October 5, 2012, Friday - Live Music at Aster Cafe

Time: 9:00pm Cover: $5

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 Main Stree SE

Tonight: firebell (f. park evans)

October 4, 2012, Thursday - Talk of the Stacks With Naomi Wolf at Central Library

Time: 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:15pm)

Location: Pohlad Hall, Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

Talk of the Stacks With Naomi Wolf

On October 4, best-selling author and respected social critic Naomi Wolf shares Vagina: A New Biography, her new astonishing work of cutting-edge science and cultural history that radically reframes how we understand the vagina and the female consciousness.

Held at the Hennepin County Library - Minneapolis Central in Pohlad Hall, the programs are free and open to the public. Seating is first come, first served. Doors open at 6:15 PM and programs begin at 7 PM. 

A program of the Friends of the Hennepin County Library. Presenting sponsor: The Private Client Reserve of U.S. Bank. Additional support: Dorsey and Whitney LLP, MinnPost, Magers and Quinn Booksellers and the Marquette Hotel.

October 4, 2012, Thursday - First Thursdays in the Arts District at Northrup King Building

Time:  5:00pm - 9:00pm

Location: Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson Street NE

A multitude of painters, sculptors, printmakers, photographers, ceramists, textile and fiber artists, jewelers, furniture showrooms and more open their studios at the Northrup King Building located in the heart of the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District.

Meet our new neighbors, Indeed Brewing, located one block west of the Northrup King Building, on the corner of Quincy and 15th. The taproom will be open from 3:00pm-10:00pm.

Upcoming First Thursday in the Arts District dates: November 1st and December 6th.

October 4, 2012, Thursday - Ten Thousand Things' Measure for Measure at Open Book (4 nights)

Location: Open Book, 1011 Washington Avenue South

Future dates:  October 11 - 14 and October 19 - 21

Times:
Friday and Saturday shows start at 8:00pm
Sunday shows at 4:00pm

Ten Thousand Things presents Measure for Measure

Fourteen years ago, Measure for Measure was Ten Thousand Things’ first Shakespeare production. Now, after a successful co-production of the play with The Public Theater in New York in 2010, the company brings a new production to new audiences in the Twin Cities in fall 2012.

The show begins its tour to prisons, low-income centers and shelters September 13 and concludes with four weekends of public performances at Open Book September 27–October 21 (exception: October 18 at Plymouth Congregational Church). Artistic Director Michelle Hensley directs Shakespeare’s look at the inadequacy of human efforts to render good justice. Featured in the cast are Luverne Seifert, Sonja Parks, Suzanne Warmanen, India Gurley, Nathan Barlow, Karen Wiese-Thompson, Zach Curtis and Kurt Kwan. Peter Vitale is the music director.

Sets are by Stephen Mohring and costumes by Amelia Cheever. For tickets: http://www.tenthousandthings.org/measure.

October 4, 2012, Thursday - Midwest Photo Safari: "Minneapolis Nights" Mill Ruins Park and the Stone Arch Bridge

Time:
This safari begins 30 minutes before local sunset (your tour confirmation will have an exact time). We meet at Mill Ruins Park on the west bank of the river. The Safari runs about 90 minutes on Thursday and Friday Nights.

Location:
This tour begins at Mill Ruins Park on the west bank of the Minneapolis riverfront.  We start by photographing  this interesting park,  then walk across the famous Stone Arch bridge to photograph the Minneapolis night skyline. We will learn the principles of low light settings on your digital SLR's or the various "scene" mode settings of your digital point and shoot camera.

More Information and Registration.

October 3, 2012, Wednesday - One Minneapolis One Read: Dakota 38 at Central Library

Time: 7:00pm–9:00pm

Location: Pohlad Hall, Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

One Minneapolis One Read: Dakota 38

This documentary tells the story of Jim Miller, a Dakota native, who sets out to recreate the 330-mile journey from South Dakota to Minnesota that shaped the tragic experience of the Dakota people. A panel discussion follows the film.

Presented in collaboration with the City of Minneapolis and Minneapolis Public Schools in support of the annual "One Minneapolis, One Read" event.

October 3, 2012, Wednesday - Anya Achtenberg's Blue Earth with Special Guests at The Loft

Tme: 7:00pm

Location: The Loft, Performance Hall, 1011 Washington Avenue South

Anya Achtenberg's Blue Earth with Special Guests
 
Anya Achtenberg will read from her new book Blue Earth and then Christine Stark and Gretchen Brown Wright will present essays from The Chalk Circle: International Prize Winning Essays.

