​Dates: Sept 6, Sept 13, Sept 20, and October 4th (Sundays from 5-7pm).

​Crafty Queers Club is leading a new MULTI-WEEK program with Nine Lives Thrift! Join us over FOUR weeks and learn the foundations of embroidery and/or expand on your skills.

​Instructor, Harper Steinbach, will provide pre-made stamps to create your own design week 1, Participants will learn and gain confidence in the materials as well as their ability to build and create a craft/ work of art throughout the class.

​A craft group for those of us who love: Visual and Hands on Learning, Loose instruction followed up by time to explore, 1:1 trouble shooting, Time to socialize

​Through this program you will:

• ​Receive the supplies needed to start embroidering

• ​Learn how to transfer designs to fabric

• ​Learn 3-6 basic stitches for creating any design

• ​Optional: integrating mixed media into your design!

• ​Gain confidence in your skills, skill share, and try an art class

​We welcome individuals who have experience with embroidery and folks who are brand new to the craft! We will have guidelines set up about skill sharing from other individuals and from the instructor. Each participant can come in and define how much skill feedback they would like in their craft.

​All supplies are provided.

​Pay what you can- this price is for all 4 meetups:

• ​Scholarships available: please contact craftyqueersclub@gmail.com for more information on full scholarships.

• ​$10-$15: Lower cost option for those who need assistance

• ​$15-$20 covers cost of supplies

• ​$20+ paying it forward and helps us pay our instructor, scholarships, and keeps CQC running

SIGN UP HERE

​Dates: Sept 6, Sept 13, Sept 20, and October 4th (Sundays from 5-7pm).

​Crafty Queers Club is leading a new MULTI-WEEK program with Nine Lives Thrift! Join us over FOUR weeks and learn the foundations of embroidery and/or expand on your skills.

​Instructor, Harper Steinbach, will provide pre-made stamps to create your own design week 1, Participants will learn and gain confidence in the materials as well as their ability to build and create a craft/ work of art throughout the class.

​A craft group for those of us who love: Visual and Hands on Learning, Loose instruction followed up by time to explore, 1:1 trouble shooting, Time to socialize

​Through this program you will:

• ​Receive the supplies needed to start embroidering

• ​Learn how to transfer designs to fabric

• ​Learn 3-6 basic stitches for creating any design

• ​Optional: integrating mixed media into your design!

• ​Gain confidence in your skills, skill share, and try an art class

​We welcome individuals who have experience with embroidery and folks who are brand new to the craft! We will have guidelines set up about skill sharing from other individuals and from the instructor. Each participant can come in and define how much skill feedback they would like in their craft.

​All supplies are provided.

​Pay what you can- this price is for all 4 meetups:

• ​Scholarships available: please contact craftyqueersclub@gmail.com for more information on full scholarships.

• ​$10-$15: Lower cost option for those who need assistance

• ​$15-$20 covers cost of supplies

• ​$20+ paying it forward and helps us pay our instructor, scholarships, and keeps CQC running

SIGN UP HERE

Nine Lives at the Minnesota State Fair
Sunday, September 5, 2026
9:00am – 3:00pm

Come say hi to Nine Lives at the Eco Experience Building at the Minnesota State Fair! We’ll be sharing more about clothing reuse, sustainable fashion, and the work we do to keep clothing accessible and in circulation. ♻️

outdoor Yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️🐾

Join us Saturdays at 10am this summer for outdoor yoga next to the shop! Classes are beginner-friendly, welcoming to all experience levels, and led by a rotating lineup of wonderful local instructors throughout the season.

Bring a mat or borrow one of ours, dress for the weather, and consider sunscreen, water, and bug spray your new yoga accessories. Classes are held outside in the grass and are weather dependent — check ourFacebook event page for updates, cancellations, or changes.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–$20, but if money is tight, don’t let that stop you from stretching your paws with us 💛

Whether you’re a seasoned yoga cat or fully entering your downward-facing-cat era, we’d love to see you.

SIGN WAIVER HERE

outdoor Yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️🐾

Join us Saturdays at 10am this summer for outdoor yoga next to the shop! Classes are beginner-friendly, welcoming to all experience levels, and led by a rotating lineup of wonderful local instructors throughout the season.

