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The healthiest picks for your weekend pleasures and indulgences.

Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

Got to Have It
Eyelet-Detailed Convertible Maxi Dress
What: A softy and flowy dress for Memorial Day success.
Why: Tis the season to wear white and get away with it.
Where: Online at Gap.

Bits and Bites
Picnic Recipes and Tips
What: The perfect foods to pack for a breezy outdoor meal.
Why: It puts the picnic in the basket.
Where: Online at Food Network

Around Town
Canterbury Park
What: Live horse racing. Free admission!
Why: Giddy up.
When: Now through August 29.
Where: 1100 Canterbury Road, Shakopee

I Think I Can
Motivational Quote
What: “A vacation is having nothing to do and all day to do it in.”
Who: Robert Orben

The healthiest picks for your weekend pleasures and indulgences.

Got to Have It
Athleta Sale – Last Day!

• What: The one-stop shop for all active attire.
• Why: Variety is the sporty spice of life.
• Where: Online at Athleta.

Bits and Bites
Lucia’s

• What: Local restaurant and wine bar offering the best of each season.
• Why: ‘Tis the season to eat and drink on patios.
• Where: 1432 West 31st Street, Minneapolis

Around Town
Wheel Fun Rentals @ Lake Calhoun

• What: From cruisers to canoes, you’ll find a way to get around round (wah wa ooo).
• Why: Pop a wheelie.
• When: Now through Labor Day ~ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm.
• Where: Lake Calhoun ~ 3000 Calhoun Parkway East, Minneapolis

I Think I Can
Extreme Yoga

• What: A 61 year-old man performs death defying yoga on his BMX bike…300 feet in the air.
• Why: And you thought you had a killer sun salutation.
• Where: Online at Yoga Dork.

The healthiest picks for your weekend pleasures and indulgences.

Got to Have It
Humorous Workout Towels

• What: Wipe away your hard earned sweat with a little levity.
• Why: Who says work is no fun?
• Where: Online at Etsy.

Bits and Bites
Sweet Cheeks Baby Food

• What: Baby food made from local and organic fruits, veggies and grains.
• Why: Only the best ingredients for your babycakes.
• Where: Your local natural food and co-op retailers and restaurants.

Around Town
LynLake Street Festival

• What: A block party lineup of Uptown’s hippest food, drink and music.
• Why: We’re gonna rock down to Lyndale Avenue.
• When: Sunday, May 16th ~ Noon to 7:00 pm
• Where: The intersection of Lyndale and Lake Street.

I Think I Can
Everyday People Cartoon

• What: A dose of healthy humor.
• Why: A laugh a day keeps the doctor away.
• Where: Online at Everyday People.

The healthiest picks for your weekend pleasures and indulgences.

Got to Have It
L.L. Bean Classic Swiss Army Knife

• What: Function and femininity all wrapped up into one little knife.
• Why: It’s naughty and nice.
• Where: Online at L.L. Bean.

Bits and Bites
National List of Co-ops & Health Food Stores

• What: Find a health store for every residence.
• Why: Home is where the health is.
• Where: Online at Green People.

Around Town
Galactic

• What: Catch this New Orleans crew as they spin their jazzy, hip-hop, rock-ish vibe.
• Why: It’s outa this world.
• When: Friday, April 9th @ 8:00 pm.
• Where: The Cabooze: 917 Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis.

I Think I Can
A Woman Should Have

• What: A modern rundown of feminine must-haves.
• Why: You gotta know it to own it.
• Where: Online at Telling It Like It Is.

The healthiest picks for your weekend pleasures and indulgences.

Got to Have It
Chikuno Cube

• What: A little charcoal box that shoos away big household stinks.
• Why: Good smells come in small packages.
• Where: Online at Charles & Marie.

Bits and Bites
Sen Yai Sen Lek

• What: Translation: Big Noodle Little Noodle, an authentic NE Minneapolis Thai restaurant.
• Why: Don’t be a wet noodle.
• Where: 2422 Central Avenue NE, Minneapolis.

Around Town
Vilification Squares

• What: A live show that spoofs your fave game shows, with a quirky twist. Watch and win!
• Why: Showcase showdown.
• When: Friday, March 26th and Saturday, March 27th @ 10:00 pm
• Where: BLB Theater ~ 810 West Lake Street, Minneapolis.

