June 26, 2012, Tuesday - Music in the Park at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park

Time: 7:00pm

Location: Father Hennepin Bluffs Park (East Bank of the Stone Arch Bridge)

Tonights entertainment:  The Wrong Omar - Guitar-based originals - acoustic & electric

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

Reminders: Watch our facebook or twitter page for weather cancellations of the evening festivities. Post photos on our facebook page of you enjoying the concerts. Support the artists by picking up a CD or other merchandise.

Enjoy Music and Movie combo nights:
Tuesdays at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park
Fridays at the Lake Harriet Bandshell (beginning June 9th).

Questions or comments? Email us at concerts@minneapolisparks.org

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!

June 25, 2012, Monday - Music in the Park at Nicollet Island Amphitheater

Time: 7:00pm

Location: Nicollet Island Amphitheater

Tonights entertainment:  The Travelin' Moburys - Live right - the travenlin' moburys

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

Reminders: Watch our facebook or twitter page for weather cancellations of the evening festivities. Post photos on our facebook page of you enjoying the concerts. Support the artists by picking up a CD or other merchandise.

Questions or comments? Email us at concerts@minneapolisparks.org

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!

June 25, 2012, Monday - Taste of the Nation Minneapolis HOTlist at The Guthrie

VIP Admission: $100  6:00pm - 10:00pm
General Admission: $75  7:00pm - 10:00pm

Location: Guthrie Theater, 818 South 2nd Street

Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation® is the nation's premier culinary benefit, featuring top chefs and mixologists -- all of whom are coming together to donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America.

Tickets and more info.

June 24, 2012, Sunday - Taste Twin Cities Food Tours Minneapolis Riverwalk Tour

Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm

Location:  Begins at Gold Medal Park (10th Avenue South & 2nd Street South), next to the Guthrie Theater - ends in Northeast Minneapolis

The Riverwalk Tour explores the Mill District and St. Anthony on Main in Northeast Minneapolis.  You'll enjoy the afternoon sampling a variety of food at historical landmarks, as well as visit the Mill City Museum, stroll by the Guthrie, and enjoy gorgeous views of St. Anthony Falls while crossing the Stone Arch Bridge into historical St. Anthony on Main.
 
You'll learn about the history of both these neighborhoods including a stroll along the oldest street in Minneapolis.  Taste and chat with other food-loving guests, and leave the tour with an appreciation for these distinct neighborhoods.

Reservations.  
 
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June 24, 2012, Sunday - Family Riverfront Quest Tour at Mill City Museum

Time: 1:00pm (Bookmaking 1:00 - 1:30pm; Tour 1:30 - 2:30pm)

Location:  Mill City Museum, 704 South 2nd Street

Family Riverfront Quest Tour at Mill City Museum

Try out questing with a family-focused tour of the Minneapolis riverfront outside Mill City Museum. A Quest is a community treasure hunt that guides people through, and teaches them to see, a unique part of their community. This quest includes solving rhyming riddles and searching for hidden boxes with pictures to place in a quest journal that participants can make before the tour. Journal materials and admission to Mill City Museum are included in the tour cost. The tour is designed for ages 6–11, but can be enjoyed by all ages. Adults and seniors must be accompanying a child.

Fee: $11 adults, $9 seniors, $10 ages 6-17, $7 MHS Members ages 6-17, Free for Adult and Senior MHS members

Reservations: required, call 612-341-7555 or register online.

June 24, 2012, Sunday - Yoga in the Park at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park

Time:  10:00am - 11:00am

Location: Father Hennepin Bluffs Park (intersection of SE Main and SE 6th Avenue, on the East Bank of the Stone Arch Bridge).

Looking for a way to take your sun salutations outside so you can truly salute the sun? The Downtown Minneapolis CorePower Yoga invites you to join them each Sunday for CorePower Yoga’s, “Yoga in the Park.” CorePower encourages yoga practioners to open their minds and join their breath and movements to the sound of music and nature all around us. All levels of yoga students are welcome and their hope is that you take this opportunity to not only practice yoga, but to find even deeper connections within your community!

These free classes will be held every Sunday starting June 3rd and running through August 26th.  All classes are 10:00am – 11:00am at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park.  Please call CorePower Yoga Downtown Minneapolis at 612-375-9642 with questions.
 
Items of note:
- Attendees should arrive 15-30 minutes prior to class starting for sign in purposes.
- Students are asked to bring their own mat, towel, water and SUNSCREEN! There is limited shade at the park.
- Classes will be lead by certified yoga instructors from downtown Minneapolis’ CorePower Yoga.

June 24, 2012, Sunday - Complimentary Workshop: An Introduction to Tai Chi at Open Book

Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Location:  Open Book, Target Performance Hall, 1011 Washington Avenue South

Complimentary Workshop - An introduction to Tai Chi for Well Being With Natural Step Tai Chi.

612-377-6469

June 23, 2012, Saturday - How'd They do That Workshop at The Guthrie: Roman Holiday

Time: 9:00am - 11:00am

Location:  McGuire Proscenium Stage, Guthrie Theater, 818 Second Street South

What was the inspiration for the set? Was the play rewritten in rehearsals? Aren't those wigs itchy? Through these eye-opening workshops, you can learn how the Guthrie's artists and staff create a production - from early development and designs to rehearsal, costume fittings and staging of the play.

$15 per person per workshop.

Panelists include:
Richard Girtain, technical director
Patricia Olive, props manager
Mathew J. LeFebvre, costume designer for Roman Holiday
John Miller-Stephany, director of Roman Holiday
Stephanie Rothenberg, actor playing Princess Anne
Edwards Watts, actor playing Joe Bradley

June 23, 2012, Saturday - Midsummer Mischief Costume Ball Dance Party at The Guthrie

Time:  9:00pm - Midnight

Location:  Guthrie Theater, 818 Second Street South

Midsummer Mischief Costume Ball Dance Party

Ages 18+

Join fellow costumed guests for a magical evening of mischief and merriment at the Guthrie’s Costume Ball! Once again, the entire building will be transformed into a unique and delightful venue for a dance party like no other. This year’s musical guests include Transmission’s DJ Jake Rudh. Drinks and food will be available for purchase.

Dance party tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door.

For information about one of the pre- Dance Party dining options call 612-225-6165 or email costumeball@guthrietheater.org.

June 23, 2012, Saturday - Mill City Farmers Market

Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm

Location: 704 South 2nd Street

Today at Mill City Farmers Market: Bike to the Market Day!

Produce Planner:
At the Market this Saturday, you will find snap peas, Hakurei turnips, radishes, spinach, spring salad mixes, arugula, spring onions, green garlic, head lettuce herbs, wild greens, sorrel, asparagus, kale, Swiss chard, rhubarb, WI high tunnel-grown heirloom tomatoes, broccoli raab and green beans, and garlic scapes!

Mill City Cooks, 10:00am:
Chef Nick Schneider will be making Banh mi sandwiches in the kitchen today with Vietnamese grilled lemongrass pork and daikon and carrot pickle.
 

Live Music, 11:00am to 1:00pm:
We’re excited to welcome back Potluck and the Hot Dishes!

Community Booth, all day:
Don’t forget to stop and say hi to Nice Ride today!  Learn how easy and convenient it is to use their bikes.

Art Market, all day:
Featuring Plantworn, Matt Krousey, Chris Chookiatsirichai, and Woodsport.

June 23, 2012, Saturday - Washington Avenue Walk About

Time: 4:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Washington Avenue South businesses between 9th Avenue South and 12th Avenue South.

Visit these local businesses during the Washington Avenue Walk About - meet the staff, enjoy refreshments, and register for prizes.  Mention you're on the Walk About and take advantage of special offers like the examples listed below (may not be a complete list).

Level Salon - Complimentary Consultations

Sanctuary the Restaurant - $10 Gift Certificates

Wasabi Sushi - Happy Hour specials 4p-8p

City Gardens Flower Mill - Gorgeous arrangements, unique home decor and gifts.

Sorella Wine and Spirits - Wine Tasting 2p-6p

Mill City Grocery and Deli - Enjoy an apple and register for a $25 gift certificate.

Behind the Scenes - 10% off entire purchase.

Extensions Plus - Check out wigs, extensions, twists, braids and more.

Big Brain Comics - Free Comics

Sarpino's - 2 for 1 Takeout Pizza

Minneapolis Veterinary Hospital - $10 gift cards

Spill the Wine - Half off bottles of wine

Grumpy's- $3 Grain Belt Beers

June 23, 2012, Saturday - Live Music at Crooked Pint

Time: 10:00pm  $10 Cover

Location: Crooked Pint Ale House, 501 Washington Avenue South

Tonight:  Salsa del Soul

June 23, 2012, Saturday - Live Music at Aster Cafe

Time: 9:00pm  Cover: $10

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 Main Stree SE

Tonight: tom lieberman (of rio nido, a prairie home companion, & sweet land)

June 23, 2012, Saturday - AA Meeting at Level Salon

Time: 7:00am

Location:  Level Salon, 903 Washington Avenue South

AA Meeting
Keep it Level, Keep it Simple
Big book meeting
Open, mixed
Bring your own Big Book
Coffee provided

June 23, 2012, Saturday - Taste Twin Cities Food Tours Heart of Minneapolis Tour

Time: 2:30pm - 5:30pm

Location: Begins at LaSalle Plaza (800 LaSalle Plaza), located on Hennepin Avenue between 8th & 9th Street; ends at Metro Building (80 9th Street South).

Weave your way through the skyscrapers of downtown Minneapolis on a food adventure!  Enjoy VIP service at some of the newest and hottest award winning restaurants and learn the art of local beer making.  Visit quaint eateries that have pride in local ownership, including a favorite since 1932.  You'll leave the tour with a tasty experience of the best food finds Minneapolis has to offer while learning the history of downtown and soaking in the local culture.
 
Sites you will enjoy:  Broadway Theatre District, Mary Tyler Moore Statue, the tallest building in Minneapolis, a building modeled after the Washington Monument, the largest structure ever moved on rubber-wheeled dollies and much more...

Reservations.

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June 23, 2012, Saturday - Solstice River XVI: And Peace Will Flow at Stone Arch Bridge

Time: 8:30pm

Location: The Stone Arch Bridge

Solstice River XVI: And Peace Will Flow...
Presented by Global Site Performance and the Center for Global Environmental Education.

This annual performance honors the Mississippi River around the longest day of the year. 

Come to the Stone Arch bridge and watch as the whole surrounding landscape comes alive with dancers on rooftops, kayaks, and riverbanks.
The audience joins in at the finale, with blue fabric symbolizing the river, that stretches over 1400 feet along the Stone Arch Bridge.

Free and open to the public, rain or shine. Come early (8:00pm) for a raffle drawing to support the show.  Music will be simulcast on KBEM 88.5 FM.

The Center for Global Environmental Education provides public information about the care and health of the river.

June 23, 2012, Saturday - Printed Handmade Kites with Aki Shibata at MCBA

Time:  10:00am-Noon

Location: Minnesota Center for Book Arts, 1011 Washington Avenue South

Printed Handmade Kites with Aki Shibata

Decorate the sky with your own printed kite this summer. Explore the amazing technique of pressure printing on MCBA’s Vandercook letterpresses to print your design on Japanese Kozo paper. Then construct a kite using your printed paper, bamboo sticks, glue and thread. Take the finished kite home with you to fly all summer! $33 ($30 members) per adult/child pair; $17 ($15) each additional participant. For families with children ages 6 and up.

June 23, 2012, Saturday - Decorative Paper with Erica Spitzer Rasmussen at MCBA

Time:  10:00am – 4:00pm

Location: Minnesota Center for Book Arts, 1011 Washington Avenue South

Decorative Paper with Erica Spitzer Rasmussen

Students are introduced to a number of simple, yet unique embellishing techniques that can be applied to commercial and handmade papers (such as painting, laminating, stitching, stamping and beading). The samples will be hand bound in a swatch book. These working methods can be utilized to create richly decorated stationary, collages and book covers. All skill levels welcome. $95 ($85 members) + $20 supply fee.

June 22, 2012, Friday - Bowing Out Gathering at Coffee Gallery

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Location: Coffee Gallery (Open Book building) 1011 Washington Avenue South

Bowing out Gathering

Coffeejon and his staff at the Coffee Gallery invite you to join them Friday, June 22, from 7:00pm-9:00pm for a combination customer appreciation/farewell party. 

Relax and reminisce the past 21 years (12 at Open Book) over complementary drinks and appetizers, plus a LIVE MUSIC JAM.

John "Coffeejon" Sherrell opened Coffee Gallery in the Open Book building in 2000.  Back then our Mill District neighborhood looked nothing like the clean, visitor-packed destination it is today.  John is one of many entrepreneurs and visionaries who were committed to transforming the Mill District from a run down area to be avoided to the vibrant, high profile neighborhood it is today. We are thankful for his friendship and contributions to the Mill District.

June 22, 2012, Friday - Live Music at Crooked Pint

Time: 9:00pm  $10 Cover

Location: Crooked Pint Ale House, 501 Washington Avenue South

Tonight:  Hookers $ Blow