Local Events
[ Wednesday, August 20, 2008 12:00 AM ]
[View Map]Minnetonka Orchards, 6530 County Road 26, Minnetrista, Minnesota
The Minnetonka Orchards start their harvest hours today! This is my favorite fall orchard: there are pygmy goats, a hay mountain, antique tractor pulled hay rides, blue ribbon cider brats, Bodylish products, great baked goods and cute events for kids and a sweet unknown date spot.
[ Wednesday, August 20, 2008 10:00 AM ]
[View Map]Landmark Center, 75 5th St W, St Paul, Minnesota
St. Paul ? Enjoy a historic and architecture tour that takes you back in time to learn the hidden secrets of the unique buildings that surround one of the cities most beloved parks. Tours meet at Landmark Center at 10 am on Wednesday June 18, July 16 and August 20. Call 651.292.3276 to reserve your free space.
Rice Park stands as a pillar of downtown St. Paul, flanked with the beautiful architecture of Landmark Center, The St. Paul Hotel, the St. Paul Public Library, the James Jill Hill Reference Library, ...
Augustus F Sherman: Ellis Island Portraits, 1905-1920
[ Wednesday, August 20, 2008 10:00 AM ]
[View Map]Minnesota History Center, 345 Kellogg Blvd W, St Paul, Minnesota
This exhibit features 75 framed black and white photographs reflecting the cultural and ethnic diversity of people arriving at the turn of the last century.
We Couldn't Live at Home
[ Wednesday, August 20, 2008 10:00 AM ]
[View Map]Minnesota History Center, 345 Kellogg Blvd W, St Paul, Minnesota
This exhibit raises awareness and gives voice to the many generations and traditions of young people in Minnesota who have the shared experience of living away from family.
History Hijinx: the State on A Stick: Sesquicentennial Hat
[ Wednesday, August 20, 2008 11:00 AM ]
[View Map]Minnesota History Center, 345 Kellogg Blvd W, St Paul, Minnesota
This event features fashionable souvenir chapeau complete with state symbols, flags, stars, song lyrics, postcards and colorful ribbons and stickers.
[ Wednesday, August 20, 2008 12:00 PM ]
[View Map]Landmark Center, 75 West 5th Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota
Wednesdays in July and August will be a little more melodious at Landmark Center. Musicians will play over the noon lunch hour in Anita?s Caf?, located on the south end of Landmark?s cortile. Anita?s offers tasty culinary delights made fresh daily. The caf? is already a favorite of downtown residents, workers, and visitors, and now each week it will come alive with a delightful array of sounds. The series is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, August 23 Vicky Mountain & James Allen
As a vocal/gu...
Minnesota Twins Vs Oakland Athletics
[ Wednesday, August 20, 2008 12:10 PM ]
[View Map]Hubert H Humphrey Metrodome, 900 S 5th St, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis Public Library: Central, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Your Television Will Be Colorized: Black TV Comics? Riffs on Race
Wednesdays, August 6, 13, & 20; 6:30 ? 8 PM
Presented by Dr. Walt R. Jacobs, Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota?s African American & African Studies Department and author of three books, including Lower Frequencies: Students and Media Literacy.
African American comics have a long history of using television as a stage to address the continuing significance of race in the United States. From overt commentary offered in sketc...
Standard Thompson
First Avenue, 701 1st Ave N, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Vicky Mountain
[ Wednesday, August 20, 2008 11:00 PM ]
[View Map]Landmark Center, 75 West 5th Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota
Vicky Mountain
[ Wednesday, August 20, 2008 11:00 PM ]
[View Map]Landmark Center, 75 5th St W, St Paul, Minnesota
Minnesota State Fair Grounds, 1265 North Snelling Ave, St. Paul, Minnesota
See website for details on events, exhibits, discount days and more. Here is the daily schedule:
http://www.mnstatefair.org/pages/daily_schedules.html
Adults (13-64): $11
Seniors (65 & over): $9
Kids (5-12): $8
Children (under 5): Always Free
All-ages pre-fair discount tickets: $8
Auto Parking: $9*
*Parking fee may be paid with an additional pre-fair discount admission ticket
Pre-fair discount admission tickets are available at participating Cub Foods Stores and many Greater Minnesota and western...
