There is one more home game at the TCF Stadium.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits.

If you experience problems associated with the game or stadium, including behavior, noise, trash, please let our office know. We are working very hard with the city, university and law enforcement to make these safe and enjoyable events for all.

There is one more home game at the TCF Stadium.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits.

If you experience problems associated with the game or stadium, including behavior, noise, trash, please let our office know. We are working very hard with the city, university and law enforcement to make these safe and enjoyable events for all.

MHNA’s Fix-Up Loan Program is changing. Originally just for exterior improvements, new language has been added to make interior improvements eligible if the property is boarded and vacant.

See mncee.org for details.

This change was made with the approval of MHNA Board and General Membership in October 2009.  Residential properties from one to four units can apply.

Renters — did you know landlords must pay you interest on your security deposit?

We now have the 2009 Landlords and Tenants: Rights and Responsibilities booklets in stock. MN state statute requires landlords to notify residential tenants that this handbook is available to them. Stop by the office if you would like one of ours.

Many thanks to Triangle Fraternity for picking up trash on the east side of the neighborhood recently. We appreciate your efforts!

How we are missing the Bridge Community newspaper!

If you have news of general interest to the neighborhood, get it to our email by the first Friday of the month. Depending on space, we are happy to include neighborhood events and news as we see fit.

office@marcy-holmes.org

You can receive weekly updates from the 2nd Precinct on programs that are available, safety tips, crime trends, crime alerts, and highlights and stories about the Minneapolis Police Department.

Usually these are sent once a week, but if there is a crime alert, we will send a special email alert during the week.

Please sign up for this service by going to:
http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/police/crimealert/signup.asp

Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund Listening Sessions

Minneapolis date and location: November 17, 2009
5 – 7 pm
East Side Neighborhood Services
1700 Second Street NE

The Minnesota Historical Society, the Minnesota State Arts Board and the Minnesota Humanities Center will host three listening sessions in November (including one in Minneapolis) to obtain public input for a 10-year plan and 25-year framework for the use of funds made available through the passage of the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Members of the public are encouraged to attend and offer input.

An online survey is available at ACHFMinnesota.org.

Earlier sessions were held in St. Paul, Chisholm and Fergus Falls. The planning committee is comprised of representatives from the three organizations and 10 other history, arts and cultural organizations, as well as libraries who are working together to develop a plan for how proceeds of the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund will be spent.

The committee will meet in working sessions on November 10 at the Great River Arts Center, Little Falls; on December 9 at MacPhail Center for Music, Minneapolis; and on January 5 at a location to be determined. The results of this collaborative planning process will be reported to the legislature by January 15, 2010. The amendment, approved by voters in November 2008, added a provision to Minnesota’s constitution for an increase in the sales tax to support outdoor heritage, clean water, parks and trails, as well as arts, history and cultural heritage.

For more information about the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund visit ACHFMinnesota.org.

Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund Listening Sessions

Minneapolis date and location: November 17, 2009
5 – 7 pm
East Side Neighborhood Services
1700 Second Street NE

The Minnesota Historical Society, the Minnesota State Arts Board and the Minnesota Humanities Center will host three listening sessions in November (including one in Minneapolis) to obtain public input for a 10-year plan and 25-year framework for the use of funds made available through the passage of the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Members of the public are encouraged to attend and offer input.

An online survey is available at ACHFMinnesota.org.

Earlier sessions were held in St. Paul, Chisholm and Fergus Falls. The planning committee is comprised of representatives from the three organizations and 10 other history, arts and cultural organizations, as well as libraries who are working together to develop a plan for how proceeds of the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund will be spent.

The committee will meet in working sessions on November 10 at the Great River Arts Center, Little Falls; on December 9 at MacPhail Center for Music, Minneapolis; and on January 5 at a location to be determined. The results of this collaborative planning process will be reported to the legislature by January 15, 2010. The amendment, approved by voters in November 2008, added a provision to Minnesota’s constitution for an increase in the sales tax to support outdoor heritage, clean water, parks and trails, as well as arts, history and cultural heritage.

