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February 2023
“Love … or Whatever”
“Love … or Whatever” is a curated art show inspired by love. Guest artists represent a wide array of themes involving love: sweet, sour, cute, dark and everything in between. Exhibit at the new Goza Gallery, #155 Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St NE in the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District. Opening reception Friday, Feb. 10, 5-10 pm. Admission is free from 6-10pm Friday, Feb. 10 and 12-4 pm on Saturday, Feb.11. Purchase a VIP ticket for $5 to view and…
Find out more »Pierre Bottineau Library, March 11-May 20
Pierre Bottineau Library, 55 Broadway St. NE. Register online at hclib.org or call 612-543-6850. The first three events are funded by Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and presented in collaboration with the Loft Literary Center. Elements of Short Story Writing: Saturday, March 11, 10-11:30 am. Explore the craft of fiction and learn literary techniques such as dialogue, voice, scene and structure, which will increase awareness of the wealth and range of stylistic choices available to fiction writers. Free, registration required.…
Find out more »HeightsNEXT pet bed workshop
Winter is hardest for homeless animals, and HeightsNEXT helps by hosting a pet bed workshop in partnership with the Columbia Heights Public Library, 3939 Central Avenue NE, Saturday, Feb. 11, 11 am-2 pm. Seats are limited. You can make a pet bed at home. Sign up for a kit: Register for Take and Make Service Event: Pet Beds for Animals Shelters on the Columbia Heights Public Library calendar. You will receive an email when your kit is ready for pickup…
Find out more »Professional wrestling at Murzyn Hall
The Columbia Heights Lions will host professional wrestling at Murzyn Hall, 530 Mill St NE, Saturday, Feb. 11. Live MIW action will feature fan-favorite El Bano vs. CWIII in a Lion's Open-Weight Championship match. Doors open at 6 pm and bell time is 7 pm. Tickets $10 at the door. Lions Cash Bar.
Find out more »Safe Driver 4-hour refresher courses (ages 55+)
If you have successfully completed a state-approved 8 hour defensive driving course, you are eligible to take a 4-hour defensive driving course to renew your insurance discount certificate. This is taught by AARP. Monday, Feb. 13, 9 am-1 pm OR Monday, April 10, 9 am-1 pm. John P. Murzyn Hall, 530 Mill St. NE. Preregistration required: 763-706-3730. Cost is $29 per person.
Find out more »DIY Toilet Repair
Join Rethos and the Minnesota Tool Library for a crash course in toilet repair. Learn how to diagnose common toilet issues and determine the best course of action. Longtime plumber and teacher Manny Manzano will demonstrate basic repairs. You'll leave class with the confidence to tackle any flushing frustration that comes your way. Wednesday, Feb. 15, 6:30-9 pm, Northeast Tool Library, Thorp Building, 1620 Central Ave NE, Suite #126. Cost: $0-20. https://www.simpletix.com/e/diy-toilet-repair-tickets-76401
Find out more »Simple Home Electrical
Want to change out that old light fixture? Have a light switch or outlet that doesn’t work? Learn to make these simple electrical repairs yourself. In this hands-on class at the Minnesota Tool Library, you will replace single-pole and 3-way light switches, a wall outlet, a light fixture, and learn how to rewire a lamp and test electrical circuits. The class will help you confidently DIY simple electrical repairs that could cost you hundreds of dollars if you hired an…
Find out more »Art Market + Live Music + Gallery Show
Saturday, Feb. 18, the 2nd floor of the Solar Arts Building will host open artist studios where visitors can shop, browse and meet local artists. The 2nd Floor Gallery Stage will showcase live performances by some great local musicians, including Royal Hiptites, John Siqveland, Jim Walsh, Dave Dvorak, and Emmy Woods. Noon- 6 pm, Solar Arts Building, 711 15th Ave. NE.
Find out more »Chorus Polaris to perform
Chorus Polaris presents its first concert with David Hood as executive director on Saturday, Feb. 18, 7:30 pm at First Lutheran Church, 1555 40th Ave. NE. In addition to works by Giovanni Gabrielli ("In Ecclesiis") and John Rutter ("Requiem"), Chorus Polaris will perform the world premiere of "Song of Nature" by Minnesota composer David Evan Thomas. The concert will be repeated on Sunday, Feb. 19, 3 pm at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Edina. Tickets for both performances…
Find out more »Holy Cross Sauerkraut Supper and Dance
Holy Cross Church invites you to their annual Sauerkraut Supper, held in the auditorium of John Paul II Catholic School, 1630 4th St. NE, on Tuesday, Feb. 21. Dinner will served from 4-7 pm, and dancing will continue until 8 pm. The menu includes homemade sauerkraut, pork loin, Polish sausage, potatoes, rye bread, and paczki. Tickets $20 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-13. Children under 5 eat free. Call 612-930-0860.
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