Upcoming Monthly Men's Sunday Brunches (bring something to share/cook up): Sunday, June 17th (Father's Day--children welcome) at Jim Lovestar's backyard picnic table, 2629 Upton Ave N, Minneapolis (1 block east of Theodore Wirth Parkway and near the Broadway/Lowry Jct), 612-588-8984. Sunday, July 15th at Bobby Schauerhamer's 5100 N. Bryant Ave. Minneapolis, 55430 612-670-6508 (6 blocks west of the 49th-53rd Ave Exit off I-94 North). Sunday, August 19th, Tom Weaver co-hosting together with Dave Mueller at Dave's home in Hastings at 1318 Ramsey St, 55033 (Hwy 61 south of St. Paul 20 minutes) at 1318 Ramsey St (take a left on 10th from 61), 612-827-6442. - Andy Mickel, 2007-05-19.

"First, I wanted to thank you for the wonderful work you're doing with the clients I've sent to your Men's Anger Management classes. All of the men I've sent have learned a tremendous amount about themselves and are taking far more responsibility for their own abusive behaviors in their intimate relationships. Second, To give you a bit of negative feedback, I've heard from two of these men, both of whom complained that before starting the program, they had to leave multiple messages for the group leader before he returned their calls. Thanks again for the work you do." - Betsy Sansby, MS, LMFT, Minnetonka, 2007-05-21.

National Men's Health Week: June 11-17 "Awareness, Prevention. Education. Family. FFI: <http://www.menshealthweek.org/> <info@menshealthweek.org>, 202-543-6461 x101. Awareness materials such as brochures, T-shirts, mugs and bumper stickers can be purchased at the MHN Store: <http://www.mhnstore.com/> - Men's Health Network, P.O. Box 75972, Washington, DC 20013, 2007-03-28.

The next ManKind Project-Minnesota New Warrior Training Adventure will be held October 12-14, 2007 at Eagle Lake Camp near Brainerd, MN. Registrations received by August 31 are discounted $65. The cost is $650, with many payment plans available. To learn more, attend an Open Circle event: Observe, Ask Questions (or Participate if you like) in a safe container with a group of men who are practicing authenticity and connection to feeling at Open Circle of Warriors events at the Men's Center every 2nd Wednesday, 7-9 p.m. Contact Andy Mickel with any questions 612-279-6416 or see: <http://minnesota.mkp.org/> for Open I-Group dates/times. Register online at <http://minnesota.mkp.org>. - Andy Mickel, 2007-05-19.

One Voice Mixed Chorus presents:Generations ROCK! June 16, 7:30 p.m. and June 17, 3:30 p.m. Fusing choral music and spoken word, Generations ROCK! highlights the wit and wisdom of youth and elders and features a new commission by performance artist Mankwe Ndosi. With guests Teens Rock the Mic, and independent artist Tish Jones. History Theatre, 30 E 10th Street, St. Paul. Call 612-332-1302 or visit <http://www.ovmc.org> or e-mail <info@ovmc.org> - Karen Muleski, 2007-05-16

Queer Music Consortium presents: FREE concert featuring: One Voice Mixed Chorus, Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus, Calliope, TransVoices, the Minnesota Freedom Band and the Minnesota Philharmonic Orchestra. Monday June 4, 7:00 p.m. Como Park Pavilion, Lexington Avenue, St. Paul. Call 612-332-1302 or visit <http://www.ovmc.org> or e-mail <info@ovmc.org> - Karen Muleski, 2007-05-16

Men seeking support and encouragement in their spiritual journeys are invited to attend the Men's Contemplative Spirituality Group that meets at the Benedictine Center on the fourth Monday of every month, from 7 to 9 p.m. Upcoming meetings are May 28 and June 25. This ongoing group has been in existence for five years. It is an opportunity for men who want to integrate contemplative spirituality into their everyday lives. David Sagula, PhD, a psychologist and retreat leader, facilitates the meeting and discussion. The cost is a freewill offering. FFI: <http://www.stpaulsmonastery.org/> (click the Benedictine Center link) 651-777-7251, <benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org>. The Benedictine Center, a ministry of the Benedictine Sisters at St. Paul's Monastery, is located at 2675 Larpenteur Avenue East in Maplewood 55109. - Kathleen Lindstrom, 2007-04-30.

Key of See Storytellers has organized a summer one-day version of their 6-week class, Storytelling for Grandparents, Parents, and other Activists, Trainers and Leaders. Watch for it July 21, 9a.m. - 5p.m. $35 if paid by June 1, $40 by June 15, $45 by July 4, and $50 at the door. Larry Johnson, Box 27314, Golden Valley, MN 55427. Questions to 612-747-3904 <topstory7@comcast.net> - Larry Johnson, 612-747-3904 - 2007-05-18.

The Men's Leadership Alliance has created programs in the Art of Leadership for 20 years. July 13-20 at the Traditional Wilderness Camp and September 16-22 at a comfortable New England Lodge. Also available in 2007 are Colorado Men's Spirit Camps, Vision Fast for Men, Boys Wilderness Trip, Elder Retreat, and Men's Leadership Alliance. FFI: Men's Leadership Alliance, 2115 Poplar Ave, Boulder, CO 80304, 303-444-9066, <http://www.mensleadershipalliance.org/> - 2007-02-02

The Fathers' Adoption Registry provides a way for you to be notified if a petition to adopt your child is filed within the state of Minnesota. This helps both you and your child and protects your rights as a father in the adoption process. You will be asked to either establish your paternity of deny it. Minnesota Department of Health, 717 SE Delaware St. Minneapolis, MN 55440. 1-888-345-1726. - 2007-05-19

Bill Dobbs and I will be updating our website, <http://www.tcmc.org/> this summer allowing you to bookmark interior pages. - Andy Mickel. - 2007-03-04.