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August 2022
Primary election is August 9 The stage is set for primaries in the St. Paul Voice distribution area. Early voting began June 24 and runs through August 8. The primary election is August 9. Included on the ballot are candidates for U.S. Representative District 4, Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, Minnesota Senate District 65, Minnesota House District 65B, and Ramsey County Commissioner District 5. The general election is Nov. 8. Due to redistricting, Minnesota Senate District 65 and House District 65B now include the northern portion of West St. Paul, in addition to the West Side, downtown and other parts of St. Paul. Some polling locations may be different than last year. To find your polling location, visit pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us. Here are the candidates in our distribution area involved in a primary.
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Minnesota Senate District 65 Sandy Pappas Occupation: Nonprofit executive director for Forward Global Women Political party: Democratic Farmer Labor Political experience: Current Primary / Page 3
hile many people rely on Metro Transit to get around the Twin Cities, some have been discouraged from using public transportation in recent years because of safety concerns. To address this issue, the Metro Transit Police Work Group recently completed a Safety and Security Action Plan that identifies nearly 40 ways to make transit safer and more welcoming. The plan was created in June using feedback from customers and employees collected over the past two
years by the Metro Transit Police Department, Citizens League and Twin Cities Innovation Alliance. The plan focuses on three key areas: improving conditions on the system, training and supporting employees, and engaging riders. Steps beginning this summer and fall include: • Hiring additional police officers, private security, and community service officers (CSO). Metro Transit began its CSO pilot program in July 2021. • Using more real-time cameras on busses, trains and at transit stops Metro Transit / Page 2
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fter working in downtown St. Paul for more than 20 years, Philip Glass Jr. uprooted his barbershop – House of Hair – and relocated to the former Southview Barbershop space at 1319 Southview Ave. in South St. Paul. The decision to move was sparked by several recent changes downtown that made it nearly impossible for him to achieve the same level of success he had just a few years ago. “There was a bike lane that got put down right in front of my shop which took out at least 15 parking spots and St. Joseph’s hospital closed so I lost about 15 regular customers,” said Glass. “Plus, with the whole shut down in general, people are starting to work more from home and don’t really come to downtown St. Paul unless they’re coming to work. After working there for so long, I knew what [sales] I was missing, and I decided to close the shop without knowing where I was going to go.” Glass renamed his shop Phil Phil’s and has been busy providing general haircut and shaving services since its grand opening on June 7. Customers enjoy complimentary refreshments and treats. The shop is nearly the same size as his previous space, which he once shared with two other barbers. He said he fell in love with the new space right away and is excited to connect with new clientele that will hopefully allow his business to thrive for another 20 years and beyond. Glass completed some Barber / Page 2
New steakhouse opens downtown, music lounge to follow Jake Spitzack Staff Writer
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fter lying idle for more than two years, the former Public Kitchen space in Lowertown is once again dishing out tasty meals. It reopened June 29 as Noyes and Cutler Steakhouse. Owner Madison Equities, which owns six other downtown restaurants, also plans to reopen Green Lantern
Cocktails and Music in the lower level of the building this year. “We redecorated the space, expanded the kitchen and made a new menu, so it seemed appropriate to change the name and have a fresh start with everything,” said Jim Crockarell, owner of Madison Equities and Public Kitchen. “We had a new American menu in the past [at the Public Kitchen]
and we thought that something new and different like a steakhouse supper club would be more interesting for the neighborhood.” After a six-month battle with supply chain issues, the 140-seat restaurant now has new flooring, tables and light fixtures, and the kitchen is about 35% larger. The historic brick-and-timber building features hardwood floors, zinc bar tops, exposed
wood ceilings and a 50-seat outdoor patio on 6th Street. “It’s a very big, beautiful space and it has great windows facing Mears Park,” said Crockarell. “The building was originally built in 1880 as a pharmaceutical warehouse for Noyes and Cutler Pharmaceutics. We named the restaurant as a nod to the building’s history.” Crockarell said one of the biggest challenges to open-
ing the restaurant was finding enough staff, a plight facing many businesses right now. However, he was fortunate to put together an experienced leadership team. Heading the kitchen is executive chef Aaron Cave, former lead chef at the Public Kitchen. Justin Sutherland is the culinary director and Jorge Robertson is managing the restaurant. Crockarell said they are now busy hiring
additional staff so they can reopen the 60-seat Green Lantern. “It’s a nightclub setting for quiet after-dinner music and drinks,” he said. “It will have guitar and piano music on most nights.” Noyes and Cutler, 229 6th St. E., is open 3-10 p.m. Wed.-Fri., and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5-10 p.m. Sat.-Sun. For more details, call 651-9681050 or visit noyescutler.com.
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from page 1 • Redesigning high-traffic facilities and adding lighting and public art to shelters • Reducing the standard 3-car train to 2-car trains on the Blue and Green Lines under a new pilot program running through Aug. 19 • Expanding employee training on topics such as mental health, de-escalation
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and personal safety • Assessing how late night transit schedules affect security • Investing in the Metro Transit Police Department Homeless Action Team and other programs such as the Anti-harassment and Respect the Ride campaigns • Working with social ser-
vice agencies and health care organizations to provide resources for the homeless and others in need Each of these steps has its own budget and timeline for completion, which can be found at metrotransit.org/ public-safety. Community feedback will be gathered quarterly to ensure the plan is meeting its goals. Ridership is higher this year than last year but is still about half of pre-COVID
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from page 1 cosmetic updates to his new shop, including painting, new flooring and signage. He plans to hire another barber this fall and potentially a third in the future. “I love meeting and talking with people during the haircut,” said Glass. “There are so many different personalities and so many stories. It’s just cool to have a good
levels. Metro Transit understands that people feel less safe when fewer people are on busses and trains. Surveys revealed that many riders and employees think there are too few security officers on the system to promptly address problematic behavior. They also showed that some youth and people of color feel targeted by transit police. Metro Transit is now
recruiting more police, security, CSOs, and bus and train operators, but it has been a major hurdle because of the workforce shortage. Metro Transit currently has about 100 police and 17 CSOs. It is looking to hire about 70 more of each. It is also currently reviewing proposals from private security firms to be stationed at the Lake and Franklin stations, and expects to award a contract
this year. Additionally, Metro Transit has about 1,100 bus operators and 95 train operators, about 30 fewer than it had three years ago. A smaller staff has forced a reduction in number of trains, trips and routes. Metro Transit is also reviewing its fare policies. For more information or to provide feedback on the plan, visit metrotransit.org/ public-safety.
conversation with people.” A St. Paul native, Glass received his barbering license from the Minnesota School of Barbering on Lake Street in 1999. He landed a job at the House of Hair shortly after, which was then owned by Skip Toombs. After six years, Toombs sold the business to Glass and two of his coworkers. The other two co-owners eventually left for personal reasons and in 2016 Glass became the sole owner.
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E lection 2022 Primary from page 1 member of the State Senate, past member of the State House of Representatives Top priorities: Investing in infrastructure such as roads and affordable housing, securing paid sick and safe time for all workers, and creating a pension plan for low wage workers. Candidate statement: “I’m optimistic that with a Minnesota Senate becoming Democrat-controlled along with the House and Governor, that the progressive issues I’ve been working on for years will be seriously considered. This includes more state support for affordable housing and childcare, legislative funding of our schools that includes the cross subsidy for special education and English language learning, real criminal justice reform, and seriously addressing climate change. I’m also prepared to rigorously defend reproductive rights in our state. I have the experience, passion and success record to make significant progress for all of us.” Website: sandypappas. com
Sheigh Freeberg Occupation: Secretary Treasurer of Unite Here Local 17 Political party: Democratic Farmer Labor Political experience: Union negotiations with corporations, member of St. Paul Labor Standards Advi-
Your community news and information source sory Committee Top priorities: Affordable housing, fully funded public education, universal healthcare for all and climate change. Candidate statement: “We need a state senator who has the experience to fight for working families. As a union leader with the Hospitality Workers’ Union, I know what it takes to deliver for this district. I have shown up and proudly fought with communitydriven campaigns that have won rent stabilization in St. Paul, sick and safe time in St. Paul, and Twin Cities and MSP Airport $15 minimum wage. This campaign isn’t about me, it’s about all of us, working together collaboratively for a strong and equitable future. We are building a movement to make real change in our communities.” Website: sheighfreeberg. org
dressing pollution and water issues throughout the state, and protecting children from trafficking. Candidate statement: “I’m a moderate liberal, and very green. Despite entering this race late, I’m heartened by the response and encouragement from the community. Now, more than ever, we need to work together and get things done at the Capitol. I believe in democracy. I’m passionate about people and these issues and am willing to step up and do the work. I’m providing an option that many of us would like to see as voters. I’ll continue forward to tell the truth, work hard, and push myself out of my comfort zone for people and the planet.” Website: annaforhouse. com
time is here and now for community-centered leadership. It shouldn’t be so hard to live in District 65B, yet we continue to face skyrocketing housing costs, the price gouging of prescription drugs, a collapse of small businesses core to our neighborhoods, and an inequitable and defunded education system. We need leaders grounded in our community to expand on a future-focused vision for the next generation, and those are the voices our team is bringing with us to the Capitol.” Website: www.peopleformariaisa.org Kevin Fjelsted, Republican. No information provided.
