Frank Gaard: Poison & Candy
@ Walker Art Center
1750 Hennepin Ave.
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
6:30p.m. – 9 p.m. / Free
Grandly playful painting provocateur Frank Gaard -- the legendary enfant terrible of the Minneapolis art world -- has been a vibrant fixture on the scene for decades. His work continues to push the envelope and defy the stuffy elitism that sometimes threatens to suffocate even the best artistic talents. Gaard’s idiosyncratic mash-ups of the political and the personal vibrate with tense dream-like logic that merges the sublime and the bizarre. The Walker Art Center has set out to showcase this local legend with a dizzyingly comprehensive survey of more than 100 exciting works spanning five decades. Expect to see many of the artist’s instantly recognizable portraits, newer works with a recurring pony motif, and early illustrative work from the '70s through the '90s, as well as some other colorful surprises. The event coincides with Target Free Thursday so you can browse the rest of the Walker’s galleries after you get your Frank fix!
Grandly playful painting provocateur Frank Gaard -- the legendary enfant terrible of the Minneapolis art world -- has been a vibrant fixture on the scene for decades. His work continues to push the envelope and defy the stuffy elitism that sometimes threatens to suffocate even the best artistic talents. Gaard’s idiosyncratic mash-ups of the political and the personal vibrate with tense dream-like logic that merges the sublime and the bizarre. The Walker Art Center has set out to showcase this local legend with a dizzyingly comprehensive survey of more than 100 exciting works spanning five decades. Expect to see many of the artist’s instantly recognizable portraits, newer works with a recurring pony motif, and early illustrative work from the '70s through the '90s, as well as some other colorful surprises. The event coincides with Target Free Thursday so you can browse the rest of the Walker’s galleries after you get your Frank fix!
THURSDAY JANUARY 26TH
The FREAKONOMIQUE Music Series Presents: Monolog
@ Future Presence Gallery
1126 2nd St NE
Minneapolis
8 – 11 p.m. / free
Elusive is the name of the game for Berlin-based artist/producer, Monolog. Under the guise of a slew of different performers, the enigmatic cult “buzz band” ferociously churns out haunting electronic tracks of “sparse loops, synched vocals and conceptual design” while evading their true identity – reminiscent of the Swedish multimedia project iamamiwhoami sans the YouTube hype. Tonight, don't miss as Monolog premieres in the U.S. right here in MPLS. Collaborating alongside the peeps at the Future Presence Gallery, Monolog's multifaceted performance explores the tenets of vanity, self-involvement and self-expression. The event is one-night only, and definitely not to be missed! While you're visiting Future Presence's digs, don't miss your last chance to check out the group show, Future Presence 4, featuring the artwork of over 30 visual, sound, and film artists.
THURSDAY JANUARY 26TH
Soft Opening
@ Club Jager
923 Washington Ave N
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+ / Free
Groove to smooth jams from the latest in DJ fever at Soft Opening, featuring Machen Davis & Mark McGee. Plus, revel in tasty drink specials, including $5 Jameson and $2.50 PBR, and other delish Jager libations dished out by l'etoile's resident music writer (and drink slinger), Robyn Lewis.
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Soft Opening
@ Club Jager
923 Washington Ave N
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+ / Free
Groove to smooth jams from the latest in DJ fever at Soft Opening, featuring Machen Davis & Mark McGee. Plus, revel in tasty drink specials, including $5 Jameson and $2.50 PBR, and other delish Jager libations dished out by l'etoile's resident music writer (and drink slinger), Robyn Lewis.
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Harriet Brewing 1-Year Anniversary Bash
@ Blue Nile
2027 E. Franklin Ave
Minneapolis
4 p.m. / All Ages/ $8 $10 at the door
If you’re looking for a little hope on the horizon, Harriet Brewing’s 1-Year anniversary bash is bound to banish your inner beer blues and lift your waning winter spirit. How you ask? With a comprehensive collection of local/live music and a whole-lotta beer tasting! Get ready for a “total tap takeover.” The Twin Cities’ very first microbrewery invites you to taste old beer favorites and sample new beer flavors as they take over 12 taps at the Blue Nile. Plan to taste your very first sip of the new Elevator Doppelboch, browse live art and jam to DJs, jazz, reggae, and folk music.
