Dead Days of Summer: From The Mars Hotel & More @ Day Block Brewing

Featuring ‘From The Mars Hotel’ along with many more groovy selections on Saturday, July 13th!

Annie Hicks — The Jones Gang

Kevin Fowke — Twine

Jim Hinkley — Jimbo’s Forever Young

Doug Christianson — Frogleg

Kevin Dorsey — Frogleg

Arthur Hoffman — About to Run

Randy Kramer — The Stretch

Day Block opens at Noon – Show doors at 6pm, Music at 7pm!

Columbia Heights Community Art & Info Fair

The 2024 Community Art & Info Fair will be held on Thu, June 20, from 4 to 7 pm at Huset Park West near the splash pad.

Art vendors and info booths
Wildlife Science Center presentation at 5 pm
Columbia Academy Rutendo Marimba performance at 5:45 pm
Free sambusas sponsored by Magnifi Financial (while supplies last)
The Corndog Company food truck

Bryan Callen

Bryan Callen, an actor, comedian, and podcaster, is recognized for his roles on ABC's Schooled and The Goldbergs, and as an original cast member of MadTV, among others. As a veteran headliner, he performs worldwide, and his third one-hour comedy special, "Complicated Apes," reached the top of iTunes charts and is available on Amazon Prime.

The Art of Luis Fitch

Works created by Mexican-Minnesotan artist Luis Fitch during the last decade will be on display at Bloomington Center for the Arts this summer. His body of work includes paintings, stencils, and urban art that explore identity, migration, and social justice.

Fitch will also host three free workshops about the traditional Mexican art of papel picado at Bloomington Center for the Arts on July 27, August 10, and August 30!

Edina's Juneteenth Celebration

Join us for Edina's annual Juneteenth celebration!

This family-friendly event will feature activities, musical performances, a special speaker and food vendors for the whole family to enjoy. Admission is free and all are welcome.

Musical acts: Carolyne Naomi, a singer, songwriter and guitarist; and Smash Jazz.

Dessert Vendor: Lutunji’s Palate bakery

Activities:

Rondo Juneteenth Celebration

The Rondo Center of Diverse Expressions (RCODE) is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Juneteenth Observance on Wednesday, June 19th, 2024, at the Rondo Commemorative Plaza, 820 Rondo Avenue in St. Paul, MN from 12:00 to 5:00 pm. Programmed events will take place from 2:00 - 4:30 pm.

Hmong International Freedom Festival

The Twin Cities has gained recognition as the leading metropolitan area in the United States for its Hmong population, earning it the title of the "Hmong Capital of the Nation."

The Hmong International Freedom Festival is scheduled to take place in St. Paul on June 29-30. This event, known as the largest Hmong sports event in the country, will include competitions in soccer, volleyball, flag football, kato, top spin, and cornhole. In addition, attendees can expect to find a variety of vendors offering food, fruits, drinks, displays, and merchandise.

Buyer & Cellar

The love-hate attraction between gay men & divas. The inaugural presentation sprouting with THE POLLINATOR: BUYER & CELLAR : Written by Jonathan Tolins STARRING: BRENDAN NELSON FINN | DIRECTED BY: DEIDRE COCHRAN Descend into “Buyer & Cellar,” the deliciously outrageous comedy examining the price of fame, and the cost of life and work relationships both on and off the red carpet.