August 2010
1-31
Como
Ordway
Memorial
Japanese
Garden
May 1 - September 30
Como
Park
Zoo and Conservatory
1225 Estabrook Drive
Saint Paul
,
MN
55103
24-hour Information:
651-487-8200
Customer Service: 651-487-8201
The
Como
Ordway
Memorial
Japanese
Garden
is a living symbol of the peace
and friendship that exists between
Saint Paul
and its sister city
Nagasaki
,
Japan
. A
renowned landscape designer in
Nagasaki
, Masami
Matsuda, created the garden according to time honored Japanese design
principles using plants and trees that are hardy in
Minnesota
. Infused with true Japanese
design, the garden is meant to delight your senses.
http://www.comozooconservatory.org/como_park/events.shtml
2
Folk Arts of
Latin America
Mondays, Aug. 2, 4 – 5 p.m.
Augsburg
Park
Library
7100 Nicollet Ave.
Richfield
,
MN
55423
Phone: 952-847-5300
For kids entering grade 2 and up.
Para
niños de 2do. grado en adelante. ¡Escandalosas máscaras de vejigantes de Puerto
Rico, juguetes hechos a mano de México y hermosos barriletes (cometas) de
Guatemala
! En
este curso de seis sesiones aprenderemos sobre una artesanía diferente cada
semana a partir de las ricas tradiciones
del
arte folclórico que se viven en América Latina hoy en día. Cada sesión es
independiente e incluye una actividad práctica para llevar a casa. Se proveerán
los materiales.
Este programa es patrocinado en parte con dinero impartido
por decisión de la gente de Minnesota, al votar el 4 de noviembre de 2008, para
proporcionar fondos para preservar la herencia cultural y artística en
Minnesota.
Outrageous vejigante masks from Puerto Rico, hand-made toys
from
Mexico
, and beautiful
barriletes (kites) from
Guatemala
!
In this six-session course, we’ll learn about a different craft each week from
the rich traditions of folk art that live in
Latin America
today. Each session includes a hands-on, make-it-and-take-it activity.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=21&mo=6&ye=2010
2-4
11th Annual Native American
Program Sharing Conference - "Speaking to the Seventh Generation: Keeping
Your Spirit Strong"
August 2-4
Fond du Lac
Tribal & Community College
2101 14th Street
Cloquet
,
MN
55720
Event audience:
Service providers working in the ATOD prevention field with Native American
families
Registration
deadline: July 16
Description: This
conference has been designed to provide both adult and youth participants an
opportunity to network and learn about substance abuse prevention. The
conference begins the evening of Monday, August 2. Keynote speakers, breakout
sessions, talking circles, and speaker panels continue on Tuesday, August 3 and
Wednesday, August 4. NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION.
Contact:
Jo
Lightfeather
612-728-2031
jlightfeather@miwrc.org
For more information: Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center
http://www.health.state.mn.us/ommh/calendar/events.html
2, 9, 16, 23, 30
World Language Storytime: Somali
Mondays, June 7–Aug. 30, 7–8 p.m.
Eden Prairie
Library
565 Prairie Center Dr
.
Eden Prairie
,
MN
55344
Phone: 952-847-5375
La wadaag bugagga, sheekoyinka, jaan-gooyada maansada iyo
muusikada Soomaalida.
Waxaa lagu maalgaliyey deeq ay Comcast Foundation siisay
Library Foundation of
Hennepin
County
.
For children age 2 and up. Experience the world in other
languages.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=7&mo=6&ye=2010
3
National Night Out:
Performance by The Wind Band of East Helsinki Music Institute
Tuesday, August 3 —
5–8 p.m.
The American Swedish
Institute
2600 Park Avenue
Minneapolis
,
MN
55407
Phone:
612-871-4907
Email us: info@americanswedishinst.org
Every year, the
American Swedish Institute helps host the West Phillips National Night Out. On
Tuesday, August 3 from 5 to 8 p.m., the neighborhood will celebrate on 27th
Street between
Portland Avenue
and
Chicago Avenue
.
In conjunction with this year’s free outdoor event, ASI is bringing The Wind
Band of East Helsinki Music Institute to
Park Avenue
.
Students from the
East Helsinki Music Institute ranging from very young to young adults will be
under the direction of Helena Sinisalo, prominent music teacher, writer and
performer in
Finland
.
The Wind Band of East Helsinki has performed at band events in
St. Petersburg
and
Paris
,
as well as for the president of
Finland
.
Come welcome them at this Twin Cities stop on their first trip to
North America
.
Beginning at about 5
p.m., they will entertain with Finnish tunes made for the outdoors.
http://www.americanswedishinst.org/ASI/Events.html
3
Anime Club
Tuesday, Aug. 3, 6–9 p.m.
Ridgedale Library
12601 Ridgedale Dr
.
Minnetonka
,
MN
55305
Phone: 952-847-8800
Who says anime is just for kids and teens? Join fellow otaku
to watch anime episodes, share artwork, and talk about your favorite anime and
manga.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=6&mo=7&ye=2010
3, 10, 17, 24, 31
World Language Storytime: Spanish
Tuesdays, June 8–Aug. 31, 6 p.m.
Hosmer Library
347 E. 36th St.
Minneapolis
MN
55408
(612) 630-6950
Para
niños de 2
años en adelante. Comparta y disfrute con sus niños libros, cuentos, rimas y
música en español.
Financiamiento proveído por una subvención de Comcast
Foundation para Library Foundation of
Hennepin
County
.
For children age 2 and up. Share books, stories, rhymes and
music in Spanish.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=8&mo=6&ye=2010
3, 10, 17, 24, 31
World Language Storytime: Spanish
Tuesdays, June 1–Aug. 31, 6 p.m.
East
Lake
Library
2727 E Lake St
Minneapolis
,
MN
55406
(612) 630-6550
Para
niños de 2
años en adelante. Comparta y disfrute con sus niños libros, cuentos, rimas y
música en español.
Financiamiento proveído por una subvención de Comcast Foundation
para Library Foundation of
Hennepin
County
.
For children age 2 and up. Share books, stories, rhymes and
music in Spanish.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=1&mo=6&ye=2010
3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Hmong Youth Circle
Tuesdays, June 1–Aug. 31, 4–6 p.m.
North Regional
315 Lowry Ave. N.
Minneapolis
MN
55411
(612) 630-6600
For teens entering grade 7 and up. Nyeem ntawv, saib yeej
yab duab, ua hlua hlaw, thiab ntxiv ob peb yam tsis tau ceebtoom! Zoo siab tos
txais txhua tus tub ntxhais hluas tuaj koom; feem ntau yuav tham ua lus Hmoob.
Xav paub ntxiv, hu rau Cha ntawm 952.847.8845.
Txhawb nqa los ntawm pob nyiaj pub rau Library Foundation of
Hennepin
County
uas yog muab los ntawm Comcast
Foundation.
Read novels, watch movies, bead jewelry, plus a few
surprises! All teens are welcome; most conversation will be in Hmong. For more
information, call Cha at 952.847.8845.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=1&mo=6&ye=2010
3, 10, 17, 24, 31
World Language Storytime: Spanish
Tuesdays, June 1–Aug. 31, 6:30 p.m.
Pierre Bottineau
55 Broadway St
NE
Minneapolis
MN
55413
(612) 630-6890
Para
niños de 2
años en adelante. Comparta y disfrute con sus niños libros, cuentos, rimas y
música en español.
proveído por una subvención de Comcast Foundation para
Library Foundation of
Hennepin
County
.
