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Lakeville Is Now Studying a Full Community Center

About three out of four survey-takers agree the city should have a community center—and say they'd use it. Top wish-list items: a walking track, indoor gyms, and fitness space.

Lakeville Liquors Is Up $110K in Profit—But a Federal Deadline Looms

Hemp-derived THC drinks and edibles are now about 6% of sales and on pace for $1.5 million this year—and it's the biggest reason profits are up. But a new federal law takes effect November 12 that could pull those products off the shelf entirely.

The 185th & Kenwood Roundabout Is the #1 Crash Spot in Dakota County

The double roundabout scores nearly 6x the level that signals a problem—and has been the worst crash location in the county every year since it opened in 2015. The county offered three fixes: improve the roundabout, add bypass lanes, or convert it back to a stoplight.

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Picnic in the Lavender (Farmington) Bring your date or your crew to the Lavender Barnyard at 4pm for a buffet dinner, desserts, and lavender picking in the fields, spots are limited and it always sells out. Reserve your spot.

Family Movie Night: Zootopia 2 (Eagan) A free outdoor screening at Viking Lakes at 6pm with doors open at 5, grab a spot on the lawn at the Residences Amenity Area. Bring the blankets.

Party on the Plaza (Burnsville) Burnsville's ultimate free summer celebration series returns to Nicollet Commons Park at 5pm with a full night of family-friendly fun. Join the party.

Pet Show and Contest (Lakeville) Bring your best furry friend to Steve Michaud Park for this Pan-O-Prog tradition, registration at 9am and judging at 10 with prizes in every category. Show off your pet.

Margarita's and a Medium (Burnsville) A live gallery-style psychic mediumship evening where a medium connects audience members with loved ones who've passed, margaritas included, at 7pm. See the unseen.

Community Garage Sale (Apple Valley) A free community-wide garage sale starting at 9am with coffee carts and dirty soda vendors on site throughout the morning. Find a deal.

Touch-A-Truck (Lakeville) Kids of all ages can climb into 15+ mighty machines and learn about them from the people who operate them, free with food trucks nearby starting at 1pm. Climb aboard.

BOHO Marketplace (Lakeville) A three-day Pan-O-Prog shopping event running 10am-4pm with free parking and a free trolley shuttle from downtown Lakeville, open Friday through Sunday. Shop the market.

Forged Spirits: Vodka (Eagan) An immersive cocktail experience at Viking Lakes at 6pm where you'll mix bold, vibrant vodka cocktails guided from start to finish. Mix it up.

Track Night at DCTC (Rosemount) A non-competitive, no-stress way to drive your own car on a real track at Dakota County Technical College starting at 3:30pm, free and open to nearly anyone who loves cars. Hit the track.

Eagan Lakefest (Eagan) A free afternoon at 3pm where you can learn fishing basics from shore, explore aquatic life, play games, and build water-themed craft projects. Cast a line.

Puzzle Contest at Trove Brewing (Burnsville) Build a team of up to 4 and race to complete a 500-piece puzzle at 6pm, prizes for the top finishers and craft beer to fuel the competition. Piece it together.

AV Concert Series: The Riverside Hitmen (Apple Valley) A free all-ages show inside Bogart's at 5:30pm as part of the Apple Valley Summer Concert Series. Rock out.

Budweiser Clydesdales at Pan-O-Prog (Lakeville) In honor of Budweiser's 150th anniversary, the world-famous Clydesdales are coming to Lakeville at 4pm, watch them unload and set up before their 8-horse hitch travels the parade route. See the Clydesdales.

Grand Parade (Lakeville) Join 20,000 spectators for Pan-O-Prog's crown jewel at 5pm, starting at Holyoke and 210th and heading north to Heritage Drive with the Budweiser Clydesdales leading the way. Line the route.

Summer Fest 90s vs 00s (Burnsville) A full day of nostalgia where two eras collide with iconic music, classic fashion, clean cars, and nonstop vibes starting at noon. Throw it back.

Waffle Breakfast by Lakeville Fire Dept (Lakeville) Belgian waffles, sausage, coffee and juice at Station 1 starting at 7am, plus photo ops with the fire truck and Sparky the mascot. Grab a waffle.

Build-Your-Own Burger Fundraiser (Farmington) A $20 build-your-own burger bar at Lighthouse from 5-9pm with fries and sundaes, all benefiting the Northfield Women's Center. Build a burger.

Marvellous Meandering at Lebanon Hills (Eagan) A free community hike at 9am through beautiful Lebanon Hills where you can meet the faces behind Marvellous Menagerie in their first-ever in-person event. Hit the trails.

Saturday Night Acoustics: Mark Mraz (Apple Valley) Your favorite piano hits from one legendary performer, free on the Bogart's patio at 6:30pm. Pull up a chair.

Belzer Stadium Inaugural Season Celebration (Lakeville) History in the making as Belzer Stadium opens for the first time with pre-game festivities at 4pm and the Lakeville Loonatics' first pitch against the Dundas Dukes at 6pm. Be there for history.

Music in the Trees at Treetop Trail (Apple Valley) Free live music surrounded by fresh air and unforgettable views at the Zoo's Treetop Trail at 2pm, one of the most unique concert settings around. Hear the music.

Chalk Art Exhibition (Lakeville) Watch chalk artists from all over create stunning drawings right on the streets of downtown Lakeville starting at 9am for Pan-O-Prog's final day. See the art.

Speed & Sizzle at DCTC (Rosemount) A free morning at Dakota County Technical College at 7am with the Gary Curtis Driving Experience, one of the most unique car events in the south metro. Rev it up.

Bingo & Blues: Ross William Perry Trio (Eagan) Bingo in the beer garden at Bald Man Brewing at 5pm followed by live blues from the Ross William Perry Trio, voted best bingo in the Twin Cities. Play and stay.