Think spring!
Saturday, Feb 1: Date Night at Art House North
7 p.m. Production of 'Til Death: A Marriage Musical by Jeremiah and Vanessa Gample. $10 advance; $15 at door. Art House North is a "Creative Community for the Common Good" and located at 793 Armstrong Avenue. FYI: www.arthousenorth.com or email allisonygaskins [at] gmail [dot] com
West End Artists: St. Paul arts scene gets $8M lift from Knight Foundation, $4.5 million for the Knight Arts Challenge: this community-wide contest looks to fund innovative arts ideas. The Arts Challenge is open to everyone from independent artists and artist collectives to businesses. Finalists to be announced this summer. For more information: http://www.knightarts.org/knight-arts-challenge/stpaul
Thursday, Feb 6: Streetcars on 7th: Curious?
2 – 4 p.m. 2nd floor: Cossetta’s Alimentari, Pizzeria, Pasticceria 217 7th Street West. Councilman Dave Thune and Michelle Beaulieu, City Planner, Planning and Economic Development Department will present with Q&A on the proposed streetcar line along West 7th Street.
Thursday, Feb 6: West 7th Enhancement Coalition Monthly Meeting
11 a..m.: Mancini's Restaurant. All welcome! Agenda includes yearly planning and the Citywide Spring Cleanup in April. The Enhancement Coalition is committee of the West 7th Business Association . FYI: email terrace [at] winternet [dot] com or 651-222-5536
Monday, Feb 10: Fort Road Federation/District 9 Community Council Board
7 p.m. Meets to discuss issues and possibilities at its offices at 959 Seventh Street West. http://www.fortroadfederation.org/
Wednesday, Feb 19: Annual West End Neighbors Garden Tour organizational meeting
6 p.m. at the Federation offices, 959 Seventh Street West. Help out for this singular event. 651 298 5599 for more information or betty [at] fortroadfederation [dot] org
Feb “X”: West 7th Business Association
Details are being finalized for a presentation on MNSure. ”Discover the new way to shop for health insurance and get the right plan for your business. Employees, find out how to sign up.” Check W7BA.org Website for details or respond to be on an email announcement.
Pearson’s Candy has been awarded $200,000 to expand in Saint Paul by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.
Saturday, Feb 8: Mississippi Market Food Coop: Chocolate Tasting and Gift Fair
11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Selby Store Peruse the store for samples of delightful chocolate treats & find unique gifts, too! Featuring local chocolatier B.T. McElrath, Pashen bars, Izzy’s Ice Cream, and more! Mississippi Market announced the "Limited Income Entry Program" (LIME) for 10% discounts includeing both a membership payment plan to the co-op and a discount component. Financial assistance programs (SNAP/EBT, WIC, SSDI, Supplemental Security Income, Section 8 housing, Refugee Cash Assistance and General Assistance) qualify.
Sunday, March 2: West End Mardi Gras III Tea Dance
1:00 – 5:00 p.m. featuring creole jambalaya and the Southside Aces specializing in New Orleans Jazz. Bring your masks, costumes, and alter egos to this singular neighborhood event. $15 entry, menu a la carte, cash bar. Want to help? All hands on deck for the fun. mardigras [at] sokolmn [dot] org or 651 297 9000 for information and tickets.
