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Let's be real, meeting new people as an adult is weirdly hard, so we're doing something about it with the South Metro Scoop Dinner Club.

Here's the deal:

1 - Take a quick quiz about your vibe and food preferences
2 - We'll match you with five other South Metro locals who share your vibe (dietary needs, budget comfort zone, life stage, all considered).
3 - Your group of five gathers for dinner on Wednesday, November 19th at 6:30 PM at a restaurant in Apple Valley (we'll reveal the restaurant location the morning of).
4 - Post-dinner, all groups can join an optional after-gathering to keep the connections flowing.

Want to bring your spouse or best friend? Fill out the form, forward them the provided link, and they've got 12 hours to sign up so you can sit together—easy.

👉 Take the quiz & reserve your spot

A nearly 100,000 sq ft entertainment facility is coming to Apple Valley, a family-owned entertainment destination offering bowling, arcade games, leagues, and epic social experiences opening fall 2026.

🎨 Sleigh Bells Ring Paint Night at Jersey's Bar & Grill (Inver Grove Heights at 6:30pm)
💲 No experience needed to create your own "Sleigh Bells Ring" masterpiece on an 11x14 canvas at Jersey's—just show up, follow the step-by-step guidance, and leave with holiday art you'll actually want to hang. Get tickets.

🎄 Fresh Wreath Workshop at Gertens (Inver Grove Heights at 5:30pm)
💲Create a stunning 24" fresh Balsam holiday wreath while Gertens design experts share their secret tips, complete with festive treats and all the embellishments you need to make it uniquely yours. Secure your spot.

🎸 Drinksgiving Rock Theme Music Bingo at Buck '54 (Burnsville at 6:30pm)
🆓 Kick off Thanksgiving week early with Music Bingo where you're marking off classic and modern rock anthems instead of numbers—15 prizes up for grabs, free to play, and way more fun than regular bingo. RSVP for free here.

🏈 Vikings Country & Salute to Service at Apple Valley American Legion (5:30pm)
🆓 Score free Vikings prizes, play games, and possibly win tickets while hanging with Muss and a special Vikings guest at this family-friendly (but 21+ to win) celebration of football and service.

🎨 Crushed Glass Suncatcher Workshop at The Savage Tap (6:30pm)
💲 Get cozy at The Savage Tap and craft your own sparkly winter suncatcher from crushed glass and resin—choose from festive shapes like a snowman, Grinch, ornament, wreath, or the word JOY, with all materials and guidance included. Get tickets.

👩‍💼 5th Annual Women's Symposium & Expo (Lakeville at 10am)
💲Fuel up for the holidays at this inspiring day packed with local vendor shopping, a keynote speaker, the Businesswoman of the Year Ruby Award presentation, lunch, raffle prizes, and serious networking vibes. Secure your spot.

📚 Bubbly Bathtime Storytime at Farmington Library (10:30am)
🆓 Bring the little ones for stories, activities, and crafts all about bathtime bubbles with Miss Aimee—perfect for ages birth to 6 and their caregivers who need a fun morning activity.

17854 Lanesboro Ct, Lakeville

➡️ 4 bed, 3.5 bath, 0.76 acres

➡️ Heated bathroom floors

➡️ Lower level workshop

➡️ Second neighboring lot available

Price: $1,100,000

MLS #6772222 Listed by Scott Anderson

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