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Volume 19 | Number 6
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June 2022
Graduation set for June 9
Summer programs on tap Jake Spitzack Staff Writer
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City names new administrator Jake Spitzack Staff Writer
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n the past year, the city of South St. Paul has lost a handful of longtime leaders to retirement. The most recent changing of the guard was made official in late April when Ryan Garcia was selected as the city’s next city administrator. He will succeed Joel Hanson, who is retiring on June 24. “We’re at this point in our generational turnover where we have a lot of leadership positions like the police chief, city clerk and public works director that have been in stable, longterm hands changing over to new people,” said Garcia. “We’ve all kind of discussed the timing piece, where seeing a new leader step in to help organize and direct the replacement of those important positions is a good opportunity for the city – and frankly for me to help build on that great foundation we have and make sure the transition goes smoothly.” Garcia, who has a bachelor’s in geography with a focus in urban Garcia / Page 2
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s people are lured outside by the warm sun, they’ll find many of the classic summer activities that have become staples of the community, as well as a few new ones. From music and movies in the parks to the Great Minnesota Get-Together, there are many ways to have fun in the sun, and our annual Summer Event Guide will put you in the know. COVID restrictions are continually changing, so events are subject to change. Be sure to call or check the schedules online before you go.
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outh St. Paul Secondary is hosting its graduation ceremony at 7 p.m., Thursday, June 9 at Ettinger Field. Last year, students had to wear masks and stand six feet apart, and seating was limited. This year, it appears everything will return to normal for the 185-student graduating class. The ceremony will include music by the school band and speeches from a student-nominated staff member and a staff-nominated student. Speakers had not been named as of press time. If poor weather pushes the ceremony inside, each student will receive four tickets for family members. The ceremony will also be streamed on TownSquareTV. “This class is special for me,” said Chuck Ochocki, principal of South St. Paul Secondary. “I returned back to South St. Paul as the principal when they were entering the sixth grade and they were our first class to come to sixth grade here. Before that we had always been a 7-12 grade building. I just laugh because we survived bringing sixth graders to this building, they’ve survived COVID-19 and the pandemic and it’s just been a wild ride for them.” South St. Paul Public Schools has several programs to assist students entering new schools this fall. For more information on the following programs, visit sspps.org. Early learning drop-in play allows children ages five and under to explore SSP Schools / Page 2
Mark your calendar: Kaposia Days takes place June 24-26 Jake Spitzack Staff Writer
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et ready, South St. Paul, Kaposia Days is just around the corner. The annual Kaposia Days celebration takes place June 24-26, featuring a full calendar of events designed to celebrate community pride. For those new to the community, the name honors the area’s earliest residents:
the Kaposia band of the Mdewakanton Dakotah. Here’s the line-up for the festival, a summertime tradition since 1976. Most events are free. Purchase a button to take advantage of discounts. Buttons are $3 and available at Central Square Community Center, 100 7th Ave. N., and several local businesses. All information was accurate as of press time but is subject to change. For
more information, visit kaposiadays.org. Kick-off Dinner - Celebrate the start of Kaposia Days with a Roaring ’20sthemed fundraising dinner at 6 p.m., Wednesday, June 15, at Historic Concord Exchange, 200 Concord Exchange N. Tickets are $35. Reservations required. Medallion Hunt - The medallion hunt will return the week of Kaposia Days.
Check the website for details: kaposiadays.org/site/ medallion-hunt/ Grande Parade - Grab your lawn chairs! The popular parade begins at 6:30 p.m., Friday, June 24. The route begins at 3rd St. N. and 12th Ave. N. and travels down Southview Boulevard to 7th Ave. S. Those wishing to have a float in the parade can register at kaposiadays. org. The last block of the pa-
rade, on 7th Ave. S. between 6th and 7th Streets, will be blocked off as a quiet zone. Cute Kid Contest - Cast your vote for South St. Paul’s cutest kid. Monda Goette Photography photographed each applicant, ages 3 months to 12 years old. Voting costs $1 and takes place June 5-15 www. mondagoette.com/cute-kidcontest. Proceeds support Neighbors, Inc.
