NE Network - Community Justice & Public Safety
"Dialogue is a positive endeavor. It builds solidarity and creates unity . . . . [It] gives rise to trust, even among those who don't see eye to eye."
-- from Buddhism Day by Day by Daisaku Ikeda
NE Network: A monthly conversation between Northeast's organizations, businesses, educators, elected officials, police, art collectives, and various groups int he faith community. There are already so many good things going on in Northeast -- let's come together to make it even better! Help us to build a civic partnership for a stronger Northeast Minneapolis!
This month's topic: Public Safety and Community Justice
Speakers:
Doug Jewett, chief operating officer at Project for Pride in Living (PPL)
Taryn Ranck, Community Coordinator with Restorative Justice Community Action
Inspector Bryan Schafer, 2nd Precinct Commander
Barbara Mundis, Adult Probation Supervisor at Hennepin County Probation Eastside Office
This is a great chance for business owners and residents alike to hear a safety update and develop a deeper understanding of how we can become involved in both crime prevention and community justice.
Held every second Thursday of the month
7:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
Eastside Food Co-op's Granite Studio
2551 Central Avenue NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Bread Class - CANCELED (sorry)
Bread in a Bag CANCELED (sorry)
You can make bread at home with just a zip-lock bag, measuring cups, measuring spoons, and a foil baking pan.
Using this minimal equipment, plus six ingredients (flour, sugar, salt, yeast, plus warm water and oil), you can have a loaf of bread out of the oven in as little as 90minutes.
Learn how, while making your own loaf to bake at home.
Tuesday, May 11th CANCELED
David S. Cargo
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
$10/$5 members
Eastside Food Co-op in the "Granite Studio"
Registration:
Email: www.luna@eastsidefood.coop
Phone: 612-843-5409
Let's Raise Some ART FUNds...
ArtShare NE Parade Project - FUNdraiser
LOCAL MUSIC & FOOD...
A fundraiser will be held Sunday, May 23 at Grumpy's NE. 1-6pm to support ArtShare and the 2010 Parade Project. ArtShare is a Northeast Minneapolis community arts group that is facilitating workshops in creating wearable “floats”, masks and banners in preparation for marching in the Northeast Parade. ArtShare encourages folks of all ages and backgrounds to represent the diversity of Northeast.
There will be food, silent auction and music by ELIZA BLUE and THE CACTUS BLOSSOMS and PAUL COOK.
Be there! Have fun with your neighbors, and help make the Northeast Parade represent all NORTHEASTERS!
Contact:
Abby Rae LaCombe (217) 494-8422, abbyrae.lacombe@gmail.com
Project Contact:
Jennifer (612) 432-1512, artsharene.blogspot.com, artsharene@gmail.com
NE Farmers Market Opens! Pancake Breakfast!
Pancake Breakfast to Celebrate Opening Day at the Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market!
Menu:
Whole Grain Pancakes with Local Butter and Pure Maple Syrup
Locally-Made Breakfast-Style Sausages
Organic Fair Trade Coffee with Farm-Fresh Cream
Organic Orange Juice and Milk
In the Basement of St. Boniface Church
7th Avenue NE and 2nd Street NE
$6.00 adults; $4.00 children 12 and under
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Live Music
See you there!
National Night Out 2011
Don't forget!
National Night Out is Tuesday, August 2
EFC Members get your FREE all-local Snack Pack from Your Co-op!
National Night Out encourages residents to get out in the community, hold block parties and get to know their neighbors. It's a great way to promote community-police partnerships and enjoy a Minnesota summer evening surrounded by friends and family.
In celebration of "Eat Local, America!" in August, our National Night Out snack packs feature some of our wonderful local and regional food vendors.
If you are a member and would like to reserve a FREE snack pack for your event, please e-mail amy@eastsidefood.coop with these details.
Your Name:
Phone #:
Address of the Block Party:
Neighborhood:
Not a Member? This is a great time to join - applications available at any register.
Annual Meeting - Monday, Oct. 24
Eastside Food Co-op’s 2011
Annual Membership Meeting
Monday, October 24
5:45-8:00 p.m.
Holy Cross Church Parish Hall
enter through the doors at 17th & 4th NE
Doors open 5:45 p.m.
Dinner 6:00 – 6:45 p.m.
Business Meeting & Election 6:45 – 8:00 p.m.
Check your mailbox for your ballot!
The ballots are in the mail! We have three open board positions this year, as well as four amendments to our by-laws and articles of incorporation. Please look for an envelope with annual meeting material, board candidate statements, amendment information, and the ballots. You may drop your completed ballot off at the store, mail it to the co-op, or bring it with you to the annual meeting.
Vegetarian dinner by Eastside staff and volunteers!
~ Hearty vegetarian chili ~ Cornbread ~ Salad ~ Pumpkin bars ~ featuring locally grown produce!
RSVP by Friday, October 21
We need to have an approximate head count for serving, please RVSP at the store with any of the cashiers, by calling 612-843-5401 or by e-mailing amy@eastsidefood.coop.
Vegetarian dinner by Eastside staff and volunteers!
~ Hearty vegetarian chili ~ Cornbread ~ Salad ~ Pumpkin bars ~ featuring locally grown produce!
Volunteer Opportunity!
We will cook and serve the dinner ourselves this year. We are looking for volunteers to cook, serve, set-up or clean up at the annual meeting. If interested, please contact Luna at 612-843-5409 or email luna@eastsidefood.coop
Co-op Movie Night
Sweet Land
Thursday, August 18
7-9p.m.
Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
FREE + refreshments
Sweet Land is a poignant and lyrical celebration of land, love, and the American immigrant experience. Based on Will Weaver’s short story A Gravestone Made of Wheat and shot on location in Southern Minnesota, Sweet Land is that rare independent feature that uses painterly images and understated performances to tell a universal story of love and discovery. David Tumblety’s glorious magic-hour cinematography recalls classic American art cinema like Days of Heaven, transforming the amber majesty of Southern Minnesota’s farm country into an elegiac metaphor for memory, family, and history.
Co-op Night at the Twin Cities River Rats!
Eastside Food Co-op is sponsoring the home show on Thursday, June 24.
Show your love for this local organization and bring your family and friends to the west bank of the Mississippi River just below the Broadway Bridge for this FREE Family Fun Event!The Twin Cities River Rats Waterski Show Team is a 100% volunteer organization. The River Rats plan, practice, and perform waterski shows at their home site (west bank of the Mississippi River just below the Broadway Bridge), and and at various other locations throughout the Midwest. Team members participate in all aspects of the show, from skiing to boat driving, announcing and even rolling ropes. Originally the University of Minnesota's ski team, the River Rats currently have over 70 members of all ages, and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
The River Rats perform weekly shows at their home site for FREE every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. (the Development Show starts at 6:30 p.m.)
Donations will be solicited to help the Twin Cities River Rats fund their practices and competitions. Concessions will be available.
Eastside Food Co-op will be sampling some of our great summertime fare!
August is EAT LOCAL month at Eastside Food Co-op
Eat Local ~ Movie Night
Screening DIRT! the movie
Thursday, August 19 TODAY!
7:30p.m. – 9:30p.m. (summer hours)
Granite Studio ~ EFC’s Community Room
DIRT! The Movie takes you inside the wonders of the soil. It tells the story of Earth's most valuable and underappreciated source of fertility--from its miraculous beginning to its crippling degradation and brings to life the environmental, economic, social and political impact that the soil has. The real change lies in our notion of what dirt is. "The only remedy for disconnecting people from the natural world is connecting them to it again." What we've destroyed, we can heal.
Watch the trailer here: www.dirtthemovie.org/
THIS Saturday Corn & Brat Fest!
The Northeast Farmers' Market Annual Corn and Brat Fest!!
Come by for $3 Kramarczuk Brats, $2 Gardens of Eagan Sweetcorn, and lemonades and sodas for just a buck. Sweetcorn for breakfast never tasted so good!
Saturday, August 14 ~ 9 am to 1 pm
NE Farmers Market ~ 7th & University Aves
EFC Movie Night - Family Film & Pizza Party!
Join us for a fun evening of fresh deli pizza and a film!
Friday, September 17 ~ Please note the NEW DATE!!
6:30 pm - 9 pm
EFC ~ Community Room ~ KIDS WELCOME!
This is a FREE event open to all.
Chicken Run ~ a clay animation adventure set in a chicken farm in Yorkshire, England. It follows the misadventures of the chickens as they make various plans and attempts to escape from the coop. This family friendly movie has wonderful visuals and is full of action, adventure and lots of fun.
NE Library - Co-op Class - Session 1
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Co-op Class - Natural Foods Basics
Scott Soule
Tuesday, September 20
6:30-8p.m.
Free
NE Library 2200 Central Ave, NE Mpls 55418
Session 1 - Natural Foods Basics: Learn to make the right choices among natural foods, whole foods, organic foods, free-range. Come away with an understanding of how whole and processed foods affect dietary health and how sustainable and highly industrialized food systems operate.
EFC Movie Night
Co-op Movie Night ~ TONIGHT!
Thursday, October 14
7-9 p.m. at EFC in the Granite Studio FREE + Beverages and Popcorn
Food Fight ~ Over the course of the 20th century, our food system has been co-opted by corporate forces whose interest do not lie in providing the public with fresh, healthy and sustainably-produced food. Fortunately for America, an alternative emerged from the counter-culture of California in the late 1960s and early 1970s, where a group of political anti-corporate protesters – led by Alice Waters – voiced their dissent by creating a food chain outside of the conventional system.
NE Community School BBQ!
The 5th Annual All Northeast Community School BBQ is just a couple of days away. It's hard to believe it but the end of summer and start of the school year is almost here. Mark your calendar so you are ready to kick-off a great new school year. Plan to join us at the BBQ!
It's on August 25th, from 3-8 PM in the Edison parking lot.
FREE!
Board Open House Meeting
Interested in serving on Eastside's Board of Directors?
Come to an open house meeting on Aug 30, from 6-8pm in the Granite Studio at the Co-op.
Meet current board members and learn how the board works and what is involved!
We are looking for members who are:
- Dedicated to the Co-op, it member owners, and its mission
- Have a propensity to think in terms of systems and context.
- Honest and have independent judgment, courage, and good faith
- Able and eager to deal with values, vision and the long term.
- Able and willing to participate assertively in discussions and abide by Board decisions and the intent of established policies.
- Willing to operate in a group decision making environment, to share power in group process, and to delegate areas of decision making to others
Click to RSVP
Refreshments will be served. Hope to see you there!
Co-op Movie Night!
Community Screening
Thursday, July 21
7-9 p.m.
FREE + refreshments
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
You Never Bike Alone is a feature length documentary, looking at the ways in which cyclists are building critical mass and changing the face of the city. Drawing on footage filmed over the course of the last decade and through interviews with people from all backgrounds, You Never Bike Alone captures the fun, the road rage, the camaraderie, and the freakiness of riding a bike in the city today. As well as a humorous and entertaining look at how city cyclists are mobilizing, You Never Bike Alone looks at the implications of transportation decisions by politicians at municipal and provincial levels and asks are we up to the challenge of making a truly livable city.
Eat Local Pot Luck!
Join us for a Local Pot Luck dinner with Live Local Music.
Make your favorite local hot dish, snack, side dish desert or entrée and share the recipe with your friends and neighbors. You’ve taken the challenge, now share your success, stories and challenges and enjoy the company and food of other Localvores.
There will be local live music provided by the lovely Karen Thomas from 5:30-6:30 p.m.!
Click to view Karen's facebook page.
EFC will provide beverages!
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio.
This will be a zero waste event.
Help us start the Eat Local Revolution!
Gardening Matters Workshop
FREE....
HOW TO START A COMMUNITY GARDEN
Learn the necessary steps to starting a garden!
Get helpful worksheets and factsheets!
Learn about resources to help with setting up a new garden!
Please RSVP to kelsey.gardeningmatters@gmail.com so that we can have enough materials.
EFC Movie Night - Back to FRIDAY!!
FREE Friday Night Movie at the Co-op.
FRESH
Friday, June 18 at 7-9pm Granite Studio
This movie celebrates the farmers, thinkers and business people across America who are re-inventing our food system. Each has witnessed the rapid transformation of our agriculture into an industrial model, and confronted the consequences: food contamination, environmental pollution, depletion of natural resources, and morbid obesity. Forging healthier, sustainable alternatives, they offer a practical vision for a future of our food and our planet.
Among several main characters, FRESH features urban farmer and activist, Will Allen, the recipient of MacArthur’s 2008 Genius Award; sustainable farmer and entrepreneur, Joel Salatin, made famous by Michael Pollan’s book, The Omnivore’s Dilemma; and supermarket owner, David Ball, challenging our Wal-Mart dominated economy.
Watch the Triler here: www.freshthemovie.com
• FREE Admission TO ALL
• FREE Popcorn
• No childcare available
Celebrate Northeast! Parade!
81st Celebrate Northeast Parade
The Celebrate Northeast Parade occurs on Tuesday, June 22, 2010 from 6:30-9:00pm. The parade, celebrating its 81st anniversary, is the second oldest in Minnesota . The parade draws 8,000 people along the thirteen block route of Central Avenue.
120 entrants participate in the parade including visiting community royalty, Shriner’s Clubs, marching bands, entertainers, non-profit groups, local politicians and community organizations, many of them unique to the Celebrate Northeast Parade.
The Celebrate Northeast Parade is organized by the Northeast Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce with the help of a Volunteer Parade Committee composed of representatives from a variety of non-profits, businesses, faith groups, city offices, community organizations and local businesses.
Entrant, Royalty, Marching Band and Food Vendor information and applications are now available on line. If you have questions about the 2010 Celebrate Northeast Parade please contact Northeast Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, Christine Levens at 612 378-0050.
THIS Saturday at Your Co-op!
Check out the NE Farmers Martket Website for more information!
Click Here.
Gardening Matters Growing Community Workshop
310 E. 38th St., #204b | Minneapolis, MN 55409 US
Art-A-Whirl at Eastside Food Co-op
Mosaic Art by Rachel Rodenborg - Seriously Whimsical Studio
Friday, May 14th 5-9 p.m. Opening Night*
Saturday, May 15th 12-8 p.m.
Sunday, May 16th 12-5 p.m.
Eastside Food Co-op
Rachel Rodenborg will be exhibiting her original mosaic art at Eastside Food Co-op during Art-a-Whirl Experience mosaic first hand during a “hands on” demonstration Saturday and Sunday from 2 PM – 3 PM (ages 11-adult: $9, 10 and younger: $5 to cover supplies) and take your artwork home with you! Original artwork featuring recycled and repurposed glass, china, and art objects will be available for purchase.
For more information, please visit: www.seriouslywhimsical.com
2011 Short Film Showcase
Women in Film and Television International proudly present
2011 Short Film Showcase
Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of International Women's Day
It was 100 years ago when the United Nations put forth a day to celebrate the economic, political, and social achievements of Women past, present, and future. In places such as China, Russia, Vietnam and Bulgaria, International Women's Day is a National Holiday. This marks the 6th year WIFTI joins in that celebration with our Short Film Showcase.
Tickets:
General admission, $12 ($10 members)
Showing:
Sunday, March 13. 12:00pm doors, 1:00pm show
Ritz Theater & Ballet of the Dolls
Ritz Theater
345 13th Ave NE
Minneapolis, mn 55413
Person to Person’s “A Night to Prevent Homelessness”
Fundraiser to be held at the LUSH Food Bar in Northeast Minneapolis
We would appreciate your support for this year’s event. Donations are a great way to draw awareness to your business and are critical to helping us raise dollars for our programs. If you are able to donate a gift certificate to us or provide another donation, please complete the attached donation form, make a copy for your records, and send the original with your certificate or merchandise contribution to:
A Night to Prevent Homelessness
c/o Person to Person Inc.
2113 Central Avenue NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
To obtain additional information about our event and/or to arrange for merchandise pick-up, please contact one of us at 612-706 0854.
Waite Park Community School Spring Gala
WAITE PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL 2nd Annual Spring Gala & Silent Auction
Eastside Neighborhood Services
1700 Second St NE
Minneapolis, MN
We offer a fabulous spread of food and drinks. Once again, there will be a meat raffle. We are in the process of arranging a huge silent auction – great prizes, as always! Buy your tickets in the Waite Park office or Park desk. $15/person in advance, $20/person at the door.
Waite Park and Recreation staff is offering “Parent’s Night Out” event for kids. You must make reservations with the park by March 10. Kids age 3 and older (toilet trained) will be accepted. $15/child. You can e-mail Larry Umphrey at lumphrey@minneapolisparks.org to reserve a spot.
This is a fun social event with other staff, community members and parents. All proceeds benefit Waite Park PTA!
Metro IBA Networking Event
Please join us for an elegant wine and cheese networking event from 4:30-6:30PM on Tuesday, May 4th.
Our next host will be The Sisters of St. Joseph Ministries Foundation at the beautiful and historic Carondelet Center on the northern edge of the College of St. Catherine, 1890 Randolph Av, St. Paul . The foundation supports 8 free health clinics for the uninsured throughout the Twin Cities. We are honored to have them as MetroIBA members.
Special thanks to Thomas Liquors and Trotter's Cafe and Bakery for providing refreshments! Sisters will be on hand to give tours of the 1920 building designed by a French architect.
No RSVP needed. Call Executive Director, Mary Hamel 651-387-0738 with questions.
Land Stewardship Project's Backyard Pot Luck BBQ
You're invited to the Land Stewardship Project's
9th Annual Potluck Cookout & Silent Auction!
Thursday, July 22
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Land Stewardship Project's Twin Cities Office
821 E. 35th Street Minneapolis, MN 55407
You’re invited to the Land Stewardship Project’s annual backyard get together!
The Potluck Cookout is a great way to catch up on LSP’s work and meet others in the community interested in building a sustainable food and farming system while enjoying delicious local food.
Please bring a side dish to share and we’ll provide beverages, brats and burgers from an LSP member farm, and a locally-sourced vegetarian entrée. LSP will also provide compostable tableware, but if you can bring your own reusable tableware, all the better!
There will be a short program at 6 p.m. that will include an update on our recent work, what’s coming up at LSP and how you can be involved. We are also excited to welcome back the Brass Messengers http://www.brassmessengers.com, a Twin Cities band that will be providing great live music again this year!
There will also be a silent auction featuring fantastic prizes from community businesses and handmade goods from members and supporters.
Please RSVP by replying to this e-mail or by calling 612-722-6377.
RSVPs are helpful but not required.
For directions to our office, click here www.mapquest.com/maps
Please remember to bring a side dish to share, a lawn chair or blanket, friends, family and a healthy appetite!
Hope to see you there!
www.landstewardshipproject.org/
Local Probiotic Beverage Sampled
Eat & DRINK Local!
Come sample a great Local Kombuch!
Unpeeled is a 100% naturally cultured (kombucha) green tea with cold-pressed fresh crushed, raw ingredients, then barrel-aged to maximize nutritional value (probiotics) and to promote a fresh, crisp, smooth flavor.
Unpeeled is a naturally fermented beverage which provides a rich source of enzymes and probiotics not found in heated or processed foods or beverages.
WHAT DOES ROCKET SCIENCE HAVE TO DO WITH UNPEELED?
Dr. Mike Johnson, the creator and producer of Unpeeled, worked as an engineer at NASA’s Johnson Space Center for a hot 4+ years in Houston Texas. He used microorganisms to remove products from water that would be used for drinking water by astronauts on the space shuttle. Later while working as a chiropractor in his Cathedral Hill Health Clinic in St. Paul, he was seeking an alternative from sugared/caffeinated beverages to provide to his patients. He started researching functional beverages, something that could supply the body with a healthful purpose rather than unhealthy beverages. His career turned full circle. Using his NASA experience he developed a way to use beneficial microorganisms to add nutrition to beverages. He studied probiotics and designed fermentation processes that would promote healthful nutrients. His idea worked!! Two years of development and testing resulted in the creation of Unpeeled. Unpeeled not only tasted great but also supplied “Living Beneficial Nutrition”.
The first two flavors of Unpeeled are Ginger Crush and Citrus Press. Try the six new Unpeeled flavors (Cranberry-Pomegranate, Grape Blast, Strawberry Lime-aide, Mango Orange Passion) and Drink to your Health!
NKB Art Attack Weekend!
ART ATTACK - Arts Explosion November 5-7
Friday, Nov. 5th 5:00-10:00 PM
Saturday, Nov. 6th Noon - 8:00 PM
Sunday, Nov. 7th Noon - 5:00 PM
Art Attack is one of the Northrup King Building's biggest events of the year with over 200 visual artists opening their studios to the public. You will find artists working in nearly every visual art medium as well as a handful of special exhibits, live music, demonstrations and poetry. The Northrup King Building has been evolving over the past 20 years and you will find new artists and new artwork throughout the building.
Northrup King Building
1500 Jackson Street NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
info@northrupkingbuilding.com
Water Safety at YMCA
Water Safety Camp at the
Please join us for a FREE Water Safety Camp at the North Community YMCA
Saturday, March 19, 12-3pm
Saturday, May 14, 12-3pm
Saturday, October 15, 12-3pm
Camp will include boating safety, water rescues, life jackets, water safety tips & other aquatic fun.
All children ages 5-12 are welcome
No swimming experience necessary
Space is limited –
Register by calling 612-588-9484
North Community YMCA
1711 West Broadway Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55411
Questions? Call Monika @ 763-717-1850
Great Local Puppet Show!
MONKEY MIND PIRATES: The Musical!
"Monkey Mind Pirates" is the epic tale of a sea captain who overcomes the unruly crew of anxiety, distraction and depression on his quest for the Legendary Waters of Calm. Bring the whole family to this puppet rock yoga adventure! Starring Z Puppets Rosenschnozhttp://www.zpuppets.org/ and the Monkey Mind Pirates campers. Tickets $7.00, admission is free for children 2 and under.
WHAT:MONKEY MIND PIRATES: The Musical!
WHEN: Friday, July 29, 7:00 p.m. AND Saturday, July 30, 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: The Capri Theater, 2027 West Broadway, Minneapolis, MN
Northeast Network
Legislative Update
Guest Speaker: Rep. Diane Loeffler
Complementary Coffee & Muffins
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
Please RSVP - board@eastsidefood.coop
2010 Third Ward Summit/Neighborhoodfest Planning Meeting!
Hosted by Council Member Diane Hofstede
Come join in on the planning and share your hopes and dreams for YOUR community!
St. Maron’s Church
600 University Avenue NE
Third Ward Neighborhoods: Beltrami, Bottineau, Hawthorne, Marcy-Holmes, McKinley, Nicollet Island East Bank, St. Anthony East, St. Anthony West, and Sheridan. Business Associations: Dinkytown Business Association, Northeast Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce, North East Business Association, West Broadway Area Coalition
JOIN US &PLEASE FORWARD TO OTHERS!
For more information contact Council Member Diane Hofstede’s office at 612-673-2203 or diane.hofstede@ci.minneapolis.mn.us
NE Chamber Get Acquainted Breakfast
Seven Drummers and a Flutist!
The JuBo Duo in conjunction with Women Who Groove of The Women's Drum Center.
The JuBo Duo (pronounced Joo Bo) is comprised of Twin Cities performers Julie Johnson (Flute) and Bonnie Hering (percussion) of the JuBoJa Trio. The JuBo Duo utilizes a variety of traditional flutes and percussion instruments in traditional and non-traditional ways. With an emphasis on improvisation and a rich repertoire of "folk" melodies from around the globe - as well as original compositions - this eclectic duo produces a unique and exciting musical experience for every audience.
Women Who Groove (WWG) is a women's drumming group based at the Women's Drum Center in Saint Paul, with a focus on African and Brazilian rhythms, as well as various other world-percussion arrangements by female artists such as Ubaka Hill. WWG got it's start nearly six years ago as a weekly class under the instruction of percussionist Kari Kjome. Current members range from 1-4 years of commitment to the ensemble.
$15 (incl. all taxes and fees). $10 with Discount Code
Purchase Online or call 651-645-5506.
Dreamland Arts
677 Hamline Ave. N.
St. Paul, MN
Call For Art - CSA Love
CSAlove will be hosting an exhibition of artwork about the relationship between people * food * farms at Chakra Khan in the Ivy Building for the Arts, June-August, 2010.
This is the CALL for ART!
MEDIA: Works may be 2D or 3D (space is somewhat limited for 3D, but we can be creative with the space). Any media is welcome.
SIZE: Again, space is not unlimited, but send us your ideas—we will do our best to make them work!
THEME: The show is meant to get at the unique thing that happens when people and farmers and food connect through Community Supported Agriculture. Work should reflect or relate to this theme.
SUBMIT: Up to 5 works for consideration, CV, and a brief statement about the work you are submitting. Please number each of your images and submit an image list with title, size, and media, numbered to correspond with the images. Submit materials electronically to Julie Kesti.
DEADLINE: May 5th, 2010 at midnight. Artists will be notified of selection by May 15th, with details about dropping off the work prior to June 1.
chakra khan massage & asian bodywork
ivy bldg. for the arts:
2637 27th Ave S.
Seward neighborhood
Urban Permaculture & Nature Awareness Workshop
Urban Permaculture & Nature Awareness Workshop
Integrating our Lives with the Lands and Communities Where We Live
CO-SPONSORED BY:Permaculture Research Institute Cold Climate / PRIcoldclimate.org
Outer Spaces, Sustainable Landscapes and Custom Woodcraft / BackyardtoSanctuary.com
This is a unique opportunity to explore the relationship between nature awareness and permaculture. Joel Glanzberg of The Tracking Project and Regenesis will guide us on an adventure in the art of tracking, taking us beyond an academic presentation and into the realm of intimacy with our surroundings. This crucial piece can transform our ability to recognize and apply the patterns and principals of permaculture in our environment, integrating our lives with the lands and communities where we live. This course is suitable for beginners to the world of permaculture, as well as those of you who have studied it for years and are looking for fresh inspiration for what is possible in your life.
• Discuss Urban Permaculture Challenges, Opportunities and Solutions
• Practice Reading a Whole Landscape and Performing Site Assessments
• Discover How to Get the Most Out of Your Urban Watershed Management
• Help Design a Prolific Micro Farm within the Confines of a Typical City Lot
Permaculture is rediscovering sustainable living. We can abundantly provide for our needs and the needs of the rest of the natural world while ensuring that future generations can meet their needs. Permaculture is creating more natural wealth than we can consume."/
Daniel Halsey, SouthWoods Forest Gardens, PRI Member
AN INTERACTIVE 3-DAY EXPERIENCE!
AUGUST 13–15: 8 am–6 pm
LOCATIONS: Minnehaha Falls Park and a South Minneapolis Residence.
COST: $250 (A few scholarships are available.) Please pack a lunch. Beverages and snacks will be provided.
DEADLINE IS AUGUST 6
To register or inquire please contact:
Heidi at 612-910-9756 or heidihuebner@gmail.com.
This notice is sent to you from the Permaculture Research Institute Cold Climate email list./
Please reply to this email if you don't wish to receive future correspondance from PRI.
Thank you!
Nordeast Music Festival at the Ritz
Nordeast Music Festival
The Ritz Theater is proud to host the 1st Annual Nordeast Music Festival. Featured bands include:
* Molly Dean
* Housepet
* Minor Kingdom
* Liminal Phase (featuring Adam Levy)
* Zoo Animal
* The Hopefuls
General Admission is $10 in advance, $12 at the door.
This event is made possible by the City of Minneapolis’ Great Streets Neighborhood Business District Program, the Sheridan Neighborhood Organization, Vita.MN, and Grainbelt Brewery.
Water Safety at YMCA
Water Safety Camp at the
Please join us for a FREE Water Safety Camp at the North Community YMCA
Saturday, May 14, 12-3pm
Saturday, October 15, 12-3pm
Camp will include boating safety, water rescues, life jackets, water safety tips & other aquatic fun.
All children ages 5-12 are welcome
No swimming experience necessary
Space is limited –
Register by calling 612-588-9484
North Community YMCA
1711 West Broadway Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55411
Questions? Call Monika @ 763-717-1850
NE Local Sarah Stonich hosts a special reading and talk!
Sarah Stonich is a Northeast resident, a mom, a locavore, weekend hiker, neighborhood walker -- and a well-recognized Minnesota writer. Sarah will share her thoughts, experiences and her written words at a special reading and talk sponsored by Friends of the Northeast Library on Thursday, September 29, 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the newly-renovated Northeast Library, 2200 Central Avenue.
This special event is the first in a series of readings by local writers sponsored by Friends in celebration of the “new” library and of the recently-organized local Friends group.
Readers may well know Sarah’s books and other writings. She has published internationally acclaimed novels and short stories. Her first book, These Granite Islands, is set in Minnesota. Vacationland, is “a volume of interconnected stories” focused on a crumbling resort hosting a mix of visitors who tell the history of the place over four decades. Shelter is a memoir that Sarah describes as “a skinny dip into the past.” Sarah’s work is also included in the very popular Fiction on a Stick now being read by Minnesotans wherever they may be. Web readers will find several excerpts from Sarah’s writing online on the author’s generous website.
Radio listeners have likely heard one of the several interviews that Sarah has shared on local talk shows. During March of 2011 Sarah was interviewed by Euan Kerr, Ian Leask on Write on Radio! (KFAI) and Kerri Miller on MPR Midmorning. The interviews are all available for listening online.
Sarah offers a great interview, which portends a delightful evening at the Library. Consider this response to a questioner’s query concerning her thoughts on e-books: Sarah says, “By the time my 22 year old son’s generation are THE book consumers, Wally Lamb novels will be repurposed as doorstops, and big [publishing] houses that haven’t embraced the genre will have hung by their own petards and lack of vision.”
Reflecting on her own library experiences Sarah recalls recent times when she was
an itinerant library bum.”
During the down days at Northeast Sarah says she alternated among Bottineau, St. Anthony and her favorites in her hometown to the East. She reflects that she is “thrilled” that she will be the inaugural author talk presenter at the “lovely” renovated Northeast library. She expresses a generous hope to remain involved with plans for future Friends of Northeast- sponsored readings by local authors.
The evening with Sarah Stonich is free and open to the public. No reservations required.
Friends of the Northeast Library is a membership organization of friends and neighbors who support the local library. For more information click on the link or contact Friends at Northeast@supporthclib.org, call the library (612 543 6775) or pick up Friends information next time you’re visiting Northeast Library.
Northeast Chamber Town Talk
Edison High School Band Concert
Thomas Edison Band Concert
The Thomas Edison Band students will be performing at 5:00 p.m. on March 23rd in our auditorium! This concert will feature music for full band, soloists and small ensembles. This event is free and open to the public!
Movie Screening: The Emperor's New Clothes
Celebrate World Fair Trade Day with the Sierra Club and MN Fair Trade Coalition!
Join us for a movie that exposes the costly side of "free" trade and learn how you can be involved in creating positive change.
The Emperor's New Clothes: A Cautionary Tale of Free Trade
The Emperor's New Clothes: A Cautionary Tale of Free Trade takes an impassioned look at the effects of economic globalization on workers in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Filmed over a three-year period, the film looks at life before, during and after the signing of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
The movie follows a Canadian delegation of workers to Mexico to see where some of their jobs have gone. They find the lawns in front of industrial plants greened by sprinklers, while some Mexican workers live in cardboard shacks without running water. It takes an incisive look at the profound effects that economic agreements between big business and government can have on human lives, including increased cuts to social programs, massive unemployment, environmental damage, and demoralization.
Seward Co-op
2832 East Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN
This event is free to all! Space is limited, so pre-registration with Customer Service (612-338-2465) is required.
Meals On Wheels Music Benefit at the Ritz
Meals on Wheels 3rd Annual Mission Nutrition Music Benefit
August 21, 2010
7:30 pm
NE Dinner Bell is the local Meals on Wheels program that serves Northeast Minneapolis, delivering between 100-115 meals Monday through Friday to homebound, totalling over 1 million meals since the program started in 1974.
This year’ s Mission Nutrition Music Benefit offers:
* Bands: The Mighty Mofos, The Roe Family Singers, The Goondas, Screaming Vermilion
* Silent Auction at the Rogue Buddha
* Meat Raffle by GastroNonGrata and Jim Grell of The Modern Cafe
* Chair Massage
Doors are at 7:00 PM, with music starting at 7:30
Admission: $20. Tickets available at the door, by phone through the box office.
The annual Mission Nutrition was hatched as a result of budget cuts to the program, as well as increased costs. Proceeds go to Mission Nutrition, and $10 of every ticket is tax-deductible.
Water Safety at YMCA
Water Safety Camp at the
Please join us for a FREE Water Safety Camp at the North Community YMCA
Saturday, October 15, 12-3pm
Camp will include boating safety, water rescues, life jackets, water safety tips & other aquatic fun.
All children ages 5-12 are welcome
No swimming experience necessary
Space is limited –
Register by calling 612-588-9484
North Community YMCA
1711 West Broadway Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55411
Questions? Call Monika @ 763-717-1850
Health & Fitness Fair - New Brighton
EFC (Luna) will be hosting a table at this event if you want to stop on by!
7th Annual Health & Fitness Expo
New Brighton Community Center
400 10th St. NW
New Brighton MN 55112
Free to public
Be Active, Live Life at this New Brighton Community Center Fitness sponsored event providing more than 40 booths of expert advice on health and fitness. Meet fitness instructors, ask questions and perform a few movements at the trial group fitness classes. Our personal trainer will be available in the fitness center to answer questions. Also available will be massage therapists, healthy foods & supplements, chiropractors and wellness leaders. Enjoy free access to the fitness center; membership discounts, wellness assessments, Eagles Nest coupons and more fun freebies. Come and experience new opportunities for your health, and it starts withNew BrightonParksand Recreation.
- Free group fitness trial classes
- Free personal trainer advice
- Free refreshments & prizes
- Kids enjoy $1 off Eagles Nest admission, huge Inflatable Jumper in the gymnasium or color a nutritional place mat
- $20 off membership
- Free blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose blood profile for fasting and no fasting numbers sponsored by OnSite Wellness
- Products available for purchase
Neighborhood Energy Connection 25th Anniversary
We need you to help the NEIGHBORHOOD ENERGY CONNECTION celebrate 25 years of conserving, cycling, recycling, building community, driving less and driving change.
Summit Brewing Co.-The Ratskeller Room
910 Montreal Circle
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Enjoy freshly brewed Summit beer and root beer, tasty Chipotle burritos, and a special anniversary cake. Live music with the Eddies and awesome vinyl spun by DJ Jam e-z. Plus games, great people, and more!
Tickets are $25 per person and may be purchased by check or VISA/MC by calling 651.221.4462 ext 136. Space is limited so RSVP today.
We can't wait to see you there!
Fremont Community Clinic Gala!
Fremont Community Clinic's 40th Anniversary Gala Celebration at the new Twins stadium, Target Field on Monday, May 10!
Celebrate in one of the most elegant gathering spaces in the Twin Cities. You'll be one of the first to gain access to the exclusive club level, get a chance to take your picture at Home Plate and sample the stadium's exclusive Club menus and refreshments.
Hit a Home Run for affordable community health care by attending Fremont's 40th Anniversary Gala!
For more info, contact Donna Budde at 612-287-2427.
Edison Robotics Team Competition
Thomas Edison High School's Robotics Team Competition
Sponsored by Graco and PTC
We will be competing with our robot that our students built thanks to sponsorship from Graco and PTC. Our team plus 62 others are competing at Williams Arena at the University of Minnesota on Friday, April 2nd from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday, April 3rd from 9 a.m. to Noon (semi-final), and Noon – 4 p.m. (final rounds.) Bring your friends and family.
