October 11, 2013, Friday - Book Arts Roundtable at MCBA

Time: 7:00pm

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

Book Arts Roundtable with visiting artist Macy Chadwick

Macy Chadwick publishes artist’s books and limited-edition prints under the imprint In Cahoots Press in Oakland, California. She received an MFA in Book Arts and Printmaking from The University of the Arts in Philadelphia and assisted book artist Julie Chen at Flying Fish Press in Berkeley for three years. She currently teaches at Academy of Art University in San Francisco, San Francisco Art Institute, and San Francisco Center for the Book. Her work is in prominent collections in the U.S. and abroad, including the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, Yale University Special Collections in New Haven, and The Jack Ginsberg Collection in South Africa.

Free and open to the public.

October 11, 2013, Friday - Kung Fu Zombies vs. Cannibals Preview at Southern Theater

TimeL 7:30pm

Location: Southern Theater, 1420 Washington Avenue South

Mu Performing Arts - Kung Fu Zombies vs. Cannibals
 
Written by Saymoukda Duangphouxay Vongsay Directed by Randy Reyes
 
Take a ride into a post-apocalyptic world where zombies have taken over and cannibals hide in the mountains. Based on the five Buddhist tenets, follow two Lao women as they struggle to maintain their personal moral code in a world gone wrong.
 
Zombie Pub crawl is going on the same weekend as opening night.  Dress up like a Zombie for $5 off tickets anytime during the run (no other ticket deals apply including student pricing).
 
SAYMOUKDA DUANGPHOUXAY VONGSAY is an award-winning Lao American poet and playwright whose poetry, essays, plays, and short stories have been published by literary journals, lifestyle magazines, almanacs, newspapers, anthologies, and scholastic journals nationwide.  She was named a 2011 Change Maker by Intermedia Arts and is a recipient of numerous scholarships to continue her education and work in philanthropy, arts administration, public policy, and literary arts.
 
Cast consists of the lead actors:  Meghan Kreidler, Laura Anderson, Payton Woodson, Maxwell Thao, Ayden Her, Jeannie Lander, Phasoua Vang, Allen Malicsi and a Fighting Chorus with: Rocky Her, Mikey Postle, Venise Berte, Joelle Fernandez, and Taylor Her.
 
This play marks the beginning of Randy Reyes’ tenure as Mu's new Artistic Director after 21 years under the leadership of Rick Shiomi.  Randy will direct this newest product of the Mu Performing Arts/Jerome New Performance Program.
 
Production team includes:
Lisa Smith (Stage Manager), Karin Olson (Lighting Designer), John Beuche (Set Designer), Guy Wagner (Projection Designer), Kellie Larson (Props Designer), and DJ Kool Akiem (Sound Designer)
 
Dates & Times
 
Oct 12 - 27
Thur - Sat 7:30p
Sun 2:00p

Tickets availble through the Mu Performing Arts Website

General Admission
Adult $22
Student $10
$5 Zombie Discount

October 11, 2013, Friday - Family Storytime at Central Library (Fridays thru November 22)

Time: 10:30am

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

For children age 2 and up. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement with your children.

October 11, 2013, Friday - Live Music at Crooked Pint

Time: 9:00pm

Location: Crooked Pint Ale House, 501 Washington Avenue South

Tonight: Symbol & Surface

October 11, 2013, Friday - Sorella Wine & Spirits Fall Wine Sale Preview Tasting

Times: 5:30pm - 7:30pm (featuring around 25 wines)

Location: Sorella Wine & Spirits, 1010 Washington Avenue South

Sorella Wine & Spirits Fall Wine Sale 2013 runs thru October 19, with15%-40% off every wine in the store.  Check the website for the tasting line up on the Monday prior to the event.

October 10, 2013, Thursday - Ten Thousand Things' A Midsummer Night's Dream at Open Book (4 nights)

Location: Open Book, 1011 Washington Avenue South

Ten Thousand Things presents: A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare, directed by Michelle Hensley

A delightfully diverse cast takes on Shakespeare’s exploration of life’s sudden, inexplicable changes in A Midsummer Night's Dream, the opening production of Ten Thousand Things’ 20th anniversary season. The production takes a look at the ways we get to step into lives other than our own—if only for a little while. Featuring Brittany Bradford, Sun-Mee Chomet, Kurt Kwan, Elise Langer, Gavin Lawrence, Mo Perry, Anna Sundberg and Karen Wiese-Thompson.  For information and tickets.

Dates and Times:
Thursday, October 10
Friday, October 11
Saturday, October 12
Sunday, October 13

Thursday, October 17th
Friday, October 18th
Saturday, October 19th
Sunday, October 20th
 
Thursday, October 24th
Friday, October 25th
Saturday, October 26th
Sunday, October 27th
 
Thursday, October 31st
Friday, November 1st
Saturday, November 2nd
Sunday, November 3rd

Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shows at 8pm; Sunday show at 4pm Public performances: October 10 -- November 3 (Thursdays through Sundays)

October 10, 2013, Thursday - 2013 Flame of Hope Gala at The Depot

Time: 5:30 pm

Location: The Depot Minneapolis, 225 Third Avenue South

The annual American Indian College Fund Flame of Hope Gala will be held at The Depot in Minneapolis to raise funds for scholarships to benefit Native students. A reception will begin at 5:30 pm, followed by a dinner program with Native entertainment. A silent auction of Native arts and other items will also be featured to raise funds for American Indian student scholarships.

