Future Presence 4
@ The Future Presence Gallery
1126 2nd Street NE
Minneapolis
6-11 p.m. / free
Since the inception of Future Presence a year ago, the artist-run NE collective has seen over seven curated exhibitions with over 50 artists and has evolved into “one of the most unique” artist collectives/gallery spots in the city showcasing a refreshing mix of the undiscovered and the established. Their latest creative endeavor Future Presence 4 hones the talent of over 30 visual, sound and film artists, with collaborative performances and installations, not to mention a chance to peep the new digs at Future Presence's gallery space. Featuring art by Jesse Draxler, Amina Harper, Russ Olson, Bryant Locher, Chris Park, David Jensen, Wundr, Gregory J Rose and many more, beverages from Joia All Natural Soda and PBR and an encore opening night on Friday which includes Bollywood's EP Release in the EON Soundspace at 9 p.m.
Sponsored by l'etoile!
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THURSDAY DECEMBER 15TH
Third Thursday at MIA: Tinsel Town
@ MIA
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. / Free
The MIA combines holiday shopping a sparkling good time this Thursday in another edition of their monthly 3rd Thursday event. In addition to free admission to the museum, a number of festive activities will be at your fingertips, holiday gift shopping, a craft-a-card photo booth, live music from locals The Brutes, and a jaunt through Winterlights, a twinkling tour that celebrates winter festivities from around the world.
Click HERE for the MIA site
THURSDAY DECEMBER 15THPerish
@ Kitty Cat Klub
315 14th Ave SE
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+ / free
Attention synth fans, do you love the melancholy? Have a thing for gothic rock? Ethereal shoegaze? Sorrow you can dance to? Well, you're in luck. Despite what the mainstream air waves are streaming, darkwave isn't dead. Every month join Perish's resident DJs for another dark n' decadent dance installment at the Kitty Cat Klub. This time around, catch a live performance from krautrock solo project of Jason Kesselring (Skye Klad), Comets Ov Cupid, and local instrumental rock band, Take Acre. Plus, get down to dancey post-punk gems and gothy charms spun by resident Perish DJs. Black attire encouraged.
Click HERE for the Facebook page
FRIDAY DECEMBER 16TH
Katelyn Farstad: New Work
@ Shoebox Gallery
2948 Chicago Ave. S
Minneapolis
6 p.m. – 9 p.m. / Free
Minneapolis artist and musician Katelyn Farstad’s work is bright, colorful, mysterious and always unexpected. In the past she has presented painting sculpture hybrids, installation pieces and even pieces incorporating re-purposed found objects. Always intriguing and unpredictable, we’re excited to see what’s next when she presents new work at the Shoebox Gallery. In addition to Katlyn’s new work, the evening will feature a presentation by Sean Smuda, who will share an 8 p.m. open studio and discussion about his recent trip as Minneapolis Artist Liaison to sister city Tours, France. A multi-faceted evening of artistic experience awaits.
Click HERE for the Facebook event
FRIDAY DECEMBER 16TH – 22ND
Stuck Between Stations
@ St. Anthony Main Theater
115 Main St. SE
Minneapolis
Show Times Vary / $8.50
When was the last time we got to see Minneapolis represented as the hotbed of sexy independent cool that we know it to be and not some podunk outpost of regional accents and snow bound losers? Honestly, and sadly…almost never. So hats off to the refreshingly unaffected indie film Stuck Between Stations which was not only shot locally and named for a Hold Steady song, but also blessed with Josh Hartnett's appearance – sporting a fetching neck tattoo no less! It may just be the best ever cinematic representation of the magical joy of falling in love on a summer evening in Minneapolis. If you missed this little gem at the MSPIFF now’s your chance to catch it when it returns this week for a theatrical run. Friday's opening evening will be packed with activities and celebrations surrounding the release, so if you want to hob-nob with the cast and crew head over to the Aster Café at 6 p.m. for an informal reception prior to the 7p.m. screening. After the show join the gang at CO Exhibitions for a premiere after-party with performances by Grant Cutler, Members of Doomtree, Andrew Broder, and The Pizza Boys! Immerse yourself in an evening of Minneapolis pride and get a cinematic glimpse at the way we live here and now.
Click HERE for showtimes
"Stuck Between Stations" Movie Trailer from Stuck Between Stations on Vimeo.
FRIDAY DECEMBER 16TH
Big Quarters CD Release at Triple Rock
@ Triple Rock
629 Cedar Avenue
Minneapolis
9 p.m. / 21+/ $8 in advance $10 at the door
Minnesotan hip-hop is about to set the Triple Rock on fire this Friday at the Big Quarters CD Release party. Brandon Allday and Medium Zach will celebrate the release of their full-length album Party like a Commie on this fine, festive evening. The local duo’s previous works were voted two of the Best Albums of 2007 and 2009 by the Star Tribune, so you can expect nothing less than "awesome" from this quintessential local rap group. Adding some extra swagger to the evening are Los Nativos, No Bird Sing, and DJ Ren.
Click HERE for the Facebook event
FRIDAY DECEMBER 16TH
Chuck U T-shirt Launch & Art Party
@ Nomad World Pub
501 Cedar Ave S.
Minneapolis
8 p.m. / 21+ / $5
A night of new art, music and T-shirts awaits you this Friday at the Nomad World Pub! Check out Chuck U's latest creations and do a little holiday shopping for art prints, paintings, drawings and T-shirts--all will be discounted at a classy Christmas prices for one night only. As you browse art and apparel, enjoy some tunes from Crimes, Ecid, Sean Anonymous, The Set, and DJ Greenery. With so much going on, don’t forget to feast your eyes on the big screen, as Sean and Ecid are excited to debut their brand new music videos for you.
Click HERE for the Facebook event
FRIDAY DECEMBER 16TH
BOMP
@ First Ave Main Room
701 First Avenue
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / +18 / $5 w/RSVP or $10 at door
Who could turn down a night of epic/digital DJ distortions and mind-blowing visuals? Get down to business on this fine fall Friday in the First Ave mainroom with The Moongoons, Wzz Wnshp, Plain Ole Bill, and Jimmy 2 Times. Experience sounds that will rock your richters, accompanied with video delights on the big screen. Grab your boys and girls and bust out your best moves at BOMP.
Click HERE to RSVP for reduced admission
SATURDAY DECEMBER 17TH
Moon Glyph Showcase of Radical Acts
@ Yeti Records
3506 Nicollet Ave S
Minneapolis
5pm / All Ages / Free
Locally-based psych imprint Moon Glyph has been making some serious waves in the music scene of late, boasting an impressive cross-section of psychedelic, drone, synth and avant-garde released only on cassette and vinyl. This Saturday, kick your evening off early at Yeti Records, who has has pulled together four diverse and wildly talented bands from the label that represent the top shelf material Moon Glyph has been sharing. Any event that includes Roy Orb, Ghostband, CLAPS and Magic Castles on one bill is not one that you want to skip!
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 17TH
Monster Drawing Rally
@ Midway Contemporary Arts
527 Second Ave. SE
Minneapolis
6 p.m. – 10 p.m. / Free
No, this is not the kind of Monster Rally that involves grotesquely oversized trucks with ill-conceived names, but rather the type that involves egregiously underpriced local art. This annual event gives local art lovers the opportunity to snap up pieces fresh out of an artist’s hands – this year for only $35! Even better, the over 60 artists produce the works live in front of an appreciative audience. It’s the very rare chance to watch some of your favorite artists at work and interact with them throughout the process. The list of participating artists is too long to share here, but you’re sure to recognize many of the names as they represent a who’s who of the local art scene. With all proceeds benefiting the non-profit Midway Contemporary Art gallery, you can feel great about your participation even if you go a little overboard with impulse purchases. Go get yourself some great art, but keep your grubby mitts off our picks!
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 17TH
Entanglement
@ Gallery at Fox Tax
503 1st Ave NE
Minneapolis
6 – 9 p.m. / Free
Don't miss as guest curator Hanna Frick and the gallery at Fox Tax present Entanglement, a group show featuring the freedom, balance and methodology that is the collage artist. Get a jump on local holiday shopping as tonight's exhibit showcases original and donated pieces for under $100. What a steal! Proceeds from the show benefit the Children's Cancer Research Fund, so you can give to charity while you give to your friends and revel in work by Beth Bowman, Allen Brewer, Josie Lewis, Jesse Draxler, Gary Wolf, Hannah Frick and more.
Click HERE for this art event and more at mplsart.com
SATURDAY DECEMBER 17TH
Blue Sky Blackout: Lunar Love Song
@ Cause
3005 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis
9 p.m. – 12 a.m. / 21+ / $5
It's been a few years since we've heard the phrase/genre/subtext “rock opera.” It conjures thoughts of The Who's “Tommy” and Freddie Mercury. Tonight, accept a modern version of sci-fi sonic bliss as Blue Sky Blackout presents their very own mini rock opera “Lunar Love Song.” The show features live sets by classic rockers, Get Gone, and indie falsetto engineers, Surgeon's In Heat. Lazers, space shigs and shooting stars not included.
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 17TH
Rock the Halls III: A Miracle on 14th Ave.
@ Kitty Cat Klub
315 14th Ave. SE
Minneapolis
8 p.m. – 2a.m. / 21+ / $5
It’s a Christmas Miracle! For the third year in a row, Rock the Halls gives you a reason to dance around in a Santa hat in public with only minimal judgment from your fellow revelers - and with far better music than you’ll find at your office Christmas party. The holiday festivities include sets by Dream Crusher, Elite Gymnastics, Fire in the Northern Firs, Crimes, Hollow Boys, and Carlo Marx of UMAMI. Awesome Misfits / Christmas jingle mash-up band Glen Sansig and the Christfits will strike an appropriately jolly mood while themed visuals get you in the holiday spirit. To top things off a World’s Ugliest Sweater contest features prizes from great local businesses such as Moxie Hair Salon and Yeti Records. Get Rudolph hitched up and have him lead your little sleigh to this miraculous celebration of the season!
Click HERE for the Facebook event
SATURDAY DECEMBER 17TH
Forever Young VFW Basement Holiday Party
@ VFW
2916 Lyndale Ave. S
Minneapolis
8 p.m. / 21+ / $5 Cover $3 with Facebook RSVP
How can you turn down a night of drinking, dress up, and VFW basement dancin’? The answer is simple, you can’t. Dress up in your holiday best and don’t forget to hit the photo booth--this is a night you’ll want to remember. Forever Young is a genius monthly production put together by local favorites Cloud and Snakebite. It’s the only weekend dance party in Uptown, bringing together DJs that deliver the best body bumpin’ beats around. The night is famous for recreating the nostalgic basement dwelling dance parties of your younger years. Remember the sounds of Outkast, Daft Punk, Ace of Base, Justin Timberlake, Missy Elliot, Nelly, TLC, Aaliya and T.A.T.U? Yeah, they will all be there. As you let the music move you, sip yourself silly on a variety of scrumptiously inexpensive drinks: $2 Grain Belt, $3 PBR Tallboys, $3 Well Drinks, $4 Call Drinks.
Click HERE to RSVP on Facebook for a $3 admission
SATURDAY DECEMBER 17TH
Jubilee
@ Secret Location
Minneapolis
9 p.m. to Midnight / Guest List ONLY
It's that time again! l'étoile and Blacklist Vintage invite you to our annual vintage holiday party, Jubilee, held at a secret location this Saturday. This year's theme? Old Hollywood! So bust out you cigarette holders, opera gloves, ascots, and jewels for a charming evening of cocktails and merriment. Player piano Matthew Curney will be keeping the mood festive all night with holiday ivory tinkling, and special guest vocalist Janey Winterbauer (New Standards, Astronaut Wife) will make a sultry cameo performing seasonal classics (and even a duet or two with Matthew). Enjoy complimentary old-timey cocktails courtesy of Phillips Distilling and tasty sweets courtesy of Jaded Pastry all the live long night while mingling with fashionable Twin Citians. This party is our gift to you, our loyal friends and readers, so let's celebrate the holidays in true l'étoile style!
HOW TO GET ON THE LIST: If you haven't yet received an invite, you must RSVP to kate@letoilemagazine.com to secure your spot. Space is limited due to the intimate nature of the space so don't delay!
DON'T KNOW WHAT TO WEAR? No problem. Head to Blacklist Vintage and mention JUBILEE to score a 10% discount on your garb!
Editor in Chief: Kate Iverson // Contributors: Juleana Enright, Kate Iverson, Robyn Lewis, Jahna Peloquin, Stefani Arden, Anthony Enright
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