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April 2023
One Man’s Trash: A Repurposed Circus
Cirque Us is thrilled to perform “One Man’s Trash: A Repurposed Circus” at the Xelias Aerial Arts School, 1121 Jackson St, NE, April 1 and 2. With the limitless spirit and can-do attitude of the circus, this cast reanimates all that’s left in trash cans and littered in the garage to create an astonishing testament to the power of community and teamwork. Tickets and info: www.thecirqueus.com.
Find out more »14th Minnesota Cuban Film Festival
The Minnesota Cuban Film Festival (MCFF) features films that address the achievements and challenges of the Cuban people through the eyes of its filmmakers. This year’s festival will take place at MSP Film at the Main Theater, 115 SE Main St., six consecutive Wednesdays, March 1-April 5, 7 pm. Films include "Cuentos de un día más" ("Tales of one more day,"), 2021-fiction; "Bongó Itá," 2022-documentary; "Habana Selfies," 2022-comedy; "Cuba’s Life Task–Combating Climate Change," 2022-documentary; "Vicenta B," 2022-drama; "Chico and Rita,"…
Find out more »Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival
The Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF) returns Thursday, April 13-Thursday, April 27, to present over 200 films from skilled veteran and emerging filmmakers from around the world, plus a full array of parties, special tributes and secret screenings. MSPIFF42 will kick off Thursday, April 13, 2023 at The Main Cinema with Director Bill Pohlad’s new film, "Dreamin' Wild," starring Casey Affleck, Zooey Deschanel and Beau Bridges, followed by a spectacular Opening Night Party. The complete lineup of films in…
Find out more »Minneapolis Teen Job & Opportunity Fair
The Minneapolis Teen Job & Opportunity Fair brings together hundreds of young people and youth-serving programs every year from around the city to learn about opportunities with many local employers. This is the perfect place for Minneapolis youths to power up their summer job search. Saturday, April 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Minneapolis Parks and Recreation headquarters, 2117 West River Road N. Employers attending and hiring at the job fair include: City of Bloomington, Great Wolf Lodge, Home Depot, The Loppet…
Find out more »Johnson St./35W improvements
Give your input on the proposed improvements to the Johnson St./35W intersection. An open house will be held Thursday, April 27, 6-7:30 pm at the Northeast Rec Center, 1530 Johnson St. NE. See the project website for an online presentation and survey: minneapolismn.gov/government/projects/johnson-st-intersection.
Find out more »Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
The NE Kiwanis will resume their annual pancake breakfast at the Northeast Armory, 1025 Broadway St. NE. All-you-can-eat pancakes with two fruit toppings, whipped cream, world-famous Sentyrz sausage and blueberry muffins. Sunday, April 30, 7 am-1 pm. Tickets at the door: Adults, $10, children under 12, $5.
Find out more »May 2023
NE Seniors’ 50th anniversary tea party
Celebrate Northeast Seniors' golden year of service and join them Saturday, May 20, 11 am-1 pm for an English tea service at 4458 Reservoir Blvd. Mark Anthony, singer and musician, will entertain during the tea. He has performed at The Dakota, Crooners, Chanhassen Dinner Theater and many more venues. While you wait to be seated, get a free hand massage by Carol Larson, nail technician. Tea Source teas, local savory and sweets from Parkway Pizza, Sarah Jane's Bakery and Cub…
Find out more »The Tourist Trap: A Midwestern Gothic
"The Tourist Trap: A Midwestern Gothic" be performed at the Crane Theatre, 2303 Kennedy St. NE, through May 20. A hit at the 2014 Minnesota Fringe Festival, "Tourist Trap" is set in a sinister roadside attraction in South Dakota's Black Hills, where tourists are invited to peruse the relics of the notorious death cult founded by Marcus Bingham. Remaining performance dates are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, May 18-20. All shows 7:30 pm, doors open 7 p.m. Tickets $20, available at…
Find out more »June 2023
Pillsbury Elementary Summer Festival
Community party to celebrate the coming summer. Family-friendly entertainment, bouncy houses, carnival games, and food trucks. Held outdoors at Windom Park, 2251 Hayes St. NE. 4:30-7:30 pm, Friday, June 2.
Find out more »Call for NE Calendar art
The call for art is open for the 2024 Northeast Calendar, coordinated by the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District. Images should represent Northeast in various ways and seasons. Deadline September 1. All mediums welcome; submissions should be print-ready digital images. Artists/photographers are invited to include brief background on what inspired the image and where in Northeast it was made. “We are looking for active, colorful, beautiful and/or funny images that bring cheer and a feeling of togetherness, community,” organizers write. Each…
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