This week’s style and shopping highlights include Black Fashion Week MN’s spring kickoff event, Kentucky Derby parties, outdoor farmers market season kickoffs and more.
Local hat maker Karen Morris presents a Kentucky Derby event this week at Canopy hotel.
BEGINS THIS WEEK:
Salvage Crawl 2024: Kick start your upcoming home improvement projects with the Hennepin County Salvage Crawl. Visit participating salvage retailers from May 1 to 31, 2024 to be entered into a drawing to win one of five prizes. Sometimes referred to as home improvement thrift stores, salvage retailers offer a wide variety of building materials, hardware, tools and other home improvement items. From old growth lumber to vintage light fixtures and everything in between, find both inspiration and quality materials for your next project. Find a list of retailers and interactive map on the Hennepin County website. 5/1–5/31 @ various locations, hennepin.us/salvage
THURSDAY, 5/2–saturday, 5/4:
gh2 Scratch-off Sale: Scratch a card at checkout for a surprise discount of 20% to 50% off your purchase at the designer consignment shop. In store only. Thursday & Friday noon–6pm, Saturday 11am–5pm @ 318 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, @gh2consignment
THURSDAY, 5/2–SUNDAY, 5/5:
100 Mile Garage Sale: Historic towns along the Great River Road in two states clean out their attics, garages and basements to create the most spectacular garage sale around! Bargain hunters can start anywhere along the Great River Road—Minnesota or Wisconsin—rain or shine. Find participating sales from Hastings, MN, south on Hwy 61 to Winona, MN, across the river to Fountain City, WI, and North on Hwy 35 to Prescott, WI. You’re sure to see deals, steals and awesome finds. Note: there’s no official registration required nor maps to lead the way. Thursday–Sunday various times running from Winona to Hastings across to Prescott, WI, get specific sale details @ 100 Mile Garage Sale on Facebook
Junked: Tossed & Found Prix Fixe Pop-up: Shop a half decade's accumulation of vintage housewares, clothing and more from vintage shop Junked: Tossed & Found, which closed its storefront during the pandemic, hosted by the Black Forest Inn's 1,200-square-foot event building in Whittier. Get first dibs at Thursday’s kickoff event, when all items will be $25. Then all items on Friday will be $10 each, then $5 on Saturday and $2 on Sunday, with best offers accepted after 2pm. Masks required for shopping. Thursday 6–9pm ($25 admission), Friday & Saturday 10am–6pm, Sunday 10am–4pm @ 9 26th St E, Minneapolis, facebook.com
FRIDAY, 5/3:
BFWMN x Morrie’s Auto Group present The Looks of Luxury Fashion Show: Black Fashion Week MN’s spring season kicks off with a luxury fashion show experience in partnership with Morrie’s Auto Group. It features collection by local brand Lexurie Collection and drag queen Julia Starr. Friday 3–7pm @ Hewing Hotel, 300 N Washington Ave, Minneapolis, $50–$75 @ eventbrite.com. Visit eventbrite.com for more upcoming BFWMN events.
Olio Vintage Monthly Happy Hour: Vintage shop Olio Vintage welcomes its new vendors for the month of May, including Red Eye Vintage and a fresh crop of local makers, with its monthly happy hour. The store’s resident vendors will also be debuting new spring and summer arrivals throughout the store. Help welcome spring with bubbly, NA beverages, snacks and good vibes. Friday 4–6pm @ Olio Vintage, 21 5th St NE, Minneapolis, @olio.mpls
Market Collective MN Night Market: The maker collective pops up for a special night market indoors at Broken Clock Brewing with handmade items like candles, yarn crafts, apothecary goods, original art, crystals, jewelry, baked good and more. Friday 6–10pm @ Broken Clock Brewing, 1712 Marshall St NE, Minneapolis, @marketcollectivemn
FRIDAY, 5/3 & SATURDAY, 5/4:
Max’s Jewelry 18th Birthday + Lene Vibe Trunk Show + Personal Appearance: Since it opened in 2006, locally owned fine jewelry store Max’s Jewelry’s selection of jewelry, chocolate and home and gift products has grown to include 72 fine jewelry artists, more than 25 gourmet chocolate brands, and numerous home and gift items including paper goods, ceramics, pottery, glassware and other artful pieces. This year the shop is hosting its largest-ever number of designer trunk shows, including this weekend’s Lene Vibe jewelry trunk show. The designer will also be making a personal appearance, and bringing her collection crafted with 18K gold, pearls, colored gemstones and diamonds. Friday & Saturday 10am-6pm @ Max's, 3826 Grand Way, St Louis Park, stylebymax.com
