Minneapolis / St. Paul: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving recipes, food, ideas, events, shopping, volunteering, and more to help you plan your Thanksgiving holiday in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities.
Thanksgiving recipes, food, ideas, events, shopping, volunteering, and more to help you plan your Thanksgiving holiday in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities.
holiday shows
Create fonder memories than a pair of socks or an electric drill with tickets to a holiday concert, play, ballet, musical, or performance. Choose from classics like the Nutcracker or White Christmas, or something more unusual like In the Heart of the Beast's puppet street theater or a production from the Hennepin Theater District.
Create fonder memories than a pair of socks or an electric drill with tickets to a holiday concert, play, ballet, musical, or performance. Choose from classics like the Nutcracker or White Christmas, or something more unusual like In the Heart of the Beast's puppet street theater or a production from the Hennepin Theater District.
Black Friday
A guide to Black Friday deals at local malls in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities Metro Area
A guide to Black Friday deals at local malls in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities Metro Area
Getting a Driver's License
New residents of Minnesota who wish to drive have 60 days to apply for a Minnesota driver's license. Here's how to apply for a Minnesota driver's licence.
New residents of Minnesota who wish to drive have 60 days to apply for a Minnesota driver's license. Here's how to apply for a Minnesota driver's licence.
Minneapolis Zip Codes
What is the zip code for Minneapolis? What is the zip code for downtown Minneapolis? Here's the ZIP Codes used in the city of Minneapolis and Hennepin County, and a Minneapolis Zip Code Map.
What is the zip code for Minneapolis? What is the zip code for downtown Minneapolis? Here's the ZIP Codes used in the city of Minneapolis and Hennepin County, and a Minneapolis Zip Code Map.
Free Minneapolis/St. Paul
Free attractions, free parades, free festivals, free museums, free family activities, and free things to do in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities.
Free attractions, free parades, free festivals, free museums, free family activities, and free things to do in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities.
Free Children's Activities
Free things to do with children in Minneapolis and St. Paul - museums, movies, art, and more.
Free things to do with children in Minneapolis and St. Paul - museums, movies, art, and more.
Food Stamps
Applying for Food Support and applying for Food Stamps in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the Twin Cities
Applying for Food Support and applying for Food Stamps in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the Twin Cities
November 2009 Calendar
November 200 events calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of fall events and festivals in Minneapolis, and events and festivals in St. Paul in November 20089. November events in Minneapolis and November Events in St. Paul, Minnesota.
November 200 events calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of fall events and festivals in Minneapolis, and events and festivals in St. Paul in November 20089. November events in Minneapolis and November Events in St. Paul, Minnesota.
New Year's Eve
Where to celebrate New Year's Eve in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and around the Twin Cities metro area.
Where to celebrate New Year's Eve in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and around the Twin Cities metro area.
The Guthrie Theater
The Guthrie Theater in downtown Minneapolis is a stunning modern building. The Guthrie Theater has three stages for plays staring renowned actors. The Guthrie Theater building has dramatic open spaces, bars, restaurants and cafes that are open all day to the public. The Guthrie Theater is a must-see place in downtown Minneapolis, either to see a play at, or to admire the architecture, and the wonderful views over downtown Minneapolis and the Mississippi River.
The Guthrie Theater in downtown Minneapolis is a stunning modern building. The Guthrie Theater has three stages for plays staring renowned actors. The Guthrie Theater building has dramatic open spaces, bars, restaurants and cafes that are open all day to the public. The Guthrie Theater is a must-see place in downtown Minneapolis, either to see a play at, or to admire the architecture, and the wonderful views over downtown Minneapolis and the Mississippi River.
The Mall of America
The Mall of America in Bloomington, south Minneapolis, is the biggest mall in the country, packed with megastores, boutiques, restaurants, entertainment and attractions for all the family. Get your credit cards, your walking shoes and get set to shop till you drop and play all day at the Mall of America.
The Mall of America in Bloomington, south Minneapolis, is the biggest mall in the country, packed with megastores, boutiques, restaurants, entertainment and attractions for all the family. Get your credit cards, your walking shoes and get set to shop till you drop and play all day at the Mall of America.
Thanksgiving Turkeys
Where to buy local Minnesota turkeys for Thanksgiving in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Find a local Thanksgiving turkey in a local store in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Where to buy local Minnesota turkeys for Thanksgiving in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Find a local Thanksgiving turkey in a local store in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Bars/Restaurants on West 7th
West Seventh Street, leading southwest out of Downtown St. Paul from the Xcel Energy Center, is the best place to find a restaurant, pub, bar or sandwich shops, all very convenient for a meal, snack, or drink before or after an event at the Xcel Energy Center. Here's where Republican National Convention-eers, Minnesota Wild fans, and Xcel concert-goers can visit, all on West Seventh, within a short walk of the Xcel Center.
West Seventh Street, leading southwest out of Downtown St. Paul from the Xcel Energy Center, is the best place to find a restaurant, pub, bar or sandwich shops, all very convenient for a meal, snack, or drink before or after an event at the Xcel Energy Center. Here's where Republican National Convention-eers, Minnesota Wild fans, and Xcel concert-goers can visit, all on West Seventh, within a short walk of the Xcel Center.
Downtown Minneapolis
Downtown Minneapolis has it all - downtown Minneapolis nightclubs, restaurants, museums, theatres, history, shopping, skyscrapers and the skyway and Light Rail to link it all together. Here's a guide to what to see, where to go in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota
Downtown Minneapolis has it all - downtown Minneapolis nightclubs, restaurants, museums, theatres, history, shopping, skyscrapers and the skyway and Light Rail to link it all together. Here's a guide to what to see, where to go in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota
Speeding Tickets: St. Paul
You have been pulled over by the police, and the police officer has given you a speeding ticket. What now? Here's how to pay fines, contest a speeding ticket, and a way to keep speeding tickets off your driving record in St. Paul and Ramsey County.
You have been pulled over by the police, and the police officer has given you a speeding ticket. What now? Here's how to pay fines, contest a speeding ticket, and a way to keep speeding tickets off your driving record in St. Paul and Ramsey County.
Free Museums and Attractions
Many world-class attractions, and interesting little museums in Minneapolis and St. Paul are completely free to visit. And several others who usually charge for admission have frequent open days with free admission. Here's where you can enjoy art and entertainment for free in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Many world-class attractions, and interesting little museums in Minneapolis and St. Paul are completely free to visit. And several others who usually charge for admission have frequent open days with free admission. Here's where you can enjoy art and entertainment for free in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Ski and Snowboard
A list of downhill skiing and snowboarding areas in and near the Minneapolis-St. Paul Twin Cities Metro area. A guide to local ski and snowboard resorts close to Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota.
