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Family Storytime: Stillwater Library
Family Storytime: Stillwater Library Presented by Stillwater Public Library at Stillwater Public Library Jan 02 - Apr 24, 2019 Join us at the Stillwater Public Library on Wednesdays, January 2 through April 24 from 10:15 - 10:45 a.m. for Family Storytime. Stories, songs, finger plays, and more to encourage the development of early literacy skills. For all children and their families or caregivers. Program is free and no registration is required. |
Stillwater Public Library | 01/02/2019 - 04/24/2019 | Stillwater Public Library, Stillwater |
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Shadow Big Read with Author Andrew Post
Shadow Big Read with Author Andrew Post Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at Lion's Tavern Apr 10 - Apr 24, 2019 What are the darker possibilities of life after Year Zero? Local sci-fi and horror novelist Andrew Post will lead two Wednesday night discussions about life after the end of world and how it is depicted through post-apocalyptic fiction and film. A signature cocktail will be available. Suggested Reading List: The Road (novel and film), The Book of Eli (film), Zombieland (film), I Am Legend (novel and film), Dawn of the Dead (film, 2004), Children of Men (film), 28 Days Later (Film), War of the Worlds (film, 2005), Independence Day (film). |
ArtReach St. Croix | 04/10/2019 - 04/24/2019 | Lion's Tavern, Stillwater |
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Finding Your Voice: *Haven* Writing Workshop with Laura Munson
Finding Your Voice: *Haven* Writing Workshop with Laura Munson Presented by Moon River Wellness at Downtown Stillwater Apr 24, 2019 "Writing should be up there with diet and exercise in the realm of preventive wellness and personal transformation." ~Laura Munson No matter where you are in your creative journey, Laura inspires you to find clearer intention, and the permission to explore, expand, and be hungry for your creative self-expression! You do not have to be a writer to come. Just a seeker. From the trenches of "failure" to the altitude of "success," Laura has much to share about the power of writing and she offers it all in a safe, nurturing, challenging, and inspiring environment that can change your life. Come get a taste of what 400 people from all over the world have experienced in the woods of Montana, ranked in the top 3 writing retreats in the US. For more information on what to expect, what to bring, etc. email kali@moonriverwellness.com. WHEN: Wednesday, April 24 from 9am-4pm with… |
Moon River Wellness | 04/24/2019 | Downtown Stillwater, Stillwater |
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WESTERN MONTH “ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST”
WESTERN MONTH “ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST” Presented by Stillwater Zephyr Theatre and St. Croix Film Society at Stillwater Zephyr Theatre Apr 24, 2019 “ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST” Directed by Sergio Leone Starring: Henry Fonda, Charles Bronson, and Claudia Cardinale. A mysterious stranger with a harmonica joins forces with a notorious desperado to protect a beautiful widow from a ruthless assassin working for the railroad. |
Stillwater Zephyr Theatre | 04/24/2019 | Stillwater Zephyr Theatre, Stillwater |
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Valley Library Book Club - "Station Eleven"
Valley Library Book Club - "Station Eleven" Presented by Valley Branch Library at Valley Branch Library Apr 25, 2019 Join the Valley Branch Library for a book discussion of Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel, part of the NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley. |
Valley Branch Library | 04/25/2019 | Valley Branch Library, Lakeland |
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Dr. Mike Osterholm - “Bad News Mike”
Dr. Mike Osterholm - “Bad News Mike” Presented by ArtReach St. Croix and Stillwater Public Library at Stillwater Public Library Apr 25, 2019 Infectious disease has the terrifying power to disrupt everyday life on a global scale. Drawing on the latest medical science and hard-earned epidemiological lessons, Dr. Mike Osterholm’s recently published book, Deadliest Enemy: Our War Against Killer Germs, explores in detail the resources and programs we need to develop if we are to keep ourselves safe from infectious disease. Only by understanding the challenges we face can we prevent the unthinkable from becoming the inevitable. Dr. Mike Osterholm is Professor and Chair in Public Health, the director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, Professor in the Division of Environmental Health Sciences, and an adjunct in the Medical School at the University of Minnesota. He is the author of Deadliest Enemy: Our War Against Killer Germs a 2017 book which details pressing infectious disease threats and prevention strategies, including global flu pandemic as a major concern. Dr. Osterholm is… |
ArtReach St. Croix | 04/25/2019 | Stillwater Public Library, Stillwater |
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Sculpture Portrait Retreat
Sculpture Portrait Retreat Presented by Gabrielle Trom - Artist at Dunrovin Christian Brothers Retreat Center Apr 22 - Apr 26, 2019 Four and a half day (Live Model) Portrait Sculpture Workshop. Class runs from 10AM-1PM, breaks for lunch, and then resumes from 2:30PM-5:30PM Monday-Thursday. Class on Friday will run from 10AM-12PM Cost per student is $460. This fee will include classes, armatures, clay, use of tripods, model time, and studio space. The minimum required number of students is 6 for this class to take place. Sign-up deadline is April 12, 2019 Students will need to bring: Spackling spatula Large wooden cooking spatula Plastic to cover their sculpture Spray bottle to wet their sculpture Sketch book Pencil Pen Other tool recommendations (not required, but helpful) will be provided to students who sign up. The goal is to create a finished clay portrait and to learn observation and anatomy in the traditional figurative methods of the great masters. If students wish to preserve their creation, I will share the learning materials for making… |
Gabrielle Trom - Artist | 04/22/2019 - 04/26/2019 | Dunrovin Christian Brothers Retreat Center, Marine on Saint Croix |
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Friday Fish Fry
Friday Fish Fry Presented by CURRENT Restaurant & Bar at CURRENT Restaurant & Bar Mar 01 - Apr 26, 2019 Enjoy a springtime tradition with Friday Fish Fry at CURRENT Restaurant & Bar in Afton. Our hand-battered Cod is served with fries and coleslaw. |
CURRENT Restaurant & Bar | 03/01/2019 - 04/26/2019 | CURRENT Restaurant & Bar, Afton |
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Celebrate Earth Day with Dan Chouinard
Celebrate Earth Day with Dan Chouinard Presented by Marine Community Library and North Woods and Waters of the St. Croix Heritage Area and St. Croix River Association at Marine Village Hall Apr 26, 2019 Dan Chouinard will host a rollicking sing-along of your favorite river and earth songs at the historic Marine Village Hall in Marine-on-St. Croix. Dan is well known as a pianist and accordionist, a mentor for a Who’s Who of Twin Cities performers, an enabler of community singalongs and a writer of hit shows for public radio, concert hall and theatrical stage. Having grown up in Lindstrom, MN, Dan has a deep commitment to the St. Croix Valley. Celebrate Earth Day with Dan Chouinard will leave you uplifted and even more in love with our beautiful earth. Light refreshments will be served. Earlier that day, from 3:00 -5:00, people throughout the watershed are invited to gather at the Marine Village Hall to discuss the opportunities that the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day (2020) presents. Both events are sponsored by the North Woods and Waters of the St. Croix Heritage Area and the St. Croix River Association. |
Marine Community Library | 04/26/2019 | Marine Village Hall, Marine on Saint Croix |
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Woodcock Walk
Woodcock Walk Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center Apr 26, 2019 Visit Carpenter Nature Center's WI Campus to learn about the world of the American Woodcock. WI-DNR guest speaker, Missy Sparrow, will share fascinating details about the lifestyle and conservation outlook of these bizarre long-beaked birds. The program will begin with an indoor presentation, which will be followed by a walk through the darkening prairie trails to observe the acrobatic mating displays of male Woodcock. |
Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center | 04/26/2019 | Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center, Hastings |
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Sawdust Savvy DIY Wood Project Workshop
Sawdust Savvy DIY Wood Project Workshop Presented by Sawdust Savvy at Sawdust Savvy Mar 02 - Apr 27, 2019 Experience a Sawdust Savvy workshop, Minnesota's Original DIY Studio! Assemble (using power tools!), stain and paint your custom creation, and in just 3 hours it will be ready to go home with you! Projects include planked signs/pallet signs, wood & metal signs, decorative boxes, blanket ladders, decorative serving trays and more! Visit our website at www.sawdustsavvy.com to view pictures of the available projects and our full calendar. Registration is required! |
Sawdust Savvy | 03/02/2019 - 04/27/2019 | Sawdust Savvy, Stillwater |
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Fused Glass Basics and Beyond Class
Fused Glass Basics and Beyond Class Presented by Alchemy Arts Studio at Alchemy Arts Studio Apr 06 - Apr 27, 2019 Looking for a fun and informative fused glass class? In this Fused Glass Basics and Beyond Class, you will learn about fused glass design issues, molds, techniques and work with a variety of materials. You will learn about kiln operation and how to prepare and program a fused glass kiln. You will also learn and practice glass cutting skills with the Cutters Mate cutting system. Each week you will work on unique projects. Each project highlights a technique or learning material. 4 different project classes plus lot’s of technical information and hints/tips into the world of glass fusing. |
Alchemy Arts Studio | 04/06/2019 - 04/27/2019 | Alchemy Arts Studio, Stillwater |
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Hastings Area Earth Day Birding Festival
Hastings Area Earth Day Birding Festival Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center Apr 27, 2019 Celebrate the many birds of Minnesota at the Hastings Area Earth Day Birding Festival. This is the fifth year the Hastings Environmental Protectors has teamed up with Carpenter Nature Center for the Birding Festival. Some of the highlights are an “Introduction to Birding” class, a “Raptors 101” class, bird banding demonstrations, and guided bird trips in the Hastings area. Check out the schedule of events on the website. |
Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center | 04/27/2019 | Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center, Hastings |
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Midnight at the Masquerade
Midnight at the Masquerade Presented by The Murder Mystery Company in Minneapolis at Stillwater KC Hall Apr 27, 2019 The rustle of silks and feathers under muted conversation was probably the last thing heard by the tragically and unexpectedly deceased at the Billionaires' Club Annual Masquerade Ball. With a mystery under each feathery façade, unmasking the killer may be quite a challenge. It's up to you to determine which partygoer is guilty, bring this crime to justice, and save the party! Attend the Billionaires' Club Annual Masquerade Ball and help get this soiree back on track by trading clues with your guests, gathering information, and solving the crime before the masked menace gets away! Evening wear, ball gowns, Venetian masks, suits, and tuxes are what to wear to this high class night of masks and murder. Get ready for a glamorous evening of mystery, intrigue, and murder. The Experts in Mystery Entertainment are now performing live public and private interactive murder mystery dinner shows in Stillwater and surrounding areas… |
The Murder Mystery Company in Minneapolis | 04/27/2019 | Stillwater KC Hall, Stillwater |
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Victorian Tea at the Historic Courthouse
Victorian Tea at the Historic Courthouse Presented by Washington County Parks at Washington County Historic Courthouse Apr 27, 2019 Enjoy a delicious 5-course tea catered by Scheel's Catering and learn about the history of tea in the beautiful setting of the historic courtroom at the Washington County Historic Courthouse. 2019 Program: Tea-ology: Facts, Stories & Traditions What is tea? What are the types of tea? Where is it from? Learn the answers to these questions and enjoy fun historical facts and stories surrounding tea with guest speaker, professional chef and tea expert Joy Sorich of Cup of Joy. Arrive early or stay late to shop beautiful quilted items by the Courthouse Quilters and premium organic loose leaf teas by Cup of Joy. Tour the exhibits and 1900's county jail or peruse the displays of the Historic Courthouse China Collection in the courtroom. Seating for the event begins at 11:30 a.m. This event always sells out, be sure to make your reservation soon! All proceeds benefit the Historic Courthouse Restoration… |
Washington County Parks | 04/27/2019 | Washington County Historic Courthouse, Stillwater |
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Outdoor Skills Expo
Outdoor Skills Expo Presented by St. Croix River Association at Interstate State Park - Wisconsin Apr 27, 2019 Whether you are planning an epic National Park adventure, preparing for the next global pandemic or just trying to survive your family car or river camping trip, this event is for you! The St. Croix River Association, St. Croix National Scenic Riverway (National Park Service), ArtReach St. Croix, and Wisconsin Interstate Park will offer hands-on demonstration and presentations that will help you to better prepare for surviving all of your spring and summer adventures on the Ice Age Trail and the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Featured Presenters: Jerry Dorff, owner of Wild River Outfitters in Grantsburg, WI Gary Noren, board member of the St. Croix Valley Camera Club Phil Peterson, author of Six Knots for Everyday Life St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, National Park Service Park Rangers Tanna Worrell, author and writer; The Friendly Forager Ice Age Visitor Center Auditorium Presentations Noon - 1:00pm: Planning Your St. Croix and… |
St. Croix River Association | 04/27/2019 | Interstate State Park - Wisconsin, Saint Croix Falls |
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Friends Spring Book Sale
Friends Spring Book Sale Presented by Friends of the Stillwater Public Library at Stillwater Public Library Apr 24 - Apr 27, 2019 Book lovers and bargain hunters are in for a treat when the Friends of the Stillwater Public Library host their Annual Spring Used Book Sale. The Book Sale is the Friends' most important fundraiser, and proceeds go to support the collections and programs at the library. A preview sale will be offered to members of the Friends group only on Wednesday, April 24 from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Not a member? Join at the door. The book sale will open to the public on Thursday, April 25-Saturday, April 27. Bag sale all day on Saturday! |
Friends of the Stillwater Public Library | 04/24/2019 - 04/27/2019 | Stillwater Public Library, Stillwater |
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Woodsy Women Spring Hike
Woodsy Women Spring Hike Presented by Lee & Rose Warner Nature Center at Lee and Rose Warner Nature Center Apr 27, 2019 Are you ready for spring? This is a great opportunity to shed the winter blahs, make new friends, and explore Warner’s natural side. Participants will need to be able to walk on uneven terrain for up to 2 miles. Ages 16+ |
Lee & Rose Warner Nature Center | 04/27/2019 | Lee and Rose Warner Nature Center, Marine on Saint Croix |
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Contagion - Film Screening
Contagion - Film Screening Presented by Hudson Area Library at Hudson Area Library Apr 27, 2019 Starring Matt Damon, Kate Winslet, Jude Law, Gwyneth Paltrow, Laurence Fishburne and Marion Cotillard Healthcare professionals, government officials and everyday people find themselves in the midst of a worldwide epidemic as the CDC works to find a cure. Rated PG-13 |
Hudson Area Library | 04/27/2019 | Hudson Area Library, Hudson |
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Paris in the 20's at the Outing Lodge
Paris in the 20's at the Outing Lodge Presented by The Outing Lodge at Pine Point at The Outing Lodge at Pine Point Apr 27, 2019 Join us at The Outing Lodge in a celebration of 1920’s Parisian food and culture! Enjoy a step back in time, perhaps partake in lively discussion of Ernest Hemingway's A Moveable Feast, a memoir of Hemingway’s years in Paris in the 1920s. Our dinner is based on a menu by Lynne Rosetto Kasper, food writer and former NPR host of “The Splendid Table.” The night includes live music. Paris in the 20's - Saturday April 27th 6.30 : Social Hour Hors D'oeuvres: Plateau des fromages (French Cheese & Fruit platter) Pâté du Printemps (pâté of young spring vegetables) Pâté de Truites fumées Star Praire (smoked Trout pâté) 7.30 : Plated Meal Salade du Printemps avec les figues (baby spring greens with figs) Entrée: Poulet au poêle a l’estragon, Pommes de terre provençal au Gratin et Petits pois frais a la française. (Casserole chicken with tarragon, gratin potatoes with herbs du… |
The Outing Lodge at Pine Point | 04/27/2019 | The Outing Lodge at Pine Point, Stillwater |
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River Falls Spring Arts Gala
River Falls Spring Arts Gala Presented by River Falls Community Arts Base at River Falls Golf Club Apr 27, 2019 Help support and promote the arts in River Falls. Proceeds benefit the River Falls Community Arts Base and support community arts programming like Music in the Park, Community Barn Dances, Art on the Kinni, and more! Featuring musical guests The Mouldy Figs. Silent auction: 6-9:30 pm Raffle winners announced at 9 pm (must be present to win) |
River Falls Community Arts Base | 04/27/2019 | River Falls Golf Club, River Falls |
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CONCERT: Marika Bournaki, piano
CONCERT: Marika Bournaki, piano Presented by Blessings Academy of Arts and Music at Hastings Arts Center Apr 27, 2019 Described as “the Celine Dion of classical” by The Huffington Post, MARIKA BOURNAKI is at once a world-class performer, dazzling pianist, vivacious young woman and one of the freshest faces on the classical music scene. Ms. Bournaki not only brings distinctive interpretations to favorite standards, but extends her passion for music by commissioning works from younger composers and collaborating with artists from various fields. Marika Bournaki has appeared as guest soloist with the symphony orchestras of Montréal, Quebec and St. Petersburg along with Romania’s Timisoara Filharmonica, Switzerland’s Verbier Chamber Orchestra and Canada’s Orchestre Métropolitain. In addition to a benefit recital for the Glenn Gould Foundation at New York City’s Carnegie Hall, she has been presented in solo recitals and chamber music collaborations throughout the United States, Canada and the world, including Belgium, England, Germany, Greece, Italy, Romania, Switzerland and South Korea. Bournaki was also the subject of the award-winning documentary “I am Not… |
Blessings Academy of Arts and Music | 04/27/2019 | Hastings Arts Center, Hastings |
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International Sculpture Day at Franconia Sculpture Park
International Sculpture Day at Franconia Sculpture Park Presented by Franconia Sculpture Park at Franconia Sculpture Park Apr 27, 2019 In partnership with the International Sculpture Center, publisher of Sculpture Magazine, join Franconia Sculpture Park in celebrating the fifth annual #ISday and all things 3D. Join us at the park between 5-8 PM for a grill and chill plus activities. Take a specialized tour that features international artists with work on exhibition at Franconia, or wander on your own in the park to complete a sculpture scavenger hunt (you might just win a prize)! We suggest a donation of $10 to join us for dinner. RSVP at 651-257-6668 or by emailing info@franconia.org. Thank you! International Sculpture Day is a celebration event held worldwide on April 27th, to further the ISC’s mission of advancing the creation and understanding of sculpture and its unique, vital contribution to society. It is a day to create a unified community championing sculpture. With hundreds of artists, organizations and institutions in over 20 countries expected to celebrate… |
Franconia Sculpture Park | 04/27/2019 | Franconia Sculpture Park, Franconia |
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Shop n' Sip at Lift Bridge Brewery
Shop n' Sip at Lift Bridge Brewery Presented by Lift Bridge Brewing Co at Lift Bridge Brewing Co Apr 27, 2019 Come out to Lift Bridge Brewery Saturday, April 27th from 1-5 PM for Shop n' Sip! This is a wonderful way to support local shops, check things off your Mother's Day gift list (or for yourself), have fun eating from KCM EggRolls (service starts at 1PM) and drinking delicious Lift Bridge Brews! Several independently owned businesses will be selling their wares including: The Wanderer Our Lost Founding Modern Envy Apparel Marquess Studios BeeNaturalz Handcrafted Skincare Tammy's Treasures and more! Some vendor spots still available. Contact events@liftbridgebrewery.com if interested. As day turns to night, join us for the Beer Choir Twin Cities starting at 7 PM! #LBSpring #LBShopnSip |
Lift Bridge Brewing Co | 04/27/2019 | Lift Bridge Brewing Co, Stillwater |
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Warden's House Museum - Annual Open House
Warden's House Museum - Annual Open House Presented by Washington County Historical Society at Warden's House Museum Apr 28, 2019 Get a sneak peek at the museum’s newest exhibits before the touring season begins in May! The Open House marks the beginning of the museum’s touring season which lasts from May through October. |
Washington County Historical Society | 04/28/2019 | Warden's House Museum, 0 |
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Su Love: River Poetry
