by Jahna Peloquin (Image: Courtesy Chef Camp)
The week’s top shopping events and Memorial Day weekend sales in the Twin Cities:
Bachman’s Spring Outdoor Shade Container Workshop: Learn about the best plants for shaded areas and create your own shade-ideal plant container for your outdoor patio or deck at this workshop led by a Bachman’s design expert. Ticket includes all materials ($50 for one container, $100 for two). Thursday, May 23 from 6-8 p.m. @ Bachman’s, 6010 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis, 612-861-7600; register at bachmans.com
Planning a Basement Remodel: Learn how to design and plan your basement redesign while learning about the latest trends, features, and products during this free informational session hosted by Castle Building & Remodeling. All attendees receive a certificate for $100 remodeling design and planning services. Thursday, May 23 at 6 p.m. @ Castle Building & Remodeling’s Northeast Minneapolis design studio, 2600 Johnson St. NE., Minneapolis, register @ 612-789-8509 or castlebri.com
Chef Camp at Wilson & Willy’s: In anticipation of Chef Camp‘s summer retreat at Lake Superior in September, Minneapolis retailer shop Wilson & Willy’s is hosting a three-part series of workshops to bring the Northwoods experience to the North Loop. The series kicks off with a class on cast iron restoration and care led by Chef Camp instructor Nick Zdon, and attendees will receive a cast iron care kit. Thursday, May 25 from 6-8 p.m. @ Wilson & Willy’s, 211 N. Washington Ave., Minneapolis, 612-315-2280; tickets are $20 via chefcampmn.com
Danish Teak Classics Memorial Day Weekend Sale: Save 10 to 50 percent on everything at the furniture company’s showroom, warehouse, and website, including vintage modern furniture, art glass, and ceraemic art. Plus, receive special offers on shipping during select days. Friday, May 26-Sunday, June 11 (closed Memorial Day) @ Danish Teak Classics Showroom, 1500 Jackson St. NE., Ste. 277, Minneapolis, 612-362-7870, danishteakclassics.com
Memorial Day Sales at Galleria: A handful of Galleria home stores are offering special deals over Memorial Day weekend. Offers include 15 percent off full-price housewares (not including furniture) at Crate & Barrel; 25 percent off all Company C rugs, pillows, and bedding at Scandia Down; and an additional 20 percent off clearance and sales throughout the store at Williams-Sonoma. Friday, May 26-Monday, May 29 @ Galleria, France Ave. S. & 69th St., Edina, 952-925-4321, www.galleriaedina.com
Memorial Day Sale at Golden Age Design: Take 20 percent off the entire shop’s curated collection of refurbished, mid-century modern furniture and vintage home goods. Friday, May 26-Sunday, May 28 @ Golden Age Design, 4157 W. Broadway Ave., Robbinsdale, 612-408-6896, goldenagedesign.com
Mill City Farmer’s Market: Mill City’s farmer’s market has moved outdoors for the season. Shop for goods from more than 120 farmers, florists, food artisans, restaurants, and makers at this weekly event. Saturday, May 27 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Mill City Museum, 704 S. Second St., Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Maker Days at Linden Hills Farmers’ Market: Shop for handmade goods from nearly 20 makers while stocking up on heirloom vegetables at this special maker’s edition of the Linden Hills Farmer’s Market. Held in partnership with Minneapolis Craft Market, this week’s featured makers include nest PURE handbags, Fair Anita fair-trade jewelry, Willow Tree Jewelry, and Naked Bear Naturals skincare. Sunday, May 28 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Linden Hills Park, 4201 Zenith Ave. S., Minneapolis; view event page
Traditions 30th Anniversary Sale: To celebrate 30 years of business, Traditions Classic Home Furnishings is offering 30 percent off storewide for the entire month of May. May 1-31 @ all Traditions locations; visit traditions.com for locations