Maude Lovelle, Executive Director
Monday, 25 January 2010
Uptown is an eclectic, vibrant, business, entertainment, and constantly changing area.Restaurants, large and small, thrive in Uptown, along with movie theaters, professional offices, retail stores, coffee shops and more than 15,000 residents.
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UPTOWN ASSOCIATION SURVEY
August & September, 2009
A survey was distributed reaching out to business leaders, residents, and other Uptown stakeholders to gather feedback about how we can best meet the community’s needs.
Data will inform future UA programming and initiatives. Based on feedback, the Uptown Association will continue to focus on promoting Uptown and increasing your business. Results also reflected a desire for programs in the areas of community promotion, economic development, business promotion and marketing, and community activities/events/partnerships. Thank you to respondents for providing this valuable feedback.
INNOVATIVE GRAFFITI PREVENTION MICRO-GRANT
Awarded, May 15
From City of Minneapolis
As a result of this grant, the Community Affairs Committee of the UA created a multi-faceted program that would effectively and creatively remove existing graffiti, prevent future graffiti and educate the public about how graffiti hurts an entire community. One of the components was an art project. During the 2009 Uptown Art Fair in August, visitors had an opportunity to be a part of the graffiti prevention grant by creating their own tile artwork that depicted their vision of a safe and beautiful community. The tiles, supplies and firing were provided by the Northern Clay Center of Minneapolis. A total of 355 tiles were made during the three day art fair by participants from 14 states and 6 countries including the USA, Mexico, Canada, Brazil, France and Israel. For more information about this project and other events and programming sponsored by the Uptown Association call us at 612-823-4581 or email us.
Press Release Preventing Crime through Artistic Expression
To see art, visit BUBBLE ME in Uptown
Our members' commitment of time and money has helped us leverage relationships in order to make significant differences for the area, shops and people. So come join the Uptown Association today and help us build a better community.
Latest News & Events:
3rd ANNUAL HOLIDAY WINDOW DECORATING CONTEST December 12, 2009The UA challenged area businesses to show off their flair and give Uptown a little extra sparkle for the holiday season. Storefronts were judged and awarded in the following categories. ...and the winners are:
Toast of Uptown
H & B Gallery (2730 Hennepin Ave.)
Most Festive
Art Materials (2728 Lyndale Ave.)
Most Creative
VState (3001 Hennepin Ave.)
Best Incorporation of Business Product
Brides of France (3042 Hennepin Ave.)
The competition was stiff, so congrats to our award winners and thank you to ALL participating businesses. The windows are fabulous, but don’t take OUR word for it- be sure to stop and see for yourself before they’re gone!
Toast of Uptown
H & B Gallery (2730 Hennepin Ave.)
Most Festive
Art Materials (2728 Lyndale Ave.)
Most Creative
VState (3001 Hennepin Ave.)
Best Incorporation of Business Product
Brides of France (3042 Hennepin Ave.)
The competition was stiff, so congrats to our award winners and thank you to ALL participating businesses. The windows are fabulous, but don’t take OUR word for it- be sure to stop and see for yourself before they’re gone!
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES September 8, 2009 The Uptown Association is looking for several interns interested in enhancing their education experience in multiple areas.
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NEW WEBSITE
August 25, 2009
The Uptown Association is proud to present our new area website.
UPTOWN ART FAIR
August 15, 2009
Despite a little weather, this year's Uptown Art Fair was again, a huge success!!
UPTOWN BIKE RACE
July 27, 2009
Uptown played host to one of the most exciting events around - cruising through Uptown.
NEW UA BRAND
July 15, 2009
It's been a long time coming, but the Uptown Association launched it's new brand.