July 13, 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: Mississippi River Day!

This Saturday is our annual Mississippi River Day--a day we celebrate the beautiful, historic and agriculturally significant river right outside our doors. Join experts on the river's ecology and over 60 local farmers, food makers and artisans to celebrate the Mighty Mississippi!

PRODUCE PLANNER 

Our farmers will let us know soon.

MARKET YOGA

9 to 10 & 10:15 to 11 a.m. – As part of the Market’s mission to grow a healthier community, we’ve partnered with local neighborhood yoga studios to offer free outdoor yoga classes! Before or after you shop the Market, join talented instructors from Alchemy 365 for an hour of all-level flow followed by a restorative yin yoga class with The Gem Life focused on the spiritual power of water. Both classes in the lawn overlooking the Mighty Mississippi and Stone Arch Bridge! Learn more

MILL CITY COOKS

10 to 10:15 a.m. – Learn fundamental cooking skills, including selection, prep and storage for seasonal farmers market vegetables and more in the train shed patio.

10:30 to 11 a.m. – Join us for our chef-led cooking class offered every Saturday in the train shed patio, inspiring you to make your #WeeklyMarketMeal. This Saturday, market chef Nettie Colón will be making a seasonal dish using ingredients from the market. Samples and recipe cards are available at each demo—or check out our recipe archive!

NEW in 2019—Attend 8 or more of our Mill City Cooks classes and receive a Market Chef diploma certificate and exclusive kitchen swag! Learn more

LIVE MUSIC

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Douala Soul Collective will be spinning funk and world records in the green music tent by the Guthrie stairs.

MINI FARM

The Minnesota Historical Society’s Oliver H. Kelley Farm joins us on the second Saturday of each month to show us what life was like on an 1860’s Minnesota farm. Meet heritage-breed sheep and chickens and chat with Kelley Farm staff on the top of the Chicago Mall, near Spoonriver restaurant.

POWER OF PRODUCE

Power of Produce “PoP“ veggie tasting club is at the information booth every week! Kids ages 3-12 can earn a $2 token to spend on fruits and veggies by tasting a local, seasonal vegetable, as a way to empower kids to make healthy eating decisions. Learn more.

VENDOR MAP

Click here to view our interactive vendor map, and see who’s in this week.

BREAKFAST & LUNCH

Black Cat – classic breakfast and barbecue

Chef Shack – tacos, burgers, brats and more

Gohan – market-inspired sushi

Gorkha Palace – Indian and Nepali dumplings and curries

Northern Fires Pizza – seasonal farm-to-table pizzas

Solomon’s Bakery – sweet treats and bread

ART MARKET

Shop for handmade jewelry, ceramics and other artisan goods in our weekly rotating art market, located in the train shed near the entrance to the Museum. This week we are featuring:

Radiate Activewear

Christy Wetzig

Aprilierre

Onkkafirte

COMMUNITY BOOTHS

Friends of the Mississippi River

Mississippi Park Connection

The Water Main

U of M Raptor Center

July 13, 2019, Saturday - Mill Ruins Park Volunteer Demonstration Prairie Maintenance

A National Park River Site, Native Plants, and You! 

Looking for something fun and rewarding to do on a Saturday morning? Consider joining a group of volunteers to maintain a demonstration prairie at Mill Ruins Park. This native prairie attracts many bees, butterflies, and birds while improving the Mississippi River shoreline habitat.

The crew will meet at the St. Anthony Falls Visitor Center on the following Saturday mornings from 9am-noon:

July 13 & 20, August 17 & 31, September 14 & 21, and October 5 & 12

Led by a trained National Park Service (NPS) volunteer, this crew is also sponsored by the Mississippi Park Connection and the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. All tools, such as gloves, are provided.

To sign up for crew projects and for more information: Contact Andrew at amarotz@parkconnection.org

Come every time or just when you can!

July 13, 2019, Saturday - Old Minneapolis Walking Tour with Preserve Minneapolis

Time: 10:00am – 11:30am

Location: Meet Minneapolis Visitor Center, 505 Nicollet Mall

Old Minneapolis Walking Tour with Preserve Minneapolis 

The Old Minneapolis Walking Tour is co-sponsored by Preserve Minneapolis and Meet Minneapolis, with research supported by the Minnesota Historical Society. The tour will walk down Nicollet Mall from 5th Street to the river, then down river to St. Anthony Falls, the Stone Arch Bridge and the Mill City Museum.

The tour will explore the history of and the contrast between the old buildings along Nicollet and Bridge Square as well as focus on the development of the river since 1855. The tour will end at the Mill City Museum where guests will have their choice of viewing the museum or receiving a pass for another day. In addition to the Mill City Museum, guests will be able to take in the Mill City Farmers Market, held under the train shed of the Museum and the Chicago Plaza, next to the Guthrie Theater.

