About ANZAA

The Australian New Zealand American Association of Minnesota has been bringing together Australians, New Zealanders and Americans in the Twin Cities area since 1972. Say G’day and join us for our Australia Day/Waitangi Day dinner celebration, ANZAC Day, wine & cheese tastings, book group, picnics, Melbourne Cup, afternoon teas, concerts and other social activities scheduled throughout the year.

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ANZAA 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner

St Anthony Main

[ February 4, 2012; 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm. ] Celebrate 40 years of the Australia New Zealand American Association of Minnesota, and a combined celebration of Australia Day and Waitangi Day. The evening affair will begin with a cocktail reception followed by a plated dinner and an evening of reminiscing, special guests, a silent auction, and fun. The Hon Roger Price, Consul-General of Australia, [...] Read more »

International Night at the Black Dog Coffee and Wine Bar

January 12, 2012
6:00 pmto9:00 pm

This might be of interest to some ANZAA members and friends–a new monthly series of International Nights at the Black Dog Coffee and Wine Bar in Lowertown, Saint Paul.

What is it exactly?

Hosted by senorita Jessica and panni Martha, monthly “International Nights” will feature international food and drink specials, international themed trivia, world music (live and recorded), speed-dating, and national song singing competitions, fun and conviviality.

Who is it for?

Brazilans, Brits, Belgians, Beer Drinkers, Greeks, Georgians (the yogurt eating kind), Ivoirians, Luxembourgers, Turks, Ojibwas, Poles, Venezuelans, Dakotans (north, south, east and west), Romanians, Ecuadorans, Expats, Exchange students, Japanese, Cheese-Heads, Mexicans, Hmong, Moroccans, Muscovites, Oenophiles, Europhiles, Trivia Geeks and Iowans.

Actually, EVERYONE is welcome.

Inaugural “International Night” featuring Globetrotter Trivia and guest DJ BK One, fun and socializing. BONUS: Ordering in a language other than Minnesotan will get you a discount.

Help us unite the nations at the Black Dog!

No cover charge. National dress optional.

Thursday, January 12th, 6:00-9:00pm