Alissa Pili dances with members of the local Samoan community, including former Minnesota Vikings player, Esera Tuaolo, right, at Target Center. The M

Yuen: Lynx No. 1 pick Pili finds 'blessing' fueling dreams of Samoan, Indigenous kids

We in Minnesota are about to witness the legions of fans from two under-represented communities who flock to see "Pili Power."
"Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story" follows the band's 40-year journey and the frontman shares his most vulnerable moments.
TV & Media

TV review: Bon Jovi documentary goes down in a blaze of boredom

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The four-part docuseries never digs deep enough.
Two boys fly kites from the top of a lush tree in illustration from "The Mango Tree."
Variety

Kao Kalia Yang, Edel Rodriguez and others bring us gorgeous new picture books

April 23
The subjects range from immigration to fresh veggies to adventures at sea.
FILE - Author Louise Erdrich reflects on growing up in North Dakota and her new book "The Plague of Doves" at her store BirchBark Books in Minneapolis
Books

Pulitzer Prize-winning Minneapolis author Louise Erdrich announces new book

April 24
"The Mighty Red," her first novel since 2021′s "The Sentence," is set in a North Dakota town on the Red River.
Christine Shevchenko (Giselle) and Calvin Royal III (Albrecht) in American Ballet Theatre's "Giselle," a ballet about love, remorse and forgiveness.
Stage & Arts

A Twyla Tharp world premiere is part of Northrop's 2024-25 dance season

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Ragamala's riff on an Indian epic and a boxing-inspired work from Shamel Pitt are also on the upcoming roster.
Enjoy a homemade version of Steak Frites with this steak, potatoes, and herb-filled butter.
Don't Miss

Make any night date night with this riff on steak frites

April 23
Tonight's dinner for two: Crispy potatoes and pan-seared steak topped with compound butter. Candlelight optional.
Fred Armisen will almost certainly show off his drumming skills when he performs Sunday at Fillmore Minneapolis.
Variety

Some of comedy's biggest names converge on the Twin Cities this weekend

April 23
National headliners will hit theaters, clubs and casinos throughout the metro area.
Books

Who are the 'Real Americans' when the wealthy are treated like superheroes?

7:30am
FICTION: Rachel Khong's novel, which dips into science fiction, explores the consequences of inequity.
Taste

3 hearty salads to kick off salad season

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It's time to bring on lighter, brighter flavors and let the heavier foods hibernate.

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