For children age 2 and up. Share books, stories, rhymes and
music in Spanish.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=1&mo=6&ye=2010
3, 10, 17, 24, 31
9 Nights of Music:
International Reggae All-Stars
Enjoy "9 Nights of
Music" every Tuesday in July and August. The popular series, now in its
14th year, presents the rich and vibrant rhythms and sounds of
Minnesota
’s multicultural community in free outdoor
performances at the
Minnesota
History
Center
.
Tapestry
Folkdance
Center
co-sponsors dance instruction. Bring a lawn chair and pack a picnic or purchase
food from the Café Minnesota terrace grill. Come early and take advantage of
free admission to the museum galleries, special extended evening events and the
Museum Stores open until 8 pm. There is a nominal fee for parking. In case of
rain, performances will move inside to the
History
Center
's
3M Auditorium.
The series kicks off with the ska/reggae sounds of the International
Reggae All-Stars, with band members hailing from
Venezuela
,
Trinidad
,
Ghana
,
and featuring
Kingston
,
Jamaica
, native Lynval "Golden Voice"
Jackson.
Support for 9 Nights of Music is provided by Minnesota Public Radio,
Pioneer Press and
Tapestry
Folkdance
Center
.
For more information visit http://www.mnhs.org/9nights.
http://minnesotahistorycenter.org/events-programs/upcoming-events-programs
4
Intro to
Finland
: Clean
Lines, Wild Designs
Wednesday, August 4
― 7 p.m.
The American Swedish
Institute
2600 Park Avenue
Minneapolis
,
MN
55407
Phone:
612-871-4907
Email us: info@americanswedishinst.org
Ben Horn and Susan
Harstad continue our “Intro to
Finland
”
series with their presentation
“Clean Lines, Wild
Designs,” on Wednesday, August 4 at 7 p.m. These guest speakers will teach us
about Finnish design and designers through images and discussion. Design in
Finland
celebrates clean-lined functionality and colorfully expressive artistry.
Iittala (founded in 1881) and Marimekko (founded in 1951) are two of the most
beloved Finnish design companies which embody these principles. Both
Iittala and Marimekko have provided the world with innovative, beautiful objects
for everyday life. The simple sleekness of Iittala glassware and dishware pairs
beautifully with the bold outlines, daring colors and innovative forms
of Marimekko fabric prints and household items. Ben Horn
was first introduced to
Finland
as a high school exchange student in the 1970s. In 2000, he started selling
modern Finnish design online, and in 2002 at FinnStyle in downtown
Minneapolis
. His company,
Our World Shops, Inc., now includes six websites and is one of the largest
importers of Finnish design in the
U.S.
Susan
Harstad has a B.A. in Art History from
Gustavus
Adolphus
College
,
a B.S. in Art Education from Minnesota State University-Mankato and
an M.A. in Art History from the
University
of
St. Thomas
. She
has traveled to
Finland
four
times and
Sweden
twice. Harstad's strong interest in Finnish art and design stems from
her 20 summers of work at Salolampi, the Finnish village of Concordia
Language Villages, her graduate studies focusing on Nordic art, and from
working at FinnStyle.
The “Intro to
Finland
” series
is free for ASI members, and included with museum admission for nonmembers.
Part three of this series will be held on Wednesday, September 22. Visit the
ASI Kaffestuga (coffee shop) before this presentation for a summer dinner,
treats, or coffee!
http://www.americanswedishinst.org/ASI/Events.html
4
Daring Dragons!
Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2–4 p.m.
Hopkins
Library
22 11th Ave. N.
Hopkins
Phone: 952.847.5500
Registration required, begins Jul 1. Register online or call
952.847.5500.
For kids entering grade 2 and up. Make a dragon mask
inspired by traditional Chinese celebrations - with lots of bling! You’ll also
make a simple dragon rod puppet. Take them home and be the life of the
party!
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=4&mo=8&ye=2010
5
Building Dreams
Aug 5 - 4:30 - 5:30
p.m.
Crane Ordway
Community Room
281 E. 5th St.
,
St. Paul
Or, register with
Jenny Johnson at
612-341-3148, ext.
237 or jjohnson@aeonmn.org
Join us for a
one-hour informational session to learn how Aeon builds homes and connects
people to the greater community!
Hear about the need
for affordable housing in the Twin Cities and see how Aeon provides
high-quality, affordable homes for families and individuals.
Sessions are
limited in size so you have an opportunity to talk with Aeon's leadership.
This is a free, one-hour informational session –not a fundraising event. Feel
free to bring a friend!
http://www.aeonmn.org/bd.aspx
5, 8, 10, 12, 14
Giants in
Japan
Thursday 8/5 5:30 p.m., Sunday 8/8 2:30 p.m.,
Tuesday 8/10 8:30 p.m.,
Thursday 8/12 10:00 p.m., Saturday 8/14 10:00 p.m.
Gremlin Theatre
2400 University Av W,
Saint Paul
Japanese business
meets
Minnesota
nice. A one man show written/performed by William Schaffhausen. Traveling in
the mid 1990's for a local fortune 500 company, William learns about Japanese
cultural from his venerable business counter-part. Together, with help from
business colleagues and a heavy dose of corporate folly, the two develop a
relationship of teacher and student. Neither recognizes who is the teacher and
who is the student. Experiencing multiply cultural differences, our dynamic due
wade through the balance of business in a foreign country while salting the
waves of business etiquette and face saving blunders. A storytelling, comedic
genre, with original song and choreographed dance, William brings his extensive
stories working in Asia-Pacific as a contracts negotiator for multi-national
companies. His travels have taken him to remote locations in
Mexico
, and Asia, east and west
Europe
and beyond. With an eye for the unusual and a keen
interest in storytelling, William has parlayed many of his experiences in the
form of letters to home (which he wrote to himself on planes). A show made for
anyone who has ever asked the question, “What the heck is my company thinking,
and how am I going to implement these decisions?” This show is a lighthearted,
warm look at relations among business colleagues in uncomfortable situations,
and cultural enlightenment for a fresh faced twenty-something businessman. If
you have ever worked for a company, this is your show!
http://www.fringefestival.org/2010/show/?id=1216
5, 7, 9, 12, 15
Aniga Adiga- Fringe Festival
Thursday 8/5 5:30 p.m., Saturday 8/7 1:00 p.m., Monday 8/9 7:00 p.m.,
Thursday 8/12 7:00 p.m., Sunday 8/15 2:30 p.m.
Mixed Blood Theatre
1501 S 4th St
Aniga eya adiga means
"me and you" in Somali. This show is a fun and insightful reflection
on being African, American and Minnesotan. Created and performed by Bedlam's
Cedar
Riverside
Art
Zone
for Youth.
http://fringefestival.org/2010/show/?id=1279
6, 20
Somali Play and Learn
Friday, Aug. 6, 10:30 a.m.
Friday, Aug. 20, 10:30 a.m.
Franklin Library
1314
East Franklin
Ave
Minneapolis
MN
55404
(612) 630-6800
Dhammaan caruurta ka yar da' dugsi. Ka soo qaybgal
sheekooyin caruur, heeso iyo hawlo waxbarasho.
Soo bandhigidda barnaamijkan waxaa lala kaashaday Resources
for Child Caring.
Join us for stories, songs and activities!
