Portillo’s is bringing a little bit of Chicago to the northwest Twin Cities with the opening of its new location in Maple Grove, coming January 23.
Portillo’s, which started as a single hot dog stand in 1963, now has locations across the country, with buildings and themes as diverse as the people who eat there! (Read more about the history here.) The theme of the Maple Grove location is 1930’s Prohibition, and you can see it reflected in the art and memorabilia covering the walls inside. The menu includes a wide variety of hot sandwiches, as well as burgers, pasta, salads, and of course—hot dogs!
Get $10 off your first purchase with Walmart’s FREE grocery pickup!
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As a long-time resident of Minnesota, I’ve pretty much made my peace with winter. I don’t love it, but I can tolerate it. Since becoming a mom, however, I’ve discovered a whole new disdain for the cold and snowy months that revolves around… grocery shopping.
I’m not sure which is worse—pushing a cart full of groceries through the snow, or dragging kids and and out of stores when the temps are below zero. And when BOTH snow and sub-zero temps arrived on my typical grocery shopping day this week, I figured it was time to give Walmart’s free grocery pickup a try. 🙂 And let me tell you, ladies, I may never go back!
If you’re looking to try a cozy, indoor activity this winter, Saturday Cinema may be just the ticket!
Great River Regional Library in Monticello is hosting “Saturday Cinema,” a free movie series hosted at the library on select Saturdays this winter/spring. Bring your own pillow and blanket, and they’ll provide the popcorn! Movies begin at 10:15 am, and the full schedule can be found below. Call 763-295-2322 with any questions.
Registration opens this Thursday for the Winter-Spring session of Community Education. You should’ve received the brochure in your mailbox this week, but just in case, I’ve posted the electronic version below.
In the brochure you’ll find information about early childhood (ECFE) programs, youth sports, music lessons, art classes, and MUCH more for your kids… as well as a handful of classes, trips, and athletic opportunities for adults.
Click here to submit your event to the calendar!
Preschool Fair
Thursday, January 4 5:30–7:30pm | St. Michael City Center
Stop by to meet local preschools and find out about activities for preschool-aged kids and their parents.
More info: facebook.com/events/1938474666472727
Saturday Cinema: “The Tale of Despereaux”
Saturday, January 6 10:15am | Monticello Library
Bring a pillow and blanket, we’ll provide the popcorn!
More info: griver.org/events
Library Storytime: “Let it Snow”
Monday, January 8 Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
More info: griver.org/events
Motivating Hope
An inspiring free event designed to encourage students and families, support local schools, and strengthen the community. Featuring motivational speaker Reggie Dabbs.
Monday, January 8 7–8pm | Prairie View Elementary & Middle School
More info: facebook.com/events/1976453295960629