WORKING TITLE: An Evolving Art Exhibit (OPENING #2)
@ CO Exhibitions
1101 Stinson Blvd NE
Suite #2
Minneapolis
6-9 p.m. / Free
What do you get when you invite some of the Twin Cities preeminent art and design talents to collectively create, embellish, revise, and re-work dozens of pieces over the course of four weeks? We think the answer is – a sexy hotbed of fecund creativity – and we're dying to see the results! Not only have the folks over at CO Exhibitions conceived this grand experiment in art-making, they've structured it as a uniquely interactive opportunity for art makers and art lovers to participate in a dialogue about the local art scene. Each week a new opening reception will occur (this Friday being the second of four openings) displaying the changes made to each work over the past seven days. These changes can include style, concept, and number of contributors, but also price, scale, and media. Buying a piece will freeze it in time and prevent further work, so art lovers will be able to choose when a piece is complete. Additionally, surprise musical acts from artists known for their cooperative nature will pop up at each opening. We're over the moon to see what artist faves like Michael Cina, Rudy Fig, Jennifer Davis, Carly Schoen and numerous others can produce in collaboration with gallery "CO"-owners and design influencers Burlesque and Permanent ADG. This experiment in evolutionary artistic collaboration is bound to be one of the most compelling events of the year - as well as a shit-ton of fun - so if you know what's good for you you'll check it out!
BONUS: This Friday is the 2nd of four openings. Additional dates include Fri, Feb 3rd, and Fri, Feb 10th.
Click HERE for this art event and more at mplsart.com
Suite #2
Minneapolis
6-9 p.m. / Free
What do you get when you invite some of the Twin Cities preeminent art and design talents to collectively create, embellish, revise, and re-work dozens of pieces over the course of four weeks? We think the answer is – a sexy hotbed of fecund creativity – and we're dying to see the results! Not only have the folks over at CO Exhibitions conceived this grand experiment in art-making, they've structured it as a uniquely interactive opportunity for art makers and art lovers to participate in a dialogue about the local art scene. Each week a new opening reception will occur (this Friday being the second of four openings) displaying the changes made to each work over the past seven days. These changes can include style, concept, and number of contributors, but also price, scale, and media. Buying a piece will freeze it in time and prevent further work, so art lovers will be able to choose when a piece is complete. Additionally, surprise musical acts from artists known for their cooperative nature will pop up at each opening. We're over the moon to see what artist faves like Michael Cina, Rudy Fig, Jennifer Davis, Carly Schoen and numerous others can produce in collaboration with gallery "CO"-owners and design influencers Burlesque and Permanent ADG. This experiment in evolutionary artistic collaboration is bound to be one of the most compelling events of the year - as well as a shit-ton of fun - so if you know what's good for you you'll check it out!
BONUS: This Friday is the 2nd of four openings. Additional dates include Fri, Feb 3rd, and Fri, Feb 10th.
Click HERE for this art event and more at mplsart.com
Collaboration between Eric Melzer and Mike Cina
The Company: St. Paul City Ballet
@ The Ordway
McKnight Theater
345 Washington Street
St. Paul
345 Washington Street
St. Paul
7:30 p.m / $35
We can’t promise any of the dancers will go full Black Swan at this performance, but you’re sure to see stunning displays of dancing prowess that will entertain and impress. The evening opens with a dazzling classic work from Raymonda and moves on to a new work entitled One from emerging New York choreographer Joseph Morrissey. Not an Etude – a joyous work set to original jazz music – and the fiery Bolero from the familiar Ravel score close out the program of performances. The unique mix of the experimental and the traditional should offer a fine overview of the multi-faceted talents of the SPCB company.
Bonus: Hob-nob with the dancers and choreographers at the Post-Show party right next door at the St. Paul Hotel!
Click HERE fort the Ordway site
Click HERE fort the Ordway site
The Pleasure Principals
@ Clubhouse Jäger
923 Washington Ave. N.
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+/ Free
This Friday, Mike 2600 and DJ Espada are The Pleasure Principals. Prepare yourself for a night of funk-filled, unadulterated, pre-holiday pleasure as you dance to the sophisticated spinnings and double DJ remakes of old school classics. In the mood for Michael and Janet, Stevie Wonder, Stevie Nicks, Billy Idol, and Billy Ocean all under one roof? If you’re catching what we’re throwing out, you know Jag is the place to be tonight. Dress your best and snag a cup of holiday cheer, Clubhouse Jäger will provide the beer.
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FRIDAY JANUARY 27TH
Baby Boys
@ Turf Club
1601 University Ave
St. Paul
9pm / 21+ / $6
Baby Boys, the swoonworthy new indie pop outfit made up of scene vets Jeff Brown, Jeff Quin and newcomer Danny Holden, has officially captured our hearts. Poised to release their Har Mar-produced debut album, Baby Boys is at the top of our list of bands to keep under strict radar. With a hint of sweet 90's nostalgia blended with catchy sing-along indie rock hooks, it certainly wont be long before these guys are getting three spins a day on the Current! Get there early for Silver Spoons, Crimes, and Lotus Eaters.
