5 things to do in Minneapolis, MN — Thursday, August 27, 2026

Picked each day from verified Minneapolis-area event calendars. Every listing links back to the organizer.

This story was assembled using AI and public data sources.

  1. Job Search Assistance: Goodwill-Easter Seals

    Community at Minneapolis Central, starting 11 a.m.

    Drop in to get help with your job search from Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Employment Services programs. Career Navigators can help with résumés and cover letters, interviewing preparation and practice, career explor…

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  2. University of Minnesota Soccer at BYU

    Sports at Provo, UT, starting 8 p.m.

    University of Minnesota Soccer at BYU

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  3. Mystery Book Club

    Community at Washburn, starting 6:30 p.m.

    Join our discussion of new and interesting mystery titles. A limited number of lending copies may be picked up at the information desk prior to each discussion. Upcoming titles include: July 30: Ill Wind by Nevada Barr…

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  4. Chess Club

    Community at Northeast, starting 4:30 p.m.

    All ages and skill levels are welcome. Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies, and meeting other chess fans. Equipment provided. Walk-ins welcome.

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  5. Crafternoon

    Community at Arvonne Fraser, starting 3:30 p.m.

    Join your neighbors for an afternoon of community and crafting. Bring your own projects to work on or find inspiration in a self-led craft with materials provided. Drop in or stay the entire time. Sponsor: Friends of th…

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