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Events, Programs and Volunteer Opportunities in the Twin Cities metro. Updated regularly!
Send Community Calendar information to us by: email, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , by fax: 612-588-2031, by phone: (612) 588-1313 or by mail: 1815 Bryant Ave. N. Minneapolis, MN 55411, Attn: Ben Williams. Free or low cost events preferred.
Events
Shiloh Temple Intl. Min. is hosting an all night bash - Mar. 12
1 Party, 3 different locations, $30.00 March 12th at 9 p.m. 612-302-1463.
Twin Cities Sustainable Communities Conference - Mar 12, 13
Central Lutheran Church, 333 12th Street S., Mpls. (next to the Mpls Convention Center). Local Government Sustainability Workshop - Fri., Mar. 12 Noon to 5pm, Central Lutheran Church, 333 12th Street S, Mpls. Free. http://www.afors.org/
Youth Leadership Summit - Mar 12, 13
All High School youth are invited to Folwell Park, 1615 Dowling Ave N, Mpls. www.cyepmn.org, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , 612-432-8594.
Gaza—One Year Later - Mar 13
Sat., Mar. 13, 1:00 p.m. at Matthews Community Center, 2318 29th Ave. South, Mpls. Guest Speaker: Jennifer Loewenstein. Sponsored by: The WAMM Middle East. FFI: Call 612-827-5364.
Art Squared - Mar 13
Sat, Mar 13, 7 - 10 pm, at Tillie's Bean coffee shop, 1931 Nicollet Ave. S. 612-874-2840, www.sscoweb.org. An art sale and fundraiser to benefit the Cinema & Civics movies-in-the-park series, the two-day Red Hot Art festival, and other public arts programming in the Stevens Square-Loring Heights neighborhood.
Power of Community: How Cuba Survived Peak Oil - Mar 14
Sun., Mar. 14, 2:00 - 4:30 PM at Rondo Outreach Public Library (University and Dale) in St. Paul. This film documents how Cuba is surviving their country's 'true' oil crisis. http://www.powerofcommunity.org/cm/index.php
Regina Carter, Jazz violinist - Mar 15
Mon., March 15, 7:30 PM at Northrop Memorial Auditorium, 84 Church Street S.E., Mpls. $40. www.reginacarter.com
Readings by Writers Hosted by Carol Connolly – Mar. 16
Tues, Mar. 16, 7:30pm at The Commodore Hotel, 79 Western Ave., Saint Paul. 651-222-1751, www.publicartstpaul.org
Flight of Fashion - Mar 16
Tues., Mar. 16, from 5:30 - 8:00 PM at the Mall of America. Tix: $20 until Mar. 15, $25 at the door. "An evening of networking, a fashion show with the latest spring attire and information on helping women and their children become financially stable" http://wingsfashionshow.eventbrite.com
Vail Place 2010 Annual Meeting, "The Road to Recovery" - Mar. 16
Tues., 4:30 PM at St. Mary’s Greek Orthodox Church, 3450 Irving Avenue South Mpls. No cost to attend but donations are welcome. All event proceeds will benefit Vail Place’s mental health recovery services. RSVP To: Greg Heaton-Hill, 952-938-9622 Ext. 25. www.vailplace.org
Governor Candidate’s Forum - Mar. 18
6:30 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at Minneapolis North Community High School. Confirmed attendance: State Representatives: Margaret Anderson-Kelliher, Paul Thissen, Tom Rukavina, State Senator John Marty, Matt Entenza, Ole Savior and Peter Idusogie. More info: Troy Parker, (612) 242-0892.
The Minnesota Sinfonia with pianist Loren Fishman - Mar. 19, 20
Fri., Mar 19, 7 p.m. at Founders Hall, Metropolitan State University, 700 East Seventh Street, St. Paul and 2 p.m. Sat., Mar. 20 at the Basilica of St. Mary, 88 17th Street N., Mpls. Free and open to the public, no tickets needed. 612-871-1701. www.mnsinfonia.org
Special Needs Adoption Training workshop - Mar. 19, 20
Call Lynne Haggar at (612) 879-5230, or 1-888-205-3769, to register for the 2-day training on March 19 & 20. The training will be held at The Center for Changing Lives, 2400 Park Avenue, Mpls. (Centrum B), 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri., March 19 and 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Sat., March 20. www.minnesotaadoption.org.
