Events
BW50: An Exclusive Self-Care Event for 50 Black Women
BW50: An Exclusive Self-Care Event for 50 Black Women
Fifty Black women. One powerful space. A moment to reclaim your peace.
Join Nyia Harris LLC, creator of Self Care Sundays, and Mind the Crown for BW50, a transformative self-care experience designed exclusively for Black women. This is your time to exhale, connect, and restore in a safe, supportive space.
What to Expect:
Open circle conversations to release and connect.
Relaxing creative activities like themed coloring and journaling.
Wine, refreshments, and the company of 50 amazing Black women.
Date: Sunday, January 19, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: FOK Studios, 123 Main Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Cost: $25
Space is limited—reserve your spot today!
The Power of No: A Self-Care Soirée
"The Power of No: A Self-Care Soirée" is not just another event—it’s a movement. Join us for a bold, unapologetic experience designed to help women like you reclaim their time, protect their peace, and live life on their own terms. With grounding rituals, a delicious buffet, wine, and hands-on activities, this 3-hour event is your chance to say YES to yourself. Don’t wait—seats are limited!
🎟️ Reserve your spot now: [Insert link]
Field & Festival Holiday Market 2024
Join Mind the Crown at the Field + Festival!
Mark your calendars for Friday, December 22, and visit Mind the Crown at the Field + Festival! This event is the perfect opportunity to shop unique self-care gifts, empowering products, and treasures that celebrate women, especially during the holiday season.
📍 Wagner's Garden Center
6024 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Come support small businesses, find meaningful gifts, and soak in the festive vibes. Can’t wait to see you there! 🎁✨
2024 Winter Holiday Experience
Join Mind the Crown at Winter Wonderland!
We're excited to be part of the Winter Wonderland Celebration hosted by Black Business Enterprises! Explore our curated selection of self-care essentials, including soothing candles, inspiring journals, and thoughtful gifts for you or your loved ones.
Celebrate the season, shop small, and support Black-owned businesses—all while treating yourself to something special.
No ticket needed to shop—stop by and say hello!
Holiday Festival at The Coliseum
Join us at The Coliseum’s Holiday Festival on Friday, December 13, from 11 AM to 5 PM at 2708 E Lake Street, Minneapolis! Shop superhero backpacks, self-care products under $35, and enjoy fun activities for all ages at this free community event.
Old St. Anthony Holiday Bazaar
Minneapolis Craft Market returns to the stunning Machine Shop on two full floors of handmade goods by local artisans! Join us in the St. Anthony neighborhood from 11 AM - 4 PM for holiday gift shopping at its finest. Support local makers and find the perfect gifts!
Black Friday on Broadway
✨ Shop Local at Black Friday on Broadway! ✨ Join us at the Capri Theater on Nov. 29 from 11am-5pm for an incredible two-day event! Support local vendors, discover unique gifts, and celebrate the Northside community. Don’t miss out!
Field + Festival Holiday Market
This season, join Mind the Crown at the Minneapolis Craft Market, held in the festive greenhouses at Wagner's Garden Center! Hosted by Minneapolis Craft Market, this event showcases the best craftspeople, artisans, and food producers in the North, with up to 60 unique vendors each weekend.
✨ What You’ll Find at Mind the Crown:
Candle Flights – Perfect for setting a cozy, relaxing atmosphere.
Self-Care Journals & Coloring Books – Embrace reflection, mindfulness, and creativity.
Self-Care Mugs – Thoughtful designs to uplift your daily routine.
Blinged-Out Self-Defense Key Chains – For peace of mind with a touch of style.
Mixy Mix – Unique blends for creating delicious seasonal drinks.
And More! – Discover gifts that celebrate self-care, empowerment, and joy.
Come out and support Mind the Crown on Nov. 17 & Nov. 24, and bring home thoughtful gifts that make a difference. We can’t wait to see you there!
Field + Festival Holiday Market
This holiday season, join Mind the Crown at the Minneapolis Craft Market, held in the festive greenhouses at Wagner's Garden Center, where holiday cheer will be in full bloom! Hosted by Minneapolis Craft Market, this event showcases the best craftspeople, artisans, and food producers in the North, featuring up to 60 unique vendors each weekend.
✨ What You’ll Find at Mind the Crown:
Candle Flights – Perfect for setting a cozy, relaxing atmosphere.
Self-Care Journals & Coloring Books – Embrace reflection, mindfulness, and creativity.
Self-Care Mugs – Thoughtful designs to uplift your daily routine.
Blinged-Out Self-Defense Key Chains – For peace of mind with a touch of style.
Mixy Mix – Unique blends for creating delicious holiday drinks.
And More! – Discover holiday gifts that celebrate self-care, empowerment, and joy.
The Craft Market’s Greenhouse Venue:
Surrounded by festive winter decor, Wagner’s Garden Center greenhouses create a charming, shopping experience that’s a one-stop shop for all things merry and bright. Whether you’re looking for unique gifts, artisan food, or home decor, this is the perfect spot to find something special.
Come out and support Mind the Crown on Nov. 17 & Nov. 24, and bring home thoughtful gifts that make a difference. We can’t wait to see you there!
Holidays on Nicollet Pop-Up
Visit Mind the Crown's pop-up at Holidays on Nicollet, IDS Center, from Nov. 14 - Dec. 22. Discover cozy self-care essentials, and perfect gifts like our new grey hood robes and inspiring mugs. Celebrate self-care this season!
Holidays on Nicollet
Join the movement at Holidays on Nicollet in the IDS Center, where Mind the Crown is breaking boundaries with bold self-care products and gifts that celebrate individuality and empowerment. Featuring over 30 vendors, this holiday shop is your destination for unique, small-business treasures.
Support small. Shop bold. Make a statement.
Handmade Holiday Market
Join us for a special Mind the Crown pop-up event at Bruhaven Craft Coon Sunday, 11/10, from 12-5 pm!
We’re bringing our favorite self-care essentials to help you reset and recharge. From our new candle flights to empowering coloring books and affirmation cards, we have something for everyone looking to invest in themselves. Whether you’re new to self-care or deep into your journey, come through, say hello, and grab a little something to keep the positive vibes going.
📍 Bruhaven Craft Co Co, 1368 Lasalle Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Art Therapy: A Blindfolded Painting Experience
Join us for "Art Therapy Unleashed: A Blindfolded Painting Experience for Self-Care"!
On November 3, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (CST), immerse yourself in a unique virtual art therapy session designed for women to explore creativity and prioritize self-care. Under the guidance of Rajine the Queen Artistry, you'll paint while blindfolded, allowing your intuition to guide your brush strokes to the rhythm of music.
Connect with a community of inspiring women, foster new friendships, and embrace the freedom of artistic expression. All materials, including canvas, easel, paint, and blindfold, will be provided.
Upgrade to our VIP package for an extra special experience, including a stylish red apron, a Mind the Crown wine tumbler, and more!
Don’t miss this chance to prioritize your well-being while having fun. Register now to secure your spot!
Chill & Fill: Coloring Book Party
Relax, recharge, and connect with like-minded women in a welcoming space designed for pure relaxation and creativity. Enjoy a delicious buffet by Gravy Babies, sweet treats by Sweet Heaven by NNE, and beverages from @WillowCreekNutrition. 🍽️🍰
🎨 What’s in store?
Sip on a cannabis-infused or mocktail drink 🍹
Unwind with our exclusive coloring book 🖍️
Create your own personalized body oil blend 🌸
Share positive vibes on our Affirmation Wall 💬
Upgrade Your Experience: For an extra $15, glam up your drinks with a 24 oz tumbler in gold, red, or black, complete with glitter bows, matching straws! 🎁
Cost: $60 per person | 21+ Event
Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today! Link in bio to register. 🌟
Rhythm and BEATS Block Party
Get ready for an unforgettable family event that brings the community together for a day of fun, music, and support! Sponsored by Target,MN POC Pride, The Get Down Coffee Co. and the North Market.
"Rhythm and Beats" is your ultimate back-to-school celebration!
🌟 Event Highlights:
🎶 Live DJs: Dance the day away with non-stop music that will keep you moving and grooving!
🎲 Fun Games: Challenge your friends and family to giant Jenga, Cornhole, double Dutch, and more!
🎨 Sidewalk Chalk Art: Let the youth unleash their creativity and transform the streets into colorful masterpieces.
🍔 Food Vendors: Satisfy your cravings with delicious treats from local vendors.
🌈 Blow Bubble Fun: Watch the magic as bubbles float through the air, bringing smiles to everyone.
🎭 Face Painting: Become a butterfly, superhero, or mystical creature with our talented face painters.
🧠 Community Resources: Access vital resources for Black families and support.
🎒 Backpack Giveaway: The first 100 kids will receive backpacks filled with essentials!
