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By Dylan Thomas / dthomas@journalmpls.com Voters had a chance to elect a person of color to the Hennepin County Board for the first time ever on Election Day. They elected two. History was also made in the state’s 5th Congressional District, which includes Minneapolis, where voters for the first time elected a refugee to represent them in Washington, D.C. And after spirited challenges to the county’s top two law enforcement officials, Hennepin County voters elected a new sheriff. Those changes at the local level came as DFLers swept races for governor and the

state’s other constitutional offices and a surge of support for Democratic candidates nationwide gave that party control of the U.S. House of Representatives, even as Republicans gained seats in the Senate. Minnesota’s state Legislature will be similarly split along party lines, with DFLers taking the state House from Republicans, who maintained a narrow state Senate majority. Changes in Hennepin County include two new county commissioners: Angela Conley, who unseated Peter McLaughlin in District 4, and Irene Fernando, who defeated

With win, Omar marks several ‘ﬁrsts’ By Michelle Bruch / mbruch@journalmpls.com “Here in Minnesota, we don’t only welcome immigrants, we send them to Washington,” said Ilhan Omar, elected to Congress with 78 percent of the vote. Omar will succeed Keith Ellison to the seat, defeating Republican Jennifer Zielinski, who received 21.7 percent of the vote. In her acceptance speech, Omar noted she’s the first woman of color to represent the state in Congress. The first woman to wear a hijab in Congress. Among the first Muslim women elected to Congress. And the first refugee in Congress. “She’s the American dream. She’s an inspiration for all of us,” said Aboubaker Hassan, an immigrant from Djibouti in the audience. “She kind of reminds us there is still hope in this country.”

Omar was 8 years old when civil war broke out in Somalia, and her family escaped the country in the middle of the night, arriving months later at a refugee camp in Kenya. The camp had no school, no sanitary system and no running water, Omar told the Inver Hills Community College in a keynote last year. As the youngest in her family, fetching water from a nearby city became her chore, because she was “tiny and invisible” and could safely venture out of the camp. She became jealous of the schoolchildren she passed along the way, and her family promised her that one day they would come to America and she’d return to school. They lived in the camp four years before coming to the United States, and

former Minneapolis City Council Member Blong Yang in the race for an open District 2 seat. Conley, who is African-American, and Fernando, the daughter of Filipino immigrants, together broke a barrier. The board has not included a person of color in its history, which goes back more than 150 years. Conley said the board “desperately needed diversity,” but added that the change goes deeper than adding non-white members. Conley, who as a young woman relied on food, childcare and emergency housing

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Omar said she started school knowing two English phrases: “Hello” and “shut up.” At her father’s urging, she mastered the language as quickly as possible, becoming fluent in four months. She said her family was never interested in Somalia’s traditional gender norms. Each morning before school, her grandfather told her to “take on the day like an araweelo,” which translates as revered queen. “These experiences helped empower my voice to speak out and advocate for what is right, even if it seems different or unconventional,” she told the students. Her family moved to the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood, where she became interested in politics through her grandfather, translating the local DFL caucuses for him. Her first community organizing work took place at Edison High School, where she assembled a group of people dedicated to unity and diversity who met every Monday and shared a meal. She worked as a nutrition educator, Humphrey Policy Fellow and senior policy

aide to Council Member Andrew Johnson prior to election to the Minnesota Legislature in 2016. In her 2018 campaign, Omar ran on a platform of single-payer healthcare coverage for all, a higher national minimum wage, access to tuition- and debt-free college, the abolition of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and expanded admission of refugees. “When the call came for me to run for Congress, I answered, because the time demanded it,” Omar said in her acceptance speech. “A time when racism and white supremacy threatens our very existence, when my status as an immigrant, black, Muslim woman means the administration does not see me as an American. You know I will not bow down. You know I will not back down to fear and hate. I will stand strong with you.”

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assistance, noted she may be the first county board member who was also a recipient of county services, while Fernando will be the board’s youngest member at age 32. “I think that having many viewpoints around that decision-making table will allow us to design approaches and solutions in more inclusive and more equitable ways,” Fernando said. Voters in District 3 also re-elected Marion Greene to the county board. Dave “Hutch” Hutchinson, a Metro Transit Police Department sergeant endorsed by the DFL, narrowly defeated three-term incumbent Rich Stanek, a former Republican state legislator. The two were separated by just 2,340 votes — less than half a percentage point. Voters re-elected county attorney Mike Freeman, who withstood a challenge from Mark Haase, the director of government relations for a division of the state’s Department of Human Services. It was a big night for Minneapolis Public Schools, too.

Voters elected two new at-large members to the School Board: active parent Kimberly Caprini and former teacher Josh Pauly. Incumbent Rebecca Gagnon fell short in her bid to win a third term. Large majorities also voted to approve two district referenda that will generate $30 million annually for MPS. They renewed the district’s operating levy and approved a new capital projects levy that will be used to cover its existing technology costs. Voters in Minneapolis overwhelmingly answered “yes” to a ballot question on city liquor regulations, making it easier for restaurants located outside of large commercial districts to obtain full liquor licenses. As expected, Minneapolis retained its all-DFL state House delegation. Fue Lee and Raymond Dehn won re-election in their North Minneapolis districts; Northeast re-elected Diane Loeffler to an eighth term and elected Mohamed Noor to his first; longtime representatives Jim Davnie and Jean Wagenius both won re-election campaigns in South Minneapolis; south-central neighborhoods voted

overwhelmingly for two newcomers, Hodan Hassan and Aisha Gomez; and Southwest voters returned Frank Hornstein to office for a ninth term while electing Jamie Long to succeed their former representative in 61B, Paul Thissen, whom Gov. Mark Dayton this year appointed to the Minnesota Supreme Court. Dayton’s successor in the governor’s office will be fellow DFLer Tim Walz, a Mankato native who currently represents the 1st Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. Walz’s running mate, Peggy Flanagan, represents St. Louis Park in the state House and is a former Minneapolis School Board member. DFLer Keith Ellison defeated Republican Doug Wardlow in the race for Minnesota attorney general. Ellison is giving up his 5th District seat in Congress, but it will remain in DFL control with the election of Ilhan Omar, a Somali-American state legislator who was one of two Muslim women in the country to win a Congressional race in 2018. “Here in Minnesota, we don’t only welcome immigrants, we send them to

Washington,” Omar said at her victory party. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon won re-election, and a win in the state auditor’s race by Julie Blaha, a union official and former teacher, wrapped up a DFL sweep of the state’s constitutional offices. In the two other statewide races on the ballot this year, Minnesotans re-elected Sen. Amy Klobuchar to a third term with more than 60 percent of the vote, according to the unofficial results from the secretary of state’s office. Sen. Tina Smith, appointed to replace former Sen. Al Franken, who resigned in January, also won her special election to serve out the final two year’s of Franken’s term. Local turnout was remarkably strong for a midterm election. In Minneapolis, the unofficial tally was 207,114 ballots cast, roughly 20 percent higher turnout than in the 2014 and 2010 midterms. Seventy-seven percent of registered voters went to the polls across Hennepin County, compared to 81 percent in 2016, a presidential election year, and 59 percent in 2014, the last midterm election.

