Cure for cabin fever

Yearning for summer? Get a preview at the Lake Home & Cabin Show coming to Minneapolis Feb. 11-13. The event, featuring more than 250 exhibitors from across the country, will showcase everything related to the lake home and cabin lifestyle, including the latest trends in design, decor, remodeling and landscaping. This year's special events include a live bat display by bat expert and TV personality Rob Mies, cooking demonstrations by the Getaway Gourmet, an exhibit on loons, the latest lake toys and recreational products, and a Saturday appearance by actor/environmentalist Ed Begley Jr. The show will be held at the Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Av. S., Mpls. Hours are 2-8 p.m. Feb. 11, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Feb. 12, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 13. Admission is $10 for adults, $4 for ages 5-15, and free for ages 4 and under. Discounted adult admission coupons ($2 off) are available online at www.lakehomeandcabinshow.com.

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