May 2008 
There are 8 blog entries for May 2008.
Great River Water Park Opens Saturday
Thursday, May 29th, 2008 at 8:31pm. 106 Views, 0 Comments.
As mentioned in this previous post about Saint Paul Parks, the city is home to a brand new water park! The new Jimmy Lee Recreation Center & Great River Water Park will have its grand opening this Saturday on May 31, 2008. The center and water park will strive to serve Saint Paul residents while also welcoming visitors from surrounding cities.
Located in the historic Rondo neighborhood and reconstructed from the Oxford/ Jimmy Lee Recreation Center built in the 1960’s, this community center is more than a water park. Sure, it has slides and waterfalls. It is also a state of the art recreation and fitness center. It features four gymnasiums, a computer learning center, a dance studio, synthetic outdoor turf field, party and meeting rooms, and a host…
The Highland Park Neighborhood of Saint Paul
Wednesday, May 28th, 2008 at 4:13pm. 129 Views, 0 Comments.
The Highland Park neighborhood of St. Paul, Minnesota, can be found in the southwestern corner of the city. Its boarders are Randolph Avenue to the north, West 7th Street and Minnesota Highway 5 to the south, and Interstate 35E to the east. Its western boarder is the Mississippi River. Highland Park’s great location allows ready access to Interstates 94 and 35E. Likewise, the Minneapolis and St. Paul International Airport is directly across the river. Both downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis are just a few minutes drive away. If you’re looking for the Saint Paul neighborhood that has it all, Highland Park may be just the place for you. From merchants to entertainment, Highland Park real estate has much to offer.
The Highland Park neighborhood is…
Saint Paul's Grand Old Day
Tuesday, May 27th, 2008 at 2:34pm. 86 Views, 0 Comments.
The Grand Avenue Business Association would like to invite you to the 35th annual Grand Old Day celebration on Sunday, June 1. This is St. Paul's first rite of summer, and it takes place along the city’s historic Grand Avenue annually on the first Sunday in June. Grand Old Day is the Midwest's largest one-day festival and includes a parade, sporting events, live music on 7 stages, art fair, family fun zone, teen battle of the bands and international performance. Because this year sees the 35th Grand Old Day, the theme of this year's celebration is "Flashback to the '70s" to celebrate the festival's 1970s roots. Organizers hope that festival-goers will don their bell-bottoms and platforms.
Of course, there will by a “groovy” parade along Grand…
Music in Saint Paul Parks
Tuesday, May 27th, 2008 at 2:27pm. 98 Views, 0 Comments.
Saint Paul Parks and Recreation offers musical experiences for all tastes. There are band concerts, dance or choral performances, plays, musicals, even movies. The summer music program begins on May 18 and performances continue through early September. Performances are free with the exception of the Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening theater style musicals and variety shows at Como Lakeside Pavilion in July and August.
Every Sunday from June 8th through August 24 at the Como Lakeside Pavilion, Sunday Afternoon Pops Ensemble concerts will be held. This 21 piece band plays a variety of popular music, show tunes, dixieland, classics and of course audience requests. Shows begin at 3:00 p.m.!
Join the fun on selected Wednesdays in June, July and…
Saint Paul Parks
Tuesday, May 27th, 2008 at 2:26pm. 90 Views, 0 Comments.
The great City of St. Paul has over 170 parks and open spaces, as well as 33 city operated recreation centers. They feature great places to visit and fun activities for all ages. Saint Paul Parks and Recreation has been “Helping to Make Saint Paul the Most Livable City in America” through the conservation and maintenance of its green spaces. Here, we will explore some of the more popular locations for residents to visit.
Como Zoo was established in 1897 with the donation of three deer. Today Como has 25 animal habitats featuring orangutans, gorillas, giraffes, lions, tigers and more. Como Park Zoo and Conservatory provides a balanced combination of fun, family and education. Its mission is to inspire the public to value the presence of living…
Saint Paul Real Estate Market Analysis for April 2008
Friday, May 23rd, 2008 at 7:14pm. 92 Views, 0 Comments.
New listings for homes fell in Saint Paul, Minnesota, during the month of April, according to the Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors’ Market Update for 100 Twin Cities Communities. During April of 2008, there were 681 new listings in the City of Saint Paul compared to April of 2007’s 806 new listings. This is a drop of about 15.5%. It is very different from March 2008’s drop of just 4.1%. The Downtown neighborhood of St. Paul experienced the greatest decline in new listings at -42.4%.
In March of 2008, the East Side, Mac-Groveland, North End/Frogtown, Phalen, and West Side/Cherokee neighborhoods had more new listings than March 2007. However, in April, there weren’t any neighborhoods in St. Paul which experienced an increase in new listings.…
Saint Paul’s Downtown Neighborhood
Wednesday, May 21st, 2008 at 2:05pm. 91 Views, 0 Comments.
Downtown St. Paul is bordered by the Mississippi River to the south, Marion Street to the west, University Avenue to the north, and Interstate 94 to the east. With the Capitol just a few blocks, downtown St. Paul is an ideal location for government workers. Additionally, many state offices are located in the area. Industrialized areas of Minneapolis and St. Paul are within short driving distance. Easy access to I-94 connects you quickly with the rest of the Twin Cities.
Downtown St. Paul, which is also known as “Lowertown,” is home to many attractions, such as the Science Museum of Minnesota, Minnesota History Museum, and the Children's Museum. Downtown also boasts the historical Landmark Center and the Ordway. The Xcel Energy Center, home of the…
Welcome to The Saint Paul Real Estate Blog!
Monday, May 19th, 2008 at 8:57pm. 87 Views, 0 Comments.
This blog is devoted to providing information and resources to help you buy or sell Saint Paul, Minnesota real estate. If you’re new to the home buying or selling, or you’ve been through the process a dozen times, this blog will be useful in helping to inform you. Future posts will include information about St. Paul and its neighborhoods, the Saint Paul real estate market, home purchasing and selling tips, and more.
Barker & Hedges is an established RE/MAX real estate agency operating in Saint Paul. The individuals who comprise the Barker & Hedges Team come from a mixture of backgrounds. Our different areas of expertise and varying personalities combine professionalism, ingenuity, and skill to assess the changing world of St. Paul real estate.…
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