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SUMMARY:Duluth - Minnesota Writers Series: The Sky Watched
DESCRIPTION:Author and poet Linda LeGarde Grover will be joining the Minnesota Writers Series for a special event in Duluth. In addition to reading selections from her recently  re-released collection\, The Sky Watched: Poems of Ojibwe Lives (University of Minnesota Press\, 2022)\, Grover will also join in conversation with Dr. Jill M. Doerfler\, head of American Indian Studies at University of Minnesota-Duluth\, about the joys and complexities of leading a life devoted to writing and poetry\, and the ways in which poetry has connected her further to her Native culture. In celebration of poets at all stages of their writing journey\, during the second half of the event\,  members of the audience will be invited to share their own poetry as time allows. Co-sponsored by the American Indian Community Housing Organization\, also the host site for this event.  \nAbout the book: The Sky Watched is a collective memoir in poetry of an Ojibwe family and tribal community\, from creation myth to this day\, updated with new poems. The collection gives poetic voice\, in English and Ojibwe\, those assembled here—voices of history\, of memory and experience\, of children and elders\, Indian boarding school students\, tribal storytellers\, and the Manidoog\, the unseen beings who surround our lives—come together to create a collective memoir in poetry as expansive and particular as the starry sky.  \nAbout the author: Linda LeGarde Grover is professor emerita of American Indian studies at the University of Minnesota Duluth and a member of the Bois Forte Band of Ojibwe. Her books The Road Back to Sweetgrass\, Onigamiising: Seasons of an Ojibwe Year\, In the Night of Memory\, and Gichigami Hearts: Stories and Histories from Misaabekong\, all from Minnesota\, have earned numerous awards\, including the Native Writers Circle of the Americas First Book Award; Northeastern Minnesota Book Awards for poetry\, memoir\, and fiction; and a Minnesota Book Award for memoir and creative nonfiction. Her book of stories The Dance Boots received the Flannery O’Connor Award and the Janet Heidinger Kafka Prize. \nAbout the moderator: Jill Doerfler is a professor and department head of American Indian Studies at the University of Minnesota Duluth. Her primary area of scholarly interest is American Indian identity with a focus on Anishinaabe citizenship. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org  \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/mn-writers-series-sky-watched/
LOCATION:American Indian Community Housing Organization (AICHO)\, 202 West 2nd Street\, Duluth\, MN\, 55802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Greater Minnesota,Minnesota Writers Series,Public Programming,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230710T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T141225Z
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SUMMARY:St. Paul - Critical Conversation: Starting with the Indigenous | Emphasis on Place
DESCRIPTION:What connects us to this place? How does the history of this place inform who we are and how we connect with each other? Join Indigenous leaders Kate Beane\, Executive Director of the Minnesota Museum of American Art\, and Christina Woods\, Executive Director of the Duluth Art Institute\, who will engage participants in deep dialogue about Indigenous issues related to place and land. Participants will learn from Dakota and Ojibwe community members\, through stories and histories often left out of public narratives\, how art helps us create deeper meaning and connections.  \nRefreshments and a light meal will be served. This event is part of a series of Critical Conversations\, created in partnership with Public Art Saint Paul’s 2023 Wakpa Triennial Art Festival. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org  \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/critical-conversation-starting-with-the-indigenous-emphasis-on-place/
LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Critical Conversations,Free,Public Programming,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T200000
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SUMMARY:St. Cloud - Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story
DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Juneteenth was written into law as a national day of observance. Following\, on February 3rd\, 2023\, Juneteenth became an official state holiday in Minnesota.  Although awareness has grown\, many people are still unfamiliar with why we celebrate Juneteenth and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center and Sweet Potato Comfort Pie are proud to bring Kumbayah the Juneteenth Story to St. Cloud area communities in collaboration with host partner United Way of Central Minnesota and local organizations.\n  \n\nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story from iDream.tv on Vimeo. \n \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.  \nRegistration\nThe evening performance is free to attend\, but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-cloud-kumbayah/
LOCATION:Marcus Theatres\, 1533 Frontage Road North\, Waite Park\, MN\, 56387\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kumbayah,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20230426T202506Z
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SUMMARY:Rochester - Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story
DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Juneteenth was written into law as a national day of observance. Following\, on February 3rd\, 2023\, Juneteenth became an official state holiday in Minnesota.  Although awareness has grown\, many people are still unfamiliar with why we celebrate Juneteenth and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center and Sweet Potato Comfort Pie are proud to bring Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story to Rochester area communities in collaboration with the following local organizations: Mayo Clinic\, Rochester Branch of the NAACP\, and Rochester Public Schools.\n  \n\nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story from iDream.tv on Vimeo. \n \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.  \nRegistration\nThe evening performance is free to attend\, but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/rochester-kumbayah/
LOCATION:Mayo Civic Center\, 30 Civic Center Drive SE\, Rochester\, MN\, 55904\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kumbayah,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230619T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230619T193000
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CREATED:20230420T204312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T140741Z
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SUMMARY:St. Peter - Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story
DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Juneteenth was written into law as a national day of observance. Following\, on February 3rd\, 2023\, Juneteenth became an official state holiday in Minnesota.  Although awareness has grown\, many people are still unfamiliar with why we celebrate Juneteenth and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center and Sweet Potato Comfort Pie are proud to bring Kumbayah the Juneteenth Story to St. Peter and Mankato communities in collaboration with the following local host partners: True Essentials Consulting\, Juneteenth Foundation\, and St. Peter Area Public Schools.\n  \n\nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story from iDream.tv on Vimeo. \n \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.  \nRegistration\nThe evening performance is free to attend\, but registration is highly recommended. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-peter-kumbayah/
LOCATION:St. Peter High School\, 2121 Broadway Ave\, St. Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kumbayah,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
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SUMMARY:Golden Valley - Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story (Evening Performance)
DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Juneteenth was written into law as a national day of observance. Following\, on February 3rd\, 2023\, Juneteenth became an official state holiday in Minnesota.  Although awareness has grown\, many people are still unfamiliar with why we celebrate Juneteenth and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center and Sweet Potato Comfort Pie are proud to bring Kumbayah the Juneteenth Story to the Twin Cities in collaboration with local organizations to include: Breck School\, League of Women Voters\, Metropolitan State University\, Upper Room Community\, and the City of Golden Valley.\n  \n\nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story from iDream.tv on Vimeo. \n \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.  \nRegistration\nThe evening performance is free to attend\, but registration is highly recommended. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/golden-valley-kumbayah-evening/
LOCATION:Breck School\, 123 Ottawa Avenue North\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kumbayah,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T120000
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CREATED:20230420T142633Z
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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. Following\, on February 3rd\, 2023\, Juneteenth became an official state holiday in Minnesota.  Although awareness has grown\, many people are still unfamiliar with why we celebrate Juneteenth and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center and Sweet Potato Comfort Pie are proud to bring Kumbayah the Juneteenth Story to the Twin Cities in collaboration with local organizations to include: Breck School\, League of Women Voters\, Metropolitan State University\, Upper Room Community\, and the City of Golden Valley. \n  \n\nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story from iDream.tv on Vimeo. \n  \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. \nRegistration\nASL interpretation will be available for the morning performance\nThe morning performance is free to attend\, but registration is highly recommended. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/golden-valley-kumbayah-morning/
LOCATION:Breck School\, 123 Ottawa Avenue North\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kumbayah,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
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SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Juneteenth Brunch: It Starts With Me with Dr. Bernice A. King\, CEO The King Center
