Norwegian language lesson for preschoolers with song, dance, and good books
April 5, 10 to 11 a.m.
Norway House
913 East Franklin Ave., Mpls
Sing, play, and create with teacher Kari Stern at Norway House while learning Norwegian! We will read a children’s book in Norwegian, which will form the theme for the day. Our songs and activities will tie into the story, making for a fun morning of learning and playing together. For kids 2 to 4 years old with a parent or caregiver.
Ticket price is per family.
April Rainbow Pages Queer Book Club!
April 10, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Tropes & Trifles
2709 East 38th St., Mpls.
Join us for the Rainbow Pages Book Club, a queer book club hosted by a queer bookseller, hosted by Katrina! For our April meeting, we are reading “Better Left Buried”, by Mary E. Roach.
We’ll have small-group discussion, and a game/activity related to the book, before wrapping up with a large-group lightning round! It’s going to be great AND there will be fidgets — use one of ours or bring your own.
A Spring Evening Sound Bath
April 11, 8 p.m.
The Cedar Cultural Center
416 Cedar Ave. S., Mpls.
An immersive healing meditation orchestrated by the rich tones of gongs, drums, singing bells, cello, chimes, hand-pans and bells. Percussionist shape shifter Marc Anderson and special guests will take us on a relaxing journey with the goal of leaving us refreshed, renewed and realigned. Everyone is welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat, meditation pillow, blanket or whatever you need to feel relaxed — an open heart especially. We ask that shoes be left at our coat racks, too.
The Secret Life of Puppets
April 12, 2:30 to 4 p.m.
East Lake Library
2727 E. Lake St., Mpls.
Grades K through 5. Take a trip around the world and across time to learn the tricks of turning sticks, cloth, string, and even your own hands into fun characters. Z Puppets will demonstrate different styles of puppets and share hands-on exploration of what’s behind the magic! Collaborator: Z Puppets Rosenschnoz.
Backyard Chicken Basics Class
April 12, 1 to 3 p.m.
Virtual (Egg|Plant Urban Farm Supply, Co.)
Hosted online via Zoom, you will be emailed more information after sign-up. This class satisfies requirements for permit applications in Minneapolis and some metro suburbs. Covering all aspects of backyard flock management in an urban setting: permits, choosing varieties, raising chicks, coop and run requirements, feed and nutrition, common health issues, predators, cold-climate care, composting chicken waste, etc.
Minneapolis Vintage Market at Machine Shop
April 13, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Machine Shop
300 2nd Street Southeast, Mpls.
Two floors of Minnesota’s best vintage clothing, accessories and home goods vendors in one spot. We’ll have a coffee pop-up, a food truck and Machine Shop bar open for beverage purchases, plus DJ Buster Baxter spinning tunes. Tickets required. Reserve a free shopping pass for entry 12-4 p.m., or an Early Bird ticket for entry one hour before the general public at 11 a.m., complimentary coffee, and first dibs on all the one-of-a-kind goodies.
Early Bird: $10, GA: FREE. Early bird tickets are non-refundable.
Nim Vind, Evelyn’s Casket, They Live, and Die Ghost
April 16, 8 p.m., Doors at 7 p.m.
The Hook and Ladder Theater
3010 Minnehaha Ave., Mpls.
A Night of Horror Punk… A Ghoulish blend of haunting melody, aggressive street punk smothered in images of unspeakable horror. 21+, GA: $15 Box-Office, $16.95 Online, $20 Door
Book launch! Meghan Quinn’s Bridesmaid by Chance
April 15, 7 to 10 p.m.
Riverview Theater
3800 42nd Ave. S., Mpls.
Join us to celebrate the release of Bridesmaid by Chance, by bestselling author Meghan Quinn! Meghan will be joined in conversation by Ellie Palmer, author of Four Weekends and a Funeral.
Ticket cost includes a copy of Bridesmaid by Chance, as well as a fee to help offset venue rental costs. Tickets are non-transferable.
TC Cabaret: Broadway and Beyond
April 18, 8 to 10 p.m.
Gay 90’s Minneapolis
408 Hennepin Ave., Mpls.
Join us for a high-energy night as our TC Cabaret Troupe drops the curtain for a razzle-dazzle-filled evening of Broadway-inspired Burlesque, Dance, Singing, Pole, and Drag!
For fans of musicals, drama, and the magic of the theatre! Get ready for show-stopping performances, dazzling costumes, and unforgettable moments that will leave you cheering for an encore!
Microgreens Kids: Cascarones — A Smashing Mexican Easter Tradition!
April 19, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Seward Co-op Franklin Store
2823 E. Franklin Ave., Mpls.
Learn about the Mexican tradition of making and enjoying cascarones: decorated, confetti-filled eggs used for Easter celebrations. Seward Co-op staff member Natalia Mendez will share stories from their family about the history of the eggs, as well as instruct how to make, decorate, and enjoy them – with a crack over the heads of friends! A family-friendly, hands-on event. Tickets: $5, free for kids
Obtaining Employment While Living with a Mental Illness
April 23, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Minneapolis Central Library
RKMC Room (S-275)
300 Nicollet Mall, Mpls.
Employment can be an important part of recovery for those living with a mental illness. In this 1-hour class series, learn how to find employment, discuss and disclose mental illnesses in the workplace, request accommodations, and what benefits and supportive employment resources are available. Open to individuals living with a mental illness who are interested in gaining and keeping employment. This class is broken up into 4 parts on the following dates: April 23, May 28, June 25 and July 23
2025 Twin Cities Independent Bookstore Day Passport
April 23 through 27
37 Local Independent Bookstores
A fun way to visit bookstores in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area and win discounts and prizes! Our annual Bookstore Passport celebrates both Independent Bookstore Day (April 26) and our region’s bounty of great community-based bookstores.
The Passport is FREE to pick up at any participating store. During these five days, booklovers can travel to as many participating Twin Cities area bookstores as they can, getting their Passport stamped at each store — each stamped page becomes a discount coupon for a future visit, and readers who reach certain goals can enter to win prizes, including bookstore gift cards, free books and merchandise, and more. Information at raintaxi.com
Ultimate Game Night at Roxy’s Cabaret
Wednesdays in April, 7 to 11 p.m.
Roxy’s Cabaret
1333 Nicollet Mall Suite 150, Mpls.
From classic favorites like Monopoly and Scrabble to modern hits like Catan and The Game of Things, we’ve got a wide array of games to choose from. Sign up to play Mario Kart on our huge LED wall.
Spring Fling / Book Launch — “Cold War Cadence” by Bruce P. Gleason
April 24, 3 to 8 p.m.
American Swedish Institute
2600 Park Ave., Mpls
Join us for a wonderful evening that includes Free admission to the American Swedish Institute Museum. Happy Hour 3 to 5 p.m. with cash Bar. Stay for the presentation by the author of a new release “Cold War Cadence: A Military Musician’s Berlin Memoir” at 5 p.m. followed by Q & A and book signing with light refreshments and dessert. Bruce has performed extensive research on military music and his personal experiences while serving with the 298th U.S. Army Band of the Berlin Brigade, will provide a fascinating review of history. Plan to meet the author and buy your signed copy of the book.
Søndergård Conducts Future Classics
April 25, 8 to 10 p.m.
Orchestra Hall
1111 Nicollet Mall, Mpls.
If you believe classical music has a vibrant future, you know it’s important to nurture the next generation of creators. The Composer Institute, a residency for emerging composers, culminates in this concert of exciting new music played with rigor, conviction and heart by the Minnesota Orchestra. minnesotaorchestra.org
The Village Pop-Up Market
April 26, 12 to 5 p.m.
3338 University Ave. SE., Mpls.
Join us for a day of shopping, food, and fun! Featuring a variety of local vendors offering unique products, handmade crafts, and delicious treats. Enjoy a photo booth, free refreshments, and great networking opportunities while supporting small businesses in the community. Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable experience. Don’t miss out!
