Spring art crawl underway in St. Paul
The longest-running art crawl in the United States continues in St. Paul this weekend. The St. Paul Art Crawl began in 1991 and now spans four weekends. St. Paul is home to 10 designated art districts and for the crawl, there are 21 venues and galleries to explore.
The longest-running art crawl in the United States continues in St. Paul this weekend. The St. Paul Art Crawl began in 1991 and now spans four weekends. St. Paul is home to 10 designated art districts and for the crawl, there are 21 venues and galleries to explore.
Restaurant and modern-day speakeasy open in former VFW in Waconia
The old VFW in Waconia has gone through a major renovation and while there are odes to the past, it?s unrecognizable. The building now houses an Italian restaurant, Bode Gray?s, that specializes in artisan pizza. In the basement, a speakeasy called The Brass Hat that has an unmarked back-alley entrance. Bode Gray?s is located at 125 W 1st St. in Waconia. It?s open Tuesday through Sunday. The Brass Hat is open Tuesday through Saturday.
The old VFW in Waconia has gone through a major renovation and while there are odes to the past, it?s unrecognizable. The building now houses an Italian restaurant, Bode Gray?s, that specializes in artisan pizza. In the basement, a speakeasy called The Brass Hat that has an unmarked back-alley entrance. Bode Gray?s is located at 125 W 1st St. in Waconia. It?s open Tuesday through Sunday. The Brass Hat is open Tuesday through Saturday.
University of Minnesota's Reuse Program aims to prevent waste
The University of Minnesota campus is vast. There are 250 buildings and they generate a lot of waste. Because of that, the university developed the Reuse Program to keep unwanted furniture, supplies and fixtures out of the waste stream. Instead, these items are loaded into a warehouse and twice a week the doors open for the public to shop. The best way to see what?s in the warehouse from week to week is to follow along on the University of Minnesota Reuse Program Facebook page. The warehouse is open on Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and again on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The University of Minnesota campus is vast. There are 250 buildings and they generate a lot of waste. Because of that, the university developed the Reuse Program to keep unwanted furniture, supplies and fixtures out of the waste stream. Instead, these items are loaded into a warehouse and twice a week the doors open for the public to shop. The best way to see what?s in the warehouse from week to week is to follow along on the University of Minnesota Reuse Program Facebook page. The warehouse is open on Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and again on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Royal Canadian International Circus at Mall of America
There?s a new addition to the Mall of America parking lot and you may have seen it while driving on Interstate 494. The giant red and yellow tent is home to the Royal Canadian International Circus through April 23. There are no animals in this circus, just incredibly talented humans. The show includes a high wire troupe from Columbia, bone-breaking contortionists from Africa who made waves on "America?s Got Talent" and the Globe of Death Motorcyclists among others. The big top is in the North Parking lot at MOA.
There?s a new addition to the Mall of America parking lot and you may have seen it while driving on Interstate 494. The giant red and yellow tent is home to the Royal Canadian International Circus through April 23. There are no animals in this circus, just incredibly talented humans. The show includes a high wire troupe from Columbia, bone-breaking contortionists from Africa who made waves on "America?s Got Talent" and the Globe of Death Motorcyclists among others. The big top is in the North Parking lot at MOA.
Puppet fashion show planned as the Avalon Theatre reopens
Minneapolis? iconic Avalon Theatre is back and kicking off its return with a Puppet Fashion show from the Heart of the Beast Theatre. The show begins on Thursday April 13th and runs through Sunday. It?s also a chance for theatre-goers to get a look at the renovations happening at the historic stage. It was originally built in 1909. That theatre burned down and another was built in the same place. The Heart of the Beast Theatre got its start in 1979. They?re also planning to open a puppet library at the end of the month where people can check out the puppets for free, like you would a book at the library.
Minneapolis? iconic Avalon Theatre is back and kicking off its return with a Puppet Fashion show from the Heart of the Beast Theatre. The show begins on Thursday April 13th and runs through Sunday. It?s also a chance for theatre-goers to get a look at the renovations happening at the historic stage. It was originally built in 1909. That theatre burned down and another was built in the same place. The Heart of the Beast Theatre got its start in 1979. They?re also planning to open a puppet library at the end of the month where people can check out the puppets for free, like you would a book at the library.
The future stars of golf compete at Augusta including two Minnesota kids
Two local youth golfers are fresh off their trip to Augusta National Golf Club to compete in the The Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals. Tens of thousands of kids competed to qualify for the finals, and only 80 kids made it to the finals in Augusta. Reese Barry of Medina competed in the Girls? 12-13 division and finished in 5th place. Sander Ohe is from Edina and placed 9th in the Boys? 14-15 division.
Two local youth golfers are fresh off their trip to Augusta National Golf Club to compete in the The Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals. Tens of thousands of kids competed to qualify for the finals, and only 80 kids made it to the finals in Augusta. Reese Barry of Medina competed in the Girls? 12-13 division and finished in 5th place. Sander Ohe is from Edina and placed 9th in the Boys? 14-15 division.
