has educational programs, ice skating, athletics for adults and youth, open gym, and several other programs including one called S'more Fun which is a recreational childcare program for children within the ages of K-5th grade.

has been teaching joyful creativity through art to children for over thirty years. She believes in interactive learning, and she uses clay, chalk, and other tactile tools to help her youngest students learn art concepts.

is an Afghani restaurant that features food that is influenced by several different cuisines, including Greek, Indian, Chinese, and others. It is flavorful and intense, but not hot as the spices are given on the side so customers can add to their hearts' content. They believe in using organic ingredients and cooking as healthily as […]

has something to satisfy every Gaelic need you might have. They have claddagh rings and Celtic crosses galore (plus other jewelry, too) as well as clothing, CDs, family crests, body care, and much more. If you want something from the Emerald Isle, this is the store for you.

is a cheerful, eclectic gift shop owned and staffed by artists. They offer cards and gifts made by local artists, and their atmosphere is one of general bonhomie. They have paintings, jewelry, bath products, and Minnesota-themed products. The atmosphere is relaxed and the staff is friendly and helpful. You can find the perfect gift for […]

sells, you guessed it, cheese. It's right there in the name! They also sell sandwiches, some of which they call Melts, different assortment of trays (including cheese trays, of course), and bread and crackers. They also deliver, so you can have your cheese brought to your house for you.

is known as one of the finest gift shops in Minnesota and off-beat, too. It is a family-owned store, and they offer a wide variety of products, including cards, furniture, pillows, and picture frames--to name just a few. They take orders over the phone, and they are happy to gift-wrap.

specializes in making and restoring fine stringed instruments. Violins, of course, but also violas and cellos. If you are looking for the stringed instrument of your dreams, this is the place to go.

is a premier shop that only sells hand-dipped truffles that are wax-free and preservative-free. Each one is a luxuriant indulgence that takes chocolate to the next level. When world-renowned tenor, Luciano Pavarotti, was alive, he loved their truffles, and they named one after him--Tenor Temptation. They have several other famous admirers, and it's easy to […]

prides itself on using fresh local and imported products in preparing their Middle Eastern dishes. They have many vegetarian options as well as a wide variety of kebabs. Start your day off right with a Turkish coffee and a Mediterranean wrap.

is a family-owned Thai restaurant that offers bold flavors that will excite your palate. They have friendly service and tasty dishes, ranging from deep-fried vegetarian egg rolls to the titular pad thai to a vast array of curries. They can make the dishes mild and they can make them spicy, but they're always fresh and […]

offers authentic Vietnamese fare in a casual and comfortable atmosphere. They use only the freshest ingredients, and they are passionate about Vietnamese food. They are the neighborhood restaurant to go to when you have a pho craving that is just itching to be satisfied. They have several Chinese dishes if you're more in the mood […]