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:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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/ LOCATION:Minnesota 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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/ LOCATION:Minnesota 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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:20260430T120617 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/ LOCATION:Minnesota 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:20260430T120617 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 NameThis 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T120617 CREATED:20250506T195611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T200818Z UID:10000068-1746873000-1746882000@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Doorknocking DESCRIPTION:Join us in advocating for highway land reclamation and the reconstruction of 6th Avenue North. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\nWe’re letting Near North Minneapolis residents know about the latest Bring Back 6th campaign updates. We need your help asking neighbors to fill out a quick survey! 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\nTake Action URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/volunteer-doorknocking-4/ LOCATION:North Commons Park\, 1801 James Avenue N\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_2847-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T103000 DTSTAMP:20260430T120617 CREATED:20250410T203034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T203035Z UID:10000065-1747729800-1747737000@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:252/94 PAC Meeting (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is meeting with the Policy Advisory Committee (PAC) for the 252/94 project. The PAC is made up of elected officials representing the impacted communities neighboring the transportation project and other decision-makers. \n\n\n\nDuring the meeting\, MnDOT shares the latest project updates. There may be time for the public to ask questions or make comments at the end of the meeting. \n\n\n\nWhen meeting registration is made available\, register 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 URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/252-94-pac-meeting-virtual-2/ LOCATION:Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Untitled-design-7.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250605T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250605T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T120617 CREATED:20250530T193933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T194043Z UID:10000073-1749144600-1749151800@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Phone Banking DESCRIPTION:Help us save Twin Cities Boulevard.\n\n\n\nPhone bank with us! We’ll be calling supporters and asking them to join our June 14th door knock for Twin Cities Boulevard. \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\nSign Up\n\n\n\nCan’t join the phone bank but want to door knock? Join us on Saturday\, June 14th! \n\n\n\nDoor Knock for Twin Cities Boulevard URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/tcb-volunteer-phone-banking/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1_CedarRiverside2_Above_After_FINAL-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T120617 CREATED:20250602T173909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T203946Z UID:10000076-1749834000-1749841200@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/transportation-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/2025/06/Transportation-Advocacy-Happy-Hour-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T120617 CREATED:20250530T193803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T193908Z UID:10000075-1749897000-1749906000@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Doorknocking DESCRIPTION:Join us\, Twin Cities DSA\, and elected officials in gathering signatures to save Twin Cities Boulevard! \n\n\n\nContinued community pushback is the only path forward to restore the boulevard options for the next phase of the Rethinking I-94 project. The community letter outlines opposition to MnDOT’s recommendation and asks for the boulevard options to be rightfully restored. It may not seem like much\, but every signature represents someone who believes a better future is possible. Let’s get those signatures! \n\n\n\nHomemade vegan baked goods provided! No doorknocking experience required. \n\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe Twin Cities Boulevard is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to repair the harms of the construction of I-94. The most responsible option for the future of the Rethinking I-94 project is a multi-modal boulevard that returns the surrounding land to neighborhoods and fulfills calls for reparative justice along the corridor. But MnDOT is deliberately ignoring community support for a boulevard conversion and leaving severe flaws in evaluation criteria unaddressed. MnDOT is recommending eliminating the boulevard-compatible options from consideration\, despite immense support in their own community survey and from elected officials advising on the project. MnDOT will finalize its recommendations\, which currently exclude the boulevard options\, sometime in the fall. We have until then to save ourselves from 60 more years of a highway that cuts through the Twin Cities and harms the health and livelihood of everyone who neighbors it. \n\n\n\nTake Action URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/volunteer-doorknocking-5/ LOCATION:Matthews Recreation Center\, 2318 29th Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, 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:20250627T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T120617 CREATED:20250530T184653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T194326Z UID:10000074-1751047200-1751058000@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:North Minneapolis Time Machine DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Capri Theater for a neighborhood history variety show! The Time Machine is modeled after similar community history events in Cedar Riverside and Dinkytown. \n\n\n\nThis Time Machine hopes to add to the years of campaigning for community-led development in the neighborhood\, especially the Bring Back 6th campaign\, by sharing and celebrating the rich history of the Olson Memorial corridor\, from recent memory to archival and oral history records and images. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/north-minneapolis-time-machine/ LOCATION:Capri Theater\, 2027 W Broadway\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Emergent-Strategy-Web-Event-1-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T120617 CREATED:20250710T220220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T220244Z UID:10000078-1752600600-1752607800@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Phone Banking DESCRIPTION:Help us save Twin Cities Boulevard.\n\n\n\nPhone bank with us! We’ll be calling supporters and asking them to join us doorknocking for Twin Cities Boulevard. \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\nSign Up\n\n\n\nCan’t join the phone bank but want to doorknock? Join us on Saturday\, June 14th! \n\n\n\nDoor Knock for Twin Cities Boulevard URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/volunteer-phone-banking-2/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1_CedarRiverside2_Above_After_FINAL-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T120617 CREATED:20250710T215952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T193648Z UID:10000077-1752921000-1752930000@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Doorknocking DESCRIPTION:Join us in gathering signatures to save Twin Cities Boulevard! \n\n\n\nContinued community pushback is the only path forward to restore the boulevard options for the next phase of the Rethinking I-94 project. The community letter outlines opposition to MnDOT’s recommendation and asks for the boulevard options to be rightfully restored. It may not seem like much\, but every signature represents someone who believes a better future is possible. Let’s get those signatures! \n\n\n\nNo doorknocking experience required. \n\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe Twin Cities Boulevard is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to repair the harms of the construction of I-94. The most responsible option for the future of the Rethinking I-94 project is a multi-modal boulevard that returns the surrounding land to neighborhoods and fulfills calls for reparative justice along the corridor. But MnDOT is deliberately ignoring community support for a boulevard conversion and leaving severe flaws in evaluation criteria unaddressed. MnDOT is recommending eliminating the boulevard-compatible options from consideration\, despite immense support in their own community survey and from elected officials advising on the project. MnDOT will finalize its recommendations\, which currently exclude the boulevard options\, sometime in the fall. We have until then to save ourselves from 60 more years of a highway that cuts through the Twin Cities and harms the health and livelihood of everyone who neighbors it. \n\n\n\nTake Action URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/volunteer-doorknocking-6/ LOCATION:Dunning Park\, 1221 Marshall Avenue\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, 55105\, 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:20250805T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T120617 CREATED:20250520T222816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T154002Z UID:10000070-1754413200-1754427600@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Heritage Park National Night Out DESCRIPTION:Note: This event was previously part of the Imagine Series and scheduled for July 12\, but was rescheduled to be a part of National Night Out due to poor air quality. \n\n\n\nJoin us at National Night Out and share feedback on the future of the Olson Memorial Highway. There will be free food truck meals\, music\, and your neighbors! \n\n\n\n\n\nWhen the Minnesota Highway Commission (now the Minnesota Department of Transportation or MnDOT) routed and constructed Olson Memorial Highway over historic 6th Avenue North in the late 1930s and 1940s\, it destroyed a vibrant Black and Jewish community corridor\, often called the “Beale Street of Minneapolis.” Homes\, businesses\, jazz clubs\, synagogues\, churches\, and community centers were demolished to make way for the highway. \n\n\n\nAbout the Imagine Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/imagine-6th-ave-heritage-park/ LOCATION:Sumner Field Park\, 901 N Aldrich Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States CATEGORIES:Imagine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Our_Streets_N_Mpls_BUMP_OPERA_2024-07980.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T120618 CREATED:20250520T224518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T173955Z UID:10000072-1754737200-1754758800@www.ourstreetsmn.org SUMMARY:Imagine 6th Ave: Harrison DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER\n\n\n\nImagine 6th Avenue North is a big\, family-friendly block party for neighborhood connection and community organization. This free event is a fantastic way to experience artists\, musicians\, and local businesses from the neighborhood and imagine a better future together. In addition to the fun\, you can share feedback on the future of the Olson Memorial Highway. \n\n\n\n\n\nFood\, Live Music\, Art\, & More\n\n\n\nWhen the Minnesota Highway Commission (now the Minnesota Department of Transportation or MnDOT) routed and constructed Olson Memorial Highway over historic 6th Avenue North in the late 1930s and 1940s\, it destroyed a vibrant Black and Jewish community corridor\, often called the “Beale Street of Minneapolis.” Homes\, businesses\, jazz clubs\, synagogues\, churches\, and community centers were demolished to make way for the highway. \n\n\n\nJoin us as we joyfully organize around the future of 6th Avenue North. Check out the collective vision for street design alternatives rooted in repair\, reconnection\, and community ownership\, and shape the future of your neighborhood. \n\n\n\nApply to be a Vendor\n\nVolunteer\n\nAbout the Imagine Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/imagine-6th-ave-harrison/ LOCATION:Harrison Park\, 503 N Irving Ave\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55405\, United States CATEGORIES:Imagine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Our_Streets_N_Mpls_BUMP_OPERA_2024-08035-1.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR