Events – Community Calendar

EVENTS


Safe Place: Homework Help
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 4 to 6 p.m.
2002 Riverside Ave., Mpls.
Free tutoring for grades 1 – 12


New Nicollet Redevelopment Project Open House
Thursday, March 7, 5 to 7 p.m.
Abyssinia Cultural Center
322 W. Lake St., Mpls.
The City of Minneapolis will share an update with community members on new roadway and public space design concepts for the New Nicollet Redevelopment Project at an open house March 7 at the Abyssinia Cultural Center, 322 W. Lake St.
The City plans to construct Nicollet Avenue between Lake Street and Cecil Newman Lane and will work in partnership to develop the remaining site into a high-density, mixed-use, walkable area. The City demolished the former Kmart building in November of 2023. The project represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help reshape the future of the site and contribute to an increased quality of life for people living and working in the immediate area.
Based on community input, city policies and project goals, the project team has selected recommended concepts for the New Nicollet roadway and public spaces on the site. City staff will present the selections to the community before staff take the recommendations to the Minneapolis City Council and Mayor Jacob Frey this spring. The next phase of the New Nicollet Redevelopment Project will focus on the development and the community engagement is expected to start in summer 2024.
The open house will be a fun, family-friendly event with the opportunity to see the design concepts and talk with staff. Learn more about the project at https://www2.minneapolismn.gov/government/programs-initiatives/new-nicollet/goals-expectations/.


LoLa Winter Fine Art Exhibition
March 7-10
Squirrel Haus Gallery
3450 Snelling Ave., Mpls.
Join us at this showcase of LoLa member artists at neighborhood arts venue Squirrel Haus Arts, offering a chance to view a sampling of art created in the Longfellow neighborhood. Artists and community members  come out of hibernation to mingle, talk about art and the weather, and enjoy refreshments.
Exhibition hours are:
Thursday, March 7, 5 to 8 p.m.
Friday, March 8, 3 to 7 p.m.
Saturday, March 9, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, March 10, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a closing day pie celebration!
More info at https://lolaart.org/lola-winter-fine-arts/.


‘The Hatmaker’s Wife’
March 7-10, 14-17
Open Book
1011 Washington Ave. S., Mpls.
Feb. 9 – March 14
FREE Community Shows at various locations (reservations required)
Ten Thousand Things Theater presents Lauren Yee’s “The Hatmaker’s Wife” Feb. 8 through March 17. A young woman moves in with her boyfriend expecting domestic bliss, but instead finds magical revelations. This whimsical and surreal story bends time and space to redefine the idea of family, home and true love. Originally planned for spring 2020, TTT is thrilled to finally bring this production to audiences. For a full schedule of dates and locations, go to https://tenthousandthings.org/our-season/hatmakers-wife/.


‘The Most Spectacularly Lamentable Trial of Miz Martha Washington’
March 8-31
Mixed Blood Theatre
1501 S. 4th St., Mpls.
This biting satire examines history’s impact on present-day systems. Ravaged by illness and cared for by the very slaves that will be free the moment she dies, Martha Washington’s fever dreams are haunted by family, legacy and broken promises. Written by Pulitzer Prize winner, James Ijames, directed by Pirronne Yousefzadeh. https://mixedblood.com/


Minneapolis International Festival
Saturday, March 9, 1 to 5 p.m.
Central Gym
3400 4th Ave. S., Mpls.
The Minneapolis International Festival celebrates the wonderful variety of cultures in the city of Minneapolis and surrounding communities with music, dance, art, cultural learning opportunities, exhibits, demonstrations, food and more! Please join us to enjoy and learn about many of the unique cultures that make Minneapolis such a wonderful place to live. Featured groups will include Moroccan art; Croatian Cultural Society of Minnesota; Nape Mato beadwork; Minnesota Indonesian Society; and K-Pop groups. Plus, food, art, jewelry and clothing from all over the globe will be on display and available for purchase. For more information, visit www.minneapolisparks.org/activities-events/events/minneapolis_international_festival/.


Heart of the Beast Kids’ Programs
Register now for April and May sessions
In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre
1500 E. Lake St., Mpls.
Puppet Club
Tuesdays, March 12 – April 30, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
An afterschool activity where your child can explore the materials and create with others. Each session will be led by a puppeteer teaching artist. Children will be learning a variety of puppetry techniques: shadow puppets, sand art, papier mâché, crankies and MORE! Kids will participate in deciding what they would like to learn and make. ALL are welcome. Prior experience is not required. Suggested ages: 9-13. Eight weeks: Tuesdays, March 12 through April 30, 4 to 5:30 p.m. $90/per child.
Toddler and caregiver music time
Wednesdays, March 6 – April 24, 10 to 11 a.m.
We will engage in exploring puppets, singing familiar songs, finger play and more. Each session will be led by a puppeteer teaching artist. Children and caregivers are invited to participate, meet other families and have fun! ALL are welcome. Ages are a suggestion. This is not a drop-off activity; caregivers are expected to be present. Suggested ages: Birth to 4. Eight weeks: Wednesdays, March 6 through April 24, 10 to 11 a.m. $80/per family.
HOBT Spring Camp 2024
April 1-5, 1 to 4 p.m.
A weeklong, three-hours per day camp, where your child can explore the materials and create with others. Each session will be led by a puppeteer teaching artist. Children will be learning a variety of puppetry techniques: shadow puppets, sand art, papier mâché, crankies and MORE! ALL are welcome. Ages are a suggestion and prior experience is not required. Suggested ages: 9-13. April 1-5, 1 to 4 p.m. $150/per child.
For more information and registration, go to https://hobt.org/heart-of-the-beast-programs/.


Longfellow/Seward Healthy Seniors
Diabetes Support Group
Wednesday, March 13, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Trinity Apartments Community Room
2800 E. 31st St., Mpls.
Do you have diabetes? Interested in health information and a friendly community? Join us for a meeting of the Longfellow Diabetes Support group. Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month, and facilitated by Beth Peltzer, MSW. New members always welcome!


Como Park Conservatory Winter Flower Show
Through March 17
Open daily, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Como Park Conservatory
1225 Estabrook Dr., St. Paul
The winter flower show features a stunning display of flowering trees and shrubs. Highlights will include purple azaleas, tropical hibiscus, fragrant gardenias and pink camelias. Purple and white cyclamen, white amaryllis, pansies, assorted cineraria, and foxglove provide additional floral accents throughout the show. comozooconservatory.org


Longfellow/Seward Healthy Seniors
Medical Cannabis Pros and Cons for Adults 60+
Tuesday, March 19, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
2730 E. 31st St., Mpls.
Learn about Minnesota’s Medical Cannabis program and the benefits and side effects for older adults. Presenter Sarah Overby, LPN, is the Director of Medical Education for Vereo Health. Senior Social and Health Talks occur on the third Tuesday of each month and feature guest speakers on health/wellness issues, birthday celebrations and time to socialize! Refreshments are provided! A Nurse is In/Blood Pressure Clinic is also offered. Suggested donation is $1. No registration required. www.lshealthyseniors.org


Fill Empty Homes MPLS
Vacancy Tour
Friday, March 22, 4 p.m.
Meet at the Hennepin County Government Center
300 S. 6th St., Mpls.
Please join us for our kickoff vacancy tour! We’ll be walking through downtown Minneapolis to visit empty buildings, discuss vacancy solutions and community action. Minneapolis cannot allow thousands of empty apartment units while people are suffering from homelessness and high rents. More information at https://homes4us.nationbuilder.com/?utm_campaign=vacancy_tour&utm_medium=email&utm_source=homes4us.


