Author: Kate Iverson

SPECIAL EVENT

331 Club Blingo



No, not Bingo, BLINGO! The always sassy 331 club puts their spin on your Grandma’s favorite sport
with this weekly hipster-friendly bingo party. Come on down to one of
my fave neighborhood bars (and not just because it’s within stumbling
distance of my place) and prepare yourself for a rowdy night of bingin’ and blingin’.
Hostess with the mostest Ellie Blades will call balls as you try your luck at winning glitzy prizes. Enjoy the
331’s tasty Tuesday $2.50 drink special and fill up on tacos
from Raliegh’s Texas Tacos, which will be in abundance tonight. Never played
bingo to rap music? Well, here’s your chance! After you win that Mr. T
medallion, stick around for some electro-sauve tunes from the likes of
Chemical Hawk, The Economy Team, and the amazing Venus DeMars.


Blingo 7-9pm, Music 9pm-2am, 331 Club, 331 13th Avenue NE, Northeast Minneapolis, Free

LECTURES
Lets Talk About It: Modern Marvels

Every other Tuesday through August the Highland Park Library hosts "Modern Marvels",
a series that will appeal to both comic book afficiandos and the
culturally curious. Focusing on graphic novels by Jewish artists,
tonight’s edition will spotlight "The Complete Maus: A Survivor’s Tale", a famous graphic novel by Art Spiegelman.
A moving and beautifully illustrated historic recount of the experiences of
the artists’ parents Vladek and Anna, who came of age in Europe on the
verge of Nazism, and their sad tale of survival in the concentration
camps. A serious story with a twinge of irony in it’s characters, Maus
depicts Jews as mice, Nazis as cats, Polish as pigs, and Frenchmen as
frogs. Tonight’s discussion will be moderated by Professor Judith Katz.


7pm, Highland Park Library, 1974 Ford Parkway, St. Paul, Free


MUSIC
9 Nights of Music

The Minnesota History Center
is retro-central tonight with an extended evening of solid gold rock n’
roll along with a 50s fashion show. If you missed May’s Retrorama, this might be just the ticket! The evening also serves as a tribute to the Society’s Minnesota’s Greatest Generation project
which encourages the public to share their stories of family members
who lived during the Depression, and in honor of this iconic time
period, the History Center challenges you to dress the part! Show up in
50s threads and strut your stuff in the fashion show, or simply twist
and shout to fun retro cover band The Rockin’ Hollywoods. This is an
outdoor party, so bring a blanket to sit on, and protect that vintage
frock from modern grass stains!

6:30pm, Minnesota History Center (Outdoors), 345 W. Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, Free

FAMILY

History HiJinx: The State on a Stick: Sesquicentennial Hat

Did you know Minnesota is 150 years old this year? Well, it is, and the
Minnesota History Center has been throwing her (yes, Minnesota is a girl) an epic year-long b-day bash to celebrate. If you’ve not checked out the MN150 exhibit yet, here’s a good excuse that also may appeal to your fashionable side; today through August 22nd, try your creative paw at millinery at this History Center sponsored art activity
for all ages. The Center will provide you with a hat to embellish with
assorted Minnesota-themed bric-a-brac such as state symbols, flags,
stars, and ribbons. So, make a date with the Minnesota History Center
and celebrate L’Etoile du Nord’s sesquicentennial in style!

11am-3pm, Minnesota History Center, 345 Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, Museum admission $10 Adults, $5 Children

MUSIC

Jimmy Eat World



Arizona rockers Jimmy Eat World came onto the underground alternative music scene back in the early nineties – right around the time that the unfortunate "grunge"
trend was in full effect. By easily garnering the respect of the dirty
flannel wearing masses, Jimmy Eat World has been able to carve out and
maintain a huge fan-base to this day with their power punkish static
riffs and juicy hooks. Tonight’s show will most definitely feature
plenty of unkempt 30-somethings reminiscing on the days of yore when girls
wore babydoll dresses with Doc Martins and smelling bad was en vogue.



