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May 2022
Minneapolis garden tool swap at Logan Park
Minneapolis Solid Waste & Recycling and community partners will be holding the first ever citywide swap event of garden tools and plant-related equipment at locations throughout the city, including Logan Park, 690 13th Ave. NE, Saturday, May 8, 11 am-1 pm.
Find out more »Art-A-Whirl®: Metro Transit passes, VIP parking & trolleys
Free Metro Transit passes for each day of Art-A-Whirl® are available for download on NEMAA's website. Everyone can use this pass to ride for free anywhere in the Metro Area May 20-22. Routes running in NE include the 10, 11, and 32. https://nemaa.org/art-a-whirl/getting-around/#free-metro-transit-passes As a fundraiser to help support the production of Art-A-Whirl®, NEMAA has reserved the lot at Quincy Hall in the heart of the Arts District and is selling day passes. Hours/charges are Friday, May 20, 5-10 pm:…
Find out more »June 2022
Movie in the Park at Audubon
"Sandlot" will be shown at the Audubon Park Rec Center, 1320 29th Ave NE, Thursday, June 2, at dusk (approximately 9:30 pm). Bring a lawn chair or blanket and a friend to this free event.
Find out more »Memorial Blood Drive
Memorial Blood Centers help supply nearly 40 local hospitals and more than a dozen air ambulance bases. Help hospital patients in need by scheduling an appointment online at mbc.org/donate or by calling 1-888-GIVE-BLD (888-448-3253). Give blood Saturday, June 11, 8:30 am-1:30 pm, Northeast Farmers Market, 629 2nd St. NE or Monday, June 20, Indeed Brewing, 711 15th Ave. NE, 12:30- 5:30 pm. All donors will be entered for daily drawings to win tickets to a Twins game.
Find out more »July 2022
Shaping a Consent Decree: Addressing Race-Based Policing in Minneapolis
Folks living in Northeast Minneapolis, join the Minnesota Justice Research Center (MNJRC) for a facilitated engagement session to gather ideas from community members on what should be included in a consent decree to address race-based policing in Minneapolis. This free, in-person event will be on Sunday, July 10, 3–5 pm. To RSVP, visit the Northeast event webpage. For questions or more information, contact MNJRC at info@mnjrc.org, visit the website, or call 612-361-3951.
Find out more »Community Engagement July 11 on the Pioneers Monument
St Anthony West Neighborhood Organization (STAWNO) Riverfront Committee will host a community engagement conversation regarding the Pioneers Monument, located at B F Nelson Park, 434 Main Street, on Monday, July 11, 6:30-8 pm. The Pioneers Monument has suffered graffitti a number of different times in the past, and is a maintenance issue for Minneapolis Parks and Recreation. The committee has discussed how this graffiti is a manifestation of pain. Many in the community would like to know what options or…
Find out more »The Art of Downsizing
Jill Freeman will present tips to help those considering an upcoming move or who would just like to declutter for the future. From downsizing, sorting, getting rid of the excess, to packing, unpacking and resettling, you will gain valuable knowledge and a multitude of resources to help you get through the process gently. Tuesday, July 12, 1-2 pm. RiverVillage East, 2919 Randolph St. NE. Rsvp by July 11 to: Robin Haenze, 612-277-2902 or rhaenze@catholiceldercare.org
Find out more »Columbia Heights candidate forum online
The League of Women Voters ABC will host a forum for Columbia Heights candidates running in the Primary Election. The forum takes place Monday, July 18, in the Columbia Heights City Council Chambers, 590 40th Ave. NE. No live audience will be in attendance; Meet the Candidates will be taped for multiple cable showings and will be available anytime online. Watch online at https://www.columbiaheightsmn.gov/government/channel_16_streaming.php or on cable channel 16. Submit your questions by July 15 here: https://my.lwv.org/minnesota/anoka-blaine-coon-rapids-area/meet-candidates-forums-2022. Schedule of events:…
Find out more »SACA produce drops
Drive-thru produce drops at the SACA Food Store & Thrift Shop are scheduled for July 23, Aug. 13 and 27, Sept. 10 and 24, and Oct. 8. Hours are 8:30-11:30 am, while supplies last. 627 38th Ave. NE. Volunteers needed, 7:30-11:30 am.
Find out more »August 2022
Mt. Carmel to host “Tucker’s Robot”
Mt. Carmel Lutheran Church, 1701 St. Anthony Pkwy., will host Open Eye Theater's "Tucker's Robot" Thursday, Aug. 4, 6:30 p.m. Tucker is a young boy who needs to go back in time to face a group of neighborhood bullies. How do you go back in time? With a time-traveling robot, of course! Together, Tucker and his robot discover the importance of friendship and the courage to face bullies. Full of surprises, a little anger and some really funny characters. Contains…
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