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Celebrating the incredible graduates of the NextGen & The Future is Feminine (TFIF) cohorts 🎓✨On March 31st at Smartnort...
04/06/2026

Celebrating the incredible graduates of the NextGen & The Future is Feminine (TFIF) cohorts 🎓✨

On March 31st at Smartnorth, these talented individuals successfully completed their programs in Digital Marketing, Data Analytics, and Cybersecurity — stepping boldly into the future of tech.

This milestone is more than just a graduation, it’s a launchpad. We’re proud to witness the growth, resilience, and brilliance of every graduate as they take on new opportunities and shape the digital world.

The future is skilled. The future is innovative. And yes the future is feminine 💻⚡️

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🎶✨ Ready to turn your love for music into real skills?Join our BandLab Bootcamp and learn music production from start to...
03/26/2026

🎶✨ Ready to turn your love for music into real skills?

Join our BandLab Bootcamp and learn music production from start to finish — from creating your first beat to performing your own sound 🎧🔥 Whether you’re just starting or already experimenting, this is your space to grow, collaborate, and create.

💡 Learn. Create. Perform.🤝 Connect with other creatives💸 Get paid $100 upon completion

Spots are limited — don’t miss out! Tap the link in the bio /QR to sign up 🎤

From parts to power. 🔧💻During our PC Build Discovery Camp, these incredible young minds learned how computers really wor...
03/12/2026

From parts to power. 🔧💻

During our PC Build Discovery Camp, these incredible young minds learned how computers really work by building one from scratch.

They explored the inside of a machine, connected every component, and brought their own PC to life. What started as a table full of parts became a fully functioning computer built with curiosity, teamwork, and determination.

Programs like this remind us that the future of tech is already here and it’s being built by the next generation.

We’re proud of every student who showed up ready to learn, try, and build something amazing.

🚀 Future in tech? This is your sign.Smart North’s NEXTGEN Career Pathways Program is back with a 15-Week GIS Certificati...
02/09/2026

🚀 Future in tech? This is your sign.

Smart North’s NEXTGEN Career Pathways Program is back with a 15-Week GIS Certification Program designed for youth ages 16–25 — and you don’t need a degree to get started.

🗺️ Earn an industry-recognized GIS certification
💼 Gain workforce skills + hands-on training
🎓 Learn alongside the University of Minnesota
💰 Paid training + mentorship ($500 upon completion + support services)

This is more than a class — it’s a pathway into real tech careers.

📍Spots are limited. Scan the QR code & apply today!
📅 Program starts March 10, 2026

🚀 BUILD YOUR OWN PC?! Yes, for real.Smart North Discovery Camp is giving young creators the chance to learn how computer...
02/05/2026

🚀 BUILD YOUR OWN PC?! Yes, for real.

Smart North Discovery Camp is giving young creators the chance to learn how computers actually work by building one from scratch 🖥️✨

This hands-on camp is perfect for beginners who are curious about tech, gaming, or IT and want real skills (not just watching videos).

💡 Learn computer hardware
🔧 Work with real parts
🎯 Explore future tech careers
💵 + Get $100 upon completion

If you know a teen or young adult who loves tech (or just needs a spark), this is it.

📍 Minneapolis tech hub- Sabathani community center suite 311
🗓 Starts Feb 23
⏰ 5–7 PM Mondays & Wednesdays
👥 Ages 12–25

Register using the QR code on the flyer!





Meet Petra King! 👋📍 Role: Tech Hub, Program & Fundraising Manager in South Minneapolis❤️ Passion: Building a space where...
02/05/2026

Meet Petra King! 👋

📍 Role: Tech Hub, Program & Fundraising Manager in South Minneapolis

❤️ Passion: Building a space where everyone in our community feels welcomed, seen, supported, and empowered.

She leads with heart because helping our community thrive is what drives her.

When she’s not at the Hub, you can find her cooking, exploring nature, trying a new local restaurant, or cheering on the Timberwolves! 🏀

⚡Tech Superpower:Building the foundation! Petra ensures our space is stocked, our equipment is running, and our community has what it needs to learn and create.She listens to their needs, connects them with the right tech and resources, and master tools from 3D printing to Canva to support her team and our participants-all so their own tech magic can happen and they can shine. ✨

Meet Shamim Yarrow -Tech Hub Coordinator! ✨Shamim is the spark that keeps our space buzzing 🌟 Whether she’s capturing co...
02/03/2026

Meet Shamim Yarrow -Tech Hub Coordinator! ✨

Shamim is the spark that keeps our space buzzing 🌟 Whether she’s capturing content, hyping up cool ideas, or making everyone feel right at home, she knows how to make tech fun, human, and inclusive. Creativity? Always on point. 💡

Tech Superpower: Content creation ⚡

🎨 Meet Connor Rice, our Tech Hub Youth Coordinator!Connor is an artist from Southside Minneapolis with a deep passion fo...
02/02/2026

🎨 Meet Connor Rice, our Tech Hub Youth Coordinator!

Connor is an artist from Southside Minneapolis with a deep passion for social justice and community empowerment. He loves helping young people explore their creativity, build confidence, and see what’s possible for their future. Through his work, he’s dedicated to uplifting youth and pouring back into the community that shaped him.

💻 Tech Superpower: Adobe Creative Suite & creative tools that turn ideas into impact.

We’re proud to have leaders who blend art, tech, and purpose to inspire the next generation.

📸 Meet the Team: CJSay hello to CJ — the creative energy behind the lens and the soundboard 🎧📷Jamaican-born and a proud ...
01/30/2026

📸 Meet the Team: CJ

Say hello to CJ — the creative energy behind the lens and the soundboard 🎧📷

Jamaican-born and a proud Leo ♌, CJ brings passion into everything he does.

Fun fact: he shares the same birthday as Connor! When he’s not at the tech hub, you’ll probably find him working out, going on long runs, trying amazing food, or making music.

At Smart North, CJ is our Audio Recording Specialist, capturing moments and sound with creativity and precision. He doesn’t just document the work he helps bring it to life.

We’re lucky to have his talent and vibe on the team!

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Our hearts are heavy as we acknowledge what has happened to Renee Nicole Good and what’s happening in South Minneapolis....
01/08/2026

Our hearts are heavy as we acknowledge what has happened to Renee Nicole Good and what’s happening in South Minneapolis. 🤍

At Smart North, we are committed to being a safe, welcoming space for our community. We will not stand by while harm is done to our neighbors and loved ones.

To our youth ages 12–25: if you need a safe place or a meal, we are here for you at our Smart North Community Tech Hub, located inside Sabathani Community Center, Monday–Friday, 3–8 PM.

We are here. We care. We stand with our community..

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