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Highlights — and 'Delight' — as live music returns to Minneapolis' Art-A-Whirl

The Sugarhill Gang was originally booked to play the 331 Club’s Art-A-Whirl party in 2020.

Hour-by-hour picks for this weekend, including rap legends Sugarhill Gang.

  • 10 ways to savor the return of Art-A-Whirl to northeast Minneapolis this weekend
  • The big gigs: 10 concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week

Elizabeth McGovern was 'giddy' to return to 'Downton Abbey'

Elizabeth McGovern says she has learned to appreciate the outlook of her character, Cora Crawley.

She's back, playing the lone American in the second movie based on the hit series.

  • Review: New era for 'Downton Abbey' has a shaky start, but in the end it feels like home

Bob Odenkirk winds down his journey as Jimmy, uh, Saul, no, Gene

Rhea Seehorn plays Kim Wexler and Bob Odenkirk is Jimmy McGill in “Better Call Saul.”

The midseason finale of "Better Call Saul" airs Monday on AMC.

Review: New era for 'Downton Abbey' has a shaky start, but in the end it feels like home

Penelope Wilton as Isobel Merton, left, and Maggie Smith as Violet Grantham in “Downton Abbey: A New Era.”

There's more of the same romance and shenanigans in this second movie spin-off.

Review: Minneapolis' Petite León redefines the local neighborhood eatery

Chef Jorge Guzmán's cozy restaurant proves that local hangouts can be fine dining, too.

Eat & drink insider

Cuddly Chip 'n Dale star in an animated movie that's surprisingly sharp

What our critics are watching this week.

Twin Cities singer-composer PaviElle French hopes to 'lift up' young musicians

The singer-composer is reimagining the way Twin Cities arts organizations should collaborate with the next generation.

Our Friday best: Jessie Buckley in 'Men,' Lucius, Pekka Kuusisto and a reimagined 'Firebird'

Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.

10 ways to savor the return of Art-A-Whirl to northeast Minneapolis this weekend

The nation's largest studio crawl is back in full force starting Friday.

The big gigs: 10 concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week

Live music highlights for May 19-25 include Lucius, Valerie June, Dua Saleh, PaviElle French and Pekka Kuusisto with SPCO.

With sequel plans, Rob Reiner turns 'Spinal Tap' up to 11

One of the most memorable lines — and Rob Reiner's personal favorite — of "This Is Spinal Tap" goes: "There's a fine line between stupid and clever."

Renowned composer George Lewis will invite Minneapolis concert to think about change

The forward-minded musician is the focus of a Walker showcase Saturday.

Review: Kendrick Lamar goes to a therapist and spills his guts on new album

Nuance and metaphor characterize his material about grief, mortality and a trans family member.

Travail Collective quietly opens ice cream and burger shop in northeast Mpls.

Plus there's a kickoff for the State Fair, Thai New Year celebrations and more.

Pen Pals 2022-23 season includes Annette Gordon-Reed, John Irving and others

Country queen Carrie Underwood will rock Target Center on Oct. 25

She'll promote her new album "Denim & Rhinestones" and bring Jimmie Allen to open the concert.

The best (and worst) wedding songs, according to Twin Cities DJs and singers

Forget tradition and go with your heart, they agree. But remember to listen to the lyrics first.

'Modern farmhouse' in Minneapolis' Seward neighborhood lists for $650K

The Seward neighborhood home is just seven years old.


BLOGS + COLUMNISTS

James Lileks

Lileks: Traveling can be a real trip

It's the only way to be safe.

Laura Yuen

Yuen: There's a burden in being confused for The Other Asian. Just ask my work doppelgänger

Constantly being mistaken for someone else makes you wonder if our praise is warranted and if our actual achievements are seen.


Eat & Drink

The carne asada at Petite León in Minneapolis’ Kingfield neighborhood.

Review: Minneapolis' Petite León redefines the local neighborhood eatery

Travail Collective quietly opens ice cream and burger shop in northeast Mpls.
The coolest new trend for weddings: Mobile bars
The 5 best things we ate in the Twin Cities area this week

Home & Garden

'Modern farmhouse' in Minneapolis' Seward neighborhood lists for $650K

'Modern farmhouse' in Minneapolis' Seward neighborhood lists for $650K

Check out these award-winning homes designed by Minnesota architects
Design experts share favorite home improvement projects for less than $2,000
Home listings: What $489,000 buys you in the Twin Cities area

Music

The Sugarhill Gang was originally booked to play the 331 Club’s Art-A-Whirl party in 2020.

