Swanson Homes’ 2017 Artisan Home is featured in this weekend’s Swanson Homes chef event
by Jahna Peloquin (photo: Courtesy Parade of Homes)
The week’s top sales, shopping, and style events in the Twin Cities:
Globe Trotter Estate Sale: Interior designer and Omforme owner Carter Averbeck hosts a unique estate sale that features a rare, globally sourced collection of designer clothing and accessories, antiques, and modern furnishings. Shop gently worn clothing and accessories by brands including Gucci, Versace, Ann Demeulemeester, Givenchy, Manolo Blahnik, Comme des Garçons, and more, plus more than 100 pairs of designer shoes and sunglasses and hand-embroidered silk saris. Furniture includes antiques ranging from the 18th century to today, with highlights including an 18th century French wardrobe and a 19th century Demi-Lune table. Thursday, June 22 and Friday, June 23 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, June 24 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. in Wayzata (full address available on Wednesday, June 21 at 12 a.m. at estatesales.org/sale/1208259)
Peddler: A Night Market on the Mississippi: Minneapolis Craft Market and Frank & Ernest Markets are partnering with the historic St. Paul event space, City House, for a weekly night market every Thursday in June. Shop handmade clothing, jewelry, home goods, prints, cards, packaged foods, and more from a curated selection of more than a dozen Minnesota makers, and enjoy craft food and drinks from Red River Kitchen along with local farmers and food makers. Thursday, June 22 from 4-9 p.m. @ Red River Kitchen – City House, 258 Mill St., St. Paul; view event page for a full list of makers
La Petite Parfumerie Reopens in Wayzata: Since months since closing its store at Southdale, luxury fragrance boutique La Petite Parfumerie has announced its return. The locally owned retailer, known for its high-end collection of perfume and candles from elite labels, will open in the space previously occupied by Paper + Cloth boutique in Wayzata. Open June 23 @ 755 Lake St. E., Wayzata, 952-475-2212, lapetiteparfumerie.com
Max’s Semi-Annual Sale: Receive discounts of 30 to 80 percent on a large assortment of items during the boutique’s semi-annual sale, including fine and contemporary jewelry, home and gift, and artisanal chocolate collections. June 23-July 8 @ Max’s, 3826 Grand Way, St. Louis Park, 952-922-8364, stylebymax.com
Swanson Artisan Home Chef Event: Swanson Homes is hosting a chef event at one of its 2017 Artisan Homes. The free event features chef Terry John Zila, who will be creating a variety of appetizers and desserts, and complimentary wine and beer, plus a tour of Swanson Homes’ 2017 Artisan Home. Friday, June 23 from 5-8 p.m. @ 6495 Hawks Pointe Ln., Victoria; click here for event link
A Culture of Pots Exhibition Reception: In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour, the Weisman Art Museum hosts an opening reception for its new pottery exhibit, A Culture of Pots: The 25th Anniversary of the St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour. The exhibition features art by a dozen potters along with works by guest potters who have contributed to the event over the past 25 years. Friday, June 23 from 6-8 p.m. @ Weisman Art Museum, 333 E. River Pkwy., Minneapolis, 612-625-9494; RSVP at wam.umn.edu/calendar/a-culture-of-pots. Exhibition runs through September 10.
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. In partnership with Minneapolis Craft Market, the market features handcrafted goods include jewelry, clothing, home decor, pet gear, woodwork from 20 makers. Sunday, June 24 from 9 a.m.-noon @ Settergren of Linden Hills, 2813 43rd St. W., Minneapolis; view event page for a full list of makers
American Rose Society Rose Show 2017: Shakespeare’s England: Twin Cities rose growers will display their best blooms during this annual show hosted by the Twin Cities Rose Club. This year’s show takes a Shakespearean, British theme, with Old Garden roses, floribunda, grandiflora, hybrid teas, shrub roses, and more. Saturday, June 24 from 1-6 p.m. and Sunday, June 25 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. @ Bachman’s, 6010 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis, twincitiesrose.org
Mill City Farmer’s Market: Mill City’s weekly farmer’s market has moved outdoors for the season. Shop for goods from more than 120 farmers, florist, food artisans, restaurants, and makers. This week’s featured makers include Crookedwood, ArtAndes, Hat Make, Jeanne Beatrice Market Bags, npwoodworks, Made by Liz P, Spring Finn & Co., and Worker B.To learn more about this year’s home goods makers at the market, read Jahna Peloquin’s post on the Home Dish blog. Saturday, June 24 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Mill City Museum, 704 S. Second St., Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Bean + Ro and Callahan Framing Company Grand Opening: Custom custom gift and stationery boutique Bean + Ro has moved from its longtime home on Excelsior Boulevard to 45th and France in Edina. The new space will featured an expanded selection of apparel, home, and gift items, as well as goods from its stationery shop, The Paper Soirée, and Bean + Ro’s custom framing services will now be handled by Callahan Framing Company, whose second location will share an entrance with the store. The grand opening includes snacks, refreshments, and discounts. Sunday, June 25 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. @ 4528 France Ave. S., Edina, 952-303-3411, beanandro.com, callahanframing.com
