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“Summer afternoon—summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language.” 
– Henry James –
Summer is here, and many of us are sticking much closer to home this year than ever before. But that doesn’t mean your summer fun is canceled! From water slides to stargazing to backyard camping, there are lots of ways to have a blast hanging with your family in the sun.

Ways to enjoy the summer when keeping close to home
Coming to the farmers' market makes shopping a pleasure rather than a chore. From savoring produce at the peak of freshness to meeting the people who grow your food, there are countless reasons to support farmers' markets.
 

Check this Twin Cities Farmers’ Market Guide to visit this summer
 
Minnesota is bursting with beautiful national parks, hiking trails, sandy beaches, majestic waterfalls, and much more! Kick-start your summer bucket list with one of these spontaneous day trips near Minneapolis.

15 Best Day Trips from Minneapolis
It’s officially barbecue season in Minnesota! You may still be social distancing, but luckily barbecued meats and sides hold up particularly well in transit, so take a trip around town and taste test the best barbecue Minnesota has to offer.
 
Barbecue Takeout Around the Twin Cities
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month! 
While the in-person and virtual festivities have been canceled this year, you can still support their web marketplace and The Twin Cities Pride organization.
 
Let’s Celebrate Twin Cities Pride
A Little Something Extra 
Book Club
There's just nothing like this season's hottest summer books to make any day feel like a relaxing escape.

The 25 Best Beach Reads
Spotify Playlist 
We've got your soundtrack covered, with this "best summer hits for 2020" playlist!


Summer Soundtrack
Congratulations 
The winners from last week's DAD TRIVIA
Kayle Schiele - Field Nation & Jenn Chuchvara - OFT Law
Green + The Grain is now OPEN!
 
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Monday – Friday
10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.

Skip the line—contactless ordering + payment now available through their website and app.
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