Mall of America hosts robotics competition
The Mall of America is hosting a VEX Robotics competition this weekend. More than 118 high school teams representing 23 states, and four countries are competing in the North Atrium of the mall August 6th - 8th. This VEX season features two new games that will challenge students to design, build, program, and refine their robots throughout the year.
The Mall of America is hosting a VEX Robotics competition this weekend. More than 118 high school teams representing 23 states, and four countries are competing in the North Atrium of the mall August 6th - 8th. This VEX season features two new games that will challenge students to design, build, program, and refine their robots throughout the year.
Stories from the Volunteers at the Minnesota Tool Library
The Minnesota Tool Library is a volunteer-driven nonprofit. Volunteers and members share tools, trade skills and stories with one another.
The Minnesota Tool Library is a volunteer-driven nonprofit. Volunteers and members share tools, trade skills and stories with one another.
Share tools and trade skills at the Tool Library
Minnesota has two libraries dedicated to tools. One is in St. Paul and the other is in Northeast Minneapolis. The Minnesota Tool Library is a place to share tools and trade skills and even check out equipment. The idea is this low-cost access will save people money on home repairs and car maintenance while also keeping things out of the landfill. The Tool Library also offers classes including Intro to Shop Tools and Car Care 101 among others.
Minnesota has two libraries dedicated to tools. One is in St. Paul and the other is in Northeast Minneapolis. The Minnesota Tool Library is a place to share tools and trade skills and even check out equipment. The idea is this low-cost access will save people money on home repairs and car maintenance while also keeping things out of the landfill. The Tool Library also offers classes including Intro to Shop Tools and Car Care 101 among others.
Titanic exhibit opens at Royalston Square in Minneapolis
A new event will allow visitors to explore the Titanic through the eyes of the passengers. Titanic: An Immersive Voyage opens on Thursday, August 6th at the Royalston Square event center. It combines history and technology and includes 2,000 artifacts. The exhibit will be in place through the holidays. Tickets start at $24.90. It is located at 501 Royalston Ave. in Minneapolis.
A new event will allow visitors to explore the Titanic through the eyes of the passengers. Titanic: An Immersive Voyage opens on Thursday, August 6th at the Royalston Square event center. It combines history and technology and includes 2,000 artifacts. The exhibit will be in place through the holidays. Tickets start at $24.90. It is located at 501 Royalston Ave. in Minneapolis.
Free Book Buggie coming to a city near you
A Minnesota mom and avid reader made it her mission to give away free books to kids all across the state. To date, she's handed out more than 600,000 books through her Free Book Buggie. The retrofitted shuttle bus makes several stops every week throughout the summer. The Free Book Buggie website lists all of the upcoming stops.
A Minnesota mom and avid reader made it her mission to give away free books to kids all across the state. To date, she's handed out more than 600,000 books through her Free Book Buggie. The retrofitted shuttle bus makes several stops every week throughout the summer. The Free Book Buggie website lists all of the upcoming stops.
History on Wheels: Antique Car Run returns for 40th year
This weekend, dozens of antique cars will begin their trek from New London to New Brighton with several stops along the way. It's the 40th Antique Car Run. The vehicles are from 1908 or earlier, or a one- or two-cylinder vehicle from 1915 or earlier. The drive is 120 miles and they average 20mph. The antique vehicles will begin arriving at New Brighton Stockyard Days at 3 p.m. on Saturday August 8th.
This weekend, dozens of antique cars will begin their trek from New London to New Brighton with several stops along the way. It's the 40th Antique Car Run. The vehicles are from 1908 or earlier, or a one- or two-cylinder vehicle from 1915 or earlier. The drive is 120 miles and they average 20mph. The antique vehicles will begin arriving at New Brighton Stockyard Days at 3 p.m. on Saturday August 8th.
Old Time Harvest Festival begins in Jordan
A festival in Jordan takes visitors back to the late 19th century when steam-powered threshers played an important role in Minnesota's early farming history. The Old Time Harvest Festival is put on by the Scott-Carver Threshers. It takes place on 92 acres across the street from the Scott County Fairgrounds. The festival is three days long. Tickets for adults are $10 for the whole weekend. Kids 12 and under are free.
