Weekend What's What 12/18-12/23

UNDER THE MISTLETOE

We're in the happy holidaze home stretch this weekend, so put on your seat belts and prepare to be dazzled! An abundance of spectacular entertainment awaits you, filled with seasonal bliss along with a kiss! Jingle your bells to the Kitty Cat Klub this Saturday to celebrate the holidays l'étoile-style at Kissmas, a Christmas kissing jam hosted by our red-headed bff's Tendercakes and electro-wonder Millions Billions! Don't have your holiday shopping done yet? Don't despair, we've got you covered in our 2008 Guide to Holiday Cheer! It's not just all about us this weekend however, you'll find no shortage of fabulous festivities to keep you happy and warm until Monday comes.

Shout out: Congrats to brilliant and beautiful l'étoile staffer Lacey Pripc Hedtke, who graduates with her Masters degree in Library and Information Science today!

xo-l'étoile




L'ETOILE'S GUIDE TO HOLIDAY CHEER 2008

Be sure to peep our 2008 Holiday Gift Guide at the link below! We've rounded up our favorite picks for cool gifts, homemade treats, music mixes, and more to make your holidays pop off just right.

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THURSDAY DECEMBER 18TH

Text/Messages: Books by Artists

@ Walker Art Center
1750 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis

5pm / Free

The Twin Cities abound with artists’ books. No one knows it better than the Walker’s awesome librarian, who’s been collecting them for over 24 years. Usually you can only see these beauties by appointment, so this is an extra-special occasion. The show’s pieces are incredible; creative-text on ribbon, diary format, and many other takes on the concept of the book. Through April 19th.

BONUS: For an extra shot of fun, stop by the MIA between 6pm and 9pm for their Third Thursday: Chill Out, where they’ll be screening How the Grinch Stole Christmas while Christine Rosholt pipes them out and Stuart Klipper talks about photographing in Antartica. Brrr!

CLICK FOR THIS ART EVENT AND MORE AT MPLSART.COM
photo by Cameron Wittig



THURSDAY DECEMBER 18TH

iQuit Music Series

@ Rogue Buddha Gallery
357 13th Ave NE
Minneapolis

9pm / Donations Appreciated

Thursday nights mix experimental with pleasure at this series devoted to presenting music influenced and conceptualized by the eclectic musical genres of electronic, avant-garde, electro-acoustic and jazz. Hosted by the Rogue Buddha Gallery the third Thursday of each month, iQuit spotlights two performances by diverse, local musicians for a night of intellectual grooves. Tonight's series features a combined set from electronic aficionado, techno DJ and Vital Vinyl founder jamespatrick and Spark Festival performer maiko followed by a set from solo bassist Chris Bates. Come down for dancing entertainment and resolve to make the third Thursday of each month your evening to experiment.

Click HERE for a hypnotic taste of jamespatrick and maiko's skillz.

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THURSDAY DECEMBER 18TH

Ra'mon-Lawrence Going Away Bash

@ Chambers Hotel
Art Bar (Main Floor)
901 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis

9pm / Free

First the rockers (Lori Barbero) then the designers?! MPLS is losing some talented and recognizable scenesters lately. Lets just blame it on the weather, shall we? Tonight, amazingly talented designer, budding superstar, and fashionista extraordinaire Ra'mon Lawrence Coleman bids the Twin Cities adieu - in true, super fancy Ra'mon style, of course! Help send him off at this bon voyage bash where fabulous attire is not just encouraged, it's required! Show your appreciation for the flashy flavor Ra'mon has contributed over the years to locally designed, unique wear as you sip cocktails and enjoy misty colored memories of stylish nights and unforgettable parties. Then join the host and his crew as the party continues across the street at the Saloon with primo dancing and plenty more cocktails. Don't cry too hard though, you'll be seeing more Ra'mon than you can handle in 2009, wink-wink! Good luck Mr. Coleman, l'étoile loves you long time!

