Wednesday
Oct052011
Boom Island Reflection
Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at 9:27AMTaken from the Boom Island Bridge connecting to Nicollet Island.
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Wednesday
Oct052011
Tonight - Public Hearing on New Policy Proposed to Enhance Community Engagement for Minneapolis Park Projects
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, 2117 West River Road
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) has developed a draft new policy and ordinance amendment related to how it involves the community in park projects and will host a public hearing for these proposed changes on October 5.
The policy and amended ordinance on community engagement are designed to improve practices for how the MPRB works and communicates with Minneapolis residents and park users, especially for capital projects involving the construction or redevelopment of park facilities.
In 2010 and throughout 2011, various community outreach methods were utilized to gather opinion from the community in development of the new policy and amended ordinance. Individuals and community groups were invited to share their thoughts though an online survey, public meetings, focus group discussions and print questionnaires available at recreation centers. Staff interviewed residents at community events such as neighborhood socials, movies and concerts in the parks.
Upon first draft, the public was invited to review and comment on the documents during a 45-day period. Community input was incorporated into the new policy and amended ordinance and is now proposed for approval by the Board of Commissioners.
View more documents from Mill City Times
Tuesday
Oct042011
Capella Tower in Pink
To raise awareness of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Taken from our balcony in the Mill District of Minneapolis.
Tuesday
Oct042011
Today - 3rd Annual River Tour With the Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership
Tuesday, October 4
Time: 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Location: Boom Island Regional Park, 724 Sibley Street NE
Save the date for this lively narrated tour of the Mississippi River above the falls highlighting hot places and issues to watch in 2012. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.
The Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership serves as a champion for a vibrant Mississippi riverfront, to create an enduring legacy now and for future generations. We advocate for a vibrant riverfront, increase public awareness of existing river access, create public forums to address riverfront issues, and host public outings. Join us for one of our upcoming talks, walks or bike rides, and check the calendar for riverfront events.
Cost: $35. Please bring a check to the event or mail to Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership, 2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55411.
Monday
Oct032011
October 12, 2011, Wednesday - Authentic East Hennepin Experience
Time: 5:00pm – 5:50pm
Location: Main Street SE and East Hennepin Avenue MAP
East Hennepin Avenue, originally known as Bay Street, has always been a ferociously interesting dividing line between northeast and southeast Minneapolis. Join us for 45 minutes to learn a very brief history of St. Anthony Falls, glimpse the interior of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, and hear gripping tales of the neighborhood’s first families. Along the way you will view diverse architecture, assorted building rehabilitations, and hidden neighborhood art.
Afterwards, head on over to Nicollet Island for the Third Ward Neighborhoodfest!
Monday
Oct032011
Incredible Video - She's Alive... Beautiful... Finite... Hurting... Worth Dying For
Forwarded by Mill City Times reader Karen Runyon.
Monday
Oct032011
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.
Monday
Oct032011
The Week Ahead in Mill City / October 3 - 9
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, October 3
In Conversation: Seamus Heaney at the Guthrie
One Minneapolis, One Read with Michele Norris and Kerri Miller at the Guthrie
Tuesday, Otober 4
One Minneapolis One Read: Voice - The Next Generation at Central Library
Copper Street Brass Quintet at MacPhail
Wednesday, October 5
Public Hearing on New Policy Proposed to Enhance Community Engagement for Minneapolis Park Projects
Celebrating Squash Class at Local D'Lish
Thursday, October 6
Larry Millett at Mill City Museum
'Art on the Town' Kick Off at Open Book
Open Studio Night at Northrup King Building
A Wine Affair - Fall in California Wine Country at St. Anthony Main
Friday, October 7
The Soap Factory Presents: The Haunted Basement 2011
Live Music at Crooked Pint Ale House
Saturday, October 8
Moksha Yoga at Southern Theater
The Soap Factory Presents: The Haunted Basement 2011
Meals on Wheels Hosts 4th Annual MISSION NUTRITION
Annual Twin Cities Financial Planning Day at Central Library
Washburn A Mill Tour at Mill City Museum
Taste Twin Cities Minneapolis Riverwalk Tour (Starts at Gold Medal Park)
Live Music at Crooked Pint Ale House
St. Anthony West Historic Riverfront 5K Run/Walk on Boom Island
Free Family Day/Youth Education Open House at MCBA
Sunday, October 9
Harvest Pies Cooking Class at Local D'Lish
Vikings and Arizona Cardinals at the Dome
Sunday
Oct022011
600 Sluts on the Stone Arch Bridge - SlutWalk Minneapolis 2011
A diverse crowd participated in Saturday's SlutWalk Minneapolis 2011, including barely dressed women, fully dressed women, men, parents with babies, trannies and even pets (plus a Segway tour and horse-drawn carriage inadvertently got in the mix).
The purpose of this rape-awareness event was to spread the messages of 'don't blame the victim' and 'don't rape'. Details are available on the website, and there are news clips from Kare11 and the StarTrib with more info.