Highlights — and 'Delight' — as live music returns to Minneapolis' Art-A-Whirl

Twin Cities singer-composer PaviElle French hopes to 'lift up' young musicians
The big gigs: 10 concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Renowned composer George Lewis will invite Minneapolis concert to think about change

Celebs

Rosmarie von Trapp, whose family inspired “The Sound of Music,” has died at age 93.

Rosmarie Trapp, whose family inspired 'Sound of Music,' dies

Agent, business manager chart Johnny Depp's rise and fall
With sequel plans, Rob Reiner turns 'Spinal Tap' up to 11
Female country stars to join Wynonna Judd on tour this fall

Movies

Penelope Wilton as Isobel Merton, left, and Maggie Smith as Violet Grantham in “Downton Abbey: A New Era.”

Review: New era for 'Downton Abbey' has a shaky start, but in the end it feels like home

Cuddly Chip 'n Dale star in an animated movie that's surprisingly sharp
Elizabeth McGovern was 'giddy' to return to 'Downton Abbey'
With sequel plans, Rob Reiner turns 'Spinal Tap' up to 11

Inspired

Children at Lake Harriet United Methodist Church in Minneapolis played in a pile of (plastic-wrapped) pillows, which will be donated to local homeless

Pillow fort at Minneapolis church is more than just fluffy fun

Documentary showcases power of women, including its Minneapolis director
At age 101, he finally gets his high school diploma
With a little human help, monarchs are back, at least this year

Taste

Beef and plantain arepa with Hola sauce tastes even better on a patio.

The 5 best things we ate in the Twin Cities area this week

As the growing season slowly starts, look to Twin Cities area farmers markets
Nostalgia is on the menu at Twin Cities restaurants
Craft beer and craft cocktails are a winning combination for warm-weather drinking

Health

A 13-year-old’s confinement for one month in Children’s Minnesota hospitals in Minneapolis and St. Paul reflects a growing problem of hospitals ge

Teen's month-long hospital stay underscores challenges facing children in crisis

Biden invokes Defense Production Act for formula shortage
New COVID-19 variants of concern found in Minnesota
A third of US should be considering masks, officials say

Style

Design of the Times at Paisley Park will kickoff Black Fashion Week MN.

Black Fashion Week MN gives a nod to Prince as a fashion icon

Derby Day brings fashionistas to Canterbury Park
Fashion Week MN offers stylish takes on spring and summer ensembles
Breast cancer survivor and lingerie designer shatters taboos

TV & Media

Garrison Keillor rehearses his set and does a sound check Saturday, March 26, 2022 at Memorial Auditorium in Worthington, Minn. ] ALEX KORMANN • ale

Old fans welcome Garrison Keillor on the comeback trail — but not everyone's thrilled

Series on making 'The Godfather' is an offer film lovers can't refuse
Maria Bamford and Steve-O join Minneapolis Comedy Festival

Travel

The New Mexico Museum of Art in Santa Fe exemplifies the distinctive architecture of the town.

Travelers can find a little bit of everything in Santa Fe, N.M.

Delta reverses a new restriction on its Sky Club lounges, keeps another
Summer travel is roaring back. Are higher prices and demand impacting your plans?
Travel Troubleshooter: Refund for Spanish train in vain

Stage & Arts

Art-a-Whirl revelers took in a concert outside the 331 Club.

10 ways to savor the return of Art-A-Whirl to northeast Minneapolis this weekend

'Moulin Rouge' dance captain relishes return to Twin Cities home
Highlights — and 'Delight' — as live music returns to Minneapolis' Art-A-Whirl

Books

Kelly Lytle Hernandez

Review: 'Bad Mexicans,' by Kelly Lytle Hernández

Review: 'The Perfect Golden Circle,' by Benjamin Myers
Review: 'You Have a Friend in 10A,' by Maggie Shipstead
Review: 'The Palace Papers,' by Tina Brown

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Minnesota Somali singer fights deportation as he faces death threats in native country

The Minneapolis resident who came to the U.S. as a refugee teenager said he fears militants will kill him if he's deported to Somalia.


Lizzo announces new HBO documentary: 'It takes 10 years to become an overnight success'

"About Damn Time" will premiere this fall.


The coolest new trend for weddings: Mobile bars

Craft cocktails, Instagrammable moments and an entire truckload of bubbly make receptions stand out.


What's trending in Twin Cities wedding cakes: modern styles, dessert buffets and the personal touch

Wedding season is the busiest for this St. Paul bakery.


Ask Amy: Divorce request comes out of the blue

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