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Minneapolis/ St. Paul Events May 10, 2009

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Concerts
395506

Saint Paul Civic Symphony


The SPCS's popular Mother's Day concert has been a tradition for over twenty years!
651.292.3233
http://www.landmarkcenter.org
5/10/09

Ages: 1-18
Time: 1pm
Cost: Free

Landmark Center

75 West Fifth Street
Saint Paul, MN55102


Concerts
394664

Live Music


The market offers live music on Saturdays and Sundays.
http://www.mid... obalmarket.org
Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 11/8/08 - 11/6/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Sat 12n-2pm & 5:30pm-7:30pm; Sun 12:30pm-2:30pm
Cost: Free

Midtown Global Market

920 East Lake Street
Minneapolis, MN55407


Exhibits
430051

Adventures with Clifford the Big Red Dog


Take the Birdwell Island Ferry over to a "paws on" exhibit at the Children's Museum that reinforces 10 life lessons, including sharing, respect, cooperation, honesty, and more. A nine-foot Clifford has a tail to slide down! Also on display is a retrospective of the art of Norman Birdwell.
651.225.6000
http://www.mcm.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 2/14/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 2-12
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Free with museum admission

Minnesota Children's Museum

10 West Seventh Street
Saint Paul, MN55102


Exhibits
430062

Tales from the Land of Gullah


MCM revives the arts and practices of the Gullah people - whose West African culture survived the hardships of slavery - in an exhibit that takes visitors back in time through hands-on activities, multi-media presentations, music, and storytelling.
651.225.6000
http://www.mcm.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 1/31/09 - 5/31/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 2-12
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Free with museum admission

Minnesota Children's Museum

10 West Seventh Street
Saint Paul, MN55102


Exhibits
425110

Minnesota Prints & Printmakers, 1900-1945


The Minnesota Historical Society presents an exhibit of fine-art prints from the first half of the 20th century, a time when artists shifted their focus to "typically" American scenes.
651.297.2555
http://www.mnhs.org
Ongoing Daily 3/7/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 5-18
Time: During gallery hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

James J. Hill House

240 Summit Avenue
Saint Paul, MN55102


Exhibits
409412

Four Centuries of Minnesota on the Map


The History Center displays samples from the Historical Society's extensive collection of maps, atlases, and globes, showcasing the changing view of the area we know as Minnesota over the past 400 years.
651.259.3000
http://www.mnhs.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 2/28/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 3-18
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Minnesota History Center

345 Kellogg Boulevard West
Saint Paul, MN55102


Exhibits
403794

Eastman Johnson: Paintings & Drawings


The History Center hosts a special exhibit of 40 works by Eastman Johnson, one of the country's finest portrait, figure, and genre scene painters. Works on display showcase the Ojibwe who lived in settlements around Lake Superior in the mid-19th-century.
651.259.3000
http://www.mnhs.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 1/31/09 - 5/10/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 4-18
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Minnesota History Center

345 Kellogg Boulevard West
Saint Paul, MN55102


Films
494435

Star Trek


The theater hosts a special two-week IMAX engagement of the new Star Trek movie, a prequel to the old TV show.
http://www.imax.com/minnesota
Ongoing Daily 5/7/09 - 5/21/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 5-18
Time: See website for showtimes
Cost: Adults $14.50; Children $12

Great Clips IMAX Theatre

12000 Zoo Boulevard
Saint Paul, MN55124


Films
412665

Grand Canyon Adventure


Take an exhilarating river-rafting adventure down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon, following two father-daughter teams aiming to bring attention to global water issues. The film is narrated by Robert Redford and features the music of the Dave Matthews Band. Advance reservations are recommended; tickets can be purchased online, by phone, and in person. Runtime: 45 minutes.
http://www.smm.org
Ongoing Daily 1/9/09 - 6/11/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 5-18
Time: See website for showtimes
Cost: Adults $7.50; Children $6.50. Discount for members and combo tickets that include museum admission.