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Ingram emphasizes the speed with which his concepts can be installed and how their relatively low level of staffing helps insure sustainable overhead. (Like with food trucks, customers at Cargo first step up and order at a counter, then wander back when their tacos or sushi or pizza or giant egg roll or wings are ready. No waiters. No waitresses. Everyone — vendor and patron — has that shtick down by now. There are, however, bartenders for the adult beverages.) “From permit to opening, we’re going to do this in 28 days,” he said over the din of drills and classic rock blasting out of a beat-up boom box. Along with the wings — chicken or duck, available with a variety of sauces — sushi burritos and other items, Cargo offers a selection of locally produced beer and spirits. Ingram tapped Third Street Brewing to make “signature beers just for us,” and he’s cut a deal with Minneapolis’ Tattersall Distilling for a selection of signature cocktails. (He pointed out wife Sara’s graffiti work for the Tattersall bar in a corner of the construction zone.) He also makes frequent mention of his association with and appreciation for Anne Spaeth of The Lynhall in Southwest Minneapolis. “Basically what we’re trying to do in every restaurant is find a way to bring fine dining to fast casual,” he said. “We believe that’s where the growth and opportunity is right now.” Hubert’s, of course, migrated across town after years next to the old Metrodome. Much of its space, Ingram pointed out, was consumed by the kitchen. By ripping that kitchen out and moving everything to food truck-style cooking stations, he’s recovered roughly 1,000 extra square feet to play with in Cargo, he said. What the location has always had is traffic. The 81 Twins games in the summer months, 40-plus Timberwolves games in the winter and steady schedule of concerts and events at the freshly remodeled Target Center provide a steady stream of opportunity for the right food and beverage fare. “That’s a key criteria for us: traffic,” he said. “We are focusing on what we see as very high-traffic locations. “Even with all the new places you see opening, it’s a scary time to be in the restaurant business. You have to be able to control overhead, and that means concepts that allow you to be very efficient with labor costs.”

By the time you read this the old Hubert’s space in Target Center will have been fully transformed into a unique food truck-style concept called the Cargo Food Authority, or simply “Cargo” — with faux ocean-going cargo containers with individual kitchens standing in for the ubiquitous trucks. The makeover is being led by Brian Ingram, 50, perhaps best known up to now for St. Paul’s Seventh Street Truck Park and New Bohemia Wurst and BierHaus, now with five metro locations. Ingram, a stocky, affable guy with a kaleidoscopic collection of tattoos and an impressive resume in the food business dating back to his parents’ airport pitstop in Homer, Alaska, was about to lead an orientation class for new employees when we stopped in a few days before Cargo’s midNovember opening. The 9,000-square-foot space, facing out on to the Sixth Street walkway leading to Target Field, had been completely gutted and was rapidly transforming into a concept Ingram expects will be popular enough to replicate at any or all of nine other locations across the country he has in his sights. Ingram is the chief development officer for Williston Holdings, a Houston, Texasbased operation led by Marcus Jundt of the Twin Cities’ well-known Jundt family. (The “Williston” comes from Jundt’s early decision to build restaurants in North Dakota’s oil patch, a move that paid off rather well for him.) “Marcus and I have been friends for years,” said Ingram, who has had stints with Alain Ducasse in New York and then with others out in Las Vegas’ food boom. (Ingram mentioned that while in Vegas he made the acquaintance of Tim Rooney of the Pittsburgh Steelers Rooney family. Guy gets around.) “But about five years ago the stars just kind of aligned and this all began,” he said. Basically, Ingram is Williston’s concept guy, working with his wife, Sara, with whom he took a deep immersion in Berlin’s food and street art scene — an emphasis on graffiti being the aspect of the latter that you see all over Cargo. “Berlin was fascinating. Amazing. We both fell in love with it and with each other while we were there,” Ingram said. (The two got engaged in the German capital.) “We took a class in graffiti art from the 1970s, stuff like you would have seen spray-painted on the (Berlin) Wall at that time.” It’s all over the inside of Cargo now.

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Arguably one of the most dramatic renovations currently in the works for any downtown building is the Swervo Development Corporation’s plan for the old YMCA building at 30 9th St., adjacent to Crave restaurant on Hennepin Avenue and around the corner from the State Theater. The transformation of the six-story 140,000-square-foot building from a utilitarian Y with a bland brick exterior to very open “creative and tech” office space will include stripping off the entire south-facing brick wall looming over 9th Street and replacing it with glass. The unusual (for Minnesota) fish-bowl effect is designed to lure in buzzy, innovative businesses that like the cachet of being associated with what’s different and cool — businesses that are now congregating mainly in the North Loop. Swervo CEO Ned Abdul is someone who has been both active and imaginative in previous downtown renovations. Abdul led the renovation of the former Federal Reserve Bank building three years ago and the restoration of the hulking, long-dormant Minneapolis Armory, now seeing regular business as an event and concert venue. Nowhere near as voluble and publicityhungry as other prominent developers, Abdul did not respond to multiple requests for comment on the Thirty project. But a press release from October puts his purchase price for the property at $5 million. He has also been quoted talking about a “Googlelike” effect for the building, abetted by the all-glass skin. Likewise, he has talked about the need to create more space of that style — appealing to the aforementioned creative tech-types — in the heart of the downtown district. It is worth noting that the downtown core is not close to full occupancy. LaSalle Plaza, immediately to the east of Thirty on 9th Street currently has a nearly 20 percent vacancy rate and two quite large projects — the old Dayton’s building at 7th & Nicollet and United Properties’ Gateway tower (still in the planning phase) — will by themselves add close to 1.6 million square feet of office space when they come fully on line, although the techy-ness and hipness of each remains to be seen. Nevertheless, Swervo is on record saying that it sees sufficient demand for space of this sort, space suitable for startups and businesses just getting their feet under them, closer in to downtown’s core amenities and public transportation.

A couple blocks away at St. Thomas, Herb Tousley, director of real estate programs, agrees there’s demand for the kind of space Swervo is pitching, with the caveat that it comes with a certain quality of risk to landlords, in that many tech-oriented companies, being start-ups, are not necessarily blessed with deep levels of capitalization to survive inevitable business challenges. There’s no such thing as sure rent money. The keys for a developer like Abdul, assuming he plans to maintain ownership — and he has sold off a handful of his properties in recent years — is to hit a sweet spot on rents while obviously doing very thorough due diligence on his incoming tenants. “Often,” said Tousley, “you want to get the principals to personally guarantee the lease. To protect yourself.” If the concept of “tech space” seems a bit vague, that’s because it is. It means something different to pretty much every company that comes shopping. Most commonly, Tousley said, the description refers to open, easily convertible spaces, often with the option of a common reception hub and copying stations for a group of separate businesses. That, along with the architectural elements of ample light and a sense of spaciousness. All of those qualities, he noted, are qualities other established landlords in the downtown core — like the Baker block — are already adding to their properties. “This one looks like it’ll be a nice property. And the thing is, even with the overall vacancy rate, downtown office space still seems to be leasing pretty well,” Tousley said. “And that’s taking into account all the space Wells Fargo vacated when it moved into its new buildings.” Tousley doubted the Gateway tower would be a direct competitor with Thirty. “That will be very much premium space,” he said. “Dayton’s, however, I’m not sure about. I haven’t seen the details on that one yet.” The YMCA — which occupied the address since the early ’90s — was eager to sell the building in order to cover the cost of shifting across Nicollet Mall to a slightly smaller space in Gaviidae Common. The remake of Thirty is expected to involve removing all hints of its former gymnasium functions, including the pool. Swervo has said previously that it is open to offering groundfloor space for retail of one sort or another. The company has said it plans to begin deand reconstruction in the near future, with completion ambitiously targeted for sometime in 2019.

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Frey to reappoint Arradondo as police chief Mayor Jacob Frey on Nov. 1 announced his intention to reappoint Medaria Arradondo to a full three-year term as chief of the Minneapolis Police Department. Minneapolis’ first black police chief, Arradondo has led the department since last summer. He became interim chief in July 2017 following the resignation of former chief Janeé Harteau, who left the department after an officer shot and killed a woman who called 911 to report a sexual assault, and the next month was appointed to fill out her term. If confirmed by the full City Council, Arradondo’s three-year term will run Jan. 1, 2019 through Dec. 31, 2021. The nomination was scheduled to go before the council’s Executive Committee Nov. 14. A 29-year veteran of the department, Arradondo “isn’t just from Minneapolis, he is of Minneapolis,” said Frey, speaking against a backdrop of 25 police cadets at the MPD Special Operations Center in the Webber-Camden neighborhood. “Today he commands respect in City Hall, among our MPD officers and, yes, throughout our entire city,” Frey said. “Why? Because he has lived his values, he has built a career worthy of our admiration and he treats every person he meets and with whom he serves with the dignity and respect they deserve.” Arradondo said the “roadmap” for his leadership of the department has “trust, accountability and professional service.” He highlighted the department’s efforts to reduce violent crimes — rates of assault, homicide and robbery are down citywide compared to 2017 — and gun violence, its commitment to making crime data public and to demonstrate “compassionate and committed outreach” to people experiencing homelessness or mental illness.

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“However, even with the significant progress that’s been made this year, I’m also aware that for some in our city there still exists a turmoil of trust with the MPD, and I acknowledge that belief,” he said. Arradondo said the department needed to build trust with the community so that, when something happens, Minneapolis residents “at least give us the benefit of the doubt.” He said officer wellness and treating the “invisible injuries” officers’ incur in the line of duty was another priority, as was recruiting officer candidates. Arradondo was born and raised in Minneapolis, graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1985 and joined the MPD four years later. He began as a patrol officer in the Fourth Precinct and has served in various roles for the department, including First Precinct inspector and assistant chief. He is the 53rd person to serve as chief of the MPD, the state’s largest police department.

Tchourumoﬀ to leave Met Council Alene Tchourumoff is stepping down as chair of the Metropolitan Council to take a position with the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis. Appointed to her position by Gov. Mark Dayton and sworn into office July 31, 2017, Tchourumoff will spend her last day with the Met Council on Nov. 30. The agency’s vice chair, Harry Melander, will fulfill the duties of chair for the remainder of Tchourumoff ’s term, which runs through the end of the Dayton administration. A planning and policy-making agency for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area, the Met Council’s scope of work encompasses transit, regional parks, wastewater treatment, housing and more. Tchourumoff was the 15th chair of the agency, created by the Legislature in 1967, and the third Dayton appointee after Adam Duininck (2014–2017) and Susan Haigh (2011–2014). Dayton described Tchourumoff as an “outstanding leader” of the Met Council in a statement issued Oct. 30, the day her departure was announced. Prior to her Met Council appointment, Tchourumoff served as Minnesota’s first state rail director, monitoring railway safety and infrastructure projects. From 2013 to 2016, she was planning director for Hennepin County. Tchourumoff is joining the Minneapolis Fed as senior vice president of community development and engagement. She will lead outreach to communities in the 409,291square-mile Ninth Federal Reserve District, focusing in particular on low- and moderateincome populations and development on Native American lands, according to the bank.

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Voter turnout soars in 2018 An estimated 207,114 ballots were cast in Minneapolis for the 2018 election, a remarkable turnout for a midterm election that was nearly on par with recent presidential election years. Unofficially, 75 percent of registered voters in Minneapolis cast a ballot, a rate roughly 20 percentage points higher than turnout for the last midterm election in 2014. Turnout among Minneapolis voters neared 79 percent in the 2016 general election. The results remain unofficial until the city and state canvassing boards certify the results. They were scheduled to do so after this issue went to press. In a statement released on Election Day, Mayor

Jacob Frey said the city’s efforts to make voting easy and accessible helped to boost turnout. “Expanded early voting options and policies that make it easier for tenants to vote have made Minneapolis one of the most voter-friendly cities in the country, and we look forward to defending that title in 2020,” he said. The city’s embrace of no-excuses absentee voting played a significant role. Nearly 51,000 people cast early ballots, more than four times as many as in 2014. More than 26,000 ballots were cast at the city’s four Early Vote Centers in the weeks leading up to Election Day. Turnout was highest in Southwest Minneapolis’ Ward 13, where nearly 86 percent of registered

voters cast a ballot, according to the unofficial results of the election. It was a strong year for turnout across Minnesota. Several hours after polls closed, Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon reported on Twitter that statewide turnout was nearly 64 percent of registered voters, the greatest percentage for a midterm election since 2002. An estimated 2,594,922 voters cast a ballot, the largest number for a midterm in state history, Simon added, describing it as a “record-breaking performance.” Turnout hit 77 percent for Hennepin County. That was 4 percentage points shy of the turnout in the 2016 presidential election, but 18 percentage points higher than the last midterm.

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Voices

Streetscape / By Sarah Tschida

HELP TO SHAPE THE TRANSPORTATION ACTION PLAN

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f you care about how you’ll be getting around the city of Minneapolis in the future, then you’ll want to be a part of the conversation about the Transportation Action Plan. Work on the city’s new plan has begun and your voice is needed to help it take shape. The action plan will take the transportation goals and policies identified in Minneapolis 2040, the city’s update to the comprehensive plan, and lay out in detail how they will be implemented. The previous Transportation Action Plan, Access Minneapolis, guided the city’s trans-

portation work through 2017. One of the major outcomes of it was the Complete Streets Policy, which is a design and policy approach that prioritizes people walking, biking, taking transit and driving vehicles, in that order. Other outcomes of Access Minneapolis include bus-only lanes on some downtown corridors, investment in the bikeway network and the pedestrian crash study that helped to examine the factors contributing to pedestrian injuries and deaths on our city streets. Just as with the comprehensive plan, the city updates the Transportation Action Plan every 10 years. This next plan will address

advanced mobility, pedestrians, people who bike, people who use transit, street operations, freight and street and sidewalk design guidelines. The plan will support the Complete Streets Policy, the Vision Zero effort to eliminate fatalities and severe injuries due to crashes by 2027, Minneapolis Climate Action Plan goals and the city’s commitment to equity. Development of the Transportation Action Plan is led by Public Works and will be shaped by residents as well as a policy advisory committee, interagency technical advisory committee and various work groups. The city’s Pedestrian Advisory Committee and Bicycle Advisory Committee are both involved in their respective components of the plan, and each received a presentation update over the summer. Community engagement plans, which are still in draft form, currently focus on outreach to historically untapped groups, including people living in areas of concentrated poverty where the majority of residents are people of color, people living with disabilities, seniors, people who walk and bike as their primary transportation mode, people who are transit-dependent and families and youth. These voices will be crucial in helping the city to prioritize projects, guide the implementation and design and ensure the city’s transportation network works for us all. After two years of gathering community input on the comp plan, Minneapolis 2040 includes 21 transportation policies meant to “support a multimodal network that prioritizes walking, biking and transit. The statement continues: “The policies are intended to achieve outcomes that increase equity in our transportation system, address climate change and reduce carbon emissions, improve human health through improved air quality and increases in active travel, and enable the movement of people, goods and services across the city.”