Softball Tournament The state’s second largest softball tournament is held June 25-26 at Vets Fields, 1400 3rd St. N. and at Kaposia Landing Fields, 800 Bryant Ave. Teams can register by contacting tournament director Rich Rakness at 651-455-1725. Cornhole Bean Bag Tournament - The tournament begins at 10 a.m., Kaposia Days/ Page 3
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area development from the University of WisconsinWhitewater and a master’s in urban planning from the University of WisconsinMilwaukee, is no stranger to the city. For nearly six years he’s been the economic development manager. During this time the city has seen an influx of projects, including the Reem Kenworth headquarters on Concord Street, the Stockyards restaurant,
and The Yards and Backyards apartment complexes at the northwest corner of Concord Exchange and Grand Avenue. As city administrator Garcia will work with all city department heads to ensure the city is meeting its objectives and goals as expressed by the city council. He will also work on policy issues, budgets and continue to manage economic development efforts while the city contemplates the direction of that department. “The idea is that we’ll take
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a bit of a breath to see how I grow into the new role [city administrator] and how we can best continue to support the economic development function,” said Garcia. “I think we’ll certainly have an economic development position here, but it may look different than it did before. We’re looking at a position that provides support not only on the economic development side but also on the neighborhood development
and preservation side.” With the recent staff turnovers, Garcia will focus on helping the new leaders better understand what each department is doing, giving them a broader view of how the city works. Regarding economic development, he said the trend of building multi-unit housing complexes will likely continue. Hardman Triangle, a 22-acre superblock at the northeast corner of Grand Avenue and
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from page 1 Early Childhood Family Education classrooms along with their parent or guardian 9 a.m.-noon, Wednesday, June 22 and 29, and July 13, 20 and 27. Licensed teachers will be present to share information on child development and community resources. Cost is $3 per family per visit The South St. Paul Community Preschool Program is offering a free five-week summer preschool program June 20-July 28 for children who will attend kindergar-
ten this fall. It’s designed for students who have little or no in-person preschool experience, or who are learning English. Programming is offered 8:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Monday-Thursday, and focuses on making friends, school readiness and STEM learning activities. Breakfast and lunch are provided. Bussing is available for eligible students. Registration is limited. Students must be five years old by September 1, 2022. To enroll, call 651457-9418.
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Concord Street, has been identified as a site for housing and commercial projects. “I’ve very much fallen in love with the work, city and staff here, and it’s been a great place to grow,” said Garcia. “I wouldn’t say it [the city administrator position] was on my radar before I heard about Joel’s retirement because I was very happy doing what I was doing. When Joel first
shared with me that he was planning to retire, I started to think deeply about it and talked to my family about it. I knew I wanted to stay here for a long time and I appreciated the opportunity to be a leader. The community just feels like the right fit and the job seems like a really good evolution to allow me to represent the community and be a leader for the community’s prosperity.”
Packer Preview, a program for incoming 6th graders, is offering two sessions this summer at South St Paul Secondary. Sessions are 8 a.m.-noon, June 2030, and 8 a.m.-noon, July 11-21. The program helps students become familiar with the secondary building, meet new friends and understand their schedules. Students will practice traveling between classrooms and attend sample lessons in core classes. Breakfast and lunch are provided. The secondary school is offering five speed and strength training groups Mon.-Thurs., June 13-Aug.
11. Sessions are held for varsity athletes entering grades 11-12, athletes entering grades 9-12, athletes entering grades 9-10, students entering grades 6-8 and one for female athletes only. $80. South St. Paul Public Schools is offering free breakfasts and lunches for youth ages 18 and under June 13-Aug. 11 at South St. Paul Secondary and June 20Aug. 4 at Kaposia Education Center. Breakfasts are served 8-9 a.m. and lunches 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Meals must be eaten on-site, and parents and guardians may purchase a meal. No meals will be served the week of July 4-7.
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June 25, at the Lions Pavilion at Kaposia Landing, 800 Bryant Ave. Registration is 9-9:45 a.m. the day of the event. Participants must be age 18 or older unless accompanied by an adult. Cost is $40 per team, cash only.
To register for a booth, visit kaposiadays.org. After June 10, registration must be done the day of the event. Cost is $25 per space. For more information, contact Julie Foote at 651-450-2366 or drjulie@sspfamily.com.
Bingo Try to get five in a row at 5th and Marie…and get your groove on! Sessions are held 11 a.m.-6 p.m., June 25, and 11 a.m.-5 p.m., June 26. Disco bingo takes place 8:07-9:47 p.m., June 25.
Block Party Stockyards Tavern & Chophouse, 456 Concord Exchange S., is hosting this year’s block party 6:30-11 p.m., June 25, with outdoor concessions, including beer and bar beverages. Uncle Chunk will perform on the outdoor stage 7:30-11 p.m. All ages welcome. Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 at the door, and can be purchased at the restaurant.
Craft & Flea Market/ Business Expo This event takes place 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, June 25, at 7th and Marie.
Your community news and information source Pancake Breakfast Fury Motors, 1000 Concord St. S., is hosting this year’s pancake and sausage breakfast 9 a.m.-noon, June 26. The meal is free with a Kaposia Days button. Classic Car Show Check out vintage automobiles 10 a.m.-4 p.m., June 26 at the South St. Paul Secondary School parking lot, 700 2nd St. N. Registration is the day of the event only. Touch-a-Truck Bring the kids to explore fire trucks, police trucks and other big vehicles 10 a.m.2 p.m., June 25 at 6th and Marie. Sunday Funday 3rd Lair will present skateboarding demonstrations and instruction noon-
5 p.m., June 26 on 6th Avenue North near Central Square Community Center. Open skate is available at 12:45 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Beat the Heat Open Skate The South St. Paul Girls hockey team will host open skate for all ages 1-3 p.m., June 26 on rink 1 at Doug Woog Arena, 141 6th St. S. Skate rental is $2. The event is $5; free with a button. Kiddie Parade The SSP Mayor’s Youth Task Force will host the annual Kaposia Days Kiddie Parade on June 25. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m.. The parade begins at 10 a.m. This year’s theme is “Favorite Book Character.” Participants are encouraged to dress according to the theme.
