Hula hoops, Hotel at Kitty Cat: Freeloader Friday

By Jessica Armbruster Fri., Jul. 6 2012 at 7:00 AM

Categories: Freeloader Friday

Photo by rharrison

Check out these free events in between trips to the kiddie pool

The weekend is here, and it's going to be a scorcher. So no matter what you get up to, make sure you bring sunscreen, water, and plenty of bug spray to keep the fun going. This edition of Freeloader Friday features tons of music shows, gallery openings, and a chance to help break a Guinness World Record at Loring Park (dig out your hula hoop from the garage and get ready to work those abs).

Come check out our list and plan your weekend.

Jennifer Weigel, Residue

FRIDAY:

Collecting Evidence
(Altered Esthetics, 1224 Quincy St. NE, Minneapolis, 612-378-8888, www.alteredesthetics.com)

This group show examines mysteries and puzzles in the context of settings like archeology digs, crime scenes, and abandoned spaces. 7-10 p.m.

Fates Palette, Broken Bicycles, Safelise, Jezebel Jones
(Hexagon Bar: 2600 27th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 612-722-3454)

9 p.m.

Rachel Schroeder, Said Kelley, Jettison Juliet, Running Riot, Funktion Junction
(Wild Tymes Sports Bar & Grill: 33 W. 7th Place, St. Paul, 651-224-8181)

Hotel
(Kitty Cat Klub: 315 14th Ave. SE, Minneapolis, 612-331-9800)

With Jonathan Ackerman. 21+. 10 p.m.

Ad Hoc Americana
(Ad Hoc Art, 88 S. 10th St., Minneapolis, 612-206-6820, www.adhocartmpls.com)

Tonight's party features local art, live music, snacks, and interactive activities. 7-10 p.m.

Lowertown First Fridays
(Lowertown, St. Paul; lowertownfirstfridays.com)

This monthly event features open studios and galleries, food and drink specials, performances, music, and more.

Romeo and Juliet
(Wolfe Park, 3700 Montery Dr., Minneapolis, 763-682-4590)

A fast-paced version of Shakespeare's romantic tragedy presented outdoors. 8 p.m. Fridays-Sundays. Through July 22.

Wabasha Days #3
(Ecolab Plaza: 376 Wabasha St N, St Paul, 651-266-6400)

With We Are the Willows, Andy Elwell, Greycoats, Back Pocket Hymnal. For more info, call 612.285.3112 or visit www.amsterdambarandhall.com. 4 p.m.

The Don King Band
(Schooner Tavern: 2901 27th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 612-729-4365)

9 p.m.

Cornbread Harris, Salsa Police
(Loring Pasta Bar: 327 14th Ave. SE, Minneapolis, 612-378-4849)

6 p.m. 10 p.m.