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Time: 7:00pm
Barbara Meyer "Midwestern Roots Rock & Reggae"
Brought to us by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. You can also find them on Facebook and Twitter.
A MESSAGE FROM PEOPLE SERVING PEOPLE:
As we know, the State of Minnesota has shut down effective today. People Serving People will remain open, but the families staying at our shelter and moving out of our shelter will be deeply affected by the shutdown.
To keep these families from experiencing prolonged homelessness or returning to homelessness, we are reaching out to YOU to help ease affects of the shutdown.
Families at People Serving People will be losing childcare assistance – and many moms and dads will not have the resources available to them that allow them to go to work every day. We expect our Early Childhood Center will be full.
How you can help:
Join a list to be called on if a family needs a babysitter. Sign up with Kristina, our volunteer coordinator.
Families moving out of People Serving People will be losing financial assistance. Many families are still getting back on their feet when they leave our shelter, and depend on financial assistance to feed their children.
How you can help:
Volunteer to make food packs from donated canned goods from our pantry, and deliver the food packs. Sign up with Kristina, our volunteer coordinator.
Families staying at People Serving People are losing subsidies to help them move into affordable housing. This will increase the shelter stay for families, keeping other families new to homelessness from being able to stay at our shelter. This loss of subsidies will also affect families who need to purchase other items, such as diapers and hygiene products.
How you can help:
You can help to off-set other costs for families moving into their new homes with a donation of diapers and hygiene products, and also help pack the products and deliver them to families’ new homes.
Also, you can help families to cope with their extended shelter stays by volunteering for children’s activities or field trips. Sign up with Kristina, our volunteer coordinator.
Thank you for your support of homeless families. They are among the most vulnerable populations affected by this government shut down, and they need our support more than ever.
If you are unable to donate your time, please consider making a financial contribution to help families in need.
It's a long weekend culminating with a 4th of July Celebration on the Downtown Minneapolis Riverfront. The weather looks like it will cooperate too!
IMPORTANT NOTE: All Mill City Museum events have been canceled, and the Museum is closed until the State of Minnesota reopens for business.
Saturday, July 2
Taste Twin Cities Minneapolis Riverwalk Tour (Starts at Gold Medal Park)
Mill City Farmers Market
How'd They do That Workshop: HMS
Sunday, July 3
Minneapolis Riverfront Tour at Mill City Museum
Minneapolis Red, White and BOOM! (2 Day Event)
Music in The Park - Nicollet Island Park
Monday, July 4
Fourth of July Celebration and Fireworks
Ten Second Film Festival at the Soap Factory
2nd Annual Red, White & Boom! TC Half Marathon!
Music in The Park - Father Hennepin Bluffs
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.
We've confirmed with the Mill City Museum that they will close during a State of Minnesota shutdown due to the budget impasse. This will include a new History Pub Crawl we had registered for. A Museum shutdown will impact people from all over the metro area, State of Minnesota, and nationally who've made the Mill City Museum part of their leisure or travel intinerary.
The Press release from the Minnesota Historical Society:
NEWS ALERT: MHS TO CLOSE IF STATE SHUTDOWN OCCURS
The Minnesota Historical Society announced today that in the event of a state government shutdown all its programs and operations would be suspended beginning July 1. Funding from the State of Minnesota comprises more than half of the Society’s operating budget.
All of the Society’s 26 historic sites and museums statewide would be closed during a shutdown, including the History Center, Mill City Museum, Historic Fort Snelling and Split Rock Lighthouse, as well as the library and general offices that support all of the Society’s functions including preservation and education.
“The Minnesota Historical Society has a long history of serving Minnesotans, beginning in 1849 – even before Minnesota was a state,” said Stephen Elliott, the Society’s director and CEO. “If we indeed need to close operations for a state government shutdown, it will be with deep regret, both for the many families planning to visit our sites and museums this summer and for our employees and the financial hardship such an action would place on them.”
If there is a shutdown, the public would still be able to access general information, conduct online research, and make charitable donations and membership payments at www.mnhs.org. However, web functions enabling the public to order historical documents, photographs, tickets and merchandise would not be operational during the shutdown.
Until an official notice of a shutdown is given by the state, on or around June 30, the Society and all its historic sites and museums remain open and ready to serve the public. Go towww.visitmnhistory.org for links to all of the Society’s historic sites and museums.
“We know and appreciate that Minnesotans value the work of the Society,” said Elliott, “and we look forward to continuing to fulfill our mission to connect people with history, preserve the evidence of the past, tell the stories of Minnesota’s people, and educate our schoolchildren.”
The Minnesota Historical Society is a non-profit educational and cultural institution established in 1849 to preserve and share Minnesota history. The Society collects, preserves and tells the story of Minnesota’s past through museum exhibits, libraries and collections, historic sites, educational programs and book publishing. For more information, visit www.mnhs.org.
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The 2011 Twin Cities River Rats season kicked off Thursday, June 2. Shows are scheduled for 7pm Thursday nights through August 25, and take place at 1628 West River Road (between the Plymouth and Broadway).
