December 20, 1986 - On this Sportfolio program, Libby Riddles, professional dogsledder, discusses mushing, racing weather, and dog sledding. Riddles also answers listener questions.
December 20, 1986 - Midday’s Bob Potter talks with WCCO’s Dave Moore about his book, A Member of the Family. Moore details the difference in his approach writing versus his usual television newscast work process.
December 20, 1986 - MPR’s Elisa Bernick profiles efforts of local storytellers and the importance of the act.
December 20, 1986 -
December 20, 1986 -
December 22, 1986 - Henry Cisneros, mayor of San Antonio and president of the National League of Cities, speaking at Minnesota Meeting. Cisnero’s address was on the topic "The Survival of the American Cities in the '80s". He places a special focus on jobs. George Latimer, St. Paul Mayor, introduces Cisneros. Minnesota Meeting is a non-profit corporation which hosts a wide range of public speakers. It is managed by the Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota.
December 23, 1986 - MPR’s Perry Finelli gets reactions from attendees of Dr. William Nolen’s funeral. The surgeon passed away on December 20th, 1986. Author of eight books, Nolen was nationally known for his book The Making of a Surgeon.
December 29, 1986 - MPR’s Beth Friend reports on the impact taking place with the Minnesota Orchestra as the organization experiences first season with Edo de Waart as music director. The conductor hopes to win over audiences with programs that highlight contemporary classical compositions, not only centuries old works.
December 31, 1986 - MPR’s Beth Friend visits the Minneapolis home of Charlotte Kula as she prepares latkes in celebration of Hanukkah. Kula shares her thoughts on the recipe and much more.
December 31, 1986 -