August 28, 2019, Wednesday - Behind the Scenes: The Armory

Time: 3p-6p

Location: The Armory, 500 6th Street S

Behind the Scenes: The Armory

Mark your calendar and get a peak behind all that went into making the Armory into a world class event venue.

The Armory is a historic landmark in the heart of Downtown Minneapolis. It’s recent transformation marked it as one of the city’s most iconic performance and event venues to date. The large open floor plan, grand ceiling, impressive architecture, and extreme functionality make it a unique space that can accommodate groups from 25 to over 8,000. The Armory features an open main floor with tiered seating options, luxury VIP suites, and a grand hall that can be utilized for various event sizes and functions.

August 27, 2019, Tuesday - Free Water Ski Show with the Twin Cities River Rats!

Time: Pre-show begins at 6:30pm, main show starts at 7pm. 

Location: 1758 West River Road N between the Broadway and Plymouth Avenue Bridges (www.tcriverrats.com/location) 

The Twin Cities River Rats present Ratty Wonka and the Chocolate Factory!

Join the River Rats as they travel through Mr. Wonka’s Chocolate Factory! The nationally ranked Twin Cities River Rats Water Ski Show Team puts on an exciting blend of water skiing, acrobatics and high speed thrills! Join Mr. Wonka, Charlie Bucket, the Oompa Loompas and the lucky golden ticket winners as they take on the adventures of the factory.

Will their high flying jumps, careful balancing acts and barefoot tricks be enough to win the chocolate factory? Join us for a free family show to find out! 

Street parking only along West River Road (arrive early for easier parking). Bring a blanket or a lawn chair. Concessions are available.

August 27, 2019, Tuesday - US Bank Presents: Free Mobile Eats & Treats at US Bank Plaza

Time: 11a - 2pm

Location: U.S. Bank Plaza, 200 S 6th Street

U.S. Bank Presents: Free Mobile Eats & Treats

To showcase the new U.S. Bank mobile app, a mobile food truck will be touring the Twin Cities this August. Stop by for a free taste of local food favorites and a chance to test drive our new mobile app.

August 27, 2019, Tuesday - The Common Ground Company at Father Hennepin Park

Time: 7 PM – 8:30 PM

Location: Father Hennepin Park, 420 Main St SE

The Common Ground Company at Father Hennepin Park

The Common Ground Company is a genre melding string band. Over the years, their sound has evolved, combining elements of rock, jazz, country, and soul with their bluegrass instruments. Their large catalog of originals and covers showcases their expansive and captivating sound. Its newgrass, with a little bit of party.

Hosted by Minneapolis Music and Movies in the Parks and The Common Ground Company

August 27, 2019, Tuesday - Water Lilies by Monet - The Magic of Water and Light at St. Anthony Main Theatre

Time: 7 PM – 8:30 PM

Location: St. Anthony Main Theatre, 115 SE Main Street

Water Lilies by Monet - The Magic of Water and Light

Voyage through the masterpieces and obsessions of the genius and founder of Impressionism, Claude Monet. An art-world disruptor at the turn of the 20th century whose obsession with capturing light and water broke all convention, Monet revolutionized Modern Art with his timeless masterpieces.

An in-depth, exclusive tour led by Monet scholars of the museums that house the largest collections of the prolific artist's lilies paintings including the Musée Marmottan Monet, the Orsay Museum, the world-famous panels at L'Orangerie and concluding with Monet's own house and gardens at Giverny, the site where his fascination for water lilies was born.

Hosted by MSP Film Society

August 27, 2019, Tuesday - HYPNO YOGA for Intuition at A-Mill Artist Lofts

Time: 7p -9p

Location: A-Mill Artist Lofts, 315 SE Main Street

HYPNO YOGA for Intuition

Hypno Yoga is a combination of vinyasa style yoga flow and deep meditation hypnosis tapping into your intuition. Set and intention to connect with your higher self. We begin with an invigorating 45 minute flow release and detox. After our flow, we'll end with a guided hypnosis to help you tap into your subconscious and allow your mind to reach new realms. All levels welcome!

This is a donation based class will take place in the Performance hall at the A-Mill Artist Lofts! ($20 suggested donation) Please bring pen and paper!

August 26, 2019, Monday - Movie Night at Target Field Station

Free Outdoor Movie: Spaceballs

Enjoy outdoor movie nights at Target Field Station. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, find a spot on the green grass outside the Twins’ ballpark and enjoy an evening watching a movie under the stars and the downtown skyline. This programming is part of Go Outside with Hennepin County , is a free event and open to the public.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket, find a spot on the green grass outside the Twins’ ballpark, and enjoy an evening watching a movie under the stars and the downtown skyline.

Spaceballs (1987)
A rogue star pilot and his trusty sidekick must come to the rescue of a Princess and save the galaxy from a ruthless race of beings known as Spaceballs. Starring Mel Brooks, John Candy, and Rick Moranis.

