Shade Perennials
Garden Guy Dale K shares his top picks for perennials that are perfect for shady spots and will add a pop of color to your yard.
Garden Guy Dale K shares his top picks for perennials that are perfect for shady spots and will add a pop of color to your yard.
Weekend Event: Back to the Fifties Weekend
It's the 52nd MSRA Back to the Fifties Weekend. There will be nearly 10,000 street rods, customs, classics, and restored vehicles, all dating from 1964 and earlier lining the streets of the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. The show runs June 19th – 21st, 2026. There are also State Fair food vendors, kids activities and live music.
It's the 52nd MSRA Back to the Fifties Weekend. There will be nearly 10,000 street rods, customs, classics, and restored vehicles, all dating from 1964 and earlier lining the streets of the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. The show runs June 19th – 21st, 2026. There are also State Fair food vendors, kids activities and live music.
Juneteenth celebrations this weekend
Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center are combining forces to throw a big Juneteenth Celebration this weekend. June 19th marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, to announce that the Civil War had ended and all enslaved people were free. Brooklyn Park and Brookyln Center are hosting a golf tournament and a community celebration to bring people together.
Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center are combining forces to throw a big Juneteenth Celebration this weekend. June 19th marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, to announce that the Civil War had ended and all enslaved people were free. Brooklyn Park and Brookyln Center are hosting a golf tournament and a community celebration to bring people together.
Dancers rehearse for Special Olympics opening ceremony
The Opening Ceremony for the Special Olympics USA Games will take place Saturday night, June 20th at 6:30pm at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. We visited rehearsals for the creative segment 'Calling all Champions.' Professional dancers from Collide Theatrical will perform alongside four dancers from Interact Center for Performing and Visual Arts. They'll dance to original music from Sounds of Blackness and spoken-word artist NUR-D.
The Opening Ceremony for the Special Olympics USA Games will take place Saturday night, June 20th at 6:30pm at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. We visited rehearsals for the creative segment 'Calling all Champions.' Professional dancers from Collide Theatrical will perform alongside four dancers from Interact Center for Performing and Visual Arts. They'll dance to original music from Sounds of Blackness and spoken-word artist NUR-D.
Hazeltine National Golf Club ready for the spotlight
The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship returns to Hazeltine National Golf Club June 25th - 28th. This week and next, the club is closed to 'rest' before the big event. The grounds crew is doing the opposite as they prepare the course for the cameras.
The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship returns to Hazeltine National Golf Club June 25th - 28th. This week and next, the club is closed to 'rest' before the big event. The grounds crew is doing the opposite as they prepare the course for the cameras.
Top Native Plants for Lanscaping
Garden Guy Dale K checks out MNL to learn more about native plants and urban landscaping, and how they can have a major impact on your yard.
Garden Guy Dale K checks out MNL to learn more about native plants and urban landscaping, and how they can have a major impact on your yard.
Researchers studying peony patch at Landscape Arboretum
For the last four years, a team of researchers at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum has been studying several patches of flowers in the southwest metro. They're trying to find the varieties that will withstand weather, pests, and disease. They're currently studying peonies, magnolia trees, and weigelas. The research plots are not open to the public though they occasionally host tours.
For the last four years, a team of researchers at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum has been studying several patches of flowers in the southwest metro. They're trying to find the varieties that will withstand weather, pests, and disease. They're currently studying peonies, magnolia trees, and weigelas. The research plots are not open to the public though they occasionally host tours.
Weekend event: Antique Motorcycle Show at the fairgrounds
History on two wheels is on display at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds this weekend. The Viking Chapter of the Antique Motorcycle Club of America is hosting a show and swap at the Eco Experience building June 12th and 13th. There are more than 100 bikes on display spanning 1913 to 1991. The show is $10 to attend, while kids 12 and under are free.
