Sarah Jane's Music School

Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis provides a peaceful space for meditation practice and study in Minneapolis. Reviews describe a warm, welcoming community with both new meditators and experienced practitioners, and a quiet, beautiful space to sit in meditation. The center offers several free weekly opportunities to learn meditation, including Fresh Start Monday, making mindfulness accessible for all.

Minneapolis College of Art and Design sits at 2501 Stevens Ave in Minneapolis. Praised for strong studios and faculty, it offers continuing education in visual arts, including furniture design and grant writing. Reviews note the Art Cellar’s affordable supplies, the helpful Service Bureau staff, and a College Center with ping-pong, pool, and arcade. It is located near MIA and Walker Art Center.

Veterinary Medical Center North–University of Minnesota in Saint Paul offers university-level veterinary care and health services. Reviews praise friendly, knowledgeable staff and students, quick urgent care, and compassionate oncology teams. Some feedback notes higher costs and occasional delays in test results. Overall, the hospital is recognized for expertise and dedication to animal care.

Zoom Twin Cities Music School in Minneapolis offers piano, voice, and guitar lessons with patient instructors who tailor sessions to each child’s pace. Located at 2723 Pillsbury Ave, the school is praised for engaging students and helping them progress in reading music and technique, with in-home piano lessons aiding young learners.

Laurel School of Music in St Paul, located at 1619 Dayton Ave Suite 200, St Paul, MN 55104, offers music education with caring, focused teachers. Reviews describe it as a great school for budding musicians, creating a welcoming place for young artists to learn and grow.

Melody Tree Studios in Saint Paul offers piano and violin with Rachel, and guitar, drums, and songwriting with Shawn, at 1477 Ashland Ave. Praised for patience, kindness, and responsive communication, instructors tailor lessons to each child and celebrate progress. The school hosts regular recitals—twice yearly plus a student-only event—plus workshops, with small-group and individual lessons and flexible virtual options during the pandemic.