More info.

October 10, 2013, Thursday - "Best Laid Plans" Murder Mystery at Old Spaghetti Factory

Time: 7:00pm

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

"Best Laid Plans"

Join The Murder Mystery Company as we journey back in time to the glamorous 1930's with, "Best Laid Plans".

Get all dolled up for an evening of "Old Hollywood Style" fun as you mingle with the who's whos of society. Be careful though, as someone in the room is guilty of a terrible crime. Bring your friends, family and don't forget your detective skills to help solve the case!

Information and tickets.

October 9, 2013, Wednesday - Third Ward NeighborhoodFest at the Nicollet Island Pavilion

Time: 5:00pm-9:00pm

Location: The Nicollet Island Pavilion

Third Ward NeighborhoodFest!

Free Food & Tastings

Free Entertainment

Free Networking & exhibits featuring businesses, restaurants, services, neighbhorhood groups, local talent, city and county projects, and new developments in our community.

October 9, 2013, Wednesday - Readings by Morgan Grayce Willow, Joyce Sutphen, and Sharon Chmielarz

Time: 7:00pm

Location: The Loft Literary Center, Performance Hall,1011 Washington Ave

Readings by Morgan Grayce Willow, Joyce Sutphen, and Sharon Chmielarz

Join us for an evening of poetry with three award winning poets, Morgan Grayce Willow, Joyce Sutphen, and Sharon Chielarz as they read from and discuss their latest publications.

October 9, 2013, Wednesday - Sorella Wine & Spirits Fall Wine Sale Preview Tasting

Times: 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Location: Sorella Wine & Spirits, 1010 Washington Avenue South

Sorella Wine & Spirits Fall Wine Sale 2013 runs thru October 19, with15%-40% off every wine in the store.

Free Wine Tastings these nights (featuring around 25 wines each):

Wednesday, October 9
Friday, October 11

Lineups for each tasting should be posted to the website the Monday evening before each event.

October 8, 2013, Tuesday - An Evening of Fine Wine & Fine Books at MCBA

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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

An Evening of Fine Wine & Fine Books

Sample a delectable variety of wines and cheeses and view the latest offerings from outstanding local and international book artists.

Our annual Evening of Fine Wine and Fine Books is dedicated to fostering the collection of artist’s books. In one evening, explore new work from more than 100 artists from around the world, representing the range of contemporary artist’s books from self-published chapbooks to fine press limited editions. This event offers something for everyone, from the most seasoned collector to the newest enthusiast.

This event is free; we hope you will join us.

October 8, 2013, Tuesday - One Minneapolis One Read: A Celebration of Gordon Parks at Central Library

Time: 6:00pm

Location: Central Library, Pohlad Hall, 300 Nicollet Mall

One Minneapolis One Read: A Celebration of Gordon Parks

Parks was a renowned photographer, artist, composer and filmmaker. As we honor him for the 2013 One Minneapolis One Read, join us for a free screening of the HBO documentary “Half Past Autumn: The Life and Works of Gordon Parks.” The film will be followed by a panel discussion including the film's director Craig Rice, Parks' niece Robin Hickman, tpt filmmaker Daniel Bergin and The Loft Literary Center Associate Program Director Bao Phi. Presented in support of One Minneapolis One Read.

October 8, 2013, Tuesday - DMNA Annual Meeting at Open Book

The Final Debate & Downtown Neighborhood Election Night

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00 pm

Location: Open Book, 1011 Washington Avenue S

Downtown Minneapolis Neighborhood Association and Agenda.

The DMNA Annual Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 8.  This year’s annual meeting will take place at Open Book – 1011 Washington Avenue S.  The meeting will start at 6 p.m.

The Debate

The annual meeting will feature a candidates forum for those people running for the Third Ward City Council seat.  All candidates for the new 3rd Ward City Council race have committed to participating:

• Jacob Frey (DFL Endorsed Candidate)
• Kristina Gronquist (Green Party Endorsed Candidate)
• Diane Hofstede (DFL Incumbent Councilwoman)
• Michael Katch (Libertarian Endorsed Candidate).

Sarah McKenzie from the Downtown Journal will moderate the forum.

The Election - You Have 4 Votes

Elections to the DMNA Board of Directors will take place at this meeting.  There are four seats up for election.  Anyone who lives, works, or owns property in the Downtown East or Downtown West neighborhoods can run for a seat on the board.  Board members serve a two-year term.

For the first time ever, Mill City Times is endorsing candidates.  These four Mill District residents, all extraordinarily engaged at the neigborhood level, will serve the Mill District/Downtown East area well:

- Chad DiDonato

- Laurie Jones

- Claudia Kittock

- Peter Zenner

Use your 4 votes!

Happy Hour

JJ's Coffee and Wine Bistro will also be offering happy hour specials to those people attending the DMNA annual meeting.

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October 7, 2013, Monday - 2nd Annual Riverfront Summit at Mill City Museum

Time: 6:00pm to 7:30pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 South 2nd Street

2nd Annual Riverfront Summit - A River of Opportunity

Featured keynote speaker will be Dorothy Bridges, Senior Vice President at the Federal Reserve Bank. In addition to the first release of the Minneapolis Riverfront Vitality Report, sponsored by MRP, this event will showcase key Riverfront plans, highlight progress and reinforce the strong partnerships that support Riverfront development.

Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership

October 6, 2013, Sunday - 32nd Annual Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon

Start Time:  8:00 AM (7:55 AM wheeler start)

The Twin Cities Marathon is called "The Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in America" with mile after mile of parkways, lakes, rivers and tree-lined boulevards.

Course:  The point-to-point course begins near the Metrodome in Minneapolis and finishes at the State Capitol in St. Paul.

More Info

October 6, 2013, Sunday - Second Story Reading Series: Molly Beth Griffin and Mary Casanova at The Loft

Time: 2:00pm

Location: The Loft Literary Center, Performance Hall,1011 Washington Ave

Second Story Reading Series: Molly Beth Griffin and Mary Casanova

Volunteer curated by children’s authors Swati Avasthi and Heather Bouwman, Second Story is the Loft’s reading series for young adult, middle-grade and picture book authors. Perfect for families and readers of all ages, Second Story pairs an up-and-coming author with a more established voice in children’s literature.

October's Second Story event pairs authors Molly Beth Griffin and Mary Casanova. Molly Beth Griffin is a graduate of Hamline University’s MFA program in Writing for Children and Young Adults and a teaching artist at the Loft. Her first picture book, Loon Baby, came out with Houghton Mifflin in 2011, and her first YA novel, Silhouette of a Sparrow, was published by Milkweed Editions in 2012 and is now out in paperback. Her novel was a finalist for the Lambda Literary Award and the Minnesota Book Award and was featured on ALA’s Rainbow List and the Amelia Bloomer list of feminist literature. She’s in the thick of revising a new YA novel, and has a second picture book deal in the works. Mary Casanova is the author of over 30 books, ranging from her newest picture book, One-Dog Sleigh, to her YA novel, Frozen, set on Rainy Lake, where Mary makes her home. Her books frequently land on state reading award master lists; this year in Minnesota, The Klipfish Code is a Maud Hart Lovelace nominee and The Day Dirk Yeller Came to Town is a Star of the North nominee. Her many awards include the ALA “Notable,” Parent’s Choice “Gold” Award, Booklist “Editor’s Choice” and two Minnesota Book Awards. Her American Girl books inspired two movies: Chrissa Stands Strong (HBO) and McKenna, Ready to Fly! (Universal Studios).

October 5, 2013, Saturday - Paint It Green: Junk Paleontology at Central Library

Time: 10:30am–12:30pm

Location: Central Library, Childrens Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

Registration required, begins September 7. Register online or call 612-543-8000.

K-grade 6. Fossilized bones of a new dinosaur – the Junkosaurus – have just been discovered in landfills around the world! Work with an artist to create your own version of this reptile using a lot of imagination and junk. Materials provided.

This project is funded with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.  Presented in collaboration with ArtStart.

October 5, 2013, Saturday - Taste Twin Cities Food Tours Minneapolis Riverwalk Tour

Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm

Location: Begins at Gold Medal Park (10th Avenue South & 2nd Street South), next to the Guthrie Theater - ends in Northeast Minneapolis

Hungry for an off-the-beaten path Minneapolis food experience? Join us as we explore one of the city's trendy and historical neighborhoods, Mill District and St. Anthony on Main in Northeast Minneapolis. You'll enjoy the afternoon sampling food at the first Thai restaurant in Minnesota, drinking local Minnesota brewed beer at the oldest restaurant in Minneapolis, and enjoy a local favorite - the cheese curds. You'll also enjoy mouth-watering pasta located in the historical Chase building, fresh baked European style bread at a local Farmers Market, home-made gelato, and lip smacking BBQ sliders from a historical restaurant that once operated as a mattress company.

Along with sampling food we will also visit the Mill City Museum, stroll by the Guthrie, and enjoy gorgeous views of St. Anthony Falls as we walk along the Stone Arch Bridge into historical St. Anthony on Main. You'll learn about the history of both these neighborhoods including a stroll along the oldest street in Minneapolis. You'll taste and chat with other food-loving guests, and leave the tour with an appreciation for these distinct neighborhoods that most tourist never see!

Reservations.

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October 5, 2013, Saturday - Washburn A Mill Tour at Mill City Museum

Times: 1:00pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 2nd Street South

Fee: $14 adults, $12 seniors and college students, $10 children ages 6-17 and MHS members. Tour includes museum admission.

Reservations: required, call 612-341-7555 or register online.

Take an in-depth look at the historic Washburn A Mill complex and the award-winning Mill City Museum building. A museum interpreter 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 non-public spaces. The tour includes admission to the museum gallery, Baking Lab, Water Lab and Flour Tower show.