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SUMMARY:Byron - MN DNR 59 Demonstration and Program on Invasive Species
DESCRIPTION:Learn from Conservation Officer Schlag and Canine Officer Trapper about the duties of protecting Minnesota’s natural resources. Watch a demonstration of the canine skills Trapper has been trained to do\, including how he finds invasive zebra mussels! \nThis event is free and open to all ages. Meet in the Nature Center. \nWe are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture\, Health\, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension. \nWe are Water MN is funded by the Clean Water\, Land\, & Legacy Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008.
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/byron-mn-dnr-59-demonstration-and-program-on-invasive-species/
LOCATION:Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo\, 5731 County Rd 105 NW\, Byron\, MN\, 55920\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,Traveling Exhibits,We Are Water MN
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412
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SUMMARY:St. Paul - IFest: International Festival of Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:After a multi-year hiatus\, a cherished cultural tradition is coming back with new life\, new leadership\, and renewed purpose. The International Festival of Minnesota (IFest) will bring together representatives from more than 70 nations and ethnic communities to celebrate the vibrant diversity of Minnesota and the world.  \nWith an expected 20\,000 attendees\, including 7\,000 students\, the festival will offer immersive experiences in global cuisine\, music\, dance\, artisan crafts\, storytelling\, and cultural demonstrations.\n \nThe Minnesota Humanities Center is proud to serve as the Official Education & Community Learning Partner for IFest. We have developed accessible and meaningful resources for educators and students to go deeper into the important mission of IFest and strengthen their cultural knowledge and fluency. Check out our new student toolkit and stay tuned for additional resources.   \nStudent Day: Friday\, April 10 – 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. \nPublic Event: Friday\, April 10 – 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. and Saturday\, April 11 – 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. \nRegistration\nRegistration through the IFest website required. \nRegistration Questions: Contact IFest  \nStudent Day Admission \nPublic Event Admission
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-ifest-international-festival-of-minnesota/
LOCATION:Saint Paul RiverCentre\, 175 Kellogg Blvd\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:K-12 Education,Twin Cities Metro
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T203000
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CREATED:20260202T194005Z
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SUMMARY:Rochester - Sketches of Minnesota: Civic Community Comedy Tour
DESCRIPTION:MHC and the comedy team at Danger Boat Productions spent late summer and most of fall traveling to communities across Minnesota. They’ve taken stories from each town and put them into a hilarious sketch comedy revue. It’s like going along on the year-long Sketches of Minnesota road trip\, but you get to enjoy the highlights from the comfort of a theater seat…without the backseat driving. \nSketches of Minnesota is a traveling program designed to increase understanding and encourage conversations among people who might not know each other or have differing viewpoints\, by bringing neighbors together over a shared meal and improvisational comedy. These kinds of conversations are more crucial now than ever\, and we think that the program can facilitate essential healing within our Minnesota communities. \nSketches of Minnesota is presented in partnership with Danger Boat Productions \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/rochester-sketches-of-minnesota-civic-community-comedy-tour/
LOCATION:Rochester Civic Theatre\, 30 Civic Center Drive SE Ste 100\, Rochester\, 55904\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Civic Renewal,Films, Plays, & Performances,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T203000
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SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Sketches of Minnesota: Civic Community Comedy Tour
DESCRIPTION:MHC and the comedy team at Danger Boat Productions spent late summer and most of fall traveling to communities across Minnesota. They’ve taken stories from each town and put them into a hilarious sketch comedy revue. It’s like going along on the year-long Sketches of Minnesota road trip\, but you get to enjoy the highlights from the comfort of a theater seat…without the backseat driving. \nSketches of Minnesota is a traveling program designed to increase understanding and encourage conversations among people who might not know each other or have differing viewpoints\, by bringing neighbors together over a shared meal and improvisational comedy. These kinds of conversations are more crucial now than ever\, and we think that the program can facilitate essential healing within our Minnesota communities. \nSketches of Minnesota is presented in partnership with Danger Boat Productions \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-sketches-of-minnesota-civic-community-comedy-tour-2/
LOCATION:Luminary Arts Center\, 700 N First St\, Minneapolis\, 55401\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Civic Renewal,Films, Plays, & Performances,Free,Sketches of Minnesota,Twin Cities Metro
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T183000
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SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Sketches of Minnesota: Civic Community Comedy Tour
DESCRIPTION:MHC and the comedy team at Danger Boat Productions spent late summer and most of fall traveling to communities across Minnesota. They’ve taken stories from each town and put them into a hilarious sketch comedy revue. It’s like going along on the year-long Sketches of Minnesota road trip\, but you get to enjoy the highlights from the comfort of a theater seat…without the backseat driving. \nSketches of Minnesota is a traveling program designed to increase understanding and encourage conversations among people who might not know each other or have differing viewpoints\, by bringing neighbors together over a shared meal and improvisational comedy. These kinds of conversations are more crucial now than ever\, and we think that the program can facilitate essential healing within our Minnesota communities. \nSketches of Minnesota is presented in partnership with Danger Boat Productions \nRegistration\nThis event has been canceled. Please consider joining us in Minneapolis on March 11 or Rochester on March 13.
