Blooming Butterflies - June 6 - Sep. 7
Butterflies continue to be a regularly performed miracle of nature, with the transformation of a frequently ugly caterpillar into an elegant butterfly. Como’s Blooming Butterflies is a new exhibit that features a variety of butterfly species and native plants that opens June 6, 2008.

Blooming Butterflies, a seasonal, free-standing butterfly exhibit resembling a caterpillar, will be a new immersion experience at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. The Gothic arch style screened structure will encompass approximately 3,000 square feet of enclosed butterfly ‘garden’ space showcasing a colorful variety of tropical annual and perennial flowering nectar plants to sustain hundreds of butterflies. The interdependency of butterflies and plants will be illustrated through the easily observed feeding behavior of butterflies in which the plant gains a ‘pollination partner’.

Count of Monte Cristo - June 13 - Aug. 23
: Celebrating 50 years of engaging audiences with their vaudeville-style theatre, the Minnesota Centennial Showboat, along with the University of Minnesota Showboat Players, brings forth an epic tale of revenge and love with "The Count of Monte Cristo.” Based on the novel by Alexandre Dumas, “Cristo” follows the life of Edmond Dantes, a young sailor to be named captain at sea and betrothed to the beautiful Mercedes. Jealousy and misfortune intervene when Danglars and others frame Dantes as a political conspirator and imprison him at the Chateau d’If for 18 years. Upon his escape from prison, Dantes, fueled with revenge and the need to win back his love, dons the persona of the powerful and cunning Count of Monte Cristo. This show will allow audiences to continue the tradition of the Showboat, cheering the hero and booing the bad guys. A story enjoyable for all audiences, this show will be a delight for any summer day.

Planning Commission - July 25

Board of Zoning Appeals - July 28

Legislative Hearings - July 29

Legislative Hearings - July 29

Zoning Committee - July 31

Como's Blooming Butterflies - June 6 - Sep. 7

E-Participation and Real World Politics - July 30
A brief survey of how online tools are changing the way public policy discussions take place.

Rise 'n Shine - July 25
Rise 'n Shine is the Saint Paul Convention and Visitor's Authority's FREE networking event for their members and prospective members to learn how the CVA is working! Learn about progress on the Republican National Convention, ask questions and get updates on the CVA's work while enjoying a complimentary breakfast.

Shiloh's Community Fun Fest - July 26