Ask the Gardener
Garden Guy Dale K tackles viewer questions on weeds, mushrooms, and plants.
Garden Guy Dale K tackles viewer questions on weeds, mushrooms, and plants.
Halloween pet resource fair at AHS
Animal Humane Society will host a pet food popup and resource fair on Halloween from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its St. Paul Pet Clinic on University Avenue. Partners will provide human and pet food, pet care items, pet costumes and other resources for families with pets. The organization is also putting out a call for volunteers for their Temporary Pet Housing program. Participants in the program can receive up to 60 days of pet housing through the foster program when pet parents face a temporary crisis. AHS says it needs more fosters, and even one night, a weekend or a week can help.
Animal Humane Society will host a pet food popup and resource fair on Halloween from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its St. Paul Pet Clinic on University Avenue. Partners will provide human and pet food, pet care items, pet costumes and other resources for families with pets. The organization is also putting out a call for volunteers for their Temporary Pet Housing program. Participants in the program can receive up to 60 days of pet housing through the foster program when pet parents face a temporary crisis. AHS says it needs more fosters, and even one night, a weekend or a week can help.
Mad Hatter Bakery and Cafe opens with British comfort food
British comfort food has arrived in Edina. The Mad Hatter Bakery and Cafe has opened at One Corporate Center with afternoon tea, scones, meat pies, sausages and custom cakes. The cafe is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday for takeout and afternoon tea. The full menu is available Thursday through Saturday. A traditional lunch will be served on Sundays by reservation. It's located at 7300 Metro Blvd.
British comfort food has arrived in Edina. The Mad Hatter Bakery and Cafe has opened at One Corporate Center with afternoon tea, scones, meat pies, sausages and custom cakes. The cafe is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday for takeout and afternoon tea. The full menu is available Thursday through Saturday. A traditional lunch will be served on Sundays by reservation. It's located at 7300 Metro Blvd.
Minnesota's first Japanese cheesecake shop opens in Edina
Edina has a new dessert stop. Mooni Mooni is Minnesota's first Japanese cheesecake shop. It's located at 7575 France Ave. S. near Centennial Lakes park. The cakes are baked in-store every day. The menu also includes cheese tarts, pudding, boba drinks, bingsu, snowbing and rotating gelato. It's open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Edina has a new dessert stop. Mooni Mooni is Minnesota's first Japanese cheesecake shop. It's located at 7575 France Ave. S. near Centennial Lakes park. The cakes are baked in-store every day. The menu also includes cheese tarts, pudding, boba drinks, bingsu, snowbing and rotating gelato. It's open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Tropical threat brewing in the gulf
FOX Weather Hurricane expert Bryan Norcross is tracking the potential for tropical storms in the Gulf.
FOX Weather Hurricane expert Bryan Norcross is tracking the potential for tropical storms in the Gulf.
Halloween returns to Nico's Tacos in Uptown
Nico's Tacos in Uptown shut down for four days so staff could turn the restaurant into a two-floor Halloween pop-up. After a strong response last year, the Minneapolis restaurant started decorating earlier this time. The display stays up through Nov. 3 before shifting to Nico's Navidad. Nico's Tacos has three locations. The Halloween pop-up is located at 2516 Hennepin Ave S.
Nico's Tacos in Uptown shut down for four days so staff could turn the restaurant into a two-floor Halloween pop-up. After a strong response last year, the Minneapolis restaurant started decorating earlier this time. The display stays up through Nov. 3 before shifting to Nico's Navidad. Nico's Tacos has three locations. The Halloween pop-up is located at 2516 Hennepin Ave S.
Significant fashion exhibition opens in Minneapolis
The Minneapolis Institute of Art is bringing a rare collection of haute couture to Minneapolis, with more than 80 garments on loan from the Palais Galliera, the Paris Fashion Museum. "Paris Couture" opens Sunday, Oct. 4, in the Target Galleries and runs through Jan. 17, with general admission priced at $20.
