Now showing: " Steve's Giving to the Max" @ Cedar!

Hi Friends! 

As a recently elected Cedar Cultural Center board member, I welcome you to consider a financial pledge as we approach the "Give to The Max" day of November 16th. 

Why the Cedar?

My volunteering journey with the Cedar began almost 14 years (and 750+ shows) ago and is my "home away from home".  Located in the heart of Cedar Riverside, one of the most prolific neighborhoods for live music in Minneapolis, and the home to the largest Somali diaspora in the U.S., The Cedar plays a key role in maintaining the vibrancy and diversity of the Twin Cities’ arts scene.

Who would have guessed I would EVER see my name on any marquee? IMPOSSIBLE!

Sooo...Staying with what is possible...

OUR MISSION

The Cedar’s mission is to promote intercultural appreciation and understanding through the presentation of global music and dance. The Cedar is committed to artistic excellence and integrity, diversity of programming, support for emerging artists, and community outreach.

Through 200+ shows a year and programs such as Midnimo, the Cedar Commissions, and the Global Roots Festival, The Cedar continues to fulfill its mission of promoting intercultural appreciation through global music.

From world legends to up-and-coming new bands, The Cedar presents unique voices from around the globe with programming that spans global roots, folk, indie, experimental, bluegrass, Americana, and blues genres, and including artist residencies, educational programs, workshops, films, dances, comedy, spoken word, and community events.

The Cedar's hall can be configured for seated concerts (400 capacity) as well as standing room concerts (645 capacity) and provides high-quality sound in an intimate concert environment, never putting the audience member more than 30 feet away from the stage.

So what is my ask? I am seeking to raise at least $500.00 to help The Cedar continue its operational and programming initiative going into the new year. I get it. Requests for money and support come from many places and they all deserve consideration. But in a time of increased misinformation, conflict, misunderstanding and distrust, I think the power of music can be the bridge to compassion and love. Yes, I said the L word. I do not solicit my friends for money lightly. 

As an added incentive for you to consider if donating, the top 3 financial donors to my campaign will get 2 COMPLIMENTARY PASSES each to any non-sold-out shows in December 2023 or January 2024! If you are new to the Cedar, I will join you for your chosen show(s)! The calendar for December/January looks awesome!

 https://www.thecedar.org/listing

I truly appreciate your time and consideration and hope to... " see you at the Cedar! "

Steve Jewell

cell: 612-597-5230

email: steve.jewell52@gmail.com