Extreme Canines Stunt Dog Show thrills Minnesota State Fair audiences

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Mr. Stunt Dog, AKA Chris Perondi, takes pound dogs and turns them into extreme canines. New to the Minnesota State Fair, Perondi’s stunt dog show entertains packed crowds three times a day on the North Woods stage.Perondi, a native of Stockton, Cali., has specific criteria when searching for a rescue dog for his show, and they aren’t lap dogs. “I look for high energy dogs that love to have fun. Dogs that like to soar, spin, fly and jump. It takes a good six months to a year to train them in tricks and stunts,” he said.Perondi selects pups that have what he calls tunnel vision. Continue Reading

MUSIC PHOTOS | Slint at Mill City Nights

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“Last time we played in Minneapolis, it was 1989…” Slint played at Mill City Nights In Minneapolis on Sunday, May 11th with solo artist Wreckmeister Harmonies opening.Coverage of issues and events that affect Central Corridor neighborhoods and communities is funded in part by a grant from Central Corridor Funders Collaborative. 
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MUSIC PHOTOS | Washed Out play a dreamy set at First Avenue

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Perry, Georgia native Ernest Greene and his band Washed Out played for the first time in Minneapolis on Thursday, September 12th in First Avenue’s Mainroom. New York’s Haerts opened. Coverage of issues and events that affect Central Corridor neighborhoods and communities is funded in part by a grant from Central Corridor Funders Collaborative. Continue Reading

MUSIC PHOTOS | Animal Collective at First Avenue

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On Wednesday, September 11th, Baltimore’s Animal Collective played a sold-out 18+ show at First Avenue’s mainroom.Coverage of issues and events that affect Central Corridor neighborhoods and communities is funded in part by a grant from Central Corridor Funders Collaborative. Continue Reading