Do you want to know what's scary? The Haunted Basement at Soap Factory is all sold out for 2010. That would be a trick and not a treat. However there is still fun to be had whether you are the bar crawl type or the 5K type.
Personally, I am excited about the late night series over at Riverview theater. Come on, Army of Darkness, Nightmare Before Christmas and Silence of the Lambs await!
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
World Class Orchestra on a Budget
The MN Orchestra is launching a young professionals program for folks in their 20 - 40s. Check it out here - http://www.minnesotaorchestra.org/crescendoproject/membership.cfm
Friday, August 27, 2010
Touch of Fall in the Air? Time for Cider
The cool weather is makeing folks drop the F word - Fall. So why not stock up on some cider? Surdyk's has cider on sale today and tomorrow with tasting available.
20 cider varieties on Special Demo- all available for tasting! Choose your own favorite, Friday, August 27 & Saturday, August 28 from 11:30-7pm.
20 cider varieties on Special Demo- all available for tasting! Choose your own favorite, Friday, August 27 & Saturday, August 28 from 11:30-7pm.
Friday, August 20, 2010
School is Around the Corner and that Means West Bank Music Festival
If you are a local music junkie the West Bank festival is sure to please. Some of the acts in this year's line up include The Belfast Cowboys, Red Pens, Joey Ryan & the Inks, Chooglin, the Brass Kings, Dessa, Mark Mallman, Lucy Michelle & the Velvet Lapelles, The God Dam Doo Wop Band, and Culture Cry Wolf. $5 will get you the grand tour; complete information here.
Friday, August 13, 2010
Sunday, Sunday, Sunday!
It Summer, it's busy and this Sunday is doing it's best to help you forget Monday is around the corner.
In the morning you laze around Harriet Island taking in the last day of the Irish Fair. Or stay in St. Paul but head over to the St. Paul hotel for the Garden tea. Sunday at 11am is the only tea left that isn't soldout.
In Minneapolis you have the birthday bash at King's Wine bar, birthday food and Happy Hour specials. Downtown you can catch Britstock at Brits:
~ BRITSTOCK ~
Date:Sunday, August 15th
Time:2:30 PM
Location:The Rooftop garden
Brit's reaches it's 20th anniversary later this year in October but to start the celebrations early we're holding an outdoor free concert on Sunday August 15th. We hope you can make it - cheers!
2.30 p.m. The Beatles are in Big Trouble
4.00 p.m. E.L.nO
6.00 p.m. The Belfast Cowboys
In the morning you laze around Harriet Island taking in the last day of the Irish Fair. Or stay in St. Paul but head over to the St. Paul hotel for the Garden tea. Sunday at 11am is the only tea left that isn't soldout.
In Minneapolis you have the birthday bash at King's Wine bar, birthday food and Happy Hour specials. Downtown you can catch Britstock at Brits:
~ BRITSTOCK ~
Date:Sunday, August 15th
Time:2:30 PM
Location:The Rooftop garden
Brit's reaches it's 20th anniversary later this year in October but to start the celebrations early we're holding an outdoor free concert on Sunday August 15th. We hope you can make it - cheers!
2.30 p.m. The Beatles are in Big Trouble
4.00 p.m. E.L.nO
6.00 p.m. The Belfast Cowboys
Monday, August 9, 2010
Summer Movie Madness
Summer really is all about the movies. If you haven't made a pilgrimage to one of the 2 remaining drive-ins in the state, it's worth the trip. Vali-Hi Lake Elmo/Woodbury off 94 and Cottage View drive in Cottage Grove.
Weekday movie options include Brits Rooftop Movies, Movies in the Park for Minneapolis denizens and the movie series at James J Hill Library and in Mears Park for St. Paulites.
Nathan Fillion fan? Riverview has your number with a double feature of Serenity and Dr. Horrible's Sing Along Blog.
There is also two movies left in there late night $5 movie series.
Weekday movie options include Brits Rooftop Movies, Movies in the Park for Minneapolis denizens and the movie series at James J Hill Library and in Mears Park for St. Paulites.
Nathan Fillion fan? Riverview has your number with a double feature of Serenity and Dr. Horrible's Sing Along Blog.
There is also two movies left in there late night $5 movie series.
Friday, July 23, 2010
7 Samurai and 1 Pig Coming up 7/27
City Pages is reporting "a rooftop pig-roast picnic at Moto-i. On Tuesday, the Lyn-Lake restaurant and sake brewer will be spit-roasting a whole hog. For $20 in advance or $25 at the door, diners can partake of the pork plus sides of Japanese potato salad and slaw, enjoy a Grain Belt beer, and view a screening of Seven Samurai on the big screen. The festivities start with a cocktail hour at 6:00 p.m., with food at 7:00 and the film at dusk."
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Beer, Music and your Friday Night
The Cabooze is hosting Amstel Light's Summer Bash, Amsterdam Live, this Friday.
MINNEAPOLIS – FRIDAY, JULY 23rd
Venue:Cabooze (917 Cedar Avenue)
Featuring:Shiny Toy Guns HybriDigital and Hey Champ / Hosted by Dutch DJ The Scumfrog and Gigamesh
Time:8pm – midnight RSVP for this event at Amstel's website. Some listings have this as a private event so it might be sketchy just showing up at the door.
