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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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=
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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!
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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
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SUMMARY:Northeast Library (through 10/7)
DTSTART:20260908T130000Z
DTEND:20261007T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T000618Z
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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.
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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
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SUMMARY:Reuse MN online auction
DTSTART:20260909T130000Z
DTEND:20260919T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T180722Z
UID:29054-1788940800-1789837200@www.mynortheaster.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:In the spirit of not making new “stuff\,” most of the offe
rings are experiences\, pre-loved or upcycled décor and accessories. Loca
l artists Layl McDill and Becca David have experiences up for bid. Habitat
for Humanity ReStore contributed a new-in-box overstock recliner. Link to
bid through 2 pm Saturday\, Sept. 19 is www.givebutter.com/c/2026ReuseMin
nesotaFundraiser/auction. Reuse Minnesota builds partnerships and supports
a network of reuse practitioners through education\, advocacy\, and promo
tion.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T180722Z
LOCATION:MN\, United States
URL:https://www.mynortheaster.com/event/reuse-mn-online-auction/?utm_sourc
e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn
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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
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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.
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onors-for-small-to-mid-size-nonprofits-series-2026?utm_source=caldiscovery
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SUMMARY:Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTSTAMP:20260917T002636Z
UID:10004469-1789603200-1789948799@www.bloomingtonmn.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:The Arboretum’s Auxiliary is proud to present the sixth-annu
al Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch! Over the course of four days\, 6\,200+ s
tunning handmade glass pumpkins along with unique fall glass decor\, whims
ical garden and fun Halloween glass art will be displayed and sold in a ne
w spacious location — the Farm at the Arb. Your purchase supports the Ar
boretum and each of the 11 award-winning glass artists from across the U
.S. Cash\, check and credit card are accepted for purchases. \nGlass Pumpk
in Patch Hours\nSeptember 17: 4:30 – 7:30p.m.\nSeptember 18-19: 9:30a.m.
– 4p.m.\nSeptember 20: 10a.m. – 3p.m.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002636Z
LOCATION:University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 1447 White Oak Dr\,
Chaska\, MN 55318\, USA\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318\, United States
URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/arboretum-glass-pump
kin-patch/?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:42nd Annual Dožínky Festival & Car Cruise
DTSTART:20260917T050000Z
DTEND:20260920T045959Z
DTSTAMP:20260914T182124Z
UID:10011170-1789603200-1789862399@www.minnesotaparent.com
CATEGORIES:community,festival
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Dožínky Festival Weekend is on September 17th-19th\, 20
26!\nMark your calendars and join us in New Prague for a fun-filled weeken
d packed with tradition\, excitement\, and community spirit! \n📅 Thursd
ay\, September 17th\n👉 5:30 PM – Kick things off with the Dzoinky Zer
oK! https://runsignup.com/Race/MN/NewPrague/Dozinkyrace\n👉 6:00 PM –
Doors open for Dožínky Bingo\n🎱 7:00 PM – Bingo begins – great pr
izes and fun for all! \n📅 Friday\, September 18th\n🚗 6:30 PM – Do
žínky Car Cruise – Car cruise down Main Street\nTo Register Click Here
: https://newpraguerotaryclub.regfox.com/2026-np-rotary-donky-car-cruise\n
🎶 8:30 PM – Live Dožínky Concert – Bring your dancing shoes!\nThe
Pork Tornadoes take the stage at 8:30! \n📅 Saturday\, September 19th\n
👟 9:00 AM – Kids Little Harvest Hustle – Get the little ones moving
! https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/new-prague-chamber-of-commerce/lit
tle-harvest-hustle-915918637\n🎉 12:00 PM – Dožínky Parade – A com
munity favorite you won’t want to miss!\n🛍️ 10 AM – 5 PM — Food
\, Merchandise\, and Local entertainment line Main Street! \n✨ Bring you
r family\, invite your friends\, and come celebrate Czech heritage with us
in downtown New Prague! \nWant to get involved? Regisiter today at www.ne
wprague.com \n#DozinkyFestival #NewPragueEvents #CzechHeritage #FamilyFun
