This Weekend in Mill City / August 12-14

Events this weekend in and around the Historic Mill District of Minneapolis and across the Stone Arch Bridge in Old St. Anthony.

Friday, August 11

Real Ghost Tour (2 Nights) at St. Anthony Main

Saturday, August 12

Mill City Farmers Market

Women’s Work: History Player Eva Valesh Tour at Mill City Museum

Twin Cities Polish Festival

Taste Twin Cities Minneapolis Riverwalk Tour (Starts at Gold Medal Park)

Sunday, August 13

CorePower Yoga in the Park

Twin Cities Polish Festival

Washburn A Mill Tour at Mill City Museum

Weekend Brunch

Saturday & Sunday

Brunch at Spoonriver
750 South 2nd St (at Chicago Ave S)
Minneapolis, MN 55401
612-436-2236

Reservations recommended

10:00am - 2:00pm

See the menu...

Saturday & Sunday

Brunch at the Aster Cafe
St. Anthony Main
125 SE Main Street
Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-379-3138

Until 2pm.

See the menu...

Sunday

Brunch at Spill the Wine
1101 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
612-339-3388

brunch buffet 10am- 2pm Sunday
$12/person (kids 3 and under eat free, 4-12 years are 1/2 price!)

includes: eggs, bacon, french toast, hash browns, fresh salad and fruit, pastries, build your own omlette bar and more...

featuring absolut bloody bar for $5.

also offering fair trade coffee and full bar.

Tonight - Mill City Live Featuring Adam Levy & Friends

Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 2nd Street South

Performers:  Adam Levy & Friends

Fee: $5 per person; includes admission to Mill City Museum. Free for MHS members.

The Twin Cities’ most explosive outdoor concert series is back for an eighth season with a slate of bands curated by music writer Jim Walsh. Featuring legendary performers from the heyday of the Minneapolis sound, these concerts will riff on American music in a gorgeous riverfront setting every Thursday from July 7 through Aug. 18. Admission includes the concert and entrance to the museum from 4 to 9 p.m. Food and drink by D’Amico Catering available for purchase.

Higher Brain Living Event at Open Book

Time: 6:30pm

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

Higher Brain Living Event

Imagine being part of the revolution that is transforming medicine, psychology and spirituality! Attend this presentation and discover how you can shift humanity from lower brain to higher brain living.

Please note that you must be registered to attend this event as seating is limited!

Tonight - The Mill District Loft Hop

An unprecedented 12 residences host open houses tonight in the historic Mill District! Enjoy drinks, snacks, and viewing beautiful homes.  See the flyer below:

Mill District Loft Hop

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Tonight - Summer BBQ Wine Dinner at Spill the Wine

Time: 6:30pm

Location: Spill the Wine, 1101 Washington Avenue South

Featuring Summer BBQ Wines and BBQ Grill Dinner.  Presented by Mary Beth Gallagher from Wine Merchants.

Featuring wines:

amuse bouche
toad hollow rose, california

dinner: 
nobilo sauvignon blanc, new zealand
lucky country shiraz, barossa valley
hogue late harvest riesling, columbia valley

$35/Person. Reservations

August 31 is the Deadline to Enter East Downtown Council Creative Media Contest

The "East Downtown Minneapolis - Can You Picture It?" photo contest is seeking photos, videos and other presentations that, through its people, architecture and public space, make the East Downtown district vibrant. 

The contest is sponsored by the East Downtown Council, and is open to everyone.  The entry deadline is August 31, 2011.

Click here for information on rules, prizes and more.

Tonight - Books & Bars Series at Aster Cafe

Social - 6:00pm dinner/drink specials
Discussion - 7:00pm-8:30pm

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 SE Main Street

Author:  Emma Donoghue,  Room

Books & Bars isn’t your mother’s book club. We provide a unique atmosphere for a lively discussion of interesting authors, fun people, good food and drinks.

Reservations - 612-379-3138

Tonight - DMNA Board Meeting at Central Library

Time: 6:00pm

Location:  Central Library, Room N-202, 300 Nicollet Mall

The Downtown Minneapolis Neighborhood Association Meeting Agenda highlights include an update from Council Member Lisa Goodman, followed by a Land Use Update on the following properties:

- Jaguar Redevelopment Project

- 1121 & 1127 Hennepin Avenue

- 428 Hennepin Avenue (Liquid Nightclub)

- Hennepin Theatre Trust

- Discussion regarding EPNI letter to Gerry Ewald about the future of the Metrodome, prospects for Vikings stadium and future development in the Downtown East and Elliot Park neighborhoods.

DMNA August Board Meeting Agenda 8-9-2011

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MacPhail Center for Music Names Kyle Carpenter Chief Executive Officer

MacPhail Center for Music today announced that it has appointed Kyle Carpenter as its new chief executive officer, effective September 1, 2011.  Carpenter brings 35 years of business and nonprofit board experience to the organization.  He will lead MacPhail’s plans to become the nation’s premier center for music education.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Kyle to the MacPhail family.  He brings strong leadership capabilities, a proven ability to grow organizations and an unwavering commitment to excellence and service,” said MacPhail board chair, Andrea Kmetz-Sheehy.  “Moreover, Kyle’s enthusiasm about music and our mission, give us great confidence in his ability to lead MacPhail into new territory.”

Carpenter previously served as senior vice president for strategy and business development for Capella Education Company.  In this role he established the company’s first-ever growth venture, Sophia Learning LLC, a social media teaching and learning website.

Said Carpenter, “I’m honored to join such a well-regarded and vibrant organization.  MacPhail has the opportunity to expand its role as the nation’s premier center for music education.  I look forward to working with the MacPhail team to spearhead the board’s vision, grow current programs and create new ones – while remaining true to the organization’s core mission.”

Carpenter’s past experiences include serving as president and CEO for Electrosonic Group, a large international digital media company, and three vice president positions with Honeywell.

In the community, he is a former board chair and trustee for Twin Cities Public Television, and a former board member of the Greater Twin Cities United Way.  Carpenter also serves as a director for the Harlem Globetrotters and CompView Systems, an audio visual systems and service company.

Carpenter is an accomplished guitarist.  He received his Bachelor of Arts in Management Science from Duke University.  As a Honeywell employee he attended the company’s Advanced Program for Directors at Harvard University before attending the Aspen Institute (Switzerland) for International Management Development.

Carpenter replaces interim CEO Tom Moss, a former two-time MacPhail Center board member.

Tonight - Music in The Park at Father Hennepin Bluffs

Time: 7:00pm

Indigenous Music and Movie Series  "Celebrating Native American Culture"

Brought to us by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. You can also find them on Facebook and Twitter.

Tickets Still Available for August 11 Chefs for Change at People Serving People

Time: Tour at 6:30pm, Dinner 7:00pm-9:00pm

Location:  People Serving People, 614 South 3rd Street

Chefs for Change with Corner Table

7pm-9pm. Tickets are $100 per person.

From slow braised grass fed brisket to tender ricotta gnocchi, Chef Scott Pampuch of Corner Table brings local influences to the table and is sure to satisfy dinner guests in this special Chefs for Change dinner. Promoting sustainability and responsibility towards the land was the inspiration for his own restaurant Corner Table, which opened in 2004. 

Tonight - Jill Holly Performing at Music in The Park at Nicollet Island Park

Time: 7:00pm

Jill Holly  "Singer-Songwriter, Folk-Rock Originals"

Brought to us by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. You can also find them on Facebook and Twitter.

The Week Ahead in Mill City / August 8-14

Bright and early 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, August 8

Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting

Music in The Park - Nicollet Island Park

Tuesday, August 9

Let's Go to Japan! Workshop at MCBA

Books & Bars Series at Aster Cafe

Game On! Gamers' Army at Minneapolis Central Library

DMNA Board Meeting at Central Library

Music in The Park - Father Hennepin Bluffs

Wednesday, August 10

Summer BBQ Wine Dinner at Spill the Wine

Thursday, August 11

Twin Cities River Rats Show

Range of Motion Wellness Workout at Mill Ruins Park

Chefs for Change at People Serving People

Mill City Live: Outdoor Music Series at Mill City Museum

Higher Brain Living Event at Open Book

Friday, August 12

Real Ghost Tour (2 Nights) at St. Anthony Main

Saturday, August 13

Mill City Farmers Market

Women’s Work: History Player Eva Valesh Tour at Mill City Museum

Twin Cities Polish Festival

Sunday, August 14

CorePower Yoga in the Park

Twin Cities Polish Festival

Washburn A Mill Tour at Mill City Museum

Twins Territory TC 4K Rolls Through the Mill District

A nice size crowd participated in this mornings Twins Territory TC 4K.  The race started on 12th Avenue South, headed down 2nd Street South, and took runners thru the North Loop and Warehouse Disctrict to Target Field.  The race helped raise money for the Twins Community Fund.

Week 14 at the Mill City Farmers Market

Only 3 1/2 weeks left to vote for the Mill City Farmers Market in the America’s Favorite Farmers Markets contest.  You can do so by Clicking here.  Currently the St. Paul and Eagan Markets are in the lead for Minnesota, but all three are behind the national leaders.  It appears Southern and Eastern Market patrons are much more involved in voting for their Markets.  What gives?

Tonight - Wine Tasting at Sorella Wine & Spirits

Friday, August 5:  2-7 p.m.

- Kroara Cortese, Piedmont, Italy

- Landmark Overlook Chardonnay, California

- Landskroon Pinotage, South Africa

- Passitivo Primitivo, Puglia, Italy

- & a nice bottle of Syrah or Shiraz (depends on which arrives on time)

*While supplies last. All samples served in Riedel glasses - no silly plastic cups here. The tastings are free, and no R.S.V.P is required.

This Weekend in Mill City / August 5-7

Events this weekend in and around the Historic Mill District of Minneapolis and across the Stone Arch Bridge in Old St. Anthony.

Friday, August 5

Real Ghost Tour (2 Nights) at St. Anthony Main

MacPhail's Rock Week Summer Camp Final Performances

Midwest Photo Safari St. Anthony Falls Heritage Trail Tours

Live Music at Aster Cafe

Saturday, August 6

Mill City Farmers Market

Taste Twin Cities Minneapolis Riverwalk Tour (Starts at Gold Medal Park)

Print Your Own Summer Memories Poster at MCBA

Minneapolis Riverfront Tour at Mill City Museum

Discover Saturday: We Do WeDos™ - Computer-controlled LEGOS® at Minneapolis Central Library

Live Music at Aster Cafe

Sunday, August 7

CorePower Yoga in the Park

Engineering the Falls at Mill City Museum

2011 Twins Territory TC 4K

Live Music at Aster Cafe

Weekend Brunch

Saturday & Sunday

Brunch at Spoonriver
750 South 2nd St (at Chicago Ave S)
Minneapolis, MN 55401
612-436-2236

Reservations recommended

10:00am - 2:00pm

See the menu...

Saturday & Sunday

Brunch at the Aster Cafe
St. Anthony Main
125 SE Main Street
Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-379-3138

Until 2pm.

See the menu...

Sunday

Brunch at Spill the Wine
1101 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
612-339-3388

brunch buffet 10am- 2pm Sunday
$12/person (kids 3 and under eat free, 4-12 years are 1/2 price!)

includes: eggs, bacon, french toast, hash browns, fresh salad and fruit, pastries, build your own omlette bar and more...

featuring absolut bloody bar for $5.

also offering fair trade coffee and full bar.

Photos - 2011 National Night Out in the Mill District

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...

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:

August 5 Opportunity with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity

We met Scott Hubers, Lifestyle Director at Mill District City Apartments, at National Night Out.   He keeps things hopping at their building, but it's not all party, party, party.  

Scott brought to my attention a volunteer opportunity he's promoting for Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity this Friday, August 5 (8:00am to 5:00pm).   Work is on a new 3+ bedroom two-level, single family house, which is taking the place of a foreclosed home that was beyond repair.   If you're looking for something to do this Friday, here's an opportunity to learn about Habitat for Humanity, work with your hands and get some exercise, and meet like-minded people who believe in giving back.

For more information, or to sign up, contact Scott at 507-339-0319 or sjhubers@msn.com.