A festival in Jordan takes visitors back to the late 19th century when steam-powered threshers played an important role in Minnesota's early farming history. The Old Time Harvest Festival is put on by the Scott-Carver Threshers. It takes place on 92 acres across the street from the Scott County Fairgrounds. The festival is three days long. Tickets for adults are $10 for the whole weekend. Kids 12 and under are free.
Jordan Brewery caves open to the public
For years, the brewery caves tucked into the bluffs of Jordan were only open to explore for those 21 and up because of the dispensary on the main floor of the building. It was important to the owners that everyone could see the caves, so they worked with the city to re-configure their business creating a public lobby space. Now the caves are open seven days a week and free to explore for all ages. The caves are located at 415 Broadway St. South in Jordan. The caves are open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday and Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For years, the brewery caves tucked into the bluffs of Jordan were only open to explore for those 21 and up because of the dispensary on the main floor of the building. It was important to the owners that everyone could see the caves, so they worked with the city to re-configure their business creating a public lobby space. Now the caves are open seven days a week and free to explore for all ages. The caves are located at 415 Broadway St. South in Jordan. The caves are open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday and Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Summer campers experience life in the 1800s
Kids at an Edina summer camp are experiencing life in the 1800s. It's called the Pioneers and Trailblazers camp and it's put on by the Edina Historical Society. It takes place in two of Edina's most historic buildings, the Cahill School and the Grange. Both structures were built in the 1800s. The campers are learning to sew, churn butter, make dye from berries while also exploring local history. This camp is for kids age six to ten and there are more camps scheduled for August.
Kids at an Edina summer camp are experiencing life in the 1800s. It's called the Pioneers and Trailblazers camp and it's put on by the Edina Historical Society. It takes place in two of Edina's most historic buildings, the Cahill School and the Grange. Both structures were built in the 1800s. The campers are learning to sew, churn butter, make dye from berries while also exploring local history. This camp is for kids age six to ten and there are more camps scheduled for August.
Ice cream, sweets & dirty sodas arrive in Waconia
A cotton candy artist in Waconia has taken her love of sweets to the next level by opening Coney's on Main Street. The shop will have ice cream, Swedish candy, Minnesota-made chocolate and dirty sodas year-round. Coney's is open Tuesday through Sunday.
A cotton candy artist in Waconia has taken her love of sweets to the next level by opening Coney's on Main Street. The shop will have ice cream, Swedish candy, Minnesota-made chocolate and dirty sodas year-round. Coney's is open Tuesday through Sunday.
Candy shop boom in the Twin Cities
There are three new sweet shops in the Twin Cities. Coney's is on Main Street in Waconia. They carry Swedish candy, Minnesota-made chocolate, ice cream and dirty soda. In Minneapolis, Confetti Blossom opened in May in the downtown skyways. The shop specializes in Swedish candy. It's located in LaSalle Plaza. And in St. Louis Park, The Candy Shop is opening soon in the building next to Honey & Rye. It's taking over the Bakehouse space.
There are three new sweet shops in the Twin Cities. Coney's is on Main Street in Waconia. They carry Swedish candy, Minnesota-made chocolate, ice cream and dirty soda. In Minneapolis, Confetti Blossom opened in May in the downtown skyways. The shop specializes in Swedish candy. It's located in LaSalle Plaza. And in St. Louis Park, The Candy Shop is opening soon in the building next to Honey & Rye. It's taking over the Bakehouse space.
Ryan Meetup comes to Minnesota
Three years ago, a group of folks who share the same name came together to build a community of Ryans. They've been hosting meetups all over the country, and now they've checked Minnesota off their list.
Three years ago, a group of folks who share the same name came together to build a community of Ryans. They've been hosting meetups all over the country, and now they've checked Minnesota off their list.
New theater arts company hits the stage in Cottage Grove
The Twin Cities has a new non-profit theater company. Loud Mouth Productions first show is Dear Evan Hansen and it's playing this weekend at Oltman Middle School in Cottage Grove. The goal of Loud Mouth Productions is to bring affordable, high quality theater to the Twin Cities while providing opportunities for young artists and technicians.
The Twin Cities has a new non-profit theater company. Loud Mouth Productions first show is Dear Evan Hansen and it's playing this weekend at Oltman Middle School in Cottage Grove. The goal of Loud Mouth Productions is to bring affordable, high quality theater to the Twin Cities while providing opportunities for young artists and technicians.
Art car parade coming to Lake Harriet
The 32nd Annual ArtCar + ArtBike Parade is happening Saturday, July 25th at Lake Harriet. The cars and bikes will start lining up at 4 p.m. by the rose gardens. The Parade around Lake Harriet begins at 5 p.m. The entrants will park at the rose gardens after the parade for spectators to get a closer look.
The 32nd Annual ArtCar + ArtBike Parade is happening Saturday, July 25th at Lake Harriet. The cars and bikes will start lining up at 4 p.m. by the rose gardens. The Parade around Lake Harriet begins at 5 p.m. The entrants will park at the rose gardens after the parade for spectators to get a closer look.
Washington's beloved tapir moves to Minnesota Zoo
Ume the Malayan tapir was born at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma, Washington. She quickly became a social media star. Her move to the Minnesota Zoo is part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' Species Survival Plan. Ume will be rotating on habitat with Bertie, the Zoo's elder female Malayan tapir.
Ume the Malayan tapir was born at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma, Washington. She quickly became a social media star. Her move to the Minnesota Zoo is part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' Species Survival Plan. Ume will be rotating on habitat with Bertie, the Zoo's elder female Malayan tapir.
Free skateboarding lessons in St. Louis Park
Let's ride! Skateapalooza is happening tonight (July 22nd) at Carpenter Skate Park in St. Louis Park. It's taking place from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. It's put on by 3rd Lair Skatepark. There will be demos, free lessons, contests, and giveaways.
Let's ride! Skateapalooza is happening tonight (July 22nd) at Carpenter Skate Park in St. Louis Park. It's taking place from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. It's put on by 3rd Lair Skatepark. There will be demos, free lessons, contests, and giveaways.
Water garden inspiration
Ten homes are featured on this year's Water Garden Tour, put on by the Minnesota Water Garden Society. The tour is a chance to get inspiration and share ideas. The event is on Saturday and Sunday, July 25 – 26 from 9 am– 5 pm. Tickets are available online at the Minnesota Water Garden Society website or at the tour sites.
Ten homes are featured on this year's Water Garden Tour, put on by the Minnesota Water Garden Society. The tour is a chance to get inspiration and share ideas. The event is on Saturday and Sunday, July 25 – 26 from 9 am– 5 pm. Tickets are available online at the Minnesota Water Garden Society website or at the tour sites.
Tour stunning water gardens this weekend
The Minnesota Water Garden Society Water Garden Tour is Saturday and Sunday, July 25 – 26 from 9 am– 5 pm. This year's tour features ten gardens in the North and Northeast metro. The Cunningham home is stop number four on the tour and is in Shoreview. Tickets are available through PayPal. Advance ticket price is $17 for adults. Tickets purchased on the days of the tour are $20 and will be available at all sites. Children under 15 are free with a paid adult. A single site ticket is $5.
The Minnesota Water Garden Society Water Garden Tour is Saturday and Sunday, July 25 – 26 from 9 am– 5 pm. This year's tour features ten gardens in the North and Northeast metro. The Cunningham home is stop number four on the tour and is in Shoreview. Tickets are available through PayPal. Advance ticket price is $17 for adults. Tickets purchased on the days of the tour are $20 and will be available at all sites. Children under 15 are free with a paid adult. A single site ticket is $5.
Craft Open Studios Weekend feature: Dock 6 Pottery
This free event gives people access to a wide range of creative spaces that aren't typically open to the public. There's a map of participating locations on the American Craft Council website. It will take place July 18th and 19th.
This free event gives people access to a wide range of creative spaces that aren't typically open to the public. There's a map of participating locations on the American Craft Council website. It will take place July 18th and 19th.
New event opens doors to craft studios
The first-ever National Craft Open Studios Weekend is happening July 18-19 all across the Twin Cities and beyond. This free event gives people access to a wide range of creative spaces that aren't typically open to the public. The American Craft Council website has a map of participating locations on its website.
The first-ever National Craft Open Studios Weekend is happening July 18-19 all across the Twin Cities and beyond. This free event gives people access to a wide range of creative spaces that aren't typically open to the public. The American Craft Council website has a map of participating locations on its website.