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Early February 2024

Neighborhood Trivia Night at Taberna was a success! There were teams from CIDNA, West Maka Ska and other nearby neighborhoods. The best part was neighbors connecting with neighbors. Thank you to Taberna for hosting us, and to West Maka Ska for partnering with us.

Look for more events like this in the near future! Have an idea for an event you'd like to see? Email us at info@cidna.org

South Cedar Point Restoration

Volunteer Project Update

Our restoration focus area for 2023 was beginning on the peninsula shown in the map you see here. This area includes the historic managed natural landscape by the dock, the hillside north of the gravel path and the borders of the upper lawn.

We are networking with volunteers in other volunteer restoration areas to make certain our restorations are grounded in the science of restoration ecology. You may have noticed the additional work being done at Point Beach, by the Brownie Channel, and west of South Beach.

Working under a Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Stewardship Agreement we have been restoring our area for six years. We work with MPRB commissioners to make certain volunteers at these volunteer restoration areas are properly supported. Our commissioner, Elizabeth Shaffer has been steadfast in her very effective support.

The native grass and wildflower seeds we have sown over the years are flourishing. We hope you enjoy the wildflowers blooming spring, summer and fall!

See you at the lake,

Mark Schmidt

CIDNA Committee Meetings in February

The CIDNA Board will not be holding its regular meeting in February, since it falls on Valentine's Day, however there are other opportunities to connect or volunteer with one of our committees. If you are interested in participating, please join us!

Environmental Committee Meeting: Wednesday, February 21, 7:00pm via Zoom.

This month we will be looking at, and applying for, the two Stewardship Agreements we currently do with the MPRB.

Communications Committee Meeting: Wednesday, February 28, 7:00pm via Zoom.

This month we will be discussing our spring communication plans and the various activities we want to highlight.

For additional Zoom details, or to ask questions, reach out to CIDNA's Coordinator, Rachel, at info@cidna.org.

City Updates

Enter the City Tree Lottery today!

Are you looking to spruce up your yard this spring for a low price? Enter the City Tree Lottery now through March 31 for a chance to get up to two $30 trees!

The Minneapolis Health Department is partnering with Tree Trust to offer 1,000 low-cost shade and evergreen trees to help build the city’s tree canopy. The trees range from 3 feet to 8 feet, depending on the type of tree.

All Minneapolis property owners can enter the lottery. If selected, you’ll get an email in April with information on how to order your tree(s). Trees must be picked up on either May 18 or 19. Learn more here.

The 2024 Luminary Loppet is a go!

Saturday, February 3

Come out to Lake of the Isles and enjoy the Luminary Loppet and enjoy a candlelit trail. Experience 1,200 luminaries lining the trail with unique ice features and much more – all in the heart of Uptown.

The Luminary Loppet is also the Loppet Foundation’s largest fundraiser of the year – supporting our year-round programs as we live out of mission of connecting people to the outdoors through experiences that grow community.

The Luminary Loppet is part of the City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival.

Mark Your Calendars

CIDNA March Board meeting

Wednesday, March 13, 6:00pm

Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association | 612-212-5508 | info@cidna.org

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