Minneapolis Northwest Tourism 2019 Activities Guide

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When you visit Minneapolis Northwest, you’ll experience the fun and flavor of three distinct cities – Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park and Maple Grove – each offering its own blend of family friendly attractions, beautiful parks, outdoor activities, and top-quality hotels, restaurants and shopping. Our vibrant and versatile destination offers enjoyment for everyone, whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Explore our cities and savor your time in Minneapolis Northwest!

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Located along the banks of the Mississippi River, Brooklyn Center is ten minutes from downtown Minneapolis and is the perfect place to experience the excitement of both the metropolitan area and the great outdoors. It is home to the historic Earle Brown Heritage Center and the state’s one and only Topgolf location! The city has hotel options to fit your every need, including Embassy Suites and RISE By Elevation. When you visit Brooklyn Center, you can explore the beauty of North Mississippi Regional Park and step back in time for a nostalgic meal at 50’s Grill.

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As the sixth-largest city in Minnesota, Brooklyn Park is filled with attractions and activities for everyone from families to corporate travelers. Culturally rich neighborhoods feature acclaimed local restaurants and unique cuisines, such as Louisiana-style fare at Crazy Cajun or fresh sushi at Lemongrass Thai. Additionally, the city’s parks, miles of trails, golf courses, and access to the Mississippi River and Eidem Homestead – a living history farm – make Brooklyn Park an excellent place to visit in any season.

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Maple Grove is one of the fastest-growing communities in the state. Its Arbor Lakes Shopping & Dining District features brand name and boutique stores, excellent restaurants, and entertaining community events throughout the year, like Chalkfest at Arbor Lakes – the state’s largest street art chalk festival. Nearby, the city’s Central Park Ice Loop shines as one of the only ice trails in North America, and Elm Creek Park Reserve draws more than a million active visitors each year.

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TA B L E O F 2019 Event Calendar

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Theater That Thrills

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Discover Indoor Fun

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Brewery Tours, Oh My!

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SPRING Snapshots 20 Topgolf Arrives in MNW

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Dining Discoveries 24 Team-building Activities

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Where to Get a Good Drink

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Golf Events Made Easy, featuring Jenny Stendahl of Rush Creek Golf Club

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CONTENTS SUMMER Snapshots 34 Top Things to Do With Kids

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Chalkfest Artist Profile, featuring Shawn McCann

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Golfing in MNW 42 Best Ways to Enjoy Summer

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Top Picks for Patio Season

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Autumn Family Fun

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Girlfriends’ Getaway Guide

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Brick & Bourbon Opens

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Pro Sports Teams

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J A N UA R Y > Saint Paul Winter Carnival | Saint Paul > City of Lakes Loppet Ski Festival | Minneapolis > U.S. Pond Hockey Championships | Minneapolis > Twin Cities Women’s Expo | Brooklyn Center

MARCH > St. Patrick’s Day Parade | Minneapolis > LuckyPalooza | Saint Paul > Twin Cities Auto Show | Minneapolis > Home Improvement & Design Expo | Maple Grove

M AY > Festival of Nations | Saint Paul > Cinco de Mayo West Side Festival | Saint Paul > Art-A-Whirl | NE Minneapolis > Maple Grove Half Marathon | Maple Grove

F E B R UA RY > Polar Plunge | Maple Grove > Wonders of Winter | Maple Grove > Fat Bike Frozen Forty/Frozen Feet 5K/10K/Half | Maple Grove > Beer Dabbler Winter Carnival | Saint Paul

APRIL > NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four | Minneapolis > Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Film Festival | Minneapolis > Twin Cities Spring Babies Festival | Brooklyn Park > A Scottish Ramble | Saint Paul > Longevity Expo | Maple Grove

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> Chalkfest at Arbor Lakes | Maple Grove > Tater Daze | Brooklyn Park > MSRA Back to the 50’s Weekend | MN State Fair Grounds > Earle Brown Days | Brooklyn Center > Twin Cities Pride Festival | Minneapolis > Town Green Sounds of Summer | Maple Grove (THROUGH SEPT)

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> Summer Faire Concert Series | The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, Maple Grove (THURSDAYS THROUGH AUGUST) > Red, White and Boom | Minneapolis > Maple Grove Days | Maple Grove > Basilica Block Party | Minneapolis > Loring Park Art Festival | Minneapolis

SEPTEMBER > Twin Cities Harvest Festival and Maze | Brooklyn Park (THROUGH OCTOBER) > ValleySCARE & The Great Pumpkin Fest | Shakopee (THROUGH OCTOBER) > Bark Park Expo & Wiggle Butt 5K | Brooklyn Park

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> Deer Widow’s Weekend | Albertville Premium Outlets, Albertville > Moustache Run | Minneapolis > Santa’s Magical Workshop | The Fountains at Arbor Lakes, Maple Grove > Holidazzle | Minneapolis (THROUGH DECEMBER)

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> Summer X Games | Minneapolis > Woof-A-Palooza | The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, Maple Grove > Uptown Art Fair | Minneapolis > Lifetime Triathlon Maple Grove | Maple Grove > MN Renaissance Festival | Shakopee (THROUGH SEPT) > Minnesota State Fair | MN State Fair Grounds

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> Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon | Minneapolis - Saint Paul > Twin Cities Women’s Expo | Brooklyn Center > Twin Cities Oktoberfest | MN State Fair Grounds > Autumn Woods Classic | Maple Grove > Fall Festival on Main Street | Main Street Arbor Lakes, Maple Grove > Twin Cities Book Festival | MN State Fair Grounds

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> Hometown Holiday on Main Street | Main Street Arbor Lakes, Maple Grove > Winter Wonderland | The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, Maple Grove > A Norwegian Christmas | Eidem Homestead, Brooklyn Park > Women’s Art Festival | Minneapolis

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As the temperature drops, Minneapolis Northwest heats up with festivals, events and plenty of exhilarating winter activities. From skiing wintry trails to making ice sculptures and strolling the beautifully lit, snow-covered streets, here are ways to celebrate and rejoice in the Minnesota weather.

Winter Sports at Elm Creek Park Reserve

Bring your family and skis and get ready to travel downhill with glee, experience the thrill of tubing or wander the cross-country ski trails at Elm Creek Park Reserve. The park’s chalet offers ski rentals, concessions with hot cocoa and a fireplace for you to warm up after an exciting day outside. If you’re feeling adventurous, try fat tire biking and ride along the park’s 13 miles of snow-covered trails with ease. If you don’t own a fat tire bike, you can rent one from Maple Grove Cycling.

Fun at the Central Park Ice Skate Loop

Tired of going around in circles at the skating rink?

Try the ice-skating trail at Maple Grove’s Central Park instead, and take in the picturesque park views from the meandering 800-foot loop. The ice loop is the first of its kind in Minnesota and is one of only a few in North America – it really is a sight to see and experience! Entry is free, and skates are available to rent.

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Maple Grove Polar Plunge

You’ve never jumped into frigid Minnesota waters in the middle of the winter? Well, we can help change that! Each year, the Polar Plunge challenges thousands of brave jumpers at numerous locations around the state, including Fish Lake Regional Park in Maple Grove. It’s a great way for everyone—individuals, organizations and businesses— to get involved in supporting Special Olympics Minnesota. The polar plunge is the kind of fun and thrilling event that you really must experience to understand, but it is an entertaining event to watch too!

Saint Paul Winter Carnival

During the Saint Paul Winter Carnival, which takes place from late January into early February, Saint Paul’s Kellogg Park transforms into a winter wonderland, full of elaborate illuminated ice sculptures, created by local artists. Sit on the Royal Throne of Ice and bask in the merry ambience as live music fills the crisp winter air. As you stroll through the carnival, sip on a glass of wine from Cannon River Winery, or go for a Summit beer at the ice bar.

At the Frozen Family Fun Night, you and the kids will have a blast exploring the ice carvings and ice skating at the Wells Fargo WinterSkate.

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Don’t let the cold and snow hold you back from working on your golf game! The first Topgolf venue in Minnesota is now open in Minneapolis Northwest! The popular high-tech allseason golf center in Brooklyn Center features more than 100 climate-controlled hitting bays with balls tracked by data-absorbing microchips. Topgolf also features a full-service restaurant, bars, private event spaces and meeting rooms, a rooftop terrace with a fire pit and more than 200 HDTVs.

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THRILLS Minnesota boasts a lively and eclectic theater scene, and more than half of its 440 theaters are in the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs. When visiting Minneapolis Northwest, you’re only minutes away from the best theaters in the state. With Broadway productions, stirring stage plays, inspiring children’s theater and the Minnesota Opera, our theater scene will thrill and delight your senses.

Locally owned Yellow Tree Theatre highlights the complexities of the human experience through quirky comedies, classic musicals and heartfelt plays. This hidden gem welcomes you into its lobby filled with couches, antiques, books and sparkling lights, and you’ll be impressed with the theater’s state-of-the-art lighting and sound.

Founded by Minnesota husband-and-wife team Jason Peterson and Jessica Lind Peterson, Yellow Tree Theatre celebrates more than ten years of magical storytelling. The theater produces four shows each season, including an original, heartwarming holiday show.

Enjoy big city theater with hometown charm at Lyric Arts Main Street Stage, located in the heart of historic downtown Anoka. You can find a show Children’s Theatre for almost every taste, including musicals, dramas, comedies, children’s productions, and intimate live music events as part of its “Music in the ‘Burbs” Concert Series, which brings in some of the best musicians in Minnesota, including bluegrass, rock and folk artists.

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Just a few minutes from Minneapolis Northwest, you’ll find the majestic and historic theaters that comprise Hennepin Theatre Trust. Relax under the gorgeous domed ceiling of the Orpheum Theatre as you enjoy the best Broadway touring productions from New York, and at the State Theatre, you’ll experience worldclass entertainment, musicals, an author speaker series and other musical acts. Visit the Pantages Theatre to catch today’s funniest comedians, unique concerts and original musical acts.

At the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, you’ll find even more Broadway tours, productions by the nationally recognized Minnesota Opera, the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, a variety of choral concerts and original Ordway productions.

The elegant venue features floor-toceiling glass windows, a lush interior and is located across the street from beautiful Rice Park.

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Company (CTC), the largest professional theater for youth audiences in the country.

From a one-woman puppet show for preschoolers, to an interactive Romeo & Juliet for teens and adults, the talented directors of CTC bring classic stories to life in new and unimagined ways. Not surprisingly, Time magazine called it “the #1 children’s theatre in the nation.”

If you’re visiting the Twin Cities around the holidays, be sure to see what festive shows are playing, as our theaters excel at delivering delightful seasonal productions, such as A Christmas Carol at the Guthrie Theater or A Gone Fishin’ Christmas at Yellow Tree Theatre. Visit our website for more information on theaters and shows near Minneapolis Northwest!

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Live theater is always exhilarating at the Guthrie Theater, located on the Mississippi River. The facility houses three theaters – a thrust stage, a proscenium stage and a black box studio – and offers backstage and architecture tours. Be sure to visit the Amber Box (a.k.a. the yellow room) on the 9th floor. In this observation room, you’ll get a near 360-degree view of the Mississippi riverfront, including the Stone Arch Bridge, St. Anthony Falls and Gold Medal Park.

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Visitors to Minnesota embrace our winter activities, but if you’re craving a little indoor time, there are endless activities and performances to keep you entertained in Minneapolis Northwest. You can win prizes at the arcade, make a splash at an indoor water park, catch a show and so much more. Good times await you and your family, so shed those coats and scarves and get ready to have some fun!

Time disappears when you’re bouncing off the walls at Dave & Buster’s, a 30,000-square foot entertainment complex in the heart of Arbor Lakes Shopping & Dining District. The colorful and lively environment is suited for kids of all ages. With more than 200 of today’s hottest arcade games in the Million Dollar Midway, you can be Batman chasing the bad guys, race cars against your friends or shoot some hoops against the clock. Eat, drink, play and watch sports at Dave & Busters!

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For more gaming fun, make a pit stop at Bowlero, a bowling and gaming venue that’s perfect for groups. Aim for the pins on one of the 48 bowling lanes available and hop from game-to-game in the arcade. Play the world’s largest Pac-Man and escape zombies via The Walking Dead game. After winning big on the games, turn in your tickets to get great prizes. Once you’ve exhausted the arcade, take advantage of the happy hour specials with half-price appetizers and drinks.

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0 You’ll have endless hours of fun with WhirlyBall, an activity that combines bumper cars with basketball, lacrosse and hockey. Race around in specially designed bumper cars called WhirlyBugs, and use scoops to toss a whiffle ball at backboards at opposite ends of the court! Continue the fun with a round of laser tag in the largest laser tag arena in the state, and check out the venue’s escape room, where your group will transform into CIA field agents on the hunt for the infamous criminal organization Red November. WhirlyBall has a bar and grill with a menu that includes delicious homemade pizzas, so you can refuel as the day goes on.

Rain or snow, the indoor Venetian Waterpark offers a Mediterranean-style retreat for you and your family to enjoy quality time together. Located in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites – Maple Grove, the waterpark is 25,000-square feet and features two four-story waterslides, a floating obstacle course, basketball hoops and plenty more. At the Bambini Piscina, toddlers and young children can enjoy the pool in this area designated just for them, and kids can enjoy games at the arcade whenever they need a break from the water.

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experience for all drivers. Karts run on power-boosting, low-emission, renewable methanol for a true racing experience – you’ll be blown away with their consistency and performance. Whether you’re an experienced pro or first-time driver, everyone will have a blast at ProKART Indoor Racing.

For an experience like no other, bring your family to Topgolf in Brooklyn Center, which features more than 100 open-air, climatecontrolled bays for driving and chipping.

And with two heaters in each bay, you can be outside while enjoying the comforts of the indoors. Hit golf balls towards the giant light-up targets on the field, and then head to the full-service restaurant for a piping hot meal.

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Surly Brewing Co.

Nothing says Minnesota homebrewed beer like Surly Brewing Company. The brewery may be known for its destination brewery in Minneapolis, but it hasn’t forgotten where it got its start — in Brooklyn Center, right here in Minneapolis Northwest.

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Surly is an iconic brewery known for its world-renowned beer and spunky philosophy, as well as being one of the fastest-growing breweries in the country. The Brooklyn Center brewery, which packages around 3,300 cans per hour, offers monthly tours, making it a must-see on any beer lover’s Minneapolis Northwest itinerary!

B l u e Wo l f B r e w i n g C o m p a n y It all started in 2005, when Todd Haug and Omar Ansari brewed their first batch of beer at the former Sparky Abrasives Factory, a building that Ansari’s parents owned. It was the first brewery built west of the Mississippi in Minnesota in 20 years, and Omar was quickly selling them Furious, a hoppy IPA.

By 2011, Surly Brewing was nearing the limits of production in the Brooklyn Center brewery, and still not able to meet consumer demands. In 2014, the new destination brewery in Minneapolis opened its doors and has remained a hotspot ever since!

The Brooklyn Center location produces a variety of Surly beers, including Todd the Axe Man, Bender, Coffee Bender, Overrated, Cynic and many more of Surly’s more than a dozen regular beers, plus some of their infusions and limited releases. If this taste of Surly’s history leaves you wanting more, check out one of their “Old School Tours” at the Brooklyn Center brewery on the third Friday of every month.

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OMNI Brewing Co. serves a wide variety of interesting craft beers in an inviting taproom. It also offers fun events throughout the week including Yoga in the Taproom, Cribbage Sundays, Infuseday Tuesday and Taproom Trivia. And you can play shuffleboard and bean bag toss any time! If you’re hungry, step outside and sample the delights of local food trucks.

OMNI has a new one practically every day!

Blue Wolf Brewing Company

Blue Wolf Brewing is the first brewery to open in Brooklyn Park. The brewery serves German-style beers with all the tanks and taps out for customers to see every part of the brewing process. Blue Wolf strives to brew approachable and traditional session-style beers. In addition to the flagship brews, it offers rotating taps with various styles and seasonal varieties. The taproom is also food-friendly, so you can bring your favorite foods to pair with a refreshing brew!

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and enjoy the snack menu with Polish sausage, jumbo pretzels, and pulled pork sandwiches, or order in from one of the nearby restaurants.

Granite City Food & Brewery

For more great brews and delectable food, stop by Granite City Food & Brewery, where you can enjoy a casual dining restaurant complete with an onsite brewery. Experience a beer-lover’s paradise as you dine, surrounded by the award-winning, hand-crafted microbrews. The restaurant also showcase an open kitchen featuring chef developed, hand-crafted made-from-scratch cuisine, including innovative signature entrees, flatbreads and more.

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Wicked Wort has become a destination taproom in the Twin Cities, with a small bar with 10 tap handles, and a larger bar with 30 tap handles, an event center, a dog-friendly patio and space for live music! The taproom’s two unique bars are from the 1930’s and 40’s, giving the space a speakeasy vibe. Come hungry

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YEAR-ROUND GOLFING comes to Minneapolis N or t hwes t Golf enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels – or those just looking for a fun night out – can enjoy a new entertainment destination in Minneapolis Northwest! It’s the perfect location for an exciting evening with friends or for your next big event!

Topgolf, the all-weather sports entertainment destination, just opened its first Minnesota location and it’s right here in Minneapolis Northwest! The Brooklyn Center location features more than 100 climate-controlled hitting bays with balls tracked by data-absorbing microchips, on-field targets that light up at night and pulse to the music, as well as a full-service restaurant, bars, private spaces and meeting rooms, a rooftop terrace with a fire pit and more than 200 HDTVs. It’s the ultimate all-season golf experience!

The new three-level, 65,000-square-foot complex blends technology and entertainment to make socializing a sport for everyone, including golfers and non-golfers, both children and adults. Through the premium experience of play, music, as well as food and beverage, Topgolf inspires people of all ages and skill levels to come together for a fun and engaging competition.

Topgolf’s full service restaurant offers more than your typical clubhouse fare. The menu features fresh twists on American classics, local specialties and brews, plus unexpected new creations like Injectable Donut Holes and Bacon Mac ‘n’ Cheese Spring Rolls.

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While you swing away, choose from an impressive collection of cocktails, beer and wine. You can sip on one of the special Golfbag drinks, shareable cocktails served in one of Topgolf’s signature takehome mugs. Choose from the Pineapple Punch, Topgolf Marg, Topgolf Tea, Citrus Cabana and more delicious concoctions!

Kick off your dining adventure by sharing a Jumbo Pretzel Board, a giant pretzel filled with fruit, various meats and candied pecans, served with Pabst Blue Ribbon Cheese Sauce; or Bacon Mac ‘n’ Cheese Spring Rolls, filled with bacon and green chili mac ‘n’ cheese, and served with a side of ranch.

Don’t forget to save some room for dessert! Choose from Silver Dollar S’Mores, a trio of marshmallow-filled chocolate chip sandwich cookies; or Injectable Donut Holes, 24 cinnamonsugar dusted donut holes with the filling of your choice: chocolate, raspberry jelly or Bavarian cream.

Topgolf is the perfect spot to host company events, large or small groups, kids and teen parties, and holiday gatherings.

Entertain corporate clients and colleagues in a very non-corporate setting. Topgolf’s all-inclusive packages include game play, food, drinks and a dedicated staff to make sure everything runs smoothly. That means you can stay focused on making sure your team has an awesome time.

Topgolf turns meeting planning into a piece of cake! With just a few clicks, you will be ready to go with two hours of unlimited game play in two bays, a menu fit for foodies, upbeat music, lively atmosphere and high-energy staff that breaks out into choreographed dance routines. Topgolf makes a great home for your next large gathering!

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT:

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Looking for a unique dining experience or an exciting meal out? In Minneapolis Northwest, you’ll find a variety of exceptional and tasty restaurants – everything from authentic, international cuisines to twists on your favorite comfort foods.

Crazy Cajun

Minnesota may be known for walleye, but Brooklyn Park’s Crazy Cajun cooks up the best seafood outside of Louisiana. Authentic spices greet you as you walk in, and you can almost taste what’s in store from the aromas alone. A favorite of Crazy Cajun Minnesota Vikings players during football season, Crazy Cajun is especially known for its enormous seafood boils served with your choice of king crab, snow crab, blue crab, jumbo shrimp, mussels or crawfish, and your choice of sauce and heat level. Dining tip: Wear the plastic bib – you won’t be sorry!

Ten Sushi

Now is the time to sample the delicacies at Ten Sushi, where you’ll enjoy gorgeous, perfectly presented sushi, sashimi and entrees made with high-quality cuts of seafood.

Guests are routinely impressed with the selection of signature rolls crafted by expert chefs who understand Japanese cuisine as an art form. The Minnesota Roll comes deep fried (but not on a stick) with salmon, white fish, tuna, eel, cream cheese and avocado with spicy eel sauce and tobiko on top. A complimentary fruit plate is provided when you dinein, and the restaurant’s mochi ice cream provides a smooth finish to every meal.

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3 SPRING The Mad Hatter Restaurant & Tea House For those with whimsical hearts and adventurous palates, The Mad Hatter Restaurant & Tea House delivers. Situated in an historic house on the banks of the Rum River in Anoka, The Mad Hatter provides fabulous high tea services and a scrumptious brunch menu. The Mad Hatter Original Chicken Salad Sandwich served on cranberry wild rice bread pleases just about everyone, and then there’s the famous Crab Cake Tweedle Puff – a deliciously fun combination of egg and crab filling inside a pâte à choux pastry puff. Delightful tea services are offered with tea, scones, finger sandwiches and petite desserts.

your alley. If you’re in the mood for a lunch feast, check out the freshly prepared sandwiches and burgers. Either way, Fat Nat’s is savory food that’s sure to get your day started right.

Sweet Taste of Italy

“Homemade” is the word to use when it comes to this family owned Italian eatery.

From the meatballs to the lasagna to the secret red sauce and the freshly baked bread, nearly everything is made from scratch at Sweet Taste of Italy. Signature pizza specialties include the Noah’s Ark (topped with every meat available) and the Sinners Special made with spicy pizza sauce, pepperoni, bacon, sausage, onion and giardinera. Sure to make you sweat, this one is as hot as hot can be!

India House

Craving a spicy northern curry or prefer a vegetarian staple of the south? You’ll find both at India House, where authentic recipes are prepared by chefs who are trained in traditional Indian cooking. From juicy kebbabs and seasoned biryani dishes to samosas and homemade cheese, spices and flavor are on display here. The Pershawri Naan is a customer favorite – a sweet appetizer that could double as a dessert naan with its sundried coconut, cashews, raisins, and cardamom crushed and blended together. India House is a place where meat-eaters, vegetarians and vegans can all dine in harmony, and the lunch buffet allows you to sample a bit of everything.

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A well-loved, locally owned diner, Fat Nat’s Eggs pulls no punches and packs no pretense with its menu of hearty breakfast and lunch offerings. Choose from eight distinct kinds of Benedict, including the Bacon Avocado Benedict or the David Benedict made with corned beef hash. Specialties like Sammy’s Triple Fruit Fritter and the El Jefe Omelette with homemade spicy salsa might also be up

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Team building is a valuable aspect to any organization or business, helping to ensure that everyone works together in harmony! With the right activities, team building can be both fun and a great way to build relationships amongst your team. In Minneapolis Northwest, we have a variety of ideas to help your team up its game!

What better way to build comradery than with some fun indoor games and adventures that you can enjoy no matter the weather? For a unique sport that will put everyone on an equal playing field, take the team to WhirlyBall. This unrivalled attraction features the extremely fun “sport” of WhirlyBall, which combines basketball, hockey, lacrosse, and bumper cars. In WhirlyBall, two teams of five players use scoops to try to toss a ball through elevated backboards at opposite ends of an enclosed court (roughly the size of a basketball court) while driving specially designed bumper cars. Then put your team’s knowledge and skills to the test with its escape room or play a round of laser tag at the 4,000-square foot urban adventure To p g o l f that happens to be the largest course in the state. If all that activity leaves your group hungry, grab a bite to eat at the full kitchen bar and grill.

Another great all-weather team-building option is Topgolf. Enjoy a fun afternoon of golfing, as you get some quality bonding time with your team, complete with some phenomenal food and drinks! This exciting Brooklyn Center location features more than 100 climate-controlled hitting bays with balls tracked by data-absorbing microchips, on-field targets that light up at night and pulse to the music, as well as a full-service MinneapolisNorthwest.com

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restaurant, bars, private spaces and meeting rooms, a rooftop terrace with a fire pit and more than 200 HDTVs.

Enjoy the beauty of nature while you build valuable relationships with your team. Three Rivers Parks District offers endless options for team building with its outdoor recreation programs at Elm Creek Park Reserve, Fish Lake Regional Park and Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, (becoming Mississippi Gateway Regional Park) just to name a few. This includes activities designed for individual challenge, such as rock climbing and ziplining, and team challenges, created by its instructors, that are available at any of the parks. Work with Three Rivers’ outdoor recreation specialists to combine activities for the perfect team-building experience, including canoeing or geocaching, which are two popular options that require people to work together.

Everyone could use a new cooking inspiration, no matter their skill level.

Learn how to make Thai, Indian and other world cuisines with a cooking class at NOLA Bistro & Lounge, an eclectic fusion restaurant known for its variety of worldly cuisine that transports its visitors to Paris, Zurich, Mumbai, Tokyo, New Orleans and

more! Or is coffee what drives your team?

Learn to create latte art masterpieces with a class at Tiny Footprint Coffee. Or find a sweet way to bond with the group with cake design classes at Nadia Cakes.

When people work together, they can accomplish great things, so why not give back to the community while you’re building relationships and cohesion amongst your team?! Minneapolis Northwest is filled to the brim with amazing nonprofit organizations with focuses ranging from youth and education, to animals and the arts. From the food shelf and Feed My Starving Children to Midwest Animal Rescue & Services and International Wolf Center, we’ve got plenty of causes your team can get passionate about.

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Whether you’re longing for a house-made craft cocktail, a stiff bourbon concoction or a glass of full-bodied Italian wine, here are the best places to get a good drink in Minneapolis Northwest.

Brick & Bourbon

As self-proclaimed “ambassadors of great bourbon and whiskey,” Brick & Bourbon’s experienced mixologists are ready to help you find your perfect cocktail. You can sip on a classic Old Fashioned with a smoky twist, or perhaps you’ll prefer one of its unique cocktails like the Lavender Mule – a mix of vodka, lavender syrup and ginger beer, or the Manhattan Moon – a refreshing blend of bourbon, red wine and simple syrup. We also recommend dabbling in Brick & Bourbon’s whiskey (and bacon!) flights.

NOLA Bistro & Lounge is one of the most unique restaurants and bars in the area where all the drinks are made with fresh fruits, flowers, and exclusive house-made syrups and bitters. Fuel your creativity with the Pick Your Flower cocktail option. Choose from a base of rose, lavender or orange blossom; then add lime, lemon or orange juice and mix in your favorite liquor. If you prefer to try one of the house specialties, we suggest Monet’s Garden, a blend of light flavors that’s refreshing any time of year.

