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Day Trip - Highway 61, Red Wing and LARK

by Amelia McClain

October 20, 2008

This last weekend we decided to do something sneaky and underhanded. We went down towards Red Wing with no intention of visiting family. (we're heading down there after Halloween, so I don't feel too bad) We drove the long way, down Highway 61, through Hastings, down the Mississippi with the final destination of the LARK toy store and carousel in Kellog, Minnesota. Google maps had us  Read more...

Yay! It is October!

by Amelia McClain

October 01, 2008

Oh, I love this time of year. I've been waiting, patiently, for it to get here. Those last few warms days were nice, but I'm looking forward to sweater weather. Mostly because of the things to do. Here is my list of five favorite October things to do. See the colors - We are so lucky to have great greenery that turns into pretty colors right here in town. There is the Chain of Lakes,  Read more...

Things To Do - Last Weekend Of September

by Amelia McClain

September 25, 2008

The weather is looking good for now, so here are a few things to do this weekend, both inside and out. Family Fiesta at the Minnesota Zoo - Fall festival with a little Latin spice. There is dancing, crafts and food. Anything at the zoo is a good time. Minnesota Landscape Arboretum - Fall season officially kicks off at the Arboretum this weekend. While the activities are geared more  Read more...

Applicious

by Amelia McClain

September 22, 2008

This weekend was incredibly beautiful, the kind of great fall weather that makes it my favorite time of year. Eighty degrees in July when it is hot and muggy, and I'll take the AC. However 80 degrees when it is cool and the nights cool off 20 or so degrees and I am a happy happy girl. However, that first snow fall is around the corner. As my grandmother would say, "time's a wasting".  Read more...

Day Trip: Lake Pepin

by Amelia McClain

September 15, 2008

As the leaves begin to change (they already are up north), it is time to go find those great places to take in the sights. One of the most famous (I found an article about it in the New York Times), is Highway 61 and Lake Pepin. Even before the leaves ever turn (and after) there are plenty of things to keep you busy in the area. Lake Pepin - A natural lake formation, it is actually the  Read more...

Getting to Know The TC: 5 Fun Things That Are Uniquely Ours

by Amelia McClain

June 24, 2008

While some people may argue that the best way to get to know this area is to endure a frigid winter and a summer filled with mosquito bites, there are better ways.  Here are five fun things that are all our own. Spoon Bridge With Cherry - While not specifically tied to Minnesota by content, it is still something that only we have.  It has whimsy, humor, and a fountain.  No matter what your  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in minneapolis

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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