🎉 South Uptown Annual Celebration & Elections

📅 Tuesday, September 16, 2025
🕡 6:30 PM
📍 Bryant Square Park Rec Center, 3101 Bryant Ave S
💻 Join the Celebration on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83114877320?pwd=WQpkZohnnYyjuoQhltk2lgSPXmyywC.1

Get ready for an evening of food, fun, and community spirit! 🌟 All South Uptown neighbors are invited to join us for our Annual Celebration & Elections.

Here’s what you can look forward to:
🍴 Free Dinner from Caffrey’s Deli & Subs
🗳️ Meet Board Candidates & Vote in the Board of Directors election
📊 Neighborhood Survey Results – see what your neighbors had to say!
✨ 2025 Highlights – a look back at what we’ve accomplished together

This is the perfect chance to:
🤝 Meet your neighbors
🏘️ Learn about the work of the South Uptown Neighborhood Association
🌱 Discover ways to get involved in shaping our neighborhood’s futureWhether you’ve lived here for years or just moved in, you’re part of what makes South Uptown great — and we’d love to see you there! 💙

🗳️ Voting Details

All South Uptown renters, homeowners, business owners, and property owners (18+) are eligible to vote for the Board of Directors.

🕖 Online voting opens at 7PM on September 16 and closes at 7PM on September 17.

👉 Vote here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDKOIqIxvjWQS211EqDVnPCXEBXahuypezc4f1COys8Bpgmw/closedform

🗳️ South Uptown Board of Directors Election

We’re excited to announce that seven neighbors have stepped forward as candidates for the South Uptown Board of Directors! 🎉 Elections will take place in coordination with the South Uptown Annual Celebration & Elections on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at Bryant Square Park.

🌟 The event kicks off at 6:30PM with food, community, and a few quick housekeeping items. Around 7:00PM, we’ll open the floor for in-person nominations before making the online ballot live.

🗳️ Candidates for the 2025–2027 term:

Aaron Downing

Brian Dvorak

Julia Goodhart

Greta Kurtz

Lauren McCarley

Katrina Michaels

Alec Shannon

Once the ballot is live, neighbors will have until 7:00PM on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 to cast their votes online. Those elected will serve a 2-year term from October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2027.

🙏 Thank you to all of our candidates for stepping forward to serve South Uptown with their time, skills, and energy!

👉 Check out the Candidate Profile document here.
👉 Cast your vote online here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDKOIqIxvjWQS211EqDVnPCXEBXahuypezc4f1COys8Bpgmw/closedform

Aaron Downing

Brian Dvorak

Julia Goodhart

Greta Kurtz

Lauren McCarly

Katrina Michaels

Alec Shannon

✨🚧 Have your voice heard on the future of Lyndale! 🚧

Lyndale Avenue Reconstruction Project Open House

Wed, September 10, 2025, 4-6PM

Spring House Ministries- 610 W. 28th St.

Hennepin County Public Works has released plans for the reconstruction of Lyndale Avenue S. (between Franklin Ave. and W. 31st St.), set to begin in 2027. The roadway, utilities, signals, lights and sidewalks will be reconstructed during this multi-year project. They’ll present the proposed designs and answer questions at the upcoming Open House. Come share your thoughts and hear from your neighbors about this major project.

Check out the project website here: https://beheardhennepin.org/lyndale-avenue

🌆🍷 South Uptown Happy Hour is back! 🎉

South Uptown Happy Hour

Thursday, September 4, 2025

5:30- 7:00PM

Gigi’s Cafe- 824 W. 36th Street

Join us at 5:30PM at Gigi’s Café for our First Thursday tradition. We took a little summer break ☀️ but we’re kicking things off again at a new spot!

It’s a fun, low-key way to meet neighbors, make new friends, and learn what’s happening in South Uptown. 💬👋

Bring your good vibes (and maybe a friend!)—we’d love to see you there. 💛

🌟 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.

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