For more information about the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund visit ACHFMinnesota.org.

History, Culture and Secrets of the Minneapolis Riverfront

<strong>Wednesday, December 2, 2009</strong>
11:15 am
DoubleTree Park Place Hotel  1500 Park Place Blvd, St. Louis Park

Take this unique opportunity to hear award-winning Minnesota writer Linda Mack share highlights of her recently completed oral history of the rebirth of the Minneapolis riverfront.

<a href=”http://sensibleland.org/calendar.cfm”>Register online</a>

<a href=”http://sensibleland.org/associations/1493/files/SLUC%20Registration%20Form%202009-12%20v1%20(4).pdf”>Download .pdf registration form</a>

<a href=”http://sensibleland.org/associations/1493/files/sluc%20policies.pdf”>Cancellation policies</a>

$25/full-time student, $38/member, $48/nonmember, $10 additional at the door.
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A lively center of commerce and river life in the last half of the 19th century, by the 1970s the Minneapolis riverfront became a collection of decrepit buildings and a tangle of railroad tracks. Some thought the riverfront had run its full lifecycle, but a re-birth was just around the corner. In the four decades since, the Minneapolis riverfront has blossomed into a city neighborhood boasting history, cultural offerings and new lofts in century-old buildings. How did this transformation occur? Ms. Mack has tracked this re-development as architecture columnist for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and, more recently, as head of an oral history project that included 27 interviews with riverfront movers and shakers. The interviews discuss the social, industrial, architectural and political history of the Minneapolis riverfront, the many and often conflicting plans for its redevelopment and the actions taken to create the successful urban district that exists. At this Sensible Land Use Coalition event, her narrative will offer new insights–and some great stories — about this incredible riverfront revival. End the year with an uplifting program about the incredible changes that has polished this jewel in our midst.

History, Culture and Secrets of the Minneapolis Riverfront

Wednesday, December 2, 2009
11:15 am
DoubleTree Park Place Hotel 1500 Park Place Blvd, St. Louis Park

Take this unique opportunity to hear award-winning Minnesota writer Linda Mack share highlights of her recently completed oral history of the rebirth of the Minneapolis riverfront.

Register online

Download .pdf registration form

Cancellation policies

$25/full-time student, $38/member, $48/nonmember, $10 additional at the door.
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Northeast Minneapolis Boutique Crawl

Saturday, November 21, 10 am – 6 pm

Holiday shopping at ten unique shops

Ten Northeast boutique shops are banding together to hold their third Northeast Minneapolis Boutique Crawl, set for Saturday, November 21. Holiday shoppers looking for unique, original and specialty items, including clothing, accessories and gifts, are invited to shop the Northeast boutiques on Hennepin and First Avenues Northeast. The area, well-known for restaurants and bars, is now also recognized as one of the coolest shopping areas in town.

All participating shops are owned by local women. Each boutique will feature special Boutique Crawl pricing. Shoppers can register in each store to win a $500 Boutique Crawl Shopping Spree. Participating shops are: Bella Lana (a yarn and knitting shop); Belle Reve (clothing for women); Bibelot (gifts, accessories and clothing); gh2 (designer outlet and consignment); I Like You (MN made gifts and accessories); Pacifier (clothing and gifts for infants and children to size 8); Key North (clothing, jewelry, accessories and art); Melrose Antiques (vintage clothing and jewelry); Parc Boutique (clothing for women and men) and T Lee Fine Designer Jewelry.

Boutique crawling in Northeast – surprise shopping where one can expect the unusual. Park free at Key North.

Northeast Minneapolis Boutique Crawl

Saturday, November 21, 10 am – 6 pm

Holiday shopping at ten unique shops

Ten Northeast boutique shops are banding together to hold their third Northeast Minneapolis Boutique Crawl, set for Saturday, November 21. Holiday shoppers looking for unique, original and specialty items, including clothing, accessories and gifts, are invited to shop the Northeast boutiques on Hennepin and First Avenues Northeast. The area, well-known for restaurants and bars, is now also recognized as one of the coolest shopping areas in town.