Come and see what Thomas Edison High school was able to accomplish by learning from three fantastic Engineers from Graco. Meet high school students who know more about robotics than most engineers!
Benefit for Land Stewardship Project
Celebrate Good Food & Farming from the Twin Cities to greater Minnesota
A Benefit for Land Stewardship Project
LSP office backyard
821 E. 35th Street
Minneapolis
Join us to support Land Stewardship Project's work to build sustainable and just food systems in Minnesota's small towns and urban areas. Minnesota has rich agricultural land and farmers growing good food, yet our food still travels an average of 1,500 miles to our tables. Small towns and core urban neighborhood often have no place to buy fresh fruits, vegetables and other healthy foods.
Despite these challenges, Minnesotans continue to develop creative ways to feed ourselves, our communities and steward the land.On May 15 we will hear from farmers who are doing just that in rural Minnesota and the heart of Minneapolis, and hear updates on LSP's work to cultivate strong food and farming systems.
* Laura Frerichs of Loon Organics in Hutchinson, MN - hear about her organic vegetable farm, working to make a good living, and providing healthy food
* Jeremy McAdams of Cherry Tree House Mushrooms - urban mushroom production and how his Minneapolis neighborhood is cultivating food and community.
Enjoy appetizers donated by many excellent local restaurants, including:
* Modern Cafe
* Brasa Premium Rotisserie
* Bryant Lake Bowl
* Cafe Barbette
* Red Stag Supper Club
* Bedlam Theatre
To RSVP or to learn more about our benefit, please contact Sarah Claassen at 612-722-6377. RSVPs are helpful but not required.
Blood Drive at Edison High School
Calling all donors! Blood Drive at Edison High School
This year's SECOND blood drive will be held FRIDAY, MAY 28th, and the Community is invited to participate!
Community Gym lobby (on the southwest corner of the intersection of 22nd Avenue and Monroe Streets NE)
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
If you are able, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE give blood! We need at least 62 bags of USABLE bloodin order to continue blood drives at Edison! This is a great opportunity to help others -- plus you get cookies!
Email Elizabeth at Elizabeth.Flaschberger@mpls.k12.mn.us to make an appointment for donating. We will make it work for you!
For more information on the Blood Drive, call Pamela Vertina, Registrations & Communications, (612) 668-1310.
Visit Edison High School online!
3d Ward CARE Meeting
You are Invited - 3rd Ward CARE Meeting!
Join us in discussing problem properties and your neighborhood concerns.
This is an opportunity for you to interface with key city staff members and participate in the ongoing discussion to solve the issues in our neighborhood.
Wednesday, July 21 at 7:00pm
Where: Eastside Neighborhood Services,
1700 2nd Street NE
Staff Members in Attendance:
2nd Police Precinct Inspector, 4th Police Precinct Lieutenant, Fire Marshall Bryan Tyner, Area Housing Inspector, 2nd Pct City Attorney, UMPD Police and Hennepin County Probation.
See you there!
Council Member Diane Hofstede, 3rd Ward
Minneapolis Garden Resource Hubs
Minneapolis Garden Resource Hubs
Homegrown Minneapolis Stakeholders and Implementation Task Force will hold this upcoming stakeholder event related to the development of garden resource hubs in Minneapolis.
Kickoff Event
Monday, August 30, 2010
6:00 p.m.
St. Olaf Lutheran Church
2901 Emerson Ave N
Basement Fellowship Room
This project is supported by the Minneapolis Department of Health and Family Support and its Communities Putting Prevention to Work initiative of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, funded by the Minnesota Department of Health. This effort is also part of the City’s of Minneapolis’ Homegrown Minneapolis initiative.
Peace on Earth Meditation
Peace on Earth Meditation - Winter 2011
Thursday January 06
7:00 - 8:30 pm
The first metro-wide meditation was inspiring for the over 400 participants--such that a quarterly Peace on Earth Meditation has been established. Each quarter, a different tradition will guide a meditation. When possible, chanting will precede the meditation.
Location: St. Marons Church, Cedars Hall
602 University Ave NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
For directions, click here.
BYOC-Bring Your Own Cushion (if you are a floor sitter)
January Peace on Earth Meditation: The January meditation will be guided by Chunyi Lin. Chunyi Lin is a certified International Qigong Master and the creator and founder of Spring Forest Qigong. His fluency in numerous Chinese dialects provided him the rare opportunity to study with many of the most respected Qigong Masters in his native China. He has been teaching Qigong and using Qigong techniques to help others for more than twenty-five years.
Arrive early to settle in.
Ballet of the Dolls FashionBall at the Ritz
April 15 and 16, 2011, 8:00 PM
The Ritz Theatre
345 13 Ave. NE, Mpls, 55413
April 15: $75 (silent auction night)
April 16: $35
Ballet of the Dolls is the quirky little gem in the Twin Cities’ crown of lively arts. And it is your opportunity to become a royal member of this court as an official sponsor of the fundraising event of the season: Fashion Ball. It is an evening when dance, theatre and fashion collide.
As the night kicks off, guests partake in signature cocktails, fabulous food and a unique silent auction in the charming lobby of the historic Ritz Theater. Then they are then invited to enjoy the show. Fashion and dance explode onto the stage creating a wild, otherworldly effect. After the performance, the audience is invited back stage for a bazaar filled with novel goods for sale from local shop owners, designers and artists. And, of course, guests enjoy more cocktails and food while mingling with the performers and models.
Fashion Ball is the only fundraising event that the company does in the season. Proceeds from this event will go to furthering all of the programs of Ballet of the Dolls, including: education and outreach programs, company training, archive and documentation, and most importantly, to help insure that there is a bright future to foster new work by the company for the next 25 years.
The Ritz Theater Foundation and Ballet of the Dolls is located at:
345 13th Ave NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Administrative Line: 612-623-7660
Box Office: 612-436-1129
Email: info@balletofthedolls.org
Annual Arts/Crafts Fair at Village Farmers Market
Annual Arts/craft Fair
December 9th & 10th, 2011
Friday 6-9 PM Carriage Rides Night!
Saturday 9-4 PM
Local Artisans (no re-sellers):
Location : St AnthonyVillageShopping Center
St Anthony Village, MN55418
Vendor Applications available at Annona Gourmet
Contact: Wendy at scarecrow09@rocketmail.com
Mix Readers - Take a Survey!
Fill out the survey online and enter to win one of three $50 gift cards.
Click to take the survey at themix.coop or on surveymonkey.com.
Good Luck!
Valentine’s Day Dinner - cooking class
What do Beets, Soy, Avocados, Chocolate and Strawberries have in common?
Legend has it that these are foods of love.
These and other delicious whole foods will serve as the foundation for a Valentine’s Day Dinner that you can easily prepare from common, reasonably priced foods.
AmyLeo Barankovich will share the joy of vegetarian/vegan cooking on Thursday February 9th from 6:30 – 8:30 at
Northeast United Methodist Church
2510 Cleveland St. on the corner of Cleveland and Lowry
Cost is $40. Scholarships are available so do not let money deter you from this wonderful experience. Call 612.789.7462 for details or just show up.
AmyLeo Barankovich is a passionate vegetarian/vegan cook. She began cooking for a family of ten at the age of 13 and has since been delighting family, friends and colleagues with creative, delicious, wholesome food. She has recently founded Vegan Affairs: A Place for Taste and Grace, offering vegetarian/vegan cooking classes and coaching.
The Valentines Menu
Dijon Beets over Field Greens
Avocado Salad w/Lemon Basil Dressing
Savory Marinated Baked Tofu-Steaks
Chocolate Pudding Parfait w/Strawberries
Frank Stone Gallery Feb. 26 Opening
Frank Stone Gallery opens its Spring Season on February 25. This season¹s artwork includes painting, sculpture, jewelry, glass, ceramics, and furniture. The season culminates with a Group Show of all artists that runs from May 6 -16. We are very excited about this season¹s artists. They are a group of skilled artisans whose technical mastery of their medium and creative drive produces inspiring and beautiful work.
Ta-Coumba Aiken (paintings) & Robin Savage (stone jewelry)
February 25 -March 7
Opening Reception: Friday, February 26
5-9pm
We are pleased to have Twin Cities icon Ta-Coumba Aiken showing his vibrant and lively paintings for the first time at the gallery. Robin Savage¹s striking jewelry focuses on the natural beauty and color of exotic stones.
Spring hours:
Thursday through Sunday 12 noon to 5 p.m.
Additional hours by appointment.
Frank Stone Gallery
1224 2nd St. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
612.617.9965
Beatles Sing-Along Fundraiser at CMS
Beatles Sing-Along Scholarship Fundraiser
With Dan Chouinard and Special Guest Song-Leaders Debbie Duncan, Mary Jane Alm, Dennis Spears, T Mychael Rambo
Capri Theatre
2027 West Broadway
Minneapolis 55411
Tickets go on sale online Tuesday, March 9 .
$20 in advance, $25 at the door
Questions: 612-529-2317
CMS Spring and Summer Term Registration begins Monday, March 15
Spring term: April 5 – June 12
Summer term: July 12 – August 20
Summer camps: Monkey Mind Pirates: July 19 – 24
Camp Komoniwannarock: August 2 – 12
Family discounts and scholarships are available. Spring scholarship application deadline: 5pm Monday, March 29.
To register or for more information, call 612-618-0219 or visit www.camdenmusicschool.com.
Castle Building - Kitchen Remodeling
Castle Building & Remodeling offers complementary monthly classes on the most common remodeling projects.
Castle Building & Remodeling
2600 Johnson Street NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
This class is not a sales pitch, but is designed to be informative and educational. Space is limited to 12 people. If you would like to attend one of our classes, please RSVP as soon as possible to Loren at 612-789-8509 ext 2#.
Free Design Consultations
In addition to our monthly classes, Castle also opens its Minneapolis Design Selection Studio on the 1st and 3rd Saturday and St. Paul Studio on the 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month for free design consultations. Our Saturday hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. To reserve your time, please call Katie in St. Paul at 651-690-7661 or Loren in Minneapolis at 612-789-8509.
EFC Movie Night - This Friday!
Two Angry Moms
Part exposé, part "how-to", the movie chronicles the efforts of two mothers and other leaders in the fledgling better school food movement as they take on the system nationwide. From Chefs Alice Waters and Ann Cooper reinventing school food in Berkley California to Chef Tony Geraci's student designed meals in New Hampshire, the movie covers programs that connect the cafeteria with the classroom and connect our kids with the earth….Two Angry Moms shows not only on what is wrong with school food; it offers strategies for overcoming roadblocks and getting healthy, good tasting, real food into school cafeterias.
Renovate at the Ritz!
Reserve your tickets for "Renovate" at The Ritz Theater, this weekend only!
This weekend only, OLA's co-artistic director Jennifer Ilse presents an excerpt from The Jury, OLA's 2010 mainstage production, for Renovate, a showcase of dance and choreography at the Ritz Theatre in Northeast Minneapolis.
Representing a wide variety of disciplines, look for pieces from Angharad Davies, Denise Armstead, Elizabeth Bergman, John Munger, Jaime Carrera, Alana Morris, Cade Holmseth, Taja Will, Julie Warder, Erinn Drummond, Kari Mosel, and OLA co-artistic director Jennifer Ilse.
General Admission. $18 adults/$15 students, seniors, groups 6+. Tickets on sale by phone or online here!
5/21/10, Renovate, The Ritz, 8pm
5/22/10, Renovate, The Ritz, 8pm
August is EAT LOCAL month at Eastside Food Co-op
Eat (Out) Local ~ Happy Hour!
Tuesday, August 17
4p.m. – 6p.m.
Sen Yai Sen Lek
Let’s chat and chew at our favorite local Thai restaurant and update each other on our progress, challenges and favorite recipes of this year’s Eat Local. Sen Yai Sen Lek - 2422 Central Ave NE.
Garden Resource Hub Training with Detroit
Garden Resource Hubs – A Training with Detroit
September 12-14th, 2010
Ashley Atkinson and staff from Greening of Detroit will be here for an in-depth conversation and training on implementation of “garden resource hubs" in the Twin Cities.
This project is supported by the Minneapolis Department of Health and Family Support and its Communities Putting Prevention to Work initiative of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, funded by the Minnesota Department of Health. This effort is also part of the City’s of Minneapolis’ Homegrown Minneapolis initiative.
The Heart of Winter Discussion
The Heart of Winter
A discussion series sponsored by Mill City Church
Join us to hear Mikkel Beckmen, the Executive Director of St. Stephen's Human Services, share on the topic of Homelessness. He will speak on the history, culture and common misconceptions of homelessness. Learn practical ways to get involved!
Sunday, January 23
Eastside Food Co-op's Granite Studio
2551 Central Ave NE
7:00-8:45 p.m.
The Heart of Winter series is meant to engage our hearts with various social justice/community development issues. Donations for St. Stephen's would be welcomed! Contact Jadah if you have questions or if you are interested in future events. jadah@millcitychurch.com
The Eastside Food Co-op parking lot is not available for this event, as it is during Co-op business hours. Parking is available on Central Avenue, and on adjacent streets (26th Ave, Polk Ave and Jackson Ave).
Neighborhood HealthSource Gala
Neighborhood HealthSource Gala - April 7th, 2011
A mother expecting her first child. A little boy who needs immunizations for school. A grandfather trying to keep his diabetes in check. These people are helped daily at NHS, which provides $2,000,000 in free care annually to those in need.
Celebrate affordable community health at a historic Minneapolis venue! Make plans now to attend our 6th Annual Gala, Thursday, April 7th from 5:30pm to 9:30pm at the Nicollet Island Pavillion. Join us for an evening of excellent food and cocktails, live music and a comedian, silent and live auctions and much, much more!
Tickets are $60. Table sponsorships are $400 (includes 4 tickets) and $600 (includes 8 tickets.) To purchase tickets or to be a sponsor, contact Sandra at 612-287-2425 or by e-mail. You can also donate an item for our auction or be a corporate sponsor.
Funds raised go to help Fremont help those who do not have health insurance get the top quality medical care that they deserve.
Mission Statement:
Neighborhood HealthSource is committed to improving the health of our communities by offering accessible, affordable, quality healthcare services.
As a result of the current challenging economic conditions faced by those we serve, we have expanded during the last year in the following ways:
- Expanded our scope of services to include Mental Health and Physical Therapy
- Renovated our Sheridan Clinic
- Renovated our Fremont Clinic
- Acquired property to permit the expansion of our Central Clinic
- Expanded our Clinical Initiatives
- Expanded all our Community Outreach Programs to our Entire Service
Join the NE Farmers Market Board of Directors!
The Northeast Farmers Market, a 501c4 non-profit, is seeking Directors for its Executive Board. Directors serve a two-year term and assist with all levels of Market organizing, including Market day operations, planning and policy implementation, and community engagement.
For more information, please contact nefarmersmarket@gmail.com.
Mini Food Drive
Eastside Makes a Difference!
The first two weeks of the New Year EFC is raising Funds and Food for CAPI.
CAPI is a community-based social justice organization and a direct implementer of anti-poverty programs to create jobs, housing, food, health education, youth and senior social services. Through these direct services CAPI promotes economic independence, self-advocacy, and determination of 3,000 African and Asian refugees and immigrants, annually.
CAPI's North Office 1315 Penn Ave N. Suite 214
Round-Up at the Registers!
Every Donation Counts!
Frank Stone Gallery March 12 Opening
Frank Stone Gallery opens its Spring Season on February 25. This season¹s artwork includes painting, sculpture, jewelry, glass, ceramics, and furniture. The season culminates with a Group Show of all artists that runs from May 6 -16. We are very excited about this season¹s artists. They are a group of skilled artisans whose technical mastery of their medium and creative drive produces inspiring and beautiful work.
Danny Saathoff (wall constructions and jewelry), Scott Albright (furniture), Farida Hughes (paintings)
March 11-21
Opening Reception: Friday, March 12
5-9pm
Scott Albright makes whimsical and functional furniture with hand carved surfaces, found objects, and specialty finishes. Danny Saathoff¹s jewelry and wall constructions are rich with detail: miniature painted landscapes, architectural plan details, rusted gears, and moving airplane parts all combine to make delightful, delicate Rube Goldberg-like assemblies. Farida Hughes¹ abstract paintings have bright colorful flocks of shapes that flit over the colorfield like birds, leaves, or landscapes viewed from the air.
For the close of this show, join us for a special Spring Fling on March 20th from 5-9pm.
Spring hours:
Thursday through Sunday 12 noon to 5 p.m.
Additional hours by appointment.
Frank Stone Gallery
1224 2nd St. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
612.617.9965
Ballet of the Dolls' Our Way
Ballet of the Dolls presents Our Way: Johnson & Rydberg (March 4-14)
After 25 years they've still got it! Join Ballet of the Dolls for an early spring treat - Our Way: Johnson and Rydberg. Opening March 4th, Our Way promises
a sophisticated evening of music and dance showcasing the ever-lovely dancing Dolls; fabulously talented pianists - Jill Dawe and Nicola Melville; the challenging choreography of Myron Johnson and the wonderfully witty music of Steven Rydberg. Don't miss the reunion of the century!
Calling all choreographers! WHAT: Renovate (Choreographer's Evening)
The Ritz Theater is proud to present their 3rd choreography showcase, "Renovate." "Renovate" is created to showcase the talent of Minnesota's finest choreographers and bring an eclectic evening of fresh and intriguing new dance and theater to the community. Show dates are May 20 - 22, 2010.
Ritz Theater
345 13th Ave NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Castle Building - 1/2 Story Remodeling
Castle Building & Remodeling offers complementary monthly classes on the most common remodeling projects.
Castle Building & Remodeling
2600 Johnson Street NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
This class is not a sales pitch, but is designed to be informative and educational. Space is limited to 12 people. If you would like to attend one of our classes, please RSVP as soon as possible to Loren at 612-789-8509 ext 2#.
