One Fighting Irishman: Twin Cities Premiere Film Screening

Join us for the film screening premiere of One Fighting Irishman by filmmaker Sharon Yamato. This event is in partnership with the Twin Cities Japanese American Citizens League and in commemoration of the Day of Remembrance, observed on February 19 as a day for the Japanese American community to reflect and share the history of the forced incarceration of over 125,000 people of Japanese ancestry during World War II.

Mosaic Festival: Dance and Music of World Cultures

Experience a global celebration of culture with live dance and music performances, arts and crafts, cultural booths, and a diverse pop-up café offering delicious international foods from around the world. This event is presented by Landmark Center and Ethnic Dance Theatre.

Tickets can be purchased online ahead of time, or at the door on the day of the event.

10 of Greater Minnesota’s Best Coffee Shops

Lucky for us Minnesotans, there are very few coffee deserts here. Maybe it’s because we’re cold for more than half the year, or because coffee and hospitality go hand-in-hand. 

Here are 10 of our favorites in greater Minnesota; chances are good that you’ll find a great one nearby, or suddenly have a reason for a road trip. 

Lowland Kids

The Great Northern

Saturday, February 1 at 2:00 PM • The Great Northern’s Family Day

Lowland Kids follows the story of the last two teenagers living on the once thriving Isle de Jean Charles, Louisiana, their strikingly beautiful ancestral home that is now being swallowed by the sea. Surrounded by lush, crumbling landscapes, Howard & Juliette along with their Uncle Chris, navigate the emotional journey of growing up in a place that is soon to be lost forever.

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A Life Illuminated

The Great Northern

Saturday, January 31 at 6:30 PM

Marine biologist Dr. Edie Widder has spent a lifetime exploring the ocean depths, which contain endless secrets. She made headlines for devising the camera system that captured the first footage of a giant squid in its natural habitat. But her greatest passion is studying the occurrence of bioluminescence — the awe-inspiring phenomenon of underwater organisms that produce their own light.

Harvest

The Great Northern

Friday, January 30 at 7:30 PM

Join Trust for Public Land for a special showing of the documentary short Harvest.