Bring a mat or borrow one of ours, dress for the weather, and consider sunscreen, water, and bug spray your new yoga accessories. Classes are held outside in the grass and are weather dependent — check ourFacebook event page for updates, cancellations, or changes.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–$20, but if money is tight, don’t let that stop you from stretching your paws with us 💛

Whether you’re a seasoned yoga cat or fully entering your downward-facing-cat era, we’d love to see you.

SIGN WAIVER HERE

Every Tuesday in August from 4:00–7:00pm, we’re hosting Open Market at Nine Lives. Community members are welcome to stop by for free produce, and pantry items!

Our shop will also be open special Tuesday hours from 3:00–7:00pm throughout August.

Open Market organizers shared that neighbors picking up for other neighbors, including families sheltering as federal immigration activity escalates, now make up nearly 1/4 to 1/3 of visitors at their distributions. Supporting this work helps keep food and resources moving directly into the community.

Want to help sustain and expand the program? Their Patreon membership is the easiest ongoing way to support Open Market and help grow what’s available each week. Cash contributions and CashApp donations made during Tuesday markets throughout August will also go directly toward expanding the following week’s offerings.

Come by, spread the word, and help us take care of each other. ❤️

outdoor Yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️🐾

Join us Saturdays at 10am this summer for outdoor yoga next to the shop! Classes are beginner-friendly, welcoming to all experience levels, and led by a rotating lineup of wonderful local instructors throughout the season.

Bring a mat or borrow one of ours, dress for the weather, and consider sunscreen, water, and bug spray your new yoga accessories. Classes are held outside in the grass and are weather dependent — check ourFacebook event page for updates, cancellations, or changes.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–$20, but if money is tight, don’t let that stop you from stretching your paws with us 💛

Whether you’re a seasoned yoga cat or fully entering your downward-facing-cat era, we’d love to see you.

SIGN WAIVER HERE

Every Tuesday in August from 4:00–7:00pm, we’re hosting Open Market at Nine Lives. Community members are welcome to stop by for free produce, and pantry items!

Our shop will also be open special Tuesday hours from 3:00–7:00pm throughout August.

Open Market organizers shared that neighbors picking up for other neighbors, including families sheltering as federal immigration activity escalates, now make up nearly 1/4 to 1/3 of visitors at their distributions. Supporting this work helps keep food and resources moving directly into the community.

Want to help sustain and expand the program? Their Patreon membership is the easiest ongoing way to support Open Market and help grow what’s available each week. Cash contributions and CashApp donations made during Tuesday markets throughout August will also go directly toward expanding the following week’s offerings.

Come by, spread the word, and help us take care of each other. ❤️

outdoor Yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️🐾

Join us Saturdays at 10am this summer for outdoor yoga next to the shop! Classes are beginner-friendly, welcoming to all experience levels, and led by a rotating lineup of wonderful local instructors throughout the season.

Bring a mat or borrow one of ours, dress for the weather, and consider sunscreen, water, and bug spray your new yoga accessories. Classes are held outside in the grass and are weather dependent — check ourFacebook event page for updates, cancellations, or changes.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–$20, but if money is tight, don’t let that stop you from stretching your paws with us 💛

Whether you’re a seasoned yoga cat or fully entering your downward-facing-cat era, we’d love to see you.

SIGN WAIVER HERE

Every Tuesday in August from 4:00–7:00pm, we’re hosting Open Market at Nine Lives. Community members are welcome to stop by for free produce, and pantry items!

Our shop will also be open special Tuesday hours from 4:00–7:00pm throughout August.

Open Market organizers shared that neighbors picking up for other neighbors, including families sheltering as federal immigration activity escalates, now make up nearly 1/4 to 1/3 of visitors at their distributions. Supporting this work helps keep food and resources moving directly into the community.

Want to help sustain and expand the program? Their Patreon membership is the easiest ongoing way to support Open Market and help grow what’s available each week. Cash contributions and CashApp donations made during Tuesday markets throughout August will also go directly toward expanding the following week’s offerings.

Come by, spread the word, and help us take care of each other. ❤️

outdoor Yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️🐾

Join us Saturdays at 10am this summer for outdoor yoga next to the shop! Classes are beginner-friendly, welcoming to all experience levels, and led by a rotating lineup of wonderful local instructors throughout the season.

Bring a mat or borrow one of ours, dress for the weather, and consider sunscreen, water, and bug spray your new yoga accessories. Classes are held outside in the grass and are weather dependent — check ourFacebook event page for updates, cancellations, or changes.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–$20, but if money is tight, don’t let that stop you from stretching your paws with us 💛

Whether you’re a seasoned yoga cat or fully entering your downward-facing-cat era, we’d love to see you.