The Minneapolis Institute of Art is bringing a rare collection of haute couture to Minneapolis, with more than 80 garments on loan from the Palais Galliera, the Paris Fashion Museum. "Paris Couture" opens Sunday, Oct. 4, in the Target Galleries and runs through Jan. 17, with general admission priced at $20.
What's inside Chaska's new North Star Pumpkin Town
A brand-new fall experience just opened in Chaska and it's designed for the whole family — no haunted houses, no jump scares. North Star Pumpkin Town features thousands of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, larger-than-life characters and a Minnesota-inspired town. It's on the same property as Scream Town and The Abandoned Hayride.
A brand-new fall experience just opened in Chaska and it's designed for the whole family — no haunted houses, no jump scares. North Star Pumpkin Town features thousands of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, larger-than-life characters and a Minnesota-inspired town. It's on the same property as Scream Town and The Abandoned Hayride.
Peanuts musical brings nostalgia to the stage
A beloved classic musical comedy about the Peanuts gang is coming to the Bloomington Center for the Arts. 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' runs October 1st through the 25th. The production is from the Artistry Theater and Visual Arts team. Preview performances are available at discounted rates before the official opening night, October 3rd.
A beloved classic musical comedy about the Peanuts gang is coming to the Bloomington Center for the Arts. 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' runs October 1st through the 25th. The production is from the Artistry Theater and Visual Arts team. Preview performances are available at discounted rates before the official opening night, October 3rd.
Hopkins plant sale brings rare finds and free gardening advice
Thousands of houseplants — tropicals, succulents, orchids and rare finds — will be up for grabs at a houseplant sale in Hopkins this Saturday. Hennepin County Master Gardener volunteers will be on the floor to help you find the right plant for your space and you can also browse decorative pots and gardening books. The sale is free to attend. It will be at the Hopkins Eisenhower Community Center on Oct. 3 from noon to 3 p.m.
Thousands of houseplants — tropicals, succulents, orchids and rare finds — will be up for grabs at a houseplant sale in Hopkins this Saturday. Hennepin County Master Gardener volunteers will be on the floor to help you find the right plant for your space and you can also browse decorative pots and gardening books. The sale is free to attend. It will be at the Hopkins Eisenhower Community Center on Oct. 3 from noon to 3 p.m.
Pumpkin harvest: 500+ varieties on display
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is in the middle of its annual pumpkin harvest, featuring more than 500 varieties of pumpkins, squash and gourds. They can be seen in front of the Apple House. One harvesting date remains — Monday, Sept. 29, from 8 a.m. to noon. The pumpkins will be displayed throughout the arboretum grounds from Oct. 3rd to the 31st.
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is in the middle of its annual pumpkin harvest, featuring more than 500 varieties of pumpkins, squash and gourds. They can be seen in front of the Apple House. One harvesting date remains — Monday, Sept. 29, from 8 a.m. to noon. The pumpkins will be displayed throughout the arboretum grounds from Oct. 3rd to the 31st.
Twin Cities Fear Fest: New haunts and Magic of Halloween debut
Twin Cities Fear Fest is returning to Mall of America for its second season, bringing two new haunted experiences and a brand-new family-friendly attraction to the mix. The Halloween destination is set to open select nights from Sept. 25 through Nov. 1.
Twin Cities Fear Fest is returning to Mall of America for its second season, bringing two new haunted experiences and a brand-new family-friendly attraction to the mix. The Halloween destination is set to open select nights from Sept. 25 through Nov. 1.
Fall Harvest at the Arb
Garden Guy Dale K checks out the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and the newest apples they are growing.
Garden Guy Dale K checks out the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and the newest apples they are growing.
What's inside St. Paul's most historic homes? Tour opens Sunday
The Historic Hills House Tour is returning to St. Paul's Summit and Ramsey Hill neighborhoods for the first time in two years, offering self-guided access to 15 historic homes. One of the featured stops is 881 Lincoln Ave., a home built in 1899 and designed by St. Paul architect Saunders A. Varnam. The residence blends Queen Anne and Colonial Revival architectural styles.
The Historic Hills House Tour is returning to St. Paul's Summit and Ramsey Hill neighborhoods for the first time in two years, offering self-guided access to 15 historic homes. One of the featured stops is 881 Lincoln Ave., a home built in 1899 and designed by St. Paul architect Saunders A. Varnam. The residence blends Queen Anne and Colonial Revival architectural styles.
Square Roots Restaurant opens in Longfellow Neighborhood
Square Roots, a new Afro Creole Southern restaurant, has opened in the Historic Coliseum Building in Minneapolis. Beyond the menu, the restaurant operates with a built-in commitment to opportunity — offering paid hospitality residencies as part of its business model.
Square Roots, a new Afro Creole Southern restaurant, has opened in the Historic Coliseum Building in Minneapolis. Beyond the menu, the restaurant operates with a built-in commitment to opportunity — offering paid hospitality residencies as part of its business model.
Saffron reopens in Northeast Minneapolis
Saffron, a wood-fired restaurant rooted in Palestinian cuisine, is back in Minneapolis after closing about a decade ago. The restaurant, led by chef Sameh Wadi, is now open at the former Young Joni location in Northeast Minneapolis.
Saffron, a wood-fired restaurant rooted in Palestinian cuisine, is back in Minneapolis after closing about a decade ago. The restaurant, led by chef Sameh Wadi, is now open at the former Young Joni location in Northeast Minneapolis.
Tour 15 Summit and Ramsey Hill homes this Sunday
The Historic Hill House Tour returns Sunday in St. Paul, offering a self-guided look inside 15 homes in the Summit and Ramsey Hill neighborhoods. The tour runs from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday and proceeds go directly toward neighborhood projects, including park upgrades and community grants. Among the homes featured is the Schuneman House at 489 Grand Hill — a 100-year-old residence designed by architect Alan Stem, who is also known for his work on the University Club and Grand Central Station.
The Historic Hill House Tour returns Sunday in St. Paul, offering a self-guided look inside 15 homes in the Summit and Ramsey Hill neighborhoods. The tour runs from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday and proceeds go directly toward neighborhood projects, including park upgrades and community grants. Among the homes featured is the Schuneman House at 489 Grand Hill — a 100-year-old residence designed by architect Alan Stem, who is also known for his work on the University Club and Grand Central Station.
Remembering loved ones with lanterns
Lakewood Cemetery is inviting the public to a two-night lantern event dedicated to remembering and honoring loved ones. The event runs Friday, Sept. 18 and Saturday, Sept. 19, from 5:00–8:30 p.m. at 3600 Hennepin Ave. Entry is free, with lanterns available for $15 on the day of the event.
Lakewood Cemetery is inviting the public to a two-night lantern event dedicated to remembering and honoring loved ones. The event runs Friday, Sept. 18 and Saturday, Sept. 19, from 5:00–8:30 p.m. at 3600 Hennepin Ave. Entry is free, with lanterns available for $15 on the day of the event.
Valleyfair goes full Halloween mode
Valleyfair's annual ValleyScare event is set to return this weekend. Doors open for the first time Friday, Sept. 19, with the event running every Friday and Saturday night through Oct. 31. Haunted mazes, immersive scare zones and live entertainment are among the featured experiences throughout the park. The family-friendly Tricks and Treats returns September 26th.
Valleyfair's annual ValleyScare event is set to return this weekend. Doors open for the first time Friday, Sept. 19, with the event running every Friday and Saturday night through Oct. 31. Haunted mazes, immersive scare zones and live entertainment are among the featured experiences throughout the park. The family-friendly Tricks and Treats returns September 26th.
The Ultimate Gathering Space: Sirkel Kjøre home in Edina
The Sirkel Kjøre home in Edina is featured on the upcoming Homes by Architects tour. There are 12 homes to explore from new construction to remodeled projects. The self-guided tour takes place on Saturday, Sept. 19 and Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.
The Sirkel Kjøre home in Edina is featured on the upcoming Homes by Architects tour. There are 12 homes to explore from new construction to remodeled projects. The self-guided tour takes place on Saturday, Sept. 19 and Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.