November 9, 2017, Thursday - East Town Business Partnership and mpls downtown council Networking Event at Shindig Event Center

Tme: 4:15pm to 6:30pm

Location: Shindig Event Space, 105 South 5th Street.

The East Town Business Partnership is partnering with the mpls downtown council on a Happy Hour networking event coming up on Thursday, November 9, from 4:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at Shindig Event Space - 105 South 5th Street.

The topic for the event is an update from the 2025 Plan Development Committee. Come hear about all of the exciting development projects that are recently completed, under construction or are in the planning process.

Please RSVP for the event via Eventbrite.

November 9, 2017, Thursday - Preschool Holiday Session: Paste Paper Gift Wrap at MCBA

Time: 1:30pm–2:30pm

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

Preschool Holiday Session: Paste Paper Gift Wrap

Get a jump on literacy in interactive pre-school book arts classes with Ellen Ferrari. Children and adults work together to make paper, print patterns, shapes and letters and construct colorful books in a fun environment. Each class begins by reading a story and continues by investigating examples produced by working artists. Vocabulary, tools and processes will also be introduced. These workshops emphasize visual decision-making, improving manual dexterity and a love of books and can be repeated over and over again as projects change each session. Dress for mess. For families with children ages 3-5. Register for a single class or an entire four-class session at a reduced rate.

November 9, 2017, Thursday - Stuart D'Rozario 'Yesterday in New York City' ​album release event at Bunkers

Time: 7:00pm

Location: Bunker's Music Bar & Grill, 761 North Washington Avenue

Singer/Songwriter Stuart D'Rozario Yesterday in New York City ​album release event

Local singer and songwriter Stuart D'Rozario will introduce his fourth album Yesterday in New York City with band members Tommy Barbarella, George McKelvey, James Buckley, Billy Thommes and Ken Chastain during a CD release event to be held at Bunker's on Thursday, November 9th - 7 P.M. -  $20.00

D'Rozario has been described by critics as "hands down one of the best songwriters in the Twin Cities." His newest album is a collection of ten songs inspired by living life in countries around the world. It was recorded at Capitol Studios in Los Angeles and mixed by John Fields, a multi-platinum producer who has worked with artists that include Switchfoot and Jonas Brothers.

A featured song on the album is "Just Look Around" released last October, shortly before the final presidential debate and featuring lyrics encouraging that voters do their homework and "know what you're really voting for" before casting a ballot. The video for "Just Look Around" was directed by the Snorri Brothers. D'Rozario is also the CEO and Chief Creative Officer of Minneapolis-based BD'D (Barrie D'Rozario DiLorenzo), voted “Best Small Agency in the US" by the American Association of Advertising Agencies.

November 9, 2017, Thursday - Open House for Water Works Project at Nicollet Island Pavilion

Open House planned to discuss progression of project design, programming, food vendor and schedule

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is hosting an open house to give an update on the Water Works project on Thursday, Nov. 9, 6-8 pm at the Nicollet Island Pavilion, 40 Power Street.

At 6:15 pm, members of the Water Works project team will give a brief presentation highlighting features of the park project design and give general project updates. Also, Frank Haney, culinary ethnobotanist and Indigenous chef from The Sioux Chef team, will be present to discuss the food concept selected for the indoor pavilion at Water Works. Limited samples of The Sioux Chef food will be available.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) and Minneapolis Parks Foundation (MPF) invite all interested members of the public to attend and comment on the Water Works project. Families are welcome!

About this project

Water Works is a transformative park development project on the downtown side of St. Anthony Falls and the Stone Arch Bridge that will bring significant new historic, cultural, and recreational amenities to the Central Riverfront.

November 9, 2017, Thursday - Murder Mystery at Old Spaghetti Factory

Time: 7:00pm

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

Murder Mystery

Here at The Murder Mystery Company we dish up three courses of mystery, intrigue, and murder in two hours of interactive, Clue style goodness that happens right in front of your table. The moment you walk through the door you will be immersed in a thrilling murder mystery dinner experience, mingling with crazy characters and shady suspects in a game of murder you get to play!

