St. Anthony Procession

The St. Anthony Park Faith Communities Moveable Feast Procession takes place Sunday, May 31, bringing together five neighborhood churches. The procession begins at 11:45 a.m. at St. Anthony Park Lutheran Church, 2323 Como Ave., and proceeds to Centennial United Methodist Church, St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, and St. Anthony Park United Church of Christ, ending at St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church, 2357 Bayless Place.

At each stop, participants will take part in brief liturgies and music, with choirs coordinated by John Hoffacker, interim director of music at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church.

In case of rain, a car caravan will replace the walking procession.

St. Anthony Park Arts Festival

Saturday, June 6. Booths 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Beer & Mead Garden noon to 6 p.m. Artists, music, activities, food vendors and local organizations along Como and Carter avenues. Artist and food vendor list: sapfest.org.

boréal Art Loft

“Echoes of Nature Painted and Carved,” works by painter Don Biehne and ceramicist Cindy Syme, runs from June 1 to 28 at boréal Gifts and Goods, 2276 Como Ave, during regular business hours. Opening reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 4.

Goldstein Museum of Design

“Illusive Objects” continues through July 2 at McNeal Hall, 1985 Buford Ave., on the University of Minnesota St. Paul campus. Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, with extended hours to 7 p.m. during the SAP Art Festival on Saturday, June 6. View rarely exhibited apparel, jewelry, ceramics, furniture, textiles and products, from Corn King motif dishes and a Davy Crockett hat to a Schiaparelli “bark” dress. Free. Exhibit details and gallery talks: design.umn.edu/goldstein.

Community sing

Join pianist, accordionist, storyteller and vocalist Dan Chouinard and singer-songwriter Ann Reed for a free community sing-along at 7 p.m. Monday, June 15, at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 2136 Carter Ave.

Como Lakeside Pavilion

The Dock and Paddle’s summer music and events are now underway at 1360 Lexington Parkway N. See the full schedule at dockandpaddle.com/music-and-events.

• Roseville Community Band, Wednesday, June 1, 7 to 9 p.m.
• Como Pops Ensemble, Sunday, June 21, 3 to 5 p.m.
• Shakespeare in the Park’s “The Tempest”, Friday, June 26 at 7:30 p.m. Register in advance. classicalactorsensemble.org/productions.
• St. Anthony Park Community Band Saturday, July 4, Noon to 2 p.m. and then Como Pops Ensemble from 3 to 5 p.m.

Groovin’ in the Garden

Annual free summer concert series takes place in front of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, 1225 Estabrook Drive. Bring a picnic. Purchase beer, wine, ice cream and popcorn. Climbing wall, bouncy balls and hula-hoops. Rain location: Visitor Center Porch.

• Innocent Reggae Band
  POLJAM food truck
  Wednesday, June 10, 6 to 8 p.m.
• Miss Georgia Peach
  Brick Oven Bus
  Wednesday, June 17, 6 to 8 p.m.
• Jellyjacket
  Heavy Metal Grill
  Wednesday, June 24, 6 to 8 p.m.
• Betty Won’t
  KMC Eggrolls
  Wednesday, July 1, 6 to 8 p.m.

Music on the Cortile

Obi Original & The Black Atlantics, Afrocentric sound and storytelling, from noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, at the Landmark Center, 75 Fifth St. W. Free.

Como Park Farmers Market

2 to 6 p.m. on Thursdays continues through Oct. 29 in the Como Park Lutheran Church parking lot at 1545 Hamline Ave.

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory

Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, 1225 Estabrook Drive. Free. A voluntary donation of $4 per adult and $2 per child is appreciated. comozooconservatory.org.

• Spring Flower Show closes Sunday, June 7.
• Summer Flower Show runs June 12-Sept. 13, featuring a whimsical floral display inspired by Alice in Wonderland. Note: The Sunken Garden closes for maintenance June 21-July 8.
• Japanese Garden Tea Ceremonies begin June 5 on various days and times. $60; registration required: comozooconservatory.org/como/japanese-garden.

