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Freeloader Friday: 91 Free Things To Do This Weekend

A big beard contest, free movies, tree lighting at Union Depot, and tons of holiday happenings.

Let’s Accept That Winter Is on Its Way in This Friday’s Open Thread

It's your turn to talk about whatever you want on Racket.

December 1, 2023

13 DFL Senators Slam Colleague for ‘Palestinian Youth’ Comment

Plus Frey snipes at council budget input, how some DFL amendments might fare, and a survey of the local airwaves in today's Flyover news roundup.

November 30, 2023

Vegan Ethiopian, Dino Bars, and More November News in the Racket Restaurant Roundup

Your monthly recap of comings and goings in the food/drink scene.

November 30, 2023

Miyazaki at the Main, Neo-Noir at the Trylon, and Christmas Movies Everywhere

Pretty much every movie you can see in Twin Cities theaters this week.

November 30, 2023

Weed Weviews: 4 Things I Tried in November

This month I tried a canned beverage with a dubious name, a THC-laced Cajun spice, a baked good, and a new gummy.

November 30, 2023

Inside Tropes & Trifles, the Twin Cities’ Only Romance Bookstore

Come on in, Booktokers—there's an enemies-to-lovers story with your name on it.

November 30, 2023

New Campaign Tactic? Phillips Wants Biden To Try Weed

Plus the Dayton's food hall now a pipedream, Metro Transit cracks down on free rides, and the first local climbing gym union in Minnesota in today's Flyover.

This Week’s Music Playlists Bring You Hot Dads, Seasonal Sads, and New Chanel Kicks

5 great new local tracks, 5 great new tracks from elsewhere.

November 29, 2023

Cool Trash’s Emma Crutcher Uses a Panini Press to Turn Garbage Into Art

She isn’t trying to save the planet with her business, but she is trying to make recycled, functional art.

November 29, 2023