Brie and Brews
What: Cheese & Beer Pairing Class
When: April 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Forgotten Star Brewing Co., 38 Northern Stacks Drive, Fridley
Learn all about how to pair cheese with craft brews during this course. Plus, you can sample some for yourself—tickets include a flight of six cheeses and six beers for $40.
Spring Florals
What: Floral Workshop
When: April 16, 6 p.m.
Where: Westin Galleria Edina, 3201 Galleria, Edina
Want to create the perfect centerpiece for Easter brunch, or some freshly blooming decor to liven up your space? Head to this workshop to learn about the art of selecting and arranging seasonal blooms from The Petal Floral Design. Enjoy a refreshing beverage and light bites as you work on your masterpiece.
Courtesy of The Petal Floral Design
Refresh and Rejuvenate
What: Yoga in the Gardens
When: April 17, 6-7 p.m.
Where: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska
Get into the spring spirit with yoga at the Arboretum. This Happy Feet Hatha class will be taught by Amy Dirksen with Green Lotus Yoga, and tickets also include admission to the Arb.
A Historic Egg Hunt
What: Easter Egg Hunt
When: April 19, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: James J. Hill House, 240 Summit Ave., St. Paul
Grab the kids and hop over to the historic James J. Hill House for this annual egg hunt, which will be offered in three sessions: 9:30-11 a.m., noon-1 p.m., and 2:30-4 p.m. Other family-friendly activities will include a monarch butterfly scavenger hunt, story time, and more. (Check out our roundup of Easter weekend festivities for more ways to celebrate.)
Courtesy of Minnesota Historical Society
A Window to the Past
What: Millers’ Tour
When: April 19, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Where: Mill City Museum, 704 S. Second St., Minneapolis
Take a guided tour of the Washburn A Mill Complex, a National Historic Landmark and home of the Mill City Museum, to learn about how the flour mill operated and the people who worked there. This 60-minute tour includes access to several hidden nooks and crannies, plus museum admission.
An Evening With a Local Legend
What: Cornbread Harris
When: April 19, 7-9 p.m.
Where: American School of Storytelling, 1762 Hennepin Ave. S., Minneapolis
At 97 years old, the legendary Cornbread Harris has embodied the spirit of the Twin Cities’ blues and jazz scenes for over 70 years, paving the way for the “Minneapolis Sound.” The American School of Storytelling will host Harris for an unforgettable performance to kick off its forthcoming music series.
Courtesy of James Napoli
