Meet the artists: Northrup King Building
Hundreds of artists have set up shop in the Northrup King Building in Northeast Minneapolis and on the first Thursday of each month, the doors to the studios open up and there?s four enormous floors of art to explore. This week, we visited two studios, Allison Johanson, a painter in Gallery Space No. 467 and Chris Rackley?s exhibit ?Life as a Mall Brat? on display now in the Kolman & Reeb Gallery on the third floor. The entire NE Minneapolis Arts District participates in the First Thursday event each month.
Hundreds of artists have set up shop in the Northrup King Building in Northeast Minneapolis and on the first Thursday of each month, the doors to the studios open up and there?s four enormous floors of art to explore. This week, we visited two studios, Allison Johanson, a painter in Gallery Space No. 467 and Chris Rackley?s exhibit ?Life as a Mall Brat? on display now in the Kolman & Reeb Gallery on the third floor. The entire NE Minneapolis Arts District participates in the First Thursday event each month.
Fall Crawl: A local, women-owned shopping experience
Several women-owned vintage shops across the Twin Cities have come together to create a month-long shopping experience. The Vintage Fall Crawl is modeled after a pub crawl. There are 14 shops on the crawl in Minneapolis and St. Paul. These shops offer an array of vintage goods, including clothing, home decor, furniture, jewelry, accessories, art and more. They?ve even created a passport that will give shoppers a 10% discount. The Vintage Fall Crawl runs for the entire month of October. Here are the 14 participating shops: Betty?s Antiques, Encore Boutique, Style Society, Succotash, The Mustache Cat, Olio Vintage, Moth Oddities, Up Six Vintage, Legacy, Audrey Rose Vintage, The Golden Pearl Vintage, Tandem Vintage, Carousel + Folk, b. Resale
Several women-owned vintage shops across the Twin Cities have come together to create a month-long shopping experience. The Vintage Fall Crawl is modeled after a pub crawl. There are 14 shops on the crawl in Minneapolis and St. Paul. These shops offer an array of vintage goods, including clothing, home decor, furniture, jewelry, accessories, art and more. They?ve even created a passport that will give shoppers a 10% discount. The Vintage Fall Crawl runs for the entire month of October. Here are the 14 participating shops: Betty?s Antiques, Encore Boutique, Style Society, Succotash, The Mustache Cat, Olio Vintage, Moth Oddities, Up Six Vintage, Legacy, Audrey Rose Vintage, The Golden Pearl Vintage, Tandem Vintage, Carousel + Folk, b. Resale
Minnesota Zoo aglow with 5,000 jack-o-lanterns
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular is back at the Minnesota Zoo for year five. Thousands of glowing carved pumpkins have been installed in the treescape of the zoo, lining a quarter-mile walking trail. This years? theme is the four seasons. The event runs evenings through November 4th. Tickets need to be purchased ahead of time on the zoo?s website.
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular is back at the Minnesota Zoo for year five. Thousands of glowing carved pumpkins have been installed in the treescape of the zoo, lining a quarter-mile walking trail. This years? theme is the four seasons. The event runs evenings through November 4th. Tickets need to be purchased ahead of time on the zoo?s website.
The Great Gatsby by Collide Theatrical Dance Company
A classic story bursting with glitz and glam is taking the stage in Minneapolis. Collide Theatrical Dance Company is bringing ?The Great Gatsby? to life on stage through dance and live music. The song selection includes artists like Lady Gaga and Beyonce. The show runs Sept. 29 through Oct.15 at the Luminary Arts Center in the North Loop. Collide was established by founder Regina Peluso in 2013. Since then she?s produced 25 original dance theater productions.
A classic story bursting with glitz and glam is taking the stage in Minneapolis. Collide Theatrical Dance Company is bringing ?The Great Gatsby? to life on stage through dance and live music. The song selection includes artists like Lady Gaga and Beyonce. The show runs Sept. 29 through Oct.15 at the Luminary Arts Center in the North Loop. Collide was established by founder Regina Peluso in 2013. Since then she?s produced 25 original dance theater productions.
Band Box reopens in Minneapolis
A piece of Minneapolis history is back in business. Band Box Diner first opened in 1939 on the corner of 10th Street and 14th Avenue in the Elliot Park Neighborhood. At one time, there were 15 locations, but by the 70?s only the original remained. In 1998, Brad and Heather Ptacek took over. They ran it up until the pandemic shutdown in March of 2020. On September 14th, three years after it closed, the Facebook page came back to life with the post ?We?re Back.? The diner is open Wednesday to Friday, 9am to 3pm and on Saturday from 9am to 2pm.
