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Neighbors,
On Tuesday, June 3rd, our community - especially our communities immediately surrounding the Lake and Bloomington area, witnessed a terrifying presence of local and federal law enforcement. No matter the reason for the militarized descent on Lake Street, our community does not deserve the level of fear that took root that day.
I am in communication with the Hennepin County Sheriff about the magnitude of law enforcement presence and activity earlier this week in Minneapolis and what needs to change moving forward to ensure the safety and clarity for all residents. I welcome your thoughts and feedback as I continue advocating on your behalf. To learn more about how the Hennepin County Sheriff’s department operates in situations similar to what took place Tuesday or in general, you can reach out directly to Sheriff Witt and her team.
To close the week I spent some time at our local businesses on Lake Street to buy delicious foods, I encourage supporting our local businesses along the Lake Street corridor as one of many ways to build connection among our diverse communities. However you choose to support our neighbors, the climate around safety and trust improves when we take care of one another.
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or to learn more about how to get involved.
With Wellness,
State of the County
 This years, State of the County highlighted key areas of service. As we weather a changed federal landscape, I am inspired by the nearly 10k Hennepin County Government employees who strive to improve our collective wellbeing. Shoutout to the youngest woman ever elected to the Board, Chair Fernando, for a wonderful State of the County address.
Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA)
 As Chair of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA), I am proud to share that the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners, acting as the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA), has awarded $2 million in Transit Oriented Communities (TOC) program funding to six development projects that prioritize walkable, mixed-use communities that leverage high-quality transit service.
Transit-oriented communities have wide-ranging benefits. They are more resistant to climate change, improve connections to jobs and services, and lower combined housing and transportation costs for residents. The TOC program has been a key lever in the county’s efforts to reduce disparities by race, place, and income and promote vibrant and sustainable communities.
Read more: https://lnkd.in/g7Gc7Znk
Affordable Housing
 Last month, the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners voted to approve $14.8 million for affordable housing. Together, these awards will create or preserve 1,093 affordable rental housing units and 37 affordable homeownership opportunities, opening doors to new neighbors, helping to end resident homelessness, and reducing racial disparities in homeownership.
Read more: https://lnkd.in/g4NbimkG
Commissioner Communication: Age Friendly Hennepin
 May was designated as Older Adults Month (OAM) at Hennepin County. I had the opportunity to share about Age-Friendly Hennepin and activities that support our older resident year-round. It is a time to recognize older adults’ contributions, highlight aging trends, and reaffirm our commitment to serving older adults.
This year’s theme is Flip the Script on Aging. Age-Friendly Hennepin is working with different organizations to bring relevant topics to their focus communities.
In May, Public Health staff were invited to discuss Age-Friendly Hennepin’s efforts and food security with LGBTQ+ older adults at Friends and Company. They also met with an older adult group at the New Hope YMCA and continued to meet with different organizations through the end of the month.
Proclamation: American Indian Month
 While November is recognized nationally as Native American Heritage Month, Indigenous communities in Minnesota have also celebrated and recognized May as American Indian Month for more than 50 years.
Hennepin County strives to continually build strong connection to our American Indian communities in Hennepin. Especially in the past few years, we have been working actively with local American Indian community leaders to deepen our relationship and create more opportunities for partnership and collaboration.
Proclamation: Foster Care Month
In May, Hennepin County joined in the observance of National Foster Care Month. Our Children and Family Services staff hosted an appreciation event for foster families, including a picnic and resource fair.
As it was stated in the resolution, it takes many people working together to provide these children with love, support, and stability. I want to extend our sincerest thanks to our staff, volunteers, community partners, and especially, our foster providers.
Visit to Gale Woods Farm
 Last week, I had a sweet visit to Gale Woods Farm with my colleague Kevin Anderson - Hennepin County Commissioner District 7. It’s a farm in Mound managed by Three Rivers Park District with public education at its root. It’s a great time to check out their workshops, programs and field trips for in-season farm activities!
Learn more about Gale Woods Farm here: https://www.threeriversparks.org/location/gale-woods-farm
‘Five Years Later: In Honor of George Floyd
 Now on display at Hennepin History Museum: ‘Five Years Later: In Honor of George Floyd,’ a new installation presenting visual and audio material culture created by local community members in the aftermath of what was arguably the darkest moment in Hennepin County history. On display through August 2025.
Mighty Mississippi Cleanup Challenge
Hennepin County was challenged by our downstream neighbor, Goodhue County, to participate in the Mighty Mississippi Cleanup Challenge between April 15 and May 15, and we wholeheartedly accepted! We encouraged residents to join a cleanup event, which we listed on our Earth Day web page, organize their own cleanup, or sign up to Adopt-a-Drain.
About 50 cleanups and hundreds of drain cleanouts happened throughout the county during the challenge. We had results reported from 14 groups, including cities, staff groups, neighborhood groups, and nonprofit organizations. The groups that shared data and photos had about 2,800 participants and picked up over 20,500 pounds plus 100 bags of litter!
Thanks to everyone who contributed to keeping our lakes and rivers clean. See highlights from cleanups throughout the county at www.hennepin.us/earth-day
 Last month, I hosted a Park and Portland Community Safety meeting. Every community member there had a thoughtful question to ask. I am grateful to have a project team that is so accessible to the community as they design improvements. As always thanks to Afro Deli for catering delicious bites.
Couldn't make it? You can still submit your feedback at hennepin.us/park-portland!
Upcoming Events:
The project team will be hosting an Open House at the end of June to inform the community of the final design concept based on the feedback received on the draft design concept.
When: Thursday, June 26, 2025 from 4pm to 6pm
Where: American Swedish Institute – 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407
To view more information, please visit the Park and Portland safety improvements project webpage here. Keep this page bookmarked to stay updated.
Land Walk Tour at Roof Depot
 Our team visited with EPNI last month to visualize the meaningful plans for this massive site. Converting the old roof depot into a powerful hub that will honor native stewardship and provide jobs is a transformative project that keeps winning, I am so proud to see it advance!
To view the vision: https://www.epnifarm.org/vision
Nokomis East Annual Meeting
 It was great to share a meal and catch up with residents at the Nokomis East Neighborhood Association’s (NENA) annual meeting. In addition to County updates, we heard about community initiatives, exciting partnerships that NENA has and reflected on highlights from the past year.
Prospect Park Annual Meeting
 I had the pleasure of meeting with residents at the Prospect Park Association (PPA) annual meeting. In addition to connecting with each other we talked about the need for bicycle safety resulting from recent bridge construction, buckthorn removal, and new housing updates.
One South
 Due to historical and present day disinvestment from neighborhood organizations, out of necessity neighbors are working to visualize what merging to sustain themselves might look like. I was happy to join in this critical visioning work at the One South convening last month, hosted in the Historic Coliseum Building.
East Bank Community Meeting
 We had a great community meeting with the East Bank neighborhoods! Special shoutout to the U of M students who came with thoughtful questions concerning how we go about reducing our waste footprint. Special thanks to Robin Wonsley - Minneapolis Ward 2 for co-hosting and Council President Elliott Payne - Minneapolis Ward 1 for stopping by.
Coffee with Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey
 With only 90 days into the job, I had the chance to grab a coffee with history-making Ramsey County Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey today! We shared our visions for our counties and shared values we bring to our roles. I loved hosting him at Wildflyer Coffee in the heart of D4.
Elliott Park Annual Social
 I stopped by Elliot Park Neighborhood (EPNI)’s Annual social and left full with connections, Afro Deli, and new wisdom from our elders. EPNI does phenomenal work uplifting and taking care of neighbors. Special thanks to Hennepin Healthcare for partnering with the neighborhood and hosting the social event.
Indian Health Board of Minneapolis Ceremonial Groundbreaking
 Last month, I dropped by the Indian Health Board of Minneapolis, Inc.’s ceremonial groundbreaking for its new health clinic. The spirit of the event embodied what’s to come for this space; wisdom and culturally centered healing. Investments like this are critical to holistic health in our community.
5 Year Anniversary of the murder George Floyd
 May 25th marked a somber anniversary for many of us here in the district, those of us who live within a stone's throw of 38th & Chicago, and anyone around the world who was paying attention on this day 5 years ago, and its aftermath. Here's what I want you to consider:
You will, or have already seen various different takes on how things have or have not changed in our city since the social uprising that followed the brutal murder of George Floyd. You may hear things that make you feel gaslit, lied to or promised something. Let me be clear: What you feel this weekend is uniquely yours to feel. You know what you saw, you know what you experienced, you know what you were a part of. No one can take that from you. Even mentioning Mr. Floyd's name has been a political circus in some cases.
