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April 2012

Features

Ride On

Ride On

Bike away on these six trails, all a short drive from the Twin Cities.

The Lady and Her Tramps

The Lady and Her Tramps

Why some animal-lovers are taking a stand against the Animal Humane Society.

Fresh Crop

Fresh Crop

No yard? No problem. Container gardening lets you flex your green thumb whenever, wherever.

In Bloom

In Bloom

Swap out winter's blues for bold prints and technicolor hues this spring.

Columns

Last Word: Mortgage Vows

The commitment I made with my house

Sue Z: Sue Z.’s Finds

Hot zippy chips, eco-friendly cutting boards, and hand-crafted aprons for everyone!

Departments

Talk: Judging Amy

What do we want from the trial of Amy Senser?

Best Bets: April 2012 Arts Calendar

What you need to do, see, and hear this month

Profile: Rock-a-bye Baby

Haley Bonar’s amazing, all-good, very musical year—with child!

Profile: Discovering America

Why is Mark Ritchie bringing the U.S. Constitution to St. Paul?

Shops: Mad for Plaid

American Sportswear gets a second life at Greenwich Vintage

Quick Bite: Eastern Delights

The new Eli’s East is an unlikely gem

Quick Bite: Yogurt, Yogurt Everywhere

Frozen-yogurt stores take over Minnesota

Editor's Note: Talent Shows

The Twin Cities has long had a colorful and interesting arts scene. Now, there’s a vibrant smart blog to go with it.

Q&A: Martin Kihn

On inspiring Showtime’s sexy, funny House of Lies

Q&A: Brave New Morning

MPR's Kerri Miller and Tom Weber take us inside The Daily Circuit

Style: About Face

Facial services that will combat that winter-ravaged skin

Life Style: The Bold and the Beautiful

Spring beauty is basic but bright

Food & Drink: Zestful

Zest! brings zing to Eagan

Food & Drink: Sea Breeze

Like seafood? Then take heart. A Minneapolis institution has dropped anchor again.

Makeover: Style Counsel

The tables are turned as this counselor takes a bit of fashion advice

Scene: Red Carpet Rendezvous

Guests get glammed up for a good cause at the Twin Cities’ official Oscar party

Scene: Reality Check

The Walker Art Center’s new show blurs reality and illusion, but its kick-off party really rocked. For real.