September 19, 2017, Tuesday - Minneapolis Professional and Technology Diversity Career Fair at US Bank Stadium

Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT

Location:  US Bank Stadium Station, West Plaza Lobby - Legacy Gate Entrance

Minneapolis Professional and Technology Diversity Career Fair

Start making connections at the Minneapolis Professional & Technology Diversity Career Fair. Meet face-to-face with companies that are hiring diverse motivated candidates just like you. Whether you’re unemployed or interested in new opportunities, come make valuable connections with top recruiters. So Polish Your Resume…Bring Plenty of Copies…and Get Ready to Start or Advance Your Career!

The Minneapolis Professional & Technology Diversity Career Fair is FREE and open to everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, etc.

For more information, visit http://www.prodivnet.com/events/minneapolis-professional-and-technology-diversity-career-fair-1 or call (800) 390-5561 x107. 

September 19, 2017, Tuesday - Mill City Farmers Market Night Market at The Commons

Time: 3:30pm to 7:30pm

Location: The Commons, 425 Portland Avenue S

Mill City Farmers Market Night Market

This will be an ongoing event through Tuesday, September 26. 

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! More Info

PROGRAMS

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

• Meet Your Vegetables demonstrations
• Power of Produce kids veggie tasting club
• CSA pick-up
• Community dinners
• Live Music 

September 19, 2017, Tuesday - Make Homes Happen Forum at Hennepin Ave United Methodist Church

September 18, 2017, Monday - Shine On: An Uprising Benefit at Honey

          Time: 7 PM - 10 PM

Location: Honey, 205 East Hennepin Avenue

Shine On: An Uprising Benefit

Join us at honey in Minneapolis for another fantastic Uprising benefit.

You'll hear a bit about the mission and vision of Uprising, see some scenes from our October show "These Shining Lives" by Melanie Marnich, hear amazing local performers, get to bid on silent auction items, have amazing drinks and food at the cash bar, and partake in some fun surprises!

(If you're a performer and interested in performing at the benefit, send an email to connect@uprisingtheatreco.com)

Tickets are $15 (in advance or at the door) OR you can pay $25 and also get a ticket to any performance of These Shining Lives (saving you $10).

Members of Uprising (at certain levels) get free or discounted entrance to benefits. for more ...www.uprisingtheatreco.com/memberships

If you can't make it but still want to donate: www.uprisingtheatreco.com/donate

September 18, 2017, Monday - A Conversation with Jostein Gaarder and Lisa Von Drasek at Milkweed

Time: 6:30 PM - 8 PM EDT

Location: Milkweed Books, 1011 Washington Ave S

A Conversation with Jostein Gaarder and Lisa Von Drasek

Join best-selling Norwegian author Jostein Gaarder (Sophie's World) and Lisa Von Drasek, Curator of Children's Literature Research Collections at the University of Minnesota and major voice in the world of children's literature, for an evening of conversation at Milkweed Books, the bookshop located at Open Book. Stick around and celebrate the release of his Gaarder's new picture book, Questions Asked (illustrated by Akin Düzakin), published by Elsewhere Editions. The New York Times Book Review called it, "a simple list of big questions all of us would do well to ask about life and how best to live it..." Refreshments provided, wonderment encouraged. Free and open to the public.

September 17, 2017, Sunday - NADIA at MacPhail Center for Music

Time: 4:00pm

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

NADIA - Giving voice to the most influential music teacher of the 20th century through her words and music.

Who was Nadia Boulanger? Why did thousands of musicians flock to France to study with “the most influential teacher since Socrates”? Actress/singer Christina Baldwin of Jeune Lune/Moving Company/ Guthrie is compelling in the role of Nadia as she explores the memories and secrets behind this charismatic music teacher in a riveting one -woman tour- de -force marrying music with theater. 

In this chamber music/ theatrical revue, music performed by the Bakken Trio‘s warmly expressive violinist Stephanie Arado and the brilliant pianist Michael Kim trigger Nadia’s memories of her life, the deaths of her father and lover, the complex relationship she had with “the true genius of the family”, her sister Lili, and the “crazy pleasure” she feels teaching.   Nadia Boulanger’s brilliance and magnetic personality are showcased in master classes – How Does Bach Write Mercy? – as well as in private lessons with Copland, Francaix and Piazzola.

The imaginative Stephen Epp, veteran of Jeune Lune Theater and the Moving Company, focuses on symbolism in his playful yet focussed direction of this original Bakken Trio production based on  Boulanger’s own quotes,  and  on scenes recounted by Boulanger students to scriptwriter Mina Fisher. Musical excerpts of Nadia’s teachers and from her vastly diverse students – Piazzola and Quincy Jones, Lili Boulanger and Skrowaczewski – permeate the play, even as music formed the backbone of Nadia Boulanger’s life. NADIA is the story of a woman tenaciously overcoming sexism in early twentieth century Paris to make an unparalleled impact on the musical world.

In this homage to great teachers, themes include the richness of the mentor/scholar relationship, the balance of artistic freedom with craft, truth vs. perception, and the counterpoint of emotion endured by those who live intensely.

