February 19, 2020, Wednesday - Schubert Club Mix: Russian Renaissance at Aria

Time:  7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Location: ARIA Mpls, 105 N 1st Street

Schubert Club Mix: Russian Renaissance

After emerging as the Grand Prize winner of the 2017 M-Prize Competition, the largest prize for chamber music in the world, Russian Renaissance has firmly established itself as one of the most electrifying and exhilarating ensembles of today. Through stunning performances of everything from tango and folk to Classical and jazz, Russian Renaissance is redefining the possibilities of their traditional Russian folk instruments and capturing the attention of audiences worldwide.

Russian Renaissance debuted in October 2015, performing with world-renowned director Emir Kusturica, two-time laureate of the Cannes Film Festival and the No Smoking Orchestra. The group is highly sought after for performances in Russia, the United States, and all over the world.

Featuring Ivan Kuznetsov, balalaika; Anastasia Zakharova, domra/domra alto; Alexander Tarasov, button accordion; Ivan Vinogradov, balalaika contrabasso

February 19, 2020, Wednesday - HIIT the Hump Day w/STÔKE at Moxy

Time: 9:30am

Location: Moxy Minneapolis Downtown, 247 Chicago Avenue S

HIIT the Hump Day w/STÔKE

TONE & VIBE
Body Weight Yoga Sculpt
High Intensity Cardio Intervals
High Flow Vinyasa Intervals

(Options/Modifications offered)
All Fitness Levels Welcome!

Bring a mat, water and towel for class.

AVERAGE BURN
F:600-800 CAL
M: 900-1000 CAL

February 19, 2020, Wednesday - The Avant Garde: "Expressions of Black Progression: Homage to the Groove" Performance at Mill City Museum

Time:  6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Location: Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd Street

The Avant Garde Presents a Performance About the History and Impact of Black Music

Presented by The Avant Garde, Expressions of Black Progress: Homage To The Groove is a three-act concert and illustrated narrative, which focuses on the history of Black music and how it has always been a prominent component in uplifting and empowering American culture. It also is a reminder to uphold the elders who laid the foundation and to carry on tradition.

The performance features Ginger Commodore, Johnny Brown, and Kathleen Johnson with the band led by Ryan Bynum. The performance is hosted and directed by Chadwick Niles Phillips.

The show is appropriate for all ages and presented without intermission. Doors open at 6 pm; show begins at 6:30 pm. 

Please note that the museum gallery is not open on the night of the performance.

February 18, 2020, Tuesday - Revival Nights - February at Muse

Time: Social hour at 6PM, Worship begins at 7PM

Location: Muse Event Center, 107 3rd Ave N

Revival Nights - February

HEY FRIENDS! We're back for February Revival Nights and we could not be more stoked to see new faces as well as past friends! Don't miss this night. Invite your friends or family. All are welcome!

Revival Nights are monthly gatherings where we are building community, stirring hearts, and lifting up the name of Jesus to see revival in our city!

February 18, 2020, Tuesday - Freshly Squeezed Improv at honey

Time: 7p

Location: honey mpls, 205 E Hennepin Ave

Freshly Squeezed Improv

February is here, and Freshly Squeezed returns for our first regular show of 2020! Who's playing this month?

Sympathetic Magic - Julie Censullo, Will Schroeder, and Mahmoud Hakima

Awesome Floss - Brian Johnson and Adam Mellerup

Qween Terrible - Nora Coyle, Anna Tobin, Erin Kennedy, and Emily Lindholm

Swoon River - Shelby Schroeder, Nora Coyle, Will Schroeder, Michael Rogers, and John Hilsen

Suggested donation of $5, doors open at 6:30pm at the honey! See you there!

February 18, 2020, Tuesday - Vegan Baking 101 at Cooks of Crocus Hill

Time: 6p

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

Vegan Baking 101 

Ever wonder how to get the fluff without eggs in your baked goods? How about buttery goodness without butter? Vegan Baking 101 is a beginner's guide to the world of animal product-free baking. Not only will Chef Robin arm you with tasty vegan recipes but she'll also show you how to convert grandma’s cookie recipe into a new vegan tradition! Go Vegan!

Menu: Pistachio Thumbprints with Apricot Jam; Vegan Oreos; German Chocolate-Covered Cherry Cupcakes; Avocado Cupcakes with Avocado Lime Frosting; Classic White Cupcakes with Fruit Filling and Fluffy “Buttercream."

February 18, 2020, Tuesday - Oyster Shucking Class at Smack Shack

Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location:  Smack Shack, 603 Washington Avenue N

Oyster Shucking Class

Oyster Shucking Classes are back! Starting 10/8, join us every other Tuesday at Smack Shack to learn all about oysters and get one-on-one training on how to shuck an oyster from our Smack Shack Chef, Dave Buxton. Each participant will receive a dozen oysters and a shucking knife and glove to take home. Finish the class by sitting back and enjoying the fruits of your labor with a beverage pairing.

$60 per person. Space is limited, so hurry and reserve your spot.

February 17, 2020, Monday - Rosanne Cash w/John Leventhal at the Guthrie

Time:  7:30pm

Location: Guthrie Theater, 818 2nd Street S

Rosanne Cash w/John Leventhal

Singer-songwriter Rosanne Cash has made an illustrious mark on the industry with multiple Grammy Awards, an induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame and several bestselling books on her long list of achievements. She is heralded for her iconic sound that spans genres and appeals to multiple generations. We’re thrilled to welcome her to the Guthrie stage for a storied evening of memories and music from her celebrated career.

February 17, 2020, Monday - Bachata Class plus Social at CONGA

Time: 7:30-8pm BEGINNER BACHATA
          8:00-9:00pm BACHATA MIXED LEVEL/INTERMEDIATE
          9:15pm-11:00 SALSA and BACHATA SOCIAL Dance!

Location: Conga Latin Bistro, 501 Hennepin Ave E

Bachata Class plus Social at CONGA

We will have a 90 min BACHATA CLASS plus a FREE SOCIAL DANCE at CONGA LATIN BISTRO!!! $15 CASH or Paypal only. All Levels Welcome.

90 min class all are welcome to stay for part of all of the class! We start w beginning Bachata , then we progress to intermediate moves!

$15 CASH only (or check) for 90min Class. I also accept PayPal prior to the event.

Conga Latin Bistro has AMAZING FOOD and DRINKS! Please come early/stay late to enjoy!

February 17, 2020, Monday - MHNA Board of Directors Meeting

Time:  6:30 pm

Location: First Congregational Church | 500 8th Avenue SE

Marcy-Holmes Neighborhood Association Board of Directors Meeting

***SPECIAL MONDAY DATE***

Regular monthly meeting of the MHNA Board of Directors. Everyone is welcome to attend. Agenda forthcoming.

February 16, 2020, Sunday - Northeast Farmers Market Winter Market

Time: 10:00am to 2:00pm

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Location: Solar Arts by Chowgirls, 711 15th Avenue NE

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Northeast Farmers Market Winter Market

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We will proudly feature music on vinyl by The Ring Toss Twins, monthly kids activities, local beer, Bloody Mary’s and mimosas at the Chowgirls Killer Catering bar, plus a great variety of over 35 local vendors. It will be a weekend destination with something to offer for all!

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Future dates: March 15 and April 19

February 16, 2020, Sunday - Honeymoon & Destination Wedding Showcase at Convention Center

Time: 12p - 4p

Location: Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S

Honeymoon & Destination Wedding Showcase

Planning a destination wedding or honeymoon? This show is a must!

The Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Showcase is Minnesota’s only event designed exclusively by The Wedding Guys® for honeymooners and couples planning destination weddings.

With so many couples choosing to get married abroad or looking to honeymoon in a range of exotic destinations, there is a high demand for expert travel assistance. There are so many details to think about when planning a destination wedding and until now, there has not been a single resource where you can check off everything on your list.

The Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Showcase is designed to bring all the best options for you to discover the array of romantic travel opportunities available for either your honeymoon, destination wedding, mini-moons or weddingmoons. Who knew there were so many options?

Step into planning paradise and find our handpicked selection of knowledgeable travel suppliers and the finest travel experts; from key locations from across the globe to unique local destinations, perfect for a wedding closer to home. You will have the opportunity to learn expert advice; from the legal requirements of planning a destination wedding, to selecting the perfect options to entertain all of your guests. Our travel professionals are excited to share travel suggestions, insider tips, ideas and rates for planning the perfect trip.

Pick-up brochures, videos, DVDs, and other resources and learn the latest trends on destination weddings, getting married at an international location and the best hotel options for your wedding. The information gained from this event is invaluable and is key to setting you on the right path of an enjoyable and stress-free destination experience.

Get inspired by our range of wedding experts from the key locations from across the globe and local travel agents that can help get you there! Nowhere else can you meet such an extensive array of international wedding coordinators, hoteliers, resorts, travel agents, tourism boards, and tour operators to help you plan your trip of a lifetime. Our experts have traveled extensively around the world including Tahiti, Thailand, Australia, the South Pacific, Italy, Greece, France, Africa, Caribbean, South and Central America, Mexico and more. They know the ins and outs of planning the most perfect destination wedding and honeymoon and will provide inspiration so you can plan your dream wedding or honeymoon with ease and excitement!

Your admission to the Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Showcase also grants access to UNVEILED, the region’s premier bridal event, so you can shop for any of the other services you need for your big day! The Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Showcase only happens twice a year so make sure to get your tickets now.

YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:
•Chance to win the Aruba Wedding Giveaway
•Free Wedding Trends Look Book ($19.95 value)
•Access to UNVEILED - The Ultimate Wedding Planning Event
•Expert Advice from travel professionals

The Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Showcase includes signature features:

DESTINATIONS
Meet travel destinations from around the world who cater specifically to honeymooners and destination wedding groups. Find out more about a Tahitian wedding, plan a honeymoon in Costa Rica or a mini-moon in Mexico. Experts can walk you through the distinct details of each unique destination.

ALL-INCLUSIVES
Find out all that the all-inclusive can offer you. From carefree honeymoons to all-inclusive weddings, these go-to-options for couples that want to make it easy, will offer great in-sight to this travel category.

RESORTS
Discover resort properties both close to home and around the world. Discover the ones that actually specialize in helping you craft the perfect day.

TRAVEL AGENTS
Meet with local travel agents that have the expertise to help with all the details, from the legal requirements to what are the best properties based on their own personal experience. The best part is that these experts don’t cost you any extra, so take advantage of their knowledge and the special pricing they are able to access through their networks.

February 16, 2020, Sunday - Succ It Up Buttercup Plant Bar at Modist Brewing Co.

Time: 12p - 4p

Location: Modist Brewing Company, 505 N 3rd Street

Succ It Up Buttercup Plant Bar 

Join Minnesota’s original and largest traveling succulent bar, Succ It Up Buttercup, at Modist Brewing Companyy in Minneapolis for a Build-Your-Own Plant Bar!

This is a come as you please, open house style event. No registration or ticket purchase needed (please mark yourself as going on this event page so we can be sure to bring enough supplies for everyone attending.) Come any time between 12 pm to 4 pm to create your very own unique, one of a kind plant(s) creation! We supply hundreds of containers from vintage to modern and a whole bunch of beautiful succulents, cacti, air plants & houseplants! If you have your own container you would like to use, feel free to bring it and we will take $1 off your total.

Prices are between $18- $33 (cash or credit) depending on how many, and which type of plants you choose to put in your container. All prices listed below include everything you need to plant and decorate your arrangement, including any size container.

BREAKDOWN OF COST:

SUCCULENTS-
Starts at $18 and increases $5 for each additional succulent added. Cacti may be substitued for succulents for an additional $3 in addition to cost above, per cactus added.

AIR PLANTS-
Starts at $13 and increases $3 per additional air plant added.

HOUSEPLANTS-
1 houseplant of your choice in ONE container is $20 (includes all planting materials).

Costs listed above are PER container.
Visit our website at www.succitupbuttercup.com for more about us and our events.

February 16, 2020, Sunday - Self Love C2 with Thai Body Work at Day Block Brewing Company

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM

Location: Day Block Brewing Company, 1105 S Washington Ave

Self Love C2 with Thai Body Work

Join CorePower Downtown Minneapolis for a free C2 event that will leave you feeling all the love!

Grace M and Thomas S will lead you through an energizing and restorative C2 practice followed by a partner thai body work session with Emily Rose. Bring a friend, your sweetheart or make a new friend! Stick around after class for free body work from Michael Amal and discounted mimosas from Day Block!

February 16, 2020, Sunday - Minnesota Bach Ensemble: Emperors and Tyrants at MacPhail (2 days)

Times: Sunday, February 16, 3 pm and Monday, February 17, 7 pm

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

Minnesota Bach Ensemble: Emperors and Tyrants

Often regarded as Handel’s magnum opus, Giulio Cesare recounts the story of the Roman Emperor on his conquests in Egypt. Filled with murder, betrayal, revenge and a passionate love story, the opera displays Handel’s powerful storytelling.

The dramatic arias and their virtuosic vocal lines mirror the characters’ unscrupulous ambitions within the bloody plot. The Minnesota Bach Ensemble is thrilled to welcome a truly stellar cast for their selected highlights from the opera. Adults $30, students $10.

