Community Reporter

KidsJam: Third Coast Percussion
2024-03-01 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Landmark Center
March 1. 10:30 a.m. Landmark Center. Free, but registration is required.
KidsJam Workshops are interactive programs that connect kids and families with community teaching artists to learn about the people, cultures and musical traditions from around the world as they make music, move and enjoy other creative activities. KidsJam participation is free. Registration is required.
(suggested ages 5-12)
Learn more and register at landmarkcenter.org/event/kidsjam-third-coast-percusssion.

Community Conversations with Ward 2 Councilmember Rebecca Noecker
2024-02-29 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Feb 29. 4:00-5:00 p.m. Microsoft Teams.
Community Conversations are a chance to get together and talk about the issues affecting the city and for Councilmember Noecker to answer any questions you might have. On the 29th, she will be joined by Russ Stark, Chief Resilience Officer, to discuss the future of sustainability in Saint Paul. This will take place virtually using Microsoft Teams.
Find more information about Community Conversations and to log on to the event, visit www.stpaul.gov/department/city-council/ward-2.

2024 State Wrestling Tournament
2024-02-29 - 2024-03-02 | Xcel Energy Center
February 29-March 2. Xcel Energy Center. $11-$32
The MSHSL State Wrestling Tournament returns to the Xcel Energy Center Feb 29-March 2. Purchase tickets and learn more at mshsl.org/sports-and-activities/wrestling.

15th Minnesota Cuban Film Festival
2024-02-28 19:00 - 2024-04-04 21:00 | The Main Theatre
15th Minnesota Cuban Film Festival
Feb. 28-April 4. MSP Film Society at The Main Theatre.
Minnesota Cuban Film Festival (MCCF) is very proud to announce its 15th year of bringing some of the best films produced in Cuba to Minnesota. MCFF strives to feature films that address the achievements and challenges of the Cuban people. The festival highlights diverse and challenging films of social change, human struggle and the boldness of the human spirit. The goal is to offer Minnesotans a chance to learn about and appreciate Cuban films and culture. It serves as a reminder of the onerous burden that the blockade inflicts on the Cuban people, which must end with the re-establishment of respectful diplomatic relations.
The opening night of the festival is Wednesday, 2/28. Thereafter the festival will be on Thursdays through 4/4. This year’s film lineup offers a mix of fiction and documentary features. The 15th. Minnesota Cuban Film Festival is organized by the Minnesota Cuba Committee, with the collaboration of MSP Film Society, and ICAIC (Cuban Film Institute)
For tickets and a full listing of films, visit mspfilm.org/minnesota-cuban-film-festival

Emotions Anonymous meetings
2024-02-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Twin Cities Friends Meetinghouse
Fridays. 7:00 p.m. Twin Cities Friends Meetinghouse.
Emotions Anonymous is a twelve-step program for emotional wellness and learning to live with unsolved problems. The weekly meeting in this area is on Friday at 7:00 pm at the Twin Cities Friends Meetinghouse, 1725 Grand Ave., St. Paul. For further information call Paul at 651-402-6774. emotionsanonymous.org.

All About Seeds
2024-02-22 18:30 - 19:30
February 22, 6:30 p.m. Online
Seeds are the foundation of a garden. In this class, you will learn about choosing seeds, growing seeds and saving seeds. It’s all in the name: this class is All About Seeds. This class is taught by the Master Gardeners volunteers of Ramsey County, MN. Our mission is to share research-based, eco-friendly gardening with residents in an effort to improve physical and environmental health. This program is a partnership with the University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program and Ramsey County Department of Environmental Health.
Visit our website to find reference tools, including handouts, websites, and book suggestions that can help you take the information from the class to the next level, ramseymastergardeners.org/event-details/all-about-seeds.
Registration closes Feb 21, 2024, 6:30 PM CST

Community Meeting with Office of Neighborhood Safety
2024-02-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Palace Community Center
Feb 22. Palace Community Center. 6:00-7:00 p.m.
The Office of Neighborhood Safety was launched in 2022 and reflects the expansion of Mayor Carter’s Community-First Public Safety (CFPS) Framework which incorporates balanced investments in policing and an array of strategies focused on addressing the root causes of crime in pursuit of the most comprehensive, coordinated and data-driven approach to public safety Saint Paul has ever endeavored.

