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Executive Director Update
MCC Program Coordinator Patti Ries produces excellent articles on health and wellness in this newsletter every week. Please take a couple of minutes to check them out. She also includes helpful links to resources relating to the wellness topic.
We will be launching a Mill City Commons Healthy Village Series next month. More details to follow in next week's Musings! -- Linnea
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Social Bridge
Wednesday, August 22, 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.
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Nosy Neighbor Tour: Federal Reserve Bank
Friday, August 24, 11:00 am-12:00 pm; 90 Hennepin Avenue
 Minneapolis is the home of the Ninth Federal Reserve District. The tour of the Bank consists of a general overview of the Federal Reserve and a walk-through of the cash and check departments. You must register 24 hours in advance so the Bank may conduct a background check prior to the tour. Complete and submit their form via this link to register for a Friday tour. (If you need help, please contact the MCC office 612-455-3329). A photo I.D. is required for entrance. Please do not bring cameras.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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Last Tuesday Happy Hour & a Half 
Tuesday, August 28, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm; Psycho Suzi's Motor Lounge, 2519 Marshall Street NE
Join hosts Patty Canney and Rita Yeada for this month's happy hour. We're arriving early to find space on the patio (weather permitting). Catch up with friends and neighbors over drinks and small bites. Dutch treat!
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Men's Coffee & Conversation
Thursday, August 30, 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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Complimentary Technology Helpdesk
Tuesday, September 4, 7:00-8:30 pm; 17 Fourth Street SE
Schedule time with Tech Support Guru Richard Martin and/or MCC Executive Director Linnea Tweed. Richard will answer your nagging technology questions during our complimentary helpdesk. Linnea can help you navigate the Mill City Commons members only website. When you register, Linnea will confirm the time of your 20-30 minute one-to-one session. A reminder: Installing or upgrading software and creating accounts are not appropriate for the helpdesk since they exceed the 20-30 minute appointment time.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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News From Members
MCC Member Suzanne Joyce wants you to know about the production of Trick Boxing in Guthrie Theater's Dowling Studio through September 2nd. This fast-paced physical comedy is full of rapid-fire dialogue, high-energy dance numbers, puppetry and boxing. According to Suzanne, this is a "unique and exceptional performance"! Click here to learn more.
MCC Member Mary Racciatti would like you to know about the Sustainable Soiree Benefit Dinner at the Mill City Farmers Market on September 9, 3:00-6:30 pm. This annual fundraiser supports sustainable agriculture and Mill City Farmers Market's education and outreach programming. Come for a reception and spectacular farm meal, walk the "Green Carpet" for your photo op and participate in a live auction of unique and exceptional offerings! Click here for more information.
MCC Member Peg Kavaney wants you to know about the Big Gay Race Saturday, September 29 at 9:00am. The race was organized to fight the anti-marriage amendment. To learn more, click here.
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
Mill City Live is featuring an evening of outdoor music with the Roe Family Singers on August 22, 6:00-8:00 pm, at the Mill City Museum courtyard. The band blends old-time hillbilly sound with a rock and roll influence. Visit Mill City Museum before or after the show; the $5 concert fee includes admission to the museum from 4:00 to 9:00 pm. Food and drink is available for purchase from D'Amico Catering.
Minneapolis Riverfront Tour will be held August 25 at 1:00 pm. Walk the Minneapolis riverfront and learn about its dramatic past and bright future. A guide from Mill City Museum will lead visitors onto the Stone Arch Bridge for a spectacular view of the falls, the historic buildings surrounding it and downtown Minneapolis and will tell stories of the people who have worked and lived in the area and how it has changed over the years. The tour begins and ends at Mill City Museum where participants can visit the museum gallery (included in the price of the tour) and enjoy refreshments at the Mill City Museum Café. Fee: $14 adults, $12 seniors and college students, $10 children 6-17 and MHS members. Reservations required; call 612-341-7555.
Natural Step School of Tai Chi for Well-Being is presenting a free introductory workshop Sunday, August 26th from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Open Book, 1011 Washington Avenue S. Learn how Tai Chi can be a practical and enjoyable path to improve and maintain your health and well-being. Easy, accessible to all and made fun to learn. Space is limited and must be reserved by e-mail via this link http://www.naturalsteptaichi.com/classes/schedule.html.
Cultural Jambalaya is hosting a fundraiser on September 27, 7:00 pm, at Le Meridien Chambers, 901 Hennepin Avenue South. Come for an evening of lively conversation, inspiring images and festive music featuring T. Mychael Rambo. Cocktails and appetizers will be served along with a sneak peek of "Windows and Mirrors: Africa." Celebrate Cultural Jambalaya's recent accomplishments and learn about their exciting future plans. Tickets are $60 and can be reserved online by clicking here.
Minneapolis RiverCurrent publishes events and activities that happen along the river and informational events that happen elsewhere that have topics related to the river. To receive this email in your inbox weekly, send a request to mplsrivercurrent@gmail.com. You'll find the latest edition as a PDF attached here.
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 August Calendar here!
View our detailed September Calendar here!
August 22: Social Bridge. MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
August 24: Nosy Neighbor Tour: Federal Reserve Bank. MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
August 28: Last Tuesday Happy Hour. MCC Members and Guests.
August 30: Men's Coffee & Conversation. MCC Members sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
September 4: Complimentary Technology Helpdesk. MCC Members sign up here.
September 5: Rendezvous Readers' Book Chat. MCC Members and Guests.
September 5: Social Bridge. MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
September 10: Great Decisions: Mexico. MCC Members, sign up here.
September 11: Guthrie Play Reading: Tales from Hollywood. MCC Members, sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
September 13: Men's Coffee & Conversation. MCC Members sign up here. Guests, email Linnea.
September 13: Changing the Course of Cancer. MCC Members, sign up here.
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A note from Patti Ries, Mill City Commons
Program Coordinator
Did You Know?
In preparing Minnesota for the Age Wave, the Minnesota Department of Human Services, Minnesota Department of Health, and Minnesota Board on Aging collaborated to develop strategies to promote successful aging in Minnesota. One of these strategies is "Fostering Communities for a Lifetime." According to their report, Transform 2010, most older Minnesotans want to age in place in their homes and neighborhoods. Communities for a Lifetime are designed to support persons of all ages. Key elements of Communities for a Lifetime include: Accessible physical infrastructure including safe sidewalks, trails, transportation options and housing choices, social infrastructure including opportunities for social connections and civic engagement, and service infrastructure including access to information, resources, and services.
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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, September 5, 9:30-10:30 am
Guthrie Theater
Level Five Express
818 S 2nd St
Join us to discuss In the Garden of Beasts by Erik Larson. Marcia Townley will start the discussion.
Men's Coffee and Conversation
Thursday, August 30
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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