Just Between Friends Huge Kids Sale
Maple Grove Community Center, 12951 Weaver Lake Road, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Be a part of the Nation's leading children's and maternity consignment sales event! Shop and get fabulous deals on all you need for fall and winter! Save tons of cash! Sell your items as a consignor and earn 70%! Simple online sign up and easy barcoding system! Volunteer with us and shop First before the public at our special exclusive Presales!
Maple Grove Community Center
August 21-23
Sale hours: Aug. 21 & 22 10am-7pm
$2.00 Admission on Aug. 21 Only
Aug. 23 10am-2pm (Half Price Day)
We Couldn't Live at Home
Minnesota History Center, 345 Kellogg Blvd W, St Paul, Minnesota
This exhibit raises awareness and gives voice to the many generations and traditions of young people in Minnesota who have the shared experience of living away from family.
Station 4, 201 E. 4th Street, St. Paul, Minnesota
Nehemiah
Four Letter Lie + With Dead Hands Rising
Varsity Theater, 1308 4th Street SE, Minneapolis, Minnesota
All Ages
Minnesota State Fair Grandstand, 1265 Snelling Avenue, Saint Paul, Minnesota
Storyhill
Minnesota Museum of American Art, 75 5th St W, St Paul, Minnesota
Storyhill
Minnesota Museum of American Art, 75 5th St W, St Paul, Minnesota
Bridging Two Worlds: Brain Candy Project Benefit
Fine Line Music Cafe, 318 1st Ave N, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Joke Joint Comedy Club, 2300 East American Blvd, Bloomington, Minnesota
Tickets: $8
Ages: 18+
Local comedian, Tammy Nerby is hosting a comedy show for our troops, this one for the non-profit organization, Veterans and Friends. V&F is a group that was founded by two Richfield Marine vets to help Veterans re-acclimate to college life. A generous portion of the proceeds from the show will go to Veterans and Friends. If you?d like to do something positive for our returning soldiers, and have a good time doing it, please come out for a night of comedy to support Veterans and Fr...
Ritmo Caliente
First Avenue, 701 1st Ave N, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Enjoy a night of Latin Music from around the world with DJ's Fresko & Tony.
Best Buy HQ, 7601 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Location: (http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=7601+Penn+Ave+S,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55423&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=34.122306,77.34375&ie=UTF8&ll=44.866257,-93.308516&spn=0.007452,0.018883&z=16&iwloc=addr)
Date:
Time: [we do have the room for 30mins before & after the event]
Video Feed: http://www.mogulus.com/smbmsp
* Due to requirements at Best Buy, we do require an RSVP prior to the event. Remember, the event is no cost!
Jim Pellinger, with Dennis Landeen & Bruce Thompson
French Crepes Stage @ MN State Fair, 1265 Snelling Avenue N, Saint Paul, Minnesota
NOTE: The time above is tentative! Check back again for confirmation. The French Crepes Stage is located at the corner of Carnes & Nelson, right under the giant slide. See the map at http://gopher.mnstatefair.org/foodfinder/details.lasso?id=000423A&keywords=French%20Crepes&category=.
Holy Anargyroi Greek Orthodox Church grounds, 703 West Center Street, Rochester, Minnesota
Friday, August 22nd 5pm - 8 pm
Saturday, August 23rd 11am - 7pm
Sunday, August 24th 11am - 6pm
FREE ADMISSION - FREE PARKING
The Greek Festival has something for everyone!
Silent Auction on Saturday & Sunday
Authentic Greek Foods
Live Music throughout the entire festival
Ethnic Greek Dancers
Bake Sale (locally made Greek pastries)
Kids Carnival
Church Tours