Slide show best viewed in full-screen mode
Sunday
Oct022011
Job Posting at MacPhail Center for Music - Music Therapy Manager
Job Title: Music Therapy Manager
Department: Music Therapy
Reports to: President and COO
Status: Exempt; Full-time
Location: Minneapolis
Responsibilities
• Manage department resources including budget, payroll, mileage reimbursements, supplies and equipment
• Hire, train, schedule, supervise and evaluate department Therapists
• Meet regularly with Music Therapy Co-founder and Senior Music Therapists to discuss current service status and best practices
• Report department activity to the President/COO on a regular basis
• Represent department at the administrative and planning meetings
• Collect and maintain client demographic data
• Manage current and potential partnerships including proposals, letters of agreement, relationships, schedules and evaluation
• Manage department registration and invoicing
• Support Therapists though identifying substitutes and providing updated work assignments and calendars
• Responds to all community inquiries and processes intake calls for assessment and placement
• Market and recruit for the department in coordination with the Marketing department
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree required, or equivalent.
Experience: 3-5 years of job-related experience is required; clinical billing experience preferred. Prefer experience within the field of Music Therapy. 2-4 years of supervision experience.
Knowledge and Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook. Working knowledge of relational and sequential databases. Strong detail orientation. Ability to work effectively with deadlines, organize, and prioritize is required. Excellent customer service skills are needed, as well as the ability to work with diverse client group.
Physical Demands: Occasional lifting, approx. 25 lbs. Frequently sitting, working at keyboard for up to 4 hrs at a time. Frequent walking, climbing, stairs, stooping, bending, kneeling.
To Apply
E-mail cover letter and resume to resume@macphail.org.
Friday
Sep302011
This Weekend in Mill City / September 30 - October 2
Events this weekend in and around the Historic Mill District and Minneapolis Riverfront Neighborhoods.
Friday, September 30
Annual Piano and Instrument Sale at MacPhail
Live Music at Crooked Pint Ale House
Fall Sale Tasting Series at Sorella Wine & Spirits
Quick Weeknight Meals Class at Local D'Lish
Saturday, October 1
Origami Pocket Book Cover and Western Pamphlet-Stitch Bookmaking at MCBA
Annual Piano and Instrument Sale at MacPhail
Alcina’s Island: A Picnic Operetta at Nicollet Island Farm
The Soap Factory Presents: The Haunted Basement 2011
Live Music at Crooked Pint Ale House
Autumn Blaze Paddle with Wilderness Inquiry
Taste Twin Cities Minneapolis Riverwalk Tour (Starts at Gold Medal Park)
Sunday, October 2
Annual Piano and Instrument Sale at MacPhail
NT Live Filmed Presentation of One Man, Two Guvnors at the Guthrie
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon
Young Bridge, Young Dance: New Dance for the 35W Bridge
Fall Comfort Foods Cooking Class at Local D'Lish
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
Saturday & Sunday
Brunch at the Aster Cafe
St. Anthony Main
125 SE Main Street
Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-379-3138
Until 2pm.
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.
Thursday
Sep292011
The Zen Box Izakaya Experience
Zen Box Izakaya(602 Washington Avenue South) is now open, and it was so worth the wait! From the moment you walk in and are greeted with a cheer of “Irrasaimase!” (“Welcome!”), until you leave to chants of “Arigato gozaimashita” (“Thank you very much for coming!") - it's a wonderful experience.
Many people know owners John and Lina Goh (below) from their popular lunch-only skyway location. Per Lina, "We are very blessed with a group of loyal fans whom embraced us from the beginning when we came from San Francisco to open Zen Box Japanese Eatery in the skyway. They are one of the reasons why we opened the second location, so that they can also share their love for good food with their friends and family."
She added, "We simply love to eat, and love to share with others our passion for Japanese comfort food. We believe that Food brings people together and good food comes from the heart."
We started off with Japanese beers exclusive to Zen Box - Asahi and Hitachino Ginger. Zen Box has created their own version of pub nibbles, Buckwheat Soba Sticks, lightly fried for a crispy texture and seasoned with sea salt.
Our server, Heidi, recommended four items for our first visit, starting with the Crab Croquettes with Spicy Mayo ("Big Brother" Kani Korokke on the menu) and Tuna Poke', a melt-in-your-mouth marinated raw tuna with Poke' dressing. Both were absolutely delish.
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Next, the Zen Box Short Ribs. The flavor reminded me of a steak grilled to perfection - mmmmm.
Finally, the Chicken Kara-Age (Crispy Chicken) with Kamikaze Sauce. Words can't describe the incredible delicate crunch - I don't recall having anything like it. Again, the accompanying sauce was delicious.
In addition to creating a relaxing atmosphere and wonderful food, John and Lina have assembled a staff who share their passion. Beyond the lively greeting at the door (which immediately sets a "feel good" tone), the servers are attentive, helpful and genuinely excited to discuss the menu and make suggestions.
