Garbage Dreams: How One Community's Zero Waste Practices Can Be Achieved Globally
The critically acclaimed film, Garbage Dreams will screen at the Sixth Annual Arab Film Festival. In conjunction, the Humphrey Institute's Center for Science, Technology & Public Policy and the Institute on the Environment will host a conversation on Garbage Dreams. More...

Christmas on the Farm
Experience what Christmas was like on a 19th-century farm during a 75-minute hike along the trails leading to the farmstead and house. Along the way, discover how farm families and their animals coped with the shorter days and the colder temperatures. See what preparations were made for the holidays. Take a horse or oxen drawn bob-sled or wagon ride.
Sat-Sun, Dec 19-20
Oliver H. Kelley Farm, Elk River
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The Word on a Plate
Join folklorist Peter Harle from the University of Minnesota for an exploration of food's roles in communication, culture and identity.
Thu, Dec 3, 7pm
Bell Museum of Natural History, 10 Church St SE, Minneapolis

No Coast Craft-o-Rama
An annual craft event featuring a variety of designers, artists, crafters and other talented creators of unique handmade goods…just in time for the holidays.
Fri, Dec 4, 3-8pm & Dec 5, 9am-5pm
Midtown Global Market, 2901 Chicago Ave S, Minneapolis
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--Sara Johnson, Sustainable Business Accounts Manager

It goes without saying that there are many fantastic coupons in the 2010 Blue Sky Guide (over 300 in fact), but I happen to be partial to the Entertainment & Family (pink) section. Thanks to the offers in this section, I have been able to enjoy tons of plays and theater experiences, all at very affordable prices. More...

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Devoured Puppet Show
Take in the annual BareBones Performance at Hidden Falls Park for a Halloween puppet show that you won't soon forget.  This community created puppet "extravaganza" masterfully blends art, puppetry, song, dance and much more!
Fri-Sat, Oct 30 & 31, 7pm
Hidden Falls Park, 1305 Mississippi River Blvd, St Paul (.8 miles south of Ford Bridge)

The Nature of Halloween
Storyteller Roy Edward Power will lead a walk through the Nature Center as he shares tales of ancient Halloween customs.
Fri, Oct 30, 6:30-8pm
Carpenter Nature Center, 12805 St Croix Trail, Hastings
Call 651-437-4359 to register ($5/person) More...