As you enjoy a delicious three course meal, the plot will unfold and someone will drop dead (in a comedic way, of course). As the night continues you will get to interrogate the suspects, gather the clues, and work with your team to help our mystery experts crack the case before the killer gets away!

November 8, 2017, Wednesday - American Craft Council Library Salon Series: Take a Walk in Amara Hark-Weber’s Shoes

Time: 7:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm)

Location: American Craft Council Library, 1224 Marshall Street NE, Suite 200

American Craft Council Library Salon Series: Take a Walk in Amara Hark-Weber’s Shoes

Amara Hark-Weber, ACC’s 2017 Rare Craft Fellowship Award recipient, is one of a small handful of traditionally-trained custom shoemakers in the United States. She’ll delve into the world of contemporary shoemaking, exploring what is happening in the trade today and where it may be going in the future. Hark-Weber also will shed light on what it means to be a shoemaker and share the fundamentals of how a custom shoe is made. This event is free, and no registration is needed, but space is limited.

November 6, 2017, Monday - Career Fair at the Convention Center

Connect with employers hiring for jobs in transportation, customer service, healthcare, sales, maintenance and more at the MOnday, November 6th, Career Fair at the Minneapolis Convention Center, Room 200D, 1301 2nd Avenue S, 9:00am to 2:00 pm.

This location is served by several bus routes. Visit www.metrotransit.org or or call 612-373-3333 for more details.

Job-seekers are encouraged to dress professionally and bring copies of their resumes.

Career fair features:
- More than 40 employers
- Tips for career fair success
- An employer panel
- Job search assistance
- Lunch and refreshments

Attending employers:
A & M Business Interior Services - ACR Homes - Atlas Staffing - Augustana Care - Blue Plate Restaurant Company - Cintas - CobornsDelivers - Comcast - Delta Global Services - Doherty Staffing - Dominos - DoubleTree Hotel St. Paul - Dungarvin - FedEx Express Airport - First Student - First Transit - Goodwill-Easter Seals - Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota - HMS Host - Intercontinental St. Paul Riverfront - Jerry’s Enterprises  -Lorenz Bus Services - LSG Sky Chefs - Macy’s - Mall of America - Menards - Golden Valley - Mission Nursing Home - Orion Associates - Osseo Area Schools - Pinnacle Services - SP Plus - St. Paul Public Schools - SUPERVALU Distribution Center - Target (downtown) - The Family Partnership - Toys R Us – Minnetonka - Travelex - United States Postal Service - UPS - Wells Fargo - WIS International

Learn more at www.hennepin.us/employmentservices.

November 5, 2017, Sunday - Stars of the Future at Living Room W Minneapolis-The foshay

Time: 4 PM - 6 PM

Location: Living Room W Minneapolis- The foshay, 9th and Marquette

Stars of the Future

Enjoy small plate tastings prepared by high school ProStart students and their chef mentors! You'll be amazed a the presentation and taste of the "restaurant ready" creations. Proceeds support Minnesota's ProStart teams that compete in the 2018 National ProStart Invitational. Join us to support the next generation of culinary talent, network with those in the hospitality industry and bid on great silent auction packages. Cost: $100 per person

Hosted by Minnesota Restaurant Association

November 5, 2017, Sunday - Tales of the Falls, a Storytelling Tour at Mill City Museum

Times: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 2nd Street South

Tales of the Falls, a Storytelling Tour

The story of the Minneapolis riverfront will come alive in this unique program led by master storyteller Richard Rousseau. Rousseau will spin three tales that weave the history of St. Anthony Falls with the expectations of the present in three different historic spaces within Mill City Museum. Between stories, participants will walk to the next location while learning about the Washburn A Mill, the home of Mill City Museum.

