Events
Join us for our community member meetings and other Sustain Saint Paul happenings. To see current opportunities to share your ideas and feedback in public processes, visit the Get involved page.
Sibling Rivalry Fundraiser
This month we're teaming up with our friends (and friendly rivals!) Neighbors for More Neighbors for a joint fundraiser at the Black Hart of Saint Paul.
Join your neighbors, housing advocates, transit fans, biking nerds, environmentalists, and urbanists from across the Twin Cities for an evening of live comedy, drinks, conversation, light-hearted competition, and a high-stakes fundraising face-off to see which city can raise the most for the cause of dense, walkable, livable neighborhoods. Let’s put Saint Paul where it belongs—on top!
Tickets to the event will cost $25 (or pay-what-you-can), and local food will be provided (caterer TBA).
A full list of speakers will be announced soon, but we are excited to announce three of our champions who will take the stage to represent Saint Paul -
Nate Hood: Planning Commissioner and Stand-up Comedian. Follow on X @natehoodstp.
Wes Burdine: Owner of Black Hart, Cofounder of MN Aurora. Follow on bluesky @wesburdine.bsky.social
Molly Coleman: New Sustain-Endorsed Ward 4 City Councilmember, Founder of People’s Parity Project. Follow on bluesky @mollycoleman.bsky.social.
Over the past year, Sustain has been busy: from collaborating on statewide policy with the Yes2Homes coalition to championing local efforts like Traditional Neighborhood zoning and the Summit Avenue Utility Replacement and Regional Trail. We've also grown our grassroots base with new issue committees, trainings, and expanded outreach online. If you've noticed our increased presence—this is how it happens. Every dollar raised goes directly into this work: supporting staff time, campaign materials, and community organizing.
Buy your ticket below!
August social event: Highland Bridge walking tour!
Join us at our annual August event: a walking tour! We will enjoy a walking tour of the Highland Bridge development (formerly the Ford Site) and then finish with socializing at the Lund’s & Byerly’s patio.
Starting location: Highland Bridge River Plaza - 855 Falls Passage West
Ending location: Lund’s & Byerly’s “The Mezz” taproom patio - 2170 Ford Parkway
Schedule:
6:00pm - Meet at the plaza off of West Falls Passage
6:15pm - Step out! Casual stroll through the Highland Bridge neighborhood
7:15pm - Happy Hour! Reconvene at the Lund’s & Byerly’s patio called “The Mezz” (closes at 8pm)
Transportation directions:
- By Transit: close to routes 23 and 74, A-Line
- By Bike: Off-street path Mississippi River Boulevard, on-street markings on Ford Parkway
All are welcome! Bring your family or a friend!
July Social: Bang Brewing
Join us at Bang Brewing (2320 Capp Rd) on Thursday, July 24th, at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited for drinks, socializing, and most importantly to learn more about our brand new Volunteer Organizing Committees. If you want to get more involved in Sustain and your community, this is a can’t-miss!
Join Sustain to Kickoff Move MN's 2025 Group Ride!
🚴🏽🚴🏾♀️This Thursday, join us and @MoveMinnesota to kick off their 2025 group Bike Ride Series! 🚴🏻🚴🏿♂️
Starting at the Capitol steps, this eight-mile ride will explore the increasing number of bikeable Saint Paul destinations at a leisurely pace.
RSVP below
https://www.movemn.org/event/saint-paul-bike-ride-series-routes-to-the-state-capitol/?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=186d5f40-1132-4080-a144-a5e077d5e273
Tell the MN Senate “Yes to Homes!”
The MN Senate is scheduled to vote on some pieces of our Yes to Homes bills in a hearing on Thursday 5/1 after they finish Floor Session.
We want to make it clear to our legislators how important these bills are to our community. Exact timing is hard to predict so we encourage people to join us from 3:00-5:00pm outside Senate Chambers on the 2nd floor of the Capitol. We will walk over to the Senate Building together once the floor session ends. (Don't worry, if we are still waiting for the hearing to start we have plenty of ways for you to engage.)
February Happy Hour!
Save the date, time, and location for a Sustain Saint Paul Happy Hour!
6-8pm, Lake Monster Brewing, Saint Paul
February 24, 2025
Annual meeting and elections!
Join us for our annual board election meeting!
Interested in joining the board? We seek individuals who have a wide range of lived expertise and perspectives from all parts of the city. No previous board experience is necessary to join. Click on this SSP Board Member Application link to submit an application by January 26th to apply. During the elections meeting, we’ll share our accomplishments of 2024, our goals for 2025, then vote on returning and new board seats! Anyone who attended two meetings in the past year can vote or apply to be a member.
Want to attend the meeting? Click on the Zoom meeting link to join the meeting.
Sustain Saint Paul happy hour time!
Join us at Gambit Brewing (141 4th St E, Lower Level, Saint Paul) on Tuesday Dec 17 from 6-8pm. Located in Lowertown along 4th Street, it’s one of the only underground breweries in Saint Paul!
We’ll talk about urbanism, about legalizing land value taxes, about the proposed Conversion of Underutilized Building Tax Credit options, and other Sustain Saint Paul-like topics. But we’ll also greet friends new and old, and celebrate working and volunteering for a better Saint Paul. Join us!
Legalize LVT (Land Value Tax): Expert Panel Discussion
Legalize LVT (Land Value Tax): Expert Panel Discussion
In 2024 the Minnesota legislature came closer than ever to legalizing Land Value Tax (LVT). LVT shifts property tax incentives towards development and away from speculation. It can help transform our communities with new, sustainable housing and development.
Join LVT experts from across the nation to learn more about land value tax, its benefits and the barriers to its legalization. Panelists:
Nick Allen is a PhD candidate at MIT Department of Urban Studies and Planning. His work asks how the institutions governing land shape urban development and constrain local politics. He considers planning dilemmas by drawing from comparative political economy, institutional economics, and public finance. Previously, Nick was an economic development official in Detroit and conducted research on urban transitions in South and Southeast Asia.
Josie Faas is the executive director of the Robert Schalkenbach Foundation, and co-director of the Center for Property Tax Reform, an independent research center focused on issues of equity and transparency in taxation.
Adriana Rizzo is a PhD candidate at UC Riverside, President of Common Ground California, and member of Californians for Electric Rail.
Jamal Thomas is a member of California Common Ground. His research around Georgism and Land Value Tax led him to writing “Privatize the Methods, Publicize the Profits.” He won first place in the 2024 Henry George School of Social Science's Writing Contest (for University Students).
Event Agenda:
Intros, thank yous to LVT champions and elected officials, short video about LVT
Panel discussion
Q&A
Question for the Experts: Include questions in your RSVP, or email paul.manning163@gmail.com with subject: "LVT Event Question."
Co-hosts: Sierra Club, Common Ground MN, Neighbors for More Neighbors, Sustain Saint Paul, Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota, Our Streets, Sustainable Developer Collaborative, and Move Minnesota.
Signup Instructions: RSVP to receive zoom link and passcode.
Grand Avenue Neighborhood Stroll
Join us for this neighborhood stroll highlighting development along Grand Avenue.
Sustain Saint Paul Community Gathering
Meet up and support a local West 7th business. Join Sustain Saint Paul at Wandering Leaf Brewing Company for a casual happy hour. Join us as we celebrate community, sustainability, and to connect to fellow members!
Routes 54 and 87 stop nearby, and there is bike parking too. Carpooling is encouraged if you drive. All are welcome!
Escaping the Housing Trap
We are in a trap - where housing needs to be both affordable and a ‘good investment’. But is there a way out?
Downtown Investment Strategy Discussion
Join Sustain Saint Paul for a presentation by the Saint Paul Downtown Alliance about the new Downtown Investment Strategy,
Spring Warm-up Slow Roll
Join us at Lowertown Bike Shop for a community meet-up and slow roll.
Transit Equity Celebration and Land Use Reform Update
What were last year’s transformative transit wins at the State Capitol? How can we build on these wins with nation-leading land use policy changes?
Join State Senator Omar Fateh, Representative Larry Kraft, other elected officials, transit and community leaders to find out and get a sneak peek at some of the policies we are advocating for!
Light appetizers provided. Beer and non-alcoholic options available for purchase.
All are welcome! Please RSVP here to help us plan for you.
Co-hosted by Sierra Club, Move Minnesota, Neighbors for More Neighbors, Sustain Saint Paul, Common Ground USA-MN Chapter, Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota
Sustain Saint Paul Annual Elections Meeting
Interested in joining the board? We seek individuals who have a wide range of lived expertise and perspectives from any and all parts of the city. No previous board experience is necessary to join.
Anyone who attended two meetings in the past year can vote, and also can be nominated to be on the board.
Join us for our annual board meeting and elections! We’ll share our accomplishments of 2023, our goals for 2024, then vote on returning and new board seats! Join us via Zoom - January 29th 2023, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Water & Weather-Conscious Salting
Join us for a presentation by Capitol Region Watershed District and StopOverSalting about reducing pollution from winter deicing.
Holiday Hangout
Enjoy a casual evening supporting local business in West 7th neighborhood. Meet up at Keg & Case Market for a beer at Clutch Brewing Co, some gaming at Starcade or a little holiday shopping.
Community Celebrate
Mark your calendars for Sustain Saint Paul’s most exciting event of the year!
(Ticket sales are closed!) Rathskeller Tour & Social Hour
Join us for a private tour of The Rathskeller by Mancini’s - an adaptive reuse project in the former Schmidt Brewing complex.
Highland Bridge Walking Tour
Join us as we get back to our roots in Ward 3 - we will enjoy a walking tour of the progress in the Highland Bridge development (formerly the Ford Site) and then finish with socializing at the Lunds & Byerly’s patio.
Creative Enterprise Zone Neighborhood Walking Tour
Join us in the Creative Enterprise Zone for a walking tour and discussion with Taproot Investment Cooperative - followed by a drink at Dual Citizen Brewing Company.
Safer Summit Victory Lap
Celebrate the Summit Avenue Regional Trail with a slow roll community bike ride followed by a happy hour.
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Brews & the Bike Plan
Join us for a beer or beverage and review the bike plan with City Planner Jimmy Shoemaker! This is your chance to get the details and give some input. Click for details —>
Advocacy/Housing 101
We're going to host a workshop that will blend two topics together: the 1-4 unit housing study and advocacy. This will be a no-pressure opportunity to learn what we've done and want to do to advocate for affordable housing.
Advocacy/Housing 101
We're going to host a workshop that will blend two topics together: the 1-4 unit housing study and advocacy. This will be a no-pressure opportunity to learn what we've done and want to do to advocate for affordable housing.
The Big Picture: Community Brainstorming and Networking
Come help us BUILD OUR COMMUNITY and OUR CASE FOR CHANGE!
Join us for an evening of facilitated networking with Sherry Johnson of Cultivate Strategy. Share your stories about Saint Paul transportation, housing, and land use and work together to develop a compelling, community-sourced narrative to change hearts and minds.
Snacks provided. Bring a friend and a creative mind!
February social event postponed. Instead: Support a Safer Summit Avenue!
In response to recent developments we are inviting you to a Sustain Saint Paul Advocacy Day on Monday February 27th, in place of our community brainstorm session.
Join us and other sustainable transportation advocates at a presentation and Q&A session for the Summit Avenue Regional Trail. The community engagement is hosted by the Summit Hill Association and the Summit-University Planning Council. Although questions are pre-selected, our silent support is impactful!
Wear something purple or blue if you can and bring your bike helmet along with a positive attitude.
Let's show our support for the Parks & Recreation Department's excellent work around safety and accessibility on Summit Avenue!
See you there!
Monday February 27th - 6:00-7:30pm
House of Hope Presbyterian Church, 797 Summit Ave
Sustain Saint Paul Annual Elections Meeting
Join us for our annual board meeting and elections! We have 5 openings for board members and are now taking nominations! Nominate yourself or someone else (with permission, please!) between now and January 13. Send us a note with your nomination. Anyone who attended two meetings in the past year can vote, and also can be nominated to be on the board.
We’ll share our accomplishments of 2022, our goals for 2023, and if there’s time, we’ll also break out in topic-specific small groups & action squads.