New Snapology location opens in Plymouth
Here?s a pairing parents can get behind. Urban Air Plymouth, an indoor adventure park, is expanding its offerings by teaming up with Snapology. Kids can take a spin on a zipline one minute, and code a robot the next. Snapology uses LEGO bricks, K?Nex and technology to teach children about science, technology, engineering, art and math. Right now, the Snapology classroom in the entertainment center is being used to host camps with themes like Star Wars, Roblox and Minecraft.
Here?s a pairing parents can get behind. Urban Air Plymouth, an indoor adventure park, is expanding its offerings by teaming up with Snapology. Kids can take a spin on a zipline one minute, and code a robot the next. Snapology uses LEGO bricks, K?Nex and technology to teach children about science, technology, engineering, art and math. Right now, the Snapology classroom in the entertainment center is being used to host camps with themes like Star Wars, Roblox and Minecraft.
Luxury Home Tour gets underway this weekend
Stop scrolling social media for home inspiration. For the next three weekends you can step inside some of the Twin Cities most luxurious homes. They?re featured on the Midwest Home Magazine?s Luxury Home Tour. The homes stretch across the metro and are a mix of renovations and new builds. Tickets are available on Midwest Home Magazine?s website.
Stop scrolling social media for home inspiration. For the next three weekends you can step inside some of the Twin Cities most luxurious homes. They?re featured on the Midwest Home Magazine?s Luxury Home Tour. The homes stretch across the metro and are a mix of renovations and new builds. Tickets are available on Midwest Home Magazine?s website.
Chef Yia Vang's 2nd restaurant finds a temporary home
Fresh off his appearance on the Netflix reboot of ?Iron Chef,? Yia Vang is giving patrons a chance to try out his new restaurant without actually opening the space. He?s partnered with Steady Pour in NE Minneapolis, an event space and cocktail bar, to create the Vinai experience, in a temporary venue. The dinner series is a five-course meal with cocktail pairings. It?s a ticketed experience. The next series takes place on August 4th, 5th, 6th, 11th, 12th and 13th.
Fresh off his appearance on the Netflix reboot of ?Iron Chef,? Yia Vang is giving patrons a chance to try out his new restaurant without actually opening the space. He?s partnered with Steady Pour in NE Minneapolis, an event space and cocktail bar, to create the Vinai experience, in a temporary venue. The dinner series is a five-course meal with cocktail pairings. It?s a ticketed experience. The next series takes place on August 4th, 5th, 6th, 11th, 12th and 13th.
Electric boat rentals have arrived on Lake Minnetonka
Electric cars are becoming commonplace and boats are not far behind. In fact, renting one is now an option on Lake Minnetonka. Electric Shores has brought Duffy Boats to Downtown Excelsior. The boats don?t require gas, are easy to drive, quiet and barely produce a wake. They top out around seven miles per hour and are meant for cruising. They can hold up to 12 people and can be rented for an hour or the whole day. Check them out on Instagram @Electric.Shores
Electric cars are becoming commonplace and boats are not far behind. In fact, renting one is now an option on Lake Minnetonka. Electric Shores has brought Duffy Boats to Downtown Excelsior. The boats don?t require gas, are easy to drive, quiet and barely produce a wake. They top out around seven miles per hour and are meant for cruising. They can hold up to 12 people and can be rented for an hour or the whole day. Check them out on Instagram @Electric.Shores
Vintage pop-up brings ?Totally Rad? goods to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds
A nostalgic shopping experience is popping up at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds Saturday, July 23rd. Totally Rad Vintage Fest celebrates the 80?s and 90?s and they?ve lined up 70 vendors who will be selling everything from clothing to toys and furniture. The event runs from 10am to 5pm. There are also photo-op locations and a DJ spinning the biggest hits of those decades. Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door.
A nostalgic shopping experience is popping up at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds Saturday, July 23rd. Totally Rad Vintage Fest celebrates the 80?s and 90?s and they?ve lined up 70 vendors who will be selling everything from clothing to toys and furniture. The event runs from 10am to 5pm. There are also photo-op locations and a DJ spinning the biggest hits of those decades. Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door.
Eden Prairie?s School of Rock students land spot in international music festival
Music groups Duran Duran, Black Eyed Peas and Muse were just some of the big acts at this years? Rock in Rio festival in Portugal. Also taking the stage for that iconic festival; students from Eden Prairie?s School of Rock. They were chosen after a global search for the best up-and-coming musicians. Only 16 U.S. bands were chosen to play one of the largest music festivals in the world. It was the first time the Eden Prairie School of Rock House Band performed on a global stage.
