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Greetings! We hope our newsletter serves as a resource for
staying connected to Hennepin County activities and staying updated on county
news and services.
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or to
learn more about how to get involved.
 Social services is my life’s work! I am grateful for opportunities that allow me to further shape the improvement of services and care to our youngest and their families. Earlier this summer, I was appointed to the Governor's Children's Cabinet. Thank you Governor Walz, Lt. Governor Flanagan and team for this appointment, I look forward to leading in this great capacity.
The National Black Police Association MN Chapter, along with the Hennepin County Sherriff’s Office and Minneapolis Police Department, are hosting a school supply donation drive. Together, they are looking to collect as many backpacks, school supplies and supplies for teachers as possible to give back to the community and help families start the school year off.
Mark your calendars – school supply distribution dates:
All supplies collected will be distributed to the public at two distribution events in Minneapolis. Each distribution event is from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
- 8/16: 3210 Oliver Proverbs Christian Fellowship
- 8/23: 310 E St. Sabathani Community Center
Stop food waste, save money, feed your family, become a better cook, fight climate change!
We love food, which leaves us wondering: why do we let so much of it go to waste? About 40% of food is wasted somewhere along the supply chain, and you may be surprised to learn that much of that food waste happens at home.
Food waste costs each of us a significant amount of money, not to mention the resources that go into producing and transporting our food. By taking the Stop Food Waste Challenge, we can save money, fight climate change, provide for our families, and improve our cooking skills.
The challenge goes from August 1 through August 31. Join the challenge now at stopfoodwaste.ecochallenge.org.
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Stream free movies with your
library card
Enjoy thousands of critically acclaimed movies, inspiring documentaries, award-winning foreign films, family and children’s movies and so much more, from Kanopy, the library’s streaming service.
This service is available to Hennepin County residents with a library card. If you are a Hennepin County resident, but do not yet have a library card, you may get a card instantly online. Complete an application.
Go Outside with Hennepin County: more free, fun downtown events this summer!
Summer Sessions at the Government Center
On select Wednesdays, bring your lunch to the South Plaza and enjoy some live music along with some local vendors giving away a treat to finish off your lunch break.
Free Movie Nights and Fitness Classes at Target Field Station
For event listings and more information, visit the Go Outside with Hennepin County event page.
North Loop Neighborhood Association National Night Out Party at Target Field Station
TUESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2023, AT 6 PM – 9 PM
Picnic Dinner at 6p
Movie and Popcorn at 7p
*Top Gun Maverick
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 Powderhorn Art Fair
The Powderhorn Art Fair is headed back to Powderhorn Park, 3400 15th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55407-2225, to celebrate its 32nd anniversary on August 5th & 6th, 2023 from 10AM to 5PM daily! Don’t miss your chance to shop with over 150 artists, check out the immersive art installations, Family Zone, and taste sweet and savory delights from over a dozen food vendors.
Plan your visit at www.powderhornartfair.com
Come to McRae Park on Thursday, Aug 24 from 6–8pm (rain date: Aug 25, same time).
Kids and families have already been play-testing the new equipment and features of the renovated playground at McRae Park.
Now it’s time to officially celebrate this great new addition to Field Regina Northrop with free popsicles, music and special guests.
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Contact us
Angela Conley
Commissioner, 4th District
Binta Kanteh
Policy Director
612-348-5204
Shanese Reed
District Outreach and Scheduler
612-348-3204
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