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth Brunch 2023 from OMG Studios on Vimeo. \nIt Starts With Me Cultivating A Beloved Community Mindset To Transform Unjust Systems brings a fresh perspective to the questions\, “Where do we go from here?” and “How do we overcome economic inequities and injustices in our world house?” \nDr. Bernice A. King \, CEO of The King Center /Author of “It Starts With Me” / Daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr .and Mrs. Coretta Scott King \nDr. Bernice A. King is a global thought leader\, strategist\, solutionist\, orator\, peace advocate\, and CEO of the Martin Luther King\, Jr. Center For Nonviolent Social Change (The King Center)\, which was founded by her mother as the official living memorial to the life\, work\, and legacy of her father. In this position\, Bernice continues to advance her parents’ legacy of nonviolent social change through policy\, advocacy\, research\, as well as education & training through the Kingian philosophy of nonviolence\, which she re-branded Nonviolence365™ (NV365™).  Through her work at The King Center\, she educates youth and adults around the world about the nonviolent principles and strategies modeled by her parents. Dr. King received both a Juris Doctor (JD) and Master of Divinity (MDiv) Degrees from Emory University\, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Spelman College.  As a noted author\, she has to her credit\, “Hard Questions\, Heart Answers\,” as well as a children’s book entitled “It Starts with Me\,” which is a part of The King Center’s Be Love movement. Dr. King is an innovative\, inspirational\, and transformational leader. She is dedicated to ensuring that her parents’ legacy and teachings\, The King Center\, as well as the work of creating the Beloved Community\, with Nonviolence365™ as the pathway\, are introduced to new generations of influencers. \nJuneteenth Brunch\n11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. \nCultivating A Beloved Community Mindset To Transform Unjust Systems Conversation\n12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. \nIt Starts With Me Book Signing\n2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. \nMusic by: Jevetta Steele \nSupported by: McKnight Foundation\, Thrivent\, Blue Cross Blue Shield\, Habitat for Humanity\, Breakfast Bar of Minnesota\, Mortenson\, and the African American Leadership Forum \nProduced by: OMG Studios \nParking at Westminster Presbyterian Church\nThere is parking (bicycle and car) at Westminster! The Westminster parking ramp is located on Alice Rainville Place between Nicollet Ave and Marquette. Additional parking is available in other parking ramps and at automated meters on the streets. Westminster is accessible by numerous public transit options. Nice Ride bicycles are also a (great) option. \nParking Map \nRegistration\nRegistration is required. $25 admission includes: brunch\, an autographed copy of “It Starts With Me\,” co-written by Dr. Bernice A. King and Dr. Kimberly P. Johnson \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/juneteenth-brunch/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 1200 Marquette Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Juneteenth,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230421T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230421T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20230329T153105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T173003Z
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SUMMARY:St. Paul - Poetry Sparks!
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of National Poetry Month\, join Minnesota’s Poet Laureate Gwen Westerman\, at a poetry gathering just for poets. Hear about Gwen’s vision for poetry across the state\, get connected to other poets\, and let your creativity loose with some writing time. Stay after for a casual group meal\, and we’ll send you home feeling inspired\, centered\, and reinvigorated. We’ll provide the pens and the paper – bring yourself and come Spark! poetry connection and creativity with us! \n3:00 p.m. Event start\n6:00 p.m. Event close/Dinner served \nRegistration\nThis event is free but registration is required. Dinner after the event will be provided. Please note that this event is for poets only. \nCOVID-19 Policy: to help keep our artists safe\, all audience members are required to be masked inside the venue during the event regardless of vaccination status. Masks will not be required after the event while dinner is being served. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nRegistration for this event has closed. \nWant to know more about Minnesota’s Poet Laureate?\nLearn more about Gwen Nell Westerman and the history of Minnesota’s Poet Laureate.\n \nLearn More
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/poetry-sparks/
LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Minnesota's Poet Laureate,Public Programming
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230331T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
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SUMMARY:St. Paul - Minnesota Writers Series: Wild Things
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Trans Day of Visibility for a conversation with author Lynette Reini-Grandell\, author of “Wild Things: A Trans Glam Punk Rock Love Story\,” in a deeply personal conversation with her trans spouse\, Venus de Mars. The two will discuss the themes and stories in the book\, which follows the two through the art\, literary\, and indie rock worlds of Minneapolis and New York in the 1990s and early 2000s as they learn\, change\, and grow together\, navigating the transition\, the communities they found\, and the hostility they faced. Part of the Minnesota Writers Series. Sponsored by RECLAIM\, whose mission is to increase access to mental health care so queer and trans youth may reclaim their lives from oppression in all its forms. \nAbout the Author\nLynette Reini-Grandell is the author of “Wild Verge” (Holy Cow! Press\, 2018)\, “Approaching the Gate” (Holy Cow! Press\, 2014)\, and the forthcoming memoir\, “Wild Things: A Trans Glam Punk Rock Love Story” (Minnesota Historical Society Press\, 2023).  Other work has appeared in Alligator Juniper\, The Understanding between Foxes and Light\, Poetry Motel\, Revolver\, Poetry City U.S.A.\, and Seminary Ridge Review\, among others.  She has been nominated for a Pushcart and received grants for her work from the Finlandia Foundation and the Minnesota State Arts Board.  She performs with the Bosso Poetry Company and the jazz/poetry collective Sonoglyph. Her work is often inspired by Finnish folk culture and song\, and she frequently collaborates with Nordic Roots artists in multimedia performances. She lives in Minneapolis on the ancestral homeland of the Dakota people. \nRegistration\nIf cost is a barrier\, please contact Jessica Rust at jessica@mnhum.org before registering.  \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/mn-writers-series-wild-things/
LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Minnesota Writers Series,Public Programming,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20230203T212730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T172941Z
UID:10000276-1679734800-1679756400@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:St. Paul - Remembering - A Black Writers' Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Since the pandemic overwhelmed the world\, we have become saddled with grief\, fear\, and disillusionment stirred up by continuous violence\, strife\, and misunderstanding. Everywhere we turn\, we are striving to counter despair with joyous living. This retreat will center around remembering as an act of joy that provides opportunities for healing and recovery in ways that forgetting does not. \nTo make the writing process accessible and enjoyable\, Pamela Fletcher Bush (writer\, creative writing teacher\, editor\, CEO & Publisher of Saint Paul Almanac) and Ebony Aya (founder of the Aya Collective\, a space that centers the expertise and experience of Black women\, and program manager at the Jan Serie Center for Scholarship and Teaching at Macalester College) will lead workshop participants in guided writing exercises and discussion on a journey of Remembering.  \nSpecial Minnesota guest author Michael Kleber-Diggs will share how using one’s unique voice sets the writer and reader on a journey of discovery.  \nThis full-day writing retreat is being offered by In Black Ink in collaboration with the Minnesota Humanities Center. It is open to all members of the Black community\, writers at all levels and nonwriters alike. Registration is limited to 40 participants.  \nContinental breakfast and lunch are included. A journal will be provided.  \nRegistration\nYou are welcome to register using promo code COMMUNITY to waive the fee if you wish.  \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/remembering-black-writers-retreat/
LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Immersive Experiences,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20221201T161803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T131457Z
UID:10000327-1675882800-1675888200@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:St. Paul - Minnesota Writers Series: The Stories Whiteness Tells Itself Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating the release of David Mura’s new book\, “The Stories Whiteness Tells Itself: Racial Myths and Our American Narratives”\, released in January of 2023 by University of Minnesota Press. Following a reading of selections from the new book\, Mura will be joined by best-selling author and President of Innocent Technologies Alexs Pate for a discussion on the issues of race\, history and education. A book signing will follow the talk. Part of the Minnesota Writers Series. Co-sponsored by University of Minnesota Press.  \nAbout the book: From the country’s founding through the summer of Black Lives Matter in 2020\, Mura’s new book unmasks how white stories about race attempt to erase the brutality of the past and underpin systemic racism in the present. Mura shows how deeply we need to change our racial narratives to dissolve the myth of Whiteness and fully acknowledge the experiences of Black Americans. Poet Douglas Kearney has said of Mura’s new book that it “offers what so many Americans claim they want: a rigorous education in perceiving themselves stripped of their dearest myths.” \nAbout the author: David Mura is a poet\, writer of creative nonfiction and fiction\, critic\, and playwright. He is author of “A Stranger’s Journey: Race\, Identity\, and Narrative Craft in Writing” and the memoirs “Turning Japanese: Memoirs of a Sansei” and “Where the Body Meets Memory: An Odyssey of Race\, Sexuality\, and Identity”. He is coeditor\, with Carolyn Holbrook\, of  “We Are Meant to Rise: Voices for Justice from Minneapolis to the World” (2021). He lives in Minneapolis. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, but registration is required. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/mn-writers-series-stories-whiteness/
LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Minnesota Writers Series,Public Programming,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20221208T215824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T143634Z
UID:10000334-1675272600-1675279800@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Online - Woman Life Freedom (3 part series)