5:30pm, All Ages, First Avenue, 701 1st Ave. N, Downtown Minneapolis, $25





ART

Genus Elephas



Just in time for the Republican National Convention, Premier Gallery goes the safe route with an elephant-themed art show. This technically non-politically charged but Republican
tourist-friendly exhibit features painting, sculpture, and mixed media
work by local and national artists. Juried by a panel of museum
specialists, this exhibit will explore "imagery of the elephant and the human fixation with elephant-inspired art".
While Premier is always quite tame (which makes sense considering their
primo retail spot downtown Minneapolis), the harmless political twirl
to this show ought to appeal to everyone, because, lets face it,
Republican mascot or not, elephants are cute!



Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, Premier Gallery, 141 S. 7th Street, Downtown Minneapolis, Free

FAMILY

A Taste of Minnesota

Party with the masses at this annual blowout celebration of Minnesota
in all it’s glory! The Taste of Minnesota is all about music, revelry,
and most importantly, FOOD. This extravaganza almost (almost)
puts the State Fair to shame with an endless list of delightfully
unhealthy delicacies. While the Taste doesn’t have deep fried Spam like
the Fair, it does boast fried cheesecake, fried apples, and fried ribs. Mmmm…heart-attacky! Once your arteries are comfortably clogged, take in tuneage
by likes of R.E.O. Speedwagon, The Zombies, Seether, and Eddie Money –
just to name a few. If you’re traveling with little ones, there’s
plenty to keep them entertained;
carnival rides, kid-friendly performances, paddleboat tours, dance
parties, and even fireworks each night at 10:15. Just don’t forget the leash.

Thurs., Sat., Sun. 1 p.m.-10:40 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 10:40 p.m., Harriet Island, Downtown St.Paul, Free





ART

First Thursdays in the Arts District



Now that the Art-A-Whirl after-glow has worn off a bit, you ought to be
primed and ready for another round of art-crawlin’ in Northeast. First
Thursdays in The Arts District
is the perfect chance to leisurely peruse open studios minus the
throngs of tourists nipping at your heels. Stop into The Casket Arts
Building, the Thorpe Building, The Q.arma Building, or any number of
Arts District staples, then make a cameo at the Northrup King Building,
the granddaddy of all art buildings, for tons of open studios AND a
special "surprise" in the parking lot…Is it a dance routine? A pie
eating contest? Bingo? You’ll have to come to find out.



Thursday, 5-9 p.m., Northeast Arts District, Various locations, Free

FILM

10 Second Film Festival



Is ten seconds long enough to spark real emotion? Put your reaction time to the test tonight at the Soap during this annual outdoor film festival!
Over 100 ten-second film submissions will compete for best-of awards in
such categories as "Under the Influence", "Arthouse", "Kubrick Award",
"Most Disturbing" and more. The Soap makes this yearly tradition even
more raucous with live bands, a beer truck, and a panel of fun
celebrity judges. Get a bird’s-eye view of the Riverfront fireworks
at 10 p.m., with the festival starting promptly at 10:15. Then, come back to the Soap Factory
between noon on Saturday and noon on Sunday for a full 24 hours of
performance and new media with Artery 24.

Friday, 10 p.m., The Soap Factory, 518 2nd Street SE, Minneapolis, Free





ART

Freedom: Annual Juried Art Show & Resident Artists Show



Altered Esthetics jumps on the patriotic bandwagon for the second year in a row with this "freedom" themed group show.
Considering AE’s liberal nature, and considering that artists typically
lean towards the radical rather than the conservative, it’s probably safe to say that this exhibit will have plenty of cool art with extra political
undertone. If you’re not in the mood for heavy topics, however, don’t
despair – This month AE puts on a double header show with work by their
Resident Artists as well. One major highlight is the installation by
mysterious local art duo "Pop Vomit",
which consists of a huge wall covered floor to ceiling with
duplicated and vibrantly colored panels of Warhol-esque proportions –
with a modern graphic twist. So, get yourself down to Altered Esthetics
for this red-white-and-blue-inspired opening reception which will also feature a barbecue, live music
and more. The perfect pre-fireworks activity if you want to keep your
evening all-american! Runs through July 26th.



