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Executive Director Update: Education Series Launches
John Crosby, Bud Hayden, and Mary Bednarowski are leading a series just for MCC members on the state of education Pre-K to infinity. We launch the program Monday, February 28 at Winslow House 7:00-8:30 p.m. Our distinguished speaker is futurist Dr. Arthur Harkins. To learn about other speakers and topics please click here.
Best, Linnea
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Social Bridge
February 16, 3:00-5:30 pm. Stone Arch Lofts Community Room, 600 S 2nd St.
An accredited American Contract Bridge teacher, Mignon Nearmyer, will begin the session with a 10-15 minute lesson and discussion on a particular aspect of the game. When formal play begins she will give instructions and be available to answer questions throughout the afternoon. Even if you have played social bridge before, we are sure you will learn something new. You are expected to come with a partner. If you need help finding a partner, contact Leah Battin at 612-455-3329, and she will try to assist you. Plan to arrive early as we will begin play immediately at 3:00 pm. Cost: $6.00/ person MCC members, sign up here.
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Compleat Scholar - The Discovery of Ancient Egypt Past and Present: The History of Egyptology
 February 16, 6:00-8:00 pm. Guthrie Theater Livingston Conference Room, 818 S 2nd St.
Perhaps no other venerable civilization has so thoroughly captured the hearts and minds of the western world as that of the ancient Egyptians. This illustrated lecture will reveal how this complex and colorful land became the known world's leader in art and architecture, science and industry, religion and philosophy. Learn about how this lost civilization of temples, tombs, and hieroglyphs was rediscovered in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Hear stories about the discovery of the great pyramids at Giza, the excavation and cataloging of kings' tombs, and how amazing treasures found their way into both private hands and national museums. Learn about the science of Egyptology today and what archaeologists are still discovering about this ancient culture. Cost: Members: $20/class; Guests: $30/class. Fees payable at the door. Guests email Linnea; Members, sign up here.
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Men's Coffee and Conversation
February 17, 7:30-8:30 am. Nicollet Island Inn, 95 Merriam St.
Caffeine and camaraderie for the male members of MCC! This group meets every other Thursday at Nicollet Island Inn and is hosted by various members who get the conversation going. MCC Men, sign up here.
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MCC Legacy Series: Revisiting Estate Planning
February 22, 3:30-5:00 pm. Winslow House Community Room, 100 2nd St SE.
Attorney Mike Frost, known by several MCC members, will address the ramifications of recent changes in estate and tax laws. Learn how these updates will affect your valuables, your loved ones, and you. MCC Members, click here to sign up.
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Last Tuesday Happy Hour
February 22, 5:00-6:00 pm. Aster Cafe, 125 Main St SE.
Join hosts Lynn Bowe and Charlie Kuivinen for this month's happy hour. Catch up with friends and neighbors over drinks and small bites. Dutch treat! Members and friends, no RSVP necessary.
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Education: Succeeding in the Knowledge Economy
February 28, 7:00-8:30 pm. Winslow House Community Room, 100 2nd St SE.
We live in a global knowledge economy, with education the greatest means of developing human capital. From Pre-K to infinity, education is integral to our students, our workforce, and our future. Join MCC as we kick off this series examining the state and the future of education in our city, state, and nation. Learn more about upcoming topics and speakers here.
At our first program this month, we invite futurist Dr. Arthur Harkins to discuss the best ways to develop human capital to maximize leadership and innovation so that we as a nation can stay competitive in the global 21st century. Dr. Harkins is co-creator of the Leapfrog Institute. He is an Associate Professor in the Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development at the University of Minnesota. MCC Members, sign up here.
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Upcoming Events
View our detailed February Calendar here!
February 15: Great Decisions - GD Discussion Group Members, sign up here
February 16: Social Bridge - Members, sign up here
February 16: Complete Scholar - The Discovery of Ancient Egypt Past and Present: The History of Egyptology - Guests email Linnea; Members, sign up here
February 17: Men's Coffee and Conversation - MCC Men, sign up here
February 22: MCC Legacy Series: Revisiting Estate Planning - Members, sign up here
February 22: Last Tuesday Happy Hour - Members and guests, learn more here
February 28: Education: Succeeding in the Knowledge Economy - Members, sign up here
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Around Town
Smart House, Livable Community: Your Future
February 5 - May 22. University of Minnesota Goldstein Museum of Design. 241 McNeal Hall, 1985 Buford Ave, St Paul.
Experience the McNeal Gallery as the home of Jim and Sara, a fictitious Baby Boomer couple who will digitally guide visitors through their home renovation. This interactive exhibition will feature innovative design and technology to facilitate independent living and explore planning for age-integrated communities.
