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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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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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“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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MPD Update: Neighborhood Advisory-Central Air Conditioner Thefts

By maryann | February 2, 2012

Click on the link to see the information DOC020212

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Where to get the help you need. Are you a senior homeowner or a homeowner with disabilities who lives in North Minneapolis? Will you need snow-shoveling help?

By maryann | February 2, 2012

Are you a senior homeowner or a homeowner with disabilities who lives in North Minneapolis? Do you need help with snow-shoveling? Lawn mowing? Minor housecleaning and repairs? The two agencies listed below may be just what you are looking for. Neighborhood Involvement Program (N.I.P.) N.I.P. North Office at the Center for Families, 3333 North 4th Street, Minneapolis, MN [...]

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MPD-Block Leader Training-Monday, February 13

By maryann | February 2, 2012

For information about new  Block Leader Training, click on the link BLT021312

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MPRB News: Ski Trails, Snow and Ice Rink Updates

By maryann | February 2, 2012

Back to What’s New Listing Thursday, February 02, 2012 Ski trail, snow and ice rink updates Updates are provided throughout the 2011-12 winter season Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012 Ice Rinks Due to the warm weather and unsafe ice conditions, all warming houses and outdoor ice rinks have closed and will remain closed until further notice. [...]

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Radon Test Kits Available for $9

By maryann | February 2, 2012

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. and the first cause among nonsmokers. More than 21,000 deaths are attributed to radon each year in the U.S. The Minnesota Department of Health estimates that one in three existing Minnesota homes has radon levels that pose a large health risk over many [...]

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Minneapolis Redistricting – Draw Your Own Map

By maryann | January 31, 2012

Join us for a hands-on learning experience on redistricting. For the first time, you will have the power to draw and propose your own redistricting maps for Minneapolis City Council. This event will show you how to draw lines that are drawn around people, not politicians. Come by yourself or recruit a team to participate [...]

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