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Covering life, work, and play in the Historic Mill District and Downtown Minneapolis Riverfront neighborhoods. Have an opinion, local news or events to share? Contact us.
Tomorrow Night - Anticipated Film Opens on Screen 3 at St. Anthony Main Theater
From The Film Society of Minneapolis/St. Paul:
Share Your Views on Sustainability with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board(MPRB) has provided a link to its community survey on sustainability, hoping that you'll take a few minutes to complete the survey before February 26.
The survey is one way the MPRB is collecting public feedback on its sustainability initiatives – from watering trees to recycling in the parks and at community events. Sustainability was identified in the 2007-2020 Comprehensive Plan as one of the five core organizational values upon which the MPRB performs its work.
The MPRB will use the survey's findings to help plan its education and outreach efforts regarding sustainability in Minneapolis parks, programs and events.
Click hereto complete the survey online. Paper versions are also available in all of MPRB's recreation and service centers.
Please feel free to pass the survey link on to others who may be interested in keeping the park system green.
FERC Gives Crown Hydro 30 Days
Letter from FERC dated February 13, 2012 which may be the last straw for Crown Hydro, given their need to use either the existing historic tunnel and tailrace, or construct a new tunnel (not feasible), both of which would require at least subsurface rights from the City of Minneapolis or the Park Board.
Based on our review of the history ofthe license and your filings, and before we will agree to consider your proposal and not to pursue the implied surrender of your license, you must: (I) affirmatively demonstrate, with a detailed map and proposed project description, that no MPRB lands (to include any subsurface rights, easements, or other legal claims) would be affected or included in the new proposed scheme of project development and boundary; and (2) provide a plan and schedule, including all efforts and steps needed, to complete the development of this project.
Our Mill District Valentine's Day
"Thank You!" to City Gardens Flower Mill and Sanctuary for making our Valentine's Day special!
Whenever an occasion calls for a special meal, Sanctuary is our go-to spot. Our Valentine's dinner started off with drinks from the Martini and Potions menu - After the Storm and Orange Gargoyle.
For this visit we chose the Marinated Giant Shrimp and Hawaiian Opakapaka.
We usually start with an appetizer, but this time we opted to have dessert instead. The Caramelia Chocolate Marquise is pure melt in your mouth ecstasy. You just have to try it to understand.
Job Posting at StoneArch Creative
From StoneArch Creative at http://www.stonearchcreative.com/
The Week Ahead in Mill City / February 13-19
Above: The latest update to the Mill City Photo Pool...
Each Monday morning we provide an easy to reference list of events and activities for the week ahead in the Mill City neighborhood. Submit your events here...
Monday, February 13
Mike Birbiglia's My Girlfriend's Boyfriend at The Guthrie
Tuesday, February 14
Valentine's Dinner with Music by Caleb Hawley at Aster Cafe
DMNA Board Meeting at Central Library
Wednesday, February 15
Minneapolis Park and Rec Board Meeting
Publication Reading: JoAnn Guernsey & Ethna McKiernan at the Loft
Thursday, February 16
Taste Twin Cities Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Tour
Friday, February 17
A Wine Affair – Tour de France at St. Anthony Main Event Centre
'Dying to Make It' Rock Opera at Southern Theater
Saturday, February 18
International Cartoonist Conspiracy Meet-up at MCBA
Dying to Make It Rock Opera at Southern Theater
Farmers Market at Local D'lish
Washburn A Mill Tour at Mill City Museum
Taste Twin Cities Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Tour
Childish Films at Central Library
City Gardens Flower Mill can Help Create an Unforgettable Valentine
Valentine's Day is Tuesday! Whether you want to woo a new love interest, or show your long time significant other how your love continues to grow - City Gardens Flower Mill can put together the perfect arrangement for you.
From the classic red rose to delicate yellow oncidium orchids...
... ask to be surprised with something out of the ordinary.
They also carry cards and gifts.
City Gardens Flower Mill is located at 231 10th Avenue South in the Bridgewater Lofts retail section. Dan and Kaia Seefelt's philosophy is to offer only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by friendly and prompt service. Call Dan today at 612-332-7377 to place your special order.
2012 Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival Set for April 12 – May 3, 2012
THREE WEEKS OF INTERNATIONAL INDEPENDENT CINEMA
The largest annual film event in the Upper Midwest returns…
The Film Society of Minneapolis St. Paulannounces the 2012 Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival, returning to the five screens of the St. Anthony Main Theatre April 12 through May 3. The program of this exciting three-week celebration of independent filmmaking from around the globe will include some 250 documentary, narrative, and short films from more than 60 countries, visits from numerous international filmmakers and celebrities, and a host of gala events, parties, and receptions.
The Festival lineup includes a Spotlight on the Middle East highlighting the current rich mix of films coming out of Israel, many Arab countries including those in North Africa, and Turkey, long known as the gateway from East to West - curated by Alissa Simon Senior Programmer at the Palm Springs International Film Festival. Also included is the always highly anticipated MINNESOTA-Made Showcase returning with great offerings from our own back yard - curated by Tom DeBiaso Professor of Media Arts at MCAD.
In addition, and in recognition of the 50th anniversary of The Film Society this year, Festival fare will include a retrospective highlighting favorite films from the last half-century, and a look forward to the next 50 years of innovative Film Society programming.
Save the date – Saturday Evening, April 21 – for the 50th Celebration Bash! The Festival will also stage an array of panels, discussions, presentations and special events including Opening and Closing Night Galas, three MINNESOTA-Made parties, live music events.
Principal Sponsors of the 2012 MSP International Film Festival are The Star Tribune, The Thomas Lowell Grady Visiting Filmmaker Fund and Donors, and Summit Brewing.
Stay tuned for the Official Revamped Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival Website, going live soon.
