November 17, 2013, Sunday - "Best Laid Plans" Murder Mystery at Old Spaghetti Factory

Time: 5:00pm

Location: Old Spaghetti Factory, 233 Park Avenue (and Washington Avenue South)

"Best Laid Plans"

Join The Murder Mystery Company as we journey back in time to the glamorous 1930's with, "Best Laid Plans".

Get all dolled up for an evening of "Old Hollywood Style" fun as you mingle with the who's whos of society. Be careful though, as someone in the room is guilty of a terrible crime. Bring your friends, family and don't forget your detective skills to help solve the case!

Information and tickets.

November 17, 2013, Sunday - Second Story Reading Series: Laura Ruby and Carrie Mesrobian at The Loft

Time: 2:00pm

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

Second Story Reading Series: Laura Ruby and Carrie Mesrobian

Volunteer curated by children’s authors Swati Avasthi and Heather Bouwman, Second Story is the Loft’s reading series for young adult, middle-grade, and picture book authors. Perfect for families and readers of all ages, Second Story pairs an up-and-coming author with a more established voice in children’s literature. October's Second Story event pairs authors Laura Ruby and Carrie Mesrobian.

Laura Ruby writes fiction for adults, teens and children. Titles include the Edgar-nominated children's mystery Lily’s Ghosts (now updated for 2011), the ALA Quick Pick for teens Good Girls (2006), and a collection of interconnected short stories about blended families for adults, I’m Not Julia Roberts (2007). She makes her home in the Chicago area.

Carrie Mesrobian is the author of the young adult novel Sex & Violence, which Kirkus called “utterly gripping” in its starred review. Her second novel, Perfectly Good White Boy, will be published in fall of 2014, also by Carolrhoda Lab. Mesrobian holds an MFA from the Rainier Writers Workshop and regularly teaches classes at The Loft Literary Center. Visit her online at carriemesrobian.com.

November 16, 2013, Saturday - Washburn A Mill Tour at Mill City Museum

Times: 1:00pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 2nd Street South

Fee: $14 adults, $12 seniors and college students, $10 children ages 6-17 and MHS members. Tour includes museum admission.

Reservations: required, call 612-341-7555 or register online.

Take an in-depth look at the historic Washburn A Mill complex and the award-winning Mill City Museum building. A museum interpreter will take visitors into the building’s many nooks and crannies, highlighting the lives of the men and women who worked there, how the building functioned during its peak flour milling years and the many changes to the building over time.

This is the only opportunity for a guided tour through the entire museum building and the only chance to see some of its non-public spaces. The tour includes admission to the museum gallery, Baking Lab, Water Lab and Flour Tower show.

November 16, 2013, Saturday - 12th Annual Book Arts Festival at MCBA

Time: 10:00am to 5:00pm

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

12th Annual Book Arts Festival at MCBA's studios and The Shop at MCBA

2013 marks the TWELFTH BIG YEAR of this exciting annual event, offering the most unique holiday shopping in town! The Book Arts Festival at MCBA celebrates the art of the book in Minnesota and beyond, and features dozens of local and regional artists displaying and selling handmade books, journals, paper, prints and gifts. Browse hundreds of unique items and find the perfect gift for everyone on your list -- heck, you could even pick up a little something for yourself. You've been good.

Festivities include artist demonstrations, free hands-on artmaking activities for all ages, wintry refreshments and more.

The Festival is always free and open to the public!

November 16, 2013, Saturday - Spotlight Series at MacPhail

Time: 8:00pm

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

The MacPhail Spotlight Series showcases the exceptional talents of MacPhail teaching artists and special guests, providing an intimate listening experience in MacPhail's Antonello Hall. Under the artistic direction of Mischa Santora, this series will be brought to life with collaborations from some of the Twin Cities' finest artists.

