FUTURE EVENTS  (not all are listed, please send info. to LMSdance@gmail.com)

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Ballroom Dance Competitions:  see www.USADance.org​​​, others on Facebook or search online

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​​​SEPTEMBER

25 - In A Funk Band at Blmgtn. & Richfield Eagles 3208

26 - CANCELED due to problem with DJ music: VARIETY DANCE PARTY AND POTLUCK PICNIC, 1574 84th St., New Richmond, WI, only 15 mi. from Stillwater & Hudson, by Tom Reinke -  swingbeatnik@frontier.com, 715-497-2978.

26&27 - Minneapolis Tango Interlude, see mntangp.org

26-  DOWN THE ROAD BAND 3-7PM  in unique Ballroom & Gardens of Dave Beckman, 8239 Long Lk. Rd., Moundsview,612-242-4272, $15, beverages, food, snacks included.

26 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY MUSIC Party by CafeBailar.com at Duende, St. Louis Pk., 7:30p lesson Swango by Lois Donnay,  8:30-10:45p D.J. Lois

​27 -  LINE DANCE PARTY by Jodi Huberty at The Croix,5880 OMaha Av.N.,  3-5pm

27 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY MUSIC party w/Jerry O'Hagan Orchetsra at CinemaBallroom.com 6:15p Amer. tango lesson, 7-9:30 music

27 - ARGENTINE TANGO MILONGA with Rogue Tango Combo at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.  every fourth Sun., 6–9:30 p.m.

28 - DEADLINE to register for YouthBallroom Classes that start Oct. 3. See DancersStudio.com, St. Paul

28 - Jerry O'Hagan Orchestra at CinemaBallroom.com, St. Paul, 6:15p lesson, 7-9:30 music.

​28 - Lakeville, MN:  Court's in Session with Courtney Burton at Chart House, 6:30 - 8:30PM

30 - Ali Gray & Country Jamboree Band at The Croix, 5880 Omaha Av.N.,  W. of Stillwater, MN

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OCTOBER

01 - ​​ARG. TANGO MUSIC 1st  Thurs. at UrbanForageWinery&Cider, 3016 E Lake St, Mpls., by DRIFTLESS TANGO (Michael - guitar & Charles bandoneon, & guests), 9pm, $10. Wood floor, www.charlesgorczynski.com/news/2025/9/1/driftless-tango-series 

02 - RUSH CITY, MN:  Rush City FREE Dance Party, band Vinyl Revival (50s -70s music) 6-9pm Fri. at Churcher's Bowl Big Reception Room, 12270 

w. 3rd  St., drive straight N. on 35W 1 & 1/4 hr. from Twin Cities, hosts- Rick & Voni Cameron, dancers previously from Richfield, 612-202-7037. 

02 - VARIETY DANCE PARTY sponsored by German American Institute and USAdance-MN at GAI, 301 Summit, St. Paul, 7pm lesson, 8pm dancing, members $15 in adv., non-members $25 includes lesson, dance, one beer, wine, or soft drink.   https://www.gaimn.org/events/letsdance , tickets https://www.tickettailor.com/events/gai/2305240 

02 - LINE DANCE PARTY by Lynn Card at The Croix, 6:30-10pm, see DanceAndEntertainment.com

02 - COSTUME BALL - A Regency Costume Ball, Step into the world of Jane Austen  7–11 PM! Enjoy a red-carpet arrival, beg. English Country dancing, tea style snacks, non -alcoholic mocktails , photo opportunities. Regency inspired costumes are encouraged ,but not required.

03 - YOUTH BALLROOM CLASSES start. See DancersStudio.com, St. Paul.  Get on E-mail list!

03 - Blaine: Oktoberfest Concerts 3-5pm  Anti-Skip Protection, 5:30pm GB Leighton in Tom Ryan Park,  https://www.blainemn.gov/4026/Performance-in-the-Park

03 - Annual Member Dinner for Tapestry's members -.a meal, music, dancing.  see TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.

