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🔁 Things to do in Lakeville Feb 3rd - Feb 10th

🔁 Things to do in Lakeville Feb 3rd - Feb 10th

See what's happening in Lakeville, MN

Brady Greenbush
February 03, 2025

Good morning, Lakeville. This is the Lakeville Loop, we’re in for six more weeks of winter and whether you’re embracing the chilly season or eagerly awaiting warmer days, now’s the time to cozy up.

In today’s Loop:

Lakeville’s Newest Bakery 🧁
Whats Happenin’ 🛍️
City Council News ⚖️

— Brady Greenbush

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👩‍🍳 Bakery Spotlight

Kyiv Cakes, one of Lakeville’s newest bakeries, specializes in beautifully crafted cakes and desserts made with high-quality ingredients.

From custom wedding cakes to everyday pastries, they offer a variety of treats that are both delicious and artfully designed.

Known for their attention to detail and excellent customer service, Kyiv Cakes also caters to dietary needs with gluten-free and allergy-friendly options.

Whether you’re celebrating a big event or just treating yourself, Kyiv Cakes is the go-to spot for exceptional baked goods.

Must try: Any of the Danishes
Price range: $-$$
Location: 17697 Kenwood Trail
Hours: Open Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat & Sun 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

What’s Happenin’

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Tuesday

🏒 Wild Watch Party: Join us for the Wild Watch Party on Tuesday, February 4th at Apple Valley American Legion with KFAN's Zach Halverson! 🎉 Don't miss the fun!

Wednesday

💝 Galentines at Board and Batten: Come to Board and Batten for a fun-filled evening of shopping, permanent jewelry, treats, sips, and a free gift with purchase! Join us from 4 PM to 7 PM.

🎤 Blues & Brews: Don’t miss a night of blues magic hosted by Joe Flip, as he brings his signature energy to the stage alongside Erin McCawley’s powerhouse Harrison Street Band for an unforgettable soulful collaboration! Get tickets.

Thursday

🎤 JAM! Open Mic Night: Join us for Jam at The Grand/Open Mic, a monthly community music event held on the first Thursday of each month, where musicians of all levels and styles come together to perform and connect in Northfield’s best music venue, The Grand Event Center of Northfield!

🚚 On The Hook Fish and Chips Food Truck: Stop by Menards (6055 150th St W) from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM for the BEST Wild Alaskan Cod Fish & Chips in the Midwest!

📽️ 16th Film Noir Festival: Join us for a screening of Fritz Lang's 1937 classic You Only Live Once (86m) at the Heights Theater! Starring Henry Fonda and Sylvia Sidney, the film follows Eddie (Fonda), an ex-con sentenced to death for a crime he didn’t commit. On the run with his wife, Joan (Sidney), Eddie channels his anger at an unsuspecting public in this shocking indictment of American hypocrisy. Don’t miss it! Get tickets.

Friday

🎭️ One-Acts Festival: Join us for a captivating Student-Directed One-Act Festival featuring Adelyn Frost’s whimsical Alice in Wonderland, Jackson Steele’s gripping Machinal, and Summer Field’s hilarious The Actor’s Nightmare on Friday, February 7th, and Saturday, February 8th, at 7 PM! Get tickets.

Saturday

💝 Galentines at Threads: Join Threads for an afternoon of fun with Sweet Sparrow’s permanent jewelry and charm bar, P.ink Tattoos doing on-site tattoos, Little Toffee Co.’s delicious treats, Fusion Bouzion’s handcrafted cocktail mixes, and Omni’s wine sampling – all while celebrating with your favorite gals! This is from 10 AM to 2 PM.

🧊 Youth Ice Fishing Contest: Youth ages 2-13 are invited to the 25th Annual Youth Ice Fishing Contest at Casperson Park, where they can cast their lines through pre-drilled holes, bring their own gear and bait, and compete for prizes at this free and fun event! More info.

🍻 Beer & Cupcake Pairing: Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind Beer & Cupcake Pairing, featuring three cupcakes from Cream of Cakes perfectly matched with three five-ounce pours of Angry Inch Brewing craft beers – perfect to enjoy solo or share with someone special! Secure your spot.

🔨 Fused Glass Serving Platter: Learn to create your own fused glass food-safe charcuterie/serving platter and condiment dishes! Choose from special COE glass, hand-cut and designed by you in a collaborative artisan environment. These make perfect gifts and are a fun way to spend time with friends and family. Items will be fused in the artist's studio and ready for pick-up a week later. Secure your spot.

🥞 Breakfast at the Zoo: Start your winter morning with PJs and pancakes at the Minnesota Zoo! From 8:30 to 10 a.m., enjoy a build-your-own pancake bar with delicious toppings like butter, maple syrup, fresh berries, fruit preserves, candied pecans, and whipped cream, plus sausage links, scrambled eggs, crispy breakfast potatoes, orange juice, and hot coffee! Get tickets.

🐶 Safe Hands Rescue Meet & Greet: Meet and Greet Events with Safe Hands Rescue are back! 🐾 Enjoy puppy playtime, meet adorable furry friends, and learn about pet-safe lawn and garden products during this fun-filled event! Come down to Bachman’s at 11 AM.

💝 Galentines at Arise Nicolette Coffee: Join us for a Galentine's Sip & Shop at Arise Coffee in Burnsville from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, featuring delicious drinks, local vendors, permanent jewelry, Botox, paper goods, sweet treats, and more – plus a chance to win prizes from each vendor just for attending!

Sunday

🎨 Mandala Stone Art Class: Join us for a Mandala Stone Art Painting Class at Windy Willow Farm Adventures on Sunday afternoon, from 1:30 to 3:30 pm! Choose from 4-inch round or heart-shaped stones in this special pre-Valentine's class. No painting experience needed—just bring your creative spirit! You’ll learn simple dotting techniques to create beautiful, meditative mandala designs. This class is perfect for adults, though kids ages 10 and up are welcome. Register by emailing: [email protected]

🎣 New Market Sportsman Ice Fishing Contest: Join us for the New Market Sportsman Club's annual Ice Fishing Contest at McMahon Lake! 🎣 Raffle tickets are just $5 each and available on the ice, with bait generously donated by Ace Hardware Prior Lake. Don’t miss the fun and your chance to reel in some big ones—see you there!

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City Council ⚖️

Here is what’s on tonights city council meeting agenda, you can attend the meeting in person at Lakeville City Hall, 20195 Holyoke Avenue, or you can participate in person, join via Teams (Meeting ID: 233 404 537 029), or call in (1-323-433-2142; Conference ID: 660 796 843#).

Presentations: Updates from the Metropolitan Mosquito Control and the Police Department.
Consent Agenda: Approval of meeting minutes, property agreements, plans for the 2025 Street Reconstruction Project, and updates to the Fire Relief Association bylaws.
Action Items:
- Public hearing for Taqueria Los Compadres' liquor license application.
- Public hearing on a utility easement vacation and plans for the Antlers Ridge 2nd Addition.

Live Music

Friday

Mystic Lake | Nikki Glaser | 8 PM
Babe’s | The Whiskies | 9 PM

Saturday

Sunday

Toy Box Saloon | Chad Johnson | 2 PM
First Avenue | 070 Shake | 7 PM

Weather This Week

As of Sun, Feb 2nd at 7 PM.

Mon 3rd 26°/0° Snow showers 🌨️ | 💧 50%

Tue 4th 14°/9° Cloudy ☁️ | 💧 10%

Wed 5th 28°/8° Snow showers 🌨️ | 💧 50%

Thu 6th 14°/0° Partly cloudy ☁️ | 💧 0%

Fri 7th 21°/13° Mostly cloudy ☁️ | 💧 10%

Sat 8th 25°/3° Snow showers 🌨️ | 💧 50%

Sun 9th 19°/3° Mostly sunny ☀️ | 💧10%

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