Check out new and returning resources, jobs, community events, and more each month.
Jobs & Paid Opportunities
The Somali Museum is hiring a Program Manager and Program Coordinator.
Southeast Como Improvement Association (SECIA) is seeking a part-time Executive Director. Learn more and apply here.
CTUL is hiring a Fundraising Director. Learn more and apply here.
Mount Olivet Lutheran Church is hiring a Communications and Outreach Manager and a Wedding Coordinator. Learn more and apply here.
Resources
The Energy Assistance Program (EAP) can help you pay your energy and water bills between October 1, 2022 and May 31, 2023. Qualified applicants may receive a grant paid directly to their utility provider to reduce utility expenses. Learn more and apply here.
Fare For All sells packs of fresh produce and frozen meat at up to 40% off of retail prices. Their $35 December pack includes ham, sides, and a dessert! Check out their monthly sales and packs here.
HomeHelpMN is offered through Minnesota Housing to help if you have fallen behind on your mortgage or other housing-related expenses due to the pandemic. Learn more and apply here. Note that the income cap is extended to $50,000/per year and the deadline has been lifted.
Minnesota has a streamlined application for benefits such as cash, food, emergency housing, and childcare assistance. Learn more and apply here.
Events & More
Indoor Playground at Powderhorn Recreation Center is in session! Preschoolers are welcome for playtime with their parent Thursdays, 10am - 12noon, until Dec. 15th.
Midtown Global Market is hosting Holiday No Coast Craft-o-Rama on Saturday, Dec. 3rd from 10 AM to 4 PM! Twin Cities' premier handmade holiday gifts shopping extravaganza. Learn more here.
Eastlake Craft Brewery invites you to their How Bazaar - Holiday Market on Sunday, Dec. 4th from 11AM to 4PM! Shop small this season with a great selection of local makers and artisans all gathered in one space. Enjoy coffee, baked goods, and maybe a beer while doing your holiday shopping. Learn more here.
The American Swedish Institute is hosting Julmarknad Handcraft Market & Festival on Dec. 3rd. The sights and sounds of the Scandinavian marketplace returns the first weekend in December at one of the region’s largest handcraft markets and festivals. Click here for information about this year’s Julmarknad and to purchase tickets.
The Arbeiter BIPOC Holiday Maker Market is on Saturday, Dec. 10th from 12 - 5 PM! 'Tis the season for holiday markets. They have some great vendors lined up this year spanning jewelry, apparel, art, candles and more. Learn more here.
Santa and Mrs. Clause will be stopping by Midtown Global Market on Friday, December 16. Join us from 5-7 PM for holiday music, kids crafts, and Santa. Learn more here.
Holidazzle will be in Loring Park Friday through Sunday between Nov. 25th and Dec. 18th and will feature local foods, beverages, shopping, entertainment, visit Santa in person, amusement rides, fireworks, the Holidazzle Yeti interactive illuminated art installation, and more. Learn more and see the full schedule here.
Artists: Applications are open for the Powderhorn Art Fair! Apply to show and sell your work on August 5th & 6th, 2023 around scenic Powderhorn Lake. Learn more and apply here.