August 17, 2019, Saturday - Greatest Preservation Project: Public Waterfront Bus Tour

Time: 10 am – 12 noon

Location: Parade Parking Lot, 400 Kenwood Parkway

Preserve Minneapolis presents: Greatest Preservation Project: Public Waterfront Bus Tour

Minneapolis is the City of Lakes, Creeks, Ponds and one mighty river. Almost all waterfront in Minneapolis is public land (or soon will be). It is a remarkable story of the preservation for public use of the city’s most distinguishing natural features. How did it happen? This tour will investigate as much waterfront as can be squeezed into two hours on a comfy bus, with a couple stops. The tour will begin near the first body of water acquired by the Board of Park Commissioners when it was created in 1883, Loring Pond, and then include the Chain of Lakes, Minnehaha Falls, a section of the West River Parkway before returning to the starting point via one of the smaller water acquisitions in south Minneapolis, Powderhorn Lake.

The tour guide is David Smith, who is the author of a history of the Minneapolis park system, City of Parks: The Story of Minneapolis Parks, as well as historical profiles of individual Minneapolis parks for the website of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, minneapolisparks.org. Dave also writes about parks at his own website, minneapolisparkhistory.com. He is still writing a history of Minnehaha Falls, a biography of landscape architect H.W.S. Cleveland and a collection of stories about little-known Minneapolitans. $12. 

August 17, 2019, Saturday - Mill City Farmers Market

Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm

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

Today at Mill City Farmers Market:

August 17, 2019, Saturday - Theater of Public Policy - History! at St. Anthony Falls Visitor Center

Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm (Doors open at 6:30pm; program begins at 7pm)

Location: St. Anthony Falls Visitor Center, 1 Portland Ave.

Theater of Public Policy - History!

Issues and stories of the Mississippi River come to life through engaging conversations and improvisation on three nights with the Theater of Public Policy. The Theater of Public Policy advances the understanding of complex ideas and issues by unpacking them through smart conversation and improvisational comedy.

On August 17, enjoy a program with expert guest John Anfinson, superintendent at Mississippi National River and Recreation Area. 

Note: Remaining tickets require attendees to bring their own chair for seating.

This series is hosted by the Mississippi Watershed Organization, Mississippi Park Connection, Mill City Museum, and the National Park Service at St. Anthony Falls Visitor Center. This series is made possible in part by the St. Anthony Falls Heritage Board with sponsorship in part by Pryes Brewing.

August 17, 2019, Saturday - Resonance in Dissonant Times Opening Reception at Form+Content Gallery

Time: 6 PM – 8 PM

Location: Form+Content Gallery, 210 Second Street N

Resonance in Dissonant Times

On exhibit: August 8 – September 14

Form + Content is pleased to announce an upcoming collaboration between photographer Ellie Kingsbury and Gadu, a butoh performer and Qigong master. Ellie had taken 1500 photos of Gadu during a special Doushin Butoh practice. On the gallery wall she will feature a portion of these images, while the full number will be projected onto Gadu during a special performance at the reception. The shot runs from August 8 - September 14, with a reception on August 17th. Donations for Gadu's performance will be accepted, with proceeds going the Children of Fukushima.

August 16, 2019, Friday - DRIVE Roundtable: Pollen Midwest: A Change For The Better at The Local

Time: 7:30 AM – 9 AM

Location: The Local (10th Street & Nicollet Mall) 

DRIVE Roundtable: Pollen Midwest: A Change For The Better

Pollen Midwest is a unique media arts organization that encourages and inspires connection between individuals through creative storytelling. They create unique spaces for safe conversations that inspire their hive of “Pollenites” to make change. For ten years, Mónica Nadal has helped shape this unique organization and curated an extensive network of artistic talent. She’ll tell her story of working inside the hive at the next DRIVE Roundtable.

