This week’s local style and shopping highlights include vintage markets, fashion shows, art fairs and more.
The scene at last year’s The Fitting Room Anniversary Fashion Show.
TUESDAY, 5/28:
Reuse MN Mend-It Clinic: Coat missing a button? Side seam come undone on your favorite shirt? Tired of your pants being too long? Zipper not zipping? Knee need a patch? Come to this free Mend-it Clinic presented by Reuse MN. Menders will be on-site to help with your clothing repairs and to teach basic mending skills. Sunday 3:30–6:30pm @ Plymouth Congregational Church, 1919 LaSalle Ave, Minneapolis, reusemn.org
NE Farmers Market After Dark Kickoff: The Northeast Farmers Market kicks off its monthly night market outdoors at Bauhaus Brew Labs tonight. Shop handmade goods from local makers and produce from local farmers, plus enjoy live music and sip on Bauhaus’s seasonal craft brews while you shop. Tuesday 6–9pm @ Bauhaus Brew Labs, 1315 Tyler St NE, Minneapolis, @ne_fm
WEDNESDAY, 5/29–SUNDAY, 6/2:
Realm of Imagination Pop-up Event: Vintage gaming geeks, listen up: Now’s your chance to shop sealed inventory from the first game store in Minneapolis at this two-weekend event hosted by Heroic Goods & Games. Realm of Imagination was in operation from the early 1970s through the late ‘80s. Wednesday–Saturday noon–6pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ 3458 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, @heroicgoods
THURSDAY, 5/30:
The Nordic @ Nite Pop-up Night Markett: Celebrating AAPI Month, this market presented by The Black Market Mpls features goods for sale from a curated group of local entrepreneurs, farmers and makers. Thursday 4pm-sunset @ 729 Washington Ave N, Minneapolis, theblackmarketevents.com
Mends & Friends at Moth Oddities: Do you have a growing pile of clothes that you love but “just need a little fix” before you can wear them again? Then head to vintage shop Moth Oddities as it hosts Mends & Friends, a casual happy hour for friends to mend together at the shop’s adjoining studio space. Plus, skilled menders will be on-site to assist with repairs. Thursday 5–7pm @ Moth Studio, 13 5th St NE Minneapolis. Registration $25 @ mothoddities.com
Vintage Vessel Flower Arranging: Learn how to make the most of grocery store flowers with this class hosted by St. Paul vintage home shop, The Mustache Cat. You’ll be walked through the process of flower arranging, take a “field trip” to pick out your own flowers and go to work making your creation with a provided vintage vessel. Ticket also includes a discount to shop before, after or during the class. Thursday 6–7:30pm @ The Mustache Cat, 500 Lexington Pkwy S, St Paul. Registration $40 @ eventbrite.com
THURSDAY, 5/30–SUNDAY, 6/2:
June Resale 15th Annual Sidewalk Sale: In conjunction with the Edina Art Fair, 50th & France designer resale store June is hosting their annual sidewalk sale with hundreds of items outside including clothing, shoes, bags, accessories and more. Plus: special guest vendors and a rack of markdowns inside. Due to the air fair (Friday–Sunday), plan to park and walk a few blocks, or come on Thursday to beat the crowds. Sidewalk sale items are cash or Venmo only. Thursday & Friday 11am–5pm, Saturday 10am–5pm, Sunday 10am–4pm @ June, 5027 France Ave S, Minneapolis, @juneresale
FRIDAY, 5/31:
MELKE NYC Spring Pop-up: Edina boutique Serge + Jane and local stylist extraordinaire Amy Seeman host a night of shopping and style showcasing MELKE NYC, a sustainable, slow-fashion luxury brand that emphasizes a gender-fluid, unapologetically exurberant vision. Friday 4–6pm @ Serge + Jane. 4532 France Ave S, Edina, @sergeandjaneshop
Curiosity Studio Mending Happy Hour: Got a pile of mending that’s gathering dust? Do some spring cleaning and bring your pile to creative space Curiosity Studio for its mending happy hour event. Get help with mending techniques from other menders, ask questions and offer your own tips. Bring your own beverage; pay-what-you-can donation. No registration required. Friday 5–8pm @ 3607 E Lake St, Minneapolis, curiositystudioclass.com
FRIDAY, 5/31–SUNDAY, 6/2:
Edina Art Fair: The 58th annual Edina Art Fair is the first official art fair of the year, showcasing artwork and handmade goods for sale by over 250 artists and makers from Minnesota and the U.S. Held at 50th and France, the fair is packed with beverage and food options, including craft beer gardens and food trucks. A highlight is sure to be Friday night’s gallery kickoff event showcasing artwork by Stephanie Dillon, Sarah Edwards, emerging artists from MCAD and more (6–8pm @ 3921 Market St; register here). Festivities also include community art projects, kids’ activities, sidewalk sales from neighborhood boutiques and live music. Friday noon–7pm, Saturday 10am–7pm, Sunday 10am–5pm @ 50th & France, Edina, www.edinaartfair.com
Clubhouse Bodega Grand Opening: Reworked clothing brand Better Together, the creators of Uptown vintage shop Clubhouse Market, are opening a second vintage shop concept this weekend just down the street in partnership with vintage seller Making of Urban Thrift. Expect a mix of reworked clothing, vintage clothing and more for all genders. The grand opening includes first pick of the new finds plus goodie bags. Friday 2–6pm, Saturday & Sunday noon–6pm @ 2409 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, @clubhouse_market
SATURDAY, 6/1:
MN Record Show: Since 1992, the MN Record Show has been the largest Twin Cities record show. This month’s featured famed Prince photographer Allen Beaulieu, who will be signing his book Prince Before the Rain and selling signed photo prints. Plus. shop vintage vinyl, CDs, 45s, music books, rock posters, records, vintage clothing and t-shirts from a variety of local dealers. $2 admission. Saturday 9am–3pm @ The Hook and Ladder Theater, 3010 Minnehaha Ave S, Minneapolis, facebook.com
