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 Lovely building with a storied past |
2925 Dean Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55416 United States +1 612 925 8323 http://www.calhounbeachclub.co... |
The history of the Calhoun Beach Club is as diverse as the things it has been used for. The nine-story structure, overlooking magnificent Lake Calhoun, was started in 1928. With only the exterior completed, the Depression caused completion to be delayed about 18 years. Following World War II, the club provided a lively social setting for its members. However, the club fell on financial hard times in the early 1950s and went into bankruptcy. In 1954, the building was converted into a hotel and marketed as the place to have proms, parties, luncheons, banquets and wedding receptions. This proved very successful and the upper floors of the hotel were converted into ritzy apartments only the very wealthy could afford. The second and third floors became home to WTCN TV and Radio studios. During the 1960s the hotel became a home for the elderly and was renamed Calhoun Beach Manor. In 1977, the building was rejuvenated as the stellar sports and social club it was meant to be. Returning to its original name, handball and squash courts were restored, a swimming pool was uncovered and tennis courts, steam rooms, saunas, sunrooms and a jogging track were installed. The lobby was refurbished in the art deco mode and the structure once again glittered. In the late 1980s, the club expanded its facilities to include an aerobics studio, volleyball and basketball courts and the latest in exercise gear. Although the athletic club is private, the facility's meeting and banquet rooms are available to the public. This lovely building is definitely worth a visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Everything you need |
1622 Lake St Minneapolis, MN 55408 United States +1 612 827 8231 |
You want to ride around the lakes on a warm Saturday afternoon but don't own a bike or the kids are too small to go a long trip. Head to Calhoun Bike Rental and get everything you need for an enjoyable family outing.Here the experienced or casual biker will find a fine line of well-maintained bikes, recumbent, child trailers and all the necessary accessories to make your journey a pleasant one. For those who enjoy riding together but can't seem to keep pace with each other Calhoun Bike Rental has just the tandem for you. You can even rent car racks.Hourly, daily and extended rates are available on all equipment. The rental season runs April-October. All rental bikes are available for purchase starting Labor Day. For new bikes and accessories visit their sister store, Calhoun Cycle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Clean, quiet lake |
Cedar Lake Ave and Cedar Lake Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55403 United States +1 612 661 4800 |
Minneapolis' picturesque chain of lakes begins with Cedar Lake. This clean, quiet lake is the least urbanized of the five and the only Minneapolis lake with the backyards of private homes gracing its shores. Cedar Lake has two public beaches on its west and south shores, as well as a small, yet popular, clothing-optional Hidden Beach to the northeast. This technically illegal beach area, not easily accessible or visible from the public beaches, has been drawing those who wish to commune with nature for decades. Not as busy or crowded as the other popular city lakes, Cedar Lake is a great place for a relaxing swim, quiet canoe ride or just enjoying the natural scenery. A shallow channel connects the southern corner of Cedar Lake to Lake of the Isles. Contact the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board for additional information about the city lakes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fantasy & Fun |
2400 3rd Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55404-3597 United States +1 612 874 0500 / +1 612 874 0400 (Tickets) http://www.childrenstheatre.org/ info@childrenstheatre.org |
A Minnesota institution since 1965, this supremely talented company of children and youthful adults produces imaginative and award-winning adaptations of classic children's works. What started as a tiny company has grown into the nation's largest professional children's troupe. Productions have included The Hobbit, Cinderella, Little Women and dozens more, as well as new plays commissioned for the company. The 750-seat auditorium has excellent sight lines. The season runs from September through June and features 7 to 9 productions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lake attracts young adults |
3000 Calhoun Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55408 United States +1 612 230 6400 http://www.minneapolisparks.or... |
Connected by a channel to the Lake of the Isles, Lake Calhoun is the largest of the five lakes comprising Minneapolis Chain of Lakes. The lake attracts a younger crowd to the sandy beaches for volleyball, sunbathing and picnics. Walkers, in-line skaters and bikers proliferate on the three miles of paved paths circling the lake. Windsurfers, canoeists, kayakers and sailors fill the lake during the warmer months while ice fishing houses dot its frozen waters during the winter. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Charming Open-Air Structure |
4135 W Lake Harriet Pkwy Minneapolis, MN 55409 United States |
Free summertime concerts at this location have been a grand old tradition since 1888. This charming open-air structure is the fifth facility built on the same site since transit magnate Thomas Lowry built the first pavilion. This classical single story building with eyebrow roof and corner turrets is reminiscent of the structural design that was prevalent in the neighborhood at the turn of the 20th century. The band shell hosts diverse music programs and events throughout the summer including jazz, rock, Broadway tunes and classical music concerts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Setting is delightful for sunbathing |
Franklin Ave and Logan Ave South Minneapolis, MN 55405 United States +1 612 661 4800 |
In 1880 Lake of the Isles was a stagnant marsh. Dredging of the swamp raised the property value surrounding the pond. Some of the city's largest and most elegant homes frame Lake of the Isles.This man-made lake is well stocked with pan fish, attracting anglers of all ages in the warm months as well as the cold. Swimming is not advised, but the setting is delightful for sunbathing, a picnic or reading a book under a large shade tree. In winter, park officials designate skating areas and erect a warming house. Walking, jogging or biking around its 2.7 miles of shoreline provides outstanding views of the downtown and the surrounding neighborhood. The serene atmosphere of Lake of the Isles makes it the lake of choice for canoeists.The southern portion of the lake is connected to the city's largest lake, Lake Calhoun, by a quiet channel. Contact the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board for additional information about the city lakes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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More than 85,000 Pieces on Display |
2400 Third Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55404 United States +1 612 870 3131 http://www.artsmia.org/ |
Affectionately known as the MIA, this museum is home to an exceptional gallery of Impressionist paintings and an exquisite Asian collection. The museum holds significant works by American and European artists including Picasso, Kandinsky, Matisse and Rodin, though it continues to keep pace with the 21st century: in 2006 it added a 113,000-square-foot expansion wing, designed by post-modernist architect Michael Graves, to the original 1915 marble building. Major touring shows hang each year in the MIA's large Dayton Hudson Gallery. Don't miss the period rooms, especially when they are decked out for Christmas. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chirp and tweet! |
4124 Lake Harriet Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55409 United States +1 612 230 6400 http://www.minneapolisparks.org/ MSchmidt@minneapolisparks.org |
Just a minute away from the Lyndale Park Gardens, this bird sanctuary is a sanctum sanctorum in spring for birds. Every feathery flight taken by these migratory songbirds ends at this quiet destination, and warblers are the main draw! The Minnesota Audubon Society offers free tours every Tuesday at 9a during April and May, and a guidebook providing detailed information about the sanctuary is available too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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