Here's a tidbit that, yes, is outside the Chippewa Valley, but is so unique and inventive and close that I just had to mention it. On Lake St. in Minneapolis, there is a theater called In the Heart of the Beast, which ramps up its activities for an explosive pageant of wonderful creativity known as their May Day Parade. I didn't know about this wonderful gem until only a few years ago, but what a fantastic event! Using the simplest of ingredients to make their larger-than-life masks and puppetry, they explore the deeper regions and colorful explorations of the human spirit and condition. Riding on themes of transformation and renewal, HOBT releases the beauty of spring with their wonderful parade on Bloomington Avenue followed by an extraordinary festival in Powderhorn Park. This year's parade and festival will be on Sunday, May 3rd. If you do nothing else in the Cities this year, go to this event! For more information, please see their website here.
Helpful hint: Due to its popularity, parking can be excruciating. Plan ahead to find the best routes and parking spots.
Photo by Yvonne Lai
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