Are you interested in how things used to be done or how things affect our future? Ice Harvesting isn't something we hear much about these days, but it used to be very important. The Annual Ice Harvesting event takes place Saturday, January 25th at the Richardson Nature Center. This year the event includes the Continue Reading
Northwest Airlines History Center
Do you remember the days of Northwest Airlines? Seems like just yesterday, while at the same time many years ago that Northwest was the hometown airline. We recently discovered a small museum that displays much of the history of Northwest Airlines. The hidden gem is located in Bloomington, not far from the Continue Reading
Arboretum After Hours Holiday Lights Display
We love to find holiday light displays this time of year. One of our favorites, the Arboretum After Hours Holiday Lights Display. There's no additional charge for this, however regular Arboretum admission DOES apply. There are fourteen different displays to view. This is a display we plan to make a yearly Continue Reading
Dairy Happenings at the Minnesota State Fair
Today begins the Minnesota get together of 2017, yes I'm talking about the Minnesota State Fair. How many times will you go? What will you do first? We go each year, sometimes two or three times. Believe it or not, I had our tickets purchased last winter already, love the online option! We bring our kids every Continue Reading
20th Annual Rhubarb Fest in New Brighton
It's time for the 20th Annual Rhubarb Fest in New Brighton. It takes place this coming Sunday, June 4th. Hours are from 1-4pm. It takes place at the Long Lake Regional Park in New. Brighton. *There's also a great volunteer opportunity taking place on Saturday to help pick the rhubarb. Everyone is invited to the Continue Reading
Few Seats But Great Eats – Best Tiny Restaurants in the Twin Cities
Sometimes going out to eat is just hoping there'll be a seat when you arrive. Sure, some of the fancy places take reservations, but if you want down home cooking then that's probably not an option. We love to try off the beaten path places and have discovered a selection of few seats but great eats in Minneapolis and Continue Reading
Barn Bluff
Our November feels more like September, maybe that means December will feel more like October? Can always hope, but I do enjoy a white holiday season. Either way, the change of seasons are one of the best reasons for living here. If hiking is something you enjoy, then the Red Wing area offers some great options. Are Continue Reading
An Unexpected Visit to the North Shore
This time of year many of us make plans to visit the North Shore area, to see the fall colors. We all hope to see the orange and red leaves, get some fabulous photos and have amazing weather. But what happens when we make the plans, take time off work, and the weather doesn't cooperate? Do you cancel or go anyway? Continue Reading
Monarch Festival
Monarch butterflies have always been fascinating, the way they can be a butterfly or a worm. Coming up this week on the 9th is the Monarch Festival. It takes place at the Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, near Lanesboro. There's a small fee for the event, and you can purchase tickets in advance here. Come Continue Reading
Ice Skating at Centennial Lakes Park
Centennial Lakes Park is one of our favorite places to go ice skating in the winter. It is located in Edina and is sort of tucked below some buildings. It looks like a river, but it's actually a 10 acre lake that is great for skating. If you have your own skates you can skate for free, otherwise they have rental Continue Reading
Scarecrow Festival at Emma Krumbee’s, Belle Plaine
What would fall be without apples and Scarecrow's? You can find both at Emma Krumbee's, located near Belle Plaine. September 12th through October 30th is the Scarecrow Festival at Emma Krumbee's. There are over 100 Scarecrows on display during the event. This is a fun for the whole family event, with activities and Continue Reading
My Minnesota State Fair Point of View
As a young kid, I didn't grow up in the twin cities. I grew up on a dairy farm. I attended the Minnesota State Fair as a kid but not every single summer. After I got married it became our tradition and then when kids came along, it has stayed our tradition. Yes you can enjoy the fair with small kids. We have done it Continue Reading
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