Editors note: I first met Ra'mon when he was brand new to Minneapolis, fresh off the plane from Chicago. After many Myspace conversations we met up at the St. Paul Art Crawl for the first time, and a new friendship was born. Watching Ra'mon's career in the Twin Cities flourish has been an inspiring and marvelous journey to witness. From designing for Target, to participating in art shows, fashion shows, Voltage, and finally producing his own solo show last year; this incredibly hardworking, brilliant and feisty young designer is on his way to being the next big thing, and I can't wait to see what happens next! -Kate Iverson

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Photo by Vanessa Meade



FRIDAY ART PICK: CAL LANE

Creating intricate lace patterns in wheelbarrows, shovels, dumpsters and car parts is all in a days’ work for sculptor Cal Lane. Playing on the politics of femininity and masculinity, her delicate designs etch into “manly” tools, contradicting traditional ideas about gender and industrial and domestic life. We can "dig" it!

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FRIDAY DECEMBER 19TH

Mahacontrast: Andrew Braunberger

@ Java J’s
700 Washington Ave
Minneapolis

7pm-11pm/free

It’s not even January and we’re feeling it. The winter grays. The dead of winter calls for bright colors and soft lines and Andrew Braunberger’s mythologically-touched pastels and giclee prints just might be the cure for your below-zero blahs. See a bevy of Braunberger's vibrant artistry on display through January 29th, but be sure to stop in tonight for a festive opening reception with the artist himself!

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FRIDAY DECEMBER 19TH

Soul Asylum

@ 1st Ave
701 1st Ave N.
Minneapolis

7:30pm / 18+ / $20

After toiling for nearly two decades as a staple in the once vibrant TC post-punk and alternative scene, Soul Asylum return home for the holidays for their annual year-end soiree at First Avenue. Rock your chucks and flannels in fond remembrance of early 90's grunge as Soul Asylum takes you on a Runaway Train.

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FRIDAY DECEMBER 19TH

The Dollhouse

@ The View
2730 W Lake St
Minneapolis

9pm / 21+ / $8

Now that Pi is closed, what's a girl to do? Lucky for the dames and dolls, there's a new ladies night, hosted by Dollhouse and The View. Titillate your senses with the musical stylings of our favorite flame-haired hotties and yours, Tendercakes. The Dollhouse brings back the culture of the 1940's pinup girl era with a modern twist, so be sure to come dressed the theme.

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FRIDAY DECEMBER 19TH

ElectroNomad

@ Nomad
501 Cedar Av. S.
Minneapolis

9pm / 21+ / $6

Enjoy an evening of dark, synth-based electro and industrial stylings as three of Minneapolis' noisiest bands, Amdeide, The Bloody Turncoats, and Stellar Vector, bands join forces at the Nomad.

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FRIDAY DECEMBER 19TH

Honeymoon

@ First Ave VIP Room
701 First Ave N.
Minneapolis

10pm / 18+/ $5, $3 with RSVP

Tonight, the First Ave VIP room will be filled vagrants and vagabonds thanks to the "hobo" theme of Moon Goon hosted dance party, Honeymoon. “Money swindling and loitering” guests Gary Slam and Los Angeles' DJ Huggs join the Moon Goons for a evening all about club beggers, not club bangers. Come dressed disheveled and in your very grimiest to receive unimaginable crazy prizes as well as t-shirts and other giveaway items. RSVP before the event or bring a canned good for 3 dollar party access. An RSVP will also get you 10% your next VS Social Standard purchase - it's a win-win!

Honeymoon is sponsored by l'étoile magazine & Vita.mn

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FRIDAY DECEMBER 19TH

Slam Factory

@ The Lock Inn
Secret Location
email jp@secrettechno.com for directions

2am-Sunrise

Count on the Lock Inn to revive you from your seasonal dance depression! Once again, these techno night raiders bring the noise into the wee hours for your dancing pleasure; complete with mind-bending visuals, fresh beats, and enticing ambiance. On decks: Kyle Wild, Russ T. Lurker, Peter Styles, and a surprise guest! As always, enter quietly and respect the venue. Doors will lock to new arrivals after 3am, so be punctual!

