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Nicollet Mall: Who Can Turn the World On With Her Smile
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  • zrim
  • By zrim on April 15, 2004
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  • Our tribute to Mary Tyler Moore - Minneapolis
    Our tribute to Mary Tyler
    Moore
    by zrim
    Who can turn the world on with her smile?
    Who can take a nothing day, and suddenly make it all seem worthwhile?
    Well it's you girl, and you should know it.
    With each glance and every little movement you show it.

    Love is all around, no need to waste it.
    You can have a town, why don't you take it.
    You're gonna make it after all.
    You're gonna make it after all.

    For those from lands outside the U.S. and who don't know what I am on about with this tip--The Mary Tyler Moore Show is perhaps the best loved AMerican comedy show of all time. It was set in Minneapolis and had the best cast ever with the grumpy Lou Grant (Ed Asner), the staunch Murray Slaughter (Gavin MacLeod), the bumbling Ted Baxter (Ted Knight) and the girl next door, Mary Richards (Mary Tyler Moore).

    Often times, I am accused of being grumpier than Mr. Grant--I take that as a compliment.

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    Nicollet Mall: Best Free Music Venue - Peavey Plaza
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  • Updated By goodfish on September 1, 2009
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  • Peavey Plaza - Hot Summer Jazz Fest - Minneapolis
    Peavey Plaza - Hot Summer Jazz
    Fest
    by goodfish, 3 more photos
    Peavey Plaza is a sunken, fountain-studded oasis just outside Orchestra Hall (Nicollet Mall - downtown) and is a prime spot for catching free concerts all summer long. Some of the events on the calendar these past few summers were Twin Cities Hot Summer Jazz Fest (where most of my pix were taken), Famous Dave's Blues Fest and Alive after 5/Tunes at Noon concerts every weekday in June - a tradition for 22 years. The list goes on.....

    Anyway, all of the concerts are FREE and there are usually some food kiosks available for grabbing lunch or a snack. The only bummer is trying to get a handle on the schedule as it's a little scattered but when in doubt, City Pages (http://citypages.com) is usually the best source for music/theater/festival/gallery showings/special events, etc. I've also included the Orchestra Hall website - for driving directions - and the Downtown Council's website.

    Tip: Brit's Pub is directly across the street and a good choice for a pint before or after the concerts.

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  • Directions: See Orchestra Hall website for directions.
  • Website: www.downtownnetwork.org
  • Other Contact: www.minnesotaorchestra.org
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    Nicollet Mall: Sculpture along the Nicollet Mall
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  • By shrimp56 on September 9, 2003
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  • Nicollet Mall - Minneapolis
    by shrimp56
    Along the Nicollet Mall that spans much of downtown Minneapolis there are a number of sculptural groupings.
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    This is one of a series of "rocks" -- some of which [as this one does] have smooth ledges for sitting. The young lady is taking advatage of it! You can see the farmers' market behind her.

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    Nicollet Mall: Nicollet Mall
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  • Updated By Stephen-KarenConn on June 13, 2007
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  • Farmers Market at Nicolette Mall - Minneapolis
    Farmers Market at Nicolette
    Mall
    by Stephen-KarenConn, 1 more photos
    Nicollete Mall, a pedestrian street, is the place where things are happening in downtown Minneapolis. The "Mall" stretches for several blocks between Washington Avenue and South 13th Street. The street has very wide sidewalks and a two lane roadway on which only busses and taxis are allowed.

    Along the way are numerous shops, restaurants with outside dining, hotels, etc. Weather permitting, you may see street entertainers and vendors which help to create a festive atmosphere. In the 1100 block, Peavey Plaza provides a nice place to relax, with fountains and shade trees.

    On the beautiful spring day of our visit to Minneapolis the street was loaded with people. Street entertainers and vendors helped to create a festive atmosphere. It certainly seems to be the place to see and be seen in Minneapolis and no trip to the city would be complete without taking a stroll through Nicollete Mall, whether you're shopping, looking, or just stretching your legs.

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  • Directions: Between Washington Avenue and South 13th St., in the heart of downtown Minneapolis.
  • Website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicollet_Mall
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    Nicollet Mall: Market on the Mall
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  • Updated By goodfish on July 25, 2007
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  • Bouquet on Nicollet - Minneapolis
    Bouquet on Nicollet
    by goodfish, 3 more photos
    On summer Thursdays, Nicollet Mall becomes a Farmer's Market. Vendors peddle masses of colorful flowers, fresh vegetables and fruits, honey and other produce for downtown urban dwellers. Don't miss the spiced nuts - they're really yummy!

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  • Directions: Roughly 10:00 - 5:00, both sides of Nicollet Mall.
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    Nicollet Mall: Downtown Minneapolis Farmers Market
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  • By lkdahl on August 5, 2005
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  • Nicollet Mall - Minneapolis
    by lkdahl
    From May 1 - Oct. 31 on every Thursday, there is a Farmers Market along Nicollet Mall. Much of the produce sold are homegrown and organic. You can buy fresh vegitables, fruits, flowers and meats.

    Best time to go is around Noon or around 5:00 PM when many downtown workers flood onto Nicollet Mall either for a lunchtime stroll or after getting off work.

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  • Directions: Along Nicollet Mall from 4th St. to 12th St.
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    Nicollet Mall: The IDS Crystal Court
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  • By shrimp56 on September 8, 2004
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  • Nicollet Mall - Minneapolis
    by shrimp56, 3 more photos
    The IDS Tower surpassed the Foshay Tower in 1971 -- and, counting its antennae, it is the tallest thing in Minnesota!
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    The collage is two views of the beautiful Crystal Court.

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    Nicollet Mall: Nicollet Mall is for the birds!!!
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  • By shrimp56 on September 9, 2003
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  • Nicollet Mall - Minneapolis
    by shrimp56
    Between the indoor sculpture at the Gaviidae Common [see shopping] and these birds on the mall itself you have to wonder....

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    Nicollet Mall: Minneapolis skyways -- the way to stay warm:)
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  • Updated By shrimp56 on October 6, 2003
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  • Nicollet Mall - Minneapolis
    by shrimp56
    Minneapolis has several miles of skyways and tunnels to help the natives avoid the winter cold. This photo-collage shows 2 -- one with a bird-sculpture-fountain and the other showing some flowers for sale in the Nicollet Farmers' Market -- most of the skyways are on or near the Nicollet Mall.

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    Nicollet Mall: Well, you might want to stay...
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  • By acemj on August 25, 2002
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  • Nicollet Mall - Minneapolis
    by acemj
    Well, you might want to stay indoors in the wintertime! (Nicollet Mall)
    One great thing in the Twin Cities is that you don't have to go outside in the wintertime. Both cities' downtown buildings are linked by an intricate network of heated skyways. You can literally go anywhere downtown without stepping a foot outside!

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