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Seeking Playgrounds, Activities, Moms' Groups, Etc. in Como Park Area
Asked by A.S. from Minneapolis
on June 9, 2008
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We just moved to Como Park and love it, but I don't know much about what there is to do with my kids (other than Como Park and Zoo, of course). Any suggestions?
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- Lake Macarrons in Roseville on Rice Street has a Park and Swimming area. I've never actually used it so I don't know what it is like.
- Hi A., I used to live in that area but now live in another suburb. I loved living there. I have been in the MOMS Club for quite a while and have made some great f...
- A., I also live around the como area and i agree with Tamara about Central Park! Its a great park and Lake. Very kid friendly! Let me know if you guys wanna get togeth...
MN Zoo Party- Is It Worth the Money?
Asked by S.C. from Minneapolis
on February 4, 2008
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Has anyone ever thrown a birthday party at the MN zoo? My son is turning three in March, and I know that sounds a little young for this type of party, but he loves goi...
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- You could do the Como Zoo for alot cheaper!
- I had both of my sons birthday party there last year and they did have a blast but i felt as though we did not have very much time for gifts and cake because they had ...
- My kids and I love the zoo. Would your party be by the baboon exihibit. My kids are older and have the patience to appreciate the area. One time when we were at the...
Ideas for Weekend Activites for Guests
Asked by K.W. from Minneapolis
on April 26, 2007
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I am having my best friend and her 3 kids( age 6 and under) come and visit next weekend and wanted to know some ideas for fun things. They have never been here, so I ...
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- Zoo MOA Children's Museum Picnic @lake with a park or something McDonald's Playland EdenPrairie,Ridgedale mall have inside free playland type of thing
- Children's Museum in St. Paul would be a blast with those age kids! (It is a bit spendy though)
- The library passes are GREAT! We used them for the MN zoo, and the Walker Art Center (not so kid friendly, but still fun). I heard that the Bell Museum at the U is k...
Low Cost Weekend Activities
Asked by A.H. from Minneapolis
on September 15, 2007
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I was wondering if anyone knew of some indoor or outdoor weekend hangouts, parks, or activities geared toward the pre-school age or just families in general? We've al...
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- Have you tried this website yet? http://twincities.parentzone.com/ I think they have wonderful ideas and a section for free things to do in the Twin Cities. Hop...
- Hello, Have you tried any of the art museums, such as the Walker or the MIA? We've been visiting a lot of museums, also the arboretum, for free with passes from the l...
- I love getting the museum pases from the library. The Bell Museum of Natural History is a great place to visit at that age (tons of stuff to touch). My son also loves ...
Wedding Ceremony Ideas?
Asked by K.G. from Minneapolis
on January 9, 2008
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MY Fiance and I are getting married on Sept 20, 2008 and I was just wondering if anyone can think of any place out there to have a wedding ceremony, outdoor or indoor....
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- Our neighborhood in Saint Anthony Park has a 22'x22' gazebo in our little park that has hosted a number of weddings and other events. It's located at the intersection ...
- A few years ago we attended a wedding reception in a nice quiet park in St. Paul. It was in a neighborhood and it had a nice building with beautiful views of the park...
- Panola Valley Gardens 26026 Olinda Trail Lindstrom, MN 55045 ###-###-#### There is another Beautiful Garden, (different then above and again privately owned) tha...
Birthday - Other Ideas on What a Celebration Might Consist of or Be Like
Asked by J.W. from Minneapolis
on June 18, 2008
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Our little girl is going to be 5 next month. We would like to have some kind of celebration that is less gift-oriented, a time for gathering and fellowship w/friends.....
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- I have seen many different invitations this year for 6 year old bday parties, many of them wrote on the invitation no presents please just come for fun and games. It s...
- J., For my sons 7th birthday we went to the movies. The theater by us as a party room and show packages. anyone going to the movie got popcorn and a pop plus we were a...
- Hi J.~ I have two daughters ages 8 and 11. Birthday parties can be so stressful. My husband is the sole provider for our family, so our birthdays have to be conse...
Sunny Place for Portraits
Asked by K.H. from Minneapolis
on February 26, 2008
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I want to take some portraits of my girls in their Easter dresses and am looking for a location in or near the NW suburbs. I need a place that is well lit by natural l...
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- What about the indoor garden at the sculpture garden at the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis. I imagine at this time of year they have some beautiful flower displays ...
- I would suggest a nursery, like Bachmanns.
- It's not filled with plants, but I was thinking the stairway at the Edinburgh Golf club in Brooklyn Park (85th Ave between Noble and 252). As you enter the building t...
OMG Summer Is Almost Over- Need to Take Advantage of Outdoor Play, Ideas?
Asked by D.M. from Minneapolis
on July 20, 2009
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So with summer almost done with I really need to take my family to some of the fun activities outdoors. I live in Eden Prairie so I am willing to do some driving. not ...
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- Cleary Lake down by Prior Lake is right next to a golf course and offers some wonderful picnicing areas, a beach with roped swimming area, concession stand with canoe ...
- Chutes and Ladders is the name of the play area at Hyland Park in Bloomington; it's really fun. Go on a warm, sunny day, and bring/wear swimsuit and towels so your ki...
- The Bloomington park is called Chutes and Ladders and it is at Hyland nature center, but the BIG playground is definitely for older kids than 2 and 4. We play alot out...
Attractions in Minneapolis St Paul
Asked by C.M. from Sioux Falls
on July 14, 2009
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Hey! I am taking my 10 yr old and 6 yr old daughter and 11 mo old son to Minneapolis St Paul. Wondering what is out there other then MOA, Zoos and the two museums......
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- There are tons go great ideas listed below. Depending on when you are coming, the county fairs are starting soon. I think if you google MN fairs, you can find a list...
- Check out www.gocitykids.com. They have listings of what's going on in the area. You can just pop in your date range and find loads of free/cheap attractions. Enj...
- C., did you try googling attractions in St Paul?? sorry that is the best suggestion I have..and try this website for free stuff- like kids eat free nights. http://twi...
Ideas for Father & Son to Do
Asked by L.W. from Minneapolis
on July 9, 2008
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My son is visiting his son age 4 yrs 10 months here in Mpls. What can you suggest for father/son outings during the day. Today they went to the beach - swimming. Wha...
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- I would suggest Como Zoo (or even the MN Zoo in Apple Valley). Or mayve find some parks where they can go for a hike. Hmmmm.... guess that's all I can come up with. LO...
- How about the MN Children's Museum in St. Paul? That is always fun. M.
- Right now they can pick strawberries Fishing Play in the sand Fly kites Do home repairs together Garden and plant together