Tickets available at the door and on http://www.bakkentrio.org/  ($30 general, $25 senior, $20 student)

Additional performance: Monday, September 18, 7:30pm

September 17, 2017, Sunday - Fresh Hell Comedy Ka-Blingo at Day Block Brewing

Time: 8 PM - 11 PM

Location: Day Block Brewing Company, 1103 Washington Avenue South

Tonight: Fresh Hell Comedy Ka-Blingo

WELCOME TO HELL!

We're back with another hot spoonful of Fresh Hell! We've got a ridiculous lineup with some of the Twin Cities finest funny people on deck to drop burning hot sets.

This month we've got Old Scratch himself, The Devil (in the form of Lyle Larue), live on stage and answering your questions*! FOR REAL.

Featuring:
Shelly Paul
Greg Coleman
Daniel Raderstrong
Kristen Pichette
Moe Yaqub
+ a full set from co-host Courtney Baka

And, of course, we're also playing comedy Ka-Blingo ("What's that?" you ask. Oh, you'll see...) and you can win beer?

And, of course, this show is as free as America can be? Bring everyone you've ever loved and let's light this tire fire!

Hosted by Andrew "The Ex-Catholic" Cahak and guest co-host Kristen "Killer Kris" Pichette.

September 17, 2017, Sunday - Minneapolis Bike Tour

The 11th annual Minneapolis Bike Tour starts and ends at beautiful Boom Island and features multiple fully supported routes that take riders through the spectacular park and byway system of Minneapolis at their own pace, traffic free!

Registration

New This Year: We will not be giving away T-Shirts this year. Instead, riders will have the option to purchase a Moisture-wicking, Technical Shirt. Click on the Merchandise tab during the registration process if you are interested in purchasing a shirt.

For route details, start times, etc., visit the official Minneapolis Bike Tour site.

September 17, 2017, Sunday - Minneapolis Riverfront Walking Tour at the Mill City Museum

Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd Street

Minneapolis Riverfront Walking Tour

Take a guided walking tour of the Minneapolis riverfront and learn about its dramatic past and bright future. Visit the historic district at St. Anthony Falls, once the milling center of the world and now a growing cultural, recreational and residential neighborhood. Stop along the Stone Arch Bridge for spectacular views of the falls, view historic buildings surrounding the riverfront and downtown Minneapolis, and learn about the many people who have worked and lived in the area over the years. Plus, explore the ongoing riverfront renaissance through the historic preservation of Mill Ruins Park, Mill City Museum, Milwaukee Road Depot, historic loft condominiums and new developments, including the Guthrie Theater, MacPhail Center for Music and riverfront housing.

This tour includes about 1.5 miles of moderately paced walking on uneven surfaces. Please call ahead to make arrangements for guests with limited mobility.

September 17, 2017, Sunday - Preserve Minneapolis presents: Historic East Hennepin Walking Tour

Time: 10:00am - 11:30am

Location: East Hennepin and Main St. SE

Preserve Minneapolis presents: 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 Preserve Minneapolis 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.

This tour will walk approximately 1.5 miles. The tour guides are Scott Parkin and Michael Rainville.

September 17, 2017, Sunday - Twin Cities Ukrainian Heritage Festival

Time: Noon - 5:00pm

Location: Ukrainian American Community Center, 301 Main Street SE

Twin Cities Ukrainian Heritage Festival

Welcome to the 17th Annual Twin Cities Ukrainian Heritage Festival!

Bring family and friends to this FREE event! Get entertained with outstanding dance and music performances, enjoy delicious homemade Ukrainian food, and simply have fun!

Ukrainian Heritage Festival is world-class celebration of Ukrainian culture and its unique traditions in the Twin Cities. “All things Ukrainian” await you!

As in previous years, we will share the artistic and cultural achievements of our community on the local, national and world-wide levels, in folk dance, music, and other folk art. This year we are particularly proud to feature our local Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Ensemble, members of which are performing in Lviv, Ukraine i...n August. Their performance at our Festival will mark their return from their trip abroad.

Come waltz and polka with Ukrainian Village Band, a Ukrainian roots band, playing folk & modern music. One can always find people dancing wherever they play!

This festival has many attractions: cultural exhibit, craft vendors, children's games, silent auction, beer garden with local and international beers, and more!!!

We welcome ALL with hearts full of joy! Vitajemo! Welcome! 

September 16, 2017, Saturday - 7th Konawerks Bike Show at Grumpy's

Time: 3:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Grumpy's, 1111 Washington Avenue South

7th Konawerks Bike Show

This is a motorcycle show fundraiser for the Minnesota Prostate Cancer Coalition. This year things are a bit different. There will be a recommended $10.00 donation instead of a bike registration fee. The bike categories will be different. We will have bigger raffle prizes along with another motorbike to raffle off! We will also again be joined by fabulous bands!

September 16, 2017, Saturday - Mill City Farmers Market

Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm

Location: 704 South 2nd Street

Today at Mill City Farmers Market: Update coming soon!

