Faces of Open Streets MPLS on Franklin Ave.

Youth street soccer, organized by Coach Ahmed of the West Bank Athletic Club.
Youth street soccer, organized by Coach Ahmed of the West Bank Athletic Club.

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PG rated beer bong at Tracy's Saloon.

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Melodic tunes at Precision Grind.
Melodic tunes at Precision Grind.

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The University of Minnesota's Ethiopian Student Association dancers.
The University of Minnesota’s Ethiopian Student Association dancers.

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Youth dancers from the Somali Museum.
Youth dancers from the Somali Museum.

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Volunteers (even a little tiny one!)
Volunteers (even a little tiny one!)

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Soberfish was bouncin' with their Vikings themed bouncy house.
Soberfish was bouncin’ with their Vikings themed bouncy house.

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Face painting at Articulture.
Face painting at Articulture.

By Deborah Ervin

Deb holds an M.A. in Arts and Cultural Management from Saint Mary’s University, and a B.A. from the University of Minnesota where she majored in theater. Based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Deb has 12 years of experience working in the nonprofit arts sector, working with Twin Cities cultural gems such as The Cedar Cultural Center, the Midtown Global Market, In the Heart of the Beast Puppetry and Mask Theatre, and more. She’s primarily drawn towards work that involves relationship building, such as communications and fundraising. Deb also has two decades of experience as an events manager for live music, theater, and dance. Her work as a stage manager has brought her into intimate collaborations with diverse communities, artists from around the globe, and projects ranging from river boat ballets to burlesque holiday shows.