Featuring Arepa Culture Truck, serving grilled Venezuela-style arepas.

NPNA is once again welcoming back local entertainment – come hear the local band Spiral Cut featuring

Jon Newlin: fiddle/guitar
Terry Burtyk: banjo/guitar/fiddle
Bobb Head: fiddle/guitar/banjo
Dane Summers: dance
Andrew Berger-Gross: mandolin/guitar/banjo

Tips are also appreciated – Virtual Tip Jar (Venmo and Paypal) will be available at the event.

Can’t make it this month? Mark your calendar for our finale food truck event on 10/28

Arepa Culture:  Check out their most popular, La Tica ( Sauteed chicken with carmelized onions/bell peppers topped with provo-mozz) or try a Vegan El Beyond (Beyond Meat Crumble, Organic Greens & more toppings). Menu at http://www.arepaculturenc.com/foodtruckmenu – includes Gluten-free + Vegan Options!

Note from Arepa:  “We can happily accommodate a variety of dietary restrictions/preferences with our allergy-friendly menu items.”

Pre-Order: Order window starts day of event on 23 September, 8:00am – 7:30pm
https://arepa-culture-online-ordering.square.site/s/order
Onsite/Walk-up: Accept cash and cards

IMPORTANT/SOCIAL DISTANCING INFO:
Arepa & Dusty Donuts staff prepare/serve all food with PPE (face coverings, gloves) and are using COVID-19 approved cleaning supplies to keep high-touch areas clean. Debit/Credit Card readers/keypads will be sanitized after usage with these products. Also, hand sanitizer will be available for customers at the order windows.

NPNA is proud to organize a family-friendly event such as food truck pop-up but please keep social distancing and face-covering in mind so everyone, especially young children who are not able to be vaccinated, and immunocompromised individuals can feel safe and enjoy this outdoor neighborhood event.

We would like to ask all attendees to please:

• Wear a face covering when arriving/present at the park to order & pickup (all participants/attendees, of whatever immunity status)
• Maintain 6 ft distance from others when participating and avoid grouping close to the truck
• Supervise children at all times
• Save time being in line with pre-ordering online when available
• Minimize the number of persons doing the pick-up to keep event headcount low
• Pets must be leashed at all times if brought to pick-up/walk-up orders. They must stay 6ft socially distant too!

NPNA reminds all that participation in any NPNA events or activities are at the attendee’s own risk.

Please join us for a volunteer opportunity to explore and catalog Durham’s beautiful nature!

No experience necessary! Simply take a photo of plant or animal life during the week of September 24th through October 3rd and upload it to the iNaturalist app – it’s that easy!

iNaturalist training sessions will be offered, and you can participate on your own or in small organized groups anywhere in Durham. In addition, we will be hosting organized walks in ECWA preserves and Durham parks within Ellerbe Creek Watershed!

More information here

For those who’ve joined us for our previous no-contact cookouts, your continued kindness reaches folks far and wide – from the hope Feed Durham NC brings to people who are struggling when we show up with hot meals and groceries to the stories we share with our loved ones about how Feed Durham has transformed our lives as stewards.

With the money Feed Durham NC has raised since April 2020, we’ve hosted 9 no-contact cookouts plus our 2020 Thanksgiving Grocery Bag giveaway for 250 households. We’ve fed close to 48,000 people, between the 15,000 meals we’ve prepared and the 33,000 pounds of produce/chicken we’ve donated to neighbors in need. We’re averaging $2.70/meal, but unlike fast food (aka filler food), these are hardy, tasty, nutrient-dense meals that strengthen our immune systems and keep us feeling full for longer. Every dollar raised goes towards food supplies, equipment, and stipends for out-of-work volunteers.

As we enter the winter months, and a flu season in which COVID promises to be as dangerous and unsettling as last year’s, the need to support our most vulnerable neighbors will be even greater.

Please support Feed Durham NC by volunteering (virtually or in-person), amplifying our posts, and donating. If you’ve already donated, please help Feed Durham raise $200 from your friends/family/colleagues. Any help you offer allows us to focus more deeply on eradicating the root causes of food scarcity in the Durham area, making our communities and schools safer.

Thank you,
Cy
Steward
Feed Durham NC

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For those who are able…..the Northgate Park clean up coming up on Saturday the 11th……we will again be asking those who wish to participate to please do so as a family, couple or individually (not in a group) out of respect for the current COVID surge.

