1. Makers Night
A monthly opportunity for the craft community to work on projects in different surroundings. Museum admission is waived after 3 p.m. to get inspiration and view the current exhibit, "Leaving Your Mark: Stories in Wood." (6-8 p.m. Thu., American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Av. S., Mpls., asimn.org)
2. Game Night
Channel your inner real estate tycoon with a game of Monopoly or spell lengthy words for points in Scrabble. Guests also can sign up to play Mario Kart on an LED wall. (7-11 p.m. Wednesdays, 1333 Nicollet Mall, Mpls., roxyscabaret.com)
3. Art Wander
Paintings, prints and sculpture aren't limited to urban areas. This art tour on the edge of the big woods entices art lovers to view works from artists in Carver County. (1-6 p.m. Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. See website for locations. artwander.com)
4. Plymouth on Parade
All the best that the western suburb has to offer will be on display. The event even has its own hashtag (#plymouthonparade). Take social media-worthy pics of the fam watching the parade, participating in activities or taking bites from food truck options. (9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sat., parade route along Plymouth Boulevard and 34th Avenue, plymouthmn.gov)
