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The billionth Noel! This Minnesota Jew is tired of all the Christmas songs
I've spent dozens of holiday seasons politely smiling at the Salvation Army bell ringers and the random strangers who wish me "merry Christmas." They have no idea, nor any care, that I don't celebrate the holiday.
Movies
Amy Schumer responds to 'Barbie' fat-shamers with swimsuit photo
Amy Schumer is putting some skin in the game in her battle with the fat-shamers of the world.
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Second helping for Golden Corral is in Maplewood
Opening is set for 10:45 a.m. Thursday, in time for lunch.
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You can't stop the beat of live TV musicals, either online or in my living room
NBC's "Hairspray Live" broadcast looks to best a live TV social media record
TV & Media
Real advice on fake news: How to maneuver that personal minefield
Dan Barreiro, Tom Hauser and others have advice on how to deal with folks who insist on touting "facts" that just aren't true.
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Music
VocalEssence unwraps novelty-filled 'Welcome Christmas' concert
REVIEW: Spanish Christmas carols were the centerpiece of this lively VocalEssence program.
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How to find a dress that fits? Our expert has some advice
Want to nab the perfect frock? Here are a few tips for the fitting room.
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Need baking help? These books offer guidance and confidence
The year's baking books offer to hold your hand while broadening your skills — and horizons.
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For a taste of Minnesota, think local cookbooks
Sharing more than recipes, recent Minnesota cookbooks offer stories of farmers, foragers, chefs and purveyors that connect us all the more deeply to this fertile, vibrant place.
Eat & Drink
Grab a glass of wine and check out these new books on the subject
Grab a glass to sip when reading these books.
TV & Media
Music
Review: Stevie Nicks and Chrissie Hynde empower each other
Hall of Famers rock St. Paul with familiar and obscure songs.
Books
Review: 'The Marches: A Borderland Journey Between England and Scotland,' by Rory Stewart
NONFICTION: Two treks across England reveal new truths about old countries and limn the father-son bond.
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