BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Minnesota Humanities Center - ECPv6.16.2//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:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241020T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241020T150000 DTSTAMP:20260605T163517 CREATED:20241003T123859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T123859Z UID:10000451-1729429200-1729436400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Louis Park - Reckoning With Slavery: MN African American History Film Screening & “Where Do We Go From Here?” Community Talk DESCRIPTION:Award-Winning MN African American History Film Announces Fall 2024 Tour\n“Best Short Documentary” (Santa Barbara International Movie Awards) and “Best Producer” (Hollywood Discovery Awards) film\, Juneteenth Reckoning with Slavery: MN African American History\, announces a 5-city tour happening this Fall. \nAbout the Film\nThis documentary challenges our understanding of slavery\, its impact on Minnesota\, and how we reconcile our past by taking viewers on a present-day journey to Ghana\, to the quarters of Harriet and Dred Scott at Fort Snelling\, and into conversations with current and future scholars about where we go from here. \nCo-produced by: OMG Studios and Minnesota Humanities Center Featuring: King Odeneho Kwafo Akoto\, III & Queen Mother Nana Afrakoma\, II (Akwamu Traditional Area\, Ghana\, AF); Melvin Carter\, III (Mayor\, St. Paul); Kevin Lindsey (CEO\, Minnesota Humanities Center); Dr. Christopher Lehman (Ethnic Studies Chair\, Ethnic\, Gender\, and Women’s Studies\, St. Cloud State University); T. Mychael Rambo; Thomasina Petrus; and Voices from Black Youth Healing Arts Center \nAbout OMG Studios\nOMG Studios is a multidisciplinary media and production studio located in the Raymond-University district of Saint Paul. Our mission is to build cultural sustainability and community\, where music and art are essential to human survival and development. We are driven by love for humanity and a desire to empower\, nurture\, and improve the health and wellness of youth and families in under-invested communities. \nAbout Minnesota Humanities Center\nThe Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) collaborates with individuals\, organizations\, and communities to bring transformational humanities programming into the lives of Minnesotans throughout the state. \nRegistration\nAdmission fee is required to attend the Twin Cities Film Festival. \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-louis-park-reckoning-with-slavery/ LOCATION:Edina Mann Theatre\, 3911 W. 5th St.\, Edina\, MN\, 55424\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/event_juneteenth_reckoning_slavery.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Casey DeMarais":MAILTO:casey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T200000 DTSTAMP:20260605T163517 CREATED:20240906T152657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T153224Z UID:10000441-1729620000-1729627200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Latine Joy DESCRIPTION:Savory entrees and delectable desserts will again fill the tables at the Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) as we commemorate Latine Cultural Heritage Month through food and the beloved stories behind them that bring community joy. Cuisine and entertainment will be showcased by some of the Twin Cities’ finest chefs and musicians. \nFeatured Chef: Manuel Gonzalez\nManuel Gonzalez is from Mexico City. He moved to the United States In 1982\, after finishing culinary school in Mexico. Having always dreamed of opening his own business\, he applied and was chosen as one of the first restaurants to be part of the Latine Business Development Project\, opening in their first restaurant in 1999. He invited his sister Victoria\, to participate in this adventure\, because she has a background in hospitality management and business consulting experience. Together they run Manny’s Tortas inside the Midtown Global Market and a booth in the food building at the Minnesota State Fair. Manny is frequently a guest speaker for economic development programs\, and a guest chef at locations such as Macy’s Department Store and Midtown Global Market. He also teaches cooking classes for different events. \nFeatured Musician: Jesus Guzman\nBorn in Vargas\, Venezuela\, Jesus began to study violin at the age of 7 in the National Network of Youth and Children Orchestras of Venezuela\, also known as El Sistema. He has studied in the Latin American Violin Academy in Caracas with the violin master\, Francisco Del Castillo. In addition\, Jesus has participated in masterclasses with violin virtuosos\, Guy Braunstein\, Thibault Vieux\, and Alexis Cardenas. Jesus has an extensive performing career\, notably the five years he spent as member of 1st Violin of the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra of Venezuela under conductors Gustavo Dudamel and Diego Matheuz. In 2022 He won an award in the Z-film Festival in Minneapolis\, MN\, for his composition and video edition as a best original song of “Añoranza” Lastly\, He is part of the staff of teachers for GTCYS (Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies) working as a violin teacher in the Harmony program in Riverview West School of Excellence – St. Paul (MN)\, and teaching around the Twin cities. \nProgram Emcee: Melissa Gonzalez Vazquez\nMelissa Gonzalez Vazquez is Communications and