‘Miscellany’ Archives
News You Can Use: Feb. ’24
Musicians in our Midst: Applications to perform in the 2024 Minneapolis Music in the Parks Series are Now Open!It’s not too early to start planning for a summer gig in the park! These concerts take place at six venues in the Minneapolis park system between Memorial Day and Labor Day. If you’re interested, don’t delay, the application process closes February 14! Apply online at minneapolisparks.org/news/2024/01/03/apply-to-perform-in-the-2024-minneapolis-music-in-the-parks-series.Questions? Contact Minneapolis Music in the Parks at612-230-6484 or concerts@minneapolisparks.org Teaching apprentice Maggie Teitelbaum answered questions after reading some of her poems published in Beating at Terra Firma. CREDIT: David Pierini Jonah Abraham signaled his readiness to read. CREDIT: David Pierini Books by Neurodiverse AuthorsWish the work of neurodiverse authors was more visible and available? Cow Tipping Press is a local organization that supports and publishes writing by people [...]
Around Town: Feb ’24
Jayanthi Kyle celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day South Minneapolis Style with a godchild at Powderhorn Park Recreation Center on January 15th. The celebration is an annual Southside tradition sponsored by the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board and the Powderhorn Park Neighborhood Organization. CREDIT: Laura Hulscher On January 7th, Patrick Johnson, regional business agent for the National Letter Carriers Association, addressed a downtown rally in front of the main post office. Sadly, our carriers have been targeted by those seeking to steal the key to your mailbox. NALC is calling for neighborhood awareness and respect under the law. CREDIT: Peter Molenaar
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Smith Foundry: No Update
By H. LYNN ADELSMAN CREDIT: EVAN MULHOLLAND On January 11, 2024 the Climate Justice Committee and EPNI held a community meeting to address Smith Foundry’s hazardous emissions with no Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) staff in attendance. (See chair above: sign courtesy of: Stacey Gurian-Sherman) In late December the MPCA repeatedly wrote and spoke of their concern for the Phillips community saying they “continue to work with neighborhood, groups and local state and federal partners to address your concerns to protect the health and well-being of East Philip residents.” But there are no statements or actions other than the MPCA noting it has installed air quality monitors in the neighborhood and is awaiting a mid April 2024 Emissions Monitoring Plan from Smith. Ongoing delays, after decades of no interest, response or complying with the Clark Bergin Cumulative impact law from 2008, result in business as usual. Save the date:Smith Foundry community meeting [...]
