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May 2022
Men-Who-Read book club
Men who enjoy reading a variety of non-fiction topics and want to have intellectual discussions in a welcoming and sober public space, consider attending one of "Men-Who-Read" book club's monthly events at the Columbia Heights Library, 3939 Central Ave. NE. Saturday, May 14, 10:15 am discussion is on New York Times and Wall Street Journal Bestselling book, “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber" by Mike Isaac. The book club was started in 2019 by local performer Paul Cram and includes…
Find out more »Polka at Murzyn Hall
The Midwest Polka Association (MPA) hosts an afternoon of polkas and waltzes featuring the Jolly Zuk Band at their Anniversary Dance on Sunday, May 22, 1-5 pm at Murzyn Hall, 530 Mill St. NE. Bar service available. Admission $10 per person. Info: www.midwestpolkaassociation.com
Find out more »June 2022
“Today I’m Alright” free workshop
The I.C.O.N/TODAY, I’m Alright healing workshop invites all experiencing trauma to join the licensed counselor/art teacher /survivor team for two hours of resource sharing, art-making, conversation, and importantly – identifying strategies for change. This experience ripples out and cross-connects people who need support. Your trauma is not terminal. You are not broken. Limit of 6-8 people. Family groups encouraged. Regular price: $200, but free thanks to Minnesota State Art Board Funding. Led by Sandra Reardon, Barbara Bridges, and Bianca Dawkins. Saturday,…
Find out more »Audubon Farmers Market opening
The Audubon Farmers Market will open Thursday, June 9, 4-7 pm in its new location in the Johnson Street Merchants parking lot, 2840 Johnson St. NE. Meet your neighbors and buy fresh produce, locally made food and art.
Find out more »Columbia Heights citywide garage sale
The City of Columbia Heights will host its fifth-annual Citywide Garage Sale Friday, June 10-Sunday, June 12. The event has expanded from one to three days. Residents are encouraged to register their address to get on the locator map by June 1. The map will be available online and in print on June 8. Visit columbiaheightsmn.gov/garagesale or call 763-706-3614 to register. Registration for the sale is limited to Columbia Heights residents only. There is no fee to participate.
Find out more »Compassion Clinic
Compassion Clinic, a free medical + dental clinic, will be open on Saturday, June 11, 9 am–4 pm at Highview Middle School, 2300 7th St NW, New Brighton. Compassion Clinic will offer dental cleanings, extractions, and fillings, medical exams, vision checks and free eyeglasses, physical therapy, chiropractic care, haircuts, foot care, social services, and lunch at no cost. Register for dental appointments by calling: 651-360-9541. Walk-ins welcome. People served on a first-come basis.
Find out more »Men Who Read Book Club
Men who enjoy reading a variety of non-fiction topics and want to have intellectual discussions in a welcoming public space, will meet outdoors at Silverwood Park, 2500 County Road E, on Saturday, June 11, 10:15 am. Discussion is on the book, “The Chimp and The River: How AIDS Emerged from an African Forest” by David Quammen. It’s free to participate; RSVP through the book club’s web page on www.MeetUp.com/Men-Who-Read. Info: Paul 651-560-3055.
Find out more »Register, volunteer for Celebrate Northeast Parade
The Celebrate Northeast Parade is back, Tuesday, June 21, 6:30-9 pm. The parade will run south on Central Avenue between 27th and 18th Avenues NE. More than 100 entrants participate in the parade, a combination of neighborhood organizations, businesses, nonprofits, local schools, marching bands, politicians, entertainers and Shriners. If you'd like to join the parade or volunteer, register at www.mplschamber.com/parade.
Find out more »Sowden debuts novel at Eat My Words
Northeast native and resident Elizabeth Sowden will read from her debut novel, "Tough Love at Mystic Bay," Tuesday, June 28, 7 pm, at Eat My Words Bookstore, 214 13th Ave. NE. Refreshments will be served as she talks about her writing process. Copies of the book will be for sale.
Find out more »July 2022
Red, White & Boom! Races
Start Fourth of July with a four-mile race, the TC Kids Sparkler Dash mile, a half mile, or pre-K races. Enjoy a post-race grill-out and county fair festival with special games and treats. Participants earn a finisher medal and a Brooks Running technical shirt. Kids 18 and under run free in Twin Cities In Motions events. Races start at Boom Island Park, 724 Sibley St. NE, at 6 am. A 4-mile run starts at 8 am, Twin Cities Half Marathon…
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