2020 Civic Engagement Calendar

We need YOU to exercise your POWER this year. A better Minnesota depends on it.

2020 Census Day

Wednesday, April 1

Make sure you’re counted in the decennial census. Why? Your response matters. It helps determine how $1.5 trillion federal dollars are spent in your community—on roads, healthcare, schools, social services, and more. It also affects political representation. Undercounted=underfunded & underrepresented.  

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  • Brian Coyle
  • Community Health
  • Food Access
  • Immigrant Womens Advocacy Project (IWAP)
  • LEAD Minneapolis
  • Legal Aid Services
  • Pillsbury House + Theatre
  • Waite House

LEAD Minneapolis to Host Resource Fair On East Lake Street

Connect with community resources at the upcoming Resource Fair, hosted by LEAD Minneapolis! This event is designed to bring together housing support, health services, and other valuable community resources into one welcoming space. It is open to all, and we

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2026 Women’s Night Out, Hosted by the Immigrant Women’s Advocacy Project

Mark your Calendars for the 2026 Immigrant Women’s Advocacy Project Women’s Night Out! Join us for an evening of good food, traditional dancing, and more as we celebrate women’s health & wellness! Massages Awards Ceremony for the Sewing Class Activities

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Waite House Now Offers Legal Aid Services Over the Phone

Provided by Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid at Waite House, appointments are available in person and over the phone. Who can get Legal Aid? Low income people who live in Central Minnesota Anyone aged 60+ Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid’s services are completely confidential.

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News & Updates from Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid’s Community Clinics: March 2026

This is the first monthly letter coming out of the Pillsbury United Communities (PUC) supported legal clinics! Mid Minnesota Legal Aid (MMLA) partners with the Brian Coyle Center and Waite House to provide a host of free legal services to

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Park Avenue United Methodist Church to Host Food Giveaway

Another fantastic opportunity to help bring some relief to our struggling neighbors! Thank you so much to Park Avenue United Methodist Church for arranging this food giveaway! 🗓️ Friday, March 20 🕐 2:30 – 4:00 PM 📍 Park Ave Church

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Join WorkWell MN Day at the Capitol on Feb.12

All workforce development organization staff and stakeholders are invited to participate in advocating for employment programs and resources in person at the capitol at WorkWell MN Day at the Capitol on Feb.12. 2025 legislative priorities include 1) workforce program continuity,

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Severe cold warming spaces in the Twin Cities

As Minnesota continues to experience fluctuating winter temperatures from mild to frigid, Hennepin County is encouraging those in need to utilize warming spaces during the bitter cold snaps. When temperatures or wind chills reach dangerously low levels, the warming centers

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Free flu & COVID-19 vaccine clinic 1-17-25

Community members are encouraged to strengthen their defenses against illnesses this winter at this free flu & COVID-19 vaccine clinic, which is made possible through a partnership with PUC and M Health Fairview! The clinic occurs on Friday, January 17,

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Make your voice heard at Pizza & Parks

Mississippi Park Connection (MPC) is hosting Pizza & Parks, a community gathering aimed at helping inform Devin Brown, community programs director, and proud Northsider, about the types of adult and family-centered activities community members would like to see and participate

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Minnesota Primary Election

Tuesday, August 11

Take part in another primary election by selecting the local candidates you believe should be on the ballot in the November general election. 

General Election

Tuesday, November 3

Your vote=your voice. Use it! Choose the candidate(s) you want to represent you for the following offices: President of the United States, U.S. Senate, U.S. House, State Senate, State House, State Supreme Court, and the Intermediate Appellate Court. 

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