Located inside RISE By Elevation hotel, Serrano’s Cocina serves Tex-Mex-American fare and awesome drinks, including $2 margaritas. Gamble on the Serrano Margarita with MinneapolisNorthwest.com

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sliced serrano pepper muddled into the tequila for a hint of spice, or stay safe with the always-delicious mango, peach or raspberry margaritas. The restaurant and bar also creates original concoctions like Electric Lemonade, The Hockey Mom and the Lemon Drop Martini. Bonus tip: If you’re staying in the hotel, you’ll receive a free craft beer at check-in!

In addition to delicious pastries and sweets, Patrick’s Bakery & Café is known for its full selection of French wines. Sip a chardonnay from Burgundy or a merlot from Bordeaux. Pair your glass with a chocolate croissant or opt for a more savory option, such as La Brie, a flatbread topped with brie, crème fraiche, bacon and onions. Stop by for happy hour, Monday through Friday, to save $2 on glasses of wine and enjoy $5 appetizers.

Sip on a glass (or two) of your favorite international wine at Pour Wine Bar & Bistro. Featuring wines from Italy, Argentina, Germany and France, this cozy bistro has a wine to please every palate. Try a wine flight and pair it with a charcuterie plate, rosemary fries or the in-house French onion soup. Pour’s craft cocktail menu is also impressive.

If you’re looking for a craft beer, stop in one of Minneapolis Northwest’s breweries.

Serving freshly made German-style beers, Blue Wolf Brewing – Brooklyn Park’s first brewery – features Wolf Cry, a lighter rye beer that’s perfect for craft beer novices thanks to its subtle hop flavor. OMNI Brewing Co. features hoppy beers that hit all the right notes, including seasonal brews with hints of coffee and chocolate.

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You’ll love tasting the luck of the Irish at Claddagh Irish Pub, where strong drinks and a traditional Irish menu reign supreme and are served with a side of Irish hospitality. The Guinness Bloody Mary is a can’t-miss cocktail with its mix of vodka, tomato juice, Guinness and corned beef (yes, you read that right) topped with your favorite fixings. It’ll have your taste buds doing backflips!

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Jenny Stendahl has spent her entire career working for one of Minnesota’s finest golf courses – Rush Creek Golf Club in Maple Grove. As Golf Operations Manager, she masterfully works with groups to host memorable events, from corporate outings to fundraisers. Get an insider’s look at the keys to making a golf event successful from the golf guru herself and also benefit from her top etiquette tips for beginning golfers.

Tips for Hosting a Successful Golf Event at Rush Creek Golf Club

Goals and Planning: While all opinions are valid, Jenny says ultimately there should be one or two key decision makers who keep things moving along and maintain clear communication. Establish goals ahead of time, so you can dive into the extra details that will make your event memorable.

Signage: Bring your own signage to the course and do specialized branding, such as sticking branded decals on golf carts or branded pin flags on the course. You can also opt to have your logo on Rush Creek’s golf carts’ GPS system!

Scramble Format: The most popular format for groups on the green is the Scramble format.

Teams of four people select the best drive, the best second shot and so on, until the ball is in the cup. This format keeps the game moving and takes the pressure off first-time golfers.

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Also consider incorporating contests, such as a longest drive contest or closest to the pin contest.

Food Options: Rush Creek provides set menus to start with and groups can build from there. It can accommodate cocktail hours, buffets and sit-down meals. The taco bar and grilling/BBQ themes are very popular in the summer, along with fancy steak dinners for more formal events.

Prizes: Winners love a prize. Whether you’re having a longest drive contest or want to reward the winning team, Jenny and her staff will assist you in picking out tee gifts, prizes or gift certificates.

But What If It Rains? Jenny says rain often passes through without much delay and groups can continue playing within minutes. If it’s a longer shower, groups can head back to the club house for food and drinks for an hour or two before resuming play.

Jenny’s Golf Etiquette Advice for Beginners

Don’t be nervous: If you are, try to dissipate that feeling by asking the staff questions because staff love to help. It’s always fun introducing golf to someone who’s not familiar with it and giving them a memorable experience.

No judgement: “Golfers don’t care how well other people golf; there’s really no judgement,” Jenny says. So, rest easy – golfers love the social aspect of the sport, being on the open green with friends, enjoying the sun and beverage carts.

Practice round: Consider a practice session at Rush Creek’s Golf Academy.

Friendly instructors can show you the

basics and get you started. Then you’ll have an extra level of comfort when you get on the course.

Pace of play: Slow pace of play can back up the entire course, so no matter your skill level, you must keep moving along.

“You don’t have to be good to keep up,” reminds Jenny.

Proper attire: Look the part of a golfer and be aware of your attire. Good rules of thumb include no jeans, cutoffs or sweatpants, and no sandals; tennis shoes or golf shoes are a must.

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School’s out! Parents across the nation know summer is the best time to spend with their kids. Luckily, Minneapolis Northwest has plenty of summertime activities to keep families busy. From kid-friendly outdoor events to nationally recognized attractions, here are the top things to see and do with children in Minneapolis Northwest this summer.

Festive Area Festivals

A visit to Minneapolis Northwest in the summer isn’t complete without a stop at one of our exciting community festivals.

Say hello to spring at the Twin Cities Spring Babies Festival in Brooklyn Park! Enjoy an afternoon among some of the cutest baby animals, including goats, ducklings, chicks and bunnies.

Continue the fun with the corn seed pit, inflatables and the giant slide, hayrides and a straw bale maze.

Kick off summer with Chalkfest at Chalkfest at Arbor Lakes Arbor Lakes, June 8-9! This free, two-day street art festival showcases 50 of the most talented chalk artists in the world.

Come by to see the magic happen as the artists make giant chalk creations right on Main Street in Arbor Lakes. There’s also family fun to be had at Tater Daze in Brooklyn Park, Earle Brown Days in Brooklyn Center, Maple Grove Days and Woof-A-Palooza – a perfect event for the four-legged members of your family. Read about the Top 10 Festivals and Events in Minneapolis Northwest for more summer events you can plan your visit around.

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Get dancin’ during the Sounds of Summer concert series at Town Green.

The series provides a variety of music weekday evenings all summer long, from country and classical, to rock and oldies.

Several events are dedicated to kids’ music with performances by the Splatter Sisters and the Teddy Bear Band. Town Green also hosts Movies by Moonlight on Fridays at sunset, beginning mid-July.

Bring a blanket and cuddle up with your kiddos as you watch a warm-hearted movie together under the stars. Past movies included Moana, Trolls, The Lego Batman Movie and The Princess Bride.

Experience even more live music at the Summer Faire Concert Series, Wednesdays at Arbor Park in The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes. Local bands and musicians play in the evenings while families are out and about. Bring your lawn chairs and make an evening of it, or simply stop by the concert as you do some summer shopping.

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a free morning camp for children ages 3-10 at Arbor Park within The Shoppes.

The camp consists of seven Tuesday morning events throughout the summer.

Each event features an interactive and educational activity for kids, as well as free face painting and snacks, and guardians receive special offers from participating area stores and restaurants. Activities range from t-shirt decorating to a dance party to a visit from winged friends from the University of Minnesota Raptor Center.

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Experience that one-of-a-kind summery beach feeling at the Elm Creek Swimming Pond located within Elm Creek Park Reserve. This man-made chlorinated pond is the perfect spot for kids to feel the sand between their toes and get crafty building sand castles. Changing areas, bathrooms and concessions are conveniently located and life guards are always on duty.

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In addition to Elm Creek, Maple Grove’s Central Park boasts one of the best playgrounds in the area, and includes an amazing interactive splash pad! Kids love traipsing through the shooting streams of water and it’s extra fun in the evening when the pad is lit up with colorful LED lights.

Food to Love

Your family needs fuel to keep up with all the summer adventures, and some great spots to stop at are Wagner’s Drive-In and 50’s Grill. Go back in time at the hop when you visit Wagner’s Drive-In in Brooklyn Park.

This local favorite has been a staple in the community for years and it’s no wonder, as Wagner’s serves up juicy hamburgers and delicious sides all in a classic drive-in setting. Roll down your window to place your order, or place your order inside and sit out at the umbrellaed picnic tables. Wagner’s is proud to make its food from scratch and ensures every order is satisfying.

Wa g n e r ’ s D r i v e - I n Another great nostalgic stop is 50’s Grill, where you’ll enjoy items such as hamburger steak, Grandma’s meatloaf, a classic turkey dinner, BLTs, and chicken sandwiches and burgers. The homemade Chicken Pot Pie has been the restaurant’s number-one seller for more than 20 years and is easily the best pot pie in town, and the homemade pies and hand-crafted shakes and malts are also deserving of the hype.

