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Executive Director Update
Please find the Mill City Commons May calendar below as a link under MCC Upcoming Events. We highlight details on events in this newsletter as the dates get closer.
A special thanks to the Member Services Committee. They continue to bring us fabulous activities and programs. If you have an event idea to share, please forward to me via this email. We appreciate any and all ideas. -- See you soon! -- Linnea
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Last Tuesday Happy Hour
Tuesday, April 26, 5:00-6:00pm; Spill the Wine, 1101 Washington Ave
Join hosts Bill and Suzanne Joyce for this month's happy hour. Catch up with friends and neighbors over drinks and small bites. Dutch treat!
MCC Members and Guests.
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James Ford Bell Library Tour: Ricci Map 
Friday, April 29, 10:00-11:00am; James Ford Bell Library, 309 19th Avenue S.
Tour the library and view the rare Kunyu wanguo quantu, or Map of the Ten Thousand Countries of the Earth, the oldest surviving Chinese map to show the Americas. It is a xylograph (wood block print) on six scrolls of fine native paper, each scroll measuring approximately 2 feet by 5.75 feet. Li Ahizao (1565-1630), a Chinese mathematician, astronomer and geographer, was the Chinese cartographer who engraved the map.
MCC Members. Members, sign up here.
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Technology HelpDesk: The Rain and Shine of the 'Cloud' - MobileMe, Gmail, Amazon, Google, etc.
Monday, May 2, 7:00-9:00pm. MCC Office, 17 4th Street SE
Andy Trawick presents information on synchronization of mail, contacts, pictures, etc. for sharing information among various devices or among family and friends. The discussion will cover MobileMe, Gmail, Amazon, and other 'cloud' products.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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Awakenings: Radically transforming Alzheimer's care
Tuesday, May 3, 4:00-5:30pm. Washburn Lofts Community Room, 700 S. 2nd Street
Ecumen's ground-breaking program may forever change the way we care for Alzheimer's patients. Ecumen President and CEO Kathryn Roberts hosts panelists Michelle Barclay, Vice President of Program Services, Alzheimer's Association; Laurel Baxter, M.S., R.N., Awakenings Project Manager, Ecumen; Dr. John Brose, Psychiatrist, Associated Clinic of Psychology; Joe Litsey, PharmD, CGP, Pharmacist, Thrifty White Pharmacy Services; Dr. Tracy Tomac, Psychiatrist, St. Luke's Mental Health Services. Join Ecumen at this exclusive opportunity for MCC members.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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Social Bridge
Wednesday, May 4, 3:00-5:30pm. Stone Arch Lofts Community Room, 600 S. 2nd St.
Join advanced or intermediate bridge players for a round of social bridge. You are expected to come with a partner at your level. (Advanced players play all the major conventions comfortably.) If you need help finding a partner, contact Linnea Tweed at 612-455-3329, and she will assist you. Play begins immediately at 3:00pm.
Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
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 Masu Menu Sampling
Wednesday, May 4, 5:00-7:00pm. Masu Sushi
and Robata Restaurant, 330 E. Hennepin Ave.
Join us to welcome the latest addition to the Riverfront restaurant scene! Complimentary menu samplings provided by MCC members Scott Parkin and Amy Sperling. Drinks Dutch Treat. MCC reservations required.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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Great Decisions Discussion Group
Monday, May 9, 7:00-9:00 pm. Home of MCC members Dobson and Jane West, 1700 Mount Curve Avenue, Minneapolis
A Great Decisions Discussion Group is composed of interested individuals who want an opportunity to learn and participate in the foreign policy decision-making process. Groups are centered around the Great Decisions briefing book. This month's topic is the Middle East: A Really New Middle East?, hosted by Dobson and Jane West. Briefing material will be chosen in advance by the guest speaker, Tom Hanson. Read Tom Hanson's bio here.
Discussion Group Members, sign up here.
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Sample Spain with a Sommelier
Tuesday, May 10, 3:00-4:30pm. Sorella Wine and Spirits, 1010 Washington Ave. S
Sorella wine buyer Darrin Minehan will be leading a guided tour of Spain's most important wine regions with wine samples that demonstrate the tradition and progress of this diverse country. A wide variety of styles and price ranges will be available for tasting, and special pricing will be made available to attendees.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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Minnesota Genealogical Society Library Tour
Friday, May 13, 10:00-11:30am. Minnesota Genealogical Society, 1185 Concord St. N., South St. Paul
Join Minnesota Genealogical Society (MGS) President Terry Kita and Librarian John Schade for an introduction to their library containing over 50,000 items including books, microfilm, microfiche, journals, and paper family history records. Members will learn from Terry and John how to begin a family history. Members are welcome to linger -- the library is not open to the public on Fridays.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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Around Town
MSP International Film Festival
April 14-May 5. St. Anthony Main Theatre, 115 SE Main St.
The Film Society of Minneapolis-St. Paul will present over 170 films from some 50 countries at the five-screen St. Anthony Main Theatre. For three weeks, the Twin Cities celebrates the arrival of the best of international and independent filmmaking in the region. Click here to learn more.
Art in Bloom April 28 - May 1, Minneapolis Institute of Arts, 2400 3rd Avenue S.
See more than 150 works of floral art inspired by the MIA's world-class collection. Art in Bloom entices the senses with fresh floral interpretations of museum masterpieces. Free admission. For more information click here.
Walker Art Center ... Jewelry Mart
Saturday May 7, 11:00am - 5:00pm; 1750 Hennepin Ave. Just in time for Mother's Day, nineteen local jewelry artists and designers will be at the Walker Art Center for the Local Jewelry Artist Mart in Medtronic Gallery. All proceeds support the Walker's artistic and educational programs. For more information click here.
Guthrie Theater - Costume Ball Gala
Saturday May 21 - Guthrie Theater Building MCC member Sheila Livingston, suggests a fun evening at the Guthrie Theater...the upcoming Costume Ball gala...complete with cocktails, dining, and dancing! Costumes are encouraged, but not mandatory. For more information click here.
Northern Spark Festival
Saturday, June 4, 8:55pm (sunset) - Sunday, June 5, 5:28am (sunrise); Stone Arch Bridge and other multiple locations.
For one night only, more than 60 regional and national artists together with the Twin Cities' arts community will display new art installations at public places and unexpected locations throughout the city. Directed and produced by
Northern Lights.mn, a Twin Cities arts agency. For more information click here.
Mill City Times
MCC members, Kim Eslinger and Dave Tinjum, have created a metro website devoted specifically to our neighborhood. It's a place to go to find out what's happening - whether it's a new restaurant opening, a local event, proposed new construction, etc. Check it out at: MillCityTimes.com
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Upcoming MCC Events
View our detailed April Calendar here!
View our detailed May Calendar here!
April 26: Last Tuesday Happy Hour - Members and guests learn more here.
April 26: Guthrie Play Reading: Arsenic and Old Lace --Members and guests learn more here.
April 28: Men's Coffee and Conversation - MCC men sign up here.
April 29: James Ford Bell Library Tour - Ricci Map - Members, sign up here.
May 1: Movie Night: Film Fest & Fun on Main Street - Members, sign up here.
May 2: Tai Chi Class - Members and Guests, sign up here.
May 2: Technology HelpDesk - The Rain and Shine of the 'Cloud': MobileMe, Gmail, Amazon, Google, etc. - Members, sign up here.
May 3: Ecumen Forum - Awakenings: Radically transforming Alzheimer's care - dialogue with an expert panel - Members, sign up here.
May 4: Social Bridge - Members, sign up here.
May 4: Menu Sampling - Masu Sushi Restaurant - Members, sign up here.
May 9: Great Decisions Discussion Group - Discussion GROUP Members, sign up here.
May 10: Sample Spain with a Sommelier - Members, sign up here.
May 13: Minnesota Genealogical Society Library Tour - Members, sign up here. |
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MCC Tai Chi
MCC launched a four class short introductory course for Tai Chi this week. Our Second class is Monday, May 2 @ 10:30am - Washburn Lofts Community Room, 700 South 2nd Street. Open to members and guests. Cost is $12 per class for members, $15 per class for non-members. Please let Linnea know if you would like to join us or learn more.
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MCC Ongoing Social Opportunities
Rendezvous on 5
Wednesdays, 9-10 am
Guthrie Theater
Level Five Express
818 S 2nd St
Drop in and join your friends and neighbors at this neighborhood haunt. Enjoy a cup of coffee and fellowship with other MCC members. This weekly adventure requires no reservations!
Men's Coffee and Conversation
Every other Thursday,
7:30 - 8:30 am
Nicollet Island Inn, 95 Merriam St.
See Upcoming Events for dates.
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.
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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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