East Side Environmental Justice Food Give-away
Join your neighbors from the East Side Environmental Justice Group in collaboration with Mom’s Foodshelf for a mutual aid event with free food, local resources and talk about clean air, community health and environmental justice on the East Side.
Larpenteur Redesign Meeting
Ramsey County is hosting a open house on the Larpenteur Ave redesign and construction. This is the first of several open houses with a tentative start of construction in 2027. Event will be at the Gladstone Community Center, 1945 Manton Ave, Maplewood
Neighborhood Litter Clean Up
Join your neighbors as we clean up Furness Parkway from Maryland moving north. For more information, contact Jess at d2jessica@outlook.com or call the office at 651-774-2220.
East Side Mayoral Debate
Join your east side neighbors for a forum featuring mayoral candidates.
Burglary Prevention Workshop
Join your neighbors for this presentation on crime prevention through environmental design.
GESCC Neighborhood Block Party and Annual Elections
Location: Hazel Park Rec Center
Join GESCC for the annual elections and community party the afternoon of Oct 4th from noon-3:30pm
GESCC Board Meeting
The next Board Meeting will take place on Tuesday Sept 16, this is a date change
Kramer Room 1380 Rose Ave
All board members are encouraged to attend as we’ll be discussing key updates, upcoming events, and organizational priorities. Please arrive on time and come prepared to engage in productive conversation.
Neighborhood Clean Up
Meet near Cesar Chavez school and help clean up the neighborhood. Contact Jess if you have questions
d2jessica@outlook.com
10:00 AM start to about noon
Bags and gloves will be provided
Compost Workshop Hosted by GESCC
Learn about composting with GESCC staff Jessica Landucci at the Kramer Room (1380 Rose Ave) in this event co-sponsored by GESCC and the City of St Paul. The event is Saturday, Sept 6 starting at 10:00 AM running till 11:30 AM. This event is free! If you have any questions reach out to d2jessica@outlook.com.
GESCC Board Meeting
The next Board Meeting will take place on Wednesday, Aug 20, 2025, 6:30p,
ZOOM***************** This is moved to ZOOM due to AC issues!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is now a Zoom meeting. See homepage info
Fair Housing Workshop
Location: Hayden Heights Library —-LOCATION CHANGE!
Due to the data issues, the library can’t host this event. Please come to the Kramer Room 1380 Rose Ave
Learn about your rights as a renter and what resources the City of St. Paul can provide. The workshop will be a hybrid event. Attendees will receive a gift card and light appetizers
National Night Out
Join your neighbors for a night of family fun at Hayden Heights Rec Center….. This event is co-hosted by GESCC and the City of St Paul. There will be free hotdogs, chips and ice-cream as well as raffles, games and prizes. This is a RAIN OR SHINE event
GESCC Board Meeting
The next Board Meeting will take place on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Hayden Heights Library, located at 1456 White Bear Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55106. All board members are encouraged to attend as we’ll be discussing key updates, upcoming events, and organizational priorities. Please arrive on time and come prepared to engage in productive conversation. Hybrid option for those that can’t attend in person.
Fair Housing Workshop
Location: Hayden Heights Library
Learn about your rights as a renter and what resources the City of St. Paul can provide. The workshop will be a hybrid event. Attendees will receive a gift card and light appetizers
Popsicle Meet N Greet PopUp Event
Prosperity Heights Park
Contact d2mariam@outlook.com for more info
EVIE Spot Network Community Workshop
Help shape transportation in your community! Share your opinions about where the EV spot should expand into the east side!
A $50 stipend will be given for all attendees.
Arlington Hills Library 1200 Payne Ave
Somali translation available.
Air Monitoring Workshop
Community Air Monitoring Workshop
Hosted by Greater East Side Community Council & MPCA AirNet
This session is mapping out where you as a commuinty want the monitors to go in the neighborhood
Contact d2jessica@outlook.com
Kramer Room: 1380 Rose Ave
EV Spot Network Community Workshop
Help shape transportation in your community! Share your opinions about where the EV spot should expand into the east side!
A $50 stipend will be given for all attendees.
Hmong American Partnership
EV SPOT Network Community Workshop
Help shape transportation in your community! Share your opinions about where the EV spot should expand into the east side!
A $50 stipend will be given for all attendees.
Indigenous Roots Cafe- 788 E 7th Street
Spanish translation available from GESCC staff
Clean Up Day
Clean Up White Bear Avenue on Saturday June 21
The exact meeting spot is TBD.
No registration is required- just show up and stay as long as you can
Please bring your own water bottle- bags and gloves will be provided
Questions? Contact Jess Landucci at d2jessica@outlook.com
Fair Housing Workshop
Learn about your rights as a renter and what resources the City of St. Paul can provide. The workshop will be a hybrid event. Attendees will receive a gift card to Cub and light appetizers.
Kramer Community Room
1380 Rose Ave
Popsicle Pop Up Meet and Greet
Come meet the GESCC at Prosperity Heights Park from 4-6pm
Community Meeting (AIRNET)
Community Air Monitoring Workshop
Hosted by Greater East Side Community Council & MPCA AirNet
Location:
1380 ROSE AVE (KRAMER COMMUNITY ROOM)
Overview of the AirNet project and its relevance to our neighborhood
Insights into local air quality data
Sharing of personal experiences and concerns regarding air pollution
Collaborative discussions on where to focus air monitoring efforts
GESCC BOARD MEETING
GESCC Board Meeting: May 21, 2025
You’re Invited to the Greater East Side Community Council (GESCC) Board Meeting!
Stay connected with your neighbors and take part in shaping the future of our community.
Meeting Details
Date: Third Wednesday of every month
Time: 6:30-7:45
Location: Hayden Heights Library (In-person)
Virtual Option: Can’t join in person? Attend via Zoom!
Why Attend?
Share Your Ideas: Your voice matters! Bring your thoughts and suggestions to the table.
Stay Informed: Get updates on key community projects, initiatives, and news.
Connect with Neighbors: Meet fellow residents and build connections that strengthen our community.
This meeting is open to everyone—whether you’ve lived in the Greater East Side for years or just moved here, we want to hear from you!