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=4&mo=6&ye=2010
6, 8, 11, 13, 14
Mu Performing Arts- Taiko BAM!- Fringe Festival
Friday 8/6 7:00 p.m.,
Sunday 8/8 8:30 p.m., Wednesday 8/11 7:00 p.m.
Friday 8/13 4:00
p.m., Saturday 8/14 2:30 p.m.
Mixed Blood Theatre
1501 S 4th St
Five friends from
three different countries come together for some
serious fun,
rhythm and melody. Infusing talents of the very Becoming
local
Mu Daiko favorites, our good natured northern neighbors Fubuki
Daiko
(
Winnipeg
) and the recovering Taiko Fury
formerly of Shidara
(
Japan
),
this new mix of drumming, choreography and music should not
be
missed!
http://www.fringefestival.org/2010/show/?id=1186
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August 2010 Homestretch
Workshop
Saturday, 08/7/2010 - 9:00am
- 5:30pm
African Development Center
1931 South 5th Street
Minneapolis
,
MN
55454
612-333-4772
Your American Dream
can become a reality, no matter where in
Minnesota
you live. ADC is your guide to financial success: offering training that helps
you understand how to establish a strong financial base; counseling that
enables you to prepare for home ownership and to start or expand a business;
and financing that suits your cultural needs.
Buying a home may be
the greatest investment you will ever make. As a nonprofit community advocate,
ADC is here to enable you to make educated, confident financial choices. ADC
offers services focused on the African immigrant and refugee community in
Minnesota
. But our very
successful first-time homebuyer workshops are open to everyone!
http://www.adcminnesota.org/service-center/buy-a-home
7
Home Stretch Workshop - One-Day Workshop
One-Day Workshop
August 7 - Saturday
8:00 A.M.
to 5:00 P.M.
St. Louis
Park
Start your
homeownership process by attending the Home Stretch Home Buyer Workshop. In this
series of four classes incorporates multiple aspects of homeownership from the
evaluation of the household’s financial situation to the legal rights of owning
a home. During the workshops clients hear from experts in real estate, lending
and home inspections. In these sessions, potential homeowners may also receive
a credit report and learn how that might affect the mortgage application
process.
The workshops explore
the following issues:
·
Is homeownership an option?
·
Cost of renting versus cost of owning
·
Loan qualifications
·
Is debt a factor?
·
Money needed for closing costs
·
Overcoming credit debt, income or savings
barriers
·
Mortgage application process
·
How to shop for a home
·
Home inspections
·
Documents involved in closing
After you have
completed the Home Stretch Classes you’ll have the ability to meet with one of
our counselors one-on-one to address your individual housing needs and to
create a realistic plan for owning a home.
These workshops meet
or exceed the standards of FHA, Fannie Mae, HUD, Freddie Mac and the Minnesota
Housing Finance Agency. The cost for all four classes is $20 per person and you
must pre-register by calling CAPSH at (952) 933-9639 x281 or by downloading and
completing the links below. We also provide a one-day eight hour class that is
$50 and includes lunch.
Please ensure that
you will have childcare for each of the sessions before registering for a
particular workshop. At CAPSH, we love kids but we are unable to accommodate
them in our Homestretch Workshops. If you are unable to arrange for child care,
you will need to reschedule for another workshop.
http://www.capsh.org/homestretch.htm
7
HomeStretch Workshops - English
Saturday, August 7,
2010
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Our eight-hour HomeStretch
Class is one of the best ways to get the knowledge you need to purchase a home
without getting ripped off. Our class
will give you the confidence to make the right decision when it comes to one of
the biggest purchases of your life. Classes are offered in Spanish, Hmong and English at least three times a
month. With the certificate of
completion, you will be given discounts on your mortgage insurance and access
to some of the best first time home buyer loan programs in the state! Click here to learn more about our
HomeStretch Workshops or to register.
http://www.communitynhs.org/#/workshop-schedule/4527229066
7
A Journey Through
Africa
Saturday, Aug. 7, 3 p.m.
Franklin Library
1314
East Franklin
Ave
Minneapolis
MN
55404
952.847.2925
For kids entering kindergarten and up. Discover the vast
diversity of this continent, its plants and animals. Learn to count in Swahili
and explore African folktales. Chance to meet reptiles, amphibians, small
mammals or bugs! Presented by
Como
Park
Zoo & Conservatory.
Sponsored by the MELSA
(Metropolitan Library Service Agency).
http://www.hclib.org/AgenciesAction.cfm?agency=fr
7
Afrifest 2010
August 7th
Time: Noon - 9pm
COST-FREE
Northview
Junior High School
5869 69th Avenue N
Brooklyn Park
,
MN
55429
An Annual Non Profit
Pan African Summer Festival in the Twin Cities, MN Bringing together diverse
African, American, and Int’l vendors, musicians, entertainers, and cultural
performers to the Twin Cities. This festival has started a wonderful tradition
of educating, showcasing, enlightening, and bringing together Africans,
African-Americans, Hispanics, Asians, and other diverse audiences and cultures.
http://www.afrifest.org/
7, 14, 21, 28
World Language Storytime: Somali
Saturdays, June 5–Aug. 28, 3–4 p.m.
East
Lake
Library
2727 E Lake St
Minneapolis
,
MN
55406
(612) 630-6550
La wadaag bugagga, sheekoyinka, jaan-gooyada maansada iyo
muusikada Soomaalida.
Waxaa lagu maalgaliyey deeq ay Comcast Foundation siisay
Library Foundation of
Hennepin
County
.
For children age 2 and up. Experience the world in other
languages.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=5&mo=6&ye=2010
9, 23
International Teen Club
Monday, Aug. 9, 4–6 p.m.
Monday, Aug. 23, 4–6 p.m.
Brookdale Library
6125 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
Brooklyn Center
,
MN
55430
Phone: 952-847-5600
For teens entering grade 6 and up. Explore your personality,
improve leadership skills and increase community involvement. Learn something
new and build friendships. "Hmonglish" is spoken during meetings!
Funding provided by a grant to the Library Foundation of
Hennepin
County
from the Comcast Foundation.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=23&mo=8&ye=2010
11
Learn about
Somali, Latino and Hmong Cultures
Are you serving more Hmong,
Somalis or Latinos in your business or organization?
Do
Hmong, Somalis or Latinos make up a significant part of your workforce?
Does
your organization need to learn how to interact with individuals from these
cultures?
For over 110 years
Neighborhood House has been helping people, families and organizations develop
the skills, knowledge and confidence to thrive in diverse communities. We
share what we have learned in our Cultural Competency Workshops.
Neighborhood House
Cultural Proficiency Workshops allow you to:
Learn each culture’s
history, family systems, beliefs, religions, and practices
Learn the journeys of
the cultures to the
United States
and why they have settled in
Minnesota
Become more confident
in your interactions with other cultures
Learn about their
struggles to integrate and thrive in
U.S.
society
Learn how to reach
out and engage members of other cultures
Introduction to
Somali, Latino and Hmong Cultures
Wednesday, August
11, 2010
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $119.
Register by July 16, 2010: $109
REDA and
Minnesota
International
Center
members receive a 10% discount
http://www.neighb.org/culturalproficiency.aspx
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Building Dreams
Aug 11 - 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Ripley
Gardens
Community Room
301 Penn
Ave N.
,
Minneapolis
Or, register with Jenny Johnson at
612-341-3148, ext.
237 or jjohnson@aeonmn.org
Join us for a
one-hour informational session to learn how Aeon builds homes and connects
people to the greater community!
Hear about the need
for affordable housing in the Twin Cities and see how Aeon provides
high-quality, affordable homes for families and individuals.
Sessions are
limited in size so you have an opportunity to talk with Aeon's leadership.
This is a free, one-hour informational session –not a fundraising event. Feel
free to bring a friend!
http://www.aeonmn.org/bd.aspx
12
Ramsey County Historical Society - “Buck O’Neil and Louis
White” at the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, Kansas City, Missouri, film &
discussion led by Exhibit Curator, Frank White
Courtroom 317;
6:30pm; FREE
Landmark
Center
75 West 5th Street
//
Saint Paul
// 651.292.3233
Learn more about the
Legacy of Minnesota Black Baseball by attending these engaging panel
discussions. Negro Leagues film & discussion led by Exhibit Curator, Frank
White
http://www.landmarkcenter.org/events.html
12
Otaku Central: Manga and More
Thursday, Aug. 12, 2 p.m.
Brookdale Library
6125 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
Brooklyn Center
,
MN
55430
Phone: 952-847-5600
For teens entering grade 6 and up. Read and discuss your favorite
manga series and watch anime, plus special projects for fans of Japanese pop
culture. Pick up a copy of the book at the information desk.
Presented in collaboration with the Brooklyn Center Schools
21st Century Grant Program.
What We're Reading:
August 12: The Dreaming, by Queenie Chan.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=17&mo=6&ye=2010
12
The Slavic Bestiary: Animals of Russian Fairy Tales
Thursday, Aug. 12, 6 p.m.
Pierre Bottineau
55 Broadway St
NE
Minneapolis
MN
55413
952-847-2850.
Drawing on the rich tradition of Russian fairy tales, Maria
Zavialova, curator of the
Museum
of
Russian Art
, will talk
about the encounters of fairy tale heroes with animals of Russian folklore
through storytelling and slide demonstrations.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=12&mo=8&ye=2010
12, 26
World Language Storytime: Somali
Thursday, Aug. 12, 4–5 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 26, 4–5 p.m.
Summer
611 Van White Memorial Blvd.
Minneapolis
MN
55411
Phone: 952.847.2875
La wadaag bugagga, sheekoyinka, jaan-gooyada maansada iyo
muusikada Soomaalida.
Waxaa lagu maalgaliyey deeq ay Comcast Foundation siisay
Library Foundation of
Hennepin
County
.
For children age 2 and up. Experience the world in other
languages.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=10&mo=6&ye=2010
13-15
Irish Festival
August 13-15, 2010
Harriet
Island
,
St. Paul
FREE ADMISSION
Join us on the banks of the
Mississippi
River
for a three-day celebration of Irish heritage with music,
dance, family activities and good craic. Since 2001, beautiful
Harriet
Island
Regional
Park
in downtown
St. Paul
has hosted the Irish Fair. The festival is recognized as one of the most
family-friendly events in the Twin Cities, one of the most authentic Irish
festivals nationwide and an amazingly great time by the nearly 100,000 people
who attended last year's festival.
Come by, listen to the music, watch the dancers and even
enjoy a pint or two! All the activities and events at the Fair are completely
FREE
952-474-7411 info@irishfair.com
www.irishfair.com
14
Spanish-Language Book Club for Teens
Saturday, Aug. 14, 11 a.m.
East
Lake
Library
2727 E Lake St
Minneapolis
,
MN
55406
(612) 630-6550
For teens entering grade 6 and up.
Para
adolescentes entrando al 6 to grado en adelante. Lee y discute novelas de
autores latinos en español.
Read and discuss novels by Latino authors in Spanish.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=5&mo=6&ye=2010
14
HomeStretch Workshops - Hmong
Saturday, August 14,
2010
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Our eight-hour
HomeStretch Class is one of the best ways to get the knowledge you need to
purchase a home without getting ripped off. Our class will give you the confidence to make the right decision when
it comes to one of the biggest purchases of your life. Classes are offered in Spanish, Hmong and
English at least three times a month. With the certificate of completion, you will be given discounts on your
mortgage insurance and access to some of the best first time home buyer loan
programs in the state! Click
here to learn more about our HomeStretch Workshops or to register.
http://www.communitynhs.org/#/workshop-schedule/4527229066
14 & 15
Twin Cities Polish Festival
Saturday August 14, 2010 - 10am - 10pm
Sunday August 15, 2010 - 11am - 6pm
Old
Main Street
across
from Riverplace and St. Anthony
Immerse yourself in
"All Things Polish". Celebrate and explore the Polish heritage and
culture that is a vibrant part of
Minnesota
.
Experience a kaleidoscope of activities for the whole family: Traditional Folk
Dance, Music & Art;
Authentic
Polish
Food
& Beer
Garden
;
Na Zdrowie! 5K Fun Run; the Chopin Celebration; Polish Sheepdog Exhibits;
Expanded Children’s Area; Dance to Polka Bands; Enjoy the 2010 Minnesota State
Amateur Polka Dance Championships™. Come early & plan to stay all day!
http://www.tcpolishfestival.org
15
IndiaFest:
Date: August 15, 2010
Location:
St Paul
Capitol Grounds.
The IndiaFest is the premier
Asian Indian-American community's celebration of rich culture and heritage in
the state of
Minnesota
.
India Association of Minnesota (IAM) has been proud to present the annual event
to the community at large. This used to be called Festival of India now
IndiaFest. The IndiaFest is the showcase of live Asian Indian music,
traditional dances, cultural entertainment programs, food stalls, exhibit and
merchandise booths, interactive yoga and much more! Visitors get a unique
opportunity to learn about
India
and the Indian-American community. Several India-related organizations in
Minnesota
participate to
educate attendees about the fascinating aspects of Indian culture that they
represent. The IndiaFest/Festival of
India
is one of the most popular
events of the India Association of Minnesota, mainly because it is an
opportunity to reach out to the broader community. In the recent past, US and
State Senators,
Minnesota
's Secretary of Sate,
the Mayor of St. Paul, State Representatives, the Indian Consulate General from
Chicago
, local media celebrities, and many other
such esteemed guests have joined IAM to celebrate
India
at the Festival. For details
of 2009 IndiaFest event click IndiaFest2009:
http://www.iamn.org/events.htm
15
Indonesian Society Picnic
When
Sun, August 15, 4pm – 7pm
Where
4801
Minnehaha Avenue S.
,
Minneapolis
,
MN
Description
The Minnesota Indonesian Society will hold its annual
Indonesian Independence Day Potluck Picnic on August 15, 2010, 4:00 p.m. at
Wabun
Park
,
Shelter D (next to
Minnehaha
Falls
Park
)
at
4801 Minnehaha Avenue S.
,
Minneapolis
. Wabun has a
Children's wading pool – bring a swimsuit and towel for the kids. MIS will
provide Tumpeng and Telor Belado dishes. Please coordinate your food item with
Peni Moss at 651-463-7104 or penimoss@charter.net , or Iin Beiers at janiin@charter.net or 952-891-8794. The MIS Web site is www.mn-indo-soc.org.
18
Sommar on the Veranda
Wednesday, June 30 —
4–8 p.m.
