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Mill City Commons is a vibrant group of individuals aged 55 and above who share a passion for connection, learning, having fun, and seeking new experiences. We are engaged in the world around us and believe friendships and a sense of belonging are important. Read on to learn about the variety of opportunities for members to gather and friendships to grow. We encourage you to join us!
(612) 455-3329, 1201 W River Pkwy, Ste 217C, Minneapolis, MN 55454
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Dining Around the World: Flamin' Thai
Wednesday, January 31, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Flamin' Thai, 16 University Ave NE
Join us as we embark on a once-a-month culinary experience at different ethnic restaurants around the city. This month, get ready for a culinary journey through the flavors of Thailand here we will enjoy a Dutch-treat dinner at the Flamin' Thai.
This event is limited to 12 people. Registration closes at Noon on Monday, January 29.
MCC members sign up here.
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Morning Mixer
Saturdays, February 3 & 10, 9:15 - 10:30 am
Elsie's Restaurant, 729 Marshall St NE
Get to know other MCC members at a casual Saturday morning breakfast mixer outside on Elsie’s Restaurant's patio. Hot coffee awaits you when you arrive on foot or by bike or by car - order a full breakfast or simply a beverage. Open seating at tables set for 4 or 5 - great for conversation with friends, old and new. To help the restaurant prepare, please register.
NOTE: Elsie’s has a secluded indoor space available in the main dining room. This event is limited to 35 to accommodate Elsie's staff.
MCC members sign up here for February 3 and here for February 10; guests email MCC.
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Joyfully Dancing 55+
Monday, February 5, 9:30 - 10:30 am
Tapestry Folkdance Center, 3748 Minnehaha Ave
Are you looking for a new activity to try out? Tapestry Folkdance offers a gentle movement class called “Joyfully Dancing 55+.”
The class is described as “a dance experience that celebrates many genres of dance and music: American, swing, popular, and international, to name a few.” Dances are taught/reviewed every session. As the name suggests, participants feel a lot of joy (and get some exercise too) while dancing together! No partner is needed, and all levels of ability are welcome.
Joyfully Dancing 55+ is taught at Tapestry Folkdance, 3748 Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis, and it meets Mondays from 9:30 - 10:30 AM. Cost is $5, payable to the instructor. Participants are asked to bring a pair of inside shoes (in order to keep grit, salt and water off the dance floor). Dancing with just socks is also OK.
If you’d like to carpool, please be at the ARC parking lot ready to leave at 9:10 AM.
MCC members sign up here.
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Skyway Walkers
Tuesday, February 6, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Meet at Churchill Apartments lobby, 111 Marquette Ave S
Get some exercise and explore Minneapolis’ skyway system. Member David Evelo will lead the walk, with the goals of having fun, exercising and showing participants how they can reach different destinations using the skyway system. Meet in the lobby of the Churchill Apartments, 111 Marquette Ave. S., where we can access the skyway system. Those who are interested can stop for an optional lunch at the end of the walk. Limit: 12 participants.
MCC members sign up here.
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Virtual via Zoom: Technology Helpdesk
Tuesday, February 6, 12:30 - 2:00 pm
Schedule time with a tech support guru and have your nagging technology questions answered during our complimentary Help Desk. This is a virtual help desk and will take place on Zoom. Support for both Apple products and PCs is available. After you register, MCC will confirm the time of your 20-minute one-on-one session. Reminder: Installing or upgrading software and creating accounts cannot be included in the Help Desk session, as they exceed the allotted appointment time.
The zoom link will be provided in your confirmation email.
Registration is closed. Click here to add yourself to the waitlist should there be a cancellation.
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Virtual via Zoom: Rendezvous Readers' Book Chat
Wednesday, February 7, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us to discuss this month's book, "Under the Tamarind Tree," by Niger Alam. You are welcome to join us in conversation whether or not you've read the book.
If you'd like to read ahead, March's book is "Tom Lake," by Ann Patchett.
Have a book suggestion for the Book Chat? Email Marsha Blumenthal.
We will be meeting on Zoom for January, February and March.
No registration required. Click here for the Zoom link.
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Nonviolence and Safety: The Work of the Nonviolent Peaceforce
Wednesday, February 7, 3:00 - 4:30 pm
MCC office, 1201 W River Pkwy, 2nd floor
On a global, national, and even local level, intense conflict is all around us.
For over 20 years, the Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP) has been invited by communities around the world to help them create safety through a collective community-driven response. In the last year alone, NP began work in Sudan and Ukraine.
On a local level, NP’s safety work has included training school safety specialists in Minneapolis Public Schools. Through a US Department of Justice federal grant, NP is now collaborating with North Minneapolis organizations interested in the community’s desire to reduce the level of violence.
Anna Zaros, Development Director @ NP, will share her global insights about creating safety; and Will Wallace, Director of Community Peacebuilding, and a 25+ year veteran working with youth in North Minneapolis, will discuss the work NP is doing locally to create safety both at an individual and at a community level.
MCC members sign up here.
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Men's Coffee and Conversation
Thursday, February 8, 8:00 - 9:00 am
Elsie's Restaurant, 729 Marshall St NE
It's caffeine and camaraderie for members of MCC and guests! This group meets every other Thursday and is hosted by various members who get the conversation going.
This week's conversation host is Peter Lefferts.
MCC members sign up here.
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Thursday Movie Night & Dinner
Thursday, February 8, 4:00 - 8:00 pm
MSP Film at the Main, 115 Main St SE; Dinner at Jefe Urban Cocina, 219 Main St SE
Winter blahs getting you down? Let's beat those blahs by seeing a good movie! Afterward, you and fellow MCC members enjoy good food and lively conversation at a Dutch-treat dinner!
Members are welcome to join us for the movie, dinner, or both.
The movie we will be seeing will be announced soon.
We will meet at MSP Film @ the Main for the movie, followed by a Dutch treat dinner at Jefe Urban Cocina to discuss the movie. If you've already seen the movie, but would like to meet us at the restaurant at 6:00 pm, please let us know by answering the question that will pop up.
MCC members sign up here.
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Sunday Brunch Soiree
Sunday, February 11, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Home of Sam and Sylvia Kaplan, 510 River St
Join your friends and neighbors for this Sunday Soiree Brunch, hosted by Sylvia and Sam Kaplan. Please contribute to the potluck by bringing brunch fare, such as a salad, sausage, bacon or a breakfast bread, to serve at least 8. A main egg dish will be provided. As you register, let us know what you’ll be bringing by answering the “Question” that will appear on the screen. Please be as specific as you can. You are welcome to bring your own wine or beer to share.
On-street parking is available. Carpooling recommended.
MCC members sign up here.
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Virtual via Zoom: Current Events: A Conversation with Bill
Tuesday, February 13, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Current international news and U.S. foreign policy provide an endless trove of topics for learning and discussion. Retired foreign service officer and MCC member Bill Davnie will identify a topic in advance, although news can always lead us in a fresh direction. There will be both presentation and discussion. This month's topic will be announced soon.
This ongoing program is held each month. Topic ideas for each monthly gathering are welcome.
MCC members sign up here.
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Dutch Treat Social Hour
Tuesdays, Jefe Urban Cocina, 4:30-5:30 pm
Drop in for an afternoon coffee or drink and a casual chat. Note: Contact the MCC office if you plan to attend for the first time.
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Wednesday Morning Coffee
Wednesdays,
9:00-10:00 am
Drop in and join your friends and neighbors for a morning chat at C.R.E.A.M Cafe.
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Men's Dutch Lunch
Elsie's Restaurant,
11:30 am-12:30 pm
This casual gathering alternates weeks with Men's Coffee and Conversation. Register here.
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Play Readers
Specific Tuesdays and Wednesdays
6:30-9:30 pm
Our 2023-24 season of six readings runs September-May. If you'd like to join the Play Readers or be added to the sub list, please email Mary Texidor.
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SBS (Strength, Balance, Stretch)
Wednesdays,
12:00-12:45 pm
An exclusive opportunity for members, this class focuses on keeping you fit and strong. First time participants, please contact G-Werx at (612) 767-4415. Cost varies depending on commitment.
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MCC Community Care Resources | |
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MCC Caregivers' Support Group
2nd and 4th Wednesdays,
January - April, 10:30-12:00 pm
A way to support members and non-members who are in a caregiving role. Contact the MCC office to learn more about future openings in the group.
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Member-to-Member Volunteering
If you want to support other members, you can sign up to become a volunteer driver or member-to-member volunteer.
If you are in need of volunteer services, let us know. Mary Texidor can help arrange a ride, meals, grocery shopping, visits and more.
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Medical Equipment Loan Program
If you have a medical need, we may have the equipment you are looking for. Consider contacting the office before you buy or rent a piece of equipment. We have a shower chair, raised toilet seat, cane, bed assist rail, wheelchair, grabber and walker available.
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First Stop Guide
MCC's First Stop Guide has invaluable member-recommended service providers. If you're looking for a dentist, tech support, a personal trainer, healthcare provider or more, you can find it here.
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News From and For Members | |
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MCC member Sonia Cairns invites members to attend the Youth Justice Symposium on February 1 from 9:00 am-5:00 pm, at Open Book, 1011 Washington Ave S. Join federal, state, and local policymakers for a day of learning and discussion focused on youth justice outcomes and community safety. Speakers include Mary Moriarty, Hennepin County Attorney, and Liz Ryan, Administrator of the Federal Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. Click here to register.
MCC member Peggy Lucas shares that the Mill City Museum has been nominated as the Best History Museum by USA Today (view the article here). Vote today - and every day until February 12 - by clicking here for our neighborhood gem of a museum!
MCC member Peggy Reinhardt shares that this PBS NewsHour program on friendships for men was mentioned at MCC's program "Friendships as We Age" and may be of interest to members whether they attended the program or not.
A message from MnDOT: The Stone Arch Bridge reconstruction project is scheduled for April 2024-October 2025. During construction, pedestrians and bicyclists will not be able to cross the full length of the bridge. Crews will close half of the bridge at a time during construction, allowing people to walk or bike to the middle of the bridge and turn around at the closure. Here is a link to the project website where you can learn more about the upcoming project and sign up for email updates. More information will be posted as it becomes available. There will likely be a snooper truck out for 3-4 weeks to do some pre-work, which may have started last week. MnDOT will cone-off the area around the truck but the bridge will remain accessible to pedestrians and bicyclists during this work.
Upcoming MCC meetings:
- Membership Committee, February 8
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Westminster Town Hall Forum
February 1, 6:00 pm, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1200 Marquette Ave
Michele Norris's brand new book is, Our Hidden Conversations: What Americans Really Think about Race and Identity. The book is the culmination of 14 years of gathering 6-word stories from people all over the country of their feelings on race. A cast of community members will read stories from the book. Readers include Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan, Heidi Adelsman, Roxane Battle, Sheletta Brundidge, Bill Kiffmeyer, Patricia Lopez, Kerri Miller, R.T. Rybak, Jasmine Brett Stringer, Laysha Ward, Tom Weber, Lizz Winstead, Jai Winston and Boua Xiong. Following this dramatic reading, Ms. Norris will sit down for an in-depth conversation and audience Q&A. Doors open at 5 pm; music begins at 5:30 and the program starts at 6:00 pm. For more information, click here.
Art Bites Tour: Thinking with Flowers
February 10, 1:00-1:30 pm, Weisman Art Museum, 333 E River Rd
This free public tour is given and developed around the theme of "Thinking with Flowers" by Bevan Breaux. On this tour participants will examine the history of flowers in art, how they are represented and how we interact with flowers in our daily lives. This tour is dialogue and activity-based, meaning visitors will speak as much or more than facilitators. Be ready to participate. For more information, click here.
C.L.U.E.
February 15-March 10, Southern Theater, 1420 Washington Ave S
Welcome to the Boddie Mansion, where murder and blackmail are on the menu for this evening's dinner party. Was it the butler...in the bedroom...with the knife? Or perhaps the maid...in the parlor…with the candlestick holder? Get ready as Collide brings its unique blend of dance theater to a murder mystery inspired by the classic board game. Only this time...YOU (the audience) get to choose the ending! Who will it be? Where? With what weapon? The verdict is in your hands. For information and tickets, click here.
Mill City Times is a local 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, volunteer opportunities and more.
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