It’s not likely that I’ll be able to make it to many (or maybe any) of the events I’m about to post. But just because I can’t go doesn’t mean they’re not happening (though maybe they won’t be as happening without me, right?). So I thought I’d list ‘em off anyhow. You know, like a public service announcement of sorts. I’m sure I’m forgetting something, but here’s a good sampling:
Sunday, March 6th
Kuch Kuch Bollywood Night @ First Avenue
Featuring current and classic Bollywood hits, bhangra, hindi/filmi, hindi/filmi remix
Friday, March 11th
Once again They Might Be Giants return to Minnesota, but at the Borders in, uh, Richfield. I once saw an in-store with Kristin Hersh in this out of the way location. Maybe the Borders folks are thinking that parking would be a problem in the Uptown or Downtown Minneapolis locations, but it’s ample enough at the St. Paul store…which is far more centrally located than, ack, Richfield. Sigh.
Friday, March 18th
Mizna and the Loft present Mideast in the Midwest (designed to develop and facilitate artists in the Arab, Muslim, and West Asian/North African community).
Tuesday, March 22nd
Duran Duran @ Xcel Energy Center
Alas, I have never seen them perform live, nor is it likely I ever will (unless some free tickets happened my way), but this particular venue is practically in my backyard.
Friday, March 25th - Sunday, March 27th
Chicago Fest 2005
It’s been a long-ass time since I’ve been to a hardcore show. Sadly I’ll have to skip this fest. Again.
Saturday, April 9th
The Decemberists @ The Fine Line
Too bad it’s a Clear Channel booked event.
Saturday, April 16th - Sunday, April 17th
The Walker Art Center’s re-opening:
“When it reopens this spring, the Walker Art Center will be a place where everything comes together - where paint meets pixels and animé meets matinee. With a suite of new galleries, a refurbished cinema, two restaurants by Wolfgang Puck, a new shop and library, a state-of-the-art theater, and much more, it’s the place where art meets life. Mark your calendars for these special opening events.”
David Sedaris will be on tour but is skipping Minneapolis. The closest he’s coming to our town is Madison, on Saturday, April 16th.
Author Ayun Halliday is also skipping Minneapolis, but will be in Chicago that same weekend (reading on the 16th and 17th).
Friday, April 22nd
Iron & Wine @ First Avenue
Friday, April 29th
According to imdb, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is being released, in the U.S., a full week earlier than I’d thought. I do so hope they’re right.
Sunday, May 1st
The annual ‘In the Heart of the Beast’ May Day Parade and Festival at Powderhorn Park (my benchmark to let me know spring really has sprung).
Friday, May 13th
Deerhoof @ the Triple Rock
I’m sure I’ve missed something, but this list ought to be enough to keep anyone busy.
Bonus: Lastly, an event that’s worth mentioning that’s not happening in the Upper Midwest (shocking, I know)…if you happen to find yourself in the Azusa, CA area next weekend, you could pop by Tim Burton’s garage sale. And I’d be ever so jealous. Even if you didn’t buy anything.