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Radio Show Will Discuss Future of Neighborhood Organizations
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On Wednesday, November 14 at 11:00 am, tune your radio to KFAI 90.3 FM in Minneapolis to hear a conversation about the future of the Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), the primary funding source for Corcoran and other Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. The hosts of the Truth To Tell program will lead a conversation with NRP Executive Director Bob Miller and board member Debbie Evans, along with Mayor R.T. Rybak, who wishes to dismantle the NRP. Listeners are encouraged to join the conversation by calling 612-341-0980. |
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EPA Continues Cleanup, Informational Meetings
Arsenic-tainted soil will be hauled away from the yards of 400 to 500 more homes in south Minneapolis, tripling the size of a toxic cleanup from a former pesticide plant. This Tuesday (Nov. 13), Wednesday, and Thursday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will hold several public meetings where you can learn more. Click here to find nearby meeting locations and times.
Committees Will Discuss 3-Acre Auction, Foreclosures
At their November 19 meeting at 6:00 pm at CNO, the Housing and Land Use & Transportation Committees will continue a discussion on the vacant 3-acre parcel between 31st and 32nd Streets at Hiawatha. Known as the “31st Street Triangle,” the land will be auctioned by the Met Council. The committees will also discuss foreclosed and distressed housing in the neighborhood.
Help Needed to Plan Volunteer Dinner, other events
More volunteers are needed as CNO’s Events Committee begins planning for Corcoran’s annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner scheduled for February 2008. The committee will meet this Wednesday, November 14, 6:00 pm at CNO (please note the time change: in the November Corcoran News, the meeting was publicized for the 21st). The last event, an October 26 Wine Tasting benefit, drew 25 attendees and raised $240 for neighborhood programs.
Start Your Holiday Shopping at Green Gifts Fair
Kick-off this holiday season sustainably at the Twin Cities’ 2nd Annual Green & Fair Trade Gifts Fair this Saturday, November 17 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Shop for green and fair trade gifts from more than 35 vendors, learn about green holiday ideas and eat local, organic holiday treats & drinks. Also, grab a copy—hot off the press—of the local 2008 Do It Green! Magazine. Macalester Campus Center Building, Snelling Ave. S. & Grand Ave. in St. Paul. Learn more here.