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10/08/2026

Taiwan Performance: Light of Life

10/08/2026

Students need more than academics—they need to feel heard and supported. 💜

Schools can create safe spaces through one-on-one conversations, counseling, and personalized support. Schools should make efforts to implement this kind of student care. Sometimes, simply listening can make a difference.

Seek Support? Call: 988 Or visit https://988lifeline.org/ & nami.org
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10/08/2026

Every action counts. Use less energy. Walk or bike when you can. Reduce waste. Reuse what you have. Plant something. Choose cleaner energy when possible.
Don’t wait for someone else to make a difference. Start today. Take one small action, then another. Together, our everyday choices can help protect the planet and our future.

What will you do today to help?

To learn more about climate change visit: https://science.nasa.gov/climate-change/

10/07/2026

People Of Color Career Fair® * Attendee Registration (FREE)

WHEN: Tuesday, October 13th, 2026 at 10:00AM - 3:00PM

WHERE: Minneapolis Convention Center, The Ballroom

10/06/2026

See the Signs. Speak Up. Protect Kids.
Preventing gun violence starts with paying attention and taking concerns seriously.
If you notice warning signs that someone may be at risk of harming themselves or others, don’t ignore them. Speak up and report concerning behavior to a trusted adult, school official, community leader, or the appropriate authorities.
🔹 Recognize the signs.
🔹 Trust your concerns.
🔹 Report threats or suspicious behavior.
🔹 Help connect people to support before a tragedy happens.

See something concerning? Say something. Learn more at: https://www.bradyunited.org/

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10/06/2026

Hosted by Chinese American Culture and Friendship, the Light of Chinese Culture Performance Series: Chinese Melodies – Spirit of the Horse celebrated Chinese culture through music, dance, and traditional arts. The production featured singers, musicians, a choir, traditional dance performances, and a Chinese costume fashion show, bringing community members together through cultural performances and entertainment.

10/02/2026

City of 10,000 Flavors, A Culinary Competition in MINNEAPOLIS for $10,000 prizes!!!! Registration is open through October 15, 2026. https://www.kelber.com/culinary-competition-minneapolis-december-2026/

Calling all chefs, cooks, and kitchen legends! Minneapolis is getting a new citywide culinary competition celebrating the incredible diversity, creativity, and flavors found across our city.

Kelber Catering is launching the inaugural City of 10,000 Flavors, A Culinary Competition, and professional chefs and home cooks from across Minneapolis are invited to participate.

Competitors must be 18 or older.

Two Divisions
Professional Division – Open to current or former professional chefs and cooks. Competitors can submit a signature entrée featuring beef, chicken, vegetarian, or vegan options suitable for large-scale service.

Home Cook Division – No professional experience required! This division celebrates the home cooks behind beloved family recipes, cultural dishes, neighborhood favorites, and those meals everyone keeps asking you to make again.

$10,000 in Prizes
There is more than bragging rights on the line. Winners in each division will receive a $5,000 cash prize, and their winning dishes will be featured on Kelber Catering's 2027 menu.

The event will also include a $5,000 ProStart scholarship supporting the next generation of culinary professionals.

Come Taste the City
Thursday, December 10, 2026
4:00–7:00 p.m.
Minneapolis Convention Center, Room 101

The event is free and open to the public, with $1 tasting tickets available to sample dishes from competitors. Complimentary attendee registration is also available through Eventbrite.

10/02/2026

FREE - 2026 Hennepin County Small Business Networking Event

WHEN: Wednesday, October 28 • 10 AM - 2 PM

WHERE: 1256 N Penn Ave., Minneapolis, MN - please register here - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-hennepin-county-small-business-networking-event-tickets-1998959660154?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join Us for the 2026 Hennepin County Small Business Networking Event!

This October 28, come learn how to do business with Hennepin County and partnering agencies. Meet local entrepreneurs and grow your network at the 2026 Hennepin County Small Business Networking Event!

Hennepin County is hosting this networking event to connect small businesses with Hennepin County’s small business programs, procurement staff, departmental representatives, partner agencies, and local support resources.

Don’t miss out on making new connections right here in Hennepin County!

10/01/2026

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2026 October Asian Media Access E-Newsletter

2026 October Asian Media Access E-Newsletter

10/01/2026

Is more time on social media always bad for our mental health?Maybe it’s not just about how much time we spend online, but what we experience while we’re there. Social media can connect us, inspire us, and help us feel less alone—but it can also affect how we feel about ourselves. What does social media mean for our mental well-being, especially for young people?

👉 Read the full article and learn more:
https://www.behavioralhealthequityproject.org/2026/10/01/social-media-and-youth-mental-health/