Annual Legislative Update
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Join SCCA, LBA and the Lake Street Council as we host very special Legislative Update. This event marks a return to being in person for this event, after being on Zoom last year.
Hear directly from our State Legislators and County Commissioner on policy and advocacy efforts relevant to the business community, specifically Covid-19 relief and rebuilding efforts. It will also be back at Gandhi Mahal, hosted by Ruhel Islam. The "Community Room" is now the Community Green Space, on the site of his former restaurant. He and volunteers have added a garden, a wooden stage, a shade structure, fencing, and a food truck. It's a beautiful site and will be a powerful space to reflect on this past year. We hope you can join us. |
Wednesday, July 28th
12 noon - 1:30 pm Gandhi Mahal Green Space 3009 27th Ave S 
Our panel of Elected Officials includes:
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Come with your questions and your appetite! Ruhel will have lunch available from a food truck parked on the site. Lunch payable at the event. When you RSVP please indicate whether you plan to eat lunch, and indicated MEAT or VEGETARIAN, so he can have enough food prepared. If you will not be eating lunch, select MEETING ONLY.
Co-hosted by Seward Civic & Commerce Association, Longfellow Business Association, and the Lake Street Council.
Questions or need to rsvp? Contact Hillary Oppmann at info@sewardbusiness.org or Kim Jakus at kim@longfellowbusinessassociation.org.
Co-hosted by Seward Civic & Commerce Association, Longfellow Business Association, and the Lake Street Council.
Questions or need to rsvp? Contact Hillary Oppmann at info@sewardbusiness.org or Kim Jakus at kim@longfellowbusinessassociation.org.
LBA Annual Meeting
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Who says Mondays have to be a drag? Come and join us on Monday, June 7th from 4-6 pm for our annual meeting at Arbeiter Brewing. Normally closed on Mondays, Arbeiter is opening up the taproom and patio space just for the LBA! This open house style event is a great chance to connect with your fellow businesses and non-profits in the neighborhood.
The Habanero Tacos food truck will be on site and in addition to beer, there will be cold brew from Wildflyer Coffee. Tickets start at just $5 (with a sliding scale) and include food and one drink. Come and go as you like, but please RSVP. You can pay in advance (below) or the day of! We'll also have information about LBA, our partner organizations and all the resources we offer to help you thrive. Please join us and RSVP below! RSVP / Tickets Thanks to our Sponsors!
If your business would like to sponsor the Annual Meeting, contact Kim.
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Monday, June 7
4:00 - 6:00 pm Arbeiter Brewing 3038 Minnehaha Ave 
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Lake Street Business Q&A with
Police Chief Arradondo
Trial Preparation and Public Safety Briefing
Miércoles, 24 de Febrero (en Español)
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Online via Zoom
We know many within our business community are feeling concerned about the upcoming trial of Derek Chauvin this March. LBA is communicating with the City and partner organizations to get additional information on what plans are in place and how your business can best prepare for this uncertain time. Our partners at the Lake Street Council are hosting virtual Q&A sessions with Minneapolis Police Chief Arradondo for business stakeholders to help answer questions regarding public safety and trial of Derek Chauvin starting on March 8.
In case you missed last week's conversation hosted by The Lake Street Council with Police Chief Arradondo, you can listen to the recorded Zoom session here. We understand that the City is also working on a FAQ sheet / checklist to help businesses prepare for any potential unrest during the trial of Derek Chauvin. More info to come.
Recording info:
Topic: Trial Preparation: Lake Street Business Q&A with Chief Arradondo
Start Time : Feb 18, 2021 09:17 AM
Meeting Recording
Access Passcode: 9LW^!4Tv
Le invitamos a asistir el Miércoles, 24 de Febrero de las 10:00 a las 11:00 AM, a esta reunión virtual, donde podrá conocer los preparativos que se están realizando y algunas acciones que su negocio puede tomar como prevención.
