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Executive Director Update
As many of you know, our tech guru, Andy Trawick, has moved to Dallas, Texas, and we are looking for a new resource for tech support. Andy has recommended a small company, Call That Girl, that he believes will service our members the way he did with remote sessions or an in home visit. Members have also surfaced a couple of names, and I am talking to them as well.
Call That Girl (CTG) is owned and operated by Lisa Hendrickson, and Lisa tells me around the metro area she is affectionately referred to as "the IT girl" or "that computer girl", hence the website: www.callthatgirl.biz . CTG originated in Minneapolis in 2003 as an at home computer repair company focused on supporting women users. Since 2007, Lisa moved into remote support. If a remote session cannot repair a computer, then a home visit is requested. Lisa says, "We are always looking out for your best interest and your pocket book!"
Lisa will be assigning Richard and Jason as her Mill City Commons "tech guys". She is also offering Mill City Commons members a 20% discount. Please identify yourself as an MCC member when calling. You'll find pricing here.
-- Linnea
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Authentic East Hennepin Avenue Walking Tour with Preserve Minneapolis
Saturday, July 14, 10-11:30 am; Meet at the corner of Main Street SE and East Hennepin Avenue (Riverplace)
East Hennepin Avenue, originally known as Bay Street, has always served as a curious dividing line between northeast and southeast Minneapolis. Join us to learn a brief history of St. Anthony Falls, walk the streets of East Hennepin, and hear gripping tales of the neighborhood's first families. Along the way you will view eight blocks of diverse architecture, assorted building rehabilitations, and hidden neighborhood art! Complimentary tickets for members who register on the MCC website by July 13; $5 for walk-ins and guests.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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Marcy Holmes-5th Street Southeast Walking Tour with Preserve Minneapolis
Sunday, July 15, 1:00-3:00 pm; Meet at the Woodbury Fisk Residence, 424 5th Street SE
The Fifth Street Southeast Historic District began as a scattered residential development in the late 1850s, and expanded on the edge of the pioneer milling town of St. Anthony. During the early years of St. Anthony and after the merge with Minneapolis in 1872, Fifth Street Southeast remained one of the finer streets of residence. Today the area contains combinations of large and small homes in a wide range of architectural styles; remarkably these buildings have great historic character despite their age(s). Join us to experience this wonderful historic district! Complimentary tickets for members who register on the MCC website by July 13; $5 for walk-ins and guests.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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World View: Travel Peru in NE Minneapolis
Tuesday, July 17, 7:00 - 8:30 pm; ArtAndes, Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson Street NE #285
Melanie Ebertz first traveled to Peru in the mid-eighties with an interest in textiles and hiking the villages of the Andes. She developed a great
passion, respect and knowledge for the culture of the Andean people, and built strong relationships with the PERUVIAN weavers. This led to the creation of ArtAndes, a small business devoted to the design and marketing of fine textiles from Peru and unique cultural small group trips. Her commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of those with whom she works resulted in the creation of Comunidad, a nonprofit organization committed to providing the people of the Andes opportunities and tools to sustain themselves through education and nutrition. Hear Melanie's story and meet Peruvian weaver Wilber Quispe at her studio at the Northrup King Building.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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Social Bridge
Wednesday, July 18, 3:00-5:15 pm; Stone Arch Lofts Community Room, 600 South 2nd Street
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 3:00 pm.
MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea
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Men's C offee and Conversation
Thursday, July 19, 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 at Nicollet Island Inn and is hosted by various members who get the conversation going.
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Minneapolis Warehouse District Walking Tour with Preserve Minneapolis
Thursday, July 19, 7:00-8:30 pm; Meet at the Truss Bridge on Washington Avenue west of 3rd Avenue North
Join us for this public tour and experience the district's many renowned commercial buildings, designed by the city's most distinguished architects. Structures in the Warehouse District represent a wide range of commercial architectural styles, from Italianate and Queen Anne to Richardsonian Romanesque and Classical Revival. This physical representation of the progression of tastes and styles is one the many significant contributions of the Warehouse District. Complimentary tickets for members who register on the MCC website by July 18; $5 for walk-ins and guests.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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Minneapolis Aquatennial Fireworks 
Saturday, July 21, 9:00-10:30 pm; Plaza area in front of the Whitney, 150 Portland Avenue
Experience one of the largest annual fireworks shows in the country right here in the neighborhood. Our neighbors at the Whitney have invited us to join them on their plaza. Please bring your own chair and refreshments. The Whitney residents will be having a potluck starting at 8:00pm. If you'd like to participate, please let me know when you register. Pre-fireworks activities and live music will begin at 6:00 pm along West River Parkway, between Portland Avenue and the 3rd Avenue Bridge.
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Encore! Nosy Neighbor Tour: American Academy of Neurology
Tuesday, July 24, 4:00-5:00 pm; American Academy of Neurology, 211 Chicago Avenue.
Back by popular demand! Join your neighbors for a tour of the new headquarters of the American Academy of Neurology, the world's largest association of neurologists and the largest trade association in the Twin Cities. Tour all five floors of this state of the art building, including the beautiful rooftop terrace and sensory garden.
MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea
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News From Members
MCC Member Lou Burdick would like you to know about the the upcoming Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program at the University of Minnesota. Classes will be held Thursdays, July 12-August 30, 9:30 am-12:00 noon at the Center for Spirituality & Healing, Mayo Meditation Room, 3rd Floor Mayo Memorial Building. Participants will learn coping skills and build upon their own personal strengths to offset the adverse effects of stress associated with health issues and daily stressors. Click here to learn more about this program.
MCC Member Suzanne Joyce would like you to know about the upcoming film series, Audrey Hepburn: Bona Fide Princess at the Film Society's St. Anthony Main Theatre. See "Charade", July 15-16, "Roman Holiday", July 22-23, "Sabrina", July 29-30, and "Paris When It Sizzles", August 5-6. Click here to learn more about this film series.
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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Around Town
Preserve Minneapolis Summer Walking and Biking Tours
The summer tour schedule is now available online, and this year includes some biking tours. These wonderful tours explore some of the city's most unique historic places. For the schedule by month, please use this link.
Minneapolis Downtown Improvement District Calendar (DID)
This DID web site has a calendar feature with lots of great information! It covers many downtown venues with current happenings and performers e.g. all of the theaters, Target Field, the convention center, etc. It's really a worthwhile site to keep in mind when you're looking for things to do downtown! To check it out, use this link!
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Upcoming MCC Events
View our detailed July Calendar here!
July 14: Authentic East Hennepin Avenue Walking Tour with Preserve Minneapolis. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea
July 15: Marcy Holmes-5th Street Southeast Walking Tour with Preserve Minneapolis. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea
July 17: World View: Travel Peru in NE Minneapolis. MCC Members, sign up here.
July 18: Social Bridge. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea
July 19: Men's Coffee and Conversation. MCC Members, sign up here.
July 19: Minneapolis Warehouse District Walking Tour with Preserve Minneapolis. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea
July 21: Minneapolis Aquatennial Fireworks. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea
July 24: Encore! Nosy Neighbor Tour: American Academy of Neurology. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea
July 31: Last Tuesday Happy Hour. MCC Members and Guests.
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A note from Patti Ries, Mill City Commons
Program Coordinator
Did You Know?
Social connections contribute to positive mental, physical, and emotional health. An article by Caring Right at Home correlates loneliness with increased blood pressure, sleep disorders, depression, dementia, and a variety of other chronic health issues. As we age, we may encounter life changes that contribute to social isolation including the loss of loved ones, the loss of driving ability, long-distance family relationships, or a decreased level of confidence related to health issues such as arthritis, stroke, incontinence, depression, or memory loss. Intentional efforts to maintain social engagement promote wellness in aging. Ongoing social connections, transportation options, supportive services in the home, and assistive devices can help to keep older adults socially engaged. Click here to read the full article by Caring Right at Home.
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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!
Rendezvous Readers' Book Chat
Wednesday, August 1 9:30-10:30 am
Guthrie Theater
Level Five Express
818 S 2nd St
Join us to discuss The Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford. Delia and Tyrone Bujold will start the discussion.
Men's Coffee and Conversation
Thursday, July 19
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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