June 16, 2018, Saturday - 3rd Annual Craw Fish Boil at Boom Island Brewing

Time: 2:00pm-9:00pm

Location: Boom Island Brewing, 2014 N Washington Avenue

3rd Annual Craw Fish Boil

June 16, 2018, Saturday - Yoga in Gold Medal Park

Yoga in Gold Medal Park 

We meet Saturdays, May 26th thru September 1st. Each session will begin at 9 a.m. and end before 10.  Grab your mat (or a towel), 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.

June 16, 2018, Saturday - Mill City Farmers Market

Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm

Location: 704 South 2nd Street

Today at Mill City Farmers Market: check back for updates

June 16, 2018, Saturday - Minneatureapolis 2018 at the A-Mill Artist Lofts (2 days)

Times: June 16 & 17 Noon - 7PM

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

Minneatureapolis 2018 - Building community at The Stone Arch Arts Festival

The Stone Arch Festival of The Arts celebrates it’s 24th year Saturday June 16 and Sunday June 17, 2018. The Pillsbury A-Mill is located in the heart of the festival on Main Street along our historic riverfront. This year they will once again be hosting a community building event. The event is family friendly. The event is called “Minneatureapolis”

Minneatureapolis is a community art project. Folks of all ages and skill sets come together and create a huge imaginary city in clay. A team of trained educators assist. Tools and supplies are provided. Last year 300 community members participated.

Aldo Moroni, a resident artist of A-Mill, has hosted this city building event since the festivals start in 1994. The public is invited to take part in this participatory “social art” event. The A-Mill Artist Lofts will be open throughout the festival and it will include many of the buildings artists showing new works and sharing live performances.

Aldo Moroni and staff along with 300 neighbors This is a free event, but donations accepted. Questions: Contact Aldo Moroni artdadio@icloud.com or 612-806-7719.

June 16, 2018, Saturday - Equilibrium: Saymoukda Vongsay at The Loft

Tme: 8:00pm

Location: The Loft, Performance Hall, 1011 Washington Avenue S

Equilibrium: Saymoukda Vongsay

Saymoukda Duangphouxay Vongsay (Saint Paul, Minnesota) will hold conversations with ethnic Lao survivors of the Vietnam War to develop a new body of work exploring memory, violence, trauma and healing. The poems will go on to live in a series of videos online. $10 (members $5).

June 16, 2018, Saturday - 2018 Juneteenth Celebration at North Mississippi Regional Park

Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm

Location: North Mississippi Regional Park, 5114 North Mississippi Drive

2018 Juneteenth Celebration

Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration of the ending of slavery. 

Dating back into 1865, it was on June 19th that the Union Soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, landed at Galveston, TX with news that the war had ended and that all slaves were now free. Note that this was two and a half years after The Emancipation Proclaiming had little impact on the Texans due to minimal number of Union troops to enforce the new Executive order.  However, with the surrender of General Lee in April of 1865, and the arrival of General Granger’s regiment, the forces were finally strong enough to influence and overcome the resistance.  

Today, the Twin Cities Juneteenth Celebration, founded 30 years ago, is said to be one of the two largest Juneteenth Celebrations in the United States, surpassing even the Texas Celebrations where Juneteenth is a state holiday.

June 15, 2018, Friday - Temple of Being at The Lab Theater (2 nights)

Time: 7 pm June 15 and 16

Location: The Lab Theater, 700 First Street N

The Modern Mystery School presents: Temple of Being

Enter the Temple of Being and explore the mystery of the Self. A pathway leads you into the hidden world, journeying through a series of art installations prompting reflections on the mysteries of life: Who am I? Where do I come from? Where am I going? What is my purpose? Continue to the Inner Sanctum, to be transported by the sound alchemy of Avatara Rising & Shane Thunder. Bathed in the frequencies of 432hz, experience divine healing vibrations, expanding consciousness and effortless meditation to explore the depths of your infinite being. $45. 

June 15, 2018, Friday - Northern Spark (2 nights)

2018 Northern Spark

Northern Lights.mn presents Northern Spark, the free annual arts festival illuminating public spaces in the Twin Cities. Known for continually experimenting with size, location, and theme, this year’s Northern Spark will shift from a one night dusk to dawn event to two nights of art and connection with community—Friday, June 15 and Saturday, June 16—starting at dusk (9:02 pm) and ending at 2 am. Artists will explore the theme Commonality, with projects located in walkable and bikeable areas of Downtown Minneapolis, including The Commons, the Minneapolis Central Library, and Nicollet Mall.

