Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with the moms in your life and (finally) some nice spring weather with a wide range of happenings this weekend, including Kentucky Derby parties, the 100 Mile Garage Sale, makers markets and the return of the I Am Fabulous fashion show. BONUS: I’ve created a separate post with links and details on where to shop the spring collections by local designers Fashion Week MN’s spring shows plus other recent fashion shows in the Twin Cities.
The I Am Fabulous fashion show returns this weekend showcasing 65+ style. (Image: Saeteesh, courtesy Some Great People)
NEW THIS WEEK
Ediflorial Flower Club
You’ve heard of gift box subscriptions, wine clubs and CSAs for your fresh produce. Now you can get 100% locally and sustainably grown floral arrangementts delivered to your door each month thanks to local florist, Ediflorial, launching just in time for Mother’s Day. They’ll choose the best, sustainably grown flowers from many different local farms and their own grow shop to create their unique and beautiful arrangements. Home and business delivery is available. Subscriptions start at $194 and are delivered the third Wednesday of each month from May 18–October 19. Learn more and subscribe @ ediflorial.com
THURSDAY, 5/5–SUNDAY, 5/8:
100 Mile Garage Sale + Limbo Records & Rarities Garage Sale
The famous 100 Mile Garage Sale returns to the Lake Pepin and Great River Road area in Minnesota and Wisconsin area this weekend, with tons of sales along historic towns along the Mississippi River. As part of the sale, vintage shop Limbo Records & Rarities in Maiden Rock, Wisc., will be set up indoors and out in the parking lot of their new building with tons of $1 and $5 items, mainly old fabrics and garments and in need of repairs. There will also be the shop’s usual eclectic assortment of ready-to-wear spring and summer men's and women's vintage clothing, jewelry, accessories, original art, antiques, records and other music-related ephemera. Thursday–Sunday running from Winona to Hastings across to Prescott, Wisc., 100milegaragesale.org. Limbo Records & Rarities is located @ W3512 Hwy 35, Maiden Rock, Wisc. Hours: Thursday–Sunday 9am–5pm
FRIDAY, 5/6–SUNDAY, 5/8:
Annual Friends School Plant Sale
Each year on Mother’s Day weekend in May, Friends School of Minnesota puts on the biggest fundraising plant sale in Minnesota. This year, over 2,000 varieties of plants will be featured in the sale, including perennials, climbing plants, native wildflowers, vegetables, roses, and trees and shrubs for sale. You can also shop a catalog of offerings at their website. Proof of vaccination or a negative test is required for everyone ages 5+ and masks are required by everyone over the age of 2 inside and outdoors. Friday 9am–8pm, Saturday 10am–6pm & Sunday 10am–2pm @ State Fair Grandstand parking lot, 1265 Snelling Ave, Falcon Heights, friendsschoolplantsale.com
30th Annual St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour
The annual St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour has been hosted by the Minnesota Potters of the Upper St. Croix River every year for the past 30 years. This year, they’re back after going virtual the past two years due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Eight host potters (including Matthew Krousey, Guillermo Cuellar and Linda Christianson) plus over 60 invited potters from around the country (including personal local favorites Ginny Sims and Liz Pechacek) will come together to offer a massive selection of one-of-a-kind ceramics for sale. Can’t make it to the sale in person? On Thursday, an online directory of select items from participating potters will be posted on the Minnesota Potters website, available Thursday only from 10am–10pm. Friday & Saturday 10am–6pm, Sunday 10am–5pm @ www.minnesotapotters.com
SATURDAY, 5/7:
Mill City Farmers Market Outdoor Season Opener
A mainstay since 2006, the Mill City Farmers Market has moved outdoors for the summer season every Saturday through October. Each event features 30 to 40 local farmers, food makers and artisans with a goal of building a local, sustainable and organic food economy. This weekend’s artisan highlights include Autumn Higgins Ceramics, Larissa Loden jewelry and Olsen Naturals body care. Saturdays 8am–1pm @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Mother's Day Bouquet Bar & Boutique
Celebrate women this Mother's Day weekend with gift shopping from local, female-owned brands, Joy Unspeakable Flowers, Rae & Jane Boutique and Mixly. Enjoy a cocktail while shopping Rae & Jane's new spring arrivals and building your own fresh spring bouquet. Walk-ins are welcome for shopping and cocktails a ticket is required to build your own bouquet. The cost of the ticket will go towards your bouquet bar purchase. Saturday 10am–2pm @ Helix Apartments, 7450 MN Hwy 7, St. Louis Park. Bouquet ticket $15 @ eventbrite.com
Larissa Loden Retail Store Grand Opening
