A brief introduction to the Hawthorne Area and the Hawthorne Area Community Council.
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Wednesday, November 29, 2006
An Introduction To The Hawthorne Area Neighborhood
Tuesday, November 28, 2006
Gary Wilson Gym Dedication Sat. 12/ 2
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) will honor longtime North Minneapolis coach, Gary Wilson, by dedicating the recently rehabilitated gymnasium at Farview Park in his honor.
Gary has worked tirelessly for the past 30 years to secure improvements at Farview. He was a vocal and active member of two community advisory committees the Park Board convened.
Gary Wilson is a very special “humble hero” and a fierce champion for positive athletic programs for Minneapolis youth. Conservative estimates are that he has touched the lives of at least 3,000 children through his coaching.
Gary comes from a family of eight children and grew up in NE Minneapolis. He graduated from Edison High School, where he excelled in sports and is a member of the Edison Hall of Fame.
Gary began his long association with the MPRB as a youth sports participant at various Eastside parks starting at age 10. As an adult, he has coached virtually every sport and every season at Farview and Jordan Parks for over 30 years.
In fact, Gary is still coaching at Farview Park and now is beginning to coach the grandchildren of his former players.
Over the years, Gary has been honored many times by various organizations, including the Annual MN Umpires Clinic, City of Minneapolis, City of Minneapolis Distinguished Nominee - Minneapolis Award, Kare 11 TV Eleven Who Care* , Northside Athletic Club, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board, University of Minnesota Cal Stoll Award,
* Eleven Who Care recognizes the contributions of grassroots volunteers and promoting the spirit of volunteerism in our communities. As only Gary would do, he requested that his Eleven Who Care monetary award of $1,000 be directed to the Jordan Park Athletic Program.
Gary and his wife Janet, who live in the McKinley Neighborhood in North Minneapolis, have been married over 50 years and are parents to three adult children and have eight grandchildren.
Join us as we honor this “humble hero” from North and Northeast Minneapolis who always puts others first. The dedication ceremony is scheduled for:
Gary Wilson Gym Dedication
Saturday – December 2, 2006
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Dedication Ceremony @ 11:15 am
Farview Park – 29th & Lyndale Avenue North
Gary has worked tirelessly for the past 30 years to secure improvements at Farview. He was a vocal and active member of two community advisory committees the Park Board convened.
Gary Wilson is a very special “humble hero” and a fierce champion for positive athletic programs for Minneapolis youth. Conservative estimates are that he has touched the lives of at least 3,000 children through his coaching.
Gary comes from a family of eight children and grew up in NE Minneapolis. He graduated from Edison High School, where he excelled in sports and is a member of the Edison Hall of Fame.
Gary began his long association with the MPRB as a youth sports participant at various Eastside parks starting at age 10. As an adult, he has coached virtually every sport and every season at Farview and Jordan Parks for over 30 years.
In fact, Gary is still coaching at Farview Park and now is beginning to coach the grandchildren of his former players.
Over the years, Gary has been honored many times by various organizations, including the Annual MN Umpires Clinic, City of Minneapolis, City of Minneapolis Distinguished Nominee - Minneapolis Award, Kare 11 TV Eleven Who Care* , Northside Athletic Club, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board, University of Minnesota Cal Stoll Award,
* Eleven Who Care recognizes the contributions of grassroots volunteers and promoting the spirit of volunteerism in our communities. As only Gary would do, he requested that his Eleven Who Care monetary award of $1,000 be directed to the Jordan Park Athletic Program.
Gary and his wife Janet, who live in the McKinley Neighborhood in North Minneapolis, have been married over 50 years and are parents to three adult children and have eight grandchildren.
Join us as we honor this “humble hero” from North and Northeast Minneapolis who always puts others first. The dedication ceremony is scheduled for:
Gary Wilson Gym Dedication
Saturday – December 2, 2006
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Dedication Ceremony @ 11:15 am
Farview Park – 29th & Lyndale Avenue North
Wednesday, November 01, 2006
Hawthorne Web Designer Needed
The Hawthorne Area Community Council is looking for a contractor to design the Hawthorne Website at http://www.hawthornecommunity.org
If you have good work skills, and understand issues in grassroots non-profit website design, we'd like to talk with you. We'd like to get the new website up by January, 2007. Designers will be paid upon completion of the project.
If you're interested in the opportunity, e-mail bworra@hawthornecommunity.org with your rates and a basic proposal of how you would approach the project and your projected timeline.
We would like to get a contractor finalized by November 15th.
If you have good work skills, and understand issues in grassroots non-profit website design, we'd like to talk with you. We'd like to get the new website up by January, 2007. Designers will be paid upon completion of the project.
If you're interested in the opportunity, e-mail bworra@hawthornecommunity.org with your rates and a basic proposal of how you would approach the project and your projected timeline.
We would like to get a contractor finalized by November 15th.
Post-Halloween Report
Hmong youth gathered and met at the Hawthorne Area Community Council building around 5:00 PM where they soon put on face-paint and costumes. Then until about 7:45 PM, Jay Clark of the University of Minnesota and other volunteers took the children trick or treating in Robbinsdale.
