Friday, June 21
Don’t Forget the Milk
WHAT: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
WHERE: The Children’s Theatre Company, Minneapolis
WHEN: 7 p.m.
Based on the beloved children’s book by Laura Numeroff, this adaptation of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie is certain to be a hit with kids of all ages. Keep an ear out for giggles as chaos unfolds onstage along with a story that starts with just a cookie. Learn more at childrenstheatre.org
Friday, June 21
Chess Goes Life-Size
WHAT: The season finals of the Midwest Combat Chess League
WHERE: University Baptist Church, Mpls.
WHEN: 8 p.m.
Head to the final rounds of the Midwest Combat Chess League’s season to check out the most exciting chess game you’ll ever see. Played out by two top teams, the lifesize chess game require brains, brawn, and strategy, creating quite the show. Learn more at sixelementscompany.org.
Saturday, June 22
Family Fun
WHAT: The 36th Annual Summer Festival and Burwell House Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social
WHERE: Minnetonka Civic Center, Minnetonka
WHEN: 4 p.m.
With activities from a Tot Trot to an adult 8K race, face painting and fireworks, and indoor ice skating, this free festival is sure to be fun for the whole family. And don’t miss the Grammy Award-winning Okee Dokee Brothers on the Mainstage. Learn more at eminnetonka.com.
Saturday, June 22
Sounds of Summer
WHAT: 10 Thousand Sounds
WHERE: 8th St. and Hennepin Ave., Mpls.
WHEN: 4 p.m.
“Something for everyone” doesn’t even begin to describe the lineup at City Pages’ downtown summer music festival. The single-stage event features an eclectic mix of local artists, and with food trucks at the ready, it could be a perfect summer night. Learn more at citypages.com.
Sunday, June 23
Jammin’ in NE
WHAT: The Northeast Food Truck Jam
WHERE: 612 Brewery parking lot, Mpls.
WHEN: 12 p.m.
Party in the 612 at the 612 as food trucks shift from downtown to up-and-coming Northeast. This event features five local food trucks, four local bands, and six local beers. We love keeping it local in Minnesota. Learn more at nefoodtruckjam.eventbrite.com.
Sunday, June 23
Ready for a Challenge
WHAT: The Minneapolis Challenge
WHERE: Alley Sports Tavern, Mpls.
WHEN: 12:30 p.m.
If The Amazing Race intrigues you but you have no plans to take a worldwide trip, instead take a whirlwind one through Minneapolis. Taking part in what’s essentially an oversized scavenger hunt, you and your friends will race through the city, solving clues and exploring your hometown as you dash towards the finish line. Learn more at challengenation.com.