A piece of Minneapolis history is back in business. Band Box Diner first opened in 1939 on the corner of 10th Street and 14th Avenue in the Elliot Park Neighborhood. At one time, there were 15 locations, but by the 70?s only the original remained. In 1998, Brad and Heather Ptacek took over. They ran it up until the pandemic shutdown in March of 2020. On September 14th, three years after it closed, the Facebook page came back to life with the post ?We?re Back.? The diner is open Wednesday to Friday, 9am to 3pm and on Saturday from 9am to 2pm.
Musical comedy, The Church Basement Ladies, returns to the stage in Burnsville
The Church Basements Ladies are back with a new musical titled ?A Mighty Fortress is our Basement.? The show is set in rural Minnesota in the 60?s. The concept first launched in 2005 and is still going strong nearly 20 years later with more than three-million theatergoers taking in the shows. The newest musical is playing now at the Ames Center in Burnsville. It runs through November 12th.
The Church Basements Ladies are back with a new musical titled ?A Mighty Fortress is our Basement.? The show is set in rural Minnesota in the 60?s. The concept first launched in 2005 and is still going strong nearly 20 years later with more than three-million theatergoers taking in the shows. The newest musical is playing now at the Ames Center in Burnsville. It runs through November 12th.
Authentic Mexican restaurant and market opens in Apple Valley
Bodega42 Fresh Market and Homshuk restaurant are the newest additions to the south metro. The new concept is located on Galaxie Avenue just south of County Road 42. The restaurant with a big patio, sources its ingredients from the market including fresh tortillas made in-house. The market also has a butcher, deli, grab-and-go section, and a bakery. The restaurant and market are open seven days a week.
Bodega42 Fresh Market and Homshuk restaurant are the newest additions to the south metro. The new concept is located on Galaxie Avenue just south of County Road 42. The restaurant with a big patio, sources its ingredients from the market including fresh tortillas made in-house. The market also has a butcher, deli, grab-and-go section, and a bakery. The restaurant and market are open seven days a week.
Canterbury Park's junk bonanza returns
In the last few years, there?s been a lot of stories about fast-furniture clogging landfills and this could partly explain why vintage continues to trend in home d?cor. This weekend there?s an event that caters to those who love finding that hidden gem. 150 makers and vintage collectors have come together at Canterbury Park to create a unique retail experience known as ?Junk Bonanza.? The even runs from 9am to 5pm on September 22nd and 23rd. Tickets are $12 at the door.
In the last few years, there?s been a lot of stories about fast-furniture clogging landfills and this could partly explain why vintage continues to trend in home d?cor. This weekend there?s an event that caters to those who love finding that hidden gem. 150 makers and vintage collectors have come together at Canterbury Park to create a unique retail experience known as ?Junk Bonanza.? The even runs from 9am to 5pm on September 22nd and 23rd. Tickets are $12 at the door.
Isles Buns celebrates 30 years
Isles Bun & Coffee has been a Minneapolis staple since 1993. Located near the corner of Hennepin Avenue and 28th Street, the shop is known for its gigantic fresh-baked cinnamon rolls and best-seller, the puppy-dog tails with cream cheese frosting. The original recipes have stayed the same, but the Veigel family has added some savory options since taking over in 2000. The shop is open from 6:30am to 5pm.
Isles Bun & Coffee has been a Minneapolis staple since 1993. Located near the corner of Hennepin Avenue and 28th Street, the shop is known for its gigantic fresh-baked cinnamon rolls and best-seller, the puppy-dog tails with cream cheese frosting. The original recipes have stayed the same, but the Veigel family has added some savory options since taking over in 2000. The shop is open from 6:30am to 5pm.
Coffee, cuddles at Roseville?s new cat cafe
Minneapolis? first cat caf? has relocated to Roseville. Caf? Meow is now at the corner of Lexington Parkway at Larpenteur Avenue. The new space offers more parking and a bigger area for cats. At the moment, 28 cats have moved into the new location. The caf? and cat space are separated so you can visit the shop for coffee and baked goods without mingling with cats, or you can do both. There is a small fee to hang with the cats that helps pay for their care. The New Hope location is still open as well. Since it?s opening in 2018, Caf? Meow has found 934 cats a home.
Minneapolis? first cat caf? has relocated to Roseville. Caf? Meow is now at the corner of Lexington Parkway at Larpenteur Avenue. The new space offers more parking and a bigger area for cats. At the moment, 28 cats have moved into the new location. The caf? and cat space are separated so you can visit the shop for coffee and baked goods without mingling with cats, or you can do both. There is a small fee to hang with the cats that helps pay for their care. The New Hope location is still open as well. Since it?s opening in 2018, Caf? Meow has found 934 cats a home.