Local jewelry designer Larissa Loden debuts the new brick-and-mortar store in St. Paul’s Merriam Park for her namesake brand this weekend. The shop is part of the 12,000-square-foot building that the designer purchased, which also houses a production and fulfillment facility for the brand. Come see the space, which has been gorgeously designed in partnership with with Betsy Vohs of Studio BV, and shop her new spring collection, with styles ranging from edgy, ‘70s-inspired designs to delicate, cosmic pieces incorporating pearlescent beads, delicate chain links and real gemstones. Saturday at 11am–7pm @ 2032 Marshall Ave, St Paul, larissaloden.com
Nesting Tempress & Century Clash Studio Pop-up Sale
Find all things retro and vintage for the home at this pop-up hosted at the new showroom shop from local vintage dealers Nesting Temptress and Century Clash Studio. The fresh assortment includes furniture, housewares, decor and knick knacks. Look for more sales to come at this occasionally-open space. Saturday 11am–6pm @ Foundry on Stinson, 1101 Stinson Blvd, lower level, Suite 11, Minneapolis, @nesting_temptress
I ❤️ Indie Markets presents NE Neighborhood Makers Market & Bar Hop
A makers market and bar crawl in one, this event presented by Wisconsin-based makers market concept, I ❤️ Indie Markets, returns to Northeast Minneapolis for a multi-venue event. Shop 50+ local makers and vintage sellers spread throughout all four locations with a craft brew, hard cider or craft cocktail in hand. (You can find my vintage brand, Rosella Vintage, outdoors at the Able Brewing parking lot.) Saturday noon–5pm @ Indeed Brewing Co, Able Seedhouse + Brewery, 612 Brew & Tattersall Distilling, NE Minneapolis, iheartindiemarkets.com
Gallery 360 Spring Clothing Trunk Show
Celebrate the arrival of spring with a trunk show featuring new spring collections from two local fashion designers who recently showed at the Fashion Week MN: EVOLVE fashion show: Anna Chambers-Goldberg of ACG and Amber Frigaard of Tila & the Textiles. It will be your first chance to shop ACG’s new spring line that was recently debuted on the runway of Fashion Week MN’s EVOLVE fashion show. This will be your last chance to get a clothing creation by ACG as the artist will be refocusing her practice on painting. Following the trunk show, you’ll be able to find ACG’s collection on their website for a limited time (5/13–5/19). After that, it will be removed from the website and whatever left will be available exclusively in person at Gallery 360 or her studio. Saturday noon-3pm @ Gallery 360, 3011 W 50t St, Minneapolis, gallery360mpls.com
I Am Fabulous
I Am Fabulous is a day of beauty and fashion highlighting women 65+ to celebrate beauty and style at every age. The day is all about senior female empowerment and being inspired to think differently about what it means to be beautiful. The afternoon features a fashion show, pop-ups and more. Seating for the event is sold out, but you’ll still be able to join via standing room for the join. Saturday 1–2pm @ Ridgedale Center, Center Court, 12401 W Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka, eventbrite.com
Market Collective MN Makers Market
Led by local maker Chingona Goods, Market Collective MN is a new market collective that prioritizes BIPOC and queer vendors and allies. This weekend’s market returns to Latinx-owned brewery, La Doña Cervecería, with 11 makers including Chingona Goods, Manthra Studio, Wild Witchery Co and Casa de Juana Candles. Saturday noon–6pm @ La Doña Cervecería, 241 Fremont Ave N, Minneapolis, @marketcollectivemn
Canterbury Downs’ Derby Fashion Show
Celebrate the Kentucky Derby at Canterbury Downs with a Derby–inspired luxury fashion show presented by Grant Whittaker Creative with looks from local jewelry designer Mya Lambrecht and boutiques Dugo, Bluebird, Grethen House, Bumbershute, Serge and Jane, MartinPatrick3 and more. The afternoon also includes mint juleps, a live auction benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a pre-show cocktail hour, a pop-up shop featuring local vendors, and of course, a live screening of the Kentucky Derby. Don’t forget to wear your Derby best, including a statement-making hat. 5/7 from 2–6pm doors, 4pm show @ Canterbury Park Event Center, 1100 Canterbury Rd, Shakopee. Tickets $40–$150 ($5–$10 for viewing party only) @ www.canterburypark.com
5th Annual Kentucky Derby Party Hosted by Westin Edina Galleria
Social networking group, First Thursday Happy Hour, is back with its annual party to celebrate the pageantry of the Kentucky Derby. Put on your best big hat, dress or seersucker suit and enjoy Mint Juleps, a photo booth, live music, mini horses, roses, cigars and a live screening of the Derby. Bonus: Over $500 in prizes will be given out for Best Dressed attendees by judges including Richard Moody and Sara Rogers. Saturday 2–6:30pm @ Westin Edina, 320 Galleria, Edina. Tickets $25–$35 @ firstthursdaymn.com
St. Kate’s Katwalk 2022
After a two-year hiatus due to COVID, the St. Kate’s Katwalk student fashion show is back. Among the graduating seniors showcasing their work is local designer Carrie Ann Zirbes, who was recently featured in Fashion Week MN. Saturday, 5/7 at 7pm @ Frey Theater on St. Kate’s campus, 2004 Randolph Ave, St Paul. Tickets $10–$25 @ www.etix.com
SATURDAY, 5/7 & SUNDAY, 5/8:
54th Annual Arboretum Spring Plant Sale
One of Minnesota’s largest plant sale pops up at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum this weekend. Choose from more than 1,000 hard-to-find varieties and an expanded selection of shade perennials and grasses, new vegetable varieties, and native Minnesota plant species, with tips from expert gardeners. Saturday & Sunday from 8am–3pm @ Farm at the Arb, 3210 W 82nd St, Chaska, arboretum.umn.edu
Wadena Flea & Craft Market Opening Weekend
This seasonal indoor and outdoor market has four buildings filled with unique finds. It’s filled with vendors selling everything you can think of including farm fresh produce, toys and games, antiques, apparel, home decor, glassware and more. Open Saturdays & Sundays every weekend through September plus Memorial Day and Labor Day from 9am–5pm @ 13560 US Highway 10, Wadena, www.wadenafleamarket.com
Glam Diggers Vintage & Stay Gold Vintage Open Studios
Head to the Art & Architecture building in Prospect Park for in-studio vintage shopping. Glam Diggers Vintage studio will be open both days, and Stay Gold Vintage’s new studio will be open on Saturday only from 10–5pm with its expertly curated selection of vintage housewares and clothing. Saturday & Sunday 10am–6pm @ 3301 Prospect Terrace, 3rd floor, Minneapolis, instagram.com/glamdiggersvintage
We the Starborne presents Crystal + Altar Swap
Stop by the shop with your deck to participate in the swap and find your new sacred tools. If you have a crystal or altar item to swap, the ticket is free. If you don’t, there is a limited number of paid-entry tickets for $10–$20. Follow the link for tickets and more details. Saturday & Sunday from noon–3pm @ 593 Hamline Ave, St Paul, wethestarborne.com
SUNDAY, 5/8:
Old St. Anthony Mother’s Day Market
Minneapolis Craft Market is heading back to the historic Machine Shop in the heart of the St. Anthony neighborhood of Minneapolis for its first market of the year—just in time for Mother’s Day. Bring the mom in your life and shop two full floors of handmade goods from nearly 50 local makers throughout the day. Note: Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative lab test result, masks and ticketed shopping reservations are required to control capacity. Sunday 11am–4pm @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis. Reserve your free shopping pass @ mplscraftmarket.com
Pryes Mother’s Day Market
Take your mom out on a shopping date with Minneapolis Craft Market’s pop-up at Pryes Brewing’s riverside taproom just north of downtown Minneapolis. Find handmade goods from local makers and enjoy craft beer along with brick-oven pizza’s from Pryes’ kitchen. Free; no ticket required for entry. Sunday noon–5pm @ Pryes Brewing Company, 1401 W River Rd N, Minneapolis, eventbrite.com
ON VIEW
Totally Radical: Designing the 1980s
Totally Radical intends to inspire viewers to explore a nuanced version of the 1980s. The exhibition draws on the GMD’s permanent collection to examine “design through the fractured lens of postmodernism.” According to the museum, “Whether your recollection of the past sides more with luxe styles or dystopic futures, the 1980s was a highly mediated era of extremes. Ironically, this exhibition pushes against the idea that the 1980s are a highly definable decade.” With objects ranging from track suits to Hmong embroidery as the museum explores the “undefining” of a decade. Ends 5/27 @ Gallery 241, McNeal Hall, 1985 Buford Ave, St Paul, design.umn.edu
PLAN AHEAD
Mark your calendars and get your tickets now for these upcoming event picks.
MAY:
Black Fashion Week MN: Spring 2022
Black Fashion Week MN’s spring season will take place 5/11–5/20. It kicks off with a “Design of the Times” fashion show at Paisley Park on 5/11. Get tickets at bfwmn.com and follow @blackfashionweekmn for updates.
Minneapolis Vintage Market
The MVM heads outside for its first outdoor market of the year on 5/14 along with 40 or so vintage sellers; tickets are now available. Saturday, 5/14 from 11am–4pm @ St. Louis Park Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive, St. Louis Park, mplsvintagemarket.com
Sisterhood Boutique DIY Fashion Show
A night of cultural pride through fashion and art, this annual fashion show presented celebrates young women and non-binary folks of all shapes, sizes, backgrounds and religions. 5/18 from 6–8pm (show at 7pm) @ 420 15th Ave S, Minneapolis, www.sisterhoodmn.org
Raise the Barr: Fashion + Football Tackling Poverty
Hosted by Raise the Barr co-founders, Anthony Barr and his mom, Lori Barr, this fashion show produced and styled by Grant Whittaker features guest model appearances from 4X Pro Bowl Linebacker, the fashion-forward Anthony Barr, and some of Raise the Barr’s scholarship recipients and their children. Plus: pop-up shopping and dancing after the show. Friday, 5/20, from 6:30–10pm @ Brother Justus Whiskey, Minneapolis. Tickets $125–$250 @ raisethebarr.org
Art-A-Whirl 2022
The massive, annual open studio artist crawl is back in full force for the first time in 2 years. 5/20–5/22 in various locations in NE Minneapolis, nemaa.org/art-a-whirl
A Pop of Eyewear & Fashion Show
This fashion show hosted by Richard Moody features the latest eyewear from Spectacle Shoppe and the cotton and linen designs of local fashion designs by local designer Jean Manrique. Saturday , 5/21 from 2–4pm @ Walrus, 4400 N Lyndale Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $20 @ eventbrite.com