Minneapolis, Saint Paul and their neighboring communities make up an inviting array of things to see and do. The Twin Cities area is cosmopolitan at its heart and country along its perimeter. The area enjoys an exciting arts scene, landmark architecture, terrific restaurants, intriguing museums, and big time fun for families with kids. http://www.exploreminnesota.com/region-metro/rss-events 2009-11-20T15:59:25.0000000-06:00 http://www.exploreminnesota.com/event/19767/minneapolis/harvest-jam-an-acoustic-music-experience 2009-11-20T15:59:28.0000000-06:00 19767$0 <img align="left" valign"top" src="http://www.exploreminnesota.com//assets/images/icons/calendar/gr_musicfestivals.png" border="0" />Minneapolis<br />Friday through Sunday indoor music festival at the beautiful Marriott Minneapolis West in Golden Valley. Featuring numerous groups performing bluegras<br style="clear:both;" /> http://www.exploreminnesota.com/event/24935/st-paul/the-homecoming-christmas-at-the-alexander-ramsey-house 2009-11-20T15:59:28.0000000-06:00 24935$0 <img align="left" valign"top" src="http://www.exploreminnesota.com//assets/images/icons/calendar/gr_xmastree.png" border="0" />St Paul<br />Tour one of the nation's premier Victorian-era mansions, decorated for the holidays. View original Ramsey family heirlooms, blown glass ornaments, a t<br style="clear:both;" /> http://www.exploreminnesota.com/event/19892/shakopee/november-kids-kraft 2009-11-20T15:59:28.0000000-06:00 19892$0 <img align="left" valign"top" src="http://www.exploreminnesota.com//assets/images/icons/calendar/gr_family.png" border="0" />Shakopee<br />KIDS KRAFT – November 28: “Christmas Time” Grab the kids and head to the Stans Museum for some Saturday morning family fun, including a kid’s craft <br style="clear:both;" /> http://www.exploreminnesota.com/event/10325/taylors-falls/wassail-party-craft-fair 2009-11-20T15:59:28.0000000-06:00 10325$0 <img align="left" valign"top" src="http://www.exploreminnesota.com//assets/images/icons/calendar/gr_basket.png" border="0" />Taylors Falls<br />Area crafters show a varied selection of beautiful holiday gifts in two buildings - the Community Center and the Town House School.<br style="clear:both;" />