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October 2023
Stories from our physically disabled neighbors
First Lutheran Church hosts a panel discussion to help community members, families and students better understand the insights and challenges that come from living with a physical disability.Panelists: Joe Woods, retired veteran; Dave Meyer, First Lutheran member; John Peterson, retired University of Minnesota employee; Matt Palm, First Lutheran member; Shea Roberts Gyllen, (they/them) is a white, queer non-binary person who lives with chronic pain and recently sustained their fifth documented concussion. Wednesday, Oct. 18, 6:30-7:30 pm, First Lutheran Church, 1555…
Find out more »Apply now for Theater Latté Da grant
From now until Jan. 15, 2024, Theater Latté Da will accept applications for its NEXT Generation Commission. The commission will go to BIPOC and women artists and will support the creation and development of new musical theater projects. In addition to the $20,000 commission awarded to the individual artist or creative team, the project will receive creative and developmental support over an 18-month period, including two developmental workshops totaling a minimum of 50 hours. See www.latteda.org/next-generation-commission for complete submission details.
Find out more »Fall bazaar
St. Michael’s and St. George’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 505 4th St. NE, Sunday, Oct. 22, 12-3 pm. Cash prize bingo, basket raffles, Ukrainian luncheon, bake sale, kids' games, vendors. Portion of proceeds to aid Ukraine.
Find out more »Ward 3 candidate forum
Listen to Ward 3 City Council candidates, October 23, 7-8 pm, MCN6 Studios, 1229 2nd St. NE. Co-sponsors: Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association, Sheridan Neighborhood Association, St. Anthony West Neighborhood Association. The forum will be livestreamed and can be viewed after the event at lwvmpls.org. Voters can submit questions before the event to vote@lwvmpls.org. Those attending the forum can also submit questions at the event.
Find out more »Exchange Club announces fall speaker lineup
East Minneapolis Exchange Club invites everyone to their fall speakers series. Meetings are held Wednesdays at 12 pm, Elsie's Banquet Room, 729 Marshall St. NE. Free, optional $15 lunch available. RSVP required to Paul at 612-242-1059 or Tom at 612-597-4194. Sept. 20 Mary Ostapenko Anstett, new President of East Side Neighborhood Services. Sept. 27: Nick Torborg, Inspector 2nd Police Precinct. Oct. 4: Kevin Reich, Exec. Director Mississippi Watershed Management Organization. Oct. 11: Michael Rainville, Ward 3 City Council Member. Oct. 18:…
Find out more »Empty Bowls for SACA
Wednesday, Oct. 25, 4-7 pm, John Murzyn Hall, 530 Mill St. NE. Enjoy a meal of soup, bread and dessert made by local restaurants, live entertainment from local organizations and an art sale (new this year) with all proceeds going to SACA Food Shelf. Free will donation. Every person who donates receives a handmade bowl to take home as a reminder of hunger in the community.
Find out more »Neighborhood merger vote
Following a Sept. 18 update at Beltrami Park, a merger vote will take place 6:30 pm Wednesday, Oct. 25 at the Northeast Park recreation center, 1530 Johnson St. NE. The merger will be considered a yes vote by a 51% approval from members of the Beltrami, Logan Park and Northeast Park neighborhoods.
Find out more »Halloween party at Van Cleve Park
Bring your little ghosts and goblins to the Van Cleve Park Halloween party. Age appropriate games, activities and treats all culminate in a magic show at the end. It will be low scare but high fun for all kids and families. Van Cleve Park, 901 15th Ave. SE, Saturday, Oct. 28, 11 am-12:30 pm.
Find out more »Truck or Treat
Truck or Treat will take place Saturday, Oct. 28, 1-4 pm at Huset Park, 3965 Jefferson St. NE. Puppet wagon performances, pet costume contest, free candy and hot beverages while supplies last. Visit Columbia Heights and community booths, vehicles, paint a snowplow blade.
Find out more »Halloween Friends and Family Festival
Saturday, Oct. 28, 4 pm. Family costume flaunt. Bring a treat to share. Pumpkin (piñata) smash at 6 pm. Free. OYNA Outdoor Preschool, 1808 Taylor St. NE. RSVP oynaoutdoorpreschool.com/rsvp.
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