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Sunset Stand-Up Paddleboarding
Sunset Stand-Up Paddleboarding Presented by Washington County Parks at Square Lake Park Jul 07, 2020 In this-75 minute class, the group will start at the boat launch to be fitted for equipment and have a brief introduction to SUP. The group will head out into the sunset, across the lake for a guided paddle. Individual classes are $35 per person per class. All vehicles require a permit to the park ($7/ daily or $30/ annual). All equipment and instructions are provided. Click on the date to register. Space is limited, registration is required prior to class. |
Washington County Parks | 07/07/2020 | Square Lake Park, Stillwater |
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Zoom Into a Summer Writing Class for Adults
Zoom Into a Summer Writing Class for Adults Presented by Creating a Writing Life at Online/Virtual Space May 21 - Jul 09, 2020 Enjoy weekly reading and writing assignments, encouragement, helpful feedback and a supportive community of writers. INSTRUCTOR: Elissa Cottle, Master of Fine Arts in Writing Elissa is a published poet, and professional writer and editor for individuals, businesses and nonprofits. She lives in Stillwater and this is her 16th year teaching Creating a Writing Life. |
Creating a Writing Life | 05/21/2020 - 07/09/2020 | Online/Virtual Space, 0 |
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Members Show Opening Party
Members Show Opening Party Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix Jul 09, 2020 Ten years ago, ArtReach St. Croix hosted the first exhibition in the gallery at 4th & Mulberry. This year's Members Show marks our 10th anniversary of presenting group exhibitions. Stop by this summer to celebrate ArtReach's "TEN-acious" decade. Opening Party: Thursday, July 9 at 6-9pm / weather permitting *Rain date: Friday, July 10 at 6-9pm Registration requested to spread out arrival times - http://www.artreachstcroix.org In order to safely enjoy the show we require visitors to wear a mask, practice social distancing while in the gallery and limit the number of guests in the gallery to ten at a time. Best in Show, Visual Arts Committee and Audience Award* to be announced online and marked in gallery. *Sponsored by Cummins & Bonestroo Law Office and announced at August 15 Closing Party. MODIFIED GALLERY HOURS: Wednesday-Saturday, 12-4pm |
ArtReach St. Croix | 07/09/2020 | ArtReach St. Croix, Stillwater |
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Bird Hike at Pine Point Regional Park
Bird Hike at Pine Point Regional Park Presented by Washington County Parks at Pine Point Regional Park Jul 11, 2020 Take part in a guided bird hike at Washington County Parks and join the ranks of the 47 million birders in the United States. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced birder, these hikes are a great way to get outdoors, listen to the sounds of nature, and learn to identify the birds that call the St. Croix Valley home. Participants also have the opportunity to contribute to citizen science data collection by completing bird count surveys with your guide. The surveys collected will assist our Natural Resources team and related work in conjunction with the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Fund grant. Remember to dress for the weather. We recommend bringing your binoculars and a water bottle. Other recommended items include sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, hiking or tennis shoes, bug spray and snacks. For all ages; children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All bird hikes occur 9 - 10:30 a.m.… |
Washington County Parks | 07/11/2020 | Pine Point Regional Park, Stillwater |
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Music @ Franconia: Matt Hannah, King Wilkie's Dream, Pleasure Horse
Music @ Franconia: Matt Hannah, King Wilkie's Dream, Pleasure Horse Presented by Franconia Sculpture Park at Franconia Sculpture Park Jul 11, 2020 Saturday, July 11, 2020, 2pm-6pm Food and drink available | Parking $5 ** Franconia Sculpture Park is committed to remaining open as an oasis for our visitors during this difficult time. In an effort to maintain social distancing guidelines we're asking our patrons to register in advance for all 2020 events. Thank you for your cooperation! Register here: https://bit.ly/2MiOwGt 2:30-3:15: Matt Hannah is a Minneapolis-based folk Americana singer-songwriter. His music has been heard on KCMP The Current and radio stations throughout the country. His album Dreamland was called “not only original…but inspired” by the Star Tribune and City Pages. 3:30-4:30: King Wilkie’s Dream is a Minnesota bluegrass band that has a wonderful energy and unique ability to engage a crowd. Bluegrass, blues, swing, Americana, country, tin pan alley, and a little pop are all represented in their music, which entertains in a way that transcends generations and connects with audiences.… |
Franconia Sculpture Park | 07/11/2020 | Franconia Sculpture Park, Franconia |
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CANCELLED: Wine Meets Art Festival
CANCELLED: Wine Meets Art Festival Presented by Saint Croix Vineyards at Saint Croix Vineyards Jul 11 - Jul 12, 2020 Wine Meets Art Festival July 11th and 12th at Saint Croix Vineyards! Art show at the winery! Enjoy a day of local art, local award winning wines and local food. All paired with wonderful music! Enjoy interacting with top local artists as you stroll through the art show. Free Admission, live music, food trucks and over 20 artists and vendors! |
Saint Croix Vineyards | 07/11/2020 - 07/12/2020 | Saint Croix Vineyards, Stillwater |
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Become a Pest Detective
Become a Pest Detective Presented by River Market Co-op at Online/Virtual Space Jul 13, 2020 Knowing if you have a good bug and a bad bug, or a serious plant disease and a cosmetic one makes all the difference in a garden. Instructor: Ramsey County Master Gardener Cost: $5/free for co-op owners This class will be offered online via Zoom app so you won't have to leave your house. You can register for any of the online classes on River Market website: http://www.rivermarket.coop/news/classes/ After registration, an email link to join this presentation through Zoom will be emailed to you as well as a handout that we will be using in the class. |
