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Minneapolis Arts Commissioner and performer Janay D. Henry says she’s super excited to see “

” at Yellow Tree Theatre in Osseo. The show is a co-production with 

, a new company founded by some of the best theater talents in the Twin Cities. “Skeleton Crew” looks at the issues facing a small team of factory workers as the recession takes it’s toll on Detroit. Performances run through March 1. 

Roseville Area Middle School Theatre’s assistant director and props master Peg Cavanaugh highly recommends grabbing your favorite pillow and blanket and heading to University Lutheran Church of Hope in Dinkytown for “

.” This hourlong event features live music and poetry accompanied by projections of the universe on the ceiling of the church. Cavanaugh says the evening provides a breathtaking reminder of the beauty of the universe and a much-needed escape from news of the day. “Night Songs” takes place at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb 13. 

, which turns the northern Minnesota town into an open-air gallery. Approximately 400 works of art by local residents of all ages will be on display in shop windows. The art walk coincides with the town’s annual 

, which includes snow sculpting, guided hikes, and more. Both run Thursday through Feb. 16. 

Marianne Combs

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Plus Art Hounds recommend the Ely Art Walk and "Night Songs."

Plus, Art Hounds recommend the Ely Art Walk and "Night Songs."

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Female factory worker talks to two other workers

Art Hounds: A 'Skeleton Crew' struggles to survive in working-class America

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