Please note that this tour ends at the Mill City Farmers Market, which is 1 mile from the starting location. Tour participants should plan on making their return trip on foot or by taking the METRO Blue/Green Line (ticket not included).

The tour walks 2 miles and is not ADA accessible.

Tour guide Michael Rainville, Sr. is a 5th generation resident of NE Minneapolis. He is a graduate of DeLaSalle High School and St. Thomas and Notre Dame Universities. He has worked for the Minneapolis Convention & Visitors Association for 34 years, watching the city evolve.

July 13, 2019, Saturday - LifeTime Fitness Triathlon

Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm

LifeTime Fitness Triathlon

The CHERRiSH Life Time Tri Minneapolis allows you to "Race the Lakes" and more! The race starts with a swim in the calm, warm waters of Lake Nokomis. Next, racers bike the beautiful roads overlooking the Mississippi River and surrounding Lake Harriet. The event finishes with a run around Nokomis and a finish line that lets right into our amazing post-race festival.

The race features the International Distance, a .93 mile swim, a 24.8 mile bike and a 6.2 mile run; the Sprint Distance features a .47-mile swim, 15-mile bike and 3.1-mile run; and the SuperSprint Distance features a .25-mile swim, 3.92-mile bike and 2.41-mile run.

July 13, 2019, Saturday - Minneapolis Riverfront Walking Tour with the Mill City Museum

Time: 1 – 2:30 pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd Street

Minneapolis Riverfront Walking Tour

Take a guided walking tour of the Minneapolis riverfront and learn about its dramatic past and bright future.

Visit the historic district at St. Anthony Falls, once the milling center of the world and now a growing cultural, recreational, and residential neighborhood. Stop along the Stone Arch Bridge for spectacular views of the falls, view historic buildings surrounding the riverfront and downtown Minneapolis, and learn about the many people who have worked and lived in the area over the years. 

Plus, view photographs showing how the area has changed through time, and learn about the Minneapolis riverfront renaissance of the last 40 years through historic preservation of Mill Ruins Park, Mill City Museum, Milwaukee Road Depot, historic loft condominiums, and new developments, including the Guthrie Theater, MacPhail Center for Music, and riverfront housing.

Tour highlights include:

• the Pillsbury A Mill, a National Historic Landmark
• the Washburn A Mill, a National Historic Landmark
• the Stone Arch Bridge, a National Historic Engineering Landmark
• St. Anthony Falls, the only significant waterfall on the Mississippi River

This tour includes about 1.5 miles of moderately paced walking on uneven surfaces. Please call ahead to make arrangements for guests with limited mobility.

Future dates: August 10, September 14 and 28

July 13, 2019, Saturday - Streets.mn Summer Picnic at Boom Island

Time: 11:30 am – 2 pm

Location: Boom Island Park, 724 Sibley St. NE

Streets.mn Summer Picnic

You’re invited to a fun picnic with friends from streets.mn. Come meet writers, readers and board members and chat about all things streets.mn related. Bring a pot luck dish if you feel compelled. Organizers will provide grilled sausages (veg and meat) and beverages. Kids or pets welcome. (There will NOT be a bouncy castle.).

July 12, 2019, Friday - Hot Dog Daze at The Lab (thru July 27)

Times: See event link below

Location:The Lab Theater, 700 First St. N.

Interact Center for the Performing Arts presents Hot Dog Daze

July 12 - 27

Are you ready for some crazy days of summer?! Mark your calendars for Hot Dog Daze, a look at those nutty 1950's telethons as seen through Interact Theater's own special fun house mirror. Take a trip down memory lane with people whose memories are failing them. Relive those nostalgic days when cool bomb shelters were all the rage. Go ahead and ask it - "Were the good old days really all that good?" 

Hot Dog Daze comes to you courtesy of Interact's 40+ actors with and without disabilities. Hot Dog Daze is directed by James Lekatz and Heather Bunch, original music by award-winning composer Aaron Gabriel, combined with choreography by Kymani Kahlil and the talents of side-splitting Emcees, Brave New Workshop veteran Shanan Custer and Blackout Improv. founding member Kory LaQuess Pullam. After the show, keep it going with drinks at the outdoor beer garden. A Minnesota summer won't last long, so grab some while you can!

