Osborn Plaza Improvements
The City of Saint Paul Parks and Recreation Department is seeking feedback on a preferred concept for Osborn Plaza (376 Wabasha St. N, Ward 2, District 17). The major goals of this improvement project are to activate the site for extended use while improving the overall site access and flow of circulation. We invite you to respond to the Osborn Plaza online survey by Feb. 17.
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Pedro Park Gardens Reveal
Right Track youth employment program seeking employers and accepting applications for summer 2025
For over a decade, the City of Saint Paul’s youth employment and training program Right Track has provided high quality internship and career exploration opportunities to thousands of youth who live in a cost-burdened household or have a barrier to employment. The summer 2025 internship application for Saint Paul residents ages 14-21 is open through February 28.
Additionally, Right Track is pleased to announce that Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) has been selected as the 2024 Employer of the Year, recognizing employer partners who have gone above and beyond to provide meaningful experiences for Right Track interns. Employers interested in hosting a 2025 intern are encouraged to contact Nardos.tesfalidet@ci.stpaul.mn.us. Applications to host Right Track interns are due Friday, March 14. Learn on the Right Track webpage.
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Spring activity registration now open
Although snow is coming our way this weekend, there are some exciting spring activities and events to look forward to! Spring activity registration is open for all recreation and community centers.
Sign up for yoga, cribbage, kickball, arts & crafts, martial arts, cooking classes, book clubs, sports clinics, video game tournaments, dancing, movie nights, and more! Browse and register for spring activities.
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Winter activities and events still happening through February
Browse and register for winter activities.
There's snow place like Saint Paul! Embrace the frosty season with winter parties and events. Activities include skating (ice and roller), crafts, games, vendors, music, food, warm fires, and more. Layer up, show up, and we'll provide the winter fun! Please note some ice skating events have been rescheduled due to the warm weather!
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Upcoming Winter Events
Calling all coaches for spring Volleyball and Futsal
Have you ever been interested in coaching and leading a team to victory? We are hiring coaches for our spring volleyball and futsal teams!
This is a great opportunity for adults to stay involved in their favorite sports and community. Interested coaches should fill out the volunteer form (list which sport you'd like to coach in the comments) and someone will reach out to you. Or, call Municipal Athletics at 651-558-2255 or email muni@ci.stpaul.mn.us to get connected.
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End-of-year Family Ski Day at Wild Mountain
Wild Mountain is teaming up with Como Park Snowsports Booster Club to offer a day of discount skiing at Wild Mountain on February 23! (Pick up your tickets and rentals from 10am-2pm.) Claim your special discount on tickets and rentals!
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Freeze Fest 2025
Craft Fair at El Rio Vista
Lunchtime Music in the Park series accepting musician applications
Our Music in the Parks lunchtime series in Mears Park is back for 2025! We are now accepting applications through February 21 for volunteer performers for shows in Mears Park in downtown Saint Paul. Shows occur on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the noon lunch hour throughout the summer from June 17-August 20. Please fill out the Music in Mears 2025 Volunteer Performer Application if you are interested in performing.
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ExploraTots - An outdoor experience for children and their adults
Starting this Saturday!
ExploraTots is a nature-based Pre-K program designed for children ages 3-5 and their families (siblings are welcome too!) Together you and your child will connect to nature, meet new friends, and practice skills that can improve school-readiness. This program meets every second Saturday and third Wednesday of the month, from February 15 through May 14. Children must be supervised by an accompanying adult. Please make sure to register all attendees.
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Adaptive Recreation programming in February
Register for Adaptive Recreation programs by contacting their offices at 651-793-6561 or 651-793-6634.
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Daytime Adult Adaptive Open Gym: Fridays 9am-12pm (North Dale)
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Bowling ($15 +$10 to Sun Ray Bowl): Feb 15 (Sun Ray Bowl)
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Basketball ($40): Feb 18, 6:30-8pm (Phalen)
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Bingo Nights ($5/night): Feb 19 & 26 (Edgcumbe)
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Yoga for All ($36): Feb 20 (Battle Creek)
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Music in the Gym: Feb 24, 7-8pm
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Canvas Crafts: Feb 19, 6:45-8pm
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Camping Trip ($150): Feb 28- March 2 (meet at Griggs - trip to Brainerd, MN)
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The Yacht Club Festival
Join us for the second annual Yacht Club Festival on Harriet Island Regional Park! Green Day, Hozier, and Fall Out Boy will headline festival, returning July 18-20, 2025. The festival is three days, with a cumulative 25 artists across two stages. Tickets are selling out fast!
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Come work with us!
Throughout the year, we offer many full and part-time positions available at parks, rec centers, golf courses, athletic complexes, Como Park Zoo & Conservatory and more. Current job openings are listed below.
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Parks and Recreation activities and FYIs: For all your outdoor and staying-warm needs!
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