Darin Kamnetz
What: Minnesota Monthly‘s Rhythm & Brews
When: Sept. 30
Where: CHS Field, 360 N. Broadway St., St. Paul
Returning for its second year, this festival features live music and beverages to sample. Mae Simpson will headline this year’s concert in the home of the St. Paul Saints. Food will be available for purchase as well.
Honoring Non-Violence and Gandhi’s birthday
What: International Day of Non-Violence
When: 3-6 p.m. Oct. 1
Where: Dr. Dash Foundation Rotunda, Minnesota History Center, 345 W. Kellog Blvd., St. Paul
Mahatma Gandhi’s non-violence philosophy is celebrated by recognizing his Oct. 2 birthday with a free event highlighting dance by SAATH, jazz music by Jim ten Bensel and remarks by three nationally recognized author/speakers. Hosted by the India Association of Minnesota (IAM), the Minnesota Historical Society, the Dr. Dash Foundation and Twin Cities Nonviolent.
Church Basement Ladies
Does Your Basement Have … Lutherans??
What: “A Mighty Fortress Is Our Basement”
When: Through Nov. 12; and winter run from Jan. 4-Feb. 14
Where: The Ames Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville
The Church Basement Ladies are back with a revival of this fan-favorite production. The year is 1960, and small dramas lead to big laughs as Beverly gets her first pair of high heels for confirmation; Pastor announces his impending nuptials; Mrs. Snustad and Mrs. Gilmerson plan a food booth at the County Fair to raise money; and Mrs. Engelson embarks on a spontaneous driving lesson. Through it all, these “bulwarks never failing” stand strong in their faith and in their friendships.
Celebrating BIPOC Creatives
What: Black Fashion Week MN
When: Through Sept. 30
Where: Various locations across the Twin Cities
While Fashion Week Minnesota is taking a brief pause this season, Black Fashion Week MN is in full swing with its fall runway series, featuring five immersive events across the Twin Cities. Originally a part of the Twin Cities Black Film Festival, Black Fashion Week MN has grown into a powerful independent platform across its six years, creating a space that emboldens and celebrates black creatives within the community. Dress in your runway best and grab a seat at these upcoming fall shows, kicking off with the Cognac Fashion Show Experience at the Glasshouse Lounge, and rounding out with the Black Man Magic Fashion Show at The District Edina.
Art Crawl During Fall
What: Art Along the Lake: Fall Studio Tour
When: Through Oct. 1
Where: Cook County
Explore the fall colors both on the trees and in the art studios during this 10-day tour that includes 30 venues from artists’ home studios to popular galleries.
RenFest Weekends
What: Minnesota Renaissance Festival
When: Through Oct. 1
Where: 3525 145th St. W., Shakopee
Parking concerns have been resolved, so the popular Minnesota Renaissance Festival is back for another season of 16th century European village life entertainment, starting this weekend and running through Oct. 1.
