Celebrating 15 years of harness racing at Running Aces
Running Aces in Columbus is heading down the final stretch of its 15th season of harness racing. The live races happen every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday night at 7pm. Admission and parking is free.
Running Aces in Columbus is heading down the final stretch of its 15th season of harness racing. The live races happen every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday night at 7pm. Admission and parking is free.
Mall of America turns 30
One of America?s most recognizable landmarks turns 30-years-old today, and is hosting a day of giveaways to celebrate. FOX 9?s Shayne Wells gives you the latest from Bloomington.
One of America?s most recognizable landmarks turns 30-years-old today, and is hosting a day of giveaways to celebrate. FOX 9?s Shayne Wells gives you the latest from Bloomington.
Mound to host party for pups and their people
As we enter the dog days of summer, we celebrate the return of Dog Days Westonka. The pet-friendly festival will take place on Saturday August 13th, from 9am to 2pm at Surfside Park and Beach in Mound. Don?t miss the cutest puppy contest. At the last Dog Days event there were 60 contenders. The festival will also have a pet expo, food trucks, a dock dive event called ?Splash for Cash? and doggy paddle boarding demos with the opportunity to give it a try with your dog.
As we enter the dog days of summer, we celebrate the return of Dog Days Westonka. The pet-friendly festival will take place on Saturday August 13th, from 9am to 2pm at Surfside Park and Beach in Mound. Don?t miss the cutest puppy contest. At the last Dog Days event there were 60 contenders. The festival will also have a pet expo, food trucks, a dock dive event called ?Splash for Cash? and doggy paddle boarding demos with the opportunity to give it a try with your dog.
Shakopee water ski show brings out big crowds
It?s no surprise that the birthplace of waterskiing, Minnesota, also boasts several impressive water ski teams and shows. One of the Midwest?s largest water ski clubs, the Shakopee Prior Lake Water Ski Association, puts on a free show at Quarry Lake Park in Shakopee every Thursday of the summer through August. Nearly a thousand people show up each week to watch the pyramids, ballet, barefooting, jumping and wakeboarding. The association was formed in 1957 and has nearly 200 members.
It?s no surprise that the birthplace of waterskiing, Minnesota, also boasts several impressive water ski teams and shows. One of the Midwest?s largest water ski clubs, the Shakopee Prior Lake Water Ski Association, puts on a free show at Quarry Lake Park in Shakopee every Thursday of the summer through August. Nearly a thousand people show up each week to watch the pyramids, ballet, barefooting, jumping and wakeboarding. The association was formed in 1957 and has nearly 200 members.
Celebrate National Farmer?s Market Week
This is an important week to show support for the people who grow our food. It?s National Farmer?s Market Week. And because of the cool start to summer, some of the most popular items are just now in-season, like sweet corn. The Minneapolis Farmer?s Market will host a big event at their Lyndale location on Saturday, August 8th. There will be live music, cooking competitions, a corn-husking competition, giveaways and more. The market opens at 6am with opening ceremonies at 8am. Events will run through 1pm.
This is an important week to show support for the people who grow our food. It?s National Farmer?s Market Week. And because of the cool start to summer, some of the most popular items are just now in-season, like sweet corn. The Minneapolis Farmer?s Market will host a big event at their Lyndale location on Saturday, August 8th. There will be live music, cooking competitions, a corn-husking competition, giveaways and more. The market opens at 6am with opening ceremonies at 8am. Events will run through 1pm.
Preserving agricultural, industrial history in Scott County, Minnesota
The Scott County Threshers Association is dedicated to preserving the agricultural and industrial history in the county, and every year it puts on a Harvest Festival in Jordan. The 58th annual old-time Harvest Festival runs through Sunday, Aug. 7.
The Scott County Threshers Association is dedicated to preserving the agricultural and industrial history in the county, and every year it puts on a Harvest Festival in Jordan. The 58th annual old-time Harvest Festival runs through Sunday, Aug. 7.
58th annual Harvest Festival runs through Sunday in Jordan
The 58th annual Harvest Festival in Jordan runs through Sunday. It will feature old-time tractors and farm equipment, and is put on by the Scott County Threshers Association.
The 58th annual Harvest Festival in Jordan runs through Sunday. It will feature old-time tractors and farm equipment, and is put on by the Scott County Threshers Association.
Art-forward rooftop bar opens in Uptown
There?s a new rooftop bar to check out and it doubles as an art gallery. Arts + Rec Uptown will open phase one, the rooftop bar, on Friday August 5th to coincide with the return of the Uptown Art Fair. The bar serves up fun, playful food and drinks that fit the atmosphere. They?re serving up everything from mini-keg cocktails to Caprisun-style bagged beverages. The food taps into Minnesota favorites like Top the Tater, fried pickles and cheese curds, except these cheese curds are inside a waffle on a stick. Phase two will open later this year. The main floors will have a full bar and restaurant, a speakeasy, an artist-inspired mini golf course and an intimate black box theater.
There?s a new rooftop bar to check out and it doubles as an art gallery. Arts + Rec Uptown will open phase one, the rooftop bar, on Friday August 5th to coincide with the return of the Uptown Art Fair. The bar serves up fun, playful food and drinks that fit the atmosphere. They?re serving up everything from mini-keg cocktails to Caprisun-style bagged beverages. The food taps into Minnesota favorites like Top the Tater, fried pickles and cheese curds, except these cheese curds are inside a waffle on a stick. Phase two will open later this year. The main floors will have a full bar and restaurant, a speakeasy, an artist-inspired mini golf course and an intimate black box theater.
Brooklyn Park Police: Man attempting to stab woman shot by security guard
Police say a man attempting to stab a woman was shot by a security guard outside of an apartment complex in Brooklyn Park.
Police say a man attempting to stab a woman was shot by a security guard outside of an apartment complex in Brooklyn Park.
Popular performing arts festival returns this week
The Minnesota Fringe Festival is back in-person for the first time since 2019. It runs August 4th through the 14th at different venues across the Twin Cities. There will be more than 595 performances of 115 shows. They offer a little bit of everything from a popcorn musical about the Minnesota State Fair falling in to the hands of a greedy real estate mogul, to a ballet murder mystery centered around cupcake bakers. It?s the largest performing arts festival in the Midwest.
The Minnesota Fringe Festival is back in-person for the first time since 2019. It runs August 4th through the 14th at different venues across the Twin Cities. There will be more than 595 performances of 115 shows. They offer a little bit of everything from a popcorn musical about the Minnesota State Fair falling in to the hands of a greedy real estate mogul, to a ballet murder mystery centered around cupcake bakers. It?s the largest performing arts festival in the Midwest.
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.