Music groups Duran Duran, Black Eyed Peas and Muse were just some of the big acts at this years? Rock in Rio festival in Portugal. Also taking the stage for that iconic festival; students from Eden Prairie?s School of Rock. They were chosen after a global search for the best up-and-coming musicians. Only 16 U.S. bands were chosen to play one of the largest music festivals in the world. It was the first time the Eden Prairie School of Rock House Band performed on a global stage.
Four Seasons Hotel opens in Downtown Minneapolis
The newest high-rise in Minneapolis? skyline is a hotel brand known for luxury. The Four Seasons Hotel is open for business and it offers some incredible amenities like a new spacious restaurant from Chef Gavin Kaysen and the rooftop Riva Terrace that?s open to the public. On the fourth floor, several special events spaces and a spa that offers farm-to-face care. They refer to it as nourishment through nature. You don?t need to be a hotel guest to use the spa. The hotel is located at Hennepin Ave. and Third St. South.
The newest high-rise in Minneapolis? skyline is a hotel brand known for luxury. The Four Seasons Hotel is open for business and it offers some incredible amenities like a new spacious restaurant from Chef Gavin Kaysen and the rooftop Riva Terrace that?s open to the public. On the fourth floor, several special events spaces and a spa that offers farm-to-face care. They refer to it as nourishment through nature. You don?t need to be a hotel guest to use the spa. The hotel is located at Hennepin Ave. and Third St. South.
Nautical Bowls lands spot at the Minnesota State Fair
The new food announcement from the Minnesota State Fair is a dream come true for a local couple. Four years ago, Bryant and Rachel Amundson launched ?Nautical Bowls? in Minnetonka. Now they have 91 locations across the United States, but they still considered landing a spot at the State Fair to be the ultimate goal. For the 2022 fair they?ll be in the Food Building. Their bowls begin with a super food base like Ac?ai?, Pitaya, Blue Majik, Mango, and Cacao. They add in toppings like freshly ground peanut or almond butter, granola, pumpkin seeds, coconut and honey. The ingredients are organic, gluten free, dairy free and plant-based.
The new food announcement from the Minnesota State Fair is a dream come true for a local couple. Four years ago, Bryant and Rachel Amundson launched ?Nautical Bowls? in Minnetonka. Now they have 91 locations across the United States, but they still considered landing a spot at the State Fair to be the ultimate goal. For the 2022 fair they?ll be in the Food Building. Their bowls begin with a super food base like Ac?ai?, Pitaya, Blue Majik, Mango, and Cacao. They add in toppings like freshly ground peanut or almond butter, granola, pumpkin seeds, coconut and honey. The ingredients are organic, gluten free, dairy free and plant-based.
The Hamel Rodeo kicks off Thursday night
The Hamel Rodeo Bull Ridin' Bonanza runs through Sunday.
The Hamel Rodeo Bull Ridin' Bonanza runs through Sunday.
Rare textiles from Japan and Siberia showcased at Mia
Cotton, cashmere and polyester are fabrics that come to mind with modern clothing, but before these materials were easily available, people had to innovate. Their resourcefulness is on display in a new exhibit at the Minneapolis Institute of Art called ?Dressed by Nature: Textiles of Japan.? The show focuses on clothing made between the years 1750 and 1930 using textiles like fish skin, nettle and banana plants. The show is in the Target Gallery and runs through September 11, 2022.
Cotton, cashmere and polyester are fabrics that come to mind with modern clothing, but before these materials were easily available, people had to innovate. Their resourcefulness is on display in a new exhibit at the Minneapolis Institute of Art called ?Dressed by Nature: Textiles of Japan.? The show focuses on clothing made between the years 1750 and 1930 using textiles like fish skin, nettle and banana plants. The show is in the Target Gallery and runs through September 11, 2022.
Van Gogh exhibit opens at Mia; sheds new light on artist?s methods
Many people immersed themselves in Vincent Van Gogh?s work when the traveling projection experience arrived in Minneapolis last year. Now the real thing is on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. ?Van Goh and the Olive Groves? focuses on several pieces he created during his stay at a psychiatric hospital in France. The show will be on display through September 18, 2022.
Many people immersed themselves in Vincent Van Gogh?s work when the traveling projection experience arrived in Minneapolis last year. Now the real thing is on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. ?Van Goh and the Olive Groves? focuses on several pieces he created during his stay at a psychiatric hospital in France. The show will be on display through September 18, 2022.
Ice cream shop serving up nostalgic flavors with a side of burgers and lobster rolls
Kids of the 90’s this new ice cream shop is for you, and anyone else who enjoys a tasty scoop of ice cream. Dream Creamery is now open in Northeast Minneapolis. From the Travail team and led by Chef Nate Mickelson, the shop is getting just as much buzz for the ice cream as it is for the food on the menu, which includes burgers, lobster rolls, fries and cheese curds. The shop is open Wednesday to Sunday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., and is located at 816 Lowry Ave NE.
