40,000 tulips in bloom at the Arboretum
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40,000 tulips in bloom at the Arboretum

The showy tulip bloom is underway at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. The bloom is expected to last at least another week if not two. There are 135 varieties on display. The bulbs were planted in the fall by a mix of staff and volunteers over 520 hours. To keep up with the status of the tulips keep an eye on the Arboretum’s social media pages. The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is located at 3675 Arboretum Drive in Chaska. Online tickets are required in advance for all Arboretum visitors.

School bus 'Roadeo' in Farmington
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School bus 'Roadeo' in Farmington

Saturday was the Farmington Bus Roadeo, which has been going on for 25 years. 70 bus drivers from around Minnesota competed, with the winners will compete statewide and then nationals.

Mall of America's guide to Mother's Day shopping
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Mall of America's guide to Mother's Day shopping

Mother’s Day is fast approaching on May 12. Trend Specialist Sara Rogers joined the FOX 9 Morning news for some gift ideas, including a discount opportunity for the Mall of America’s newest jewelry store.

Mpls Farmers Market starts Saturday, with new hours
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Mpls Farmers Market starts Saturday, with new hours

The Minneapolis Farmer's Market is kicking off on Saturday, May 4, with new days and hours. Executive Director of the farmer's market, Ashley Nathe, was on FOX9's Good Day to showcase what to expect in this year's market. Here are the updated days and hours: Wednesday-Friday 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday and Sunday 6 a.m.-1 p.m. To learn more about the Minneapolis Farmer's Market, head to mplsfarmersmarket.com.

Choo Choo Bob’s moves to new Union Depot location
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Choo Choo Bob’s moves to new Union Depot location

A beloved kids' toy store returned to St. Paul's Union Depot. Choo Choo Bob’s Train Store is now on the main floor of the historic transportation hub. The train-themed toy store and play area opened in 2005 on Marshall Avenue. Four years ago it moved to a temporary spot in St. Louis Park. Long-time employee "Engineer Paul" is still a fixture at the shop and does story time two times a week.

Minneapolis Cider Co. to host hobby horse contest
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Minneapolis Cider Co. to host hobby horse contest

For Kentucky Derby weekend, Minneapolis Cider Company is going all in on the hobby horse craze after videos of a Finnish hobby horse competition went viral. There will be competitions throughout the day on May 4 and hobby horses provided. There will also be real mini ponies, pickleball, and Kentucky Derby-themed prizes. It’s also the Cider Company’s five-year anniversary.

Oncologist talks about screening guidelines
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Oncologist talks about screening guidelines

Early detection can make a huge difference for cancer patients of any age, but it seems like the guidelines for when to get checked are always changing. Allina oncologist Dr. Joleen Hubbard joined FOX 9 Good Day to discuss recent changes in recommendations for breast cancer screenings and ways to lower your overall risk of developing cancer in your lifetime.

Wings of the North spring pancake breakfast
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Wings of the North spring pancake breakfast

This weekend, Wings of the North Aviation Museum is serving up breakfast with a side of history. The spring pancake breakfast is Saturday, May 4 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The WOTN Museum is located at Flying Cloud Airport near Gate H. The breakfast is a fundraiser for the nonprofit museum. The cost is $10 per adult, $25 for a family of two adults and two kids, $5 for additional kids ages 6 to 12, and free for kids age 5 and under. Museum admission is included with the cost of the breakfast.

Lakewood Cemetery's ‘Music in the Chapel’ concert series
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Lakewood Cemetery's ‘Music in the Chapel’ concert series

The summer concert series kick off this weekend in an unlikely place. Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis is bringing back ‘Music in the Chapel.’ The concerts are held in the Memorial Chapel which was built in 1910 and is adorned with 10 million mosaic glass tiles. The space is small, seating 160 so many of the shows sell out. The concerts are held once a month through December. The first show is May 5 but it’s sold out. The next concert will be on June 2 with J.E. Sunde. They are also opening a new Welcome Center this week. The ribbon cutting and open house will be on Wednesday May t1 from 3-7 p.m. More info: https://www.lakewoodcemetery.org/events-calendar/music-in-the-chapel/

Spring makeup trends and must-have items
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Spring makeup trends and must-have items

Hillary Kline of Kline Artistry stopped by FOX 9's Good Day to show off the latest trends in makeup and some must-have items this season, including a setting spray approved by Beyoncé herself.

Minnesota Zoo brings the cuteness with Farm Babies
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Minnesota Zoo brings the cuteness with Farm Babies

The Minnesota Zoo is celebrating several new arrivals with the return of Farm Babies. So far, there are seven goat kids, one cria, one calf, a flock of chicks and many more on the way including lambs and kunekune piglets. Farm Babies runs through May 19. The zoo is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and tickets must be purchased online in advance.