🌟 Join the South Uptown Board of Directors! 🌟

South Uptown Neighborhood Association is now seeking passionate and community-minded candidates for our Board of Directors! If you’re a renter, homeowner, business owner, or property owner (18+) in South Uptown, you’re automatically a member—and eligible to run!

We’re especially looking to amplify the voices of people of color and renters to better reflect our vibrant neighborhood. 🙌

Do you have skills in fundraising, social media, urban planning, event organizing, or nonprofit work? We’d love to have your expertise at the table!

Serving on the Board is a fun and rewarding way to get involved, build connections, and work together to make South Uptown even better. 💚

📅 The Board election will take place as part of our South Uptown Annual Celebration on September 16—mark your calendar!

👉 Check out the Board application for more info and to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeF-Qyr2mXbEMWOcAnomrbdUcChUiFdDLp09kJyJShCkCZM5Q/viewform?usp=header

📚✨ Our Little Free Libraries Have New Homes ✨📚

South Uptown’s two Little Free Libraries have been on the move! 🚚 You can now find them at:
📍 3208 Colfax Ave S
📍 3333 Colfax Ave S

They’ll be in these spots through the end of October before heading to new winter homes. Stop by, 📖 leave a book and 📚 take a book — it’s a fun way to share the love of reading with your neighbors! ❤️

💡 We’re looking for winter hosts! Starting in early November, you could be the proud caretaker of one of our libraries. It’s easy, fun, and a great way to connect with your community. Interested? Get in touch at info@southuptown.org! 📨 

🌳 Fall City Tree Sale – Happening Now! 🍁

Low-cost trees are available through September 10 (or while supplies last)! Each property can purchase up to 3 trees from more than 20 beautiful evergreen and shade varieties. 🌲🌳 Planting a tree will beautify your yard, save energy, and boost your property value.

🌱 Tree Pickup Dates: September 26 & 27
📍 More details: Visit the Fall City Tree Sale website: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/programs-initiatives/environmental-programs/city-trees/sale-process/?utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_name=&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term=#d.en.191349

Don’t miss your chance to green up your space this fall! 🌿

🎉 Your Voice, Your Neighborhood! 🏡💬

Help shape the future of South Uptown by taking a few minutes to fill out our neighborhood survey! 🌿✨ Your feedback will help us set community priorities and focus the work of the South Uptown Neighborhood Association.

And — you could win a $50 gift card! 🎁🎉
Neighbors who fill out the survey will be entered into a random drawing for one of these awesome prizes:
🍕 Pizza Lucé
🎳 Bryant Lake Bowl
🍕 Wrecktangle Pizza

It only takes a few minutes, and your voice matters. 🙌

📝 Take the survey here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9dUt0jTb3xa2DQr6KXpHGcyWyOa8Rz9OOOgd8LUZZ_lHv2A/viewform?usp=header

Thank you for helping make South Uptown a great place to live, work, and visit! 💛

Seven Points Redevelopment: Revised Plans Submitted

Doran Companies has submitted revised plans for the redevelopment of a portion of the Seven Points shopping center. The proposal calls for replacing the former CB2, Kitchen Window, and part of the existing structure with a new 5-story, 228-unit apartment building.

Unlike earlier concepts, the Hennepin Avenue frontage will now feature the building’s lobby, mail room, and exercise facility, rather than commercial retail. This change follows a recent adjustment to the City’s zoning code, which reduced the required amount of ground-level retail in new developments. The retail space within the remaining Seven Points structure will fulfill the project’s commercial space requirement.

The proposed apartment building is a c-shaped structure surrounding an interior courtyard and will front Hennepin Avenue, W. 31st Street, and Girard Avenue. Plans also call for upgrades to Girard Avenue, making it a more pedestrian-friendly street with limited vehicle access for loading.

The South Uptown Land Use & Transportation Committee just received these revised plans and will discuss them at their next meeting on Wednesday, July 2 at 7:00 PM at 3501 Aldrich Avenue S. The project is scheduled to go before the City Planning Commission on Monday, July 21 for review and approval.

Three related documents are posted to the South Uptown website for public review:

Project Narrative

Supplemental Narrative

Architectural Renderings

We encourage neighbors to review the materials and share feedback.

🌸 Garden Tour Route Announced! 🌿

We’re excited to share the route for this year’s South Uptown Garden Tour — and you’re invited to join us!

📅 Saturday, June 21 at 10:00 AM
Meet at: Gigi’s Café (824 W. 36th St.)

📅 Monday, June 23 at 6:30 PM
Meet at: 5 Watt Coffee (3350 Lyndale Ave S.)

This free walking tour is a wonderful way to explore beautiful neighborhood gardens, gather fresh ideas, trade gardening tips, and connect with neighbors.

Bonus: Join us for an afterparty on Monday night at the Hummingbird Building (3453 Hennepin Ave S.) with snacks and beverages.

🌦️ Visit the South Uptown website for any weather-related updates. Hope to see you there!

