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Get Out: Bands, Bikes and Bugs

A weekly look at things to do over the weekend.

  • When: Friday, Aug. 5 from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
  • Where:  in Hopkins
  • Why Go: Get your weekend started with a high energy rock band performance.
  • Price: $5 cover charge

  • When: Saturday, Aug. 6 from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • Where: 16 Ninth Ave. S. (half a block south of the Mainstreet clock tower)
  • Why Go: Stock up fresh local produce for the week and check out the local artisan displays.
  • Price: Free

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  • When: Saturday, Aug. 6 starting at 7:30 a.m.
  • Where: 
  • Why Go: Whether you’re up for the ride or simply the sight, scope out the annual bike ride through the Lake Minnetonka communities. Distances vary from 17 to 100 miles.
  • Price: Free spectating; to ride Adults $45, Youth $25

  • When: Saturday, Aug. 6 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
  • Where: Lowry Nature Center (7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria)
  • Why Go: Head over to the Carver Park Reserve to explore the world of bugs. A naturalist will lead the insect safari to a variety of observation sites with a handful of catch and release activities.
  • Price: Free

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  • When: Saturday, Aug. 6 from 11:30 to 12:30 p.m.
  • Where:  in Richfield
  • Why Go: Minnesota Twin Denard Span will be making a player appearance.
  • Price: Free

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