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What’s it like to create a new work of theater from the ground up? Join us for a casual and engaging conversation with Tyler Michaels King, Artistic Director of Trademark Theater, along with two of Trademark’s newly commissioned theater makers: Max Wojtanowicz (Guthrie Theater, Theater Latté Da) and Emma Lai (Children‘s Theatre Company, Theater Mu). Together, they’ll share what inspires their creative process as they prepare for Trademark’s "In the Works Showcase." Hear how ideas evolve from rough concepts into live performance, what happens when creative experiments fall flat, and why the artistic journey can be every bit as meaningful as the finished production.

Following the conversation, we invite you to attend Trademark Theater’s "In the Works Showcase" public performance on June 8. This special event offers audiences a chance to experience 20-minute excerpts from new plays, including scenes, songs and visuals generated by Trademark‘s most recent class of commissioned artists! Attendees will see firsthand how original theater is developed, shaped, and refined before reaching the stage. It’s a unique opportunity to support local artists and witness creativity unfolding in real time. The presentation will conclude with a post-event meet-and-greet with the artists!

Trademark Theater‘s public performance of the "In The Works Showcase" will be held at Playwright‘s Center on June 8th. Tickets can be purchased on Trademark‘s Website at https://www.trademarktheater.org/showcase.

Do you find it hard to really get to know members at our large programs … or those featuring a speaker? This spontaneous event might be just right for you! Join us for a casual conversation at Milwaukee Road Restaurant and Bar at The Depot. Take this opportunity to meet new members and reconnect with some you haven’t seen lately. If you are attending for the first time, please contact the MCC office so we can be sure someone is there to meet you.

Ever wonder what happens to your trash after it leaves the curb? Each year, Hennepin County residents and businesses generate more than one million tons of waste - enough to fill Target Field more than 11 times. On this behind-the-scenes tour of the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC), we’ll learn how garbage is transformed into energy using advanced technology that helps reduce environmental impact and taxpayer costs. Discover how waste processed at HERC can generate electricity to power a home for up to 21 days, while also producing steam that helps heat Target Field and buildings throughout downtown Minneapolis.

The tour begins at the HERC Visitor Center at 435 North 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401. Please note that this address is that of a visitor entrance door on the top level on the Target Field Station Parking Ramp. Ramp and on-street metered parking is available.

This tour is limited to 20 participants. Registration closes on Thursday, May 28.

The Membership Committee develops new strategies for member engagement and retention. If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to Committee Chair Jane Helsing.

Do you find it hard to really get to know members at our large programs … or those featuring a speaker? This spontaneous event might be just right for you! Join us for a casual conversation on the patio of the Aster Cafe. Take this opportunity to meet new members and reconnect with some you haven’t seen lately. If you are attending for the first time, please contact the MCC office so we can be sure someone is there to meet you.

Coffee, conversation, and connection await you at C.R.E.A.M Café. No sign-ups, no fuss—just friends and neighbors gathering for a morning chat.

All Chairs of the different committees are invited to join us at this monthly meeting.

Take me out to the Ballgame! Join MCC Member Will Craig for fun in the sun as the Minnesota Twins take on the Chicago White Sox at this matinee home game. Will has purchased 20 tickets to the game. Our seats are in the upper deck behind Home Plate: section 315, rows 5 and 6. Will thinks we‘ve got the best possible seats for viewing the game. Tickets are $18 per person, payable to Will Craig. Tickets are electronic now. You will need MLB‘s Ballpark app on your phone to receive and use tickets at the park. Get the app from either the Apple Store for iPhones or Google Store for Android phones. You must register yourself and any guest you are bringing to let us know that you‘re attending. After you‘ve registered on our website, set up your MLB account, then contact Will to purchase the tickets directly from him, and he will transfer your tickets to your phone. Send Will an email at wcraig@umn.edu with "MN Twins" as the subject line.

Join us for a guided tour of the Walker Art Center exhibition Rosy Simas: “I Hope It Will Stir Your Mind.”

This thought-provoking exhibition explores the Seneca concept of a “good mind.” Through a blend of moving image, sound, and sculpture, Simas invites quiet contemplation and reflection. Each element of the work is described as “an act of survivance,” fostering ideas of peacemaking and community well-being in a time of deadly politics, racism, and bigotry.

The cost for MCC members is $9. Walker members receive 50% off, but must have their membership verified at the time of the tour.

The Walker requires a single group payment, so please bring cash or a check made payable to Susan Hartman.

Registration Deadline: June 2. Due to lack of attendance, this program has been cancelled.

Join us for one of MCC’s most popular events of the year—the Annual Member Party!

This year’s celebration will be in the newly restored Quinlan Room by Dakota, located in the historic Young Quinlan Building on Nicollet Mall. Take in the views of the grand staircase, arched windows, and distinctive architecture of this unique 100-year-old building while visiting with new and longtime friends.

Enjoy sandwiches and light bites, along with a selection of wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages. While mingling with other members, watch our slideshow featuring highlights and photos from the past year at MCC.

Registrations are due by May 21. Sorry, no guests; this is a members-only event.

Getting There:
The entrance to The Quinlan Room is on 9th Street. On-street metered parking is available, along with the Metro parking ramp across the street (next to Hell’s Kitchen). Regular bus service is also available along Nicollet Mall.

Take in a game to watch the Minnesota Lynx play at Target Center and support MCC with your ticket purchase! Your seats will be in Section 136, Row Q, Seats 23-24. Tickets are $60 for the pair. These tickets cannot be resold on any third-party site. If you want to resell them, they can be reposted through MCC communication channels. You may transfer the tickets to someone else through the app if you want to give these as a gift.

You will need the Lynx mobile app to receive the electronic tickets. After you have paid for the tickets, MCC will transfer the tickets to you. The email address you use to set up the app must match the email address you provide to MCC in order for the transfer of tickets to go through.

*Note, these tickets were a gift to MCC from MCC members Allan and Lou Burdick as a way to diversify MCC‘s revenue. The face value of the tickets is $27.60/ticket, with a small charge to help cover credit card fees.

Enjoy a chamber music concert that features aspiring student musicians from surrounding communities. This third performance in the 2026 In-Home Concerts/Artaria Series will take place in the River Room at Phoenix on the River and is graciously hosted by MCC members Bob Jordan and Dianne Moore.

The program will include three chamber string ensembles, with one group joined by a pianist. These gifted young musicians recently participated in the Artaria Chamber Music School in St. Paul and are headed to further studies at top institutions, including Juilliard, Columbia, New England Conservatory, Princeton, and Swarthmore. It’s a wonderful opportunity to experience their artistry up close before they take the next step in their musical journeys.

A free-will donation of $20 is suggested to help offset the musicians’ fees. Doors open at 3:30 pm, concert begins at 4:00 pm.

Start your Saturday with good company and great conversation!

Join fellow MCC members for a relaxed Saturday morning breakfast mixer at Elsie’s Restaurant. Whether you arrive on foot, by bike, or by car, hot coffee will be waiting! You can order a full breakfast or simply enjoy a beverage while chatting with friends—old and new.

NOTE: Breakfasts are outside as long as the temperature is at least 60 degrees. If bad weather, depending on Elsie‘s availability and our group size, we may be in the small banquet room or in the dining room. This seating arrangement is up to Elsie‘s discretion each week. This event is limited to 25 to accommodate Elsie‘s staff.

Take in a game to watch the Minnesota Lynx play at Target Center and support MCC with your ticket purchase! Your seats will be in Section 136, Row Q, Seats 23-24. Tickets are $60 for the pair. These tickets cannot be resold on any third-party site. If you want to resell them, they can be reposted through MCC communication channels. You may transfer the tickets to someone else through the app if you want to give these as a gift.

You will need the Lynx mobile app to receive the electronic tickets. After you have paid for the tickets, MCC will transfer the tickets to you. The email address you use to set up the app must match the email address you provide to MCC in order for the transfer of tickets to go through.

*Note, these tickets were a gift to MCC from MCC members Allan and Lou Burdick as a way to diversify MCC‘s revenue. The face value of the tickets is $27.60/ticket, with a small charge to help cover credit card fees.

Join fellow MCC members for a special morning at the Minnesota Zoo. The program includes an up-close visit with animal ambassadors, a 30-minute talk with a zookeeper, and a presentation by Dr. Jeff Muntifering on the work of Save the Rhino Trust in Namibia and the Zoo’s vital role in conservation efforts both locally and globally.

After the program, you’re welcome to stay and explore—walk the Treetop Trail, visit animal exhibits, or enjoy a Dutch-treat lunch at the café.

Please meet at the Zoo’s main entrance for a 9:30 am start. Parking and admission are complimentary. Registration is required by Wednesday, May 20, and space is limited to 25 participants.

What’s the latest from City Hall? Join us as we hear from Ward 3 City Council member, Michael Rainville on issues currently in front of the City Council.

Do you find it hard to really get to know members at our large programs … or those featuring a speaker? This spontaneous event might be just right for you! Join us for a casual conversation at Milwaukee Road Restaurant and Bar at The Depot. Take this opportunity to meet new members and reconnect with some you haven’t seen lately. If you are attending for the first time, please contact the MCC office so we can be sure someone is there to meet you.

Schedule time with a Tech Support Guru on Zoom and have your nagging technology questions answered during our complimentary Help Desk. The zoom link will be provided in your confirmation email.

Do you find it hard to really get to know members at our large programs … or those featuring a speaker? This spontaneous event might be just right for you! Join us for a casual conversation on the patio of the Aster Cafe. Take this opportunity to meet new members and reconnect with some you haven’t seen lately. If you are attending for the first time, please contact the MCC office so we can be sure someone is there to meet you.

Take in a game to watch the Minnesota Lynx play at Target Center and support MCC with your ticket purchase! Your seats will be in Section 136, Row Q, Seats 23-24. Tickets are $60 for the pair. These tickets cannot be resold on any third-party site. If you want to resell them, they can be reposted through MCC communication channels. You may transfer the tickets to someone else through the app if you want to give these as a gift.

You will need the Lynx mobile app to receive the electronic tickets. After you have paid for the tickets, MCC will transfer the tickets to you. The email address you use to set up the app must match the email address you provide to MCC in order for the transfer of tickets to go through.

*Note, these tickets were a gift to MCC from MCC members Allan and Lou Burdick as a way to diversify MCC‘s revenue. The face value of the tickets is $27.60/ticket, with a small charge to help cover credit card fees.

Coffee, conversation, and connection await you at C.R.E.A.M Café. No sign-ups, no fuss—just friends and neighbors gathering for a morning chat.

This guided discussion group with professional facilitation supports MCC members and nonmembers who are in a caregiving role.

Join us for a monthly book discussion focused on timely, engaging reads.

Our June book is "The Zorg," by Siddharth Kara.

If you‘d like to read ahead, our July book is "A Guardian and A Thief," by Megha Majumdar.

You are welcome to join us in conversation whether or not you‘ve read the book.

The next Executive Committee meeting is on June 10, 1:30-3:00 pm.

Join us for a special afternoon with MCC member Mary Thompson, and her two charming therapy dogs, Will and Rose. Mary will share the story of how her lifelong love of golden retrievers began, along with a bit of the history of pet therapy and the meaningful role dogs can play in bringing comfort and connection. What started with a golden retriever on stage in 1980 has grown into a life shared with nine beloved goldens, each raised from puppyhood. Today, Mary, Will, and Rose work as therapy dog teams, offering companionship and a quiet kind of joy to those who need it most.

Note: Mary’s therapy dogs, Will and Rose, will be part of the program.

Caffeine and camaraderie for members of MCC! This group meets every other Thursday and is hosted by various members who get the conversation going.

