Juneteenth: A Family Celebration in St. Paul
The Anika Foundation is gearing up for a big party this weekend in St. Paul. Saturday they're hosting Juneteenth: A Family Celebration at the State Capitol Building. Founder Anika Robins joined the Fox 9 Morning News to talk about the big event.
Seward Neighborhood to host garden party
The term backyard oasis definitely applies to the ten featured gardens on the Seward Garden Tour. It takes place on Thursday, June 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. followed by a garden party with refreshments and homemade gluten-free cookie bars. The tour is a fundraiser for the Seward Neighborhood Group. It is $15 to attend if purchased ahead of time or $20 on the day of the event. The tour is a fundraiser for the Seward Neighborhood Group. You can buy tickets at sng.org.
Backyard oasis’ on display in historic Minneapolis Neighborhood
Ten stunning urban gardens in the Seward Neighborhood will be open to explore Thursday, June 20, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with an after-party in one of the featured backyards. The event is $15 per ticket if purchased ahead of time, $20 on the day of the event. The tour is a fundraiser for the Seward Neighborhood Group.
Flashy new pickleball club opens in Eagan
There’s no shortage of pickleball facilities across the Twin Cities metro, but how many of those have an official rap music video? Chip’s Pickleball in Eagan does, plus a fitness center, sauna and cold plunge, a coffee shop, café and full bar. Chip’s opened in June and has 12 tournament-sized courts and is located at 980 Discovery Road in Eagan. They’re open seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Pet-friendly plants
Garden Guy Dale K. lends a helping hand at a local pet rescue. Pet Haven Rescue moved into their new physical location in St. Paul. Volunteers were on hand to help spruce the place up.
Easy recipes from a Midwestern mom
Minnesota food blogger Julie Evink is taking her favorite family recipes and bringing them to the masses. Her new cookbook is called Julie's Eats & Treats. Its available online and in stores now. She joined FOX 9 Good Day to share an easy recipe for "cruffins".
Podcast spotlights life after limb loss
How do you handle a crisis? Life's toughest moments can teach us a lot about ourselves. A local podcast is spotlighting the story of Fox 9 Reporter Courtney Godfrey and how she handled the crisis of a severe leg injury that led to the amputation of part of her leg. The 100th episode of "The Crisis Files" is called "Breaking Views". Courtney and podcast host Roshini Rajkumar joined FOX 9 Good Day to talk about the latest episode.
Stone Arch Bridge Festival this weekend
The Stone Arch Bridge Festival returns to this weekend to the Minneapolis riverfront. There will be 225 artists, two live music stages, more than 30 food vendors, two beer gardens and a vintage and vinyl market. New this year, there will be a public art installation called 100 Feet of Art and History. It combines the work of six local artists and it’s located on West River Parkway behind the Mill City Museum. The festival takes place on June 15 and June 16 along West River Parkway between North 4th Avenue and South 11th Avenue. It is free to attend.
Artisan Home Tour features Wayzata stunner
Nearly two dozen of the Twin Cities' most incredible new and remodeled homes will be open for exploring over the next two weekends as part of the Artisan Home Tour. The homes stretch all the way east to Afton, south to Prior Lake and west to Independence. Home No. 5 on the tour is in Wayzata and boasts a Beauty and Beast two-story library plus several secret doors, one of which leads to a home theater. The homes are open from noon-6 p.m. Fridays through Sundays through June 23rd. The four remodeled homes are open on the final weekend only. Tickets are required ahead of time to enter the homes and can be purchased online, at the door or at Bachman’s.
New build in Orono on the Artisan Home Tour
The latest and greatest in home design is on display this weekend and next as part of the Artisan Home Tour. There are 23 homes on the tour, 19 new builds and four remodeled homes. Home No. 6 is in Orono. The contemporary home features floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views and a lower-level sanctuary with a yoga room, sauna and steam shower. The homes are open from noon-6 p.m. Fridays through Sundays through June 23. The four remodeled homes are open on the final weekend only. Tickets are required to enter the homes and can be purchased online, at the door or at Bachman’s.
Chuthulu! The Musical at the Turf Club
Music, madness, and puppets combine for a unique show launching their tour in St. Paul. Puppeteers for Fears presents Chuthulu! The Musical. Two cast members and the show's art director joined FOX 9 Good Day to talk about the show and how the idea came together.
Including your pets in severe weather plans
Severe weather season has arrived in Minnesota. Hopefully you have a severe weather plan in place for your family, but do those plans include your pets? Alison Shramel from the Animal Humane Society joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about what your "pet go kit" should include and how to prepare if disaster strikes.
Fed holds rates steady
On the economic front, interest rates will go unchanged. It's not the news consumers were hoping to come out of the Federal Reserve's meeting this month. Patrick Rehkamp, a senior financial writer from 1834, A Division of Old National Bank, joined the FOX 9 Morning News to discuss the potential for future rate cuts.
Tony voter weighs in this year's nominees
It's going to be a big weekend in the theatre world. The Tony Awards air Sunday night. Jim Sheeley is a Tony Awards voter and president of the Historic Theatre Group, he joined the FOX 9 Morning News to give us a peek behind the curtain at what the voting process looks like.
MotoAmerica Superbike race in Brainerd
The Brainerd International Raceway is hosting the 10th Anniversary MotoAmerica Superbike Races this coming weekend. Racer, Justin Miest stopped by FOX 9 Good Day to share what it’s like to hit speeds close to 180mph. Miest is from Cannon Falls, so he loves racing on his home track. He also shared some of what fans can expect for the event June 14-16, including getting up close to bikes and racer, and even a chance to go for a ride. Practices will be Friday, followed by races Saturday and Sunday.
Juneteenth Celebrations in Brooklyn Park
The City of Brooklyn Park is hosting a big celebration this weekend to mark Juneteenth. The theme for the third annual event is black art, health and healing. Event organizer Dr. Marcellus Davis joined FOX 9 Good Day along with featured artist Ella to talk about what they have planned this year.
Battle of the Badges boxing event
Police officers, firefighters, and first responders are stepping into the ring for a good cause this weekend. The Inaugural Battle of the Badges is being held Saturday June 15th at Myth live in Maplewood. Money raised will go to benefit the YWCA.
Great Big Game Show now open at Mall of America
The Great Big Game show is open now on Level 3 East at the Mall of America. It’s connected to The Escape Game and from the same company. The game show studio allows people to play some of their favorite TV game shows with a host against co-workers, family members and friends but without the pressure of knowing millions of people are tuning in.
St. Cloud State expanding cannabis courses
St. Cloud State University is expanding their course offerings in cannabis education to include nine-week career training courses. The online classes are designed to provide students with job specific skills and knowledge to jumpstart their career in the cannabis industry. Upcoming start dates are June 17 and August 5 for the career training courses.
Easy meal prep ideas with protein
Meal prep doesn't have to be ultra-time consuming. Nutrition coach Lindsay Ogden joined FOX 9 Good Day to share five simple and easy recipes to incorporate into your routine.