This week’s highlights include Aquatennial makers markets, the return of Totally Rad Vintage Fest, a plus-size popup from gender-neutral fashion brand Mx Apparel and more.
Local gender-neutral fashion brand Mx Apparel hosts a plus-size shopping pop-up this weekend.
NEW THIS WEEK
WEDNESDAY, 7/20:
Camp Galleria
A summer camp all about style? Count me in! Galleria and workshop series LAB are coming together for a summer camp–themed series of classes where you can earn badges for every event you attend. (But unfortunately you won’t be able to pull an over-nighter at the shopping center.) The free classes feature monogramming, make-your-own tassel keychain, summer fashion tips, camp-themed giveaways and more. Pick from one of four events, or attend all four. This week’s class is Custom Tassel Keychains: Wednesday 4–6:30pm + additional dates through 8/3 @ Galleria, 3510 W 69th St, Edina, eventbrite.com
Joyous Maximalism: Curating Expressive Interiors Through Art and Design
Held in conjunction with the exhibition, Cey Adams: ETCetera, 40 Years of Art and Design, this panel event presented by NewStudio Gallery will explore the interior design of 2022, joyous maximalism. Learn how interior designers curate art and objects to create interiors that reflect their client’s story and personality, style and taste with panelists Katelyn Bloomquist (Editor, Midwest Home), Gladys Tay (interior designer, vintage dealer), Thomas Hill (Thomas I. Hill Interiors) and Jernell Rochelle McLane (5enses Design) for a lively discussion on Joyous Maximalism and how to bring this vibrant style to life for your residential clients. You can also take the opportunity to explore the Cey Adams exhibition, a nostalgic, pop-art excursion through the legendary graffiti, graphic and fine artist’s love of brands. Wednesday 5:30–7:30pm @ NewStudio Gallery, 2303 Wycliff St, St Paul. Free registration @ eventbrite.com
THURSDAY, 7/21:
Minneapolis Craft Market @ Nicollet Farmers & Makers Market
In conjunction with the 2022 Minneapolis Aquatennial festivities, the Minneapolis Craft Market is joining in the fun of the weekly Nicollet Farmers & Makers Market with a curated lineup of local makers. After a one-year hiatus, the Nicollet Makers Market has merged with the Nicollet Mall Farmers Market for Market Thursdays. Find fresh products, flowers and locally made goods from dozens of local farmers, makers and vendors. Thursdays 10am–2:30pm through September along Nicollet Mall between 6th & 8th Streets, downtown Minneapolis, nicolletmakersmarket.com, mplscraftmarket.com
Sip & Shop at Nolan Mains
The retailers of Nolan Mains along with neighboring 50th & France businesses will be hosting a monthly Sip & Shop event on the third Thursday of each month through August. Each participating business will have complimentary sips and snacks, and shoppers will get a swag bag to hold their goodies as well as a gift with purchase. Featured businesses include Dugo, Scout, SENTi, Stranger & Co, Margaret O'Leary, Wilder Brothers, Brooke and Lou, Billy Reid and Wild Ivy. Thursday 5–8pm @ Nolan Mains at 50th & France, 3945 Market St, Edina, eventbrite.com
FRIDAY, 7/22:
Moon Market
Sociable Cider Werks is joining forces with Club House Market for the Moon Market, a night market featuring reworked vintage goods by Restore Society and other handcrafted goods from local makers, food and live performances from Mira Mira and Kokou Kah with live movement and body art. Friday 4–10pm @ Sociable Cider Werks, 1500 Fillmore St NE, Minneapolis, @clubhousemarket_
BEGINNING FRIDAY, 7/22:
Grethen House 60% off Sale
The women’s designer retailer is offering its first markdowns of the season with 40% select fall collections from brands such as MM6 Maison Margiela, Isabel Marant Étoile, Frank & Eileen, Comme des Garçons, Clare V, Zero + Maria Cornejo and Veronica Beard. Starts Friday online & Saturday online @ Grethen House, 4930 France Ave. S., Edina, grethenhouse.com
FRIDAY, 7/22–SUNDAY, 7/24:
Fridley Citywide Garage Sale + Trash-to-Treasure Day
