University Park Neighborhoods

University Park Neighborhoods newsletters contain notes from recent meetings, updates on future goals, and links to upcoming events.

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At Winship Elementary, and elsewhere, slivers of native prairie bloom Gardens of indigenous plants are sprouting across Grand Forks.

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Oxbow Ride 2024!!! (25.6 miles paved and gravel) | 25.6 mi Cycling Route on Strava Oxbow Ride 2024!!! (25.6 miles paved and gravel) is a 25.6 mi Cycling Route. Discover this route and more at Strava. Visit today!

Join local neighbors every Sunday at 2pm (University Park, southeast corner) for a walk around the north-end neighborhoods.

🍪 UPN Neighborhoodly Act: Greet Your Neighbor with Fresh Cookies! 🍪

Let’s spread some joy and warmth on August 29th by baking and sharing fresh cookies with your neighbors! It’s a simple way to connect, make someone’s day, and strengthen our community bonds.

So, whip up your favorite recipe, knock on a neighbor’s door, and share the sweetness! 🍪❤️

🚗 UPN Neighborhoodly Act: Carpool to NDMOA Concerts in the Garden! 🎶

Get ready for a fun evening on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024, at 6 PM at the North Dakota Museum of Art (NDMOA) for the Concerts in the Garden series, featuring the amazing Jade Jackson!

Let’s make it a night to remember by carpooling with friends and neighbors. Enjoy great music, good company, and a little eco-friendly action all in one go!

Invite your friends, family, and neighbors—let’s share the ride and the joy of live music! 🎤🌿

Just a reminder of some parking rules. In Grand Forks, you are not allowed to park vehicles in your front yard unless you have a variance granted by the city council. The front yard is generally the portion of the yard that the front door faces, spanning from one property line to the other (for a full definition please read City Ordinance 18-0204). Additionally, parking is not allowed on the berm unless you have a variance from city council (the berm is the area of space between the curb and the sidewalk, according to common Grand Forks, ND vernacular).

We are so excited to announce that Larry BARKsy, who lives nearby University Park, won August's Celebrate the Neighborhood contest, under the theme "cutest pets" with a resounding 102 votes. Thanks again to this month's sponsors!

🌟 Join the UPN Walking Club Today! 🌟

Spend this beautiful Sunday afternoon with us! Meet at University Park at 2 PM and be part of the University Park Neighborhoods Walking Club. 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

As part of our Neighborly Acts of Service, this is the 7th event for August, designed to bring our community together through fun and active engagement. Whether you're a regular walker or just want a relaxed stroll, everyone’s welcome!

Bring your friends, family, and even your pets! Let’s enjoy the day and explore our wonderful neighborhood together.

See you at 2 PM at University Park! 🌳👟

University Park Neighborhoods — is this your kitty? It was seen on a porch near University Park at 6:16pm.

Great grant opportunity~~~

Check It Out | Chautauqua & Arts Festival If you were just thinking to yourself, “I’m ready to spend the weekend doing something really cool and interesting and unique and free. It would also be great if there was pig roast.& #8…

We have one more week left in our 2024 Fire Hydrant Contest period. If you are still thinking about painting a fire hydrant, reach out ASAP and we can get you set up with free supplies and assistance with the application process.

Remember that voting for the 2024 Fire Hydrant Contest will take place from September 5-20 right here on our page.

Need some inspiration for our fire hydrant painting contest? Check out these designs from last summer. We have over 10 fire hydrants approved for painting that need designs/painters, and UPN provides all the supplies. Submit your application, so we can get you started! 🎨🖌️

🎺 The voting period for AUGUST's Celebrate the Neighborhood "CUTEST PETS" contest is almost over! Voting closes August 25 at MIDNIGHT, when votes will be tallied up and winners will be contacted before we make an announcement here on our page.

To vote for your favorite photo, hit "like" 👍 on the picture with your favorite submission -- and the cutest pet or pets in our neighborhood! Share with your friends, so they can do the same. (But make sure they know to come back here to "like" the original picture itself, so we can make sure we count all the votes.)

