National Night Out: The Saint Paul Get Down
Join Hallie Q. Brown Community Center as we table at The Saint Paul Get Down, hosted by Martin Luther King Recreation Center, for an evening of music, creativity, and community.
This free event features performances by emerging local hip-hop artists ages 14–24 who have spent the summer developing their talents alongside experienced mentors. Guests can enjoy live music from DJ D-Mil and DJ Mad Mardigan, the official DJ of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx, along with free DJ workshops led by some of the Twin Cities' top talent.
Families can also enjoy free food, a jump castle, a rock-climbing wall, National Night Out activities, and much more.
Stop by the Hallie Q. Brown Community Center table to learn more about our programs and upcoming events.
Date: August 4th, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Location: Martin Luther King Recreation Center, 271 Mackubin Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Cost: Free and open to the public. All are welcome.
16th Annual Princess Tea Party & Table Manners
Join the Life Etiquette Institute and the NAACP St. Paul Chapter for the 16th Annual Princess Tea Party & Table Manners at Hallie Q. Brown Community Center on August 9th, 2026.
This special event offers young girls an afternoon of tea, confidence-building activities, and etiquette lessons designed to encourage kindness, grace, confidence, and respect in a fun and welcoming environment. Princesses and their supportive adults will enjoy an unforgettable experience filled with learning, laughter, and magical memories.
Participants will learn:
Table manners and tea etiquette
Proper introductions and polite conversation
Confidence, kindness, and respect
Grace, poise, and princess presence
Event Details
Date: August 9th, 2026
Check-In: 11:30 a.m.
Tea Party: 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Location: Hallie Q. Brown Community Center – The Canteen
Address: 270 North Kent Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Admission:
Princesses (ages 0–10): Free
Princesses (ages 11–15): $20
Supportive adults (ages 16 and older): $40
Advance registration is required, and space is limited. Early registration is encouraged. Join us for an elegant afternoon celebrating confidence, kindness, and the magic of being a princess.
Rondo Legacies: Through the Generations Storytime + Parent Connect with Russ Balenger
Rondo Legacies: Through the Generations
Storytime + Parent Connect with Russ Balenger
Thursday, August 27
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Rondo Community Library
Located at Hallie Q. Brown Community Center
270 N. Kent St.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Join us for an evening of storytime, a community meal, and meaningful conversation as former Saint Paul City Council Member Russ Balenger leads a discussion on building confidence in young readers and advocating for their success in school.
Families will have the opportunity to:
Enjoy an interactive storytime
Share a free community meal
Connect with local organizations supporting youth literacy
Learn strategies to encourage reading and educational success at home
This event is the third installment of Rondo Legacies: Through the Generations, a six-part series presented by the Rondo Community Library and Hallie Q. Brown Community Center. The series runs from June through November 2026, and you're welcome to attend one session or all six!
We hope you'll join us for an evening of learning, connection, and community.
Learn more by visiting the Saint Paul Public Library Events Calendar.
Partners in Prevention Clinic
Hallie Q. Brown Community Center is proud to continue offering the Partners in Prevention Clinic, a free community health resource presented in partnership with Metro State University.
Beginning on September 24th, 2026, community members are invited to stop by every Thursday (with the exception of November 26th) through December 3rd, 2026, to receive free health services, connect with knowledgeable professionals, and access valuable wellness resources in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Services may include:
Blood pressure screenings
Health education and wellness resources
Referrals to community services
Opportunities to ask questions and discuss health concerns
Additional preventative health services
Event Details
Dates: Every Thursday from September 24th, 2026, through December 3rd, 2026 (excluding November 26th, 2026)
Location: Hallie Q. Brown Community Center
Address: 270 North Kent Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Cost: Free
Whether you are looking to learn more about your health, connect with local resources, or simply check in with a trusted professional, the Partners in Prevention Clinic is here to support you. All are welcome.
Partners in Prevention Clinic
Hallie Q. Brown Community Center is proud to continue offering the Partners in Prevention Clinic, a free community health resource presented in partnership with Metro State University.
Beginning on September 24th, 2026, community members are invited to stop by every Thursday (with the exception of November 26th) through December 3rd, 2026, to receive free health services, connect with knowledgeable professionals, and access valuable wellness resources in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Services may include:
Blood pressure screenings
Health education and wellness resources
Referrals to community services
Opportunities to ask questions and discuss health concerns
Additional preventative health services
Event Details
Dates: Every Thursday from September 24th, 2026, through December 3rd, 2026 (excluding November 26th, 2026)
Location: Hallie Q. Brown Community Center
Address: 270 North Kent Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Cost: Free
Whether you are looking to learn more about your health, connect with local resources, or simply check in with a trusted professional, the Partners in Prevention Clinic is here to support you. All are welcome.
Hallie Q. Brown Community Center Annual Gala
Join us for an unforgettable evening as Hallie Q. Brown Community Center presents our Annual Gala on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026!
Please save the date and stay tuned for more details, ticket information, and exciting announcements in the coming months.
We look forward to celebrating with you and supporting the continued work and mission of Hallie Q. Brown Community Center!
Partners in Prevention Clinic
Hallie Q. Brown Community Center is proud to continue offering the Partners in Prevention Clinic, a free community health resource presented in partnership with Metro State University.
Beginning on September 24th, 2026, community members are invited to stop by every Thursday (with the exception of November 26th) through December 3rd, 2026, to receive free health services, connect with knowledgeable professionals, and access valuable wellness resources in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Services may include:
Blood pressure screenings
Health education and wellness resources
Referrals to community services
Opportunities to ask questions and discuss health concerns
Additional preventative health services
Event Details
Dates: Every Thursday from September 24th, 2026, through December 3rd, 2026 (excluding November 26th, 2026)
Location: Hallie Q. Brown Community Center
Address: 270 North Kent Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Cost: Free
Whether you are looking to learn more about your health, connect with local resources, or simply check in with a trusted professional, the Partners in Prevention Clinic is here to support you. All are welcome.
Partners in Prevention Clinic
Hallie Q. Brown Community Center is proud to continue offering the Partners in Prevention Clinic, a free community health resource presented in partnership with Metro State University.
Beginning on September 24th, 2026, community members are invited to stop by every Thursday (with the exception of November 26th) through December 3rd, 2026, to receive free health services, connect with knowledgeable professionals, and access valuable wellness resources in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Services may include:
Blood pressure screenings
Health education and wellness resources
Referrals to community services
Opportunities to ask questions and discuss health concerns
Additional preventative health services
Event Details
Dates: Every Thursday from September 24th, 2026, through December 3rd, 2026 (excluding November 26th, 2026)
Location: Hallie Q. Brown Community Center
Address: 270 North Kent Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Cost: Free
Whether you are looking to learn more about your health, connect with local resources, or simply check in with a trusted professional, the Partners in Prevention Clinic is here to support you. All are welcome.
Partners in Prevention Clinic
Hallie Q. Brown Community Center is proud to continue offering the Partners in Prevention Clinic, a free community health resource presented in partnership with Metro State University.
Beginning on September 24th, 2026, community members are invited to stop by every Thursday (with the exception of November 26th) through December 3rd, 2026, to receive free health services, connect with knowledgeable professionals, and access valuable wellness resources in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Services may include:
Blood pressure screenings
Health education and wellness resources
Referrals to community services
Opportunities to ask questions and discuss health concerns
Additional preventative health services
Event Details
Dates: Every Thursday from September 24th, 2026, through December 3rd, 2026 (excluding November 26th, 2026)
Location: Hallie Q. Brown Community Center
Address: 270 North Kent Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Cost: Free
Whether you are looking to learn more about your health, connect with local resources, or simply check in with a trusted professional, the Partners in Prevention Clinic is here to support you. All are welcome.
Partners in Prevention Clinic
Hallie Q. Brown Community Center is proud to continue offering the Partners in Prevention Clinic, a free community health resource presented in partnership with Metro State University.
Beginning on September 24th, 2026, community members are invited to stop by every Thursday (with the exception of November 26th) through December 3rd, 2026, to receive free health services, connect with knowledgeable professionals, and access valuable wellness resources in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Services may include:
Blood pressure screenings
Health education and wellness resources
Referrals to community services
Opportunities to ask questions and discuss health concerns
Additional preventative health services
Event Details
Dates: Every Thursday from September 24th, 2026, through December 3rd, 2026 (excluding November 26th, 2026)
Location: Hallie Q. Brown Community Center
Address: 270 North Kent Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Cost: Free
Whether you are looking to learn more about your health, connect with local resources, or simply check in with a trusted professional, the Partners in Prevention Clinic is here to support you. All are welcome.
Partners in Prevention Clinic
Hallie Q. Brown Community Center is proud to continue offering the Partners in Prevention Clinic, a free community health resource presented in partnership with Metro State University.
Beginning on September 24th, 2026, community members are invited to stop by every Thursday (with the exception of November 26th) through December 3rd, 2026, to receive free health services, connect with knowledgeable professionals, and access valuable wellness resources in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Services may include:
Blood pressure screenings
Health education and wellness resources
Referrals to community services
Opportunities to ask questions and discuss health concerns
Additional preventative health services
Event Details
Dates: Every Thursday from September 24th, 2026, through December 3rd, 2026 (excluding November 26th, 2026)
Location: Hallie Q. Brown Community Center
Address: 270 North Kent Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Cost: Free
Whether you are looking to learn more about your health, connect with local resources, or simply check in with a trusted professional, the Partners in Prevention Clinic is here to support you. All are welcome.
Partners in Prevention Clinic
Hallie Q. Brown Community Center is proud to continue offering the Partners in Prevention Clinic, a free community health resource presented in partnership with Metro State University.
