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Internet memes go viral, spark controversy at University of Minnesota
The first University of Minnesota meme on Facebook was posted at 10:52 a.m. Tuesday.
More than 24 hours and 5,000 Facebook “likes” later, the University of Minnesota Memes page has dominated students’ news feeds.MORE »
SUNDAY PICK | Jungle love: Take your Valentine to dinner at the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory
"1-2-3-4-5, senses working overtime. That’s the sensation diners will encounter when the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory opens its gardens for a truly unique dining experience." Not since Mandy Moore's cover version has XTC's classic song been quoted so awkwardly, but the Conservatory staff ain't whistling "Dixie" when they say that they're offering "a truly unique dining experience." On February 12, 13, and 14, the Conservatory will be offering candlelit dinners in the North Garden and Palm Dome. You'll enjoy a "gourmet dinner prepared by Lancer Catering," music by the Baroque Trio, and "the soothing sounds of the water feature in each garden." All this for only $165 per couple. Darling, you had me at "water feature."
Treat taste test: Seven Stars Coffee House
Sadie the Wonderdoodle has lodged an official complaint with Sidewalk Dog.MORE »
THURSDAY PICK | El Dorado Conquistador Museum: Now with more booze and photo booths
Have you ever been to Minneapolis's El Dorado Conquistador Museum? No? Oh, but I think you have. Have you ever been to the Kitty Cat Klub? Local writer Eric Dregni formerly curated the museum—er, "museum"—in a law school bookstore, but the gems of the collection are now on view in the KCK's pool room. It's what's left of America's only museum dedicated to the effluence of kitschy conquistadors that became faddish in the late 60s and early 70s after Man of La Mancha became a smash hit on Broadway and in movie theaters.MORE »
Chicks arrive
I had planned on writing about the amazing Immigrant and Minority Farmers Conference I attended for the 4th year in a row and this year presented at. But that will have to wait till Friday because I am brimming with news about the chicks.
World's Toughest Rodeo at the Xcel Energy Center: Denim, pyrotechnics, and well-worn Wranglers
Kara Nesvig: So, Marcus, we went to the World's Toughest Rodeo at the Xcel Center on Saturday night. What did you wear? I think we better address our ensembles straight off the bat; inquiring minds want to know.
Marcus Michalik: I tried to get into as a much of a character from Country Strong as I possibly could, so I put on my best three colors of denim and accented it with a little blue bandana. I think the people would much rather know what you wore, however.MORE »
February festivals
Oops--a little late. Mea culpa. It's been that kind of winter already. It hasn’t been much of a winter, has it? Even some of the beloved winter events have either been cancelled or altered to cope with the lack of snow and cold. But never fear; here are some fun things to do.MORE »
"Diana: A Celebration" opens at Mall of America
Diana: A Celebration is now open on the Mall of America’s fourth level, in the former America’s Original Sports Bar. Located across from Cantina #1 on the way to the mall’s movie theaters, and a stone’s throw from Hooters and Dick’s Last Resort food establishments, it seems an odd place for an lady of Lady Diana’s caliber.MORE »
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