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St. Paul – Minnesota Writers Series: The Stories Whiteness Tells Itself Book Launch

Minnesota Humanities Event Center 987 Ivy Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN, United States

Join us on Wednesday, February 8, to celebrate the release of David Mura's new book, "The Stories Whiteness Tells Itself: Racial Myths and Our American Narratives", released in January of 2023 by University of Minnesota Press. Following a reading of selections from the new book, Mura will be joined by his friend and fellow writer Alexs Pate for a discussion on dismantling the myth of whiteness.

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Mankato and Online – Transnational Feminism, Solidarity, and Care for #WomanLifeFreedom

Ostrander Auditorium - Minnesota State University - Mankato 540 W Road, Mankato, MN, United States

Recent events and protests in Iran have catapulted human rights and feminist issues onto the world stage, and yet these movements in Iran are not new. Join Dr. Yalda Hamidi (Minnesota State University, Mankato) and a special guest panel as they reflect on the Iranian feminist revolution of 2022 and the politics of solidarity, care, and transnational feminism.

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Becker – We Are Water MN

Sherburne History Center 10775 27th Ave SE, Becker, United States

The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines three ways of knowing water: personal stories, historical content, and scientific information. Visitors can explore stories both local and statewide and share their own stories of water’s importance in their life.

Walker – Why Treaties Matter

Walker-Hackensack-Akeley High School 301 4th Street, Walker, MN, United States

"Why Treaties Matter: Self-Government in the Dakota and Ojibwe Nations” explores relationships between Dakota and Ojibwe Indian Nations and the U.S. government in this place we now call Minnesota.

St. Paul – The Rebellious Life of Rosa Parks Film Screening

Minnesota Humanities Event Center 987 Ivy Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN, United States

The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks blows away the myths we learned about the “tired seamstress” who gave up her seat on the bus. The only thing she was tired of was injustice. Join us for a screening of The Rebellious Life of Rosa Parks, featuring a discussion after the film moderated by Kevin Lindsey.

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St. Paul – Poetry Sparks!

Minnesota Humanities Event Center 987 Ivy Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN, United States

In celebration of National Poetry Month, join Minnesota’s Poet Laureate Gwen Westerman, at a poetry gathering just for poets. Hear about Gwen’s vision for poetry across the state, get connected to other poets, and let your creativity loose with some writing time.

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Pine River – We Are Water MN

Happy Dancing Turtle 2331 Dancing Wind Rd SW, Ste 1, Pine River, MN, United States

The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines three ways of knowing water: personal stories, historical content, and scientific information. Visitors can explore stories both local and statewide and share their own stories of water’s importance in their life.

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St. Paul – Children’s Book Week Celebration

Minnesota Humanities Event Center 987 Ivy Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN, United States

Join the Minnesota Humanities Center for a celebration on the lawn honoring Children’s Book Week, with guest author readings, book art workshops, story walks, games, crafts, book sales, and special giveaways.

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Minneapolis and Online – Westminster Town Hall Forum: Arc Toward Justice 2023

Westminster Presbyterian Church 1200 Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Join renowned philosopher and social critic Dr. Cornel West and social impact strategist and professional disruptor Ifeoma Ike in Minneapolis in a collaborative event with our partners Westminster Town Hall Forum and Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers. Minnesota Public Radio Host Angela Davis will serve as our moderator for the “ARC Toward Justice” event.

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Coleraine – Teaching American Indian Content to All

Greenway High School 308 Roosevelt Street, Coleraine, MN, United States

Educators in the Coleraine area are invited to attend Teaching American Indian Content to All at Greenway High School — two days of multiple classes covering all teaching grade levels and subjects. CEUs are available for participating educators.

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Golden Valley – Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story (Morning Performance)

Breck School 123 Ottawa Avenue North, Golden Valley, MN, United States

Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story written by Rose McGee is a 90-minute fictitious, two-act play that addresses a factual and traumatic time in our history – when news was deliberately withheld that Black people were no longer to be kept as slaves in this country. Storytelling and music weave together mesmerizing scenes.

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