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Ambassador Recognition Join South St. Paul Kaposia Days Ambassadors Alyse Boudreau and Maddie Wenda to congratulate them on their year. The ceremony is held at 6 p.m., Saturday, June 25 in the high school auditorium. Ambassadors receive a $1,200 academic scholarship at the end of their one-year term representing the city of South St. Paul during the Kaposia Days festival and at other community events, festivals and public appearances. Each ambassador also organizes and completes two volunteer service projects in South St. Paul.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS President – Nickie Kraus Vice-President – Heidi Satre Past President – Natalka MacDonald Secretary – Annie Regan Treasurer – Holly Cocchiarella Director – Dan Grevas Director – Dody Sobaszkiewicz Director – Joe Gullerud Director – Kalen Graf Director – Karen Hanson Director – Matt Thompson Director – Steve Mankowski Button Committee Chair – Stephanie Sparks
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s we neared the midway point of commemorating Neighbors 50th anniversary, one of the highlights occurred in May when people throughout the community gathered to honor Neighbors with the
Service to Others Humanitarian Recognition award. This was the 12th time the Rotary Club of South St. Paul and Inver Grove Heights has made such a recognition. In fact, several past recipients were volun-
Postscript
A Great Time to Get Old
“It’s a great time to get old!” That’s what my husband, Peter, says. He’s right. And getting old is – as the saying goes – better than the alternative. I was thinking this while waiting for my father to get a pacemaker. Carrie Classon My father had no idea he CarrieClasson.com needed a pacemaker until two days before he got one. stairs, so this was not a good The cardiologist had been development. The monitor monitoring his heart because revealed that his heart was he was suddenly becoming beating much more slowly tired and winded just from than it was supposed to. going up a flight of stairs. My SPV-Con-June2022V-Eng.qxp_Layou “It’s been a cold spring,” I dad typically climbs a lot of told him. “Maybe you’re just
teers with Neighbors. Their service to Neighbors was specifically cited as a reason they were being honored. Among the guests in attendance were two of my predecessors, Harv Bartz and John Kemp. It was truly humbling to spend time with them and reflect upon the history of Neighbors. Beth Baumann, former mayor of South St. Paul and current chair of Neighbors’ board of directors, nominated Neighbors for the recognition. Her remarks capture so much of what Neighbors has been and continues to be. Here is a portion of what she had to say. “Neighbors has affected
the lives of hundreds of thousands of people throughout its history. Their core values of respect, generosity and inclusion are lived out every day as they serve people from throughout northern Dakota County with compassion. “Neighbors has and continues to passionately serve the community. Tens of thousands of volunteers and donors have given generously in service and support of their neighbors in need. Their dedication and commitment are the reason Neighbors is still here today and will continue to be here for many years to come. “Neighbors has been a force for good for a half cen-
tury. Founded by neighbors for neighbors. Providing opportunities for our neighbors to thrive by connecting volunteers to people in need is more than a mission. It is our North Star. Neighbors is a trusted institution that stewards community resources to those in need. Throughout its history, the programs and services have adapted to meet the needs of the day. Those programs and services have included babysitting, transportation to medical appointments, telecare hotline for shut-ins and social programs. Today they provide food, clothing, household items, financial assistance
and empowerment along with many other services to the community.” The award was accepted on behalf of the entire community because Neighbors is community. The people who gathered to witness the recognition, as well as all of you reading this article, are part of the Neighbors community. That is what has made and continues to make Neighbors such a special organization. I want to thank the Rotary Club for honoring Neighbors with the 2022 Service to Others Humanitarian Recognition. It is an honor to have the opportunity to serve our community.
going into hibernation.” The cardiologist did not seem to think this was the case. She told my dad that he should get a pacemaker. “Not interested,” Dad said. My dad has avoided making major purchases since he turned 80 a few years back. He says he won’t live long enough to get enough use out of them. He has not replaced the come-along winch that is missing a few teeth. He claims it was entirely user error when the come-along failed to catch and he applied his full strength to it when he was pulling his Bobcat out of the woods. With no resistance on the winch, he flew over backward and broke a bone on his ankle.
“You need a new comealong,” I told him. “I’m not going to live long enough to buy a new comealong!” he told me. My sister got him one for Christmas. I wasn’t surprised that his initial reaction to the pacemaker was that this was another extravagant acquisition he didn’t need. The cardiologist disagreed and assured my dad that it was no big deal. They could get him in the next day, and he’d spend only a few hours in the hospital. Dad relented, the procedure went without a hitch, and his heart now beats at a more chipper pace. “It’s a great time to get old!” I told him and he agreed. I’ve written previously about how conversations
with friends are now dominated by discussions of their latest ailments. Before GPS and when my friends and I were younger, whenever there was a lull in conversation the favorite topic was “the best way to get there.” “You came up 35, huh? I always think it’s a little faster to follow the river, and then when you get to….” And so on. I remember thinking this was the dullest subject ever, comparing routes and trying to determine which one might shave 10 minutes off your driving time. “You just wasted 15 minutes talking about it!” I wanted to scream. Now there’s little point in discussing navigation since we’ve relinquished those decisions to our phones.
