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'Orange is the New Black' star Lea DeLaria delivers riotously funny show at the Dakota
In her Minneapolis gig, the outspoken Netflix star showed how sex and jazz can mix.
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An act of racism stunned Delano; now the town is fighting back
The push for unity in Delano comes against the backdrop of a changing Minnesota. More than a million people of color live in the state, about 20 percent of all residents.
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Quite a circus: Trapeze camp has middle-aged adults flying high in Marine on St. Croix
The sky is the big top at this outdoor trapeze camp for adults.
Stage & Arts
Guthrie Theater's 'Sunday in the Park' is an elegant stroll with art and heart
Review: Sondheim musical "Sunday in the Park With George" is a beaut at the Guthrie.
Home & Garden
Once-dreary lake cabin near Deerwood, Minn., gets a cheery makeover
Big windows and crisp red-and-white interiors refresh a 1920s cabin on a lake near Deerwood, Minn.
Stage & Arts
Dakota elders meet to ponder fate of 'Scaffold' materials
It was dismantled and removed from Sculpture Garden.
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Indian singer Shreya Ghoshal gives Springsteen run for his money in marathon St. Paul show
The international superstar didn't leave Twin Cities fans disappointed in weekend performance.
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Dos Baritones: Dale Watson, Ray Benson charm with easy humor, hot licks
Watson and Asleep at the Wheel brought old-school country to a full house at the Minnesota Zoo.
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Force not with all of St. Paul during one-man 'Star Wars' revue
Charles Ross faced some unexpected resistance at Ordway Center.
Home & Garden
Rock star naturalist leads 'wonder' walks at Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Volunteer's enthusiasm is contagious: "If you fall in love with nature, you'll never be bored a day in your life."
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Minnesota has its own 'adventure cat' – Max the paddleboarding kitty
Whether it's a paddleboard, pontoon boat or kayak, Max the cat will ride it.
Music
Mason Jennings returns with a chilly, sullen performance at the Minnesota Zoo
The enduring Minneapolis strummer has scaled back on his schedule in recent years and proved low-key on stage Saturday.
Stage & Arts
Off-Leash Area dancers offer poignant meditation on grief
Review: Off-Leash Area's show illustrates cyclical stages of loss.
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Rosenblum: Even with 'Option B,' grief remains a stubborn companion
Sheryl Sandberg explores how we best face adversity, build resilience and reclaim joy after loss or tragedy.
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Minnesota metal 'detectorists' track down rings, keys and memories
Metal detecting is a quirky hobby, but if you ever lose a wedding ring, these Minnesota enthusiasts are the ones to call.
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