We are asking those who want to do so to do the following

In preparation
-wear protective clothing and gloves
-protect yourselves against insects like mosquitoes and ticks
-be wary of poison Ivy

On that day or any day before then may do any of the following
-pick up trash and liter and dispose of it in any of the trash bins located around the park
-pick up recyclables (clean) and place them in the blue recycle containers in the center of the park
-pick up and place large twigs/branches and limbs that have fallen out by the periphery of the park near the curb where the City can pick up the following week
-place the ‘yard waste’ items in piles: one on Club, one on Acadia (across from the church), one on Lavender and if needed one mid block on Glendale

I will inform the City the location on the following Monday of pick up

At this time, there will NOT be a leader coordinating clean ups. You are invited to participate on whatever schedule you find convenient next week starting Monday the 6th and ending on the 12th (Sunday) for fallen tree branches. Otherwise, you are always welcomed to pick up trash and recyclables at the park ANYTIME you visit it.

If you do any of the above during this timeframe, if you would, send me an email with what you did and those who were with you, so we can include it in the quarterly report of park clean ups.

You are appreciated!

Mike Shiflett

ps-there are two reasons we remove fallen tree branches/limbs from the general park area.

-they can create a hazard/damage to City mowers
-they can be hiding places for snakes which given that the park is visited by children is the greater hazard

Increasing urbanization, habitat loss, climate change, invasive species, water pollution, and other factors threaten the function and viability of ecosystems across North Carolina. Improving residents’ understanding of their natural environment is critical to its protection and enhancement.

North Carolina Cooperative Extension, in conjunction with other government agencies and universities, presents a 14-week, online webinar series open to anyone interested in learning about the biodiversity, ecosystems, and conservation efforts in North Carolina.

To learn more about the Program, including speaker schedule, topics, and how to register, click here . If you have questions or need accommodations, please email Sam Marshall (wsmarsh2@ncsu.edu) or Matt Jones (jmjone24@ncsu.edu). Registration fee for this program is $30.

Northgate Park Food Truck Pop-Up & Music
Thursday August 26, 5:00-8:00 pm, Parking lot by the Tennis Court (300 W. Club Blvd, Durham)

NPNA is welcoming back local entertainment to join Food Trucks Chirba Chirba and Locopops !

Old-time tunes, songs, and dance will be offered by the local band Half Hog: Amy Davis, Bobb Head, Dane Summers, Jon Newlin, and Terry Burtyk. They’ll be playing tunes from Jon & Amy’s new CD “Trouble in Mind” (with Virginia fiddler, Bob Herring), and other favorites. If you like the music you can take a CD home with you! Tips are also appreciated! Virtual Tip Jar (Venmo and Paypal) will be available at the event.

Chirba Chirba: Chinese Dumplings is coming back to Northgate Park to serve dinner. As for dessert, LocoPops is returning for one more visit for the season.

Mark your calendar for the last 2 food truck events on 9/23, and 10/28.

Chirba Chirba: Chinese Dumplings – Dumplings (Jiaozi), Juicy buns, Chicken Minis, Veggies dumplings, and seasonal specials. Sides include rice, noodles, veggies

Menu (https://www.chirbachirba.com/menu/) includes Vegetarian and Vegan Options.

Pre-Order: Order window starting: A 5 day ‘s pre-order window span starts Sun Aug 22 run through Thu Aug 26 https://streetfoodfinder.com/order/105614

Onsite/Walk-up: Accept cash and cards

LocoPops: Seasonal flavors: Mighty Mojito, Raspberry Hibiscus, Strawberry Lemonade,  Cookies and Cream, Mexican chocolate and more – options include vegan/vegetarian, non-dairy and allergen-free varieties.

No Pre-Order. Onsite/Walk-up: Accept cash and cards

IMPORTANT/SOCIAL DISTANCING INFO:
Chirba Chirba & LocoPops staff prepare/serve all food with PPE (face coverings, gloves) and are using COVID-19 approved cleaning supplies to keep high-touch areas clean. Debit/Credit Card readers/keypads will be sanitized after usage with these products. Also, hand sanitizer will be available for customers at the order windows.

NPNA is proud to organize a family-friendly event such as food truck pop-up + music but please keep social distancing and face-covering  in mind so everyone, especially young children who are not able to be vaccinated, and immunocompromised individuals feel safe and enjoy this outdoor neighborhood event.

We would like to ask our neighbors to please:

• Wear a face covering when arriving/present at the park to order/pickup (all participants/attendees, of whatever immunity status)
• Maintain 6 ft distance from others when participating and avoid grouping close to the truck
• Maintain 6 ft distance from others who live in different households when sitting and enjoying the music
• Supervise children at all times
• Save time being in line with pre-ordering online when available
• Minimize the number of persons doing the pick-up to keep event headcount low
• Pets must be leashed at all times if brought to pick-up/walk-up orders. They must stay 6ft socially distant too!

NPNA reminds all that participation in any NPNA events or activities are at the attendee’s own risk.

