Archive for March, 2012


National Public Health Week Film Festival

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March 31, 2012

The University of Minnesota School of Public Health is hosting their 8th annual film festival.  All film screenings are free and open to the public.

MON, APRIL 2: Nutrition & Food
FILM: Farm to School: Growing Our Future (27 min.)

TUES, APRIL 3: Health as a Human Right
FILM: Crossing Midnight (29 min.)
FILM: One Bridge to the Next (31 min.)

WED, APRIL 4: AIDS & GLBTQ Perspectives
FILM: We Were Here (90 min.)

THUR, APRIL 5: End-of-Life Decisions
FILM: How to Die in Oregon (107 min.)

FRI, APRIL 6: Sexual Health
FILM: Orgasm, Inc. (78 min.)
FILMS: Vintage Sex Ed Shorts (20 min.)

April 2-6, 2012; Doors open at 5 pm
Program begins at 5:30 p.m. with films to follow.
U of MN East Bank campus; Locations vary by date. Click on Film Schedule for nightly locations.


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Facebook page update

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March 31, 2012

Today the new Facebook timeline format went live.  I’m not loving the new layout but I don’t have control over the matter.  I do still really like the Facebook page because it’s an easy way to connect with the people who read my blog.  If you read this site regularly, I’d like to encourage you to become a fan on Facebook and to use the like button to provide me with feedback!  It’s very helpful to see what posts you want to read (or don’t care about) via that feature.

 

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$12 Timberwolves tickets

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March 31, 2012

With this Crowd Cut deal, save 52% off select Timberwolves games.  Each purchase also includes a Kevin Love decal.  Choose from:

  • $12 for One Ticket to vs. Memphis, 4/17, Upper Level ($25 Value)
  • $12 for One Ticket to vs. Denver, 4/26, Upper Level ($25 Value)
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Old Navy $10 off $50

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March 31, 2012

Save $10 off a $50 purchase at Old Navy with this printable coupon.  Expires April 8, 2012.

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Local Designers and Boutique Sale

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March 30, 2012

Color Bash Double Strand Necklace by Karen Jacobson Design

You don’t want to miss this “no frills but great finds” open market offering deep discounts (40-80% off retail) on sample items and remaining inventory from past collections. According to Lois Eliason of Post-, “the event is a way to offer our local followers our great products at a more-than-affordable price. Shoppers can stock up on beauty/gift items for Mother’s Day, or find some key pieces that work for transitional winter/spring styling”. More than 12 well-known and high-end designers will offer clothing, accessories, skincare, beauty products (makeup), and home goods.

Vendors include: Annie Fink Designs, Assez Bon Home Furnishings, BC Designs, Blink for Beauty, Corset Styling, Infrared Jewelry, Irely Intimates, Foat Design, Karin Jacobson Design, Nelli Designs, Post- Accessories, Redshoes 26 Design, StormSister Spatique. At time of this release, we are still waiting on: Julie Swenson beauty products, Stephanie’s Boutique.

March 31-April 1st (Saturday-Sunday)
Noon- 5 pm
Northrup King Building
1500 Jackson Street NE,  Studios #406 & #288
Minneapolis

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$8 for two tickets to The Sports Show

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March 30, 2012

Today’s Groupon is $8 for two tickets to ‘The Sports Show’ at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts (reg. $16).  Track the evolution of sport from past time to spectacle and see how sports images express ideas about power and politics, culture and race, fans and fanatics.

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$25 for a canoeing trip for two

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March 30, 2012

Looking for an outdoor adventure with minimal equipment cost and experience required?  If so, grab today’s Google Offer.  Today’s offer is an 8 mile canoe trip for two for only $25 (Reg. $50).

When it comes to outdoor adventure, it’s obvious that “wild and scenic” tops “dull and ugly.” But what might not be immediately clear is what it takes for a piece of river to get dubbed “wild and scenic” by the Department of Natural Resources. Find out by floating down eight miles of such a stretch in a two-person canoe courtesy of Clear Waters Outfitting Company. With undeveloped shores, clear, gentle water, and ample opportunity for spotting eagles and other rare birds, the remote expanse of the Mississippi between Clearwater and Monticello is ideal for paddling, relaxing, and enjoying the pristine natural landscape. This serene two to three hour adventure is sure to take your appreciation for one of the state’s greatest resources to a whole new level.

FYI- Clearwater is only an hour NW of Minneapolis.

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Artcrank

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March 29, 2012

Artcrank is back!  If you love affordable bike art, this event is for you.

ARTCRANK returns to its Warehouse District roots with an Opening Night Party on Saturday, April 14. The 2012 edition of ARTCRANK MSP will feature hand-made, bike-inspired posters created by 40 local artists. Admission is free, and limited edition, signed and numbered copies of all posters will be available for $40 each.

Enjoy craft beers by Widmer Brothers Brewing in exclusive ARTCRANK pint glasses — all proceeds benefit Springboard for the Arts.

Riding to the show? Clif Bar and One On One Bike will provide free valet bike parking.

Metro Magazine is wrangling a small army of your favorite food trucks and carts to tempt your palate.

Neenah Paper and Big Table Studio are teaming up to create something three-dimensionally biketastic that we’re keeping under wraps for now…

Our soundtrack will be provided by The Current, with a special appearance by Mayda. So yeah, you want to be there.

And hey, if you’re looking for something to do with the kids, get the day started at the ARTCRANK Family Party, hosted by Clockwork from 3:00 – 5:00, with obstacle course races, safety games and demonstrations, and enough fun and prizes to keep everyone cranking all afternoon.

Saturday, April 14, 2012
5-11pm
Traffic Zone Gallery
250 3rd Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55401

 

 

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Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic for Pets

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March 29, 2012

My cutie Lil

Northeast Community Lutheran Church and Kindest Cut are providing a Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic for dogs and cats. The goal of the Clinic is to provide low-cost veterinary care to Minneapolis residents who might otherwise be unable to keep them up to date on vaccines.

Click here for a list of available services and pricing.

Saturday, April 14, 2012
2-5pm
Northeast Community Lutheran Church
1500 6th Street NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
No appointment is needed – service is on a walk-in basis

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Free class: Outdoor and Wilderness Safety

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March 29, 2012

Make sure you’re prepared for all your summer outdoor adventures!

Join Mark Doneux, of the Jon Francis Foundation, for a class on outdoor and wilderness safety.  Go into the backcountry better prepared and informed.  Learn basic safety tips, required wilderness safety equipment and easily avoided wilderness hazards.

Mark will utilize a number of case studies to illustrate his points.  He’ll also provide resources that should always be shared with loved ones prior to departing into the backcountry.

Tuesday, April 3, 2012
7pm
Midwest Mountaineering – Expedition Room
309 Cedar Ave. S
Minneapolis, MN 55454

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