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n our detached electronic age, when many relationships spark, live then die on cold little glass screens, Kimberly Nightingale has warmed the hearts of many around St. Paul’s “literary campfire,” the Saint Paul Almanac. First lit in 2005 and joyously tended to by her devoted community collaborators ever since, the Almanac’s fire glows with Nightingale’s vibrant vision of intimate human connectivity and her recognition of our common need for it. As its founder and longtime executive director, Nightingale’s deep affection for humanity, her passion to honor diverse views and voices, and her yearning to build community has profoundly shaped the production and content of the Almanac. Now she is stepping aside. Her leadership will conclude at the end of the year when Nightingale passes the torch to her successor, Pamela Fletcher Bush, a longtime colleague at the Almanac. In the final Almanac of her tenure (Volume 12, “Resistance and Resilience,” released this past September) Nightingale wrote, “Two years ago I knew the Almanac was ready to thrive without me. It had reached adulthood.” On the selection of Fletcher Bush, Nightingale said, “It is a real honor to have Pamela Fletcher Bush succeed me. I have witnessed time and time again how she embraces our Almanac / Page 3
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hile Clara is the true star of Ballet Minnesota’s annual “Classic Nutcracker,” it’s the mice— played by dancers age four to six who scurry onstage for all of 40 seconds—who steal the show. “Every single year the au-
CapitolRiver Council names liaison planner Kady Dadlez has been named liaison planner for CapitolRiver Council/District 17. Dadlez will be the contact person between District 17 and the mayor’s office, the city council and the Department of Planning and Economic Development. She also will serve as liaison for Highland Park, Union Park and North End district councils.
New cultural room at Landmark Center The Romanian Americans in Minnesota organization has established a cultural center in Room 319 of the Landmark Center, 75 W. 5th St. For the past decade the group has met in coffee houses, libraries and private homes. A “Romanian Children’s Christmas” will be held in Courtroom 317, from noon-5 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 15.
The European Christmas Market takes place Dec. 6-22 at Union Depot.
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Hub for the Holidays, Dec. 6-22 Union Depot in Lowertown, 214 4th St. E., kicks off the festivities with its annual holiday tree lighting and movie night at 6 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6. Guests will enjoy a live music performance in the Waiting Room inside Union Depot. The tree lighting begins at 6:30 p.m. on the North Plaza with fireworks, and the movie “Elf ” will show
at 7 p.m., followed by “The Polar Express.” This year’s tree is provided by the Matykiewicz family, longtime Hub for the Holidays attendees. Nancy Matykiewicz offered her family’s 45-foot-tall Colorado blue spruce, which had grown too big to maintain, for the occasion. This was her family’s holiday tree for nearly 30 years. Nancy’s son, Ray, gave his mom the evergreen tree in 1990 when it was only two feet tall. When Ray later served in Iraq, the family decorated the tree with yellow ribbon and lights until he returned home safely. Holiday Event Guide / Page 6
‘Classic Nutcracker’ returns to St. Paul A behind-the-scenes look at the iconic production
December 2019
dience erupts with applause for them because they’re just so adorable,” said Andrew Rist, who with his wife Cheryl, owns the company, Ballet Minnesota, and school, the Classical Ballet Academy, each based in St. Paul. The couple supplies dancers for the production—the company’s most well-attended—and features them in main roles. In addition, each of their 170 students
are given a part as well. Rist loves seeing his students in new roles and helping them strengthen their skills. It helps keep the show fresh year after year. “That’s where the excitement comes in,” said Rist. Students range from age four to 18 and start training for the “Nutcracker” in September. The rehearsals are long and comprehensive, and the school’s production space is filled to the brim
with props. “It’s a mammoth undertaking,” said Rist. For those new to the story, Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet is set on a fantastical Christmas Eve night. The adventure begins with a young girl, Clara, and her mischievous brother, Fritz. Together they host a Christmas party with their family, to which Clara’s godfather, Drosselmeyer, arrives ‘Classic Nutcracker’ / Page 5
Changes at St. Paul Farmers’ Market The St. Paul Farmers’ Market announced that its Thursday Market at the Union Depot will become a yearround event, held 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The Saturday Winter Market will be held 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Market House, across the street from the outdoor market. The outdoor market will be open 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 27 to pick up Thanksgiving orders. Seasonal items will also be for sale. The Christmas tree lot will be open noon-8 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m.-7 p.m. weekends Nov. 29-Dec. 23.
