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:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240425 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240618 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20231218T201816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174135Z UID:10000398-1714003200-1718668799@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Holdingford - We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION:The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: Stearns County Soil and Water Conservation District \nWant to know more about We Are Water MN?\nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/holdingford-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Art in Motion on the Lake Wobegon Trail\, 1400 4th St\, Holdingford\, MN\, 56340\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Exhibit,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20240312T170646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T160738Z UID:10000408-1713006000-1713013200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Rochester - Poetry Sparks! Lines\, Lyrics\, & Laureates DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Poetry Month with us! Join Minnesota’s Poet Laureate Gwen Nell Westerman and City of Rochester Poet Laureate Jean Prokott for Poetry Sparks! Lines\, Lyrics\, & Laureates. At this family friendly event\, Gwen and Jean will share some of their poetry\, and then help you write your own. Contribute to community poetry\, visit our creative writing stations\, write a poem to give away on poem in your pocket day\, and take a chance on mystery poems. Don’t miss this opportunity to create poetry with the Laureates\, and have fun while diving into the joy of poetic expression! \nThis event is presented in partnership with Southeast MN Poets\, supporting poets of all ages and stages in their careers. The Southeast MN Poets foster growth\, experience\, and understanding of the art of poetry through writing\, reading\, and discussion. \nAbout the Laureates\nGwen Nell Westerman is Minnesota’s current Poet Laureate\, and was appointed in 2021. An enrolled member of the Sisseton Wahpeton Dakota Oyate Nation\, Gwen is the first Native poet to hold the role of Laureate for Minnesota. She teaches English and Humanities at Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, and in addition to her 2013 poetry collection “Follow the Blackbirds\,” recently published the collection “Songs\, Blood Deep”\, which has been shortlisted for the 2024 MN Book Awards. \nJean Prokott’s poetry collection “The Second Longest Day of the Year” won the Howling Bird Press Book Prize (Howling Bird Press). She is the author of the chapbook “The Birthday Effect” (Black Sunflowers Press)\, is a recipient of the AWP Intro Journals Award\, and of the John Calvin Rezmerski Memorial Grand Prize with the League of Minnesota Poets. She has poetry and nonfiction published in Verse Daily\, Rattle\, and Arts & Letters\, among other journals. Prokott is the Poet Laureate of Rochester\, Minnesota. \nRegistration\nRegistration is not required for this free event. Families\, kids\, all ages welcome. Poetry reading will begin at 11:00 a.m. Participants are invited to drop in any time between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/rochester-poetry-sparks-lines-lyrics-laureates/ LOCATION:Historic Chateau Theater\, 15 1st Street Southwest\, Rochester\, MN\, 55902\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,Minnesota's Poet Laureate,Public Programming,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/event_poet_laureate_poetry_sparks.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240229 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240423 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20231218T201131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174213Z UID:10000397-1709164800-1713830399@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Duluth - We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION:The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: Hartley Nature Center \nWant to know more about We Are Water MN?\nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/duluth-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Hartley Nature Center\, 3001 Woodland Ave\, Duluth\, MN\, 55803\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Exhibit,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20230906T193334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T175709Z UID:10000385-1699119000-1699128000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Poetry Sparks! Book Discussion and Open Mic with Minnesota’s Poet Laureate\, Gwen Nell Westerman DESCRIPTION:Join us for a two-part event\, a book launch of Minnesota Poet Laureate Gwen Nell Westerman’s new collection\, “Songs\, Blood Deep”\, followed by an Open Mic! Poet and author Heid Erdrich will engage Gwen in conversation about her new collection\, and what the role of the Poet Laureate has meant for her. Their discussion will be followed by an all-ages Open Mic emceed by former St. Paul Youth Poet Laureate\, Chavah Gabrielle. Hear Gwen\, Heid\, and Chavah read some of their work\, and then take the stage yourself to read or perform! \nBooks will be available for purchase and signing after the Open Mic. This event is free\, however registration is required; a light dinner will be provided. If you would like to read a poem during the open mic\, email Corey China at corey@mnhum.org to be added to the program! \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nSOLD OUT – REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/poetry-sparks-open-mic-night/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Kid Friendly,Minnesota's Poet Laureate,Public Programming,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/event_open_mic_book_discussion.png ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231013T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231013T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20230901T195851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T134121Z UID:10000383-1697220000-1697227200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online - Poetry Sparks! Youth Writing Workshop DESCRIPTION:Are you a young person (13-19 years of age) who writes poetry or aspires to start writing poetry? Do you want to connect with other youth writers? Then join us for the Poetry Sparks! Youth Writing Workshop with Minnesota’s Poet Laureate Gwen Nell Westerman\, and former St. Paul Youth Poet Laureate\, Chavah Gabrielle. During this virtual session\, you’ll have a chance to work with Gwen and Chavah to create a new piece of writing\, or workshop a piece you’ve been developing. You’ll also get a chance to read aloud and practice performing some poetry. We hope that once you’ve perfected your piece\, you’ll sign up for the Youth Voices Open Mic evening on November 4th. Grab a friend and pen some lines with the Laureates! \nThis event is free however registration is required; participants must 13-19 years of age*. \n(We are also holding an in-person session on October 6\, 2023 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Minnesota Humanities Center. Sign up for one or both!) \n*Youth is ages 13-19 as defined by the National Youth Poet Laureate organization. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-poetry-sparks-youth-writing-workshop/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Kid Friendly,Minnesota's Poet Laureate,Online,Public Programming,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/event_youth_writing_workshop.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231006T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231006T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20230906T193338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T193338Z UID:10000386-1696613400-1696622400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Poetry Sparks! Youth Writing Workshop DESCRIPTION:Are you a young person (13-19 years of age) who writes poetry or aspires to start writing poetry? Do you want to connect with other youth writers? Then join us for the Poetry Sparks! Youth Writing Workshop with Minnesota’s Poet Laureate Gwen Nell Westerman\, and former St. Paul Youth Poet Laureate Chavah Gabrielle. During this in-person session\, you’ll have a chance to work with Gwen and Chavah to create a new piece of writing\, or workshop a piece you’ve been developing. You’ll also get a chance to read aloud and practice performing some poetry. We hope that once you’ve perfected your piece\, you’ll sign up for the Youth Voices Open Mic evening on November 4th. Grab a friend and pen some lines with the Laureates! \nThis event is free however registration is required; a light dinner will be provided; participants must 13-19 years of age*. \n(We are also holding a virtual option on October 13\, 2023 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. over Zoom – sign up for one or both!) \n*Youth is ages 13-19 as defined by the National Youth Poet Laureate organization. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/poetry-sparks-youth-writing-workshop/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Kid Friendly,Minnesota's Poet Laureate,Public Programming,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/event_youth_writing_workshop.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230923T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230923T220000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20230810T170146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T182106Z UID:10000378-1695492000-1695506400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Cambodian Heritage Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first Cambodian Heritage Day as we celebrate the beauty of the Cambodian Minnesota community and its complex culture. This event features an evening of performances\, music\, food\, and history. All community members are invited to this event to learn more about Minnesota’s Cambodian ancestry. There is no cost to attend\, but registration is strongly encouraged. \nThe Minnesota Humanities Center and the Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans are honored to support this partnership with money from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008. \nRegistration\nParking in the Minnesota History Center parking lot is complimentary\, thanks to funding by the Minnesota Historical Society. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/cambodian-heritage-celebration/ LOCATION:Minnesota History Center\, 345 W Kellogg Blvd\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Kid Friendly,Public Programming,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/event_cambodian_heritage_celebration.png ORGANIZER;CN="Casey DeMarais":MAILTO:casey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20230707T141008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T132719Z UID:10000375-1694012400-1694023200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - National Read a Book Day DESCRIPTION:September 6 is National Read a Book Day. In celebration\, we invite book lovers of all ages to the lawn of the Minnesota Humanities Center for a read-in gathering. Bring the book of your choice\, a blanket or chair\, and join in celebration by reading in community. Extra blankets and books will be available for those without. Story Walks will also be located around the grounds for wandering young readers. Can’t make it? Celebrate wherever you happen to be by taking time out of your day to read. The event is free and open to all to join at their leisure as time allows. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/national-read-a-book-day/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Kid Friendly,Public Programming,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/event_national_read_book_day.png ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230805T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230805T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20230628T182118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T203804Z UID:10000371-1691240400-1691247600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Minnesota Writers Series: Rose McGee Children's Book Release DESCRIPTION:Minnesota Humanities Center\, in partnership with Minnesota Historical Society Press\, is pleased to host the launch of Rose McGee’s new children’s book\, “Can’t Nobody Make a Sweet Potato Pie Like Our Mama!” The author and the book’s illustrator\, Christopheraaron Deanes\, will read from the book and participate in a moderated discussion around themes related to food and family. Freddie Bell\, KMOJ radio personality and Minnesota Broadcasting Hall of Fame inductee\, will moderate the discussion. The author and illustrator will be available for a book signing and discussion at a reception following the event. Books will be available for purchase from Black Garnet Books. Part of the Minnesota Writers Series. \nAbout the Book\nIn Rose McGee’s charming picture book (3-7 age range)\, young Marie and Landon think that their grandmother\, “Mama\,” makes the best sweet potato pies ever. The twins sometimes wonder if there might be some magic involved. Neighbors dealing with bad news or struggling with loss stop by for a slice. Sharing the pies—their sweet aroma\, their familiar texture—in Mama’s warm home brings them comfort. The twins marvel at the neighbors’ transformation. Maybe\, the twins realize\, the magic isn’t in the pies. Maybe it’s in their mama. \nAbout the Author and Illustrator\nRose McGee’s touching story expands on her own work building community and relationships through her “baketivism” as the leader of the nonprofit Sweet Potato Comfort Pie. She is a well-known facilitator\, the playwright behind “Kumbayah: The Juneteenth Story\,” one of Minnesota’s 50 Over 50\, and a 2019 Bush Fellow. Her work has been featured in the national PBS documentary\, “A Few Good Pie Places\,” and in the TEDx Talk\, “The Power of Pie.” \nChristopheraaron Deanes is an artist and educator working to build creative equitable spaces that support and engage communities. As an artist\, Christopheraaron is represented in local galleries and has created metal enamel sculptures as well as murals sited throughout the Twin Cities. As an educator\, he works in the administration offices at Fridley Public Schools and with communities of color around Minneapolis and St. Paul. He lives in Minneapolis with his wife\, Cara\, and five amazing children. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/mn-writers-series-rose-mcgee-childrens-book-release/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Kid Friendly,Minnesota Writers Series,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/event_mn_writers_rose_mcgee.png ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230622 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230815 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20230524T184517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174258Z UID:10000362-1687392000-1692057599@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION:The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: Somali Museum of Minnesota \nExhibit hours\nOren Gateway Center lobby hours; Somali Museum staff will be with the exhibit on Saturdays. \nTuesday: Noon to 7:00 p.m.\nWednesday: Noon to 7:00 p.m.\nThursday: Noon to 7:00 p.m.\nFriday: Noon to 7:00 p.m.\nSaturday: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nWant to know more about We Are Water MN?\nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Augsburg University\, Oren Gateway Center Lobby\, 610 22nd Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55454\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Exhibit,Free,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20230328T140340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T132700Z UID:10000351-1683374400-1683388800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Children's Book Week Celebration DESCRIPTION:Children’s literature is one of the first ways in which storytelling makes an impact in young humans’ lives\, teaching them about the world they live in and the power of their own imagination\, and celebrating what makes us all both similar and unique. Join the Minnesota Humanities Center for a celebration on the lawn honoring Children’s Book Week\, with guest author readings\, book art workshops\, story walks\, games\, crafts\, book sales\, food trucks\, and special giveaways. Authors and book illustrators joining include Diane Wilson\, Sun Yung Shin 신 선 영\, Shannon Gibney\, John Coy\, Marian Hassan\, Magdalena Mora\, Remona Htoo\, and Dr. Artika Tyner. ARTrageous will also be setting up a Creation Station for kids and kids at heart to make their own bookmarks\, and Babycakes Book Stack bus will also be on site selling books. In partnership with Diverse Reads and AMPACT. \nStory Time Schedule\n12:00 p.m. – My Daddy Tells Me with Thuba Nguyen\n12:30 p.m. – Somali folktales with Marian Hassan\n1:00 p.m. – Magdalena Mora\n1:30 p.m. – My Little Legs with Remona Htoo\n2:00 p.m. – Where We Come From with John Coy\, Shannon Gibney\, Sun Yung Shin\, and Diane Wilson\n2:30 p.m. – Sam and the Incredible African and American Food Fight with Shannon Gibney\n3:00 p.m. – Joey and Grandpa Johnson’s Day in Rondo with Dr. Artika Tyner \nRegistration\nRegistration is appreciated but not required for this event. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/childrens-book-week-celebration/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Kid Friendly,Public Programming,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/event_childrens_book_week.png ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230427 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230620 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20230309T162431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174311Z UID:10000348-1682553600-1687219199@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Pine River - We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION:The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: Happy Dancing Turtle \nWant to know more about We Are Water MN?\nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/pine-river-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Happy Dancing Turtle\, 2331 Dancing Wind Rd SW\, Ste 1\, Pine River\, MN\, 56474\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230302 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230425 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20221206T153025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174323Z UID:10000329-1677715200-1682380799@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Becker - We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION:The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: The Mississippi River St. Cloud Watershed Collaborative \nWant to know more about We Are Water MN?\nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLEARN MORE URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/becker-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Sherburne History Center\, 10775 27th Ave SE\, Becker\, 55308\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Free,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20220713T143303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T132048Z UID:10000310-1667037600-1667059200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Worthington - Poetry in the Parks DESCRIPTION:Poetry in the Parks has been postponed. Please check back for updated offerings. \nWhat does nature mean to you? Students in grades 5-8 are invited to join Minnesota’s Poet Laureate Gwen Westerman and fellow poet Michael Torres* for a daylong writing workshop at Minnesota State Parks. Alongside the poets\, students will explore the beauty of nature and write their own poems. Students will receive instruction and encouragement to write in their home languages as well as English. \nEach workshop will run from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and has space for 20 students in grades 5 – 8 (academic year 2022-23). Pens and notebooks will be provided\, and students will be given prompts in advance. Refreshments will include morning and afternoon snacks and lunch. \nBus transportation will be provided from Nobles County Library to Blue Mound State Park. \n*At select locations URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/worthington-poetry-in-the-parks/ LOCATION:Nobles County Library\, 407 12th Street\, Worthington\, MN\, 56187\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/poetry_parks_worthington.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20220713T142818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T132039Z UID:10000309-1665828000-1665849600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Austin - Poetry in the Parks DESCRIPTION:What does nature mean to you? Students in grades 5-8 are invited to join Minnesota’s Poet Laureate Gwen Westerman and fellow poet Michael Torres* for a daylong writing workshop at Minnesota State Parks. Alongside the poets\, students will explore the beauty of nature and write their own poems. Students will receive instruction and encouragement to write in their home languages as well as English. \nEach workshop will run from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and has space for 20 students in grades 5 – 8 (academic year 2022-23). Pens and notebooks will be provided\, and students will be given prompts in advance. Refreshments will include morning and afternoon snacks and lunch. \nBus transportation will be provided from Austin Public Library to Myre Big Island State Park. \n*At select locations URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/austin-poetry-in-the-parks/ LOCATION:Austin Public Library\, 323 4th Avenue Northeast\, Austin\, MN\, 55912\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/poetry_parks_austin.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221013 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221206 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20220505T153303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174336Z UID:10000261-1665619200-1670284799@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Eagan - We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION:Free with Admission\nThe We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: Dakota County \nWant to know more about We Are Water MN?\nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLEARN MORE URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/eagan-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Lebanon Hills Visitor Center\, 860 Cliff Road\, Eagan\, MN\, 55123\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Free,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221013 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221206 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20220505T151400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174349Z UID:10000260-1665619200-1670284799@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Hastings – We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION:Free with Admission\nThe We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: Dakota County \nWant to know more about We Are Water MN?\nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLEARN MORE URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/hastings-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Pleasant Hill Library\, 1490 South Frontage Road\, Hastings\, Minnesota\, 55033\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Free,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221001T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221001T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20220713T141937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T132056Z UID:10000308-1664618400-1664640000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Mankato - Poetry in the Parks DESCRIPTION:What does nature mean to you? Students in grades 5-8 are invited to join Minnesota’s Poet Laureate Gwen Westerman and fellow poet Michael Torres* for a daylong writing workshop at Minnesota State Parks. Alongside the poets\, students will explore the beauty of nature and write their own poems. Students will receive instruction and encouragement to write in their home languages as well as English. \nEach workshop will run from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and has space for 20 students in grades 5 – 8 (academic year 2022-23). Pens and notebooks will be provided\, and students will be given prompts in advance. Refreshments will include morning and afternoon snacks and lunch. \nBus transportation will be provided from Blue Earth County Library to Minneopa State Park. \n*At select locations URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/mankato-poetry-in-the-parks/ LOCATION:Blue Earth County Library\, 100 East Main Street\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/poetry_parks.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220925T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220925T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20220812T131913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T172021Z UID:10000315-1664112600-1664118000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Shoua and the Northern Lights Dragon: Musical Performance and Discussion DESCRIPTION:Join us for a brand-new musical performance by Chione Quintet based on Twin Cities author Ka Vang’s Shoua and the Northern Lights Dragon. This short chapter book\, published by the Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans (CAPM) and the Minnesota Humanities Center in 2012\, tells the story of Shoua\, a Hmong American girl who discovers her voice as she saves an injured dragon while camping in the north woods of Minnesota. Hear this story set to beautiful and evocative music composed by fellow Minnesotan\, Jocelyn Hagen\, with narration by Ka Vang. Chione Quintet combines musical character themes with American Sign Language and will share the stories of each of their instruments and the ensemble they create–the wind quintet! \nHear from Sia Her\, Executive Director of CAPM\, about the project that led to the publication of this wonderful book and five others – The Reading Together Book Project\, which addresses the importance of children’s books that speak to the rich and diverse cultural identities reflected in the U.S. You will also hear from author Ka Vang about the significance and impact the book and performance have had on her. \nChildren of all ages are welcome! There is no cost to attend\, but registration is required. Refreshments from a local Asian market will be served. \nChione [kiōn] is a Twin Cities-based woodwind quintet comprised of innovative and cross-disciplinary women. The unique and evolving medium provides an outlet to explore and create new sounds while redefining and rediscovering lesser-known music. Chione is committed to collaborating with professionals of all genres and creative outlets\, with particular interests in commissioning new pieces and performing works by women artists. Throughout each endeavor\, Chione aims to reach a wide range of audiences with the hopes of inspiring contemporary and aspiring artists as well as supporters of the arts. \nRegistration\nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/shoua-northern-lights-dragon/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Kid Friendly,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/event_shoua_chione.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220818 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221011 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20220420T183839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174404Z UID:10000242-1660780800-1665446399@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Fergus Falls - We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION:The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: Otter Tail County \nWant to know more about We Are Water MN?\nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLEARN MORE URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/fergus-falls-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Fergus Falls Public Library\, 205 East Hampden Avenue\, Fergus Falls\, MN\, 56537\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220623 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220816 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20220420T181132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174417Z UID:10000239-1655942400-1660607999@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Alexandria – We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION:The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: Legacy of the Lakes Museum \nWant to know more about We Are Water MN?\nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLEARN MORE URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/alexandria-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Legacy of the Lakes Museum\, 205 3rd Avenue West\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T210000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20220504T051118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T140824Z UID:10000253-1655487000-1655499600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Golden Valley – Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story (Reception and Evening Performance) DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Juneteenth was written into law as a national day of observance\, yet many people are unfamiliar with its meaning and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center is honored to collaborate with Sweet Potato Comfort Pie and community to bring the significance of this day to life. \nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story