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Executive Director Update
Are you dreaming about sun, sand and surf along with the warm temperatures to enjoy them? Members and friends here in our beautiful and frigid city this week will discuss both past and planned adventures to Cuba during our World View Series. You'll need to wear your cold weather clothes this week, but we'll visualize a warm weather future. MCC Member Patty Connelly hosts -- you'll find more details and the link to register below!
-- Linnea
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World View Series: Cuba
Thursday, January 24, 7:00-8:30 pm;
The Landings, 413 River Street
 More than a dozen MCC members are heading to Cuba in February. Other members have already returned from their trips to this exotic island. When Cuba was discovered by Columbus, he said: "This is the most beautiful land that human eyes ever beheld". We thought it would be fun to hear what our neighbors thought. Patty Connelly hosts.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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Intermediate Bridge Lessons
Tuesday, January 29, 10:00 am-12:00 pm;
Stone Arch Lofts Community Room, 600 South 2nd Street
 The intermediate to advanced lessons include reviews of less basic conventions (Transfer bids, 2 club openings etc.), the introduction of more intricate conventions (Michaels cue bids and Roman Key Card Blackwood as examples) as well as an emphasis on work with defensive signals and justification of the hands. These are just some of the possibilities and others may be suggested by members. Lessons run for six weeks through February 19. Lessons are $15 per session or six for $60.
MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
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Nosy Neighbor Tour: Minneapolis Club
 Tuesday, January 29, 4:00-5:00 pm;
Minneapolis Club, 729 Second Avenue South
Join fellow members for a tour of the recently renovated Minneapolis Club. The Club looked to a London hotel called The Connaught for design inspiration. The tour will end at the bar for happy hour!
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Last Tuesday Happy Hour
Tuesday, January 29, 5:00-6:00 pm;
Minneapolis Club, 729 Second Avenue South
Join host Susan Boren for this month's happy hour. Catch up with friends and neighbors over drinks and small bites. Dutch treat! No reservations!
MCC Members and Guests.
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Men's Coffee and Conversation
Thursday, January 31, 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. Bob Whitlock hosts this week and will be asking participants to give recollections on "Who or what: What person or event had a positive (or negative) impact on you"?
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Intermediate Bridge Lessons
Tuesday, February 5, 10:00 am-12:00 pm;
Stone Arch Lofts Community Room, 600 South 2nd Street
The intermediate to advanced lessons include reviews of less basic conventions (Transfer bids, 2 club openings etc.), the introduction of more intricate conventions (Michaels cue bids and Roman Key Card Blackwood as examples) as well as an emphasis on work with defensive signals and justification of the hands. These are just some of the possibilities and others may be suggested by members. Lessons run for six weeks through February 19. Lessons are $15 per session or six for $60.
MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
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Rendezvous Readers' Book Chat
Wednesday, February 6, 9:30-10:30 am;
Guthrie Theater Level Five Express, 818 South Second Street
Join us for our discussion of Grand Opening by Jon Hassler in which twelve-year old Brendan tells the story, set in 1944-45, that begins with his parents' decision to buy a run-down grocery store in a tiny Minnesota town. What they discover about small town idealism, bigotry and good old American values will change them and the town forever. Barbara Goldner hosts this month's discussion. This adventure requires no reservations!
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News From Members
MCC Member Cecily Hines would like you to know about "Two Gems from Beethoven and Brahms" presented by MacPhail's adult choral ensemble, Sonomento, and the MacPhail Chamber Orchestra on Saturday, February 2, at 7:30 pm at the MacPhail Center for Music Antonello Hall. Tickets are $12 for adults, children and students are free. A dessert buffet reception will follow. Reserve your seat in advance by calling 612-321-0100 or purchase tickets at the door.
MCC Member Peggy Lucas wants you to know about "Romance Dance" with the James Sewell Ballet on Thursday, February 14, 6:00-10:00 pm, at the Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts, 528 Hennepin Avenue. Enjoy a James Sewell Ballet performance, music, appetizers, live auction, dinner and dessert. To reserve tickets, call 612-672-0480 or email info@jsballet.org.
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
Mpls Photo Center
Enjoy the upcoming exhibits, "Picture This: What We Photograph", which strongly demonstrates a command of the craft of photography and firmly points to the medium's story telling capacities, and "Jennifer Bong: Love, Light and Beauty", an exhibit of floral portraits. See the exhibits through March 2 at the Mpls Photo Center, 2400 North Second Street. Click here for more information.
