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aliciaunderleenels
Jul 19, 20232 min read
A Prairie Dance Party With Dakota Chappy Music
One of North Dakota's boldest visionaries has reinvented herself once again. Dakota Chappy (a name you might recognize because I love her...
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aliciaunderleenels
Jan 10, 20213 min read
Cruising Along The Enchanted Highway
North Dakota has some truly random roadside attractions. But the Enchanted Highway is something special. It begins with the World’s...
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aliciaunderleenels
Dec 22, 202010 min read
Obscure Christmas Movies And Christmas Adjacent Films
For screwball comedy, zombies, assassins, epic parties, family hijinks, espionage, and mistaken identities and the occasional sing-along,...
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aliciaunderleenels
Nov 15, 20204 min read
The Photoville FENCE in Fargo-Moorhead and West Fargo
I took a little art field trip to see The Photoville FENCE in Fargo-Moorhead and West Fargo yesterday. My parents and son came too and it...
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aliciaunderleenels
Nov 8, 20203 min read
Midwestern Gift Boxes
Online shopping is easy, but sometimes you crave a more curated experience. That’s why I love giving Midwestern gift boxes. Sending...
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aliciaunderleenels
Oct 29, 20204 min read
Public Art In Downtown Grand Forks
If you love art and being outdoors, take an afternoon to check out public art in downtown Grand Forks. This is the perfect time for a...
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aliciaunderleenels
Oct 24, 20203 min read
Union Market Mankato
Union Market Mankato is bringing a whole new shopping experience to this Minnesota River city. It features more than 20 Minnesota brands...
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aliciaunderleenels
Oct 15, 20202 min read
Roseville In Bloom
We’re all craving a little novelty these days. But we also need to stay safe. Roseville in Bloom gives us the best of both worlds. The...
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aliciaunderleenels
Sep 14, 20203 min read
Make Your Own Mural Fest
It can be hard to find safe ways to celebrate together during a pandemic. The Make Your Own Mural Fest in Northeast Indiana has a found a...
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aliciaunderleenels
Sep 9, 20202 min read
Dr. Seuss And Ghost Signs: Public Art In Devils Lake
I’ve seen a lot of delightfully random public art combinations in my day. But the public art in Devils Lake, North Dakota boasts one of...
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aliciaunderleenels
Sep 3, 20203 min read
Midwest Road Trip Adventures: Highways and Byways
Discover the coolest road trips in the Midwest.
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aliciaunderleenels
Jun 6, 20204 min read
North Dakota Public Art: Connections And Conversations
Street art makes me stop and think. So I’m excited to showcase North Dakota public art this summer. I received a grant from The Arts...
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aliciaunderleenels
May 24, 20205 min read
In Studio: The Art of Daily Practice With Artist Nichole Rae
Artist Nichole Rae is different. Her work is different. Her process is different. Technically speaking, she creates multimedia collages,...
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aliciaunderleenels
May 3, 20207 min read
Travel Books To Cure Your Wanderlust
Some of the most evocative travel books aren’t travel books at all. A strong sense of place can transport you, no matter which section of...
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aliciaunderleenels
Apr 15, 20206 min read
Midwest Makers Creating Fabric Masks
When U.S. leaders began to recommend fabric masks to protect against the spread of COVID-19, Midwest makers were ready. It was inspiring...
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aliciaunderleenels
Feb 13, 20204 min read
In Studio With Tesa Klein of Wildflowers, Inc.
Tesa Klein is the creative mind behind the Wildflowers, Inc. She has a unique take on western, rural, and repurposed style that resonates...
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aliciaunderleenels
Dec 22, 20196 min read
Books About North Dakota And Minnesota To Give And Get
Books about North Dakota and Minnesota (especially creative ones) aren’t incredibly common, but I think they’re one of the most powerful...
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aliciaunderleenels
Dec 12, 20193 min read
New North Dakota Postcards (And Beer Books) For Christmas
If you have a thing for North Dakota landscapes or street art, then my new North Dakota postcards are for you. You can order a super cool...
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aliciaunderleenels
Dec 4, 20195 min read
Indie Crafts, Art Shows, And A Handmade Christmas
There’s something soothing about skipping the big box stores and opting for indie crafts, art shows and handmade gifts this Christmas....
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aliciaunderleenels
Nov 3, 20194 min read
Dakota Chappy: A North Dakota Original
Dakota Chappy is the undisputed queen of prairie glam. North Dakota fashion designer Chappy Windsor presides over a fashion empire that...
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