The Neighborhood Advocate Oct 16, 2007

Calling All Volunteers: Help Finish the Final Mural of 2007

Help put the ‘community’ in Corcoran’s community mural project this Saturday, October 20 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Way We Move, a mural that explores the history of travel on Lake Street, got a great start last weekend, but damp weather and low volunteer turnout delayed its completion. KSTP Channel 5 interviewed painters and ran this new story.

If you’re reading this newsletter, we need you this Saturday, October 20 to help finish Corcoran’s final mural of 2007! Even an hour of your time will be very helpful, and no experience is necessary. Bring your friends and neighbors—especially young people. It all happens at Maaco Auto Center, 2005 East Lake Street.

The Way We Move is mural number 3 of 10 in a yearlong Corcoran Youth Mural project led by artist Elise Kyllo and CNO. The project is made possible by many, many volunteers, the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council through an appropriation from the Minnesota State Legislature, and paint provided by Valspar. To learn more, contact Eric at CNO.

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Grant Funds for Lead Abatement Available

Do you live in a home or apartment building built before 1978? Do you see chipping, peeling or deteriorated paint in your living environment? If so, your family could be at risk for lead poisoning. You may qualify for free services, including identification of dangerous lead hazards, window replacement, custom tailored educational services for your family or for rental property owners, and blood lead testing. Call the Sustainable Resources Center at 612-872-3282 for more information.

Learn About Efforts to Curb Prostitution

The Powderhorn Park neighborhood is hosting an event to discuss existing efforts to reduce prostitution. Neighbors are invited to learn more about what has been done, meet the people working on the issue, and discuss what to do next. The meeting is at Powderhorn Park (3400 15th Ave. S) on Tuesday, October 23 at 6:30pm. Amy Arcand, CNO's Executive Director, has been asked to speak about Corcoran's new street outreach program to women in prostitution.

October 6 Book Sale Was a Big Success

The 2007 Corcoran neighborhood Book Sale was a great success! More than one hundred people browsed the wide selection of books, snacked on baked goods donated by residents Gwen McMahon and Cyndi Butler, and visited with neighbors. Over $1,400 was raised for CNO programs with the help of our sponsors, Attorney David K. Porter, Bratt Tree Company, and Matt’s Bar. Thanks to the Events Committee for your hard work in organizing this event!

Chatterbox Will Host Wine Tasting Benefit

Come enjoy wine, delicious appetizers and conversation at the Chatterbox Pub! On Friday, October 26, the Chatterbox and CNO will be hosting a wine tasting from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Tickets are on sale now at the CNO office (3451 Cedar Ave S): $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Half of the proceeds will benefit CNO. The wine tasting is organized by volunteers of the Events Committee. Everyone is invited to help on this committee, whose next meeting will happen this Wednesday, October 17, 6:00 pm at CNO.