#Dozinky2026
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T182124Z
LOCATION:Main Street\, New Prague\, Main Street\, New Prague
URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/event/42nd-annual-dozinky-festival-car
-cruise/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-m
n
X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Parent
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/things-to-do-calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Lake Harriet Buckthorn Slaying
DTSTART:20260917T140000Z
DTEND:20260917T160000Z
DTSTAMP:20260912T062229Z
UID:10013929-1789635600-1789642800@www.minneapolisparks.org
CATEGORIES:community,outdoors
DESCRIPTION:Help clear buckthorn around Lake Harriet! \nDates: Tuesdays an
d Thursdays 9-11am\, May-September \nLocation: West side of Lake Harriet\,
between West 42nd and West 44th \nSupplies: Bring your own water bottle\,
safety glasses\, work gloves\, and wear a long sleeve shirt and long pant
s. We will supply training and tools. If you prefer to bring your own tool
s (loppers\, hand saws\, and pruners are permitted) please mark them with
your name. \nHost: Lake Harriet Environmental Committee \nEmail Jim Nichol
as to get involved jnicholas5329@gmail.com
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T062229Z
LOCATION:4291 Queen Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN 55410\, 4291 Queen Ave S\, Mi
nneapolis\, MN\, 55410
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/lake-harriet-buckthorn
-slaying/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=m
inneapolis-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:Monticello On Site Hiring Event
DTSTART:20260917T150000Z
DTEND:20260917T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260814T182431Z
UID:http://uid.trumba.com/event/206369294
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Filter by Location: Greater MinnesotaEvent Audience: For Job S
eekers\,For VeteransAccommodation Request: 763-271-3700CareerForce Sponsor
ed Event: CareerForce sponsored eventCome in and speak face-to-face with r
epresentatives from the employers listed below about their current employm
ent opportunities. Posting will be updated with participating employers
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T182431Z
LOCATION:CareerForce
406 East 7th Street
Monticello\, MN 55362
X-SOURCE-NAME:Job Fairs
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/central-time/careerfor
ce
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Food Shelf Distribution
DTSTART:20260917T150000Z
DTEND:20260917T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T063310Z
UID:10005397-1789639200-1789644600@whchurch.org
CATEGORIES:community,food
DESCRIPTION:The Corner Shelf\, Woodland’s food shelf\, provides weekly d
istribution of fresh fruits\, vegetables\, meat and kitchen staples to the
Greater Twin Cities area. Everyone is welcome. All you need to provide is
your name\, address and date of birth upon arrival. \nLearn more at whchu
rch.org/the-corner-shelf.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T063310Z
URL:https://whchurch.org/event/food-shelf-distribution/2026-09-17/?utm_sou
rce=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
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Rainbow Elder Coffee Connect
DTSTART:20260917T160000Z
DTEND:20260917T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260729T180841Z
UID:135402-1789642800-1789650000@tcpride.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Donate Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
\n \n \n \n The You Belong Campaign was born as a respo
nse to the increasing harmful anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and the passing of t
he Minnesota Trans Refuge Bill. Through this campaign we use the funds rai
sed to collect critical data needed to secure further funding for the LGBT
QIA+ organizations working to assist those coming to Minnesota from unsafe
states and countries. We also provide resources and events that aim to co
nnect newcomers with community. \n \n \n \n \n \n
\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
\n \n Twin Cities Pride is a proud member of the MN Trans & Int
ersex Resource Network. This group is a collaboration between local LGBTQI
A+ organizations and individuals with the goal of assisting Trans and Inte
rsex individuals and families coming to Minnesota.If you have recently mov
ed to Minnesota or are considering moving here\, please take 2 minutes to
fill out our confidential survey. You can also sign-up here to be on our e
mail list! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
The “You Belong” artwork is a partnership between Twin Cities Pride a
nd Trans Painter\, Rae Senarighi. Rae is a champion of storytelling throug
h art\, as a fine artist\, designer and muralist\, an activist\, cancer su
rvivor and pursuing accurate and celebratory representation of the trans c
ommunity. Rae currently resides in Madison\, WI\, but he makes a lasting i
mpact throughout the world. His art can be seen internationally and is fea
tured in a wide range of outlets from Art Voices magazine to DNA India. h
ttps://transpainter.com/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180841Z
LOCATION:Pride Cultural Arts Center\, 1201 Harmon Pl\, Minneapolis\, 55403
\, United States
URL:https://tcpride.org/event/rainbow-elder-coffee-connect-2/?utm_source=c
aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn
X-SOURCE-NAME:Twin Cities Pride
X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcpride.org/event/spring-fling-drag-bingo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Chapel Open for Prayer
DTSTART:20260917T173000Z
DTEND:20260917T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260729T213723Z
UID:96841-1789648200-1789651800@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/2026-09-17/?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:The Dos and Don’ts for Nonprofits with Elections
DTSTART:20260917T180000Z
DTEND:20260917T193000Z
DTSTAMP:20260729T181916Z
UID:10000321-1789650000-1789655400@minnesotanonprofits.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Workshop – Live/OnlineFee: Free \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
Now\n\n\n\n\n\nDid you know nonprofits can do voter engagement work in th
e community? Not only can we legally\, we think nonprofits should – and
MCN is here to help as the November 3rd midterm elections approaches. Join
us as we learn together about what nonprofits legally can and cannot do t
o support election engagement but also understand strategies that support
nonprofit staff doing engagement that makes sense for their organization
’s mission and constituencies. We also will have time for Q+A to ensure
the opportunity to ask clarifying questions. You will walk away feeling co
nfident and energized to engage your constituencies in a nonpartisan way a
nd receive concrete resources for your nonprofit to use. \n\n\n\nRegister
for one of the two identical offerings today! \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 16
| 10:00-11:30 am CT\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 17 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm CT\
n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Event Details \n\n\n\nThis
session will be recorded. \n\n\n\nCaptioning is provided automatically t
hrough Zoom. For information on requesting CART\, ASL\, or another accommo
dation\, please visit our Registration Policies page. \n\n\n\nTo learn mo
re about events\, registration\, and payment\, visit our Event & Registra
tion FAQ page. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information \n\n\n
\n\n\n\n\n\nHalla Henderson | Public Policy and Research Director | Minnes
ota Council of Nonprofits \n\n\n\n\nHalla serves as the Director of Public
Policy and Research\, where she advances the mission and vision of MCN th
rough the development of state\, local\, and federal level policies. She b
rings a background in civic engagement\, youth advocacy\, and governance\,
with experience spanning public policy advocacy to youth engagement and d
evelopment\, and elected office on the local level. Halla is deeply invest
ed in equity and systems change work and is excited to apply what she’s
learned to strengthen nonprofits\, expand their infrastructure and ensure
they have the tools to thrive in service to their communities. \n\n\n\n\n\
n\n\n\nBailey Sutter | Public Policy Manager | Minnesota Council of Nonpro
fits \n\n\n\n\nBailey serves as MCN’s Public Policy Manager\, focusing o
n policy\, federal advocacy\, and communications to support MCN’s partne
rs across Minnesota. She is passionate about creating relationships and sy
stems that focus on civil rights\, systems-level change\, inclusion\, and
belonging. In her past professional life\, Bailey worked at the intersecti
on of youth advocacy\, education equity\, program development\, anti-racis
t policy\, and accessible communications while at various nonprofits and l
evels of government. Bailey has a bachelors in Community Development (she
highly recommends creating your own major) from University of Wisconsin Ea
u Claire\, a Masters in Human Rights Policy from the Humphrey School of Pu
blic Affairs and is an AmeriCorps alum.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181916Z
URL:https://minnesotanonprofits.org/event/the-dos-and-donts-for-nonprofits
-with-elections-3?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minn
eapolis-mn
X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
X-SOURCE-URL:https://minnesotanonprofits.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Magnet Senior Center
DTSTART:20260917T180000Z
DTEND:20260917T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260803T122835Z
UID:hclib:2026-09-17:magnet-senior-center@bestofmpls.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join us for conversation\, read the newspaper\, or do a crossw
ord puzzle! This is a drop-in program\, so come to stay or just say "Hi!"