August 16, 2019, Friday - Lit Voices featuring Sha Cage & E.G. Bailey at Hennepin Theatre Trust

Time: 7:30p - 9p

Location: Hennepin Theatre Trust, 900 Hennepin Ave

Lit Voices featuring Sha Cage & E.G. Bailey

Lit Voices is a monthly series designed to honor and acknowledge community contributions of hometown poets, spoken word and rap artists. This free event will take place in the Jack Link’s Legend Lounge at 900 Hennepin each month and will be emceed by international poet, co-founder and frontman for Edupoetic Enterbrainment, Tiyo Siyolo.

Each event will include a DJ – the four DJs who will rotate through each event are DJ Snuggles, Dot La Roc, Huh? What?? and Anthony Smoke D.

DJ Smoke D on the 1's & 2's!
Enjoy smooth Jazz w/ Walter Chancellor Jr's Music Group 6-7 p.m.!
Pimento Jamaican Kitchen will be selling authentic Jamaican food
True Headz Clothing will be in the building too!

E.G. Bailey and Shá Cage, respectively from Liberia and Mississippi, represent the diasporic legacy of the mother continent of Africa and the American South. Theirs is a performance collaboration blending and bending words, layered voices, and cacophonous rhythms reminiscent of Sekou Sundiata mixed with Tracie Morris.

Bailey and Cage are each nationally recognized spoken word performance artists, and founders of countless collectives, organizations, radio shows, and have traveled widely to areas such as England, Mali, South Africa, Bosnia, Canada, France, Japan, and more performing their work that largely centers around topics of identity, freedom, cultural celebration, and home. To witness their performance is to observe a refreshing spin on the art form of rhythmic performance poetry — Bailey’s smooth effortless delivery marrying seamlessly with Cages fiery and often explosive style. They are both recipients of Regional Emmy Awards and Ivey Awards, were named Power Couple of the Year by MSP Magazine and hold several career fellowships. They are proud parents of two lively boys who enjoy basketball drawing and dancing.

Ms. Lutunji is the CEO and founder of Voices of Effective Change, Inc. and will host the Lit Voices series through August 2019. Voices of Effective Change, Inc. is a community advocacy and public relations company with the mission to send the effective voice to the masses, stand with young parents and their parents using the tools of personal empowerment and community development.

August 16, 2019, Friday - Minneapolis Ghost Walk at Mill Ruins Park

Time: 7:30pm

Location: Mill Ruins Park, 102 Portland Ave S 

Minneapolis Ghost Walk at Mill Ruins Park

Join us to learn legends, ghost stories, mysteries, and more of downtown Minneapolis - hear real history, real experiences, and learn the truth behind the folklore.

While there's nothing too gruesome or inappropriate for children, there's no rent-a-ghouls jumping out at you, these are real stories through exhaustive research and interviews. Some kids like historical stories and some kids don't.

The walk is a breezy mile and a half over 90-120 minutes depending on the group. If you are in a wheelchair, please let us know in advance and we can adjust the route accordingly so you can join us!

August 16, 2019, Friday - Bloq Party: Malamanya in Concert at The Marq

Time: 4p - 7p

Location: 250 S Marquette Avenue

Bloq Party: Malamanya in Concert at The Marq

As part of the Downtown Street Art Festival, come enjoy a free concert featuring local favorites Malamanya at The Parq at the Marq!

Grab your friends, family, or coworkers and come enjoy a free afternoon concert on the great lawn at the Parq at the Marq (between 3rd and Washington) featuring local vintage-afro band Malamanya. Bring Your Own Blanket as winners of the Downtown Minneapolis Street Show competition kick off the concert at 4pm!

Details:
- Malamanya will take over at 4:45pm and play until 7pm with a short intermission.
- Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase from Elevate Food Hall onsite.
- Please bring your own blankets to relax and enjoy the music on the lawn!
- The concert is free and family friendly and there will also be lawn games for everyone to enjoy!

Malamanya:
Malamanya is a United States based band comprised of musicians who share a mutual respect and enthusiasm for traditional rhythms and melodies from the Caribbean and Latin America. Their onstage energy and compositions reflect the communal, complex, and celebratory spirit prevalent in these musical genres.

Downtown Street Art Festival:
This concert is part of the first annual Downtown Minneapolis Street Art Festival - the new signature downtown art experience for residents and visitors that celebrates street art in all its forms. Join us for an inclusive, vibrant and unforgettable experience in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. Check out their website (http://mplsstreetartfest.com) for more information and other events happening during the festival.

August 15, 2019, Thursday - State Fair Preview Party at Star Tribune Headquarters

Time: 11:30am - 1pm (while supplies last) 

Location: Star Tribune, 650 3rd Avenue S (In the public atrium between the Star Tribune Building and Capella Tower, at the corner of 3rd Avenue S. and S. 6th Street.)

State Fair Preview Party

It’s time to get ready for the 2019 Minnesota State Fair! Join us for a preview party at Star Tribune headquarters — aka #StribHQ — in downtown Minneapolis. Special thanks to our sponsor Fresh Thyme!

You can enjoy complimentary samples of new and classic fair foods from vendors including BRIM, Thelma's, Minnesota Farmers Union, Bridgeman's, The Blue Barn, and Giggles' Campfire Grill.

As a bonus, you get a sneak peek at the Star Tribune’s exclusive 2019 State Fair merchandise!

Price: Free with nonperishable food donation for Second Harvest Heartland.

August 15, 2019, Thursday - Sound for Silents 2019: Film + Music on the Walker Hillside

Time: 7:00 pm DJ and Food Trucks, 8:30 pm Screening and Performance

Location: Wurtele Upper Garden

Sound for Silents 2019: Film + Music on the Walker Hillside

Join us at sunset on the hillside for an electrifying evening of live music paired with silent films from the Walker’s Ruben/Bentson Moving Image Collection. Celebrating its third year, Sound for Silents features a newly commissioned score from Twin Cities–based funk, soul, and hip-hop collective Astralblak.

Food trucks and vendors will be on hand with a variety of tempting options beginning at 7 pm, including Foxy Falafel, Fro-Yo-Soul, Pimento Jamaican Kitchen, and Esker Grove. Tunes from DJs Sanni Brown and Sean McPherson of 89.3 The Current add to the mix for the perfect summer night out.

About the Program

For this Walker-commissioned program, Astralblak’s five musicians/producers selected experimental shorts by moving image artists Maya Deren, Sondra Perry, and Amir George. Astralblak will perform their new musical score onstage to accompany the films, creating an expressive visual and sonic experience.

Films

Black/Cloud
A manipulation of a performance in which two black bodies appear and vanish in hazy images of light and shadow. Directed by Sondra Perry. 2010, 25 min. Courtesy Electronic Arts Intermix (EAI), New York.

Shades of Shadow
Created solely with found footage, a metaphysical collage of psychedelic live action/animation delves into spiritual mysticism and ritual. Directed by Amir George. 2015, video, 6 min. Courtesy the artist. Note: contains brief nudity.

Double Quadruple Etcetera Etcetera I & II
Perry uses Photoshop’s content aware function in her digital animation of a white room attempting to absorb the presence of frenetic dancing bodies. Directed by Sondra Perry. 2013, video, 10 min. Courtesy Electronic Arts Intermix (EAI), New York.

Meditation on Violence
This balletic film by a pioneer of the American avant-garde features a Chinese boxer in a ritualistic dance, mirrored by the camera. Directed by Maya Deren. 1948, 16mm transferred to digital, 12 min. Ruben/Bentson Moving Image Collection.

Black Girl as a Landscape
Using an abstraction of performer Dionne Lee’s body, the film investigates black femininity as well as larger visual and environmental ecologies. Directed by Sondra Perry. 2010, video, 10 min. Courtesy Electronic Arts Intermix (EAI), New York.

August 15, 2019, Thursday - Downtown Mpls Street Art Festival (3 days)

Time: 12 PM – 11 PM

Location: Downtown Minneapolis 

Downtown Mpls Street Art Festival

Mpls Downtown Improvement District and Hennepin Theatre Trust are pleased to present the first annual Downtown Minneapolis Street Art Festival. This new signature downtown art experience for residents and visitors celebrates street art in all its forms, including chalk art, vertical mural work, and 3D anamorphic art; street performance, music, spoken word, and dance; and handmade craft by local artisans. Join us for an inclusive, vibrant, and unforgettable experience in the heart of downtown Minneapolis.

August 15, 2019, Thursday - 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 15, 2019, Thursday - Meals on Heels Event at Nicollet Island Pavilion

Time: 6 – 9 pm

Location: Nicollet Island Pavilion, 40 Power Street

Meals on Heels Event

Meals on Heels, the big summer party to support Meals On Wheels, returns to Nicollet Island Pavilion Aug. 15!

Get ready for an evening of gourmet bites from the top local restaurants, amazing raffle prizes, and hosted wine and beer during the first half of the event for our 21+ attendees. Our host, I AM | Sarah Edwards, will be there to judge your favorite footwear. Be sure to wear your best footwear to compete in our Swank Soles Competition for best men’s, women’s or group shoes.

Tickets are now on sale, get them before May 31st to save $10! Buy your tickets at mealsonheelsevent.org.

August 15, 2019, Thursday - Second Annual MSP Iranian Film Festival (4 days)

Second Annual MSP Iranian Film Festival

MSP Film Society presents the second annual MSP Iranian Film Festival August 15-18, 2019 at the Film Society’s Screen 3 at St. Anthony Main Theatre. The Festival showcases acclaimed and award-winning new Iranian cinema, and presents a variety of themes, genres, and perspectives of contemporary Iran.

Join MSP Film Society on Sunday, August 18 after the films for a reception to celebrate the Closing of the MSP Iranian Film Festival and the Opening of Twin Cities Iranian Culture Week. The reception runs 7-8:30pm at Artspace Jackson Flats.

August 15, 2019, Thursday - Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Neighborhood Bike Tour with Mill City Museum

Time: 6 – 8 pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd Street

Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Neighborhood Bike Tour

Go on a guided bicycle tour of the historic Minneapolis riverfront. Learn about St. Anthony Falls, the only waterfall on the Mississippi, and its surroundings, known as Owamni Yomni in Dakota. Explore the historic St. Anthony district, see beautiful residential architecture on Nicollet Island, uncover the history of the sawmilling industry at Boom Island Park, and pedal through the Warehouse District.

This tour covers 5 miles and goes at a leisurely pace. It is suitable for novice bike riders, ages 12 and up. Those without a bike can rent one at a nearby Nice Ride station. Tours begin on the Chicago Mall side of the museum between the Guthrie and Mill City Museum.

August 14, 2019, Wednesday - Nicollet Makers Market

Time: 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Location: Nicollet Makers Market, 651 Nicollet Ave

Nicollet Makers Market

We are an outdoor shopping event featuring local artisans in downtown Minneapolis. Meet your makers and buy handmade on the new Nicollet! Visit our website for more information www.nicolletmakersmarket.com

August 14, 2019, Wednesday - Pure Barre x The Commons

Time: 6pm

Location: The Commons

Pure Barre x The Commons

Experience the very best of Pure Barre in a fusion pop up class at The Commons, Minneapolis. This incredible location, with a view of U.S. Bank Stadium, will be the perfect backdrop to a fusion of our Classic + Empower classes. This low impact, high intensity workout will challenge you through a combination of strength elements and cardio sprints, elevating your heart rate and inducing the shake.

All fitness levels are welcome. Class is FREE and begins at 6pm. Bring a yoga mat (or towel) and a water bottle.

We will have FOUR classes we are hosting at The Commons this summer. Mark your calendar for our pop ups on June 12, July 10, Aug 14 & Sep 11. All classes will run from 6-7pm.

August 14, 2019, Wednesday - Luminous Current — Art Unveiling and Community Reception at Guthrie

Time: 7p -9p

Location: Guthrie Theater

Luminous Current — Art Unveiling and Community Reception

In 2018, the Guthrie received an Arts Access grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board that allowed us to further our collaboration with Juxtaposition Arts — the teen-staffed creative development agency in North Minneapolis — and develop a work of art for the Guthrie's Pohlad Lobby.