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-sketches-of-minnesota-civic-community-comedy-tour/
LOCATION:Luminary Arts Center\, 700 N First St\, Minneapolis\, 55401\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Civic Renewal,Films, Plays, & Performances,Free,Sketches of Minnesota,Twin Cities Metro
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260421
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SUMMARY:Byron - 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: Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo \nWe Are Water MN is thrilled to make its 2026 debut at our very first zoo host site! Please visit the exhibit at the newly-renovated Zollman Zoo & Nature Center\, where you can learn more about water alongside the many animals that call it home. The Dr. Paul E. Zollman Zoo houses over 30 species of wild animals native to Minnesota\, so be sure to leave time for a visit to the otters and eagles! This stop on our We Are Water MN is also a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the unique Karst Geology of the Olmstead County area–don’t miss out on the chance to learn more about this unique geography! \nWant to make a day of out of your visit to the exhibit? Oxbow Park offers almost any outdoor enthusiast a chance to pursue their favorite activity such as hiking\, fishing\, snowshoeing\, and more. \nAbout We Are Water MN?\nWe are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture\, Health\, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension. \nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/byron-we-are-water-mn/
LOCATION:Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo\, 5731 County Rd 105 NW\, Byron\, MN\, 55920\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,Traveling Exhibits,We Are Water MN
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T180000
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SUMMARY:Minneapolis - The Great Northern Festival: Water Bar @ Sauna Village
DESCRIPTION:MHC is excited to bring the Water Bar to The Great Northern Festival\, where water tenders will serve up flights of local drinking waters and spark conversations around stewardship of local water resources. \n“What’s a Water Bar?” you may wonder? A Water Bar is a bar that serves free\, local water. It’s a social space that centers the life-sustaining action of drinking water. It’s a table to gather around. It’s a space for quenching thirst\, for questioning water\, for sharing and encountering stories\, and for being and becoming part of a community. \nJoin us inside the Riverplace building next to the Sauna Village before or after your steam.
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-the-great-northern-festival-water-bar-sauna-village/
LOCATION:Riverplace Courtyard\, 1 SE Main St\, Minneapolis\, 55414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Kid Friendly,Traveling Exhibits,Twin Cities Metro,We Are Water MN
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T220000
DTSTAMP:20261016T194128Z
CREATED:20260128T210838Z
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SUMMARY:Winona - Water Bar at the New Look Preview Party
DESCRIPTION:MHC is excited to bring the Water Bar to the Minnesota Marine Art Museum’s (MMAM) New Look Preview Party\, where water tenders will serve up flights of local drinking waters and spark conversations around stewardship of local water resources. \n“What’s a Water Bar?” you may wonder? A Water Bar is a bar that serves free\, local water. It’s a social space that centers the life-sustaining action of drinking water. It’s a table to gather around. It’s a space for quenching thirst\, for questioning water\, for sharing and encountering stories\, and for being and becoming part of a community. \nMMAM’s New Look Preview Party celebrates the launch of their2026 theme\, Making Waves – marking two decades of genre defying artists pushing the boundaries of what marine art is\, and can be – and three new exhibition projects that usher in the new year: Splish\, Splash\, Story: Selections from The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art\, Robert Gonzalez: Mystical Waters\, and Water | Craft. \nThis memorable night out at the museum features enlightening artist conversations\, drink specials and light bites by the Waterbar Cafe & Provisions culinary team\, and a world-premiere live performance of Glacial Spatial—an immersive sound experience created by Trever Hagen and Josh Berg in collaboration with the Winona Symphony Orchestra\, curated in partnership with Liquid Music. \nRegistration\nTickets for this event must be purchased through the MMAM. MMAM is now offering friends of MHC $15 Presenting Partner Advanced Tickets! Use promotional code – NEWLOOK2026.  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/winona-water-bar-at-the-new-look-preview-party/
LOCATION:Minnesota Marine Art Museum\, 800 Riverview Drive\, Winona\, 55987\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Greater Minnesota,Traveling Exhibits,We Are Water MN
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTSTAMP:20260915T212334Z
CREATED:20250422T212609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T212334Z
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SUMMARY:Bloomington - 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: Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge \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/bloomington-we-are-water-mn/
LOCATION:Bloomington Education and Visitor Center\, 3815 American Blvd E\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Kid Friendly,Traveling Exhibits,Twin Cities Metro,We Are Water MN
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T203000
DTSTAMP:20261016T192938Z
CREATED:20250715T194640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T192938Z
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SUMMARY:Ottertail - Sketches of Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:“Otter Tail County:  Bring out your inner otter in the land of 1\,048 lakes”\nJoin the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and New York Mills Arts Retreat and Regional Cultural Center for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events 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 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 listens in on the conversations\, takes everything they heard from residents\, and brings it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater. \n\n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Performances\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback\n\nHost Partner: New York Mills Arts Retreat and Regional Cultural Center \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. \nRegistration\nThis event is free but registration is required. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/otter-tail-county-sketches-of-minnesota/
LOCATION:Thumper Pond Resort\, 300 Thumper Lodge Rd\, Ottertail\, MN\, 56571\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Films, Plays, & Performances,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T203000
DTSTAMP:20261016T193008Z
CREATED:20250715T194558Z
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SUMMARY:Fosston - Sketches of Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Firefly Center of Art and Wellbeing for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events 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 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 listens in on the conversations\, takes everything they heard from residents\, and brings it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater. \n\n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Performances\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback\n\nHost Partner: Firefly Center of Art and Wellbeing \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. \nRegistration\nThis event is free but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/fosston-sketches-of-minnesota/
LOCATION:Firefly Center of Art and Wellbeing\, 102 S Kaiser Ave\, Fosston\, 56542\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Films, Plays, & Performances,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T203000
DTSTAMP:20260917T191243Z
CREATED:20250715T194603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T191243Z
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SUMMARY:Edge of the Wilderness - Sketches of Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Edge Center for the Arts for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events 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 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 listens in on the conversations\, takes everything they heard from residents\, and brings it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater. \n\n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Performances\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback\n\nHost Partner: Edge Center for the Arts \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. \nRegistration\nThis event is free but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/bigfork-sketches-of-minnesota/
LOCATION:Edge Center for the Arts\, 101 2nd Ave\, Bigfork\, MN\, 56628\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Films, Plays, & Performances,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T203000
DTSTAMP:20260917T191222Z
CREATED:20250715T194609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T191222Z
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SUMMARY:Fergus Falls - Sketches of Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Otter Tail Lakes Country for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events 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 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 listens in on the conversations\, takes everything they heard from residents\, and brings it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater. \n\n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour at The Gathering Place (202 W Lincoln Ave. Fergus Falls) \n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner Catered by Union Eatery\n7:15–8:00 PM: Performance at A Center for the Arts (124 W Lincoln Ave. Fergus Falls) \n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback\n\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. \nHost Partner: Fergus Falls Events Council \nRegistration\nThis event is free but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/fergus-falls-sketches-of-minnesota/
LOCATION:A Center for the Arts\, 124 W Lincoln Ave\, Fergus Falls\, MN\, 56537\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Films, Plays, & Performances,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T203000
DTSTAMP:20261016T192945Z
CREATED:20250715T194633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T192945Z
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SUMMARY:Rosemount - Sketches of Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and City of Rosemount for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events 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 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 listens in on the conversations\, takes everything they heard from residents\, and brings it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater. \n\n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Performances\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback\n\nHost Partner: City of Rosemount \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. \nRegistration\nThis event is free but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/rosemount-sketches-of-minnesota/
LOCATION:Rosemount Steeple Center\, 14375 S Robert Trail\, Rosemount\, MN\, 55068\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Films, Plays, & Performances,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
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SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Sketches of Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Kingfield Neighborhood Association for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events 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 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 listens in on the conversations\, takes everything they heard from residents\, and brings it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater. \n\n11:00–12:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n12:00–1:15 PM: Lunch\n1:15–2:00 PM: Performances\n2:00–2:30 PM: Talkback\n\nHost Partner: Kingfield Neighborhood Association \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. \nRegistration\nThis event is free but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/mpls-sketches-of-minnesota/
LOCATION:Center for Performing Arts\, 3754 Pleasant Ave S\, Minneapolis\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Films, Plays, & Performances,Free,Sketches of Minnesota,Twin Cities Metro
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
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SUMMARY:Henderson - 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: Ney Nature Center \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/henderson-we-are-water-mn/
LOCATION:Ney Nature Center\, 28238 Nature Center Ln\, Henderson\, MN\, 56044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,Traveling Exhibits,We Are Water MN
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org
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