Let’s explore social events in Saint Paul, MN happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Are you looking to take a break from your regular ventures, build friendships or develop emotional intelligence? Social events could just be just the thing you are missing. As they always say, one’s company, two’s a crowd, three’s a party. In these events, you will get to meet a whole new range of people, engage other cultures and understand different perspectives. You get opportunities to expand your circle through the interactions and conversations elicited. Whether you are looking to improve your social or work connections, this is it for you.
There are many events held across Saint Paul, Minnesota. Events range from backyard outings, outdoor activity events, singles events, professional networking, meaningful discussions, and more. They are all varied and interesting covering your lifestyle and preference. If you find it hard to make connections or socialize in these events, here are a few tips to save your situation.
Local Groups’ Events in Saint Paul
Grief Support Group and Nature Walk
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: West Bush Lake Park
We are a nature-based, monthly grief support group for adults. If you have lost a loved one, or are losing a loved one, join the Red Pine Grief support group. Connect with others who understand the complexities of grief while finding solace in the beauty of the outdoors. Whether you’re seeking a moment of serenity or looking to foster new connections, this event offers a safe and understanding env(…)
Young Adult meditation meeting
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: 2700 E 26th St
A meditation group for adults aged 18-40!
We will introduce ourselves, then have a 30-minute guided meditation, a reading from a buddhist text, and then group discussion. Stick around after to socialize.
Come to make friends with people who meditate!(…)
Minneapolis, Minnesota Christian Singles Event
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Lake Nokomis Main Beach
**This event will be hosted by Hub Local Host: Cristal Sallis**
Join other Minneapolis Christians for a morning walk around Lake Nokomis followed by fellowship and brunch at Hot Plate!
We’ll meet near The Painted Turtle Eats at Big Beach and then take about a 2-mile paved walk which takes about 1 hr to complete afterwards we’ll head over to Hot Plate for brunch and fellowship.
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Multifamily Real Estate Investing Discussions
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: 526 Selby Ave
We will meet monthly to talk about anything and everything in the Multifamily Real Estate Investment space, focusing on apartments with 20 units or more. We will share ideas, discuss investment opportunities, and learn from each other!
Our meeting location changed to 526 Selby Cafe located at 526 Selby Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55125.
Questions? You can call or text Chum Struve 651-247-3091.(…)
4th Mon- July 2024 Biking the Gateway Trail East to Pine Point
◦ When: Monday, Jul 22nd
◦ Where: Rotary Park
Join us for a bike ride from the Oakdale Discovery Center east along the Gateway Trail. It will be 20 miles out and back to Pine Point Park. For those who want to do a shorter ride you can turn around at any point on the way out.
The Gateway Trail is mostly flat going east through rural Washington county but has some inclines on overpasses and short hills accessing paths to the trail.
Bring your(…)
Power BI Meetup | Happy Birthday Power BI!
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Surly Brewing Co.
Working with data can get surly at times. Come and meet other great “data minds” from around the Twin Cities as we return to the patio at Surly Brewing and discuss trends and best-practices across the industry.
Microsoft Power BI is recognized by Gartner and Forester as the [industry leading data analytics & business intelligence platform. ](https://www.fultonanalytics.com/data-blog/forrester-wav(…)
Gross National – 18 Holes
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Gross National Golf Club
It’s been a long time since we have golfed Gross as a group and people have been asking to play this course. So here is everyone’s chance to get in on the action. Golf action that is.
Gross is a fairly flat course that can easily be walked and it’s one of the shorter regulation courses. For 18 holes walking the cost is $46, and for riding it’s $69. If interested in only 9 holes please let me know(…)
July Book Club!
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: King Coil Spirits
Hi Lovelies!
Join us for July’s book club where in recognition of disability pride month we will be reading a nonfiction book, Disability Visibility by Alice Wong.
“One in five people in the United States lives with a disability. Some disabilities are visible, others less apparent—but all are underrepresented in media and popular culture. Activist Alice Wong brings together this urgent, galvaniz(…)
North Loop Girls Who Walk Social
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: 800 N 1st St
✨ It’s simple! We will meet in front of Star Tribune – Impark (by the Peanuts statue) then walk along the river together. Once we hit the 30 minute mark, we will circle back around to our starting point!
After the walk, you’ll have the option to join in for a coffee chat at a nearby cafe.
✨ Important Info:
Don’t forget water, sunglasses, and sunscreen!