African Violet Society of Minnesota Spring Judged Show and Sale – Mar 19 thru 20
Har Mar Mall Snelling and County Road B, Roseville, MN. 651-631-0340. Fri, March 19: 10:00am - 8:00pm. Sat, March 20: 10:00am - 4:00pm. http://sites.google.com/site/avsminnesota
Rally and March: “Bring the Troops Home Now!” - Mar. 20
Sat., Mar. 20, 1:00 p.m. Gather at Third and Cedar Avenue on the West Bank in Mpls.. March to a closing rally at Bedlam Theatre, 1501 South Sixth Street, Mpls.
6th Annual Thinking College Early Fair – Mar. 20
For students and parents grades 6-12. Sat., Mar. 20, 9 am - noon at Harding Senior High School, 1540 E Sixth Street, St. Paul. (651) 603-4948, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Bird Watching on Snowshoes at Wirth Park – Mar. 20
Sat., Mar. 20, 10 to 11:30 am. Bring your own binoculars and field guides or indicate that you need them at registration. Meet at the Wirth Beach parking lot on Glenwood Ave. just east of Theodore Wirth Parkway. If there is less than 6 inches of snow, the event will be cancelled. Registration required, call 612-313-7725. $10.
LSS to hold Adoption Information Meeting - Mar. 20
Sat, March 20, from 10 a.m. – 12:00 noon at the Center for Changing Lives (Room 182), located at 2400 Park Ave., Mpls.
Waite Park Gala & Silent Auction - Mar. 20
Sat., Mar. 20, 7 - 11 p.m. at East Side Neighborhood Services, 1700 2nd Street NE, Mpls. Tickets: $20/person (includes full buffet and drinks). Available at the door.
Remnant Seed Ministry Annual Fundraiser and Health Expo – Mar 21
Sun., March 21, 12:30pm - 5:00pm. 3500 Williston Road, Minnetonka, MN. Free admission. www.remnantseed.com
Hennepin County Foreclosure Workshop - Mar 23
Tues, March 23, 6:30 p.m. at Hennepin County Library – Augsburg Park, 7100 Nicollet Ave., Richfield. Hennepin County Taxpayers Services and the Minnesota Home Ownership. 952-847-5300.
How are the children? – Mar. 24
Mar. 24, 8:15 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the University of St. Thomas School of Law in downtown Mpls. The cost is $25. Registration is now open at www.stthomas.edu/law/rsvp/. Lunch and snacks included. Limited Scholarships available. Please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.
Program helps people with disabilities gain control, flexibility – Mar. 25
If you are disabled and want more control, flexibility and responsibility for your care, come to a free information session about the “Consumer Support Grant” on Thurs., Mar. 25, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., at the Hennepin County Library – Ridgedale, 12601 Ridgedale Drive, Room 229, Minnetonka. To attend, you must register. Call 612-596-6631 or go to www.hennepin.us/adsinfo. For directions call 952-847-8800.
PACER workshop explores charter schools - Mar. 25
Thurs., Mar. 25, from 7 to 9 p.m., at PACER Center, 8161 Normandale Blvd., Bloomington, Minn. To register, call PACER at 952-838-9000 or 952-838-0190 (TTY). In Greater Minnesota, call 800-537-2237 (toll free) or visit PACER.org.
2nd Family Night (Welcome parents and friends) - Mar. 25
Thurs., Mar. 25, 4:30 - 7:00 pm at Hmong International Academy - Minneapolis Public School, 1501 - 30th Avenue North. 612-668-2250
Jawaahir Dance Company & Cassandra Enchanted Evening – Mar. 26
Fri., Mar. 26 at 8 p.m., doors open 7:30pm at The Jawaahir Studio Theater, 1940 Hennepin Ave. Mpls. Tickets: $15, on-line at www.jawaahir.org or at the door. 612-872-6050.
Cheerful Givers Great Minnesota Birthday Party – Mar. 27
Sat., Mar. 27, 1 - 3 pm at Mall of America, Sears Court. M.A. Rosko from Fox 9 will MC the event. www.cheerfulgivers.org
African Dance / Afro Modern - Ongoing
African Dance: Every Wednesday 7:00pm - 8:30pm. Live drumming by Fode Bangoura & Dan Handeen. Afro Modern: Every Thursday 5:30pm - 7:00pm. Zenon Dance Company and School, 528 Hennepin Ave. #400 Mpls. Visit http://www.zenondance.org/news.asp?news_id=503 for details & registration.
Hungry Planet: What the World Eats – Now thru May 9
Bell Museum of Natural History, 17th Ave. SE in Minneapolis, on the University of Minnesota campus. Free admission on Sundays. Info: 612-624-7083. Register: 612-624-9050.
From Hybrid Corn to Honeycrisps: University Agricultural Success Stories by Photographer David – Now thru May 9
Bell Museum of Natural History, 17th Ave. SE in Minneapolis, on the University of Minnesota campus. Free admission on Sundays. Info: 612-624-7083. Register: 612-624-9050.
The Enlightened Guidance Expo - May 16
Sun., May 16, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at The Medina Entertainment Center: 500 Highway 55, Medina, Minnesota, 55340. (763) 684-1453, www.enlightenedguidanceexpo.org
Soap Boxing Poetry Slam – Apr. 5
Every 1st Monday - at the Artists’ Quarter in Downtown St. Paul. Doors open at 7 pm - Slam begins at 8 pm. $5 cover - free if you compete. (612) 207-7991, www.soap-boxing.com
Screening of Food, Inc – Apr. 8
Tues., Apr. 8, 6 pm at School of Environmental Studies, 12155 Johnny Cake Road, Apple Valley. Free, with donations to the School of Environmental Studies Education Foundation encouraged. 952-891-1212, #239. www.valleynaturalfoods.com
St. Joan of Arc Church Mental Illness Ministry Meeting – Apr. 12
Mon, Apr 12: Dr. Henry Emmons, The Chemistry of Joy; 5:45pm: light meal provided; 7--8:15pm: Dr. Emmons; free; open to all; St. Joan of Arc Church Mental Illness Ministry, Door 1, 4537 Third Av S, Mpls; Roseann Rogers, 612.823.8205; Mary This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; www.st.joan.com
The 2010 Noble Lecture: Archiving Black Transnational Modernity – Apr. 13
Tuesday, April 13, 7 p.m. at the Minnesota History Center, 345 Kellogg Blvd W., St. Paul. Free. Info: 651-259-3000, 800-657-3773, 651-282-6073 (TTY), www.minnesotahistorycenter.org
Buchenwald and Beyond - Apr. 18
Sun., April 18 at 5000 Girard Avenue South, Mpls. 3 - 4 p.m., reception to follow. Free, open to the public. 952-693-5206, www.worldwithoutgenocide.org
Hennepin County foreclosure workshop – Apr. 24
Sat., April 24, 10:30 a.m. at Hennepin County Library – Sumner, 611 Van White Memorial Blvd., Mpls. 952-847-2875.
Event: History Lounge: Near v. Minnesota: How Far Have We Come? - Apr. 27
Tues., Apr. 27, 7 p.m. at Minnesota History Center, 345 Kellogg Blvd W., St. Paul. Free. Info: 651-259-3000, 800-657-3773, 651-282-6073 (TTY), www.minnesotahistorycenter.org
22nd Annual Dandelion Day Celebration - May 16
Sun., May 16, 1 – 4 p.m. at the historic Ard Godfrey House, at the corner of University & Central Avenues SE, in Chute Square in Mpls. FFI: The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis at 612-813-5300, or visit www.ardgodfreyhouse.org
Edina Art Fair - June 4 to 6
Friday, June 4 through Sunday, June 6. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday. 50th & France neighborhood of Edina. www.edinaartfair.com, 952-922-1524.
How Secretaries Changed the 20th-Century Office: Design, Image, and Culture - Ongoing
Gallery runs Now through May 23; Opening Friday, Feb 5, 6-8 pm at Goldstein Museum of Design, College of Design, University of Minnesota, 364 McNeal Hall, 1985 Buford Avenue, St. Paul. http://goldstein.design.umn.edu
Classic Black films at VOA Park Elder Center - Ongoing
First and third Mondays of each month, 11 am - 12:15 pm. These films are free of charge and the public is invited. Popcorn, hotdogs and drinks are provided for a suggested donation of $1. VOA Park ElderCenter, 1505 Park Ave. Mpls. 612-339-7581, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
‘Soap Boxing’ poetry slam – Ongoing
Monday's at the Artist's Quarter, 408 St Peter Street, St. Paul. (Under Great Water’s Brewery) $5 cover (free if you compete in the Slam) 18+. Doors @ 7 pm. Slam @ 8:00. FFI: 612-207-7991, www.soap-boxing.com, www.myspace.com/soapboxingslam
Artists Quarter Open Mic – Ongoing
Monday's at the Artist's Quarter 408 St. Peter Street, St. Paul. Live Jazz by “Green” from 7 pm till 9:30 pm, No cover – two drink minimum
Willard-Homewood Block Club Leaders (and Residents) Meetings – Ongoing
Every third Thursday of the month, 6:30-8:00 pm at Northpoint Health & Wellness Center, 1315 Penn Ave. N. (Human Services Building, not the clinic), Mpls., Room 108. See the block club page at www.willard-homewood.org.
Wanted: Community-minded book lovers - Ongoing
One in seven U.S. adults lack the literacy skills necessary to enjoy great books, help their children with homework, or understand medication labels. But you can change this by volunteering with the Minnesota Literacy Council. With only two or three hours a week, your love of reading can create a stronger community. Tutor an adult learner, assist in an adult classroom, or teach a basic English or GED class. We have locations throughout the Twin Cities area, flexible scheduling and training to help you get started. Contact Allison at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 651-645-2277, Ext 219 or visit us on the web at www.themlc.org.
Get to Know Guild – Ongoing
Hear from individuals served, family members, and staff about the work Guild Incorporated is doing to help people move along their paths of recovery. To RSVP or for more information, call George Broostin at 651-925-8454. Visit www.guildincorporated.org/events.htm for more info.
Touch Kickball at Phelps Park – Ongoing
Come and play TOUCH kickball with your family & friends June 27 - Aug. 22 (except the 4th of July). 4:00 every Saturday at PHELPS PARK, 39th & Chicago Ave. More information: 612-824-4900, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Neighborhood Development Center business workshops – Ongoing
NDC is a non-profit that works to empower low-income Twin Cities communities through successful entrepreneurship. Visit www.ndc-mn.org or call 651-291-2480 for information. Workshops are free.
Credit Smart – Ongoing
FREE class explains how to manage credit. Tuesdays from 6–8 pm at the Minneapolis Urban League, Glover-Sudduth Center, 2100 Plymouth Ave. N., Minneapolis. To RSVP call Theresa at 612-827-9268.
Minneapolis Urban League CAC and UNP Meetings – Ongoing
September 16th, 2009, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, Lao Assistance Center
November 18th, 2009, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, Minneapolis Urban League
December 16th, 2009, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Urban Research and Outreach/ Engagement Center
January 20th 2009, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, Urban Research and Outreach/ Engagement Center
February 17th, 2010, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Urban Research and Outreach/ Engagement Center
March 17th 2010, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, Urban Research and Outreach/ Engagement Center
April; 21st, 2010, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Urban Research and Outreach/ Engagement Center
May 19th, 2010, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, Urban Research and Outreach/ Engagement Center
HIV/AIDS prevention and awareness workshops – Ongoing
To schedule a workshop, contact the Minneapolis Urban League at (612) 302-3100 and ask for our case management services program.
Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World – Now through Jul 4
Minnesota History Center, 345 Kellogg Blvd W., St. Paul. Nov. 27, 2009 through July 4, 2010. http://events.mnhs.org
