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Jazz88 FM KBEM presents ‘A Weaving of Traditions’

May 13, 2013 — Leave a comment

Here is another fine event for music lovers, particularly those who enjoy the world of jazz.  Jazz has long been recognized as America’s original musical art form. However, predating jazz, there was another form of music rooted in this land – the music of the Native Americans.

Sundin Music Hall, located on the Hamline University Saint Paul campus, is recognized as one of the most intimate and best-sounding performance spaces in the Twin Cities. Literally, there is not a bad seat in the house.

Jazz88 presents a new project that serves to intertwine both musical styles. A Weaving of Traditions, an evening of Native American music and interpretation, takes place on Saturday, June 8, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. at Hamline University’s Sundin Music Hall in St. Paul, Minnesota.

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‘Destination Twin Cities’ coming to The Lab Theater in Minneapolis

April 11, 2013 — Leave a comment

Coming to The Lab Theater in June:  Two Minnesota artists have collaborated to present Destination Twin Cities in a new look at the area’s history.

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The LAB Theater is a 6,000 square-foot warehouse located in the stylish Warehouse District/North Loop neighborhood of downtown Minneapolis. It is a perfect venue for audiences seeking bold new theatre and dynamic sightlines, seating and comfort.

Destination Twin Cities features Grammy Award winning jazz pianist Burch Thompson and choreographer Sarah LaRose-Holland’s dynamically engaging dance company Kinetic Evolutions.  Performances are set for 7:30 p.m. on Friday, June 14 and 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at The Lab Theater in Minneapolis’ warehouse district.

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‘Storyhill Fest 2013’ lineup announced

April 3, 2013 — Leave a comment

Picture you and your family participating in these memorable events:  guided kayak trips; nature hikes; camping complete with campfires in the beautiful northwoods of Minnesota, and the enjoyment of two days of music by original singer songwriters!  This interactive experience could be yours if you attend Storyhill Fest 2013 at Clearwater Forest Camp in the Brainerd Lakes area.

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Northern Minnesota is well known for its scenic areas for camping and recreational activities. (Photo credit and copyright – R.C. Johnson)

Storyhill, the Red House Records acoustic duo made up of Chris Cunningham and John Hermanson, has announced the lineup for Storyhill Fest 2013.  John Gorka and Raina Rose will be joining Storyhill as the headline artists for this year’s festival which will take place at the Clearwater Forest Camp in Deerwood, Minnesota on August 31 and September 1, 2013.  There will also be camping available on August 30th for those who want to make a full weekend of it.

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How to help with ‘Earth Day Clean Up’ in Minneapolis

March 26, 2013 — Leave a comment

Volunteers are needed to help spruce up Minneapolis.  “Earth Day Clean Up” is a collaborative effort between the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board and City of Minneapolis Solid Waste and Recycling.  The 19th annual Minneapolis Earth Day Clean Up will take place on Saturday, April 20, 2013 from 9:30 a.m. – Noon.  It is easy to get involved – no pre-registration is required.

The 2013 event will be held on April 20th – volunteers are needed to make this day a huge success.

The goal of Earth Day is to provide a volunteer experience and environmental education to Minneapolis residents and park users. This annual event involves cleaning major watersheds and water bodies in the City of Minneapolis including: the Chain of Lakes, Lake Nokomis, Lake Hiawatha, Powderhorn Lake, Diamond Lake, Shingle Creek, Minnehaha Creek, Bassett’s Creek and the Mississippi River.

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Public indoor shooting range time available soon in Maple Grove

March 24, 2013 — Leave a comment

Beginning in mid-April 2013, owners of handguns and .22 caliber rifles will be welcome to rent range time at the state-of-the-art Law Enforcement Training Facility (LETF) in Maple Grove, Minnesota. The building is reopening after having been closed for two years for reconstruction due to severe damage from fire in January, 2011.

The Maple Grove Law Enforcement Training Facility includes a 12-lane indoor shooting range.

The training facility has two classrooms, a 12-lane indoor shooting range, and a shooting simulator to train officers in deadly force and use of force scenarios.

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Flashing yellow arrows at intersections are here to stay

March 23, 2013 — Leave a comment

Flashing Yellow Light 1 copyTurning left at an intersection? You may see something new to tell you when it is safe to make that turn. Flashing yellow arrow signals have been approved for widespread use by the Federal Highway Administration.

Many new traffic signals are being installed in Hennepin County as well as elsewhere in the state and other areas of the country – drivers need to make sure that they understand what the flashing yellow arrows mean.

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Osman Shrine Circus coming to the Minnesota State Fair Coliseum

March 18, 2013 — Leave a comment

The Osman Shrine Circus must be doing something right – it is the longest continuously running Shrine Circus in America.  2013 is their 90th year!

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An exciting act for 2013 – the Chicago Boyz Acrobatic Team will perform for the first time in St. Paul!

The 2013 St. Paul Shrine Circus will take place from April 4 – 7, 2013 at the Minnesota State Fair Coliseum in St. Paul, Minnesota.  There will be 10 big shows.  Each show has 2 parts with a short intermission – the total length of each show with the intermission is about 2 hours and 15 minutes.

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‘Jazz Noir’ to premiere on Jazz88 KBEM

March 8, 2013 — Leave a comment

For those who long for “the grand old days” of radio, Jazz88 KBEM has answered the call. Jazz Noir is a new original radio series complete with live voice-over actors in front of a studio audience, just like in the days of radio’s infancy.

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Photo of Dick Clark in 1963. His ABC radio show was called “Dick Clark Reports.” Image source: Wikimedia Commons.

Jazz88’s first episode is an original drama, Charles & Avon that will be performed, recorded and broadcast in front of a live audience from the Artists’ Quarter in downtown Saint Paul, Minnesota on Sunday, April 28, 2013.  Shows will be at 5 and 8 p.m. – the 8 p.m. performance will be broadcast live.

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Three cheers for maple syrup time in Minnesota!

February 26, 2013 — Leave a comment

What better way to celebrate the arrival of spring than by taking in some maple syrup tours or tastings?  Lucky for Minnesotans, there will be numerous opportunities to do just that in the upcoming weeks.

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Grades of Vermont maple syrup. From left to right, Vermont Fancy, light amber color, delicate maple bouquet; Grade A Medium Amber, medium amber color, pronounced maple bouquet; Grade A Dark Amber, dark amber color, robust maple bouquet; Grade B, darkest color, strong maple bouquet. Source: Wikimedia Commons.

“On the Beat” has scoped out the following locations where maple syrup fun can be found:

  • Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
  • Three Rivers Park District
  • Minnesota State Parks

Here is more information about the programs at each location:

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Winter Fete (Bloomington, Minnesota) features a ton of winter fun!

December 19, 2012 — Leave a comment

Coasting Out Of Doors, a photographic reproduction of a wood engraving by Winslow Homer, 1857.

If you enjoy outdoor winter sports and activities, save room on your calendar for Winter Fete, 2013 in Bloomington, Minnesota. Winter Fete activities will take place throughout the city from Saturday, January 19, through Sunday, January 27, 2013.

The schedule includes such activities as the following:

  • hockey
  • rock ‘n’ roll ice skating
  • cardboard sled races
  • open skating at the Ice Garden
  • Nordic Ski Jumping
  • broomball
  • an ice harvest festival, and
  • dog sled rides

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