Como Zoo polar bears celebrate monumental birthdays
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Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is home to the oldest male polar bear in North America. In fact, Neil is celebrating his 29th birthday Dec. 9. It?s a two-fer because his companion Nan is also another year older turning 30. She?s now in a three-way tie for oldest female polar bear in North America. The celebration included cupcakes on top of decorated barrels. Their roommate Kulu also got to enjoy the party and had the most fun. At just 5- years old, he continued to play with the barrels long after the cupcakes were gone. The Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

2024 British Arrow Awards at the Walker Art Center
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For nearly 40 years, the best TV advertisements in the United Kingdom have been shown at the Walker Art Center in downtown Minneapolis. And these screenings always draw big crowds. The British Arrows, one of the oldest awards shows in the UK, begin screening at the Walker Art Cinema on December 6th and will play through January 4th, Thursday through Saturday. Tickets start at $18 and includes gallery admission. The show runs 73 minutes.

Rare, vintage holiday finds at Junk Bonanza
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A very vintage Christmas market is underway this weekend at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. Junk Bonanza has several events throughout the year but the holiday market runs from December 5th to the 7th. It is the longest-running and largest antique and vintage market in the Midwest.

FOX 9 Good Day: Dec. 6, 2024
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From bad breath to walking your pet in the cold, Dr. Eric answers some viewer pet questions. Plus, Stephanie March shares some top experiences you can gift the foodie in your life. We also get some suggestions for holiday outfits for everything from the office party to dinner with your family. And Hannah Flood breaks down why people are going wild over Timoth�e Chalamet in Minnesota.

Tyre Sampson's family awarded $310M in son's deadly fall from Orlando FreeFall ride

A Florida jury has awarded $310 million to the family of Tyre Sampson, the 14-year-old who died in 2022 after falling from the FreeFall ride at ICON Park in Orlando.

FOX 9 Good Day: Dec. 5, 2024
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We break down some of the holiday movies filmed in Minnesota, perfect for getting you into the holiday spirit! We also get some tips and tricks on gift wrapping to make your presents look extra special. Plus, the cast of The Little Mermaid at The Ordway joins us to talk about the show.

Creekside Supper Club becomes Winter Wonder Bar
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Several Twin Cities bars and restaurants are going all-in on the holidays with over-the-top decorations, to themed drinks and food. Creekside Supper Club in south Minneapolis is opening its Winter Wonder Bar on Tuesdays through Sunday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., and for brunch on the weekends through Jan. 12.

Brit?s Pub decks the walls for festive pop-up
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The Jingle Bar is open for the holidays after the pop-up took over part of Brit?s Pub in Downtown Minneapolis. Tinsel hangs from the ceilings and the drinks are holiday themed with fun glassware. Tickets must be reserved ahead of time and are going fast, available through Jan. 12.

Woodbury house lit up for the holidays
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A Woodbury homeowner has flipped the switch on his holiday light display at 8846 Glacier Road. Mike Pageler says he?s been putting up a light display synchronized to music on FM 97.9 for several years and adds new elements each season. The lights will be on nightly from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. through Jan. 1.

FOX 9 Good Day: Dec. 4, 2024
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We break down some of the top holiday toys over the years, including this year's hot toy. And a cast member from I Am Betty joins us to talk about the show at History Theatre. And Jerrod Sumner joins us to talk holiday markets and easy-to-make cookies from local bakers.

Tips for caring for your Christmas Tree
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Garden Guy Dale K. shares his tips and tricks for keeping your real Christmas Tree looking its best through the end of December.

FOX 9 Good Day: Dec. 3, 2024
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Thinking of planning your next trip? We get the scoop on if you'll actually score and deals on this Travel Tuesday. Plus, Garden Guy Dale K gives some tips for picking out the best tree and caring for it through the holiday season.

Sarah Boone sentence: Florida woman sentenced in boyfriend's suitcase murder

Sarah Boone, the Florida woman convicted of killing her boyfriend in Feb. 2020 by locking him inside a suitcase, will spend the rest of her life in prison. Boone was convicted of second-degree murder by a six-person jury in October 2024.

A festive show for the grown-ups brings humor to the holidays
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For more than 50 years, the Brave New Workshop crew has been creating a sketch comedy show where they deck the halls with abandon. This year?s show is called ?Big Christmas Energy.? It?s geared toward an older audience, 14 and up. ?Big Christmas Energy? runs through January 31, 2025 at Dudley Riggs Theatre at 824 Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis.

Holiday Ideas House returns inside historic home on Lyndale
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A holiday tradition is back. Bachman?s is reopening the decked out historic home on Lyndale for the first time since the pandemic and they?re honoring another historic Minnesota company with the theme. The Ideas House will be open Thursdays through Sundays From Nov. 29 to Sunday Dec. 15. It also happens to be the 40th anniversary of Department 56, which specializes in small ceramic holiday villages so they?ve displayed several villages inside the home. Tickets are $5 each and must be reserved ahead of time.

FOX 9 Good Day: Dec. 2, 2024
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Winter is here, is your car ready? A mechanic offers advice and friendly reminders as colder weather sets in. Plus, a new trend has people tipping retail workers. Also, two easy recipes to impress people for your holiday cookie exchange.

FOX 9 Good Day: Nov. 29, 2024
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It's a busy post-Thanksgiving show on Good Day! We take a look at how local shops and makers prepare for the busy season. Take some time to meditate today during a special event. And ring in the Hmong New Year with a big event this weekend in St. Paul. And Stephanie March shares some of her favorite Jingle Bars.

FOX 9 Good Day: Thanksgiving special
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Happy Thanksgiving! Kelly, Shayne and Garden Guy Dale K have some tips on Thanksgiving recipes and gardening.