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April 15, 2014
Executive Director Update
 
Passover began at sunset last night and ends at nightfall next Tuesday. To all our Jewish neighbors we wish you all the joys of the Passover holiday. To all our Christian neighbors we wish you a joyous Easter this coming Sunday.
Shalom!  -- Linnea

Social Bridge

Wednesday, April 16, 3:00 - 5:15 pm

Stone Arch Lofts Community Room, 600 S 2nd St

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 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 beings immediately at 3:00 pm.

 

Members sign up here; Guests email MCC. 

Aging Well:  An Ongoing Conversation 
Tuesday, April 22, 1:30 - 3:00 pm
Fifth Avenue Lofts, 401 N 2nd St, #302
Join fellow members to discuss a topic picked by the host on the topic of aging well.  This monthly conversation is part of our Healthy Village Series, programming designed to support quality aging.  Susan Hartman hosts on the topic of "What has been the greatest non-health challenge you have faced as you have aged and what have you learned?" 

Members sign up here; Guests email MCC.
Men's Coffee and Conversation 
Thursday, April 24, 7:30 - 8:30 am
Elsie's Restaurant, 729 Marshall St NE

Coffee 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.  This week's host is Bob Whitlock who will be introducing Captain Brent McMurry, the commanding officer of the Navy Operational Support Center in Minneapolis.  Captain McMurry will discuss current threats to the Navy and its responses to them, as well as the role of the Navy in today's world.

 

Men MCC Members sign up here; Guests email MCC.

Try It!  A Special Sample Class:  SBS (Strength, Balance, Stretch)
Thursday, April 24, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
501FIT, 3rd fl, 501 Washington Ave
Do you have a "fear of gym" syndrome?  Curiosity about the SBS classes?  Come to this open and free Thursday afternoon class.  You may watch or join in an exercise or two and then enjoy a snack bar with the group.  The class is held on the 3rd floor. An elevator is available through the main building entrance.

MCC Members sign up here.
Last Tuesday Happy Hour 
Tuesday, April 29, 5:00 - 6:00 pm
The Freehouse, 701 N Washington Ave, #101
Join us for the Last Tuesday Happy Hour hosted by Marcia Townley, Mary Margaret MacMillan, and Larry Neumann.  Catch up with friends and neighbors over drinks and small bites.
 
MCC Members and Guests welcome.  No reservations required.
News From Members 

MCC member Mary Margaret MacMillan invites members to the MovementWise Kick-Off event Wednesday, April 16 at 6:30 pm.  Presented by the Cowles Center, MovementWise is a program designed for adults 55+ that combines movement workshops with arts appreciation and is an exhilarating continuing education program for the dancer in all of us.  For more information, click here.  RSVP by emailing Laura Schoenherr or calling 612.206.3641.
 
Several MCC members of the Men's Coffee and Conversation breakfast group are starting an "MCC Table" luncheon at Elsie's on alternating Thursdays.  No reservations, no program, Dutch Treat.  The first gathering will be Thursday, April 17, at 11:30 am.  
 
MCC member Dick Olson invites members to attend the "Caring for a Person with Memory Loss" conference on May 31.  This free conference will provide information, support, and education to adult children, spouses, parents, and others concerned with caring for persons with memory loss.  Pre-registration is required.  To register or see the conference details, click here.
 
Several MCC members recommend the MSP International Film Festival which runs through April 19.  Choose from over 200 films, panels, events and parties.  This is the largest film event in the region and includes feature length and short form narrative and documentary films from 60+ countries.  For information on tickets and films, click here.
Around Town

 

Spring Ephemeral Wildflowers at the River Gorge

April 26, 10:00-11:30 am, Mississippi River Gorge Park

Enjoy early spring wildflowers during a lovely hike with a naturalist at the Mississippi River Gorge.  The flowers won't be blooming for long, so see them while they last. Meet at the parking lot on West River Parkway and 36th St E.  $5 for Minneapolis residents.  For information and to register, click here.