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Can Can Wonderland offers a year-round carnival atmosphere for kids and adults alike. It celebrates artists of the Twin Cities through its upscale artist-inspired and designed mini golf course, incredible murals, and live music and entertainment. The rousing Boardwalk Arcade boasts 20 of your favorite vintage arcade games and dozens of pinball machines. Can Can Wonderland also features a stage for variety shows, comics, and polka bands to go along with their spin on classic fair foods. Local craft beers and wine are available.Â

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Chalkf es t ’s A r t is t-in-Residence From humble Midwest roots, Shawn McCann has grown into an internationally known multi-media artist who creates various forms of street art, fine art, murals, illustrations and commercial art. As co-founder and Artist-in-Residence of Chalkfest at Arbor Lakes, Shawn reflects on his journey and looks ahead to Chalkfest 2019.

It all started with his childhood in Wahpeton, North Dakota – a city known more for its manufacturing plants than its art galleries. “I always knew art was something I had to do,” Shawn says. His parents were supportive from the beginning, helping their son by gifting him Bob Ross painting kits, and his school teachers were equally encouraging. “I had some amazing teachers inspire my madness,” Shawn recalls.

“Everyone encouraged me, telling me to keep pushing for it.”

Shawn attended the Minneapolis College of Art and Design and was immediately surrounded by people with an enthusiasm for art that matched his own. “When I walked in the doors, I felt at home,” he says. He achieved an Illustration Degree and for a while worked part-time at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. Eventually, he realized that if he was going to be an artist, he needed to jump in with both feet.

Street art and chalking weren’t areas Shawn had planned to venture into. In 2003, he got a call to recreate one of his landscape paintings on a sidewalk. Coincidently, the request Shawn was for the opening of The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes in Maple Grove. He enjoyed the new challenge and loved seeing the public’s reaction, since chalk art, especially at that time, wasn’t something most people saw often, if ever. It turned out to be quite fitting that Shawn went on to co-found and MinneapolisNorthwest.com

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Prior to its start in 2016, Shawn knew the Twin Cities would embrace Chalkfest because of its already rich and diverse arts community. “We rank right up with the rest of the country in terms of quality art, like New York, L.A. and Chicago,” he says, “and it’s a unique opportunity for the public to watch artists at work.” Shawn isn’t bothered that his chalk art never sticks around for long. “People appreciate it more if they know it will be gone,” he says. “People love it, remember it and move on.”

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A new work of art that won’t wash away any time soon is the vibrant super herothemed mural spanning the expensive domed ceiling inside Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store in Jordan, Minn., just 35 minutes south of Minneapolis Northwest.

Eleven internationally known artists, including Shawn, created the mural Minnesota’s with a Gotham City Largest Candy Store vibe, and you can even spot Spiderman hanging from the ceiling. The beautiful piece makes a stunning addition to the epic candy store.

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encouraging budding artists to pursue their passion, just as he was encouraged in his youth. “I’ve worked in so many mediums and with so many elements, and there’s much more to art than ‘Do you draw or do you paint,’” Shawn explains.

“Whether you’re illustrating a book or working on a 5,000-square foot mural, you’re still using a creative mindset.”

Meet Shawn and other artists from around the world at Chalkfest at Arbor Lakes, June 8-9, 2019, as they create stunning and inspiring street art, including eyepopping 3D creations you have to see to believe. Come on Saturday and enjoy food and entertainment as you watch the artistic process begin, and you can even do some chalking yourself. Then come back on Sunday for more fun as you see the final products and meet the artists and learn the inspiration behind their chalk masterpieces.

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Minnesota ranks as one of the best states in the country for golfing, and Minneapolis Northwest takes pride in its Championship golf courses and the variety of golf available. Whether you’re looking for 18 holes, mini golf, FootGolf or FlingGolf, give yourself the green light to tee off at any of our excellent courses.

Edinburgh USA in Brooklyn Park is an 18-hole Championship golf course perhaps best known for its famous 17th hole, which boasts an island fairway and a peninsula for a green. The course has hosted numerous LPGA and USGA events, along with local amateur and professional championships. After a recent $2 million remodel, the number of sand traps was cut from 81 to 64 and the sand replaced with cool, green grass, making this already impressive course more appealing to golfers at all skill levels.

Rush Creek Golf Club in Maple Grove has a beautiful layout and a stunning 18th hole that provides the perfect ending to your game. The Mac Nine par-3 course is a family friendly addition to the facility and is great for short game practice Brookland Golf Park and beginning golfers. Stop by the Highlander Restaurant where you can enjoy dinner in front of the stone fireplace or capture the breathtaking view of the course while watching the sunset from the terrace.

Brookland Golf Park’s nine-hole, par-30 design is great for someone looking for a more laid-back round of golf with its friendly and inviting atmosphere, a pro-shop, putting green and lessons for all levels of play. Play disc golf or FootGolf, a fun sport where MinneapolisNorthwest.com

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Topgolf in Brooklyn Center. The high-tech, all-season venue provides a unique way for friends, family and coworkers to practice their swings while aiming at giant targets out on the field, and temperature-controlled hitting bays ensure you can play throughout the year.

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Head to Centerbrook Golf Course in Brooklyn Center for a fun and challenging nine-hole, par-3 layout that can be played in 90 minutes or less. You can also try FlingGolf, an entertaining blend of golf and lacrosse, as an alternative to the traditional sport.

For mini golf fun, head to Can Can Wonderland in Saint Paul where you can putt your way through wacky, artist-inspired holes. Try to get your ball around fun obstacles like furniture, a tornado and a Zen garden.

During the summer at the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis, play Skyline Mini Golf – an outdoor course with more unusual, artist-designed holes set against the backdrop of the city’s skyline.

Sundance Golf Banquet and Bowl is an 18-hole, par-72 golf course set in the rolling hills of an old farm in Maple Grove.

It’s traditionally one of the first courses to open in the spring and is among the last to close in the fall, providing golfers a longer season. Sundance has 24 lanes of bowling and a sports bar and grill for an extra good time.

Eagle Lake Regional Park sits on the border of Plymouth and Maple Grove and is home to the popular Eagle Lake Youth Golf Center – the perfect place for beginning golfers or anyone wanting to brush up on their game. Take a turn at the driving range or test out the FootGolf and mini golf courses. Club, cart and locker rentals are available.

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Summer is a wonderful time of year, with long beautiful days and relaxing nights!

There are plenty of ways to enjoy these endless summer days, including the longest day of the year — the Summer Solstice — in Minneapolis Northwest. Whether you enjoy outdoor concerts, dinner on a patio or a walk through the park, there’s something for you to check out during the summer months.

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When the days heat up, cool down with a scoop or two (or three!) from any one of these popular spots. If you’re an ice cream fanatic, visit Two Scoops in Anoka to try the Tornado Challenge.

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From free concerts to a movie series, Brooklyn Center is an epicenter of events this summer! Head to Centennial Civic & Veterans Memorial Amphitheater for Brooklyn Center’s Entertainment in the Park concerts every Tuesday at 7 p.m. Past concerts have included a variety of genres from big band music to bluegrass. For more family friendly entertainment, children’s concerts are scheduled for Thursdays at 10 a.m.

Cuddle up for a movie in the park every Friday during summer at dusk. Past films have included Coco and Paddington 2.

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Outdoor Fun

With the LED illuminated splash pad, the gardens, the pickleball courts and playground, there are plenty of things to do in Maple Grove’s Central Park. This beautiful urban park is the perfect place to spend countless hours with the family on a long summer day. Hike, bike, run, walk and explore Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park. With 160 acres, access to the Mississippi River and a 12-foot-wide observation walkway on top of the dam, getting lost in the beauty of the park is half the fun. North Mississippi Regional Park offers spectacular views of the Mississippi River and the surrounding woods and prairie just off the freeway. Kayak along the river from Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park or North Mississippi Regional Park with the only rent-a-kayak program in the state, Mississippi River Paddle Share.

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and grill. It has a great patio, and more importantly, an exceptional build-yourown Bloody Mary bar. The Highlander Restaurant, located at Rush Creek Golf Course, is a romantic spot complete with a stone fireplace and gorgeous views of the golf course.

Breweries

OMNI Brewing Co. has a great selection of craft beers and a large, inviting patio to enjoy them on. Check out its calendar of events for Cribbage Sundays, Taproom Trivia and Yoga in the Taproom, which is actually held outside during the summer months. Wicked Wort also has an excellent patio to sip on cold brews while playing games, listening to music and taking in the long summer evenings. The patios at OMNI Brewing Co. and Wicked Wort are both dog-friendly, too!

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The warm weather ushers in Minnesota’s fifth season – patio season! Whether you’re sipping a cool beer under the sun or clinking cocktails under the stars, here are the top places to enjoy patio season in Minneapolis Northwest.

The Lookout Bar & Grill

The family owned Lookout Bar & Grill is known for its longtime-favorite recipes, sand volleyball court and award-winning outdoor patio. A lively crowd fills the space each night, enjoying cold drinks while snacking on ribs and burgers. A tropical atmosphere surrounds the dining area with its palm trees, bright yellow umbrellas and a lush botanical garden. Look for live music with no cover charge every Friday and Saturday night. The Lookout also hosts three seasons of volleyball, which is as much fun for diners as it is for the players!

