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Join us to brighten the holiday season with gifts for the children staying at People Serving People. Buy and mail direct from our Target holiday registry, or just use it as a guide. Holiday gifts must be received by Wednesday, December 16th for holiday distribution. Gifts must be new and unwrapped.

Volunteer

The holiday season offers many one-time volunteer opportunities, such as field trips, toy shop, gift wrapping, and envelope addressing, in addition to our year-round volunteer needs.

Cards & Envelopes
Write thank you cards, address and stuff envelopes. Good handwriting required. Must be at least 16 years old. If your group of 5 or more would like to volunteer at a time other than those listed below, please contact Gwen Campbell

Gift Wrapping
Select and wrap gifts for children staying at People Serving People. Must be at least 12 years old. Children 12–15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Field Trips & Activities
Chaperone field trips and assist staff with children’s activities. Must be at least 18 years old.

Building Beautification
Assist our housekeeping department with general cleaning duties, including sweeping and mopping floors, washing windows, vacuuming, folding laundry, and cleaning vacant guest rooms. Must be at least 12 years old. Children 12–15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Meal Server
Serve breakfast, lunch, or dinner to guests staying at People Serving People and assist with clean-up as necessary. Must be at least 12 years old. Children 12–15 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Saturday

Nov282015

Holiday Music at the Hennepin County Government Center

Saturday, November 28, 2015 at 3:47PM |

Kim Eslinger |

The Hennepin County Government Center will continue its annual tradition of seasonal and holiday performances, free and open to the public.

Time: Noon - 1:00pm (unless otherwise noted below)

Location: Hennepin County Government Center, Skyway Level, 300 S. 6th Street

SCHEDULE:

December 3 Ameriprise Holiday Choir, Noon – 12:40pm
Sponsored by Ameriprise Financial, Inc. since 1986, 25 members performing secular, Christmas, Hanukah and Kwanzaa holiday songs

December 8 City-County Chorus
Hennepin County, City of Minneapolis and 4th Judicial District Court employees perform a variety of songs of the season

December 11 Roseville Parkview Center School, Noon to 12:25pm
75 kindergarten students will sing holiday and winter songs

December 15 Chippewa Middle School, Noon – 12:45pm
8th grade string orchestra students perform Hanukah and Christmas music

December 17 City-County Chorus
Hennepin County, City of Minneapolis and 4th Judicial District Court employees perform a variety of songs of the season

December 21 City-County Chorus
Hennepin County, City of Minneapolis and 4th Judicial District Court employees perform a variety of songs of the season

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Friday

Nov272015

Rocky and Troy: Gold Medal Park Stake Out for Their 1st Turkey Day 5K

Friday, November 27, 2015 at 9:35AM |

Kim Eslinger |

Part 4 in our silly photo series - The Adventures of Rocky and Troy. It was a sunny afternoon in Gold Medal Park when we staked out spots to cheer on Turkey Day 5K runners.

It wasn't so sunny the morning of the race - in fact it was snowing - but that never deters people from participating in one of the most popular runs of the year.

When someone told him to "suit up" for the run, this fellow took it a little too literal:

The MN Vikings Skol Line kept runners invigorated as they rounded Gold Medal Park. (Warning - they're loud!)

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Friday

Nov272015

Road Closures for November 28 Moustache Run 5K, 10K, Half Marathon

Friday, November 27, 2015 at 3:00AM |

Kim Eslinger |

The following streets will be closed from approximately 7:30a - Noon on Saturday, November 28, for the Moustache Run 5K, 10K, Half Marathon:

Main Street
West River Parkway - From Plymouth Avenue to S 4th Street
Stone Arch Bridge

Course Map

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Thursday

Nov262015

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thursday, November 26, 2015 at 5:29AM |

Kim Eslinger |

We are so very...

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Wednesday

Nov252015

Road Closures for November 26 Turkey Day 5K

Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 3:01AM |

Kim Eslinger |

Be aware of temporary street closures on Thanksgiving morning from approximately 7:30am - 11:00am (depending on the section of road) for the Turkey Day 5K. Click here for a larger map.

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Tuesday

Nov242015

Here's the Upcoming Line Up from The Film Society of Minneapolis St. Paul

Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at 5:23PM |

Kim Eslinger |

Here's what's on tap in the coming weeks from The Film Society of Minneapolis St. Paul (playing at the St. Anthony Main Theatre):

VICTORIA - Screening November 26 (Thanksgiving Day) thru December 3.

