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Get Out This Weekend, Apple Valley

In hopes that the sweltering heat will subside by this weekend, here are some outdoor activities to take advantage of.

Sample the new variety of seasonal summer vegetables, cool off with some water walking, celebrate at a bluegrass festival and do a status check on your health. 

1.

When/Where: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday; Kelley Park, Apple Valley

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Why Go: Enjoy a free concert under a (hopefully) colorful sunset, along with grilled food, soft drinks, wine and beer. Register to win a free bike or guitar.

Pricing: Free

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2.

When/Where: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday; Apple Valley Municipal Center

Why Go: The really warm summer weather is here—as if you haven't noticed—and summer produce loves it. This weekend at the market you'll find tomatoes, potatoes, lettuce, cabbage, onions, zucchini, spinach, radishes, kohlrabi, broccoli, peas, carrots, strawberries and—rumor has it—raspberries, for the first time this year.

Pricing: Free admission

3. WATER WALKING

When/Where: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. each day Friday through Sunday; Family Aquatic Center, Apple Valley

Why Go: Try a new activity and walk against the current of the Lazy River. A cool, low impact strength training.

Pricing: $3

4. 

When/Where: 7 to 9 p.m. Friday for square dancing; 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday for bluegrass; and 2 to 7 p.m. Sunday for Gospel music; Central Park, Rosemount

Why Go: Bring the family (and a blanket) to be entertained by talented local musicians and dancers.

Pricing: Free

5. 

When/Where: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; Thomas Lake Park, Eagan

Why Go: Partake in free workshops about nutrition, empowerment and balance. Browse the vendor exhibits and investigate the many holistic services that will be available.

Pricing: Free

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