The oldest farm in 55109 is the Bruentrup Heritage Farm in Maplewood. Do you know what year it was founded?

Park Spotlight:  Prairie Farm

🌾 Did you know there’s a spot in Maplewood where you can walk through wild prairie grass, see an old red barn straight out of the 1900s, and still be just two blocks from Maplewood Mall?

Yep — that’s Prairie Farm Preserve.

🛏️♻️ Free Mattress Collection This October in Maplewood! ♻️🛏️

Got an old mattress or box spring taking up space?  Don't be this guy and dump it on White Bear Ave...

Instead -> Maplewood residents can get them picked up for free this October!  (Sorry N. St Paul, Maplewood Only)

👉 Check out the Maplewood page to learn more and schedule pick-up.

Thursday (Today)

🍺 Brews for Babies — Oktoberfest in Maplewood!

What: Oktoberfest with beer tastings, brats, pretzels, mini doughnuts, costume contest, live music, games & raffles 🎉
When: TONIGHT, Thursday, October 2 | 6:00–9:00 PM
Where: Presentation School, Maplewood
Why: All proceeds benefit Options for Women East’s Prenatal Care Program — helping moms & families with free prenatal and post-partum services 💕

💵 $30 per person & $50 per Couple

👉 More Info & Tickets

Saturday

Booya is Back!

What: Legendary Booya Stew — rich, hearty, and full of local flavor 🍲🔥
When: Sunday, October 5, 2025 | Walk-up sales start 11:00 AM
Where: Casey Lake Park, 2101 17th Ave E, North St. Paul
Why Go: Support our local heroes — all proceeds benefit the North St. Paul Firefighters’ Relief Association 💛

💵 1 Bowl – $6 | Missed Pre-Sales? Walk-up available - first come, first served!  Other Quantities may also be available for purchase

Bring your appetite and family for a fall tradition you won’t want to miss!

Maplewood Maker's Market

What: Maplewood Maker’s Market – outdoor craft & vendor market with local handmade goods, food & drinks, and pet-friendly fall fun 🎨🍺🐶
When: Saturday, October 4 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Where: The Dog House Bar & Grill, Maplewood
Why: Shop local, support area artisans, and enjoy a crisp autumn day with community vibes 🍂

Admission is FREE — bring the family (and the pup)!

👉 Learn More on Facebook

🐍🎨 Spotted Snake Fun at Lakeshore Learning!

What: Free, hands-on family fun! Kids can craft & paint their own animal finger puppets, explore top-rated animal toys in the Play & Discover area, and enjoy creative activities.

Bonus:  Parents—check in for a chance to win a $100 Lakeshore E-Gift Card. Spend $25+ and get a free Do-A-Dot Art! activity book (while supplies last).

When: Saturday, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM 

Where: Lakeshore Learning – Maplewood (in the strip mall across from the mall, by where Joanne was)

Why Go: It’s free, fun, and no reservations are needed. Just show up, get crafty, and maybe score some prizes. 🐾

👉 Learn more here: Lakeshore Learning Events

🎃 Pumpkin Palooza at Maplewood Mall!

What: Free pumpkin painting fun for all ages — pick a pumpkin, grab some paint, and let your creativity shine. ✨

When: Saturday, October 4 | 1:00 – 4:00 PM

Where: Maplewood Mall

Why Go: It’s free, festive, family-friendly fun that screams fall. 🍂 Perfect way to kick off spooky season

Sunday

Holiday Candlemaking

What: Candle-Making Class — create your own holiday candles 🕯️✨
When: Sunday, 5:00–7:00 PM | Cozy fall drinks and treats included
Where: Maplewood Area Historical Society, 2170 County Road D E, Maplewood
Why Go: Make something beautiful and support the Maplewood Area Historical Society ❤️

💵 Tickets: $25 (all supplies included)

Craft, sip, and give back — the perfect festive night out!

Click here to see the Facebook Page and get Tickets.

Let’s Get Gourdy! 🎃 Maplewood Mall Pumpkin Patch

What: Pumpkin & Gourd Wonderland 🎃🌽 — shop pumpkins, gourds, and festive fall décor, plus snap pics with giant inflatable characters!
When: Daily through October (check their hours)
Where: Maplewood Mall parking lot by the food court
Why: Get all your fall favorites in one spot and soak up those autumn vibes 🍁

Pick your perfect pumpkin and make fall extra fun this year!

Boo-tiful Houses Needed 👻

Is your place decorated for Halloween?

Or maybe your neighbor’s?

We are looking for fun houses to showoff on our newsletter!

Share it with us (spooky or silly, all welcome!)
👉 Submit this online form: holiday.the109.online

Keep an eye here for our growing list of Trunk N' Treats

Quick List:

10/11 - Warman Muay Thai (NSP near Target) 11am-3pm

10/25 - First Free Church (Maplewood) 10:30am-12:30pm

10/25 - Maplewood City Hall 1pm-4pm

10/25 - Christ Lutheran School (NSP) 4pm-6pm

Get more info about each event on our Trunk N Treat Page

The Bruentrup family first broke ground in 1891—back when North St. Paul was barely a town and Maplewood wasn’t even a city yet! The farm originally stretched across 175 acres of prairie and oak savanna and stayed in the Bruentrup family for more than 100 years. Today, you can still walk the land, tour the historic barn, and catch community events that keep the old farm spirit alive.

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Let’s keep 55109 connected. 🏡✨

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