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Community seeks permanent home at
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For six seasons, the Midtown Farmers' Market has enjoyed use of the school district property at 2225 E. Lake St, but the district has signaled it will likely sell the property for redevelopment in 2009. In a recent letter, the Market and CNO asked the district and elected leaders to help create a permanent home for the Market at 2225 E. Lake by setting aside a small portion of the 6-acre site as permanent public space. 
Advocate for the Midtown Market at Capitol farm event
The Land Stewardship Project will host its annual Family Farm Breakfast at the Capitol on Tuesday, February 17 from 7:00 to 9:30 am to promote sustainable communities and family farms. Local volunteers will attend to talk to State leaders about the Midtown Farmers' Market site issue described above. If you'd like to join them, please equip yourself to represent the Market by attending the February 16 meeting at 6:00 pm at CNO (see above).
Fundraiser to raise awareness of Midtown Market issue
Come learn more about the Midtown Farmers’ Market site issue described above, and get involved! A house party is planned for Sunday, February 22, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the home of Gerry Tyrrell and Kevin Reuther. Please find details and R.S.V.P. at this online invitation. This event will also raise general operating funds for the Market. Donations are tax-deductible. Suggested donation: $10 individual / $15 family.
Corcoran unites to celebrate volunteer achievements
Over 80 people attended the February 2 Volunteer Recognition ceremony and candlelit dinner at Corcoran Park. The event featured food generously donated by local restaurants. Melanie Casiday and Heather Grazzini shared the honor of being named Volunteer of the Year, while Norb Kappes was recognized with the Dorothy LaDue Lifetime Volunteer award. These and other worthy candidates were toasted by fellow volunteers for their efforts to improve the Corcoran neighborhood this past year. Read about the award nominees.
Non-partisan forum to feature City Council candidates
City council members make important decisions about what happens in our community, and all 13 Council seats will be on the 2009 ballot. Before the upcoming March caucuses and endorsing conventions, join the Longfellow Community Council for a non-partisan political forum including Council candidates from our own 9th Ward. This moderated forum will include time at the end for audience questions. 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, Saturday, February 21, Matthews Park, 2318 29th Ave.
CNO seeks your ideas for new small grant fund
CNO will offer a small grant (perhaps $150) in 2009 for specific "curb appeal" property improvements such as plantings, rain gardens, or exterior painting. The Housing Committee is seeking input on what improvements should be funded, and plans to finalize the program in February and launch it by April. Corcoran residents, please share your ideas or learn more by contacting Eric at CNO by e-mail or at 612-724-7457.
Susan Hensel Gallery invites you to upcoming events
Susan Hensel Gallery, 3441 Cedar Ave S, invites you to upcoming events and exhibits. On Saturday, Feb. 21 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, the gallery will close "Review Reflect Recycle," a show by collage artist James Michael Lawrence, by inviting attendees to take the artwork home. On Feb. 22 from noon to 4:00 pm, Zach Pearl will open his exhibit of new work called "Archipelago" with a brunch and reception. 612-722-2324.
Corcoran Neighborhood Organization | 3451 Cedar Ave S | Minneapolis MN 55407
Phone 612-724-7457 | Fax 612-721-7588