July 15, 2018, Sunday - Mill City Summer Opera: Carmen at Mill City Museum

Mill City Summer Opera presents: Carmen

Mill City Museum  July 13 – 24

Ticket info

Experience the opera like never before! Mill City Summer Opera is one of the world’s premier opera companies and brings in an audience from all different walks of life. They hope to see you at this year's performance of Carmen!

Among the most famous and performed of all operas, Carmen is a riveting story of love, lust, betrayal, jealousy and murder. Set in 1830s Seville, the gypsy girl Carmen seduces soldier Don José away from his post and his beloved Micaëla. After luring him to join her and a clan of smugglers, Carmen turns her attention toward the swaggering bullfighter Escamillo. Carmen's fate is met in the final act when she meets the madly jealous Don José outside of the arena. The outdoor ruins of the Mill City Opera offer a magical setting to experience this iconic masterpiece. Music by Georges Bizet and libretto by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy. These tickets go quickly, so don’t delay.

Additional dates: July 17, 19, 20, 22, 24

July 15, 2018, Sunday - Historic East Hennepin Walking Tour

Time: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Location: Riverplace corner of Main Street and East Hennepin Avenue

Historic East Hennepin Walking Tour

The bustling commercial district surrounding East Hennepin Avenue has hosted many names throughout the years, but everyone knows its unforgettable landmarks...Surdyk's, Kramarczuk's, Historic Main Street, and Lourdes Church.

Located across the Hennepin Bridge from Downtown, this neighborhood was originally established in 1855 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 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. Fortunately, the area has managed to maintain its old-world flavor to this day.

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 individuals who have lived and worked here, through good times and bad. Come away with perspectives on what life and work here might have actually felt like throughout this neighborhood’s most defining eras.

Please note that this tours ends at the Ard Godfrey House, which is a short, 5-minute walk from the starting location.

This tour will walk approximately 1.5 miles. The tour is ADA accessible.

Tour guide Scott Parkin is a residential realtor with a storefront office right along the tour route. He is the past president of the NE Mpls Business Association and has been active in the development and business community along East Hennepin Ave since 1993.

Tour guide Michael Rainville, Sr. is a 5th generation resident of NE Minneapolis. He is a graduate of DeLaSalle High School and St. Thomas and Notre Dame Universities. He has worked for the Minneapolis Convention & Visitors Association for 33 years, watching the City evolve.

July 14, 2018, Saturday - Northeast Food Truck Rally at Able Seedhouse

Time: 11 AM - 6 PM

Location:Able Seedhouse & Brewery, 1121 Quincy Street NE

Northeast Food Truck Rally

The Minnesota Food Truck Association will be hosting the 3rd Annual Northeast Food Truck Rally, sponsored by Able Seedhouse & Brewery & Meals On Wheels. This year our theme we will have 12 trucks that follow the them "Around the World" so no two trucks will be the same!

The Mighty Mofos, Fury Things, Monica LaPlante, The Federales, Chemistry Set-Mpls and Catbath will be joining us on stage, stay tuned as we announce the set times! The new rally time ending at 10 pm will allow the party to go well into the evening, a great way to enjoy a Minnesota summer night!

TRUCKS:
Original Hockey Mom Brownies Food Truck
PaniniPinups
Alimama's
Blue Fire Pizza
TOT BOSS
Hibachi Daruma
Soul Lao
Sasquatch Sandwiches
HomeTown Creamery
Lu's Sandwiches
Run Tell That BBQ
Thai Thai Street Food
Sssdude-Nutz

NEW THIS YEAR: 
Secondhand Hounds will be joining us with puppies and the puppy kissing booth! 

Games for the whole family! We'll have a giant inflatable slide, a bounce house and a giant Connect Four game. There will be face painting and plenty of space for kids to play.

Vendors! We will have some retail vendors and some other community organizations there that you will enjoy, and if you know anyone that might be interested in being a vendor, please let us know!

The concept of food trucks partnering with Meals On Wheels is a great one and we’re excited to promote their cause. Meals On Wheels is a non-profit, community based organization that delivers meals directly to the homes of seniors and individuals with disabilities throughout the Twin Cities.