Instead, the most frequent discussions lately are “my current ailment.” “Yeah, I’ve had that, too. And lately, I’ve been getting pains in my.…” And so on. Thankfully, I don’t have a lot to talk about, and my dad is an excellent role model. He says, “Everyone is going to have something go wrong with them eventually. It’s just a question of what it will be.” After consenting to the pacemaker procedure, Dad asked his cardiologist what he should do differently before the procedure. “Just try to act like an 80-year-old for a few days, would you?” she suggested. I think she was kidding. My dad said he would try. Till next time.
Happy end of the school year - Congratulations to all students for completing the school year. A special congratulations to the seniors
who will be starting a new chapter in their lives. Happy South St. Paul Farmers’ Market - The South St. Paul Farmers’ Market will open at 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 15 with activities for all ages. We are looking for bell ringers to signal the start the market again this year and to help with the “unique container” contest. It’s always fun to see the containers that patrons bring to take home their produce. We will also introduce a few new programs at the market for the youth. Don’t forget to bring your reusable bags to make Planet Earth happy. Happy 100th Birthday South St. Paul Library The library is celebrating in style with a block party, held 5-8 p.m., Thursday, June 23. The event features free food, music, activities, a community painting project
and much more. It is going to be a blast! Happy Outdoor Pools Opening - Nothing says summer like the outdoor pools opening. Pools are scheduled to open June 13. Watch the City’s website for more information. Happy Communitywide Garage Sale - Who doesn’t like a garage sale? In June, the City of South St. Paul will host the community-wide garage sale June 23-25. Fifty to 70 homes are expected to participate. Happy Kaposia Days Held June 24-26, Kaposia Days is looking like it will be a happy one with parades, food trucks, music, bingo, skateboard park, craft booths and much more. The task force is hosting the Kiddie Parade, which begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday at Fifth and Southview. The theme is
“Favorite Storybook Characters.” We are asking kids to dress up as their favorite storybook character and parade together with police and fire personnel to the Touch a Truck event, located on the 100 block of 6th Avenue North and featuring a variety of trucks to view and sit in. We’ll also have certificates for free ice cream. On Saturday and Sunday, the South St. Paul Pastors in Action group will call Bingo at the bingo tent, and on Saturday night the task force will host Disco Bingo. Dress in your favorite disco wear and join us from 8-9:30 p.m. at the bingo tent. Finally, the weekend would not be complete without the Kaposia Days fireworks, which start at 10:01 p.m. on Sunday. June truly is a month that will make you smile and be happy. Happy June, everyone!
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arrol Bussler, who came to South St. Paul in 1972 to teach high school English, is credited with creating Kaposia Days, the city’s annual summer festival, which debuted in 1976. A few years ago, Bussler shared his memories of those early days. Reflecting on the loss of the meatpacking plants, declining school populations and the demolition of downtown buildings, he wrote: “The laughter of farmers, truckers, stockyard and meatpacking workers fell silent…and eventually, a deafening silence hovered over South St. Paul. Its heart had been ripped out. Why would anyone come here? The silence was evident in meetings, especially school board and city council meetings. When elected leaders were forced to face the facts of trying to maintain what existed with fewer and fewer dollars, meetings often became think tanks, sometimes filled with moments of sad silence. Q only public gatherings The DAY U SAME ICE! A SERV L I T Why Great Y Garage Door?
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that some events could be added to the Independence Day holiday, with fireworks as the culmination of the celebration. The name Kaposia Days was chosen, and a parade and kiddie carnival were planned. Bussler said the first event also included a children’s parade, Evening in the Park, art show, craft fair, family races, outdoor stage show, and an unveiling of bicentennial art at City Hall. In recognition of the nation’s bicentennial, a 40page booklet was printed. It included “South St. Paul–– Now and Then,” a history with photos written by J. Robert Stassen. Funding for the booklet and some of the events was secured through a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. Along with the Jaycees fireworks, one event set the tone for the following year: a street dance that was held in the parking lot of Northwestern National Bank at Grand and Concord. The site was perfect, with the sunken parking lot full of dancers under evening lights. A band played from the drive-through lane above, and people sat onFthe
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n May 4, South St. Paul Secondary School honored more than 100 seniors in the Class of 2022 who distinguished themselves and honorably represented their school in athletics and other school sponsored activities separate from the academic curriculum. As a group, the honorees participated in every extra-curricular activity available to students. That includes 24 sports teams – equally divided between boys and girls – and 14 activities not directly associated with athletics: bowling, debate, drumline, jazz band, Key Club, Knowledge Bowl, math team, pep band, robotics, show choir, speech, student council, theater and trap. Each year, VFW Post 295 sponsors two major awards. The Honor Athlete Award is presented to two seniors – one female and one male – who have distinguished themselves in sports activities. The 2022 honorees are
Abby Rosebur and Alonzo Dodd. Abby Rosebur earned 13 varsity letters: four in soccer, four in basketball and five in track and field. As a senior on the soccer team, she was a team captain, MVP, and earned All-Conference accolades. “The first time I met Abby was in my sixth grade technology class and almost immediately I knew Abby was going have an impact on this school and leave behind a legacy,” said soccer and track and field coach Tom Hart. “Her energy and competitive spirit is contagious and rubs off on her teammates.” Rosebur joined the track and field varsity team as a seventh grader, earned her first of five letters as an eighth grader and was a team captain as a junior and senior. “She earned All-Conference honors as an eighth and ninth grader as a member of the 4x100 relay team,” said Hart. “Abby also provided positive and valuable leadership through the COVID pandemic.”