A list of downhill skiing and snowboarding areas in and near the Minneapolis-St. Paul Twin Cities Metro area. A guide to local ski and snowboard resorts close to Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota.
Vintage Clothing Stores
Vintage clothing has never been more fashionable. We in stylish Minneapolis and St. Paul knew how fab vintage is, well before vintage clothes became mainstream, so we are lucky to have several excellent vintage clothing stores here in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Here's a list of vintage clothing stores in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Vintage clothing has never been more fashionable. We in stylish Minneapolis and St. Paul knew how fab vintage is, well before vintage clothes became mainstream, so we are lucky to have several excellent vintage clothing stores here in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Here's a list of vintage clothing stores in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
International Dining On Grand
St. Paul's Grand Avenue is packed with restaurants serving food from every corner of the world. Here's a list of the 10 best international restaurants on Grand Avenue in St. Paul.
St. Paul's Grand Avenue is packed with restaurants serving food from every corner of the world. Here's a list of the 10 best international restaurants on Grand Avenue in St. Paul.
Parking Tickets in Minneapolis
The city of Minneapolis issues around 200,000 parking tickets annually. Here's what to do if you get a parking ticket, help paying a parking fine, and the best ways to avoid any more tickets.
The city of Minneapolis issues around 200,000 parking tickets annually. Here's what to do if you get a parking ticket, help paying a parking fine, and the best ways to avoid any more tickets.
Maternity Clothing Stores
A list of maternity clothing retailers and stores in Minneapolis and St. Paul: a guide of where to shop for maternity dresses, jeans, shirts and more in the Twin Cities.
A list of maternity clothing retailers and stores in Minneapolis and St. Paul: a guide of where to shop for maternity dresses, jeans, shirts and more in the Twin Cities.
Minneapolis Skyways
Minneapolis skyways link buildings in downtown Minneapolis. Minneapolis' skyways are climate-controlled and wonderful for getting to places without braving the cold or the heat. Here's a guide to, and maps of Minneapolis' skyway system.
Minneapolis skyways link buildings in downtown Minneapolis. Minneapolis' skyways are climate-controlled and wonderful for getting to places without braving the cold or the heat. Here's a guide to, and maps of Minneapolis' skyway system.
Minneapolis Speeding Tickets
You have been pulled over by the police, and the police officer has given you a speeding ticket. What now? Here's how to pay fines, contest a speeding ticket, and a way to keep speeding tickets off your driving record in Minneapolis and Hennepin County.
You have been pulled over by the police, and the police officer has given you a speeding ticket. What now? Here's how to pay fines, contest a speeding ticket, and a way to keep speeding tickets off your driving record in Minneapolis and Hennepin County.
The Cathedral of St. Paul
The Cathedral of St. Paul is a magnificent 100-year-old Roman Catholic church in downtown St. Paul. It is an inspiring place to visit and has much to admire. Here's a guide to the history, architecture, and worship at St. Paul's Cathedral.
The Cathedral of St. Paul is a magnificent 100-year-old Roman Catholic church in downtown St. Paul. It is an inspiring place to visit and has much to admire. Here's a guide to the history, architecture, and worship at St. Paul's Cathedral.
Cut Your Own Christmas Tree
Local farms for Minneapolis/St. Paul and Twin Cities metro area residents to cut their own Minnesota-grown Christmas tree for the holidays
Local farms for Minneapolis/St. Paul and Twin Cities metro area residents to cut their own Minnesota-grown Christmas tree for the holidays
St. Paul's Grand Avenue
Grand Avenue is St. Paul's shopping neighborhood. Grand Avenue has many interesting independent shops and stores, plus restaurants, cafes and coffee shops. Plan a visit for St. Paul's Grand Avenue with this guide.
Grand Avenue is St. Paul's shopping neighborhood. Grand Avenue has many interesting independent shops and stores, plus restaurants, cafes and coffee shops. Plan a visit for St. Paul's Grand Avenue with this guide.
cheapchildrens
A selection of free, cheap and low-cost ideas to entertain children in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities
A selection of free, cheap and low-cost ideas to entertain children in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities
Nicollet Mall
Nicollet Mall is downtown Minneapolis' shopping district, and a major arts and entertainment district in downtown Minneapolis. Here's the stores to visit, bars and restaurants, arts, entertainment and sights to see on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis.
Nicollet Mall is downtown Minneapolis' shopping district, and a major arts and entertainment district in downtown Minneapolis. Here's the stores to visit, bars and restaurants, arts, entertainment and sights to see on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis.
Como Zoo and Conservatory
Como Park in St. Paul contains Como Zoo, Como Town Amusement Park, a Japanese Garden, the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, the Tropical Encounters exibit, and the Zobota Cafe. Here's a guide to visiting the zoo, gardens and Conservatory at Como Park in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Como Park in St. Paul contains Como Zoo, Como Town Amusement Park, a Japanese Garden, the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, the Tropical Encounters exibit, and the Zobota Cafe. Here's a guide to visiting the zoo, gardens and Conservatory at Como Park in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Riding the Bus
Metro Transit operates buses and light rail services in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities metro area. Here's how to ride the bus in the Twin Cities, Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Metro Transit operates buses and light rail services in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities metro area. Here's how to ride the bus in the Twin Cities, Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Registering a Car
If you are moving to Minnesota, and bringing your car or truck with you, you have 60 days to register the vehicle with the MN DVS - Department of Vehicle Services - in Minnesota. Here's how to register your non-commercial vehicle with the MN DVS in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
If you are moving to Minnesota, and bringing your car or truck with you, you have 60 days to register the vehicle with the MN DVS - Department of Vehicle Services - in Minnesota. Here's how to register your non-commercial vehicle with the MN DVS in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
The Museum Adventure Pass
Libraries across the Twin Cities are offering free admissions to Minneapolis and St. Paul museums and galleries with the "Check Out a Museum" Mueseum Adventure Pass. Here's what you need to do to get your free passes to 20 museums and galleries in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Libraries across the Twin Cities are offering free admissions to Minneapolis and St. Paul museums and galleries with the "Check Out a Museum" Mueseum Adventure Pass. Here's what you need to do to get your free passes to 20 museums and galleries in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Wild Rumpus
In a world of identikit chain bookstores, independent store Wild Rumpus is out of this world. Wild Rumpus is a independent children's bookstore in Linden Hills, Minneapolis, and it is as wild as they come. Here's a review and guide to the Wild Rumpus children's bookstore in Minneapolis.
