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MPR News has you covered with news and stories about local art and culture happenings across Minnesota.

Art Hounds: Art Hounds are members of the Minnesota arts community who look beyond their own work to highlight what's exciting in local art. You can explore arts events here, or become an Art Hound today.

Art Reviews: Our arts team offers insight on the latest in theater, music, visual arts and more. We explore the breadth of creativity and innovation found throughout Minnesota, offering audiences a deeper understanding of the works and artists shaping our cultural landscape. Read more here.

Art Friend: Everyone needs an art friend. Art Friend is a new segment with our arts team. Art spaces can feel exclusive and art can be confusing, obtuse, and even boring. But, especially with the right context, everyone can be a critic. So let us be your guide- your Art Friend. Listen or read Art Friend stories here.

Our arts coverage is made possible in part by the Minnesota Legacy Amendment's Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

'Fleishman Is In Trouble' flips expectations upside down

'Fleishman Is In Trouble' flips expectations upside down

Taffy Brodesser-Akner's debut novel seems like a 'Portnoy'-esque tale of a lovable lout, but halfway through, the story shakes itself up and reorients itself in a completely different direction.
by Lily Meyer

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A clearer map for aging: 'Elderhood' shows how geriatricians can help

A clearer map for aging: 'Elderhood' shows how geriatricians can help

Physician Louise Aronson treats patients who are in their 60s — as well as those who are older than 100. She writes about changing approaches to elder health care in the book, "Elderhood.
by Terry Gross

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'Hunger Games' prequel novel coming in 2020

'Hunger Games' prequel novel coming in 2020

Author Suzanne Collins says that she would go back to the years following the so-called "Dark Days," the failed rebellion in Panem.
by The Associated Press

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'Patron Saints of Nothing' is a book for 'the hyphenated'

'Patron Saints of Nothing' is a book for 'the hyphenated'

Young adult author Randy Ribay says it's tough having "a dual identity" in a world "where people want you to be one thing." His new novel explores the Philippine government's deadly war on drugs.
by Ashley Westerman and Noel King

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After years of work, northern Minnesota community celebrates restored city hall

After years of work, northern Minnesota community celebrates restored city hall

For more than 80 years, City Hall in Bigfork has been at the heart of that northern Minnesota community. Now, after a brush with possible demolition and years of hard work, the historic structure is restored and ready for the next eight decades.
by Andrew Krueger

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A Muslim in rural Minnesota talks about how to 'Love Thy Neighbor'

A Muslim in rural Minnesota talks about how to 'Love Thy Neighbor'

After Donald Trump's election, Dr. Ayaz Virji started giving talks to mostly white, Christian audiences in rural Minnesota to try to dispel misconceptions about Muslims. He faced a lot of backlash.
by James Doubek and Leena Sanzgiri

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