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Published on January 17, 2025
Free Rides to Minneapolis Community Connections Conference on February 8Source: City of Minneapolis

Heads up, Minneapolis residents—the chance to connect with your community, city leaders, and engage in local government is riding into town, and you can hop aboard for free. The Community Connections Conference, happening February 8, is rolling out complimentary bus and light rail rides to get attendees to and from the event, which runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Minneapolis Convention Center, as detailed by the City of Minneapolis. The pass, provided by Metro Transit, is part of a partnership to promote easier access to the conference.

Attendees can snag the transit pass by downloading it from the Metro Transit website. It's valid for free rides from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. on the day of the conference. The City of Minneapolis announced that in addition to the ease of travel, the conference, located on the first floor of Hall E, will feature more than a hundred exhibits from various public institutions and community groups, practical workshops, and community dialogues covering key topics.

For those interested in volunteering at the event, opportunities abound. According to the City’s bulletin, roles include spreading word about the conference, welcoming guests, guiding visitors to sessions, and helping keep lunch services running smoothly. They're also on the lookout for bilingual volunteers. Registration for the event is open, so you can sign up ahead of time online, or do it in person on the day of the conference.