Events
hat follows is a list of upcoming events of interest to members of the Twin Cities Bungalow Club. Some are sponsored by the Bungalow Club and some are not.
Twin Cities Bungalow Club presents:
What to Plant for Our Changing Climate
Theodore Wirth Picnic Pavilion
3275 Glenwood Ave., Minneapolis
Bungalow Club members free; nonmembers $5
Every year, some of our plants survive and some do not. Learning why and improving the odds that our plants will thrive is what makes gardening an enjoyable, and sometimes frustrating, lifelong pursuit. How should we adjust our habits to increase our success?
Choosing plants that have the best chance of surviving in the microclimate of our small bungalow yards is a great place to start. Are newly released varieties better adapted to our future environment or do native plants hold an advantage? With our changing climate and new disease and insect threats, should we rethink our planting practices?
Join us as we dive into plant selection and planting techniques for 2026 and beyond. We have turned to University of Minnesota Extension horticulturist Laura Irish-Hanson for a fresh take on best practices for planting success in the Twin Cities. She will help us understand how climate change is affecting our small yards; remind us how to properly plant, mulch, water and fertilize our plants; and explain how to make better choices when purchasing ornamental and edible plants.
We have selected the Theodore Wirth Picnic Pavilion for this event because it is a great historic space. Parking is available across Glenwood Avenue from the Pavilion, which will require some walking. Our location also is close to the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden, which will be available to tour on your own before or after our event.
Laura Irish-Hanson is the statewide Extension Educator for Managed Horticultural Landscapes. Her expertise is in climate adaptation and gardening, lowering expenses through efficient inputs and maintenance, underutilized native and resilient plants, and ecosystem support.
Twin Cities Bungalow Club presents:
Bungalow Club Home Tour Moving to Fall 2026
For most of the past 30 years, the annual Bungalow Club home tour has taken place in early May. Next year, we are shaking things up—our next tour will take place on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
The reason? Competition. Friendly competition, to be sure, but competition nonetheless. The MSP Home Tour is held in late April or early May. Doors Open Minneapolis is also held in May, as well as Art-A-Whirl. These are terrific events, but many who attend the Bungalow Club tour attend them as well, which results in schedules that are stretched thin.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 12, 2026. We will work hard to bring you several houses with the usual mix of stylistically harmonious renovations; beautiful Arts & Crafts art objects; antique furnishings and all-around bungalow charm.
Do you own a bungalow or other early 20th century house that is sympathetic to its origins? Do you appreciate other homeowners who have opened their homes to offer inspiration to others? Maybe it is time to return the favor! Drop us a line at mail@bungalowclub.net.
An Introduction to Hennepin County
An ongoing exhibit
Hennepin History Museum
2303 Third Ave. S., Minneapolis
Adults $8; students/seniors $5
Free for museum members
612-870-1329
hennepinhistory.org/avada_portfolio/an-introduction-to-hennepin-county/
This exhibit consists of six main panels, covering topics from Hennepin County’s pre-settlement home of the Dakota; the establishment of the County in 1852; the rise of local industry; and the diverse immigrant populations that moved here.
Red Wing Pottery Exhibition and Event
Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Pottery Museum of Red Wing
240 Harrison St., Red Wing
Admission free
Call ahead for group tours (5 or more, $3 per person)
651-327-2220
potterymuseumredwing.org
There is nothing better than spending a day in Red Wing, Minnesota. While you are there, stop in at the Pottery Museum of Red Wing. The museum houses more than 6,000 vintage pieces of artisan-crafted stoneware, art pottery, dinnerware and folk art.
Currently on view is a special exhibition: “The Red Wing Saloon.” This exhibit shows what a saloon looked like prior to January 16, 1920, when the 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was passed, prohibiting “intoxicating liquors” in the U.S.
See how liquor was dispensed from advertising jugs produced by Red Wing companies for businesses throughout the country. (In one month alone in 1910, the pottery shipped more than 6,400 jugs.)
Classes Offered by Rethos
Preservation Alliance of Minnesota (PAM) has a new name—Rethos—and a greatly expanded ambition. The organization has reinvented itself as a nationwide organization that strengthens communities within the context of historic spaces. Rethos is focused on finding new uses for historic buildings of all types by offering educational programs; coordinating Main Street programs in rural cities; advocating for public policies that bolster historic properties; and fostering investment partnerships to save historic buildings. For a full description of the new organization, visit: www.rethos.org/whynowhyrethos
Photo courtesy of Rethos.
One of Rethos’ goals is to build a community of homeowners, craftspeople, DIYers, realtors, and anyone who cares about (or cares for) old buildings. Hands-on workshops and classes connect you to the tools, skills, and experiences you need to take good care of the places you love.
Bungalow Club members will be especially interested in the Homeowner Workshops. Classes vary but typical topics are window repair including wood rot; leaking pipes and clogs; how furnaces and boilers work; and kitchen cabinets and countertops. Check the Rethos website for the listing of upcoming classes and workshops.
Fix-It Clinics
Repairing a sandal is possible via a Hennepin County Fix-It Clinic virtual session.
Get help with your broken stuff and learn valuable repair skills at free Fix-It Clinics. Currently, one-on-one virtual repair sessions with volunteers are available. Check online for the process to sign up.
Fix-It Clinics offer free, guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot, and (hopefully) fix small household appliances, clothing, electronics, mobile devices and more. Fix-It Clinics teach valuable troubleshooting and basic repair skills, build community connections and reduce the number of repairable items that are thrown in the trash.
Contact Nancy Lo at nancy.lo@co.hennepin.mn.us or 612-348-9195 with questions or to volunteer.
Ramsey County Fix-It Clinics
www.ramseycounty.us/residents/recycling-waste/education/fix-it-clinics
Fix-it Clinics were canceled in 2020. Check their website for updates or call 651-266-1199.
