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It’s ‘Big Time Rush Month’ at Mall of America’s Nickelodeon Universe®

May 9, 2013 — 2 Comments

May 2013 is designated Big Time Rush Month in Nickelodeon Universe^®. This month-long event in Bloomington, Minnesota will feature discounts, photo opportunities and free song downloads. The celebration will wrap up with a live Google Hangout interview with the boys of Big Time Rush.

With millions of fans worldwide, Big Time Rush is a double threat: international music sensation and TV superstars.

Along with 20 percent discounts on Big Time Rush merchandise from the Nickelodeon stores, guests can purchase the Big Scream Ticket: a 30-point Nickelodeon Universe ride pass for $25. Hungry fans can get a free download code for BTR’s latest single, “Like Nobody’s Around” with purchase of a special edition Big Time Popcorn Bucket in Nickelodeon Universe.

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‘Komen® Race for the Cure®’ to be held at the MOA®

May 8, 2013 — Leave a comment

More than 50,000 guests are expected to attend the 21^st annual Susan G. Komen^® Twin Cities Race for the Cure^® at Mall of America^® on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12, 2013. Beginning at 7 a.m., family and friends dressed head-to-toe in pink will come together for the Walk with one goal: Battle the fight against breast cancer.

Options for supporting this event include run, walk, shop or even sleep in!

The morning will kick off with a health expo, refreshments and an aerobic warm-up for participants at 7 a.m. in the parking lot at 24^th avenue and Lindau Lane. The 5K co-ed wheelchair race will begin at 7:25 a.m. followed by the 5K co-ed run at 7:30 a.m.

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‘War Horse,’ the play, appearing at the Orpheum in Minneapolis

May 7, 2013 — 2 Comments

Appearing at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, Minnesota from June 12 – 23, 2013.

Theatrical creativity at its best will be on display at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, Minnesota when War Horse (the play) is presented on stage June 12 – 23, 2013.

At the heart of the production are astonishing life-sized puppets created by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company, who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to life on the stage.

Note: Although War Horse is based on a children’s book, it includes scenes depicting some war violence and is recommended for ages 10 and up. All patrons regardless of age must have a ticket.

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‘Psst!’ appearing at The Cowles Center in June

May 3, 2013 — 2 Comments

You will have to look hard and long to find a stage production as original as this! If you attend, do not expect to hear a lot of dialogue from the performers.

The Ivey and Sage Award Winning Off-Leash Area pulls out all the creative stops to tell a universal and poignant story about love and loss in Psst! – all of this with only one word being uttered, that being “Psst!”

Psst! will be appearing at the Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts in Minneapolis, Minnesota on June 21 and June 22 at 7:30 p.m., and on June 23, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

Enjoy a sneak peek by viewing this video: Psst! at the Cowles Center

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May 2013 Landmark Center public tours and programs

April 30, 2013 — 2 Comments

Have you been paying attention to the public tours and programs that are offered at the historic Landmark Center in St. Paul, Minnesota?

Tours on the schedule require RSVP’s – it pays to keep watch and take advantage of these educational and interesting programs. The Great River Tour is back – this tour sold out in its first year offered.

On the Landmark Center schedule in May, 2013 from their website:

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Northern Spark 2013 all-nighter to be held in Lowertown, St. Paul

April 29, 2013 — 2 Comments

What fun this promises to be! The third annual Northern Spark will be held on Saturday (into Sunday morning), June 8, 2013 from 9:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., in Saint Paul, Minnesota’s Lowertown. Northern Spark is the only all-night arts festival in the Midwest—a free, public, dusk-to-dawn nuit blanche that ignites the Twin Cities in an explosion of urban art.

Calling all Twin Cities’ residents and visitors – a fun all-nighter is on the way!

Performances, visual arts, projected images, interactive media, and participatory events bring together a multitude of artists who create art projects in partnership with numerous arts organizations at multiple venues.

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Mall of America® to host world premiere of ‘Camp Ice Age’

April 26, 2013 — Leave a comment

“Camp Ice Age” opens at the Mall of America on May 10, 2013, with tickets available for purchase on that date.

