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January 2022
Free family-focused webinars from U of M
University of Minnesota Extension Center for Family Development educators and partners are facilitating webinars, providing information and resources for families and those who serve families to make informed decisions leading to greater health, resilience and well-being. All webinars are virtual and free. Follow links for each dynamic series to learn more about dates, times and registration. Family friendly earth care: Learn how to take actions for global health and wellness including ways to eat healthier for the planet and hands-on…
Find out more »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 »“A feather plucked from its bird” and “Fill the Void”
Opening reception Jan. 29, 5-8 pm at Dreamsong, 1247 4th St. NE. Benjamin Merritt’s exhibition, "A feather plucked from its bird", is titled after his eponymous new artist’s book, a variable collection of unbound handmade prints produced through multiple printmaking processes. Merritt works from copperplate etchings, scraping away the copper to transpose a long history of gestures and marks on the final print. His practice serves as a vehicle to think through his body, tracing it through layers of marks…
Find out more »February 2022
Hennepin County Library activities put on hold
All events and activities offered by the Hennepin County Library system have been paused for an indefinite time. The decision to pause programming through the month of February was in response to anticipated staffing shortages. Homework help and storytime will likely resume earlier than expected, before the end of the month.
Find out more »SnowBLAST returns to the Heights
This winter festival event began in 2021 as part of the City’s 100th anniversary; they decided to make it an annual gathering. Drop by Huset Park, 3965 Jefferson St. NE, Saturday, Feb 5, 3-6:30 pm, for the festivities. Activities include skating rink (preregister for free skate rentals – pick up at Dave’s Sport Shop, 1001 E Moore Lake Dr, Fridley); free popcorn, S’mores and hot beverages while supplies last; fire pits; puppet wagon; pony rides food trucks; music; beer. Bring…
Find out more »Benefit for Sam Mosby
Sam Mosby is 16 years old, has hypoplasatic left heart syndrome and has had five open heart surgeries. He's headed to the Mayo Clinic for a transplant. Help his family cover living expenses in Rochester by attending a benefit for him on Saturday, Feb. 26, 6-9 pm at the Moose, 356 Monroe St. NE. Tickets are $25 and include a pasta dinner and beer until it's gone, as well as a silent auction. Buy them via Venmo: Robert-Burns-450, or GoFundMe:…
Find out more »April 2022
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 »Euphoria Short Works Festival
Art to Change the World’s Coaching Project Team Euphoria proudly presents the Euphoria Short Works Festival, April 30, 7:30 pm, Capri Theater, 2027 West Broadway. What is gender? How does the way we express our gender affect our daily lives? How and why would someone feel euphoric about their gender? Lauren Edson’s project explores these questions and more as we dive deep into understanding and celebrating the intricacies of gender expression. Poetry, video and performance. Performers include Hadar Isra; Identity…
Find out more »May 2022
“A Northeast Passage” on YouTube
Captured over the last four months of 2020, this documentary is a look back at the tumultuous and historic events of the year, filtered through the lens of the Northeast Minneapolis Community. This movie started as a conversation over beers on a porch on 13th Avenue. By the end of the night, when the Hamms had run dry, the decision had been made to commit. An official selection of Twin Cities Film Fest 2021, North x North International Film Festival…
Find out more »Weed it & Sweep
Weed it & Sweep is back. Compete with other businesses to see who picks up the most trash. Friday, May 6, available time slots: 9-11 am; 11 am-1 pm; 1-3 pm.. Register through the Northeast Minneapolis Chamber at https://business.mplschamber.com/events/details/may-weed-it-and-sweep-a-community-clean-up-14158. Pick up reflective vests, gloves, trash bags and a map directing you to places needing a cleanup. at Fair State Brewing Cooperative, 2506 Central Ave. NE.
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