Dancing for Breakfast on the Plaza for Twins home opener
FOX 9's Shayne Wells caught up with the people handing out food for the free Breakfast on the Plaza for the Minnesota Twins home opener.
FOX 9's Shayne Wells caught up with the people handing out food for the free Breakfast on the Plaza for the Minnesota Twins home opener.
Twins home opener: People lineup for free breakfast outside Target Field
A couple from Houston visited friends in Minnesota for the Twins home opener. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has their story.
A couple from Houston visited friends in Minnesota for the Twins home opener. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has their story.
Musical celebration planned at Schmitt Music?s new flagship store
This weekend, the Twin Cities newest and most extravagant music center is honoring the Trombone. Schmitt Music is hosting Twin Cities Trombone Day at its new flagship store in Bloomington. The event is free and open to all. It takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday April 8. The day will be filled with performances, clinics, and presentations. The special guest is Sasha Romero, a principal trombonist of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra in New York City. She?ll be performing at 1 p.m. and hosting a masterclass at 4 p.m.
This weekend, the Twin Cities newest and most extravagant music center is honoring the Trombone. Schmitt Music is hosting Twin Cities Trombone Day at its new flagship store in Bloomington. The event is free and open to all. It takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday April 8. The day will be filled with performances, clinics, and presentations. The special guest is Sasha Romero, a principal trombonist of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra in New York City. She?ll be performing at 1 p.m. and hosting a masterclass at 4 p.m.
Curious plant, coffee and pizza shop opens in Apple Valley
For those who love coffee, plants and pizza, there?s a new spot in Apple Valley designed with you in mind. The restaurant is on the corner of Galaxie and County Road 42. One side is dedicated to plants and caffeine. It?s called Curiouser Coffee and Conservatory. The drinks are unique offering unexpected twists like Cocoa Puff infused milk and Biscoff Cookie Butter Fat Washed Cold Brew. The seating area is packed with greenery and every plant that is named is for sale. On the other side is Pizzeria Social and a sizeable bar. It offers both wood-fired pizzas and thin crust tavern-style pizzas. The coffee side opens at 7 a.m. and closes at 3 p.m. The pizza restaurant opens at 11 a.m. The building is closed on Mondays.
For those who love coffee, plants and pizza, there?s a new spot in Apple Valley designed with you in mind. The restaurant is on the corner of Galaxie and County Road 42. One side is dedicated to plants and caffeine. It?s called Curiouser Coffee and Conservatory. The drinks are unique offering unexpected twists like Cocoa Puff infused milk and Biscoff Cookie Butter Fat Washed Cold Brew. The seating area is packed with greenery and every plant that is named is for sale. On the other side is Pizzeria Social and a sizeable bar. It offers both wood-fired pizzas and thin crust tavern-style pizzas. The coffee side opens at 7 a.m. and closes at 3 p.m. The pizza restaurant opens at 11 a.m. The building is closed on Mondays.
St. Paul bird sanctuary takes in captive parrots
An organization in St. Paul is dedicated to providing sanctuary for unwanted parrots. In fact, since its founding in 1999, MAARS has given refuge and medical care to 1,500 birds. They have a big flock living freely in their unmarked two-story building. At any given time, roughly 85 parrots are living at the sanctuary. The organization is run by volunteers who tend to the daily needs of the flock. MAARS says although the birds are beautiful and entertaining, they can be very difficult and demanding in captivity.
An organization in St. Paul is dedicated to providing sanctuary for unwanted parrots. In fact, since its founding in 1999, MAARS has given refuge and medical care to 1,500 birds. They have a big flock living freely in their unmarked two-story building. At any given time, roughly 85 parrots are living at the sanctuary. The organization is run by volunteers who tend to the daily needs of the flock. MAARS says although the birds are beautiful and entertaining, they can be very difficult and demanding in captivity.
Urban farm grows fresh greens for restaurants, residents
Restaurants looking for locally-grown, fresh produce during the winter months must turn to a different type of farm, one in which the complete growing system is in a climate-controlled box. A farm in Shoreview, Frisk Fra Boksen (Fresh from the Box) uses that model. Their 320-square-foot shipping container can grow the same amount of greens you?d need 3.2 acres of traditional farmland to produce. Owners Barb and Chris Glasoe utilize vertical farming in a climate-controlled environment and sell to residents and many local restaurants. Demand is so high, they?re considering buying another container farm.
Restaurants looking for locally-grown, fresh produce during the winter months must turn to a different type of farm, one in which the complete growing system is in a climate-controlled box. A farm in Shoreview, Frisk Fra Boksen (Fresh from the Box) uses that model. Their 320-square-foot shipping container can grow the same amount of greens you?d need 3.2 acres of traditional farmland to produce. Owners Barb and Chris Glasoe utilize vertical farming in a climate-controlled environment and sell to residents and many local restaurants. Demand is so high, they?re considering buying another container farm.
Twin Cities Auto Show returns to Minneapolis Convention Center
The Twin Cities Auto Show is back at the Minneapolis Convention Center for its 50th anniversary. This year?s show offers some rare vehicles like the 2022 Ford GT. The company only made 14 of them. There?s also an array of electric vehicles including the Ford F150 Lightning and you can take a stroll down Luxury Lane. The most expensive vehicle in the show is a $384,000 Bentley Continental. The show runs from March 31-April 8.
The Twin Cities Auto Show is back at the Minneapolis Convention Center for its 50th anniversary. This year?s show offers some rare vehicles like the 2022 Ford GT. The company only made 14 of them. There?s also an array of electric vehicles including the Ford F150 Lightning and you can take a stroll down Luxury Lane. The most expensive vehicle in the show is a $384,000 Bentley Continental. The show runs from March 31-April 8.
Spring escape inside the Galleria in Edina
The Floral Experience is back at the Galleria in Edina for its fourth year. The luxury mall teamed up with Bachman?s for the experience. This year's theme is "World of Wonder," which they described as a funky nod to nature with giant glittering mushrooms, rainbows and creatures embedded in floral displays. There are also fairy gardens hidden throughout for the kids to find. The experience is set up from end-to-end with 20 different displays made up of 100 different types of flowers, plants and trees. It will be in place through April 9. The Galleria is also offering free valet near the east end of the mall by Cov Restaurant.
The Floral Experience is back at the Galleria in Edina for its fourth year. The luxury mall teamed up with Bachman?s for the experience. This year's theme is "World of Wonder," which they described as a funky nod to nature with giant glittering mushrooms, rainbows and creatures embedded in floral displays. There are also fairy gardens hidden throughout for the kids to find. The experience is set up from end-to-end with 20 different displays made up of 100 different types of flowers, plants and trees. It will be in place through April 9. The Galleria is also offering free valet near the east end of the mall by Cov Restaurant.
Science Museum of Minnesota exhibit uses reclaimed specimens
A new exhibit at the Science Museum of Minnesota is looking to change the way we see things like poisonous snakes, insects and urchins. FOX 9's Shayne Wells visited the St. Paul museum to take a look at their new exhibit called "Exquisite Creatures."
A new exhibit at the Science Museum of Minnesota is looking to change the way we see things like poisonous snakes, insects and urchins. FOX 9's Shayne Wells visited the St. Paul museum to take a look at their new exhibit called "Exquisite Creatures."
Mia's new exhibit features 150 ancient Chinese vessels
The Minneapolis Institute of Art collaborated with an Oscar-winning art director and film designer on its latest exhibition. It showcases 150 ancient Chinese vessels that held great ritual significance. FOX 9's Shayne Wells joins us from the Target Gallery in Mia.
The Minneapolis Institute of Art collaborated with an Oscar-winning art director and film designer on its latest exhibition. It showcases 150 ancient Chinese vessels that held great ritual significance. FOX 9's Shayne Wells joins us from the Target Gallery in Mia.
Minnesota Transportation Museum gets new exhibit
The Minnesota Transportation Museum is full of historic locomotives that tell a story about the Twin Cities' past. The museum is now debuting a new exhibit that's shedding light on a piece of history that's been overlooked for far too long. FOX 9's Shayne Wells is in St. Paul with that story.
The Minnesota Transportation Museum is full of historic locomotives that tell a story about the Twin Cities' past. The museum is now debuting a new exhibit that's shedding light on a piece of history that's been overlooked for far too long. FOX 9's Shayne Wells is in St. Paul with that story.
'The Prom' runs through June 10 at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
It's a Netflix movie, a Tony-nominated musical and a high-energy Broadway smash. Now "The Prom" is playing in the Twin Cities metro, at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres. The show runs through June 10. FOX 9's Shayne Wells takes us behind the scenes.
It's a Netflix movie, a Tony-nominated musical and a high-energy Broadway smash. Now "The Prom" is playing in the Twin Cities metro, at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres. The show runs through June 10. FOX 9's Shayne Wells takes us behind the scenes.
Northwest Sportshow returns to Minneapolis for 89th year
The 89th annual Northwest Sportshow opens March 9 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. It will run through Sunday, March 12. The show is the region?s largest outdoors event. It will feature the latest in boats, fishing hunting travel and outdoor gear from more than 300 exhibitors.
The 89th annual Northwest Sportshow opens March 9 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. It will run through Sunday, March 12. The show is the region?s largest outdoors event. It will feature the latest in boats, fishing hunting travel and outdoor gear from more than 300 exhibitors.
Wake Up with FOX 9: Wild Bean in Mahtomedi
FOX 9 stopped by the Wild Bean in Mahtomedi on Wednesday, March 8. FOX 9's Shayne Wells chatted with the owner of the shop, a teenager who bought it after working for the shop for about a year.
FOX 9 stopped by the Wild Bean in Mahtomedi on Wednesday, March 8. FOX 9's Shayne Wells chatted with the owner of the shop, a teenager who bought it after working for the shop for about a year.