Chanhassen
Once a quiet town, Chanhassen has become a vibrant Twin Cities suburb. The scene offers a host of outdoor adventures, including the 1,200-acre Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, and there’s a park within a...
View ArticleMahtomedi
Mahtomedi is located 15 miles northeast of St. Paul, sandwiched between White Bear Lake and Stillwater. This St. Paul suburb has 8,039 residents, and is a tiny 5.7 square miles, 2.2 of which are water,...
View ArticleOrono
Nestled into the northern end of Lake Minnetonka 20 miles from Minneapolis, Orono’s 40 miles of shoreline are a major draw for those with a penchant for the water. Its 7,437 residents have included...
View ArticleNewcomers' Guide 2016
These eight communities showcase exceptional Twin Cities metro living. Let this be your guide to home sweet home.
View ArticleThe Twin Cities’ Best High Schools
Here are the best high schools in the seven-county metro area, listed by state ranking, according to U.S. News & World Report. Plus, how they stack up to high schools across the country.
View Article8 Outdoor Celebrations for Families
Festival season is upon us! Here are eight great bets for kids and families.
View ArticleTop Dogs of the Twin Cities
Meet this year's fur-cutest winners of our Top Dogs photo contest.
View ArticleMeet the Twin Cities Finest
Successful professionals and young philanthropists, they are the 2016 class of Twin Cities Finest: 25 locals passionate about supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Minnesota.
View ArticleNew for Kids at the Minnesota State Fair
After your fam has devoured that bucket of Sweet Martha’s Cookies and said howdy to a horse or two, check out what’s brand new for kids at the State Fair this year.
View ArticleOne North Star
A children’s book by three Minnesotans takes young readers on a woodcut-and-watercolor journey through our Northwoods ecosystems.
View ArticleFavorite Twin Cities Kitchens + Baths
Local builders and designers share the projects they’ve most enjoyed bringing to life across the metro area.
View ArticleWomenVenture: At the Peak
Meet this year's WomenVenture keynote speaker, plus success stories from this year's local Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained award winners.
View ArticleGrandchild Gratitude
Out of illness, a heartening new children’s book by a Twin Cities mother and daughter.
View ArticleFree Bikes 4 Kidz at MOA
The Minnesota nonprofit will give bikes to 5,000 children in need this weekend at Mall of America.
View Article5 Chronic Conditions in Kids
Does your child have a recurring health concern? Twin Cities pediatricians shed light on common complaints among kids—and when and how a specialist can help.
View ArticleReview: Winter Light at the Arboretum
Five things to know before exploring the Arb’s first large-scale outdoor light installation.
View ArticleAbode in a Box
Shipping container homes are one of the hottest trends in alternative living. Catch the Cargotecture exhibition and reimagine your dream home.
View ArticleDesign Vern-acular
The HGTV star talks about his mission to de-mystify home design, how scent plays into interior aesthetics, and why homeowners should keep trend talk at arm’s length.
View ArticleMcCabe for the Save
The 'Rescue Renovation' host on her competition show breakthrough, her life as a female contractor, and her dream job as a Mister Rogers mash-up.
View ArticleMinneapolis Home + Remodeling Show 2017
Ready to renovate? Experts, products, and ideas will inspire you at the brand new show at the U.S. Bank Stadium.
View ArticleGiving Kids a Smile
On February 3 and 4, 4,000 Minnesota kids in need will receive free dental care during Give Kids A Smile.
View ArticleThe Handbook of Adventurous Parenting: Dynamos
Dynamos crave action. Snowshoe or bowl your way to earning a Dynamo badge with your little athletes and daredevils.
View ArticleThe Handbook of Adventurous Parenting: Explorer
Explorers are insatiably curious about traversing the natural world and engaging with the science that drives it. Delve into these science-fun, island-hopping adventures in the Twin Cities to get your...
View ArticleThe Handbook of Adventurous Parenting: Enthusiast
Enthusiasts aim to attain and hone assorted skills, trades, and all the talents our urban environs afford. Earn your Enthusiast badge by attending guitar or circus school—then reward yourself with a...
View ArticleThe Handbook of Adventurous Parenting: Bon Vivant
Bon Vivants are true pursuers of arts and culture, well-rounded consumers of the finest and most novel family experiences in the Twin Cities. Find the cities' best bubble tea or go marketing to score a...
View Article102 Things to Do With Your Kids in the Twin Cities
Welcome to your family field guide to the ultimate urban exploits and expeditions.
View ArticleFam-Friendly Culture Calendar: February 2017
A sampling of all the kid-approved shows and events on tap this month.
View ArticleLuxury Living
From convenient to surprising to wait-till-my-friends-see-this cool, amenities popping up on our luxury apartment and condo scene make livin’ it up in these cities a waking dream.
View ArticleSmall Town, Minnesota
It's back! The second-annual Tiny Home Village lets you walk through four pint-sized homes from local builders.
View ArticleCoastal Contemporary
Appropriately for the Land of 10,000 Lakes, this year's Idea Home draws inspiration from shoreline living.
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