Minneapolis Parks

No Smoking in Minneapolis Parks
Posted by Erik Bergs on Monday, May 19, 2014 at 12:00 AM By Erik Bergs / May 19, 2014 Comment

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A moratorium of a different nature is on its way to the city of lakes; this time it's the Minneapolis Park and Recreation board behind the regulations. For the past four years smokers have been restricted from lighting up within 100 feet of park buildings, pools, playgrounds and beaches; but this year the entire system of parks might be declared smoke and e-smoke free. Park Commissioner (At Large) John Erwin and Commissioner Jon Olson (District 2, North Minneapolis) proposed the total ban for the 6,744 acres of city parkland....

Music in Minneapolis Parks for the 2014 Summer
Posted by Angie Newgren on Monday, April 21, 2014 at 12:00 AM By Angie Newgren / April 21, 2014 Comment
Music in Minneapolis Parks for the 2014 Summer Every summer the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board organizes free concerts at different parks placed throughout Minneapolis. Starting Memorial Day week and ending Labor Day week, Twin City music lovers get the opportunity to relax and enjoy a variety of music at these shows. The venues and times are: Lake Harriet Bandshell on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays concerts will be held at 7:30 pm. Also Sundays at 2 pm and 7 pm. Nicollet Island...