East Isles Residents Association (EIRA) is a neighborhood-based organization whose primary goal is to improve neighborhood livability, develop a greater sense of community, and promote the well-being of all of its residents. EIRA encourages resident involvement in order to understand and take action on issues that impact the neighborhood. EIRA develops initiatives that address a wide range of topics that residents believe to be important. Our focus is on increasing neighborhood involvement, preserving the vitality of the neighborhood, and making improvements that make East Isles one of the City of Minneapolis’s most vibrant communities.
The East Isles Residents Association Board of Directors would like to acknowledge the generations of Black, Indigenous, People of Color, queer people, and women whose struggle has led us to this moment. We stand in solidarity with organizing groups such as Reclaim the Block and Black Visions Collective, whose leadership… Read More
East Isles Residents’ Association and Lowry Hill Neighborhood Association are once again hosting the Neighborhood Super Sale on Saturday, September 12th from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Residents from these neighborhoods are invited to register their yard sale to be part of our Neighborhood Super Sale. The registration fee… Read More
You’re invited to join us for EIRA’s Board Meeting on Tuesday, July 14th starting at 7:00p.m. via Zoom. Please contact Jenna Egan at info@eastisles.org for the Zoom link. Here’s some of the topics we’ll be discussing: Officer Elections Serving our Homeless Residents: Emily Krause, East Isles Resident“Let’s… Read More
On Tuesday, June 16th from 7:00- 9:00 p.m. EIRA hosted it’s 2020 Annual Meeting. Attendees heard from our elected officials: Lisa Goodman, Ward 7 City CouncilmemberFrank Hornstein, Minnesota House of Representatives District 61AMarion Greene, Hennepin County Board Chair and District 3 CommissionerJono Cowgill, Park Board President and District 4 CommissionerMeg… Read More
We look forward to ‘seeing’ you on Tuesday, June 16th at 7:00 p.m. for EIRA’s Annual Meeting! Register here. Annual Meeting Agenda: 1. Welcome by Ellen van Iwaarden, President2. Remarks from Elected Officials3. President’s Annual Report, Ellen van Iwaarden4. Treasurer’s Report, Andrew Degerstrom5. Read More
You’re invited to attend EIRA’s 2020 Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 16th from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Invite your neighbors and register here! You’ll automatically be entered to win an Isles Bun & Coffee gift card. Once you register, you’ll receive a confirmation with the Zoom… Read More
Join us for the following: Updates regarding the Hennepin Avenue Reconstruction Project (Douglas to Lake). Presenter: Becca Hughes, AICP, Senior Transportation Planner, City of Minneapolis – Public Works. Revised proposal for a duplex project at 2208 Irving Avenue S. Presenter: Bob Le Moine, AIA, Peterssen/Keller Architecture. Please… Read More
At its March and April meetings, the EIRA Board voted to recommend changes to the EIRA Bylaws. At its April meeting, the board voted to hire a nonprofit attorney to amend and restate its Articles of Incorporation in order to apply for 501(c)(3) status. The proposed changes to these governing documents will be voted on by the neighborhood at the Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 18. Read More
See if you're eligible for up to $250 in home security upgrades. Read More
East Isles is a vibrant urban, historic neighborhood that enjoys the best of the commercial city, and the peaceful escape of tree-lined streets and parks. Over 50 shops and restaurants line the southern and eastern borders in the Uptown area, while the serene Lake of the Isles is the border to the west.
The neighborhood’s name reflects the small islands in the lake and it is one of the most popular recreational destinations in the Twin Cities.
The East Isles Residents Association Board of Directors would like to acknowledge the generations of Black, Indigenous, People of Color, queer people, and women whose struggle has led us to… Read More
East Isles Residents’ Association and Lowry Hill Neighborhood Association are once again hosting the Neighborhood Super Sale on Saturday, September 12th from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Residents from… Read More
You’re invited to join us for EIRA’s Board Meeting on Tuesday, July 14th starting at 7:00p.m. via Zoom. Please contact Jenna Egan at info@eastisles.org for the Zoom link. Read More
On Tuesday, June 16th from 7:00- 9:00 p.m. EIRA hosted it’s 2020 Annual Meeting. Attendees heard from our elected officials: Lisa Goodman, Ward 7 City CouncilmemberFrank Hornstein, Minnesota House of… Read More
We look forward to ‘seeing’ you on Tuesday, June 16th at 7:00 p.m. for EIRA’s Annual Meeting! Register here. Annual Meeting Agenda: 1. Welcome by Ellen van… Read More
You’re invited to attend EIRA’s 2020 Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 16th from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Invite your neighbors and register here! You’ll automatically be… Read More
Join us for the following: Updates regarding the Hennepin Avenue Reconstruction Project (Douglas to Lake). Presenter: Becca Hughes, AICP, Senior Transportation Planner, City of Minneapolis – Public Works. … Read More
At its March and April meetings, the EIRA Board voted to recommend changes to the EIRA Bylaws. At its April meeting, the board voted to hire a nonprofit attorney to amend and restate its Articles of Incorporation in order to apply for 501(c)(3) status. The proposed changes to these governing documents will be voted on by the neighborhood at the Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 18. Read More
See if you're eligible for up to $250 in home security upgrades. Read More
Becky has been an East Isles resident since June of 2018. She has a B.A. in Sociology/Anthropology and Religion from St. Olaf College. You can find her eating snacks and drinking tea while walking around the neighborhood looking for cats and/or frogs.
Andrew loves East Isles for its many amenities, its compactness and walkability, and its easy transit access. He can usually be seen walking around the neighborhood or around Lake of the Isles, so stop and say hi if you see him! Andrew has a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Studies and a Master’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, both from the University of Minnesota. He is also Chair of the Built Environment & Transportation Committee.
Emma is excited to get involved in the East Isles community after moving to the neighborhood with her partner in May 2018. When she's not working at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota she can often be found at local coffee shops.
East Isles Residents Association exists to communicate with, advocate for and bring neighbors together. We are members of this community and volunteer our time to make it the best it can be. If you enjoy:
Come join us an see how you can get involved! We have jobs for all interests and levels of committment.
See you around the lakes!
2nd Tuesday of every month
Grace Trinity Church
1430 W 28th St
Minneapolis, MN 55408
East Isles Residents Association
2751 Hennepin Ave S, #294
Minneapolis, MN 55408