Hawthorne News
In this issue:
April Events
HNC Updates
Community Events- Big Brother Big Sister
Earth Day
Hawthorne Honorees
Hawthorne Spotlight- David Beckford, Dynasty Television LLC
Hawthorne Worship Centers
Stay Connected
Volume 1 Issue 2 April 2026
Hawthorne Neighborhood Council
Earth Day is an annual event on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection.
April Events
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Stress
National Minority Health
National Pet
National Garden
Donate Life
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Meeting held via Zoom.
Email dhawkins@hncmpls.org for link
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Friday,
April 3rd
11:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Via Zoom
Topic: Sensory health research at the University of Minnesota.
Presentation by: Andrew J. Oxenham, PhD, Department of Psychology, U of M and Gordon Legge, cofounder of CATSS.
MPD & Hue-MAN update included.
Email: dhawkins@hncmpls.org for the link.
The Northside Urban Coalition project will address:
HNC Updates
Hello Hawthorne residents and businesses, if you have news to share or need more detail on the bullet points below, we can be reached at 612-529-6033 or email dhawkins@hncmpls.org for more information.
We have resumed collecting used eye glasses for the Lions Club.
HNC Community Day is May 2nd.
Join us for Kairos Clubhouse™ it is alive, two-way interactive show created for all ages and abilities.
Don’t forget to inquire about joining the Resident Coalition.
Please continue to use our communication platforms. The Hawthorne Huddle and Northside Urban Coalition.
On Friday, April 17, 2026, at The Depot Minneapolis, join us to experience Framing the Future, a celebration of the relationships, moments, and stories that shape the trajectory of a young person’s life. This year’s theme reflects how mentorship brings youth potential into focus, creating impact that extends beyond today and across generations.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities’ annual fundraising gala, brings together donors, community leaders, partners, mentors, littles, and families in support of youth mentorship across the Twin Cities.
Through youth voices, mentor stories, and shared community, Big Night 2026 highlights the long-term power of connection and consistency, and how, together, we are framing a future where Twin Cities youth can thrive.
A message from CEO Pat Sukhum!
I’ve got countless stories with Derrick, the Little Brother I was matched with 27 years ago. Shooting hoops and baking cookies. He took his drivers test in my car, and used that car for his prom. We won Big & Little of the year. He wrote a rap about us.
At my wedding he was the best man. We even modeled together in a Land’s End catalog. Am I gloating at this point? Yeah, maybe. Through ups and downs, it’s hard not to be proud of a relationship like ours. All these stories are the heartbeat of Big Brothers Big Sisters. And we have millions of them. And those stories build to a collective impact. We have the data to prove it.
This Earth Day,
people of all backgrounds and generations are called to stand shoulder to shoulder in defense of the only home we share.
Join us on Saturday, April 18, Earth Day on April 22, and throughout 2026 to lift your voice, take action, and show your love for Planet Earth.
When we stand together, our planet has a future.
Earthday.org
Hawthorne Huddle Honorees and community honors.
The Hawthorne Huddle, Youth Coordinating Board and Hue-MAN Partnership honors individuals and organizations for their work on the Northside and throughout Minneapolis.
If you would like to nominate someone or organization please contact us.
Most don’t get recognize for the little things that matter.
Spotlight on
David Beckford
Dynasty Television LLC
David has been a long time supporter of the Hawthorne Neighborhood Council. He continues to report our Minneapolis news all over.
Did you know that Dynasty Television is a St. Louis based media production company and collective of media and marketing partners working together to produce original programming airing in local and national markets. Our national thumbprint includes the Urban Broadcast Association of America an conglomerate over 100 media affiliates.
As founder of a marketing firm in the entertainment industry, it’s a no-brainer that David enjoys music, song, and creative content.
He also leverages the wide-reaching power of these entertainment mediums as an integral part of his marketing, sharing values and lending voices to millions of viewers and listeners across the country every day.
Dynasty Television is truly the new face in "Culture-tainment" as we break color barriers with a swinging pendulum approach for internet viewers. The ideal post to best reach their audience is a short, engaging, and under 30 seconds.
https://www.lately.ai › blog › connecting-through-value.
Hawthorne Neighborhood Worship Centers
Iglesia Pentecostes Alfa y Omega
2226 Lyndale Ave North
Berean Missionary Baptist Church
704 30th Ave North
New Salem Baptist Church
2507 Bryant Ave North
Tawfiq Islamic Center
2900 Lyndale Ave North
Great Is Thy Faith
1115 30th Ave North
Hawthorne Neighborhood Council
2944 Emerson Ave N.
Minneapolis, MN 55411
612-529-6033
Mission Statement: The Hawthorne Neighborhood Council seeks to improve the quality of life in the Hawthorne neighborhood through empowering the residents in order that they can address the physical, cultural, social and economic needs of the community.
“Our Community Is Our Business”