Get Out Minnetonka: Meet Clifford and More

Minnetonka
 
Meet Clifford
When: Saturday, Aug. 13 at 11 a.m.
Where: Why Go: Kids are invited to meet Clifford and hear stories of his adventures. 
Price: Free
 
Meditation Class
When: Friday, Aug. 12 at 7 p.m.
Where: Why Go: Wind down from a hectic week with a Buddhist Monk. Beginners welcome.
Price: Free will donations

Southwest Minneapolis
 
Music and a Movie in the Park
When: Friday, Aug. 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Lake Harriet Bandshell
Why Go: The music of Peter Wolf Crier will be featured and followed by the movie
Labyrinth at dusk.
Price: Free admission

46th & Grand Block Party
When: Sunday, Aug. 14 from 12 to 9 p.m.
Where: W 46th Street & Grand Avenue S, Minneapolis
Why Go: Join the neighborhood businesses and folk for live music, Mexican street food,
ice cream and more.
Price: Free general admission
   
 
Golden Valley
 
Bar Bingo
When: Saturday, Aug. 13 at 1 p.m.
Where: Chester Bird American Legion
Why Go: A little afternoon number calling and blotting.
 
Comedian Chris Maddock
When: Saturday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m.
Where: New Hope Cinema Grill (2749 Winnetka Avenue N)
Why Go: Join the Stillwater native for Saturday night laugh.
Price: $15
  
 
St. Louis Park
 
Cosmic Rock & Bowl
When: Fridays and Saturdays at 10 p.m.
Where: Park Tavern
Why Go: Bowling completed with a cosmic light show, music and drink specials is the
only way to roll. JP the Radio Slave will be in charge of music on Saturday night.
Price: $15 to bowl for the night
 
For the Beauty of Life's Detours
When: Sunday, Aug. 14 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Where: Sabes Jewish Community Center
Why Go: A reception for artist Carolyn Light Bell celebrates her photography exhibit

that showcases the beauty found in life.
Price: Free
  
 
Hopkins
 
Wifflin' For Wishes
When: Saturday, Aug. 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Central Park
Why Go: Teams will play in a wiffleball tournament to help raise money for the Make-
A-Wish Foundation. There will also be live music by Whiskey Tango Foxtrot and
Battlefish.
Price: Free spectating
 
Hopkins High School Football Kickoff
When: Sunday, Aug. 14 from 4 to 8 p.m.
Where: Tuttle's
Why Go: Support your local football team and enjoy an evening at the alley.
Price: $20 at the door includes shoes, bowling and snacks for 2 hours
  
Lake Minnetonka
 
Gale Woods Farm
When: Saturday, Aug. 6 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Gale Woods Farm (7210 County Road 110, Minnetrista)
Why Go: Explore the farm, meet the animals, join in the activities and even help the
farmer with a few chores.
Price: $4
 
Traveled Ground

When: Friday, Aug. 12 at 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Narrows Saloon
Why Go: Get in your weekend groove with live Americana, Blues and Folk music.
  
 
Edina
 
Ruff House Grand Opening
When: Friday, Aug. 12 from 12 to 7 p.m.
Where: Ruff House
Why Go: Take your furry fellas over to check out the action, play with others and maybe
even a scrub down.
Price: $5 for 1 dog, $8 for 2-3 dogs (walk-in hour prices)
 
First John Philip Sousa Memorial Band & Light House Night
When: Sunday, Aug. 14 at 7 p.m.; music begins at 8:30 p.m.
Where: Centennial Lakes Park
Why Go: Enjoy a live performance in the park and scope out the model boats
showcasing their lights.
Price: Free
  
 
Richfield
  
Art Center Open House
When: Saturday, Aug. 13 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Adventure Gardens Mini-Golf
Why Go: The Richfield Art Center, which shares a building with the mini golf course,
will showcase the work of local artists have family friendly activities for visitors.
Price: Free
 
Open Outdoor Swim
When: Saturdays and Sundays from 12 to 7 p.m.
Where: Richfield Outdoor Pool
Why Go: The freedom of summer days in the sun is dwindling.
Price: Children under 12 months are free, Children (1-5) & Seniors (55+) $7, Swimmers
(6-54) $9
 
 
Plymouth
 
The Church Basement Ladies
When: Friday, Aug. 12 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 13 at 3 & 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday,
Aug. 14 at 2 p.m.
Where: Best Western Kelly Inn
Why Go: The Church Basement Ladies are back at it with the new musical comedy A Mighty Fortress (Is Our Basement) at the Plymouth Playhouse.
Price: $26 - $38, Kids (6-17) are half price and Seniors (65+) are $3 off regular price
 
St. Barnabas Rummage Sale
When: Saturday, Aug. 13 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: St. Barnabas Lutheran Church
Why Go: Stock up on good deals that benefit you and the church.
Price: Depends on how many trinkets and treasures you’re able to find.