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Executive Director Update
Would you like to get involved in supporting some of Mill City Commons programs? Would you be interested in creating your own "Interest Group?" Perhaps a movie group or games (scrabble, etc.) group? We are researching how to best create fun and interesting programming that could be run by members. More to come... Let me know if you would like to help get this started. Peg Kavaney and Arvonne Fraser are looking for members' ideas on developing a Women's Coffee & Conversation group. You'll see their request for ideas under the "Did You Know?" column to the right. Thanks for your involvement in MCC! -- Linnea
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Nosy Neighbor Tour
Tuesday, July 30, 4:00-5:00 pm
The Woman's Club of Minneapolis
410 Oak Grove Street
The Woman's Club of Minneapolis has provided a splendid retreat for outstanding women and men since  1907. The current Clubhouse, built in 1928, has been designated by the City of Minneapolis as a Historic Treasure, and offers breathtaking views of Loring Park and downtown Minneapolis. From the lovely lounge to the grand ballroom to the inviting library, the Clubhouse boasts more than 66,000 square feet of impressive and intimate spaces. In May 2006, they celebrated the opening of their rooftop patio - one of the most spectacular spots in the Twin Cities, with unparalleled views of downtown Minneapolis and Loring Park. The tour will end at the bar for Happy Hour!
MCC Members sign up here, Guests email MCC.
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Last Tuesday Happy Hour
Tuesday, July 30, 5:00-6:00 pm
The Woman's Club of Minneapolis
410 Oak Grove Street
Join hosts Delia Bujold and Barbara Goldner for this month's happy hour. Catch up with friends and neighbors over drinks and small bites. Dutch treat! No reservations required!
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Men's Coffee and Conversation
Thursday, August 1, 7:30 - 8:30 am; 
Elsie's Restaurant, 729 Marshall Street NE
Caffeine and camaraderie for the male members of MCC! This group meets every other week and is hosted by various members who get the conversation going. August 1st, Scott Parkin hosts. The topic is "The Downtown Real Estate Market Update." Please register by the Monday prior so we can make accurate reservations.
MCC Members sign up here, Guests email MCC.
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National Night Out
Tuesday, August 6, 5:00-9:00 pm
Chicago Plaza, Chute Square, West River Parkway at Hennepin Avenue and other neighborhood block party locations
National Night Out is an annual nationwide event that encourages residents to get out in the community, holding block parties and getting to know their neighbors as a way to encourage crime prevention. It's a great way to promote community-police partnerships and enjoy a Minnesota summer evening surrounded by friends and family.
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Rendezvous Readers' Book Chat
Wednesday, August 7, 9:30 - 10:30 am;
Guthrie Theater Level Five Express, 818 South Second Street
Join us to discuss Franklin & Eleanor: An Extraordinary Marriage by Hazel Rowley. In this gr  oundbreaking account of their marriage, critically acclaimed biographer Hazel Rowley describes the remarkable courage and lack of convention---private and public---that kept FDR and Eleanor together. She reveals a partnership that was both supportive and daring. Most of all, she depicts an extraordinary evolution---from conventional Victorian marriage to the bold and radical partnership that has made Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt go down in history as one of the most inspiring and fascinating couples of all time. This adventure requires no reservations!
MCC Members and Guests
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Social Bridge
Wednesday, August 7, 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 Carol Jordan at 612-817-0466 or caroljordan@millcitycommons.org and she will assist you. Play begins immediately at 3:00 pm.
MCC Members sign up here, Guests email MCC.
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Healthy Village: To Fall or Not to Fall
Why is this happening and what can we do?
Thursday, August 8, 3:30 - 5:00pm
Fifth Avenue Lofts Community Room, 401 North Second Street
Learn about the effects of aging on balance and how to prevent falls. Hear from a panel of experts including Jennifer Jackson, Rehab Director for Gentiva Home Health Care, Jennie Delisi, Assistive Technology Resource Specialist for the Minnesota STAR Program and Elliott Royce, presenter on The Art of Falling.
MCC Members sign up here, Guests email MCC.
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Twins verses Cleveland Indians
Tuesday, August 13, 7:10-9:30 pm
Target Field, 1 Twins Way
Allan Burdick has reserved a block of tickets in Section 321, Rows 11-14, between third base and home plate with a great view of the downtown skyline. The ticket price is $23 per seat. Join us to cheer on the home team! Register to attend through the MCC website or by calling the MCC office - guests (family, neighbors, friends) are welcome. We have a few tickets still available.
MCC Members sign up here, Guests email MCC.
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News From Members
MCC Member Peter Gillette would like you to know about an upcoming Mayoral Candidate Series. This series is not a fundraiser or endorsement of one candidate by the hosts, but a chance for thoughtful voters to develop their first, second and third choice during Minneapolis' first ranked choice election for Mayor. The first event is Wednesday, July 17, 5:30-7:00pm featuring Don Samuels and hosted by David and Kate Mortenson at their home, 4600 Fremont Avenue South. The second event is Wednesday July 24, 5:30-7:00pm featuring Mark Andrew and hosted by Dean Phillips at the Phillips Family Foundation Office, 100 University Avenue SE. The third event is Wednesday, July 31, 5:30-7:00pm featuring Jackie Cherryhomes and hosted by Charlie and Julie Zelle, 1800 Knox Avenue South. And the last event is Wednesday, August 7, 5:30-7:00pm featuring Betsy Hodges and hosted by David Wilson and Michael Peterman at their home, 1950 Knox Avenue South. Please contact Kate Mortenson with questions at 612-385-6370 or katemort@msn.com.
MCC Member Jeanie Watson would like you to know about an inventive fashion show, Thursday, August 15th 4:30-7:00pm at Nami Restaurant, 251 First Avenue North. This show will benefit Interact, a professional-level visual arts studio and theater that supports the creative growth of artists with disabilities. Featuring the fabulous clothing of Local Motion and the one-of-a-kind art, artists and models of Interact. Adding to the creative atmosphere, the work of Interact's visual artists will be shared in unexpected ways. Tickets are $40 and must be purchased in advance as seating is limited. Appetizers and wine/water/soda will be served. Cash bar available. Call 1-800-838-3006 or use this link.
New MCC Member Holly Lewis' son, Sage, is an experienced and licensed Cuba tour guide and arts liaison. He is offering a People-to-People delegation to Havana and the Cuban countryside for Minneapolis friends November 1-8. Activities will include performances, museums, fine cuisine, and architectural tours. For more info, call Sage Lewis at 310-961-1574 or email at projectporamor@gmail.com.
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
Northeast Dog Parade Friday, July 26, parade starts at 6:15 pm Meet at Chute Park, University and Central One of NE's most popular events - the parade winds through the neighborhood with dog-themed prizes, refreshments and giveaways. Meet at Chute Park to mingle with other dog enthusiasts and owners. The parade will begin at 6:15 and route up on Hennepin Avenue, then back down to the riverfront for refreshments, doggie awards and delicious food to finish out the night. Be sure to stay and enjoy the rest of the evening in lovely NE Minneapolis! For information: www.northeastminneapolis.com/dog-parade/. Riverfront Festival at "No Name" Park
Friday, July 26, 6 pm - sunset
Sibley Street NE and Plymouth Ave Bridge
Introducing one of the first sites planned for development under the RiverFirst Initiative! Enjoy food trucks, beer and music. Learn about the Park's future layout, beach, wetlands and the planned reconstruction of historic Hall's Island. Sponsored by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board with support from the Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership. For details contact the Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership: info@minneapolisriverfrontpartnership.org, 612-465-87680 x212.
Hello Dolly! at Lundstrum Center for the Performing Arts Friday, July 27 at 7:00pm; Saturday, July 27, 2:00pm and 7:00pm; Sunday, July 28 at 4:00 pm. Lundstrum Center for the Performing Arts, 1617 North 2nd Street. Starring Timotha Lanae and featuring students of Lundstrum Center for the Performing Arts. This production of Hello, Dolly! will showcase the creative gifts, talent and hard work of Lundstrum Center students. Tickets are $10 in advance through July 23 at 612-521-2600 ext.820 Patty Lefaive.
Flow: Northside Arts Crawl Saturday, July 27 West Broadway Avenue from the River to Penn Avenue Since 2006, FLOW Northside Arts Crawl has become the premier art event in North Minneapolis. Highlighting the uniqueness of the Northside community, this free, family event is a unique collaboration between the business and arts communities that showcases artists of all ages from the North Minneapolis community. FLOW is a self-guided art tour featuring visual and performing artists showing at businesses, studios and organizations along West Broadway in North Minneapolis. For information: http://www.flownorthside.org. 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! View our detailed August Calendar here!
July 30: Nosy Neighbor Tour: The Woman's Club of Minneapolis. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email MCC.
July 30: Last Tuesday Happy Hour: The Woman's Club of Minneapolis. MCC Members and Guests.
August 1: Men's Coffee and Conversation: Scott Parkin presents Downtown Real Estate Update. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email MCC.
August 7: Book Chat: Eleanor and Franklin: An Extraordinary Marriage by Hazel Rowley led by Katie Searl. No reservations required.
August 8: Healthy Village: To Fall or Not To Fall. Community Room of Fifth Street Lofts. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email MCC
August 10: Preserve Minneapolis Tour: The Architectural Necklace.
MCC Members, sign up here.
August 11: Sunday Salad Soiree. MCC Members, sign up here. August 13: MCC Author Celebration: Judy Healey. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email MCC. August 13: Twins vs Cleveland Indians. MCC Members, sign up here, Guests, email MCC. August 14: MCC Board Meeting. Open Forum at 4:00pm.
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Arvonne Fraser and Peg Kavaney are in the beginning stages of planning an MCC Women'sCoffee and Conversation. They will be meeting in mid August to start brainstorming whatthe format will be, how often to meet and time of day.Ideas, suggestions, feedback is most welcome. - What format would interest you in coming to the Women's Coffee and Conversation?
- What time of day is best suited for this?
- Places where we could meet?
- Topics/speakers
Please email Arvonne/Peg at peg@kavaney.comGuaranteed to be interesting and fun!
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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 7 9:30-10:30 am
Guthrie Theater
Level Five Express
818 S 2nd St
Join us to discuss
Franklin and Eleanor: An Extraordinary Marriage by Hazel Rowley. Katie Searle will lead the discussion.
Men's Coffee and Conversation
Thursday
, August 1
7:30 - 8:30 am
Elsie's Restaurant,
729 Marshall Street NE
Caffeine and camaraderie for the male members of MCC! This group meets every other week 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 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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