DESCRIPTION:Illustration by Roshi Rouzbehani \n*$30 is the fee for all three sessions. Participants must attend all three sessions. \nThis winter\, MHC will be hosting a timely virtual course\, Woman\, Life\, Freedom: The Iranian Women’s Revolution in Transnational Context\, with Dr. Yalda Hamidi from Minnesota State University-Mankato. The Iranian Feminist Movement of the moment is the first female-led movement in the Middle East and the world\, which received global support and transnational solidarities\, and incited several national and regional feminist resistance movements in Afghanistan\, Turkey\, India\, and more. Understanding this movement can change our knowledge of the “other women” and how we perceive them in America and will challenge how we locate our feminist demand here in Minnesota. \nThis virtual course will meet for three weeks\, and participants will learn more about Iranian history and culture\, women’s rights in Iran\, and the current women’s revolution\, using pre-assigned readings and primary resources to guide their discussions. Key speakers will also be involved in each session to contribute their perspectives and engage participants in conversation. \nYalda Hamidi (She/Her/Hers) is an Assistant Professor of Gender and Women’s Studies at Minnesota State University Mankato and a member of the Ms. Committee of Scholars. She identifies as a teacher\, mentor\, storyteller\, sister\, and auntie. At MNSU Mankato\, Yalda teaches transnational feminism\, feminist pedagogy\, and queer identities courses. In her research\, she writes about the importance of politics of location for understanding the feminism/s of non-white and non-Western women. Yalda’s non-academic work strives to share the stories of Iranian women championing and fighting intersectional systems of oppression.  \nView Full Bio \nSchedule:\nJanuary 18\, 2023 – 5:30-7:30 p.m.\nJanuary 25\, 2023 – 5:30-7:30 p.m.\nFebruary 1\, 2023 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. \nRegistration\n*$30 is the fee for all three sessions. If cost is a barrier\, please contact Jessica Rust at jessica@mnhum.org. \nParticipants must attend all three sessions. Educators will receive 6 CEUs for this course. All are welcome to participate. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-woman-life-freedom/2023-02-01/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Many Fronts,Professional Development,Public Programming,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20221208T215824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T143634Z
UID:10000333-1674667800-1674675000@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Online - Woman Life Freedom (3 part series)
DESCRIPTION:Illustration by Roshi Rouzbehani \n*$30 is the fee for all three sessions. Participants must attend all three sessions. \nThis winter\, MHC will be hosting a timely virtual course\, Woman\, Life\, Freedom: The Iranian Women’s Revolution in Transnational Context\, with Dr. Yalda Hamidi from Minnesota State University-Mankato. The Iranian Feminist Movement of the moment is the first female-led movement in the Middle East and the world\, which received global support and transnational solidarities\, and incited several national and regional feminist resistance movements in Afghanistan\, Turkey\, India\, and more. Understanding this movement can change our knowledge of the “other women” and how we perceive them in America and will challenge how we locate our feminist demand here in Minnesota. \nThis virtual course will meet for three weeks\, and participants will learn more about Iranian history and culture\, women’s rights in Iran\, and the current women’s revolution\, using pre-assigned readings and primary resources to guide their discussions. Key speakers will also be involved in each session to contribute their perspectives and engage participants in conversation. \nYalda Hamidi (She/Her/Hers) is an Assistant Professor of Gender and Women’s Studies at Minnesota State University Mankato and a member of the Ms. Committee of Scholars. She identifies as a teacher\, mentor\, storyteller\, sister\, and auntie. At MNSU Mankato\, Yalda teaches transnational feminism\, feminist pedagogy\, and queer identities courses. In her research\, she writes about the importance of politics of location for understanding the feminism/s of non-white and non-Western women. Yalda’s non-academic work strives to share the stories of Iranian women championing and fighting intersectional systems of oppression.  \nView Full Bio \nSchedule:\nJanuary 18\, 2023 – 5:30-7:30 p.m.\nJanuary 25\, 2023 – 5:30-7:30 p.m.\nFebruary 1\, 2023 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. \nRegistration\n*$30 is the fee for all three sessions. If cost is a barrier\, please contact Jessica Rust at jessica@mnhum.org. \nParticipants must attend all three sessions. Educators will receive 6 CEUs for this course. All are welcome to participate. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-woman-life-freedom/2023-01-25/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Many Fronts,Professional Development,Public Programming,Public Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/event_woman_life_freedom.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230118T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20221208T215824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T143634Z
UID:10000332-1674063000-1674070200@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Online - Woman Life Freedom (3 part series)