Sunset Snowshoeing on the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes
Snowshoe on the chain of lakes on Saturday, January 26, 4:30-6:30 pm, passing through canals and getting close to islands. Watch for wildlife as you tromp through the snow. Snowshoes provided; fee is $15 per person. Meet at the North Beach parking lot at Lake Calhoun on Excelsior Boulevard. To register, click here or call 612-313-7725.
Unfinished Spaces
Join us for a special screening of Unfinished Spaces on Saturday, January 28, 6:00 pm, at the University of Minnesota, Rapson Hall Auditorium #100, 89 Church Street SE. Unfinished Spaces is a documentary spotlighting Cuba's National Art Schools project, designed in the wake of Castro's revolution. The film explores the Cuban Revolution and its influence on the Schools' construction and shows the promise and the challenge of historic preservation in Cuba and the struggle to save the Schools before they are lost forever. After the movie, Bob Mack, a principal with MacDonald & Mack Architects and Adjunct Professor in the School of Architecture, will discuss his own perceptions of Cuban preservation and work at the Art Schools based on his visits in 2010 and 2011. Admission is $5 for the general public. For more information, click here.
Contempo Physical Dance
Contempo Physical Dance will premiere Batuque at the Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts, 528 Hennepin Avenue, February 1-3. Batuque explores the African origins and rise of samba in Brazil. Contempo Physical Dance aspires to be internationally recognized for its dynamic fusion of Afro-Brazilian, capoeira and contemporary dance. Click here for more information and to buy tickets.
BoDeans
Hear the BoDeans in concert on Monday, February 11, 7:30 pm, at the Guthrie Theater, Wurtele Thrust Stage, 818 Second Street South. The BoDeans are still rocking and harmonizing gracefully, exposing longtime fans (and their kids) to real, heartfelt and trend-free music. Click here to buy tickets.
A Wine Affair: Passport to Wines -- Part II
Join us for this very special wine dinner where we will be continuing our journey of tasting wines from around the world. We will turn our attention to Argentina, Australia and France for the dinner on Friday, February 15, 6:30-9:30 pm, at the St. Anthony Main Event Centre, 219 Main Street. Click here for more information and to order tickets.
Collide Theatrical Dance Company
See the upcoming production, Lot of Living to Do, February 14-17, at Southern Theater, 1420 Washington Avenue South. Enjoy this dance musical which follows the story of three women in a brothel in the 1930's and seeks to raise awareness for The Women's Foundation's Project, "MN Girls Are Not For Sale". Click here for more information.
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 January Calendar here!
View our detailed February Calendar here!
January 24: World View Series: Cuba. MCC Members, sign up here.
January 29: Bridge Lessons. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
January 29: Nosy Neighbor Tour: Minneapolis Club. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
January 29: Last Tuesday Happy Hour: Minneapolis Club. MCC Members and Guests.
January 31: Men's Coffee and Conversation. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
February 5: Bridge Lessons. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
February 6: Rendezvous Readers' Book Chat: Grand Opening. MCC Members and Guests.
February 6: Social Bridge. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
February 7: Complimentary Technology Help Desk. MCC Members, sign up here.
February 11: Great Decisions Discussion Group. MCC Great Decisions Members, sign up here.
February 12: Bridge Lessons. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
February 12: Guthrie Play Reading: Long Day's Journey into Night. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
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A note from Patti Ries,
Mill City Commons
Program Coordinator
Did You Know?
We are hearing a great deal about the flu season this year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
the flu virus is a contagious respiratory illness and is believed to spread primarily through
droplets from coughing, sneezing
While the flu refers to a respiratory illness, the stomach flu is typically caused by a norovirus which causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines and is highly contagious. According to an article by Caring Right at Home, symptoms of norovirus include sudden onset of diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, stomach pain and possibly fever, headache and body aches, with symptoms usually lasting one to three days. To recuperate, bed rest and plenty of fluids are recommended and watch for signs of dehydration including decreased urination, dry mouth and throat, and dizziness when standing up. The best way to avoid catching and spreading norovirus is careful hand washing and safe food preparation including thorough washing of fruits and vegetables, cooking foods to the recommended temperature, and disinfecting food preparation surfaces with bleach-based cleaners. Contaminated clothing and linens should be washed in hot water (above 140 degrees) with detergent and machine dried.
Stay healthy!
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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, February 6 9:30-10:30 am
Guthrie Theater
Level Five Express
818 S 2nd St
Join us to discuss Grand Opening by Jon Hassler. Barbara Goldner hosts this month's discussion.
Men's Coffee and Conversation
Thursday, January 31
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 and
Thursdays, 2:00-3:00 pm
501FIT
501 Washington Avenue
Created exclusively for MCC, this class at 501F1T focuses on strength, balance, and stretching. Please register by contacting 501F1T at (612) 767-4415.
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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