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Storyteller Greg Pickett sings as part of his story of perseverance on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2016 at Kieran's Irish Pub. Pickett's story on his journey through heroin addiction to sobriety won second place in the night.

At Kieran’s Irish Pub, storytellers pull the heartstrings of audience members

by Gunthar Reising
Published October 11, 2016
On Tuesday, storytellers gathered for the October edition of Story SlamMN, a night of tears, laughter and judgment.
Joy Spika prepares to hang a frame for the "Skins" exhibit at Intermedia Arts Center on Monday, Oct. 10, 2016. The exhibit explores themes of Native American identity and multiculturalism in America.

New exhibit at Intermedia Arts focuses on American Indian identities

by Joe Cristo
Published October 11, 2016
The new exhibit, entitled "Skin(s)" opens this week.

Culture compass: Smith, Stranger Things and the stage

by Gunthar Reising
Published October 6, 2016

Friday: Caroline Smith at the O’ShaughnessyIndie rock or ’90s R&B? Decide for yourself at The O’Shaughnessy this Friday, where Caroline Smith will coo her groovy R&B rhythms over an atmospheric...

A group of girls look on as Frank Kamish displays his book "Frank Henry and the Zooband Band" at Elmcrest Park in Ramsey on Saturday. Frank, a fifth grader at Lake Harriet elementary, illustrated the book, which he created alongside his father, Paul, and his uncle, David.

Meet Frank, the fifth-grader who illustrates children’s books

by Maddy Folstein
Published October 6, 2016
With the help of his dad and his uncle, fifth grader Frank Kamish has created a series of children’s books, and has his eyes set on Hollywood.
Slam poet Rachel Wiley performs at Button Poetry's Live show at Camp Bar in St. Paul on Oct. 3, 2016.

Button Poetry hosts poetry slam with featured artist Rachel Wiley

by Maddy Folstein
Published October 6, 2016

Glittering metaphors and powerful performance are the key factors to any successful spoken word poem. The poet behind the work is equally important — they bring the personality and stories to the...

Shop owner and tattoo artist Nikki Time poses for a portrait  at MPLS Tattoo Shop on Friday, Sept. 30, 2016 in Minneapolis. Nikki specializes in watercolor styled tattoos.

Running the parlor with a steady hand

by Gunthar Reising
Published October 6, 2016
A&E sat down with MPLS Tattoo Shop owner and artist Nikki Time to talk entrepreneurial starts, stylized tattoos and making the tattoo experience more friendly.
Fans cheer as Dark Star Orchestra performs at Skyway Theatre on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2016.

At Dark Star Orchestra, Grateful Dead fans feel the love, nostalgia

by Gunthar Reising
Published October 4, 2016
Midwest Deadheads congregated on Thursday for the Dark Star Orchestra concert at Skyway Theatre.

Culture compass: Activism, slacktivism and hacktivism

by Joe Cristo
Published September 29, 2016

Friday: Standing Rock Benefit version 2.0This is another fundraising effort for those who are protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline. Entry is donation-based — anything from $5 to $10 is accepted.YONI...

The Guthrie Theater's production of Sense and Sensibility, adapted by Kate Hamill and directed by Sarah Rasmussen.

Review: The Guthrie’s “Sense and Sensibility”

by Maddy Folstein
Published September 22, 2016
The Guthrie Theater’s production of “Sense and Sensibility” is charming, fresh and witty — just like the Dashwood sisters in the center of drama.
Abby Guggisberg practices aerial silks at Circus Juventas at their location in the Highland neighborhood of St. Paul on July 22.

At Circus Juventas, youth learn the ropes

by Sophia Vilensky
Published July 27, 2016
At Circus Juventas’ summer show, “Wonderland,” acrobatics students refine their craft and train for professional careers.

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