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organizational culture of inclusion and democracy. I cannot imagine a better leader to carry forward the momentum blossoming within our community.” Fletcher Bush, a professor of English and director of the writing program at the University of St. Catherine, was selected after an intensive, two-year search to identify Nightingale’s successor. During her 20-year career at St. Catherine’s (while also holding positions at Carleton College, Hamline University, and the University of Minnesota) Fletcher Bush worked closely with the Saint Paul Almanac in many capacities, including teaching, writing, editing and serving as a Board member. Over the past two years, Almanac leadership hosted multiple listening sessions with dozens of artists, stakeholders and other constituents to affirm a common vision for the Almanac’s future and identify qualities they would seek in a new director. Once the finalists were named, the same community members were invited back to offer input on the candidates. “This thoughtful and vigorous process led to an intentional and effective interview process that required the candidate to both understand SPA and to exhibit their capacity to lead such a complex organization,” said Fletcher Bush. Following her appointment in September, she said, “I’m ecstatic that Saint Paul Almanac has chosen me to be its next executive director. I joke with Kimberly that while she has small feet and I have large feet, she’s leaving me with
giant shoes to fill.” Asked to comment on their similarities and differences, Fletcher Bush said, “She’s a dreamer who not only has the great capacity for imagining but she also can bring her many dreams to fruition. Just as she does, I get things done by collaborating, cooperating and creating opportunities to help the community flourish. We’re both hopeful and tenacious. Yet I’m less effusive, more reserved, so I’ll have to allow myself to dream more.” Indeed, the two seem to be kindred spirits, with a love of diverse communities, collaboration and passion for social justice. During a recent visit with both, Nightingale explained her personal philosophy, which helped shape the creation of the Saint Paul Almanac. Quite simply, she seeks to create a world where people of all walks love and embrace their community and are beloved of the community in return. “We have to believe in, trust and love each other,” she said. “We can’t do that unless we know each other.” Nodding in agreement, Fletcher Bush added, “We should really be looking at our cities to ask how much we care and love our own people who live here. If you’re not taking care of your own community, or if you’re not feeling beloved, then there can be all kinds of consequences. When you’re disconnected from your neighbor, ‘othering’ happens.” Othering—viewing a group of people as intrinsically different from and alien to oneself—is antithetical to both women. They agree
that the solution to such a complex matter is quite simple: storytelling. “That’s how we build the tissue around our bones and muscles, the ligaments that hold us together,” said Nightingale. “We share our stories.” The Saint Paul Almanac is a charming, multiplepersonality hybrid of a publication that has carved out its own unique space in an otherwise profit-driven publishing world. For its devoted audience, the annually produced book has many practical uses: a one-year calendar, a diary for journaling, a personal datebook, a literary journal, a photo album, a local art, culture and attractions promoter, and a reminder of important historical St. Paul events. But the book transcends those prosaic benefits. The essence of the Saint Paul Almanac has always been the spiritual, emotional and human component embodied in every story selected for inclusion; the lived experiences of St. Paul’s vastly disparate denizens. This unique element is evident not only in the diverse content, but also in the actual production process, which involves 20 or more area residents that act as a panel of “community editors.” Hailing from all walks of life, ages, ethnicities, faith traditions and orientations, the panel shifts in membership and makeup from year to year. Community editors review 300 to 400 literary pieces, as well as visual art, such as paintings, sketches, cartoons and photography. Each editorial panel includes 7 or 8 youth members, as part of the Almanac’s commitment to educate and excite students on civic and community involvement. The Almanac staff trains the
Pamela Fletcher Bush with founder Kimberly Nightingale.
“If I found myself exiled to that mythical island where I was allowed only one book, I would take this copy of the Saint Paul Almanac – first for its beauteous and colorful design, second for its wondrous works made of words, and third for the community that created, chose, and found ways to carry this wonder to you, dear reader. The Saint Paul Almanac is beautiful and true; reading it makes me less lonely in the world, gives me hope, and soothes my jangled nerves.” Minnesota Poet Laureate Joyce Sutphen amateur editors on the business of writing, copyediting and publishing, and the editors work with the submitting writers to improve their pieces, hoping to introduce fresh voices into the literary world. As with any non-profit, funding is an eternal challenge. Though the business does well from its annual book sales and production services provided by its unique “Storymobile,” a solar-powered studio-on-
wheels producing videos and podcasts from all around the city, they rely heavily on grants, endowments and individual contributions. This obstacle has also proved true for other communities that have tried to emulate St. Paul’s template in their own cities, including Albuquerque, New Mexico, and King County, near Seattle, Wash. Without consistent funding, the publications lose mo
mentum and eventually fail. When asked to reflect upon the success of the Saint Paul Almanac, Nightingale modestly attributes it to the people of St. Paul who readily embraced her vision of a community rooted in love and care of the neighbor. “From the start, the people of St. Paul recognized somewhere deep in their hearts and souls that we’re all in this together…and that’s what we’re all about.”
