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AFTRA members mourn death of Michael Jackson
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The American Federation of Television and Radio Artists is mourning the sudden death of longtime AFTRA recording artist Michael Jackson.
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All-union Minneapolis Pops Orchestra celebrates 60 years of free outdoor concerts
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For many Twin Citians, summer in the Minneapolis area wouldn’t be complete without going to a concert at Lake Harriet. And drawing the largest crowds each summer at the Lake Harriet Bandshell — the Minneapolis Pops Orchestra, made up entirely of members of the Twin Cities Musicians Union.
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Live on stage at the Guthrie: The Employee Free Choice Act?
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Imagine my surprise when I heard a character in a world premiere play now at the Guthrie Theater sing the praises of the Employee Free Choice Act!
Community
Labor contingent to march in Pride Parade
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The Minnesota AFL-CIO has reserved a spot in the 2009 Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Parade in downtown Minneapolis on Sunday, June 28, the federation announced.
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Workers celebrate topping off new Twins ballpark
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Workers marked a milestone in the construction of the new Minnesota Twins ballpark June 5, when the last piece of structural steel was set in place with a celebratory “topping off” ceremony.
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Twin Cities Labor Chorus seeks singers
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The Twin Cities Labor Chorus is seeking singers of all voices and skill levels. The next rehearsal is June 16.
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Northland Poster Collective to close at end of June
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After 30 years of speaking art to power, the Northland Poster Collective – one of the nation’s leading producers of labor-related art – will close its doors at the end of June.
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Minnesota Lynx hold union night
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The Minnesota Lynx women¹s basketball team will host "Union Night" Saturday, June 6, for the season¹s opening game at Target Center. The Lynx play the Chicago Sky at 7 p.m.
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Labor-Management Committee recognizes local partnerships
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The Twin Cities Area Labor Management Committee recognized the work of several joint labor-management committees at its 2009 annual meeting held May 13 at the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local #49 hall.
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St. Paul labor federation plans blood drive Tuesday
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The St. Paul Regional Labor Federation will host its annual blood drive Tuesday, May 12, from 1 to 6 p.m., at the St. Paul Labor Centre, 411 Main St., St. Paul.