BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Our Streets - ECPv6.15.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Our Streets X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Our Streets REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20241101T192445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T153411Z UID:10000030-1731150000-1731157200@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Doorknocking: Streets for People DESCRIPTION:Join us and Twin Cities Democratic Socialists of America doorknocking in Minneapolis! We’ll be letting residents know about the Minneapolis budget process and why they should support Open Streets\, municipal sidewalk plowing\, and traffic calming measures. \n\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\nResidents will be able to fill out a postcard at the door to send to their Minneapolis City Council Member. Whether it is your first time knocking on doors or you’re a seasoned veteran\, we’ll buddy up and have a good time supporting streets for people together. \n\n\n\nSnacks and coffee provided! URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/volunteer-doorknocking-nov-9/ LOCATION:Richard R. Green Central Park Elementary School\, 3416 4th Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55408\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Untitled-design-8.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20241014T194831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T194915Z UID:10000026-1731405600-1731412800@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis City Council Public Budget Meeting DESCRIPTION:Attend the Minneapolis City Council public budget committee meeting to testify in favor of funding Open Streets and traffic calming measures. You can also submit your testimony in writing. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/minneapolis-city-council-public-budget-meeting-nov-24/ LOCATION:Public Service Center\, Room 350\, 250 4th Street South\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55415\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2024-City-Council.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20241028T190858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T053750Z UID:10000035-1731520800-1731524400@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:252/94 Public Meeting (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is hosting a virtual public meeting on the 252/94 project. \n\n\n\nDuring the meeting\, MnDOT will share the latest project updates and will provide time for public questions and comments. \n\n\n\nRegister for the meeting to oppose the expansion and rebuild options for this corridor. There is local opposition\, and the project threatens to displace more than 40 homes and businesses. We know expansion doesn’t solve traffic. It’s unacceptable for MnDOT to continue with expansion options for this project. \n\n\n\nCan’t make the meeting? Email decision-makers. \n\n\n\nTake Action\n\nMore about the project URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/252-94-public-meeting-virtual-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Untitled_Artwork-3.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20241113T214427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T220923Z UID:10000038-1732125600-1732132800@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Give the Max Phone Banking DESCRIPTION:Join us the evening before Give to the Max day for pizza and phone (and text) banking! This is a fun way to help us reach our Give to the Max fundraising goal of $20\,000. We will provide a script and training. Questions? Email volunteer@ourstreetsmn.org. \n\n\n\nSign Up\n\nDonate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe will meet at the Our Streets office. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/give-the-max-phone-banking/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Instagram-1080x566-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T174500 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20241122T225254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T225255Z UID:10000039-1733243400-1733247900@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Happy Hour with the Our Streets Board DESCRIPTION:Our Streets is looking for community members interested in joining our Board of Directors to contribute towards our mission of people-first transit. Being a part of the board is an incredibly rewarding way to support streets for people! \n\n\n\nJoin current board members for happy hour to learn more about what’s it is like to serve on the Our Streets board. \n\n\n\nApply to Join the Our Streets Board\n\n\n\nModist Brewing505 N 3rd St\, Minneapolis\, MN 55401 URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/happy-hour-with-the-our-streets-board/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/DSCF6715.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20241021T194611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T194752Z UID:10000034-1733423400-1733427000@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Legalize Land Value Tax: Expert Panel Discussion DESCRIPTION:Land Value Tax (LVT) is illegal in Minnesota. But it is a valuable property tax tool that\, if legalized\, towns and cities across the state could use if they choose. LVT disincentivizes damaging land speculation\, addresses problematic vacant or underutilized land\, and can help transform communities with new\, sustainable housing and development. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nJoin LVT experts from across the nation (Adriana Rizzoli\, Josie Faass\, Jamal Thomas\, and Nick Allen) for an exclusive panel discussion on land use reform and how it can help transform the way our communities grow.   \n\n\n\nCo-hosts: Sierra Club\, Common Ground MN\, Neighbors for More Neighbors\, Sustain Saint Paul\, Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/legalize-land-value-tax-expert-panel-discussion/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Untitled-design-19.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Sierra Club North Star Chapter":MAILTO:north.star.chapter@sierraclub.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20241122T230450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T180150Z UID:10000040-1733567400-1733576400@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Doorknocking: Twin Cities Boulevard DESCRIPTION:Join us and Twin Cities Democratic Socialists of America doorknocking in Saint Paul for Twin Cities Boulevard! We’ll be knocking in Saint Paul City Council Member Mitra Jalali’s ward. We will split into two groups and doorknock two different apartment complexes. \n\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\nResidents will be able to fill out a postcard at the door to send to Saint Paul City Council Member Mitra Jalali. Whether it is your first time knocking on doors or you’re a seasoned veteran\, we’ll buddy up and have a good time supporting streets for people together. \n\n\n\nSnacks and coffee provided! URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/volunteer-doorknocking-twin-cities-boulevard/ LOCATION:Spruce Tree Center\, 1600 University Ave\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, 55104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG_8367.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20241209T223243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T223327Z UID:10000041-1733938200-1733945400@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Brooklyn Center 252/94 Public Meeting DESCRIPTION:MnDOT is hosting a public meeting on the 252/94 project as part of the environmental review. Join and voice your opposition to expansion. \n\n\n\nTake Action\n\n\n\nIf MnDOT moves forward with highway expansion\, approximately 210 homes and businesses may be destroyed in Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center\, two of the Twin Cities’ most racially diverse suburban communities\, in the largest highway-driven land acquisition in a generation. \n\n\n\nThe proposed expansion threatens to displace adjacent residents\, seize property\, and disrupt community bonds. Those who remain will suffer increased traffic–expected to be double current levels–as well as tire pollution\, and vehicle tailpipe pollution. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/brooklyn-center-252-94-public-meeting/ LOCATION:Brooklyn Center Community Center\, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy\, Brooklyn Center\, Minnesota\, 55430\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/DSC04803-1-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250110T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250110T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250106T191022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T191129Z UID:10000045-1736528400-1736528400@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Community Workshop with RISE DESCRIPTION:Join Reviving Islamic Sisterhood for Empowerment (RISE) in collaboration with Our Streets\, Amanah Rec\, and Al Maa’uun to discuss the Highway Justice Act. \n\n\n\nMinnesota’s trunk highway system takes various forms\, from small-town main streets to large urban freeways\, and serves all transportation modes. These highways aren’t just for car—they’re vital corridors that connect our communities\, whether we’re driving\, walking\, biking\, or taking public transit. However\, the way we currently interpret state law means that highway funding can only be used for car-related infrastructure\, even though our Constitution never specifically required this limitation. \n\n\n\nThe proposed legislation would clarify that highway funds can be used for all types of transportation infrastructure along highway corridors. The policy also puts us on par with climate and transportation leaders like Colorado\, who passed a similar policy in 2013. \n\n\n\nLearn More URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/community-workshop-with-rise/ LOCATION:The Coven Minneapolis\, 2429 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55404\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/1800.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Reviving Islamic Sisterhood for Empowerment (RISE)":MAILTO:contact@revivingsisterhood.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20241220T191801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T212049Z UID:10000043-1736591400-1736600400@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Doorknocking: Twin Cities Boulevard DESCRIPTION:Join us and Twin Cities Democratic Socialists of America doorknocking in Saint Paul for Twin Cities Boulevard! \n\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\nIgnoring recommendations from elected officials and the desires of community\, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) intends to remove at-grade boulevard options from consideration for Rethinking I-94. Join us doorknocking to keep the Twin Cities Boulevard vision alive. \n\n\n\nSnacks and coffee provided! URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/volunteer-doorknocking-twin-cities-boulevard-2/ LOCATION:Anderson Center at Hamline University\, 774 Snelling Ave N\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, 55104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG_8367.