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By Marcus Chen
Taste of Thornton Park returns Nov. 5 for its 25th anniversary
Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Managing Editor · St. Paul, MN
Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.
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Taste of Thornton Park will return Thursday, Nov. 5, bringing food and drink samples from neighborhood businesses to a street party benefiting the Thornton Park Neighborhood Association.The event runs from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., rain or shine, around the Four Rivers Fountain at East Washington Street and Hyer Avenue.Advance tickets are available at ThorntonPark.org for $45. Admission is $55 at the gate and includes unlimited food and drink samples from participating businesses, according to organizers.Food and drinks support neighborhood projectsCelebrating its 25th year, the fundraiser showcases area restaurants, bars and other businesses that donate their products and time. A DJ will provide music throughout the evening.Participants will compete for awards in five categories: Best Savory, Best Sweet, Best Cocktail, Best Brew and Best Presentation/Display.The event typically draws more than 400 attendees, organizers said.Proceeds support fountain upkeep, quarterly neighborhood newsletters
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