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March 3, 2015
Executive Director Update
 
Are you curious, organized and an aspiring writer?  We're looking for you!  We have an MCC Volunteer Opportunity for 2-3 members to assist in gathering facts and writing descriptions for some of our monthly events. No long term commitment required -- just an interest in helping MCC provide membership with innovative programming. Consider selecting a specific area of interest such as Cultural Events, Nosy Neighbor Tours or other one time programs. Time required: whatever your schedule permits. Interested? Please reply to me via this email. Looking forward to any and all queries. Thank you!  -- Linnea 
Rendezvous Readers' Book Chat
Wednesday, March 4, 9:30 - 10:30 am
Guthrie Theater Level 5 Express, 818 S 2nd St
Join us to discuss The Last Runaway by Tracy Chevalier, a novel about the power of bravery, friendship, and perseverance.  For a modest English Quaker in 1850, life is a trial.  Untethered from the moment she leaves England, fleeing personal disappointment, Honor Bright is forced by family tragedy to rely on strangers in an alien, untamed landscape.  Drawn into the clandestine activities of the Underground Railroad, a network helping runaway slaves escape to freedom, Honor befriends two exceptional people who embody the startling power of defiance.  Eventually she must decide if she too can act on what she believes in, whatever the personal cost. 

MCC members and guests.  No reservations required.
Social Bridge
Wednesday, March 4, 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, March 5, 9:30 - 11:00 am
RiverWest Community Room, 401 S 1st St 
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.  Marilyn Broussard hosts on the topic of "Talk Back:  We Can All Be Pundits."  Are there times when you want to talk back to news commentators, opinion writers or politicians about an issue because you could make better arguments supporting an issue or feel they're engaging in the wrong conversation about a news item or ignoring topics that deserve more attention?  Come and share your opinions!

MCC members sign up here; Guests email MCC.

Great Decisions
Monday, March 9, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

The Towers Garden Room, 15 S 1st St 

The idea of "privacy" has undergone significant changes in the digital age, as has the idea of privacy "harm."  Fearful of British spying, influence and intervention, the founding fathers granted citizens significant protections in the Constitution.  Legislation, both at home and abroad, hasn't kept pace with technological developments, leaving some wondering if privacy as we know it is long dead.  Guest speaker, Jane E. Kirtley, is the Silha Professor of Media Ethics and Law at the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Minnesota.  Prior to coming to Minnesota, she was Executive Director of The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, based in Washington, D.C. She has received numerous national honors for her work.  Sorry, not open to guests; to join the MCC Great Decisions Discussion Group, email the MCC office. 

 

MCC Great Decisions members sign up here.

Men's Coffee and Conversation
Thursday, March 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's conversation leader is Bill McGrann, who has invited Hennepin County Commissioner Peter McLaughlin to speak.  Mr. McLaughlin will focus on the Southwest Lightrail Transit line and his role in establishing a successful transit system in the metropolitan area.

Men MCC members sign up here; Guests email MCC.
Sunday Soup Soiree
Sunday, March 15, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Cobalt Condos, 45 University Ave SE, #606
MCC members, join your friends and neighbors for the MCC Sunday Soiree hosted by Carol and Ron Vantine.  Please contribute to the potluck by bringing a soup, salad, 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.

News from Members
 
MCC member Carol Jordan invites members to the Global Conversations Program at the Minneapolis Central Library on March 11 from 5:30-7:30 pm.  Michele Garnett McKenzie of The Advocates for Human Rights will speak on Human Trafficking in the 21st Century.  This event is free but advanced registration is requested.
Around Town

Creative Mornings - Breakfast Lecture
March 6, 9:00 am, Weisman Art Museum, 333 East River Rd
Join WAM for breakfast and hear from Luis Fitch, Co-Founder and Creative Director at UNO Branding.  One of the most sought after and esteemed Latino artists, Luis has led award-winning branding efforts for top 500 fortune companies including PepsiCo, Target, Macy's and Nike.  For information and to register, click here.

Poetry Out Loud Semi-Finals
March 10 and 11, 10:00 am, The Loft, 1011 Washington Ave S
Join the Loft for a National Recitation Contest.  The morning and afternoon sessions begin with Regionals followed by Creative Writing Classes.  Poetry readings take place from 6:00-7:00 pm.  For more information, click here.

American Splendor: Panoramic Photos by Rich Frishman
March 13, 6:30-9:00 pm, Mpls Photo Center, 2400 North Second St
Come for an opening reception of American Splendor, as Rich Frishman engages in exploring the pre-apocalyptic vernacular landscape of the U.S.  He imagined himself an archaeologist documenting the future remains of a lost civilization, filled with remnants of the sublime and mundane.  The exhibit runs through May 4.  For 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 March Calendar here

 

March 3:  Program Committee Meeting.

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

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

March 5:  Our Turn:  A Conversation for Women.  Members click here; Guests email MCC.

March 9:  Great Decisions.  Members click here.

March 11:  Rendezvous on 5.  No reservations required.

March 11:  Board of Directors Meeting.  Members click here.

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

March 15:  Sunday Soup Soiree.  Members click here.

March 18:  Rendezvous on 5.  No reservations required.

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

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

March 23:  Spring Flowers at Como Conservatory.  Members click here.

March 24:  Technology Workshop:  Getting the Most out of Google.  Members click here.
 

  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.

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

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.

 

 
Ongoing Member-Led Activities

 

Men's B&BS Lunch
Elsie's Restaurant,
729 Marshall St NE
Alternating Thursdays at 11:30 am
 March 5 & 19
This casual, dutch treat lunch alternates weeks with Men's Coffee and Conversation. No reservations required! Questions? Contact  Allan Burdick
 
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