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January 13, 2015
Executive Director Update
 
Thursday night, MCC Members Peggy and Dave Lucas are hosting a program on the National Senior Games coming to the Twin Cities in July. Thirteen thousand
senior athletes from around the country will be competing, including our own MCC Members Penny Hunt and Penny Winton! Most of the competition will be taking place at the University of Minnesota. It will be great fun!! Dave Mona is co-chair of the games and will share his knowledge about what to expect -- he is very involved and has visited a previous host city. There will be lots of volunteer opportunities. For more details and to register, see below. Thanks!  -- Linnea
Technology Helpdesk 
Tuesday, January 13, 4:30 - 6:00 pm
MCC Office, 219  Main St SE, Suite 401  
Schedule time with a Tech Support Guru from Backpack Tactics and have your nagging technology questions answered during our complimentary Helpdesk. Backpack Tactics can provide support for both Apple products and PCs.  When you register, MCC will confirm the time of your 20-30 minute one-to-one session. Reminder:  Installing or upgrading software and creating accounts cannot be included in the Helpdesk session, as they exceed the allotted appointment time.
 
Sorry, registration is closed.
Men's Coffee and Conversation
Thursday, January 15, 7:30 - 8:30 am
Elsie's Restaurant, 729 Marshall St 
Caffeine and camaraderie for the male members of MCC! This groups meets every other Thursday and is hosted by various members who get the conversation going. Please register by the Monday prior to  Men's Coffee and Conversation.  Rollie Minda hosts the first meeting of the New Year.  His discussion will feature stories about the Minda family's involvement at Temple Israel, including what it was like to be a "preacher's kid."

Men MCC members sign up here; Guests email MCC.
At the Movies:  Driving Miss Daisy
Thursday, January 15, 1:30 - 4:00 pm
North Star Lofts, 117 Portland Ave, #602
Driving Miss Daisy tells the story of a strong-willed Atlanta matron and her patient but equally determined chauffeur.  For two different people, they have a lot in common.  The bumpy road they travel leads to the friendship of a lifetime.  Jessica Tandy and Morgan Freeman star in this award-winning film.  If you'd like to watch the movie on your own, join us for the discussion at 3:15.

MCC members sign up here.
National Senior Games
Thursday, January 15, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Stone Arch Lofts, 600 S 2nd St, #701 
Join the Co-Chair of the 2015 National Senior Games, Dave Mona, for an informative program on the July event.  The Twin Cities is hosting 13,000 50+ athletes from around the country from July 3-16 as they compete in the National Senior Games.  Several MCC members have qualified to complete! Learn more about the event and how MCC members can get involved as volunteers, as many of the events will take place at the University.  Peggy and Dave Lucas host.  

MCC members sign up here.
Sunday Soiree
Sunday, January 18, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
North Star Lofts, 117 Portland Ave, #702 
Join your friends and neighbors for the MCC Sunday Soiree hosted by Barbara and Mike Goldner.  Please contribute to the potluck by bringing a hearty hors d'oeurve or dessert.  You are welcome to bring your own white wine or beer.  As you register, let us know what you will bring by answering the "Question" that will appear on the screen. Sunday Soirees are for members only.

MCC members sign up here.
Author Celebration:  Paul Mohrbacher
Tuesday, January 20, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Stone Arch Lofts, 600 S 2nd St, #103 
Brothers, a novel by Minnesota author Paul Mohrbacher, delves into the relationship of sixty-something siblings who have been estranged for several years. Once close, their different life choices drew them apart.  For all its seriousness and what could be a dark tale, in Mohrbacher's adept hands it turns into "a romp, a lark" says Mary Logue, local author, "Brothers is truly a gem of a story, their raucous and rare reunion is one you will never forget."  Paul Mohrbacher is an authentic storyteller who is not afraid to challenge orthodoxy.  John and Laura Crosby host.

