January 19, 2017, Thursday - Thursday Morning Artist Series at MacPhail

Time: 9:30am reception, 10:30am concert

Location: MacPhail Center for Music, Antonello Hall, 501 2nd Street South

Thursday Mornings' December 1 Concert: 

Katie Anne Kohler, flute - Young Artist Scholarship Competition Winner 2016
OboeBass!: Carrie Vecchione, oboe and Rolf Erdahl, bass
Patricia Kent, soprano 
Marianne Bryan, piano

Upcoming Dates:

Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017

Thursday, Mar. 2, 2017

Thursday, Mar. 16, 2017

Thursday, Apr. 6, 2017

Thursday, Apr. 13, 2017 

January 19, 2017, Thursday - Myth & Lore at The Southern Theater (thru Jan 21)

Time:  7:30pm

Location:  The Southern Theater, 1420 Washington Avenue South

Main Street School of Performing Arts presents: Myth & Lore

History’s greatest legends come alive in this multi-disciplinary evening of theater and dance, featuring original work by John Mark and Aeysha Kinnunen. Audience members can expect an evening of highly physical work, breathing new life into ancient stories. Main Street School of Performing Arts is a tuition-free performing arts charter high school located in Hopkins, Minnesota. General admission $20 in advance ($24 at the door); student (with ID): $12; ARTshare members free.

January 18, 2017, Wednesday - Family Storytime at Central Library

Time: 10:30am - 11:00am

Location: Central Library, Children's Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

Family Storytime

For children of all ages and their parent or caregiver. Talk, sing, read, write and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.

Suitable for:Babies, Preschoolers and Toddlers

This event is also offered on:
January 25, 2017 (10:30 AM – 11:00 AM)
February 1, 2017 (10:30 AM – 11:00 AM)
February 8, 2017 (10:30 AM – 11:00 AM)
February 15, 2017 (10:30 AM – 11:00 AM)

January 18, 2017, Wednesday - Northeast Farmers Market Winter Market at Solar Arts

The Northeast Farmers Market and Solar Arts by Chowgirls provide the perfect environment for this neighborhood Winter Market.

DATES AND TIMES:
Wednesday, January 18th, 4pm- 7pm
Wednesday, February 15th, 4pm- 7pm
Wednesday, March 15th, 4pm- 7pm

January 18, 2017, Wednesday - Indoor Inline Skating at US Bank Stadium

Indoor Inline Skating

Schedule
 4:45PM | Doors Open (Participants can enter through the NW Legacy Gate or Skyway)
 5-7PM | Family Skate
 7-8PM | Athletic Skate

About The Event
Tickets must be purchased at the U.S. Bank Stadium Ticket Office, limited ticket quantities available. Ticket sales will end at 7:15PM on event nights.

2017 dates:
Jan 3, Jan 17, Jan 18, Jan 31
Feb 6, Feb 21, Feb 23, Feb 27
March 1, March 6, March 9, Mar 13

January 18, 2018, Wednesday - US Bank Stadium Tour & Annual APA MN Holiday Party

Time: 4:00pm - 9:00pm

Location: US Bank Stadium

US Bank Stadium Tour & Annual APA MN Holiday Party

Minneapolis East Town: From Stagnancy to Success.

Many people have seen the fast-paced rise of buildings and green space near the new US Bank Stadium, but only a few know the story of how “East Town” became what it is now. Hear from Minneapolis planner, Beth Elliott, about how planning played a key role in setting the stage and removing barriers to achieve this rising community we are seeing today.

January 17, 2017, Tuesday - Minnesota Indoor Distance Running at US Bank Stadium

Minnesota Distance Running at US Bank Stadium

Each session will run from 5pm to 8pm and cost $3 cash at the door per person. Capacity is 250 runners at a time, additional runners will be able to enter as previous runners leave. Distance: 696.63m inside lane, 726.55m outside lane.

 

2017 dates:

Jan 17, Jan 18, Jan 31
Feb 3, Feb 6, Feb 21, Feb 23, Feb 27
Mar 1, Mar 6, Mar 9, Mar 13

January 17, 2017, Tuesday - Confessions of a Human Sled Dog: Tuesday Talk with John Storkamp at Mill City Running

Time:  7:30 PM - 9 PM

Location: Mill City Running, 411 E Hennepin Avenue

Confessions of a Human Sled Dog: Tuesday Talk with John Storkamp

With over 100 marathons and ultramarathons completed, and over two decades of long distance running, backpacking and winter camping experience, "Human Sled-Dog" seems a fitting nickname for acclaimed race director & local runner John Storkamp. Storkamp participated in his first human-powered winter ultramarathon at the Arrowhead 135 in 2006 and became the first ever person to finish the race on foot. He went on to start the race 11 times, finish 8 times and win 3 times. Along the way Storkamp has completed the Tuscobia 150 and Iditarod Trail Invitational 350. Join us for an evening of stories from the winter trails as Storkamp shares his experience with training, gear, race techniques and strategy, in addition to answering audience questions about all things winter running and racing related!