August 26, 2019, Monday - Monday Mile at Target Field

Time: 12p - 1p

Monday Mile at Target Field

The Minnesota Twins and Mayo Clinic Sports Medicine have teamed up to promote health and wellness during the Twins 2019 regular season. The Mayo Clinic Monday Miles walking program provides the opportunity for downtown working professionals to take advantage of the lunchtime sunshine and walk the warning track at Target Field. Mayo Clinic Monday Miles will take place ten times throughout the summer. Participants should enter through Gate 29 to check in and begin their walk. Following each event, participants are encouraged to walk to Mayo Clinic Sports Medicine (skyway level of Mayo Clinic Square) for some ‘enter to win’ opportunities and to hear more about the services offered at that location.

*Sign up is required through the eventbrite link above.

In the event of inclement weather, participants will be notified of cancellation via email at least 2 hours prior to walk start time.

August 26, 2019, Monday - Salsa Class plus Social at CONGA

Time: See schedule below

Location: Conga Latin Bistro, 501 Hennepin Ave E

Salsa Class plus Social at CONGA

We will have a 90 min SALSA CLASS plus a FREE SOCIAL DANCE at CONGA LATIN BISTRO!!! $15 CASH or Paypal only. All Levels Welcome.

7:30-8pm BEGINNER SALSA
8:00-9:00pm SALSA MIXED LEVEL/INTERMEDIATE
9:15pm-11:15pm SALSA and BACHATA SOCIAL Dance!

New Dancers (as well as Experienced dancers) can join early for the Beginner Refresh (20min) at 7:30 to get up to speed on the Salsa foundations/or review basics BEFORE the 8:00-9:00 Intermediate Class.

$15 CASH only (or check) for 90min Class. I also accept PayPal prior to the event. Message me for details.
You can purchase a 10 pack of group classes for $130. Good for use at any of the weekday Salsa or Bachata classes hosted by Keri Simonson Dance.

Conga Latin Bistro has AMAZING FOOD and DRINKS! Please come early/stay late to enjoy!

August 26, 2019, Monday - Slow Roll The Mississippi!

Time: 5:30p - 8:30p

Location: UROC University of Minnesota Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center, 2001 Plymouth Ave N

Slow Roll The Mississippi!

We will continue 2019 Slow Roll Season from as we explore the routes along the Mississippi from UROC to the U of M to North Mississippi Regional and explore the Parks ad neighborhoods in between. come and experience Dj So Supreme setting the rhythm, enjoy beautifully prepared food from Zamaya Delicious and a tour of the beautiful Northside. This ride is for everyone!

First-timers are welcome and if the only reason you are not coming is a BIKE - SEND US A MESSAGE - WE GOT YOU! Text "Bike Please" to 612 875 7803.

- Meet us at 5:30pm for meet & greet registration and bike tune-ups

- At 6:30pm we'll leave UROC to explore the opportunities on the River and North.

- We return by 8:30 pm to enjoy the music, the food and the afterglow of a beautiful ride in our community with friends and family.

Slow Roll is a group bicycle ride that meets every Monday night (with some limited exceptions and special events) in the Twin Cities, It is part of a national network of community rides that started in Detroit. Each week we meet at different venues and take a unique route through the city, including all the major and minor neighborhoods that we are so proud of but may be underrepresented in the cycling conversation or the home of historically oppressed communities.

SLOW ROLL IS FOR EVERYONE! COME RIDE WITH US!

August 26, 2019, Monday - Music in the Park Series at Nicollet Island

Time: 7:00pm

Location: Nicollet Island Park

Tonights entertainment: (See website to verify any programming changes.)

What to bring: Blanket or chair, sunblock and bugspray, picnic basket.

Music & Movies in The Parks is produced by the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board. Enjoy more than 250 FREE concerts and movies in Minneapolis parks this summer!

August 25, 2019, Sunday - Open Streets Franklin

Time: 11 AM - 5 PM

Location: Franklin Ave E from Portland Ave to 27th Ave S

Open Streets Franklin

Back again for 2019, Minneapolis residents will have the opportunity to explore their neighborhood street at Open Streets Franklin!

Open Streets Franklin is a free event bringing together artists, community groups and local businesses to temporarily close part of Franklin Ave to car traffic, opening it up for people walking, biking, rolling, and playing.

More than a street festival, Open Streets Franklin brings together local businesses, families, and neighbors to bike, walk, socialize, play, enjoy art and live performances, and shop in their communities in a car-free environment.

Visit www.openstreetsmpls.org for more information, to volunteer, or to sign up for a spot on the street. Open Streets Minneapolis is a City of Minneapolis event, hosted by Our Streets Minneapolis.
Event cover image by Will Elsas.