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20241220T192120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T164034Z UID:10000044-1736681400-1736690400@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Doorknocking: Twin Cities Boulevard DESCRIPTION:Ignoring recommendations from elected officials and the desires of community\, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) intends to remove at-grade boulevard options from consideration for Rethinking I-94. Join us doorknocking in Seward to keep the Twin Cities Boulevard vision alive. \n\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\nSnacks provided! URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/volunteer-doorknocking-twin-cities-boulevard-3/ LOCATION:Community Room @ Seward Community Co-Op: Franklin Store\, 2823 E Franklin Ave\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55406\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG_8367.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T123000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20241218T213949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T193435Z UID:10000042-1737106200-1737117000@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Rethinking I-94 Policy Advisory Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is hosting a virtual Political Advisory Committee (PAC) meeting on Rethinking I-94. \n\n\n\nThe Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) intends to remove at-grade boulevard options from consideration for Rethinking I-94. Take action to keep the Twin Cities Boulevard vision alive. \n\n\n\nRegister for the Meeting\n\nTake Action\n\n\n\nShow up to hear project updates and support Twin Cities Boulevard. You can advocate for the “at-grade” A and B alternatives and ask that MnDOT fix their flawed project evaluation criteria. Communities that were divided by I-94 deserve the opportunity to create a new future for the corridor. This must include options that don’t rebuild the highway trench.  If MnDOT proceeds with this decision\, it will take that option away from Saint Paul and Minneapolis communities. \n\n\n\nLearn more about Twin Cities Boulevard. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/rethinking-i-94-policy-advisory-committee-meeting/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/1_CedarAve_Perspective_AFTER-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T123000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250107T204813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T204842Z UID:10000046-1737106200-1737117000@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Taking the Wheel: Rethinking I-94 Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:The future of I-94 is being decided behind closed doors. Join us to collectively and publicly raise our voices for environmental\, racial\, and climate justice! \n\n\n\n\n\nMnDOT is trying to shut out the public by holding a virtual-only meeting at an inaccessible time and limiting public comment about I-94\, an issue affecting everyone in the Twin Cities. But we know the people deserve a say\, and our voices are strongest together. Join us on January 17th at the Minneapolis Central Library to observe the meeting and support each other as we give public comment. We have this once-in-a-generation opportunity to repair the harms of urban highways and invest in infrastructure like the Twin Cities Boulevard that actually works for the people and the planet. That’s what we are fighting for\, no matter how hard MnDOT tries to limit our options and maintain the status quo. \n\n\n\nIf you haven’t already\, register for public comment. \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nThe meeting starts at 9:30am\, with public comment scheduled at the end of the meeting. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/taking-the-wheel-rethinking-i-94-community-meeting/ LOCATION:Minneapolis Central Library\, 300 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55401\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/1800-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250129T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250129T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250127T191627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T191721Z UID:10000049-1738171800-1738179000@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:252/94 MnDOT Community Table Talk DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is hosting a community table talk on the 252/94 project. \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the meeting to support Save the Brooklyns. The community asked for safety\, not a freeway that further pollutes and displaces people from their homes and businesses. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/252-94-mndot-community-table-talk/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/DSC04803-1-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250128T203911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T203912Z UID:10000050-1739010600-1739019600@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Doorknocking DESCRIPTION:Pollution reduction. Transit funding without tax increase. Community input on infrastructure.\n\n\n\nJoin us doorknocking! We’ll be letting residents know about the Highway Justice Act. \n\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\nMinnesota’s trunk highway system takes various forms\, from small-town main streets to large urban freeways\, and serves all transportation modes. These highways aren’t just for cars—they’re vital corridors that connect our communities\, whether we’re driving\, walking\, biking\, or taking public transit. How we currently interpret state law means that highway funding can only be used for car-related infrastructure\, even though our Constitution never specifically required this limitation. \n\n\n\nThe proposed legislation would clarify that highway funds can be used for all types of transportation infrastructure along highway corridors. The policy also puts us on par with climate and transportation leaders like Colorado\, who passed a similar policy in 2013. This change has strong public support—66% of Minnesotans favor using state and federal highway funding to improve various transportation options rather than just expanding highways. \n\n\n\nCan’t make it? Send an email to decision-makers. \n\n\n\nTake Action URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/volunteer-doorknocking/ LOCATION:Walker Library\, 2880 Hennepin Ave\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55408\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/highwayjusticeact_flyerv2-03.