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Get Out Minnetonka: World Record Handstands and More

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Minnetonka

World Record Handstand Event
When: Saturday, Sept. 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Mini-Hops Gymnastics
Why Go: On National Gymnastics Day, Mini-Hops Gym will host an attempt to break a World Record for The Most Handstands Held Simultaneously and raise funds for the Children's Miracle Network. Give it a whirl and throw your feet up.
Price: $10
 
Williston Fitness Center Open House
When: Sunday, Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Williston Fitness Center
Why Go: Community members of all ages are invited try out the fitness center for free. Remember to take your work out clothes and swimwear.
Price: Free

Southwest Minneapolis
 

When: Sunday, Sept. 18 from 5 to 6 p.m.
Where: 
Why Go: Head over to the large pine tree by the turtle fountain to stretch the fall weekend out just a little longer.
Price: Free


When:  Sunday, Sept. 18 from 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: Powderhorn Park (3400 15th Avenue S, Minneapolis)
Why Go: Take something over to the park that you no longer need and find something you could. Learn more about this free market. Like the Hokey Pokey, it just might be what it’s really all about.
Price: Free
  
Golden Valley
 

When: Saturday, Sept. 17 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Minneapolis Clinic of Neurology, east parking lot (4225 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley)
Why Go: Find that gently used office furniture and accessories that you’ve been thinking about buying.
Price: Dependent upon items purchased.
 

When: Saturday, Sept. 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where:
Why Go: If you would like help setting up an email account, working on a Word document or surfing the Internet, then swing by the library where volunteers will be available to provide hands-on assistance for basic computer skills.
Price: Free
 
St. Louis Park
 

When: Saturday, Sept. 17 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Where: 
Why Go: Live jazz and Rhythm & Blues performance by the Auburn Moon Quartet.
Price: Free
 

When: Saturday, Sept. 17 from 3 to 6 p.m.
Where: 
Why Go: The Lenox Neighborhood Association invites residents for a Potluck picnic to meet neighbors, play some lawn games, explore city vehicles and meet with a Police spokesperson regarding area crime and safety.
Price: Bring food or drink to share.   
 
Hopkins
 

When: Saturday, Sept. 17 at 10 a.m.
Where: 
Why Go: Youth aged 6 to 15 are invited to Central Park Field #4 for the 50th anniversary of the national skills competition for boys and girls.
Price: Free
 

When: Sunday, Sept. 18 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Where: 
Why Go: Somali residents will share their culture with neighbors through traditional food, live music, children’s activities, and community resources.
Price: Free
 
Lake Minnetonka
 

When: Saturday, Sept. 17 at 7 p.m.
Where: 
Why Go: Meet author Christopher Meeks and hear all about his new novel Love at Absolute Zero, featuring a physicist seeking love.
Price: Free

 

When: Saturday, Sept. 17 from 9 a.m. to12 p.m.
Where: Gale Woods Farm (7210 County Road 110 Extension, Minnetrista)
Why Go: Meet the animals, help the farmer and enjoy the fall farm fun.
Price: $4
 
Edina
 

When: Saturday, Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 
Why Go: The Edina Historical Society will have costumed representatives showing the Cahill School and Minnehaha Grange Hall.
Price: Free
 

When: Saturday, Sept. 17 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Cowboy Jack’s Saloon (2801 Southtown Drive, Bloomington)
Why Go: The first 100 hundred fans to walk through the door will receive a ticket to get an autograph from Twins players Trevor Plouffe, Anthony Swarzak or Rene Tosoni.
Price: Free
 
Richfield
  

When: Saturday, Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where:
Why Go: Spend a beautiful fall day exploring the community expo, old school cars, food and entertainment.
Price: Free General Admission


When: Sunday, Sept. 18 from 12 to 4 p.m.
Where: 66th Street and Penn Avenue, Richfield
Why Go: Celebrate the 4th annual Penn Fest with balloons, rootbeer floats, kid friendly activities and car show.
Price: Free General Admission

Plymouth
 

When: Saturday, Sept. 17 at 10:30 a.m.
Where: 
Why Go: Local gardeners can pick up advice for their fall garden and lawn care.
Price: Free
 

When: Saturday, Sept. 11a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Maintenance Facility (14900 23rd Avenue N, Plymouth)
Why Go: Plymouth and Eastside Oil now provides an efficient and convenient drop-off site for oil waste to be processed into re-usable fuel. Join the grand opening picnic for lunch and entertainment.
Price: Free

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