Last Chance to See "Paul Goodman Changed My Life" from the Film Society of Minnesota

Where: St. Anthony Main Theater - Screen 3

When: Wed, Jan 4 & Thu, Jan 5 at (5:00), 7:00

Paul Goodman was once so ubiquitous in the American zeitgeist that he merited a cameo in Woody Allen’s Annie Hall. Author of legendary bestseller Growing Up Absurd (1960), Goodman was also a poet, 1940s out queer (and family man), pacifist, visionary, co-founder of Gestalt therapy—and a moral compass for many in the burgeoning counterculture of the ’60s.

Paul Goodman Changed My Life immerses you in an era of high intellect (that heady, cocktail-glass juncture that Mad Men has so effectively exploited) when New York was peaking culturally and artistically; when ideas, and the people who propounded them, seemed to punch in at a higher weight class than they do now. Using a treasure trove of archival multimedia—selections from Goodman’s poetry (read by Garrison Keillor and Edmund White); quotes from Susan Sontag, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Noam Chomsky; plentiful footage of Goodman himself; plus interviews with his family, peers and activists—director/producerJonathan Lee and producer/editor Kimberly Reed (Prodigal Sons) have woven together a rich portrait of an intellectual heavyweight whose ideas are long overdue for rediscovery.

Ticket Information:

http://www.mspfilmsociety.org/content/paul-goodman-changed-my-life

Breaking - MN Executive Office Suites, LLC Purchases 1st Floor Commercial Space at the Carlyle

MN Executive Office Suites, LLC, will be opening professional executive offices at The Carlyle in approximately April 2012.

The Carlyle is a condominium skyscraper in downtown Minneapolis, on Third Avenue South between First and Second Streets.  The Carlyle stands one block from the Mississippi River and the Third Avenue Bridge.

At the time the Carlyle was built, an approximately 3000 sq. ft. space was planned for commercial or professional use.   The interior of this space has not yet been occupied or completed.

Recently, MN Executive Office Suites, LLC, purchased The Carlyle’s professional space.

MN Executive Office Suites, LLC, engaged Blumentals Architecture, Inc., to design executive office space at The Carlyle location.  The design opens to an inviting reception area and includes eight separate professional offices with stunning floor to ceiling windows, a paralegal office, and a kitchenette and conference room.  MN Executive Office Suites, LLC, and Blumentals are seeking to complete construction in a “green” and environmental manner.

Weber & Nelson Law Office, PLLC, is one of the professional businesses that will be located in the new office space.  Other executive offices will be available for lease, and virtual office arrangements will also be an option.

Michael J. Weber is the President and Chief Manager of MN Executive Office Suites, LLC, and Nancy Lee Nelson is Vice President.  Michael also is the founder of Weber & Nelson Law Office, PLLC, where Nancy serves as a Partner.

The professional office space is situated on The Carlyle’s street level, at the corner of Third Avenue South and Second Street South.  The location is nearby skyway access, the U.S. and Hennepin County courthouses, and the light rail system.

The Carlyle received a Pillars of the Industry award, named Best Condominium High Rise in the U.S. in the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB’s) 2009 showcase of designs and trends.  Developed by Opus Northwest Construction, The Carlyle has panoramic views of the Stone Arch Bridge, Mississippi river, St. Anthony Falls and Downtown.

More information about The Carlyle:

http://www.emporis.com/building/the-carlyle-minneapolis-mn-usa

http://www.humphreys.com/pdf/Pillar_Awards.pdf

Contact Michael J. Weber at 612-825-6052 for more information.

A Big List - Local Businesses We Patronized in 2011

When we have the option to frequent a local business, we do.  Always.  We love walking the neighborhood, leaving our car in the garage, and supporting the small businesses that help make the Downtown Minneapolis Riverfront such a great place to live.

We spent the past week looking back on our activities throughout 2011 and came up with an 'A to Z' list of businesses we patronized in 2011 - all within walking distance of our Mill District home.  They're all worth checking out, so give them a try and support our community!

501 Fit / 501 Spin - http://www.501fit.com/

Aloft - http://www.starwoodhotels.com/alofthotels/property/overview/contact.html?propertyID=3074

Aster Cafe - http://aster-cafe.com/

Bibelot - http://www.bibelotshops.com/index.php?view=store_locations&store_id=3

Bierbrauer Chiropractic - http://www.bierbrauerchiropractic.com/

Bobby & Steve's - http://www.bobbyandstevesautoworld.com/minneapolis.html

Bulldog, The - http://www.thebulldognortheast.com/

Caribou - http://www.cariboucoffee.com/page/1/our-locations.jsp

City Garden Flower Mill - http://www.citygardensflowermill.com/

Core Power Yoga - http://www.corepoweryoga.com/locations/minnesota/minneapolis.aspx

Crooked Pint Ale House - http://crookedpint.com/

D'Amico & Sons / Mill City Museum - http://www.damicoandsons.com/frame.asp?s=location&ss=minnesota&ft=i&sss=mp

Depot, The - http://www.thedepotminneapolis.com/

Dunn Bros - http://freighthouse.dunnbros.com/

Grumpy's - http://www.grumpys-bar.com/downtown/index.html

Guthrie Theater - http://www.guthrietheater.org/

Keegans Irish Pub - http://keeganspub.com/

Kindee - http://www.kindeethairestaurant.com/

Level Salon - http://www.level-salon.com/

Look + See - http://lookandseeeyecare.com/

MacPhail Center for Music - http://www.macphail.org/

Maxwell's - http://www.maxwellsbar.net/

Men's Dept. - http://www.mensdept.com/

Mill City Commons - http://www.millcitycommons.org/homepage

Mill City Farmers Market - http://millcityfarmersmarket.org/

Mill City Market Grocery & Deli - http://millcitygrocery.com/

Mill City Museum - http://www.millcitymuseum.org/

Open Book Coffee Gallery - http://www.openbookmn.org/coffee_gallery.aspx

Pacifier - http://store.pacifieronline.com/

Real Ghost Tours - http://www.realghosttours.com/

Sarpinos - http://www.gosarpinos.com/pizza-delivery/downtown-minneapolis/?r=2

Sanctuary - http://www.sanctuaryminneapolis.com/

Sawatdee - http://www.sawatdee.com/locations.htm

Sorellas - http://www.sorellawines.com/

Spill the Wine - http://www.spillthewinerestaurant.com/

Spoonriver - http://spoonriver.com/

Wasabi - http://wasabimn.com/

Wilde Roast Cafe - http://www.wilderoastcafe.com/

Zen Box Izakaya - http://zenboxizakaya.com/

2011 Mill City Flashback - Crown Hydro Update

The latest news on the Crown Hydro project proposed for Mill Ruins Park on the Downtown Minneapolis Riverfront:

Minneapolis Parks & Recreation Board (MPRB) Response to Crown Hydro FERC Termination Letter Response

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Crown Hydro Response to FERC Termination Letter

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FERC Termination Letter to Crown Hydro

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2011 Mill City Flashback - Mill City Farmers Market September 11 Harvest Moon Dinner

Neighbors and friends of the Mill City Farmers Market filled the train shed Sunday night for the Harvest Moon Dinner.  Attendees enjoyed a feast prepared by Chefs Heather Hartman and Nick Schneider, Cajun music, a colorful live auction, silent auction, raffle, and guest speaker Minnesota Secretary of State Mark Ritchie. 

Can't think of a better way to transition into the Fall season.

2011 Mill City Flashback - "Seeing the Minneapolis Riverfront" Photo Contest Winners on Display at the Mill City Museum

Congratulations to the 18 winners below whose work will be displayed in the Mill City Museum’s Mill Commons from August 25, 2011 through January 2, 2012.

Join us on Wednesday, September 14th from 6:00-8:00pm for a free public reception celebrating the exhibit and photographers. Light hors d’oeuvres will be served and a cash bar will be available.

Photo contest jurors were looking for striking images of the Mississippi River and the Minneapolis Riverfront that show the relationship between people and the environment past and present, what that relationship has meant to different people in different times, and the positive and negative consequences of our use of the land and waters. Ideal photographs convey a sense of place of the Minneapolis Riverfront and address the way people use the riverfront and its resources.

Below, a sampling of the works:

2011 Mill City Flashback - Day of the Dead / Dia de los Muertos Postcards on Display at the Open Book

Minnesota Center for Book Arts (MCBA) sponsored a Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) postcard competition, and the 253 entries are now on display in the Open Book Lobby Gallery until November 6.  The 4"x6" postcards incorporate a number of artistic methods, including collage, paint, drawing, printing, sewing, photography and digital imagery.  

The below slide show will give you an idea of how diverse the entries are, but we strongly recommend you stop in (1011 Washington Avenue South) to appreciate this creative collection in person.  It's wild!

2011 Mill City Flashback - 35W Bridge Pretty in Pink

The 35W Bridge was pink Friday night to kickoff the "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer" walk held on Saturday morning.

2011 Mill City Flashback - HUGE Turn Out for 2011 Turkey Day 5K

It was a perfect Thanksgiving morning for the 2011 Turkey Day 5K (unlike last year's single digit temps and blowing snow), with over 12,000 runners, walkers, wheelers and pets participating.

2011 Mill City Flashback - Minneapolis Beard & Moustache Club Meeting at Grumpy's

The first-ever open meeting of the Minneapolis Beard & Moustache Club took place December 2 at Grumpy’s, 1111 Washington Avenue South.  Michael Johnson, who you may recognize from Sorella Wine and Spirits, hosted the event.  We popped in for a few pictures:

2011 Mill City Flashback - 35W "Rainbow Pride" Bridge Lights [Photos] [Video]

It was spectatular.  Kim and I attended the lighting ceremony (see video at the bottom) and snapped a few photos.

2011 Mill City Flashback - First Ever Indoor Mill City Farmers Market

It was great to see neighbors and vendors converge at the Mill City Museum yesterday morning for the first ever indoor Mill City Farmers Market.

Added bonus - members from Light of the Moon Band provided festive background music.

2011 Mill City Flashback - Street Performers in Front of the Guthrie Theater [Video]

2011 Mill City Flashback - ArtAndes Weaver at Mill City Farmers Market

Watching Master Weaver Wilber Quispe is mesmerizing.  He will be weaving at ArtAndes Mill City Farmers Market space Saturdays through July.

2011 Mill City Flashback - A Special Place for a Special Evening in the Mill District of Minneapolis

We recently visited Sanctuary for the second time in as many months, this time to celebrate our 17th Wedding Anniversary.  The Sanctuary is a cozy 20 table resaurant located 1 block from the Guthrie Theater in the Mill District of Minneapolis at 903 Washington Ave. South.

An A+ Atmosphere

Instant relaxation best describes how we feel settling into our booth - The fireplace, the stone wall running the entire length of the restaurant, lights turned down low, and music that sets the mood yet fades into the background.   This place just gives off a good vibe.

Minnesota Nice with a Sprinkle of Sophistication

Or should I say sophistication with a sprinkle of Minnesota nice?  Whatever, the Sanctuary seems to have perfected the art of making their guests feel special.  Starting with 5-Time award winning maitre de, and Sanctuary Partner Michael Kutscheid, the staff treat service as both a profession and art form - warm, welcoming, knowledgeable with, yes, just the right amount of "sophistication" to make our experience special.

Our Meal Was as Delicious as it was Beautiful

Chef Patrick Atanalian, a native of Marseille, France, and once named Best Mad Genius Chef by City Pages, stopped by our table to say hi and extend his best wishes on our anniversary.  After enjoying a cocktail, we were ready to savor the flavor.  Chef Patrick and his team served us a work of art that surprised, and delighted our taste buds.

ginger beer potato soup finished with garlic chili creme fraiche

dayboat sea scallops, hangar 1 chipotle vodka eggnog sauce, shishito peppers, asian pear and red tobiko caviar

certified black angus beef, speck ham risotto, black truffle ketchup sauce, jalapeno confiture

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2011 Mill City Flashback - Gypsy Mania Trio at Mill City Farmers Market

2011 Mill City Flashback - Nichola Miller at the Mill City Farmers Market

Nichola Miller had people groovin' at the August 6 Market.

These adorable little girls didn't break out in dance, but Nichola had their undivided attention.

2011 Mill City Flashback - Light of the Moon Band at Mill City Farmers Market

We thoroughly enjoyed the music of Light of the Moon Band at the June 4 Mill City Farmers Market. 

2011 Mill City Flashback - Central River Forum 9/15/2011 [Video]

The developers of the Pillsbury A Mill presented their plans for this National Historic Landmark. The Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership convenes a quarterly forum in the Central Riverfront concerning issues shaping this area.

Central River Forum:
A Mill Outstanding in Our Nation: Shaping the Future of the Pillsbury “A” Mill and Main Street Southeast

Why is this site’s story so important to Minneapolis – and the nation?  How can you help shape the future of the St. Anthony Falls Historic District? What are the pressure points in the development process?  What are two developers planning to propose for the area? 

David Wiggins of the National Park Service highlighted the big stories this place tells, and previewed how and when you can most effectively inform public decision makers. Developers Dominium Apartments and Doran Companies shared their proposals for developing the area, including this National Historic Landmark.

2011 Mill City Flashback - Sanctuary Celebrates 4 Year Anniversary with Neighborhood Party [Video]

Normally closed on Sundays, Sanctuary welcomed friends and neighbors on August 28 to celebrate 4 years at the 903 Washington location.

Chef Patrick Atanalian served up a fantastic feast, and along with Naomi, Roger, Michael and staff, made sure everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves.  DJ Shannon Blowtorch outdid herself with the music.

OMG, I think we broke the Fun-O-Meter, check out the video:

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