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Saturday
Dec122015

Franklin Avenue Bridge Construction Update

Franklin Avenue Bridge construction update December 2015
Via a December 10 e-newsletter from Hennepin County:

The Franklin Avenue Bridge reconstruction project has been fortunate to have good weather the past few months. Crews have been able to keep working all around the project site. And the threat of winter weather -- whenever it may come -- is not stopping work either.

Thanks for your continued patience and being safe around the construction area. With construction activity still occurring, please be aware that construction vehicles will continue to travel through the area.

Construction contiues

Down along the river, crews continue their work in the cofferdams (dry work areas in the river). By setting up an enclosure, they can create a warm environment to continue restoration of the pier. The picture below shows crews working on Pier 2.

Crews have set up a similar enclosure to allow them to continue to work on Span 1 over West River Parkway. Crews are working on the arch and other areas under the deck. 

More than 300 completed panels are in the casting yard at Bohemian Flats. Next year, these panels will be floated down the river and hoisted up to the bridge deck. Others will be cast in place. The new bridge deck will be made up of 366 panels.

 

Bike and pedestrian path on the bridge remains open

The bicycle and pedestrian path on the bridge will remain open during the winter, and the City of Minneapolis crews will be clearing the path after snow falls.

For Information

Information Hotline: 888-474-8929

Email: franklinbridge@hennepin.us

Website: www.hennepin.us/franklinbridge

Friday
Dec112015

Minneapolis Can Call Itself the Mill City Again

Washburn "A" Mill Tour with Mill City Museum

City of Minneapolis Passes Two Zoning Code Text Amendments Allowing Increased Flexibility in Commercial Use Regulations

The Minneapolis City Council unanimously voted to pass a zoning code text amendment today that increases the flexibility in regulations governing limited production and processing uses and the size of commercial uses generally.  A companion amendment allowing small-scale grain milling was also passed by the Council.

Authored by Ward 2 Council Member Cam Gordon, the “commercial sizes” text amendment increases the maximum size allowance for commercial uses in all commercial zoning districts and the High-density Office Residence District (OR2).  The amendment will also allow for a broader range of uses in buildings with OR2 zoning.   The adopted changes will streamline the development review process and allow for appropriately-sized commercial uses throughout the city. The modifications to the OR2 zoning district will make this district a more viable option for mixed-use buildings with small-scale, neighborhood-serving uses. 

“I am excited to see how this opens up opportunities to allow more small businesses to bring increased vitality and services to our commercial areas as well as provide economic opportunities and quality jobs for residents,” said Ward 2 Council Member Cam Gordon.

The amendments  also overhaul the regulations for limited production and processing by increasing the maximum allowed size of such uses from 1,200 square feet to 5,000 square feet and make limited production and processing a permitted use in all commercial districts where a conditional use permit is currently required.  The small-scale grain milling text amendment allows for artisanal grain milling in more parts of the city as a standalone use or for an onsite bakery. The former flour milling capital of the world will be able to produce more goods made from Minnesota wheat and Minneapolis milled flour with the passing of the text amendment.

“If you are known as the Mill City, milling really should not be a prohibited activity,” said Ward 3 Council Member Jacob Frey and author of the small-scale grain milling text amendment. “In Northeast Minneapolis we are quickly becoming the standard for locally made products, and I’m proud that the newest edition will be freshly milled flour and baked breads.”

Most of the conditional use permits for limited production and processing in recent years have been for food and beverage production uses. In recent years, entrepreneurs have opened small-scale establishments throughout the city that create cured meats, chocolate, beer, spirits, honey and other food and beverage products. This has helped fill commercial storefronts and provided uniqueness to Minneapolis.  With the adopted changes, these types of businesses could now be established administratively, without a public hearing before the City Planning Commission. 

“With these changes, we will now be able to open our small mill and bakery in the FOOD BUILDING in NE Minneapolis,” said Steve Horton, long time baker and former co-owner of Rustica. “Our goal is to procure grain mainly from Minnesota and mill it into flour that is sold to local kitchens and retail customers as well as mix doughs that will become our wholesale bread line.”

The text amendments support City goals of being a hub of economic activity, innovation and supportive of entrepreneurs. Planning staff anticipates that the amendment will support job creation and continue the artisanal food and beverage production trend that has taken root in the City. 

