A Tribute to Joe Sample, George Duke & Ramsey Lewis November 15 and 16, 2025 A former member of the New Power Generation, Tommy Barbarella traveled the globe as a frontman with Prince. In Sample This, he pays homage to three of his greatest influences, Joe Sample, George Duke, and Ramsey Lewis — jazz greats […]
Shop Small. Shop Black-Owned. Shop Northside! Black Friday, November 28 | 3 PM – 7 PM Small Business Saturday, November 29 | 11 AM – 5 PM Get ready for one of North Minneapolis’s most anticipated annual holiday shopping experience! Hosted by the West Broadway Business and Area Coalition (WBC) and Northside Economic Opportunity Network […]
Shop Small. Shop Local-Owned. Shop Northside! Black Friday, November 28 | 3 PM – 7 PM Small Business Saturday, November 29 | 11 AM – 5 PM Get ready for one of North Minneapolis’s most anticipated annual holiday shopping experience! Hosted by the West Broadway Business and Area Coalition (WBC) and Northside Economic Opportunity Network […]
https://youtu.be/ajw425Kuvtw?si=NejMHo0pHU9qkUBr Celebrate the life and music of an icon who inspired generations through his message of love, peace, and unity. In this powerful and uplifting film, discover Bob Marley's incredible story of overcoming adversity and the journey behind his revolutionary music that changed the world. Conversation Leader: StarTribune Arts reporter Rohan Preston Join us at […]
Community Viewing of the Spike Lee Classic! December 5, starting at 7pm The men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc invites you to rewatch this groundbreaking film together in community with friends, neighbors, fraternity and sorority members, graduates of HBCUs and all who love Spike Lee's classic "School Daze." This event is a fundraising event […]
THREE TALES OF CHRISTMAS The Nutcracker, The Polar Express, and The Velveteen Rabbit 7:30pm Saturday, December 13 Cantus weaves together three holiday stories with time-honored carols and new classics. Blending narration and song, the program features Margery Williams’ The Velveteen Rabbit and The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg alongside an abridged romp through Pyotr […]
Christmas and jazz make a lot of pizzazz! Join us for a jazzy big band concert featuring everything from standards to Christmas songs, highlighting a variety of our musicians.
Two Shows 7pm Friday, December 19 3pm Saturday, December 20 Now in its 2nd year, this powerful production unites the hottest band in the Twin Cities and Los Angeles native & celebrated actress Nubia Monks for a fresh, soulful reimagining of the nativity story. Blending gospel, blues, jazz, and soul, Black “Co-MingL” Nativity delivers a vibrant, […]
Two Shows 7pm Friday, December 19 3pm Saturday, December 20 Now in its 2nd year, this powerful production unites the hottest band in the Twin Cities and Los Angeles native & celebrated actress Nubia Monks for a fresh, soulful reimagining of the nativity story. Blending gospel, blues, jazz, and soul, Black “Co-MingL” Nativity delivers a vibrant, […]
EMAG Exhibition Dec 5, 2025 -Jan 3, 2026 Opening Reception 4-6PM, December 20, 2025
https://youtu.be/WgIayss1wkU?si=RfuLFGiJJ4H_kVYt From Ryan Coogler—director of “Black Panther” and “Creed”—and starring Michael B. Jordan comes a new vision of fear: “Sinners.” Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers (Jordan) return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back. “You keep dancing with […]
3-7 PM, January 19th, 2026 Come vibe with us at the 6th Annual MLK Black Youth Talent Showcase—performances and youth talent live on the Northside. Come through and celebrate amazing Black youth talents live and in person! This showcase highlights the creativity, passion, and skills of young stars ready to shine. Expect an uplifting vibe, […]