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X-WR-CALNAME:Minneapolis · community · Sunday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Twins 2026 Season Home Games DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260402 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260821T183208Z UID:3203@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, The Twin's home opener is April 2nd and the regular season runs through September 27th. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T183208Z LOCATION:Target Field\, 1 Twins Way\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United St ates URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/twins-home-games/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saint Paul City Tour 2 Hour Sightseeing Experience DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260729T213716Z UID:10004314-1780358400-1793491199@www.bloomingtonmn.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:12:30pm to 2:30pm Tuesdays through Sundays June 2 – October 31\, 2026 \nDiscover the vibrant history and scenic beauty of Saint Paul o n this two-hour sightseeing tour. Travel in luxurious comfort while an exp ert guide shares captivating stories and highlights the city’s iconic la ndmarks\, including a stop at the Smith Avenue Bridge Overlook for stunnin g views of the Mississippi River. Marvel at the Minnesota State Capitol an d the charming Victorian homes along Summit Avenue. This tour is perfect f or both visitors and locals looking to explore the best of Saint Paul in a n enjoyable and informative way. \n  \n\n2-hour guided city tour with a k nowledgeable local expert\nComfortable deluxe transportation from Mall of America\nVisit iconic sites like the Minnesota State Capitol and Smith Ave nue Bridge Overlook\nSuitable for all ages with family-friendly pricing op tions LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213716Z LOCATION:Mall of America\, 60 E. Broadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/saint-paul-city-tour -2-hour-sightseeing-experience/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm _campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Bloomington MN Travel & Tourism - Mall of America Hotels X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stillwater Tour Trolley Ride and Scenic Boat Cruise with Lunch DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261018 DTSTAMP:20260729T213716Z UID:10004217-1780617600-1792281599@www.bloomingtonmn.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:9am to 4pm Fridays and Saturdays June12 – October 17\, 2026 \nDiscover the charm of Stillwater\, Minnesota on this immersive 7-hour ci ty tour. Begin with a fully narrated trolley tour through downtown\, explo ring the town’s rich lumber history and stunning Victorian architecture. Next\, enjoy a scenic boat cruise on the St. Croix River\, featuring a de licious lunch as you take in breathtaking views. After the cruise\, spend an hour exploring historic Main Street at your own pace\, visiting unique boutiques and savoring local treats. This perfect blend of guided experien ces and leisure time makes it an ideal day trip for both visitors and loca ls alike. \n  \n\n7-hour sightseeing tour with trolley and boat cruise\nE njoy a delicious lunch on the scenic St. Croix River\nExplore historic Mai n Street with free time after the cruise\nDepart from Mall of America with a knowledgeable local guide LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213716Z LOCATION:Mall of America\, 60 E. Broadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/stillwater-tour-trol ley-ride-and-scenic-boat-cruise-with-lunch/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_me dium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Bloomington MN Travel & Tourism - Mall of America Hotels X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chisago Lakes Area City Tour Scenic Boat Cruise and Art DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026 DTSTAMP:20260729T213716Z UID:10004233-1782000000-1792972799@www.bloomingtonmn.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sundays through October 25th\, discover the charm of Minnesota ’s Chisago Lakes Area on a full-day sightseeing tour. This 7-hour advent ure showcases the area’s natural beauty\, beginning with a delightful st op at Lindstrom Bakery for traditional Swedish treats and coffee. Explore the captivating Franconia Sculpture Park\, home to large-scale contemporar y art set in scenic landscapes. Lunch on your own will be at Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours just before you unwind with an 80-minute scenic boat cr uise on the St. Croix River\, where stunning views of the bluffs and fores ts await. \n  \n\nEvery Sunday through October 25\, 2026\n7-hour guided s ightseeing tour through Chisago Lakes Area\nSample famous donuts and local coffee at Lindstrom Bakery\nVisit the outdoor Franconia Sculpture Park fe aturing contemporary art\nEnjoy an 80-minute scenic boat ride on the St. C roix River LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213716Z LOCATION:Mall of America\, 60 E. Broadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/chisago-lakes-area-c ity-tour-scenic-boat-cruise-and-art-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium= ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Bloomington MN Travel & Tourism - Mall of America Hotels X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pepsi NFL Helmets DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009 DTSTAMP:20260902T063252Z UID:10004455-1788220800-1791503999@www.bloomingtonmn.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We’re gearing up for the start of football season with the l arger than life Official NFL Team helmets on display from all 32 NFL Teams . Come check them out in the Atrium! LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T063252Z LOCATION:Mall of America\, 60 E. Broadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/pepsi-nfl-helmets/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Bloomington MN Travel & Tourism - Mall of America Hotels X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Northeast Library (through 10/7) DTSTART:20260908T130000Z DTEND:20261007T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T000618Z UID:28781-1788854400-1791392400@www.mynortheaster.