On this week's episode, Michelle interviews Logan, who serves on the City of Anoka's Planning Commission. Tune in to hear more about the planning commission and what they do!
https://www.anokaminnesota.com/273/Commissions-Boards
This week we discuss charitable giving around Anoka. The holiday season is quickly approaching and we wanted to highlight a few organizations that do great work right here in our city and surrounding areas.
Granny's Closet: Grannyscloset.org
The Anoka Senior Center: mwerra@ci.anoka.mn.us
On this episode of The Anoka Podcast, we discuss resources for those experiencing food insecurity whether it be from SNAP benefits being paused or other factors. We interview Joelle Alvord who volunteers with The Anoka Mission and she provides great details about the process to receive resources from the mission.
The Anoka Podcast had the pleasure of sitting down an Anoka centered lady! Liz McFarland sits down for an interview with The Anoka Podcast, they discuss Anoka Halloween , Anoka Clothing Company, Discover Anoka, and more!
To learn more about Liz's store visit Anokaclothingcompany.com
Anoka hits its stride this time of year! Logan and Michelle discuss some of the activities to do around Anoka during Halloween. Take a listen and partake in any or all of the activities!
This week Logan and Michelle interviewed the owners of Two Scoops in downtown Anoka! We got the latest information on Halloween season deals, their flavor offerings, and more.
In this episode Logan and Nathan make a long awaited announcement about their next project!
This week Logan and Michelle took a field trip to The Big White House in downtown Anoka. They spoke with Deb and Melissa, owners of the store. They discussed being an Anoka staple, their vision and style for the store, and yes, even the spooky things that happen in the house!
The Anoka Podcast took a ghost tour with the Anoka County Historical Society. We had a blast! In this episode we talk about what to expect, our favorite tidbit from the tour, and more.
For more information visit Anokacountyhistory.org
This week The Anoka Podcast goes to not one, but TWO speakeasies in Anoka. Anoka is fortunate to have two of them right in our downtown. We give the highlights from each, talk about what we ate/drank, and more!
Nucky's Speakeasy - 300 E Main Street
Anoka Hardware Store- 201 Jackson Street
In this episode of The Anoka Podcast, we try some gluten free treats from local Anoka bakeries. We sampled from Krown Bakery, Truffles & Tortes, and Oakwood Cafe. We give you our favorite treat from each spot and give you the details on each location !
In this episode of The Anoka Podcast we sit down with the owner of Jeanie's Journeys. From flight attendant and tour director, to travel extraordinaire, Jeanie has done it all! Jeanie tells us about some of her favorite trips, the benefits of a fully escorted tour, and even some upcoming adventures that you can still book!
Grab your pronto pup or pickle on a stick and enjoy this episode of The Anoka Podcast! We discuss our outing to the Anoka Hardware Store to sample some state fair theme cocktails, Logan and Nathan discuss their trip to the state fair, and Michelle shares how she DIYs the fair in her own backyard!
This week Logan and Michelle sit down with Melissa Werra, the Program Coordinator at the Anoka Senior Center. During our chat, we discussed day trips, lunch programs, exercise classes, and more!
To learn more about the Anoka Senior Center visit 1500 6th Avenue, Anoka MN or call 763-576-4661
This week's episode is centered around ducks and chickens in Anoka! Logan and Michelle discuss what it's like to own ducks or chickens, the good, the bad, and the fowl (pun intended).
This week Logan and Michelle discuss the upcoming food truck festival in Anoka! We talk about some of our favorite food trucks, the live music there, and what's offered for our pets!
In this episode we discuss the historic Kline Sanitarium. We begin at its founding and follow it all the way through its closure and reopening! Listen through the end to find out what our host Michelle sprung on us!
In this week's episode Michelle and Logan discuss their reason for starting The Anoka Podcast and they each explain what interests them about the city of Anoka!
This week we talk about an Anoka summertime staple, our docks! We discuss dock rental, river activities, and where the dock funds go.
In this episode we discuss how to spend a day in Anoka, some historic facts about the Rum River, and our wine recommendations from Better Value Liquor!