Happy Holidays from Rangebuzz.com! Please remember to be safe, don’t drink and drive and DO have a lot of fun. From now until New Years, check this guide to find excellent entertainment from Virginia MN to Hibbing MN to Lake Vermilion to Giants Ridge…wherever you are there’s fun to be found. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year; I hope that you and your families are blessed this holiday season (Did I just sound like a Hallmark card?)

Ok, here we go!

SPECIAL HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT & EVENTS!

Nutcracker Sweets at Hibbing Community College
This timeless classic has entertained children and adults alike for over a hundred years, and is always a holiday favorite. Young Marie is taken on a very special journey to the land of the sweets by the Nutcracker Prince, as they pay tribute to her bravery and courage. Watch as candy from all over the world comes to life in this enchanting tale.
December 20, Two shows: 2pm & 7pm, HCC Theater
Call 218-262-7377 or Email Mike Ricci to reserve your tickets or purchase at the door

The Diamonds at Reif Center
The Volunteers for the Handicapped Association is bringing in THE DIAMONDS, a 50-80’s oo-wop group, for a fundraiser at the Myles Reif Center in Grand Rapids on Saturday, Dec 20th at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at Reeds Drug in Grand Rapids (218-326-3453) or at the Reif (218-327-5780). Or order tickets on-line at http://www.reifcenter.org. The funds raised will go to help those with accessibility issues. This year we are supporting Ronda Johnson, of Deer River, to cover her costs to participate in the world competition of deaf women’ basketball. This Deaflympics, as it is termed, is a competition for winning the gold medal for the U.S.A.
December 20, 7pm
Call: 218-326-3453 or 218-327-5780

Winter Holiday Champagne Bruch Buffet at Adventures
Bring your family, relax and let us do the work! Preview the menu….
Adults 14.99
Kids 12 and under 6.99
Kids 5 and under free

Mystery Dinner Theatre at The Coates Plaza Hotel
Help solve the “Wheel of Murder” when you attend the Mystery Dinner Theatre at The Coates Plaza Hotel. See local actors/actresses from The First Stage/Lyric Center perform, while you enjoy a dinner of Champagne Chicken or 6 oz. steak and shrimp. Limited seating available, so reserve your seats today!

To reserve your tickets, call 218-741-5577 Thursdays thru Saturdays 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. by December 26, 2008.
December 30 & 31
$34.50/person

New Year’s Comedy Night at Valentini’s
Bring in the New Year with laughter! Dinner  Show (5pm) with buffet and Cocktail Show at (9pm), Show Only
Have dinner in our dining room before the cocktail show and your tickets will be reduced to $12.00
Call for reservations today!
218-254-2607

Eggy’s Customer Appreciation Party
Sunday, December 21

Zimmy’s 22nd Annual Christmas Jam
When you’ve had just enough cookies and relatives, head down to Zimmy’s X-mas Night get out & rock! Musicans come down & use our house band equipment. It’s a Rock n’ Roll Jam.
Christmas Night, December 25
7pm-2am

LIVE MUSIC & KARAOKE!

Sofa King Chubby Xmas at Mac’s
Mac’s Bar, Mountain Iron, MN
December 19 & 20

Payback at Eggy’s Red Garter
Eveleth, MN
December 19 & 20

Phil Vassar
Fortune Bay presents an intimate acoustic Christmas with country music Star Phil Vassar
Two shows in the Woodlands ballroom at 7 & 9pm.
$35 General Admission, $30 Wild Edge Members. All concert tickets are full price day of show.

Big Woody at Hob Nob Lounge
Bring your friends, colleagues and family for some holiday cheer at The Nob Nob Lounge. Big Woody performs live every Friday for your listening pleasure.
December 19 & December 26

G.B. Leighton at Goodfella’s
Eveleth, MN
December 20

Backwoods Karaoke at Wooden Table
December 20 and Family karaoke on Sunday, December 21

Backwoods Karaoke at Moose Saloon
Chisholm, MN
December 28

The FIREHOUSE is closing its doors forever this Saturday..come party with The Tracy Blake Project!!!
This Saturday, DECEMBER 20th will be the last day the Firehouse will be open for business. Help them celebrate this last weekend!

A Free Fallin’ Tribute to Tom Petty
December 20, 9:30pm-1:30am
North Star Bar @ Fortune Bay Resort Casino

More live music….