For more information about the 2012 Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival and other Film Society programming, contact Susan Smoluchowski at 612 331-7563 or visit http://www.mspfilmsociety.org/.
This Weekend in Mill City / February 10-12
Above: A recent photo from the Mill City Photo Pool
Events this weekend in and around the Historic Mill District and Minneapolis Riverfront Neighborhoods. Have an event to share? Contact us...
Friday, February 10
2012 Minnesota Book Artist Award Reception at MCBA
Saturday, February 11
'Cake Mix and the Rise of Convenience Foods' at Mill City Museum Baking Lab
Taste Twin Cities Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Tour
Roses are Red Family Workshop at MCBA
Second Story Reading Series: Sheila O'Connor and Susan Runholt at The Loft
Sunday, February 12
MinnPost Book Club Blast at Open Book
Our Lady of Lourdes Annual Open House
Mill City Farmers Market Visits Singing Hills Goat Dairy
I'm a huge fan of the yogurt, chevre and other cheeses produced by Singing Hills Goat Dairy, one of my must-see vendors at the Mill City Farmers Market. Thanks to the winter Farmers Markets at Local D'Lish, we don't have to go without Singing Hills' products during the Mill City Farmers Market off season.
MCFM recently paid a visit to Singing Hills Goat Dairy this winter took this video:
Washburn Crosby Elevator No. 1 to Get Repairs
According to Brian Johnson's article in the February 4 Finance & Commerce, the Minnesota Historical Society is seeking construction bids to patch and repair the Washburn Crosby Elevator No. 1, part of a complex that rates among the most historically significant structures in Minneapolis.
MHS owns the building and wants to make it safe and prevent further decay. The estimated $1.25-$1.5 million in repairs will be paid for with asset preservation funds the MHS received from the state over several bonding cycles.
Bids are due to MHS by February 23 for services that include demolition of the mill’s cast-in-place concrete roof over the grain bins, application of a waterproof membrane on head house roofs, concrete repairs, and installation of window and door coverings.
MacPhail Music for Life™ Program in the News
MacPhail Music for Life™ is a unique, participatory, lifelong learning program that engages adults, ages 55 – 103 plus, through music. Music is used as a way to enhance the physical and mental well-being of the participants as well as improve their overall quality of life.
Kim Ode's 'Projects help through art of healing'article in today's Star Trib introduces us to staff members Jeanie Brindley-Barnett and Elise Midelfort, and describes a typical class.
Music for Life™ is just one example of how MacPhail Center for Music enriches lives - from babies to centenarians.
Mill District Valentine's
What do you love about our neighborhood? Cynthia Froid Group, 709 2nd Street South, set up a pink Valentine's mailbox for people to drop off "love letters" - notes sharing favorite Mill District experiences, activities, businesses, landmarks, etc.
Cynthia, Holly and Pamela are displaying these love notes in the window, as well as posting them on their website.
We encourage residents to relate what they love about the Mill District. You can drop off a prepared note, compose one on site using the pen and blank Valentine note cards provided by the mailbox, or enter a note online.
Aaaaaw - now that's sweet! :)
The Week Ahead in Mill City / February 6-12
Above: The latest update to the Mill City Photo Pool...
Each Monday morning we provide an easy to reference list of events and activities for the week ahead in the Mill City neighborhood. Submit your events here...
Monday, February 6
Open Streets Planning Meeting at Open Book
Tuesday, February 7
Charles Dickens Bicentenary Concert at Central Library
Wednesday, February 8
A Sip of Science at Aster Cafe
Margaret Wurtele Publication Reading at The Loft
'That's Amore' Italian Wine Dinner at Spill the Wine
Thursday, February 9
Taste Twin Cities Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Tour
Friday, February 10
2012 Minnesota Book Artist Award Reception at MCBA
Saturday, February 11
'Cake Mix and the Rise of Convenience Foods' at Mill City Museum Baking Lab
Taste Twin Cities Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Tour
Roses are Red Family Workshop at MCBA
Second Story Reading Series: Sheila O'Connor and Susan Runholt at The Loft
Sunday, February 12
MinnPost Book Club Blast at Open Book
Our Lady of Lourdes Annual Open House
Open Houses This Weekend in the Mill District
It's looking like a nice weekend to stroll around the Mill District and shop for a new home! Bridgewater has some things to see, and there's a new listing at Zenith to peruse. An affordable 1br, 1ba with optional $25/mo shared amenities with aloft hotel! Enjoy the weekend!
Click the following URL to see the Open House:
This Weekend in Mill City / February 3-5
Above: A recent photo from the Mill City Photo Pool
Events this weekend in and around the Historic Mill District and Minneapolis Riverfront Neighborhoods. Have an event to share? Contact us...
Friday, February 3
Mentor Series: John Hildebrand at The Loft
Guitar Workshop: Fingerstyle Guitar with Bobby Stanton at MacPhail
Saturday, February 4
Washburn A Mill Tour at Mill City Museum
Taste Twin Cities Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Tour
Print Your Own Valentine's Day Cards Family Workshop at MCBA
History Day Hullabaloo at Central Library
Sunday, February 5
Suzuki Seniors Recital at MacPhail
Video - Awesome Wedding at the Mill City Museum
A wonderful way to start a life together.
Job Posting at Stone Arch Creative
Project Manager
Position Purpose - We’re seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage all projects for assigned clients, including project scope, budget, timeline/schedule, risks/assumptions, and requirements. The Project Manager will collaborate with the client services, creative and production teams to maximize team effectiveness and ensure product and service excellence.
Qualifications - Minimum of three years’ successful small and large-scale project management experience. Experience in healthcare and marketing desired. Digital and agency experience preferred. Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Application Requirements - Send cover letter and resumé to careers@stonearchcreative.com. Reference the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.