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Minnetonka Orchards - An Apple Review

by Amelia McClain

October 02, 2008

This last weekend on Saturday morning we trekked out to the wilds of Minnetrista to visit Minnetonka Orchards. I'd seen an article about them in the Strib, and I was intrigued. I still love our little Applewood Orchard , but I wanted to see what agritainment was really. The drive was beautiful. In case you haven't noticed the leaves are actually starting to turn around here, and it is  Read more...

Play Dating?

by Amelia McClain

September 09, 2008

Ok, so I never loved dating all that much anyway, but now I have to arrange dates for my kid too? We haven't been on any play dates yet, since we usually reserve weekends for family time, and she socializes a lot at daycare. However, we know that will change. So, in prep, we're working on finding places that we can go. The park - During the non snowy months, parks are a great way to  Read more...

A Fair Affair

by Amelia McClain

August 25, 2008

There is something quintessentially Minnesotan about our State Fair. Getting There: I don't understand the people why go through the hassle of the parking lots. I also think that with kids, riding one of the buses from the burbs is not the best idea. The happy medium is parking at one of the local park & ride lots (most in Roseville) and taking the free shuttle to the fair.  Read more...

100 things to do before you grow up

by Amelia McClain

May 29, 2008

99 Things to do before you grow up Since I really think this isn't a list for little me to create, here are 10 to get you started, and with your help, I hope to fill at least 89 more. See the mummy at the Science Museum of Minnesota Still scares the bejebus out of me and it has been over 20 years. The classics at the museum may not always be PC, but it  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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