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Tuneful musicals, a basketball showcase, new exhibitions, stand-up comedy and yummy ice cream are among events to keep in mind this weekend. When: Through Jan. 19; 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday, 2 ...

Guy Pratt politely implored us to put away our phones, while Bob Dylan insisted they were put in a plastic bag ...

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