Kids of the 90’s this new ice cream shop is for you, and anyone else who enjoys a tasty scoop of ice cream. Dream Creamery is now open in Northeast Minneapolis. From the Travail team and led by Chef Nate Mickelson, the shop is getting just as much buzz for the ice cream as it is for the food on the menu, which includes burgers, lobster rolls, fries and cheese curds. The shop is open Wednesday to Sunday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., and is located at 816 Lowry Ave NE.
Latvian Song and Dance Festival is underway in St. Paul
A festival celebrating Latvian culture is underway in St. Paul this weekend.
A festival celebrating Latvian culture is underway in St. Paul this weekend.
Kubota Machine Adventures at Mall of America
The Crayola Experience at Mall of America in Bloomington is hosting the Kubota Machine Adventures for an immersive machine-themed takeover combined with art on June 30. The one-day parking lot event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, which is a kickoff to the Kubota Machine Adventures inside the Mall of America. The indoor event runs now through July 21
The Crayola Experience at Mall of America in Bloomington is hosting the Kubota Machine Adventures for an immersive machine-themed takeover combined with art on June 30. The one-day parking lot event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, which is a kickoff to the Kubota Machine Adventures inside the Mall of America. The indoor event runs now through July 21
Beer Dabbler founder opens a liquor store in St. Paul
The creator of The Beer Dabbler Festival, has opened the Dabbler Depot on West Seventh in St. Paul. It?s in the former Stransky?s Liquor location. The building underwent a major renovation to become the Dabbler Depot. It boasts a living wall that?s watered with the condensation from the beer coolers that stretch the length of the building. There?s a tap wall for sampling and a video production studio in back. The idea is to create videos about the products that can be accessed through QR Codes, but they?ll also host podcasts. On the other side of the glass wall is a coffee shop with locally made donuts and pies. The depot is open Tuesday through Sunday.
The creator of The Beer Dabbler Festival, has opened the Dabbler Depot on West Seventh in St. Paul. It?s in the former Stransky?s Liquor location. The building underwent a major renovation to become the Dabbler Depot. It boasts a living wall that?s watered with the condensation from the beer coolers that stretch the length of the building. There?s a tap wall for sampling and a video production studio in back. The idea is to create videos about the products that can be accessed through QR Codes, but they?ll also host podcasts. On the other side of the glass wall is a coffee shop with locally made donuts and pies. The depot is open Tuesday through Sunday.
Circus Juventas preparing for summer production
The St. Paul-based Circus Juventas is preparing for its big summer show called "Confetti," which runs July 29-Aug. 14. This is Circus Juventas' biggest production of the year. The sets and scenes this year are "over the top," the circus says.
The St. Paul-based Circus Juventas is preparing for its big summer show called "Confetti," which runs July 29-Aug. 14. This is Circus Juventas' biggest production of the year. The sets and scenes this year are "over the top," the circus says.
50th anniversary of Big Lake's Spud Fest this weekend
Big Lake is hosting its annual Spud Fest this weekend, marking the 50th anniversary of the event. The weekend includes fireworks, water fights, softball tournament, bingo, pancake breakfast, carnival, parade and other activities. The festival supports summer youth programs.
Big Lake is hosting its annual Spud Fest this weekend, marking the 50th anniversary of the event. The weekend includes fireworks, water fights, softball tournament, bingo, pancake breakfast, carnival, parade and other activities. The festival supports summer youth programs.
Cat cafe featuring adoptable felines opens in New Hope
The Café Meow opened its second location on Thursday, where coffee and cuddles are on the menu.
The Café Meow opened its second location on Thursday, where coffee and cuddles are on the menu.
New cat cafe opens in New Hope
The Cafe Meow has opened a new location in New Hope. The original location is in Minneapolis. You can make reservations to meet the animals, which are available for adoption, on the cafe's website nh.thecafemeow.com.
The Cafe Meow has opened a new location in New Hope. The original location is in Minneapolis. You can make reservations to meet the animals, which are available for adoption, on the cafe's website nh.thecafemeow.com.
FOX 9 Town Ball Tour makes sixth stop of summer in Union Hill
FOX 9's Shayne Wells shares the history of the Union Hill Bulldogs, including player/board member Werner Giesen, primary field caretaker Don Giesen, and Union Hill Baseball Association President Sean O'Neill, and the connections they have with the home that sits next to the ballpark.
FOX 9's Shayne Wells shares the history of the Union Hill Bulldogs, including player/board member Werner Giesen, primary field caretaker Don Giesen, and Union Hill Baseball Association President Sean O'Neill, and the connections they have with the home that sits next to the ballpark.