I strongly encourage you to remember his humanity and how we share that with him. I encourage you to remember that he and so many others should still be here. That he and so many others have family members who miss them terribly and love them dearly. Please also remember your own humanity and that you matter. For some of us, we're still healing, we still see those images burned into our minds of the 9 minutes it took to murder Mr. Floyd, the call to his mother, and the division that followed. The calls to "move on".
Most importantly, book deals and false promises aside, remember that the fight for justice and liberation do not end when the cameras and celebrities go away or when the sentence is handed down. We do this for our freedom. We do this with love. We do this with joy.
Rise & Remember
Over the weekend, Rise & Remember, and a host of great partners made sure that our community was filled with love, joy and remembrance. The festival was organized to commemorate the 5-Year Angelversary of George Floyd, remember all stolen lives, and continue our fight for racial healing, justice, and equity. We will never forget what happened here 5 years ago, but we will forever remain united in the fight for justice.
154th Annual Memorial Service at Pioneers & Soldiers Cemetery
 This Memorial Day, we honored those who sacrificed their lives for this country. On Memorial Day, I attended the 154th annual memorial service at the Pioneers and Soldiers Cemetery on the corner of Lake St. & Cedar Ave. Today's message was uplifting the women who served and who continue to serve.
SNAP Press Conference
 Make no mistake: Cutting SNAP is an attack on working families, especially in Hennepin County where 1 in 9 residents feed their families with this vital program. I used to be one of them.
I toured Community Emergency Service (CES) with U.S. Senator Tina Smith, U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar and other key stakeholders. CES is a food shelf in D4 that serves thousands each year. We saw for ourselves just how vital food security resources are to our residents.
Taking food from the poor to feed the ultra rich is gross, unethical and disturbing. As public servants we won't stand for it.
MPHA 2025 Robert B. Lewis Award
“An Elected Official who has distinguished themselves in the aggressive pursuit to establish and maintain health as a human right and to secure optimal community and personal health."
 This past Monday, I received the 2025 Minnesota Public Health Association B. Robert Lewis Award. I am beyond grateful and overwhelmed to have received this award!
Our investments into birth justice, heart health and Raise the Baseline guaranteed basic income program were some components of my office’s work that were highlighted for this award. To receive this award in the memory of B. Robert Lewis is truly an honor.
Underground Railroad Dedication Ceremony
 Join us this Saturday, June 7th at the Pioneers and Soldiers Cemetery Memorial Cemetery for the Underground Railroad Designation Ceremony!
The Pioneers & Soldiers Cemetery, is the subject of a current Hennepin History Museum exhibit, "In Memoriam", has been designated as part of the National Park Service’s Underground Railroad Network to Freedom, thanks to the work of genealogist Elyse Hill.
https://hennepinhistory.org/avada_portfolio/in-memoriam-residents-of-pioneers-soldiers-cemetery/
Somali Heart Health Event
 Save the date for the upcoming Somali Heart Health event on Thursday, June 12th. This is event is connected to the County's Women's Heart Health Initiative, "Your Heart Beats for Generations". Through this initiative, this event will focus on:
- Expanding prevention efforts and strengthening care coordination before, during, and after serious heart problems, such as a heart attack.
- Recognizing and addressing the relationship between heart health and mental health.
This event will be centered in Somali language. English Interpretation will be available.
Special guest include Yusra Mohamud - Founder of Yuspire, Strategic Advisor and Event Moderator; and Dr. Abdi Jama, Interventional and structural cardiologist, and vascular medicine specialist at M Health Fairview System.
When: Thursday, June 12, 2025 from 6 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: African Development Center (1931 S 5th St Minneapolis, MN 55454)
For more information on the initiative:
https://www.hennepin.us/health-promotion/featured-projects/your-heart-beats-for-generations
Metro B-Line Grand Opening
 Join us at Union Depot in St. Paul as we kick off service on the new Metro B Line!
