Historic carousel opens for the season in Como Park
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Historic carousel opens for the season in Como Park

A piece of history is still bringing joy to families year after year in St. Paul. Cafesjian’s Carousel is located in St. Paul’s Como Park, just south of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. It was constructed for $8,500 in 1914 and assembled on the Minnesota State fairgrounds. Though it has moved locations a few times it’s found a permanent home in Como Park. The carousel is open five days a week Thursday to Monday and will run on that schedule through Labor Day.

Reaching new heights at ValleyFair
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Reaching new heights at ValleyFair

The largest amusement park in the Twin Cities opens for the season on May 11 for season pass holders and May 12 for the public. They are debuting a new culinary experience that’s offering healthier options and items perfect for a summer picnic, including pulled pork sandwiches and salads such as pasta salad, potato salad and corn salad. The chaperone policy remains in place this season. All guests ages 15 years old or younger must be accompanied by a chaperone who is at least 21 years old.

Biking with Baddies creates inclusive community ride
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Biking with Baddies creates inclusive community ride

The club was created by a black woman for people of color. Their goal is to "create a welcoming environment encouraging individuals from all backgrounds to join." The first Biking with Baddies community ride is May 17.

St. Croix Valley is pottery central this weekend
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St. Croix Valley is pottery central this weekend

Dozens of ceramic artists from all over the country are joining local artisans for the 32nd Annual St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour. The 70 potters will set up at seven local pottery studios to display their creations. The tour runs May 10th through the 12th and the studios are all a short drive from each other. The tour is free and open to all to attend.

Model train club plans hobby show in MN
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Model train club plans hobby show in MN

A museum dedicated to model trains is celebrating nine decades in the Twin Cities and will host a big hobby show this weekend. The Twin City Model Railroad Museum started in 1934 inside a St. Paul home. It’s now located at 668 Transfer Road, Suite 8 in St. Paul. The museum has 13,000 square feet of interactive toy train layouts. The museum is open Monday and Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. The Model Railroad Hobby Show and Sale will take place at the Minnesota State Fair’s Education Building on May 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

40,000 tulips in bloom at the Arboretum
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40,000 tulips in bloom at the Arboretum

The showy tulip bloom is underway at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. The bloom is expected to last at least another week if not two. There are 135 varieties on display. The bulbs were planted in the fall by a mix of staff and volunteers over 520 hours. To keep up with the status of the tulips keep an eye on the Arboretum’s social media pages. The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is located at 3675 Arboretum Drive in Chaska. Online tickets are required in advance for all Arboretum visitors.

School bus 'Roadeo' in Farmington
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School bus 'Roadeo' in Farmington

Saturday was the Farmington Bus Roadeo, which has been going on for 25 years. 70 bus drivers from around Minnesota competed, with the winners will compete statewide and then nationals.

Mall of America's guide to Mother's Day shopping
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Mall of America's guide to Mother's Day shopping

Mother’s Day is fast approaching on May 12. Trend Specialist Sara Rogers joined the FOX 9 Morning news for some gift ideas, including a discount opportunity for the Mall of America’s newest jewelry store.

Mpls Farmers Market starts Saturday, with new hours
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Mpls Farmers Market starts Saturday, with new hours

The Minneapolis Farmer's Market is kicking off on Saturday, May 4, with new days and hours. Executive Director of the farmer's market, Ashley Nathe, was on FOX9's Good Day to showcase what to expect in this year's market. Here are the updated days and hours: Wednesday-Friday 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday and Sunday 6 a.m.-1 p.m. To learn more about the Minneapolis Farmer's Market, head to mplsfarmersmarket.com.