Get Ready for Spring Break in Saint Paul 

New locations for Rec Check Extended!

• Sign up for Rec Check Extended at North Dale, Hazel Park, or Edgcumbe Recreation Centers. Youth in grades 1-5 will participate in fun activities each day from 8:30am-5pm. Cost is $10/day. Registration required.
• Our free Rec Check program is available at other select locations from Monday-Thursday from 1-4pm. No programming will be available Friday (but Rec Check Extended is available.) Spots are limited so make sure to register.
• Drop-in programming is available on the website or view it below.

Shop over Spring Break at the Annual Battle Creek Prom Sale

Looking for your perfect Prom 'fit'? We are hosting a prom shopping event at Battle Creek Recreation Center! All dresses and suits are under $5. Jewelry, shoes and ties also available. The event will take place on the following dates and times:

• Mon., March 31, 4-8pm
• Wed., April 2, 4-7pm
• Fri., April 4, 10am-5pm
• Sat., April 5, 10am-1pm

North End Community Center opens

The newest Saint Paul community center will open for regular hours on Monday, March 31. This 3-floor facility boasts a gymnasium, fitness center, dance studio, teaching kitchen, Teen Room, meeting rooms, courtyard, a community gathering staircase, Kato courts, multi-sport outdoor field, and more!

Located at 145 Lawson Ave. W., St. Paul, 55117 in the North End neighborhood, this facility replaces the previous Rice Recreation Center (which was located down the block in Wellstone Elementary.) The building will be open:

• Monday-Thursday: 9am-9pm
• Friday: 9am-6pm
• Saturday: 10am-6pm
• Sunday: 12-5pm

Stay tuned for more details on a grand opening celebration. Until then, all are welcome to come and visit this new center! 

Deadline approaching for youth summer sports registration--closes March 31

Temperatures are warming up, and spring is well on its way! Summer sports registration is now open and free for ages 9 and up at all recreation center sites. Please note that fees apply for ages 4U, 6U and 8U, but all registered participants for those ages will receive a free glove, courtesy of the Minnesota Twins!

Registration for all summer sports runs through March 31 *or until full. 

Browse and register for summer sports. (Psst! We're always looking for volunteer youth coaches!)

Looking for other summer activities? Save the date for summer camp registration opening April 7!

Come work with us-

many seasonal positions available!

Apply online today!

There are many full and part-time positions available at parks, rec centers, pools, beaches, golf courses, athletic complexes, Como Park Zoo & Conservatory and more. Come work Saint Paul Parks and Recreation and discover what it means to be a part of our amazing team!

• Office Assistant II 
• Parks Worker III 
• Official/Umpire (Contract)
• Summer Camp Instructor (Contract) *DEADLINE TODAY
• Youth and Community Program Specialist *DEADLINE EXTENDED

 Lifeguard

• Monitor patrons in water
• Provide and become trained in first aid
• Attend paid trainings
• Teach swim lessons or water aerobics
• Maintain site upkeep

To apply, contact: parksaquatics@ci.stpaul.mn.us or 651-642-0390

Harriet Island and Citywide Event Staff

• Assist with event operations such as load in/load out, set up/take down, customer service, trash/recycling assistance, and light maintenance
• Supervise, monitor, and evaluate events
• Perform light office work
• Prepare event signs

Apply online. Questions? Contact: harrietisland@ci.stpaul.mn.us

Parks Worker I - Seasonal/Temporary

Work at Highland National Golf Course, Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, or the Parks & Recreation Maintenance Team!

*Apply to all positions using the same link above!

• Highland National Golf Course primary duties and responsibilities include: 
  • Course setup including pin locations, tee markers, and divots
  • Operation, maintenance, and cleaning golf course equipment
  • Note: Positions at Highland Golf must be available to work every third weekend.
• Como Park Zoo & Conservatory primary duties and responsibilities include: 
  • Light labor assisting in the janitorial maintenance of Como Park Zoo & Conservatory grounds and buildings
  • Facility set ups for events, weddings, and daily operations of grounds
  • Note: Positions at Como Campus must be available to work weekends.
• Parks & Recreation Maintenance primary duties and responsibilities include: 
  • Light labor maintenance of park grounds and buildings including mowing, weed whipping, and janitorial maintenance of park spaces and facilities   

The Loop: Rondo-Frogtown's free ride service connecting Saint Paul youth to after-school activities

Saint Paul Public Library and Saint Paul Parks and Recreation have launched the Rondo-Frogtown Loop (The Loop). The Loop is new initiative that provides youth ages 10-18 free after-school transportation to a variety of Rondo-Frogtown-area recreation centers, libraries, and partner organizations offering free educational, recreational, and culturally responsive programming. Pick-up and drop-off are also available at select housing sites in the Rondo and Frogtown neighborhoods. The 15-passenger Loop van runs between Mondays through Thursdays from 3-8 p.m.

View the schedule and sign the permission slip.

Spring is upon us! Browse and register for spring activities at a center near you!

Welcome the spring by joining in on the fun at spring parties and events. Activities include roller skating, crafts, games, vendors, music, food, and more!

• March 29, 12-2pm: Spring Holiday Carnival (Arlington Hills)
• March 31-April 5: Prom Sale (Battle Creek)
• April 2, 10:30am-12pm: Tot Time Spring Party (North Dale)
• April 9, 6-8pm: Roller Skating FUN Night - Apr. (El Rio Vista)
• April 10, 6:30-7:15: April Family Bingo Night (Phalen)
• April 12, 10am-3pm: Spring Craft Fair (Edgcumbe Recreation Center)
• April 12, 10-11am: Spring Egg Painting (Battle Creek)
• April 12, 12-2:30pm: Family Spring Celebration (Frogtown)
• April 17, 6-7:30pm: Spring Fling (Linwood Recreation Center)
• May 7, 5:30-7:30pm: Spring Celebration (Merriam Park)
• May 7, 6-8pm: Roller Skating FUN Night - May (El Rio Vista)

Dock & Paddle Friday Fish Fry Special

Every Friday thru April 18, Dock and Paddle is serving up their beer-battered cod, crispy fries, house-made tartar sauce, and fresh lemon wedges – all for just $15! 11 AM – close.

Dine-in only. No reservations needed - just stop in and grab a seat! The full menu is always available, including other vegetarian options. Visit the restaurant and find more information about Dock and Paddle.