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Baby Storytime: For children birth-24 months and their caregi vers. Talk\, sing\, read\, write\, and play together. Share books\, storie s\, rhymes\, music and movement in a format especially designed for babies . Siblings welcome. Fridays\, 9:30-10 am. \nFamily Storytime: For childre n birth-5 years old and their caregivers. Talk\, sing\, read\, write and p lay together. Share books\, stories\, rhymes\, music\, and movement. Sibli ngs welcome. Fridays\, 11-11:30 am. \nChess Club: All ages and skill leve ls are welcome. Learn the basics of chess\, improve your game\, master str ategies\, and meet other chess fans. Equipment provided. Welcome walk-ins. Thursdays\, 4:30-6:30 pm. \nBusiness Consultations/Consulta de Negocios:  A representative from the City of Minneapolis will meet with business ow ners and entrepreneurs to share resources and assist those who want to sta rt\, maintain or expand a business in the City of Minneapolis (e.g. financ ing\, city regulations and business technical assistance). Assistance is a vailable in English and Spanish. Asistencia disponible en inglés y españ ol. Collaborator: City of Minneapolis Small Business Team. No appointment necessary. 2nd Thursday of the month\, 2-4 pm. \nCoffee and Conversations : Join library staff and fellow patrons for relaxed conversation over cof fee and tea. Feel free to bring a craft to work on\, book to read\, or gam e to play. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.  2nd Tuesday of the month\, 10-11 am. \nBaile latino para niños / Latin Dance for Kid s:\nLos niños y sus padres o sus cuidadores se conectarán entre sí a tr avés de la participación en bailes latinos como la salsa\, la bachata y el merengue. Este programa de baile fomenta el movimiento y la autoe xpresión\, y crea recuerdos imborrables para las familias. El programa está dirigido a familias con niños de 2 a 6 años (los hermanitos so n bienvenidos). La clase se impartirá en español e inglés. Colaborado r: Nela Dance. Este programa es financiado por el Minnesota’s Arts and C ultural Heritage Fund. \nChildren and their caregivers bond by engaging in Latin dances–salsa\, bachata and merengue. This dance program enc ourages movement and self-expression\, and creates core memories for f amilies and is intended for families with children between the ages of  2-6 (siblings welcome). Taught in Spanish and English. Collaborator: Ne la Dance. Funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Saturday\, Sept. 22\, 10:30-11:15 am. \nLEGO® Lab: Calling all fut ure engineers and architects! The library has the bricks\, you bring your imagination. No experience necessary. Saturday\, Sept. 26\, 2-4 pm. \nConn ect and Play: For children of all ages and their caregivers. Connect with your child during this drop-in program exploring early literacy activities . No registration required. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Librar y. Saturday\, Sept. 19 and 26\, 9:30-11:30 am. \nRead With an Animal: K-gr ade 5. Cuddle up with a certified therapy dog and practice reading aloud. Sign up when you arrive for a 15-minute slot. First come\, first served. C ollaborator: PAWS to READ is a program of North Star Therapy Animals (NTSA ). All handlers are required to be trained in an additional children’s r eading program that focuses on utilizing registered therapy animals. Satur day\, Oct. 3\, 1-2:30 pm. \nMedicare Counseling: Get free help answering y our Medicare questions with Minnesota Aging Pathways. Registration is re quired and can be done at metroaging.org/get-help/medicare. Choose to mak e an in-person appointment\, select Northeast Library and a date/time. Or call Minnesota Aging Pathways at 800-333-2433. Registration closes four da ys before the date. Collaborators: Trellis\, Minnesota Aging Pathways. Mon day\, Oct. 5\, 9:00 am-1:15 pm. \nWriting as a Profession: Taming the Man uscript: Through exercises and exploration of successful writers’ revisi on strategies\, learn how to revisit your manuscript with confidence\, not fear. Receive valuable feedback on a portion of your revised draft from y our peers and the teaching artist. Part of a four-part series\, “Writing as a Profession.” Attendance at all four sessions not required. Collabo rator: The Loft Literary Center. Funded by Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Wednesday\, Oct. 7\, 5:30-7:30 pm. \nCall for Emerging Ar tists: The Northeast Library seeks new and emerging artists for temporary art exhibits. They have funding to support individual artist exhibitions ( $250/individual) or group shows ($500/organization) as well as non-stipend opportunities all year round. Contact Nhia Lo nlo@hclib.org and Britt Pau lson bpaulson@hclib.org. On-going opportunity. LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T000618Z LOCATION:2200 Central Ave. NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55418\, United States URL:https://www.mynortheaster.com/event/northeast-library-through-8-15/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:MyNortheaster.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mynortheaster.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Crayola Experience Screamin' Green Hauntoween DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260915T120047Z UID:3776@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Screamin' Green Hauntoween returns to the Crayola Experience t his Halloween season! Included with your general admission ticket are spec ial\, limited-time craft activities. Weekday/$22.50 online\, $30.50/any da y online general admission.\n\n Sept 19 - Oct 4 | Princesses & Pirates​ : Rule the kingdom or sail the seas!\n Oct 5 - Oct 19 | Superheroes​: U nleash your creativity and discover your colorful superpower!\n Oct 20 - Nov 1 | Monsters & Magic​: Friendly monsters\, colorful surprises\, and magical fun LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T120047Z LOCATION:Crayola Experience\, Mall of America Level 3\, 300 South Avenue\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/crayola-experience-screamin -green-hauntoween/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=min neapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Building and Cultivating Major Donors for Small- to Mid-Size Nonpr ofits Series DTSTART:20260915T143000Z DTEND:20261013T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T002521Z UID:10000342-1789464600-1791889200@minnesotanonprofits.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Virtual Workshop – Live/OnlineSeries Fee: $175 for MCN membe rs / $255 for nonmembers  \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Series\n\n\n\n\nTh is series is now at maximum capacity and has sold out. There is no wait li st for this event. This series will be offered again in early 2027\; check back on our Events Calendar soon to register. \n\n\n\n\nMany nonprofit le aders know they need to diversify funding\, but major donor fundraising ca n feel out of reach\, especially in small- to mid-size nonprofits without large development teams. The good news is that your next major donor is li kely already connected to your organization or within your existing networ k. The key is knowing where to look\, how to build the relationship\, and how to confidently invite deeper investment in your mission. \n\n\n\nIn th is 3-session virtual series\, we will help you build the confidence\, clar ity\, and practical systems needed to identify\, cultivate\, and engage ma jor donors in ways that feel genuine\, strategic\, and aligned with your m ission. \n\n\n\nAcross three live online sessions\, we will reframe fundra ising as relationship-building\, map the people already surrounding your m ission\, prioritize the right donor prospects\, and strengthen your abilit y to lead donor conversations with greater clarity and confidence. Through practical tools\, guided exercises\, and real-time application\, this ser ies is designed to help you move from uncertainty and overwhelm to a more focused\, strategic\, and repeatable approach to major donor fundraising. \n\n\n\nYou will leave with practical frameworks and tools you can use imm ediately to strengthen donor relationships\, build a more intentional dono r portfolio\, and create momentum toward long-term fundraising sustainabil ity. Past participants have shared that this course increased their confid ence\, strengthened their donor conversations\, and gave them practical to ols they could apply right away. \n\n\n\nBy the end of this 3-session ser ies\, you will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nReframe major donor fundraising as an opportunity to build meaningful donor partnerships rather than simply a sk for money. \n\n\n\nIdentify potential major donors\, connectors\, and advisors already within your organization’s existing network. \n\n\n\n Prioritize the right donor prospects based on alignment\, engagement\, rea diness\, and funding goals. \n\n\n\nDevelop tailored engagement strategie s that deepen trust and move donor relationships forward. \n\n\n\nLead do nor conversations with greater clarity\, confidence\, and purpose. \n\n\n \nUse practical tools and frameworks to build a more structured\, strategi c\, and repeatable major donor process that supports more diversified fund ing.\n\n\n\n\nWatch a video about the Major Donor Coaching Cohort Experien ce here. \n\n\n\nSession Details\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Mindset and Cultivate Mapping – September 15 @ 9:30am – 11:00am CT \nIn this ses sion\, we begin by exploring the psychology of generosity and dismantling the “begging” narrative that often creates fear or hesitation around f undraising. Together\, we will shift the mindset from asking for money to inviting partnership in meaningful work. \n\n\n\nWe will then map 30–50 relationship pathways within your existing network to help you identify th e hidden donor potential already surrounding your mission\, including supp orters\, connectors\, and advisors. \n\n\n\nBy the end of Session 1\, you will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nReframe fundraising as an invitation to partn ership rather than a transactional ask.\n\n\n\nDescribe how generosity\, s hared purpose\, and donor motivation can shape stronger fundraising conver sations.\n\n\n\nIdentify supporters\, connectors\, and advisors already wi thin your organization’s network.\n\n\n\nCreate a Cultivate Map of 30– 50 relationship pathways connected to your mission.\n\n\n\nRecognize where major donor potential may already exist within your current community and relationships. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession 2: Building the Right Portfolio – September 29 @ 9:30am – 11:00am CT \nIn this session\, we will help you move from a broad or cluttered database to a prioritized portfolio of qualified donor prospects. Using the Engagement Scorecard and related too ls\, we will evaluate prospects based on engagement\, alignment\, influenc e\, readiness\, and relationship strength. \n\n\n\nYou will begin building a focused Power 10 Portfolio and develop customized engagement designs th at help move priority donors from contact to committed partner. \n\n\n\nBy the end of Session 2\, you will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nEvaluate donor pr ospects using practical criteria such as alignment\, engagement\, influenc e\, and readiness. \n\n\n\nDistinguish between a broad contact list and a focused donor portfolio built for meaningful cultivation. \n\n\n\nPriori tize a Power 10 Portfolio based on real funding goals and relationship pot ential. \n\n\n\nDevelop customized engagement designs for your top prospe cts. \n\n\n\nBuild a more strategic and repeatable process for major dono r cultivation over time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession 3: Designing Confident C onversations – October 13 @ 9:30am – 11:00am CT \nIn this session\, w e will build the messaging and structure you need to lead donor conversati ons with greater clarity and confidence. Building on the work from the fir st two sessions\, we will help you define impact\, communicate need\, and make the ask in a way that feels grounded\, relational\, and clear. \n\n\n \nWe will also strengthen your approach to stewardship so donors become mo re than a source of funding. They become meaningful partners in your missi on. \n\n\n\nBy the end of Session 3\, you will be able to:   \n\n\n\n\nU se a clear framework to structure major donor conversations with greater c onfidence.\n\n\n\nCommunicate shared values\, need\, impact\, and invitati on in a compelling and mission-centered way.\n\n\n\nPrepare for donor asks with messaging that feels clear\, relational\, and strategic.\n\n\n\nAppr oach the ask as a natural part of relationship-building rather than a disc onnected fundraising task.\n\n\n\nStrengthen stewardship and next-step pla nning to support long-term donor partnership.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOptional Impl ementation Labs: From Strategy to Action – September 22\, October 6\, & October 20 @ 9:30am – 10:30am CT\nThese optional one-hour working sess ions are designed to help you move from theory to execution without the o verwhelm. Through peer discussion\, hands-on application\, and focused gro up coaching\, we will bridge the gap between “knowing” and “doing. ”  \n\n\n\nRather than introducing new content\, these sessions give y ou space to apply the course tools directly to your own donor portfolio\, messaging\, outreach strategies\, and upcoming conversations. Together\, w e will troubleshoot challenges\, refine next steps\, and build momentum so you can walk into your next donor meeting with greater clarity\, confiden ce\, and a practical 90-day action plan. \n\n\n\nBy participating in the optional implementation labs\, you will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nApply cou rse tools and frameworks directly to your own donor relationships and fund raising priorities. \n\n\n\nRefine engagement strategies\, donor messagin g\, and next steps through peer discussion and group coaching. \n\n\n\nSt rengthen your readiness for upcoming donor meetings and conversations. \n \n\n\nBuild a practical 90-day activation plan for cultivation\, asks\, fo llow-up\, and stewardship. \n\n\n\nIncrease your confidence in moving fro m planning to real-world donor action.