December 9, 2019, Monday - Picture Frame Earring Holder at Graze Provisions + Libations

Time: 6p -8p

Location: Graze Provisions + Libations, 520 4th Street N

Picture Frame Earring Holder

Super excited to announce a new location for Crafting in Community, Graze! This rad food/drink hall is perfect for enjoying some snacks and drinks while crafting! We are going to make some awesome up-cycled earring holders! I will provide the frames, wiring, paints, fabrics, card stock and all kinds of fun stuff to decorate your frame with! You just come down, enjoy some drinks and food and ill set up the rest :)

Cost: $5-10 dollars to cover materials

This event is open to EVERYONE! so bring your friends and family, the more the merrier!! 

December 9, 2019, Monday - U.S. Bank Stadium’s Winter Warm-Up Inline Skating and Indoor Running

Time:  5 – 9 pm

Location: U.S. Bank Stadium

U.S. Bank Stadium’s Winter Warm-Up Inline Skating and Indoor Running

Inline Skating and Indoor Running returns this season for U.S. Bank Stadium’s Winter Warm-Up, a series of twelve recreational fitness nights at U.S. Bank Stadium. These public events are open to all ages and will take place on the stadium’s main and upper concourses from 5 – 9 pm.  
 
We welcome the community to come and enjoy indoor running and inline skating at U.S. Bank Stadium this winter,” says Michael Vekich, Chair of the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority. “We look forward to hosting these events each year. Offering affordable and accessible community events like U.S. Bank Stadium’s Winter Warm-Up serves the mission of U.S. Bank Stadium to the fullest extent.”

2019 - 2020 dates:

December 9, 18

January 8, 13, 15, 29

February 3, 5, 10

December 9, 2019, Monday - Kevin Kling - Tales From the Charred Underbelly of the Yulelog at the Guthrie

Time: 7:30pm

Location: Wurtele Thrust Stage, The Guthrie, 818 Second St. S

Tales from the Charred Underbelly of the Yule Log

written and performed by Kevin Kling

Kevin Kling returns to the Guthrie in his celebrated one-man show Tales From the Charred Underbelly of the Yule Log. Best known for his popular commentaries on National Public Radio’s “All Things Considered” and his storytelling stage shows, Kling delivers hilarious, often tender stories that have delighted audiences around the country. With Yule Log, Kling spins hilarious yarns of family traditions and holiday merriment. Wry tales, both old and new, of Midwestern Americana take surprising turns from the bizarre to the insightful. Tales From the Charred Underbelly of the Yule Log features The Brass Messengers, Simone Perrin and Dan Chouinard.

December 8, 2019, Sunday - Minneapolis International Festival 2019 at

Time: 1p - 5p

Location: Central Park Gym, 3400 4th Avenue S

Minneapolis International Festival 2019

The Minneapolis International Festival will be celebrating the different cultures in the City of Minneapolis and surrounding communities with music, dance, art, cultural learning booths, exhibits, demonstrations, food AND MORE. Learn about all the many amazing cultures that make Minneapolis such a wonderful place to live.

December 8, 2019, Sunday - Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions at US Bank Stadium

Time: 12 PM

Location: U.S. Bank Stadium, 401 Chicago Avenue

Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions

December 8, 2019, Sunday - Fair Trade Market at The Basilica of Saint Mary

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Location: The Basilica of Saint Mary, 88 17th St N

Fair Trade Market

Enjoy holiday shopping by purchasing fair trade merchandise at a fair price. Support artisans in developing countries striving to build a better life.

There will be several local vendors offering a wide variety of merchandise including Mayan textiles and baskets, mittens and scarves from Nepal, woven baskets from Ghana, eco-jewelry, housewares, ornaments, fair trade coffee and much more.

There will also be Basilica Choir CDs, books and other ornaments available.

December 8, 2019, Sunday - Pillsbury A Mill Tour at the Mill City Museum

Time: 1pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd Street

Tour the Pillsbury A Mill

The Pillsbury A Mill, constructed in 1881, was once the largest and most advanced flour mill in the world. Go on a guided tour of the former milling complex, including the rooftop deck and the basement waterpower facilities, and discover the story of this National Historic Landmark, now home to the A-Mill Artist Lofts.

Highlights include the largest and best-preserved waterpower system in Minneapolis, with views straight down a 50-foot drop shaft through a glass floor. Guests will discover how the building functioned during the flour milling era, see the architectural highlights of the recently completed A-Mill Artist Lofts built within the historic mill buildings, and learn about the new hydroelectric plant that helps to power the complex.

This tour is presented in partnership with A-Mill Artist Lofts.

The tour includes about 1.5 miles of moderately-paced walking indoors and outdoors with some uneven surfaces. Please call ahead to make arrangements for guests with limited mobility.

December 8, 2019, Sunday - Old St. Anthony Holiday Bazaar at Machine Shop

Time: 12 noon – 5 pm (early bird tickets available for $10 for 11 am – 12 noon)

Location: Machine Shop, 300 Second St. SE

Minneapolis Craft Market presents: Old St. Anthony Holiday Bazaar

Minneapolis Craft Market is bringing one of their largest craft markets of the year to one of their favorite venues in town, the Machine Shop. The Machine Shop is a historic and unique event venue in the heart of the St. Anthony neighborhood of Minneapolis. Steps from the Mississippi River, Machine Shop is the perfect venue for a market with its open, bright and airy space. There will be two full floors of handmade goods, perfect for holiday gift shopping.

Information and early bird tickets.

December 7, 2019, Saturday - Free Family Music Series: Sensory Friendly Concert at MacPhail

Time: 10:00am - Noon

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

Free Family Music Series: Sensory Friendly Concert

The Free Family Music Series is a series of free events for music-loving families and those who want to explore music for the first time! The centerpiece of this series is a live concert. Before and after each concert, the musicians will give free sample lessons to kids and adults on the instruments featured in the concert. Sing Play Learn with MacPhail® staff will also be on-site to engage families in a music-themed art project. Light refreshments will follow the concert.

Sing, Play, Learn! with MacPhail® presents its first Sensory Friendly concert for children of all abilities, including those on the autism spectrum and with sensory sensitivities. As part of the Free Family Music Series, this program will include:

• Sensory-Friendly concert featuring the Chione Woodwind Quintet – 10:15 a.m.
• Instrument exploration – 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
• Complementary snacks
• Instrument making activity
• Sensory room – available throughout the concert

Event will run from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Chione will share the musical story of Pāka’a Lanakila, a little boy living in Hawaii, composed by Hawaiian native Jon Magnussen. The ensemble will engage children by intertwining musical learning, storytelling and American Sign Language. Participants will use these signs to interact with the music throughout the piece as they listen for and identify each theme with the appropriate signs in context. This 45-minute storytime program can be enjoyed by all ages, from babies to children at heart.

December 7, 2019, Saturday - Craft Bash at Parallel & Hennepin Made

Time: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Lcoatoin: Parallel & Hennepin Made, 145 Holden Street N

Craft Bash

Get festive, go handmade for the holidays

FREE – open to the public

Give more than just stuff this holiday season. American Craft Council invites you to a FREE, festive event at Parallel Café + Events in Minneapolis where you can browse the work of over 70 Minnesota makers and pick out gifts packed with story and nuance. Bring the whole family to celebrate craft, commerce, and design and get into the holiday spirit through music, demos, food and drinks, and more.

Curated by ACC, Tricia Heuring of Public Functionary, Leslie Barlow of Studio 400, and Parallel, craft selections will range from ceramics, jewelry, fashion, and home goods to apothecary, candles, and letterpress cards. Guests of all ages will also be able to join in a number of hands-on experiences:

• Mini self-portrait making with the Minnesota Children's Museum
• Printmaking artist activation with Proof Public
• Tintype portraits with Zoey Melf
• Book sale of niche titles curated by the ACC Library
• Juxtaposition Arts Pop-Up Shop that celebrates the north side and the creative genius of its young people
• Live glassblowing demonstrations with Hennepin Made

Artists showing at Craft Bash include Silvercocoon, Ani Kasten Ceramics, Printerette Press, Baby Skateboards, Everthine Jewelry, SCARFSHOP, There There Collective, Celina Kane, and more.

December 7, 2019, Saturday - Mill City Farmers Market inside the Mill City Museum

Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm (winter hours)

Location: Inside the Mill City Museum, 704 South 2nd Street

Today at Mill City Farmers Market.

2019/2020 WINTER SCHEDULE:

Holiday Markets – Dec. 7 & 14

January 4 & 18

February 1 & 15

March 7 & 21

April 4 & 18

December 7, 2019, Saturday - Comedian Led Tour & Art Walk Through Elliot Park

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

Location: Elliot Park Arts Quarter,717 S 10th Street 

Comedian Led Tour & Art Walk Through Elliot Park

Looking for a fun way to tackle your holiday shopping??

ELLIOT PARK ART WALK:
FREE event
Party begins at Finnegans 4pm
Lighting ceremony at 6pm

Tour times at 4:30pm, 5:30 pm & 6:30p

Sign up Today! www.gamutgallerympls.com/membership_tickets/

Experience historic Elliot Park neighborhood through a comedian-led tour from Theater of Public Policy. Learn fun facts about the neighborhood, check out historic landmarks, and explore exclusive promotions and experiences in the Elliot Park Arts Quarter featuring Gamut Gallery, Kristi Abbott Art, Fades Of Gray Inc. FINNEGANS, and more! In conjunction with FINNEGANS 1st Annual Festival of Light Celebrate the holidays with a tree lighting ceremony in the FINNEGANS courtyard and enjoy the light displays from Elliot Park Hotel, Kraus Anderson, and the HQ Apartments.

Return to FINNEGANS for live painting from Eli Lisbon and a bogo beer token. Stay tuned to the Elliot Park Arts Quarter Facebook Page for details!

Thank you to Elliot Park Neighborhood (EPNI) & the Great Street Program

December 7, 2019, Saturday - 2019 Red Tie Gala at The Depot

Time: 4:30 PM – 11:59 PM

Location: Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot, 225 3rd Ave S

2019 Red Tie Gala

The 2019 Red Tie Gala presented by 3M Scott Safety will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2019. This prestigious event is our major fundraiser of the year that showcases the work we do to support firefighters, burn survivors and their families. If you attend, plan on an incredible dinner, silent auction, live auction, live music and the company of our distinguished audience of 900+ medical professionals, business leaders, the firefighter community and families we have helped over the years.

Visit http://firefightersforhealing.org/2019-red-tie-gala to learn more.

December 7, 2019, Saturday - Paws & Packages at Aloft Minneapolis

Time: 1p - 6p

Location: Aloft Minneapolis, 900 Washington Ave S

Paws & Packages

Join us for a dog PAW-liday afternoon! Browse local vendors for holiday pet gifts, enjoy refreshments, participate in the doggy gift exchange, or just stop by to do some paw-ple watching!

December 7, 2019, Saturday - Holidazzle Fireworks presented by Xcel Energy

Time: 7p

Location: Holidazzle, Loring Park

Holidazzle Fireworks presented by Xcel Energy

Join us at Holidazzle in Loring Park throughout the holiday season for the Holidazzle Fireworks presented by Xcel Energy Minnesota! Every display is different, so even if you've seen one you haven't seen them all. Displays take place at 7 pm on the following evenings:

Saturday, Dec. 7
Saturday, Dec.14
Saturday, Dec. 21

Holidazzle is free to attend and open to all ages and abilities. While you're at the Holidazzle Fireworks presented by Xcel Energy, enjoy free Santa visits, skating (with complimentary skates), kids zone, interactive lighting exhibits, bonfires and more. Plus, enjoy great local food, beverage and gift vendors throughout Holidazzle while you're here.

December 7, 2019, Saturday - A Handmade Holiday Market at Lakes & Legends

Time: 12 PM – 5 PM

Location: Lakes & Legends Brewing Company, 1368 Lasalle Ave

A Handmade Holiday Market

Minneapolis Craft Market returns to Lakes & Legends Brewing Company in downtown Minneapolis. Join us at the beautiful 3,500 sq ft Loring Park tap room to visit with local artists and makers while sipping delicious farm-to-table Belgian-style beers with holiday cheer!

The market is a one-stop shop for gift buyers to pick up their presents and relax with a beer. Holiday gift shopping doesn't have to be miserable, we promise! The market will feature a new lineup of artists each Saturday on December 7, 14, and our special Procraftinate edition for all you last-minute Lucys on December 21. The market is FREE to attend, and is kid and dog-friendly.

December 7, 2019, Saturday - Betty Danger's Bizarre Bazaar (2 days)

Time: Opens 10am both day

Location: Betty Danger's Country Club, 2501 Marshall St NE

Betty Danger's Bizarre Bazaar

Betty’s Danger’s 4th annual Bizarre Bazaar will be held on Saturday, December 7th from 10am until 4pm and Sunday, December 8th from 10am until 4pm. Featuring Betty’s favorite artisans from around Minnesota (and maybe even Wisconsin), selling their most precious cross-stitches and yarn beards for the Holidays.

Betty’s Bizarre Bazaar has created a reputation over the past four years for being the quirkiest around! Betty hosts this event for artists as an expression of her love for NE Mpls. This is your opportunity to purchase a fantastic variety of gift items including jewelry, sassy needlepoints, knitted cacti, festive florals, silk screen ties, and other creative/clever/weird/kooky crafts. Betty’s Bizarre Bazaar is open to all ages and free to attend!

December 7, 2019, Saturday - Julmarknad – ASI’s Holiday Market & Festival (2 days)

Times: See event link for daily times

Location: American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Ave

Julmarknad – ASI’s Holiday Market & Festival

Julmarknad is the American Swedish Institute's annual holiday market and festival – and one of our most popular weekends! There will be handmade items for sale by more than 55 talented local and regional artists, and The American Swedish Institute Museum Store and Jul Shop will sell Nordic and Nordic-inspired gifts.

The celebration continues with performances, family crafts and festival food by FIKA at the American Swedish Institute (don't forget to pick up treats to share at their bake sale).

The museum is open for festival goers to browse the decorated holiday rooms, this year commemorating ASI's 90th anniversary with our "Time Tested. Tradition Approved" exhibition.

$15 adults / $10 seniors / $6 children ages 6-18 / free for children 5 and under and for ASI members. Julmarknad tickets include admission to the museum. Purchase tickets at the door (no pre-registration).

This year's artists:
Addington Company, AnnMade in Minnesota, Aqua Nabina, Ascension Art Glass, äventyr, B E Nelson Design Silversmith, Becca Cerra, Beeper Bébé, Berglund Skålar, Beth Homa-Style, Birch & Body, Briggs and Craft, Cecilia Schiller, Clay and/or Wood, Clay Bay Pottery, Dottir Jewelry, Faith Clover, Flemming Petersen & Company, Folkdress Fantasy, Front Avenue Pottery and Tile, Greta Pearl, Hallin.Designs, hand2mouthcrafts, Homesteading Bliss, Ilrid Vikings, Kilns of Flanders, Kim Losse & Donna Millard Pottery, Laurie Jacobi Original Designs in Wool, LB Originals, Lisa Rydin Erickson, Loomsong Studio, LundStudios, Marcia Almquist, Michael Fasold, Open Cupboard Designs, Peder Hegland Pottery, River Oaks Farm Studio, Saami Inspired, SaraEmily, Simply Elegant Glass Art, Steller Handcrafted Goods, STITCHESbycarin, Studio Tupla, T & C Latane, Teresa Audet, The Apron Lady, The Homesteads, Thrifty Sewing Supply, Top Knot Stitching, Traveling Tomten, Willow Tree Jewelry, Women's Woodshop and Wooly Works

December 7, 2019, Saturday - Taste Twin Cities Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Tour

Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Location: Starting and ending location is in the Metro Building outside Hell’s Kitchen. Exact location is 86 S 9th Street.

Taste Twin Cities Food Tours Minneapolis Skyway Tour

While it's chilly outside, join us as we weave our way through the cozy corners of downtown Minneapolis skyways on a food adventure. We will stroll through the "Broadway" Theater District and enjoy VIP service as we visit some of the newest and hottest award-winning restaurants downtown Minneapolis has to offer. The tour includes seeing the Minneapolis skyscraper that was modeled after the Washington Monument and visiting the famous Statue of Mary Richards tossing her hat. Along the way, we will also visit quaint eateries that have pride in local ownership, including a favorite since 1932. You will taste craft beer samples and learn the secrets behind the great food you are enjoying. You'll leave the tour with a tasty experience of some of the best food finds Minneapolis has to offer all while learning history of downtown and soaking in the local culture.

• Ham and pear crisp sandwich with fresh home-made chips from the restaurant that has "damn good food"
• All about sourcing local with heirloom corn bread with ghost pepper cheese, scallions and honey butter
• Deliciously sweet and salty popular Chicago Mix® popcorn
• Fresh and melt-in-your-mouth rotisserie chicken wings in maple glaze made with pure maple syrup, lemon juice, fresh ginger and Sriracha
• Fine chocolates to be savored
• Fried shrimp tossed in sweet & spicy Thai chili sauce, served with ginger citrus sauce with locally-brewed Minnesota craft beer (optional non-alcoholic tastings available)
• Featured on the Cooking Channel Unique Sweets - Bourbon Whiskey Caramel Donut Bread Pudding Loaf

December 7, 2019, Saturday - My Mighty Journey Author and Illustrator Signing at Mill City Museum

Time: 12 noon – 1:30 pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 Second Street S

My Mighty JourneyAuthor and Illustrator Signing

Artist Gaylord Schanilec and author John Coy will sign copies of their new children's picture book, My Mighty Journey.

This event is during http://www.mnhs.org/member-double-discount MNHS Member Double Discount Days. Show your current MNHS membership card to get 20% off regularly priced one-of-a-kind Minnesota-inspired gifts at participating MNHS museum stores and online. Free.