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COOL LINK: FECAL FACE

Don't be deterred by it's semi-crass moniker, Fecal Face is a true eclectic find for any art crusader. The Fecal Face blog is an comprehensive look into the ever expanding underground art scene, celebrating the multi-dimensional culture of San Francisco and beyond. In the style of Juxtapoz Magazine and at times a bit autistic in its composition, the blog provides exclusive access to hundreds of artists, from printmakers to photographers to graffiti artists, featuring in-depth interviews, gallery shows premiers, forums and clips of the day. You'll never be the last to know when a great artist emerges, and you'll be kept endlessly entertained by a coalesce of pop and street culture.

This print by LA artist Kill Pixie is just one of many amazing art finds on Fecal Face.

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SATURDAY DECEMBER 20TH

Irresistible

@ SooVAC
2640 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis

10am-4pm / Free

The lust-worthy SooVAC store has crept into the entire gallery! While the work will be on display until December 24th, today only several other artists will join in, including l’étoile favorites Swank Dollar and Two Bit Bling! Plus, everyone gets at least 10% off. And while you’re there you’ll have a chance to catch the tail end of Sean Tubridy’s Toys on Roids Polaroid exhibit. Good thing you procrastinated this year - now you have even more of a reason to raid the SooVAC store!

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SATURDAY DECEMBER 20TH

Kissmas

@ The Kitty Cat Klub
14th & 4th Street
Dinkytown

9pm / 21+ / Free

Break out the strawberry Lipsmackers and Binaca! You'll need fresh breath and a pretty pucker for tonight's l'étoile sponsored Christmas kissing soiree at the Kitty Cat Klub! Hosted by our favorite smokin' hot, ginger-haired vixens, Tendercakes, and mustachioed sex-machine, Millions Billions, tonight's makeout session will be filled with smoldering jams and a crunkosity that you'll have to see to believe. Get in the mood with smoochy visuals from Clement Shimizu of Alphasuede, or lock lips with a sexy stranger in the l'étoile kissing booth. Digital Crush photographers will be on-hand to snap your debauchery all night long as well, so dress to impress and pucker up! The ghetto house stylings of Dirty Mackenzie and the disco dreaminess of Attitude City rounds out this killer Christmas party.

Sponsored by l'étoile magazine, the best maker-outers in the Twin Cities.

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SATURDAY DECEMBER 20TH

Black Audience

@ 331 Club
331 13th Ave NE
Minneapolis

9pm / 21+ / Free

After hitting the Grown Up Spelling Bee at the 331 earlier tonight, stick around for one of the most buzzed about bands in town, Black Audience. They'll be stretching out some new takes on old standards and mixing it up with their own soulful originals. If you haven't yet had the pleasure of witnessing these fine musicians, an old fashioned hootenanny awaits you.

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SATURDAY DECEMBER 20TH

Holiday Burlesque Spectacular

@ Nick and Eddie
1612 Harmon Place
Minneapolis

10pm / 21+ / $10

The holidays don’t have to be wholesome. Let Le Cirque Rouge’s all star cast spice things up a bit. This cabaret’s stint at the cozy Nick and Eddie will delight those who would rather see Santa drunk and the ladies slipping out of their holiday sweaters. Their band will throw in some trombones, tubas and trumpets; a lively addition to holiday favorites. Prepare for a sultry version of “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus” (of course) and make it a red hot night. Through Sunday, December 21st.

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SATURDAY DECEMBER 20TH

Naked Raygun

@ Triple Rock Social Club
629 Cedar Ave
Minneapolis

9pm / 21+ / $15

With a decade's worth of unfaltering rock shows under their belt, it's no wonder the West Bank's favorite punk and hipster haven would continue their month-long anniversary party with a headlining act like post-punk 80's legends, Naked Raygun. Controversial and political, this Chicago-based band helped launch a unique genre that infused melodic sounds with hardcore punk and influenced countless bands from the '90s on into today's scene. Opening acts The Arrivals and The Framed set the mood for a revival, punk style, that both old schoolers and punk fledglings can delight in. So, get your mosh on and raise a glass to another ten years of the Triple Rock, and unapologetic rock.

