November 5, 2015, Thursday - First Thursdays in the Arts District at Northrup King Building

Time: 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Location: Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson Street NE (see below for full list of studios)

First Thursdays in the Arts District

First Thursdays in the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District is an Open Studio and Gallery Tour held the first Thursday of each month. Many NEMAA member artists and galleries (including a multitude of painters, sculptors, printmakers, photographers, ceramists, textile and fiber artists, jewelers, and furniture showrooms) open their studios at the Northrup King Building located in the heart of the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District.

Stop by the Red Stag Supper Club after First Thursday for late night music. The Red Stag Supper Club features Happy Hour 3pm - close and late night music at 10:00 PM. Pick up a wooden nickel for a free drink at the Red Stag Supper Club during First Thursday while supplies last. The Red Stag Supper Club is located at 509 1st Avenue NE.

First Thursdays at Chowgirls Parlor, 6:00pm - 11:00pm
We open our doors to welcome all, especially those participating in First Thursdays in the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District. 1222 2nd Street NE.

Other Open Studios from 5:00 - 9:00 PM at:
•California Building, 2205 California St. NE, Minneapolis
•Casket Arts Building, 681 17th Avenue NE, Minneapolis
•Casket Arts-Carriage House , 1720 17th Avenue NE, Minneapolis
•Grain Belt Studios, 77 & 79 13th Ave. S., Minneapolis
•Q.arma Building , 1224 Quincy St NE, Avenue NE, Minneapolis
•Solar Arts Building, 711 15th Ave. NE, Minneapolis
•Thorp Building , 1618 Central Avenue NE, Minneapolis
•Two 12 Pottery and Gifts - We will offer our usual store discount, and on top of that, all books are 20% off including books on sale! 212 13th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413, 612.331.1556, two12pottery@yahoo.com
•Who Made Who Design Studio + Screenprint Emporium, 158 13th Ave. NE, Minneapolis

http://www.northeastminneapolisartsdistrict.com

November 5, 2015, Thursday - Evening Benefit for the Central Library

Time: 5:30pm-8:00pm

Location: Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

Maria Jette will perform, along with pianist Dan Chouinard, Nov. 5th, at Minneapolis Central Library. The event - from 5:30-8:00 - is part of a fundraiser to support historic collections and programs unique to the Central Library, presented by the Friends of the Minneapolis Central Library.

Jette and Chouinard will perform works from the Central Library's extensive music collection. Examples from the library's Preservation Department, including significant historic works, will also be on display.

Cost is $50 per person. Light hors d'oeuvres and wine will be served. For more information and to register, please email minneapoliscentral@suppporthclib.org by October 26.

November 5, 2015, Thursday - Thursday Musical’s Thursday Morning Artist Series at MacPhail

Time: 10:00am reception, 10:30am concert

Location: MacPhail Center for Music, 501 2nd Street South

Thursday Musical’s 2015-2016 Thursday Morning Artist Series   

The Thursday Morning Artist Series has been presented since 1892 at 10:30 am on Thursdays. It is the organization’s longest-running recital and chamber music series with a legacy of featuring some of the most talented classical musicians in Minnesota. Programs are currently being held in the acoustically impressive Antonello Hall at MacPhail Center for Music and inside the beautiful architecture of the Wayzata Community Church, Wayzata.  Free coffee and donuts are provided in the lobby starting at 10:00 am served by members of Thursday Musical. Detailed program information will be announced throughout the season.

FULL SCHEDULE

Thursday, November 5, 2015
Living Concert Notes with Moderator Steve Staruch, MPR
Anastasiya Nyzkodub, clarinet - Young Artist Scholarship Competition Winner 2015
Mark Bussey, guitar
Coca Bochonko, viola
Susan Hellerud, piano

Thursday, November 19, 2015
Jared Waln, guitar - Young Artist Scholarship Competition Winner 2015
Ona Pinsonneault, clarinet
Marion Judish, violin
Herbert Johnson, piano

Thursday, January 21, 2016
Bach Concert
Timothy Perry, cello
Gail Olszewski, harpsichord
Jennifer Sylvester, soprano

Thursday, February 4, 2016
MacPhail Center for Music
Living Concert Notes with Moderator Libby Larsen, composer
Semada Trio
Dana Donnay, oboe, Matthew Bertrand, bassoon and Seth Engelby, piano
Nicolla Melville, piano
Charles Wazanowski, tuba

Thursday, February 18, 2016
Arjun Ganguly, viola - Young Artist Scholarship Competition Winner 2015
Northern Lights String Quartet
Carolyn Liptak, violin, Kathryn Christie, violin, Jennifer Thomas, viola and David Holmes, cello
Debra Gilroy, soprano
Megan Wallace, piano

Thursday, March 3, 2016
Amanda Chan, piano - Young Artist Scholarship Competition Winner 2015
Beth Winterfeldt, piano
The Bishop String Trio
Meredith Vaughan, violin, Katie Ekberg, viola and Carlynn Savot, cello
Karen Rognsvoog - music and film

Thursday, March 17, 2016
Faith Farr, cello
Beth Blackledge, flute
Suzanne Kennedy, mezzo-soprano

Thursday, April 14, 2016
Rie Tanaka, piano - Young Artist Scholarship Competition Winner 2015
Mitch Blatt, clarinet
Melissa Culloton, mezzo-soprano
Mimi Tung, piano

Thursday, April 28, 2016
Elizabeth Kleiber, flute - Young Artist Scholarship Competition Winner 2015
Amy Morris, flute
Robin Helgen, soprano
Elliott Wilcox, piano

November 4, 2015, Wednesday - On Screen: The Homestretch Screening at Central Library

Time: 6:30pm

Location: Central Library, Pohlad Hall, 300 Nicollet Mall

On Screen: The Homestretch Screening at Central Library

Join us for a screening of this 2014 documentary film that follows three homeless teens as they fight to stay in school, graduate and build a future. The film will be followed by a panel discussion about youth homelessness in our community.

Sponsored by the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation.

November 4, 2015, Wednesday - Childcare Group Storytime at Central Library

Time: 10:00am

Location: Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

Childcare Group Storytime

Talk, sing, read, write and play together in a format appropriate for the children in your care. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.

Future date: Nov. 18, 10 a.m.

November 3, 2015, Tuesday - Presentation by Alatus Over the Future of the Washburn-McReavy Site

Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Location: University Lutheran Church of Hope, 601 13th Avenue SE

Land Use & Development Committee Agenda:
Presentation by Alatus over the future of the Washburn-McReavy site (200 Central Avenue)

At the next Marcy-Holmes Land Use and Development Committee meeting, Alatus will be presenting two aesthetic schemes that they have been developing - one more classical/traditional and the other more contemporary - in both 35 and 40-story iterations.

While these schemes were presented at the last committee meeting (albeit in the 35-story configuration), this re-presentation is to ensure that we reach as many members of our community as possible, keeping them informed on significant development projects within the Marcy-Holmes neighborhood.

For further information on the proposal, please visit:

•City of Minneapolis's report
•Mpls/St. Paul Business Journal

Direct any questions or concerns to our Land Use co-chairs (their email addresses are linked on the left), or feel free to contact the Marcy-Holmes office: 612.623.7633 or office@marcy-holmes.org.  

November 3, 2015, Tuesday - Friends of the Mississippi River 'State of the River Report' at Fair State Brewing

Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Location: Fair State Brewing Co-op, 2506A Central Ave. NE

Join Friends of the Mississippi River for a brief overview of the 'State of the River Report' with FMR Watershed Program Director Trevor Russell. From invasive 'flying' carp to eagles, bacterial contamination to swimmability, Trevor will quickly highlight the most important trends, issues and potential solutions for today's Mississippi River. Next, we'll have an informal Q & A session followed by a tour of Fair State -- Minnesota's first cooperative brewery -- and a free growler raffle!

Registration is required and capacity limited. Tickets

November 2, 2015, Monday - Re-Lighting the Pillsbury Sign Gathering on the Stone Arch Bridge

Time: 6:30pm

Location:  Stone Arch Bridge

Re-Lighting the Pillsbury Sign - The Official, "Unofficial" Gathering on the Stone Arch Bridge

The Pillsbury Sign is Being Re-Lit! Join us on the Stone Arch Bridge and be among the first to see the restored Historic Landmark light up the Downtown Riverfront.

Subscribe to the Mill City Times Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/MillCityTimes/events

Sitting atop the A-Mill complex, newly converted into artist lofts by developer Dominium, the sign represents one of only a few national historic landmarks in Minneapolis; in 2014 Lawrence Sign was selected to rehabilitate the iconic Pillsbury’s Best Flour rooftop sign.

In efforts to preserve and revitalize the significant landmark, restoration of the Pillsbury’s Best Flour rooftop sign was a collaborative effort between Lawrence Sign and the City of Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission.

The Pillsbury Company’s 30-foot sign has stood atop the Pillsbury “A” Mill Complex since about 1940, according to city records. It replaced a similar sign that stood since 1920, which featured a large flour bag. The sign remained lit until 2010. 

November 1, 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

October 31, 2015, Saturday - Celebrate Day of the Dead: Mini Piñatas at Central Library

Time: 2:00pm

Location: Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

Celebremos el Día de los muertos: mini piñatas / Celebrate Day of the Dead: Mini Piñatas 

Crea una piñata pequeñita y decórala con objetos encontrados y luego llénala con pequeños premios. Se proveerán los materiales. Los niños menores de 2do. grado pueden asistir acompañados por un adulto.

