Step inside Finn's Frog Farm
What started out as a family hobby is now a full-fledged business in Cottage Grove. Finn's Frog Farm specializes in captive bred tree frogs, dart frogs, ground dwelling frogs and all the things one would need to support them. They are in the process of adding a classroom for future camps and learning opportunities. They are open Wednesday through Sunday.
What started out as a family hobby is now a full-fledged business in Cottage Grove. Finn's Frog Farm specializes in captive bred tree frogs, dart frogs, ground dwelling frogs and all the things one would need to support them. They are in the process of adding a classroom for future camps and learning opportunities. They are open Wednesday through Sunday.
Free prostate cancer screening event
A Minnesota non-profit hopes a free screening event this weekend can help with the early detection of prostate cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Saturday, the Minnesota Urology Foundation is holding a free screening at the New Salem Baptist Church in Minneapolis from 10am - 2pm.
A Minnesota non-profit hopes a free screening event this weekend can help with the early detection of prostate cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Saturday, the Minnesota Urology Foundation is holding a free screening at the New Salem Baptist Church in Minneapolis from 10am - 2pm.
Syrup Season: How to identify and tap a maple tree
The freezing and thawing cycle is ideal for sap collection and starting this weekend, there are events planned that allow folks to learn more about the maple syruping process from start to finish. Three Rivers Park District operates 20 parks all across the Twin Cities. We ventured to the Lowry Nature Center in Victoria to start the tapping process.
The freezing and thawing cycle is ideal for sap collection and starting this weekend, there are events planned that allow folks to learn more about the maple syruping process from start to finish. Three Rivers Park District operates 20 parks all across the Twin Cities. We ventured to the Lowry Nature Center in Victoria to start the tapping process.
Meet Regi; ambassador owl at the Lowry Nature Center
Three Rivers Park District offers a 'Raptors up Close' program where you can learn about their ambassador animals like Regi the great horned owl.
Three Rivers Park District offers a 'Raptors up Close' program where you can learn about their ambassador animals like Regi the great horned owl.
Home and Garden Show begins at Convention Center
Spring has arrived in downtown Minneapolis. The Home and Garden Show is underway at the Convention Center. The show runs February 25th through March 1st.
Spring has arrived in downtown Minneapolis. The Home and Garden Show is underway at the Convention Center. The show runs February 25th through March 1st.
Mattress races return to Buck Hill
Costumed teams will hop on mattresses and race down Buck Hill in Burnsville this weekend. The Original Mattress Factory Bedrace for Bridging event raises money for a local non-profit that supports families as they transition into stable housing by providing furniture and household items. There is still time to register a team. Races begin Saturday at 6 p.m. Bridging supports more than 5,000 families in the metro and has three warehouses across the Twin Cities.
Costumed teams will hop on mattresses and race down Buck Hill in Burnsville this weekend. The Original Mattress Factory Bedrace for Bridging event raises money for a local non-profit that supports families as they transition into stable housing by providing furniture and household items. There is still time to register a team. Races begin Saturday at 6 p.m. Bridging supports more than 5,000 families in the metro and has three warehouses across the Twin Cities.
The best variegated house plants
Garden Guy Dale K. takes a deep dive into the world of Variegated house plants and shows off some of his favorites.
Garden Guy Dale K. takes a deep dive into the world of Variegated house plants and shows off some of his favorites.
Buck Hill opens for uphill skiing
For the last few years, Buck Hill has been opening early on Friday mornings offering 'uphill access.' Each year, more and more people turn out. The lights aren't on, the chairlifts aren't running, but skiers and boarders are welcome to bring their gear to trek uphill and coast back down. Uphill Access runs from 6am to 8:30am and costs $10. The program will be offered while weather permits.
For the last few years, Buck Hill has been opening early on Friday mornings offering 'uphill access.' Each year, more and more people turn out. The lights aren't on, the chairlifts aren't running, but skiers and boarders are welcome to bring their gear to trek uphill and coast back down. Uphill Access runs from 6am to 8:30am and costs $10. The program will be offered while weather permits.
Hidden Gem: Osseo Meat Market
In our latest hidden gem, FOX 9 Good Day heads to the Osseo Meat Market & Deli to explore the hidden trinkets scattered among the shelves filled with great grocery, deli items and more!
In our latest hidden gem, FOX 9 Good Day heads to the Osseo Meat Market & Deli to explore the hidden trinkets scattered among the shelves filled with great grocery, deli items and more!
From small-town Eveleth to coach for USA Curling
As the US Women's Curling Team rounds out their time at the Winter Olympics, their coach is marking a milestone for his career. Phill Drobnick will retire after the games after serving as the coach for USA curling since the 2010 games. Drobnick is from Eveleth, a town rich with Olympic history. He shares what it's like to round out his Olympic coaching career.