"Rhythm and Beats" is more than just a block party—it's a celebration of community, culture, and connection. Bring your family and friends for a day of joy, laughter, and unity. Let's kick off the school year with a bang!
Blossom Brunch: A Self-Care Gathering
Unleash Your Creativity! Indulge in delicious food, bottomless mimosas, and decorate clay pots. Connect with like-minded women!
Imagine Frogtown Rondo: A Community Block Party
Join us for Imagine Frogtown Rondo, a family-friendly block party celebrating neighborhood connections and community organization. Enjoy local artists, musicians, and businesses while envisioning a brighter future together.
Event Highlights:
Community art projects
Performances by local artists
Live music
Free food
Local vendors
Community resources
Share your ideas for the future of I-94
Curated by Hawona Sullivan Janzen, Broderick Poole, and Michele Spaise.
St. Louis Park Juneteenth Celebration
Join the city for a Juneteenth celebration!
Come celebrate the community and shop at local, Black-owned business booths, enjoy food, and experience educational content and special guests centered around the Black and African American community. This event is hosted by the City of St. Louis Park, St. Louis Park Community Education, and St. Louis Park Parktacular.
Schedule of Events:
1 – 4 pm: DJ Trilogy, Black-owned small businesses vendors, and food vendors, STEP food drive, community art piece
1:15 pm: Black National Anthem, performed by community member Mari Harris
1:30 pm: Community Conversation Panel, hosted by SLP Community Ed Youth Program Manager Darrell Young
3:00 pm: Brother Ghana Interactive Drumming
Food Trucks:
Ralph’s Rib Crib
The Bougie Waffle
The Food Bank
Tin Cup Coffee Kafe
Soul of the Southside
Immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of Soul of the Southside (SOTS), a Juneteenth celebration honoring the resilience and cultural legacy of Foundational Black Americans. Set to take place on June 19th, this dynamic festival unfolds along 30th and Minnehaha Avenue in south Minneapolis.
Join us as we commemorate African American freedom at this open-street festival, nestled amidst the historic sites that bore witness to the flames of change during the 2020 uprising following the tragic murder of George Floyd.
Now entering its third year, the festival expands its footprint down Lake Street to the Historic Coliseum Building, serving as our Educational Plaza in 2024. Explore a dynamic celebration of Black history, art, cuisine, music, community healing, and Black-owned vendors, uniting our diverse community while centering Blackness at its core.
All Ages - Family Friendly
RSVP (Free Registration)
Free Community Event
RAIN or SHINE
OPEN STREET FESTIVAL
Eagan's Juneteenth Celebration
This event will be a time to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States, while also celebrating African American culture through food, music, and community. There will be amazing live performances, vendors, and family-friendly activities.
Reclaim Your Power: A Sanctuary for Women’s Empowerment and Renewal
Welcome to “Reclaim Your Power: A Sanctuary for Women’s Empowerment and Renewal”! Our upcoming event will focus on Empowerment and Commitment. This session is a pivotal part of our empowering series, designed to foster personal growth, healing, and the discovery of your true potential.
Session Highlight: - Empowerment and Commitment (June 12th)
Our special guest speaker for this session is Angelique Kingsbury. This session will focus on “Empowerment and Commitment: Set your sights on new goals and take decisive steps forward, all within a circle of supportive sisters.”
Angelique Kingsbury, a renowned documentarian and storyteller from Minneapolis, captures the essence of everyday life and transforms it into vibrant, meaningful narratives. In a TED Talk-style interview, Angelique will discuss how she sets boundaries and lives life unapologetically, providing insights that are sure to inspire and empower.
Join us for an inspiring and nurturing environment where you can deepen your understanding of yourself and find support among like-minded women.
Join us for these transformative events and take the next step in reclaiming your power! 🌟
Something You can feel Art Therapy Coed Edition (Ticket Sales ended)
Join us for a transformative coed art therapy experience at Mind the Crown’s event on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at 1:30 pm CST. Hosted at the Black Business Enterprises venue, this unique session invites you to explore creativity while promoting mental well-being. Our expert art instructor will guide you through therapeutic blindfolded exercises including painting to the rhythm of music, fostering self-expression.
Open to all skill levels, this event encourages you to discover the healing power of art. Connect with like-minded individuals, share experiences, and gain insights into the therapeutic benefits of creative expression.
Take a break from your routine and nurture your mind, body, and soul through this immersive art experience. Reserve your spot now for Mind the Crown’s Art Therapy event! All supplies provided, with appetizers and wine included.
