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🔁 St. Paddy’s Fun, March Madness & More – This Week in Lakeville

🔁 St. Paddy’s Fun, March Madness & More – This Week in Lakeville

Your Weekend Guide: St. Patrick's Parties, & More

Brady Greenbush
March 17, 2025

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In today’s Loop:

Trivia
March Madness brews
Comedy around the town

— Brady Greenbush

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Trivia

Lakeville’s Pan-O-Prog festival is short for what phrase?

What’s Happenin’

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Tuesday

☕ Gilmore Girls Night at The Better Half: Where you lead, I will follow... Attention all Lorelais, Rorys and especially Emilys! Step into Stars Hollow for a special evening filled with trivia, food specials, and prizes that would make even Mrs. Kim approve. Grab your gorilla masks and prepare for a night of witty banter and nostalgic fun—they’ll supply the coffee! The event also features Sweet Sparrow Permanent Jewelry for that perfect Luke's Diner accessory. Call 952-214-7402 for reservations.

Wednesday

🍀 Create on Canvas: St. Patrick’s Day Magic: Get ready to paint a lucky leprechaun, a vibrant rainbow, and a pot of gold in their March Create on Canvas class at Muddy Waters Studio! 🎨 This step-by-step class is perfect for young artists (ages 6-12), designed to boost creativity, confidence, and celebrate the luck of the Irish. No painting experience needed—just bring your imagination and they’ll provide the rest!

🎸 The Rival Residency at Bogart’s: Transform your Wednesday nights with the Rival Residency—the most fun you can have on a "school night"! Featuring two powerhouse lead vocalists and stellar harmonies, Rival 5 delivers the “Best of Rock with a Twist of 80’s Pop.” It's FREE to attend! Get tickets.

Thursday

🎸 HEART & SOUL: Step back into the '80s and '90s with an electrifying tribute to one of rock's most beloved bands! Mick Sterling presents an unforgettable evening celebrating Huey Lewis and The News at Brianno's Chart House. Get tickets.

Friday

🗽 Legacy on Ice: Welcome to New York! Experience the magic of the Big Apple right here in the south metro as skaters of all ages and abilities transport you to the heart of New York City through professional choreography and captivating performances. Join us for the 2025 Legacy on Ice Show at the Lakeville Hasse Arena and be swept away to the city that never sleeps! Get tickets.

🏀 March Madness Beer Bash: Dive into the excitement of the Men's NCAA Tournament with friends and fellow fans! Kick off the basketball action with complimentary domestic beer flowing from a full keg—absolutely free until the last drop is gone. Come over to Northern Taphouse!

🐠 Disney's Finding Nemo JR: Dive into an underwater adventure as Nemo's colorful world comes to life on stage! This delightful musical adaptation of the beloved Pixar film follows the journey of a curious young clownfish who longs to explore beyond his coral reef home. Get tickets.

Saturday

🏡 Lakeville Chamber Home, Landscape and Community Expo: Transform your living space with inspiration from over 120 local experts all under one roof! The 2025 Lakeville Chamber Expo at Lakeville North High School brings together the area's finest professionals in home improvement, landscaping, building, remodeling, windows, siding, flooring, painting, medical, retail and more.

🎭 Next Stop Comedy at Angry Inch Brewing: Prepare for an evening of non-stop laughter as Next Stop Comedy brings their hilarious showcase to Angry Inch Brewing! This rotating comedy experience features a fresh lineup of top stand-up talent every time, including performers you've seen on television and heard on your favorite podcasts. Grab your friends, settle in with a craft brew, and enjoy the perfect combination of exceptional comedy and local atmosphere.

🥍 Lakeville North Boys Lacrosse Spring Social: Let’s support our lacrosse community! Join us at Baldy’s Tailgate Bar from 1–3 PM for an afternoon of food, drinks, and fun. $20 at the door gets you free food and drinks, plus a chance to win cash raffles!

🖌️ Paint the Minnesota Loon: Spring is here, and the loons are returning to Minnesota’s lakes! Join artist Leslie Kolke at Muddy Waters Studio for a step-by-step paint-along at the next Minnesota Landscape Series, where you'll capture the beauty of our state bird against a serene, forested lake backdrop. Perfect for all skill levels, this guided class provides everything you need to create a stunning piece of artwork. No experience necessary—all supplies included! Secure your spot.

🥳 Urban Air Apple Valley Grand Opening: Join us for the ultimate day of adventure, giveaways, and family fun as we celebrate the Grand Opening of Urban Air Apple Valley! The first 200 Ultimate ticket holders to check-in on March 22nd will jump free for a year! (*Not valid with parent or promotional passes.) Plus, enter the Ultimate $2,500 Grand Opening Giveaway Raffle for a chance to win amazing prizes, including a Private Party for 20! Buy tickets.

🌸 March into Spring Craft and Gift Expo: Get ready for a spectacular day at the March into Spring Craft and Gift Expo! Enjoy FREE ADMISSION and shop from a variety of vendors and crafters offering unique and high-quality products, including handmade items, upcycled goods, art, baked goods, photography, direct sales, and more. Bring your friends and head down to Apple Valley Sports Arena for a fun day of shopping and exploring!

💐 Prom Prep Party at Bachman’s Bloom Bar: Calling all prom-goers! Grab your bestie (moms, dads, or favorite adults are welcome too!) and get ready for a prom prep party like no other! At Bachman’s Bloom Bar, you’ll learn how to DIY your own trendy petite prom bouquet—a fresh alternative to traditional corsages and boutonnieres. Create your own make-and-take bouquet featuring a beautiful wire design that’s perfect for prom night! Secure your spot.

Sunday

🏃‍♂️ LNHS Track & Field 3rd Annual Social & Silent Auction: Race over to support our local athletes at Lakeville North High School's Track & Field fundraising extravaganza! The popular Hurdle Ball competition returns for another exciting round, alongside a treasure trove of opportunities to win big at the silent auction, 50/50 raffles, gift card wall, and wine/liquor pull. Join us at Baldy’s!

🧵 Foundation Paper Piecing Workshop: Unlock the precision and creativity of Foundation Paper Piecing in this comprehensive three-hour class for quilting enthusiasts! Perfect for beginners and those looking to refine their paper piecing techniques, this hands-on workshop will equip you with everything you need to incorporate this valuable skill into your quilting repertoire. Reserve your spot.

😂 Clean Comedy Night at Title Boxing: Get ready for a night of feel-good laughs with comedian Calvin Jackson at Lakeville Title Boxing Club! Join us at 6:00 PM for a FREE comedy event that’s open to everyone. Bring your friends and family for a hilarious evening

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Weather This Week

As of Sun, Mar. 16th at 4 PM.

Mon 17th 61°/33° Partly cloudy ☁️ | 💧 10%

Tue 18th 53°/33° Partly cloudy ☁️ | 💧 20%

Wed 19th 40°/23° Rain & snow 🌧️ | 💧 40%

Thu 20th 43°/31° Partly cloudy ☁️ | 💧 5%

Fri 21st 39°/29° Cloudy ☁️ | 💧 10%

Sat 23rd 50°/34° Partly cloudy ☁️ | 💧 20%

Sun 24th 54°/34° Mostly cloudy ☁️ | 💧 10%

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