\n\n\n\n\nThese three Implementation Labs sessions are included with the “Building and Cultivating Major Don ors for Small- to Mid-Size Nonprofits Series” registration. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhat You Will Walk Away With\n\n\n\nBy the end of the series\, you will leave with more than notes. You will leave with a practical fundrais ing engine built for immediate execution and long-term sustainability\, in cluding:  \n\n\n\n\nThe Cultivate Map: a strategic visualization of 30 –50 relationship pathways and connectors within your existing network \ n\n\n\nThe Power 10 Portfolio: a prioritized list of qualified donors con nected to real funding goals and revenue needs \n\n\n\nCustom Engagement Designs: tailored plans for moving top prospects from contact to committe d investor \n\n\n\nThe Ask Framework: a structured\, confidence-building guide for donor conversations \n\n\n\nA 90-Day Activation Plan: a sequ enced rhythm for outreach\, follow-up\, and stewardship that helps mainta in momentum long after the first gift is made \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Event Details  \n\n\n\nThis event is a series with three dat es and three optional Implementation Labs. The series registration price i ncludes all six sessions. \n\n\n\nSeries Sessions: \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 15 from 9:30am – 11:00am CT \n\n\n\nSeptember 29 from 9:30am – 11:00am CT\n\n\n\nOctober 13 from 9:30am – 11:00am CT\n\n\n\n\nOptional Implemen tation Labs: \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 22 from 9:30am – 10:30am CT \n\n\n\n October 6 from 9:30am – 10:30am CT \n\n\n\nOctober 20 from 9:30am – 10:30am CT\n\n\n\n\nThis virtual event will take place on the Zoom platfo rm. Your access link will be emailed to you the day before the event after 12 p.m. \n\n\n\nThis sessions will be recorded available to registrants a fter the live event. \n\n\n\nCaptioning is provided automatically through Zoom. For information on requesting CART\, ASL\, or another accommodation\ , please visit our Registration Policies page. \n\n\n\nTo learn more abou t events\, registration\, and payment\, visit our Event & Registration FAQ page.  \n\n\n\nWe offer partial scholarships for all of our educational workshops. Visit our Scholarships page for more information. \n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEllen Christine is a nonprofit strategist and fundraising strategist who helps small to m id-size nonprofits diversify funding\, build meaningful donor partnerships \, and create stronger\, more sustainable fundraising systems. With more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and fundraising\, sh e has helped organizations raise over $1 billion to expand mission impact.   \n\n\n\n\nHer work began on the ground in South Africa\, where she foun ded a grassroots nonprofit that served 15\,000 students and mobilized hu ndreds of volunteers. That experience shaped her practical\, relationship -centered approach to fundraising\, leadership\, and organizational growth . None of it started with theory. It started in the trenches.  \n\n\n\n Today\, Ellen is known for making major donor fundraising feel more human\ , strategic\, and accessible to leaders who may not have large developmen t teams or formal fundraising training. She believes that for nonprofits to truly thrive\, their leaders must thrive too\, and she brings both str ategy and heart to helping leaders build joy-filled\, sustainable approach es to fundraising and growth. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T002521Z URL:https://minnesotanonprofits.org/event/building-and-cultivating-major-d onors-for-small-to-mid-size-nonprofits-series-2026?utm_source=caldiscovery &utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Council of Nonprofits X-SOURCE-URL:https://minnesotanonprofits.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260917T002636Z UID:10004469-1789603200-1789948799@www.bloomingtonmn.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Arboretum’s Auxiliary is proud to present the sixth-annu al Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch! Over the course of four days\, 6\,200+ s tunning handmade glass pumpkins along with unique fall glass decor\, whims ical garden and fun Halloween glass art will be displayed and sold in a ne w spacious location — the Farm at the Arb. Your purchase supports the Ar boretum and each of the 11 award-winning glass artists from across the U .S. Cash\, check and credit card are accepted for purchases. \nGlass Pumpk in Patch Hours\nSeptember 17: 4:30 – 7:30p.m.\nSeptember 18-19: 9:30a.m. – 4p.m.\nSeptember 20: 10a.m. – 3p.m. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002636Z LOCATION:University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 1447 White Oak Dr\, Chaska\, MN 55318\, USA\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/arboretum-glass-pump kin-patch/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis -mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Bloomington MN Travel & Tourism - Mall of America Hotels X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Excelsior Apple Days DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260921T045959Z DTSTAMP:20260914T182124Z UID:10005200-1789689600-1789948799@www.minnesotaparent.com CATEGORIES:arts,community,drink,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Experience Excelsior Apple Days – a cherished lakeside festi val that unites our community\, art\, local flavors\, and a classic street dance. Since 1935\, this event has delighted fans with a day packed full of activities like craft booths\, a kids corner\, food vendors\, history t ours\, Apple Pie contests\, live entertainment from local talents and reno wned bands\, and a lively beer and wine garden at the heart of it all! Don ’t miss out on this lakeside extravaganza! Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information. \nhttps://www.excelsiorlakeminnetonkacham ber.com/apple-day-2/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T182124Z LOCATION:Water Street\, Excelsior\, Water Street\, Excelsior\, MN\, 55331\ , US URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/event/excelsior-apple-days-2/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Parent X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/things-to-do-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SeptOberfest's Opening Weekend! DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260921T045959Z DTSTAMP:20260916T002211Z UID:10010913-1789689600-1789948799@www.minnesotaparent.com CATEGORIES:community,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:🍂🎉 SEPTOBERFEST OPENING WEEKEND 🎉🍂\nPresented by t he Wabasha-Kellogg Area Community Foundation\n📅 September 18–20 \nFal l officially kicks off in the Wabasha-Kellogg area\, and we’re starting SeptOberfest with an entire weekend of food\, festivals\, live music\, loc al art\, bingo\, football and plenty of reasons to get out and explore! 🍁 \n🍂 FRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 18 \n🦅 4 PM | Taste of Wabasha\n📍 Nat ional Eagle Center \n🍕 5 PM | New York-Style Pizza by the Slice Special \n📍 The Lost Dutchman \n🎟️ 6 PM | Meat Raffles\n📍 BJ’s Bar & Grill in Theilman\n📍 VFW in Wabasha \n🍁 SATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 19 \n ☕🧘 9 AM | Old Legion Coffee Co. Food Truck & Yoga\n📍 Heritage Park \n–> PLUS starting at 10 AM at Heritage Park: Kid games\, Ride on anima ls presented by HBC\, Playdough and coloring table\, Pumpkin decorating pr esented by Iron Bridge Studio\, Face Painting\, Salad Spinner Craft\, DJ D arius\, National Eagle Center Mascot & the Giggle Givers presented by Amer icInn of Wabasha \n🌭🎶 1 PM | Wabasha Rotary Club Brat Sale + Call It Karma LIVE\n📍 Heritage Park \n🎨 1 & 3 PM | Pottery Demonstrations\n 📍 Local World Gallery \nB-I-N-G-O! 1 PM | American Legion Auxiliary Bin go\n📍 VFW \n🎶 3 PM | LIVE Music\n📍 Reads Landing Brewing Co. \n 🎤 7 PM | Karaoke\n📍 VFW \n🎶 7 PM | Cori Kennedy LIVE\n📍 WideSp ot Performing Arts Center\nCatch The Voice Season 28 artist Cori Kennedy a s part of a special fundraising evening at the WideSpot! \n🎶 8 PM | Sat urday Night LIVE Music\n📍 BJ’s Bar & Grill in Theilman \n🍂 SUNDAY\ , SEPTEMBER 20 \n🍳 9 AM | Sunday Breakfast Buffet\n📍 The Lost Dutchm an \n🍁⛪ 9 AM | St. Felix Fall Festival\n📍 St. Felix School \n🏈 12 PM | MINNESOTA VIKINGS WATCH PARTIES!\nCatch the game around the area a t the VFW\, Sippi’s Pub & Grub\, Reads Landing Brewing Co.\, Pioneer Clu b and more! 💜💛 \n🎶 2 PM | Dan Lerum LIVE on the Patio\n📍 Pione er Club \n🍁 THIS is how we welcome fall in the Wabasha-Kellogg Area! \n Spend the weekend exploring our river towns\, checking out the fall displa ys\, shopping local\, grabbing a bite to eat\, enjoying live entertainment and taking in those beautiful Mississippi River views. \nWhether you come for one event or make a whole weekend of it\, SeptOberfest Opening Weeken d is your invitation to experience fall in the Wabasha-Kellogg area! 🧡 \nA special thank you to our SeptOberfest Opening Weekend Presenting Partn er\, Wabasha-Kellogg Area Community Foundation\, for helping us kick off a nother beautiful fall season! \n#SeptOberfest #WabashaKellogg #FallInWabas ha LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T002211Z LOCATION:Wabasha-Kellogg Chamber of Commerce & Convention Visitors Bureau\ , Wabasha-Kellogg Chamber of Commerce & Convention Visitors Bureau URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/event/septoberfests-opening-weekend/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Parent X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/things-to-do-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Raqs and Reset: A Weekend of Bellydance and Balance DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260920T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T063123Z UID:10028681-1789729200-1789902000@dancemn.org CATEGORIES:community,dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable weekend of dance\, artistry\, wel lness\, and community featuring legendary educators **Tamalyn Dallal and C assandra Shore**\, both celebrating more than 50 years in dance. \nInterna tionally acclaimed dancer\, teacher\, author\, and founding Bellydance Sup erstars member **Tamalyn Dallal** has performed and taught in more than 40 countries. Influential performer and educator **Cassandra Shore** brings decades of artistry\, technique\, choreography\, and mentorship. \nExperie nce **DanceMeditation™** with New Orleans-based dancer and educator **Kr yss Statho**\, a somatic practice exploring breath\, intuition\, and free movement. Illinois-based educator **Erin Mariele** will teach material fro m Zoe Jakes’ **DanceCraft: Key of Diamonds**. \n**RAQS & RESET is more t han dance—it’s connection\, healing\, and community.** \n**100% of net proceeds benefit the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.** LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T063123Z URL:https://dancemn.org/event/raqs-and-reset-a-weekend-of-bellydance-and-b alance/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:DanceMN X-SOURCE-URL:https://dancemn.org/ongoing-classes//cdn-cgi/l/email-protecti on/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Veg Week 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260917T003110Z UID:990000213-1789776000-1790553599@caa.mn CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Veg Week is a chance to explore a plant-based life. Get a disc ount at local veg-friendly businesses! \nGet started with a pledge to go e ither vegetarian or vegan for one week. \nTake the Veg Pledge here! \nTher e’s an event for everyone\, and you may want to join us throughout the w eek! \nHere’s what you get when you sign up: \n\nA discount of 10% or mo re at participating veg-friendly businesses\n\nWhen you sign up\, we’ll email you a Veg Week Rewards Card. You can use this card to receive a disc ount at a visit to awesome local plant-based businesses (limit one use per business). \nDaily Support for Your Pledge\nTo make it fun and easy for y ou to stick to your pledge\, we’ll be sending you an email every day wit h motivating tips on vegan nutrition\, meal planning\, dining out\, and a daily challenge. Plus\, you’ll get to hear inspiring stories about the a nimals you’re helping with your pledge. \nTwin Cities Veg Week Events \n \nSunday\, September 20\, 10am-4pm — Twin Cities Veg Fest (Harriet Islan d Park\, St. Paul) — no RSVP needed\, open to all\nWednesday\, September 23\, 6:30pm-8pm — Writing for Animals (online via Zoom) — learn to wr ite\, pitch\, and publish op-eds for animals\, taught by Julie Knopp. Join here.\nFriday\, September 25\, 6:30pm-8pm — Dine-Out and Action Party a t Dreamstate Cafe — RSVP on Ticketbud\nSaturday\, September 26\, 9am-1:3 0pm — Farmaste Work Day — RSVP on Ticketbud\nSunday\, September 27\, 1 0am-12pm — Veg Week Brunch at J. Selby’s (St. Paul) — RSVP on Ticket Bud.\nSunday\, September 27\, 1pm-4pm — Workday at Chicken Run Rescue (R oseville)— RSVP on TicketBud.