April 3, 2014, Thursday - First Thursdays in the Arts District at Northrup King Building

Time: 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Location: Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson Street NE (see below for full list of studios)

First Thursdays in the Arts District

First Thursdays in the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District is an Open Studio and Gallery Tour held the first Thursday of each month. Many NEMAA member artists and galleries (including a multitude of painters, sculptors, printmakers, photographers, ceramists, textile and fiber artists, jewelers, and furniture showrooms) open their studios at the Northrup King Building located in the heart of the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District.

Stop by the Red Stag Supper Club after First Thursday for late night music. The Red Stag Supper Club features Happy Hour 3pm - close and late night music at 10:00 PM. Pick up a wooden nickel for a free drink at the Red Stag Supper Club during First Thursday while supplies last. The Red Stag Supper Club is located at 509 1st Avenue NE, Minneapolis.

Other Open Studios from 5:00 - 9:00 PM at:
•California Building, 2205 California St. NE, Minneapolis
•Casket Arts Building, 681 17th Avenue NE, Minneapolis
•Casket Arts-Carriage House , 1720 17th Avenue NE, Minneapolis
•Grain Belt Studios, 77 & 79 13th Ave. S., Minneapolis
•Q.arma Building , 1224 Quincy St NE, Avenue NE, Minneapolis
•Solar Arts Building, 711 15th Ave. NE, Minneapolis
•Thorp Building , 1618 Central Avenue NE, Minneapolis
•Two 12 Pottery and Gifts - We will offer our usual store discount, and on top of that, all books are 20% off including books on sale! 212 13th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413, 612.331.1556, two12pottery@yahoo.com
•Who Made Who Design Studio + Screenprint Emporium, 158 13th Ave. NE, Minneapolis

First Thursday Specials
•First Thursdays at the Red Stag Supperclub featuring Happy Hour 3pm - close and late night music at 10pm. 509 1st Avenue NE, Minneapolis.
•First Thursdays at Chowgirls Parlor, 6-11 PM
We open our doors to welcome all, especially those participating in First Thursdays in the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District. 1222 2nd Street N.E.

http://www.northeastminneapolisartsdistrict.com

April 3, 2014, Thursday - MSP International Film Festival Begins (runs thru April 19)

The largest film event in the region, and one of the largest and longest running film festivals in the country, the MSP International Film Festival annually presents some 200 feature length and short form narrative and documentary films from 60+ countries.

Ticket Info 
Regular Screenings: $12 General Admission | $10 Film Society Members | $6 Students w/ Student ID. Certain films have different ticket prices. That information will be noted on the films’ pages.
 
Ordering online is easy. Browse the films, find one you want to see, and click the showtime of the screening you wish to attend. You don’t have to worry about printing out and forgetting your tickets at home – just bring the credit card with which you made the purchase to the box office.
 
Film Society Members, make sure to select the member ticket price and be able to present your membership card at the box office!

April 3, 2014, Thursday - Sui Generis at the Southern Theater (3 nights)

Show Times:
Thursday, April 3 @ 7:30pm
Friday, April 4 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, April 5 @ 2:30pm & 7:30pm

Location: Southern Theater, 1420 Washington Avenue South

Sui Generis (/ˌsuːaɪ ˈdʒɛnərɪs/;[1] Latin: [ˈsʊ.iː ˈɡɛnɛrɪs]), meaning "of its own kind/genus"
 
Featuring a company of fifteen dancers, Sui Generis depicts a life cycle in three parts: origin, exposure, and phoenix. Universal experiences, as portrayed by one being, progress from youth to maturity leading to the validation of a life well-lived.
 
crash.dance.productions. is a professional contemporary dance company located in the Twin Cities. Company members work together to choreograph and train while sharing their passion for dance with the local community.
 
Ticketing:
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at BrownPaperTickets.com
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At the door before the performance with cash, credit, or check.
 
More Information:
Follow crash.dance.productions. on Facebook and Twitter  and their blog for updates on the show!
 
You can also call (612) 209-7735 for information
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For any further inquiries please email crashdanceproductions@gmail.com.

April 3, 2014, Thursday - 5th Annual Alliance Française Gala at Aria

Time: 6:00pm to 10:00pm

Location:  Aria at the Jeune Lune, 105 N 1st Streeet

The 5th annual Alliance Française gala will support cultural and educational programs of the only French cultural center in Minnesota.

As we return to the former home of the Théâtre de la Jeune Lune, we remember the exceptional company of artists and their award-winning work. The evening will feature Maud Hixson and the Twin Cities Hot Club, theatrics courtesy of the Walking Shadow Theater Company, a French feast, live and silent auctions & much more.

Click here to purchase your tickets online.

Un grand merci à nos sponsors: Premier Sponsor

April 2, 2014, Wednesday - Minneapolis Park and Rec Board Meeting

Time: 5:00pm

Location: Minneapolis Park and Rec Board, 2117 West River Road

Agenda

Meeting are broadcasted live on the City of Minneapolis Government Meeting Channel 79, or online at http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/tv/79. Those interested in viewing the MPRB meeting are encouraged to attend at MPRB headquarters, located at 2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55411, or view during the 10:30 p.m. Monday (12/3) rebroadcast on Channel 79.

April 2, 2014, Wednesday - Childrens Dance Together at Central Library

Time: 6:30pm –7:15pm

Location: Central Library, Children's Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

Dance Together - Wednesdays, April 2–16

Registration required, begins Mar 5. Register online or call 612-543-8000.

For children 1 and up. Dance with your child to develop their physical, social and literacy skills.

This project is funded with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Presented in collaboration with Young Dance.

April 2, 2014, Wednesday - Wake-Up With Jacob! at Wilde Roast Cafe

Time: 7:30pm - 8:30am

Location: Wilde Roast Cafe, 65 Main Street SE, Parlor Room

Join us for the next "Wake-Up With Jacob!" -- a monthly community engagement event with Minneapolis City Council Member Jacob Frey.

This month's topic will be "The First 100 Days." We've made a lot of progress in the first 100 days in office. Council Member Frey will give an update on key initiatives and a preview of things to come.

Attendees may purchase bottomless coffee and a pastry item for $4.00. Please RSVP now to help us plan.

April 1, 2014, Tuesday - Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission Public Meeting

Time: 4:30pm

Location: Room 317, City Hall, 350 South Fifth Street

More Info