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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T004743
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T004743
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T132039Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221206
DTSTAMP:20260502T004743
CREATED:20220505T153303Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221206
DTSTAMP:20260502T004743
CREATED:20220505T151400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174349Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221001T160000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220925T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220925T150000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221011
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220816
DTSTAMP:20260502T004743
CREATED:20220420T181132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174417Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T004743
CREATED:20220504T051118Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T004743
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T140759Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220621
DTSTAMP:20260502T004743
CREATED:20220517T171309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174428Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220426
DTSTAMP:20260502T004743
CREATED:20220608T160717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174441Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220301
DTSTAMP:20260502T004743
CREATED:20220608T164529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174453Z
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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
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