A new book by Stephanie Wittels Wachs is an offshoot of podcast she and Jessica Cordova Kramer made about their brothers’ deaths. · Things to Do at Star Tribune ↗
Four days on Minnesota’s longest trail tested a first-time solo backpacker’s self-reliance — and showed how the kindness of strangers can help. · Things to Do at Star Tribune ↗
The award-winning ceramics artist is fighting the blight of beige houses, one vibrant lamp and cake stand at a time. · Culture at Mpls.St.Paul Magazine ↗
We Fest confirmed Tim McGraw but is also aiming for younger fans with Red Clay Strays, Riley Green and more newcomers. · Things to Do at Star Tribune ↗
Review: Thomas Sondergard captures the tangled emotions of Prokofiev’s Sixth Symphony in a concert that also brings Mozart’s sparkle and evokes an ocean. · Things to Do at Star Tribune ↗
Plus Laune Bread, Stelline Italian Kitchen, and Martiya all open (or reopen) Thursday, October 1. Hey… that’s today! It's the September Racket Restaurant Roundup. · Food & Drink at Racket ↗
The 12,500-square quilt, which was unveiled at the Minnesota State Capitol, represents stories of people whose lives have been uprooted by federal immigration enforcement. · Culture at Mpls.St.Paul Magazine ↗
Celebrating more than 30 years of throwing toilet paper, trouble with a capital T, and plenty of lipstick, Transvestite Soup makes space for unfiltered queer joy. · Culture at Mpls.St.Paul Magazine ↗
Every year, the Minnesota Zoo transforms an otherwise underutilized woodsy stretch into one of the region’s hottest Halloween attractions. · Culture at Mpls.St.Paul Magazine ↗
Highlights for Oct. 1-7 include Beck, Journey, Doja Cat, Sex Pistols, Mon Rovia, Andre Cymone and They Might Be Giants. · Things to Do at Star Tribune ↗
This week’s entertainment offerings include Doja Cat and Journey, new exhibits at Northern Clay Center and a last call for ‘Mothership.’ · Things to Do at Star Tribune ↗
Increasing temps—and a devastating last-minute cancellation in 2023—led Twin Cities in Motion to rethink the Twin Cities Marathon’s dates moving forward. What does that mean for the region’s runners? · Culture at Mpls.St.Paul Magazine ↗
Recognized for her breakout season, the Lynx’s young phenom is the sixth player in franchise history to win the award. · Culture at Mpls.St.Paul Magazine ↗