Melissa Walker
News Assistant
CalendarsA self-proclaimed "List Maker to the Stars," Melissa spends her days coordinating calendars, sorting through press releases and combing the internet for a variety of events for Twin Citians to occupy themselves in their free time for the Minnesota Star Tribune and Vita.mn entertainment calendars. In rare, spare moments, she writes stories and book reviews.
Latest from Melissa Walker
Welcome spring with cool hats and 8 other free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
Other events are a Wolves pregame pop-up, open mic for amateurs and exhibits celebrating flowers.
March 25, 2025
9 free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
It’s a week of music appreciation with concerts by Capital Brass, Jason Gray and Woven Voices.
March 17, 2025
9 free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
Celebrate Pi Day with puzzles and St. Patrick’s Day with parades and all things green, including beer.
March 10, 2025
9 free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
Learn useful tips from gardeners, get into a spring state of mind and celebrate women’s day.
March 3, 2025
9 free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
Laugh heartily midweek, view art and meet local authors.
February 24, 2025
Tickets go on sale this week for Samantha Bee, Halsey and Alessia Cara
Other shows include Sturgill Simpson, Dark Star Orchestra and “Cocomelon.”
February 18, 2025
9 free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
Take the family for a symphonic concert, winter fest and Black History Month programming.
February 17, 2025
Tickets go on sale this week for My Morning Jacket, Def Leppard and Little River Band
Other shows include Minnesota Tango Festival, Paris Chansons and Bloc Party.
February 12, 2025
9 free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
Laugh heartily midweek, view art and meet local authors.
February 24, 2025
Tickets go on sale this week for Samantha Bee, Halsey and Alessia Cara
Other shows include Sturgill Simpson, Dark Star Orchestra and “Cocomelon.”
February 18, 2025
9 free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
Take the family for a symphonic concert, winter fest and Black History Month programming.
February 17, 2025
Tickets go on sale this week for My Morning Jacket, Def Leppard and Little River Band
Other shows include Minnesota Tango Festival, Paris Chansons and Bloc Party.
February 12, 2025