Friday will kick off a very hot weekend. It's time to find a movie theater where the air conditioning is on full blast.
At the meeting, residents were able to view the potential play structures and vote on the ones they wanted to see in their neighborhood.
Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.
If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.
It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.
Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.
Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!
A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?
You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?
With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.
Here are some simple things to consider now that your child is at college.
The Economic Policy Institute broke down how much it costs families to live in each county in America. See how Hennepin County fared.
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.
A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.
The son of slain Accent Signage owner calls on Minnesota members of the U.S. House to support legislation.
The sister of a Newtown victim, as well as St. Louis Park's Sami Rahamim, are among those who will be in attendance July 31.
The wish was granted by UnitedHealthcare and Make-A-Wish.
If you’re going to the fair in August, consider blogging about it.
As Father's Day approaches, consider honoring the most influential men in your life by sharing their stories in Local Voices on St. Louis Park Patch.
Today is the 11th anniversary of the World Trade Center attacks. What are your memories from that day?
"Ride for a Reason" will raise money for the Benilde-St. Margaret's hockey player who sustained a serious spinal injury last year.