Music
July 28, 2017
Lakes Area Music Festival associate artistic director John ­Taylor Ward and artistic and executive director Scott Lykins.

Looking for classical music in Minnesota in August? Check out these 3 festivals

Enterprising musicians have started three festivals in the Twin Cities and Brainerd.
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July 28, 2017
Scholarship recipients Carina Ruiz, Jessica Sanchez (with Chispita), Isaiah Haupt (with Piper), Sabrina Henke and Alma Godinez.

Scene + Heard: Page Education Foundation Doggie Walk

"Whistle while you walk" was the catchphrase as canines and their humans went for a stroll around Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis on a lovely summer morning.
Eat & Drink
July 28, 2017
Garlic sauces from Grlk.

What's new at Twin Cities farmers markets? Try these 5 food products

Looking for new and innovative food products? They're at the farmers market.
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July 28, 2017
From a ridge top above our campsite we could see the limestone mesas that surround Arches National Park.

Call of the Colorado River leads to a family pilgrimage

A grandmother's love for the river led to a family pilgrimage, complete with RV and white-water rapids.
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July 28, 2017
The Victorian Room in the Dennis Severs’ House in London.

At Dennis Severs' House in London, guests tour in complete silence

The home of an eccentric collector takes guests on an immersive tour of London history.
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July 28, 2017
Remodeled Armory to host days-long entertainment during Super Bowl

Remodeled Armory to host days-long entertainment during Super Bowl

The remodeled building will continue to be a venue for concerts and large events after the Super Bowl.
Travel
July 28, 2017
A mangrove forest in Sri Lanka, where efforts are being made to ensure these tropical trees don't disappear. (Elaine Glusac/Chicago Tribune/TNS)

Eco concerns fuel travel to fragile spots

Travel industry responds to interest with more climate-focused trips.
Stage & Arts
July 28, 2017

Juggling, squabbling, confessing: 5 Minnesota Fringe Fest shows worth a peek

Music
July 27, 2017
Wiz Khalifa headlines the Big Fancy Go Show, a new downtown block party from hip-hop station Go 95.3.

Twin Cities concerts of the week: André Cymone at Turf Club, Wiz Khalifa at downtown Minneapolis block party

Your guide to the Twin Cities' must-see shows.
Variety
July 27, 2017
Nature-based play area at Springbrook Nature Center . Provided by Springbrook Nature Center

New play area, amphitheater at Springbrook Nature Center

Stage & Arts
July 27, 2017
Piece from "Interference" by Liza Sylvestre

Minneapolis gallery SooVAC opens three shows

Stage & Arts
July 27, 2017

Circus Juventas picks up Thor's hammer for its new show 'Nordrsaga'

Music
July 27, 2017
December 26, 1986 Michael Johnson: "I had an identity crisis when I was offered a gig at Gilley's. I can't play dance halls for two-stepping cowboys."

'Bluer Than Blue' singer Michael Johnson dies at 72

The pop and country hitmaker spent much of his career in the Twin Cities.
Stage & Arts
July 27, 2017
Sean Neely

Controversial pedophilia-themed show back in Minnesota Fringe Festival

Festival officials say the show was billed to them simply as "Sean Neely."
Variety
July 27, 2017
LALA Festival brings New York performing artists to Minneapolis

LALA Festival brings New York performing artists to Minneapolis

Chantal Pavageaux and Billy Noble curate critical performance works into the Twin Cities
Variety
July 27, 2017
Twin Cities' 5 must-see art shows this weekend

Twin Cities' 5 must-see art shows this weekend

What's art hot this weekend?
Music
July 27, 2017
From Guns N' Roses to U2: Ranking the Twin Cities' 5 upcoming stadium concerts

From Guns N' Roses to U2: Ranking the Twin Cities' 5 upcoming stadium concerts

What to expect from the big gigs, including this weekend's head-banger and head-scratcher lineups.
Music
July 27, 2017
This cover image released by Interscope Records shows "Lust for Life," the latest release by Lana del Rey. (Interscope Records via AP)

New album reviews: Lana Del Rey offers melancholy with a wink, Declan McKenna offers promising debut

TV & Media
July 27, 2017

TV picks for July 28-30: 'Room 104,' 'Still Star-Crossed,' 'Wild Alaska Live'

Movies
July 27, 2017
Catherine Deneuve and Catherine Frot in "The Midwife." (Music Box Films) ORG XMIT: 1206865

Mini-reviews of 'The Midwife' and 'The B-Side'

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