The tour includes about two blocks of moderately-paced walking.

November 5, 2017, Sunday - Art Attack 2017 at Northrup King Building

Time: Noon – 5:00pm

Location: Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson Street

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Art Attack is an annual open studio and gallery crawl at the Northrup King Building, in the heart of the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District. Northrup King Building's 20th annual Art Attack open studio tour, featuring history of the Northrup King Building originally built 100 years ago in 1917, and the Future Forward through the arts.

You will find 300 artists in one location working in painting and drawing, sculpture, photography, custom furniture, fiber arts, metal, ceramics, glass, hand-crafted and custom jewelry, mixed media, mosaics, textiles, and more. Enjoy live music and live demonstrations.

Art Attack is an exciting opportunity to gain admission to private studios and to buy original art direct from local, nationally and internationally known artists.

Food Trucks and Carts: Butcher Salt SIP Coffee

November 5, 2017, Sunday - Başgӧze-Pinto Piano Duo at MacPhail

Time: 3:30pm

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

Başgӧze-Pinto Piano Duo

An afternoon of US and world premieres of works by:

- Turgay Erdener

- Mario Franco

- Christopher Norton

- Gregory Theisen

Guest artists: Duo AMare – Antonia Daskalova and Miryana Moteva

Reception to follow. Sponsored by the Turkish American Association of Minnesota.

November 4, 2017, Saturday - Nice Ride Shutdown Eve Social Ride

Time: 5 PM - 8 PM

Location: Gold Medal Park

Nice Ride Shutdown Eve Social Ride

Join us to celebrate another great year of #NiceRide with a slow-paced social ride!

On the evening of November 4th, the day before we're shutting down Nice Ride for 2017, we'll meet up at Gold Medal Park for a mosey around town that incorporates Metro Transit and ends with snacks, drinks and good times.

This ride is free to everyone and using a Nice Ride is not mandatory. End destination to-be-announced.

November 4, 2017, Saturday - Art Attack 2017 at Northrup King Building

Dates/Times:

Saturday, November 4, 2013 - Noon – 8:00pm
Sunday, November 5, 2013 - Noon – 5:00pm

Location: Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson Street

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Art Attack is an annual open studio and gallery crawl at the Northrup King Building, in the heart of the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District. Northrup King Building's 20th annual Art Attack open studio tour, featuring history of the Northrup King Building originally built 100 years ago in 1917, and the Future Forward through the arts.

You will find 300 artists in one location working in painting and drawing, sculpture, photography, custom furniture, fiber arts, metal, ceramics, glass, hand-crafted and custom jewelry, mixed media, mosaics, textiles, and more. Enjoy live music and live demonstrations.

Art Attack is an exciting opportunity to gain admission to private studios and to buy original art direct from local, nationally and internationally known artists.

Food Trucks and Carts:

November 4: Simply Steve’s Potter’s Pasties SIP Coffee

November 5: Butcher Salt SIP Coffee

November 4, 2017, Saturday - Washburn A Mill Tour at Mill City Museum

Time: 1:00pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 S. 2nd Street

Washburn A Mill Tour 

Reservations: required, call 612-341-7555

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.

November 4, 2017, Saturday - Dawn of a Dream Gala at The Depot

Time:5:30 pm

Location: The Depot, 225 Third Avenue S

Dawn of a Dream Gala

With you, a world without childhood cancer is possible. Join the Dawn of a Dream Gala. Pre-dinner festivities include a silent auction and entertaining gala experiences for all, including a wine wall presented by Top Ten Liquors where guests can purchase wine to drink during the evening or to take home. Enjoy viewing select silent auction items, take a chance at our everybody wins punch walls and other exciting experiences while connecting with friends. Your evening will continue with a sit-down dinner presented by Wells Fargo, a captivating and passionate program emceed by CNN Correspondent Ed Lavandera and a highly anticipated live auction presented by Delta Air Lines. Cap off the night with a bourbon tasting and dancing to music by DJ Lenka Paris at the Post-Dinner Celebration presented by Optum. Black tie.