First Avenue partners with Wrecktangle Pizza on new restaurant
It?s been quite the year for the Wrecktangle Pizza crew. They were named ?Best Pizza in America? in early 2023 and people flocked to get their hands on the Detroit-style pizza with a Minnesota twist. Now they?ve partnered with First Avenue to open a new spot in St. Paul that?s offering more than just pizza. Wrestaurant at the Palace will have all the favorites plus new creations. It?s next door to the Palace Theatre which is co-operated by First Avenue. The Wrestaurant at the Palace is at 33 West 7th Place. They?re open seven days a week.
It?s been quite the year for the Wrecktangle Pizza crew. They were named ?Best Pizza in America? in early 2023 and people flocked to get their hands on the Detroit-style pizza with a Minnesota twist. Now they?ve partnered with First Avenue to open a new spot in St. Paul that?s offering more than just pizza. Wrestaurant at the Palace will have all the favorites plus new creations. It?s next door to the Palace Theatre which is co-operated by First Avenue. The Wrestaurant at the Palace is at 33 West 7th Place. They?re open seven days a week.
Haunting experience comes to Mall of America
It?s getting spooky at the Mall of America. The crew behind American Monsters has created a brand new, one-of-a-kind haunted attraction at the mall. It?s located on level 2 in the former vaccination site. The story-driven haunt is called Onionhead?s Revenge. It?s based off a Louisiana folktale so the area has been transformed into the bayou. There are different levels of tickets and experiences within the attraction. It opens Friday, Sept. 15 and will run through Halloween. It?s a no-touch experience but it?s still quite spooky so its recommended that kids be 10 and up.
It?s getting spooky at the Mall of America. The crew behind American Monsters has created a brand new, one-of-a-kind haunted attraction at the mall. It?s located on level 2 in the former vaccination site. The story-driven haunt is called Onionhead?s Revenge. It?s based off a Louisiana folktale so the area has been transformed into the bayou. There are different levels of tickets and experiences within the attraction. It opens Friday, Sept. 15 and will run through Halloween. It?s a no-touch experience but it?s still quite spooky so its recommended that kids be 10 and up.
Pickleball gym with restaurant opens in Maple Grove
Pickleball gyms are popping up all over the metro, but a new one in Maple Grove is serving up more than just aces. Pints & Paddle has plenty of courts to play, but there?s also a large restaurant and taproom. The Kitchen has an extensive menu including hot-honey cheese curds and sticky ribs, more than four dozen self-serve taps with plenty of beer, cider, wine, cocktail and mocktail options. The pickleball courts open at 6 a.m. daily. It?s located at 15450 Grove Circle N, Maple Grove.
Pickleball gyms are popping up all over the metro, but a new one in Maple Grove is serving up more than just aces. Pints & Paddle has plenty of courts to play, but there?s also a large restaurant and taproom. The Kitchen has an extensive menu including hot-honey cheese curds and sticky ribs, more than four dozen self-serve taps with plenty of beer, cider, wine, cocktail and mocktail options. The pickleball courts open at 6 a.m. daily. It?s located at 15450 Grove Circle N, Maple Grove.
MN Landscape Arboretum's delicate pumpkin patch
The Glass Pumpkin Patch event is back at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. This year, a dozen award-winning glass artists have hand-blown 5,000 pumpkins and placed them in the gardens in and around the Snyder Building. The weekend event will include free glass-blowing demonstrations and opportunities to chat with the artists. The event runs from Sept. 15-17. All the pumpkins are for sale. Tickets to the Arb must be purchased ahead of time. The pumpkin patch experience is included in general admission tickets.
The Glass Pumpkin Patch event is back at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. This year, a dozen award-winning glass artists have hand-blown 5,000 pumpkins and placed them in the gardens in and around the Snyder Building. The weekend event will include free glass-blowing demonstrations and opportunities to chat with the artists. The event runs from Sept. 15-17. All the pumpkins are for sale. Tickets to the Arb must be purchased ahead of time. The pumpkin patch experience is included in general admission tickets.
Buddy Boy Fine BBQ specializes in wood-fired cooking
A barbecue spot tucked off Highway 7 in Minnestrista is drawing folks from all over the Twin Cities and beyond. Buddy Boy Fine BBQ is 20 years in the making for the Cox family. They started with a food truck that they took all over the country. Executive Chef Joe even spent a few years sleeping in his car while working the food truck on the oil fields. He says he learned the art of wood-fired cooking from his mom who was raised in the mountains of Taiwan in a village without electricity. Buddy Boy Fine BBQ is open Wednesday to Saturday. It?s located at 8175 MN-7, Minnetrista.
