Stages Theatre expands popular "Out of the Box" program
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Stages Theatre is expanding their popular "Out of the Box" program for the new year. The theatrical adventures are designed to take families beyond a recorded performance with activities they can do in their home and out on the town. Artistic director Sandy Boren-Barrett joined the Buzz to chat about the new options.

Theater relief fund to support those who work behind the scenes
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COVID-19 has hit artists hard financially. Actors and performers come to mind, but those working behind the scenes are struggling as well. The Minnesota Fringe is debuting a new Emergency relief fund for designers and technicians. Executive Director Dawn Bentley joined the Buzz with more on how you can help.

Getting organized for 2021 - easy steps to set yourself up for success
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You can't reach for anything new if your hands are full of yesterday's junk. Organizing coach Aimee Olson from Life Done Simply joined the Buzz with ideas to declutter your life as we welcome a brand new year.

Fighting off the gloom of winter during a pandemic
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Even in a normal year winter can be rough on your mental well being. But combined with a pandemic, and this winter may be even more challenging. Dr. C. Sophia Albott from M Health Fairview and the U of M Medical School joined the Buzz with ideas to fight the gloom of a pandemic winter.

The dynamic judges of RuPaul's Drag Race chat with the Buzz about the new season
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Michelle Visage and Carson Kressley joined the Buzz to chat about the upcoming season of RuPaul's Drag Race, including the brand new twist and the queen from Minneapolis.

Green ways to give your Christmas tree new life
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With the start of the New Year comes an old problem... what should you do with your fresh Christmas tree after the season? For years folks have hauled their trees to the curb, but in a more environmentally friendly age Garden Guy Dale K shows us how to give your cherished Christmas decor new life after the holiday.

Book lovers cannot put down this thriller from a Minnesota Author
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On a snowy, winter day, nothing beats a great book. "ASHES ASHES" is the latest thriller from Twin Cities native Murphy Morrison and people cannot put it down. Murphy joined the Buzz to chat about her new work.

TPT bringing life of Laura Ingalls Wilder into focus with new show
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"Laura Ingalls Wilder: Prairie to Page" takes a special look at the life of the former Minnesotan. TPT executive producer Michael Rosenfeld joined the Buzz to chat about how they put the program together for American Masters.

From llamas to frozen waterfalls - Five ideas to keep you busy this winter
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There's no need to go into hibernation this winter. Travel writer Lindsey Ranzau stopped by the Buzz with her ideas to keep everyone busy and entertained this winter.

When will travel return to normal? Thrifty Traveler on their 2021 predictions
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COVID-19 vaccinations are giving travel lovers a shot of enthusiasm for 2021. Thrifty Traveler's Kyle Potter joined the Buzz with his predictions for the new year and when you might be able to book your next big trip.

Celebrate the holidays with choral powerhouse VocalEssence
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VocalEssence wants to help everyone get into the Christmas spirit, with their streaming virtual holiday concert. Associate conductor G. Phillip Shoultz joined the Morning Buzz with a preview of "Welcome Christmas".

Holiday eats inspired by your Christmas tree
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Take some of that glam and glitz from your Christmas tree and bring it to your holiday menu. Chef Marshall O'Brien joined the Buzz with three recipes sure to get everyone in a festive mood.

Storyteller Kevin Kling on taking his holiday show with the Minnesota Orchestra online
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Gathering together with family and friends will certainly look and feel different this holiday season. Storyteller Kevin Kling plans to explore that theme with other local poets and writers, along with the Minnesota Orchestra, in his virtual holiday show "A Midwinter Gathering with Kevin Kling." Kevin joined the Buzz to chat about the show.

Make your own garland with an easy craft idea from Adventures of Ang
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Add some festive cheer to your home with tassel garland that you made yourself! Angie Felt from Adventures of Ang makes it super easy with this craft idea for the whole family.

Guthrie Theater presents a virtual telling of 'A Christmas Carol'
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The Guthrie is reimagining their holiday tradition of presenting Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol'. Four actors will take on all the roles in a filmed variation called the 'Dickens' Holiday Classic'. Actor Nathaniel Fuller joined the Buzz with a special preview of the transformed work.

Minnesota leaders working to ensure equitable vaccine distribution
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Leaders across Minnesota want to make sure communities hit hardest by the virus, including those of color, get their fair share of the vaccine. Vice Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the U of M Medical School, Dr. Ana N��ez joined the Buzz with more on how the state can work to achieve equitable vaccine distribution.

Make your own melted snowmen and reindeer pops without turning on the oven
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Not all of us were born to be bakers, but we still enjoy having fun in the kitchen over the holidays. Mary Matthews from the Way Cool Cooking School dropped by with two adorable holiday ideas. Check out more recipe ideas at waycoolcookingschool.com

Thinking of gifting a puppy for Christmas? The serious pros and cons to consider
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Adding a puppy to your family should never be a rushed decision. Astrid Kammueller from the Animal Humane Society joined the Morning Buzz with what you need to consider before gifting a furry friend.