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Eat & Drink
Finnegans debuts new brewery and taproom in downtown Minneapolis
The charitable brewing company finally has its own facility after 17 years in business.
TV & Media
Roseanne is back and she's a proud Trump 'deplorable'
The classic sitcom picks up where it left off — representing Americans too often forgotten by Hollywood.
Music
Skylark Opera's 'As One' sings compelling transgender tale
Review: In its Minnesota premiere, the hit opera speaks to identity and sexual politics.
TV & Media
As 'Roseanne' returns, Patricia Heaton and 'The Middle' prepare to bow out
The "Roseanne"-inspired series wasn't a hit, but still struck a chord in the Midwest.
TV & Media
Music
Without Crosby and Stills, Nash sparks wonderful nostalgia at Dakota Jazz Club
The enthusiastic Rock Hall of Famer told stories and harmonized with two other musicians in the first of two sold-out nights in Minneapolis.
Music
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This St. Paul musician just posted his 2,000th consecutive daily song to YouTube
Zachary Scot Johnson uploaded his first video on Sept. 6, 2012 and hasn't stopped since.
TV & Media
TV picks for March 21: Rachel Feinstein, 'Krypton,' 'Cheap Eats'
"Krypton" adds a grimmer chapter to the Superman saga.
Eat & Drink
New vegan bakery brings cupcakes and specialty cakes to White Bear Lake
Vegan East went from serving pop-ups and festivals to opening its own storefront.
Books
Review: 'The Italian Teacher,' by Tom Rachman
FICTION: In his third novel, Tom Rachman explores the high cost of having a genius in the family.
Books
Review: 'Disappointment River,' by Brian Castner and 'To the Edges of the Earth,' by Edward J. Larson
NONFICTION: Two books shine a light on the adventures of explorers of old.
Books
Review: 'Every Note Played,' by Lisa Genova
Fiction: Neuroscientist author of "Still Alice" explores ravages of ALS.
Books
Reviews: 'Alternate Side,' by Anna Quindlen, and 'Bizarre Romance,' by Audrey Niffenegger and Eddie Campbell
Author Anna Quindlen will be at Barnes & Noble Galleria at March 26.
Books
Review: 'The Sparsholt Affair,' by Alan Hollinghurst
FICTION: Changes radiate from wartime Oxford to span 70 years and dozens of characters.
Books
Minnesota authors Marlon James, Emily Fridlund win American Academy awards
The Minnesota writers were among 15 authors to be honored.
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