So now the dilemma we're faced with is what to have on our next visit. While there are many tasty items on the menu, we'll be tempted to order the same four dishes again - they were just soooo good.
Per Lina, most of the lunch and dinner menu items are available for take-out, with the exception of the Ramen dishes. They are currently working on a take-out menu.
You can reach Zen Box at 612-332-3936, and follow them on Facebook. Check their website for the lunch and dinner menus.
Thursday
Sep292011
Wednesday
Sep282011
Tonight - Free Bar & Patio Party at the Depot
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: The Depot, 225 3rd Avenue South
Live Out Loud...On the Patio!
A night designed around our friends, family and followers to spend on the Stone Arch Bar and Patio at The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel.
This event will feature Flat Earth Brewing Company of St. Paul who will be offering a beer tasting! Don't worry, we'll have a drink special for our non-beer drinking friends too as well as a cheese, cracker... and fruit display. DJ Adrian Perryman of Events by MV will be spinning the tunes again!
If the weather is nice, we'll be outside gathered around the firepit and as always, seating inside the bar is always open.
Happy hour specials will be from 3-6pm as well ($3.50 well and tap beer, $4.50 for house wine, $5 Charley's Pizza and $5 Sunset Martini's)!
Follow us here on Facebook and Twitter.
Parking available on the street or enter our ramp from 5th Avenue side.
Tuesday
Sep272011
Tonight - Upper River Forum / Above the Falls 2011: Development Research and Recommendations
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Minneapolis Park & Rec Board Headquarters, 2117 West River Road North
Featuring: Haila Maze and Thomas Leighton, Principal Planners
Community Planning and Economic Development Department, City of Minneapolis
Phase 1 of the City’s Above the Falls Policy Review and Implementation Study is concluding with recommendations to the Minneapolis City Council about updating the Above the Falls development vision.
Come to preview the first part of the recommendations, get updated on the overall process, and share your views.
Topics covered will include findings and recommendations related to:
Future locations for industrial, residential, commercial and office development, including potential changes to the Above the Falls vision.
Development character that builds on the unique riverfront location and integrates parks and trails.
Implementation strategies for making the vision happen.
Please check their website for time, presenters and other details. RSVP here by Monday, September 26, 2011.
Monday
Sep262011
Stone Arch Festival of the Arts Ends 17 Year Run According to City Pages
From City Pages:
While budget concerns have been the demise of several regular happenings, including the Taste of Minnesota, it appears that more tragic reasons have driven the Stone Arch Fest to cease planning for 2012 as event organizer Ira Heilicher passed suddenly in August from complications to pneumonia. He had been too ill to attend the 2011 event. Staffing changes also compounded logistical complications, as Sara Collins recently left her job at left Minneapolis Riverfront Arts and Events for another non-profit.
Monday
Sep262011
Best iPhone Photo Ever? - Mill City Photographers
Yellowstone Park, from Mill City Times reader Karen Runyon on her iPhone - yes, iPhone!
Monday
Sep262011
Park Board Seeking Public Input on Proposed Park and Trail Plan for Upper River
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On Wednesday, September 21, 2011, Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Commissioners accepted the draft RiverFIRST: A Park Design Proposal and Implementation Framework for the Minneapolis Upper Riverfront for new parks along the North and Northeast sides of the Upper Riverfront.
The proposal recommends that the Park Board partner with the City of Minneapolis and other government and non-profit partners to develop five new green and public spaces within five years.
Riverfront Trail System with Farview Park phase one greenways – which integrate with existing city and regional parks and trails to create a cohesive, user-friendly network of commuter and recreational connections, most notably across the Interstate 94 trench cutting off Northsiders and the West Metro from the Mississippi.
BioHaven® Islands – offering water quality rehabilitation while providing scenic views and habitat for native plants and animals, including migrating birds.
Scherer Park – an existing Minneapolis Parks property along the Northeast side of the riverfront, and located in a burgeoning neighborhood and adjacent to compatible properties, including existing parks and bridges.
Northside Wetlands Park – which transforms significant acreage from the existing Port of Minneapolis from asphalt to amenity, without adding industry, and becomes a destination point for Farview Park and other envisioned Northside greenways.
Downtown Gateway – the restoration of a historic park at the front door of downtown.
The Park Board has actively sought public input during each phase of plan development and is now asking the public to share its thoughts about the four proposed new parks during a formal public comment period, September 22 – November 6, 2011.
In addition to wide distribution of a news release announcing the public comment period to local media outlets, neighborhood and community associations and via the MR|DI’s online blog and e-newsletter, the Park Board is advertising the MR|DI public comment period in four Minneapolis newspapers: Finance & Commerce (legal notices), North News, Camden News, and the Northeaster (flyer inserts).
The public is encouraged to view the proposal and/or the executive summary and submit comments at Park Board Headquarters and any Minneapolis Parks recreation center or online at Minneapolis Riverfront Development Initiative.com.
