Community Corner
Get Out: Weekend Events in and around Inver Grove Heights
Looking for things to do this weekend? Check out some of these ideas.
- West St. Paul Classic Car Show
When/Where? 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sat., July 16, on South Robert Street between Logan Avenue East and Thompson Avenue East in West St Paul
Why Go? Bring the family to a classic car show presented by the Downtown Beat Club and enjoy an evening of great music, good food, and live entertainment by Buster Phelan. There will be Top 21 plaques and prizes at 8:30 p.m. All classic cars are welcome.
Price: Free
- Highland Fest 2011
When/Where? 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Fri. July 15, 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Sat., July 16, and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sun., July 17. Highland Fest is located on Cleveland Avenue and Ford Parkway in St. Paul.
Why Go? Join over 65,000 people in Highland Village for the 28th anniversary of this summer celebration that includes a juried art fair (now in its 44th year), live music on two stages, food, amusement rides, a 5K, a strongman competition and a craft-brew tasting. Organized by the Highland Business Association, all proceeds are used for operational support and for street-scape improvements in Highland Village.
Price: Free
- Free Movie in the Park
When/Where? At dusk at the Central Park Amphitheater on Sat., July 16, 2875 145th St. W., Rosemount
Why Go? Enjoy an evening watching the movie “Despicable Me” with your kids. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs. For weather-related updates, call 952-985-1780.
Price: Free
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- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
When/Where? Fri. July 15 through Sat. July 30 at Eagan High School, 4185 Braddock Trail, Eagan
Why Go? The Eagan Community Theatre presents “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” at Eagan High School. The production brings it to life in an enjoyable musical parable which runs for 14 performances, including four 2 p.m. matinee shows. Call the box office at 651-683-6964 for dates and times.
Price: Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors 62 and over, and $10 for children 12 and younger. The box office is open at Eagan High School from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and one hour before curtain time. All seating is reserved.
- Universe in the Park
When/Where? 8:30 p.m. on July 15 at Dodge Nature Center, 365 Marie Ave. W., West Saint Paul.
Why Go? Learn all about the solar system from University of Minnesota astronomers as they share their telescopes and expertise about our universe. According to the Dodge Nature Center website, the evening begins with an indoor presentation, followed by outdoor star gazing. Recommended for participants ages 12 and over. Pre-registration is preferred for this program. You can register online at http://www.dodgenaturecenter.org. Participants will meet at the Farm Entrance at 1701 Charlton Street.
Price: Free
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