Category: Local Culture
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St. Paul Oktoberfest 2019 at Schmidt Brewery
Produced by the Germanic-American Institute (GAI), the St. Paul Oktoberfest is just like the Munich original – held in September – with beer imported directly…
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Deb Says
The Guest House (Excerpted) This being human is a guest house.Every morning a new arrival.A joy, a depression, a meanness,some momentary awareness comesas an unexpected…
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Acme Scenic Arts goes Hollywood
Acme Scenic Arts has been producing sets, drops and props for 30 years. Its well-known projects include Dayton’s/Macy’s Christmas Shows, Bachmann’s Flower Shows, Prime videos and many…
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Hearts of Our People: Native Women Artists
The Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) has curated the first major thematic exhibition to explore the artistic achievements of Native women. The exhibition, which will travel nationally,…
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Irish Fair Celebrates 40th Year
The 40th annual Irish Fair of Minnesota, a three-day outdoor celebration of Irish heritage and culture, will be held Friday, Aug. 9 through Sunday, Aug. 11, 2019…
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To Peel or Not to Peel
FOOD MATTERS Take carrots, for instance. But you might also wonder about beets, potatoes, squash. I get asked this question from time to time, from…
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West End Artist Profile: Sid Korpi
Artist, teacher, actor, author, wedding officiant, editor, dog-walker, dancer and animal chaplain — Sid Korpi is a Renaissance woman now living on West Seventh, converting…
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The Way Church Offers Free Basketball Camps
Pastor Joseph Webb IV was a talented basketball player who was in the Howard Pulley Pro/Am (one of the county’s premier summer leagues) for three…
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Checking on Needs of Aging Loved Ones
Minnesota has an array of resources to keep in mind when gathering with family and friends. The Minnesota Department of Human Services and the Minnesota…
