Minnesota Public Radio Presents Children's Book Author, Kate DiCamillo with Illustrator, Chris Van Allsburg
October 25, 2011
Children's book author, Kate DiCamillo and Caldecott-winning illustrator, Chris Van Allsburg will chat with MPR Morning Edition host, Cathy Wurzer about Allsburg's new book, The Chronicles of Harris Burdick. The book features 14 remarkable stories by 14 best-selling writers including Stephen King, Lemony Snicket and DiCamillo herself. This one-time-only show will include surprises for the whole family, including sweet treats for the kids and a musical performance by Koo Koo Kanga Roo. Following the show, the party will continue in the Fitzgerald lobby where theatergoers will have the opportunity to purchase The Chronicles of Harris Burdick, get their copy signed, and meet and mingle with DiCamillo, Van Allsburg and Koo Koo Kanga Roo.
89.3 The Current and WFUV 90.7 FM Sample The Twin Cities and New York Music Scenes with "The Music Exchange" Oct. 24-28, 2011
October 19, 2011
The Current in the Twin Cities and WFUV 90.7 FM in New York will swap songs from hometown artists in "The Music Exchange."
Classical Minnesota Public Radio Presents Top Score with Assassin's Creed Composer Jesper Kyd on November 18
October 17, 2011
Classical MPR's innovative video game music podcast Top Score is hosting its first live event. Join host Emily Reese as she welcomes BAFTA award-winning composer Jesper Kyd for a game release event for Assassin's Creed: Revelations, the highly anticipated latest installment in the blockbuster game series.
SOLD OUT - 89.3 The Current Presents Dessa's Album Release Show October 28 at the Fitzgerald Theater - SOLD OUT
October 13, 2011
In celebration of the release of her new album, Castor, The Twin, 89.3 The Current presents Doomtree's Dessa in concert at the Fitzgerald Theater. The sold out show will feature rap ballads, torch songs and Dessa's own brand of charismatic monologue.
MPR News' Bright Ideas Presents Criminologist and Author David Kennedy
September 29, 2011
MPR News' Bright Ideas welcomes legendary criminologist David Kennedy on October 25, when he will chat with MPR's Stephen Smith about ending inner city violence. Kennedy's latest book is "Don't Shoot: One Man, a Street Fellowship, and the End of Violence in Inner-City America."
Critically acclaimed author Michele Norris headlines Oct. 3 One Minneapolis, One Read event
September 28, 2011
Award-winning journalist and author Michele Norris will headline an event at the Guthrie Theater Oct. 3 as part of Minneapolis' first-ever community read. One Minneapolis, One Read is an opportunity for people all across town to read a single book and join in a community conversation.
Minnesota Public Radio and American Public Media Names Nick Kereakos Vice President of Technology and Operations
September 22, 2011
Minnesota Public Radio | American Public Media has named Nick Kereakos Vice President of Technology and Operations. He will oversee and direct the organization's technology, production, operations, technical facilities and content distribution.
Minnesota Public Radio and The City of Duluth Announce the Interactive "Sound Point" Created for Enger Tower
September 21, 2011
Minnesota Public Radio and The City of Duluth announced today the launch of MPR's Sound Point created for Enger Tower. The Sound Point for Enger Tower allows visitors to access a series of short audio stories to help enhance the visitors' experience at the historic Duluth landmark.
Minnesota Public Radio's Broadcast Journalist Series Welcomes Jeff Greenfield on October 6 and Isabel Wilkerson on November 10
September 15, 2011
Now in its 16th year, Minnesota Public Radio's Broadcast Journalist Series has invited two renowned authors and journalists--Jeff Greenfield, October 6; and Isabel Wilkerson November 10--for lively and topical discussions about their craft.
Minnesota Public Radio Announces Service Upgrades in Ely Starting on September 15, 2011
September 14, 2011
Minnesota Public Radio announced today that MPR News is launching a new radio station in Ely--WIRC 89.3 FM--on September 15, 2011. Also on that day, Classical MPR will move to the stronger signal 101.7 FM.