Located just north of Northeast Minneapolis, the city of Fridley is hosting more than 100 sales during its citywide garage sale on Friday and Saturday. Then on Sunday, they’re hosting a Trash-to-Treasure Day—residents will place items they no longer want at the ends of their driveway, marked as “FREE,” to encourage reuse and repurposing. Friday–Sunday 9am–6pm. Garage sale maps now available online at fridleymn.gov
SATURDAY, 7/23:
Mill City Farmers Market
A mainstay since 2006, the Mill City Farmers Market has moved outdoors for the summer season every Saturday through October. Each event features 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 A Mano ceramics, Larissa Loden jewelry, Matthew Krousey Ceramics, Radiate Activewear and Vikse Designs jewelry. Saturdays 8am–1pm weekly @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Totally Rad Vintage Fest Summer Sesh
The TRVF (formerly Twin Cities Vintage Fest) has announced their big summer market will happen for the first time at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds with more than 70 vendors. The fest features ’80s and ’90s vintage including men’s and women’s clothing, furniture and home goods, video games, memorabilia, toys and more from local brands including LEGACY, Glam Diggers Vintage, Green Threads Vintage, Everyday Ejiji, Century Clash Studios and Daily Dose Retro. Taking place both indoors and outdoors at Familia HQ Skatepark, the event also includes a vintage arcade, the Rockin’ Roller Record Bus, the Vintage Gallery, nostalgic photo ops and more. Saturday from 10am–5pm. General admission tickets are now on sale ($8–$10), as well as early-bird tickets ($25) from 8:30am–10am @ Minnesota State Fairgrounds, 1265 Snelling Ave N, St Paul, totallyradvf.com
Art on the Edge Fair
Linden Hills gallery Everett & Charlie and The Edge Magazine hosts a one-day, outdoor art fair. More than 60 visual art and holistic vendors, from painters and potters to psychics and yogis, will gather along West 43rd Street east of Upton, as well as in a “magical secret garden” space behind Everett & Charlie art gallery. Event goers will enjoy live music, author readings and book signings, a psychic gallery reading with internationally renowned Brazilian soul healer Jurema Silva, SHExclusive artisanal jewelry by Susan O. Horowitz and more. Saturday 10am–5pm @ Everett & Charlie, 2720 W 43rd St, Minneapolis, facebook.com
Twin Cities Community Pop-up Market
Organized by The Wedge Neighborhood and Bread: A Unique Pop-up Market, this new monthly marketplace features a mix of local business vendors, restorative practice leaders, wellness practitioners and community organizations, plus food, music and ice cream. This month’s edition is a self-care event featuring meditation and trauma healers. Saturday 11am–4pm @ Mueller Park, 2509 Colfax Ave S, Minneapolis, @breadpopupmarket
Wild Vintage Collective Grand Opening
Over 30 curated mid-century and vintage dealers are joining Wild Things Antiques this summer for a new vintage and antique mall. Dubbed the Wild Vintage Collective, the space will occupy almost 9,000 square feet in addition to Wild Things Antiques’ warehouse space within the same building. The store celebrates with a grand opening event this weekend at both the collective mall and its namesake shop. The grand opening coincides with this month’s edition of the Wild Vintage Market, a one-day pop-up market (noon–4pm) held at the Wild Vintage warehouse featuring vintage home goods, furniture, decor, food and more. Saturday 11am–7pm @ Wild Vintage Antiques, 7270 Commerce Cir E, Minneapolis, @wildvintagecollective
Mx Apparel Pop-up @ Cake Plus-Size Resale
Local fashion label Mx Apparel is on a mission to produce edgy, bold, gender-neutral fashion in sizes 6X to XS. Its summer collection features vibrant pops of orange and lavender with wavy prints, along with neutral staples. Check out its best-selling Reversible Romper and Mesh Crop Top during this pop-up hosted by local plus-size resale shop, Cake. Saturday 11am–5pm @ Cake Plus-Size Resale, 5155 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis, @mxappareldesign
Aquatennial Night Market
Join Minneapolis Craft Market at Minneapolis' annual Aquatennial celebration for a summer night market. The marketplace will be located in Gold Medal Park on the Mississippi Riverfront, a great central location for meeting up with friends and enjoying the festivities while waiting for the fireworks to start. The nearby West River Parkway will be packed with activities for the whole family including food trucks, live music and more. Saturday 4–9:30pm @ Gold Medal Park, 2nd St & 11th Ave S, Minneapolis, mplscraftmarket.com
Forgotten Star Night Market II
Enjoy a summer night in Forgotten Star Brewery’s outdoor beer garden with live music, food, and over a dozen local vendors. Featured makers include The Retro Collective Co, Thread Joy, Chickadee Beads, Roseline’s Candles, Shawn Lohse, Must Be Ruff and Looney Sisters Crafts, plus vintage from Wild Things Antiques, Bro Bros Closet, Vintage Valley and more, plus vinyl records from Caydence Records. Bonus: There will also be live music from Pit Stop and The Cold Casuals, plus live vinyl DJ sets from The Ring Toss Twins. Saturday 6–11pm @ Forgotten Star Brewery, 38 Northern Stacks Dr, Fridley, facebook.com
SATURDAY, 7/23 & SUNDAY, 7/24:
We the Starborne presents Tarot Swap
Hosted by metaphysical shop We the Starborne, this tarot swap give you the chance to bring your unwanted tarot decks to swap with other tarot enthusiasts, plus a special sale on crystals from We the Starborne. The market takes place in the back alley behind the shop. Rain or shine. Free. Saturday & Sunday from noon–3pm @ We the Starborne, 593 Hamline Ave, St Paul, wethestarborne.com
Stillwater Flea & Crafter Market
Held the last weekend each month on the Washington County Fairgrounds, the outdoor Stillwater Flea Market features more than 150 crafters, vendors spanning antiques, household, furniture, garden art, clothing, jewelry, collectibles, vintage, arts and crafts, fresh produce and prepared foods, plus food trucks, music and more. This weekend’s is the first of the year, so don’t miss out. Saturday & Sunday 9am–3pm @ Washington County Fairgrounds, 12300 40th St N, Stillwater, facebook.com/stillwaterfleamarket
SUNDAY, 7/24:
High Tea Party at AudreyRoe Vintage
Dress up, enjoy some small bites from Gather, sip a variety of delicious tea from beautiful vintage China and find some vintage treasures to take home at this tea party hosted by local vintage shop AudreyRose Vintage and Michaela Rae. Cosmos Floral will be doing a giveaway for a floral arrangement, and 50% of ticket sales will be donated to Face to Face MN. Face to Face works to advanced economic and healthy equality for youth while providing support, access to resources, and opportunities as they build on their strengths and achieve their aspirations. Note: Space is limited, so grab your tickets while they last. Sunday 3–5pm @ AudreyRose Vintage, 2237 E 38th St, Minneapolis. Tickets $20 @ eventbrite.com
NEXT TUESDAY, 7/26:
Market After Dark: NEFM @ Bauhaus
The Northeast Farmers Market is popping up at Bauhaus Brew Labs for this monthly night-market edition starting this month. Shop handmade goods from local makers and produce from local farmers, plus enjoy a live DJ set and sip on Bauhaus’s seasonal craft brews while you shop. Next Tuesday 6–9pm @ Bauhaus Brew Labs, 1315 Tyler St NE, Minneapolis, @ne_fm
WEEKLY MARKETS
THURSDAYS:
Tiny Diners Farmers Market
The Tiny Diner Farmers' Market returns this week with local produce, meats, coffee roasters, bakers, artists and local makers. The market will be launching its Power of Produce program at their markets this summer; kids under 12 will receive a $2 token to spend on fresh fruits and vegetables from their vendors. The market takes place every Thursday night through September. Thursday 5–8pm @ Tiny Diner, 1024 E 38th St, Minneapolis, facebook.com
SATURDAYS:
Northeast Farmers Market
Head to the St. Boniface Church parking lot every Saturday through October 15, rain or shine, for specialty foods, baked goods, beverages, fresh produce, and handmade goods. Maker highlights include Blugirl Soapworks, TeeKae Handmade shibori and tie-dye goods, Kobi Co candles and body care, and Artifacts of Joy’s mini paintings. Saturdays 9am–1pm weekly @ 629 NE 2nd St NE, Minneapolis, northeastfarmersmarket.com
Wright County Swappers Meet
The WCSM is a farmers market, art fair, antique mall, garden center, sporting goods store and garage sale in South Haven, MN. This large outdoor market features 150-250 vendors on an average weekend with 300+ vendors holiday weekends. Open every Saturday through October plus Fridays–Sundays on Holiday weekends (Memorial Day weekend, 4th of July weekend and Labor Day weekend). Hours: 6am–1:30pm, weather dependent. @ 13594 100th St NW, South Haven, facebook.com/AnnandaleFleaMarket
Excelsior Flea Market
Back for its 21st year, the weekly Excelsior Flea Market is a great excuse to take a day trip out to the charming Lake Minnetonka–bordering town’s historic downtown. Expect handcrafted soaps, jewelry, macramé decor, home goods and more from new and returning vendors, plus food and more. While you’re there, be sure to swing by local shop favorites, The Golden Rule, GRAY Home + Lifestyle and Ace General. Saturdays 9am–3pm weekly through 9/25 @ 10 Water St, Excelsior, facebook.com/ExcelsiorFleaMarket
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS:
Shady Hollow Flea Market
Kicking off this weekend, the Shady Hollow Flea Market has been going strong for 53 years across 3.5 acres of shaded, grassy grounds just 5 miles south of Detroit Lakes. Every weekend, as many as 125 vendors from throughout the trig-state area will showcase their wares with different offerings each weekend, from fine collectibles and jewelry to sports equipment, tools and collectibles. Open Saturdays & Sundays weekly through Labor Day weekend from 6:30am–3pm daily plus every Saturday in September @ 12673 Co Hwy 17, Detroit Lakes, shadyhollowfleamarket.com
Wadena Flea & Craft Market
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 Labor Day from 9am–5pm @ 13560 US Highway 10, Wadena, wadenafleamarket.com
SUNDAYS:
Linden Hills Farmers Market
The Linden Hills Farmers Market takes place every Sunday with fresh produce from local farmers and artisanal treats and goods from local makers, including body care, arts and crafts. Plus: live music and more. Sundays through October 10am–1pm @ Settergren's of Linden Hills parking lot, 2913 W 43rd St, Minneapolis, lindenhillsfarmersmarket.org
Hamel Lions Club Flea Market
The Hamel Lions Flea Market touts 200 or so vendors and for the most part, not of the overstock-tube-sock-selling variety. Yes, we did see a vendor selling off brand laundry detergent and air freshener products, but the majority were selling used or repurposed items from decades past. Open Sundays weekly through September from 6am–noon @ Medina Entertainment Center, hamellions.org/flea-market
CONTINUING
Plastic Rapt: A History of Designing Forever
We have a complex relationship with plastic. We can’t seem to live without it and it has many beneficial (and sometimes life-saving) uses. On the other hand, it’s the leading cause of pollution to our planet, doesn’t break down naturally, and is expensive to recycle. (In fact, less than 10% of all plastic is said to be recycled.) The Goldstein Museum of Design’s Plastic Rapt: A History of Designing Forever exhibition acknowledges both plastic’s extreme versatility as well as its inherently detrimental qualities. The exhibition will include many “faux” objects from the Goldstein’s collection made from celluloid, including decorative combs and fans imitating tortoise shell, amber and ivory. Bakelite, the first true synthetic plastic, had diverse applications, including jewelry, toys, radios, and the decorative handles for things like cocktail shakers. Free. On view through 9/25 @ Goldstein Gallery at 12 McNeal Hall, 1985 Buford Ave, St Paul, design.umn.edu
KOKOON Summer Clearance Sale
The circumstances of the past couple years left local clothing brand KOKOON without a true studio. Now, they’re getting ready to move once more. In the meantime, they’re having a major clearance sale on their website, going on now. Look for more items to be added, plus additional progressive discounts in July. Shop early for best selection, and later for even more savings, with discounts of up to an extra 50% off by the end of July. Ends 7/24. Shop now @ kokoon.net
PLAN AHEAD
Mark your calendars and get your tickets now for these upcoming event picks.
JULY:
Fashion Week MN's Atlantic Boat Cruise Mixer
Local fashion platform Fashion Week MN is hosting a boat cruise mixer on Lake Minnetonka inspired by the Lost City of Atlantis. The dress code is “gold, white, dazzling”—think Goldie Hawn’s glam yacht looks in Overboard. Tickets include hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar and live DJ. Tuesday, 7/26 from 5–8pm @ Wayzata Depot & Docks, 402 Lake St E, Wayzata. Tickets $60 @ www.eventbrite.com
AUGUST:
Alexandra Lange: Meet Me by the Fountain Book Talk
In Meet Me By the Fountain, acclaimed design critic Alexandra Lange offers an eclectic history of the mall, grappling with their role in public life and popular culture. Join the author for a live virtual talk presented by Magers & Quinn Booksellers about the book with local freelance style writer and self-described mall obsessive Kara Nesvig. Wednesday at 7pm. Free registration required @ magersandquinn.com
Minnesota Streetwear Fashion Week
LPF Vision Productions and local fashion label Melevated Designs have just announced the inaugural Streetwear Fashion Week in Minnesota, slated for 8/4–8/7. The week includes a luxury streetwear fashion show competition. Follow @streetwearfw_official on Instagram for updates
Vintage at the Ballpark
Head to CHS Field for a two-day summer vintage extravaganza hosted by Minneapolis Vintage Market. Find dozens of the Midwest's best vintage clothing, accessories and home goods vendors selling high-quality, unique goods and collectibles. Get first dibs during Friday’s preview night. CHS Field concessions will be open for food and beer throughout the weekend. 8/5 from 5–10pm & 8/6 from 10am–5pm @ CHS Field, 360 N Broadway St, St Paul. Tickets $5–$10 @ mplsvintagemarket.com
Minneapolis Vintage Market
The August MVM will take place outdoors at Utepils Brewing with more than 40 of the top local vintage vendors. Sunday, 8/28, from 11am–4pm (11am–noon $10, noon–5pm Free)@ Utepils Brewing, 225 Thomas Ave N, Minneapolis, mplsvintagemarket.com
SEPTEMBER:
Runway for Hope Virtual Fashion Show & Fundraiser
Breast cancer survivors and supporters take the runway at this fashion fundraiser and live auction benefiting Hope Chest for Breast Cancer Foundation. Produced by Grant Whitaker, the fashion show will feature looks from Galleria stores. Ticket sales and the silent auction proceeds help fund Hope Chest’s mission of providing emergency financial support to Minnesota breast cancer patients actively undergoing treatment. The evening will also include lite bites and wine and a surprise raffle. Thursday, 9/15 from 4–6:30pm @ Galleria, 69th & France, Edina. Tickets $125 @ runwayforhope.givesmart.com
Walker Art Center’s Avant Garden 2022
After last year’s Party: In the Garden—an abbreviated version of the Walker' Art Center’s annual fundraiser–Avant Garden is slated to be back in full this fall. Tickets just went on sale, and once they’re available, they’ll go fast. You won’t want to miss all that’s in store for this year’s event. (Hint: The theme is Mother Earth meets celestial, astrological vibes.) And when you order, tell them I sent you. Saturday, 9/17 @ Walker Art Center, 725 Vineland Pl, Minneapolis. Get tickets at walkerart.org
Fashion Week MN Fall 2022
Local fashion platform Fashion Week MN has just announced the dates of its fall season as 9/18–9/24, 2022. Follow @fashionweekmnon Instagram for updates on events and tickets.
Mpls.St.Paul Magazine presents Fashionopolis
After a pandemic-induced hiatus, Mpls.St.Paul Magazine's Fashionopolis is back. The fall event returns this fall at the new Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis. The show’s longtime producer and stylist Grant Whittaker is also back, and will surely work his style magic, offering a delight for the senses and bold inspiration. Friday, 9/23 @ Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis, 245 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis. Get tickets @ mspmag.com
House of KLynn presents Gala Glamour Couture Runway Show
Following her stunning local runway debut last spring, Minnesota-based grand couturier Kathryn Rogers returns with a fashion show featuring her opulent label, House of KLynn. The Richard Moody–produced event also includes the new HOK jewelry, accessories and beauty line, a pop-up shop, and live music and DJ performances. Saturday, 9/24, at 4:30pm @ Canopy by Hilton, 708 S 3rd St, Minneapolis. Tickets $50 @ eventbrite.com