36 novels, thrillers and young adult books to tempt you this summer
Whether you prefer a beach blanket or a breezy spot by the lake, we have the hottest thrillers, fiction and young adult titles to get you through August.
The 5 best things we ate in the Twin Cities area this week
What a week: A new-to-us cinnamon roll, soup to soothe summer ills, taste of the tropics with tostones, east metro barbecue and last call for Lowry Hill's BLT.
TV shows to watch: 'Never Have I Ever' throws a can't-miss graduation party
What TV critic Neal Justin is watching this week.
First look: See the Uptown Theater's makeover into Minneapolis' newest concert hall
The historic movie house will host its first public rock show Saturday following an overhaul from the company behind the Armory's rebirth.
Review: Guest conductor Gabor Takacs-Nagy is exultant in St. Paul Chamber Orchestra season finale
Bebe Zito is opening in Woodbury with ice cream, burgers and beer
It's the fourth location for Gabriella Grant-Spangler and Ben Spangler, who continue to build their creatively flavored kingdom.
Review: Robert Smith and the Cure offer deep cuts, dreary favorites for elated Minnesota fans
Thursday's sold-out Xcel Energy Center concert lasted nearly three hours with 29 songs.
Inspired
With input from Minnesotans, African native invigorates his homeland
Humble beginnings led to international influence.
Duluth
Duluth opera company's 'Cavalleria Rusticana' marks debut of secret soprano
Newbie Lacy Sauter is among the cast and crew of dozens of mostly local artists who are involved with the fiery one-act.
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