ANNOUNCEMENTS

Support Joe
Callahan!
Fundraiser for
Joe’s Legal
Defense
Saturday, Jan. 14, 7 to 10 p.m.
The Home of Sarah Martin
622 8th Ave. S.E., Mpls. 55414
In July 2011, after two Salvadorean immigrants went to Canada to apply for asylum,Twin Cities activist Joe Callahan was arrested, alone in his car, at the Canadian border. He spent a month in Thunder Bay District Jail, before being released on bail. At his trial (not yet scheduled), Joe will face charges of “aiding and abetting an immigration without a visa,” “providing false and misleading information,” and “smuggling or human trafficking.” The prosecuting “Crown Attorney” is seeking a sentence of three to four years. Of course, Joe Callahan is neither a smuggler nor a criminal!
Moreover, Joe Callahan is a dedicated activist for justice from our own community: We must support Joe in fighting these charges!
At this party, we will have drinks, finger food and live music by
String Bean, Chick Pea, Garbanzo and Refried. The brief program will
include an auction. Feel free to drop by any time. In addition to helping with the considerable legal expenses for his defense, the Joe Callahan Support Committ-ee is also working to raise funds to help supporters attend his trial. Bring your contributions to the party, or mail them to Joe Callahan Support Committ-ee, 2919 Polk St. N.E., Minneapolis, MN 55418.

Events

Public Hearing on High Voltage Power Lines
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 9:30 a.m. & Thursday, Jan. 12, 9:30 a.m.
Metro Square Building
121 7th Place E., Ste. 350, St. Paul 55101
For the past several years, the Midtown Greenway Coalition has worked with an alliance of other neighborhood and community organizaitons to oppose the installation of high-voltage power lines in the Midtown Green-way Corridor. The alliance believes if the power lines are built, they should be routed underground under 28th Street, not overhead and not on the Midtown Greenway. The group would like to have at least ONE HUNDRED community members at each hearing to show support. The decision will be made in January 2012. The coalition also needs to raise $3,000 to pay attorney fees. Google Midtown Greenway Coalit-ion.
Longfellow
Garden Club
Wednesday, Jan.
11, 6:30 p.m.
El Norteño
Restaurant
4000 E. Lake St.
Everyone is invited to join the Garden Club’s executive committee for a review of next year’s schedule of presentations and activities and to bring ideas, suggestions and names of great garden presenters.

Potluck and Politics: G8/NATO
Saturday, Jan. 14, 5 p.m.
May Day Books
301 Cedar Ave. S. (Below Midwest Mountaineering)
The Anti-War Committee is organizing a bus to go to the protest of the G8/NATO joint summit meeting in May. Take some time during the Martin Luther King weekend to eat and discuss with others who the G8 and NATO are and what their impact is across the globe. Organized by the Anti-War Committee.

Seeking Israeli/Palestinian Peace: Four Jewish Voices
Saturday, Jan. 14, 9:30 a.m. (Refreshments); 10 a.m. to Noon (Program)
Southdale Hennepin County Library
7001 York Ave. S. 55435
A DVD will be shown, featuring representatives of four Jewish organizations speaking at a forum held at Central Lutheran Church in October 2011. Sylvia Schwarz, Inter-national Jewish Anti-Zionist Network, will be present to respond to the video and take questions.

Minneapolis Jewish Humor Festival
Saturday, Jan. 14 – Saturday, Jan. 28
Sabes Jewish Community Center
4330 S. Cedar Lake Rd., St. Louis Park 55416
This two-week Fringe-like festival of one-person shows, stand-up comedy, improv, workshops, storytelling, film and special events will celebrate the Jewish contribution to the world of humor. The eclectic group of performers features both local and national talent. There’s outrageous gay humor, a group of very funny women, a hilarious rabbi, a Laughter Yoga workshop, and a Minneapolis-based comedienne who is “FAT as hell and she’s not gonna take it anymore.” Tickets range from $8 to $18 and can be bought at tickets@-sabesjcc.org or 952-381-3499. For a full lineup see: http://www.-sabestjcc.org/arts_humor.htm.