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Minnesota House District 65B Incumbent Carlos Mariani is not seeking re-election.
Anna Botz Occupation: Photographer Political party: Democratic Farmer Labor Political experience: First-time candidate for office Top priorities: Creating renewable energy jobs, ad-
María Isa Pérez-Hedges Occupation: Director of mentorship for the Twin Cities Mobile Jazz Project Political party: Democratic Farmer Labor Political experience: A member of the Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board Public Engagement Advisory Task Force, People of Color and Indigenous Caucus lead for the Minnesota #Insulin4all chapter, and alumna of the Wilder Foundation Community Equity Program. Top priorities: Healthcare access, education equity, affordable housing, creative and regenerative economics and environmental justice. Candidate statement: “I am running because the
Charles Barklind Occupation: Retired Political experience: board member of sub-district 2 of the St. Paul District 7 Planning Council Top priorities: women’s reproductive rights, common sense gun control, climate change mitigation Candidate statement: “To serve as I have been served.” Contact: 651-261-7929; cbarklind@gmail.com Bill Hosko Occupation: Owner of Hosko Gallery & Framing (2 downtown locations), Music Forest Café, and The Homestead center for ages 55 and older.
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Political experience: past board member of the CapitolRiver Council and the West Side Community Organization; co-chair of Arts, Culture and Entertainment Committee and Bylaw Review Committee member for CapitolRiver Council Candidate statement: “Over many years, my interest and opinions on so many issues covered the Farmer’s Market, Union Depot, West Publishing, Pedro Park, to my warning what bringing ‘honor system’ LRT to Downtown would do. Year after year, crime and anti-social behavior rises, property taxes are increased, and our commissioners keep awarding themselves pay raises. Now 100K yearly for parttime jobs? Good grief. At nearly 60 years old, I’ve had a wonderful life and have much gratitude. I’ve been self-employed 32 years and I still look forward to each day. I remain 100% independent/ non-partisan and will be your best public servant.” Website: billhosko.com
housing, and to address the underlying issues that cause these problems. To improve our transit so everyone can get to where they need to go safely and reliably. To continue to improve our economic infrastructure so Ramsey County can attract and retain our best businesses and our best workers and we can reduce the tax burden on homeowners and businesses. I’m particularly focused on RiversEdge downtown and Rice Creek Commons in Arden Hills. Candidate statement: “Since COVID hit, I have focused in three areas. I led the Food Security Committee and helped appoint our first Food Security Coordinator. We opened three shelters in my district. We created the HRA levy to provide new money for housing every year, and with the city, we will provide $74M for housing this year. To address violent crime, we have hired 40 county staff, including specialists in the 911 call center and social workers. I will continue to provide steady leadership in these areas. I will also continue to advocate for better transit, jobs and development in the East Metro and make sure all residents have access to our services. Website: www.ramseycounty.us/your-government/ leadership/board-commissioners/rafael-e-ortega-district-5
Rafael E. Ortega Occupation: Ramsey County Commissioner Political experience: Ramsey County Board for 27 years; chair of the Board or Chair of the Regional Rail Authority for most of those years. Top priorities: To protect the most vulnerable in our community, including people who are without food or
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The Psychedelic Furs perform with special guest X at 8 p.m., Saturday, July 30. Tickets start at $39.50. The Dead South perform with special guests Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band and Tejon Street Corner Thieves at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Aug. 8. Tickets start at $39.
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“Holmes and Watson” is presented through August 21. Dr. Watson receives a telegram from a mental asylum stating that three patients are claiming to be Sherlock Holmes. He must investigate who the imposters are and if Sherlock Holmes faked his own death. Tickets start at $16.
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“Summer Nights in Rice” is a free music concert series held 4-7 p.m. on select
Thursdays through September. The lineup includes Will Kjeer Quartet, July 28; Twin Cities Latin Band, Aug. 11; Everett Smithson Band, Aug. 25; Pete Whitman & Mississippi, Sept. 8; and International Reggae All Stars, Sept. 22. Andrew Young, Landmark Center’s current artist-inresidence, will create several interactive art exhibits this summer exploring what’s beyond the five senses. All events are free. “CARE: Light Up Landmark,” is held 7-9 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 18, and explores the sense of wonder. Visitors can project shadow puppets onto the side of the three-story tall building to tell stories. The Landmark Center offers free guided walking tours at 10 a.m. on Wednes-
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“A Beautiful Planet” is presented at the Omnitheatre through September 8. Blockbuster movie nights are held Fridays at 7 p.m. in August. days through August. Reservations are required. It Happened Right Here: St. Paul’s Origins tour explores downtown and provides stories about the city’s first settlers. The tour is held the first Wednesday of each month, departing from the Kellogg and Robert Street entrance to Kellogg Park. The Rice Park tour circles one of St. Paul’s most iconic parks and observes the surrounding buildings that gave the park its central role in city events and celebrations. The tour is held the second Wednesday of each month. It departs from the Landmark Center at 75 5th St. W.
The Great River tour travels along the Mississippi, highlighting buildings and locations that helped make St. Paul the city it is today. This tour is held the third Wednesday of each month, departing from Upper Landing Park at Shephard Road and Chestnut Street.
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“Off the Deep End” is a digital mural printed on vinyl that will be installed in the Jackson Street skyway bridge between 4th and 5th Streets through March 15, 2023. The artwork was created by 19 students from the St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists and explores the theme of metaphorical rising sea level. “In Our Minds” is on display through October 16 in skyways and along sidewalks. The display, held in partnership with Interact Center for the Visual and Performing Arts, celebrates art-making as a form of research, improvisation and play.
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“Show Me Reptile Show,” 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Saturday, July 30. Tickets start at $10; free for children 12 and under. “Modest – Premium Automotive Showcase,” 2-8 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13. Over 150 vehicles will be on display, and music, food, games and prizes will be available. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for children age 12 and under. “Colleges That Change Lives Information Session and College Fair,” 11 a.m.1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 20.
“Summer of Space” features exhibits, movies and experiences showing the beauty and extremes of space, as well as the science that brings people there. “Journey to Space” is the featured temporary exhibit on display through September 5. Learn about the extraordinary conditions of space travel and the challenges and rewards of life on the International Space Station. See relics from past decades of space exploration,
including Neil Armstrong’s gloves from Apollo 11. Omnitheater - “A Beautiful Planet” is presented through September 8. See the beauty of earth and the evidence of climate change through the eyes of astronauts aboard the International Space Station. “Into America’s Wild” is presented through October 14. Explore fantastical wild places and the human connection we all share with the natural world. Blockbuster movie nights are held Fridays at 7 p.m. in August. The lineup includes: Guardians of the Galaxy, Aug. 5; WALL-E, Aug. 12; Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Aug. 19; Star Wars: The Last Jedi (member-exclusive), Aug. 25; and Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Aug. 26. Theater tickets are $9.95, with discounts for
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Friday, July 29. Tickets start at $36. Brandi Carlile with special guests Lake Street Dive and Celisse, 6:30 p.m., Saturday, July 30. Tickets start at $30. Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin, 6:45 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6. Tickets start at $26. OneRepublic performs with special guest NEEDTOBREATHE, 7 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 7. Tickets start at $35.
The Lumineers perform with special guests Gregory Alan Isakov and Daniel Rodriguez, 7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 12. Tickets start at $36. Twenty One Pilots perform with special guest Peter McPoland, 8 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 18. Tickets start at $35. Kendrick Lamar performs with special guests Baby Keem and Tanna Leone, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 20. Tickets start at $44.
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{ THE FULLER FILES } National Night Out Union Depot is hosting a National Night Out gathering 4-7 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 2 on the North Plaza, 214 4th St. E. The event features local artists, a DJ, food, giveaways, chalk murals and more. Operation PEACE - The St. Paul Office of Neighborhood Safety plans to establish Operation Peace to address gun violence and find ways to keep people from entering the criminal justice system. Brooke Blakey, director of the office, will lead a collaborative effort to study how violence affects the community. Reparations - A reparations committee created last year by the St. Paul City Council recommended that the city create the St. Paul Recovery Act Community Reparations Commission to examine ways to provide generational wealth for descendants of enslaved people living in St. Paul and find
ways to expand opportunities for Black people in homeownership, education and healthcare. Trash - St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter recently acknowledged that St. Paul has a problem with its trash collection service, saying that residential trash and yard waste haulers that serve the city have failed to meet expectations. The city is served by five providers, some of which have blamed the problem on the shortage of commercial driver’s licensed (CDL) drivers in the marketplace. City fees - St. Paul will no longer be able to charge homeowners for street lighting, street sweeping and mill-and-overlay work in front of their property. A Ramsey County Court has determined these services offer no special benefit to the homeowner but rather benefit the city as a whole. The lawsuit was filed by First
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Baptist Church and 45 other plaintiffs. About $18 million charged to property owners will be covered through property taxes. Rent control - Woodstone apartments, 2335 Stewart Ave., and Lofts at Farmers Market, 260 E. 5th St., filed a federal lawsuit against the City of St. Paul for its recent 3% annual rent increase cap. The owners claim that the buildings have lost market and resale value as a result of the rent control law. Distilleries - The St. Paul City Council has passed an ordinance that allows micro distilleries to sell products on Sundays. Previously, sales were allowed for taproom beer sales but not distilleries. Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) has received a $56 million anonymous donation to enhance its YourClassical programming, which is produced in downtown St. Paul and distributed to about 420 stations throughout the
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tor festival 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 7 at Phalen Park, and restoration events 5:30-7 p.m., August 9 and 30, at Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary. Volunteers are needed at the restoration events to pick up debris and remove invasive plants. For more information, visit lowerphalencreek.org. Union Depot seeks holiday tree nominations - Do you have a 50- to 70-foottall evergreen tree that must be removed from your property? If so, nominate it to become the next holiday tree at Union Depot. The winning tree will be removed and the stump ground down free of charge. The tree must be located within Ramsey County and in good condition on all sides. It will serve as the centerpiece for holiday events at Union Depot. To nominate your tree, email your address and a photo of the tree to info@union depot.org, or call 651-2022700. Submission deadline is Friday, Sept. 23. ZE MOVES is offering free outdoor Pilates classes at the St. Paul Farmers’ Market 10:15-11 a.m. each Saturday
through August. Participants should bring water, sun protection and a mat. The group meets on the side near the entrance to CHS Field. For more information, visit zemoves.com. Dog Days and Art is taking place 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6 at F.O.K. Studios (Warehouse 2), 106 W. Water St., St. Paul. This free event offers pet owners the chance to have a portrait drawn or professional photo taken of their pet, purchase products from pet vendors, and enjoy treats (people and pets alike). Food trucks and pet adoptions will also be on site. In addition, F.O.K. Studios on the fourth and fifth floors will be open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. with artists selling their work. The outdoor portion is pet-friendly but all animals must be leashed. The St. Paul Farmers’ Market has added two downtown satellite markets. The 7th Place Mall market is open 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Thursdays and the Securian market at 400 Robert St. N. is open 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Wednesdays.