*This event is open to all members of MCC. Registration is required.

MCC‘s Discussion Circles are small-group sessions that are designed to explore important aging-related topics while strengthening friendships through meaningful conversation and mutual support.

Our topic for this week is: My backup plan for the future.

These sessions are currently closed to maintain an intimate, small-group setting. However, we welcome members to express their interest in future Discussion Circles. If you‘d like to be added to the list for upcoming opportunities, please email Mary Texidor.

Join us for our own Moth Radio Hour when MCC members Will Craig, Pam Berkwitz and Mary K. Baumann share their stories with you.

Also, consider sharing one of your own personal stories that has left a lasting impression on your life in the coming months. These reflections—sometimes surprising, sometimes poignant or humorous—can offer a glimpse into the moments that shape who you are. Perhaps your story inspired you to change direction at that time or made you smile or cry when you think back to that time. Maybe it’s about an intention you have for the future. Their stories may spark memories of your own or even inspire you to put pen to paper.

Come to listen, reflect, and connect. Feel free to contact Jane Stacy or Sonia Cairns, soniamcairns@gmail.com if you want to participate in a future storytelling event.

Join us as we explore some of our favorite restaurants around the city and right here in our neighborhood. This month, we’ll gather for a Dutch treat dinner at Black Forest Inn.

This event is limited to 12 participants.

Black Forest Inn has a parking lot just South on Nicollet. Metered on-street parking is also available. Carpooling recommended.

Start your Saturday with good company and great conversation!

Join fellow MCC members for a relaxed Saturday morning breakfast mixer at Elsie’s Restaurant. Whether you arrive on foot, by bike, or by car, hot coffee will be waiting! You can order a full breakfast or simply enjoy a beverage while chatting with friends—old and new.

NOTE: Breakfasts are outside as long as the temperature is at least 60 degrees. If bad weather, depending on Elsie‘s availability and our group size, we may be in the small banquet room or in the dining room. This seating arrangement is up to Elsie‘s discretion each week. This event is limited to 25 to accommodate Elsie‘s staff.

Global challenges like climate change, economic instability, and international conflict require cooperation across nations. Institutions such as the United Nations, World Trade Organization, and International Monetary Fund were created to support that cooperation—but today they face growing pressure.

Rising geopolitical tensions, shifting power dynamics, and questions about effectiveness have made it harder for these organizations to respond to global needs. This session explores how multilateral institutions are evolving, and what role the United States should play in their future.

Our speaker for this program is Tanisa Fazel. Tanisa is the Arleen C. Carlson Professor of Political Science at the University of Minnesota. Her scholarship focuses on sovereignty, international law, armed conflict, and the global politics of climate change. Her work has also appeared in numerous scholarly journals and she is a frequent commentator on international security issues in the media. Fazal has held fellowships at Harvard, Stanford, and the Carnegie Council on International Ethics. From 2021-2023, she was an Andrew Carnegie Fellow.

Do you find it hard to really get to know members at our large programs … or those featuring a speaker? This spontaneous event might be just right for you! Join us for a casual conversation at Milwaukee Road Restaurant and Bar at The Depot. Take this opportunity to meet new members and reconnect with some you haven’t seen lately. If you are attending for the first time, please contact the MCC office so we can be sure someone is there to meet you.

Take in a game to watch the Minnesota Lynx play at Target Center and support MCC with your ticket purchase! Your seats will be in Section 136, Row Q, Seats 23-24. Tickets are $60 for the pair. These tickets cannot be resold on any third-party site. If you want to resell them, they can be reposted through MCC communication channels. You may transfer the tickets to someone else through the app if you want to give these as a gift.

You will need the Lynx mobile app to receive the electronic tickets. After you have paid for the tickets, MCC will transfer the tickets to you. The email address you use to set up the app must match the email address you provide to MCC in order for the transfer of tickets to go through.

*Note, these tickets were a gift to MCC from MCC members Allan and Lou Burdick as a way to diversify MCC‘s revenue. The face value of the tickets is $27.60/ticket, with a small charge to help cover credit card fees.

Join us for an inspiring look at the life and legacy of Marlene Johnson, Minnesota’s first woman lieutenant governor. Breaking political ground in a male-dominated era, Johnson served under Rudy Perpich beginning in January 1983, marking a milestone for women in state government.

In her memoir, "Rise to the Challenge," Johnson weaves together her professional journey with her deeply personal story, including a loving marriage that sustained her through profound loss. From growing up in rural Minnesota to organizing, advocating, and leading at the highest levels of state government, this is a courageous portrait of perseverance, public service, and the power of showing up, even when the path is steep. Marlene will read from her book and books will be available for sale.

Do you find it hard to really get to know members at our large programs … or those featuring a speaker? This spontaneous event might be just right for you! Join us for a casual conversation on the patio of the Aster Cafe. Take this opportunity to meet new members and reconnect with some you haven’t seen lately. If you are attending for the first time, please contact the MCC office so we can be sure someone is there to meet you.

Coffee, conversation, and connection await you at C.R.E.A.M Café. No sign-ups, no fuss—just friends and neighbors gathering for a morning chat.

This gathering is for past members of the Caregivers‘ Support Group. We‘ll say hello, check in about how our lives have changed (or not), and share some of the camaraderie that we remember from our past caregiver groups. For any questions about this event, please contact Susan Hartman.

Join us for an important and timely conversation with Alison Beckman of the Center for Victims of Torture (CVT), an organization dedicated to healing survivors of torture and supporting communities impacted by trauma.

In the wake of recent immigration enforcement efforts, including Operation Metro Surge, CVT has been actively working to support immigrant communities across the Twin Cities. Alison will share insights into the initiatives and actions CVT is taking to provide care, advocacy, and resources during this period. She will also offer perspective on emerging issues affecting immigrant communities.

This conversation will provide a deeper understanding of the challenges many immigrants are facing today, as well as the compassionate, community-based responses working to address them.

Current international news and U.S. foreign policy provide an endless trove of topics for learning and discussion. Retired foreign service officer and MCC member Bill Davnie will identify a topic in advance, although news can always lead us in a fresh direction. There will be both presentation and discussion.

The Program Committee meets each month to discuss and develop new program ideas for our members. If you have a program idea, please feel free to fill out the Program Committee Proposal form and email it to Jane at janestacy@millcitycommons.org.

Start your Saturday with good company and great conversation!

Join fellow MCC members for a relaxed Saturday morning breakfast mixer at Elsie’s Restaurant. Whether you arrive on foot, by bike, or by car, hot coffee will be waiting! You can order a full breakfast or simply enjoy a beverage while chatting with friends—old and new.

NOTE: Breakfasts are outside as long as the temperature is at least 60 degrees. If bad weather, depending on Elsie‘s availability and our group size, we may be in the small banquet room or in the dining room. This seating arrangement is up to Elsie‘s discretion each week. This event is limited to 25 to accommodate Elsie‘s staff.

Take in a game to watch the Minnesota Lynx play at Target Center and support MCC with your ticket purchase! Your seats will be in Section 136, Row Q, Seats 23-24. Tickets are $60 for the pair. These tickets cannot be resold on any third-party site. If you want to resell them, they can be reposted through MCC communication channels. You may transfer the tickets to someone else through the app if you want to give these as a gift.

You will need the Lynx mobile app to receive the electronic tickets. After you have paid for the tickets, MCC will transfer the tickets to you. The email address you use to set up the app must match the email address you provide to MCC in order for the transfer of tickets to go through.

*Note, these tickets were a gift to MCC from MCC members Allan and Lou Burdick as a way to diversify MCC‘s revenue. The face value of the tickets is $27.60/ticket, with a small charge to help cover credit card fees.

This is a 25 - 40 mile ride that will start at the Gateway Trailhead in Oakdale (near the Highway 36/694 interchange; the Google Maps address is: Gateway State Trail Parking, Parking lot, Pine Springs, MN). Riders will be responsible for getting themselves and their bikes to the trailhead where we‘ll start riding at 9:45 a.m. We will ride the beautiful trail into Stillwater. An optional 5-mile loop will take us across the Highway 36 bridge into Wisconsin returning into Stillwater across the lift bridge. We‘ll then have a lunch break (and ice cream?) at one of the restaurants in town. On the way back riders can take another optional loop to Pine Creek Regional Park.

We‘ll ride at a moderately fast pace, about 11-12 miles per hour. Remember: Helmets required!

Mileage options are as follows:
• 25 miles: Round-trip Trailhead/Stillwater/Trailhead via the Gateway and Brown‘s Creek trails.
• 30 miles: Add the 5-mile loop into Wisconsin, crossing the new(ish) Highway 36 bridge over the St. Croix on the wonderful protected and wide bike lane, and then down a long steep hill, returning to Minnesota via the old lift bridge.
• 40 miles: On the return trip, outside of Stillwater at Duluth Junction riders can opt to take the wooded GatewayTrail to Pine Creek Regional Park and back. They would arrive back at the Oakdale Trailhead about an hour later than riders who don‘t choose this option.

Do you find it hard to really get to know members at our large programs … or those featuring a speaker? This spontaneous event might be just right for you! Join us for a casual conversation at Milwaukee Road Restaurant and Bar at The Depot. Take this opportunity to meet new members and reconnect with some you haven’t seen lately. If you are attending for the first time, please contact the MCC office so we can be sure someone is there to meet you.

The Tent of Nations is a Christian Palestinian-owned farm in the West Bank, described by New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof as being run by “followers of Martin Luther King Jr.” MCC member Bill Davnie recently spent a month there serving as a “protective presence,” supporting the family as they face ongoing efforts to force them from land they have owned since 1916.

Bill will share his personal experience and reflections, along with the farm’s history, the reasons behind its strong international support, and the challenges that continue to shape its uncertain future.

Note: This program reflects Bill Davnie’s personal experiences and perspectives and does not represent the views of MCC.

Mayslack’s isn’t just a bar — it’s a Nordeast landmark. Founded in 1955 by “Handsome Stan” Mayslack, a former pro wrestler and proud son of Polish immigrant parents, this corner tavern has been serving great food for over 70 years.

Join hosts John and Sonia Cairns, Nancy Gardner and Tamra Nelson for small bites and Dutch treat drinks. Located at 1428 4th Street NE, Minneapolis, just over the river, there‘s on-street parking and a free parking lot right next door. We have a private party room reserved and if the weather‘s nice we can sit outside.

If you‘d like to stay for dinner, please call the restaurant directly for reservations at (612)-789-9862. And they are still stacking and serving their legendary garlic roast beef sandwiches! Please contact Nancy Gardner at ngardner.16@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Coffee, conversation, and connection await you at C.R.E.A.M Café. No sign-ups, no fuss—just friends and neighbors gathering for a morning chat.

This guided discussion group with professional facilitation supports MCC members and nonmembers who are in a caregiving role.

Join us at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts (Mia) for a guided tour of "Kenji Nakahashi: A Confident Life."

Known for work that is at once contemplative, playful, and a bit surreal, Japanese artist Kenji Nakahashi drew inspiration from everyday life, transforming ordinary objects into thought-provoking works of art. While best known for his concept-driven photography, he explored a wide range of mediums, including drawing, painting, collage, and printmaking. His work invites us to look more closely at the familiar, often presenting common items, like street signs, drinking glasses, and clocks, in unexpected and imaginative ways.

We will meet in galleries 315 and 316 at 1:00 pm for our 1:15 pm tour. Space is limited to 20 participants.

Caffeine and camaraderie for members of MCC! This group meets every other Thursday and is hosted by various members who get the conversation going.

*This event is open to all members of MCC. Registration is required.

