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On Saturday, Sept. 27, NENA teamed up with Bossen Apartments to host an end of the summer bash. In the spirit of celebrating community, about 100 residents, adults and kids alike, came out to eat …
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By Megan Stone, communciations, megan.stone@nokomiseast.org
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10/31/25
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On Sept.15, 2025, Nokomis East Neighborhood Association was thrilled to welcome new staff member, Megan Stone. Megan will work as the organization’s Communication and Community Engagement …
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By Sarah Friedman, executive director, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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10/3/25
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Nokomis East Neighborhood Association is proud to announce that we will give out three matching rebate grants for the year! Our first program will start in September, the second in the winter of …
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By Sarah Friedman, executive director, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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8/30/25
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Cities across the world and right here in Minneapolis face a growing problem. As we head into another hot summer, the issue of urban heat in Minneapolis has become more pressing than ever. One of the …
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By Chris Opp, board member
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7/25/25
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In cities and towns across America, stormwater drains play an essential role in keeping our streets and neighborhoods safe and clean. But like many necessary systems, they require regular attention …
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By Chris Opp, board member
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6/28/25
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Sarah Friedman has been promoted from communications manager to executive director at the Nokomis East Neighborhood Association. She will step into the new role on May 1. “I’m truly …
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By Tesha M. Christensen
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4/25/25
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Nokomis East Neighborhood Association (NENA) is proud to announce that we received the Business Façade Improvement Grant from Greater Streets Minneapolis! We have $17,000 that we can give to …
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By Sarah Friedman, executive director, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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4/25/25
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Seventeen years ago, Solveig Corbin opened Nokomis Yoga (2722 E. 50th St.), a sanctuary dedicated to bringing the transformative power of yoga to people of all ages and backgrounds. Her journey to …
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By Sarah Friedman, communications manager, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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3/28/25
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As Minnesota marks the 44th Annual Food Shelf Month this March, Minnehaha Food Shelf is calling on the community to step up and help address food insecurity. Designated by the Minnesota Council of …
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By Sarah Friedman, communications manager, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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2/27/25
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When I arrived at Grande Sunrise, I found Roberto Grande-Perez in the parking lot, fixing his car with a confident, self-taught ease. Within minutes of meeting him, his hard-working spirit and …
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By Sarah Friedman, communications manager, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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1/31/25
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Following the termination of Brandon Long, the Nokomis East Neighborhood Association (NENA) has appointed Amy Arcand as interim executive director. Upon being told of his termination on Monday, Jan. …
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By TESHA M. CHRISTENSEN
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1/27/25
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Nokomis East Neighborhood Association (NENA) is proud to represent four neighborhoods: Keewaydin, Minnehaha, Morris Park, and Wenonah. In the past year, we worked with nonprofits, churches, local …
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By Sarah Friedman, communications manager, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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1/2/25
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We are so lucky to have a place that combines America’s three favorite past times in our own neighborhood: great beer, delicious food, and fun-filled bowling. Town Hall Lanes (5019 S 34th Ave.) …
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By Sarah Friedman, Communications manager, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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11/29/24
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“When it’s dark, that’s when we shine. It’s like a little beacon,” said Fred DuBose, who opened SunBean coffee shop with his wife, Annie, eight months ago at 4553 S 34th …
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By Sarah Friedman, communications manager, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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10/30/24
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“[Libraries are] one of the public places where you can hang out [without being expected to spend money] and you can have air conditioning or heat," said Nokomis Head Librarian Jane Boss. With …
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By Sarah Friedman, Communications Manager, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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8/28/24
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Nestled at 50th Street and Hiawatha lives a 15-year-old garden in the shape of a monarch butterfly’s wing. As an initiative of the Monarch Mile, it was created as a corridor to meet the needs …
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By Sarah Friedman, communications manager, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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7/24/24
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Eight years ago, Nokomis East Neighborhood Association worked with the community to create the Giving Garden. The Nokomis East Neighborhood Association’s Gateway Garden and Nokomis Naturescape …
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By Sarah Friedman, Communications Manager, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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6/26/24
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Nokomis Library is more than just a place to borrow books; it's a vibrant community hub where children’s imaginations come to life, especially during the summer. This year, the library’s …
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By Sarah Friedman, Communications Manager, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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5/30/24
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When was the last time you’ve visited your local farmers market? I found myself in Bachman’s just last month. My two-year-old was attempting to dance by bouncing his little knees off-beat …
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By Sarah Friedman, communications manager, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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4/25/24
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When people talk about bikes, I used to think of fun commutes or quick after work rides that provide short bursts of freedom on an otherwise humdrum day. I never thought about big adventures or using …
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By Sarah Friedman, communications manager, sarah.friedman@nokomiseast.org
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2/21/24
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