This week’s edition covers stories
from June 26th to July 2nd, 2025.
Today’s issue is 585 words, a 3-minute read
Hey besties, Isabella here.
Hope your week hasn’t been giving “Voldemort at a TikTok dance-off” energy, because let me tell you, mine almost did. Between scrolling past theories on whether that 28 Years Later sequel will actually give us the closure we deserve (spoiler: probably not, it’s A24) and trying to figure out if that new Pokémon search trend means we’re all secretly still living in 1999, the past few days have been a whole mood. Oh, and did I mention I was in LA? Yeah, it was giving main character vibes, minus the paparazzi and plus a questionable amount of oat milk capuccinos. Anyway, buckle up, because this newsletter is about to drop the tea on everything you missed while you were, you know, living your actual life.
Twin Cities Pride: No Target, No Problem
Despite a political forecast cloudier than a Minnesota winter, the Twin Cities Pride Parade brought nothing but joy, glitter, and a little gay rage to Hennepin Avenue. Thousands showed up, drag queens, sporty sapphics, rainbow-banded dogs, and a tank-topped Mayor Frey, all marching (and dancing) for love, resilience, and rights. Dykes on Bikes revved up the day, floats flaunted every flag under the queer sun, and Gov. Walz got his applause moment.
Notably absent? Target. The retail giant pulled funding, and Pride said, “K, bye.” Community donors filled the $50K gap like champs. Corporate allies like Enterprise stepped up, showing up and showing out.
Yes, political attacks on LGBTQ+ folks hung heavy. SCOTUS, sports bans, hotline shutdowns but Minneapolis showed how to party and protest. As one attendee put it: “It’s just Pride.” Damn right.
Minneapolis Is Throwing a 2,000-Person
Dinner Party. Yes, Really.
Mark your calendars and unbutton your pants, Dinner du Nord is coming Sept. 11 to Nicollet Mall, and it’s basically a giant potluck… if the potluck had a guest list of 2,000 and seven blocks of restaurants flexing their culinary muscles.
From Sixth Street to Peavey Plaza, 40+ local spots (think Revival, Fhima’s, Barrio, Hell’s Kitchen, and even Bao Bao Buns 👀) are dishing out everything from $18 single-course bites to bougie $250 three-course date-night experiences, gratuity and taxes included, so your wallet can breathe.
Mayor Frey’s calling it “America’s longest dinner table” and honestly? He might be right. Buses will reroute, carbs will be consumed, and proceeds go to the Help the House Foundation, supporting hospitality workers.
Downtown’s comeback arc is getting delicious and this time, it tastes like community, cocktails, and probably some really good sliders.
Boom Goes the City: Your Minneapolis
4th of July Cheat Sheet
Red, White & Boom is BACK, baby and it’s coming in hot with fireworks, food, and full-on summer vibes July 4th at 10 PM on the downtown riverfront. Want front-row sparkle seats? Grab your squad and camp out at one of these chef’s kiss viewing spots:
- Gold Medal Park: Blankets, bugs, and beauty.
- Bde Maka Ska: Grill, chill, paddle, repeat.
- Hennepin Avenue Bridge: Fireworks and a skyline flex.
- Nicollet Island: Garden picnic by day, glow-up by night.
- Restaurant rooftops: Fireworks with fries? Say less.
Bonus: Bring your dog, but maybe skip the boom-booms, their nervous systems will thank you.
Still thirsty for more patriotic fun?
- Red, White & Boom: All-day downtown party, July 4th.
- Taste of Minnesota: July 5–6, for those who treat the 4th like a long weekend challenge.
- Suburbs also popping off — Eagan, Maplewood, Excelsior, you name it.
So yeah, freedom tastes a lot like mini donuts and looks like sky glitter.
Stay informed, stay connected.
See you next week!
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Isabella and the NewPrensa team
Hi, friend: Isabella here!
I’m a Communications Specialist by day and
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