Tonights Spotlight: Musical Journeys from Paris to New York

Revel in the cultural contrasts and similarities of this musical journey between the two iconic cities of Paris and New York. This program captures the excitement and energy from the Big Apple to the sights and sounds of the French capital in the 1920s and beyond. Featuring performances by faculty members Lucinda Marvin, violin; Greg Theisen, piano; Tom Pieper, bass; Paul Babcock, drums; Greg Keel, saxophone; Vicky Mountain, vocals; Pinar Basgőze, piano; Susana Pinto, piano. Special guests Henry Lebedinsky, harpsichord; and Christina Baldwin and Dominique Serrand from The Moving Company will also be featured.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 612-767-5250 or by visiting our Minneapolis, White Bear Lake, Chanhassen or Apple Valley locations. Detailed program information can be found in our series brochure that will be available for download on our website.

November 16, 2013, Saturday - Bluegrass Brunch at Aster Cafe

Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm No Cover

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 Main Stree SE

Bluegrass Brunch featuring:  High 48s

November 16, 2013, Saturday - Childish Films at Central Library

Time: Doors open at 10:00am for seating, snacks and activities; films begin at 10:30am. 

Location: Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

Now in its 6th year, Childish Films @ the Library is a free program of children's cinema and arts for all ages. Each screening features a pre-show activity, an educational introduction for children's film fans and complimentary healthy snacks. 
 
Childish Films takes place the third Saturday of each month at Minneapolis Central Library. Here's the slate of programs scheduled for the Fall/Winter 2013 Season:

• November 16: Celebrating Aardman. Enjoy pre-show music from Dave Salmela and friends. Watch award-winning clay animation films from world-renowned Aardman Animations of U.K. - featuring the beloved characters Wallace and Gromit.
• December 21: The Gruffalo's Child. Decorate your own cookie with Whole Foods Market staff. View the sequel release of "The Gruffalo."

Sponsors: Minnesota Parent, Whole Foods Market, Weston Woods Studio and Crash +Sues.

November 16, 2013, Saturday - NE Holiday Boutique Crawl

Time: 10:00am - 6:00pm

For a list of the shops in the crawl, the map, and a gamecard, check out the official website.

  

November 16, 2013, Saturday - Taste Twin Cities Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Tour

Time: 2:00pm

Location: Begins at LaSalle Plaza (800 LaSalle Plaza), located on Hennepin Ave between 8th & 9th Street; ends at Metro Building (80 9th Street S).

Taste Twin Cities Food Tours

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.

•Indoor 3 hour walking tour in the heart of downtown Minneapolis using the skyway system
•Saturdays at 2:30pm; during the Holiday Season Friday and Saturday at 2:30pm
•Flat route with slight inclines and declines, approximately .8 of a mile, bathrooms available at some stops
•5 stops, with 10-12 tastings
•Tour limited to 12 people, advance tickets required. Private tours available 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

Register

November 15, 2013, Friday - Family Storytime at Central Library (Fridays thru November 22)

Time: 10:30am

Location: Central Library, Children's Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

For children age 2 and up. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement with your children.

November 15, 2013, Friday - Live Music at Crooked Pint

Time: 9:00pm

Location: Crooked Pint Ale House, 501 Washington Avenue South

Tonight:  Hookers $ Blow 
 
Rocking dance grooves from 60s and 70s R & B. With a rotating cast, the band is literally a super group of Twin Cities musicians, featuring current and former members of The Honeydogs, Soul Asylum, The Bodeans, Prairie Home Companion Band, The Dollys and more. Famous for epic high-energy shows that will keep fans on their feet for hours, Hookers $ Blow is a staple of the local club and party scene. Hookers $ Blow has been awarded the Minneapolis Music Award for Best Cover Band countless times and continues to attract new fans with every show.

November 15, 2013, Friday - Live Music at Aster Cafe

Time: 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm $8

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 Main Stree SE

Tonight: Nels Leafblad

November 14, 2013, Thursday - Kiss of Fire at Southern Theater (3 nights)

Time: Doors 7:00pm, Shows 8:00pm

Location: Southern Theater, 1420 Washington Avenue South

Revel in an evening of passionate song and mesmerizing dance, including modern, jazz, and flamenco. Be seduced by the siren and her infamous Kiss of Fire!
 
