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April 2025
Mosaic of Culture
Holland Arts East Gallery presents Mosaic of Culture, a photography exhibit by Bilal Amano, April 2-May 1 during Yellowbird Coffee Bar’s hours of operation, Mon.-Fri. 7 am-5 pm, Sat-Sun 8 am-5 pm. Mosaic of Culture is a visual celebration of tradition, identity, and connection, capturing the essence of diverse ethnic groups from around the world. Each portrait is a tribute to the intricate patterns, vibrant colors, and timeless heritage that define these cultures. This project honors the unique stories, rituals,…
Find out more »“Fun Home” at Theatre Latté Da
Theatre Latté Da will present "Fun Home," the Tony Award-winning Best Musical based on the graphic memoir by former Minnesota resident Alison Bechdel, with music by Jeanine Tesori and book and lyrics by Lisa Kron. Looking back on her 1970s childhood in the family-owned funeral home and her complex relationship with her father, Alison discovers they had more in common than she ever knew. Runs April 2-May 4. Opening night is Saturday, April 5, 2025. Single tickets start at $36.…
Find out more »44th Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival
Tuesday, April 2-Wednesday, April 23, The Main Cinema, 115 SE Main St. MSPIFF44 kicks off April 2 with a showing of "Free Leonard Peltier" at 7 pm. Using a mix of contemporary interviews, archival footage and AI recreations, Jesse Short Bull and David France bring alive the energy of the times, when the American Indian Movement (AIM) was rising up to protest centuries of injustice and oppression, and the US government was pushing back hard. Sunday, April 6 will feature…
Find out more »Vital Fitness
East Side Neighborhood Services, 1700 2nd St. NE. Registration: 612-787-4086 or VitalLiving@esns.org. Thursdays Weekly, 10:30-11:30 am, in person. A wide variety of balance, strength and flexibility movements will be incorporated into this fun and social group class. No cost. Pre-registration is helpful for planning purposes but not required. All abilities are encouraged to come. Movements can be done seated or standing.
Find out more »Friday Fish Fries at UACC
The Ukrainian American Community Center, 301 Main St. NE, has begun its Lenten annual fish fries. For $15, you get fish, pierogies, French fries, cole slaw. Proceeds go to UACC programs; tips go to humanitarian aid (medical supplies) for Ukraine. March 28, April 4 and 11. Pre-ordered takeout available. Visit uacc.org to purchase ahead of time.
Find out more »Mel Hart Scholarship fundraiser
Mel Hart graduated from St. Anthony Village High School in 1963. Tragically, he was killed in action on May 4, 1966, while serving his country. In honor of Mel's memory and achievements, a scholarship bearing his name was established at St. Anthony High School. Steele & Hops, 2800 39th Ave. NE, will host a breakfast Saturday, April 5, 9-11 am. Proceeds will go towards scholarships for a boy and girl. The cost of the breakfast buffet will be $15.
Find out more »Garden Art Fling
Saturday, April 5, 10 am-6 pm, Flux Arts Building, 699 Lowry Ave. NE. This event will showcase a lively mix of music, storytelling and art vendors including an art show featuring 8 x 8 artistic creations from Art to Change the World members, all for sale. Explore the vital role of bees, butterflies and other pollinators through science education, art and connect with the community as you celebrate the beauty of blooms and nature.
Find out more »Gallery 427: “The world that I chose”
Darrell Hagan’s recent series of acrylic paintings allow the viewer to feel as though they might walk into the scene by utilizing space and wide openness as a major part of the composition which makes the art about the hidden meanings inherent in the work. Opening reception: Saturday, March 22, 5-8 pm. Gallery hours: Saturday, March 29 and April 5, 1-3 pm. Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St. NE, #427.
Find out more »Passiontide Celebration of Beauty and the Arts
Saint Clement Catholic Church, 901 24th Ave. NE, will present a Passiontide Celebration of Beauty and the Arts, Saturday, April 5, 7 pm. This multi-faceted celebration features music, art, poetry, and a theatrical production. The evening begins with a production of "All Shall Be Well," a one-act, one-woman play in which Molly Delaney Druffner plays 14th century mystic, Julian of Norwich. In addition, there will be a presentation of poetry, and music by Hildegard von Bingen, Byrd and Palestrina. Admission…
Find out more »Portrait Pop-up fundraiser
Print the Love, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Minneapolis, will hold a Portrait Pop-up fundraiser Thursday, April 10, 2:30-6:30 pm at 2303 Kennedy St. NE, #501. For $75, you can have a portrait of you, your family or your pet taken by one of five volunteer photographers. Proceeds go to Print the Love, which takes and gives away free photos in 27 countries around the world. Sign up for a 15-minute time slot: https://www.printthelove.org/events/p/portraitpopup-pzwfg.
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