From S’mores to Siamese: The Wholesome Twin Cities Weekend Lineup

Happy Tuesday, friends!

There are now over 5,000 of you reading the Scout every week. I'm so grateful you're here, and I hope the newsletter helps you feel plugged into the many tributaries of goodness that flow throughout the Twin Cities.

Speaking of being plugged in...

The Helping Hands Hub has been a huge success—thank you for your passion and ideas! Many of you have asked for more ways to give back and connect with fellow Scout readers.

So here’s an idea: What if the Scout helped bring together groups of readers to volunteer and make a real impact in our community—together?

P.S. Have a favorite organization or cause? Hit reply to let us know or write it in with your poll answer!

This week, gentle Willy (Great Dane/Great Pyrenees), playful Hoyt and Cher (Standard Poodle/Old English Sheepdog siblings), and dignified Mowgli (Siamese cat) are all hoping to find loving homes.

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Adopted an animal from this section? We’d love to know and even feature a picture of you and your new family member in a future issue. Say hi at pets(at)twincitiesscout(dot)com

Neighborhood Development Center helps local entrepreneurs build stronger communities. Volunteer and support PROMISE Act grant applicants as they complete their applications—no special tech skills required. Meet in person twice a month through November to help strengthen Minneapolis and St. Paul neighborhoods. Lend your expertise

Joy Collaborative creates 'Joy Rooms' for youth with life-limiting conditions. Volunteer as a Video Storyteller—capture and edit stories about these inspiring spaces and their recipients. Ages 16+; flexible 4-6 hour commitment. Join Joy's storytelling team

TreeHouse empowers teens with supportive programs and safe spaces. Volunteer as a Socialize Support Group Helper on Tuesday evenings (6:30–9 PM) in Minnetonka. Mentor teens, foster connections, and enjoy a free dinner while making a difference. Make a difference today

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Join us next week for the Scout’s first in-person gathering!

📍 Arbeiter Brewing Company, Minneapolis
📅 Wed, May 28, from 7–9pm

Come connect, play games, enjoy a food truck with tacos and sushi, and make new friends. Drop in anytime. Friends & pups welcome!

🆓 - free event admission
🐕 - dog-friendly (qualifiers like patio-only will be mentioned in the event description)

Embracing Fallibility: A Neon Exhibition by James Akers, Gallery 2213 🆓
Ongoing neon art celebrating human imperfection, can be viewed 11am - 6pm. Art details

Happy Hour Support Hangout, Broken Clock Brewing Coop 🆓 🐕
Unwind with others over locally brewed beer, whether you need advice, a listening ear, or just need to kick back. 4:30 - 5:30pm. Connect with others

Matt Hannah, Dock & Paddle (in Como Lakeside Pavillion) 🆓 🐕
Family-friendly live music by the lake, 6pm. Lake tunes

Artful Mending Series: Embellishing with Flowers, Dual Citizen Brewing 🆓 🐕
Mending workshop in the taproom at 6pm. Creative mending

Maple Grove Farmers Market, Church of the Open Door 🆓
Outdoor farmers market with fresh produce, 3pm. Shop local

Big Mike and the Time Machine, North Commons Community Center 🆓 🐕
Motown and 70’s concert in the park, 6pm. Live groove

DIY Toilet Repairs, Thorp Building
Learn basic plumbing in a beginner’s hands-on class from the Minnesota Tool Library (which, btw, is a community treasure). Starts at 6pm. Fix it fast

Sip & Swap, Fat Pants Brewing Co. 🆓
Bring your gently-used adult clothes, accessories, and shoes to swap with others at this fun and sustainable event hosted by Zero Waste MN, starts at 6pm. Full details

Sanctuary City, Theatre in the Round
Moving play about immigration and hope, 7:30pm. See play

Ramsey After Dark: Mental Illness & Victorian Mind, Alexander Ramsey House
Take a tour and learn about how an influential Saint Paul family handled mental health in the Victorian era, 7:30pm. Event info

Down on Curfew, Dock & Paddle (in Como Lakeside Pavillion) 🆓 🐕
Live outdoor music at Como Pavilion, 6pm. Enjoy show

Davina and The Vagabonds, Dakota Jazz Club
High-energy blues/roots from a local legend. Highly recommend booking table seats near the stage for a sensory experience for the ages. Starts at 7pm. Book beats

ComedySportz Improv Comedy, Strike Theater
Family-friendly improv matches, 7:30pm. Improv nights

Devin Gray / Russ Johnson / Mark Feldman, Berlin
Jazz trio performance, $15 at the door, 7:30pm. Jazz trio

S’mores on the Patio, Minneapolis Cider Co. 🆓 🐕
Enjoy some free s’mores. Just bring yourself (and a friend) and good stories. Dogs allowed on the patio. From 8-10pm. More info

Richfield Farmers Market, 6335 Portland Ave, Richfield, MN, 55423 🆓
Outdoor produce, food, live music & youth/active programs, 7am - 12pm. Fresh finds

Southwest Farmers Market, Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church 🆓
Shop local makers and produce. 8:30am - 1pm. Shop local

Tails & Trails: Dog Walk Meetup, Luce Line Brewing 🆓 🐕
Stroll with fellow dog lovers and their pets, then relax at the brewery with craft beer or coffee pop-up drinks, 10-11am. Full deets

Open Studio Saturdays, Northrup King Building 🆓
Visit art studios, galleries and boutiques. 12pm-4pm. Art walk

Adoption Event w/ Healing Hearts Rescue, Brühaven Craft Company 🆓
Go meet your newest family member at this meet-and-greet for adoptable doggos, from 12-2pm. Learn more

Edina Puzzle Exchange, Edina Library 🆓
Check out this free swap and walk away with new puzzles to add to your collection. If you bring puzzles to trade, they should be 250 pieces minimum. 1-2pm. More info

Fat Bodies Clothing Swap, Arbeiter Brewing Company 🆓 🐕
Inclusive plus-size swap by Back Pocket Vintage, coffee and food truck too, outside, 1-5pm. Swap & sip

Spring Wild Edibles Walk, Mississippi Gateway Regional Park
Learn to ID wild edible plants on this guided foraging hike, 1pm. Register by Thursday. Forage walk

Growing Vegetables in Containers, Washburn Library 🆓
Discover how to grow vegetables and food plants in containers with tips from Master Gardeners and UMN Extension experts. 2-3pm. Register for free

Minnesota Frost vs Ottawa Charge, Xcel Energy Center
Root for the Frost as they battle Ottawa in game 3 of the second round of the PWHL Finals. Puck drop at 4pm! Get your tix

Lake Country Jazz Collective, Dock & Paddle (in Como Lakeside Pavillion) 🆓 🐕
Live jazz at Como Pavilion, 7pm. Jazz picnic

Kingfield Farmers Market, Rev. Dr. MLK Park 🆓
Market with local growers and fun for families, 8:30am - 1pm. More info

Free Mat Pilates, Honour Coffee 🆓
Join Pilates for the People for a free session of Pilates. Bring your own mat. 9:30 - 10:15am. More deets

Family Fishing, Baker Park Reserve
Outdoor fishing class and family fun, gear provided for $6, 10am - 12pm. Bait & cast

River fishing for fun, Fort Snelling State Park 🆓
Family river fishing event. Everything included, 12 - 2pm. Register for free

Lego Buy, Sell & Trade, BlackStack Brewing 🆓
Taproom transforms into a mini Legoland block party! Free custom pieces, from 12pm - 4pm. LEGO day

Free Family Fun Day: Spear Throwing, Mississippi Gateway Regional Park 🆓
Learn ancient spear-throwing, all ages, 1pm. Try atlatl

Poranguí Live, Cedar Cultural Center
Experience the magic of Poranguí's one-man orchestra as he weaves together ancestral songs and indigenous rhythms from around the world, 7pm. Feel the rhythm

Memorial Day at the Fort, Historic Fort Snelling
Learn military history with music, film, and activities, 10am - 4pm. Event details

Family Canoeing, Baker Park Reserve
Learn canoeing basics and safety in family class, all gear included for $12, 10am - 12pm. Paddle on

Minnesota Frost vs Ottawa Charge, Xcel Energy Center
Cheer on the Frost as they take on Ottawa in Game 4 of the second round of the PWHL Finals. Only played if necessary. Puck drop at 4pm. Get tix

Bluedog, Lake Harriet Bandshell 🆓 🐕
Blues/Rock concert at the lakeside, 5:30pm. Groove lakeside

Break The Bubble, Wandering Leaf Brewing 🆓
Themed social event for making new friends, no pickup lines or elevator speeches allowed. 6-9pm. Meet folks

Sunset Yoga, Silverwood Park
Yoga outdoors, all levels, 6pm. Stretch outside

Mending 101, Curiosity Studio
Mending & repair basics workshop, beginners welcome, 6pm. Mend skills

The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976), Parkway Theater
Sci-fi classic in 35mm, David Bowie stars, 8pm. Movie tix