Friday, 7-10 p.m., Altered Esthetics Gallery, 1224 Quincy Street NE, Northeast Minneapolis, Free





MUSIC

Roomful of Blues



Being one of the classiest joints in town, the Dakota Jazz Club
knows just how to create a mood with their alluring ambiance, cool,
cool music, and decadent cuisine, and this weekends’ festivities will once again prove it. World-class ensemble Roomful of Blues rolls
in for a full weekend of jazzy jump-blues, soul, swing and r&b.
Singer Dave Howard, well known for his soulful vocals, adds a gritty and
nostalgic charm to this engaging group of mega-talented musicians, lead
by guitarist Chris Vachon. Make an exquisite evening of it by mixing
your music with a meal – The Dakota shines in the dining department
with gourmet fare
such as Scallion Crusted American Kobe Beef Tenderloin, Star Prairie
Trout Roulade, and Yucca Root Gnocchi, just to name a few. Or, just
stick to vino – the Dakota’s got an amazing selection that will please wine snobs and booze-hounds alike.



Saturday & Sunday, 7 p.m. or 9:30 p.m., The Dakota Jazz Club, 1010 Nicollet Mall, Downtown Minneapolis, $21-$27





MUSIC

Acoustic Sunrise Series: Larry Ravenswood


Pop in to the Minneapolis Institute of Arts this bright and cheerful Sunday morning for some coffee and live music, then stick around for the art! Each Sunday, the MIA’s ArtsBreak Cafe
hosts a different acoustic musician to entertain while you sip your
latte and scarf down a scone. You’re especially in luck this time
around because local silver-tounged smoothie Larry Ravenswood
will treat you to a dose of his grooved-out, acoustic indie
pop from 11am to 1pm. After you’ve got your fill of tunes and tea take
a meander through the expansive galleries of the beautiful Minneapolis
Institute of Arts, which if you ask me, is the perfect lazy Sunday afternoon
experience. Acoustic Sunrise is sponsored by The Rake and Cities 97, so
you know it’s good!



Sunday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Minneapolis Institute of Arts, 2400 3rd Ave. S, Minneapolis, Free

MUSIC

Dave Wolfe & The Wolfmen with Sweet Mamma J

There’s a hootenanny down at Lee’s tonight! You’re in for an old-timey treat with local Rockabilly legend Dave Wolfe
(of Sci-Fi Western, The Vibro Champs, and Reverse Cowgirl fame) playing
his infectious brand of moody country rock n’ roll along with his
backup band, The Wolfmen. If Dave’s super sexy swagger isn’t enough for
you, factor in the bluesy Tammy Wynette-esque stylings of Sweet Mamma J and The Lonesome Fugitives;
a local roundup of talented country crooners who, for tonight, turn
Lee’s into a small town roadhouse of the most nostalgic variety. Drink
your whiskey straight up and grab your sweetheart for a dance – and if
you’ve got two left feet, get to Lee’s early for free dance lessons
with Shannon at 8pm!

9pm, Lee’s Liquor Lounge, 101 Glenwood Avenue, Minneapolis, $5

WINE

Summer Wine Tasting

If you’re a wine connoisseur in the Twin Cities, you’re most likely familiar with Sam’s Wine Shop.
A quaint yet hip nook located in the trendy North Loop neighborhood,
Sam’s is a delightful stop for any vino afficianado. This evening’s
perfectly timed tasting is your opportunity to find out what’s cool to
sip this summer, just in time for the 4th – if you’re not planning on
going the icky hot dogs and cheap beer route, that is. Sample Sam’s
latest selections of "crispy whites, pretty pinks, and light bodied
tasty reds", chat with the in-the-know staff who can pair you up with
complimentary wines for any occasion or meal, and maybe even meet some
like-minded folks. Want to make it a date? Check out the wine tasting,
then head over to nearby Bev’s Wine Bar for some yummy apps, conversation, and yes, more wine.