In a world of identikit chain bookstores, independent store Wild Rumpus is out of this world. Wild Rumpus is a independent children's bookstore in Linden Hills, Minneapolis, and it is as wild as they come. Here's a review and guide to the Wild Rumpus children's bookstore in Minneapolis.
Downtown St. Paul
Downtown St. Paul has restaurants, museums, theaters, history, shopping, lofts, skyscrapers and the Skyway system to link it all together. Here's a guide to what to see, where to go, where to live, and what to do in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota.
Downtown St. Paul has restaurants, museums, theaters, history, shopping, lofts, skyscrapers and the Skyway system to link it all together. Here's a guide to what to see, where to go, where to live, and what to do in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota.
The Walker Art Center
The Walker Art Center is housed in a stunning Herzon & De Meuron building. The Walker Art Gallery is Minnesota's leading modern art museum. There are several floors of works by prominent artists, a comprehensive shop, two Wolfgang Puck restaurants, and the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden opposite.
The Walker Art Center is housed in a stunning Herzon & De Meuron building. The Walker Art Gallery is Minnesota's leading modern art museum. There are several floors of works by prominent artists, a comprehensive shop, two Wolfgang Puck restaurants, and the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden opposite.
Hiawatha Light Rail
The city of Minneapolis has a modern, rapid light rail line connecting the Minneapolis downtown area with the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport, and Mall of America in Bloomington. Here's a guide to using the Hiawatha Light Rail line.
The city of Minneapolis has a modern, rapid light rail line connecting the Minneapolis downtown area with the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport, and Mall of America in Bloomington. Here's a guide to using the Hiawatha Light Rail line.
Airport Parking at MSP Airport
Airport Parking at Minneapolis-St. Paul international airport, MSP. A run down of the available options for airport parking, the price and convenience of the various parking lots and ramps that service travelers from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Airport Parking at Minneapolis-St. Paul international airport, MSP. A run down of the available options for airport parking, the price and convenience of the various parking lots and ramps that service travelers from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
What to Wear in the Winter
Are you about to have first winter in Minneapolis or St. Paul? What clothes will you need to see you through the winter? Here's a checklist of winter garments you'll need to weather the Minnesota winter
Are you about to have first winter in Minneapolis or St. Paul? What clothes will you need to see you through the winter? Here's a checklist of winter garments you'll need to weather the Minnesota winter
Summit Hill Walking Tour
A walking tour of St Paul's historic Summit Hill neighborhood. This section of the tour heads down Summit Avenue, past impressive Victorian mansions.
A walking tour of St Paul's historic Summit Hill neighborhood. This section of the tour heads down Summit Avenue, past impressive Victorian mansions.
Running in the Twin Cities
Minneapolis and St. Paul are home to many runners, and many beautiful places to run. Here's where to run, running routes, running stores, and how to find races and events and marathons to train for.
Minneapolis and St. Paul are home to many runners, and many beautiful places to run. Here's where to run, running routes, running stores, and how to find races and events and marathons to train for.
Neighborhoods of St. Paul
The city of St. Paul is divided into 17 neighborhoods. Here's a list and description of St. Paul's neighborhoods.
The city of St. Paul is divided into 17 neighborhoods. Here's a list and description of St. Paul's neighborhoods.
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Parking Tickets in St. Paul
St. Paul issues 125,000 parking tickets annually. Here's what to do if you get a parking ticket, how to contest a st. Paul parking ticket, help paying a parking fine, and the best ways to avoid any more tickets.
St. Paul issues 125,000 parking tickets annually. Here's what to do if you get a parking ticket, how to contest a st. Paul parking ticket, help paying a parking fine, and the best ways to avoid any more tickets.
Winterizing Your Car
Winter is hard on cars in Minnesota. Here's a guide to preparing your car for Minneapolis and St. Paul's winter.
Winter is hard on cars in Minnesota. Here's a guide to preparing your car for Minneapolis and St. Paul's winter.
Ice Skating
Ice skating is very popular in Minneapolis and St. Paul at selected ice rinks and arenas all year around, and at several outside locations as soon as the weather gets cold enough for the ice rinks and lakes to freeze. Here's where to ice skate in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities.
Ice skating is very popular in Minneapolis and St. Paul at selected ice rinks and arenas all year around, and at several outside locations as soon as the weather gets cold enough for the ice rinks and lakes to freeze. Here's where to ice skate in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities.
Winter
Winter in Minneapolis and St. Paul: How bad is it? How cold is it? How to prepare yourself, your car and your wardrobe for the winter in Minneapolis and St. Paul. And links to all the winter fun to be enjoyed during the snow.
Winter in Minneapolis and St. Paul: How bad is it? How cold is it? How to prepare yourself, your car and your wardrobe for the winter in Minneapolis and St. Paul. And links to all the winter fun to be enjoyed during the snow.
Food Banks
Finding food banks and food shelves in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and around the Twin Cities
Finding food banks and food shelves in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and around the Twin Cities
Official Mpls Neighborhoods
The city of Minneapolis is divided into 11 communities, each of which are divided into several neighborhoods. Here's a list of Minneapolis's official communities and neighborhoods.
The city of Minneapolis is divided into 11 communities, each of which are divided into several neighborhoods. Here's a list of Minneapolis's official communities and neighborhoods.
The MIA
The Minneapolis Institute of Arts is a world-renowned art gallery and museum in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Here's a guide to visiting and enjoying the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.
The Minneapolis Institute of Arts is a world-renowned art gallery and museum in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Here's a guide to visiting and enjoying the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.