ACCEDA A LA REUNION AQUI
Acceso desde la reunión desde cualquier PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone, or Android
dispositivo at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86107814800?pwd=SWNnVlA3dklMclZwYUVKYVFuZHZsQT09
Contraseña: 505832
In case you missed last week's conversation hosted by The Lake Street Council with Police Chief Arradondo, you can listen to the recorded Zoom session here. We understand that the City is also working on a FAQ sheet / checklist to help businesses prepare for any potential unrest during the trial of Derek Chauvin. More info to come.
Recording info:
Topic: Trial Preparation: Lake Street Business Q&A with Chief Arradondo
Start Time : Feb 18, 2021 09:17 AM
Meeting Recording
Access Passcode: 9LW^!4Tv
Le invitamos a asistir el Miércoles, 24 de Febrero de las 10:00 a las 11:00 AM, a esta reunión virtual, donde podrá conocer los preparativos que se están realizando y algunas acciones que su negocio puede tomar como prevención.
ACCEDA A LA REUNION AQUI
Acceso desde la reunión desde cualquier PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone, or Android
dispositivo at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86107814800?pwd=SWNnVlA3dklMclZwYUVKYVFuZHZsQT09
Contraseña: 505832
Bronze Members
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Bronze Members
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Silver Members
- 7-Sigma
- Ballare Teatro Dance Theater
- Big Bell Ice Cream / The Minnehaha Scoop
- E's Emporium
- Gandhi Mahal Resturant
- Hymie's Vintage Records
- Kennedy.& Cain PLLC
- KMS Airduct Cleaning
- Merlins Rest Pub
- Meseret's Ethiopian Restaurant
- Moon Palace Books
- River Lake Clinic
- The Bungalow Club
- Zorongo Flamenco Dance Company
Silver Members
- 7-Sigma
- Ballare Teatro Dance Theater
- Big Bell Ice Cream / The Minnehaha Scoop
- E's Emporium
- Gandhi Mahal Resturant
- Hymie's Vintage Records
- Kennedy.& Cain PLLC
- KMS Airduct Cleaning
- Merlins Rest Pub
- Meseret's Ethiopian Restaurant
- Moon Palace Books
- River Lake Clinic
- The Bungalow Club
- Zorongo Flamenco Dance Company
Gold Members
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Covid Cleaning Virtual Workshop with Two Bettys
Join the pros at Two Bettys on Friday, December 4th for a quick and informative training session to talk all things cleaning in the time of COVID. |
MEMBERSHIPLongfellow has an amazing business community and is becoming a destination for dining, live music, vintage, non-profits, health & wellness, and more! Membership with the LBA allows us to create and maintain a vibrant business climate in the neighborhood.
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CONNECTKeep up to date on changes happening within the business community and resources available to Longfellow businesses. If you'd like to share info about your business or upcoming event through the e-news, please email info@longfellowbusinessassociation.org
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Ken McCraley is the owner of KMS Air Duct Cleaning and KMS Construction located on Snelling Avenue. He's been in business for 27 years and in Longfellow since 2009. KMS does commercial and residential air duct cleaning and was hard hit by the effects of Covid-19 when the statewide stay at home order prevented Ken and his crew from entering into residential customer's homes. At the start of the pandemic, Ken had to layoff 11 of the 47 employees on his team. They are now back up to 41 and still have hopes of bringing the remainder of folks back to work. Ken is a firm believer that small businesses employ diverse communities and it is important to support them.
Like many others, Ken is still getting used to the new normal and incorporating changes into the business for potential long term success. KMS specializes in air duct cleaning, but can also clean your furnace, air conditioner, dryer vent, fireplaces, chimney and more. Please consider KMS if you need air duct cleaning or construction services: www.kmsclean.com.
Like many others, Ken is still getting used to the new normal and incorporating changes into the business for potential long term success. KMS specializes in air duct cleaning, but can also clean your furnace, air conditioner, dryer vent, fireplaces, chimney and more. Please consider KMS if you need air duct cleaning or construction services: www.kmsclean.com.
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Longfellow hosts over 40 Non-Profit organizations. Show some love on November 19th and support them through Give to the Max. |
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Better Futures Minnesota Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota Bright Prospects Co-Op Preschool CAPI COPAL Danish American Center Eat for Equity Family Partnership Father Project Firehouse Performing Arts Center Humanitarian African Relief Org Islamic Association of North America |
Jawaahir Dance Company
La Oportunidad Lake Street Council League of Longfellow Artists (LoLa) Literacy MN Longfellow Community Council Longfellow Rising Longfellow/Seward Healthy Seniors Metro Work Center Inc. Midtown Farmers Market MIGIZI Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light Minnesota Transitions Charter Schools |
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Redesign Inc ReStore Habitat for Humanity Seward Longfellow Restorative Justice Tapestry Folkdance Center The Lift Garage The Northwest Conference Touchstone Mental Health Trylon Cinema Twin Cities Recovery Social Club Volunteers of America Wildflyer Coffee YWCA Midtown Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre |
In November, we will host virtual focus groups for Immigrant-owned businesses and BIPOC-owned Start-up businesses in Longfellow. We know that both the pandemic and the impacts of civil unrest have created extraordinary challenges in running a business. We're interested in hearing from business owners about the tools, resources, and connections we can offer to help your business thrive. All participants will receive a $20 gift card to a local Longfellow business. RSVP below or contact Kim at kim@longfellowbusinessassociation.org or 612-298-4699.
Immigrant-owned Businesses:
Wednesday, November 4
9:00 - 10:30 am
Register in advance for this meeting
BIPOC-owned Start-Up Businesses:
Thursday, November 5
9:00 - 10:30 am
Register in advance for this meeting
Immigrant-owned Businesses:
Wednesday, November 4
9:00 - 10:30 am
Register in advance for this meeting
BIPOC-owned Start-Up Businesses:
Thursday, November 5
9:00 - 10:30 am
Register in advance for this meeting
Google My Business WorkshopWednesday, September 23
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This event is co-hosted by:
Longfellow Business Association Lake Street Council Seward Civic & Commerce Association |
Recorded Panel Discussion with City Council Members & Mayor Frey
September 15, 2020
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If you weren't able to zoom in for our virtual Panel Discussion with area Council Members and Mayor Frey on Tuesday, we've got it recorded for you here. Topics addressed included many of the concerns facing business owners, including: Policing and Public Safety, Homelessness, the 3rd Precinct and Covid-19. In addition to the Mayor, area Council Members included:
Cam Gordon: Ward 2 Jamal Osman: Ward 6 Alondra Cano: Ward 9 Andrew Johnson Ward 12 We are working on a summary of the Chat notes that included a number of helpful links and resources. Coming soon! This conversation is not the end point. We will continue to engage our elected officials and hope to host another panel discussion later this Fall or Winter. If you have any questions or follow up, please contact kim@longfellowbusinessassociation.org. |
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Ice Cream for Neighbors on National Night Out!
How can the business community show Longfellow neighbors how grateful we’ve been for their support through both a pandemic and civil unrest? With free ice cream of course! The Longfellow Business Association is partnering with The Minnehaha Scoop and Big Bell Ice Cream to send ice cream trucks into the neighborhood for National Night Out on Tuesday, September 15th.
On NNO from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, Big Bell Ice Cream will have a stationary ice cream truck at Longfellow Park (3435 36th Ave S) so that you and your family can pick up some ice cream and enjoy it socially distanced style. A second truck will drive down both 29th and 31st Streets making stops to especially thank neighbors for helping to minimize the destruction to Lake Street properties. We are grateful to share this community with such concerned neighbors.
On NNO from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, Big Bell Ice Cream will have a stationary ice cream truck at Longfellow Park (3435 36th Ave S) so that you and your family can pick up some ice cream and enjoy it socially distanced style. A second truck will drive down both 29th and 31st Streets making stops to especially thank neighbors for helping to minimize the destruction to Lake Street properties. We are grateful to share this community with such concerned neighbors.
Sponsoring Businesses Include: Big Bell Ice Cream, The Minnehaha Scoop, Kennedy & Cain PLLC, Mother Earth Gardens, Lake Street Dairy Queen, Post Plus, Lake Street Oil and Gifts, Glass Endeavors, David M Jacobs, P.A., Dawn Bartell American Family Insurance, Industrial Arts Unlimited, West River Dental, Two Bettys Green Cleaning, Aaron Jones - Thrivent Financial, Bokers Inc, and Kathy Nelson.