The city recently updated its community engagement timeline for the Transportation Action Plan as follows: Round 1 (Spring–Fall 2018): Introduce project and gather community input Round 2 (Winter 2019–Spring 2019): Gather input on draft plan components Round 3 (Summer 2019–Fall 2019): Gather feedback on the draft Transportation Action Plan

It is a bold vision, to be sure, and the new action plan needs to provide detail on how the city’s current auto-centric design will prioritize people over vehicles. Minneapolis Director of Transportation Planning and Programming Jenifer Hager said the city was currently reviewing the transportation-related comments submitted for Minneapolis 2040. “They help us understand what we need to go out and engage the community on in this next round, since we don’t want to ask the same things,” Hager said. To get the latest news on the Transportation Action Plan, sign up for email updates at minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/gompls. You can also use the hashtag #gompls on social media posts to let the city know how you’d like to get around Minneapolis. The city received over 10,000 public comments on the first draft of Minneapolis 2040, and now you can make your voice heard on how to put those policies into action.

Sarah Tschida lives in Kingfield and is a volunteer board member with Our Streets Minneapolis.

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Going to dark places The ‘unexpected element’ shared by bands Sister Species and Lena Elizabeth

By Sheila Regan The co-headliners of a Nov. 29 concert at The Cedar Cultural Center, Lena Elizabeth and Sister Species are two groups that defy stereotypes of what female-led bands — especially ones featuring folky instruments — are supposed to be. Abby and Emily Kastrul, the sisters of Sister Species, were looking for a band to open the release show for “Heavy Things Do Move,” their new album, when Cedar booking director Emmy Carter suggested Lena Elizabeth, a group led by singer-songwriter Lena Elizabeth Bredeson — who also happened to be planning the release of a new album. “We thought it was an exciting way to collaborate, as opposed to compete with each other,” Emily Kastrul said. “There’s so much competition in the music industry. It was cool to say we can mutually lift each other up.” Abby and Emily Kastrul play guitar and accordion, respectively, and sing. Bredeson sings and plays ukulele. “They are not your typical cutesy folksongs,” Abby Kastrul said. “I think we both have an unexpected element.” For Sister Species, that unexpected element might simply be the self-described “orchestral pop” group’s size. “When you show up to a little DIY venue and there are eight of you, including a horn section, people are like, ‘Whoa. What’s going on?’” Emily Kastrul said. The two bands also defy expectation by going to dark places.

“There’s a lot of blunt honesty and anger,” Bredeson said of her music. “Those are really heavy subjects, and I think that’s not what people are necessarily expecting of somebody with a ukulele.”

A tool for healing “Get it Right” is Lena Elizabeth’s first fulllength album, and in it Bredeson takes on anxiety, depression and a life-long battle with eating disorders. “Anxiety and self-hatred are things I’ve really struggled with my whole life,” she said. “These last few years have been a lot about acceptance for me.” Bredeson said many people hear the new album’s title track think it’s about a bad relationship. “Really, it’s a song talking to that person inside me that’s saying, ‘You’re not good enough,’” she said. “I don’t want that anymore, and I hope that it is inspiring for other people.” Bredeson has often used music as a tool for her own healing. “I wrote the best music when I was coming out of it,” she said. “I was not writing any music while I was in it.” For her, the creative process isn’t about negating one’s personal demons, but getting a handle on them. “I’ve been able to create the best things once I’ve gotten to a better place and have been taking care of myself,” she said.

Lena Elizabeth Brederson (above) connected with Abby and Emily Kastrul of Sister Species through a Cedar Cultural Center booker. Brederson’s band and Sister Species both release new albums this month (below). Submitted images Sister Species also grapples with mental health topics in their album. “The idea is that there are a lot of heavy things that are moving through the album,” Emily Kastrul said. “Some mental-health stuff and some emotional journeys through loss or change — these human emotions that we all experience. It’s a journey about vulnerability and self-acceptance.” Abby Kastrul explores anxiety and depression with her song “Take it Easy,” which is about self-acceptance. “Gaslight” is about being emotionally manipulated in a relationship. And “Flatline,” a song Abby Kastrul wrote when she started taking antidepressents, is about feeling numb. “Everyone says, ‘There aren’t highs and there aren’t lows,’ and I thought, “Can I deal with that?’” she said. “It’s a reflection on how what could this be like for me.”

Gaining perspective In the past several years, Abby Kastrul has tried several different kinds of medication for her mental health, and found that the process has informed her music. “I guess it’s all about coping,” she said.

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According to Emily Kastrul, songwriting is a great way to explore complex feelings and experiences. “You sort of get three minutes to look at all the angles of something and to really feel it fully, and then it’s over,” she said. “It becomes a space you can access and touch and prod and examine this feeling, but it’s outside your body. It gives some nice separation and perspective from whatever heavy thing you are feeling.” Both bands will play songs from their new albums at the Cedar show, which will also include guest artists playing with the bands and solo piano sets by both of the Kastrul sisters. It’s yet another way for the musicians to embrace putting themselves out there in a raw and vulnerable way. Digging deep into emotions is a way for these artists to set healing vibes out into the world.

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American Spirit printing plant* Hempel Companies, a Minneapolis-based developer, has purchased the former American Spirit Graphics printing plant in the Marcy-Holmes neighborhood for $3.2 million, or $29 per square foot. The building is located just oﬀ Interstate 35W and Hennepin Avenue. Hempel intends to redevelop the site, possibly with an 88-unit aﬀordable housing project at one end of the 2.68-acre parcel, assuming it can get low-income tax credits. The rest, some new and some remodeled, may be fashioned to attract craft industries of one sort or another. Hempel and partner Reuter Walton are currently constructing a 122-unit apartment building adjacent to the new Thrivent Financial headquarters downtown.

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Construction on a $50-million, 122-unit apartment complex wrapping around a 773car parking ramp adjacent to what will soon become Thrivent Financial’s old building is on pace, according to Kyle Brasser of Reuter Walton, which has partnered with the Hempel Companies on the project. Still slated to open in the fourth quarter of 2019, construction is out of the ground, simultaneous with foundation work on Thrivent’s new 350,000square-foot building across South 5th Street. Leasing for the apartments, a mix of studios, one- and two-bedrooms, has not yet begun. Amenities include a year-round rooftop deck (with heated stone pavers to blunt the impact of snow and ice), fitness center and community space. The project expanded from 77 units to 107 units and then 122 units in the run up to construction. The majority of the units are still projected to rent in the $1,450–$1,950 range.

Plymouth-based affordable housingoriented developer Dominium believes it has found a way to jump-start a project it wanted to build in 2013. The plan, dubbed Buzza Phase II, will put up 135 marketrate apartments in the Uptown area on a surface parking lot currently in use for the company’s Buzza Lofts, an old office and factory building Dominium converted to affordable apartments in 2011. The restart comes as a thanks to a facet of the 2017 federal tax-reform bill, one that allows investors to receive tax benefits for buying real estate. If all goes as Dominium hopes, the project will produce 11 studio, 84 one-bedroom and 40 two-bedroom apartments with an outdoor deck pool — all for $34 million in construction costs.

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Radius* In another University of Minnesota-area sale, Heitman, a Chicago-based real estate investment firm, has paid $76.3 million for a student apartment complex. Minneapolisbased CPM Companies and New Jerseybased University Student Living built the six-story, 200-unit building three years ago by. The building, which is fully occupied, oﬀers a range of apartments from one to four bedrooms and has an average rent of $2,653. Radius is located within walking distance of the Stadium Village Green Line stop.

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Ryan residential tower As what one company oﬃcial calls “the last piece of the puzzle,” Ryan Companies has switched gears on a thin parcel adjacent to

In a bold attempt to lure so-called “creative types” closer into the downtown core, developer Ned Abdul’s Swervo has completed a $5 million purchase of the old YMCA building on South 9th Street between LaSalle and Hennepin avenues. Swervo announced plans to strip oﬀ the building’s heavy brick exterior and replace the entire south-facing wall with glass. (See this issue’s Biz Buzz column for more details.) The YMCA relocated into Gaviidae Commons earlier this year, and Swervo is aiming the unique, highly convertible space at start-ups and similar businesses.

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1101 Lofts* At the location currently occupied by Hoover Wheel Alignment immediately east of Interstate 35W, the North Bay Companies are proposing a five-story, 56-unit mixed-use apartment project with 4000 square feet of retail space. Speaking for DJR Architects, Dean Dovolis and Amanda Pederson describe a facility composed “mostly of studios” while not necessarily targeted for students at the nearby University of Minnesota. “There’s a lot of industrial and arts space in that area with quite a bit of demand for this kind of housing,” Dovolis said. Pederson expects the building, with “a nice lobby and a small fitness center,” will commence construction in the spring of 2019 and be completed “within nine months to a year.”

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Holiday Guide 2018 EVENTS By Anne Noonan

Haul out the holly

Are you humming a tune after reading that line? There’s no denying this season has its own soundtrack. Whether it’s a centuries-old carol, a ’50s swing ditty or a smooth soul groove, you know when you hear ’em that the holidays are here. But how well do you know these songs of the season? As you check out

MARKETS & SHOPPING Handmade for the Holidays “I wanna wish you a Merry Christmas/ From the bottom of my heart …” Fusing Latin culture and the North, new Minneapolis brewery La Doña Cervecería partners with Minneapolis Craft Market to host a holiday market of high-quality, artisan-made gifts. Linden Hills Farmers Market favorite Dulceria Bakery will be on hand serving desserts, plus Flagsmash food truck. And of course, there’s beer. (Free onsite parking or unmetered street parking.)

When: Nov. 18, noon–5 p.m. Where: La Doña Cervecería, 241 Fremont Ave. N., Unit B Info: dameladona.com or mplscraftmarket.com “Feliz Navidad,” José Feliciano

this list of festive things to do, quiz yourself by reading (or singing) the line at the beginning of each event. It’s a lyric from a holiday song — can you guess which one? The answer is at the bottom of each event. And whichever song gets stuck in your head, let’s hope it’s one of your favorites.

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Minneapolis Northeast Farmers Market “He never had a haircut/ He never took a shave …” No need to stop your farmers market forays just because it’s cold. Take it inside at this monthly version, where there’s a Bloody Mary bar, prepared foods, kids activities and music on vinyl by The Ring Toss Twins. With all that going on, don’t forget to buy your vegetables.

When: Nov. 18 and Dec. 16, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Where: Solar Arts Building, 711 15th Ave. NE Info: northeastmarket.org. “Boogie Woogie Santa Claus,” Leon René

Betty Danger’s Bizarre Bazaar “… ’54 convertible too, light blue …” Nothing’s quite ordinary at Betty Danger’s, and neither is her holiday sale. Find a fantastic variety of locally made gifts, decide what to

buy while sipping a cocktail or having brunch and then celebrate your purchase with a ride on the vertically revolving tables in the sky (aka the Ferris wheel). Quirky? Yes — and oh so fun. (Complete list of local artists and websites will be listed on Facebook event page on November 12.)

When: Dec. 1, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Where: Betty Danger’s Country Club, 2501 Marshall St. NE Info: bettydangers.com “Santa Baby,” Joan Javits & Philip Springer

Craft Bash “If you want to be happy in a million ways …” Stop in to see — and shop — the creations of more than 70 Minnesota makers whose work was curated by the American Craft Council, There There Collective and the Food Building. Sample artisanal food, see glassblowing demonstrations and get hands-on with interactive projects. A ticketed preview party the night before promises first dibs on items, plus tarot readings, live painting, and music deejayed by Transmission. (Free admission. Preview party tickets are $20 or $15 for ACC members and are available at craftcouncil.org/event/decked-out.)

When: Dec. 1, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. (Preview party is 6:30 p.m.–10 p.m. Nov. 30.) Where: Parallel and Hennepin Made, 145 Holden St. N. Info: craftcouncil.org “Home for the Holidays,” Robert Allen (music) and Al Stillman (lyrics)

Elliot Park Art Walk: Holiday Market “In the lane, snow is glistening/ A beautiful sight …” Take a walk and so much more. The Elliot Park Art Walk lets you view art exhibits, partake of food truck fare, catch performances and do some needed holiday shopping in a craft marketplace. Start with a happy hour

at Finnegans and let the narrator from The Theater of Public Policy take it from there.

When: Dec. 6, 4 p.m.–6 p.m. Where: Starts at Finnegans Brew Co., 817 5th Ave. S. Info: finnegans.org or meetminneapolis.org. (Search “Elliot Park Art Walk” on Facebook for event.) “Winter Wonderland,” Felix Bernard (music) and Richard Smith (lyrics)

North Loop Holiday Bazaar “Vixen and Blitzen and all his reindeer, pullin’ on the reins …” A festive one-stop shop for picking up all kinds of artisan-made gifts, this Minneapolis Craft Market event is one of the biggest indoor holiday markets of the season. Modist Brewing’s taps will keep things jolly as beerloving shoppers peruse the works of 35 vendors throughout the tap room and warehouse space. (Free admission. Metered street parking available; ramp across the street.)

When: Dec. 9, noon–5 p.m. Where: Modist Brewing, 505 N. 3rd St. Info: modistbrewing.com or mplscraftmarket.com “Here Comes Santa Claus,” Oakley Haldeman (music) and Gene Autry (lyrics)

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and more, you’ll have to come more than once to take it all in. Explore the website to plan your trip! (Free admission.)

When: Nov. 23–Dec. 23, Thursdays– Sundays. Check website for hours. Where: Loring Park, 1382 Willow Street Info: holidazzle.com

A Very Vintage Holiday Market

“Off with my overcoat, off with my glove …” Shop top vintage vendors while sipping beer in the spacious-yet-cozy Lakes & Legends, where the holiday season brings a Christmas tree into the tap room. This monthly mobile market focuses on premium vintage and oneof-a-kind treasures.

When: Dec. 16, noon–5 p.m. Where: Lakes & Legends Brewing, 1368 LaSalle Ave. Info: lakesandlegends.com or mplsvintagemarket.com “I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm,” Irving Berlin

The Artful Present: Holiday Art & Gifting Event “Oh what joy, what surprise/ When I open up my eyes …” Find a unique gift for a favorite person by stopping in to this fun event featuring jewelry, silk scarves and mini-canvases that the artist will personalize on-site. Saturday night includes live jazz at Spring Finn & Co., plus a cooking demonstration at neighbor boutique Ūmei.

When: Dec. 16–17, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. (Cooking demonstration is 6 p.m. Saturday.) Where: Veronique Wantz Gallery, 901 N. 5th St. Info: veroniquewantz.com “I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas,” John Rox

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Join the Holidazzle fun by iceskating! Bring your own skates or borrow a complimentary pair located in the warming house courtesy of CenterPoint Energy. Skate sizes vary and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. (Free.)

