This was a awesome experience! I didn't think it would be fun but had a great time the staff was…read morefriendly, polite and helpful.

OMG! This place is SO FUN! I haven't painted since I was 13 years old and I was really excited to…read moredo a session with them. This was very laid back and we had a great instructor. Like I said - I haven't painted since I was a kid and I was nervous (silly me) because I'm so untalented and have ZERO training or talent. But I painted a picture and I feel like I learned a few things. Mostly, it killed the apprehension inside of me. Now I feel like I can let the artist in me out and I now have some confidence. They provide everything (canvas, paint and brushes) - you only need to bring yourself and maybe a friend There's wine and egg rolls for those who want to snack and paint. The classes are small and are for all ages. I can't stress enough HOW MUCH I think people should do this! It was a great, new thing to do.

Had the pleasure to see The Rainmaker during its last week. The cast members did a fantastic job of…read moremaking you feel like you were right outside their door watching the drama unfold. Exceptional use of a small stage - the set was well laid out & realistic for a period piece. Theatre is well equipped and staffed with people who care that you have a good time. Sad to say I was excited to smell the popcorn when we opened the front door..you can take in to eat while watching the play however we devoured ours beforehand! Recommend this gem for a great date night.

Wonderful theatre here! Great box office staff (we bought tickets this time since the performance…read morewas in high demand) but have done rush tickets before and the box office staff was wonderful. This is the old movie theater that still has a lot of life to it! The productions are amazing and transporting! Concessions available before and at intermission (including beer, wine, pop, coffee, candy, and fresh popcorn)-which they allow you to take into the theater to enjoy.

A wonderful place for an intimate show. We heard Hornicopia and they were wonderful. This is a…read morechurch sponsored venue and no alcohol on the premises.

From the owner: A Victorian/Theater-style venue with vintage wallpaper, beautiful stage with a fireplace, elegant…read morebalcony and intimate seating capacity of 137. Available for weddings, receptions, meetings, birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, church services, etc.

Well, I'll start out that I'm not a huge fan of outdoor fairs in swampy, humid Minnesota in the…read moresummer, but I also end up going to a lot of them. Anoka's county fair is a good one... maybe not the best, but a good one. (My favorite so far is the Steele county fair.) Better than the Ramsey county fair. You get the same feel of the State Fair on a smaller and more manageable scale: the smelly animals, the greasy, overpriced food, Midway rides and rigged carnival games, and plenty of crap for sale. Plus, if you go on the right (or wrong) day and time, you'll hear the loud sounds of a demo derby or tractor pull. The upside is that if you're not into roaring engine sounds and the aroma of diesel fuel, the grounds are actually big enough to get a bit away from that. So it sounds like I'm not a fan, but yet somehow I am. I do like this stuff in limited doses. There are also some musical acts as well-- we saw a good rock band, and I wish I could remember their name. Good story! Pro tip: word on the street (and their website) is that you need to get a seat right away for the demo derby. Pro tip 2: you probably won't find me there. Free parking is the in the giant lot across from the main entrance. From the south, turn left at the lights after the bend. From the north, turn right at the lights. Look for people in bright vests and throngs of people waiting to cross the street. There are probably better mappy app directions, but I'll leave those almost rural style directions for now (and forever). Have fun!!! PS: Holiday in Lights in early December is a better way to experience the Anoka fairgrounds, in my opinion, plus it's free admission / free parking, and nachos / popcorn / cider for free or for a donation. That is, if you can tolerate Santa, Jesus, inflatable Minions, and Christmas music at distorted levels over the PA system. I can. It has a small-town winter wonderland feel to it, somewhat vintage as well. Plus it's not 90 freakin' degrees out.

Went to the fair this year it was OK but the seating was not very good for the derby and a couple…read moreof the guys got out a hand and attacked the security people which I didn't find very respectful but other than that great food and they had a lot of old tractors and stuff that were nice to look at you rarely see things like that.

Went to AMC Coon Rapids recently and honestly? Sticker shock. I paid $42 just for two movie…read moretickets, then got a single beer that cost $14--$18 with tip. Add in a slushie, popcorn, and a fountain drink and that's another $27. That's over $85 for a basic night at the movies for two. That's just wild. Compare that to Mann Theatre in Champlin or Andover Cinema, where tickets and concessions are way more affordable. Both those spots have decent food, actual specialty drinks, and don't charge you like it's a stadium event. AMC Coon Rapids is clean, has recliners, and it's not a bad setup. It's just not that special, especially when the price tag makes it feel like I should've been at a premium experience. Bottom line: not worth the money, especially when better, cheaper options are just a few miles away. I won't be back.

You know, AMC is not my top choice - in fact, I actively avoid it because I'm a popcorn snob and I…read morehate their popcorn. I can't remember the last time I stepped foot in AMC and this was my first time at the Coon Rapids one. My friend and I wanted to see Moana 2 and she took the initiative to purchase tickets so we went here for the reclined seats (even though everyone has them now...). Anywho, it wasn't a terrible experience. She chose seats for us to buy tickets in advance and they were nice and the theater wasn't busy. Plenty of parking and everything was clean. Bathrooms are nice. Seats themselves were comfortable, no complaints. They have some vegan options for food too but I always just get popcorn and it was OK. Staff were friendly and efficient, gave me a lil water cup to go with my popcorn no problem. I arrived before my friend and didn't have to show my tickets to anyone, just walked right in to use the restroom and no one batted an eye. She had to hunt someone down just to show our tickets to put her mind at ease. We'll probably be back but not my first choice, no offense, just not my favorite branch of movie theaters. 3.5/5

He Said: My kids and I had a great time! Disclaimer: we came…read morehere using the MN Explore Pass. The Explore Pass allows "free" entry and limited access to some of the activities--bumper cars, laser tag, ball fort, laser maze, and a 360° video game. The laser tag arena is much bigger than i thought it would be (looking from the outside). Fun Lab is big enough to house multiple fun activities, but not too large so watching kids is a nightmare. There are non-inclusive activities (more $$) that seem fun. There is a cafeteria, too. Pros: - Lots of cool activities - Indoors - Great deal if you get the Explore Pass Cons: -Blaine is somewhat put of the way for us

Visited the fun lab on a Sunday and was surprised at how empty the place was this was great for us…read moreand our first visit. We walked in unsure what to do and stood next to two staff at the front desk for a couple minutes before being greeted. We used our explorer pass from Groupon which allowed for a visit do try most of the attractions. A lot of stuff was broken (laser tag maze, laser tag vests, games, blowers in the ball area) or no staff were available to let us know how to use it. What we could use was fun the bumper cars and arcade were favorites for our five year old. We purchased an additional pass for the bumper cars he had to go again. Overall it was okay for the prices, but there are other options around the cities if you're willing to spend a little more.

BINGO BABY!!! Every Saturday, this is so much fun. The…read moreladies that run this bingo are so good at their job. Very organized

Love going to 201 when we are in Anoka. They have a wheel here and it's super fun to play! Service…read moreis always nice and quick. Food is better than average for a dive bar. Live music and bingo too!

We are Easter buffet here, 3-31-2024, for the first time. Our reservation was at 2:00pm, the last…read moretime slot available for a 3:00pm end / closing time. Price was $49.99 each. Very high priced! And to me, was not worth this kind of money. It seemed very organized and it was smooth. We didn't wait very long to be seated. It felt spacious, but that could've been because we are the end of it. The desserts were very scarce at this time. Not being replenished either. I missed having mashed potatoes and gravy. No corn or beans. Prime rib was the best. A big yuck complaint of mine, yet tables were not wiped off after each guest!!! Very unsanitary and disgusting and gross!!! All they did was lay a cloth napkin over their table cloth . Yuck. It was gross. We had food crumbs leftover from the party of people before us. There was a long black beard type hair on the table! There was a spill. It had spots of grime. I just didn't want to even touch the table at all. I didn't want to set my plate on my napkin covering all this nasty from before me! Ish! It was very dirty. Even on a cloth tablecloth you have to wash it off. So, gross tables and the price was just too high. We will try somewhere else next year.

I've played Green Haven Golf Course (which abuts Greenhaven Road, go figure) twice as part of large…read moreoutings. The course has been in good shape both times, with green fairways but some burnt out areas around tees and high-use areas. The greens are receptive and surprisingly quick, presenting enough contours that some pin positions are challenging to chip to. All in all, this is a fairly straightforward layout. There's a long Par 5 around a large lake that presents several risk-reward shots. The Par 3's can be pretty easy with a front pin, but the greens are large enough that a back pin calls for 1-3 more clubs. Staff are very friendly and accommodating, although I don't believe I ever saw a ranger on the course. The pro shop is pretty well stocked, and the snack bar offers a number of craft beers along with limited grilled menu items. This would be a great course to play a relaxing round of golf (if such a thing really exists!).

Wow! What an amazing little theatre. I just enjoyed an AMAZING on-stage delicious thriller, that's…read morecreepy but also funny at times, called "Misery" at Yellow Tree Theatre based on Stephen King's 1980's novel that was adapted into a popular 1990's movie and now in the 2020's a wonderful play. The theater is unassuming, on a little strip mall, where there's plenty of parking ... and once inside...it's magic! The stage makes great use of space and very creative with the set and lighting. Seating is excellent... not a bad seat in the house. I didn't know photos weren't allowed, the one picture I took and posted of the set was when I walked in. Oops I turned off my phone after that was announced. I loved the play and the theater. I plan to come back again and again! Oh, we are still in COVID times, so everyone in the audience need to wear a mask.

Saw a Covid makeup show here tonight. This is a fun theater that does a broad range of shows. The…read moretalent is always top shelf, spotlighting local and National talents. The shows are always thought provoking and intimate. The main stage is always surrounded by seating with viewers close enough to reach out and touch the cast members. They are very creative with lighting and sets to make the most of what they have. The theater offers concessions and beverages to consume during the shows, however this has been suspended during the pandemic. From the street the theater is part of a strip mall on Osseo and isn't anything remarkable. Parking is plentiful and fairly well lit. The theater still requires proof of vac, and that patrons wear masks. Being in a high risk category, I appreciate the precautions! Yellow Tree is a great local theater worthy of your attention! Give it a try and have some fun! Photos aren't allowed, so none have been included.

Amazing magician! Kept the crowd happy and engaged. Highly recommend for corporate, special life…read moremilestones, weddings, graduations, and post-prom parties and more. Top-notch!

David is fantastic! I've now seen him perform both on stage and at a gathering at a park. He…read moreknows how to involve the crowd, and uses humor in his delivery which really adds to the fun. I also enjoy watching the participants stand with their mouths agape at his magician's skills. I recommend him without reservation!