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Strengthening the Bonds of Community. One story at a time.

Arts & Entertainment

Oscar Isaac in "Frankenstein." Photo courtesy of Netflix

Guillermo Del Toro Finds The Heart And Soul Of ‘Frankenstein’

by Hunter Friesen
Published October 21, 2025

Guillermo del Toro, the filmmaker most in love with monsters, finally gets the chance to adapt the story of the most famous one of all. It’s been a dream project for him, entwined in his DNA and influencing...

Open Door's Josh Collins and Stacey Dolan perform at last year's "What is Broadway? A Jeopardy-Themed Cabaret!" (Images courtesy of Open Door Community Theatre.)

Open Door Theatre’s Jeopardy-Themed Fundraiser Aims To ROCK — Again

by Chuck Nowlen
Published October 21, 2025

In the spirit of the classic TV quiz show “Jeopardy,” we begin this story with a correct answer, followed by the corresponding question. The answer:  This six-year-old nonprofit group of top-notch...

East Ridge Senior Achieves Rare Perfect AP Score

East Ridge Senior Achieves Rare Perfect AP Score

by Manali Shah
Published October 15, 2025

A super-secret surprise celebration at East Ridge High School last week applauded senior Sophia Soo for earning a perfect score of 5 on her 2025 Advanced Placement Art and Design 2D Portfolio. “Getting...

Image courtesy of Twin Cities Film Fest

Twin Cities Film Fest Brings Hollywood To Minnesota

by Hunter Friesen
Published October 14, 2025

From late August through mid-September, the fall film festival season reaches its apex of influence with the overlapping of the Venice International Film Festival, Telluride Film Festival and Toronto International...

Channing Tatum in 'Roofman"

‘Roofman’ Charms As A Tragic Comedy About Living in a Toys ‘R’ Us

by Hunter Friesen
Published October 7, 2025

How many McDonald’s do you think you’d have to rob to afford a nice house, birthday presents for your kids, and a tidy nest egg for the future? Luckily, you don’t have to answer that, because...

Dwayne Johnson in "The Smashing Machine."

Dwayne Johnson Gets Serious In ‘The Smashing Machine.

by Hunter Friesen
Published October 1, 2025

“The Smashing Machine” could have had it all. It’s got an interesting premise about the life story of Mark Kerr, the former UFC Heavyweight Champion, whose blood, sweat, and tears laid the groundwork...

Parks and Recreation Director Michelle Okada began the 'sneak peek' tour with  Central Park's new lower-floor green space and wandering path.

‘Sneak Peek’ Tour Heralds Central Park Soft Opening

by Chuck Nowlen
Published October 1, 2025

Woodbury’s $42.3 million Central Park project still bore signs of home-stretch construction during a “sneak peek” tour Tuesday afternoon, but there were more than enough finished features to dazzle. The...

Toronto, 2025: How I Watched 38 Films In 10 Days

Toronto, 2025: How I Watched 38 Films In 10 Days

by Hunter Friesen
Published September 23, 2025

For 10 days at the beginning of September, the laws of time and space cease to exist. Days turn to night in an instant; getting three hours of sleep per night becomes a normal practice; and diets consist...

Colin Farrel and Margot Robbie in "A Big Bold Beautiful Journey.

‘A Big Bold Beautiful Journey’ Masks Ugliness With Beauty

by Hunter Friesen
Published September 17, 2025

True to its title, “A Big Bold Beautiful Journey” is big and bold.  Colin Farrell and Margot Robbie embark on a journey through space and time, weaving in and out of their respective past and present...

A previous One Woodbury crowd takes in a performance of Garba, a traditional dance originating at special occasions and festivals in the western part of India.

2025 One Woodbury Goals: ‘Better Understanding And A Sense Of Belonging’

by Roundabout Staff
Published September 16, 2025

(Editor's Note: An earlier version of this story reported the wrong date for this year's One Woodbury celebration and the wrong spelling of city Community Relations Manager Shelly Schafer's last name....

Destination: Woodbury Unveils First Visitor Guide

Destination: Woodbury Unveils First Visitor Guide

by Manali Shah
Published September 16, 2025

Destination: Woodbury, the city’s official destination marketing organization, recently published its first Woodbury Visitor Guide. “Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long-time resident,...

Josh O'Connor, left, and Daniel Craig in "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery." Photo courtesy of Netflix.

‘Wake Up Dead Man:’ A Puzzle You Can’t Put Down

by Hunter Friesen
Published September 9, 2025

Everything comes in threes for the “Knives Out” films. Three entries, three years between each of them, three central murders to solve, and three identical births on the first Saturday of the Toronto...