WEDNESDAY, JULY 18
Nature Walk: Rachel Lilly Preserve – The pre- serve is a portion of the Dodge Nature Center spe- cial enough to be placed in conservation easement. Join Chase Davies scouring habitats for birds and examine the progress of the prairie. Some off trail excursions perhaps; dress for weather and bugs. Free. Highway 110, between Dodd Rd and Delaware Ave, Mendota Hts. Chase Davies: 651-633-1663.
THURSDAY, JULY 19
Japanese Taiko Drum Group, Mu Daiko – 6:15pm. If you never seen Japanese Taiko Drum- ming your eyes and ears are in for a treat. “Taiko” is the Japanese word for big drum, and in the U.S. describes a style of group performance derived from traditional Japanese drumming and martial arts-inspired movement. It’s musically riveting and visually stunning. Free. Veterans’ Amphitheater - Wolfe Park, 3700 Monterey Dr, St. Louis Park.
Esogetics Basics workshop – 7-10pm. Learn briefly about Esogetics (color puncture) and what it encom- passes. You will learn about 9 of the main modalities within Esogetics, about the Esogetics Model, and why the 16 colors are used. Also, experience one of the Audio Therapies and one of the new I Ching therapies. Free. Psinergy Natural Health & Holistic Wellness, 821 Raymond Ave, Ste 260, St. Paul. Blodgett: 612-217-4325.
PSIEnergy.info.
FRIDAY, JULY 20
Marina Abramović: The Artist Is Present -- July 20 at 7:30pm, July 21 at 3&7:30pm. A cinematic journey inside the world of radical performance, and an intimate portrait of one of the most compelling art- ists of our time – a charismatic woman “who is never not performing,” as MoMA curator Klaus Biesenbach puts it. It also offers fascinating insights into the evo- lution of performance art: its relatively recent move into museum galleries. 106 minutes. $9, $7/members, students. Walker Art Center, 1750 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis. 612-375-7600.
WalkerArt.org.
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The Spirit Wellness Center 2nd Annual Holistic Fair
Join the fun and informative holistic fair and visit over 30 vendors including life coaches, speakers, healers, psychics, massage therapists and many more. Attend any of the lectures every half hour. Admission $5. Dakota Ridge, Best Western Hotel, 3450 Washington Dr, Eagan. Info: call Kellie at 612-804-4463 or email:
Kellie@TheSpiritWellnessCenter.com.
JULY 21 Saturday - 9am-5pm. SUNDAY, JULY 22
Garden Fresh Farms Open House – 1-4 p.m. Tour this Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) at their open house today and see how they use solar power and aquaponics to grow their own fish and food year round. 1065 E. Hwy 36, Maplewood. Online registration for the open house is requested.
GardenFreshFarms.com or call 612-886-6631.
Minnesota Grown: Local Foods – 1pm. Celebrate Minnesota by learning to shop the best the Midwest has to offer seasonally and some favorite local products. Concentration is on delicious food, but also on being responsible stewards of our state. $30. Preregistration required. Whole Foods, 3060 Excelsior Blvd, Minneapolis. 612-927-8141.
Preventing Common Yoga Injuries – 6-8pm. Many factors contribute to the safe practice of yoga asana. This workshop promotes awareness and preparation for movement through commonly overworked or misaligned poses. Pattern, habit and what feels familiar to the body can put even the most seasoned practitioner at risk to injury. Open to all levels of practitioners. $40. Yoga Center, 4200 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Pk. 612-436-4700.
Register@YogaCenterMPLS.com.
TUESDAY, JULY 24
Thai Stretch Class – 6-7:30pm. In this class, yoga instructor and Thai massage therapist Angie Viehman, along with several yoga teacher trainees, will stretch and move you into deep relaxation. We’ll combine yoga poses with deep Thai massage-style stretches and adjustments to bring you into complete balance. Preregistration encouraged. $17/drop in. Yoga Center, 4200 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Pk. 612-436-4700.
Register@YogaCenterMPLS.com.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 25
The Roe Family Singers – 10:30am. Geared for younger children, but the whole family will be toe- tappin’ with this award-winning, homegrown band that plays good-time, old-time hillbilly music to entertain the entire family. You get to bounce to the rhythms of banjo, guitar, autoharp, washboard and kazoo. Free. Hennepin County Library, 15700 36th Ave N, Plymouth.
Adrenal Fatigue: Seminar and Screening – 7pm. Ad- renal glands make hormones like cortisol, DHEA and norepinephrine, which help your body navigate stress. Chronic stress and high levels of adrenal hormones can result in anxiety, insomnia, high blood pressure, even heart attacks and strokes. Dr Fors explains the underly- ing metabolic causes of adrenal fatigue and what to do to heal yourself. Free adrenal fatigue screening tests available to all seminar participants. Free. Pain & Brain Healing Center, 1400 131st
Ave NE, Blaine. THURSDAY, JULY 26
It Works! – 6:15-9pm. If you have been curious about It Works! and the slimming body applicator, you will want to come to this event. Try the Ultimate Applicator and see immediate results for $25. Learn about the company, products and an amazing home-based business oppor- tunity. RSVP required. Crown Plaza, 3 Appletree Sq, Bloomington. 651-955-3673.
EasySkinnyWrap.com.
Rock and Roll Sushi – July 26&27. 6:30-8pm. Become your own itamae, or sushi master, in this hands-on class. Learn sushi history, sushi jargon and etiquette, and how to select ingredients. Then make your own with fresh ingredients. Take home the extra rolls and a new sushi rolling mat. $30. Preregistration required. Whole Foods, 3060 Excelsior Blvd, Minneapolis. 612-927-8141.
FRIDAY, JULY 27
Little Chefs: A Journey to Asia: Ages 4-7 – 9-10am. The history, science and art of food. Think about Italy and what kids there eat and how they make it. Learn cooking skills and about food safety. This is a drop-off class – kids only! $10. Preregistration required. Whole Foods, 3060 Excelsior Blvd, Minneapolis. 612-927-8141.
Sous Chefs: A Journey to Asia: Ages 8-15 – 11:30am-1:30pm. The history, science and art of food. Think about Italy and what kids there eat and how they make it. Learn cooking skills and about food safety. This is a drop off class – kids only! $25. Preregistration required. Whole Foods, 3060 Excelsior Blvd, Minneapolis. 612-927-8141.
SATURDAY, JULY 28
Tour de Fat – 10am. The Tour de Fat will be meander- ing through the Twin Cities, spreading the word about the positive offerings of the bicycle. Along with an exceptional ability to roust a city’s inner-cyclist, the festival is a family-friendly event that involves cos- tumes, slow rides and a parade for you and your bike. The Parade begins at 10am from Loring Park, but be early to register. Stay after for entertainment, games, beer and camaraderie. Register, details:
BikeMN.org.
Family Yoga – 3-3:45pm. Yoga for kids is a time of building strength and concentration. It calms their centers and enhances contentment, emotional balance and love. From wild dances, deep breathing, crafting and singing to quiet time and storytelling, this class offers children and families a life-long practice and discipline. $17/1 adult and 1 child, $7/per additional person. Yoga Center, 4200 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Pk. 612-436-4700.
Register@YogaCenterMPLS.com.
SUNDAY, JULY 29
Walk with an Artist – 2-3pm. Meet Silverwood’s gallery coordinator for a look at the current show and discover more about the artists who have contributed work to the park. Join an artist-led walk outside explor- ing the park’s sculptures and learning more about the pieces installed along the trails. Free. Silverwood, 2500 Country Rd E, St Anthony. Details, time: 763-694-7707.
MONDAY, JULY 30
Music and movies: Night Moves and Spellbound – 7pm music, 8:45pm film. Night Moves features former members of Food Pyramid, Mouthful of Bees, and Battle Royale. The group has a soon-to-drop album on Domino Records, and has received critical acclaim. The movie portion of the evening is the psychoanalytic thriller Spellbound. Chaos reigns as Dr. Petersen (Ingrid Bergman) attempts to unravel the repressed memories of Dr. Edwards (Gregory Peck). The key to this much- loved Hitchcock thriller lie in the bizarre and beautiful dream sequence designed by Salvador Dalí. 1945, video, 111 minutes. Free. First come seating. Loring Park. In case of rain, Walker Cinema. 612-375-7600.
WalkerArt.org.
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Grand Opening of Joyful Connections
Reiki Master Amy Nesdahl and Nea DallaValle, Soul Coach and Reiki practitioner, celebrate the opening of Joyful Connections with a variety of guest speak- ers, teachers, healers and artist Steve Brumbaugh, who will be on site with a display. There will be door prizes, giveaways, treats and more. Friends, family and anyone interested in finding their pas- sion, releasing old beliefs and patterns and creating a life of fulfillment and meaning are invited. Joyful Connections, 1401 Silver Lake Rd, Ste 2B, New Brighton. 763-229-9988.
Joyful-Connecctions.com.
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