The event was quite popular with the children who were very excited and enjoyed it. In the meantime, Hawthorne also received other trick or treaters on our doorstep, where we provided small candybars and treats for our tiny visitors.
Thanks to everyone who helped make this evening a success!
Monday, October 09, 2006
Hawthorne Annual Meeting Results
On Septemebr 28th, the Hawthorne Area Community Council met at Farview Park to elect new board members and to review the previous year's accomplishments.
A free and delicious dinner was served to community members, including an excellent lasagna, pulled pork sandwiches, fresh salad and rolls, fried rice and spring rolls, while entertainment was provided by the Aztec Dancers, UNL and the Hmong Princess Dancers.
Minneapolis Artist-in-Residence Seitu Jones gave a moving speech about the power and impact of art in people's lives and explained how art helps to transform communities.
Hawthorne area community residents then gathered together to vote on who would represent their quadrant, and who would be the at large representatives. Additional voting was held to determine representatives from the business community, the non-profits and youth.
Over 100 people showed up, making it one of the most well-attended annual dinners in recent years.
Door prizes were given out, including prizes from noted Minnesota writers and artists such as Ed Bok Lee, and Wing Young Huie, as well as tickets from the Center for Independent Artists, Mu Performing Arts, Regal Cinemas, and a one year membership to the Loft Literary Center, as well as generous gift certificates to Cub Foods and a large gift basket from Miss Cali Style Gift Baskets and Balloons.
The Hawthorne Area Community Council thanks all of the generous donors and supporters who helped to make this evening possible.
Hawthorne Community Meeting: October 11th
Posting Schedule
In order to keep Hawthorne Voices current and timely for you, we will be regularly updating this blog, especially every Monday. Be sure to check back in periodically for great new Hawthorne events that are coming up soon!
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
Hawthorne Annual Meeting: September 28th
Would you like to be a part of change in the Hawthorne neighborhood? Join the Hawthorne Area Community Council and our neighbors on Thursday, September 28th at Farview Park for dinner, starting at 6:00 PM.
Open to all residents and businesses in the Hawthorne area, the Hawthorne Annual Meeting is the time to elect board members to represent you as we make key decisions to help our great neighborhood grow.
The doors open at 6:00 PM and it’s a great time to talk about what you want to see.
This fun evening has live entertainment, a great review on what we accomplish together, door prizes, and a special multi-media show by Seitu Jones, the first artist-in-residence of the City of Minneapolis, who will explain how art improves our lives. Daycare is provided.
Voting is at 7:30 PM and seats are open in all 4 quadrants of Hawthorne, as well as at-large and other special positions.
Your participation is vital for effective change reflecting the true diverse voices of our community.
Are you interested in becoming a board member? There’s still time to apply! Just contact HACC and let us know!
To learn more, or if you wish to attend and have special needs, please call HACC at (612) 529-6033 or e-mail HACC at: bworra@hawthornecommunity.org
Open to all residents and businesses in the Hawthorne area, the Hawthorne Annual Meeting is the time to elect board members to represent you as we make key decisions to help our great neighborhood grow.
The doors open at 6:00 PM and it’s a great time to talk about what you want to see.
This fun evening has live entertainment, a great review on what we accomplish together, door prizes, and a special multi-media show by Seitu Jones, the first artist-in-residence of the City of Minneapolis, who will explain how art improves our lives. Daycare is provided.
Voting is at 7:30 PM and seats are open in all 4 quadrants of Hawthorne, as well as at-large and other special positions.
Your participation is vital for effective change reflecting the true diverse voices of our community.
Are you interested in becoming a board member? There’s still time to apply! Just contact HACC and let us know!
To learn more, or if you wish to attend and have special needs, please call HACC at (612) 529-6033 or e-mail HACC at: bworra@hawthornecommunity.org
Monday, August 21, 2006
Welcome to Hawthorne Voices!
Welcome to Hawthorne Voices, the blog committed to making the diverse voices of the Hawthorne area neighborhood of Minneapolis heard!
This blog is maintained by the Hawthorne Area Community Council, a 501 (c) 3 Non-proft organization based at 2944 Emerson Avenue North.
We encourage your stories and ideas. Send them to bworra@hawthornecommunity.org or post them here. No profanity or abusive language will be permitted on this blog.
The views posted here do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Hawthorne Area Community Council, its staff, board or employees, nor its funders or supporters. The views are presented here only in the public interest.
The mission of the Hawthorne Area Community Council is to improve the quality of life in the Hawthorne Neighborhood through empowering residents in order to address the physical, cultural, social and economic needs of the community.
This blog is maintained by the Hawthorne Area Community Council, a 501 (c) 3 Non-proft organization based at 2944 Emerson Avenue North.
We encourage your stories and ideas. Send them to bworra@hawthornecommunity.org or post them here. No profanity or abusive language will be permitted on this blog.
The views posted here do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Hawthorne Area Community Council, its staff, board or employees, nor its funders or supporters. The views are presented here only in the public interest.
The mission of the Hawthorne Area Community Council is to improve the quality of life in the Hawthorne Neighborhood through empowering residents in order to address the physical, cultural, social and economic needs of the community.
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