5-8pm, Sam’s Wine Shop, 218 Washington Avenue North, North Loop, Free





FAMILY

Aveda Butterfly Garden



I am obsessed with Aveda products.
Not only do they work like a charm, but they smell wonderful as well. I
burn Aveda candles, I wear Aveda perfume, use their shampoo, hair
spray, lotions, etc…I love me some Aveda! So, naturally when I caught
wind of this butterfly exhibit, the thought of it was especially
charming. Is it possible these are special, pretty-smell producing
butterflies that are drawn to good hair
and want to nestle in as living accessories for a night on the town?
Most likely not, but wouldn’t that be nice? Ok, back to reality; this exhibit
is a fluttering flurry of delicate wings and vibrant colors, with over
40 different species of North American butterflies and moths on
display. Housed in an equally beautiful environment, which includes a
trickling stream and a variety of plants, this educational exhibit
fills you in on the life and times of the butterfly – from chrysalis to
mating habits. Oh-la-la!



10am-5pm Daily, Minnesota Zoo, 13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley, Zoo Admission $14 Adult, $8 Children

NIGHTCLUBS

Triple Double



This new(ish) weekly party
is a far cry from the Triple Rock Tuesdays of years past. If you’ve
ever been to the Trip’s long-running 2-4-1 night, you surely have heard
N.W.A.’s "F$#k tha Police" played on the jukebox one (or a hundred) too many times. No more! The boys from Burlesque of North America,
along with pals from Familia Skateshop, Head to Toe, Modern Radio
Records, and Fifth Element are throwing super-fresh dance parties with
some of the cities hottest DJs every week. T-Rock purists, don’t be
alarmed – aside from a few neon bandanas, the crowd is virtually the
same – scruffy punks, indie rockers, and hipsters all looking for strong drinks.
Tonight’s line up features a slew of local legends – Paddy Costello (of
Dillinger 4), Lori Barbero (of Babes in Toyland) and DJ Anton. Through
the month of July, Triple Double will feature other rad DJs such as Last Word, Mike the 2600 King, and Michael Cina. Too good to be true!



9pm, Triple Rock Social Club, 629 Cedar Ave., West Bank Minneapolis, Free



Want to meet singles (and have 2-4-1’s) in a slightly classier environment? Try Silver + Gold every Tuesday at Clubhouse Jager!

ART

Together in the Darkness



I’ve been really impressed by the cooler-than-cool exhibits at the American Swedish Institute lately. As if Fit for a Queen: Nobel Gowns of H.M. Queen Silvia of Sweden isn’t a reason to go in itself, the folks at ASI double up on cool with Together in the Darkness, a
rockin’ photography exhibit in the lower level gallery space. This
exhibit features a black and white documentary study of Sweden’s rock
n’ roll culture by Stefan Peterson. Winner of the 2006 Lilly Lorénzen
Scholarship, Peterson was able to study photography at Sigtuna
Folkhögskola, north of Stockholm, where he began his obsession of
capturing the underground Swedish music scene. But make no mistake,
Peterson is no stranger to rock photography – this local up-and-comer
has not only been a staff photographer for many publications, but he’s
also published his own book of live music photography. Top that!



Runs through August 3rd, noon to 4pm today, American Swedish Institute, 2700 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, $6


MUSIC
Bootsy Collins: A Tribute to James Brown



Get down! The legendary Bootsy Collins
and friends rock the Minnesota Zoo tonight, honoring the epic career
and talent of the late James Brown – who ironically gave Collins his
first big break in the music biz back in 1970. As part of Brown’s
backup band, The J.B.’s, who played on some of Brown’s most famous
albums on unforgettable tunes such as "Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine", "Super Bad", and "Soul Power",
no one can question Collin’s qualifications! This eccentric funk
pioneer will definitely school you on soul and dazzle you with his
amazing stage presence. Not to mention, the Minnesota Zoo is an awesome
place to listen to live music, and if you get there early enough there
just might be a few cute animals lounging around too.



