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The Cipher

The Cipher

Ambitious and ascending, Governor Tim Pawlenty is a champion to some—and a mystery to many.

How to Survive the Republican National Convention

How to Survive the Republican National Convention

Whether you’re heralding or heckling, here’s what you need to know.

Paradise Found

Paradise Found

From waterfalls in the north to waffle shops in the south, Minnesota offers plenty of places to sate a traveler’s hunger for scenic views, tasty food, quiet rest, and family fun. Plus, a few...

Taste of Minnesota

Taste of Minnesota

Local vineyards have begun to yield wines worth talking about. Here, a tour of four bottle stops.

Barbeque Buccaneers

Barbeque Buccaneers

Smalley’s in Stillwater serves up barbecue—pirate style.

Columns

MN Then: Stroke of Fortune

How three Minnesotans helped propel the Yale rowing team—and the United States—to the gold medal at the 1924 Olympics in Paris.

The Treatment: Hot-Lather Shave

A close shave at Heimie’s

Notes from Next Door: Easy Living

Is a desire for convenience another way of saying you’re lazy?

A Likely Story: Party Time

The state fair and the GOP convention: How to tell them apart

Sue Z: Sue Z. Says

Summer tips

Departments

Foreword: Here and Now

Mail: Your Letters

Comments from readers regarding the last issues of Minnesota Monthly

Talk: Beijing Bound

Q&A with Patricia Mitchell, Dear Paul, and More

Talk: Reviews

A review of Crazy Good, The Man in the Blizzard, Wolves and Wishes, and Sweet Prudence

Best Bets: The Agenda

Theater, art, concerts & more—your best bets for August

Counter Culture: Flirt Boutique

Brevity is a virtue at the lingerie shop Flirt.

Style File: August 2008 Style File

The latest store openings, e-style & more

Destination: Hudson

Local art, high fashion, and fresh food bring out the best in this bustling river town

The Look: The Tunic

For summer, a tunic’s terrific.

Quick Bites: Indio

Fun, fresh, creative Mexican comes to Uptown

Quick Bites: Dancing Ganesha

Not the same old, same old sambal

Arts: Fringe Benefits

Minnesota’s Fringe Festival is one of the biggest in the world, attended by thousands and propelling lots of new talent into the spotlight. But whether it launches careers is a matter of debate.

Elizabeth's Picks: Private Island

No need to hit the beach when you can conjure it up at home with these tropical treatments

Scene: August 2008 Scene

The Hard Hat and Black Tie Gala, The Serengeti Serenade, The Thank God for Kids gala, Greater Twin Cities United Way's Tocqueville Society Awards Dinner, and Symphony Ball 2008's "Thank You for the...

MNMO Blogs

Dear Dara: Illegal Sneak Peek - The New Manny's & Prohibition
Blog by Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl
08.07.08

Style File: Raze the Roof
Blog by Elizabeth Dehn
08.04.08

Front & Center: Fringe Hits and Misses
Blog by Tim Gihring
08.04.08

 

  

Quick Bites: La Chaya Bistro and Jasmine 26.

A Look Inside
Watch our virtual tour of Restaurant Indio, a new Mexican restaurant in Uptown.

Our Upcoming Events

Women of Influence Luncheon Series

August 21, 2008 • Noon at Bellanotte

Join us for “an intimate conversation,” featuring WCCO Radio’s on-air personality Sue Zelickson. Sue will be revealing her top picks of all seasons. Proceeds will benefit the Kids Café program of Perspectives, Inc and The Cookie Cart.

Purchase tickets here or call 612-371-5800, ext 5816.


Twin Cities Fresh Taste Festival

August 17, 2008 | Nicollet Island Pavilion | 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Join us at the inaugural Twin Cities Fresh Taste Festival, a day-long event to celebrate the best in organic, local and sustainable food products and wines.

Buy tickets online. For more info, visit www.freshtaste.com

Scene

Unlock the Silence
Benefited RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) More »

Pictured: Julie Olson, Martina McBride, Michael Bublé, and event co-chair Lisa Doyle.

Slideshow Archives »

Events

Aug 7, 2008
Brain Health with Dr. Richard Golden
The reports are in. Research links diabetes to Alzheimer’s disease and the statistics are alarming … An estimated 14.6 million people...

Aug 7, 2008
Color Directions
Get tips and ideas on developing a color scheme for your home that reflects your personal taste and design style.

Aug 7, 2008
Great Hall of Honor
An exhibition of 51 information banners highlighting University of Minnesota Horticultural Research Center plant and fruit introductions over its...

Aug 7, 2008
Latino Business & Professional Connection
MN Latino Business & Professional Connection is a monthly event that facilitates the sharing of knowledge and building of professional...

Aug 7, 2008
MN150
On May 11, 1858, the Minnesota Territory was admitted to the Union as the 32nd state. In anticipation of the sesquitennial anniversary of our...

Aug 7, 2008
Plant Identification
Learn how to identify and understand the characteristics of 10 popular plant families during a two-part class. 

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