Third Ward Care Meeting
Wednesday, February 16, 7:00 pm. Center for Families, 3333 4th St N.
Third Ward Care Meetings are the third Wednesday of every month. This month's meeting will discuss the proposed household hazardous waste drop off facility at 340 27th Ave.
LearningLife Forum: Witness to History - Josie Johnson
Thursday, February 17, 7:00 - 8:30 pm. 1890 Buford Ave, St Paul.
This monthly forum examines firsthand perspectives on the decisive moments and movements that have shaped our history. This month Josie Johnson, who traveled to Mississippi to witness and take part in the struggle for civil rights and has remained a human rights activist, will be interviewed by Mary Nichols, dean of the College of Continuing Education. Cost is $15.00. Click here for ticket information.
CPED Historic Resource Survey Meetings
Thursday, February 17, 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Our Land of Lourdes Church; 1 Lourdes Place: St. Anthony West, Marcy Holmes, Como, Sumner Glenwood, Bryn Mawr, Harrison, Near North and Prospect Park Neighborhoods
Monday, February 28, 4:30-6:00 pm. City Hall, Rm 319; 350 S 5th St: Downtown
CPED-Planning is conducting a historic resource survey in several neighborhoods to assess the potential for historic properties. This project is called the Central Core Historic Resources Survey. The first public meetings held this February will introduce the survey project and offer an opportunity for the community to provide information and ideas about historic resources within the survey area.
Meeting of the Minds Dementia Conference Saturday, March 19. Saint Paul RiverCentre, 175 Kellogg Blvd W, St Paul. The Meeting of the Minds Dementia Conference 2011 is the premier conference for persons with early dementia, families, friends and professionals sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association Minnesota-North Dakota and Mayo Clinic. Register by February 23 for Early Bird Rates! Learn more and register here or call 952-857-0534.
Chefs for Change
Monday, March 21. Tours at 6:30 pm, Bountiful Garden Hors d'œuvres, Wine and Discussion at 7:00 pm. People Serving People, 614 S 3rd St.
Mill City District neighbors are welcome for a lively discussion about urban farming and local and sustainable food production, including the development of a rooftop garden at PSP, hosted by Brenda Langton and Spoonriver Restaurant. Host chefs provide all of the food with wine pairings. Cost: $75. Proceeds benefit the PSP Rooftop Garden Project. For tickets, email Mary Ites or call 612-277-0246.
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MCC Membership Update
The MCC Membership Marketing Committee has set a special goal to grow single memberships this year. To support that objective, we've added an incentive -- $200 off a $750 annual single household membership.
If you have neighbors or friends who would benefit from membership, please let them know about this opportunity. Contact Linnea and she'll send them a membership packet.
Thank you!
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MCC New Member Spotlight
MCC welcomed new members David and Susan Plimpton in December. David is an Internist and Gastroenterologist. Susan is a retired marketing executive. She volunteers on the boards of not for profit organizations focusing on medical research and education (MN Medical Foundation) or
international education and development (microfinance), especially for women
and girls in Africa. They have two adult sons, one living and working in London, and the other living at home while applying to medical school. David and Susan love to travel when they can, as evinced by this picture from their trip to Central Asia!
David and Susan joined MCC because of the appeal of the concept and the programs and friendships it offers. They look forward to becoming more involved over time.
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MCC Ongoing Fitness Opportunities
SBS Class
Mondays, 7:35 - 8:35 am
Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 pm
Created exclusively for MCC, this class at 501F1T focuses on strength, balance, and stretching. Follow this link to sign up!
River Walkers
Tuesdays and Thursdays,
7:30 - 8:30 am
Stone Arch Lofts Riverside Parking Lot
All level of walkers welcome for this early morning walk along the banks of the Mississippi River. An MCC volunteer leads each walk.
Hatha Yoga
Wednesdays and Fridays,
8:00 - 9:15 am
This alignment-based class is held at the Yoga Center of Minneapolis, 212 3rd Ave N, Suite 205.
Purchase a 12-class pass for $132 directly from YCM to use as your schedule allows, or drop in on a class for $12.50.
Contact Dena at 612.436.4700 for details.
Drop-ins welcome!
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Mill City Times has more information on neighborhood happenings!
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Senior LinkAge Line
1-800-333-2433
is a nationwide toll-free number that is answered Monday thru Friday from 8:00AM - 4:30PM by certified information and assistance specialists.
MinnesotaHelp.info
is a statewide resource database containing information on more than 12,000 agencies providing such services as health care, education and recreation, retirement, disability and social service information. This Directory contains information on nonprofit and public health and human service programs and for-profit programs.
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