Each week will feature an activity from 1:30-3 p.m.* All individuals age 5
5+ are welcom\n\nhttps://hclib.bibliocommons.com/events/show/6a640c5f88e9b
f2800332e9e
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T122835Z
LOCATION:Hennepin County Library\, Minneapolis Central\, Minneapolis Centr
al\, Minneapolis
URL:https://hclib.bibliocommons.com/events/show/6a640c5f88e9bf2800332e9e?u
tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn
X-SOURCE-NAME:Best of MPLS — Twin Cities Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://bestofmpls.com/now-showing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Community Partner of the Day - Merrick Community Services
DTSTART:20260917T200000Z
DTEND:20260917T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260814T182431Z
UID:http://uid.trumba.com/event/206570761
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Event Audience: For Job Seekers\,For VeteransClass Location: T
win Cities MetroHosted by: Ramsey County Workforce SolutionsAccommodation
Request: 651-266-6042CareerForce Sponsored Event: CareerForce sponsored ev
entFilter by Location: Twin Cities MetroJoin us every Thursday at the Rose
ville Library for a tabling event featuring a local organization connectin
g directly with attendees. This week’s community partner is Merrick Comm
unity Services. Stop by to learn about available services and resources\,
ask questions\, and build meaningful connections in an informal\, welcomin
g setting.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T182431Z
LOCATION:Roseville Library
2180 North Hamline Ave
Roseville\, MN 551
13
X-SOURCE-NAME:Job Fairs
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/central-time/careerfor
ce
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Brooklyn Center Rec On the Go (FREE)
DTSTART:20260917T200000Z
DTEND:20260917T221500Z
DTSTAMP:20260916T120116Z
UID:2460@familyfuntwincities.com
CATEGORIES:community,family,free
DESCRIPTION:Brooklyn Center's Rec On The Go van brings recreation activiti
es and equipment to local parks for kids and teens to play games and sport
s and create arts and crafts! Plus free meals are served for kids 18 and
under. Drop in\, no registration required. Fall program runs September 8-N
ovember 19\, 2026. No meeting October 15. Cost is free.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T120116Z
LOCATION:Brooklyn Center Parks (see link)\, Brooklyn Center\, Brooklyn Cen
ter\, MN\, 55430\, United States
URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/brooklyn-center-rec-on-the-
go-thursday/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapol
is-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:Yappy Hour at Smack Shack
DTSTART:20260917T210000Z
DTEND:20260917T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T185242Z
UID:10020244-1789660800-1789668000@northloop.org
CATEGORIES:community,drink
DESCRIPTION:Grab your well-behaved\, leashed pups and join us on the patio
at our Bloomington location from 4–6 PM on Thursday\, September 17th. W
e’ll have $5 Luck Ones Lemonades and plenty of four-legged friends in ne
ed of forever homes. You can enjoy drink specials with proceeds supporting
The Bond Between\, live caricatures of you and your pup
\, custom dog t
ag engraving\,
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T185242Z
LOCATION:Smack Shack\, 603 Washington Ave N\, Minneapolis\, 55401\, United
States
URL:https://northloop.org/event/yappy-hour-at-smack-shack/?utm_source=cald
iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn
X-SOURCE-NAME:North Loop Neighborhood Association
X-SOURCE-URL:https://northloop.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Knitting in Nature
DTSTART:20260917T210000Z
DTEND:20260917T223000Z
DTSTAMP:20260913T062152Z
UID:10014566-1789660800-1789666200@www.minneapolisparks.org
CATEGORIES:arts,community
DESCRIPTION:First and third Thursday of September and October from 4 – 5
:30 pm. \nBring your projects and join fellow crafters in the garden for k
nitting\, crocheting\, and crafting in community as Autumn settles in the
Garden. \nAll experience levels are welcome! \nSome chairs provided. No re
gistration necessary\, meet at the Visitor Shelter.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T062152Z
LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneap
olis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/knitting-in-nature/202
6-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-m
n
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:Free Thursday Nights at the Minnesota History Center
DTSTART:20260917T210000Z
DTEND:20260918T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260914T182124Z
UID:10005445-1789660800-1789675200@www.minnesotaparent.com
CATEGORIES:arts,community,free
DESCRIPTION:Explore Minnesota history with your family and friends during
Free Thursday Nights at the Minnesota History Center! From 4 to 8 pm on Th
ursday nights in May\, all visitors receive free admission to the History
Center and its exhibits\, including The Life & Art of Charles M. Schulz\,
which follows the artistic talent behind the Peanuts from his St. Paul roo
ts to international and enduring popularity.\n \nThings to Do\nThe Minnes
ota History Center explores our state through insightful exhibits and inte
ractive experiences appropriate for visitors of all ages (learn more about
the exhibits here):\nReframing Our Stories\, a photography exhibit that h
ighlights resilience and strength of Minnesota’s Native communities thro
ugh stories reframed by their own words\, experiences\, and perspectives.P
opular long-term exhibits including Our Home: Native Minnesota\; Minnesota
’s Greatest Generation\; Weather Permitting\; and Then Now Wow!Grainland
\, an interactive play structure for kids that lets them climb and slide t
hrough a model grain elevator as they learn about the journey of crops fro
m farm field to town.\nDirections & Parking\nThe Minnesota History Center
is located at 345 W. Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, MN 55102. The parking lot
at the Minnesota History Center is available to building visitors\, member
s\, and the general public when spaces are available. Enter from Kellogg B
oulevard. Free parking will be available between 4 to 8 pm on Thursdays.\n
\nAdditional Information\nFood. Market House Grab-n-Go features a variet
y of sandwiches\, salads\, snacks\, and beverages. Open until 7 pm Thursda
ys.\n \nAccessibility. The Minnesota History Center provides accessibilit
y resources for visitors with mobility\, sensory and other disabilities.
