Tuesday
Sep132011
Lights Out at the Pillsbury A Mill on the Minneapolis Riverfront
Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at 8:30AMThe Pillsbury A Mill has been dark since last week. We've been unable to find out why, but we'll keep asking around...
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Tuesday
Sep132011
Job Posting at MacPhail Center for Music
Associate Director of Individual Gifts
Job Summary
This position is responsible for the development of major individual and planned gifts for the MacPhail Center for Music. The Associate Director is responsible for identifying new major individual gift prospects and upgrading and renewing existing donors with major gift capacity. This position will develop and actively implement plans to increase major individual giving at MacPhail, primarily through direct donor contact and face-to-face visits, as a critical factor to meet fundraising goals.
Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent. Master’s degree preferred.
Knowledge and Skills: Ability to promote and successfully solicit major gifts by identifying prospects, managing portfolio of major donors, designing and implementing cultivation and solicitation strategies with timely follow up and stewardship. Demonstrates excellent communication skills (oral and written); Basic knowledge of organizational and program planning and budgeting; Ability to work independently with highly developed organizational skills; Passion for and commitment to the mission and goals of MacPhail; Strong prospect research skills; Excellent relationship building skills; Ability to handle significant workload; meet deadlines and accomplish set funding goals; High integrity and ability to maintain confidences.
Experience - Required: Five years experience in development with an emphasis on building individual relationships, proficiency with Microsoft Office Professional Suite.
Experience - Preferred: successful track record in fundraising; familiarity with major gift societies; familiarity with Planned Giving vehicles; a working knowledge of Raiser’s Edge software.
Physical Demands: Required to sit for up to 8 hours of time at keyboard. Infrequent lifting, carrying.
Transportation: Vehicle, valid driver’s license and ability to drive required for attendance at off-site meetings, presentations and events.
How to Apply
Send cover letter and resume to resume@macphail.org.
Monday
Sep122011
The Week Ahead in Mill City / September 12-18
Bright and early 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, September 12
Meet Artist Sharon D. Stadther at Sanctuary
Tuesday, September 13
Books & Bars Series at Aster Cafe
Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting
Downtown Minneapolis Neighborhood Association Meeting at Central Library
Wednesday, September 14
"Seeing the Minneapolis Riverfront Photo Contest" Exhibit Opening Reception
Thursday, September 15
Central River Forum: Focus on the East Bank
Nicollet Island Tour Sponsored by Preserve Minneapolis
Bonnie Jo Campbell Publication Reading: Once Upon a River at the Loft
Friday, September 16
Saturday, September 17
Art, Politics and Censorship at The Soap Factory
Taste Twin Cities Minneapolis Riverwalk Tour (Starts at Gold Medal Park)
Judith Yates Borger Book Signing at Sorella Wine & Spirits
Childish Films at Central Library
Central Library Book Store Fall Clearance Sale (7 days)
Historic Main Street Tour at Mill City Museum
Second Story Reading: LGBT Panel & Reading (Featuring David Levithan) at the Loft
Sunday, September 18
Railroad History Tour at Mill City Museum
Vikings and Tampa Bay Buccaneers at the Dome
Friday
Sep092011
This Weekend in Mill City / September 9-11
Events this weekend in and around the Historic Mill District of Minneapolis and across the Stone Arch Bridge in Old St. Anthony.
Friday, September 9
Creative Placemaking: Challenges and Opportunities in 2011 at Central Library
Kramarczuk's Kielbasa Festival
Saturday, September 10
Taste Twin Cities Minneapolis Riverwalk Tour (Starts at Gold Medal Park)
2011 Annual Twin Cities HRC Gala Dinner at The Depot
Engineering the Falls at Mill City Museum
Music Around the World Early Childhood Music Sing-along at MacPhail
Soap Factory Morning After Sale
Kramarczuk's Kielbasa Festival
Sunday, September 11
Riverfront Quest Family Tour at Mill City Museum
Kramarczuk's Kielbasa Festival
Weekend Brunch
Saturday & Sunday
Brunch at Spoonriver
750 South 2nd St (at Chicago Ave S)
Minneapolis, MN 55401
612-436-2236
Reservations recommended
10:00am - 2:00pm
Saturday & Sunday
Brunch at the Aster Cafe
St. Anthony Main
125 SE Main Street
Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-379-3138
Until 2pm.
Sunday
Brunch at Spill the Wine
1101 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
612-339-3388
brunch buffet 10am- 2pm Sunday
$12/person (kids 3 and under eat free, 4-12 years are 1/2 price!)
includes: eggs, bacon, french toast, hash browns, fresh salad and fruit, pastries, build your own omlette bar and more...
featuring absolut bloody bar for $5.
also offering fair trade coffee and full bar.
