May 5, 2025

Join us for the Community In Bloom

Saturday, May 10th from 12:00 - 2:00 pm

Lake McCarron's Park

(1795 Rice St, Roseville, MN 55113)

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Join us at Lake McCarrons Park for RLA's Community In Bloom event. Happening this Saturday on May 10th from Noon to 2 PM. All are welcome to celebrate and admission is FREE.

This family fun event will feature:

• Cookout with Big Bill's Belt Bustin BBQ
• Lakeside lawn games
• Learn to fish with The Fishing Library
• Vendor and partner booths with giveaways and activities
• Henna body art by Shakun Maheshwari
• Face-painting and a bounce house for the kids brought to you by the City of Roseville
• Arts activities, a scavenger hunt, and more

Thank you to our event sponsors including:

• AE Sign Systems
• American National Bank
• C.A. Ellis & Associates LLC
• Saint Paul Regional Water Services
• Xcel Energy
• M Health Fairview
• Hamernick's Flooring Solutions
• JO Companies
• Ramsey County Workforce Solutions
• Capitol Region Watershed District
• Roseville Mayor Dan Roe
• Cities of Maplewood, Roseville, and Saint Paul
• Ramsey County Parks and Recreation

Looking for volunteer opportunities within the community? RLA is looking for volunteers for this upcoming event. If you are interested, please follow the link here to volunteer.

Thank You To Our Volunteers at The RLA Spring Clean Up

Thank you to all of the incredible volunteers that came to this year's Spring Clean Up on April 19th. This support and dedication not only helps the community, but also bringing fresh life to our shared spaces to enjoy. We are grateful for the hard work and proud to have such caring individuals in our communities.

Happy Cinco De Mayo Day - Cancun Mexican Grill & Cantina

Cancun Mexican Grill & Cantina Grill celebrated Cinco De Mayo Day on Sunday, May 4th. Many local neighbors came to join the fun filled event which featured some vendors, food, cultural dance performance, and even a Lucha Libre show. Congratulations Cancun Mexican Grill & Cantina on the successful event!

Support Businesses During Construction

Road construction season can be challenging for local business, but also presents an opportunity for community to rally and show support. There are orange signs along the back roads to help guide shoppers to the Rice Street businesses. Please show your support today!

For more updates, please visit the Ramsey County website regarding the reconstruction project.

Employment & Workforce Corner

Learn more about some of the top trending career pathways that are in high demand. Guest speaker, Erin Olson, is a professional that educates about Labor Market Insights. Join Ramsey County's Workforce Drive for 5 webinar to learn more about these growing workforce opportunities. Click here to register!

Become an RLA Member and Join Us May 22!

Join us for our first RLA Member Lunch and Learn at Community School of Excellence on May 22 from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM. This event will focus on topics such as Public Safety and Mental Health Awareness. Free for RLA Members and prospective members! Email kim@stpaulchamber.com to RSVP.

Support our vibrant neighborhood today! By joining the Rice and Larpenteur Alliance, it will play a vital role in:



• Building stronger communities through innovative partnerships
• Impactful community events
• Supporting safety and beautification initiatives
• Advocating for transportation & infrustructure improvements
• Strengthening local businesses with grants and connections
• Expanding housing and job opportunities
• Enhancing the neighborhood's reputation
• Supporters receive donor recognition invitations to member events, and regular communications from the Alliance

For more information on how to become a RLA supporter, please follow this link here.

Business Grant Opportunities

BizRecycling

From Workplace Waste Reduction Grants, to Organic Reward Grants. There are many different recycling grant opportunities that BizRecycling offers to businesses can apply to.

Visit the website for more information or view the variety of grants offered.

CareerForce In Saint Paul

Calling all job seekers and employers! CareerForce is now located in Saint Paul in Metro Square. Employers can have resources help such as; access to potential employees, resources to help with hiring, training opportunities resources, and connecting with local workforces.

Click here to learn more!