Early January seems like a pretty good time to sit around the fireplace, drinking something hot and going a whole lot of nowhere.
But if you're bound and determined to get out of the house and keep that holiday buzz going, well, we can respect that. And in fact, we've got a few suggestions. Bundle up though – winter in Minnesota is definitely upon us.
Friday, Jan. 6
Glam Doll Donuts Northeast Grand Opening Party – Yep, that's right, there's another storefront featuring your favorite crazy fried treats debuting across town from its first location on Eat Street. Glam Doll will have donut samples – included this oft-Instagrammed insanity – and free beer from Fair State Brewing while it lasts. Party goes from 7 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 7
Intro to Brewing / Intro to Winemaking – Question: What does one do on a frigid January weekend? Answer: Make lots of homemade booze and then drink it. Midwest Supplies is ready to provide the necessary science to make that dream come true with its double-header classes – Intro to Brewing (noon) and Intro to Winemaking (2:30 p.m.). And there's more good news: both explainers are free.
Lantern Lit Holiday Glogg tours – If you've been wanting to catch one of these beautiful events at the American Swedish Institute but you simply got too busy with the holidays (our hands are raised over here), this is your last chance for the season. Saturday evening will feature the stunning, holiday decorated Turnblad Mansion, bites from Fika and of course, plenty of glogg – a warm mulled wine. Tickets for the event (6:30 to 8 p.m.) are $50 for ASI members and $55 for non-members.
Brewer's Battle – If you're the type that likes to revel in the winter instead of hide from it, head 30 minutes east of the Twin Cities to the Afton Alps where ski teams representing ten different regional and national craft brewers will face off in a race (12:20 p.m.). The winner gets a tap line at Afton Alps for the rest of the year. And all onlookers get to partake too – a complimentary craft beer tasting featuring all the racing brews goes from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Check it out.