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{ THE FULLER FILES } Coming and going Sherman Associates has sold the Sibley Park and Sibley Court apartment buildings at Seventh St. and Wacouta to Orbach Affordable Housing Solutions of New York. The Buttered Tin and a State Farm office are also located in the buildings. Park Square Theatre has canceled two musicals scheduled for the 20192020 season. “Evita” and “Miss You Like Hell” will not be performed because of a shortfall in ticket sales and fund raising. Northern Spark nighttime festival will not be
held this summer. The organization decided to skip a year and conduct strategic planning to determine how to proceed in the future. During the past seven years the event has been held in St. Paul, Minneapolis and along the Green Line.
Paintings returned Five paintings have been returned to the Celeste St. Paul Hotel and Bar, 26 E. Exchange. They were originally created by Sisters of the St. Joseph of Carondelet when the order operated the St. Agatha’s Conservatory of Music and Arts at 26 E. Ex-
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change St. When Rebound Hospitality of Northfield purchased the building to convert it to a 71-room hotel, the paintings were removed, cleaned and restored by Museum Services of Minneapolis. After the school closed in the 1960s, the building was home to the St. Paul Conservatory of Music and used by McNally Smith College of Music.
New restaurant at Union Depot The owners of the Union Depot Bar and Grill in Union Depot plan to close
{ CALENDAR OF EVENTS } St. Paul Conservatory of Music, 1524 Summit Ave., will present a Coffee Concert featuring Beethoven’s Archduke Trio at noon, Wednesday, Dec. 4; the Fall Student Recital at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7; a Holiday Concert at 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14; and New Lute Café will present Terzetti Lute Duo at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 19. Summit Center for the Arts, 1524 Summit Ave., will present Cantus: Men’s Vocal Ensemble on Sunday, Dec. 22. Langer’s Ball will be held at 8 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 4 at Dubliner Pub, 2162 University. Mounds Theatre, 1020 Hudson Rd., will present
“It’s An Honorable Life” at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 13 and 14 and 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 15. East Side Freedom Library, 1105 Greenbrier St., will present Labor Open House 5-8 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 4; “History Revealed: Slavery’s Reach” with Christopher Lehman at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 10; Breaking Barriers: History Day Learning Center Workshop at 10 a.m. on Saturdays in December; “Missing Mississippi Moons” will be performed at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 14, and 2 p.m., Sunday Dec. 15. Penumbra Theatre, 270 Kent St., will present its annual Christmas play, “Black Nativity” at 7:30 p.m., Dec.
4-7, 12-14 and 18-21, and 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 15 and 22. Amsterdam Bar and Hall, Sixth and Wabasha, will present Stand Up St. Paul on Nov. 27; The Spill Canvas on Nov. 29; Policy on Tap on Dec. 2; Vintage Trouble with Hollis Brown on Dec. 4; Stone Arch Isles on Dec.6; Allan Rayman on Dec. 11; Madball and the Old Firm Casuals on Dec. 12. The Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot fundraising 6K and 10K will be held Thursday, Nov. 28 at Upper Landing Park. The 10K begins at 7:30 a.m., followed by the 6K at 8 a.m. Underground Music Café, 1519 Hamline Ave. N.
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and sublet the space to Appetite for Change, a nonprofit that runs Breaking Bread Café in Minneapolis. Kaskaid Hospitality, which has operated the restaurant since the summer of 2018 said that restaurant and catering revenues did not meet expectations. Appetite for Change uses organic and locally grown food and plans to offer a vegan menu.
Election results In the November election, Rebecca Noecker was reelected to her Ward 2 seat on the city council with 62%. She represents Downtown, West Side, West Seventh and Summit Hill. Bill Hosko was
will present Unsung Heroes at 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14. St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists will present the Instrumental Chamber Orchestra Concert at 7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 5; Vocal Arts Winter Concert at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 10 at Lehr Theatre; the Musical Theatre presentation of “The Threepenny Opera” at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 17 at Lowry Lab Theatre; “Mosquitoes” will be performed at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 18 at Lowry Lab Theatre. Books and Bars will discuss “Once Upon a River” by Diane Settlefield at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 17 at the Urban Growler, 2325 Endicott St. Friends of the St. Paul Library will present a Catalyst Conversation with Eric Klinenberg, author of “Pal-
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board member and Ramsey County District judge. The Larry Cohen Recognition Project plans to install a permanent structure sometime next year. The installation honors Cohen’s work to encourage immigrants and people of color to participate in civic affairs.
Mayor Cohen A public art installation has been placed on the plaza outside of the City Hall and Courthouse at Wabasha and Kellogg Boulevard to honor Larry Cohen who passed away in 2016. Cohen served as mayor from 1972 to 1976 and was a Ramsey County
Mears Park lights The trees in Mears Park will be lit this winter. There will be lights on trees on the perimeter, on the diagonal crosswalks and two large trees near the center of the park. The $21,000 project is funded by the City of St. Paul and Friends of Mears Park.
aces for the People” at 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 10 at Weyerhauser Auditorium at the Landmark Center, 75 Fifth St. W. Minnesota Museum of American Art, Fourth and Robert, will present “Sherin Guircuis: Here I Have Returned” through February 23. Guircuis has created an art installation of hand-cut works of paper and sculptures inspired by a leader of the Egyptian feminist movement, Doria Shafit 19081975. The exhibit, History is Not Here: Art and the Arab Imaginary will continue through January 5. Lowertown First Friday will feature works by local artists on Friday, Dec. 6 at Northern Warehouse, AZ Gallery, Lowertown Underground Gallery, Show Gallery, 333 Gallery, Handsome Hog, Octo Fishbar, and Birch’s Lowertown. History Revealed will explore “Holiday Traditions on the Minnesota Prairie” in Courtroom 326 at Landmark Center at noon, Wednesday, Dec. 18. Vic-
torian and prairie pioneer holiday traditions will be presented. George Latimer Central Library Book Club will discuss “Walden Two” by B. F. Skinner at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 12. AZ Gallery, 308 Prince St., will hold its annual holiday show November 30-January 6. Jewelry, cards, ornaments, decorations and other items will be on sale. Subtext Book Store, 6 W. 5th St., will present Jon Kerr, author of “Muhammed’s Dream” on Wednesday, Dec. 4, and Nancy Hedin, author of “Stray,” on, Wendesday, Dec. 11. Black Dog Café, 308 Prince St., will present singer Jiselle McCullum on Friday, Dec. 6; The Lowertown Variety Show on Thursday, Dec. 12; Festivus holiday celebration on Monday, Dec. 23. Dinner with Santa will be held 6-8 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 12 at Dayton’s Bluff Recreation Center, 800 Conway St. Ages 1 to 13 are welcome.
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‘Classic Nutcraker’ from page 1 late. He presents her with a mysterious gift: a nutcracker doll. When Clara falls asleep that night, the audience is transported into her dream of the Rat King fighting the Nutcracker and his army of toy soldiers. The Nutcracker Prince escorts Clara through an enchanted snow-covered forest and on to his Kingdom of the Sweets, where Clara accepts the throne from the Sugar Plum Fairy. “People enjoy the production,” said Rist. He said they see new attendees every year as well as devotees who have seen it for 15 years. At 68, Rist has enjoyed a long career in ballet. He began dancing at age 18, very late according to ballet’s standards. He earned a degree in chemical engineering and although he liked the science, he was always interested in movement and felt a pull toward ballet. After meeting his wife in Seattle, they moved around to several dance companies before finally deciding to establish their own ballet studio and company. “We were dancing with the Minnesota Dance Theatre,” said Rist. “They went through a transition, so we opened our own studio in St. Paul in Lowertown.” They ran the Classical Ballet Academy for two years, then opened the professional company, Ballet Minnesota. Today, they produce not only the classics, but also
contemporary and other forms of dance. While they train mostly in classical ballet, Rist believes the strong foundation that ballet presents makes someone better in other forms, like jazz. “You have more control of your body,” he said. The couple also showcases the Minnesota Dance Festival each spring, where they bring in companies from around the Twin Cities to perform with them. Rist said it’s a fun atmosphere, and several different dance styles are represented. Many students at the Classical Ballet Academy find success after graduation, either getting scholarships to highend programs at universities or finding roles in dance companies, and Rist delights in watching them continue their dancing careers. Now, with rehearsals for “Nutcracker” in full swing, the school and academy are focused on delivering the audience another showstopper. While their full productions of “Swan Lake” and “Giselle” are bigger, more people attend the Christmas classic. “You walk into the room with all these dancers at all these levels, and their dreams, and their energy— and it just goes right back into you, and you’re ready to go again,” said Rist. Performances are Dec. 13-15 at the O’Shaugnessy auditorium at St. Catherine University, 2004 Randolph Ave. Tickets are $18-$46.
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The European Christmas Market will take place Dec. 6-22 on the East Plaza and provide an Old World European ambiance. Based on the open-air markets of Germany, Austria and other countries, the market will feature handmade gifts, such as ornaments, nutcrackers, toys, woolen accessories, jewelry and more, from more than 40 vendors. European-inspired food and drink will include spiced mulled wine. There will be live music, dancers, an appearance from Santa and his reindeer, a visit from Krampus, and free goat and dogsled rides. Hours are 4-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. The North Pole Express will chug into town on Friday, Dec. 6, offering families the opportunity to ride the train with Santa, see his village, watch his elves work and return to Union Depot for refreshments. Rides will take place Dec. 6-8 and 1215. To order tickets, visit https://261.com/npe/. The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train will arrive at 6:45 p.m., Tuesday, Dec.
Union Depot’s annual holiday tree lighting ceremony begins at 6 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6. 10. After a welcome by Ramsey County Commissioner Rafael Ortega, there will be a free concert from 7-7:30 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring a monetary or heart-healthy food donation for the local food shelf, Merrick Community Services. VIP tickets are $10 and provide access to a preferred viewing area nearest the stage. To purchase tick-
ets, visit www.cptrain2019. eventbrite.com/. Holiday Bake Sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14. A wide array of the Twin Cities’ top bakeries and confection makers will gather for the 7th Annual Holiday Bake Sale in the Waiting Room. There will be live cooking and baking demonstrations, and guests can choose baked goods,
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confections and gifts from more than 30 vendors. The event is free, but guests are encouraged to bring a monetary or heart-healthy food donation for the local food shelf. The Northstar Holiday Train will roll in Saturday, Dec. 21. Guests will have the chance to take a free roundtrip train ride, starting at the Big Lake station and riding
to Union Depot where they can visit the European Market from 4-6 p.m. For more information, visit www. metrotransit.org/northstarholiday-train.
Destination Winter Saint Paul, Dec. 6-Feb. 22 CHS Field, 360 Broadway St. N., will host a 3-month event in collaboration with
the Saints, Visit Saint Paul and the City of St. Paul. Activities include the Wells Fargo WinterSkate rink, Securian Financial’s SuperSlide and the Greatest Day Parade honoring the 40th anniversary of the U.S. Men’s Olympic Ice Hockey Team. Concessions will be open for all events. The Wells Fargo WinterSkate is free and open daily, with the exception of Christmas and New Year’s. Hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. MondayThursday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. On Christmas Eve the rink will be open 10 a.m.-3 p.m., and on New Year’s Eve from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. On Presidents’ Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day the rink will be open from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Skate rentals are $5. Free skating lessons are offered by professional skating instructors from noon-1 p.m. on Dec. 7 and 14; Jan. 11, 18 and 25; and Feb 1. Broomball is also available. The Securian Financial SuperSlide is a snow slide that begins at the second story patio of the Securian Financial Club. Riders will
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West St. Paul. For more information, visit www.riverheightschorale.org. The “Classic Nutcracker,” Dec. 11-15 at O’Shaughnessy Auditorium at St. Catherine University, 2004 Randolph Ave. Ballet Minnesota will present its 32nd annual performance of the holiday classic. $21-$46. “A Nutcracker Story,” 1 and 6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 21 at the O’Shaughnessy Auditorium at St. Catherine University, 2004 Randolph Ave., St. Paul. St. Paul Ballet will present a fantastical adventure to the magical land of dancing snow, colorful
characters and swirling flowers. $37. To order tickets, call 651-690-6700 or visit www.theoshaughnessy.com. Lowertown SantaCon, 7 p.m. until bar close, Saturday, Dec. 14. Participants of the 12th annual pub crawl will have a jolly time imbibing holiday spirits at various Lowertown bars. Dress as your favorite holiday character and join the fun. For the complete schedule, visit http://lowertownsantacon. info. It’s A Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play, Dec. 5-24 at the Saint Paul Hotel, 350 Market St., St. Paul. Enjoy
a 3-course meal and live performance of playwright Joe Landry’s acclaimed take on the classic 1946 Frank Capra film, “It’s a Wonderful Life.” $79-$89. For more information, call 651-2283860 or visit www.saintpaulhotel.com. Winter Lights Tours, 7-9 p.m., Nov. 30 and Dec. 7, 14, 21. Ride in a deluxe motorcoach for a two-hour guided tour of the biggest and brightest displays of holiday cheer. Tour sells out fast. To order tickets, call Down in History Tours at 651-292-1220 or visit www. wabashastreetcaves.com.
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Riders take a 40-foot plunge on the Securian Financial SuperSlide. plunge 40 feet in an innertube, and glide 130 feet on the snow. Days and times vary. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for children 12 and under. Children are offered unlimited rides for the one-hour slot purchased. To purchase tickets, visit www. saintsbaseball.com, or call 651-644-6659. The Greatest Day event will take place Saturday, Feb. 22. It will feature a hockey exhibition tournament comprised of 12 youth teams, each representing a country that took part in the 1980 Men’s Olympic Ice Hockey competition. The parade will begin at 2 p.m. near the Herb Brooks Statue in Rice Park, travel through Downtown and finish at CHS Field. It will showcase members of the 1980 team, Minnesota Olympians, including the 2018 U.S. Women’s Ice Hockey Gold Medal Team, former Minnesota North Stars and other NHL players, Fighting Saints, Golden Gophers, and youth teams from across the state. Once inside the ballpark, an Olympic-style ceremony will take place. Afterwards, the 1980 team and the former Olympians will sign autographs inside the Securian Financial Club. The event is free and open to the public.
college students, seniors and veterans and active military. $8 for aged five to 17. Free for ages four and under. Order tickets at www.mnhs. org. Christmas Traditions, 1-3:30 p.m., Dec. 1; 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Dec. 4-6. Take a guided tour through the James J. Hill House, 240 Summit Ave., St. Paul, and learn about the Hill family’s Christmas traditions including Mrs. Hill’s seven-course meal. $8-$12. Order tickets at www.mnhs.org. Christmas Saturdays, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Nov. 30Dec. 28. Take a self-guided tour of the James J. Hill House. Program includes hands-on activity for children. $6-$10. “Sherlock Holmes & the Case of the Christmas Carol,” 7:30-9:45 p.m., Dec. 6-7, 14-15, 20-21, at the James J. Hill House. A thought-provoking twist on Charles Dickens’ classic story. Recommended for ages 10 and up. $28-36. Order tickets at www.mnhs.org. Don Irwin Holiday Concert, 7-9 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 12 and Friday, Dec. 13. Visit the James J. Hill House to enjoy pianist Don Irwin as he plays classic holiday tunes and special requests. $28.50. To order tickets, call Marian at 651-489-5771.
Historic Holidays A Victorian Christmas, Nov. 29, 30, Dec.1, 5, 6. Take a guided tour through the Alexander Ramsey House, 265 Exchange St. S., St. Paul, for an 1875 Victorian Christmas. Discover how the Ramsey family and their friends, neighbors and servants prepared for and celebrated the season. Times vary. $12 for adults. $10 for
Concerts and special events Katie McMahon’s Celtic Christmas, 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6. St. Catherine University, 2004 Randolph Ave., will host the original voice of Riverdance, Katie McMahon, in the O’Shaughnessy Auditorium. The family-friendly performance will include traditional Christmas car-
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efore moving back to my home state of Minnesota in the summer of 2014, I lived in Prague, Czech Republic for seven years. Besides the usual worries of relocating to a new place—like finding
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Your community news and information source was slowly leaving a trail of breweries and taprooms across the state. Now a resident of St. Paul for almost four years, I’ve never had to stray far from home for a good ale. From Black Stack to Bad Weather to Bang, I’ve tallied at least 16 active breweries in my hoppy explorations, yet one, quite literally, stands head and shoulders above all the rest: St. Paul Brewing. St. Paul Brewing, 688 Minnehaha Ave., E., St. Paul, opened in 2007 under the name Saint Paul’s Flat Earth at a location south of Highland Park. In 2010, owner John Warner set his sights on the historic Hamm’s Brewing complex perched high above the deep, wooded ravine of Swede Hollow. After completing massive renovations, the company finally made the move to the East Side in 2014, and just this past year rebranded as Saint Paul Brewing. “Come for the history— stay for the beer” is one of the brewery’s slogans, and I couldn’t agree more. Swede Hollow itself is one of the oldest settlements in the city, and add to that a brewery that dates to 1865, and
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you’ve got a lot of history on your hands. The taproom is in the heart of the complex, located in a courtyard. As I approached the entrance, surrounded by colossal relics of fading brick on three sides, the sights and sounds of the city faded away; only a ceiling of late afternoon sky
peeked through. It felt as if the buildings swallowed me whole and transported me to 1850s St. Paul. And then there’s the beer. On my visit they had all their flagship beers on tap—Railroad Island APA, Hidden Passage IPA, Golden Horse Blonde Ale, and Crooks’ Haven Rye Porter—as well
as quite a few seasonal offerings. A cheerful, long-bearded bartender served me up a porter, and we made small talk. “Everyone’s always talking about Surly, but this place is great,” I said. He laughed. “Whenever my friends want me to meet them at Surly, I just don’t
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landscaped beer garden and enticing hipster merch for sale in the gift store—but it’s a little too manicured for my taste. And much too crowded. If any place deserves the label of destination brewery, it’s St. Paul Brewing. From interior to exterior, you can tell that Warner paid careful attention to maintaining the historic character during renovations. He somehow managed to modernize yet pay homage to St. Paul’s in-
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“The septic guy can’t find the cover. Call him,” was the message. I’ve been getting a lot of messages like this since I decided to put my 100-plus-year-old farmhouse up for sale. I haven’t lived in the farmhouse for years now—not since I moved out to go to graduate school and become a writer, met Peter, married Peter, and moved on with my life. The farmhouse was where I lived for many years with my first husband, and then, for a while, after our divorce. The farmhouse is where I thought I’d grow
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old. I planted a lot of trees, had a garden and painted every wall, inside and out. I thought there was a strong likelihood I’d die in that
dustrial past. The only comparison I can think to draw is to the artistic grungy feel of Eastside Berlin. (In this comparison, Surly would be the more Disney-esque restored Dresden.) As usual, Minneapolis gets all the hype, but St. Paul is where it’s really at. Of the many seating choices, one unique area is the outdoor beer garden. Crumbling stone walls enclose a long rectangular area with picnic benches, round
tables, and log stumps surrounding various fire pits. Vines and the tips of saplings poke through barred windows making it feel like an ancient archeological ruin reclaimed from the encroaching jungle. The walls possess some basic tag graffiti (probably left by delinquent teens during the complex’s abandoned years), which further enhances the authentic charm of the space. There are also some colorful artistic creations, and one wall even
has a complete mural of a moose head and big, black cursive lettering spelling out Swede Hollow. As I sat and took a sip of my porter, I savored the smoky sweet taste that slowly took over my taste buds. It reminded me of the first beer I ever loved—a dark, Czech lager called Kozel Černý. Afternoon faded into evening. The fires were lit, and the glow of the zig zag of strings of outdoor lights
mingled with the rising smoke. The patio began to fill with groups of friends, families and dogs to form a lively, impromptu community, and I couldn’t have been happier. There are certain places in the world where history pulsates, where, for a moment, past and present seem to converge. This is one of those places. Oh, and did I mention the beer?
house. Now I’ve put it up for sale. The house has been rented for the last few years. I’ve been getting a reasonable rent for it but being a longdistance landlord is not easy. “Why are they parking their cars on the lawn?” I wonder when I visit. “What’s that stuff piled in the woods?” Gradually the property starts to look less and less well-cared for. It was time. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy. I remember Joel, the contractor who did most of the improvements to the house. Joel was a perfectionist and a terrible estimator of his time, so the work ended up being far more beautiful and far
more expensive than anyone anticipated. But I can’t say I did much to discourage him. Joel asked me one day, “How long do you plan to live in this house?” “Well, my grandmother lived to be 100. Does that help?” “Okay then,” Joel replied. Joel put in the solid wood shelves that used to be filled with my books and treasures from travel. He put in a fireplace with tile running around it. He patched the upstairs floor where a wall was removed with wood he took from the closet, so it was impossible to tell it had been repaired, then found nearly-matching wood to repair the back of the closet— just in case anyone should
look, just because that’s how Joel was. Nothing in the sale price of the house will reflect the bookshelves or the perfectly matched wood. Nothing will reflect the weeks upon weeks I came home from work, changed clothes, and worked until late while listening to the radio as I varnished, so the woodwork would yellow gently with time and match the original wood. So, no, it’s not easy. And, despite a bad end, the marriage that occurred in that house was not without happiness. Most of my married life was lived in that house. There was a lot of optimism, then a lot of worry, and eventual despair but there were happy moments
when I felt secure as if I had found my home forever. I called the septic guy and told him where to find the cover. I am sure there will be more calls but right now I’m just hoping the house will sell to someone who loves it. I’m hoping one day they’ll notice the handiwork on the bookshelves. Maybe they’ll like the woodwork. Maybe they’ll admire the tiles around the fireplace on a cold winter night. I want someone to fill the old house with books and treasures and happiness and feel as if it is a home they could live in for a very long time—maybe forever—or however long forever lasts. Till next time.