When:
10 a.m. | Ribbon cutting & media event at Union Depot's East Plaza
10:45 a.m. | Ceremonial first rides leave
Where: Union Depot East Plaza, 214 4th St. E., St. Paul
Free B Line rides
All rides on the new B Line only will be free all day on Saturday, June 14 from 8 AM to 10 PM, sponsored by Midtown Global Market. If you transfer to another route, you must pay the applicable fare.
In District 4:
11 AM – 2 PM | Community celebration at Lake St & Chicago Ave featuring:
- Free commemorative poster (while supplies last)
- Kids art table
- Photo station
- Metro Transit mascot Skip Traffic (12:30 pm - 1:15 pm)
- Community outreach booths
- Cookies from Cookie Cart
- Food available at Midtown Global Market
More information about the B Line
Narcan Training
 When: Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 from 5 PM – 6:30 PM
Where: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church; 2730 E 31st St Minneapolis, MN 55406
Join Council Member Jason Chavez and Hennepin County Commissioner Angela Conley on Tuesday, June 17th for a Narcan Safety Training led by the City of Minneapolis Health Department.
The free training will provide equip participants with knowledge and skills to recognize and prevent an overdose.
Nokomis East (NENA) Garage Sale Day
 When: Saturday & Sunday, June 7 & 8, 2025 from 8 AM to 4 PM
Where:
Weare excited to have our annual Nokomis East Garage Sale Day! This year, we will be hosting our Garage Sale for TWO days! Last year, forty homes across our neighborhood sold items to their neighbors!
When cleaning out your house, did you realize it's time to throw away some larger items? Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha falls is setting out a first come first serve dumpster for the community! Click here to learn more about what you can put in it!
Take a Kid Fishing Day
 Free family events allow people to fish for free with bait, equipment and guides provided
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board hosts Take A Kid Fishing Day at four different park locations on Saturday, June 7, 2025, 10 am-1 pm!
These events are part of Minnesota's annual Take A Kid Fishing Weekend June 6-8. It allows state residents ages 16 or older to take a child 15 or younger fishing without a license to help develop interest in the outdoors through fishing.
Minneapolis Parks supports this great initiative with events at four park locations on Saturday, June 7, 10 am-1 pm:
- Boom Island Park - Riverfront Plaza
- Lake Harriet - Bandshell Dock
- Lake Nokomis - North Dock
- Wirth Lake - Boat Launch Dock
All fishing equipment, bait, and guides will be provided for free! Share a morning with a kid and create a lifelong interest in the outdoors through fishing. The events are free, but pre-registration is requested.
Nokomis Farmers Market Returns!
 When: Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 from 4 PM - 8 PM
Where: 5167 Chicago Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
We've got a packed vendor lineup each week - fresh produce, baked goods, homemade goods, and more. Come shop, snack, and soak up the community vibes
Minnesota Paddling Opener, June 13 - 15
 Celebrate the Mississippi River with a weekend of paddling, community, and fun! Whether you're new to kayaking or a seasoned paddler, the Minnesota Paddling Opener offers the perfect opportunity to dip your paddle into river recreation. From the relaxed 5-mile “Root Beer Float” to challenging endurance routes, there’s something for everyone. All self-powered boats are welcome, and rentals are available.
On Sunday, June 15, join for the free Post Paddle Party and Expo at Mississippi Point Park in Champlin! Enjoy live music, festival fun, and connect with local paddling and river organizations from noon–5 p.m.
Learn more and register at TwoPaddles.org
Prospect Park Garden Walk
When: Saturday, June 14th, 2025 from 10 AM to 3 PM
Where: 66 SE Malcolm Ave., Minneapolis, 55414
Annual event Neighborhood-wide
Prospect Park Garden Walks customarily are scheduled for Saturdays: usually the third weekend in June on various streets in the neighborhood. The tours feature a variety of public and private gardens will showcase both well-established and new gardens including pollinator, vegetable, and therapeutic gardens.
The Prospect Park Garden Club identifies interesting and exceptional gardens in the neighborhood and organizes a self-guided walk to view them all in one afternoon
Vintage Voices 10th Anniversary Block Party
 When: Saturday, June 14th, 2025 from 12 PM to 3 PM
Where: Sabathani Community Center; 310 E 38th St Minneapolis, MN 55409
This free event celebrates a decade of song and connection through Vintage Voices, a choral program by VocalEssence that brings together older adults to uplift and inspire through music.
