What do Boston, New York, the Twin Cities, and the Olympics have in common? That’s right, they all have marathons. And the 2008 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon will be run this Sunday, October 5. Unlike those “other” marathons, the Twins Cities Marathon takes a uniquely scenic course (pdf) through downtown Minneapolis, the “Chain of Lakes” [...]
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Farmers Markets in Minneapolis
September 26, 2008Hello again! Today’s post is going to give you 11, that’s right, 11 spots for the price of one … which incidentally is zero dollars. Anyway, I wanted to share some info about farmers markets in Minneapolis. There’s no easier, (or more delicious) way to show support for local farmers and [...]
Stop #2: The Most Romantic Spot in Minneapolis – Stone Arch Bridge
September 13, 2008Hello again, intrepid blog tourers! Today we stop at what has been dubbed, “The Most Romantic Spot in Minneapolis” – The Stone Arch Bridge. Stretching more than 2,000 feet across the Mississippi river in the heart of downtown Minneapolis (map), the bridge is truly a sight to see. [...]
First Stop: The Segway Magical History Tour
September 8, 2008The tour begins! Our first stop is the Segway Magical History Tour of the Riverfront District of Minneapolis. I found this tour to be a very fun and informative way to experience the past, present, and future of the heart of Minneapolis. Before embarking on this tour, my only familiarity with Segways [...]
