Shopping Guide: September 5-11

Sales, style and shopping events at Twin Cities retailers

Beginning September 6: Pharmacie end-of-summer sale: With everything on sale from bags to sofas to outdoor furniture, there is something for everyone at Pharmacie’s end of season sale. Get a special sneak peak at the new fall collection as well, featuring machine inspired home accents, handmade soaps, and concrete furnishings. (2743 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis, pharmaciempls.com)

September 6: Back to School event at Golden Rule Collective: The Golden Rule Collective is celebrating the return of fall with free coffee from Coffee Cart Minneapolis and 20 percent off all shoes and apparel all morning. (9:30-11:30 a.m., 350 Water St., Excelsior, facebook.com)

September 8: Mama’s Happy Artisan Market: During their September Occasional Shop weekend, join Mama’s Happy as they open the “back 40” of the Lyndale Creamery to 50 artists, live musicians and food vendors to get into the fall spirit. (7888 County Rd. 6, Independence, facebook.com)

Through September 8: The Switch Bi-Annual Sale at Showroom: Showroom will be individually marking down prices on spring and summer items to make room for new fall styles. (615 W. Lake St., Minneapolis, 612-345-7391, showroommpls.com)

September 8-11: SALT. Optics Trunk Show at InVision Distinctive Eyewear: SALT’s premium, handcrafted eyeglasses will be featured at each of InVision’s four metro locations. SALT’s timeless pieces draw inspiration from the natural surroundings of their California headquarters. (Thursday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., 11300 Wayzata Blvd. Minnetonka; Friday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., 867 Grand Ave., St. Paul; Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., 3340 Galleria, Edina; Sunday, 12 p.m.-4 p.m., 219 N. Second St., Minneapolis)

September 8: Bouchard Design Co. belt line launches: Join Bouchard Design Co.’s owners and designers for an evening of Spanish wine tasting and small bites as they showcase their fall collection. New pieces include antique and handmade elements from around the world, tying together cultural significance, personal style and a vintage flair. (5-8 p.m., 3406 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis, facebook.com)

September 8-10: Marchesa Trunk Show at Annika Bridal: Annika Bridal Boutique will be hosting a trunk show featuring Marchesa’s signature laces, embroidered details, and romantic silhouettes. Book an appointment to see Marchesa’s stunning collection. (3940 W. 50th St., Edina, annikabridal.com)

September 9-11: Poppy’s Anniversary Sale: Poppy’s is celebrating its fifth anniversary in a big way. Take 20 percent off everything at both stores, and a pop-up store on Grand Avenue. Chowgirls Killer Catering will be bringing their signature flavors in the form of small bites and cocktails, fresh from their first cookbook set to launch in October. (Friday, 6 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., 251 Snelling Ave. S., St. Paul; 867 Grand Ave., St. Paul; 4301 Upton Ave. S., Minneapolis, poppytogsandclogs.com)

September 10: The Bra Event at Flirt Boutique: Flirt Boutique is partnering with the Domestic Abuse Legal Advocacy Center to provide new and gently used underwear to victims and survivors of domestic abuse. Bring your donations of gently used or new bras and receive 10 percent off your purchase of new underwear from Flirt. (2-4 p.m., 177 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul, facebook.com)

September 10: Blooma’s Bellyrama: The seventh annual Bellyrama at the Lake Harriet bandshell features free yoga sessions for the whole family, local vendors, a live DJ, face painting, local vendors, food, and much more. Bring the family and a mat to this free event, rain or shine. (9 a.m.-12 p.m., 4135 W. Lake Harriet Pkwy, Minneapolis, facebook.com)

September 10: Red Wing Heritage Women’s Launch Party at Hazel & Rose: Hazel & Rose has partnered with Red Wing Heritage to celebrate the brand new women’s collection. Also featured will be new fall collections from Hackwith Design House and Winsome Goods, along with snacks, drinks, and more. (12-4 p.m., 945 Braodway St. NE. Ste. 220, Minneapolis, facebook.com)

September 10-11: Behind the Brands at Martin Patrick 3: Complete with cocktails and light bites, this Liberty Fairs Experience event gives customers the chance to discover new and familiar brands (Red Wing Heritage and Herschel Supply Co.) and meet the designers and creators. (212 Third Ave. N. Ste. 106, Minneapolis, facebook.com)