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Wednesday
Nov272019

November 27, 2019, Wednesday - Friendsgiving at Minneapolis Cider Company

Time: 3 PM – 12 AM

Location: Minneapolis Cider Company, 701 SE 9th Street

Friendsgiving

Everyone is back in town and it's a perfect night for drinking, eating, and catching up. It's Friendsgiving.

Join us the day before Thanksgiving, Wednesday November 27th for our first annual Friendsgiving.

Fire and S'mores on the patio (weather permitting)
Speciality Cocktails
Delicious Cider
Hot Mulled Apple Brandy Cider
Incredible Food
Special Hours (open until midnight)
Live Music from Americana band Sockeye Sawtooth
and more!

Invite your friends, save the date, and stay tuned for more details.

Wednesday
Nov272019

November 27, 2019, Wednesday - 5 to 10 on Hennepin 

Time: 11 AM – 2 PM

Location: Hennepin Theatre Trust Event Center, 900 Hennepin Avenue

5 to 10 on Hennepin

5 to 10 on Hennepin in partnership with Lit Voices is moving indoors to the Hennepin Theatre Trust Event Center at 900 Hennepin Avenue!

The monthly live music series is family-friendly. The November 5 to 10 features a performance from Truth Maze, as well as a community and human resource fair, free refreshments and more.

Learn more about 5 to 10 on Hennepin: hennepintheatretrust.org/5-to-10-on-hennepin

Learn More about Lit Voices-Voices of Effective Change: voicesofeffectivechange.com

Presented by Hennepin Theatre Trust & Voices of Effective Change, Inc.
Wednesday
Nov272019

November 27, 2019, Wednesday - Support the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation at Black Sheep

Time: 11a - 11p

Location: Black Sheep Pizza, 600 Washington Ave N

Support the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation

Each month, Black Sheep Pizza is partnering with a different organization that is making a positive impact in our community and beyond.

We are donating a portion from each #1 pizza purchased to our donation partner of the month, sharing the organization’s mission and the amazing work being done, and getting involved in local events.

November's Donation Partner is Diabetes Research Institute

“The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) is the organization of choice for those who are serious, passionate, and committed to curing diabetes. Its mission - to provide the Diabetes Research Institute with the funding necessary to cure diabetes now - is a testament to the belief that tomorrow is not soon enough to cure those living with diabetes.”

https://www.diabetesresearch.org/

Learn more about our partnership program and check out all of the organizations we're working with by visiting http://blacksheeppizza.com/fundraising

 

Wednesday
Nov272019

November 27, 2019, Wednesday - Thanksgiving Eve with The Fragrants & Turn! Turn! Turn! at Aster Cafe

Time: 8p

Location: Aster Cafe, 125 SE Main Street

Thanksgiving Eve with The Fragrants & Turn! Turn! Turn!

Join us for a very special evening of musical programing! Live in The River Room The Fragrants & Turn Turn Turn!

John Munson, Jacques Wait, Max Ray, Sasha Burk and Richard Medek explore funky, fragrant jams by such artists as The Meters, Booker T, Grant Green and Reuben Wilson. If you’re bold we will move the tables and you can get your sweat on.

Turn! Turn! Turn! is the semi-acoustic trio Savannah Smith (guitar, vocals), Adam Levy (guitar, vocals) and Barb Brynstad (bass, vocals) playing their favorite close harmony 60’s and 70’s country, folk and pop covers along with a handful of cosmic indie/folk/Americana originals.

Savannah Smith only needs thirty seconds of your time to win you over. In a world filled to its brim with would-be young singer-songwriters, Savannah’s vocal prowess, and her absolute mastery of crafting raw and gritty emotion into beautiful melodies, defines her from the crowd in moments. Her stage show all her own; Savannah introduces her music with an irresistible charm, ushering the listener into her world with casual ease before effusing desperate and earnest emotion in each song. Her lyrics darken the bright chords and create a depth in her music that reaches far beyond her years.

Adam Levy has been called both a “Great American Songwriter” and an “unknown treasure” by journalists and fans around the world. While leading numerous musical projects in multiple genres, he is probably best known for the last 20+ years as the leader and founding member of the Minnesota-based rock band, The Honeydogs.

Barb Brynstad is a local musician with decades-long roots in the Twin Cities music community. As a singer, bass and guitar player, she plays in several well-known Minnesota bands and contributes her solid musical talents to a variety of theater and recording projects. Barb actively enjoys playing all styles of music, including blues, funk, pop, rock, country, gospel and jazz.

Tuesday
Nov262019

November 26, 2019, Tuesday - Pair It Up: Thanksgiving Wines at Cooks of Crocus Hill

Time: 6p

Location: Cooks of Crocus Hill, 208 1st Street N

Pair It Up: Thanksgiving Wines

Sure, mastering that turkey prep can be crucial for Thanksgiving, but why stop there? Show off your party skills whether you're running the show or just taking a place at the table. Learn from Cooks' Sommelier & Beverage Specialist Matt about Thanksgiving meal wine pairings that will have any host or guest clamoring for more.

Menu: Wine Flight; Artisan Cheese Board.

Tuesday
Nov262019

November 26, 2019, Tuesday - The Prado Museum: A Collection of Wonders at St. Anthony Main Theatre

Time: 7p

Location: St. Anthony Main Theatre, 115 Southeast Main Street

The Prado Museum: A Collection of Wonders

The Prado Museum: A Collection of Wonders celebrates the 200th anniversary of the storied Prado Museum -- one of the most-visited museums in the world. Hosted by Academy Award winner Jeremy Irons, this cinematic journey offers viewers a spell-binding experience, telling the story of Spain and beyond, through the works of Vélazquez, Rubens, Titian, Mantegna, Bosch, Goya, El Greco, and more.

Tuesday
Nov262019

November 26, 2019, Tuesday - Fulton Kick-Off Party 

Time: 5p - 8p

Location: Fulton Taproom, 414 6th Ave N

Fulton Kick-Off Party

Join us for the kick-off to the 2020 Stages Cycling Lutsen 99er and Chequamegon MTB Festival presented by Trek Bicycle events! One FREE beer for anyone currently registered or anyone who registers for either race that night at Fulton Taproom. There will also be non-alcoholic drink options available.

*This is an exclusive one day only opportunity to register prior to the official registration opening for both events on Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2019).

Tuesday
Nov262019

November 26, 2019, Tuesday - Building a Beautiful Charcuterie Board at Keiran's Kitchen

Time: 2p

Location: Keiran's Kitchen, 117 14th Avenue NE

Building a Beautiful Charcuterie Board

Learn how to compose a charcuterie board with balanced flavors that is also a beautiful feast for the eyes.

Tuesday
Nov262019

November 26, 2019, Tuesday - American Red Cross Call to Serve

NOTE - This even is a call, not an on-site event.

Time: 12p - 1p

Location: American Red Cross Minnesota Region 1201 W River Pkwy

 

American Red Cross Call to Serve

When disasters happen, people rely on the Red Cross to be there.

The Red Cross does not turn away people who need assistance after a disaster. We are committed to helping all those in need. Will you roll up your sleeves and help?

Join us for a free, conference call on Tuesday, November 26th from 12:00 – 1:00 PM to learn more about opportunities in your area. This call is open to anyone, but we are especially in need of volunteers in the Worthington, Marshall, and McLeod County area!

If you are interested in Volunteering, please join us!

Phone: 1 (517) 466 - 2084
Passcode: 719511#

Any questions, please email mnrecruit@redcross.org 

Tuesday
Nov262019

November 26, 2019, Tuesday - Full Moon Steam Medley at Hewing Hotel

Time: 7p - 10p

Location: Hewing Hotel, 300 Washington Ave N

Full Moon Steam Medley

Join us on the rooftop of the Hewing Hotel for a new moon rendition of our steam medley series. The sauna, cold plunge, rooftop patio and pool opens at 7 p.m. to all guests. Register for the Aufguss session for access to the guided sauna steam aromatherpy rounds at 7:30, 8:15 and 9:00 while the Steam Medley DJ serves up the soundtrack from 8:30 – 10 p.m. 

Monday
Nov252019

November 25, 2019, Monday - Jearlyn Steele's Holiday Special at Cambria Gallery on 7th

Time: 11a 2p

Location: Cambria Gallery on 7th, 625 2nd Ave S

Jearlyn Steele's Holiday Special

Please join us for the taping of Jearlyn Steele's Holiday Special in the Cambria Gallery on 7th in Downtown Minneapolis from 11a-2p. Light snacks will be provided courtesy of Fire House Subs.

Register for free here: https://eventsplus.cbsradio.com/minneapolis/wcco/e/jearlyn-steele-holiday-special/

Order of Performances*:

11:00 The Petersons
11:20 The Steeles and The Petersons
11:35 The Steeles
12:10 The New Standards
12:40 Pamela McNeil
1:10 Vince Guaraldi music set to Dance with 'Chill'
1:45 NUNNABOVE

*All performances and times are subject to change

Monday
Nov252019

November 25, 2019, Monday - Good Night at The Southern

Time: 7:30p

Location: The Southern Theater, 1420 Washington Ave S

Good Night at The Southern

Join us on Monday, November 25th at 7:30pm for the next installment of Good Night at The Southern! Tickets are sold online or at the door and are Pay What You Can. Starting at 6:30, you can join us at the bar for a local beer, glass of wine, pop, or a snack!

Featuring: Julia Gay, Tufawon, Joseph Michael Davis

Actor, dancer, playwright, stand-up comedian, and teaching artist Julia Gay will be presenting excerpts of motherlanded after a sold out run at Dreamland Arts this October. Adopted from China in 1996 and raised by a single mother, Julia Gay grew up shaped by an interconnected web of maternal guidance, love, and loss. Through poetry, memoir, and movement, she honors the women in her life. Join Julia as she journeys from China to the US and, at last, rediscovers her motherland.

Tufawon (2 for 1), is a Dakota/Boricua hip hop artist from Minneapolis, Minnesota. He will be performing material from his monthly project called Dream Release. Every last Friday of the month he has been releasing a new single with themes based on a dream journal he's been keeping. Some are literal translations of dreams and some are simply inspired by the energy of any given dream. Some are even based on day dreams.

Joseph Michael Davis is a nationally touring writer, speaker, and performer based in Minneapolis, MN. Joe Davis and select cast members will be performing a sneak peak of their time-traveling afrofuturistic production, Ancestral Origins. See the full show as part of the AMPLIFY series at The Southern Dec. 5-8!

Monday
Nov252019

November 25, 2019, Monday - An Evening with Leo Kotke at The Guthrie

Time: 7:30pm

Location:  Guthrie, Wurtele Thrust Stage, 818 S 2nd Street

The Dakota and Live at the Guthrie present: Leo Kottke

with special guests Albert Lee and Peter Asher

After recording more than 40 albums over four decades, the prolific guitarist Leo Kottke boasts an impressive body of work and an unrivaled fingerpicking style that has won him two Grammy nominations and widespread acclaim. Drawing inspiration from folk, blues and jazz, he plays his signature 6-string and 12-string guitars with effortless aptitude, a big heart and an even bigger grin.

Sunday
Nov242019

November 24, 2019, Sunday - National Flag Football US Bank Experience

Time: 9 AM – 5 PM

Location: US Bank Stadium

US Bank Experience hosted by National Flag Football - Minnesota

This is a one-day tournament inside The US Bank Stadium featuring a three-game guarantee!

​All teams will play three round-robin games. The top half of each bracket will advance into a single-elimination playoff.

Teams will compete in a 5 vs 5 format of play-based off of NFL FLAG modified rules.

Divisions winners will receive individual champion gear including an opportunity to advance to the National Flag Football Championships.

​THIS EVENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 48 TEAMS TO REGISTER!

​Register @: https://zorts.app.link/tournament/2403

Sunday
Nov242019

November 24, 2019, Sunday - Sip 'n Bloom

Time: 12 PM – 4 PM

Location: First Draft Taproom & Kitchen, 324 6th Ave. N

Sip 'n Bloom at First Draft

Build Your Own Flower Arrangement at First Draft Taproom and Kitchen!

Design and build a harvest themed Bloom Box! Come out and learn a creative new skill, while enjoying First Draft’s extensive tap list.

We will be featuring our Ceramic Pumpkin Pot! Perfect for your thanksgiving table. Blooms go fast, so come early for the best selection!

How it works:

- Pick a vase - starting at $7.

- Shop the Bloom Bar - flowers sold a la carte.

- Design and build - our master florist will guide you, step by step.

This interactive event is perfect for people of all ages and skill levels. Best of all, you will wow your Turkey Day dinner guests with a one of a kind floral arrangement!

Sunday
Nov242019

November 24, 2019, Sunday - Handmade for the Holidays at La Doña Cervecería

Time: 12 PM – 5 PM

Location: La Doña Cervecería, 241 Fremont Ave N

Handmade for the Holidays

Minneapolis Craft Market is thrilled to bring our bustling holiday markets back to La Doña Cervecería, a unique brewery, taproom and entertainment space fusing Latin culture and The North, in the Harrison neighborhood of Minneapolis.

With 10,000 square feet of warehouse space, the La Doña Cervecería has a spacious taproom, event area, active space, art gallery, patio and prep kitchen where local Flagsmash serves delicious eats.

The market is a one-stop shop for visitors to pick up high quality, artisan-made gifts and relax with a beer. We will feature a new lineup of makers each weekend on Sunday, November 3 and 24. Get a jump start on your holiday gift buying, all with a beer in hand!

MAKERS - November 24
Awesome Industries
Bear Cub Boutique
Beeper Bébé
Big Stick Studio
Elements Jewelry Design LLC
Fair Anita
GoGo Glam Household Goods
Hey Pupper
Juniper and Spruce
KBELLADESIGNS
Koto Clay
Mountain Metal Artisan Jewelry
One of a Kind
SHEMA Apparel
Something Borrowed -LV
Spoon & Theory Handmade
Sweet Mana
TyAnn Zeal Designs
Vanessastyleshop

Saturday
Nov232019

November 23, 2019, Saturday - Breath of Life Gala at The Depot

Time: 5:30 PM – 11:59 PM

Location: The Depot, 225 3rd Avenue S

Breath of Life Gala

You're invited to the Breath of Life Gala!

We hope you will join us for an incredible evening with food, drinks, and a passion to find a cure for cystic fibrosis during our annual Gala. The Breath of Life Gala is attended by 700 leaders from Twin Cities businesses, medical and social communities and is the premier black-tie event in Minnesota benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s mission and search for a cure.

Beginning at 5:30 PM on Saturday, November 23, you will have access to a one-of-a-kind silent auction, followed by a three-course dinner, live auction, evening program and Bid for a Cure giving opportunity. Tickets and tables are available for purchase on our event website. To become an event sponsor, please contact our office at minn@cff.org or 651.631.3290.

At the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, we know that CF is a complex disease and the types and severity of symptoms differ widely from person to person. We appreciate your support of the Breath of Life Gala and our search for a cure. We hope to see you on November 23!

Saturday
Nov232019

November 23, 2019, Saturday - Minneapolis Healthy Life Expo at the Convention Center (2 days)

Time: see event link for times

Location: Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S

Minneapolis Healthy Life Expo

Don't miss the largest health and wellness show in the upper Midwest, November 23 & 24, 2019!

Featuring up to 200 vendors featuring the latest products, services, and information to help you look and feel your very best!

Doctors, clinics, weight loss, yoga, martial arts, vitamins & supplements, and so much more!

Visit three speaker stages with seminars and demos running every hour, on the hour!

Tons of prizes and give-aways all day. Play booth bingo for a chance to win a new fitness tracker!

Call (952)238-1700 or email info@mediamaxevents.com for attendee or vendor information.

Saturday
Nov232019

November 23, 2019, Saturday - Thanksgiving: Myth, Memory, and Food at Mill City Museum

Times: 11:00 am - 3:30 pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 2nd Street S

Thanksgiving: Myth, Memory, and Food

How well do we know the history of Thanksgiving? And what does Thanksgiving mean to people today? Take an in-depth look at the origins of the holiday and how it has changed over time.

Learn about Indigenous foods and test your knowledge with our food map. Sample select foods in our museum's Baking Lab, and participate in a family activity about gratitude.

This program is made possible through the support of presenting sponsor, General Mills.

Saturday
Nov232019

November 23, 2019, Saturday - Northern Vogue Gala at W Minneapolis

Time: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM 

Location: W Minneapolis - The Foshay, 821 South Marquette Avenue

Northern Vogue Gala

W Minneapolis & by Niche debut a new spin on Northern Vogue ... Northern Vogue Gala. Our Fall/Winter version of the spectacular event (slated to return for Spring seasons)

Northern Vogue Gala is a black tie affair to benefit the Foundation for Philippine Medical Missions. Enjoy an elegant seated banquet dinner featuring cuisine by W's own much-touted catering kitchen. A lavish silent auction will be filled with grand items and experiences like no other. You'll be entertained with a live performance by violinist extraordinaire, local David Gerald Sutton. In true Northern Vogue fashion a runway show will feature original apparel by local Northern Vogue break-out designer, Abbie Ross. It will be the very first time this full collection hits a runway. Additional segments will feature surprise celebrity models in pieces from Martin Patrick 3Ribnick Outerwear, & TJE Fashion.

Join us for this elegant evening as we reach for our goal of donating $40,000 to The Foundation of Philippine Medical Missions. Ticket and silent auction proceeds will go to the foundation, so come ready to be generous!