SIGN WAIVER HERE

Full Circle Fashion fAshion show

Theatre in the Round Players
Minneapolis, MN

Friday, July 31 • 6:00–9:30 PM

A Summer into Fall Fashion Show & Pop-Up where upcyclers, secondhand shops, and wearable artists come together to celebrate circular fashion and creative reuse.

Doors Open: 6:00 PM
Runway Show: 7:00 PM
Pop-Up Shopping: 6:00-7 & post show.

Presented by RETHINK, this evening showcases the creativity and innovation of Minnesota's circular fashion community. Runway collections curated by local secondhand shops and upcycled designers are interspersed with one-of-a-kind couture and trashion-fashion looks, demonstrating just how far reuse can push the boundaries of fashion.

Arrive early to browse the pop-up market, grab a drink, and settle in before the lights come up. You'll have the chance to shop from local artists, designers, and secondhand retailers before the runway begins, and again after the show.

Seating is open, so come early if you'd like to sit with friends.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now!

Follow on IG to be the first to catch more info!

https://www.instagram.com/fullcirclefashionmn/

outdoor Yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️🐾

Join us Saturdays at 10am this summer for outdoor yoga next to the shop! Classes are beginner-friendly, welcoming to all experience levels, and led by a rotating lineup of wonderful local instructors throughout the season.

Bring a mat or borrow one of ours, dress for the weather, and consider sunscreen, water, and bug spray your new yoga accessories. Classes are held outside in the grass and are weather dependent — check ourFacebook event page for updates, cancellations, or changes.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–$20, but if money is tight, don’t let that stop you from stretching your paws with us 💛

Whether you’re a seasoned yoga cat or fully entering your downward-facing-cat era, we’d love to see you.

SIGN WAIVER HERE

Nine Lives Thrift Pop-Up at Bad Weather’s Bluegrass Block Party

We almost never do pop-ups anymore — but for bluegrass, beer, ice cream, and a bounce house? We’re in.

Find Nine Lives Thrift at Bad Weather Brewing’s Bluegrass Block Party on Saturday, July 18 from 12–8 PM. We’ll be bringing a curated rack of secondhand clothing and a little Nine Lives magic down West 7th.

The event includes live bluegrass, local vendors, food and drink specials, family-friendly fun, and more.

$5 entry for attendees

Location: Bad Weather Brewing, 414 7th St W, St. Paul, MN.

outdoor Yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️🐾

Join us Saturdays at 10am this summer for outdoor yoga next to the shop! Classes are beginner-friendly, welcoming to all experience levels, and led by a rotating lineup of wonderful local instructors throughout the season.

Bring a mat or borrow one of ours, dress for the weather, and consider sunscreen, water, and bug spray your new yoga accessories. Classes are held outside in the grass and are weather dependent — check ourFacebook event page for updates, cancellations, or changes.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–$20, but if money is tight, don’t let that stop you from stretching your paws with us 💛

Whether you’re a seasoned yoga cat or fully entering your downward-facing-cat era, we’d love to see you.

SIGN WAIVER HERE

outdoor Yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️🐾

Join us Saturdays at 10am this summer for outdoor yoga next to the shop! Classes are beginner-friendly, welcoming to all experience levels, and led by a rotating lineup of wonderful local instructors throughout the season.

Bring a mat or borrow one of ours, dress for the weather, and consider sunscreen, water, and bug spray your new yoga accessories. Classes are held outside in the grass and are weather dependent — check ourFacebook event page for updates, cancellations, or changes.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–$20, but if money is tight, don’t let that stop you from stretching your paws with us 💛

Whether you’re a seasoned yoga cat or fully entering your downward-facing-cat era, we’d love to see you.

SIGN WAIVER HERE

After Hours Presents: Frida Fest

Wednesday, July 8, 2026
5:00–8:00 PM

Join us for an evening inspired by the art, style, color, and activism of Frida Kahlo.

We're transforming our parking lot and shop into a celebration of local artists, creativity, and community. Whether you're stopping by for a paloma, shopping local makers, creating art, or writing postcards to voters, there's something for everyone.

