Meet New Friends at 10/3 Neighborhood Happy Hour

South Uptown Happy Hour

Thursday, October 3, 5:30- 7:00PM

Roat Osha- 3001 Hennepin Avenue

Join us for an evening of camaraderie, community-spirit and connection at Roat Osha, sponsored by the South Uptown Neighborhood Association. This first- Thursday gathering promises an informal yet engaging setting for South Uptown residents to come together, unwind and learn more about the vital work of the neighborhood association. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a newcomer to South Uptown, this happy hour is a great opportunity to forge new friendships while getting to know more about the community. South Uptown will provide light appetizers while attendees pick up their own drinks. Please bring your friends, family and neighbors! The more, the merrier…

Help Out During 10/12 Neighborhood Clean Up!

South Uptown Fall Neighborhood Clean Up

Saturday, October 12, 2024

10:00AM- 12:00PM

Bryant Square Park Recreation Center

(3101 Bryant Avenue S.)

We need your help to pick up litter around the neighborhood and keep it out of our lakes and rivers! Join your neighbors for the Fall Clean Up to spruce up the community before winter. Simply show up to Bryant Square Park anytime that morning to pick up trash bags, gloves and guidance about where to focus your efforts. We’ll send you out with a snack to concentrate on litter on a block or two.  

This is a fun and easy way to make a difference for volunteers of all ages. Bring your friends, family and co-workers to pitch in! Let’s make South Uptown clean and beautiful!

South Uptown Board Election Results

Congratulations to the five people who were elected by their neighbors to serve on the South Uptown Board of Directors! Jenna Egan, Claudia Madrigal, Phil Qualy, Gretchen Sieger and Brooks Wilson will serve a two-year term through September 2026. They will join fellow Board Members Alex Bissen, Joel Chechik, Brian Dvorak and Alec Shannon who are in the midst of their Board terms. The group will get together soon to select Board Officers and committee assignments. Please attend the next South Uptown Neighborhood Meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 7PM at 3501 Aldrich Avenue S. To meet the new Board.

Vote for the South Uptown Board!

The online Board of Directors election will begin during the South Uptown Annual Meeting on Tuesday, September 17, 6:30 - 8:00PM at the Bryant Square Park Recreation Center (3101 Bryant Avenue S.). Additional Board nominations will be accepted during the Annual Meeting before the election ballot goes live for voting. The election will start around 7:00PM on September 17 and run until September 18 at 12:00PM. Election results will be posted soon thereafter on southuptown.org Go here for the online ballot: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1YOBCh7wJUiZGpbeS_iYV_SgHZEEdy_qlhIva2y5s0ww/edit#responses 

Meet the South Uptown Board Candidates!

Seven neighbors have stepped up already to run for a seat on the South Uptown Board of Directors. These folks are willing to bring their talents and time to support the organization’s mission of fostering a safe, equitable and connected community. Check out the 2024 Candidate Profile document to learn more about the neighbors who want to represent the community on the Board.

List of Candidates

• Jenna Egan

• Claudia Madrigal

• Phil Qualy

• Gretchen Sieger

• Nicholas Weir

• Brooks Wilson

• Ben Zass

The online Board of Directors election will begin during the South Uptown Annual Meeting on Tuesday, September 17, 6:30- 8:00PM at the Bryant Square Park Recreation Center (3101 Bryant Avenue S.). Additional Board nominations will be accepted during the Annual Meeting before the election ballot goes live for voting. The election will start around 7:00 PM on September 17 and run until September 18 at 12:00 PM. Election results will be posted soon thereafter on southuptown.org. Go here for the online ballot: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1YOBCh7wJUiZGpbeS_iYV_SgHZEEdy_qlhIva2y5s0ww/edit#responses 

Jenna Egan

Claudia Madrigal

Phil Qualy

Gretchen Sieger

Nicholas Weir

Brooks Wilson

Ben Zass

Get a City Tree for Just $30

The City of Minneapolis is making available more than 2,000 trees for a very low price of just $30 per tree! They are available for sale from now through September 30. Minneapolis residents and property owners can get up to three trees each. Go here for more info and to purchase trees: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/programs-initiatives/environmental-programs/city-trees/#d.en.163946

Stop by Our Little Free Libraries!

