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St. Paul: Como

Tagged: City of St. Paul, Como Regional Park, Como Zoo, Orchard Park, Parks and Recreation, Ramsey County, Saint Paul, Saint Paul Neighborhoods, Stinson Park, Tilden Park,

Not to be confused with the Como neighborhood in Minneapolis, the Como neighborhood in St. Paul is an attractive and peaceful residential neighborhood with a population of almost 12,000 residents. The neighborhood encompasses Como Park, and contains many features such as Lake Como, the Como Zoo, and the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. The State Fairgrounds are… Read more »

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University: Como

Tagged: Black Coffee and Waffle Bar, ChinDian Cafe, City of Minneapolis:, green village, Hennepin County, Minneapolis, University Community, Van Cleave Park,

Como, which is also commonly referred to as Southeast Como, is named after Como Avenue, which travels along the neighborhood. Como Avenue took its name from Lake Como in northern Italy, a prevalent tourist objective. Como neighborhood is in the University community, just north of the Dinkytown area and the east bank campus of the… Read more »

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University: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Chute Square, City of Minneapolis:, Currie Park, Father Hennepin Bluff Park, Hennepin County, Historic Main Street Park, Holmes Park, Luxton Park, Minneapolis, Murphy Square, Nicollet Island Park, Tower Hill Park, University Community, Van Cleave Park,

The University community is a collection of 6 distinct neighborhoods. Each neighborhood has its own parks and recreation offerings for residents and visitors alike. Whether it be small, neighborhood playgrounds or large, community parklands, the parks within the University community range in amenities and location. The following article will provide an overview of the parks… Read more »

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City of Minneapolis: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Biking, Lakes, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Parks and Recreation, sports,

The city of Minneapolis, Minnesota contains 11 unique communities, each with their own distinct neighborhoods. Among all of these separate areas are countless parks and recreation opportunities. Ranging in size from massive, regional parks to small, neighborhood treasures, residents of Minneapolis have plenty of options when it comes to life in the outdoors. The following… Read more »

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City of St. Paul: Parks & Trails

Tagged: City of St. Paul, Saint Paul,

The city of St. Paul, Minnesota is home to a wide array of parks. Ranging from massive, regional parks, to tiny, neighborhood offerings, residents and visitors alike have plenty of options to explore. With amenities available for those seeking both active and passive forms of outdoor recreation, there are seemingly endless opportunities to have fun… Read more »

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City of St. Paul: Community Life

Tagged: City of St. Paul,

The city of St. Paul, Minnesota is a vast, dynamic city. With 17 unique neighborhoods, each of which containing their own distinct communities and amenities, there are plenty of different lifestyles to choose from. The following article provides a brief overview of each individual neighborhood and the lifestyle found within. Not to be confused with… Read more »

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Nokomis: Community Life

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The Nokomis community is known for its primarily residential nature and is home to nearly 38,000 residents. While there are several local businesses and commercial developments that can be found among the community’s 11 unique neighborhoods, the majority of land space is reserved for housing and park land. While this article does not provide a… Read more »

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Southwest: Linden Hills

Tagged: Beard's Plaisance, City of Minneapolis:, Farmer's Market, Great Harvest Bread Company, Hennepin County, Lake Harriet, Lake Harriet Park, Linden Hills Park, Minneapolis, movies in the park, Sebastian Joe’s, Southwest Community, Wild Rumpus Bookstore, William Berry Park,

Linden Hills is located in the Southwest community of Minneapolis. It’s bordered on the north by 36th Street West and Lake Calhoun, on the east by William Berry Drive and Lake Harriet, on the south by 47th Street West, and on the west by France Avenue. Linden Hills is one of the most unique neighborhoods… Read more »

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Powderhorn: Standish

Tagged: City of Minneapolis:, Hennepin County, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Metro Transit lightrail, Miles Standish, Minneapolis, Powderhorn Community, Sibley Park,

Standish is located within the Powderhorn community in Minneapolis. This neighborhood was named after an area elementary school, which had been called Miles Standish after a work by the poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. It was considered the outskirts of the city until immigrants, mainly Swedish and Norwegian, started developing housing here in the early 1900’s…. Read more »

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Northeast: Beltrami

Tagged: beltrami Park, City of Minneapolis:, Eli's East Food and Cocktails, Friends of the 261, Giacomo Constantino Beltrami, Hennepin County, Legends bar and Grill, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Northeast Community,

The Beltrami neighborhood is in the Northeast community of Minneapolis. Broadway Street NE borders it on the north, Interstate 35W on the east, Hennepin Avenue East on the south, and on Central Avenue NE and Harrison Street NE on the west. Both the Beltrami neighborhood and the local park are named after Giacomo Constantino Beltrami,… Read more »

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Nokomis: Ericsson

Tagged: Cafe Racer, City of Minneapolis:, Grand Ole Creamery, Hennepin County, Hiawatha Golf Club, John Ericsson, Lake Hiawatha Park, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Nokomis,

The Ericsson neighborhood in southeast Minneapolis is located within the Nokomis community. It derives its name from John Ericsson, who was a Swedish engineer and inventor. The Ericsson neighborhood is a mainly residential neighborhood, with its western half littered by recreational areas. Lake Hiawatha Park and Lake Hiawatha Golf Course are two of the most noteworthy… Read more »

