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Have a cold one — Belly up to the ice bar
Feb. 03, 2012, 7:40 am
The fourth annual SocialICE — the ice bar hosted by the Rochester Downtown Alliance — is expected to be bigger, better and icier than ever.Hundreds of people ready to make a splash at Polar Bear Plunge
Feb. 03, 2012, 7:36 am
Hundreds of hearty souls are registered and ready to jump into the icy waters at Foster Arend Park Feb. 11 as part of the Polar Bear Plunge, presented by Minnesota law enforcement.Family Time: Activities abound at WinterFest
Feb. 03, 2012, 6:00 am
Get out of the house and into the fun at WinterFest X. The annual event provides families with a variety of fun indoor and outside activities including heading out on a sleigh ride at the history center, creating a snow globe at the Rochester Art Center, and chowing down on a pancake breakfast at Families, Friends & Flapjacks.Free guitar workshops focus on classical guitar and performing
Feb. 03, 2012, 7:35 am
Guitarist Mark Bussey will give to two free guitar workshops Saturday in Rochester.P-B seeks photos of winter activities
Feb. 03, 2012, 7:34 am
Attention all readers: We’re looking for photos of winter activities — skiing, ice skating, sledding, snowboarding, etc. — and we need your help.The Lady Pastor: Pastors like to mingle, too
Feb. 03, 2012, 6:00 am
I recently scanned through my 2012 calendar, and I noticed that I will be presiding at a lot of wonderful weddings in the year ahead.Catherine Cojocaru: We are America, regardless of wage
Feb. 03, 2012, 6:00 am
Last week at a campaign event in South Carolina, presidential candidate Mitt Romney was asked by an Occupy Wall Street (OWTS) protester what he would do to help the bottom 99 percent of Americans, seeing as Romney is part of the top 1 percent.Shannah Sexton: Freedom of information trumps anti-piracy efforts
Feb. 03, 2012, 6:00 am
After facing outspoken opposition by some of the Internet's biggest contributors (Google, Wikipedia and Twitter to name a few), both the SOPA and PIPA bills were postponed by their main sponsor on Jan. 19.Four Stars: A patsy for patty melts
Feb. 02, 2012, 6:00 am
Just the words "patty melt" on a late January afternoon in Minnesota can put a warm cheesy feeling in your belly. The quintessential patty melt isn't just for winter enjoyment, but when you talk about Minnesota comfort food in the dead of winter, the options generally include chili, hotdish, beer cheese soup and patty meltsButton up — Enter Rochesterfest design contest
Feb. 01, 2012, 11:08 am
Organizers of one of the most talked-about events of the summer are already pushing plans into high gear, announcing details about the 30th annual Rochesterfest Button Design Contest.'She's my saving angel' — Sister's death spurs lifestyle changes
Feb. 01, 2012, 11:06 am
Jo Manning, of Stewartville, took the death of her sister Judy McDonough to heart, literally, and that's why she's still alive today.Volunteers in Action: Myatt gives back, despite challenges
Feb. 01, 2012, 6:00 am
In May 2006, I wrote an article for the Post-Bulletin about a young Rochester man who, despite great challenges after suffering a traumatic brain injury, was about to graduate with a bachelor's degree from Augsburg College.Essay contest gives young chefs a chance to win a culinary adventure
Feb. 01, 2012, 6:44 am
If your dream has been to spend a day in the kitchen of a chef's restaurant learning about nutritious cooking and how to protect our planet's future, enter chef Jean-Stephane Poinard's competition to win "My Day in a Chef's Kitchen."Main Event: Cancer fundraiser soars with the Eagles
Jan. 31, 2012, 10:48 am
A record-breaking amount of funds — more than $830,000 — was raised during the 2012 Eagles Cancer Telethon.What's in Store: Wear Red Day and cuddle up with Hank & Purl
Feb. 01, 2012, 6:00 am
Tangerine Tango may be the 2012 color of the year, but red is what's hot for February, American Heart Month.Pillow drive helps people transitioning out of homelessness
Feb. 01, 2012, 11:09 am
Coldwell Banker Burnet’s Foundation is planning to make “sweet dreams” by collecting new pillows for people transitioning out of homelessness.P-B seeks photos of winter activities
Feb. 01, 2012, 11:08 am
Attention all readers: We’re looking for photos of winter activities — skiing, ice skating, sledding, snowboarding, etc. — and we need your help.Talent show auditions are Saturday
Feb. 01, 2012, 11:11 am
Auditions will be held Saturday for an upcoming talent show in Kasson.Fridge Magnet: Love it or hate it, cilantro raises many eyebrows
Feb. 01, 2012, 11:11 am
The Huffington Post recently listed some of the most polarizing foods available on the market. (Polarizing foods are those that inspire the most opinionated reactions). Depending on whom you talk to, the site says these foods are rated either the best- or worst-tasting out there.Poem: My Grandpa Tangen
Feb. 01, 2012, 11:10 am
Laura Clementson is a seventh-grader at Lincoln Middle/High School in Lake City. She wrote this poem about her grandfather who is battling pancreatic cancer.GreenSpace: Class helps you get into the flow with a rain garden
Jan. 31, 2012, 10:43 am
With all of that snow and ice out there, one day it’s going to melt. And then what? Where does all of that water go?Antiques and Collectibles: Sometimes it's not just what's inside
Jan. 30, 2012, 6:00 am
Today many small businesses are being found within old unique buildings, and the owners are restoring them to retain their history, adding a few vintage and antique items as part of the decor and to sell.Seen & Heard: Rochester upbringing helps shape author's writing
Jan. 30, 2012, 6:00 am
Imagine a book that’s “Twilight” meets “A Series of Unfortunate Events” without the nausea, and you'll get “A Kiss for Emily," at least according to Jennifer Galuska, the self-published author of the Emily Stokes Series.Let it Grow: Breathe easy
Jan. 30, 2012, 6:00 am
Healthy houseplants are great air purifiers, filtering indoor air of pollutants that can cause a range of health problems. These health problems include headaches, asthma, respiratory diseases and even cancer.Starwatch: Jewels will shine in February skies
Jan. 29, 2012, 6:00 am
In my opinion, February gifts us with the best stargazing of the year. There are so many celestial jewels shining in the evening heavens.
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