Figlio's Restaurant
Figlio's restaurant, in the Calhoun Square mall in Uptown Minneapolis, serves brunch, lunch and dinner in a stylish
Figlio's restaurant, in the Calhoun Square mall in Uptown Minneapolis, serves brunch, lunch and dinner in a stylish
Neighborhood Safety
If you are moving to a new neighborhood, you will probably want to know asking how safe that neighborhood is. Here's how to find information on crime, sex offenders and dangerous dogs in a neighborhood of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
If you are moving to a new neighborhood, you will probably want to know asking how safe that neighborhood is. Here's how to find information on crime, sex offenders and dangerous dogs in a neighborhood of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Annual Events in Mpls/St. Paul
Major annual events in Minneapolis and St. Paul
Major annual events in Minneapolis and St. Paul
Budget Minneapolis/St. Paul
Saving money on food, utility bills, entertainment, hair cuts, children's activities, home and yard expenses, car costs, and other ways to live more cheaply in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Saving money on food, utility bills, entertainment, hair cuts, children's activities, home and yard expenses, car costs, and other ways to live more cheaply in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Love and Hate
Thinking about relocating to Minneapolis/St. Paul? What's good and bad about the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul? Here's what I love about Minneapolis and St. Paul and what I hate about Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Thinking about relocating to Minneapolis/St. Paul? What's good and bad about the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul? Here's what I love about Minneapolis and St. Paul and what I hate about Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Orchestra Hall, seen from Peavey Plaza
Peavey Plaza, and Orchestra Hall, home of the Minnesota Orchestra, downtown Minneapolis
Peavey Plaza, and Orchestra Hall, home of the Minnesota Orchestra, downtown Minneapolis
Toy Stores
A list of interesting and independent toy stores in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities metro area.
A list of interesting and independent toy stores in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities metro area.
Merriam Park
Merriam Park is a residential neighborhood on the west side of St. Paul, bordering the Mississippi river. Merriam Park has attractive housing, independent businesses and pretty parks. What is it like to live in, or visit Merriam Park? Find out here with this guide to St. Paul neighborhood Merriam Park.
Merriam Park is a residential neighborhood on the west side of St. Paul, bordering the Mississippi river. Merriam Park has attractive housing, independent businesses and pretty parks. What is it like to live in, or visit Merriam Park? Find out here with this guide to St. Paul neighborhood Merriam Park.
The IDS Tower
Downtown Minneapolis skyscrapers. The IDS Tower reflecting the Wells Fargo tower.
Downtown Minneapolis skyscrapers. The IDS Tower reflecting the Wells Fargo tower.
The Science Museum
The Science Museum of Minnesota is a large science and technology museum on the bank of the Mississippi in downtown St. Paul. The Science Museum of Minnesota has notable Paleontology, Weather, Electricity, Anthropology and Natural History displays, and a seasonal outdoor garden.
The Science Museum of Minnesota is a large science and technology museum on the bank of the Mississippi in downtown St. Paul. The Science Museum of Minnesota has notable Paleontology, Weather, Electricity, Anthropology and Natural History displays, and a seasonal outdoor garden.
Co-ops
Co-op markets in the Twin Cities sell local, organic, ethical, sustainable food. Here's a list of co-ops in Minneapolis, St. Paul and in the Twin Cities.
Co-op markets in the Twin Cities sell local, organic, ethical, sustainable food. Here's a list of co-ops in Minneapolis, St. Paul and in the Twin Cities.
The Mill City Museum
Minneapolis' nickname is the Mill City. So it's only appropriate that there is a museum on the banks of the Mississippi celebrating the city's milling heritage. The Mill City Museum is a modern building in the ruins of a historical mill celebrating the mills and mill workers who laid the foundations of the city of Minneapolis.
Minneapolis' nickname is the Mill City. So it's only appropriate that there is a museum on the banks of the Mississippi celebrating the city's milling heritage. The Mill City Museum is a modern building in the ruins of a historical mill celebrating the mills and mill workers who laid the foundations of the city of Minneapolis.
The OptiCom System
What are the white lights on Minneapolis' and St. Paul's traffic signals? It's a system to change the traffic signals when an emergency vehicle is approaching, and the white strobe light flashes to warn other drivers. Here's how the Opticom system works, and what to do if you see the white light lit, or flashing, at an intersection.
What are the white lights on Minneapolis' and St. Paul's traffic signals? It's a system to change the traffic signals when an emergency vehicle is approaching, and the white strobe light flashes to warn other drivers. Here's how the Opticom system works, and what to do if you see the white light lit, or flashing, at an intersection.
Obituaries
A list of resources for placing an obituary notice in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Also, resources for finding an obituary for a person in the Twin Cities.
A list of resources for placing an obituary notice in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Also, resources for finding an obituary for a person in the Twin Cities.
Romantic Places
A first date, Valentine's day, or a special day with the one you love - here are some romantic places to go in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
A first date, Valentine's day, or a special day with the one you love - here are some romantic places to go in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Crystal Court inside the IDS Center
Crystal Court, an indoor park inside the IDS Center in downtown Minneapolis
Crystal Court, an indoor park inside the IDS Center in downtown Minneapolis
Winter Car Emergency Kit
Even urban drivers in Minneapolis and St. Paul should have a winter emergency kit in their cars. A winter emergency kit carried in your car could make a life-or-death difference if your car is trapped in a blizzard, or goes off the road into a snowstorm. Here's how to prepare a winter emergency kit for your car.
Even urban drivers in Minneapolis and St. Paul should have a winter emergency kit in their cars. A winter emergency kit carried in your car could make a life-or-death difference if your car is trapped in a blizzard, or goes off the road into a snowstorm. Here's how to prepare a winter emergency kit for your car.
Car Seat Laws in Minnesota
What is the law about car seats and booster seats for babies, toddlers and children in Minnesota? When can children ride in the front seat in Minnesota?
What is the law about car seats and booster seats for babies, toddlers and children in Minnesota? When can children ride in the front seat in Minnesota?
Free Concerts at the Park
Every summer, the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul put on free concerts in city parks. Every style of music imaginable is played, for all tastes and ages. Here's a list of what's happening this summer.
Every summer, the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul put on free concerts in city parks. Every style of music imaginable is played, for all tastes and ages. Here's a list of what's happening this summer.
survivingwinter
Newcomers to the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area are told repeatedly how bad the winter is. It's bad... but with the right supplies, right attitude and adopting a measure of Scandinavian hardiness, the winter can be not just tolerable, but even fun. Here's how to survive and even enjoy the winter in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota.
Newcomers to the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area are told repeatedly how bad the winter is. It's bad... but with the right supplies, right attitude and adopting a measure of Scandinavian hardiness, the winter can be not just tolerable, but even fun. Here's how to survive and even enjoy the winter in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota.
Gaviidae Common Shopping Mall
Gaviidae Common, an upscale shopping mall in the skyway system in downtown Minneapolis
Gaviidae Common, an upscale shopping mall in the skyway system in downtown Minneapolis
Designer Clothes Outlet Stores
Where to find designer clothes on sale at outlet stores and outlet malls in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities.
Where to find designer clothes on sale at outlet stores and outlet malls in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities.
Walking or Riding Lake Phalen
Lake Phalen, in Phalen Park, St. Paul, is circled with a walking trail and a cycle path. Here's a photo tour of what to see when walking or biking around Phalen Lake in St. Paul.
Lake Phalen, in Phalen Park, St. Paul, is circled with a walking trail and a cycle path. Here's a photo tour of what to see when walking or biking around Phalen Lake in St. Paul.
St. Paul Zip Codes
A List of ZIP Codes used in the city of St. Paul and Ramsey County
A List of ZIP Codes used in the city of St. Paul and Ramsey County
Kettlebell Classes
Kettlebell classes are growing in popularity in Minneapolis, St. Paul and gyms in the Twin Cities. Why is it so popular, who is the best instructor, and where can you join a kettlebell class in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities?
Kettlebell classes are growing in popularity in Minneapolis, St. Paul and gyms in the Twin Cities. Why is it so popular, who is the best instructor, and where can you join a kettlebell class in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities?
Climate of the Twin Cities
What's the climate of Minneapolis and St. Paul like? And how bad are the winters in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities in Minnesota?
What's the climate of Minneapolis and St. Paul like? And how bad are the winters in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities in Minnesota?
Shopping Neighborhoods
Want to go shopping in Minneapolis? Or go shopping in St. Paul? Here's the shopping districts in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities metro area for fashion stores, big box retailers, independent stores, antiques, vintage stores and more.
Want to go shopping in Minneapolis? Or go shopping in St. Paul? Here's the shopping districts in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities metro area for fashion stores, big box retailers, independent stores, antiques, vintage stores and more.
New Residents Driving
New drivers in Minneapolis and St. Paul have to register their cars, get a Minnesota driver's license, and prepare for winter driving. Not to mention getting to grips with the quirks of driving in the Twin Cities. Here's an overview of driving a vehicle in the Twin Cities for new residents of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
New drivers in Minneapolis and St. Paul have to register their cars, get a Minnesota driver's license, and prepare for winter driving. Not to mention getting to grips with the quirks of driving in the Twin Cities. Here's an overview of driving a vehicle in the Twin Cities for new residents of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
The Tea Garden
Doesn't "The Tea Garden" sound refined? The Tea Garden is actually a chic Asian-inspired modern tea shop, selling bubble tea, chai tea and regular hot tea too.
Doesn't "The Tea Garden" sound refined? The Tea Garden is actually a chic Asian-inspired modern tea shop, selling bubble tea, chai tea and regular hot tea too.
Nina's Coffee Cafe
Nina's Coffee Cafe is a neighborhood cafe and coffee shop on St. Paul's Selby Avenue, near St Paul's Cathedral, in Summit Hill. Here's a review of Nina's Coffee Cafe.
Nina's Coffee Cafe is a neighborhood cafe and coffee shop on St. Paul's Selby Avenue, near St Paul's Cathedral, in Summit Hill. Here's a review of Nina's Coffee Cafe.
The Midtown Greenway
The Midtown Greenway is a 5.5 mile bicycle and pedestrian trail spanning the width of Minneapolis. Here's a guided tour and photographs of Minneapolis' Midtown Greenway.
The Midtown Greenway is a 5.5 mile bicycle and pedestrian trail spanning the width of Minneapolis. Here's a guided tour and photographs of Minneapolis' Midtown Greenway.
Minnesota Zoo
Minnesota Zoo is 20 minutes south of Minneapolis and St Paul in the suburb of Apple Valley. A dolphin show, tropical jungle, tigers, sharks, bears, camels, wolves and more at the Minnesota Zoo are wonderful family entertainment in summer or winter.
Minnesota Zoo is 20 minutes south of Minneapolis and St Paul in the suburb of Apple Valley. A dolphin show, tropical jungle, tigers, sharks, bears, camels, wolves and more at the Minnesota Zoo are wonderful family entertainment in summer or winter.
Minnesota Children's Museum
The Minnesota Children's Museum is in downtown St. Paul. The Minnesota Children's Museum is enormously popular. The Children's Museum is full of engaging exhibits, and excited children. Here's a guide to what's at the Minnesota Children's Museum in St. Paul.
The Minnesota Children's Museum is in downtown St. Paul. The Minnesota Children's Museum is enormously popular. The Children's Museum is full of engaging exhibits, and excited children. Here's a guide to what's at the Minnesota Children's Museum in St. Paul.
Casper's & Runyon's Nook
Casper's and Runyon's Nook bar in Highland Park, St. Paul, has garnered plenty of attention from the local media, and even a spot on national TV. Is Casper's and Runyon's Nook worthy of all the hype?
Casper's and Runyon's Nook bar in Highland Park, St. Paul, has garnered plenty of attention from the local media, and even a spot on national TV. Is Casper's and Runyon's Nook worthy of all the hype?
Minnehaha Park
Minnehaha Park is 193 acres of parkland where Minnehaha Creek meets the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. Minnehaha Park has a famous waterfall, Minnehaha Falls, and sculptures of Hiawatha and Minnehaha. It also has an off-leash dog park, restaurant and picnic area. Find out more about visiting Minnehaha Park and Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis with this guide.
Minnehaha Park is 193 acres of parkland where Minnehaha Creek meets the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. Minnehaha Park has a famous waterfall, Minnehaha Falls, and sculptures of Hiawatha and Minnehaha. It also has an off-leash dog park, restaurant and picnic area. Find out more about visiting Minnehaha Park and Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis with this guide.
Twin Cities' Fire Departments
An introduction to Minneapolis's Fire Department and St. Paul's Fire Department. Here you'll find basic information about the cities of Minneapolis' and St. Paul's Fire Fighting Services.
An introduction to Minneapolis's Fire Department and St. Paul's Fire Department. Here you'll find basic information about the cities of Minneapolis' and St. Paul's Fire Fighting Services.
Walking/Cycling Lake Harriet
Lake Harriet, in south west Minneapolis, is circled with a walking trail and a cycle path. Here's a photo tour of what to see when walking, jogging, rollerblading or biking around Lake Harriet in Minneapolis.
Lake Harriet, in south west Minneapolis, is circled with a walking trail and a cycle path. Here's a photo tour of what to see when walking, jogging, rollerblading or biking around Lake Harriet in Minneapolis.
Free Things
Who says there's no such thing as a free lunch? Here's where to find free household goods, free baby gear, free children's toys, free gardening supplies and plants, and much more in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Who says there's no such thing as a free lunch? Here's where to find free household goods, free baby gear, free children's toys, free gardening supplies and plants, and much more in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Minneapolis Central Library
Minneapolis Central Library, Downtown Minneapolis
Minneapolis Central Library, Downtown Minneapolis
The Basilica of St Mary
A guide to the Basilica of St Mary, a century-old church in Minneapolis.
A guide to the Basilica of St Mary, a century-old church in Minneapolis.
The Louisiana Cafe
Louisiana Cafe serves breakfast and lunch in their large restaurant on the intersection of Selby Avenue and Dale Street in St. Paul. The owners manage three other restaurants, so if they are sucessful, it should be good, right? Right?
Louisiana Cafe serves breakfast and lunch in their large restaurant on the intersection of Selby Avenue and Dale Street in St. Paul. The owners manage three other restaurants, so if they are sucessful, it should be good, right? Right?
Fort Snelling
Fort Snelling is an 18th century military fort on the banks of the Mississippi and Minnesota rivers, between the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Here is a guide to the history of Fort Snelling, and information for those who wish to visit the historic Fort.
Fort Snelling is an 18th century military fort on the banks of the Mississippi and Minnesota rivers, between the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Here is a guide to the history of Fort Snelling, and information for those who wish to visit the historic Fort.
The Whittier Neighborhood
The Whittier neighborhood is one of Minneapolis's oldest and most interesting residential and artistic districts. It contains the Minneapolis Institure of Arts, an exciting "Eat Street" and is rich in history. See what the Whittier neighborhood has to offer with this guide.
The Whittier neighborhood is one of Minneapolis's oldest and most interesting residential and artistic districts. It contains the Minneapolis Institure of Arts, an exciting "Eat Street" and is rich in history. See what the Whittier neighborhood has to offer with this guide.
Outdoor Winter Sports
When the snow falls, there's plenty to do outside in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Wrap up warm and come out to play in the ice and snow!
When the snow falls, there's plenty to do outside in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Wrap up warm and come out to play in the ice and snow!
The Aveda Institute in Minneap
The Aveda Institute is a salon and spa school in Minneapolis. Students perform salon and spa services on customers while supervised by experienced, qualified teachers. It's a popular way to get a bargain priced haircut or beauty treatment in Minneapolis. What's it like visiting the Aveda institute in Minneapolis?
The Aveda Institute is a salon and spa school in Minneapolis. Students perform salon and spa services on customers while supervised by experienced, qualified teachers. It's a popular way to get a bargain priced haircut or beauty treatment in Minneapolis. What's it like visiting the Aveda institute in Minneapolis?
Vertical Endeavors
Vertical Endeavors in the east side of St. Paul is a vast indoor climbing gym, a haven from the cold weather and a great practice space for rock climbing and bouldering.
Vertical Endeavors in the east side of St. Paul is a vast indoor climbing gym, a haven from the cold weather and a great practice space for rock climbing and bouldering.
WIC in Minneapolis/St. Paul
WIC programs for women, infants, and children in Minnesota are administered by the Minnesota Department of Health. Here's where to find out if you are eligible for WIC benefits, and how to apply for benefits.
WIC programs for women, infants, and children in Minnesota are administered by the Minnesota Department of Health. Here's where to find out if you are eligible for WIC benefits, and how to apply for benefits.
Unemployment Insurance Benefit
Unemployed in Minneapolis/St. Paul? Here's how to apply for Minnesota Unemployment Insurance Benefit payments.
Unemployed in Minneapolis/St. Paul? Here's how to apply for Minnesota Unemployment Insurance Benefit payments.
Live Music Venues
Live music venues in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Where to hear live rock, pop, electronic, punk and rap music from the latest artists, national acts and local bands and musicians.
Live music venues in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Where to hear live rock, pop, electronic, punk and rap music from the latest artists, national acts and local bands and musicians.
Skyscrapers in Minneapolis
Skyscrapers in downtown Minneapolis
Skyscrapers in downtown Minneapolis
Body Piercing
Reviews of body piercing studios in Minneapolis and St. Paul
Reviews of body piercing studios in Minneapolis and St. Paul
The Coffee News Cafe
In the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood, the Coffee News Cafe is a local favorite. But it is worth driving across town for? Here's a review of the Coffee News Cafe on Grand Avenue in St. Paul.
In the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood, the Coffee News Cafe is a local favorite. But it is worth driving across town for? Here's a review of the Coffee News Cafe on Grand Avenue in St. Paul.
Halloween Haunted Houses
A list of very scary Halloween haunted houses in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities metro area.
A list of very scary Halloween haunted houses in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities metro area.
View of Downtown Minneapolis
View of downtown Minneapolis' skyscrapers, seen from a light rail station
View of downtown Minneapolis' skyscrapers, seen from a light rail station
The Minnesota History Center
The Minnesota History Center, a museum, gallery and library is downtown St. Paul, is a fascinating place to visit for locals and tourists to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
The Minnesota History Center, a museum, gallery and library is downtown St. Paul, is a fascinating place to visit for locals and tourists to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
The St. Paul Winter Carnival
The St. Paul Winter Carnival, held at the end of January, has ice carving, Minnesotan foods, and a grand parade.
The St. Paul Winter Carnival, held at the end of January, has ice carving, Minnesotan foods, and a grand parade.
Treats on Grand Avenue
After a hard afternoon's shopping on St. Paul's Grand Avenue, reward yourself with a cappuccino, a cake or an ice cream from one of the many independent coffee shops, bakeries and ice cream parlors on Grand Avenue.
After a hard afternoon's shopping on St. Paul's Grand Avenue, reward yourself with a cappuccino, a cake or an ice cream from one of the many independent coffee shops, bakeries and ice cream parlors on Grand Avenue.
designer denim
Fashionistas say that it's worth spending $150+ on a pair of jeans if they make you look a million dollars. Here's a run-down of places in Minneapolis and St. Paul for shopping for a fabulous pair of designer denim. And a couple of places to shop for a bargain pair of designer jeans.
Fashionistas say that it's worth spending $150+ on a pair of jeans if they make you look a million dollars. Here's a run-down of places in Minneapolis and St. Paul for shopping for a fabulous pair of designer denim. And a couple of places to shop for a bargain pair of designer jeans.
Tornado
Minneapolis and St. Paul, like much of America, are at risk from Tornadoes and other severe weather in the summer. Here's information about how to anticipate and prepare for Tornadoes, as well as data about historical tornadoes that struck Minneapolis, St Paul and the surrounding area.
Minneapolis and St. Paul, like much of America, are at risk from Tornadoes and other severe weather in the summer. Here's information about how to anticipate and prepare for Tornadoes, as well as data about historical tornadoes that struck Minneapolis, St Paul and the surrounding area.
