Hopkins Center for the Arts hosted ENOUGH! Plays to End Gun Violence, with Stages Theatre Company presenting six teen-written shorts chosen from 127 national submissions. Youth artists say the work is raw and empowering. Recommended for ages 14+.
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Stages Theatre Brings Charlotte’s Web to Life with Aerial Magic
Stages Theatre Charlotte’s Web plays Sept 26 to Oct 26 on the Hopkins Mainstage. A 60 minute, all ages production with an aerial Charlotte, a standout youth cast, and plenty of heart.
Posted inLocal & State
Back in the Day award honors Al Brown as ‘Guardian of the Story’
Al Brown was awarded the 2025 Guardian of the Story Award at Southside Back In The Day for his decades of work in the Black Press and community storytelling, presented by MSR publisher Tracey Williams-Dillard.
Posted inPhoto Galleries
MSR 91st Anniversary Gala Honors Legacy and Celebrates Community
The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder’s 91st Anniversary Gala celebrated the heartbeat of a healthy community with music, storytelling, and a commitment to sustaining Black voices in media.
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Black Men’s Wellness Day to Energize the Twin Cities September 13
Black Men’s Wellness Day brings health, fitness, and community celebration to Powderhorn Park Sept. 13.
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6th Annual Black Entrepreneur State Fair returns to uplift community and celebrate Black excellence
The Black Entrepreneur State Fair, founded in the wake of the George Floyd uprising, returns to Lake Street Aug. 10–16 for a week of culture, commerce, and connection.
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V-Fest brings healthy good times to St. Paul
St. Paul’s V-Fest returns July 26 with a free day of music, movement, wellness, and cultural healing. This community-powered celebration blends joy and justice in one of the summer’s most uplifting events.
Posted inFinance
Metro Black business growth among nation’s fastest
Dr. Andre Perry joined Twin Cities leaders to launch Black Power Scorecard, highlighting data-driven strategies to boost Black wealth, homeownership, and life expectancy.
Posted inBlack History
Celebrating Black History Month in the Twin Cities: A vibrant array of events
Celebrate Black History Month in the Twin Cities with various events throughout the month, including book launches, musical performances, and cultural celebrations.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Celebrate Juneteenth 2023: event highlights in the Twin Cities and beyond
From music to parades, festivals, block parties and cookouts, here are Juneteenth event highlights.
Posted inArts + Culture, Music
7 ways to celebrate Prince’s enduring legacy
Seven ways to celebrate Prince the week of his 65th birthday.
Posted inArts + Culture
WEEKEND TOP 5 | August 17-18
Here are the editors’ picks of free or low-cost community events around town.
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WEEKEND TOP 5 | July 25-28
From art in the park to music by the lake, this weekend offers plenty of opportunities to get outdoors and savor the summer days.
Posted inArts + Culture
WEEKEND TOP 5 | July 4-7: fireworks and community fun
Find the editors’ picks of free or low-cost happenings around town this Fourth of July weekend.
Posted inArts + Culture
Weekend Top 5 | May 31-June 2
Weekend radar: Here are the editors’ picks of free or low-cost events around town.
Posted inBlack History Month, Special Editions
Black History Month Calendar: Feb. 1-11, 2020
Each week this month, MSR editors share their top picks for events celebrating Black History Month.
Posted inArts + Culture, Bulletin
Community calendar: Runway Africa, Open Streets, Assata Speaks & more!
Here are the MSR editors’ top picks of free (and low-cost) events, arts and activities to enjoy throughout the Twin Cities and greater metro area. September 21-29 Saturday, September 22 Girl Time – All About Girls and Engineering 9am-4pm @ The Works Museum, 9740 Grand Ave. S., Mpls. $12. Members free Hands-on activities and demonstrations […]