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The cast of The Little Mermaid takes a curtain call following their opening night performance in the Como Auditorium on April 26. (Photo by Como Park yearbook photographer Kong Yang)

‘The Little Mermaid’ on stage The Como Park Theater Department performed the adapted musical version of Disney’s The Little Mermaid during the weekend of April 26-27. Saturday … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 5/10/25

‘You Betcha’ showcases 100 years of DFL party

Did you know that Minnesota is home to the most successful third-party movement in U.S. history? 2024 marked the 100th anniversary of the Farmer-Labor Party and the movement of solidarity that … more

5/10/25

Spring into reading: 5 new children’s books for learning and family fun

Spring is the perfect time to read together as a family. Books are filled with the resources and information needed to support each child’s development. They cultivate language skills, … more

By Dr. Artika Tyner, dr.artikatyner@gmail.com | 4/11/25

"Bitterroot" stars Hmong American actor Wa Yang in the titular role of Lue. Previous credits include St. Paul’s Theater Mu and Pom Siab Hmoob Theatre.

‘Bitterroot’ features Hmong-American family

“Bitterroot,” a film reflecting on Hmong-American culture, explores the struggles of a man challenged by the trauma of divorce and also the need to care for his aging mother. The film is … more

By Jan Willms | 4/11/25

A 'Peace of my Mind' lands in St. Paul

Photographer and storyteller John Noltner has settled into his new work space at 550 Vandalia Street, suite #170, in Hamline-Midway’s Creative Enterprise Zone. He shares the multi-use … more

By Margie O’Loughlin | 3/12/25

Storytelling as a form of literacy: A guide for caregivers of young children

Stories have always been a powerful way to preserve history, teach morals, and convey social norms. They allow us to connect with others, creating bonds through shared experiences and emotions. … more

By Dr. Artika Tyner, dr.artikatyner@gmail.com | 3/6/25

Sixty-two sections make up the 32.5-foot-tall loon sculpture with a 90-foot wingspan that was recently installed on the southeast corner of Snelling and University. “The Calling” was made by artist Andy Scott, fabricated by Dyson-Womack, and transported in pieces from Los Angeles to St. Paul.

Loon lands at Allianz Field

“This is the area that I grew up. This is the area that drives Midway and Snelling-University. It’s good to have something that represents and a part of the community,” remarked … more

By Matthew Johnson | 11/13/24

Cara White, Jason Kruger, Rachael Dosen and Geoffrey Brown of Fearless Comedy perform in “Monsters of the Mississippi” on Friday, Sept. 27 at Crosby Farm, one of two sets of actors alternating in the evening shows.

Fearless Comedy centers show on Mississippi River

This year’s Murder on the Mississippi shows by Fearless Comedy Productions connect the audience to the river in a new way. “Our show takes them right up next to the river and through the … more

By Tesha M. Christensen | 10/10/24

Djenna Saint-Juste was part of the 10th annual Little Africa Festival at Hamline Park on Aug. 4, 2024. Saint-Juste is a Haitian teacher who decided to write her own novels after being inspired by her grandmother and schooling. Books are written in Creole, English, French, and Spanish, and they help children grasp what the book is about if they do not speak the language. The African Economic Development Solutions hosts the annual festival to bring together diverse African immigrant communities. The event celebrates African Minnesotan culture, heritage and community and features live music performances, art shows, and vendors. (Photo by Terbuto Ochothow)

2004 Little Africa Festival

Music, vendors, a parade and more were part of this year’s Little Africa Festival at Hamline Park on Aug. 4. The African Economic Development Solutions hosts the annual festival to bring … more

8/8/24

The mission of the organization is to create a vibrant neighborhood where the arts welcome, heal, transform and build power for the pople of Frogtown and Rondo.

Victoria Theater reopens as 825 Arts

Since it first opened nearly 110 years ago, a space on University Avenue has captured the spirit and history of Saint Paul. The building at 825 University Avenue was first opened as Victoria Theater, … more

By Joseph Palumbo | 8/7/24

Local artist Bri Harrington holds “Forest Child,” an exploration of the relationship with “the parts of ourselves that are unknown even to us.” (Photo by Lucia Bodling)

How the art from one reaches the hearts of many

Bri Harrington always wanted to paint, but never thought it was practical, so she put it off until she couldn’t any longer. “I feel like it just bubbled out of me, and I just had to … more

By Lucia Bodling | 8/7/24

Polish poster art exhibit at Vandalia tower

Minnesota residents Brian and Teresa McMahon assembled a collection of Polish art in the 1980s while living in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, N.Y. They also got to know and work with others who had emigrated … more

6/12/24

Reilly Tillman (at right) started filming over 18 years ago for his recently released film on Laurel Massé (at left). The documentary will be shown during this year's Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival April 11-25. (Photos submitted)

Musician focus of local filmmaker’s MSPIFF film fest entry

A film that has been long in the making will premiere during the Minneapolis Saint Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF) running April 11-25 at the Main Cinema, 115 SE Main in Minneapolis. … more

By Jan Willms | 4/10/24

Film festival April 11-25

The 43rd annual Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF) at the Main Cinema, 115 SE Main in Minneapolis will include 140 feature films from more than 100 countries and cultures, … more

By Jan Willms | 4/10/24

Minnesota comedian and activist Lizz Winstead is the subject of the documentary "No One Asked You."

‘No One Asked You’ mixes abortion and comedy

Award-winning documentary filmmaker Ruth Leitman calls her latest film “The Lovely Beast.” “It was a beast and a bear to make,” she reflected. Her film, “No … more

By Jan Willms | 4/10/24

Midway resident DJ Traudt said,“We have talked about stopping, but then we never do. We just enjoy it too much. These guys are like my brothers.”

After 50 years, they’re like brothers

“The longevity of a band is really contingent on loving the people that you’re making music with and being able to get along in the long run. It’s just like being married, except … more

By Jan Willms | 3/13/24

Meet potter of Front Avenue Pottery & Tile

Drawing inspiration from Como Park wild life and her Wadena childhood lake country, Mary Jo Schmith creates unique, stoneware dinner, serving ware and commissioned tile installations at Front Avenue … more

By Sonjie Johnson | 3/13/24

Winter carnival buttons designed by local artist

Kao Lee (at right with Lisa Sanderson) is a Frogtown native and the first member of the Hmong community to design the Winter Carnival buttons. “The Winter Carnival is a fond memory from my … more

1/10/24 | 1 comment

Loon sculpture to land soon

A massive loon taking flight – the emblem of the Minnesota United soccer team – will soon land at the corner of University and Snelling avenues in St. Paul. The loon statue, a … more

By Jane McClure | 1/10/24 | 1 comment

Artists respond: people, place, prosperity

Springboard for the Arts is proud to welcome the 2024 cohort to Artists Respond: People, Place, Prosperity. The selected artists will create public projects that demonstrate the root causes that lead … more

1/10/24

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