American journalism is undergoing an existential crisis. The norms, ethics, and financial models that sustained it for much of the last 125 years have all been eroded by the digital revolution and political polarization. Yet this turbulent situation is a reflection of both of what is dying and what promising innovations are being born.

Samuel Freedman, a professor emeritus at Columbia Journalism School and the author of 10 books, will discuss the new journalistic landscape with us.

Join us as we explore some of our favorite restaurants around the city and right here in our neighborhood. This month, we’ll gather for a Dutch treat dinner at Black Forest Inn.

This event is limited to 12 participants.

Registration closes at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, June 23.

Metered on-street parking is available. Carpooling recommended.

If you are a reader/listener of thoughtful investigative and critical journalism from magazine and newspaper articles and podcasts, please join MCC member Melinda Ward once a month for Mix of Minds, a ninety-minute discussion of a recent article proposed by a member of the group. This will be like a book group but focus on shorter pieces that generate interesting questions and thoughtful conversation from a wide variety of sources such as The New Yorker, The Atlantic or The Economist, etc.

We‘ll send the article or podcast link out 2 weeks before meeting so that participants can submit questions beforehand. This is a good way to learn about new topics and sources that you may have missed. We‘ll meet on one Friday morning a month from 9:30 - 11:00 am.

Start your Saturday with good company and great conversation!

Join fellow MCC members for a relaxed Saturday morning breakfast mixer at Elsie’s Restaurant. Whether you arrive on foot, by bike, or by car, hot coffee will be waiting! You can order a full breakfast or simply enjoy a beverage while chatting with friends—old and new.

NOTE: Breakfasts are outside as long as the temperature is at least 60 degrees. If bad weather, depending on Elsie‘s availability and our group size, we may be in the small banquet room or in the dining room. This seating arrangement is up to Elsie‘s discretion each week. This event is limited to 25 to accommodate Elsie‘s staff.

Long before the more widely known protests of the American Revolution, a group of determined women in Edenton, North Carolina made history. In 1774, 51 women organized what is considered the first recorded political action by women in America, boldly boycotting British tea and goods in defiance of unjust taxation.

Join us as MCC member and history enthusiast Catharine Kristian explores the fascinating story of the Edenton Tea Party, placing it within the broader context of colonial resistance and the growing tensions with Great Britain. We’ll look at the events that led up to this moment, the courage and conviction of these women, and the ripple effects their actions had across the colonies.

We’ll also consider how their protest was received, both at home and abroad, and what it reveals about women’s roles in early American political life. Join us for a rich and engaging look at a lesser-known but powerful chapter in Revolutionary history.

Do you find it hard to really get to know members at our large programs … or those featuring a speaker? This spontaneous event might be just right for you! Join us for a casual conversation at Milwaukee Road Restaurant and Bar at The Depot. Take this opportunity to meet new members and reconnect with some you haven’t seen lately. If you are attending for the first time, please contact the MCC office so we can be sure someone is there to meet you.

Owámniyomni Okhódayapi is transforming Minneapolis’ most iconic riverfront location - St. Anthony Falls - from a desecrated industrial site into a living monument that says, “This is Dakota land.” The Owámniyomni project will restore native plantings, uplift Dakota land management and cultural practices and rebuild connections to the water. This groundbreaking land reclamation project implements the vision of the four Dakota Nations in Mnísota at no cost to the Tribes.

Join us as Amanda Wigen, communications director for Owámniyomni Okhódayapi, shares the story behind this transformative project and explores what it means to view the land not as a resource to be used, but as a relative to be respected and cared for. Following the presentation, we’ll tour Owámniyomni Okhódayapi‘s new space and then head outside for a walk to view the site itself.

Do you find it hard to really get to know members at our large programs … or those featuring a speaker? This spontaneous event might be just right for you! Join us for a casual conversation on the patio of the Aster Cafe. Take this opportunity to meet new members and reconnect with some you haven’t seen lately. If you are attending for the first time, please contact the MCC office so we can be sure someone is there to meet you.