July 14, 2018, Saturday - Yoga in Gold Medal Park

Yoga in Gold Medal Park 

We meet Saturdays thru September 1st. Each session will begin at 9 a.m. and end before 10.  Grab your mat (or a towel), a neighbor, and meet us by the orange sculpture. 

The sessions are free of charge and sponsored by the Friends of the Mill District charity. Come salute the sun and enjoy the beauty of our neighborhood with your friends and neighbors. Questions and comments can be sent to cjkittock@gmail.com.

July 14, 2018, Saturday - Mill Ruins Park Volunteer Habitat Restoration with the National Park Service

Looking for something fun and rewarding to do on a Saturday morning? Consider joining a volunteer crew for habitat restoration activities with the National Park Service (NPS), in partnership with Mississippi Park Connection, in Mill Ruins Park.

Typical NPS Mill Ruins volunteer activities include invasive species removal, occasional planting, and caring for native species that have been planted by other volunteers.  

These drop-in volunteer events will take place at Mill Ruins Park from 9am-12pm on the following Saturdays throughout the summer and fall:

July 14 & 28 - August 11 & 25 - September 15 & 29 - October dates TBD

Sign in will be at 9 AM in front of the St. Anthony Falls Visitor Center. Gloves, tools, and instruction will be provided. Volunteers should bring a water bottle, sunscreen, sturdy shoes, and clothes that can get dirty. Chat with a ranger or NPS volunteer crew leader, play in the dirt, and feel good knowing that your efforts are helping to improve the national park in our backyard!

Questions? Contact Ranger Erin Steinhibel at erin_steinhibel@nps.gov. Come join an award-winning team of volunteers in their restoration adventures!

July 14, 2018, Saturday - Mill City Farmers Market

Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm

Location: 704 South 2nd Street

Today at Mill City Farmers Market: (check back for updates)

July 14, 2018, Saturday - Riverfront Quest Family Tour at Mill City Museum

Time: 10:30pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 2nd Street S

Riverfront Quest Family Tour

Explore the Minneapolis riverfront with a family treasure hunt. Make a quest journal from 10:30-11 am and then solve rhyming riddles, search for hidden boxes and discover the stories of Minneapolis' history along the way from 11 am to noon. The tour is designed for ages 6-11, and children must be accompanied by an adult.

The 60-minute tour includes no more than one mile of moderately paced walking on uneven terrain. Please call ahead to make arrangements for guests with limited mobility.

July 13, 2018, Friday - Paint Nite at AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown

Time: 6 PM

Location: AC Hotel, 401 Hennepin Avenue

Lake Sunset II

Raise your glass to a NEW kind of night out! Paint Nite® invites you to create art over cocktails at a local restaurant or bar, guided by a professional artist and party host. Grab your friends and spend two hours drinking, laughing, and flexing your creative muscles. There’s no experience necessary and we’ll provide all the supplies, so you don’t have to worry about a thing (except having a great time!). Must be of legal drinking age. Food and drink may be purchased at the event.

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The event begins promptly at the start time listed above. Please allow extra time to find parking and get settled. If you're coming with a group (yay, how fun!) make sure you arrive early to get seats together. If you're planning to eat dinner before the event, please inform the host/hostess that you're with Paint Nite® and check in with us to reserve your seats.

July 13, 2018, Friday - Boom Days 2018: Beers, Bands & Bikes (thru July 15)

Boom Days 2018:  Beers, Bands & Bikes

As the summer continues to fly by, be sure mark your calendar for Boom Days 2018 at Boom Island Brewing Company!  Many know and love Boom Days and instantly think of the traditional beer release:  Cuveée de Boom.  This year we sweeten the deal and will also be releasing our Petite Rosé as well!  Both will made available to take home in bottle form, with a limited amount to be divided for each day of the event.  

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Friday, July 13

4-10 pm

$1 off drink tickets if you ride your bike to the brewery

Petite Rosé Release - 4pm

Cuvée Release - 6pm

Don Oishi Kitchen Food Truck

7:30pm Skruffians perform live instrumental Ska and Reggae.

Photo Booth

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Saturday, July 14

1-10 pm

11am - Namaste and Drink Cuvée:  Free Yoga by YogaFit.

