BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Minnesota Humanities Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Minnesota Humanities Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.mnhum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Minnesota Humanities Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T160331 CREATED:20250117T182201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T182255Z UID:10000474-1738407600-1738414800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Cultural Financial Literacy DESCRIPTION:Commemorate Black History & Culture with OMG Studio’s Art\, Music & Literature Exhibition 2025. FREE Media Courses Offered to the Beloved Community – registration required; space is limited. Taught within a cultural/historical framework\, this course teaches skills and strategies to promote long-term financial well-being. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: monique@omgmediasolutions.com \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/cultural-financial-literacy/ LOCATION:OMG Studios\, 550 Vandalia Street Suite 220\, St. Paul\, 55102\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/event_commemorate_black_history_culture_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Monique Linder":MAILTO:monique@omgmediasolutions.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T160331 CREATED:20241206T181923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T143218Z UID:10000466-1738414800-1738422000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Examining Military Service From the Margins DESCRIPTION:From the Margins at Quatrefoil Library \nVeterans\, active service members\, and civilians are invited to contribute to the “Examining Military Service From the Margins” discussion series. Facilitated by pairs of Discussion Leaders\, each session will use guiding questions\, and a set of core-shared resources like oral histories and films\, to better understand how race\, class\, gender\, sexuality\, religion\, and other factors have caused the military service of some individuals to be devalued or limited in some capacity. All Discussion Leaders are either active service members or Veterans. \nThis session of “Examining Military Service From the Margins\,” held at Quatrefoil Library in Minneapolis\, will have conversations focused on LGBTQIA+ community issues. Topics of discussion will include the history of Queer service members\, the effects of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell\, and the current experience of transgender individuals in the military. \nWhat you can expect from this session: \n\nDiscussion Leaders\, Veterans\, active service members\, and civilians will share information on military service\, as well as talk about their personal experiences and perspectives.\nA post-event resource list of articles\, books\, and organizations to help you gain a deeper understanding of topics discussed.\nEngage in small and large group conversations.\n\nRegistration\nRegistration is required. There is no cost to attend. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/examining-military-service-from-the-margins-2/ LOCATION:Quatrefoil Library\, 1220 East Lake Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55407\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Many Fronts,Public Programming,Veterans ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/event_examining_military_service_margins.png ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T160331 CREATED:20250117T182148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T182314Z UID:10000475-1738418400-1738425600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul -Cultural Artificial Intelligence DESCRIPTION:Commemorate Black History & Culture with OMG Studio’s Art\, Music & Literature Exhibition 2025. Introduction to artificial intelligence through a cultural lens. FREE Media Courses Offered to the Beloved Community – registration required; space is limited. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: monique@omgmediasolutions.com \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/cultural-artificial-intelligence/ LOCATION:OMG Studios\, 550 Vandalia Street Suite 220\, St. Paul\, 55102\, United States CATEGORIES:Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/event_commemorate_black_history_culture_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Monique Linder":MAILTO:monique@omgmediasolutions.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T160331 CREATED:20250117T182140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T182339Z UID:10000476-1738494000-1738497600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul -Innovative Breathing DESCRIPTION:Commemorate Black History & Culture with OMG Studio’s Art\, Music & Literature Exhibition 2025. Breath work to heal the mind and body lead by Black Youth Healing Arts Center. FREE to the Beloved Community – registration required; space is limited. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: monique@omgmediasolutions.com \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-innovative-breathing/ LOCATION:OMG Studios\, 550 Vandalia Street Suite 220\, St. Paul\, 55102\, United States CATEGORIES:Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/event_commemorate_black_history_culture_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Monique Linder":MAILTO:monique@omgmediasolutions.