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Friday, December 30, 2011 at 7:00PM2011 Mill City Flashback - Great Turn Out for NorthEast Dog Parade
A huge crowd gathered in Chute Square for the July 30 NorthEast Dog Parade. We didn't make it to the Red Stag for "Dogtail Hour" afterwards, but the parade kick off was quite a party by itself.
2011 Mill City Flashback - The Depot Hosts Bar & Patio Party for Neighbors and Guests
We met The Depot's Restaurant Manager, Randee Douglas, when our group stopped at the Stone Arch Bar for a drink during Mill City Museum's Minneapolis History Pub Crawl in August. While chatting with Randee, we learned about the monthly Bar & Patio Party The Deport started hosting this summer after the completion of their beautiful new patio, situated just off of the Stone Arch Bar.
The latest party was September 28, and featured Flat Earth Brewing Company of St. Paul, whose staff was on hand to pour samples and answer questions about their micro-brews. DJ Adrian Perryman of Events by MV was spinning tunes, and juicy sliders were being devoured as fast as the chef could plate 'em up at the grill. Servers treated guests to martinis and specialty shots, and fruits and cheeses were available for the non-carnivores in the crowd. It all added up to a relaxing, enjoyable evening - a neat gift from The Depot to it's neighbors and guests.
A sizable fire pit is the focal point of the patio, and will come in handy for October's party (what are the odds of it being this gorgeous a month from now?). You can stay informed on what's happening at The Depot through Facebook and Twitter.
2011 Mill City Flashback - Minneapolis Duathlon [Video]
The Minneapolis Duathlon, a premier multisport event, became the largest du in America in our inaugural year (2009).
The Minneapolis Duathlon includes a 3.1-mile run, 18-mile bike, and a 3.1-mile run which can be done individually or as a 2- or 3-person relay, or you just do the 5K run. All of the races happen in downtown Minenapolis and along the scenic Mississippi River. It is a beautiful, rolling course perfect for athletes of who have different levels of experience. We would love for you, your friends and family to join us!
Each of these races, whether you do them as an individual or as a relay, offers the fourth piece of our 2011 5-medal series: the stained glass Minneapolis Duathlon medal. Plus athletes get a Minneapolis Duathlon bike set: a hat, arm warmers and a bike bag.
2011 Mill City Flashback - Orange Mighty Trio at Mill City Farmers Market
Visitors to the August 20 Mill City Farmers Market were treated to a fantastic performance by the Orange Mighty Trio. Also find them on Facebook and Twitter.
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2011 Mill City Flashback - Spider-Man Among Runners in the Red, White & BOOM! TC Half Marathon
Watch for Spider-Man about 1:25 minutes into the video! (Superman also ran, but unfortunatley we didn't get a shot of him.)
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2011 Mill City Flashback - Outrage in Minneapolis - Vandals Strike 35W Bridge Memorial
Vandals removed several letters from the just dedicated 35W Bridge Remembrance Garden sometime between 8:00 AM yesterday and this morning. I received a call this morning from Star Tribune reporter Matt McKinney inquiring about a photo shoot I did early yesterday morning to see if I caught the lettering still intact. I directed Matt to a site we just launched for the memorial - http://35Wbridge.org - so he could verify.
According to McKinney, the project manager had been there earlier this morning to removed the remaining letters out of respect for survivors of the tragedy. Matt let me know that Mayor Rybak was on his way to give a statement, so I headed over to the memorial.
Yesterday morning with the letters intact:
This morning, letters removed:
Mayor Rybak arriving on the scene:
2011 Mill City Flashback - Union Thugs Seize Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis
"Union thugs" is a term heard frequently on cable news and talk radio - search Google for and see for yourself:
- union thugs tea party 3,680,000 hits
- union thugs sarah palin 3,500,000 hits
- union thugs governor walker 2,270,000 hits
When I heard of the "Build Minnesota So Minnesota Works" rally, I wondered what it was really all about, so I decided to walk over to see some thugs for myself. What I witnessed was shocking. I hope my readers appreciate the bravery this reporter showed in covering this event. As the following pictures show, I was in fear for my safety every moment spent on the Stone Arch Bridge (View all of the photos on Flickr...):
Thugs gathering for their assualt on the Stone Arch Bridge
Thugs about to attack
Grandpa thug and his buddy
Future thug
Apprentice thug
Cute blonde thug
Scary Black thug
Girl next door thug
Gang signs
Thug propaganda
Watch the Rally and judge for yourself:
View all of the photos on Flickr...
2011 Mill City Flashback - Another Performance by Light of the Moon Band at Mill City Farmers Market
Light of the Moon Band put on another great performance at the September 3 Mill City Farmers Market.
2011 Mill City Flashback - National Night Out in the Mill District [Sideshow]
Friends (new and old), food, drink, music, massages, door prizes and Segways - they all add up to a perfect 2011 National Night Out in our Mill District neighborhood.
Special thanks to everyone who organized, provided refreshments, and helped set up and clean up. Also, thank you to Mill City Commons, Sorella Wine & Spirits, The Doorway, Segway Tours and Mark Stillman.
Visit the Block Party Website for more photos...
Job Posting at the McKnight Foundation
Position announcement: Program Officer — Arts
Applications accepted through January 16, 2012
Background. Founded in 1953 and independently endowed by William and Maude McKnight, the Minnesota based family foundation has assets of approximately $1.9 billion and granted about $96 million in 2010. McKnight concentrates resources in the arts, early literacy, the environment, the region and communities, neuroscience, and crop research, and select efforts in Southeast Asia and East Africa. McKnight subscribes to the Minnesota Council on Foundations' "Principles for Minnesota Grantmakers."
The Arts program. The goal of the arts program is to support an environment in which artists are valued leaders in our community with access to the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. For more in-depth information on McKnight's arts program, click here.
Position purpose. The program officer for the arts program reports directly to the program director. This position is responsible for reviewing letters of inquiry and grant requests, conducting site visits and evaluating applicant capacity for success and for fit with funding criteria. Key to this work is to establish and maintain effective working relationships with grantees, key stakeholders, and other members of the Foundation staff.
2011 Mill City Flashback - A Dogs Eye View of the Dog Day 5K [Video]
One of our favorite events of 2011. A variety of breeds zipped across the Stone Arch Bridge during the 2nd Annual Dog Day 5K on June 11.
See the entire set of 167 photos on Flickr:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/millcitytimes/sets/72157626939089942/
2011 Mill City Flashback - The Homegrown Experience on Nicollet Island [Slideshow]
The second Homegrown Experience, organized by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board(MPRB), took place August 21 on Nicollet Island. This slide show is condensed down from the 1,000+ pictures we captured that afternoon. Beautiful day, great food and drink!
Video - A Downtown Minneapolis Riverwalk Inspired by the Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership
A walk from the West Bank of the Downtown Minneapolis Riverfront, across the Stone Arch Bridge, through Father Hennepin Park, along Historic Main Street, and down on the East Bank of the Minneapolis Riverfront.
Our walk was inspired by a hike we attended in the winter of 2010 guided by Cordelia Pierson of the Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership. Support MRP - MinneapolisRiverfrontPartnership.org - and the Minneapolis Riverfront.
Periscope Featured in Star Trib Article
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Periscope, a Mill District business located on Washington Avenue South across from Aloft, was featured in the December 26 print edition of the Star Trib. Click here for the story.
With the relentless economic bad news and negative spins we are fed a daily basis, this positive article was a much needed breath of fresh air.
Blanket and Linen Drive at People Serving People
From People Serving People:
Where do I bring blankets and linens?
Please bring clean used or new blankets and linens to our shelter at 614 3rd Street South, Minneapolis, MN 55415. You can drop linens off at any time in the blue “Clothing donations” bin in our parking lot, or bring donations to the loading dock and ring the bell to the garage door.
What is needed specifically?
- · Twin Fitted and Flat Sheets
- · Double Fitted and Flat Sheets
- · Pillow Cases
- · Quilts
- · Heavy blankets
Can I get a receipt for my donations?
If you ring the red door bell at the loading dock, you can get a receipt for your donations from our loading dock area. If you bring your donations during business hours, you may get a receipt for your donation from the security desk in our building right when you walk in.
I have a question – who can I ask?
Email Lauren at lrimestad@peopleservingpeople.org if you have further questions.
News - Mill City Farmers Market 2012 Dates Set
The Mill City Farmers Market 2012 will run from May 12 through October 27, 2012 according to the vendor application on the MCFM website.
Thank You, Mill City Commons, for Your Generosity!
Mill City Commons Members were very generous in their response to the Fourth Annual Turkey, Dressings & Extra Helpings food and clothing drive organized by MCC members Delia and Tyrone Bujold, Barbara Goldner and Linda Willette.
- Members donated a car full of clothes to People Serving People, including job interview and cold weather clothing.
- Five bags of gifts were delivered to Exodus House and Mary's Place at Sharing and Caring Hands.
- Over $2200 in financial donations to purchase food for holiday dinners for 50 families in North Minneapolis.
The food was delivered to Ascension School where Principal Dorwatha Woods had identified 50 families with the most need. Woods told the volunteers "Your choices and generosity will help the families in many ways -- they will live off this food for a week. These children come from low income families, many of whom count on the school lunch program. Over the holidays, it's difficult for families to provide three meals a day." Ms. Wood also shared that she received a note from one of the mothers who said "Woohoo!" It was the largest pork shoulder roast she'd ever seen -- it would provide her family with multiple meals.
Photos courtesy of Linnea Tweed, Executive Director of Mill City Commons:
MCC members Delia and Tyrone getting into their vehicle after meeting five other drivers with 13 volunteers.
Meeting Rainbow Foods manager Jeff Hamm.
One of the Rainbow Foods team helping with the five rolling carts of food.
Loading up the SUV's and unloading at Ascension School in North Minneapolis.
A job well done!
Visit Mill City Commons on the web at http://millcitycommons.org/ to find out how to get involved in future projects.
West River Parkway Near Washington Avenue Bridge Closed December 22-23
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West River Parkway, from 22nd Avenue South to 4th Street South, will be closed from 7am-6pm Thursday, December 22, and Friday, December 23.
The closure is needed to safely remove the north side of the Washington Avenue Bridge deck as part of the Central Corridor Light Rail Transit Project. Traffic will be detoured to 19th Avenue South during the closure.
The Week Ahead in Mill City / December 19-25
Each Monday morning we provide an easy to reference list of events and activities for the week ahead in the Mill City neighborhood. Submit your events here...
Monday, December 19
Sounds of Blackness at the Guthrie
Thursday, December 22
Anna Boyer Opening Reception at Open Book
Taste Twin Cities Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Tour
Friday, December 23
Live Music at Crooked Pint Ale House
