I love living here, I love living here…
As I glance out the window at the snow, after the winter we’ve had, it’s good to remind myself of all the wonderful reasons why I CHOOSE to live in the wonderful state of Minnesota.
- There is no need to hibernate all winter with great events like the Winter Carnival, Luminary Loppet, Art Shanty Projects, Crashed Ice, Pond Hockey
- The incredible art scene including Northern Spark, art festivals galore, Art Car & Art Bike Parade, Open Field, Artcrank
- Minnesotans’ ability to have fun with incredible amounts of snow and ice and even more ice
- Minnesotans’ desire to share amazing experiences, for free, including Tipsy Bike rides, Sailboat Rides on Lake Calhoun, summertime movies & concerts in the park
- Our amazing bike trail system
- Cross-country skiing on the lakes
- We have at least two bars to choose from with skee ball! (Pat’s Tap & William’s Pub)
- Minnesotans’ appreciation of access to culture including free admission to The Minneapolis Institute of Arts, The Weisman Art Museum, & The Walker Art Center, shows at Mixed Blood Theatre
- The Incredible Restaurant Scene in the Twin Cities (including budget finds)
- Can you even begin to count the number of free summer block parties?
- Free workouts every week offered at various stores so you don’t have to spend money on the gym
- You can park downtown in Minneapolis on nights and weekends for just $5, which is practically free as compared to many other large cities
- Finally, this day. It is coming and you know it will be amazing