Minnesota State Band Spring Concert
April 26, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Minnesota History Center
345 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul
Including selections from the band’s repertoire from 100 years ago, the premiere of a brand-new composition, and music from their “Mostly Marches and Overtures” winter tour to Moose Lake, Grand Rapids, and Cloquet. Don’t miss another varied and entertaining program from the talented musicians of the Minnesota State Band, conducted by Keith Liuzzi and Evan Varns.
Let’s Clay Gnomes
April 26, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
East Lake Library
2727 E. Lake St., Mpls.
Grades 1 through 5. Create your own enchanted land where gnomes frolic on the green forest floor. Learn different sculpting techniques to form the sweetest little gnomes and mushrooms out of polymer clay. Once your figures are complete, add moss to a wooden base to create their forever home. Materials provided.
Junk Sculpture Saturday
April 26, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Nokomis Library
5100 34th Ave. S., Mpls.
Grades K through 5. Join us to create your own designs out of recycled materials in a fun and casual environment. Make robots, cities, musical instruments and more. We’ll take our inspiration from books, but the creations will be all your own. Materials provided.
Diana Eicher Residency: Printmaking for Adults
April 27, 2 to 4 p.m.
East Lake Library
2727 E. Lake St., Mpls.
Adult Art Series. Learn printmaking techniques with Minneapolis College of Art + Design Director of Printmaking Diana Eicher. Each session of the series allows for new and repeat participants to build skills in printmaking while in a supportive group setting. Materials provided.
The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight
April 29, 8 to 10:30 p.m.
Orpheum Theatre
910 Hennepin Ave., Mpls
After mesmerizing audiences across Europe and the U.K., The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is set to electrify the U.S. once again. Prepare for a spellbinding 90-minute spectacle that infuses iconic Rock & Metal anthems with a hauntingly beautiful energy. hennepinarts.org
Science Celebration
May 1, 6 to 10 p.m.
Science Museum of Minnesota
120 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul
Science Celebration is the Science Museum biggest party of the year, generating critical support for our mission to create a world where everyone has the power to use science to make lives better.
Enjoy epicurean delights, crafted beverages, exciting hands-on experiences, and behind-the-scenes access — all to support vital STEM education programs, scientific research, community outreach, and more!
This after-hours, adults-only night at the museum includes interactive fundraising games, Science Live theater performances, and engaging conversations with the institution’s esteemed scientists. $150
Cornbread’s 98th B-Day Party Extravaganza
May 1, 7 p.m.
The Hook and Ladder Theater & Lounge
3010 Minnehaha Ave., Mpls.
A very special event celebrating the 98-year-old birthday of legendary twin-city performer, James Samuel ‘Cornbread’ Harris Sr., with his band of Friends
Self Love & Healing Meditation
May 2, 9 to 10 p.m.
Freedom Flow Studio
Virtual
Join us for a rejuvenating online meditation session focused on promoting self-love and healing. Take a break from your busy day and treat yourself to some much-needed relaxation and self-care. Perfect for anyone seeking to reduce stress, restore balance, or simply experience a deeper connection with themselves. Whether you’re new to Yoga Nidra or a seasoned practitioner, this session will guide you to a state of deep, restful awareness. $11.00
Maroon & Gold Shabbat 2025
May 2, 5:30 p.m.
McNamara Alumni Center
200 Southeast Oak St., Mpls.
Join us for the best Shabbat of the year celebrating this past year and looking towards the next. Together we will celebrate Shabbat with a unique service experience, delicious meal, lively reception, and a moving program that explores highlights from the past year, stories from students and community members, and celebrates the accomplishments of the Minnesota Hillel Community.
Whether you are a student, parent, alumni, community member, or friend of Hillel, join us as we come together to celebrate the culmination of the school year and the amazing community that we’ve created. We can’t wait to see you!