As the US Women's Curling Team rounds out their time at the Winter Olympics, their coach is marking a milestone for his career. Phill Drobnick will retire after the games after serving as the coach for USA curling since the 2010 games. Drobnick is from Eveleth, a town rich with Olympic history. He shares what it's like to round out his Olympic coaching career.
Canterbury Park to host Extreme Horse Skijoring
Horses will run at Canterbury Park this weekend but unlike the summer racing season, they'll be pulling skiers and snowboarders through a course and over jumps. Extreme Horse Skijoring will take place on Saturday and Sunday, February 21 and 22. More than 350 participants and 150 horses are expected to compete. Dachshund and corgi races are also planned for weekend along with bonfires, smores and a kids zone.
Horses will run at Canterbury Park this weekend but unlike the summer racing season, they'll be pulling skiers and snowboarders through a course and over jumps. Extreme Horse Skijoring will take place on Saturday and Sunday, February 21 and 22. More than 350 participants and 150 horses are expected to compete. Dachshund and corgi races are also planned for weekend along with bonfires, smores and a kids zone.
Fort-building adventure awaits at Children's Theatre Company
Forts! Build Your Own Adventure, is now running at Children's Theatre Company. It takes place on the Cargill Stage. There's a cushy foam floor, couches, blankets, towers of cardboard boxes and flashlights. Kids and adults can use what they want to build what they want. Forts! runs from February 13-April 5, 2026.
Forts! Build Your Own Adventure, is now running at Children's Theatre Company. It takes place on the Cargill Stage. There's a cushy foam floor, couches, blankets, towers of cardboard boxes and flashlights. Kids and adults can use what they want to build what they want. Forts! runs from February 13-April 5, 2026.
Preparing for gardening season
Garden Guy Dale K. offers some tips for getting your yard and garden ready for spring, even in February.
Garden Guy Dale K. offers some tips for getting your yard and garden ready for spring, even in February.
Line dancing makes a comeback
A local group is line dancing and two-steppin' all over the Twin Cities. Hold Your Lady Tight Night (HYLTN) emerged out of the pandemic. HYLTN teaches line dance and two step lessons weekly. You don't need a partner or experience and dancers of all ages and skills are welcome.
A local group is line dancing and two-steppin' all over the Twin Cities. Hold Your Lady Tight Night (HYLTN) emerged out of the pandemic. HYLTN teaches line dance and two step lessons weekly. You don't need a partner or experience and dancers of all ages and skills are welcome.
Bluey's backyard opens at Southdale Center
The CAMP brand has opened Bluey's Backyard at Edina's Southdale Center. The 3,500 square foot immersive play experience inspired by the Emmy award winning series. It is located on the main floor near Life Time and will be in place through March 31st.
The CAMP brand has opened Bluey's Backyard at Edina's Southdale Center. The 3,500 square foot immersive play experience inspired by the Emmy award winning series. It is located on the main floor near Life Time and will be in place through March 31st.
Couple's 66-year marriage began with a 'little white lie’
Jane and Gene Borochoff share a love story that began with a surprising twist involving letters.
Jane and Gene Borochoff share a love story that began with a surprising twist involving letters.
Kao Kalia Yang Celebrates Memories in New Book
Author Kao Kalia Yang is out with her latest children's books sharing a story of life in a new country as a child and the family home that holds so many fond memories.
Author Kao Kalia Yang is out with her latest children's books sharing a story of life in a new country as a child and the family home that holds so many fond memories.
Language of Flowers
The type and color of flowers you pick out tell their own story. Garden Guy Dale K. shares the message behind Valentine's Day flowers.
The type and color of flowers you pick out tell their own story. Garden Guy Dale K. shares the message behind Valentine's Day flowers.
Curling night out in Chaska
The Winter Olympic Games are generating a lot of buzz locally. There are two dozen Minnesotans to cheer for including five members of the men's and women's curling team. Many of those athletes train at the Chaska Curling Center. Shayne Wells paid a visit to the ice to see how the club is getting ready to cheer them on and welcome new people to the sport.
The Winter Olympic Games are generating a lot of buzz locally. There are two dozen Minnesotans to cheer for including five members of the men's and women's curling team. Many of those athletes train at the Chaska Curling Center. Shayne Wells paid a visit to the ice to see how the club is getting ready to cheer them on and welcome new people to the sport.
New blooms at Como Conservatory Winter Flower Show
Garden Guy Dale K. checks out the winter flower show at Como Conservatory, a warm spot to explore during Minnesota's cold winters.
Garden Guy Dale K. checks out the winter flower show at Como Conservatory, a warm spot to explore during Minnesota's cold winters.