Dealing with addiction around the holidays
The holiday season can add extra stress in our lives, and for those struggling with addiction this time of year can easily lead to a relapse. Tiffany White from the Minnesota Prevention and Recovery Alliance joined the FOX 9 Morning news to share advice on hosting holiday gatherings if you have a loved one battling addiction.
Inaugural BIPOC Startup Week underway
A Twin Cities entrepreneur is hoping her experience can help others get their start in the business world. Charlotte Epée-WillSuN founded the BIPOC Startup Week after noticing the startup scene lacked racial diversity. The free 3-day event runs through December 9th.
Circus Juventas gets into the holiday spirit with new show
The holidays have arrived under the big top at Circus Juventas. The St. Paul youth circus performing arts school is the largest in the country and packed full of incredible talent. This year’s holiday show is called ‘A Hygge Holiday.’ Here are the show dates and times: • Saturday, December 9 at 1:00 p.m. • Sunday, December 10 at 1:00 p.m. • Saturday, December 16 at 5:00 p.m. • Sunday, December 17 at 1:00 p.m. • Sunday, December 17 at 5:00 p.m.
Canvas Convergence 3D art gallery opens in St. Louis Park
Artist Shawn McCann, known for his chalk art and murals, has opened a free pop-up gallery at the Shops at West End in St. Louis Park. Canvas Convergence has several over-sized 3D works of art celebrating the beauty of winter. Visitors are encouraged to interact with the art, creating fun pictures perfect for the gram. The gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday from 12pm to 8pm and on Sundays from 12pm to 5pm.
Cricket-training facility opens in Minnetonka
The first indoor cricket training facility in the state opened over the weekend in Minnetonka. Eka Sport teamed up with the Minnesota Youth Cricket Academy (MYCA) to find a space they could utilize year-round. Prior to opening this facility, MYCA would use batting cages in the winter, but that doesn’t provide the kind of space needed. MYCA offers programs for beginners through advanced athletes. There are about 70 kids in the program now but with this new space they’re hoping to grow it, as the popularity of the sport surges in the US. Eka Sport is located at 15314 Minnetonka Industrial Rd.
Beauty and the Beast Jr. on stage now
The Stages Theatre Company is inviting you to 'be their guest' in a classic Disney show. Beauty and the Beast Jr. is on stage through December 27th.
Tips for a less stressful holiday season
Local author Kelly Smith joins Good Day's Kelly O'Connell for tips to keep the stress out of your holiday season.
Celebrating National Cookie Day
Monday marks National Cookie Day and in order to celebrate, the local non-profit Cookie Cart joined the FOX 9 Morning news. The organization has been helping teens gain confidence and job skills for the past 35 years.
Goat yoga at the Hayloft in Hastings
The Hayloft offers a 45-minute yoga class taught by a certified instructor with goats that free roam during class. This class is beginner-friendly and suitable for people with or without previous yoga experience.
Boomin’ chocolate business moves into Edina
A local chocolate company is expanding again, but this new ‘Droolin’ Moose’ location is much more than just a retail shop. The 20,000 square foot space at 4545 77th St. W. in Edina will be their new distribution center and house their offices. It is also their 4th retail location. Their other shops are in Bloomington, St. Louis Park and Burnsville.
Uffda Donuts opens in Maple Grove
A new bakery in Maple Grove is making up scratch-made donuts in dozens of flavors; and on certain days, gluten-free and vegan options as well. Uffda Donuts is located at 13716 Grove Dr. N. just off Weaver Lake Road and I-94. The shop is open Wednesday through Sunday.
How to help stray animals this winter
As cooler temperatures settle in, local animal rescues are expecting an increase of calls reporting stray cats and dogs. The Feline Rescue joined The FOX 9 Morning news to share advice if you spot a stray near your house.
‘Nutcracker in Wonderland’ coming to Ballet Co.Laboratory
It’s not a challenge to find The Nutcracker on stage this holiday season. And that’s why one local dance company is offering an alternative by putting a twist on the classic. Ballet Co.Laboratory, based in St. Paul, is weaving Alice in Wonderland and The Nutcracker together to create Nutcracker in Wonderland. The production will run from December 8th to the 10th at the Cowles Center in Minneapolis and features the companies professional dancers and the trainees.
Good Day set gets holiday makeover: Timelapse
The FOX 9 Good Day set got a makeover for the holidays on Nov. 29. Here's a timelapse video of all the work that went into making the set look festive for TV.
Sourdough bread making tips
Minnesota baker and author Amy Brace shares tips on how to make the perfect sourdough bread.
'Zillow Gone Wild' home/church up for sale
A one-of-a-kind home is on the market in White Bear Lake. It was originally built as a church in the late 1800’s, and has been completely renovated by Kelly Clement and Steve Bucher to become a single-family home. The ‘Old Stewart’ as it’s called, is now a modern residence with a full performance space including high-tech light and sound systems with plenty of historic character. The structure was scheduled to be demolished when Clement and Bucher stepped in to save it. The home is for sale for $3.45 million through Edina Realty. The Zillow listing has received national attention, even landing on Zillow Gone Wild.
Waconia business crafts cotton candy cakes
Cotton candy is one of the most popular treats found at fairs, carnivals and sporting events. You don't have to wait until summer to get a fresh batch of the sweet treat. An entrepreneur in Waconia turned an idea from her daughter's birthday party into a booming business. Crystal Jensen launched Candie Clouds a few years back. She spins sugar into fun creations including cotton candy cakes.
Gingerbread Wonderland at Norway House
Gingerbread Wonderland is back for its ninth year at Norway House in Minneapolis. Anyone can enter their edible creations. This year there are nearly 200 structures including a multi-story Barbie dreamhouse from a mother-daughter team, the Walker Art Center Sculpture Garden, Whoville from "The Grinch" and the Como Park Pavilion. The event runs through Jan. 7. Norway House is located at 913 E Franklin Ave. in Minneapolis.
Holidays on Nicollet features window displays and more
In a nod to holidays past in Minneapolis, more than a dozen old figures from the Dayton’s Eighth floor holiday scenes have been restored and placed in storefronts along Nicollet. Local artists used the figures as inspiration for their creations. Along with the celebratory windows, there are four pop-up holiday shops to peruse that support local small businesses. The shops feature roughly 70 vendors and will be open through January 5th from 11am to 6pm Tuesday through Saturdays. Here’s where you can find the decorated storefronts: • 60 South 6th • City Center (two locations) • Gaviidae Common • IDS Center • Meet Minneapolis Visitor Information Center • The Dayton’s Project • U.S. Bancorp Center • Young Quinlan (Strive Bookstore)
Indigenous Food Lab highlights native cuisine
Indigenous food is part of our culinary history, and it goes far beyond wild rice, corn, and maple syrup. In Minneapolis, the indigenous Food Lab, not only produces food for the award winning restaurant Owamni, but it's also a place to support native businesses. Alix Kendall took a look around the space located inside Midtown Global Market.