NEW YEAR’S PARTIES

Mystery Dinner Theatre at The Coates Plaza Hotel
Help solve the “Wheel of Murder” when you attend the Mystery Dinner Theatre at The Coates Plaza Hotel. See local actors/actresses from The First Stage/Lyric Center perform, while you enjoy a dinner of Champagne Chicken or 6 oz. steak and shrimp. Limited seating available, so reserve your seats today!

To reserve your tickets, call 218-741-5577 Thursdays thru Saturdays 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. by December 26, 2008.
December 30 & 31 (New Year’s Eve Party to Follow on December 31!)
$34.50/person

New Years Eve Party at the Vermilion Club
Complimentary Party Favors!
Complimentary Champagne at midnight!!
Live Music by TRASHVILLE 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.!!!!!

New Year’s Eve Party at the Landing
Whoop it up with ATTABOY!
Cook, MN

BG’s Bar & Grill New Year’s Bash
Complimentary champagne and party favors. Come celebrate the New Year with us!
Mountain Iron, MN

New Year’s Comedy Night at Valentini’s
Bring in the New Year with laughter! Dinner  Show (5pm) with buffet and Cocktail Show at (9pm), Show Only
Have dinner in our dining room before the cocktail show and your tickets will be reduced to $12.00
Call for reservations today!
218-254-2607

Billy’s New Year’s Party with Thunder Stones!
Come out to listen and dance to some great music!
Buhl, MN

New Year’s Party at Eggy’s
DJ from 9pm
Eveleth, MN

Sofa King Chubby LIVE NEW YEARS EVE AT MAC’S BAR!!!
Don’t miss the best party in town. This is the third year Sofa King Chubby has played Mac’s on New Years Eve and each year keeps getting better! This is also the 3rd anniversary party of Jeremy owning Mac’s so come help him celebrate!
Mountain Iron, MN

New Year’s Eve at Moose Saloon
Bring in the New Year with the Wheeler Dealers (full band!)
Chisholm, MN

New Year’s Eve Party with Crushed Puppet at Winks
Free champagne and party favors.
Virginia, MN
December 31

Vermilion Club Annual Pajama Party
It was so much fun the first time and even better the second time, we decided to do it again!!
3rd Annual Pajama Party!
Wear your favorite pj’s (or the clothes you slept in from the night before!) and enjoy $3.00 Mimosa’s!!
Complimentary Homemade Poor Gary’s Breakfast Pizza Buffet!!
(Don’t forget your sunglasses!!
Jan 1
Lake Vermilion, MN

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‘Tis the season for holiday celebration! Hibbing Community College presents thee entertaining shows this December perfect for the whole family. Don’t miss these exciting upcoming performances:

First off, Northland Broadway Youth Theater, presents its Christmas show “The Shoemaker and the Elves” December 4, 5 and 6.

This is the classic story of the poor but kind shoemaker who helps out an old beggar woman by giving her his last pair of shoes. Left with only enough material to make just a single pair, he sets out his material to wok on the next morning and upon his excit, five eccentric and endearing elves come out and create the most incredible an dmagical shoes. music and songs fill this holiday show that will entertain the whole family.

As part of the Cultural Event Series, Ragamala Dance Company brings the culture of India to the HCC stage.December 11, 7:30pm.

This performance of one of the most accomplished Indian dance companies in the United States is apart of a very special event highlighting the culture and customs of India….Ragmala has gained a well-deserved international reputation: their work having been featured around the world including St. Petersburg, Russia; Taiwan, Indonesia and throughout the U.S.

Finally, the Reif Center Dance Company presents a Christmas Classic: Nutcracker Sweets. A classic that has “entertained children and adults alike for over a hundred years, and is always a holiday favorite.” The beatiful music and dancing are sure to arouse your Christmas Spirit! Saturday, December 20, 2pm & 7pm.

Contact HCC Theater:

Phone: 218-262-7377
Email: michaelricci@hibbing.edu
Web: www.hibbing.edu/programs/department/theater

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Thanksgiving: the beginning of the “holiday season” where people come together to celebrate friendship, our families and….food! Many people follow tradition of gathering at a designated family residence; others, however, have grown tired of all the preparation and stress of providing a large meal. If you fall into the latter category, take a peek at the Thanksgiving buffets offered by some of your Iron Range restaurants.