7:30pm, Minnesota Zoo Ampitheater, 13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley, $37

PERFORMANCE

Studio Stories: Kevin Kling and John McCutcheon



Engaging storyteller Kevin Kling and award-winning folksinger/musician John McCutcheon
join forces to bring you an evening of off-the-cuff performance in the
Guthrie’s Dowling Studio. Kling, perhaps best known for his
commentaries on NPR’s All Things Considered, and definitely for his
autobiographical storytelling performances, will enrapture you with
witty tales that are as amusing as they are eloquent. Accompanied by
the seven-time Grammy nominated McCutcheon, tonight’s show will
definitely be a riveting performance that might just warm the cockles
of your heart. Want to make an evening of it? It wouldn’t be a trip to the Guthrie without at least a pre or post show drink at Cue! Speaking of – hurry to reserve your spot for The Rake’s World Flavors Dinner Party at Cue later this month!

7:30pm, Guthrie Theater, 818 South 2nd Street, Downtown Minneapolis

MUSIC
Orchestra Baobab

While the elegant Dakota isn’t
quite as sublime as the outdoor quad in front of Northrop Auditorium-where
Baobab played under sunny skies and swirling dancers in a beautiful
evening on their last tour-this amazing 11-piece band does have another
superb record’s worth of tunes in their arsenal: Made In Dakar,
released in May, and equal or better than their comeback triumph,
Specialist In All Styles. Barthelemy Attisso’s multifaceted guitar
lines are the main attraction, but it is hard to discount the vibrant,
beseeching griot vocals, the Afro-Latin polyrhythms (especially the
verbose vocabulary of the talking drums) and the snazzy saxophone phrases.
And like all great bands, the synergy is abundant. – Britt Robson

7:30 p.m. or 9:30 p.m., Dakota Jazz Club, 1010 Nicollet Mall, Downtown Minneapolis, $40-$50



MUSIC
RZA as Bobby Digital

Many years ago, I would hold Wu Tang Clan video game
tournaments at my apartment in St. Paul (yes, I used to live in St.
Paul, and yes, Wu Tang had a video game). Ever since then, the names of
the Clan have been burned into my mind, along with probably 3 or 4
songs from the game’s soundtrack. Members of Wu Tang have come
a long way since Playstation 1 however, with numerous solo projects, as well
as clothing lines, film projects – and in RZA’s case, an Internet chess club!
Tonight’s show features RZA as "Bobby Digital", his solo alter-ego.
Expect signature dark beats and smooth flow, with a little synth thrown
in here and there for taste, and maybe even some pointers on your chess
game.



8pm, First Avenue, 701 N. 1st Street, Downtown Minneapolis, $18

ART
Echo Through The Waves

Is the office of an independent record label and media company a strange place for an art show? Perhaps. But considering the Twin Cities scene seriously thrives on collaboration in art, music, and fashion, and the peeps at 50e are in the position to know what’s up – I’d reckon we’re in for a pleasant surprise. Echo Through The Waves isn’t your momma’s art show, make no mistake. A wide variety of edgy artistès of many mediums and backgrounds join forces tonight. See the sweet and surly paintings of one of my faves, DC Ice, or peruse the photography of 50e’s own uber-talented Nate Maydole as well as work by many others. Search for the perfect accessory from sassy local jewelry designers such as Robyne Robinson, Lonnie Loveness, and Chase Schell while sipping some well-deserved vino (it is almost Friday), enjoying live acoustic music, and hobknobbing with the creative set.

