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Dandelion Day at Ard Godfrey House

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The Godfrey House, Minneapolis’ oldest surviving wood frame house built in 1849, will host its 33rd Annual Dandelion Day Celebration, Sunday, May 15, 1-4 pm, in Chute Square in Minneapolis, 28 University Ave. SE.

Dandelion Day celebrates Harriet Godfrey’s introduction of dandelion seeds to the St. Anthony Falls area. Learn how to make dandelion necklaces, bracelets and crowns, just as Helen Godfrey did as a child. Have a dandelion painted on your cheek or chin, or get a temporary tattoo. Take home a complimentary recipe booklet which includes recipes for dandelion tea, salad, jelly, soup and wine, and learn other ways “teeth of the lion” were used throughout history. Take a guided tour of the charming yellow Ard Godfrey House with hostesses dressed in 1850s period costume. There will also be free Godfrey buttons for the kids. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. Reservations required–search for Godfrey House Dandelion Days on eventbrite.com, or call Muriel, 612-781-8791.

CANCELED: Ukrainian Easter Egg Festival

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St. Michael’s and St. George’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church invites the public to attend their annual Ukrainian Easter Egg “Pysanky” Festival. The event will feature egg making demonstrations, the sale of traditional Ukrainian decorated eggs, Ukrainian Easter breads and baked goods, Ukrainian hand-crafted items, and a traditional Ukrainian dinner. Admission is free. Sunday, April 5, 11 am-2 pm, St. Michael’s and St. George’s Church Hall, 505 4th St. NE. Info: 612-379-2695, facebook.com/StMichaelsandStGeorgesUkrainianOrthodoxChurch.

Bauhaus Leap Day Winter Extra-Vaganza

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Bauhaus Brew Labs, 1315 Tyler St. NE, is embracing the winter climate with an all-day outdoor celebration at their taproom in Northeast Minneapolis. Saturday, Feb. 29, 12-11 pm, Fire & Ice will include an array of both indoor and outdoor activities for the entire family to enjoy. Bauhaus is proud to partner with Red Bull Skateboarding, Revival, Minnesota BBQ Company and local non-profit “Serving Those Serving,” on this free, all-ages event. There will be food, drinks, music, a sauna pop-up, a Red Bull winter DIY skate demo and video contest, and fire pits. Info: dojour.us/e/13325-fire-ice-an-outdoor-leap-day-winter-extra-vaganza.

 

Cookie Walk at Community UMC

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It’s time for Community United Methodist Church’s annual Christmas Cookie Walk, Saturday, Dec. 14, 9 am-12 pm. They also have a Santa Shoppe for all children of the community and shoppers at the Cookie Walk. The kids will be allowed to choose one item for each parent/guardian for free, and kids are invited to decorate a cookie and make a Christmas ornament. 950 Gould Ave. NE, Columbia Heights.

Family Vacation Bible School: To Mars and Beyond

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First Lutheran Church, 1555 40th Ave. NE, Columbia Heights. Monday, June 17-Friday, June 21. Dinner for the whole family at 5 pm, and program 5:45-7:45 pm. Blast off with the first VBS to land on Mars. To Mars and Beyond will help kids and families discover the wonders of God’s universe. Together, parents and kids will become voyagers on a journey through space, exploring where God’s power can take them. Cost: $10/person, scholarships available. For more information or to register, visit flcch.org or call 763-788-9653.
Friday, June 21, 8 pm: Star Party with Mike Lynch. Meet for a bonfire and s’mores in the church courtyard, followed by a star-watching party with Astronomer Mike Lynch. Free to all.

Root Beer Run 2019 Offers a Family-Friendly Alternative to Mother’s Day Brunch

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A fun run along the banks of the Mississippi River in Northeast Minneapolis is a family-friendly alternative to brunch this Mother’s Day. Root Beer Run 2019 features a one-mile or 1/2-mile run, walk or stroll around Boom Island Park, 724 Sibley St. NE, with all participants receiving a root beer float at the finish line. The dog-friendly event, now in its third year, will offer a wide variety of activities, including lawn games, a photo booth, arts and crafts, temporary tattoos and an inflatable jump house. There will also be a sunscreen station and food trucks from local vendors.   
Root Beer Run 2019 starts at 1 pm, Sunday, May 12, with registration and check-in beginning at noon. The entry fee is $10 per runner, with all proceeds going directly to People for Parks. The nonprofit organization advances under-supported projects and programs in Minneapolis Parks, serving as the catalyst for connecting community-driven ideas and funding that nurture stewardship, community and enjoyment of the city’s public parks. Info: bit.ly/RootBeerRun2019.

Little Voyageurs’ Spaghetti Dinner

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Little Voyageurs’ Montessori School will host their 13th annual spaghetti dinner, silent auction, and raffle drawing on Friday, April 26, at St. Timothy’s Lutheran Church, 825 51st Ave. NE, Columbia Heights. Dinner will be served from 5-7. The silent auction closes at 7:30. Dinner tickets are $10 each and $5 for children 12 and under.

Activities include a bouncy house, face painting, and carnival games. There will also be a fire truck and a police cruiser for children to explore while having the opportunity to interact with firefighters and a police officer. The silent auction has a variety of items including: zoo and water park passes, gift baskets, vouchers for a variety of classes and activities (includes Escape Room, Battle Axed, Arthur Murray dancing), certificates for dining, entertainment, and much more. The raffle drawing will be held at 7:30 pm for over 60 prizes including a gift certificate for R. J. Moeller. Need not be present to win. Raffle tickets ($2) are available at the dinner.

CommunityFEST

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CommunityFEST, Saturday, Sept. 29, 11 am-5 pm. Boom Island park, 724 Sibley Ave. NE, Mpls. Join the Minneapolis Public Schools Community Education department as they celebrate 50 years the only way they know how, with food, fun and friends. This event is free and open to the public. Enjoy, music, stage performances, community partners, food trucks, activities for kids/youth and onsite adult enrichment classes. Info: commed.mpls.k12.mn.us/community_fest.html.

The Washburn Games

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Target and national non-profit KaBOOM! awarded Washburn Center for Children a $15,930 grant to purchase an Imagination Playground in a Cart™, an innovative playground equipment system.  The portable play equipment will be unveiled at “The Washburn Games,” a day designed to highlight the importance of children’s physical and mental wellness.  More than 500 kids, ages 4-12 and their families, play 15 athletic activities, including baseball, yoga, soccer and lacrosse along with the new Imagination Playground in a noncompetitive environment, all to raise money and support to their peers struggling with depression, anxiety, loss or trauma.  Local experts from the Minnesota Cricket Association, InnerCity Tennis, Tony Sanneh Foundation, and National Karate are attending to teach basic sports skills.  The seventh annual Washburn Games are on Sunday, Sept. 25, 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. with the closing ceremonies and prize giveaways starting at 4 p.m. at Bryn Mawr Meadows Park located at 601 Morgan Ave S, Minneapolis.

 

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