July 12, 2019, Friday - Holding On: Unexpected Stories of World War II at MacPhail (2 days)

Time: 7 PM – 10 PM

Location: MacPhail Center for Music, 501 S 2nd St

Holding On: Unexpected Stories of World War II

AN ORIGINAL PRODUCTION BY HERO NOW THEATRE

In partnership with Episcopal Homes, MacPhail Center for Music, and St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists. Conceived and Directed by Joey Clark

Recollections of WWII brought to life again through song, dance, and storytelling, Holding On: Unexpected Stories of WWII takes a look back at the lives of local veterans in a search for wisdom, perspective, and personal truths. Crafted from interviews taken by Hero Now Theatre, Holding On shines a light on the untold and surprising personal stories of the heroes and heroines who lived next door.

Please join us for this uniquely vibrant collaboration, performed by a multi-generational cast, ages 9-92!

July 12, 2019, Friday - Basilica Block Party 2019 (2 days)

Times: See event link below

Location: The Basilica of Saint Mary, Hennepin Avenue & 16th Street N

Basilica Block Party 2019  -  Tickets 

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Cities 97.1 Basilica Block Party on July 12 + 13, 2019!

*Bands and set times subject to change.

Gates open at 5pm each night.  Tickets available at basilicablockparty.org

July 12, 2019, Friday - Bike With a Ranger at The Commons

Times: 1pm - 2:45pm

Location: The Commons, 425 Portland Avenue S

Bike With a Ranger

Come on out and bike with a ranger this summer! This program is a family-friendly way to explore the Mississippi River led by a park ranger. This ride will begin at The Commons in downtown Minneapolis where stops will be made to talk about the history of the river. Bikes and helmets will not be provided on this program.

Space is limited to 20 people. Please register and plan to arrive 15 minutes early in order to start the event on time. Bring your own bike and helmet or rent one from a nearby bike sharing platform.

Please contact the Mississippi River Visitor Center with any questions or concerns on the day of the event: 651-293-0200.

Future dates: August 1 and September 7

July 12, 2019, Friday - International Day of Music at Minnesota Orchestra

Time: 12 PM – 11:59 PM

Location: Minnesota Orchestra, 1111 Nicollet Ave

International Day of Music

A free, family-friendly event featuring musical performances inside Orchestra Hall and on the City of Minneapolis' newly reinvigorated Peavey Plaza.

Outdoor food vendors, food trucks and local craft merchants make this 12-hour festival a perfect way to spend a summer Saturday. Vendors include El Burrito Mercado, Manny's Tortas, Sammy's Avenue Eatery and more.

This year's lineup includes:
Los Alegres Bailadores
Axis Mundi Global Ensemble
Charanga Tropical
Dance Battle – In partnership with Asian Media Access
Duniya Drum and Dance
Michael Hauser
Lady Xok
Malamanya
Mestifonía
Minnesota Orchestra
Maria Isa
Papa Shalita and the Global Music Alliance
Salsa del Soul
Thunder Band
VocalEssence Singers of this Age
Yonathan’s Cultural Show

Programming Partner: The Cedar Cultural Center

July 12, 2019, Friday - Summer Extravaplazas at The Commons

Time: 12 PM – 1 PM

Location: The Commons, Minneapolis, 425 Portland Ave S

Summer Extravaplazas

Enjoy free lunchtime musical performances by MacPhail Center for Music students.

July 12, 2019, Friday - The Film Society of Minneapolis St. Paul presents Lumières Françaises (thru July 18)

Times: See event link for schedule

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

Lumières Françaises July 12 - 18

Now in it’s 4th year, Lumières Françaises is a week-long film festival celebrating the brightest talent in French language cinema presented by MSP Film Society at the St. Anthony Main Theatre. Lumières Françaises presents the latest award-winning francophone films from rebellious comedies to exquisite dramas, and vivid documentaries.

Lumières Françaises introduces an exciting new generation of rising French-language talent on both sides of the camera, from rebellious comedies to exquisite dramas and vivid documentaries. All films presented with English subtitles. 

July 12, 2019, Friday - Mill City Summer Opera opens at Mill City Museum (thru July 24)

PERFORMANCE DATES AND TIMES 

Cosi fan tutte 

By Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Directed by Crystal Manich

Music direction by Brian DeMaris

Mill City Museum Courtyard Ruins, 704 S Second Street

Box Office:  612-875-5544 or  millcitysummeropera.org.

• Friday, July 12, Opening Night – pre-party at 6 pm, performance at 7:30 pm, with after-party
• Sunday, July 14 at 7:30pm
• Tuesday, July 16 at 7:30pm
• Wednesday, July 17 at 10am – Young Audience (special 1-hour program)
• Thursday, July 18 at 7:30pm
• Saturday, July 20 at 7:30pm
• Monday, July 22 at 7:30pm
• Wednesday, July 24 at 7:30pm

Tickets are currently on sale for both productions. Così fan tutte Opening Night tickets, which include a gala pre-show reception and an after-party with the cast, are $200-$250; other performances are $50-$125. La Serva Padrona tickets are $15-$25. All tickets are available through MCSO at 612-875-5544 or online at millcitysummeropera.org. Rush tickets ($35) will be available for all performances the day of show at 6:00 pm at the Mill City Museum.

