Get Out: Don Shelby and Skateboarding

When: Saturday, Aug. 20 from 1 to 3 p.m.

Where:  in Hopkins

Why Go: Legendary news anchor Don Shelby will do a reading from his book The Season Never Ends, will answer questions and sign books.

Price: Books will be available for purchase.

 

When: Friday, Aug. 19 from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Where:  in Hopkins

Why Go: A night of live music featuring rock’s greatest hits.

Price: $5 cover charge

 

When: Saturday, Aug. 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Glen Lake Business Community (, , etc.) in Minnetonka

Why Go: Kids can start the day out with a parade, head to the petting zoo, get their faces painted and enjoy live music. 

Price: Free

 

When: Saturday, Aug. 20 and Sunday, Aug. 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where:  in Golden Valley

Why Go: Scope out the 10th annual skateboarding competition for riders of all levels.

 

When: Sunday, Aug. 21 at 11 a.m.

Where: Lord Fletcher’s (3746 Sunset Drive, Spring Park)

Why Go: Help support Special Olympics Minnesota and cool off with a plunge into an ice cool pool.

Price: $35