Northern Spark 2018 theme: Commonality

The theme of this year’s festival takes its cue from its venues: The Commons, the Minneapolis Central Library, and Nicollet Mall. What is a 21st century commons? A 21st century library that serves everyone? A pedestrian avenue that is open to anyone?

At a time when the darkest parts of our collective identity surface daily in public forms — overt racism, everyday sexism, challenges to our rights to free speech, policies that fly in the face of climate science — Northern Lights.mn is committed to providing platforms that resist discriminatory ideas, open dialogue and create relationships. What do we have in common? In the context of Northern Spark, what do we share when we gather together in physical space?

The theme of commonality also grounds this year’s Creative City Challenge, a competition for artists, architects and designers in Minnesota to create an interactive work sited at The Commons through the end of July. Opening on the night of Northern Spark and supported by the Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy program of the City of Minneapolis, the competition winner will be announced in March.  

Artists are currently submitting proposals for this year’s festival and will also be announced in March.

“The theme of commonality emerged organically from this moment in time. As everything from politics to family relationships can feel divisive, there is a call to look at what connects us, but to do so critically. We’re interested in the ways that artists will celebrate and complicate the idea of commonality,” says Steve Dietz, co-director of Northern Spark.

The shift to two nights is both experimental and practical. In the words of Sarah Peters, co-director of Northern Spark, “A two night event gives us a built in rain date, but it also gives attendees more opportunity to experience the festival. So many people tell us they can’t see everything in one night. Now there are two!”

Programming and art will be the same each night.

Locations

The venues for Northern Spark 2018 are in downtown Minneapolis:

• The Commons

• Minneapolis Central Library

• Nicollet between 4th St. and 8th St.

Dates and Times

In 2018, Northern Spark will take place over two nights, the third weekend in June until 2 am:

• Friday, June 15, from 9:02 pm to 2 am

• Saturday, June 16, 7 - 9 pm: Festival Launch Party

• Saturday, June 16, from 9:02 pm to 2 am

Northern Spark Venue Partners

Northern Spark has always been a collaborative effort. Northern Lights.mn is grateful for the generous involvement of several organizations in the support and programming of Northern Spark 2018. Hennepin County Library at Minneapolis Central Library, Minneapolis Downtown Improvement District (DiD) along Nicollet, Green Minneapolis at The Commons, and The Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy program of the City of Minneapolis. We are also excited to continue a programmatic partnership with African Economic Development Solutions (AEDS) to support an artist at project at Northern Spark that will be re-presented at AEDS’ Little Africa Fest in August 2018. Northern Spark 2018 festival offerings will also include a project co-commissioned with Native American Community Development Initiative. Additional Programming Partners will be announced in March.

Northern Spark Background

Since 2011 thousands of Minnesotans and visitors have enjoyed Northern Spark, an annual arts festival illuminating public spaces in Minneapolis and St. Paul. In early June, tens of thousands of people gather to explore giant video projections, play in temporary installations in the streets, and enjoy experimental performances in green spaces. Late into the night the city surprises you: friendly crowds, glowing groups of cyclists, an unexpected path through the urban landscape, the magic of sunrise after a night of amazing art and experiences.

Northern Spark is known as a dusk-to-dawn event. In 2018 we are experimenting with a two-night model for attendees to experience the artful magic of Northern Spark for two nights in a row until 2 am.

Memorable projects from past Northern Spark festivals include Chris Larson’s Celebration/Love/Loss, Jim Campbell’s Scattered Light, Luke Savisky’s Ex-MN, Pramila Vasudevan’s Census, and countless other projects from artists such as: Ananya Dance Theater, Marina Zurkow, HOTTEA, and Million Artist Movement.

Northern Spark is produced by Northern Lights.mn, a Twin Cities non-profit arts organization whose work ranges from large-scale public art platforms like Northern Spark to Art(ists) On the Verge, a year­long mentorship program for 5 emerging artists working with digital culture. We support artists in the creation and presentation of art in the public sphere, such as at St. Paul's Union Depot (Amateur Intelligence Radio), "choir karaoke" at the Minnesota State Fair (Giant Sing Along) and most recently Illuminate South Loop, a mini outdoor festival of nine interactive projects in Bloomington, MN’s South Loop in the days leading up to the Super Bowl. Through projects such as Ruination: City of Dust, a location-­based environmental mystery game, and large scale festivals themed around social issues, our work helps audiences explore expanded possibilities for civic engagement through art.

June 15, 2018, Friday - 24th Annual Stone Arch Bridge Festival (thru June 17)

24th Annual Stone Arch Bridge Festival

The Stone Arch Bridge Festival is held every Father’s Day weekend on the Minneapolis riverfront. It is the third largest festival in Minneapolis, drawing thousands of visitors to the beautiful scenery of the Mississippi River and Minneapolis skyline. The festival is known for the unique artwork for sale from 200+ artists, live music on three stages and family friendly activities including an extensive car show. Debuting this year, the Weber Grills Culinary Arts Market presented by Warners’ Stellian will feature pre-packaged gourmet and artist food products from 25 vendors. The beautiful Riverplace plaza will be lined with vendors and feature a grilling demonstration stage by Weber Grills. Every half hour guests will be treated to grilled samples from Mighty Spark craft meats. Free admission.

Friday, June 15
FREE KICK-OFF CONCERT, Water Power Park

Saturday, June 16
FESTIVAL • 10am-7pm
Art • Music • Food • Cars
FREE CONCERT,  Water Power Park

Sunday, June 17
FESTIVAL • 10am-5pm
Art • Music • Food • Cars

June 15, 2018, Friday - A Performance for Puerto Rico at the Guthrie

Time: 7:30 pm

Location: Guthrie Theater, 818 Second Street S

A Performance for Puerto Rico

Join us for a rare glimpse into the process of creating a major musical revival while supporting hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico. The Guthrie has partnered with the Medtronic Foundation to host a one-night-only fundraising event at the final dress rehearsal for their summer musical, West Side Story. In exchange for a donation of $25, $50, $100 or $250, you’ll experience a rare, behind-the-scenes look inside the Guthrie’s creative process.

The Medtronic Foundation has generously pledged a $25,000 matching gift, with all proceeds from the event – up to $50,000 – directly supporting relief efforts in Puerto Rico through Americares. A limited number of tickets are on sale now.

June 14, 2018, Thursday - 1st Annual Lumminara of the Bonicelli Garden!

Photo credit:  Mark LaFavor, Bonicelli Kitchen

Time: 8pm

Location: Bonicelli Kitchen, 1839 Central Avenue Northeast

1st Annual Lumminara of the Bonicelli Garden!

Join Chef Laura Bonicelli and her culinary staff for the summer christening of the Bonicelli Garden.  Take part in a celebration commemorating the Luminara of San Ranieri –  named in honor of Saint Rainerius, the patron saint of Pisa, Italy -  the most magical, candlelight festival in all of Tuscany, hosted at sunset on an evening mid-June. 

Find your table in the restaurant’s garden patio, drenched in candlelight. Enjoy a complimentary sparkling glass of Italian Prosecco while savoring sample plates of one of Chef Bonicelli’s most popular pasta creations: Bonicelli’s Summer Vegetable Pasta with Burrata.  Afterwards, make selections from Bonicelli’s regular menu of made-from-scratch small plates that offer a global array of seasonally fresh offerings.  Consider a Nicoise Salad, Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli with Asparagus, Fish Tacos or the ever-popular Lemon Pasta and Torta Rustica. Pair entrees from a wide selection of Italian, French and other curated wines.

Be among the first to reserve your table on the patio at 8 p.m.; seating is limited.  Seating in the restaurant’s dining room will also be available, and garden diners will be seated in the restaurant if the weather doesn’t cooperate. 

Reservations:  Book through bonicellikitchen.com via Yelp reservations.

June 14, 2018, Thursday - Jake's Music on the Plaza at US Bank Stadium Downtown East Plaza

Time: Opening act to go on at 6PM; headliner to take the stage at 7:30PM

Location: US Bank Stadium Downtown East Plaza

Jake's Music on the Plaza

Each Thursday in June U.S. Bank Stadium is hosting a concert series on the Downtown East Plaza for all ages with food trucks, beverage specials, live music, lawn games and more. Stop by and spend your Thursday evenings after work with your colleagues and friends at this free, outdoor event!

June 14 – School of Rock; Pirates, Guitars & Beachfront Bars

June 21 – Mark Healey; Free Fallin’ – A Tribute to the Memory of Tom Petty

June 28 – The MTV’s; Pop ROCKS

June 14, 2018, Thursday - East Town Business Partnership Happy Hour Networking Event at McKinney Roe

The final Happy Hour Networking event of the season is coming up on June 14, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m., at McKinney Roe.Kevin Warren, the Chief Operating Officer from the Minnesota Vikings is our featured speaker. There will be a cash bar available and complementary appetizers. Please join us for a fun, free networking event!