November 4, 2017, Saturday - Elements of Poetry at The Loft

Time: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Location: The Loft Literary Center, Open Book-Loft Classroom, 1011 Washington Ave

Elements of Poetry

This is an introductory class exploring the fundamental elements of poetry. We'll dip our minds into a selection of mostly contemporary poems and will attempt to add our voices to the ever-widening stream of contemporary poetry.

Discussion will focus on elemental concepts such as image, metaphor, or line breaks, but will also broaden to include larger deliberations like, "What makes a good poem a good poem?" We'll explore these concepts via a small selection of published poems while attempting to incorporate these concepts and ideas into our own work.

In-class exercises will be collaborative as well as individual and will serve to ignite our imaginations and help us incorporate what we've discovered via our discussions into our own poems. Time will be reserved for in-class writing, sharing of work, and feedback.

November 3, 2017, Friday - A Tail Wagging Affair 2017 at Minneapolis Event Center

Time: 6:00pm – 10:00 pm

Location: Minneapolis Event Center, 212 Second Street SE

A Tail Wagging Affair 2017

Please join us for our annual fundraising gala! All proceeds go to support our Beneficiary Organizations and the animals they care for. Visit our website for more information - www.pause4pawsmn.org

November 3, 2017, Friday - Minneapolis Gift & Art Expo

Friday, Nov. 3 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Saturday, Nov. 4 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Sunday, Nov. 5 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Location: Minneapolis Convention Center

Minneapolis Gift & Art Expo

Celebrate the holidays with a dazzling array of homewares, holiday decor, jewelry, accessories, pottery, sculpture, textiles, paintings, and so much more. Find fabulous gifts from accomplished artisans and unique boutiques across the city—all under one roof at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

November 3, 2017, Friday - Think Fast! Comedy Show at Day Block

Time: 9pm | 21+ | $5 Cover 

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Location: Day Block Brewing Company, 1105 S Washington Avenue

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Think Fast Comedy Improv

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Think Fast! the Improvised Standup Comedy Show returns to Day Block! Watch some of the best comedians in the city have to improvise a stand-up routine about topics given to them by other comics on the spot. Hosted by Sidney Oxborough 

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This month's Think Fast! features:

James Wells

Lyle Larue

Kathleen O'Brien

Shawn Nafstad

Marty Quist

Ahmed Khalaf 

Karen Pickering Cahow

Amanda Costner

Richard Ralston

Ryan Bouchey

This month's Think Fast! features:James WellsLyle LarueKathleen O'BrienShawn NafstadMarty QuistAhmed Khalaf Karen Pickering CahowAmanda CostnerRichard RalstonRyan Bouchey

November 3, 2017, Friday - Nora x TedX Minneapolis at MacPhail

Time:  4:30 PM - 10:30 PM

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

Nora x TedX Minneapolis

TEDx Minneapolis Women 2017 

Bridges: We build them, we cross them, and sometimes we even burn them… at TEDxMinneapolisWomen 2017, we will explore the many aspects of this year’s theme: Bridges, through a live stream from TEDWomen 2017, a community dinner and experiences throughout the venue. We are excited to be convening TEDxMinneapolisWomen 2017 in the historic MacPhail Center for Music.

At this time of deep divides and rising global challenges, we will hear TED Talks from entrepreneurs, innovators, artists and activists, thought leaders from business and civil society—bridge builders from around the world.

Nora McInerny has her hands in many pots, especially in the world of writing. She is a contributing editor for Elle.com, a freelance writer for publications like Time.com, Self.com, and Cosmopolitan.com, and is the author of “It’s Okay to Laugh (Crying is Cool, Too).” Additionally, she hosts a podcast through American Media called “Terrible, Thanks for Asking,” and is the founder of non-profit Still Kickin.