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HONK & HOLLER

Minnetonka Theatre presents one-act play.

WHILE THIS ONE-ACT PLAY is set in 1972, its story is timeless and is brought to the community by way of Minnetonka High School’s Minnetonka Theatre, one of the premier high school programs in the Midwest.

Based on an original podcast by Radiolab/WNYC Studios and directed by Lauren Bartelt and Trent Boyum, Honk & Holler portrays the story of Carolyn Whitener, owner of a drive-up dive bar in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

Whitener becomes the reluctant plaintiff in a historic Supreme Court case argued by Ruth Bader Ginsburg, then a young lawyer with the American Civil Liberties Union, who convinces an all-male Supreme Court to bring a discrimination case against young men who frequent Whitener’s establishment.

Audiences will view a story of two very different women and how, together, they changed the world. The performance is part of the Minnesota State High School League’s one-act competition. —Renée Stewart-Hester

Times to be determined, January 28 at Arts Center on 7; 18285 Highway 7, Minnetonka; 952.401.5898; minnetonkatheatre.com

Compiled by Nicole Berglund and Megan Hegenbarth

LOCAL EVENTS

Art with Live Models

01/03–01/31 Sketch live models during this artists class. Ages 18 and over. $15. 6–8:30 p.m. Arts Museum & Gallery, 5424 Shoreline Drive, Mound; tockify.com/artsmound

Yoga and a Beer

01/07 Get ready to downward dog at Excelsior Brewing Company. The yoga class is created by Annie Hayes Wellness to promote wellness. Enjoy a pint of beer after the class. Ages 18 and over. $20. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Excelsior Brewing Company, 421 Third St., Excelsior; 952.474.7837; excelsiorbrew.com

Maybe

1/13–1/29 Based on the book What Do You Do With an Idea?, Maybe is a dance-inspired musical about everything that makes us special. All ages. Starting at $17. Times vary. Stages Theatre Company, 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins; 952.979.1111; stagestheatre.org

Polar Plunge

01/28 The Polar Plunge returns in Lake Minnetonka. The goal this year is to raise $60,000 to support Special Olympics Minnesota. All ages. Free, register online for a timeslot. Noon. Surfside Park Depot, 2670 Commerce Blvd., Mound; 763.270.7119; plungemn.org

AREA EVENTS

Taylor Tomlinson

01/19–01/20 This stand-up comedian with two Netflix specials comes to the Orpheum for her Have it All tour. Ages 18 and up recommended. Prices vary. 7 p.m. Orpheum Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave., Mpls.; 612.339.7007; hennepintheatretrust.org

PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

It’s time to start thinking about next year’s school year. The Minnetonka Community Education Center is hosting a Preschool Open House from 9–11 a.m. January 28 at the center, located at 4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior. The event will feature information about 2023–2024 preschool options, family activities and opportunities to meet teachers. Learn more by calling 952.401.6800 or visiting minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com.

Minneapolis Boat Show

01/19–01/22 Explore the latest boats and marine products from the industry’s top brands, in addition to unique displays. All ages. $14 for ages 13 and older, free for kids under 12. Times vary. Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 Second Ave. S., Mpls.; 612.332.1811; minneapolisboatshow.com

St. Paul Winter Carnival

01/26–02/05 Join the community in scavengers hunts, sledding, parades and more. All ages. Free. Times vary. Locations include Rice Park, Vulcan Snow Park, the Landmark Center and the Minnesota State Fairgrounds; 651.223.7400; wintercarnival.com

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