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Dragonfly Escort I was up north walking through the woods with an escort of dragonflies on either side, as if I were a visiting dignitary in need of protection. I love dragonflies, their variety, shiny wings and the way they turn on a dime in midair. I love how they clear the path of mosquitos as I walk through the woods along the lakeshore. I love how they behave exactly as a good escort should. My husband, Peter, and I spent the early days of summer at my parents’ cabin, where everything magical I imagine about the north woods showed up in reality, as if by magic. I saw the first wild geraniums of the season and a doe with three speckled fawns. I had never seen a deer with three fawns before and thought she might be run-
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ning some sort of baby deer daycare. My mother thought she saw a big black dog by the side of the road – until it stood up; it was very much a juvenile bear, fur shining in the sun. It got so uncharacteristically hot that I jumped in the lake. I’m a wimp when it comes to cold water, and the lake is deep, but the cabin isn’t air conditioned, and one afternoon I simply couldn’t stand it anymore.
I jumped in the cold water and swam out to the point. A loon popped up right in front of me, as if on cue, no doubt wondering who or what this awkward aquatic creature was. A huge storm rolled in and blew the hot weather away. The next afternoon, I walked to the public access, again with a dragonfly escort. The wind blew fiercely at the end of the dock and stirred whitecaps on the lake. That’s when I heard the music. “Someone is playing a pan flute recording,” I thought. I looked over at the nearby cabin. The music stopped. Then it started again. “Someone must be playing the pan flute!” I amended, hearing the music rise in volume. Then I heard it coming from the other direction. “What the heck?” I turned and stared at the shore. Clearly, it was a flute, but now it was coming from both sides of the dock, which made no sense at all. For a moment I wondered if
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I was hallucinating: music, coming from the woods, in both directions, increasingly loud. Instead of gazing into the trees for an answer, I looked a bit closer at hand. Halfway down the length of the dock stood two stout support poles made of steel, each with six holes drilled down the length of them. This day, the holes were directly positioned in the path of the strong wind. Suddenly, they let out an unmistakable musical chord. First one, then the other, then in
unison, then in harmony. I sat at the end of the dock, put my feet in the water and listened. The music was beautiful, untamed and as utterly unpredictable as the wind that composed it. I felt privileged to be sitting there on the dock, listening to this wild and amazing music. You might say it was random noise created by two galvanized pipes, and I suppose you would be right – but only technically. In truth, it was a magical concert put on by the wind, and
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Outdoor Music & Movies St. Paul’s Parks and Recreation department will present the movie “Up” July 28 at the West Minnehaha Recreation Center, and “Encanto,” July 29 at El Rio Vista Recreation Center. Movies begin 15 minutes after sunset. Children ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Participants are encouraged to bring food and a blanket or lawn chair. For more information, visit www.stpaul.gov or call 651292-6508. Summer Nights in Rice - Free outdoor concerts are held at Rice Park Thursdays, 4-7 p.m., through September. The Pete Whitman Quartet, July 14; The Will Kjeer Quartet, July 28; Twin Cities Latin Band, Aug. 11; Everett Smithson Band, Aug. 25; Pete Whitman & Mississippi, Sept. 8; International Reggae All Stars, Sept. 22. Music at Mears Park concerts begins at noon. The lineup includes: Steven’s Family Band, July 26; Sonic Love Child, July 27; Saint Suburbia, Aug. 2; to be determined, Aug. 3; Capital Wind Ensemble, Aug. 9; and 99er’s, Aug. 10. Lowertown Sounds will present free outdoor concerts 6-9:30 p.m., Thursdays in Mears Park. Upcoming performances are: We are the Willows and Folios, July 28; Flamin’ Oh’s and The Scarlet Groove, Aug. 4; Mayda and Becky Kapell, Aug. 11; Malamanya and Jaedyn James, Aug. 18; Joyann Parker Band
Irish Fair of Minnesota takes place Aug. 12-14 at Harriet Island. and Beaur Baker Band, Aug. 25. Food and beverages will be available for purchase – benefiting the St. Paul Yellow Ribbon Network. Guests are invited to bring blankets and chairs. For more information, visit www.lowertownsounds.com. The City of Mendota Heights is hosting the following free concerts in its parks: Sons of Groove, 6:30-8 p.m., July 27 at Mendakota Park; Funktion Junction, 6:30-8 p.m., Aug. 12 at Mendakota Park; and Rockin’ Hollywoods, 6-7:30 p.m., Aug. 24 at Mendakota Park. Union Depot is screening the movie “Encanto,” at 9 p.m., Friday, Aug. 5 in Lot D, located near Kellogg boulevard. The event features a chance to win a prize basket. Concessions
will be available. Tickets are $15 per vehicle. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit uniondepot.org/ depotdrivein.