January 14, 2017, Saturday - Mill City Farmers Market in Mill City Museum

December 17, 2016, Saturday - Mill City Farmers Market in Mill City Museum

The Mill City Farmers Market boasts the best indoor winter market in town from November to April. Shop from over 40 local farmers, food vendors, and artists from 10:00am to 1:00pm inside the Mill City Museum.

2016/2017 Winter Market Schedule:
January 14 & 28
February 11
March 4*, 11, & 25
April 8 & 22
*At the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chanhassen

January 14, 2017, Saturday - The Loft Celebrates Voices of Our Nation Artists

Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Location: The Loft Literary Center, 1011 Washington Avenue S

The Loft Celebrates Voices of Our Nation Artists

Pricing:  • Regular: $15  • Member: $10

January 14, 2017, Saturday - Volunteer Biennial Opening Reception at The Soap Factory

Time: 7pm-11pm

Location: The Soap Factory, 514 Second Street SE

Volunteer Biennial Opening Reception

January 14 - February 12 (Gallery hours: Wed - Fri 2pm–8pm, and Sat / Sun Noon-5pm)

Created and planned by artists who know The Soap Factory best, the volunteer biennial showcases both the talents of The Soap Factory’s volunteer force and the creative potential of its historic industrial space. 2016 will be no exception, from their highly skilled and innovative pool of over 200 volunteers and interns, this exhibition will be a great opportunity for visitors to see new work by local artists who spend their free time giving back to their arts community.

January 14, 2017, Saturday - Taste Twin Cities Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Tour

Time: 2:00pm

Location: Begins at LaSalle Plaza (800 LaSalle Plaza), Hennepin Ave between 8th & 9th Street; ends at Metro Building (80 9th Street S)

Taste Twin Cities Food Tours Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Tour

While it's chilly outside, join us as we weave our way through the cozy corners of downtown Minneapolis skyways on a food adventure.  We will stroll through the "Broadway" Theatre District and enjoy VIP service as we visit some of the newest and hottest award winning restaurants downtown has to offer. The tour includes seeing the Minneapolis skyscraper that was modeled after the Washington Monument and visiting the famous Statue of Mary Richards tossing her hat.  Along the way we will also visit quaint eateries that have pride in local ownership; including a favorite since 1932.  You will participate in craft beer sampling and learn the secrets behind the great food you are enjoying.  You'll leave the tour with a tasty experience of some of the best food finds Minneapolis has to offer all while learning history of downtown and soaking in the local culture.

January 13, 2017, Friday - 1st Precinct Court Watch at Central Library

Time: 10:00am - 11:30am

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Location: Doty Conference Room, Central Library, 300 Nicollet

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Court Watch is a collaborative, community-based approach to criminal justice. Concerned citizens partner with police, prosecutors, probation officers, and other resources to prevent and respond to public safety concerns.
The primary goals are to hold offenders accountable for their crimes with a proportionate response from the criminal justice system, and reduce and prevent new crimes in our community.

January 13, 2017, Friday - Winterskate: Animated Movie Scores in Loring Park

Wells Fargo Minneapolis WinterSkate offers you a chance to skate under the downtown Minneapolis skyline. Join us for one of Minnesota's favorite winter activities.

The Wells Fargo Minneapolis WinterSkate runs daily in Loring Park and will be open now through early March. It’s a great way to spend some time enjoying a Minnesota winter tradition by skating outdoors during the holidays and beyond. The warming house will be open throughout the winter skating season 3-9 pm on Monday-Friday, 9 am-9 pm on Saturday and 10 am-6 pm on Sundays. Special hours apply during select holidays and on Minneapolis School Release Days.

Also enjoy great programming throughout the winter including the following:

Every Friday in January: Music & Light Nights (Featuring popular tunes and fun lighting)
• Jan. 13: Animated Movie Scores
• Jan. 20: Rockin' Country Skate/Military Appreciation Night
• Jan. 27: Today's Top Music Hits

Every Wednesday in February: After School Skate (Free skating lessons for all ages and exhibitions with the Figure Skating Club of Minneapolis)
• Learn how to skate
• Free figure skating lessons/ demo
• Snack & skates

Movie Skates:
• Jan. 21: The Mighty Ducks
• Feb. 2: Ground Hogs Day

January 12, 2017, Thursday - Member Happy Hour: Prophecies of the Future at The Loft

Time: see schedule below

Location: The Loft Literary Center, 1011 Washington Avenue S

Member Happy Hour: Prophecies of the Future

Members make the Loft possible. After months of listening and dreaming and concocting, we're ready to share the vision for the Loft's next chapter. Our members are essential to the Loft's success, so we want members to be the first to see the new look and to hear what's in store for the Loft's future.

We're excited to unveil the new logo, launch new programs, and celebrate the spirit that our founders and leaders have brought to the Loft from the beginning: a belief that no matter what, stories and poems will hold us up, and community will carry us through.

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5:30 p.m. - Social time with a hosted bar, snacks, music, photo booth, and fortune-telling activities
6:00 p.m. - Featured readings and the vision for the Loft's future and logo reveal by Board Chair Jacque Fletcher and Executive Director Britt Udesen
6:30 p.m. - More social time and handing out of new tote bags!

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We hope you can join us. Please help us plan with a quick RSVP here. 

This event is free for Loft members. To become a Loft member and attend member events like this, please make a membership contribution here or become a member at the door. The Loft relies on member support to keep this thriving community of readers and writers going strong. Thank you!

January 12, 2017, Thursday - 8th Street Reconstruction Project Meeting at Crystal Court

Times: See below

Location: Crystal Court (IDS Center, 1st floor) 80 S 8th Street

8th Street Reconstruction Project Meeting

The City of Minneapolis will be reconstructing 8th Street between Hennepin Avenue and Chicago Avenue. Design and engineering are underway and construction is anticipated to begin in 2019.

Please join us at an upcoming open house to learn more about the project, review preliminary roadway and streetscape concepts, and provide feedback. There will be two meetings on Thursday, January 12, 2017 at the Crystal Court in the IDS Center:

Meeting 1: 11:00am – 1:00pm

Meeting 2: 4:00pm – 6:00pm

January 11, 2017, Wednesday - 50th Anniversary Showing of The Good, the Bad and the Ugly at St. Anthony Main Theatre

Time:  7:00pm  

Location: St. Anthony Main Theatre, 115 Main Street SE

The Film Society of Minneapolis St. Paul presents the 50th Anniversary Showing of The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Celebrating it's 50th anniversary, Sergio Leone's spaghetti western masterpiece returns to theaters! Featuring some of the most riveting and inspirational scenes in film history, it's impact on cinema and popular cultural is as relevant as ever. Co-presented by the Italian Film Festival of Minneapolis St. Paul.

The Man With No Name and Tuco are gunmen who admire each other professionally but dislike each other personally. Encountering a group of dying soldiers, Tuco learns the location of the graveyard where a Confederate treasure is buried, while the Man With No Name learns the identity of the exact grave. Joined by mercenary drifter Sentenza, they cross the desert, each of the desperadoes knowing part of the secret and each focusing his squinty eyes on the $200,000 bounty.

January 9, 2017, Monday - Surdyk's Gruyere Family Cheese Class at Ginger Hop

Time: 6:30pm (lasts approximately 2 hours)

Location: Ginger Hop, 201 East Hennepin Avenue

The Gruyere Family

New Class! We’ll be taking a look at the world of Alpine cheeses, how they’ve evolved in Europe, and how they’ve influenced our domestic creativity. This class will examine the differences and similarities between the cheeses as well as looking deeper at the centuries old Alpine cheesemaking tradition. Lastly, we’ll learn why they praise the cows for coming down the mountain.

$40 per person, reservations required. Instructor: Courtney Nulicek

January 7, 2017, Saturday - Dinner Detective at Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown

Time: Doors open at 6:00pm

Location: Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown, 1500 Washington Avenue S

Dinner Detective Minneapolis

The Dinner Detective is America’s LARGEST, award-winning interactive comedic murder mystery dinner show! Our high-energy, modern-day whodunit is combined with a full four-course meal.

Our immensely popular murder mystery shows are set in the present day. Unlike other murder mystery dinner shows (or just dinner shows in general), with The Dinner Detective, you and your guests will not find themselves staring at cheesy costumes, there will be no recited campy dialogue and certainly no hokey song and dance. Our performers are dressed just like everyone else, leaving all of the guests to suspect who is a part of the show and who is not! All scripts are based on actual cold cases and are created in house. From the get go, the guests are seated with the performers and most likely will not realize it! Our Detectives enter the room, proceed to interrogate guests, find clues and start the investigation. This allows our guests to socialize with and interrogate each other, while deciphering real life-based clues. At the end of the night, prizes are awarded to the Top Sleuth who solves the crime!

January 7, 2017, Saturday - Bluegrass Brunch at Aster Cafe

Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm No Cover

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 Main Stree SE

High 48’s Bluegrass Brunch

Since forming in 2006, The High 48s have been making music that combines the soulful sound of classic bluegrass with a modern attitude, original songs and a wide range of influences far beyond Bill Monroe, the Stanley Brothers, and Flatt and Scruggs. In a genre created and dominated by artists from the South, The High 48s were born and raised in the Upper Midwest.