Summer Heat Safety

Summertime is event time in Summit-University! We want you to stay safe and healthy at these community events. Stop by our booth this summer to say hi and grab a free hand fan to help keep you cool. Climate change has made it challenging for the community to hold outdoor events in the summer. From extra-hot days with added humidity to wildfire smoke that causes dangerous air pollution levels, there are real risks involved in planning outdoor events. Please keep in mind that there are degrees of danger when it comes to heat or air quality. People with health conditions, elders, and young children are more at risk. Inclusive events keep in mind that it may not be safe for all to attend. We would like to encourage anyone planning an event to have a weather plan that includes an indoor backup option!

Community Events Spotlight

Local June Celebrations Click here to learn about some of the many events and celebrations in Saint Paul this June. We hope to see you there!

Central Village Park Day

Central Village Park is a hidden gem located in the historic Rondo neighborhood in Saint Paul, MN. Former Mayor Melvin Carter gave a proclamation for July 13th as Central Village Park Day. This day is to honor the history of the park and land being designated to the Black community after the destruction of Interstate 94, and the evolution of immigrant neighbors who migrated to the community in the late 1970's. Our community was uniquely designed and has been a space where people from across the world have made their home. This event is all about spreading LOVE, Peace, and Unity and embracing our neighborhood we all share and call home in RONDO!

Frank White: Baseball as a Culture

Learn about many of the untold stories of Black ballplayers in Minnesota from Frank White, author of They Played for the Love of the Game. Frank White is an author, historian, and community leader dedicated to preserving the history of African American baseball and youth recreation in Minnesota. This event is the first of Rondo Legacies: Through the Generations, a series presented by Rondo Community Library and the Hallie Q. Brown Community Center, running June through November 2026. Join us for one session or all six.

Something New on Selby: Rondo Exchange is Open

If you’ve traveled down Selby recently, you may have noticed something new at 856 Selby Avenue. Rondo Exchange officially opened on March 21, 2026, bringing a new small business and community space into the neighborhood. For the past two years, the Rondo Community Land Trust has been developing this space, building out 2,800 square feet at the corner of Selby and Victoria to support local entrepreneurs. The result is Rondo Exchange, a small business incubator that brings together retail, creative work, and community space under one roof.

Benjamin E Mays School Naming Dedication