Urban, Local, Historic
Welcome to Little Bohemia, an eclectic, historic, urban neighborhood in Saint Paul. We are located in the bustling West 7th Street area, a stone's throw from the Mississippi River, near Downtown. Little Bohemia is an amazing place to live, work and play, where neighbors share a common interest in a sustainable quality of life and support our neighborhood schools, parks, businesses and cultural institutions. This site is hosted by the Little Bohemia Neighborhood Association (LBNA). Go to the About section to find out more about us and to join us in our efforts.
New and Events
Little Bohemia's National Night Out Celebration
When: Tuesday, August 1, 2017 Where: Pleasant Place (Corner of Forbes Ave, Garfield St, and Harrison Ave) Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Join the LBNA as neighbors get together for the annual national night out celebration at Pleasant Place. Once again we are having a pot luck, so bring a dish to share, and bring your own beverages. We hope to have visits from the Saint Paul Police and Fire Departments. We welcome games and other activities for kids. For questions or more information, contact us at mail@littlebohemiastpaul.org. National Night Out, held on the 1st Tuesday of every August, is a nationwide event designed to build partnerships, strengthen relationships between neighbors and law enforcement, and raise crime prevention awareness across the nation. Click here for more information on National Night Out from the City of Saint Paul. 
West End Neighborhood Garden Tour
Featured Little Bohemia Thank you to the hundreds of visitors, neighbors and residents who visited Little Bohemia for this year's event. The West End Neighborhood Garden Tour took place in Little Bohemia on June 10, 2017. We were excited to have the focus on our neighborhood and the chance to invite Little Bohemia neighbors to showcase their gardens on the tour. Over the eight year history of the tour, more than 140 gardens in the West End have been featured. Go to fortroadfederation.org for a tour guide and more information. 
35E Bike Path Enhancement Project
The Minnesota Department of Transportation in partnership with MN Nature, the Little Bohemia Neighborhood Association, the City of Saint Paul, Minnesota Tree Care Advocates and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has launch a 3-year project to enhance the landscape surrounding the bike path that runs along 35E, from Grand Ave to St Clair Ave in the Little Bohemia Neighborhood. A significant investment on the part of our project partners, this beautification project will provide greater enjoyment and safety for everyone who used the trail. More… LBNA Designates 35E Bike Path "Little Bohemia Trail"
At our January meeting, the LIttle Bohemia neighborhood association formally voted to adopt a new name for the bike path that runs along 35E from Grand Ave to St Clair Ave as the "Little Bohemia Trail." Known informally as the 35E Bike Path, the LBNA thought the time was right to give the path a new name, in light of the work that has been done as a part of a 3-year project to enhance the landscaping around the path (see below for details). Input and suggestions on a new name for the path had been sought from neighbors through our monthly meetings, social media and an ad in the Community Reporter newspaper. In addition to the landscape work, the LBNA has also secured Capital Improvement Budget funds to rehabilitate the path, add new lighting, and other trail enhancements. Work on this portion of the path will begin in 2016. Little Bohemia Neighborhood Association Awarded CIB Grant
The LBNA proposal for enhancements to the 35E Bike Path has been included in the final recommendations of the Capital Improvement Budget Committee! The proposal includes resurfacing the path from Grand Ave to St Clair, additional lighting, cross walk improvements at Grand and St Clair Aves, and access to water in Pleasant Place. Work will begin in 2016, and the project concludes in 2017. Click here to read the full LBNA proposal, and click here to see the final CIB recommendations. 
Former St. Paul Firehouse to Find New Life as Wine Bar
Posted June 22, 2017 by KSTP News A former Saint Paul firehouse built in 1872 is getting new life: The building near Grand Avenue and West 7th Street will become a wine bar. Last year, neighborhood groups filed a lawsuit against the developer to stop him from demolishing the building. Now, the developer plans to turn it into a wine bar as he builds a new Marriott hotel next door. More... 
City Seeks Developers for Little Bohemia Property
Posted November 18, 2016 by Finance and Commerce St. Paul has released a request for proposals for its Inspiring Communities program, an initiative where the city’s Housing and Redevelopment Authority will pay developers to rehabilitate old properties or build new homes on priority sites. The city is prioritizing the homes at 69 Garfield St. in the Little Bohemia neighborhood. More... |
LBNA Monthly Meeting
When: Thursday, Sept 7, 2017 Where: TBD Time: 7 to 9 p.m. Monthly meeting of the LBNA (there is no meeting in August). We discuss issues and events that impact our neighborhood. Meetings are held at neighbors homes. Click here to view minutes from past meetings. Rehab and Homeowner Classes
Preservation Alliance of Minnesota offers classes and workshops that help you better understand and maintain your home, such as Handyman Special, Plaster Repair, or Winterizing Wooden Windows. Click here for schedules and more information. Join Our Garden Committee
The LBNA is working on gardening projects throughout the neighborhood, centering around Pleasant Place and the 35E bike path. If you would like to volunteer your time and talents toward the beautification of Little Bohemia, email us at info@littlebohemiastpaul.org. Pleasant Park Adopt A Container Calendar
Click here to view the weekly calendar for trash collection at Pleasant Place or sign up to become a volunteer! If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us at info@littlebohemiastpaul.org. 
Little Bohemia T-Shirts On Sale
Pick up a LBNA T-shirt, featuring the Little Bohemia Neighborhood Association logo. Cost is $10. Proceeds from the sale of our shirts help support LBNA activities, such as the annual neighborhood garage sale. Click here to submit an online order. |
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LBNA Meeting Minutes
Get caught up to date on issues and recent activity of the LBNA. Click here for minutes from our monthly meetings. If you are a neighbor or local business and are interested in hosting an upcoming meeting, email us at info@littlebohemiastpaul.org. |
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Vision Statement
Our vision is to develop a safe, clean, pedestrian-friendly urban residential neighborhood, with eclectic character and inviting green/recreational spaces that encourage positive uses and bring people together. |
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