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SUNDAY MUSIC PICK: BIG TROUBLE

Renaissance rapper Crescent Moon (Kill the Vultures, Roma Di Luna, Oddjobs) is like the Tom Waits of hip-hop. In his latest musical venture is an ambitious artistic departure into the darker side of somber Midwestern alcoholic rap. Big Trouble consists of members from much-loved live hip hop band Heiruspecs playing moody blues and jazz jams making for a hell of an thrilling and satisfying listening experience. Click below to check em' out.

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A TINY MACHINE MONDAY

Another post from our favorite Sci-Fi/Beauty Blogger, A Tiny Machine!

What I want for Christmas even more than Shoes

I love dinosaurs. To the point that I've long been considering getting a triceratops tattoo. Dinosaurs are that important to me. And now there is nothing that I want more than a pet baby robot dinosaur to call my own. Enter Pleo, the cutest little animatronic dino that the world has ever seen. True, I forsee problems with this little guy getting along with my cats (which are not animatronic), but I'm sure they could work through their differences.

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TUESDAY DECEMBER 23RD

Silver + Gold

@ Clubhouse Jager
923 Washington Ave.
North Loop

Every Tuesday / 21+ / 10pm / Free

Join DJ Jonathan Ackerman and l’étoile magazine for an evening of sly winks and sideways glances every Tuesday at Clubhouse Jager. Create some mystery, sip 2-4-1 cocktails with pretty people, and dance the night away to electro, pop, and so much more.

BONUS: Flirt up a storm then visit letoilemagazine.com on Wednesdays for "missed connections" from the night before!

Sponsored by l'étoile magazine & Alphasuede

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What's What Editor: Kate Iverson
Contributing Writers: Lacey Prpic Hedtke, Beth Hammarlund, Robyn Lewis, Juleana Enright, Kate Iverson

CONTENT © L'ETOILE MAGAZINE 2008

Weekend What's What 4/9-4/13

I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY

The breezy hint of spring's approach and the slow but sure exit of winter is definitely cause for celebration. l'étoile's recommendation? A good dance party! Peppered in amongst many a fine art show, film, and rockin' good time you'll find an impressive array of dance-worthy opportunities to do the Robot, the Running Man, or even the (ahem) Butterfly...it is almost Spring after all.

xo-l'étoile

photo by Digital Crush



WEDNESDAY APRIL 9TH

Eclecticoiffeur Takes Over Transmission!

@ Clubhouse Jager
923 Washington Ave.
North Loop

10pm / 21+ / Free

As has become the week-before-Voltage tradition, the lovely dames of styling troupe Eclecticoiffeur take over the decks from Transmission's Jake Rudh for a special evening of music and mayhem! The girls will be tossing tracks from this year's Voltage CD as well as some of their own personal faves. Shenanigans ensue!

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THURSDAY APRIL 10TH

Alexis Hudson Trunk Show

@ StyledLife
Gaviidae Common
555 Nicollet Mall
Suite 179
Downtown Mpls

10am-4pm / Free

An Alexis Hudson bag is the accessory of the moment, having graced the arms of the ultra-stylish from coast to coast. Chat with handbag designer Rachelle Copeland and snap up a luxurious satchel of your very own!

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THURSDAY APRIL 10TH (THROUGH THE 12TH)

Marc Bamuthi Joseph: the break/s

@ The Walker Art Center
1750 Hennepin Ave.
Minneapolis

8pm / $22 ($18 Members)

The story of hip-hop's rise from an arts movement to a worldwide cultural force told through dance, spoken word, storytelling, and poetry. Add in live music by human beatbox/percussionist Tommy Shepard and DJ Excess plus live video by David Slzasa and you've got yourself an experience.

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THURSDAY APRIL 10TH

Tapes N' Tapes

@ 1st Avenue
701 1st Ave. N.
Downtown Mpls

6pm / 18+ / $14 ($12 Adv)

Local golden boys Tapes N' Tapes headline this early evening show at the Ave. White Denim kicks things off.