Blue Earth is a novel set in Minnesota where Carver Heinz loses both farm and family in the farm crisis of the 1980s. Displaced into urban Minneapolis, he becomes obsessed with Angie, a beautiful child he rescues from a tornado in an encounter he insists they keep silent. Her close friendship with a Dakota Indian boy fuels Carver’s rage and unleashes a series of events that reveal the haunting power of each character’s past and of their intertwined histories.

Anya Achtenberg is an award-winning fiction writer and poet. Her publications include Blue Earth, with an excerpt in the Harvard Review, the autobiographical novella The Stories of Devil-Girl, both with Modern History Press, and The Stone of Language (poetry), published by West End Press. She received a grant from the MN State Arts Board.  Her short fiction has received awards from Coppola's Zoetrope: All-Story, New Letters, the Raymond Carver Story Contest, and others. Anya is a teacher, manuscript consultant and coach for fiction writers and poets. She developed and teaches a series of multi-genre workshops on Writing for Social Change (Re-Dream a Just World; Place and Exile/Borders and Crossings; and Yearning and Justice: Writing the Unlived Life.)  She lives in St Paul.

About The Chalk Circle: Award-winning editor Tara L. Masih put out a call in 2007 for Intercultural Essays dealing with the subjects of “culture, race, and a sense of place.”  The prizewinners are gathered for the first time in a ground-breaking anthology that explores many facets of culture not previously found under one cover.  The powerful, honest, thoughtful voices—Native American, African American, Asian, European, Jewish, White—speak daringly on topics not often discussed in the open, on subjects such as racism, anti-Semitism, war, self-identity, gender, societal expectations.  Their words will entertain, illuminate, take you to distant lands, and spark important discussions about our humanity, our culture, and our place within society and the natural world.

Christine Stark is an author and artist of American Indian and European heritage. Her writing has appeared in numerous publications and anthologies, including The Chalk Circle: Intercultural Prize-Winning Essays, University of Pennsylvania Law Review, Poetry Motel, and When We Become Weavers: Queer Female Poets on the Midwest Experience. Her novel, Nickels: A Tale of Dissociation was a 2011 Lambda Literary finalist. She is a co-editor of Not For Sale, an international anthology about sexual violence. Her poem “Momma's Song” was released as a double CD manga by Fred Ho and the Afro Asian Music Ensemble. She was selected as an emerging creative non-fiction writer by the Loft Mentor Series and she has won McKnight Awards for both her writing and visual art. She teaches writing part-time at Metropolitan State University and lives in Minneapolis with her partner, April.

THIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

October 3, 2012, Wednesday - Minneapolis Park and Rec Board Meeting

Time: 5:00pm

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

Agenda

The regular meetings are rebroadcast on Channel 79 on Saturdays at 1 p.m. and on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 5 p.m.

Webcasts of MPRB regular board meetings are posted on the MPRB website two to five business days after each meeting and are available for viewing, along with Webcasts for the recent two months, at http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=900

October 2, 2012, Tuesday - Adult Anime Club at Central Library

Time:  5:00pm–7:00pm

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

Adult Anime Club

Get together with other adult anime and manga fans to watch episodes, discuss manga, play games and generally geek out. This club is for anyone aged 18 and older. Please be prepared to present proof of age.

Additional dates:

Tuesday, Oct. 16, 5–7 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 30, 5–7 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 13, 5–7 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 27, 5–7 p.m.

October 2, 2012, Tuesday - Dance Programs with Rachel Damiani at 501F1T

Time:  6:00pm until 8:00pm (Dance Fitness @ 6pm, Dance Workshop @ 7pm)

Location: 501F1T, 501 Washington Avenue South 

DANCE FITNESS = Sizzling Samba, Fiery Tango, Energetic African Dance provide a great cardiovascular workout!
• All Levels & Abilities Welcome
• Learn Dance Steps To Be Active to Burn Calories
• Coordinate Dance Steps To Stimulate Your Brain
• Experience Your Inner Grace & Elegance
...FREE FOR 501FIT CLIENTS!

DANCE WORKSHOPS = Learn the basics of the Waltz, Cha-Cha, Swing, Rumba, Tango and Foxtrot!
• Designed for Beginners, All Levels Welcome
• Individuals Can Join in, Partners Not Required
• Open Dancing Available to Reinforce Steps
• Affordable Price, Package Discounts Available!
$15/Person $10 for 501FIT Clients!

October 1, 2012, Monday - Yasiin Bey (Mos Def) at The Guthrie

Time: 7:30pm

Location: Guthrie Theater, Wurtele Thrust Stage, 818 South 2nd Street

Actor and MC Yasiin Bey was formerly known by the stage name Mos Def. He started his career in the hip-hop group Urban Thermo Dynamics, then appeared on albums by Da Bush Babees and De La Soul. With Talib Kweli, he formed the duo Black Star and became a major force in the late 1990’s underground hip-hop scene. About.com ranked him #24 on their list of Top 50 MCs of our time, and Allmusic called him one of the most promising rappers to emerge in the late ‘90s, as well as one of hip-hops brightest hopes entering the 21st century.

He’s a true visionary – an MC whose devotion to hip-hop and passion for social consciousness combine with a synergy seldom witnessed in rap history. Although he was initially recognized for his musical output, since the early 2000s, Mos Def’s screen work has established him as one of only a handful of rappers who has garnered critical acclaim for his acting work. He is well known for his portrayal of Brother Sam in the American drama series "Dexter."

September 30, 2012, Sunday - Engineering the Falls: History Player William de la Barre Tour at the Mill City Museum

Time:  1:00pm

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. Participants will visit the Minneapolis Riverfront, the west side milling district and the Stone Arch Bridge, and hear about the many ways the falls has changed over the years. The tour will begin and end at Mill City Museum, where participants can visit the museum's gallery (included in the price of the tour).

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

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

September 29, 2012, Saturday - Mill City Farmers Market and Oktoberfest at Mill City Museum

Time: 8:00am - 2:00pm

Location: 704 South 2nd Street

Today at Mill City Farmers Market: Oktoberfest with the Mill City Museum

Celebrate Minnesota brewing past and present as Mill City Museum and the Mill City Farmers Market team up for a Mill City Oktoberfest! Enjoy the tastes, smells, sights and sounds of Germany with activities at the Farmers Market, inside the museum, and outside in the Ruin Courtyard.

Produce Planner:
Radishes, spinach, spring salad mixes, arugula, garlic, head lettuce, wild greens, rhubarb, carrots, beets, sorrel, fresh herbs, kale, Swiss chard, collards, peppers, sweet onions, red potatoes, brussel sprouts, heirloom tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, tomatillos, cauliflower broccoli, green beans, edamame, zucchini, cucumbers, eggplant, delicata squash, cabbage, raspberries, green grapes, sweet corn, pumpkins, apples, and more!

Mill City Cooks, 10:00am:
Chef Nick Schneider with special guest J.D. Fratzke of The Strip Club.

Live Music, 9:30am to 1:00pm:
Mill City welcomes back long-time Market favorite, the Elk River German Band, a 10-musician strong group featuring Bavarian-style German music. Prepare to polka!

Live Entertainment, 11:00am:
Don’t miss a live performance from the SG Edelweiss Dancers right on the Chicago Mall!

Beer and Whiskey sampling, 10:00am to 1:00pm: Stillwater’s first brewery since prohibition, Lift Bridge Brewery, maker of the Farm Girl Saison and other delicious small-batch brews and local favorite 2 Gingers Irish Whiskey will be making adults very happy today indeed!

Sponsors, all day: Thank you 2 Gingers!

Art Market, all day:
Featuring The Ink Orchard: Kendra Gebbia, Barn Swallow Garden, Anna Metcalfe, and Woodsport.

September 29, 2012, Saturday - How'd They do That Workshop at The Guthrie: Tales from Hollywood

Time: 9:00am - 11:00am

Location:  Wurtele Thrust Stage, Guthrie Theater, 818 Second Street South

What was the inspiration for the set? Was the play rewritten in rehearsals? Aren't those wigs itchy? Through these eye-opening workshops, you can learn how the Guthrie's artists and staff create a production - from early development and designs to rehearsal, costume fittings and staging of the play.

$15 per person per workshop.

Upcoming 2012-2013 workshops:

Appomattox 
Saturday, October 27, 2012
McGuire Proscenium Stage

The Servant of Two Masters
Saturday, December 15, 2012
McGuire Proscenium Stage

Long Day's Journey into Night
Saturday, January 26, 2013
Wurtele Thrust Stage

Other Desert Cities
Saturday, February 23, 2013
McGuire Proscenium Stage

Twelfth Night/The Taming of the Shrew
Saturday, March 9, 2013
Wurtele Thrust Stage

Nice Fish
Saturday, April 20, 2013
McGuire Proscenium Stage

The Primrose Path
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Wurtele Thrust Stage

Clybourne Park
Saturday, June 15, 2013
McGuire Proscenium Stage

Born Yesterday
Saturday, July 20, 2013
Wurtele Thrust Stage

September 29, 2012, Saturday - Artist Talk: Why we do this at The Soap Factory

Time:  4:00pm

Location: Soap Factory, 514 Second Street SE

The Soap Factory Presents: Why we do this.

"Why we do this" is a new solo project at The Soap Factory in which Minnesota artist Andy DuCett stitches together fragments of pop culture, workaday symbols and collective memory to create a single 12,000 sq ft site-specific installation.

Exhibition Runs: Sep 8 - Nov 11, 2012

September 29, 2012, Saturday - 'Boot Camp in the City' at Gold Medal Park

Time:  9:30am

Location:  Gold Medal Park

The FORTÉ staff invites you to join them for their final FREE 'Boot Camp in the City'.  This is open to anyone, so please feel free to being as many guests as you want to get HAMISH'D in the CITY!

September 29, 2012, Saturday - The Big Gay Race 5K

Time:  9:00am

Location:  65 Southeast Main Street (in front of Wilde Roast Cafe)

In 2011 Jacob Frey organized the inaugural Big Gay Race 5K to mobilize the community and fight the anti-marriage amendment. Over 2,000 particpants showed support for the freedom to marry for ALL Minnesotans and their families.

Course Description:
The race begins at Wilde Roast Cafe, 65 Main Street SE in Minneapolis.  The loop course runs down historic St. Anthony Main Street and then crosses the Stone Arch Bridge with a fantastic view of downtown Minneapolis. From there it runs up West River Drive along the Mississippi to the Plymouth Bridge, through Boom Island, and finishes back on St. Anthony Main.

Registration

September 29, 2012, 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

The Riverwalk Tour explores the Mill District and St. Anthony on Main in Northeast Minneapolis.  You'll enjoy the afternoon sampling a variety of food at historical landmarks, as well as visit the Mill City Museum, stroll by the Guthrie, and enjoy gorgeous views of St. Anthony Falls while crossing 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.  Taste and chat with other food-loving guests, and leave the tour with an appreciation for these distinct neighborhoods.

Reservations.  
 
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September 28, 2012, Friday - Annual Piano Sale at MacPhail (3 days)

Dates and Times:
Friday, September 28:  10:00am - 7:00pm (by appointment)
Saturday, September 29:  10:00am - 5:00pm (by appointment )
Sunday, September 30:  Noon - 5:00pm - Open to The Public

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

MacPhail Center for Music has had the benefit of using new Yamaha Pianos and a Disklavier through the program created by the Yamaha Corporation of America and implemented locally by Music Connection, Minnesota's exclusive Yamaha Piano Dealer. This valuable program involves a periodic renewal of the pianos, and now these fine instruments are available for purchase by the public. 

Many pianos used in the program and similar educational programs will be on sale to faculty, students, and friends of MacPhail at prices significantly lower than market value. All of the loan program pianos are covered by the Yamaha 10 Year Factory Warranty Bond. You will also have an opportunity to examine and purchase new and previously owned instruments from Yamaha, and other manufacturers, including Yamaha Disklaviers. Attractive financing and delivery are available on all instruments. Cash, checks and all major credit cards will also be accepted.

There are two ways to view and purchase the selected pianos at MacPhail Center Music's Antonello Hall. You may attend the public sale on Sunday September 30, or schedule a private appointment for Friday, September 28 or Saturday, September 29 by calling the appointment desk toll free number 1-866-920-5397. This is highly recommended for best selection and value.

September 28, 2012, Friday - Sorella Wine & Spirits Fall Wine Sale Preview Tasting (2 days)

Sorella Wine & Spirits Huge Sale Preview Tastings

Times:

Friday, September 28 - 5:30pm-7:30pm - Around 50 Wines
Saturday, September 29 - 2:00pm-6:00pm - A hodgepodge of assorted leftovers from Friday's tasting.

Location:  Sorella Wine & Spirits, 1010 Washington Avenue South

The sale catalog, sale highlights flyer and lists of all the wines (over 100) to be tasted this weekend are all available from the front page of the website.

The tastings are free in store, and will feature wines in a variety of styles and price ranges. No reservations required. Check the website for a list of all the wines to be tasting.
 
Please Note: The tastings listed above supersede our normal weekend tasting hours.
 
All tastings are "while supplies last." All wine samples are served in Riedel glasses - no silly plastic medicine cups here!
 
Special Guest - Kieran Folliard - 2Gingers Bottle Signing & Tasting

Please join us this Saturday from 1:00pm - 3:00pm to meet Kieran Folliard, taste his spectacular 2Gingers Irish Whiskey and get a bottle signed. There will be sale pricing in effect for the event. Learn more about 2Gingers at www.2gingerswhiskey.com.