Community Reporter

Fall Scary Movie Series - Scream
2025-10-10 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Hidden Falls Regional Park
Fridays through October, Various St. Paul Parks. Free.
Our fall Movies in the Parks Scary Movie series kicks off this month! We are excited to continue on our 90s theme with the following line-up:

Friday, October 3 – Hocus Pocus at Como Midway Pavilion
Friday, October 10 – Scream at Hidden Falls Regional Park
Friday, October 17 – I Know What You Did Last Summer at Mears Park
Friday, October 24 – The Sixth Sense at Harriet Island Regional Park

Shows are free and all are welcome. Costumes are encouraged (especially for “Hocus Pocus”!) Rated R movies are 18+ events. Movies in the Parks are pet friendly events (unless otherwise noted), but pets must be kept on a leash no longer than 6ft at all times. See the full lineup at stpaul.gov/moviesintheparks.

Twin Cities Diversity Homeownership Fair
2025-10-11 09:00 - 15:00 | Metropolitan State University
October 11, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Metro State University. Free.
The Twin Cities Diversity Homeownership Fair (TCDHF) returns on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Metro State University, with a bold mission: to increase sustainable homeownership opportunities for first-time, first-generation, and underserved communities across Minnesota.
Event Highlights Include:

Homebuyer 101 Workshops (language options will be available)
Inspiring Keynotes from local community leaders on the power of homeownership to transform families and neighborhoods.
Housing Resource Expo featuring real estate professionals, lenders, and nonprofits.
Free Lunch and Childcare Services*
Raffles, Giveaways, and On-Site Interpreters & ADA Accommodations

* Pre-registration required due to limited space. Childcare is available for ages 3 and up. Registration link: eventbrite.com/e/twin-cities-diversity-homeownership-fair-2025-tickets-1492821773109

Highland Park/West 7th Neighborhood Clean Up
2025-10-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Dukem Ethiopian Restaurant
October 11, 10:00 a.m. Dukem Ethiopian Restaurant.
Meet at Dukem Ethiopian Restaurant on Saturday, October 11 at 10 a.m., then disperse to collect litter in the neighborhood. Equipment provided. Free brunch will be for volunteers after the clean-up. For more information, email info@highlanddistrictcouncil.org or call 651.695.4005.

West End Food & History Tour
2025-10-11 11:00 - 12:30 | Forepaugh’s
October 11, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Forepaugh’s Restaurant. $45.
Explore past and present culinary traditions along the West End, one of St. Paul’s oldest neighborhoods, built along one of the city’s oldest roads. From the early days of the Upper Landing to today’s bustling West 7th Street, this neighborhood has a unique story to tell through food! Learn about the diverse culinary traditions of the people who have lived and worked here and sample food from some of the best restaurants the West End has to offer.
Learn more and purchase tickets at mnhs.org/events.

Springboard for the Arts Fall Fest
2025-10-11 12:00 - 16:00 | Springboard for the Arts
October 11, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Springboard for the Arts. Free.
Join Springboard for the Arts for a free, family friendly anniversary and community appreciation party featuring artist-led activities, live performances, food and creative fun for all ages. Fall Fest is for you—whether you’re an artist, a neighbor, or someone who believes that art and creativity make our world a better place. Free and open to all, Fall Fest will feature artist-led activities, live performances, food, artist resources, and creative fun for all ages. We’ll come together, create some art, and joyfully celebrate the power of our creative community. Learn more at springboardforthearts.org/fall-fest.

Family Science Club
2025-10-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Crosby Farm Regional Park
October 11, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Crosby Farm Park. Free
Saturday Science Club is a monthly meetup for families to get outside, explore, and learn about our incredible urban ecosystem. Each month we’ll look for wildlife and complete a mini bioblitz of life in the park. We’ll document what we find on iNaturalist and track changes in the world around us as the seasons change. Try to come every month to see what the entire year has to offer us. Have you wanted to participate in a community science project? This is it! This program is best for children 6-12 and their families. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. This program takes place outside. Please dress for the weather. A smartphone with the iNaturalist app is encouraged, but certainly not required. Register at bit.ly/saturdayscienceclub.

Nooks and Crannies Tour
2025-10-12 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-10-19 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-10-26 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-11-02 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-11-09 15:30 - 17:00 | James J. Hill House
Sundays through November 16, 3:30-5:00 p.m. James J. Hill House. $16-20.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at areas of the James J. Hill House that are not featured on the standard house tour including the attic theater space, gate house and storage areas generally off-limits to visitors. Guides will highlight artifacts and fixtures in the home with personal stories from the Hill family and domestic workers. Tour runs 90 minutes.
Get tickets and learn more at mnhs.org/events.

Fall Open Air Music
2025-10-14 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-10-21 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-10-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Victoria Crossing
Tuesdays through October 28, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Victoria East Crossing. Free.
Enjoy an evening of live music at 857 Grand Avenue Outdoor Patio (Victoria East Crossing) featuring local bands. Come enjoy an evening of dining, shopping, and community! Thank you to Center of the Block, Summit Hill Association, and Afton Park Development for partnering on this event. Learn more at grandave.com/events.

Community meeting and Q&A with St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter
2025-10-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Highland Park Community Center
Oct 15, 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Highland Park Community Center Auditorium. Registration Required.
Join us for a river-focused conversation with St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter.
The town hall-style meeting will be held Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Highland Park Community Center. Check-in begins promptly at 6 p.m.
We’ll hear about Mayor Carter’s vision for the Mississippi River in St. Paul, and the audience will have an opportunity to ask questions about the issues facing different riverfront neighborhoods. That includes:

The city’s progress on its riverfront neighborhood plans
The yearslong delay in adopting the required Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area riverfront development ordinance
Future cleanup of the Ford Area C dumpsite,
And anything else you’d like to share with Mayor Carter about the river

This event is free, but attendees must RSVP ahead of time. You can register using the form: fmr.org/events/community-meeting-and-qa-st-paul-mayor-melvin-carter

Free Produce Distribution
2025-10-16 12:00 - 14:00 | Summit Brewing
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday through October. Noon-2:00 p.m. Summit Brewing.
All are welcome to pick up free fruits and vegetables at Neighborhood House’s bi-weekly distributions hosted at Summit Brewing. Every 1st and 3rd Thursday through October. August 7, August 21, September 4, September 18, October 2, October 16. Noon – 2 p.m. (first come first served). Summit Brewing parking lot — 910 Montreal Circle, St Paul, MN 55102. These distributions are held outdoors and are farmer’s market style. No documentation or identification is required to participate. Please consider bringing your own large, reusable bags.
Learn more at neighborhoodhousemn.org/programs/food-support/fresh-produce-events.
More information (PDF)

Downtown Action Series
2025-10-16 16:30 - 18:00 | Union Depot
October 16, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Union Depot.
Join fellow neighbors for the launch of the Downtown Action Series, a new initiative led by Council President Rebecca Noecker to bring community members together around the future of downtown St. Paul.
This series of public meetings is designed to keep you informed and engaged in the progress of Saint Paul’s Downtown Investment Strategy. Whether you’re a downtown resident, business owner, employee, or simply care about downtown’s future—your engagement matters.
All meetings are held at Union Depot (214 4th Street East) from 4:30 – 6 PM.

Thursday, August 21
Thursday, October 16
Thursday, December 11

RSVP here: https://forms.office.com/g/hpTbTkt92m?origin=lprLink
Together, we’ll share updates, collaborate across sectors, and build momentum toward a more vibrant, inclusive, and thriving downtown. Please feel free to share this invitation and bring others who care about downtown’s future. The more people at the table, the stronger our path forward.
Let’s shape the future of downtown—together, hope to see you there!

Fall Scary Movie Series - I Know What You Did Last Summer
2025-10-17 19:30 - 22:00 | Mears Park

Annual Vulcan Booya
2025-10-19 11:00 - 17:00 | Mancini’s Char House
October 19, Mancinis. 11:00 a.m. $30-$60.
Celebrating another year of a favorite MN dish! The Booya Crew is once again serving up their famous (award winning, we might add) family recipe to fill your bellies in the amazing fall weather. This event is first come, first serve; and we have SOLD OUT in record time more than once! We will have plenty of booya for you hungry folks to fill up on! As always, we have an option to pre-order this MN staple, found here: vulcans.org/booya

The Twin Cities Jewish Film Festival
2025-10-23 - 2025-11-02 | Capp Center
October 23-November 2. Various Venues.
This year’s festival presents 11 days of world-class cinema, special guests, and community conversation at venues across the Twin Cities. Opening Night kicks off with the Minnesota premiere of Midas Man on Thursday, October 23, while Closing Night concludes with the Minnesota premiere of Mazel Tov on Sunday, November 2. Along the way, audiences will enjoy U.S. and regional premieres, spotlights on groundbreaking new voices, and panels that deepen the conversation.
Screenings will be held at landmark venues across the Twin Cities, including the Minnesota JCC Capp Center St. Paul and Sabes Center Minneapolis, the Minneapolis Institute of Arts (MIA), Parkway Theater, Riverview Theater, Main Cinema, Alliance Française and Open Book.
For a full list of screenings & events and to purchase tickets, visit www.TCJfilmfest.org.

Fall Scary Movie Series - The Sixth Sense
2025-10-24 19:30 - 22:00 | Harriet Island Pavilion

Trunks With Treats Harvest Festival
2025-10-25 10:00 - 12:00 | C.S.P.S. Hall
October 25th, 10 a.m. – Noon, C.S.P.S. Hall. Free.
Family-friendly event with games, treats, and photo opportunites! For Sokol kids 12 and under. Hosted by Sokol Minnesota Youth Link (SMYL). Location: C.S.P.S. Hall Parking Lot (outdoors) 383 Michigan Street at West 7th, Saint Paul, MN 55102. Visit sokolmn.org/all-events for more information.

