For some people there is no better way to celebrate the holidays than to spend time with friends and loved ones around the dinner table. Although cooking and dining at home are popular this time of year, some celebrants may not have the time or the inclination to host the holidays at home....
For millions of people, the most magical time of the year begins in December and lasts into March. Though December is often characterized as the holiday season, it also marks the start of winter. WinterFest is a celebration of this festive time, and there are events to enjoy across North America....
The great outdoors beckons millions of people each spring, summer and fall, but far fewer individuals spend as much time outside in winter. However, spending time outdoors can help to improve mood just as much when the mercury drops as it can when temperatures are warm. The United Kingdom-based...
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Growing table grapes in a diversified farm setting
Aaron Wills is the founder and operator of Little Hill Berry Farm, an organic diverse farm offering fruit crops like blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and is now dipping into growing...
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High tunnels have become increasingly important for Minnesota specialty crop growers for season extension and to provide protection from unpredictable climate conditions. However, there is no single “standard” high tunnel. We've developed...
Buffalo’s annual Deck the Halls celebration, organized by the Buffalo Chamber of Commerce, was held on Saturday, December 2. Carolers including elves, snowmen, and Mrs. Claus sang classic holiday songs. Many costumed characters, like Rudolph, also spread Christmas cheer at the event. See this week’...
Approximately 630 people attended the annual Caroling at the Bridge event on Friday, December 1, at the Historic Hanover Bridge. Area church and school choirs performed classic Christmas carols, along with llamas dressed in festive holiday attire, and authentic one-horse open sleigh rides. See more...
The Buffalo Community Orchestra will perform their annual holiday concert on Sunday, December 10. This popular musical event will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at Buffalo High School and will feature the wRight Ringers Community Handbell Ensemble led by Jill Starr and Sherilyn...
The Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern (CPKC) Holiday Train will be stopping in Loretto on Wednesday, December 13, at Hennepin County Road 19 railway crossing at 4:15 p.m. The event will go from 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The train will then stop in Buffalo, at the 5th Street NE railway crossing...
Experience the meaning of Christmas come to life at the annual Living Nativity at Buffalo Covenant Church on Saturday, Dec. 16, and Sunday, Dec. 17, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The event is inside and outside this year with the same cast, characters, and animals.
The Living Nativity is an interactive,...