River Market Co-op | 07/13/2020 | Online/Virtual Space, 0 |
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Facebook LIVE Franconia Dinner and Discussion: Don Edler
Facebook LIVE Franconia Dinner and Discussion: Don Edler Presented by Franconia Sculpture Park at Online/Virtual Space Jul 14, 2020 Franconia Dinner & Discussion, Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 6pm with 2020 Fellow Don Edler Attend via Facebook LIVE ONLY, please! Artists give a one-hour presentation, followed by dinner and a community dialogue about the work. Suggested donation of $10. **In an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19, this Dinner & Discussion will be held via Facebook Live. Please join us from the comfort of your own home and send your questions for Don through Facebook Live! Don Edler is a Los Angeles-based artist who has been developing a body of sculptural works concerned with the evolution of human-made images, and their relationship to information, visual noise, and language. Influenced by Neolithic pictographs found inscribed on altars, Edler’s carved tablets incorporate a combination of handmade marks, urban detritus, casting, and improvised processes to create large narrative tableaux. Informed by various current political conversations such as biopolitics and climate change,… |
Franconia Sculpture Park | 07/14/2020 | Online/Virtual Space, 0 |
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CANCELLED: Community Ice Cream Social - Lumberjack Days Kick-Off
CANCELLED: Community Ice Cream Social - Lumberjack Days Kick-Off Presented by Washington County Historic Courthouse and Washington County Parks at Washington County Historic Courthouse Jul 16, 2020 Held outdoors on the grounds of the Historic Courthouse, the Ice Cream Social is a perennial community favorite and the official kick-off to Stillwater’s Lumberjack Days. Featured fun includes: ◦Live music ◦Children’s games and activities ◦ Fantasy Corral petting zoo ◦Historic medallion button sales and the first medallion clue reading ◦History Exhibits, 1900's County Jail Tours ◦Old-fashioned candy booth ◦50-cent root beer floats, Brats / hot dogs, chips, etc. available for purchase. Proceeds from the root beer floats, candy booth and Historic Courthouse merchandise go towards the Historic Courthouse Restoration Fund. The ice cream social is FREE and open to the public. Bring a blanket and enjoy live music on the lawn. In the event of rain, the event will adapt and move indoors. In the event of inclement weather, the Ice Cream Social will be cancelled. |
Washington County Historic Courthouse | 07/16/2020 | Washington County Historic Courthouse, Stillwater |
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Gardening Diagnostic Clinic
Gardening Diagnostic Clinic Presented by River Market Co-op at Online/Virtual Space Jul 16, 2020 These U of M Extension volunteers can help you identify plants and insects, solve problems with pests or plant diseases, or provide garden advice using research-based best practices from the University of MN. Come prepared by reviewing the Problem ID Forms found on their website and taking pictures of the plant or problem in question. Instructor: Ramsey County Master Gardener Cost: $5/free for co-op owners This class will be offered online via Zoom app so you won't have to leave your house. You can register for any of the online classes on River Market website: http://www.rivermarket.coop/news/classes/ After registration, an email link to join this presentation through Zoom will be emailed to you as well as a handout that we will be using in the class. |
River Market Co-op | 07/16/2020 | Online/Virtual Space, 0 |
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CANCELLED: St. Croix Vintage Baseball Exhibition
CANCELLED: St. Croix Vintage Baseball Exhibition Presented by Washington County Historical Society at Old Athletic Field Jul 18, 2020 The Washington County Historical Society's vintage base ball club, the St. Croixs, wear 1860s uniforms and play by 1860s rules. They are unique in bringing a piece of the past to the present for people to view. During Stillwater's Lumberjack Days, the St. Croixs will host a vintage base ball exhibition with the Quicksteps, Northfield, Blue Caps, Afton Red Socks and Rum River. |
Washington County Historical Society | 07/18/2020 | Old Athletic Field, Stillwater |
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Film @ Franconia: Fantastic Fungi and Fly Amanita
Film @ Franconia: Fantastic Fungi and Fly Amanita Presented by Franconia Sculpture Park at Franconia Sculpture Park Jul 18, 2020 Film @ Franconia Saturday, July 18, 2020 Featuring Fantastic Fungi and Fly Amanita ** Franconia Sculpture Park is committed to remaining open as an oasis for our visitors during this difficult time. In an effort to maintain social distancing guidelines we're asking our patrons to register in advance for all 2020 events. Thank you for your cooperation! Register here: https://bit.ly/2MiOwGt *During the COVID-19 pandemic Franconia will ensure safe social distancing at all events and requests that patrons wear masks. Fantastic Fungi is a descriptive time-lapse journey about the magical, mysterious and medicinal world of fungi and their power to heal, sustain and contribute to the regeneration of life on Earth that began 3.5 billion years ago. 81 minutes Fly Amanita by David Fenster: The thoughts of an Amanita muscaria (also known as Fly Agaric or Fly Amanita) mushroom on his species' relationship with humans. 4 minutes This activity is funded… |
Franconia Sculpture Park | 07/18/2020 | Franconia Sculpture Park, Franconia |
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CANCELLED: Stillwater Lumberjack Days 2020
