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Executive Director Update
Next week Mill City Commons Chair Marcia Townley and I are attending a National Village Gathering in Oakland, California. The agenda covers a variety of subjects for Villages like Mill City Commons on topics from start-up to sustainability. I'm looking forward to meeting other Village leaders from across the country.
I fly out early on Friday to enjoy a couple of personal days before the conference starts on Tuesday the 25th. I will have limited access to email and voice mail Friday and Monday, but will be back online Tuesday.
The Mill City Commons' Program Committee is pleased to announce the November calendar. You'll find it under "Upcoming MCC Events" at the end of this newsletter.
See you soon! -- Linnea
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MCC Author Celebration: Doug Baker
Tuesday, October 18, 4:30 - 6:00 pm; Washburn Lofts Community Room, 700 South 2nd Street
Hear from MCC Member Doug Baker about his new book,True North Groups, he co-wrote with Harvard Business School Professor Bill George. Doug will share how they wrote the book, why they wrote it, and what's in it for you, the reader. Enjoy wine and cheese with friends and neighbors.
MCC Members, register here. Guests, email Linnea
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Social Bridge
Wednesday, October 19th; Stone Arch Lofts Community Room, 600 S. 2nd St, 3:00 - 5:30 pm
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. Plan to arrive early as we will begin play immediately at 3:00 pm.
MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
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Northrop Dance: Scottish Ballet's Song of the Earth
Special invitation for MCC Members: Meet U of M President Eric Kaler and Karen Kaler at an invitation only reception and the dance company at a post performance celebration.
Saturday, October 22, 6:00 - 10:00 pm; Orpheum Theatre, 901 Hennepin Avenue 
Northrop Dance kicks off its 2011-12 season at the Orpheum Theatre with Scotland's national dance company, Scottish Ballet. With strong classical technique at the root of all its work, the company presents a double bill featuring Sir Kenneth MacMillan's masterwork, Song of the Earth.
MCC members are invited to attend U of M President Eric Kaler and Karen Kaler's Reception beforehand at the Chambers Rooftop Lounge (6:00 pm, 901 Hennepin Avenue). There will also be a VIP post-performance wine and dessert celebration with the dance company at Solera, 900 Hennepin Avenue. Tickets are $66 each.
NOTE: Registration has closed for this event.
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Cooks of Crocus Hill: Chili Cook-off and Cooking Class
Sunday, October 23rd; Cooks of Crocus Hill, 877 Grand Avenue, 5:00 - 7:30 pm
This is t he third and final stage of the Cooks' Chili Cook-off. Ten recipes were selected and submitted to the judges and narrowed down to three. This last stage has the Cooks' team of professional chefs preparing the finalists' chili to the letter of the recipes. Attendees will sample the three finalists and pick the winning chili. In addition, Chili Cook-off attendees will enjoy a fall salad, cowboy cornbread and triple-chocolate brownies. Cost is $20 for a night of fun and food!
MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
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MCC Education Series: Great Teaching Really Matters
Monday, October 24, 7:00 - 8:30 pm; Winslow House Community Room, 100 Second Street SE
Hear MCC Member and Bush Foundation President Peter Hutchinson discuss the foundation's focus on education and why it is critically important to the future of our communities and the vibrancy of our local economies. While many factors play a role in educational success, the Bush Foundation has chosen to focus on teachers because evidence proves that effective teaching can make a bigger difference than any other in-school variable.
MCC Members, register here. Guests, email Linnea
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Last Tuesday Happy Hour
Tuesday, October 25, 5:00 - 6:00 pm; Aloft's xyz Bar, 900 Washington Avenue South
Join hosts Jan and Linda Willette 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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Nosy Neighbor Tour: Masonic Cancer Research
Wednesday, October 26, 1:30 - 3:00 pm; Masonic Cancer Research Building, 425 East River Road, Room 656
Join speaker and tour guide Christopher Pennell, Ph.D. for a  tour of the research center and his lab. Dr. Pennell will talk about the Masonic Cancer Center and the importance of cancer research.
MCC Members, register here.
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MCC Mens Coffee and Conversation
Thursday, October 27, 7:30 - 8:00 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, register here .
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News From Members
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities Benefit 'Twin Cities Treasures'
Saturday, October 29, 6:00 - 11:00 pm; Target Field Legends Club
MCC members Kathy and Al Lenzmeier are co-chairing this amazing benefit. They invite you to join them for this one-night only, multi-media exhibition, movable feast, and live/silent auction designed to bring the Boys & Girls Clubs to life at Target Field's Legends Club. The evening is devoted to highlighting the clubs and organizations that donate their time and talent. For more information, use this
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Retreat: 'Falling Upward: The Spirit of Retirement'
A Retreat at the House of Prayer in the City, Saturday and Sunday December 3 and 4, 425 Oak Street, Minneapolis
Patricia Blakely and Jean Freeman, long-time associates of MCC Member Doug Baker, will lead this retreat designed especially for men and women who are approaching or in the post career stage of life we usually call "retirement". For more information, use this link.
Chute Square Park - Be a friend - Help Renew a Neighborhood Gem!
MCC Members Lou Burdick and Ron Vantine are leading a group of neighbors who are raising funds to restore this historical park that brightens the corner of University and Central Avenues. To learn more about this exciting project and make a tax deductible donation, 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.
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Around Town
Two Trains Running by August Wilson
Penumbra Theatre Company, 270 North Kent Street, St. Paul
Showing NOW through October 30
In 1969 The Hill District is gentrifying. One-by-one businesses have closed and been sold away. Now they are coming for Menphis' diner, a makeshift home for a family of folks from the neighborhood. As the city tries to force his hand, Menphis decides he's willing to go through fire for a fair price. Two Trains Running is the heart-wrenching story of the fight for justice and the cost of equality. For information and tickets, click here.
Great NorthEast Pumpkin Grab
East Hennepin and Fourth Avenue, Friday, October 21, 4 - 6 pm
Get your Halloween spirit started with a neighborhood pumpkin sale featuring prizes and giveaways. Trick or Treat! Festivities will include a costume contest, food tastings, trick or treating at participating locations, free prizes and a gift bag for early birds. Click here for more information.
Family History Fair
Minneapolis Central Library, Pohlad Hall and adjacent areas; Saturday, October 22, 9:30am - 2:00 pm
Browse more than a dozen ethnic and special interest tables, connect with genealogy experts, and learn about exceptional family history resources at the Minneapolis Central Library. For registration and information, use this link.
2011 Gala for Bridging...basics matter
Friday, October 28, 6:30pm; Hilton - Mpls-St. Paul Airport/Mall of America
This fun and inspiring event offers guests an evening filled with live music, delicious cuisine, live and silent auctions, community success stories, and laughs with the evening's emcees - John Hanson and Elizabeth Ries - hosts of the television show Twin Cities Live on 5 Eyewitness News. For more information, use this link.
Discount Tuesday at the Movies!
Every Tuesday from September 20th through November 1st; St. Anthony Main Theatre, 115 SE Main St.
Located in the heart of the Historic St. Anthony Main area of Minneapolis, the St. Anthony Main Theatre is proud to present the latest and greatest in Hollywood and Independent cinema in the Twin Cities.
All tickets on Discount Tuesdays, $5 any show any time; $2 any size popcorn or soda.
Minneapolis Downtown Improvement District Calendar (DID)
The Minneapolis Downtown Improvement District web site has a calendar feature with lots of great information. To check it out, use this link.
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Upcoming MCC Events
View our detailed October Calendar here!
View our detailed November Calendar here!
October 18: MCC Author Celebration: Doug Baker; MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
October 19: Social Bridge; MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
October 22: Northrop Dance: Scottish Ballet's Song of the Earth; MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
October 23: Cook's of Crocus Hill's Chili Cook-off & Class; MCC Members, sign up here.
October 24: Education Series: Great Teaching Really Matters; MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
October 25: Last Tuesday Happy Hour, Jan and Linda Willette Host at w xyz bar at Aloft. MCC Members and Guests, No reservations required.
October 26: Nosy Neighbor Tour: Masonic Cancer Research, MCC Members, sign up here.
October 27: MCC Men's Coffee and Conversation. MCC Men, sign up here.
November 1: Nosy Neighbor Tour: Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. MCC Members, sign up here.
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Rendezvous on 5 -
Rendezvous Readers' Book Chat
Join the us the first Wednesday of the Month 9 am to 10-ish at
Guthrie Theater
Level Five Express
818 S 2nd St
An MCC member will facilitate a conversation around a novel they've chosen -- topics include aging or "getting old". Whether you've read the book or not, enjoy a cup of coffee and fellowship with other MCC members!
November 2
The book: Debra Dean's
The Madonnas of Leningrad
Delia Bujold facilitates a casual conversation.
December 7
The book: Charles Dickens'
A Christmas Carol
Barbara Goldner facilitates a casual conversation.
January 4
The book: Stewart O'Nan's Emily Alone
Mary Bednarowski facilitates a casual conversation.
No reservations required!
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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, October 27
7:30 - 8:30 am
Thursday, November 10
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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