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February 10, 2015
Executive Director Update
   

If you're new to Mill City Commons, you may not know that a popular MCC program is our Nosy Neighbor Tours. Members go behind the scenes to learn about organizations and locations in the neighborhood, exploring and being "in the know" about the latest happenings and innovations. At last week's program committee meeting, the subject of encoring past Nosy Neighbor Tours came up. We would like to know from our members which of the tours you may have missed that you would like to see scheduled again. Please email me (or reply to this email) your request as well as ideas for future Nosy Neighbor Tours you would enjoy. Thanks in advance for your ideas and helping us create a lively, engaging and interesting calendar of events!  -- Linnea 
Men's Coffee and Conversation
Thursday, February 12, 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.  This week Bob Callahan hosts on the subject of "Things your pals would like to know about you."  Here's a chance for each member to share a little bit about themselves and learn something you may not know about others! Click here for a list of possible subjects you could choose from.

Men MCC members sign up here; Guests email MCC.
Sunday Soiree
Sunday, February 15, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
The Carlyle Community Room, 100 3rd Ave S 
MCC members, join your friends and neighbors for the MCC Sunday Soiree hosted by Charlotte and Bill Davnie at the Carlyle.  Please contribute to the potluck by bringing a hearty hors d'oeurve or dessert.  You are welcome to bring your own wine or beer.  As you register, let us know what you will bring by answering the "Question" that will appear on the screen.

MCC members sign up here.
Webster School Coffee Talk
Tuesday, February 17, 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Davis Center, 1250 W Broadway, Room S1-433
Principal Ginger Kranz will share the latest about Webster School- opening Fall 2015, answer our questions and talk about opportunities for volunteering. Webster will be a community school - joining NE and downtown neighborhoods. The school will initially serve students from PreK-2nd grade. One grade will be added every year after 2015 until Webster is a PreK-5th grade school. Light snacks and beverages will be available. Room S1-433 is on the south end of the building on the first floor; Visitor Parking is on the north side of the building. Someone will be available to direct guests when they sign in at the front desk.

MCC members sign up here.
Technology Helpdesk
Tuesday, February 17, 4:30 - 6:00 pm
MCC Office, 219 Main St SE, Ste 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.

MCC members sign up here.
Social Bridge
Wednesday, February 18, 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, February 19, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
The Towers, 19 S 1st St, #B2501
MCC women and guests, you are invited to attend Our Turn: A Conversation for Women.  This group meets every other Thursday alternating between morning and afternoon times.  Madeline Betsch hosts and asks "Is there one decision you made that changed the course of your life (aside from selecting a partner)?"

MCC members sign up here; Guests email MCC.
Last Tuesday Happy Hour
Tuesday, February 24, 5:00 - 6:00 pm
Marvel Bar, 50 N 2nd Ave 
Join us for the Last Tuesday Happy Hour.  Catch up with friends and neighbors over drinks and small bites.  Dutch treat - no reservations required!  Ginny and Will Craig host at the Marvel Bar, just recently named "Best Cocktail Bar" by Mpls. St. Paul Magazine and a top rated bar in the U.S.  Try one of their custom cocktails, their weekly punch, a glass of wine or beer.  If you'd like to stay for dinner, make reservations upstairs at the Bachelor Farmer by calling 612-206-3920. 

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

MCC member Peg Kavaney wants members to know that there is an interesting documentary on PBS tonight (Tuesday, February 10) at 9 pm.  FRONTLINE's "Being Mortal" follows renowned writer and surgeon Atul Gawande as he explores the relationships doctors have with patients who are nearing the end of life.  The documentary will also be available online.

MCC member Cecily Hines invites members to a Baroque concert by the Sonomento group at MacPhail on February 15 at 6:00 pm.  For more information, click here.

MCC member Dick Olson invites members to the Caring for a Person with Memory Loss conference.  This free event takes place May 30 from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm at the University of Minnesota (or you can attend the conference via the online, live stream).  To register, click here.  Details will soon be posted on their website.
Around Town

Selections from The Struggle Series
February 14-March 22, Weisman Art Museum, 333 East River Rd
Peter Dallos: Selections from The Struggle series is concerned with two elemental conflicts that affect humankind: one struggle is the tension between Western civilization and the forces of nihilism and anarchy, the other is environmental destruction versus the reaction of the wounded earth.  For more information, click here.

Public Forum:  First Look at the Nicollet Hotel Block Project Design
February 16, 7:00-8:00 pm, The Depot Great Hall, 225 3rd Ave S
Join City Council Member Jacob Frey, representatives from United Properties and staff from Minneapolis Community Planning and Economic Development to learn details on the building's vertical lighting system, give your feedback on the project's green space, and see how the project will allow for streetcar integration. RSVP here for this free event.

Minneapolis Lantern Fest
February 21, 5:00-8:00 pm, Cancer Survivors Park, Washington & Marquette
Join the Minneapolis Downtown Council for the inaugural Lantern Festival, as communities around the world illuminate a winter evening while celebrating the promise of tomorrow.  Free and open to the public.  There are also free workshops throughout February to create your own paper lantern.  For a workshop schedule and more information, 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 February Calendar here

 

February 11:  Rendezvous on 5.  No reservations required.

February 12:  Men's Coffee and Conversation.  Members click here; Guests email MCC.

February 15:  Sunday Soiree.  Members click here.

February 17:  Webster School Coffee Talk.  Members click here.

February 17:  Technology Helpdesk.  Members click here.

February 18:  Rendezvous on 5.  No reservations required.

February 18:  Social Bridge.  Members click here; Guests email MCC.

February 19:  Our Turn: A Conversation for Women.  Members click here; Guests email MCC.

February 24:  Last Tuesday Happy Hour.  No reservations required!

February 25:  Rendezvous on 5.  No reservations required.

February 26:  Men's Coffee and Conversation.  Members click here; Guests email MCC.

February 26:  12,000 Years on the Minneapolis Central Riverfront.  Members click here.
 

MCC Ongoing Social Opportunities

 

Rendezvous

Readers' Book Chat
1st Wednesday of the month
Guthrie Theater Level 5 Express
   No reservations required.
The Last Runaway
by Tracy Chevalier

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 NEW community volunteer opportunities on the MCC Website!  
 

  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
 Feb 19 & March 5
This casual, dutch treat lunch alternates weeks with Men's Coffee and Conversation. No reservations required! Questions? Contact  Allan Burdick
 
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