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Camden Winterfest & Chili Cook-off, February 4, noon – 3pm

By Mary Ann | Published: 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 Mary Ann | Published: 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 Mary Ann | Published: 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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MPRB News: Night Owl Hike at Roberts Bird Sanctuary – February 4

By Mary Ann | Published: 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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MPD-Update: Neighborhood Advisory – Central Air Conditioner Thefts

By Mary Ann | Published: February 2, 2012

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How 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 Mary Ann | Published: 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 [...]

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MPRB News: Ski Trails, Snow and Ice Rink Updates

By Mary Ann | Published: February 2, 2012

Back to What’s New Listing Thursday, February 02, 2012 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. MPRB crews have suspended rink maintenance, effective [...]

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City of Minneapolis: Radon Test Kits available for $9

By Mary Ann | Published: 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 Mary Ann | Published: 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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Metro Paint-A-Thon – applications now available. Application deadline is May 4

By Mary Ann | Published: January 30, 2012

The Metro Paint-A-Thon helps low-income seniors and people with permanent physical disabilities continue to live independently in their own homes. A volunteer team is matched to scrape, prime and paint the exterior of each eligible home/garage, thereby keeping it well maintained, beautiful and an asset to the neighborhood.  All of this is done at no [...]

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