tapping the First Guinness
2025-03-17 08:00 - 21:00 | Bennett’s Chop and Railhouse
March 17. 8:00 a.m.-Close Bennett’s Chop & Railhouse
Bennett’s is hosting the “unofficial” tapping of the first Guinness of St. Patrick’s Day at 8:00 a.m. with this year’s Miss Shamrock and Mr. Pat doing the honors. Grab your first beer and take in the sounds of Dave Burkhart from 8:00-11:00 a.m. before you hit the parade. They will be serving corned beef eggwiches until 11:00 a.m. and serving up their famous corned beef and cabbage, along with Reuben soup, all day along with their full menu. Learn more at bennettschopandrailhouse.com.

Sundays at Landmark: St. Patrick’s Day Irish Celebration
2025-03-17 09:00 - 17:00 | Landmark Center
March 17, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Landmark Center. $7/$9
Irish Arts Minnesota (IAM), in partnership with Landmark Center, proudly hosts its annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on Saturday, March 16, 2024, featuring regional and local Irish entertainment, Irish dance, Celtic vendors, Irish cuisine, pipe bands, and children’s crafts and entertainment. landmarkcenter.org/sundays-at-landmark.

Gambit Brewing’s Pre and Post Parade Bash
2025-03-17 10:00 - 22:00 | Gambit Brewing
March 17, 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.. Gambit Brewing Co.

Gambit Brewing is hosting a pre- and post-parade bash on March 17. Stop in before the St. Patrick’s Day Parade or stop in after for specials. More at gambitbrewingco.com.

MetroNOME Brewery St. Patrick’s Day
2025-03-17 11:00 - 22:00 | MetroNOME Brewery
March 17, 11:00 a.m. to close. MetroNOME Brewery.

We are marching in the parade and will open at 11 a.m. for those marching and decide to stop in after! Live music and specials. Learn more at metronomebrewery.com.

St. Patrick's Day Parade
2025-03-17 12:00 - 15:00 | Downtown St. Paul
March 17, noon. Downtown St. Paul.

Greatest St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the nation! The parade starts at Rice Park (5th St & Market St) and ends near Mears Park (5th St & Sibley St), traveling along 5th Street. Find a map of the parade and parking options at stpatsmn.org/event-calendar/c0oplc8aaqttx1kwo6lveryy7lvzv5.

Happy St. Patty’s day featuring The Blarney-Stones
2025-03-17 16:00 - 20:00 | Mancini’s Char House
March 17, 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mancini’s Char House.

The Blarney-Stones, has a large repertoire of well-loved traditional songs and tunes. These are drawn from a broad selection of Irish, Scottish and Australian material. Blarney Stone’s sound is authentic, and refreshingly irreverent with a high level of audience participation encouraged. .

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Waldmann
2025-03-17 16:30 - 17:30 | Waldmann Brewing
March 10-17. Waldmann Brewing.
Waldmann has St. Patrick’s related events all weekend, with no cover charge and no green beer.

An Luan – March 10, 6-7:30pm
Willow Brae, with Laura MacKenzie & Andrea Stern on flute, whistle and Celtic harp, March 14, 7-8:30 p.m.
Center for Irish Music’s Advance Youth Ensemble, March 17, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
The McNordiques March 17, 6-7:30 p.m.

Learn more at waldmannbrewery.com.

The Care - A Puppet Performance for Adults
2025-03-21 19:00 - 21:00 | C.S.P.S. Hall
March 21, 7:00 p.m. C.S.P.S. Hall. Free.
Join us for a puppet thriller performance for adults at the C.S.P.S. Hall!
Education, surveillance, cakes, and poison. Mrs. Moosh likes baking. She takes care of graves. She thinks children should not worry parents. Moosh, obedient worker, follows orders. There are many assignments in the town. The check is secret. Control is everywhere. Control is controlled. A puppet thriller with a crime plot and a quiz! Based on a novel by Ladislav Fuks.
Bio Masha (Marie Černíková, PhD), a Czech artist and performer, tells the story, sings, and makes music on electronic instruments. She created the production and the puppets. But who is the puppet and what to the machines really want? Who is controlling? Who cares? Light refreshments will be provided. This event is free due to a grant from the Consulate General of the Czech Republic in Chicago. Learn more at sokolmn.org/all-events.

Live @ the Square: The New Standards
2025-03-21 19:00 - 21:30 | Park Square Theater
March 21, 7:00 p.m. Park Square Theater. $45
Formed in 2005 as an off-shoot project between three Minneapolis-based musicians and friends, The New Standards has grown into a globe-spanning adventure – filling theaters and clubs around the world and spawning several CDs, videos, cartoons, and dance and theater projects that have charmed and delighted an ever-multiplying legion of faithful fans.Tickets and more at parksquaretheatre.org.