Rosebur was also a fouryear starter on the girls basketball team. She was a team captain as a junior and senior and finished her stellar career fourth all-time in assists, ninth in steals, 14th in scoring and 17th in rebounding. It has been a joy for coaches, students and even sportswriters to witness Alonzo Dodd’s rise to stardom as an athlete, and even more so as marvelous role model. For the record, he earned three varsity letters as a defensive back on the Packer football team. As a sophomore and junior he earned All-Conference Honorable Mention and as a senior made the AllConference team. On the basketball court, Dodd orchestrated one of the most transformational athletic stories in school history. Over four seasons, he earned four letters and took the basketball team from the depths of despair to three conference titles, two 28win seasons, and a #1 rating in the Class 3A poll. In his final three seasons, he was a team captain, team MVP, the Metro East Conference
MVP, and, as a senior, a Mr. Basketball finalist. He scored more than 1,500 points during his career with the Packers. Darren Edwards, in his first year as the head basketball coach, met “Zo” when he was in sixth grade. “He was tagging along with his brother and wanted to play, but we had no room,” he said. “Finally we had a few kids that quit and so I gave him a ball and I told him to show me what he’s got. And let’s just say that was the beginning of a great player-coach relationship! Alonzo is a coach’s dream and a humble and caring young man and I couldn’t be more proud of him. Your teammates, your classmates and your village love you and cherish you. Congratulations!” The Honor Participant Award is presented to two seniors – one female and one male – who have distinguished themselves in an uncommon manner in school activities outside of athletics. The 2022 honorees are Molly Schmidt and
Jacob Raasch. Molly Schmidt’s resume of school activities illustrates her firm desire to take advantage of every opportunity afforded her to augment her high school experience. One wonders if she found time to eat breakfast and get some sleep. Schmidt earned letters in these activities at the varsity level: pep band (2), show choir (4), Knowledge Bowl (4), soccer (1; manager), student council (4), theater (7 fall; 4 spring), theater One Act Play (6) and vocal (1). She also found time to compile a 4.188 GPA. “Molly leads by example and always brings a positive attitude to every meeting,” said Student Council Advisor Kim Bauer. “She is the first to volunteer and the very definition of a school leader.” Coach Conrad Anderson said, “For the last four years, Molly has been a staple on the Knowledge Bowl team. “She has a thirst for learning and embraces it. Our team is one of the best in the Metro area and Molly has been an
important part of that.” Theater Director Eric Holsen has cherished the sevenplus years that Schmidt has been a part of the school’s theatre program. “Molly was in her first show with us as a sixth grader,” he said. “She was belting out tunes but sadly she took the phrase ‘break a leg’ literally and had to sit our summer show. Molly has come a long way. She is a marvelous person and a beautiful soul, and she has a very bright future.” Jacob Raasch earned four letters as a member of the show choir and three letters as a member of the Knowledge Bowl team. In addition, he earned one letter as a member of the cross country team and another as a member of the track and field team. “Jacob has been a member of our Knowledge Bowl team since he was in ninth grade,” said Anderson. “After his first year he was uncertain whether to continue on the team. I put on some pressure and he has responded in a big way. He is confident,
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respectful, inclusive, funny, responsible and always present.” Raasch joined the cross country team last fall as a senior and according to head coach Jenna Ramirez he quickly became the leader among the younger runners and, not surprisingly, was named the Most Improved Runner at the end of the season. Raasch was also on the track team this spring and has made a positive contribution to that team as well. Coach Manuel Spreigl said he “embodies what we are looking for in an athlete, a teammate and a Packer.” Anderson was also Raasch’s IB history teacher and his IB Diploma program coordinator over the past two years and he applauds Jacob for pushing himself academically. Evidence of that are his 4.029 GPA and his decision to pursue an International Baccalaureate diploma in addition to his high school diploma. The Academic All-Conference Award is annually
presented to seniors who have earned a grade point average of 3.65 or better and have attained All-Conference status in at least one sport. This year’s honorees include Emma Cheney (tennis), Macie Ellis (vocal), Grace Gerten (diving), Mia Labrosse (soccer), Will Nihart (wrestling), Ella Rohrer (track and field), Abby Rosebur (soccer, basketball, track and field), Molly Schmidt (vocal) and Ruby Wilmes (vocal). The Tri-Athlete Award, which recognizes students who participated in three sports during their senior year, was presented to Aselya Gullickson (swimming, Nordic skiing, track and field), Evan Hansen (cross country, Nordic skiing, track
