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Obsidian Arts takes on “sagging”

November 25, 2009 7:23 AM

Obsidian Arts takes on “sagging”

Why do we react so strongly to guys who let their jeans sag below their hips?

by Marianne Combs

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November 24, 2009 11:05 AM

A case of “Museum Legs”

Author Amy Whitaker is a fan of museums, but thinks they need to be retooled for modern life.

by Marianne Combs

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November 24, 2009 5:07 AM

“The Road” is worth the trip

The film adaptation of Cormac McCarthy's novel is bleak, but deeply moving

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November 23, 2009 5:28 AM

Giving to the arts when people are hurt or hungry

How do we decide who to give our money to? How do you 'justify' giving money to an organization that many see as a luxury, not a necessity?

by Marianne Combs

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Sadness, terror, and hope in “Precious”

November 20, 2009 10:15 AM

Sadness, terror, and hope in “Precious”

A tough movie with a lot to say.

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Your Weekend Arts Outlook

November 20, 2009 8:23 AM

Your Weekend Arts Outlook

Still haven't figured out what you're doing this weekend? Here are a few highlights to consider.

by Marianne Combs

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November 19, 2009 12:22 PM

Non-profits on Give to the Max Day

Leaders at a range of Minnesota non-profits share their experiences with GiveMN.org and "Give to the Max Day."

by Marianne Combs

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November 19, 2009 2:56 AM

How MPR did in “Give to the Max Day”

As promised, transparency and numbers.

by Marianne Combs

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Art Hounds: Vic Chesnutt, Dash Shaw and student art

November 19, 2009 1:09 AM

Art Hounds: Vic Chesnutt, Dash Shaw and student art

This week's art hounds sniff out a new book by a local comic book artist, a gut-wrenchingly honest singer-songwriter and some great deals on work by budding artists.

by Marianne Combs

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November 18, 2009 4:27 AM

GiveMN: a look at the preliminary numbers

Approximately 13 million dollars was given to more than 3,000 Minnesota non-profits in less than 24 hours. So what did we learn?

by Marianne Combs

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