A barbecue spot tucked off Highway 7 in Minnestrista is drawing folks from all over the Twin Cities and beyond. Buddy Boy Fine BBQ is 20 years in the making for the Cox family. They started with a food truck that they took all over the country. Executive Chef Joe even spent a few years sleeping in his car while working the food truck on the oil fields. He says he learned the art of wood-fired cooking from his mom who was raised in the mountains of Taiwan in a village without electricity. Buddy Boy Fine BBQ is open Wednesday to Saturday. It?s located at 8175 MN-7, Minnetrista.
Fuel up at Fawkes Alley Coffee in Loring Park
At Fawkes Alley Coffee in Loring Park, 100% of the profits will go right back to the community?s youth; more specifically, the Futsal Society. Futsal is an alternative to club soccer for kids and families who can?t afford the costs of club sports. The profits from the coffee shop will help sustain the organization and its growth across the Twin Cities. Fawkes Alley even employs the teens who play in the league. The shop is open daily from 8am to 4pm and serves Groundwire Coffee out of Northfield, plus fresh pastries. It?s located at 1621 Harmon Place in Minneapolis.
At Fawkes Alley Coffee in Loring Park, 100% of the profits will go right back to the community?s youth; more specifically, the Futsal Society. Futsal is an alternative to club soccer for kids and families who can?t afford the costs of club sports. The profits from the coffee shop will help sustain the organization and its growth across the Twin Cities. Fawkes Alley even employs the teens who play in the league. The shop is open daily from 8am to 4pm and serves Groundwire Coffee out of Northfield, plus fresh pastries. It?s located at 1621 Harmon Place in Minneapolis.
Twin Cities fall destinations: Ferguson?s Minnesota Harvest
Fall destinations are opening for the season and an orchard just south of Jordan was recently named Best Apple Orchard in Minnesota. Ferguson?s Minnesota Harvest came under new ownership last year. The Ferguson family has added several new attractions and upgrades. There?s apple picking, a corn maze, jumping pads, a cow train, apple launchers, a pumpkin patch plus a caf? and Cider Barn for adults. Ferguson?s Minnesota Harvest is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Nov. 5t It?s located at 8251 Old Highway 169 Blvd.
Fall destinations are opening for the season and an orchard just south of Jordan was recently named Best Apple Orchard in Minnesota. Ferguson?s Minnesota Harvest came under new ownership last year. The Ferguson family has added several new attractions and upgrades. There?s apple picking, a corn maze, jumping pads, a cow train, apple launchers, a pumpkin patch plus a caf? and Cider Barn for adults. Ferguson?s Minnesota Harvest is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Nov. 5t It?s located at 8251 Old Highway 169 Blvd.
4-H livestock show at MN State Fair
The 4-H livestock shows at the Minnesota State Fair runs through Sunday. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the latest.
The 4-H livestock shows at the Minnesota State Fair runs through Sunday. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the latest.
Save Minnesota?s prairies by harvesting seeds
Minnesota?s prairie is dwindling and every year hundreds of volunteers help collect wildflower seed that?s used to restore thousands of acres of prairie managed by Three Rivers Park District. They host events all across the metro through October. They train each attendee to identify plants while also learning about the history of Minnesota?s prairies. A reservation is required to attend the events.
Minnesota?s prairie is dwindling and every year hundreds of volunteers help collect wildflower seed that?s used to restore thousands of acres of prairie managed by Three Rivers Park District. They host events all across the metro through October. They train each attendee to identify plants while also learning about the history of Minnesota?s prairies. A reservation is required to attend the events.
Help track monarch butterflies before their journey
Three Rivers Park District is looking for citizen scientists. There are events throughout August and September that aids in researching an endangered species. The park system will be training visitors on how to catch and tag Monarch Butterflies. The butterflies will soon be leaving on their 2,000-mile journey to Mexico and tagging them can help scientists understand their travel patterns and protect the habitats they visit along the way. These events happen all across the metro and you do need to sign up ahead of time to attend.
Three Rivers Park District is looking for citizen scientists. There are events throughout August and September that aids in researching an endangered species. The park system will be training visitors on how to catch and tag Monarch Butterflies. The butterflies will soon be leaving on their 2,000-mile journey to Mexico and tagging them can help scientists understand their travel patterns and protect the habitats they visit along the way. These events happen all across the metro and you do need to sign up ahead of time to attend.