4pm-7pm, 50 Entertainment, 300 1st Avenue N, Suite 110, Minneapolis, Free

MUSIC
Patio Nights Featuring STNNNG and His Mischief

As Minnesotans, we relish the simple pleasure of a breezy outdoor patio during the few balmy months we’re allowed – and considering the sheer number of fantastic outdoor music, film, and art events going on this season, you’ve definitely got your work cut out for you. One no-brainer, however, is Patio Nights at the Minnesota Museum of American Art. In it’s 5th year, Patio Nights invites some of the most talented and well-known local musicians to rock the MMAA’s gorgeous rooftop courtyard. Add in yummy food, and of course, beer from Great Waters Brewing Company and you’ve got yourself the perfect date night. Tonight’s musical phantasm will include popular local rockers STNNNG and His Mischief, so you’ve really got no excuse, do you?

7pm, MMAA, 50 West Kellogg Blvd, Downtown St. Paul, $7


PERFORMANCE
Queertopia: A Cabaret Celebration of Queer Love

As part of this coming weekend’s raucous and extensive Pride Weekend festivities, Intermedia Arts hosts Queertopia: A Cabaret Celebration of Queer Love. I’m going to go out on a limb and assume any event with the words "cabaret" and "queer" in it’s title will be nothing short of a roaring extravaganza complete with plenty of sparkles, sass, and (one can only hope) bedazzled codpieces or something of similar mindset. The cabaret runs through Saturday and will feature a slew of enticing local performers including B-Girl Seoul, The Hula Troop Northeast, Empowered Expressions, and many more, plus, a screening of "The Pussy Pirates" a film by prolific local lez Lisa Ganser.

8pm Thursday and Saturday, 7pm Friday, Intermedia Arts, 2822 Lyndale Ave. S, Uptown, $15


MUSIC
Irma Thomas

The official Soul Queen of New Orleans, Irma Thomas has gracefully matured from the belter who literally 50 years ago (1958) told her romantic rivals, "You Can Have My Husband (But Please Don’t Mess With My Man)," to a caresser who engages the violins and doesn’t shed a shred of dignity on the bittersweet "Another Lonely Heart." Thomas is equally comfortable with soaring blues and gospel gravitas, wry, sexy mama send-ups, and, her stock-in-trade, testimony about the day-to-day triumphs earned and tears dropped. According to the various label and ticket sites, this Zoo gig is the only spot on her concert calendar this summer-don’t be surprised if she pulls something out from her upcoming Simply Grand CD, due in August. The stellar and simpatico opener is James Hunter, who plays retro blue-eyed soul with a passion and panache that seems steeped in the mid-60s but conveys its immediacy the moment it hits your ears. – Britt Robson

7:30pm, Minnesota Zoo, 13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley, $35

FILM

Queer Takes: Visibly Out



For the third year in a row, the Walker Art Center launches Queer Takes
an amazing film series (just in time for Pride Weekend of course!) focusing on LGBT films and filmmakers. Running through
the 29th, this fest will include a wide variety of flicks from
filmmakers from all over the world. Tonight Queer Takes screens Boystown (Chuecatown) , directed by Juan Flahn. Based in Madrid, this adaptation of a Spanish comic book follows bearish
couple, Leo and Rey, who are pressured to sell their property by a
shady real estate agent with plans to turn their neighborhood into an
district for more trendy and upscale gays – and apparently Leo and Rey
do not fit the bill, nor do they want to.


7pm, Walker Art Center Cinema, 1750 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, $8

READINGS
Murder at the Bad Girl’s Bar and Grill

A murder in a south Florida retirement community would seem to be an
event that is definitely out-of-the-ordinary. Add in a blind heiress
loved by the town’s only cop, a former slasher film queen who runs a
raucous Bar & Grill for the under-65, and a trio of Swedish
circusfolk, and you’ve got yourself a good mystery. Acclaimed author N.M. Kelby offers up her fourth book, Murder at the Bad Girl’s Bar & Grill, which went on sale June 3rd. Library Journal has praised Kelby, a former Twin Cities journalist whose stories have appeared in Minnesota Monthly,
as a cross between Carl Hiaasen and Christopher Moore, and Hiaasen
described her as, "A natural-born storyteller who manages to be very
funny and very wise at the same time." – Andrew Newman

4pm, The University of Minnesota Bookstore, Coffman Union, 300 Washington Ave. SE, Dinkytown, Free

MUSEUMS
Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination

This new exhibit at the Science Museum is a sprawling display filled with Star Wars fan drool-inspiring artifacts. Dozens of protective cases containing actual costumes, models, and mechanics from the Star Wars
films pepper the space, filled in with interactive displays, such as an
engineering design lab where show-goers can put together simple
R2D2-style mini-robots step by step at mobility, programming, and
sensor stations. Included in the exhibit is an actual hovercraft that
attendees can try out for themselves – sort of a futuristic version of
a bumper car. There is an interactive robotics station where you can
control dangerous looking (and sounding) mechanical legs, along with
plenty of other computerific games and experiments to try. All in all,
this exhibit is definitely worth seeing, and weekdays are probably best
to avoid the Star Wars nerd melee over the weekend.

Read the complete article…..HERE

The Star Wars exhibit runs through August 24th, 8:30am-11:30pm Daily, Science Museum of MN, 120 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, $19, Advance tickets recommended and available HERE.

THEATER
Constance Wilde Play & Pre-Show Happy Hour

One can only assume that the wife of Oscar Wilde would be driven to drink, and considering tonight’s play The Secret Fall of Constance Wilde
is about her life, you might as well try to relate. Stop into the
Guthrie’s Target Lounge for a pre-show happy hour from 6 to 7:30pm with
your bff’s at The Rake and DJ Eric Lovold, of The Alarmists.
We’ll be hosting the party so come say hello, and tip one back for Miz
Constance. The best part? Tonight’s special ticket price is a mere $20!
Staged in the Guthrie’s McGuire proscenium theater, this story travels
and shifts in time and perspective, bringing the humanity of a
forgotten woman to life. The production impresses with more than just
an interesting story; it also boasts exquisite lighting, a versatile
set, intricate and artsy steampunk-style
costuming and an engaging cast. Tonight is the perfect opportunity to
catch a deal on this wonderful play and have drinks with us!

6pm Happy Hour, 7:30pm Show, Guthrie Theater, 818 2nd St. N, Minneapolis, $20

READINGS
Talk of the Stacks: Lynne Rossetto Kasper

This tasty edition of Talk of the Stacks features writer and radio personality Lynne Rossetto Kasper, perhaps best known for her national foodie radio show The Splendid Table. Kasper will discuss her third book, How to Eat Supper,
which goes above and beyond your traditional recipe book with
refreshing commentary on food and America’s changing sense of it, as
well as how breaking bread together plays a role in society. Tom Crann,
host of All Things Considered, and Sally
Swift, co-author and managing producer of
The Splendid Table, join Kasper on stage for some delicious banter.

7pm, Minneapolis Central Library,
Pohlad Hall, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, Free

More into art than recipes? Modern Marvels is a series of discussions on graphic novels by Jewish artists at the Highland Park Library, 7pm.


THEATER
The Joans

Twin Cities dynamo Annie Enneking presents her latest work, The Joans,
at the Open Eye Theatre tonight through June 30th. Raucous as hell with
a dash of thoughtful blasphemy, this production has Enneking taking on
the the roles of three women, all loosely based on the history
(embellished or otherwise) of Joan of Arc.
The three Joans, "a rock n’ roll ghost, a marauding virgin, and a
wanton chanteuse", concoct a cheeky blend of sex, religion, and rock n’
roll for this delightfully rebellious little piece of theater.

8pm, Open Eye Theatre, 506 East 24th Street, South Minneapolis, $10