Join us on February 22, 2024 6pm – 7pm for a West 7th community chat with the Director of the Office of Neighborhood Safety, Brooke Blakey.

Visit stpaul.gov/departments/neighborhood-safety for more details.

Crash Course for Caregivers at JFS
2024-02-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Shalom Home East Campus
Feb. 22 – Aug. 22. 12:00-1:00 p.m. Shalom Home East Campus. Free
Jewish Family Service of St. Paul (JFS), in partnership with Sholom, invites anyone searching for help with their caregiver journey to the Crash Course for Caregivers, a six-class educational series covering different aspects of caregiving. These classes will be part educational and part participatory with an opportunity for caregivers to learn from and share with each other. They are free and will all be offered from noon to 1:00PM at Sholom East Campus, 740 Kay in St. Paul.
The series begins on Thursday, February 22 with Working with Emotions and Emotional Wellbeing followed by Caregiver Grief and Loss on March 28. Quality Caregiving in the Home will be the topic of the May 23 meeting, followed by Improving Communication Skills on June 27, Quality Caregiving in a Facility on July 25, and finally, Caregiver Resources on August 22.
Register for one, two or all six classes, all free and open to the public. A free lunch will also be provided. Contact Ali Lilja at alilja@sholom.com or (651) 328-2258 for more information and to registration.

The Great Boot Soccer Tournament
2024-02-18 09:00 - 17:00 | Allianz Field
February 18, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Allianz Field Great Lawn.
Do you know what goes great together? Snow and soccer. No, seriously, it’s true. Minnesota United is hosting a Boot Soccer tournament on Saturday, February 18, from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Allianz Field Great Lawn. Now’s the chance to test your soccer skills in an environment you never thought possible. If the challenge and hilarity of it all aren’t enough to convince you, each team will receive ten tickets to the second home game of the season, and the winning team will get the new 2023 MNUFC jerseys!
The 25-minute games will be played 5v5 with no keepers, and each player is required to wear boots – not that you would want to wear cleats in the snow anyways. The snow will be compressed a bit, but overall you will have to find really creative ways to get the ball from point a to point b. In other words, prepare to have a blast.
Visit mnufc.com/news/the-great-boot-soccer-tournament to register and learn more.

St. Matthew’s Church Lenten fish fry
2024-02-16 16:30 - 2024-03-29 19:30 | St. Matthew’s Church
February 16-March 29. 4:30-7:30 p.m. St. Matthew’s. Free-$15.
Our 35th annual dine-in or curbside-to-go Lenten Fish Fry. Serving from 4:30 to 7:30 pm every Friday from February 16 through and including Good Friday on March 29. Meal includes choice of fried or baked Wild Caught Alaskan Pollock, baked potato, vegetable, coleslaw, roll and dessert. Coffee, milk, and water included. Adults $15, Children 5-12 $7, under 5 free. Non-fish options are spaghetti or grilled cheese meals. Adults $13. Children 5-12 $6, under 5 free. Beer, wine and pop available for purchase at dine-in. Cash, check or card. Dine-in via Social Hall entrance, door 5, at the back of the church. Curbside-to-go enter line off Humboldt Ave onto Robie St to Hall Ave at front of the church. St. Matthew’s, 510 Hall Ave. st-matts.org.

Sundays at Landmark: Urban Expedition - Australia and New Zealand
2024-02-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Landmark Center
February 11, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Landmark Center. Free
Urban Expedition is back for its 20th season to provide the community with an opportunity to travel the world without leaving St. Paul! Celebrate authentic cultural experiences including music, dance, crafts and traditions for a truly immersive program. Attendees will be provided with a “passport” for the series and are encouraged to get theirs stamped at each event for a chance to win a special prize! Upcoming Urban Expeditions include Australia and New Zealand on February 11, France on February 25, Brazil on March 10 and Ivory Coast on April 7.
The events will run from 1-3 pm and are free to attend. Learn more at landmarkcenter.org/sundays-at-landmark.

Red Bull Heavy Metal
2024-02-10 14:00 - 18:00 | Minnsota State Capitol
February 10, 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. State Capitol Building
Red Bull Heavy Metal is a single-day street snowboard contest that features the most progressive rail riding in the world. Following last winter’s event in Detroit, MI, the highly touted street jam is heading back to Minnesota, this time on the steps of the iconic St. Paul Capitol Building on February 10th, 2024 from 2-6 p.m. You won’t want to miss this one! Viewing is free and open to the public.
Learn more at redbull.com/us-en/events/red-bull-heavy-metal

Czech and Slovak gift shop open
2024-02-06 09:00 - 10:00 | C.S.P.S. Hall
February 6, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. C.S.P.S. Hall.
The gift shop at C.S.P.S. Hall will be open a few days from January through March but if these dates don’t work for you, you can make an appointment via giftshop@sokolmn.org. The shop will be open the following days: February 6. 9-10 a.m., March 24 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. during the spring breakfast craft and Kolac Bake Sale or by appointment

Pleasant Avenue Reconstruction Open House
2024-02-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Linwood Recreation Center
February 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Linwood Recreation center.
The City of St. Paul plans to reconstruct Pleasant Avenue from St. Clair Avenue to Victoria Street in 2025. The project includes replacement of the pavement and underground utilities along the corridor, reworking storm water retention infrastructure and constructing new pedestrian and bicycle facilities.
Share your thoughts and learn more on Monday, February 5 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Linwood Recreation Center. This is open to everyone, so bring a friend!
Learn more at stpaul.gov/projects/public-works/pw2025pleasantavereconstruction

Vulcan Victory Torchlight Parade
2024-02-03 17:15 - 19:30
February 3, 5:15 – 7:30 p.m. Downtown St. Paul
Vulcanus Rex will use his wily ways to light up the streets of downtown St. Paul for the Vulcan Victory Torchlight Parade, marking the Vulcans march to overthrow King Boreas and bring summer back to the city of St. Paul.
Watch as Vulcanus Rex storms the magnificent “ice” castle and confronts the Royal King’s Guard. Upon the good counsel of the Queen, Boreas waves farewell to the people of his winter capitol and Vulcanus once again rules the land. Fireworks and live music immediately follow in Rice Park!
See the route and learn more at wintercarnival.com/event/vulcan-victory-torchlight-parade

Doggie Depot
2024-02-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Union Depot
February 3, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Union Depot
Union Depot is going to the dogs for this year’s Doggie Depot. Start the day with a doga session (dog yoga) taught by Studio 9-to-5 at 9 a.m. The main event kicks off on Saturday, February 3 at 10 a.m. Shop local pet vendors in the Waiting Room and celebrate the grand crowning ceremony of the 2024 St. Paul Winter Carnival Canine King & Queen with the St. Paul Winter Carnival Royal Family. Follow Union Depot on social media for highlights of local vendors, rescues, dog products and adoptable pups.
Visit uniondepot.org/doggiedepot for details and to vote for your favorite pup.

‘Til Death
2024-02-02 19:30 - 2024-02-17 21:00 | Art House North Theater
February 2 – 17. Art House North Theater. $20-$30
The hit musical comedy that’s become a Twin Cities Valentine’s tradition returns for its 12th season! Ethan and Olivia are stuck in marital midlife crisis and in a tiny cabin with a honeymooning couple who are perfectly perfect for each other. Will their marriages last… the weekend? The hit musical that’s ridiculous, heart-wrenching, squirm-inducing and lovely… just like marriage.
Enjoy a concert of love songs from our own Michael Pearce Donley, whilst enjoying complimentary coffee and cupcakes from our neighborhood bakery, Brake Bread, during intermission!
Tickets: (All seating is reserved)  $30, $25 for Seniors, Students and Groups 6+
$20 Opening Weekend! For tickets, showtimes and more information, visit bucketbrigadetheater.com/shows/til-death.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
2024-02-02 19:00 - 2024-02-10 21:30 | King of Kings Lutheran Church, Woodbury, MN, United States
February 2-10. King of Kings Lutheran Church, Woodbury. $15-$25.
“Sha la la, Joseph, you’re doing fine! You and your dream coat, ahead of your time!” One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and their wives and the coat of many colors is being staged by Open Door Community Theater (ODCT) from February 2-10.
ODCT will be sharing a portion of our ticket sale proceeds to Joseph’s Coat and accepting donations of hygiene products like new full-size shampoo, body wash, deodorant and lotion. Your gifts will help ensure that they are able to serve shoppers and maintain our store through the winter and beyond. Learn more and purchase tickets at opendoorcommunitytheatre.thundertix.com/events/222107.

St. Paul Bouncing Team Tryouts
2024-02-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Landmark Center
February 2, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Landmark Center
The St. Paul Bouncing Team will be holding tryouts on Friday, February 2nd from 6-9 p.m. in the Landmark Center Cortile. The St. Paul Bouncing team is a nonprofit organization that performs a variety of aerial acrobatics at public and private social events throughout the year. These aerial acrobatics, inspired by an Eskimo hunting tradition, are among the oldest performances in the Winter Carnival’s history and have continued to impress spectators today. Free and open to the public! For more information, go to stpaulbouncingteam.org.

Winter Carnival Rondo Night
2024-02-01 17:00 - 21:00 | Landmark Center
February 1, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Landmark Center
Join us at the second St. Paul Winter Carnival’s Rondo Night! Enjoy lively Rondo performances. Support BIPOC Rondo artists, businesses and organizations. Savor flavorful bites from West Indies Soul while learning more about the vibrant history of Rondo. Door prizes too! It will be a night to remember…we can’t wait to see you! Learn more at wintercarnival.com/event/rondo-night.

Landmark Live: The OK Factor
2023-12-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Landmark Center
December 15, Landmark Center. $20-$25
Landmark Center presents the 12th season of “Landmark Live” in the lovely and intimate F.K. Weyerhaeuser Auditorium, featuring the best of Americana, indie rock, jazz and folk music. Concerts begin at 7:30 pm and are preceded by a cocktail hour at 6:45 pm, giving audiences an opportunity to enjoy complimentary refreshments and a cash bar.
The final Landmark Live of 2023 will feature the OK factor. Organic and genuine, their original compositions feel both comfortingly familiar and uniquely fresh, and have been described as “genre-bending” and “pure magic.”
Learn more and purchase tickets at landmarkcenter.org/landmark-live

The 75th Anniversary of the Genocide Convention: The Challenge of Prevention
2023-12-13 19:00 - 21:00
December 13, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Online. $5-$25
This program examines the efforts to prevent and punish genocide perpetrators at tribunals from Nuremberg to the International Criminal Court, including the story of an undercover agent operating in Europe during World War II. This webinar is open to the public: $10 general public; $5 students and seniors; $25 for two Continuing Legal Education credits for Minnesota lawyers (pending); and free to Mitchell Hamline students. Diversity credits are available for Mitchell Hamline students and mentor externship credit is available for University of St. Thomas Law students.
Registration is required by Wednesday, December 13 at 5:00 pm: worldwithoutgenocide.org/prevention

Beginning drumming at WDC
2023-12-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Women’s Drum Center
December 11, 5:00-6:00 p.m. Women’s Drum Center. $15
The Women’s Drum Center is offering a beginning drum class on Monday, December 11, 5pm to 6pm: Drum Basics. Class members will explore both hand and stick drumming. Easy, energizing exercises will be utilized to build skills. Join us for the opportunity to explore an enriching musical experience. The focus will be on having fun! Instructor: Jo Klein. Drums are provided. $15.00 per participant. Register at womensdrumcenter.org.

