Lyndale Ave

73 photos · 2009–2026

73 photographs tagged Lyndale Ave, 2009–2026.

ICE OUT MSP sign in a Lyndale Ave Storefront — A sign in a Minneapolis storefront that reads "ICE OUT MSP".

Road construction on Franklin Avenue in Minneapolis — Road construction on Franklin Avenue in South Minneapolis seen on May 20, 2026.

Renee Good banner on Lake Street in Minneapolis — Large banner referring to Renee Good, who was killed in January by federal agents, hangs from the side of a building on Lake Street at Lyndale Avenue. The other side of the building reads "ICE OUT". Minneapolis, May 2026

Large banner reading "ICE OUT OF MN FOR GOOD" on Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — A large banner reading "ICE OUT OF MN FOR GOOD" is displayed on the corner of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. The banner also lists the names of individuals who have died in the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

A "Peanuts" comic strip flyer welcoming visitors to Minneapolis is posted on a utility pole in Uptown. — A flyer featuring characters from the "Peanuts" comic strip, created by Minneapolis cartoonist Charles Schulz, was posted on a utility pole at the intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis on January 14th, 2026. The "Peanuts" characters, Charlie Brown and Lucy van Pelt, are depicted in a winter scene with the text "WELCOME TO MINNEAPOLIS! ENJOY YOUR STAY!".

Sign reading "I.C.E. OUT OF MINNESOTA" with protest imagery on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — A sign advocating for the removal of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from Minnesota is affixed to a street pole on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. The sign's design mimics the visual style of Minneapolis Snow Emergency route signs.

Wrecktangle Pizza sign in Minneapolis says everyone is welcome except ICE. — A sign posted on the window of Wrecktangle Pizza on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis on January 14, 2026, declares "Everyone Is Welcome Here - Except I.C.E.". The sign asserts the establishment's right to deny Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) access to private areas without a judicial warrant, citing constitutional rights that apply to all individuals regardless of immigration status. It further states that members of the community are safe within the establishment and that any harassment of guests or staff will not be tolerated.

Anti-ICE flyers posted on a utility pole at Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — Protest flyers posted on utility poles at the intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis on January 14, 2026, express opposition to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The flyers, visible on a street pole, include messages such as "ICE AGENTS ARE GARBAGE" and "I.C.E. OUT OF MINNESOTA."

Box of colorful whistles labeled "take one" at Renee Good Memorial in Minneapolis beside flowers and candle. — A box of colorful whistles, labeled "Whistles (take one)", sits beside bouquets of flowers and a memorial candle at the Renee Good Memorial in Minneapolis. These whistles were distributed as a way to alert others to the presence of federal immigration agents, particularly during protests or increased enforcement activities. The memorial itself honors Renee Good, and the presence of these whistles signifies a community's response to immigration policies and enforcement actions.

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara stands with officers at Renee Good Memorial on Portland Avenue. — Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara stands with officers near the Renee Good Memorial on Portland Avenue.

NY Gyro at Lyndale Ave and Lake Street — People walking on Lyndale Avenue and Lake Street outside NY Gyro.

Night photo of car light trails on multiple freeways — The complex interchange of Interstate 94, Hennepin Avenue, and Lyndale Avenue in South Minneapolis. The photograph is composed from the Hennepin Avenue flyover exit off Interstate 94.

Upside down American flag on a rusted van — A van at Loring Greenway and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. An upside down flag flying from the radio antenna.

View of Lyndale Avenue on a July 2025 evening — World Martiual Arts Center and Blood Gorgeous on Lyndale Avenue near W 29th Street in Minneapolis on July 21, 2025.

Graffiti Real patriots kill nazis — A vacant commercial building on Lyndale Avenue in South Minneapolis displays graffiti stating "Real patriots kill nazis."

Paved Midtown Greenway trail lined with autumn foliage and an orange residential building in Minneapolis. — Fall colors along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. The trail is a 5.5-mile-long multi-use trail built on a former railroad corridor.

Red neon BAR sign and blue neon Beckett's sign illuminate Lyndale Avenue at Beckett's Bar in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. — Neon signage for Beckett's Bar illuminates Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. The establishment, which opened in 2024, occupies a space with a history of previous bars, including the Country Bar and Fool Me Once.

Anti-War Committee billboard reading "End U.S. Aid To Israel" stands on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — A billboard sponsored by the Anti-War Committee stands prominently on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. It displays the message "END U.S. AID TO ISRAEL!" accompanied by an image of a hand making a peace sign against a Palestinian flag.

LynLake Brewery storefront on Lyndale Avenue with ACAB graffiti marked on adjacent commercial billboard at night in Minneapolis. — The LynLake Brewery, located on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, occupies a building known for its distinctive theater-like architecture. Adjacent to the brewery, a commercial billboard features an advertisement that has been marked with the graffiti 'ACAB'.

Miller Lite advertisement on Lyndale Avenue promoting free Metro Transit rides for St. Patrick's Day celebrations in Minneapolis. — A sign on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis advertises free rides on Metro Transit for St. Patrick's Day celebrations. Sponsored by Miller Lite, this public service initiative offered complimentary transportation on all Metro Transit routes from 6 p.m. through the end of service on Saturday, March 16.

Rudolphs Bar-B-Que on Lyndale Avenue South in Minneapolis with graffiti-covered windows. — Rudolphs Bar-B-Que on Lyndale Avenue South in Minneapolis is a long-vacant former restaurant building. Graffiti covers the exterior and windows of the abandoned property.

Blue neon UP-DOWN bar sign illuminates a wooden building facade on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — Up-Down is a bar and arcade on Lyndale Avenue in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis, known for its vintage video games and pinball machines.

Wrecktangle Pizza on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, a Detroit-style pizza restaurant. — Wrecktangle Pizza on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis is a Detroit-style pizza restaurant in the Uptown neighborhood. The restaurant occupies a distinctive angular building and opened in 2021. It is known for square, thick-crust pizzas served in a casual dining setting.

A neon horse sign illuminates a business window on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, a common mid-20th century commercial sign style. — A neon horse sign illuminates the window of a business on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. This type of signage was common in the mid-20th century, used to attract customers to businesses along busy commercial streets. Lyndale Avenue has historically been a significant commercial corridor in Minneapolis, with many businesses utilizing vibrant neon to stand out.

Street musician playing guitar at Lake and Lyndale in Minneapolis at night — A street musician performs at the corner of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. He plays guitar and sings beside a handwritten sign, with storefronts and neon-lit businesses visible across the street.

Weathered marquee on Lyndale Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis reading “U LOOK HOT” at night — A weathered marquee on Lyndale Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis displays the phrase “U LOOK HOT” at night. The sign’s faded letters stand out against the illuminated facade of the building.

A lone figure stands at the snow-covered intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis during a snowstorm. Traffic lights glow red through falling snow. — A lone figure stands at the intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis during a heavy snowstorm. Traffic lights cast red glows through the falling snow, illuminating tire tracks in the snow-covered roadway.

Illuminated replica of the Leaning Tower of Pisa displayed in a restaurant window on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — The Leaning Tower of Pizza, a restaurant located on Lyndale Avenue in South Minneapolis, features a decorative replica of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. The establishment's name and decor playfully reference the famous Italian landmark.

Burned out apartment building in South Minneapolis — An aerial view captures the aftermath of a fire that destroyed a vacant apartment building on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. The morning after the blaze, snow covers the surrounding area and the building's footprint, starkly contrasting with the blackened debris and collapsed interior walls. The intensity of the fire is evident in the scorched timbers and scattered structural fragments, with winter conditions quickly setting in.

Fire on Lyndale Ave in Minneapolis — An aerial perspective shows the aftermath of a fire at an apartment building on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. The fire destroyed the roof and upper floors, leaving only the exterior walls and charred framing.

Remains of a large fire on Lyndale Ave in Minneapolis — An aerial view shows the aftermath of a fire on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, the day after the blaze. The apartment building's interior is gutted, with only the exterior walls remaining, standing amidst snow-covered neighboring structures.

Thank You Vets on a Minneapolis theatre marquee — The marquee at a theatre on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis displaying "THANK YOU VETS.

Lynlake Barber Shop neon sign on Lyndale in Minneapolis — The Lyn-Lake Barber Shop, located on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, is illuminated by a vibrant neon sign.

People walking across Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis in 2022 — Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis is a vibrant commercial corridor, seen here at night in November 2022.

Mortimers Bar Painted Boards — Graffiti art adorns the boarded-up windows of Mortimer's Bar on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. The messages "Stay Strong" and "Twin Cities" are visible, alongside painted fists symbolizing solidarity and resistance. These boards were installed during the civil unrest following the murder of George Floyd in 2020, a period of significant protest and activism in Minneapolis. Mortimer's, a long-standing establishment known for its live music, became a canvas for community expression during this time.

Chicagos Very Own on corner of Lyndale and Lake — Chicago's Very Own, a restaurant specializing in Chicago-style hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches, is pictured at night on the corner of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis.

Metro Inn Motel on Lyndale Avenue South in Minneapolis, with office and guest rooms. — Metro Inn Motel on Lyndale Avenue South in Minneapolis. The roadside motel includes an office and guest rooms arranged around a small parking lot.

Welcome to Lake Street You Belong Here — A billboard at the intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis reads "Welcome to Lake Street. You belong here."

CC Club on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis at night with neon window signs. — CC Club on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis is shown at night with its exterior sign and neon window displays. The bar’s facade is lit by overhead fixtures, and liquor brand signs glow inside the front window.

Lynlake Brewery on Lyndale Avenue in April 2022 — Lynlake Brewery is situated on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. The brewery, a popular establishment, contributes to the area's vibrant nightlife and local economy.

Up Down arcade bar on Lyndale Ave in Minneapolis — Up Down Arcade Bar on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis.

Planet Soccer neon sign glows red and green on storefront window at night on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — Planet Soccer is a soccer specialty shop on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, selling cleats, jerseys, and gear for local players and clubs. Its window sign pairs a globe with a soccer ball to mark the storefront.

Bloody Gorgeous salon interior on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis with a reception table and hair service signs. — The interior of Bloody Gorgeous salon, located on Lyndale Avenue in South Minneapolis, is presented. This establishment provides a range of hair services, including cuts and color treatments for both men and women. The salon's branding and offerings suggest a focus on bold and transformative styling, catering to a diverse clientele. The photograph captures the reception area, offering a glimpse into the salon's aesthetic and its role within the local commercial environment.

Boarded-up Flanders Cycle on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis as a police SUV passes at night. — Flanders Cycle, a bicycle shop established in 1973, is boarded up with plywood on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. The plywood covering is a common measure taken by businesses during periods of civil unrest. A Minneapolis Police Department vehicle passes the storefront at night, reflecting the heightened tensions in the city following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The "BLM" graffiti visible on the plywood further signifies the context of the Minneapolis Uprising.

Graffiti memorializing Amir Locke at Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading "MPD MURDERED AMER LOCKE" is visible on a building at the intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. This message appeared following the death of Amir Locke, a 22-year-old man killed by Minneapolis Police Department SWAT officers on February 2, 2022, during a warrant execution.

Snow-covered outdoor dining tables sit empty in front of an ice cream shop with neon signage on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — An ice cream shop sits on Lyndale Avenue in South Minneapolis, its patio tables and chairs empty with snow banked along the curb. A faded Grain Belt Beer mural, advertising "Perfect Brewing Water," covers the brick wall of the building next door.

Bebe Zito Ice Cream and Hum's Liquors storefronts at 22nd Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis during winter. — Bebe Zito is an ice cream shop at West 22nd Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, next to Hum's Liquors. A painted Grain Belt Beer sign remains on the building's side wall, a leftover ad for the beer first brewed in Minneapolis in 1893.

Red Dragon Restaurant and Lounge in Minneapolis — The Red Dragon Restaurant and Lounge, located on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, offers Polynesian drinks, Cantonese foods, and Szechuan cuisine. The establishment's signage, featuring both English and Chinese characters, indicates its long-standing presence in the community. This building, with its brick facade and distinct storefront windows, contributes to the urban landscape of the area. The restaurant has been a part of the Lyndale Avenue corridor, a significant commercial and cultural artery in Minneapolis.

Speedway gas station and Hum's Liquors Wine & Spirits on Lyndale Ave, Minneapolis at night, with a Metro Transit bus shelter visible. — A Speedway gas station and "Hum's Liquors Wine & Spirits" store are visible at night on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Speedway station displays current fuel prices, indicating its function as a retail fuel provider. Adjacent to it, the "Wine & Spirits" store, with its neon signage, serves as a local retail establishment. The presence of a Metro Transit bus shelter suggests this is a location with public transportation access, serving the daily needs of the surrounding community.

Hum's Liquors neon sign on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — Hum's Liquors on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis is identified by a large neon sign with the words “FAST SERVICE.” The sign is mounted above the storefront and includes red lettering with a field of small white bulbs. A second neon sign is partially visible along the building edge.

Vote No On 3 Yard signs on Lyndale Avenue — Yard signs advocating a "Vote No On Question 3" stance are displayed along Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. This imagery likely dates to a period when Question 3 was a ballot measure, prompting public debate and campaign efforts. Such signs are a common feature of local elections, reflecting grassroots political engagement and the efforts of citizens to influence public opinion on specific issues. The presence of these signs on a public thoroughfare like Lyndale Avenue indicates a visible campaign to inform and persuade voters in the surrounding community.

Jacob Frey Yard Sign at Open Streets Lyndale — A Jacob Frey for Mayor of Minneapolis yard sign is displayed alongside a "No Justice No Peace" sign in Minneapolis. The "No Justice No Peace" slogan became prominent during protests and social justice movements, reflecting a demand for systemic change. The presence of both signs during the Open Streets Lyndale Avenue event suggests a complex political and social climate in the city. Jacob Frey was elected Mayor of Minneapolis in 2017 and re-elected in 2021.

No Cops No Judges No Prison Total Abolition banner — During the Open Streets Lyndale event in 2021, a home on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis displayed a banner advocating for total abolition. The banner, reading "No Cops, No Judges, No Prison Total Abolition," reflects sentiments that gained prominence following the Minneapolis Uprising of 2020. This movement called for significant reforms and reimagining of policing and the justice system. Open Streets Lyndale is an annual event that closes major streets to cars, allowing people to walk, bike, and engage in community activities.

Community Control Of The Police at Open Streets — A sign reading "COMMUNITY CONTROL OF THE POLICE SIGN FOR CPAC HERE" is displayed at a tent during the Minneapolis Open Streets event on Lyndale Avenue in 2021. The "Minneapolis Uprising" of 2020, which followed the murder of George Floyd, brought increased attention to calls for police reform and community oversight. CPAC, likely referring to the Community-Police Advisory Council or a similar organization, was present at the event to gather support and distribute information. The "Open Streets" initiative temporarily closes major streets to vehicle traffic, transforming them into public spaces for community engagement and activities.

A mobile grocery bus with shelves of fresh produce parked at Lyndale Avenue Open Streets in Minneapolis. — The Twin Cities Mobile Market is a converted bus that sells fresh produce and groceries in Minneapolis and St. Paul neighborhoods with limited access to grocery stores. Shelves inside hold fruits and vegetables in place of bus seating, and a sign by the door notes the bus is a weapons free space. This bus is parked along Lyndale Avenue during the 2021 Open Streets event.

A bright green sign reading "Make Free Art All Ages" stands along Lyndale Avenue during Minneapolis Open Streets. — Open Streets Lyndale closes a stretch of Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis to car traffic for a day of walking, biking, and street vendors. Food trucks line the road and pedestrians fill the street during the event.

Katie Jones, Minneapolis Ward 10 City Council candidate, stands with a bike-powered campaign vehicle at Lyndale Avenue Open Streets event. — Katie Jones ran for the Minneapolis City Council Ward 10 seat in the 2021 election. Open Streets Lyndale is an annual event that closes Lyndale Avenue to vehicle traffic for the day. At the event, she talks with a cyclist near a campaign booth advertising a free bus ride.

Jungle Theater Marquee, Minneapolis — The illuminated marquee of the Jungle Theater in Minneapolis’s Lyn-Lake neighborhood, photographed at night. The Jungle has been a cornerstone of the area’s performing-arts culture since its founding in 1991, known for intimate productions and a focus on contemporary and classical works presented in a small black-box setting. Its signage—bold white lettering over a backlit panel—has become a recognizable part of the neighborhood’s streetscape and nightlife. The theater emerged during a period of renewed investment in the Lyn-Lake district, when independent venues, restaurants, and arts organizations were helping to define the neighborhood as a creative corridor between Uptown and Whittier. Over the decades, the Jungle has developed a reputation for staging artist-driven performances and supporting local talent, contributing to the broader evolution of Minneapolis’s community-based theater movement that gained momentum in the late 20th centur

Protesters stand on a vehicle at Lyndale and Lake Street in Minneapolis at night. — Protesters gathered on the third night of demonstrations following the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith on June 3rd in Minneapolis. Officials stated that officers from Hennepin and Ramsey County, operating as part of a Federal Task Force, discharged their weapons while attempting to serve a warrant. The protests occurred at the intersection of Lyndale Avenue and Lake Street, a significant commercial and transit hub in the Uptown neighborhood. On June 3, 2021, members of a U.S. Marshals Service fugitive task force fatally shot 32-year-old Winston “Boogie” Smith Jr. on the top level of a parking ramp in Minneapolis’ Uptown neighborhood while attempting to arrest him on a felony warrant. Authorities said Smith fired a handgun from inside his vehicle during the encounter, while family members and activists questioned the official account and demanded the release of additional evidence. The killing led to weeks of protests, street occupations, and confrontations with police in Uptown, becoming another major flashpoint in Minneapolis during the period following the murder of George Floyd. Earlier in the day Minneapolis city officials along with The Agape Movement coordinated to open the streets that had been closed at George Floyd Square since his murder.

Fix Lyndale on a door on Lyndale Ave — A Black Lives Matter mural by Reggie LeFlore adorns boarded-up storefronts at the corner of Lyndale Avenue and Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. This artwork emerged in the aftermath of the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising, transforming damaged properties into public expressions of protest and solidarity. Adjacent to the mural, the #FixLyndale message advocates for the long-standing community effort to reconfigure Lyndale Avenue, a corridor known for high rates of vehicle and pedestrian accidents.

Black Lives Matter mural on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis displays "All Year Round" message during snowfall. — The mural reads "Black Lives Matter All Year Round," painted across plywood boards on a building along Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. The piece is one of many murals painted on boarded storefronts across Minneapolis following the unrest that followed George Floyd's killing in May 2020, when businesses across the city covered their windows and local artists turned the boards into canvases. Many of these murals remained in place for months afterward, becoming a lasting public record of that period even as boards came down elsewhere.

Artist paints Black Lives Matter mural on boarded storefront along Lyndale Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. — The mural reading "Black Lives Matter, All Year Round" covers boarded-up storefronts on Lyndale Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. Plywood panels like these went up over windows and doors across the city after unrest broke out in the wake of George Floyd's killing in May 2020, and many were later painted by local artists rather than removed. Months after the initial unrest, murals such as this one remained in place, turning storm boards into lasting public artwork.

Lynlake Brewery storefront and neighboring businesses on Lyndale Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis at night with illuminated trees and — LynLake Brewery and neighboring storefronts on Lyndale Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis are pictured at night in September 2020.

Boarded Iron Door Pub on Lyndale Avenue, Minneapolis, with BLM and protest graffiti in June 2020. — The Iron Door Pub on Lyndale Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis is boarded up in early June 2020, with plywood covering its windows and doors. Messages including “BLM,” “Stay Safe,” “MPLS Strong,” and “Look for the helpers” are spray-painted across the boards. Taken a week after the killing of George Floyd.

Boarded Smitten Kitten and Caffrey's Deli on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis during George Floyd protests. — The boarded storefronts of Smitten Kitten and Caffrey's Deli on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis are shown during the protests that followed the murder of George Floyd in May and June 2020. Plywood covering the ground-floor windows and doors is marked with hand-painted messages including “We want cops in cuffs,” “Don’t burn, we live here,” and “People live here, kids live here.”

Burned Welcome to Lynlake sign at Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — The “Welcome to Lynlake” sign at Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis appears with smoke staining and fire damage on May 30, 2020. The sign marks the Lyn-Lake commercial district in Uptown Minneapolis, an area that saw extensive unrest and property damage in the days after the murder of George Floyd. A damaged traffic signal beside the sign further documents the condition of the intersection during that period.

National Guard troops and a fire truck at the Lyn-Lake Speedway on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — National Guard troops and a Minneapolis Fire Department truck are positioned on Lake Street at the Lyn-Lake Speedway station in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in the early morning of May 30, 2020. The deployment followed overnight fires and unrest in the city after the killing of George Floyd. National Guard units were sent to secure streets and support emergency access as fire crews responded to active blazes and damaged properties along the corridor.

Interior of Sunny’s Wigs on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis after looting, with merchandise scattered on the floor. — The interior of Sunny’s Wigs on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis is shown in disarray after looting in late May 2020. Merchandise, boxes, and store fixtures are strewn across the floor while display cases and sales counters remain in place inside the retail shop. The damage occurred during unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd.

A cyclist rides across snow-covered Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis during a heavy snowstorm at night. — South Lyndale Avenue is a major north-south street through Uptown Minneapolis. A cyclist crosses the snow-covered street at a red light during a snowstorm on November 26, 2019.

Snow-covered Lynlake Brewery marquee in Minneapolis during a winter storm. — The marquee of Lynlake Brewery in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood is covered in snow during a November storm. The sign reads "CHRISTMAS STARTS ON THE 29th."

Moto-i neon sign in snow on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis — The neon sign for Moto-i, a Japanese restaurant and sake bar, glows in the snow on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. The restaurant, which opened in 2001, is known for its extensive sake list and sushi offerings. This image was taken during a significant snowstorm on November 26, 2019, which blanketed the city.

Lyndale Avenue at night in Minneapolis, viewed from I-94, showing traffic and distant church spires. — Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis is a significant thoroughfare that connects the city's downtown core with its western neighborhoods. The avenue, seen here from Interstate 94, is shown heading South.

Wafana's Grocery and Deli storefront on Lyndale Avenue, North Minneapolis, with orange and cream facade. — Wafana's Grocery and Deli operated on Lyndale Avenue in North Minneapolis as a neighborhood retail establishment offering both grocery and deli services. The storefront displays signage for WIC and EBT acceptance, participation in federal food assistance programs. Boarded sections of the facade reflect the commercial challenges faced by small retail businesses in the area.

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