May 2008

2008-05-30 08:49:51

Hey guys!

Okay, so this is NOT a model call, but it is a shameless promotion that benefits you!

So things are kind of slow, so ALL NEW CLIENTS that request me, Laura, at Juut Uptown get a free full-size bottle of Aveda shampoo _or_ conditioner.

Full-size bottle! Free!

Any haircut, updo or style with me is just $25. All services include (with the exception of updos as we usually avoid pre-washing the hair) a pressure point massage in the head, neck and shoulders, shampoo/condition on our shampoo beds and style of your choice.

PLUS if you refer 3 people to come and see me, I'll buy you a full-size Aveda styling product of your choice! Kind of like a punchcard at Starbucks, but with a bigger payoff.

Juut Uptown is located at Hennepin and Lake, across from Calhoun Square and Chino Latino. The number is 612.823.0977

Your shampoo or conditioner choices:

Disclaimer:

This promotion is run through _me_ and none of my coworkers. So you have to make your appointment with Laura to get your product! All 3 referrals must come in for services from me before you receive your product- so make sure they know to tell me who sent them so that I can keep track and let you know when your product is ready for you to pick up. The front desk knows I'm doing this but they aren't really interested in giving out information regarding my promotion so if you have any questions please ask them here!

We've decided to offer $500 for a successful referal to our home...

2008-05-29 21:27:32

We are now offering a $500 referral bonus to anyone who refers to us a buyer who closes on our loft. That goes for local Twin Cities folks or otherwise. Just something to think about!

Brian Just CD Release Show Friday 331 Club

2008-05-29 18:20:40

Dear local Friends,

Brian Just is releasing his CD, OPEN AIR. It's lovely rock, with a full band.
I designed the album's art that includes work by local mavin Jennifer Davis
And so I'm excited!

Listen to him at Brianjust.com
Oh and there is no cover, so you win!

331 Club (331 13th ave Northeast)
Friday 9pm
Minneapolis, MN

Also Meg Ashling and Switzerlind will be preforming.

PSA for Rental Place

2008-05-29 11:35:05

Posting for a friend ....

Feel free to share!
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Custom Built Home for Rent Earl and Mary Beth Schafer
7263 East Fish Lake Road 763-753-4860
Maple Grove, MN 55311-2837 maplegroverental@yahoo.com

Property Description
Quality custom-built rambler. Over 2500 square feet in excellent condition. Tastefully decorated in neutral coordinating colors. Located close to Fish Lake Regional Park. On the Northwest Trail system that links Fish Lake, Elm Creek Park Reserve, the Coon Rapids Regional Dam Park and many other smaller parks. Maple Grove Community Center, banking, shopping, many restaurants and other services nearby. 15-20 minutes from downtown Minneapolis, Mall of America, museums, dinner theaters and other attractions.

Main Floor
New sculptured carpeting, wallpaper, textured finishes, vinyl and ceramic flooring. Oak woodwork throughout. Professional cleaned and decorated. Cable ready.

Bedrooms: 3 All window treatments provided, large lighted closets, carpeted
Bathroom Newer contemporary ceramic tile, fixtures, lighting and window treatments
Formal Living Room Full wall Indiana Bedford split stone fireplace, polished brass screen and tools, window treatments
Formal Dining Room Smoke gray chandelier, window treatments, decorator window, large patio door to 12 X 12 redwood deck
Kitchen Abundance of oak cabinet space, newer appliances including 24 cubic foot side-by-side refrigerator with external dispensers, range and oven, and dishwasher. Disposal, curtains and Mannington Sterling flooring.
Dining Room Large eating area off kitchen, Mannington Sterling flooring, wainscoting, curtains and coordinating wall paper.

Lower Level
Spacious living areas as well as storage. Carpeting, ceiling texturing and paint.

Family Room Large "L" shaped (12 X 12 and 12 X 32) family/recreation room, brick fireplace with polished brass screen and tools, carpeting, tongue and groove paneling.
Computer Room Carpeted, with storage closet, pecan paneling, phone jack for dial up or high-speed Internet access
Work Room Large work area with many shelves, storage area, multiple outlets and fully carpeted
Laundry Room Energy efficient forced air furnace with automatic humidifier and central air conditioning
Security Storage Room Located off laundry room, many shelves and multiple uses.
Bathroom Full bath

Other

Garage: Two care garage with separately controlled gas heat, fully insulated with large attic storage area. Rear service door.

