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2009 Stories by Jessica Armbruster

• Freeloader New Year's Eve

  published Dec 30, 2009

  (Photo by Mykl Roventine)Most of the following parties don't have fancy names. So if you are looking for a $100+ event named something like "Sparkle Glass Disco from Space: 2010 is 4 Realz," you proba... More >>

• Top 8 Hangover Breakfasts

  published Dec 30, 2009

  (Photo by anemoneprojectors) For those familiar with Christmas Vacation, there is a line about the holidays that rings very true. No, it's not when the old guy shouts "Squirrel!" It is during the hear... More >>

• Sinister but Sweet

  published December 30, 2009

  The title of this show is fitting given the creatures and situations local illustrator DC Ice portrays in her St. Paul solo show. Here guests will... More >>

• White Out 2009: Wipe the Slate Clean

  published December 30, 2009

  Wouldn't it be nice if we could white out our mistakes? One little swipe and past blunders would be gone. While this will never happen, we can do... More >>

• New Year's Eve Party

  published December 30, 2009

  For whatever reason, people are drawn to fountains flowing with food and drink. Whether it's the illusion of never-ending treats or the novelty of... More >>

• Freeloader Friday: Staraoke Karaoke, a CD-release show, and a big sparkling tree

  published Dec 25, 2009

  (Photo by SNAKPhotography) This week we have a very special karaoke night at Triple Rock, a CD-release show, and an iPod party in Uptown.  r(Photo by Ody5iu5)FRIDAY:A Very Special Xmas Staraoke P... More >>

• Kwanzaa Celebration

  published December 23, 2009

  The ongoing celebration of community togetherness and time spent with family continues at this special festival hosted by the Minnesota History... More >>

• Prints on Ice

  published December 23, 2009

  Now that the Highpoint Center has fully settled in to its new space around the corner from its old space, it's time for their annual showcase... More >>

• A Very Special Xmas Staraoke Party

  published December 23, 2009

  Just because it's Christmas doesn't mean you can't head out on the town like any other Friday night, right? Though many places will be closed... More >>

• Jewbilee 2009

  published December 23, 2009

  It's Christmas Eve and you have no family commitments, you don't need to go gift shopping for that cousin you forgot existed, and you don't have... More >>

• Kwanzaa Celebration

  published December 23, 2009

  Celebrated worldwide between December 26 and January 1, Kwanzaa began as a pan-African holiday marking periods of good harvest. Today, the event... More >>

• Dr. Sketchy's Anti-Art School

  published December 23, 2009

  Proudly boasting on its MySpace page that the event offers drinking, drawing, and debauchery, Dr. Sketchy Twin Cities promises to be more exciting... More >>

• Freeloader Friday: CD-release shows, binge drinking elves, and a peachy gallery party

  published Dec 18, 2009

  (Photo by kevindooley)This week we have huge list of free things to do including Christmas pub parties filled with beer-slamming Santas, dancing ladies, and rock bands.r (Photo by geishaboy500)FRI... More >>

• I Slept with Joey Ramone authors are in town tonight

  published Dec 18, 2009

  This evening Nick and Eddy (1612 Harmon Pl., Minneapolis, 612.486.5800) will host a truly unique Q&A, reading, and book signing when Mickey Leigh (Joey Ramone's brother) and Legs McNeil (dude from... More >>

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  Free pizza from Punch this Wednesday

  published Dec 15, 2009

  Last week Punch Neopolitan Pizza opened its newest location in Stadium Village (802 Washington Ave. SE, Minneapolis; 612.331.3122). The opening party included free beer and pizza and raised cash for t... More >>

• Pen Pals Lecture Series: Azar Nafisi

  published December 16, 2009

  Though she has written for publications including the New York Times, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal, Azar... More >>

• Mitch Omer

  published December 16, 2009

  It takes a rare personality to prompt others to state that they make "Anthony Bourdain look like an altar boy," but that is precisely what Jacques... More >>

• Making Spirits Bright

  published December 16, 2009

  Looking for something wholesome to do after taking your grandma out shopping? Or to entertain the kids who are home more now that it is Christmas... More >>

• Politi-Pop

  published December 16, 2009

  It's a classic question that most art students are familiar with: Is art inherently political? Can art be separated from the political system that... More >>

• Gods and Monsters

  published December 16, 2009

  Though the theaters never lack for scary movies each year, 33Design Gallery's current exhibit, "Gods and Monsters," focuses heavily on the more... More >>

• Holiday Extravaganza

  published December 16, 2009

  Thank god the holiday season doesn't have to be completely wholesome all the time. In fact, it can sometimes be a little silly, gaudy, and even... More >>

• Super Xmas Party

  published December 16, 2009

  There's something heartwarming about a Christmas party at a bar. You don't have to make small talk with your awkward cousins, you don't have to... More >>

• 4th Annual Naughty or Nice Party

  published December 16, 2009

  Unfortunately, it's just not cool to have your picture taken with Santa Claus in the mall when you are over 12. That said, you can have your... More >>

• SantaCon

  published December 16, 2009

  This will be the second year for the Santa-themed barhop in Lowertown, St. Paul. And while milk and cookies add to that big Santa belly, it's the... More >>

• Daily Happy Hours

  published December 16, 2009

  Daily happy hours are pretty rare. Even more rare are happy hours during the weekend at peak hours. This is what is offered at Azia. Their happy... More >>