Source: Twin Cities Daily Planet Are the Riverside Plaza and Seward high-rise apartment complexes, home to low-income residents for more than 35 years, “beyond merely shabby” and filled with crime? Or are they “a vital and fascinating mix of cultures … a series of villages in the city with the opportunity to begin life in … Continue reading »
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South African Jazz Artist, Hugh Masekela, coming to The Dakota
How lucky are we Minnesotans! Legendary South African jazz trumpeter, freedom activist and Grammy award winner, Hugh Masekela, will grace us with his presence again. I know many of you missed his last concert at the Dakota because both shows were sold out so this time be sure to get your tickets early. The prices … Continue reading »
K’naan concert in Minneapolis this Saturday
Hey happy people, I bring you good tidings! K’naan will be in the twin cities this Saturday night at First Ave and Minnesota’s very own Deejay Xpect will be on the ones and twos. As you probably know K’naan has a HUGE fan base here so if you plan on seeing the show, you better … Continue reading »
African Films at the Mpls – St. Paul International Film Festival
by Nelima The 27th Annual Minneapolis – St. Paul International Film Festival is upon us peoples! The Festival which runs from April 16th – 30th features about 150 films from 63 countries of which the following are from Africa. I sifted through the calendar to pick out the African – themed films, but you can … Continue reading »
What’s the future of the Minneapolis Civil Rights Department?
by Nelima Here’s an issue that many of you should follow and participate in. Minneapolis Mayor RT Rybak is proposing to cut one of the three units of the Minneapolis Civil Rights Department. He says that the duties of that unit are also done, by the MN Department of Human Rights and should not be … Continue reading »
Minneapolis Mosque to Host Open House this Wednesday
On February 25, 2009, the Abubakar As-Saddique Islamic Center will welcome neighborhood residents and organizations for a community dinner intended to increase understanding about the local Somali Muslim community and mosque. The Wednesday event is free and open to the public. WHAT: Community Open House and Dinner at Abubakar As-Saddique Islamic Center. WHEN: Wednesday, February 25, 5-8 p.m. WHERE: … Continue reading »
Excitement in North Minneapolis as residents vote.
by Nelima Voter anticipation must have been very high in North Minneapolis. By 7 am there was a line of over 100 people stretching out the door and down the ramp of North Point Health and Wellness Center. Everyone was happy and energetic; people cheered and clapped everyone who cast their ballot, one guy even … Continue reading »
