SPPC News
Taylor Park Celebrates a Rebuilt Playground
Over the course of three inspiring days, something amazing happened at Taylor Park — our community rolled up its sleeves and built a brand-new playground for kids and families to enjoy for years to come! 🙌💚 Thanks to the incredible...
Kennedy Park Gets a Glow Up in West Saint Paul
After months of planning, design, and hard work, Kennedy Park is ready to shine again! Join us on Saturday, November 1 at 1 p.m. for a joyful grand-opening celebration of this beloved West St. Paul neighborhood park at 774 Dodd Road....
Volunteer Spotlight: A Heartfelt Thank You In Song
"We feel your special spark in our parks." One of the most loved elements of the Party for the Parks is the original song written and performed by local legend Thomasina Petrus. Now how you volunteer for parks, this song is for you. And...
Mears Park Improvements: The “Common Cent” at Work
On September 22, crews will begin work to replace the failing limestone retaining walls in beloved Mears Park. The new cast-concrete walls will echo the classic limestone look you see around the nearby Science Museum grounds. This...
Volunteer Spotlight: William White
Irvine Park visitors admiring the square's recently refurbished ornate, iconic fountain have a dog named Chipper to thank. On walks in the historic St. Paul park, Chipper made plenty of friends for his human companion, William White. “He...
Pedro Park Update
After years of anticipation, Pedro Park is nearly ready to welcome the community! Construction is moving along beautifully and should be complete by Aug 20. Now it's our turn to help bring the park to life. We’re excited to announce...
Help Build Taylor Park Playground
Something big is coming to Taylor Park—and we need your help to make it happen! We’re building a brand-new, community-designed playground as part of the Equal Play Saint Paul initiative. This isn’t just any playground—it’s a space shaped...
Save the Date: Play Ball – A Roaring 20s Park Benefit
📍 Harriet Island Pavilion | 🗓️ [Sept 25, 2025 5:30-9:00 PM] Put on your glad rags and join us for Play Ball! — a swanky soirée inspired by the spirit of the 1920s, all in support of Saint Paul’s beloved parks. We’re turning...
🎶 Pints for Play Concert Featuring the Cellar Dwellers
Join us for a summer evening of great music and community spirit as we raise funds to build a brand-new playground at one of Saint Paul’s most beloved green spaces—Newell Park! 📍 Urban Growler Brewing Company 🗓 Wednesday,...