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On the Townsend

by John Townsend
On the Townsend

John Trones: Christmas in the City / Dec. 7 / Pantages Theatre, 710 Hennepin Ave., Mpls. / (800) 982-2787 / www.ticketmaster.com>
Asians & Homos & Jews…Ho Ho! / Through Dec. 13 / Illusion Theater, 528 Hennepin Ave., Mpls. / (612) 339-4944 / www.illusiontheater.org
Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol / Through Dec. 20 / Park Square Theatre, 20 […]

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DJ Chi Chi La Rue Comes Home for Annual Gay 90’s Holiday Jingle Ball

DJ Chi Chi La Rue Comes Home for Annual Gay 90’s Holiday Jingle Ball

On December 19, DJ Chi Chi La Rue will appear at the Gay 90’s Dance Annex for her annual Holiday Jingle Ball. She has been hosting a popular local holiday event yearly since 1997.
Photo Courtesy of Chi Chi LaRue
A native of Hibbing, Minnesota, LaRue launched her career as a female impersonator in the Twin Cities […]

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Lavender’s 2009 Holiday Gift Guide

Lavender’s 2009 Holiday Gift Guide

‘Tis the season for all things shiny and new. And this year’s Lavender Holiday Gift Guide is sure not to disappoint. From the hottest books to the best wine to the latest accessories, the 2009 gift guide has something for everyone on your list. With two more gift guide installments to come, Lavender proudly presents […]

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Upcoming Calendar Events

The Enchanted Toy Shop

Friday, Dec 18 - Sunday, Dec 20

The Saint Paul City Ballet is premiering an original ballet for a limited engagement just in time for the holidays. The playful ballet takes the audience to a magical toyshop on the banks of the Mississippi River where beautiful enchanted events unfold on Christmas Eve. Why waste the evening watching the same old Christmas story when you can be enchanted with a new magical ballet?
Dec. 18 – 20 • E.M. Pearson Theater, 312 Hamline Ave. S., St. Paul. (651) 690-1588

Mediterranean Olive Oil Tasting

Thursday, Dec 17

Explore the characteristics and differences of olive oil from Italy and Greece. Light hor d’eourves prepared to demonstrate
the qualities and flavors! Special guest Vinette Olson will be on had from Trade Winds Spice Company and special purchasing prices will be available! Reservations Recommended.
Dec 17 • 6:00-8:00 PM • Cost $20.00 per person • Luna Rossa, 402 Main St. Stillwater, MN • 651-430-0560 • www.Lunarossawinebar.com

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

Dec 15 - Jan 3

The classic tale of finding hidden beauty inside is coming live to the Ordway. Watch as the hideous beast is transformed into a prince through the power of love.
Dec 15 through Jan 3 • Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, 345 Washington St., St. Paul. (651) 224-4222 • www.Ordway.org

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