November 29, 2018, Thursday - An Evening of Holiday Magic at Hotel Ivy

Time: 5:30p - 8:30p

Location: Hotel Ivy, 201 South 11th Street

An Evening of Holiday Magic

Elegant, timeless and simply unforgettable. There is no other time like the Holidays, and no place quite like Hotel Ivy to celebrate. From our legendary lobby decor, to the festive menus and turndown delights, every little detail captures the magic of this special time.

We invite you to join us for a simply unforgettable Holiday Event. The Bar at Hotel Ivy is transformed into an immersive playground of Holiday Magic with something for all ages:

- Mulled wine & appetizers
- Carriage rides 
- Musical and Magical Special Guests
- Get up close with a live Minnesota reindeer
- Hot Chocolate Creation Station

We can't wait to enjoy this magical evening with you.

November 29, 2018, Thursday - Thursday Musical Concert at MacPhail

Time: 10:30am (Complimentary Coffee and Donuts at 10am)

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

November 29 Thursday Musical Concert

Tickets $15, $10 (groups of 8+), $6 students, sold at the door, general seating

Performances by:
Sofia Schutte, violin
* Young Artist Scholarship Competition Winner 2018
Faith Farr, cello 
Robin Helgen, soprano and Mary Hunt, piano
Kristine West Denton, piano

For more information visit: thursdaymusical.org/calendar/thursday-november-29-2018

November 29, 2018, Thursday - Holidazzle (Thursday - Sunday)

It's not too early to start planning your 2018 Holidazzle experience.  Find all the info you need at https://www.holidazzle.com/. 

2018 Holidazzle dates and times:

. . . .

Thursday, November 29-Sunday, December 2

Thursday, December 6-Sunday, December 9

Thursday, December 13-Sunday, December 16

Thursday, December 20-Sunday, December 23

. . . . .

Thursdays from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Fridays from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Saturdays from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. | Sundays from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. 

KLE December 6, 2018, Friday - Holidazzle (Thursday - Sunday)

November 29, 2018, Thursday - “Holiday Cookie Traditions” Talk and Book Signing at Central Library

Time: Doors open at 6:15 p.m. for general admission seating and the program begins at 7 p.m. 

Location:Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

 “Holiday Cookie Traditions” Talk and Book Signing

Join Star Tribune staff writers Lee Svitak Dean and Rick Nelson as they discuss The Great Minnesota Cookie Book with James Beard Award-winning food writer Beth Dooley. In the brand new volume, Dean and Nelson share best-loved recipes and baking lore from fifteen years of the newspaper's popular holiday cookie contest-collected in print for the first time! 

Enjoy a complimentary selection of award-winning cookies from the 2018 Star Tribune cookie contest following the talk (while supplies last!) This program is FREE and open to the public. 

November 28, 2018, Wednesday - Hiking in Hawaii at Midwest Mountaineering

Time:  6:30 PM – 8 PM

Location: Midwest Mountaineering, 309 Cedar Ave S

Hiking in Hawaii

Escape the cold weather for a moment and let Midwest Mountaineering employee Charlie transport your mind to the warmth of a Hawaiian hiking getaway.

November 28, 2018, Wednesday - I AM Giving at Inbound Brewco

Time: 5 PM – 7 PM

Location:  Inbound Brewco, 701 N 5th Street

I AM Giving 

We are excited for our next I AM Connected Studio event called "I AM GIVING!" 

This event is brought to you by HandsOn Twin Cities. 

HandsOn Twin Cities is the Twin Cities only full service volunteer center that both promotes and facilitates volunteerism while improving the community’s ability to create more impact with the time generously given by volunteers. HandsOn Twin Cities works with all types of volunteers, companies and nonprofit affiliates to ensure that every hour spent in the community is valuable.

At #IAMGIVING there will be several opportunities to give back through unique project-based volunteer opportunities. 

There will be a giving tree that will allow you to easily donate a gift to someone in need. There will be a fun photo-opportunity, live music and giveaways! This event is free and open to the public. We want to know why you give. Share your photos using the hashtag #IAMGIVING.

November 28, 2018, Wednesday - Public Hearing for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Action Plan at MPRB

Time: 6pm

Location: MPRB Headquarters, 2117 West River Road

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) has scheduled a public hearing to receive comments and input on its draft Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Action Plan.

The plan also goes before the Board's Administration and Finance Committee for review and acceptance on the same date, before going before the full board for acceptance.