DESCRIPTION:Illustration by Roshi Rouzbehani \n*$30 is the fee for all three sessions. Participants must attend all three sessions. \nThis winter\, MHC will be hosting a timely virtual course\, Woman\, Life\, Freedom: The Iranian Women’s Revolution in Transnational Context\, with Dr. Yalda Hamidi from Minnesota State University-Mankato. The Iranian Feminist Movement of the moment is the first female-led movement in the Middle East and the world\, which received global support and transnational solidarities\, and incited several national and regional feminist resistance movements in Afghanistan\, Turkey\, India\, and more. Understanding this movement can change our knowledge of the “other women” and how we perceive them in America and will challenge how we locate our feminist demand here in Minnesota. \nThis virtual course will meet for three weeks\, and participants will learn more about Iranian history and culture\, women’s rights in Iran\, and the current women’s revolution\, using pre-assigned readings and primary resources to guide their discussions. Key speakers will also be involved in each session to contribute their perspectives and engage participants in conversation. \nYalda Hamidi (She/Her/Hers) is an Assistant Professor of Gender and Women’s Studies at Minnesota State University Mankato and a member of the Ms. Committee of Scholars. She identifies as a teacher\, mentor\, storyteller\, sister\, and auntie. At MNSU Mankato\, Yalda teaches transnational feminism\, feminist pedagogy\, and queer identities courses. In her research\, she writes about the importance of politics of location for understanding the feminism/s of non-white and non-Western women. Yalda’s non-academic work strives to share the stories of Iranian women championing and fighting intersectional systems of oppression.  \nView Full Bio \nSchedule:\nJanuary 18\, 2023 – 5:30-7:30 p.m.\nJanuary 25\, 2023 – 5:30-7:30 p.m.\nFebruary 1\, 2023 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. \nRegistration\n*$30 is the fee for all three sessions. If cost is a barrier\, please contact Jessica Rust at jessica@mnhum.org. \nParticipants must attend all three sessions. Educators will receive 6 CEUs for this course. All are welcome to participate. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-woman-life-freedom/2023-01-18/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Many Fronts,Professional Development,Public Programming,Public Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/event_woman_life_freedom.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20221109T211519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T132134Z
UID:10000325-1670680800-1670688000@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:St. Paul - Minnesota Writers Series: The Latitude of a Mercy
DESCRIPTION:Poet Stefan Lovasik is the next featured author in our new Minnesota Writers Series. Lovasik\, a Viet Nam combat veteran\, has published three poetry collections. His most recent\, The Latitude of a Mercy\, was published by New York Quarterly Books. His work has appeared in national magazines such as American Literary Review\, Consequence and New York Quarterly. He is a facilitator for Warrior Writers-Twin Cities and a staff editor for Pedestal Magazine. Lovasik’s work brings into striking focus the landscape of war; the lasting physical\, moral and psychological consequences of it; and the resilience of the human spirit. He will discuss his latest collection\, the power of writing as a tool for healing\, and his work on his upcoming memoir. Introducing the poet and doing her own reading will be fellow Veteran Chante Wolfe\, who is part of a Warriors Writers group with Lovasik. \nCo-sponsored by Veterans For Peace. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, but registration is required. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/mn-writers-series-latitude-mercy/
LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Many Fronts,Minnesota Writers Series,Public Programming,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20220914T210840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T132640Z
UID:10000320-1667644200-1667651400@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:St. Paul - Objects of War: A Storytelling Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center on Saturday\, November 5 at 10:30 a.m. for a storytelling circle centered around “Objects of War.” Whether dog tags of a family member lost in service\, a good luck charm kept by a soldier\, or a family heirloom that traveled across the world by a refugee\, objects can hold deep meaning for those who have been impacted by war.  \nParticipants are invited to bring their own object to share that helps them tell the story of their own connection to war\, whether direct or indirect. Moderated by a Veteran and a refugee\, the conversation will examine why we hold on to certain material objects\, and how they can help us better understand the human experience of war. Noted photographer Xavier Tavera will be on hand to photograph interested participants with their objects. Co-sponsored by the Minnesota Historical Society and the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans. \nRegistration\nRegistration is required for this free event. Open to the public; lunch will be provided.  \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-objects-of-war/
LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Many Fronts,Public Programs,Refugees,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20220913T171445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T132631Z
UID:10000318-1666288800-1666296000@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:St. Paul - Armed With Language: Film Talk
