Events
LBA events bring our business owners, neighbors, and partners together to connect, collaborate, and celebrate all that makes Longfellow thrive. From casual meetups and hands-on workshops to seasonal festivals and community forums, there’s always something happening.
Whether you're here to learn, network, or just have fun, we’d love to see you at our next event.
Date: Tuesday, January 27
Time: 4pm - 7pm
Join us for our January LBA Happy Hour on Tuesday, 1/27 from 4–6pm.
This month’s gathering is a space to connect honestly with other local business owners about what we’re feeling, what we’re seeing, and what we need right now. Many businesses in our community are navigating increased stress, lower foot traffic, staffing challenges, and the emotional weight of what’s happening around us. You’re not alone in that.
Let’s come together to talk about how we can support one another, what our businesses need from the community, and how we can keep showing up for the neighborhood in meaningful ways.
We’ll also be raffling off a $40 gift card to The Bungalow Club, so be sure to throw your name in when you arrive.
Tuesday, January 27
4–6pm
The Howe Bar & Grill
Come as you are. Stay for the conversation. Leave feeling a little more connected.
Date: Thursday, 2/26
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Join us Thursday, February 26 at the Legacy Building for a practical workshop designed to help small business owners understand Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical Leave before confusion sets in. We’ll cover what other states learned the hard way, what actually shows up on payroll, how to talk with employees confidently, and how to prepare without creating extra work or stress. This session is about clarity, not compliance panic, and making sure you feel informed, supported, and ready as these changes roll out.elated to unhoused neighbors, recent ICE activity and guidance, and space for additional questions from attendees. This is an opportunity to hear directly from City leadership, share what you’re seeing on the ground, and be part of a constructive, solutions-focused conversation.