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250124T162104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T162105Z UID:10000048-1739385000-1739390400@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:When Driving is Not an Option - With Anna Zivarts DESCRIPTION:“We must shift from a worldview where the system is centered on people who drive to one that is centered on people who need to get somewhere and who deserve a variety of options.” \n\n\n\nIn her book When Driving Is Not An Option\, disability advocate Anna Letitia Zivarts shines a light on the number of people in the US who cannot drive and explains how improving our transportation system with non-drivers in mind will create a better quality of life for everyone.Refreshments: A selection of NA beverages and snacks will be available for registrantsAccessibility: We are committed to making this event as accessible as possible. Please let us know if you need assistance. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/when-driving-is-not-an-option-with-anna-zivarts/ LOCATION:Minneapolis Central Library – Doty Room\, 300 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55401\, United States CATEGORIES:Street Smarts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/wdinao_post_all_others.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250206T215728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T220231Z UID:10000051-1740160800-1740173400@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Cedar-Riverside Time Machine: Part 2 DESCRIPTION:We turn our projector and pull back the curtains for another installment of this special variety show on the history of the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. \n\n\n\n\n\nFeaturing more stories from the neighborhood and our many fascinating neighbors.WBBA Community Archive Project Presents in collaboration with Our Streets MN\, the University of Minnesota Public History program\, the Liberal Arts Engagement Hub\, Morgan Adamson\, and many neighbors. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/cedar-riverside-time-machine-part-2/ LOCATION:The Cedar Cultural Center\, 416 Cedar Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55454\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Cedar-Riverside-Time-Machine-panel-discussion-with-neighborhood-collage-03152024-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250214T195120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T195228Z UID:10000052-1740643200-1740675600@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:BikeMN Day on the Hill DESCRIPTION:We’re joining the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota and Sierra Club North Star Chapter for a day on the hill! Attendees will hear from state and local government leaders\, legislators\, lobbyists\, and other experts during the morning sessions. We will be advocating for the Highway Justice Act. \n\n\n\nBreakfast and lunch will be provided\, including vegetarian and vegan options. \n\n\n\n\n\nAfter lunch\, attendees will cross the street and meet directly with their legislators. We will advise lobbying legislators during the morning sessions of the day to ensure you’re comfortable\, whether this is your first Bike Walk Summit or your tenth! \n\n\n\n\n\nBikeMN will schedule appointments for you to meet with your legislators. Please plan to attend a meeting with your legislator even if you are not able to attend the full Summit. Can’t meet with them that day? We’ll show you how to schedule a Zoom call with them on a different date. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/bikemn-day-on-the-hill/ LOCATION:Christ Lutheran Church Saint Paul\, 105 University Ave W\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, 55103\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/DSCF0909-1-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota":MAILTO:info@bikemn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250214T200340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T200342Z UID:10000053-1741429800-1741438800@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Doorknocking DESCRIPTION:Pollution reduction. Transit funding without tax increase. Community input on infrastructure.\n\n\n\nJoin us doorknocking! We’ll be letting residents know about the Highway Justice Act. \n\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\nMinnesota’s trunk highway system takes various forms\, from small-town main streets to large urban freeways\, and serves all transportation modes. These highways aren’t just for cars—they’re vital corridors that connect our communities\, whether we’re driving\, walking\, biking\, or taking public transit. How we currently interpret state law means that highway funding can only be used for car-related infrastructure\, even though our Constitution never specifically required this limitation. \n\n\n\nThe proposed legislation would clarify that highway funds can be used for all types of transportation infrastructure along highway corridors. The policy also puts us on par with climate and transportation leaders like Colorado\, who passed a similar policy in 2013. This change has strong public support—66% of Minnesotans favor using state and federal highway funding to improve various transportation options rather than just expanding highways. \n\n\n\nCan’t make it? Send an email to decision-makers. \n\n\n\nTake Action URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/volunteer-doorknocking-2/ LOCATION:Walker Library\, 2880 Hennepin Ave\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55408\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/highwayjusticeact_flyerv2-03.