BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Minnesota Humanities Center - ECPv6.15.12.2//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: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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130655 CREATED:20230831T204229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T131552Z UID:10000382-1700161200-1700168400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Red Wing - Minnesota Writers Series: Break Point: Two Minnesota Athletes and the Road to Title IX DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Writers Series welcomes Sheri Brenden\, author of “Break Point: Two Minnesota Athletes and the Road to Title IX” in a conversation with her sister\, Peg Brenden\, one of the St. Cloud student athletes behind the groundbreaking 1972 federal court case that took on the unequal system of school athletics nationwide. The event will take place in coordination with our partners at Anderson Center at Tower View\, as part of their Books in the Barn series. \nBooks will be available for purchase and signing following the reading\, courtesy of Fair Trade Books. \nRegistration is required for this in-person event in Red Wing. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/break-point-title-ix/ LOCATION:Anderson Center at Tower View\, 163 Tower View Drive\, Red Wing\, MN\, 55066\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Minnesota Writers Series,Public Programming,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/event_mn_writers_series_break_point.png ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231110T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231110T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230907T205615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T153355Z UID:10000388-1699637400-1699648200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Passport to the Humanities DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center for Passport to the Humanities — a captivating journey of discovery through Minnesota’s unique cultures. Fully embrace our diverse cultural heritage\, explore the depths of our history\, and help us set a course for a brighter and more just Minnesota. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION IS CLOSED \nIf you would like to attend Passport to the Humanities on November 10th\, please contact Jessica Rust at jessica@mnhum.org. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/passport-through-the-humanities/ LOCATION:Minneapolis Event Centers – The Grand 1858\, 212 2nd Street Southeast\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/event_passport_to_the_humanities.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Mayers":MAILTO:ann@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231110T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231110T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230907T205641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T195025Z UID:10000390-1699633800-1699648200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Passport to the Humanities + VIP Reception DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center for Passport to the Humanities — a captivating journey of discovery through Minnesota’s unique cultures. Fully embrace our diverse cultural heritage\, explore the depths of our history\, and help us set a course for a brighter and more just Minnesota. \nVIP admission includes a pre-reception from 4:30-5:30 p.m. and program and entertainment from 5:30-8:30 p.m. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION IS CLOSED \nIf you would like to attend Passport to the Humanities on November 10th\, please contact Jessica Rust at jessica@mnhum.org. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/vip-passport-to-the-humanities/ LOCATION:Minneapolis Event Centers – The Grand 1858\, 212 2nd Street Southeast\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/event_passport_humanities_vip.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Mayers":MAILTO:ann@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 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:20231102T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230911T212238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T171528Z UID:10000394-1698948000-1698955200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul – A Decade of Learning from Place: Bdote DESCRIPTION:Join us as we honor and recognize ten years of Learning from Place: Bdote! We will pay tribute to the individuals who co-created this transformational experience with the Minnesota Humanities Center – Ramona Kitto Stately\, Ethan Neerdaels\, and Mona Smith – as well as reveal opportunities to continue the learning. \nLearning from Place: Bdote started in collaboration with Saint Paul Public Schools\, following the creation of the Bdote Memory Map. The daylong immersive experience brings participants to sites of significance to Dakota people in the Twin Cities. Centered in Dakota stories and cultural knowledge\, the program has become a highly requested experience that expands one’s knowledge and understanding. Since its inception\, Learning from Place: Bdote has been delivered 100 times\, reaching 3\,000 participants from across industry sectors. \nA light meal of Indigenous food will be shared. \nRegistration\nSOLD OUT – REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/decade-of-bdote/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/event_decade_lfp_bdote.png ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230901T202914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T215939Z UID:10000384-1697988600-1697997600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - From Mountains to Lakes: Stories Of Hmong Women DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Minnesota Humanities Center collaborated with several institutions\, scholars\, and artists to host From Mountains to Lakes: Hmong Educational Forum. The event provided meaningful insight to include Hmong diaspora\, health disparities\, the importance of data disaggregation\, identity and intersectionality. Videos of these presentations are available to view online. \n Watch Now  \nThis year\, Minnesota Humanities Center is proud to collaborate with Hmong Women Achieving Together to host From Mountains to Lakes: Stories of Hmong Women. Our first event is aimed at recognizing the perseverance and contributions of Hmong women in Minnesota since arriving to the US nearly 50 years ago. Following the gathering\, there will be several intergenerational listening groups to identify stories and themes that are critical for community growth and on-going resiliency. Learnings from this project will be shared publicly in 2024. \nRegistration\nHmong women are encouraged to participate. \nA small number of spots are available for Non-Hmong women participants who would like to experience the gathering for community building learning purposes. Please contact MayKao Fredericks at maykao@mnhum.org. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/from-mountains-to-lakes/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/event_mountains_lakes_past_future.png ORGANIZER;CN="MayKao Fredericks":MAILTO:maykao@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230629T142428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T132222Z UID:10000373-1697909400-1697916600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Veterans Voices Month Celebration DESCRIPTION:October is Veterans Voices Month in Minnesota. Veterans and civilians are invited to gather at Minnesota Humanities Center for a dinner and poetry reading honoring the experiences of those serving the U.S. military from the margins\, including women\, immigrants\, LGBTQ individuals\, Black\, and American Indian service members among others. This event will kick off the MHC’s upcoming NEH-funded series\, “Examining Military Service From the Margins.” Following dinner and a sneak peek into MHC’s plans to diversify how we think of military history and service\, U.S. Army Veteran poet Jessi M. Atherton\, who served during Operation Iraqi Freedom\, will read from her new collection\, The Time War Takes. This free event is part of the Minnesota Writers Series and Many Fronts: Veteran and Community Voices initiatives. \nSCHEDULE:\n5:30-6:00 p.m. Opening Ceremony and Remarks\n6:00 p.m. Dinner\n6:30-7:30 p.m. Poetry reading and discussion \nRegistration\nWhen registering\, please note whether you plan to attend both the dinner and poetry reading\, or just one or the other. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/veterans-voices-month-celebration/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Many Fronts,Public Programming,Veterans ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/event_mws_time_war_takes.png ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231013T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231013T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 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;VALUE=DATE:20231012 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231205 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20221206T152321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174228Z UID:10000328-1697068800-1701734399@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Stillwater - 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: ArtReach St. Croix \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/stillwater-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Stillwater Public Library\, 224 3rd Street North\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Free,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:20231006T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231006T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 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:20231005T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231005T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230215T143343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T210955Z UID:10000283-1696528800-1696536000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Latino Joy DESCRIPTION:The aroma of inviting cuisine continues to fill the halls of the Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) as we commemorate Latino Cultural Heritage Month through food. MHC’s very own head chef and kitchen manager Lorena Bonilla and distinguished chef and owner Nettie Colón at the RedHen Gastrolab Concepts will prepare and serve comfort foods from their rich culture joined by emcee and poet Lupe Castille. Participants will have a chance to partake in the flavors through engaging “taste circles” of the delectables and share memories of the power of food from their own experiences. \nChef Lorena Bonilla joined the Minnesota Humanities Center’s (MHC) Event Team in 2002. In 2010 she became the Head Chef and Kitchen Manager responsible for overseeing the MHC Event Center kitchen and making sure that customer satisfaction is high\, and food is delicious! She is responsible for the daily operation of the kitchen\, caters over 300 events\, and feeds thousands of people a year! She is the recipient of several culinary awards for her masterful creations served at MHC. When Chef Lorena is not cooking at MHC\, she is spending time with family and friends at home where she enjoys making traditional meals with them. At age five Chef Lorena and her family moved from Zacatecas\, Mexico to Bakersfield\, California where her father worked at Dole Fresh Vegetables Company. She recalls how the family always had access to a variety of fresh vegetables. “My Mom is my greatest cooking inspiration\,” says Chef Lorena\, “I grew up watching her make delicious food for the family. When I was around 12 years old\, I started chopping the many vegetables for her to make Mexican style dishes. I loved my own special role in the kitchen.” \nChef Lorena admits that she likes eating just as much as cooking. Her favorite thing to make and eat is Mexican soup – especially what she calls pesole which includes hominy added with chicken or pork. Sopa de fideo is a Mexican noddle soup that happens to be her son’s favorite dish when made by her. The Fajita Buffet is one of the most raving reviewed menu items at the MHC Event Center. Chef Lorena’s incredible fajitas are made just right – grilled chicken and beef served with seared peppers and onions\, refried beans\, Spanish-style rice pilaf\, warmed tortillas\, tortilla chips\, and a condiments bar including lettuce\, tomato\, onion\, cheese\, sour cream\, salsa\, and guacamole. \nChef Nettie Colόn is a Minneapolis transplant by way of New York and Puerto Rico and spent her early years living a reverse West Side Story. Born in New York City and raised in Puerto Rico\, Nettie Colón spent her formative years learning traditional cooking methods of the island with her grandmother\, Maria Brigida Llanes de Jesus\, and her friends. For all 48 grandchildren on her mother’s side\, time spent on her grandmother’s farm in the remote central mountain town of Utuado offered an idyllic childhood. She got the love of cooking from her abuela\, and to this day\, that influence is very much alive in every dish that she prepares. \nHer love of traveling comes from the time spent hopping around the island to eat with her family. Chef Nettie’s father is from Cayey\, where the sector of Guavate aka “The Pork Highway” is located. That is how she came to realize that people do travel for food\, especially in Puerto Rico. This passion of traveling for food has led her to work all over the United States & abroad\, with culinary adventures to West Indies\, Wales\, Spain\, France\, Sardinia\, Southern Italy\, Yucatan Peninsula\, Costa Rica & Panama. She was Chef de Cuisine at Lucias Restaurant & Wine Bar for a decade. She also taught the history of Mayan cuisine in the Biosphere Reserve of Sia’an Ka’an in Tulum\, Yucatan for 9 years where she fell in love with traditional Mayan cooking methods including Pibil\, which lead to exploration of underground techniques from around the world such as Pachamanca\, Curanto\, Hangi and others. \nShe is Chef/Owner of The Red Hen Gastrolab Concepts (Red Hen Gastrolab\, Red Hen Chinchorro & Red Hen Table) which is committed to the preservation of the relationships built around food traditions in the kitchen and at the table. She is also Resident Chef at The Break Room Minneapolis at The Historic Machine Shop\, a James Beard Foundation Chefs Boot Camp Alumni\, BA Craftmade Aprons “Project Black & Blue” Advocate\, Market Chef & Mill City Farmers Market Charitable Fund Board Member of The Mill City Farmers Market. \nLupe Castillo @1heartspeakslupe (She/Her) creator of HeartSpeaks: Voices of Cultura Healing & Writing Circles is a proclaimed XicanaIndia from the Southern lands. Lupe is a Poet\, whose recent written work is documented in the Northside Green “Our Urban Canopy” Art/Coloring Book\, published in June\, 2023 and featured at the 2023 State Fair. As a Culture Bearer\, HeartSpeaks provides activated radical collaborations in writing and spoken word artistry. Lupe is also a co-founding member of Palabristas\, a Spoken Word LatineCollective. Lupe is deepening her work as an Artist by partnering with other BIPOC & LatineArtist Collectives in the Twin Cities and beyond. She facilitates community gatherings and offers writing guidance where participants write about their connections to home\, family\, significant others\, spirituality\, Indigenous Identities\, Murals and Cultural Arts. \nRegistration\nDue to the focus of this program\, the fee is waived for Latino community members residing in Minnesota. You are invited to register with promo code COMMUNITY23. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/feeding-our-souls-latino-joy/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Harmony,Feeding Our Souls,Immersive Experiences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/event_feeding_souls_latino_joy.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231005T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231005T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230907T181605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T181605Z UID:10000387-1696494600-1696518000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Staples - Including An Indigenous Lens that Honors the Past\, Present\, and Future DESCRIPTION:Did you know that Minnesota is home to 11 federally-recognized tribes? Do you know whose ancestral lands your school is now occupying? In this session of Excavating Excellence: A Speaker Series and Cohort offered by Sourcewell\, we will excavate a perspective that is too often minimized\, misrepresented\, or sometimes completely absent: the perspective of our nation’s first people. Join us as we hear first-hand accounts from a panel of regional\, native voices sharing about schooling experiences. In addition to our panel\, we will hear from experts from the Minnesota Humanities Center and Understand Native Minnesota as they lead us through how to find and implement resources from an Indigenous lens that honors the past\, present\, and future. \nThis session is part of the Excavating Excellence Speaker Series offered by Sourcewell. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: education@sourcewell-mn.gov \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/indigenous-lens/ LOCATION:Sourcewell\, 202 12th Street NE\, Staples\, MN\, 56479\, United States CATEGORIES:K-12 Education,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/event_indigenous_lens.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231001T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231001T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230817T180420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T180459Z UID:10000381-1696154400-1696161600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Our Ancestors Are Us: An Asian Adoptee Life Writing Workshop DESCRIPTION:As part of the Minnesota Humanities Center’s writing and reflection offerings\, we are excited to collaborate with Jennifer Kwon Dobbs to host Our Ancestors Are Us: An Asian Adoptee Life Writing Workshop\, a project funded by the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council. \nAdoption from Asia involves a child’s removal from their kinship of birth and oftentimes disconnection from their ancestral culture and ways of knowing. This interactive workshop creates a generative\, adult adoptee-centered space in which to explore the unique ways that adoptee memory and experience can be empowering sources of creativity and literary witness. Participants will learn and share writing strategies to compose works of their own about their lives lived\, unlived\, and imagined otherwise as adoptees. \nLee Herrick – Special guest Lee Herrick is the California Poet Laureate. He is the author of three books of poems: Scar and Flower\, finalist for the 2020 Northern California Book Award; Gardening Secrets of the Dead; and This Many Miles from Desire. Born in Daejeon\, Korea and adopted as an infant\, Lee teaches at Fresno City College and in the low-residency MFA program at University of Nevada Reno at Lake Tahoe. \nJennifer Kwon Dobbs 허수진 – Born in Wonju\, Republic of Korea and adopted in Oklahoma\, Jennifer Kwon Dobbs 허수진 is the author of Interrogation Room (White Pine Press\, 2018)\, Paper Pavilion (White Pine\, 2007)\, and the chapbooks Notes from a Missing Person (Essay Press\, 2015) and Necro Citizens (hochroth Verlag\, 2019). Her work has received the 2023 American-Scandinavian Foundation’s Lief and Inger Sjöberg Prize for literary translation among other honors. Currently\, she is senior poetry editor of AGNI and professor and chair of English at St. Olaf College. www.jkwondobbs.com. \nRegistration\nThis event is open to all adult Asian diaspora adoptees who want to write or who identify as writers. Registration is limited to 40 participants. \nSnacks are included\, and a journal will be provided. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/our-ancestors-are-us/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Immersive Experiences,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/event_asian_adoptee_writing_wksp.png ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230724T165828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T131543Z UID:10000376-1695920400-1695927600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Cloud - Minnesota Writers Series: Break Point: Two Minnesota Athletes and the Road to Title IX DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Writers Series welcomes Sheri Brenden\, author of “Break Point: Two Minnesota Athletes and the Road to Title IX” in a conversation with her sister\, Peg Brenden\, one of the St. Cloud student athletes behind the groundbreaking 1972 federal court case that took on the unequal system of school athletics nationwide. The event will take place in the former high school gym\, now converted into St. Cloud city council chambers. Mayor Dave Kleis will provide a welcome. Co-sponsored by the Minnesota Coalition of Women in Athletic Leadership and the Stearns County Museum. Registration is required for this in-person event. \nCan’t make it to the St. Cloud event for Break Point? Join the Brenden sisters in Red Wing in November in conjunction with the Anderson Center at Tower View’s Books in the Barn series. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/mn-writers-series-break-point/ LOCATION:St. Cloud City Hall\, 1201 7th Street South\, St. Cloud\, MN\, 56301\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Greater Minnesota,Minnesota Writers Series,Public Programming,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/event_mn_writers_series_break_point.png ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230923T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230923T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 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:20230919T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230919T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230911T172211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T175329Z UID:10000392-1695133800-1695139200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online - True Tuesday: Coordinating a Multifaith Response to Hate Based Discrimination and Violence in MN DESCRIPTION:How can religious leaders and community organizations collectively work to effectively address hate and divisiveness in Minnesota? \nThis question was addressed on July 20 at “Coordinating a Multifaith Response to Hate Based Discrimination and Violence in MN” a convening hosted by the Minnesota Multifaith Network (MnMN)\, Augsburg Interfaith Institute and national organization Shoulder to Shoulder. \nTRUE partner\, Dr. Jen Kilps\, Network Executive of the MnMN\, is pleased to welcome Professor Najeeba Sayeed\, El-Hibri Endowed Chair and Executive Director of Interfaith at Augsburg to our next TRUE Tuesdays session where Dr. Sayeed will share the process and results from the July 20th convening. Professor Sayeed will also share her own work toward countering and preventing religious based discrimination and violence\, particularly with an anti-Muslim bias. \nAbout this Convening\nPeople of faith\, community representatives\, and organizers who are active in countering and preventing hate in Minnesota gathered to meet and build relationships with peers across traditions\, share efforts underway and resources available\, and brainstorm new ways to act together. The questions the group gathered to ask were: \n\nWhat do Minnesotans need to hear from its diverse religious leaders on these and other issues?\nWhat grassroots work is already going on to prevent and respond to hate\, divisiveness and discrimination?\nHow could efforts\, current and new\, be synergized to make a significant impact in Minnesota’s communities? \n\nProf. Najeeba Syeed \nPrior to becoming the El-Hibri inaugural endowed chair and executive director Augsburg’s Interfaith Institute\, Najeeba Syeed was a professor and expert practitioner in the fields of conflict resolution\, mediation\, and interfaith studies. An award-winning educator\, she has taught extensively on interreligious education and published articles on faith and community-based conflict resolution\, restorative justice\, and interfaith just peacemaking. She previously served for 10 years as an associate professor at the Claremont School of Theology. She also held faculty positions at Starr King School for the Ministry and Chicago Theological Seminary\, where she was most recently associate professor of Muslim and interreligious studies. She has served as the co-chair of the American Academy of Religion’s Religion and Politics Section and was a member of the Academy’s Religion\, Social Conflict\, and Peace Section. \nSyeed also brings significant executive experience in organizations focused on conflict resolution in community\, higher education\, and government settings\, including the Western Justice Center Foundation and the Asian Pacific American Dispute Resolution Center. Her peacemaking work in the area of gang intervention\, school based conflict resolution and community peacebuilding has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards. In 2021\, she served as chief of staff to the first Asian American woman elected to the Los Angeles city council. She holds a law degree from the Indiana University School of Law and a bachelor of science degree from Guilford College. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/true-tuesday-multifaith-response/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Online,Public Programs,TRUE Tuesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/event_true_tuesday_multifaith_response.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230915 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230727T190517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T161824Z UID:10000377-1694476800-1694735999@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Birmingham\, AL – There IS a Balm in Gilead: Healing from the Events of 1963 National Conference DESCRIPTION:This year\, 2023\, the City of Birmingham commemorates sixty years since the Birmingham campaign for civil and human rights. As a part of the commemorative events\, The Historic Bethel Baptist Church of Birmingham\, Alabama\, is pleased to announce its conference on individual and community healing. \nThe conference theme is “There IS A Balm in Gilead: Healing From The Events of 1963.” The conference will take place September 12-14\, 2023 in Birmingham\, Alabama. What happened here in 1963 changed not only the city but inspired similar movements for human and civil rights across the nation and around the world. \nThose directly and indirectly involved in the Modern Civil Rights Movement were significantly affected by the events of the 1950s and 1960s. Survivors still express remorse and weep whenever they share what they experienced during that time. The goal of the conference is to open doors of communication that will help foster healing for those victims directly and indirectly as well as the community as we unpack a legacy of hurt and shame. It has been well documented that the physical\, emotional\, mental\, and intergenerational effects of trauma have lasting effects on individuals and communities. There IS A Balm in Gilead! \nThe There IS A Balm in Gilead Healing Conference is hosted by the Historic Bethel Baptist Church Community Restoration Fund\, The Minnesota Humanities Center\, and the Alabama Humanities Alliance. \nRegistration\nRegistration for this event has closed. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/there-is-a-balm-in-gilead/ LOCATION:Sheraton Birmingham Hotel\, 2101 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States CATEGORIES:K-12 Education,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/event_balm_gilead_conference.png ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230612T195205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T195205Z UID:10000364-1694251800-1694275200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Poetry Encuentro: A Latine Poetry Gathering DESCRIPTION:This poetry encuentro will bring together Latine community members to engage in storytelling based on Latine literary traditions. We want to recognize the complex and inspiring stories of Minnesota’s Latine community and their contribution to Minnesota’s diverse and vibrant cultural heritage. Focusing on poetry as creative expression\, writers of all levels will produce\, break bread\, and perform together in a shared space. Join us for what will be a historic and memorable encuentro celebrating the written and spoken word! \nThis full-day gathering is being offered by Palabristas in collaboration with the Minnesota Humanities Center. Poetry Encuentro hosts/facilitators: Marion Gomez\, Larry Lucio Jr.\, David Mendez\, Teresa Ortiz\, and Gabriela Spears-Rico. \nRegistration\nThis event is open to all Latine community members who want to write or who identify as writers. Registration is limited to 40 participants. \nContinental breakfast and lunch are included. \nYou are welcome to register using promo code COMMUNITY to waive the fee if you wish. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/poetry-encuentro-latine-poetry-gathering/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Immersive Experiences,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/event_latine_poetry_gathering.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20220420T183002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T202228Z UID:10000241-1694248200-1694269800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Learning from Place: Bdote DESCRIPTION:Learning from Place: Bdote is an immersive experience that brings participants to sites of great significance to Dakota people in the Twin Cities. Participants will learn from Dakota community members through stories and histories that have often been left out of our state’s history. This experience is open to the general public and is particularly beneficial for educators who want to include new perspectives in their history curriculum. \nLearning from Place: Bdote will begin at Indian Mounds Park in St. Paul. We will also be visiting Fort Snelling State Park (parking permit is required) and Pilot Knob Preservation Site. We will be outside the entire time. Participants need to provide their own transportation\, lunch\, snacks and beverages. \nK-12 educators will receive 5 clock hours. \nIndigenous people of this place have the longest relationship to the land. Because of the nature of this program and experience\, the fee is waived for indigenous participants. Contact Eden Bart at eden@mnhum.org before registering. \nThis experience involves nearly 1.5 miles of walking throughout the day\, sometimes on unpaved paths\, as well as standing for periods of time. We do provide audio headsets for amplification of the tour guides and to support social distancing. For specific inquiries about accessibility\, please contact Eden Bart at eden@mnhum.org or 651-772-4261. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nRegistration for this event has SOLD OUT. We are no longer accepting registrations for the Waitlist. \nWant to know more about Learning from Place: Bdote?\nLearn more about the Learning from Place: Bdote offering.\n \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/lfp-bdote-september/ LOCATION:Indian Mounds Regional Park\, 10 Mounds Blvd\, St. Paul\, 55106 CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/event_lfp_bdote_2023.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 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:20230819T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230615T182509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T182516Z UID:10000368-1692435600-1692460800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Headscarf Story Circle: The Promise DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) is excited to host Headscarf Story Circle – a series of offerings that recognizes the strength and resiliency of women. Join us as we gather together through the shared connection of the headscarf and its complexity. Guests are encouraged to wear a headscarf or head dress that is symbolic of anything from a fashion statement\, cultural identity\, health related\, or memories\, and beliefs. \nWe kicked off the series by introducing women to each other through “Tea” followed by the “The Gift” where women exchanged symbolic items representing life lessons and personal power. Now we arrive at our third event “The Promise\,” a commitment to memorialize our story of who we are\, the lessons we’ve learned\, and how we can use our abilities and stories to support each other regardless of our differences. \nJoin us for a day-long retreat filled with cultural dancing and sharing\, food\, and many ways to memorialize the promise through writing\, comedy\, painting\, and creating a personal artifact. \nWe are honored to feature the talent and cultural knowledge of women leaders and artists from the following organizations: Africontigbo\, Amy A Jewelry\, FAWK (Funny Asian Women Kollective)\, Memorialize the Movement\, RISE (Reviving the Islamic Sisterhood of Empowerment)\, WISE (Women’s Initiative for Self Empowerment)\, and Palabristas. \nA breakfast buffet will be available from 8:15 AM -9:00 AM . The program will begin at 9:00 AM. Lunch and workshop materials included. \nAgenda\n8:15 a.m. – Doors Open\n8:30 a.m. – Breakfast\n9:00 a.m. – Program Begins\n9:15 a.m. – Group Story Circle\n9:55 a.m. – Workshop Session I (Workshop 1A: Re-writing Our Personal Narrative\, Workshop 1B: The Specialness of Being: A Memoir Writing Workshop\, Workshop 1C: Personal Narrative Writing: Telling Our Stories)\n12:00 p.m. – Lunch\n12:45 p.m. – Workshop Session II (Workshop 2A: Reviving Forgotten Treasures\, Reviving Memories Through Jewelry\, Workshop 2B: Finding the Comedy In Your Life\, Workshop 2C: Paint to Express)\n2:50 p.m. – Group Story Circle\n3:25 p.m. – Rhythms of Africa\n4:00 p.m. – Closing \nIntergeneration participation is welcomed. \nRegistration\nTo ensure that cost is not a barrier\, we have a limited number of complimentary spaces available for Minnesota residents. If you would like to receive a complimentary spot\, please register with the promo code FEEWAIVER. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/headscarf-story-circle-the-promise/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Harmony,Headscarf Story Circle,Immersive Experiences,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/event_headscarf_retreat.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230817 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231010 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20221221T154309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174242Z UID:10000337-1692230400-1696895999@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Roseau - 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: Roseau County Historical Society \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/roseau-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Roseau County Historical Society\, 121 Center Street East\, Roseau\, MN\, 56751\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Exhibit,Free,Greater Minnesota,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:20230808T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230627T161412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T141010Z UID:10000369-1691517600-1691524800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Critical Conversation: Healing Through Equitable Recovery and Redevelopment DESCRIPTION:Since 2020\, when several buildings were destroyed in the uprising following George Floyd’s murder\, much has been happening at Minnehaha Avenue and East Lake Street as community organizations like Longfellow Rising\, local residents and business leaders\, and arts groups like Pangea World Theater plan for equitable redevelopment that centers the needs and visions of the neighborhood. Join Pangea’s Executive Director Meena Natarajan\, Artistic Co-Director Dipankar Mukherjee\, and other facilitators for this conversation about how our networks of mutuality working together can help to heal the traumas of 2020 to create an exciting\, equitable future for Minneapolis. \nLight meal will be served. This event is part of a series of Critical Conversations\, created in partnership with the 2023 Wakpa Triennial Art Festival\, presented by Public Art Saint Paul. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/critical-conversation-healing-through-equitable-recovery-and-redevelopment/ LOCATION:Moon Palace Books\, 3032 Minnehaha Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States CATEGORIES:Critical Conversations,Free,Public Programming,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/event_critical_conversations_healing_equitable_recovery.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:20260403T130656 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;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230215T143745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T141055Z UID:10000287-1690455600-1690466400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Learning from Place: St. Paul's Little Africa DESCRIPTION:Minnesota is home to over 150\,000 Africans\, including the largest Somali population outside of Africa. Yet\, many people are not aware of the rich cultural traditions and assets African immigrants and refugees bring to the vibrancy of our state. Build your cultural understanding and awareness of Minnesota’s East African cultures as you immerse yourself within St. Paul’s Little Africa cultural corridor. This interactive\, in-person experience will include an Ethiopian coffee ceremony at Sabrina’s Cafe & Deli\, a tour of several African-owned businesses\, and lunch at the Eritrean-owned Snelling Cafe. \nThis event is a collaboration with African Economic Development Solutions. \nRegistration\nSpace is limited to 40 participants. \nK-12 educators will receive 3 clock hours. \nIf cost is a barrier\, please contact Jessica Rust at jessica@mnhum.org before registering. \nMembers of Minnesota’s African communities are welcome to register using promo code LITTLEAFRICA to waive the fee if they wish. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/lfp-st-paul-little-africa/ LOCATION:Snelling Cafe and Restaurant\, 638 Snelling Ave N\, St. Paul\, 55104 CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/event_lfp_st_paul_little_africa_2023.png ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230629T133346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T141108Z UID:10000372-1690448400-1690471800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Teachability Factors in General and Special Education: Harnessing Adult Data for Change DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special training for building and district administrators and school board leaders with Dr. Keith Mayes and Maria Roberts on Teachability Factors and Adult Data in General and Special Education. \nAs school districts examine and employ student data in the modification of their classroom practices\, few researchers have called for a deep examination of adult data\, and how it can be harnessed for change. Through the lens of racialized special education\, this session will examine a broad spectrum of adult data in the areas of tolerability\, efficacy\, mindset\, and relationships. We will demonstrate that when we refuse to look at school wide or adult data\, we run the risk of believing students and families are inherently flawed. Educators most often find these “flaws” in our minoritized students and communities. When we refuse to interrogate the system\, we believe it is functioning appropriately. We transfer the “problems of a system” to create the “problem student.” \nDuring this workshop\, participants will: \n\nDeepen their knowledge of the racialized history of special education and make connections to current practice.\nReflect on current instructional practices and teachability factors in order to improve support for effective instruction. \nIdentify current sorting and removal practices within their own districts that create inequitable outcomes within both special and general education.\nConsider how the implementation of tools or practices have either replicated or changed student outcomes.\n\nThis event is open to all Minnesota superintendents\, school board members\, equity directors\, principals\, district-level administrators\, special education directors and assistant directors. \nRegistration fee includes: \n\nContinental breakfast\, lunch\, and snack\n6 CEUs\nA copy of “The Unteachables: Disability Rights and the Invention of Black Special Education” ($30 value)\n\nDr. Keith Mayes is an Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota; former chair of the Department of African American & African Studies; and the Horace T. Morse Alumni Distinguished Teaching Professor. Dr. Mayes earned his Ph.D. in History from Princeton University. His teaching and research interests include the Civil Rights and Black Power Movements; education policy and history; and the history of African Americans. Dr. Mayes published a new book entitled\, The Unteachables: Disability Rights and the Invention of Black Special Education (Minneapolis: University of Minnesota Press\, 2023). \nDr. Mayes provides consultant\, professional development\, and training services in the areas of DEI; curriculum development; ethnic and social studies\, and special education. Some of his current and former clients include the Omaha Public Schools; Minneapolis Public Schools; St. Paul Public Schools; District 196-Apple Valley\, Eagan\, Rosemount Public Schools; Independent School; District 194 (Lakeville\, MN); District 833-South Washington County Schools; Anoka-Hennepin Schools; Stillwater Area High School; Mankato Area Public Schools; National Geographic; the History Channel; the Minnesota Humanities Center; and the Minnesota Department of Education. Dr. Mayes has lectured widely throughout the Twin Cities Metro area in K-12 schools\, churches\, municipal governments and corporations. He has appeared on various media outlets\, such as MSNBC\, CBS\, KMOJ\, KARE-11 News\, WCCO Channel 4\, KSTP\, Minnesota Public Radio\, Radio Minnesota\, KFAI\, and National Public Radio. \nMaria Roberts has worked in public K-12 educational systems for over 20 years. She began her career as a middle school special education teacher and has worked in federal settings I\, II and III. She has experience in serving at all three school levels (elementary\, middle and high school) and has served in both urban and suburban school districts. She has held leadership positions at both the district and school level including AVID District Director\, Equity Director\, and Associate Principal. She is the current principal of Wilshire Park Elementary School in the St. Anthony-New Brighton School District.Each experience has provided her the opportunity to successfully evaluate and implement equitable policy and practices resulting in changes in curriculum and instruction\, grading and discipline practices. \nIn addition to her work in school systems\, she actively supports learning and leadership among colleagues and values partnership between practitioners and academics. For the past five years\, she has served as the Senior Facilitator for the Culturally Responsive School Leadership Institute and is a facilitator for the MN Principals Academy where\, in partnership\, she designed the culturally responsive leadership strand. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/the-unteachables-harnessing-data-for-change/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:K-12 Education,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/event_unteachables.png ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230726T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230726T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230627T161527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T141118Z UID:10000370-1690394400-1690403400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Critical Conversation: The Art and Response to Castile and Floyd DESCRIPTION:Art has the power to help communities process and heal. Two of Minnesota’s leading artists are lighting the way forward as we process deep pain and confusion and setting us on a path of healing after the murders of Mr. Philando Castile and Mr. George Floyd. Be part of a Critical Conversation with gifted artists Ta-coumba T. Aiken and Seitu Ken Jones as they reflect on creating art in these tumultuous times\, how art sparks change at personal and societal levels\, and how we build our futures in the Twin Cities with equity and inclusion so that everyone thrives. Minnesota Humanities Center CEO Kevin Lindsey will host this interactive and vibrant conversation. \nRefreshments and a light meal will be served. This event is part of a series of Critical Conversations\, created in partnership with the 2023 Wakpa Triennial Art Festival\, presented by Public Art Saint Paul. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/critical-conversation-the-art-and-response-to-castile-and-floyd/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Critical Conversations,Free,Public Programming,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/event_critical_conversations_art_response_castille_floyd.png ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230717T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230717T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230613T201331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T141151Z UID:10000367-1689616800-1689625800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Critical Conversation: Stories I Didn't Know DESCRIPTION:The award-winning documentary\, “Stories I Didn’t Know\,” follows the story of Saint Paul resident Rita Davern as she uncovers uneasy truths of her Irish ancestors and their ownership of Pike Island\, sacred land to the Dakota people. Join us for a special screening of the film followed by a community conversation with Rita Davern\, Ramona Kitto Stately\, and Reuben Kitto Stately. Reflect on how one person’s discovery of truth can create a significant positive impact on personal and statewide levels. Consider the transgressions made by the federal government and non-Native leaders and how together we can confront current systemic failures as we work to create a more just Minnesota. \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-stories-i-didnt-know/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Critical Conversations,Free,Public Programming,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/event_critical_conversations_stories_didnt_know.png ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230716T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230716T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230512T183958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T132709Z UID:10000360-1689534000-1689541200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Shakespeare in our Parks: Much Ado About Nothing DESCRIPTION:Minnesota Humanities Center is pleased to host Classical Actors Ensemble as they bring their 9th season of Shakespeare in Our Parks live theater to MHC’s lawn. This year’s play\, which will travel to over 15 locations across the Twin Cities\, will be William Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing.” In this classic romantic comedy of manners\, a Prince and his soldiers returning from a long campaign bring excitement\, intrigue\, and passion to a rural town. Can callow youths and jaded exes both find love when malicious gossip is afoot? \nPicnics\, lawn chairs\, sunbrellas\, and blankets are welcome. Please note that the performance is in an open field with minimal shade. Please plan accordingly. Can’t make that date? Check out Classical Actors Ensemble’s full calendar for other performance across the Twin Cities this summer. \nFrom Classical Actors Ensemble: “The Theater is a sacred place. It is a public forum where actors and audience gather to contemplate what it means to be human. Shakespeare and his contemporaries grappled with that question in some of the English language’s best poetry\, leaving behind a canon of compelling stories with universal themes that provide invigorating challenge for actors and an awe-inspiring legacy for audiences. Classical Actors Ensemble performs the plays of the English Renaissance as they were originally intended: as popular entertainment for everyone. By demonstrating why these works of art are considered classic\, we freshly prove their relevance in today’s world.” \nRegistration\nRegistration is appreciated on the Classical Actors Ensemble website but not required. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/shakespeare-in-our-parks/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Public Programming,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/event_shakespeare_parks_much_ado.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230712T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230712T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T130656 CREATED:20230216T145313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T131521Z UID:10000289-1689183000-1689190200@www.mnhum.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/event_mn_writers_series_sky_watched.png ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR