Author: Kate Iverson

MUSIC
Kevin Mahogany Sings Big Joe Turner



Mahogany’s resemblance to Turner is more physical than vocal. While
matching Big Joe’s large, expansive frame, Mahogany is more dulcet
crooner than blues shouter, closer in spirit to another vocalist he
feted four years ago on his Mahogany Music label, Johnny Hartman. But
Mahogany did play a Turner-Jimmy Rushing composite in Robert Altman’s
film, Kansas City, and as recently as last year was playing Turner
tribute gig at Birdland in New York with the likes of saxophonist Red
Holloway and pianist Cyrus Chestnut. While not quite so star-studded,
the lineup at the Dakota includes a gloriously gutbucket rhythm section
of Blue Note and Groove Merchant recording artists Reuben Wilson on the
B-3 organ, Grant Green’s son, Grant Green Jr., on guitar, and renowned
session and ex-Living Colour drummer JT Lewis—and vocalist Kathy Kosins
to boot. But the main attraction remains Mahogany who in addition to
the Turner material has done albums devoted to romantic ballads, big
band standards and Motown hits, and unearthed the essential strengths
of every style while showcasing his own silky baritone. Listening to
this ace band launch into “Roll ‘Em Pete,” “Shake, Rattle & Roll,”
or other standards associated with Turner will likely open the spigot
on the more freewheeling side of his nature. – Britt Robson



July 21st & 22nd, 7pm & 9:30pm, Dakota Jazz Club, 1010 Nicollet Mall, Downtown Minneapolis, $20-$25

FILM

The Dark Knight



The Dark Knight
is an impossibly good crime drama, populated with memorable characters
and constructed with textured ideas about morality and justice and
society’s ability to effectively mete it out against the world’s evils.
It is an instant classic for comic book fans and is one of the most
intensely entertaining films in years. The quality of the cast is exceeded only by director Christopher Nolan’s assured guidance of
all his film’s moving parts. Weaker genre films are often drenched in
selfish art direction, but Nolan favors a subtler approach that builds
on the style established in the first film and he composes action and
violence firmly grounded in reality. Audiences overdosed on poorly
implemented computer graphics fakery will find The Dark Knight a jolting tonic. – Joe Kvam



Read the full review HERE.



Locations and times vary, click HERE for local listings.





BENEFIT EVENT

Summer Sounds


Do a little good tonight! The Minneapolis Aquatennial and The Harrington Foundation have teamed up for this year’s Summer Sounds benefit event. With proceeds going to help create scholarships for students in need, Summer Sounds is a good cause with a great party attached to it. Come enjoy the dynamic jazz stylings of local legend Debbie Duncan
along with Parisota Hot Club, The New Primitives, Bill Duna and the
Latin Jazz Combo, and many more. Put your bids down on a vast array of
items in the silent auction which will include vacation packages,
retail gift certificates and artwork, then enjoy the delicious buffet
by D’amico Catering. Not quite enough? You’ll also get to rub elbows
with the Aquatennial’s Queen of The Lakes, which I’m sure is something you’ve been dreaming about your entire life…right?



6-10pm, Calhoun Beach Club, 2925 Dean Parkway, Minneapolis, $40 Advance, $50 Door

DISCUSSIONS/ART

MAEP Community Meeting

Attention artists and art appreciators! As many of you already know, beloved coordinator of The Minnesota Artist’s Exhibition Program, Stewart Turnquist, who held his post for the past 31 years, resigned unexpectedly last week. Many local artists are concerned,
fearing the future of the artist-run program – which under Turnquist’s
leadership has successfully maintained a collaboration between the MIA
and the statewide artist community. Come down to the MIA this Saturday morning for a public forum which will invite those with questions and concerns about the future of MAEP to speak their mind. Our local artists need
your show of support, so if you appreciate the vibrant arts and culture scene
that has been so carefully cultivated in our fair city throughout the years, or you are an artist yourself – your input is
absolutely vital!

Saturday, 10:30am-Noon, The MIA, Pillsbury Auditorium, 2400 3rd Avenue South, Minneapolis, Free

ART

All Buildings Dream in Blueprints



One of my fave Minneapolis photographers and an all-around talented fellow, Eric William Carroll,
opens this amazing solo exhibition at Augsburg College’s Christensen
Center Art Gallery tonight. Using light and blueprint paper, Carroll
transforms three-dimensional objects and spaces into two-dimensional
images using an old-timey photography process referred to as diazotype.
Cool, right? It gets cooler. The installation includes a 2-D,
large-scale recreation of Augsburg’s annual Student Art Exhibit, which
was on display in the same gallery this past April. All Buildings Dream in Blueprints
merges memory with this very moment, creating a visual version of deja
vu that is as pretty as it is fascinating. Runs through September 5th.



Friday, Reception 5:30pm-7:30pm, Christensen Center Art Gallery, Augsburg College, 720 22nd Ave. S, Minneapolis, Free

MUSIC

Anthony Cox, Phil Hey & Chris Lomheim

Here’s a gig that lets you strain the brandy or fine single malt over
your tongue while you swell with pride for living in a place with such
a vibrant local jazz scene. Cox is an internationally renowned bassist
who had Billy Higgins and Dewey Redman on his first record and happens
to call the Twin Cities home. Hey is a protégé of Ed Blackwell and has
been arguably the top drummer in town for two decades. They’ve formed
trios with pianist Billy Carrothers and guitarist Dean Magraw, among
others, but when Cox called Lomheim as well as Hey to fill some
corporate dates, things took a quieter, albeit very satisfying, turn.
Lomheim favors the melancholy of Bill Evans and is also a composer of
some note. Cox, who always admired Evans’ bassist Scott Lafaro, was
amenable to that approach. The first time they played the AQ a few
months back was reportedly a luminous affair. Despite their Ornettish
associations, Cox and Hey are enjoying the hushed, relaxed groove of
calling out standards-be it Monk or Jerome Kern, with Lomheim always
bringing at least one original for variety-and spooling out the
interplay. -Britt Robson



Friday & Saturday 9pm, Artists Quarter, 408 St. Peter Street, St. Paul, $10





FESTIVALS

Highland Fest



I spent a good chunk of my youth living in St. Paul’s Highland Park
neighborhood, and the bustling Highland Village was a primo spot for
within-walking-distance loitering. Each summer for three days, tents,
moonwalks, food vendors and more come out of the woodwork to turn this
specialty shop-infested three block stretch into an arts and crafts mecca,
and the whole neighborhood turns up to spend their hard-earned cash on
pottery, dreamcatchers and cheese curds. The best part, of course, is
the beer garden set up near the library, where you can sip (or guzzle)
3.2 Bud Light while enjoying the musical stylings of such safe-bet acts as Martin Zellar, Yodel A-Go-Go, and tons more. Highland Fest is a fun
stroll-through, a decent excuse to scarf down some mini donuts, and a
good way to get some sun! Watch out for off-leash children



Friday-Sunday, Highland Park, Ford Parkway & Cleveland Ave, St. Paul, Free

WINE & DINE

A Culinary "Cue" from Chef Alan Shook

Meet Chef Alan Shook from Cue at the Guthrie, get recipe tips from the upcoming World Flavors Dinner Party, and pick up ingredients at Whole Foods to make your own gourmet meal! Chef
Alan will demonstrate cooking techniques, sharing a special
scallop recipe plus dip and sauce recipes from our upcoming World
Flavors event. You’ll learn how to transform asparagus, carrots, and
red peppers into a colorful party mosaic, pretty as a picture and good
enough to eat too!

Don’t forget to RSVP for the World Flavors Wine Dinner and Patio Party at Cue
on July 22nd from 6 to 9pm featuring a multi-course gourmet meal, live
jazz from Irv Williams and Peter Schimke, and more. Grab a date and
enjoy this culinary adventure with us! Click HERE for more info and to reserve your spot!


Saturday, 1-2pm, Whole Foods Market, 3060 Excelsior Blvd, Minneapolis, Free





FESTIVALS

Chiang Banger



Who knew a Thai restaurant could rock so hard? This Sunday throw
caution to the wind and join the crew at delicious Uptown staple Chiang
Mai Thai for their first (and hopefully annual) block party.
Spice up the laziest day of the week with yummy food, ice cold beer and
music from some of the hottest bands in town including local indie
legends, Polara, sexy electro-dream gods Solid Gold,
and many other hipster notables such as Ouija Radio, The Mood Swings,
Shortcuts, Fuck Knights, Frontier, Caroline Smith, Bitch City, and Grey
Skies – with witty banter thrown in between sets by emcee and comedian
Chris Maddock. The perfect end to a smashingly good weekend!



Sunday, 2pm-10pm, Behind Chiang Mai Thai, Lake St. & Girard Ave., Uptown, Free

SPECIAL EVENT
Beer, Brats and Bribery

What’s
better than sitting in the shade of the modern marvel that is the
Guthrie Theater while enjoying a picturesque view of the mighty
Mississip, a juicy gourmet brat and an ice cold Summit beer? Not much,
say I! The last patio party I went to at the Guthrie was a breezy and
fun experience that I’d happily repeat, and if you’re into tasty food
and amazing entertainment (and I know you are), then this is your
ultimate Thursday night destination. For a mere $25 you’ll get not only
brats and beer, but also tickets to The Government Inspector, a spirited and witty comedy about a case of mistaken identity in a small Russian town, written by Jeffrey Hatcher (The Falls and Tuesdays with Morrie).

To score this sweet deal call the Guthrie’s box office at 612-377-2224 and quote price code "AV".

Bonus: Click HERE to reserve your spot for The Rake’s World Flavors Wine Dinner and Patio Party at Cue next week!

5:30pm Patio Party, 7:30pm Play, The Guthrie, 818 2nd Avenue S, Minneapolis, $25

READINGS
Anthony Bukoski: North of Port

While the Twin Cities may be somewhat far removed from the rock-lined shores of Lake Superior,
we’re still close enough to consider it part of our personal heritage
as Minnesotans. I know I’ve made many memories that are wrapped around
the sounds, smells, and experiences I’ve had "up north". Writer Anthony
Bukoski, while on the Northern Wisconsin side of the shoreline, weaves
his tales with similar memories in mind. North of the Port
is a touching collection of twelve short stories dealing with Polish
immigrant families in the mid-20th century, with most of them set in
Bukoski’s home town of Superior, Wisconsin. North of the Port is the author’s fifth book, and the most recent in his Superior-based storytelling legacy that dates back to 1974.

Reading at 7:30pm, Magers & Quinn, 3038 Hennepin Avenue S, Uptown, Free


MUSIC
MOVEMent

North
Loop hotspot Babalu knows just how to combine contemporary elegance
with spicy Latin flav to create the perfect ambiance. Now each
Thursday night you can not only have your tapas, but you can dance
too! Babalu’s new weekly late night happy hour will feature rotating DJs playing smooth electronica while you sip fancy cocktails and nosh on delectable appetizers on the cheap. Try yummy fare such as the Tostada De Tinga with Chipotle
chicken, queso fresco and avacado or flash-fried Calamari
sauteed with garlic and guindilla pepper. Perhaps the Tostones
Rellenos, which features twice fried plantatians stuffed with shrimp?
Indulge, then dance it off!

10pm, Babalu, 800 Washington Avenue North, Minneapolis, Free

MUSIC
Health

Experimental electro rockers Health take over the 7th Street Entry tonight for a show that will most likely be packed to the gills with hipsters in fanny packs and neon sunglasses.
Go ahead and roll your eyes, but make no mistake – Health is as vigorous
as their name suggests, and much more adventurous than you may expect.
Their glamorous art-noise is synthed-out, almost danceable, and perhaps
a bit reminiscent of classic Sonic Youth – if Sonic Youth were robots,
of course. Health’s list of impressive collaborations is quite long as
well, with dance remixes by such electro scene faves as Pink Skull and Crystal Castles. So, get thee to the Entry tonight for a dose of something new, and don’t be afraid to rock that neon!

8pm, 7th Street Entry, 701 1st Avenue, Downtown Minneapolis, $10

MUSIC
Transmission: New Wave Celebration

The
best dance party in the Twin Cities just so happens to occur at a cute
neighborhood bar in the North Loop every Wednesday. Didn’t ya know?
Well, I’ll be happy to fill you in. The brainchild of DJ Jake Rudh (who not so coincidentally has won the title of "Best Club DJ" for the past six years), Transmission
is one of the city’s longest running dance nights, and despite a few
venue changes, loyal followers keep coming back for more. Described as
"a night for people who like good music", Transmission serves up
everything from French pop to yacht rock, shoegaze to no wave, to
post-punk, pub rock, synth-pop, and so much more. However, tonight is
all about NEW WAVE! Feather your hair and bust out those venetian-blind sunglasses and slink down to Transmission – you’ll even have a chance to win tix to the upcoming English Beat show at First Avenue!

10pm, Clubhouse Jager, 923 Washington Avenue N, Minneapolis, Free

MUSIC
Jackson’s Juke Joint featuring Ron Franklin & Jeff Ray

Looking for a bit more of a down-home vibe tonight? The 331
Club has the perfect solution. Sidle up to the bar, order one of the 331’s
signature $2.50 drink specials, kick back and let bluesy singer/songwriters Ron Franklin and Jeff Ray take you down a nostalgic, soulful road. Southern boy Franklin kicks things off at 7pm with his Bob Dylan-esque crooning and winsome
good looks followed by Jeff Ray at 9:30, a local folkie whose blues driven
acoustic melodies are smooth and sunny, with a dash of pop sensibility. All in all, a chilled out night at the 331 Club in Northeast.

7pm, 331 Club, 331 13^th Ave. NE, Northeast
Minneapolis, Free

Honorable mentions:

Winship, Mike 2600, Millionth Word @ Turf Club
Tom Hunter @ The Dakota
Heathcliff & the 88s @ Big V’s
Molly Maher & Her Disbelievers @ Nye’s
Down Lo @ The Cabooze
3 Kings Reggae Jam @ The Nomad
Al’s Rockabilly Quartet @ Lee’s Liquor Lounge

TICKETS NOW ON SALE!
Attitude City Yacht Club 2008
Saturday July 26th, 9pm, $30

I wanted to let ya’ll in on this before it sells out! Join disco yacht jocks Karl Frankowski and Jeff Dubois of Attitude City for their annual glamour cruise down the mighty Mississippi. Enjoy the luxury of the biggest yacht on the river and dance all night to the sexy sounds of Attitude City and Mike the 2600 King. This is one of THE most glam, talked about events of the summer – trust me, I’ve been! Fashion dress is strongly encouraged, so start planning that outfit now. Again, this WILL sell out, tickets are limited, so stop into Cliché or ROBOTlove today to pick yours up, or go to attitudecity.com.

FILM

The Marconi Bros



I love independent film, and I love it even more when it’s free! Come on down to the Lagoon tonight for a screening of The Marconi Bros, a
side-splitting comedy produced right here in Minnesota. Directors
Marco Ricci and Michael Canzoniero will present their film, which was
one of ten selected for participation in the IFP Rough Cut Lab
last June, and made it’s premier at SXSW this year to fantastic reviews. This
funny flick follows the antics of two doofy brothers (Dan Fogler and
Brendan Sexton III) who leave their family business as carpet
installers to try their hand at wedding videography, wooed by the
charismatic Louis Lou Burns (John Polito), playboy and king of the Long
Island wedding video business. And as you may have guessed, hilarity
ensues. After the screening, follow the crowd over to The Independent in Calhoun Square for cocktails and film-chat with the directors.



7pm, Lagoon Cinema, 1320 Lagoon Ave, Uptown, Free

ART
Split Rock Soirée

An evening of art and culture never hurt anyone! Come to the Weisman tonight and enjoy an entertaining and informative event that celebrates the amazing energy, drive, and talent of the Split Rock Arts
faculty. Listen as artists Anna Carlson, Cheng-Khee Chee, Ana Lisa
Hedstrom, Clive King, Lampo Leong, and Patricia Mink discuss their work
and creative processes, then stick around for a festive meet-and-greet
reception where you can chat personally with the artists, check out
their work, enjoy refreshments and learn more about Split Rock’s
vibrant history and programming! Want to make it a date night? After
the reception, hit the nearby Kitty Cat Klub for a late dinner and the alt-country stylings of Bernie King.

7pm, Weisman Art Museum, 333 East River Pkwy, Dinkytown, $5 (free for U of M Students)



MUSIC
Frozen Tundra

If
you’re into music in any non-mainstream sense, you surely know that the
Midwest is a major hotbed for up and coming rappers, hip-hoppers, and
beat-makers. Just look at buzzed-about local heroes such as Atmosphere,
P.O.S., Truth Maze, and Muja Messiah if you don’t believe me! Tonight,
however, welcomes our homeboys from the near easterly land of cheese and beer (Wisconsin) to our own land of lakes and beer for an exciting performance that all hip-hop heads will appreciate. Frozen Tundra’s
concoction of witty flow laid over cool choruses is as unique musically as it is clever, and with lines like "shake that ass like it’s a game of
yahtzee", I can’t imagine you’ll have any problem identifying. The Hot
Box and Lothario open.

8pm, The Fine Line Music Cafe, 318 1st Avenue N, Downtown Minneapolis, $3

MUSIC
Movies and Music in the Park featuring The Alarmists



This annual tradition is one of my favorites. I still remember my first
time in 1992 or ’93…I was an angsty 15 year old when I went to see Babes in Toyland play – a band which I held in the highest regard (and I had the Lori Barbero-style dreads
to prove it). That evening became a memory that I still identify as
being one of the first times I really felt like I was part of an
important scene. While Movies and Music in the Park
may not become such an epic memory for most, I still relish the thought
that a few young and inspired music fans may find their way there to
experience the camaraderie that I did on that long-ago summer eve. Tonight’s musical act is The Alarmists,
an energetic troupe of local phenoms whose indie pop-rock sensibility is as
charming as it is danceable. Following their performance, enjoy a
screening of the Marx Brother’s comedy, Duck Soup. Bring a blanket to sit on!



Music at 7pm, Film at Dusk, Loring Park, Hennepin & Grant St., Minneapolis, Free

READINGS

Susan Quinn: Furious Improvisation



Tonight at Common Good Books get up close and personal with author Susan Quinn, who will read from her new book Furious Improvisation. A gripping recount of an epic time in American history when the Depression was in full swing and the controversial Federal Theater Project,
a daring experiment by the U.S. government, engaged, inspired, and
offended audiences far and wide. Focusing on remarkable visionary Hallie Flanagan,
director of the Theater Project, the Roosevelt administration, and the
social turmoil spurred on by anti-communist sentiment, Quinn documents
a captivating era in this fascinating portrayal.



Want to make an evening of it? Try tasty tapas or a lamb burger at W.A. Frost’s bar popular for its upscale but affordable fare – just around the corner from Common Good.



