Community Announcements
*PLEASE NOTE, THIS IS NOT AN ALL INCLUSIVE LIST OF EVENTS. IT IS VERY LIKELY THERE ARE MORE EVENTS IN the community this month THAT ARE NOT REPRESENTED ON OUR PAGE.*
Save the Date, Latino Legislative Day at the Capital
Monday, March 31st, 2014
Minnesota State Capital Rotunda
The 2014 Legislative Day at the Capital brings together government officials, Latino service members, local Latino artists and artwork, Latino organizations, Latino students and community members alike to celebrate Cesar Chavez Day and highlight the work being done at the Legislature this year to benefit Minnesota's vibrant and growing Latino community.
Schedule:
3:00 pm- Overview of Legislative Agenda and Featured Speakers
3:45 pm- Recognition of Latino Service Members
4:00 pm- Latino Artwork displayed, visits to Exhibitor Tables, and Legislative meetings
Minnesota State Capital Rotunda
The 2014 Legislative Day at the Capital brings together government officials, Latino service members, local Latino artists and artwork, Latino organizations, Latino students and community members alike to celebrate Cesar Chavez Day and highlight the work being done at the Legislature this year to benefit Minnesota's vibrant and growing Latino community.
Schedule:
3:00 pm- Overview of Legislative Agenda and Featured Speakers
3:45 pm- Recognition of Latino Service Members
4:00 pm- Latino Artwork displayed, visits to Exhibitor Tables, and Legislative meetings
CINE LATINO PARTY, The 2014 Festival Spotlight on Spanish-language film
Roxana Saberi
Between Two Worlds: My life and Captivity in Iran
Lecture and Book Signing at University of St. Thomas
The lecture, free and open to the public, will be Monday, April 14, 2014 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Anderson Student Center – Woulfe North & South.
The doors for the lecture will open at 6:30 p.m. Books will be available for sale at the book signing and reception immediately following the lecture.
Roxana Saberi is an author and journalist.
She moved to Iran in 2003 to work as the Iran correspondent for the U.S.-based Feature Story News. She filed reports for organizations such as NPR, BBC, ABC Radio and Fox News and was working on a book about Iran when she was arrested on January 31, 2009. Saberi was later sentenced to eight years in prison on a trumped-up charge of espionage. In May 2009, an Iranian court overturned the sentence, and she was released.
After returning to the United States, Saberi wrote Between Two Worlds: My Life and Captivity in Iran, which was published by HarperCollins and has been translated into several languages. She also worked as a freelance journalist, with articles published in The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, CNN.com, The Daily Beast, and Chicago Tribune. She has been interviewed by organizations such as FOX News, ABC, NBC, CBS, BBC, CNN, PRI, NPR, and C-SPAN, as well as The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.
Parking will be available at the Anderson Parking Facility located at the corner of Cretin Ave. and Grand Ave. Upon entering the ramp do not take a ticket you will need to swipe a credit card at the gate to enter. Upon leaving, you will swipe your credit card again to exit. The length and cost of your stay is automatically determined by the times of your card swipes.
Retrieved from: http://www.stthomas.edu/studentdiversity/events/roxana-saberi.html
The doors for the lecture will open at 6:30 p.m. Books will be available for sale at the book signing and reception immediately following the lecture.
Roxana Saberi is an author and journalist.
She moved to Iran in 2003 to work as the Iran correspondent for the U.S.-based Feature Story News. She filed reports for organizations such as NPR, BBC, ABC Radio and Fox News and was working on a book about Iran when she was arrested on January 31, 2009. Saberi was later sentenced to eight years in prison on a trumped-up charge of espionage. In May 2009, an Iranian court overturned the sentence, and she was released.
After returning to the United States, Saberi wrote Between Two Worlds: My Life and Captivity in Iran, which was published by HarperCollins and has been translated into several languages. She also worked as a freelance journalist, with articles published in The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, CNN.com, The Daily Beast, and Chicago Tribune. She has been interviewed by organizations such as FOX News, ABC, NBC, CBS, BBC, CNN, PRI, NPR, and C-SPAN, as well as The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.
Parking will be available at the Anderson Parking Facility located at the corner of Cretin Ave. and Grand Ave. Upon entering the ramp do not take a ticket you will need to swipe a credit card at the gate to enter. Upon leaving, you will swipe your credit card again to exit. The length and cost of your stay is automatically determined by the times of your card swipes.
Retrieved from: http://www.stthomas.edu/studentdiversity/events/roxana-saberi.html
Join us on World Autism Day
On April 2nd, 2014 from 4:00pm- 8:00pm, The Somali Parents Autism Network in conjunction with ARC Greater Twin Cities, Confederation of Somali Community (CSCM), Somali American Parents Association (SAPA), Minneapolis School District, and the Institute on Community Integration at the U of M, invite you to join us for a networking event commemorating World Autism Day. Dinner will be served.
The event will be hosted at the New Brighton Community Center, Community Room B
400 10th St. NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
For more information, please contact Mariam Egal at (404) 514-3942
[email protected]
The event will be hosted at the New Brighton Community Center, Community Room B
400 10th St. NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
For more information, please contact Mariam Egal at (404) 514-3942
[email protected]
A Thousand Journeys, One Home: Asian Pacific Heritage Day
Sat., April 12, 2014, 12-4 p.m.
Included with museum admission
Friendship, diversity and unity are transplanted to the History Center as artists from the Twin Cities Asian Pacific communities gather to highlight Chinese, Filipino, Hmong, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Tibetan, Thai, and Vietnamese traditions that make connections not only to each other, but to the broader communities in which they live, work, and play. The family day features music and dance performances, food ways demonstrations, displays and art activities.
MNHS wants to help you preserve and share your family history. Bring up to 10 photos on this day and we will scan them for you and give you a CD to take home (while supplies last).
Presented in partnership with the Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans
Website: http://www.minnesotahistorycenter.org/events-programs/thousand-journeys-one-home-asian-pacific-heritage-day
Sat., April 12, 2014, 12-4 p.m.
Included with museum admission
Friendship, diversity and unity are transplanted to the History Center as artists from the Twin Cities Asian Pacific communities gather to highlight Chinese, Filipino, Hmong, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Tibetan, Thai, and Vietnamese traditions that make connections not only to each other, but to the broader communities in which they live, work, and play. The family day features music and dance performances, food ways demonstrations, displays and art activities.
MNHS wants to help you preserve and share your family history. Bring up to 10 photos on this day and we will scan them for you and give you a CD to take home (while supplies last).
Presented in partnership with the Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans
Website: http://www.minnesotahistorycenter.org/events-programs/thousand-journeys-one-home-asian-pacific-heritage-day
SO, WHAT’S THIS ALL ABOUT?
On Saturday, April 26th, Run or Dye (“The World’s Most Colorful 5K”) is coming to St. Paul.We are thrilled that this year, OSCS was chosen as the day’s charity partner!Here’s what that means:1. We bring 100 volunteers with us on run day, and Run or Dye donates $7500 to OSCS.3. You enjoy THE most color-filled day of your life, celebrating life, friendship, fitness, and fun!
TELL ME MORE ABOUT THE VOLUNTEERING.
Here’s what you can expect on run day:
Arrive a little before 7am and finish by 1pm.Tasks may include helping with parking, check-in, water stations, and–of course–throwing color!Water, snacks, and a staff t-shirt will be provided.
Volunteer needs on Thursday and Friday before the run:A smaller number of volunteers are needed to hand out registration packets.Shifts run from 10am-3pm and 3-8pm out of a local sporting goods store in St. Paul (TBD).If you work an entire shift, you will receive a FREE registration to run on Saturday!
IMPORTANT: To volunteer on Thursday or Friday, you MUST e-mail Melanie at [email protected]. Make sure to tell her you are with OSCS. The volunteer registration above is for Saturday only.
If you volunteer for multiple days/shifts, you will be counted multiple times towards our volunteer total. Children are welcome. However, under age 15, they should be accompanied by an adult.
VISIT THE WEBSITE TO REGISTER: http://oscs-mn.org/th_event/run-or-dye/
On Saturday, April 26th, Run or Dye (“The World’s Most Colorful 5K”) is coming to St. Paul.We are thrilled that this year, OSCS was chosen as the day’s charity partner!Here’s what that means:1. We bring 100 volunteers with us on run day, and Run or Dye donates $7500 to OSCS.3. You enjoy THE most color-filled day of your life, celebrating life, friendship, fitness, and fun!
TELL ME MORE ABOUT THE VOLUNTEERING.
Here’s what you can expect on run day:
Arrive a little before 7am and finish by 1pm.Tasks may include helping with parking, check-in, water stations, and–of course–throwing color!Water, snacks, and a staff t-shirt will be provided.