Beginning on September 24th, 2026, community members are invited to stop by every Thursday (with the exception of November 26th) through December 3rd, 2026, to receive free health services, connect with knowledgeable professionals, and access valuable wellness resources in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Services may include:
Blood pressure screenings
Health education and wellness resources
Referrals to community services
Opportunities to ask questions and discuss health concerns
Additional preventative health services
Event Details
Dates: Every Thursday from September 24th, 2026, through December 3rd, 2026 (excluding November 26th, 2026)
Location: Hallie Q. Brown Community Center
Address: 270 North Kent Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Cost: Free
Whether you are looking to learn more about your health, connect with local resources, or simply check in with a trusted professional, the Partners in Prevention Clinic is here to support you. All are welcome.
Partners in Prevention Clinic
Hallie Q. Brown Community Center is proud to continue offering the Partners in Prevention Clinic, a free community health resource presented in partnership with Metro State University.
Beginning on September 24th, 2026, community members are invited to stop by every Thursday (with the exception of November 26th) through December 3rd, 2026, to receive free health services, connect with knowledgeable professionals, and access valuable wellness resources in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Services may include:
Blood pressure screenings
Health education and wellness resources
Referrals to community services
Opportunities to ask questions and discuss health concerns
Additional preventative health services
Event Details
Dates: Every Thursday from September 24th, 2026, through December 3rd, 2026 (excluding November 26th, 2026)
Location: Hallie Q. Brown Community Center
Address: 270 North Kent Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Cost: Free
Whether you are looking to learn more about your health, connect with local resources, or simply check in with a trusted professional, the Partners in Prevention Clinic is here to support you. All are welcome.
Partners in Prevention Clinic
Hallie Q. Brown Community Center is proud to continue offering the Partners in Prevention Clinic, a free community health resource presented in partnership with Metro State University.
Beginning on September 24th, 2026, community members are invited to stop by every Thursday (with the exception of November 26th) through December 3rd, 2026, to receive free health services, connect with knowledgeable professionals, and access valuable wellness resources in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Services may include:
Blood pressure screenings
Health education and wellness resources
Referrals to community services
Opportunities to ask questions and discuss health concerns
Additional preventative health services
Event Details
Dates: Every Thursday from September 24th, 2026, through December 3rd, 2026 (excluding November 26th, 2026)
Location: Hallie Q. Brown Community Center
Address: 270 North Kent Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Cost: Free
Whether you are looking to learn more about your health, connect with local resources, or simply check in with a trusted professional, the Partners in Prevention Clinic is here to support you. All are welcome.
Rondo Legacies: Through the Generations – Diesel Heart in Rondo: Rondo History
Join Rondo Library at Hallie Q. Brown Community Center for the second installment of Rondo Legacies: Through the Generations, a community conversation celebrating the people and stories that have shaped Saint Paul's historic Rondo neighborhood.
Former Saint Paul Police Department Sergeant Melvin Carter Jr. and former Saint Paul City Council Member Nicolas Khaliq will share their personal experiences of leading, surviving, and thriving in the heart of Rondo's rich history.
Monday, July 20th, 2026
5:30–6:30 PM
Rondo Community Library
in Clubroom C
at Hallie Q. Brown Community Center
270 N. Kent St., Saint Paul, MN 55102
This program is part of a six-part series presented by the Rondo Community
Library and Hallie Q. Brown Community Center, taking place June through November 2026. Attend one session or join us for the entire series as we explore
the legacy, resilience, and future of the Rondo community.
Rondo Days
Rondo Days is an annual festival held on the third Saturday in July in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The event commemorates the historic Rondo neighborhood, a vibrant African American community that was divided by the construction of Interstate 94 in the mid-1960s. Founded in 1982 by Floyd G. Smaller and Marvin Anderson. The event will be hosted on the ground of Hallie Q. Brown Community Center and MLK Jr. Recreation Center.
Community Wellness Fair
Join Hallie Q. Brown Community Center and Wilder Healthy Aging & Caregiver Services for a Community Wellness Fair on Friday, June 26, beginning at 10 AM.
The event will feature wellness resources, community services, educational presentations, and opportunities to connect with organizations dedicated to supporting healthy living.
Event Highlights:
10:45 AM – Welcome remarks from Benny Roberts and Kimelyn Knight
11 AM-12 PM – Complimentary lunch
Featured Presentations:
RiverLand Clinic – The Importance of Primary Care & Breast Cancer Health
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS)
Community members are encouraged to attend to learn about available health, wellness, and legal resources while connecting with local service providers committed to improving the well-being of our community.
Rondo Legacies Frank White: Baseball as a Culture
Join Rondo Library for an engaging evening with author, historian, and Rondo community leader Frank White as he shares the untold stories of Black baseball players in Minnesota and explores the cultural impact of the game on African-American communities.
Drawing from his book, They Played for the Love of the Game, White will highlight the history of Black baseball, youth recreation, and community building throughout Minnesota.
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026
5:30–7 PM
Hosted by the Rondo Community Library at Hallie Q. Brown Community Center in the Canteen
270 N. Kent Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
This program is the first installment of Rondo Legacies: Through the Generations, a six-part series presented by the Saint Paul Public Library and Hallie Q. Brown Community Center, running from June through November 2026. To learn more about the Rondo Community Library and upcoming events, visit the
Rondo Community Library Event Calendar.
All are welcome. Attend one session or join for the entire series!