Also offered Wednesdays, July 21 and August 18
The American Swedish
Institute
2600
Park Avenue
Minneapolis,
Minnesota
,
55407
Telephone:
612-871-4907
Enjoy a truly Swedish
summer experience at the American Swedish Institute on three Wednesday evenings
this summer: June 30, July 21, and August 18. From 4 to 8 p.m. on those
evenings, the ASI Kaffestuga (Coffee Shop) moves outside to the Turnblad
mansion’s veranda, where visitors can enjoy music, lawn games, and especially
food! We’ll be serving Scandinavian hot dogs, picnic salads, and our three
special flavors of Izzy’s ice cream: Blue Breeze, Lemon-Lingonberry Sorbet, and
the ASI exclusive Swedish Garden Party.
Beer and wine will be
available for purchase, and every evening will feature different specials in
the ASI’s Museum Shop. You can also visit ASI’s summer exhibit “My Paradise,” a
celebration of Finnish summer homes and a true expression of the importance of
summer in Scandinavian cultures.
Take advantage of
Minnesota
’s own
beautiful summers, and enjoy the outdoors at the American Swedish Institute!
Sommar on the Veranda is free of charge and open to the public. (Please note
that there is a charge for visiting the museum exhibits for nonmembers).
http://www.americanswedishinst.org/ASI/Events.html
18
Home Stretch Workshop - One-Day Workshop
One-Day Workshop
August 18 - Wednesday
8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Brooklyn
Park
Start your
homeownership process by attending the Home Stretch Home Buyer Workshop. In
this series of four classes incorporates multiple aspects of homeownership from
the evaluation of the household’s financial situation to the legal rights of
owning a home. During the workshops clients hear from experts in real estate,
lending and home inspections. In these sessions, potential homeowners may also
receive a credit report and learn how that might affect the mortgage
application process.
The workshops explore
the following issues:
·
Is homeownership an option?
·
Cost of renting versus cost of owning
·
Loan qualifications
·
Is debt a factor?
·
Money needed for closing costs
·
Overcoming credit debt, income or savings
barriers
·
Mortgage application process
·
How to shop for a home
·
Home inspections
·
Documents involved in closing
After you have
completed the Home Stretch Classes you’ll have the ability to meet with one of
our counselors one-on-one to address your individual housing needs and to
create a realistic plan for owning a home.
These workshops meet
or exceed the standards of FHA, Fannie Mae, HUD, Freddie Mac and the Minnesota
Housing Finance Agency. The cost for all four classes is $20 per person and you
must pre-register by calling CAPSH at (952) 933-9639 x281 or by downloading and
completing the links below. We also provide a one-day eight hour class that is
$50 and includes lunch.
Please ensure that
you will have childcare for each of the sessions before registering for a
particular workshop. At CAPSH, we love kids but we are unable to accommodate
them in our Homestretch Workshops. If you are unable to arrange for child care,
you will need to reschedule for another workshop.
http://www.capsh.org/homestretch.htm
20-22
Shakopee Mdewakanton contest pow wow
Location:
Prior Lake
,
MN
.
Pow wow grounds.
Info: 952-445-8900
or 952-496-6160 www.shakopeedakota.org or www.mysticlake.com
Additional Info: Grand Entry Friday 7 PM, Saturday 1 PM & 7 PM, Sunday 1 PM. Dance contests.
Moccasin games. Fireworks Saturday 10 PM. Public Welcome. No alcohol or drugs
allowed.
http://www.drumhop.com/mnpowwow.html
21
HomeStretch Workshops - English
Saturday, August 21,
2010
9:00 am - 5:30pm
Our eight-hour
HomeStretch Class is one of the best ways to get the knowledge you need to
purchase a home without getting ripped off. Our class will give you the confidence to make the right decision when
it comes to one of the biggest purchases of your life. Classes are offered in Spanish, Hmong and
English at least three times a month. With the certificate of completion, you will be given discounts on your
mortgage insurance and access to some of the best first time home buyer loan
programs in the state! Click
here to learn more about our HomeStretch Workshops or to register.
http://www.communitynhs.org/#/workshop-schedule/4527229066
21
CHAT's 9th Annual Hmong Arts and Music Festival
Saturday, August 21,
2010 from 11:00am-8:00pm
Western
Sculpture
Park
on
Marion
St.
in
Saint
Paul
,
MN
Center for Hmong Arts
and Talent invites you to celebrate our existence at the 9th Annual Hmong Arts
and Music Festival themed “A HMONG US.” The Festival will have displays of
artwork that represents each artists’ perspective on being “A Hmong” in
America, so we ask you to be “Among Us” to witness an illumination of the Hmong
American Experience.
Highlights at the Festival:
·
The Visual Art
Tent, showcasing a collection of artwork created by Hmong artists, including
The Master Gallery, an exhibit of 5 juried art pieces selected by professionals
from the local arts scene.
·
The Main
Stage, which hosts a full days worth of contemporary and traditional musicians
and performers, including the IN SESSION: Singer/ Songwriter Competition, in
which 5 finalists compete with original songs to receive career enhancing
prizes.
·
The Community
Art Project, a powerful display of artwork created by community members of all
ages, backgrounds, and experiences.
·
"The LOUNGE"
Youth Tent, a space for youth to gather together, support creativity and
showcase their talents.
·
The Hmong in
Motion Film Tent, screening of shorts and excerpts of feature length movies by
Hmong filmmakers.
·
Games, Family
Arts Activities, Vendors, Food, Resources--something for everyone!
Contact: Kathy Mouacheupao, Executive Director by phone: 651-603-6971,
by email: kathy@aboutchat.org
http://www.aboutchat.org/hmongartsandmusicfestival
21
Home Stretch Workshop
Saturday, August 21,
2010
9:00 am - 5:30pm
Start your
homeownership process by attending the Home Stretch Home Buyer Workshop. In
this series of four classes incorporates multiple aspects of homeownership from
the evaluation of the household’s financial situation to the legal rights of
owning a home. During the workshops clients hear from experts in real estate,
lending and home inspections. In these sessions, potential homeowners may also
receive a credit report and learn how that might affect the mortgage
application process.
The workshops explore
the following issues:
·
Is homeownership an option?
·
Cost of renting versus cost of owning
·
Loan qualifications
·
Is debt a factor?
·
Money needed for closing costs
·
Overcoming credit debt, income or savings
barriers
·
Mortgage application process
·
How to shop for a home
·
Home inspections
·
Documents involved in closing
After you have
completed the Home Stretch Classes you’ll have the ability to meet with one of
our counselors one-on-one to address your individual housing needs and to
create a realistic plan for owning a home.
These workshops meet
or exceed the standards of FHA, Fannie Mae, HUD, Freddie Mac and the Minnesota
Housing Finance Agency. The cost for all four classes is $20 per person and you
must pre-register by calling CAPSH at (952) 933-9639 x281 or by downloading and
completing the links below. We also provide a one-day eight hour class that is
$50 and includes lunch.
Please ensure that
you will have childcare for each of the sessions before registering for a
particular workshop. At CAPSH, we love kids but we are unable to accommodate
them in our Homestretch Workshops. If you are unable to arrange for child care,
you will need to reschedule for another workshop.
http://www.capsh.org/homestretch.htm
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Make Animal Masks
Saturday, Aug. 21, 11 a.m.
East
Lake
Library
2727 E Lake St
Minneapolis
,
MN
55406
Phone: 952.847.8425
For kids entering grade 2 and up.
Para
niños de 2do. grado en adelante. Los animales representas características
diferentes en diversas culturas. Aprende acerca de ellos y decide que animal te
gustaría ser, luego haz una divertida máscara para llevar a casa. Se proveerán
los materiales.
Este programa es patrocinado en
parte con dinero impartido por decisión de la gente de
Minnesota
,
al votar el 4 de noviembre de 2008, para proporcionar fondos para preservar la
herencia cultural y artística en
Minnesota
.
Animals represent different characteristics in different
cultures. Learn about them, decide what animal you'd like to be, then make a
cool mask to take home. Materials provided.
Sponsored by the This program is
funded in part with money from the vote of the people of Minnesota on Nov. 4,
2008 which dedicated funding to preserve Minnesota’s art and cultural heritage.
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=21&mo=8&ye=2010
28
Anime Showcase
Minneapolis
Central
Library
Pohlad Hall
Minneapolis
Central
Library
300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis
MN
55401
(612) 630-6000
Saturday, Aug. 28, 2–4 p.m.
For teens entering grade 7 and up. Don’t miss this chance to
watch an amazing line-up of Japanese animation on the big screen!
Anime
Twin
Cities
and Teen Central
have teamed up to offer something for everyone. Cosplay encouraged; discussions
follow.
Sponsored by the Anime Twin Cities.
August 28:
Soul Eater
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm?da=3&mo=7&ye=2010
Future Months Events
September
Sept. 1-30
Como
Ordway
Memorial
Japanese
Garden
May 1 - September 30
Como
Park
Zoo and Conservatory
1225 Estabrook Drive
Saint Paul
,
MN
55103
24-hour Information:
651-487-8200
Customer Service: 651-487-8201
The
Como
Ordway
Memorial
Japanese
Garden
is a living symbol of the peace
and friendship that exists between
Saint Paul
and its sister city
Nagasaki
,
Japan
. A
renowned landscape designer in
Nagasaki
, Masami
Matsuda, created the garden according to time honored Japanese design
principles using plants and trees that are hardy in
Minnesota
. Infused with true Japanese
design, the garden is meant to delight your senses.
http://www.comozooconservatory.org/como_park/events.shtml
Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22
Home Stretch Workshop
September 1, 8, 15, 22 –
Wednesdays
6:00 P.M.
to 9:00 P.M.
St. Louis
Park
Start your homeownership
process by attending the Home Stretch Home Buyer Workshop. In this series of
four classes incorporates multiple aspects of homeownership from the evaluation
of the household’s financial situation to the legal rights of owning a home.
During the workshops clients hear from experts in real estate, lending and home
inspections. In these sessions, potential homeowners may also receive a credit
report and learn how that might affect the mortgage application process.
The workshops explore
the following issues:
·
Is homeownership an option?
·
Cost of renting versus cost of owning
·
Loan qualifications
·
Is debt a factor?
·
Money needed for closing costs
·
Overcoming credit debt, income or savings
barriers
·
Mortgage application process
·
How to shop for a home
·
Home inspections
·
Documents involved in closing
After you have
completed the Home Stretch Classes you’ll have the ability to meet with one of
our counselors one-on-one to address your individual housing needs and to
create a realistic plan for owning a home.
These workshops meet
or exceed the standards of FHA, Fannie Mae, HUD, Freddie Mac and the Minnesota
Housing Finance Agency. The cost for all four classes is $20 per person and you
must pre-register by calling CAPSH at (952) 933-9639 x281 or by downloading and
completing the links below. We also provide a one-day eight hour class that is
$50 and includes lunch.
Please ensure that
you will have childcare for each of the sessions before registering for a
particular workshop. At CAPSH, we love kids but we are unable to accommodate
them in our Homestretch Workshops. If you are unable to arrange for child care,
you will need to reschedule for another workshop.
http://www.capsh.org/homestretch.htm
Sept. 4
September 2010 Homestretch
Workshop
Saturday, 09/04/2010 - 9:00am
- 5:30pm
African
Development
Center
1931 South 5th Street
Minneapolis
,
MN
55454
612-333-4772
Your American Dream
can become a reality, no matter where in
Minnesota
you live. ADC is your guide to financial success: offering training that helps
you understand how to establish a strong financial base; counseling that
enables you to prepare for home ownership and to start or expand a business;
and financing that suits your cultural needs.
Buying a home may be
the greatest investment you will ever make. As a nonprofit community advocate,
ADC is here to enable you to make educated, confident financial choices. ADC
offers services focused on the African immigrant and refugee community in
Minnesota
. But our very
successful first-time homebuyer workshops are open to everyone!
http://www.adcminnesota.org/service-center/buy-a-home
Sept. 10-12
Welcome Home Traditional Pow Wow
Dates: 9/10/2010 to 9/12/2010
Fri 5:05-9pm, Sat
1pm-5pm 7pm-10pm, Sun 1pm-5:00pm
St Peter Church 1405
Hwy 13.
1405 Sibley Memorial Hwy
Mendota
,
MN
55150
The Mendota
Mdewakanton Dakota people welcome you to our 11th Annual Pow Wow. We start at
5:05pm by lighting the sacred fire, please bring a dish to pass for the feast.
Grand Entry at 1&7 pm on Sat. Grand Entry on Sun 1-5pm. Feast on Sun
5:30-6pm with a $5 donation for buttons. No one turned away. Public Welcome! NO
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, FIREARMS, OR PETS. Come get your picture taken with a live
eagle. There are vendors with native crafts and foods. Please bring lawn chairs.
PUBIC IS WELCOME
http://mendotadakota.com/mn/
Sept. 18
PABA Fest
Sept. 18,
12:00-6:00PM
Free
Formerly Payne
Arcade
Harvest Festival. One of
Saint Paul
’s oldest traditions. Neighborhood
festival celebrating the harvest. Kicks-off with the Torchlight Parade. Held on
historic
Payne Avenue
.
Between York and Jenks streets.
Ethnic dance
performances, food and merchandise sales and live entertainment.
651-771-1152
Sept. 18
Club Book With Terry McMillan
Saturday, Sept. 18, 2 p.m.
Brookdale Library
6125 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
Brooklyn Center
,
MN
55430
Phone: 952-847-5600
Award-winning author of “Waiting to Exhale” and “How Stella
Got Her Groove Back,” McMillan has the ability to capture the dilemmas facing
modern-day women with humor and verve and has a worldwide following with a
lasting effect on African-American literature. “Getting to Happy,” her
September 2010 release, returns to the four protagonists of “Exhale,” who are
now learning to breathe. Details at www.clubbook.org .
Doors open 45 minutes prior to event. Seating is first-come,
first-served. Books will be available for purchase and signing after the
presentation.
This project,
funded with money from
Minnesota
’s
Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund, is coordinated by the Library Foundation of
Hennepin County and is a program of Metropolitan Library Service Agency
(MELSA).
http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm
Sept. 19
Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
Landmark
Center
75 West 5th Street
//
Saint Paul
// 651.292.3233
Musser Cortile; 4pm;
FREE
Highlights of the
most popular Asian family holiday include cultural lantern dances, traditional
holiday displays and storytelling. Children and families will have the
opportunity to participate in a lantern making contest, play twilight games,
enjoy a taste of moon cake, and join in the lantern parade through
Rice
Park
.
Co-sponsored by: Friends of the
Saint Paul
Public
Library, Vietnamese Community of
Minnesota
,
Circle of Giving and the Catalyst Foundation.
http://www.landmarkcenter.org/events.html
Sept. 21 & 23
HomeStretch Workshops - English
Tuesday, September 21
and Thursday, September 23, 2010
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Our eight-hour
HomeStretch Class is one of the best ways to get the knowledge you need to
purchase a home without getting ripped off. Our class will give you the confidence to make the right decision when
it comes to one of the biggest purchases of your life. Classes are offered in Spanish, Hmong and
English at least three times a month. With the certificate of completion, you will be given discounts on your
mortgage insurance and access to some of the best first time home buyer loan
programs in the state! Click
here to learn more about our HomeStretch Workshops or to register.
http://www.communitynhs.org/#/workshop-schedule/4527229066
Sept. 22
Intro to
Finland
:
One country, two religions, 3 languages
Wednesday, September
22, 2010 7:00 pm
The American Swedish
Institute
2600 Park Ave
Minneapolis
,
MN
55407-1090
Betsey Norgard will
present an illustrated talk, “One country, two religions, three languages,”
touching on various aspects related to
Finland
.
Finland
’s
cultural traditions, reflecting both east and west, stem from its history for
hundreds of years under the empires of both
Sweden
and
Russia
.
From this have come two official languages, Finnish and Swedish, and a strong
minority language, Sami, spoken in northern
Finland
; all of which are protected
by national language laws.
Included with museum
admission: $6, $5 age 62+, $4 ages 6-18 and full time students with valid ID,
free for children under 6 & ASI members.
http://www.americanswedishinst.org/ASI/Home.html
Sept. 25
HomeStretch Workshops - English
Saturday, September
25, 2010
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Our eight-hour
HomeStretch Class is one of the best ways to get the knowledge you need to
purchase a home without getting ripped off. Our class will give you the confidence to make the right decision when
it comes to one of the biggest purchases of your life. Classes are offered in Spanish, Hmong and
English at least three times a month. With the certificate of completion, you will be given discounts on your
mortgage insurance and access to some of the best first time home buyer loan
programs in the state! Click
here to learn more about our HomeStretch Workshops or to register.
http://www.communitynhs.org/#/workshop-schedule/4527229066
Sept. 25
Home Stretch Workshop - One-Day Workshop
One-Day Workshop
September 25 - Saturday
8:00 A.M.
to 5:00 P.M.
Hopkins
Start your
homeownership process by attending the Home Stretch Home Buyer Workshop. In
this series of four classes incorporates multiple aspects of homeownership from
the evaluation of the household’s financial situation to the legal rights of
owning a home. During the workshops clients hear from experts in real estate,
lending and home inspections. In these sessions, potential homeowners may also
receive a credit report and learn how that might affect the mortgage
application process.
The workshops explore
the following issues:
·
Is homeownership an option?
·
Cost of renting versus cost of owning
·
Loan qualifications
·
Is debt a factor?
·
Money needed for closing costs
·
Overcoming credit debt, income or savings
barriers
·
Mortgage application process
·
How to shop for a home
·
Home inspections
·
Documents involved in closing
After you have
completed the Home Stretch Classes you’ll have the ability to meet with one of
our counselors one-on-one to address your individual housing needs and to
create a realistic plan for owning a home.
These workshops meet
or exceed the standards of FHA, Fannie Mae, HUD, Freddie Mac and the Minnesota
Housing Finance Agency. The cost for all four classes is $20 per person and you
must pre-register by calling CAPSH at (952) 933-9639 x281 or by downloading and
completing the links below. We also provide a one-day eight hour class that is
$50 and includes lunch.
Please ensure that
you will have childcare for each of the sessions before registering for a
particular workshop. At CAPSH, we love kids but we are unable to accommodate
them in our Homestretch Workshops. If you are unable to arrange for child care,
you will need to reschedule for another workshop.
http://www.capsh.org/homestretch.htm
October 2010
Oct. 2
9th Annual Hmong Resource Fair
Saturday, October
2nd, 2010
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Aldrich
Arena
1850 White Bear Avenue
North
Maplewood,
Minnesota
55109
REGISTER NOW!
For additional
information or questions, email us at hmongresourcefair@yahoo.com
http://hmongresourcefairmn.org/home
Oct. 2
October 2010 Homestretch Workshop
Saturday, 10/02/2010 - 9:00am
- 5:30pm
African Development Center
1931 South 5th Street
Minneapolis
,
MN
55454
612-333-4772
Your American Dream
can become a reality, no matter where in
Minnesota
you live. ADC is your guide to financial success: offering training that helps
you understand how to establish a strong financial base; counseling that
enables you to prepare for home ownership and to start or expand a business;
and financing that suits your cultural needs.
Buying a home may be
the greatest investment you will ever make. As a nonprofit community advocate,
ADC is here to enable you to make educated, confident financial choices. ADC
offers services focused on the African immigrant and refugee community in
Minnesota
. But our very
successful first-time homebuyer workshops are open to everyone!
http://www.adcminnesota.org/service-center/buy-a-home
Oct. 9
St. Paul
Oktoberfest
Fest
Family friendly
Oktoberfest in the North End on Rice & Rose Avenue featuring German music, dancing,
food and beer. German Food, & Beer, Live Music,
& Dancing Local
and Ethnic Vendors, Klondike Kates,
Arlington
High NROTC Cadets.
Kid’s
Area with Moonwalk, Games, & Face Painting, Teen Area with
Arcade
and Bowling
Cannon
Firing,
Saint Paul
Police K9 Demonstration.
Bed Races 3 PM!
The
winning team wins money for
their
favorite charity. Sign up your
team
now, contact Randy:
randy.graff@ci.stpaul.mn.us
Renewal of Wedding
Vows!
3:30 PM
Oktoberfests
and Weddings have
gone
hand-in-hand since 1810! To
renew
your wedding vows at this
year’s
Oktoberfest, contact Deb:
debgrosskopf@hotmail.com
Dachshund Races 4 PM!
Witness
the 2nd Annual Dachshund
Dash
and Hurdle event! Purebred
Doxies
need apply, contact Tyrone:
ty.schenk@gmail.com
Forester’s Mass 5 PM
651-489-9623
www.saintpauloktoberfest.org
Places of Interest
The
Japanese
Garden
Normandale
Community College
9700 France Avenue South
Bloomington
,
Minnesota
.
Normandale
Community College
's
Japanese
Garden
is a two-acre oasis on its campus in
Bloomington
,
Minnesota
. The beauty and
serenity of the garden make it ideal for contemplation and renewal of the
spirit.
The garden is open
year-round at no charge, except when reserved for special events. We ask that
children under 12 not visit the garden without supervision. A self-guided tour
brochure is available inside the square shelter located in the garden. Please
call 952-487-8145 to leave a message for the garden committee and receive more
information. If you are not able to visit the garden, our online tour describes
the landscaping and architectural features.
The Garden is
maintained jointly by the College and the Japanese
Garden Committee. The Normandale
Community College Foundation acts as the fiduciary agent. This
partnership ensures the future of the garden through maintenance, memberships, special
gifts, and donations. We invite you to enter our garden through the gallery and then explore the website to learn more about the garden's
features and history.
http://www.normandale.edu/JapaneseGarden/index.cfm
Wind Whisper West Kimono Gallery
128 Main Street W.
Wabasha
,
MN
55981
Phone: (651) 565-2002
WHEN FASHION BECAME
ART A stunning collection of 2,200 Japanese wedding kimonos. Only Japanese
textile gallery of its kind. All kimono are for sale.
http://windwhisperwest.com/Home.html
Polish Cultural Institute
102 Liberty
Winona
,
MN
55987
Email- winpole@hbci.com
Phone- (507) 454-3431
Business 1
(507) 452-5570 Fax
The
Polish
Museum
features a repository of Polish culture, family heirlooms, religious articles,
books, parish records and other treasures. The building is the historic Laird,
Norton Lumber Co building.
