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It's (home) show time!

Even though we’re experiencing our mildest winter in years, you’re probably still getting a case of late-winter blahs.  Get out of the house and start dreaming of spring at a home and garden show.  There are lots of opportunities to catch one in the next month or so.  You can stretch your legs, find out what’s new in the world of home improvement products and services, and talk to the experts about your dreams – and your budget.  Here are some of the shows that will be in and around the Cities in the next few weeks:

Minneapolis  - Home and Garden Show (February 29 – March 4.  Minneapolis Convention Center.  Adults $13.00; Age 6-12 $4.00; Age 5 and under free.)  This show is the granddaddy of them all.  Expect hundreds of companies to be represented, showing off everything from appliances to windows.  www.homeandgardenshow.com

Hutchinson – KDUZ/KARP Home Show (February 25 – 26. McLeod County Fairgounds, Hutchinson. Admission free.) http://www.kduz.com/2011/12/30/home-show/

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St. Cloud – Central Minnesota Builders Association Home Show (March 9-11.  St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center. Adults $5; Seniors 55+ $4; Under 12 free. ) www.cmbaonline.org/events_home_show.cfm

Home Improvement & Design Expo (Multiple locations and dates.  Admission $6 or free with a donation for the Food Shelf)   www.mediamaxevents.com

  • Shakopee: March 17 – Canterbury Park
  • Maple Grove: March 24 – Maple Grove Community Center
  • Blaine: March 31 – National Sports Center
  • Maplewood: April 21 – Aldrich Arena & Event Center

Northfield - Home & Garden Business Showcase (March 31. Northfield Arena.  Admission free.) www.northfieldchamber.com/living/communitycalendar.php

There’s never been a better time to start planning for that home or garden project you’ve been putting off.  So go get inspired!

, Minneapolis Home Improvement Examiner

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