Minneapolis - Learning from Place: South Minneapolis Baketivism
2026-10-24 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | CityView Church, 3041 4th Ave South, Minneapolis, 55408, United States
Join us for Learning from Place: South Minneapolis Baketivism, a time of reflection, remembrance, healing, and community care led by nationally recognized community leader Rose McGee, founder of Sweet Potato Comfort Pie.
Through her signature workshop, which integrates Character Values: Upholding Our Beloved Community© with a baking demonstration of her signature sweet potato pie, participants will explore how values such as courage, compassion, responsibility, and presence are embodied in community, especially in the wake of tragedy. The baking of Rose’s sacred dessert becomes both symbol and practice, transforming conversation into action. Participants will also hear stories from ordinary people making extraordinary efforts to show care through food.
This experience takes place at Firebase Movement (a tenant of CityView Church), centrally located near community memorials honoring George Floyd, Rene Good, and Alex Pretti.
Program Schedule:
8:30 a.m. – Check-In
9:00 a.m. – Program Begins
Noon – Program Concludes
Immediately following the program, participants will have the option to sign-up with Firebase Movement to help distribute pies to the local community and participate in a prayer walk.
Presented in collaboration with Sweet Potato Comfort Pie, an organization that uses food, art, and cultural traditions to foster connection, healing, and change.
Registration
This event is free, however registration is required.
Registration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org
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St. Paul - Celebrating Native Language and Culture Through the Joy of Games
2026-11-05 18:00 - 20:30 | Minnesota Humanities Event Center, 987 Ivy Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN, 55106, United States
Put the cell phones away and join us for an evening of fun, food, and cultural connection. As we recognize National Native American Heritage Month, the Minnesota Humanities Center welcomes Tony Drews and Nashke Native Games for a lively, intergenerational game night.
Unlike mainstream board games that reflect dominant cultural experiences, Nashke Native Games centers Ojibwe language, stories, and values, offering a playful way to engage with culture, strengthen family and community bonds, and support language preservation. The evening begins with conversation over a light dinner provided by an Indigenous caterer followed by gameplay that is certain to be fun – and educational – for all.
Guests will also have a chance to participate in a drawing for prizes, including items from Nashke Native Games and books from Native American Lives, the Minnesota Humanities Center’s biography series highlighting Native voices. One title, “Charles Albert Bender: National Baseball Hall of Fame Pitcher,” tells the story of Bender and his passion for baseball – a reminder that games, in all forms, bring people together.
Whether you come with family, friends, or on your own, you’ll leave with new words, fresh insights, and a deeper appreciation for the power of play in preserving culture and fostering connection. Each household will also receive an Ojibwe game to take home and continue learning together. Everyone is welcome—families, educators, and community members ages 10 and up.
Following the event, Nashke Native Games will have additional games and educational resources available for purchase.
K-12 Educators will receive 2 clock hours upon completion of the event.
Registration
$15 for adults. $10 for children 10 and under. Complimentary registrations are available to help ensure cost is not a barrier. Use discount code FEEWAIVER when registering.
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Save the Date! 2027 Project Citizen Showcase
2027-05-04 | MN
What happens when students investigate issues in their communities, research public policy solutions, and present their ideas to decision-makers?
Join us for the 2027 Project Citizen Student Showcase, where student teams from across Minnesota will share their civic engagement projects with educators, community members, and judges. This event will highlight the research, creativity, and civic leadership of young people learning how to engage in democracy by becoming active leaders in defining and implementing democratic public policy.
More details about participation and registration will be shared in the coming months.
Learn more about Project Citizen and upcoming opportunities on the Minnesota Center for Civic Education program page.