September 16, 2017, Saturday - Nicollet Island: North Tip Walking Tour

Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Location:  East Island Avenue & Merriam Street

Nicollet Island: North Tip Walking Tour with Preserve Minneapolis

Nicollet Island developed as a microcosm of early Minneapolis, with water-powered factories, storefronts, block-long rowhouses, a mansion district, and a neighborhood that still stands as a sampler of the 19th century residential architecture.The 40-acre island just above St. Anthony Falls next to downtown Minneapolis is the site of the first bridge anywhere across the Mississippi River (where Hennepin Avenue crosses now), as well as an early railroad crossing that divides the island in two. It is said to be the only inhabited island the entire length of the Mississippi.

The North Tip Tour focuses on the the neighborhood upriver from the railroad tracks where people have lived since the 1860s. Native Americans tapped maples there, houses moved within the island and onto the island, a school went up and came down, and resident donkeys made friends with visitors into the 1980s. This tour walks about a half-mile; the tour guide is Chris Steller.

September 16, 2017, Saturday - Bike with a Ranger at The Commons

Time: 10:00am

Location: The Commons, Minneapolis, 425 Portland Ave S

Bike with a Ranger at The Commons

Hop on your own bike or grab a Nice Ride to take a tour with a National Park Service Ranger, in partnership with Mississippi Park Connection and National Park Service. Tour the neighborhoods and learn more about flora and fauna, the Mississippi River or a variety of topics.

Meet at NiceRide – 4th Street and Portland Avenue.

Bike with a Ranger at The Commons future date:  October 21 

September 16, 2017, Saturday - Autumn Brew Review 2017 at Grain Belt Brewery Complex

Time: 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Location: Grain Belt Brewery Complex, 19 13th Avenue NE

Autumn Brew Review 2017

The 17th annual Autumn Brew Review craft beer festival will return to the historic Grain Belt Brewery complex in Northeast Minneapolis! Beer and brewers from all across the nation will be on-site for one of the largest and oldest annual celebrations of craft beer in Minnesota. The 17th annual non-profit outdoor festival, produced by and benefiting the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild, will feature unlimited beer from 140+ breweries, as well as non-alcoholic samples, a commemorative tasting glass, live music, tasty food vendors on-site, a chance to vote in the “Best of Fest” awards for best beer and best brewery, beer educational sessions and tours, random shenanigans and a good time to be had by all at this beautiful historic venue on the banks of the mighty Mississippi. $45 in advance.

September 16, 2017, Saturday - TCO Vikings 5K at US Bank Stadium

Time: 8am

Location: US Bank Stadium

TCO Vikings 5K

Experience what it is like to be a Minnesota Viking as you run out the tunnel and conquer the field. Join us Saturday, September 16 for the TCO Vikings 5K as you and your friends finish on the 50-yard line of U.S. Bank Stadium. Post-race, runners can tour the Vikings locker room and get autographs from Vikings Legends.

September 16, 2017, Saturday - Engineering the Falls: History Player William de la Barre Tour at the Mill City Museum

Time: 10:30 am - Noon

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. Visit the Minneapolis riverfront, the west side milling district and the Stone Arch Bridge, and hear about the many ways the falls have changed over the years.

This tour includes about 1.5 miles of moderately paced walking on uneven surfaces. Please call ahead to make arrangements for guests with limited mobility.

September 16, 2017, Saturday - Monica Larson: Poetry of Resistance & Change Opening Reception at The Soap Factory

Time: 7:30pm – 10:00pm

Location: The Soap Factory, 514 Second Street SE

Monica Larson: Poetry of Resistance & Change

On exhibit: September 16 – October 9

Group ride: September 16, 6 – 7 pm

Monica Edwards Larson / Sister Black (Bike) Press’s project Poetry of Resistance& Change consists of two parts: a temporary installation of letterpress printed poetry cards and a poetry reading and DIY printing event, using the mobile bicycle press, at the Soap Factory. The installation will consist of hundreds of letterpress printed poetry cards and broadsides featuring the work of local poets whose work bears witness to the many challenges facing our democracy, the health of our planet and all aspects of human rights that inspire action.

This project is a part of Lit Crawl. Lit Crawl MN boasts a roster of local authors, artists and performers at 10+ different events that range from readings, improv, games, interactive story-building and a hands-on workshop. A celebration of the vibrant literary scene in the Twin Cities, this lively crawl will have something for everyone. Lit Crawl Minneapolis is a project of Bartmann Group and the Litquake Foundation.

Meet at Bryant Lake Bowl, 810 W. Lake St. (in adjacent alley) at 6 pm for a group ride to The Soap Factory. The comfortably paced six-mile route will follow the Midtown Greenway trail to Hiawatha LRT trail to 11th Ave to W. River Pkwy and across the Stone Arch bridge…Food and beer trucks will be waiting! Join local poets for readings and performances at the opening reception. Poets include: D. Allen, Michael Kleber-Diggs, Marion Gomez, Junauda Petrus, Maitreyi Ray, Hawona Sullivan-Janzen and Ben Weaver. 

September 15, 2017, Friday - Live Music at Aster Cafe

Time: 9:00pm $7

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 Main Street SE

Tonight: Family Three (Gospel Folk)