The sun broke through the clouds earlier Sunday, just as the Twin Cities LGBTQ+ Pride March began its route. Thousands of colorfully-dressed people attended the parade, which started at South Third Street and Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis and proceeded to Loring Park. - Jill Biden First lady makes appearance at Twin Cities Pride - Related Six people on what Pride means to them
We are so excited about the new YourClassicalMPR.org! It was designed to help you build a deeper understanding and appreciation of classical music. You can even create your own personalized experience by identifying your favorite pieces and composers. Start exploring the site today, take a quiz to find the right music for you, and stream all of your favorite YourClassical programs.
Pride Month continues with amazing events, including Pride Weekend on June 23-25. The Current is here with on-air programming and our expanded Pride playlist highlighting LGBTQ+ artists, and in-person at Loring Park as part of the Twin Cities Pride Festival. More - MPR at The Twin Cities Pride Festival
About six years ago, Jada Pulley was bored and looking for something to do. They had recently returned to Minneapolis after attending Brown University in Rhode Island and wanted to rebuild their social network. On social media, they stumbled across the BIPOC Improv Jam at HUGE Improv Theater in Minneapolis, a weekly event where people of color can practice the comedy performance art. Pulley decided to check it out and never left. Today, Pulley, who is nonbinary, is a self-described “improv evangelist” and a house manager for HUGE. In celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride Month, throughout June MPR News is featuring transgender and nonbinary Minnesotans making an impact. See more at mprnews.org/changemakers.
Bruce the goose always swims his morning laps alone, until his life changes forever on one fateful summer day. Find out what happens in Goose, Goose, Baby Goose! – the new episode of YourClassical Storytime, with narration by Ryan Lohr, music by Charles Koechlin and illustrations by Mia Jennings.
The Current is bringing music and fun to Utepils Brewing! Jade will provide the soundtrack, and Annie DiRusso will perform a live set. Each of The Current Happy Hours is free and open to everyone. RSVP using the online form!
School might be out but opportunities to learn are always with us! Class Notes supports teachers through free music education resources. Discover new ways to bring the joy of music to the students in your life at classnotes.org! This activity is made possible in part by the Minnesota Legacy Amendment‘s Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund. Learn more about the programming and projects supported by this fund.
The Current will host a MicroShow with Josh Ritter at the Minneapolis Club on Wednesday, June 28! This solo performance and book reading is a non-ticketed event, so the only way in is to win. Enter for a chance to win passes to this show by 11:59 a.m. Central on Friday, June 16 This event is supported by Fat Tire and Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union
Classical host Mindy Ratner is a constant companion for listeners. Join us as we celebrate 40 years of her friendly, authoritative presence on the airwaves of YourClassical MPR and across the nation on YourClassical Radio with this compilation of some of her “greatest hits.”
Hear an In Focus conversation hosted by MPR News host Angela Davis, recorded live on June 6 in front of a live audience at the Hook and Ladder Theater and Lounge in Minneapolis, where business owners and community leaders talked about what Lake Street's rebirth can teach us about making sure recovery is equitable and accessible to all. - In Focus: BIPOC businesses’ inclusion in Minnesota's economy