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August 19, 2014
Executive Director Update
 
This evening's discussion following the documentary "Alive Inside: A Story of Music & Memory" is at capacity, but I encourage you to attend the award winning film at your convenience -- it is showing all week at the Edina Cinema. (It previewed earlier this year at the Minneapolis/Saint Paul International Film Festival.) To see a short trailer for the film, click on the link in the program description below.
The topic of music and memory is also top of mind at MacPhail Center for Music. MacPhail is designing a unique and fun choral experience for people living with Alzheimer's and their caregivers called Giving Voice. The chorus will rehearse weekly on Wednesday mornings starting September 10th.  In addition to getting the word out about the opportunity to participate in its program, MacPhail is looking for volunteers to serve as greeters, recorders and singers to accompany those who may not have a caregiver available on a given morning. You'll find more information on MacPhail's website. No vocal experience is required -- only the love of singing. Sounds wonderful! 
-- Linnea
Movie and Discussion: Alive Inside 
Tuesday, August 19, Movie 4:45-6:00pm; Discussion 6:45-8:00pm   
Movie: Edina Cinema Landmark Theater, 3911 West 50th Street, Edina
Discussion: Karla Ekdahl and Peter Hutchinson's home, 1621 Mount Curve
Attend a screening of Alive Inside, an award-winning documentary film.  The film focuses on Dan Cohen, founder of the nonprofit organization "Music and Memory," who discovered that for people with memory loss, favorite songs are intact in a part of the brain that is still alive when all other communication and awareness seem irretrievably lost.  Watch as music makes blank faces and somber visages erupt into joy.  (There is no limit on the number, nor registration required, for members who would like to only attend the public screening at The Edina Cinema.)
 
There is limited space to convene at Karla Ekdahl and Peter Hutchinson's home for cheese, wine, and discussion after the film (sorry, registration is full for the discussion). MSP Film Society's Executive Director will kick off the discussion. 
 
Registration is now closed for the discussion.  Members and guests are welcome to attend the film from 4:45-6:00 pm.

Social Bridge

Wednesday, August 20, 3:00 - 5:00 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. 

Our Turn:  A Conversation for Women 
Thursday, August 21, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
The Landings, 510 River St
MCC women, you are invited to attend Our Turn:  A Conversation for Women.  This week's topic is "Mothers - are we the daughters they would have expected us to be?" Sylvia Kaplan hosts. 

 

Women MCC members sign up here; Guests email MCC.
Nosy Neighbor Tour:  MN Opera Center
Tuesday, August 26, 3:30 - 4:45 pm
Minnesota Opera Center, 620 N First St
In 1990, the Minnesota Opera Center renovated three warehouse buildings, totaling 50,000 square feet. Come see the scenic shop, costume shop, rehearsal hall, coaching rooms, administrative offices, and the storage facilities for scenery and costumes.  The expanded space has enabled the Opera to build a majority of its own productions, as well as build productions for other opera companies across the United States.  We hope to catch a rehearsal while we're touring the building!

Members sign up here.
Last Tuesday Happy Hour
Tuesday, August 26, 5:00-6:00 pm
Jax Cafe, 1928 University Ave NE
Join us for the Last Tuesday Happy Hour. Catch up with friends and neighbors over drinks and small bites. Dutch treat - no reservations required!  Anne and Tom Carrier host at Jax Cafe.  If you'd like to stay for dinner after Happy Hour, make a reservation directly with Jax Cafe by calling (612) 789-7297.

Members and guests welcome.  No reservations required!

Men's Coffee and Conversation 
Thursday, August 28, 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 conversation leader is Scott Parkin, CEO of Verve Realty, and an expert on downtown residential trends.

 

Men MCC Members sign up here; Guests email MCC.

News from Members

Do you have old home movies or photos that you'd like to be able to look at on your computer?  MCC member Peg Kavaney has found a local business, Memories Renewed, who specializes in digitally preserving video and photo memories.  Contact information can be found in our First Stop Guide/Service Providers/Computer Services on the MCC website.

MCC member Peter Gillette is coordinating a trip to Iran for MCC members.  The spots are filling up but MCC members still have precedence.  For more information on this exciting opportunity to see the Changing Faces of Iran, click here.
Around Town

 

Minneapolis Duathlon

August 24, 5:00 am - 12:00 pm, downtown and West River Parkway

Cheer on the Duathlon racers running and biking along the riverfront!  Please note that there are parking restrictions and road closures in effect all day.  Click here for a map of road closures. 

 

Breakfast with a Preservationist: Two Generations of Preservationists

August 27, 8:00-9:00 am, Mill City Museum, 710 2nd St S, ADM Room (6th fl)

Two preservationists a generation apart and from different professional backgrounds, architect Robert Mack, FAIA, and his son, writer Doug Mack, join us to discuss their perspectives on preservation.  This event is free and open to the public. 

 

Unhinged in the Haunted Basement

September 27-November 2, Soap Factory, 514 2nd St SE

This year in The Haunted Basement, Unhinged is an all-new adventure in terror in the basement of the Soap Factory.  A terrifying world will be presented where each patron chooses his or her own fate.  Explore sprawling, surreal environments and find surprises lurking behind each turn.  With no map, no guide, and no hope, where will you turn?  Who will you trust?  Tickets are on sale here.

 

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 August Calendar here
View the September Calendar here

 

August 20:  Rendezvous on 5.  No reservations required.

August 20:  Social Bridge. Members click here.  Guests email MCC.

August 21:  Our Turn:  A Conversation for Women.  Members click here.  Guests email MCC.

August 26:  Nosy Neighbor Tour:  MN Opera Center.  Members click here.  

August 26:  Last Tuesday Happy Hour.  No reservations required.

August 27:  Rendezvous on 5.  No reservations required.

August 28:  Men's Coffee and Conversation.  Members click here.  Guests email MCC.

September 3:  Rendezvous Readers' Book Chat.  No reservations required.

September 3:  Social Bridge.  Members click here.  Guests email MCC.

September 4:  Our Turn:  A Conversation for Women.  Members click here.  Guests email MCC.

September 7:  Sunday Brunch Soiree.  Members click here.

September 8:  Monuments and Memorials.  Members click here.  Guests email MCC.

September 8:  Great Decisions.  GD 2014 Members click here.

September 9:  Program Committee Meeting.
 

Looking for a healthy fitness program? Enjoy exercising with friends at one of

 

  Mill City Commons

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.

 

MCC Ongoing Social Opportunities

 

Rendezvous

Readers' Book Chat
1st Wednesday of the month
Guthrie Theater Level 5 Express
   No reservations required.
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou

Rendezvous on 5

Wednesdays

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  

Elsie's Restaurant,

729 Marshall Street NE

Caffeine and camaraderie for the male members of MCC! This group meets every other Thursday morning and is hosted by various members who get the conversation going.

Our Turn: A Conversation for Women 

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.

 

 
Ongoing Member-Led Activities

 

Men's B&BS Lunch
Elsie's Restaurant,
729 Marshall St NE
Alternating Thursdays at 11:30 am
Aug 21 & Sept 4
This casual, dutch treat lunch alternates weeks with Men's Coffee and Conversation. No reservations required! Questions? Contact  Allan Burdick

MCC Bike Riders 

Meet at Washburn/

Stone Arch  

parking lot 

Tuesday and Friday mornings at 7:00 am

 Several MCC members meet to bike a couple mornings during the summer. The ride covers about 12 miles in a little more than an hour.

For more details and to join the riders, please contact Ellen Breyer.  
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