It's Back To School Time.  But until recently, we weren't sure what Back to School would look like.

We had hoped Covid would be in the past.  We had hoped that school would start up normally.  We had hoped the summer heat would kill the virus. But it didn't. And we don't know when we can resume life as it once was. 

The draw to tidy, quiet little Swing Bridge Park is the chance to walk out over the Mississippi River on a piece of history. The striking 680-foot pier is what remains of the historic Rock Island Swing Bridge, the last toll bridge in the Twin Cities Metro area. When the bridge closed to traffic in 1999 it sat decaying for years until the last portion of the span was restored for pedestrians.

Visitors will also find a picnic pavilion within the park along with a trailhead for the Mississippi River Regional Trail.

There are so many beautiful parks in the south metro.  Find more on our site.

Our Summer Adventure is perfect for the whole family. 

One more week to get in on the action!  And create GOOD memories for 2020.

We will send you an email with that week's activity challenge. Make sure to sign up at the bottom of this page to be formally entered into the contest. Each family (one entry per week) who completes the adventure and enters with a photo by Sunday at noon is entered to win that week's prize. If the activity is out on location, please let us know where you're adventuring!

Bob Miller specializes in Close-Up Magic. He’s been performing all his life and professionally since 1990. 

Book Bob Miller, Magician for your next Birthday Party

Bob brings age-appropriate magic and balloon animals to birthday parties. 

Call 507-281-2213.