Learn about summer programs at the Summer Choice Fair this Sunday!
Families are invited to the Summer Choice Fair, your one-stop-shop to learn about exciting summer programs offered by organizations all across Saint Paul. With representatives from various programs all at one place, families can explore their options, choose programs they are interested in, and sign-up right on site, with many of the confirmed vendors offering free programs or scholarships.
In addition to providing information about summer activities, the Summer Choice Fair will also feature fun activities for children and families. This event is free to attend, and attendees can stop by Oxford Community Center anytime on April 27 between 12 – 3 p.m. All are welcome.
Spanish and Karen translators will be on-site.
Celebrate May Day at Edgcumbe
St. Paul Yacht Club Offerings
- Boat America is a boating certificate class that offers an in-depth and interesting boating safety course on May 6 & 8 from 6-10pm. This course provides the knowledge needed to obtain a boating certificate for boat safety.
- St. Paul Yacht Club has 20-60ft slips available this 2025 summer season for $85/ft. Call (651) 292-8964 to reserve your slip today, or visit their Facebook page for more information.
Don't wait... there is still time to sign up, but slots are filling up fast!
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Sign up for Train Like a Hero!
The Loop: Rondo-Frogtown's free ride service for youth
NEW! Local news stations have recently visited our sites to learn more about The Loop! Watch the full stories below:
Fox 9: 'The Loop' offers St. Paul youth free after school transportation
Kare 11: St. Paul Loop offers free rides for teens
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 within the Rondo-Frogtown-area. From homework help and archery to poetry labs and drumming circles, The Loop connects young people not just to activities—but to culturally affirming spaces, mentors, and programs that reflect and celebrate who they are. The 15-passenger Loop van runs between Mondays through Thursdays from 3-8 p.m. View the schedule and sign the permission slip.
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Citywide Cleanup volunteer events ongoing
Earth Day may have passed... but there are still ways to get involved and make an impact!
To create more flexibility for residents and community groups, the City of Saint Paul moved away from the traditional one-day event model. Instead, we are focusing our resources on providing supplies and guidance to residents and community group cleanups throughout the year, when it works best for them.
There are still many ways to get involved and celebrate the 55th Anniversary of Earth Day by participating in a Citywide Cleanup outing. Visit the webpage to learn about upcoming clean-up events to join. (There are many happening in the coming weeks!)
Follow these easy steps:
- Pick your own date, time and location (park, sidewalk or trail).
- Fill out our request form- https://bit.ly/saintpaultrashcleanup
- Receive supplies from Parks and Recreation or bring your own trash bags and gloves from home.
- Pick up trash while maintaining a safe distance from any road.
- Dispose of the bags in your own trash bin at home or place next to a trash bin in any city park.
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Nominate an outstanding park volunteer by May 1
Does your local park or neighborhood group have an outstanding volunteer supporting a park or recreation center program? Nominate them as your volunteer of the year to be recognized at Party for the Parks on June 25 at Como Park!
Your volunteer of the year will receive Mayoral and official press recognition!
Online registration to attend this City-wide park celebration will be open soon. We know your volunteers give their time and energy for the community’s benefit and not for recognition. All the same, our elected officials and Parks and Rec leadership would love to have them with us when we all honor outstanding parks and rec volunteers.
Add the park or community center the volunteer works at and send your Volunteer of the Year Selection to us by May 1.
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Summer camp and activity registration is OPEN
it's time to start planning for summer! Summer camp and activitiy registration is now open.
Offerings for all ages in arts and crafts, sports and fitness, outdoor adventures, nature exploration, games, technology and more! You can also register for Summer Rec Check--it has everything you love about our school-year Rec Check but with some summer fun!
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Come work with us-
many seasonal positions available!
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!
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Seasonal Openings
Know someone looking for summer work? Encourage them to apply as a Park Worker I and help keep our parks lookin' snazzy!
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
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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
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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
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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
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Featured Senior Spring Activity
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Adult Yoga class happening through May 27
Parks and Recreation activities and FYIs
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Fish Hatchery Trail closed: Saint Paul Parks and Recreation has begun reconstruction of the Fish Hat chery Trail between Battle Creek Regional Park and Warner Road. Construction began April 1, 2025 and continue into October 2025 (pending weather). During this time, Fish Hatchery Trail will be closed between Battle Creek Regional Park and Warner Road. A detour route is posted.
- Explore the outdoors with our Natural Resources team:
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ExploraTots (second Saturday and third Wednesday of the month through May 14)- Ages 3-5 and their families
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Saturday Science Club (April 12, May 10, June 14, July 12)- Ages 14+
- 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. Tickets are selling out fast!
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Find a workout space! Fitness memberships are only $30/year for people who live or work in Saint Paul.
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