The Purple Onion
The Purple Onion is a large coffee shop and cafe in Minneapolis' Dinkytown. The Purple Onion has good food, good coffee and a friendly atmosphere.
The Purple Onion is a large coffee shop and cafe in Minneapolis' Dinkytown. The Purple Onion has good food, good coffee and a friendly atmosphere.
Space Shuttle ArtCar: Blast Off!
Minneapolis ArtCars - Space Shuttle Car Taking Off!
Minneapolis ArtCars - Space Shuttle Car Taking Off!
Summit Hill Neighborhood
The Summit-University neighborhood is one of the oldest parts of the city of St. Paul. Find out more about the history and attractions of St. Paul's Summit Hill neighborhood with this guide.
The Summit-University neighborhood is one of the oldest parts of the city of St. Paul. Find out more about the history and attractions of St. Paul's Summit Hill neighborhood with this guide.
The Bell Museum
A lesser known museum in Minneapolis is the Bell Museum of Natural History. Operated by the University of Minnesota, the Bell Museum of Natural History contains dioramas of Minnesotan wildlife, a hands-on room for children to touch and experiment with objects from the natural world, and changing special exhibits. Here's a guide to visiting the Bell Museum of Natural History in Minneapolis.
A lesser known museum in Minneapolis is the Bell Museum of Natural History. Operated by the University of Minnesota, the Bell Museum of Natural History contains dioramas of Minnesotan wildlife, a hands-on room for children to touch and experiment with objects from the natural world, and changing special exhibits. Here's a guide to visiting the Bell Museum of Natural History in Minneapolis.
Twin Cities Magic and Costume
Twin Cities Magic and Costume store in downtown St. Paul is the place for Halloween costumes and party supplies.
Twin Cities Magic and Costume store in downtown St. Paul is the place for Halloween costumes and party supplies.
225 South Sixth Skyscraper
225 South Sixth, to be renamed the Capella Tower in 2009, downtown Minneapolis
225 South Sixth, to be renamed the Capella Tower in 2009, downtown Minneapolis
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Minneapolis ArtCars - Space Shuttle Car, Ready for Blast Off!
Minneapolis ArtCars - Space Shuttle Car, Ready for Blast Off!
December 2008 Calendar
December 2008 events calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of winter events and festivals in Minneapolis, and events and festivals in St. Paul in November 2008. December events in Minneapolis and December Events in St. Paul, Minnesota.
December 2008 events calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of winter events and festivals in Minneapolis, and events and festivals in St. Paul in November 2008. December events in Minneapolis and December Events in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Walking or Riding Lake Como
Lake Como, in Como Park, St. Paul, is circled with a walking trail and a cycle path. Here's a photo tour of what to see when walking or biking around Lake Como in St. Paul.
Lake Como, in Como Park, St. Paul, is circled with a walking trail and a cycle path. Here's a photo tour of what to see when walking or biking around Lake Como in St. Paul.
Sex Offenders in Minnesota
Resources for finding lists and photographs of registered sex offenders in Minneapolis, St. Paul, the Twin Cities and in Minnesota. How to search the police database to find if there are any sex offenders living in your neighborhood.
Resources for finding lists and photographs of registered sex offenders in Minneapolis, St. Paul, the Twin Cities and in Minnesota. How to search the police database to find if there are any sex offenders living in your neighborhood.
It's a couch! It's a car! It's got chips!
Minneapolis ArtCars - Man Driving a Couch, with Potato Chips.
Minneapolis ArtCars - Man Driving a Couch, with Potato Chips.
Uptown Minneapolis
Uptown Minneapolis is where fashionable Minneapolis residents live, with a high concentration of stylish homes, stores, bars and restaurants. What is it like to live, work and play in Uptown Minneapolis? Find out with this guide to the Uptown neighborhood in Minneapolis.
Uptown Minneapolis is where fashionable Minneapolis residents live, with a high concentration of stylish homes, stores, bars and restaurants. What is it like to live, work and play in Uptown Minneapolis? Find out with this guide to the Uptown neighborhood in Minneapolis.
childfriendlycoffeeshops
Coffee shops that aren't just for the grown ups... these family friendly Minneapolis and St. Paul coffee shops have play areas and toys for the kids while mom or dad sip their coffee.
Coffee shops that aren't just for the grown ups... these family friendly Minneapolis and St. Paul coffee shops have play areas and toys for the kids while mom or dad sip their coffee.
A Piece of Cake Bakery
A Piece of Cake Bakery: A dizzying array of cakes, bars, buns, pastries, cupcakes and brownies are on display to tempt you in A Piece of Cake Bakery in St. Paul's Summit Hill.
A Piece of Cake Bakery: A dizzying array of cakes, bars, buns, pastries, cupcakes and brownies are on display to tempt you in A Piece of Cake Bakery in St. Paul's Summit Hill.
Sovereign Grounds
A Review of Minneapolis Coffee Shop Sovereign Grounds, a neighborhood coffee shop located in south Minneapolis.
A Review of Minneapolis Coffee Shop Sovereign Grounds, a neighborhood coffee shop located in south Minneapolis.
Wonderment
Wonderment Toy Store is a no-batteries-required toy store: natural toys, toys to encourage creative play, art and craft supplies, and more at Wonderment.
Wonderment Toy Store is a no-batteries-required toy store: natural toys, toys to encourage creative play, art and craft supplies, and more at Wonderment.
The Foshay Tower
The Foshay Tower, behind the IDS Tower, downtown Minneapolis
The Foshay Tower, behind the IDS Tower, downtown Minneapolis
Brit's Pub
Brit's Pub is a large pub on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis.
Brit's Pub is a large pub on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis.
Cafe Juliahna
Cafe Juliahna, formerly known as the Old Man River cafe, is in St. Paul's West Side. You'll find a friendly vibe, live music, organic food, and a warm welcome for everyone at Cafe Juliahna.
Cafe Juliahna, formerly known as the Old Man River cafe, is in St. Paul's West Side. You'll find a friendly vibe, live music, organic food, and a warm welcome for everyone at Cafe Juliahna.
Cloth Diapers
Moms and dads of the Twin Cities, are you looking for a greener alternative to disposable diapers? Here's a parent's guide to shopping for environmentally friendly cloth diapers and diaper services in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Moms and dads of the Twin Cities, are you looking for a greener alternative to disposable diapers? Here's a parent's guide to shopping for environmentally friendly cloth diapers and diaper services in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Salon Rouge
Salon Rouge is a beautiful hair and beauty salon in downtown Minneapolis.
