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Grow with KARE: Porch Pot Dos and Don'ts
GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — With early-season lawn chores in the rear-view mirror, many of us are filling our pots with flowers and color to accentuate the front porch. And while anyone can plant a pot, there are things you can do to help them thrive and be the best they can be.
St. Louis Park Authorizes Restaurants Serving Liquor to Operate Closer to Homes
After a recent city council decision, St. Louis Park restaurants are primed for a closer connection to neighborhood patrons. The future is looking bubbly for some local businesses as the St. Louis Park City Council gave the green light on an ordinance to let restaurants serving intoxicating liquor cozy up to residential zones. With a new setback allowance, establishments can now set up shop as close as 25 feet from homes, as reported by the St. Louis Park MN.
Association honors Mackenthun’s for Minnesota-grown, hunger initiatives
Mackenthun’s Fine Foods of Waconia was among the honorees at the Minnesota Grocers Association (MGA) Champions Luncheon held on Tuesday, April 16 at the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel in Eagan. This event showcases from, farm to fork, the Minnesota food industry’s positive impact on our communities. The afternoon highlighted the accomplishments of those engaged in all aspects of the Minnesota food industry. Mackenthun’s took regional honors in the Minnesota Grown program recognizing grocers that bring local products to market. The Waconia family grocer also was recognized with a Bag Hunger Campaign “Silver Plate Award” for community hunger support. The MGA’s 2023 campaign donated more than 1.5 million meals across the state, and in the last 15 years has provided over 44 million meals to hungry families in Minnesota.
‘Beautiful: A Carole King Musical’ tells a generational story
Chanhassen Dinner Theatre’s (CDT) latest show, “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,” has received positive reviews from publications for the production’s ability to capture stellar performances from its actors and go beyond the limits of a jukebox musical to tell a captivating story about a nostalgic era of music.
This Minnesota dream home tour has absolutely stunning living spaces
David Charlez Designs in collaboration with Swanson Homes has designed this cutting-edge contemporary dream house located in Hollydale, an idyllic community in Plymouth, Minnesota. This architectural masterpiece boasts a striking floating steel monorail staircase, complemented by distressed white oak beams and a white oak slat wall ceiling and wall paneling.
IV Play headlines River Street Jam on Saturday, May 25
River Street Jam kicks off its 15th anniversary next weekend along River Street. The rock bands IV Play of Mankato and Muddcat Melby of Minneapolis will return to entertain music and beer lovers on Saturday, May 25. The River Street Jam, which will take place rain or shine, is considered...
St. Louis Park Invites Aspiring Gardeners to Rain Garden Maintenance Workshop May 21
Aspiring green thumbs and eco-enthusiasts take note: St. Louis Park is planting the seeds of knowledge with a hands-on Rain Garden Maintenance Workshop. The city's Facebook Page announced the outdoor event, scheduled for Tuesday, May 21 from 5:30-7:30 pm at Willow Park. It promises a fertile ground for learning everything about native plants, weed wars, and the seasonal upkeep of these sustainable gardens.
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