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University: A Brief Overview

Tagged: City of Minneapolis:, Community overview, Hennepin County, Minneapolis, University Community, University of Minnesota,

The University community, located in the central-eastern section of Minneapolis, is home to nearly 40,000 residents. A collection of 6 neighborhoods, University is known for its scenic location near the downtown area and several major area schools. The 6 neighborhoods found within the community are Cedar-Riverside, Como, Marcy-Holmes, Nicollet Island/East Bank, Prospect Park, and University…. Read more »

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University: Community Life

Tagged: City of Minneapolis:, Hennepin County, Minneapolis, University Community,

The University community is located in the central-eastern section of the city of Minneapolis. A collection of 6 distinct neighborhoods, University is known for its idyllic location near the downtown metro area and the University of Minnesota. While each of the neighborhoods found within the community are unique and offer varying amenities they all contribute… Read more »

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Southwest: Community Life

Tagged: City of Minneapolis:, Hennepin County, Minneapolis, Southwest Community,

The Southwest community is home to a unique and diverse lifestyle. Located in the southwest corner of the city of Minneapolis, the Southwest community is home to nearly 50,000 residents. Within the community are nine distinct neighborhoods, each of which contribute to the overall Southwest community. The following article will provide a brief overview of… Read more »

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Powderhorn: Community Life

Tagged: City of Minneapolis:, Hennepin County, Minneapolis, Powderhorn Community,

The Powderhorn community is located near the center of the city of Minneapolis and is home to 8 distinct neighborhoods. A diverse and eclectic area, Powderhorn is home to a vast number of businesses, museums, parks, restaurants, stores, and people groups. While not located in the downtown area of Minneapolis, the Powderhorn community is located… Read more »

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Northeast: Community Life

Tagged: City of Minneapolis:, Hennepin County, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Northeast Community,

The Northeast community, found in the northeastern corner of Minneapolis, is home to over 36,000 residents. A quieter community located away from the busier sections of the city, Northeast provides a peaceful and close-knit community for residents to enjoy. With lots of dining, shopping, entertainment, and recreational options available, residents are able to enjoy the… Read more »

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Nokimis: Community Life

Tagged: City of Minneapolis:, Hennepin County, Minneapolis, Nokomis,

The Nokomis community is known for its primarily residential nature and is home to nearly 38,000 residents. While there are several local businesses and commercial developments that can be found among the community’s 11 unique neighborhoods, the majority of land space is reserved for housing and park land. While this article does not provide a… Read more »

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City of Minneapolis: Community Life

Tagged: Calhoun-Isles, Camden, Central, Communities, community life, fun things to do, Lakes, Longfellow, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Near North, Neighborhoods, Nokomis, Northeast, Phillips, Powderhorn, Restaurants, Southwest, Things to do, University,

The city of Minneapolis is the largest city within the state of Minnesota. Home to over 400,000 residents, the lifestyle found within Minneapolis is largely dependent on the community in which you find yourself. With 11 distinct communities, each showcasing their own neighborhoods, lifestyle options and amenities are widely varied. The following article will outline… Read more »

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Northeast Edina: Morningside

Tagged: Calvin Christian School, Como-Harriet Streetcar, Golden Years Montessori School, Northeast Edina,

You can find the best of urban living in Morningside at 44th and France, which is a vibrant Edina neighborhood community located near Linden Hills in Minneapolis. It’s peaceful cafes, unique shops, and relaxing pubs are scattered throughout its limits. Morningside has always been a little different from the rest of Edina. There is still… Read more »

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All the Bays in Lake Minnetonka

Tagged: All Bays of Lake Minnetonka, Beaches on Lake Minnetonka, Black Lake, Brown's Bay, Carman's Bay, Carson's Bay, Cook's Bay, Crystal Bay, Deephaven, East Upper Lake, Echo Bay, Emerald Lake, Excelsior, Excelsior Bay, Forest Lake, Gideon's Bay, Gray's Bay, Greenwood, Halsted's Bay, Harrison's Bay, Hennepin County, Jenning's Bay, Lafayette Bay, Lake Minnetonka, Lake Minnetonka Bays, Lake Minnetonka Regional Park, Libb's Lake, Maxwell Bay, Minnesota Beaches, Minnetonka, Mound, North Arm Bay, North Lower Lake, Peavy Lake, Phelp's Bay, Plymouth, Priest's Bay, Robinson's Bay, Saint Alban's Bay, Saint Louis Bay, Seton Lake, Shorewood, Smith's Bay, Smithtown Bay, South Lower Lake, Spring Park, Spring Park Bay, Strubb's Bay, Tanager Lake, Tonka Bay, Victoria, Wayzata, Wayzata Bay, West Arm Bay, West Upper Lake, Woodland,

Lake Minnetonka is a massive lake that stretches across numerous communities. While it’s residents refer to it as a singular body of water, Lake Minnetonka is actually a collection of several smaller, kettle lakes that are adjoined to one another via straits and channels. It is this unique, sprawling layout that causes Lake Minnetonka to… Read more »

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