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Executive Director Update
We're having a busy week with several very interesting programs and a board meeting tomorrow. The Board of Directors includes an Open Forum on the agenda at 4:00pm for members to attend the meeting and share their ideas for making Mill City Commons the best possible "Village for a Lifetime!" We are a membership driven organization and appreciate your ideas and involvement. Please join the board at 4:00pm Wednesday at Stone Arch Lofts community room, 600 South 2nd Street, and get involved! You'll find details on upcoming programming below. The May calendar will be in next week's Mill City Musings. See you at an upcoming event! -- Linnea
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Making Advance Care Planning Choices: It's a Conversation that Matters!
Tuesday, April 9, 3:30 - 5:00 pm;
Winslow House Community Room, 100 Second Street SE
Join Dr. J. Milo Meland, Honoring Choices® Minnesota Physician Ambassador, to learn about the Honoring Choices® Minnesota health care directive and advance care planning. Why use the Honoring Choices® health care directive? What does an advance care planning conversation look like? Where can I find additional resources on Honoring Choices® Minnesota? Family members of Mill City Commons are welcome to attend this event. Ellie Hands hosts.
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Men's Coffee and Conversation
Thursday, April 11, 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. Host Peter Levine has invited Martin Sabo to join us for a discussion on the federal budget.
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Guthrie Theater: Celebrating 50 Years
 Thursday, April 11, 5:00 - 6:30 pm;
The Humboldt, 750 South Second Street #802
Join us for an informal gathering over wine and hors d'oeuvres featuring special guest, Sally Wingert, whose career on the Guthrie stage spans more than 75 productions. As cohost of
BEHOLD, the Guthrie's 50th anniversary gala performance on June 22, Sally will share her experiences from her life as an actor with the renowned theater and details about the exciting 50th celebration to come. Kathy and Allen Lenzmeier and Mary and Tom Racciatti cohost this MCC event.
MCC Members, sign up here.
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Social Bridge
Wednesday, April 17, 3:00 - 5:15 pm;
Stone Arch Lofts Community Room, 600 South Second 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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Photography Exhibit: Beauty, Heart & Spirit
Thursday, April 18, 5:00 - 7:00 pm;
Photography at the Center, 2400 North Second Street
(Take the elevator to the second floor)
 Tour an exquisite photography exhibit by Edward S. Curtis who created "an irreplaceable photographic and ethnographic record of more than 80 of North America's native nations - a record published between 1907 and 1930." This collection of photographs was collected by Christopher Cardozo who will be presenting the story of Mr. Curtis. We will start with a tour of the exhibit from 5:00-5:30. Join us early for refreshments and social time. Mr. Cardozo will present the history of the photographer and artwork at 5:30 followed by Q&A.
MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
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Sunday Soup Soiree
 Sunday, April 21, 5:00 - 7:00 pm;
Washburn Lofts, 700 South Second Street #61
Join your friends and neighbors for a soup soiree hosted by Mary and Keith Bednarowski. Let us know if you will be bringing your favorite soup, salad, bread, cookies or bars to share. Please write what you choose to bring in the notes section when you register. Thank you!
MCC Members, sign up here.
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I Have an Advance Directive, Now What?
Tuesday, April 23, 3:30 - 5:00 pm;
Winslow House Community Room, 100 Second Street SE
Join Ethics Consultant for the Biomedical Ethics Committee at Hennepin County Medical Center, Ann Labree Russell, JD, LMSW, as she explains POLST (provider orders for life sustaining treatment) and how to utilize this tool for you and your loved one's end of life choices. Members' children and family members are welcome to attend. Ellie Hands hosts.
MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
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News From Members
MCC Member Laura Crosby would like you to know about Frag-ment, an exhibition by A.I.R. Gallery's national and international members. Curated by Jill Conner, this exhibit includes works by Laura Crosby and other exceptional artists from around the world. This exhibition will be on view from April 4-27 at the A.I. R. Gallery in Brooklyn, New York. Click here to learn more.
MCC Member Karla Ekdahl wants you to know about the 2013 Minneapolis St. Paul
International Film Festival, April 11-28, at the St. Anthony Main Theatre. The Festival launches on Thursday, April 11 with a special screening of the newest of Ken Loach's jewels,
The Angels' Share.
This must-see film by England's leading filmmaker will sell out quickly so get there early. The Festival continues over two weeks, presenting an exciting slate of 185 films from some 60 countries.
Films for every taste and sensibility, with themes as wide-ranging as music from the 60's, Shakespeare, exile, the environment, Hollywood, love and eternal life...and much more. For more information, click here.
MCC Members Bob Callahan and Carol Jordan would like you to know about an upcoming fundraising event on Friday May 17th at the Minneapolis Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall. The Friends of Minneapolis Central are holding this event, Treasures from the Stacks, to benefit the Children's Library. There will be 'Behind the Scenes' tours of Special Collections and the Children's Library, music from the library's collections by Maria Jette and Dan Chouinard, as well as wine and hors d'oeuvres. Tickets are $35 per person. For more information and to reserve tickets, please use this link. Please reserve by May 1.
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
Adult Birding Series: Heron Homecoming
It's spring, and the great blue herons are back! Join Three Rivers Park District for their homecoming, learn about their lives, and see a photo journal of their travels. Visit the heron rookery to view these amazing long-legged birds as they rebuild their nests and settle in for the summer. Bring binoculars or borrow ours. Meet at the Carl Kroening Interpretive Center, 4900 Mississippi Court on April 13. Bring your own bike to ride to the rookery, 9:30 am-12:00 pm, or hop on our shuttle, 2:00-3:30 pm, and we'll give you a lift to the rookery. Click here to reserve a spot; reference #216917-06 to bike or #216917-07 to ride the shuttle bus. The fee is $5 per person for either program.
Cultural Landscapes, Design and Historic Preservation
Revealing the opportunities and constraints in converging disciplines, this University
of Minnesota College of Design lecture by Charles Birnbaum will focus on the
segmented divide between design/historic preservation and nature/culture - and
how this information is consumed by the public. The lecture will be held on Monday, April 15, 6:00-8:00 pm, at the University of Minnesota College of Design, Room 100, Rapson Hall, 89 Church Street SE. For more information, click here.
State of the River Presentation
How is our Mississippi River? Is it okay to swim in? To eat the fish? Should I worry about Asian carp? How are the eagles? The National Park Service and Friends of the Mississippi River have collaborated to provide some answers in the form of a "State of the River Report." Click here to access the report. The report's authors, Lark Weller and Trevor Russell, will present the report on Thursday, April 17, 7:00-8:00 pm, at Minnehaha Academy Chapel (North Campus), 3100 West River Parkway. While strongly supported by science, the report is presented in a non-technical manner for the general public. It highlights 13 key indicators of water quality and river health in the metro Mississippi River. A Stewardship Guide of river friendly tips for home, yard and community practices will also be available at the presentation. Sponsored by Longfellow Community Council's River Gorge Committee, the event is free and open to the public. Park in the east lot (access lot from 32nd Street South) and enter at the clock tower door. For more information, contact Lyndon Torstenson at 651-293-8426.
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 April Calendar here!
April 9: Making Advance Care Planning Choices: It's a Conversation that Matters! MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
April 11: Men's Coffee and Conversation. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
April 11: Guthrie Theater: Celebrating 50 Years. MCC Members, sign up here.
April 17: Social Bridge. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
April 18: Photography Exhibit: Beauty, Heart & Spirit. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
April 21: Sunday Soup Soiree. MCC Members, sign up here.
April 23: I Have an Advance Directive, Now What? MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
April 25: Men's Coffee and Conversation. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email Linnea.
April 30: Last Tuesday Happy Hour: Legends Bar and Grill. MCC Members and Guests.
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A note from Patti Ries,
Mill City Commons
Program Coordinator
Did You Know?
April 16th has been designated as National Healthcare Decisions Day to raise awareness of advance care planning options. Click here to learn more and to access information, resources and a short video on this topic. It is important to think about and share your end of life beliefs and wishes with your family members or friends. Mill City Commons is providing two programs this month related to advance care planning. Come and learn more!
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MCC Ongoing Social Opportunities
Rendezvous on 4
Mondays, 3:30-4:30 pm
MCC Office
219 Main Street SE
Suite 401
Drop in and join your friends and neighbors for a casual chat at the MCC office in St. Anthony Main. Coffee and tea are available, but feel free to bring your own beverage. This adventure requires no reservations!
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, May 1
9:30-10:30 am
Guthrie Theater
Level Five Express
818 S 2nd St
Join us to discuss Main Street
by Sinclair Lewis. Katie Searl starts the conversation.
Men's Coffee and Conversation
Thursday, April 11
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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