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November 2011


Cutting Down Your Own Tree: A Christmas Adventure

November 30, 2011

Cutting Down Your Own Tree: A Christmas Adventure

Start a new holiday tradition by visiting a Christmas tree farm and cutting down your own tree. Read more »

Posted on Wednesday, November 30, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (1)


This Year, Give Time—And A Show

November 29, 2011

This Year, Give Time—And A Show

There's so much talent in this state, it's hard to go wrong when celebrating the season with those you love. Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (3)


Twin Cities Holiday Lights Tours

November 28, 2011

Twin Cities Holiday Lights Tours

Get in the spirit with these guided tours of holiday lights displays. Read more »

Posted on Monday, November 28, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (0)


Holiday Lights in the Park

November 23, 2011

Holiday Lights in the Park

Get into the holiday spirit with Christmas light displays. Read more »

Posted on Wednesday, November 23, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (0)


Holiday Tradition: 20th Anniversary of Holidazzle

November 22, 2011

Holiday Tradition: 20th Anniversary of Holidazzle

For 20 years, the Holidazzle parades have lit up the holiday season on Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis. Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (2)


Travel Tip: MSP Tours Saves the Distressed Traveler

November 21, 2011

Travel Tip: MSP Tours Saves the Distressed Traveler

Bumped from your flight? Long layover? Grab an MSP Tour and see the town! Read more »

Posted on Monday, November 21, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (0)


Holiday Fun: Rochester's Mayowood Mansion

November 18, 2011

Holiday Fun: Rochester's Mayowood Mansion

Learn about the history of the Mayo Clinic and its founding family while enjoying holiday tours of Rochester's Mayowood Mansion. Read more »

Posted on Friday, November 18, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (0)


Twin Cities Icon

November 17, 2011

Twin Cities Icon

Google now has its own installation by famed architects Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen—like our Spoonbridge and Cherry. Read more »

Posted on Thursday, November 17, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (0)


Weekend Outlook: There’s No Place Like the Midwest Home Show Nov. 18-20

November 16, 2011

Weekend Outlook: There’s No Place Like the Midwest Home Show Nov. 18-20

If you've been envisioning your dream home (or room), this weekend you can do something about it. Read more »

Posted on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (0)


Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K

November 15, 2011

Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K

It's hard to say no to your family—and burning off lots of calories before consuming more. Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (2)


Day Trip: Upcoming Events at Alexis Bailly Vineyard

November 14, 2011

Day Trip: Upcoming Events at Alexis Bailly Vineyard

Don't miss three great events at Alexis Bailly Vineyard in Hastings. Read more »

Posted on Monday, November 14, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (2)


How Swede It Is

November 11, 2011

How Swede It Is

The American Swedish Institute emerges from renovations in time for the holidays. Read more »

Posted on Friday, November 11, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (0)


Travel News: Land of Lakes … and Snow

November 10, 2011

Travel News: Land of Lakes … and Snow

What do people think of when they hear the word Minnesota? This report answers. Read more »

Posted on Thursday, November 10, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (0)


Recycle While Away from Home

November 9, 2011

Recycle While Away from Home

Plan ahead, and you won't have to trash your good recycling habits while you're traveling. Read more »

Posted on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (2)


Divas Night Out at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

November 8, 2011

Divas Night Out at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

Wine, food, fashion, friends and more! Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (0)


Savor the Last Days of Fall in Taylors Falls

November 7, 2011

Savor the Last Days of Fall in Taylors Falls

Taylors Falls is the perfect spot to say sayonara to autumn. Read more »

Posted on Monday, November 7, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (1)


Waconia Welcomes You

November 4, 2011

Waconia Welcomes You

Consider a girl's night out or day trip to Waconia, for dining on the lake, shopping and wine tasting. Read more »

Posted on Friday, November 4, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (0)


Minneapolis—A City of Design

November 3, 2011

Minneapolis—A City of Design

See Minneapolis in a new way at the University of Minnesota’s Goldstein Museum of Design. Read more »

Posted on Thursday, November 3, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (0)


Avoid Motoring Meltdowns over the Holidays

November 2, 2011

Avoid Motoring Meltdowns over the Holidays

Prepare in advance for long car rides with the kids. Read more »

Posted on Wednesday, November 2, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (1)


Girls Gone North at Bluefin Bay

November 1, 2011

Girls Gone North at Bluefin Bay

A weekend filled with relaxation, beauty tips, wine, friends and fun. Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 | Permalink | Comments (2)


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