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Executive Director Notes
Many of you know that MCC Member John Sten has moved to the Minneapolis Veterans Home, 5101 Minnehaha Avenue South. It's important to all of John's friends and neighbors that he continues to feel part of our Mill City Commons community. To support that commitment, I am developing a list of members who would like to become part of a regular visitor schedule. Please let me know by responding to this email if you would like to be on that list. Thank you! -- Linnea
You will find driving directions to the Veterans Home at the bottom of this link.
John is in Building 17, 3rd floor, Room 386-1
Cell: 715-699-3054; 3S Nursing Station: 612-548-5791; Portable Phone: 612-548-5905* When you call this number, a nurse will take the phone to John so you can speak with him.
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Social Bridge
Wednesday, August 17, 3:00 - 5:30 pm; 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.
MCC Members, sign up here.
Guests, email Linnea.
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MCC Men's Coffee and Conversation
Thursday, August 18, 7:30 - 8:30 am; Nicollet Island Inn, 95 Merri am 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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Celebrate the Metrodome's New Roof!
Saturday, August 20, 1:00 - 5:00 pm; 900 South 5th Street, Gates D or H
Celebrate the completion of the Metrodome's new roof and turf with an inter-generational activity and take home a piece of the old roof (first 3000 attendees)! Tailgating activities begin at 1:00 on the plaza with a monster truck demo. Activities inside start at 2:00 p.m. Games and activities will be occurring on the field -- team mascots and former players will be participating.
At 2:30 MCC Members will take a 30 minute tour of the Metrodome and join a 3:00 reception. Mayor Rybak will speak at 3:30.
MCC Members, sign up here for the tour and reception
Guests, email Linnea.
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Architect's View of Mill City Museum 
Sunday, August 21, 1:00 - 2:30 pm; Mill City Museum, 704 S. 2nd St.
Join John Stark, a project architect during the construction of the Mill City Museum after the 1991 fire, for a walking tour of the public spaces, discussing the discoveries and construction issues.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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The Cowles Center Backstage Pass
Wednesday, August 24, 5:00 - 6:30 pm; The Cowles Center, 528 Hennepin Ave 
The original Shubert Theater has been renovated to a stunning 500 seat theater. This is Minnesota's new home for dance! Join members and friends on stage for a cocktail hour and heavy appetizers catered by Crave Restaurant. Enjoy a dance demonstration and a rare backstage tour of the new Goodale Theater. Price is $30 per person.
MCC Members, sign up here.
Guests, email Linnea.
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Last Tuesday Happy Hour
Tuesday, August 30, 5:00 - 6:00 pm; Toast Wine Bar, 415 N. 1st Street
Join host and MCC Member Patty Connelly 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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Around Town
Chili Cook-off
Cooks of Crocus Hill, 877 Grand Avenue, St. Paul
Fancy yourself a chili-making expert? Have a great recipe? Here's a chance to throw your hat in the ring! The Three Stage Cook-off entry information can be found using this link. Attend the third stage October 23 and judge the finalists' chili recipes at the cook-off. Hurry...recipe submission is due by August 22!
Minneapolis History Pub Crawl: Trolley on Washington Avenue
Tuesday August 30, 7:00 - 9:00pm (trolley departs at 7pm)
Travel by trolley down Washington Avenue to see and hear about the importance of railroads, warehousing, flour milling, immigration, entertainment and vice to the story of the Mill City. The tour will stop at significant historic places and two watering holes in historic buildings. (Age 21 and up only.) Fee: $25/$20 MHS members. Drinks not included in tour price. Reservations recommended; call 612-341-7555, or www.millcitymuseum.org/tours
Minneapolis Bicycling Map
The City of Minneapolis now has a great map available online that includes extensive information of interest to bicyclists, e.g. bike route locations, Nice Ride kiosk locations, points of interest and street conditions.
Check them out at this link! Preserve Minneapolis 2011 Summer Walking and Biking Tours
Preserve Minneapolis is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Minneapolis by recognizing, preserving and revitalizing the architectural and related cultural resources of the City of Minneapolis.
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News From Members
Restoring hope to torture victims ... The Center for Victims of Torture in St. Paul, MN
An estimated 40,000 torture survivors live in Minnesota. MCC Member John Cairns and the CVT invite you to learn more about how hope is restored to thousands of torture survivors throughout the world, and to hear some of their stories. Join them on Tuesday, August 23, 5:30-6:30pm at Mill City Clinic, 901 S. 2nd Street for this unique opportunity. RSVP to rhughes@cvt.org or 612-436-4859 by Monday, Aug 22.
Harvest Moon Benefit Dinner by the Riverfront Annual fundraising event for the Mill City Farmers Market, September 11, 4:30-7:30 pm MCC Member Mary Racciatti would like you to know about this celebration of healthy foods and local farmers, to be held in the Mississippi riverfront between the Guthrie Theater and the Mill City Museum. The festive September 11th Harvest Moon Dinner, will include a reception, taste tantalizing dinner orchestrated by Market Chefs Nick Schneider and Heather Hartman, followed by a live auction and delightful dessert. For event and ticket information, click here. Note: Join Benefit Committee member Mary Racciatti at her loft on Sunday morning for coffee, nibbles and flower arranging. Please contact Linnea at 612-455-3329 if you'd like to help. If you're attending the dinner, and would like to help with set-up and/or clean-up, please contact Linnea for this, too. Vital Aging Network (VAN) upcoming course/program Evolve: Re-igniting Self & Community This is a leadership development program for 50+ adults who are interested in providing leadership for the common good. MCC Members Peg and Dick Kavaney want other members to be aware of the upcoming VAN course/program. For more information use this link, or call 651-917-4635.
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.
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Upcoming MCC Events
View our detailed August Calendar here!
August 17: Social Bridge; Members, sign up here . Guests, email Linnea.
August 18: Men's Coffee and Conversation; MCC Men, sign up here .
August 20: Celebrate the Metrodome's New Roof!; MCC Members and Guests
August 21: Tour - Architect's View of Mill City Museum; MCC Members, sign up here.
August 24: The Cowles Center Backstage Pass; MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
August 30: Last Tuesday Happy Hour; MCC Members and Guests.
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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
Thursday, August 18th
Thursday, September 1st
7:30 - 8:30 am
Nicollet Island Inn,
95 Merriam Street
Caffeine and camaraderie for the male members of MCC! This group meets every other Thursday 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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