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250305T224711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T173832Z UID:10000055-1741798800-1741806000@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Transportation Advocate Happy Hour DESCRIPTION:Feeling a bit defeated? Want to share a transportation success? Join fellow transportation advocates for an informal happy hour to learn from each other and connect. Attendees can purchase beer and N/A options from the brewery or dinner from the on-site food truck. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/transporation-advocate-happy-hour/ LOCATION:Arbeiter Brewing Company\, 3038 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55406\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Untitled-design-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250225T180936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T205423Z UID:10000054-1742468400-1742490000@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Highway Justice Day at the Capitol DESCRIPTION:Join Our Streets for a day at the Capitol as we advocate for transformative policies prioritizing people-first transportation in Minnesota. Our 2025 legislative priorities aim to address the inequities perpetuated by current transportation infrastructure and ensure communities are not further harmed by highways or neglected by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. \n\n\n\nEngage with your legislators and make your voice heard on the Highway Justice Act\, which would give impacted communities opportunities to meaningfully be a part of transportation decisions\, prevent pollution\, and increase funding for transit\, walking\, and biking infrastructure. \n\n\n\nJoin us when you’re available. We will rally and meet with bill authors 11am-1pm with a break for lunch. Then\, individuals may independently meet with representatives between1pm and 5pm.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Highway Justice Act would:\n\n\n\nGive you a meaningful voice over highway projects that impact your life. The Highway Justice Act would reform how major highways are approved to strengthen the power of impacted community members and their elected officials. This law will help ensure that transportation projects benefit\, not harm\, the communities they are routed through. \n\n\n\nPrevent MnDOT from further polluting our communities. The Highway Justice Act would add new community protections\, requiring MnDOT to conduct a comprehensive review of the total past\, present\, and future impacts on a community when planning a major highway project. \n\n\n\nIncrease available funding for transit\, walking and biking without raising taxes. The Highway Justice Act would also clarify Minnesota law to allow trunk highway dollars to be spent on transit\, walking and biking infrastructure. This change would help advance a transportation system that works for Minnesotans of every race\, age\, ability\, and income. The Highway Justice Act would reduce traffic congestion\, make it easier to get around without a car\, and help working people save money\, all while reducing harmful emissions. \n\n\n\nLearn More URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/highway-justice-lobby-day/ LOCATION:Capitol Administration Building\, Room 116C\, 50 Sherburne Ave\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, 55155\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/highwayjusticeact_flyerv2-03.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250331T165903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T194758Z UID:10000060-1744453800-1744462800@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Doorknocking DESCRIPTION:Pollution reduction. Transit funding without tax increase. Community input on infrastructure.\n\n\n\nJoin us doorknocking! We’ll be letting residents know about the Highway Justice Act. \n\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMinnesota’s trunk highway system takes various forms\, from small-town main streets to large urban freeways\, and serves all transportation modes. These highways aren’t just for cars—they’re vital corridors that connect our communities\, whether we’re driving\, walking\, biking\, or taking public transit. How we currently interpret state law means that highway funding can only be used for car-related infrastructure\, even though our Constitution never specifically required this limitation. \n\n\n\nThe proposed legislation would clarify that highway funds can be used for all types of transportation infrastructure along highway corridors. The policy also puts us on par with climate and transportation leaders like Colorado\, who passed a similar policy in 2013. This change has strong public support—66% of Minnesotans favor using state and federal highway funding to improve various transportation options rather than just expanding highways. \n\n\n\nCan’t make it? Send an email to decision-makers. \n\n\n\nTake Action URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/volunteer-doorknocking-3/ LOCATION:Bryant Square Park\, 3101 Bryant Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55408\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/highwayjusticeact_flyerv2-03.