The plan updates MPRB’s original 1992 ADA Transition Plan to incorporate updates to federal guidelines addressing recreation facilities as well as emerging practices and technology. The ADA Action Plan is a working document that will guide MPRB ADA Transition planning policies along with policy and procedure revisions.

• Read the draft Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Action Plan 
  (Note: the years printed on the draft report cover, "2018 - 2010," will be corrected when the final plan is published.) 

• Find out more on the project page. 

November 27, 2018, Tuesday - Sidewalk Talk Twin Cities - Free Listening event at Central Library

Time: 12p - 2p

Location: Central Library, Pohlad Hall, 300 Nicollet Mall

Sidewalk Talk Twin Cities - Free Listening event 

Mission: To nurture human connection by teaching and practicing heart-centered listening in public spaces. In a world so divided there is no greater form of activism than to stand for connection rather than disconnection.

If you'd like to join our listening community by becoming a volunteer listener, please follow steps 1-3 found at https://www.sidewalktalksf.com/listener.html 

Learn more about Sidewalk Talk at www.sidewalk-talk.org

Volunteers meet at 11:30 to set up.

November 27, 2018, Tuesday - Hennepin County Budget (truth in taxation) Meeting

Time: 6 p.m.

Location: Hennepin County Government Center, County Board Room, 24th floor, 300 6th Street 

Hennepin County will hold a public meeting on the proposed 2019 budget and property tax levy – commonly called the truth in taxation meeting – on November 27.

Free parking is available after 5 p.m for residents attending the meeting in the underground ramp at the Government Center. The ramp entrance is on 3rd Avenue between 5th and 6th streets. 

Proposed budget and levy

The proposed 2019 budget is $2.4 billion. The proposed net property tax levy is $830 million, an increase of 5.25 percent from last year.

The Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority and Hennepin County Housing and Redevelopment Authority will also discuss their budgets and levies the meeting. 

For more details, visit hennepin.us/hcbudget.

Property values

Property tax valuations affect the property tax portion of the budget. The Hennepin County Assessor's Office assesses properties and estimates the value they would likely sell for on the open market, which is one factor used in determining property taxes. Other factors include property tax levies set by the school districts, city, county or special taxing districts that the property is in.

November 26, 2018, Monday - 2018 MN Cycling Center Gala at Surly

Time: 6 PM – 10 PM

Location: Surly Brewing Company, 520 Malcolm Ave SE

2018 MN Cycling Center Gala 

Join us for an evening of food, fun, and fundraising benefiting the MN Cycling Center. Your donations will help us build the next generation of MN track cycling and support our ABCs—The Science of Cycling after-school STEM program. 

November 26, 2018, Monday - Concert by Ukrainian folk musician Jurij Fedynskyj

Time: 6:00pm

Location: Ukrainian Event Center, 301 Main Street NE

Concert by Ukrainian folk musician Jurij Fedynskyj

Come to this free event to learn about ancient Ukrainian instruments torban, kobza, and bandura and to hear them during the performance by Jurij Fedynskyj - Player, Maker, Teacher!

For the past fifteen years, Jurij Fedynskyj has worked to resurrect these original and unique, Ukrainian instruments, by researching their construction from a handful of surviving instruments in Ukrainian museums, and mastering the techniques required to make and play new instruments. He is one of several makers who create exclusive and professional examples of these instruments presently, and the only player who regularly performs traditional repertoire on all three. He teaches making and playing in a small Ukrainian village in the Poltava region.

Yurij will:
- present the traditional Ukrainian torban, kobza and bandura;
- give a lecture on the history and development of these once beloved national instruments; and
- demonstrate the traditional repertoire performed on the torban, kobza, and bandura.

Cookies, tea, and coffee will be served.

November 26, 2018, Monday - Leo Kottke at the Guthrie

Time: 7:30pm

Location:  Guthrie, 818 S 2nd Street

The Dakota and Live at the Guthrie present Leo Kottke

After recording more than 40 albums over four decades, the prolific guitarist Leo Kottke boasts an impressive body of work and an unrivaled fingerpicking style that has won him two Grammy nominations and widespread acclaim. Drawing inspiration from folk, blues and jazz, he plays his signature 6-string and 12-string guitars with effortless aptitude, a big heart and an even bigger grin. Joined by revered songwriter James McMurtry, this guitar-playing duo will bring their unique sound to the Guthrie for an extraordinary night of musical storytelling.