MINNEAPOLIS – FRIDAY, JULY 23rd
Venue:Cabooze (917 Cedar Avenue)
Featuring:Shiny Toy Guns HybriDigital and Hey Champ / Hosted by Dutch DJ The Scumfrog and Gigamesh
Time:8pm – midnight RSVP for this event at Amstel's website. Some listings have this as a private event so it might be sketchy just showing up at the door.
Friday, July 16, 2010
Tickets, Tickets - Get your Tickets
Oh there are some many ways to spend your hard earned cash. Let me add a few ideas to the list:
- Lowertown Music Festival tickets are on sale now
- Twin Cities Originals Food Tasting (July 22)
- Mad Men Season Premiere Party (July 25)
- Big Brothers, Big Sisters Summit Brew Tour and Tasting (Aug 17th) $10 - Part of the Young Professionals Series
- Autumn Brew Review, tickets on sale Aug 1
- Psycho (the movie) at MN Orchestra Hall
- Gaslight Anthem, The National (Aug 5 only), Rouge Valley/Communist Daughter, Eels, Guided by Voices, Ra Ra Riot, Chuck Prophet, Dr. Dog - all at First Ave
Thursday, July 8, 2010
All She Wants to do is Dance!
St. Paul is all about dance in July -all kinds. If you want to learn or have been closeting your inner Gene Kelly go to the Landmark Center and St. Paul Public library on Thursdays and Fridays in July
Full informaton here http://www.thefriends.org/calendar.htm - be sure to check out the map of where the dancing is
Thursday Evenings:
5:30 p.m. Beer and wine available for purchase
throughout the night
6:00 p.m. Fun dance demonstrations and free lessons
7:30 p.m. Live music by a different band every week
except July 22, when music starts at 8 p.m.
Friday Evenings:
9:30 p.m. Free Outdoor Dance Movies in the Saint Paul
Public Library's Kellogg Blvd. Courtyard (dusk)
Each week a different dance theme:
June 17 Salsa
Instruction with Manuel and Carmen Rubio, Arthur Murray Dance Studio
Band: Salsa del Soul
June 18 “Dance with Me”
Vanessa Williams stars in this 1998 film as an instructor in a small dance studio in Houston. While preparing for the World Open Dance Championships, she encounters Rafael, who is searching for the father he’s never known – and who happens to be a great dancer.
June 24 Swing
Instruction with Arthur Murray Dance Studio
Band: The Senders, who play 40’s Jump Blues
June 25 “Top Hat”
It’s a case of love at first sight for Jerry Travers, a musical revue star, and the object of his affections, Dale Tremont, leads him on a merry chase from London to Italy. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers shine in this 1935 film about mistaken identities, true love and lots of dancing.
July 8 Tango
Instruction with Cinema Ballroom
Band: Mandragora Tango
July 9 “Take the Lead”
Based on a true story, the movie tells of the struggle of a dance teacher, Pierre Dulain, to give to a group of problem kids a second chance by exploring their dance skills. Antonio Banderas stars in the 2006 film as a former professional dancer who volunteers to teach dance in the New York public school system. While his background first clashes with his students' tastes, together they create a completely new style of dance.
July 15 Disco/70’s
Instruction with Arthur Murray Dance Studio
Band: Boogie Wonderland
July 16 “That’s the Way I Like It”
There's strange fever sweeping across the island of Singapore: Forever Fever. Its only symptoms: a sudden urge to put on spandex and go disco dancing! And a humble but hapless grocery clerk named Hock is hopelessly infected with it. Set in 1977, "That's the Way I Like It" follows Hock (Adrian Pang), a Bruce Lee fan, as he discovers the joys of disco when he's dragged unwillingly to "Saturday Night Fever."
July 22 Two-Step (Country and Cajun)
Instruction with Flory Katz and Rick Ernst
Band: Kevin Anthony and the Twin City Playboys - SPECIAL 8:00 START TIME
July 23 “Urban Cowboy”
John Travolta and Debra Winger star in this 1980 drama about a young man from the country who learns about life and love in a honky-tonk Houston bar. Also starring Scott Glen as an ex-convict in his breakout role. This film has a fun soundtrack and don't miss Winger's hot, slow, mechanical bull-riding scene.
July 29 Rock ‘n Roll
Instruction with Arthur Murray Dance Studio
Band: The Rockin’ Hollywoods
July 30 “Footloose”
When teenager Ren and his family move from Chicago to a small town in the West, he's shocked to be living in a place where rock music and dancing are illegal. With the senior prom around the corner, only Ren has the courage to initiate a battle to abolish the outmoded ban and revitalize the spirit of the repressed townspeople.
August 5 Ballroom
Instruction with Cinema Ballroom
Band: The Jerry O’Hagan Orchestra
August 6 “Mad Hot Ballroom”
In this compelling 2005 documentary, the students of several New York City elementary schools learn ballroom dancing and compete in a city wide dance competition. Mad Hot Ballroom celebrates the intricate lives of these students and reminds audiences of their own childhoods when anything was possible. Filled with emotion and triumph, it captures the essence of growing up in America.
August 12 Reggae/Worldbeat
Instruction with Kenna Sarge
Band: The New Primitives
August 13 “Sabar”
An African-American, California-born hip-hop girl resists the ancestral call of the Senegalese dance, “Sabar.” When she finally gives in, she discovers more than a dance - she finds herself.