Free Design Consultations
In addition to our monthly classes, Castle also opens its Minneapolis Design Selection Studio on the 1st and 3rd Saturday and St. Paul Studio on the 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month for free design consultations. Our Saturday hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. To reserve your time, please call Katie in St. Paul at 651-690-7661 or Loren in Minneapolis at 612-789-8509.
Workshop on Post-Harvest Handling of Vegetables
Workshop on Post-Harvest Handling of Vegetables
CONTACT: Parker Forsell, LSP, 507-523-3366 or
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — A workshop on post-harvest handling issues facing vegetable farmers of all sizes will be held Saturday, Jan. 22, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Eastside Food Co-op, 2551 Central Avenue NE, in Minneapolis. This workshop is sponsored by the Land Stewardship Project’s Farm Beginnings program and is open to the public. The cost, which includes lunch, is $20 for Land Stewardship Project members and $60 for non-members. Space is limited for this workshop, so participants must reserve a spot by contacting Parker Forsell at 507-523-3366 or parker@landstewardshipproject.org.
Note: Parking in the Eastside Food Co-op parking lot is not available for this meeting. Parking is available on Central Avenue, and on adjacent streets (26th Avenue, Polk Avenue, Jackson Avenue). City of Minneapolis winter parking restrictions are in place. Park only on the odd side of the street for non-snow-emergency streets.
This workshop is targeted at those that are already farming and wish to improve and troubleshoot their existing post-harvest handling operation. Vegetable farmer and consultant Atina Diffley of Organic FarmingWorks will offer an in-depth look at the tools, techniques and philosophies used to pack quality produce that has a long shelf life.
Areas covered include pre-harvest considerations; respiration and harvest; cooling, cleaning, packaging and sorting produce; pack areas, storage and delivery; and food safety planning. Hands-on activities will include creating post-harvest plans for various crops and video depictions of post-harvest operations. Attending this workshop will provide tools to increase profitability, produce quality and food safety.
The Land Stewardship Project’s Farm Beginnings program is a 14-year-old farmer-led educational training and support program designed to help people who want to evaluate and plan their farm enterprise. Participants engage in a mentorship experience and network with a variety of successful, innovative farmers; attend practical, high quality seminars, field days and conferences; and receive resource materials. They also create links with experienced farmers through farm partnerships, land and equipment use and/or rental.
For more information on Farm Beginnings, see www.farmbeginnings.org or call 507-523-3366.
Ladies Night Out - St. Anthony
We will have a variety of samples out from 5:30 to 7:30 including Meatballs with Big Butz BBQ Sauce, Hummus, Dips and Salsas.
Jean Rarick
Annona Gourmet
2907 Pentagon Drive
St. Anthony, MN 55418
612.354.2927
Educate Your Appetite!
NE Network Meeting
The Northeast Network is a monthly breakfast conversation on issues that matter to our community!
Thursday, November 10
7:30-8:45 AM
Shop Local, Give Local - NE Businesses and Non-Profits
Guest Speakers:
Sandra Haff, I Love a Parade (A Non-Profit Organization - "Art created by your homeless neighbors")
Sarah Hoese, Owner, Rewind (Vintage + Contemporary Clothing + Accessories)
Joe Hatch-Surisook, Owner, Sen Yai Sen Lek (Restaurant)
Showcase your business or non-profit organization before the shopping and giving season! Strategize with others on cross marketing opportunities and receive a FREE ad in the Co-op's December/January newsletter. We will be printing a special color "Shop Local" insert just for that issue.
~ All Welcome ~
Complimentary Coffee, Muffins & Fruit!
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
2551 Central Avenue NE ~ Minneapolis, MN 55418 (enter through the southwest door)
Co-op Movie Night!
Forks Over Knives
Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
FREE + refreshments
FORKS OVER KNIVES examines the profound claim that most, if not all, of the degenerative diseases that afflict us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting our present menu of animal-based and processed foods. The major storyline traces the personal journeys of Dr. T. Colin Campbell, a nutritional scientist from Cornell University, and Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, a former top surgeon at the world renowned Cleveland Clinic. Inspired by remarkable discoveries in their young careers, these men conducted several groundbreaking studies. Their separate research led them to the same startling conclusion: degenerative diseases like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and even several forms of cancer, could almost always be prevented—and in many cases reversed—by adopting a whole foods, plant-based diet. In addition, cameras follow “reality patients” who have chronic conditions from heart disease to diabetes, and are taught by their doctors to adopt a whole foods plant-based diet as the primary approach to treat their ailments.
Frank Stone Gallery March 26 Opening
Frank Stone Gallery opens its Spring Season on February 25. This season¹s artwork includes painting, sculpture, jewelry, glass, ceramics, and furniture. The season culminates with a Group Show of all artists that runs from May 6 -16. We are very excited about this season¹s artists. They are a group of skilled artisans whose technical mastery of their medium and creative drive produces inspiring and beautiful work.
Steve Hemingway (ceramics) & Jason Andrea (paintings)
March 25 - April 3
Opening Reception: Friday, March 26
5-9pm
Jason Andrea¹s oil paintings focus on the simple shapes of landscapes, farmscapes and cityscapes. Steve Hemingway is one of Minnesota¹s finest raku ceramicists. The difficult firing method produces rich blacks and vibrant color on Steve¹s masterfully thrown, carved and glazed work.
Spring hours:
Thursday through Sunday 12 noon to 5 p.m.
Additional hours by appointment.
Frank Stone Gallery
1224 2nd St. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
612.617.9965
Julie Johnson & The No-Accounts
Julie Johnson & The No-Accounts at the Black Dog Coffee & Wine Bar
Julie Johnson & The No-Accounts is made up of me on flute, Doug Otto on vocals and guitar, and Drew Druckrey on guitar, resonator guitar, vocals, and mandolin. If you missed our debut show at the Fine Line, or left that show wanting more, here's your chance ...
We play folk, old country, and blues with unusual stylizations and arrangements. Currently we're adding to our standard repertoire by finding and arranging old North Woods logging and voyageur songs, looking for the Upper Midwest's equivalent to the South's rich roots tradition. Our set includes a version of Leadbelly’s “Where Did You Sleep Last Night” influenced by music from Carmen, and a version of the little-known Bob Dylan tune “Winterlude” for flute, vocals, mandolin, and bass clarinet.
Learn more about the group, and listen to some of our music.
Black Dog Coffee & Wine Bar
Corner of 4th & Broadway
Lowertown, St. Paul, MN
Free Admission
"All in the Coop Together"
The NE Minneapolis Farmers Market proudly announces its first Annual Community Meeting “All in the Coop Together."
Featuring keynote speaker Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin, Director of the Northfield-based Rural Enterprise Center. Haslett-Marroquin is also well-known in the Twin Cities for his collaboration with the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy to launch Peace Coffee.
The Rural Enterprise Center’s signature program is the Hillside Farmers’ Cooperative, which provides resources and distribution opportunities for its member farmers who are small-scale producers of sustainably-grown chickens and eggs. Haslett-Marroquin’s speech will address the chicken-and-egg relationship-building process between the producers and eaters of sustainable food.
The meeting will also be an opportunity for the general public to meet 2010 Market vendors, learn about new projects at the Market, and enjoy hors d’ouerves from sponsors Chowgirls, the Modern Café, CREATE Catering and Dining Studio, and Erte.
Location: St Boniface Catholic Church, Fellowship Hall
629 Second Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Cost: Free will donation.
Kids Books and Tasty Treats
Two Cool Links:
NEW kids books on dirt and gardening.
www.startribune.com
Natural Sweeteners and Recipes.
simplygoodandtasty.com
YMCA
Annual YMCA Gala Benefit Dinner
Thursday, October 7
6 - 10pm at Jax Café - NE Mpls
The theme this year is "Sassy and Sizzling"
Tickets are:
$90 before September 10th
$100 after September 10th.
You can call (763) 717-1826 to reserve your spot.
Edison High School Barbecue
Join us on Thursday, August 26th
Open House (6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
4th annual community barbecue (3:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
Enjoy the tasty treats and mingle with our staff, students, families, local celebrities, and members of our community. Learn more about the exciting opportunities we offer in our academic, athletic and clubs/activities programs.
Games and activities for all ages will be taking place at Jackson Square Park (across the street from our parking lot.)
The dedication of our new softball backstop, designed by James Brenner - Director of Chicago Sculpture Works, will be taking place at Jackson Square Park at 5 p.m.
We look forward to seeing you.
Casket Cinema Screens "Xperimental Eros"
Casket Cinema celebrates Valentines with a special screening of Other Cinema's short film collection "Xperimental Eros". Curated by Noel Lawrence with help from Craig Baldwin, this duo has complied nine of the most deviant and erotic Bay Area short experimental films out there. This collection will no doubt titilate, shock, arouse, intrigue and disgust you!
Other Cinema says,"Be it tales of sexual obsession, rejected letters to Penthouse Forum, or the Mr. Nude Trucker Contest of 1976, no subject is taboo... nor above deconstruction. X-EROS strips bare the spectacle of sex in cinema, poeticizing the cinematic language of the body"
Xperimental Eros will screen on Thursday on Febuary 3rd, doors 7:30pm, movie at 8pm, the cost is free but $5 donation is requested.
Other Cinema Website A portion of your donations will go to support the filmmakers and OtherCinema in San Francisco.
Casket Cinema is located in the art studio of Mark Wojahn, in The old Northwestern Casket Building. 681 17th Ave NE #145, Minneapolis, MN 55413 (612)781-5223.
As always please BYOB and enter through the blue north side loading dock door under the very large Red Arrow,
Mark Wojahn
Filmmaker/Photographer/Casket Cinema curator
Riverfront Development Public Meeting
Public Participation in Minneapolis Riverfront Development Initiative
The Minneapolis Parks & Recreation Board is launching the Minneapolis Riverfront Development Initiative with several public and committee meetings over the next six months. The first three meetings will be held this month:
- Thursday, April 28, 7-9 pm.
- Friday, April 29, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm.
- Saturday, April 30, 10 am – 12 pm.
All three meetings will take place at MPRB Headquarters, 2117 West River Road. This is an invaluable opportunity to gain knowledge and offer input into this exciting initiative to establish our region as a leading river community for the 21st century.
NO Northeast Network Meeting this December!
The Northeast Network is a monthly breakfast conversation on issues that matter to our community!
There is NO Northeast Network meeting this December!
We will resume these meeting in January 2012!
Thanks for making these meeting a success. It was an interesting and informative year, see you in January!
October 16-22 is "Co-op Week" in MN!
Secretary of State Mark Ritchie Recognizes "Co-op Week" by Announcing that Minnesota is Ranked Number One in Cooperative Businesses in the Nation!
St. Paul, Minn.-October 20, 2011-Secretary of State Mark Ritchie today recognized "Co-op Week" which is observed the week of October 16-22 by announcing that Minnesota is home to more cooperative businesses than any other state and several of the nation's largest co-ops are headquartered here.
"Minnesota ranks number one in sheer numbers of cooperatives and our residents enjoy the tremendous benefit co-ops bring," Ritchie said. "Our state's co-ops generate more than $34 billion in revenue and provide good jobs for 46,000 Minnesota residents."
Owned and governed by their members, co-ops provide products and services as close as possible to actual cost, with profit margins plowed back into the business or returned to the members. Many individuals are members of more than one co-op.
Nearly 1,000 cooperative businesses serve approximately 3.4 million members in Minnesota. These co-ops provide goods and services ranging from farm supplies and farm credit, to electricity, petroleum products, grain marketing, dairy products and processing, housing, health care, telecommunications, ethanol and sugar production, credit unions, and food co-ops.
"October is traditionally designated as the month to honor co-ops and the contribution they make to stronger communities and it's fitting that the tradition began right here in Minnesota," said Cooperative Network President and CEO Bill Oemichen. "The tradition of celebrating Co-op Month has deep roots in Minnesota. While the idea of celebrating the special nature of cooperatives first appeared in 1924 in Waukegan, Illinois, it was former Minnesota Governor Luther Youngdahl who signed the first official Minnesota October Co-op Month proclamation in 1948, at the request of the Minnesota Association of Cooperatives (now Cooperative Network)."
NCB Financial Group, parent of the National Consumer Cooperative Bank, this week published its annual report detailing the top 100 co-ops in the nation and their contribution to the economy. Four Minnesota-based cooperatives were among the top two revenue producers by business sector in the NCB survey for 2010.
• CHS Inc., based in St. Paul, was in first place on the NCB Top 100 list, with $25.3 billion in revenues for 2010.
• Land O'Lakes, Inc., also based in St. Paul, came in second with revenues of $11.1 billion.
• Agribank, FSB, also in St. Paul, placed eighth nationwide with $4 billion in revenues.
• HealthPartners, Inc., headquartered in South Bloomington, was in 10th place with 2010 revenues of $3.6 billion.
"Large or small, urban or rural, the key concept of a cooperative business is friends, neighbors and fellow members delivering value for each other and their communities," explained Ritchie.
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Complementary Coffee & Muffins
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Frank Stone Gallery April 9 Opening
Frank Stone Gallery opens its Spring Season on February 25. This season¹s artwork includes painting, sculpture, jewelry, glass, ceramics, and furniture. The season culminates with a Group Show of all artists that runs from May 6 -16. We are very excited about this season¹s artists. They are a group of skilled artisans whose technical mastery of their medium and creative drive produces inspiring and beautiful work.
Amy Rice (paintings), Allan Ingenito (glass), & Beth Baker (jewelry)
April 8 - 18
Opening Reception: Friday, April 9
5-9pm
Amy Rice is a Rosalux artist and we are excited to see what she'll bring in to the gallery. Her stenciled paintings have rich surfaces, narrative qualities, and luscious color. Beth Baker's glass tile jewelry magnifies the mystery of words using found object paper ephemera. Allan Ingenito's brilliant glassword involves a number of surface treatments and color combinations. Surfaces are sandblasted, layered, woven, or infused with rainbows of color.
Spring hours:
Thursday through Sunday 12 noon to 5 p.m.
Additional hours by appointment.
Frank Stone Gallery
1224 2nd St. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
612.617.9965
Casket Cinema's Wojahn a McKnight Recipient!
MCKNIGHT SCREENWRITING AND FILMMAKING FELLOWS PRESENT THEIR AWARD-WINNING WORK
Each year, the McKnight Foundation and IFP Media Arts award four $25,000 Fellowships to Minnesota’s mid-career filmmakers and screenwriters. This year, the talented 2009 Fellowship recipients will present their work and answer your questions on March 10th at The Loft Literary Center. We’re calling them the “McKnighty-Nights.” Bedtime snacks will follow.
McKnighty-Nights, Part II: The Filmmakers
It’s story time with the 2009 McKnight Filmmaking Fellows! Cozy up to these talented artists as they reveal the magic that got them their $25,000 Fellowships. (And by “magic” we mean hard work, talent, and good luck.) Rolf Belgum and Mark Wojahn will discuss their latest projects and show clips from their award-winning films. These filmmakers tell the stories of families who are a bit…odd, in one way or another. But their filmic approaches to these stories are dramatically different. Emily Goldberg will moderate a discussion about the fine line between fiction and non-fiction, revelation and exploitation, and the essence of what makes a movie worth watching.
Rolf Belgum’s film Driver 23 is the lowest budget film ever purchased by a major network and aired on the Sundance Channel from 2001-2003.
Mark Wojahn sees "film and activism as means for building and connecting with community, for raising personal collective awareness, and for exploring the realms of consciousness and humanity." Reviews of Mark's work have appeared in Mother Jones, City Pages, Star Tribune, and the New Art Examiner. Awards include 2004 Best Film of the Twin Cities, (City Pages), 2003 Artist of the Year, (City Pages). His films include What America Needs: from Sea to Shining Sea, 2003 and What America Needs: An Interior Expedition, 1995. His most recent film, Trampoline, a documentary feature about a South Minneapolis family with four teenagers, will be screening in festivals in 2010.
Emily Goldberg’s Emmy award-winning documentary work has screened in numerous film festivals, from the International Documentary Festival in Amsterdam to the Museum of Modern Art.
For more info: www.ifpmn.org or e-mail llippold@ifpmn.org Phone: 651-644-1912 x106. The Loft is at 1011 Washington Ave. S., Minneapolis.
Hotdish Revolution!
It's back and better than ever!
It's the annual event that pits neighbor against neighbor, tater tot against tater tot, all in the name of Hotdish Glory and a chance to cream the competition with your creamed-soup concoction.
Hotdish Revolution!
Grain Belt Studios, 79 13th Ave. NE, Minneapolis
Doors Open: 4 p.m. for entries (entries accepted only until 4:30 p.m.)
Judging: 4:30-5 p.m.
Dining: 5:15 p.m. until the food's gone
We'll have celebrity judges, art, music, "trophies," good eatin' and more. Our Jello Spectacular showcases the finest in quivering creations. So please join us, and please spread the word to your neighbors -- we've attached a copy of this year's poster, which will be on sale at the event.
Categories are:
*"Spicy" (Minnesota definition or otherwise)
* Vegetarian
* Tater Tot Excellence
* I Made It (kids under 16 years)
* Darn Good (general category)
Cost: Only $5 is you enter a hotdish or jello creation. All others are just $15 (adults) and $5 (kids 5-15 years; under age 5 are free). All proceeds benefit the Holland Neighborhood Improvement Association (HNIA).
Questions? Contact HNIA at (612) 781-2299 or visit www.hnia.org.
Fruits of the City Launch Party
Minnesota Project: Fruits of the City kick-off party
Sunday, July 11
12:30 to 2:00 pm
Beard’s Plaisance on Lake Harriet
The Minnesota Project is looking for Neighborhood Coordinators to lead volunteers at gleaning events. Past volunteers are great for the role because you bring your knowledge and prior experiences to the table. Plus it’s another chance to support your community and meet new people.
