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February 2025
Adopt a cat
Whisker Rescue will hold a Cat-stravaganza adoption event Saturday, Feb. 15 at the Quarry PetSmart, 1640 New Brighton Blvd. Meet your fine feline valentine from noon to 3 p.m. or just come for some plush therapy. Cats and kittens may also be viewed on Petfinder.com, just search for the Whisker Rescue tied to Spring Lake Park. Applications submitted and approved before the event will have first consideration for matching.
Find out more »“This Is Not A Dream”
Lex-Ham Community Theater of St. Paul, in partnership with the Ukrainian Center in Northeast Minneapolis, will present the Minneapolis premiere of "This Is Not A Dream," a series of 9 short plays written by nine contemporary playwrights from Ukraine about their life during the current conflict there. Performances in English at Ukrainian American Community Center, 301 Main St. NE. Friday, Feb. 14, 7 pm, and Saturday, Feb. 15, 2 pm. Tickets: $20 Adults, $17 Seniors, available at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/this-is-not-a-dream-tickets-1111433059199. More info:…
Find out more »Artist Talk: Bucolic Topographies
Learn how Lisa Truax blended ceramics with granite, sand and recycled materials to create the pieces for her show Bucolic Topographies, Saturday, Feb. 15, 2-3:30 pm. Truax will be in the gallery 1-4 pm. Kolman & Reeb Gallery, Studio 395, Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St. NE.
Find out more »Line dancing at Nicollet Island
Scoot your boots during an inclusive afternoon of music and movement, line dancing in the Nicollet Island Pavilion, led by Billie from the Back Road Kickers. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Saturday, Feb. 15, 2:15-5:30 pm. This event is free to attend with free parking available. Register at https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mplsparkandrec/activity/search/detail/17119.
Find out more »Movies Made (right) Here: The “Grumpy Old Men” edition
Sunday, Feb. 16. Doors: 3 pm, Movie: 3:30 pm, Nicollet Island Pavilion, free parking. Free admission. Laugh along with this Minnesota classic! Grumpy Old Men — a hilarious, heartwarming comedy was filmed right here in our snowy backyard. Admission is free, and snacks and beverages will be available for purchase from Mintahoe.
Find out more »Logan Park Industrial Open House
Review the concept layouts for Tyler, Jackson and Van Buren Streets, and 12th, 13th and 14th Avenues Wednesday, Feb. 19, 4:30-6:30 pm at Northeast Recreation Center, 1530 Johnson St. NE. These six streets in the project area will move towards concept layout approval by the Minneapolis City Council this spring as originally planned. Planners have gone back to the drawing board for Quincy Street, following neighborhood pushback. Learn more at https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/projects/logan-park-industrial.
Find out more »SAV Puzzle Showdown
A jigsaw competition, a collaboration between St. Anthony Community Services and Silverwood Park will take place Sunday, Feb. 23, 3-5 pm at Silverwood Park, 2500 County Rd. E, St Anthony Teams of up to four will race against the clock to complete a 500-piece puzzle in 2 hours, with volunteer judges tracking progress and prizes for top finishers. Ages: 14+, registration required. Cost: $60 per team, $15 per person. Doors open at 2 pm. Arrive early for check-in and rules.…
Find out more »Northeast Business Connections
This series provides the business community an opportunity to connect with local city leaders, Northeast Chamber leadership and local businesses to have meaningful conversations, make new connections and stay informed about issues facing their local community. These gatherings are open to the public and free to attend. Tuesday, Feb. 25, May 27, Aug. 26, and Nov. 25. 8-9:30 am. Eastside Neighborhood Services, 1700 NE 2nd St. Free, registration not required. Agenda: 8-8:30 am — Networking; 8:30-9:30 am — Program and…
Find out more »Alzheimer’s Workshop
Minneapolis Parks & Recreation is offering a new workshop, "I Was Just Diagnosed With Alzheimer's (AD), Now What the Heck Do I Do?" Presented by an ex-teacher who was diagnosed with AD 18 months ago. There is almost no support for people who are newly diagnosed with AD; support from the medical community or insurance companies typically doesn't begin until 3-5 years after diagnosis. This workshop is for people who have an actual diagnosis of AD or Mild Cognitive Impairment.…
Find out more »Traffic camera open houses
The City of Minneapolis would like your feedback on potential traffic camera locations. Give them your thoughts in person Tuesday, Feb. 25, 4-6 pm, Minneapolis Central Library, Doty Room (2nd floor up the escalator), 300 Nicollet Mall. There will be a presentation at 4:30 pm with information boards, feedback activities and opportunity to ask questions. An online open house will be held Thursday, Feb. 27 at 6 pm via Microsoft Teams. Join link. There will be a presentation followed by…
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