How can the business community show Longfellow residents how grateful we’ve been for their support through both a pandemic and civil unrest? With ice cream of course! The LBA is partnering with The Minnehaha Scoop and Big Bell Ice Cream to send ice cream trucks into the neighborhood for National Night Out on Tuesday, September 15th. Our goal is to raise $1,000 and make free treats available to our amazing neighbors!
If your business would like to be participate, please consider donating in any amount.
If your business would like to be participate, please consider donating in any amount.
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Thursday, June 25 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Hook and Ladder Theater and Lounge 3010 Minnehaha Ave |
The LBA is teaming up with the Hook and Ladder Theatre and Lounge to sponsor an event bringing local attorneys directly to the Longfellow neighborhood. Attorneys from MyHRCounsel, Maslon LLP, and Wagner, Falconer, and Judd Ltd., will be on hand to answer questions and provide free legal assistance to local businesses in the wake of Covid-19 and the recent George Floyd demonstrations. These attorneys are donating their time to help small businesses with issues including business interruption, property damage, insurance concerns, employment law questions, and more. All business owners in the area are welcome to stop in and consult with an attorney for free.
Please bring any key documents (insurance policy, lease, etc.) and remember that social distancing is a priority and wearing a mask inside businesses in Minneapolis is a requirement.
Please bring any key documents (insurance policy, lease, etc.) and remember that social distancing is a priority and wearing a mask inside businesses in Minneapolis is a requirement.
Additional Pro-Bono Legal Assistance
Fredrickson Byron Legal Help
Free Legal Clinic at the Midtown Global Market
Tuesdays – 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. & Thursdays – 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Please call 612-492-8078 and leave a message in English or Spanish to request legal assistance or email the team directly at legalhelp@fredrikson.com and you will receive a return call or email within 24 hours to conduct a full intake.
Maslon LLP Free Legal Assistance
Contact: Margo Brownell
Margo.Brownell@maslon.com
Phone: 612-672-8393 | Mobile: 612-916-9555
They will be providing free initial consultation and/or longer-term help for insurance claims on a pro bono basis, where appropriate.
LegalCORPS | 612-752-6687
LegalCORPS offers assistance from individual attorneys, law firms, and corporate attorneys. They will be pairing clients with individual attorneys that can assist with business law legal needs (including contract review, landlord/tenant issues, financing issues, bankruptcy matters).
Lind, Jensen, Sullivan & Peterson, P.A.
Contact: Rick Lind
Rick.lind@lindjensen.com
Phone: 612-333-3637 | Direct: 612-746-0136 | Mobile: 612-865-1159
They will be providing assistance with insurance claims.
Zeus Jones Walk-In Law Clinic Saturdays
Saturday, June 20 from 11am - 3pm
2429 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Spanish-speaking licensed attorneys available
Free Legal Clinic at the Midtown Global Market
Tuesdays – 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. & Thursdays – 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Please call 612-492-8078 and leave a message in English or Spanish to request legal assistance or email the team directly at legalhelp@fredrikson.com and you will receive a return call or email within 24 hours to conduct a full intake.
Maslon LLP Free Legal Assistance
Contact: Margo Brownell
Margo.Brownell@maslon.com
Phone: 612-672-8393 | Mobile: 612-916-9555
They will be providing free initial consultation and/or longer-term help for insurance claims on a pro bono basis, where appropriate.
LegalCORPS | 612-752-6687
LegalCORPS offers assistance from individual attorneys, law firms, and corporate attorneys. They will be pairing clients with individual attorneys that can assist with business law legal needs (including contract review, landlord/tenant issues, financing issues, bankruptcy matters).
Lind, Jensen, Sullivan & Peterson, P.A.
Contact: Rick Lind
Rick.lind@lindjensen.com
Phone: 612-333-3637 | Direct: 612-746-0136 | Mobile: 612-865-1159
They will be providing assistance with insurance claims.