\n \nFree Thursday evenings at the Minnesota History Center are funded by
the State of Minnesota’s Legacy Amendment\, through the vote of Minneso
tans on Nov. 4\, 2008\, and our generous donors and members.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T182124Z
LOCATION:Minnesota History Center\, 345 Kellogg Blvd W\, St Paul\, MN\, 55
102
URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/event/free-thursday-nights-at-the-minn
esota-history-center/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&ut
m_campaign=minneapolis-mn
X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Parent
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/things-to-do-calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:OutFront Minnesota Gala 2026
DTSTART:20260917T220000Z
DTEND:20260918T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260729T180841Z
UID:124679-1789664400-1789678800@tcpride.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Donate Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
\n \n \n \n The You Belong Campaign was born as a respo
nse to the increasing harmful anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and the passing of t
he Minnesota Trans Refuge Bill. Through this campaign we use the funds rai
sed to collect critical data needed to secure further funding for the LGBT
QIA+ organizations working to assist those coming to Minnesota from unsafe
states and countries. We also provide resources and events that aim to co
nnect newcomers with community. \n \n \n \n \n \n
\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
\n \n Twin Cities Pride is a proud member of the MN Trans & Int
ersex Resource Network. This group is a collaboration between local LGBTQI
A+ organizations and individuals with the goal of assisting Trans and Inte
rsex individuals and families coming to Minnesota.If you have recently mov
ed to Minnesota or are considering moving here\, please take 2 minutes to
fill out our confidential survey. You can also sign-up here to be on our e
mail list! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
The “You Belong” artwork is a partnership between Twin Cities Pride a
nd Trans Painter\, Rae Senarighi. Rae is a champion of storytelling throug
h art\, as a fine artist\, designer and muralist\, an activist\, cancer su
rvivor and pursuing accurate and celebratory representation of the trans c
ommunity. Rae currently resides in Madison\, WI\, but he makes a lasting i
mpact throughout the world. His art can be seen internationally and is fea
tured in a wide range of outlets from Art Voices magazine to DNA India. h
ttps://transpainter.com/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180841Z
URL:https://tcpride.org/event/outfront-minnesota-gala-2026/?utm_source=cal
discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn
X-SOURCE-NAME:Twin Cities Pride
X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcpride.org/event/spring-fling-drag-bingo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:CANMN Free food distribution
DTSTART:20260917T220000Z
DTEND:20260918T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260729T213722Z
UID:0b5hgclga1dr4pt3l3n3c5bviq@google.com
CATEGORIES:community,food,free
DESCRIPTION:Weekly mutual aid food pickup. Learn more on CANMN's website o
r Instagram.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213722Z
LOCATION:Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA)\, 4120 17th Ave S\, Minneapolis\, M
N 55407\, USA
X-SOURCE-NAME:Bancroft Community Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bancroftneighborhood.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Statewide Star Party
DTSTART:20260917T220000Z
DTEND:20260918T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260916T182524Z
UID:10014610-1789664400-1789675200@www.minneapolisparks.org
CATEGORIES:community,outdoors
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about and celebrate our state constellation\, Ursa
minor! Visit with garden naturalists and learn about stars and their life
cycles. Create your own constellation and walk the garden trails to see th
e many wildflowers that still star the landscape. \nQuestions about the St
atewide Star Party can be sent to: ebwg@minneapolisparks.org
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182524Z
LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneap
olis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/statewide-star-party/?
utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-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:Meet at Mia: Sweater Weather (FREE)
DTSTART:20260917T220000Z
DTEND:20260918T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T183643Z
UID:2889@familyfuntwincities.com
CATEGORIES:arts,community,food,free
DESCRIPTION:Weather permitting\, Meet at Mia takes place outdoors in Mia's
Target Park during the summer. Drop in Thursday evenings for live perform
ances and art making opportunities. Bring a blanket to spread and a picnic
or grab a bite to eat from a food truck.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T183643Z
LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapoli
s\, MN\, 55404\, United States
URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/meet-at-mia-juneteenth/?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:Thursday Night BINGO With Bloomington Lions Club
DTSTART:20260917T230000Z
DTEND:20260918T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260804T182235Z
UID:10004188-1789668000-1789678800@9milebrewing.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join Us at 9 Mile Brewing for Thursday Night BINGO! \nWe’re
excited to announce that 9 Mile Brewing will be hosting BINGO every Thurs
day night at 6PM. One of the great aspects of BINGO is that by assisting w
ith the event\, we can choose a charity to which the proceeds will be dona
ted. September’s proceeds will be donated to Eleve Performing Arts Cen
ter\n \nBingo Rules \n→ Players must be 18 years of age or older to play
.\n→ $20 package purchase is required to play ALL games\, including game
#11 Jackpot Coverall\n→ Cash sales only.\n→ No splitting of packages
allowed. Each player must purchase a package.\n→ No additional bingo pap
er may be purchased after the first number of that game is called.\n→ Da
ubers must be used.\n→ Flashboard is not official. Actual ball drawn and
announced is official.\n→ It is the player’s responsibility to make t
heir bingo known to the caller. Yell BINGO loudly. Management assumes no r
esponsibility for missed bingos.\n→ We do pay sleepers. Last number call
ed is not required for valid bingo.\n→ Once the caller has declared a ga
me closed\, no other bingos will be honored.\n→ Multiple winners will sp
lit the prize\, rounded to the nearest dollar.\n→ In the case of a dispu
te\, the decision of Bingo Management is final.\n→ Management reserves t
he right to cancel bingo due to adverse weather or other unforeseen condit
ions.\n→ NO UNLAWFUL GAMBLING IS PERMITTED ON THE PREMISES. \nCoverall G
ame #5:\n→ Begins at 50 numbers or less for $500 prize. Increases by o
ne ball count number each week until $500 prize is paid. Game then reset
s to 50 numbers again. \n→ There is one 3-face sheet for this game incl
uded in $20 packet. Increase your odds by purchasing additional 3-face s
heets for $2 each.\n→ If not won within required number of balls\, conso
lation prize will be $100 9-Mile Brewing gift cards.\n\nJackpot Coverall G
ame #11:\n→ Begins at 50 numbers of less for $500 prize. Prize increas
es by $100 each week to a max of $1000. Ball count increases by one each
week until won. \n→ This game is NOT included in $20 packet however $2
0 package purchase is required to participate in Jackpot Game #11. Purch
ase price for 2-face sheet is $5.\n→ If not won within the required numb
er of balls\, consolation prize will be 70% of sales to a maximum of $200.
\n\n \nProblem Gambling? Call 1 (800) 333-HOPE\nMinnesota Gambling Control
Board (651) 539-1900
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T182235Z
URL:https://9milebrewing.com/event/thursday-night-bingo-with-bloomington-l
ions-club-19/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campai
gn=minneapolis-mn
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nine Mile Brewing
X-SOURCE-URL:https://9milebrewing.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Legislative Look Ahead
DTSTART:20260917T233000Z
DTEND:20260918T013000Z
DTSTAMP:20260828T182719Z
UID:10000134-1789669800-1789677000@www.ourstreetsmn.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Streets.mn and Our Streets are proud to present the Legislativ
e Look Ahead with Transportation & Land Use Advocates. \n\n\n\nJoin us and
meet fellow transportation advocates and engage at the moderated panel di
scussion\, where you’ll hear from BikeMN\, Neighbors For More Neighbors\
, Our Streets\, Sustain Saint Paul\, Streets.mn\, and Sierra Club North St
ar Chapter. \n\n\n\nThe discussion will be about transportation & land use
goals at the state legislature\, current advocacy efforts from the variou
s organizations\, and how you can get involved. \n\n\n\nReserve your spot
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T182719Z
LOCATION:Arbeiter Brewing Company\, 3038 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, Min
nesota\, 55406\, United States
URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/legislative-look-ahead/?utm_source=
caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn
X-SOURCE-NAME:Our Streets
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ourstreetsmn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Trivia Night!