Northgate Park Food Truck Pop-Up
Thursday July 22, 5:00-8:00 pm, Parking lot by the Tennis Court (300 W. Club Blvd, Durham)

NPNA’s Mid-Summer Special Pop-Up brings the beach to NGP — with the return of Cousins Maine LOBSTER TRUCK + Locopops for the ultimate seashore dinner

[Mark your calendar for the last 3 food truck events on 8/26, 9/23, and 10/28.]

Cousins Maine Lobster: enjoy the Maine Roll (served chilled with a touch of mayo), Connecticut Rolls (served warm with butter and lemon), bisque/chowder and/or a variety of other lobster-fusion delights – see attached menu

Menu includes Gluten-Free Options. Pre-order to ensure against popular items selling out fast!

Pre-Order: Order window starting 1:30 pm on Thursday 22 July via Mobile App ” Cousins Maine Lobster” Skip the line, save time and also earn rewards with https://www.cousinsmainelobster.com/mobile-app/ .

Onsite/Walk-up: Accept cash and cards

LocoPops is back with a variety of refreshing, fun, and seasonal flavors: Mighty Mojito, Raspberry Hibiscus, Strawberry Lemonade, Cookies and Cream, Mexican chocolate, and more! Options include vegan/vegetarian, non-dairy, and allergen-free varieties.

No Pre-Order. Onsite/Walk-up: Accept cash and cards

IMPORTANT/SOCIAL DISTANCING INFO:
Cousins Maine Lobster & LocoPops staff prepare/serve all food with PPE (face coverings, gloves) and are using COVID-19 approved cleaning supplies to keep high-touch areas clean. Debit/Credit Card readers/keypads will be sanitized after usage with these products. Also, hand sanitizer will be available for customers at the order windows.

Please:

• Wear a face covering when arriving/present at the park to order/pickup (all participants/attendees, of whatever immunity status)
• Maintain 6 ft distance from others when participating and avoid grouping close to the truck
• Save time being in line with pre-ordering online when available
• Minimize the number of persons doing the pick-up to keep event headcount low
• Pets must be leashed at all times if brought to pick-up/walk-up orders. They must stay 6ft socially distant too!

NPNA reminds all that participation in any NPNA events or activities are at the attendee’s own risk.

Northgate Park Food Truck Pop-Up
Thursday Jun 24, 5:00-8:00 pm, Parking lot by the Tennis Court (300 W. Club Blvd, Durham)

Featuring a new food truck vendor & cuisine, Lao Lao (meaning truly or authentically Lao), and welcoming back LocoPops.

Mark your calendar for the future events on 7/22, 8/26, 9/23, and 10/28.

Lao Lao: Come experience the Lao food movement and taste an authentic home-cooked meal by Tanh & Phouthone Kettisack, right here in Durham. Check out Lao Lao’s flavor-packed feature dishes: Thum Muk Houng (Lao Style Papaya Salad), Kau Mee (Caramelized Soy Rice Noodle) and Ga Yaw Tot (Fried Spring Rolls). Options include gluten free and vegetarian. Ma der! Ma der! (come join us!)

Pre-order: A week’s pre-order window span starts Thurs Jun 17 run through Wed Jun 23 –> https://linktr.ee/laolaofoodtruck.

Onsite/Walk-up: Accept cash and cards

LocoPops: LocoPops offers a variety of refreshing, fun, and seasonal flavors: Mighty Mojito, Raspberry Hibiscus, Strawberry Lemonade, Cookies and Cream, Mexican chocolate, and more! Options include vegan/vegetarian, non-dairy and allergen-free varieties.

No Pre-Order. Onsite/Walk-up: Accept cash and cards

IMPORTANT/SOCIAL DISTANCING INFO:
Lao Lao & LocoPops staff prepare/serve all food with PPE (face coverings, gloves) and are using COVID-19 approved cleaning supplies to keep high-touch areas clean. Debit/Credit Card readers/keypads will be sanitized after usage with these products. Also, hand sanitizer will be available for customers at the order windows.

Please:

• Wear a face covering when arriving/present at the park to order/pickup
• Maintain 6 ft distance from others when participating and avoid grouping close to the truck
• Save time being in line with pre-ordering online when available
• Minimize the number of persons doing the pick-up to keep event headcount low
• Pets must be leashed at all times if brought to pick-up/walk-up orders. They must stay 6ft socially distant too!

NPNA reminds all that participation in any NPNA events or activities are at the attendee’s own risk.

• Your Northgate Park Neighborhood Association

Your Northgate Park Neighborhood Association would like to know – What Represents Northgate Park to you?

Club Crossing installation is complete! – the groundplane artwork was installed during the weekend of May 22 at Club Blvd & Glendale. The Club Crossing project is intended as a creative intervention to form a fun environment for elementary school students, families, and residents to safely experience street crossing and connectivity for the Club Boulevard Elementary School, Northgate Park, and the Ellerbe Creek Trail.

More information about the project is located here