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October 2024
War Reports: Labor Camp
Responding to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Piotr Szyhalski began drawing Labor Camp Reports once again. Much like the COVID-19: Labor Camp Report series from 2020, this new and ongoing body of work serves as a way of witnessing and recording the experience of “extreme historical phenomenon” unfolding in real time. Although addressing specific conflicts, many of the War Reports operate on a more universal level condemning war and militarism while drawing our attention to the plight of civilians and refugees. Opening…
Find out more »9th Street block party
Ambiente Gallerie along with Minneapolis Cider Company host the 9th Street Block Party at 635 SE 9th St. on Thursday, Oct. 10th, 3 pm-7 pm. Free event featuring free chair massages, pickleball, cornhole, things to try & things to buy. Several vendors, lots of door prizes will be given away. Plus artist Theresa Hutch will be onsite with her artwork on display as well. Food & beverages available.
Find out more »Free Community Dinner at Faith UMC
Faith United Methodist Church, 2708 33rd Ave. NE, will hold a free community dinner every second Thursday of the month from 5-6 pm. Everyone is welcome. Upcoming dates are Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12.
Find out more »Share your thoughts on Heights Safety Action Plan
Help identify areas in the city that are unsafe for people walking, biking, rolling, driving or using transit. An interactive comment map (https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/4269dd590e454eec8ac972673eddceaf) is available for public feedback. The deadline to submit feedback is Sept 30. An open house will be held Thursday, Oct. 10, 5-7 pm at Columbia Heights City Hall.
Find out more »HeightsNEXT fall cleanup
Gather at the Columbia Heights Public Library at 9 am Saturday, Oct. 12, to get safety vests, garbage bags and street assignments. Park assignments are made for families with young children who participate. Each group goes to their area and safely picks up trash from the sidewalks and vegetation along the sidewalks (or park). Dress for the weather. Wear gloves to pick up trash safely. The event will be canceled if there is dangerous weather, but otherwise, it’s held rain…
Find out more »Vital Living Book Club: “Thursday Murder Club”
Saturday, Oct. 12, 9-10 am. This month’s book is “Thursday Murder Club.” To register and receive the Zoom link for this statewide book club: 612-787-4086 or VitalLiving@esns.org
Find out more »LPNA Clothing Swap
Saturday, Oct. 12, 10 am-1 pm, Logan Park Recreation Center, 690 13th Ave. NE. Bring no more than 15 clothing items you no longer want or need (in clean, wearable condition-something you would give to a friend) to share in the swap, then “shop” the items others have brought. No undergarments or socks, adult-sized pajamas, workout clothing/yoga pants, clothing with embroidered or screen printed personalization (i.e., team sweatshirts), housewares, bedding, linens or toys. There is no requirement to bring items…
Find out more »Recycle or repair your electronics
Recycle or repair your electronics and small appliances at the St. Anthony Electronics Recycling Event and Fix-It Clinic, Saturday, Oct. 12, 10 am-2 pm, St. Anthony City Hall, 3301 Silver Lake Rd. Drop off old phones, electronics and small appliances for recycling, or work with volunteers to repair your items. This is event is cash only.
Find out more »Saturday Scribes Author Series: David Housewright, Alison McGhee
Gather at the Columbia Heights Library, 3939 Central Ave. NE, for the Saturday Scribes Author Series, featuring local Minnesota authors. Learn about the author’s inspirations, writing process and more. Registration recommended. David Housewright leads off Saturday, Sept. 14, 10:30 am-12 pm. A past president of the Private Eye Writers of America, Housewright is best known for his Rushmore McKenzie and Holland Taylor detective novels as well as other tales of murder and mayhem in the Midwest. He earned the Edgar Award…
Find out more »Heights Fire Dept. open house
To promote fire safety, the Columbia Heights Fire Department invites you to the Public Safety Building's fire station on Saturday, Oct 12. Kids, young and old, can spray a real fire hose, meet Dalmatian dogs, watch a fire demonstration and meet local firefighters. 11 am-2 pm, 825 41st Ave. NE.
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