On behalf of Shawn Lewis, Community Relations Manager for the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, please accept this invitation to attend a Community Reception, Film Screening, and Panel Discussion in celebration of Basketball State: The Land of 10,000 Hoops, a powerful new documentary film honoring Minnesota’s enduring love of basketball.
Event Details
The Capri Theater, 2027 W Broadway Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Doors open to the public - 6:00PM
Community Reception 6:00-6:45PM
Open Seating begins - 6:30PM
Film Screening + Panel Discussion – 7:00–9:00PM
Free Admission – RSVP required
This special evening will include a pre-event reception, featured film screening of Basketball State: The Land of 10,000 Hoops, and a live panel discussion and audience Q&A withhonored guests, community leaders, and changemakers who embody the cultural impact of the game, including:
• Gabe Hostetler, Director- Basketball State: The Land of 10,000 Hoops
• Devean George, NBA Veteran & North Minneapolis Leader
• Lea B. Olsen, Sports Broadcaster & Moderator
• Terrence Brown, Fairleigh Dickinson Knights Guard
• Additional special guests TBN
Kindly RSVP online (
https://mplsparksfoundation.org/news-events/mpf-events/next-generation-lecture-series/)by July 21, 2025
Reply to this invitation, or contact:
Madeleine Koski, Communications Manager
Email to:
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Together, we’ll shine a spotlight on Minnesota’s basketball legacy—and help break ground on a brighter future for North Commons Park, the largest neighborhood park investment in the history of the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation department.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Sincerely yours in Sports & Service!
CoachLeah
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