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Martin Luther King Day

Sunday, January 20, 2013

What's Open and Closed on Martin Luther King Day in Minneapolis?

America commemorates the civil rights leader on Jan. 21.

City Services City offices will be closed, but fire and police services will continue to operate normally. The holiday will not impact trash or recycling pickup, but the Downtown Solid Waste customer service office and information line will be closed, along with and the South Transfer Station. Parking Meters City meters will not be enforced on Jan. 21, but Park Board and University of Minnesota meters will be enforced. Museums The Bakken Museum is always closed Sundays and Mondays. The Museum of Russian Art is open normal hours on Monday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parks City parks do not have special Martin Luther King Day hours. However, many events in honor of Dr. King will be held, including a food drive and celebration at Kingfield's …

Friday, January 18, 2013

Looking For Family Fun This MLK Weekend?

We've picked out 7 events and places for you to consider—and we want your tips, too!

Friday, January 14, 2011

Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend Preview

With a long holiday weekend ahead, take advantage of all the events happening in Southwest Minneapolis.

Free Family Movie Night Meander over to the MLK Park Recreation Center on Friday, Jan. 14 for a free viewing of Diary of a Wimpy Kid (rated PG) with complimentary popcorn. Doors open at 6 p.m. for everyone to socialize and get situated, seating will be provided. The movie will begin at 6:30 p.m and will end at approximately 8:04 p.m. Children should not attend without an adult. If you head over to the movie, consider taking a non-perishable food item to support the Minneapolis Park and Recreation community food drive Feeding the Dream. This charity event returned for a second year because, “we thought it was a great community service project,” said Arik Rudolph, a Minneapolis Parks Event Coordinator. “And it’s also kind of a thank you to …

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