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Executive Director Note
Next Monday is Labor Day and many of us will enjoy a long weekend. September 5 is the 117th year we've celebrated this National Holiday. From the Department of Labor website:
"The vital force of labor added materially to the highest standard of living and the greatest production the world has ever known and has brought us closer to the realization of our traditional ideals of economic and political democracy. It is appropriate, therefore, that the nation pay tribute on Labor Day to the creator of so much of the nation's strength, freedom, and leadership - the American worker."
The MCC office will be closed next Monday. Enjoy your holiday! -- 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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 MCC Men's Coffee and Conversation Group Thursday, September 1, 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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Nosy Neighbor Tour: Upper St. Anthony Lock & Dam Tour
Tuesday, September 6, 2:00 - 3:00 pm; Upper St. Anthony Falls Visitor Center, 1 Portland Avenue
The Visitor Center, which sits atop the lock and dam central control station, offers a fantastic view of the falls and the lock itself. From there we'll take a 30 - 45 minute walking tour and learn about the history of Upper St. Anthony Falls, navigation on the Mississippi and the operation of the lock structure.
MCC Members, sign up here.
Guests, email Linnea.
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Complimentary Technology Helpdesk
Tuesday, September 6, 7:00 - 8:30 pm; MCC Office, 17 4th Street SE
Get all those nagging technology questions answered and find out how to make the most of your technology at our complimentary helpdesk, staffed by MCC's tech guru, Andy Trawick! Andy knows MAC, Windows, and Linux and can deal with whatever issues you may have in your digital life. Linnea will confirm the time of your 20-30 minute one-to-one session with Andy.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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Social Bridge
Wednesday, September 7, 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.
MCC Members, sign up here.
Guests, email Linnea.
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"Gather" at the Walker 
Thursday, September 8, 5:00 - 6:30 pm; Gather by D'Amico, Walker Art Center, 1750 Hennepin Avenue
The new hot spot on Thursday nights is at the Walker. Gather by D'Amico is one of Minneapolis-St. Pauls finest restaurant venues, overlooking the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden and Loring Park with sweeping views of Minneapolis. In conjunction with the Walker's Free Thursdays, Gather serves small plates by guest chefs and cocktails at happy hour prices. Come for the art and stay for the fun!
MCC Members, sign up here.
Guests, email Linnea.
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Great Decisions Discussion Group
Monday, September 12, 7:00 - 9:00 pm; The Groveland Living Room, 317 Groveland
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. Discussions are centered on the Great Decisions briefing book developed by the Foreign Policy Association. This month's topic is The Caucasus. MCC Members Susan and David Plimpton host.
DISCUSSION GROUP MEMBERS, register here.
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Guthrie Play Reading: Much Ado About Nothing
Tuesday, September 13, 6:30 - 9:30 pm; The Guthrie 8th floor Learning Center, 818 S. 2nd St.
Is falling in love only for the young? The play centers on two couples; young lovers Claudio and Hero and middle aged Lord Benedick and Beatrice. In a world where everyone eavesdrops, meddles and minds others' business, Benedick's friends fool him into believing Beatrice loves him and the women do the same for Beatrice. Thus begins their inevitable and entertaining journey to finding true love late in life.
MCC Members, sign up here.
Guests, email Linnea.
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News From Members
Book Launch: True North Groups: A Powerful Path to Personal and Leadership Development, by Doug Baker and Bill George
McNamara Alumni Center, U of M, Thursday, September 1, 6:30 pm
MCC Member Doug Baker invites MCC members and their guests, to the upcoming book launch event where he and Bill George will introduce their new book. The event begins at 6:30 pm with a book signing afterward.
Harvest Moon Benefit Dinner by the Riverfront Annual fundraising event for the Mill City Farmers Market, Sunday, 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. The festive September 11th Harvest Moon Dinner will include a reception and a 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. Volunteer opportunity: Join Benefit Committee member Mary Racciatti at her loft on Sunday morning for coffee, nibbles and flower arranging. In addition, the committee is looking for volunteers to help with set-up and/or clean-up. Please contact Linnea at 612-455-3329 if you'd like to help and she'll forward to Mary. Author Nancy Paddock reading: A Song at Twilight: of Alzheimer's and Love The Loft Literary Center at Open Book (Performance Hall); Tuesday, September 20, 7:00 pm MCC Member Linda Willette has noted that this upcoming book reading might be of interest to MCC Members. Nancy Paddock, acclaimed Minnesota poet, has written a memoir that tells the story of her parents' near-parallel descent into the netherworld of Alzheimer's, and the challenges and choices for care that she and her sisters faced while confronting this baffling and tragic disease. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, and to register, click here.
Game Changers: Building Minnesota's Future with 50+ Talent
Continuing Education and Conference Center, U of M, St. Paul Campus, 1890 Buford Avenue; Tuesday, September 27, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
MCC Member Dick Kavaney passed along information on an upcoming summit on community engagement for older adults. If you have questions call Dick at 612-379-0493. The summit is free, registration is requested by August 31. To register, click here.
Nobel Conference 47: The Brain and Being Human
Gustavus Adolphus College, 800 West College Avenue, Saint Peter, MN; Tuesday and Wednesday, October 4 & 5 all day
MCC Member Ellie Hands shared this link to information about this annual conference. Learn how the braiding of neuroscience with the humanities, arts, social sciences, theology and engineering has empowered explanations of the motivations and operations of our daily activiites.
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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Around Town
Natural Step School of Tai Chi Beginners Courses
Open Book, 1011 Washington Avenue S
Complementary workshop, Sunday, September 4, 12:30-1:30 pm
8 Week Term starts Sunday, September 18, 10:30-11:30 am
4 Week Course starts Monday, September 19, 7:30-8:30 pm
Founder Colin Snow leads these classes. Click here for pricing and additional information.
Music Around the World - an Early Childhood Music Sing-along
MacPhail Center for Music, 501 South 2nd Street; Saturday, September 10, 10:00-11:00 am & 11:00-12:00 noon
We'll travel and sing about the people, cultures, animals and instruments from Australia to Japan and in between. Kids of all ages will get the chance to meet the musicians and try the instruments before and after each concert. Part of the Free Family Music Series. Click here for more information.
People Serving People benefit: 2011 Heart & Soul Gala
Nicollet Island Pavilion, 40 Power Street; Saturday, September 24, 6:00 pm
Get ready to dance the night away with a soulful nod to 1960's music! Enjoy appetizers, vintage cocktails, dinner, live and silent auctions. Live music provided by DJ Focus and The Butanes Soul Revue. 1960's attire strongly encouraged. Reservations are required. For more information, reservations, and ticket purchases use this link!
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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Upcoming MCC Events
View our detailed September Calendar here!
August 30: Last Tuesday Happy Hour; MCC Members and Guests.
September 1: Men's Coffee and Conversation; MCC Men, sign up here.
September 6: Nosy Neighbor Tour: Upper St. Anthony Lock & Dam Tour; MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
September 6: Complimentary Technology Desk; MCC Members, sign up here.
September 7: Social Bridge; MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea
September 8: 'Gather' at the Walker; MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
September 12: Great Decisions Discussion Group; Discussion Group Members, register here.
September 13: Guthrie Play Reading of Much Ado About Nothing; MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea. September 15: Men's Coffee and Conversation; MCC Men, sign up here.
September 17: Farmers' Market Lunch & Cooking Class; MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
September 21: Nosy Neighbor Tour of the Federal Reserve; MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea. September 21: Social Bridge; MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea |
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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, September 1st
Thursday, September 15th
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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