\n\nFeel free to reach out to us @ info@exp loreveg.org if you have any questions\, or would like to connect. We’re always happy to offer support or information! LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T003110Z URL:https://caa.mn/event/twin-cities-veg-week-2026/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Compassionate Action for Animals X-SOURCE-URL:https://caa.mn/volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering Groups DTSTART:20260920T140000Z DTEND:20260920T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T183749Z UID:10009441-1789894800-1789898400@whchurch.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:In Gathering Groups\, you can engage the weekly Kingdom messag e of Woodland Hills\, discover new ways to live in God’s love\, and do i t alongside the Woodland Hills community. \nFor our onsite Sunday groups\, we’ll gather at Woodland before the service as a larger group\, and the n break off into groups of six or fewer to go deeper. We’ll talk about t he meaning of last Sunday’s sermon\, how it impacts our lives\, and even how we can pray for each other. \n\nSign up for a Gathering Group at whch urch.org/gathering-group-sign-up LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T183749Z URL:https://whchurch.org/event/sunday-gathering-groups/2026-09-20/?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Woodland Hills Church X-SOURCE-URL:https://whchurch.org/get-involved/arts/makerspace-tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cutting Buckthorn at the Sanctuary DTSTART:20260920T140000Z DTEND:20260920T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T062357Z UID:10014612-1789894800-1789902000@www.minneapolisparks.org CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Description Join our conservation team of volunteers to cut bu ckthorn outside the Sanctuary’s west fence! \nDate: September 20\, 9am \ nLocation: Meet at the visitors shelter near the east entrance\, next to t he Peace Garden parking lot.\nLook for signs along Bossen Lane to the pull site\, from the west gate\, near the small parking lot across the road. P arking passes are available if needed. \nSupplies: Wear gloves and eye pro tection. Bring drinking water and a lopper and/or pruner if you can. \nEve nt Host: Friend of Roberts Bird Sanctuary \nSend questions to contact@frie ndsofroberts.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T062357Z LOCATION:Roberts Bird Sanctuary\, 4124 Roseway Rd\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 554 09\, United States URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/cutting-buckthorn-at-t he-sanctuary-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minnea polis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/recreatio n_centers_program_facilities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Neighborhood Trash Clean-Up DTSTART:20260920T144500Z DTEND:20260920T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260725T053503Z UID:2obnr6bd46igharq18402jn7r4@google.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly trash clean-up!Sign up using this link !Whittier Alliance Office10 E 25th St\, Minneapolis\, MN 554049:45a-10a Pa stries + Coffee10a-11a Trash Pick-UpIf you have any questions\, please em ail Jesus (jesus@whittieralliance.org). LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T053503Z LOCATION:Whittier Alliance\, 10 E 25th St\, Minneapolis\, MN 55404\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:WA Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.whittieralliance.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Echo: High School Reverb DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T161000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T183749Z UID:10012104-1789898400-1789902600@whchurch.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Reverb happens once a month on Sunday mornings. It’s an oppo rtunity for High School Echo students to gather for worship and student-le d learning. \nLearn more about Echo at whchurch.org/echo! LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T183749Z URL:https://whchurch.org/event/echo-reverb/2026-09-20/?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Woodland Hills Church X-SOURCE-URL:https://whchurch.org/get-involved/arts/makerspace-tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Echo: Middle School Sunday Gathering DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T161000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T063416Z UID:10011691-1789898400-1789902600@whchurch.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Hey middle schoolers\, join us for our weekly Sunday Gathering s! \nThis is open to any students currently in 6th\, 7th\, or 8th grade. W e’ll stay in the main service for worship\, then head to North C togethe r. We hope to see you! \nLearn more about Echo at whchurch.org/echo! LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T063416Z URL:https://whchurch.org/event/echo-middle-school-sunday-gathering/2026-09 -20/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Woodland Hills Church X-SOURCE-URL:https://whchurch.org/get-involved/arts/makerspace-tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Online Service: 10am DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260909T003440Z UID:10012130-1789898400-1789902900@whchurch.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Join us for our worship services streamed live! \n\nWorship to gether\nBe encouraged and challenged through the message\nVideos for kids at whchurch.org/kids\nIndividual reflection topics and group study guides at whchurch.org/sermons\nConfidential\, private prayer sessions after the service at whchurch.org/sunday-prayer\n\nJust go to whchurch.org/live! \nW e hope you join us this Sunday! LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T003440Z URL:https://whchurch.org/event/online-service-10am/2026-09-20/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Woodland Hills Church X-SOURCE-URL:https://whchurch.org/get-involved/arts/makerspace-tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:In-Person Service: 10am DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260909T003440Z UID:10012135-1789898400-1789902900@whchurch.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Join us for our worship services in-person\, every Sunday at 1 0am! \nParents with kids in Heroes Gate\, we ask that you let us know by f illing out the form to pre-check in your kiddos at whchurch.org/HG-pre-che ck(opens in new tab). \nWe hope to see you on Sunday! LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T003440Z URL:https://whchurch.org/event/in-person-service-10am/2026-09-20/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Woodland Hills Church X-SOURCE-URL:https://whchurch.org/get-involved/arts/makerspace-tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wee Farm Sunday Stroll DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T120116Z UID:6837@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Need a fall farm fix? Sundays are for slowing down and meeting the animals: Grizzly the horse\, Luna the goat\, Hamela & Maggie the pigs \, chickens\, donkey\, and more barn inhabitants. Learn a little about the history of Wee Farm. April 12- October 2026\, 10-11am or 1-2pm. Suggested $10 donation/person helps to care for the animals.