Art in the Hollow Art Fair: Dubbed "the best hidden art festival in the Twin Cities," Art in the Hollow takes place in the hard-to-find Swede Hollow Park in St. Paul. (Tip: Park your car at the nearby Saint Paul Brewing and take a mini tour of historical ruins en route to the park.) The community-run event was established in 2010 to encourage visitors to discover natural amenities of the park while supporting local artists and makers. There will also be live music and dancing presented by Indigenous Roots, live poetry from The Tap, a plein-art painting exhibition and more. Saturday 10am–5pm @ Swede Hollow Park, 665 Greenbrier St, St Paul, artinthehollow.org
St. Anthony Park Arts Festival: Presented by the St. Anthony Park Library, this annual festival features 50+ juried artists as well as a community area, plant sale, a used book sale, family art activities, food and live music. Saturday 10am–5pm @ St. Anthony Park Library, 2245 Como Ave, St Paul, www.sapfest.org
The Fitting Room 6 Year Anniversary Garden Party: Celebrate six years of The Fitting Room with a day of festivities. The shop, which specializes in locally made clothing and accessories, will host a fashion show on their patio and sidewalk, new paintings on display from Lindsey Ries, floral designs by Richard Anderson and House of Harstad and the chance to shop the goods right off the runway. Seating is ticketed but standing-room is free. Saturday noon-5pm @ The Fitting Room, 318 W 38th St, Minneapolis. Tickets $25 @ eventbrite.com
316 Vintage Outdoor Market: South Minneapolis shop 316 Vintage is back open for the weekend and will be joined by a group of 13+ guest vintage sellers on the sidewalk outside the shop from new to seasoned brands, including Scatter Brain Vintage, Jane Doe VIntage and more. In case of inclement weather, market will be moved indoors around the corner. Saturday 3–7pm @ 316 Vintage, 316 S 42nd St, Minneapolis, @316_vintage
SUNDAY, 6/2:
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
Shades Vintage Market: New, Black-owned market organizer Shades Market is hosting its second event this weekend. The vintage market features a curated group of 20+ vintage vendors including You Thrifty Bitch, Wasted Retail, Kodaroe Vintage, Grandpa’s Closet and more, along with music, a lounge, waffles and coffee. Sunday 11am–4pm @ The Neu Neu, 514 N 3rd St #101, Minneapolis, @shadesmrkt
Old St. Anthony Market: Minneapolis Craft Market returns to the historic Machine Shop for the Old St. Anthony Market. Shop two full floors of handmade goods by local makers. Plus, enmoy 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
Fruitcake presents “Sounds Gay I’m in” Queer Market: Queer-centric makers market producer Fruitcake presents its latest market in honor of Pride Month. Hosted by Uptown shop Odd Mart, the event includes handmade goods from a curated group of vendors plus secondhand clothing for sale from Little Swap Closet. Sunday noon-4pm @ Odd Mart, 2520 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, @fruitcakemarkets
NUBIUltimateRunway Fashion Show: Africa Meets Asia: Local designer Nyamal BothDol is showcasing her latest collection for her label, Nubi Collections. Her new collection presents “a colorful world rich in textiles,“ taking inspiration from Africa and Asia, “two continents built on rich cultures.” Runway looks will be styled with jewelry by locally based fair-trade brand Nashipai and SHExclusive Designs Friday 7–10:30pm @ FIVE Event Center, 2917 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $35–$40 @ eventbrite.com
ONGOING:
Support AudreyRose Vintage's Exciting Expansion: After shuttering its 700-square-foot space in South Minneapolis late last year, local vintage shop AudreyRose Vintage is planning a major expansion. Owner Jessie Witte rented out an old warehouse that she plans to convert into a storefront with spaces for photo shoots, workshops and community building, which they hope to open in late June. With the required buildout and to help with other expenses, the business is holding a GoFund Me. Donations include incentives like an ongoing 15% off discount at the forthcoming store. Donate @ gofundme.com
WEEKLY EVENTS:
Mill City Farmers Market: 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 is outdoors for the season, popping up weekly with a curated, diverse group of over 50 local farmers, food makers and handcrafted artisans hailing from across the state. Saturdays 8am–1pm @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
NE Farmers Market: The weekly NE Farmers Market is back outdoors for the season. Head to the St. Boniface Church parking lot every Saturday through October 12, rain or shine, for specialty foods, baked goods, beverages, fresh produce and handmade goods. Saturdays 9am–1pm @ University Ave NE & 7th Ave NE, northeastfarmersmarket.com
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
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. Saturdays 7am–1:30pm through October @ 13594 100th St NW, South Haven, facebook.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. Saturdays & Sundays weekly through September plus Memorial Day and Labor Day from 9am–5pm @ 13560 US Highway 10, Wadena, www.wadenafleamarket.com
Shady Hollow Flea Market: Kicking off this weekend, the Shady Hollow Flea Market has been going strong for 52 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. Saturdays & Sundays 6am–3pm through August plus every Saturday in September @ 12673 Co Hwy 17, Detroit Lakes, facebook.com