All participating shops are owned by local women. Each boutique will feature special Boutique Crawl pricing. Shoppers can register in each store to win a $500 Boutique Crawl Shopping Spree. Participating shops are: Bella Lana (a yarn and knitting shop); Belle Reve (clothing for women); Bibelot (gifts, accessories and clothing); gh2 (designer outlet and consignment); I Like You (MN made gifts and accessories); Pacifier (clothing and gifts for infants and children to size 8); Key North (clothing, jewelry, accessories and art); Melrose Antiques (vintage clothing and jewelry); Parc Boutique (clothing for women and men) and T Lee Fine Designer Jewelry.

Boutique crawling in Northeast – surprise shopping where one can expect the unusual. Park free at Key North.

FREE workshop from the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization on Winter Parking Lot & Sidewalk Maintenance.

This workshop is appropriate for Snow Removal Contractors, Landscapers, Property Managers, City Staff, and Snow Plow Drivers (the focus is on commercial application versus homeowner/residential). It is a great way for people to learn how to save money by applying less sand and salt and help the environment at the same time!
When and Where:

Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Saint Anthony City Hall
3301 Silver Lake Road
Saint Anthony, MN 55418
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Learn how to keep our parking lots and sidewalks safe while saving money and protecting our lakes and rivers. Many local lakes and streams have elevated levels of chloride, a common ingredient in road salt. In some cases, the chloride contamination is high enough to impact or even kill fish and other aquatic life. Winter snow and ice practices have been identified as the primary source of this chloride. This workshop will present information on how you can mitigate the effects of de-icing materials on the environment, without compromising safety or effectiveness.

The topics covered will include:

· cost/benefits of de-icing strategies
· different types of de-icing materials
· the latest recommendations for application rates
· “Winter Parking Lot and Sidewalk Maintenance Manual”

Workshop participants will receive a copy of the “Winter Parking Lot and Sidewalk Maintenance Manual,” a clipboard with an application rate chart, and a complementary lunch. Participants will also have the option of receiving Level One Certification in Snow & Ice Control Best Practices from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Certified practitioners are listed on the agency’s website:
http://www.pca.state.mn.us/programs/roadsalt.html

This can be a great marketing tool!

This workshop is free (and lunch is included!), but registration is required by December 1st. Priority will be given to individuals/companies that are located within the watershed boundaries (view map at: http://www.mwmo.org/map.pdf). To register, complete the last page of the attached brochure and mail or fax it to:

Mississippi Watershed Management Organization Attn: Erica
1224 Marshall Street NE Suite 201
Minneapolis, MN 55413 Fax: 612-465-8785
Questions? Contact Erica Sniegowski, 612-465-8780 ext. 206, esniegowski@mwmo.org

FREE workshop from the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization on Winter Parking Lot & Sidewalk Maintenance.

This workshop is free (and lunch is included!), but registration is required by December 1st. Priority will be given to individuals/companies that are located within the watershed boundaries (view map at: http://www.mwmo.org/map.pdf).

This workshop is appropriate for Snow Removal Contractors, Landscapers, Property Managers, City Staff, and Snow Plow Drivers (the focus is on commercial application versus homeowner/residential). It is a great way for people to learn how to save money by applying less sand and salt and help the environment at the same time!
When and Where:

Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Saint Anthony City Hall
3301 Silver Lake Road
Saint Anthony, MN 55418
More…
Learn how to keep our parking lots and sidewalks safe while saving money and protecting our lakes and rivers. Many local lakes and streams have elevated levels of chloride, a common ingredient in road salt. In some cases, the chloride contamination is high enough to impact or even kill fish and other aquatic life. Winter snow and ice practices have been identified as the primary source of this chloride. This workshop will present information on how you can mitigate the effects of de-icing materials on the environment, without compromising safety or effectiveness.

The topics covered will include:

· cost/benefits of de-icing strategies
· different types of de-icing materials
· the latest recommendations for application rates
· “Winter Parking Lot and Sidewalk Maintenance Manual”

Workshop participants will receive a copy of the “Winter Parking Lot and Sidewalk Maintenance Manual,” a clipboard with an application rate chart, and a complementary lunch. Participants will also have the option of receiving Level One Certification in Snow & Ice Control Best Practices from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Certified practitioners are listed on the agency’s website:
http://www.pca.state.mn.us/programs/roadsalt.html

This can be a great marketing tool!

To register, complete the last page of the attached brochure and mail or fax it to:

Mississippi Watershed Management Organization Attn: Erica
1224 Marshall Street NE Suite 201
Minneapolis, MN 55413 Fax: 612-465-8785
Questions? Contact Erica Sniegowski, 612-465-8780 ext. 206, esniegowski@mwmo.org

FREE workshop from the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization on Winter Parking Lot & Sidewalk Maintenance.

This workshop is appropriate for Snow Removal Contractors, Landscapers, Property Managers, City Staff, and Snow Plow Drivers (the focus is on commercial application versus homeowner/residential). It is a great way for people to learn how to save money by applying less sand and salt and help the environment at the same time!
When and Where:

Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Saint Anthony City Hall
3301 Silver Lake Road
Saint Anthony, MN 55418
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Did you know that there is a Fare for All Express pick-up site in Marcy-Holmes?

It’s the Minneapolis Building and Construction Trades Council, 312 Central Avenue, Suite 556.

The Fare for All Express is done on the first Friday of the month. The next date is December 4, 2009 at 3:00 – 5:00 pm.

Fare for All is a cooperative food purchasing program that benefits the community. Fare For All is a program of the Emergency Foodshelf Network, a non-profit organization. For more info 763-450-3880 or 1-800-582-4291
fareforall.org

FARE FOR ALL IS …

• Fresh, healthy and nutritious foods

• Affordable—Save up to 40-50% on your monthly groceries

• Committed to improving communities by encouraging and facilitating volunteer opportunities

• Open to everyone! There are no income-based requirements for participation

Fare for All offers several food packages, from $12 to $25, including holiday and vegetarian meals, available to order once a month.

A new business has opened in the Phoenix:

Ollu Self-Serve Dog Wash
221 Main Street SE.

It’s also a retail store with dog treats, grooming products and leashes. Owners can choose a basic self-serve wash, drop their dog off to be washed or have their dogs washed and groomed.

Midway Contemporary Art Gallery
527 Second Avenue Southeast

Midway Contemporary Art is a not-for-profit gallery committed to encouraging innovation and diversity in the visual arts. A public platform, Midway supports emerging and underrepresented artists, contributes toward significant new developments in the field, and stimulates the ongoing public discourse of art and culture.

Midway’s galleries and library are free and open to the public, Tuesday through Saturday, 11AM - 5PM.

For more information, please visit our website midwayart.org or contact the gallery at 612-605-4504.

The SE Como Improvement Association’s Livability Committee has authored the letter/petition below, to be sent to University of Minnesota President Robert Bruininks.

The letter’s intent is to inform President Bruininks how dismayed we residents of SE MPLS, who are also U of M constituents (grads, employees, donors, faculty, grad and professional students, family members of the afore mentioned), are about the bad reputation that our University, and our community, has acquired due to the behavior of U-related young people when out in the community.

The idea is to seek signatures from anyone who has any kind of affiliation with the U and who also lives in SE MPLS, and after we’ve collected these signatures, mail President Bruininks the results.

If you would like to sign this petition, please use this short, three-question survey at secomo.org. Please be patient, as it may take a bit for the letter/petition to load, depending on your connection speed.

The letter is below:
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