Books
November 24, 2015

Review: 'Charlie Mike,' by Joe Klein

Book review: Journalist Joe Klein examines how we treat (or don't treat) our returning veterans.
Stage & Arts
November 24, 2015
The cast of the Guthrie Theater's production of The Cocoanuts, directed by David Ivers. The Guthrie Theatre. 2015. The Cocoanuts. Photo: Jenny Graham.

Guthrie Theater's 'The Cocoanuts' is a hard nut to crack

REVIEW: This take on the Marx Brothers huffs and puffs far too much for its laughs.
Stage & Arts
November 24, 2015
Bob Stromberg starred in "That Wonder Boy," which opened several years ago at the Music Box Theatre.

'That Wonder Boy,' created by Twin Cities performer, wins 3 NY theater awards

The piece, written by Twin Cities performer Bob Stromberg, was named "Best One-Man Show"
Variety
November 24, 2015
Spooky music: Stephen King goes to the opera

Spooky music: Stephen King goes to the opera

The Minnesota Opera workshopped a new musical version of King's scariest story last weekend.
Variety
November 24, 2015

Gallery: Minnesota moments of thanks

Minnesotans share their moments of gratitude for Thanksgiving.
Movies
November 24, 2015
In "Spotlight," Gary Galone as Jack Dunn, right, is confronted by Michael Keaton as Boston Globe editor Walter Robinson and Rachel McAdams portraying

Boston College rep slams his portrayal in 'Spotlight' as 'fabricated'

"Spotlight" has received an overwhelming amount of critical praise for its depiction of the Boston Globe's uncovering of sexual abuse in the Roman Catholic Church — but one real-life figure in the scandal said the film induced him to vomit.
Music
November 24, 2015
Minneapolis rap trio Mixed Blood Majority enters 'Foxes Den' ahead of Dec. 4 album release

Minneapolis rap trio Mixed Blood Majority enters 'Foxes Den' ahead of Dec. 4 album release

The second album by Crescent Moon, Joe Horton and Lazerbeak arrives next week ahead of the Dec. 11 release party at First Ave.
Music
November 24, 2015
Journey to roll with the Doobie Brothers Aug. 9 at Xcel Center

Journey to roll with the Doobie Brothers Aug. 9 at Xcel Center

The San Francisco oldies rockers are joining forces for a summer tour with Dave Mason.
Books
November 24, 2015
From ‘Game Changer,’ by John Coy, illustrated by Randy DuBurke, published by Carolrhoda Books, an imprint of Lerner Publishing Group, 20

Minneapolis author John Coy recounts basketball's racially integrated Secret Game

Minneapolis author John Coy tells the remarkable story of one of basketball's first integrated games.
Home & Garden
November 24, 2015
: Photos by Val Cunningham 1. An eager young Burroughs Birder has just noticed a blue jay landing in a tree at the back of her school.

Schoolkids discover birds in their backyard

A mentor guides a weekly outdoor experience for an eager group, putting down tracks for a future in touch with nature.
Books
November 24, 2015
Celebrities
November 24, 2015
"The Simpsons"

Did you catch subtle 'Peace for Paris' tribute on Sunday's 'Simpsons' episode?

"The Simpsons" sent a message for peace in Paris on Sunday's episode, but it was so subtle, viewers may have blinked and missed it.
Celebrities
November 24, 2015
C.J.: Donny Osmond prefers to feel the groove when Weeknd's having face problems

C.J.: Donny Osmond prefers to feel the groove when Weeknd's having face problems

Variety
November 24, 2015

Have your best Thanksgiving meal ever with help from our experts

There's no need to fret over Thursday's big meal. From carving the turkey to whipping up the gravy to making the pie crust, we've gathered the best, tastiest Thanksgiving tips ever.

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