DESCRIPTION:In the height of WWII\, Historic Ft. Snelling was home to a little-known Military Intelligence Service Language School (MISLS). Thousands of Nisei men and women (second generation Japanese Americans) were trained as linguists and translators and played a crucial role in helping the U.S. to end the war. They served in the U.S. military despite the fact that tens of thousands of Americans of Japanese descent were being imprisoned in concentration camps for the supposed security risk they posed to the country.  \nTheir story is shared in the 2021 TPT documentary\, Armed With Language. Join producer Katie O’Rourke as she engages the film’s writer David Mura\, and Karen Tanaka Lucas who is featured in the film\, in a reflective conversation\, a year on from its debut. Along with viewing some of the film footage\, Katie\, David and Karen will explore why this history has remained so hidden from public knowledge\, their personal stories and connections with MISLS\, and the complicated histories that intertwine at the site of Historic Ft. Snelling. The conversation will end with a Q&A session with audience members.  \nHosted by Historic Ft. Snelling\, in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society\, TPT Twin Cities\, and the Twin Cities Chapter of the Japanese American Citizens League (JACL). This is a free event. \nRegistration\nDoors of the Plank Museum and Visitors Center at Historic Fort Snelling will open at 5:15 p.m.; the event will begin at 6:00 p.m.in the Event Space on the second floor; audience members are invited to bring their curiosity and questions to share with the speakers. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-armed-with-language/
LOCATION:Plank Museum and Visitors Center at Historic Fort Snelling\, 200 Tower Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Many Fronts,Public Programs,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20220812T123025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T132113Z
UID:10000314-1664474400-1664481600@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:St. Paul - Minnesota Writers Series: After Effects: A Memoir of Complicated Grief
DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Humanities Center welcomes the next author in our Minnesota Writers Series\, Andrea Gilats\, who will be reading from her book\, “After Effects: A Memoir of Complicated Grief.” In addition to talking about her own experience with grief following the death of her husband\, Gilats will also discuss how the process of writing helped with her own healing and understanding. Following the reading\, the author will be joined by Dr. Ben Trappey\, co-director of the University of Minnesota’s Center for the Art of Medicine (CFAM)\, for a discussion on complicated grief and the healing benefits of writing\, both physical and emotional.  \nRegistration\nWhile this program is free and open to all with registration\, part of the CFAM’s mission is to cultivate creativity\, curiosity and empathy in physicians and physicians-in-training through the arts and humanities. Medical professionals in attendance will have the opportunity to discuss their own complicated relationships with grief\, perhaps intensified during our pandemic-ravaged world of loss and isolation.   \nA reception with heavy appetizers will begin at 6 p.m.\, followed by the talk from 6:30-8 p.m. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/mn-writers-series-after-effects/
LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Minnesota Writers Series,Public Programming,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220925T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220925T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220901T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220901T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20220725T150903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T171851Z
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SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Celebrate the Diversity of Latinx Language\, Poetry\, and Culture with Palabristas
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota is home to over 345\,000 people of Latino/a/e/x descent – the fastest growing cultural community in the state. We often refer to all communities originating from Mexico\, Central and South America\, and the Caribbean countries as ‘Latin\,’ without realizing the great diversity in culture\, language\, traditions and social customs in each one of these communities: Mexican\, Puerto Rican\, Salvadoran\, Guatemalan\, Ecuadorian\, Cuban\, Colombian\, Chilean\, and others. \nBuild your cultural awareness as we learn about celebrate the diversity of Latino/a/e/x language\, poetry\, and culture with members of Palabristas – a community spoken word Latinx-Minnesotan collective. Activities will include poetry and spoken word performances\, conversation and food sharing\, and a creative writing activity. This event will be hosted at El Colegio – a Chicano-Latino South Minneapolis High School. \nRegistration\nThis event is open to anyone from middle school age through adult. \nWhile there is no cost to attend\, registration is requested. \nSpace is limited to 50 participants. \nK-12 educators will receive 2 clock hours. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/latinx-language-poetry-culture/
LOCATION:El Colegio High School\, 4137 Bloomington Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55407\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Professional Development,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220623T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20220504T023044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T171354Z
UID:10000248-1656007200-1656014400@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:St. Paul – The Impact of War\, Writing Workshops Facilitated by Warrior Writers
DESCRIPTION:Join Warrior Writers for a series of workshops to address the myriad experiences of war for Veterans and non-Veterans through the medium of writing. In these workshops you’ll be putting pen to paper to record feelings\, memories\, traumas\, personal histories or whatever comes to mind in the moment. There is no such thing as correct or polished writing\, and no previous experience is necessary. We’ll help you keep the pen moving! \nAlong with writing\, the workshops will foster positive relationships between those impacted by war\, and develop a deeper understanding and reclaiming of our personal and generational histories. Although the workshops are not therapy\, many find this format to be cathartic and useful in the reintegration into society. Many also find the process insightful and validating as you can make sense out of your experience through writing it down. \nWe recommend participants attend all four sessions if possible. Refreshments will be provided for morning sessions; dinner will be provided for the evening session. \nWarrior Writers is a national non-profit whose mission is to create a culture that articulates veterans’ experiences\, build a collaborative community for artistic expression\, and bear witness to war and the full range of military experiences. \nSchedule\nSaturday\, June 4\, 2022 – 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Session One\nSaturday\, June 11\, 2022 – 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Session Two\nSaturday\, June 18\, 2022 – 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Session Three\nThursday\, June 23\, 2022 – 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Session Four \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/impact-of-war-writing-workshops/2022-06-23/
LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Many Fronts,Refugees,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20220522T132533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T131720Z
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SUMMARY:St. Paul – Minnesota Writers Series: We Are Meant to Rise
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) for readings and an interactive round table discussion around the book\, “We Are Meant to Rise: Voices for Justice from Minneapolis to the World\,” which was published by University of Minnesota Press with More Than a Single Story. \nThe book’s editors\, Carolyn Holbrook and David Mura\, will be joined by contributors Anika Fajardo\, Samantha Sencer-Mura\, Suleiman Adan\, and Tess Montgomery\, to discuss the heavy task of writing about the past few years as writers of color\, from COVID-19 and the rise of anti-Asian hate crimes to the community’s response to the murder of George Floyd.  The panel\, which includes two sets of family members\, will also discuss how we talk about trauma and share stories generationally. Audience members will be invited to join in on the conversation at various points in the evening. \nThis event is part of the MHC’s new Minnesota Writers Series\, which amplifies recent publications from Minnesota authors\, and is being co-sponsored by Saint Paul Almanac. \nThis event is free but registration is required. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org  \n  \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/we-are-meant-to-rise/
LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Minnesota Writers Series,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20220504T023044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T171354Z
UID:10000247-1655546400-1655553600@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:St. Paul – The Impact of War\, Writing Workshops Facilitated by Warrior Writers
DESCRIPTION:Join Warrior Writers for a series of workshops to address the myriad experiences of war for Veterans and non-Veterans through the medium of writing. In these workshops you’ll be putting pen to paper to record feelings\, memories\, traumas\, personal histories or whatever comes to mind in the moment. There is no such thing as correct or polished writing\, and no previous experience is necessary. We’ll help you keep the pen moving! \nAlong with writing\, the workshops will foster positive relationships between those impacted by war\, and develop a deeper understanding and reclaiming of our personal and generational histories. Although the workshops are not therapy\, many find this format to be cathartic and useful in the reintegration into society. Many also find the process insightful and validating as you can make sense out of your experience through writing it down. \nWe recommend participants attend all four sessions if possible. Refreshments will be provided for morning sessions; dinner will be provided for the evening session. \nWarrior Writers is a national non-profit whose mission is to create a culture that articulates veterans’ experiences\, build a collaborative community for artistic expression\, and bear witness to war and the full range of military experiences. \nSchedule\nSaturday\, June 4\, 2022 – 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Session One\nSaturday\, June 11\, 2022 – 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Session Two\nSaturday\, June 18\, 2022 – 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Session Three\nThursday\, June 23\, 2022 – 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Session Four \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/impact-of-war-writing-workshops/2022-06-18/
LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Many Fronts,Refugees,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210307
CREATED:20220504T051118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T140824Z
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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:20260403T210307
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org
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