Su Love: River Poetry Presented by Great River Road Visitor & Learning Center at Freedom Park at Great River Road Visitor & Learning Center at Freedom Park Apr 28, 2019 We are excited to host local poet Su Love as she reads poems inspired by rivers and watersheds, selected from her six books! This free event is a great opportunity to connect with a local author and to our local landscape through the art of poetry. Su’s books of poetry will be available for purchase at this event. Su Love is the author of six collections of poetry; she previously published as Su Smallen. Her work has been recognized with, notably, the Jane Kenyon Poetry Prize and residencies with the St. Croix Watershed Research Station and Tofte Lake Center in Minnesota and the Unamuno Author Series in Madrid. Su is a 2019 recipient of an Artist Initiative grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. For more information about Su and her poetry, visit her website at www.sulove.org. |
Great River Road Visitor & Learning Center at Free... | 04/28/2019 | Great River Road Visitor & Learning Center at Free..., Prescott |
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Museum of Civilization at River Falls
Museum of Civilization at River Falls Presented by ArtReach St. Croix and River Falls Public Library at River Falls Library Apr 22 - Apr 28, 2019 On tour at area libraries in March and April, the Museum of Civilization is an interpretation of the one described in Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel, this year’s NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley book selection. The museum considers how memory can impact survival in a post-apocalyptic world. The more you remember, the more your miss from the civilization you knew. |
ArtReach St. Croix | 04/22/2019 - 04/28/2019 | River Falls Library, River Falls |
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Shakespeare's Greatest Hits by Matthew Simpson & Meaghan Simpon
Shakespeare's Greatest Hits by Matthew Simpson & Meaghan Simpon Presented by St. Croix Festival Theatre at Franklin Square Blackbox Apr 12 - Apr 28, 2019 A thrilling collection of scenes from Shakespeare’s masterpieces featuring live music and presenting compelling scenes chosen from Hamlet, Othello, Romeo and Juliet, Twelfth Night, and more! Join us April 13 or 14, and see the Museum of Civilization before the show or during intermission. This event is part of the NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley. |
St. Croix Festival Theatre | 04/12/2019 - 04/28/2019 | Franklin Square Blackbox, St. Croix Falls |
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Sleeping Beauty Ballet
Sleeping Beauty Ballet Presented by St. Croix Ballet at Stillwater Area High School Apr 26 - Apr 28, 2019 Come enjoy the classic ballet fairy tale performed by the students of the St. Croix Ballet! Sleeping Beauty, one of the world's most enduring and beloved fairy tales, tells the story of Princess Aurora who has an evil spell cast on her by the angry and wicked fairy, Carabosse. The Lilac Fairy, the fairy of wisdom, triumphs over the evil fairy leaving Aurora to sleep for 100 years only to be awakened by the kiss of the Brave Prince who follows the Lilac Fairy to the palace where the princess sleeps. Aurora and the Prince are married surrounded by Aurora's fairy tale friends and the Good Fairies who have bestowed the gifts of inner beauty on the Princess. |
St. Croix Ballet | 04/26/2019 - 04/28/2019 | Stillwater Area High School, Stillwater |
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"Parallel Pandemic" Short Film Premier
"Parallel Pandemic" Short Film Premier Presented by ArtReach St. Croix and StoryArk at The Phipps Center for the Arts Apr 28, 2019 Parallel Pandemic is an original creation of StoryArk's Shush team. The short film was inspired by the Big Read's 2019 novel Station Eleven. A group of middle school boys wrote the script and acted the roles. High school students shot and edited the final 2-minute film. During the StoryArk event on April 28, the Shush team will host listening sessions and screenings of their other works. It all started as part of NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley 2017. A four episode radio play entitled, "Don't Whine Over Missing Robots" then transitioned to video with two webisodes staring Samantha Shovel and her pet Trowel with a zany cast of characters. There will be a Q&A with the artists before the World Premier of Parallel Pandemic. |
ArtReach St. Croix | 04/28/2019 | The Phipps Center for the Arts, Hudson |
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Our Creative Routes
Our Creative Routes Presented by Color Crossing at Color Crossing Apr 27 - Apr 28, 2019 Come visit our indoor studio sale featuring nine artists who exemplify the creative richness found in the St. Croix Valley. Our welcoming, well-lite space will provide a backdrop for the fiber arts, sculpture, jewelry, pottery, woodworking and paintings by Gloria Adrian, Nancy Gavin, Jeanne Friedell, Judy Larson, Barb Bend, Ben Sikorski, Greta Hammelman, Barb Oberton and Ingrid Bjerstedt Rogers. |
Color Crossing | 04/27/2019 - 04/28/2019 | Color Crossing, Roberts |
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Osceola Big Read Book Discussion - "Station Eleven"
Osceola Big Read Book Discussion - "Station Eleven" Presented by Osceola Public Library at Osceola Public Library Apr 29, 2019 Join the Osceola Public Library for a book discussion of Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel, part of the NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley. |
Osceola Public Library | 04/29/2019 | Osceola Public Library, 0 |
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Pulitzer Prize Winner Hedrick Smith at Stillwater Library
Pulitzer Prize Winner Hedrick Smith at Stillwater Library Presented by St. Croix Valley Alliance NOW at Stillwater Public Library Apr 29, 2019 Pulitzer Prize winner and Frontline correspondent Hedrick Smith will discuss his current book, “Who Stole the American Dream?” It is a probing historical analysis of the roots and causes of rising economic inequality in the US, and the polarized gridlock on Washington. He will share grassroots strategies that we can use to Reclaim the American Dream. Sponsored by St. Croix Valley Alliance NOW, American Promise, and MN Citizens for Clean Elections |
St. Croix Valley Alliance NOW | 04/29/2019 | Stillwater Public Library, Stillwater |
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Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime Presented by Stillwater Public Library at Stillwater Public Library Jan 15 - Apr 30, 2019 Join us at the Stillwater Public Library on Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. for Baby Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more to encourage the development of early literacy skills. For children birth to 24 months & caregivers. Program is free and no registration is necessary. |
Stillwater Public Library | 01/15/2019 - 04/30/2019 | Stillwater Public Library, Stillwater |
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UWRF Big Read Book Discussion - "Station Eleven"
UWRF Big Read Book Discussion - "Station Eleven" Presented by UWRF Chalmer Davee Library at UW - River Falls, Chalmer Davee Library Apr 30, 2019 Join the University of Wisconsin – River Falls library for a book discussion of Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel, part of the NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley. |
UWRF Chalmer Davee Library | 04/30/2019 | UW - River Falls, Chalmer Davee Library, River Falls |
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Resiliency during Climate Change: Your Land, Your Communities
Resiliency during Climate Change: Your Land, Your Communities Presented by East Metro Water Resource Education Program at Prairie Restorations Inc Apr 30, 2019 Climate data shows that our Minnesota winters have become substantially warmer, especially in northern Minnesota, and heavy rainstorms that can dump 6-10 inches of rain within a 24-hour period of time are becoming more frequent. These changes can have a dramatic impact on our economy and way of life, in addition to impacting wildlife and natural resources. During this presentation, Angie will share some of the actions local watershed districts and state agencies are taking to plan for extreme rainfall events. She will also talk about actions you can take to build resiliency on your own land, including managing woodlands for changing climate stressors and using drought tolerant species for lawns and gardens. |
East Metro Water Resource Education Program | 04/30/2019 | Prairie Restorations Inc, Scandia |
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Rivertown Inn First Friday Dinners
Rivertown Inn First Friday Dinners Presented by Rivertown Inn at Rivertown Inn Jan 04 - May 03, 2019 On the 1st Friday of each month, Chef Maggie creates a 4 course menu that takes guests on a culinary tour right here at the Inn. Inspired by different regions, each menu features fresh flavors and wine pairings. |
Rivertown Inn | 01/04/2019 - 05/03/2019 | Rivertown Inn, Stillwater |
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Preview Party for The Gift Gallery at ArtReach St. Croix
Preview Party for The Gift Gallery at ArtReach St. Croix Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix May 03, 2019 The Gift Gallery is a complementary space to the exhibitions at ArtReach St. Croix. Pop in to purchase the work of local artists any time of the year. Featuring pottery, jewelry, glass and other gift items. Join the artists for a reception and be among the first to see the new work. |
ArtReach St. Croix | 05/03/2019 | ArtReach St. Croix, Stillwater |
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Wildflower Walk
Wildflower Walk Presented by Lee & Rose Warner Nature Center at Lee and Rose Warner Nature Center May 04, 2019 The snow is gone, so it’s time to be on the lookout for spring ephemerals! Join us for a walk as we explore the early spring wildflowers and learn about where and when to start looking for them. Ages 8+ |
Lee & Rose Warner Nature Center | 05/04/2019 | Lee and Rose Warner Nature Center, Marine on Saint Croix |
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Big Brew Day at Lift Bridge Brewery
Big Brew Day at Lift Bridge Brewery May 04, 2019 Lift Bridge Brewing Co. is celebrating its fourth annual Big Brew Day on Saturday, May 4, 2019 from 12-6pm! Every year, the American Homebrewers Association holds the Big Brew to celebrate National Homebrew Day around the world! This event brings together homebrewers from all over to brew a batch of beer at the same time. Last year, over 17,000 individuals attended the event worldwide to celebrate. This year, Lift Bridge has set aside spots for 30 lucky homebrewers to brew alongside us. Please join us for an exciting day filled with food served by ODB'S Meat & Greet , educational brew talks (at 1pm & 3pm), and some tasty Lift Bridge beer! Take home some delicious wort of your own brewed by Mike Connelly, our Head Brewer. The beer recipe for this year will be for a Blonde Ale! Any homebrewers interested in signing up must reserve a spot through… |
05/04/2019 | Lift Bridge Brewing Co, Stillwater | |
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St. Croix Valley artOPENer Studio Tour
St. Croix Valley artOPENer Studio Tour Presented by artOPENer - the St. Croix Valley Studio Tour at Seasons on St. Croix Gallery May 03 - May 05, 2019 The annual artOPENer Studio Tour held each spring provides an outstanding opportunity to visit an eclectic mix of diverse artists’ studios nestled in the scenic St. Croix Valley. Featuring fine art and contemporary craft, this unique tour includes studios extending from Afton and Stillwater, Minnesota, to Hudson, Wisconsin. Visitors of all ages are invited to meet and share conversations with artists working in a variety of mediums including wood, painting, fibre, photography, pottery and sculpture. The artOPENer Studio Tour features artwork for sale as well as five fibre and clay demonstrations throughout the weekend. |
artOPENer - the St. Croix Valley Studio Tour | 05/03/2019 - 05/05/2019 | Seasons on St. Croix Gallery, Hudson |
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The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley, Jr.
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley, Jr. Presented by The Phipps Center for the Arts at The Phipps Center for the Arts Apr 26 - May 05, 2019 Book by Timothy A. McDonald Lyrics by Timothy A. McDonald, Jonathan K. Waller Music by David Weinstein, Jonathan K. Waller, Timothy A. McDonald, and Stephen Gabriel Based on the book Flat Stanley, by Jeff Brown Illustrations by Scott Nash This show tells the story of Stanley Lambchop, your ordinary, everyday, run-of-the-mill 10-year-old. He has a normal mom and dad, a normal little brother, and a normal life. That’s just the problem. For Stanley, life is too normal. He wants to travel the world, do something amazing, something no one has ever seen before. Be careful what you wish for, Stanley. |
The Phipps Center for the Arts | 04/26/2019 - 05/05/2019 | The Phipps Center for the Arts, Hudson |
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St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra Concert featuring Anthony Kearns
St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra Concert featuring Anthony Kearns Presented by St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra at Saint Patrick Church - Hudson May 05, 2019 The St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra, directed by Dr. Kristin Tjornehoj, leads guest artist Anthony Kearns in concert at St. Patrick's Church in Hudson, WI. Kearns is an internationally acclaimed soloist who charms audiences with his crooning voice and captivating personality. Mr. Kearns has performed in the most prestigious venues around the world, from Carnegie Hall to the Sydney Opera House. He has performed for three U.S. presidents and for Pope Francis at a pre-Mass Concert in Philadelphia. He took American television audience by storm in 1999 as a member of the wildly-popular PBS super-group, The Irish Tenors which he continues to tour with twice a year. The UWRF Community Choir will also sing on this concert with the St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra. There is a dinner with Mr. Kearns following the performance for donors who reserve space with Kris Tjornehoj prior to April 20. Call 715-410-7410 for further information. |
St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra | 05/05/2019 | Saint Patrick Church - Hudson, Hudson |
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Earth Arts Spring Tour
Earth Arts Spring Tour Presented by Polk County Tourism at St Croix Valley May 03 - May 05, 2019 Driving around on the first weekend in May each year, you’re bound to see these simple, distinctive Art Tour signs directing you to the various studios and galleries hosting our Earth Arts members. We hope you enjoy this fun event and the wonderful art that will be on display. |
Polk County Tourism | 05/03/2019 - 05/05/2019 | St Croix Valley, Stillwater |
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Stillwater NAPAC End of Year Celebration!
Stillwater NAPAC End of Year Celebration! Presented by Stillwater Native American Parent Advisory Committee at Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center at Sunfish Lake Park May 05, 2019 Join Stillwater NAPAC families as we sponsor our annual celebration of the success of our students and Native American Education Program in Stillwater Area Public Schools! By "learning about through learning among" during the 2018-2019 school year, we have brought authentic cultural teaching and learning to thousands of people in our community! Join us at this unique joint event of Stillwater NAPAC and Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center to help set up our tipi, participate in family-friendly activities, and share a late lunch! EVERYONE IS WELCOME FOR THIS FREE EVENT! |
Stillwater Native American Parent Advisory Committ... | 05/05/2019 | Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center at Sunfis..., Lake Elmo |
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Museum of Civilization at UW-River Falls
Museum of Civilization at UW-River Falls Presented by ArtReach St. Croix and UWRF Chalmer Davee Library at UW - River Falls, Chalmer Davee Library Apr 29 - May 06, 2019 On tour at area libraries in March and April, the Museum of Civilization is an interpretation of the one described in Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel, this year’s NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley book selection. The museum considers how memory can impact survival in a post-apocalyptic world. The more you remember, the more your miss from the civilization you knew. |
ArtReach St. Croix | 04/29/2019 - 05/06/2019 | UW - River Falls, Chalmer Davee Library, River Falls |
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Ladies Night Out on Main Street - May 9
Ladies Night Out on Main Street - May 9 Presented by Stillwater MainStreet IBA at Downtown Stillwater May 09, 2019 Gather your friends and head to Historic Main Street Stillwater for a fun evening! Start the evening at 5pm at DOWNTOWN DIVAS BOUTIQUE where you'll get your first drawing slip and a swag bag! Then shop and dine your way around downtown with your friends, all while collecting tickets for every $10 you spend at participating businesses. Drawing slips will be collected at the finale at TILTED TIKI and prizes will be drawn promptly at 8:30! You must be present to win at the finale, but many shops have drawings throughout downtown. Lots of chances for fun prizes and giveaways! Join us! |
Stillwater MainStreet IBA | 05/09/2019 | Downtown Stillwater, Stillwater |
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Author Austin Kleon
Author Austin Kleon Presented by River Falls Public Library at River Falls Library May 09, 2019 Austin Kleon is the New York Times bestselling author of three illustrated books: “Steal Like An Artist,” “Newspaper Blackout,” and “Show Your Work!” His latest release is “The Steal Like An Artist Journal: A Notebook For Creative Kleptomaniacs.” His work has been translated into over twenty languages and featured on NPR’s Morning Edition, PBS Newshour, and in The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. Sponsored by Chapter2Books in Hudson. |
River Falls Public Library | 05/09/2019 | River Falls Library, River Falls |
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Stillwater Second Saturday - Family Storytime
Stillwater Second Saturday - Family Storytime Presented by Stillwater Public Library at Stillwater Public Library Mar 09 - May 11, 2019 Join us at the Stillwater Public Library the second Saturday of each month from 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. to start your day off with Family Storytime. We'll share stories, songs, movement, and more designed to enhance your child's literacy skills. These are geared toward families with young children of all ages. Program is free and no registration is necessary. |
Stillwater Public Library | 03/09/2019 - 05/11/2019 | Stillwater Public Library, Stillwater |
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Comic Books: Parallel Universes
Comic Books: Parallel Universes Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix Apr 04 - May 11, 2019 Discover the cultural connections and modern mythology found in the combination of visual and textual storytelling in Comic Books: Parallel Universes. St. Croix Falls-based Shoop Sculptural Design brings popular comic book characters into a new dimension. In addition, independently published comic books by local artists are reminiscent of the “Dr. Eleven” comic books found in Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel, the 2019 book selection for NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley. |
ArtReach St. Croix | 04/04/2019 - 05/11/2019 | ArtReach St. Croix, Stillwater |
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Wisconsin Bird Hike
Wisconsin Bird Hike Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center Apr 13 - May 11, 2019 Join the St. Croix Valley Bird Club on a morning hike on our beautiful Wisconsin Campus. Learn to identify birds by sight and sound. |
Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center | 04/13/2019 - 05/11/2019 | Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center, Hastings |
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Tropical Wings Migration Celebration
Tropical Wings Migration Celebration Presented by Tropical Wings St. Croix River Flyway Bird Migration Celebration at Carpenter Nature Center - Wisconsin Campus May 11, 2019 Come to our WI Campus for a morning of birding. Welcome tent with refreshments and information on birds and habitat, kids activities, and hikes through the prairie. This event is part of the Tropical Wings St. Croix River Flyway Bird Migration Celebration. For more information please call, 651-437-4359. |
Tropical Wings St. Croix River Flyway Bird Migration Celebration | 05/11/2019 | Carpenter Nature Center - Wisconsin Campus, Hudson |
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Sawdust Savvy DIY Blanket Ladder Workshop
Sawdust Savvy DIY Blanket Ladder Workshop Presented by Sawdust Savvy at Sawdust Savvy May 11, 2019 Experience a Sawdust Savvy workshop, Minnesota's Original DIY Studio! Assemble (using power tools!) and stain your blanket ladder, and in 2 hours it will be ready to go home with you! Choose from the modern Industrial Blanket Ladder or the traditional Rustic Blanket Ladder. Visit our website at www.sawdustsavvy.com to view pictures of the available projects and our full calendar. Visit our website to register. Registration is required! |
Sawdust Savvy | 05/11/2019 | Sawdust Savvy, Stillwater |
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Birding Walk with Neil Skoog
Birding Walk with Neil Skoog Presented by Great River Road Visitor & Learning Center at Freedom Park at Great River Road Visitor & Learning Center at Freedom Park May 11, 2019 Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day on May 11th at Freedom Park with local birder Neil Skoog! We will take a morning bird walk around the blufftops of Prescott, WI, where the Mighty Mississippi River meets the Wild and Scenic St. Croix River in the heart of the Mississippi River Flyway. This guided walk happens during the peak of songbird migration, and will start at nearby St. Joseph Cemetery (down Monroe St. from Freedom Park). Immediately following the walk there will be a presentation about songbird migration at the Visitor Center. Learn about the importance of healthy local habitats for birds and wildlife, and how you can help our neotropical migratory birds. This event is for all ages and there will be a limited number of binoculars for rent. Neil Skoog is originally from Hudson, Wisconsin and has been a birder his entire life. He has a Bachelor of Science degree… |
Great River Road Visitor & Learning Center at Free... | 05/11/2019 | Great River Road Visitor & Learning Center at Free..., Prescott |
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Wine & Woof
Wine & Woof Presented by Northern Vineyards at Northern Vineyards May 11, 2019 This event is for humans and dogs alike. Enjoy a wine tasting with your furry friend by your side. Don't have a dog? No problem! Come and visit adoptable dogs in the winery brought in by No Dog Left Behind. You'll surely enjoy fundraising for a good cause while sipping on some delicious, Minnesotan wines! One dollar per tasting will be donated to NDLB & other donating options will be available in the winery during the event. After your tasting make sure to check out our upstairs patio that has a beautiful view over the St. Croix River! This is an all day event so feel free to stop in anytime during the hours listed on the event. No reservations required for parties of 5 or less. Stay tuned for more details! |
Northern Vineyards | 05/11/2019 | Northern Vineyards, Stillwater |
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St. Croix Valley Bird Migration Celebration
St. Croix Valley Bird Migration Celebration Presented by The Phipps Center for the Arts at The Phipps Center for the Arts May 10 - May 12, 2019 Bird Migration Celebration Reception at The Phipps Center for the Arts 1 09 Locust St, Hudson Friday, May 10 6:30 - 7:00 pm - Refreshments, silent auction, student art show, opportunities to interact with local education and conservation organizations, and live raptor meet & greet. 7:00 - 8:00 pm - Keynote presentation by the President of the Gaylord Nelson Audubon Society, Steve Betchkal. Presentation of habitat grant awards, and performance of an original song by RiverCrest Elementary students Youth Art Exhibition at Hudson Hospital 405 Stageline Rd, Hudson Saturday, May 11—Sunday, June 30 Enjoy student artwork developed around neotropical migratory birds that are shared between the St. Croix Watershed and the Osa Peninsula of Costa Rica. Students from both ends of this migration route have participated in creating artworks that represents a variety of bird species. This collection will be on display across from the hospital café beginning on May… |
The Phipps Center for the Arts | 05/10/2019 - 05/12/2019 | The Phipps Center for the Arts, Hudson |
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Mother's Day Jazz Brunch
Mother's Day Jazz Brunch at MARX Fusion Bistro and Wine Bar May 12, 2019 Marx Fusion Bistro is hosting a Mother's Day Jazz Brunch! Brunch from 10:30 am - 2:30 pm. Music begins at 11:00 am. There will be 2 seatings and reservations are required. |
05/12/2019 | MARX Fusion Bistro and Wine Bar, Stillwater | |
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St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour
St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour Presented by Guillermo Cuellar Pottery at Various Locations in the St. Croix Valley May 10 - May 12, 2019 Join us Mothers' Day weekend May 10,11,12 for the 27th Annual St Croix Valley Pottery Tour. The Tour is nationally recognized as a gathering of exceptional potters offering an exciting array of handmade ceramics. The work ranges from everyday functional to decorative. This year is shaping up to be truly spectacular as we bring together 63 potters from 17 states and England. We invite you to visit our studios, meet the potters and enjoy Midwestern hospitality. The studios are located less than a one hour drive north of Minneapolis and St. Paul on the Upper St Croix River Valley. Pick and chose the studios you want to visit or stop at all seven for the full experience. Host potters include Guillermo Cuellar, Richard Vincent, Ani Kasten, Janel Jacobson, Linda Christianson, Will Swanson, Jeff Oestreich, and Matt Krousey. Visit www.minnesotapotters.com for maps, a list of all the participating potters and much… |
Guillermo Cuellar Pottery | 05/10/2019 - 05/12/2019 | Various Locations in the St. Croix Valley, Shafer |
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Author Peter Kwong
Author Peter Kwong Presented by River Falls Public Library at River Falls Library May 14, 2019 Chef Kwong is a local cooking instructor, chef, and author. Join us for a sample of Kwong’s new book, “Wok & Roll,” and samples of his favorite dishes as he demonstrates some of his best recipes. |
River Falls Public Library | 05/14/2019 | River Falls Library, River Falls |
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The All-School Art Show
The All-School Art Show Presented by River Falls Public Library at River Falls Public Library Gallery Apr 15 - May 14, 2019 Celebrate the students from the River Falls School District in this annual exhibition of their artwork in the River Falls Public Library Gallery! River Falls Public Library Gallery 140 Union street (Library Lower Level) | Monday 1-8 pm; Tues-Fri 1-5 pm |
River Falls Public Library | 04/15/2019 - 05/14/2019 | River Falls Public Library Gallery, River Falls |
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Learn to Kayak Class
Learn to Kayak Class Presented by Wahoo Adventures and Stillwater Area Community Education at Lakeside Park in Bayport May 15, 2019 Kayaking – Try It You’ll Like It! Kick off summer with a paddle on a bay of the St. Croix River in kayaks. Find out why this is one of Minnesota’s fastest growing outdoor adventures. Here is your chance to get close to nature, get some exercise, and learn how relaxing paddling can be. You will learn how to paddle correctly, get in and out of a kayak easily and safely, and how to pack for a day on the water. We will have both double and single kayaks available. Life vests are provided. Wear shoes that can get wet and dress in layers for time on the water. Limit of 20 people. |
Wahoo Adventures | 05/15/2019 | Lakeside Park in Bayport, Bayport |
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Creating a Writing Life
Creating a Writing Life Presented by Creative Writing Class at ArtReach St. Croix Mar 28 - May 16, 2019 This class is taught by Elissa Cottle of Stillwater, Master of Fine Arts in Writing. Elissa is a published poet, professional writer and editor, and is in her 15th year teaching creative writing. Students enjoy weekly writing and reading assignments, helpful feedback and encouragement, and a supportive community of writers. Class size is limited to 12 students. |
Creative Writing Class | 03/28/2019 - 05/16/2019 | ArtReach St. Croix, Stillwater |
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Opening Party for "Rhythm" Exhibition
Opening Party for "Rhythm" Exhibition Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix May 16, 2019 Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments at the opening party for "Rhythm" at ArtReach St. Croix. A sense of movement, a visual story traveling to another place, time or perspective - that's rhythm. In this exhibition you’ll experience art created by David Browne, Christy Dickinson and Molly Uravitch conveying a sense of rhythm, but also whimsy and spontaneity. |
ArtReach St. Croix | 05/16/2019 | ArtReach St. Croix, Stillwater |
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Honky Tonk Laundry
Honky Tonk Laundry Presented by St. Croix Off Broadway Dinner Theatre at St. Croix Off Broadway Dinner Theatre Mar 08 - May 18, 2019 Move over, Thelma and Louise! When Lana Mae Hopkins, owner and proprietress of the Wishy Washy Washateria, hires Katie to help out in the laundromat, they soon find themselves up to their elbows in soap, suds, and cheatin’ hearts. Watch these two country angels join forces to turn their good ol’ laundromat into a bootscootin’ honky-tonk, exacting a touch of revenge against those that done ’em wrong, all while guaranteeing every customer a good, clean time! Take a ride to Nashville heaven in this musical from Roger Bean (The Marvelous Wonderettesand Life Could Be A Dream). Honky Tonk Laundry features the music of Carrie Underwood, Trisha Yearwood, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Sara Evans, The Dixie Chicks, Chely Wright, Dolly Parton, Pam Tillis, Gretchen Wilson, Terri Cark, Tammy Wynette, Loretta Lynn, and Patsy Cline! Watch out now ’cuz we might do some yodelin’, too. |
St. Croix Off Broadway Dinner Theatre | 03/08/2019 - 05/18/2019 | St. Croix Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, Hudson |
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13th Annual Brewers & Bourbon Bazaar
13th Annual Brewers & Bourbon Bazaar Presented by Stillwater Sunrise Rotary Club at St. Croix Boat & Packet Co May 18, 2019 This is Stillwater's original beer tasting event and this year we're adding a few spirits to the menu. We believe this to be one of the best in the Twin Cities and attendees and brewers agree. It was started and is hosted by the members of the Stillwater Sunrise Rotary Club as a way to raise money for our many service projects. We'll once again be aboard the Avalon Riverboat overlooking the beautiful St. Croix River in historic downtown Stillwater on Saturday, May 18th. The boat does not leave the dock during the event giving attendees flexibility to come and go as they need. Your ticket gets you 4 hours to sample some of the best and newest regional beers and spirits poured directly from the brewers. In addition, you get a commemorative pilsner glass, a food item and delicious cheese by the Bass Lake Cheese Factory. Participants love the… |
Stillwater Sunrise Rotary Club | 05/18/2019 | St. Croix Boat & Packet Co, Stillwater |
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Spring Wildflower Walk
Spring Wildflower Walk Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center May 18, 2019 Join retired DNR Naturalist Jyneen Thatcher on a hike through our scenic trails looking for woodland spring ephemeral wildflowers. Dress for the weather and comfy walking shoes. |
Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center | 05/18/2019 | Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center, Hastings |
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Spring Bird Banding
Spring Bird Banding Presented by Lee & Rose Warner Nature Center at Lee and Rose Warner Nature Center May 18, 2019 Warner Nature Center has been banding songbirds for over 50 years. Join us for a morning of identifying and tagging birds as they migrate through or stay here to nest. We will go for a hike if weather does not permit banding. Ages 4+ |
Lee & Rose Warner Nature Center | 05/18/2019 | Lee and Rose Warner Nature Center, Marine on Saint Croix |
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When Writing Meets Art
When Writing Meets Art Presented by Creating a Writing Life and Stillwater Zephyr Theatre at Stillwater Zephyr Theatre May 19, 2019 Ten selected writers will read their work in poetry, memoir and fiction. Kate Lynn Hibbard will read from Simples, by Howling Bird Press, the most recent of her three published collections of poetry. Winner of the publisher's 2018 Poetry Prize, Simples examines the lives of settlers and indigenous women against the backdrop of the Great Plains, with close attention to flora and fauna as well as the goods and materials of daily life. Laura Scott and Elissa Cottle will both read from the 2019 memoir, The Victory Daughter. Elissa was honored to turn Laura's story of gratitude and courage into a memoir that begins when she was born so tiny it was unlikely she would live. Laura not only survived but thrived beyond expectations, yet is haunted by the childbirth tragedies of her two siblings before her, and is jolted by subsequent losses. Also featured are these emerging St. Croix Valley writers: Emmett Carolan, Klay… |
Creating a Writing Life | 05/19/2019 | Stillwater Zephyr Theatre, Stillwater |
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Stillwater LEGO Build
Stillwater LEGO Build Presented by Stillwater Public Library at Stillwater Public Library Apr 16 - May 21, 2019 Join us at the Stillwater Public Library on the third Tuesday in April and May for LEGO Build. Come to the library and attempt some LEGO challenges! Creations will be on display in the stairwell glass display case. You can also play with our 2 newly donated Laser Peg sets! Program is free and no registration required. |
Stillwater Public Library | 04/16/2019 - 05/21/2019 | Stillwater Public Library, Stillwater |
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Art Cart
Art Cart Presented by Stillwater Public Library at Stillwater Public Library Feb 13 - May 22, 2019 Join us at the Stillwater Public Library on Wednesdays from 3:00-7:30 p.m. for Art Cart. In addition to being fun, making things with your hands benefits child development, especially fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Each week, we'll provide supplies and a suggested project that you can make with your child. There will also be coloring sheets. This self paced activity for you to enjoy with your child(ren) will be set up in the storytime room. Program is free and no registration required. |
Stillwater Public Library | 02/13/2019 - 05/22/2019 | Stillwater Public Library, Stillwater |
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Stillwater Half Marathon
Stillwater Half Marathon Presented by Run Stillwater at Pioneer Park May 25, 2019 This picturesque Half Marathon course takes its participants along the beautiful Gateway Trail for the first eight miles and through the streets of scenic residential Stillwater, Minnesota. The 10K route follows the last 6.2 miles of the Half Marathon course and the 5K course begins at Browns Creek Park. All three races share a common finish line at scenic Pioneer Park overlooking downtown Stillwater, the historic Stillwater Lift Bridge and the new St. Croix Crossing bridge. Registration required at runstillwater.com! |
Run Stillwater | 05/25/2019 | Pioneer Park, Stillwater |
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Woodsy Women Kayak Paddle
Woodsy Women Kayak Paddle Presented by Lee & Rose Warner Nature Center at Lee and Rose Warner Nature Center May 25, 2019 Let’s enjoy a morning paddle together on Warner’s beautiful lakes. Participants will need to be physically able to get into and out of a sit-on-top kayak independently. Sit-on-top kayaks are very stable, fun, and easy-to-use. |
Lee & Rose Warner Nature Center | 05/25/2019 | Lee and Rose Warner Nature Center, Marine on Saint Croix |
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Sawdust Savvy DIY Workshop
Sawdust Savvy DIY Workshop Presented by Sawdust Savvy at Sawdust Savvy May 04 - May 25, 2019 Experience a Sawdust Savvy workshop, Minnesota's Original DIY Studio! Pick from hundreds of project options in our instructor-led workshops. Assemble (using power tools!), stain and paint your custom creation, and in just 3 hours it will be ready to go home with you! Projects include planked signs/pallet signs, wood & metal signs, decorative boxes, blanket ladders, decorative serving trays and more! Visit our website at www.sawdustsavvy.com to view pictures of the available projects and our full calendar. Registration is required! |
Sawdust Savvy | 05/04/2019 - 05/25/2019 | Sawdust Savvy, Stillwater |
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Winemaker's Barrel Tasting
Winemaker's Barrel Tasting Presented by Saint Croix Vineyards at Saint Croix Vineyards May 25 - May 26, 2019 Meet the winemaker! With each paid wine tasting from noon until 5pm we offer samples from the barrel! |
Saint Croix Vineyards | 05/25/2019 - 05/26/2019 | Saint Croix Vineyards, Stillwater |
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Immigrant for a Day
Immigrant for a Day Presented by Gammelgården Museum at Gammelgården Museum May 26, 2019 On Sunday, May 26, 2019, from 1-4pm, as part of annual Minnesota Museums Month, the Gammelgarden opens for FREE each of the five historic and fully furnished buildings allowing visitors to participate in the work and play as residents of this small farm did in the late 1800's. You may be hauling water, packing your trunk for America, making butter, doing laundry and playing games at “recess” in the new school yard. Come dressed in period costume to add to your experience. |
Gammelgården Museum | 05/26/2019 | Gammelgården Museum, Scandia |