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Calendar of Events

15 events

Uptown Futures Forum 2.0

Uptown Futures Forum 2.0

Tue, Oct 13 · 6:30 PM – 9 PM

Granada Theater 3022 Hennepin Ave S MPLS MN 55408

Join us for a follow-up to last year's Uptown TAP, where a volunteer panel of ULI experts studied Uptown and made recommendations. Come to hear what this TAP recommended and how to help shape what's next. Tuesday, October 13 Doors open: 6:30PM Meeting: 7:00-9:00PM Hosted at the Granada Theater Evening Highlights: Panel with ULI Uptown TAP Panelists including Max Musicant, John Breitinger, Patty Wall, Erin Lonoff, Blake Slette, and Lisa Christianson Commentary by Eric Roper, Minnesota Star Tribune Moderated Q&A Reflections and takeaways by civic leaders

Thriller Dance Practice

Thriller Dance Practice

Wed, Oct 14 · 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Arizona Taco Co, 1405 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55408

Want to come learn how to dance Thriller for this year's Thrill Uptown event on Saturday, October 24th (3-6PM at True North Studio)? Join us at one or all of the practices!

Thriller Dance Practice

Thriller Dance Practice

Thu, Oct 15 · 6 PM – 7:15 PM

Jones Harrison Senior Living 3700 Cedar Lake Ave MPLS, MN 55416

Want to come learn how to dance Thriller for this year's Thrill Uptown event on Saturday, October 24th (3-6PM at True North Studio)? Join us at one or all of the practices!

Thriller Dance Practice

Thriller Dance Practice

Sun, Oct 18 · 4 PM – 5:15 PM

Jones Harrison Senior Living 3700 Cedar Lake Ave MPLS, MN 55416

Want to come learn how to dance Thriller for this year's Thrill Uptown event on Saturday, October 24th (3-6PM at True North Studio)? Join us at one or all of the practices!

Uptown Movie Club October Screening

Uptown Movie Club October Screening

Wed, Oct 21 · 5 PM – 10 PM

Mari’s Watch Bar & Landmark’s Lagoon Cinema

Please sign up for email updates on our website and/or follow us on Instagram and Facebook (uptownmovieclub) for the most up to date details!

Thriller Dance Practice

Thriller Dance Practice

Thu, Oct 22 · 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Kenwood Community Center

Want to come learn how to dance Thriller for this year's Thrill Uptown event on Saturday, October 24th (3-6PM at True North Studio)? Join us at one or all of the practices!

Thrill Uptown

Thrill Uptown

Sat, Oct 24 · 3 PM – 6 PM

Seven Points 3001 Hennepin Ave S MPLS MN 55408

Join us on Saturday, October 24th, from 3:00-6:00 PM for an afternoon of community, music, and fun as we bring neighbors together for a synchronized global dance to Michael Jackson's iconic Thriller. In addition to celebrating the Uptown community, the event will support local businesses and collect food donations for Joyce Uptown Food Shelf.

Halloween Party at LITT

Halloween Party at LITT

Sat, Oct 31 · 9 PM – 2 AM

2021 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405

Come celebrate spooky season at LITT Pinball Bar! Featuring DJ Chisme, DJ SuperBrush, DJ Espada and special guest Mike 2600 spinning records all night. We will hold a costume contest at 11:30pm with prizes!

The First Draft Spoken Word Open Mic

The First Draft Spoken Word Open Mic

Sun, Nov 8 · 7 PM – 9 PM

2827 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408

Minneapolis' most immersive spoken word open mic. A gathering to build community: welcoming poetry, personal stories, and other storytelling art forms. First-time readers share the mic with seasoned performers in a space that values honesty over polish. This is a space for connection over performance.

Uptown Movie Club November Screening

Uptown Movie Club November Screening

Wed, Nov 18 · 5 PM – 10 PM

Mari’s Watch Bar & Landmark’s Lagoon Cinema

All are welcome to help support local cinema and Uptown Businesses! Please sign up for email updates on our website and/or follow us on Instagram and Facebook (uptownmovieclub) for the most up to date details!

The First Draft Spoken Word Open Mic

The First Draft Spoken Word Open Mic

Sun, Nov 22 · 7 PM – 9 PM

2827 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408

The First Draft MPLS is an immersive spoken-word open mic. A gathering to build community: welcoming poetry, personal stories, spoken word and all forms of artistic storytelling. First-time readers share the mic with seasoned performers in a space that values honesty and vulnerability. This is a gathering to connect and be moved through story.

Holiday Treats with Boris - our Prehistoric Cave Bear Skeleton

Holiday Treats with Boris - our Prehistoric Cave Bear Skeleton

Sat, Dec 5 · 1 PM – 5 PM

ZRS Fossils and Gifts / 3018 Lyndale Avenue South, Minneapolis

Unearth the perfect holiday treasure with Boris, our 50,000-year-old Cave Bear! Join our resident ZRS Paleontologist on the first Saturday in December for a festive afternoon of discovery. Explore a unique selection of fossiliferous delights and natural stone gift items perfect for holiday shopping. Plus, enjoy special holiday treats and warm cider all afternoon long! 🎄✨

The First Draft MPLS

The First Draft MPLS

Sun, Dec 6 · 7 PM – 9 PM

2827 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408

The First Draft MPLS brings poetry, storytelling, and spoken word into an intimate, welcoming open mic. New voices and seasoned performers share the stage, creating an evening where laughter, vulnerability, and unexpected connections remind us how much we have to learn from one another. This is a gathering built on connection and community.

Uptown Movie Club December Screening

Uptown Movie Club December Screening

Wed, Dec 16 · 5 PM – 10 PM

Mari’s Watch Bar & Landmark’s Lagoon Cinema

Please sign up for email updates on our website and/or follow us on Instagram and Facebook (uptownmovieclub) for the most up to date details!

The First Draft Spoken Word Open Mic

The First Draft Spoken Word Open Mic

Sun, Dec 20 · 7 PM – 9 PM

2827 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408

The First Draft MPLS is a spoken-word open mic featuring poetry, personal essays, and storytelling. First-time readers and experienced writers/performers share original work with an attentive audience in an intimate setting. Come to read, or settle in with a glass of wine and listen. This is a gathering built on vulnerability, community, and connection; this gathering is comes to practice the art of listening.

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