Fruits of the City program continues to look for funds to grow and enhance this program.
Blog: www.mnproject.org/blog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/mnproject
Twitter: www.twitter.com/themnproject
Fair Food Fight
FAIR FOOD FIGHT NIGHT: A SPECTACLE OF BEEF AND BEER
GREAT FOOD * FURIOUS DEBATE * LOCAL BEER * MAD DANCING * BIG PRIZES
Friday, July 23, 6pm till we drop (midnight)
Rau + Barber Bldg, 4244 Nicollet Ave. S, Minneapolis
ITINERARY:
$5 admission comes with a Fulton Beer or a homemade soda from Corner Table. Buy tickets, print em up ahead of time, and bring to the event!
6pm Grab a bite from great local cafes and restaurants! (See below.)
7pm FOOD FIGHT! Listen to the furious debate hosted by Stephanie March of Mpls St. Paul Magazine
8:30 pm Dance! DANCE, you sweaty dogs!
stephGET IN THE RING: FOOD Forum with Stephanie March
Discussing ethically raised meat, and animal welfare with:
* Todd Churchill of Thousand Hills Cattle Company
* Arion Thiboumery, Vice President of Lorentz Meat
Plus, representatives from local farms and animal rights group Mercy for Animals.
dannyDJ: Danny Sigelman
Formerly of Radio K and The Current, Danny Sigelman has helped cultivate the local Minnesota music scene for years, so we're excited to have him at our local foods smackdown.
Music starts at 8:30pm.
DEVOUR A bonanza of local foods
Bring cash! Great local, sustainable, and organic fare from:
* Corner Table
* The Modern Cafe
* Magic Bus Cafe
* Fulton Beer
* Equal Exchange Coffee and Chocolate
* Nature's Prime Organics
Go here to buy a drink ticket for a Fulton beer or a homemade soda from Corner Table restaurant. (You can buy one ahead of time, which we recommend, or at the day of the event. Buy as many as you like ahead of time! We need some coin to pull this off...)
HUGE RAFFLE - PROCEEDS TO AMES FARM
Enter to Win Nature's Pride Organics' Best Seller Grill Pack ($155 value) among other delicious and wondrous gifts.
All proceeds from the raffle will go to Ames Farm Honey, who needs our help after recent devastating weather. Please bring your checkbook if you can donate a little more!
EVEN MORE CRAZINESS TO BE ANNOUNCED AS THIS THING SNOWBALLS OUT OF CONTROL!
Sun Machine Summer Jam
Come join the fun at Sun Machine's 2nd annual Summer Jam!
Saturday, August 21 from 2 pm - 8 pm
Summer Jam will take place in the Basin Amphitheater, just south of Jackson Square Park - 2212 Jackson St. NE, Minneapolis
Did we mention it's FREE???
Save the date ~ you definitely don't want to miss out on this summer's greatest jam!
There will be live entertainment provided throughout the day including:
Jenny Dalton
Union Shakedown
Pharaohs of Rhythm
Andy Juhl and the Bluestem Players
We Can't Bury Shelley
Cashin Brown
Various spoken word artists TBA
Bring the kids and hang out for the day! There'll be face painting, a musical instrument petting zoo, displays from local artists, lawn games, food/beverages, and a silent auction, just to name a few! Jackson Square Park also has a wading pool, basektball courts, a playground, and all kinds of other goodies.
Sun Machine is a locally-based music cooperative that emphasizes accessibility and community!
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for ESNS Camp Bovey
You are invited!
A spaghetti dinner that is not to be missed! The Camp Bovey Alumni & TC Snowshoe Shuffle Pre-Race Spaghetti Dinner!
Friday, February 4, from 5-7 p.m. at ESNS.
$5/person.
Enjoy a great dinner, register for the race early, reconnect with Bovey alum, fuel up for the race, purchase Snowshoe Shuffle merchandise and socialize with fellow community!
East Side Neighborhood Services
1700 2nd St NE, Minneapolis
O: 612.787.4063
www.esns.org
Riverfront Development Public Meeting
Public Participation in Minneapolis Riverfront Development Initiative
The Minneapolis Parks & Recreation Board is launching the Minneapolis Riverfront Development Initiative with several public and committee meetings over the next six months. The first three meetings will be held this month:
- Thursday, April 28, 7-9 pm.
- Friday, April 29, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm.
- Saturday, April 30, 10 am – 12 pm.
All three meetings will take place at MPRB Headquarters, 2117 West River Road. This is an invaluable opportunity to gain knowledge and offer input into this exciting initiative to establish our region as a leading river community for the 21st century.
Northeast Network
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Complementary Coffee & Muffins
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
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Frank Stone Gallery April 23 Opening
Frank Stone Gallery opens its Spring Season on February 25. This season¹s artwork includes painting, sculpture, jewelry, glass, ceramics, and furniture. The season culminates with a Group Show of all artists that runs from May 6 -16. We are very excited about this season¹s artists. They are a group of skilled artisans whose technical mastery of their medium and creative drive produces inspiring and beautiful work.
Solo Show of Sculpture by Rabi Sanfo
April 22 - May 2
Opening Reception: Friday, April 23
5-9pm
Rabi Sanfo is an accomplished metal sculptor. Originally from Burkina Faso Africa, he now resides in Northeast Minneapolis. Please join us for this solo showing of his newest work - cast bronzes, and cut assemblages, plus his wonderful figures and animals of welded steel and brass.
Spring hours:
Thursday through Sunday 12 noon to 5 p.m.
Additional hours by appointment.
Frank Stone Gallery
1224 2nd St. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
612.617.9965
Gardening Matters Community Resource Fair
6th Annual Community Garden Resource Fair
Sabathani Community Center
310 E. 38th Street
Minneapolis
$5 suggested donation at the door; free parking
For a complete listing of kids activities, workshops, exhibitors, and sponsors, visit www.gardeningmatters.org.
Edison School Future Meeting
Edison High School
700 22nd Avenue NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Based on new state and federal requirements, MPS must implement one of the following models at our school for fall 2010:
Transformation: change in principal and restructure instructional time and professional development time for staff.
Turnaround: change in principal and at least 50 percent of staff.
Restart: convert/close the school and reopen under a charter or education management organization.
Close: close the school and reassign students to a higher performing school.
The MPS superintendent will decide by April 27 which model to implement at Edison. Please attend this important conversation about Northeast Minneapolis' high school's future.
Breakfast on the Farm
Celebrate Local Food with Breakfast on the Farm
Gale Woods Farm, Minnetrista, MN
Saturday, August 21
8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m
Start your weekend with a farm-fresh breakfast made from locally grown foods. Enjoy live music while eating in a beautiful farm setting. Walk around the farm, meet the farm animals, and explore the gardens. Reservations required.
Registration deadline is August 17th.
$12 for ages 13 and up, $6 per child ages 2-12. Children under 2 are free.
Reservations required. Reservations can be made by calling 763-559-6700. For any questions, please call the Gale Woods Farm office at 763-694-2001.
Celebrate the Harvest at Gale Woods Farm
Tour the gardens and orchard, tasting the bounty the farm has produced. Watch the amazing skill of border collies and their trainers at the Star of the North Stock Dog Trials. Enjoy a wagon ride, tour the barn to meet the farm animals, and play farm games. There is also a harvest fair showcasing fiber artists, local food vendors and concessions. Ages: All.
$7/person ages 2 and up. 20% for groups of 4 or more.
For more information, call Gale Woods Farm at 763-694-2001 or click here.
ESNS Snow Shoe Shuffle
A DASH IN THE SNOW! THE SIXTH ANNUAL TWIN CITIES SNOWSHOE SHUFFLE
FEBRUARY 5, 2011.
This will be the sixth year celebrating Minnesota’s great outdoors, age-old snowshoe tradition and gathering for an excellent cause. The
2011 “Dash in the Snow,” Twin Cities Snowshoe Shuffle will be held Saturday, February 5, 2011 on the beautiful natural trails of Long
Lake Regional Park. The snowshoe race is a 5K/10K run/walk and Regional Qualifier for the United States National Snowshoe
Association National Championship.
All ages and abilities are welcome to Dash in the Snow! The Twin Cities Snowshoe Shuffle has grown to rank third in the country for the
number of race entrants and attracts competitors from several states in the Midwest and states as far as North Carolina and Washington. In
addition to seasoned racers, the Twin Cities Snowshoe Shuffle participants include recreational snowshoers, Nordic skiers, road runners,
trail runners and families. A Kid’s Fun Run will also take place after the race.
Registration is $35 and includes a long-sleeved race t-shirt, and chili lunch at New Brighton Tri-City American Legion. Awards,
participant prizes and a silent auction will also be held at Tri-City following the race. Snowshoes are available for rental, for $5 the day of
the event. A Camp Bovey Alumni and Pre-Race Spaghetti Dinner will be held Friday, Febrauary 4, from 5-7 p.m. at East Side
Neighborhood Services, 1700 2nd
Street NE, Minneapolis. Dinner is $5 per person. All community members, Camp Bovey Alumni and
snowshoe race participants are welcome to attend. Racers will have the opportunity to register early and receive their race packets before
the day of the race.
All proceeds from the race and silent auction will benefit Camp Bovey, East Side Neighborhood Services’ Summer Youth Camp,
located in Gordon, Wisconsin. Camp Bovey provides outdoor living and leadership development for children ages eight to 14. Each
entrant will assist in raising funds to provide camperships for children from low income, poverty level and inner city families to attend
Camp Bovey.
For more information about the Sixth Annual Twin Cities Snowshoe Shuffle, call East Side Neighborhood Services at 612.781.6011 or
visit, www.esns.org.
PR Contact: Jenna Anderson, Public Relations Specialist
East Side Neighborhood Services • 1700 Second Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
O: 612.787.4063 • E: JAnderson@esns.org • www.esns.org
Riverfront Development Public Meeting
Public Participation in Minneapolis Riverfront Development Initiative
The Minneapolis Parks & Recreation Board is launching the Minneapolis Riverfront Development Initiative with several public and committee meetings over the next six months. The first three meetings will be held this month:
- Thursday, April 28, 7-9 pm.
- Friday, April 29, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm.
- Saturday, April 30, 10 am – 12 pm.
All three meetings will take place at MPRB Headquarters, 2117 West River Road. This is an invaluable opportunity to gain knowledge and offer input into this exciting initiative to establish our region as a leading river community for the 21st century.
Northeast Network
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Complementary Coffee & Muffins
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Frank Stone Gallery Art-A-Whirl Opening
May 6-16: Group Show
Our Spring season culminates with a group show of work by all artists in the series. This show kicks off with a reception on the 7th and ends with Art-A-Whirl, the spring studio tour event sponsored the Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association (NEMAA).
Opening Reception: Friday, May 7
5-9pm
Art-A-Whirl Hours - May 14-16
Friday 12-9pm
Saturday 12-5pm
Sunday 12-5pm
Frank Stone Gallery
1224 2nd St. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
612.617.9965
Edison High Musical "Bye Bye Birdie"
“Bye Bye Birdie”
After over a decade of absence, musical theatre returns to Thomas Edison High School! The fully-staged Broadway rendition of “Bye Bye Birdie” will command the Edison High School.
Friday, April 16 at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 17 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Advance ticket prices will be $3 for students and $5 for adults. Tickets at the door increase in price by $1
Audubon Neighborhood Energy Workshop
Community Energy Services and Audubon Neighborhood Energy Workshop and Home Visit
WHO: Community Energy Services and the Audubon Neighborhood Association
WHAT: Energy Workshop and Home Visit
WHERE: Salvation Army, 2727 Central Avenue NE
WHEN: April 29th 6:30pm
HOW MUCH: FREE for the first 100 households, $30 after
WHY: Learn how to reduce the energy use in your house during the workshop with a follow up home visit with energy experts to learn specific strategies for your home.
The Audubon Neighborhood Association has teamed up again with the Center for Energy and Environment, CenterPoint Energy and Xcel Energy to offer homeowners this comprehensive program.
Funding for this project was provided by the Minnesota Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund as recommended by the Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCCMR).
For more information or to reserve your spot contact Ashley Robertson at (612)335-5869 or arobertson@mncee.org.
EFC Holiday Hours
National Night Out 2010!
Get to know your Neighbors!
National Night Out 2010 is coming up!
Look forward to the 27th Annual NNO to occur on Tuesday, August 3, 2010.
National Night Out is an annual nationwide event that encourages residents to get out in the community, holding block parties and getting to know their neighbors as a way to encourage crime prevention. It's a great way to promote community-police partnerships and enjoy a Minnesota summer evening surrounded by friends and family. For more information, see the Minneapolis NNO mission statement.
For more information:
NENBA Meet & Greet
Stop by Ginger Hop Restaurant on Wed., Sept. 29 any time between 5 - 7 p.m. for a casual Meet | Greet | Connect event
Everyone is invited for in-person social networking!
Chat with neighbors and local business people for an opportunity to make connections in the neighborhood. Don't forget to bring your business cards!
Cash bar/food.
Please RSVP on Facebook or email northeastnba@live.com.
Presented by the Northeast Neighbors & Business Association. Special thanks to event partner Ginger Hop Restaurant, 201 E. Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis MN 55414.
Camden Music School Fundraiser
Camden Music School presents…
A FUNdraiser for Scholarships
Friday, April 1, 7pm
Capri Theater, 2027 West Broadway, Minneapolis, 55411
Starring the audience on vocals, with host Dan Chouinard, guest song leaders Debbie Duncan, T Mychael Rambo, Dennis Spears and Regina Williams. Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Tickets starting February 7 and more info: or 612-618-0219.
7th Annual Hotdish Revolution
7th Annual Hotdish Revolution
Saturday, April 30, 5 p.m., Grace Center (formerly Holland School), 1500 6th Street NE. Come to compete or just come to eat! This annual Holland neighborhood fundraiser will feature celebrity judges, raffles, tasty beverages and lots and lots of hotdish. For further information, go to www.hnia.org.
NE Library - Co-op Class!
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Co-op Class - Menu Planning Basics with Natural Foods
Scott Soule
Tuesday, October 4
6:30-8p.m.
Free
NE Library 2200 Central Ave, NE Mpls 55418
Session 3 - Menu Planning Basics with Natural Foods. Home cooks are challenged to prepare 21 meals a week, while providing our families with nutritional variety. This becomes even more challenging if a family member has a food allergy or intolerance. Take home recipe ideas for hot and cold breakfasts, leisurely or on-the-go, lunch ideas for at-home or packed to go, and dinner recipes -- for those nights when you have less than half an hour, or weekend recipes for mid-week leftovers, or slow-cooked recipes to come home to after a day at work.
Northeast Network
Topic TBA
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Complementary Coffee & Muffins
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
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Become a Mentor with the Peace Foundation
In-Depth Training on Transition Mentoring
to help Ex-Offenders returning to the Community.
The Peace Foundation knows and understands the power of mentoring. This training is sponsored by the Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches, the Minneapolis Police Department and Hennepin County Adult Correction Facility.
IN-DEPTH TRAINING TRANSITION MENTORING
To Help Ex-Offenders Returning to the Community
Saturday, March 13, 2010
8:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hennepin Co. Adult Corrections Facility
Men's Building
1145 Shenandoah Lane, Plymouth
Directions: 494 north to Co. Rd. 6 -- turn left on Co. Rd. 6 to Shenandoah Lane (west side of Parker's Lake)
Snacks/Lunch will be served
Please contact Jennifer Edel at 612-721-8687 ext 318
NE Middle School 2K/5K Family Fun Day
Family Fun Day!
Enter the 2K or 5K (starting at 9:00), go swimming, play on the inflatable obstacle course, get your face painted, play a Wii game, buy a book or participate in other wellness activities. Game tickets are $1. Most activities are one or two tickets.
Northeast Middle School
2955 Hayes Street
Minneapolis, MN
The Scholastic Book Fair will be in the Northeast Middle School Media Center. Families who attend the Health & Wellness day this Saturday will have an opportunity to purchase books, too. Northeast Middle School will receive 40% of the profits raised through the book fair in order to purchase new books for the media center and reading classes.
Filmmaker Mark Wojahn's Trampoline
Friends of Casket Cinema:
Save the date of April 26th 7pm for a sneak peak of McKnight Fellow Mark Wojahn's new documentary, Trampoline, at the Minneapolis St.Paul International Film Fest. This is the first time the whole film will be shown to the public!
The screening will be at at St.Anthony Main.
Link to purchase tickets.
EFC Cooking Class
Gluten-Free Meals
If you have the challenge of preparing gluten-free meals for yourself or a family member here is your chance to learn a few great recipes that you can add to your meal selection. Gluten-free is not boring – and the variety of gluten-free options is surprising, so learn to get creative and enjoy the health benefits. Experienced staff from Eastside Food Co-op will show you how to cook good gluten-free food. Menus will be provided, prepared and, of course, sampled.
Tuesday, May 18th
6:30-8:30 p.m.
$10 (1 session)
Columbia Heights - Community Education
Registration
In person or by check:
Columbia Heights - Community Education
1440 49th Ave N.E.
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
By phone 763-528-4517 MasterCard/Visa
Local Art Opening
Altered Esthetics
WHO ~ Altered Esthetics is a non-profit community-based art gallery and arts advocacy organization located in the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District. We believe artists represent a voice of society and our mission is to support and expand a vibrant arts community.
WHAT ~ ART SHOW ~ Suburbs v. Cities ~ Artists creatively examine the pros and cons of life in the metropolis versus life in the burbs.
WHERE ~ Q.arma Building at 1224 Quincy Street N.E. Minneapolis, MN 55413
WHEN ~ Opening Night July 2 from 7-10pm and runs thru July 29
HOW MUCH ~ FREE!!
www.alteredesthetics.com/events/calendar
Cedar Summit Farm Tour
Join Land Stewardship Project's Farm Beginnings program on Saturday, August 7th from 9am-Noon for a public farm tour at Cedar Summit Farm
Grazing specialist Howard Moechnig will be at the farm to explore the grazing systems used by the Minar's at their farm.