Set against the backdrop of the African dance movement in the United States, "Sabar" is a dramatic feature film about the triumph of the human spirit in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. It examines how we constantly negotiate and choreograph our way through the bigger and sometimes arrhythmic dance called LIFE. NOTE: This is the area premier of this new film. Join us for a pre-screening discussion with the director, Chike C. Nwoffiah. Details coming soon.
Dancing, demonstrations and lessons are at Landmark Plaza Park, on 5th and St. Peter. Dance movies are in the Kellogg Blvd. courtyard of Central Library, 90 W. 4th
Full informaton here http://www.thefriends.org/calendar.htm - be sure to check out the map of where the dancing is
Thursday Evenings:
5:30 p.m. Beer and wine available for purchase
throughout the night
6:00 p.m. Fun dance demonstrations and free lessons
7:30 p.m. Live music by a different band every week
except July 22, when music starts at 8 p.m.
Friday Evenings:
9:30 p.m. Free Outdoor Dance Movies in the Saint Paul
Public Library's Kellogg Blvd. Courtyard (dusk)
Each week a different dance theme:
June 17 Salsa
Instruction with Manuel and Carmen Rubio, Arthur Murray Dance Studio
Band: Salsa del Soul
June 18 “Dance with Me”
Vanessa Williams stars in this 1998 film as an instructor in a small dance studio in Houston. While preparing for the World Open Dance Championships, she encounters Rafael, who is searching for the father he’s never known – and who happens to be a great dancer.
June 24 Swing
Instruction with Arthur Murray Dance Studio
Band: The Senders, who play 40’s Jump Blues
June 25 “Top Hat”
It’s a case of love at first sight for Jerry Travers, a musical revue star, and the object of his affections, Dale Tremont, leads him on a merry chase from London to Italy. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers shine in this 1935 film about mistaken identities, true love and lots of dancing.
July 8 Tango
Instruction with Cinema Ballroom
Band: Mandragora Tango
July 9 “Take the Lead”
Based on a true story, the movie tells of the struggle of a dance teacher, Pierre Dulain, to give to a group of problem kids a second chance by exploring their dance skills. Antonio Banderas stars in the 2006 film as a former professional dancer who volunteers to teach dance in the New York public school system. While his background first clashes with his students' tastes, together they create a completely new style of dance.
July 15 Disco/70’s
Instruction with Arthur Murray Dance Studio
Band: Boogie Wonderland
July 16 “That’s the Way I Like It”
There's strange fever sweeping across the island of Singapore: Forever Fever. Its only symptoms: a sudden urge to put on spandex and go disco dancing! And a humble but hapless grocery clerk named Hock is hopelessly infected with it. Set in 1977, "That's the Way I Like It" follows Hock (Adrian Pang), a Bruce Lee fan, as he discovers the joys of disco when he's dragged unwillingly to "Saturday Night Fever."
July 22 Two-Step (Country and Cajun)
Instruction with Flory Katz and Rick Ernst
Band: Kevin Anthony and the Twin City Playboys - SPECIAL 8:00 START TIME
July 23 “Urban Cowboy”
John Travolta and Debra Winger star in this 1980 drama about a young man from the country who learns about life and love in a honky-tonk Houston bar. Also starring Scott Glen as an ex-convict in his breakout role. This film has a fun soundtrack and don't miss Winger's hot, slow, mechanical bull-riding scene.
July 29 Rock ‘n Roll
Instruction with Arthur Murray Dance Studio
Band: The Rockin’ Hollywoods
July 30 “Footloose”
When teenager Ren and his family move from Chicago to a small town in the West, he's shocked to be living in a place where rock music and dancing are illegal. With the senior prom around the corner, only Ren has the courage to initiate a battle to abolish the outmoded ban and revitalize the spirit of the repressed townspeople.
August 5 Ballroom
Instruction with Cinema Ballroom
Band: The Jerry O’Hagan Orchestra
August 6 “Mad Hot Ballroom”
In this compelling 2005 documentary, the students of several New York City elementary schools learn ballroom dancing and compete in a city wide dance competition. Mad Hot Ballroom celebrates the intricate lives of these students and reminds audiences of their own childhoods when anything was possible. Filled with emotion and triumph, it captures the essence of growing up in America.
August 12 Reggae/Worldbeat
Instruction with Kenna Sarge
Band: The New Primitives
August 13 “Sabar”
An African-American, California-born hip-hop girl resists the ancestral call of the Senegalese dance, “Sabar.” When she finally gives in, she discovers more than a dance - she finds herself.
Set against the backdrop of the African dance movement in the United States, "Sabar" is a dramatic feature film about the triumph of the human spirit in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. It examines how we constantly negotiate and choreograph our way through the bigger and sometimes arrhythmic dance called LIFE. NOTE: This is the area premier of this new film. Join us for a pre-screening discussion with the director, Chike C. Nwoffiah. Details coming soon.