Highlander Restaurant

The Highlander Restaurant at Rush Creek Golf Club is an excellent outdoor date-night option. Overlooking a pristine golf course with a beautiful landscape, the restaurant is in one of the most scenic spots in Minneapolis Northwest where you can enjoy craft cocktails, a Highlander Restaurant at Rush seasonally influenced menu and weekly pub specials. Sunsets at Rush Creek are especially brilliant. The restaurant and patio’s west-facing exposure gives visitors a prime seat to view the sun’s descent behind the ever-changing clouds and hilly terrain.

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Looking to catch a game in a bar or meet up with friends in a lively place? Look no further than Malone’s. Its patio is a favorite hangout for locals and visitors and includes high-definition flat-screen TVs, so you’ll never miss your favorite sporting event. Walleye fingers, pizzas, burgers and Cuban sandwiches can be found on the menu and are perfect to pair with your favorite brew.

Redstone American Grill

Redstone is recognized for its upscale and romantic patio, which is dimly lit by lanterns and an outdoor stone fire pit. Enjoy seafood meals, steaks and wood-fired flatbreads while admiring the stonework architecture. Save room for dessert – you’ll want to fill up on Redstone’s signature chocolate cake.

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patio as they enjoy a weekend brunch of Chicken and Waffles, Huevos Rancheros or Roasted Veggie Hash. The dog-friendly space has cushioned, oversized chairs that are perfect for relaxation. As night falls, it shimmers with patio lights on trellises, giving diners a charming and even romantic setting.

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Want a little danger with your patio experience? There’s never a dull moment at Better Danger’s, a country club where membership is not required. Go for a leisurely ride on the Danger – a Ferris wheel with open-air dining cars – and have Mexi-Cali food and drinks while you rotate and get a bird’s eye view of the diners below.

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Fall is a special season in Minneapolis Northwest. The weather is exceptional, the leaves are stunning, and the region overflows with exciting opportunities for kids and parents to get outdoors and celebrate. Explore our top picks for fun autumn activities for families.

Twin Cities Harvest Festival and Maze

For a true autumn experience, wind your way through Minnesota’s largest corn maze at Twin Cities Harvest Festival and Maze! Conquer Minnesota’s largest maze or take it easy and go through the straw bale maze. Enjoy hayrides across the fields, pick the perfect pumpkin to carve and feed the animals in the petting zoo. The festival showcases live music, a wicked pumpkin slinger, a giant slide, and, if that’s not enough, a corn seed pit! Take a break and refresh with fair foods and drinks such as mini donuts, cider and hot chocolate.

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Elm Creek Park Reserve

Get your fall color fix at Elm Creek Park Reserve, Hennepin County’s largest park. This 4,900-acre green space features miles of trails where your family can hike or bike their way through some of the most spectacular fall foliage in the region.

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Take your pick from the 10K Graham Cracker Run, the 5K Chocolate Run/Walk or the 1K Mini Marshmallow Fun Run. No matter where you place, every runner gets a s’more after they cross the finish line! Then, celebrate your accomplishment with games, crafts and kid-oriented performances.

Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park Celebrate the fall equinox at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park’s endless array of fall events. After hiking through 160 acres of trails or paddling along the riverbanks, relax by the fire and celebrate the official start of fall. There are tons of fun activities at Coon Rapids Dam throughout the season, including kayaking, biking and fishing. You can also take advantage of one of the park’s Free Family Fun Days, which offer exploration through hands-on activities that everyone in your family can enjoy at their own pace.

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For all kinds of Halloween festivities, head to Anoka Halloween – the official Halloween Capital of the World!

For decades, the city has come together to host 12 days of seasonal fun for families and children of all ages. Go on a spooky and fun Ghosts of Anoka Walking Tour as a costumed guide leads you to several of the city’s most haunted places, and attend the Light Up the Night Parade with exciting floats and bands lit up in bright colors.

Kids will surely enjoy pumpkin carving and decorating, a Halloween scavenger hunt, a community bonfire with treats and many opportunities to show off their costumes.

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Stop by the Donut House and get one of its “almost famous” apple donuts, or satisfy your hunger at the Brat House or Feed Hut with an Apple Cider Brat!

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Don’t let the year end without taking some personal time to enjoy the beauty of fall with a girlfriends’ getaway to Minneapolis Northwest! We’ve gathered some of our favorite ways to experience this wonderful season to help you plan the perfect fall trip with your gal pals. From apple picking and rock climbing to wineries and spas, here are our top recommendations for a memorable weekend getaway with the girls.

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There are plenty of places in Minneapolis Northwest where you and your girlfriends can enjoy delicious cocktails, local brews and regional wines. Take advantage of generous happy hour specials at popular restaurants like Brick & Bourbon in Maple Grove, Osseo’s NOLA Bistro & Lounge and Patrick’s Bakery & Café MinneapolisNorthwest.com

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No getaway is complete without a little rest and relaxation. Enjoy retail therapy at popular malls like The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes and Albertville Premium Outlets, or plan a relaxing group retreat at one of the local spas. The Woodhouse Day Spa’s Woodhouse Experience is a full-day spa session that offers the best of everything, including an aromatherapy bath cure, massage, facial and pedicure. Your crew will leave feeling rejuvenated and on cloud nine. The zen ambience at Simonson’s Salon & Spa will help ease your tension before the massage even begins. And finish your weekend retreat with manicures and pedicures at Taj Salon & Spa. While its talented technicians are working their magic on your fingers and toes, you and your friends can start planning your next trip to Minneapolis Northwest.

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in The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes (don’t leave without trying a cone of its delicious fries!). Pittsburgh Blue is also famous for serving creative cocktails like its Watermelon Pisco Sour, while the margaritas at Teresa’s Mexican Restaurant are simply out of this world.

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doughnuts at Han’s Bakery, including Texas Donuts the size of your face. This family run bakery has been crafting its famous sweets since 1973.

Finally, for an event your friends will never forget, enjoy afternoon tea at The Mad Hatter Restaurant & Tea House. You all will have an Alice-in-Wonderland-moment with its Queen of Hearts tea service that includes a variety of traditional English treats like lemon blueberry scones and classic cucumber sandwiches. It’s not just the tea that will get everyone talking.

The restaurant is located in the historic Woodbury House on the Mississippi River.

Built in 1857, the house is the second oldest in Anoka County.

And what girlfriend gathering is complete without a bottle of wine? Take an excursion to popular wineries nearby like Buffalo Rock (its LaCreDa is a delicious alternative to Chardonnay) and Two Rivers Vineyard & Winery.

At Schram Vineyards Winery & Brewery, you and your friends can relax and reconnect over a glass of its delicious Bumbley wine, a refreshing mix of honey and raspberry flavors.

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Brick & Bourbon, the new can’t-miss restaurant and bar in Maple Grove, adds a unique touch to Minneapolis Northwest’s impressive dining scene. It exudes a cool, industrial-chic atmosphere with its cavernous ceiling, impressive wood-working details and bourbon barrels throughout. The space is brought together by the central bar, a communal area to congregate around with 30 draft beers poured via a custom-made tap.

The ambiance and menu are expertly crafted by owners Adam Dreher, Gary Sivyer and Brandon Warner, and designed to blend classic and modern styles and flavors. Think of all your favorite comfort foods – juicy burgers, tasty sandwiches, gooey mac & cheese – and turn them upside down. That’s Brick & Bourbon. There are so many enticing choices that you’ll be planning your next trip before you’ve finished your first meal.

Start with the Duck Bacon Wontons, Firecracker Shrimp or go full Minnesotan with the shareable Tater Tot Hot Dish.

You’re guaranteed to be tempted by Brick & Bourbon’s outstanding burgers, sandwiches and sliders. The Caprese Chicken Sandwich tastes like a summer afternoon with its tender, smoked chicken, fresh tomatoes, mozzarella and balsamic drizzle. Sliders are served on thick and fluffy mini Belgian waffles, and the BLT sliders include a slice of fried green tomato and bacon jam aioli.

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mac & cheeses. The St. Louis Rib Mac & Cheese’s mini mountain of always-tender rib meat is piled high on the pasta, and the Black & Bleu Mac & Cheese is made with a blend of bleu and gorgonzola cheeses, finished with tenderloin medallions and chipotle bread crumbs.

Delicious entrees include BBQ Whiskey Pork Ribs, Roasted Short Rib Ravioli, Million Dollar Medallions and Macadamia Crusted Halibut with a cilantro pineapple relish. For the feast of all feasts, opt for The Bricklayer’s Usquebaugh & Feast (“Usquebaugh” means whiskey or “water of life” in Gaelic). Comprised of a 48-ounce top choice porterhouse with a bourbon and port wine sauce, rosemary scalloped sweet potatoes, red romaine Caesar salad and your choice of one of Brick & Bourbon’s hand-crafted cocktails, this meal will leave you satisfied for days!

When all is said, done and devoured, Brick & Bourbon hits the trifecta for dining out: excellent bar, incredible kitchen and top-notch service. You have every reason to visit this new eatery, whether it’s to enjoy happy hour, have lunch with coworkers or celebrate a special occasion. Brick & Bourbon also serves a hearty brunch menu on the weekends!

