Know Thy Vegetables: Kale!
The first class in a series of hands-on cooking classes focused on more obscure vegetables. In this class learn all about kale, the leafy green vegetable that is a fall favorite.
Sept 26, 1-3pm
Mississippi Market, 1500 West 7th St, St Paul
$25/$23 (Non-members/members)

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Build-Your-Own Scarecrow
Just when we were thinking our fall garden was needing something to spice it up, Bachman goes and throws its family friendly annual scarecrow build. Just bring clothes to dress your scarecrow and Bachman's will take care of the rest.
Sept 26-27
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Whisker Whirl
Let the dogs out!  This annual fundraiser for the Animal Humane Society is an evening of canine camaraderie and great fun. Includes a sit-down dinner for you and your dog!
Sept 26, 5-9pm
Animal Humane Society, 845 Meadow Ln N, Golden Valley
For more info, visit or call 763-432-4842.

Urban Assault Ride
The biggest bike scavenger hunt series in the world comes to Minneapolis again this September!  The first team to hit all the checkpoints (and get through the obstacles at each checkpoint) wins a pair of New Belgium Brewing cruiser bikes and gets first access into the New Belgium beer tent.
Sept 27, 9am
Starts at Peace Coffee, 2801 21st Ave S, Minneapolis

Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
Celebrate the popular Asian family holiday by making your own moon lantern and watching lantern dances performed by the Hoang Anh dance group.
Sept 27, 4-6pm
Landmark Center, 75 W 5th St, St Paul
FREE

Putting Down Roots: Raingardens in Residential Settings
Learn what a raingarden is, how to build one, and why they are important for our rivers, lakes and wetlands.
Sept 30, 6:30-8:30pm
Mississippi Market, 1500 West 7th St, St Paul
FREE but pre-registration is required

Going Places: The Mystique of Mobility
Trace how mobility and transportation have shaped life in Minnesota for nearly 200 years, and reflect on ways to move transportation forward in the 21st century.
Ongoing, see website for hours
345 Kellogg Blvd W, St Paul
Don’t forget your coupon for a free admission with one paid admission