Greening Committee Projects in Full Bloom…
Continuing to Beautify and Protect Our Neighborhoods
Summer is a wonderful time to get involved and see what a difference the FRNNG Greening Committee is making in our community. Volunteers are doing great work on the Minnehaha Creek Buckthorn Removal project and the 2nd Avenue Soundwall Gardens. These will continue throughout the summer and fall. There’s always more work to do! Thanks to all our volunteers. Consider pitching in, whether one time or many. It’s good to get your hands dirty and connect with neighbors.
Join Us Outside and Lend a Hand
Please Donate to the
FRNNG Relief Program
The Field, Regina, Northrop Neighborhood (FRNNG) Group launched a new Relief Program to help neighbors in need. So far, we have awarded $15K in direct relief. We hope to continue raising funds to help during this time of great need and well into the future.
100% of funds from this fundraiser will go towards emergency relief (housing assistance, food, transportation, medical bills, etc).
Our community has really shown up for each other over these last few months, and we hope to keep the momentum going with your support.
Please give generously… we greatly appreciate it!
What’s Happening around Field Regina Northrop?
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Resources for Navigating ICE Activity
In keeping with our mission to strengthen our community, foster good personal relations, and promote an informed citizen, this page gathers trusted resources to help residents stay informed and supported.
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Join the Board
Donate your time and talents to our community and serve on the board! You’ll spend 4-6 hours per month, attend meetings on the third Wednesday of the month, work to steer and plan events and programs and weigh in on city infrastructure, planning and other projects.
Members of historically underrepresented communities are especially encouraged to run. Learn more below!
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Minnehaha Creek Restoration Project — Volunteers Needed!
The FRNNG Greening Committee is looking for volunteers for our Creek Restoration Project to remove invasive buckthorn along Minnehaha Creek. We provide training and hand tools to control buckthorn.
There are plenty of chances to get involved... the committee will work on buckthorn removal twice monthly between May to November 2026. -

Nominate a community member for a FRNNG Neighbor Spotlight!
Whether through volunteering, supporting others, beautifying our blocks, or simply showing up with generosity, we want to spotlight the great people in our community. Nominations may be featured in FRNNG newsletters, social media, or community events.
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Neighborhood Loan Programs
FRNNG offers a couple loan options through local nonprofit, CEE. From emergency repairs to installing solar panels, neighborhood loans can help make it possible with low monthly payments, flexible terms and support.
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Next FRNNG Board Meeting
The Board meets on Wed., June 17 at 6:30 p.m. at McRae Rec Center for the monthly Board meeting. Community members are welcome and encouraged to join the meeting, ask questions, bring ideas and get involved with the neighborhood.
Find more about participating in a meeting, approved meeting minutes, bylaws and financials at frnng.org/about-us.
Volunteer with FRNNG
Get involved with your neighborhood by volunteering with buckthorn removal, our Greening or Communications Committees, on our Board of Directors, with events and more.
Read recent and past issues of our Close to Home newsletter on our Archive page below.
Sign up for our neighborhood e-News, Closer to Home. Share content suggestions (free events, new businesses opening, etc.) with us at frnng@frnng.org.
Support FRNNG with a donation and help the neighborhood make a local impact through community-building events, newsletters and communications and advocacy.

