Who: Fashion Trendsetters
What: Where Fall Meets Fashion
Where: W Hotel, 821 Marquette Ave, Minneapolis
When: Thursday, Sept 3, 7 - 10 p.m.
Why: Can't wait for Thursdays and your fashion fix of Project Runway? Well this Thursday you can experience the runway for yourself! Learn about the latest fall trends from freelance fashion writer & vita.mn stylist Jahna Peloquin and see what's in for hair and makeup styles by Rocco Altobelli all while rubbing elbows with Minneapolis's fashion elite.
How much: $15 includes a free martini
Learn more and RSVP: www.ignitemodelsinc.com/WhereFallMeetsFa...
Who: Sports Fans
What: Vikings preseason game
Where: Metrodome, 900 S Fifth St Minneapolis
When: Friday, Sept 4, 7 p.m.
Why: Even though our newest Vike is on the bench due to an injury, who doesn't love a rousing sporting event? See our other boys in purple do work on the field against the Dallas Cowboys, enjoy a brew and scope out some cuties will you're at it. This is your last chance to catch the a preseason game before the regular season starts and ticket prices go up!
How much: $15-$135
Who: Bikers with Big Hearts
What: ROCKIN' ROLL ... Ride to Change a Child's Life
Where: Warehouse District/North Loop • 211 North First Street, Minneapolis
When: Saturday, Sept 5, begins at 9:30
Why: The day begins with a Rockin' Roll Block Party at Smile Network's headquarters in the Warehouse District of Minneapolis and winds up at the Minnesota State Fair after the hogs line up and make a rip roarin' entrance onto the Fairgrounds after a day of touring around the Twin Cities hitting up the different events of the day. Purchase raffle tickets to win a trip to visit the Orange County Choppers site and stars. All proceeds from the event go to benefit the Smile Network International which funds surgical missions and provides necessary supplies needed to repair birth defects.
How much: Bikers $35/Riders $30/Raffle Tickets $10
Learn more: www.smilenetwork.org
Who: Music and Beer Lovers
What: Clapperclaw Music and Arts Festival
Where: Intermedia Arts, 2822 Lyndale Ave, Minneapolis
When: Saturday, Sept 5, 2 p.m.- 12 a.m.
Why: This music and arts festival is a one-day party that features the best in local fashion, film, art, and local and emerging national music acts. This year's event features a Grindhouse movie theme and the addition of the Beer Dabbler Showcase which will bring the best in regional brews to the hip artsy crowd. So enjoy your beers while watching Free Energy, Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin, City on the Make, Guante, and more.
How much: $15/adv. $20/door
Learn more: www.clapperclawfestival.com.
Who: Bargain-loving Fair-Goers with Kids
What: Last Day of the Fair
Where: MN State Fair, 1265 North Snelling Ave, St. Paul
When: Monday, September 7, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
Why: Labor day ceremoniously marks the last day of the fair and this year celebrates 'kid day' with all day discounts at the Mighty Midway and Kidway. In addition many merchandise and food vendors offer Last Chance bargains (check out French Meadow for some fresh organic bakery goods) . You can also celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Ronald McDonald House in Carousel Park and say goodbye to food-on-a-stick and massive crowds until next year.
How much: $8- $11 fair admission
Learn more: www.mnstatefair.org/
Who: Community Activists
What: Live United Community Celebration
Where: Peavey Plaza 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
When: Wednesday, Sept 9, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Why: This celebration engages the community to give, advocate, and volunteer with enthusiasm. Enjoy Tim Mahoney's live concert on the plaza Brings supplies for the preschool supply drive or wear your Live United t-shirt and receive free Kemps Ice Cream and Bakers Square pies. Additionally, the new campaign goal will be announced to spur fundraising to create hope and change in our community
How much: Free
Learn more: www.liveunitedtc.org.
Who: Stylish Deal-Seekers
What: Last weekend of the StyledLife Sale
Where: StyledLife at the Galleria, 3510 W. 70th St., Edina
When: Sale ends Sunday, Sept 5, 5 p.m.
Why: Stock up on the glitz and baubles from StyledLife. Enjoy 30 to 70 percent off designer accessories such as Valentino, Missoni, and Lauren Merkin and take 20 percent off all new fall merchandise. What a perfect way to update your wardrobe for fall with these unique accessories at amazing prices.
How much: Prices vary
Learn more: www.styledlife.com/
Who: Sesame Street Fans and Family
What: Bert & Ernie, Goodnight Preview Night
Where: Children's Theatre Company, 2400 3rd Ave. S # B, Minneapolis
When: Tuesday, Sept 8, 7 p.m.
Why: Want a fun night out for you, your little ones, and the ultimate odd couple? Take them to see Bert & Ernie, Goodnight before anyone else. The Children's Theatre Company presents Bert and Ernie as you've never seen them before - as humans! Bradley Greenwald and Reed Sigmund are the best friends in this wildly inventive, laugh-a-minute, song-filled show. Based on the original series, script, and music for Sesame Street
How much: $18.50-$23.50
Learn more: www.childrenstheatre.org/
Who: History Buffs
What: Harvest Weekend
Where: Historic Fort Snelling, 200 Tower Ave. St. Paul,
When: Saturday, Sept 5- Monday, Sept 7 ,10 a.m.-5 p.m. (starts at noon on Sunday)
Why: Learn how the Minnesotans of yesteryear spent the fall season and prepared for winter and you can bet it doesn't include back-to-school shopping or football tailgating. Watch demonstrations of historic food preservation, play historic games and make a corn-husk doll craft activity on the Historic Fort Snelling. This event takes place in two locations, so you'll learn about the differences between how private individuals (such as Henry Hastings Sibley) and soldiers at the fort prepared for the changing of the seasons. There will be a free shuttle running from both sites.
How much: $5-$14