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Tuesday
Jul162013

July 16, 2013, Tuesday - Music & Movie in the Park at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park

Time: Music 7:00pm, Movies air 15 minutes after sundown.

Location: Father Hennepin Bluffs Park (East Bank of the Stone Arch Bridge)

Tonights entertainment: See website.

What to bring: Blanket or chair, sunblock and bugspray, picnic basket.

Reminders: Watch our facebook or twitter page for weather cancellations of the evening festivities. Post photos on our facebook page of you enjoying the concerts. Support the artists by picking up a CD or other merchandise.

Future dates:

July 23
July 30
August 6
August 13
August 20
August 27

Music & Movies in The Parks is produced by the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board. Enjoy more than 250 FREE concerts and movies in Minneapolis parks this summer!

Monday
Jul152013

July 15, 2013, Monday - Music in the Park at Nicollet Island Amphitheater

Time: 7:00pm

Location: Nicollet Island Amphitheater

What to bring: Blanket or chair, sunblock and bugspray, picnic basket.

Reminders: Watch our facebook or twitter page for weather cancellations of the evening festivities. Post photos on our facebook page of you enjoying the concerts. Support the artists by picking up a CD or other merchandise.

Tonights entertainment: See website

Music & Movies in The Parks is produced by the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board. Enjoy more than 250 FREE concerts and movies in Minneapolis parks this summer!

Future dates:

July 22
July 29
August 5
August 12
August 19
August 26

Monday
Jul152013

July 15, 2013, Monday - Mill City Summer Opera: The Barber of Seville at Mill City Museum

Time: 7:30 pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 South 2nd Street

Mill City Summer Opera: The Barber of Seville at Mill City Museum

Fee: $30-$150 (discount for MHS members).

Reservations: required, call 612-341-7582 or register online.

Mill City Summer Opera returns for its second season in the museum’s Ruin Courtyard with a production of Gioachino Rossini’s popular and comedic masterpiece, The Barber of Seville. Under the artistic direction of David Lefkowich, an outstanding cast and artistic team will present Rossini’s two-act tale of love, disguise, and deceit set against the backdrop of 18th-century Spain and just steps from the Mississippi River.

Food and beverage will be available for purchase by D’Amico Catering. In the event of rain, performances will move inside. Tickets go on sale May 20 at midnight online at tickets.mnhs.org, and at 10 a.m. by phone by calling 612-341-7582, or in person at the Museum’s ticket desk.

For more information visit http://www.millcitymuseum.org/opera.

Sunday
Jul142013

July 14, 2013, Sunday - Yoga in the Park at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Location: Father Hennepin Bluffs Park (intersection of SE Main and SE 6th Avenue, on the East Bank of the Stone Arch Bridge).

Looking for a way to take your sun salutations outside so you can truly salute the sun? The Downtown Minneapolis CorePower Yoga invites you to join them each Sunday for CorePower Yoga’s, “Yoga in the Park.” CorePower encourages yoga practioners to open their minds and join their breath and movements to the sound of music and nature all around us. All levels of yoga students are welcome and their hope is that you take this opportunity to not only practice yoga, but to find even deeper connections within your community!

These free classes will be held every Sunday starting June 2nd and running through August 25th. All classes are 10:00am – 11:00am at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park. Please call CorePower Yoga Downtown Minneapolis at 612-375-9642 with questions.

Items of note:
- Attendees should arrive 15-30 minutes prior to class starting for sign in purposes.
- Students are asked to bring their own mat, towel, water and SUNSCREEN! There is limited shade at the park.
- Classes will be lead by certified yoga instructors from downtown Minneapolis’ CorePower

Sunday
Jul142013

July 14, 2013, Sunday - East Hennepin: An Historic Walking Tour

Time: 10:00am – 11:15am

Location: Meet at corner of Main Street and East Hennepin

East Hennepin: An Historic Walking Tour

Every Sunday, June through September

The bustling commercial district surrounding East Hennepin Avenue has hosted many names throughout the years, but everyone knows its unforgettable landmarks . . . Surdyk’s, Nye’s, Kramarczuk’s, historic Main Street and Lourdes Church. Located across the Hennepin Bridge from Downtown, this neighborhood was originally platted in 1849 as the Town of St. Anthony Falls and later merged with the city of Minneapolis in 1872. Its proximity to the Mississippi River, Downtown, the University and Northeast and Southeast Minneapolis have made it an influential hub for transit, industry and commerce.