West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida Street at St. Clair (651) 298-5493
Monday, February 3: Girl Scout Cadets
6:30-8:00 pm. 6th-12th grade girls participate in leadership, teamwork building, cultural activities, crafts, community service and field trips.Mondays, February 3, 10, 17 and 24: Circle of Parents
6:00-7:30 pm. Parent support group meeting at West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida Street. Participation is free with free child care. To register call Azeb Gebretsadik at 651-298-5493, ext. 215.Mondays, February 3, 10, 17 and 24: Teen Girls Circle
4:15-5:00 pm. Weekly group for teen girls, grades 7-12. Encourages young women to be healthy, self-confident, educated, and responsible by participating in life skills, workshops, college prep, community service and fun activities. To register call Azeb Gebretsadik at 651-298-5493, ext. 215.Tuesday, February 4: Care Giver for Adult Children Support Group: 5:00-6:30
There are many decisions a caregiver needs to make in their role as a caregiver, some harder than others. We have trained Caregiver Consultants who can meet with you to discuss concerns or help you make tough decisions. West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida Street at St. Clair (651) 298-5493 www.west7th.orgTuesdays, February 4, 11, 18 and 25: Family Open Gym
10:30 am- 3:00 pm. No registration necessary. Open gym play for infants through preschoolers together with parent or caregiver. Families responsible for setup and tear-down of equipment . (May not be held some weeks if the gym is in use.)Friday, February 7: Fare for All Discounted Groceries
10:00 am-12:00 pm. Complete food packages from $10-$30. Call Cathalina Young at 651-298-5493 x218 for information.Wednesday, February 12: Family Lawyer
8:30-10:00 am. David Burns Law Office, LLC offers free one-time legal advice regarding family law issues. Must call to pre-register 651-298-5493.Thursday, February 13: West 7th Book Club: 6:00-8:00
Interested in belonging to a Book Club? We meet every three weeks and read great books! Contact Pam for more information at 651-224-2056 or the West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida Street at St. Clair (651) 298-5493 www.west7th.orgWednesday, February 19: Immigration Lawyer
3:00-5:00 pm at the West 7th Community Center at 265 Oneida Street. Free service provided by Leslie Guyton of Guyton Law Firm regarding immigration issues. Must pre-register to see the attorney; call the center at 651-298-5493.Thursday, February 20: Drive Smart, Driver Safety Refresher Class:
8:45-12:45 This classroom training program is designed to help persons 50 and older improve their driving skills. Course completion is required to initiate auto insurance discounts. Auto insurance companies in most states provide a multiyear discount to AARP graduates! No written or behind the wheel tests will be given. Classes are intended to be non-threatening, interactive and informative. Instructors are trained volunteers. This class is for those who have completed the 8-hour class and need to be re-certified. Please feel free to bring a snack or lunch. Fee: $20 for AARP members (must present AARP card to receive discount), $23 for non-AARP members. West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida Street at St. Clair (651) 298-5493 www.west7th.orgFriday, February 21: West 7th Cinema Presents: “Despicable Me II”
6:00-8:15 pm. Movie is free with low-cost concessions (pizza, popcorn, etc.). Children must be with someone age 13+.Friday, February 28: Wellness Education-Heart Smart Shopping: 10:30-11:15
Join us to learn the latest tips and advice for grocery shopping with heart health in mind. Free, refreshments provided too! West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida Street at St. Clair (651) 298-5493 www.west7th.orgOngoing - Support, Referral, Care Management services
For individuals/families to access community resources. Contact Azeb Gebretsadik, ext. 215 or Judy Burns, ext. 201.Ongoing – Bridge to Benefits Call for a 10-20 minute meeting to determine eligibility for public programs. Contact Azeb Gebretsadik, ext. 215 or Judy Burns, ext. 201.
Monday-Friday: West 7th Community Kids After-School Program
2:15-6:00 pm. Serving students grade K-8 with homework help, tutoring in reading and math, social skills, enrichment activities such as art and science, sports and fitness, field trips, healthy snacks and more! Fees determined by sliding-fee scale. Transportation available within our neighborhood. Call Julie Murphy at 651-298-5493, ext. 214 or jmurphy [at] west7th [dot] org.
Saturday, Feb 1: Ramsey Time Capsule: 1872
Tours at Noon and 1 p.m. It was an exciting year for the Ramsey family as they moved into their new mansion in St. Paul's fashionable Irvine Park neighborhood. Children can create their own time capsule to take home.Saturday, Feb 8: History Chef! Valentine’s Day Cookies for Kids
Time: 10 a.m. to Noon In this two hour program, children ages 8-12 will use one of Mrs. Ramsey's favorite sugar cookie recipes to mix, bake and decorate Valentine's Day cookies in the restored 1870's kitchen. After a tour, all enjoy the freshly baked treats and take home cookies to share.Friday, Feb 14: Ramsey After Dark: The Language of Love
7 p.m. Throughout the Victorian era, love letters, floral bouquets and small gifts were used to indicate a suitor's intention of marriage. In this one hour Valentine's themed program, discover what secret messages could be conveyed by these gifts. Enjoy freshly baked Valentine's Day treats, listen to excerpts from Ramsey family love letters and play Victorian courtship games in the parlor.Thursday, Feb 27: History Happy Hour: Prohibition Era Cocktails
5:30 to 7:30 and 8:30 to 10:30: Have some bathtub gin with your friends at the Ramsey House. Choose from two different times, happy hour at 5:30 p.m. or an evening cocktail hour at 8:30 p.m. Featuring Jesse Held, cocktail director and bar manager at Parlour and Borough in Minneapolis. This program is for people 21 years and older. Price of admission includes 2 drink tickets and snacks.
Fort Snelling Events
Event and Tickets at the Xcel Energy Center
Think spring!
Saturday, Feb 1: Date Night at Art House North
7 p.m. Production of 'Til Death: A Marriage Musical by Jeremiah and Vanessa Gample. $10 advance; $15 at door. Art House North is a "Creative Community for the Common Good" and located at 793 Armstrong Avenue. FYI: www.arthousenorth.com or email allisonygaskins [at] gmail [dot] com
West End Artists: St. Paul arts scene gets $8M lift from Knight Foundation, $4.5 million for the Knight Arts Challenge: this community-wide contest looks to fund innovative arts ideas. The Arts Challenge is open to everyone from independent artists and artist collectives to businesses. Finalists to be announced this summer. For more information: http://www.knightarts.org/knight-arts-challenge/stpaul
Thursday, Feb 6: Streetcars on 7th: Curious?
2 – 4 p.m. 2nd floor: Cossetta’s Alimentari, Pizzeria, Pasticceria 217 7th Street West. Councilman Dave Thune and Michelle Beaulieu, City Planner, Planning and Economic Development Department will present with Q&A on the proposed streetcar line along West 7th Street.
Thursday, Feb 6: West 7th Enhancement Coalition Monthly Meeting
11 a..m.: Mancini's Restaurant. All welcome! Agenda includes yearly planning and the Citywide Spring Cleanup in April. The Enhancement Coalition is committee of the West 7th Business Association . FYI: email terrace [at] winternet [dot] com or 651-222-5536
Monday, Feb 10: Fort Road Federation/District 9 Community Council Board
7 p.m. Meets to discuss issues and possibilities at its offices at 959 Seventh Street West. http://www.fortroadfederation.org/
Wednesday, Feb 19: Annual West End Neighbors Garden Tour organizational meeting
6 p.m. at the Federation offices, 959 Seventh Street West. Help out for this singular event. 651 298 5599 for more information or betty [at] fortroadfederation [dot] org
Feb “X”: West 7th Business Association
Details are being finalized for a presentation on MNSure. ”Discover the new way to shop for health insurance and get the right plan for your business. Employees, find out how to sign up.” Check W7BA.org Website for details or respond to be on an email announcement.
Pearson’s Candy has been awarded $200,000 to expand in Saint Paul by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.
Saturday, Feb 8: Mississippi Market Food Coop: Chocolate Tasting and Gift Fair
11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Selby Store Peruse the store for samples of delightful chocolate treats & find unique gifts, too! Featuring local chocolatier B.T. McElrath, Pashen bars, Izzy’s Ice Cream, and more! Mississippi Market announced the "Limited Income Entry Program" (LIME) for 10% discounts includeing both a membership payment plan to the co-op and a discount component. Financial assistance programs (SNAP/EBT, WIC, SSDI, Supplemental Security Income, Section 8 housing, Refugee Cash Assistance and General Assistance) qualify.
Sunday, March 2: West End Mardi Gras III Tea Dance
1:00 – 5:00 p.m. featuring creole jambalaya and the Southside Aces specializing in New Orleans Jazz. Bring your masks, costumes, and alter egos to this singular neighborhood event. $15 entry, menu a la carte, cash bar. Want to help? All hands on deck for the fun. mardigras [at] sokolmn [dot] org or 651 297 9000 for information and tickets.