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Art Sled Rally at Powderhorn Park
@ Powderhorn Park
3400 15th Ave S
Minneapolis
2 p.m. / All Ages/ Free
Looking for something seasonally spectacular to do this weekend? Look no further than the South Sixteenth High Jinks 5th Annual Art Sled Rally. These collaborating artists and neighborhood residents provide you with an artsy afternoon of adventure and creativity at the scenic/historic Powderhorn Park. Prior to the races, build yourself a one-of-a-kind snow contraption and recruit fellow art lovers, friends, family and Saturday afternoon snow enthusiasts to your team. Make sure to arrive at 1:30 p.m. (sledding device in hand) to save a spot in the lineup.
2 p.m. / All Ages/ Free
Looking for something seasonally spectacular to do this weekend? Look no further than the South Sixteenth High Jinks 5th Annual Art Sled Rally. These collaborating artists and neighborhood residents provide you with an artsy afternoon of adventure and creativity at the scenic/historic Powderhorn Park. Prior to the races, build yourself a one-of-a-kind snow contraption and recruit fellow art lovers, friends, family and Saturday afternoon snow enthusiasts to your team. Make sure to arrive at 1:30 p.m. (sledding device in hand) to save a spot in the lineup.
SATURDAY JANUARY 28TH
Get Lucky 2012
@ SooVAC
2638 Lyndale Ave. S
Minneapolis
7 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. / $40 (Advance) $45 (Door)
Are you planning to Get Lucky this weekend? At the risk of sounding uncouth, we think you’ve got a pretty good shot. Soo Visual Arts Center’s annual benefit gala is a sure thing – and you don’t even have to buy it dinner! The event brings together Twin Cities art lovers to mingle, nosh on tasty treats, and contemplate works of art while supporting the fortunes of one of the city’s most progressive and consistent arts organizations. A diverse array of works from dozens of talented locals (including l’etoile’s own @theiverson) will be available to take home via a silent auction. DJ Black Lacquer entertains while the drinks liberally flow. We’re not saying the SooVAC is easy, but they are certainly putting out this year, so take advantage of the opportunity to Get Lucky!
Click HERE for tickets
Are you planning to Get Lucky this weekend? At the risk of sounding uncouth, we think you’ve got a pretty good shot. Soo Visual Arts Center’s annual benefit gala is a sure thing – and you don’t even have to buy it dinner! The event brings together Twin Cities art lovers to mingle, nosh on tasty treats, and contemplate works of art while supporting the fortunes of one of the city’s most progressive and consistent arts organizations. A diverse array of works from dozens of talented locals (including l’etoile’s own @theiverson) will be available to take home via a silent auction. DJ Black Lacquer entertains while the drinks liberally flow. We’re not saying the SooVAC is easy, but they are certainly putting out this year, so take advantage of the opportunity to Get Lucky!
Click HERE for tickets
Art by Emily Bennett-Beck
SATURDAY JANUARY 28TH
SPLIT Videozine Launch
@ Cult Status Gallery
2913 Harriet Ave. S
Minneapolis
8 p.m. - 11 p.m. / All Ages / $5
What is a Videozine you ask? Well, in this case it’s a music/art hybrid where exclusive content from visual artists is combined with corresponding work by musical artists. SPLIT magazine is devoted to providing an outlet for the work of communities who may be marginalized or ignored by other venues. They attempt to break down boundaries using art as a common language. That’s a tall order, but fortunately SPLIT has curated some kick-ass visual and musical acts to support their vision. SPLIT’s premiere party will feature live music by Spyder Baybie Rawdog & 2% Muck, I, Colossus, and Guante, and live art including an outdoor mural. Some of the works created throughout the evening will be given away as door prizes, so you could be taking a piece of the launch home. Get a peek at some raw local talent and soak up the crackling energy of a burgeoning scene.
What is a Videozine you ask? Well, in this case it’s a music/art hybrid where exclusive content from visual artists is combined with corresponding work by musical artists. SPLIT magazine is devoted to providing an outlet for the work of communities who may be marginalized or ignored by other venues. They attempt to break down boundaries using art as a common language. That’s a tall order, but fortunately SPLIT has curated some kick-ass visual and musical acts to support their vision. SPLIT’s premiere party will feature live music by Spyder Baybie Rawdog & 2% Muck, I, Colossus, and Guante, and live art including an outdoor mural. Some of the works created throughout the evening will be given away as door prizes, so you could be taking a piece of the launch home. Get a peek at some raw local talent and soak up the crackling energy of a burgeoning scene.
