Books
Pulitzer Prize winner Hernan Diaz, Oscar-anointed Percival Everett and bestseller Rebecca Makkai coming to Hopkins for Pen Pals
Five top authors are featured in the annual lecture series, which is both in-person and virtual.
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Ticket-selling enters regulation era as Walz signs fee transparency into law
One state representative's ordeal purchasing Taylor Swift tickets served as the "genesis" of the legislation.
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Home & Garden
St. Cloud's Barbie house vies for HGTV's 'Ugliest House in America' crown
The winner of Season 5 in the HGTV series will be declared in mid-May.
Music
Latina music star Becky G will kick off 2024′s Minnesota State Fair grandstand series
The "Mamiii" singer will be only the second Latin music star to headline the grandstand in over a decade.
Eat & Drink
Groundbreaking Minneapolis restaurant Saffron is coming back
Chef/co-owner Sameh Wadi says he's ready to revive the critically acclaimed Middle Eastern eatery that closed in 2016.
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Filmmaker/novelist Miranda July writes about a mom who goes on an adventure in 'All Fours'
FICTION: Midway through her life, the narrator takes a detour from the expected into an unbounded exploration of desire.
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Guthrie's 'Skeleton Crew' reveals the pain and resilience of auto plant workers during the foreclosure crisis
We posed four questions to the cast and the director of the final play in Dominique Morisseau's Detroit trilogy.
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Peter Macon goes from North High School to Emmy Award to 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes'
Using motion-capture technology, the actor appears as a wise orangutan in "Kingdom."
Eat & Drink
El Sazon bringing its Mexican magic to Stillwater, and more restaurant news
Plus: Minnesota's most beautiful restaurant, rapid expansion for Dave's Hot Chicken, the closing of favorite Richfield restaurant, and new coffee alert.
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Nadia Cakes baker writes 'Minnesota spicy' romance novels with 'cinnamon roll' heroes
Nadia Cakes' Abby Jimenez has become a rom-com powerhouse and a booster for the state, setting modern tales in Lake Minnetonka, Ely and along the Root River.
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Critics' picks: The 15 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week
Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
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9 free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
Art, fashion and creativity highlight this weeks' events.
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SPCO musicians vote no confidence in leadership: 'It feels like we're dying'
The nonprofit's board said in a statement that it "unequivocally supports" Jon Limbacher, the managing director musicians are criticizing.
Stage & Arts
Review: 'Blended Harmony' at History Theatre shines light on Minnesota's Kim Loo Sisters with style
With clever writing, catchy songs and strong performances, the ambitious Theater Mu co-production lives up to expectations.
Music
Review: Minnesota Opera stages a most entertaining and energetic 'La Bohème'
Won Whi Choi as Rodolfo and Melinda Whittington as Mimi are in powerful voice in one of the most well-sung productions of the Giacomo Puccini opera.
Local
This ancient tree is one of the oldest in Minnesota. The warming climate might kill it.
The Legacy Tree, a northern white cedar, has withstood dozens of windstorms, endured drought, dodged fires and even escaped the lumber mill, which leveled the surrounding forest. It is a bridge to Minnesota's past — but it may not survive Minnesota's future climate.
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Ask Amy: A 50-year lie needs correcting
Family deserves to finally know the truth.
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Bonus mom tired of being in charge
Dad travels for work, leaving her to care for his kids as well as hers.
Books
Minneapolis writer Gretchen Anthony's novel peaks when its 'Tired Ladies Take a Stand'
FICTION: Four friends draw on decades of friendship to deal with a series of crises.
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