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Organic Food is Good Food- Where To Buy in the Twin Cities
By Megan Torrini
Known as one of the healthiest places in America, it's no wonder the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area has some great places to shop for ... Read more
Kids Eat Free!
We've updated the list! Momtalk.com tries to keep the listings as current as possible, but before visiting any of the following local restaurants, we recommend calling ah... Read more
For Better Health, Take It Outdoors
By Megan Torrini
Exercise (both indoor and outdoor) is hugely popular in today's health conscious society, and the Minneapolis- St. Paul area is no exception. The Twin... Read more
It's that time of year- Minnesotans love their State Fair. Whether you go in the early morning, as most families with youngsters choose to do, or hit the streets of the fair at night, there's not a single boring moment.
Here's a short list of fun things to do- but there is so much more! For more detailed information and map of the area, visit mnstatefair.org
The State Fair Mall Parade
Daily at 2 pm
The State Fair Mall Parade features the high school marching band competition and follows a 14-b
... Continue reading The Great Minnesota Get Together: State Fair 2008.
Shopping and More Shopping: Feisty Fashion Girl
OK, people.....I could say I've been around the world and "ay, yai, yai", which is not totally true but I DO feel as though I sort of did a major march through MANY of the Twin Cities boutiques last weekend and I feel ready to report.
Now, I need to preface this by reminding you that was in retail for almost 25 years and owned my own store for 12 of those, so I am a critic, albeit, an educated one. I know what it takes to do well in the industry and that is what I am basing a lot of my observations on for this piece. Having said that: I give you my take on a couple of the new kids on the block:
Downtown? With kids? Absolutely! Spending the day in the city can be a cultural ego boost for anyone, even kids. If you can, plan your trip around a live stage show or a ball game. Going to a theater or stadium can be a lifelong memory in itself. Seeing a few other sights just adds more value to it. Here are some of our favorites.
-Library. The new Hennepin County Library has an interactive children's area on the ground floor and a very cool area just for teens upstairs.
Nearly all of us are concerned about the economy these days, and not to mention the hit it is taking on our pocketbooks. Budget clothes shopping, such as consignment shops, stores that sell vintage clothing and discount clothing stores used to get a bad rap- but those days are gone. These days it's hip to have articles of clothing that are sassy and unique- not the same old chain store clothes that everyone in the neighborhood is wearing.
So, forget the embarrassment, look hip, and best of all, save money doing it.
Lifetime Networks is currently searching for the next-great-female filmmaker and MomTalk readers are encourage to enter! Who knows, maybe one of you will be thanking us live from the Kodak Theatre.
According to a press release from Lifetime, "We need more women like you in the Hollywood biz! So if you've got a video camera and a good idea, it's time for you to enter the Every Woman's Film Competition."
Where: Potential contestants can visit Lifetime Sweeps to submit video entries.
Out and About with Food Sensitivities: Still Me - Allergy Free
By Melisa Priem
Ironically, food sensitivities are affecting a growing number of Americans during a time when people are eating out more and cooking less. Fortunately, many restaurants are responding to the increase in food sensitivities as gluten-free menus are slowly becoming as acceptable as kids' menus. National chains such as Outback Steakhouse, Wildfire, Biaggi's, and P.F. Chang all have gluten-free menus, as do local chains such as Big Bowl, Chianti Grill, and Axel's Bonfire. Even smaller, locally-owned restaurants such as The Hubbell house in Mantorville, MN are reacting to the drastic increase in gluten-
... Continue reading Out and About with Food Sensitivities: Still Me - Allergy Free.
Minneapolis-St. Paul...An Impressive List
by Megan Torrini
With such a remarkable list of things to do and places to be, it's no wonder the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area ranks high in most every category. Minneapolis - St.Paul is a great place to visit and an even better place to live. Sure we're biased-we love our hometown.
Education
The Minneapolis-St. Paul area receives high marks for education and we are proud of it. According to the Chamber of Commerce's State-by-State Report Card, Minnesota ranks 2nd nationwide in academic effectiveness. America's Most Literate Cities has ranked Minneapolis-St
... Continue reading Minneapolis-St. Paul...An Impressive List.
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