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Get Out This Weekend, Burnsville

The weekend is rapidly approaching and the summer days are gradually shortening. Patch recommends maximizing your seasonal activities with the following suggestions.

Learn new recipes using local produce, enjoy outdoor music in a beautiful setting, check out an outdoor art display and take the family to the park.

1.

When/Where: 6 p.m.  Friday; Valley Natural Foods

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Why Go: Create delicious dishes with flavorful local tomatoes.  Recipes such as Skillet-Seared Tomatoes with Gruyere, Slow-Roasted Cherry Tomato Bruschetta, Raw, Fresh Tomato Sauce, and Tomato Focaccia with fresh mozzarella.

Pricing: $38/non-members, $35/members

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2.

When/Where: 2 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. Saturday; Prince of Peace Lutheran Church

Why Go: Two buildings and 6 tents of bargains.  Everything you could possibly need or want.

Pricing: Free

3.

When/Where: 5 p.m. Sunday; Chart House, Lakeville

Why Go: Enjoy a cocktail and fine food on the outdoor patio serenaded by the music of Dizzy.

Price: No cover

4. 

When/Where: 1-5 p.m. Sunday; Eagan Art House

Why Go: A community art exhibit, outdoor Raku pottery firing, pottery sale, artist trading card station and more.

Pricing: Free admission

5.

When/Where: 2 p.m. Sunday; Lebanon Hills Regional Park, Eagan

Why Go: Learn about the amazing Monarch, Minnesota's state butterfly.

Pricing: $8

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