Shot in one single two-hour-and-eighteen-minute take with no cuts, no CGI, and no cheap tricks. Victoria, a young woman from Madrid, meets four local Berliners outside a nightclub. Sonne and his friends promise to show her a good time and the real side of the city. But these lads have gotten themselves into hot water: they owe someone a dangerous favor that requires repaying that evening. As Victoria’s flirtation with Sonne deepens into something more, he convinces her to come along for the ride. And later, when things become more ominous and possibly lethally dangerous for Sonne, she insists on coming along. As the night takes on an ever more menacing character, what started out as a good time quickly spirals out of control. As dawn approaches, Victoria and Sonne address the inevitable: it’s all or nothing and they abandon themselves to a heart-stopping race into the depths of hell.

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MEDITERRANEA - Screening December 4 thru December 10.

This remarkably timely, eye-opening film charts the death-defying struggle of African migrants as they risk everything to start a new life in Europe. Ayiva (first time actor Koudous Seihon in a revelatory performance) and Abas (Alassane Sy) are close friends from Burkina Faso determined to make it to Italy in order to find work and provide for their families back home. But even after surviving the harrowing journey - desert bandits, a treacherous sea voyage, arrest - nothing can prepare the two men for the hostility and violence that awaits them. A gripping tale of survival told with vivid realism, Mediterranea immerses viewers in the heart of a humanitarian crisis that for far too many is a lived reality.

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THE GIRL KING - Screening December 4 thru December 10.

This lush English-language period drama recounts the life of Sweden’s Queen Kristina, an enigmatic, flamboyant, and unpredictable woman centuries ahead of her time who ascended the throne at age six, was raised as a prince, and strived to bring peace and education to her country—while pursuing an illicit romance with her female royal attendant. Growing up as a tomboy with a strong intellectual appetite, young Kristina (an electric Malin Buska) finds herself thrown into a political frenzy as a teenager. Saddled with the Thirty Years War between Protestants and Catholics, Kristina steers her country away from the conservatives while privately grappling with her own sexual awakening, in the form of Countess Ebba Sparre (the radiant Sarah Gadon), her lovely lady-in-waiting. Her quest to understand love runs parallel with her quest to understand humanity and the violent and restrictive forces conspiring against her. Torn between the conflict of political and personal aspirations, Kristina chooses to make one of the most controversial decisions in history.

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NOW SHOWING & COMING SOON to the Film Society’s St. Anthony Main Theatre

Now Showing through November 25 - CINE LATINO (program: Cine Global)

November 23 at 7PM + November 29 at 1PM - NT LIVE: CORIOLANUS (program: Stage to Screen, National Theatre Live)

Nov 28 at 1PM (SOLD OUT) + Dec 3 at 7PM + Dec 14 at 7PM + Dec 26 at 1PM + Dec 27 at 1PM - NT LIVE: HAMLET (program: Stage on Screen, National Theatre Live)

November 26 - December 3 - VICTORIA (program: New Releases)

December 1 at 7PM - MERCHANTS OF DOUBT (program: Partnerships, FREE)

December 2 at 7PM - CAN YOU DIG THIS (program: Community Screen)

December 4-10 - THE GIRL KING (program: New Releases)

December 4-10 - MEDITERRANEA (program: New Releases)

December 7 at 7PM + December 13 at 1PM - RSC: HENRY V (program: Stage to Screen, Royal Shakespeare Company)

December 11-17 - EVERY THING WILL BE FINE (program: New Releases)

December 17 at 7PM - BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB (program: Cine Global, Wim Wenders: Portraits Along the Road)

December 18 - January 7 - MACBETH (program: New Releases)

December 28 at 7PM + January 3 at 1PM - NT LIVE: JANE EYRE (program: Stage to Screen, National Theatre Live)

January 15-24 - Wim Wenders: Portraits Along the Road

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Tuesday

Nov242015

Sunday - 1850s Holiday Party at the Ard Godfrey House

Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at 8:34AM |

David Tinjum |

Date: Sunday, December 6

Time: 12:30pm–3:30pm

Location: Ard Godfrey House, in Chute Square at corner of University and Central (across from Lunds)

The public is cordially invited to attend an 1850s Holiday Party at the historic Ard Godfrey House. Visit the oldest remaining wood frame residence in Minneapolis, built in 1849. The house is decorated for the holidays in the modest style of the era.