Volunteer needs on Thursday and Friday before the run:A smaller number of volunteers are needed to hand out registration packets.Shifts run from 10am-3pm and 3-8pm out of a local sporting goods store in St. Paul (TBD).If you work an entire shift, you will receive a FREE registration to run on Saturday!
IMPORTANT: To volunteer on Thursday or Friday, you MUST e-mail Melanie at [email protected]. Make sure to tell her you are with OSCS. The volunteer registration above is for Saturday only.
If you volunteer for multiple days/shifts, you will be counted multiple times towards our volunteer total. Children are welcome. However, under age 15, they should be accompanied by an adult.
VISIT THE WEBSITE TO REGISTER: http://oscs-mn.org/th_event/run-or-dye/
MY VOICE SOUGHT THE WIND
A READING WITH SUSAN ABULHAWA
Join us for an evening with Susan Abulhawa, who will read from her newest collection of poems, My Voice Sought the Wind. Plus Q & A, a book signing, and information about Susan Abulhawa's project, Playgrounds for Palestine.
Saturday, April 19, 7 p.m.
Open Book
1011 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
$5 Suggested donation
Book signing and reception to follow
This new work follows Abulhawa's acclaimed novel, Mornings in Jenin, which has been translated into 32 languages since its publication in 2010. My Voice Sought the Wind represents five years of Abulhawa's poetry on the timeless themes of love, loss, identity, and family, brought to life through her vivid observations and intimate personal reflections. She speaks from her own experience, with a style that is romantic, but tinged with disillusionment, often a bit sad and always introspective. The five sections of the book echo her personal journey, from the pain of separation from her homeland and the bitter yet nostalgic memories of the past, through various phases of love and regret, through the experience of mortality, and finally to her reconciliation with the future and hope of new birth.
For more information: http://mizna.org/articles/events/109.shtml
Saturday, April 19, 7 p.m.
Open Book
1011 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
$5 Suggested donation
Book signing and reception to follow
This new work follows Abulhawa's acclaimed novel, Mornings in Jenin, which has been translated into 32 languages since its publication in 2010. My Voice Sought the Wind represents five years of Abulhawa's poetry on the timeless themes of love, loss, identity, and family, brought to life through her vivid observations and intimate personal reflections. She speaks from her own experience, with a style that is romantic, but tinged with disillusionment, often a bit sad and always introspective. The five sections of the book echo her personal journey, from the pain of separation from her homeland and the bitter yet nostalgic memories of the past, through various phases of love and regret, through the experience of mortality, and finally to her reconciliation with the future and hope of new birth.
For more information: http://mizna.org/articles/events/109.shtml
RAWI+Mizna literary gathering!
Call for papers, presentations, & workshops EXTENDED TO APRIL 21
Mizna is partnering with RAWI (Radius of Arab Writers, Inc.) to present the 5th National Literary Gathering, September 18 to 21, at Open Book in Minneapolis, Minnesota. These vibrant conferences are a chance to gather with leading writers, performers, and scholars of Arab American literature in a relaxed and intimate setting. Opening with a mixer at the McKnight Foundation's beautiful space overlooking the Mississippi River. The deadline to submit your ideas for conference programming HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO APRIL 4! Consider sharing your ideas for papers, performances, panels, workshops, and more! Have an unconventional idea? Try us!
READ MORE about the conference, find the CALL FOR PAPERS (due April 21), and register today!
More Information: http://mizna.org/articles/events/107.shtml
Sponsored by the Loft Literary Center
and the McKnight Foundation
READ MORE about the conference, find the CALL FOR PAPERS (due April 21), and register today!
More Information: http://mizna.org/articles/events/107.shtml
Sponsored by the Loft Literary Center
and the McKnight Foundation
Inspiring the Change Makers Among Us
Join us and be inspired by stories of youth and community members who have become leaders and change makers through Wilder’s Youth Leadership Initiative and Neighborhood Leadership Programs locally, regionally, and even globally!
Experience how personal values, cultural awareness, and strong social connections create a powerful foundation as a force for good. Continental breakfast will be served.
This event is free but space is limited; please register by April 17. We hope to see you there!Register here: https://community.wilder.org/events/event-registration
Experience how personal values, cultural awareness, and strong social connections create a powerful foundation as a force for good. Continental breakfast will be served.
