Artist Pop up Event featuring Melodee Strong
Feb
1
12:00 PM12:00

Artist Pop up Event featuring Melodee Strong

Wanna help design a mural on the parkway? 

Your input will help inform the design for a mural being created by Melodee Strong, local artist with 4 murals on Lake Street and 1 on the Greenway! 

Bring your creative juices to Midtown Global Market on Saturdays Feb 1 and 8 from 12-3pm. No previous experience necessary. Family friendly event. All ages and abilities. All are welcome!  

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Artist Pop up Event featuring Melodee Strong
Feb
8
12:00 PM12:00

Artist Pop up Event featuring Melodee Strong

Wanna help design a mural on the parkway? 

Your input will help inform the design for a mural being created by Melodee Strong, local artist with 4 murals on Lake Street and 1 on the Greenway! 

Bring your creative juices to Midtown Global Market on Saturdays Feb 1 and 8 from 12-3pm. No previous experience necessary. Family friendly event. All ages and abilities. All are welcome!  


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HerStory Book Fair
Apr
12
12:00 PM12:00

HerStory Book Fair

Minnesota-based female authors can find more detail and apply here:. https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/xp2Nr6G


Date:                    Saturday, April 12, 2025
Location:           Midtown Global Market
Time:                    Noon-3pm
Focus:                 Celebrating female authors in Minnesota with a multicultural perspective

Event Goals

  • Highlight the literary contributions of Minnesota’s female authors across diverse cultural backgrounds.

  • Provide a platform for women authors to showcase and sell their work.

  • Foster community engagement through storytelling, book signings, and interactive sessions.

  • Support literacy and celebrate the power of women’s voices.

This event is supported by Strive Publishing and Bookstore that aims to inspire community collaboration through publishing stories to heal, teach, learn, and earn, while building an ecosystem that embodies a rich Black culture and heritage.

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Authors & Illustrators Book Fair
Aug
2
12:00 PM12:00

Authors & Illustrators Book Fair

Minnesota-based authors can find more detail and apply here:. AUTHOR REGISTRATION

Check out Midtown Global Market’s 2nd Annual Authors & Illustrators Book Fair on Saturday, August 2, from Noon. – 3 p.m. The Market will be packed with books, authors, and literary fun with a focus on picture books through young adult. Discover new literary characters, meet talented local writers, and support Minnesota’s literary community.

The free event gives all the chance to stop by and donate new or gently used books as well. There will also be face painting, storytelling, and amazing food from the restaurants at the Market. Whether you’re a bookworm, aspiring author, or just looking for a fun and unique weekend activity, this is the perfect event.

This event is supported by Strive Publishing and Bookstore that aims to inspire community collaboration through publishing stories to heal, teach, learn, and earn, while building an ecosystem that embodies a rich Black culture and heritage.

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Day 6- Kumbaa (Creativity)
Dec
31
11:00 AM11:00

Day 6- Kumbaa (Creativity)

Kwanzaa Celebration with the Cultural Wellness Center!
Join us for a powerful week of community, culture, and celebration at the Cultural Wellness Center as we honor the past and envision the future!

Dates: December 26 - December 31
Time: Daily from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
This gathering embodies the spirit of freedom, unity, and resilience—bringing together the 7 Principles of Kwanzaa through:
Delicious Food
Vibrant Music
Fabulous Fashion
Art & Culture
Storytelling & More!

Let’s celebrate together, honor our traditions, and create new memories. Bring your family, friends, and community to share in the joy and unity of Kwanzaa!

Street and Ramp parking are available. Street parking is located off of Lake Street and 10th Ave

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Day 5- Nia (Purpose)
Dec
30
11:00 AM11:00

Day 5- Nia (Purpose)

Kwanzaa Celebration with the Cultural Wellness Center!
Join us for a powerful week of community, culture, and celebration at the Cultural Wellness Center as we honor the past and envision the future!

Dates: December 26 - December 31
Time: Daily from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
This gathering embodies the spirit of freedom, unity, and resilience—bringing together the 7 Principles of Kwanzaa through:
Delicious Food
Vibrant Music
Fabulous Fashion
Art & Culture
Storytelling & More!

Let’s celebrate together, honor our traditions, and create new memories. Bring your family, friends, and community to share in the joy and unity of Kwanzaa!

Street and Ramp parking are available. Street parking is located off of Lake Street and 10th Ave

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Kwanzaa Day 4-Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics)
Dec
29
11:00 AM11:00

Kwanzaa Day 4-Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics)

Kwanzaa Celebration with the Cultural Wellness Center!
Join us for a powerful week of community, culture, and celebration at the Cultural Wellness Center as we honor the past and envision the future!

Dates: December 26 - December 31
Time: Daily from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
This gathering embodies the spirit of freedom, unity, and resilience—bringing together the 7 Principles of Kwanzaa through:
Delicious Food
Vibrant Music
Fabulous Fashion
Art & Culture
Storytelling & More!

