Plan It October 2021

‘Genocide’ seminar
In commemoration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, “Genocide of the American Indians: From 1492 to Today” will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 7-9 p.m. “Afghanistan: Genocide, War Crimes, and the International Criminal Court” will be held on Sunday, Oct. 24, 1-2:30 p.m. Register at worldwithoutgenocide.org. Cost is $10 general public, $5 students and seniors; free to Mitchell Hamline students (diversity credits available). Co-sponsors: CHAIM – Children of Holocaust Survivors Association in Minnesota; Germanic-American Institute; Global Minnesota; Minnesota Chapter, Federal Bar Association; Mitchell Hamline School of Law; the Minnesota Nurses Association; the Anti-Defamation League Midwest; Congregation Shir Tikvah; and the United Nations Association of Minnesota.

Chalk the walk and music fun
Enjoy bluegrass music with the Roe Family Singers, chalk the walk activities for children and families, ‘smores and more fall festival fun Sunday, Oct. 17 at Hamline Church United Methodist, 1514 Englewood Ave.
The singers will perform at the 10 a.m. church service, and then outdoors at 11 a.m. to noon. Originally formed as a Johnny and June Carter Cash tribute band, the Roe Family Singers mix original music with contemporary takes on old-time, traditional, and gospel tunes into fresh yet familiar American music.The Roe Family Singers are brought to you by Hamline Church’s Music and Arts Series, with the full schedule to be released Oct. 17.
The outdoor fun includes dancing, hot dogs and s’mores, fire pits and more. The event is supported with a grant from Midway Men’s Club and is free and open to the public. Check the church Facebook page or call 651-645-0667 for details.

Djembe Joy class added
Announcing a new class at the Women’s Drum Center on Wednesdays, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.: Djembe Joy. This beginner-level class covers ergonomics, technique, and traditional West African songs. Class members play djembes to explore pulse and rhythms. Easy, energizing exercises will be utilized to build skills. The focus will be on having fun. Instructor: Jo Klein. Drums are provided. Masks are required. $10 per participant. Register at www.womensdrumcenter.org.

‘Frankenstein’
Collide Theatrical presents Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” Oct. 7–24 at The Southern Theater. Frankenstein will also be available to watch virtually Halloween weekend. More at www.collidetheatrical.org/frankenstein or call 651-395-7903.