CANCELLED: Stillwater Lumberjack Days 2020 Presented by The Locals and Discover Stillwater at Downtown Stillwater Jul 15 - Jul 19, 2020 Stillwater Lumberjack Days is a celebration of the people, history and environs of the birthplace of Minnesota. Experience a spectrum of events in Stillwater. Please see: http://lumberjackdays.com/schedules/full-schedule/ for times and locations of the following activities: Wednesday: Kick Off Cruise on the St. Croix River Thursday: Ice Cream Social Historic Court House - Downhill Derby Awards - Reading of 1st Medallion Hunt Clue Friday: Downhill Derby - Vendor Market - Magic Bounce Inflables - Lumberjack Shows - Live Music - Beer Garden - K-9 Demonstrations - Fly Fishing Demonstrations - All Ages Game and Activities - Minnow Races - Mini Log Rolling - Gondola & Pontoon Rides - Axe Throwing - Mini Golf - Community Boosters Game Tent - Bingo in the Park - Reading of 2nd Medallion Hunt Clue - Helicopter Rides - Petting Zoo Saturday: 5k/10k Run - Pancake Breakfast - Chef's Competition - Yoga in the Park - Little… |
The Locals | 07/15/2020 - 07/19/2020 | Downtown Stillwater, Stillwater |
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Canceled Until Further Notice: Mystery Book Club
Canceled Until Further Notice: Mystery Book Club Presented by Stillwater Public Library at Stillwater Public Library Jan 29 - Jul 22, 2020 Update: Stillwater Public Library is committed to the health and safety of our community and our staff. To do our part in helping prevent the spread of COVID-19 and in accordance with other Stillwater City Departments, the library will be closed until further notice. All programs, meetings, and events at the library are also canceled. We will be monitoring the situation closely and will update our response plans as needed to align with public health guidelines. Thank you for your understanding. Join us at Stillwater Public Library on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30 PM in February through November for our popular mystery readers club, the Mystery Book Club. (Note: January's meeting is on the 5th Wednesday.) Group members read individual titles of their choice based on the theme, setting, or topic selected by the group at the end of each meeting. All mystery enthusiasts are welcome. |
Stillwater Public Library | 01/29/2020 - 07/22/2020 | Stillwater Public Library, Stillwater |
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RESCHEDULED - Art-On-Tour Exhibition in the library
RESCHEDULED - Art-On-Tour Exhibition in the library Presented by Wilberg Memorial Public Library of Osceola and St. Croix Watershed Research Station at Osceola Public Library Jul 13 - Jul 24, 2020 Visit Science Museum of Minnesota’s St. Croix Watershed Research Station’s Art-On-Tour to examine science and nature from an artist’s perspective. This traveling exhibition includes work from Artist at Pine Needles alumni and a St. Croix River gunpowder mapping project by former Research Station fellow, Hailey Sauer. This event is offered as part of ArtReach St. Croix’s NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley. NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. In April 2020, we are encouraging everyone to read LAB GIRL, by Hope Jahren and join St. Croix Valley neighbors in a month of programs and activities related to themes found in the book. More information at https://www.valleyreads.org. |
Wilberg Memorial Public Library of Osceola | 07/13/2020 - 07/24/2020 | Osceola Public Library, 0 |
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CANCELLED: St. Croix Crossing Half Marathon
CANCELLED: St. Croix Crossing Half Marathon Presented by Run Stillwater at Downtown Stillwater Jul 25, 2020 This Half Marathon crosses the St. Croix River over the beautiful St. Croix Crossing bridge, which opened in 2017. Running through scenic, tree lined roads and past picturesque farms in rural Wisconsin, the course opens up as runners take in the vistas of the river and the valley as they cross the new bridge in this soon-to-be classic event. |
Run Stillwater | 07/25/2020 | Downtown Stillwater, Stillwater |
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New Perspectives - Same Place
New Perspectives - Same Place Presented by Stillwater Art Guild Gallery at Stillwater Art Guild Gallery and Virtual Jun 27 - Jul 25, 2020 Being sequestered during the past two months has allowed us all to become more introspective. The seriousness of this experience has brought many changes to us, including new perspectives, as the world changes around us in ways we never dreamed of. As reflected through the art created during this time, "New Perspectives - Same Place" allows the viewer to see the thoughts and ideas that have emerged from artists - on canvas, captured by camera, in carvings and sculpture, in pieces of work on lathes, and woven in fabrics. Written expressions that accompany each piece will further elucidate the thoughts of the artist during their creation process. This one month show begins June 27th and can be seen in person at the Art Guild Gallery, as well as virtually on our Website, Facebook and Instagram. There will be no reception. |
Stillwater Art Guild Gallery | 06/27/2020 - 07/25/2020 | Stillwater Art Guild Gallery and Virtual, Stillwater |
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Family Fishing at Square Lake Park
Family Fishing at Square Lake Park Presented by Washington County Parks at Square Lake Park Jul 25, 2020 Learn how to set up a rod, put bait on the hook, cast like a pro, take fish off the hook and learn about different kinds of fish and different ways to catch them! Bait / Flies, tackle, and fishing rods will all be provided. Valid MN fishing license required for ages 16+. Program is FREE and reservations are required! Meet at the Fishing Pier - Capacity 8 people |
Washington County Parks | 07/25/2020 | Square Lake Park, Stillwater |
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St. Croix RiverFest