“Say lend me a coat (it’s up to your knees out there) …”

Capella Tower holiday music series

Winter Craft Market + Beer Choir

“There’s a tree in the Grand Hotel, one in the park as well …”

“Roll out the Yuletide barrels and sing out the carols …”

Hurrying through the skyways (to get your lunch or run an errand) is commonplace during the cold months, but here’s a reason to slow down. For an entire month, Capella Tower welcomes everyone to enjoy holiday music from a variety of local musicians including choirs, vocal duos, harp, viola and more, both secular and non-secular. Now that’s the giving spirit! (Free. Signs posted in the building will list the full performance schedule.)

Browse (and purchase) high-quality, artisanmade gifts while tasting brews from this Community Supported Brewery in Northeast. Take part in the beer exchange where you bring one kind and take another one home. And don’t be thrown off at 5 p.m. when a boisterous, beer-loving gang starts singing; that’s just the Twin Cities Beer Choir doing their thing.

Holidazzle: A Little North Country … In The Heart Of The City “Through the frosty air they’ll go/ They are not just plain deer …”

“The Merry Christmas Polka,” Paul Francis Webster (lyrics) and Sonny Burke (music)

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When: Dec. 1, 1 p.m.–6 p.m. (Beer exchange is 3 p.m.–8 p.m. and Beer Choir performs 5 p.m.–8 p.m.) Where: 56 Brewing, 3055 Columbia Ave. NE Info: mplscraftmarket.com or 56brewing.com

“It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas,” Meredith Wilson

“Maybe I’ll hit the bars/ Maybe I’ll count the stars until dawn …”

Star Tribune staff writers Lee Svitak Dean and Rick Nelson will talk cookies with food writer Beth Dooley as they share best-loved recipes and baking lore from the newspaper’s popular holiday cookie contest. Dean and Nelson’s brand new volume of “The Great Minnesota Cookie Book” covers 15 yummy years of the cookie competition. Enjoy a complimentary selection of award-winning cookies from this year’s cookie contest

Bundle up and head on down to beautiful Loring Park in the heart of the city for this wintry get-together. With a kids zone, games, the Fulton beer garden, musical performances, fireworks, the chance to meet Santa

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“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” George Wyle and Edward Pola

“There’ll be parties for hosting/ Marshmallows for toasting …”

“Baby It’s Cold Outside,” Frank Loesser

When: Nov. 29, 7 p.m. (Doors are 6:15 p.m. for general admission seating.) Where: Hennepin County Library – Minneapolis Central, 300 Nicollet Mall Info: supporthclib.org

“Jingle Jingle Jingle,” Johnny Marks

When: Weekdays Nov. 26–Dec. 24, twice a day at 7:30 a.m.–9 a.m., 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. or 4 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Where: Capella Tower Skyway, 225 S. 6th St. Info: facebook.com/capellatower

When: Open daily throughout the winter skating season including all Holidazzle hours. Where: Loring Park, 1382 Willow St. Info: holidazzle.com or mplsdowntown. com/winterskate

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Holiday Guide 2018 When: Dec. 8, noon–8 p.m. Where: Various locations in downtown Minneapolis Info: xmasbarcrawl.com/minneapolis

“Hard Candy Christmas,” Carol Hall

‘An “Eventually” Christmas: Holidays at the Mill’ “Olden times and ancient rhymes/ Of love and dreams to share …” It’s the Washburn Crosby 1920 holiday party, and you’re there. Set in the museum’s Flour Tower elevator ride, this heartwarming play has scenes unfolding on different floors as the audience meets characters drawn from the real pages of the company’s employee newspaper, the Eventually News. Recommended for ages 8 and older. (Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and $16 for children 8–17. Minnesota Historical Society members save 20 percent. Admission is $2 off with a Fringe Festival button. Tickets include museum admission and refreshments following the play.)

When: Dec. 13–16; weekdays at 6 p.m., 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. and weekends at 5 p.m. 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Where: Mill City Museum, 704 S. 2nd St. Info: mnhs.org “Christmas Time Is Here,” Vince Guaraldi (music) and Lee Mendelson (lyrics)

Winter Solstice celebration “All is calm, all is bright …”

Enjoy an evening of celestial fun! Gather at a bonfire and have hot cider while learning why the amount of light changes throughout the year. Make a luminary and get a winter phenology bingo card to play in coming weeks then bring back to the Nature Center for a prize. ($5; free for kids under 13. Preregistration is optional.)

When: Dec. 21, 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Where: Carl Kroening Interpretive Center at North Mississippi Regional Park, 4900 N. Mississippi Court Info: minneapolisparks.org “Silent Night,” Franz Gruber (music) and Joseph Mohr (lyrics)

‘Holiday Inn’ on the big screen “Yuletide carols being sung by a choir/ Folks dressed up like Eskimos …” A New Year’s Day tradition that sells out every year, the Heights Theater presents “Holiday Inn” on the big screen. It’s full of fancy costumes, likable characters and Irving Berlin’s songs, including “White Christmas.” This special screening also features Edward Copeland at the Mighty Wurlitzer. (Tickets are $10.)

When: Jan. 1, 1 p.m. Where: The Heights Theatre, 3951 Central Ave. NE Info: heightstheater.com “The Christmas Song,” Mel Torme and Robert Wells

self a seat for this guitar-and-horns extravaganza.(Tickets from $53.50.)

When: Nov. 16, 8 p.m. Where: State Theatre, 805 Hennepin Ave. Info: briansetzer.com or hennepintheatretrust.org “Santa Bring My Baby Back to Me,” Aaron Schroeder and Claude Demetrius

Moore by Four: The Holiday Show “And I’m just gonna keep on waiting/ Underneath the mistletoe …” Treat yourself to a night with Twin Cities vocal legends Moore by Four. They’ve sung for the U.S. Olympic Committee, the Super Bowl and at concert halls around the world. Kick back and hear them add seasonal flair to their tight vocal ensembles and innovative arrangements — right in your own backyard. (Tickets from $20.)

When: Nov. 23, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Where: Dakota Jazz Club, 1010 Nicollet Mall Info: dakotacooks.com “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” Mariah Carey and Walter Afanasieff

Holidays Under Glass concert series “City sidewalks, busy sidewalks, dressed in holiday style …” Pause as you’re walking by this airy, welcoming crossroads of downtown Minneapolis — you’ll get to hear different groups and artists performing over the lunch hour all month long. Santa makes the scene, too: He’s there after every Saturday show. (Free.)

When: Nov. 23–Dec. 24 (excluding Sundays), noon–1 p.m. Santa visits 1 p.m.–3 p.m. Saturdays. Where: IDS Center Crystal Court, 80 S. 8th St. Info: ids-center.com

ON STAGE ‘A Christmas Carol’ “You’re as cuddly as a cactus …”

“Silver Bells,” Jay Livingston and Ray Evans

Charles Dickens must have been able to imagine the future. His classic Christmas tale about slowing down to consider life — past, present and what may come — still works today. At approximately a two-hour runtime, it’s the perfect way to take a break from holiday frenzy and enjoy a Minneapolis theater gem. (Tickets from $29. Preview performances are $15. Senior, student and youth discounts available. Recommended for ages 8 and up.)

‘A Christmas Story’ outdoors “Snowing and blowing up bushels of fun …” Bundle up to root for Ralphie Parker for this outdoor showing of the 1983 movie “A Christmas Story.” Moviegoers get free hot chocolate and popcorn for their heartiness. Bring a lawn chair, blanket and hand warmers, and get ready to do wintry posts using the hashtag #onlyinminnesota. (Free.)

When: Dec. 15, 3 p.m. Where: Target Field Station, 335 N. 5th St. Info: northloop.org/event/christmasstory-target-field-station “Jingle Bell Rock,” James Boothe and Joseph Beal

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Whether you were a Stray Cats fan or not, no matter. Brian Setzer’s Christmas show is named right: It rocks! Setzer starts his tour in Minneapolis, so just put aside the fact that turkey day hasn’t arrived yet and grab your-

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“A Holly Jolly Christmas,” Johnny Marks

Brian Wilson presents the Christmas Album Live “He’s gotta wear his goggles ‘cause the snow really flies …” A Beach Boys founding member and inductee in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Brian Wilson and his stellar band are on tour to perform “The Beach Boys’ Christmas Album” live in its entirety for the first time. Longtime band mates Al Jardine and Blondie Chaplin will join the legendary artistproducer as they re-create this 1964 album and perform songs from Wilson’s critically acclaimed solo album, “What I Really Want for Christmas.” (Tickets from $63.)

When: Nov. 28, 8 p.m. Where: Orpheum Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave. Info: brianwilson.com/holiday-tour or hennepintheatretrust.org “Little Saint Nick,” Brian Wilson and Mike Love

‘The Great Russian Nutcracker’ “Ever green have its branches been/ It is king of all the woodland scene …” As a gift to yourself or an invitation to make someone else very happy, consider putting Moscow Ballet’s production on your list this holiday. It’s a break from the hustlebustle as you take in hand-painted sets, detailed costumes, powerful dancers and the emotion of the story set to Tchaikovsky’s music. (Tickets from $32.)

When: Nov. 30, 7 p.m. and Dec. 1, 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Where: Orpheum Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave. Info: nutcracker.com or hennepintheatretrust.org

Trashy Little Xmas Show “I got a string of pretty Christmas lights a hangin’ from the cab of my truck …” Join the ranks who mark their calendar for the night they’ll attend Trailer Trash’s Trashy Little Xmas Show. A tradition for families and friends for over 20 years, it’s filled with rocking irreverence and contagious fun helmed by this country-rockabilly band. And dancing with your fellow Twin Citians to a raucous version of “Joy to the World”? It’s a Christmas gift in and of itself. (Tickets are $20–$22 in advance or $25 at the door.)

“You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” Albert Hague (music) and Theodor Geisel (lyrics)

“Please make these reindeer hurry/ Well their time is drawing near …”

When: Nov. 26–Dec. 19, 11:30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays Where: City Center Atrium, 33 S. 6th St. Info: Look for signs inside City Center

“Gather Around the Christmas Tree,” John Hopkins

When: Nov. 13–Dec. 29, various times. Relaxed performance, modified to accommodate patrons with sensory and vestibular sensitivities, is 6 p.m. Nov. 18. Where: Guthrie Theater, 818 S. 2nd St. Info: guthrietheater.org

The Brian Setzer Orchestra: Christmas Rocks!

of talented solo performers, bands and choirs — including some well-known Twin Cities artists. (Free.)

City Center concert series “And when you walk down the street/ Say hello to friends you know …” A great way to fit in holiday entertainment when your schedule (or budget) is tight? Enjoy it for free on your lunch hour when you’re already downtown. Stop by the City Center atrium to be entertained by an array

When: Friday and Saturday nights in December, various times. The family show is noon Dec. 2. Where: Eagles Club (Dec. 1), 2507 E. 25th St.; Lee’s Liquor Lounge (Dec. 8 and 22), 101 Glenwood Avenue. Check site for more locations. Info: trailertrashmusic.com “Truckin’ Trees for Christmas,” Red Simpson

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‘The Chanukah Guest’

created in the 1880s as a way to keep men out of pubs on Christmas Eve. Join them as they honor the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols tradition and reimagine it for our world today. (Tickets $10–$32.)

“Doorbells and sleigh bells/ And schnitzel with noodles …”

When: Dec. 13, 11 a.m. (See cantussings. org for other dates and locations.) Where: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1200 Marquette Ave. Info: cantussings.org

Previously a sold-out hit, this Jenna Zark play is based on the award-winning book by Eric A. Kimmel. Interactive and fun for the whole family, it tells the story of latkemaking Bubba Brayna — and how the smells from her kitchen draw in an unexpected (and very hungry) visitor. Craig Johnson directs. (Tickets are $20.)

“Caroling, Caroling,” Wihla Hutson (lyrics) and Alfred Burt (music)

Home for the Holidays with the Minnesota Orchestra “I’m dreaming of a place I love/ Even more than I usually do …”

When: December 2 and 9, 1 p.m. (Additional shows for school groups Dec. 4–18; call for info.) Where: Highland Park Community Center, 1978 Ford Parkway, St. Paul Info: mnjewishtheatre.org “My Favorite Things,” Oscar Hammerstein II (lyrics) and Richard Rodgers (music)

Messiah Christmas concert “The world in solemn stillness lay/ To hear the angels sing …”

Melissa Etheridge: The Holiday Show “I hear the sound of Christmas in your song …” An Oscar and Grammy winner with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Melissa Etheridge is a powerhouse rocker who also made her Broadway debut in 2011 in Green Day’s rock opera, “American Idiot.” She’ll show her festive side for this show, performing songs from her 2008 holiday album, “A New Thought for Christmas.” Fan favorites include “Merry Christmas Baby” and “O Night Divine.” (Tickets from $66.)

When: Dec. 9, 8 p.m. Where: Pantages Theater, 710 Hennepin Ave. Info: hennepintheatretrust.org “You Make It Feel Like Christmas,” Neil Diamond

The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra performs Handel’s Messiah in the stunning Basilica of Saint Mary. Experience the “Hallelujah Chorus” in the ornate atmosphere of this 1914 structure in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. (Tickets from $12.)

When: Dec. 21, 8 p.m. Where: The Basilica of Saint Mary, 1600 Hennepin Ave. Info: thespco.org or mary.org “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear,” Richard W. Willis

Christmas with Cantus “Mark ye well the song we sing/ Gladsome tidings now we bring …” This collaborative men’s vocal ensemble presents a concert around the theme of the Lessons and Carols service, which was

Conductor Sarah Hicks collaborated with writer Kevin Kling and director/co-writer Peter Rothstein to create this uniquely Minnesotan holiday show. With quirky storytelling about Christmas and family traditions, plus the talent of the Minnesota Orchestra, it sounds like the perfect mix. You betcha. (Tickets from $30. Reduced rates for under 40, students and children.)

When: Dec. 14, 16 and 20, 8 p.m., 2 p.m. and 11 a.m. Where: Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall Info: minnesotaorchestra.org

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“And as we trim the tree/ How much fun it’s gonna be together …” Fun for the entire family, this modern version of “A Visit from St. Nicholas” by Sounds of Blackness is in its 40th year of energizing (and sometimes hilarious) songs and scenes that reveal the true meaning of Christmas. Blending R&B, hip-hop, jazz, blues and gospel, the three-time Grammy Award–winning performers introduce you to Rudolph the Rappin’ Reindeer, James Brown Mice and more. (Tickets from $28.50.)

When: Dec. 22, 8 p.m. Where: Pantages Theatre, 710 Hennepin Ave. Info: soundsofblackness.org or hennepintheatretrust.org “This Christmas,” Nadine McKinnor and Donny Hathaway

A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices… Be lifted up on one of the darkest nights of the year by Lumina, four radiant female voices who explore mystery, beauty and hope in music. Spanning medieval carols to pieces by living and local composers, this concert in the majestic 1910 cathedral includes music for solstice, Christmas and Advent. (Tickets are $10 at the Cathedral Book Shop or at door.)

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Squash & Root Vegetable Bisque

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Recipe courtesy of the Mill City Farmers Market. Serves 4-6.

Mill City Cooks / By Jenny Heck

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WINTER SQUASH

Ingredients 3 lbs. winter squash, any variety, washed well and left unpeeled and whole 2 Tablespoons sesame oil 1 large onion, large dice 2 carrots, large dice 2 parsnips, peeled and large dice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup white wine, or dry sherry 2 cups full fat coconut milk 1 quart (4 cups) vegetable stock ¼ teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup from Horner’s Corner ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper 1½ teaspoons salt Method Preheat the oven to 425. Place the whole squash on a cookie sheet and roast for 45 minutes to 1½ hours, or until a fork can easily pierce through to the center. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 1 hour. Once cooled, peel the squash, and remove the seeds.

inter squash is up there with pumpkin spice and sweater weather when it comes to the highlights of fall. To some, the large, tough-skinned vegetables may be intimidating. Let’s break down what you need to know to get ready for the season!

In general, choose small-to-medium size squash that feel heavy for their size. Squash dries out over time, resulting in less desirable flavor and texture. Small scratches and blemishes are completely fine, but avoid squash with dark or soft spots.

Storage

Selection Each variety of squash has its own distinct shape, color and size, but most share a somewhat-nutty, sweet flavor. Buying squash at farmers markets is a great way to get to know new varieties, since you can talk directly to expert growers who can recommend the best squash.

Winter squash will keep for several months in a cool area of your house (think pioneertime vegetable cellar).

winter squash as there are varieties, but they all start with the same few steps:

``Scrub the squash under running water to remove any dirt. ``Use a large, sharp knife to remove the knobby stem. ``Cut the squash in half by inserting the tip of the knife firmly and cutting through the squash lengthwise. ``Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds. At this point, depending on what you are making, it is time to choose your own adventure. You can roast the halves, cut side down on a baking sheet at 375 until tender (about

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In a large Dutch oven, heat the sesame oil over medium high heat and sauté the onion until nicely brown and caramelized. Add the peeled squash and remaining vegetables, and sauté another 3 minutes. Deglaze the pot with the wine, then add the coconut milk, stock, herbs, maple syrup, salt and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes, or until the diced vegetables are soft enough to mash with the back of a spoon. Puree the soup in a high powered blender, food processor or with an immersion blender. (If using a regular blender, make sure to remove the vent in the lid. Pureeing hot liquid with the lid completely closed can cause the liquid to explode out of the blender!) Pour the soup back into the Dutch oven and thin if necessary with more stock. Season to taste with more salt, pepper or maple syrup.

30–40 minutes). Or you can cube the squash before roasting, sautéing, boiling or steaming. You do not need to peel winter squash unless you are working with extremely tough skinned varieties. Butternut, delicata and acorn squash do not need to be peeled. In fact, the peels add great color, fiber and texture to recipes! The recipe below for squash and root vegetable bisque comes from the Mill City Farmers Market, offering winter markets inside the Mill City Museum (no admission required) select Saturdays through April, including 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Nov 17. Find more information at millcityfarmersmarket.org

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Storyteller Amy Salloway has put together an evening of performances by some of the top storytellers and solo performers in the city, including the legendary Heidi Arneson, 2017 SlamMN Grand Champion Gregory Picket and Jessica Zuehlke, co-author of the wildly popular “Church Basement Ladies” shows. Each of the performers takes on the theme of place, reﬂecting on what sounds, smells and people connect us to home. After the scheduled performers, the evening concludes with an open mic, when audience members can share their own stories that show their connections to a particular place.

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Young, pre-professional performers from the Children’s Theatre Company’s Theatre Arts Training program add a bit of Riot Grrrl to ancient Greek theater in their rendition of “Antigone” by Sophocles, directed by Katherine Pardue. Think of it as a mix of 441 B.C. meets the 1990s, with a feminist punch.

When: 6 p.m.–9 p.m., Friday, Nov. 16 Where: Hennepin History Museum, 2303 3rd Ave. S Cost: $8 member, $10 general Info: hennepinhistory.org

When: 7 p.m. Thursday–Saturday, Nov. 15–17; 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 18 Where: Children’s Theatre Company, 2400 3rd Ave. S. Cost: $10 Info: childrenstheatre.org

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For the aspiring art buyer, there’s no better introduction than the art sale at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, featuring work by current students and recent graduates. These are the artists of the future, including some who may have work that will be worth quite a bit more than what you can purchase at this sale. It’s been an annual tradition for 21 years and a great opportunity to nab some emerging artists and designers at the beginning of their careers.

Twin Cities-based playwright Aamera Siddiqui’s play, “Freedom Daze,” takes a look at how the Muslim ban came to be. Directed by Suzy Messerole, the work touches on the wave of Islamophobia that has washed over the United States in recent years. Based on true stories, the multimedia performance is sure to be thought provoking.

Minneapolis’s festival of lights is upon us, as Holidazzle once again returns to Loring Park. Whether you are there to see Santa, go for a free skate, see the fireworks, watch musical performances, keep warm by a bonfire or enjoy wild rice and cranberry sausages galore, there’s something for everyone. New this year is the “Thwing,” an interactive multi-person swing, downtown sleigh rides down Nicollet Mall, Alpacas and other rescue animals, s’more stations and much more.

When: 6 p.m.–9 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Nov. 15 and 16; 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17 Where: MCAD, 2501 Stevens Ave. Cost: $150 Thursday, $25 in advance and $30 at the door Friday. Free Saturday. Info: mcad.edu

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Maybe you don’t celebrate Thanksgiving or don’t have a big meal planned or maybe, after spending time with family, you just want to get out of the house. No problem: There are plenty of entertainment oﬀerings on the Thanksgiving Day and all through the weekend. Whether it’s music, dance or a drag-filled brunch, check out these options happening in Minneapolis. Janelle Monáe + Lizzo Drag Brunch The long holiday weekend means more time for brunching, and what better way than with drag performers and the music of Janelle Monáe and Lizzo brought to you by Union Rooftop and Flipphone, starring Sasha R. Cassadine and “RuPaul’s Drag Race” alumnus Jaidynn Diore Fierce. When: 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m., Friday, Nov. 23 Where: Union Rooftop, 731 Hennepin Ave. Cost: $11 Info: ﬂipphoneevents.com

The Big Wu Annual Thanksgiving Show After the big meal, get your body moving to jam band The Big Wu, who have been rocking since the 1990s. When: 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 22 Where: 917 Cedar Ave. Cost: $10 advance, $12 door Info: cabooze.com

Choreographer’s Evening 2017 Guggenheim fellow Pramila Vasudevan has been picked as this year’s curator of the Walker Art Center’s Choreographer’s Evening, a post-Thanksgiving dance tradition featuring choreographers of all diﬀerent styles and backgrounds. When: 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24 Where: The Walker Art Center, 725 Vineland Place Cost: $25 Info: walkerart.org

Thanksgiving with Regina Williams Regina Williams’ incredible singing chops match her magnetic stage presence for this Thanksgiving performance. When: 7 p.m.–10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 22 Where: 1010 Nicollet Mall Cost: $25–$35 Info: dakotacooks.com

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