Grand Avenue Boo Bash
2025-10-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Grand Avenue
October 25, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Grand Ave.

Enjoy all Grand Avenue has to offer this fall — Join us for the Grand Avenue Boo Bash on Saturday, October 25, 2025! Trick-or-Treat and along Grand Avenue from Lexington to Dale while enjoying fall festivities.
Special events include: Costume Contest, Best Dressed Pet and a Ghost Scavenger Hunt & Raffle.
Get your Ghost Scavenger Hunt Passport at the check-in table at Victoria & Grand Ave on the former Gather patio and collect ‘ghost stamps’ from businesses along the Avenue for your chance to win a prize.
A $5 suggested donation per trick-or-treater helps us cover the cost of the event.
This event is produced by the Summit Hill Association in partnership with the Grand Avenue Business Association to support Grand Avenue business success and promote Grand Avenue as a unique destination experience.
Learn more at summithillassociation.org/news/the-grand-avenue-boo-bash.

The Future of West 7th - Town Hall
2025-10-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Noth Garden Theater, 929 7th St W, St Paul, MN, 55102, United States
October 27, 7 p.m. North Garden Theater.
West Seventh in St. Paul is a vital transportation corridor and the backbone of a vibrant community. With upcoming road work, potential transit projects, and a growing need for safety improvements, important decisions are on the horizon for its future. Join the area’s state legislators and neighborhood councils, with guests from relevant government agencies, for a discussion about next steps for West Seventh.
RSVPs encouraged – let us know you’re coming!

Chatsworth Development Neighborhood Meeting
2025-10-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Palace Community Center
November 12, 6:00 p.m. Palace Community Center.
Members of the West 7th neighborhood are invited to a community meeting to learn more about a forthcoming development of 36 co-living units at 750 Chatsworth Street. This will be an opportunity to learn more about the development, ask questions, and share thoughts. Present will be GRO, the developer; the Federation; and select local official(s). The meeting will be lightly moderated. Nov. 12, 6pm at Palace Community Center. More info fortroadfed.org

Safe Trick-or-Treating for Daycares and Preschools
2025-10-31 10:30 - 11:30 | Sholom East Campus
October 31, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Sholom East Campus, Free
🎃 Calling All Local Daycare Centers & Preschools! 🎃
Are you searching for a safe and meaningful place for your children to go trick-or-treating this Halloween? Shaller Family Sholom East Campus in St. Paul invites daycare centers, preschools, and community groups to join us for a morning of festive fun on Thursday, October 31st from 10:30–11:30 AM.
Our residents will line the hallways, ready to hand out candy and enjoy the kids’ costumes. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate Halloween, spread joy, and build intergenerational connections! 🧡
📍 Where: Shaller Family Sholom Home East, 740 Kay Avenue, St. Paul (just off 35E & West 7th)
🗓️ When: Thursday, October 31st | 10:30–11:30 AM
📩 RSVP: Contact Abby at ShallerTR@sholom.com or call 651-328-2304
If your group can’t attend, please share this with local childcare centers or preschools—help us make this Halloween extra special for kids and seniors alike! 👻🍬

Craft Bazaar
2025-11-01 10:00 - 15:00 | El Rio Vista Recreation Center
November 1, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. El Rio Visto Rec Center. Free.
It’s that time of year again! Come on down to the Craft Bazaar at El Rio Vista! Admission is free and all are welcome— check out crafts from artists and creators from 10-3pm. For more fall events, please visit stpaul.gov/fall-events.

Community Día de los Muertos Celebration
2025-11-01 11:00 - 15:00 | Midtown Global Market
November 1, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Midtown Global Market. Free.
CLUES (Comunidades Latinas Unidas en Servicio) invites the community to celebrate life, love, and memory at its annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Midtown Global Market. This free, family-friendly event welcomes everyone to experience one of Latin America’s most colorful and meaningful cultural traditions. More information at clues.org/es/latino-art-events.

25th Annual Twin Cities Book Festival
2025-11-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Union Depot
November 8, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Union Depot. Free.
Rain Taxi’s Twin Cities Book Festival is the annual Minnesota gathering for readers, writers, publishers, and purveyors of all things literary. The TCBF features dozens of presenting authors, special children’s programs, and a wide variety of exhibitors featuring new and rare books, quirky literary curiosities, and more. Learn more at twincitiesbookfestival.com.

Veterans Day Luncheon
2025-11-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Sibley Historic Site
November 8, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Sibley Historic Site. $35-$40.
Honor the service and sacrifice of Minnesota’s military heroes at the Sibley Historic Site. Enjoy a three-course lunch followed by a powerful presentation from photographer, historian, and PBS host Doug Ohman, who will share remarkable stories of Minnesota’s Medal of Honor recipients from the Civil War to today. This event takes place from 1 to 3 pm. Tickets are $40 per person, with a discounted rate of $35 for veterans, MNHS members, DCHS members, and Friends of Sibley Site members. Pre-registration is required by Wednesday, November 5. Tickets and more info at mnhs.org/events.
