Music
Minnesota Orchestra reports 'very promising' year with balanced budget
The organization got a boost from ticket sales and hall rentals as it continued recovering from its lockout.
Music
Mason Jennings ponders future of music career: 'I'm not sure I'm up for it'
The Minnesota musician struggles to make sense of social media and industry upheaval.
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Old real estate maps of the Twin Cities contain details of a forgotten history
Decades before Google Maps, plat maps displayed a wealth of information with hand-drawn care.
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Holiday shopping online or in stores — which is better?
You can order anything — presents, tree, even the meal — without leaving your home.
TV & Media
Give the gift of gaming with these 10 ideas, from VR to retro classics
Where do you start if you have a video gamer on your gift list this holiday season and are overwhelmed with choices? Here are 10 ideas.
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Broadway star Bernadette Peters to headline Guthrie Theater gala
The Sondheim expert will perform in during a prelude to the opening night of "Sunday in the Park with George," staged by Guthrie artistic director Joe Haj.
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Minneapolis authors update popular 'Healthy Bread in Five Minutes a Day'
The "bread-in-five-minutes-a-day" juggernaut launched nine years ago by Jeff Hertzberg and Zoë François continues.
Eat & Drink
These 3 Twin Cities area restaurants make holiday season sparkle
Make merry this month at these three holiday-centric restaurants.
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How to prepare for TSA security
If you want to get through security without slowing down the line, read on. With any luck — and the proper preparation — your checkpoint experience won't dampen holiday spirits.
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Boulder's biggest surprise? Doses of Minnesota Nice
This Rocky Mountain retreat is the place to go for mountain hikes, cozy cottages and a surprising dose of Minnesota Nice.
Eat & Drink
Burger Friday: Insiders know how to find Volstead House's mammoth burger
Insiders know how to find Eagan's great-looking Volstead House. It's hidden behind a neighborhood burger joint. They also know to order the burger.
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Why stores are better: A traditional experience with Santa and carols
With decorations, Santa and songs, stores offer a traditional experience you can't get online.
Movies
Kathy Bates jumped at chance to be part of 'Bad Santa 2'
Raunchy comedy "Bad Santa 2" was Oscar winner's chance to tackle "biker chick" role.
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'The Brady Bunch' and blended families: Carol Brady offered a comforting slice of fiction
My education in stepfamilies began long before I became part of one. The Bradys made it look so easy.
Books
Review: 'The Whole Town's Talking,' by Fannie Flagg
FICTION: Fannie Flaggs' latest novel explores the origins of a fictitious Missouri town.
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