SPPC News
Join the Great Park Walk
Introducing The Great Park Walk — a citywide celebration of parks, people, and purpose. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a casual stroller, this is your invitation to get outside, get active, and give back...
Volunteer Spotlight: Mike Ireland
On nights when insomnia steals his sleep, a nighttime walk around Como Lake with his King Charles spaniel, Wynston, soothes Mike Ireland. What he calls “the stillness of the lake and stars,” would be reason enough for Ireland to...
A New Palace for the People
The wait is over! The North End Community Center has officially opened its doors, welcoming neighbors into a truly transformative space in the heart of the North End. This brand-new, state-of-the-art facility stands as a bold symbol of...
Community Greenspaces Guidebook
New Community Greenspace Guide Coming This Spring! The Saint Paul Parks Conservancy, in partnership with the Dayton’s Bluff Community Council, is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of the Community Greenspace Guide in early May...
Project Update: Carty Park
Exciting changes are coming to Carty Park, a beloved gathering space in the heart of the historic Rondo neighborhood! As one of the few green spaces serving over 5,000 young people, this park plays a vital role in fostering play,...
Donor Spotlight: Jeff Baidoo
Board Member Jeff Baidoo shares his special memories of Horton Park and why he thinks fans like him should support our parks.
Volunteer Spotlight: Melia Derrick
Melia Derrick is on the run. A lot. The 70-year-old retired postal worker has run a half-marathon in every state in the U.S. She started the 50-state challenge in 2017 and finished in Maui just before the wildfires there in 2023. ...
Tonight: Pedro Park Gardens
The Pedro Park design includes both perennial/native plant beds that will need help getting established and being maintained, as well as four areas for annual plantings. The team from Saint Paul Parks and Recreation and Aune Fernandez...
Kennedy Park Call for Artists
West St. Paul is seeking an artist with experience creating unique, creative, and weird art that sparks joy, makes people laugh, and celebrates a space. Click here to see the full RFP. Proposals are due by Noon on March 12, 2025....