Celebrate National Dog Day by supporting these local organizations
In case you missed it, this past Sunday was National Dog Day. I know there’s a lot of "National Days," but I felt this one was a celebration we can all get behind. Officially...
Shopcicle: The latest Twin Cities pop up market offers something for everyone
You won’t find the same thing twice shopping at the Shopcicle market - partly because this unique market only happens on the third Thursday of every month and features an array one-of-kind products from...
3 magical events to celebrate the last days of summer
As August winds down, most of us Minnesotans have our eyes and, well, stomachs focused on the Minnesota State Fair. But don’t call the end of summer done just because you’ve had your fill of...
You don’t have to be a runner to enjoy the Run For Beer Brewery...
A few of my more ambitious friends have officially signed up for the Twin Cities Marathon. And after listening to their workout routines and running plans, I got all excited and inspired to try...
5 tips and tricks to get the most out of the Minnesota State Fair
Over a million Minnesotans flock to the Minnesota State Fair every year. And most of us know the important facts: Where you can find the gooiest cheese curds, the best route to Sweet Martha’s...
Explore 5 amazing sculpture parks that aren’t the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Most Minnesotans know the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, home to the iconic cherry and spoon (officially titled "Spoonbridge and Cherry"). The more I think about it, however, and as wonderful as it is, the Minneapolis...
Minnesota’s Open Arms takes the food/health connection to a whole new level
We’ve come a long way since the fat-free craze in the 90s, indulging in sugar-laced Snackwell cookies and pudding cups as if they were a healthier treat. (And yes those were definitely two of...
The Minnesota Zoo unveils new family gateway entrance
If you have been to the Minnesota Zoo at some point in the past 20 years, you have more than likely been to the Wells Fargo Family Farm. It is easily one of the...
5 Beautiful Hiking Trails Right in the Heart of the Twin Cities
One of the best ways to escape the business busy-ness and the stress of day-to-day life is to get outside and get into nature. And one of the cheapest and easiest ways...
2018 Minnesota Migratory Waterfowl Stamp Contest
Calling all wildlife drawers, painters, graphic designers: Artists can submit entries for the 2019 Minnesota Migratory Waterfowl Stamp contest starting Monday, August 20, until 4pm on Friday, August 31.
And the fowlest of subjects to...