Staff presented the ordinances to the City Planning Commission on November 2, 2015, which unanimously recommended approval to the City Council’s Zoning & Planning Committee. The Zoning & Planning Committee also voted in support of the ordinances on December 3, 2015 and forwarded it to the full City Council for review on December 11, 2015. The ordinances will be in effect as of December 19, 2015. Additional information on the commercial sizes and grain milling amendments can be found in City staff reports prepared for the City Planning Commission.

Friday
Dec112015

Volunteer for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Winter Conditions Study Pilot

Via a December 10 City of Minneapolis e-newsletter:

The City of Minneapolis is seeking volunteers to participate in the 2015-16 Bicycle and Pedestrian Winter Conditions Study Pilot. As part of a larger bicycle and pedestrian winter maintience research project, the City is conducting a field study to document the winter conditions of our bicycle and pedestrian facilities. The study will include over 90 locations across Minneapolis. We need gracious volunteers such as yourself to help us document the snow and ice on our streets, sidewalks and trails. Volunteers will sign up to conduct 5-minute observations at locations of their choosing (pick one on your commute!) throughout the winter.

To learn more and sign up to volunteer, simply complete this form.

The form will take less than 10 minutes and provides an overview of volunteer tasks and responsibilities before giving you the opportunity to sign up. There are a limited number of volunteer spots at each location, so don't hesitate to sign up if you are interested.

As always, thanks to all our wonderful volunteers. We could not do this without you!

Thursday
Dec102015

This Saturday (Dec 12): A-Mill Makers Market at A-Mill Artist Lofts

Local artists now call the A-Mill Artist Lofts home.  Check out the cool stuff they're creating and do a little Holiday shopping this Saturday from 10am – 2pm at the A-Mill Makers Market event.

Meet the makers and residents of the Pillsbury A-Mill, enjoy a snack and music and help celebrate the artists’ new home. Paintings, jewelry, CDs, ceramics, book-art, fiber and more!

 

Tuesday
Dec082015

MPD ACTION ALERT - Burglary of Dwelling on 700 Block of 2nd St. S.

MPD ACTION ALERT - Case No. 15-446207

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CASE SUMMARY:

Incident Location: 0007** 2 ST S

Date and Time:  12/7/2015 11:05:00 PM - 12/8/2015 1:50:00 AM

Primary Offenses:  Burglary Of Dwelling

Public Information:

V1 made a report of a BURGD. V1 had no suspect information. There maybe video surveillance of the suspect(s). V1 was given a blue card.

Car 21 processed the scene and recovered evidence. K9 completed a search.

Case Open. ...

Arrested Parties, if any (name - age / Address AptNo City, State Zip):

NOTE: Any persons arrested in this incident were not necessarily charged with the listed offenses. Use the link provided below for a more complete explanation of the format of these alerts if anything is unclear.

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NOTE: Asterisks (**) indicate that a street address has been masked, and the incident took place on the “100 block” ,e.g., 0041** Stevens AV S took place on the 4100 block of Stevens Av S. We do not include the full address of incident locations in order to preserve the privacy of victims.

Friday
Dec042015

Downtown Community Choir to Debut at the December 19 Holidazzle

This fall, the Downtown Minneapolis Neighborhood Association, MacPhail Center for Music and RS Eden partnered to pilot a free community choir.  All abilities were welcome, there was no cost to participate, and J.D. Steele graciously agreed to lead the choir.   Come enjoy their first public performance - December 19, 5:00pm, on the Holidazzle Stage.

Friday
Dec042015

Alchemy Northeast Opens December 7

Alchemy, a new concept boutique fitness in the North Loop, is opening its second location in Northeast on December 7.  Alchemy Northeast is located at 120 3rd Avenue S in the historic Pillsbury Machine Shop building, named so because it once functioned as a machine shop for the Pillsbury A Mill next door.

Per Andrea Jones, Chief Marketing Officer, the new 6,100 square foot space has 3 studios, and for clients not in walking distance, the location will have 25 parking spaces. Exposed limestone dating back to 1881 is showcased in the vestibule and behind the front desk.