Topics to be covered during the Aug. 7 field day include:
*Environmental impact of grazing.
*Pasture grass species mixtures and grazing management to produce milk solely off pasture.
*Management needed to produce grass-finished beef.
*Grazing management during periods of extreme heat.
*An efficient milking parlor design.
*Marketing to local markets using on-farm processing.
The tour is free for Land Stewardship Project members and open to the public for a fee of $35. Pre-registration is required. For more information, directions and to register, contact Nick Olson at 320-269-2105.
For more information about Land Stewardship Project and our upcoming Farm Beginnings classes, please visit www.landstewardshipproject.org
PEN Fundraiser for Eastside Schools
5-7 PM
CMS Peace Concert
Peace Concert
Saturday, February 26, 4-5pm
CMS at Luther Memorial
3751 Sheridan Ave. N., Minneapolis, 55412
FREE
Please join CamdenMusicSchoolfor an hour of peace music performed by CMS students, teachers and others. Selections include Peace Piece by Bill Evans, Imagine by John Lennon, some sing-alongs and much more. It’ll be a simple, casual event -- free to all. Good coffee and conversation will be served afterwards.
ArtShare Parade Workshop
Artshare Kicks Off 2011 Season
Artshare, a collaborative group dedicated to creating shared art experiences for the Northeast community, will once again be conducting free public workshops so you can make your own personal float, mask or creative contraption to be part of the 82nd Annual NE Parade. They kicked off their 2011 season with a fundraiser at Sen Yai Sen Lek at the end of March and will be holding another fundraiser at Grumpy’s NE on Sunday, May 23. Parade workshops will be held at Edison High School on Saturdays, May 29, June 5, 12 & 19. For more information, go to http://www.artsharene.blogspot.com/
In addition to their Parade workshops, Artshare has created three Audio-Guided Walking Tours of NE neighborhoods in collaboration with HNIA. These tours guide participants through the history and future of Northeast businesses, churches, industry, topography and more. For more information and to get involved in this project, check out the new website at http://newalkingtours.com.
Co-op Movie Night!
Queen of the Sun
Thursday, September 15
7-9p.m.
Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
FREE + refreshments
Queen of the Sun weaves an unusual and dramatic story of the heart-felt struggles of beekeepers, scientists and philosophers from around the world. Featuring Michael Pollan, Gunther Hauk and Vandana Shiva, Queen of the Sun reveals both the problems and the solutions in renewing a culture in balance with nature. Queen of The Sun examines the global bee crisis through the eyes of biodynamic beekeepers, scientists, farmers, and philosophers. On a pilgrimage around the world, 10,000 years of beekeeping is unveiled, highlighting how our historic and sacred relationship with bees has been lost due to highly mechanized industrial practices.
Holiday Train!
Choo Choo! Canadian Pacific Railway and Northeast Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring the 2011 Holiday Train event in Northeast Minneapolis, to support the food shelves at East Side Neighborhood Services. The 2011 Holiday Train event will be held Sunday, December 11, 2011, 7-9 p.m. at Shoreham Yards, 2800 Central Ave. NE, Minneapolis. The Holiday Train will be arriving at 8 p.m. This is the CP Holiday Train’s only stop in Minneapolis this year…don’t miss the train!
The 2011 Holiday Train event will give local Minneapolis community members the opportunity to donate cash or food to support food shelves at East Side Neighborhood Services, benefiting residents of Northeast and Southeast Minneapolis and surrounding areas. This event brings the community together for a night of free live musical entertainment, kid’s activities, horse drawn carriage rides, refreshments and to support the local community with food shelf support.
The Canadian Pacific Railway Holiday Train is celebrating its 12th year of raising awareness of hunger relief by touring over 130 communities across the U.S. Canadian Pacific provides a brightly decorated train covered in lights, a box car converted into a stage, great musical talent and a contribution of food and funds that support community members during the holidays. Bringing holiday cheer and the important food shelf message on the U.S. Holiday Train will be veteran Milwaukee folk-rocker Willy Porter, who has a fan base that includes the U.S., Canada, the UK and Europe. Along with Willy on the Holiday Train stage will be Nashville country-music recording artist Sydney Grigg.
East Side Neighborhood Services is a non-profit human services agency that provides services to individuals, families and neighborhoods primarily of Northeast and Southeast Minneapolis and surrounding communities. Three food shelf locations operated by East Side Neighborhood Services provide food to over 2,000 individuals each year.
For more information about the 2011 Holiday Train Event, or food shelves at East Side Neighborhood Services call 612.781.6011 or visit www.esns.org.
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PR Contact: Jenna Anderson, Public Relations Specialist
East Side Neighborhood Services • 1700 Second Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
O: 612.787.4063 • E: JAnderson@esns.org • www.esns.org
Northeast Network
Topic TBA
Guest Speaker: TBA
Complementary Coffee & Muffins
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
Please RSVP - board@eastsidefood.coop
Art Opening at NE Community Acupuncture
Art Opening For Don Aggerbeck
Hosted by NE Community Acupuncture
1224 2nd St NE Suite 200
Minneapolis, MN, 55413
Directly above the Frank Stone Art Gallery!
Catering By Chowgirls of NE Mpls
Northeast Community Acupuncture: Our mission is to provide quality healthcare for all at affordable prices. We are ardent supporters of the arts and local community in NE Minneapolis. We Believe in healthy communities as well as healthy individuals. Our clinic also functions as an art gallery and we are always looking to showcase new artists!
We have a sliding scale fee of $15-$40 pay what you can afford.
1224 2nd St NE Suite 200
Minneapolis, MN
Directly above the Frank Stone Art Gallery !
Please Call:
Noah Frohlich L.Ac. 612-709-5872
Deborah Owen L.Ac. 612-708-8917
Marcy School Musical "I Am"
An original musical co-written by Marcy students
Marcy Middle School Musical, “I am”. It is musical time! Marcy middle school students have been hard at work since January. The play will be March 17, 18 and 19th and March 23, 24, and 25th.
Marcy Open School
415 Southeast 4th Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55414-1761
(612) 668-1020
ESNS Wine Tasting
EFC Cooking Class
Vegan Dinner Party
Learn how to prepare great vegan food for a dinner party. You will learn to cook an appetizer, a soup, a salad, main course and dessert that will delight the senses. Vegan food is creative, tasty and an adventure in the kitchen. Experienced staff from Eastside Food Co-op will explain why many people choose this eating path (no animal foods or by-products) and show you how to cook a good vegan meal. If you have never cooked a vegan meal before here is your chance to learn a few choice recipes. Menus will be provided, prepared and, of course, sampled.
Thursday, May 19th
6:30-8:30 p.m.
$15 (1 session)
Northeast Middle School - Community Education
Registration
In person or by check:
Northeast Middle School - Community Education
2955 Hays St N.E.
Mpls, MN 55410
By phone 612-668-1515 MasterCard/Visa
5th Annual Parade of Community Gardens
Lovers of fresh, local food unite!
It doesn’t get much more local than homegrown! Come check out where your friends and neighbors are growing fresh food at the 5th Annual Parade of Community Gardens on August 21st, 10am-2pm. 66 community gardens from all over the Metro Area and Greater Minnesota invite you in to celebrate and discover these community treasures! Each garden’s celebration will be as unique as the garden itself: featured activities include food samples, art activities, a beehive demo, youth-led yoga, and much more!
The Parade of Community Gardens is sponsored by Gardening Matters, a Twin Cities-based non-profit that supports sustainable community gardens by connecting gardens with each other and to their communities. Learn more about the Parade and download a map at www.gardeningmatters.org or call 612-492-8964. Parade events are free and open to the public.
Farm Fresh Dinner Fundraiser
Farm Fresh Dinner
On October 11th, the Red Stag Supperclub will celebrate the fall harvest by hosting the inaugural Farm Fresh Feast to benefit the Emergency Foodshelf Network, a local hunger relief organization. Partnering with Restaurateur Kim Bartmann, Chef Jason Blair will prepare a multi-course farm to table dinner featuring local ingredients paired with local wine and beer.
Dinner costs $75 a person and runs from 5 to 10pm.
Reservations are recommended and can be made at www.redstagsupperclub.com or by calling 612-767-7766.
Farm Bill Discussion
Farm Forum
Wednesday, May 4
6-7:30p.m.
FREE + refreshments
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
Adam Warthesen from the Land Stewardship Project (LSP) will lead a discussion on local foods, conservation, the beginning farmer, the farm bill, current farm policy and community action items and opportunities. The program will begin at 6 p.m. with a short clip from the film "American Harvest" exploring the link between American Agriculture and immigration.
Please RSVP – luna@eastsidefood.coop or 612-843-5409
CDC Calendar Release Party!!
Northeast CDC Calendar release celebration this Sunday, December 4th at Eastside Food Co-op from 12pm-3pm in the Granite Studio Chowgirls will be providing treats, and the co-op is providing coffee and tea.
Northeast Network
Topic TBA
Guest Speaker: TBA
Complementary Coffee & Muffins
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
Please RSVP - board@eastsidefood.coop
Edison High School Homecoming!
Eastside Food Co-op joins with the Northeast community to celebrate Homecoming at Edison High School this Friday, September 24!
Get your “game on” and show your spirit. Wear Tommie gear (limited selection available at Eastside Food Co-op)!
Game Time: 5:00 p.m
Location: Edison Football Field at 22nd and Monroe
The Tommies are playing Redwood Valley.
Ticket Price at Gate:
Adults: $6.00 for game only; $10.00 for game + "real meal deal"
Students: $4.00 for game only; $7.00 for game + "real meal deal"
Twin Cities Sustainable Communities Conference
Linking Citizens and Cities for Sustainable Communities
Neighborhood Sustainability Conference for 500 volunteers from neighborhoods, congregations and schools
Central Lutheran Church
333 12th Street S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(Next to the Minneapolis Convention Center)
Goals:
*Find great project resources for your neighborhood, block club, congregation or school including project funding, free materials, tool kits, lawn signs, guest speakers and a resource guide.
*Meet other volunteers from your neighborhood and from urban and suburban neighborhoods from around the Twin Cities working to share project ideas.
*Bring your friends! The neighborhood, school and congregation bringing the biggest teams on March 13 will each receive free Blue Sky Guides for their team members!
FREE EVENT! Please pre-register online at www.afors.org or call 612-331-1099.
Marcy School Musical "I Am"
An original musical co-written by Marcy students
Marcy Middle School Musical, “I am”. It is musical time! Marcy middle school students have been hard at work since January. The play will be March 17, 18 and 19th and March 23, 24, and 25th.
Marcy Open School
415 Southeast 4th Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55414-1761
(612) 668-1020
Get Acquainted Breakfast
Julie Johnson & The No-Accounts
Julie Johnson & The No-Accounts
(Doug Otto & Drew Druckrey)
The JuBo Duo (Julie Johnson & Bonnie Hering)
Joint Show with Minneapolis Painter T. J. Malaske
Thorp Building on Central Avenue
Suite 128
1620 Central Avenue NE
Minneapolis, MN
Free Admission
The program will be comprised of original pieces and arrangements, including new solo pieces; old North Woods shanty boy songs; “Araber Tantz,” an Arabic dance; the Sephardic tune "Adio Querida"; and a version of Leadbelly’s “In the Pines” inspired by music from Carmen. T.J.’s selection of paintings and drawings based on historical and literary figures will include his provocative image of the young Alexei Nikolaevich, haemophiliac and doomed Tsarevich of Russia.
T.J. is a writer as well as an artist, and a true man about town— a researcher of historically famous Minnesota families, he has also worked in the local fashion industry. He brings the historical figures he depicts to vivid, often startlingly sensual life.
Urban Ag Workshop
Homegrown Minneapolis Hosts Local Food/Urban Ag Workshop
Mayor R.T. Rybak will welcome the group and talk about his vision for local food businesses in Minneapolis, followed by a panel discussion, focused workshop sessions on topics such as “Planning for Business Success”, “Funding Your Local Food Business”, and “Marketing Local Products”, and time for networking. This is a workshop for local food/urban ag entrepreneurs looking to start or expand a local food business in Minneapolis.
Tuesday, July 13
5-8pm
Midtown Global Market
FREE
If you have any questions, please contact Kelly Wilder at 612-963-2889.
Peace on Earth Meditation
Peace on Earth Meditation-Summer 2010
Sunday August 08
7:00-8:30 pm
The first metro-wide meditation was inspiring for the over 400 participants--such that a quarterly Peace on Earth Meditation has been established. Each quarter, a different tradition will guide a meditation. When possible, chanting will precede the meditation.
St. Marons Church
Cedars Hall
602 University Ave NE
Minneapolis, 55413
BYOC-Bring Your Own Cushion (if you are a floor sitter)
Summer Peace on Earth Meditation:
4-6pm Kirtan Concert $15 in advance/$20 at the door
6-6:45 Fare for All Vegetarian Meal at The Meditation Center $5 donation
7-8:30 Peace on Earth Meditation with Recitation of the Lord’s Prayer with Swami Veda Bharati
For more information, visit The Meditation Center. Arrive early to settle in. Donation Based
August 08, 7:00- 8:30 p.m.
St. Maron's Church Cedar's Hall
602 University Ave NE Mpls. MN 55413
Upcoming Peace on Earth Meditations:
Fall, October 21: Sister Mary White of the Benedictine Order
Cache Art Show and Studio Tour
Caché
3rd Annual Fall Arts Show and Studio Tour
November 19-20, 2010
Northeast Minneapolis Artists Announce Third Annual Art Sale and Benefit at the Historic Casket Arts Building and Carriage House.
Friday, November 19 from 5-10 p.m.
Saturday, November 20 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Casket Arts and Carriage House
681 17th Ave NE, Minneapolis, 55413
Spice up a November weekend enjoying the bounty of the Casket Arts and the Carriage House Buildings in the heart of the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District. Local artists will be showing their collection of jewelry, textiles, glass, mixed media, pottery, photography, sculpture & more. It is a treasure excursion worthy of a visit!
Many of the building’s artists have contributed artwork for a special sale benefiting Ampersand Families, one of the few non-artist tenants in the Casket Arts Building. Ampersand Families recruits and supports permanent families for older youth and champions practices in adoption and permanency that restore belonging, dignity and hope.
In addition to live music by prominent local acts, several new additions to this year’s event include a fashion show, art film screenings, and artist demonstrations and workshops.
For More Information: tasharae@me.com
Ladies Night Out - St. Anthony
A reminder that tonight is Ladies Night Out at the St. Anthony Shopping Center.
Jean Rarick
Annona Gourmet
2907 Pentagon Drive
St. Anthony, MN 55418
612.354.2927
Educate Your Appetite!
Back to Nature!
Mrs. Kelly’s 18th Annual Tea Tasting!
Annual Tea Tasting Charity Event
Grain Belt Brewery Warehouse
77- 13th Avenue NE
Don't miss this opportunity to try over 100 of Mrs. Kelly's most popular award-winning, local, freshly blended teas. Experience the international award-winning Holiday Tea, an extraordinary blend of cranberry, cinnamon, orange, and vanilla. Or try one of our Farmers Market favorites, Earl Blue, a heady floral twist on the traditional Earl Grey.
The tasting will also feature seminars by the TC’s hottest food entrepreneurs, including B.T. McElrath Chocolatier, Muddy Paws Cheesecake, Very Prairie, Klecko- Saint Agnes Bakery, a display of handmade pottery, and more TBA on Facebook.
Also available will be a very limited number of signed “A Cup of Christmas Tea” donated by TRISTAN publishing with all proceeds going to Perspectives Kids Café.
The Suggested donation for admission is a non-perishable food item or $2.00.
100% of the admission proceeds are donated to Second Harvest Food Shelf and/or Perspectives Kids Café.
Come to find out what the rest of the world already knows about the second most popular beverage in the world. Have an experience, learn something new, network, give back to your community, and shop local-- all in one fabulous location!
For details and updates please see www.MrsKellysTea.com or “like” us on Facebook.
Mrs. Kelly's Tea is sold or served at the Minneapolis & Mill City Farmers Market, TC Coops, Whole Foods and all other establishments of conscientious quality.
Northeast Network
Topic TBA
Guest Speaker: TBA
Complementary Coffee & Muffins
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
Please RSVP - board@eastsidefood.coop
Audubon Neighborhood's Spring WingDing!
Join Us for the 3rd Annual Audubon Park Spring WingDing on April 30!
ANA and the Northeast Middle School Family Involvement Group invite you to an annual community festival honoring our urban ecology. Join us for food, fun, games, and environmentally-themed activities. The event will be held on Saturday, April 30th, 11am–2pm, at Audubon Park, 29th Ave. and Buchanan St. NE and will offer a variety of activities for both kids and grown-ups. Stop by anytime; the WingDing will be held rain or shine!
Activities will include:
- Bird tours with Audubon Society experts leaving from the park building at 10 and 11 am
- Kids activities with the 4-H group and the Eastside Food Co-op
- A rain garden workshop presented by Metro Blooms (pre-register at www.metroblooms.org)
- Making environmentally-safe household cleaner with the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization
- Carnival games and an inflatable castle for kids sponsored by Castle Building and Remodeling
- Fun activities with the Minneapolis Institute of Arts
- A performance by the Northeast Middle School Band
- Info on making your home more energy efficient
- And much more!
Marcy School Musical "I Am"
An original musical co-written by Marcy students
Marcy Middle School Musical, “I am”. It is musical time! Marcy middle school students have been hard at work since January. The play will be March 17, 18 and 19th and March 23, 24, and 25th.
Marcy Open School
415 Southeast 4th Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55414-1761
(612) 668-1020
Rarebird Jewelry at Art-A-Whirl
Rarebird Jewelry at Art-A-Whirl!
at the Flora Bella Studio, #115
Casket Arts Building
681 17th Avenue NE
Minneapolis, MN
Friday, May 14 - 5-9 p.m.
