Here are some local Twin Cities arts events that might knock your socks off. Put them on your calendar and then invite a friend or family member to enjoy some of the finest arts and cultural offerings in the country right here in Minneapolis and Saint Paul:

Enthusiast Tip: Pair your comedy experience with dinner in downtown Minneapolis. Check out Meet Minneapolis for ideas!

Also, ask the bartender at BNW about the show themed drinks.

Drunken friends, overserved basket cases, pushy bouncers and all the other hallmarks of bar culture collide in the hilarious, booze-fueled sketch comedy of Bye Bye Liver: The Twin Cities Drinking Play. This 75-minute romp through the best, worst and all-too-familiar aspects of social imbibing goes way beyond the standard sketch show. In a lively theater-turned-bar atmosphere, you'll interact with the actors (and each other), competing in social games and an often-called-for "social drink." Thanks to Liver, now you don't have to choose between grabbing a drink and catching a show.

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Sat, Feb 20 @ 9:30pm | Sold Out
Sat, Feb 27 @ 9:30pm $24.50 | $12.25

Laughter and charm are in full effect at the Joke Joint, where chandeliers and an ornate balcony create elegant old-time atmosphere. The comedians, however, are as relevant as it gets, a heady stew of nationally touring headliners and local stand-up stalwarts. A full bar doles out martinis, margaritas and other concoctions, and features a beer list that ranges from domestics to hopped-up microbrews. And the menu of chicken tenders, fried ravioli and other pub-grub fare will ensure that the relentless belly laughs do not exhaust you. Pop on into the Joke Joint in Saint Paul, and feel your spirits lift.

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 Thu, Feb 18 8:00pm (Warren B Hall) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Fri, Feb 19 8:00pm (Warren B Hall) $15.00 | $7.50
 Fri, Feb 19 10:30pm (Warren B Hall) $15.00 | $7.50
 Sat, Feb 20 9:45pm (Warren B Hall) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Thu, Feb 25 8:00pm (John Knight) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Fri, Feb 26 8:00pm (John Knight) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Fri, Feb 26 10:30pm (John Knight) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Sat, Feb 27 9:45pm (John Knight) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Thu, Mar 3 8:00pm (Stewart Huff) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Fri, Mar 4 8:00pm (Stewart Huff) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Fri, Mar 4 10:30pm (Stewart Huff) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Sat, Mar 5 9:45pm (Stewart Huff) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Fri, Mar 18 8:00pm (Paul Hooper) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Fri, Mar 18 10:30pm (Paul Hooper) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Sat, Mar 19 9:45pm (Paul Hooper) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Thu, Mar 24 8:00pm (Ray Harrington) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Fri, Mar 25 8:00pm (Ray Harrington) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Fri, Mar 25 10:30pm (Ray Harrington) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50
 Sat, Mar 26 9:45pm (Ray Harrington) $15.00 | COMP - $7.50

Need help finding your next cinema outing in or around Minneapolis this winter?

Experiencing film is an excellent choice for a cold winter day or any other day you need some cinema magic in your life. Here are some resources and ways to find the best movie experiences in the Twin Cities metro area.

Typically: January, February, March | Omnifest at the Omnitheater
Science Museum of Minnesota
This educational and immersive experience in downtown Saint Paul is appropriate for all ages. Choose from a variety of films to see on a 90 foot dome screen. Family-friendly: All ages welcome and discount pricing for kids, seniors and those with limited income.

April | Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF)
Organized by the Film Society of Minneapolis St. Paul
Artsy. Diverse. Local. International. You name it and you'll find it at the International Film Festival. This is the "largest spring arts event in the region, exhibiting more than 200 films from some 70 countries each year and drawing audiences of 40,000+." (mspfilm.org)

Looking for a night out? A fun date? A place to spark your creativity? Get out and enjoy the city. Try some of these online calendars for suggestions: