Audubon Neighborhood Association

Program registration is now open for winter programs at all Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Centers with the majority of them beginning in January.

Audubon Park is once again offering Tumbling, Gymnastics and Belly Dancing. New programs include Homework Help, Teen Night and Movie Night for teens with their new Outreach Worker Newmann Thomas.

Get into the mood for the holidays and shop local first this year by visiting your local merchants.

Thursday, Dec. 2nd the Johnson Street merchants are once again having their Johnson Street Shopping night. From 6 - 9pm, visit all your favorite shops on Johnson Street from dabble down to Foiled Again for Specials, Treats, and a fun night of shopping.

An interview with Johnson Street’s Santa Claus: Troy Rognrud

How long have you played Santa Claus for the Audubon Neighborhood?

The City of Minneapolis has launched a Web page devoted to information on the Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Center facility proposed for 340 27th Ave. NE in the Holland neighborhood. Go to: http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/solid-waste/city-county.asp

Northeast Middle School will hold its first public music concert of the year Monday, November 15th at 6 PM. The event is free and open to the public.

Rain gardens are beautiful – and environmentally significant – landscaping features that are gaining popularity. ANA is partnering with Metro Blooms to educate Audubon homeowners about the benefits and beauty of rain gardens. Audubon homeowners and property owners are now eligible to participate in a neighborhood rain garden program to manage stormwater runoff in the Mississippi River watershed.

The 2011 Minneapolis & Saint Paul Home Tour is already looking for homeowners and home improvement professionals who would like to be featured on the late-April tour. Nominations/applications are due Saturday, January 15 and early submissions are encouraged. The tour, in its 24th year, will be held Saturday and Sunday, April 30 and May 1.