Twin Cities Gateway

04/24/2025

🥞🤯 Holy Pancakes! Ever seen a breakfast this EPIC? Riches Family Restaurant in Mounds View isn't kidding around when it comes to their pancakes!

Just LOOK at the size of this beauty! 😍 Whether you're fueling up for a big day or just really, really love pancakes, RJ Riches is a must-visit breakfast spot in the Twin Cities Gateway.

Bring your appetite (and maybe a friend to help you finish 😉). Who are you sharing this with? Tag them below! 👇

04/23/2025

📚 Happy World Book Day! 📚

Let's celebrate the magic of reading and the fantastic local bookstores that bring stories to our communities right here in the Twin Cities Gateway! Whether you're searching for your next adventure, a cozy mystery, or a gift for a fellow bookworm, consider visiting one of these wonderful spots!

Stop by, browse the shelves, and maybe find your next favorite book. Supporting local businesses helps keep our communities vibrant! ❤️

What book are you diving into right now, or what's your favorite bookstore in the area? Share in the comments below 👇

https://www.tcgateway.com/celebrate-world-book-day-in-the-twin-cities-gateway-your-guide-to-local-bookstores/

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Avant Garden Bookstore
St. George Catholic Books and Gifts
Rabata Cultural Center
Half Price Books

Happy World Book Day! Every year on April 23rd, book lovers around the globe celebrate the joy of reading, authors, and the wonderful places that connect

04/21/2025

🌎🌳Happy Earth Day from the Twin Cities Gateway! 🌳🌎

This Earth Day, we're celebrating the incredible natural beauty right here in our backyard. From the winding Mississippi River trails to the serene paths in the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park Reserve and countless local parks, there are so many ways to connect with nature.

Get outside today and explore the green spaces that make our communities special! Let's cherish and protect these treasures for generations to come.

04/17/2025

Planning your 4th of July fun? 🇺🇸 Add the City of C**n Rapids, MN Firecracker Run/Walk to your list! It's a fantastic way to kick off the holiday celebrations in our Twin Cities Gateway community. 🎆

Here's what you need to know from the City of C**n Rapids:
🏃‍♂️ Firecracker 5K Run/Walk: Friday, July 4th @ 8 AM
🏃‍♀️ FREE Kids Sparkler Dash: Friday, July 4th @ 9:15 AM
💲 Don't Miss Out! Register by May 1st to lock in the early bird discount.

Ready to join the fun? Sign up here:
➡️ https://www.runcr.org/register.html

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It's time to start thinking about the annual 4th of July Celebration!

Registration is underway for the Firecracker 5K Run/Walk, which takes place on Friday, July 4 at 8 a.m. There's also a FREE Kids Sparkler Dash at 9:15 a.m.

Get the best deal by registering BEFORE May 1.

https://www.runcr.org/register.html

04/16/2025

🐰Make plans for Easter weekend fun in the Twin Cities Gateway! Good news for families looking for entertainment: Bowlero will be open! Perfect for getting out and enjoying time together. Find their hours and details in the post we've shared below. Have a great holiday weekend exploring the Gateway! 🎳

Get egg-cited, we're open early all weekend long for lots of Easter fun on the lanes 🐣

Skip the lines and spend more time bowling this holiday weekend when you reserve your lane in advance!

Visit bowlero.com/lane-reservations to book now 🌷

04/14/2025

🤩The Twin Cities Gateway is YOUR DESTINATION for all things FUN this spring!

The Twin Cities Gateway is your Spring destination for family fun!

04/02/2025

🎉 Get Ready to Spring into Shopping! 🌸 Perfectly Unique Craft & Gift Mobile Markets is bringing its 6th Annual Spring A Thon Craft & Gift Expo to Adrenaline Sports Center (8310 147 Lane NW, Ramsey) on Saturday, April 12th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.!

Discover one-of-a-kind treasures from over 100+ exhibitor booths! Admission and parking are FREE! 🙌

Mark your calendars and bring your friends for a fun day of supporting local artisans and finding that perfect something special. ✨

Learn more about this awesome event (shared via the City's Community Event Promotion program!): www.cityoframsey.com/330

Perfectly Unique Craft & Gift Mobile Markets is holding its 6th Annual Spring A Thon Craft & Gift Expo on Saturday, April 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Adrenaline Sports Center, 8310 147 Lane NW in Ramsey. Admission to the 100+ exhibitor booths and parking is free.

NOTE: This event was shared as part of the City's Community Event Promotion program, which helps community organizations market their events. To learn more, visit www.cityoframsey.com/330.

03/26/2025

Are you looking for a fun way to spend the afternoon? 🌞 Look no further than Armstrong Delaney Central Park 🤸‍♀️ in the City of Ramsey, MN! This park offers year-round recreation opportunities. During the summer, pickleball, tennis, and basketball courts, a batting cage, and baseball, soccer, and softball fields are available for leisure. Come fall, football is in full swing, and there are two field goalposts to practice your kicking. Located at 7925 161st Avenue NW, Ramsey 🎾🏀🏈⚾️⚽️🥎

03/20/2025

March Madness is ON! 🏀 Get your game day grub and screen fix in the Twin Cities Gateway. Where are you watching the action?

March Madness is here, and there’s no better way to experience the thrill of basketball than surrounded by great food and plenty of screens. Whether

03/17/2025

🍀Looking for a fun way to celebrate the Irish in you today? Head on over to MaGillycuddy's in Anoka for corn beef, karaoke and of course Guinness! 🍺🇨🇮🍀

Don’t trust Google we will be open on St. Patrick’s Day🍀
We open at 11am!
We will have Corned Beef and Cabbage $11
Keep the Guinness from 11-4pm (while supplies last)
Karaoke 7-11pm

03/13/2025

Oh yum!!😋

We're kicking off St Patty's Day celebrations early at Jellybean and Julia's BBQ. Starting RIGHT NOW we're putting the baddest Reuben on the planet on special!
We start off with Diamond City Bread marble rye slathered with our burger sauce (1000 island) Swiss cheese , thick slabs of tender smoked pastrami brisket, here's the JJs twist...we don't use sauerkraut, we make a jalapeno pickled cabbage. We start with shredded cabbage and the pickle solution has roasted jalapeno, garlic and mustard seed.We brown it slightly to warm it up before we put it on the sandwich.Don't be scared its not spicy! Come and get it before it sells out and have your mind blown!

The Serfs will be blasting some great Irish music tomorrow night at 7pm!!!
Shrimp Poboy available starting tomorrow until sold out. Fish n Chips will be available next Friday March 21st

03/09/2025

Step into a world of sugary delights at Han's Bakery in Anoka! 🍩 From their classic glazed donuts to their flaky pastries and custom cakes, there's something for everyone. Freshly baked goodness that will make your day! Stop by and treat yourself.

The donuts at this bakery are so huge, they could feed your family! https://familydestinationsguide.com/bakery-huge-donuts-minnesota/?utm_source=minnesota_family_destinations&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=dl

03/07/2025

Do you have plans for St. Patrick's Day weekend? Now you do! Hop on the bus and enjoy a full day of shenanigans! 🍀

We hope you'll be joining us for our St. Patrick’s Party & Bus Crawl on March 15th!
We'll be partying that day with food truck Eggroll Queen (12-7pm) and live music with Say It Ain't Faux (6:30-9:30pm).

Plus: Tickets are still available for the St. Patrick’s Party Bus with our friends from Heavy Rotation, Elm Creek and 10K Brewing! $45 gets you transportation, a beer at each location and a very good time!

Grab your tickets here: https://loom.ly/-weMsZ8

03/05/2025

Wednesday cravings hitting hard? 🤤 Satisfy your taste buds with the incredible flavors of these local gems! From cozy cafes to delicious dining experiences, the Twin Cities Gateway has it all. What's your go-to local meal? Let us know!

If you're visiting or live in the Twin Cities Gateway area, you're in for a treat! This vibrant region boasts a diverse culinary scene that caters to