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KFNA Equity and Outreach Committee
Thursday, June 1st, 5:45 PM - 7:30 PM
MLK Park (ask at the desk for the meeting room), 4055 Nicollet Avenue South, Minneapolis
This group began meeting after the 2016 Presidential Election and is committed to making Kingfield a safer, more inclusive neighborhood for everyone. Participation on the task force is open to anyone interested in making a positive difference in our community; we are particularly interested in recruiting members from historically underrepresented groups. People of color, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to participate.
If you have questions please contact KFNA at info@kingfield.org.
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Minneapolis Park Board At-Large Candidate Forum
Thursday, June 1st, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
MLK Park (multipurpose room), 4055 Nicollet Avenue South, Minneapolis
Please join us for a discussion between community members and candidates for Minneapolis Park Board At-Large.
Please RSVP online here.
At-Large Candidates invited:
- Londel French
- Meg Forney
- Russ Henry
- Devin Hogan
- Scott Vreeland
Hosted by Take Action MN. (Planning partners pending.)
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Kingfield Neighborhood Association (KFNA) Board Meeting
Wednesday, June 7th, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
MLK Park (Arts & Craft Room), 4055 Nicollet Avenue South, Minneapolis
The KFNA Board of Directors meets monthly to manage the affairs of the neighborhood nonprofit. Each meeting begins with Community Forum, which is a chance for neighbors to bring forth questions, concerns, or simply introduce themselves to the Board. If you would like more than 2-3 minutes on the agenda please contact Executive Director Sarah Linnes-Robinson at sarah@kingfield.org to discuss timing and inclusion on the agenda.
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Kingfield PorchFest 2017: A Festival on the Profoundly Small Scale!
Thursday, June 8th, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Prepare for PorchFest 2017! So far 28 porches and 48 musical groups have committed to playing for your listening pleasure on Thursday June 8, 6-9 PM!
Join the Facebook event page to get a preview of bands. An event map will be released a day or two before the event so you can track your walking path through Kingfield.
Remember--all musicians are playing for free, so pack your pockets full of change to tip those talented neighbors!
What Is Kingfield PorchFest?
PorchFest is an evening of acoustical music held at multiple outdoor venues throughout Kingfield on a single evening. PorchFest is a chance for musicians to share their music with their neighbors and a chance for neighbors to walk the dog, stroll the baby, or pack a cool beverage and meander with their sweetie from home to home enjoying the talent of our amazing neighborhood!
Questions? Contact sarah@kingfield.org.
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Pollinate Community Opening Reception: Inspired by Pollination in Nature & in Our Communities
Sunday, June 11th, 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
ColorWheel Gallery, 319 W 46th Street, Minneapolis
Bees and other Pollinators are Increasingly in Danger - It is our responsibility to change our ways to save them and ourselves. How can we step up together, when so many people in our community are Increasingly in Danger as well? Pollination is a Powerful Force in an eco-system that relies on inter dependent, diverse and complex relationships for All of Our survival.
EVERYONE is WELCOME to join us as we Celebrate, Educate and Inspire a more Sustainable World! Enjoy Sweet Treats, Community Love, Art and Education Stations, Live Music and an Amazing Exhibit Featuring Multi -Media Art by LOCAL ARTISTS.
* Performing at 3pm - Steph Romine's Music Style is a blend of jazz, blues, folk, and reggae.
* Performing at 4pm - Lula Saleh is a Poet and her Music Style is a mix of acoustic and electronic soul music.
Contact Tammy Ortegon at 612 823 5693 for more information or visit the Facebook Event here
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4-H Camp in the City
MLK Park, 4055 Nicollet Avenue South, Minneapolis
Join us for 4-H Camp in the City! This camp will be filled with exciting hands-on activities and group challenges, plus one field day spent canoeing, swimming, or exploring nature.
WHERE: Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center, 4055 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55409
WHEN: Register for one or both camps via the links below
WHO: Youth in grades: 3rd-7th. Youth in grades 6-7th will be considered Jr. counselors. Limited to 15 campers.
COST: $80 per camper. Partial scholarships are available.
REGISTRATION: Please register via the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board website link listed above.
Please email Amie at rober199@umn.edu with any questions.
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Southwest Senior Center Closing, Farewell Celebration of 41 Years of Service
Friday, June 30th, 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
3612 Bryant Avenue South, Minneapolis
Southwest Senior Center to Close on June 30
After 41 years of providing services to Minneapolis seniors, Volunteers of America-MN/WI's Southwest Senior Center will be closing its doors and the center will no longer provide social work, adult day, senior dining, exercise classes and wellness services. The center served over 1,000 seniors in 2016. Center staff are working with other community organizations to find homes for programs like the exercise classes and options for people in the adult day program.
The Center will hold a Farewell Party on Friday, June 30 from noon - 2:30 pm at 3612 Bryant Avenue S.
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