Free Baked Potato Bar at Harvest Potluck on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 6 p.m.

 

Get ready to bring your appetite and neighborhood spirit! The Seminole Holland Neighborhood Association is thrilled to invite you to our second Harvest Potluck, where we'll serve a sizzling baked potato bar! Mark your calendar for Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 6 p.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church, 925 E Seminole St.

**What's on the Menu?**

We've got the spuds covered—now we need your favorite toppings! Whether you're into crispy crumbled bacon, tangy sour cream, savory sliced black olives, or gooey shredded cheese, there's a spot at the table for everyone’s potato dreams. Got a unique topping you swear by? Bring it along and let’s see who has the most creative spud flair! Oh, and desserts are welcome also. Bottled water will be available.

**Two Presentations: The Past and the Future**

• Caleb Sanders will present "The Goose Pond, Bison Wallows, and Upland Drainageway Prairie: The pre-european ecological history of the Seminole-Holland neighborhood".
• Jeff Smith will provide a McDaniel Park pump track construction update.

**Spread the Word**

Don’t keep this tater-tastic event to yourself—invite your neighbors! This is a fantastic opportunity to mingle, meet new faces, and strengthen the bonds of our wonderful neighborhood. Whether you're a long-time resident or new to the area, everyone living within the boundaries of Seminole Holland Neighborhood (Sunshine Street to Sunset Street, National Avenue to Campbell Avenue) is welcome! This includes everyone: homeowners, renters, and apartment dwellers!

Join us for an evening of food, fun, friendship, and learning. We can't wait to see you there!

FREE Seminole Holland Neighborhood Produce Exchange on Saturday, August 9, 2025

 

• Bring your excess garden produce or stop by to pick some up.

• Look for the table in the parking lot at Messiah Lutheran Church (925 E Seminole Street) from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. this Saturday, August 9, 2025. 

Help Springfield Clean Up After the Storm – Volunteer July 17 for Citywide Debris Removal Day

 The City of Springfield is calling on volunteers to step up and help neighbors in need by joining Clean Green Springfield’s Storm Debris Cleanup Day on Thursday, July 17.

This one-day volunteer event will support residents—especially seniors, people with disabilities, and others who need help—by moving organic storm debris to the curb ahead of scheduled City pickup sweeps.

Who Can Help?

Everyone! Individuals, families, businesses, faith groups, and civic organizations are encouraged to volunteer. 
 
Choose from one or both shifts:

• Morning: 7:30–11:30 a.m.
• Afternoon: 1:00–5:00 p.m.

Volunteers will rally at one of 15 locations across the city. When you sign up, you can pick your preferred location.

Visit cleangreensgf.com For More Information

 

Storm Debris Curbside Pickup Starts July 17

 City of Springfield residents should begin placing organic debris (like limbs and branches) at the curb starting July 7. Please keep debris away from sidewalks, mailboxes, and storm drains or from blocking visibility at intersections. 

Residents needing help moving debris to the curb can request assistance by completing the online Storm Debris Assistance Request Form, which is linked on CleanGreenSGF.com, by Monday, July 14.

Citywide Pickup Schedule by Council Zone

After the July 17 volunteer event, Public Works will begin curbside sweeps by Council Zone:

• Zone 1: July 21–25
• Zone 3: July 28–August 1
• Zone 2: August 11–15
• Zone 4: August 18–22

Please have debris at the curb or street edge by the beginning of the sweep date to ensure collection. City contractor Hodges Tree Service will assist in removing the remaining large debris piles and completing assistance requests.

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For more information, contact Cora Scott at 417-380-3352 or cscott@springfieldmo.gov.

Don't Forget the Summer Bash Neighborhood Block Party is Saturday, June 7, 2025, 10 am

 

Reminder: Summer Bash Neighborhood Block Party, Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10 am

 

Neighborhood Teams Workshop, June 5, 2025, 6 p.m.

 Thursday, June 5th the Neighborhood Advisory Council will be hosting a Neighborhood Teams Workshop at the efactory (405 N Jefferson Ave) in the Cox Health Room at 6pm. Neighbors that are interested in having a regular meeting with city staff to discuss chronic nuisance properties should join the meeting. Presenters will talk about what the program is, the commitment it requires from neighbors and staff to be successful, and the tools available have since the program was last up and running.

If you are interested in helping to represent the Seminole Holland Neighborhood Association in this program, you are encouraged to attend.

For more information, call 417-942-1446.

Art in the Garden on June 1, 2025

 

Seminole Holland Neighborhood Block Party

Springfield Storm Recovery: How You Can Help Our Neighborhood Rebuild

 

The recent storm has left many of our neighbors facing significant challenges. As our community works together to recover, your local knowledge can make a tremendous difference in how quickly and effectively resources are deployed.

We Need Your Eyes on the Ground

Your familiarity with our neighborhood makes you an invaluable partner in our recovery efforts. City crews are working diligently, but you can help us prioritize the most urgent situations by identifying addresses where:

• Fallen trees still remain on homes or other structures
• Residences remain without power specifically due to tree damage
• Large trees (12" caliper or larger) that remain down or uprooted in yards

How Your Reports Help

By reporting these specific issues, you're helping city teams deploy resources where they're needed most. This targeted approach means faster assistance for those facing the most severe circumstances.

How to Report

Have you spotted storm damage that fits these categories? Direct your neighbors to submit information through the Storm Damage Report Form at www.springfieldmo.gov/storm.

These reports provide our teams with detailed information about:

• The type of damage present
• The urgency of needed assistance
• The specific locations requiring attention

Community-Powered Recovery

Together, we'll find solutions and coordinate volunteer efforts where they'll make the biggest impact. Our city's resilience shines brightest when we work as a team - with your help, Springfield will rebuild stronger than ever.

Share this post with your Springfield neighbors to spread the word about how we can all contribute to our community's recovery.

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Winter Potluck Reminder - Soup & Sides, Wednesday January 29, 2025, 6 pm

 

Soup & Sides Potluck, January 29, 2025, at 6 pm

 

 Warm Up with Our Soup & Sides Winter Potluck  

📅 Date: Wednesday, January 29  

🕕 Time: 6:00 PM  

📍 Location: 925 E Seminole Street  

Nothing says community like sharing a meal! We’ll provide the soups, and you bring the appetizers, sides and desserts. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet neighbors, enjoy delicious food, and start the year on a cozy note.

 Bylaws Change Vote

 Notice was provided on December 28, 2024, that proposed bylaws changes will be voted on at the January 29, 2025 meeting to be held at 6 pm at 925 E Seminole St, Springfield MO. All members are encouraged to attend. The meeting is open to the public.

Summary of Changes:

Article V. Membership Dues (page 3)

In keeping with our recently approved 501(c)(3) status, clarifies that dues are a donation.

Allow the Board to approve volunteer hours in lieu of financial payment for dues.

Article XI. Elections (page 6)

Allow elections of the Board to be held electronically or in person.

Article XXI. Dissolution (page 9)

Modifies language to specifically match IRS requirements for 501(c)(3) status.

The changes in their entirety are shown in the proposed bylaws document located here. Changes appear on pages 3, 6, and 9. Deletions are shown as strike-thru text; additions are shown in bold text.

Note: The by-laws may be amended or repealed by a simple majority of the votes cast by the members attending a general membership or special membership meeting. Proposals to amend the by-laws must be announced no less than thirty (30) days in advance.

Want to Become a Member or Renew for 2025?

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