- Light refreshments and musical entertainment
- Tour the House with Woman’s Club guides dressed in period costume
- See how the Godfrey family might have celebrated the holidays in the new community at St. Anthony Falls
- Free Godfrey House buttons for the kids

Admission is free (but donations are suggested and welcome). No reservations required. Sponsored by the Woman’s Club of Minneapolis.

For information: 612-813-5300

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Tuesday

Nov242015

Small Business Saturday Event: The Minneapolis Rock Art Experience at Day Block

Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at 4:56AM |

Kim Eslinger |

The Minneapolis Rock Art Experience

FREE ADMISSION Website - Facebook

Saturday, November 28, 4:00pm - 10:00pm at Day Block Brewing (2nd floor Day Block Event Center)

Join Day Block Brewing Company as we host the second annual Minneapolis Rock Art Experience, a free event showcasing the work of local painters, illustrators, photographers and multi-medium artists. Expect a full evening focused on local artists and their artistic works themed specifically around music. Artwork will be on display and available for purchase! There will also be live music (TBA) and painting, amazing food and local artisan brews by Day Block Brewing Company!

Come on down and celebrate "Buy Local - Small Business Saturday" by supporting local art in true Minneapolis style!

Artists to include:

•Johnny Hanson
•Kristi Lemair
•Jeff Trohdahl
•Chuck Hues
•Jesse Brodd
•Tatiana Katara
•Scotty Rohr
•Steve Schell
•S.J.Gray

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Monday

Nov232015

Mississippi East Bank Trail Update from MPRB

Monday, November 23, 2015 at 12:51PM |

Kim Eslinger |

Via a November 23 Minneapolis Park and Rec Board e-newsletter:

Construction bids solicited this winter, work begins in spring

The Mississippi East Bank Trail project will be bid in early January 2016. Construction begins as soon as weather permits spring 2016 and the multi-use trail will be open to the public by Sept. 1, 2016.

The trail will begin at Boom Island Park. Its route weaves north through the Scherer site, Graco property and Sheridan Memorial Park. Then it curves east at the BNSF railroad tracks near 16th Avenue NE and terminates near the 1600 block Marshall Street NE. The project page contains an updated map of the trail route.

The concept plan for the trail was approved by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation (MPRB) Board of Commissioners in December 2014 after a community engagement process. The necessary easements through the Graco property and parcel purchases from BNSF railroads were completed during the summer 2015. The federal government authorized the project for bidding in September 2015.

Trail alignment through the Scherer site was modified in July 2015 to accommodate other planned projects. The MPRB will soon seek development proposals for Parcel D located along the east and north edges of the former Scherer Brothers property. The MPRB is also working to obtain permits to reconstruct Hall’s Island in the Mississippi River, a 2017-2018 project involving extensive earth moving and re-grading.

Please visit minneapolispark.org/planning to find more information on this project and other planning projects.

About this project

The Mississippi East Bank Trail is a capital improvement project located along the east bank of the Mississippi River in Above the Falls Regional Park. In 2012, the project was awarded $1 million in federal funding through the Transportation, Community and System Preservation program. The new .75 mile multi-use trail will form one segment in a series of trail loops envisioned by RiverFIRST, linking the east and west banks of the Mississippi and providing access to the river for adjacent neighborhoods.

Contact:
Deb Bartels
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
Phone: 612-230-6438
Email: dbartels@minneapolisparks.org

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Monday

Nov232015

New Hotel Will Help Reverse "Urban Renewal" on Washington Ave.

Monday, November 23, 2015 at 8:17AM |

David Tinjum |

It's been almost 60 years since our civic leaders began tearing down of the heart of Minneapolis, when an unholy alliance of City Government and real estate moguls joined forces to destroy the oldest, most architecturally and historically significant parts of our city in the name of “urban renewal”.

Using a sales pitch of "competing with the suburbs;" "progress;" and most effective of all - "slum clearance", approximately twenty-five city blocks of 19th and early 20th century buildings – more than 200 in all - fell victim to the wrecking ball. At the time it represented more than 40% of downtown Minneapolis!

