November 5, 2021 | Friday

Give to the Max Early Giving Has Begun

Our volunteers organize neighborhood events, work to maintain a safe and vibrant neighborhood, enhance our natural and built environments, welcome new neighbors, and shape decisions that affect our quality of live. We keep our neighborhood up to date with accurate, timely information, and provide a trusted, open forum to tackle concerns.

This year D10 has had over 60 public meetings and 20 community events and has nearly 1800 community members subscribed to this weekly newsletter! Your financial support helps make what we do possible and successful.

What is Give to the Max Day? 

Give to the Max Day is Minnesota’s giving holiday, an online give-a-thon supporting Minnesota nonprofits and schools. This year's Give to the Max Day will be held on Thursday, November 18th. But why wait? You can get started today with early giving!

What is Early Giving? 

Give to the Max Day Early Giving takes place from November 1st - 17th. Donations made during the early giving period are eligible for the $500 Early Giving Golden Ticket and the $10,000 Super-Sized Golden Ticket. That means your donation of $10 (or more!) could be randomly selected to turn into a donation of $500 or even $10,000 — talk about making an impact with your giving decisions!

D10 Como Community Council Open House

Community members are invited to come to the Como Streetcar Station on Saturday, November 13 between 10 and 11:30 a.m. to meet some board members, give feedback about the bylaw changes, or ask any other questions you may have about our work and being a board member. Of course, community members are also always welcome at our monthly board and committee meetings.

The Streetcar Station is located in Como Park at 1224 Lexington Pkwy. Please note that the building is city owned and masks are required indoors per the Mayor's emergency executive order 21-33.

2021 Como Thanksgiving Meals Fundraiser



Thank you for your generosity for our Thanksgiving Meal Fundraiser. In two weeks we were able to raise enough to provide meals for over 100 seniors in our community. 

During this time, we were given the names of 20 more families that would benefit from a holiday meal and we're asking for your continued support to fund those meals.

Como Park Lutheran Hosts Hunger Ministry Fair

Sunday, November 7, 12-2 p.m.

LOCATION: Como Park Lutheran Church’s parking lot

(located on the corner of Hoyt Ave W & Hamline Ave N)

ORGANIZATIONS at the fair:

• Every Meal - Visit the display booth about the weekend backpack program that works to fill food gaps for children, and more.
• Keystone Community Services - Tour the mobile food pantry & drop off non-perishable food items.
• Shobi’s Table - Buy a lunch (made from scratch), find out about the Pay-As-You-Can Café on wheels, & buy T-shirts from the food truck.

Come learn, share, & visit with fellow members, neighbors, & these food ministry organizations. Free hot apple cider and cocoa will be provided.

Como Park Conservatory Fall Flower Show 2nd Half

The Fall Flower Show features a variety of chrysanthemums and fall favorites. The first half of the Fall Flower Show was Oct. 9-31. The second half of the Fall Flower Show runs Nov. 6-28. The Sunken Garden has been closed this past week to facilitate a mid-show change. The second half of the Fall Flower Show will be equal parts orange, yellow, and white. Reservations and face masks are required for all Como Zoo & Conservatory visitors.

Local Licenses up for Renewals

Bole Ethiopian Cuisine - The liquor licenses for this restaurant at 1341 Pascal St. N. are up for renewal on Jan. 7. Anyone with concerns should email District 10 or contact the office of Ward 4 Council Member Mitra Jalali.

Ted's Recreation - The liquor licenses for this bar at 1084 Larpenteur Ave. W. are up for renewal on Jan. 3. Anyone with concerns should email District 10 or contact the office of Ward 5 Council Member Amy Brendmoen.

Best Western - The liquor license for this hotel at 1010 Bandana Blvd. W. are up for renewal on Jan. 3. Anyone with concerns should email District 10 or contact the office of Ward 4 Council Member Mitra Jalali.

Deconstruction Grants Available

Renovating your home? Consider a deconstruction grant. Deconstruction is taking apart a building so materials — like cabinets, light fixtures, doors and more — can be reused. Grants are available for residential and commercial properties. Property owners and developers may apply.

Ways to Weatherize Your Home For Cold

As the cooler months settle in, consider these relatively cost-effective ways to weatherize your home. Weatherizing helps a home maintain temperature, conserve energy and save money on energy bills.

1. Free virtual consultation with Home Energy Squad
2. Install (more) insulation in your attic
3. Insulate your windows with plastic film
4. Seal gaps around windows and doors
5. Insulate outlets and light switches

St. Paul Accepting 2021 Business Awards Nominees

Do you have a favorite Saint Paul business that you want to see recognized for their contributions to the community and the city’s economy? Nominate them for the 2021 Saint Paul Business awards. Businesses are selected to geographically represent Saint Paul’s diverse communities. To learn more about the program and nominate your favorite business go to stpaul.gov/bizawards today! Nominations are due by 4:30 p.m. Friday, December 3, 2021.

Bring Your Pumpkins & Fall Decorations to a Yard Waste Site

After all the raking, leaf blowing and fall decorating, bring these common fall yard waste items to Ramsey County’s yard waste collection sites for free:

• Put pumpkins, corn stalks and hay bales in the leaf pile. No string, ribbon, candles, paint or other decorations.
• Bring leaves to the yard waste sites. Remember to take bags, even biodegradable bags, back with you after you dump your leaves in the pile.
• While you’re there, drop off your food scraps too!

Don’t forget to plan ahead! Check the hours and locations and consider these tips for avoiding long waits at the yard waste sites.

While we're on the subject, a friendly reminder that the Beulah Ln Food Scraps Recycling site does NOT accept leaves, yard waste, or pumpkins.