Spoken Word & Soul featuring Adrianna Willis
Excited to announce that the CEO/Founder of Mind the Crown will be sharing insights as a speaker at Papa Legba Lounge, 202 Caesars Chavez St, St Paul MN. Hosted by the esteemed Black Diamond Poet and Da Black Pearl, the event will revolve around the crucial topics of self-love and acceptance.
🗓 Save the Date:
Thursday, Jan. 25, 7 pm - 12 am.
Join me for an evening of professional development and empowerment. Let’s engage in meaningful conversations about the journey to self-love. Your presence would be an honor. See you there!
You are Enough Dream Board Party
Step into the magic of 2024 with our "You Are Enough" Dream Board Bash – an extraordinary celebration of self-empowerment and inspiration!
🌟Event Highlights:
1. Dream Board Extravaganza: Craft a tapestry of dreams aligning with your heart and aspirations.
2. Joyful Panel Discussion: Engage with resilient women who've triumphed over insecurities. Meet inspiring panelists like Kiki Jones, Nicole Pacini, Emilymai Esther Dunbar, and Jacqueline Rambin.
3. Connect & Celebrate:Join a community devoted to personal growth.
4. Shop & Shine: Explore offerings from 7 phenomenal Women-Owned vendors, empowering women in health and wellness.
🛍️ Discover Self-Care: Dive into self-care with Dipp’d In Hunnies Products! Indulge in premium body butters for ultimate hydration.
💇♀️ Transformative Hair Care: Meet Folashade Oloye, CEO/Founder of Cashmere Lux hair products, offering life-changing results and promoting good mental health for all hair types.
🎨 Celebrate Identity: Explore Afrocentric Eclectic art by Rajine Williams, celebrating Black women’s identity through diverse creations.
💆♀️ Prioritize Well-Being: With Mind the Crown LLC, discover self-care products and join Self Love Box Parties for a balanced lifestyle.
🌱 Optimal Health: Ki Beasley, a seasoned Health Coach, shares plant-based expertise for optimal health. Guiding you on a transformative journey.
🌍 Affordable Luxury: Welcome to Afterthought Expressions (AE), your destination for affordable luxury with an African touch! Explore unique handmade gifts, accessories, and T-shirt apparel celebrating culture, craftsmanship, and community.
💍 Empowering Jewelry: Discover Pieces of Kandakes, offering affordable, tarnish-free items. Their designs have graced screens on KARE 11, FOX9, and Fashion Week MN, and New York Fashion Week runways.
The magic continues with bottomless mimosas and a soulful soul food buffet.
Secure your spot for $69 with no additional fees.
Your ticket includes a delightful soul food buffet, bottomless mimosas, a Mind the Crown soy candle, and Dream Board supplies.
Embark on a day of inspiration, creativity, surprises, and joy! Cheers to a New Year filled with possibilities! 🌈🥂g.
Twin Cities Hair & Beauty Expo
The Twin Cities Hair & Beauty Expo (formerly Twin Cities Natural Hair & Beauty Expo) is an annual celebration of Hair & Beauty & Culture, which provides BIPOC entrepreneurs and businesses an opportunity to market their products & services to thousands of attendees.
This expo cultivates social enterprise and ethnic inclusion, while honoring and celebrating hair as a centerpiece of black culture.
Join us on Sunday August 13, 2023 as the Twin Cities Hair & Beauty Expo celebrates the Evolution of Black Hollywood!
Chameleon Pop Up Market
Join Us on July 27 at Minneapolis Black Business Week's Chameleon Pop-Up
We're thrilled to announce that we'll be participating in the Chameleon Pop-Up, part of Minneapolis Black Business Week. Come visit us tomorrow at Crystal Court in IDS Center from 11 am - 1 pm CST.
We will have our top-selling Woosah Journal, the ultimate 3-in-1 self-care planner that combines a diary, affirmation journal, and undated wellness planner, along with Soft Life Affirmation cards.
If you need some rest and relaxation, be sure to check out our Unapologetically Crown Tray set, as well as our lovely reed diffusers and soy candles.
Understanding Superwoman Myth to Live a Softer Life
Women have always been put under pressure to be extra-strong, super humans. For generations, they've called us the ‘weaker vessel’ but expected us to be the exact opposite of that.
Tuned in to the Dear Emili TV show on Friday, May 26 at 8 pm CST to learn about how to challenge the superwoman myth and embrace a softer life.
