Art for the Resilient Heart is a fundraiser and silent art auction organized by Women of WISE that uplifts the use of art as a powerful tool for healing and learning, with a goal of raising $20,000 to support immigrant and refugee women and girls.
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Saint Paul Community Invited to Free Wellness Fair for Mental Health Awareness Month Kickoff
Living Naturally Abundant is hosting the First Annual Mental Health Awareness Fair at the Saint Paul YMCA on May 3, 2025, in partnership with the YMCA Saint Paul and sponsored by Medica, to provide free and inclusive resources for mental wellness and connection.
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Martin Lawrence Live at Mystic Lake, May 2 and 3
Legendary comedian Martin Lawrence is bringing his Yall Know What It Is Tour to Mystic Lake Casino Hotel on May 2 and May 3, where fans can expect a comedy masterclass from one of the most influential and beloved figures in the world of entertainment.
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Willie Waldman Project live in Minneapolis: A night of genre-bending jazz fusion
The Willie Waldman Project will perform a one-night-only show in Minneapolis on May 15, featuring a blend of jazz, funk, rock, and experimental improvisation, with tickets available for $20 advance or $27 day of.
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Mayday 2025: Reimagining a Tradition Through Community Power
Mayday 2025 is a community-driven celebration of spring renewal, social justice, and creative freedom, featuring a parade, Tree of Life Ceremony, and communal joy, with multiple neighborhood groups and individuals leading the event.
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Royal Princess Ball brings enchantment to Eagan on May 4
Dream Parties is hosting a Royal Princess Ball at the Eagan Community Center on May 4, featuring singing, dancing, live performances, and character meet-and-greets for families to enjoy.
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Youth-led festival confers real-world responsibilities
825 Arts, a nonprofit community arts space, is turning creativity into collective power by hosting events such as the annual Speak Out and Lead Youth Arts Fest, which is led by youth and provides opportunities for all generations to learn and express themselves.
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Guthrie’s ‘Nacirema Society’ showcases Black womanhood
“The Nacirema Society Requests the Honor of Your Presence at a Celebration of Their First One Hundred Years” is a vibrant tribute to the complexity of Black identity, womanhood and legacy, featuring a predominantly local cast of mostly Black women and exploring themes of protest, social unrest, family, tradition, and love.
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Mashkiki Studios invites community to connect with medicinal bath bomb workshop
Mashkiki Studios is hosting a Medicinal Bath Bomb Workshop at the Indigenous Roots Cultural Arts Center in St. Paul, where participants can learn about and create sacred bath bombs using traditional Indigenous plant medicines.
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Get in step with Soul Line Dancing at Sabathani Community Center – April 26
Join Tina Jackson for a free Soul Line Dancing session at Sabathani Community Center on April 26, 2025, to boost wellness, improve memory and balance, and have fun with no partner or prior experience required.
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American Indian Month kicks off May 1 with parade, concert, and powwow in Minneapolis
Minnesota’s Native community will celebrate American Indian Month on May 1 with a parade, post-parade celebration, and evening powwow at the Minneapolis American Indian Center.
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Noise Party Vol. 10 Brings Experimental Soundscapes to The Cedar
Noise Party Vol. 10 will be held at the Cedar Cultural Center on Sunday, April 27, 2025, featuring immersive 30-minute sets by six experimental sound artists, each accompanied by live visuals.
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Multidisciplinary Artist Seitu Ken Jones Showcases “Channeling Blacks & Blues” Exhibit at St. Thomas
Acclaimed artist and community visionary Seitu Ken Jones is exhibiting his studio work, “Channeling Blacks & Blues”, at the University of St. Thomas, offering a glimpse into his personal artistic exploration and his influence on generations of artists, activists, and urban designers.
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“Follow Your Dreams College & Career Fair” comes to Orchestra Hall
Students are invited to take part in the “Follow Your Dreams College & Career Fair” on Friday, May 2, at Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis. The event is designed to connect high school students with colleges, training programs, and career pathways. The fair exposes students to job options across a wide range of industries, […]
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Wiz Khalifa’s “Taylor Gang The World” Tour hits First Avenue on May 25
Hip-hop icon Wiz Khalifa is bringing his “Taylor Gang The World” Tour to First Avenue in Minneapolis on Sunday, May 25, 2025, with Chevy Woods, Fedd the God, and DJ Bonics performing.
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Turning Waste into Work: Celebrating Earth Day with Purpose and Impact
Second Chance Recycling and Furnish Office & Home are hosting an open house event this Earth Month, celebrating their commitment to reducing waste, creating jobs, and transforming lives by offering deeply discounted, gently used furniture and transitional jobs to formerly incarcerated individuals.
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Threads of Impact: A celebration of Black designers and beauty innovators
Join us for Threads of Impact, a powerful Sister Spokesman event celebrating the creativity and influence of Black designers, retailers, and beauty innovators shaping the Twin Cities fashion scene, featuring a live fashion show, beauty showcase, vendor marketplace, and food and refreshments.
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Art in Bloom Returns to Mia with Fresh Florals and Springtime Spirit
MINNEAPOLIS — Celebrate the arrival of spring with one of Minneapolis Institute of Art’s most beloved traditions. Art in Bloom, presented by the Friends of the Institute, returns for a four-day celebration from April 24–27, 2025, filling Mia’s galleries with color, fragrance, and imagination. Free and open to all, the annual festival invites visitors to […]
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Trivia Night at Du Nord Cocktail Room Brings Laughs, Learning, and Community Vibes Every Tuesday
Good Camel Comedy Theater hosts a weekly Trivia Night at the Du Nord Cocktail Room, starting at 6:30 p.m., with themed questions, prizes, and a community atmosphere.
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Dilla Day Twin Cities Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Slum Village and Special Guests
The Twin Cities will host the 10th annual Dilla Day celebration on May 17, featuring performances by Slum Village, Guilty Simpson, St. Paul Slim, and Jandeltha Rae, with a meet-and-greet with Ma Dukes.