Women’s Drum Center

Hand Drum Camp, a new four-part series, runs 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, June 17 and 24 and July 1 and 8, at 2242 University Ave. W. Drums provided; no experience necessary. $80. Class size limited; register at womensdrumcenter.org.

St. Anthony Park Garden Club

Plant sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 6, on the lawn at the corner of Como Avenue and Luther Place, across from Speedy Market.

German Days

11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 14, at the Germanic-American Institute, 301 Summit Ave. Deutsche Tage celebration with music, traditional dance and interactive activities for all ages. Free. Refreshments available for purchase; Adults 21 and over with valid ID may purchase a $10 wristband for beer and wine. gaimn.org/deutsche-tage.

History Revealed

Community screening of the first episode of “The American Revolution” by filmmaker Ken Burns from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17, at Landmark Center, 75 Fifth St. W. Following the screening, guests are encouraged to reflect, connect and discuss the enduring impact of the Revolution. Free. Registration required: rchs.com/event/ken-burns.

Juneteenth

The Reckoning: Fifth annual Juneteenth celebration from noon to 5 p.m. on Friday June 19, at the state Capitol grounds, 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Entertainment, food, vendors, resources. Organized by the Anika Foundation in partnership with Ramsey County.

For the Culture: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, at the MGM lot, 1690 Robert St. S., West St. Paul. Food trucks, music, vendors, Kids Zone, DJ from Twin Circle Radio Network, Double Dutch, Step Team and Sip & Paint section.

Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Juneteenth Joy: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23, at St. Paul College, 235 Marshall Ave. Local chefs join Minnesota Humanities Center CEO Kevin Lindsey to talk about the events that shaped their culinary journeys; songs from Vocal Essence with Associate Artistic Director G. Phillip Shoultz on the importance of music in history and community; tasting menus. $25. Register: Minnesota Humanities Center, mnhum.org/events.

Kumbayah: The Juneteenth Story: 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 26, at The O’Shaughnessy, St. Catherine University, 2004 Randolph Ave. Theatrical experience incorporates spoken word, art, music and dance on Juneteenth’s origins. Presented by the Minnesota Humanities Center and Sweet Potato Comfort Pie. Free; registration required oshag.stkate.edu.

Campus Walking Tour

St. Anthony Park resident Betty Lotterman leads a walking tour of the University of Minnesota St. Paul campus from 10 a.m. to noon, on Saturday, June 20. $23. Register required, St. Paul Community Education, tours, commed.spps.org/adult-programs/adult-enrichment.

Next Chapter Bookseller

Book Launch: “What I Made for Dinner.” Author Krys Malcolm Belle in conversation with by Aamina Ahmad from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, at 38 Snelling Ave. S. Memoir about an amateur home cook’s pandemic descent into an obsession with food celebrities.

Senior activities

St. Anthony Park Area Seniors offers a variety of activities. Unless noted, programs are at Centennial United Methodist Church, 2200 Hillside Ave. W. No registration required unless noted. For more information, call 651‑642‑9052 or email [email protected].

SAIL: Stay Active and Independent for Life: A fitness class for balance, strength and flexibility. 10 to 11 a.m. on Mondays, June 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, and on Wednesdays, June 3, 17 and 24. Register.

Pound Fit: Full-body movements with weighted drumsticks set to music. 10 to 11 a.m. on Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Limited space; register.

Walk With Ease: 10 to 11 a.m. on Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 and Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18 and 25. Meet at Como Lakeside Pavilion, 1360 Lexington Parkway N. Limited space; register.

Game Day: Board games from 10 to 11:45 a.m. on Friday, June 5.

Handiwork Group: 10 a.m. to noon on Thursday, June 11, at St. Anthony Park Library, 2245 Como Ave. Bring your own supplies and drop in to socialize with your neighbors.

Card making workshop: 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Friday, June 12. Supplies provided. Space is limited; register.

Summer lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, at a local restaurant. Register.

Poetry Group: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 19.

Virtual:

Lunch Bunch: Noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10. Socializing and bingo; call or email the office for Zoom link.

Hybrid:

Grief and Loss Support Group: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, June 16, 23 and 30. Call or email the office for hybrid Zoom link.