I went to Catrina’s for lunch today and said since tariffs are starting tomorrow they will no longer be serving guacamole :(

this is just the first of many, so stock up on avocados I guess

I'm looking to move my older/disabled parents up to the twin cities in the next year or two. I currently live in downtown Saint Paul and have been eyeing condos I think would work well for their budget (SS plus whatever I can comfortably give them monthly) letting them be near me and near healthcare, local food, heated parking, etc. A blindspot in my consideration was that one of them will certainly need assisted living in the next five years - mobility issues and memory care. I don't know how to find a list of facilities in Saint Paul, particularly a list of Medicaid facilities, that we would eventually place him in. Does anyone have experience with this? I'm also open to direct suggestion of facilities but just a search apparatus would be a huge help. Thank you!

I mean their stuff is not bad but Cooks Bellecour is next door and has 1000% better pastries. And better coffee too.

B&C has better seating. But the fact that their pastries are so mid makes me just so confused.

Sincerely, a guy waiting for his car at the shop.

I think this post is part group therapy to process new information. 😭 From what I gather during morning coffee research, should I expect to pay approximately $2,000 for a new 40 gallon gas water heater that is professionally installed? My current one is 12 years old (a Bradford White) that a plumber installed. I realize prices vary; just seeking confirmation that in 2025 that’s the new reality. Gulp. 😳

Hello! I have a friend in the city who has been struggling with severe treatment resistant depression. On top of that, she's been going through an incredibly nasty divorce. The ex took her emotional support dog from her, ect. Things have been bad. I'm trying to help find her a judgement free hairdresser to help get her depression hair washed and styled. She has been on top of brushing it so there's no matting. Just a lot of dry shampoo on top of dry shampoo. She's really embarrassed by the whole situation. But I know she will feel so much better after it's done. I'd love to find her someone who has had first hand experience with depression and truly understands how debilitating it can be. She's sick, not lazy.

She deserves a win. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

Does anyone know if there are any updates on any of these three projects? I feel like I haven’t heard of any real updates in forever and they each on their own right would be substantial for attracting new residents to downtown.

However, I’d love to see more developement downtown period - especially residential mixed use (another grocery store near Uppertown/W 7th?).

I'm moving to St. Paul, and I've found a loft I like near Mears Park downtown. Is this a safe area? (I'm a woman in my early 30s, if that helps, lol). I'm coming from Houston and have had many run-ins with unsafe areas here.

Is this area safe to live in / take my dogs to Mears Park?

I'm moving from out of state and would love to get opinions from locals.

TIA! :)

Edit: THANK YOU ALL! :) I definitely will search around some other areas now, too. Thank you for being so welcoming and helpful. <3

Anyone know what happened at the Y this morning? Looks like they’re closed for the day and had a carpet cleaner out…?

Please read my other two posts with this title before reading this one. Also, be sure to read the comments I have made below the posts as most of the information is there.

Part 1: https://www.reddit.com/r/saintpaul/s/zIwXG191Ep

Part 2: https://www.reddit.com/r/saintpaul/s/aCXIW6kJkl

A little bit of my story, and then clue # 5.

The first day of the hunt, that first clue was so packed with information. I puzzled over it, and by that afternoon, I was thinking that it could be on Harriet Island. I even poked around the island that day. No one else was there. I came back that evening with my daughter. Over the next three days, I returned to Harriet Island every day, narrowing my scope, adjusting my theory as new clues were revealed. By the third day, I focused my attention to the area between the entrance to Raspberry Island and the Target Stage.

Then clue #5 happened.

When hunters were bidden to where it was hidden By forces beyond their ken We got a clue to start things anew And hope it won't happen again

My take:

Bidden means instructed, told, directed. By forces "beyond their ken" means it is not within the scope of what you can know or can understand "We got a clue" means we think we know something "To start things anew" means we're starting this thing over. It does not mean we're doing a second hunt or we did a second hunt in the past. And "we hope it won't happen again", sounds like a subtle warning to someone who they have decided is cheating.

*****pioneer press says

In 2007, the medallion was found prematurely in Hidden Falls Park after three clues, so we had to scramble and hide a second medallion and create a second set of clues. The second hiding place was Central Park in Roseville, which we have reprised for this year’s hunt.

Whilst this is what happened in 2007, the wording of the clue implies so much more

And as I was told by a very wise man, the clues speak for themselves.

The next thing I know, we're in Central Park. That's how the hell we got here

Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church (1668 Arcade st.) is serving a FREE meal every Wednesday from 5-6pm. This week we are having breakfast for dinner, biscuits w/gravy and scrambled eggs, there will also be yummy desert. Everyone is welcome and donations are welcome but not necessary.

Hi Dave

If you haven't already, you should read my previous post by the same title first, except the "Part 2". The link is here: https://www.reddit.com/r/saintpaul/s/k5YdE0a90n

I'm going to skip Clue 5 for now and go on to Clue 6:

For noble or peasant life is more pleasant If the elements are kept at bay The greatest story gives power and glory To those who follow the way

This doesn't really fit with the story I have told so far with the previous clues. The only thing I could say is the first sentence "for noble or peasant" could refer to Justus Ohage stressing that he wanted the island to be accessible to poor and rich alike for them to be able to swim and exercise and be healthy. The purpose wasn't really to keep the elements at bay. Follow the way is pretty vague...follow the path?

****pioneer press says

Across Bennett Lake from the site of the prize, one can see such landmarks as the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church and a large power tower. On its property Prince of Peace provides tiny houses, or “sacred settlements,” for the homeless. The path around Bennett Lake will lead hunters to the prize.

Welp, this makes sense. We are no longer on Harriet Island. We are in Central Park. My only question is, how the hell did we get here?

More of the story is in Part 3:

https://www.reddit.com/r/saintpaul/s/Njl5H9EO6m

The first 4 clues were not done justice by the solutions. The clues were well written. The solutions...rewritten?

Please read through my comments here. I break down the first 4 clues' solutions posted by PP.
Do you think something is off this year? These clues do not seem to point to Central Park. YET.

Check out Part 2: https://www.reddit.com/r/saintpaul/s/3Wx2mxN3YH

Looks like I have roots growing at the connection where my house water line meets the city line. Would this be St. Paul’s responsibility to replace and maintain this connection, or would this be my responsibility?

Thanks in advance.

I'll be in SP for 2 weeks for work in a few days, and was looking for a gym that has weekly or monthly rates, and where I can close membership immediately as I won't be back in town for months. I'm looking for free weights and machines, and ideally a running track but that's not necessary. I'll be staying near the Xcel Center but will have access to a vehicle, so while proximity to downtown is nice it's not critical. The important thing is the duration of membership. If you know any place that fits the bill please let me know! Thanks...Go Wild.