written by Rose McGee is a 90-minute fictitious\, two-act play that addresses a factual and traumatic time in our history – when news was deliberately withheld that Black people were no longer to be kept as slaves in this country. Storytelling and music weave together mesmerizing scenes. Although tragedy is depicted\, this play within a play is tremendously uplifting. The story begins with a Prologue set in the early 1800s in a small West African village where a young mother and her small son are being abducted from their home by slave catchers. Act One: Scene One is set in present time in a popular North Minneapolis soul-food restaurant where a group of youths and adults ultimately end up discussing what Juneteenth means. Before long they all agree to attend a play about Juneteenth. The story then shifts into 1863 on the Turner Plantation in Tyler\, Texas with the character Frederick Douglass as Narrator. \nAlthough interpretation is best suited for ages 8 and up\, children of all ages are welcome to attend. A special reception with light refreshments and emphasis on the significance of voting precedes the 7:00 p.m. show from 5:30 p.m. to 6:50 p.m. \nPerformances are free to attend\, but registration is required. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \n  \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/kumbayah-the-juneteenth-story-evening/ LOCATION:Breck School\, 123 Ottawa Avenue North\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kid Friendly,Kumbayah,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/event_kumbayah_juneteenth.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20220504T051656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T140759Z UID:10000254-1655460000-1655467200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Golden Valley - Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story (Morning Performance) DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Juneteenth was written into law as a national day of observance\, yet many people are unfamiliar with its meaning and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center is honored to collaborate with Sweet Potato Comfort Pie and community to bring the significance of this day to life. \nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story written by Rose McGee is a 90-minute fictitious\, two-act play that addresses a factual and traumatic time in our history – when news was deliberately withheld that Black people were no longer to be kept as slaves in this country. Storytelling and music weave together mesmerizing scenes. Although tragedy is depicted\, this play within a play is tremendously uplifting. The story begins with a Prologue set in the early 1800s in a small West African village where a young mother and her small son are being abducted from their home by slave catchers. Act One: Scene One is set in present time in a popular North Minneapolis soul-food restaurant where a group of youths and adults ultimately end up discussing what Juneteenth means. Before long they all agree to attend a play about Juneteenth. The story then shifts into 1863 on the Turner Plantation in Tyler\, Texas with the character Frederick Douglass as Narrator. \nAlthough interpretation is best suited for ages 8 and up\, children of all ages are welcome to attend. \nPerformances are free to attend\, but registration is required. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \n  \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/kumbayah-the-juneteenth-story-morning/ LOCATION:Breck School\, 123 Ottawa Avenue North\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kid Friendly,Kumbayah,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/event_kumbayah_juneteenth.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220428 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220621 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20220517T171309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174428Z UID:10000262-1651104000-1655769599@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Lake City - We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION:The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: Lake Pepin Legacy Alliance URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/lake-city-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Lake City Public Library\, 201 South High Street\, Lake City\, MN\, 55041\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220303 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220426 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20220608T160717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174441Z UID:10000290-1646265600-1650931199@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Winona – We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION:Free with Admission\nThe We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: City of Winona \nWant to know more about We Are Water MN?\nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/winona-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Winona County Historical Society\, 160 Johnson Street\, Winona\, MN\, 55987\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220301 DTSTAMP:20260501T233037 CREATED:20220608T164529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174453Z UID:10000297-1642636800-1646092799@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul – We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION:Free with Admission\nThe We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participation in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: MHC and partners \nWant to know more about We Are Water MN?\nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/we-are-water-mn-state-capitol/ LOCATION:State Capitol\, 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. Blvd\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55155\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Free,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR