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Check out this weekend events in 55109.
Check out this weekend events in 55109.
Action-packed weekend with, World Series excitement, fall festivals, pumpkin painting, craft sales, and more! 🍁🎃🎉
Daniel Jay
Oct 23, 2025
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Trivia Question❓To Celebrate Louis going the World Series (see below), Let's do some St. Paul Saints Trivia. What year did the St. Paul Saints become a team? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
Park Spotlight: Harvest with Park, Fields and Playground |
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Big fun just got bigger at Harvest Park! 🌾
This 25-acre community favorite has something for everyone — Starting with a walking/biking trail all the way around the park, to basketball and tennis courts to open soccer fields and youth ball games. The brand-new playground is the star of the show, offering a fresh and fun space for kids to climb, swing, and explore.
Whether you’re chasing goals, catching up with neighbors, or just soaking up the sunshine, Harvest Park is the perfect spot to play, relax, and enjoy the season. |
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From Polar to Pro: North High’s Louis Varland Heads to the World Series! ⚾ |
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Big league dreams are coming true for one of our own! North High graduate Louis Varland — who once took the mound right here in 55109 — is heading to the World Series as a pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays!
Louis’ journey is a true hometown success story. After graduating from North High in North St. Paul, he climbed the ranks through college ball and the St. Paul Saints, where he continued to impress before being called up to the big leagues with the Minnesota Twins.
Now, he’s taking that same hometown grit, passion, and perseverance all the way to baseball’s biggest stage.
The entire 55109 community is cheering him on — proof that big dreams really can start in small towns.
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Thursday |
Vikings Watch Party at the Moose Lodge 🏈 |
It’s game night! Join fellow fans at the Moose Lodge this Thursday for a Vikings Watch Party packed with community spirit, football fun, and plenty of good eats.
Whether you bleed purple or just love a good potluck, you’re welcome here!
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Friday |
Community Fall Festival & Senior Resource Expo |
Fall fun and helpful resources for seniors and their families at Gladstone Community Education Center in Maplewood.
📅 Friday, October 17 | 2:00–4:00 PM
Enjoy delicious food, live music, door prizes, and a festive fall atmosphere while connecting with local vendors offering valuable resources, services, and products for older adults.
You’ll also get a chance to learn more about the Gladstone Senior Center and the 622 Education Foundation — all while celebrating community and the season! 🍂
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Saturday |
Craft, Arts, and Bake Sale |
Who: Hosted by Our Redeemer Lutheran Church What: A Craft, Art & Bake Sale featuring handmade goods, local art, and plenty of delicious baked treats. When: Saturday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Where: Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1390 Larpenteur Ave E. Why: To celebrate local talent, enjoy tasty goodies, and find unique treasures made right here in the community! |
MN Endo Warriors Pumpkin Painting |
Get into the spooky spirit with the MN Endo Warriors Pumpkin Painting event — a fun afternoon filled with creativity, color, and community!
Who: Hosted by MN Endo Warriors, a local group dedicated to raising awareness and support for those affected by endometriosis. What: A free mini pumpkin painting event where you can show off your artistic side and connect with others. When: Saturday, October 25th | 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM Where: Maplewood Library Why: To celebrate the season, spread awareness, and have some festive fun!
🎟️ Free tickets available through Eventbrite starting September 25th at 8:00 AM. Spots are limited — grab yours early!
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Go Full Geek Mode as MapleCon Returns to Maplewood Mall |
Grab your cape, dust off your lightsaber, and get ready — MapleCon is back at Maplewood Mall, bringing a full day of fandom, fun, and unforgettable moments!
Who: Hosted by the Real Peter Griffin (yes, really!) and Maplewood Mall What: The annual MapleCon convention — a celebration of comics, cosplay, collectibles, and creativity. Featuring local vendors, artists, and a $1,000 costume contest! When: Friday, October 25th • 12 PM – 7 PM Where: Maplewood Mall Why: Because you don’t have to fly across the country to experience the excitement of a full-on comic and pop culture convention — Maplewood’s got it right here at home!
💥 Vendor spots are still available — so if you’ve got art, merch, or fandom flair, this is your moment to shine! |
Sunday |
Knights of Columbus Booya Bonanza! |
Join the Knights of Columbus Council 4967 for their legendary Chicken & Beef Booya, slow-simmered to perfection with 10 hearty vegetables and secret seasonings that have made this fall favorite famous across the community.
📅 Sunday, October 26th
Take-out is available at the east entrance and garage on 17th Avenue, and containers are provided — just bring your appetite and your community spirit. |
Tuesday |
Introduction to Hand Tools Workshop |
Step away from the power cords and rediscover the quiet satisfaction of traditional craftsmanship!
Who: Hosted by local woodworking experts at Rockler Woodworking & Hardware What: Introduction to Hand Tools — a hands-on class exploring the beauty and precision of manual tools. Learn how to use marking and measuring tools, chisels, hand planes, and saws — plus master sharpening and using a cabinet scraper for those tricky burls and figured woods. When: Tuesday, October 28th • 1:00 PM Where: Rockler Woodworking, off Beam Avenue Why: Because sometimes, the best tools don’t plug in. 💵 $75 per person.
Get ready to leave with new skills, confidence, and an appreciation for the timeless art of hand tool woodworking.
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Is Bleechers Bar & Grill is Back & Better Than Ever? |
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Word is that Bleechers kitchen is back in action — and locals couldn’t be happier! This White Bear Ave spot is serving up a fusion of Asian and American comfort food that’s anything but ordinary.
From Korean Short Ribs Rice Platters to steaming bowls of Pho and Bun Rieu, the new menu is packed with bold flavors worth coming back for again and again.
Pair your meal with one of their wide variety of beers or delicious cocktails, and kick back on the spacious patio while catching a game on one of 10 TVs. With pull tabs, bingo, darts, karaoke, live music, and a fun, laid-back crowd — Bleechers is your go-to spot for great food, cold drinks, and good vibes.
A local dive with something for everyone — come for the food, stay for the fun (and karaoke!).
Picture from the Facebook Page - Check it out here |
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Update about Boo-tiful Houses 👻 |
Unfortunately (even though we see these great houses around town!) we had low to zero submissions of Halloween Houses. But that is okay, we know the Halloween Spirit is out there! So we will go for it again next year, when we have a little bit bigger of an audience! We appreciate everyone! |
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Keep an eye here for our growing list of Trunk N' Treats
Quick List: 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 10/25 - Presentation Church (Maplewood) 5pm-7:30pm 10/26 - St. Marks Church (NSP) 4pm-6pm 10/26 - North Haven Church (NSP) 4pm-6pm 10/28 - Ecumen Senior Home (Maplewood) 5pm-6:30pm 10/29 - Beaver Lake Lutheran Church (Maplewood) 5pm-7pm
Get more info about each event on our Trunk N Treat Page |
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Hey, neighbor — take a deep breath and smile for a second.
You’re part of something special here. Every hello at the coffee shop, every wave to a passing car, every time you show up for a local event — it all adds up to what makes our community feel like home.
You might not realize it, but you make a difference just by being you. The stories we share, the kindness we spread, and the care we show for one another are what keep 55109 shining bright.
So go ahead — hold the door, share a laugh, check in on a friend, or just enjoy the simple moments today. Because around here, you matter more than you know. 🌻 |
💡 Answer to Trivia Question: The modern St. Paul Saints were founded in 1993, the same year they introduced their famous pig mascot tradition 🐷⚾ However — fun fact — the original St. Paul Saints actually date back much further, all the way to 1894, when they played in the old Western League (which later became the American League). So, you could say the Saints have roots in the 1800s but reborn in 1993 as the team we know today. |
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