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Tips on putting your best feet forward for summer
Summer is hard on feet. What can we do to keep them looking good?
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'Small Garden Style' applies interior design principles to flora
'Small Garden Style' uses design principles to let you discover your aesthetic in plants. By Rohan Preston
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Bored with running, biking or hiking? Try some of these outdoor activities
Not all outdoor pursuits involve getting on a crowded path. Here are suggestions for things to do in the parks, in the woods and on the water.
Eat & Drink
New restaurant by a star chef coming to former Blackbird Cafe in Minneapolis
The former chef of Surly Brewing Co. and Solera returns to Twin Cities.
Movies
There's no new Pixar movie this summer, so here are 7 of the best to rewatch
There's no new film this summer, but here are some classics from the astonishingly reliable animators.
Music
Adam Levy finds harmony in Turn Turn Turn – even when they can't sing together
Debut LP by Adam Levy's harmonious trio has arrived at either the worst or best time.
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Minnesota maker's jewelry inspired by wild places close to home
Her jewelry is inspired by wild places close to home.
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Pro Rata plans to resume producing live theater in November
Although some previously-announced plays are on the books, Theatre Pro Rata may be first to announce a season during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Mpls. therapists hope to heal communal pain: 'Let's try to build a bridge'
With weekly events, the couple aims to bring people together to share their perspectives and listen to one another, while incorporating exercises to calm the body and mind.
Home & Garden
Black birdwatchers make up a small slice of the birding world
After viral Central Park video, black birders organize to create nature-based online community.
Music
Prince's Paisley Park will reopen on July 1 with new health protocols
Masks will be required but you can buy Purple branded ones at the door with credit cards.
Music
Minneapolis pianist wins $50K award – for a contest that hasn't happened yet
In an "act of immense generosity," the American Pianists Association offers a financial lifeline to Kenny Broberg and four other finalists.
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Walker Art Center lays off 33 part-timers as it plans program cuts
The museum expects a 26% drop in revenue as its prepares to reopen on July 16.
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Minneapolis Institute of Art cuts staff in response to pandemic
Citing "economic uncertainty" due to the pandemic, the museum cut 39 jobs and reduced leaders' pay by 15%.
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Old cemetery on busy Lake Street hosts some famous Minnesotans
Pioneers and Soldiers Memorial Cemetery is a quiet respite from the city.
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