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FRIDAY VOLTAGE PICK: MAX LOHRBACH

Originally a small town boy with an imagination that spanned the universe, designer Max Lohrbach left the bluffs of the Zumbro River many-a-year-ago to seek his fashion fortune. Inspired by clothing, textiles, and design in the most honest and fundamental way, Lohrbach is an appreciator of lost ideas and constructs, and that detailed aesthetic comes through in his work. He describes his current collection as "suitable for a pair of fun loving twins circa 1920", and the antique, handmade quality of the work is proof - with Lorhbach often lavishing 40+ hours on his custom pieces. As a student of not only apparel design, but also fine art, fibers, and millinery - Voltage newcomer Max Lohrbach is definitely equipped to tell us what's up when it comes to personal style and creativity and we are ready to listen.

Check out the designs of Max Lohrbach at Voltage: Fashion Amplified on Thursday April 16th!

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FRIDAY APRIL 11TH

Maximilian Toth: The Insurgents

@ Franklin Art Works
1021 East Franklin Ave.
Minneapolis

6-8pm / Free

An art opening with one painting? Well, when the work is in the form of a massive, 12'x48' canvas, then yes, one is probably enough. Gaze (and stroll the length of) Max Toth's latest creation tonight at Franklin Art Works.

BONUS: Check out the work of St. Paul photographer Shana Kaplow in Franklin Art Works Project space along with video work by Judit Kurtag.

CLICK FOR THIS ART EVENT AND MORE AT MPLSART.COM



FRIDAY APRIL 11TH

Anything Goes

@ VIP Room
701 1st Ave. N
Downtown Mpls

9pm / 18+ / $3

Despite the fact that the sold out Black Keys show is rocking the mainroom, it doesn't necessarily mean you're banned from the Ave. Get dancey with certain 1st Ave employed birthday boys and a certain 1st Ave resident DJ (we'll give you a hint - his initials are S.P.) as they take it back old school in the VIP.

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FRIDAY APRIL 11TH

KRS-ONE

@ Trocaderos
107 3rd Ave. N
Minneapolis

8pm / 18+

A local all-star lineup joins forces with the good vibes of renowned rapper KRS-ONE for a hip-hop bash to remember. Feel the positive beat with the likes of Truthmaze, Muja Messiah, Kanser, First Ladies of the Word, and many more. Also doubling as an after party for Friday's performance of Marc Bamuthi Joseph's "the b/reaks" at the Walker Art Center, (see Thursday's listing), this show will be nothing short of inspiring.

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FRIDAY APRIL 11TH

The Parlour Suite

@ The 400 Bar
400 Cedar Ave. S
West Bank

9pm / 21+

A folk-pop explosion is what awaits you at the 400 tonight. Turn your evening into a l'étoile recommended perfect first date with the adorable sounds of the Parlour Suite, Lucy Michelle, and Magic Castles.

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photo by Baii Nguyen



FRIDAY APRIL 11TH

Shakedown

@ Secret Location
Minneapolis
message HERE for location

9pm-Late / $2

Get your house party on tonight at this secret location featuring trance, drum & bass, hardcore, and breaks from a sweet lineup of techno-heads of high acclaim including silver tongued lyricist, MC Obliquity. As always, enter quietly and be respectful of the location!

CLICK MC OBLIQUITY TO MESSAGE FOR LOCATION




RA'MON LAWRENCE: ELUDED LOVE

You may have heard his name. You may have seen his work. But this year Minneapolis fashion designer Ra'mon Lawrence Coleman breaks out in a BIG way. A sparkling highlight of Voltage: Fashion Amplified in 2007, Coleman makes the leap from the collective to the independent with his upcoming Fashion Weekend event "Eluded Love" at the SooVAC Gallery, in support of his new collection. Expect to be impressed as this already established and amazingly talented local designer takes things to the next level with his meticulously tailored and innovative design work.

Ra'mon Lawrence sat down this week for a conversation with l'étoile...

What does the label stand for? What is your design philosophy?