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Music & Movies St. Paul’s Parks and Recreation department will present free outdoor movies at several parks. Movies begin 15 minutes after sunset, and some have pre-show activities. Children ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Participants are encouraged to bring food and a blanket or lawn chair. “Jumanji: The Next Level,” July 21 at the Highland Pool House; “Up,” July 28 at the West Minnehaha Recreation Center; “Encanto,” July 29 at El Rio Vista Recreation Center; “Major League,” Aug. 4 in the parking lot at Rice and Arlington Fields; “Luca,” Aug. 10 at Sibley Manor; “1985 (Hmong audio with English subtitles),” Aug. 12 at Lake Phalen Beach House; “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” Aug. 19 at Como East Pavilion; “Sandlot,” Aug. 26 at Edgecumbe Recreation Center; “Peewee’s Big Adventure,” Sept. 9 at Lake Phalen Beach House; “Happy Gilmore,” Sept. 16 at Highland Golf Course; and “Napoleon Dynamite,” Sept. 23 at Harriet Island. For more information, visit www.stpaul.gov or call 651-
Bands on the Boulevard offers free, outdoor concerts every Tuesday in July at the Minnesota History Center, 345 W. Kellogg Blvd. 292-6508. Music at Mears Park begins at noon. The lineup includes: Trevor McSpadden, June 7; Single Cell, June 8; Todd and Tina, June 14; Women Who Groove, June 15; Chance Reiniesch, June 21; Joan, June 28; Juggslugger, June 29; “29:11:00,” July 6; Granger Moonshine, July 12; Legendary Percolators, July 19; to be determined, July 20; Steven’s Family Band, July 26; Sonic
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held 6:30-8 p.m. every Tuesday in July. The line-up is yet to be determined. Food and activities begin at 6 p.m. Visitors may bring a lawn chair and a picnic. For more information, visit www.mnhs.org or call 651-259-3000. The City of Mendota Heights is hosting the following free concerts in its parks: Teddy Bear Band, 6-6:45 p.m., June 1 at Mendakota Park; Skippin Stones, 6:30-8 p.m., June 15 at Market Square Park; DJ Party Unit, 6-6:45 p.m., June 29 at Mendakota Park; Up South, 6-7:30 p.m., July 13 at Market Square Park; 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. The City of West St. Paul is hosting outdoor movies this summer. Scheduled are: “Encanto,” June 17 at Harmon Park; “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” July 15 at Southview Park; and TBD (voter’s choice), Aug. 12 at the West St. Paul Regional Athletics Center. Movies begin at 8 p.m. For more information,
call 651-552-4100. Groovin’ in the Garden free concerts are held 6-8 p.m. every Wednesday, June 8-July 27 at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, 1225 Estabrook Dr. Innocent Reggae Band, June 8; Annie & the Bang Bang, June 15; Porky’s Groove Machine, June 22; and Flamin’ Oh’s, June 29. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Guests are invited to bring blankets and chairs. Free concerts also take place at the Como Lakeside Pavilion. Trevor McSpadden and Mary Cutrufello Band, 7-8:30 p.m., May 29; Minnesota State Band, 5-6 p.m., May 30; South Washington County Community Band, 8-9:30 p.m., May 31; Hell-Burnin’ Sinners, 7-9 p.m., June 1; Scary Numan, 2:30-4:30 p.m., June 4; Grupo Mio, 7-9 p.m., June 4; Shoreview Northern Lights Variety Band, 7-8:30 p.m., June 5; 2 Believe Performance Band, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., June 8; River City Jazz Orchestra, 7-8:30 p.m., June 9; Beer Choir, 7-8:30 p.m., June 10; Disco Kingz, 7-9 p.m., June 11; Matt Herzog & Friends, 7-9 p.m., June 12; Bach Roots Festival, 7-9
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North Band, 3-5 p.m., July 24; Boom Boom Boomer, 7-9 p.m., July 24; Brooklyn Big Band, 7-9 p.m., July 25; Opera on the Lake, 7-9:30 p.m., July 26-27 and 29; The Rich Lewis Band, 7-9 p.m., July 30; Hopkins Westwind Concert Band, 2-5:30 p.m., July 31; Beaslys Big Band, 7-8:30 p.m., July 31; Brooklyn Community Band, 7-8:30 p.m., Aug. 1; Twin Cities Trumpet Ensemble, 7-8:30 p.m., Aug. 2; Minnesota State Band, 7-8 p.m., Aug. 3, 7-9 p.m., Aug. 10 and 5-6 p.m., Aug. 17; Beer Choir, 7-8:30 p.m., Aug. 4; Chris Lawrence Band, 8-10 p.m., Aug. 5; Prior Lake Wind Jammers, 2-4:30 p.m., Aug. 7; Celebration Brass Quintet, 7-9 p.m., Aug. 8; Northstar Chorus, 7-8:30 p.m., Aug. 9; Harmonic Relief, 7-8 p.m., Aug. 11; Lowertown Guitar Festival, noon-6 p.m., Aug. 12; Last Waltz, 7-10 p.m., Aug. 13; Trevor McSpadden & Mary Cutrufello, 2-4 p.m., Aug. 14; Grupo Mio, 7-9 p.m., Aug. 14; Kenwood Symphony Orchestra, 7-9 p.m., Aug. 15; City of Lakes Chorus, 7-8:30 p.m., Aug. 16; Beer Choir, 7-8:30 p.m., Aug. 18; Chris Lawrence Christian
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Como Park Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, 1225 Estabrook Dr., features flora and fauna from around the world, including giraffes, gorillas, lions, tigers, the ever-popular polar bear and more than a dozen botanical gardens. Hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.-Thurs., and 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Fri.-Sun. Admission is a suggested donation of $3. Reservations are required. For more information, visit www.comozooconservatory. org or call 651-487-8201. Como Town amusement park is open 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Wed.-Sun. It features kiddie rides, family rides and thrill rides, such as the Soaring Eagle zip line which travels 420 feet across the park, peaking at 85 feet. Summer Flower Show takes place through Oct. 2. Summer sunsets inspire the
The historic Cafesjian’s Carousel at Como Park is now open. summer flower show. Tropical annuals and a glowing color palette of warm season annuals will fill the Sunken Garden. Cafesjian’s Carousel opened May 1. This historic carousel features 68 horses and two chariots that have been fully restored to the way they looked when new in 1914, and a fully restored
organ that plays waltzes, marches and popular tunes. Summer hours are 11 a.m.1:15 p.m., Mondays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Thurs.-Fri., and 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat.-Sun. Tickets are $3; infants under age one ride free. Enjoy free rides on May 31 and June 28. For more information, visit www.ourfaircarousel. org or call 651-489-4628.
Union Depot Train Days will take place 10 a.m.-4 p.m., June 4-5 at Union Depot, 214 4th St. E. The free event will include train tours, model trains, family-friendly activities and more. For more information, visit www.uniondepot.org/ Summer events / Page 10
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S ummer Event Guide traindays or call 651-2022700. Drive-in movies will be held in Lot D, located near Kellogg boulevard, select Fridays through August. Shows include: “Jurassic World,” 9:15 p.m., May 20; “Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace,” 9:30 p.m., June 17; “Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark,” 9:30 p.m., July 8; and “Encanto,” 9 p.m., Aug. 5. Each 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.
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ics, 6 p.m., June 3, and 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., June 4; “Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical,” by Artistry Theater and Visual Arts, 1 p.m., June 4; and “Be Your Own Superhero,” by SHAPESHIFT, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., June 4. School Days are held May 31-June 3 and Family Days run June 3-4; Family Day hours are 5-8 p.m., Friday, and 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday. For tickets or more information, visit www.ordway.org/festival or call 651224-4222. WaterFest, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., June 4 at Lake Phalen Park, 1600 Phalen Dr. This free, family festival offers an opportunity to learn about the importance of water management, wildlife habitat, and the unique ecological features of the region’s watershed. Experience activities on and around the water with Voyageur canoe and sailboat rides, paddleboats, canoes and kayaks for checkout, fishing lessons, a fishing contest with prizes, water games, climbing walls, a jump castle, arts and crafts, face painting and lawn games, a water bar featuring water flights, the Passport Odyssey with prizes, performers, food trucks and more. For more infor-
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Take a Kid Fishing Take a Kid Fishing weekend is June 10-12. Ages 16 and older may fish for free without a license if accompanied by a youth or child age 15 or younger. Great shore fishing opportunities abound on the Mississippi River, Lake Phalen in St. Paul, Pickerel Lake in Lilydale, and Thompson and Marthaler lakes in West St. Paul. For more information visit, www.dnr.state.mn.us/ takeakidfishing or call 651296-6157.
Historical tours The Minnesota Historical Society has reopened local historic sites and museums, including the Sibley Historic Site, the James J. Hill House and Fort Snelling. For more information, visit mnhs.org. The Sibley Historic Site is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays, May 28-Sept. 5 at 1357 Sibley Memorial Hwy, Mendota. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors ages 65 and older, $6 for children 5-17, free for children 4 and under. Memorial Day and Labor Day hours are 1-5 p.m. Historic Fort Snelling is
open 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wed.Sun., May 31-Sept. 5, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturdays, Sept. 6-Oct. 31. Memorial Day weekend hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults; $10 for seniors ages 65 and up; $8 for children ages 5-17. Children 4 and under are free. The James J. Hill House at 240 Summit Ave. in St. Paul offers 60-minute guided tours 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Thurs.-Sun. Tickets are $12 for adults; $10 for seniors ages 65 and up; $8 for children ages 5-17. Children 4 and under are free.
Walking tours The Landmark Center is offering free guided walking tours, Wednesdays at 10 a.m., June through August. All tours are free, but 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. For more information, visit www.landmarkcenter.org or call 651-292-3276.
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“Runestone! A Rock Musical” is presented at 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sundays through May 29. Swedish immigrant Olaf Ohlman digs up a rock in 1898 that has “a story on carved runes,” which tells that the Vikings were the first Europeans to set foot in Minnesota. He is praised for his discovery but controversy soon erupts and his life is turned upside down. Tickets start at $45, with discounts for seniors, those under age 30, and students. An online streaming option is available. Streaming tickets are $25 for an individual and $40 for a household.
“Righting a Wrong: Japanese Americans and World War II” is a new exhibit on display through July 3. It looks at immigration, prejudice, civil rights, heroism and what it means to be an American. “Art Speaks” is on display through July. It presents more than 150 paintings, sculptures and photos collected over the past 15 years and invites Minnesotans to explore the intersection of art and the history of the state. “Our Home: Native Minnesota” shows how Minnesota’s native communities have retained cultural practices, teachings and values.
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“Votes for Women” is an online resource available on the History Center website. Learn about extraordinary women, the ratification of the 19th Amendment and more. Other exhibits include “Minnesota’s Greatest Generation,” “Then Now Wow” and “Weather Permitting.” The Center is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m., ThursdaySunday. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and college students and $8 for children ages five to 17.
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The Flint Hills Family Festival is held June 3-4 at the Ordway Center. summer exploring what’s beyond the five senses. All events are free. “CARE: Greenhouse Gallery,” 1-3 p.m., June 12. Visitors can decorate a planter and plant a seed. “CARE: Building Rhythms,” 5-7 p.m., June 30. Attendees will use simple wood frames and clear packing tape to make a drum that they can take home, and
learn simple rhythms. “CARE: Falls at Landmark,” 7-9 p.m., July 21. An indoor installation of a waterfall created with fabric will cascade down from the top of the cortile to the ground floor. Participants can create shadow puppets on the waterfall and add to a collaborative sculpture. “CARE: Light Up Landmark,” 7-9 p.m., Aug. 18.
Visitors can create shadow puppets and see them projected on the side of the three-story building.
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A rts & Entertainment exhibit, includes a sunken pilot house and 20-footlong decaying ship hull based on a real sunken ship, a diver training area and an interpretation of the natural landscape of Lake Superior’s north shore. Other exhibits and activities include The Scramble, The Studio, Creativity Jam, Sprouts, Backyard, Our World, Forces at Play, Super Awesome Adventures, Imaginopolis and the Tip Top Terrace. The museum is open 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Wed.-Sun. Tickets are $14.95. Admission is free the first Sunday of each month, due to a sponsorship of Securian Financial; reservations are required. The next free date is June 5.
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“Mestizaje: Intermix-Remix” is on display through June 12. It is on view only from outside the Pioneer Endicott building, installed in the windows on Robert and 4th streets, and in the Ecolab
entrance in the skyway. Determining one’s identity has been a constant and evolving concern for immigrants and descendants of Latin American countries living in the United States. Eight Latinx artists seek to engage people and community in conversation about the complexity of defining mixed identities through newly created artworks. “Northern Spark: Posters and Patches Pop-Up” is 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Saturday, June 11. Stop by the M’s lobby and sculpture court during the Twin Cities Northern Spark late-night arts festival and screen-print your own patch designed by Grupo Soap del Corazon artists. Pick up a free poster and join a bilingual guided tour of Mestizaje with local curator and educator William (Billy) G. Franklin. Guided tours begin at 9:30 and 10:30 p.m. Registration is required. “Honors Visual Art Exhibition,” displays large vinyl reproductions of the work of St. Paul Public School students. The exhibition can be seen in the M’s 4th Street exterior windows June 25-July 24.
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The Flint Hills Family Festival is June 3-4. The following shows are under $10: “Birdhouse Factory,” by Cirque Mechanics, 6 p.m., June 3, and 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., June 4; “Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical,” by Artistry Theater and Visual Arts, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., June 4; and “Be Your Own Superhero,” by SHAPESHIFT, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., June 4. Black Violin, 7:30 p.m., Friday, June 17. Tickets start at $45. Sound Mind, 7:30 p.m., June 18 and 3 p.m., June 19. Tickets start at $22. Cantus Anniversary Concert, 3 p.m., Sunday, June 26.
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“Airness” is presented through June 5. Five oddball rock fanatics travel to dingy bars and cramped stages across the nation vying for a place at the National Air Guitar Championship. Tickets start at $16.
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A digital concert series is underway through June. Each concert is available for replay for one week. A concert of Marina Piccinini, flute, with Clarice and Sergio Assad will be uploaded at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, June 2. Tickets are $10.
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features exhibits, movies, and experiences showing the beauty and extremes of space, as well as the science that brings people there. A free ice cream social will take place June 25. “Journey to Space” is on display through Sept. 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. “A Beautiful Planet” Omnitheater film is presented June 27-Sept. 8. See the beauty of earth and the evidence of climate change through the eyes of astronauts aboard the International Space Station. Current Omnitheater films are “Dinosaurs of Antarctica,” and “Under the Sea.” Theater tickets are $9.95, with discounts for children and seniors. Museum tickets are $19.95, with discounts for children and seniors. “Real STEM Stories” is a temporary exhibit in-person and online. Learn about professionals working in the STEM field.
“Science Superheroes” is a temporary exhibit on display until September. Learn about the science museum’s scientists, see the projects they’re working on and get a sneak peek at items from the museum’s collection.
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Storytimes for ages 2-6 are held 10-10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 7, 14 and 28. These events include stories and activities that help develop early literacy skills. Siblings welcome. Book Club, 7-8 p.m., Thursday, June 9. The title discussed is “The Submission” by Amy Waldman.
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Full-service veterinary medical facility 2000 Robert St. S. West St. Paul
Southview Sanctuary Center for Rescue Veterinary Care 32 W. Mendota Road Inver Grove Heights
Call 651-455-2258 or visit southviewanimalhospital.com
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