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Leon Hushcha and Caroline Smith

Season 2 Episode 31

Painter, metal artist, musicians, vaudeville performers

Painter Leon Hushcha challenges artists to create collaborative works for his Guest Art Series. Metal artist Lisa Elias makes a public drinking fountain for Downtown Minneapolis. Caroline Smith and the Good Night Sleeps perform at First Avenue. Plus: Husband and wife vaudeville team Lloyd Brant and Rosie Cole.

AIR DATE 4/6/11

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