Community Voices: Performing arts going strong downtown

Mark Twain’s oft-quoted comment that reports of his death had been “greatly exaggerated” can also be applied to the much-maligned downtown of our own capitol…
City Opens Capital Improvement Budget For Community Input

Residents have an opportunity to help shape future infrastructure investments as the city opens its 2026 Capital Improvement Budget (CIB) community poll. The poll, open…
St. Paul Launches $5 Million Downtown Vitality Fund To Boost Housing, Business Activity

The city of St. Paul has launched a new $5 million Downtown Vitality Fund aimed at supporting housing development and economic activity in the downtown…
State Heritage Grants Include St. Paul Projects Preserving Local History

Several St. Paul organizations are among the recipients of nearly $277,000 in statewide grants awarded to preserve Minnesota history through the Minnesota Historical Society. The…
Urban Expedition: Cambodia

May 3, 1–3 p.m. Landmark Center. Free. Experience Cambodian culture through music, dance, crafts, and cuisine. This immersive family-friendly event celebrates global traditions as part…
Park Pals & Paws

May 3, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Harriet Island Regional Park. Free. Celebrate all things pets at Park Pals & Paws, a lively outdoor event for animal…
A Promised Land: Jewish Patriots and the American Revolution

May 7, 7–8:30 p.m. Minnesota History Center. $20. Historian Adam Jortner explores the role of Jewish Americans in shaping religious freedom during the nation’s founding.…
Courting Harry

May 14–June 7, Times vary. History Theatre. $25–$60. This compelling drama traces the friendship between Supreme Court justices Harry Blackmun and Warren Burger, both Minnesota…
Train Like a Hero

May 17, Noon–2 p.m. Harriet Island Regional Park. Free. This interactive fitness and community event invites participants to train alongside local heroes, including police and…