Concourse by night

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On day 105 of my Photo 365 project I posted a picture of the Saint Paul Union Depot concourse, brightly lit in all her splendor. Nearly 200 days later she was sleeping quietly in the dark shadows of night.

Into the Music

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On day 299 of Photo 365 I got to hang out with Al Neff. Al is the host and producer of Into the Music, a classic rock documentary radio program, and part of Highway 61 Productions. FYI – The Kinks are on this weekend. Party on Wayne.

Twin Waves

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Ray King, a Taiwanese-based artist, recently installed “Twin Waves” in the main entrance of the Saint Paul Union Depot. King, who exhibits his light sculptures internationally, is one of several artists that are now on display at Union Depot in Lowertown. Through a $1.25 million art grant program established by the Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority, work is slowly being purchased to adorn the chambers and halls of the train depot. I particularly like this exhibit.

This is day 296 of Photo 365.

Installation

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AZ Gallery, in the Northern Warehouse in downtown Saint Paul, was caught taking down an exhibit and preparing for the third annual Lowertown Art Show, which opens this weekend. Work by over 50 artists will be on display through November 24.

This is day 295 of Photo 365.

The long drive

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My office moved locations, and starting today my 15 minute commute turned into a 35 minute journey. I plan to listen to podcasts, audiobooks and enjoy sunsets like this one on my ride across the river.

This is day 294 of Photo 365.

Pitchfork Brewing Company

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On day 293 of Photo 365, we hauled over the state line to Wisconsin for two reasons: beer and the Green Bay Packers. We have a favorite place to watch the Packer fans in Hudson, Wis., but today husband and I took a diversion. Pitchfork Brewing Company opened in early August, and we wanted to see what the buzz was about. The taproom has a cozy bar with a handful of tables. Husband got the beer flight of five ales for $6, and I had the house homemade root beer. The one television at the end of the bar plays Packer football every Sunday, and when the Packers score, everyone gets a free 10 oz. Firkin. There is also a popcorn machine, and the restaurant next door delivers if you’re hungry.

If you are not a beer drinker like me, stick with the root beer. It is amazing.