Zeus Jones Walk-In Law Clinic Saturdays
Saturday, June 20 from 11am - 3pm
2429 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Spanish-speaking licensed attorneys available
Business Spotlight: The Garden of David M. Jacobs, P.A.
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Summer is in full bloom and we're happy to highlight the garden of LBA Member David M. Jacobs, P.A. He and his wife Margaret not only have a beautiful boulevard garden along Minnehaha Ave, but have also received certification to make this area a certified wildlife habitat. There are easy steps that you can take to certify your home or business as a wildlife habitat - learn more here. |
David M. Jacobs, P.A. has been doing business in Longfellow since 2001 (www.mrwill.com). You can find him and a handful of other independent attorneys in the Minnehaha Professional Building at 3960 Minnehaha Avenue. Whether hosting a bakery or a tavern, a dry goods store or a VFW post, the building has changed along with the community over time. Learn more about the history of this 100 year old building at www.minnehahaprofessionalbuilding.com.
Create a Will and Support Longfellow Businesses
Where There's a Will, There's an LBA
Thursday, April 30
Appointments on the Hour
Kennedy & Cain Law Offices
3400 E Lake St
Appointments on the Hour
Kennedy & Cain Law Offices
3400 E Lake St
Do you have a will, or does your will need updating? Let's make it official. Participate in our 2nd Annual fundraiser, Where There’s a Will, There’s an LBA.
On Thursday, April 30, Longfellow-based law firm Kennedy & Cain, will be offering appointments on the hour for you and your family to set up a simple will and health care directive. The cost is $500 and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the LBA. There is no extra charge for including a spouse or partner. Employees, friends and family are all welcome to participate. If you are interested, please contact Kim at kim@longfellowbusinessassociation.org to set up an appointment and get an estate planning packet. Virtual appointments are possible as well.
For over 25 years, the Longfellow Business Association has been working to ensure a vibrant business climate by monitoring issues that impact our local businesses, as well as providing advocacy, networking, resources and marketing. This is a great way to support local businesses during these challenging economic times.
On Thursday, April 30, Longfellow-based law firm Kennedy & Cain, will be offering appointments on the hour for you and your family to set up a simple will and health care directive. The cost is $500 and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the LBA. There is no extra charge for including a spouse or partner. Employees, friends and family are all welcome to participate. If you are interested, please contact Kim at kim@longfellowbusinessassociation.org to set up an appointment and get an estate planning packet. Virtual appointments are possible as well.
For over 25 years, the Longfellow Business Association has been working to ensure a vibrant business climate by monitoring issues that impact our local businesses, as well as providing advocacy, networking, resources and marketing. This is a great way to support local businesses during these challenging economic times.
COVID-19 RESOURCES & COMMUNITY SUPPORT
This is Longfellow.
Our Community. Our Neighborhood.
Our Business.
If you're a local business trying to figure out how to stay afloat during this time, we're here for you. Check out our Business Support page to find resources on loans, unemployment resources, technical assistance, and more.
If you live, work or play in Longfellow and want to show support for local businesses, please check out our Community Support page to find out which businesses are open, as well as information on how to order food and/or access their services.
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
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LV's Barbershop
At 27th and Lake Street, you’ll see a black awning that reads LV’s Barber Shop. What at first seems like a quiet storefront transforms into a bustling community hub the moment you step foot inside. The small shop is always full with customers sitting in classic swivel chairs while LV and his team of barbers swiftly cut and groom. The Barbería (Spanish for barbershop) is not just home to the best haircuts in the Twin Cities, but is also a destination for folks coming from as far away as Mankato, Rochester and Wisconsin. The owner, Lamberto Vergara, or simply LV, was born in Mexico, raised in Brooklyn, New York and relocated to Minneapolis in 2002. After getting his business degree, he enrolled at the Minnesota School of Barbering on East Lake Street. LV’s Barbershop opened in 2011 and has grown to be one of the most highly recognized barbershops around. The friendly and welcoming atmosphere extends beyond haircuts as LV creates a diverse space where all are welcome. |
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