The Twin Cities Rivers Rats describe their show as an aquatic Broadway musical featuring multiple water ski acts choreographed to music and built around a theme.
If you haven't already enjoyed a River Rats show, their website is loaded with fun videos to give you an idea of what to expect. These are free events.
Time: 5:00pm to 10:00pm
Location: Sanctuary - the restaurant, 903 Washington Avenue South
Talk about sourcing locally, Youth Farm & Market Project teaches urban kids to grow food in urban gardens and sell it. Please join us for one of Chef Patrick's famous 6-course Tasting Menus for a Cause - this time benefiting Youth Farm. Sanctuary will buy some of the food on the menu from these local kids and their gardens - an we will donate $5 to them for each Menu purchased. The Menu is fun enough for your inner-kid!
Menu
westfield farm classic blue goat cheese quesadilla, black olive provencal tapenade, tomato oil
pairing: lemongrass gin infused ‘tini
trio of melon salad with a balsamic reduction
pairing: duboeuf rosé
braised short ribs in a root beer barbeque sauce, yukon mashed potatoes, elephant garlic and mirepoix
pairing: angeline pinot noir
hawaiian mahi, hoisin paint, baby carrot, sweet corn, english pea salsa
pairing: ferrari fumé
duck confit ratatouille and tomato shot
pairing: organic tomato ‘tini
caramelized red banana split
Six Course Tasting Menu only $40 ($5 from each will be donated to Youth Farms)
Five Optional Tasting-Sized - Pairings $15 (tasting sized pours – a little over 2 glasses total). Prices exclude tax and tip
These special event Tasting Menus only happen on one night a couple times a year - so don't miss it!
Time: 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Location: Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Headquarters, 2117 West River Road
The Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership and Above the Falls Citizens Advisory Committee are hosting a series of forums to help us envision and shape a vibrant riverfront. Ten years after the visionary Above the Falls plan for the Mississippi River above St. Anthony Falls was adopted, the transformation of the Minneapolis riverfront is getting a jump-start.
Both the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and the City of Minneapolis will soon be making choices that will help shape the future of this segment of the river and our city for generations to come.
MacPhail Center for Music just launched a totally revamped website. It has a very nice visual presentation and is much easier to navigate. Well done neighbors!
Time: 7:00pm
Charity Huot "Original, uplifting, Relaxing Night Out"
Brought to us by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. You can also find them on Facebook and Twitter.
It was spectatular. Kim and I attended the lighting ceremony (see video at the bottom) and snapped a few photos.
Our neighbors had one of the most entertaining entries in the Pride Parade yesterday. The crowd went Wilde! (pun intended). And they do have tasty cake...
Events this weekend in and around the Historic Mill District of Minneapolis and across the Stone Arch Bridge in Old St. Anthony.
Friday, June 24
Celebrate the Guthrie's 5-Year Anniversary with $5 Promotions (3 days)
Saturday, June 25
Global Water Dances on the Stone Arch Bridge
Historic Main Street Tour at Mill City Museum
Sunday, June 26
Railroad History Tour at Mill City Museum
Twin Cities Pride Rainbow Run 5K
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.
Time: 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Location: Guthrie Theater, 818 South 2nd Street
Please join us for Taste of the Nation HOTlist featuring culinary sensations prepared by the Twin Cities hottest chefs and mixologists.
Join host Chef, Tim McKee of La Belle Vie and the Twin Cities' hottest chefs and restaurateurs for a fantastic evening of gourmet food and drinks highlighting the the latest food and beverage trends. Sip the latest creations from the area's most noteworthy mixologists. Sample the culinary delights of the Twin Cities most innovative chefs. Enjoy the view from the Guthrie Theater's stunning 8th floor, all while supporting the cause of ending childhood hunger in the Twin Cities.
Participating Restaurants & Mixologists:
Be'Wiched • Bar La Grassa Barbette • Bradstreet Crafthouse • Brasa • Cosmos • Dakota Jazz Club • Heidi's • Il Gatto • La Belle Vie • Masu • Meritage • Proof Drink Design • Salty Tart • Sea Change • Strip Club
Tickets: General Admission: $58 (all food & drink included)
Paul Reyelts of the Minneapolis Parks Foundation presented a vision for the former Fuji Ya site on the Dowtown Minneapolis Riverfront at Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board meeting last Wednesday, June 15, 2011.
Presentation by Paul Reyelts, Minneapolis Parks Foundation Board Treasurer and Board Member at the June 15, 2011
Meeting Notes
Working on this idea for the past year
- Believe it has “broad interest and support for the development of a public reuse plan” for the site.
- Plan to attract private resources to support development of the site
- Intention is that the site would be dedicated to public use, not for private use
- Site is not addressed in the Minneapolis Riverfront Development Initiative (MRDI)
- Proposal would be complimentary to the MRDI
Four major reason to give focus and priority to the Fuji Ya site:
1. The Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board (MPRB) owns the land
2. Site is very close to Downtown Minneapolis
3. If properly developed, the site could be the major Downtown gateway to the river and to the Stone Arch Bridge
4. The Stone arch Loop already has an estimated 3/4 of a million visitors annually passing near the site
The proposal would enhance the experience for visitors and at the same time develop revenue generating opportunities that support the financial sustainability of the sites amenities.
The Proposal:
Minneapolis Park Foundation will engage a team of professionals that has agreed to develop a Phase 1 Fuji Ya site master plan and program.
Paul Reyelts will fund these services through the Minneapolis Parks Foundation (MPF).
The MPF Executive Committee will oversee the development of the plan.
Only Public use of the site is envisioned.
Paul Reyelts does not live near or own property in the vicinity of the Fuji Ya site. Nor does he have any personal or financial interest in this proposal.
The MPF will coordinate with the MPRB on getting Citizen input the MPRB Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) process.
The goal of Phase 1 is the creation of a visual presentation summarizing the findings of the MPF and a recommended vision for the site development, along with next steps in the development process.
Assuming that the site master plan has the support of the MPRB, the MPF, and the community, Paul Reyelts is prepared to provide “material financial support” for the development project, and with the MPF he will champion private sector fundraising efforts.
Motivation:
Like the Founders of the Minneapolis Park System, the MPF and supporters want to leave a legacy for future generations. This premise is the reason behind Paul Reyelts commitment.
Timing:
Hope that CAC will start within the next month.
Phase 1 process completed in a 3 month timeframe.
MPRB Commissioners Reactions:
Commissioner Anita Tabb – “This has a lot of very exciting potential.” “I’m delighted to see people have a real interest in Downtown Minneapolis.” “I think projects like this will continue to make our city a great place to be, and hopefully attract more people to Downtown.”
Commissioner Scott Vreeland – “What we have there is this great treasure with 7 different archeological ruins that can be accessed.”
Board President Erwin – “This is not only a wonderful gift you’re giving the Park Board, but this is a great kick-off for the Foundation to help the Foundation a key project that they focus on that I think will be successful…it’s a broader area than just the Fuji Ya site itself…the site extends all the way to the 3rd Ave Bridge…
Fuji Ya Site Background
1968: Fuji Ya moved to 420 S. 1st St. in Minneapolis, a chic riverfront structure of glass, oak and rough cedar, designed by architect Newton Griffin, based upon a plan by Shinichi Okada. It was constructed over the ruins of the 1878 Standard Mill. Owner Reiko Weston bought the land, 2.7 acres, for $20,000 in 1961.
1990: Fuji Ya closes. After extensive litigation, the Minneapolis Park Board buys out the Weston family for $3.5 million in an out-of-court settlement.
Background on Mr. Reyelts
Paul Reyelts served as the Executive Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer of The Valspar Corporation, a global leader in the coatings industry, from April 1982 until February 2008. He remained an Executive Vice President of Valspar Corporation until his retirement in May 2009. In addition, Mr. Reyelts serves on the Board of Trustees of Minnesota Public Radio, the Advisory Board of the University of Minnesota College of Design and the Minneapolis Parks Foundation Board.
"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...
Events this weekend in and around the Historic Mill District of Minneapolis and across the Stone Arch Bridge in Old St. Anthony.
Friday, June 17
The Science of Wheat and Flour, Demonstration & Tasting at Mill City Museum
Minnesota-Made Film Series at St. Anthony Main Theater (7 days)
Saturday, June 18
Teen Writers' Conference at the Loft
Engineering the Falls at Mill City Museum
All-in-One Summer Vacation Travel Journal at MCBA
Celebrate African Heritage at Central Library
Discover Saturday: Create Your Own Tunnel Book at Central Library
Saturday - Stone Arch Festival of Arts
Central Library Summer Atrium Sale
Sunday, June 19
Minneapolis Riverfront 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
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.
A welcome addition to the neighborhood opened yesterday at St. Anthony Main. The breakfast menu looks especially tasty. The Wilde Roast website is at http://www.wilderoastcafe.com/ - Welcome neighbors!
We're now open for business! More outdoor seating overlooking the beautiful river, more space inside, along with an expanded kitchen and menu (including homemade ice cream just in time for summer!).
Where? It's the space previously occupied by Picosa and Sophia at 65 Main St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414, between Merriam St and Central Ave NE. There's plenty of street parking, and it's attached to the Riverplace Parking Lot.
Join us this weekend as you're visiting the Stone Arch Festival of the Arts!
Time: 7:00pm
The Mystic Order of Reverb and Twang "Rockabilly, Rhythm and Blues, Surf"
Time: 7:00pm
Late for Lunch plays "Original Smooth Jazz and Covers"
Brought to us by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. You can also find them on Facebook and Twitter.
Time: Tour at 6:30pm, Dinner 7:00pm-9:00pm
Location: People Serving People, 614 South 3rd Street
Chefs for Change with Oceanaire
7pm-9pm. Tickets are $75 per person. From crab cakes to fresh halibut, Executive Chef Rick Kimmes of the Oceanaire prepares truly decadent meals, which are still the topic of discussion for many of our regular diners (hint – register early for this one).
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