Events - Week View

The Membership Committee develops new strategies for member engagement and retention. If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to Committee Chair Jane Helsing.

In his groundbreaking new book-IF YOU’RE ALIVE-Your Mission on Earth Isn’t Finished, Author and MCC member David McNally asks fundamental questions: What if your next years were some of your best years? Whether you are 60, 70, 80, or could we dare say 90, what if the months and years ahead exceeded your highest expectations? Join us as we hear from David as he tackles these and other questions.

Do you find it hard to really get to know members at our large programs … or those featuring a speaker? This spontaneous event might be just right for you! Join us for a casual conversation at Milwaukee Road Restaurant and Bar at The Depot. Take this opportunity to meet new members and reconnect with some you haven’t seen lately. If you are attending for the first time, please contact the MCC office so we can be sure someone is there to meet you.

Learn about the ongoing efforts of Owámniyomni Okhódayapi to make Dakota people visible in their homeland. The nonprofit is currently working to transform five acres of land at Owámniyomni (St. Anthony Falls) into a place of restoration, education, healing and connection. This work connects the restoration of the natural environment with the revitalization of Dakota lifeways. Join us as we hear from Owámniyomni Okhódayapi President Shelley Buck, Program Director Barry Hand, and Project Advisor Kjersti Duval.

Do you find it hard to really get to know members at our large programs … or those featuring a speaker? This spontaneous event might be just right for you! Join us for a casual conversation at Jefe Urban Cocina. Take this opportunity to meet new members and reconnect with some you haven’t seen lately. If you are attending for the first time, please contact the MCC office so we can be sure someone is there to meet you.

Join your friends and neighbors at the C.R.E.A.M Cafe for a morning chat. This adventure requires no reservations.

All Chairs of the different committees are invited to join us at this monthly meeting.

This guided discussion group with professional facilitation supports MCC members and nonmembers who are in a caregiving role.

Join us to discuss this month‘s book, "Unfinished Love Story," by Doris Kearns Goodwin. You are welcome to join us in conversation whether or not you‘ve read the book.

Instead of a book selection for January, we are going to meet to discuss books we want to read for the year and try to plan ahead for them.

The Mill City Commons Board, Committee Chairs and Staff invite you to our Annual Business Meeting on December 4 at 4:00 pm. Join us to learn what‘s going on at MCC, ask questions, and provide input. Agenda items include updates from our Committee Chairs, a review of membership trends and our financial forecast, and more. Small bites and beverages will be provided. Members are welcome to stay until 6:30 pm to mingle. All members are encouraged to attend.

This casual, Dutch-treat lunch at Klassic‘s Kitchen alternates weeks with our Men’s Breakfast. There’s no program, but good conversation happens here! Please register, so we can let the restaurant know how many to expect. If you would like to be added to the Thursday Dutch Lunch list or suggest a topic for discussion, email alburd4057@gmail.com.

As the weather outside turns "frightful", snuggle up in the cozy theater and immerse yourself in the soft glow of the silver screen! Afterward, you and fellow MCC members enjoy good food and lively conversation at a Dutch-treat dinner!

Members are welcome to join us for the movie, dinner, or both.

The movie we will be seeing will be announced soon.

We will meet at MSP Film @ the Main for the movie, followed by a Dutch treat dinner at Jefe Urban Cocina to discuss the movie. If you‘ve already seen the movie, but would like to meet us at the restaurant at 6:10 pm, please let us know by answering the question that will pop up when you register.

Get to know other MCC members at a casual Saturday morning breakfast mixer inside Elsie’s Restaurant‘s dining room. Hot coffee awaits you when you arrive on foot or by bike or by car - order a full breakfast or simply a beverage. Open seating at tables set for 4 or 5 - great for conversation with friends, old and new. To help the restaurant prepare, please register. NOTE: Elsie’s has a secluded indoor space available in the main dining room. This event is limited to 35 to accommodate Elsie‘s staff.