November 25, 2018, Sunday - Museum Store Sunday at Mill City Museum

Time: 12 PM – 5 PM

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd Street

Museum Store Sunday

Shop for special deals on Museum Store Sunday! On Nov. 25, visitors to Mill City Museum, Minnesota History Center, and Split Rock Lighthouse museum stores will receive 10% off purchases, and MNHS members will receive 20% off. 

Museum Store Sunday is an international promotion created by the Museum Stores Association.

November 25, 2018, Sunday - Vikings vs. Green Bay Packers at US Bank Stadium

Time:  7:20 PM  

Location: US Bank Stadium

Vikings

Next home game: Sun 12/16 · 12:00 PM CST Miami Dolphins 

November 25, 2018, Sunday - Holidazzle Movie Night

Time: 5:00pm

Location: Loring Park

Holidazzle Movie Nights

Join us for your favorite winter/holiday movies in our Winter Wonderland. Grab a spot on a haybale, or bring a chair/blanket and enjoy these great movies presented by U.S. Bank!

Movie Schedule:

Sunday, November 25 | 5:00 pm: Groundhog Day
Thursday, November 29 | 7:00 pm: The Mighty Ducks
Sunday, December 2 | 5:00 pm: The Chronicles of Narnia
Thursday, December 6 | 7:00 pm: The Santa Clause
Sunday, December 9 | 5:00 pm: Cool Runnings
Thursday, December 13 | 7:00 pm: It’s a Wonderful Life
Sunday, December 16 | 5:00 pm: The Polar Express
Thursday, December 20 | 7:00 pm: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Sunday, December 23 | 5:00 pm: Frozen

Holidazzle is free to attend and open to all ages and abilities. While you're at the Holidazzle Movie Nights presented by U.S. Bank, enjoy free Santa visits, skating (with complimentary skates), kids zone, interactive lighting exhibits, bonfires and more. Plus, enjoy great local food, beverage and gift vendors throughout Holidazzle while you're here.

November 24, 2018, Saturday - Northrup King Building Small Business Saturday!

Time: 12 PM – 4 PM

Location: Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson Street

Northrup King Building Small Business Saturday!

Shop Small in the Largest Art Building in Minnesota. The historic Northrup King Building is home to over 300 Artists and Creatives. Four Floors of Small Businesses, featuring Art, Home Decor, Gifts, Apparel and More, ready for you to explore. 

Bring your friends and family for a Fun, Warm, and Art Filled Adventure at the Northrup King Building. 

November 24, 2018, Saturday - 5th Annual Made By Hands Holiday Sale at Bauhaus Brew Labs (2 days)

Time: Noon - 11:00pm

Location:  Bauhaus Brew Labs, 1315 Tyler St NE

5th Annual Made By Hands Holiday Sale

This year we're expanding our sale into a 2-day event: Saturday (11/24) from 12-6pm / Sunday (11/25) from 12-6pm. Get all of your holiday shopping done in one stop AND get it all locally made. We'll have a heated tent over the patio so you can shop, eat and drink in comfort. Check out the vendor lineup here:

Saturday:
⚬ Ashley Hay Design
⚬ Bella Jayne Artworks
⚬ Bench Pressed
⚬ Create Laser Arts
⚬ DWITT
⚬ Everthine Jewelry
⚬ Fiona Avocado Art
⚬ Gina Mount Jewelry
⚬ J Fawn Design 
⚬ LaLunette Jewelry
⚬ J.Lux
⚬ Mandy by Mandy
⚬ Meraki Handmade Decor
⚬ New Relic Stoneware
⚬ Pine Tree Goods
⚬ Red Cedar Gardening
⚬ Samantha Longley Clay
⚬ Sassafras Healing Arts
⚬ Sharab Shrubs
⚬ Still Kickin
⚬ Third Daughter, Restless Daughter
⚬ Tinyloud Creative Co.
⚬ United Goods

Sunday:
⚬ 3 Jäg design: Hand crafted jewelry by Betty Jäger
⚬ 9 Lives Clothing
⚬ A Mano
⚬ Art by Chris Spah
⚬ Art by Kerri Ann
⚬ Cogito Prints
⚬ Daughters and Suns
⚬ Dinosaur Hampton
⚬ Marisa Martinez
⚬ Fair Anita
⚬ For Knit Me Knot
⚬ Isadore Nut Company
⚬ J Fawn Design
⚬ Mandy by Mandy
⚬ Meg Brown Ceramics
⚬ New Relic Stoneware
⚬ Sharab Shrubs
⚬ stace of spades
⚬ Third Daughter, Restless Daughter
⚬ Vandalia Street Press
⚬ Viska
⚬ Wacks Candle Co
⚬ Wild Poppy By Lisa V

November 24, 2018, Saturday - North Loop Lights

North Loop Lights

Time: 11 AM – 6 PM

Visit your favorite North Loop businesses on Small Business Saturday for North Loop Lights.