The last decade has brought dramatic change, and the area around East Hennepin is now considered one of the trendiest and most exciting places in Minneapolis to eat, shop and live. Join us for a “behind-the-scenes” history of the busy streets, unique businesses and colorful people that have shaped this popular walking neighborhood. Hear amazing stories told from the perspective of its residents, shopkeepers and local historians.

Come away with perspective on what life here might have actually felt like throughout the neighborhood’s most defining eras. The tour is a circle ending at the Ard Godfrey House nearby. Cost: $10. Guides will be Michael Rainville, Scott Parkin and/or Leslie Palmer-Ross.

Register

Sunday
Jul142013

July 14, 2013, Sunday - Twin Cities River Rats Waterski Shows

There are 3pm and 7pm Aquatennial Twin Cities River Rats shows at 1758 West River Road N (between the Plymouth and Broadway bridges).

The Twin Cities Rivers Rats describe their show as an aquatic Broadway musical featuring multiple water ski acts choreographed to music and built around a theme.

These are free events.

Sunday
Jul142013

July 14, 2013, Sunday - Minneapolis Riverfront Tour at the Mill City Museum

Time: 1:00pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 South 2nd Street

Minneapolis Riverfront Tour

Walk the Minneapolis riverfront and learn about its dramatic past and bright future. Participants will visit the historic district at St. Anthony Falls, which was once the milling center of the world and is now a growing cultural, recreational and residential neighborhood. A guide from Mill City Museum will lead visitors onto the Stone Arch Bridge for a spectacular view of the falls, the historic buildings surrounding it and downtown Minneapolis and tell stories of the people who have worked and lived in the area and how it has changed over the years. The tour begins and ends at Mill City Museum where participants can visit the museum gallery (included in the price of the tour) and enjoy refreshments at the Mill City Museum Café.

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

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

Saturday
Jul132013

July 13, 2013, Saturday - Taste Twin Cities Food Tours Minneapolis Riverwalk Tour

Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm

Location: Begins at Gold Medal Park (10th Avenue South & 2nd Street South), next to the Guthrie Theater - ends in Northeast Minneapolis

Hungry for an off-the-beaten path Minneapolis food experience? Join us as we explore one of the city's trendy and historical neighborhoods, Mill District and St. Anthony on Main in Northeast Minneapolis. You'll enjoy the afternoon sampling food at the first Thai restaurant in Minnesota, drinking local Minnesota brewed beer at the oldest restaurant in Minneapolis, and enjoy a local favorite - the cheese curds. You'll also enjoy mouth-watering pasta located in the historical Chase building, fresh baked European style bread at a local Farmers Market, home-made gelato, and lip smacking BBQ sliders from a historical restaurant that once operated as a mattress company.

Along with sampling food we will also visit the Mill City Museum, stroll by the Guthrie, and enjoy gorgeous views of St. Anthony Falls as we walk along the Stone Arch Bridge into historical St. Anthony on Main. You'll learn about the history of both these neighborhoods including a stroll along the oldest street in Minneapolis. You'll taste and chat with other food-loving guests, and leave the tour with an appreciation for these distinct neighborhoods that most tourist never see!

Reservations.

Follow Taste Twin Cities on Facebook and Twitter.

Saturday
Jul132013

July 13, 2013, Saturday - Mill City Farmers Market

Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm

Location: 704 South 2nd Street

Today at Mill City Farmers Market: Summer Grillin'

Produce Planner:
At the Market this Saturday, you will find: green beans, strawberries, sour cherries, red currants, herbs, arugula, kale, Swiss chard, head lettuce varietals, spinach, kohlrabi, asparagus, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, zucchini, summer squash, fresh mushrooms, black caps, baby bok choi, cilantro, mint, carrots, rhubarb, red and golden beets, cherry tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, spring greens salad mix, spring onions, radishes, cucumbers, turnips, and more!

