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
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
GESCC Board Meeting
The next Board Meeting will take place on Wednesday, Aug 20, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Kramer Community Room- NOTE THIS NEW LOCATION
1380 Rose Ave behind Aldi
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. this is hybrid but we encourage you to come in person.
GESCC Board Meeting
The next Board Meeting will take place on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:45pm
Location TBD- Library or Kramer Room
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.
GESCC Annual Meeting
Location: Hazel Park Rec Center
Join GESCC for the annual meeting and community party the afternoon of Oct 4th.
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!
Clean Up Day Hosted by GESCC and the City of St Paul
Mark your calendars!
Saturday
May 17 2025
Starting at 10am
Meet at:
1291 Etna St,
Saint Paul, MN 55106
CoHosted by the City of St Paul and GESCC
Bags and gloves will be provided free of charge
Contact d2jessica@outlook.com for more information
GESCC Board Meeting
GESCC Board Meeting: April 16, 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!
March 2025 GESCC Board Meeting
GESCC Board Meeting: March 19, 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: Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Location: Hayden Heights Library (In-person) tentative location may change- watch for updates
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.
GESCC February Board Meeting
Date: Wednesday, February 19
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Zoom - Due to cold weather we will meet on zoom not in person *********************
This is an open meeting, and we want to hear your voice and ideas to make the GESCC the best place to live! Come share your thoughts and help shape our community.
GESCC BOARD MEETING
GESCC Board Meeting: January 15, 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: Wednesday, January 15, 2025
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!
GESCC Renter Forum
Join the Greater East Side Community Council on Thursday, Jan 2, 2025
6:00-7:30 PM
Hayden heights Library
1456 White Bear Ave
Come participate in an open discussion on community needs.
Food and childcare will be provided.
Questions?
Contact d2giovonnia@outlook.com
651-867-7511
GESCC Board Meeting
Join the GESCC and community members for the final board meeting of the year. This meeting is publicly accessible, and everyone is encouraged to attend.
It is a hybrid event, and a recording will be available. Contact the office for Zoom info but we prefer to see everyone in person.
This is going to be at the Hayden Heights Library
Renter Forum Hosted by GESCC
Come participate in an open discussion on community needs. Food and childcare will be provided.
All District 2 residents are eligible for a $20 stipend.
Questions?
Contact d2giovonnia@outlook.com
GESCC Open House
Join the GECC staff, Board Members, and community partners for a fun and casual gathering at our annual drop-in event! This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with familiar faces, meet new people, and celebrate the amazing work happening in our community. We’ll be serving light appetizers throughout the event, so feel free to grab a bite while you mingle and enjoy the evening. Whether you’ve been a part of GECC for years or are new to the organization, we’d love to see you there and share the excitement for the year ahead. No need to RSVP—just drop by, say hello, and make some great connections!
Bonfire and Fall Fest
Fall Fest & Bonfire Hayden Heights
Meeting Details Date(s): Fri 10/11
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Hayden Heights Recreation Center
1965 E. Hoyt Ave.Saint Paul, MN, 55119
(651)298-5716
Carter Work Project
The 2024 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project is a landmark milestone for Habitat for Humanity, marking the project’s 40th anniversary. This fall, the Carter Work Project is hosted by Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity right here in St. Paul, Minneasota! Thousands of volunteers and VIPs will gather and build on 30 homes at The Heights, a new development in St. Paul’s Greater East Side. Get all the details here: https://www.tchabitat.org/carter-work-project-2024
Renter Forum Hosted by GESCC
Join the Great East Side Community Council on Thursday September 5th
6:00-7:30 PM
Hayden heights Library
1456 White BEar Ave
National Night Out - GESCC at Hayden Heights Rec
Join us at Hayden Heights for the 2024 National Night Out Ice Cream Social!
1965 Hoyt Ave E, St Paul, MN 55119