South Uptown owns two little libraries and they move to new homes every few months. A few weeks ago, one library moved to 3349 Bryant Avenue S. And the other is now at 3322 Colfax Avenue S. Stop by to leave a book and then take a book.

We are still seeking neighbors to host one of the libraries starting in November over the winter. Library hosts simply monitor it to ensure it stays in good condition and full of books. Get in touch if interested at info@southuptown.org. 

Q & A with Lakeshore Care about Proposed 918 W. Lake St. Emergency Shelter

On September 3 the Lowry Hill East and South Uptown Neighborhood Associations hosted an online Question and Answer session with the owners of the proposed Recuperative Care Facility at 918 W. Lake St., and it is available to view here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IYqKqJ_hddDL7xYWv-7ssGWXQfiyXHRm 

The session was scheduled to provide more information prior to the Public Hearing during the City Council’s Business Housing and Zoning (BHZ) Committee meeting on September 10, 1:30PM at 250 4th St. S., Room #350. Lakeshore Care is applying for an Interim Use Permit (IUP) to operate the proposed Emergency Shelter. The Q & A provides more detail about the facility being proposed and addresses some of the concerns expressed by neighbors.

Meet New Neighbors at 9/5 Happy Hour!

South Uptown Happy Hour

Thursday, September 5, 5:30- 7:00PM

Morrissey’s Irish Pub

913 W. Lake Street

Join us for an evening of camaraderie, community-spirit and connection at Morrissey’s Irish Pub, sponsored by the South Uptown Neighborhood Association. This first- Thursday gathering promises an informal yet engaging setting for South Uptown residents to come together, unwind and learn more about the vital work of the neighborhood association. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a newcomer to South Uptown, this happy hour is a great opportunity to forge new friendships while getting to know more about the community. South Uptown will provide light appetizers while attendees pick up their own drinks. Please bring your friends, family and neighbors! The more, the merrier…

Lyndale Open Streets is Back on August 24!

Lyndale Open Streets

Saturday, August 24, 11AM- 5PM

Lyndale Ave S. Between W. 22nd and 36th Streets

Led by the Uptown Association, the free Open Streets event features more than 200 vendors and participants. It’s a fun way to experience Minneapolis outside of a car. This free street festival features music, food and community activities.

Volunteers are still needed, and you can help here: http://www.uptownminneapolis.com/events/openstreets/

Consider Running for a Board Seat!

The South Uptown Neighborhood Association is seeking candidates to join the 9-Member Board of Directors by participating in the Board Election on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. Those elected will serve two-year terms running between October 1, 2024- September 30, 2026. It's fun and a great way to serve your community. Click here for more information and to apply. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1O3SP0z7RRZ1IfXRThUDQju713L9LUT0AEdo26iu0wR4/edit#responses

The organization is especially interested in recruiting people of color, renters and women to join the Board to better reflect the neighborhood population. Candidates with experience in fundraising, events organizing, social media and urban planning are also highly desired.

South Uptown Board Qualifications & Duties
All South Uptown residents (including renters), business owners, and property owners 18+ are eligible to run for a seat on the South Uptown Board of Directors. Responsibilities include:
• Fulfill oversight and fiduciary duties of the nonprofit South Uptown Neighborhood Association
• Attend monthly SU Neighborhood Meetings on the third Tuesday of most months, 7 pm online or at the South Uptown office.  
• Participate on at least one of the active SU committees
• Act as an ambassador for the organization

Bryant Square Park Ice Cream Social Rescheduled to Aug. 28

Emergency Shelter Proposed at 916 W. Lake St.

Lakeshore Care is seeking a recuperative care facility license for the property at 918 W. Lake Street. The 20-bed facility will serve unhoused individuals recovering from medical procedures referred from area clinics, hospitals and social service agencies. Under the City’s zoning code, the project is considered an “Emergency Shelter" because it provides sleeping and restroom facilities for unhoused individuals for greater than 24 hours and less than 6 months. 

A Public Hearing is scheduled during the City Planning Commission (CPC) meeting on August 12, 4:30PM in Room #350 at the Public Service Center at 250 4th St. S. The CPC will consider the application for a Conditional Use Permit to operate an Emergency Shelter. Public testimony is welcome. 

Staff Report: https://lims.minneapolismn.gov/download/Agenda/6233/4711/8StaffReport918WLakeSt.pdf

Additional Details from Lakeshore Care: https://mcusercontent.com/92d470b82c97dd45657a0bf76/files/7a549d34-fce5-d786-f396-ff4996564753/Lakeshore_Care_Response.pdf

Bryant Square Ice Cream Social is August 14

South Uptown Happy Hour is Thu., August 8 at Morrissey’s

South Uptown Happy Hour

Thursday, August 8, 5:30- 7:00PM

Morrissey’s Irish Pub- 913 W. Lake St.

Join us for an evening of camaraderie, community-spirit and connection at Morrissey’s Irish Pub, sponsored by the South Uptown Neighborhood Association. This first- Thursday gathering promises an informal yet engaging setting for South Uptown residents to come together, unwind and learn more about the vital work of the neighborhood association. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a newcomer to South Uptown, this happy hour is a great opportunity to forge new friendships while getting to know more about the community. South Uptown will provide light appetizers while attendees pick up their own drinks. Please bring your friends, family and neighbors! The more, the merrier…

Host a Little Library this Summer or Winter!

South Uptown has two “Little Free Libraries” that we move around the neighborhood a few times a year. Currently, the libraries are located at 3208 Colfax and 3400 Emerson Avenue S. Are you interested in hosting a a library in your yard this fall or winter? Hosts simply monitor the library to make sure it stays in good condition and full of books. It’s easy and a fun way to connect with neighbors. If interested contact info@southuptown.org for more details. #southuptown, #littlefreelibraries

27th Annual South Uptown Garden Tour

South Uptown Garden Tour

Saturday, June 22, 10:00AM- 12:00PM

Meet at 5 Watt Coffee- 3350 Lyndale Avenue S.

Monday, June 24, 6:30- 8:30PM

Meet at Gigi’s Cafe- 824 W. 36th St.

View the Garden Tour route here.

Join us for a delightful stroll through the landscapes of South Uptown. You're cordially invited to immerse yourself in a haven of colors, scents, and creativity at our free walking tour of the neighborhood's most enchanting yards! Discover the magic of gardening as we explore a variety of meticulously curated gardens showcasing vibrant flowers, native plants, and captivating landscaping features. Whether you're an avid gardener or simply appreciate the beauty of nature, this tour promises something special for everyone.

Meet fellow plant enthusiasts and make new connections as we embark on a leisurely journey through our verdant community. Share tips, stories, and inspiration with fellow green thumbs, and perhaps even unearth some hidden gardening gems along the way.

Tour participants will meet at the start of the tour and then walk together as a group to gardens along the route.

2024 Bryant Square Park Concert Series Schedule Announced

In less than a month, live music will return to the amphitheater at Bryant Square Park! The first of 13 concerts will take place on Tuesday, June 11 featuring Zachary Scott Johnson, a talented, local singer/ songwriter who is known for playing multiple instruments. Other musical genres featured during the summer concert series include pop, rock, R&B, Irish, Jazz and more.

Performances will take place most Tuesday and Thursdays from 6:30- 8:00 PM through August 1. The series is brought to you through a collaboration of Bryant Square Park, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board (MPRB) and the South Uptown Neighborhood Association.

Download the Calendar here.

South Uptown Stop & Swap is May 16

South Uptown Stop & Swap
Thursday, May 16, 6-8PM
Bryant Square Park Recreation Center
3101 Bryant Avenue S.

Drop by the park to participate in the first ever South Uptown Stop & Swap on Thursday evening! Your neighbors will be offering up their quality stuff for free in the spirit of “buy nothing”. This includes clean and reusable items like clothing, housewares, appliances, electronics, books and toys. It will be a fun and sustainable way to get something new and connect with neighbors.

MN Twins Glove Give Away is May 5

The Minnesota Twins are coming to Bryant Square Park for a glove giveaway on May 5! The event features yet to be announced Twins players and representatives offering up free gloves and autographs to kids ages 6-8 years old.