Having made quite the commercial splash as R&B revivalists with their 2010 debut, Pickin' Up the Pieces, Los Angelino sextet Fitz and the Tantrums could have easily been forgiven for staying the course on their sophomore release. Instead the group opted to boldly modernize on this year's More... More >>

The 2012/13 McKnight Fellows in visual arts are an illustrious, industrious bunch. This exhibition demonstrates what they've been up to since receiving their fellowships. Architecture is somewhat of a theme: Jim Denomie — a trickster of the marvelous sort — has painted a large... More >>

To attain proper hipster status, one must practice the three B's: beards, beer, and Brooklyn. This week, the Brooklyn Brewery Mash, a celebration of Brooklyn art, food, and music, comes to the Twin Cities. Added bonus: They're bringing beer! (Beard up at your discretion.) The Mash will host a... More >>

Considering the daunting survival rate of new performance troupes, the Gremlin Theatre's enduring success is worthy of celebration. From its nomadic launch in 1998, to a six-year stay at the Loading Dock Theater, to its current residency in a space on the corner of Raymond and University... More >>

Fans and residents of the Wedge neighborhood will remember Muddy Waters as the coffee shop mainstay at the corner of 24th Street and Lyndale Avenue. And while rent was one of the reasons the shop left the space, instead of shutting down completely it moved down the street and expanded its... More >>

At first thought there wouldn't seem to be much of a correlation between modern art and mini golf. Whereas the former seeks to invigorate with innovative designs and abstract concepts, the latter is often considered a leisurely activity with an artistic aesthetic most charitably described as... More >>

This Saturday is going to be a fun night of art, music, performance, and fashion, as a whole cohort of artist groups are set to visit local businesses for ARTFRONT on Eat Street. Lost & Found thrift store (2524 Nicollet Ave. S., Minneapolis) is set to host a barbeque bash, where the folks from... More >>

1987 was a notable year for Minnesota: the Twins won the World Series, Prince released one of his best albums in Sign 'O' the Times, and St. Louis Park's own Coen Brothers released their first great comedy Raising Arizona. 1987 was also the year that Dr. Mambo's Combo was formed, and it just so... More >>

This summer, local literary magazine Paper Darts has corralled over 25 Twin Cities organizations to collaborate on a pop-up installation, dubbed "A Storefront for Storytellers." Paper Darts doesn't have a permanent residence, so the ongoing event will work as an experiment on what happens when... More >>

Fresh off its provocative exhibition of innovative, sustainably designed fashion, the little museum that can and does, the Goldstein Museum of Design, has assembled a lovely collection of printed textiles. Curators Jean McElvain and Kathleen Campbell have lifted from archival obscurity... More >>

If you're looking for a way to hook that special sweetie you've been eyeing, or if you just need a reason to get out on Monday night, then you need look no further than Bryant-Lake Bowl's Cheap Date Night. From 6 p.m. to midnight, $28 gets you two entrées, a bottle of wine or four beers... More >>

This two-part, dual-location exhibition celebrates the work of Beijing artist Wang Youshen. At the Regis Center on the U of M campus (Quarter Gallery, 405 21st Ave. S., Minneapolis; 612.625.8096), the "Wang" portion includes photography on walls and dangling from the ceiling that turns a... More >>

This two-part, dual-location exhibition celebrates the work of Beijing artist Wang Youshen. At the Regis Center on the U of M campus (Quarter Gallery, 405 21st Ave. S., Minneapolis; 612.625.8096), the "Wang" portion includes photography on walls and dangling from the ceiling that turns a... More >>

With its posh fireplace, leather seats for two, and dim lighting, it is easy to see the sexy appeal of this Foshay tower bar. And while it certainly looks expensive, during happy hour it isn't. From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. each day guests can order from a special $5 menu. Bar bites to share include... More >>

You may have heard rumblings about a sake restaurant opening in Uptown recently. Though it might be a little hard to find, despite its obvious location on Lyndale right by Lake Street, it's definitely worth a visit. And while the sake fridge at Surdyk's is certainly impressive, moto-i takes... More >>

On first look, Abraham Cruzvillegas's sculptures and installations have a Duchampian appeal with their incorporation of everyday objects. But on closer investigation, the work collected in "The Autoconstruccion Suites," the first mid-career exhibition for the Mexico City artist, has a dynamism... More >>

For reasons I will never understand, the number of places around the city that offer wi-fi and beer are sparse. However, the ones that do are spectacular. Acadia Café is certainly an example of a great place where you can check your email, write a school paper, and talk politics with... More >>

Visiting a bar that makes its own beer can be a dodgy affair. Though it is a noble art to brew one's own, it doesn't always work out for the best. Beers may turn out watery or strangely flavored, or you could end up with a handful of varieties that all somehow manage to taste the same. The fine... More >>

This Friday marks the return of Altered Esthetics' annual "Bike Art" exhibition. Each year, the gallery invites artists to create works inspired by bicycles, riding, and bike culture. This installment will feature pieces by 15 artists working in varying mediums, including screen printing,... More >>

Citizens of Minnesota visit its state parks for any number of reasons. Artist Cameron Zebrun journeys through the forests, along the streambeds, and across the escarpments of the state for inspiration. Nature's geography offers trailheads into his interior landscapes. Sculpture, light boxes,... More >>

Joseph Byrne's new works — casein on paper — are abstractions with straight edges pieced together like building blocks. Carolyn Brunelle's recent acrylic paintings are vibrantly colored abstractions brimming with the emotional intensity of a Van Gogh (without his signature... More >>

You might find yourself asking what it is you're looking at in "Everything Is Entrance," on exhibit in the SooVAC's Main Gallery space. That's kind of the point, as Lori Esposito's large-scale drawings are a bit Rorschach test, a bit black-light poster, a bit meditative mandala. "When we don't... More >>

Yes, Bad Waitress is an ironic title. No, you will not have a waitress this evening. Yes, you should tip the person who takes your order at the register. Here's how you do it: Pick a seat, peruse the menu, then pick up an order pad and write down what you want. Take it over to the register and... More >>

The Sample Room is known for its impressive list of flights and tapas-sized plates ideal for sharing. And while it's highly recommended to indulge every once in a while, this is not the only way to enjoy the Northeast hotspot's menu. If you're a little strapped for cash, their daily happy hour... More >>

This time last year, the area surrounding the corner of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue was alarming in its increasing vacancy. Victims of the economy included Heavenly Soles, Vera's Café, and jP American Bistro. Thankfully, things seem to be picking up. One recent addition is Sauce... More >>