Break out the sunscreen for Water Days at Scheid Park in Golden Valley! Join City staff for a wet and wild day featuring water slides, music, snacks, and games. The event is FREE and open to kids 14 and under with an adult. For more information, visit the City website or contact the Golden Valley Parks and Recreation Department at  763-512-2345. Photo: Stan Waldhauser

Market in the Valley is Golden Valley’s Sunday outdoor farmers market located right in the heart of the city’s retail and restaurant district. The market takes place behind city hall under the water tower every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October 6. It features locally grown produce, meats and cheeses, honey, arts and crafts, music, community groups, children’s activities, and much more! Visit their website or Facebook page to view the list of vendors and learn more!

Bring a lawn chair or blanket and come enjoy the summer concert series at beautiful Brookview Park in Golden Valley! Every summer, the City sponsors free weekly concerts at Brookview Park. Vinnie Rose is a local acoustic guitarist and vocalist playing pop, rock, country, R&B, and blues. Come enjoy a free performance filled with amazing talent! In case of inclement weather, concert may be canceled or relocated. Please call the Activity Cancellation Line at 763-512-2350 for concert status.

Come to the park for fun kid’s entertainment by Sticks & Tones! Bring a blanket and enjoy some summertime tunes, then stay to play on the playground, enjoy lunch in the park or swim at the Aquatic Park. Performances are not covered; shades, hats and umbrella are recommended. In the event of bad weather, call 952.924.2567 for concert status.

The City of St. Louis Park is excited to partner with the St. Louis Park Rotary Club to bring you the Summer Concert Series. The Tuxedo Band plays high-energy, fun-packed group of diverse songs that have shaped the past 50 generations of music lovers. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a free performance filled with amazing talent! In the event of bad weather, call 952.924.2567 for concert status.

Visit Veterans’ Memorial Amphitheater for Open Mic Night this summer, where local artists and groups have an opportunity to get their name out there and perform for the public. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs, some dinner or snacks, and enjoy musical entertainment in the park! In the event of bad weather, concerts may be held at the ROC. Call 952.924.2567 for Open Mic status. Photo: Neil Schloner

Since 1969, Brookview Golf & Lawn Bowling in Golden Valley has been a hub of community activity. Join them as they celebrate their 50th anniversary in style, with a full weekend of activities and live music, July 26 - 28. Enjoy free lawn bowling, music from The Ropers and Rockin’ Hollywoods, and food, beverage and golf specials!

The City of St. Louis Park is excited to partner with the St. Louis Park Rotary Club to bring you the Summer Concert Series. St. Louis Park native Dan Israel hosts the 5th annual "Dan Israel and Friends" folk festival this year featuring Dan, legendary folk singer Paul Metsa, Twin Cities songwriter James Loney, and more! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a free performance filled with amazing talent! In the event of bad weather, call 952.924.2567 for…