Looking to get out into the community this weekend?
From a grand opening to a fundraiser, there's plenty to do when it comes to community and cultural meet-ups coming up in Minneapolis. Read on for a rundown.
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Picabash Grand Opening
From the event description:
Picabash is an online party directory with a social impact. We are dedicated to simplifying the party planning process by showcasing unique local vendors all on one site. Our mission is to create a supportive network to allow small businesses, women entrepreneurs, and diverse business owners in the Twin Cities to thrive. We focus on connecting customers to unique businesses around Twin Cities and providing customers with exclusive discounts to plan your next event. Stop by our grand opening (open house style) and shop the local vendors we partner with. Enter your name in a raffle for a chance to win party supplies, treats and more!
When: Saturday, May 18, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: SPACES, 121 N. Washington Ave.
Admission: Free
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A Celebration of the Life of Bill Gessner
From the event description:
All are invited to "the best ever" Celebration of the Life of Bill Gessner, our beloved friend who died January 14, 2019. The Celebration will be held on Saturday, May 18 from 4-10 pm at the InnerCity Tennis Center in Martin Luther King Jr. Park at the corner of 40th St and Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis. To assist with planning (we need to be sure we have enough chairs, etc. ), please RSVP. The celebration will include tennis and pin pong, so wear comfortable clothes. Bring tennis shoes and your racket or borrow one from the tennis center. Bill’s tennis coach will be on hand to support all players.
When: Saturday, May 18, 4-10 p.m.
Where: InnerCity Tennis Center, 4005 Nicollet Ave. South.
Admission: Free
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Subversive Siren's Dive-In Fundraiser
From the event description:
This year's IGLA championship is being held in New York City in honor of the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising. The Dive-in fundraiser is a fun evening that can be enjoyed either by bringing your suit and getting in the water with us, or staying dry on the deck of the pool!
When: Saturday, May 18, 5-7 p.m.
Where: Blaisdell YMCA, 3335 Blaisdell Ave..
Admission: Free (Donation); $10 (Adult Ticket - Sliding Scale); $10 (Child Ticket). More ticket options available.
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NAAAP MN presents AHM Food Crawl
From the event description:
Do you love food? Do you want to eat, chat and celebrate at your own pace? Maybe you've got kids and need a fun activity to bring them to (and tire them out)? Well, we have a full day of options for you to choose from! Now before you drool on yourself, there is more! Follow us on Facebook (@naaapmn) and Instagram (NAAAPMN) to watch our multi-part series show casing the story behind each business, the journey of each owner and how their heritage has influenced what they do today.
When: Sunday, May 19, 12-8 p.m.
Where: Uptown
Admission: Free
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