I Think I Can
10 Thoughts on Living in the Now

• What: A gallery of quick yet poignant thoughts on how to let go and live for the moment.
• Why: Living in the past is so ten years ago.
• Where: Online at Whole Living.

The healthiest picks for your weekend pleasures and indulgences.

Got to Have It
EO Chocolate & Mint Lotion

• What: Cocoa Absolute and Mint combine to nourish and protect your epidermis.
• Why: Mint condition.
• Where: Online at EO Products.

Bits and Bites
May Day Cafe

• What: A quaint, independent café serving up breakfast, brunch and an urgent cup o’ Joe.
• Why: Coffee. STAT!
• Where: 3440 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis

Around Town
Keegan’s Irish Pub

• What: Have a St. Patty’s day pre-funk at one of the city’s finest Irish pubs.
• Why: Go green.
• When: When the milk in your Lucky Charms turns pinkish-brown.
• Where: 16 Ave NE (across from Surdyk’s), Minneapolis

I Think I Can
Motivational Quote

• What: Love like crazy and be yourself.
• Why: You’re good enough, you’re smart enough and doggonit, people like you.
• Where: Online at Saying Images.

The healthiest picks for your weekend pleasures and indulgences.

Got to Have It
Urban Striped Headwrap

• What: Take care of those work-out whispies with this fun, functional and flirty wrap.
• Why: Urban turban.
• Where: Online at Amazon.com.

Bits and Bites
Restaurant Week 2010 – LAST CHANCE FRIDAY!

• What: If you hurry, you can still enjoy a specially-priced meal at a select Twin Cities eatery.
• Why: Best week ever.
• Where: A participating restaurant near you.

Around Town
Whole Body Care Fair

• What: An array of experts guide you through the ins and outs of natural body care.
• Why: There’s something for every body.
• When: Saturday, March 6th ~ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm.
• Where: Whole Foods ~ 3060 Excelsior Blvd, Minneapolis.

I Think I Can
Motivational Quote

• What: “As we drive along this road called life, occasionally a gal will find herself a little lost. And when that happens, I guess she has to let go of the coulda, shoulda, woulda, buckle up and just keep going.” ~ Carrie Bradshaw
• Why: Abso-f@#!in’-lutey.

The healthiest picks for your weekend pleasures and indulgences.

Got to Have It
Burton Tank Military Hat

• What: “An old-time look with contemporary style.”
• Why: The perfect cover for your yoga-bound hair.
• Where: Online at REI.com

Bits and Bites
Café Eena

• What: A vibrant eatery serving Latin American cuisine in the heart of South Minneapolis.
• Why: Go south of the border.
• Where: 4601 Grand Avenue South, Minneapolis

Around Town
Electric Fetus Tornado Benefit Feat. Cloud Cult

• What: Remember that wicked tornado that whipped through the city last spring?
• Why: Twist and shout.
• When: Friday, February 26th @ 7:00 pm
• Where: First Avenue ~ 701 North First Avenue, Minneapolis

I Think I Can
KIVA Loans

• What: Lend to an entrepreneur across the globe via microfinance and the internet.
• Why: Pay it forward.
• When: When it feels right for you.
• Where: Online at Kiva.org

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The healthiest picks for your weekend pleasures and indulgences.

Got to Have It
Trader Joe’s Tea Tree Tingle Shampoo

• What: Peppermint and tea tree oil work together to moisturize and beautify your locks.
• Why: For that oh-so tingly feeling.
• Where: Online at Amazon.com, or at your local TJ’s.

Bits and Bites
56 Healthy Breakfast Recipes

• What: Curl up at home, turn on the winter games and enjoy a healthy breaky at home.
• Why: Home is where the health is.
• Where: Online at foodnetwork.com.

Around Town
North Star Roller Girls

• What: Watch Minnesota’s own female roller derby league in action.
• Why: Femme fatale.
• When: Saturday, February 20, 2010
• Where: Minneapolis Convention Center

I Think I Can
31 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Exercise

• What: 31 reasons to bust a move.
• Why: A calorie saved is a calorie burned.
• Where: Online at zenhabits.