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View this email as a web page Jan. 20, 2022 It's going to on the chilly side this weekend. But look at the literal bright side: We are slowly gaining more sunlight each day! Here are a few events and activities to enjoy your time in the sun or bundled up indoors. Cooped up? Take to the outdoors COVID and cold weather have a lot of us feeling the need to stretch our legs. Here's a roundup of fun outdoor activities you can do around the state with the whole family or on your own. Art Hounds recommend tales for young audiences The Minnesota Children's Theatre presents the world premiere of "Bina's Six Apples." A ceramics sale at Franconia Sculpture Park shows off the artistry of St. Croix Valley potters. And drummer Josh Lubavich of Duluth launches a solo EP. Community events and entertainment around the state Plenty of events and activities are celebrating all things winter this weekend: Twin Cities Record Show in Minneapolis Minnesota Home Show in Shakopee MinneSnowta Nice Day in Stillwater Winter Wonderland Show in Bloomington Hockey Day Minnesota in Mankato Sauk Center SnoFest Winterfest in Fridley Soup is on! Warm up with The Splendid Table as they revisit their conversation with Jenn Louis about her uniquely global take on the cure-all elixir, chicken soup. Then, try your hand and the featured recipes: Pancit molo and curried cauliflower cream soup. Ten theater events to see (in person or virtually) this winter Through many disruptions, theaters and performers are soldering on this year. Check out The Current's top options for performances, including streaming events for those who must or who prefer to stay in. Just keep in mind, all dates are subject to change. Minnesota novelist delves into pandemic grief Imagine working on a novel for 10 years about a world enduring a global plague only to have it published during a real pandemic. That's what's happening to Minneapolis writer Sequoia Nagamatsu. He has mixed feelings about the timing, but he hopes it helps people struggling with the impact of COVID. MnDOT's 'Name a Snowplow' contest returns with some truly chilling puns "Betty Whiteout" and "C-3PSnow" are among some 11,000 entries in this year's MnDOT Name a Snowplow contest. Cast your vote today! Did a friend forward this to you? Subscribe! Preference Center ❘ Unsubscribe This email was sent by: Minnesota Public Radio 480 Cedar Street Saint Paul, MN, 55101