February 16, 2020, Sunday - Pillsbury A-Mill Tour

Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Location: A-Mill Artist Lofts, 415 Main Street SE

Pillbury A Mill Tour

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 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.

Future date: March 8 and 22, April 5 and 19

February 16, 2020, Sunday - Minneapolis Vintage Market at Machine Shop

Time: 11 AM – 5 PM

Location: Machine Shop, 300 2nd Street SE 

Minneapolis Vintage Market

The February edition of Minneapolis Vintage Market will return to the Machine Shop.

Organizers are thrilled to return to the hottest event venue in town with our largest indoor marketplace of the year. This beautiful venue has room for even more wonderful vintage vendors, making it a mini-city full of vintage treasures Brought to you by the team behind Minneapolis Craft Market, Minneapolis Vintage Market is a monthly marketplace focused on premium vintage and one-of-a-kind treasures. The market is mobile and pops up at venues throughout the Twin Cities featuring a rotating selection of vendors each month. Purchase an Early Bird Admission ticket to gain access to the market one hour before it opens to the general public. Browse dozens of amazing vendors without the crowds, get first pick of one-of-a-kind items and shop at your leisure.

Your $10 admission ticket includes fresh roasted, single origin coffee from SK Coffee to sip on while you shop.

February 15, 2020, Saturday - Casting Call: 'Love Island' at Surly Brewing Company

Time:  12:30 PM – 5 PM

Location: Surly Brewing Company, 520 Malcolm Avenue SE

Casting Call: 'Love Island'

Audition to be a cast member on the CBS hit show Love Island USA and go on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to find love!

Join WCCO-TV at Surly Brewing Company on Saturday, February 15th from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the chance to become a contestant on LOVE ISLAND.

Be sure to arrive early! At 12:30 p.m. there will be a Q&A with LOVE ISLAND Narrator, Matthew Hoffman, and season one Islanders. The first 600 contestants will receive an official LOVE ISLAND water bottle.

All contestants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age or older by March 20, 2020 and meet these additional eligibility requirements: http://wcco.com/loveisland

Want to speed up the application process? Please review the eligibility requirements, download, sign and bring the video release beforehand, included in the link above.

Never seen an episode of Love Island? To learn more about the show, visit: https://www.cbs.com/shows/love-island/

February 15, 2020, Saturday - Big Climb Minneapolis at Capella Tower

Time: 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Location: Capella Tower, 225 S 6th Street

Big Climb Minneapolis

Step up to take cancer down.

Join the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) in the fight to cure cancer by participating in Big Climb. Challenge yourself to climb 53 or 105 floors to the top of Capella Tower and raise critical funds in support of cancer research and patient support.

Registration & Fundraising
Registration is $20 until October 31, 2019. It will go up to $30 on November 1, 2019, then up to $40 on January 16, 2020.

Participation in Big Climb requires a minimum fundraising commitment of $100 (registration fee does not count towards minimum). Don't worry, we'll help you raise that in no time!

Your registration and minimum fundraising amount guarantee you a bib to track your time and a medal to celebrate your climb!

Register Now: BigClimb.org/MPLS

February 15, 2020, Saturday - Birthday Party for Susan B. Anthony at Hennepin History Museum

Time: 9 AM – 7 PM

Location: Hennepin History Museum, 2303 Third Avenue S

Birthday Party for Susan B. Anthony

Join us in celebrating Susan B. Anthony’s 200th birthday!

Suffrage Artist in Residence Madeline Hansen will lead a day-long celebration honoring this leader in the movement for women’s right to vote. Over the course of the day, members of the public will participate in “The Cabinet Meeting” a reader’s theater play based on the premise that Susan B. Anthony is elected President and appoints a diverse set of accomplished women to her cabinet. Participants will read the play aloud under the direction of Madeline Hansen. The public is invited to participate in the reading, enjoy a piece of birthday cake, and sign Susan B. Anthony’s birthday card. The play will take place in the Great Room, which will be specially decorated for the occasion.

Claim your place in the cast! Scripts range from a couple of sentences to a page and a half. Individual registration is available at the link provided. To inquire about participating as part of a group or organization, please call Hennepin History Museum at 612-870-1329.

$8 / $5 Seniors and Students / free for Museum members

This program is part of Hennepin History Museum’s “Suffrage Saturday” series, which explores the themes of women’s suffrage through short presentations and hands-on activities. These programs are offered on the third Saturday of each month from November 2019 through June 2020.