MARKET FEST
This week, Mick Sterling and the Irresistibles will provide retro-soul tunes for this weekly street festival. Buy fresh produce and flowers from the farmers market. Also children's games and activities, pony rides and classic car show. (6-9 p.m. Thu. Free. Downtown White Bear Lake. www.marketfest.org.)
GREENWAY GLOW
Two events in one, including an illuminated art festival and bike ride down the Midtown Greenway. Bike ride participants can enjoy art installations and performances plus food, beverages and a post-ride party in Mosaic Art Park. (6 p.m.-midnight Sat., Midtown Greenway, Mpls. Free, $30 to participate in bike ride. www.midtowngreenway.org.)
MELISSA WALKER
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