music. It’s one of those things that brings the whole city together.” In addition to the Jamboree and the Bilingual Monarch Festival, Columbia Heights hosts the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, the Holiday Train, and smaller events like the Art and Info Fair, which features food trucks, art vendors, and even llamas. Forney says these events are important to the city’s culture and help build connections between residents and local businesses. “There’s a real spirit of engagement here,” Forney says. “Whether through events, local non-profits, or neighborhood gatherings, Columbia Heights people care about their community and neighbors.” One of the city’s most beloved landmarks is the Heights Theater, a historic movie theater that has been a fixture in the community for decades. The theater hosts yearly events, including classic Christmas movie screenings and horror film festivals. 9 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 10 COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MN
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