Northeast Minneapolis hosts transit summit
October 15

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The Central Corridor Light Rail system won’t carry a passenger until 2014, according to the Metropolitan Council, but construction is slated to begin in 2010, if it gets federal approval. A major hurdle in this process was recently passed with last month’s submission of a 4,000 page application. Summit informationThe Neighborhood Transit Summit will be hosted by Third Ward City Councilwoman Diane Hofstede and will take place at the Ritz Theater, 345 15th Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413. Registration begins at 5:00 p.m., the program starts at 6:00 p.m. and a post-summit discussion will take place at 9:30 p.m. For more information, go to Council Member Diane Hofstede’s web site or call her office at 612-673-2203. The Central Corridor is one of the major transit plans that will be discussed at an October 15th neighborhood summit in Northeast Minneapolis. Continue Reading

Mixing art and politics in Northeast Minneapolis

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Poster Offensive 4’s opening reception on October 3 was a rousing success, with popular political posters selling out and the deejays entertaining the crowd until midnight. Frank Stone Gallery
1224 Second St. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
www.frankstonegallery.comNow the Frank Stone Gallery in Northeast Minneapolis is ready to do it again. This Friday, October 10, political activist Arvonne Fraser will be there from 6:30-8:00 p.m. for a reading and discussion of her 2007 political memoir, She’s No Lady: Politics, Family, and International Feminism. The reading starts promptly at 6:30, so be there early to grab a seat or check out all the posters, which will be on display until October 12. Continue Reading

Coming home to Edison Homecoming

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If you grew up in a small town, you knew that when homecoming rolled around the entire community participated. Everyone watched the homecoming parade and the game, turning out in support of their team. This year’s Edison High School Homecoming is trying to drum up similar enthusiasm. Community members, parents, faculty, and alumni are invited to watch Edison play Henry in the homecoming game and then celebrate in Jackson Square Park, which is directly behind the school building. Friday, October 10, 6-10 p.m.Jackson Square Park, MinneapolisFor information, 612.781.2299 or hnia_99@yahoo.comFestivities, which begin at 6 p.m., include an old-fashioned outdoor autumn bonfire, live music, big tents, and plenty to eat and drink. Continue Reading

Who wants to cook?

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If you’re a “foodie” in Minneapolis, there are two great places you should know about: Coastal Seafoods and Let’s Cook. These neighborhood gems have been pleasing customers for years, and both are sharing some secrets through regular cooking demonstrations and classes. “Sushi [class] sells out every time,” said Margaret McDonald, owner and founder of Let’s Cook, located at 330 E. Hennepin Ave. in the East Bank neighborhood since 2004. The store offers cooking equipment and focuses on teaching. Continue Reading

Book note: The Long Journey Home

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The Long Journey Home by Minnesota writer Laurel Means brings out the pioneer spirit in all of us. Set in the post-civil war Americas, this is a book about endurance and hardships, love and loss, settling and moving through the difficulties of life. First time author, Laurel Means lives in Chaska, Minnesota. She has two upcoming readings here in the Twin Cities. Common Good Books165 Western Avenue North, St. Continue Reading