Mill City Cooks, 10 am:
Chef Nick Schneider will be grilling up fresh caught wild salmon from Wild Run Salmon and lamb from Braucher’s Sunshine Harvest Farm with two delicious marinades: Miso Maridade and Mint Charmoula!  Learn which meats and veggies these marinades pair best with and wow your next dinner guests!

Live Music, 11am – 1pm:
MCFM is happy to welcome back New Distractions.  This eclectic four-piece band plays something for everyone!

Meet Your Vegetables Tasting Booth, all day:
Stop by our tasting booth this week for a free sample and recipe of a delicious summer salad: Dijon Sugar Snap Peas!

Art Market, all day:
Featuring Plantworn, Anna Metcalfe, Larissa Loden, and Crookedwood.

Sponsors: Thank you, 222 Hennepin and Allina Health!

Saturday
Jul132013

July 13, 2013, Saturday - Cross Country Cookout, Games, Music and 'The Sandlot' by Boom Island

Time: 1:00pm until 11:00pm.

Location: Scherer Brothers Property (corner of Sibley St NE and 8th Ave NE)  North of Boom Island. http://binged.it/134Ibxw

This summer HISTORY is taking BBQ to the next level with Cross-Country Cookout, featuring the 80-foot Ultimate Smoker and Grill. This is no ordinary backyard BBQ - the giant grill has the capacity to cook up 2,000 pounds of BBQ at once!

Enjoy Music, Games, BBQ and the movie 'The Sandlot'

Food Trucks: World Street Kitchen, Foxy Falafel, Chef Shack, Sushi Fix, Hola Arepa.

More Info: http://www.history.com/cookout

Saturday
Jul132013

July 13, 2013, Saturday - Midwest Tomato Fest

Time: 2:00pm-7:00pm

Location: 395 Portland Avenue South

We understand that this event seems wasteful, but in fact it is resourceful. Here is how:

There are many farmers that grow tomatoes within the United States... After every season there are tomatoes that spoil, are inedible, and therefore cannot be sold or given away to be consumed. Naturally, inedible tomatoes = waste. We figure if these tomatoes cannot be marked for human consumption, we will collect the “waste” from farmers and throw a great event. This event intends to be an annual festival for Midwest states that will help contribute to local economies. In addition, we will donate part of the proceeds to fight hunger to dedicated organizations. In the past two years, we have donated to local organizations that fight hunger. Instead of the tomatoes actually ending up as waste, we are recycling the tomatoes. We would never destroy perfectly good tomatoes.

Thank you,
Midwest Tomato Fest

Saturday
Jul132013

July 13, 2013, Saturday - SASS! Summer Art Splash Soiree at Northrup King Building

Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Location: Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson Street NE

 

Saturday
Jul132013

July 13, 2013, Saturday - Live Music at Crooked Pint

Time: 9:00pm

Location: Crooked Pint Ale House, 501 Washington Avenue South

Tonight: Salsa del Soul

Saturday
Jul132013

July 13, 2013, Saturday - Bluegrass Brunch at Aster Cafe

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

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 Main Stree SE

Bluegrass Brunch featuring: Adam Granger with Tom Schaefer

Saturday
Jul132013

July 13, 2013, Saturday - Twin Cities River Rats Waterski Shows

There are 3pm and 7pm Aquatennial Twin Cities River Rats shows at 1758 West River Road N (between the Plymouth and Broadway bridges).

The Twin Cities Rivers Rats describe their show as an aquatic Broadway musical featuring multiple water ski acts choreographed to music and built around a theme.

These are free events.

Saturday
Jul132013

July 13, 2013, Saturday - Mill City Summer Opera: The Barber of Seville at Mill City Museum

Time: 7:30 pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 South 2nd Street

Mill City Summer Opera: The Barber of Seville at Mill City Museum

Fee: $30-$150 (discount for MHS members).

Reservations: required, call 612-341-7582 or register online.

