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Como Halloween Decoration Contest Sign-Up Ends Sunday! | |
Help us make Como SCREAM for Halloween! The District 10 Como Community Council is challenging our community to get decorating and find out who will reign supreme this year in the Halloween Decoration Competition.
- Sign your house or apartment up by Oct. 17
- A map of participating houses will be available by Oct. 22
- Voting will be open for best apartment and best house Oct. 22 through the 28
- The winner will be announced Oct. 29 in the newsletter
- The winning house and apartment will receive a trophy, a lawn sign, a tasty treat, and bragging rights
- The top three houses and apartments will receive a lawn sign, a tasty treat, and bragging rights
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Collecting for Afghan Refugees making their way to Minnesota
4-6pm Friday, October 15 at the Streetcar Station Parking Lot (1224 Lexington Ave)

Warm coats, boots, comforters and blankets in new or excellent and clean condition only. We cannot take anything that is worn, has any rips, stains, pet fur, odors, or is in need of any repair. New warm socks are also appreciated.
If you have questions please email Jennifervl@donategoodstuff.org
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State Fair Neighbors Survey about Fair Concerns and Solutions
A group of neighbors close to the Fair are conducting a survey about neighborhood safety issues that occurred during the Fair in both 2019 and 2021. This survey will be part of a data set to be presented to various District and City groups and representatives in the hopes of creating positive change cooperatively. Please take a few moments to contribute your thoughts. You may remain anonymous.
D10 will be facilitating a Zoom meeting for the neighbor group on October 26 at 7pm. Zoom link can be found on the D10 Calendar.
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Fall Flower Show Now Open at Como Conservatory
The Fall Flower Show at the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory is open October 9 - November 28 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Reservations and facemasks are required. There will be a mid-show change November 1 – November 5 in which the Sunken Garden will be closed, but all other rooms of the Conservatory will remain open to the public.
The tradition of the annual Fall Flower Show began in 1915 when the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory first opened. Today, the Conservatory hosts five season annual flower shows.
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D10 Board Meeting
Tuesday, October 19 | 7pm via Zoom
The D10 Board typically meets on the Third Tuesday of every month. Meetings are open to the public and have space for community members to bring topics for discussion.
This month the board will be considering the bylaw changes posted below and a number of action items from committees for upcoming events and programming.
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Notice of Proposed D10 Bylaw Changes
The District 10 Como Community Council Board is proposing changes to the organization Bylaws. We are posting a notice of the proposed changes here as well as on our website.
The board will consider any feedback and vote on adopting the changes at the October 19 Board Meeting. You can view the proposed changes and a summary using the link below. The current bylaws without edits can also be viewed on our website.
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Rent Stabilization Informational Panel
Wednesday, October 20, 6:30pm via Zoom & Facebook Live
On November 2, St. Paul will vote on whether to adopt a proposed ordinance limiting rent increases. This panel discussion will provide an opportunity to hear from advocates, researchers, renters and landlords.
This event is hosted by the Macalester–Groveland Community Council in partnership with Hamline Midway Coalition, Highland District Council, Summit Hill Association, and Union Park District Council.
For more information including a link to attend, visit MacGroveland's website: https://macgrove.org/rent-stabilization/
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Yard waste sites ready to rake in fall leaves and pumpkins
After all the raking, leaf blowing and fall decorating, bring these common fall yard waste items to Ramsey County’s yard waste collection sites for free:
- Put pumpkins, corn stalks and hay bales in the leaf pile. No string, ribbon, candles, paint or other decorations.
- Bring leaves to the yard waste sites. Remember to take bags, even biodegradable bags, back with you after you dump your leaves in the pile.
- While you’re there, drop off your food scraps and get free expert advice from a Master Gardener.
Don’t forget to plan ahead! Check the hours and locations and consider these tips for avoiding long waits at the yard waste sites.
While we're on the subject, a friendly reminder that the Beulah Ln Food Scraps Recycling site does NOT accept leaves, yard waste, or pumpkins.
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Westbound I-94 weekend closure in St. Paul begins Friday evening, Oct. 15
Motorists traveling on westbound Interstate 94 will encounter a full closure in St. Paul starting Friday, Oct. 15 (weather permitting).
Beginning at 10 p.m., Friday, Oct. 15 westbound I-94 will close between Wabasha Street and Marion Street for pavement repairs. All westbound I-94 lanes are expected to reopen by 5 a.m., Monday, Oct. 18.
Motorists will be directed to follow the posted detour of I-35E, Highway 36 and Highway 280. All traffic impacts are tentative and weather dependent.
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Emergency rental assistance available for Saint Paul residents
Do you need rent or utility help? Assistance is available for Saint Paul residents. Eligible renters can qualify for rent and utility assistance for up to 15 months (this includes assistance with a future month’s rent!). The State of Minnesota’s eviction moratorium is lifting and evictions for the non-payment of rent can start on Oct. 12, unless renters have a pending application submitted for assistance. If you are in need of assistance, apply online or connect with a field navigator who can help you apply today.
Are you a landlord and want to help? Saint Paul also participates in the Zero Balance Project, where landlords who want to start the application process on behalf of their renters can apply
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In-Person Homework Help is Back at the Library
Saint Paul Public Library’s in-person Homework Centers return and open for drop-in assistance last week at five library locations across Saint Paul. Homework Centers are free to use and offer students of all ages support, technology, and resources to study independently or with the help of volunteer tutors. Along with in-person homework assistance, Saint Paul Public Library also offers one-to-one homework help online every day from 1-11 p.m. in English and Spanish for students of all ages. Online homework help, available on the Library’s website through HelpNow, can be accessed from anywhere using a library card. More information at www.sppl.org/homework.
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Age-Friendly Minnesota Statewide Needs Assessment
East Side Neighborhood Services is looking for community input for the Age-friendly Minnesota Statewide Needs Assessment.
The assessment is designed to gather information about what older Minnesotans--present and future--want and need in their communities to be healthy, engaged, and safe in later life.
The inclusion of insight, needs and solutions from YOU is ESSENTIAL to ensuring your needs are addressed in future state plans.
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Peacebuilding Fall Programs
Our community is invited to join Minnesota Peacebuilding at their virtual pay-what-you-can (as low as free!) Introduction to Self-Care for Resilience training on Wednesday, October 20th @ 3:00 - 5:00 pm.
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What's going on at the Fairgrounds? | |
Twin Cities Book Festival | |
DESCRIPTION
Rain Taxi’s Twin Cities Book Festival is the annual gathering for readers, writers, publishers, and purveyors of all things literary. The TCBF features dozens of presenting authors, children’s programs, and a wide variety of exhibitors.
LOCATION
Progress Center
HOURS - OCT 16
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
ADMISSION
Free
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DESCRIPTION
The Minnesota Beef Expo is one of the premier beef industry events in the Midwest welcoming nearly 5,000 participants and visitors each year. Whether you’re looking to consign livestock in our supreme row sale, participate in the junior show & activities
LOCATION
Warner Coliseum & Livestock Complex
OCTOBER 21-24
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Weekly Crime Incident Report
The city's Crime Incident Data Report Dataset that we generate our weekly reports from is undergoing system maintenance and hasn't been updated since 8/11/21. We will resume our reporting without any gaps once the data is updated. Thank you for your patience.
In the meantime, there are Western District Community Meetings next Tuesday, Oct. 19 at 9:30am & 6:30pm at the WD Police Station, 389 N. Hamline Ave (by Target). These meetings occur the 3rd Tuesday each month.
Find past reports on the D10 Website
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Free COVID Testing Options
Here are some options if you or your family needs to be tested:
Free COVID Vaccine Options
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