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Friday, December 28, 2012

New Year's Eve Events in the Twin Cities Metro

Looking for something to do this New Year's Eve? Patch has compiled a list of area events.

Happy New Year! Here are a few things for you adults to do this holiday: If you're looking to get fancy and possibly be a part of a good cause, consider attending Widows Hope Foundation's inaugural fundraising event, the “Hope 13” Gala. Widows Hope a non-profit organization dedicated to helping widows, widowers and their children in times of loss. Where: The Metropolitan Ballroom, 5418 Wayzata Blvd, Golden Valley, MN When: Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Why Go: The R Factor, formerly The Rupert's Orchestra, will be playing all night long. And, well, it's for a good cause. Cost: $150 for VIP; $40 for general admission. For tickets, go to widowshope.org. Things to know: Dress is formal to semi-formal. General admission includes a champagne toast at…

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6:59 am on Saturday, March 9, 2013

Mexican families decorate homes and parties in colors that represent wishes for the upcoming year: red encourages an overall improvement of lifestyle and love, yellow encourages blessings of improved employment conditions, green for improved financial circumstances, and white for improved health. Thanks. Regards, http://youtu.be/7m7QEilKvRk | Creative Bioscience   more ›

Family-Friendly New Year's Eve Events in the Twin Cities Metro

Get the family together for some fun this New Year's Eve.

Happy New Year! Celebrate the New Year at Wood Lake Nature Center with family and friends. Follow hundreds of candle-lit luminaries on a trail through cattails and trees while on the lookout for deer, fox and owls. Where: Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Dr. S., Richfield, MN When: 6-9 p.m. Why Go: Roast marshmallows over a crackling fire or warm up inside with hot cocoa. Make a craft, play a game, or just sit back and relax. Cost: $4 per person; free for FOWL members. Things to know: No pre-registration required; doors open at 6 p.m. The City of Golden Valley's Park and Recreation Department will host an event at Scheid Park on New Year's Eve. According to its website, event goers can enjoy sledding, skating and other fun winter …

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12:08 pm on Saturday, December 29, 2012

Pinstripes Bistro Live Music, Champagne Toast 2 Balloon drops(8:00 & 12:00pm) 3849 Gallagher Drive, Edina 55435 Reservations: (952) 835-6440   more ›

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Get Out!

Get Out: Pancakes, Pampering and a Kidnapping!

There are lots of fab fall events happening in and around Golden Valley this weekend.

For anyone who loves autumn, it doesn't get any better than this.  The leaves are falling, and there's a crisp chill in the air. Whether you want to enjoy this fab fall weekend with the family or with "the girls," there's a lot going on in and around Golden Valley this weekend. Golden Valley Minnetonka Hopkins Plymouth

Friday, October 21, 2011

Get Out: Your Weekend Fun To-Do List (Oct. 21 - 23)

Fall is in the air, so it's time to get out and have some fun this weekend. Here are some ideas in and around Golden Valley.

There's a chill in the air, the leaves are falling, and after a long week, you just gotta get out of the house.  No ideas for the weekend?  Try one of these in and around Golden Valley: Golden Valley Used Book Sale Mayoral Candidate Meeting St. Louis Park Wait Until Dark Pumpkin Carving Plymouth Family Orienteering  Live Music

Thursday, October 13, 2011

Get Out: Your Weekend Fun To-Do List

Check out what's happening in and around Golden Valley during the weekend of October 14th.

The leaves are falling and warm weather is practically begging you to get out this weekend.  Need some ideas of things to do in and around Golden Valley?  We've got some ideas. Golden Valley  Golden Valley Library 40th Anniversary  Mighty Tidy Day St. Louis Park Wait Until Dark St. Louis Park's 125th Birthday Party Plymouth Plymouth Fire Department Open House A Mighty Fortress Minnetonka   Dog Fest 2011

Friday, June 24, 2011

Get Out!

Get Out: Your Weekend Planner

It's Friday and you have no idea what to do this weekend. The Farmers Market is finally here, and Patch has some other ideas for you, too.

It's Friday, the kids are out of school, and we're looking a several days of sunshine.  Looking for a way to take advantage of all three and have some fun in and around Golden Valley? Here are our Get Out! ideas for the weekend - and yes, Golden Valley's very own Farmers Market tops the list: Golden Valley     Southwest Minneapolis   St. Louis Park   Hopkins     Minnetonka     Lake Minnetonka

Friday, June 17, 2011

Get Out!

Get Out: Your Father's Day Weekend Fun To-Do List

It's Friday and you have no idea what to do this weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue with ideas in and around Golden Valley.

It's Friday, the kids are out of school, and Father's Day is on Sunday.  Looking for a way to take advantage of all three and have some fun in and around Golden Valley? Here are our Get Out! ideas for the weekend: Golden Valley St. Louis Park Hopkins Minnetonka

Friday, June 10, 2011

Get Out!

Get Out: Your Weekend Fun To-Do List

You survived another work week and record-breaking heat, so it's time to Get Out! and enjoy yourself this weekend.

It’s Friday, and you have no idea what you’re doing for the weekend.  Don't let a little rain keep you from having fun.  There's a lot happening in and around Golden Valley, and there's no reason you should stay home... so Get Out! Check out our weekend picks here every week for activities going on at many happenin’ places around home and nearby. Golden Valley St. Louis Park Minnetonka  Hopkins

Thursday, June 9, 2011

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(Gallery) Primetime for Park Play

When it's not 102 degrees outside, it's easy to see why so many of us love living in Golden Valley.

It's primetime season for Golden Valley Parks. The city has 10 neighborhood parks and 9 community parks. You will find plenty of activity at each one on any given day and evening. 

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Great Escape: A 'Stay & Play' at Water Park of America

Looking for an escape close to home?

The Water Park of America, located in Bloomington, MN, is the largest indoor water park in the United States and Patch's pick for a Great Escape. The park features dozens of slopes, tunnels and tube slides to keep swimmers entertained for the day. In addition, the facility has a pool size and depth for every child and adult to safely enjoy. The best part? You can buy a day pass for the park or take advantage of a “stay and play” package deal. The package offers you and your family a room at the Radisson Hotel, which is attached to the water park, and access to the park. Food and beverages are also easily available at the hotel. If you didn’t get to travel for spring break this year, Water Park of America would be the perfect, inexpensive …

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