Enjoy a friendly setting, good food and drink, and some acoustic music. Blooming Grounds is a Winona, MN Coffee house with the region’s best homemade baked goods, fantastic wraps and paninis, small plates and beverages in the evenings.
While shimmering water and majestic scenery are major draws throughout Minnesota, one sorely overlooked aspect of the state’s agriculture is also worth a look when you plan a trip: its thriving win
Sam Guida (he/him) is currently working as the Facilities Director at Camp Olson YMCA in Longville, Minnesota. One day, when wandering down the driveway, he noticed a funny bump on a willow tree. After some investigation, it turned out to be a gall caused by a tiny critter with a huge name: a willow beaked gall midge, and Sam has been finding lumps on leaves, funny shaped flowers, and spots on twigs ever since. He has also partnered with several organizations to host gall workshops, including the Minnesota DNR, the Sax-Zim Bog, WTIP, and Wolf Ridge ELC.
The Chisago City Farmers Market runs Fridays July 11 - Oct 3, 2025 from 2p-6p and offers a variety of fresh products from local growers, producers, and artisans. This includes fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, eggs, breads, canned goods, plants, books, flowers, soaps, and more. CCFM also offers activities for families throughout the season such as crafts, bounce house, story time, and live music/performances from local artists.
Get Ready for an Even Bigger & Better Riverboat Days Vendor Market! One of our favorite Riverboat Days traditions is back—the Annual Vendor Market! This year, we’re expanding along West Second Street in Wabasha, bringing you more amazing vendors, unique finds, and local treasures. Stay tuned as we highlight the incredible vendors joining us! Want to be part of the fun?
Join St. Joseph’s School of Music-Saint Paul Conservatory of Music for a free performance series at the Minnesota History Center. Each concert features a unique program performed by members of the recently-merged music school’s faculty. For many years, Saint Paul Conservatory of Music has presented their daytime monthly Coffee Concerts. Don’t miss this chance to hear the series in the beautiful History Center Museum on select Thursday nights!
Ramy Youssef brings his “Love Beam 7000 Tour” to The Fillmore Minneapolis on Saturday, July 12th! Make sure to get your tickets now!
Dance/Electronic artist Noga Erez is coming to Varsity Theater on October 16th! Make sure to get your tickets now!
Come cheer on the Minnesota Wind Chill as they take on the Madison Radicals at Sea Foam Stadium in St. Paul! First 500 fans (Ages 11+) in attendance will receive a Chilly the Mascot Bobblehead courtesy of our presenting sponsor Wanta Thome!
Come cheer on the Minnesota Wind Chill as they take on the Detroit Mechanix at Sea Foam Stadium in St. Paul! All fans age 18+ in attendance will receive a $1 Scratch Ticket courtesy of our presenting sponsor Minnesota Lottery!
