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December 2021
nimbus: “The Red and the Bright”
The residents of Motherpine Station prepare for the Crossing, an annual ritual it is their ancient duty to lead. Only the pilgrims have stopped coming, and something more terrifying has arrived instead. When the eyes in the woods get too close, will the strength of one young woman, armed with a horn and a story, be enough to help the village survive? Or will the return of an ancient beast mean the end of all? "The Red and the Bright,"…
Find out more »CP Holiday Train at home
Canadian Pacific Railway's Holiday Train is staying home again this year. A virtual concert has been scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 18, 7 pm, on Facebook and YouTube (type "CP Holiday Train" in the search box for Facebook or YouTube.) Canadian Music Hall-of-Famer Steven Page and The Strumbellas will lead an all-star cast of performers aboard the CP Holiday Train for the 2021 "Holiday Train at Home" concert. Special guests include The Trews, Sierra Noble, Odds, Tanika Charles, Aysanabee and Keb’…
Find out more »February 2022
Winter Hiking 101
This conversational event featuring founder of @BrownPeopleCamping Ambreen Tariq will introduce the basics of winter hiking so that more people can benefit from being outdoors during Minnesota’s signature season. Ambreen uses storytelling to share how her life experiences as a Muslim South-Asian American immigrant woman have shaped her love for the outdoors and to promote enjoyment of the outdoors for everyone in their own authentic ways. From dressing in layers, to weather-worthy footwear, and finding a nearby trail that suits…
Find out more »Noah’s Art
From the catacombs to contemporary art, the fascinating Noah story has intrigued artists and viewers. In this richly illustrated presentation, take a look at the ark, its animals, the deluge, and the dove to learn about Noah’s faithful obedience to God’s challenging commands. Monday, Feb. 7, 1:30-3 pm. Presented by Kristin Anderson as part of the Elder Enrichment series at Catholic Eldercare's Main Street Lodge, 909 Main St. NE.
Find out more »Free travel info event
St. Anthony Community Services will hold a free travel information event Thursday, Feb. 17, 10-11 am, at St. Anthony Community Center, 3301 Silver Lake Rd. Tony Etienne from Premier World Discovery will outline three trips offered this year: New England, the Canadian Rockies and Vienna and the Danube River. Local day trips will also be offered. The trips are offered in partnership with partnership with the cities of Roseville and New Brighton, as well as Fridley Community Education, and are…
Find out more »March 2022
Theatre Pro Rata presents “Orlando”
In a magical dream of history, Orlando lives from Renaissance England to the twentieth century. His life begins as a beautiful and charismatic nobleman, a favorite of Queen Elizabeth, and the lover of a Russian princess. Heartbreak and a hunger for adventure and poetry lead Orlando to Constantinople where a night of debauchery sparks a transformation: Orlando becomes a woman and continues her adventures through several more centuries of challenges and passions. Virginia Woolf penned her novel in celebration of…
Find out more »Beyond Legends Rainbow
Legends @ the Capri presents "Beyond Legends Rainbow," an evening of music offering audiences a moment to pause and pay tribute to the musical stylings and lives well-lived by Jeanne Arland Peterson, Irv Williams, Debbie Duncan and Yolande Bruce. General admission tickets are $25 or $20 each for groups of 10 or more and are available at capri.simpletix.com or by calling 612-643-2024. Walk-in tickets at the door, as available, are $30. Capri Theater, 2027 West Broadway. The Capri requires all…
Find out more »Studio Pintura presents spring floral exhibit
View floral art for five weekends at Studio Pintura, Suite #294, Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St. NE, Saturday, March 31-Saturday, April 30. An artists' reception of the juried exhibition will be held Saturday, April 2, 4-7 pm.
Find out more »May 2022
Virtuoso organist Greg Zelek at Holy Cross
Greg Zelek, principal organist and curator of the Overture Organ for the Madison Symphony Orchestra, will perform a solo recital at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1621 University Ave. NE, Sunday, May 15, 3 pm. This program will celebrate the 200th birthday of composer Cesar Franck with the monumental “Grand Piece Symphonique.” This concert is free and open to the public thanks to the generous underwriting of an anonymous donor. A freewill donation is encouraged.
Find out more »OUT Venture
OUT Venture is a new activity associated with Minneapolis' Pride Festival. Saturday, May 21, 12-6 pm at Boom Island Park, 724 Sibley St. NE, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies are encouraged to get outside and enjoy the Rainbow Run, Slow Roll Bike Ride and water activities on the Mississippi River.
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