Thursday
Sep082011
Repair Starts on 35W Bridge Memorial
A worker was onsite today repairing caulking in preparation of the letters being replaced after the vandalism that occurred the day after the memorial was dedicated. He did not know when the work would finish, but thought the letters would be replaced soon.
Wednesday
Sep072011
Reminder - Important MPRB Meeting Tonight Regarding the Fuji Ya "Waterworks" Project
Re: The Fuji Ya site near Mill Ruins Park on the Downtown Minneapolis Riverfront.
Please attend the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board meeting and hear firsthand details on a concept that has the potential to be the most important redevelopment project of the next 20 years on the West Bank of the Downtown Minneapolis Riverfront.
The first change has already been put in place - the Fuji Ya site is now being referred to as the "Waterworks" site. As part of this process a Non-Appointed Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) will be formed, allowing every interested citizen to be involved with, and even vote on, the final proposal.
The MPRB will hear a presentation and vote on a proposal from the Minneapolis Parks Foundation regarding redeveloping the former Fuji Ya site on the Minneapolis Riverfront.
Time: 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: MPRB Administrative Offices, Board Room Suite 255
Address: 2117 West River Road
Tuesday
Sep062011
Crooked Pint Ale House Opens This Saturday
According to a sign on the front door, the newest restaurant in the neighborhood opens at 7:00 AM this Saturday, September 10.
Monday
Sep052011
IMPORTANT MINNEAPOLIS RIVERFRONT MEETING - SEPTEMBER 7
Re: The Fuji Ya site near Mill Ruins Park on the Downtown Minneapolis Riverfront.
Please attend the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board meeting and hear firsthand details on a concept that has the potential to be the most important redevelopment project of the next 20 years on the West Bank of the Downtown Minneapolis Riverfront.
The first change has already been put in place - the Fuji Ya site is now being referred to as the "Waterworks" site. As part of this process a Non-Appointed Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) will be formed, allowing every interested citizen to be involved with, and even vote on, the final proposal.
Date: 9/7/2011
Time: 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: MPRB Administrative Offices, Board Room Suite 255
Address: 2117 West River Road
The MPRB will hear a presentation and vote on a proposal from the Minneapolis Parks Foundation regarding redeveloping the former Fuji Ya site on the Minneapolis Riverfront.
4.3 That the Board adopt resolution 2011-174 captioned as follows:
Resolution 2011-174 Resolution Approving a Partner Agreement with the Minneapolis Parks Foundation and Establishment of a Non-appointed Citizen’s Advisory Committee Process for Preliminary Visioning and Implementation Study of the Waterworks Site in Downtown Minneapolis.
The Full Resolution, The Staff Report, The Contract
Background Info from the June 15, 2011 Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board Meeting
Paul Reyelts of the Minneapolis Parks Foundation presented a vision for the former Fuji Ya site on the Dowtown Minneapolis Riverfront at Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board meeting on Wednesday, June 15, 2011.
Presentation by Paul Reyelts, Minneapolis Parks Foundation Board Treasurer and Board Member at the June 15, 2011
Meeting Notes
Working on this idea for the past year
- Believe it has “broad interest and support for the development of a public reuse plan” for the site.
- Plan to attract private resources to support development of the site
- Intention is that the site would be dedicated to public use, not for private use
- Site is not addressed in the Minneapolis Riverfront Development Initiative (MRDI)
- Proposal would be complimentary to the MRDI
Four major reason to give focus and priority to the Fuji Ya site:
1. The Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board (MPRB) owns the land
2. Site is very close to Downtown Minneapolis
3. If properly developed, the site could be the major Downtown gateway to the river and to the Stone Arch Bridge
4. The Stone arch Loop already has an estimated 3/4 of a million visitors annually passing near the site
The proposal would enhance the experience for visitors and at the same time develop revenue generating opportunities that support the financial sustainability of the sites amenities.
The Proposal:
Minneapolis Park Foundation will engage a team of professionals that has agreed to develop a Phase 1 Fuji Ya site master plan and program.
Paul Reyelts will fund these services through the Minneapolis Parks Foundation (MPF).
The MPF Executive Committee will oversee the development of the plan.
Only Public use of the site is envisioned.
Paul Reyelts does not live near or own property in the vicinity of the Fuji Ya site. Nor does he have any personal or financial interest in this proposal.
The MPF will coordinate with the MPRB on getting Citizen input the MPRB Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) process.
The goal of Phase 1 is the creation of a visual presentation summarizing the findings of the MPF and a recommended vision for the site development, along with next steps in the development process.
Assuming that the site master plan has the support of the MPRB, the MPF, and the community, Paul Reyelts is prepared to provide “material financial support” for the development project, and with the MPF he will champion private sector fundraising efforts.
Motivation:
Like the Founders of the Minneapolis Park System, the MPF and supporters want to leave a legacy for future generations. This premise is the reason behind Paul Reyelts commitment.
Timing:
Hope that CAC will start within the next month.
Phase 1 process completed in a 3 month timeframe.
MPRB Commissioners Reactions:
Commissioner Anita Tabb – “This has a lot of very exciting potential.” “I’m delighted to see people have a real interest in Downtown Minneapolis.” “I think projects like this will continue to make our city a great place to be, and hopefully attract more people to Downtown.”
Commissioner Scott Vreeland – “What we have there is this great treasure with 7 different archeological ruins that can be accessed.”
Board President Erwin – “This is not only a wonderful gift you’re giving the Park Board, but this is a great kick-off for the Foundation to help the Foundation a key project that they focus on that I think will be successful…it’s a broader area than just the Fuji Ya site itself…the site extends all the way to the 3rd Ave Bridge…
Fuji Ya Site Background
1968: Fuji Ya moved to 420 S. 1st St. in Minneapolis, a chic riverfront structure of glass, oak and rough cedar, designed by architect Newton Griffin, based upon a plan by Shinichi Okada. It was constructed over the ruins of the 1878 Standard Mill. Owner Reiko Weston bought the land, 2.7 acres, for $20,000 in 1961.
1990: Fuji Ya closes. After extensive litigation, the Minneapolis Park Board buys out the Weston family for $3.5 million in an out-of-court settlement.
Background on Mr. Reyelts
Paul Reyelts served as the Executive Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer of The Valspar Corporation, a global leader in the coatings industry, from April 1982 until February 2008. He remained an Executive Vice President of Valspar Corporation until his retirement in May 2009. In addition, Mr. Reyelts serves on the Board of Trustees of Minnesota Public Radio, the Advisory Board of the University of Minnesota College of Design and the Minneapolis Parks Foundation Board.
Background on the Fuji Ya aka "Waterworks" Site from MSR
Download Fuji Ya - "Waterworks" Redevelopment Report from MSR
Friday
Sep022011
This Weekend in Mill City / September 2-4
Events this weekend in and around the Historic Mill District of Minneapolis and across the Stone Arch Bridge in Old St. Anthony.
Friday, September 2
Saturday, September 3
Taste Twin Cities Minneapolis Riverwalk Tour (Starts at Gold Medal Park)
"Sisterhood of the Hennepin Chalice" Reading at Mill City Museum
Washburn A Mill Tour at Mill City Museum
Petit Déjeuner: A Toast to French Breads at Alliance Française
Sunday, September 4
Women’s Work: History Player Eva Valesh Tour at Mill City Museum
Complimentary Tai Chi Workshop at Open Book
Weekend Brunch
Saturday & Sunday
Brunch at Spoonriver
750 South 2nd St (at Chicago Ave S)
Minneapolis, MN 55401
612-436-2236
Reservations recommended
10:00am - 2:00pm
Saturday & Sunday
Brunch at the Aster Cafe
St. Anthony Main
125 SE Main Street
Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-379-3138
Until 2pm.
Sunday
Brunch at Spill the Wine
1101 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
612-339-3388
brunch buffet 10am- 2pm Sunday
$12/person (kids 3 and under eat free, 4-12 years are 1/2 price!)
includes: eggs, bacon, french toast, hash browns, fresh salad and fruit, pastries, build your own omlette bar and more...
featuring absolut bloody bar for $5.
also offering fair trade coffee and full bar.
Wednesday
Aug312011
Mark Your Calendars - The People Serving People Heart & Soul Gala
Get ready to dance the night away with a soulful nod to 1960's music! Join People Serving People and go back to when soul, funk and blues came together - releasing some of the greatest musicians of all time. Enjoy a music-filled evening with dinner and program, silent and live auctions, live music and a special VIP reception.
*VIP Reception: Start the night right, mingle with some of Minneapolis' elite at our special VIP Reception from 5:30-6:30pm. The reception includes live entertainment provided by DJ Focus, open bar with specialty cocktail created by Phillips Distributing and fun retro games. VIP guests will be able to participate in the silent auction, which opens at 6:00pm. Entrance to the VIP Reception and preferred seating at dinner is included in a $200 ticket.
Tuesday
Aug302011
Tonight - Music in The Park at Father Hennepin Bluffs
Time: 7:00pm
Siems-Hauer Acoustic Duo "Classic and Original Folk/Blues"
Brought to us by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. You can also find them on Facebook and Twitter.
Tuesday
Aug302011
Tonight - Annual Gathering: Write Here, Write Now at the Loft
Time: 5:00pm
Location: The Loft, 1011 Washington Avenue South (Open Book Performance Hall)
Write Here. Write Now.
The Loft Annual Gathering brings constituents together to catch up with each other, celebrate some of the Loft's achievements in the past year, and learn about some of the upcoming classes and events at the Loft.
The open house event will take place from 5-8 p.m. Jocelyn Hale, the Loft's executive director, will give an address at 6 p.m., which will be followed by a student reading at 6:45 p.m. Throughout the evening there will be opportunities to take a Loft mini-class, learn about Loft programs and classes, stake your place in Loft history, and socialize with other aspiring, emerging, and established writers.
Come share the literary love. Register for the Loft Annual Gathering.
Tuesday
Aug302011
Tonight - Minneapolis History Pub Crawl with Mill City Museum
Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Tour begins and ends at Mill City Museum, 704 South Second Street
Fee: $25 ($20 MHS members)
Reservations: required, call 612-341-7555
Discover the richness of Minneapolis history, and slake your thirst with some fine beverages along a single road: Washington Avenue. Travel down this busy but underappreciated street to see the importance of railroads, warehousing, flour milling,, immigration, entertainment, and vice to the story of the Mill City. A trolley will take participants through the neighborhoods along Washington from 35W to Plymouth, with stops at significant historic places and two watering holes in historic buildings. Ages 21 and up only. Drink purchases are not included in the tour price. Drink specials will be made available at participating locations.
Monday
Aug292011
The Week Ahead in Mill City / August 29-September 4
The second half of the week is pretty quiet in Mill City - Labor Day weekend is just a few days away! Bright and early 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, August 29
Saint Anthony Falls Heritage Board Meeting
Music in The Park - Nicollet Island Park
Movable Type: the Print Shop on Wheels at MCBA
Firing up for 2012: A Planned Parenthood Action Fund Fundraiser at the Guthrie
Brooklyn Rider at Southern Theater
Tuesday, August 30
Annual Gathering: Write Here, Write Now at the Loft
Free Kindermusik Class at the 4th Avenue Playground
Music in The Park - Father Hennepin Bluffs
Minneapolis History Pub Crawl with Mill City Museum
Thursday, September 1
Vikings and Houston Texans at the Dome
Saturday, September 3
Taste Twin Cities Minneapolis Riverwalk Tour (Starts at Gold Medal Park)
Washburn A Mill Tour at Mill City Museum
Petit Déjeuner: A Toast to French Breads at Alliance Française
Sunday, September 4
Women’s Work: History Player Eva Valesh Tour at Mill City Museum
Complimentary Tai Chi Workshop at Open Book
Friday
Aug262011
Crown Hydro Project Rears It's Ugly Head, Again
They've asked the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for another extension to show why their license to build a hydroelectric plant in Mill Ruins Parks should not be terminated. Read the letter to FERC here...
Friday
Aug262011
Mill City Cooks on the Minneapolis Riverfront [Video]
Chef Heather from Spoonriver and the Mill City Farmers Market with the Stone Arch Bridge and Mississippi River in the background. They could not have picked a better location to shoot this video.
Friday
Aug262011
This Weekend in Mill City / August 26-28
Events this weekend in and around the Historic Mill District of Minneapolis and across the Stone Arch Bridge in Old St. Anthony.
Friday, August 26
Real Ghost Tour (2 Nights) at St. Anthony Main
MacPhail's Hip Hop Camp Final Performance
Saturday, August 27
Taste Twin Cities Minneapolis Riverwalk Tour (Starts at Gold Medal Park)
Historic Main Street Tour at Mill City Museum
Vikings and Dallas Cowboys at the Dome
Guo Gai, Meng Tang, Slinko Opening Reception at Soap Factory
Mississippi River Gorge Half-Day Canoe Trip
Last Saturday to tour Godfrey House
Sunday, August 28
Engineering the Falls at Mill City Museum
Last Sunday to tour Godfrey House
Sanctuary's 4th Anniversary Party
Weekend Brunch
Saturday & Sunday
Brunch at Spoonriver
750 South 2nd St (at Chicago Ave S)
Minneapolis, MN 55401
612-436-2236
Reservations recommended
10:00am - 2:00pm
Saturday & Sunday
Brunch at the Aster Cafe
St. Anthony Main
125 SE Main Street
Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-379-3138
Until 2pm.
Sunday
Brunch at Spill the Wine
1101 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
612-339-3388
brunch buffet 10am- 2pm Sunday
$12/person (kids 3 and under eat free, 4-12 years are 1/2 price!)
includes: eggs, bacon, french toast, hash browns, fresh salad and fruit, pastries, build your own omlette bar and more...
featuring absolut bloody bar for $5.
also offering fair trade coffee and full bar.
