Almanac Highlights November 16, 2007

A Thanksgiving Monologue
If you can't stand the heat, get out of Sheletta Brundidge's kitchen!

Congressional Tussle Over Funding the New 35W Bridge
U.S. House members John Kline and Tim Walz took different sides on a big House Bill that would fund --among other things-- the final construction costs of the new 35W Bridge in Minneapolis.  They join us live to explain their positions.

The Guthrie does Laura Ingalls Wilder
Director Joe Dowling previews an exciting upcoming season at the Guthrie.

Cooking Bundt Cake for Thanksgiving
Susanna Short has written a new book "Bundt Cake Bliss" for the Minnesota Historical Society Press.   She joins Mary Lahammer in the Almanac kitchen and shares several recipes and tips in time for Turkey Day.

Vikings, Gophers and Timberwolves... Oh My!
Larry Fitzgerald Sr. gives us his perspective on a very busy week in Minnesota sports.  And yes, Adrian Peterson's knee will be the first topic of conversation.

Tony Sertich Onstage in Tights
Political reporter Mary Lahammer sure knows how to tease a story.  It turns out that DFL House Majority Leader Tony Sertich has a stage background.

More Bundt Cake Baking
With Susanna Short and Mary Lahammer.

Thanksgiving Day Forecast
Will snow be entering our region as we wake up Thanksgiving morning?  Paul Douglas of WCCO-TV stops by for his monthly Almanac weather chat.

A New Way to Appreciate the St. Olaf Christmas Concert
Tpt and St. Olaf are again partners in bringing you a national PBS holiday special featuring the beloved choirs of Northfield.  But this year there's a twist.  More than 150 movie theaters nationwide will air a simulcast of the concert on December 2 featuring HD video and Surround Sound audio.  Tune in and find out how to join in the fun.