Aside from the notable food offerings, be sure to tackle the fantastic drink menu with libations reminiscent of a bygone era. Explore “Bourbon and Whiskey Fun” with all kinds of unique bourbon and whiskey-based cocktails. Enjoy added excitement when you order the Smoking Gun – a Maple Old Fashioned that comes covered by a glass lid and enveloped by a mysterious cloud of smoke. Also featured is an excellent selection of flights highlighting American bourbons, rye whiskey, Scotch whiskey, Japanese whiskey and Irish whiskey.

Man In A Lady Dress is perhaps the most accurately named cocktail on the menu. Deep pink and garnished with a stunning slice of dragon fruit, this beverage looks deceptively sweet until you taste the crisp jalapeño kick in the tequila. For something that is indeed sweet, order the Magic Cricket, which tastes like a milkshake with vodka and Crème de Cacao Liqueur blended with mint ice cream.

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Professional sports thrive in Minnesota! Minneapolis Northwest is a short drive from the state’s contending teams and top-of-the-line sports venues, providing optimal enjoyment and exhilarating memories for fans visiting the Twin Cities.

Vikings

Sports enthusiasts around the country and world visited Minneapolis for Super Bowl LII at U.S. Bank Stadium in 2018 and made it a must-visit destination for football fans. The Minnesota Vikings play in this modern work of art and bring passion and excitement to the NFL year after year. Come hear the Gjallarhorn and see star athletes in epic matchups all season long in one of the best stadiums in the country.

Timberwolves

Get ready to howl at the moon when the Minnesota Timberwolves start their season this fall. The exciting young Wolves team, led by Karl-Anthony Towns, plays in the newly remodeled Target Center in downtown Minneapolis, which showcases stateof-the-art renovations, including an allnew high-tech video screen over center court, comfortable plush stadium seats, expanded concourses and an increase in concession options.

Lynx

With four National Championship notches on their belt, the Minnesota Lynx are the most successful professional sports franchise in Minnesota. The Lynx are led by 2017 WNBA MVP Sylvia Fowles and 2018 All-Star Game MVP Maya Moore MinneapolisNorthwest.com

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Wild

The State of Hockey revs up in early October with the start of the Minnesota Wild’s season at Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul. The Wild consistently make the Stanley Cup playoffs and provide plenty of action on the ice. If you’re looking for literal non-stop action, the scorching hot Wild supply it tenfold.

Whitecaps

Did you know Minnesota also has a professional women’s hockey team?

As the fifth member of the NWHL, the Minnesota Whitecaps are creating quite a stir with their talented team and gritty style of play. Home games are played at the TRIA Rink in Saint Paul, the practice rink of the Minnesota Wild.

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United

The Minnesota United (a.k.a. the Loons) are moving to the brand new, state-ofthe-art Allianz Field in Saint Paul in 2019!

The United have steadily built their roster and developed a fiery spirit that will fit perfectly with the new stadium. Cheer on this budding team as they make a playoff push this fall.

Gophers

Follow the University of Minnesota Gophers as they tackle major sports in men’s and women’s divisions within the Big Ten Conference. Fan-favorite sports venues include TCF Bank Stadium, home of Gopher Football, followed by Williams Arena (a.k.a. The Barn) for Gopher Men’s and Women’s Basketball; Ridder Arena for Gopher Women’s Hockey and Mariucci Arena for Gopher Men’s Hockey.

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One of the best ways to enjoy the last bit of summer is with summer’s ultimate game – baseball, and the Minnesota Twins provide an optimal experience at Target Field, just a stone’s throw from Target Center in Minneapolis. This impressive ballpark incorporates thoughtful Minnesota touches throughout, such as Minnesota-mined granite and limestone on the exterior, and bronze statues of iconic former Twins players like Harmon Killebrew and Tony Oliva – must-sees for any baseball fanatic.

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As the weather changes, it’s natural to crave activities that leave you warm and cozy. Hygge is a Norwegian and Danish term used to describe a mood of coziness, along with feelings of wellness and contentment. From snow sports and spas to latte art and brewery yoga, our Minneapolis Northwest team went in search of all things warm and comfy to get you in the hygge spirit!

Lattes and Lazy Days

Nothing says cozy like curling up and enjoying a latte at Daily Dose Café and Espresso in Maple Grove or Brooklyn Park. Choose from unique seasonal flavors like the Peanut Butter Cookie Latte, Honey Lavender Latte or Pumpkin Spice Latte. All lattes pair well with its selection of muffins, scones and biscotti.

For a cup of joe and a side of dough, you’ve got plenty of options! Pick up some coffee and authentic French croissants in nearly every flavor you can imagine at Mi-Sant Banh Mi or choose from an endless list of treats at Patrick’s Bakery & Café, from Traditional French Meringue cookies and Apple Cinnamon Danishes to Fruit Tarts and Tiramisu. For a truly Hygge-style treat, visit the Swedish Crown Bakery and choose from many Scandinavian treats from sweet cardamom bread to delicate cakes and cookies, turnovers, danishes and much more. While you’re indulging, you could also grab an “as big as your head” Texas Donut at Han’s Bakery, a local favorite since 1973!

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Also, pick up gourmet baking mixes and cozy soup mixes, among other Minnesotamade gifts and unique home accessories.

Combine Minnesota nice with the latest trends in home decor and kitchen gadgets and you’ve got Goodthings. The locally owned store is known for its quirky and one-of-a-kind gifts with a certain Midwestern flair. You can pick up a humorous gift for that goofy friend, get a practical kitchen gadget for the more serious friend, and pick up some warm home décor while you’re at it – all in one place!

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Sometimes finding total relaxation means breaking a sweat. Transform your body and your mind as you get lost in the music at one of the high-energy classes at Pure Barre, a full-body workout that combines targeted ballet movements and pilates toning exercises to sculpt your body. Or, combine two of the ultimate staples in relaxation — yoga and beer!

Find inner calm during weekly Yoga in the Taproom classes at OMNI Brewing Co. or gather your strength with a weekly Bend & Brew yoga class at Wicked Wort Brewing Co. Take a visit to Brooklyn Park’s first brewery, Blue Wolf Brewing Company, and sweat it out in one of its high intensity interval training workouts or yoga.

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Norwegian Events

Put your skiing skills to the test at the Minnesota Nordic Ski Opener at Elm Creek Park Reserve. Still a newbie? This event is open to skiers of all abilities and ages with free rental equipment and free mini ski lessons. Join the Ski Tour and check out all the great routes throughout the park and stop by the Nordic Ski Expo to find the right skis, join a club or plan a trip to a ski resort.

Continue your Norwegian escapade at A Norwegian Christmas on the farm at Eidem Homestead. Celebrate the holiday season with old-fashioned festivities, Norwegian traditions and a visit with St. Nick. Bring the whole family and hop on for a hayride, cook in the turn-of-the-20th-century kitchen, listen to storytelling and caroling, and make crafts you can take home.

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Best Western Plus Brooklyn Center Best Western Plus Minneapolis Northwest is known for its quiet and comfortable rooms. Recently remodeled with upgraded amenities to meet the high standards of today’s traveler, Best Western Plus is conveniently located for your next visit to the Twin Cities, whether it is for business or pleasure.

Relax in the indoor swimming pool, whirlpool tub and sauna. Remain connected with free, hotel-wide, highspeed wireless Internet.

2050 Freeway Boulevard, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 763.566.7500 | 800.634.3444

Country Inn & Suites® by Radisson Brooklyn Center Recently renovated! The Country Inn & Suites® by Radisson, Brooklyn Center, completed multimillion dollar updates to the lobby, breakfast area and guest rooms in June 2018. Located ten miles north of downtown Minneapolis, the 84room hotel offers friendly service and features complimentary hot breakfast, an indoor pool, on-site parking, a fitness center, complimentary wireless Internet access and guest laundry facilities.

2550 Freeway Boulevard, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 763.561.0900 | 800.456.4000 MinneapolisNorthwest.com

> B R O O K LY N C E N T E R Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis North Brooklyn Center

6300 Earle Brown Drive Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 763.560.2700 | 800.362.2779

Relax at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis North, directly attached to the historic Earle Brown Heritage Conference Center. This hotel in Brooklyn Center provides convenient access to both Minneapolis and St. Paul and is situated just 17 miles from the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.

Unwind in a spacious two-room suite with a separate living area and enjoy more choice and control with a range of comforting conveniences, including two TVs, a microwave and Wi-Fi. Start your day right with a free cooked-to-order breakfast and enjoy snacks and drinks at the complimentary Evening Reception* in the hotel lobby. Plunge into the pool, refresh in the whirlpool or re-energize any time of the day in the modern 24hour fitness center. *Service of alcohol subject to state and local laws. Must be of legal drinking age.

Extended Stay America Brooklyn Center Extended Stay America - Brooklyn Center is designed for business travelers and value-conscious consumers; perfect for relocation, long-term assignments, temporary housing and leisure travel. Just minutes to downtown Minneapolis, guests will enjoy full kitchens, wireless Internet, ample workspace and onsite laundry all at a great price.

2701 Freeway Boulevard, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 763.549.5571 | 800.398.7829 MinneapolisNorthwest.com

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Motel 6 Brooklyn Center Motel 6 located in Brooklyn Center is an economical choice in the heart of Minneapolis Northwest. Conveniently located just ten minutes from downtown Minneapolis, business travelers, sports teams and leisure travelers can enjoy comfortable guest accommodations and the many amenities that our hotel offers.

2741 Freeway Boulevard, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 763.560.9789 | 800.466.8356

Norwood Inn & Suites Brooklyn Center The Norwood Inn & Suites Brooklyn Center surrounds travelers with the conveniences that make business and pleasure travel easy. It is located just across I-94/694 from the Earle Brown Heritage Center and ten minutes to downtown Minneapolis, Target Field and more. Norwood Inn & Suites features 24-hour front desk service and a business center. Each guest room offers a microwave and refrigerator upon request.

6415 James Circle North, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 763.561.8400 | 800.329.7466 MinneapolisNorthwest.com

> B R O O K LY N C E N T E R Quality Inn Brooklyn Center

Quality Inn hotel offers guests comfortable accommodations that cater to families, teams, business travelers, and meeting and convention attendees. Located ten minutes from downtown Minneapolis, this hotel is just north of the historic Earle Brown Heritage Center, one of the Midwest’s premier conference and event centers.

Enjoy the friendly staff at the hotel and awake each morning to a free deluxe continental breakfast buffet.

1600 James Circle North, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 763.560.7464 | 877.424.6423

Radisson Hotel Brooklyn Center Brooklyn Center Host a business meeting, conference, wedding or social event at Radisson Hotel Brooklyn Center with extensive meeting and banquet facilities that can accommodate up to 300 guests.

Unwind in a stylish guest room or suite, enjoy modern amenities and take advantage of free bike rentals to access the surrounding trails. You will also receive a free craft beer at check-in!

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Super 8 Brooklyn Center Super 8 offers guests easy access to major freeways and attractions and is only ten minutes to downtown Minneapolis. The property features two fantasy suites and interior corridors. Enjoy one of the many restaurants to choose from nearby. The oversized parking lot offers plenty of room for RV and truck parking. Free high-speed Internet is included, and after a good night’s rest, enjoy a delicious complimentary continental breakfast.

6445 James Circle North, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 763.447.4388 | 800.800.8000

Hampton Inn Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Park At Hampton Inn Brooklyn Park, you will experience modern amenities and convenient access to the area’s best restaurants, shopping and attractions.

Take in all nature has to offer while being just minutes from downtown Minneapolis, MSP Airport and Mall of America. Enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast, the fitness center, indoor pool and convenient meeting space.

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> BROOKLYN CENTER / BROOKLYN PARK Home2 Suites Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Park Unwind in a spacious suite at Home2 Suites Brooklyn Park, featuring free Wi-Fi and in-suite kitchen with fullsize appliances. You’ll feel at home in a comfortable bed or spreading out on the sofa to enjoy a movie on the 42-inch HDTV. One- and two-room suites provide extra space when traveling with family or friends.

9490 West Broadway Avenue, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 763.567.5810

La Quinta Inn & Suites Minneapolis Northwest Brooklyn Park Stay connected at the newly remodeled and renovated La Quinta Inn & Suites Minneapolis Northwest with free highspeed Internet access in all rooms, a convenient business center and more.

La Quinta is located ten minutes from downtown Minneapolis and less than five minutes from The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes. The hotel offers unparalleled value and amenities to guests. Enjoy a complimentary hot continental breakfast each morning of your stay, as well as a large pool and spa.

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Minneapolis Marriott Northwest Brooklyn Park Minneapolis Marriott Northwest is the Midwest’s premier all-suite hotel and full-service meeting and event venue.

This modern 230-suite hotel is minutes from downtown Minneapolis, numerous sports arenas, cultural attractions and shopping destinations, including the Mall of America®. You’ll feel right at home in the spacious suites, where private bedrooms and comfortable furnishings set the stage for a memorable stay in the Twin Cities area.

7025 Northland Drive North, Brooklyn Park, MN 55428 763.536.8300 | 877.303.1681

Asteria Inn & Suites Maple Grove Asteria Inn & Suites strives to provide a great value for its guests. Offering clean, comfortable rooms at affordable rates, it maintains an “Always a friend, always a smile” attitude. Enjoy amenities such as free continental breakfast, coffee and tea 24 hours, cable or satellite TV with premium channels, in-room movies and in-room safes.

7285 Forestview Lane North, Maple Grove, MN 55369 763.493.2277 | 800.641.1000 MinneapolisNorthwest.com

> BROOKLYN PARK / MAPLE GROVE Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Maple Grove Maple Grove Cambria Hotel is ideally located near the Arbor Lakes Shopping and Dining District and adjacent to the new North Memorial Medical Center. It offers a stylish, contemporary atmosphere with furnishings and amenities that feel like home. Enjoy the best combination of cozy accommodations, friendly service and wonderful amenities at Cambria Hotel.

9655 Grove Circle North, Maple Grove, MN 55369 763.494.5556 | 877.424.6423

Courtyard by Marriott Arbor Lakes— Maple Grove Maple Grove Courtyard by Marriott Maple Grove has a long-standing reputation of Marriott excellence and comfort. The Courtyard Marriott’s full-service restaurant and bar provides an intimate setting surrounded by outstanding customer service. The Courtyard Marriott has the area’s only outside whirlpool with a heated deck, making it comfortable even in the cold of Minnesota.

11871 Fountains Way North, Maple Grove, MN 55369 763.425.5355 | 888.236.2427 MinneapolisNorthwest.com

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Extended Stay America Maple Grove Extended Stay America – Maple Grove is designed for business travelers and value-conscious consumers; perfect for relocation, long-term assignments, temporary housing and leisure travel.

Just minutes to downtown Minneapolis, guests will enjoy full kitchens, wireless Internet, ample workspace and onsite laundry, all at a great price.

12970 63rd Avenue North, Maple Grove, MN 55369 763.694.9747 | 800.398.7829

Hampton Inn Maple Grove Feel the “Hamptonality” immediately as you walk into Hampton Inn Maple Grove. Offering free daily breakfast with every room, Hampton Inn guests often remark how well the staff cares for them. They understand your need to be successful and desire to get out at night, thus offering a daily evening shuttle along with the other Arbor Lakes hotels.

The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes is also within walking distance of the hotel.

7745 Elm Creek Boulevard North, Maple Grove, MN 55369 763.494.4498 | 888.432.4498 MinneapolisNorthwest.com

> MAPLE GROVE Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis/ Maple Grove Maple Grove The Hilton Garden Inn delivers an exceptional experience to its guests every night. Stay connected throughout your visit to Minneapolis with complimentary Wi-Fi in all guest rooms and public areas. Relax with your favorite beverage in the Pavilion Lounge and indulge in hearty cuisine at The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant.

6350 Vinewood Lane North, Maple Grove, MN 55311 763.509.9500 | 877.782.9444

Holiday Inn & Suites Maple Grove Catering to the business professional during the week with onsite meeting spaces and competitive pricing, Holiday Inn & Suites is a well-reputed business hotel. The weekends, starting on Friday night, provide a fun environment for families to enjoy the area’s largest indoor waterpark and arcade in a Venetian theme. Let the award-winning staff care for your every need.

11801 Fountains Way North, Maple Grove, MN 55369 763.425.3800 | 866.391.6253 MinneapolisNorthwest.com

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Staybridge Suites Maple Grove As Minneapolis Northwest’s upscale extended stay property, Staybridge Suites completed a full renovation of rooms and public spaces. Offering free daily breakfast and an evening reception on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights, Staybridge Suites is your home away from home.

Staybridge Suites guests can stay one night or up to months at a time and use our indoor pool/whirlpool as well our free guest laundry.

7821 Elm Creek Boulevard, Maple Grove, MN 55369 763.494.8856 | 800.238.8000

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Be sure to check out these NEW properties when you visit Minneapolis Northwest and the Twin Cities Metro area.

— Residence Inn by Marriott | Maple Grove, 2019 — Springfield Suites by Marriott | Maple Grove, 2019 — Fairfield Inn & Suites | Brooklyn Center, 2020 MINNEAPOLISNORTHWEST.COM/HOTELS

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At Choice Hotels, we understand what matters most to you comfortable beds, refreshing showers, hot breakfast, friendly service, and overall great value for your money.

- FREE Parking - FREE Wireless High-Speed Internet Access - FREE Hot Breakfast - FREE Daily Newspaper - Business Center - Fitness Center - Guest Laundry

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1600 James Circle North, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 | (763) 560 - 7464

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Surrounded by more than 500 acres of parks and scenic walking paths, our Brooklyn Center, Minneapolis hotel is the perfect peaceful retreat just minutes from the vibrant area of downtown Minneapolis. With 10,000 square feet of meeting space, our onsite restaurant and bar, fitness center, pool and more, our hotel offers what you need for your next meeting, event or vacation.

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