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National Night Out
Aug
4

National Night Out

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. To host an event in your Minneapolis neighborhood, register with the City of Minneapolis at the link below.

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Your Voice, Our Next Steps: Partnering for Progress
Jul
22

Your Voice, Our Next Steps: Partnering for Progress

From Minneapolis Police Department:

The Minneapolis Police Department Implementation Unit invites you to join us for an upcoming community engagement event, Your Voice, Our Next Steps: Partnering for Progress. This interactive session is an opportunity to learn about ongoing police reform efforts, hear updates on the implementation of the Settlement Agreement, and share your thoughts, questions, and feedback directly with MPD staff.

Throughout the evening, attendees will have the opportunity to:

  • Learn about key reform initiatives and implementation progress

  • Explore informational displays and resources

  • Engage in meaningful conversations with MPD staff

  • Share ideas and feedback that can help shape future work

Your voice matters, and community input continues to play an important role in building a safer, more transparent, and accountable Minneapolis Police Department. We hope you will join us and be part of the conversation. Feel free to share this invitation with neighbors, community organizations, and anyone interested in learning more about MPD's reform and improvement efforts.

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Your Voice, Our Next Steps: Partnering for Progress
Wed. July 22 • 5:30 refreshments, 6 – 7:30 PM meeting
Public Service Building, Rms 100ABC (505 4th Ave S)

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Hennepin Co. Commissioner D-3 Candidate Forum
Jul
13

Hennepin Co. Commissioner D-3 Candidate Forum

From the League of Women Voters Minneapolis:

Candidate Forum Season is here, and you won't want to miss the the Hennepin Co. Commissioner Candidate Forum! As always, this forum is free & open to the public. If you wish to submit a question in advance for the candidates, please email: vote@lwvmpls.org

Hennepin Co. Commissioner District 3 Candidate Forum
Monday, July 13 • 6–7:30 PM forum, 7:30–8:00 PM meet + greet
Minneapolis Central Library, Pohlad Hall (300 Nicollet Mall)

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The Future of Minneapolis
Jun
30

The Future of Minneapolis

From the Theater of Public Policy:

Less than halfway through 2026, Minneapolis has already had a whirlwind year — and the struggles seem far from over.

We’re bringing two city leaders onstage for a very special edition of The Theater of Public Policy to talk about how they keep things running during a federal occupation, where the City Council and the Mayor’s Office intersect on the issues, and what the future holds for Minneapolis. Plus, we’ll finally answer the question on everyone’s minds: Why does it take so long to get from Uptown to Northeast?

This live show will feature a dynamic onstage conversation with Mayor Jacob Frey and City Council President Elliott Payne, moderated by Danger Boat’s own Tane Danger. Afterwards, we’ll bring up some of the funniest folks in the Twin Cities to shine a new light on the conversation through the art of improvised comedy.

Civic engagement has never been so fun!

The Future of Minneapolis
Tues. June 30 • 7–8:30 PM
Granada Theater (3022 Hennepin Ave)

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Hennepin Co. Attorney Candidate Forum
Jun
25

Hennepin Co. Attorney Candidate Forum

From the League of Women Voters Minneapolis:

Candidate Forum Season is here, and you won't want to miss the the Hennepin Co. Attorney Candidate Forum! As always, this forum is free & open to the public. If you wish to submit a question in advance for the candidates, please email: lwvgv@lwvmn.org.

  • Our nonpartisan forums give Hennepin County voters an educational opportunity to hear candidates discuss the issues that are most important to our community members.  

  • All candidates who are on the ballot have been invited to participate. 

  • This forum will be live streamed via this link.

Hennepin Co. Attorney Candidate Forum
Thursday, June 25 • 7 – 8:30 PM
Golden Valley City Hall (7800 Golden Valley Rd in Golden Valley)

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Coffee with Katie
Jun
18

Coffee with Katie

From the Office of Rep. Katie Jones:

I’ll be posting up across the district to talk with neighbors about the state solutions we want to see for our city’s toughest challenges. Join me for Coffee with Katie, and let’s build a more just, resilient, and thriving Minnesota together.

Coffee with Katie
Thursday, June 18 • 4:30 – 6 PM
Spyhouse Coffee Uptown (2404 Hennepin Ave)

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May
13

5th Precinct MPD Open House

From Ward 7 City Council Office:

For National Police Week, MPD marks the occasion by holding open houses at many of the police precinct headquarters . These family-friendly events include drone demonstrations, K-9 officers, mounted police, and partnership with the Minneapolis Fire Department and other local law enforcement agencies. Got a kid who likes emergency vehicles? These should be good events, with light food and snacks as well.

5th Precinct MPD Open House
Wednesday, May 13 • 1–4 PM

5th Precinct (3101 Nicollet Ave S)

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