December 1, 2015, Tuesday - World AIDS Day FUNDRAISER at Wilde Roast Cafe

Time: 7:00am - 11:00pm

Location: Wilde Roast Cafe, 65 Main Stree SE

World AIDS Day FUNDRAISER

Tuesday, December 1st is World AIDS Day, it is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV.

WRC is giving 20% of our food sales and 100% of our dessert sales to Clare Housing from this day!

Clare Housing provides a continuum of affordable and supportive housing options that create healing communities and optimize the health of people living with HIV/AIDS.

December 1, 2015, Tuesday - Community Conversation for the Future of The Soap Factory

Time:  6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location:  The Soap Factory, 514 Second St SE

Community Conversation for the Future of The Soap Factory

After one of its most ambitious years of programming, including:

 *Hand in Glove III, a national conference of alternative spaces and place curated and organized with Works Progress

*An IVEY Award winning remount of Crime and Punishment with Live Action Set and Dangerous Productions

*Wise Blood; Chris Larson and Anthony Gatto's collaborative opera exhibition, co-curated and co-commissioned by the Walker Art Center, presented to sold out audiences

*The 9th annual Haunted Basement, which included for the first time an exhibition highlighting the artistry of the project

*superusted, the 4th Midwest Biennial exhibition, curated by Cheryl Wilgren Clyne, presented the work of 17 artists from 5 states across the Midwest selected from over 120 studio visits, and was lauded as "the best local biennial of recent memory" by the Star Tribune

The Soap Factory will be rounding out 2015 with Piotr Szyhalski's Three Factory Pieces; an exhibition presented as part of Szyhalski's Labor Camp project. This exhibition opens Saturday, November 21 and will run through December 20.

 After this show, the Soap Factory will take a purposeful pause from programming for the early months of 2016.

Does this mean the Soap Factory is going away? Absolutely not!

Due to a confluence of events (required building improvements, a major grant loss associated with Ben Heywood leaving and 2016 fundraising tracking below plan) we need to step back and focus on making the institution of the Soap Factory strong and sustainable so that it can be around for another 25 years.

So, what can you do?

Please come to our public conversation (details below) to learn more about our current situation and help craft a way forward.

The Soap Factory has always been about its community: You—artists, volunteers, stakeholders, and advocates have always been what makes the Soap a unique space for arts and engagement. We need you now more than ever!

Thank you for all you have done and will do for the Soap Factory.

Please use this form to RSVP so we can accommodate all who wish to attend.

December 1, 2015, Tuesday - Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission Public Meeting

Time: 4:30pm

Location: Room 317, City Hall, 350 South Fifth Street

More Info

November 29, 2015, Sunday - National Theatre Live: Coriolanus at St. Anthony Main Theatre

Time: 1:00 PM

Location: St. Anthony Main Theatre, 115 Main Street SE

NT Live at the Film Society of Minneapolis/St. Paul: Coriolanus

National Theatre Live’s 2013 broadcast of the Donmar Warehouse’s production of Coriolanus returns to cinemas by popular demand.

Shakespeare’s searing tragedy of political manipulation and revenge, Coriolanus features an Evening Standard Award-winning performance from Tom Hiddleston (The Avengers, War Horse (film), BBC's The Hollow Crown) in the title role, directed by the Donmar's Artistic Director Josie Rourke. The full company includes Jacqueline Boatswain, Peter De Jersey, Alfred Enoch, Deborah Findlay, Hadley Fraser, Mark Gatiss, Birgitte Hjort Sørensen, Elliot Levey, Rochenda Sandall, Helen Schlesinger, Mark Stanley and Dwane Walcott.

When an old adversary threatens Rome, the city calls once more on her hero and defender: Coriolanus. But he has enemies at home too. Famine threatens the city, the citizens’ hunger swells to an appetite for change, and on returning from the field Coriolanus must confront the march of realpolitik and the voice of an angry people.

November 29, 2015, Sunday - Swing Brunch at Aster Cafe

Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 Main Stree SE

Today: Swing Brunch with Patty and the Buttons

November 28, 2015, Saturday - Shop Small Exclusive Event at Minnesota Nice Spice

Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm

Location: Minnesota Nice Spice, 43 Main Street SE, #134

Shop Small Exclusive Event at Minnesota Nice Spice

Featuring local vendors, snacks, drinks, and hourly giveaways! Come and support local Minnesota makers and get items crossed off your holiday shopping list.

Vendors at this exclusive shopping event:
 Annona Gourmet
 Stormsister Spatique
 Minnesota Nice Spice 
 Minnesota Nice Spa Essentials
 Arza Jewelry
 Kilkenney Kitchen

November 28, 2015, Saturday - Small Business Saturday

Please join us in supporting our neighborhood businesses!  :)

November 28, 2015, Saturday - Northeast Farmers Market Winter Market at Solar Arts Building

Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm

Location:  Solar Arts Building, 711 15th Ave NE. 

The Northeast Farmers Market Winter Market 

Support local food vendors and artisans during the winter months and celebrate the community spirit of the Market.  Expect music, children’s activities, and more. Facebook Event Page  Vendor List

Future dates: December 19, January 16, February 20, March 19

   

 

November 28, 2015, Saturday - Taste Twin Cities Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Tour

Time: 11:00am

Location: Tour begins at LaSalle Plaza (800 LaSalle Plaza)

Taste Twin Cities Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Tour

What You Need to Know
•Indoor 3 hour walking tour in the heart of downtown Minneapolis using the skyway system
•Flat route with slight inclines and declines, approximately .8 of a mile, bathrooms available at some stops
•5 stops
•Tour limited to 12 people, advance tickets required.  Private tours available year round for larger groups.
•Begins at LaSalle Plaza (800 LaSalle Plaza), located on Hennepin Ave between 8th & 9th Street; ends at Metro Building (80 9th Street S)
•$45/pp

Tour Description

While it's chilly outside, join us as we weave our way through the cozy corners of downtown Minneapolis skyways on a food adventure.  We will stroll through the "Broadway" Theatre District and enjoy VIP service as we visit some of the newest and hottest award winning restaurants downtown has to offer. The tour includes seeing the Minneapolis skyscraper that was modeled after the Washington Monument and visiting the famous Statue of Mary Richards tossing her hat.  Along the way we will also visit quaint eateries that have pride in local ownership; including a favorite since 1932.  You will participate in tea sampling and learn the secrets behind the great food you are enjoying.  You'll leave the tour with a tasty experience of some of the best food finds Minneapolis has to offer all while learning history of downtown and soaking in the local culture.

Tastings
•Mouth watering flat bread pizza at a local hot spot
•Fine chocolates to be savored
•Locally brewed Minnesota draft beer paired with appetizer (non-alcoholic tastings available)
•Ham and Pear Crisp Sandwich with fresh home-made chips from the restaurant that has "damn good food"!
•Sinfully delicious variety of cupcakes (private tours only)
•Deliciously sweet and salty popular Chicago Mix® popcorn
•Sip on warm and comforting loose leaf tea (private tours only)
•Variety of a delicious French pastry; the Macaroon (private tours only)
•Featured on the Cooking Channel Unique Sweets - Bourbon Whiskey Caramel Donut Bread Pudding Loaf (private tours only)

*Tastings subject to change without notice. Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated.

November 27, 2015, Friday - Little Box Sauna Heats Up Nicollet Mall

Time:  6:00pm-8:00pm

Location:  Piazza On The Mall, 1221 Nicollet Avenue

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Little Box Sauna Heats Up Nicollet Mall

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Little Box Sauna (LBS) has teamed up with The 612 Sauna Society and The Musicant Group to bring the nordic sauna experience to the Piazza on the Mall!

Community members are invited to join The 612 Sauna Society for weekly open sauna sessions. The season kickoff will take place at the Piazza on the Mall every Thursday, Friday and Saturday (excluding Thanksgiving) from November 27th – December 20th.

Sauna sessions take place in 2 hour blocks between 5-7pm and 7-9pm. The sauna will be free and open to the public, with walk-ins welcome, but in order to secure a spot one must sign up for the seat lottery (registration coming soon.)