Saturday, May 15 - noon-8 p.m.
Sunday, May 16 - noon-5 p.m.
Northside Arts Crawl
FLOW: Northside Arts Crawl
The 5th Annual FLOW Northside Arts Crawl will take place on Saturday, July 24, 2010 from 3pm to 8pm.
For more details go to the FLOW website.
Peace on Earth Meditation
Peace on Earth Meditation-Summer 2010
Sunday August 08
7:00-8:30 pm
The first metro-wide meditation was inspiring for the over 400 participants--such that a quarterly Peace on Earth Meditation has been established. Each quarter, a different tradition will guide a meditation. When possible, chanting will precede the meditation.
St. Marons Church
Cedars Hall
602 University Ave NE
Minneapolis, 55413
BYOC-Bring Your Own Cushion (if you are a floor sitter)
Summer Peace on Earth Meditation:
4-6pm Kirtan Concert $15 in advance/$20 at the door
6-6:45 Fare for All Vegetarian Meal at The Meditation Center $5 donation
7-8:30 Peace on Earth Meditation with Recitation of the Lord’s Prayer with Swami Veda Bharati
For more information, visit The Meditation Center. Arrive early to settle in. Donation Based
August 08, 7:00- 8:30 p.m.
St. Maron's Church Cedar's Hall
602 University Ave NE Mpls. MN 55413
Upcoming Peace on Earth Meditations:
Fall, October 21: Sister Mary White of the Benedictine Order
Ballet of the Dolls' Opening Night
Ballet of the Dolls presents
Whatever Happened to...Swan Lake? (Oct. 15-30)
Picture Bette Davis and Joan Crawford smashed head-first into the ballet classic about a doomed swan, and you've got just a kernel of this splashy performance.
Starring Stephanie Fellner and Stephanie Karr-Smith (you might remember them as the Rat Queen and Marie, respectively, from last year's Nutcracker) and choreographed by Myron Johnson (who is on the cover of Minneapolis-St.Paul Magazine this month!). This is a special show that will delight film geeks, dance buffs, and anyone who could use a little out-of-the-ordinary entertainment. It's sure to be popular, and seating is reserved, so don't wait!
VERVE Showcase
Verve Showcase
Saturday, February 26
8 p.m.
Intermedia Arts
2822 South Lyndale Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 871-4444
Featuring 2010 VERVE Grant for Spoken Word Performance Poetry Winners:
Cochise Anderson
Cynthia French
Andrea Jenkins
Thadra Sheridan
Alice Shindelar
Jeffrey Skemp
Jeffrey Skemp's performance will be accompanied by the The Greg Shaffer Trio -- Greg Shaffer on guitar, Tony Watercott on bass and Joe Cline on drums
Suggested Donation $5
For more information on the Showcase Performers see:http://intermediaarts.org/verve-current-winners1
Dine Out For Our Schools!
Support Northeast Schools while Dining in Northeast's Great Restaurants!
On May 5, the Northeaster newspaper ran this full-page ad promoting Edison High School and its pathway elementary and middle schools. Click here for a link to the Northeaster. (The ad is page 8).
This feature is a great collaborative between Edison and 18 of Northeast Minneapolis' signature restaurants. Each restaurant in the ad donated 12 $10.00 gift certificates. The funds raised will pay for the ad, which is a positive feature of kids in our community, and a great reflection of our local public schools.
Now we need you!
All of the gift certificates are at Eastside Food Co-op, and can be purchased during our store hours (8 am-9pm daily). Already over 25% of the certificates have sold! But, we need to sell them all!
As the weather turns warmer, and we all think of dining at the great restaurants of Northeast, buy a gift certificate first! And when you use your certificate, make sure you let the restaurant know you appreciate their support of our schools!
Participating Restaurants:
*Amici
*Chimborazo
*Crescent Moon
*Eastside Food Co-op
*Elsie's
*Emily's Lebanese Deli
*Erte
*Hazel's Northeast
*Holyland
*Jax Cafe
*Marino's Deli
*Mill City Cafe
*Modern Cafe
*Northeast Social
*Red Stag Supperclub
*Sen yai sen lek
*The Anchor Fish & Chips
*The Sample Room
Upper River Forum: Creating Our Great River City Legacy
Broadway to Boom and Back: River Ramble
Tuesday, August 30, 2011 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Meet in Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board parking lot
2117 West River Road, Minneapolis 55411
Walking the Plymouth and Broadway bridge loop, we will see how people have transformed this riverfront in ten years, and imagine how the Upper River will change.
We will:
- walk the continuous riverfront trails;
- talk bridge rehabilitation and “knot bridges;”
- see the Scherer site and Boom Island transformations;
- highlight the economic and cultural development at Coloplast, Graco, RSP-Grain Belt, Pierre Bottineau Library, and Riverview Homes;
- spot great public art; and
- look for shorelines hot for habitat and clean water.
Stop at Broadway Pizza for a brew and ‘za afterward.
GET YOUR FREE MAP of Destinations Above the Falls! Limited edition for 2011!
RSVP here by Monday, August 29, 2011.
Dealing with Winter & Vata
Ayurveda is roughly translated from Sanskrit as “the complete knowledge for a long life.” This natural approach to healing has existed for over 4,000 years and it remains deeply rooted in Indian culture today.
Treatments are largely based around balancing the three fundamental energies – Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Ayurvedic theory states that each human is made up of a unique combination of doshas that create our temperaments and personalities. When our doshas exist in unequal quantities – we become ill. Contrary to other medicinal approaches which seek to eliminate the cause of disease, Ayurvedic principles indicate that illness is a symptom of imbalance. If we are able to balance our complex bodies, we will feel energy and vitality.
In order for Ayurveda to be effective, one must look at it as a lifelong process of incorporating new practices in your daily life. Prevention is as important as treatment – a stark difference to the current approach of pain killers, sleep meds, and quick fixes. A patient is encouraged to make practical changes in their life. Nearly anything can be used as medicine – herbs, foods, drinks, smells, touches, environments, and lifestyles...
Although a variety of imbalances can occur in different people, the vast majority of us suffer with a Vata dominance due to our fast paced, high stress, sugar laden lifestyles. It leaves most of us breathless, anxious, and exhausted. Winter can be especially aggravating for a Vata, as the weather turns dry and cold (characteristics that are already prominent within the body). When we feel the stress of excess Vata, it is best to counteract it with grounding rituals, nurturing activities, gentle exercises, wet foods, and warmth. These are especially important in the days leading up to Christmas as we get busier and our lives are more chaotic.
Signs of too much Vata in the body are:
- dry skin and eyes\chapped lips
- stiff, aching muscles
- a fretful, worried, and racing mind
- inability to focus
- a short memory span
- irregular digestion\constipation
- lack of menstruation (for women)
- unstable emotions
Warm foods and herbs are extremely beneficial, as are warming spices (cinnamon, ginger, pepper, licorice, etc). A little sesame oil with vegetables is well digested by a Vata-type. Fish, eggs, and the dark meat of chicken and turkey are good protein options. For a vegan, nuts are especially useful. It is important that you do not skips meals and set a routine for your food and sleep – keeping a consistent pattern of work and rest during the week. Although exercise is important, Vatas tend to overdo it. Try quiet, calm exercises like walking or yoga to ease the mind. Supplements that are helpful for Vata are tulsi, coconut oil (take a teaspoon internally and use externally to soothe the body), garlic, tumeric, ginger, cardamom, and bee pollen.
When Vata is in balance, we are enthusiastic, creative, energetic, and full of life. Fine tuning our daily routines so that we are enriched and not hindered by Vata can be a challenge, but one that is more than worth the effort.
Northeast Time Bank
New Grass Roots Organization - Northeast Time Bank
An information meeting about the newly forming Northeast Time Bank membership-based neighborhood skills exchange will be Sunday, March 14. Discussion will be board and advisory committee openings, website design, and logo/branding.
Lily's
3301 Central Ave NE
Key principles of the NE Time Bank include:
* An hour of one person's time is equal in value to an hour of another person's time
* Hours provided to others are banked, and then can be used to access the talents of other members.
* Everyone has some talent or ability they can use to give of themselves.
For more information, please call Kathy at (763) 789-0529 or email Kathy.
Marcy School Musical "I Am"
An original musical co-written by Marcy students
Marcy Middle School Musical, “I am”. It is musical time! Marcy middle school students have been hard at work since January. The play will be March 17, 18 and 19th and March 23, 24, and 25th.
Marcy Open School
415 Southeast 4th Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55414-1761
(612) 668-1020
Fremont Family Fun Festival
Fremont Family Fun Festival
Thursday August 5th, 3-6 pm
Fremont Clinic, 3300 Fremont Avenue N, Minneapolis
The Fremont Family Fun Festival will include free ice cream, face painting, kids games and activities, and prizes. The Fremont Family Fun Festival will also include hop hop by the Hood Nerds, a breakdancing demonstration, health information and screenings. In addition, there will be "Back to School" shots available for kids. The immunizations will be free for those eligible. For more information, call 612-287-2425.
Neighborhood HealthSource
Central - Fremont - Sheridan
Notice: Fremont Community Clinics is now Neighborhood HealthSource.
Mrs. Kelly's 17th Annual Charity Tea Tasting
Mrs. Kelly’s 17th Annual Tea Tasting
Don't miss this opportunity to try over 100 of Mrs. Kelly's most popular award winning, local, freshly blended teas. Experience the Holiday Tea, an extraordinary blend of cranberry, cinnamon, orange, and vanilla, or one of our Farmers Market favorites, Earl Blue, a heady twist on the traditional Earl Grey.
The tasting will also feature the TC’s hottest food entrepreneurs, including B.T. McElrath Chocolatier, Muddy Paws Cheesecake, Very Prairie, Edna’s Caramels, a display of handmade pottery, and more TBA on Facebook.
Suggested donation for admission is a non-perishable food item or $2.00. 100% of the admission proceeds are donated to Second Harvest Food Shelf and/or Perspectives Kids Café.
Come to find out what the rest of the world already knows about the second most popular beverage in the world. Have an experience, learn something new, network, give back to your community, and shop local-- all in one fabulous location!
December 4 and December 5, 2010
9 am - 5 pm
Grain Belt Brewery Warehouse
77- 13th Avenue NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
763-788-8753, toll free 1-888-675-7832
For details and updates please see www.MrsKellysTea.com or “like” us on Facebook.
Mrs. Kelly's Tea is sold or served at the Minneapolis & Mill City Farmers Market, TC Coops, Whole Foods and all other establishments of conscientious quality.
The Heart of Winter Discussion
The Heart of Winter, a discussion series sponsored by Mill City Church
Join us to hear Mark Harden speak on the topic of Culture and Poverty. Dr. Harden is the Dean of Intercultural Relations at Bethel University.
Sunday, February 27
Eastside Food Co-op, Granite Studio
2551 Central Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55418
7:00-8:45 p.m.
The Heart of Winter series is meant to engage our hearts with various social justice/community development issues. Contact Jadah if you have questions or if you are interested in future event. jadah@millcitychurch.com
The Eastside Food Co-op parking lot is not available for this event, as it is during co-op business hours. Parking is available on Central Avenue, and on adjacent streets (26th, Polk, Jackson).
The Northeast Minneapolis Royalty Ambassador Scholarship Program Inc.
Seeking candidates for their Junior Program
Boys and Girls
5 - 9 yrs old by June 20th, 2011
The child must live or go to school in N.E. Minneapolis or St. Anthony Village.
Candidate will receive a candidate T-Shirt, Trophy, Gift Bag, they will get to ride in the NE Parade, participate in a number of fun activities,
learn to write Thank you cards, meet new friends and make life long memories.
We are also Seeking Candidates for the Jr. Miss Royal Ambassadors
11-14 years by June 20th, 2011
The child must live or go to school in N.E. Minneapolis or St. Anthony Village.
Parades, Community, Friends, Life Long Memories, Etiquette Training & Fun, Fun, Fun!!!
Miss Northeast Minneapolis Royal Ambassadors
If you will be at least 17 years old, but not older than 21 years by o6/20/11 & You currently work, go to school, or reside in N.E. Minneapolis or St. Anthony Village.
You may be eligible to be a candidate.
Parades, Community, Friends, Life Long Memories, Business/Etiquette Training & Fun, Fun, Fun!!!
For more information and/or an application call Heidi Zaworski at (612) 408-0242
www.NEMplsOnline.com/node/805
Application Due By June 8th, 2011- 7:oo pm at the
New Candidate Orientation PNA Hall 1304 - 4th Street NE
Winter Market at your Co-op!
Local Vendors with Local wares!
Every summer, the Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market brings you the best of local food, crafts, services and music to the St. Boniface Church parking lot from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays from June through October.
During the long, cold Minnesota winters, we fondly remember the glorious Farmers Market mornings.
Now you can relive those wonderful moments! The Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market will hold a Winter Market every month right here at Eastside Food Co-op! The winter market will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month:
- January 14, 2012
- February 11, 2012
- March 10, 2012
- April 14, 2012
- May 12, 2012
Winter Market at your Co-op!
The Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market will hold a Winter Market every month right here at Eastside Food Co-op! The winter market will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month:
April 14, 2012
May 12, 2012
Bottineau Neighborhood's 3rd Green Gala
Bottineau Neighborhood Association announces 3rd Green Gala: An evening of recycled, reused and socially responsible fashion.
The Bottineau Neighborhood Association will be holding its third annual fundraiser, The Green Gala.
California Building Gallery
2205 California Street NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
The Green Gala is a family oriented event built around a full blown fashion show featuring neighborhood people as the models and highlighting clothing and accessories from area thrift stores and reuse shops. Other socially responsible organizations like Global Mamas, a fair trade organization that works with women of Africa to become economically self sufficient, and Naturally Bamboo, who produce and sell clothing made from renewable bamboo fiber are also involved.
Event attendees can expect a not too serious evening with appetizers and drink for all ages, live jazz from the Greg Schaefer Trio and new this year, a silent auction. Additionally, fashion suppliers will have many of their own products available for purchase at the event.
Tickets are $20 and are available online. Children 12 and under are admitted free.
MAP Gala
Marcy Arts Partnership (MAP) Gala
The MAP Gala is an annual fundraising event of the Marcy Arts Partnership to raise money to support its artists-in-residency program at Marcy Open School. The MAP Gala will be help on Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. at The Soap Factory, 514 2nd St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55458. Tickets are $35 in advance, or $40 at the door the day of the event.
Sustainable Yards Workshop
Sustainable Yards Workshop with Bob Dahm, "Organic Bob"
sponsored by the Sheridan Neighborhood Organization (SNO)
Monday, May 17 at 6:30 p.m.
meet at Eastside Neighborhood Services
1700 2nd St NE
1st Floor Meeting Room
Register at the door; no charge for this workshop
Participants will learn how to assess and develop a plan of action for organic alternatives for your lawn and yard. The workshop will be fun, informative and partially outdoors. Sustainable yard options, as well as supplies and retailers, will be discussed. Participants will receive a checklist for renovating a lawn, organic weed control, month-by-month maintenance and information resources.
Dress for evening weather and walking, as we will head out from Eastside Neighborhood Services (ESNS) to a few neighborhood yards for part of the workshop. For more info, contact Susan at 612-532-2228.
Karen Thomas in Concert
Karen Thomas (violin) and Steve Haskin (guitar) play two venues this weekend!
Friday, May 21
7:30 - 10:00 pm
The Coffee Grounds coffee shop
1579 Hamline Ave. N., St. Paul
Also performing: singer Nancy Cox and Trio Tipo!
Saturday, May 22
9:00 am - 12:00 noon
Mill City Farmers Market
704 2nd St. S., Minneapolis (2nd St. S. and Chicago)
Come on out and enjoy some good coffee and/or an awesome farmers market in the shadow of the Guthrie Theater!
NENBA Meeting
Great Neighbors, Good Biz: Meet, Greet and Make Connections!
Presented by the Northeast Neighbors & Business Association
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
4:00pm - 6:00pm
ChinDian Cafe
1500 E. Hennepin Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Get ready for the new generation of neighborhood networking!
Business leaders, new and existing residents are all welcome to attend and utilize this opportunity to make connections and begin building valuable relationships with each other to help strengthen our neighborhood!
Please join us for a fun, informal opportunity to get to know your neighbors and neighborhood businesses while you munch on some of Nina Wong's famous appetizers.
RSVP on our Facebook guest list or via email and your name will go into the drawing for the Grand Prize give-away at the end of the event (must be present to win). The only way you can be entered to win the Grand Prize is by RSVPing on Facebook or via email! Those who RSVP will also receive a coupon for a free soft drink at the event. (Facebook link: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Northeast-Neighbors-Business-Association/1...). RSVP via email to northeastnba@live.com.
We'll be giving away other freebies and door prizes during the event also. Keep watching for updates!
We can't wait to see you there!
If you'd like a great way to promote your business via this event, please contact us for opportunities to help sponsor or provide door prizes for this event. Contact northeastnba@live.com.
Holiday Train
Holiday Train
Saturday, December 11, 8:00-10:00 p.m.
Join East Side Neighborhood Services, the Northeast Minneapolis Chamber and CP Railway representatives for activities, entertainment and food. Bring non-perishable food and money donations to benefit East Side Neighborhood’s food shelves. The event takes place at the Canadian Pacific Railway Shoreham Yard, 2800 Central Avenue NE.
St. Anthony Winter Farmers Market
Rescheduled for This Sunday -- The Winter Farmers Market at St. Anthony Village!
*Live Music!
*Lily's famous French crepes!
*Coffee
*Paradise Produce: heirloom herbs and tomato plants
The St. Anthony Village Winter Farmers Market is usually held the 3rd Sunday of the month. Upcoming markets are:
Sunday, March 20 - 11am-3pm
Sunday, April 17 - 11am-3pm
Sunday, May 15 - 11am-3pm
St. Anthony Community Center Atrium
3301 Silver Lake Rd
For more information, visit thevillagefarmersmarket.org
Co-op Movie Night!