Mill City Summer Opera returns for its second season in the museum’s Ruin Courtyard with a production of Gioachino Rossini’s popular and comedic masterpiece, The Barber of Seville. Under the artistic direction of David Lefkowich, an outstanding cast and artistic team will present Rossini’s two-act tale of love, disguise, and deceit set against the backdrop of 18th-century Spain and just steps from the Mississippi River.

Food and beverage will be available for purchase by D’Amico Catering. In the event of rain, performances will move inside. Tickets go on sale May 20 at midnight online at tickets.mnhs.org, and at 10 a.m. by phone by calling 612-341-7582, or in person at the Museum’s ticket desk.

For more information visit http://www.millcitymuseum.org/opera.

Saturday
Jul132013

July 13, 2013, Saturday - Engineering the Falls: History Player William de la Barre Tour at the Mill City Museum

Time: 1:00pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 South 2nd Street

Engineering the Falls: History Player William de la Barre Tour

Take a walking tour of St. Anthony Falls led by costumed History Player William de la Barre, the Austrian engineer who spent half a century developing Minneapolis flour milling and waterpower. Participants will visit the Minneapolis Riverfront, the west side milling district and the Stone Arch Bridge, and hear about the many ways the falls has changed over the years. The tour will begin and end at Mill City Museum, where participants can visit the museum's gallery (included in the price of the tour).

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

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

Saturday
Jul132013

July 13, 2013, Saturday - Wilderness Inquiry Mississippi River Day Trip: Paddle with Explorer Ann Bancroft

Time: 9:30am – 2:30pm

Location: Meet at East River Flats

Wilderness Inquiry Mississippi River Day Trip: Paddle with Explorer Ann Bancroft

Join us for a day on the Mississippi River with preeminent polar explorer, Ann Bancroft. Ann has been involved with Wilderness Inquiry since she returned from her legendary 1986 North Pole expedition with Will Steger, where she became the first woman ever to cross the North Pole by sled and on foot. Ann is an author, educator, sought-after speaker and philanthropist and, we're very proud to say, a lifelong member of the WI Trail Staff.

Day trips are an introductory half-day canoe experience on the Mighty Mississippi River. They're a great way for you and your family to experience our community and its wild places from a whole new vantage point.

There is always more to nature than meets the eye and on this trip, you'll get a closer look at the amazing connections between the Mississippi River and the many native critters that depend on her. You'll travel by canoe with experienced river guides and a National Park Ranger for a great day of paddling and exploring river life. This is a unique, hands-on experience that's fun for the whole family!

We provide Voyageur canoes, safety and paddling equipment, experienced staff, and a shuttle. Please bring weather appropriate clothing and a bag lunch. Day trips involve and engage everyone regardless of their age, ability, or previous outdoor experience.

Proceeds from this event will provide scholarships for schools and youth groups to experience the Urban Wilderness Canoe Adventures Program.

$45 per person; youth 17 and under: $30.

For information and to register

Saturday
Jul132013

July 13, 2013, Saturday - The Socially Awkward Storyteller's Slideshow and Dance at The Soap Factory

Time: 7:00pm

Location: The Soap Factory, 514 2nd Street SE

Join us for a stories, drinks and only moderate awkwardness.
 
Visual storytellers from around the world are descending on the Twin Cities to attend the Summer Camp for Socially Awkward Storytellers at Alec Soth’s Little Brown Mushroom studio. At the end of the five-day event, these artists and writers will present a Pecha Kucha style slideshow of their work at The Soap Factory.

Free and open to the public (cash bar)
 
Emceed by comedian Brian Beatty with music by DJ Vu-Vu Zella.
 
With Alec Soth, Carrie Thompson, Brad Zellar, Jason Polan, Galen Fletcher, Ethan Jones, Hans Seeger, Delaney Allen, Horatio Baltz , Jeff Barnett-Winsby, Julian Bleecker, Elaine Bleakney, April Dobbins, Brad Farwell, Adam Forrester, Colin Matthes, Bucky Miller Diana Rangel, Jim Reed, Caitlin Warner,Tara Wray, Wenxin Zhang.

Friday
Jul122013

July 12, 2013, Friday - 2013 Aquatennial Kicks Off

 The 2013 Aquatennial is July 12-20. 

See website for details on all events.