Dancing, demonstrations and lessons are at Landmark Plaza Park, on 5th and St. Peter. Dance movies are in the Kellogg Blvd. courtyard of Central Library, 90 W. 4th
Saturday in the Park? New Belgium say yes
What to do with all that pre World Cup Final Energy? Hit the park of course. New Belgium is back in Loring Park Sponsoring the Tour de Fat. Go to participate or go to watch all the goings on. - www.newbelgium.com/tour-de-fat
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Sunday, Sunday - How good it feels
Here is a friendly reminder that Sunday night is neighborhood night at Bryant Lake Bowl. Local for discounts on local products.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Mmmmmm .... Tasty!
Yet another foodie alert. If you have a little cash burning a hole in your pocket trade it in for a great view and great food for a good cause. Head to the Guthrie tomorrow for some of this towns most delicous bites - http://Strength.org/minneapolis/hotlist
Friday, June 18, 2010
70+ Breweries Confirmed for Sunday
Amazingly it looks like there are still tickets available for Sunday's mega beer festival in St. Paul. It's not just Summit and Surly folks, Brau Brothers, Original Sin, Ommegang, Anchor, Magic Hat, Victory, Green Mountain, Odell - whew! 78 fine vendors are waiting to turn you on - for a complete listing go to the event website. Seriously string a pretzel necklace and join the fun.
If you afraid of falling victim to beer googles and resulting events, perhaps the Stone Arch festival is where you should direct your feet. A full line up of music through the weekend and other great excuses to take a stroll along the river.
Or stop by Como Zoo and see those Polar Bears!
If you afraid of falling victim to beer googles and resulting events, perhaps the Stone Arch festival is where you should direct your feet. A full line up of music through the weekend and other great excuses to take a stroll along the river.
Or stop by Como Zoo and see those Polar Bears!
Friday, June 11, 2010
So Walker ran off with a new BFF, Movie and Music Lovers St. Paul is winking at you
For those of you who enjoy stretching out on a summer's day for some live music followed by a film in park - Mear's Park in St. Paul is up and rolling with their annual Music in Mears series.
The food offerings vary each week from a local eatery. I've got my eyes on June 24th. Check out the schedule, St. Paul is standing by with open arms.
The food offerings vary each week from a local eatery. I've got my eyes on June 24th. Check out the schedule, St. Paul is standing by with open arms.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
$25 = 20 eateries and bottomless beer/wine
So many restaurants, so little time to explore them and find your local favorites. Make it easy on yourself by going to the Taste of the Twin Cities Originals Strolling Tasting Thursday July 22. There will be 20 locally owned and operated eateries, bottomless beer/wine.
So why am I chatting up a July event? Because Groupon is offering a $25.oo entry ticket for the next 3 days - otherwise it is $45 online and $50 at the door. Grab a ticket and spend the evening restaurant hopping with your friend or SO in the convenience of one building.
So why am I chatting up a July event? Because Groupon is offering a $25.oo entry ticket for the next 3 days - otherwise it is $45 online and $50 at the door. Grab a ticket and spend the evening restaurant hopping with your friend or SO in the convenience of one building.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Hey Ladies - what can $20.00 do for you?
How about a Martini and Manicure? The W Hotel is teaming with SpaMobileEvent.com to offer the $20 once a month through September. Pretty hands, pretty drinks, pretty you.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Soccer, Football - whatever you call it, where are you watching it?
In a few weeks World Cup will be here to the delight of many around the cities. In Minneapolis Brit's is billing itself as World Cup headquarters and is including a soccer movie as part of it's World Cup kick off. Speaking of Brits, check out their Shakespeare on the Lawn and summer movie schedule (kicks off late summer).
Social Secretary is putting money down on Nomad for this year's World Cup good timing ways. If you get in their bracket there is a t-shirt, special mug that comes with special refill prices $4 during the tourney. And they are hosting a block party on June 12th, to kick it off.
So Brit's or Nomad, Minneapolis has you covered. Is there a better way to start thinking globally? Probably not.
Social Secretary is putting money down on Nomad for this year's World Cup good timing ways. If you get in their bracket there is a t-shirt, special mug that comes with special refill prices $4 during the tourney. And they are hosting a block party on June 12th, to kick it off.
So Brit's or Nomad, Minneapolis has you covered. Is there a better way to start thinking globally? Probably not.
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Hard at Work Sass-ifying your Home?
Talk of lounging on decks and firing up the grill was all the rage on Friday. Of course all that time outside of your house = staring at the house and yard = a whole new list of projects. So if you are hard at work sprucing up your abode considering the following:
- Check out the farmers market for great deals on healthy flowers and vegetable plants. Often you'll find you get more plant for your dollar than the hardware/superstore chain outlets and get a chance to support local business.
- Wish your house was a little more green? There is a Green Home Happy Hour on Wednesday 5/26 @ 1616 Minnehaha pkwy 5:30 - 8pm. Great forum to ask questions and pick up some ideas.
- If you go on a landscaping attack check with your local garden center as many of them accept the plastic pots back to be recycled/reused.
Pineapple-Chile Margarita
- 8 (3/4- to 1-inch) chunks peeled pineapple
- 4 slices red jalapeño chile with seeds
- 1/2 cup 100% blue agave silver tequila
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons Simple Syrup
- 2 tablespoons Cointreau or other orange liqueur
- 2 cups ice cubes, divided
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Think I'll go for a walk outside now, Summer Sun's calling my name
Ah yes, the Silver Platters - best TV song act ever! It may on be May but that sun dancing on the leaves outside my window is most certainly a summer sun. If this weekend has you thinking about summer might I suggest a little road trip? The fair city of Jordan is hosting a valley bike tour on the 26th of June. There are four routes depending on riding level: 12 mile Town Hall, 20 mile Radio Tower, 35 mile Czech Trek and 60-80 mile Monty Marathon. If only they a had a 6 mile Beer league ride .....
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Where will you be this weekend?
It's not a question of "if" you'll be outside this weekend, it is a question of where. Be sure to check out the art-a-whirl line up and galleries in NE. Uptowners can delight in the Lyn Lake Street Fest. If you don't want to spend the weekend in Mpls, check out the bike trails as they are sure to be popular; http://www.minnesotamonthly.com/media/Minnesota-Monthly/Travel-Leisure/Traveler-Resources/Minnesota-Biking-2007-2008/Bike-Trails/Twin-Cities-Area-Bike-Trails/.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Rain, Rain Go Away!
Cross your fingers, the weekend is looking like it will be rain free and we might just see that shiny radiant orb. No need to hunker down in the mean time there is plenty of music and eats to be had.
This is Craft Beer Month at Common Roots, gander the events schedule here: http://www.commonrootscafe.com/events.htm. If beer isn't your thing, Hell's Kitchen is hosting Iron Bartender every Sunday through June 20th - stop in and see who is up to the challenge: http://www.hellskitcheninc.com/Special-Events.html.
If you are looking for something more low-key how about checking out the Dead Sea Scrolls on display at the Science Museum; or just check out the museum, which is pretty darn cool itself.
Bundle up and stay dry - happy thought, Solera rooftop movie series is coming up!
This is Craft Beer Month at Common Roots, gander the events schedule here: http://www.commonrootscafe.com/events.htm. If beer isn't your thing, Hell's Kitchen is hosting Iron Bartender every Sunday through June 20th - stop in and see who is up to the challenge: http://www.hellskitcheninc.com/Special-Events.html.
If you are looking for something more low-key how about checking out the Dead Sea Scrolls on display at the Science Museum; or just check out the museum, which is pretty darn cool itself.
Bundle up and stay dry - happy thought, Solera rooftop movie series is coming up!
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Superman spotted dancing around the May Pole
It's national Comic Book Day - did you stop in at your local comic shop and pick up your free book?
If you are still making a sad face over the Walkers dropping of the Music and Movies series - ok proper term is hiatus, but let's be serious - keep in mind the Minneapolis Parks & Rec board has it's own movies in the park series at several locations around town - including Lake Harriet.
Speaking of music - the line up for Grand Old Day is posted. Doomtree fans will be happy. Also look for Hookers & Blow, First Communion Afterparty, Red Pens and Free Energy. June 6th is quite a ways to way for a street fest fix - try the Lyn Lake Street Festival. You can find E.L.nO, Sims, even Har Mar.
And did I mention the ab-fab bike rally? This year the course is all Minneapolis. The day starts with Peace coffee and ends with Summit and live music. Do yourself a favor and get registered:
If you are still making a sad face over the Walkers dropping of the Music and Movies series - ok proper term is hiatus, but let's be serious - keep in mind the Minneapolis Parks & Rec board has it's own movies in the park series at several locations around town - including Lake Harriet.
Speaking of music - the line up for Grand Old Day is posted. Doomtree fans will be happy. Also look for Hookers & Blow, First Communion Afterparty, Red Pens and Free Energy. June 6th is quite a ways to way for a street fest fix - try the Lyn Lake Street Festival. You can find E.L.nO, Sims, even Har Mar.
And did I mention the ab-fab bike rally? This year the course is all Minneapolis. The day starts with Peace coffee and ends with Summit and live music. Do yourself a favor and get registered:
Friday, April 16, 2010
All I want is kissing you and Music! Music! Music!
Closer, my dear come closer - special bonus points to anyone who recognized the 50's classic Music! Music! Music! If music and kissing is what you want this is the weekend for you.
For the kissing I direct you to the big screen and the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Film Festival that is underway: http://www.mspfilmfest.org/MMX/. With 145 films there is sure to be one that you'd fancy. Like hand drawn animation? Check out The Secret of Kells. Weakness for documentaries? You might like Sun behind the Clouds. Maybe you prefer a bit more grit; The Forbidden Door is billed as "An elegant supernatural horror film." It's not all film watching, check out the Mid-Fest Madness Party on the 24th ... Summit Beer, Pizza Luce, DJ and B-Boys dancing. Seriously get out the house and go international.
Now on to the Music! Music! Music!
Saturday is Record Store so meet up with some wheels and direct yourself to your favorite haunt. Don't have one? Here's a good excuse to acquaint yourself with store where you can talk to real people about music and get some recommendations for your new favorite band.
The Electric Fetus is hosting two in-store performances: http://www.electricfetus.com/
as will Treehouse Records: http://treehouserecords.blogspot.com/
Now my little socialites - go frolic!
soc sec
For the kissing I direct you to the big screen and the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Film Festival that is underway: http://www.mspfilmfest.org/MMX/. With 145 films there is sure to be one that you'd fancy. Like hand drawn animation? Check out The Secret of Kells. Weakness for documentaries? You might like Sun behind the Clouds. Maybe you prefer a bit more grit; The Forbidden Door is billed as "An elegant supernatural horror film." It's not all film watching, check out the Mid-Fest Madness Party on the 24th ... Summit Beer, Pizza Luce, DJ and B-Boys dancing. Seriously get out the house and go international.
Now on to the Music! Music! Music!
Saturday is Record Store so meet up with some wheels and direct yourself to your favorite haunt. Don't have one? Here's a good excuse to acquaint yourself with store where you can talk to real people about music and get some recommendations for your new favorite band.
The Electric Fetus is hosting two in-store performances: http://www.electricfetus.com/
as will Treehouse Records: http://treehouserecords.blogspot.com/
Now my little socialites - go frolic!
soc sec
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Crispin Cider - Take it or Leave it .. If you take it read on
Local favorite Crispin Cider is expanding throughout this mighty land of ours. If you are digging on it, then check out the Cider and Sliders dinner tomorrow in downtown Minneapolis at Firelake.
Not a fan, then let your thoughts drift to Jeremy Messersmith's upcoming CD release party at the Cedar.
And if all that isn't doing it for you, then consider something outdoors - like volunteering at Ft. Snelling state park. You'll get a park pass for the day, a lunch, and after a little park clean up you are free to roam the trails. Ah nature with its rushing river, quirky deer and occasional airplane streaking the sky.
Not a fan, then let your thoughts drift to Jeremy Messersmith's upcoming CD release party at the Cedar.
And if all that isn't doing it for you, then consider something outdoors - like volunteering at Ft. Snelling state park. You'll get a park pass for the day, a lunch, and after a little park clean up you are free to roam the trails. Ah nature with its rushing river, quirky deer and occasional airplane streaking the sky.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Console yourself with food and drink
Shut out on tickets?
The 2010 trend of sell out shows continues. It might be worth noting that tickets are on sale now for the Black Keys, 2 shows at First Avenue.
For those of you recouping from the sting of concert cold shoulder (CCS) might I offer you some food and drink. On the 24th Canterbury Park is hosting Savor MN. Most of the vendors there will be local wineries. Summit will be on hand as well along with a few eateries including New French Bakery. If you want to explore the local wine scene this will save you hours in the car. Minneapolis denizens want to stay local and support an excellent cause? Check out the Urban Arts Academy Gala. If the 24th is already triple booked for you, May 7th offers another charitable beer and wine outing.
Foodies rejoice the season of tastings and pairings has begun, music lovers chin up!
The 2010 trend of sell out shows continues. It might be worth noting that tickets are on sale now for the Black Keys, 2 shows at First Avenue.
For those of you recouping from the sting of concert cold shoulder (CCS) might I offer you some food and drink. On the 24th Canterbury Park is hosting Savor MN. Most of the vendors there will be local wineries. Summit will be on hand as well along with a few eateries including New French Bakery. If you want to explore the local wine scene this will save you hours in the car. Minneapolis denizens want to stay local and support an excellent cause? Check out the Urban Arts Academy Gala. If the 24th is already triple booked for you, May 7th offers another charitable beer and wine outing.
Foodies rejoice the season of tastings and pairings has begun, music lovers chin up!
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Coming of the King
Keep your eye on Kings Wine Bar for music lovin' events. Already host to several local band new release listening party, dj series is kicking off. http://www.kingsmpls.com/calendar.html
Speaking of Music Communist Daughter has their CD release at Fine Line this Friday.
Summer is already filling out, check out the updates to the good times list.
Yours truly,
Social Sec
p.s. Today 4/1/2010 is the last day to catch the Hit Like a Girl art exhibit
p.s.s. You can also catch Viva Cuba at St. Anthony Main today as the 5th of 6 movies in the Cuban Film Festival
Speaking of Music Communist Daughter has their CD release at Fine Line this Friday.
Summer is already filling out, check out the updates to the good times list.
Yours truly,
Social Sec
p.s. Today 4/1/2010 is the last day to catch the Hit Like a Girl art exhibit
p.s.s. You can also catch Viva Cuba at St. Anthony Main today as the 5th of 6 movies in the Cuban Film Festival
Thursday, March 25, 2010
What a weekend! Not one to stay in
Hello my social butterflies!
Just a reminder of some of the fun happening this weekend. Cities pages bi-annual wine tasting is Friday, 80+ wines. If you are looking to venture into wines or feel stuck in a rut with that Merlot or Cab - check it out. Word to the wise, the "food" provided is never enough, results in a long line. Eat before you walk in the door and/or pack an energy bar with you - you'll enjoy many more wines this way.
Also, it's another Midnight Movie Society movie at Brits.
Saturday if you aren't rolling at the Metrodome Inline Marathon, consider heading over to the new Twins stadium where the U of M baseball team is playing an exhibition game for a $2 entry fee.
The Museum of Russian Art's exhibit on Nesting Dolls ends March 29th, making this the last weekend to behold the wonder of the nesting doll.
I shall leave you with the advice to start stretching. There is a group that has declared April bike month and will be organizing several rides - no excuses not to start building those bike legs!
Just a reminder of some of the fun happening this weekend. Cities pages bi-annual wine tasting is Friday, 80+ wines. If you are looking to venture into wines or feel stuck in a rut with that Merlot or Cab - check it out. Word to the wise, the "food" provided is never enough, results in a long line. Eat before you walk in the door and/or pack an energy bar with you - you'll enjoy many more wines this way.
