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January 2022
Meet virtually with Senate District 41’s legislators
The public is invited to meet with Senator Mary Kunesh, Representative Connie Bernardy (41A) and Representative Sandra Feist (41B) at a virtual discussion that will be conducted by League of Women Voters ABC. Senate District 41 includes the communities of Columbia Heights, Fridley, Hilltop, New Brighton, Spring Lake Park and St. Anthony. Saturday, Jan. 29, 11 am-12:30 pm via Zoom. This annual legislative interview discussion will provide an opportunity for legislators to share their views and perspectives on issues important…
Find out more »February 2022
February Vital Living Classes at ESNS
Ongoing Support Groups: Via Zoom, The East Side Caregiver Support Groups can connect you to the community resources you need, help you meet and support other people with similar experiences, teach self-care strategies and coping techniques and allow you to vent, share your personal experiences, and leave feeling better for it. Attendance is open to any adult 18+ years of age who is a caregiver for an older adult. First time participants will need to request a link and password…
Find out more »Is it time to remove some Twin CIties dams and restore the Mississippi River Gorge?
In 2022, the Army Corps of Engineers will begin studying the future of two Twin Cities locks and dams: Lower St. Anthony Falls and Lock and Dam No. 1 (the "Ford dam"). One potential future outcome is removal of these dams and restoration of the Mississippi River Gorge. This presentation will explain what will be studied, potential pros and cons of dam removal, and what to expect from the Army Corps process. There will be plenty of time for Q&A…
Find out more »April 2022
Final public hearing for Graco Park
A final public hearing on the concept and design of Graco Park will be held Wednesday, April 6, 6:30 pm at Minneapolis Park Board headquarters, 2117 West River Rd. The new park next to Hall’s Island and the Plymouth Avenue Bridge is scheduled to open in 2024.
Find out more »“Today I’m Alright” free workshop
Art to Change the World and I.C.O.N. present “Today I’m Alright,” a free workshop funded by Minnesota State Arts Board (DATE TO BE DETERMINED, THIS EVENT IS BEING RESCHEDULED from its original April 16 date), in the Solar Arts building, 711 15th Ave. NE. Anyone experiencing trauma is invited to join the licensed counselor/art teacher/survivor team for two hours of resource sharing, art-making, conversation, and identifying strategies for change. Your trauma is not terminal. You are not broken. Limit of…
Find out more »Latinx community listening session
Join elected leaders and local Latino organizations in a hybrid event to strengthen community ties. Thursday, April 21, 6-7 pm. This listening session is hosted by Columbia Heights Mayor Amáda Márquez Simula and Father James of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and School, 4030 Jackson St NE. The mayor's goal in these meetings is to strengthen Heights' Latino communidad by spending time together listening and sharing, helping elected officials and organizations learn what the community needs and help make the city more…
Find out more »May 2022
Public hearing on Columbia Park Playground equipment replacement
Individuals are welcome to review the preferred concept plan for replacing equipment at Columbia Park's 2-5 year old play area and submit their comments at a public hearing on Wednesday, May 4, 6:30 pm. Proposed play equipment includes a pirate ship theme, playhouse, spinner, toddler swings and a child/adult combined swing. The hearing takes place during a regularly scheduled meeting of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB). To speak in person, call 612-230-6400 before 3 pm on May 4,…
Find out more »Livable Lowry workshop
Join Hennepin County project staff on Wednesday, May 11, 6-8 pm for the Livable Lowry–Lowry Avenue reconstruction virtual public workshop to learn more about the design layout concepts for the 1.7-mile corridor. This virtual workshop will be hosted via Zoom at bit.ly/LivableLowry with interpretation in English and Spanish, and participation is welcomed in both languages. Visit the project website at hennepin.us/livable-lowry for more information, upcoming events and announcements, and to sign up for email updates.
Find out more »Environmental engagement in Northeast Park
The Northeast Park Neighborhood Association (NEPNA) will host an evening of environmental engagement for renters and homeowners in Northeast Park on Thursday, May 12, 5 pm outside the Northeast Park Recreation Center 1530 Johnson St NE, or inside if inclement weather. Neighborhood organizations and representatives will share ways one can be environmentally friendly while saving money. Right after the event at 6:30, stay for the monthly meeting to learn how you can lend your talents to help Northeast Park be a thriving,…
Find out more »Minneapolis People’s Climate & Equity Plan meetings
Ward 1 residents concerned about how economic inequity and climate change impact their communities can meet with a group of local citizens working with MN350 and other local equity and climate groups to pass The People's Climate and Equity Plan with the City of Minneapolis. They're meeting with Ward 1 City Council Member Elliott Payne soon to discuss the details and to seek his support in getting it passed. The plan focuses on creating local green jobs and starts with…
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