7:30pm, Common Good Books, 165 N. Western Ave., St. Paul, Free





FILM

There Nor There



If you’ve never been to the historic Suburban World Theatre before, you’ve simply got
to check it out. Lucky for you, I’ve got the perfect excuse for a jaunt
to this beautiful old Uptown landmark! Through Wednesday, The Suburban
World is offering a special deal for screenings of locally produced
independent film There Nor There, complete with a glass of wine for $15. A cute date night for filmies, There Nor There is
a dramatic portrayal of four friends struggling to find their place in
society after college. After one of the friends unexpectedly commits
suicide, leaving a bizarre note behind, the group is thrown into an
altered state, loosely based on Dante’s "Purgatory", where nothing is
what it seems – and the future depends on one final choice.



7:30 or 10pm Showings, Suburban World Theatre, 3022 Hennepin Avenue, Uptown, $15

MUSIC
The Swingset

Did the long work day take the spring out of
your step? Head down to Cafe LoTo for a hepcat-friendly happy hour that
will have you snappin’ your fingers in no time. The Swingset is a
bi-weekly series that will feature the snazzy jazzy stylings of Supreme Privacy,
a trio comprised of Devon Gray and Sean McPherson of Heiruspecs, and Andy
Blessing. Come relax in the clean, modern ambiance of Cafe LoTo, sip
cocktails and try out LoTo’s expansive menu of tasty fare that ranges from upscale bar food to gourmet pizzas to succulent steaks.

5pm-8pm, Cafe LoTo, 380 Jackson Street, Downtown St.Paul, Free

PERFORMANCE

SuperGroup: GroupWork One



I’ve got a soft spot for artsy weirdos, and artsy weirdos these are. New avant garde performance troupe "SuperGroup"
will premiere their brand-spankin’ new
dance/performance/art/theater/sculpture piece this weekend at the
Bedlam Theatre to most likely baffled, but surely enraptured audiences.
Collaborating with NYC-based performance artist Abby Browde, the group
with take you on a journey of the absurd and the beautiful in this
movement exploration of construction, destruction, monument and art. As
the group says, "There’s no it to get – or maybe infinite its to be gotten". Want to make an evening of it? Feast at the Red Sea right around the corner, then head to the Bedlam for drinks and glorious oddity.



Friday, 7pm (Through Sunday), Bedlam Theater, 1501 S. 6th Street, West Bank





ART

Face the Nation

The affect of the changing world on typography will be on display when
the Minnesota Center for Book Arts presents Face the Nation,
a new
exhibit that begins July 12 in the Star Tribune Foundation Gallery. The
changes in typography between 1900 and 1960 – a period that
encompassed two World Wars – will show how the desire to reinforce,
redefine or transcend national identities shaped their design thanks in
part to changes in technology. Two coordinating exhibitions will
feature the work of two designers who explore typography in
contemporary graphic design. There will also be several presentations,
workshops, discussions and screenings included throughout. – Andrew Newman



Friday, Reception 6-9pm, MN Center for Book Arts, 1011 Washington Avenue, Minneapolis

SPECIAL EVENT

Zinefest



An annual tradition, the Minneapolis Zinefest
plays host to some of the Midwests’ best homegrown artists and writers.
This two-day event at Steven’s Square Center for the Arts celebrates
independently published and DIY books (zines) made by Twin Cities
zinesters. Over 30 exhibitors will be peddling their wares throughout
the weekend along with displays of vintage Minneapolis zines, an art
show, demos, discussions, and documentaries. Reading local zines is a
cool way to beef up your underground pop culture street-cred, and
Zinefest is a great place to get schooled on this interesting and
little-known Twin Cities subculture.



Saturday 11-5pm, Sunday 11-4pm, Stevens Square Center for the Arts, 1905 3rd Ave. S, Minneapolis, Free





FASHION

Rox Summer Sip



Did you know Robyne Robinson made jewelry? Well, she does, and it’s totally gorgeous! Rox Jewelry,
her line of strong and earthy diva-wear features one-of-a-kind
creations designed and hand assembled by Robinson herself. Shiny
baubles and raw stone compliment sparkling filigree, tusk, bone, and
precious metals in this aptly named collection. Join Robyne at Bar
Lurcat this Saturday afternoon for a glass of vino and a leisurely
perusal of her finest wares. She can help you select the perfect
compliment to any outfit, from a dazzling centerpiece necklace to the
teensy glint of a delicate earring. Don’t worry boys – Robyne’s got a
men’s line too!



Saturday, Noon-5pm, Bar Lurcat, 1624 Harmon Place, Loring Park, Free





ART

Serious Art



Here’s a truism of modern art: Every new generation of emerging young
artists is convinced it will reinvent the culture. And, strangely
enough, they all go about this reinvention pretty much in the same way:
By making a bunch of meaningless noise. Think of Tristan Tzara here,
and his poems that go nowhere. Think of Jackson Pollock’s random
splotches and drips. Think of the long and ambling filmic experiments
of Warhol’s Factory. It’s not surprising, then, that the upcoming show "Serious Art" at First Amendment Arts of work by young artists Michael Gaughan and the group that calls itself Hardland/Heartland
traffics in the realm of the bizarre and incongruous. Even the PR
material are in on the act, abecedarianally describing the show as,
"absurd, barbaric, concerning, despicable, entertaining, flippant,
gregarious, half-baked, intellectual, jarring, knowledgeable,
ludicrous, mellifluous, non-sensical, outlandish, perplexing,
quadrangular, ridiculous, subversive, typical, urban, verbose,
whimsical, xeroxed, yawn, zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz boring." What
this means, likely, is a colorful and head-scratching aggregation of
colorful drawings, collages, paintings, installations, hand-made books,
music, and fashions. – Michael Fallon


Saturday, First Amendment Arts, 1101 Stinson Blvd., Basment Studios, Northeast Minneapolis, Free





SPECIAL EVENT

Bastille Day Block Party



The fearless folks at Barbette
throw yet another amazing block party in honor of French independence!
If you’re familiar with owner Kim Bartmann’s other endeavors such as Bryant Lake Bowl and The Red Stag Supper Club, you’re well aware that this crew is well-seasoned when it comes to block party throwing. Their annual Bastille Day
celebration will definitely feature more fun in the sun than you’re
used to on a Sunday afternoon, with a Northstar Rollergirls Mini Derby,
an aerialist, a flea market, delicious organic food to your heart’s
content, and a stellar musical lineup that will knock your beret off!
Rock out to local notables such as the Sensational Joint Chiefs, Faux
Jean (the original lineup!), Romantica, Black Blondie, and more.

4-10pm, Outside of Barbette, Irving & Lake Street, Uptown, Free

SPECIAL EVENT

Creative Context



Help kick off this new monthly party in style! l’etoile magazine (one of my side projects) and The Guthrie team up to bring you Creative Context, a post-show party in the Guthrie’s Target Lounge,
hosted by some of the most influential local women in arts and
media. Every 2nd Thursday of the month enjoy happy hour drink specials,
killer tunes by Jonathan Ackerman and DJ Bach, and an opportunity to
pick the brains of some pretty amazing ladies – or just sip vino
with your pals while enjoying the view. This month’s host is Emma Berg,
Director of mplsart.com and head curator for the Gallery at Fox Tax.

You do not need to see a play to attend the party, but I’d highly encourage it – you can see The Government Inspector for a mere $20 at 7:30pm tonight by calling the Guthrie’s box office at 612.377.2224 and quoting the price code "AH".



