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June 2023
Friends of the Pierre Bottineau Library book sale
Friends of the Pierre Bottineau Library will hold a book sale on Saturday, June 10, 10 am-2 pm at the Pierre Bottineau Library, 55 Broadway St. NE. Hundreds of adult and children's fiction and nonfiction books (most $.50-$1) in hardcover and paperback as well as some vintage vinyl. "Blind date" books for sale, too. Items are withdrawn from the Hennepin County Library system or donated by the public. Funds raised will benefit the library. If you are interested in assisting with the book sale, contact Maryellen, pierrebottineau@supporthclib.org.
Find out more »The Burning of Greenwood
Tulsa, Okla., 1921. John and Loula Williams are proud business owners in the bustling Greenwood district. By day they operate a popular confectionery, and at night they run the Williams Dreamland Theater, showing the latest moving pictures to the many residents of the area. But one day, an all-too-familiar scene plays out: A white woman screams. A Black man runs away in fear. Presented by nimbus theatre. Tickets $5-$50, sliding scale. Performances at the Crane Theater, 2303 Kennedy St. NE,…
Find out more »Light Tales by Jil Evans
The Kolman & Reeb Gallery will take patrons on an immersive exploration of light and shadow with its next Project Space grantee exhibition, Light Tales, by internationally known Minnesota artist, Jil Evans. With her dynamic and energetic style, Evans captures the essence of Minnesota’s seasons using video, a new medium for her, through light and shadow to reflect the inner experiences of our minds. Light Tales begins Saturday, June 17, and runs through Saturday, Aug. 19. Artist Reception: Saturday, June…
Find out more »Youth events at Pierre Bottineau Library
Pierre Bottineau Library, 55 Broadway St. NE, offers the following summer events for youth. Register online hclib.org or call 612-543-6850. Questions: 612-543-6850 or 612-543-KNOW (5669) Stories with The Museum of Russian Art: Wednesday, June 21, 10-10:30 am. Come for a story and art project to take home. You will have a chance to explore nesting dolls from the museum’s collection. Free. Registration required. Lego lab: Monday, June 26, 4:30-7 pm. Calling all future engineers and architects! The library has the…
Find out more »2023 Jamboree
The Columbia Heights Jamboree will be celebrated Wednesday, June 21-Sunday, June 25. Wednesday, June 21: Todd Estrem Tasty Medallion Hunt: Clues posted at 11 am and 5 pm at Tasty Pizza until found. Cash prize: $1,000. Thursday, June 2: Carnival: 5-11 pm; Lions Beer Garden: 5-11 pm; Mad Mike's Funhouse and Rockstar Bob's Rock Show: 7 pm at the Beer Garden; Friday, June 23: Carnival: 3 pm-Midnight; Lions Beer Garden: 3 pm-Midnight; Jamboree Parade: 6-8 pm; Saturday, June 24: Carnival:…
Find out more »Traveling Puppet Wagon performances
Columiba Heights kids in grades 4-8 present free Puppet Wagon peformances at local parks every Thursday (Huset Park, 3965 Jefferson St. NE) and Friday (Ramsdell Park, 4956 Johnson St. NE) June 9-Aug. 11. Shows start at 10 am and run approximately 30 minutes. No shows July 6 and 7.
Find out more »Share the River Nordeast
Share the River Nordeast is back June 22 at Mississippi Watershed Management Organization, 2522 Marshall St. NE. Stop by anytime between 5-8 pm for a free introductory canoe ride on the Mississippi River, then grab a free cookie and enjoy a variety of fun and educational activities at MWMO's Stormwater Park and Learning Center. Family-friendly event for kids and adults of all ages. (Note that you must weigh at least 30 lbs. in order to fit in the provided life…
Find out more »Salo Park summer concerts return
Thursday evening concerts are 7-8:15 pm at the Salo Park Amphitheater located on 39th Ave. NE between Silver Lake Road and Stinson Boulevard. In case of inclement weather, the concerts will be cancelled. Visit www.saloparkconcertseries.com by 3 pm the day of the concert for a cancellation notice. June 22: Paul Barry Blues Band (Chicago and West Coast jump blues) June 29: Jeff Ray and The Stakes (East meets West roots music) July 6: St. Anthony Civic Orchestra July 13: Phil…
Find out more »Northeast dog parade
Line up for the Northeast dog parade, Friday, June 23, 5:30-7:30 pm. Show up at Riverplace, 43 Main St. SE, with your costumed canine, or just watch. Local businesses sponsor and provide dog-themed giveaways to participants and observers. Sponsored by Nicollet Island East Bank Neighborhood Association.
Find out more »2023 NEXT Festival
Theater Latté Da's 2023 NEXT festival kicks off July 29 and runs through Aug. 21 at the Ritz Theater, 345 13th Avenue NE. Three new works, "The Tears of La Llorona; A Border Zarzuela by Celeste Moreno, Bethany Brinton and Crystal Manich; "Macbeth and the Weird Sisters" by Andrew Wilkowske and Kelley Rourke; and "Love Them First" by Randy Preston and Candrice Jones will each receive two-week developmental workshops and public presentations beginning Saturday, July 29, with a fourth project–a…
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