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Minnesota’s Precinct Caucuses will be held Tuesday, February 7, at 7:00 p.m.

By maryann | February 2, 2012

If you need more information regarding the 2012 precinct caucuses, please check the information below that lists  Minnesota’s political parties or contact the League of Women Voters Minneapolis, 81 S. 8th St., Suite 335, Minneapolis, MN 55402. Open 10am – 2pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 612.333.6319, Website: lwvmpls.org. Constitution Party 36235 U.S. Highway 71, Redwood [...]

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Camden Winterfest & Chili Cook-off, February 4, Bohanon Park, Noon to 3pm

By maryann | February 2, 2012

What: Camden Winterfest & Chili Cook-off When: Saturday, February 4, Noon – 3pm Where: Bohanon Park Fun for all ages: Games, snow frisbee, snowball launcher, skating, snowshoeing, medallion hunt, food, bonfire. $5 for ages 16+ Under 16 years – free

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Loppet Festival moves all events to Wirth Park

By maryann | February 2, 2012

Loppet Festival moves all events to Wirth Park Due to a lack of snow and warmer temperatures, the City of Lakes Nordic Ski Foundation has shifted all 2012 City of Lakes Loppet Cross-Country Ski Festival events to Theodore Wirth Park. The festival, originally planned for skiing along the Chain of Lakes with a finish in [...]

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MPD Precinct 4 Update: Court Watch Event- February 10 -Special Presentation: Juvenile Justice System

By maryann | February 2, 2012

Friday, Feb 10th at 10am, Minneapolis Central Library Tom Arneson, Senior Managing Attorney of the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office Juvenile Division will discuss juvenile issues on Friday, February 10th at 10 am at the Downtown Library, the First Precinct Court Watch. Due to the level of interest in this topic, all citywide Court Watch participants, as well [...]

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MPRB News: Ice rinks and warming houses close today due to warm temps and unsafe ice

By maryann | February 2, 2012

Due to the warm weather and unsafe ice conditions, all warming houses and outdoor ice rinks were closed this morning and will remain closed until further notice. Maintenance on ice rinks has also been suspended. On Monday, recreation and operations staff will look at the weather forecast and assess the situation. The MPRB website (news [...]

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SPCO to Present Free Concert at the Capri Theater February 4, 7pm

By maryann | February 2, 2012

SPCO FREE Concert at the Capri Theater Concert Information: Saturday, February 4, 2012, 7 p.m. Program: Mozart: Flute Quartet in D Major Martinu Quartet for Clarinet, Horn, Cello and Snare Drum Schubert: Octet in F for Winds and Strings Tickets: FREE. Reserve tickets in advance at http://spcocaprifeb4.eventbrite.com.  Tickets are given on a first come, first-served basis. [...]

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MPRB News: Night Owl Hike at Roberts Bird Sanctuary-February 4

By maryann | February 2, 2012

Saturday, February 4th, 5:30 to 7:00pm. Listen for the Eastern Screech Owl or catch a glimpse of the magnificent Great-Horned Owl. Take an evening walk through the park with the chance to hear or see one of the many owl species of Minnesota. A naturalist will lead you through the bird sanctuary and tell you all about [...]

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“We Watch We Call” Signs are back in stock!

By maryann | February 2, 2012

We Watch We Call is a public safety initiative of 4th Precinct CARE Task Force. The signs are free, limit five signs per request. The signs may be picked up at 1206 37th Avenue North, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Information: 612-521-2100.

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Clothing Closet

By maryann | February 2, 2012

Clothing Closet: Most needed now: kids’ clothes and winter coats. Where is it located and when is it open?  North United Methodist Church, 4350 Fremont Avenue North, on the first, second, third Saturday of each month, 9:00 a.m. to noon and the first Monday of each month-6:00 – 8:00pm also Mobile Loaves and Fishes Free [...]

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MPD Update: Neighborhood Advisory-Central Air Conditioner Thefts

By maryann | February 2, 2012

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