July 31, 2015, Friday - Riverfront Fest at Ole Olson Park

Friday, July 31, 2015

5:30 PM to Sunset

Ole Olson Park, 2325 West River Rd, Minneapolis

Sponsored by the Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and the Minneapolis East Exchange Club.

Join us on the night of the Blue Moon for the third annual Riverfront Fest at Ole Olson Park.  In addition to your favorite local food trucks and craft beer, Wain McFarlane and Dreadlock Cowboy and the Fattenin Frogs will be the featured bands.  New this year is a Boat Ballet on the Mississippi River.

July 31, 2015, Friday - Mississippi River Boat Ballet

Time: 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Location: Ole Olson Park, 2325 West River Road

Mississippi River Boat Ballet

Patrick Scully is organizing the Boat Ballet, assisted by Kalen Keir

Patrick Scully is a fiscal year 2015 recipient of an Artist Initiative grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is make possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

This is Patrick's second Boat ballet. The first was in Potsdam Germany, on the Havel River in 2010, presented as the opening event of fabrik/Potsdam's 20th Annual International Dance Festival.

Anyone interested in being part of the boat ballet is encouraged to sign up above under tickets, you may also contact Patrick Scully at patrick@patrickscully.org  You do not need to have a boat to participate. We have a range of boats for which we are looking for people to paddle. You can see a video of an earlier Boat Ballet choreographed by Patrick at http://www.patrickscully.org/touring/#section-works.

July 30, 2015, Thursday - Minnesota Monthly Fine Spirits Classic 2015

Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Location: Minneapolis Events Center, 212 Second Street SE

Minnesota Monthly Fine Spirits Classic 2015

Minnesota Monthly invites you to join them for the fourth annual Minnesota Monthly Fine Spirits Classic! Sample high-end spirits from around the world, enjoy gourmet bites, and be entertained by local bartenders. The event will include: multiple mixology stations presented by Bittercube, featuring local bartenders from the North Star Bartender’s Guild; cocktail tasting and high-end spirits sampling from around the world; heavy hors d’oeuvres from local restaurants including La Grolla, Bloomington Chop House and Eat Street Social; and education from top Spirits representatives and mixologists.

Information and tickets http://www.minnesotamonthly.com/Minnesota-Monthly-Events/Minnesota-Monthly-Fine-Spirits-Classic-2015

July 30, 2015, Thursday - Hennepin Island Hydropower Tour with the Mill City Museum

Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm, approx. 1.5 miles

Location: Meet at 125 Main Street SE (at the green awning between Pracna on Main and the Aster Café).

Future dates: August 13th & 27th

$14 adults, $12 senior citizens & college students, $10 children ages 6-17 and MHS members. Includes a voucher for museum admission. Tickets on sale online or at 612-341-7555.

Mill City Museum and Xcel Energy will partner on a series of weekday walking tours highlighting the story of waterpower at St. Anthony Falls, including rare access to an operating power plant.

During the early 20th century over two dozen mills and hydroelectric plants used the water power from St. Anthony Falls. Today there is just one left: Xcel Energy’s Hennepin Island Hydroelectric Plant. On this tour of Hennepin Island and Father Hennepin Bluffs Park led by a Mill City Museum guide, participants will get special access to this power plant. Along the way participants will learn about the historic uses of waterpower at the falls for flour milling, sawmilling, and hydroelectricity, the role of hydroelectricity in Xcel Energy’s green energy and energy efficiency initiatives, and the future of waterpower on the Minneapolis riverfront.

July 30, 2015, Thursday - Twin Cities River Rats Waterski Show

The 2015 Twin Cities River Rats shows are scheduled for 7pm most Thursday nights through August 27, and take place at 1758 West River Road N (between the Plymouth and Broadway bridges).

About the Show

6:30pm – Development show - Our members under the age of 18 and our new members get the opportunity to perform for the crowd before jumping into the “big” show.

7:00pm – The Big Show! - The ski show is a 1 hour long themed-show. In between daring and beautiful acts on water, a storyline unfolds. We encourage audience participation and love applause!

8:00pm – Photos! - Photo opportunities with the cast of the show, visit with the skiers, and even take a ride in our “triple-rig” boat (for a price!)

The River Rats perform an hour long show combining various water skiing acts with skits and music. Our acts include Barefooting, Pyramids, Doubles, and more. All shows are free and concessions are available. Click Here to see our Schedule.

July 30, 2015, Thursday - Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market at The Grain Belt

Time: 4:00pm – 7:00pm

Location: The Grain Belt Apartments, 1215 Marshall Street NE

Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market at The Grain Belt 

Thursdays thru September 24th

The Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market is pleased to announce the opening of a new weekday market at The Grain Belt Apartments.

Enjoy the same great live music while visiting with new friends and familiar faces. We’ll bring you fresh, locally grown produce, flowers, baked goods, jam, specialty foods, cold treats, a food truck and more.

