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May 2025
Introduction to Zen Practice
Compassionate Ocean Zen Center, 652 17th Ave. NE, will offer a free two-part Introduction to Zen Practice mini-course. Held consecutive Mondays, May 5 & 12, 7-9 pm, these classes will consist of a combination of discussion about Zen and its place in Buddhism, some information about Compassionate Ocean Zen Center and instruction in sitting meditation. Guiding Teacher Michael O’Neal will lead this program, which is intended to be a starting point for those curious about or new to Zen. Pre-registration…
Find out more »Coffee Connects
The St. Anthony Area Chamber of Commerce will host a Coffee Connects meeting for business owners Tuesday, May 13, 8-9 am at Hayden Grove, 2601 Stinson Pkwy. NE. Free to attend with coffee provided. No registration required, but is encouraged. Details at saintanthonychamber.org
Find out more »Snack & Squish: “Chutes and Ladders”
Polymer clay artist and teacher Laura Burlis will present and lead May's Snack & Squish activity. Learn some fun ways to make “Chutes and Ladders” and talk about the challenges of being an artist entrepreneur. Wednesday, May 14, 12-1 pm. Clay Squared to Infinity, 2505 Howard St. NE.
Find out more »16th Minnesota Cuban film festival
Wednesdays, April 30-June 4, 7 pm at The Main Cinema, 15 SE Main St. The festival pays tribute to the Cuban culture by featuring films that address the achievements and challenges of the Cuban people through the eyes of its filmmakers. This year’s festival celebrates the life of visionary Cuban film director Tomás Gutiérrez Alea. Film lineup: April 30: La Mujer Salvaje (Wild Woman); May 7: La Espera (The Wait); May 14: Una Noche Con Los Rolling Stones (A night…
Find out more »“Sketches into Paintings”
"Sketches into Paintings" will feature a rare look at national award-winning artist Steven Levin's process, featuring over 50 selections from his personal collection of preparatory pieces, beautiful in their own right, used to create his finished works. Studio Pintura Fine Art Gallery, Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St NE, #293-295. Opening reception, Thursday, May 15, 6-8:30 pm. Artist talk: Saturday, May 17, 12:30-1:30 pm. Art-A-Whirl Weekend, May 16-18: Friday 5-10 pm, Saturday noon-8 pm, Sunday noon-5 pm.
Find out more »“Tommie Tot”
The Edison track and field teams will host their 4th Annual "Tommie Tot" event on Thursday, May 15, 5-6:30 pm on the track at Edison. This free event is an all-ages family fun opportunity to run, jump, move and play.
Find out more »Cheers for Beers
Cheers for Beers, a fundraiser for HeightsNEXT, will be held Friday, May 16, 6-9 pm, John P. Murzyn Hall, 530 Mill St. NE. Tickets include a sampling glass, access to regional and local breweries, Live DJ dance party and pretzel necklace crafts. Food trucks will also be on hand. Visit cheersforbeersmn.com to secure early-bird tickets for $30. Designated driver tickets are $15 and at-the-door pricing for regular tickets will be $35. This is a 21+ event sponsored by Top Valu…
Find out more »Doors Open Minneapolis
Doors Open Minneapolis will be held Saturday, May 17, and Sunday, May 18. This year, 75 venues throughout Minneapolis will be free and open for public exploration. Venues in or near Northeast include Architectural Antiques (ticket required), Ard Godfrey House, City of Minneapolis Eastside Maintenance Facility, Compassionate Ocean Zen Center, Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church, Historic A-Mill Artist Lofts, Kramarczuk Sausage Co. Inc., The Main Cinema, Mississippi Watershed Management Organization, MnDOT Stone Arch Bridge and Xcel Energy St. Anthony Hydroelectric Plant. For days,…
Find out more »“Archive Saturday” at Art-A-Whirl®
The Diverse Emerging Music Organization (DEMO) will host "Archive Saturday," a special event dedicated to promoting the Minnesota Music Archive (MMA) place on Saturday, May 17, 12-8 pm at the Twin Ignition Start Up Garage, 1317 Marshall St. NE, during Art-A-Whirl®. Archive Saturday aims to increase donations to the Minnesota Music Archive, raise awareness about the archive's mission and engage the community through a unique and interactive experience. Attendees are encouraged to donate Minnesota music to the archive in exchange…
Find out more »Scout Troop 132 Pancake Breakfast
26th Annual Pancake* Breakfast Fundraiser for Scout Troop 132 based out of NE Minneapolis. Proceeds go to help the Ttoop with the cost of summer camp fees. Sunday, May 18, 8:30 am-12 pm, Mt. Carmel Lutheran Church, 1701 St. Anthony Parkway. $10 for adults, $7 for youth (6-12), free for under 6. Tickets can be purchased on site. *Foods include regular pancakes, allergen-free pancakes (top 9), scrambled eggs, fruit, sausage, juice, coffee, and milk.
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