For families. Create a tiny piñata from found objects and decorate it, then fill it with small prizes. Materials provided. Children younger than grade 2 may attend if accompanied by an adult.

October 31, 2015, Saturday - Mill City Farmers Market

Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Location: 704 South 2nd Street

Today at Mill City Farmers Market: Halloween Harvest Festival

Produce Planner
Apples (Haralson, Honeycrisp, Sweet 16, Chestnut crabs, Keepsake, Regent, Honey Gold, & more), beets, bell peppers, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celeriac, chives, cilantro, cippollini onions, cucumbers, dill, eggplant, fennel, garlic, ginger, grapes, green beans, heirloom dried beans, huckleberries, kale, leeks, lemongrass, mushrooms, oregano, pac choi, parsley, parsnips, peanuts, potatoes, pumpkins, radicchio, radishes, romanesco, rutabagas, sage, salad mix, scallions, shallots, shiitake, shiso, spinach, squash (delicata, acorn, butternut, carnival, kabocha, spaghetti), Swiss chard, tarragon, thyme, tomatillos, tomatoes, turnips, watercress, zucchini, and much more!!

Mill City Cooks 10 AM:
Market Chefs Jenny Breen and Heather Hartman

Live Music 11 AM - 1PM:
MCFM welcomes back Light of the Moon today! This eclectic collaboration serves up a wide range of roots music from theAmerican South, ranging from Appalachian tunes and Old-time country, Country Blues and Swing…on banjo, guitars, harmonicas, feet, voices, tinwhistle, and more!

Kids Activity - all day:
Power of Produce - Kids ages 5-12 get a free $5 voucher to be spent on a fruit or veggie of their choosing just for trying a raw veggie! Stop by the PoP Booth for more information.

Art Market - All day:
Featuring The Abbey, Christy Wetzig, Barnswallow Garden, and Old World Cabinet.

October 31, 2015, Saturday - Family History Fair 2015 at Central Library

Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Location: Central Library, Doty Board Room, 300 Nicollet Mall

Family History Fair 2015 at Central Library

Connect with expert genealogists and learn about state, local and library resources; learn to identify clues to your family history; find out how to use and evaluate DNA for family connections, and more. Visit resource tables, attend presentations and learn how to start your family genealogy. Register today.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Minneapolis Central Library and presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Genealogical Society.

Schedule of events:

9-9:30 a.m.
•Visit participating groups and resource tables

9:30-10:30 a.m.
•Welcome and Keynote: How Can I Find My Family? (Presenter: Cathi Weber) What kinds of resources are available and how can you access them to find out more about your ancestors? Learn how to use the clues in what you know to locate information in other records.

11 a.m.-noon
•Get Started in Genealogy: Me, Mom, Dad, Grandpa... (Presenter: Linda Westrom) Beginning genealogists start with the most available and accessible information — themselves. Although we think we know the basic info about our parents, grandparents, great grandparents, is it accurate? Are the family stories we've always heard accurate? Thus begins a fascinating opportunity to learn more about our heritage.
•Using DNA for Family History Research (Presenter: Alice Eichholz) DNA testing can provide helpful support for traditional genealogical research, bolster weak paper trails and disprove hypotheses about relationships. Learn about the available tests — Y, mitochondrial, and autosomal — and the testing companies that offer them so you can determine the most effective way to spend your DNA dollar.
•Genealogy Sources From Worldwide Libraries (Presenter: Joan Krey) Discover free genealogy resources including WorldCat, HathiTrust, Google Books, and American Memory, with information about the nuts and bolts of ordering materials through interlibrary loan.

12:45-1:45 p.m.
• Resources Free With Your Library Card (Presenter: Jeanne Bielke-Rodenbiker) Tax dollars pay for some fantastic online genealogy resources. Learn how access genealogical records and sources through Hennepin County libraries.
•Let’s Talk Lineage — Societies You Can Join (Presenter: Lois Abromitis Mackin) Do you have ancestors who sailed on the Mayflower? Fought in the American Revolution, the War of 1812 or the Civil War? Were they early settlers of Virginia, Wisconsin, Minnesota or other states? Learn about hereditary and lineage associations you and your family members may be eligible to join, and walk through the process of preparing an application.
• Free Online Genealogy Databases With a Focus on Minnesota Records (Presenter: Shirleen Hoffman) Expand your family history tool box with these 10 favorite no-cost genealogy websites.