Community Engagement Manager at LatinoLEAD. Drawing from her firsthand encounters with the transformative impact of Latine-focused nonprofits\, Melissa is dedicated to enhancing our community’s access\, visibility\, and success through purposeful programming\, cross-sector partnerships\, impactful narratives\, and cross-cultural coalition building efforts. She believes that Minnesota is an excellent hub to foster Latine leadership infrastructure and strategies. She is dedicated to connecting emerging vanguards across industries and highlighting our Latine community’s assets. Her background in congressional campaign communications and designing nationwide Latine leadership programming reinforced her passion for aligning Latine efforts and amplifying its collective influence through narrative writing\, digital marketing and graphic design. \nRegistration\nRegistration is required for this free event. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/feeding-our-souls-the-essence-of-latine-joy/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Harmony,Feeding Our Souls,Free,Immersive Experiences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/event_feeding_our_souls_latino_joy_2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T200000 DTSTAMP:20260605T163517 CREATED:20240815T185909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T203827Z UID:10000440-1729704600-1729713600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:International Falls - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and local host partners for the inaugural Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events will use laughter and comedy to celebrate Minnesota communities\, promote dialogue\, bridge divides\, and help find ways to work constructively across differences in today’s political environment. \nBeginning with a catered meal\, these gatherings will invite audience members to share what makes their town great\, what they think people get wrong about it\, what local divisions concern them\, and what future they imagine. An improv comedy troupe will listen in on the conversations\, taking everything they heard from residents and bringing it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater. \nThe work of the Minnesota Humanities Center is to create a stronger Minnesota by increasing our understanding of the beauty\, wisdom and stories of its people. Through partnerships\, we facilitate the spaces\, like Sketches of Minnesota\, that seek to build connections and deepen understanding of ourselves and our communities in pursuit of a more just society. \nIf you have questions about accessibility or childcare for this event\, please email Kristi Huffaker at kristi.huffaker@minnesotanorth.edu. \nRegistration\nThis event is free but registration is required. \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/international-falls-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:Minnesota North College – Rainy River Campus\, 1501 Highway 71\, International Falls\, MN\, 56649\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Public Programs,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/sketches_mn_presented_by_background.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T150000 DTSTAMP:20260605T163517 CREATED:20241003T123827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T124456Z UID:10000453-1729947600-1729954800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Rochester - Reckoning With Slavery: MN African American History Film Screening & “Where Do We Go From Here?” Community Talk DESCRIPTION:Award-Winning MN African American History Film Announces Fall 2024 Tour\n“Best Short Documentary” (Santa Barbara International Movie Awards) and “Best Producer” (Hollywood Discovery Awards) film\, Juneteenth Reckoning with Slavery: MN African American History\, announces a 5-city tour happening this Fall. \nAbout the Film\nThis documentary challenges our understanding of slavery\, its impact on Minnesota\, and how we reconcile our past by taking viewers on a present-day journey to Ghana\, to the quarters of Harriet and Dred Scott at Fort Snelling\, and into conversations with current and future scholars about where we go from here. \nCo-produced by: OMG Studios and Minnesota Humanities Center Featuring: King Odeneho Kwafo Akoto\, III & Queen Mother Nana Afrakoma\, II (Akwamu Traditional Area\, Ghana\, AF); Melvin Carter\, III (Mayor\, St. Paul); Kevin Lindsey (CEO\, Minnesota Humanities Center); Dr. Christopher Lehman (Ethnic Studies Chair\, Ethnic\, Gender\, and Women’s Studies\, St. Cloud State University); T. Mychael Rambo; Thomasina Petrus; and Voices from Black Youth Healing Arts Center \nAbout OMG Studios\nOMG Studios is a multidisciplinary media and production studio located in the Raymond-University district of Saint Paul. Our mission is to build cultural sustainability and community\, where music and art are essential to human survival and development. We are driven by love for humanity and a desire to empower\, nurture\, and improve the health and wellness of youth and families in under-invested communities. \nAbout Minnesota Humanities Center\nThe Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) collaborates with individuals\, organizations\, and communities to bring transformational humanities programming into the lives of Minnesotans throughout the state. \nRegistration\nAdmission is free. This screening features a post-screening discussion with appearances by those featured in the film. \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/rochester-reckoning-with-slavery/ LOCATION:Marcus Rochester Cinema\, 4340 Maine Ave SE\, Rochester\, MN\, 55904\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/event_juneteenth_reckoning_slavery.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Casey DeMarais":MAILTO:casey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T153000 DTSTAMP:20260605T163517 CREATED:20240926T175227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T153210Z UID:10000449-1729947600-1729956600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Reflections on War and Service at the Capitol Mall DESCRIPTION:Presented in honor of Veterans Voices Month\, this event will provide participants an opportunity to reflect on the experiences and perspectives of service members\, Veterans\, and civilians in how we understand the nature of military conflicts\, and how the public remembers and interprets the experience of war and service through memorials and monuments. The program will include an interactive writing activity and participants will have the opportunity to share their stories and experiences. Facilitators will guide participants through the writing activity and there will be time for group discussion about monuments and memorials on the Minnesota State Capitol Mall. \nParticipants will meet in the Minnesota State Capitol building and then walk to the Lower Capitol Mall\, where most of the program will occur. Most of this event will take place outdoors\, weather permitting. In case of inclement weather\, the program will be conducted indoors at the State Capitol. \nK-12 educators can receive 2 CEUs for attending. \nRegistration\nThis event is free and open to all ages\, but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/reflections-on-war-and-service-a-capitol-mall-walking-tour/ LOCATION:State Capitol Mall\, 13 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55155\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Many Fronts,Professional Development,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/event_capitol_mall_tour.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241030T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241030T110000 DTSTAMP:20260605T163517 CREATED:20240905T200039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T165706Z UID:10000238-1730277000-1730286000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Latine Film Project - Inspiring the Next Generation DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive preview of a new project created in collaboration with MHC and LatinoLEAD that amplifies the stories of Latine individuals who have exemplified strength and resiliency to pursue unconventional paths to success. Through inspiring stories along with supporting learning materials\, the project seeks to inspire future leaders and foster community pride and understanding across Minnesota. During the session\, you’ll gain insight from community listening reports\, connect with project contributors\, and view a sneak peek of the video content. Participants will also have the opportunity to provide input and explore ideas for expanding the project’s reach and impact. An authentic Mexican breakfast will be served. \nThis event is offered as part of the St. Paul Area Chamber’s Equity Leadership Series. For more information about the series contact events@stpaulchamber.com. \nLimited seats are available for non-St. Paul Area Chamber members through MHC’s registration link below. \nRegistration\nIf cost is a concern\, we have a limited number of complimentary spaces available for Minnesota residents. To request a complimentary spot\, please register with Discount Code WAIVE24. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-latine-film-project-inspiring-the-next-generation/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Immersive Experiences 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:20241102T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241102T120000 DTSTAMP:20260605T163517 CREATED:20230817T135111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T214004Z UID:10000380-1730539800-1730548800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online - Teaching Bdote: Tools for Teaching Dakota Content DESCRIPTION:Teaching Bdote: Tools for Teaching Dakota Content is designed for educators who have attended\, or are planning to attend\, Learning from Place: Bdote. This workshop is especially useful for developing unique classroom content to align with Minnesota State Social Studies Standards. \nOffered in collaboration with Saint Paul Public Schools\, this online workshop will address the concerns and anxieties that non-Indigenous educators may have around teaching Dakota history. Educators will leave with new resources and content\, deeper understanding\, and ideas for how to lead a Bdote trip or to bring the experience into the classroom. \nTeaching Bdote will be facilitated and presented by Ramona Kitto Stately\, Ethan Neerdaels\, and the Saint Paul Public Schools Office of Teaching and Learning. \nRegistration\nIf cost is a concern\, we have a limited number of complimentary spaces available for Minnesota residents. To request a complimentary spot\, please register with Discount Code WAIVE24. \nThrough our partnership with Saint Paul Public Schools\, the fee is waived for all SPPS educators. Please register with Discount Code SPPS24. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-teaching-bdote/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:K-12 Education,Online,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/event_teaching_bdote_2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241102T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241102T150000 DTSTAMP:20260605T163517 CREATED:20241010T230801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T142451Z UID:10000456-1730552400-1730559600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Winona - Examining Military Service From the Margins DESCRIPTION:Session 1: Introduction/What motivates people to serve?\nVeterans\, active service members\, and civilians are invited to contribute to the “Examining Military Service From the Margins” discussion series. Facilitated by pairs of Discussion Leaders\, each session will use guiding questions\, and a set of core-shared resources like oral histories and films\, to better understand how race\, class\, gender\, sexuality\, religion\, and other factors have caused the military service of some individuals to be devalued or limited in some capacity. All Discussion Leaders are either active service members or Veterans. \nConsideration of central topics and themes\, and discussion of key moments from military history\, such as self-emancipation among the U.S. Colored Troops members in the Civil War\, or the repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell more recently\, will spark greater conversations about service\, democracy\, citizenship\, equality and more. Additional resources will be offered for those with extra time wanting to explore even further. \nSession One of “Examining Military Service From the Margins” will introduce participants to core concepts of the discussion series and consider the guiding questions\, “What do we mean by ‘Examining Military Service From the Margins?’” and “What motivates people to serve?” \nWhat you can expect from this series:\n\nDiscussion Leaders\, Veterans\, active service members\, and civilians will share information on military service\, as well as talk about their personal experiences and perspectives.\nEach session will have a resource list of articles\, books\, and organizations to help you gain a deeper understanding of the issues at hand.\nEngage in small and large group discussions.\n\nRegistration\nRegistration is required. There is no cost to attend; sign up for one or two sessions. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/winona-examining-military-service-from-the-margins-session-1/ LOCATION:Winona County Historical Society\, 160 Johnson Street\, Winona\, MN\, 55987\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,Many Fronts,Public Programming,Veterans ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/event_examining_military_service_margins.png ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241106T200000 DTSTAMP:20260605T163517 CREATED:20241015T200425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T142510Z UID:10000458-1730916000-1730923200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Examining Military Service From the Margins DESCRIPTION:Session 1: Introduction/What motivates people to serve?\nVeterans\, active service members\, and civilians are invited to contribute to the “Examining Military Service From the Margins” discussion series. Facilitated by pairs of Discussion Leaders\, each session will use guiding questions\, and a set of core-shared resources like oral histories and films\, to better understand how race\, class\, gender\, sexuality\, religion\, and other factors have caused the military service of some individuals to be devalued or limited in some capacity. All Discussion Leaders are either active service members or Veterans. \nConsideration of central topics and themes\, and discussion of key moments from military history\, such as self-emancipation among the U.S. Colored Troops members in the Civil War\, or the repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell more recently\, will spark greater conversations about service\, democracy\, citizenship\, equality and more. Additional resources will be offered for those with extra time wanting to explore even further. \nSession One of “Examining Military Service From the Margins” will introduce participants to core concepts of the discussion series and consider the guiding questions\, “What do we mean by ‘Examining Military Service From the Margins?’” and “What motivates people to serve?” \nWhat you can expect from this series:\n\nDiscussion Leaders\, Veterans\, active service members\, and civilians will share information on military service\, as well as talk about their personal experiences and perspectives.\nEach session will have a resource list of articles\, books\, and organizations to help you gain a deeper understanding of the issues at hand.\nEngage in small and large group discussions.\n\nRegistration\nRegistration is required. There is no cost to attend; sign up for one or two sessions. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-examining-military-service-from-the-margins-session-1/ LOCATION:Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC)\, 2001 Plymouth Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Many Fronts,Public Programming,Veterans ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/event_examining_military_service_margins.png ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR