Average joe: Bears? Aren’t the Minnesota bears the guys who go swimming in really cold water in the winter?

Minneapolis, Pride Parade
Overheard by he’s obviously never been to the mpls eagle.

Woman: I’m pretty sure out of the corner of my eye I saw him knock Lara with his penis.

Minneapolis, TC Pride Festival
Overheard by I’m pretty sure that I heard her correctly.

Girl #1: Look at all of those glamorous women!
Girl #2: Those are drag queens.

Minneapolis, Pride Festival

Skinny 20’s something guy: I wish I had cleavage.

Saint Paul, Grand Old Day
Overheard by I don’t think I want to know…

College Senior from Wisconsin to group of college friends: Is George W. Bush still President?

Wabasha, Fat Fest
Overheard by Really?!?

Nice Minnesota mother after seeing a Fringe dance show: Oh, that sure was good, wasn’t it? (pause) How many pairs of underwear do you think they had, anyway?

Jeune Lune
Overheard by JfA.

Woman eating pasta out of Tupperware while standing in line for tickets to a Fringe show: This is hardcore theatre, people.

U of M, Rarig Center
Overheard by JfA.

Dad:  Put the dog down, let him walk.
Mom:  I don’t want Paulie to walk.
Kid: *sounding tired* Can I have a drink now?
Mom:  Yes, because Paulie’s thirsty too.  *long pause*  Not because Paulie’s more important than you…

Stone Arch Festival
Overheard by Gracen.