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Summer in Minnesota – So much to do, so little time!

Epic Minnesota Summer Getaways - Mpls.St.Paul Magazine

Mpls St Paul Magazine

If you live in Minnesota, you know summer is swift and special, and there’s so much pressure to embrace the season! Each weekend is filled with community festivals, art fairs, movies and music in the park, and more! Our family tries to balance rest and simple play at home with fun outings for all. Is there anything more fun than popsicles and a sprinkler in the backyard? Even as an adult it’s one of my favorite past times! If you are looking to get out and explore the wonderful communities we have here in Minnesota, here are a few, fun activities this season:

Music & Movies in the Park - Visit Twin Cities

Visit Twin Cities

Music & Movies in the Park

Grab your picnic blanket, bug spray and PB&Js and spend the evening listening to music or watching films outside!

2023 Art Fair Homepage - 50th & France Business and Professional Association

Edina Art Fair

Art Fairs

Decorate your new home with beautiful, unique pieces from local artists.

Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail sets opening date this summer

Pioneer Press

MN Zoo

Spend many days experiencing the new and improved activities at the Minnesota Zoo!

Wheel Fun Rentals Minnesota | Wheel Fun Rentals

Wheels of Fun

Water Play

It wouldn’t be a Minnesota summer without a swim in a lake!

Steamboat Days | Explore Minnesota

Explore Minnesota

Community Celebrations

Towns throughout the state celebrate their heritage and traditions with community festivals and celebrations. These often include parades, fireworks, concerts, art and more!

Sue Z.'s Picks: Wellness at the St. Paul Farmers Market | Minnesota Monthly

Minnesota Monthly

Farmer’s Markets

Throughout the summer months, support local farmers by doing your shopping at a local Farmer’s market. Our family loves to buy tomatillos, tomatoes, poblanos, cilantro and make homemade salsa! Our kiddos loves visiting the market to pick out fresh flowers and dance to the live music. Everyone has a blast!

 

Guest Blogger: Katya Larsen, Stager, A Home Revival

Small Business Saturday

Everyone knows about Black Friday, but do you know about Small Business Saturday?  This year, it is Saturday, November 26th (always the day following Black Friday).

We’d like to highlight some of our favorite small businesses to get you thinking about how you can support small and local businesses this year:

Pretty Sunny Studio – Minneapolis, MN

Carly makes terrazzo handmade products in happy colors and patterns.

Olive Branch Baskets – Eden Prairie, MN

If you’re looking for hand-picked gift baskets for any occasion, Tehani is your gal!  She has great taste and does an excellent job curating something special for you.

Courage Craft Co – Beldenville, WI

Karissa makes handcrafted baby accessories in the cutest fabrics.

Thistles & Threads – Osseo, MN

Home decor, apparel, gifts & more.  This cute shop is run by Jess, a talented business owner and designer.  They are having a Small Business Saturday event 10am – 4pm!

Ellingboe Photo – Twin Cities, MN

Caroline does beautiful work and is so fun to work with to boot!

Koselig Candle Co. – White Bear Lake, MN

The quality is top notch and we love the look of the black or white vessel – it always looks good in your house no matter the season.

We hope you can find a way to support local businesses this year.  We know what it’s like to run a business, so we encourage you to show any small business owners some love! If you can, check out a few of these on our list or let us know of any you’d recommend!

 

 

Where You Can Watch Fireworks!

Many towns and communities have canceled fireworks this year due to Covid-19 however some towns and communities have decided to proceed while stressing social distancing. Some towns have closed roads or changed venue sites to assist with social distancing guidelines.   Flag and fireworks

Here are just a few:

Chanhassen’s fireworks display is still a go at 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, at Lake Ann Park. However, Lake Ann Park, Greenwood Shores Park and the trail between the two will be closed this year so spectators will have to find a different place to watch the show.

Chaska: Starting at dusk on July 4 at McKnight Park over Lake Jonathan.

Lakeville: At 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, fireworks will be launched at King Park. The display will be able to be seen throughout the city to allow for proper social distancing.

 

If  you are ‘Up North’, fireworks will be shot off over Gull Lake in Nisswa, courtesy of Cragun’s Resort and Madden’s Resort at 10:00 pm on July 4th. In Park Rapids at dusk on Saturday, July 4, fireworks will be shot from Heartland Park;  and in Walker fireworks will be shot off at dusk from the park area for the Fireworks on the Bay in Walker event.

 

Check out Cities websites as some will also be live streaming the fireworks display.

 

Happy BDay USA

May you have a safe and very blessed 4th of July. Happy Birthday USA!!