Fairs & Festivals Minnesota State Fair is held Aug. 25-Sept. 5 at the State Fairgrounds, 1265 N. Snelling Ave. The Fair showcases Minnesota’s finest in agriculture, art and industry, hundreds of concession stands, a giant Midway, Grandstand concerts, giveaways, animal and product demonstrations, parades and much more. Grandstand concerts include: Alice In Chains and Breaking Benjamin with special guest Bush by 93X, 5:30 p.m., Aug. 25 ($36-72); Counting Crows: Butter Miracle Tour with special guest The
Wallflowers, 7 p.m., Aug. 26 ($34-51); Pitbull - Can’t Stop Us Now Summer Tour 2022 with special guest Iggy Azalea, 7 p.m., Aug. 28 ($39-84); Jim Gaffigan: The Fun Tour, 7 p.m., Aug. 30 ($39-94); Live & UnZoomed 2022: REO Speedwagon & Styx with special guest Levon, 7 p.m., Sept. 1 ($41-51); Zac Brown Band: Out In The Middle Tour with special guest Robert Randolph Band, 7 p.m., September 2 ($75-194); and Diana Ross with special guest Naturally 7, 7 p.m., September 3. ($34-60). For more information, visit www.mnstatefair.org. IndiaFest is held 11 a.m.9 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13, at the Minnesota State Capitol grounds, 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. The free event will feature perfor-
mances from Asian Indian dance groups, Indian cuisine from local restaurants, Bollywood music, cultural displays, activities and games, along with an Indian bazaar. For more information, visit www.iamn.org or call 651-321-3421. Irish Fair of Minnesota takes place Aug. 12-14 at Harriet Island. This event celebrates Irish heritage through music, dance, Gaelic sports, children’s activities, a Celtic marketplace, cultural displays and Irish food and drink. The musical lineup includes We Banjo 3, Gaelic Storm, Skerryvore, The Friel Sisters, Aoife Scott, Clare Cunningham. Patsy O’Brien, Wild Colonial Bhoys, Sweet Colleens, Paddy Wagon, The Northerly Gales, The Hounds of Finn, The Tim Malloys, The Inland Seas, and Locklin Road. New this year is pub trivia, an Irish Toast competition, “Sea Shanty Sing-Along,” and The Real Irish Comedy Tour. The Wee Stages return this year with some new additions, including comedy, trivia, games and more. Hours are 3-11 p.m., Aug. 12, 10 a.m.-11 p.m., Aug. 13, and 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Aug. 14. Tickets are $15-$45 for adults and $12-$40 for youth. Free for kids under age 13. For more information, visit www.irishfair.com or call 651-645-0221. Japanese Obon Festival, 3-9 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 21, at the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory in Como Park, 1225 Estabrook Dr.
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Food Truck Festival returns to Union Depot The 6th annual St. Paul Food Truck Festival is held 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6, at Union Depot Lot C, 390 E. Kellogg Blvd. More than 45 food trucks will participate. You’ll find global flavors ranging from Spanish paella to New Zealand meat pies to Maine lobster rolls, as well as handcrafted beers and other beverage options. To purchase beer, attendees must request a wristband at the entrance. The MN Lottery I’MN Stage will feature live music from local cover bands throughout the day, including Khalia & Blackwater, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Tyte Phitt, 2:30-5:30 p.m., and Sumo Seven, 6-9 p.m. The event also features fashion/clothing trucks, a vintage record truck, and a photo booth truck. Other activities include life-size Jenga, a mechanical bull, bean bag toss and henna tattoo artists. There is no charge for the event, but donations are accepted to benefit the nonprofit Feed My Starving Children.