DTSTART:20260917T233000Z
DTEND:20260918T013000Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T062853Z
UID:10003206-1789669800-1789677000@boomislandbrewing.com
CATEGORIES:community,free
DESCRIPTION:Gather your friends\, family\, or coworkers\, and test your kn
owledge every Thursday at 6:30pm at Boom Island Brewing! Trivia Mafia host
s 8 varied-theme rounds of brain teasers\, perfect for teams from single s
leuths to groups of up to 8 players. Have a bigger group attending? Split
into smaller teams and compete against each other to win gift cards to Boo
m! \n\n\n\nGet here early to grab a beer\, a pizza or popcorn\, and settle
into your seats for a night of fun competition. Free to attend!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T062853Z
LOCATION:Boom Island Brewing\, 5959 Baker Rd\, Suite 320\, Minnetonka\, MN
\, 55345\, United States
URL:https://boomislandbrewing.com/event/trivia-night-14/?utm_source=caldis
covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn
X-SOURCE-NAME:Boom Island Brewing
X-SOURCE-URL:https://boomislandbrewing.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:North Loop Run Club
DTSTART:20260917T233000Z
DTEND:20260918T013000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T065110Z
UID:10020145-1789669800-1789677000@northloop.org
CATEGORIES:community,outdoors
DESCRIPTION:Hosted every Thursday at 6:30pm\, meet us at Cuzzy’s!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T065110Z
LOCATION:Cuzzy’s\, 507 Washington Avenue N\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55401\,
United States
URL:https://northloop.org/event/north-loop-run-club/2026-09-17/?utm_source
=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn
X-SOURCE-NAME:North Loop Neighborhood Association
X-SOURCE-URL:https://northloop.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Healing Well Support Groups
DTSTART:20260917T233000Z
DTEND:20260918T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T003347Z
UID:10011018-1789669800-1789675200@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.
\nTwo groups currently meet on Thursdays. Learn more at whchurch.org/supp
ort-groups.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T003347Z
URL:https://whchurch.org/event/healing-well-support-groups-2/2026-09-17/?u
tm_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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Sue Scott’s Island of Discarded Women – The Politics Chicks an
d Jillian Rae
DTSTART:20260918T003000Z
DTEND:20260918T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260916T060506Z
UID:10045917-1789673400-1789678800@soundminnesota.com
CATEGORIES:comedy,community,drink,music
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 6:30 PM for Dinner and Drink Service.\n\n\nAn Au
dacious Variety Show Amplifying Women’s Voices!\nWe are Paying Attention
\, Using our Voices and Getting Out the Vote as we head into the crucial m
idterm elections! Our special guests are The Politics Chicks: Christy + Mo
nica\, who are passionately speaking truth to power every single day! Our
musical guest is the fiercely unique singer/songwriter Jillian Rae. Plus\,
Indivisible Twin Cities will join us with the latest election “To Dos
“ and Do’gooders MN\,will share the amazing work they are doing to hel
p our neighbors who are still being evicted. AND Island favs Dae Yang and
Zippy Laske will be there along with host Sue Scott! \nSue Scott: Host \nT
he Politics Chicks – Christy Branham + Monica Healy: Special Guests \nJi
llian Rae: Musical Guest \nIndivisible Twin Cities: Guest Contributors \nD
o’gooders MN: “Give Back” organization \nDae Yang: Actor/Writer \nZi
ppy Laske: Singer/Songwriter \n+ Live Real-Time Captioning available at th
is show. Bring your smartphones! \nCreator\, host Sue Scott is a veteran a
ctor\, who for 24 years was the female cast member on the public radio sho
w A Prairie Home Companion. Since 2019\, Sue has been thoroughly immersed
in producing Island of Discarded Women live show & podcast. Special guests
The Politics Chicks are Christy Branham and Monica Healy\, two Minnesota
moms who care about politics and people. In 2025\, alarmed by the corrupti
on\, the trampling of the Constitution\, the hollowing out of our federal
agencies and the assault on our global alliances\, they started a Substack
to speak up and shine a light on the news of the day\, with activism tips
and human interest stories with hope sprinkled in. That Substack\, full o
f powerfully written pieces\, has expanded to include a popular podcast wi
th their prolific social media posts and their world-wide following growin
g daily. Musical guest Jillian Rae\, is a singer\, songwriter and multi-in
strumentalist who’s genre-transcending music is powering a new wave in t
he midwest. A classically trained violinist\, who cares more about making
authentic music than fitting into a tidy box\, Jillian has become a comman
ding international presence\, leading her own critically acclaimed rock/po
p band and performing regularly with her traditional folk band Corpse Revi
ver. She has also toured extensively\, backing up Grammy-winning acts like
The Okee Dokee Brothers. \n“Island of Discarded Women…a popular happe
ning dedicated to the idea that women’s voices must be heard.” –Chri
s Hewitt\, Star Tribune\nIslandOfDiscardedWomen.com
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T060506Z
LOCATION:Main Stage Showroom\, 6161 Hwy 65 NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55432\,
United States
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/sue-scotts-island-of-discarded-women-
the-politics-chicks-and-jillian-rae/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ic
s&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn
X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota based calendar of live music
X-SOURCE-URL:https://soundminnesota.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Hennepin Arts Show - The Algorithm is Gonna Get You
DTSTART:20260918T003000Z
DTEND:20260918T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T061051Z
UID:10053929-1789673400-1789682400@www.mplsdowntown.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Last fall\, something remarkable happened in downtown Minneapo
lis. For two nights\, David Byrne of Talking Heads performed at the Orpheu
m Theatre\, while Purple Rain flickered across the street at the State.
