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X-WR-CALNAME:Minneapolis · community · Monday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Twins 2026 Season Home Games DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260402 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260821T183208Z UID:3203@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, The Twin's home opener is April 2nd and the regular season runs through September 27th. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T183208Z LOCATION:Target Field\, 1 Twins Way\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United St ates URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/twins-home-games/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saint Paul City Tour 2 Hour Sightseeing Experience DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260729T213716Z UID:10004314-1780358400-1793491199@www.bloomingtonmn.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:12:30pm to 2:30pm Tuesdays through Sundays June 2 – October 31\, 2026 \nDiscover the vibrant history and scenic beauty of Saint Paul o n this two-hour sightseeing tour. Travel in luxurious comfort while an exp ert guide shares captivating stories and highlights the city’s iconic la ndmarks\, including a stop at the Smith Avenue Bridge Overlook for stunnin g views of the Mississippi River. Marvel at the Minnesota State Capitol an d the charming Victorian homes along Summit Avenue. This tour is perfect f or both visitors and locals looking to explore the best of Saint Paul in a n enjoyable and informative way. \n  \n\n2-hour guided city tour with a k nowledgeable local expert\nComfortable deluxe transportation from Mall of America\nVisit iconic sites like the Minnesota State Capitol and Smith Ave nue Bridge Overlook\nSuitable for all ages with family-friendly pricing op tions LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213716Z LOCATION:Mall of America\, 60 E. Broadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/saint-paul-city-tour -2-hour-sightseeing-experience/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm _campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Bloomington MN Travel & Tourism - Mall of America Hotels X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stillwater Tour Trolley Ride and Scenic Boat Cruise with Lunch DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261018 DTSTAMP:20260729T213716Z UID:10004217-1780617600-1792281599@www.bloomingtonmn.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:9am to 4pm Fridays and Saturdays June12 – October 17\, 2026 \nDiscover the charm of Stillwater\, Minnesota on this immersive 7-hour ci ty tour. Begin with a fully narrated trolley tour through downtown\, explo ring the town’s rich lumber history and stunning Victorian architecture. Next\, enjoy a scenic boat cruise on the St. Croix River\, featuring a de licious lunch as you take in breathtaking views. After the cruise\, spend an hour exploring historic Main Street at your own pace\, visiting unique boutiques and savoring local treats. This perfect blend of guided experien ces and leisure time makes it an ideal day trip for both visitors and loca ls alike. \n  \n\n7-hour sightseeing tour with trolley and boat cruise\nE njoy a delicious lunch on the scenic St. Croix River\nExplore historic Mai n Street with free time after the cruise\nDepart from Mall of America with a knowledgeable local guide LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213716Z LOCATION:Mall of America\, 60 E. Broadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/stillwater-tour-trol ley-ride-and-scenic-boat-cruise-with-lunch/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_me dium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Bloomington MN Travel & Tourism - Mall of America Hotels X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chisago Lakes Area City Tour Scenic Boat Cruise and Art DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026 DTSTAMP:20260729T213716Z UID:10004233-1782000000-1792972799@www.bloomingtonmn.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sundays through October 25th\, discover the charm of Minnesota ’s Chisago Lakes Area on a full-day sightseeing tour. This 7-hour advent ure showcases the area’s natural beauty\, beginning with a delightful st op at Lindstrom Bakery for traditional Swedish treats and coffee. Explore the captivating Franconia Sculpture Park\, home to large-scale contemporar y art set in scenic landscapes. Lunch on your own will be at Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours just before you unwind with an 80-minute scenic boat cr uise on the St. Croix River\, where stunning views of the bluffs and fores ts await. \n  \n\nEvery Sunday through October 25\, 2026\n7-hour guided s ightseeing tour through Chisago Lakes Area\nSample famous donuts and local coffee at Lindstrom Bakery\nVisit the outdoor Franconia Sculpture Park fe aturing contemporary art\nEnjoy an 80-minute scenic boat ride on the St. C roix River LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213716Z LOCATION:Mall of America\, 60 E. Broadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/chisago-lakes-area-c ity-tour-scenic-boat-cruise-and-art-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium= ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Bloomington MN Travel & Tourism - Mall of America Hotels X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pepsi NFL Helmets DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009 DTSTAMP:20260902T063252Z UID:10004455-1788220800-1791503999@www.bloomingtonmn.