Nicollet Island Walking Tour
When: Saturday, June 14th, 2025 from 10 AM to 12 PM
Where: Nicollet Island; 40 Power St. Minneapolis, MN 55401
Nicollet Island, or Wita Waste in Dakota, lies just above St. Anthony Falls, next to downtown Minneapolis, and is the site of the first bridge anywhere across the Mississippi River. The 40-acre island was developed as a microcosm of early Minneapolis, with water-powered factories, storefronts, block-long rowhouses, a mansion district and a neighborhood that still stands as a sampler of the 19th century residential architecture. The tour walk is about 1 mile, and with a few modifications, is ADA accessible. The tour guide is Chris Steller, a Nicollet Island resident who has been leading walking tours of the island for more than 25 years. Saturday, June 14, 10 am-12 pm. Reservations at https://www.preserveminneapolis.org/walking-tour-calendar.
Meeting of the Neighborhoods
 When: Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Where: Van Cleve Park; 901 15th Avenue SE, Minneapolis, MN
Join us for our quarterly Meeting of the Neighborhoods. We will host an Open House for you to informally meeting with community leaders and organizations, and enjoy free food.
The Open House will run from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.
At 6:30 pm we will host a formal meeting where you will hear from leaders, organization, as well as the EBNP about upcoming project and initiatives in the neighborhoods.
Seward Garden Tour
 When: Thursday, June 19th, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Where: Seward Elementary; 2309 28th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55406
The Seward Garden Tour features charming gardens created by real people, not professional garden designers. Be prepared to be amazed and delighted by these gardens and their friendly hosts. We hope it inspires you to create your own unique garden!
Your ticket grants you exclusive access to several wonderful gardens in the historic neighborhood of Seward, and a garden party afterwards, with refreshments and door prizes.
You'll pick up your ticket and map at Seward Elementary, (corner of E 22nd St. & 29th Ave S). Day-of-event tickets will be available for $20 (cash or credit card). Tickets available in advance for $15.00. Buy tickets here!
Proceeds from the Seward Garden Tour will be donated to the non-profit Seward Neighborhood Group, whose tireless work contributes to the betterment of the Seward community.
Questions? Email Pat Rosaves at patrosaves@live.com
New Exhibit: Imagining Future Cities
 When: Saturday, June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Where: Weisman Art Museum; 333 E River Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Imagining Future Cities: Global and Minnesota Visions, Past & Present examines the enduring pursuit of the Future City, both globally and in Minnesota. The concept of future cities as a means to create more habitable, just, and sustainable places for people to live, work, and play has captivated visionaries across place and time.
Organized by a team of University of Minnesota architecture and design faculty and students, this curated collection of illustrations, diagrams, and architectural drawings features groundbreaking case studies that reimagine the form and function of future cities.
Through a perspective that bridges global examples with pivotal projects from Minnesota, Imagining Future Cities fosters dynamic dialogue between international trends and local ingenuity.
Agri-Cultural event at Bridal Veil Garden
 When: Saturday, June 21st, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Where: Bridal Veil Garden, 2905 4th Street SE 55414
BF50 Indigenous Health initiative, in partnership with MPRB Bridal Veil Garden, invites you to join us for another Sustainability & Greener Living Agri-Cultural Event with the James Beard Foundation Leadership Award Winner, Jim Embry & guest, Jennifer Bailey.
See the BF50 Indigenous Health website for more details, including the full schedule of activities and registration link.
Registration form: https://sites.google.com/macalester.edu/bf50-indigenous-health/home
Contact the BF50 Wellness Team with any questions: UrbanFarmDirect@gmail.com
New Native Theatre's Two Spirit Powwow
 When: Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 from 3 PM to 9 PM
Where: Minneapolis American Indian Center; 1530 East Franklin Ave South Minneapolis, MN 55404
Support the 4th Annual Two Spirit Powwow! New Native Theatre’s Two Spirit Powwow is Minnesota’s only powwow honoring our Native Two Spirit and LGBTQ+ relatives — and it’s happening June 24, 2025 at the Minneapolis American Indian Center.