Enjoy amazing holiday window displays, in-store décor and special offers. It’s the perfect time to experience everything the North Loop has to offer. 

Participating stores include: Queen Anna House Of Fashion, All Seasons Garment Care & Tailoring, Brian Graham Salon, Cooks of Crocus Hill, D.NOLO, Edwards Dessert Kitchen, Evermore Wedding Gown Care, Filigree Jewelers, Hazel & Rose, InVision Distinctive Eyewear, Lappin Lighting, MartinPatrick 3, Mitrebox Framing Studio, Pacifier, Parc, Red Rabbit, russell+hazel, Spyhouse Coffee, Statement Boutique, Sweet Chow, The Bar Method, Twisted Thread Fabric Care & Restoration, Wilson & Willy's

In addition, North Loop Lights will be partnering with Agape Oasis, a 24-hour child development and crisis intervention center for a "Winter Essentials" drive for kids (donations of new and gently-used coats, snow pants, gloves, boots and more). 

Learn more about participating stores and special offers: queenanna.co/northlooplights #northlooplights

November 24, 2018, Saturday - Tellabration! at Open Book

Tellabration!, an annual event promoted by The National Storytelling Network and hosted in over 300 venues around the world, will be celebrated in downtown Minneapolis on Saturday, November 24, 10am – 9:30pm at Open Book, 1011 Washington Avenue S.

The day-long event, which is free to all, features a dozen panel discussions, classes, and workshops that explore a wide-range of topics about storytelling, narrative techniques in other disciplines (e.g. film, podcasts, poetry), and how to craft, promote, and refine stories for audiences and print. Topics include: Storycrafting, Creating and Hosting a Spoken Word Series (with five veteran hosts), Growing a Social Media Presence, and Smart Micro-Publishing That Makes the Effort Worth It.

There will also be a literature/merchandise table, games and stories to which guests can contribute, and, most importantly, a hosted open mike from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. where all visitors are invited to tell a story, or a story about a story.

The event will conclude with an evening concert in the Target Performance Hall featuring the donated talents of Kevin Kling, Tom Cassidy, Erica Christ, Dorothy Cleveland, Loren Niemi, Laura Packer, Richard Rousseau, Sue Searing, and Jim Stowell.

Three of the region’s story organizations - Cheap Theatre, Northlands Storytelling Network, and Story Arts of Minnesota - combined efforts to produce this engaging showcase of spoken word expertise and talent as part of Tellabration!’s international reach.

For additional details visit www.tellabrationmn.org. All classes and the concert are free though donations are appreciated. Doors for the concert open at 6:30 p.m. 

November 24, 2018, Saturday - Washburn A Mill Tour at Mill City Museum

Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 South 2nd Street

Washburn A Mill Tour

Take an in-depth look at the historic Washburn A Mill complex and the award-winning Mill City Museum building. A guide 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 nonpublic spaces.

Tour highlights include:

• The dramatic story of the 1878 Washburn A Mill explosion, and the other dangers that mill workers faced on a daily basis
• "The Octopus," a large machine that directed wheat into nine storage bins
• The Humphrey Manlift, a vertical conveyor belt that carried workers from floor to floor
• The Rail Corridor where hundreds of boxcars arrived each day to unload wheat and carry away flour
• Millstone plaza, originally paved with retired millstones and the location for lunchtime concerts by the Washburn-Crosby employee band in the 1920s
• Evidence of the three major fires that have damaged the building in 1878, 1928 and 1991
• The East Engine House, once home to a two-story steam engine, has been remodeled into two classrooms, while preserving the original railroad car pulling machinery

The tour includes no more than 1 mile of moderately paced walking on uneven surfaces. Please call ahead to make arrangements for guests with limited mobility.

Future dates: December 2, 29