Ongoing
The
Cookie Cart couples real life experiences in business entrepreneurship,
leadership training, academic skill building, and cultural enrichment, with the
guidance of successful adult role models and mentors. Through this model, youth
gain an understanding that the life choices they make today can help lead them
to successful, productive futures.
The Cookie Cart
1119
West Broadway
Minneapolis
,
MN
55411
612.521.0855
612.521.9293
fax
Hmong Elder Program
Every Monday
9:30
a.m.-noon
First
Lutheran
Church
463 North Maria Avenue
St. Paul
,
MN
55106
Audience: Hmong
elderly
Description: Every
Monday morning, Hmong elders meet to socialize, exercise, learn about health
issues, and share a culturally appropriate meal. Transportation is provided.
Contact: Jennifer
Schneider
651-293-1261
seam-stpaul@hotmail.com
http://www.health.state.mn.us/ommh/calendar/events.html
Cambodian Elder Program
Every Thursday
10
a.m.-noon
Christ
Lutheran
Church
gathering space –
Southeast Asian
Ministry (SeAM)
105
W. University Avenue
St. Paul
,
MN
55103
Audience: Elders of
the Cambodian community
Description: Every
Thursday morning, Cambodian elders gather to socialize, exercise, learn about
relevant health issues, and share a culturally appropriate meal. Transportation
is provided.
Contact:
Jennifer
Schneider
651-293-1261
seam-stpaul@hotmail.com
http://www.health.state.mn.us/ommh/calendar/events.html
Programs the can be Booked
Every organization
wrestles with communication – often based on misunderstanding or cultural
differences. And we all know how it can impede organizations from moving
forward.
Breaking Ice is a
customized professional theatre experience created for organizations and
businesses that need help with difficult issues both interpersonal and
institutional.
Our professional
staff develops a dynamic theatrical performance that encompasses the issues
with which your organization struggles. Imagine what happens when the same
discussions and dialogues straight from your workplace are illuminated by
actors in a theatrical setting. It's a powerful, dramatic way to step back and
get a fresh perspective while gaining a more intimate understanding of how
individuals relate to each other. Following the performance, Breaking Ice
facilitators lead participants in discussions designed to foster better
understanding and communication.
Explore the tough
stuff together – more than 200 organizations have since Breaking Ice began in
1996.
We welcome the chance
to meet with you and discuss how we can develop a program for your
organization. Call us at 612-825-0459.
http://www.pillsburyhousetheatre.org/PillsburyHouseTheatre/BreakingIce/tabid/2028/Default.aspx
Building Bridges – Teaching about
the Hmong in our Communities Program
A Building Bridges
presentation may be booked for a fee. Call 651-917-9937 or e-mail
hmongcc@yahoo.com to book a presentation.
The Building Bridges
Program curriculum is flexible and is adapted to meet the needs, questions and
interests of groups. Presentations may range from 1-2 hours with considerable
opportunity for participants to ask questions The following is a list of topics
included in the program curriculum:
·
Hmong
Population Around the World
·
Hmong History
and the Hmong Role in the CIA's Secret War in
Laos
,
·
The Hmong
Refugee Movement to the
U.S.
1975-Early 1990s
·
Hmong Refugees
in
Wat
Thamkrabok
Buddhist
Temple
in
Thailand
1992-2004
·
Characteristics
of Hmong Refugees from Wat Thamkrabok and How they differ from earlier groups
of Hmong refugees who came to
Minnesota
·
Hmong-American
Population and Demographics
·
Diversity in
the Hmong
Minnesota
Community
·
Hmong Clans
·
Traditional
Hmong Religion and Shamanism
·
Traditional
Hmong Beliefs about Health and Medicine
·
Hmong
Marriages and Funerals
·
The Hmong
Language
·
Cultural
Etiquette and Communication Strategies for Service Providers who work with
Hmong refugees.
·
The Building Bridges
program Curriculum is accompanied by a set of educational handouts.
http://www.hmongcc.org/BuildingBridgesProgram.html
Ongoing Events
Asian Women’s Reading/Discussion
Group: 1st Wednesday, 7-9
pm
Facilitator: Saychay
Thor saychay@yahoo.com
The Asian Women’s
Reading and Discussion groups goal is to bring a diverse group of adult Asian
women together for the purpose of promoting cutting-edge dialogue and reading
in Asian women who are out of the usual environments that would expose them to
or encourage personal reading and “outside the box” thinking. Each month, a
specific topic will be chosen to encourage open dynamic discussion within this
group. Participants will be asked to choose a reading of their choice about the
topic to share. Talking points will be distributed ahead of time to help
facilitate the discussion surrounding opinions, issues, historical facts, etc.
related to the topic of the month.
The Loft Literary
Center
1011 Washington Avenue South
,
Minneapolis
,
MN
55415
http://www.loft.org
Finote
Tibeb Literary Group - 1st Sunday, 2 – 5 pm
Facilitator: Dawit Worku Asefour finotetibebmn@yahoo.com
Finote
Tibeb
Literary
Art
Center
is an
Ethiopian
Art
Center
established to promote and nurture the Ethiopian art, theater, music and
literature for Ethiopians and the community at large.
The Loft Literary
Center
1011 Washington Avenue South
,
Minneapolis
,
MN
55415
http://www.loft.org
GLBTQ Writers Group 3rd Wednesdays, 7 – 9 pm
Facilitators: Shannon
McCarville smccarville@loft.org &
Lucas Schulze lschulze@loft.org
The group is open to
gay/lesbian/bisexual/queer/trans folks of all ages, experience levels, and
writing genres. You are not obligated to write anything or share any of your
work if you are not ready, willing, or prepared to do so. The atmosphere is
very supportive, friendly, and comfortable.
The Loft Literary
Center
1011 Washington Avenue South
,
Minneapolis
,
MN
55415
http://www.loft.org
Basics of Somali Language Group
Open Book
Free
1st and 3rd Fridays,
5:30 – 7:30pm
Facilitator: Anwar Diiriye anwar@usfamily.net
The Loft Literary
Center
1011 Washington Avenue South
,
Minneapolis
,
MN
55415
This group brings
together Somali men and women of diverse backgrounds for the purpose of
promoting Somali culture, language and literature. Call to Register:
612-215-2585.
http://www.loft.org
Paisano Scribes Latino/Hispanic
Group - 1st Monday, 6 – 8 pm
Facilitators: Vanessa
Ramos vramos02@hamline.edu &
Shira Naharit snaharit@yahoo.com
Paisano Scribes seeks
to create a bias free community for all Latino/Hispanic Writers of MN, a space
in which to dialogue and discuss creative work or issues affecting Latinos.
This group will create an environment for writers of all to levels to
experiment, receive feedback, experience cultural solidarity as well as promote
the presence of Latinos in the writing community.
The Loft Literary
Center
1011 Washington Avenue South
,
Minneapolis
,
MN
55415
http://www.loft.org
HRP-MN Diversity Discussion Group
Diversity discussion
group that meets the second Friday of each month, 8:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Attendees discuss diversity-related topics, questions, suggestions, and
resources. Sponsored by HRP-MN and ASTD-TCC. Free and open to the public.
Location: Black Bear Cros |