‘Phantom Loss’
March 28 – April 7
Avalon Theater
1500 E. Lake St., Mpls.
“Phantom Loss,” a tabletop puppet show created by local artist Oanh Vu, will run March 28 – April 7 at the Avalon Theater. Vu describes the show as a tragicomedy that weaves Vietnamese mythology and American pop culture to explore the impact of criminalized immigration and intergenerational trauma.
There will be a preview performance on Thursday, March 28 at 7:30 p.m. Opening Day is Friday, March 29 at 7:30 p.m. The show runs through April 7, each performance taking place at 7:30 p.m. There will be two matinee performances on March 30 and April 7 at 2 p.m. Tickets for the preview are $15. General admission for the remaining shows is $25. There will be a ‘Pay What You Can’ show on April 2. https://hobt.org/series/phantom-loss/


Tutors needed for Hennepin County Library’s ‘Let’s Read’ and ‘Homework Help’ programs
Join Hennepin County Library in making a positive impact on our next generation. The library is increasing its efforts to help boost children’s literacy, and volunteers and paid tutors are needed to support our youngest learners. We’re thrilled to invite you to be a part of two programs, “Homework Help” and the exciting new “Let’s Read” literacy initiative. Apply to be a paid lead tutor, or volunteer for either program. To learn more and to apply, go to https://www.hclib.org/about/news/2023/October/tutors-needed-for-letsread-homework-help?utm_medium=email&utm_source=list&utm_content=102023&utm_campaign=e-news23.


Join Nokomis Healthy Seniors’ FREE Caregiver Support Group
4th Thursdays, 11 a.m.
Nokomis Healthy Seniors
Bethel Church
4120 17th Ave. S., Mpls.
Often, caregivers don’t know where to turn for support and advice. A support group can be a lifesaver, allowing caregivers to talk to others who are experiencing the same joys and challenges, and who can not only empathize, but offer valuable insights and suggestions.
Held on the 4th Thursday of each month at 11 a.m. at our office located inside Bethel Church, 4120-17th Ave. S., Minneapolis. For more information, call the Nokomis Healthy Seniors office at 612-729-5499.


Puppet and Mask Lending Library
In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre
First and third Saturdays of the month, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Avalon Theater
1500 E. Lake St., Mpls.
In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre has opened the Twin Cities’ first Puppet and Mask Lending Library! This hands-on opportunity will help kids and families embrace and participate in using puppets through a free two-week checkout system, just as they would do with a book at the library. The puppets can be used for community events, school plays, personal celebrations and more. All who check out a puppet or mask will get a lesson on how to wear and operate what they’re borrowing. Some puppets in the library will require puppeteers and/or transportation for a fee.
The library will be open the first and third Saturday of every month, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre nurtures creative empowerment through the joy and magic of puppetry performance and education. https://hobt.org/


Minnesota Bicycling Handbook now available in Spanish, Somali, and English
BikeMN’s Minnesota Bicycling Handbooks have been translated into Spanish and Somali thanks to generous support from the Metropolitan Council. The Minnesota Bicycling Handbook continues to be one of BikeMN’s most in-demand education resources EVER! We know the handbook contains information that bicyclists and motorists need and want – which is why we’re overjoyed to offer it for Adult Learn to Ride participants in Spanish and Somali.
The Minnesota Bicycling Handbook provides 36 pages of Minnesota-specific information and digs into the details of many complicated topics, such as lane positioning, roadway and bike lane markings, bike law, equipment, bicyclists’ rights and more. This is the only place this information has been captured and put into one resource. The Somali, Spanish, and English handbooks are available to view and download digital copies at bikemn.org/handbook.


Take care of your community – Adopt-a-Stop!
Adopt-A-Stop is a program that helps businesses, individuals, community organizations and schools make a real difference in their neighborhoods by “adopting” local transit stops. Metro Transit employees make regular visits to shelters (in some cases, daily) to make sure that they are clean and damage-free. An adopter assists us by joining us in this work and alerting us to special maintenance needs and reporting vandalism or suspicious activity. When you or your group adopts a stop, you’ll help us keep area bus stops, shelters, and stations safe and clean. And the community will see you or your organization as a “good neighbor” that cares about its environment when we hang a sign with your name at the stop. As an extra thank you, you’ll receive 10 free rides for every month you adopt a stop. To learn more and to sign up, go to https://www.metrotransit.org/adopt.


 

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