Author: Jake Spitzack
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Insider’s guide to the St. Paul Fall Art Crawl
Insider’s guide to the St. Paul Fall Art Crawl Jake SpitzackStaff Writer With more than 30 participating venues across 10 districts, it can be overwhelming to try to make the most of St. Paul’s biannual art crawls, which have been known to attract about 20,000 visitors during just one weekend. Lately, the Crawls have been… Read more
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League of Women Voters of St. Paul takes action to increase voter turnout
League of Women Voters of St. Paultakes action to increase voter turnout Jake SpitzackStaff Writer Following the primary election in August, Minnesota lost its spot as the state with the highest voter turnout, according to Secretary of State Steve Simon. The turnout (12%) was the lowest in the state since 2016 (7%), but Simon is… Read more
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AZ Gallery rebrands as The Burl
AZ Gallery rebrands as The Burl Jake SpitzackStaff Writer In early September, the AZ Gallery’s black and white awning fluttered to the ground and a new sign was raised in its place, officially proclaiming the gallery’s rebranding to The Burl Community Art Gallery. A burl is a protective, knot-like growth that forms on a tree… Read more
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The M unveils its new wing, triples space
The M unveils its new wing,triples space By Jake Spitzack | Staff Writer | October 2024 Thousands of acclaimed American artworks hidden for more than four years in the back rooms of the Minnesota Museum of American Art (M) are about to see the light of day once again. The M recently wrapped up a… Read more
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Sample St. Paul: October 2024
Sample St. Paul: October 2024 Children’s Museum10 7th St. W.St. Paul651-225-6000mcm.org“Curious George: Let’s Get Curious!” through January 5. Climb into the imaginative world of Curious George and The Man with the Yellow Hat in this playful exhibit based on the beloved children’s books. Tickets are $17 on weekdays and $19 on weekends. Admission is free… Read more
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Fall Fun near you
Tim SpitzackEditor October brings warm days, cool nights and a whisper on the breeze reminding us that winter is looming ahead. With the heat of summer behind us, now is the perfect time to explore the great outdoors. This guide offers ample opportunities for nature lovers, as well as those who enjoy closing out the… Read more
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New West Side salon offers hair coaching
New West Side salon offers hair coaching Jake SpitzackStaff Writer If your thick mane or avalanche of curls seems to have a mind of its own and the self-help tips you’ve tried just aren’t working, it may be time to seek help from a professional tamer – in this case, a hair stylist and coach.… Read more
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West Side Farmers Market holds annual Pumpkin Patch Bash
West Side Farmers Marketholds annual Pumpkin Patch Bash Jake SpitzackStaff Writer As summer draws to a close, large, orange gourds are being plucked from gnarly vines and made available for doorsteps across the land to celebrate fall and Halloween. Consider picking one up from the West Side Farmers Market during its fourth annual Pumpkin Patch… Read more
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WSCO leaders resign at contentious meeting
WSCO leaders resign at contentious meeting Jake SpitzackStaff Writer At a board meeting in late July, members of the West Side Community Organization (WSCO) 13-member board of directors asked its president, vice president and treasurer to resign or face a vote that would force them out. They claimed the leaders were interfering with day-to-day operations… Read more
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Safe trick-or-treating this Halloween
Safe trick-or-treating this Halloween By Metro Creative Graphics Halloween is enjoyed by people of all ages, but few get a bigger kick out of the holiday than children. There are costumes to be worn, time spent with friends and the opportunity to collect free candy and other treats. Although Halloween can be a fun time,… Read more