August 25, 2019, Sunday - Beer Run - Surly Brewing Co - Part of the 2019 MN Brewery Running Series

Time: 10 AM – 1 PM

Location: Surly Brewing Co, 520 Malcolm Ave SE

Beer Run - Surly Brewing Co

We are the Minnesota Brewery Running Series and we run for beer!

Join us at Surly Brewing Co on Sunday, Aug 25 @ 10AM for a 5k-ish course that starts and ends at this awesome brewery! Weave through the surrounding area at whatever pace you like, no matter what there’s a beer waiting for you at the finish line!

We are all about being active, having fun and giving back to our local community. +10% of your registration dollars goes directly to local non-profits!

What’s included?! All participants receive a FREE craft brew from the brewery and get to take home a collectors pint glass or seasonal swag item from the Brewery Running Series...plus swag, goodies and giveaways from our partners and sponsors + chance to win sweet door prizes and more free beer! Your registration also earns you an invitation to stick around and enjoy the day’s entertainment: live music, food offerings, local vendors, and fun with our sponsors.

August 25, 2019, Sunday - Barre to Bar with Pure Barre Twin Cities at Gold Medal Park

Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Location: Gold Medal Park

Barre to Bar with Pure Barre Twin Cities

Let's celebrate crushing our Summer Challenge attendance goals with a free pop up class hosted by Pure Barre North Loop, Pure Barre St. Louis Park + Pure Barre St. Paul.

The fun will start at Gold Medal Park on Sunday, August 25th for a pop up class followed by drinks at Day Block Brewing Company (first drink will be compliments of Pure Barre*). This mix of Empower + Classic will begin at 10:30am.

Bring a mat + a friend + water and meet us at Gold Medal Park!

*complimentary drinks for current members who completed our June Summer Strong challenge, but this event is open to EVERYONE!

August 25, 2019, Sunday - Pollination Festival at Kierans Kitchen Northeast at FOOD BUILDING

Time: 12 noon – 6 pm

Location: Kierans Kitchen Northeast at FOOD BUILDING, 1401 Marshall St. NE

Pollinator Friendly Alliance presents: Pollination Festival

Rock out with our friends the bees with a beer in hand and the best bands under an August sky. Bees, pollinator characters, craft beer, food by Kierans Kitchen NE, art and science interactives, games, Minnesota Pollinator Hero awards and more. Minnesota's best pollinator advocates and garden experts will be there to answer your toughest questions. A festival full of buzmentation of ideas, temptations and entertainment. Food for thought. Register early for a chance to win amazingly cool prizes. Donations accepted. Rain or shine. All are welcome. Free.

August 24, 2019, Saturday - Free Yoga in Gold Medal Park

Time: 9:00am - 10:00am

Location: Gold Medal Park

Friends of the Mill District welcomes you to Mill City Yoga in Gold Medal Park. We meet Saturdays thru August 31.

Each session will begin at 9 a.m. and end before 10. Grab your mat (or a towel), bring a neighbor and meet us by the orange sculpture. The sessions are free of charge and sponsored by the Friends of the Mill District charity. Come salute the sun and enjoy the beauty of our neighborhood with your friends and neighbors. Questions and comments can be sent to cjkittock@gmail.com.

August 24, 2018, Saturday - Community Garden Day Hosted by St. Anthony East Neighborhood Association

Time:  2 PM – 4 PM

Location: Summer St. Garden, 1037 Central Ave NE

Community Garden Day 

Explore the Gardens of St. Anthony East! Join SAENA as we celebrate our new rain garden and Summer St. Garden! Play Garden Bingo to discover tips to help your own yard and garden.

August 24, 2019, Saturday - Mill City Farmers Market

Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm

Location: Chicago Mall and 2nd Street S (next to Guthrie Theater)

Mill City Farmers Market

August 24, 2019, Saturday - Historic Main Street Walking Tour

Time:  10:30pm - Noon

Location: A-Mill Artist Lofts, 315 Main St SE

Historic Main Street Walking Tour

Stroll through Minneapolis' oldest neighborhood on a guided tour and learn about the rich diversity of the 1850s town of St. Anthony and the immense changes along Main Street throughout the years. Founded in 1848, a few years before Minneapolis, St. Anthony has been a crossroads for many diverse peoples, including Dakota, Ojibwe, Yankees, German and Irish immigrants, métis, free blacks, and Southern tourists accompanied by enslaved people.

Tour landmarks include the 1855 Upton Block, 1858 Martin and Morrison Building, Our Lady of Lourdes Church, the Pillsbury A Mill, and the Chalybeate Mineral Springs.

This tour begins and ends at the gray door on Third Avenue SE at Main Street (around the corner from the A-Mill Artist Lofts' main entrance at 315 Main Street SE). It includes about one mile of moderately paced walking on uneven surfaces.

Additional date: September 21

August 24, 2019, Saturday - Vikings vs. Arizona Cardinals at US Bank Stadium

Time: Noon

Location: US Bank Stadium

Vikings