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We’re gearing up for the start of football season with the l arger than life Official NFL Team helmets on display from all 32 NFL Teams . Come check them out in the Atrium! LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T063252Z LOCATION:Mall of America\, 60 E. Broadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/pepsi-nfl-helmets/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Bloomington MN Travel & Tourism - Mall of America Hotels X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Northeast Library (through 10/7) DTSTART:20260908T130000Z DTEND:20261007T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T000618Z UID:28781-1788854400-1791392400@www.mynortheaster.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Baby Storytime: For children birth-24 months and their caregi vers. Talk\, sing\, read\, write\, and play together. Share books\, storie s\, rhymes\, music and movement in a format especially designed for babies . Siblings welcome. Fridays\, 9:30-10 am. \nFamily Storytime: For childre n birth-5 years old and their caregivers. Talk\, sing\, read\, write and p lay together. Share books\, stories\, rhymes\, music\, and movement. Sibli ngs welcome. Fridays\, 11-11:30 am. \nChess Club: All ages and skill leve ls are welcome. Learn the basics of chess\, improve your game\, master str ategies\, and meet other chess fans. Equipment provided. Welcome walk-ins. Thursdays\, 4:30-6:30 pm. \nBusiness Consultations/Consulta de Negocios:  A representative from the City of Minneapolis will meet with business ow ners and entrepreneurs to share resources and assist those who want to sta rt\, maintain or expand a business in the City of Minneapolis (e.g. financ ing\, city regulations and business technical assistance). Assistance is a vailable in English and Spanish. Asistencia disponible en inglés y españ ol. Collaborator: City of Minneapolis Small Business Team. No appointment necessary. 2nd Thursday of the month\, 2-4 pm. \nCoffee and Conversations : Join library staff and fellow patrons for relaxed conversation over cof fee and tea. Feel free to bring a craft to work on\, book to read\, or gam e to play. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.  2nd Tuesday of the month\, 10-11 am. \nBaile latino para niños / Latin Dance for Kid s:\nLos niños y sus padres o sus cuidadores se conectarán entre sí a tr avés de la participación en bailes latinos como la salsa\, la bachata y el merengue. Este programa de baile fomenta el movimiento y la autoe xpresión\, y crea recuerdos imborrables para las familias. El programa está dirigido a familias con niños de 2 a 6 años (los hermanitos so n bienvenidos). La clase se impartirá en español e inglés. Colaborado r: Nela Dance. Este programa es financiado por el Minnesota’s Arts and C ultural Heritage Fund. \nChildren and their caregivers bond by engaging in Latin dances–salsa\, bachata and merengue. This dance program enc ourages movement and self-expression\, and creates core memories for f amilies and is intended for families with children between the ages of  2-6 (siblings welcome). Taught in Spanish and English. Collaborator: Ne la Dance. Funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Saturday\, Sept. 22\, 10:30-11:15 am. \nLEGO® Lab: Calling all fut ure engineers and architects! The library has the bricks\, you bring your imagination. No experience necessary. Saturday\, Sept. 26\, 2-4 pm. \nConn ect and Play: For children of all ages and their caregivers. Connect with your child during this drop-in program exploring early literacy activities . No registration required. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Librar y. Saturday\, Sept. 19 and 26\, 9:30-11:30 am. \nRead With an Animal: K-gr ade 5. Cuddle up with a certified therapy dog and practice reading aloud. Sign up when you arrive for a 15-minute slot. First come\, first served. C ollaborator: PAWS to READ is a program of North Star Therapy Animals (NTSA ). All handlers are required to be trained in an additional children’s r eading program that focuses on utilizing registered therapy animals. Satur day\, Oct. 3\, 1-2:30 pm. \nMedicare Counseling: Get free help answering y our Medicare questions with Minnesota Aging Pathways. Registration is re quired and can be done at metroaging.org/get-help/medicare. Choose to mak e an in-person appointment\, select Northeast Library and a date/time. Or call Minnesota Aging Pathways at 800-333-2433. Registration closes four da ys before the date. Collaborators: Trellis\, Minnesota Aging Pathways. Mon day\, Oct. 5\, 9:00 am-1:15 pm. \nWriting as a Profession: Taming the Man uscript: Through exercises and exploration of successful writers’ revisi on strategies\, learn how to revisit your manuscript with confidence\, not fear. Receive valuable feedback on a portion of your revised draft from y our peers and the teaching artist. Part of a four-part series\, “Writing as a Profession.” Attendance at all four sessions not required. Collabo rator: The Loft Literary Center. Funded by Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Wednesday\, Oct. 7\, 5:30-7:30 pm. \nCall for Emerging Ar tists: The Northeast Library seeks new and emerging artists for temporary art exhibits. They have funding to support individual artist exhibitions ( $250/individual) or group shows ($500/organization) as well as non-stipend opportunities all year round. Contact Nhia Lo nlo@hclib.org and Britt Pau lson bpaulson@hclib.org. On-going opportunity. LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T000618Z LOCATION:2200 Central Ave. NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55418\, United States URL:https://www.mynortheaster.com/event/northeast-library-through-8-15/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:MyNortheaster.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mynortheaster.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Crayola Experience Screamin' Green Hauntoween DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260915T120047Z UID:3776@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Screamin' Green Hauntoween returns to the Crayola Experience t his Halloween season! Included with your general admission ticket are spec ial\, limited-time craft activities. Weekday/$22.50 online\, $30.50/any da y online general admission.\n\n Sept 19 - Oct 4 | Princesses & Pirates​ : Rule the kingdom or sail the seas!\n Oct 5 - Oct 19 | Superheroes​: U nleash your creativity and discover your colorful superpower!\n Oct 20 - Nov 1 | Monsters & Magic​: Friendly monsters\, colorful surprises\, and magical fun LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T120047Z LOCATION:Crayola Experience\, Mall of America Level 3\, 300 South Avenue\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/crayola-experience-screamin -green-hauntoween/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=min neapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Building and Cultivating Major Donors for Small- to Mid-Size Nonpr ofits Series DTSTART:20260915T143000Z DTEND:20261013T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T002521Z UID:10000342-1789464600-1791889200@minnesotanonprofits.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Virtual Workshop – Live/OnlineSeries Fee: $175 for MCN membe rs / $255 for nonmembers  \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Series\n\n\n\n\nTh is series is now at maximum capacity and has sold out. There is no wait li st for this event. This series will be offered again in early 2027\; check back on our Events Calendar soon to register. \n\n\n\n\nMany nonprofit le aders know they need to diversify funding\, but major donor fundraising ca n feel out of reach\, especially in small- to mid-size nonprofits without large development teams. The good news is that your next major donor is li kely already connected to your organization or within your existing networ k. The key is knowing where to look\, how to build the relationship\, and how to confidently invite deeper investment in your mission. \n\n\n\nIn th is 3-session virtual series\, we will help you build the confidence\, clar ity\, and practical systems needed to identify\, cultivate\, and engage ma jor donors in ways that feel genuine\, strategic\, and aligned with your m ission. \n\n\n\nAcross three live online sessions\, we will reframe fundra ising as relationship-building\, map the people already surrounding your m ission\, prioritize the right donor prospects\, and strengthen your abilit y to lead donor conversations with greater clarity and confidence. Through practical tools\, guided exercises\, and real-time application\, this ser ies is designed to help you move from uncertainty and overwhelm to a more focused\, strategic\, and repeatable approach to major donor fundraising. \n\n\n\nYou will leave with practical frameworks and tools you can use imm ediately to strengthen donor relationships\, build a more intentional dono r portfolio\, and create momentum toward long-term fundraising sustainabil ity. Past participants have shared that this course increased their confid ence\, strengthened their donor conversations\, and gave them practical to ols they could apply right away. \n\n\n\nBy the end of this 3-session ser ies\, you will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nReframe major donor fundraising as an opportunity to build meaningful donor partnerships rather than simply a sk for money. \n\n\n\nIdentify potential major donors\, connectors\, and advisors already within your organization’s existing network. \n\n\n\n Prioritize the right donor prospects based on alignment\, engagement\, rea diness\, and funding goals. \n\n\n\nDevelop tailored engagement strategie s that deepen trust and move donor relationships forward. \n\n\n\nLead do nor conversations with greater clarity\, confidence\, and purpose. \n\n\n \nUse practical tools and frameworks to build a more structured\, strategi c\, and repeatable major donor process that supports more diversified fund ing.\n\n\n\n\nWatch a video about the Major Donor Coaching Cohort Experien ce here. \n\n\n\nSession Details\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Mindset and Cultivate Mapping – September 15 @ 9:30am – 11:00am CT \nIn this ses sion\, we begin by exploring the psychology of generosity and dismantling the “begging” narrative that often creates fear or hesitation around f undraising. Together\, we will shift the mindset from asking for money to inviting partnership in meaningful work. \n\n\n\nWe will then map 30–50 relationship pathways within your existing network to help you identify th e hidden donor potential already surrounding your mission\, including supp orters\, connectors\, and advisors. \n\n\n\nBy the end of Session 1\, you will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nReframe fundraising as an invitation to partn ership rather than a transactional ask.\n\n\n\nDescribe how generosity\, s hared purpose\, and donor motivation can shape stronger fundraising conver sations.\n\n\n\nIdentify supporters\, connectors\, and advisors already wi thin your organization’s network.\n\n\n\nCreate a Cultivate Map of 30– 50 relationship pathways connected to your mission.\n\n\n\nRecognize where major donor potential may already exist within your current community and relationships. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession 2: Building the Right Portfolio – September 29 @ 9:30am – 11:00am CT \nIn this session\, we will help you move from a broad or cluttered database to a prioritized portfolio of qualified donor prospects. Using the Engagement Scorecard and related too ls\, we will evaluate prospects based on engagement\, alignment\, influenc e\, readiness\, and relationship strength. \n\n\n\nYou will begin building a focused Power 10 Portfolio and develop customized engagement designs th at help move priority donors from contact to committed partner. \n\n\n\nBy the end of Session 2\, you will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nEvaluate donor pr ospects using practical criteria such as alignment\, engagement\, influenc e\, and readiness. \n\n\n\nDistinguish between a broad contact list and a focused donor portfolio built for meaningful cultivation. \n\n\n\nPriori tize a Power 10 Portfolio based on real funding goals and relationship pot ential. \n\n\n\nDevelop customized engagement designs for your top prospe cts. \n\n\n\nBuild a more strategic and repeatable process for major dono r cultivation over time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession 3: Designing Confident C onversations – October 13 @ 9:30am – 11:00am CT \nIn this session\, w e will build the messaging and structure you need to lead donor conversati ons with greater clarity and confidence. Building on the work from the fir st two sessions\, we will help you define impact\, communicate need\, and make the ask in a way that feels grounded\, relational\, and clear. \n\n\n \nWe will also strengthen your approach to stewardship so donors become mo re than a source of funding. They become meaningful partners in your missi on. \n\n\n\nBy the end of Session 3\, you will be able to:   \n\n\n\n\nU se a clear framework to structure major donor conversations with greater c onfidence.\n\n\n\nCommunicate shared values\, need\, impact\, and invitati on in a compelling and mission-centered way.\n\n\n\nPrepare for donor asks with messaging that feels clear\, relational\, and strategic.\n\n\n\nAppr oach the ask as a natural part of relationship-building rather than a disc onnected fundraising task.\n\n\n\nStrengthen stewardship and next-step pla nning to support long-term donor partnership.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOptional Impl ementation Labs: From Strategy to Action – September 22\, October 6\, & October 20 @ 9:30am – 10:30am CT\nThese optional one-hour working sess ions are designed to help you move from theory to execution without the o verwhelm. Through peer discussion\, hands-on application\, and focused gro up coaching\, we will bridge the gap between “knowing” and “doing. ”  \n\n\n\nRather than introducing new content\, these sessions give y ou space to apply the course tools directly to your own donor portfolio\, messaging\, outreach strategies\, and upcoming conversations. Together\, w e will troubleshoot challenges\, refine next steps\, and build momentum so you can walk into your next donor meeting with greater clarity\, confiden ce\, and a practical 90-day action plan. \n\n\n\nBy participating in the optional implementation labs\, you will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nApply cou rse tools and frameworks directly to your own donor relationships and fund raising priorities. \n\n\n\nRefine engagement strategies\, donor messagin g\, and next steps through peer discussion and group coaching. \n\n\n\nSt rengthen your readiness for upcoming donor meetings and conversations. \n \n\n\nBuild a practical 90-day activation plan for cultivation\, asks\, fo llow-up\, and stewardship. \n\n\n\nIncrease your confidence in moving fro m planning to real-world donor action.\n\n\n\n\nThese three Implementation Labs sessions are included with the “Building and Cultivating Major Don ors for Small- to Mid-Size Nonprofits Series” registration. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhat You Will Walk Away With\n\n\n\nBy the end of the series\, you will leave with more than notes. You will leave with a practical fundrais ing engine built for immediate execution and long-term sustainability\, in cluding:  \n\n\n\n\nThe Cultivate Map: a strategic visualization of 30 –50 relationship pathways and connectors within your existing network \ n\n\n\nThe Power 10 Portfolio: a prioritized list of qualified donors con nected to real funding goals and revenue needs \n\n\n\nCustom Engagement Designs: tailored plans for moving top prospects from contact to committe d investor \n\n\n\nThe Ask Framework: a structured\, confidence-building guide for donor conversations \n\n\n\nA 90-Day Activation Plan: a sequ enced rhythm for outreach\, follow-up\, and stewardship that helps mainta in momentum long after the first gift is made \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Event Details  \n\n\n\nThis event is a series with three dat es and three optional Implementation Labs. The series registration price i ncludes all six sessions. \n\n\n\nSeries Sessions: \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 15 from 9:30am – 11:00am CT \n\n\n\nSeptember 29 from 9:30am – 11:00am CT\n\n\n\nOctober 13 from 9:30am – 11:00am CT\n\n\n\n\nOptional Implemen tation Labs: \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 22 from 9:30am – 10:30am CT \n\n\n\n October 6 from 9:30am – 10:30am CT \n\n\n\nOctober 20 from 9:30am – 10:30am CT\n\n\n\n\nThis virtual event will take place on the Zoom platfo rm. Your access link will be emailed to you the day before the event after 12 p.m. \n\n\n\nThis sessions will be recorded available to registrants a fter the live event. \n\n\n\nCaptioning is provided automatically through Zoom. For information on requesting CART\, ASL\, or another accommodation\ , please visit our Registration Policies page. \n\n\n\nTo learn more abou t events\, registration\, and payment\, visit our Event & Registration FAQ page.  \n\n\n\nWe offer partial scholarships for all of our educational workshops. Visit our Scholarships page for more information. \n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEllen Christine is a nonprofit strategist and fundraising strategist who helps small to m id-size nonprofits diversify funding\, build meaningful donor partnerships \, and create stronger\, more sustainable fundraising systems. With more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and fundraising\, sh e has helped organizations raise over $1 billion to expand mission impact.   \n\n\n\n\nHer work began on the ground in South Africa\, where she foun ded a grassroots nonprofit that served 15\,000 students and mobilized hu ndreds of volunteers. That experience shaped her practical\, relationship -centered approach to fundraising\, leadership\, and organizational growth . None of it started with theory. It started in the trenches.  \n\n\n\n Today\, Ellen is known for making major donor fundraising feel more human\ , strategic\, and accessible to leaders who may not have large developmen t teams or formal fundraising training. She believes that for nonprofits to truly thrive\, their leaders must thrive too\, and she brings both str ategy and heart to helping leaders build joy-filled\, sustainable approach es to fundraising and growth. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T002521Z URL:https://minnesotanonprofits.org/event/building-and-cultivating-major-d onors-for-small-to-mid-size-nonprofits-series-2026?utm_source=caldiscovery &utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Council of Nonprofits X-SOURCE-URL:https://minnesotanonprofits.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Veg Week 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260917T003110Z UID:990000213-1789776000-1790553599@caa.mn CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Veg Week is a chance to explore a plant-based life. Get a disc ount at local veg-friendly businesses! \nGet started with a pledge to go e ither vegetarian or vegan for one week. \nTake the Veg Pledge here! \nTher e’s an event for everyone\, and you may want to join us throughout the w eek! \nHere’s what you get when you sign up: \n\nA discount of 10% or mo re at participating veg-friendly businesses\n\nWhen you sign up\, we’ll email you a Veg Week Rewards Card. You can use this card to receive a disc ount at a visit to awesome local plant-based businesses (limit one use per business). \nDaily Support for Your Pledge\nTo make it fun and easy for y ou to stick to your pledge\, we’ll be sending you an email every day wit h motivating tips on vegan nutrition\, meal planning\, dining out\, and a daily challenge. Plus\, you’ll get to hear inspiring stories about the a nimals you’re helping with your pledge. \nTwin Cities Veg Week Events \n \nSunday\, September 20\, 10am-4pm — Twin Cities Veg Fest (Harriet Islan d Park\, St. Paul) — no RSVP needed\, open to all\nWednesday\, September 23\, 6:30pm-8pm — Writing for Animals (online via Zoom) — learn to wr ite\, pitch\, and publish op-eds for animals\, taught by Julie Knopp. Join here.\nFriday\, September 25\, 6:30pm-8pm — Dine-Out and Action Party a t Dreamstate Cafe — RSVP on Ticketbud\nSaturday\, September 26\, 9am-1:3 0pm — Farmaste Work Day — RSVP on Ticketbud\nSunday\, September 27\, 1 0am-12pm — Veg Week Brunch at J. Selby’s (St. Paul) — RSVP on Ticket Bud.\nSunday\, September 27\, 1pm-4pm — Workday at Chicken Run Rescue (R oseville)— RSVP on TicketBud.\n\nFeel free to reach out to us @ info@exp loreveg.org if you have any questions\, or would like to connect. We’re always happy to offer support or information! LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T003110Z URL:https://caa.mn/event/twin-cities-veg-week-2026/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Compassionate Action for Animals X-SOURCE-URL:https://caa.mn/volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering DTSTART:20260921T143000Z DTEND:20260921T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T062357Z UID:10013339-1789983000-1789990200@www.minneapolisparks.org CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this be loved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30a m through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or ca ncel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T062357Z LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\ , 55409\, United States URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteer ing/2026-09-21/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minnea polis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/recreatio n_centers_program_facilities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chapel Open for Prayer DTSTART:20260921T173000Z DTEND:20260921T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T213723Z UID:96843-1789993800-1789997400@mary.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Saint Joseph Chapel will be open for individual prayer wee kdays following Noon Mass from 12:30-1:30pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213723Z URL:https://mary.org/event/chapel-open-for-prayer/2026-09-21/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:The Basilica of Saint Mary X-SOURCE-URL:https://mary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Uptown VFW Game Night DTSTART:20260921T200000Z DTEND:20260922T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181934Z UID:10001011-1790002800-1790020800@2dcon.gg CATEGORIES:community,gaming DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free monthly tabletop gaming event at the Uptown VFW hosted by our Military Veteran 2D Con Staff members\, Coral and John! \n– Food available on site by “El Jefe Cocina”\n– Happy Hour from 3-6pm\n– Bring your own games or choose from a curated selection of our library. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181934Z LOCATION:James Ballentine Uptown VFW\, 2916 Lyndale Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55408\, United States URL:https://2dcon.gg/event/uptown-vfw-game-night-2/2026-09-21/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:2D Con X-SOURCE-URL:https://2dcon.gg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sr. Raffaella Petrini DTSTART:20260921T220000Z DTEND:20260922T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T000301Z UID:97726-1790010000-1790017200@mary.org CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:The Basilica of Saint Mary is honored to welcome Sr. Raffaella Petrini\, F.S.E.\, President of the Governorate of Vatican City State. \n Franciscan Principles for a Human-Centered Economy \n \n  \nSr. Raffaella is one of the most influential leaders in Vatican administration and gove rnance. Appointed by Pope Francis and entrusted with significant responsib ilities for the administration of Vatican City State\, she has played a ke y role in advancing the Vatican’s mission in service\, stewardship\, and cultural preservation. Her visit offers a unique opportunity for members of the Basilica and the wider community to meet Sr. Raffaella and listen t o her inspiring message. \nThe Basilica is grateful to the Link Family Lec ture Series for making this distinguished visit possible and looks forward to welcoming Sr. Raffaella to our community. \n5:00pm Reception \n5:45pm Presentation \nPlease register for planning purposes. Free of charge. \nRe gistration(opens in new tab) \nCo-sponsored by Office for Mission | Univer sity of St. Thomas LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T000301Z URL:https://mary.org/event/sr-raffaella-petrini/?utm_source=caldiscovery&u tm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:The Basilica of Saint Mary X-SOURCE-URL:https://mary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Drink and Dine For A Cause - Warrior Dog Rescue DTSTART:20260921T220000Z DTEND:20260922T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T181620Z UID:10001704-1790010000-1790020800@woodenhillbrewing.com CATEGORIES:community,drink DESCRIPTION:Drink And Dine For A Cause – Warrior Dog Rescue\nOn Monday\, September 21st from 5:00–8:00 PM\, gather with friends\, family\, and f ellow supporters for an evening of local brews\, community\, and giving ba ck. \nWe’re proud to partner with Warrior Dog Rescue and 10% of taproom sales during the event will be donated to help fund their dedication to r escuing\, rehabilitating\, and finding adoptive homes for dogs that have b een abandoned\, abused\, or neglected. \n📅 Monday\, September 21st\n⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📍 Wooden Hill Brewing Company LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T181620Z LOCATION:Wooden Hill Brewing Taproom\, 7421 Bush Lake Rd\, Edina\, MN\, 55 439\, United States URL:https://woodenhillbrewing.com/event/drink-and-dine-for-a-cause-warrior -dog-rescue/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapol is-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Wooden Hill Brewing Company X-SOURCE-URL:https://woodenhillbrewing.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Life After Deportation: A Fundraiser for KVAO DTSTART:20260921T220000Z DTEND:20260922T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T061239Z UID:10003125-1790010000-1790017200@www.croonersmn.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Doors Open at 4:30 PM. Dinner and Drinks will be Available for Purchase.\n\n\nWe envision a Cambodia where every returnee is welcomed\, supported\, and empowered to become a self-reliant\, constructive member o f society.\nJoin us for an evening benefiting the Khmer Vulnerability Aid Organization. Featuring performances by Lori Dokken\, Doug Anderson\, Nara te Keys\, Laichia Vang and Saymoukda Vongsay. \nThe Trump administration ’s dismantling of USAID in 2025 cut off a major lifeline for deported Ca mbodian Americans seeking to rebuild their lives. The Khmer Vulnerability Aid Organization (KVAO) in Phnom Penh\, Cambodia has been working with tho se deported and their families for over two decades. KVAO assists clients with temporary housing\, legal documentation\, and job placement. With the shuttering of USAID\, KVAO immediately lost 80 percent of its budget. Thi s fundraiser will support KVAO to continue its services as deportations to Cambodia have increased 10-fold since 2025. \nThe Khmer Vulnerability Aid Organization is a non-governmental humanitarian agency that facilitates t he reintegration of former refugees admitted to the United States who are now being deported to Cambodia because of past convictions. We provide arr ival orientation\, cultural coaching\, informal counseling\, documentation assistance\, job search assistance\, temporary housing\, legal monitoring \, field outreach\, basic medical referrals\, and conflict-resolution/medi ation services to help clients become self-reliant\, constructive members of society. \nwww.kvao.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T061239Z LOCATION:Main Stage Showroom\, 6161 Hwy 65 NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55432\, United States URL:https://www.croonersmn.com/event/life-after-deportation-a-fundraiser-f or-kvao/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-m n X-SOURCE-NAME:Crooners Supper Club - croonersmn.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.croonersmn.com/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pastor Russell B. Johnson at WhiteStone Church DTSTART:20260921T223000Z DTEND:20260922T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180235Z UID:10001528-1790011800-1790028000@www.myktis.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our one-year celebration\, featuring guest sp eaker Pastor Russell Johnson on Sept 21st at 6:30 P.M. \nCome join us for this ONE-NIGHT-ONLY special service with our guest\, Pastor Russell B. Joh nson. We are celebrating our one-year anniversary as a church and want to make the night extra special! \nBring your family\, friends\, and neighbor s to hear a powerful word from Pastor Russell B. Johnson\, who is the past or of Pursuit Church in Seattle\, Washington. Pastor Russell is known for his passionate and firey preaching style. He often ends his messages with a call for salvation and prayer for those who need healing in their body. He has many testimonies of people impacted and healed of physical and emot ional hurts. His messages challenge mediocrity in the church and encourage s the listeners to share God’s love with others. Attendees leave encoura ged and empowered in their faith! \nHere is some information about this ev ent: \nOpen to All Ages\nDoors Open at 5:30 p.m.\n“Perfect Day” Coffee Shop and Book Store Open from 5:30-6:15 p.m.\nLive Praise and Worship Fea turing Special Guest Musicians from Revival Today Church Pittsburgh PA. Wi lliam Matthews. Also worship leader Olivia Matthews\nInspiring\, Holy Spir it Directed\, Message From Pastor Russell Johnson.\nFreewill Offering Reci eved\nChildren Welcome\, However\, No Childcare Provided for this Service. \nRegistration Encouraged Due to Limited Seating Capacity\nOverflow Rooms Available If Main Sanctuary Filled\nTicket Numbers Don’t Correlate with Seating Location \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calenda r\n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! Click one of the buttons belo w to add the event to your device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180235Z LOCATION:WhiteStone Church\, 11800 196th Ae NW\, Elk River\, M\, 55330\, U nited States URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/pastor-russell-b-johnson-at-whitestone-ch urch/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:98.5 KTIS X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/serving-the-homeless-outreach-mi nneapolis-mn-2/2026-03-31 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Fire Department Open House (FREE) DTSTART:20260921T223000Z DTEND:20260922T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T120047Z UID:2951@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,free DESCRIPTION:Stop by the annual Victoria Fire Department Open House on for interactive family fun. Meet local heroes\, learn how you can prepare for fire emergencies at home and participate in FREE hands-on activities for t he whole family including:\n\n Ride in a fire truck\n Spray a fire hose\ n Try to navigate through a smokey house\n Fire extinguisher training\n Free face painting\n Bounce house\n Explore community safety vehicles\n Cub Scouts archery range\n\n🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒 🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T120047Z LOCATION:Victoria Fire Department\, 1500 80th Street\, Victoria\, MN\, 553 86\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/victoria-fire-department-op en-house/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis- mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sarah Does Puzzles Jigsaw Puzzle Contest DTSTART:20260921T230000Z DTEND:20260922T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260814T060111Z UID:10001691-1790013600-1790024400@woodenhillbrewing.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Speed Puzzlers Unite!\nJoin us for a jigsaw puzzle contest in the WH taproom! \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE\nBuild a team of up to 4 people an d see how quickly you can complete a *500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awa rded to the first\, second\, and third place teams. There will also be doo r prizes. All teams get to keep their competition puzzle.\n\nSome puzzling events might be special events\, visit sarahdoespuzzles.com for more info ! \nHOW DOES IT WORK: \nEach team will receive the same puzzle concealed i n a bag. No one will see the puzzle before the timer starts. After a count down\, teams will open their boxes and start puzzling. A competition judge will monitor teams and record finishing times. Once you have completed yo ur puzzle\, you may leave\, or stay and work on another puzzle and enjoy a drink or two! \n\n\nRULES: \n\nYou may eat and drink while competing\nYou may use box top holders and sorting trays\nYou are allowed to bring extra lighting as long as it does not need to be plugged in to an outlet and do es not interfere with the lighting for other competitors. These are great lights to use: https://amzn.to/3IAWd7S\nYou are not allowed to distract or interfere with other teams\n\n\nDETAILS:\nCheck the Sarah Does Puzzles Ev ent Page for available dates\n6-7pm: Optional casual puzzling happy hour. Grab a drink and warm up for the main event! Practice puzzles will be prov ided.\n7-9pm: Speed puzzling contest starts – It’s your time to shine! \nThere are no refunds\, but if you are not able to make the event\, we ca n arrange pick-up for your contest puzzle.\n\nFurther Questions? Contact S arah\nsarah@sarahdoespuzzles.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T060111Z LOCATION:Wooden Hill Brewing Taproom\, 7421 Bush Lake Rd\, Edina\, MN\, 55 439\, United States URL:https://woodenhillbrewing.com/event/puzzles/2026-09-21/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Wooden Hill Brewing Company X-SOURCE-URL:https://woodenhillbrewing.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Healing Well Support Groups DTSTART:20260921T233000Z DTEND:20260922T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T183128Z UID:10008257-1790015400-1790020800@whchurch.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling disconnected\, alone\, isolated\, or otherwise just looking for general healing and growth? Healing Well is a community of weekly support groups where you can experience God’s grace and truth. \nMost groups meet in-person at Woodland Hills\, Mondays at 6:30pm. Learn more at whchurch.org/support-groups. LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T183128Z URL:https://whchurch.org/event/healing-well-support-groups/2026-09-21/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Woodland Hills Church X-SOURCE-URL:https://whchurch.org/get-involved/arts/makerspace-tour END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR