Email Author Jessica Armbruster

2007 Stories by Jessica Armbruster

• Graphic Reality: Mexican Printmaking Today

  published November 21, 2007

  "Graphic Reality," a touring exhibit warmly received in both New York City and Chicago, hopes to expand people's perceptions of contemporary... More >>

• These Elves Went to Art School

  published November 21, 2007

  It would be fair to say that this is a small large show. What I mean by that is that over 20 artists were asked to create over 200 works where... More >>

• Robbers on High Street

  published November 14, 2007

  How many rock bands include a tuba in the instrumental repertoire? Robbers on High Street may be one of the few. It's featured on the waltzy... More >>

• Green & Fair Trade Gifts Fair

  published November 14, 2007

  Does your disinfecting cleaner emit cancer-causing toxins? Is there lead in your child's favorite toy? It's becoming less and less of a secret... More >>

• Ron Padgett

  published November 14, 2007

  The title of Ron Padgett's most recent collection of poetry is How to Be Perfect, and it's one that's presumably meant to be... More >>

• Calhoun Square Coffee Festival

  published November 14, 2007

  Once considered a scandalous beverage of vice, coffee has in recent years been studied by researchers who have taken a closer look at the effects... More >>

• The Current Fakebook with John Waters

  published November 7, 2007

  John Waters wants to be your ambassador of filth. In "This Filthy World," his one-man show, he quips: "All young people need someone bad to look... More >>

• Joe Sacco

  published November 7, 2007

  Can a comic artist also be a reporter? Though the skill set necessary may be rare, Joe Sacco has certainly provided a promising template with his... More >>

• Denise Rouleau and Mark Roberts: Art of the Catacomb

  published October 24, 2007

  If there's one universal truth to everything in living existence, it's that at some point we all die. Personal beliefs aside, one's culture often... More >>

• Twin Cities Media Alliance's 3rd Annual Public Forum: Life After Newspapers?

  published October 24, 2007

  As someone who works at a newspaper, I am often asked to explain what the hell is going on with the industry. In recent years, local newspapers... More >>

• Eulogies

  published October 24, 2007

  People probably won't expect a lot of upbeat tunes from a group called the Eulogies—and they would be correct to assume this. Lead vocalist... More >>

• It's Minnesota Beer Time!

  published Oct 25, 2007

  It's no shocker that the Midwest, often referred to as the Grain Belt, makes great beer. And though lately Minnesota has experienced a beer renaissance of sorts with brands such as Surly and Summit, a... More >>

• It's Minnesota Beer Time!

  published Oct 25, 2007

  It's no shocker that the Midwest, often referred to as the Grain Belt, makes great beer. And though lately Minnesota has experienced a beer renaissance of sorts with brands such as Surly and Summit, a... More >>

• Frank Warren

  published October 24, 2007

  Post Secret is one of the most widely read blogs on the internet. Confessors who wish to participate merely have to mail in a postcard confessing... More >>

• Frank Warren

  published October 24, 2007

  Post Secret is one of the most widely read blogs on the internet. Confessors who wish to participate merely have to mail in a postcard confessing... More >>

• Photobravo 2007: A Celebration of Photographic Art

  published October 24, 2007

  "Photobravo," a benefit to raise funds for the Minnesota Center for Photography, opened last week for your viewing pleasure. Featuring at least... More >>

• Halloween for Adults: Haunted House at the Soap Factory

  published October 24, 2007

  You may be too old to trick-or-treat, but that doesn't mean you can't celebrate Halloween, and in a non-passive way (e.g., watching a heavily... More >>

• Doug Hoverson

  published October 24, 2007

  It's no shocker that the Midwest, often referred to as the Grain Belt, makes great beer. And though lately Minnesota has experienced a beer... More >>

• Doug Hoverson

  published October 24, 2007

  It's no shocker that the Midwest, often referred to as the Grain Belt, makes great beer. And though lately Minnesota has experienced a beer... More >>

• Doug Hoverson

  published October 24, 2007

  It's no shocker that the Midwest, often referred to as the Grain Belt, makes great beer. And though lately Minnesota has experienced a beer... More >>

• Doug Hoverson

  published October 24, 2007

  It's no shocker that the Midwest, often referred to as the Grain Belt, makes great beer. And though lately Minnesota has experienced a beer... More >>

• Doug Hoverson

  published October 24, 2007

  It's no shocker that the Midwest, often referred to as the Grain Belt, makes great beer. And though lately Minnesota has experienced a beer... More >>

• Melissa and JW Buchanan: Little Friend of Printmaking

  published October 24, 2007

  Melissa and J.W. Buchanan's aptitude for brutal charm knows no bounds. Even Tijuana Skullfuck, the Milwaukee-based husband-and-wife team's... More >>

• Heeb Salon: Urban Kvetch

  published October 24, 2007

  For those not familiar with Heeb magazine, the publication playfully describes itself as "the bastard love child of Emma Goldman and... More >>

• Halloween for Adults: Haunting Experience

  published October 24, 2007

  You may be too old to trick-or-treat, but that doesn't mean you can't celebrate Halloween, and in a non-passive way (e.g., watching a heavily... More >>