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March 2023
Free writing workshops for survivors
Join a free virtual creative writing group for those who have experienced interpersonal violence (intimate partner violence, sexual violence, stalking, trafficking). You don't need to see yourself as a writer - all are welcome. Come together on Zoom to write and read. This is not professional mental health care, and you will not be asked to write about any trauma directly. It is a space for exploration, tapping into your creative mind, and connection. Tuesdays, March 7, 14 and 21, 6:30-8 pm.…
Find out more »Northeast Community Band presents “Movie Night”
The Northeast Community Band will take you to the movies Thursday, March 23, 7 pm. The 62-member band under the direction of Tim Martin will play movie music, ranging from "Ben-Hur" to "Star Wars." The free concert will be held at Northeast Middle School, 2955 Hayes St. NE.
Find out more »Columbia Heights Library adult events
Columbia Heights Library, 3939 Central Ave. NE, 763-706-3690 or visit www.anokacountylibrary.org. Minnesota from the Road: Storyteller Doug Ohman: Saturday, April 1, 11 am: Urban Gems of St. Paul. A historian, photographer and storyteller all rolled into one, Doug Ohman has published 14 books about Minnesota. He will present an interactive slideshow. Registration required. Birdscaping Basics: Monday, April 3, 5:30 pm. How can you attract more birds to your yard? This class will introduce the idea of “birdscaping,” which is landscaping to…
Find out more »Lenten Fish Fries at Holy Cross
Holy Cross will hold fish fries on Fridays throughout the Lenten season, with the exception of March 10 and April 7. They run 5-7 pm Feb. 24, March 3, 17, 24 and 31. Adults $12, children under 12 $2. Holy Cross Kolbe Hall, 1630 4th St. NE. All proceeds will go to the Don Bosco Youth Fund, which encourages the youth within the parish to pursue a life of discipleship through Catholic education, family faith formation and other youth activities.
Find out more »Abstract Vibes Exhibit
Abstract is thought-provoking and conjures visceral emotions. Take a vibrant journey with more than 20 local artists. Purchase a VIP HOUR $5 ticket for Friday, March 24, 5-6 pm to be the first to see and shop the show. General Admission is free from 6-9 pm. Enjoy light snacks and beverages. Other times to see the exhibit: March 25, Saturday, 12-4 pm; March 31, Friday, 12-4 pm; April 1, Saturday, 12-4 pm; April 6, Thursday, 5-9 pm (NKB 1st Thursday);…
Find out more »SACA “Hops for Hunger 11”
Join Southern Anoka Community Assistance (SACA) at their 11th annual "Hops for Hunger" fundraiser Friday, March 24, 6-9 pm at Quincy Hall, 1325 Quincy St. NE. Sample brews from area breweries and help fight hunger. Tickets are $50 in advance, $60 at the door. One ticket will provide food for a family of five for a month. Food available for purchase, live music.
Find out more »Events at Pierre Bottineau Library
Pierre Bottineau Library, 55 Broadway St NE. Register online at hclib.org or call 612-543-6850 or 612-543-KNOW (5669) The True Story About the James Gang: Saturday, March 25, 1-2 pm. Tom Ryther, former KSTP and KARE sportscaster, journalist and Northfield theatre enactor, will talk about the famous James-Younger Gang. As a native of Missouri, Ryther studied the history of the James-Younger Gang for decades, visited many James Gang historic sites and even got to know descendants of the James Family. Q…
Find out more »Hot Dash 5K, 10-Mile, Tater Trot
Hot Dash, the running event with a food reward at the end, will be held Saturday, March 25, starting at 8 am at Boom Island Park, 724 Sibley St. NE. 5K runners start at 8:45, 10-milers at 9:15. Kids running the Tater Trot start at 10:30. Sample various hotdishes, toast some marshmallows, take a chance on a meat raffle. Details and registration: https://www.tcmevents.org/events/hot-dash-2023.
Find out more »Meadowlark Microschool info session
Meadowlark Microschool will hold an information session Saturday, March 25, 9-10:30 am at First Lutheran Church, 1555 40th Ave NE. Meadowlark is a nature-based, Waldorf-inspired first grade in Columbia Heights. Meet the teacher, explore the curriculum and get a glimpse into what your child's day and future will look like at Meadowlark. 9 am meet-and-greet followed by a short presentation and ending with a Q&A session. Facemasks required. RSVP: meadowlarkmicroschool@gmail.com or visit meadowlarkmicroschool.org.
Find out more »Play baseball with the Minneapolis Millers
The Minneapolis Youth Baseball Association (MYAB), also known as the Minneapolis Millers, is a nonprofit organization operated by volunteers passionate about teaching kids to play baseball. The Millers offers both Travel Team options for players in 2nd-9th grade and a development recreational program known as the Mini-Millers for players in 1st-4th grade. Tryouts for travel teams is Sunday, Feb. 26, and our Mini-Millers evaluations take place on March 26. For more information visit www.mplsmillers.org. Players must be Minneapolis residents to…
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