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Lorie Line Christmas concert, 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6. $55-$60. Mason Jennings will perform at 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7. $30-$40. The band Low will present Low’s Christmas at 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 13. $35. Hot Tuna acoustic 50 th anniversary concert, 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14. $39.50-$59.50. A Christmas Celebration with The Steeles, 7 p.m., Friday Dec. 20 and Saturday, Dec. 21. $30.50-$40.50.
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“First Avenue Stories of Minnesota’s Mainroom,” through May 3, 2020. Since 1970, First Avenue & 7th St. Entry have been at the heart of the Minnesota music scene. This exhibit celebrates the musicians, employees and regulars who have called First Avenue their rock ‘n’ roll home. Museum tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and college students, and $6 for children ages five to 17. Free on Tuesdays, 3-8 p.m. Thanksgiving Break: Brickmania First Ave., noon-4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 1. View a scale model of First Avenue built
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entirely from Legos, and help build Lego portraits of legendary First Avenue performers. $6-$12. VJ Night, 6-8 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 3. A VJ night with Jake Rudh of Transmission Music. Our Home: Native Minnesota, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7. A new permanent exhibit showcasing Native American stories—and the continuity of cultural practices, teachings, values and political agency. Music, art and games will be offered. Relief in the Bulge, 7-9 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 10. Dr. Greg Fontenot, author of “Loss and Redemption at St. Vith,” will discuss the defense and disputed aspects of intelligence and final victory.
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This photo of Ojibwe women at Leech Lake, circa 1906, is part of the “Our Home: Native Minnesota” exhibit at the Minnesota History Center. Fashioned Holiday Bazaar. $5. Ballet, noon-1 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 10. Enjoy demonstrations and excerpts from the Ballet Co. Laboratory’s company repertoire.
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Santa’s Workshop, 1-3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 15. Take a free photo with Santa, enjoy games, dress up as an elf and make a gift for a loved one.
“Beyond the Rainbow,” through Dec. 22. This musical explores the life, music and movies of Grand Rapids, Minn. native Judy Garland. $30-$65.
Woodturning Exhibition will be held by the AAW Gallery of Wood Art from noon-3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 15 at Landmark Center.
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Courtroom Concerts, noon-1 p.m. Delphia Cello Quartet will perform Thursday, Dec. 12, and “Songs of the Season: Carols by Minnesota Composers” is presented Thursday, Dec. 19. Landmark LIVE, 7-10 p.m., Friday, Dec. 20. Carrie Elkin will perform with guest John Hermanson of Storyhill. $20-$25.
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“Six the Musical,” 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 29, and 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 30. $40.50$81.50. Join Rita Moreno for a night of songs and stories at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 3. $48-$161. Julie Albers will play Haydn’s “First Cello Concerto” at 8 p.m., Dec. 6-7. $12-$50.
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Kim Petras, 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 30. $33.50. The Jayhawks, 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 21. $33$60.
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“Pride and Prejudice,” through Dec. 22. Enjoy Kate Hamill’s adaptation of the Jane Austen classic. $16-$37.
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“Body Worlds RX,” through Jan. 5, 2020. Explore the human body exhibition that has attracted 47 million people around the world.
Illumination, 5-10 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, Nov. 29-Dec. 28. Experience the museum as it is transformed by colored lights and largescale interactive art installations.
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Minnesota Hmong New Year, 8 a.m., Nov. 30-Dec. 1. Celebrate the 41 st Annual Hmong New Year with Hmong arts, food and culture. Ice Fishing and Winter Sports Show, Dec. 6-8. Explore more than 190 exhibits with products and services for the fishing and winter sports enthusiast. $5-$20. Kids five and under free.
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10¢ off per gallon (maximum 30 gallons)
Not valid with other offers. Limit one coupon per visit. Offer expires 12/31/19. Downtown bp, 542 Robert St. N., St. Paul 651-221-0026
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON?
FREE computer scan for store codes Most vehicles. Limit one coupon per visit. Offer expires 12/31/19. Downtown bp, 542 Robert St. N., St. Paul 651-221-0026
OIL CHANGE $1999 or $4999
Synthetic blend
Full Synthetic Most vehicles. Up to 6 quarts of oil, standard filter and chassis lube. Not valid with other offers. Offer expires 12/31/19. Downtown bp, 542 Robert St. N., St. Paul 651-221-0026
ANY SERVICE 10% off
(maximum savings $100.) Most vehicles. Not valid with other offers. Limit one coupon per visit. Offer expires 12/31/19. Downtown bp, 542 Robert St. N., St. Paul 651-221-0026
FREE Local Shuttle and Same Day Service on Most Repairs! Page 12 - Downtown St. Paul Voice - December 2019