West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida Street at St. Clair (651) 298-5493
Monday, February 3: Girl Scout Cadets
6:30-8:00 pm. 6th-12th grade girls participate in leadership, teamwork building, cultural activities, crafts, community service and field trips.Mondays, February 3, 10, 17 and 24: Circle of Parents
6:00-7:30 pm. Parent support group meeting at West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida Street. Participation is free with free child care. To register call Azeb Gebretsadik at 651-298-5493, ext. 215.Mondays, February 3, 10, 17 and 24: Teen Girls Circle
4:15-5:00 pm. Weekly group for teen girls, grades 7-12. Encourages young women to be healthy, self-confident, educated, and responsible by participating in life skills, workshops, college prep, community service and fun activities. To register call Azeb Gebretsadik at 651-298-5493, ext. 215.Tuesday, February 4: Care Giver for Adult Children Support Group: 5:00-6:30
There are many decisions a caregiver needs to make in their role as a caregiver, some harder than others. We have trained Caregiver Consultants who can meet with you to discuss concerns or help you make tough decisions. West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida Street at St. Clair (651) 298-5493 www.west7th.orgTuesdays, February 4, 11, 18 and 25: Family Open Gym
10:30 am- 3:00 pm. No registration necessary. Open gym play for infants through preschoolers together with parent or caregiver. Families responsible for setup and tear-down of equipment . (May not be held some weeks if the gym is in use.)Friday, February 7: Fare for All Discounted Groceries
10:00 am-12:00 pm. Complete food packages from $10-$30. Call Cathalina Young at 651-298-5493 x218 for information.Wednesday, February 12: Family Lawyer
8:30-10:00 am. David Burns Law Office, LLC offers free one-time legal advice regarding family law issues. Must call to pre-register 651-298-5493.Thursday, February 13: West 7th Book Club: 6:00-8:00
Interested in belonging to a Book Club? We meet every three weeks and read great books! Contact Pam for more information at 651-224-2056 or the West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida Street at St. Clair (651) 298-5493 www.west7th.orgWednesday, February 19: Immigration Lawyer
3:00-5:00 pm at the West 7th Community Center at 265 Oneida Street. Free service provided by Leslie Guyton of Guyton Law Firm regarding immigration issues. Must pre-register to see the attorney; call the center at 651-298-5493.Thursday, February 20: Drive Smart, Driver Safety Refresher Class:
8:45-12:45 This classroom training program is designed to help persons 50 and older improve their driving skills. Course completion is required to initiate auto insurance discounts. Auto insurance companies in most states provide a multiyear discount to AARP graduates! No written or behind the wheel tests will be given. Classes are intended to be non-threatening, interactive and informative. Instructors are trained volunteers. This class is for those who have completed the 8-hour class and need to be re-certified. Please feel free to bring a snack or lunch. Fee: $20 for AARP members (must present AARP card to receive discount), $23 for non-AARP members. West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida Street at St. Clair (651) 298-5493 www.west7th.orgFriday, February 21: West 7th Cinema Presents: “Despicable Me II”
6:00-8:15 pm. Movie is free with low-cost concessions (pizza, popcorn, etc.). Children must be with someone age 13+.Friday, February 28: Wellness Education-Heart Smart Shopping: 10:30-11:15
Join us to learn the latest tips and advice for grocery shopping with heart health in mind. Free, refreshments provided too! West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida Street at St. Clair (651) 298-5493 www.west7th.orgOngoing - Support, Referral, Care Management services
For individuals/families to access community resources. Contact Azeb Gebretsadik, ext. 215 or Judy Burns, ext. 201.Ongoing – Bridge to Benefits Call for a 10-20 minute meeting to determine eligibility for public programs. Contact Azeb Gebretsadik, ext. 215 or Judy Burns, ext. 201.
Monday-Friday: West 7th Community Kids After-School Program
2:15-6:00 pm. Serving students grade K-8 with homework help, tutoring in reading and math, social skills, enrichment activities such as art and science, sports and fitness, field trips, healthy snacks and more! Fees determined by sliding-fee scale. Transportation available within our neighborhood. Call Julie Murphy at 651-298-5493, ext. 214 or jmurphy [at] west7th [dot] org.
Saturday, Feb 1: Ramsey Time Capsule: 1872
Tours at Noon and 1 p.m. It was an exciting year for the Ramsey family as they moved into their new mansion in St. Paul's fashionable Irvine Park neighborhood. Children can create their own time capsule to take home.Saturday, Feb 8: History Chef! Valentine’s Day Cookies for Kids
Time: 10 a.m. to Noon In this two hour program, children ages 8-12 will use one of Mrs. Ramsey's favorite sugar cookie recipes to mix, bake and decorate Valentine's Day cookies in the restored 1870's kitchen. After a tour, all enjoy the freshly baked treats and take home cookies to share.Friday, Feb 14: Ramsey After Dark: The Language of Love
7 p.m. Throughout the Victorian era, love letters, floral bouquets and small gifts were used to indicate a suitor's intention of marriage. In this one hour Valentine's themed program, discover what secret messages could be conveyed by these gifts. Enjoy freshly baked Valentine's Day treats, listen to excerpts from Ramsey family love letters and play Victorian courtship games in the parlor.Thursday, Feb 27: History Happy Hour: Prohibition Era Cocktails
5:30 to 7:30 and 8:30 to 10:30: Have some bathtub gin with your friends at the Ramsey House. Choose from two different times, happy hour at 5:30 p.m. or an evening cocktail hour at 8:30 p.m. Featuring Jesse Held, cocktail director and bar manager at Parlour and Borough in Minneapolis. This program is for people 21 years and older. Price of admission includes 2 drink tickets and snacks.
Fort Snelling Events
Event and Tickets at the Xcel Energy Center