03 - Beasley's Big Band at SWING & LINDY HOP PARTY by TCSwing.com, 301 Main St. N.E., Mpls.,E. side of river,8:30p-12a

04 - MINNESOTA MADNESS DANCE EVENT in Mpls. Area by pros Scott Anderson & Nathan Daniels

04 - BALLROOM MUSIC Dance Party at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.: 7-9:30p Sara Kreps DJ, 6pm  Duayne Wincell teaches Cha Cha I

05 - DANCE TRIP to Mackinac Island at the Grand Hotel in  Oct. 5-8,$3,000+, airfare included.  Call: 612-363-8424  M-F 9am-5pm,  Email: Jeanie@jeanies-journeys.com, https://www.jeanies-journeys.com/2026mackinacisland 

05 - ​​Beasley's Big Band - Dinner & Dancing at Brianno's Chart House, 11287 Klamath Trail, Lakeville, 7 - 9PM

05 - CLASS -Body Actions in Swing 7pm. by guest pro Andrew Escolme at DancersStudio.com, St. Paul

5&6 - Coaching by Andrew Escolme at DancersStudio.com, St. Paul

07 - Ledfoot Larry Country Band at The Croix, se DanceAndEntertainment.com

07 - ARGENTINE TANGO CLASS at Del Sur Empanadas, Excelsior Blvd., Mtka. ,6:30-7:40pm, $25, see www.Tango.Dance,  nowgotango@gmail.com

8-11- Harvest Moon Ballroom Competition, Chicago, IL

09 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY at The Croix, 5880 Omaha Av.N., W. of Stillwater, 7pn cha cha lesson, 7-10p DJ Tricia's music

09 - Classic Big Band at Bloomington Ev. Ctr., https://classicbigband-nostalgics.com/ , dance lesson 6:45 - 7:20, music 7:30 - 10p

9-11 - Star of the North: English Country Dance Weekend,  Mpls., $145 until  Aug.2, TapestryFolkdance.org

10 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY MUSIC Party by CafeBailar.com at Duende, St. Louis Pk., 7:30p lesson, 8:30-10:45 DJ music

11 - SWING & LINDY HOP PARTY with Northstar Big Band at St. Mark's, 1950 Marshall Av., St. Paul, 7:30-10pm, 7pm swing lesson

11 - BALLROOM DANCE SHOW by USADance-Mn.org, 2pm at Eden Praire Ct.,near Van Maur store entrance inCenter Court, interm-adv. level dancers can perform, get permission from Yvonne Viehman at 763-245-7936 , yvonneviehman@gmail.com,

11 - FLASH MOB PERFORMANCE of a Hustle/Rumba fusion at Eden Prairie Center;  all levels can learn routine , rehearsals at TapestryFolkdance.org on WEd. nightd, then perform;  see USA Dance-MN.org members.

12 -  ARGENTINE TANGO PRACTICE at Indeed Brewing , 711 15th Ave NE, Mpls.7-10p, for all tango dancers / instructors from every school, not formal class, come to work on moves, experiment,, dance with new people,see www.Tango.Dance,  nowgotango@gmail.com, every Mon. except the first Mon.of the mo.: Oct.12, 19 26, Nov.9, 16, 23 ,30; Dec/ 14 & 21, $10 at door | QR code or cash | free parking; food and drinks available!

One request: If a true beginner joinswelcome them about classes in the Twin Cities rather than sending them home or trying to teach them on the spot.

17 - Pig’s Eye Landing Band Reunion Potluck & CONTRA DANCE PARTY at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.,6–7:15 p.m.

18 - LINE DANCE PARTY by Jodi Huberty at The Croix, see DanceAndEntertainment.com, 3-5pm

18 - BALLROOM MUSIC Party at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.: 7-9:30p Silver Linings, 6pm Duayne Wincell teaches Cha Cha II

23 - SWING PARTY -Dancing Under the Chandeliers Spooky Swing Night at St. Paul Hotel: West Wind Swing Band ,Costumes encouraged  Beginner Swing lesson 6:30pm (by Dancers Studio!), music & social dancing 7-9pm. Tickets: saintpaulhotel.com $25 ahead / $35 day of/at the door.

23 - The Percolators at Richfield VFW, 6-9 pm

23 - Hatsune Miku International Folk Dance Party at TapestryFolkdance.org,  7–10 PM

24 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY MUSIC Party by CafeBailar.com at Duende, St. Louis Pk., 7:30p lesson, 8:30-10:45 DJ music

25 - JONTHAN BALK , an avid dancer at Tapestry in Mpls. passed away in Aug.  Celebration of Life at 3 pm at Tapestry  with stories, singing, dancing, and a meal. Everyone is welcome. 

​26 - ​Court's in Session with Courtney Burton at Chart House, Lakeville6:30 - 8:30PM

27&28 - Coaching  by Martin Cawston at DancersStudio.com, St. Paul 

30 - BALLROOM MUSIC Halloween Party at DancersStudio .com, St. Pauil

31 - ARGENTINE TANGO COSTUME MILONGA  SHUSHETA  at Showtime, 2700 Lexington Av.N., Roseville; every 5th Sat., see mntango.org calendar

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NOVEMBER

01 - BALLROOM MUSIC Dance Party at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.: 7-9:30pNelly Sparkman DJ, & teaching Quickstep I

02 - ​​Beasley's Big Band - Dinner & Dancing at Brianno's Chart House, 11287 Klamath Trail, Lakeville, 7 - 9PM,Nov.  2,

4-9 - TRIP to Branson, MO with dancers, hosted by Tricia of DanceAndEntertainment.com

6-8 - INTERNATIONAL DANCE WEEKEND in Mpls. at TapestryFolkdance.org

8-18 - ARGENTINE TANGO IMMERSION, B.A. in BLUE:  learn tango & Buenos Aires culture, optional trip to Iguazu Falls, www.esqueladelabrazo.com, 54911-5059-8988

11 - Gus Sent Me Band at The Croix, see DanceAndEntertainment.com

​13 - Classic Big Band at Blmgtn. Ev. Ctr., https://classicbigband-nostalgics.com/ , dance lesson 6:45 - 7:20, music 7:30 - 10p

14 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY MUSIC Party by CafeBailar.com at Duende, St. Louis Pk., 7:30p lesson, 8:30-10:45 DJ music

15 - BALLROOM MUSIC Dance Party at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.: 7-9:30pJerry O' Combo, Paul Botes teaching Quickstep I

20 - GLITTER & GOLD GALA  at DancersStudio.com, St. Paul, live music by Graydon & The Petersons

20 - ARGENTINE TANGO  MILONGA SHUSHETA  at Time Out, 6001 Lyndale Av.S., Mpls., 7:30-10:30p, lesson at 7, BYOB & treats to share, live tango Northstar Tango Ensemble along with DJ Loisa, mntango.org or mndance.com.

21-23- ARGENTINE TANGO beginner camp in St. Paul  or Minnetonka, MN- see www.Tango.Dance, nowgotango@gmail.com

20 - Thistle & Rose: A Celtic-Balkan Fusion of Scottish and Balkan folk music and dance at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.​

28 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY MUSIC Party by CafeBailar.com at Duende, St. Louis Pk., 7:30p lesson, 8:30-10:45 DJ music

29 - BALLROOM MUSIC Dance Party at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.: 7-9:30p Hot Toddies, Paul Botes teaching Quickstep III

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DECEMBER

06 - BALLROOM MUSIC Dance Party at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.: 7-9:30p Jennelle Donnay DJ & teaches Carolina Shag I

​​07 - Beasley's Big Band - Dinner & Dancing at Brianno's Chart House, 11287 Klamath Trail, Lakeville, 7 - 9PM

11 - WEST COAST SWING Holiday Party by MWCSDC.com at Murzyn Hall

12 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY MUSIC Party by CafeBailar.com at Duende, St. Louis Pk., 7:30p lesson, 8:30-10:45 DJ music 

16 - Ali Gray and Country Jamboree Band at The Croix

18 - Classic Big Band for Holiday Dance Party at Blmgtn. Ev. Ctr., https://classicbigband-nostalgics.com/ , lesson 6:45- 7:20, music 7:30-10p

19 - A Kitschy Christmas Holiday Showcase at DancersStudio.com, St. Paul

20 - BALLROOM MUSIC Dance Party at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.: 7-9:30p Silver Linings, Jennelle Donnay teaches Carolina Shag II, Holiday Dance - dress to impress.