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T160331 CREATED:20241105T213135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T143233Z UID:10000462-1738836000-1738854000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Staples - National History Day: Honoring Histories with Care DESCRIPTION:Curious about National History Day and how to present historical content in ways that honor and respect diverse communities? Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society\, for a workshop designed for 6-12th grade educators. This session will spotlight Minnesota’s Indigenous communities\, featuring an update from the Minnesota Department of Education on the recently passed Indigenous Education for All legislation\, a presentation from the National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition on the history and legacy of residential boarding schools\, an introduction to National History Day by the Minnesota Historical Society\, and a curated overview of high-quality educator resources. Educators will gain practical strategies and resources to guide students in creating projects with honor\, respect\, and cultural sensitivity. \nEducators will receive a $75 stipend and 4.5 clock hours following their participation in the workshop. \nRegistration\nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/staples-national-history-day/ LOCATION:Sourcewell\, 202 12th Street NE\, Staples\, MN\, 56479\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/event_national_history_day.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T160331 CREATED:20250117T182127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T160855Z UID:10000477-1739012400-1739019600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul -Young Rembrandts Interactive Drawing Class featuring Black History Storytelling with Jevetta Steele DESCRIPTION:Commemorate Black History & Culture with OMG Studio’s Art\, Music & Literature Exhibition 2025.. Pre-register youth 8-12 years old\, space is limited. Students will explore the beauty of African folk art in a 1-hour class. African art is characterized by its vibrant colors\, geometric designs\, and abstract themes. A focus on human form\, ceremony and creative expression produces truly magical art. \nAfterwards\, Javetta Steel will do an in-person reading of “It Starts with Me”\, joining Amora as she encourages her friends to BE LOVE. She shows them how to open their hearts and minds by allowing love to drive their words\, actions and thoughts. Through love\, we can create a world where everyone feels like they belong. \nCo-authored by Dr Kimberly Johnson and Dr Bernice A. King\, CEO of The King Center\, illustrated by Zoe Ranucci. Books will be available for purchase. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: monique@omgmediasolutions.com \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/young-rembrandts-interactive-drawing-class/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/event_commemorate_black_history_culture_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Monique Linder":MAILTO:monique@omgmediasolutions.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T160331 CREATED:20250103T190440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T173143Z UID:10000471-1739354400-1739368800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Bemidji - Winter Rural Indian Education Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join us for the American Indian Education Networking Winter Gathering hosted by Bemidji Area Schools. District leadership teams\, Site leadership teams\, School leadership teams\, and leaders regarding American Indian and Indigenous Education are encouraged to attend. Lunch will be served onsite. Please register by Wednesday\, January 29\, 2025\, so we can plan accordingly for space and meals.\nIf you have questions\, please contact Sonia Wadena at sonia_wadena@isd31.net. \nAbout the American Indian Education Networking Group\nPurpose: Bringing American Indian and Indigenous Education school leaders together to provide opportunities for collaboration and support. \nThe American Indian Education Networking group is made up of rural statewide and regional American Indian Directors\, School Leaders and Educators that come together on a monthly basis to share ideas and discuss challenges while celebrating successes. We create a space for networking and access to practitioners in the field who can help navigate district roles and responsibilities with Tribal partnerships governing American Indian Education programs. \nWe are also seeking your feedback on the types of professional development and community of practice opportunities you’d like to see from the AIE Networking Group in the future. Please fill out our survey to inform our future programming. \nCEUs will be provided. \nRegistration\nRegistration is now closed and event is full. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/winter-rural-indian-education-gathering/ LOCATION:Beltrami Electric Cooperative Inc.\, 4111 Technology Dr NW\, Bemidji\, MN\, 56601\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,K-12 Education,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/event_rural_indian_ed.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T160331 CREATED:20250117T182112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T181148Z UID:10000478-1739617200-1739624400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul -What's In Your Brand Toolkit DESCRIPTION:Commemorate Black History & Culture with OMG Studio’s Art\, Music & Literature Exhibition 2025. Branding and marketing for small businesses\, includes intro to podcasting. FREE Media Courses Offered to the Beloved Community – registration required; space is limited. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: monique@omgmediasolutions.com \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/whats-in-your-brand-toolkit/ LOCATION:OMG Studios\, 550 Vandalia Street Suite 220\, St. Paul\, 55102\, United States CATEGORIES:Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/event_commemorate_black_history_culture_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Monique Linder":MAILTO:monique@omgmediasolutions.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T110000 DTSTAMP:20260420T160331 CREATED:20250129T175720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T173208Z UID:10000481-1740214800-1740222000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Cloud - Minnesota Civics Summit: Civics Organizations and Civics Education Professionals DESCRIPTION:Come join us to showcase your civics program or offering\, with a goal to provide a comprehensive directory of civics resources for teachers to engage 11th -12th grade students in their learning. Can’t attend? Email information about your civics offering for our statewide directory of civics resources to civics@lwvmn.org. \n\n11:30am – Lunch & Networking\n9:00am – Coffee\, Bagels\, and Networking\n9:30am – Welcome – MN Representative Dean Urdahl (Ret) and Senator Steve Cwodsinski Introduction to MN Civics Summit Civics and Program Sharing by All\n11:00am – Wrap-Up and break before lunch\n\nRegister for this morning session to gather and help get our directory of civics resources started! \nSponsored by: MINNESOTA CIVICS SUMMIT – A new\, collaborative effort to jumpstart the new civics standards for 11th and 12th graders in Minnesota\, to support teachers in their engagement of students in civics and voting. Organizing partners include the Minnesota Humanities Center\, MN Department of Education\, League of Women Voters of MN\, YMCA Center for Youth Voice\, Federal Bar Association\, MN Council on the Social Studies\, TeachingCivics.org\, and other interested teachers\, community members and civics organizations. More information at lwvmn.org/civics. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. Please register by Friday\, February 14\, 2025. \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minnesota-civics-summit-civics-organizations-education-professionals/ LOCATION:Atwood Memorial Center\, St. Cloud University\, 720 4th Ave. South\, St. Cloud\, MN\, 56301\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,K-12 Education,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/event_mn_civics_summit.png ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T160331 CREATED:20241217T205031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T173226Z UID:10000467-1740223800-1740236400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Cloud - Minnesota Civics Summit: Pre-Conference Professional Development DESCRIPTION:What does it look like to build a classroom where students have productive discussions on challenging topics? A key evidence-based practice in civics education is the discussion of current events and controversial issues\, but in today’s polarized political climate\, many students are experiencing fewer opportunities to engage in these kinds of essential discussions in their classrooms. Spend the first half of the session exploring a method for building student capacity for civic discussion in ways that allow them to cultivate empathy and develop their own voice. Then\, share your thoughts and needs about the resources and support you need to teach the new Academic Standards in Social Studies\, and meet the new legislative requirement that students take a course for credit in citizenship and government in 11th or 12th grade. \n\n11:30am – Lunch & Networking\n12:00pm – Welcome & Introduction to MN Civics Summit\n12:15pm – Professional Development Workshopon Respectful Conversations in Schools™ A highly interactive workshop where educators will learn about and practice a strategy for having challenging\, respectful conversations in class about important\, sometimes divisive\, issues. Led by Amy Anderson\, YMCA Center for Youth Voice.\n1:45pm – Short Break\n2:00pm – Listening & Sharing Session to Support Teachers in Implementing Anchor Standards Small and large group discussions on current tools being used\, existing gaps\, needed supports\, and new efforts to help teachers. Led by Brittany Rawson-Haeg\, MN Department of Education.\n2:45pm – Large group report out\, wrap-up\, summary and adjourn by 3:00pm\n\nSponsored by: MINNESOTA CIVICS SUMMIT – A new\, collaborative effort to jumpstart the new civics standards for 11th and 12th graders in Minnesota\, to support teachers in their engagement of students in civics and voting. Organizing partners include the Minnesota Humanities Center\, MN Department of Education\, League of Women Voters of MN\, YMCA Center for Youth Voice\, Federal Bar Association\, MN Council on the Social Studies\, TeachingCivics.org\, and other interested teachers\, community members and civics organizations. More information at lwvmn.org/civics. \nCEUs will be provided. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. Please register by Friday\, February 14\, 2025. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minnesota-civics-summit-pre-conference-professional-development/ LOCATION:Atwood Memorial Center\, St. Cloud University\, 720 4th Ave. South\, St. Cloud\, MN\, 56301\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,K-12 Education,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/event_mn_civics_summit.png ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR