June 27, 2012, Wednesday - Poet Katrina Vandenberg at Milkweed Editions

Time: 7:00pm

Location:  Milkweek Editions, 1011 Washington Avenue South, Open Book Building, Suite 300

The Alphabet Not Unlike the World
BY Katrina Vandenberg

In her highly ambitious second collection of poems, Katrina Vandenberg writes from the intersection of power and forgiveness. With poems named for letters of the Phoenician alphabet, and employing such innovative forms as the ancient ghazal, Vandenberg deciphers the seemingly indecipherable in this emotionally poignant collection. Moving between the physical and the abstract, the individual and the collective, The Alphabet Not Unlike the World unearths meaning—with astonishing beauty—from the pain of loss and separation.

Click hereto hear Katrina's interview on MPR.

June 27, 2012, Wednesday - Breakfast with a Preservationist at Mill City Museum

Time: 8:00am - 9:00am

Location: Mill City Museum, enter at 710 Second Street South, ADM Conference Room
 
Breakfast with a Preservationist: Updating the Saint Anthony Falls Historic District Design Guidelines – Brian Schaffer, Minneapolis CPED

The City of Minneapolis is currently updating the Saint Anthony Falls Historic District Design Guidelines, which were adopted by the Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission in 1980. In the three decades since the existing design guidelines were created, the district has seen dramatic change. Access to and interaction with the falls and the river has evolved, infrastructure has been added, project plans have been developed and realized, and the understanding and knowledge of the historic resources in the district have increased. The update to the design guidelines takes a holistic approach toward the many features that make up the essential character of the district. Brian Schaffer, the project manager for the new design guidelines, will review and discuss highlights of the proposed guidelines.

The most recent public draft of the design guidelines can be found on the project website.

This event is free.

June 26, 2012, Tuesday - Movie in the Park at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park

Time:  Movie starts 15 minutes after sunset. Click here to find out sunset time.

Location: Father Hennepin Bluffs Park (East Bank of the Stone Arch Bridge)

Tonights Movie:  License to Drive

What to bring: Blanket or chair, sunblock and bugspray, picnic basket.

Reminders: Watch our facebook or twitter page for weather cancellations of the evening festivities. Post photos on our facebook page of you enjoying the concerts. Support the artists by picking up a CD or other merchandise.

Enjoy Music and Movie combo nights: Tuesdays at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park, start your evening with 7:00pm music!  June 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17,24, 31, August 7, 14, 21.

Questions or comments? Email us at concerts@minneapolisparks.org

Music & Movies in The Parks is produced by the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board. Enjoy more than 250 FREE concerts and movies in Minneapolis parks this summer!

June 26, 2012, Tuesday - Talk of the Stacks with Michael Childers at Central Library

Time: 7:00pm

Location: Pohlad Hall at Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

Talk of the Stacks: Michael Childers

The renowned Michael Childers has photographed more than 200 magazine covers for GQ, New York, Esquire and Vogue. He also has created more than 100 film posters for major motion picture studio. His book, Icons and Legends, is a retrospective of his photographic career. An occasional actor, special photographer and co-producer, Childers has also worked on dozens of films, such as Grease, The Year of Living Dangerously, The Falcon and The Snowman and The Believer.

This illustrated Talk of the Stacks celebrates the opening of  “Author, Author,” a stunning exhibit of intimate and original portraits of writers on display in Central Library’s Cargill Gallery through August 18.

Program is free and open to the public. Seating is first-come, first-served. Exhibit opens at 5 PM for public viewing. Program begins at 7 PM. Book sale and signing follow presentation. For more information: 612.543.8107.

A program of Friends of the Hennepin County Library. Premier sponsor: The Private Client Reserve of U.S. Bank. Supporting sponsor: Dorsey and Whitney LLP. Additional support provided by Marquette Hotel, Minn Post and Magers and Quinn Booksellers.

June 26, 2012, Tuesday - Public Meeting on Planned Transit Service Changes Along Central Corridor at Central Library

Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm

Location: Doty Room at Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

Public Meeting on Planned Transit Service Changes Along Central Corridor

The Metropolitan Council will hold public meetings in June to receive comments on the concept plan for the Central Corridor Transit Service Study.

The plan will modify existing bus service to maximize connections with new Central Corridor (Green Line) light-rail service, which will begin operations in 2014. The Green Line will cover 11 miles, serve 18 stations and connect downtown Minneapolis – and the existing Hiawatha (Blue) Line – with the University of Minnesota, Midway commercial district, State Capitol complex, downtown St. Paul and neighborhoods in between.

The Central Corridor Transit Service Study helps ensure that transit service meets needs now and in the future. The study area is bounded by I-35E on the east; the Mississippi River on the south; downtown Minneapolis, Hiawatha Avenue and Lake Street on the west; and Larpenteur and East Hennepin Avenue on the north.

Affected bus routes in the study area include:
2, 3, 6, 8, 16, 21, 50, 53, 62, 63, 65, 67, 84, 87, 94, 134, 144, 262, 353, 355, 365, 375 and 452

The full concept plan can be found online.

All interested persons are encouraged to attend and offer comments. To register in advance to speak, call the Council at 651-602-1140.

The Council will provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities.

Those who cannot attend a public meeting can comment as follows:

Written comments: Metropolitan Council, 390 N. Robert St., St. Paul, 55101

Fax: 651-602-1464
TTY: 651-291-0904
E-mail: centralcorridorstudy@metrotransit.org
Council’s Public Comment Line: 651-602-1500
Comments will be accepted through 5 p.m. on July 9.

Metro Transit staff will revise the Concept Plan following the public comment period. The Council will evaluate the final recommended plan later in 2012.

Metro Transit is a service of the Metropolitan Council. Customers boarded Metro Transit buses and trains 81 million times last year.

June 26, 2012, Tuesday - Above the Falls Master Plan Meeting at MPRB

Time:  5:00pm - 7:00pm

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

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) and the City of Minneapolis will host a public meeting to jointly engage the community in efforts to update the master plan for the upper river in Minneapolis. The meeting is scheduled for June 26, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the board room of the MPRB Administrative Offices building.

All are invited to attend to learn more, to meet the Above the Falls Citizen Advisory Committee and Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership, and to discuss the plan update in its early stages.

More info.

June 26, 2012, Tuesday - Music in the Park at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park

Time: 7:00pm

Location: Father Hennepin Bluffs Park (East Bank of the Stone Arch Bridge)

Tonights entertainment:  The Wrong Omar - Guitar-based originals - acoustic & electric

What to bring: Blanket or chair, sunblock and bugspray, picnic basket.

Reminders: Watch our facebook or twitter page for weather cancellations of the evening festivities. Post photos on our facebook page of you enjoying the concerts. Support the artists by picking up a CD or other merchandise.

Enjoy Music and Movie combo nights:
Tuesdays at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park
Fridays at the Lake Harriet Bandshell (beginning June 9th).

Questions or comments? Email us at concerts@minneapolisparks.org

Music & Movies in The Parks is produced by the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board. Enjoy more than 250 FREE concerts and movies in Minneapolis parks this summer!

June 25, 2012, Monday - Music in the Park at Nicollet Island Amphitheater

Time: 7:00pm

Location: Nicollet Island Amphitheater

Tonights entertainment:  The Travelin' Moburys - Live right - the travenlin' moburys

What to bring: Blanket or chair, sunblock and bugspray, picnic basket.

Reminders: Watch our facebook or twitter page for weather cancellations of the evening festivities. Post photos on our facebook page of you enjoying the concerts. Support the artists by picking up a CD or other merchandise.

Questions or comments? Email us at concerts@minneapolisparks.org

Music & Movies in The Parks is produced by the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board. Enjoy more than 250 FREE concerts and movies in Minneapolis parks this summer!

June 25, 2012, Monday - Taste of the Nation Minneapolis HOTlist at The Guthrie

VIP Admission: $100  6:00pm - 10:00pm
General Admission: $75  7:00pm - 10:00pm

Location: Guthrie Theater, 818 South 2nd Street

Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation® is the nation's premier culinary benefit, featuring top chefs and mixologists -- all of whom are coming together to donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America.

Tickets and more info.

June 24, 2012, Sunday - 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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June 24, 2012, Sunday - Family Riverfront Quest Tour at Mill City Museum

Time: 1:00pm (Bookmaking 1:00 - 1:30pm; Tour 1:30 - 2:30pm)

Location:  Mill City Museum, 704 South 2nd Street

Family Riverfront Quest Tour at Mill City Museum

Try out questing with a family-focused tour of the Minneapolis riverfront outside Mill City Museum. A Quest is a community treasure hunt that guides people through, and teaches them to see, a unique part of their community. This quest includes solving rhyming riddles and searching for hidden boxes with pictures to place in a quest journal that participants can make before the tour. Journal materials and admission to Mill City Museum are included in the tour cost. The tour is designed for ages 6–11, but can be enjoyed by all ages. Adults and seniors must be accompanying a child.

Fee: $11 adults, $9 seniors, $10 ages 6-17, $7 MHS Members ages 6-17, Free for Adult and Senior MHS members

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

June 24, 2012, Sunday - Yoga in the Park at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park

Time:  10:00am - 11:00am

Location: Father Hennepin Bluffs Park (intersection of SE Main and SE 6th Avenue, on the East Bank of the Stone Arch Bridge).

Looking for a way to take your sun salutations outside so you can truly salute the sun? The Downtown Minneapolis CorePower Yoga invites you to join them each Sunday for CorePower Yoga’s, “Yoga in the Park.” CorePower encourages yoga practioners to open their minds and join their breath and movements to the sound of music and nature all around us. All levels of yoga students are welcome and their hope is that you take this opportunity to not only practice yoga, but to find even deeper connections within your community!

These free classes will be held every Sunday starting June 3rd and running through August 26th.  All classes are 10:00am – 11:00am at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park.  Please call CorePower Yoga Downtown Minneapolis at 612-375-9642 with questions.
 
Items of note:
- Attendees should arrive 15-30 minutes prior to class starting for sign in purposes.
- Students are asked to bring their own mat, towel, water and SUNSCREEN! There is limited shade at the park.
- Classes will be lead by certified yoga instructors from downtown Minneapolis’ CorePower Yoga.

June 24, 2012, Sunday - Complimentary Workshop: An Introduction to Tai Chi at Open Book

Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Location:  Open Book, Target Performance Hall, 1011 Washington Avenue South

Complimentary Workshop - An introduction to Tai Chi for Well Being With Natural Step Tai Chi.

612-377-6469

June 23, 2012, Saturday - How'd They do That Workshop at The Guthrie: Roman Holiday

Time: 9:00am - 11:00am

Location:  McGuire Proscenium 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.

Panelists include:
Richard Girtain, technical director
Patricia Olive, props manager
Mathew J. LeFebvre, costume designer for Roman Holiday
John Miller-Stephany, director of Roman Holiday
Stephanie Rothenberg, actor playing Princess Anne
Edwards Watts, actor playing Joe Bradley

June 23, 2012, Saturday - Midsummer Mischief Costume Ball Dance Party at The Guthrie

Time:  9:00pm - Midnight

Location:  Guthrie Theater, 818 Second Street South

Midsummer Mischief Costume Ball Dance Party

Ages 18+

Join fellow costumed guests for a magical evening of mischief and merriment at the Guthrie’s Costume Ball! Once again, the entire building will be transformed into a unique and delightful venue for a dance party like no other. This year’s musical guests include Transmission’s DJ Jake Rudh. Drinks and food will be available for purchase.

Dance party tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door.

For information about one of the pre- Dance Party dining options call 612-225-6165 or email costumeball@guthrietheater.org.

June 23, 2012, Saturday - Mill City Farmers Market

Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm

Location: 704 South 2nd Street

Today at Mill City Farmers Market: Bike to the Market Day!

Produce Planner:
At the Market this Saturday, you will find snap peas, Hakurei turnips, radishes, spinach, spring salad mixes, arugula, spring onions, green garlic, head lettuce herbs, wild greens, sorrel, asparagus, kale, Swiss chard, rhubarb, WI high tunnel-grown heirloom tomatoes, broccoli raab and green beans, and garlic scapes!

Mill City Cooks, 10:00am:
Chef Nick Schneider will be making Banh mi sandwiches in the kitchen today with Vietnamese grilled lemongrass pork and daikon and carrot pickle.
 

Live Music, 11:00am to 1:00pm:
We’re excited to welcome back Potluck and the Hot Dishes!

Community Booth, all day:
Don’t forget to stop and say hi to Nice Ride today!  Learn how easy and convenient it is to use their bikes.

Art Market, all day:
Featuring Plantworn, Matt Krousey, Chris Chookiatsirichai, and Woodsport.

June 23, 2012, Saturday - Washington Avenue Walk About

Time: 4:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Washington Avenue South businesses between 9th Avenue South and 12th Avenue South.

Visit these local businesses during the Washington Avenue Walk About - meet the staff, enjoy refreshments, and register for prizes.  Mention you're on the Walk About and take advantage of special offers like the examples listed below (may not be a complete list).

Level Salon - Complimentary Consultations

Sanctuary the Restaurant - $10 Gift Certificates

Wasabi Sushi - Happy Hour specials 4p-8p

City Gardens Flower Mill - Gorgeous arrangements, unique home decor and gifts.

Sorella Wine and Spirits - Wine Tasting 2p-6p

Mill City Grocery and Deli - Enjoy an apple and register for a $25 gift certificate.

Behind the Scenes - 10% off entire purchase.

Extensions Plus - Check out wigs, extensions, twists, braids and more.

Big Brain Comics - Free Comics

Sarpino's - 2 for 1 Takeout Pizza

Minneapolis Veterinary Hospital - $10 gift cards

Spill the Wine - Half off bottles of wine

Grumpy's- $3 Grain Belt Beers

June 23, 2012, Saturday - Live Music at Crooked Pint

Time: 10:00pm  $10 Cover

Location: Crooked Pint Ale House, 501 Washington Avenue South

Tonight:  Salsa del Soul

June 23, 2012, Saturday - Live Music at Aster Cafe

Time: 9:00pm  Cover: $10

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 Main Stree SE

Tonight: tom lieberman (of rio nido, a prairie home companion, & sweet land)

June 23, 2012, Saturday - AA Meeting at Level Salon

Time: 7:00am

Location:  Level Salon, 903 Washington Avenue South

AA Meeting
Keep it Level, Keep it Simple
Big book meeting
Open, mixed
Bring your own Big Book
Coffee provided