2-3 p.m.
•Mining for Family History Treasures on FamilySearch.org (Presenter: Kim Ashford) Many researchers only scratch the surface of this free website and miss out on the wealth of information it contains. Learn how to dig deep and unearth valuable information to assist you in researching your family history.
•Finding Your Family in Newspapers (Presenter: J.H. Fonkert) Newspapers can be a great place to find interesting information and details about your family, from obituaries to stories of accidents to accolades. They are also a way to learn more about the social history of a community.
•Tour Minneapolis Central Library genealogy resources with Minneapolis Central librarians

October 31, 2015, Saturday - Halloween Frankenstein Pop-Out Books! at MCBA

Time:  1:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: Minnesota Center for Book Arts, 1011 Washington Avenue South

Halloween Frankenstein Pop-Out Books!

Celebrate Halloween at MCBA by making Frankenstein Pop-Out Books! Fold and cut your own creation. This inventive book leaves you plenty of space for your own electrifying tale. Get ready for a Monster of a good time!

Adult/child pair: $32 ($29 members) + $6 supply fee; additional participant (adult or child): $16 ($14.50 members) + $3 supply fee. For families with children grades K and up.

For information and to register: http://www.mnbookarts.org/event-registration/?ee=741.

October 31, 2015, Saturday - Trick or Treating at Washington Avenue Lofts

Time: 4:30pm – 6:00pm

Location: 801 Washington Avenue North (entrance is on Eighth Avenue)

Trick or Treating at Washington Ave Lofts

Washington Avenue Lofts is hosting their immensely successful annual indoor trick-or-treating event for all downtown families.

Doors open at 4:30 to socialize and admire costumes. Trick or treating from 5 - 6 pm.

October 30, 2015, Friday - Live Show: Wendy's Wiggle, Jiggle and Jam at Central Library

Time: 10 a.m.

Location: Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

Live Show: Wendy's Wiggle, Jiggle and Jam!

For families. Get creative with fabulous musical fun. Everyone in the audience will get a chance to be a star on stage. Come dressed in your Halloween costume to add to the fun.

October 30, 2015, Friday - Live Music at Aster Cafe

Time: 9:00pm $10

Aster Cafe, 125 Main Street SE

Tonight: Annie Fitzgerald + Nick Hensley (aka Love Songs for Angry Men)

 

October 28, 2015, Wednesday - Documentary on Preserving the Lakota Language at Mill City Museum

Times: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 2nd Street South

Free

View a New Documentary on Preserving the Lakota Language

View an advanced screening of Rising Voices/Hothaŋiŋpi, a new documentary that tells the story of members of the Lakota community and outside linguists who are working together to save the Lakota language and restore it to its rightful place in Lakota, and American, culture. Told through the voices of a wide range of Lakota people who share their feelings about their language and the myriad challenges facing their community, the film also incorporates four short films created by Lakota filmmakers and artists. Each short film gives a perspective on how finding one’s authentic “language” connects a person to a deeper sense of culture. Rising Voices offers a snapshot into a day-to-day struggle of one of the biggest Native American nations, and illuminates the problem of ancestral language loss. 

The screening will include remarks by local leaders in language preservation, including Dakota language instructor Šišóka Dúta (Joe Bendickson). Beginning at 6:30 pm, enjoy music by Kevin Locke, a master hoop dancer and preeminent player of the indigenous North American flute, who composed, arranged and performed much of the music in Rising Voices/Hótȟaŋiŋpi. Kevin also served as musical adviser to the film production team. The screening will begin at 7 pm. 

The film is presented by Florentine Fills/Hott Productions in asssociation with the The Language Conservancy. The Language Conservancy is a nonprofit organization that works with Native American tribes to preserve their ancestral languages by providing educational materials, teacher trainings, dictionaries and other materials that assist in language revitalization. This project is funded by Vision Maker Media with major funding provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the Administration for Native Americans, the Dakota Indian Foundation, the South Dakota Humanities Council, and the North Dakota Humanities Council. Rising Voices is presented and distributed nationally by American Public Television (APT) and will premiere on public television stations nationwide beginning November 1, 2015. 

October 27, 2015, Tuesday - Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission Public Meeting

Time: 4:30pm

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

More Info

October 26, 2015, Monday - Mississippi Minute Film Festival at the Mill City Museum

Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 South 2nd Street

Sitting within blocks of thousands of Minneapolis workers, residents and visitors is one of the greatest natural wonders in the world: the Mississippi River. And too many people don’t realize it’s there.

The Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership invites you to make the invisible visible using the engaging medium of film. Create a vision that tugs at heartstrings or makes people laugh, that showcases an appreciation for – or the future potential of – the riverfront in Minneapolis.  Most important, inform, energize, and inspire our citizenry to action -­ all in 60 seconds!

Click here for details.

October 25, 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