Art of Optiks’ new space on 50th and France. Photo courtesy Art of Optiks.
June 6: Art of Optiks Grand Opening: The luxury eyewear boutique in Wayzata is opening a second location on 50th and France and is showing customers around the store all day. A grand opening party will follow August 6. (9 a.m.-7 p.m., 4999 France Ave. S., Suite 140, Edina, 612-440-2020, artofoptiks.com)
June 7: The Organic Pharmacy Open House: Fusion LifeSpa is hosting an open house to introduce people to the Organic Pharmacy, an organic skincare and herbal supplement brand. Receive a complimentary chair massage or hand treatment, sample products, and get 20 percent off products. (1 p.m.-5 p.m. 18142 Minnetonka Blvd., Deephaven, facebook.com)
June 9: Artgaze: Illuminating Local Artisans: Celebrate local artists at a gala hosted by Free Arts Minnesota. The event will feature a silent and live auction, food and cocktails, performances by local youth, and the opportunity to meet the artists and artisans. (6:30 p.m., The Fountain Room at The Lumber Exchange, 10 Fifth St. S., Minneapolis, facebook.com)
June 10: Idun Turns Two: The St. Paul minimalist women’s boutique is having a second anniversary party with drinks from Solo Vino Wines, and clothes and accessories from several different designers. Use special discounts online and in-store. (3 p.m., 495 Selby Ave., St. Paul, facebook.com)
June 10-11: Polish to Abolish: My Sister and A La Mode Boutique and Nail Spa are partnering for an event to fight sex trafficking. Book appointments for manicures and pedicures, purchase feminist clothing items from My Sister, and stick around for giveaways and mini-workshops. Ten percent of proceeds will benefit Cornerstone to fight and prevent sex trafficking. (Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; A La Mode, 3928 W. 50th St., Edina; 755 Lake St., Wayzata, facebook.com)
June 10-13: Habitation’s Semi-Annual Showroom Sale: This weekend, the entire store will be 20 percent off and select items up to 50 percent off. Habitation is known for its modern, mid-century, contemporary, and post-industrial pieces, and all of its trademark styles will be part of the sale. (4317 Excelsior Blvd., St. Louis Park, habitationdesign.com)
June 11: Dress for Success June Clothing Sale: Shop discounted professional clothing while supporting Dress for Success Twin Cities, a local organization giving women the clothes and tools necessary to become economically independent and successful in the workplace. Clothing starts at $5 and all proceeds go to Dress for Success. (10 a.m.-5 p.m., 1549 University Ave., St. Paul, facebook.com)
June 11: B. Resale Anniversary Sale: The Minneapolis resale and recycled fashion store is celebrating its sixth birthday in style. DJs will perform, there will be an AK Collective Pop-Up, and everything in the store will be 30 percent off. (10 a.m.-7 p.m., 2613 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis, facebook.com)
June 11: Makers Together at Leather Works Minnesota: Local designers and photographers will share their experiences in creative businesses and provide insight and advice for social media, marketing, finding customers, and more. Breakfast and Spyhouse coffee will be provided. The cost to attend is $10 and registration is required via leatherworksminnesota.com. (10 a.m.-12 p.m., 308 E. Prince St., #246, St. Paul)
June 11: Immigrant Farmer Day at Mill City Farmers Market: Learn about the diverse farmers in the Twin Cities by discovering more than 50 kinds organic and sustainable foods that will be available for purchase. The market will also feature cooking demonstrations, a donation-based yoga class, live music, a mini-farm, and activities for kids. (8 a.m.-1 p.m., 704 S. Second St., Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org)
June 12: Minneapolis Craft Market at Harriet Brewing: Harriet Brewing will host an outdoor craft market every Sunday in June. Work by local artists and artisans will include jewelry, cosmetics, metalwork, ceramics, photography, and more. The Craft Market will continue each month at a different brewery. (12-6 p.m., 3036 Minnehaha Ave., Minneapolis, facebook.com)
