Twenty-seven years is a long lifespan for a boutique -- most don't last beyond a couple of years. But Local Motion owner Barbara Heinrich has set her shop apart with its eclectic mix of unique offerings from local and national designers, and she credits much of its success to word-of-mouth and repeat customers. The shop will host its quarterly ladies'-night-out party to introduce its newest fall shipments. There will be informal modeling, refreshments, door prizes and 20 percent off the entire store (good through Sept. 27). (5 to 9 p.m. Thu., free. Local Motion, 2813 Hennepin Av. S., Mpls. 612-871-8436.