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MN Shortlist, Sept. 19-25: Trixie Mattel at Avant Garden and more
Minnesota Shortlist is your weekly curated roundup of recommended arts events from MPR News, this week including dance from Ananya Dance Theatre, French literature and crop art at Farm Aid.
From Italy to Powderhorn, the American Porch (and PorchFest) endures
At the 2025 Venice Biennale, Minneapolis designers Ross Altheimer and Maura Rockcastle unveiled a massive porch at the U.S. Pavilion as a symbol of community and togetherness, echoing local Minnesota PorchFests like Powderhorn’s, where porches become neighborhood stages for music, food and connection.
Autumn alert: Changeover to fall colors is happening quickly in northern Minnesota
If you’re thinking of a trip to Minnesota’s North Shore to catch the vibrant leaves this fall, don’t dawdle — the changeover to fall colors is well underway.
Native American elders celebrated in Richfield with proclamation, connection
A state proclamation marked the second Native American Elders Day this week. A gathering in Richfield brought people from across the state to celebrate elders and their contributions to Native communities and Minnesota.
Kimmel's suspension for Kirk comments sparks furor over free speech and censorship
After Jimmy Kimmel's show was suspended "indefinitely" for comments he made following Charlie Kirk's death, questions about free speech and just what is government censorship reach heightened levels.
Why beef prices are higher than ever (and shoppers are finally resisting)
American ranchers are raising the fewest cows in decades. Through the price increases, American shoppers have stayed loyal to their love of burgers and steaks — until now.
Farm Aid started 40 years ago to support local farmers during crisis
The festival started in the midst of the farm crisis of the 1980s and makes its Minnesota debut with founding members Willie Nelson, Neil Young and John Mellencamp. Bob Dylan was recently added to the lineup. 
Trump suggests U.S. troops could return to Afghan base over China concerns
Trump floated the idea during a press conference with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer as he wrapped up a state visit to the U.K. and tied it to the need for the U.S. to counter its top rival, China.