The sidewalks buzzed with people\, color\, and possibility. In that moment
\, the city itself felt like a stage—alive\, collaborative\, and full of
creative electricity. What unfolded on the Orpheum stage was more than a
concert. It was an artistic feat that was also intellectual\, civic\, and
deeply human. Byrne has always had a knack for dreaming a few steps ahead\
, and his performance was a reminder of how creativity\, design\, and comm
unity can intersect to create something transcendent. The overriding vibe
that night was simple and irresistible: This must be the place. Great dow
ntowns generate that feeling. They aren’t defined by one skyscraper or o
ne institution. They thrive when safety is foundational\, when residents\,
workers\, business owners\, community partners\, and law enforcement shar
e a vision of belonging. They succeed when systems—transportation\, publ
ic space\, culture—are designed around people\, not the other way around
. And most of all\, they flourish when movement\, purpose\, and collaborat
ion flow together. Downtown Minneapolis is at its best when it operates li
ke that stage—dynamic\, adaptive\, intentionally designed to bring peopl
e together. A vibrant downtown invites us into a system where creativity\,
culture\, and community reinforce each other\, where good energy multipli
es\, and where people leave feeling inspired and connected. We often hear
the question: Is downtown back? But the more useful question is: What a
re we building it to be? Real optimism isn’t pretending every challenge
is solved. It’s being clear‑eyed about what needs work while being co
nfident in our capacity to shape what comes next. And what comes next is a
lready taking shape. Downtown Minneapolis today is a place where people li
ve in walkable neighborhoods close to parks\, bike trails\, transit\, and
hundreds of thousands of jobs. It’s where ambassadors greet visitors wit
h help and a smile. It’s where more than 100\,000 people can gather for
major events—Taste of Minnesota\, block parties on First Avenue\, commun
ity celebrations that make the city feel like one big living room. It’s
a place where you can take in world‑class theater\, orchestra performanc
es\, live music\, and comedy shows. Where you can grab a cocktail at an i
ce bar\, watch a fashion show\, or—because this is Minnesota—even on a
rooftop in January. It’s where entrepreneurs launch companies\, attract
talent\, and drive results. It’s where chefs experiment\, restaurants p
ush boundaries\, and creativity becomes an economic engine. It’s where f
ans howl for the Wolves\, cheer on the Lynx\, Skol for the Vikings\, or ro
ot for the Twins on a perfect summer night. And it’s a place with unmatc
hed natural assets—miles of riverfront access that anchor the city in be
auty and movement. In other words\, downtown Minneapolis is already a plac
e where the pieces of a vibrant future exist. The task now is to continue
designing systems that connect those pieces—to build the infrastructure
of community as deliberately as we build the infrastructure of streets and
buildings. When people feel welcomed\, inspired\, and fulfilled by their
time downtown\, they come back. And when they come back\, the city grows s
tronger. “This must be the place” isn’t just a lyric. It’s a direc
tive. It’s a challenge to imagine what’s possible when culture leads\,
when collaboration is intentional\, and when we treat community as the en
gine of our shared prosperity. It’s a reminder that our best days aren
’t behind us—they are in front of us\, shaped by the people who choose
to gather\, create\, build\, and dream here. This is the place. This is
home. This is our downtown Minneapolis.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T061051Z
LOCATION:Dudley Riggs Theatre\, 824 Hennepin Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN
URL:https://www.mplsdowntown.com/event/hennepin-arts-show-the-algorithm-is
-gonna-get-you/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_camp
aign=minneapolis-mn
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mpls Downtown Council
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mplsdowntown.com/venue/1010-nicollet-mall-minneap
olis-mn-55403-united-states
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