Series Kicks Off 7:00-9:00 p.m., Fri., February 25 The Lila Ammons Jazz Quintet will present the first of a series of concerts billed as the "Jazz Caravan." To kick off the series, a concert will be presented Friday, February 25, 2011 at the Lake Harriet Spiritual Community in Minneapolis, MN.... read more →
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Complete a Survey about the Lake Harriet Playgrounds As you may be aware, the playground areas at William Berry Park (north of the Bandshell) and Beard's Plaisance are scheduled for reconstruction in mid-2011. As part of the public process for engaging the surrounding community for this project, the Minneapolis Park... read more →
Feb
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Southwest Community Education General Adult Education classes start the week of Jan. 24. You can register by phone, mail, in person or online. We do register people after classes start - we simply pro-rate the class fee. For information, call 612-668-3100 or visit www.mplscommunityed.com. Family Sock Hop - Friday, March... read more →
Feb
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It's well-known that you can recycle grocery and newspaper bags, but did you know you can also recycle cereal bags and wrap from paper products? The program, called "It's In The Bag," employs disabled adults, who collect the bags from drop-off bins at metro-area grocery stores, sort and then bale... read more →
Feb
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Weekday Updates on Skating Rink Conditions Also Available Here goes your last excuse for being a winter couch potato. From ice fishing to ice skating to snowboarding, everything you need to know about winter fun in the Minneapolis park system is available in the 24-page Winter Activities Guide now online.... read more →
Feb
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During the winter months many homeowners are experiencing ice dams, which can lead to damage of the roof and interior of the home. Ice dams are caused when warm air travels up to your attic and melts the snow on the roof. The melted snow flows down the roof where... read more →
Feb
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Winter Parking Restrictions are currently in effect in Minneapolis. High snow accumulations can narrow streets, making them harder for fire trucks, ambulances and other emergency vehicles to navigate. These restrictions prohibit parking on the even numbered side of streets designated as non-Snow Emergency Routes until April 1, or until conditions... read more →
Feb
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The Edina Art Fair is celebrating its 45th year as one of the most prestigious outdoor fine art fairs. The Edina Art Fair is the second largest in Minnesota and is held annually in the streets of 50th and France. The Edina Art Fair has 340 jury-selected fine art booths... read more →
Feb
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On Dec. 14, the City Council adopted the 2011 Budget, reducing the property tax levy increase from 7.5 to 4.7 percent. I want to explain why I voted for this budget and what I did to lower the tax levy and to provide property tax relief for 2012 and 2013. ... read more →
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Winter Programs - Space is still available in selected programs. Check online for program information at http://www.minneapolisparks.org/ or call us at 612-370-4928. Winter Activities - Check out citywide activities, events and facility information online at http://www.minneapolisparks.org/. On the "home page" select 2010-2011 Winter Guide under "Quick Links.