Bike to Boom Day, with Velofix Mobile Bike Repair Van and Pedago Electric bike leading tours, etc.

$1 off drink tickets if you ride your bike to the brewery.

El Burrito Mercado Food Truck 

Music:

3pm:  Miss Myra and the Moonshiners

5pm:  Bill Patten Trio

8pm:  Eleganza!

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Sunday, July 15

1-6pm

$1 off beers if you ride your bike to the brewery. Show the bar staff your helmet.

Brewing Competition/Education and Belgian Travel Day

2pm - “Yeast Propagation” Seminar by Boom Island Brewer/Owner Kevin Welch

3pm - Homebrew Competition Awards Ceremony

4pm - Brewing Tips from Northern Brewer

5pm - Travel to Belgium the Right Way by Kevin Welch

*A limited number of bottles of Cuvée and Petite Cuvée will be made available each day.  Suggestion:  arrive early to get your bottles!  They cellar like a dream.

July 13, 2018, Friday - Mill City Summer Opera: Carmen at Mill City Museum

Mill City Summer Opera presents: Carmen

Mill City Museum  July 13 – 24

Ticket info

Experience the opera like never before! Mill City Summer Opera is one of the world’s premier opera companies and brings in an audience from all different walks of life. They hope to see you at this year's performance of Carmen!

Among the most famous and performed of all operas, Carmen is a riveting story of love, lust, betrayal, jealousy and murder. Set in 1830s Seville, the gypsy girl Carmen seduces soldier Don José away from his post and his beloved Micaëla. After luring him to join her and a clan of smugglers, Carmen turns her attention toward the swaggering bullfighter Escamillo. Carmen's fate is met in the final act when she meets the madly jealous Don José outside of the arena. The outdoor ruins of the Mill City Opera offer a magical setting to experience this iconic masterpiece. Music by Georges Bizet and libretto by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy. These tickets go quickly, so don’t delay.

Additional dates: July 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24

July 12, 2018, Thursday - Twin Cities River Rats Show

The 2018 Twin Cities River Rats shows are scheduled for 7pm Thursday nights through August, and take place at 1628 West River Road (between the Plymouth and Broadway bridges). These are free events!

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. Facebook

Show Schedule:

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!)

Upcoming Shows:

July 19 - Aquatennial Show

July 20 - Aquatennial Show

July 25 - Wednesday Night Show

August 2 - Thursday Night Show

July 12, 2018, Thursday - Debt After Dark at Aria

Time: 7pm - 9:30pm

Location:  Aria, 105 N 1st Street

Debt After Dark

Feel like taking a break from being in student loan debt?

Join us at Debt After Dark for a night filled with fun ways to forget how much you owe and celebrate with locals like you who are driven to pay off their student debt sooner. All you have to do is register and bring proof of student loan debt to get in!

Here's a little of what you can expect:

• Welcome signature cocktail
• Local premium small batch wines, beer, gourmet appetizers and a dessert bar
• 360-degree photo booth
• Live DJ
• Special Guest Performances and Entertainment
• A chance to win Premium Summer X-Games tickets and other local prizes
• VIP swag on your way out

Unlike your debt, these tickets won't last long. RSVP today!

WHO: Members + Guest & General Public

COST: NO COST if you attend!

July 12, 2018, Thursday - Hennepin Island Hydropower Tour with the Mill City Museum

Time: 10:30a - Noon

Location: Tours begin at the gray door on 3rd Avenue SE at Main Street (around the corner from the main entrance at 315 Main Street SE).

Hennepin Island Hydropower Tour

Future dates: July 26, August 9 & 23

Explore the history of waterpower at St. Anthony Falls, including special access to view the exterior of an operating Xcel Energy hydroelectric plant. During the early 20th century, more than two dozen mills and hydroelectric plants used the waterpower from St. Anthony Falls, today just one is left: Xcel's Hennepin Island Hydroelectric Plant.

On this tour, a Mill City Museum guide will lead participants to Hennepin Island and Father Hennepin Bluffs Park, including special access to the 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.

This tour is presented in partnership with Xcel Energy.