Fans of the blockbuster film franchise, “Ice Age,” will soon have the opportunity to embark on a fun-filled adventure into the prehistoric world of their favorite characters through “Camp Ice Age,” which will open at Mall of America® in Bloomington, Minnesota on May 10, 2013.

In partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products, Global Experience Specialists, Inc. (GES) created the 10,000-square-foot touring experience.

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May 2013 events in Minneapolis parks

April 25, 2013 — Leave a comment

Spring is busting out all over – our Minneapolis parks are no exception to that. With the ice disappearing from the lakes, spring and summer water activities will soon begin in earnest. Walking, jogging and running events will also once again be popular with Twin Cities’ residents, as will picnics and family-related activities.

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Mall Of America® special events: Week of April 22, 2013

April 22, 2013 — Leave a comment

You might be interested in checking out the “Magic: the Gathering Tournament and Dragon’s Maze Pre-release” event.

Special events on the Mall of America® schedule in Bloomington, Minnesota for the week of April 22, 2013 include:

Toddler Tuesdays: World’s Largest Show and Tell;
Minnesota Viking’s Cheerleader Auditions;
Global Youth Service Day;
Magic: the Gathering Tournament and Dragon’s Maze Pre-release

Here is more information to get you to the right place at the right time:

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‘Anything Goes’ on stage at the Ordway May 7 – 12

April 17, 2013 — Leave a comment

When events of the day are less than joyful, a stage event such as Anything Goes is a welcome change indeed! Thanks to the Ordway Center for Performing Arts in St. Paul, Minnesota, Twin Cities residents and visitors will be soon be treated to a musical destined to lift spirits and get everyone singing.

Anything Goes will be presented on stage at the Ordway Music Theater May 7 – 12, 2013.

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What makes you sparkle? June 16, 2013
There is a certain something about every Mary, Tom, Janice, or whoever you may be. It might be a certain color you like to wear, a fragrance that defines you, something special you always cook or an expression you often use. Having a signature characteristic means saying to others, “Look, this is something that I […]
Five food blogs with helpful Meatless Monday recipes, Part Ten June 10, 2013
My Meatless Monday postings have evolved into a cumulative listing of food blogs that are helpful for those seeking vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free recipes. My new five picks: Allyson Kramer Oh, Ladycakes Raw on $10 a day (or less) Spabettie The Clean Eating Blog My previous nine articles on Meatless Monday recipes can be found by clicking […]
Learning the ropes for publishing on Bubblews June 2, 2013
A writer friend of mine has been suggesting for weeks that I join Bubblews and do some posting on that site. I finally weakened on May 28th and completed the short sign-up process that they require. I have now published a few articles in order to learn the ropes, as each content site differs in […]
18 practical juicing tips for newcomers May 22, 2013
If you are contemplating buying a juicer, or have recently made such a purchase, you probably have questions about what to expect and how to proceed in your new cleaner, healthier lifestyle. I have some practical tips acquired from my own experience at juicing that I am happy to share with newcomers to juicing. With […]
Five food blogs with helpful Meatless Monday recipes, Part Nine May 19, 2013
My Meatless Monday postings have evolved into a bi-weekly listing of food blogs that are helpful for those seeking vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free recipes. My new five picks: Anja’s Food 4 Thought Happyolks Lemon Fire Brigade Not Without Salt Veg Bowl My previous eight articles on Meatless Monday recipes can be found by clicking here. I have […]

It’s ‘Big Time Rush Month’ at Mall of America’s Nickelodeon Universe®

‘Komen® Race for the Cure®’ to be held at the MOA®

‘War Horse,’ the play, appearing at the Orpheum in Minneapolis

‘Psst!’ appearing at The Cowles Center in June

May 2013 Landmark Center public tours and programs

Northern Spark 2013 all-nighter to be held in Lowertown, St. Paul

Mall of America® to host world premiere of ‘Camp Ice Age’

May 2013 events in Minneapolis parks

Mall Of America® special events: Week of April 22, 2013

‘Anything Goes’ on stage at the Ordway May 7 – 12

Mainstream Boutique – Fashion Show 2013 (video by VisualGripMedia)

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