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Twin Cities woodworker has quietly become one of the state's social media stars
Matt Cremona has amassed a devoted online following by showing the hidden potential in the trees around us.
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The Minnesota Theater and the Capitol were once the biggest, grandest movie palaces in the Twin Cities
Minneapolis and St. Paul were once home to massive, elaborately designed theaters.
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The Puppy Chronicles: Leash walking 2.0
Over the past year, Angus and I have slowly gotten to a good place on the daily walks. But oh, it took a long time.
Inspired
Senior walkers embrace idea of coming together for a common purpose
The groups drew inspiration from Moai, a tradition that began in Okinawa, Japan.
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Inspired
Diner patrons treat WWII veteran to hearty breakfast every day
Patrons have been regularly paying for the 95-year-old's meal to thank him for his service.
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Lileks: Remembering a WWII vet, an American original, a father
What a remarkable fellow. They made so many, once. There are so few, now.
Books
Readers share their favorite spots for reading
We asked you to tell us about your favorite spots to read. Here's what you said.
Music
Twin Cities concerts of the week: Basilica, Lakefront, Deep Blues fests, Raconteurs
The big gigs for July 12-18, also including Parquet Courts, Pop 2000 Tour, Black Pumas, Snail Mail and the hard-rocking Northeast Food Truck Rally.
Books
Review: 'The Book of X,' by Sarah Rose Etter
FICTION: A woman born with a throbbing knot protruding from her torso navigates a weird and often cruel world.
Books
Review: 'Tell Me Who We Were,' by Kate McQuade
FICTION: Linked stories follow a group of girls from school days to maturity.
Books
Review: 'The Nickel Boys,' by Colson Whitehead
FICTION: In Colson Whitehead's devastating new novel, a teenager endures an institution of abuse.
Books
Reviews: 'Hawking,' by Jim Ottaviani; 'They Called Us Enemy,' by George Takei; 'How I Tried to Be a Good Person,' by Ulli Lust
GRAPHIC NOVELS: Two biographies and a memoir bring real people to life on the page.
Eat & Drink
Citing problems on Nicollet Mall, Haskell's Wine Bar has closed
The longtime wine and spirits shop remains open.
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