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Casey Gerald on The Bush Band and a warm welcome

September 12, 2018

We are so thrilled that Casey Gerald will join us for this yearโ€™s Opus & Olives. In preparation for the big event, we asked Casey a couple questions to help fans get to know him better. This is an #opusexclusive. Tell us something that people might not know about you. When I was twelve, I…

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Lisa Genova on her cameo and a space for all of us

September 5, 2018

We are so thrilled that Lisa Genova will join us for this yearโ€™s Opus & Olives. In preparation for the big event, we asked Lisa a couple questions to help fans get to know her better. This is an #opusexclusive. Tell us something that people might not know about you. I had a cameo in…

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Leif Enger on the bass and an approaching philosophical famine

August 29, 2018

We’re so thrilled that Leif Enger will join us for this year’s Opus & Olives as emcee. In preparation for the big event, we asked Leif a couple questions to help fans get to know him better. This is an #opusexclusive. Tell us something that people might now know about you. I play the electric…

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Lisa Wingate on the dream that lived and the new community

August 28, 2018

We are so thrilled that Lisa Wingate will join us for this yearโ€™s Opus & Olives. In preparation for the big event, we asked Lisa a couple questions to help fans get to know her better. This is an #opusexclusive. Tell us something that people might not know about you. Two long-lived dreams were born…

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Program Evaluator Contract Position

June 27, 2018

We’d love to work with you! The Friends is in search of a Short Term Arts Program Evaluator.   Position Overview: The Friends seeks a short term arts program evaluation contractor for the 2018 Moving Words: Writers Across Minnesota project. The Friends, as the Minnesota Center for the Book, is engaged in a seven-month arts…

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Sorry, Crossword Fans: No More Tournament

May 7, 2018

The Minnesota Crossword Tournament Will Not Return in 2018. It’s been a good run. Unfortunately though, it’s time to say goodbye to the Minnesota Crossword Tournament. For six years, we had great competition, fantastic puzzles, and enthusiastic participants at this one-of-a-kind event. We appreciate the enthusiasm of the loyal tournament-goers and will remember the event…

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