Happy weekend, Plymouth! In today’s happening-today edition: Minnesota debut for cooper's hawk, llamas at an alzheimer’s fundraiser, and sensory friendly play + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
New dining expansion ahead: Cooper's Hawk plans its Minnesota debut at Minnetonka's Ridgedale Center, seeking a liquor license for on-site pours and an off-sale wine shop, with a second location also planned in Woodbury -- see Cooper's Hawk plans.
Landmark office trade: Opus Group sold 3701 Wayzata Blvd near I-394 and The Shops at West End for $34 million, a 309,000-square-foot former Target campus 99 percent leased to Tactile Medical and Regis -- check the office sale.
Expanding the neighborhood hub: Life Time broke ground in Maple Grove on a flagship club beside its existing club, targeting a late 2027 opening, and plans to turn the facility into a community center -- see the clubhouse plans.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Straighten that slice: Eagle Lake Golf is the no-fuss driving range Plymouth folks actually use, whether you’re sneaking in practice between errands or coaxing the kids into a few swings. Expect friendly vibes, plenty of targets, and a quick-hit way to feel oddly proud of a bucket well spent.
Quick nature fix: When you need a low-effort reset, East Medicine Lake Park brings the beach, a solid playground, picnic grills and breezy lakeside trails. Pack a snack, let the kids burn energy, then wander the shoreline and call it today's workout.
Sushi with a show: Craving sizzle and sushi close to home? Kobe Japanese Restaurant in Plymouth nails the hibachi-table theatrics and backs it up with fresh nigiri and playful rolls like the Minnesota Roll. Their USDA Choice beef is hand-cut in house, so your hibachi fix hits tender, tasty, and weeknight-worthy.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🧘 International Yoga Day @ Hindu Society of Minnesota (Maple Grove) | Saturday (6/20) at 7:00 AM – International Yoga Day is greeting the morning with a calm yoga session and guided meditation, followed by light refreshments with the neighbors. Bring your own mat, and your best toe-touch optimism. Your hamstrings might complain, your inbox will wait, your brain will actually exhale.
🗑 Shredding Event @ J. Alan Financial (Maple Grove) | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Bring those ancient tax returns, expired warranties, and mystery mail, and let the shred truck sing. Toss in clothing for donation, then leave lighter, and caffeinated, because free coffee. It is spring cleaning with a soundtrack, and zero judgment.
👗 Summer Travel Styling Event @ Nordstrom Ridgedale (Minnetonka) | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Kick off the weekend at Nordstrom Ridgedale with a summer travel styling tune-up, the kind your carry-on has been begging for. Expect smart tips, current trends, and packable must-haves, plus a DJ and models for that vacation-before-the-vacation energy.
🧠 Alzheimer’s Awareness Fundraiser @ Rose Arbor (Maple Grove) | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – An Alzheimer’s Awareness fundraiser with classic fun and heart, think grill smoke, a bake sale, vendors, and a beer and wine garden. Dunk or pie a director, cheer raffle winners, play yard games, meet llamas Dill and Pickle, then grab a photo to prove it.
🧩 Sensory Friendly Play @ Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park | Sunday (6/21) at 8:00 AM – Urban Air Plymouth is dialing it down for Sensory Friendly Play, with softer lights, lower music, and staff who get it. Perfect for kids who crave fun without the chaos, and for parents who like leaving without a headache, meltdown, or lost sock.
🎵 Dean, Mick, & Carla @ Market in the Valley Farmers Market (Golden Valley) | Sunday (6/21) at 9:00 AM – GV Farmers Market is getting a live soundtrack as Dean, Mick, and Carla keep the Sunday shuffle breezy with classics, coffee, and corn-on-the-cob vibes. The kind of set where your lettuce selection improves, your shoulders drop, and neighbor gossip somehow sounds harmonized.
🎨 Drop-In Discoveries: Art & Play @ Clifton E. French Regional Park | Sunday (6/21) at 1:00 PM – Gallery artist Anna E. Orbovich joins Silverwood Park staff for drop-in art on the front patio at French Regional Park, with simple techniques inspired by the setting. Low pressure, high charm, and a fine excuse to linger, sip water, and feel crafty without glitter scars. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Plymouth report Weather forecastToday — High: 75°F — Low: 55°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 75. Northwest wind around 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 55. North northeast wind around 5 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 74°F — Low: 54°F — Precip: 5%
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