🏆 Winners will receive prizes donated by the generous local businesses who sponsored the August contest: Archives Coffee House, Grand Forks Widmans, and Barktastic Bakery---plus, bragging rights in the neighborhood! 🏆

🌟 UPN August Act of Service Challenge 🌟

This weekend, let’s come together to celebrate the end of summer! Host an End-of-Summer Block Party or a Block-Wide Garage/Yard Sale on August 23rd and 24th! It’s the perfect way to connect with neighbors, share some summer fun, and make a positive impact in our community. Let’s end the season on a high note! 🎉🏡

Here in the University Park Neighborhoods we do go for walks! Every Sunday at 2pm meet us in the southeast corner of University Park (near the sign bed) to meet for a stroll through the neighborhoods. And if you see cars parked like these ones, remember to use the GF311 app.

Important housing survey for the community ! Take and share with your friends.

North Dakotans across the state are coming together to increase access to housing that is affordable. As we do this work, we'd like to hear your thoughts and ideas about housing in North Dakota. Take our survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7GFM38R

You can also access the survey and learn more about the ND Housing Initiative at housing.nd.gov

🌟 Join Us Today for the UPN Walking Club! 🌟

Looking for a way to enjoy this beautiful Sunday afternoon? Head over to University Park at 2 PM and join the University Park Neighborhoods Walking Club! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

This is part of our Neighborly Acts of Service initiative, service number 4 for August, aimed at bringing our community closer through fun and active engagement. Whether you’re a seasoned walker or just looking to take a leisurely stroll, everyone is welcome!

Bring your friends, family, and even your furry companions! Let’s make the most of this day together and explore our wonderful neighborhood.

See you at 2 PM at University Park! 🌳👟

Lake Agassiz PTO needs your help! We have had 3 long-term board members with kids who have aged out of Lake Agassiz. Every single position on our board is open.

PTO is run by parent volunteers, and without parent support, there will be no PTO.

Without a PTO there will be no fundraisers at the school anymore. Money from school fundraisers helps pay for field trips, supplies for field day, tie-dye shirts for the kindergarteners, 5th grade celebration cake, the cement slab for the basketball hoops, and so many other things.

We do have a fall fundraiser set up that was planned at the end of last year. We are in desperate need of help in the mornings before school to collect money and get students more coupon books if needed.

It would break our hearts to no longer have an active PTO but we cannot do it without volunteers. Over the last 4 years, not a single parent has joined and become an active member of the PTO.

And we're rolling (rolling), Rolling, yeah (rolling)....

Rolling on the River marathon, that is. Registration is still open for this fun event happening Saturday, August 17. Registration is available at https://gfinline.com. Sorry, the Ike & Tina R***e and Creedence Clearwater Revival won't be there, but it's still going to be awesome! (admit it, you started humming the song when you read the lyric) City of Grand Forks - Government East Grand Forks Parks & Recreation Grand Forks Herald City of East Grand Forks, MN Blue Zones Project Grand Forks Greater Grand Forks: Way Cooler Than You Think Live Well Grand Cities Grand Forks Police Department East Grand Forks Police Department

Exciting things are building in the neighborhood!

🎺 The voting period for AUGUST's Celebrate the Neighborhood "CUTEST PETS" contest has officially begun! 🎺

To vote for your favorite photo, hit "like" 👍 on the picture with your favorite submission -- and the cutest pet or pets in our neighborhood! Share with your friends, so they can do the same. (But make sure they know to come back here to "like" the original picture itself, so we can make sure we count all the votes.)

🏆 Winners will receive prizes donated by the generous local businesses who sponsored the August contest: Archives Coffee House, Grand Forks Widmans, and Barktastic Bakery---plus, bragging rights in the neighborhood! 🏆

Voting closes August 25 at MIDNIGHT, when votes will be tallied up and winners will be contacted before we make an announcement here on our page.

🥳DON'T FORGET🥳

Our first Open House in many years is just a few weeks away!!! Don't miss this opportunity to get to see how we take weather data and turn it into your forecast! 🌤️⛈️🌈

Saturday, September 28th, 2024 from 10 AM to 2 PM
4797 Technology Circle, Grand Forks, ND. 58201

There will be games, snacks, tours, and fun for the whole family! 😄