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Father's Day is only a few days away, so it's time to honor all of the great dads in the Twin Cities.  You'll find a host of fun, affordable Father's Day events throughout both Minneapolis and St. Paul. From robot building workshops to fun local festivals, there's a Father's Day event for every taste in the Twin Cities this year. Our real estate agents are here to help you prepare, with our guide to Father's Day events in the Twin Cities.

1. Father's Day Robotics Workshop – 2649 Lyndale Ave. South, Minneapolis 55408
   Looking for a truly unique Father's Day experience for the dad who has it all? Head over to the Snapology Discovery Center for a special Father's Day Robotics Workshop, where fathers and kids can participate in building robots together. This workshop will teach you tips about building, customizing, and interacting with robots, in a fun, educational environment that participants of all ages can enjoy.

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National Running Day is June 5th! With winter in the rearview, it's time to take advantage of the warm weather and spend as much time as possible enjoying the outdoors. Minneapolis has plenty to see and do, why not take part in National Running Day and explore a new area of the city? Sprint passed charming Minneapolis homes for sale in the trendiest neighborhoods or soak up the sun with a run along the riverside. Tackle one of these great urban running paths and discover a new side to the Twin Cities.

• Stone Arch Bridge – 100 Portland Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55401
  Of course, you're already familiar the iconic Stone Arch Bridge but have you ever taken a day to enjoy a run through the beautiful parks on either end of the bridge? We suggest heading downtown and warming up at Gold Medal Park. When you're feeling loose, head across the bridge and follow the trails to either Father Hennepin Bluff Park or even to Water Power Park to see Saint Anthony Falls.
  
  

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Saint Paul homes for sale stand alongside Minneapolis homes for sale as your gateway to the beautiful Twin Cities. You've heard about the world-class amenities, but has anyone told you about the fishing?

Minnesota is called the "Land of 10,000 Lakes" for a good reason!

Let's look at some of our favorite lakes for fishing in around the Twin Cities.

1. Mississippi Lock and Dam No. 1 - 5000 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN
   The historic Mississippi Lock and Dam No. 1 is open seasonally for commercial barges and pleasure craft. While the land is prized for diverse birdlife, the water is just as lively. During the warm season, there is a small island visitors love fishing from.

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Summertime in Minnesota is oh so sweet! We adore the warm weather almost as much as we love our beautiful lakes, parks and natural spaces. Say goodbye to the snow and hello to the sun by paying a visit to one of these six incredible swimming holes around the Minneapolis area.

1. Lake Minnetonka Swim Pond – 4610 County Rd. 44, Minnetrista, MN 55364 
   The Lake Minnetonka Swim Pond is located right beside Lake Minnetonka in the Lake Minnetonka Regional Park. This pond is surrounded by soft sand on all sides which means there is plenty of lakeside leisure to go around. The pond has a maximum depth of six feet so parents and children can enjoy a safe yet exciting swim.
    

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Saint Paul homes for sale are at the center of great opportunities to go swimming!

Kids benefit a lot from learning to swim at an early age. First of all, swimming is a lot of fun – and everyone needs fun. But the reasons go beyond that. Swimming is a wonderful form of full body exercise that can help build healthy habits. Plus, it's an easy way to beat the heat.

Most kids can learn how to swim in a few lessons. This will make it much safer for them to visit the lakes and make accidents around water less likely. Around St. Paul, you'll discover plenty of group swim classes where kids can meet new friends as they learn.

With Learn to Swim Day coming this May 18, there's never been a better time to get swimming!

Let's check out five of the best classes for kids to learn to swim in St. Paul:

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