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We desire a safe and livable neighborhood. Knowing your neighbors and supporting local businesses can help. We also believe more City, County, and State resources are needed to support communities disproportionately affected by crime.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
This calendar highlights events and programs throughout the community. Please note the organizer and location vary by activity. When attending community meetings and events please remember to wear your mask, practice social distancing and stay home if you're sick.
PPNA Board Meeting
Thursday, May 12th, 2022
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Virtual on Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84554254643
Meeting ID: 845 5425 4643
Find your local number to call in: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbOAIgJYxG
The PPNA Board of Directors meeting is open to the public. Join us on Zoom!
Organizer: PPNA
COLLECTING MEMORIES: A LOVE STORY
April 28th to May 8th, 2022
Varies
Squirrel Haus Arts - 3450 Snelling Ave
This immersive and fun art installation features vintage toys from the 1960’s – present, and incorporates family photos, recordings, an original soundscape, and augmented reality.
Opening Reception Thursday, April 28, 2022, 5:00 – 9:00 pm
Longfellow mini-Toy Swap and ComiCon Saturday, April 30, 2022, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Gallery Hours
Friday, April 29, 2022 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Saturday, April 30, 2022 10:00 am - 4:00 pm / Guided Tour 11:00 am / (Gallery hours are in conjunction with Longfellow mini-Toy Swap and ComiCon)
Sunday, May 1, 2022 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm / Guided Tour at 1:00 pm
Friday, May 6, 2022 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Saturday, May 7, 2022 10:00 am - 4:00 pm / Guided Tour 11:00 am
Sunday, May 8, 2022 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm / Guided Tour at 1:00 pm
Learn more at www.supermonstercity.com/
Organizer: SUPERMONSTER市CITY!
Cinco De Mayo at Midtown Global Market
Saturday, May 7th, 2022
12:00 -3:00 p.m.
Midtown Global Market - 920 E. Lake St.
Cinco de Mayo is an annual celebration held on May 5, which commemorates the anniversary of Mexico's victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.
Today, across the US, Cinco de Mayo is almost synonymous with celebrating Mexican culture, and a great excuse for a springtime fiesta. In other words, ¡vamanos! Let's party! Although Cinco is celebrated on May 5 we will extending the celebration through Saturday, May 7.
The Midtown Global Market will provide a family-friendly, free event celebrating Cinco de Mayo on Saturday, May 7 from noon until 3 p.m. with opportunities for guests to enjoy:
• Free kids' craft: noon – 3 p.m.
• Mexican Hat Dancing performance -
Ballet Folklorico Mexico Azteca
• Salsa demo by expert trainer Rene
Thompson
• Musician Adrian Paz
• Bingo
Food/Drink Specials:
• Manny Tortas special- Taco’s al pastor -
3 for $5
• Eastlake Brewery offering - Mendoza Line Easy Drinkin’ Beer with Lime
• Salsa a la salsa- $5.00 house margaritas de limon
• Andy’s Garage- 2 for 1 Horchata Shakes with the purchase of an entrée
This event is proudly sponsored by United Healthcare.
Street and ramp parking available. Ramp parking is available on 10th Ave and Lake Street.
Organizer: Midtown Global Market
Cinco De Mayo on Lake Street
Sunday, May 8th, 2022
11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Between 2nd Avenue South and Portland Ave at East Lake Street
Este es el evento de reunión hispana más grande en todo el estado. Este año esperamos más de 70.000 personas. La celebración contará con productos y servicios mexicanos, comidas, bebidas, festividades y música, incluidas bandas en vivo, algunas provenientes de México. Tendremos mucha divercion para los niños, así como baile y un desfile.
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This is the largest Hispanic gathering event in the entire state. This year we expect more than 70,000 people. The celebration will feature Mexican products and services, food, drinks, festivities and music, including live bands, some from Mexico. We will have lots of fun for the kids, as well as dancing and a parade.
Organizer: Cinco de Mayo- Minneapolis
MLPS Garden Tool Swap
Saturday, May 14, 2022
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Powderhorn Park - 3400 15th Ave S
Minneapolis Solid Waste and Recycling is teaming up with neighborhoods and parks to bring you the Minneapolis Garden Tool Swap. Head over to Powderhorn Park to swap tools with neighbors and friends.
Learn more at https://www.minneapolismn.gov/.../garbage-recycling-cleanup/
Organizer: Minneapolis Solid Waste and Recycling, PPNA, & Others
Wellness Wednesday
Wednesday, May 25th, 2022
4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Walker Church - 3104 16th Ave S,
Wellness Wednesday from the Powderhorn Area Wellness Collective is coming up on April 27th. It’ll be from 4:30-7:30pm at Walker Church. They typically have folks there who do massage, craniosacral therapy, sound bath, acupuncture, and herbal support. Free for BIPOC and they ask that white community make a donation accessible to them.