Click HERE for this art event and more at mplsart.com
SATURDAY JANUARY 28TH
Dearling Physique
@ Hell's Kitchen
80 S 9th St
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+ / $5
Remember when The Brodsky Quartet joined Bjork to remix the already intense “Hyper-Ballad” track? Goosebumps rose. We bawled. We imagined it as our wedding song. Ah, the power of strings. Tonight, the element of live orchestra lends its melodramatics to local avant-garde electronica outfit, Dearling Physique, for a blow-your-mind event. Join as they take the stage one final time before their European tour, backed by string players Renee Klitzke of Me and My Arrow and Addy Wasson (Tiger Vs.). Besides adding an additional flare to Dearling Physique's always theatrical and visually artistic live shows, tonight's accompaniment showcases a newly chic side of DP. Prepare to feel like your sitting pretty in balcony seats, sound resonating, vibrating and ricocheting off the walls. After the performance, stick around for a mega-dance party lead by DJ Naughty Wood. It's the best of both worlds.
Click HERE for the Facebook event
SPILT Videozine Promo from Spilt Magazine on Vimeo.
SATURDAY JANUARY 28TH
Dearling Physique
@ Hell's Kitchen
80 S 9th St
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+ / $5
Remember when The Brodsky Quartet joined Bjork to remix the already intense “Hyper-Ballad” track? Goosebumps rose. We bawled. We imagined it as our wedding song. Ah, the power of strings. Tonight, the element of live orchestra lends its melodramatics to local avant-garde electronica outfit, Dearling Physique, for a blow-your-mind event. Join as they take the stage one final time before their European tour, backed by string players Renee Klitzke of Me and My Arrow and Addy Wasson (Tiger Vs.). Besides adding an additional flare to Dearling Physique's always theatrical and visually artistic live shows, tonight's accompaniment showcases a newly chic side of DP. Prepare to feel like your sitting pretty in balcony seats, sound resonating, vibrating and ricocheting off the walls. After the performance, stick around for a mega-dance party lead by DJ Naughty Wood. It's the best of both worlds.
Click HERE for the Facebook event
SATURDAY JANUARY 28TH
Another Saturday Night
@ Kitty Kat Club
315 14 Ave. SE Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+ / $3
New party alert! Every fourth Saturday of the month the Kitty Kat Club will host “Another Saturday Night.” But, this isn’t just any Saturday. Come feel the hip-hop hype with awesome party purveyors, the super sexified DJ Bach and SGLD as they sizzle the vintage upholstery off those delectably dainty antique couches. Enjoy drink specials all night as you lose yourself in the incredibly heavenly candlelit atmosphere.
Another Saturday Night
@ Kitty Kat Club
315 14 Ave. SE Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+ / $3
New party alert! Every fourth Saturday of the month the Kitty Kat Club will host “Another Saturday Night.” But, this isn’t just any Saturday. Come feel the hip-hop hype with awesome party purveyors, the super sexified DJ Bach and SGLD as they sizzle the vintage upholstery off those delectably dainty antique couches. Enjoy drink specials all night as you lose yourself in the incredibly heavenly candlelit atmosphere.
Attitude City
@ Club Jager
923 Washington Ave
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+ / Free
One of our favorite monthly dance jams is here! The crate-digging connoisseurs of Attitude City are at it again with their installation of music and mayhem. Join the one and only Jeff Dubois and special guest Benny Lojak for a night of delicious dance beats and Clubhouse Jager’s tasty cocktails. Not only is it free, but we guarantee that you’ll have an awesome time mingling and dancing all up on some of Minneapolis’ finest.
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Riot Act Readings Series
@ Nick & Eddie
1612 Harmon Place
Minneapolis
8 – 11 p.m.
Not for the conservative of heart, MPLS's bawdiest lit showcase strikes again this Sunday featuring an all-star, all-grit cast of talented writers, comedians, punk-poets and more. This edition's roster includes original pieces from former Zuzu's Petal's lead singer and memoir queen, Laurie Lindeen; flash fiction writer, Christopher “Jug” George; Paper Darts editorial queen bee, Regan Smith; West Bank comedian, Rana May; and, of course, work from literary vets and Riot Act hosts, Laura Brandenburg and Paul D. Dickinson. Have a brew – and if you're feeling generous – buy one for the Riot Act crew; chances are they'll accept. Nothing wets the reading whistle like a cold one.
Click HERE for the Facebook event
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