Ray Barnard Live at the West 7th Community Center
2023-12-07 18:30 - 19:45 | West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida St., St. Paul, MN, 55102, United States
December 7, 6:30-7:45 p.m.West 7th Community Center. Free
The Keystone Musical Heritage Series continues with a performance by Ray Barnard and his fine band on Thursday, December 7, from 6:30 – 7:45 p.m. at the West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida Street, St. Paul 55102. The concert is free, but guests can donate to the band or Keystone.

St. Paul City Council Truth in Taxation Meeting
2023-12-05 18:00 - 20:00 | St. Paul City Hall
December 5. 6:00 p.m. St. Paul City Hall
There will be a Saint Paul City Council meeting on Wednesday, December 5, 2023 at 6:00 P.M. This meeting will take place at City Hall, 15W Kellogg Blvd in Chambers on the 3rd floor. The agenda is attached, and available at the City’s calendar page. For more information call 651-266-8560. Learn more at stpaul.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx.

Art at Hidden River
2023-12-02 09:30 - 16:30 | Hidden River Middle School
December 2, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Hidden River Middle School
Art at Hidden River (formerly Art at Ramsey), the free, juried holiday art fair of quality art and fine craft is returning to Hidden River Middle School on December 2. This event is sponsored by St. Paul Public Schools Community Education in cooperation with Artists’ Circle, a non-profit art organization promoting fine crafts. This is the art fair’s Twenty-eighth anniversary show. For more info, including list of juried artists, visit artistscircle.org.

Indigenous Cultural Event Series at Friedli Gallery
2023-12-01 - 2023-12-31 | Friedli Gallery
Throughout December. Friedli Gallery.
Friedli Gallery is highlighting Indigenous Artists through a series of cultural events throughout the next month.
Ongoing: “We Are Still Here,” moves into its fourth year at Friedli Gallery. Featuring native artists from across Turtle Island, “We Are Still Here” brings to the fore the life, histories and politics of what it means to be Indigenous in the 21st Century. This show continues on through the end of December 2023.
December 2, 3 p.m. an afternoon with renowned Indigenous Artist Sam Zimmerman. Zimmerman will share insights into their artistic journey, discussing the influence, techniques and inspirations that have shaped their unique style. He will also delve into the storytelling aspect of his art, highlighting the cultural significance and narratives embedded in each unique piece. RSVP on Eventbrite at bit.ly/46AhKXT
December 12, 6 p.m. Native American storytelling with Seneca Elder Hope Flanagan. Immerse yourself in rich cultural heritage as Hope weaves tales passed down through generations. Through her captivating stories, she will transport you to a world filled with ancient wisdom, legends, and traditions. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the power of storytelling firsthand. RSVP on Eventbrite at bit.ly/49SIsy8
Learn more at friedliartsgallery.com

Ballet Tuesdays
2023-11-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Landmark Center
November 21, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Landmark Center
Ballet Tuesdays have returned! Join Landmark Center and Ballet Co. Laboratory, once a month in October, November, February, March, and April for free ballet dance performances, demonstrations, and crafts! Performance dates November 21, February 13, March 12 and April 16. Learn more at landmarkcenter.org/ballet-tuesdays.

Holiday Breakfast / Craft and Kolace sale
2023-11-19 09:00 - 13:00 | C.S.P.S. Hall
November 19, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., C.S.P.S. Hall, $6-$30
Public Welcome, no reservations needed for a pancake breakfast with all the fixings. $10 adult, $6 child, $30 family of four. Order and pay for Kolace by Saturday, November 11. $2 each. To reserve a craft table, email activities@sokolmn.org. Learn more at sokolmn.org/fall-2023-events.

Figuration and Fragmentation in Preclassic Mesoamerica
2023-11-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Hamline University
November 17, 7:00 p.m., Hamline University
This talk explores the significance of acts of human representation in Preclassic Mesoamerica from 1800 BCE to CE 250. It considers monumental stone sculptures, like the famous colossal heads of the Olmec, but also small, palm-sized, hand modeled ceramic figurines. This event is part of the Maya Society of Minnesota’s 45th Anniversary Lecture Series. Learn more and register at mayasocietyofmn.org/events.