Karen Vieno Paurus, Minnesota Female Vocalist of the Year award recipient and one of the Twin Cities' most renowned cabaret performers, takes the stage at the Southern Theater for a brand new show featuring the sultry chanteuse herself, a live band, and a cast of stunning dancers.
 
November 14 –16
 
Tickets
$25 General Admission with pre-purchase http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/487330
$35 at door night of event.
 
For venue specific info, please contact Damon Runnals at The Southern Theater: (612) 340- 0155 x310  damon@southerntheater.org

November 14, 2013, Thursday - Water Works Community Meeting at Nicollet Island Pavilion

Time:  6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Nicollet Island Pavilion

Discover and discuss Water Works emerging concepts.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board will be hosting a community meeting about the Central Mississippi Riverfront, where SCAPE and Rogers Partners from the Water Works Design Team will be featured guests.
 
The Design Team has been working on the design framework and concept scenarios for Water Works since their last visit in September, and they will share their work at the Nov. 14 meeting.

Join us to engage in the conversation about Water Works and the Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park, discover emerging concepts developed following the last community input meeting, and learn about next steps.   Continue to get feedback on concept work for Historic Main Street, presentation of the East Bank Interpretive Plan, and presentation by the Water Works Team.

Agenda to be posted to project page prior to meeting.

November 14, 2013, Thursday - Sounds Like Home Benefit for People Serving People at Triple Rock Social Club

Time: 7:00pm
 
Location: Triple Rock Social Club, 629 Cedar Avenue
 
People Serving People is continuing their mission of helping families find their way home. In partnership with 89.3 The Current, the organization is hosting the 2nd annual Sounds Like Home concert at The Triple Rock Social Club in Minneapolis on Friday, November 14, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. with multiple bands performing.

Local musician, Astronautalis will headline the evening. As a genre-bending artist that started in music over 15 years ago as a battle rapper, Astronautalis’ roots are planted firmly in hip-hop. Astronautalis and Doomtree’s P.O.S. have joined forces to create Four Fists. On October 8, 2013 you can find their 7-inch single release via Doomtree Records. Additional performances include: Night Moves (Electro-Glam-Folk-Rock), Fort Wilson Riot (Indie-Pop-Prog-Rock) and Strange Names (Pop-Visual-Alternative).

All proceeds from the concert will go directly towards People Serving People’s programming for homeless children and their families. Family homelessness continues to rise, and People Serving People sheltered 1,235 families last year. More than 2,500 volunteers and donors support the futures of homeless children and their families at People Serving People, but more help is required. This concert will raise more needed support for homeless children.

“As 2013 draws to a close, the number of homeless children and families at People Serving People continues to grow,” Daniel Gumnit, People Serving People Executive Director said. “We depend on the generosity of Minnesotans donating their time, money and expertise to make a positive difference in the lives of the children we serve. By working together, we can get serious about ending the cycle of poverty and homelessness for these families.”

The public can purchase tickets online a www.peopleservingpeople.org.

November 13, 2013, Wednesday - Community Advisory Committee (CAC) Meeting to Gather Public Input for the Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park Master Plan at Mill City Museum

Time:  6:00pm to 7:45pm

Location – Mill City Museum ADM Conference Room - 704 South 2nd Street 55401

The Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board will host the third Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting to gather public input for the Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park Master Plan. This meeting will focus on Father Hennepin Park and Historic Main Street and its connections. Open to the public; please join us!

CAC Meeting #3:

Meeting Info – Continue to get feedback on concept work for Historic Main Street, Presentation of West River Road/James I Rice Parkway trail reconstruction by MPRB Project Manager, Presentation by the Water Works Team. Agenda to be posted to project page prior to meeting.

The Park Board encourages the public to attend CAC meetings to share ideas, concerns and priorities with the Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park design team.

Also, MPRB will host a public open house with a similar agenda. Appointed CAC members are welcome to attend if they wish. Information gathered at public meetings will be shared at regular CAC meetings.

November 13, 2013, Wednesday - A Sip of Science at Aster Cafe

Time: 5:30pm

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 SE Main Street

A SIP OF SCIENCE bridges the gap between science and culture in a setting that bridges the gap between brain and belly. Food, beer, and learning are on the menu in a happy hour forum in which researchers pair with musicians, artists and storytellers to put science in context through storytelling.

November Sip of Science: Duluth Stream Geomorphology and Solstice Flood of 2012
Dr. Karen Gran,  University of Minnesota Duluth
 
Roads and retaining walls collapsed. Cars were sucked into giant sinkholes. A seal escaped the local zoo and was found in traffic.  In June 2012, the Duluth area experienced widespread flash flooding, amounting to a 500-year flood event.  The floodwaters caused severe damage to infrastructure, stream banks eroded, bluffs failed, and massive quantities of large woody debris swept downstream.  How did this happen?  With the November Sip of Science, Dr. Karen Gran will cover some background on streams in the Duluth-area, how the geomorphology of these streams can affect their response to floods, and provide some perspective on how the floods have impacted the streams in the Duluth area.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Dr. Karen Gran is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Minnesota Duluth.  She got her Ph.D. from the University of Washington, M.S. from the University of Minnesota, and B.A. from Carleton College.  Her research focuses on river geomorphology, including how channels evolve under changing conditions, from volcanic eruptions to land use changes.

This talk takes place during happy hour at the Aster Cafe - Food and Drink Available for Purchase.

November 12, 2013, Tuesday - Public Hearing re: Ryan Companies Proposed East Downtown Development

Time: 4:30pm

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

The Public Hearing regarding Ryan Development Companies proposed redevelopment project for properties in the Downtown East neighborhood is scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, at 4:30 p.m., in Room 317 at City Hall.

Public Hearing Notice

Rick Collins, VP of Development with Ryan Companies US, Inc., has submitted the following land use applications for the properties located at 627, 701, 713, and 719 3rd St., S.; 500, 501, 521, 628, 700, 716 and 728 4th St. S; 301, 329, 416 and 425 Portland Avenue; 520 5th St. S.; and 350 Park Avenue.

• Conditional use permit for a planned unit development that includes approximately 1.5 million square feet of office space, approximately 20,000 square feet of commercial space, 2013 units and a principal parking facility.
• Site plan review
• Preliminary Plat (PL-279)

Interested parties are invited to attend and be heard. Planning Department staff will issue a recommendation to the Planning Commission. After hearing from the public, the Planning Commission will make a determination based on required legal findings of fact.

November 12, 2013, Tuesday - Let's Talk About It: Muslim Journeys at Central Library

Time: 7:00pm - 8:45pm

Location: Central Library, Pohlad Hall, 300 Nicollet Mall

Let's Talk About It: Muslim Journeys

Join Giancarlo Casale in discussions on the histories, faiths and cultures of Muslims. Casale is associate professor of the history of the Islamic world at the University of Minnesota. Register and learn about the books being read at: Muslim Journeys.

Sponsored by the University of Minnesota Libraries - Twin Cities. Made possible through a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities in cooperation with the American Library Association. In collaboration with the Hennepin-University Partnership.

November 12, 2013, Tuesday - Dome Running

Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location: The Dome (upper level)

Dome Running

This is the last year of Dome Running as we know it. Please join us in the 31st year!

Dome running is every Tuesday and Thursday through December 26. The remaining dates for 2013 are: November 12, 19, 21, 28. December 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 26.

Cost is $1. Enter at Gate D, free parking in the upper Dome lot.

For questions contact Rick Recker at 612 375-0805.