Kingfield Neighborhood Association

Black Lives Matter, 1960s Minneapolis…Connect the Past & The Present

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Thursday, February 19, 7 PM  

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, 4055 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis

Join a community discussion on the relevance of the impact The Way Opportunities Unlimited Inc. had on social reform in Minnesota, and the ongoing violence we are seeing today, and how we respond to it. Leading the discussion will be Professor Mahmoud El-Kati, former director of The Way’s education department; Verlena Matey-Keke, former coordinator of The Way’s education department; and Rev. Dr. Rolland Robinson, former chair of The Way’s board of directors and author of “For A Moment We Had The Way”. These movement leaders can connect Minneapolis’ past and present struggles and strategies.

This free program is sponsored by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park Legacy Council with support from the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board and Living Spirit United Methodist Church. For more information: kingparklegacycouncil@gmail.com  651-492-7070

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Celebrates Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tonight

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Join the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) for their annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration

Monday, January 19 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreation Center (4055 Nicollet Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55409).

The celebration will be emceed by Chad Jackson, Senior Account Executive with the Minnesota Twins. Tony Sanneh, CEO/Executive Director of the Sanneh Foundation and retired professional soccer player, recognized as U.S. Soccer Hall of Fame Finalist, will give a keynote presentation.  The celebration will also feature a tribute to Dr. King as well as performances from the Zacc Harris Trio and Ashley DuBose, a past contestant on the NBC hit television Show “The Voice”.

The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to donate. Refreshments will be available following the program. For more information, please visit www.minneapolisparks.org or call 612-230-6400.

Enjoy Coffee with KFNA on Tuesday November 4 (Voting Day!)

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Nicollet-Votes-Logo-SingleKFNA will be at the park all day Tuesday celebrating the conclusion of Nicollet Votes which had accomplished the following two weeks ago (meaning our number are even higher now!):

  • 75 volunteers shifts,
  • 1361 doors knocked,
  • 455 conversations,
  • 25 voters registered.

KFNA will be located north of the park building under the blue tent next to the roaring bonfire, chatting with voters and providing free coffee and treats donated by our fabulous local cafes. Be sure to stop by on your way to, or from the polls!

This event is supported with delicious coffee and treats by our independently owned cafes including Five Watt Coffee, Butter Bakery Cafe, Bull Run Cafe, Curran’s Restaurant and Royal Grounds Coffee, as well as Bruegger’s Bagels! Stop by the tent before or after you vote! 

Public Comment Period on Proposed MPLS Park Board Budget

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PROPOSED 2015 MINNEAPOLIS PARK BOARD BUDGET CONTINUES FOCUS ON FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY, SERVICE DELIVERY AND MAINTAINING PARK SYSTEM

Public comment opportunities scheduled Nov. 5 and 19, Dec. 10

The Superintendent’s Recommended 2015 Budget for the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) focuses on maintaining park services and facilities, strategically addressing financial and operational challenges, improving organizational efficiency and service delivery, and addressing Emerald Ash Borer and other threats to the urban tree canopy.

“The proposed budget includes the General Fund operating budget that reflects a 4 percent property tax increase and focuses on establishing a financially sustainable funding model, supporting ongoing operations, addressing threats to the urban tree canopy, continuing our work on equity across the park system, including racial equity, and implementing organizational changes that will improve efficiency and enhance service delivery. It reflects the MPRB’s commitment to sound financial management and strategic long-term planning,” explained Superintendent Jayne Miller. “It also includes the second year of a special levy dedicated to the removal and replacement of infested and distressed ash trees and replanting of trees lost during storms. The combined levies reflect a 4.9 percent property tax increase over 2014.” [Read more…]

Kingfield’s Annual Community Bon(ding)fire

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FIRE

Friday, October 24th 6:30pm at MLK Park

Our annual fall bonfire will celebrate the great work by neighborhood Block Leads!  The bonfire starts at 6:30pm on the north side of the recreation center near the Mosaic Garden – free s’mores and apple cider for all!  Plus, our fabulous storyteller will be making a return visit to share a spooky story around the bonfire for young and old!

–organized by KFNA and supported in partnership with MLK Park