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5 Most Scenic Walking Trails In Minnesota « CBS Minnesota

Posted on November 10, 2015 by wendycarson

In Minnesota, escape from urban hustle and bustle is just minutes away. With so many parks and hiking and biking trails, it’s easy to retreat momentarily to the great outdoors. There’s nothing like a good hike through these parks and … Continue reading →

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The Twin Cities: Top Cities In the US to Live In

Posted on November 4, 2015 by wendycarson

Top Cities in the US: Minneapolis and St. Paul The news and lifestyle website Patch of Earth recently ranked the 8 Absolute Top Cities In the US to Live In, and Minnesota’s Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul came … Continue reading →

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The Twin Cities from a New Perspective

Posted on August 12, 2015 by wendycarson

Whether you’ve lived in the Twin Cities your entire life, or if you’ve never set foot in the “land of 10,000 lakes”, photographer Chad Halvorson’s unique image compilation is sure to change your perception of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The … Continue reading →

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Aquatennial 2013

Posted on July 12, 2013 by wendycarson

It is that time of year again – today is the first day of the 2013 Minneapolis Aquatennial! As usual, it is hot and humid, typical Aquatennial weather.  This is the 74th year of this event which kicked off today … Continue reading →

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Reasons To Live In Minnesota

Posted on June 14, 2013 by wendycarson

I know, I have said it before that Minnesota is a great place to live.  No one wants to move here, but once people do move here, they never want to leave.  There are so many reasons why Minnesota is … Continue reading →

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The Foshay Tower

Posted on May 17, 2013 by wendycarson

If you have been to Minneapolis, you have most likely seen the Foshay Tower.  The Foshay Tower was really the first skyscraper in Minneapolis and was built in 1929 remaining the tallest building in Minneapolis until the IDS tower opened … Continue reading →

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Legos In Minneapolis

Posted on April 9, 2013 by wendycarson

Have you heard of Brickmania Toyworks?  I think most everyone has played with Legos at some point the the Brickmania Toyworks takes Legos to a whole new level in Northeast Minneapolis!  Daniel Siskind founded the Brickmania Toyworks in 1999. He … Continue reading →

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Minneapolis Farmers Markets

Posted on July 5, 2012 by wendycarson

Have you been to the Minneapolis farmers markets?  It is that time of year again where the local fresh produce is starting to come in and the farmers markets are picking up.  The City of Minneapolis has 2 farmers markets … Continue reading →

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2012 Stone Arch Bridge Festival

Posted on June 14, 2012 by wendycarson

This weekend, June 15-17, is the 2012 Stone Arch Bridge Festival in Minneapolis.  Running in its 17th year it promises to deliver as great a time as it has in past years!  Last year some 70,000 people attended the event.  … Continue reading →

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The Minnesota Children’s Museum

Posted on April 13, 2012 by wendycarson

Another great thing to do in the Twin Cities if you have young children is to visit the Minnesota Children’s Museum!  The museum was started in 1981 in downtown Minneapolis but in the first 4 years they had over 80,000 … Continue reading →

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