We invite you to join us for the unveiling of Luminous Current, a stunning light-based art installation on Level Nine.

This free community event will include the following:
• Pop-up boutique of artwork by Juxtaposition Arts
• Video presentation about the making of Luminous Current
• Facilitated Q&A session with the artists

All are welcome, and we hope you see you there!

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LUMINOUS CURRENT (2019) was created by Juxtaposition Arts and designed by D’Angelo Raymond and Temesgen Besha.

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Juxtaposition Arts develops community by engaging and employing young urban artists in hands-on education initiatives that create pathways to self-sufficiency while actualizing creative power. http://juxtapositionarts.org/

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Thanks to our sponsor: This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

August 14, 2019, Wednesday - Mill City Live at Mill City Museum

Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd Street

Mill City Live: Charanga Tropical

On Aug. 14, enjoy music from Charanga Tropical. Charanga Tropical performs as a "charanga," an instrumentation that combines violins, flute, vocals, and full Latin rhythm section that dates back to the roots of Cuban music. Charanga’s specialty is danzón, a style that was greatly influenced by French refugees who came to Cuba in the early 19th century. As the cultures merged, danzón came into being in the late 1800s and became very popular in Cuba.

Danzón mixes the serious sophistication of classical music with the syncopation of Cuban rhythms. It is a complex sound, rich in harmony, fantastic for listening and superb for dancing. In 2015, the Minneapolis-based Latin band became the first American group ever to be invited to perform at Cuba's International Danzón Festival.

Food and drink will be available for purchase from D'Amico. Tickets include admission to the museum from 4 to 9 pm.

Mill City Live is made possible by presenting sponsor, General Mills, and media partner, City Pages.

Future Mill City Live dates:

Jaedyn James & The Hunger - August 21

Willie Wisely - August 28

KLE August 14, 2019, Wednesday - Mill City Live at Mill City Museum

August 13, 2019, Tuesday - Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam Public Meeting at Mill City Museum

Time: 6:00-8:00pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 S. 2nd Street

Public Meeting: Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock Disposition Study

The St. Paul District Corps of Engineers is planning to conduct public meetings for the Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam Disposition study in August 2019.

- The first public meeting will be on Tuesday, August 13th, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Mill City Museum, 704 S. 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN.

- The second public meeting will be on Monday, August 19th, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Michael Dowling school, 3900 W. River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN.

Disposition studies examine the benefits and costs of continuing to operate Federal projects which are no longer serving their authorized purposes. The navigation operations at Upper St. Anthony falls lock and dam ceased on 9 June 2015 by order of Section 2010 of the Water Resources Reform and Redevelopment Act of 2014. Since that time, the lock has been operated only for flood mitigation and visitor tours.

The Upper St. Anthony Falls Disposition study will look at three main alternatives: 1) No action, continue operating it as it is presently, 2) deauthorize all remaining Federal purposes, and dispose of the Federal property, and 3) retain those features of the project required to continue Corps operations for flood mitigation while deauthorizing and disposing of other features of the project. Only the U.S. Congress can deauthorize the purposes of the Federal project.

The Corps will also be seeking public input on a) maintaining or improving the human environment at Upper St. Anthony Falls, b) maintaining or improving the natural environment at Upper St. Anthony Falls, and c) maintaining or improving recreational opportunities at Upper St. Anthony Falls.

An official notice regarding these meetings and compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act will be posted in the Federal Register and a further public notice will be issued in late July, 2019.

The public meetings and written comments help to define the scope of an Environmental Assessment and guide the scope of the disposition study. A draft disposition study report for Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam will be available in spring 2020. A separate study for Lower St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam and Lock and Dam 1 will start in approximately December 2020, and a separate series of public meetings will be planned in early 2021.

For more information on the studies, please visit their website at:https://www.mvp.usace.army.mil/MplsLocksDisposition/