 

A Choice of Weapons:  A Living Legacy Docent Tour

April 27 and May 31, 1 pm, Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St 

Join a student photographer for a docent-led tour of the exhibit "A Choice of Weapons:  A Living Legacy" on view in the museum's Mill Commons through June 8. The docent-led tours are free but space is limited so preregistration is encouraged. Museum admission will be available at a discounted rate of $6 (free for MNHS members).  For more information and to register, click here.

 

Art-A-Whirl

May 16-18, Northeast Minneapolis 

Presented by the Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association (NEMAA), Art-A-Whirl is the largest open studio tour in the country. It's a great opportunity to tour private artist studios and galleries, connect with the artists, and purchase original artwork.  For more information, click here. 

 

Mighty Mississippi Discovery Backpacks

Check out a free, fun Mighty Mississippi Discovery Backpack at Fort Snelling State Park.  The backpacks include everything needed to explore the park and the Mississippi River including activity cards, binoculars, magnifying lenses, bird calls, easy-to-use nature guides and more!  Click here to learn more about the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area.

 

Mill City Times

It's a metro website devoted specifically to our neighborhood and a place to go to find out what's happening, whether it's a new restaurant opening, a local event, proposed construction, etc.  Check it out at MillCityTimes.com.

MCC Upcoming Events 
                    
View the April Calendar here

 

April 16:  Rendezvous on 5.  No reservations necessary.

April 16:  Social Bridge.  Members click here; Guests email MCC.

April 22:  Aging Well:  An Ongoing Conversation.  Members click here.

April 23:  Rendezvous on 5.  No reservations necessary.

April 24:  Men's Coffee and Conversation.  Members click here; Guests email MCC.

April 24:  Try It!  A Special Sample Class:  SBS (Strength, Balance, Stretch). Members click here.

April 29:  Last Tuesday Happy Hour.  No reservations necessary.

April 30:  Social Bridge.  Members click here;  Guests email MCC.

May 1:  Our Turn:  A Conversation for Women.  Members click here; Guests email MCC.

May 5:  Technology Helpdesk.  Members click here.

May 6:  Milkweed Editions: A Local Publisher.  Members click here; Guests email MCC.
Mill City Commons   
Did You Know?
 
... how to cancel an event registration?
If your plans change and you need to cancel a registration, log into the website and  
1. Hover your cursor over your name and click on "Profile."  
2. Click on "Event History" under the Financial/Historical Data section of the page.  You'll see a list of events that you've registered for.  
3. Click on "Cancel" by the event that you can't attend.  
Screen shots to walk you through can be found on page 4 here.
 
...what the "?" floating on the right side of the screen is for?
Another great resource for getting help on the website is the "?" button on the right hand side of the screen.  When you click it, a screen pops up with helpful information about the page that you are currently viewing.  

 

The website is an excellent resource -- if you need help accessing it, please contact the office at 612-455-3329 or info@millcitycommons.org
 
 Thank you!
 
 

MCC Ongoing Social Opportunities

 

Rendezvous

Readers' Book Chat
Wednesday, May 7, 9:30-10:30 am
Guthrie Theater Level 5 Express
    No reservations required.
The Monuments Men by Robert Edsel
 

Rendezvous on 5

Wednesdays, 9-10 am

Guthrie Theater Level 5 Express

Drop in and join your friends and neighbors for fellowship at this neighborhood haunt.  This weekly adventure requires no reservations!

 

Men's Coffee and Conversation  

Thursday, April 24
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.

Our Turn 

*Thursday, April 17 *Cancelled

Relax and chat with other MCC women. This group meets every other week and alternates between morning and afternoon times. Look for details in the body of this newsletter.

 

 

MCC Ongoing Fitness Opportunities


SBS Class

                            Thursdays

2:00-3:00pm
501FIT,
501 Washington Avenue
Created exclusively for MCC, this class at 501F1T focuses on strength, balance, and stretching. 
First time participants, please contact 501F1T at 612-767-4415 and arrive 20 minutes early to complete paperwork. Cost varies depending on commitment.

  

  River Walkers

Tuesdays and Thursdays,

7:30-8:30am

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,

8:00-9:15am

Yoga Center Minneapolis, 212 3rd Ave N., Suite 205

This is an alignment-based class. 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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