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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
Sample Night - Sept 1
Preview a dozen performing arts events the first Wednesday of every month. At History Theatre 30 E. 10th St. St. Paul. Act I (G-rated): 7pm. Act II (Unrated): 8:15pm.
WomenVenture – Sept. 2
The Best Place to Start 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM at WomenVenture, 2324 University Avenue West
St Paul, MN, Free. Overview of WomenVenture’s programs and services.
Business Ownership 101 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM at WomenVenture, 2324 University Avenue West
St Paul, MN, $40. Explore starting and financing new businesses from the people who know best -- small business owners!
Off-leash dog park at King Park is focus of public meeting - Sept. 2
A public meeting on the proposed off-leash dog area at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park will be held at 6:30pm Thur. Sept. 2, at the park’s recreation center, 4055 Nicollet Ave. S.
Zeta Phi Deta 3rd Annual Health Fair - Sept 11
This free event will take place at the Harriet Tubman Center located at 3111 First Ave. S, Mpls, From 10am-1pm. Vendors Include: UCare, Food Drug Administration, The Minneapolis Fire Department, Doula services and more.
PACER Center workshop addresses special education process - Sept 13
“IDEA: Blueprint for Understanding the Special Education Process,” a free workshop for parents of children with disabilities and professionals. It is on Mon., Sept. 13, 2010, from 6:30-9:30pm, at PACER Center, 8161 Normandale Blvd., Bloomington, MN. Advance registration is requested. To register, call 952-838-9000.
PACER Center workshop addresses special education - Sept 14
“Special Education: What Do I Need to Know,” a free workshop for parents of children with disabilities. It is on Tuesday, Sept. 14, from 6:30-8:30pm, at Bloomington Education Center, 1350 West 106th St., Bloomington, MN. Advance registration is requested. To register, call 952-838-9000.
PACER Center workshop addresses early childhood special education services - Sept 16
“Talk the Talk,” a free workshop for parents of children with disabilities from birth to age 7. It is on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2010, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at PACER Center, 8161 Normandale Blvd., Bloomington, Mn. Advance registration is requested. To register, call 952-838-9000.
Grand Puba Performance - Sept 17
Grand Puba of Brand Nubian to Perform Live @ Suburban World Theatre (Uptown) 3022 Hennepin Avenue Mpls, MN Fri. Sept. 17th. Also Performing: DJ Mixwell / Blade Brown (The African Prince); DJ Stage 1 / OSP & Callous; Big Wiz / Dot Ten; Mally / Truth Maze; Mujah Messiah. Call for times: 952-270-6700.
“Know Your Numbers” Health Fair - Sept 18
Promoting healthy lifestyles by empowering people through education and screenings, while creating increased awareness of community resources that are available to individuals and families. At Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, 451 Central Ave. W, St. Paul Sat., Sept. 18, 10am-1pm.
Traditional Congolese and Afro Fonk Dance Workshop - Sept 18, 19, 20
Sat, Sept 18, 1–2:30pm; Sun, Sept 19; 1–2:30pm; Mon, Sept 20 6:30pm–8pm. @ Hennepin Center for the Arts Studio 2A – 528 Hennepin Ave – Mpls. Pre Reg Offer: $14/Class, $17/drop in. Pre Reg Offer ends Sept 12th. Visit www.duniyadrumanddance.org for more info and to pre-register.
NAMIWalks Changing Minds One Step at a Time - Sept. 25
NAMIWalks is a 5K walk to increase public awareness of mental illness, fight stigma, and raise funds for NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. NAMIWalks Minnesota will be held at Minnehaha Park in Minneapolis on Saturday, Sept. 25 at 1pm. For info: www.namihelps.org or call 651-645-2948 ext. 115 to register for the walk, captain a team, volunteer, or give a donation.
Chocolate - The Exhibition - Oct 2 - Jan 2
From rainforest treasure to luscious treat — immerse yourself in the story of chocolate. Minnesota History Center, 345 Kellogg Blvd W., St. Paul MN 55102-1903.
Minneapolis Performing & Visual Arts College Fair - Oct 19
College-bound high school students interested in pursuing undergraduate studies in the areas of music, dance, theatre, visual arts, graphic design, and other related disciplines are encouraged to attend. Tue., Oct. 19th 7-9pm. Twin Cities Coffman Memorial Union, U of M.
Frontiers in Racial Equity Conference - Nov 18
The conference will gather educators, business people, elected officials, community members and policymakers who will learn about successful programs and models that have resulted in academic success for students of color. Thur. Nov. 18 9am-5pm. Coffman Memorial Union, U of M, 300 Washington Ave. SE Mpls. $150 for MMEP members/$175 for nonmembers valid until Oct. 15, 2010. After that prices raise to $200 and $250 respectively
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.
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.
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.
Senior Companions Make a Difference - Ongoing
Are you interested in visiting homebound or isolated elders in their homes and helping with transportation for appointments or errands? If so, the Senior Companion Program would like to match you with people in the community who need a little extra help to stay in their homes. Senior Companion volunteers earn a tax-free stipend, mileage reimbursement, training and liability insurance while serving. Volunteers must be 55 or older and serve 15 hours a week. For more information, contact Ron Urbanski with the Senior Companion Program of Lutheran Social Service at 651-310-9445 or at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Sabathani Farmers Market - Ongoing
Every Wednesday, 3:30-6:30pm. @ Sabathani Community Center 310 E. 38th St. Mpls, MN 55409 Tel: 612-827-5981
New Saturday African dance class with Whitney - Now-August
African Dance with Whitney. Sat. 1-2:30pm $12 Jawaahir Studios 1940 Hennepin Ave. Mpls.
Hazelden Offers Free Educational Opportunity - Ongoing
Concerned about someone’s alcohol or drug use? Addressing Concerns Together (ACT), Hazelden's new outreach program, can help. Join us for a free event to learn more about addiction, intervention, assessment, and treatment. Hazelden’s St. Paul campus, 680 Stewart Ave., St. Paul. 2nd and 4th Mon. of each month at 6pm. This is an open event and there is no need to register. If you have questions, please contact Hazelden at 800-257-7800.
West African Drumming with Fode Bangoura - Ongoing
Learn traditional rhythms from Guinea West Africa. This is an open level class that will teach beginners basic technique and foundations of hand drumming while offering experienced drummers the opportunity to broaden their repertoire and learn challenging accompaniment. Every Tuesday 5:30-7pm Patrick's Cabaret 3010 Minnehaha Ave. S. $17 per class, $150 - 10 class card, $5 Drum rental - Must call or email ahead if renting a drum (651-338-5409).
Minnesota’s Waiting Children Free Information Sessions - Ongoing
Downey Side…families for youth invites community members to attend a FREE information session regarding adoption and Minnesota’s Waiting Children. Sessions are held every third Tuesday of the month from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Downey Side’s St. Paul office located in the Bigelow Building at 450 No. Syndicate Street – Suite 380.
Midtown begins Tuesday farmers market - Ongoing
Starting on June 1, the Midtown Farmers Market will be open Tuesdays from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at 2225 East Lake, the very same location as our Saturday (8:00 to 1:00) market. Experience Midtown's new mix of vendors and wares—you'll find your week's worth of seasonal produce, a selection of arts and crafts, and delicious dinner or late afternoon snacks (gelato, pizza, hotdogs, doughnuts)!
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 Elder Center, 1505 Park Ave. Mpls. 612-339-7581, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Credit Smart- Ongoing
FREE Credit Education Classes. Every Tuesday, 6-8pm. Minneapolis Urban League 2100 Plymouth Ave. N. Mpls. www.mul.org Contact Theresa (612) 827- 9268.
Realizing the American Dream – Ongoing
Home Buyer Program. First Thurs. of every month, 6-8pm. $25.00 per Family
Minneapolis Urban League 2100 Plymouth Ave. N. Mpls. www.mul.org Contact Theresa (612) 827- 9268.
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