The Science Museum of Minnesota

120 West Kellogg Boulevard
Saint Paul, MN55102


Films
294008

Minneapolis in 19 Minutes Flat


Humorist and playwright Kevin Kling's whirlwind journey through Minneapolis history provides a light-hearted look at people and events that have shaped the city. Runtime: That would be 19 minutes...
612.341.7555
http://www.millcitymuseum.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 10/14/07 - 4/26/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 3-18
Time: Screens every 30 minutes
Cost: Free with museum admission

Mill City Museum

704 South Second Street
Minneapolis, MN55401


Holiday Seasonal
449381

Mother's Day Brunch


Mom and the whole family can enjoy pancakes served with Lowry's award-winning syrup, meat, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. Walk among spring wildflowers and view migrating birds after the meal. Advance registration is required.
763.559.6700
http://www.thr... rkdistrict.org
5/10/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 11am-1pm, 11:30am-1:30pm, 12:30pm-2:30 or 1pm-3pm
Cost: Ages 2 & up $10

Lowry Nature Center

7025 Victoria Drive
Victoria, MN55386


Holiday Seasonal
446924

Mother's Day Smorgasbord


Enjoy a buffet of Swedish favorites, accompanied by old-time Scandinavian music performed live by Mel Brendan and LeRoy Larson. Call 612.871.4907 by the Friday before to register and pay.
612.871.4907
http://www.ame... wedishinst.org
5/10/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: Seatings 12n & 4pm
Cost: Adults $28; Children (6-11) $9, (under 6) free. Museum admission included.

American Swedish Institute

2600 Park Avenue
Minneapolis, MN55407


Holiday Seasonal
446910

Mother's Day Canoeing


Celebrate Mom by canoeing together. Meet at the General Mills Boulevard Park-and-Ride lot, then paddle around Westwood Lake. Dock below the nature center and hike up for a special treat before canoeing back. Equipment provided - each canoe holds up to two adults and two children. Advance registration is required and available online; children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
952.924.2544
http://www.stlouispark.org
5/10/09

Ages: 7-19
Time: 1pm-3:30pm
Cost: $20; $4 off for St. Louis Park residents

Westwood Hills Nature Center

8300 West Franklin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN55426


Holiday Seasonal
437602

Mother's Day Brunch


Stroll through the gardens after a special Arboretum brunch. Price includes admission; choose from three seatings. Reservations are required.
952.443.1411
http://www.arboretum.umn.edu
5/10/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 10am, 11:30am or 1:30pm
Cost: Ages 8 & up, $20.95; Ages 4-7, $9.95. Discount for members.

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

3675 Arboretum Drive
Chaska, MN55318


Holiday Seasonal
491588

Free Breakfast for Moms


IKEA offers moms one free small breakfast (and cup of coffee) on Mother's Day.
952.858.8088
http://www.ikea.com
5/10/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: Until 10:30am
Cost: Free

IKEA

8000 IKEA Way
Minneapolis, MN55425


Holiday Seasonal
491838

Mother's Day Brunch Buffet


The Depot invites families to a special brunch buffet in the historic building featuring waffles, omelets, Prime Rib, salads, desserts, beverages, and more. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
612.758.7826
http://www.the... inneapolis.com
5/10/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 10:30am-2pm
Cost: Adults $24.95; Seniors & Children (4-13) $14.95, (under 4) free

The Depot Minneapolis

225 Third Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN55401


Library Programs
445712

15th Annual Viva City Visual Art Exhibition


View juried artwork by 80 Minneapolis Public School students in grades six to 12.
612.630.6000
http://www.hclib.org
Ongoing Daily 3/11/09 - 5/12/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: During library hours
Cost: Free

Minneapolis Central Library

300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN55401


Nature & Outdoors
113991

Raptors of Minnesota


Get an overview of the various species of raptors in Minnesota, tour the Raptor Center, and meet some of the center's 30 "teaching" raptors in the outdoor housing area. Register in advance by phone.
612.624.9753
http://www.raptor.cvm.umn.edu
Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 1/2/06 - 1/2/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 2-18
Time: 1pm-2pm
Cost: Adults $7.50; Children $5

Raptor Center

1920 Fitch Avenue
Saint Paul, MN55108


Ongoing Exhibits
176796

Tropical Encounters


The zoo's first new exhibit in more than 20 years allows visitors to immerse themselves in an authentic neo-tropical rainforest adventure, exploring the relationship between plants and animals in that fragile eco-system. Located on the south end of the Visitor Center.
651.487.8272
http://www.com... nservatory.org
Ongoing Daily 11/17/06 - 12/15/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: During zoo hours
Cost: $1-$2 suggested donation

Como Zoo

1225 Estabrook Drive
Saint Paul, MN55103


Ongoing Library Programs
155266

Random Reads!


Families can stop by the library on Sunday afternoons for ongoing storytime activities and presentations.
651.266.7000
http://www.sppl.org
Ongoing Each Sun 9/22/06 - 9/22/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 2pm-4pm
Cost: Free

Rondo Community Outreach Library

461 North Dale Street
Saint Paul, MN55103


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