July 29, 2015, Wednesday - Summer Arts Workshop for Adults: MYSTERIES OF THE MISSISSIPPI at Mill City Museum

Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 2nd Street South

Summer Arts Workshop for Adults: MYSTERIES OF THE MISSISSIPPI

An art and architecture journey along the Mississippi River, incorporating historical and cultural elements. Documented through onsite photography and shared river stories culminating in an online photo exhibition. Picnic at Gold Medal Park. Bring your own lunch or purchase from the Mill City Café. Wear layers and comfortable clothing & shoes for walking (up to2 miles). Bring your camera or cell phones with camera capabilities.

Featured Artists: Susan Armington, Visual Artist / Storyteller & Aaron Rubenstein, Tour Guide/ Historic Preservationist

Space is limited. For more information and to register, visit: http://www.sabesjcc.org/summer-arts-workshop.php

July 29, 2015, Wednesday - WomenVenture Small Business Showcase on Peavy Plaza

July 28, 2015, Tuesday - Music & Movies at Father Hennepin Bluff Park

Time: Music 7:00pm

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

Tonights entertainment: (See website in case of scheduling changes.)

Music:
July 28 Sabby White
August 04 Compost Sleeping Bag
August 11 Matt Hannah
August 18 The Knotty Pines
August 25 Manny Phesto
September 1 Doug Otto & the Getaways

Movies:
July 28 Christmas Vacation
August 04 TCBFF Presents: Little White Lie
August 11 The Hundred Foot Journey
August 18 Million Dollar Arm
August 25 Top Gun

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 of you, your family and friends enjoying the concerts and movies on the facebook page Support the artists by picking up a CD or other merchandise.

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!

July 28, 2015, Tuesday - 4th Annual Sake Series: Sake 101 at Aster Cafe

Time: Eric Swanson’s Sake 101 presentation will begin promptly at 6:00pm

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 SE Main Street

The 4th Annual Sake Series - Sake 101

If you have ever wondered how to read sake labels or how to select one to your liking, this is your opportunity to learn all about sake from an expert. Eric Swanson has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the world of sake in Japan, the United States, and internationally, and he is happy to share a bit of what he knows!

Come and learn how sake is made, what type of rice is used, and how to select sake. Not only can you have all of your questions about sake answered, but after the special presentation “Sake 101″ you can also taste a variety of sake carefully selected and presented by Eric Swanson from Wirtz Beverage, Toshi Kojima from SakeStory, and a representative from Joto Sake.

More Info and Tickets

July 27, 2015, Monday - Neighborhood Walking Group (Meets at Gold Medal Park)

This is simply an informal gathering of neighbors - the group decides the route.  :)

July 26, 2015, Sunday - Live Music at Aster Cafe

Time: 8:00pm-10:00pm   $5

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 Main Street SE

Tonight: Off the Cuff: Improvisational Jazz

Off the Cuff is a monthly event held at the Aster Cafe, seeking to explore collaboration between Twin Cities musicians and artists in an improvisational setting. Each night features two new and unique sets of local indie musicians from different backgrounds collaborating on the spot. The artist lineup will be fluid and varied, drawing from indie circuits such as pop, rock, electronic, hip hop, r&b and jazz. The series will be curated by local bassist Andrew Foreman.

July 26, 2015, Sunday - NE Brewer's Block Party

Time: 2:00pm - 9:00pm

Location: Sociable Cider Werks, 1500 Fillmore Street NE

Sociable's second annual NE Brewer's block party!

Free event for all ages

If you will be imbibing we ask that you purchase a wrist band for $1 or with a non-perishable food item to support the Southern Anoka Community Assistance food shelf

Bike valet courtesy of Recovery Bike Shop

Beer, cider and spirits from your favorite NE MPLS establishments:
Sociable Cider Werks
Wander North Distillery, LLC
56 Brewing...
612BREW
NorthGate Brewing
Indeed Brewing Company
Insight Brewing
Fair State Brewing Cooperative
Fulton Beer
Bauhaus Brew Labs
Bent Brewstillery

Live music:
2-2:45 Blue Groove
3-3:45 Sam Cassidy
4-4:45 ENEMY PLANES
5-5:45 Baby Shel
6-6:45 Southside Desire
7-7:45 Minnesota Orchestra (The Brass Boys)
8-8:45 (ITS A SECRET...Thats not a band name)

Eats Provided by:
Curious Goat
Tatanka Truck
Simply Steve's Mobile Food Truck
The Anchor Fish & Chips
Scratch Kitchen
Gastrotruck

Hosted in collaboration with Red Stag Supperclub.

Interested in getting your run on before the event? Check out this fun run that gives you VIP access to the event. 

July 26, 2015, Sunday - Paint Nite at Mattie's on Main

Time:  7:00pm

Location: Mattie's on Main, 43 Main Street SE

Paint Nite

Artist:  Vivian Aronson

No experience required! Just follow along while our Social Painting Instructor guides you step-by-step through the featured painting in about two hours. If you’re feeling creative, change the colors to suit your décor or go completely rogue. We provide all the painting supplies: a 16”x20” canvas, acrylic paint, brushes, smock, music, and a good time.

