Monthly Archive for October, 2008

Hope Community

Hope Community has a 31-year history

of community connection in one of the most diverse and economically challenged areas in Minneapolis, MN. We began as a place for people to gather in community. Our original shelter and hospitality house was a respite from the isolation and pain of homelessness. When drugs and violence overwhelmed the neighborhood and others focused on the negatives, Hope took a stand for community and children. Over the last 10 years, we designed and built the two-square block Hope Campus in a neighborhood a mile south of downtown Minneapolis – a recognized model of affordable residential place making. We built our reputation as we built a living model, attracting investment and delivering on our commitments. Hope now owns and operates a thriving multi-cultural community in 126 low-income rental units.
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Franklin Library

Free internet Wi-Fi

Tuesday, Thursday – 12:00 to 8:00
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday – 10:00 to 6:00
Books, DVDs, CDs, magazines & more!
21 computers in Library, Homework Helper for K – High School

Franklin Learning Center
Monday 12-8, TuesdayThursday 9-3, Friday 10-6
Saturday Learning Circles 1:30 and 3:00

Franklin Learning Center/Adults 16 and over work on English skills, citizenship prep, GED/One on one tutoring.  Phillips Technology Center/class schedule available at Minneapolis Public Library website, or visit library/Open structured lab also available

Phillips Tech Center

Carlson Printing Company

We have streamlined our process to offer our customers the greatest savings in offset printing. Real ink on a great selection of paper, printed with the quality you can’t get from digital printing. Our workflow is completely electronic. From proofing to plate-making, you can be assured that your final product will LOOK GREAT and impress your clients.

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Project for Pride in Living

About PPL:ppl_logo

In 2004, PPL directly served nearly 7,000 people through our interconnected programs.

PPL’s mission is to assist lower-income individuals and families to work toward self-sufficiency by providing housing, jobs and training. We create opportunities for growth through several integrated programs:

  • Affordable Housing –Rental and Ownership
  • Jobs and Employment Readiness Training
  • Personal & Community Support Services
  • Youth Development

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The Mindekirke Norwegian Lutheran Memorial Church

Den Norske Lutherske Mindekirke
The Norwegian Lutheran Memorial Church (ELCA), Minneapolis, Minnesota

Mindekirken’s Mission:

  • To serve as a spiritual center for the Scandinavian American Community, worshiping in both Norwegian and English.
  • To be a warm and inviting place for visitors and members alike, where people join in fellowship across different ages and cultural backgrounds. – To encourage activities such as Leiv Eriksson International Festival, Syttende Mai Celebration, concerts, festive dinners and language classes.

The Norwegian Lutheran Memorial Church · 924 E. 21st St, Minneapolis, MN 55404-2952 · (612)874-0716