Staring Lake Dog Park in Eden Prairie will close for a week for maintenance, including tree removal and hill stabilization, starting Oct. 27, weather permitting. Alternative dog parks are listed on the city's website.

Duluth will conduct a controlled burn of invasive buckthorn in Hartley Park during October, aiming to improve ecosystem health without closing the park.

Eden Prairie carries out controlled prairie fires to rejuvenate local ecosystems, targeting selected locations with the support of the City Parks Division and Fire Department.

Great River Water Park introduces 'Sensory Friendly Swim Time' for individuals with sensory sensitivities, offering a calm swim environment on Thursdays, with positive feedback.

Chester Park in Duluth will soon get a new ADA-compliant stage, replacing the old one. The area will remain open during construction, aimed to finish by 2026.

Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park offers a beginner archery workshop on November 1, including safety and shooting techniques. Equipment is provided, group discounts are available, and pre-booking is required.

Saint Paul's Great River Water Park hosts a Women's Swim Night on Mondays to provide an inclusive swimming environment for women and girls with religious or cultural needs.

Carver County Parks announced winter program registration, offering a range of activities like skiing, ice fishing, snowshoeing, and adventure camps. Sign-ups are easy via an app or online, encouraging outdoor fun for all ages and skill levels.

The Great Northern Regional Trail will close from October 16-19 and again from November 8 to December 14 for deer hunting seasons to manage wildlife populations.

Carver County Parks is seeking public input for Baylor Regional Park's revamp and has scheduled two open houses for community feedback on concept designs.

Unci Makha Dog Park in Saint Paul will be closed for remulching from 6:30 am until the same evening on October 14. Dog owners should find alternative parks during this time.

The MPRB is seeking a replacement for resigned District 2 Commissioner Becka Thompson, with applications open until October 24. The selection includes several rounds of board voting to determine the new commissioner.

The Minneapolis Cityscape is set to transform with the New Nicollet Development Project, aimed at revamping the old Kmart at Lake Street and Nicollet Avenue into a mixed-use area with housing, retail, green spaces, and services.