Raku Firing at the Minnetonka Center for the Arts
It?s said that having a hobby can lead to improved mental health, and if you don?t know where to start, check out the fall catalogue for the Minnetonka Center for the Arts. Classes begin Sept. 5. They are offering everything from ceramics to weaving, jewelry making, photography, flower arranging, painting and even the fiery ancient Japanese ceramics technique called Raku firing. The Minnetonka Center for the Arts is located at 2240 North Shore Drive. Class registration is open now.
It?s said that having a hobby can lead to improved mental health, and if you don?t know where to start, check out the fall catalogue for the Minnetonka Center for the Arts. Classes begin Sept. 5. They are offering everything from ceramics to weaving, jewelry making, photography, flower arranging, painting and even the fiery ancient Japanese ceramics technique called Raku firing. The Minnetonka Center for the Arts is located at 2240 North Shore Drive. Class registration is open now.
Classic western 'Shane' comes to the Guthrie
The Western novel "Shane," published in 1949 has sprung to life on stage at The Guthrie Theater. Renowned playwright Karen Zacar�as uses this version to interrogate the assumptions and myths of the American West. The show is playing now and runs through Aug. 27. It stars William DeMerritt as Shane and Ricardo Chavira as Joe Starrett.
The Western novel "Shane," published in 1949 has sprung to life on stage at The Guthrie Theater. Renowned playwright Karen Zacar�as uses this version to interrogate the assumptions and myths of the American West. The show is playing now and runs through Aug. 27. It stars William DeMerritt as Shane and Ricardo Chavira as Joe Starrett.
Musical festival coming Minneapolis porches
A successful music festival in Boston inspired the first-ever Uptown Porchfest. It will take place on Aug, 19 from 1-5 p.m. There are 30 different bands playing 19 porches. The porches are spread out over the Wedge Neighborhood so you can wander and enjoy different bands on every block. The event is free to attend. Because parking can be challenging in the area, attendees are highly encouraged to take public transportation, bike, walk or ride share.
A successful music festival in Boston inspired the first-ever Uptown Porchfest. It will take place on Aug, 19 from 1-5 p.m. There are 30 different bands playing 19 porches. The porches are spread out over the Wedge Neighborhood so you can wander and enjoy different bands on every block. The event is free to attend. Because parking can be challenging in the area, attendees are highly encouraged to take public transportation, bike, walk or ride share.
Victory Garden marks 80th year
A Minneapolis garden established in the 40?s as a victory garden, is still playing a significant role in the Longfellow community. In fact, it?s one of two remaining victory gardens still in use today. Today there are 190 plots and more than 250 gardeners, including a waitlist to get a spot, and that?s something to celebrate. The Dowling Community Garden volunteers are hosting a party on Saturday August 19th from 11am to 2pm. The sprawling garden is located at 46th Avenue and 39th Street S.
A Minneapolis garden established in the 40?s as a victory garden, is still playing a significant role in the Longfellow community. In fact, it?s one of two remaining victory gardens still in use today. Today there are 190 plots and more than 250 gardeners, including a waitlist to get a spot, and that?s something to celebrate. The Dowling Community Garden volunteers are hosting a party on Saturday August 19th from 11am to 2pm. The sprawling garden is located at 46th Avenue and 39th Street S.
The Amazing Acro-Cats bring their talents to Minneapolis
The Heart of the Beast Theatre is hosting a troupe of domestic cats that can ride skateboards, play instruments and charm audiences. The Acro-Cats were created by animal trainer, Samantha Martin. The group has been on tour for 28 weeks and roll around the country in a giant tour bus equipped with a Cat-io fort for the 13 traveling felines. The show runs through Sunday, Aug. 13, at the theater on Lake Street in Minneapolis. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to local nonprofit, Ruff Start Rescue.
The Heart of the Beast Theatre is hosting a troupe of domestic cats that can ride skateboards, play instruments and charm audiences. The Acro-Cats were created by animal trainer, Samantha Martin. The group has been on tour for 28 weeks and roll around the country in a giant tour bus equipped with a Cat-io fort for the 13 traveling felines. The show runs through Sunday, Aug. 13, at the theater on Lake Street in Minneapolis. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to local nonprofit, Ruff Start Rescue.
Remote-controlled powerboats hit the waterways of Edina
Line up the boats, it?s time for a parade. The Edina Model Yacht Club will have their boats out patrolling the waters of Centennial Lakes Park Sunday evening in Edina. The nonprofit club has been in existence since 1991. Today they have 80 members who operate remote-controlled vessels that range from battleships to sail boats, powerboats and even a Minion tug boat. Lighthouse Night and Torchlight Concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 13. It is free to attend. The boats will be out starting around 5 p.m. The concert begins at 8:30 p.m. with the John Philip Sousa Memorial Band. The night concludes with fireworks.
