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August 2024
Movie in the Park: “Guardians of the Galaxy”
Friday, Aug. 23, 8 pm, Huset Park, 3964 Jefferson St. NE. Brash space adventurer Peter Quill (Chris Pratt) finds himself the quarry of relentless bounty hunters after he steals an orb coveted by Ronan, a powerful villain. Free.
Find out more »Help CPNA relaunch
The Columbia Park Neighborhood is the only neighborhood in Minneapolis without a neighborhood association to represent its interests. Help relaunch the Columbia Park Neighborhood Association Saturday, Aug. 24, 1-2:30 pm at Eastside Food Co-op, 2551 Central Ave. NE. At least 25 Columbia Park residents are needed to reestablish the neighborhood association. Contact Marlo Vargas, admin@columbiaparkneighborhood.org.
Find out more »Paddle with a ranger: Minneapolis (heron rookery)
Get up close with a heron rookery (nesting birds may or may not be present), spot bald eagles, peregrine falcons and other wildlife as you kayak down the Mississippi River with a National Park Service ranger. Launch from North Mississippi Regional Park, view the site of the future Upper Harbor Terminal Redevelopment Project and see the great blue herons nesting on their island rookery before landing at Boom Island Regional Park. Attendees must be 18+ and must be able to…
Find out more »Northeast Chorale: 10th season rehearsals begin
The Northeast Chorale kicks off its 10th season with a special potluck and sing-through. Rehearsals start Tuesday, Aug. 27, 6:30 pm at Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church (27th and Johnson). Bring a dish to share and your voice to preview our exciting new music. All voices welcome. For more information, visit NortheastChorale.org.
Find out more »Music in the Park: Ipso Facto
Ipso Facto is a Minneapolis-based reggae/funk/jazz band that has played for audiences around the world. The rock-style reggae band was formed in 1986 by three brothers: Wain, Juju and Greg McFarlane. Wednesday, Aug. 28, 6:30-8 pm, Huset Park, 3965 Jefferson St. NE.
Find out more »Twin Cities River Rats Waterskiing Shows
Free shows are held every Thursday, 7-8:30 pm, June-August on the Mississippi River between the Plymouth and Broadway Bridges. Arrive early for parking. Bring lawn chairs or blanket for seating. Concessions available for purchase. Tuesday shows added in August. The River Rats ski rain or shine; if you are concerned about weather watch their Facebook page for updates, facebook.com/tcriverrats
Find out more »CH Lions hygiene drive
Columbia Heights Lions will hold a hygiene drive Friday, Aug. 30, 4-7 pm at Murzyn Hall, 530 Mill St. NE. Items needed: feminine products, deodorant, toothbrushes & paste, shampoo, soap. Monetary donations also accepted. All items will be delivered to Columbia Heights High School for distribution within the school district.
Find out more »September 2024
Active older adult programs at Northeast Park
Northeast Park, 1509 Johnson St. NE, will be the scene of many programs for 55-plus adults this fall. Weekly ongoing drop-in programs require no registration. Call 612-370-4920 or email northeast@minneapolisparks.org. Indoor Walking: Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 am-noon Pickleball: Mondays and Thursdays, 10:30 am-12:30 pm. Women's pickleball, Tuesdays, 10:30 am-12:30 pm. Pickleball is $4 per week, payable at the door. Chair Yoga: Fridays, 11 am-noon. Session 1: Sept. 6-Oct. 18, $49; Session 2: Oct. 25-Dec. 20, $56. Stay Strong: Mondays, 9:15-10:15 am. Session…
Find out more »Unlimited Keyes Art Fair
Friday, Sept. 6, 12-7 pm; Saturday, Sept. 7, 10 am-5 pm; Sunday, Sept. 8, 10 am-3 pm, Keyes Park, 1345 45 1/2th Ave. NE. There will be food trucks, a full mocktail bar and sweet treats.Fair includes multiple vendors with a variety of fare and an art creation station. This is an outdoor event and they are still accepting vendors. Register at https://www.unlimitedartstudio.org/.
Find out more »Local author book reading
Local Author J.P. Johnson will give a reading from his most recent book, Stranger Convolutions. The reading will take place at Eat My Words Bookstore, 214 13th ave. NE, Saturday Sept. 7, 2-3 PM.
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