It’s also a part of Iron Range tradition to seek out some entertainment and a few cocktails with the hopes of bumping into a few old friends. This year, experience a variety of entertainment and live music; keep reading for a glimpse of what’s happening over Thanksgiving weekend. Have a great holiday!

Thanksgiving Dinner Buffets

Jim’s Sports Club Bar & Grill
Chisholm, MN
Traditional Thanksgiving dinner  with all the fixings
Served from 11am - 3pm
For reservations call: 218-254-7320
The Lodge at Giants Ridge
Biwabik, MN
Generous buffet with Dessert table
Seatings at 11am, 1pm and 3pm
Adults $16.96, Children $8.95, Under 10 FREE
For reservations call: 218-865-7170
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Fortune Bay Resort Casino
Tower, MN -Lake Vermilion, Woodland Ballroom
Elaborate Thanksgiving buffet with grand assortment of desserts
Adults $16.96, Children $8 +Tax
Served from 11am - 4pm
Reservations recommended: 218-753-2611
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Live music & Entertainment

Comedy Night at Valentini’s
Chisholm, MN
Event includes buffet dinner and headliner Mike Merryfield .
Wednesday, November 26
6pm Social hour, 7pm dinner, 8:30 show
Price: $28/person for dinner and show

Karaoke at Brick Yard
Hibbing, MN
Wednesday, November 26
Come bust a lung from 8pm-1am

DJ Rustic & DJ Infinity at Eggy’s
Eveleth, MN
Wednesday, November 26
Rockin’ the house from 9pm-1am

Crushed Puppet at Wink‘s
Virginia, MN
Wednesday, November 26
Live rock- music 9pm-1am

Remedy at Goodfella’s
Eveleth, MN
Wednesday, November 26 & November 28
Rockin’ the house from 9pm-1am

Sofa King Chubby at Eggy’s
Eveleth, MN
November 28 & 29
Live music 9pm-1am

Amature Night at Tuna’s
Eveleth, MN
Men and women…come and shake your money maker…prizes
November 29
7pm-1am

Thunderstone at Billy‘s
Buhl, MN
Friday, November 28
Live rock music 9pm-1am

Bottomline at Boondocks
Forbes, MN
November 28 & 29
Live music 9pm-1am

Shamrock’d at Jim‘s Sports Club
Chisholm, MN
November 28 & 29
Rockin’ the house from 9pm-1am

4 Horse Johnson at Mac‘s
Mt. Iron, MN
November 28 & 29
Rockin’  from 9pm-1am

The What Four at the Firehouse Bar & Grill
Coleraine, MN
November 28 & November 29
Rockin’ the house from 9pm-1am

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It’s THAT time of year again. Where the men (and some women, I realize; I’m just not one of ‘em) gather their guns and blaze orange attire to head into the woods with aspirations to kill some deer. This year is especially special because the hunters are virtually unlimited for filling tags. However, besides the hunt itself, there are other reasons to celebrate one of the Iron Range’s favorite time of year.

Reason #1: A much needed break from your mate

Before the stress of the holidays arrives, deer hunting season gives us an opportunity to appreciate some time apart. With the day in and day out, and “Honey this…” and “Did you do that”, who doesn’t crave a weekend of solitude? I know I do. A night without snoring! Hooray! Sleeping in until whenever I want! Hooray! A weekend without the wife nagging, an excuse to get ridiculously drunk and a chance to win some money at poker. Woo hoo!

I just wish my husband hunted. Damn! I knew I should have married a Ranger.

Reason #2: It’s good for the economy

Men buy new gear, supplies, maybe a new gun and a ton of food. The city folk drive hundreds of miles to spend their cash right here in northern Minnesota. Certainly iron range bars and restaurants experience a boost in sales. As the season progresses, local butchers gain additional business of preparing the meat into beef sticks, salami, polish, etc.  If the guys are lucky enough to shoot a buck with more than 8 points, they will seek out taxidermists so they may hang their trophy on the living room wall for all eternity.

Left alone, women get their fair share of spending in, too. The ladies will likely go out to eat, buy some new clothes or perhaps pamper themselves with a full-hour massage, a trip to the salon and a pedicure.

Reason #3: An excuse to engage in behavior you normally wouldn’t

Don’t act all innocent with me, I wasn’t born yesterday. Men, if you think us women don’t have a clue about what happens at the shack, think again. I don’t have to say it here, but you know what we know and we know all about it and quite honestly, WE DON’T CARE. Fill your boyish urges up at the shack and then return home rejuvenated, ready to begin working on the next home improvement project.

Ladies, did someone say male strippers? I think that’s self explanatory.

Reason #4: Less Road Kill

Some people protest against hunting. Some people think hunting is cruel.  I disagree. Most Rangers would agree that hunting keeps our natural habitat in sync and controls the natural order of things. The thought of deer starving to death or being smacked continuously by vehicles seems much more harmful than actually making use of nutritious meat to feed our families. Plus, road kill is disgusting.

Reason #5: The Thrill of the Kill

And finally, call it instinct or whatever you want: Men love to kill things. It gives them a sense of power and accomplishment. It satisfies their natural male psychology; that same part which causes them to watch Die Hard 1, 2 3, Terminator 1, 2 3, all the James Bond movies, etc. multiple times. I firmly believe that if men were denied the opportunity to kill things at least once per year, they might lash out in other ways like wanting more ATVs, more tools, more…sex?!. Hunting is a very GOOD thing.

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Halloween: the time of year where people enjoy becoming someone else. Costumes vary from pumpkins to vampires to men doing very strange things to sheep (Did you guys get that email!). Which brings me to the question: Does a person’s costume choice reflect some deep psychological issues? Do people dress up “for fun” or does that guy really enjoy wearing women’s clothing? Does the choice to NOT dress up in costume communicate insecurity?  Could someone’s costume choice reflect and undiscovered truth, a hidden secret or an unfulfilled passion?

Maybe I’m going a little far. Maybe. But over the years, I’ve made my own observations and I’ve broken down Halloween Costume choices into four categories. I welcome your comments and your own observations.

The “I Have No Balls” Costume

This person wakes up in the morning to take a big risk. His costume consists of one or more of the following:

1. The Headband-Cat ears, Alien Antennas, or maybe a Cowboy Hat.  Great. I’m sure this choice will win the big $100 prize at the end of the night. This person is obviously scared Halloween has some correlation with ‘judgment day’. He or she probably lays in bed at night thinking, “I really want to dress up, but I just can’t! What will the boss think? What about the cute computer guy?  I can’t. I just can’t. I’ll just wear…a headband. At least I’m not a TOTAL party pooper.”

2. The $9.99 Halloween T-shirt with matching Socks and plastic blinking Jack-o-lantern necklace-I’m guessing this is a total left-brained person. Without the creativity to become a character of some sort, she thinks it’s just fun to dress up as Halloween itself. Chances are, this person also has a secret compulsion to buy all those cheap little trinkets at the dollar store, clutter his or her office with them and call it “interior design.”

The Halloween Hoochie Mama

Happy Halloween should actually be renamed to Happy Slut-oween. Women who work out 3-4 days per week see this as the opportunity to exploit themselves in exchange for free shots and gocks from ghouls.  In a past life, they probably chose different careers involving poles and street corners.  Maybe it’s just me, but I don’t think pirates ever wore corsets and mini-skirts.

The Latent Transsexual

Seen as an opportunity to pose as the opposite sex, these men wake up in the morning, turn on their Culture Club Greatest Hits CD,  and are elated to put on pantyhose and bras exposing their hairy chests. They rob their wife’s (or mother’s) make-up and turn their ugly mugs into some sick attempt to look like Cher. High-heels remain a challenge for them; however, the secret pleasure of adding a few inches seems like an every day event. Don’t take my word for it. Observe the over-the-top happiness that radiates from their pretty eyes.

The Shocker

Finally, I envy those who fall into this category.  The people who possess the talent to create a costume which causes a dropping of the jaw, a scream from the gut or an outburst of laughter are usually the ones who go home with the prize money. These people have been blessed by the true spirit of Halloween.  Just because their costumes make everyone feel like a loser, this doesn’t exclude them from being freaks. I mean, Isn’t that always the case with those creative types?  I’m happy that once a year, people’s sick and disgusting thoughts have a place in this world. And it’s during this wonderful holiday that these weirdoes can feel, well, normal.

