Minnesota’s Oldest DQ Then and Now
This Roseville Dairy Queen built in 1947 may be in danger of demolition. In 2010 the Minnesota Preservation Alliance put the building on their Top 10 Most Endangered Historic Places list. The building has not yet been nominated for the National Register of Historic Places, the Alliance believes it would be eligible. The building has [...]
The Nokomis Theater Then and Now
The Nokomis Theatre opened in 1917, was operated by Finkelatein & Rubin Theatres, later by Publix and then Minnesota Amusement Co. closed in 1951. Later converted to an auto body shop. The Nokomis Theater is currently being renovated for the Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center.
Perkin’s Pancake House Then and Now
The Perkins chain was founded by William Smith, but it takes its name from Ohioans Mat and Ivan Perkins. Smith launched his first Smitty’s pancake house in Seattle, Washington, in 1957, featuring his own special pancake recipe. The Perkins brothers adopted Smith’s recipes and took them to Silverton, Ohio, a suburb of Cincinnati, in 1958, [...]
Monday’s Mural
This colorful mural at 38th and Bloomington and reminds me of something similar where the Midtown Greenway goes under 35w.I’ll have to snap that one for the blog the next time I feel manly enough to ride my bike to work. You can find out more than you ever wanted to know about this intersection [...]
Saint Paul Vocal Forum Winter Concert
The Saint Paul Vocal Forum is dedicated to exploring important societal topics through vocal music. They differ from other choral organizations in our intent to produce “choral forums” on topics which are “discussed” through music, text and poetry that is designed to give focus and depth to the overall presentation. Join the St. Paul Vocal [...]
