Founders' Grove Neighborhood Association
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FGNA Calendar
Know when, what, and where to have fun.
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Friday, May 17th, 6 PM.
FGNA Social Gathering.
Host: Donny Bounds ("Donny B's Popcorn").
Location: 1306 E. Washington St.
Bring a dish to pass and your favorite beverage.
Don't forget your cash for the 50/50 drawing.
See the information on the separate wine tasting.
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Saturday, May 18th, 10 to 11 AM.
Annual Plant Exchange.
Swap garden plants with your neighbors.
You don’t need to bring plants to participate!
If you’re bringing plants: Because of bug problems, we ask bare root only - you can wrap roots in a plastic bag.
And please label your plants!
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Sunday, May 19th, 5:30 PM
Euchre Night
This event uses SignUp Genius. To be included, contact fgnabloomington@gmail.com
Location will be listed on SignUp Genius.
Limited to 16 people.
Bring a dish to pass and your favorite beverage.
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Monday, June 3rd.
Deadline to be listed on neighborhood sale map and use a yard sale sign. $4 fee. Email lollarmatt@hotmail.com your street address and up to 5 specific items or categories you’ll sell.
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Tuesday, June 4th, 7 PM.
Washington Street Book Club.
Book: “I Have some Questions for You” by Rebecca Makkai.
Host: Rochelle Gridley rochellegridley@gmail.com.
Location: 1219 E Washington St.
NOTE THE CHANGE ON WHEN THE BOOK CLUB MEETS.
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Thursday, June 6th, 7 PM.
FGNA Annual Meeting.
Speaker: Ian Ward, FGNA resident and Rivian Documentarian, will speak about the company.
COME EARLY: 6:30-7 p.m. Rivian vehicles available for viewing in the parking lot.
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Friday & Saturday, June 7-8, 8 AM to ?? PM.
Neighborhood Garage Sales.
Keep an eye out for info in the next newsletter and on the FGNA Facebook Page about how to get a sign and get on the map for a nominal fee!
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Saturday, June 15th,
Summer Solstice & Pizza Oven Block Party (family-friendly)
Come hang with neighbors and enjoy wood-fired pizza! Dough, sauce and toppings provided. Consider making a donation at the event.
We’re planning to block off a street like we did last year. Specifics coming soon!
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Wednesday, June 19th, 6:30 PM.
Music Guild.
Location: 1219 E Jefferson St.
Host: Michelle King.
Theme: To Be Decided
Typically meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.
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Thursday, June 20th, 7 PM.
Mystery Book Club.
Book: “Evergreen” by Naomi Hirahara.
Host: Jen Johnson \ jensincjohnson@gmail.com.
Location: 1413 E Grove St.
Usually meets every 3rd Thursday of the month.
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Thursday, July 4th, 9 AM
Annual 4th of July Parade & Potluck Brunch
Decorate your bikes, wagons, strollers, scooters, etc. to join the parade — or line the streets to watch the patriotic display. Then bring a dish to share at an outdoor brunch after.
Meet at corner of Grove & Woodland for the parade, which travels west to Harwood, south to Taylor, east to Vale, north to Grove. Followed by potluck brunch in Mike & Nancy Schulz’s backyard, 1322 E. Grove.
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Friday, July 12th, 6 PM to ?
Monthly Social plus Mini Trivia Night.
Host: Marialys McClellan.
Location: 1410 E. Grove St.
Bring a dish to pass and your favorite beverage.
Don't forget your cash for the 50/50 drawing.
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Wine Tasting at May Social.
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Reserve a spot in advance for special event during the Social: A wine tasting. The wine tasting will begin at 6:30, and will be hosted by Tracy from PRP Wine International, www.prpwine.com.
This is reserved for the first 18 people to sign up by email: fgnabloomington@gmail.com. Suggested donation is $10 to hold a spot and must be paid in advance. Once your spot is confirmed, you will be notified. Payments will be accepted by PayPal, Venmo or check.