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Playwright Friedrich Durrenmatt once said, “A story is not finished, until it has taken the worst turn.”  As I consider our current American story, one plagued by the panderers of Washington and Wall Street, I wonder if we’ve taken that turn.  Things are bad and seem to be getting worse.

That’s not the case, however, at Hibbing Community College where their theatre production of Durrenmatt’s “The Visit”-a play that won the Swiss dramatist international acclaim-may be one of the best shows Director Michael Ricci has staged to date.  Although the play was written fifty-two years ago and set in a once-thriving-but-now-impoverished European place, Ricci’s production is topical, gripping and delivers a powerful dose of drama that strikes, oh, so close to home; yet, at the same time, this tragic play has a comic edge that makes us laugh at the absurdity of our human condition. Through the art of the theatre, Ricci and his HCC production team deftly hold the proverbial mirror up to nature, reflecting images that force us to take an honest look at ourselves, with the hope that we will learn from the mistakes of the past, value accountability, and not lose our goodness.

The premise of this odd love story involves a visit back home by a wealthy woman (played by Suzanne Dustrude Starr) who forty years ago suffered an injustice at the hands of one Anton Shill (Joe Galatz), and now wants to offer the town salvation from its poverty and debt by exacting a condition, the life of her former lover.  Both Starr and Galatz-she, in her colorful and eccentric obsessions; he, in his bland earnestness and growing paranoia-offer skilled performances that lend credibility and pathos to these characters.

And, though most of the ensemble worked well together to create believable characterizations, a few notable performances stood out among the others: Zach Morgan and Marty Rice, along with Steven Zubich and Leland Brenholt, showed accomplished finesse in their roles.  I should also mention that the whole ensemble- though some of the younger, more inexperienced actors, have not learned the importance of diction and the fundamentals of voice on stage-worked well in the multiple roles assigned to each, along with the additional burden of carrying out some marvelous scene change choreography.

Finally, I salute Mr. Ricci and his production team for the kind of work that has earned the reputation of the “Flagship” of area theaters.  It is a well-deserved tag.  The community, the college and all of those involved in “The Visit” should be very proud of this small piece of theatre that carries such a profound message.

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Virginia native, Bob Maki has been sketching for decades. Each sketch has a depth of character and fun. The First Stage gallery is open Thursday - Saturday and by appointment.

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Halloween happens to be one of my favorite holidays. I don’t know where you’ll be celebrating, but check out my 2008 Halloween Entertainment Guide for the buzz on the best parties on the Range. I’ll be out and about celebrating with the 2008 presidential candidates, John McCain and Barack Obama and we’ll be having a ZOMBIE of a time. Don’t believe me? Check out this video:

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In just a couple of short weeks, little Spidermans and princesses will be knocking down your door for a handful of fun-size snacks. Fortunately, those little sugar-buzzed monsters have a bedtime; then it’s mommy and daddy time! Be sure to lock in a sitter for this Halloween, dress up and head downtown for a full night of costume contests, parties, prizes and fun.

Here’s what’s happening! CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES!

BRITT

Halloween Party at Wooden Table Inn
Live music by Thunder Stones from 9:00pm to 1:00am. Dress up! Costume Contest (judging at midnight) plus, complimentary munchies at Midnight.

CHISHOLM

The Tempo Room
Whooping it up with DJ “High Energy”. Costume contest with great prizes.

Tom & Jerry’s
Fez’s 4th Annual Halloween Bash! Live music with Nixon both Halloween and Saturday night. Costume contest with prizes.

Valentini’s
Stop in for a delicious Italian dinner and then hang around to sing with Mike’s Karaoke.Costume contest with prizes!

Moose Saloon & Eatery
Start at the top of the hill listing to music performed by “Bittersweet”. Costume contest with several great prizes!

COLERAINE

Firehouse Bar & Grill
Crazy Ass Halloween Party! Live music with Loose Cannons and costume contest. Also, don’t forget: Special contest for Sexiest Female Costume! Meow!

COOK

Old Muni
Rockin’ with Sweet Freedom playing from 9-1am. Halloween costume party with prizes.

The Landing

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Goodfella’s Bar
Live entertainment with Sh-Boom playing hits from the 50’s and 60’s.

Snicker’s Pizza & Lounge
Live music featuring Remedy as well as costume contest with prizes and cash prize for best costume!

Tuna’s Exotic Dance Club
Celebrate Halloween at Tuna’s in Eveleth, MN. Costume contest with prizes. And, like always, live entertainment.

Eggy’s Red Garter
Halloween party with DJ music all night!

FORBES

Boondocks
LIve music featuring Slapshot! Come in costume! Costume contest with prizes.

GILBERT

The Risky Business
Rock out with the Risky Business! Live music by Bottomline as well as costume contest with prizes! Head to G-town for a great time!

HIBBING

Zimmy’s Halloween 2008!
Come celebrate Halloween at Zimmy’s! Monster DJ will be here with music from 9-2AM!! Prizes for the best costumes! Judging will be at 1:30!!

Thirsty Moose
Entertainment with Harland Karaoke from 8:30pm-12:30pm

Brick Yard
Dress up and head over to Brick Yard for a chance to win some big ching. Costume Contest with $500 IN PRIZES–1st Place - $250, 2nd Place - $150 and 3rd - $100! DJ will be spinning tunes so you can get your groove on.

Bar 412
For those of you who can’t make it out Halloween night, (or for the nuts who love Halloween so much they need two nights!) Bar 412 will be having a party for you THURSDAY, October 30 also with prizes for best costume and DJ. $100 1st place, $75 2nd and $50 for 3rd place costume.

MOUNTAIN IRON

Have A Chubby Halloween at Mac’s
Sofa King Chubby will be rockin’ out live at Mac’s Bar in Mountain Iron. Costume contest and prizes!

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Ghosts, Ghouls & Rock ‘N Roll
FORTUNE BAY RESORT CASINO PRESENTS UNDEAD AND IN PERSON, Hairball!
$10 Cover, Must be 18, $5 with non-perishable food item.
We will have it all – Food, Drinks, Cash Prize Costume Contests, Rock ‘n Roll, and enough fun
to raise the dead. NO MASKS ALLOWED ON CASINO FLOOR.

$1,000 Cash Grand Prize!

BONUS! $80 Standard Rooms plus tax $110 Suites plus tax
Includes 2 tickets to the Halloween Party.

Call 800.992.7529 for details.

Vermilion Club
Halloween party–Lake Vermilion style! Com join us for a Costume Contest and music By Backwoods DJ
9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

VIRGINIA

Hob Nob Lounge
Come celebrate Halloween at The Hob Nob Lounge. Costume contest, live entertainment with Big Woody, and some ghostly drink and appetizer specials you won’t be able to resist! Friday Nite Fish Fry served from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Get your costume ready and join in the fun!

Magic Bar
Stop in and have your fortune told by palm reader “Madame Ulanda” (for entertainment purposes). Plus, enjoy Halloween drink specials.

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A few weeks ago, my sister and a couple other friends and I were having a cocktail down at a little pub in Gilbert MN. It was a pretty quiet evening and we were enjoying some conversation, maybe a little gossip, but nothing too exciting. Until….

…there’s this couple at the bar. You’ve seen this couple before because they seem to exist in every bar. You know, the first date duo where they have just a couple too many cocktails, neither have probably been laid for a couple of months and the chemistry is good; I mean really good. So good that they’re all touchy-feely, stealing a couple smooches and and an occasional butt squeeze. Well, the woman has an accent; I think she was from Australia or New Zealand, and she’s talking particularly loud. We’ll call here “Sheila.” I think Sheila thinks that she’s cool and that all of us small towners have probably never seen a real ‘mate’ from down under before. Sheila is actually pretty attractive–blond, decent figure, and oh-so fun. Her male counterpart was average at best, but he’s definitely amused by this exotic lady and he’s thinkin’ she might even get a little louder later.

So, all of us sitting at our little table, turn our attention on the lovely couple and we roll our eyes and poke a little fun their way. But then….

…my sister gets this look on her face of total shock. She says, in her low and teeth-clenched voice, “Oh. My. God. Look at her shoe! She has some kind of food stamps stuck to the bottom!” So I quickly turn my head and sure enough, the woman has about 25 stamps trailing her.” Immediately we start cracking up, and cracking jokes, of course. We came to the conclusion that they might just be food stamps she was saving for a late-night pizza party.(Listen, I know that there aren’t actual food “stamps” anymore. Don’t ruin our fun, ok?)

I’m not sure how the night ended. All I know is that the happy couple left.  And they left with the stamps.

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