Covering 446 acres along the Mississippi River, Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park is one of the most popular destinations in Anoka County. Experiences in the park are available year-round featuring a visitor center, picnic pavilions, fishing and boating. The Mississippi River Regional Trail passes through the park which provides biking opportunities between the cities of Minneapolis and Ramsey.
According to Minnesota’s last census, there are 29,773 veteran-owned small businesses spread across the state. When thinking about how to thank former members of the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and Marine Corps for their service, consider supporting the following local favorites.
One of the most beautiful and memorable ways to experience a winter night in Minnesota is to explore its scenic trails by candlelight. At the following special events, you can enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or hiking with trailside luminaries (candles or lanterns) lighting the way. On clear nights, a full moon and twinkling stars may shed even more light on your outdoor adventure.
The 30th Annual Women's Art Festival takes place on Saturday, December 10th, 2022 from 9:30 am - 4 pm. Held at the St. Mary's University Center (2540 Park Ave, Minneapolis), the event includes over 70 local makers, food supplied by Vittle's Catering, live music, and a fun, festive atmosphere where you can shop, visit and support local artists. Admission is free with a $1 suggested donation to support the musicians. Free parking available in lots on Oakland Ave, street parking on Park and Portland, and covered ramp parking for a small fee in the Phillip's Eye ramp a block away.
“mixes in elements of rock, soul, folk, and New Orleans-style blues for something unidentifiable and wholly enjoyable.” – The Indy Review
Joining Wain and his family will be:
Toby Lee Marshall – Hammond B-3
Rion Liestman – piano/synths/vocals
George Scot McKelvey – guitars/vocals
Matt Blake – upright bass/cello/violin/saw
Mario Dawson – drums
“A true authentic New Orleans dance-hall style band.” – New Orleans Traditional Jazz Quarterly
The Southside Aces have been playing holiday shows for nearly twenty years. They play favorites, lesser-knowns, even originals! When you put holiday tunes through the New Orleans jazz filter, you make Yuletide haters love, and lovers love more!
“mélange of contemporary jazz, beat-heavy hip-hop, and neo-soul melodies.” – Rolling Stone
Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres. To date, he boasts 4 Grammy wins and 9 nominations across 11 categories, and an Emmy Award for his song for Ava Duvernay’s critically hailed documentary 13th with Common and Karriem Riggins. His work and accolades bridge all aspects of the music business, from live touring to film scoring, composing and producing.
2022 Mankato Area International Festival. Many nations, one game. Entertainment, international food, children's world, cultural sports.
“one of the Twin Cities’ busiest, most versatile and in-demand drummers” – MinnPost
“Aby has established herself as a chameleonic, restless artist who is constantly looking for new ways to showcase her vast vocal abilities” – The Current
