"This event was planned on a short timeline in response to a critical event, because staying connected and supported right now matters. It was organized by volunteer community members, and we especially welcome Helix residents and their loved ones to join together."

I got laid off today and we get the keys to our new apartment tomorrow. Originally we were going to get the uhaul and move everything next weekend, but now, it's important that we try to get the moving expenses all covered with my last paycheck, before the month rolls over. Only 1 of my friends can help. We just need to move the furniture only, no boxes.

Where can I look for help that won't cost us? We no longer have money to spare. Even 1 more body for 2 hours would be enough. I thought about asking in a community hub chat but I'm not a part of any community groups/vetted chats, and the turnaround is so quick... ideas and options appreciated right now.

Hi everyone. Sorry to bother you

A friend of mine here in St. Louis Park lost a lot after a fire hit their apartment building. They're now dealing with the fallout, temporary housing, replacing belongings that were damaged or destroyed, and the cost of resettling somewhere new.

I set up a GoFundMe to help them cover these costs. So far, we've raised $1,150 toward a $15,000 goal, with 12 people who've generously chipped in. If you're able to give even a little, or share this with someone who might, it would mean a lot.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/urgent-help-for-fire-survivors-in-st-louis-park

Thank you for reading I really appreciate you all

If you or anyone you know is a Helix resident, please come take donated items from our wonderful community. We have lots of food, drinks, baby items, and pet items.

So many of our incredible community members came together today, donating, organizing, and caring for one another even without the assistance of Red Cross. I can't say enough how proud I am to call myself a St. Louis Park resident. A special shoot-out to Rustica Bakery for bringing fresh, homemade pastries and food items. Please give them your business if you're able.

An open letter regarding my time on the St. louis Park High School swim team (late 1980s)

To the person who coached my original high school swimming team in the 1980s, I have a message: I still have nightmares about you. I had one last night, in fact.

Which brings us to this message today. I've spent the day wondering if it's wise or even needful to speak up after all this time. But what you did was unfair. Carrying the shame and burden alone has been unfair as well. I relive it every time I have that dream. So, I'm sharing it at long last.

You mentally and emotionally bullied me. You took a deeply depressed adolescent and made everything so, so much worse.

You repeatedly told me, verbatim, that I was a disappointment and berated me for my lack of leadership skills and qualities.

I was in 9th and 10th grades in those years. I was neither the coach nor a captain. I was an introvert trying extremely hard to focus on swimming fast and excelling at school. To this day, people can do a lot worse than to follow such an example.

But you? As someone in the actual leadership position of coach, what kind of example did you set for others to emulate?

You repeatedly singled me out, kept me after practice at times, even cornered me in the gym to tell me what a terrible and disappointing teammate I was. You detained me in front of a witness, the assistant coach, only once. And they just stood there, said nothing, and listened like what you were saying and doing was ok. Useless and worthless, just like you.

Far more inappropriately, you isolated me - I was utterly alone - in an intramural locker room at the state high school championships in 1987 just to deliver more of your bullying and harassment.

How powerless I was. How undeserving I was of that treatment. Every. Single. Time.

There is absolutely no defense for what you did. Zero.

Forty years later and you still live rent free in my nightmares.

In them, like always, I am in the pool, and you are on deck. You won't allow me to leave without a face-to-face demeaning confrontation. So, I stay stuck in the pool, knowing very well what will happen if I get out. Eventually, I go underwater so I don't have to hear you anymore. I stay underwater so long I learn how to breathe and exist there. I'm all alone down there, surrounded by sadness and devastation with just the sound of water gurgling in my ears.

When I wake up, I am always angry, and so, so sad. Just like last night.

My relationship with swimming was already complex, but you made it absolutely miserable and led me to feel even more horrible about myself.

Heaven alone knows how many others you've shamed, bullied, and made suffer as well. In fact I've already heard that you did.

I am a swimming coach now. I would never, ever consider saying or doing such things or behaving in such a way. I don't know about back then, but it is now required that swim coaches take course after educational course, annually, on bullying prevention with warnings about the potential for abuse of power. Every time I take those courses I think of you and how you were everything they warned against and the very antithesis of what they teach and require.

Forgetting you, your abuse, and your bullying is beyond me. Forgiving is not in my wheelhouse either at this point. Someday I hope to let go of it, but it won't be today or any day after the nightmare about you revisits.

P.S. As a side note, that as a fifteen-year-old, I was the one to educate you about the fact that the lead swimmer on a relay gets an official time was an enormous red flag about your lack of knowledge on the sport and your appallingly poor qualifications for that job.

Ok, now I'm done.

Note: If you were on the SLPHS team during this era and remember these events, or had similar experiences, please feel free to reach out to me directly via private message. You are not alone!

We were just sent home from soccer games at Louisiana Oaks due to smoke & first responders wanting to potentially use the fields.

Have people attended any Q&A sessions about this proposal? I'm absolutely for funding schools, and would rather have a special tax assessment than to pull funds from the general fund to replace the boilers. But $50 Million!?!? Is that number for real? It feels off by an entire order of magnitude.

For reference, I asked AI (I know, I know), how much it would cost to build a HS for 1400 students from scratch, and it quoted "between $98M and $180M" which actually feels reasonable. With that kind of levy we're between 1/3-1/2 of the way to just building a brand new HS.

Can anybody give context to why this number actually makes sense?

I’m closely considering both and see the appeal. What are your thoughts?

I recently moved to SLP to be nearer to my mom, who is having health issues. When I was at her condo recently, I discovered that both her kitchen and main-level bathroom sinks are clogged (I tried several Drano treatments, and they barely made a dent), and her main-level toilet now gurgles when she flushes it. Can anyone recommend a good, reasonably priced plumber? I'm not working right now, and will be paying for it. TIA

I am super open to exploring any options you think might be good for us! I have a 13 year old with autism level 2 and BPD. He’s a great kiddo but his neurodivergence can make it hard to fit in at times. Despite that he is super socially driven and loves to make friends. I am trying to get some advice on any kind of inclusive groups, it doesn’t have to be specifically for neurodivergent kids and teens, but it’s always nice to know you are joining something that is understanding and empathetic. He’s interested in things like hockey, art, crafting, animals, and so much more. Please feel free to send me a private message as well!

Looking to move to the area in October. I’d like to be around other working professionals (ideally late 20s/30s - not right out of college). I work in Golden Valley. My budget is around 2,200 but ideally I’d find soemthing nice for less! I need garage parking and in unit laundry, and I’d like a nice place with amenities. I’ve had a lot of rough apartments in the past (coming from Chicago) so I’d love places to avoid and why, just as much as places to check out. Thanks friends!!

I’m moving to slp for work this sep and on an apartment hunt. I’m looking for a 1 bed apt with 2 parking spot. My ideal budget is 1800/mo could be less.

I was curious to see if yall have some recommendations on the apartments close by Excelsior blv or in SLP area! TIA

Does anyone have a reputable and fairly priced recommendation for a Fiat Pop repair? I've seen some good recs for German car repair, I'm curious if that extends to Fiats or if there's another place I can check out. Thanks!

Hi! We are looking to move in the next few months and our current house is cramped with stuff (and 2 little kids!) so hoping for recommendations of a storage unit around here that’s decently priced and protective of your stuff (no water seepage or anything like that).

Thanks in advance!!

I saw a bright blue Waymo drive past my house in SLP, while I happened to be making dinner. I'm curious to know if anyone else caught a glimpse of it? It went by so fast I wasn't able to grab a pic. I knew Waymos were starting to test in Minneapolis, but it was surreal to actually see one roll through my neighborhood. I'll be curious to see when they actually launch and what their service area will be.

St. Louis Park Lions Pancake Breakfast

Presented By:

St. Louis Park Lions Club

Dates:

Sunday June 14, 2026

Price:

Adults $10 Kids 5 & under Free!

Time:

8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

3700 Monterey Dr

St. Louis Park, MN 55416

My husband and I are moving with an infant to St Louis Park soon and are looking for family-friendly apartment recommendations.

We are looking for a 1 or 2 bedroom apartment, and ideally it:

- Has a playground

- Has parking (covered or on-street is fine)

-Is quieter and feels like a home

- Is affordable

If you have recommendations we can look into, please let me know. Things like being close to parks and having a fitness centre are good perks, but not essential. More interested in somewhere that is well managed and feels homely, and suitable for raising a child. Thanks!

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SLP Pride Pop-up!

11am-2pm I MARCH @2pm

ROC & WOLFE PARK

3700 Monterey Dr

St. Louis Park 55416

ALL ARE WELCOME

Bring games, activities, art, or crafte to share or JUST SHOW UP to hang out, have a picnic, & meet neighbors, LGBTQIA+ community, & allies.

This is a casual community-organized event.

Join Signal (QR Code) for more info or to get involved!

Bring your own food, beverages (no substances), blankets, & chairs for the community picnic.

There will be tables and chairs provided to

accommodate 100 people.

Visibility! Joy! Connection!