History on two wheels is on display at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds this weekend. The Viking Chapter of the Antique Motorcycle Club of America is hosting a show and swap at the Eco Experience building June 12th and 13th. There are more than 100 bikes on display spanning 1913 to 1991. The show is $10 to attend, while kids 12 and under are free.
Ono Hawaiian Plates returns to North Loop
Ono Hawaiian Plates specializes in Hawaiian comfort food and big portions. It is on Washington Avenue with a stunning patio that seats 60. Ono First opened in the North Loop Galley Food Hall six years ago. Their new location will be open Tuesday through Sunday.
Ono Hawaiian Plates specializes in Hawaiian comfort food and big portions. It is on Washington Avenue with a stunning patio that seats 60. Ono First opened in the North Loop Galley Food Hall six years ago. Their new location will be open Tuesday through Sunday.
Mini golf with a view returns to Walker Art Center
Golf and art collide on the rooftop of the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis. The Skyline Mini Golf course has opened for the summer season, and that includes a new artist-designed hole. It's called Indhaha Dayaxa (Eyes of the Moon) and it's created by Ifrah Mansour. It's composed of woven bamboo lattice and East African fabric incased in a resin finish. Skyline Mini Golf is available Wednesday through Sunday. It's $12 for non-members and $10 for members. Kids five and under are free with a paid adult.
Golf and art collide on the rooftop of the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis. The Skyline Mini Golf course has opened for the summer season, and that includes a new artist-designed hole. It's called Indhaha Dayaxa (Eyes of the Moon) and it's created by Ifrah Mansour. It's composed of woven bamboo lattice and East African fabric incased in a resin finish. Skyline Mini Golf is available Wednesday through Sunday. It's $12 for non-members and $10 for members. Kids five and under are free with a paid adult.
What's next for Horace the corpse flower?
Garden Guy Dale K. heads to the Como Conservatory to see what happens after a corpse flower bloom.
Garden Guy Dale K. heads to the Como Conservatory to see what happens after a corpse flower bloom.
Volunteers needed to pack one million meals
A local non-profit has set a goal of filling three shipping containers of meals for children in need, in just two days. Feed my Starving Children is planning its 10th Pack at the Park event. They're hoping to get 3,000 volunteers to join them at Target Field June 10th and 11th. There will be volunteers of all abilities, ages 5 and up for two-hour shifts. It'll take place inside the Thrivent Club. Sign-ups are available on the Feed My Starving Children website.
A local non-profit has set a goal of filling three shipping containers of meals for children in need, in just two days. Feed my Starving Children is planning its 10th Pack at the Park event. They're hoping to get 3,000 volunteers to join them at Target Field June 10th and 11th. There will be volunteers of all abilities, ages 5 and up for two-hour shifts. It'll take place inside the Thrivent Club. Sign-ups are available on the Feed My Starving Children website.
Edina Art Fair begins for 59th year
The Edina Art Fair returns June 5th - 7th at the intersection of 50th and France Avenue. There are 250 artists, food trucks and restaurants, three beverage gardens, two stages of live music and a kids zone. Metro Transit will be giving free rides to the Art Fair and there's free shuttle service from Edina City Hall to the fair Saturday and Sunday.
The Edina Art Fair returns June 5th - 7th at the intersection of 50th and France Avenue. There are 250 artists, food trucks and restaurants, three beverage gardens, two stages of live music and a kids zone. Metro Transit will be giving free rides to the Art Fair and there's free shuttle service from Edina City Hall to the fair Saturday and Sunday.
Senior rock group takes center stage
A group of Twin Cities seniors are defying stereotypes and living out their rockstar dreams. The talented Alive & Kickin' performers are hitting the stage this weekend for A&K Across the U.S.A. The show runs June 5th - 7th at the Bloomington Center for the Arts.
A group of Twin Cities seniors are defying stereotypes and living out their rockstar dreams. The talented Alive & Kickin' performers are hitting the stage this weekend for A&K Across the U.S.A. The show runs June 5th - 7th at the Bloomington Center for the Arts.
Cantus vocal ensemble takes on Dolly Parton hits
Premiere vocal ensemble, Cantus is bringing the songs of Dolly Parton to the stage with fresh interpretations. The show will cover her classics like “Jolene," “9 to 5” and “I Will Always Love You.” Cantus Presents, COVERS: Dolly & Friends runs through June 7th at the Luminary Arts Center at 700 N 1st St. in Minneapolis.
Premiere vocal ensemble, Cantus is bringing the songs of Dolly Parton to the stage with fresh interpretations. The show will cover her classics like “Jolene," “9 to 5” and “I Will Always Love You.” Cantus Presents, COVERS: Dolly & Friends runs through June 7th at the Luminary Arts Center at 700 N 1st St. in Minneapolis.
Wanderlight Trail opens at Minnesota Zoo
The Minnesota Zoo has a new evening event that will light up the night. Wanderlight Trail features larger-than-life lanterns inspired by animals from around the world on a quarter-mile walking trail. It runs Wednesday through Sunday evenings from 7:30 p.m. to midnight.
The Minnesota Zoo has a new evening event that will light up the night. Wanderlight Trail features larger-than-life lanterns inspired by animals from around the world on a quarter-mile walking trail. It runs Wednesday through Sunday evenings from 7:30 p.m. to midnight.
Remote-controlled boat parade coming to Centennial Lakes
The Edina Model Yacht Club is putting on a boat parade Sunday, June 7th, at Centennial Lakes Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be several boats in the pond, both whimsical and historical, and another 100+ on display inside the pavilion. Most of the boats and hand-crafted. The show is free to attend and there is a captain's stand for anyone who wants to try driving one of the remote-controlled tugboats.
The Edina Model Yacht Club is putting on a boat parade Sunday, June 7th, at Centennial Lakes Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be several boats in the pond, both whimsical and historical, and another 100+ on display inside the pavilion. Most of the boats and hand-crafted. The show is free to attend and there is a captain's stand for anyone who wants to try driving one of the remote-controlled tugboats.
Creating a pollinator-friendly garden
Garden Guy Dale K. shares tips for creating a pollinator-friendly garden and shares his top picks for what to plant in any space.
Garden Guy Dale K. shares tips for creating a pollinator-friendly garden and shares his top picks for what to plant in any space.
Bike shop teams up with neighborhood to save historic home
A bike shop in Northeast Minneapolis has rallied the community to help them save a historic home in the neighborhood. The John Cook House was built in 1889 in the Queen Anne style at 948 18th Ave NE. It's one of very few remaining from that time. The home was in bad shape with plans to turn it into a parking lot until Recovery Bike Shop started fundraising to save the home with plans to restore it. They should officially own the home by the end of June and then the work begins.
A bike shop in Northeast Minneapolis has rallied the community to help them save a historic home in the neighborhood. The John Cook House was built in 1889 in the Queen Anne style at 948 18th Ave NE. It's one of very few remaining from that time. The home was in bad shape with plans to turn it into a parking lot until Recovery Bike Shop started fundraising to save the home with plans to restore it. They should officially own the home by the end of June and then the work begins.
Farmers market spotlight: Riverside Farms
The Minneapolis Farmers Market recently opened for its 150th season. The summer season will run through October 31st. A benefit of attending a farmers' market is getting to talk with the farmers and the people who grow our food. One of the vendors who has been a part of the market for 50 years is Riverside Farms in Elk River. It began with two brothers and 96 acres. Now they have more than 450 acres, including 250 acres of sweet corn.
The Minneapolis Farmers Market recently opened for its 150th season. The summer season will run through October 31st. A benefit of attending a farmers' market is getting to talk with the farmers and the people who grow our food. One of the vendors who has been a part of the market for 50 years is Riverside Farms in Elk River. It began with two brothers and 96 acres. Now they have more than 450 acres, including 250 acres of sweet corn.