This event is free but space is limited; please register by April 17. We hope to see you there!Register here: https://community.wilder.org/events/event-registration
Minnesota History Center Exhibit Presents:
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
Now on view through June 1, 2014
Asian and Pacific Americans make up more than 5% of the U.S. population, over 17 million people—and those numbers are growing. Their ancestral roots represent over 50% of the world, extending from East Asia to Southeast Asia, and from South Asia to the Pacific Islands and Polynesia. This exhibit celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation's history. Rich with compelling stories and images, this 30-banner exhibition takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story was created by the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center.
Asian and Pacific Americans make up more than 5% of the U.S. population, over 17 million people—and those numbers are growing. Their ancestral roots represent over 50% of the world, extending from East Asia to Southeast Asia, and from South Asia to the Pacific Islands and Polynesia. This exhibit celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation's history. Rich with compelling stories and images, this 30-banner exhibition takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story was created by the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center.
Website: http://www.minnesotahistorycenter.org/exhibits/i-want-wide-american-earth-asian-pacific-american-story
Asian and Pacific Americans make up more than 5% of the U.S. population, over 17 million people—and those numbers are growing. Their ancestral roots represent over 50% of the world, extending from East Asia to Southeast Asia, and from South Asia to the Pacific Islands and Polynesia. This exhibit celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation's history. Rich with compelling stories and images, this 30-banner exhibition takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story was created by the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center.
Asian and Pacific Americans make up more than 5% of the U.S. population, over 17 million people—and those numbers are growing. Their ancestral roots represent over 50% of the world, extending from East Asia to Southeast Asia, and from South Asia to the Pacific Islands and Polynesia. This exhibit celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation's history. Rich with compelling stories and images, this 30-banner exhibition takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story was created by the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center.
Website: http://www.minnesotahistorycenter.org/exhibits/i-want-wide-american-earth-asian-pacific-american-story
Minnesota History Center Presents:
African American Farmers in the Civil Rights Era
Tues., 4/22/14, 7 p.m.
Free
During the time when most African Americans were seeing the possibilities of their lives expand, 93% black farmers lost their land. Join Pete Daniel, retired curator at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, for this penetrating exploration of African American farmers' fierce to remain on the land in the face of discrimination.
Website: http://www.minnesotahistorycenter.org/events-programs/special-lectures-and-performances
Free
During the time when most African Americans were seeing the possibilities of their lives expand, 93% black farmers lost their land. Join Pete Daniel, retired curator at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, for this penetrating exploration of African American farmers' fierce to remain on the land in the face of discrimination.
Website: http://www.minnesotahistorycenter.org/events-programs/special-lectures-and-performances
The 2014 Bonnie Jean & Joan Kelly Distinguished Scholar
The Art and Science of Resilience: From Surviving to Thriving
THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2014 - 7:00PMTickets for this event are free, but reservations are required.
An Evening With Joan Borysenko, Ph.D.
Resilience is more than the ability to bounce back from adversity. It’s a transformative process that reveals our inherent nobility, a rite of passage from pieces to peace. Mythologist Joseph Campbell called this passage The Hero’s Journey.
First, change disrupts life as usual. Next we’re plunged into the unknown territory between "no longer" and "not yet." There we can either despair and lose hope or — if we’re resilient — discover new strengths. Finally, we give back the wisdom we’ve gained to others.
Modern psychology and neuroscience have clearly identified the attitudes and practices that support resilience. Both adults and children can learn these skills and help bring one another and our planet through the challenging times we live in.
Joan Borysenko, Ph.D. is a Harvard Medical School–trained cell biologist, a licensed psychologist and a spiritual educator. A pioneer in mind-body medicine and psychoneuroimmunology, she is the founder of Mind-Body Health Sciences, LLC in Boulder, Colorado, and a New York Times–bestselling author of 15 books. Joan has also created a series of audio programs for stress management, healing and resilience training.
Borysenko is a blogger for the Huffington Post and Oprah.com. Learn more atjoanborysenko.com or join the conversation at facebook.com/joanborysenkocommunity.
An Evening With Joan Borysenko, Ph.D.
Resilience is more than the ability to bounce back from adversity. It’s a transformative process that reveals our inherent nobility, a rite of passage from pieces to peace. Mythologist Joseph Campbell called this passage The Hero’s Journey.
First, change disrupts life as usual. Next we’re plunged into the unknown territory between "no longer" and "not yet." There we can either despair and lose hope or — if we’re resilient — discover new strengths. Finally, we give back the wisdom we’ve gained to others.
Modern psychology and neuroscience have clearly identified the attitudes and practices that support resilience. Both adults and children can learn these skills and help bring one another and our planet through the challenging times we live in.
Joan Borysenko, Ph.D. is a Harvard Medical School–trained cell biologist, a licensed psychologist and a spiritual educator. A pioneer in mind-body medicine and psychoneuroimmunology, she is the founder of Mind-Body Health Sciences, LLC in Boulder, Colorado, and a New York Times–bestselling author of 15 books. Joan has also created a series of audio programs for stress management, healing and resilience training.
Borysenko is a blogger for the Huffington Post and Oprah.com. Learn more atjoanborysenko.com or join the conversation at facebook.com/joanborysenkocommunity.
Panafrican Festival of Algiers (Festival Panafricain d’Alger)
TYPE:Free
Events Screenings
GENREFilm
DATE: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, February 28, 2014 –April 30, 2014
PLACE:Lecture Room
PRICE:Free
Screens continuously from 11 am
The first Pan-African Cultural Festival took place in Algiers in July 1969. This historic festival brought a global spotlight to African culture and arts, celebrating the liberation of African nations from colonial rule and calling for the same freedom for the rest of the continent. William Klein’s film captures the sense of jubilation of the moment and provides historical context for understanding a continent united in its desire for freedom. 1969, Algeria/France, in French with English subtitles, 110 minutes.
Walker Art: http://www.walkerart.org/calendar/2014/panafrican-festival-algiers-festival-panafric
Events Screenings
GENREFilm
DATE: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, February 28, 2014 –April 30, 2014
PLACE:Lecture Room
PRICE:Free
Screens continuously from 11 am
The first Pan-African Cultural Festival took place in Algiers in July 1969. This historic festival brought a global spotlight to African culture and arts, celebrating the liberation of African nations from colonial rule and calling for the same freedom for the rest of the continent. William Klein’s film captures the sense of jubilation of the moment and provides historical context for understanding a continent united in its desire for freedom. 1969, Algeria/France, in French with English subtitles, 110 minutes.
Walker Art: http://www.walkerart.org/calendar/2014/panafrican-festival-algiers-festival-panafric
Dreaming On – NAVIGATE Gala 2014
Join Navigate to celebrate the 1 Year Anniversary of the MN Dream Act and networking with other immigrant youth, families and allies. Tickets available now: http://bit.ly/1g5dML0
No one will be turned away because of inability to pay.
No one will be turned away because of inability to pay.
The money from the event goes to support:
- Presentations to high school students, families and educators about college access for ALL students.
-Community service internships that develop leadership and professional skills.
- Scholarships for students who do not qualify for federal or state funding.
- Annual NAVIGATE Leadership Development and College Access for Young Immigrants in MN Conference.
- Regional Summits for Allies of MN Undocumented Students.
NAVIGATE was created to address the growing need for resources that help immigrant students, regardless of immigration status, in Minnesota to pursue higher education. Each member of NAVIGATE brings different skills, experiences, and ideas to the organization. Our team is made up of college students ranging from freshman to seniors and graduates of high schools and universities.
More information on Navigate visit: http://www.navigatemn.org/
- Presentations to high school students, families and educators about college access for ALL students.
-Community service internships that develop leadership and professional skills.
- Scholarships for students who do not qualify for federal or state funding.
- Annual NAVIGATE Leadership Development and College Access for Young Immigrants in MN Conference.
- Regional Summits for Allies of MN Undocumented Students.
NAVIGATE was created to address the growing need for resources that help immigrant students, regardless of immigration status, in Minnesota to pursue higher education. Each member of NAVIGATE brings different skills, experiences, and ideas to the organization. Our team is made up of college students ranging from freshman to seniors and graduates of high schools and universities.
More information on Navigate visit: http://www.navigatemn.org/
MIZNA HAFLA 2014
Save the Date! May 30 to Celebrate 15 Years of Mizna
Celebrating 15 Years of Arab American Film, Literature, and Art
When: May 30, 7 p.m.
Where: The Great Hall, St. Paul
What: A vibrant evening of Arab art
Join us for an exciting evening of Arab art and community. Avant-garde food by the Wadi brother's new catering venture, W&W.
More details and ticket sales coming soon.
Corporate sponsorship package.
Silent auction form.
When: May 30, 7 p.m.
Where: The Great Hall, St. Paul
What: A vibrant evening of Arab art
Join us for an exciting evening of Arab art and community. Avant-garde food by the Wadi brother's new catering venture, W&W.
More details and ticket sales coming soon.
Corporate sponsorship package.
Silent auction form.