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Flea Markets, Estate Sales, Auctions, Garage or Yard Sales?
Amy recently asked about a calendar of events for flea markets and other one-time special sales. With all the thrifting and antiquing opportunities around here, that’s not a bad idea. Ebay has nothing on the local “boots on the ground” advantage to treasure hunting at local secondhand stores, estate sales and flea markets. A... »
Sheldon Theatre Brass Band
There was a flugelhorn-solo, and we didn’t know about it? We just read a news story about a performance last night, August 11, by the Sheldon Theatre Brass Band. Well, the term “last night” is a little deceiving. The story about the performance said it was held on August 11th, but today, here in... »
Provenzano’s Ristorante
Well, the trip to Provenzano‘s was good. Nice atmosphere, great service, good food. The salad didn’t pass the iceberg test, but my entree was fine. Not exotic, but not Olive Garden. I can’t review food. Seriously. I know when I totally love something and I know when it’s horrible, but this was fine. Mamma... »
Oh, Geez, I’ll Have the Eyetalian
Hey everyone who doesn’t live in New York, San Francisco, Chicago or Italy, wanna see something a little funny? Do a web search for Italian restaurants in Red Wing, Minnesota. Here, I’ll do it for you: A. Liberty’s Restaurant & Lounge – www.libertysonline.com – (651) 388-8877 - 13 reviews B. Pizza Hut www.pizzahut.com – (651) 388-8888 -... »
The Really Big Shoe
The Red Wing Shoe Company is a big, but discreet presence in this company town. So many people work at “the Shoe” that there’s been no need for a high profile landmark or designation. They are very Minnesotan–solid, rugged, good quality and softspoken. That all changes tomorrow morning when the largest Boot in The... »
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