Ben Franklin’s Birthday
Saturday, Jan. 14, 10 a.m.
The Bakken Museum
3537 Zenith Ave. S. 55416
Ben Franklin is turning 306 years old and The Bakken is throwing him a party! It’s a family event where children can come meet Ben, play static games and even have a hair-raising photo taken. Watch sparks fly! Check out the Ben Franklin discovery table and test your knowledge of Ben’s inventions and roles he had throughout his varied and exciting life. For more information call 612-926-3878 or visit www.TheBakken-.org.

Get to Know Nonviolent Peaceforce
Monday, Jan. 16, 7 p.m.
3136 Fremont Ave. S.
Chapter member Linda Burkett is hosting a gathering to present the work of Nonviolent Peaceforce in detail. NP is an international “peace army” that goes to areas of civil strife around the world to help reduce conflict. It relies on the spiritual and financial support of people all over the world. RSVP to 612-812-9395.

The Real Dirt on Farmer John
Friday, Jan. 20, 7:15 p.m.
Bethany Lutheran Church
3900 36th Ave. S.
Transition Long-fellow invites everyone to Free Movie Night. This film is a poignant and often hilarious look at an honest farmer’s struggle to keep his farm from foreclosure, and to save his family name. Farmer John creates an extended village where people and art thrive alongside agriculture. An optional potluck is held at 6:30 before the show. Bring something to share or just come to eat. Free and open to the public. Free-will donations are appreciated.

36th Annual Championship & Household Pet Cat Show
Saturday, Jan. 28, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Sunday, Jan. 29, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
RiverCentre Complex (Roy Wilkins Exhibition Hall)
175 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul 55102
More than 200 cats from the United States and Canada will compete for the title of Best Cat at the Saintly City Cat Club’s annual show. Admission is $4 (General) and $3 (Children under 10 and Seniors).

Winter Dance Party: Tribute to Buddy
Friday, Feb. 3, 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
The Whiskey Junction
901 Cedar Ave.
Twin Cities musicians pay tribute to Buddy at their annual ’50s and ’60s Winter Dance Party, in memory of his music and the music that he inspired for decades to come, 53 years after “The Day the Music Died.” A $5 donation or a $2 donation along with canned food goods for the Twin Cities food shelves will be collected at the door.

Free Symphony Concert
Sunday, Feb. 12, 4 p.m.
Temple Israel
2324 Emerson Ave. S.
The Minnesota Sinfonia offers a free concert, featuring Canadian cellist Soo Bae, who will play “Cello Concerto No. 1” by Camille Saint Saens. Also on the program are Randall Davidson’s piece commissioned by the Minnesota Sinfonia, “Bad Things Happen (to Tiny Toy Wind-ups),” and works by Puccini and Kabalevsky. No tickets are necessary. It’s first-come, first seated; arriving early is recommended. Children are welcome. More info at 612-871-1701 or www.mnsinfonia.org.

ART

Altered Esthetics Gallery
1224 Quincy St. N.E.
612-378-8888
www.alteredesthetics.com
Resident Artists VIII: In Process
Through January 26

MCAD Gallery
2501 Stevens Ave.
1-800-874-6223
www.mcad.edu
Across the Tracks, Chris and Liz Cunningham
The exhibition features collaborative pen drawings and photographs made by two siblings while traveling together in Europe.
January 20, Reception, 6 – 8 p.m.
Ends January 22
Intersections: Women, Leadership, and the Power of Collaboration
The show brings together the collaborative projects of fourteen teams of artists composed of women art department chairs from the greater Twin Cities area and their students and alumni.
January 17 –
February 26

Walker Art Center
1750 Hennepin Ave.
612-375-7600
www.walkerart.org
Graphic Design: Now in Production
Featuring work produced since 2000 in the most vital sectors of communication design, the show explores design-driven publications as well as branding programs for corporations, subcultures and nations.
Through January 22
Dance Works I
The extraordinary partnership bet-ween legendary artists Merce Cunningham (1919-2009) and Robert Rauschenberg (1925-2008) is the foundation for this installation of backdrops, props and costumes created for the Merce Cunningham Dance Company. The show showcases one of the richest examples of their collaborative approach, inaugurating a series of exhibitions exploring Cunningham’s work with leading visual artists.
Through April 8

dance

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
345 Washington St., St. Paul 55102
651-224-4222
ordwaycenter.stpaulboxoffice.com
Ronald K. Brown Evidence, A Dance Company
Founded in Brooklyn, New York, in 1985, the dance company Evidence focuses on the seamless fusion of traditional African dance with contemporary choreography and spoken word. The company’s work provides a unique view of human struggles, tragedies and triumphs.
January 15, 7:30 p.m.

Bryant Lake Bowl
810 W. Lake St.
612-825-8949
www.bryantlakebowl.com
Molly Dean and the Orange Mighty Trio
Live score performance to the film “La Rivière du Hibou” by this Minneapolis-based instrumental collective.
Tickets $10 at the door.
January 21, 10 p.m. (Doors 9:30)

Minnesota Marine Art Museum
800 Riverview Drive, Winona, MN 55987
866-940-6626
www.minnesotamarineart.org
Upon Native Waters: The Photographs of Edward Curtis
A Minneapolis collection not commonly seen by the general public. Museum hours are Tue. through Sat., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Through March 4
Frozen River Film Festival (http://frff.-org/wpsite/) at Winona State University.
January 25 –
January 29

THEATER

Bryant Lake Bowl
810 W. Lake St.
612-825-8949
www.bryantlakebowl.com
Party in the Rec Room
Lorna Landvik performs her perennially popular one-person improvised comedy bash. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at www.brownpapertickets.com.
Ends January 28

In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre
1500 Lake St. E.
612-721-2535
www.hobt.org
Mild Light: An Evening of Cantastoria
Historical, Lyrical and Pathetical examples of the ancient and post-modern art of picture-story recitation will be presented by Clare Dolan from the Museum of Everyday Life in Vermont. Stories range form accounts of bloody crime in the 1930s to the dilemmas of a modern-day heroine trying to make a living and achieve total happiness.
Recommended for age 14 and up.
Tickets: $10 or Pay What You Can
January 14, 8 p.m.
Stromboli’s Medicine Show
Guaranteed to raise gooseflesh and inflame the senses! This unique variety show is not for the weak-hearted. Recommended for ages 17 and up.
Tickets: $10 or Pay What You Can
January 21 – January 28, Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m.

Open Eye Figure Theatre
506 E. 24th St.
612-874-6338
www.openeyetheatre.org
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice
Conceived, written, designed and directed by Michael Sommers. Original score by Eric Jensen. Adapted for the puppet stage, this story takes a look at youth and aging, the allure of power, and the beauty of a life well lived.
Recommended for 8 and up.
Tickets, Adults $15, Students and seniors $12, Children under 12 $10. FFI contact Susan Haas at 612-226-0402.
February 8 – March 4

Orpheum Theatre
910 Hennepin Ave., Mpls, 55403
1-800-982-2787
HennepinTheatre-Trust.org
The Lion King
A cultural phenomenon and one of the most popular stage musicals in the world. Music by Elton John and Tim Rice. Two cast members have Minnesota connections, J. Anthony Crane and Nick Cordileone. Tickets may be purchased at the State Theatre Box Office, 805 Hennepin Ave. (no service fees) or at the website.
January 11 –
February 12

Theatre in the Round Players
245 Cedar Ave. S.
612-333-3010
TheatreintheRound.org
Independence
This play by Minnesota playwright Lee Blessing creates a vivid, tender and often funny family portrait as three sisters reunite to care for their failing mother. An audience discussion with members of the company will follow the matinee performance on Sunday, Jan. 22.
Through January 29

COMMUNITY

Nokomis Library
5100 34th Ave. S.
612-543-6800
www.hclib.org
Family Storytime, Fridays, Feb. 3 – 24, 10:30 a.m. For children age 2 and up. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement with your children.
Baby Storytime, Saturdays, Feb. 4 - 25, 10:30 a.m. For children from birth to 24 months. Delight and stimulate your baby’s senses with books and music. Build brain power.
Teen Anime Club, Tuesday, Feb. 7, 4:30 – 6 p.m. Grades 6 – 12. Can’t get enough anime? Join up to watch and review brand new anime episodes, share artwork and hang out with other anime friends.
Author Talk: Vincent Wyckoff, Saturday, Feb. 4, 3 p.m. Meet Wyckoff, a Nokomis resident, 15-year mail carrier, and author of “Beware of Cat: And Other Encounters of a Letter Carrier.” Books will be available to purchase and signing.