Salon Rouge is a beautiful hair and beauty salon in downtown Minneapolis.
The Guthrie Theater
The Guthrie Theater, downtown Minneapolis
The Guthrie Theater, downtown Minneapolis
Polar Bear ArtCar
Minneapolis ArtCars - Polar Bear ArtCar - car decorated with snow and ice
Minneapolis ArtCars - Polar Bear ArtCar - car decorated with snow and ice
Woodbury Profile
Woodbury is a rapidly-growing suburb east of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area, with many desirable amenities and attractive new housing. Here's a guide to Woodbury, Minnesota.
Woodbury is a rapidly-growing suburb east of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area, with many desirable amenities and attractive new housing. Here's a guide to Woodbury, Minnesota.
The Firefighter's Museum
The Firefighter's Hall and Museum in Minneapolis is a museum dedicated to vintage firefighting trucks, engines and equipment, an memorial to fallen firefighters, and a center for learning about fire safely. Visitors can touch and climb on some of the trucks, and in the summer, take a ride in a real fire truck. The Firefighter's Hall and Museum is a great children's activity in Minneapolis, and fascinating day out.
The Firefighter's Hall and Museum in Minneapolis is a museum dedicated to vintage firefighting trucks, engines and equipment, an memorial to fallen firefighters, and a center for learning about fire safely. Visitors can touch and climb on some of the trucks, and in the summer, take a ride in a real fire truck. The Firefighter's Hall and Museum is a great children's activity in Minneapolis, and fascinating day out.
Winter Cycling
Hardy commuters ride their bicycles all year round, through sun, rain, snow and ice. Here's tips for winter bike riding in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Hardy commuters ride their bicycles all year round, through sun, rain, snow and ice. Here's tips for winter bike riding in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
St. Paul Snow Emergencies
St. Paul declares a Snow Emergency after heavy snowfalls. When a Snow Emergency is declared in St. Paul, parking restrictions go into effect so plows can clear the streets. Vehicles not obeying Snow Emergency parking regulations can be ticketed and towed. Avoid a citation and a tow with this guide to the City of St. Paul's Snow Emergencies.
St. Paul declares a Snow Emergency after heavy snowfalls. When a Snow Emergency is declared in St. Paul, parking restrictions go into effect so plows can clear the streets. Vehicles not obeying Snow Emergency parking regulations can be ticketed and towed. Avoid a citation and a tow with this guide to the City of St. Paul's Snow Emergencies.
Lots of Riot Police; One Protester
Armed riot police with gas masks and batons; and protester at the RNC in St. Paul
Armed riot police with gas masks and batons; and protester at the RNC in St. Paul
Minneapolis/St. Paul Nicknames
What are the nicknames for the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul?
What are the nicknames for the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul?
Matchbox Coffee Shop
Matchbox Coffee is a tiny coffee shop in Northeast Minneapolis' Arts District.
Matchbox Coffee is a tiny coffee shop in Northeast Minneapolis' Arts District.
Isles Bun and Coffee
Isles Bun and Coffee shop is a tiny but wonderful bakery and coffee shop just off Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.
Isles Bun and Coffee shop is a tiny but wonderful bakery and coffee shop just off Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.
View of the Mississippi River, St Anthony Falls, and Stone Arch Bridge
View of the Mississippi River in downtown Minneapolis
View of the Mississippi River in downtown Minneapolis
Bicycle Shops in Minneapolis
A list of bicycle shops and stores in and around Minneapolis and St. Paul. Minneapolis and St. Paul have many independent bicycle shops and stores, selling new bikes, used bikes, offering bike repairs and services, and providing advice on cycle routes and maps. Here's a list of bicycle shops and stores in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
A list of bicycle shops and stores in and around Minneapolis and St. Paul. Minneapolis and St. Paul have many independent bicycle shops and stores, selling new bikes, used bikes, offering bike repairs and services, and providing advice on cycle routes and maps. Here's a list of bicycle shops and stores in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Jackson Street Roundhouse
The Jackson Street Roundhouse, part of the Minnesota Transportation Museum, is a restored roundhouse holding a collection of vintage trains and railroad memorabilia for nostalgic grandparents and train-loving grandchildren.
The Jackson Street Roundhouse, part of the Minnesota Transportation Museum, is a restored roundhouse holding a collection of vintage trains and railroad memorabilia for nostalgic grandparents and train-loving grandchildren.
cheapthingstodo
Entertainment, movies, happy hours and more - get out and have fun without spending a fortune. If you only have a couple of dollars, here's some ideas of things to do in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities.
Entertainment, movies, happy hours and more - get out and have fun without spending a fortune. If you only have a couple of dollars, here's some ideas of things to do in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities.
The Seward Neighborhood
Seward is a neighborhood in south east Minneapolis, known for it's school, location by the Mississippi River, liberal residents, and independent businesses. Here's a profile of the Seward neighborhood in Minneapolis.
Seward is a neighborhood in south east Minneapolis, known for it's school, location by the Mississippi River, liberal residents, and independent businesses. Here's a profile of the Seward neighborhood in Minneapolis.
Gold Medal Flour Sign
Gold Medal Flour sign on the Mill City Museum, a downtown Minneapolis icon
Gold Medal Flour sign on the Mill City Museum, a downtown Minneapolis icon
The Sample Room
The Sample Room is a restaurant in a 19th century Saloon on the banks of the Mississippi in Minneapolis. The Sample Room serves fresh, made-from-scratch meals as regular entrees, or mini sample portions.
The Sample Room is a restaurant in a 19th century Saloon on the banks of the Mississippi in Minneapolis. The Sample Room serves fresh, made-from-scratch meals as regular entrees, or mini sample portions.
Biking the Twin Cities
Where to buy a bike, where to ride, where the trails are, where to get your bicycle serviced, how to find cycling groups, what to do if your bike is stolen, and more - resources for cyclist in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Where to buy a bike, where to ride, where the trails are, where to get your bicycle serviced, how to find cycling groups, what to do if your bike is stolen, and more - resources for cyclist in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Leather, Lights and Flames ArtCar
Minneapolis ArtCars - Leather ArtCar
Minneapolis ArtCars - Leather ArtCar
La Cucaracha
la Cucaracha Mexican Restaurante is a popular Mexican restaurant on Dale Street, just off St. Paul's Grand Avenue.
la Cucaracha Mexican Restaurante is a popular Mexican restaurant on Dale Street, just off St. Paul's Grand Avenue.