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May 2022
Artist Talk: Jim Maki
Local artist Jim Maki will speak about his watercolor and pen and ink artwork, and will conduct a demonstration. Pierre Bottineau Library, 55 Broadway St. NE, Saturday, May 21, 11 am-12 pm. His exhibit, "A Walk Through the Woods," is on display at the library.
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.
Find out more »Edison Class of 1977
The Edison High School Class of 1977 will hold its 45th reunion at Darby's Pub & Grill, 315 N. 5th Ave., Minneapolis, Saturday, May 21, starting at 6 pm. Cost is $20 in advance, $30 at the door. Questions: Contact Ron Bonden, 612-990-3484 or robond03@yahoo.com.
Find out more »Boy Scout Pancake Breakfast
Boy Scout Troop 132 will hold their 23rd annual pancake breakfast on Sunday, May 22, 8:30 am-12:30 pm, at Mt. Carmel Lutheran l 1701 St. Anthony Pkwy. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, and eggs. Adult tickets are $8 and child tickets are $5. Available through curbside pickup and limited indoor dining.
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 »Sports lessons at NE parks
Minneapolis Parks and Recreation will offer classes in pickleball and tennis this summer. There are openings for team sports as well. Register at https://www.teamsideline.com/sites/minneapolisparks/current-programs Intro to Pickleball: Tuesdays at Windom Park, 2251 Hayes St.NE , 9-11 am or 11 am-1 pm, for four weeks in June. Cost: $80. Tennis lessons: Logan Park, 690 13th Ave. NE, and Waite Park, 1810 34th Ave. NE. Drill and Play is 90 minutes. 9 weeks of one-hour lessons, Saturday-Thursday, June-August. Leagues: Beginner (comes with free…
Find out more »Free English classes for adult Spanish speakers/Clases de inglés gratis para adultos hispanohablantes
Salem Covenant Church, 2655 5th St NW, New Brighton, offers free English classes for adult Spanish speakers. The six-week course begins April 21 and runs every Thursday from 5:30-7 pm until May 26. All levels are welcome. Instruction will focus on building everyday language skills. Free childcare provided for children of adult learners. No pre-registration is required. Questions, Anna at 651-353-5716. Ofrece clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos hispanohablantes. El curso de seis semanas comienza el 21 de abril y se…
Find out more »Northeast Chorale seeks singers
The Northeast Chorale invites high school and adult singers to participate in their upcoming spring season. Rehearsals are held at Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church 1509 27th Ave NE, 6:30-8:pm on Tuesdays. Rehearsals begin Tuesday, April 5 and continue weekly through May 31, culminating in a concert to be held on Saturday, June 4. Cost to participate is $25 for adults and $15 for high school students. Info and details about COVID safety practices: www.northeastchorale.org
Find out more »June 2022
Lock and dam tours
A federal study will begin soon to consider the future of the Lower St. Anthony Falls and Lock and Dam No. 1 (a.k.a. Ford lock and dam) now that they no longer serve their original purpose. What should be done with these structures? Is dam removal a feasible option? To educate community members about this issue and the big possibilities for our river, Macalester College, Friends of the Mississippi River and several other partners will host a series of lock…
Find out more »Columbia Heights Library youth events
For more information, call the Columbia Heights Library (763-706-3690), or visit www.anokacountylibrary.org. Summer Reading Program: June 1-Aug. 14. Sign up online and track your summer reading progress. Earn a free book for signing up. Keep participating to earn an entry into that week’s prize drawing. Register at: https://anokacounty.beanstack.org Family Storytime: Mondays, June 6-Aug. 8, 10:30-11 am . Share books, songs, and rhymes with your children at this storytime designed to promote school readiness in 2 to 5 year olds. Librarians, caregivers, and…
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