Line up the boats, it?s time for a parade. The Edina Model Yacht Club will have their boats out patrolling the waters of Centennial Lakes Park Sunday evening in Edina. The nonprofit club has been in existence since 1991. Today they have 80 members who operate remote-controlled vessels that range from battleships to sail boats, powerboats and even a Minion tug boat. Lighthouse Night and Torchlight Concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 13. It is free to attend. The boats will be out starting around 5 p.m. The concert begins at 8:30 p.m. with the John Philip Sousa Memorial Band. The night concludes with fireworks.
All About Dogs Day at the Arboretum
Dogs will take over the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum this weekend for a dog-friendly event that includes dog yoga, competitions, and pet vendors.
Dogs will take over the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum this weekend for a dog-friendly event that includes dog yoga, competitions, and pet vendors.
Luxury Home Tour is this weekend in Twin Cities
The Luxury Home Tour, featuring 10 luxury homes, runs this weekend and next week, on Fridays-Sundays from noon to 6 p.m. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the details.
The Luxury Home Tour, featuring 10 luxury homes, runs this weekend and next week, on Fridays-Sundays from noon to 6 p.m. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the details.
Open Eye Theatre brings theater to park near you
This summer, you can let the theater come to you. The award-winning crew behind Open Eye Theatre has brought back the Driveway Tour series and added a new show. Molly and the Magic Boot is the newest story utilizing puppets. Open Eye Theatre has dozens of shows lined up all over the metro. Many of the performances are free and will take place in public parks, libraries and city centers. The dates and locations for those shows can be found on the Open Eye Theatre website.
This summer, you can let the theater come to you. The award-winning crew behind Open Eye Theatre has brought back the Driveway Tour series and added a new show. Molly and the Magic Boot is the newest story utilizing puppets. Open Eye Theatre has dozens of shows lined up all over the metro. Many of the performances are free and will take place in public parks, libraries and city centers. The dates and locations for those shows can be found on the Open Eye Theatre website.
Cat lovers unite for Cat Video Festival
This week is all about the cats. The Cat Video Festival is back and bigger than ever. It will take place on August 3rd at CHS Field in St. Paul. This year?s charity partner is Caring for Cats, a North St. Paul no-kill shelter and foster network. The non-profit started in 2001. In 2021 the organization opened the doors to a new a state-of-the-art cat shelter. One dollar of every ticket sold will benefit Caring for Cats.
This week is all about the cats. The Cat Video Festival is back and bigger than ever. It will take place on August 3rd at CHS Field in St. Paul. This year?s charity partner is Caring for Cats, a North St. Paul no-kill shelter and foster network. The non-profit started in 2001. In 2021 the organization opened the doors to a new a state-of-the-art cat shelter. One dollar of every ticket sold will benefit Caring for Cats.
Corgi races coming to Canterbury Park
Watch out for the wiggle butts! That?s a commonly-used nickname for corgis and they?re taking over Canterbury Park on Sunday, July 30. The Dog Race Days series continues with corgi races in between the horse races. There will be six heats with 72 corgis competing to move on to the ?Best of Beed? races on Sept. 3. Horseracing begins at 1 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, and $7 for kids between 6 and 17 years old. Kids 5 and under are free. The day will also include free facepainting and pony rides from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watch out for the wiggle butts! That?s a commonly-used nickname for corgis and they?re taking over Canterbury Park on Sunday, July 30. The Dog Race Days series continues with corgi races in between the horse races. There will be six heats with 72 corgis competing to move on to the ?Best of Beed? races on Sept. 3. Horseracing begins at 1 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, and $7 for kids between 6 and 17 years old. Kids 5 and under are free. The day will also include free facepainting and pony rides from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Corgi races at Canterbury Park this weekend
Canterbury Park in Shakopee will host its annual corgi races, featuring more than 70 corgis, on Sunday, July 30. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the details.
Canterbury Park in Shakopee will host its annual corgi races, featuring more than 70 corgis, on Sunday, July 30. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the details.
Tour Twin Cities most spectacular water gardens
The term backyard oasis definitely applies to the homes featured on this years’ Minnesota Water Garden Society Tour. The homes feature ponds, waterfalls and streams. The tour takes place on Saturday, July 29 and Sunday, July 30. There are 10 homes across the metro to visit. The gardens are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Ticket prices are $15 for advanced sales, $20 day of the tours and $5 for a single site. The tour is self-guided and the tickets are good for both days.
The term backyard oasis definitely applies to the homes featured on this years’ Minnesota Water Garden Society Tour. The homes feature ponds, waterfalls and streams. The tour takes place on Saturday, July 29 and Sunday, July 30. There are 10 homes across the metro to visit. The gardens are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Ticket prices are $15 for advanced sales, $20 day of the tours and $5 for a single site. The tour is self-guided and the tickets are good for both days.