Alchmey's founders are the people who brought the largest CrossFit business to the Twin Cities, along with Studio Managers from some of the Twin Cities' top yoga studios. CEO Mike Jones is an ex-Marine and Georgetown business school graduate.

Andrea highlighted what sets Alchemy apart as a fitness studio:

• Combined proven techniques of yoga and strength for maximum results.
• Supporting full time career development in fitness for the employees.
• Community-building with a personal approach to its members, offering retail curated with the best of the local scene.

With membership near capacity at the flagship location, these features have brought Alchemy success and enabled them to open this second location within the same calendar year.

Please join us in welcoming Alchemy as a new neighbor to the riverfront.

Thursday
Dec032015

Water Works Update: Architectural Firm Hired to Help Guide Selective Demolition of Fuji-Ya building

Via a December 3 Minneapolis Park and Rec Board e-newsletter:

Architects hired to help guide demolition of Fuji-Ya building

Plan to dismantle long-vacant Fuji-Ya building and preserve underlying mill ruins moves forward

On Dec. 2, 2015 the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) of Commissioners approved an agreement with local architectural firm MacDonald and Mack Architects to begin planning selective demolition of the long-vacant Fuji-Ya building at 401 1st Street S.
 
Selective demolition means the Fuji-Ya structure will be systematically removed, but portions of the structure may be left intact to protect and stabilize underlying ruins from the historic Bassett Saw Mill and Columbia Flour Mill.
 
A lot of work must be completed before demolition begins. Resolution 2015-348 directs MacDonald and Mack to refine plans for selective demolition it recommended in a 2012 report, coordinate reviews required by various city, state and potentially federal agencies, coordinate documentation of the Fuji-Ya building’s history and create construction documents to guide demolition.
 
Removing the Fuji-Ya building and preserving underlying mill foundations is included in the West Bank Interpretive Vision approved by the St. Anthony Falls Heritage Board in December 2014, Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park Master Plan approved by the MPRB in April 2015 and concept design of the future Water Works park approved by MPRB in September 2015.
 
To learn more about this project and others, visit www.minneapolisparks.org/planning.

Tuesday
Dec012015

Ryan to Build New HQ Building in the Mill District/Downtown East Neighborhood

The Millwright Building - New Ryan Co. HQ

To be called the "Millwright Building", construction will begin next spring and is expected to finish in 2017. It will be located at the corner of Third Street South and Portland Avenue South.

The building name is a nod to the history of the Mill District. A millwright is a craftsman or tradesman engaged with the erection of machinery. Historically, millwrights built mills - lumber mills, flour mills, watermills, windmills, etc.

Combining historic elements and modern function, the Millwright Building is intentional in its design. The 4-story, 172,000-square-foot building features exposed steel structure, a brick exterior, and extremely flexible floor plates. Amenities will include a rooftop terrace, a building commons, tons of bike-friendly features, skyway access, and convenient access to the Downtown East Commons park.

“We’ve designed a state-of-the art office building with all the modern efficiency and amenities, but done so in an exterior character rooted in Minneapolis’ warehouse history. This combination is something we were unable to find elsewhere, and something we believe other tenants will be drawn to,” said Mike Ryan, President of Ryan A+E.

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The Millwright Building - New Ryan Co. HQ

The Millwright Building - New Ryan Co. HQ

The Millwright Building - New Ryan Co. HQ

Tuesday
Dec012015

Rocky and Troy: Breakfast Nachos at Grumpy's

The Adventures of Rocky and Troy takes us to Grumpy's for some Breakfast Nachos.  (Because that's what one does when one craves a few thousand calories of comfort food at 11am on a cold Saturday morning.)

Rocky & Troy on Small Business Saturday

Rocky & Troy on Small Business Saturday

Rocky & Troy on Small Business Saturday

Sunday
Nov292015

Minneapolis RiverCurrent | Riverfront News Articles 11-27-2015

Cine Latino

http://www.startribune.com/film-society-s-cine-latino-festival-reflects-minnesota-s-international-populations/351415441/

Charlie Awards

http://www.startribune.com/counter-intelligence-charlie-awards-honor-twin-cities-food-and-drink-scene/351448941/

Development Proposal at Chicago and Washington

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2015/11/18/graves-hotel-luxury-apartments-usbank-stadium.html?s=print

DeRusha Eats: Spoonriver

http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2015/11/19/derusha-eats-spoonriver-restaurant/

West River Parkway Re-opening

http://www.startribune.com/west-river-parkway-reopening-scheduled-by-year-s-end/352262311/

http://www.startribune.com/west-river-parkway-near-u-may-open-by-end-of-the-year/351853391/

http://kstp.com/article/stories/S3968918.shtml

MartinPatrick3 Expansion

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/martinpatrick3-opens-lounge-expansion

A Christmas Carol at Guthrie

http://www.startribune.com/guthrie-theater-opens-its-41st-a-christmas-carol-in-minneapolis/352256631/

The Cocoanuts at Guthrie

http://www.startribune.com/guthrie-theater-opens-the-cocoanuts-in-minneapolis/352957281/

Askov Finlayson Recognized by GQ

http://bringmethenews.com/2015/11/23/gq-names-north-loop-clothier-one-of-americas-best-independent-stores/

Bonanza Farm History

https://www.minnpost.com/mnopedia/2015/11/birth-big-ag-bonanza-farms-late-19th-century?utm_source=MinnPost+e-mail+newsletters&utm_campaign=7d34cc75bd-11_24_2015_Daily_Newsletter11_24_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_3631302e9c-7d34cc75bd-123345102

 

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LAST WEEK FROM MINNEAPOLIS RIVERCURRENT | 11/20/2015

Soap Factory Hiatus

http://www.startribune.com/soap-factory-art-gallery-might-close-in-december/343820132/

http://www.mndaily.com/ae/art/2015/11/17/after-scare

Sheridan Memorial Park

http://www.startribune.com/all-s-quiet-at-sheridan-veteran-memorial-on-97th-armistice-anniversary/346093912/

Community Keg House Proposal

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2015/11/10/community-keg-house-grain-belt-northeast-taproom.html

Lucid Taproom in North Loop

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/lucid-will-open-its-destination-taproom-this-winter

The Human Touch Exhibit at Weisman

http://www.startribune.com/ethnic-diversity-finds-expression-in-corporate-art-at-weisman-art-museum/346910032/

Eastside Restaurant

http://www.citypages.com/restaurants/decadent-but-wholesome-a-sneak-peek-at-eastsides-brunch-7829084

http://www.lavendermagazine.com/our-scene/eat-the-menu-eastside/

New Owner of Mpls Photo Center (second item in this piece)

http://www.minnpost.com/artscape/2015/11/bakken-museum-names-new-leader-mpls-photo-center-gets-new-owner?utm_source=MinnPost+e-mail+newsletters&utm_campaign=f1ecc1e317-11_13_2015_Daily_Newsletter11_13_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_3631302e9c-f1ecc1e317-123345102

729-53 Washington Avenue North Development Proposal

http://www.startribune.com/group-of-north-loop-residents-oppose-new-10-story-building/347946461/

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/morning_roundup/2015/11/scared-of-shadows-north-loop-residents-oppose-10.html

Pros and Cons of Hydroelectric Generation

http://www.startribune.com/is-hydropower-green-not-really/348068391/

http://www.startribune.com/counterpoint-hydropower-is-a-star-among-renewables/351205251/

Charlie Award Winners Include Spoon and Stable, Borough

http://www.startribune.com/charlie-awards-winners-announced/350053741/

http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2015/11/16/twin-cities-chefs-restaurants-recognized-in-5th-annual-charlie-awards/

http://bringmethenews.com/2015/11/16/best-of-the-best-in-twin-cities-food-scene-honored-at-charlie-awards/

Canoe Share Program on Mississippi

http://www.citylab.com/commute/2015/11/bike-share-meet-canoe-share/415260/

The Food Building

http://www.kare11.com/story/money/business/inventures/2015/11/14/food-building-bringing-craft-food-to-the-city/75774258/

Hennepin County and City of Minneapolis Recognized as Bicycle Friendly

http://www.startribune.com/hennepin-county-wins-silver-rating-for-bicycle-efforts/350621471/

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/hennepin-county-receives-bicycle-friendly-distinction

New Identity (WeDo) Introduced for Hennepin Avenue Cultural District

http://www.startribune.com/west-downtown-in-minneapolis-gets-a-new-brand-wedo/351168411/

National Park Service Outreach to Younger Visitors

http://www.startribune.com/at-100-national-park-service-seeks-younger-more-diverse-crowd/351227801/#1

Good Bye Nye’s

http://www.startribune.com/i-ve-been-a-nye-s-regular-for-30-years-goodbye-to-my-favorite-bar/335192961/

Cine Latino at St. Anthony Main Theatre

http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2015/11/17/cine-latino-bringing-fresh-spanish-films-to-st-anthony-main/

 

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LAST WEEK FROM MINNEAPOLIS RIVERCURRENT | 11/13/2015

Happy Birthday, Doughboy!

http://www.startribune.com/pillsbury-doughboy-celebrates-50th-birthday/340213631/

http://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/11/06/pillsbury-dough-boy

http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2015/11/05/pillsbury-doughboy-turns-50/

http://bringmethenews.com/2015/11/05/he-can-bake-his-own-cake-pillsbury-doughboy-turning-50-this-weekend/

http://www.kare11.com/story/news/2015/11/05/still-fresh-pillsbury-doughboy-turns-50/75224794/

http://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/11/06/pillsbury-dough-boy?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+MPR_Business+%28Business+from+Minnesota+Public+Radio%29

Flirt Boutique Open in Colonial Warehouse

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/flirt-boutique-is-now-open-in-the-colonial-warehouse-building

Possible Wood Chipping Site Relocation

http://www.startribune.com/park-board-s-chipping-site-may-move-from-fort-snelling-to-near-upper-river/340889141/

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/park-board-considers-relocating-wood-processing-to-northeast-minneapolis

200 Central Development Proposal

http://finance-commerce.com/2015/11/alatus-prefers-condo-tower-for-st-anthony-main-site/

Pillsbury A Mill Sign Re-Lighting

http://www.a-millartistlofts.com/about/#news

The Food Building

http://www.classicalmpr.org/story/2015/11/06/moveable-feast-the-food-building?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+MPR_ClassicalMusic+%28Classical+Music+from+Minnesota+Public+Radio%29

A-Mill Artist Loft

http://www.journalmpls.com/voices-feed/a-loft-to-remember

Soap Factory Future Uncertain

http://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/11/06/soap-factory

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/morning_roundup/2015/11/facing-budget-crunch-soap-factory-gallerywill.html

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/soap-factory-will-be-going-dark-this-winter

“More Than a Single Story” at Open Book

http://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/11/06/bcst-books-more-than-a-single-story?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+MPR_NewsFeatures+%28News+%26+Features+from+Minnesota+Public+Radio%29

Bachelor Farmer Café Opening

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/the-bachelor-farmer-prepares-to-open-new-cafe

Sunday
Nov292015

People Serving People - An Opportunity to Make a Difference this Holiday Season

Looking for a way to do something nice for a stranger this Holiday Season?  Consider these opportunities at People Serving People:

Holiday Gifts

Join us to brighten the holiday season with gifts for the children staying at People Serving People. Buy and mail direct from our Target holiday registry, or just use it as a guide. Holiday gifts must be received by Wednesday, December 16th for holiday distribution. Gifts must be new and unwrapped.

Volunteer

The holiday season offers many one-time volunteer opportunities, such as field trips, toy shop, gift wrapping, and envelope addressing, in addition to our year-round volunteer needs.

Cards & Envelopes
Write thank you cards, address and stuff envelopes. Good handwriting required. Must be at least 16 years old. If your group of 5 or more would like to volunteer at a time other than those listed below, please contact Gwen Campbell

Gift Wrapping
Select and wrap gifts for children staying at People Serving People. Must be at least 12 years old. Children 12–15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Field Trips & Activities
Chaperone field trips and assist staff with children’s activities. Must be at least 18 years old.

Building Beautification
Assist our housekeeping department with general cleaning duties, including sweeping and mopping floors, washing windows, vacuuming, folding laundry, and cleaning vacant guest rooms. Must be at least 12 years old. Children 12–15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Meal Server
Serve breakfast, lunch, or dinner to guests staying at People Serving People and assist with clean-up as necessary. Must be at least 12 years old. Children 12–15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday
Nov282015

Holiday Music at the Hennepin County Government Center

The Hennepin County Government Center will continue its annual tradition of seasonal and holiday performances, free and open to the public.

Time: Noon - 1:00pm (unless otherwise noted below)

Location: Hennepin County Government Center, Skyway Level, 300 S. 6th Street

SCHEDULE:

December 3 Ameriprise Holiday Choir, Noon – 12:40pm
Sponsored by Ameriprise Financial, Inc. since 1986, 25 members performing secular, Christmas, Hanukah and Kwanzaa holiday songs

December 8 City-County Chorus
Hennepin County, City of Minneapolis and 4th Judicial District Court employees perform a variety of songs of the season

December 11 Roseville Parkview Center School, Noon to 12:25pm
75 kindergarten students will sing holiday and winter songs

December 15 Chippewa Middle School, Noon – 12:45pm
8th grade string orchestra students perform Hanukah and Christmas music

December 17 City-County Chorus
Hennepin County, City of Minneapolis and 4th Judicial District Court employees perform a variety of songs of the season

December 21 City-County Chorus
Hennepin County, City of Minneapolis and 4th Judicial District Court employees perform a variety of songs of the season

Friday
Nov272015

Rocky and Troy: Gold Medal Park Stake Out for Their 1st Turkey Day 5K

Part 4 in our silly photo series - The Adventures of Rocky and Troy. It was a sunny afternoon in Gold Medal Park when we staked out spots to cheer on Turkey Day 5K runners.

Rocky & Troy

It wasn't so sunny the morning of the race - in fact it was snowing - but that never deters people from participating in one of the most popular runs of the year.

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

When someone told him to "suit up" for the run, this fellow took it a little too literal:

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

Turkey Day 5K 2015

The MN Vikings Skol Line kept runners invigorated as they rounded Gold Medal Park.  (Warning - they're loud!)

Friday
Nov272015

Road Closures for November 28 Moustache Run 5K, 10K, Half Marathon

The following streets will be closed from approximately 7:30a - Noon on Saturday, November 28, for the Moustache Run 5K, 10K, Half Marathon:

Main Street
West River Parkway - From Plymouth Avenue to S 4th Street
Stone Arch Bridge

Course Map

Thursday
Nov262015

Happy Thanksgiving!

We are so very...

Wednesday
Nov252015

Road Closures for November 26 Turkey Day 5K

Be aware of temporary street closures on Thanksgiving morning from approximately 7:30am - 11:00am (depending on the section of road) for the Turkey Day 5KClick here for a larger map.

Tuesday
Nov242015

Here's the Upcoming Line Up from The Film Society of Minneapolis St. Paul

Here's what's on tap in the coming weeks from The Film Society of Minneapolis St. Paul (playing at the St. Anthony Main Theatre):

VICTORIA - Screening November 26 (Thanksgiving Day) thru December 3. 

 

Shot in one single two-hour-and-eighteen-minute take with no cuts, no CGI, and no cheap tricks. Victoria, a young woman from Madrid, meets four local Berliners outside a nightclub. Sonne and his friends promise to show her a good time and the real side of the city. But these lads have gotten themselves into hot water: they owe someone a dangerous favor that requires repaying that evening. As Victoria’s flirtation with Sonne deepens into something more, he convinces her to come along for the ride. And later, when things become more ominous and possibly lethally dangerous for Sonne, she insists on coming along. As the night takes on an ever more menacing character, what started out as a good time quickly spirals out of control. As dawn approaches, Victoria and Sonne address the inevitable: it’s all or nothing and they abandon themselves to a heart-stopping race into the depths of hell.

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MEDITERRANEA - Screening December 4 thru December 10.

This remarkably timely, eye-opening film charts the death-defying struggle of African migrants as they risk everything to start a new life in Europe. Ayiva (first time actor Koudous Seihon in a revelatory performance) and Abas (Alassane Sy) are close friends from Burkina Faso determined to make it to Italy in order to find work and provide for their families back home. But even after surviving the harrowing journey - desert bandits, a treacherous sea voyage, arrest - nothing can prepare the two men for the hostility and violence that awaits them. A gripping tale of survival told with vivid realism, Mediterranea immerses viewers in the heart of a humanitarian crisis that for far too many is a lived reality.
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THE GIRL KING - Screening December 4 thru December 10.
 
This lush English-language period  drama recounts the life of Sweden’s Queen Kristina, an enigmatic, flamboyant, and unpredictable woman centuries ahead of her time who ascended the throne at age six, was raised as a prince, and strived to bring peace and education to her country—while pursuing an illicit romance with her female royal attendant. Growing up as a tomboy with a strong intellectual appetite, young Kristina (an electric Malin Buska) finds herself thrown into a political frenzy as a teenager. Saddled with the Thirty Years War between Protestants and Catholics, Kristina steers her country away from the conservatives while privately grappling with her own sexual awakening, in the form of Countess Ebba Sparre (the radiant Sarah Gadon), her lovely lady-in-waiting. Her quest to understand love runs parallel with her quest to understand humanity and the violent and restrictive forces conspiring against her. Torn between the conflict of political and personal aspirations, Kristina chooses to make one of the most controversial decisions in history.
 
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NOW SHOWING & COMING SOON to the Film Society’s St. Anthony Main Theatre

Now Showing through November 25 - CINE LATINO (program: Cine Global)
November 23 at 7PM + November 29 at 1PMNT LIVE: CORIOLANUS (program: Stage to Screen, National Theatre Live)
Nov 28 at 1PM (SOLD OUT) + Dec 3 at 7PM + Dec 14 at 7PM + Dec 26 at 1PM + Dec 27 at 1PMNT LIVE: HAMLET (program: Stage on Screen, National Theatre Live)
November 26 - December 3VICTORIA (program: New Releases)
December 1 at 7PM - MERCHANTS OF DOUBT (program: Partnerships, FREE)
December 2 at 7PM - CAN YOU DIG THIS (program: Community Screen)
December 4-10THE GIRL KING (program: New Releases) 
December 4-10MEDITERRANEA (program: New Releases) 
December 7 at 7PM + December 13 at 1PM - RSC: HENRY V (program: Stage to Screen, Royal Shakespeare Company)
December 11-17EVERY THING WILL BE FINE (program: New Releases) 
December 17 at 7PM - BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB (program: Cine Global, Wim Wenders: Portraits Along the Road)
December 18 - January 7MACBETH (program: New Releases)
December 28 at 7PM + January 3 at 1PMNT LIVE: JANE EYRE (program: Stage to Screen, National Theatre Live)

Tuesday
Nov242015

Sunday - 1850s Holiday Party at the Ard Godfrey House

Date: Sunday, December 6

Time: 12:30pm–3:30pm

Location:  Ard Godfrey House, in Chute Square at corner of University and Central (across from Lunds)

The public is cordially invited to attend an 1850s Holiday Party at the historic Ard Godfrey House.  Visit the oldest remaining wood frame residence in Minneapolis, built in 1849. The house is decorated for the holidays in the modest style of the era.

- Light refreshments and musical entertainment
- Tour the House with Woman’s Club guides dressed in period costume
- See how the Godfrey family might have celebrated the holidays in the new community at St. Anthony Falls
- Free Godfrey House buttons for the kids

Admission is free (but donations are suggested and welcome). No reservations required. Sponsored by the Woman’s Club of Minneapolis.

For information: 612-813-5300

Tuesday
Nov242015

Small Business Saturday Event: The Minneapolis Rock Art Experience at Day Block

The Minneapolis Rock Art Experience

FREE ADMISSION Website - Facebook

Saturday, November 28, 4:00pm - 10:00pm at Day Block Brewing (2nd floor Day Block Event Center)

Join Day Block Brewing Company as we host the second annual Minneapolis Rock Art Experience, a free event showcasing the work of local painters, illustrators, photographers and multi-medium artists.  Expect a full evening focused on local artists and their artistic works themed specifically around music.   Artwork will be on display and available for purchase! There will also be live music (TBA) and painting, amazing food and local artisan brews by Day Block Brewing Company!

Come on down and celebrate "Buy Local - Small Business Saturday" by supporting local art in true Minneapolis style!

Artists to include:

•Johnny Hanson
•Kristi Lemair
•Jeff Trohdahl
•Chuck Hues
•Jesse Brodd
•Tatiana Katara
•Scotty Rohr
•Steve Schell
•S.J.Gray