This week’s happenings:
This week’s offerings run the gamut from a makers market from artists and makers of color, to virtual style workshops and sidewalk swap shopping.
Local custom fashion label Antz Creationz is featured in the Healing Thru Art makers market this weekend.
Tuesday, July 23–Sunday, July 26
Healing Thru Art
This art exhibition and makers market hosted by MartinPatrick3 will highlight and benefit artists and entrepreneurs of color. 20% of proceeds from the market will benefit local nonprofits, Hallie Q. Brown and ROHO Collective, and MartinPatrick3 will donate 100% of proceeds from an online and in-person fundraiser to the organizations. Artists include Angela Davis, ChristopherAaron Deanes, Christopher Harrison, Kenneth Caldwell, Ron Brown, Sean G. Phillips, Antz Creationz, The BowTie Billionaire, Houston White, Spencer Puckett, 4thecity and Butters by Jay. Free.
MartinPatrick3, 212 3rd Ave N, Mpls & online via @martinpatrick3 on Instagram
Opening: Thursday 5–7pm. Continues Friday–Sunday 10am–6pm
Social distancing guidelines will be maintained. Learn more
Crazy Days at 50th & France
50th & France's Annual Crazy Days sidewalk sales features discounts from stores with outdoor sale racks and tents along with other activities in the area, with social distancing guidelines in place. Many retailers also offer curbside pickup and/or delivery. Deals include 50% off spring collections at Bumbershute, up to 90% off spring collections at Bluebird Boutique, up to 75% off at Fashion Avenue and much more. Visit the website for a full list of participating businesses.
Thursday–Sunday
50thandFrance.com/events
Saturday, July 25
Define Your Silhouette: Mini Masterclass
Learn how define your silhouette and unleash your inner confidence with this free, virtual mini masterclass led by Queen Anna owner Nicole Jennings in collaboration with One Posh Closet. The mini class also offers more details on One Posh Closet’s services and a glimpse into Queen Anna’s four-part masterclass series, "Defining your Silhouette."
Saturday 10:30–11am
Register online at Eventbrite.com
3jag design Trunk Show
The Fitting Room boutique is hosting an appointment-only trunk show for local jewelry label, 3jag design, this weekend. Book your private appointment this Saturday or anytime this week to peruse the new, curated collection by emailing the store at thefittingroommpls@gmail.com or texting 612-229-8170.
Saturday noon–3pm by appointment only
The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Mpls, thefittingroommpls.com
BEGINNING THIS WEEK
Les Sól Online Shop Launch
New Minneapolis boutique Les Sól was set to open earlier this spring, until COVID-19 happened. In the meantime, it’s just launched its online shop. Founded by sisters Mikaela and Megan Harrod, Les Sól is a women’s lifestyle boutique with a West Coast vibe and a passion for community, small brands, independent artists and sustainability. Look for its brick-and-mortar to open this fall in Linden Hills.
Shop online now at shoplessol.com
Sewing Classes at RETHINK
Tailoring and upcycling studio, RETHINK, has just kicked off its sewing classes at its new South Minneapolis storefront—properly spaced and sanitized for the COVID era. The ongoing classes includes everything from beginner's lessons to denim repair. Only a few spots are available for this week’s classes, but keep checking the website for more classes on an ongoing basis.
Reserve online & learn more about safety practices at rethinktailoring.square.site
Continuing:
ACG Summer Sale
Summer in the Twin Cities has been hotter than ever—so there’s no better time to pick up a breezy, one-of-a-kind caftan by local label ACG. The small brand is hosting a sale on its summer collection with markdowns of 25%–35% off. Look for items in natural fibers like silk and cotton, featuring hand-painted and hand-dyed details.
Shop online at acgmpls.com
Sidewalk Swaps
How is one to safely donate clothing and shop sustainably during COVID times? Enter the sidewalk swap. After first popping up on the sidewalks of Minneapolis, the swap has since spawned iterations off Hiawatha in Minneapolis (@sidewalkswaphiawatha), St. Paul (@sidewalkswapstp), and most recently, outside of RETHINK Tailoring (@rethinktailoring) in Minneapolis, which will have a rack out front when the shop is open. How it works: First, check the Instagram page for the swap and make sure it’s open that day, and find out if there is space on the rack for donations-—namely, clean, summer-appropriate clothes. (You can DM them if you’re not sure.) Then, bring your donations and “shop” the rack for free. As a general rule, try to donate one piece for every piece you take. And be sure to wear a mask to shop!
Mill City Farmers Market: Digital Art Market
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Mill City Farmers Market has discontinued its art market for the season, but you can still shop their curated group of makers with its new Digital Art Market. Each week, it features four to five local artisans offering unique gifts, kitchenware and other handmade items each week on their blog, Instagram stories @mcfarmerskt and through a new digital art market email newsletter.
View the blog and sign up for the newsletter at millcityfarmersmarket.org
Mark your calendars:
7/30: Fit for a Queen: A Size-Inclusive Summer Trunk Show (virtual)
8/1: Tandem Vintage’s Vintage on a Dime Sale (IRL)
8/1–8/2: Powderhorn Art Fair (virtual)
8/2: Style for Days: Understanding Your Personal Style Masterclass (virtual)
8/9: Runway for Hope Virtual Fashion Show & Fundraiser
SUBMIT: Email me details about future events for consideration at jahna.peloquin@gmail.com.