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Thursday night brings parade excitement to North Saint Paul, as the annual Fall Round Up Parade rolls down 7th Avenue from six to nine pm. This cherished tradition brings the community together to cheer for colorful floats, marching bands, and local groups. Arrive early to grab your spot and maybe swing by a downtown business before the parade kicks off. It’s one of the best ways to enjoy local spirit and welcome autumn, and according to the City of North St. Paul, it’s a don’t-miss event.For families with little ones, Red Balloon Bookshop in St. Paul hosts lively storytimes Thursday morning with songs, dances, and stories perfect for infants and toddlers. That evening, stargazers have two options for free cosmic fun: the Como Planetarium Statewide Star Party in Saint Paul and the Bell Museum’s Star Party at their historic site. Astronomy groups will be set up around town, so pick your favorite spot for telescope views and guided stargazing.Friday morning offers open gym events for tots from Maple Grove and Apple Valley to Eagan, along with storytimes and chalk art at Fresh Acres Farm in Monticello. By evening, fireworks light up Hazelwood Park in Maplewood for the September Friday Light it Up event, while Lowry Nature Center in Victoria and Wolfe Park in St Louis Park welcome families for outdoor movie nights.Saturday is packed with options. Art on the Edge Festival at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park lets listeners explore local art, crafts, and activities along the Mississippi River. The Minnesota Mineral Club’s Rock, Mineral, and Gem Show takes over the State Fairgrounds Dairy Building, ideal for budding geologists. Kids who love animals won’t want to miss the Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center’s free Fall Raptor Release in Hastings, where rescued birds take flight.For anime fans, Anime Wonder Minnesota brings cosplay, performances, and Asian cuisine to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds Saturday and Sunday, promising a lively culture celebration. Meanwhile, Valleyfair in Shakopee launches its annual Valley Scare, transforming the park into a haunted maze with night rides and live shows for thrill seekers.On Sunday, plant-based listeners will love Twin Cities VegFest at Harriet Island Park in St. Paul with vegan food, cooking demos, yoga, and more. Monticello’s Let’s Chalk festival runs all weekend, turning city streets into outdoor galleries with vibrant chalk art from global artists alongside live music and food trucks.Baseball fans, don’t forget the Minnesota Twins are in town hosting the Cleveland Guardians at Target Field Friday through Sunday, plus a special Taiwanese Heritage Night on Friday.No matter your interests—parades and fireworks, art and science, food and fandom—Minneapolis-Saint Paul has something for you this week. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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