MCC members sign up here.
Social Bridge
Wednesday, January 21, 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 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.
Our Turn: A Conversation for Women 
Thursday, January 22, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Location to be determined 
MCC women, you are invited to attend Our Turn: A Conversation for Women.  This group meets every other Thursday alternating between morning and afternoon times. If you'd like to host an Our Turn, please contact Linnea Tweed.

MCC women sign up here; Guests email MCC.
Last Tuesday Happy Hour
Tuesday, January 27, 5:00 - 6:00 pm
Monte Carlo, 219 3rd Ave N
Join us for the Last Tuesday Happy Hour.  Catch up with friends and neighbors over drinks and small bites.  Dutch treat - no reservations required!  Delia and Tyrone host at the Monte Carlo.  If you would like to stay for dinner, make reservations directly with the Monte Carlo by calling (612) 333-5900.

MCC members and guests.  No reservations required.
News from Members

MCC member Merle Minda invites members to attend the Riverfront Vitality Forum "Minneapolis After the Lock" on Thursday, January 22, at the Mill City Museum from 6:00-7:30 pm.  Discussion will include the opportunities and changes in river management that can be anticipated once the St. Anthony Main lock is closed in June to stop the spread of invasive carp upriver.  Admission is free but registration is requested and can be completed here.
Around Town

Uruguay Study Exhibition
January 20-31, Regis Center for Art, Quarter Gallery, 405 21st Ave S
Group exhibition of students who studied studio art as a part of the Uruguay exchange program at the Escuela Bellas Artes of the Universidad de la Republica in Montevideo, the capital city and chief port of Uruguay.  

WonderWomen
January 20-February 14, Regis Center for Art, 405 21st Ave S
February 14, 7:00-10:00 pm, Public Reception and Fashion Show, 405 21st Ave S
WonderWomen is a group exhibition at the Katherine E. Nash Gallery of work by women artists inspired or influenced by comics, animation or popular culture, and related screenings of work by women filmmakers presented by the Film Society of Minneapolis St. Paul.  Exhibits feature work in all media, including moving images, fashion and non-traditional media.

 

The Unsinkable Molly Brown

February 12-15 and February 19-March 8, various locations

Ten Thousand Things presents a re-imagining of this classic American rags-to-riches story of a woman who can't decide whether money or love is more important.  Paid public performances at Bedlam Theater, Open Book and Plymouth Congregational Church.  For more information and to purchase tickets, click 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 January Calendar here

 

January 13:  Technology Helpdesk.  Members click here.

January 14:  Rendezvous on 5.  No reservations required.

January 15:  Men's Coffee and Conversation.  Members click here; Guests email MCC.

January 15:  At the Movies:  Driving Miss Daisy.  Members click here.

January 15:  National Senior Games.  Members click here.

January 18:  Sunday Soiree.  Members click here.

January 20:  Author Celebration: Paul Mohrbacher.  Members click here.

January 21:  Rendezvous on 5.  No reservations required.

January 21:  Social Bridge.  Members click here; Guests email MCC.

January 22:  Our Turn: A Conversation for Women.  Members click here; Guests email MCC.

January 27:  Last Tuesday Happy Hour.  No reservations required!

February 4:  Rendezvous Readers' Book Chat.  No reservations required.

February 4:  Social Bridge.  Members click here; Guests email MCC.

  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 of 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.

 
Ongoing Member-Led Activities

 

Men's B&BS Lunch
Elsie's Restaurant,
729 Marshall St NE
Alternating Thursdays at 11:30 am
 Jan 22 & Feb 5
This casual, dutch treat lunch alternates weeks with Men's Coffee and Conversation. No reservations required! Questions? Contact  Allan Burdick
 

MCC Ongoing Social Opportunities

 

Rendezvous

Readers' Book Chat
1st Wednesday of the month
Guthrie Theater Level 5 Express
   No reservations required.
The Orphan Train by
Christina Baker Kline

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.

 

 
Volunteer Opportunities 
 
 Click here for community volunteer opportunities on the MCC Website!  
 
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