🎨 Artists & Makers

Browse and shop from an incredible lineup of local artists and makers, including:

• Harper – Live portraits ($20 donation benefiting UnidosMN)

• Audrey Designs

• D Guzman Illustration

• White Tiger Inventions

• Indigo Sun Jewelry

• Sneaky Link Permanent Jewelry

✂️ Inside the Shop

✍️ Postcards to Voters
Help us reach our goal of writing 100 handwritten postcards to registered voters with upcoming local elections. We'll provide the postcards, addresses, and script—you bring the handwriting. It's a simple way to put Frida's spirit of activism into action.

🎨 Community Art Project
Join local artist Sadie Ward in creating a collaborative portrait of Frida Kahlo using expired bras. Everyone is welcome to contribute to this one-of-a-kind community artwork.

🖌️ Live Portraits
Have your portrait drawn by Harper for a $20 donation benefiting UnidosMN.

📸 Flower Photo Backdrop
Strike a pose with our Frida-inspired flower backdrop—and don't forget to wear your favorite colorful outfit!

🩸 Period Product Drive

Frida believed in dignity, resilience, and lifting one another up. In that spirit, we'll be collecting pads, tampons, and other menstrual products for Neighborhood House throughout the evening. Help us fill another Subaru with donations!

🌺 Come Frida-Inspired

Flowers in your hair. Bold colors. Embroidery. Vintage jewelry. Your favorite thrifted outfit.

Come dressed inspired by Frida's fearless style and celebrate creativity, individuality, and self-expression.

🍹 Enjoy the Evening

• Palomas & mocktails

• Local artists and shopping

• Community art

• Live portraits

• Music

• Activism in action

• Plenty of colorful photo opportunities

Admission is free.

We can't wait to celebrate with you!

outdoor Yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️

4th of July Yoga with Piper!

Saturday, July 4th at 10am in the grass next to Nine Lives.

Wear your finest red, white, and radically against fascism. Patriotic attire encouraged — interpreted creatively. Bandanas, vintage denim, protest energy, queer camp counselor vibes… you get it.

Beginner friendly. Outside. Weather permitting.

Bring water, sunscreen, bug spray, and a healthy distrust of authoritarianism.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–20
But if cost is a barrier, please still come.

SIGN WAIVER HERE

Community Mending Nights at Nine Lives
Mondays in June & July

(note no class June 15th)
6:00pm – 8:30pm

Join Bethany at Nine Lives for community mending nights focused on clothing repair, reuse, and creative skill sharing. Sessions may include guided projects, visible mending techniques, or opportunities to work on clothing repairs in community.

June sessions are free thanks to support from the VIBE grant. July sessions will have a suggested $20 contribution.

More details coming soon. 🪡

outdoor Yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️🐾

Join us Saturdays at 10am this summer for outdoor yoga next to the shop! Classes are beginner-friendly, welcoming to all experience levels, and led by a rotating lineup of wonderful local instructors throughout the season.

Bring a mat or borrow one of ours, dress for the weather, and consider sunscreen, water, and bug spray your new yoga accessories. Classes are held outside in the grass and are weather dependent — check ourFacebook event page for updates, cancellations, or changes.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–$20, but if money is tight, don’t let that stop you from stretching your paws with us 💛

Whether you’re a seasoned yoga cat or fully entering your downward-facing-cat era, we’d love to see you.

SIGN WAIVER HERE

Community Mending Nights at Nine Lives
Mondays in June & July

(note no class June 15th)
6:00pm – 8:30pm

Join Bethany at Nine Lives for community mending nights focused on clothing repair, reuse, and creative skill sharing. Sessions may include guided projects, visible mending techniques, or opportunities to work on clothing repairs in community.

June sessions are free thanks to support from the VIBE grant. July sessions will have a suggested $20 contribution.

More details coming soon. 🪡

outdoor Yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️🐾

Join us Saturdays at 10am this summer for outdoor yoga next to the shop! Classes are beginner-friendly, welcoming to all experience levels, and led by a rotating lineup of wonderful local instructors throughout the season.

Bring a mat or borrow one of ours, dress for the weather, and consider sunscreen, water, and bug spray your new yoga accessories. Classes are held outside in the grass and are weather dependent — check our Facebook event page for updates, cancellations, or changes.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–$20, but if money is tight, don’t let that stop you from stretching your paws with us 💛

Whether you’re a seasoned yoga cat or fully entering your downward-facing-cat era, we’d love to see you.

Yelp Elite: Spring Refresh at Nine Lives
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
5:00pm – 7:00pm

Join us for a special Yelp Elite shopping event featuring event-only discounts, complimentary treats from Uglyy Cookies, DHŌS mocktails, and a pottery demo from Great River Gallery.

More details and RSVP information available through Yelp. ✨

outdoor Yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️🐾

Join us Saturdays at 10am this summer for outdoor yoga next to the shop! Classes are beginner-friendly, welcoming to all experience levels, and led by a rotating lineup of wonderful local instructors throughout the season.

Bring a mat or borrow one of ours, dress for the weather, and consider sunscreen, water, and bug spray your new yoga accessories. Classes are held outside in the grass and are weather dependent — check our Facebook event page for updates, cancellations, or changes.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–$20, but if money is tight, don’t let that stop you from stretching your paws with us 💛

Whether you’re a seasoned yoga cat or fully entering your downward-facing-cat era, we’d love to see you.

Community Mending Nights at Nine Lives
Mondays in June & July

(note no class June 15th)
6:00pm – 8:30pm

Join Bethany at Nine Lives for community mending nights focused on clothing repair, reuse, and creative skill sharing. Sessions may include guided projects, visible mending techniques, or opportunities to work on clothing repairs in community.

June sessions are free thanks to support from the VIBE grant. July sessions will have a suggested $20 contribution.

More details coming soon. 🪡

Summer Yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️🐾

Join us Saturdays at 10am this summer for outdoor yoga next to the shop! Classes are beginner-friendly, welcoming to all experience levels, and led by a rotating lineup of wonderful local instructors throughout the season.

Bring a mat or borrow one of ours, dress for the weather, and consider sunscreen, water, and bug spray your new yoga accessories. Classes are held outside in the grass and are weather dependent — check our Facebook event page for updates, cancellations, or changes.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–$20, but if money is tight, don’t let that stop you from stretching your paws with us 💛

Whether you’re a seasoned yoga cat or fully entering your downward-facing-cat era, we’d love to see you.

We got a grant from Fort Road Federation to host free Mending Meetups/Mend Along Clinics in June at Nine Lives on 6/1 from 6-8:30pm Kristen from RETHINK and Bethany Mae will be your hosts.

🪡Whether you have experience and want to sew in community, OR want to bring a project that needs a little guidance, make sure to RSVP (link in bio) to this free event to save your spot. Save the dates for 6/8, 6/22, and 6/29.

Bethany holds a BFA from Syracuse University (2008) in Costume Design. Her mother taught her to sew as a child, having come from a lineage of master dressmakers. Bethany Mae grew up collecting and later selling vintage clothing, consuming Vogue and replicating photoshoots for her Barbies.

She moved to Los Angeles in 2009, there working in the Film Industry as a hair and makeup artist simultaneously designing and making costumes for theaters.

At the end of 2018, Bethany moved back to Minneapolis and has been organizing events, teaching art through therapeutic techniques and hosting beginning sewing classes while also raising a beautiful child and connecting deeper with our mother earth.

We look forward to mending with you soon! And please let us know if you have any questions!

SIGN UP HERE

XO Kristen and Bethany

Outdoor yoga at Nine Lives 🧘‍♀️☀️🐾

Join us Saturdays at 10am this summer for outdoor yoga next to the shop! Classes are beginner-friendly, welcoming to all experience levels, and led by a rotating lineup of wonderful local instructors throughout the season.

Bring a mat or borrow one of ours, dress for the weather, and consider sunscreen, water, and bug spray your new yoga accessories. Classes are held outside in the grass and are weather dependent — check our Facebook event page for updates, cancellations, or changes.

Suggested sliding scale: $10–$20, but if money is tight, don’t let that stop you from stretching your paws with us 💛

Whether you’re a seasoned yoga cat or fully entering your downward-facing-cat era, we’d love to see you.

For the third time, Don't Tell Comedy is taking over Nine Lives for a secret stand-up comedy show on Saturday, May 23rd at 7:30 PM.

Known for hosting comedy shows in unexpected spaces, Don’t Tell transforms our little thrift store into an intimate pop-up venue featuring a surprise lineup of comedians. Tickets and lineup information are available through Don’t Tell Comedy. Expect laughs, good energy, and a very unique night at Nine Lives.

https://www.donttellcomedy.com/shows/minneapolis-19216/