Exterior: Combination of cedar, brick and Masonite painted in contemporary style. Security lighting front and back. Deck in back, cement patio off of front entry. Beautifully wooded lot with a variety of mature trees, and keystone landscaping.

Financial Information:

Application Fee $ 50.00 (non refundable except for unused funds)

Security/Damage Deposit $1600.00

Rent $1600.00 per month

Discounts $ 100.00 (If rent is RECEIVED PRIOR to the first of each month). 3 times late, voids this discount for the duration of the contract$ 100.00 per month deduction for maintenance of landscaping (mowing, watering, raking and disposal of leaves, removal of leaves and debris from retaining wall rock, shoveling etc. (See contract for specific details).

Pet (must have prior approval): Subject to Approval - Security/Damage $ 200.00 1 Small dog (spayed/neutered) or 1 Small cat (spayed/neutered and declawed) Monthly Pet Rent $ 50.00 Per month

Lease Length 1 Year

Utilities Paid - None

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Amazon Feminist Books

2008-05-29 09:59:12

It looks like the store is closing after all. The current owner has been looking for a buyer to no avail. Below is the email that just went out:

Dear friends,

For almost 38 years, Amazon Bookstore has been part of a proud tradition of independent bookselling in the Twin Cities and feminist bookselling across the country. Started by two women on the front porch of a living collective in 1970, Amazon grew to be vibrant feminist and GLBT oriented bookstore, hosting author events such as Annie Leibovitz, Gloria Steinem, Rebecca Walker, Ani DiFranco; providing a home for book groups, workshops, and classes; a space for local artists, musicians, and writers. Amazon has always been more than a bookstore?we became a place where women, especially lesbians--could find their lives reflected back to them. In recent years we served the broader community of GLBT folks and their allies; of progressive people looking for current political writing; of neighborhood folks looking for a NY Times bestseller or a book for their child.

Unfortunately, with the changing economy of bookselling, we, like many independents, have struggled to keep up with the proliferation of chains and online mega-retailers (you know the ones.) We have had many wonderful years and know we have made a difference, but we cannot go on at this point, and our attempt to sell the store has not come to fruition. We have decided to close our doors at the end of June.

We hope that you will come to the store in the next few weeks to say goodbye, tell us your Amazon Bookstore stories, and take advantage of our going out of business sales. Starting Saturday, May 31st, everything in the store will be 20% off. And don?t forget to use that gift card you have been squirreling away.

Thanks again to all of you for being a part of the history of Amazon Bookstore, the oldest feminist bookstore in the world.

Barb, Megan, Heather, Deb, Amy, Lori, Karen, Mary, Mary Ellen

New to community -- The Garage

2008-05-28 20:48:27

I'm definitely not new to Minnesota, but I joined this community in hope to find some more interesting things to seek before I head off to Mankato in the fall.

On that note I thought I would like to let those, who may be interested, know about the Cops for a Cause Benefit happening at The Garage, a music venue I work at in Burnsville. We've got a full bill of amazing bands from around the cities lined up to draw.

Go to the following link if you'd like to find out more:

www.myspace.com/thegaragecenter

-Linzy

Stupid leaky tub faucet.

2008-05-28 20:45:53

Any recommendations for plumbers in the Chaska/extreme southwest metro area?

Downtown farmer's market.

2008-05-28 19:49:04

I need to acquire some fruit tomorrow morning, and would like to go to the Nicollet Mall Farmer's Market. The site says it's been open on Thursdays since April, but I don't recall seeing them last week. Can anyone vouch for their existence on Thursday mornings?

Now Playing at Pillsbury House Theatre

2008-05-28 15:43:27

Bulrusher
By Eisa Davis
Directed by Marion McClinton
May 21 ? June 14, 2008
Ages 16+ A finalist for the 2007 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Bulrusher is a coming-of-age story set in the isolated town of Boonville in the Redwood country north of San Francisco in 1955 where the residents have developed their own unique language to address subjects not considered socially acceptable. Abandoned on the river as an infant, a young African American woman, Bulrusher, develops the ability to read the future through water. But though she can see what will happen to others with painful accuracy, she remains a mystery to herself - until a stranger from Alabama arrives and opens her eyes to race, family and love.
Tickets are $18 Adult & $13 Students/Seniors
This show has some great reviews and is a beautiful piece of theatre. The price is right, the space is intimate, and the acting superb. If you haven't seen a show at Pillsbury House Theatre, now is the time.

pillsburyhousetheatre.org

train?

2008-05-28 11:38:47

I'm thinking of taking a train trip out to portland in july to spend a month out there. it's only 200 bucks with a student advantage card. on the plus side, i can take three checked bags and my bike which means i can bring camping stuff and clothes. on the down side, it's a 36 hour trip.

i know amtrak seats are pretty comfy but i've only taken a 5 hr trip on one. not sure how sleeping in those seats for two nights is going to feel (board at 11pm and arrive at 10am).

has anyone taken the amtrak from here out to portland/seattle? what did you think? did you take a bike with? is it worth it to spend an extra $100 (or more) to take a plane and ship my bike?

thanks.

7th Annual Bedlam Community 10-Minute Play Festival!

2008-05-28 09:53:23

Wednesday May 28 (that's TODAY) through Sunday June 1 at Bedlam Theatre, 1501 S 6th St in Minneapolis at the Cedar-Riverside light rail stop.

Twenty-Five original short-works each 10 Minutes or less.

We've divided them up into three sets (A, B & C) for your viewing pleasure. We recommend you see them all.

Each set of plays will be performed 4 times throughout the festival:
Set A:
Wednesday @ 7pm
Thursday @ 9pm
Saturday @ 7pm
Sunday @ 2pm

Set B:
Wednesday @ 9pm
Friday @ 7pm
Saturday @ 9pm
Sunday @ 4pm

Set C:
Thursday @ 7pm
Friday @ 9pm
Saturday @ 5pm
Sunday @ 6pm

Plays in the sets:

SET A:
1. Looking for Our Town, by Hank Kimmel , Directed by Chantal Pavageaux
2. Made in China, created and directed by Jillia Pessenda
3. Flashenstein, by Ben Egerman and Rachel Teagle. Directed by Chris McGahan
4. The Happy imposter, created and directed by Molly Van Avery
5. English in Action, written by Josef Evans. Directed by Jon Mac Cole
6. A Simple Act of Generosity, written by Rhiana Yazzie. Directed by Shannon Harmon
7. Love Sweet Love, written by Russell Zook. Directed by Emily McPeck
8. Auction, by Gabrielle Civil. Directed by Sam Johns
9. The Painter, by Kevin Lawler. Directed by Eric Avery

SET B:
1. Another Sunrise Lost, by Bryce Volrath. Directed by Tom Lloyd
2. Number Idiotic, created by Kathy McKee and others Directed by Matt Huff
3. Decomposition, by Maureen Kane Berg. Directed by Kari Steinbach
4. The Outsiders, created and directed by Ellen Hinchcliffe and Gabrielle Civil
5. Schtick, created by ensemble. Directed by Lelis Brito
6. Pikes and Partridge, created and directed by Trevor Adams
7. In the Cool Cool Cool of the Evening, by Peter Papadopolous. Directed by Cherie Anderson

SET C:
1. Fatal, created and directed by Laura Leffler-McCabe
2. One For More Options, by Meg Sturiano. Directed by Scotty Reynolds
3. Dinner Party, created by Alberta, Kait, Mandee and telsche.
4. Operation Ant Farm, by Jim Bovino. Directed by John Bueche
5. My Collegiate Romance with a Robot, created and directed by Blake Bolan
6. Deepest Desire, by Stanley Toledo. Directed by John Eichenlaub
7. Perfect in Memory, by Hardy Coleman. Directed by Edy Elliot
8. Balloon Animals, by Savannah Reich. Directed by Heather Wilson

may 28 wednesday:
7PM ? SET A
9PM ? SET B

may 29 thursday:
7PM - SET C
9PM ? SET A

may 30 friday:
7PM - SET B
9PM ? SET C

may 31 saturday:
5PM ? SET C
7PM ? SET A
9PM ? SET B

june 1 sunday:
2 PM ? SET A
4PM ? SET B
6PM ? SET C

TICKET PRICES:
single set: $10
two set punchcard: $15
three set punchcard: $20 (and we'll throw in a free beer or soda to keep you goin.)

Wanna help clean up Hugo?

2008-05-27 09:54:43

Edit: Thanks, everyone! The list of volunteers is full! I'll email everyone the details.

The storm that hit the Twin Cities this weekend caused a number of homes to be destroyed in Hugo, MN (north of Saint Paul). I'm volunteering to help clean up the town and I'd like you to join me.

Free Microwave

2008-05-26 13:07:26

Hey everybody,

I have an extra microwave that I don't need. It works fine, but I already have one. Want it? It could use a clean, but it otherwise fine. It's free. It's currently housed on the street with a "free" sign. 31st and Harriet. Stop on by and claim it if you want.

UPDATED: Gone! If it was one of you, may you have many years of good microwave popcorn and whatever else you choose to nuke.

Monday lunch?

2008-05-26 10:14:47

My favorite place in all of Minneapolis doesn't seem to be open today. Where can one procure a tasty (preferably Chinese) lunch that you KNOW is open today? :)

SBj

Roommate

2008-05-25 23:01:51

What would be the best way to find a roommate in Minneapolis? I've tried craigslist and citypages.

I'm looking for something in downtown with or close to skyway access.

Condo for sale OR rent

2008-05-25 11:23:32

Hello!

I'm posting to advertise a 2BR+den loft style condo that is available to buy, to rent, or rent to own, located on Mainstreet in Hopkins.

Unit Details:

2 large bedrooms plus enclosed den

2 full bathrooms, including whirlpool tub

2 large walk-in closets

Private heat, central air, laundry

Large capacity freezer

Stainless steel appliances

Private balcony

Hardwood and ceramic tile floors

Two heated underground parking spaces

Extra storage unit

Open floor plan

Wired for cable and Internet

Community features:

Community/party room with full kitchen

40" flat panel TV & DVD

Exercise room with state of the art equipment and TV

Large patio with grills and dining space

Above Chipotle, Cold Stone Creamery, Erbert & Gerberts, Camille's

Security building

Pets allowed

Built in 2003

On a bus line, in the heart of downtown Hopkins near movie theater, farmers' market, restaurants, groceries, coffee shops, and antique stores.

Floorplan can be seen here--except that on this unit, the den is closed in with a door, rather than open.

Priced at $279,000 to buy, or $1650/mo (including utilities and association fees) to rent or for rent to own. Look up MLS#: 3544614 or visit http://shireproperties.zxq.net/ for more information and photos.

If interested, please contact shireproperties@comcast.net

The world is less evil today, and not in a good way

2008-05-24 23:30:16

RIP Earl Root, host of KFAI's sublime metal show, The Root of All Evil. He died on May 23 after a long battle with cancer.

Air hockey

2008-05-24 20:29:56

What bars, restaurants, etc. in the Twin Cities have air hockey?

Darts anyone?

2008-05-24 19:35:07

I'm jonesing to play REAL (read: cork w/ steel tips) darts and was wondering if anyone has some recommendations of places to play around the northern/northwestern burbs.

I'd even take some back-up recommendations of decent places to toss soft-tips since I know most bars/locales don't want the liability of having sharp pointy objects being hurled through the bar by drunken patrons.

Thanks!

Plasma selling?

2008-05-23 17:01:38

My google-fu is failing so I come here with my question.

Are there any blood banks, etc. in the Twin Cities area that pay for plasma?

lakes.

2008-05-23 14:33:42

My husband and I want to take our son swimming tomorrow.
Do any of you know of any lakes, or ponds around the Minneapolis area that are nice, and not too crowded?
Thanks-jamie.

Get the lead in!

2008-05-23 13:53:06

So the 80-year-old gas station in my neighborhood that sold non-oxy lead substitute gasoline* is closing today, and I'm looking for another gas station in Minneapolis or St. Paul (or maybe the inner-ring suburbs)where I could get it. Any ideas?

* Used for race cars and older collector vehicles, like my 45-year-old Vespa.

local stores w/baby stuff?

2008-05-23 13:32:10

I need some baby-related items (stroller, high chair, etc). I'd rather not buy them from MegaBabyChainStores. Are there any local baby-item stores you know of?

also, for anyone seeking maternity clothes (or seeking to get RID of maternity clothes: a really cute little maternity consignment shop just opened up recently right near Diamond Lake Road and Nicollet.

It's called Nine, and here's more info:
http://www.nineconsign.com/
5456 Nicollet Ave S.
Minneapolis, MN 55419
open Tues-Thurs 10-7
Fri-Sat 10-5

you can get tons of great stuff very cheap.

places for busking?

2008-05-23 11:03:08

Hey everyone,
I'm a violinist looking to pick up a little extra money by busking this summer. Does anyone have any recommendations, or know of places (markets, festivals, etc.) that may be looking for a little music?
Thanks in advance!

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Red Wing

2008-05-23 10:51:43

I'm going to Red Wing tonight and will be there all day tomorrow.

Is there anything you would recommend seeing/going to/experiencing there? I'm looking for food, beer, historical things, nature things, whatever.

Thanks in advance!

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