The Twin Cities Region
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Minneapolis and St. Paul are two of the most interesting cities in the United States. In spite of being the "Twin Cities", they actually have distinct characteristics. Minneapolis favors broad boulevards and modern architecture in the city core, while St. Paul has more narrow streets and well-preserved late Vitorian homes. Both have friendly citizens, thriving arts communities, and first rate museums. Stay in a Minnesota Bed and Breakfast make the Twin Cities your home for a while; they are a great place to start exploring this state. If the weather is fine, stroll through the Walker Art Center and the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. The Science Museum of Minnesota is interactive, kid-friendly, and lots of fun. Be sure to tip a hat to the Mary Tyler Moore Statue in downtown Minneapolis when passing by.
Some of the finest chefs in Minneapolis-Saint Paul like to use local, organic produce whenever possible, and a wide variety of cuisine is available, from Vietnamese to Ethiopian. The Guthrie Theater attracts top-notch performers. The Fitzgerald Theater, built in 1910 and restored in 1986, serves as a home base for Garrison Keilor's Prairie Home Companion, but draws internationally acclaimed acts as well.
South of the cities, visit the Mall of America. Or drive 30 minutes east of St. Paul and take a river boat down the St. Croix River. Ask the innkeepers of a MN Bed and Breakfast what they like to do in their home town, and you are sure to enjoy your stay.
Cities within the Twin Cities region:
Events within the Twin Cities region:
Art on Main | |
| Event City: Stillwater Event Details: Explore the galleries and studios along Stillwater’s historic downtown Main Street. View new works, meet the artists and enjoy appetizers and refreshments with friends. | Event Dates: Mar 12, 2010 to Mar 13, 2010 |
Angel Street, by Patrick Hamilton | |
| Event City: Faribault Event Details: This Broadway hit, first produced in London under the title, Gaslight, and filmed twice, Angel Street tells the story of the Manninghams who lived on Angel Street in the 19th Century. When the curtain rises, all appears peaceful. It is soon apparent that Mr. Manningham, a suavely sinister and handsome man, is slowly torturing his gentle, devoted wife into insanity, under the guise of kindness. | Event Dates: Mar 19, 2010 to Mar 27, 2010 Event Time: 7:30 pm Event Contact Phone: 507-332-7372 Event Web Site: www.paradisecenterforthearts.org |
Afton House Inn Toga Dance Retreat | |
| Event City: Afton Event Details: TOGA THEME DANCE RETREAT Fun & Romance are the theme for this weekend retreat! Imagine you and your partner filled with romance and adventure as you learn fun and romantic Latin and Ballroom dances. You will stay in a luxurious Jacuzzi and fireplace suite at the Afton House Inn and enjoy Chef Mark's dinner creations and a wondrous Sunday Brunch Buffet. Package A ~ Saturday & Sunday March 27 & 28, 2010 $325/couple including tax and gratuity (optional wine pairings with dinner $35) Total value of this package is over $450 Price includes champagne & hors d'oeuvres reception, 2 hours of dance lessons, 3-course dinner, dance party, Sunday brunch, and Jacuzzi Fireplace Suite with complimentary bottle of the Afton House Inn Private Label Champagne. Saturday Beginning Dance Lesson 2:30 - 3:30 & Intermediate Lesson 3:30 - 4:30 Beginning Lessons 7:00 - 8:00 PM & Intermediate 8:00 - 9:00PM Dance Party 9-10 PM Sunday Brunch 10-11 AM Farewell/Check out 11 AM Package B ~ Friday, Saturday & Sunday (Package A plus the following) March 26, 27 & 28, 2010 Stay on Friday and receive an extra 2 hours of dance lessons (one hour Friday night and one hour Saturday morning), Jacuzzi Suite and breakfast . . . all for only $120 (plus tax). Friday Beginning Dance Lessons - 8-9 PM Intermediate Lesson - 9-10 PM Saturday Beginning Dance Lesson - 10-11 AM Intermediate Lesson - 11-noon Dining The Afton House Inn's Chef Mark will prepare many specials just for you! Saturday 1-2:30 PM - Welcome, Check in and Champagne Reception with light Horsd'oeuvres 5:30 PM 3-course Dinner with optional wine pairings. Sunday 10-11 AM-Magnificent Brunch Buffet Your weekend will be filled with fun dance lessons and romantic dancing for you and your partner by professional dance instructor Tom Larson from the Ballroom & Wedding Dance Studio. Lessons start simple and add fun, interesting and romantic moves. Lessons are designed for both the beginner and seasoned dancers alike. The instruction is excellent, you will catch on easily and be able to use these dances the rest of your life! Call today 651-436-8883 to make your reservations! myballroomdancestudio.com | Event Dates: Mar 27, 2010 to Mar 28, 2010 Event Time: 2:30 pm Event Contact Phone: 651-436-8883 Event Web Site: www.aftonhouseinn.com |
Living Creatively: Art St. Croix Gallery Show | |
| Event City: Stillwater Event Details: St. Croix Galleries of ArtReach St. Croix, 224 N. 4th Street, Stillwater A gallery show of visual art and sculpture as well as short literary works & poetry. Art St. Croix is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing arts opportunities for individuals with physical and mental disabilities and mental illness in the greater St. Croix Valley area. | Event Dates: Mar 30, 2010 to Apr 18, 2010 Event Time: 10-4 Mon-Thurs & 10- |
Rock the Courthouse: A Festive Celebration of 35 Years of Song | |
| Event City: Stillwater Event Details: Washington County Historic Courthouse, Stillwater, MN The Chorale will be joined by some of our favorite guest artists in a concert to delight in and just have fun – folk songs, pop songs, Broadway, art songs and gospel. Friday, April 30, 2010 at 8 pm Saturday, May 1, 2010 at 4 & 8 pm Sunday, May 2, 2010 at 3 pm Seating will be at tables of 10 with refreshments. For more info call 651-430-0124 | Event Dates: Apr 30, 2010 to May 02, 2010 Event Contact Phone: 651-430-0124 Event Web Site: www.valleychamberchorale.org/ |
Afton May Fair | |
| Event City: Afton Event Details: This yearly event features art and folk arts. Information at aftonmnarea.org. | Event Dates: May 22, 2010 to May 23, 2010 Event Web Site: www.aftonmnarea.org. |
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