This free, family-friendly event brings together over 500 people for a full day of dancing, drumming, regalia, craft vendors, and a community feast. It’s more than a celebration — it’s a sacred space for visibility, culture, and love.
Elder's Brain Health Day
 When: Thursday, June 26th, 2025 from 11 AM – 2:30 PM
Where: Minneapolis American Indian Center; 1530 East Franklin Ave South Minneapolis, MN 55404
Elders are invited to a joyful, wellness-focused community event to celebrate aging well and staying sharp—mind, body, and spirit.
Enjoy a day of:
- Brain health education
- Free health screenings
- Brain games & raffles
- Resource fair
- A community Round Dance
- And a delicious lunch
This event is open to all elders in our community. Come connect, learn, and celebrate life and wellness together. Hosted by Indian Health Board of Minneapolis. Spread the word and bring a friend!
Elliot Park Public Safety Forum
 When: Thursday, June 26th, 2025 from 6PM to 8 PM
Where: Elliot Park Recreation Center; 1000 E 14th St Minneapolis, MN
join the Elliot Park Public Safety Forum to talk directly with safety leaders, including City of Mpls Office of Community Safety Commissioner Todd Barnette, MPD officers, Metro Transit and Park police.
Submit questions or request interpreters: hello@elliotpark.org / 612.234.2280.
Hosted by The Coalition for Elliot Park. Your voice matters!
East Bank Dog Parade
 When: Friday, June 27th, 2025 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Where: Start & End in Historic Main Street Park; 420 Main St. SE Minneapolis, MN 55414
Once led by the Nicollet Island East Bank Neighborhood Association, the beloved Dog Parade is back—and it’s going to be paws-itively awesome! This year, the East Bank Neighborhoods Partnership is unleashing the fun in true East Bank style—and your furry friend is officially invited.
Grab the Leash — Let’s Paw-rade!
Bring your pup (and their people) for a tail-wagging good time as dogs of every breed, size, and age parade proudly down Hennepin Avenue. After the strut, stick around Historic Main Street Park for a bark-worthy celebration.
https://www.eastbankmpls.org/dog-parade
Minneapolis People's Pride Event
When: Saturday, June 28th, 2025 from 12 PM - 4PM
Where: Powderhorn Park; 3400 15th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55407
We are back baby! Get ready to have a blast at Powderhorn park for our 5th annual Minneapolis People’s Pride Event.
Mark your calendars, get your crew together, and ask for the day off of work.
Below are select upcoming events happening in District 4. To view more events at all Hennepin County Libraries, click here.
Children's Reading Circle With MAAHMG
 When: Saturday, June 7th, 2025 from 11 AM to 1 PM
Where: Hosmer Library; 347 E. 36th St, Minneapolis, MN 55408
For families: The Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery (MAAHMG) invites you to join us for our monthly Children’s Reading Circle Author Thuba Nguyen, and her book "My Daddy Tells Me!"
Children’s Reading Circle: The Power of Reading Out Loud with MAAHMG is a family-friendly, all ages reading program that invites local African American authors and community members to engage youth through storytelling and a themed art activity that focuses on Black heritage and the importance of youth literacy. Materials provided. All are welcome to attend!
Medicare Counseling
 When: Tuesday, June 10th, 2025 from 12:45pm - 3:15pm
Where: Arvonne Fraser Library; 1222 4th St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Get free help answering your Medicare questions with Senior LinkAge Line.
Registration is required and can be done at https://trellisconnects.org/get-help/medicare/. Choose to make an in-person appointment, select Arvonne Fraser Library and a date/time. Or call Senior LinkAge Line at 800-333-2433. Registration closes four days before the date.
Collaborators: Trellis, Minnesota Senior LinkAge Line.
Stories Together: Pride
 When: Friday, June 13th, 2025 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Where: Nokomis Library; 5100 S 34th Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55417
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Celebrate family and self-expression during Pride month through books, stories, rhymes, music and movement. Stay for a Family Dance Party!
We'll also host a Story Stroll, weather permitting: Get ready for Pride with Robin Stevenson's and Julie McLaughlin's "Pride Puppy." Stroll from page to page while reading this engaging story of a puppy lost at a Pride Parade. The Stroll will take place around Nokomis Library. Come anytime between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to read with your family!
Bikes & Botany
When: Saturday, June 14th, 2025 from 2 PM - 4 PM
Where: Hosmer Library; 347 E. 36th St, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Join us on our patio for a free bike tune-up clinic with Full Cycle, then visit with Plant-Grow-Share staff and receive fresh produce grown right in the neighborhood.
No registration required. Collaborators: Plant-Grow-Share (Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization), Full Cycle.
Art On the Lawn - Tiny School of Art & Design
 When: Wednesday, June 18th, 2025 from 3 PM - 7 PM
Where: Roosevelt Library; 4026 S 28th Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55406
The Tiny School of Art & Design is a traveling art studio, equipped with high-quality materials and unusual drawing tools and furniture to be used in unexpected locations, with accessible activities. Drop in or stay the entire time. Materials provided.
Celebrate Science: STEM Stations
When: Friday, June 27th, 2025 from 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Where: Nokomis Library; 5100 S 34th Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55417
Come to a science celebration with hands-on activity stations from the Science Museum of Minnesota. These experiments allow kids and adults to work together to explore, experiment, and have fun! Drop in or stay the entire time.
HIV Testing and Foot and Wound Care
When: Friday, June 27th, 2025 from 10 AM to 12 PM
Where: Franklin Library; 1314 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Learn about your health and connect to the care you need in this drop-in program! Meet with the Native American Community Clinic (NACC) to take a free, private Rapid HIV test, learn about HIV prevention and care, and get help connecting to treatment and medical services. The University of Minnesota Mobile Health Initiative (MHI) will also offer free help and supplies related to wound and foot care. No registration required.
Collaborators: Native American Community Clinic, University of Minnesota Mobile Health Initiative.
Reptiles Around the World
When: Friday, June 27th, 2025 from 11 AM to 11:45 AM
Where: East Lake Library; 2727 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Learn about reptiles both large and small, common and rare! Discover what a legless lizard is, meet a rare species snake up close, touch a gecko, hold a large boa constrictor, watch a snake eat, and more! Time is reserved after the presentation to touch and hold the reptiles. Sponsor: MELSA (Metropolitan Library Service Agency).
PWNO Renters Rights Training Program
 In partnership with HOME Line, PWNO is launching a new Renters' Rights Training Program! This four week program will cover topics such as the ins and outs of your lease, how to deal with repair issues in your living space, and what protections are in place for organizing as renters. Bring your past and present situations to work through with neighbors, get connected to housing resources in your area, and help us envision a future with safe, dignified, and stable housing for all.
When: Wednesday's in June (7, 14, 21, 28) from 6 PM - 8 PM
Where: 2400 Park Avenue South, Suite 337, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Food will be provided. If you are a Minneapolis renter and want to join us, please fill out this interest form (PWNO Linktree), or reach out to housing@phillipswest.org. We'll share more details about this program with people who fill out the interest form.
HOME Line
HOME Line provides free and low-cost legal, organizing, education, and advocacy services so that tenants throughout Minnesota can solve their own rental housing problems. They work to improve public and private policies relating to rental housing by involving affected tenants in the process.
Additional Resources for Rental Help
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Call 311 to report issues
Summer Nutrition
Youth and family summer meal resources
The following resources provide information about how, where, and when children 18 and under can access free meals in the summer:
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Sun Bucks – Formerly known as summer EBT, this is an income-based food support program that provides families with $120 per eligible school-aged child to buy groceries when school is out for the summer.
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Summer Food Service - Minnesota Department of Education provides detailed information and resources about the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP).
Recycling Grants
 Recycling grants for multifamily properties are open! These grants can help properties start or improve recycling or organics recycling, reduce contamination, prevent waste, and educate their residents on recycling and waste prevention.
Areas of focus can include purchasing bins and compostable bags, paying for hauling costs, constructing waste enclosures or chutes, managing or preventing the waste of bulky items, and educating residents. Learn more and apply: https://www.hennepin.us/apartmentrecycling
Contact us
Angela Conley
Commissioner, 4th District
Binta Kanteh
Policy Director
612-348-5204
Natasha Rice
District Director
612-348-3204
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