Episode 7 of Milling About with Brianna Rose airs March 18
Monday, March 15, 2021 at 8:31AMArticle by Becky Fillinger
Brianna RoseThe March episode of Milling About with Brianna Rose will first air on March 18, 2021 at 8PM on MCN6. The show replays for a month every Thursday and Friday at 8PM and Monday and Tuesday at 5PM.
Milling About has something for everyone - from local musicians, city leaders, history of iconic Minneapolis institutions and local activists making all of our lives better.
Here's the March lineup:
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Singer/Songwriter Dan Israel describes the songwriting process through a pandemic. He treats us to a performance of Pandemic Blues.
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Audrey Liquard gives us some helpful info on getting rid of plastic storage bags. It's easy to do and you'll be making steps toward a #ZeroWasteLifestyle.
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We learn about the Mill City Commons Organics Recycling Project. Members Ellie Hand and Susan Plimpton describe how the program started and how it has grown throughout the Mill District.
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Diane Hofstede, President of the Great River Coalition, tells us about this year's 5K Bee Run - Earth Day Fun Run/Walk & River Cleanup – it can be done virtually or outside - to support our wonderful riverfront and pollinators. We have a lot to look forward to in the run and the community cleanup. Dress up and share your photos!
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Michelle Rivero, Director, Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs, City of Minneapolis, tells us about how her office serves immigrant and new American communities. She discusses the services the City provides to our new community members.
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History columnist Michael Rainville, Jr. discusses the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis. He includes history of the central banking system of the United States. The Federal Reserve Bank has existed at several locations – Michael covers the timeline of the architects, construction and key architectural components.
Milling About with Brianna Rose is a production of Mill City Times, and we cover topics of interest to our readers. We focus on local entertainers, small businesses, neighborhood stories, Mississippi River connections, local food producers and history - and are open to suggestions! Please email Becky Fillinger, executive producer, at becky_fillinger@hotmail.com to suggest ideas or to be a guest on the show.
