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2012 Stories by Jessica Armbruster

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  'Tabatha Takes Over' H Design salon in Lyn-Lake Minneapolis

  published Feb 27, 2012

  Last month, Tabatha Coffey of Tabatha Takes Over visited Jungle Red Salon & Spa to give  some tough love to owner Suzanne Erickson, who was struggling so hard to make ends meet that she was a... More >>

• MNFashion Week: The Shows

  published February 15, 2012

  The Shows, which is one of the few events of MNFashion Week that is directly produced by the organization, features three local designers at the... More >>

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  Oscar parties, vegan chili, Rock the Cradle: Freeloader Friday

  published Feb 24, 2012

  Even if you have no money, there's always something fun and free to do around town on the weekends. This installment of Freeloader Friday features a slew of CD-release concerts, a rockin' party for t... More >>

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  Faerie Tale Burlesque Theatre brings burlesque to St. Paul: Win tickets!

  published Feb 23, 2012

  While a plethora of burlesque troupes -- including Lili's Burlesque, Black Hearts Burlesque, and Le Cirque Rouge -- have heated up Minneapolis in recent years by hosting ongoing nights and special pe... More >>

• MNFashion Week: Styles for Smiles

  published February 15, 2012

  What's better than a party guaranteed to make you smile? Knowing that your participation will bring a smile to others as well. This... More >>

• Show 'n Tell Show

  published February 15, 2012

  While the likelihood of a network television station ever airing a talk show featuring design artists is low, that doesn't mean it's not a... More >>

• Lace and Gunpowder: The Male/Female Exhibit

  published January 11, 2012

  Juxtaposition, often a key concept in art, will be an important factor in "Lace and Gunpowder." For the show, artists have been paired with other... More >>

• WORKING TITLE: An Evolving Art Exhibit

  published January 25, 2012

  For their latest show, the folks at CO Exhibitions wanted to try something a little unconventional. So, rather than hosting an ongoing event where... More >>

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  Sklar Brothers at the Varsity Theater: Win tickets!

  published Feb 20, 2012

  While some comedy duos play off of the differences between the two -- man vs. woman, high-strung vs. laid back, smart vs. dumb, and so forth -- the Sklar Brothers come from a long line of comedy where... More >>

• Victorian Poetry Slam

  published February 8, 2012

  While letter writing may seem quaint these days, there's a certain elegence in handwritten love notes that is unmatched in this era. Will future... More >>

• Nerds at Heart's First Annual Love Fest

  published February 8, 2012

  Looking for love on Valentine's Day can be a dicey venture. Sure, it never hurts to put yourself out there, but searching for romance on the... More >>

• Poetry SlamMN's 17th Annual Erotica Slam

  published February 8, 2012

  Sometimes when you're in love, you've got to let it all out and share the warm fuzzies. Conversely, when your relationship goes down in flames,... More >>

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  Scott Seekins, bikes and beer, false eyelashes: Freeloader Friday

  published Feb 17, 2012

  Another week, another weekend full of free stuff to do. In this edition of Freeloader Friday we've got a party featuring work by and inspired by Scott Seekins, an artist who you have probably seen wa... More >>

• Be Mine: A Valentine Adoption + Art Fete!

  published February 8, 2012

  For many dog owners, their pups are part of the family. And while you may or may not have a human sweetie, your doggie is always more than happy... More >>

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  Edie Overturf: 100 Creatives

  published Feb 16, 2012

  Number 42: Edie Overturf City: Minneapolis Years spent living in MN: 18 monthsPrint artist, painter, and sculptor Edie Overturf may be new to the Twin Cities art scene, but her impact has already bee... More >>

• Best of Midwest Burlesk 2012

  published February 8, 2012

  For the next three days, the Ritz Theater will be hosting a festival dedicated to the art of burlesque. And while many folks performing are indeed... More >>

• Lake Hiawatha Heart Warmer

  published February 8, 2012

  This weekend, Lake Hiawatha Park will be busy with a family-friendly winter carnival. Here, guests will be able to enjoy horse and sleigh rides, a... More >>

• SlutFreeze

  published February 8, 2012

  Last fall, Minneapolis hosted its first SlutWalk, a multi-city march/protest where folks are invited to put on high heels, fishnet stockings,... More >>

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  Tim Meadows, Paul F. Tompkins named as part of Wits' all-star lineup

  published Feb 14, 2012

  Now in its third year, Minnesota Public Radio's Wits series takes lively banter, mixes it up with some musical guests, then throws in a little audience participation. The radio show, which is hosted b... More >>

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  Valentine's Day: Celebrate on the cheap

  published Feb 13, 2012

  With Valentine's Day falling on a Tuesday this year, we're guessing that many folks will procrastinate on putting together any special plans. But just because you elected to wait until Monday doesn't... More >>

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  Pre-Valentine's Day parties, Staraoke Karaoke: Freeloader Friday

  published Feb 10, 2012

  With Valentine's Day fast approaching, you may be wondering what you get your sweetie. This weekend features several great parties that should entertain as well as enable you to shop for the holiday.... More >>

• 126th Saint Paul Winter Carnival

  published January 25, 2012

  The original Saint Paul Winter Carnival was held in 1886 to showcase the greatness of the city despite its frigid temps. Depending on the... More >>

• Art Shanty Projects 2012

  published January 18, 2012

  Last seen on the ice in 2010, the Art Shanty Project will make its triumphant return to Medicine Lake this winter. Artists, performers, fashion... More >>

• The City of Lakes Loppet

  published February 1, 2012

  This weekend, the City of the Lakes Loppet will entertain folks with a variety of wintertime activities. Sporting events going on at various... More >>

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  Tina Blondell: 100 Creatives

  published Feb 09, 2012

  Number 43: Tina Blondell City: Minneapolis Years spent living in MN: 15 There are no pop-culture icons featured in Tina Blondell's portraits. Instead, she chooses to  capture regular folks in a... More >>