10pm-Midnight, The Guthrie’s Target Lounge (2nd Floor), 818 2nd Ave. S, Minneapolis, Free

ART

Ars Insurgo & Three Way



Rosalux Gallery does us one better with this evening’s double-header art opening! Debuting in the main galleries, Rosalux members Eddie Hamilton and Dan Young present Ars Insurgo.
A journey of humor and nostalgia for the viewer, Hamilton and Young
investigate everything from debate to youthful memories with their
whimsical paintings and multimedia constructions. Don’t forget to pop
in to Rosalux’s new "Pocket Gallery" which is opening Three Way, an
eclectic array of work by up and coming artists (and exiting interns)
Mike Carney, Lauren Chezik, and Sarah Reuter. Want to make it a date?
I’d definitely recommend checking out Spill the Wine a cute and classy little wine
joint and restaurant about half a block from the Gallery.



7-11pm, Rosalux Gallery, 1011 Washington Avenue, Downtown Minneapolis, Free





FILM

4 Sheets to the Wind & Sikumi (On the Ice)



Lucky Minneapolis! Not only do we have one of the top art museums in the country, but they let everyone in for free on Thursdays ! Stop into the Bazinet Lobby before 7:30 to snap up your free tix to an evening screening of Four Sheets to the Wind and Sikumi (On the Ice).
What makes these films special you ask? Both films have been heralded
for their artistry with prestigious awards from the Sundance Film
Festival and both films are written and directed by Native American filmmakers. The feature length Four Sheets to the Wind,
directed by Sterlin Harjo, weaves the tale of a young man in search of
his identity on the reservation and beyond, with subtly humorous undertones
and thoughtful cinematography. Sikumi (On the Ice), a short film directed by Andrew Okpeaha MacLean. The first film ever to be made in the Iñupiaq language, Sikumi tells the story of an Inuit hunter who inadvertently witnesses a murder.



7:30pm, Walker Art Center Cinema, 1750 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, Free

ART

Jeff Hettwer



With the untimely passing of Jeff Hettwer, the world instantly became a little less beautiful. A vibrant and talented artist, Jeff was tragically killed
in a car accident just over three weeks ago, and even as someone who
knew him only slightly, I can say without hesitation that his bright
shine will be missed by friends, family, and the art community as a
whole. Jeff Hettwer was a passionate artist who was always happy to show and talk about his work with friends and strangers alike, and his studio in the Northrup King Building
was constantly bursting with color and personality. It’s really no
wonder that a memorial art show, at the Walker Art Center no less, has
been organized in his honor tonight. Come take in the amazing work of
this prolific local artist who left us way too soon.



6pm-11pm, Walker Art Center Skyline Room, 1750 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis

FILM
Bicycle Film Festival



The eighth annual event celebrating all things pedal-powered promises
to be more than just your average film festival. The 2008 Minneapolis Bicycle Film Festival, running July 9 – 12, features music, films and,
yes, maybe even a little biking. The festival, just one of many being held around the world this summer,
kicks off July 9 at 8 p.m. with a Bikes Rock party at the 7th Street Entry. The screenings begin on July 10 with a showing of the beloved
1979 sports classic *Breaking Away*. Screenings will be held at the
Riverview Theater, Macphail Center for Music, the Theatre de la Jeune
Lune and other venues. Valet bicycle parking will be provided! – Andrew Newman


July 9th-12th, Various times and locations click HERE for full schedule


MUSIC
Reloaded Wednesdays

This
new weekly music night at the Turf Club pays homage to the good old
days, namely the long-dead and sorely missed Groove Garden series Freeloaded Wednesdays, which ruled The Front back in the late nineties. Reloaded Wednesdays, aptly lead by long time scene staple Sean ‘Twinkie Jiggles’ McPherson of Heiruspecs,
focuses on hip-hop, r&b, and jazz, with a promise of "no fucking
rock music", according to their Myspace page. Tonight’s edition will
feature the cool, cool tunes of Burning City Skyline, Aaron Rice,
Tarlton, and resident record-spinner DJ Anton. Want to make an evening
of it? Hit up greasy but tasty neighborhood spots such as The Best
Steakhouse or Checkerboard Pizza – all within a block of the Turf.

9pm, Turf Club, 1601 University Avenue, St.Paul, $4