\nMore information\n\n Event link: WEE Farm events LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T120116Z LOCATION:WEE Farm\, 4562 McColl Dr\, Savage\, MN\, 55378\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/wee-farm-sunday-stroll/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brand Farms Fall Fun DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T003526Z UID:6702@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Brand Farms welcomes pickers this weekend with a full lineup o f fall activities! Here's what you can enjoy down on the farm including se veral free activities. There is no admission charge to enter the farm. Act ivities and u-pick produce available weekends\, 10am-6pm. Open Thursday & Friday of MEA Weekend.\n\n\n Pick-your-own apples and pumpkins - 1/2 peck (5 lbs) $20\, 1 peck (10 lbs) $35\n Apple Cannon - $5 per bucket of appl es\n Scenic hayrides around the farm - $4 per person / $8 per household\n Giant jumping pads & hamster wheel rollers - free!\n Corn shed & straw bale mountain - free!\n Photo spots & food trucks LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T003526Z LOCATION:Brand Farms Store & Barn\, 18605 Biscayne Avenue West\, Farmingto n\, MN\, 55024\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/brand-farms-fall-fun-sun/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Joyer Adventure Farm Fall Fun DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T003526Z UID:6707@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center is home to the busy Joyer Adventu re Farm\, a family-friendly educational barnyard open during retail hours. A visit to the barnyard to meet the animals is included with admission to the Joyer Adventure Farm. Plan to spend approximately an hour exploring t he barnyard when you visit and consider a few quarters for the feed dispen sers. The barnyard contains a wide range of farm animals including sheep\, chickens\, donkeys\, alpaca\, horses\, peacocks\, pygmy goats\, pigs and other poultry to interact with.\n\n[caption id="attachment_35405" align="a ligncenter" width="600"] Waldoch Farm[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T003526Z LOCATION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center\, 8174 Lake Drive\, Lino Lakes\, MN \, 55014\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/joyer-adventure-farm-fall-f un-sun/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Como Town Open DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T003526Z UID:6021@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Como Town is an amusement park located adjacent to the wonderf ul Como Park Zoo & Conservatory in St Paul. The lineup of rides and attrac tions is aimed at the 12-and-under set and includes attractions such as a junior rollercoaster\, the exciting Soaring Eagle zip line\, classic swing s\, kiddie cars\, spinning teacups and a big splash zone. You can choose t o purchase points for the individual attractions or opt for an all-inclusi ve wristband.\n\n[caption id="attachment_15013" align="aligncenter" width= "600"] Thumbs up for the Soaring Eagle[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T003526Z LOCATION:Como Town\, 1301 Midway Parkway\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55103\, Unite d States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/como-town-open-sun/?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Como Cookout (FREE) DTSTART:20260920T160000Z DTEND:20260920T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T000148Z UID:3367@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,food,free DESCRIPTION:Como Cookout is for neighbors\, University of Minnesota studen ts and staff and local partners to come together for a meal\, yard games\, bounce houses for kids and a resource fair. Free food served by Qdoba plu s cotton candy and ice cream. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T000148Z LOCATION:Van Cleve Park\, 901 15th Avenue Southeast\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 55414\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minneapolis-van-cleve-park- events/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bancroft Neighborhood Potluck DTSTART:20260920T170000Z DTEND:20260920T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T213722Z UID:37oag08v04qq7hij44b2op9hmo_R20260607T170000@google.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Find the latest details on the Instagram or Facebook page! LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213722Z LOCATION:Bancroft Meadows\, 4100 Bloomington Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN 55407\ , USA X-SOURCE-NAME:Bancroft Community Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bancroftneighborhood.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Edina Car Show DTSTART:20260920T170000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T120116Z UID:6836@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:The Edina Car Show displays rare\, exotic and luxury cars from across Minnesota for guests to gawk at\, plus live entertainment\, shoppi ng deals around the 50th & France district and food and beverage booths. A dmission is free.\nMore information\n\n Event link: Edina Car Show LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T120116Z LOCATION:50th & France\, 50th & France\, Edina\, MN\, 55425\, United State s URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/edina-car-show/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Penn Fest (FREE) DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:2516@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,dance,festival,food,free,music,sports DESCRIPTION:Penn Fest is a special day in Richfield\, when Penn Avenue is closed from 62nd to 76th Streets to motorized traffic and replaced it with foot traffic\, bicyclists and skateboarders. Visitors explore the avenue filled with music\, dance\, sports\, games\, crafters\, artisans\, kids ac tivities\, Pet Zone\, delicious food\, small business marketplace\, commun ity groups\, school groups and more. You never quite know what you'll find at Penn Fest because it's a day of discovery for people of all ages. Penn Fest is FREE to attend with no admission fee. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Penn Fest\, Richfield Penn Avenue\, Richfield\, MN\, 55423\, Unit ed States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/penn-fest/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Whittier Solidarity Network Organizer Meeting DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260725T053503Z UID:22jc3lm3bc7cb7hnu94393kvug@google.com CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T053503Z LOCATION:Whittier Alliance\, 10 E 25th St\, Minneapolis\, MN 55404\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:WA Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.whittieralliance.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Prime Timers Dominoes DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T061429Z UID:10000890-1789909200-1789920000@qlibrary.org CATEGORIES:community,gaming DESCRIPTION:Join the Prime Timers for an afternoon of dominoes. Feel free to bring a snack to share and your dominoes set\, though not required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T061429Z URL:https://qlibrary.org/event/prime-timers-dominoes-5-2/2026-09-20/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Quatrefoil Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.qlibrary.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Story Arts of Minnesota 2026 Annual Membership Meeting DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T052450Z UID:10000707-1789909200-1789916400@amsstory.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:SAM’s annual membership meeting is open to all current\, pas t\, and prospective members. Come to learn what programs and events SAM is engaged in now\, and what dreams and ideas are germinating but need more volunteer energy to sprout and flourish. Bring your own ideas for fruitful action to advance SAM’s dual mission of promoting the art of storytelli ng and developing and supporting storytellers. \nOne important agenda item at every annual meeting is the election of new Board members. We encourag e anyone interested in promoting storytelling to apply to join the Board.   We especially need people with website and social media skills. LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T052450Z LOCATION:AMSS\, 1762 Hennepin Ave South\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, Unite d States URL:https://amsstory.com/event/sam-2026-annual-meeting/?utm_source=caldisc overy&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:American School of Storytelling X-SOURCE-URL:https://americanschoolofstorytelling.com/events/category/open -mic END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ACF Fall BBQ Fundraiser DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T001320Z UID:10013391-1789909200-1789923600@56brewing.com CATEGORIES:community,food DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Barrel Room to raise money for Culinary Arts Sc holarships.\nWe have live local music\, silent auction\, wonderful food co oked by local Minneapolis chapter American Culinary Federation chefs\, and of course a myriad of delicious beverages from 56 Brewing. Admission to t he event is free and open to all ages.\n\nBBQ Menu includes:\nRibs\nBriske t\nTurkey\nChicken\n+ a selection of sides\n+ more\n\n$25 / plate LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T001320Z URL:https://56brewing.com/event/acf-fall-bbq-fundraiser/?utm_source=caldis covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:56 Brewing X-SOURCE-URL:https://56brewing.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:For Those Without Homes 2026 Fundraiser DTSTART:20260920T190000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180235Z UID:10001522-1789912800-1789923600@www.myktis.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Come join us for an afternoon of good food\, great music\, and plenty of fun as we come together to support our homeless ministry. Enjoy games\, fellowship\, and a great time with friends and family—all while helping us continue making a difference in the lives of those in need. We hope you’ll join us\, have some fun\, and be part of something meaningf ul! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calendar\n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! Click one of the buttons below to add the event to your device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180235Z LOCATION:1584 hadley ave N\, 1584 Hadley ave N\, saint paul\, MN\, 55128\, United States URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/for-those-without-homes-2026-fundraiser/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:98.5 KTIS X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/serving-the-homeless-outreach-mi nneapolis-mn-2/2026-03-31 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:International Café DTSTART:20260920T190000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T060357Z UID:10009778-1789912800-1789923600@utepilsbrewing.com CATEGORIES:community,drink,free DESCRIPTION:Join Utepils Brewing for a language café/intercambio style ca sual multilingual hangout from 2pm - 5pm. \n  \nShow up to the Taproom an d scan the QR code to check out the INT'L CAFE website and grab FREE ticke ts to the event\, if you haven't already. \nNext\, \n\nPut on your languag e stickers ????\nGrab a beverage at the bar ????\nPick a language table ?? ??️\nIntroduce yourself ????\nHave a good time! ????\n\nThis event is FR EE to attend\, but donations are always welcome ???? LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T060357Z LOCATION:Utepils\, 225 Thomas Ave N\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United St ates URL:https://utepilsbrewing.com/events/international-cafe/2026-09-20/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Utepils Brewing X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.utepilsbrewing.com/taproom/upcoming-events-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Vessels Gathering DTSTART:20260920T230000Z DTEND:20260921T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T183128Z UID:10012114-1789927200-1789934400@whchurch.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:If you’re a young adult entering or settling into adulthood\ , join us for our Vessels Gatherings on Sunday evenings! \nWe’ll gather at Woodland (usually) to stay connected\, hear a message and worship toget her. \nEvery few weeks\, we’ll meet somewhere offsite for something fun. \nFor details\, be sure to check our social media accounts (Instagram/Fac ebook)\, or email Daniel at dchurchill@whchurch.org. LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T183128Z URL:https://whchurch.org/event/vessels-gathering-2/2026-09-20/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Woodland Hills Church X-SOURCE-URL:https://whchurch.org/get-involved/arts/makerspace-tour END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR