Minneapolis hosts a Halloween-themed PAWS in the Park event, featuring a dog costume parade, pet market, movie screening, and prizes at The Commons Park.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board allocates $10.3 million for the North Commons Park and Community Center project, aiming for a 2025 construction start with a focus on local and minority contractors.

Carver County Parks Department is hiring a Parks Maintenance and Forestry Supervisor to lead outdoor space maintenance and enjoy nature while managing staff, activities, and budgets.

The annual Minnehaha Creek cleanup in St. Louis Park is on Oct. 5, inviting volunteers to beautify the area with provided gear from 9 a.m. to noon, no registration required.

Scott County has started the construction of the Merriam Junction Regional Trail, expected to be a 2.2-mile paved path connecting Scott and Carver Counties upon completion in 2027.

The 10th annual U.G.L.Y. Sweater Dash returns in December for a festive 5K run through Louisiana Oaks Park, with post-race activities at Park Tavern. Registration is open with fees ranging from $40-$50.

Minneapolis' Loring Park is set to undergo renovations, including a reconstruction of Berger Fountain, funded by a $200k state grant and additional fundraising for a total of $1.5 million. Completion is expected in spring 2025.

Theodore Wirth Regional Park in Minneapolis is hosting a BioBlitz event on September 28 for community-driven species cataloging, with sessions including early birding and a free light lunch.

West River Parkway's Plank Trail is set for repairs starting in October, with disruptions expected. For updates and details, visitors can subscribe to email notices through the project page.

Minneapolis Parks offers a free training clinic for volleyball officials on October 9. Successful applicants, post background checks and registration, can earn $30 per game.

Graco Park, a new nine-acre green space, has opened in Northeast Minneapolis with restored natural areas, trails, and public art, thanks to support from Graco Inc. and environmental efforts by MWMO.

The City of Bloomington encourages residents to remove invasive buckthorn this fall, providing instructions, tools, and herbicides recommendations, with resources available on their website.

MPRB and MSC are considering the relocation of Bde Maka Ska's boat launch and Sailing Center, seeking public feedback through an open house and online survey.