🌸 Join Us for the 28th Annual South Uptown Garden Tour! 🌸

Explore the hidden gems and lush landscapes of South Uptown on this beloved neighborhood tradition! The South Uptown Garden Tour is a free walking tour of beautiful local gardens — a perfect chance to gather inspiration, swap gardening tips, and meet fellow neighbors along the way.

Participants meet at a starting location and stroll together along a pre-planned route (which will be announced a few days in advance). Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just love a good garden stroll, all are welcome!

Tour Dates:
🌿 Saturday, June 21 | 10:00AM–Noon | Meet at Gigi’s Café (824 W. 36th St.)
🌿 Monday, June 23 | 6:30–8:30PM | Meet at 5 Watt Coffee (3350 Lyndale Ave. S.)

Come for the flowers, stay for the company — we’d love to see you there!

🌽🥕 Help Make the Uptown Farmer’s Market a Reality! 🥒🍅

We’re gearing up for the launch of the Uptown Farmer’s Market on Thursday, June 12 from 4:00–8:00PM — and we need your help to make it shine! ✨ There are still plenty of volunteer shifts available, and it’s a great way to meet neighbors, support local growers, and be part of something fresh and fun. 🌻

Sign up today and let’s grow this together! :  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054EA4AF2CA7F5C34-57124602-uptown#/

🎶 Join us for the Kick-Off Concert at Bryant Square Park! 🎶

We're kicking off the Bryant Square Park Summer Concert Series on Thursday, June 12, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM with the smooth sounds of the Brilliant Colors Jazz Trio!

Come enjoy great live music in the park, connect with neighbors, and grab a free sloppy joe while supplies last!

Concerts continue most Tuesday and Thursday evenings through August 7, so mark your calendars for a summer of music and community fun. See you there!

Click here to view the Event page and listen to a sample of the music. Click here to view the entire Concert Series.

Help Shape the Future of South Uptown- Complete Our Survey!

We want to hear from you! Take a few minutes to fill out the South Uptown Neighborhood Engagement Survey and share your thoughts about what matters most in our community. Your input will help the South Uptown Neighborhood Association better understand the priorities and concerns of those who live, work, and visit the neighborhood — guiding future programs, projects, and events.

Plus — you could win! Everyone who completes the survey by Friday, July 18 will be entered into a drawing to win one of three $50 gift cards to local businesses.

It only takes a few minutes, but your voice makes a big difference. Take the survey today! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9dUt0jTb3xa2DQr6KXpHGcyWyOa8Rz9OOOgd8LUZZ_lHv2A/viewform

Major Metro Transit Bus Service Changes Coming to South Uptown June 14

Big changes are on the way for bus service in the South Uptown neighborhood, with Metro Transit rolling out new routes and upgraded service beginning Saturday, June 14. Here’s a look at what’s coming:

🚍 The New B-Line Rapid Bus Launches
The long-awaited B-Line Rapid Bus service begins operation along the Lake Street corridor, connecting the future Green Line Light Rail Extension at West Lake Station through Uptown, South Minneapolis, and on to downtown St. Paul.
This faster, more reliable service will feature:

  • Frequent, all day 10 minute service

    Fewer stops

  • Real-time digital signs

  • Heated stations

  • Off-board fare payment

Two new B-Line stations will serve South Uptown at Hennepin Avenue and Lyndale Avenue.

🚍 Route #38 Replaces Route #23/612 with a New Path
The current Route #23/612 combination will be replaced by a new Route #38, offering a one-seat ride from Hopkins and St. Louis Park along Excelsior Boulevard through Uptown, South Minneapolis, and into Highland Park in St. Paul.

Important for South Uptown riders:
The #38 will now travel via Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue S., no longer using Hennepin Avenue, W. 36th Street, or Bryant Avenue S. in the neighborhood.

🚍 New Route #27 to Supplement B-Line
A new Route #27 will replace the current #21 bus along the Lake Street corridor between the Uptown Transit Stationand 27th Avenue at Minnehaha Avenue.
While it won’t be as frequent as the B-Line, it will continue to serve more local stops along Lake Street.

For full details and maps of these changes, visit Metro Transit’s service updates page:
metrotransit.org/quarterly-service-changes-begin-saturday-june-14

🎶 2025 Bryant Square Park Concert Schedule Released!

The 2025 Bryant Square Park Concert Series schedule is here! 🎉 Join us for 13 free concerts on most Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7PM, running from June 12 – August 7. Expect an awesome mix of pop, rock, jazz, hip-hop, ska and more! 🎷🎸 This beloved summer series is brought to you by the South Uptown Neighborhood Association, in partnership with Minneapolis Parks and our amazing local business sponsors — check out the full schedule and hear samples of each performer via the Calendar view at southuptown.org/events! Scroll to the month you want to view, then click on the date of a performance.🌳☀️

Check Out Proposed Plans for Seven Points Redevelopment

At last week’s South Uptown neighborhood meeting, Doram Co. shared an early look at their proposed plans for the southern half of the Seven Points block. While a technical issue prevented them from displaying their project graphics during the meeting, Doram has since provided those materials, which you can now view here. 

The current concept calls for a five-story, mixed-use building featuring approximately 225 apartments and 7,000 square feet of street-level retail space along Hennepin Avenue. The “U”-shaped structure would front Hennepin Avenue, West 31st Street, and Girard Avenue, surrounding a central open-air courtyard. Residential parking for the project would be accommodated within the existing Seven Points parking garage, which currently includes more than 700 stalls and is largely underutilized.

As a reminder, these plans are still in the preliminary stages and may evolve before a formal Land Use Application is submitted to the City of Minneapolis. We’ll continue to share updates as this proposal moves forward.

MN Twins Glove Giveaway is May 8! ⚾️🧤 

Heads up about a fun event coming up this week — the Minnesota Twins Glove Giveaway is happening on Thursday, May 8 from 4:00 to 6:30 PM at Bryant Square Park (3101 Bryant Avenue S.)! Twins players Royce Lewis and Simeon Woods Richardson will be there in person handing out free gloves, along with everyone's favorite mascot, TC Bear! There’ll also be Twins face painting, hotdogs, and plenty of fun for the whole family.

Come by, grab a glove, meet the players, and enjoy a great spring afternoon at the park! ⚾️🌭🐻 Spread the word — hope to see you there! #MNTwins, #MinnesotaTwins, #MPRB, #MinneapolisParks, #SouthUptown

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Tuesday, May 20, 2025

7:00- 8:30PM

3501 Aldrich Ave S., 1st Floor Conference Room

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♻️✨ South Uptown Stop & Swap ✨♻️

In the spirit of #BuyNothing, we're thrilled to host the South Uptown Stop & Swap on Wednesday, May 28, from 6:30–8:00 PM at Bryant Square Park Recreation Center (📍3101 Bryant Avenue S.)! This FREE community event is your chance to declutter, give, and take 🎁. Bring clean, reusable, and portable items you no longer need — and find a few treasures for yourself! It’s a fun, sustainable way to share, reuse, and connect with your neighbors 🌎.

Swapable Items:
👕 Clothes | 🍽️ Housewares | 📱 Electronics | 📚 Books | 🧸 Toys

🚫 Not Accepted:
❌ Furniture | ❌ Large items | ❌ Food (expired/opened)
❌ Dirty/damaged clothes | ❌ Unsealed personal care items
❌ Medicine | ❌ Car seats | ❌ Strollers
❌ Broken electronics | ❌ Sharp objects

📋 Reserve Your Table: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeF-wbkYjS-Z7_V5CvSRdJvPXHHscOs0y83N5tvishslkeupQ/viewform

Want a spot to display your goods? Register by Monday, May 25 to claim either a half (4') or full (8') table. Tables are first come, first served — so don't wait!

⏰ Setup starts at 6:00 PM. Event begins at 6:30 PM.

Let’s swap, save, and make our community shine! ✨♻️👥

Join Us for a Community Food & Supply Drive!

The South Uptown Neighborhood Association is teaming up with Tangletown, East Harriet, Fulton, and Lynhurst to support the Joyce Uptown Food Shelf—and we need your help!  

📅 Sunday, April 27  
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM  

How to Participate:  
Simply place your donations on your porch or front steps before 10:00 AM, and our team of volunteer drivers will pick them up and deliver them to the food shelf.  

👉 Register for Pickup: [Sign up here](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzIkD-px6WEM1_nmMnG7VeoWXWURkGdaT7bn-TVUPvd9GaJg/viewform)  
⏳ Deadline: Wednesday, April 24 at 10:00 PM  

Most-Needed Items:  
✔ Peanut butter  
✔ Canned fruit  
✔ Whole grain cereal & oatmeal  
✔ Cooking oil  
✔ Toothbrushes & toothpaste  
✔ Sturdy paper grocery bags with handles & empty egg cartons  

🚫 Please, no expired or open items.  

Your generosity helps keep our neighbors fed and supported—thank you for making a difference! ❤️

📢 Join the South Uptown Neighborhood Association Board! 🏡

A seat has opened on the South Uptown Neighborhood Association Board of Directors, and we’re looking for engaged neighbors to step up! 🏙️ Whether you’re a renter, homeowner, business owner, or property owner (18+), this is your chance to help shape our community.  

📅 Deadline: The Board will fill the vacancy at our next meeting on April 15  
📆 Term: Now through September 2026  

We’re especially seeking people of color, renters, and women to better reflect South Uptown’s diversity. 🌍🏠👩‍💼 If you have experience in nonprofits, finance, fundraising, urban planning, or social media, even better! 📈📢

💡 Interested? Nominate yourself or encourage a neighbor! Let’s work together to keep South Uptown thriving. 🌟  

📩 Learn more & apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScdO3E51RUGNvVfk-PkKhYLXh_GoJ5ys8I4WeF9BjEFICPEVw/viewform?usp=header

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