What America Needs: From Sea to Shining Sea
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
All Welcome + refreshments
Award-winning documentary artist, videographer Mark Wojahn travels by train across America from N.Y.C to L.A asking more than 500 people from dozens of different communities: "What do you think America needs?" Collectively, their answers relate an unexpected story of hope.
EFC is pleased to welcome Mark Wojahn for a post screening conversation about what America need today. We hope you will join us in that conversation.
Winter Market at your Co-op!
The Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market will hold a Winter Market every month right here at Eastside Food Co-op! The winter market will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month:
May 12, 2012
Northeast Network
Learn about the 35W Johnson freeway exit, the planning process and neighborhood impact.
Panel Discussion followed by a question and answer period.
Complementary Coffee & Muffins
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
Please RSVP - board@eastsidefood.coop
Co-op Movie Night - Thursday, November 18
Movie Night at your Co-op!
Thursday, November 18
7-9 pm
FREE plus Free Popcorn!
William Kunstler: Disturbing the Universe
Filmmakers Emily Kunstler and Sarah Kunstler explore the life of their father, the late radical civil rights lawyer. In the 1960s and 70s, Kunstler fought for civil rights with Martin Luther King Jr. and represented the famed “Chicago 8” activists who protested the Vietnam War. When the inmates took over Attica prison, or when the American Indian Movement stood up to the federal government at Wounded Knee, they asked Kunstler to be their lawyer.
NEW Member Orientation TODAY!!
Hope you can make it!
Hi New Eastside Food Co-op Members,
We are a holding a "Welcome to Eastside Food Co-op Orientation" in your honor!
This will be a fun and informative evening followed by snacking, chatting and a film.
If you are an existing member or potential member and would like to know more about Eastside Food Co-op and meet some our members please feel free to join us!
SPECIAL One Day Art Sale!
Marko Fields and friends from Mata Ortiz
Small ceramic work by Marko Fields and ollas by artists from Mata Ortiz, Chihuahua, Mexico.
Friday, November 19, 2010
5-8 p.m.
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
2551 Central Avenue NE
Mata Ortiz is home to a revival of an ancient Mesoamerican pottery tradition, inspired by pottery from the ancient city of Paquime, located in Casas Grandes, Chihuahua, Mexico. This artistic movement is due to the efforts of Juan Quezada, and Spencer MacCallum, an anthropologist who discovered Juan’s earliest works and recognized in them the potential of a pottery master. Juan taught his family and neighbors, who in turn taught their families and friends. Today Mata Ortiz is home to nearly 500 potters!
Mata Ortiz pots are exquisite coil and pinch-built pieces. Decoration is applied with handmade fine brushes, often made from children’s hair. Today’s Mata Ortiz artists incorporate personal stylized design and decoration. This blend of cultural expression and artistic freedom has transformed the community and produced a phenomenon in the art world. Mata Ortiz pots (ollas) have been exhibited nationally in the USA, including the Field Museum in Chicago and the American Museum of Ceramic Art.
Marko Fields is a 2008 McKnight Fellow in Ceramics. Widely exhibited, published and collected, his work is in the permanent collections of the Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian Institute, the DeYoung Museum in San Francisco, and Arizona State University’s Museum of Art. Resident Artist and Professor of Visual Art at Concordia University, St. Paul, Fields is known for his narrative and often quirky ceramics that display a wide variety of techniques and approaches to clay.
EFC Movie Night - TONIGHT!
Movie Night at your Local Co-op!
Thursday ~ July 15
7:30 ~ 9:30pm
FREE Admission ~ All Welcome!!
FREE Popcorn & Beverages
Life and Debt
A feature-length documentary which addresses the impact of the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, the Inter-American Development Bank and current globalization policies on a developing country such as Jamaica….. The lessons of Jamaica--where these policies have been in effect for nearly twenty-five years--extend far beyond its shores. Life & Debt is a tribute to the ingenuity and strength of the people who defy the odds of survival, yet its primary aim is to inform young adult audiences in the U.S. of the impact these policies have on our neighbors abroad.
NE Library - Co-op Class - Session 2
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Co-op Class - Cooking with Grains and Beans
Scott Soule
Tuesday, September 27
6:30-8p.m.
Free
NE Library 2200 Central Ave, NE Mpls 55418
Session 2 - Cooking with Grains and Beans. These complex carbohydrates and protein sources are nutritional powerhouses, with the added advantage of being shelf stable and affordable. Yet, for many of us, there is a hurdle to overcome: planning and preparing foods with grains and beans. Learn shortcuts and great recipes.
Winter Market at your Co-op!
The Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market will hold a Winter Market every month right here at Eastside Food Co-op! The winter market will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month:
February 11, 2012 - with live music from Curtis & Loretta!
March 10, 2012
April 14, 2012
May 12, 2012
NE Network Meeting
The Northeast Network is a monthly breakfast conversation on issues that matter to our community!
Thursday, October 13
7:30-8:45 AM
Alternative Business Models: Creating the New Economy
Guest Speakers:
Mary Hamel, Executive Director, Metro Independent Business Alliance
Joel Kramer, Editor, MinnPost.com
Pastor Craig Pederson, The Grace Center
Seth Stattmiller, Owner/partner Recovery Bike
Lee Wallace, Peace Coffee
Complimentary ~ Coffee, Muffins and Fruit!
At Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
2551 Central Avenue NE ~ Minneapolis, MN 55418 (enter through the southwest door)
Legacies and Impacts
Celebrate Eat Local Month!
Learn more about Food Co-ops at a new exhibit of work by Martin Brown
Martin Brown has been an employee of Eastside Food Co-op’s produce department since 2008. He produced “Legacies and Impacts” as a senior project for his degree in Political Gastronomics at Antioch College (Yellow Springs, Ohio). Martin enjoys farming and farmers’ markets, but dislikes framing.
The Minneapolis City Hall and Hennepin County Courthouse will host an exhibit called “Legacies and Impacts” – an
exploration of the history and significance of Minnesota’s consumer food co-ops. The exhibit tells the stories of the co-op movement during the “Old
Wave” on the Iron Range, the “New Wave” in the 1970s, and the “Impacts and New Legacies” of the current co-op expansion. Pictures of the storytellers
are combined with their perspectives of the history of co-ops to create a wide-ranging view of how the driving force behind co-ops has changed over
the years.
The exhibit will be on display in the Rotunda of the City Hall and Courthouse building during the month of August. The exhibit is free and open to the
public. The Minneapolis City Hall and Hennepin County Courthouse is open to the public from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more
information, please visit the Municipal Building Commission Web site located at http://www.municipalbuildingcommission.org.
The City Hall and Courthouse is an architectural treasure listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The mosaic is presented through the City
Hall and Courthouse rotating exhibit program, which seeks to educate, inform and promote city and county programs, history and art to city and county
staff and the general public. In addition, free public tours are held the third Wednesday of every month or by appointment; please call the Municipal
Building Commission Tour and Event Information Line at 612-596-9535. The MBC has served as the steward for the historic Minneapolis City Hall and
Hennepin County Courthouse since 1904.
Thousand Hills Open House
FREE OPEN HOUSE
Meet Local Ranchers and learn about Local Meat!
Please join us at one of our Open House events to learn more about Thousand Hills Cattle Co. 100% Natural Grass Fed Beef. See firsthand how our humane and sustainable practices benefit our environment while producing a healthy, flavorful product.11 am to 3 pm
RSVP: 507-263-4001 ext. 2
Grandpa's Entertainment Center:
Introductions and dining
Tour of cattle operation
Tour of Lorentz Meats
Tour and closing comments
Thousand Hills Cattle Company Warehouse
No charge for lunch or tour!
Try Something New from MN Theaters!
Minnesota's theaters invite you to try something NEW this October, FREE!
Visit http://mnfreenight.org between September 9 and September 23, and enter to win FREE tickets. Theaters all across Minnesota will list performing arts events happening during the month of October. You select your top five choices at theaters you've never visited before, and enter our lottery to win up to five FREE pairs of tickets.
Eastside Food Co-op shoppers get preferred access in the lottery by using this code:
cre*1128
The only condition is that you select shows at theaters you've never visited before.
Thousands of tickets to tons of shows! Visit http://mnfreenight.org, and enter to win yours!
Participating Theaters:
CENTRAL MINNESOTA
Lakes Area Theatre, Alexandria
Central Lakes College Theatre Department, Brainerd
NORTHEAST MINNESOTA
Renegade Theater Company, Duluth
SOUTHEAST MINNESOTA
Paramount Theatre, Austin
Curtain Call Theatre, New Prague
Page Theatre, St. Mary's University, Winona
SOUTHWEST MINNESOTA
Marshall Area Stage Company, Marshall
METRO SUBURBS
Lyric Arts Main Street Stage, Anoka
Bloomington Theatre and Art Center, Bloomington
Chameleon Theatre Circle, Burnsville
Stages Theatre Company, Hopkins
Prior Lake Players, Prior Lake
Sabes JCC Theatre, St. Louis Park
Lakeshore Players Theatre, White Bear Lake
MINNEAPOLIS
20% Percent Theatre Company
Ballet of the Dolls
Bryant-Lake Bowl
Children's Theatre Company
Illusion Theater
In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre
Mixed Blood Theatre
Mu Performing Arts
nimbus
Patrick's Cabaret
Pillsbury House Theatre
Red Eye Theatre
Ten Thousand Things Theater
The Cowles Center
The Playwrights' Center
Theater Latte Da
Walker Art Center - McGuire Theater
Youth Performance Company
ST. PAUL
History Theatre
Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company
Nautilus Music-Theater
Ordway Theatre
Park Square Theatre
SteppingStone Theatre
Ten Thousand Things Theater
Presidents' Day Walk
Participants are gathering at 10a.m. and leaving Edison High School around 10:30a.m.
EFC and Recovery Bike Shop and will be serving free Hot Coco as a warm up station along the route!
Walkers will gather at Edison High School and walk down 22nd to Central. Continue up Central to 29th and then to Northeast Middle School. The NE Urban 4-H Club will once again read interesting trivia on the presidents at designated stops. At the end of the walk, neighbors will enjoy a hot lunch and a program. Like in previous years, community groups and teams will compete against each other in a trivia contest at the school to see who wins the now coveted Presidential Seal.
Photography Show at EFC
Addis: Photographs from the Capital of Ethiopia
By Jeffery Skemp
Jeffrey Skemp has been full-time in the grocery department at Eastside Food Co-op since 2008. He was raised on a farm on the outskirts of La Crosse, Wisconsin. In the fall of 2006 he was invited by two friends to travel to their country of origin, Ethiopia, and be part of their wedding. He readily accepted their invitation and made the trip to Ethiopia in the winter of 2007. It is there he rediscovered photography.
Jeffrey is also a poet and is honored to have won the 2010 VERVE Intermedia Arts Grant for Performance Poetry as well as the 2010 Jerome Travel and Study Grant for Literature which will allow him to return to Ethiopia in 2011. More of his photographs can be viewed at illkept.blogspot.com.
A note of interest: Addis Ababa translates from Amharic to English as "New Flower", Addis meaning "new" and Ababa meaning "flower". Also, within informal conversation with friends and family, Addis Ababa is often referred to simply as "Addis" to those who are familiar with it.
All photographs are for sale!
Co-op Movie Night!
The Cheese Nun
Thursday, October 20
7-9p.m.
Eastside Food Co-op in the Granite Studio
FREE + refreshments
Sister Noella Marcellino, "The Cheese Nun," takes viewers on a fascinating and delightful personal journey as she becomes a champion for artisanal cheesemakers on both sides of the Atlantic. While making a 20,000-mile odyssey through some of the most remote cheesemaking regions of France, little did she realize that she was on her way to becoming a leading international expert in the art of natural-milk cheesemaking.
Coming Up at the Ritz Theater!
Eve Ensler's The Vagina Monologues and Any One of Us: Words from Prison
Feb. 19, 7:00 PM, Feb. 20, 3:00 & 7:00 PM; Feb. 21, 3:00 PM
This production of two award-winning plays, performed in ASL with translations for the hearing, benefits Communication Service for the Deaf's Domestic Violence/Sexual Violence Program. ($18-22, or $30 for both Saturday shows)
TU Dance
Feb. 25-27, 8:00 PM; Feb. 28, 2:00 PM
Founded in 2004 by Toni Pierce-Sands and Uri Sands, TU Dance has quickly become a Twin Cities favorite, featuring Uri's signature choreography which reaches across modern, ballet, and traditional dance forms.($22-25)
Ballet of the Dolls' Our Way: Johnson & Rydberg
March 4-6, 8-13, 8:00 PM; March 7, 10, 14, 7:00 PM
In the 80s, they were the Diaghilev and Stravinsky of Minneapolis, creating many original productions at the Children's Theatre Company. After more than 20 years, the dynamic duo of Myron Johnson and Steven Rydberg join artistic forces once again. ($15-20)
Order by phone at (612) 436-1129 or online at the Ritz Theater/Ballet of the Dolls website.
Do you want to grow your own fresh produce?
Please join us for one of two meet-and-greets for snacks, a winter sowing demonstration, information about compost and fruit trees, and to learn more about the NE/SE Hub!
Saturday, February 25
10am-12p.m.
At University Lutheran Church of Hope in Dinkytown - 601 13th Ave SE in the "Lounge"
Monday, February 27
5-7p.m
At Little Kitchen Food Shelf at the NE Community Lutheran Church - 1500 6th St.
Come and learn about the Local Food Resource Hubs, a new community project in the Northeast and Southeast Minneapolis neighborhoods that gives people the tools they need to grow their own healthy food. Members of the Hub are part of a network of gardeners and have access to discounted seeds, seedlings, classes, and tools. The Hub brings community members together to grow, eat, and preserve food, as well as opportunities to share, swap, and socialize. Membership is offered on a sliding scale and scholarships are also available. You can sign up on the spot, or simply learn and register later.
Co-op Class – Learn to Build Your Own Solar Station
Teacher: Joaquin "JT" Thomas of GoSolar!
Free and No RSVP required
At NE Library 2200 Central Ave, NE Mpls. 55418
Want to go solar the simple and affordable way? This one-of-a-kind class will teach you how to build a Personal Solar Station that can be used in your home or cabin. Use your personal solar station to run 12V kitchen appliances for cooking, lights for the shed, or just about anything else you want reliable, healthy energy for. Not only will we teach you an easy and affordable way to build a personal solar station, but you'll learn the basics of solar energy and electricity in a fun environment. Have fun while helping build a more responsible future. Solar kits will be offered during class but are an optional purchase. Get your hands dirty for clean energy.
Students will learn:
• How to build a personal solar station that can power DC products such as 12V appliances, water pump and LED lights
• How to install the personal solar station on your home or cabin
• How to use solar in the garden
• Learn about all the applications of a personal solar station
• How to use your personal solar station in different configurations and uses
• About the different solar components in a personal solar station and how they all work together
• How much solar you need to run a particular device
• Solar basics
• Electricity basics
Third Ward CARE Meeting - February 24, 2010
CARE = Community And Resource Exchange.
Monthly committee meetings deal with problem properties, mortgage foreclosures and safety issues to promote timely and innovative solutions.
Join us on March 24th 2010
7:00PM
Center For Families
3333 4th St. North
Minneapolis
Upcoming 2010 CARE Dates:
Winter/Spring Location:
April 21
May 19
June 16
Summer/Fall Location:
Eastside Neighborhood Services
1700 2nd Street NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
July 21
August 18
September 15
October 20
November 17
December 15
Hosted by:
Third Ward
350 South 5th Street, Room 307
Minneapolis, MN 55415
612-673-2203
IYC is a Year Long Celebration!
Let's Celebrate 2012 the International Year of Cooperatives!
Watch Co+op, stronger together’s video series celebrating 2012 IYC hosted by celebrity chef Kevin Gillespie that share the stories of co-ops and their communities across the country. Be there when the co-op stars come out to shine!
The Cooperative Movement!
Link 1. Article - Get Occupied With The Co-op Movement!
Link 2. Video - Choose A Co-op!
This is why WE ROCK!
The Cornucopia Institute Launches YouTube Channel!
With the help of award-winning documentary filmmakers Gretta Miller and Aarick Beher The Cornucopia Institute has produced three videos that are now posted on their YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/CornucopiaInstitute. Subscribe to their channel and you will get notification when their next Hollywood blockbuster comes out this September.
The videos have been viewed on YouTube almost 80,000 times and have been viewed at least that many times on other websites. These are folks who might not be reading the Wall Street Journal or the Washington Post.
Their goal is to make everyone an expert in less than five minutes on some of the major issues they are working at. Check out the three current videos:
- DHA/ARA in Infant Formula Linked to Serious Illness in Babies
- The Dirty Little Secret in the “Natural” Soy Product Production: The Neurotoxic Solvent Hexane
- Scrambled Eggs: Outing Corporate Agribusiness on "Organic" Egg Production with as Many as 100,000 Birds in a Single Building—Are Your Eggs Authentic?
Don't forget to cook the organic popcorn before tuning in to the Cornucopia YouTube channel!
The Cornucopia Institute is a non-profit group based in Wisconsin and working on food and farm policy issues concerning sustainable and organic agriculture. We depend upon our members and readers like you for support. Please visit our website at http://www.cornucopia.org/ for more details about our activities and how you can become involved or email us at cultivate@cornucopia.org.
NE Chamber Networking Night
January/February MIX Available Now!
The current issue of the Twin Cities Food Co-op's magazine, the Mix, is now available at the Co-op or online.
Articles From This Issue:
- Kicking the Can--the Dangers of BPA
- "Food Recall Protocol at the Co-op
- Big Flavors in Delectable Big Vegan
- Working with Walnuts: A Tough Nut to Crack
- Bachelor Farmer: Restrained, Clean and Simple Food
- Meatless Mondays Make a Difference One Meal at a Time