The ra'mon-lawrence label is about sophisticated innovation and versatility. Each garment is created with meticulous intentions, but with an effortless feeling. Details are an essential element to each design. Whether it's ornate beading on an evening shift dress or hand finishing on a sheer tee, the importance on handwork can be seen on every garment. I don't just think about what a woman needs, I also address what she craves. My work philosophy is simple; without continually pursuing knowledge, and immersing oneself in new experiences, I feel that a person becomes stagnant. This is the mantra of the woman I design for. Fashion should never be taken seriously. True fashion blurs all lines. It serves as a commentary to society, whether through absurdity or conformity. This collection for me isn’t just about putting on an event, but establishing the beginning stages of brand exclusivity.

What influenced your current collection?

The concept of The Eluded Love collection is inspired by the paintings of Johannes Vermeer from the Dutch Golden Age, the modern photographs of the Dutch photojournalist, Erwin Olaf, and the narrative of The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka. Both Vermeer and Olaf have a mastery of depicting domestic interior scenes of what would be considered “ordinary bourgeois life”. Their usage of color and light as a direct reflection of emotion serves as the focal point for my color palette as well as fabrication. Both Olaf’s photographs and Kafka’s novella push the boundaries of perception, by blurring reality into fantasy. I translated all of these into what I see as a “surreal bourgeois life”. Through the use of multi-textural fabrics and architectural silhouettes I am exploring the idea of volume versus tailoring, art versus fashion, absurd versus ordinary. The notion of extreme proportions as well as unexpected “convertible elements” drives the essence of each silhouette. Eluded Love is an organic reaction to the ideals of romanticism that stimulates one’s imagination. Open your mind and enjoy.

You've done Voltage: Fashion Amplified before, and also have been a part of other fashion weekend exhibitions - how different is producing your own show, compared to working in a group format?


It’s very different for me. While the concept is purely based on my own direction, I am still working in a group format. I have a production staff that I have made integral to every aspect of the show. I wanted to give the opportunity to several talented individuals in the local industry that have not stepped into the lime light yet. They have been a great inspiration to me. There is this freshness to the production that I am confident everyone will enjoy. The thing that is so exciting for me in the format is there is more freedom to be spontaneous. I like to work organically, and constantly evolve the way I am approaching a collection (even up until the last moment). Sometimes, that doesn’t work if you showing as a collective group of designers, because it can effect the overall flow. After such an amazing response from my showing at last year’s Voltage, I knew it was time for me to take my aspirations to the next level.

What was the process of creating a show of this scale?

After establishing my concept, it was my mission to find a core group to become my production staff. I knew I had high ambitions for this event, so I need to make sure I had a strong support system to make it happen. After that it was a whirlwind of things: finding the right venue, establishing sponsorships, venue concept, PR/Marketing, casting, soundtrack, among other things.


What is the tie between your show and the American Diabetes Association?

Several of my family members are diabetic. It was something that I was always aware of growing up, but really didn’t understand. Both my parents had diabetes. A few years ago, my Dad passed away from complications related to diabetes. That was an eye opener for me. Since then I have been actively contributing the American Diabetes Association. While this event has benefits for the brand’s exposure, what is even more important is the contribution we will be able to make to the association as well as the education we can pass on to others

Check out the fruits of Ra'mon's labor at Eluded Love at SOOVAC Gallery on Saturday April 19th! Get your tickets, available at SooVAC, before they sell out!

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SATURDAY APRIL 12TH

Cave Women on Mars World Premiere

@ The Heights Theatre
3951 Central Ave. NE
Columbia Heights

6:30pm / $5

Local writer/director Christopher R. Mihm and co-conspirator Josh Craig premiere their latest flick, "Cave Women on Mars", tonight at the Heights. This hilarious 1950's style space-scapade lives up to its name with hot space babes, caves, adventure, romance, and customary bad acting.

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SATURDAY APRIL 12TH

Too Much Love VIP Pre-Party w/ Solid Gold

@ Beasthouse
600 Washington Ave.
Warehouse District
(enter around back)

9-11pm / 18+ / Free

We've got the scoop for you lucky l'étoile-ites! Tonight's super special TML (see the listing below) is preceded by a fancy schmancy VIP pre-party and you're invited! Rock out with the complete hotness that is Solid Gold while enjoying complimentary apps and cocktails in the luxury of the Beasthouse.

EXTREME BONUS: This party also comes with a free ride. Complimentary shuttles will run until 2:30am between the Beasthouse and First Ave!

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SATURDAY APRIL 12TH

The 2nd Cuttlefish Exhibition

@ Stevens Square Center for the Arts
1905 3rd Ave. South
Minneapolis

7-11pm / Free

Hit up Stevens Square tonight for a group exhibition featuring the work of local artists Sharolyn Hagen, Tim Cnossen, and Tara LaPlante. Live music, wine, and artists ready and willing to discuss their work!

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photo by Sharolyn Hagen



SATURDAY APRIL 12TH

Ram Jam

@ 7th Street Entry
701 1st Ave. N
Downtown Mpls

9pm / 21+ / $5

Whether you know them or not, this Birthday bash for hip-hoppers Jordon, Snakebird, and JBird will be a blast for friends and strangers alike. Get krunk with the likes of Mike 2600, Kevin Beacham, Paper Tiger, Jimmy 2 Times, Plain Ole Bill, Buck Kac, and some very, very special guest performers.

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SATURDAY APRIL 12TH

Too Much Love

@ 1st Avenue
701 1st Ave. N
Downtown Mpls

10pm / 18+ / $3 (free w/ college id)

We know you know. However, tonight is MUCH more than the average packed dance floor, fits of wild abandon, and pretty people parade. This evening Panda and The Moongoons bring in a stellar line up that is sure to blow your mind all over the dance floor. The resident DJs from 205 Fridays in New York make a cameo at TML, featuring James Fucking Friedman, My Cousin Roy, Max Pask, and The Wiz (not to mention our very own Moongoons and one Soviet Panda). This is a TML not to be missed. Trust us.

BONUS: Check out BLACK in the VIP room for a dose of techno goodness.

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SATURDAY APRIL 12TH

The Lock Inn

@ Secret Location
Warehouse District
email jp@secrettechno.com

10pm / $10

Eucaluptus and Secrettechno come together to bring you a sweet new party spot! Make no mistake, this is NOT an afterhours. Arrive before 1am (the doors lock at that time) to party all night! Enter quietly and be good until you hit the dancefloor, at which point, all bets are off. Featuring sets by some local faves plus Berlin's Sean Oneal (aka someone else) and Miskate. Yay!

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SUNDAY MUSIC PICK: THIS IS IVY LEAGUE

The pleasingly pop sounds of New York's Ryland Blackinton and Alex Suarez are as easy on the ears as the guys are on the eyes. Fresh, harmony-rich, and upbeat in a sock-hop-oddessy sort of way, This is Ivy League is the kind of stuff first kisses are made of (if your first kiss wasn't awkward and drooly, that is). Their first full-length album released on Twentyseven Records hit the streets as of April 1st, so be the first of your friends to snap it up, HERE.

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SUNDAY APRIL 13TH

Amy Rice's Spring Sale

@ Barbette
1600 West Lake St
Uptown

Reception 3-6pm / Free

Placement Gallery presents a wall-to-wall exhibit of Minneapolis art darling Amy Rice. Have your senses overloaded with an amazing selection of work spanning the last five years, from her signature stencil work to Gocco prints on vintage envelopes.

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CONNOISSEUR TICKETS GOING FAST!!!!!!!!!!

Connoisseur

Saturday April 19th

@ The Suburban World Theatre
3020 Hennepin Ave. S.
Uptown

9pm-1am / 21+ / $10

pre-sale tix available at ROBOTlove and Cliche (cash only)

YouWorkForThem and HYPE present Connoisseur, a multi-media art event at the beautiful Suburban World Theatre in Uptown. Featuring the best of the best in music, visuals, fashion and performance, party-goers will enjoy a hip and stylish atmosphere set to the ornate backdrop of the historic theatre.

Featuring fashion performance by Hyperlush, YouWorkForThem Video Premiere, Visuals by Alphasuede, special guest DJ Asphalt Haynes along with sets by Mike the 2600 King, Michael Cina, Karl Frankowski, and Benny Lojak.

Sponsored by YouWorkForThem, HYPE, Burlesque, mnartists.org, mplsart.com, MNFashion and l'étoile magazine

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