This tour includes about 1.5 miles of moderately paced walking on uneven surfaces, as well as climbing up and down several flights of stairs. Some historic locations on this tour are not wheelchair accessible. Tours begin at the gray door on 3rd Avenue SE at Main Street (around the corner from the main entrance at 315 Main Street SE).

July 12, 2018, Thursday - Brew Love Beer Tasting Fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House the Depot

Time: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Location: Milwaukee Depot Train Shed, 225 Third Avenue S

Brew Love Beer Tasting Fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House

Enjoy craft beers and trendy food at the hottest fundraising ticket of the summer, all in support of the Ronald McDonald House. Helping others never tasted so good! Get your tickets NOW...Brew Love sells out every year. Over 30 breweries and the area's favorite food trucks. New this year: Minnesota favorite and friend of the House Kat Perkins performing LIVE! A super silent auction and lots of fun games. All proceeds go directly to serving the over 5,400 families a year that come through our doors.

Tickets, more info and an up-to-date listing of breweries: https://rmhtwincities.org/brewlove/

July 11, 2018, Wednesday - Minneapolis Park and Rec Board Meeting

Time: 5:00pm

Location: Minneapolis Park and Rec Board, 2117 West River Road

Click here for a link to tonights agenda. 

Stream Live Meetings Online or watch on TV on Minneapolis 79.

July 10, 2018, Tuesday - Twin Cities River Rats MN Military Show

The 2018 Twin Cities River Rats shows are scheduled for 7pm Thursday nights through August, and take place at 1628 West River Road (between the Plymouth and Broadway bridges). These are free events!

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. Facebook

Show Schedule:

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!)

Upcoming Shows:

July 10 - MN Military Appreciation Show

July 12 - Thursday Night Show

July 19 - Aquatennial Show

July 20 - Aquatennial Show

July 25 - Wednesday Night Show

August 2 - Thursday Night Show

July 10, 2018, Tuesday - Music and Movie in the Park at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park

Time: 7:00pm

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

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

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 10, 2018, Tuesday - Mill City Farmers Market Night Market at The Commons

Time: 4:00pm to 8:00pm

Location: The Commons, 425 Portland Avenue S

Mill City Farmers Market Night Market

This will be an ongoing event through Tuesday, September 25.

Pick up farm fresh, organic produce and local artisan foods for an easy weeknight meal. Prepared food vendors will be cooking up seasonal recipes all evening, so come hungry, stay, listen to live music and have a picnic supper in The Commons!

PROGRAMS

At our Tuesday Night Market we will continue to offer “can do” cooking and wellness activities and live entertainment, such as

• Free outdoor yoga
• Monthly Beer, Wine & Cider Nights with Day Block Brewing (dates TBD)
• Live Music every week
• Bag toss, kubb and other lawn games
• Meet Your Vegetables demonstrations
• Power of Produce kids veggie tasting club
• CSA pick-up

NOTE - Monitor MCFM's Facebook for any weather-related cancellation updates!

July 10, 2018, Tuesday - Pedestrian & Bicycle Winter Maintenance Study Open House at Central Library

Time: 4:30 - 7 PM, presentation at 5 PM

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

Pedestrian & Bicycle Winter Maintenance Study Open House

The City of Minneapolis Public Works is hosting an Open House to share the results of their Minneapolis Pedestrian and Bicycling Winter Maintenance Study and gather feedback on next steps and priorities.

Our Streets Minneapolis posted this opionion piece on their blog. Our Streets is planning a happy hour to further engage people around Winter Maintenance. Follow their social media for details. Click here to sign up for their e-newsletters.

July 10, 2018, Tuesday - Planting Day and Bike with a Ranger - both at The Commons

Planting Day Tuesday, July 10 | 11am-12pm
Celebrate summer with the whole family through Planting Day. In partnership with Bond&Devick Wealth Partners, decorate clay pots and plant annuals. After your artwork is completed, take it home to liven up your space.

Bike with a Ranger Tuesday, July 10 6:00-7:30pm

A family-friendly way to explore the Mississippi River. Led by a National Park Service Ranger, participants will bike along the riverfront and learn about the area’s fascinating history and wildlife. Rides depart from The Commons. BYO-bike! In partnership with Mississippi Park Connection. Meet on The Commons' West Block, at 4th Street and Portland Avenue.