Vintage shoppers and lovers are no doubt already aware…it’s time for the third RetroRama at the Minnesota History Center.

This time ’round we’ll be celebrating 1950’s suburbia. It’s a historical take on “Desperate Housewives.”  The best part? Everyone wears vintage.

Thursday, May 15, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.. Tickets are $15 for non-members. (The Minnesota History Center is at 345 W. Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, 651-259-3000.)

Here are some of the features:

• 1950s fashion show by Anna Lee, Eclecticoiffeur and local designers, many fresh from the Voltage Runway, including Laura Fulk, Anna Lee, Calpurnia Peach, Kerri Riley and Rebecca Yaker.
• Cocktail & cooking demos with Nick Kosevich of Town Talk Diner.
• Shopping boutique by Swank Retro and Via’s Vintage.
• Bingo with celebrity callers.
• Music by Lucy Michelle & the Velvet Lapelles and DJ Jake Rudh.
• Plus 1950­60s photo exhibit, “Suburban World: The Norling Photos“, with author Brad Zellar signing his accompanying book.

One store closes and another one opens. Such is the ebb and flow of retail. This month, the opening and closing is happening across the street.

While we say goodbye to Clutch on 50th and France, across the street, we say hello to Bumbershute. The store is relocating from Wayzata.

These photos are from the scene on Friday evening. The lone 3.1 Phillip dress sat casually in the window as if to say: “Relax. Have a seat. The rest of the fashion will be here soon.” It will soon be joined by D&G, Just Cavalli, and Philosophy.

Sure enough, they opened this week with all of the goods. Don’t worry–I’ll go back for photos of the fully stocked shop. (5014 France Av. S., Edina, 952-475-2684)

Also opening this week or next? BCBG at Galleria. Stay posted for more.

It’s a very sad sale. (Who knew that was possible?) After two and a half years in business, Clutch is closing. They’ll probably be open until the end of the month–right up through the Edina Art Fair. You can stop in to say goodbye and score a handbag or clutch at 30 percent off. Same deal on the website. Bring Kleenex.

Clutch, 5005 Av. S., Mpls, 612-455-0606.

Attention last minute Mother’s Day shoppers: Jeans and jewels are totally timeless.

Denim sale at Nani Nalu/House of Denim: Check out the selection of Anlo jeans for 30 percent off and Parasuco jeans for 20 percent off. Nani Nalu, 3922 W. 50th S.t., Edina, 612-701-0742.

Flowers and silver: You’ll definitely find mom a bunch of beautiful blossoms as well as a pair of pretty earrings by FS jewelry during a trunk show at Luna Vinca. While you’re there, don’t forget to wish them a happy 10th anniversary. Luna Vinca, 3344 Hennepin Av. S., Mpls, 612-823-6178.

Come meet, mingle, and shop with local designers including Kimberly Jurek (pictured in her own designs), Liz Plambeck and Susan Shinnick.

When: Thursday, May 8, 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Gallery 360, 3011 W. 50th St., Mpls, 612-925-2400.

Why: 20 percent off! That deal goes through the weekend, so there’s plenty of time to shop.

Il Vostro: Big clearance sale this weekend. Take 75 percent off some fabulous pieces. This Hale Bob dress was $220 and now it can be yours for $55. (5045 France Av. S., Mpls, 612-920-3167)

Bluebird Boutique:I Don’t forget that today, tomorrow, and Sunday, you can get 20 percent off everything at Bluebird. Everything. So. Worth. It. (3909 W. 50th St., Mpls, 952-746-8675)

Bonus: While you’re on 50th & France, get excited about the future site of Bumbershute (opening May 12) and the Bluebird spin-off accessories store Ladyslipper (opening August).

Flirt: Check out the newest lingerie shop in town and get 15 percent off while you’re at it. (1330 Grand Av., St. Paul, 651-698-3692.