New Eagan eatery has southern cuisine with modern twist
A food tour of Nashville inspired the menu behind a new restaurant in Eagan. Southern Social is located near Cliff Rd. and 35E. The restaurant specializes in smoked meats, broasted chicken and southern classics. They also offer shareable cocktails served in a glass punchbowl. They?re open seven days a week.
A food tour of Nashville inspired the menu behind a new restaurant in Eagan. Southern Social is located near Cliff Rd. and 35E. The restaurant specializes in smoked meats, broasted chicken and southern classics. They also offer shareable cocktails served in a glass punchbowl. They?re open seven days a week.
Peanuts creator's life explored in exhibition
Minnesota?s most famous cartoonist is the inspiration behind a new exhibit at the History Center. The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz opens on July 22nd. It explores the life of the Peanuts gang illustrator and the stories behind the creation of his characters, like the fact that he initially planned to name Snoopy, Sniffy. The exhibit will be at the Minnesota History Center through June of 2024.
Minnesota?s most famous cartoonist is the inspiration behind a new exhibit at the History Center. The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz opens on July 22nd. It explores the life of the Peanuts gang illustrator and the stories behind the creation of his characters, like the fact that he initially planned to name Snoopy, Sniffy. The exhibit will be at the Minnesota History Center through June of 2024.
The Puttery opens in Minneapolis
The Puttery opens on July 21 in Downtown Minneapolis. The 70,000-square-foot space is on the corner of Washington and Hennepin Avenue. It is just for the adults 21-plus, and offers upscale food and drinks along with three themed mini golf courses. This is the seventh Puttery location in the United States.
The Puttery opens on July 21 in Downtown Minneapolis. The 70,000-square-foot space is on the corner of Washington and Hennepin Avenue. It is just for the adults 21-plus, and offers upscale food and drinks along with three themed mini golf courses. This is the seventh Puttery location in the United States.
Aquatennial back with dozens of events including water ski shows, a parade and fireworks
It?s Aquatennial time in Minneapolis. The celebration runs Wednesday, July 19th through the 22nd. There are dozens of events and all are free and family-friendly. It begins with the Torchlight Parade Wednesday at 7:30pm along Nicollet from 12th to 4th Street.
It?s Aquatennial time in Minneapolis. The celebration runs Wednesday, July 19th through the 22nd. There are dozens of events and all are free and family-friendly. It begins with the Torchlight Parade Wednesday at 7:30pm along Nicollet from 12th to 4th Street.
Art on the Edge is part art, part psychic in Linden Hills
An art show in a secret garden with a metaphysical element is planned for this weekend in Minneapolis? Linden Hills neighborhood. Art on the Edge is Saturday, July 22nd from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on West 43rd Street East of Upton. That portion of the street will be closed, but there?s also an alley to a back garden that will be utilized. The event is the creation of Everett & Charlie gallery owner Suzie Marty and publisher of The Edge Magazine, Kelly Wagner. There will be more than 60 vendors showcasing visual art to transformative holistic practices. There will also be live music, author readings, and a psychic gallery.
An art show in a secret garden with a metaphysical element is planned for this weekend in Minneapolis? Linden Hills neighborhood. Art on the Edge is Saturday, July 22nd from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on West 43rd Street East of Upton. That portion of the street will be closed, but there?s also an alley to a back garden that will be utilized. The event is the creation of Everett & Charlie gallery owner Suzie Marty and publisher of The Edge Magazine, Kelly Wagner. There will be more than 60 vendors showcasing visual art to transformative holistic practices. There will also be live music, author readings, and a psychic gallery.
Learning the ropes at Lake Minnetonka Sailing School
One of the oldest yacht clubs in the country is also home to one of the largest sailing schools in the nation. The Lake Minnetonka Sailing School, located on Lighthouse Island, recently celebrated its 50th year and it continues to grow with a mix of youthful coaches and legends like Senior Coach Gordy Bowers who won three Olympic medals as the U.S. Sailing head coach in the 1988 Olympics.
One of the oldest yacht clubs in the country is also home to one of the largest sailing schools in the nation. The Lake Minnetonka Sailing School, located on Lighthouse Island, recently celebrated its 50th year and it continues to grow with a mix of youthful coaches and legends like Senior Coach Gordy Bowers who won three Olympic medals as the U.S. Sailing head coach in the 1988 Olympics.
Hennepin Co. garden tour, see the prettiest ones
There?s a garden tour happening this weekend in Hennepin County. The Learning Garden Tour is this Saturday from 8:30 am ? 4:30 pm. It features nine unique gardens and goes the extra step of also posting a master gardener in each location to answer your questions. Shayne Wells visited a few stops.
There?s a garden tour happening this weekend in Hennepin County. The Learning Garden Tour is this Saturday from 8:30 am ? 4:30 pm. It features nine unique gardens and goes the extra step of also posting a master gardener in each location to answer your questions. Shayne Wells visited a few stops.