Sales + Events Calendar

Updated Every Monday

Ongoing: Dominique's Boutique hosts Third Thursday Therapy shopping events, on the third Thursday of every month. 4-9 p.m., 16277 Ipava Ave., Lakeville, 952-898-7829

Ongoing: StyledLife hosts an ongoing Fun Friday event. Stop by in the early evening to sample champagne and gourmet chocolates, as well as the diverse array of high-fashion accessories. Galleria, Edina, 952-928-8888

Ongoing: Grab 5-6 of your best girlfriends for a lunch at Trygs, a one-hour therapeutic massage from Keep in Touch in uptown, and a limo ride. Call for pricing and details. 1221 W. Lake St., Mpls., 612-871-3330

Ongoing: If you don’t have cable, then head to Hell’s Kitchen for a weekly viewing of Project Runway. The eatery is owned by the stepfather of Runway alumnus Katherine Gerdes, so you know there’ll be plenty of dish! Thursdays, 9 p.m. 80 S. 9th St., Mpls., 612-332-4700  

Nov. 2-8: Yelp.com presents a week-long promotion dedicated to giving consumers the chance to try local spas at half-off prices. No walk-ins! For more information see the list of specials at yelp.com.

Nov. 4-8: Hot Mama celebrates the opening of its fifth Twin Cities location in Roseville by offering 10 percent off all merchandise. The Plaza at Rosedale Center, Roseville, 651-633-9400

Nov. 5: General Store of Minnetonka hosts a cookbook release party in honor of its 25th anniversary, with holiday decorating and entertaining ideas.  14401 Hwy. 7, Minnetonka, 952-935-2215

Nov. 5: The big Maiden Minnesota sale features the most fashionable women-owned businesses in Minnesota, and comes replete with swag bags, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, and cocktails. $20-$30, Graves 601 Hotel, 601 1st Ave. N., Mpls.

Nov. 5: The shops at Excelsior & Grand host a progressive pre-holiday party this Thursday. Peek at the season’s latest fashions, courtesy of Shorty’s Loft and OPM. Then swing into Max’s to sample chocolates and salivate over jewelry. Also enjoy samples from Opulent Vodka and locally produced wines. 7-9 p.m. 3280 Grand Way, St. Louis Park

Nov. 5-7: Don’t miss the American Society of Interior Designers Great Finds sample sale to find 50 to 80 percent off on designer furniture, home accents, and décor. Look for the “couture room” with high-end furnishings at a fraction of the cost, as well as a rug bazaar and designers’ flea market.  International Market Square, 275 Market St., Mpls., 612-339-6003

Nov. 5-8: Goodthings hosts a Holiday Soiree with wine, prizes, gifts with purchase, and $10 off any purchase of $50 or more. 2184 4th St. , White Bear Lake; 651-426-0625; The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, Maple Grove, 763-494-9255

Nov. 5-8: Rick Rack celebrates its third anniversary with a wine and appetizers event on Thursday (4-7 p.m.), free chair massages on Friday (1-4 p.m.), and a Saturday meet-and-greet with jewelry designer Susan Plunkett (1-4 p.m.). There's also a trunk show featuring vintage lucite jewelry by Poppi and free gifts with $25 purchase. 3413 W. 44th St., Mpls., 612-746-4160

Nov. 6-8: More than 200 artists showcase their work at Art Attack, the 12th annual open studio and gallery crawl at the Northrup King Building. 1500 NE Jackston St., Mpls., 612-363-5612

Nov. 6-8: Burnsville Center hosts a Women's Health Expo with vendors working in health, wellness, beauty, fashion, home design, and entertaining. Burnsville, 952-435-8181

Nov. 7: Andrea's Vintage Bridal celebrates its reopening at a new location. 723 W. 26th St., Mpls.

Nov. 7: Jump start your holiday planning at the Perfect Parties event.  The proceedings include cooking demonstrations and inspirational tabletop displays, not to mention food and beverage samples. Steal entertaining tips from the event’s featured speakers, including Mpls.St.Paul style editor Melissa Colgan, wine writer Bill Coy, Pam Farrell from Bachman’s, and Galleria style expert Rhonda Ruhland. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The Women’s Club of Minneapolis, 410 Oak Grove St., Mpls., 612-373-9605

Nov. 7-14: Indulge Boutique hosts a storewide sale. 1095 Diffley Rd., Eagan, 651-454-3900

Nov. 9: The Guthrie Store hosts its holiday kickoff event, featuring 20 percent off new merchandise. 818 S. 2nd St., Mpls., 612.225.6300

Nov. 19: Ivy Spa Club offers Date Night, a package for two that includes 50-minute massages; cheeses, crackers, and fruit; chocolates and strawberries; champagne; a portrait sitting; and a gift from B. Kamins Chemist skincare. $200, 5-9 p.m., 201 S. 11th St., Mpls., 612-343-3131

Through Nov. 28: ID Inside Design hosts an upholstery sale, with 25 percent off in-stock and special-order upholstery. 211 N. 1st St., Ste. 150 , Mpls., 612-317-0045

Through Nov. 30: Luna Vinca is preparing to shutter its Uptown boutique, but rest assured—Luna Vinca isn’t going out of business, it’s moving to a studio space in downtown Minneapolis so the owners can fully concentrate on floral design. In the meanwhile, the shop offers closeout pricing on holiday cards, jewelry, candles, and more. 3344 Hennepin Ave. S., Mpls., 612-823-6178

Through Dec. 20: Drop your donation to Toys for Tots at Shorty's Loft, an official drop site, and receive 10 percent savings storewide. 4590 Excelsior Blvd., St. Louis Park, 952-473-0404

Through Dec. 30: The Textile Center of Minnesota presents its holiday show and sale. 3000 University Ave. SE, Mpls., 612-436-0464

Through March 1, 2010: Spend $500 at Belle Reve Boutique between now and March 1, and get $25 to spend on designer accessories. 320 Hennepin Ave. E., Mpls., 612-333-3148