KARE Saturday

Celebrate grilling season at GrillFest

It isn't officially summer yet, but warmer temperatures means grilling season is already here.

Taste of Lifetrack Resources

Stop by KARE Corner at Race for the Cure on May 13

Twin Cities Race for the Cure will celebrate its 20th anniversary on Sunday, May 13 at Mall of America.

Kitchen Fire Safety Day: Saturday, May 5

Come learn kitchen fire safety information and literally "feel the heat" of a kitchen fire at a community event on Saturday, May 5.

The Spoonriver Cookbook's lentil and mint salad recipe

Local organic dining pioneer and author Brenda Langton and co-author Margaret Stuart introduced their new cookbook to KARE 11 Saturday, The Spoonriver Cookbook.

Festival of Nations 80th anniversay

This weekend marks the 80th anniversary of the Festival of Nations, an event that features more than 90 different ethnic groups in an all-out celebration of cultures.

Dark Pony performs at KARE

Local band Dark Pony, led by songwriter/singer/producer Jon Herchert, stopped by KARE 11 studios to play some of their latest album, Suburban Serenade Vol. 1.

Tips for summer job searching

Recent studies show that one in two college graduates are either unemployed or overqualified for their current job. Ted Chalupsky, president and CEO of the recruiting firm Right Staff, is here to help fight the statistics and help empower students.

5-8 Tavern & Grill's Juicy Lucy recipe

The 5-8 Tavern & Grill in Maplewood is celebrating their 10th anniversary throughout the month of May with specials, sweepstakes and live entertainment.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo along historic Cesar Chavez St.

Cinco de Mayo is here and it's time to celebrate. What better place to celebrate in Minnesota than along historic Cesar Chavez Street in St. Paul.

Emotional well-being before, during and after your pregnancy

Nearly 15 percent of all women will experience postpartum depression following the birth of a child. Up to ten percent will experience depression or anxiety during pregnancy.

Win a pair of tickets to Carrie Underwood

Carrie Underwood's "The Blown Away Tour" will stop in Minneapolis at Target Center on September 27!  Special guest Hunter Hayes will open.

Zen Box Mussels in miso butter and sake

Zen Box, downtown's newest Japanese restaurant forgoes the food hipsters' status symbol in favor of the lunch-counter comfort foods of Nippon.

Raise your glass for children's health at the U of M

Join community leaders, medical professionals and wine lovers for a celebration to support children's health research, education, and care at University of Minnesota Amplatz Children's Hospital at WineFest No. 17-A Toast to Children's Health, May 11 and 12, 2012.

National Rebuilding Day an opportunity to help those in need

On Saturday, April 28th, more than 250 volunteers will come together for "National Rebuilding Day." This annual event is an opportunity for the Twin Cities community to make a significant impact on an entire neighborhood by providing critical home repairs for multiple homeowners in need. Volunteers will repair 20 homes on April 28th, including seven that were damaged by the tornado last year. These repairs are provided at no cost to the homeowner.

Classical MPR announces showcase artists for 'Minnesota Varsity'

Classical MPR announced today the Showcase Artists for "Minnesota Varsity"--a program celebrating some of the best young Minnesota classical musicians. To participate in Minnesota Varsity, music students ages 14-18 (grades 9th-12th) from around the state were asked to submit a recording of themselves performing.

Section 30

Many bands dream of the record deal, but few show the drive, work ethic and perseverance to make it happen. The music industry is changing and for most bands, the dream never becomes a reality. For the last 10 years, Section 30 has worked diligently, booking their own shows, designing their own t-shirts, building their own websites and spreading the word via today's social networking sites. The hard work has paid off as Section 30 has played for thousands of sold out venues.

Assistance League

Assistance League volunteers will pack 800 Assault Survivor Kits at Minnesota Hospital Association in St. Paul. The kits contain new clothing (tee shirt, sweat pants, underwear and socks) as well as toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, toothbrush, toothpaste and comb. The book Recovery from Rape is also available.

What to fill your grocery cart with to protect against them and create a stronger, healthier you

There are three health concerns that either affect or concern most women. Susan Moores, Kowalski's Markets dietitian shows us how to use your grocery cart to protect against them and create a stronger, healthier you.

Party for the Planet

For all you party animals out there that are trying to find a way to celebrate Earth Day, Como Zoo may have just the thing for you. Party for the Planet on Saturday and Sunday at the Como Zoo.

Guthrie Theater presents "Time Stands Still"

The Guthrie Theater is known for lining up award winning plays and work for its prestigious stage, and presenting the production of Time Stands Still is no different.

Chino Latino's aphrodisiac dinner

Many foods and drinks have been considered aphrodisiacs. The name comes from the Greek goddess of love and sexuality Aphrodite.