Wear whatever you are most comfy with
Yield(…)
Euchre Night – Crooked Pint Ale House, Maplewood
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: Crooked Pint Ale House & Event Center
Euchre night – Crooked Pint.
Normal partner or multi partner depending on numbers.
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If you sign up then SHOW UP! If you can’t make it, then cancel. Please do not NO SHOW. If you want to play, you need to sign up so the organizer knows numbers. Cancelling within hours of the event makes it difficult on the organizer. Please make their job easier.
IF YOU GO ON THE WAITLIST I WILL ADD YOU IN GR(…)
SkiHawks Picnic
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: SkiHawk Picnic
**Join the SkiHawks for an Old-Fashioned Back Yard Picnic**
**Registrations closed 07/20/24**
Long time members Ron and Cari Zytkovicz have graciously offered to host a picnic for the SkiHawks at their home in Roseville. The event is restricted to rostered SkiHawk members and a guest.
Here are the details:
**When:** July 27th 1:00PM to 4:00PM
**What:** SkiHawks Picnic
**Where:** **[1160 Josephi(…)
Every Decision We Make Changes the World
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Makwa Coffee
Dr. Hossain Danesh, founder and president of the International Education for Peace Institute, believes that every decision we make, personally or collectively, is based upon these three P’s:
1. PERSPECTIVE
2. PURPOSE
3. PRINCIPLES
In our next conversation, we will look at these three P’s and talk about how being more intentional, aspirational, bold or creative in our PERSPECTIVE, PURPOSE, or PRI(…)
Hangout: Burgers, Blokes, and Books
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Rail Werks Brewing Depot
You’re invited to come to a casual hangout at a new brewery, Rail Works Brewing. As usual there will be plenty of talking about books – what we are reading, have read, and more.
Menu: [Rail Works Brewing](https://railwerksbrewingdepot.com/)
**Agenda:**
* 6:00pm Find us, order something to eat and/or drink and join in the conversation
* 7:00pm End of event
**What to Bring**
Money for your food (…)
AI in Architecture – Agentic AI
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Lab651
This event is sponsored and hosted by [Recursive Awesome](https://recursiveawesome.com/) & [Lab651](https://lab651.com/) and organized by [Steven Peterson](https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-peterson-7928995/).
This month our session will be led by [Stephen Kaufman](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-kaufman-0325011/). Stephen is a board certified Architect (CITA-P – IASA Global) and Chief Archi(…)
Shut Up & Write!® South Minneapolis Coffee Shop
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Sisters’ Sludge Coffee Cafe and Wine Bar
Join us for an hour (or more) of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 6pm on Thursday Evenings.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you’ve written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking ab(…)
Twin Cities Enneagram 4 Meet-up
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Hi there! I’ve been looking for people that are similar to me lately because I’ve been around people that are not like me most of my life. Mostly, that hasn’t felt great. At least on a deeper level.
I read recently that science is now saying we should be around people that are more like us, so that is what I’m going to try to do.
I happen to love Enneagram 4’s and connect with them. As I am a 4 (…)
Free Association Writer’s Circle
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Merriam Park Library
Join us in person for this creative writing session!
We meet the second and fourth Saturdays each month.
This session will be held at Merriam Park Library, Meeting Room B, 1831 Marshall Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104.
If you are new to the group, please read the main description of this group to see what we’re all about and the structure the event will follow.
See you there!(…)
Book Group: In One Person by John Irving last one quarter
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Ask
Next let’s read In One Person by John Irving. Irving has always been fascinated by transsexuals, sex (and “sexual suspects” like Jenny Fields), orphans, family, tragedy, abortion, rape, mutilation. He’s had some gay characters in his books, but not so many (I can’t think of any other than Frank Berry from Hotel New Hampshire off the top of my head). This book, I believe, is explicitly about a gay (…)
MSP Tech @ HH First Annual Charles Edge Social w/ Minnestar
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: COCO Downtown, Grain Exchange Building
**Join us as we gather to celebrate the MN tech community with happy hour and free coworking in honor of Charles Edge, a Minnestar board member and passionate tech advocate who passed away in April.**
**Register and get your ticket here**:[ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-annual-charles-edge-social-tickets-927355785117](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-annual-charles-edge-social-tickets-9273(…)
Knitting & Crafting in Highland Park
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Highland Park Community Center
Most Thursdays! Bring your knitting, crocheting, embroidery, beading, noisemaker mending, fish-leather-wristwatch-band-making, numismatics, and any other projects you can dream up.
**Are you new to knitting or crocheting?**
We often, but not always, have an instructor present who can teach anyone to knit or crochet. **If learning to knit or crochet is of particular interest to you please reach o(…)
Writing and socialize with each other.
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: Barnes & Noble Booksellers Eagan
6:00pm – Introductions.
6:15pm – Timer starts for an hour of writing.
7:15pm – Chat/Socialize or continue writing.
\* The coffee shop is open until 8pm.
I will have a sign at a table for South Metro Writers Collective.
Bring whatever you write with notebook, laptop, tablet, etc.
I will arrive early to get us a spot with outlets nearby.
If you arrive late just find an open spot and start writing.(…)
Walk around Bde Maka Ska
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: Lake Calhoun Pavilion
Walk around the lake takes 45-85 minutes depending on speed. Can do a second lap if folks are into/up for it(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Saint Paul is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in Saint Paul on Visitsaintpaul.com, Exploreminnesota.com, or Stpaul.gov.
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First Annual Charles Edge Social
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Coco (formerly Fueled Collective) – Downtown
Join us to celebrate the MN tech community with happy hour and free coworking in honor of Charles Edge, a Minnestar Board member.
Meet & Greet w/Blake Proehl
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Fine Line
Come hang out with Blake Proehl, take photos, get autographs, listen to a live Q&A, and get exclusive access to the front of the stage!
Sushant KC – World Tour – Minnesota – July 26 – Almost sold out
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Granada Theater
Join us for an electrifying live concert featuring Sushant KC as he takes you on a musical journey.
July Member Frokost
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Norway House
Norway House members are invited for a special breakfast series in the Kaffebar every month!
Author event! KJ Micciche in conversation with Elizabeth Davis
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Tropes & Trifles
Join us for a conversation between romance authors KJ Micciche and Elizabeth Davis.
THE FAMOUS BOAT PARTY
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Padelford Riverboats
SP STYLE PRESENTS: “THE FAMOUS BOAT PART” JULY27, 2024
IMITATED BUT NEVER DUPLICATED (2 BOATS CONNECTED 1 CLASSIC PARTY)
Daisys Beer Pong Tournament
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: 1430 Lagoon Ave
Get ready to show off your beer pong skills at Daisy’s Beer Pong Tournament – it’s gonna be a night full of fun, competition, and BEER!!!
The Russian-Ukrainian Ongoing War: Roots, Causes, Stages, Prospects
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: 5500 Stevens Ave
By Dr. Oleksandr Komarenko, Associate Professor of the Faculty of History at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv
Group Perceptual Silence in “The Quietest Place on Earth”
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Orfield Laboratories Inc, East 25th Street, Minneapolis, MN, USA
Join us for a Silent Group Session in the Orfield Anechoic Chamber, otherwise known as “The Quietest Place on Earth”
Cookie Cart- More Than a Mixer
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: The Woman’s Club Of Minneapolis
More Than A Mixer is an inventive, engaging event that offers opportunities to connect directly with the youth of Cookie Cart!
Joyann Parker: The Music of Patsy Cline
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Crooners Main Stage
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins one hour before showtime.
Sneaker Ball 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Juxtaposition Arts
Join Juxtaposition Arts (JXTA) for a landmark celebration of 100 Years of Art & Culture for our 2nd Annual Sneaker Ball Fundraiser!
Beyond Clinical Awareness & Understanding
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: The Toro Company
From heartache and loss to unexpected adventures and healing, Jenny is passionate about sharing the lessons she’s learned to empower others.
2024 Slow Roll for Sickle Cell
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Venture Bikes
A community event recognizing World Sickle Cell Day, Sickle Cell Foundation of MN and the health & wellness community!
MyEO Golf
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: The Town & Country Club
MyEO is a program created to encourage deeper bonds among EO members, by encouraging us to share in one another’s passions, hobbies & more!
CommonGround Night Out
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: The Back Bar at Young Joni
Come on out for a fun and laid-back night out where you can connect with farmers and get answers to all your food + farming questions!
Make your own Cutting Board MPLSMAKE
◦ When: Monday, Jul 22nd
◦ Where: MPLS MAKE
In this 2 day class you will make a custom Cutting Board out of multiple species of wood! This is a great beginner or refresher class!
Time of the Season: Great Songs from The British Invasion
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Dunsmore Jazz Room
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes.
Learn to Paddle
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park
Washington County Parks is partnering with Wild Rivers Conservancy to teach beginners from diverse backgrounds how to paddle.