On Fridays from 6-8pm (Nov 27, Dec 4, Dec 11, Dec 18) there will be additional pro...gramming and activities along with:

- Accordion Musician – November 27
- Fire Performer – Dec 4th
- Storytellers – Dec 11th
- Singing Circle – December 18th

Plus:
- Free sauna with towels, t-shirts, and water
- Hot drinks
- Kubb and winter lawn games
- Fire pits and s’mores

Sponsored by the Westminster Presbyterian Church, Minneapolis, Minneapolis and produced by The Musicant Group. Little Box Sauna (LBS) was conceived, designed, built and deployed as an experimental Creative Placemaking project by Andrea Johnson and Molly Reichert.

More Information:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/piazzaonthemall
Little Box Sauna Website: https://littleboxsauna.wordpress.com/
612 Sauna Society Website: http://612saunasociety.com/
Hashtag: #littleboxsauna

Katherine O’Neil
katherine@musicantgroup.com

November 27, 2015, Friday - Live Music at Aster Cafe

Time: 9:00pm  Cover: $10

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 Main Stree SE

Tonight:  The Boomchucks + JP Bauer and Atom Robinson

November 27, 2015, Friday - Holidazzle in Loring Park

The Minneapolis Downtown Council in partnership with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board recently announced the schedule of events and new look for the 2015 Holidazzle, which will include a downtown Minneapolis skating rink located in Loring Park.

This year’s Holidazzle is free and open to the public, and will take place in Loring Park. Holidazzle will begin the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, November 27 and run Thursdays through Sundays, concluding on Sunday, December 20. Operating hours will be 5-9pm on Thursdays and Fridays, and 11am-9pm on Saturdays and Sundays.

More Info

November 27, 2015, Friday - The Depot Rink Opens for 2015-2016 Skating Season

Time: Opening day 10:00am-11:30pm (check website for season dates/times)

Location: The Depot, 225 Third Avenue South

Ice Rink Hotline - 612-339-2253

It's fun, it's romantic, and warm in the winter. Named one of the top places in North America to ice skate by Today.com, Fodor's Travel, USA Today and MSNBC, The Depot Rink is an historic downtown Minneapolis train shed that now houses a modern-day, indoor skating rink with floor-to-ceiling glass walls providing a great view of the city skyline.

We are the winter gathering spot for birthday parties, family outings and reunions, school field trips, holiday parties, romantic dates, wedding proposals, team building and employee appreciation parties. We offer public skating or private rink rental, a full catering menu and group party packages.

The Depot Rink concessions stand serves a variety of hot snacks such as pizza, panini, hot soup, chili, nachos and much more. Pair a snack with a glass of wine, a locally crafted ale or hot chocolate. The Depot Rink is conveniently adjacent to the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot and their full service Charley's Grill and Stone Arch Bar for complete selection of beverage and food.

Military & College Student Discounts on Thursdays

Show your college ID or a military ID and receive $2.00 off admission. The Depot Rink is open to the public for skating as well. *Check the rink calendar for available dates.

Hotel Guest Discounts

Hotel guests at either the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot or the Residence Inn Minneapolis Downtown at The Depot receive 25% off ice skating admission and skate rental. Simply present your Hotel Discount Card to receive the discount.

November 26, 2015, Thursday - After Gorge Party at Nye's Polonaise

November 26, 2015, Thursday - Turkey Day 5K!

Warm up your Thanksgiving appetite with the Turkey Day Run Minneapolis! Since 1989, the Turkey Day Run has brought family and friends together to start the day in a healthy way. Join runners, joggers and walkers for a morning of fun.

TIME EVENT LOCATION
6:00am - 7:15 a.m Race-day registration and packet pickup Target Center
6:30am - 10:00 a.m Family Carnival Outside Target Center near the start line
7:00am - 10:00 a.m Kids Care Life Time Fitness Target Center
8:00am - 12:00 p.m. Food and drink specials, including a Bloody Mary bar  Cowboy Jack's (126 N 5th St, MPLS) 
8:00am - 9:00 a.m Post-race food and hot beverages  Target Center garage 
8:00am - 5K Wave 1 start (9 min/mile or faster) 
8:05am - 5K Wave 2 start (9-12 min/mile) 
8:10am - 5K Wave 3 start (walkers and strollers) 

Click here for information and to register. 

November 25, 2015, Wednesday - Hookers and Blow at Aster Cafe

Time: 9:00pm - 11:00pm  $10

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 Main Stree SE

Tonight: Hookers and Blow

November 23, 2015, Monday - National Theatre Live: Coriolanus at St. Anthony Main Theatre

Time: 7:00pm

Location: St. Anthony Main Theatre, 115 Main Street SE

NT Live at the Film Society of Minneapolis/St. Paul: Coriolanus

NT Live is a groundbreaking initiative of London's National Theatre that broadcasts the world's finest stage performances to cinema screens to 22 countries around the globe.

National Theatre Live’s 2013 broadcast of the Donmar Warehouse’s production of Coriolanus returns to cinemas by popular demand.

Shakespeare’s searing tragedy of political manipulation and revenge, Coriolanus features an Evening Standard Award-winning performance from Tom Hiddleston (The Avengers, War Horse (film), BBC's The Hollow Crown) in the title role, directed by the Donmar's Artistic Director Josie Rourke. The full company includes Jacqueline Boatswain, Peter De Jersey, Alfred Enoch, Deborah Findlay, Hadley Fraser, Mark Gatiss, Birgitte Hjort Sørensen, Elliot Levey, Rochenda Sandall, Helen Schlesinger, Mark Stanley and Dwane Walcott.

When an old adversary threatens Rome, the city calls once more on her hero and defender: Coriolanus. But he has enemies at home too. Famine threatens the city, the citizens’ hunger swells to an appetite for change, and on returning from the field Coriolanus must confront the march of realpolitik and the voice of an angry people.

Also showing on November 29, 1:00pm

November 22, 2015, Sunday - Second Story Reading Series: Varian Johnson and Kristen Kittscher at The Loft

Time: 2:00pm

Location: The Loft Literary Center, at Open Book (Performance Hall), 1011 Washington Ave

Second Story Reading Series: Varian Johnson and Kristen Kittscher

The Loft Literary Center proudly presents a very special Second Story Reading with Varian Johnson and Kristen Kittscher.

From 4:00–5:30 p.m., Varian Johnson, a well established author of YA and middle grade children’s fiction, including the widely acclaimed 2014 novel The Great Greene Heist, will hold a special session for writers of color. He will answer questions about writing for kids and young adults and lead a discussion about the challenges a writer of color might encounter in the world of children's literature. (Note: This free session is open only to writers who identify as writers of color. Session will take place in Room 304 of Open Book.)

Kristen Kittscher is the author of middle grade mystery The Wig in the Window and the upcoming The Tiara on the Terrace (Harper Children's, January 5, 2016). A graduate of Brown University and the 2014 James Thurber House Children’s Writer-in-Residence, Kristen taught middle school English before becoming a writer. She lives with her husband in Pasadena, California.

Varian Johnson is the author of four novels, including The Great Greene Heist, a Publishers Weekly Best Summer Book of 2014. His novels for older readers include My Life as a Rhombus, named to the Texas Library Association Tayshas High School Reading List and the New York Public Library “Stuff for the Teen Age” list, and Saving Maddie, a Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Book. Varian was born in Florence, South Carolina, and attended the University of Oklahoma, where he received a BS in Civil Engineering. He later received an MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults from the Vermont College of Fine Arts. Varian now lives outside of Austin, TX with his family.

November 22, 2015, Sunday - Swing Brunch at Aster Cafe

Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 Main Stree SE

Today: Swing Brunch with Patty and the Buttons

November 22, 2015, Sunday - Vikings vs. Packers at TCF Stadium

Time: Noon

Location: TCF Stadium

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Green Bay Packers at Minnesota Vikings
Sun, Nov. 22nd, 2015 12:00 PM
TCF Bank Stadium
 
Seattle Seahawks at Minnesota Vikings
Sun, Dec. 6th, 2015 12:00 PM
TCF Bank Stadium
 
Chicago Bears at Minnesota Vikings
Sun, Dec. 20th, 2015 12:00 PM
TCF Bank Stadium

New York Giants at Minnesota Vikings
Sun, Dec. 27th, 2015 12:00 PM
TCF Bank Stadium