Let’s celebrate together, honor our traditions, and create new memories. Bring your family, friends, and community to share in the joy and unity of Kwanzaa!

Street and Ramp parking are available. Street parking is located off of Lake Street and 10th Ave

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Kwanzaa Day 3- Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibilities)
Dec
28
11:00 AM11:00

Kwanzaa Day 3- Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibilities)

Kwanzaa Celebration with the Cultural Wellness Center!
Join us for a powerful week of community, culture, and celebration at the Cultural Wellness Center as we honor the past and envision the future!

Dates: December 26 - December 31
Time: Daily from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
This gathering embodies the spirit of freedom, unity, and resilience—bringing together the 7 Principles of Kwanzaa through:
Delicious Food
Vibrant Music
Fabulous Fashion
Art & Culture
Storytelling & More!

Let’s celebrate together, honor our traditions, and create new memories. Bring your family, friends, and community to share in the joy and unity of Kwanzaa!

Street and Ramp parking are available. Street parking is located off of Lake Street and 10th Ave.

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Kwanzaa Day 2- .Kichaguila (Self-Determination)
Dec
27
11:00 AM11:00

Kwanzaa Day 2- .Kichaguila (Self-Determination)

Kwanzaa Celebration at the Cultural Wellness Center!
Join us for a powerful week of community, culture, and celebration at the Cultural Wellness Center as we honor the past and envision the future!

Dates: December 26 - December 31
Time: Daily from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
This gathering embodies the spirit of freedom, unity, and resilience—bringing together the 7 Principles of Kwanzaa through:
Delicious Food
Vibrant Music
Fabulous Fashion
Art & Culture
Storytelling & More!

Let’s celebrate together, honor our traditions, and create new memories. Bring your family, friends, and community to share in the joy and unity of Kwanzaa!

Street and Ramp parking are available. Street parking is located off of Lake Street and 10th Av

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Kwanzaa Day 1- Umoja (Unity)
Dec
26
11:00 AM11:00

Kwanzaa Day 1- Umoja (Unity)

Kwanzaa Celebration with the Cultural Wellness Center!


Join us for a powerful week of community, culture, and celebration at the Cultural Wellness Center as we honor the past and envision the future!

Dates: December 26 - December 31
Time: Daily from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
This gathering embodies the spirit of freedom, unity, and resilience—bringing together the 7 Principles of Kwanzaa through:
Delicious Food
Vibrant Music
Fabulous Fashion
Art & Culture
Storytelling & More!

Let’s celebrate together, honor our traditions, and create new memories. Bring your family, friends, and community to share in the joy and unity of Kwanzaa!

Street and Ramp parking are available. Street parking is located off of Lake Street and 10th Ave

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Community Resource Event
Dec
13
12:00 PM12:00

Community Resource Event

These events are designed to provide you with valuable information about the resources available to you in your community.

Whether you're looking for help with housing, healthcare, or employment, these events will connect you with the right people and organizations to get you the support you need. You'll also have the opportunity to meet and connect with other community members who are facing similar challenges.

We encourage you to attend as many of these events as possible and to share this announcement with your friends and family. Together, we can build a stronger, more supportive community.

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No Coast Craft-o-Rama
Dec
7
10:00 AM10:00

No Coast Craft-o-Rama

Join us for our 19th year!!! No Coast Craft-O-Rama has been bringing together amazing local artists and crafters in one great space - Midtown Global Market! No Coast Craft-o-Rama is a modern, urban & indie-style art & craft show that’s been held annually since 2005. 

Come on by to shop and then wander into the market to grab some food and check out their shops.

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Authors & Illustrators Event
Nov
16
10:00 AM10:00

Authors & Illustrators Event

Join us for the first ever Children's Author and Illustrator Event at Midtown Global Market on November 16 from 10 AM to 4 PM!

This event will be a wonderful opportunity for authors and illustrators to showcase and sell your books, connect with young readers and their families, and celebrate the joy of storytelling together. There will also be some book giveaways.

Author Participants:
Susan Gainen
Melina Mangal
James Johnson
Crown Shepherd
Diane May
Eileen Dvorak
Phuoc Tran
Pete Hautman
Emiko Rainbow
Emily Kilgore
Tea Rozman
Nicholas DeShaw
Shannon Gibney
Benjamin Klas
Heather Boshke
Lady Daisy- Stacey Keilhorn
Marriam Mohammad
Keiko Fay
Marriam Mohammad
De Rocher Publishing
Kirsten Henry
Nasra Noor
Keiko Fay

Organizations:
Book Buggy
Start Reading now
Hennepin County Libraries- Franklin Library

Ramp and street parking are available. Ramp parking is available off of Lake Street and 10th Ave.

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