July 12, 2019, Friday - Hot Air at Southern Theater (3 days)

Time: 7:00pm

Location: The Southern Theater, 1420 Washington Avenue S

Hot Air

July 12 – 14

Hot Air is new and improved, coming to The Southern two years after its completely sold-out MN Fringe run! The year: 1945. The city: Los Angeles. The murder: COLD BLOODED. Follow the two most incompetent detectives the world of film noir has ever seen as they solve murders, fight off puppets and eat sno cones.

Disclaimer: Latex balloons will be used on-stage during the production. 

July 11, 2019, Thursday - Crayfish Eating Contest - Qualifying Round at Fulton

Time: 6p - 7p

Location: Fulton Taproom, 414 6th Avene N

Crayfest Crayfish Eating Contest - Qualifying Round

Join us at Fulton Taproom on Thursday, July 11th, where Fulton will be hosting a preliminary qualifying round for the Crayfest 2019 Crayfish Eating Contest!

Two rounds with 10 contenders per round. All participants get one VIP Crayfest ticket and Shack swag. The winner from each round will receive TWO VIP Crayfest tickets and the chance to battle it out in the final round at Crayfest to win a Prize Package worth over $1000! Twins fans, take note ;)

If you'd like to compete in the prequalifying rounds please send Smack Shack a Private Message with your name, telephone number, and email address. 5:30pm participants' arrival time!

Rules of Engagement:
1) 1 Pound of Crayfish
2) Three Minutes
3) No Eating Shells

Note: Space is limited and registration is filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

July 11, 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.

July 11, 2019, Thursday - 6th Avenue SE Care Day!

Time: 6 PM - 8 PM

Location: Meet at the intersection of 6th Avenue SE and 2nd Street SE

6th Avenue SE Care Day!

We'll provide gloves, you bring a trowel!

If you have questions, please contact Cordelia Pierson (cell 651-815-1268 or cordelia.pierson@gmail.com), or the Marcy-Holmes office: 612.623.7633 | chris@marcy-holmes.org

Learn more about this initiative: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g5Tn_4ueByHvvxSZPFPyGOT7KlCGvxq9/view

Sign Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8uO29od1tko5Y6WqD0-avkProiKMamueHzgiHsjp618UchQ/viewform

Future dates:  July 25, August 8, August 22, September 12, October 3, Novmber 2

July 11, 2019, Thursday - Hennepin Island Hydropower Tour with the Mill City Museum

Time: 10:30am - Noon

Location: Tours begin at the gray door on 3rd Avenue SE at Main Street (around the corner from the main entrance at 315 Main Street SE).

Hennepin Island Hydropower Tour

Future dates:  July 25; August 8 and 22

Explore the history of waterpower at St. Anthony Falls, including special access to view the exterior of an operating Xcel Energy hydroelectric plant. During the early 20th century, more than two dozen mills and hydroelectric plants used the waterpower from St. Anthony Falls; today just one is left: Xcel's Hennepin Island Hydroelectric Plant.

On this tour, a Mill City Museum guide will lead participants to Hennepin Island and Father Hennepin Bluffs Park, including special access to the grounds of the power plant. Along the way, learn about the historic uses of waterpower at the falls for flour milling, sawmilling, and hydroelectricity, the role of hydroelectricity in Xcel Energy's green energy and energy efficiency initiatives, and the future of waterpower on the Minneapolis riverfront.

This tour is presented in partnership with Xcel Energy and is for ages 10 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

This tour includes about 1.5 miles of moderately paced walking on uneven surfaces, as well as climbing up and down several flights of stairs. Some historic locations on this tour are not wheelchair-accessible.

July 11, 2019, Thursday - Melon Treats Grand Opening at Love Your Melon

Time: 4 PM – 10 PM

Location: Love Your Melon, 226 N Washington Ave

Melon Treats Grand Opening

Melon Treats is a pop-up ice cream shop open for 8 weeks only, starting July 11th. As a whole, Melon Treats will directly support Love Your Melon's philanthropic mission and donate 50% of its profit to pediatric cancer research, therapeutic treatments, and family support.

Ice cream, pre-packaged treats, drinks, and apparel will be available for purchase at Melon Treats. The ice cream will be affordable at $5 and each treat will feature a large shareable cup of ice cream. Customers can choose up to 3 flavors and there will be sprinkles and a sugar cone on top of each cup.

Join us at the Melon Treats Grand Opening on Thursday, July 11th! The first 250 people in line starting at 3pm will receive a token to claim a free Melon Treats ice cream cup.