Neighborhoods

All things about colored glass mesmerize me.

Artsy pieces slumped in warm colors of yellows, oranges, and reds;

Or opaque glass bits in blues and greens polished by the sea.

The east side of Saint Paul is a self-described “area in transition.” In the mid-century, it was a hub for industry. Hamms brewery, Whirlpool and the 3M plant were all located there and supported thousands of blue collar jobs. But today, those businesses have closed down, and the area is in the process of re-branding itself as up-and-coming.

In an effort to involve more St. Anthony Park residents in the St. Anthony Park Community Council elections, the council’s board of directors is moving its annual elections from April to November.

Starting in early June, the St. Anthony Park Library, 2245 Como Ave., will close to begin facility upgrades that will include creating more community space by redesigning the customer service desk area and installing an automated materials handling system. Currently, the library is planning to reopen on Aug. 1.