Neighborhood news - Apr 2025

Community Collage Exhibit
Visit the Community Collage installation at the Washburn Library, on display March 15 through April 30. For more information on the project, visit www.communitycollage.org. Community Collage is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission is to bring people together through transformative photography experiences that celebrate both individualidentity and collective connection.

CARITAS VOCAL ENSEMBLE SHOWS
Caritas Vocal Ensemble, a Twin Cities a cappella chamber choir, concludes its season of Musical Stories with a spring program “Once Upon a Song...” St. Paul resident Laurie Zaepfel has been a member of the group since 2013. “Caritas Vocal Ensemble has a unique niche in the Twin Cities choral landscape, as we are a volunteer ensemble, presenting eclectic programs. We strive to reach more audiences with both our music and our partnerships with other non-profits.” “Once Upon a Song” is a joyous program of eclectic music for all ages that celebrates childhood whimsies in song, with a special emphasis on the beloved Winnie the Pooh stories of A.A. Milne. Suggested donation $25 online or at the door to be divided between Caritas and a local nonprofit for each concert. Benefit partners this spring are Cherish All Children, which works to combat child trafficking, and Avenues for Youth, which helps youth find a path out of homelessness.
Upcoming shows: Saturday, April 26, 4 p.m., Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church; Sunday, April 27, 4 p.m., First Lutheran Church (1555 40th Avenue NE, Columbia Heights). For tickets and additional information, visit www.caritasvocalensemble.org or email caritasvocalensemble@gmail.com. 

PEACE IN THE WORLD CONCERT MAY 3
The Peace in the World Concert will be held on Saturday, May 3 at Loring Park. The Ukrainian Food Truck will be on site. There will be information and merchandise for sale supporting Ukraine. Performances include: 1 p.m. Mark Stillman, 2 p.m. JD Steele & Mill City Singers, 3 p.m. Colin Monette, 4 p.m. Ukrainian Village Band. Sound by Armadillo. “Bring a blanket or chair and come down!” urge organizers.

LYNNHURST AUTHOR RELEASES NEW BOOK
Lynnhurst author and illustrator John Owens has several upcoming events planned following the releases of his new book “One Spring Up North,” a wordless picture-book journey through the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness as spring awakens.
• Saturday, May 3, 10:30 a.m., Wild Rumpus Books (2720 W 43rd St.).
• Saturday, May 3, 2025, 2 p.m., Red Balloon Bookshop (891 Grand Ave, St Paul).

SAFETY CLUBS MEET
Every other Tuesday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. the East Lake Harriet Neighborhood (ELHN) Safety Club will walk as a group through the East Lake Harriet neighborhood keeping watch and noting any safety or livability concerns. The ELHN Safety Club members will meet at Walker Place, 3701 Bryant Avenue S. The ELHN Safety Club is made up of neighbor volunteers and are identified by their bright logo-ed orange shirts and hats. The ELHN Safety Club is one of 18 city-wide safety clubs who collaborate with the MPD, Minneapolis Park and Police, City Council and more. www.mplsneighborhoodsafetyclubs.com