FRIDAY, 5/3–SUNDAY, 5/5:
Century Gallery Opening: A new gallery has made its way to the Mac-Groveland neighborhood of St. Paul with a grand opening slated for this weekend. Century Gallery showcases a mix of 20th-century Modernism, art, objects and furniture for the discerning eye gathered from France, Belgium and more. Open Friday & Saturday 10am–5pm, Sunday 12–5pm or by appointment @ 2030 Saint Clair Ave, St Paul, @centurygallery
Fulcrum Market: Bunside Market is now Fulcrum. Fulcrum is a new retail, event and workshop venue in Uptown that features a weekly market for vintage and handmade items from makers and artisans, with rotating vendors every week. Friday noon–5pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am–5pm @ 2756 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis, @bunside_market
SATURDAY, 5/4:
Mill City Farmers Market - Outdoor Season Kickoff: Amidst the Twin Cities’ plethora of farmers markets, Mill City Farmers Market stands out for its idyllic location at the Mill City Museum and its emphasis on building a local, sustainable and organic food economy. A mainstay since 2006, the market moves outdoors for the season this weekend, popping up weekly with a curated, diverse group of over 50 local farmers, food makers and handcrafted artisans hailing from across the state. 8am–1pm @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Cake Plus Size Garage Sale Day: The Hale Page Diamond Lake neighborhood is having neighborhood-wide garage sales and plus-size resale shop, Cake Plus Size, is joining in. Shop $5 racks, several 50% off racks and $1 stickers both indoors and on the patio, plus a popup from Cross Craft Life (noon–5pm). Face masks required. 9am–7pm @ Cake Plus Size, 5155 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis, hpdl.org, @cakeplussize
Spring Pop! Community & Maker Market: Springboard for the Arts's annual SpringPOP is a community and maker market that brings together a full day of art, crafts, music, dance, food and fun. This year's event features over 25 makers live performances, food vendors and artist-led interactive activities. 11am–4pm @ Springboard for the Arts, 262 University Ave W, St Paul, springboardforthearts.org
L.Brooks Jewelry Pop-up: Local jewelry designer Laura Anderson is popping up with her L.Brooks Jewelry line at vintage store Legacy for a one-day trunk show featuring her minimalist, elevated designs. Saturday 11am–5pm @ Legacy, 1610 W Lake St, Minneapolis. @shoplegacystore
Spring Hmong Arts & Craft Fair: Come support your local Hmong artists at this arts and crafts fair. There will be many items to shop for such as canvas paintings, prints, jewelry, clothing, home goods, books, baked goods and much more. A full vendor list will be posted on the Facebook page. 11am–4pm @ Oltman Middle School, 6625 Goodview Ave S, Cottage Grove. $5 entry fee for 16 & older (free entry after 2pm), seniors + 15 & under free, facebook.com
SENTi 2nd Annual May Day Celebration: Celebrate the goddess Flora and the merriment of May Day at this in-store event at the 50th & France scent-orium, SENTi. There will be flower crowns, festive sips, discounts, a May pole and more. 11am–7pm @ SENTi, 3922 W 50th St #104, Edina, @shop_senti
Kentucky Derby Parties: Hats aren't the year-round staple they once were, but Saturday's local Kentucky Derby parties is the perfect opportunity to don a stylish chapeau. The most fashion-forward is sure to be the Winner’s Circle Kentucky Derby Party thrown by local milliner Karen Morris at Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis hotel, which features a fashion show styled by Amy Seeman, flower arrangements by Sip N Bloom, shopping from local brands including SHExclusive Jewelry, Mint Juleps, and a best-outfit competition judged by show emcee Grant Whittaker, with proceeds benefiting This Old Horse. (2–6pm, 3:15pm fashion show, $85 @ kmhats.com) Other parties include Minnesota’s Best Derby Party at Canterbury Downs (noon–6pm, $10 @ canterburypark.com), Day at the Derby at Sociable Cider (1–7pm, free, facebook.com), First Thursday's 7th Annual Kentucky Derby Twin Cities Party (1–7pm, location TBA, free, eventbrite.com), University Club of St. Paul’s Kentucky Derby Party (3–7pm, $25 @ universityclubofstpaul.com), and Brit’s Pub’s Annual Kentucky Derby Party (noon–6:30pm, free, facebook.com).
The Black Market Mpls: Come gather to support and celebrate Black businesses at The Black Market's monthly market. The Black Market is a Black-business marketplace that has become a vibrant community hub. This month features food trucks, games, music, art, goods for sale and more from over than 60 local, Black-owned businesses. Saturday 2–7pm @ The Case Building, 767 Eustic St, St Paul, @theblackmarketmpls
SATURDAY, 5/4 & SUNDAY, 5/5:
Minneapolis Farmers Market Season Opening Weekend: The Minneapolis Farmers Market celebrates its season grand opening this weekend. Visitors can expect over 50 vendors this weekend, with more vendors as the season carries on. Local musician Sammy Purviance is set to perform at the market on Sunday. The 2024 regular market season will run through October with new seasonal hours. Saturday & Sunday 6am–1pm @ 312 E Lyndale Ave N, Minneapolis, mplsfarmersmarket.com
Spring Markets at the Arb: Stroll through the Arboretum’s captivating spring blooms while shopping from up to 60 local artists and artisans during select weekends in April and May. Check out your favorite sellers from past years and discover new ones, including SHExclusive Designs by Susan O. Horowitz, and enjoy live music. Market sellers will be set up at Margot Picnic Shelter area. Included with daily admission ($15 for ages 16+). Saturday & Sunday 10am–4pm @ Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, arb.umn.edu
Mother’s Day Flower Arranging with Sip N Bloom: Learn how to create your own take-home flower arrangement with you mom (or mother figure) with this week’s workshops hosted by Sip N Bloom. You’ll create your own seasonal centerpiece with the help of Sip N Bloom's master florists, with various experience level options. Packages range from easy to intermediate and start at $65. Saturday at 2pm @ Dual Citizen Brewing; Sunday at 1pm @ Number 12 Cider; additional dates 5/8–5/16; register @ sip-n-bloom.com
SUNDAY, 5/5:
Everything Ejiji Vintage Pop-up: Join vintage brand Everyday Ejiji the first Sunday of the month for freshly baked pastries, savory breakfast foods, coffee and a curated selection of size-inclusive vintage at the new Cafe Ceres location. Sunday 9am–3pm @ Cafe Ceres, 4603 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, @everydayejiji
Linden Hills Farmers Market: The Linden Hills Farmers Market is back with its outdoor market. Come for lunch, support your local growers and makers and enjoy live music. Find them in the parking lot of Settergrens of Linden Hills every Sunday through October, rain or shine. Sundays 10am–1pm @ Settergrens, 2813 W 43rd St, Minneapolis, farmersmarketsofmpls.org
Cinco de Carro & Wild VIntage Market Pop-up: Vintage queer car show Cinco de Carro is making its way to the Wild Things Antiques parking lot for an outdoor event. Presented by Great Northern Region LGBTQIA car club, the show offers the chance to view vintage and antique cars from Great Northern Region members and guests. Festivities also include a pin-up photo contest, tasty treats and food truck, a live DJ and Wild Vintage Market pop-up with vintage dealers in the parking lot. Sunday 10am–2pm @ Wild Things Antiques, 7270 Commerce Cir E, Fridley, @wildthingsantiques
Old St. Anthony Mother’s Day Market: Minneapolis Craft Market returns to the historic Machine Shop for a Mother’s Day edition of the Old St. Anthony Night Market. Shop two full floors of handmade goods by local makers, perfect for Mother’s Day gifting or a date with Mom. Enjoy soulful tunes from DJ Buster Baxter and refreshments from a full bar while you shop. Sunday 11am–4pm @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis, mplscraftmarket.com
Nashipai Jewelry Pop-up: Fair-trade jewelry and beadwork brand Nashipai, which was recently showcased on the Spring Fashion Week MN runways, is popping up with their latest collection at local shop Jenny in the City. The pop-up includes bold, handmade jewelry made by artisans in India and Kenya. Sunday noon–4pm @ 4504 France Ave S, Edina, @mynashipai
In the Spirit of MayDay Block Party + Art Market: While the iconic MayDay parade and festival is no longer, Powderhorn neighborhood is keeping the spirit alive with a block party hosted by Reverie Cafe + Bar and gallery space Modus Locus. It will features a art market with local makers and artists, plus live music, food and beverages for sale, and puppets, stilt walkers and art cars on display. Sunday 2–7:30pm-ish @ 1517 E 35th St, Minneapolis, facebook.com
Cloudland Market: In conjunction with this weekend’s MayDay Powderhorn activities, indie music venue Cloudland hosts a market that features vinyl, music collectibles, tapes, vintage goods, handmade goods, art and more for sale from a variety of vendors, plus DJ Demonica spinning records, snacks and beverages. Sunday 2–6pm @ 3533 E Lake St, Minneapolis, @cloudlandtheater
UPCOMING:
Black Fashion Week MN: Spring 2024: The semi-annual Black Fashion Week MN event series, which spotlights fashion talent by Black creators, is back with four events that include the return of Brown Girl Magic, a streetwear-focused show and the finale, the Minnesota Met Gala. 5/3–5/11 @ various locations. Tickets now available @ eventbrite.com
Otherwordly Spring Floral Fashion Show: Local floral workshop series Sip N Bloom and stylist Amy Seeman are back for their collaborative, floral-infused fashion show where botanicals reign supreme and style meets sustainability. Inspired by a future where our planet's fate hangs in the balance, the duo reimagines haute couture for a world where oxygen is our most precious commodity. Shop local vendors before and after the show directly from the runway. 5/21 @ 5pm doors, 7pm show @ City Center, 33 S 6th St, Minneapolis. Tickets $55+ @ sip-n-bloom.com