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250319T204245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T224339Z UID:10000056-1744738200-1744747200@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Home is Here: Harrison DESCRIPTION:A community conversation about displacement along Olson Memorial Highway.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Our Streets\, Harrison Neighborhood Association\, and New Urban Mobility Alliance for a dynamic community discussion about the future of Olson Memorial Highway. Community members are invited to share priorities for reimagining the highway\, identify concerns and existing strengths\, learn about options\, and contribute to a vision where any reinvestment made in a redesign of Olson Memorial directly benefits current residents and keeps current residents in place. \n\n\n\n5:30-6pm: Dinner6-8pm: Discussion\n\n\n\n\n\nDinner is provided; each participant will receive a $25 gift card.\n\n\n\nCan’t make it? Share your feedback and enter the raffle to win a $50 gift card. \n\n\n\nTake the Survey URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/home-is-here-2/ LOCATION:La Doña Cervecería Brewery\, 241 Fremont Ave N\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/WE-LIVE-HERE-Twitter-Post-2-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250319T204130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T185450Z UID:10000058-1744824600-1744833600@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Home is Here: Heritage Park DESCRIPTION:A community conversation about displacement along Olson Memorial Highway.\n\n\n\nJoin Our Streets\, Heritage Park Neighborhood Association\, Urban Strategies\, Inc. and New Urban Mobility Alliance for a dynamic community discussion about the future of Olson Memorial Highway. Community members are invited to share priorities for reimagining the highway\, identify concerns and existing strengths\, learn about options\, and contribute to a vision where any reinvestment made in a redesign of Olson Memorial directly benefits current residents and keeps current residents in place. \n\n\n\n5:30-6pm: Dinner6-8pm: Discussion\n\n\n\n\n\nDinner is provided; each participant will receive a $25 gift card.\n\n\n\nCan’t make it? Share your feedback and enter the raffle to win a $50 gift card. \n\n\n\nTake the Survey URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/home-is-here/ LOCATION:Heritage Park Apartments Community Room\, 1000 Olson Mem Hwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/WE-LIVE-HERE-Twitter-Post-2-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250319T194228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T152231Z UID:10000059-1744911000-1744916400@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Street Smarts Book Club: Emergent Strategy DESCRIPTION:Join Our Streets’ Street Smarts Book Club and friends from Neighbors for More Neighbors to discuss our latest book: Emergent Strategy by adrienne maree brown. Since its release in 2017\, the book has become a movement bestseller. It is a guidebook for getting into the right relationship with change\, using our own nature and that of creatures beyond humans as our teachers. \n\n\n\n\n\nPlease support your local bookstore or the library. If it is cost-prohibitive\, you can read the full text for free below. \n\n\n\nFull Text URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/street-smarts-book-club-emergent-strategy/ LOCATION:Urban Growler\, 2325 Endicott St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States CATEGORIES:Street Smarts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Emergent-Strategy-Web-Event.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250401T150423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T150713Z UID:10000061-1745481600-1745600400@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Communities Over Highways National Summit DESCRIPTION:The Freeway Fighters Network’s goal is simple: to stop the damage from new highway construction and reconnect communities already divided by highways. In 2023\, the inaugural Freeway Fighters Summit hosted 46 people from 25 groups from 17 states in Cincinnati\, Ohio. \n\n\n\nThis year’s renamed Communities Over Highways Summit will welcome transportation advocates from across the United States to connect\, learn\, and strategize together to build an equitable\, people-centric\, and climate-conscious future. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is by invitation only. If you want to learn more or want to join us at the Summit\, please contact Ember Rasmussen at ember@ourstreetsmn.org. \n\n\n\nLearn More URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/communities-over-highways-national-summit/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/20231020165413_IMG_1397.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T183000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250410T194949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T210501Z UID:10000064-1745514000-1745519400@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:DJ Group Ride to The War on Cars DESCRIPTION:Join the hosts of The War on Cars for a DJ ride to the Live show at The Cedar Cultural Center! \n\n\n\nThe DJ dance ride is co-hosted by Joyful Riders Club and Bone Saw Cycling Collective\, and made possible by Cyclehoop\, U of M Transportation Services\, Perennial Cycle\, and Venture Bikes. \n\n\n\n\nThanks to Cyclehoop\, secure bike parking and a bike valet will be at the event!\n\n\n\nExpect an upbeat soundtrack from DJ Dev (Eric Moran) spinning live along the ride.\n\n\n\nWe’ll roll out 30 minutes after we meet up\, ending at Cedar Cultural Center.\n\n\n\nYou are welcome (and encouraged!) to come to the ride even if you’re not attending the show. \n\n\n\nAll bikes\, bodies\, and experience levels are celebrated—and no one gets left behind. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis 5ish-mile relaxed\, no-drop social ride will move at a comfortable pace of ~7–10 mph. Whether you’re new to biking\, getting back in the saddle\, or ride every day\, you are welcome here. Expect smiles\, high-fives\, and lots of joy along the way! \n\n\n\nPlease remember to bring your bike lights to stay visible and your bike lock to keep your bike safe. We also recommend wearing a helmet to protect that amazing brain of yours. \n\n\n\nThis is a marshaled\, no-drop group ride for all abilities. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/group-ride-with-joyful-riders/ LOCATION:North Loop Playground\, 402 W River Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55415\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Y6A2572-Enhanced-NR.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250114T165217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T211016Z UID:10000047-1745521200-1745528400@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:The War on Cars LIVE DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT\n\n\n\nOur Streets presents a special live show of The War on Cars podcast with hosts Doug Gordon and Sarah Goodyear. The War on Cars discusses the latest developments in the worldwide fight against car culture. This live episode recording will focus on issues specific to the Twin Cities\, with special guests involved in the work. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear the local angle on reducing car dependency and transforming our streets. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe War On Cars Live event is made possible with sponsorships from Cyclehoop and Oonee. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/the-war-on-cars-live/ LOCATION:The Cedar Cultural Center\, 416 Cedar Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55454\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_925526163_2106608582803_1_original-1-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250410T184827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T172552Z UID:10000062-1746034200-1746041400@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Phone Banking DESCRIPTION:Design week is fast approaching\, help us spread the word. \n\n\n\nPhone bank with us! We’ll be calling residents who live near Olson Memorial Highway about Design Week. \n\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\nResidents who live near Olson Memorial Highway are invited to a multi-day design workshop to refine a community vision for the future of the Olson Memorial Highway corridor. Residents will have the chance to attend various activities during Design Week including community presentations\, open design studios with technical experts\, and stakeholder interview sessions. \n\n\n\nPhone banking experience is not required\, training and script will be provided. \n\n\n\nThis is a virtual volunteer opportunity. \n\n\n\nLive by Olson Memorial Highway? Join us for Design Week. \n\n\n\nMore About Design Week URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/volunteer-phone-banking/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Design-Week-Image-Idea-Ember-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T075853 CREATED:20250414T172437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T152907Z UID:10000066-1746466200-1746732600@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Design Week DESCRIPTION:Neighbors near Olson Memorial Highway are invited to help shape a collective vision for the future of the corridor—one rooted in repair\, reconnection\, and community ownership. \n\n\n\nThe Bring Back 6th Chapter of the Minnesota Communities Over Highways Coalition and Toole Design invite residents who live near Olson Memorial Highway to a multi-day design workshop to refine a community vision for the future of the Olson Memorial Highway corridor. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDesign Week activities include community presentations\, open design studios with technical experts\, and stakeholder interview sessions. Food and childcare will be provided during public presentations and open design studio sessions. \n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, May 5: Opening Presentation\nOpening Presentation\n\n\n\n5:30 pm: Dinner \n\n\n\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Opening Presentation and Workshop \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFree dinner and childcare will be provided for participants. \n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 6: Open Design Studio\nOpen Design Studio \n\n\n\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 7: Open Design Studio & Workshop\nOpen Design Studio \n\n\n\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\n1:00 pm – 4:00 pm \n\n\n\nOpen Design Workshop\n\n\n\n4:00 pm – 6:30 pm: Open Design Workshop \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFree snacks and childcare for participants from 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm. \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, May 8: Closing Presentation\nClosing Presentation\n\n\n\n5:30 pm: Dinner \n\n\n\n6:00 pm – 7:30 pm: Closing Presentation and Workshop \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFree dinner and childcare will be provided for participants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStay Updated\n\n\n\nSign up for reminders and updates on Design Week. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First NameLast NameEmail Address*\n \n CAPTCHA URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/design-week/ LOCATION:Glass House\, 145 Holden St N\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Design-Week-Image-Idea-Ember-1.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR