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Now in previews, “Pinocchio” officially opens at the Children’s Theatre Company in Minneapolis this weekend with Antonisia Collins in the title role. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/pino...
“Pinocchio” Opens the Season at the Children’s Theatre Company
“Pinocchio” is currently running previews and opens officially on September 11, with performances through October 18, 2026.
twincitiesgeek.com
September 9, 2026 at 5:38 PM
Now in previews, “Pinocchio” officially opens at the Children’s Theatre Company in Minneapolis this weekend with Antonisia Collins in the title role. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/pino...
This week, Twin Cities Playtest, virtual Wil Wheaton, a Star Party, SAP Porchfest, Zombie Prom, geocaching, Pundamonium, and more! #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/this...
This Week in Geek (9/14/2026–9/20/2026)
Welcome to This Week in Geek, your guide to events of interest to the Minnesota geek community for the week of Monday, September 14, to Sunday, September 20.
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September 13, 2026 at 5:02 PM
This week, Twin Cities Playtest, virtual Wil Wheaton, a Star Party, SAP Porchfest, Zombie Prom, geocaching, Pundamonium, and more! #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/this...
🎞️ MOVIE PASS ALERT 🎞️
Claim 2 passes to a screening of #ResidentEvil happening at 7:00 p.m. on September 15 at the Southdale AMC—while supplies last! Just visit the link, click on REDEEM PASS, and enter code RETCG. ➡️ events.sonypictures.com
#TwinCitiesGeeks
Claim 2 passes to a screening of #ResidentEvil happening at 7:00 p.m. on September 15 at the Southdale AMC—while supplies last! Just visit the link, click on REDEEM PASS, and enter code RETCG. ➡️ events.sonypictures.com
#TwinCitiesGeeks
September 13, 2026 at 12:00 AM
🎞️ MOVIE PASS ALERT 🎞️
Claim 2 passes to a screening of #ResidentEvil happening at 7:00 p.m. on September 15 at the Southdale AMC—while supplies last! Just visit the link, click on REDEEM PASS, and enter code RETCG. ➡️ events.sonypictures.com
#TwinCitiesGeeks
Claim 2 passes to a screening of #ResidentEvil happening at 7:00 p.m. on September 15 at the Southdale AMC—while supplies last! Just visit the link, click on REDEEM PASS, and enter code RETCG. ➡️ events.sonypictures.com
#TwinCitiesGeeks
Like the original film almost 30 years before it, #PracticalMagic2 is imperfect, charming, and heartfelt. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/prac...
“Practical Magic 2” Is a Cozy Return to a Familiar World
While it isn't immune to predictable callbacks and fan service, it uses its nostalgic foundation to do something surprisingly meaningful.
twincitiesgeek.com
September 12, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Like the original film almost 30 years before it, #PracticalMagic2 is imperfect, charming, and heartfelt. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/prac...
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Ahead of this year's Uncanny Experience (@theuncannyexp.bsky.social), our resident X-fan shines a spotlight on Larry Houston, the trailblazing artist who left his mark on the #XMen animated series and much more. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/a-co...
A Conversation with Larry Houston, Filmation’s First Black Storyboard Artist and Director of X-Men Animation
Larry Houston, like most Black pioneers, may not be as widely recognized by name as he should be, but his work definitely is.
twincitiesgeek.com
September 10, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Ahead of this year's Uncanny Experience (@theuncannyexp.bsky.social), our resident X-fan shines a spotlight on Larry Houston, the trailblazing artist who left his mark on the #XMen animated series and much more. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/a-co...
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This week, join the Furry Migration, have an Uncanny Experience, catch the final day of the State Fair and Minneapolis Music in the Parks, and more! #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/this...
This Week in Geek (9/7/2026–9/13/2026)
Welcome to This Week in Geek, your guide to events of interest to the Minnesota geek community for the week of Monday, September 7, to Sunday, September 13.
twincitiesgeek.com
September 6, 2026 at 5:02 PM
This week, join the Furry Migration, have an Uncanny Experience, catch the final day of the State Fair and Minneapolis Music in the Parks, and more! #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/this...
PSA: At 7:00 p.m. tonight we'll be posting a link where you can grab two free passes to an advance screening of the new "Resident Evil" movie! You'll need a free account on the Sony Pictures Screenings website to claim them. #TwinCitiesGeeks events.sonypictures.com/events
September 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM
PSA: At 7:00 p.m. tonight we'll be posting a link where you can grab two free passes to an advance screening of the new "Resident Evil" movie! You'll need a free account on the Sony Pictures Screenings website to claim them. #TwinCitiesGeeks events.sonypictures.com/events
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January 13, 2026 at 8:44 PM
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In “Onslaught,” Adam Wingard mashes up ’80s throwback action and gore with tight modern filmmaking and a stellar cast. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/onsl...
“Onslaught” Is Heavy-Metal Violence with Unfinished Business
If you told me Adam Wingard pitched Onslaught by slamming a stack of John Carpenter VHS tapes and a Terminator poster onto a producer's desk, I would believe you.
twincitiesgeek.com
September 4, 2026 at 8:02 PM
In “Onslaught,” Adam Wingard mashes up ’80s throwback action and gore with tight modern filmmaking and a stellar cast. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/onsl...
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Yasmin Yassin, director of the Minneapolis-set “Woman Land,” attributes part of her filmmaking approach to her work in science. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/minn...
Minnesota Filmmaker Yasmin Yassin Bridges Science, Culture, and Art in “Woman Land”
Shot and set entirely in South Minneapolis, the film follows two sisters, Hafsa and Sumaya, who set up an online matchmaking service. It's a coming-of age story that looks at generational divides and…
twincitiesgeek.com
September 5, 2026 at 6:09 PM
Yasmin Yassin, director of the Minneapolis-set “Woman Land,” attributes part of her filmmaking approach to her work in science. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/minn...
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If you're looking for something to watch in honor of 60 years of #StarTrek, might we suggest one of these picks from across all of Trek history? #StarTrekDay twincitiesgeek.com/2026/01/15-e...
15 Episodes for Your Antifascist “Star Trek” Watch List
From challenging bigotry and celebrating diversity to presenting a future where collectivism and unity have won over capitalism and the pursuit of wealth, the franchise has attempted to push…
twincitiesgeek.com
September 8, 2026 at 10:55 PM
If you're looking for something to watch in honor of 60 years of #StarTrek, might we suggest one of these picks from across all of Trek history? #StarTrekDay twincitiesgeek.com/2026/01/15-e...
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🙋🏽♀️ Thinking about mentoring for Technovation but not sure what it actually involves? Launchapalooza answers that in one afternoon.
📅 Saturday, October 10th, 4:00–6:00 PM, virtual via Zoom.
Register now, and bring a friend to co-mentor if you'd rather split the load!
👉 buff.ly/0REK1mN
📅 Saturday, October 10th, 4:00–6:00 PM, virtual via Zoom.
Register now, and bring a friend to co-mentor if you'd rather split the load!
👉 buff.ly/0REK1mN
September 10, 2026 at 1:01 PM
🙋🏽♀️ Thinking about mentoring for Technovation but not sure what it actually involves? Launchapalooza answers that in one afternoon.
📅 Saturday, October 10th, 4:00–6:00 PM, virtual via Zoom.
Register now, and bring a friend to co-mentor if you'd rather split the load!
👉 buff.ly/0REK1mN
📅 Saturday, October 10th, 4:00–6:00 PM, virtual via Zoom.
Register now, and bring a friend to co-mentor if you'd rather split the load!
👉 buff.ly/0REK1mN
Ahead of this year's Uncanny Experience (@theuncannyexp.bsky.social), our resident X-fan shines a spotlight on Larry Houston, the trailblazing artist who left his mark on the #XMen animated series and much more. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/a-co...
A Conversation with Larry Houston, Filmation’s First Black Storyboard Artist and Director of X-Men Animation
Larry Houston, like most Black pioneers, may not be as widely recognized by name as he should be, but his work definitely is.
twincitiesgeek.com
September 10, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Ahead of this year's Uncanny Experience (@theuncannyexp.bsky.social), our resident X-fan shines a spotlight on Larry Houston, the trailblazing artist who left his mark on the #XMen animated series and much more. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/a-co...
Now in previews, “Pinocchio” officially opens at the Children’s Theatre Company in Minneapolis this weekend with Antonisia Collins in the title role. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/pino...
“Pinocchio” Opens the Season at the Children’s Theatre Company
“Pinocchio” is currently running previews and opens officially on September 11, with performances through October 18, 2026.
twincitiesgeek.com
September 9, 2026 at 5:38 PM
Now in previews, “Pinocchio” officially opens at the Children’s Theatre Company in Minneapolis this weekend with Antonisia Collins in the title role. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/pino...
If you're looking for something to watch in honor of 60 years of #StarTrek, might we suggest one of these picks from across all of Trek history? #StarTrekDay twincitiesgeek.com/2026/01/15-e...
15 Episodes for Your Antifascist “Star Trek” Watch List
From challenging bigotry and celebrating diversity to presenting a future where collectivism and unity have won over capitalism and the pursuit of wealth, the franchise has attempted to push…
twincitiesgeek.com
September 8, 2026 at 10:55 PM
If you're looking for something to watch in honor of 60 years of #StarTrek, might we suggest one of these picks from across all of Trek history? #StarTrekDay twincitiesgeek.com/2026/01/15-e...
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Former Climate.gov program manager Rebecca Lindsey talked to Twin Cities Geek about recreating the dismantled government website as a nonprofit resource. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/how-...
How Ex-NOAA Experts Are Rebuilding a Shuttered Climate Data Website
Climate.gov was a major public investment in collectively improving climate literacy across the board—that is, until the Trump administration shuttered the site and laid off its staff.
twincitiesgeek.com
September 3, 2026 at 6:35 PM
Former Climate.gov program manager Rebecca Lindsey talked to Twin Cities Geek about recreating the dismantled government website as a nonprofit resource. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/how-...
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Love making things with yarn or thread but wish you could make it work better with your body's needs? Check out these #accessibility aids that can help with dexterity, grip strength, vision, and more. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/12-t...
12 Tools to Make Knitting, Crochet, and Cross-Stitch More Accessible for You
This is by no means an exhaustive list, but hopefully there are a couple useful items here that can help out a fellow crafter!
twincitiesgeek.com
September 3, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Love making things with yarn or thread but wish you could make it work better with your body's needs? Check out these #accessibility aids that can help with dexterity, grip strength, vision, and more. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/12-t...
This week, join the Furry Migration, have an Uncanny Experience, catch the final day of the State Fair and Minneapolis Music in the Parks, and more! #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/this...
This Week in Geek (9/7/2026–9/13/2026)
Welcome to This Week in Geek, your guide to events of interest to the Minnesota geek community for the week of Monday, September 7, to Sunday, September 13.
twincitiesgeek.com
September 6, 2026 at 5:02 PM
This week, join the Furry Migration, have an Uncanny Experience, catch the final day of the State Fair and Minneapolis Music in the Parks, and more! #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/this...
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Are you wondering about the new foods coming to the #MinnesotaStateFair this year? We’ve got you covered with our alignment rating for nine of the snacks making their debut.
Get the full details here: twincitiesgeek.com/2026/08/the-...
#MNStateFair #TwinCitiesGeeks
Get the full details here: twincitiesgeek.com/2026/08/the-...
#MNStateFair #TwinCitiesGeeks
August 22, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Are you wondering about the new foods coming to the #MinnesotaStateFair this year? We’ve got you covered with our alignment rating for nine of the snacks making their debut.
Get the full details here: twincitiesgeek.com/2026/08/the-...
#MNStateFair #TwinCitiesGeeks
Get the full details here: twincitiesgeek.com/2026/08/the-...
#MNStateFair #TwinCitiesGeeks
Yasmin Yassin, director of the Minneapolis-set “Woman Land,” attributes part of her filmmaking approach to her work in science. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/minn...
Minnesota Filmmaker Yasmin Yassin Bridges Science, Culture, and Art in “Woman Land”
Shot and set entirely in South Minneapolis, the film follows two sisters, Hafsa and Sumaya, who set up an online matchmaking service. It's a coming-of age story that looks at generational divides and…
twincitiesgeek.com
September 5, 2026 at 6:09 PM
Yasmin Yassin, director of the Minneapolis-set “Woman Land,” attributes part of her filmmaking approach to her work in science. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/minn...
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This year's Sound for Silents event at the Walker was a moving reflection on humans and nature. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/08/bizh...
Bizhiki Provides a Soundscape for the Natural World at the Walker Art Center
On August 20, the Walker Art Center presented the 2026 installment of its Sound for Silents film screening series.
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August 28, 2026 at 8:35 PM
This year's Sound for Silents event at the Walker was a moving reflection on humans and nature. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/08/bizh...
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Mpls skyway Dolly Parton tribute 💜
September 5, 2026 at 12:06 AM
Mpls skyway Dolly Parton tribute 💜
In “Onslaught,” Adam Wingard mashes up ’80s throwback action and gore with tight modern filmmaking and a stellar cast. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/onsl...
“Onslaught” Is Heavy-Metal Violence with Unfinished Business
If you told me Adam Wingard pitched Onslaught by slamming a stack of John Carpenter VHS tapes and a Terminator poster onto a producer's desk, I would believe you.
twincitiesgeek.com
September 4, 2026 at 8:02 PM
In “Onslaught,” Adam Wingard mashes up ’80s throwback action and gore with tight modern filmmaking and a stellar cast. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/onsl...
🎞️ MOVIE PASS ALERT 🎞️
Want to see #PracticalMagic2 early and for free? Visit the link to claim two free passes to a screening happening September 8 at the Rosedale AMC—while supplies last! ➡️ wbtickets.com/PM2TCG
Note: Screenings are slightly overbooked to account for no-shows.
#TwinCitiesGeeks
Want to see #PracticalMagic2 early and for free? Visit the link to claim two free passes to a screening happening September 8 at the Rosedale AMC—while supplies last! ➡️ wbtickets.com/PM2TCG
Note: Screenings are slightly overbooked to account for no-shows.
#TwinCitiesGeeks
September 4, 2026 at 12:00 AM
🎞️ MOVIE PASS ALERT 🎞️
Want to see #PracticalMagic2 early and for free? Visit the link to claim two free passes to a screening happening September 8 at the Rosedale AMC—while supplies last! ➡️ wbtickets.com/PM2TCG
Note: Screenings are slightly overbooked to account for no-shows.
#TwinCitiesGeeks
Want to see #PracticalMagic2 early and for free? Visit the link to claim two free passes to a screening happening September 8 at the Rosedale AMC—while supplies last! ➡️ wbtickets.com/PM2TCG
Note: Screenings are slightly overbooked to account for no-shows.
#TwinCitiesGeeks
Former Climate.gov program manager Rebecca Lindsey talked to Twin Cities Geek about recreating the dismantled government website as a nonprofit resource. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/how-...
How Ex-NOAA Experts Are Rebuilding a Shuttered Climate Data Website
Climate.gov was a major public investment in collectively improving climate literacy across the board—that is, until the Trump administration shuttered the site and laid off its staff.
twincitiesgeek.com
September 3, 2026 at 6:35 PM
Former Climate.gov program manager Rebecca Lindsey talked to Twin Cities Geek about recreating the dismantled government website as a nonprofit resource. #TwinCitiesGeeks twincitiesgeek.com/2026/09/how-...