Join us for the next Speaker Series event

Friends,

Congrats are in order this week. First, once again a big round of applause and thanks to Securian Financial for throwing a great party in Mears Park last week. It was wonderful to have so many Securian associates back in downtown and I've heard nothing but glowing reviews in the days since.

Second, congrats to Todd Hurley on his new, more permanent role as president of the Saint Paul Port Authority. Todd is a great player to have on our team and we're happy to be able to continue our work together. Congratulations, Todd!

I also want to call your attention to the invitation below for our next virtual Speaker Series event. On August 16, Ramsey County Attorney John Choi will join us to share more about the criminal justice system in Ramsey County, recent public safety trends and more. This will also be a great opportunity to ask questions. More details and the link to register can be found below.

Keep reading for a fun shout out about Friday night roller skating, a great line up of events for the week – including three jam-packed nights at the X beginning tonight – and more.

Take care,

Joe

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Speaker Series:

Ramsey County Attorney John Choi

Our next virtual Speaker Series event will feature Ramsey County Attorney John Choi, who will give an update from his office about public safety trends in and around downtown and the state of the judicial system in Ramsey County, and answer questions from attendees.

Tuesday, August 16, 2-3:30 p.m.

Roller rink supporters focus on former Mpls. ice arena

There's a new tradition at Rice Park in downtown Saint Paul: on Friday nights, roller skaters turn the sidewalk into a makeshift skate-dance floor. The group Twin Cities Skaters host the weekly skate sessions featuring a DJ and crates of free rental skates.

Thai restaurant Sawatdee plans event venue...

The owners of Thai restaurant Sawatdee are planning an event venue adjacent to its downtown Saint Paul location, in old Tin Whiskers Brewing Co. space. Co-owner Cyndy Harrison said Sawatdee has wanted to make the move for some time...

Upcoming events around downtown

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July 28 - The 370 Sets | Osborn370

July 28 - Lowertown Sounds | Mears Park

July 28 - Machine Gun Kelly | Xcel Energy Center

July 29 - Roller Skating @ Rice | Rice Park

July 29 - Alan Jackson | Xcel Energy Center

July 30 - Show Me Snakes Reptile Show | RiverCentre

July 30 - Seussical Jr! | 7th Place Mall

July 30 - Brandi Carlile | Xcel Energy Center

July 30 - The Psychedelic Furs | Palace Theatre

July 31 - Art Market & Big River Pizza Concert | Farmers Market

August 2 - StPL Food Trucks & Music | Landmark Plaza

August 2 - National Night Out | Union Depot

August 3 - Farmers Market | Securian Financial

August 4 - Farmers Market | 7th Place Mall

August 4 - The 370 Sets | Osborn370

August 4 - Riffs Rails & Cocktails | Station 81

August 4 - Lowertown Sounds | Mears Park

Through August 12 - Holmes and Watson | Park Square Theatre

See more events happening around downtown.

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Event season is in full swing! Make sure you're following the Downtown Alliance on social media to stay up to date on all the latest downtown events and news. Plus, we do love giveaways so you never know when you could end up with tickets, swag or other great downtown prizes.

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