Massive pop-up book sale in St. Paul
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Jeanette Kamman, aka "The Book Lady" was a notable character within the Saint Paul community, building a collection of over 300,000 books. Now, the community has a chance to get their own piece the famous collection.

Museum of Illusions opens in Mall of America
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A new museum in the Twin Cities is centered around the magic of optical illusions. The Museum of Illusions is open now at the Mall of America on the second floor near the North entrance. The attraction has 60 different exhibits focused on vision, perception and the human brain. Guides are on site to help explain the illusions and assist with photography and tickets start at $20 and are available on the Museum of Illusions official website.

Doors Open Minneapolis begins Saturday with extra access to venues, monuments

From City Hall to the Nicollet Mall Dayton’s Project, people will be able to get a behind-the-scenes look at several buildings and monuments throughout Minneapolis this weekend.

Maison Margaux: David Fhima?s new Minneapolis restaurant
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After two years of renovations, the former Ribnick Fur building in the North Loop is now French brasserie, Maison Margaux. It?s described as bringing a bit of Paris and the Moulin Rouge to the neighborhood. David Fhima and his team are behind the restaurant, an idea that they started developing three years ago. The three-story building has a private event space on the upper level, a bar and restaurant on the main level and the Underground Bar on the lower level. Each space has a different look and feel. Maison Margaux opens Friday, May 12. It?s located at 224 N 1st St. in Minneapolis.

Step inside the Pillsbury Mansion for Doors Open Minneapolis
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An opulent mansion once belonging to Charles S. Pillsbury is now a blindness training center in Minneapolis. It?s past and present are both important to the city?s identity and this weekend you can step inside this building and dozens of others that helped shape the city. It?s the return of the free event, Doors Open Minneapolis. It takes place on May 13-14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Minneapolis opening historic properties for return of Doors Open
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For the first time since the pandemic, Minneapolis is bringing back its Doors Open event. It will take place on May 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The buildings tell the story of the city?s past, from theaters to business hub, sacred spaces and private clubs. The event is free and takes you behind-the-scenes with building owners and caretakers, including The Woman?s Club of Minneapolis, a designated Historic Treasure.

What to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (May 11-13)

It is finally starting to feel like summer! Head to an outdoor wildlife park, search for a deal at a community wide garage sale, or check out local music at one of this weekend's events.

Walk for Animals is this Saturday
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The Animal Humane Society's Walk for Animals is this Saturday at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Although dogs cannot attend this year due to canine influenza, other animals can. And the Animal Humane Society needs your support now more than ever.

Jonas Brothers to perform at Minnesota State Fair

The Jonas Brothers are the final act to be announced for the Minnesota State Fair’s Grandstand Concert Series this summer. 

Ed Sheeran to perform intimate show night before U.S. Bank Stadium concert

The British Grammy award-winning artist will play songs from his new album Subtract at the State Theater in Minneapolis on Friday, Aug. 11.

Farm babies at Minnesota Zoo
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The Minnesota Zoo's Farm Babies opens to the public on Saturday, April 29, and runs through June 4. There are ? or will be ? baby goats, lambs, llama, cows, chickens and pigs. Farm Babies is included with zoo admission.

What to do in Minnesota: 7 things to do this weekend (April 28-30)

Head outside to enjoy nature, enjoy a drag show, or support a local bookstore this weekend at events across the Twin Cities.