Some families are quarantining to be able to celebrate Christmas with outside family or friends. Star Tribune illustration

Despite health warnings, some are self-quarantining so they can gather for Xmas

Some who hunger for time with relatives are striking deals with family members to hole up in their individual homes.
Bartender Cory Richter pours a beer at Modist Brewing in 2019.
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Minneapolis' Modist Brewing and hip-hop duo Run the Jewels partner on new beer

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No Save Point IPA is named after the rappers' single of the same name.
Clockwise from left: t the start of the pandemic, Heather’s staffer Zoey Brom-Palkowski handed off takeout orders to waiting customers. Ruhel Isla
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December is traditionally a time for family and friends to gather and celebrate. But while the pandemic will make this season difficult for many, ritu
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Tide overs and rain checks: How to cope with changes to your holiday tradition

December 11
Modified and postponed plans can still tap the surprising benefits we get from rituals.
This modern kitchen is part of an addition to a century-old home in St. Paul.
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Ultra-modern addition updates a Craftsman-style house in St. Paul

December 11
"We didn't want to mimic the Craftsman style," said the owner. "We wanted to keep the original as original and add the new as new."
A group of Nordic walkers on a stroll in Maple Grove, Minn. on Friday, Dec. 4, 2020. The walking is supposed to be safer and offer greater health bene
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The newest pandemic health kick? Nordic walking.

December 11
Nordic walking is finding new fans as Minnesotans seek ways to safely stay active.
Pops of color can enhance the backdrop for video calls in a home office.
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December 11
10 ideas to help enhance your living space during the pandemic winter.
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Don't let COVID-19 steal your sleep

December 11
Sleep problems have become common during the pandemic.
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Presidential pooches back in style with Biden's 2 German shepherds

December 11
Champ and Major, President-elect Joe Biden's dogs, will restore the White House tradition of first pets.