Come out early to enjoy dinner or cocktails before we get started, just let them know you’re with Paint Nite. Secure your seats 15 minutes before start time, especially if part of a large group. Food and drinks are available for purchase from the venue and NOT included in the ticket price. Outside food and drink are not allowed - NO BYOB. Events are for adults, 21+ only.

July 26, 2015, Sunday - Railroad History Tour at Mill City Museum

Times: 1:00pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 2nd Street South

Railroad History Tour

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

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

Beginning with the arrival of Minnesota’s first rail line in 1862, Minneapolis boomed in population. Flour milling, lumber production and warehousing took off as a rail network extended throughout the Upper Midwest. Take a guided tour to discover the impact of railroads on the Mill City, visiting railroad landmarks such as the Stone Arch Bridge, Milwaukee Road Depot and the Minneapolis Eastern Railway engine house and trestle. Along the way find clues to the vanishing railroad landscape and learn about the future of Twin Cities rail.

The tour includes 1.5 miles of moderately paced walking on uneven surfaces. Please call ahead to make arrangements for guests with limited mobility. 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. Tours are held rain or shine.

Future dates: August 16th, September 13th

July 26, 2015, Sunday - Drag Brunch with The Madams at Mattie's on Main

Time:  11:00am - 2:00pm

Location: Mattie's on Main, 43 Main Street SE

Today: Drag Brunch with The Madams of Mattie’s

The marvel, the mystique - these queens serve it hot, fresh, and with the best brunch around. There’s something for everyone and more to spare!

If you’re looking for a good time on the town, look no further than the stage at Mattie’s!

Show starts at 11:30am with a rotating cast and a different theme each month! You’ll always be surprised, and never disappointed!

No Cover, All Ages!

July 26, 2015, Sunday - CorePower Yoga 'Take it Outside' at Aster Cafe

Time: 9am

Location:  Aster Cafe, 125 SE Main Street

2015 CorePower Yoga 'Take it Outside' Series 

Join us at the Aster Cafe and enjoy coffee or mimosas with brunch afterward! Bring your own mat. Free.

Future event:

ASTER CAFE
Sunday, August 9, 9:00am
Join us at the cafe and enjoy coffee or mimosas with brunch afterward! Bring your own mat. Free.

July 25, 2015, Saturday - The MOST Amazing Race (starts and ends at the Stone Arch Bridge)

The MOST Amazing Race is part of the Minneapolis Aquatennial celebration. This year it’s Saturday, July 25. The qualifying event takes place the morning of the race at the University of Minnesota. Team check-in is from 9:00 to 9:30 a.m. with the qualifying event starting at 10:00 a.m. The top 20 teams that qualify, along with up to 10 top fundraising teams, will continue on to The MOST Amazing Race that afternoon.

The starting line and the finish line for The MOST Amazing Race that afternoon are both at the end of the Stone Arch Bridge, located at West River Parkway and Portland Ave. in downtown Minneapolis. Team check-in is from 1:00 to 1:30 p.m with the race starting at 2:00 p.m. The race usually takes four to six hours to complete. After the race, we throw a big party for the racers and their families that culminates with the huge Aquatennial Target fireworks.

The Salvation Army’s 10th anniversary MOST Amazing Race is an Aquatennial event that takes teams all over Minneapolis on the way to the $5,000 finish line. The race has raised over $550,000 the past nine years for housing and food programs in the Twin Cities. 30 teams participate. 10 get in by being top fundraisers, 20 more arrive from the qualifier earlier in the day at the U of M.

The main race starts at the Stone Arch Bridge and typically takes four to six hours to complete. Like the race on TV, teams of two work through a series of physical and mental challenges. This year’s challenges are top secret, but past challenges have included jumping from the 10 meter platform at the U of M Aquatic Center, throwing pitches at Target Field and downing a “wasabi bomb” at a local sushi restaurant. Teams must complete a challenge to get a clue to the next one, and they can only use MetroTransit or their feet to get them to that location.

Teams finish at the Stone Arch Bridge just in time for dinner and the Aquatennial fireworks. Besides the $5,000 grand prize, other prizes are awarded to top fundraisers and finishers.

Photos/video will be posted on our social platforms and on AmazingRaceMN.org

Course Map: Race course is top-secret til day of race

July 25, 2015, Saturday - Target Aquatennial Fireworks Show

Time: Pre-fireworks festivities start at 6 pm, fireworks at 10 pm

Location: Along the Mississippi River in Downtown Minneapolis

One of the top five firework shows in the country, the Target Fireworks will light up the Minneapolis sky with a spectacular pyrotechnic display in celebration of the 2015 Aquatennial. The event brings hundreds of thousands of people to the Mill District along the Mississippi River, all joining together in the fun.

In addition to the amazing fireworks, enjoy pre-firework festivities along West River Parkway, between Portland Avenue and the Third Avenue Bridge starting at 6 pm.

July 25, 2015, 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 craft 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, home-made gelato, and nosh on savory European style baked bread as we stroll through the local Farmers Market.

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!

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