CCN - Camden Calendar - Camden Events Calendar

    Ongoing

Register for fall term at Camden Music School. Classes run for 10 weeks, Sept. 13-Nov. 20. Offerings include vocal and instrumental lessons, Musik-garten early childhood music classes (newborn to age 8), ensembles (hand drums, strings and rock ‘n roll for youth and adults, two choirs, string jammin'), music theory and more. Scholarships and family discounts available. Scholarship applications due by 5 p.m., Sept. 7. Classes at Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, 3751 Sheridan Ave. N. or Grace Center for Community Life, 1500 6th St. NE. 612-618-0219 or www.camdenmusicschool.com.

Art

    Ongoing

Clothes Closet at North United Methodist Church, 44th and Fremont, from 9 a.m.-noon the first Saturday of each month and the first Monday each month from 6-8 p.m. Donations accepted when open or see if there is some clothing you may need. If unable to get to NUMC during open times, call the church at 612-522-4497.

    Ongoing third Sundays

Breakfast and a Bag. The Joint Ministries of Evangelist Temple, Brooklyn Center Hispanic Seventh Day Adventist and Gethsemane Lutheran host a free community breakfast at Gethsemane Lutheran Church on 47th and Colfax. When you are finished with breakfast and coffee you are welcome to take a bag of groceries home with you.

   Ongoing Wednesday

Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 4656 Colfax, and Evangelist Temple sponsor a hotdog cookout every Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. Anyone in the community can enjoy hot dogs, chips, fruit or veggies, dessert and beverage. When you leave you receive a bag of fresh produce. The church also serves lunch every weekday from noon-1 p.m. for all ages. There are activities following lunch for children.

Church Events

    Third Tuesdays

Seniors with diabetes support group, 10-11:30 a.m., Webber Park Com-munity Center, 4141 Webber Pkwy. Call Dot Hase, 521-1182, or American Diabetes Assn., 593-5333. Free.

    Ongoing Wednesdays

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 7 p.m., Webber Park

Classes, Workshops, Services

Ongoing

Camden Lions General Meeting, second Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m., Webber Park Bldg, 4400 and Dupont Ave. N. Social meeting, fourth Wednesday at a local restaurant. Join in making this a better community for all! For info and social location call Jim Cain, 612-521-1903. Visit www.cam denlions.org.

    Ongoing Tuesdays

4PAC Meetings keep you connected. 4th Precinct Advisory Council Meetings, 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday each month, 1925 Plymouth Ave. N. Topics vary. Meetings offer opportuniies to meet officers and for Northside neighbors to share concerns. For an agenda email vivian@ 4pac.org. For general info visit www.4PAC.org.

    Ongoing

Need back-to-school vaccines for your children? Hennepin County offers low-cost immunizations for people of all ages who lack health insurance or whose health insurance does not cover vaccines. Clinic at Hennepin Health Services Building, 525 Portland Ave. S., 8:30 to 11 a.m. on  Sept. 3. Info: 612-348-2884 or www.hennepin. us/vaccines. Donations requested but not required.                     

    Ongoing

North Minneapolis Ultimate Frisbee games are fun-spirited pick up games; anyone can play. All skill levels represented, feel free to play if you're an experienced player or just learning the game. It's the only year-round outdoor ultimate game in town, running more than 15 years! In summer play under the sun, in fall enjoy your last snowless games, in winter run off your blubber, and in spring lay out for a disc in the mud. Visit http://home.comcast.net/~keelin kane/NMplsUltimate.html for times and places.

    Ongoing Thursdays

Get fresh veggies and fruit every Thursday. The Camden Farmers Market is open every Thursday from 3-7 p.m. at The Warren parking lot (44th and Penn N). The market features locally grown produce; get the popular Best of the Market box, a selection of veggies, for only $5. Look for special events, including live music.

    Monday, 9/6

Victory Races Community Picnic at Webber Park. A great way to start your Labor Day. Sponsored by MDRA and picnic hosted by Webber-Camden and Folwell neighborhoods as a "Come Home to Camden" event. 8 a.m.-10K,  5K, 9:30 a.m., and Kids 1/2 Mile Victory Lap starts at 10:15 a.m. Free picnic in the park follows the races. To volunteer for the picnic call Mary Ann at 612-521-2100. Race info: 952-927-0983, email:  hmiler@hot mail.com or www.runmdra.org. 

    Saturday, 9/11

North High class of 1965 celebrating its 45th reunion. There were 585 seniors who graduated North High in 1965. They are seeking as many classmates as possible to attend this event. Info: Judy Dersheid-Adams at 763-315-2828 or JoAnn Campbell-Sudduth at jodejay@comcast.net.

    Saturday, 9/18

2nd Annual Harvest Festival, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Penn and Lowry. Enjoy music, the car show, lots of art vendors, food, kids zone, farmers market, community information tables, best baked apple pie contest with prize and recipe published locally for the winner. Biggest home grown vegetable contest with prizes in four vegetable categories: squash, tomato, green pepper and cucumber. Food shelf donations also being gathered at the event. An Apple Pie Bake-off is new this year, to be judged by the Camden Lions.

    Wednesday, 9/22

City Council Member Diane Hofstede's Trade Show Festival with Third Ward neighborhoods, businesses, organizations and guests. Featuring local businesses, organizations and projects. Goal is to inform residents and support local businesses and services in this difficult economy. Food and entertainment provided. 6-10 p.m. Nicollet Island Pavilion. 40 Power St. Info: diane.hofstede@ ci.minneapolis.mn.us

    Saturday, 9/25

Dog Daze: Saturday, September 25, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Folwell Park, 1615 Dowling Ave. N. Dog Daze is always a fun event; stop by and watch the demonstrations and have a hot dog while you're there. Dedicated to pets and their people, this event features canine related demonstrations, vendors of dog products and services including rescue and shelter organizations, and ‘Dog of the Year' award and much more. The Blessing of the Animals is at noon with demonstrations throughout the event. Info: 612-521-2100.

Community & Cultural Events

Webber Park Library September Programs, 4310 Webber Pkwy., 952-847-2750, www.hclib.org

World Language Storytime: Hmong, Sat., Sept. 4-25, 2-2:30 p.m. For children age 2 and up. Share books, stories, rhymes and music in Hmong. Nyeem ntawv, hais dab neeg, hu nkauj, thiab qhia suab paj nruag rau koj cov menyuam muaj hnub nyug ob xyoo thiab lawm sauv.

    Job Search Resources, Thurs., Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 11; 1-3 p.m. Learn about resources available to assist you in finding a job: libraries, workforce centers, community programs, Internet sites and more.

    Read With Baby! Sat., Sept. 18, 11 a.m. For parents and caregivers. Have fun and share ideas about reading books with your infant. How to get started? Are you doing this ‘right'? Why is this important? Bring your baby and we'll explore these questions together.

    Let's Read Together! Sat., Sept. 25, 11 a.m. For parents and caregivers. Have fun and share ideas about reading with your 2- to 5-year-olds. Where do you start? What books at what age? How to prepare for kindergarten? Bring your preschooler and we'll explore these questions together.
    Science Fiction: More Than Rockets, Robots and Red Planets. Thur., Sept. 30, 6:30. Local aficionado Scott Lohman will give an overview of science fiction with a brief look at fantasy. Reading recommendations and local sci fi events will be discussed.

    Ongoing North Regional Library September Programs, 1315 Lowry Ave. N. 952-847-8450, www.hclib.org

    Toddler Storytime, Wed., Sept. 1-Nov. 24, 10:30 a.m. at North Regional Library. For children ages 2 and 3. Interact with your toddler to nurture a love of books. Learn letters, sounds, and new words. Be active with music and movement.

    Discovery Days, Wed., Sept. 1-Nov. 24, 3-5 p.m. For kids in preschool-grade 5. Check out the Discovery Room where you'll have minds-on, hands-on fun, with new themed activities each week.

    Discovery Days. Thurs, Sept. 2-Nov. 18, 3-5 p.m. For kids in preschool-grade 5. Check out the Discovery Room where you'll have minds-on, hands-on fun, with new themed activities each week.

    Preschool Storytime. Fri., Sept. 3-Nov. 26, 10:30-11 a.m. at North Regional Library. For children ages 4 to 6. Help your preschooler get ready to read. Enjoy stories together and build language skills.

    Preschool Storytime Activities. Fri., Sept. 3-Nov. 26, 11-11:30 a.m. For kids in preschool. After storytime (10:30-11 a.m.), do a craft, learn a new poem or enjoy other activities and get tips on how to encourage and support reading and literacy at home.
    Game On! Gaming Fridays
Fri., Sept. 3-Nov. 26, 3-5 p.m. For teens in grade 7 and up. Play PS2 or Wii games at the library! Grab a friend, bring your favorite board or card game, or play ours!

    Chess Club. Sat., Sept. 4-Nov. 27, noon-2 p.m. For kids in grade 5 and up. Chess it out. Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies and meeting other chess fans. Walk-ins welcome.

    Discovery Days. Tues., Sept. 7-Nov. 30 (except Nov. 2), 3-5 p.m. For kids in preschool-grade 5. Check out the Discovery Room where you'll have minds-on, hands-on fun, with new themed activities each week.

    World of Work Orientation for Ex-Offenders. Tues., Sept. 14 & 28, Oct. 12 & 26, Nov. 9 & 23; 4 p.m.-6. Drop-in service is for men and women with a criminal background who need assistance with job applications, résumés, interview skills and support in overcoming that barrier to land their "dream job."

            Small Business Consultation With NEON (Northside Economic Opportunity Network) Weds, Sept. 15, Oct. 20, Nov. 17; 4-6 p.m. How do you turn your business ideas into business realities? Do you have questions about running your business? Stop in for a free consultation with Northside Residents Redevelopment Council and learn about resources, loans and training to help you be an effective business owner.

Libraries

    Sunday & Monday, 9/5 & 6

Free Family Fundays: A Bee or Not a Bee? 1-3 p.m., Kroening Interpretive Center in North Mississippi Regional Park. Can you tell a wasp from a bee? How many kinds of bees live here? Find out this and many other things about our buzzy neighbors, with real examples to examine! Free. Ages: All.

    Saturday, 9/11

Boats and Floats, 3 p.m., Kroening Interpretive Center. Using boats and floating logs, people have traveled on the Mississippi for hundreds of years. Discover how they did it and make your own wooden boat and try "sailing" it. $5. Ages: All. Reservations required; call 763-559-670.

    Sunday, 8/29

Free Family Fundays: Prairie, 1-3 p.m., Kroening Interpretive Center in North Mississippi Regional Park. Enjoy the beautiful flowers as you explore the knolls and dips in the prairie. Peer into flowers, peek under leaves, search for silvery webs and find bees wiggling into flowers. Make a natural prairie picture. Free. Ages: All.

Parks

    Ongoing Tuesdays

Recovery, Inc. Facilitated, self-help groups offering a proven method to combat depression, fear, anxiety, anger, etc. Weekly meetings, 7 p.m., Elim Lutheran Church, 3978 W. Broadway, Robbinsdale. Free will offering. Info: 612-824-5773 or  www.recovery-inc.org.

    Ongoing

Drugs and drug addiction are problems our community struggles with. Get help at Narcotics Anonymous. No fees or dues. Meet Mondays at 1:15 p.m. at Camden Apartments, 4643 Lyndale; or Sundays at 7 p.m. at St. Bridget's Rectory (side door), 3811 Emerson. Info at naminnesota.org/  or call the helpline at 952-939-3939.

October

    Ongoing

St. Austin Rummage sale, 4050 Upton Ave. N. Oct. 7, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Oct. 8, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Oct. 9, 8 a.m. to noon-bag day $3 or two for $5.

    Saturday, Sunday, 10/16 & 17

Family Festival at St. Austin's; 41st and Thomas Ave. N.  Sat. 5:30-9 p.m. -50's diner food; free 50's dance lessons from 6:30-8:30.  Sun. 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. - ham and scalloped potato dinner, games and Camden Community Choir at 1:30.  Events happening both days - bingo, silent auction, bake sale and pull tabs.

    Saturday, 10/18

Three River Parks and Lind-Bohanon Neighborhood Association's 6th Annual Heritage Day event at Carl Kroening Interpretive Center, 1-5 p.m. Workhouse Theatre Company performs a new, original family interactive play at the outdoor Haybale Theatre. $5 per person (children under 3 free) includes picnic lunch, two shows, games and activities for the whole family, and local history provided by Mississippi Courts Historical Society, Camden Historical Society and the Brooklyn Historical Society. Shuttle bus at Jenny Lind Parking lot. FFI: www.lindbohanon.org!

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