HISTORYThe Uptown Association was formed in 1975 as the Hennepin Lake Improvement Association by approximately ten Uptown business and property owners. Since then, it has grown to over 175 members. Today it is a nonprofit trade association, which promotes Uptown as a safe, prosperous, accessible, attractive, well-maintained and environmentally responsible commercial and residential area. It also exists to improve the economic stability and vitality of Uptown and to celebrate and sustain its unique spirit and sense of community. The Association welcomes diversity of all kinds and advocates the greater benefit of the entire Uptown community. Any commercial interest within the geographic boundaries can become a member of the Uptown Association.
UPTOWN WIPEOUTWipe out graffiti and trash in your community! Everyone is affected by an unkempt community; the markings of graffiti, the unsightliness of trash strewn over our yards and streets. Instead of waiting for someone else to clean up the mess, volunteer and take back your UPTOWN!The Uptown Association is using the micro grant, awarded by the City of Minneapolis for innovative graffiti prevention methods to clean up your neighborhood. But we need your help to make this possible! Join or create your own wipe out team! We supply everything from paint and safety vests to trash bags and graffiti remover. Free food and beverages. Be recognized for your hard work when National Public Radio arrives on-site to do a story set to air September 5th. Simply CLICK HERE to sign up your team and check in at the headquarters located at the YWCA parking ramp on Hennepin Avenue at the time of your shift. UPTOWN Graffiti Cleanup Tuesday, August 19 Shifts available from 9 AM- 7 PM Check in at the YWCA Parking Ramp located at 2808 Hennepin Avenue South Breakfast with RalphJoin Council Member Remington and the Uptown Association for “Breakfast with Ralph,” a monthly event for constituents to interact with their Council Member and others who influence public policy. In August our guest is Keith Ellison, U.S. Congressman. He will discuss upcoming marquee events and his position as manager of Minneapolis.Wednesday, August 13 7:30 - 9:00 am Calhoun Grill 3220 West Lake Street Minneapolis, MN (located in the strip mall next door to Barnes & Noble) Guest Speaker: Kieth Ellison, U.S. Congressman There is no cost to attend. Food is available for purchase. Nurses Day Out Comes to UptownPut down your stethoscope and grab your shopping bags for the Third District member RN's Shopping Day in Uptown! Third district Nurses and the Uptown Association in Uptown Minneapolis invite all Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) District members to a member-only event.Bring your family, friends and coworkers to shop, dine and relax! Tuesday, September 30 10 AM-till store closing You must preregister for this event and be a member of any MNA district to receive coupons and free samples. Click Here or call 952.920.9860 to register before September 17. Check in is from 10 AM- 8 PM at the Uptown Association Building, located at 1406 West Lake Street in the Romy Building between Gamestop and City Image salon. Barbette Special happy hour Blue Sky Creamery 25% off on new menu items and all ice cream items The Murals of Lynlake Special coming soon Design Within Reach Special coming soon Magers and Quinn Booksellers Special coming soon Terrace Hair Neon Beach 50% off all hair cuts 2-4-1’s on products Samples City Image Salon Uptown 50% off all hair services Buy get one on products Heavenly Soles Special Coming Soon EyeDeals Special Coming Soon Pham’s Deli Free bottled water Rendezvous Dance Studio Special Coming Soon D'Amico and Sons Special Coming Soon Victoria's Secret Free bra fitting Free eye and lip cover Free hand massage and health facts on the “Right Fit” Davanni's Lanyards Food specials Calhoun Bike Rental Special Coming Soon First Tech Computer 10% off ipods $100 off computers Penzeys Spices Free pot of seasoning Ragstock Special discount coupons Kitchen Window Special cooking class Coupons Champions Sports Bar and Grill Buy one get one drinks UPS Special Coming Soon Juut Special Coming Soon Old Chicago $5 off $25 purchase Urban Traveler $20 off coupons Bryant Lake Bowl Free bowling coupons Red Stag Supper Club Food specials and happy hour Blue Special Coming Soon Pathways Special Coming Soon Visionary Optical Special Coming Soon Marketing Extravanganza a SuccessThanks to all of the 80 attendees of the first in a series of Marketing Meetings for Uptown Businesses at Bryant Lake Bowl on Lake Street. The event was a huge success and a ton of fun! Special thanks to our panelists Terry Gahan, President and Co-Publisher of Minneapolis Premier Publications, Luz Rodriguez, Sales Representative from Radio Rey, Al McFarlane, President of McFarlane Media Interests, Kari Logan, Co-Owner of C.E.L. Public Relations, and J. Marie Fieger, President of Nemer Fieger Public Relations, for sharing their knowledge and expertise, and Terri Gruca, from WCCO TV for moderating. Special thanks to Brueggers Bagels and Kowalski's Grocery in Uptown for donating the delicious food. We hope everyone walked away from the meeting with further knowledge of how to better market their business, networked with other Uptown Businesses, and sampled the food.Be on the lookout for an invitation to our next Marketing Meeting on Tuesday June 24th at The Sheraton Hotel We hope to see you all there! Please visit the website listed to take a survey that will help us determine the content of upcoming marketing events: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=0IGJgJiewHsfULY9Tp53RA_3d_3d WINNERS OF PAINT THE UPTOWN REDAfter many weeks of hard work, students and businesses will be happy to hear their work paid off. Two different awards were given out, the first being the People’s Choice award, which was voted on by the public in the individual stores and online at the Association’s website. The second was the Celebrities Choice award, decided upon by corporate sponsors of the AHA and their regional directors. The winning business of the People’s Choice was Jon English HairSpa Uptown. After many hours of deliberation, the winner of the Celebrities Choice was awarded to Kitchen Window. Winning business owners will be awarded an official American Heart Association Red Dress statue. The American Heart Association and the Uptown Association are very pleased with the success of the program. Through positive feedback from the community, heart health awareness increased, along with boosting the amount of traffic in one of the most eclectic and vibrant neighborhoods in the Twin Cities. Thank you for your interest and partication in Paint The Uptown Red.Participating Uptown Businesses: Bay Street Shoes, 3001 Hennepin Ave S Bobby Bead, 2831 Hennepin Ave S. Chiang Mai Thai, 3001 Hennepin Ave S. City Image Salon, 1404 West Lake Street Eye Deals, 3001 Hennepin Ave S. Heartbreaker, 2941 Hennepin Ave S. John English Hairspa, 2929 Lyndale Ave S. Kitchen Window, 3001 Hennepin Ave S. Local Motion, 2813 Hennepin Ave S. Magers and Quinn Booksellers, 3038 Hennepin Ave S. Old Chicago Restaurant, 2841 Hennepin Ave S. Ragstock, 1433 West Lake Street Smitten Kitten, 3010 Lyndale Ave S. Stella’s Fish Café, 1400 West Lake Street Uptown Row, 1221 West Lake Street Urban Traveler, 3001 Hennepin Ave S.
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