RSVP

June 14, 2018, Thursday - Business of Pride at Nicollet Island Pavilion

Time: 5:30pm

Location: Nicollet Island Pavilion, 40 Power Street

Business of Pride

Join us for our first-ever Business of Pride event! We have launched this project to recognize outstanding LGBTQ business leaders in the Twin Cities metro area who are making a difference in advancing equality in the business world and community, as well as demonstrating their own professional successes.

June 14, 2018, Thursday - Twin Cities River Rats Show

The 2018 Twin Cities River Rats shows are scheduled for 7pm Thursday nights through August, and take place at 1628 West River Road (between the Plymouth and Broadway bridges). These are free events!

The Twin Cities Rivers Rats describe their show as an aquatic Broadway musical featuring multiple water ski acts choreographed to music and built around a theme. Facebook

Show Schedule:

6:30pm – Development show: Our members under the age of 18 and our new members get the opportunity to perform for the crowd before jumping into the “big” show.

7:00pm – The Big Show! The ski show is a 1 hour long themed-show. In between daring and beautiful acts on water, a storyline unfolds. We encourage audience participation and love applause!

8:00pm – Photos! Photo opportunities with the cast of the show, visit with the skiers, and even take a ride in our “triple-rig” boat (for a price!)

Upcoming Thursday Night Shows:

June 14 @ 6:30 Pm - 9:00 Pm

June 21 @ 6:30 Pm - 9:00 Pm

June 28 @ 6:30 Pm - 9:00 Pm

July 05 @ 6:30 Pm - 9:00 Pm

June 14, 2018, Thursday - Art Opening at Bridgewater Lofts

RE/MAX Results and Bridgewater Neighbors and Friends of the Arts invite you to the next art opening at the Bridgewater:

Energetic | Sense

Thursday, June 14, 2018

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Bridgewater Lobby

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Art, Wine, Appetizers and Live Acoustical Guitar Music

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All residents and their guests are welcome. The Bridgewater is located at 215 10th Avenue S, across from Gold Medal Park. Please RSVP to bnfacommittee@gmail.com.

This FREE event is generously sponsored by RE/MAX Results, the largest RE/MAX franchise in the U.S. for closed transaction volume in 2017. RE/MAX Results is proud to say the RE/MAX brand was number one in market share for total closed sales in the 55415 zip code last year. For that, we thank you for your business and are honored to be a part of this special occasion.

June 13, 2018, Wednesday - State of the Downtown Minneapolis Real Estate Market at Mill City Museum

Time: 6p - 7p

Location: Mill City Museum- ADM Conference Room 704 South 2nd Street

State of the Downtown Minneapolis Real Estate Market

Join Cynthia Froid Group - Keller Williams Realty Integrity Lakes at the Mill City Museum for their 3rd annual spring real estate market update!

Focused on the Downtown Minneapolis riverfront areas, this year we have a lot of detail to share in just an hour! We discuss what changes are happening, are coming up, and what has happened this year in real estate, and how these changes are impacting your home values. It's a great opportunity to get an expert's point of view, have a snack with your neighbors, and ask questions.

Snacks and beverages provided.

RSVP to admin@cynthiafroid.com by June 6th. Please include your name, building, and any questions you have; we will tailor the presentation to those attending.

June 13, 2018, Wednesday - Movie Night at Target Field Station

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.

2018 Movie night schedule (all movies 7pm):
June 13 - A League of Their Own
June 27 - Space Jam
July 2 - The Lion King
July 16 - The Princess Bride
July 23 - Indiana Jones
August 8 - Coco
August 22 - Mary Poppins

June 12, 2018, Tuesday - Mill City Farmers Market Night Market at The Commons

Time: 4:00pm to 8:00pm

Location: The Commons, 425 Portland Avenue S

Mill City Farmers Market Night Market

This will be an ongoing event through Tuesday, September 25.

Pick up farm fresh, organic produce and local artisan foods for an easy weeknight meal. Prepared food vendors will be cooking up seasonal recipes all evening, so come hungry, stay, listen to live music and have a picnic supper in The Commons!

PROGRAMS

At our Tuesday Night Market we will continue to offer “can do” cooking and wellness activities and live entertainment, such as

• Free outdoor yoga
• Monthly Beer, Wine & Cider Nights with Day Block Brewing
• Live Music every week
• Bag toss, kubb and other lawn games
• Meet Your Vegetables demonstrations
• Power of Produce kids veggie tasting club
• CSA pick-up

NOTE - Monitor MCFM's Facebook for any weather-related cancellation updates!

June 12, 2018, Tuesday - Music and Movie 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: (See website in case of scheduling changes.)

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 of you, your family and friends enjoying the concerts and movies on the facebook page Support the artists by picking up a CD or other merchandise.

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!