November 21 Mill City Farmers Market - Much Gratitude

Monday, November 23, 2015 at 5:08AM |

Kim Eslinger |

The Saturday before Thanksgiving - a most thankful time at the Mill City Farmers Market.

Dr. Harold Wilkins of Goldfinch Flowers - showing his wild side.

Best gift idea ever - Market tokens! :)

Award winning cheese from Shepherd's Way Farms.

Beth Dooley signed copies of her latest cookbook, The Birchwood Cafe Cookbook.

Shoppers enjoyed complimentary chair massage courtesy of Ambient Gallerie.

The goat!

See you at the next indoor Market - Saturday, December 12, 10a-1p! :)

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Saturday

Nov212015

Rocky and Troy: High Above the Stone Arch Bridge and St. Anthony Falls

Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 7:10AM |

Kim Eslinger |

More of the silly photo series - The Adventures of Rocky and Troy. Recently they were checking out the sites from the Endless Bridge of the Guthrie Theater, including the Stone Arch Bridge and St. Anthony Falls.

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Friday

Nov202015

Vigil to Remember MN Victims of Impaired Driving Scheduled for November 22

Friday, November 20, 2015 at 1:33PM |

Kim Eslinger |

During the holiday season each year, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) gathers to remember the victims and survivors of impaired driving crashes. You are invited to attend the ceremony.

Please remind friends and family to plan ahead for a safe and sober ride this holiday season and every day of the year.

Event: MADD Candlelight Vigil of Remembrance & Hope

Date: Sunday, November 22, 2015

Time: Program begins at 3p.m.

Location: The Woman's Club, 410 Oak Grove Street, Minneapolis, MN 55403

More: If you have lost a loved one due to impaired driving and would like them to be recognized during the memorial, please contact Amee at 651-523-0802 or amee.krogfus@madd.org

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Friday

Nov202015

Minneapolis RiverCurrent | Riverfront News Articles 11-20-2015

Friday, November 20, 2015 at 7:29AM |

David Tinjum |

Soap Factory Hiatus

http://www.startribune.com/soap-factory-art-gallery-might-close-in-december/343820132/

http://www.mndaily.com/ae/art/2015/11/17/after-scare

Sheridan Memorial Park

http://www.startribune.com/all-s-quiet-at-sheridan-veteran-memorial-on-97th-armistice-anniversary/346093912/

Community Keg House Proposal

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2015/11/10/community-keg-house-grain-belt-northeast-taproom.html

Lucid Taproom in North Loop

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/lucid-will-open-its-destination-taproom-this-winter

The Human Touch Exhibit at Weisman

http://www.startribune.com/ethnic-diversity-finds-expression-in-corporate-art-at-weisman-art-museum/346910032/

Eastside Restaurant

http://www.citypages.com/restaurants/decadent-but-wholesome-a-sneak-peek-at-eastsides-brunch-7829084

http://www.lavendermagazine.com/our-scene/eat-the-menu-eastside/

New Owner of Mpls Photo Center (second item in this piece)

729-53 Washington Avenue North Development Proposal

http://www.startribune.com/group-of-north-loop-residents-oppose-new-10-story-building/347946461/

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/morning_roundup/2015/11/scared-of-shadows-north-loop-residents-oppose-10.html

Pros and Cons of Hydroelectric Generation

http://www.startribune.com/is-hydropower-green-not-really/348068391/

http://www.startribune.com/counterpoint-hydropower-is-a-star-among-renewables/351205251/

Charlie Award Winners Include Spoon and Stable, Borough

http://www.startribune.com/charlie-awards-winners-announced/350053741/

http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2015/11/16/twin-cities-chefs-restaurants-recognized-in-5th-annual-charlie-awards/

http://bringmethenews.com/2015/11/16/best-of-the-best-in-twin-cities-food-scene-honored-at-charlie-awards/

Canoe Share Program on Mississippi

http://www.citylab.com/commute/2015/11/bike-share-meet-canoe-share/415260/

The Food Building

http://www.kare11.com/story/money/business/inventures/2015/11/14/food-building-bringing-craft-food-to-the-city/75774258/

Hennepin County and City of Minneapolis Recognized as Bicycle Friendly

http://www.startribune.com/hennepin-county-wins-silver-rating-for-bicycle-efforts/350621471/

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/hennepin-county-receives-bicycle-friendly-distinction

New Identity (WeDo) Introduced for Hennepin Avenue Cultural District

http://www.startribune.com/west-downtown-in-minneapolis-gets-a-new-brand-wedo/351168411/

National Park Service Outreach to Younger Visitors

http://www.startribune.com/at-100-national-park-service-seeks-younger-more-diverse-crowd/351227801/#1

Good Bye Nye’s

http://www.startribune.com/i-ve-been-a-nye-s-regular-for-30-years-goodbye-to-my-favorite-bar/335192961/

Cine Latino at St. Anthony Main Theatre

http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2015/11/17/cine-latino-bringing-fresh-spanish-films-to-st-anthony-main/

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LAST WEEK FROM MINNEAPOLIS RIVERCURRENT | 11/13/2015

Happy Birthday, Doughboy!

http://www.startribune.com/pillsbury-doughboy-celebrates-50th-birthday/340213631/

http://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/11/06/pillsbury-dough-boy

http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2015/11/05/pillsbury-doughboy-turns-50/

http://bringmethenews.com/2015/11/05/he-can-bake-his-own-cake-pillsbury-doughboy-turning-50-this-weekend/

http://www.kare11.com/story/news/2015/11/05/still-fresh-pillsbury-doughboy-turns-50/75224794/

http://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/11/06/pillsbury-dough-boy?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+MPR_Business+%28Business+from+Minnesota+Public+Radio%29

Flirt Boutique Open in Colonial Warehouse

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/flirt-boutique-is-now-open-in-the-colonial-warehouse-building

Possible Wood Chipping Site Relocation

http://www.startribune.com/park-board-s-chipping-site-may-move-from-fort-snelling-to-near-upper-river/340889141/

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/park-board-considers-relocating-wood-processing-to-northeast-minneapolis

200 Central Development Proposal

http://finance-commerce.com/2015/11/alatus-prefers-condo-tower-for-st-anthony-main-site/

Pillsbury A Mill Sign Re-Lighting

http://www.a-millartistlofts.com/about/#news

The Food Building

A-Mill Artist Loft

http://www.journalmpls.com/voices-feed/a-loft-to-remember

Soap Factory Future Uncertain

http://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/11/06/soap-factory

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/morning_roundup/2015/11/facing-budget-crunch-soap-factory-gallerywill.html

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/soap-factory-will-be-going-dark-this-winter

“More Than a Single Story” at Open Book

Bachelor Farmer Café Opening

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/the-bachelor-farmer-prepares-to-open-new-cafe

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LAST WEEK FROM MINNEAPOLIS RIVERCURRENT | 11/05/2015

7West Apartments Sold

http://www.startribune.com/sold-7west-apartments-designed-with-the-help-of-a-feng-shui-master-fetches-54-5-million/337964981/

http://finance-commerce.com/2015/10/weidner-pays-54-5-million-for-7west-apartments/

Rojo Will Replace Shag Sushi

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/shag-sushi-is-out-rojo-is-in

Historic Signs and Re-Lighting of Pillsbury Sign

http://www.minnpost.com/cityscape/2015/10/signs-time-why-we-spend-big-bucks-save-old-ads

http://www.startribune.com/a-red-letter-night-for-the-minneapolis-skyline/339834052/

http://bringmethenews.com/2015/11/02/iconic-pillsburys-best-flour-sign-is-relit-tonight/

http://blogs.mprnews.org/newscut/2015/11/welcome-back-pillsbury-sign/

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/pillsbury-sign-lights-up-the-riverfront-once-again

Betty Danger’s Fall Cotillion

http://www.startribune.com/scene-heard-betty-danger-s-fall-cotillion/338811222/#1

Mill City Farmers’ Market Winter Markets Announced

http://www.americantowns.com/mn/minneapolis/news/mill-city-farmers-market-announcing-monthly-mill-city-winter-markets-24452437

Good Bye to Nye’s

http://www.startribune.com/i-ve-been-a-nye-s-regular-for-30-years-goodbye-to-my-favorite-bar/335192961/

Stone Arch Hotel Proposal

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/10-story-stone-arch-hotel-planned-for-downtown-east

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2015/11/02/10-level-hotel-planned-near-u-s-bank-stadium.html

http://www.startribune.com/near-the-new-vikings-stadium-another-hotel-is-being-planned/340001171/

Pillsbury A Mill Renovation (including video tour)

http://www.blog.generalmills.com/2015/11/new-life-for-the-mighty-pillsbury-a-mill/

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Thursday

Nov192015

West River Parkway Update!

Thursday, November 19, 2015 at 3:04PM |

Kim Eslinger |

Via a November 19 e-newsletter from the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board:

West River Parkway to reopen by January 1 for winter season

The continued warm and relatively dry weather has benefited construction progress to repair the mudslide which occurred along West River Parkway on June 19, 2014.

Five walls are needed to repair the hillside. Wall three near the hospital and Wall two near the parkway are the most critical to the stability of the slope and are the most challenging to construct.

Eight-four micro-piles, the foundation for Wall three, are drilled and grouted and Veit & Company has begun to pour the concrete cap. Earthwork below the cap and construction of the vertical face of the wall will follow.

The drilling of vertical footings for Wall two has also begun.

As a result, Veit & Company is on track to re-open the parkway and trails at the end of December 2015. Some construction items will remain for the 2016 construction season and will require an additional four to eight weeks of parkway closure in late spring and early summer.

West River Parkway is also affected by the reconstruction of the Franklin Avenue Bridge by Hennepin County. The parkway under the west pier of the bridge will be closed from April-October of 2016 for the bridge deck replacement. Parkway and trail traffic will be detoured.

The MPRB appreciates the public’s patience during this complicated and challenging project.

Visit the project page to learn more.

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Thursday

Nov192015

New Downtown Park Designs Go on Display in December

Thursday, November 19, 2015 at 12:22PM |

Kim Eslinger |

Via a November 19 e-newsletter from the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board:

New Downtown park designs go on display in December

Please visit one of three open houses scheduled Dec. 3, 8 and 10 to view and comment on designs

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) invites the public to examine and comment on designs for parks and open spaces in downtown Minneapolis at one of the three open houses scheduled in December. These concepts were created after months of listening, careful planning and creative design work.
Stop by any time 6-8 pm to view the concepts created and chat with project staff. The designs for every downtown park will be available at every meeting.

North Area Open House
Thursday, Dec. 3, 6-8 pm
MPRB Headquarters—2117 W. River Road

East Area Open House
Tuesday, Dec. 8, 6-8 pm
Elliot Recreation Center—1000 E 14th St.

South Area Open House
Thursday, December 10, 6-8 pm
Loring Community Arts Center—1382 Willow St.

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About this project
The MPRB's Downtown Service Area Master Plan will set the vision for future park and recreation development and improvements in the downtown area. It will establish a new, urban model for service delivery, maintenance, funding and operation of parks in downtown Minneapolis.

This project is part of a joint effort between the MPRB and City of Minneapolis to improve parks and public spaces downtown. The cooperative work done on the MPRB's Downtown Service Area Master Plan and the City of Minneapolis' Downtown Public Realm Framework is known collectively as Pathways To Places: Shaping Downtown Together.

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Thursday

Nov192015

Poll - What do you think of the Vikings "Legacy Ship"

Thursday, November 19, 2015 at 10:37AM |

David Tinjum |

The Vikings release photos of the key feature of the new stadium plaza today - The Legacy Ship. At 160 feet long and 45 feet wide, it willbe a big part of the new stadium experience. Based on the slide show below, what is your take?

Take the Mill City Times poll...

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Wednesday

Nov182015

If You Love Maps, November 18 is Your Lucky Day!

Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at 3:00AM |

Kim Eslinger |

November 18 is GIS Day. GIS Day provides an international forum for users of geographic information systems (GIS) technology to demonstrate real-world applications that are making a difference in our society.

At a local level, Hennepin County offers many maps and tools for residents and businesses made possible through GIS technology. As part of international GIS Day, Hennepin County invites you to explore maps and applications that can help you access data and information from across Hennepin County.

Natural resources interactive map

Allows users to locate detailed information on vegetative cover, natural resource corridors, soils, wetlands, floodplains, geology, topography and the ecological significance of an area. View the natural resources interactive map.

Transportation map

This map provides county residents and visitors an up-to-date comprehensive picture of what is taking place on roads within its borders. View the transportation map.

GIS open data

The county GIS open data site hosts over forty spatial datasets that are available to residents free of charge and without license agreement. View the GIS open data webpage.

You can also sign-up for email or text message notifications about maps, services and open data from our GIS team. Click here to subscribe.

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