Also, it's another Midnight Movie Society movie at Brits.
Saturday if you aren't rolling at the Metrodome Inline Marathon, consider heading over to the new Twins stadium where the U of M baseball team is playing an exhibition game for a $2 entry fee.
The Museum of Russian Art's exhibit on Nesting Dolls ends March 29th, making this the last weekend to behold the wonder of the nesting doll.
I shall leave you with the advice to start stretching. There is a group that has declared April bike month and will be organizing several rides - no excuses not to start building those bike legs!
Monday, March 22, 2010
Beer & Wine
First off the beer news, tickets are now on sale for the St. Paul Beer Fest at Midway Stadium. This is in June - it does sell out. Not to be confused with the Autumn Brew Review in Mpls.
In honor of MN beer talk all you novelty seekers take note of Grain Belt's newest offering coming in April:
On Wednesday, April 7th at 8:00am, the first cases of Nordeast will be delivered to Surdyk’s Liquor store in Nordeast Minneapolis and will be available in 6 Packs, 12 Packs, and on draft. It will be available that day at every bar and liquor store in Nordeast Minneapolis only, and released everywhere else the following day.
There are plenty of upcoming beer dinners this Spring, I'll be shifting through them and posting some of note.
On to Wine!
Local music fans check out this opportunity tomorrow night. Anyone interested in the upcoming Rogue Valley project should like this - King's Wine Bar is hosting a listening party for the new Rogue Valley album, Crater Lake at 9pm Tuesday the 23rd. According to Mr. Chris Koza "They'll be spinning the record in its entirety, and the band and I will be behind the bar, pouring wine and trying not to make fools of ourselves..." If you are interested in this project check out their FB event page, forward the event on to a friend and get a free download http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=367769004758&ref=ts
Beer, Wine and bedtime for this social butterfly .....
In honor of MN beer talk all you novelty seekers take note of Grain Belt's newest offering coming in April:
On Wednesday, April 7th at 8:00am, the first cases of Nordeast will be delivered to Surdyk’s Liquor store in Nordeast Minneapolis and will be available in 6 Packs, 12 Packs, and on draft. It will be available that day at every bar and liquor store in Nordeast Minneapolis only, and released everywhere else the following day.
There are plenty of upcoming beer dinners this Spring, I'll be shifting through them and posting some of note.
On to Wine!
Local music fans check out this opportunity tomorrow night. Anyone interested in the upcoming Rogue Valley project should like this - King's Wine Bar is hosting a listening party for the new Rogue Valley album, Crater Lake at 9pm Tuesday the 23rd. According to Mr. Chris Koza "They'll be spinning the record in its entirety, and the band and I will be behind the bar, pouring wine and trying not to make fools of ourselves..." If you are interested in this project check out their FB event page, forward the event on to a friend and get a free download http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=367769004758&ref=ts
Beer, Wine and bedtime for this social butterfly .....
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Want to dip your toes in the Classical wading pool? How about 2 tix for $10
The Minnesota Orchestra is hosting their Classical season preview concert in April. It is a great way to sample the various shows that will be in the upcoming season. It is designed to introduce people both to the season and classical music. The preview concerts have a more laid back crowd (and usually a more laid back dress code - but you still won't catch me going to the orchestra in jeans).
If you have been thinking about catching a concert this is a great way to do it. Think of all the great name dropping you'll have at work the next day ... Mozart, Brahms - oh and that crazy Rachmaninoff.
Seriously, check it out.
2010-11 Classical Season Preview Concert
THU APR 8, 2010 7:30PM
2 Tickets for $10!
Promo Code: PREVIEW
If you have been thinking about catching a concert this is a great way to do it. Think of all the great name dropping you'll have at work the next day ... Mozart, Brahms - oh and that crazy Rachmaninoff.
Seriously, check it out.
2010-11 Classical Season Preview Concert
THU APR 8, 2010 7:30PM
2 Tickets for $10!
Promo Code: PREVIEW
| ENESCU | Romanian Rhapsody No. 1 | |
| RACHMANINOFF | Adagio, from Symphony No. 2 | |
| MOZART | Allegro vivace, from Symphony No. 41, Jupiter | |
| MOZART | Overture to The Magic Flute | |
| RIMSKY-KORSAKOV | The Story of the Kalendar Prince, from Scheherazade | |
| BRAHMS | Allegro con spirito, from Symphony No. 2 |
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Planning on camping a bunch this summer? Do it on the cheap (volunteer!)
Hey you campers! If you are planning to spend ... oh say .... 4 weeks in the great out of doors this year, the MN DNR has a program for camp hosts to assist at state camp sites.
I don't have that kind of vacation, but maybe you know someone who does: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/volunteering/stateparks/campgroundhost.html
I don't have that kind of vacation, but maybe you know someone who does: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/volunteering/stateparks/campgroundhost.html
Alfred Hitchcock: Across the Decades in April!
So excited to read about this series at Riverview and Trylon, I know I'll be making several of these movies (The Trouble with Harry is an absolute favorite). Advance tickets are on sale now; I'm sure we can bet on which movies will be hard to get a seat for.
DETAILS: All shows at the Riverview play on Monday nights at 7:30pm. Admission is $8 or $25 for a 5 film pass (up to two uses per screening, passes my not be used for advance tickets).
Finally something good to look forward to while Summer meanders onto the scene.
Apr 5 - Psycho (1960)
“Mother’s not quite herself today.” After trysting with married lover John Gavin, Janet Leigh embezzles 40 grand and heads South of the Border, but stops for a rest at taxidermy buff Anthony Perkins’ Bates Motel, where guests check in, but... Hitchcock’s legendary blackly comic shocker vaulted its title into the non-Freudian mainstream and turned comfy shower stalls into places of terror — aided by Bernard Herrmann’s shrieking all-strings score.
Apr 12 - Notorious (1946)
Reluctant spy Ingrid Bergman complains “He wants to marry me” to lover/FBI contact Cary Grant, after Nazi fellow traveler Claude Rains falls a little too hard for her undercover activities. Painful sexual politics underscore the high tension set pieces of suspense.
Apr 19 - Marnie (1964)
What’s wealthy publisher Sean Connery to do when he finds employee Tippi Hedren is a compulsive klepto? Why, marry her, of course. But the real surprises start on the wedding night.
Apr 26 - Lifeboat (1944)
Grand Hotel in miniature, as after a sinking at sea, spoiled journalist Tallulah Bankhead, left-wing seaman John Hodiak, right-wing mogul Henry Hull, et al. — plus mysterious Walter Slezak — find themselves in the title conveyance, with Hitchcock’s camera never moving outside the boat. From an original script by John Steinbeck, with the director’s most challenging cameo.
May 3 - The Birds (1963)
“The Birds is Coming!” Bratty playgirl Tippi Hedren, after exchanging barbs with lawyer Rod Taylor in a Frisco pet shop, follows him to Bodega Bay, with a gift of — ulp! — lovebirds... and then nature turns. Hitchcock’s tour de force of terror from the mundane includes a barrage of optical tricks and a completely music-less track of electronic sounds supervised by Bernard Herrmann.
Watch the rest of this series at the Trylon microcinema (3258 Minnehaha Ave S) on Friday and Saturday nights:
Shadow of a Doubt(April 2nd & 3rd), The Lady Vanishes(April 9th & 10th), Mr and Mrs Smith(April 16th & 17th), The 39 Steps(April 23rd & 24th), and The Trouble With Harry(April 30th & May 1st).
More information and advance tickets can be found at take-up.org 
DETAILS: All shows at the Riverview play on Monday nights at 7:30pm. Admission is $8 or $25 for a 5 film pass (up to two uses per screening, passes my not be used for advance tickets).
Finally something good to look forward to while Summer meanders onto the scene.
Apr 5 - Psycho (1960)
“Mother’s not quite herself today.” After trysting with married lover John Gavin, Janet Leigh embezzles 40 grand and heads South of the Border, but stops for a rest at taxidermy buff Anthony Perkins’ Bates Motel, where guests check in, but... Hitchcock’s legendary blackly comic shocker vaulted its title into the non-Freudian mainstream and turned comfy shower stalls into places of terror — aided by Bernard Herrmann’s shrieking all-strings score.
Apr 12 - Notorious (1946)
Reluctant spy Ingrid Bergman complains “He wants to marry me” to lover/FBI contact Cary Grant, after Nazi fellow traveler Claude Rains falls a little too hard for her undercover activities. Painful sexual politics underscore the high tension set pieces of suspense.
Apr 19 - Marnie (1964)
What’s wealthy publisher Sean Connery to do when he finds employee Tippi Hedren is a compulsive klepto? Why, marry her, of course. But the real surprises start on the wedding night.
Apr 26 - Lifeboat (1944)
Grand Hotel in miniature, as after a sinking at sea, spoiled journalist Tallulah Bankhead, left-wing seaman John Hodiak, right-wing mogul Henry Hull, et al. — plus mysterious Walter Slezak — find themselves in the title conveyance, with Hitchcock’s camera never moving outside the boat. From an original script by John Steinbeck, with the director’s most challenging cameo.
May 3 - The Birds (1963)
“The Birds is Coming!” Bratty playgirl Tippi Hedren, after exchanging barbs with lawyer Rod Taylor in a Frisco pet shop, follows him to Bodega Bay, with a gift of — ulp! — lovebirds... and then nature turns. Hitchcock’s tour de force of terror from the mundane includes a barrage of optical tricks and a completely music-less track of electronic sounds supervised by Bernard Herrmann.
Watch the rest of this series at the Trylon microcinema (3258 Minnehaha Ave S) on Friday and Saturday nights:
Shadow of a Doubt(April 2nd & 3rd), The Lady Vanishes(April 9th & 10th), Mr and Mrs Smith(April 16th & 17th), The 39 Steps(April 23rd & 24th), and The Trouble With Harry(April 30th & May 1st).
More information and advance tickets can be found at take-up.org
Alfred Hitchcock: Across the Decades
Sunday, March 14, 2010
2010 - the year of the Sold Out show?
Whatever the reason is, shows have been selling out lately (Spoon, Mumford and Sons, The XX). If you are on the fence about picking up tickets, Social Secretary says err on the side of caution and buy the tickets. Maybe things will return to normal this summer.
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