24 -- CHRISTMAS EVE

25 - CHRISTMAS DAY - Jesus Christ, God's Son, Our Savior, The Messiah Was Born

26 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY MUSIC Party by CafeBailar.com at Duende, St. Louis Pk., 7:30p lesson, 8:30-10:45 DJ music

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2027

JANUARY 14-17  SNOWBALL DANCE COMP in Mpls., MN.

FEBRUARY 27 - COUNTRY  DAY PARTY at Gigi Lounge, 322 N. First Av., Mpls. ,  3-8pm, order tickets at www fatsoma.com

APRIL 2-4 - USA Dance Nationals in Pittsburgh, PA.

JUNE 18-20 -Classic Car Show at Fairgrounds, with 1950's music,  www.msrabacktothe50's.com

JULY 9&10 - Lakefront Music Fest in Prior Lake, MN, details visit: www.lakefrontmusicfest.com.

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SUMMER OUTDOOR MUSIC​:

​​-occasional SWING/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY with a Band at Dave & Linda Beckman's Roofed Ballroom in very unique backyard, 8239 Long Lake Rd.​, Moundsview, $15, optional:  bring appetizers/ treats, beverage;  get schedule: bigdipper5@comcast.net or 612-242-4272

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​-occasional OUTDOOR VARIETY DANCE PARTY at pro Tom Larson’s, 634 Neal Av.N., W. Lakeland, N.E. Of St. Paul, park at green sign, lesson 7pm, dancing 8-10:30pm on hard floors, $15 (includes lesson & dance), $15 extra for a private floor, prof pest control. Optional: bring chair, snacks, beverages; 612-371-0300

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- maybe:  VARIETY DANCE PARTY AND POTLUCK PICNIC, 1574 84th St., New Richmond, WI, only 15 mi. from Stillwater & Hudson, RSVP to Tom Reinke -  swingbeatnik@frontier.com, 715-497-2978, 5pm open, 6pm eat dinner, provided:  pulled-pork sandwiches, munchies, ice cream treat, tableware, coffee/ tea/ water, gas grill. Bring beverage, a dish to pass, a chair, jacket, bug spray; deck floor & patio for dancing, DJ Skip all eve., campfire; NO PARKING ON LAWN, park by the barn, on edge of driveway, on street

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^ Anoka Riverfront Park,  Weds. 6-8pm, July Sun.,6-7:30p, 2201 2nd Av., bring chair, www.anokaminnesota.com/640/Music-in-the-Parks

^Apple Valley Kelley Pk.: 630-830p, 6855 Fortino, bring chair, dance on grass,www.cityofapplevalley.org/905/Music-in-Kelley-Park 

# Blaine: Thurs.? 10801 Town Sq. Dr. NE, Tues. in Aquatore Park, 6PM,  www.blainemn.gov/4026/Performance-in-the-Park

# Bloomington:  Tue., 7-8:30p  at Normandale Lk.; off 84th St., cement floor, bring chair,www.bloomingtonmn.gov/pr/arts-parks 

# Bloomington:  Thur, 6:30–9:30p at Normandale Lk.; off 84th St., cement floor, bring chair, food truck earlier, www.bloomingtonmn.gov/pr/arts-parks 

# Bloomington Civic Ctr. Plaza:  Weds. 5–8 p.m.,1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd., https://www.bloomingtonmn.gov/pr/arts-park ·

# Brooklyn Ctr.: Tues. occasionally in Centennial Pk, 6301 Shingle Crk Pkwy., bring chair, www.brooklyncentermn.gov/

# Brooklyn Pk.: Tues., Comm. Ctr. 7:00-8:30 pm

# Burnsville:   in Nicollet Commons Pk.,  burnsvillemn.gov/events

# Chanhassen:  6:30-8p, bring chair, parking, bathrooms, food truck, watercraft rentals, thru July 29?,  https://www.chanhassenmn.gov/departments/parks-recreation/community-events/summer-concert-series

^ Chaska:  in Fireman's Pk.: Wed. 6-8pm https://www.chaskamn.gov/817/Summer-Concert-Series

^ Circle Pines:  Thur.,7-8:30 PM, Golden Lake Park,  https://isd12.ce.eleyo.com/.../music-on-the-lake-it-s-golden

^ Columbia Hts.: Wed.  Huset Pk. 3965 Jefferson,Wed., 630-8pm, https://www.columbiaheightsmn.gov/community/music_in_the_park.php

# Coon Rapids: Thur., 7pm, CoonRapidsDam, 9750 Egret Blvd., bring chair, https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/calendar.aspx,  thru Aug. 5?

^ Corcoran, MN:  early June weekend, HennepinCountyFair.com     

^ Eagan: : most Weds., Bandshell,1501 Central Pkwy., https://cityofeagan.com/mf-music#augsept

^ Eden Prairie: www.edenprairie.org/community/events-calendar (Summer Arts and Entertainmnet flyer);  at  Staring Lake, 14800 Pioneer Tr., bring chair

# Edina: Centennial Lk.Gazebo, 7499 France Av.S.;  behind ramp,concrete & asphalt, bring cushion,  https://www.edinamn.gov

#  Edina Pinstripes: 6:30-9:30p on patio, dance space??, thru Aug. 27 .pinstripes.com/edina/..

#  Edina Art Fair - early June, music on 2 stages, see https://www.50thandfrance.com/art-fair-2/live-music-art-fair/

#  Excelsior Commons: some Weds. at 7pm on lakeshore, bring chair & sweater, first go S.E. to Adele's Frozen Custard Shop on Exc. Blvd., last one Aug. 25? https://www.excelsiorconcerts.com/2027-concert-lineup.html

# Forest Lake:  Tues., 6:30-8:30 in Lakeside Mem. Pk., www.cityofforestlake.com/192/Arts-in-the-Park, thru Aug. 25

- Fridley: 7-8PM, Fridley Civic Campus, lesson 6:15-6:45p, https://www.fridleymn.gov/.../2026-Summer-Concert-Series

# Golden Valley:   Brookview Pk: on Winnetka Av., 1/2 block  S. Of Hwy. 55; 7-8:30pm,dance on sidewalks, bring chair, water, www.goldenvalleymn.gov/454/Concerts-In-The-Park

​^ Harriet Island: June - Aug. by TapestryFolkdance.org

~ Hastings:  Thurs.& 3 other , June - early Sep., www.hastingsmn.gov/city-government/city-departments/parks-recreation/programs-events/levee-park-programs-and-events

# Hopkins: at Downtown Pk.:  Thur. 7-8pm at 40 9th Av.,cement, shaded, bring chair, toilets, parking lot, , (if rain, go to The Depot??);  https://www.hopkinsartscenter.com/263/The-Sunset-Series-outdoor-concerts, thru Aug. 19?

# Lake Mtka.:  6-9pm at Lord Fletcher's, 3746 Sunset Dr.,thru Labor Day, https://www.lordfletchers.com/events/

# Lakeville:  Weds., 6-6:45p then 6:45-8:30p, food trucks, bring chair, 952-985-4690,   https://www.lakevilleareaartscenter.com/1239/Live-at-the-Lake

# Maple Grove: Mon.&Wed.,7-9p 7991 Main St.,cement, bring chair,   https://www.maplegrovemn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/12914/Sounds-of-Summer-

- Marine On St. Croix:  Brookside Bar & Grill late May-early Oct.,  Sat. & Sun. 2 - 6pm , https://www.brooksidebarandgrill.com/events

- Mendota Hts.:  2nd & 4th Weds: 6-7:30 pm.at 720 Main St.NE, Dodd Rd & Hwy 110, https://mendotaheightsmn.gov/438/Music-in-the-Park

# Minnetonka:  Tues., 6:30p, behind City Hall, Mtka. Blvd. & Williston, www.minnetonkamn.gov/our-city/community-events/entertainment-in-the-park

# Mora, MN:  Thur., 6:30p in park

^ Mpls.Parks - https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/category/music-in-the-parks/

# OUTDOOR MUSIC IN MPLS.: https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/month/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=277

- Lk. Harriet:  Mon., 7:30-9p   concrete, benches in sun, concessions, toilets. 

~ New Brighton:   at Veteran’s Pk., 803 Old Hwy.8NW,   NewBrightonMN.gov, summer concert series

^ New Hope:  some Wed.,7-8:30pm, Civic Ctr.Pk:  4401 Xylon Av N, dance on grass or concrete, bring chair, check City of New Hope Event Calendar, 763-531-5151, Email: rec@newhopemn.gov

# North Branch: Tue,  7pm, 6pm food trucks late June thru late Aug..

# Osseo:  Tues., https://www.osseomn.gov/parks-and-recreation/page/music-and-movies-park Thru Aug. 11

# PINE CITY, MN:  GOOD BANDS at PINE COUNTY FAIR in event center (cement floor) and bandshell (grass & dirt) on fairgrounds, https://www.pinecountyfair.com/free-entertainment

# Richfield: 6:30-7:30p at Vet. Mem. Pk.,636 E. 66th St.,www.richfieldmn.gov/Entertainmentinthepark or  wwwFacebook.com/CityofRichfield

# Roseville Central Pk.: Thurs. & Sun., 6-7:30p bring chair,  www.cityofroseville.com/2472/Live-at-the-Rog, ​- Roseville:  6-7:30p  last one Aug.23 or 27,  https://www.cityofroseville.com/2472/Live-at-the-Rog

~​ Rush City: music in park on some Thur. nights 

- Shakopee Huber Pk.: June thru Aug. 14?, www.familyfuntwincities.com/.../shakopee-huber.../

~ Shoreview:  Weds., 7-8pm at The Commons, 4580 Victoria Street N., www.shoreviewmn.gov/our-city/~​ St. Louis Pk.  Park Tavern has music on patio 5:30-8p on Tue., Wed., Thur.,  (952) 929-6810

~ St. Paul Conservatory:  June & July 6-8pm, 1225 Estabrook Dr., bring picnic, chair, dance shoes; hotdogs, ice cream treats, beer/ wine for sale. 

#St. Paul Como Pavilion:  https://dockandpaddle.com

#St. Paul Harriet Island:  see TapestryFolkdance.org 

# St. Paul in Mears Park:  Thur. 6- 9:30 p.m., 221 5th St. E., food trucks, cement, bring a  chair;  https://www.lowertownsounds.com/schedul

#St. Paul Rice Pk.: Wed. www.landmarkcenter.org/event/summer-nights-in-rice/ 

~Victoria:  Charlsun Thur Bandshell, www.victoriamn.gov/.../commu.../live_by_the_lake.php

#Wayzata Cov Restaurant:  occasionally 5:30p  music on patio 

~ White Bear Lake: Thurs.  downtown in June & July, https://marketfestwbl.com/music

~ White Bear Lake area: Wed. & Sun.,  7VinesVineyard.com:   E. Of White Bear Lk. Off Hwy.96, dance on sidewalk

​​​NOT CONFIRMED YET: 

​- Lakeville has www.Pan-O-Prog summer fest

​- Mpls.:  AsterCafe patio

- Rochester, MN:  rochestermn.gov for downtown music; rochesterfest.com

- Shakopee: https://www.shakopeemn.gov

- St. Paul:  www.GrandOakOpry.com

- Stillwater: The Gasthaus,  P.D. Pappy's - pdpappysonline.com

- Wooodbury:  www.woodburylakes.com/social

- check all wineries

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