St. Croix RiverFest Presented by St. Croix RiverFest at St. Croix River Jul 21 - Jul 25, 2020 RiverFest “A Party with a Purpose” is designed to inspire people of all ages to get out and celebrate the St. Croix River while recognizing the need to preserve and protect the river’s health and beauty. Starting on Tuesday, July 21st, with the riverfront clean-up (with social distancing being observed). As with Past years, Scrappy the RiverFest mascot will be "dressed" in the trash collected during the river clean-up. A variety of virtual programs are planned including: Carpenter Nature Center with Animals of the St. Croix, the Toonies ENVIRO-FUN puppet show, storytime at the library, backyard foraging, and much more. Visit stcroixriverfest.org or RiverFest Facebook page for event details a complete listing of virtual programing. |
St. Croix RiverFest | 07/21/2020 - 07/25/2020 | St. Croix River, Stillwater |
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The online Pop-up Shop
The online Pop-up Shop Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix Jul 16 - Jul 26, 2020 Eighteen St. Croix Valley artists are feaured in the first-ever online Pop-up shop from ArtReach St. Croix. In the same spirit as our Holiday Pop-up Shop, ArtReach is building an outlet for artists who have been impacted by canceled art fairs and exhibition. The online shop will go live at 10am on July 16 and be available through July 26. |
ArtReach St. Croix | 07/16/2020 - 07/26/2020 | ArtReach St. Croix, Stillwater |
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Opera on the River
Opera on the River Presented by Operatunity Theatre at Online/Virtual Space Aug 01, 2020 “Opera on the ‘Virtual’ River” will be live-streamed on select social media platforms on Saturday,August 1, 2020, at 7 pm. More information will be on our website www.operatunitytheatre.org and on our social media. "Opera on the River" comes directly from Operatunity Theatre with support from the Discover Stillwater Convention and Visitor's Bureau, the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce, and the Main Street Stillwater Independent Business Alliance. |
Operatunity Theatre | 08/01/2020 | Online/Virtual Space, 0 |
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Stan Tekiela presents: Intriguing Owls
Stan Tekiela presents: Intriguing Owls Presented by Interstate Park - WI at Interstate State Park - Wisconsin Aug 01, 2020 For more than 30 years, Stan has traveled across the country studying and photographing owls. In this special presentation, you will learn just how well owls see in the dark—and learn about their amazing hearing abilities. Stan will also be signing books following the presentation, so make sure to pick up one of his many books from our park Gift Shop! |
Interstate Park - WI | 08/01/2020 | Interstate State Park - Wisconsin, Saint Croix Falls |
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Film @ Franconia: Liquid Sky
Film @ Franconia: Liquid Sky Presented by Franconia Sculpture Park at Franconia Sculpture Park Aug 01, 2020 Film @ Franconia Saturday, August 1, 2020 Featuring: Liquid Sky ** Franconia Sculpture Park is committed to remaining open as an oasis for our visitors during this difficult time. In an effort to maintain social distancing guidelines we're asking our patrons to register in advance for all 2020 events. Thank you for your cooperation! Register here: https://bit.ly/2MiOwGt During the COVID-19 pandemic Franconia will ensure safe social distancing at all events and requests that patrons wear masks. Liquid Sky is a heady mixture of high style, deadpan wit, and tabloid fantasy, the film brings together No Wave subculture and science-fiction gimmickry in an alien-on-alien configuration drenched with garish smears of neon, dayglo, psychedelia, and sunset. A space junkie, roughly the size of a jumbo shrimp, roams the cosmos in a dish-sized UFO, searching for heroin or a chemical surrogate produced in the human brain during orgasm. He/she/they finds a mother lode… |
Franconia Sculpture Park | 08/01/2020 | Franconia Sculpture Park, Franconia |
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Franconia Art and Farmers Market
Franconia Art and Farmers Market Presented by Franconia Sculpture Park at Franconia Sculpture Park Aug 02, 2020 The first Sunday of each month, May-October from 10am-2pm, local farmers and artists will come together to provide a variety of fresh produce and handmade crafts to our nearly 150,000 annual visitors. Each event is a fun way for people to connect directly with the local farmers and artists in the St. Croix River Valley. Franconia Sculpture Park is committed to remaining open as an oasis for our visitors during this difficult time. In an effort to maintain social distancing guidelines we’re asking our patrons to register in advance for all 2020 events. Thank you for your cooperation! Register here: https://www.franconia.org/events-programs/ |
Franconia Sculpture Park | 08/02/2020 | Franconia Sculpture Park, Franconia |
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Food Truck Extravaganza 2020
Food Truck Extravaganza 2020 Presented by Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce at Washington County Fairgrounds Aug 08, 2020 COME HUNGRY! The very popular Food Truck Extravaganza community event takes another bite out of Stillwater when it returns on August 8, 2020, at the Washington County Fairgrounds, to accomodate this growing event and new this year, a Beer & Wine Tent! Family friendly, outdoor entertaining event includes: >Over 30 food trucks >Beer and Wine Tent >An expanded Marketplace and Business Avenue >Live Music >Kid's Activities Saturday, August 8, 2020 11:00 am – 8:00 pm Location! Washington County Fair Grounds Beer and Wine tent! $1.00 entry fee per person (under age 3 free) to support a SAHS student scholarship. SO MUCH MORE THAN FOOD, COME FOR THE FUN! |
Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce | 08/08/2020 | Washington County Fairgrounds, Lake Elmo |
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CANCELLED: Gopher to Badger Half Marathon
CANCELLED: Gopher to Badger Half Marathon Presented by Run Stillwater at Washington County Fairgrounds Aug 08, 2020 Represent your state in this epic showdown! Starting in the Stillwater, Minnesota area and finishing in Hudson, Wisconsin, runners cross the I-94 bridge over the St. Croix River, and battle for the lead and the honor of bringing home the win for their state. This race has been taking place annually since 1997! Come for the spirit of friendly competition. Stay for the food and festivities in Hudson after the race. |
Run Stillwater | 08/08/2020 | Washington County Fairgrounds, Stillwater |
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Cancelled--Shakespeare in the Park
Cancelled--Shakespeare in the Park Presented by Interstate Park - WI at Interstate State Park - Wisconsin Aug 08, 2020 The Summit Players are a traveling theatre company who present short, fun, accessible and free Shakespeare workshops and performances to audiences around the state. Prior to the performance, company members will lead a 45-minute children's workshop where you can play games, work with text, and explore the natural world through the lens of Shakespeare's words. |
Interstate Park - WI | 08/08/2020 | Interstate State Park - Wisconsin, Saint Croix Falls |
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Stomp Out Suicide 5K
Stomp Out Suicide 5K Presented by Canvas Health at Goodview Park Aug 15, 2020 This Stomp Out Suicide 5K fun run and walk is a meaningful way for families and individuals to connect with resources, raise funds, and be a part of a supportive community. The day is filled with fun activities including facepainting, food trucks, live music, sign making, and more. Participants are encouraged to honor their loved ones with photos, t-shirts, and messages. |
Canvas Health | 08/15/2020 | Goodview Park, Wyoming |
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10th Anniversary Members Show
10th Anniversary Members Show Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix Jul 09 - Aug 15, 2020 Celebrate the talent of of artists who live and work in the St. Croix Valley. Ten years ago, ArtReach St. Croix hosted the first exhibition in the gallery at 4th & Mulberry. Stop by this summer to celebrate ArtReach's "TEN-acious" decade. In order to safely enjoy the show we require visitors to wear a mask, practice social distancing while in the gallery and limit the number of guests in the gallery to ten at a time. Best in Show, Visual Arts Committee and Audience Award* to be announced online and marked in gallery. *Sponsored by Cummins & Bonestroo Law Office and announced at August 15 Closing Party. Opening Party: Thursday, July 9 at 6-9pm / weather permitting *Rain date: Friday, July 10 at 6-9pm |
ArtReach St. Croix | 07/09/2020 - 08/15/2020 | ArtReach St. Croix, Stillwater |
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Music in the Trees 2-Day Festival
Music in the Trees 2-Day Festival Presented by Belwin Conservancy at Belwin Conservancy Aug 15 - Aug 16, 2020 Wander through a red pine forest as musicians play from tree stands. Fully accessible performance by Center for Hmong Arts and Talent (CHAT) at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 16. Full schedule will be posted closer to the event dates. |
Belwin Conservancy | 08/15/2020 - 08/16/2020 | Belwin Conservancy, Afton |
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Toast Taste & Paddle
Toast Taste & Paddle Presented by Wahoo! Adventures at Saint Croix Vineyards Aug 16, 2020 Your day starts at Saint Croix Vineyards for breakfast and winery tours. Off to Arcola Mills for a scenic backwaters tour of the St Croix River. Back on shore, we will enjoy a river view lunch while sampling wines and ciders. Arcola Mills will be providing historic home tours as well. We are close to Stillwater, but you will feel a million miles away from civilization. All gear, food, wines, ciders, guided tours, and dessert. (Due to COVID-19, van transport will become a "follow the leader" drive our own cars to Arcola Mills.) |
Wahoo! Adventures | 08/16/2020 | Saint Croix Vineyards, Stillwater |
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RESCHEDULED - Opening Party for "Specimens: art, science and the human condition
RESCHEDULED - Opening Party for "Specimens: art, science and the human condition Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix Aug 20, 2020 Meet the artists at the opening party and kick-off for NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley. Specimens reflects the themes of Minnesota-native, author and paleobiologist Hope Jahren’s memoir LAB GIRL. The exhibition brings together the work of ceramic sculptor Jenn Angell and the embroidered botanical illustrations of Karen Gustafson. Angell’s work is self-reflective and preserves emotions and traumas the way a scientist preserves a specimen. Gustafson’s delicate, floating botanicals harken back to an era of documentation and observation before mass spectrometers and DNA sequencing used today. Jenn Angell (Minneapolis, MN) is a 2017 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-River Falls where she majored in ceramics and minored in painting and psychology. She says, “Clay remembers. It gets stretched, pushed, pulled, scarred. My work is about the heavier side of the human condition and how things manifest and are contained in the physical body. The body becomes a container… |
ArtReach St. Croix | 08/20/2020 | ArtReach St. Croix, Stillwater |
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Youth Learn to Sail Summer Camps
Youth Learn to Sail Summer Camps Presented by SAINT CROIX SAILING SCHOOL at Saint Croix Sailing School Jun 15 - Aug 20, 2020 Youth learn to sail camps on the St. Croix River! These four-day sailing camps are designed to teach water safety, basic sailing principles, and provide an adventure of a lifetime! The end of the week goal is for your student to have a basic understanding of the mechanics of driving and sailing a boat. Each four-day session is designed to get your child comfortable and confident on the water! |
SAINT CROIX SAILING SCHOOL | 06/15/2020 - 08/20/2020 | Saint Croix Sailing School, Hudson |
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the Winery Comedy Tour at Saint Croix Vineyards!
the Winery Comedy Tour at Saint Croix Vineyards! Presented by Saint Croix Vineyards at Saint Croix Vineyards Aug 21, 2020 Nationally recognized comedians travel the country tasting local wine and making new fans in this new comedy circuit that brings quality comedy to folks for a fraction of what antiquated comedy clubs demand. Come out for a night of hilarious comedy and delicious Saint Croix Vineyards wines! This comedy tour takes top comedians who you've seen on TV and sends them out on the road to perform at wineries throughout the country. Find out which wines pair best with hysterical laughter when The Winery Comedy Tour comes to SCV! |
Saint Croix Vineyards | 08/21/2020 | Saint Croix Vineyards, Stillwater |
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SUP Yoga on the St. Croix
SUP Yoga on the St. Croix Presented by SOLO YOGA + BXNG at Lakefront Park Jun 20 - Aug 22, 2020 SUP yoga on the St. Croix is back!!! Take advantage of the beautiful St. Croix River and join us Saturdays for a combo of paddle boarding and yoga! We offer board rentals and bring your own board (BYOB) for class! Must pre-register to reserve your spot for board rentals (caps at 4 people). We will meet at Lakefront Park Beach for class! |
SOLO YOGA + BXNG | 06/20/2020 - 08/22/2020 | Lakefront Park, Hudson |
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Canceled: Little Explorers
Canceled: Little Explorers Presented by Interstate State Park - Minnesota at Interstate State Park-Minnesota Jun 15 - Aug 24, 2020 This series has been canceled. Help your little one learn through play! With stories, activities and a craft, our smallest visitors discover the great outdoors. This special program is designed for children ages 3-6 and their adults. Each week, explore a different letter of nature's alphabet. Meet at the park's visitor center (north entrance of the park, 256 Traprock Street). Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
Interstate State Park - Minnesota | 06/15/2020 - 08/24/2020 | Interstate State Park-Minnesota, Taylors Falls |
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Summer Tuesdays - Outdoor Movies & Music
Summer Tuesdays - Outdoor Movies & Music Presented by Summer Tuesdays, Inc. and Discover Stillwater at Lowell Park - Downtown Stillwater Riverfront Gazebo Aug 04 - Aug 25, 2020 Outdoor market, music and movies on the riverfront! #SummerTuesdays will look a bit different this year. We will be hosting FOUR Drive In movies in August in downtown Stillwater. Details coming soon!! Find more info on our website: http://www.summertuesdays.com/ |
Summer Tuesdays, Inc. | 08/04/2020 - 08/25/2020 | Lowell Park - Downtown Stillwater Riverfront Gazeb..., Stillwater |
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Live Music Saturdays at Saint Croix Vineyards!
Live Music Saturdays at Saint Croix Vineyards! Presented by Saint Croix Vineyards at Saint Croix Vineyards Jul 18 - Aug 29, 2020 From 1:00pm-4:00pm, enjoy live music on Saturday afternoons this summer at Saint Croix Vineyards from mid-July through August! |
Saint Croix Vineyards | 07/18/2020 - 08/29/2020 | Saint Croix Vineyards, Stillwater |
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Music in the Meadow
Music in the Meadow Presented by Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter at Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter Aug 02 - Aug 30, 2020 Take time to relax and enjoy the live music outsides in the meadow lawn at the German-inspired Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter just outside Stillwater. |
Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter | 08/02/2020 - 08/30/2020 | Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter, Stillwater |
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Herons and History Guided Kayak Tours
Herons and History Guided Kayak Tours Presented by Wahoo Adventures and Stillwater Trolley Co. at St. Croix River May 01 - Sep 04, 2020 Fun for the whole family! View local wildlife and hear lumber-era stories from your scenic VIP seat! This is a chance to see herons, egrets, cormorants, islands, turtles, and a lumber era cave and boom area. No experience necessary. Includes: 90 minute guided river tour, lesson, safety overview, all gear, a fun open-air trolley ride to and from water, snack and water. $75pp Kids 10 and under will share a kayak with an adult. ($35/kids) Meet at the Stillwater Trolley at 400 East Nelson Street in downtown Stillwater across from the Dock Cafe. Call us for your own private and custom tour for friends and family on other dates and times. |
Wahoo Adventures | 05/01/2020 - 09/04/2020 | St. Croix River, Stillwater |
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Wild Food & Folk Medicine
Wild Food & Folk Medicine Presented by Interstate Park - Wisconsin at Interstate State Park - Wisconsin Jul 04 - Sep 05, 2020 Discover a delightful variety of foods and folk medicine that can be gathered from the wild and in your own backyard. Though we won’t be harvesting wild foods from the park, we’ll talk about safe harvesting practices and how you can pick and prepare wild foods at home. Meet at the Ice Age Visitor Center. |
Interstate Park - Wisconsin | 07/04/2020 - 09/05/2020 | Interstate State Park - Wisconsin, Saint Croix Falls |
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Film @ Franconia: The Wicker Man (Director's Cut)
Film @ Franconia: The Wicker Man (Director's Cut) Presented by Franconia Sculpture Park at Franconia Sculpture Park Sep 05, 2020 Film @ Franconia Saturday, September 5, 2020 Featuring: The Wicker Man (Director's Cut) ** Franconia Sculpture Park is committed to remaining open as an oasis for our visitors during this difficult time. In an effort to maintain social distancing guidelines we're asking our patrons to register in advance for all 2020 events. Thank you for your cooperation! Register here: https://bit.ly/2MiOwGt During the COVID-19 pandemic Franconia will ensure safe social distancing at all events and requests that patrons wear masks. The Wicker Man: Sergeant Howie (Edward Woodward) arrives on the small Scottish island of Summerisle to investigate the report of a missing child. A conservative Christian, the policeman observes the residents’ frivolous sexual displays and strange pagan rituals, particularly the temptations of Willow (Britt Ekland), daughter of the island magistrate, Lord Summerisle (Christopher Lee). The more Sergeant Howie learns about the islanders’ strange practices, the closer he gets to tracking down… |
Franconia Sculpture Park | 09/05/2020 | Franconia Sculpture Park, Franconia |
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Franconia Art and Farmers Market
Franconia Art and Farmers Market Presented by Franconia Sculpture Park at Franconia Sculpture Park Sep 06, 2020 The first Sunday of each month, May-October from 10am-2pm, local farmers and artists will come together to provide a variety of fresh produce and handmade crafts to our nearly 150,000 annual visitors. Each event is a fun way for people to connect directly with the local farmers and artists in the St. Croix River Valley. Franconia Sculpture Park is committed to remaining open as an oasis for our visitors during this difficult time. In an effort to maintain social distancing guidelines we’re asking our patrons to register in advance for all 2020 events. Thank you for your cooperation! Register here: https://www.franconia.org/events-programs/ |
Franconia Sculpture Park | 09/06/2020 | Franconia Sculpture Park, Franconia |
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Waldfest Labor Day Annual Celebration
Waldfest Labor Day Annual Celebration Presented by Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter at Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter Sep 07, 2020 Spend time at the Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter just minutes from downtown Stillwater. Polka in the pine forest from 1:00-5:00pm. Free Admission. Brats and beer available in the forest, the Gasthaus will serve full menu 11:00 am-8:00pm. |
Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter | 09/07/2020 | Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter, Stillwater |
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Ladies Night Out on Main Street - September 10
Ladies Night Out on Main Street - September 10 Presented by Stillwater MainStreet IBA at Downtown Stillwater Sep 10, 2020 Spend the day and evening with your friends, shopping and dining your way around historic downtown Stillwater! Visit stores and restaurants and collect stamps on your passport to win prizes! Shop until 8:00pm then bring your passport to the finale and winners will be drawn at 8:30! |
Stillwater MainStreet IBA | 09/10/2020 | Downtown Stillwater, Stillwater |
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Saint Croix Vineyards Grape Stomp Festival
Saint Croix Vineyards Grape Stomp Festival Presented by Saint Croix Vineyards at Saint Croix Vineyards Sep 12 - Sep 13, 2020 It's free and fun for the whole family! Take a turn stomping grapes the old fashioned way or let your kids give it a try. Prizes will be awarded to those with the best grape-stomping style (as determined by audience applause). Bring a picnic, take a tour of the vineyard and winery, listen to great live music and, of course, enjoy our award-winning wines! Grape stomping competitions for both kids and adults will be held at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm each day. A drawing will be held to determine who will compete in the competitions...please enter your name when you arrive. Don't worry if you are not chosen to compete, everyone will get a chance to stomp between competitions. Free vineyard and winery tours at 1pm and 3pm each day (no pre-registration required). Live music from 12:30 to 4pm each day! |
Saint Croix Vineyards | 09/12/2020 - 09/13/2020 | Saint Croix Vineyards, Stillwater |
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Cruisin' On The Croix - Hot Rod & Vintage Car Show
Cruisin' On The Croix - Hot Rod & Vintage Car Show Presented by Cruisin' On The Croix at Lowell Park - North Aug 05 - Sep 16, 2020 There’s nothing better than a summer evening spent down by the river in downtown Stillwater. Stroll through rows of vintage and hot rod collectible cars, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy live outdoor music. This is a great FREE, family-friendly event on select Wednesdays during August and September. The show will be downtown along the scenic St. Croix River stretching from Chestnut Street north to Mulberry St. Vendors will be on hand selling the usual car show fare: hot dogs, hamburgers, kettle korn, tacos, french fries, cheese curds, and so forth. Lots of free giveaways! Live Music beginning at 5:00. |
Cruisin' On The Croix | 08/05/2020 - 09/16/2020 | Lowell Park - North, Stillwater |
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Stillwater Boom Site Log Run
Stillwater Boom Site Log Run Presented by Run Stillwater at St. Croix Boom Site Park Sep 19, 2020 The Stillwater Boom Site Log Run 10 mile, 12K and 5K is a superb, mostly downhill race with a gentle descent ending in Boom Site Park just north of downtown Stillwater. It's been known as one of the fastest 10 mile courses around. Participants come back year-after-year for this one and it's easy to see why; it's THE course for personal records. We hope you'll join us and be our next big fan. |
Run Stillwater | 09/19/2020 | St. Croix Boom Site Park, Stillwater |
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Murder Mystery Dinner in Stillwater, MN
Murder Mystery Dinner in Stillwater, MN Presented by The Murder Mystery Company at Stillwater KC Hall Jul 25 - Sep 26, 2020 Join The Murder Mystery Company live in Stillwater for the showing of "Totally 80s Totally Murder", an immersive mystery experience full of twists and turns. A murder will occur and your sleuthing skills will be put to the test as you work to determine whodunnit. You'll have the chance to examine clues and mingle with suspects to deduce the culprit as you dine on a killer three-course meal. You might even become a suspect yourself! Tickets go fast, so get yours today. |
The Murder Mystery Company | 07/25/2020 - 09/26/2020 | Stillwater KC Hall, Stillwater |
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RESCHEDULED "Specimens: art, science and the human condition"
RESCHEDULED "Specimens: art, science and the human condition" Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix Aug 20 - Sep 26, 2020 Specimens reflects the themes of Minnesota-native, author and paleobiologist Hope Jahren’s memoir LAB GIRL. The exhibition brings together the work of ceramic sculptor Jenn Angell and the embroidered botanical illustrations of Karen Gustafson. Angell’s work is self-reflective and preserves emotions and traumas the way a scientist preserves a specimen. Gustafson’s delicate, floating botanicals harken back to an era of documentation and observation before mass spectrometers and DNA sequencing used today. Jenn Angell (Minneapolis, MN) is a 2017 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-River Falls where she majored in ceramics and minored in painting and psychology. She says, “Clay remembers. It gets stretched, pushed, pulled, scarred. My work is about the heavier side of the human condition and how things manifest and are contained in the physical body. The body becomes a container for these traumas, a storage space for the weight of the unconscious.” Angell’s ceramic pieces are primarily constructed… |
ArtReach St. Croix | 08/20/2020 - 09/26/2020 | ArtReach St. Croix, Stillwater |
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Oktoberfest at the Gasthaus
Oktoberfest at the Gasthaus Presented by Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter at Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter Sep 18 - Sep 27, 2020 German Oktoberfest celebration in authentic setting with large outdoor tent, restaurant, pub, and wooded meadows. Music, Dancing, Imported Beer, Brats and Chops, Giant pretzels, Cinnamon Roasted Almonds and Hammerschlagen! Sundays are Family Day - all ages welcome with Free Face painting and Balloon Twister |
Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter | 09/18/2020 - 09/27/2020 | Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter, Stillwater |
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Stillwater Flea & Crafter Market
Stillwater Flea & Crafter Market Presented by RSG Development at Washington County Fairgrounds Jul 18 - Sep 27, 2020 Now in our 7th year - bigger and better every year! We kick off the 2020 season on July 18 - so mark your calendars now. Come join our Huge Outdoor Flea & Crafter Market held at the Washington County Fairgrounds in the Stillwater/Lake Elmo area!! (Located just south of Hwy 36 on Hwy 15 (also called Stillwater Blvd.)) Over 100 vendors and crafters with an offering of everything from A to Z!! Find antiques, household, furniture, garden art, clothing, tools, sports, jewelry, collectibles, vintage, food, arts and crafts, new, old, local fresh produce and much, much, more. Visit our website for more information and like us on Facebook at Stillwater Flea Market to get up-to-date specials. Signing up vendors now for this season. Booth space only $50 for the whole weekend! As always - Free admission and Free parking for our customers. |
RSG Development | 07/18/2020 - 09/27/2020 | Washington County Fairgrounds, Lake Elmo |
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Take Me to the River
Take Me to the River Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at Unknown Sep 01 - Sep 30, 2020 The natural beauty of the St. Croix River has attracted artists and outdoor enthusiasts for generations. This nationally-recognized, wild and scenic river and its tree covered bluffs create a breath-taking backdrop for the growing number of fall art events. This September, Take Me to the River will celebrate the art fairs, open artists studios, gallery exhibitions and festivals. This unique gathering of arts events encourages visitors and residents alike to join the hundreds of artists and dozens of events that celebrate the vibrant culture that is alive and thriving in the St. Croix Valley. This year's event will feature three weekends worth of programs. |
ArtReach St. Croix | 09/01/2020 - 09/30/2020 | 0 |
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PD Pappys | 06/13/2020 - 09/30/2020 | PD Pappys, Stillwater | |
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Rivertown Fall Art Festival
Rivertown Fall Art Festival Presented by Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce and Discover Stillwater at Lowell Park - North Oct 03 - Oct 04, 2020 Rivertown Fall Art Festival October 3-4, 2020 Saturday, October 3rd-10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, October 4th-11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Rivertown Fall Art Festival has been part of the beautiful and historic Stillwater riverfront for over 30 years. This event will feature high-end artwork ranging from custom made jewelry, hand-thrown pottery & hand-blown glass, to gorgeous paintings, photographs, lovely fiber work, wood and more. This event is a juried event. Our festival has been a popular and well attended event attracting more than 10,000 people from across the Midwest. Relax on the grass and listen to live music, shop, enjoy some adult beverages and wonderful food. We are pleased to share our riverfront with you in Lowell Park, the heart of Stillwater, Minnesota. Enjoy the view and welcome to the valley! |
Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce | 10/03/2020 - 10/04/2020 | Lowell Park - North, Stillwater |
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Stillwater Historic Homes Tour
Stillwater Historic Homes Tour Presented by Washington County Historical Society at Warden's House Museum Oct 04, 2020 Once a year a selection of distinguished properties, including private homes and bed & breakfasts, open their doors for the Stillwater Historic Homes Tour. Peek inside grand homes and revel in the elegance of Victorian architecture, details, and ambiance. This event directly supports the Washington County Historical Society. |
Washington County Historical Society | 10/04/2020 | Warden's House Museum, 0 |
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Franconia Art and Farmers Market
Franconia Art and Farmers Market Presented by Franconia Sculpture Park at Franconia Sculpture Park Oct 04, 2020 The first Sunday of each month, May-October from 10am-2pm, local farmers and artists will come together to provide a variety of fresh produce and handmade crafts to our nearly 150,000 annual visitors. Each event is a fun way for people to connect directly with the local farmers and artists in the St. Croix River Valley. Franconia Sculpture Park is committed to remaining open as an oasis for our visitors during this difficult time. In an effort to maintain social distancing guidelines we’re asking our patrons to register in advance for all 2020 events. Thank you for your cooperation! Register here: https://www.franconia.org/events-programs/ |
Franconia Sculpture Park | 10/04/2020 | Franconia Sculpture Park, Franconia |
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Stillwater River Boat Cruises
Stillwater River Boat Cruises Presented by Stillwater River Boats at Stillwater River Boats Jun 01 - Oct 31, 2020 Enjoy daily public cruises or charter your own private boat in the most popular destination in Minnesota. Voted "Best Cruises, Boats, Charters" by Minnesota Meetings and Events! Daily Lunch & Dinner Cruises and Saturday & Sunday Jazz Cruises Our boats feature: Enclosed and climate controlled levels with patio viewing decks on top Delicious meals- included in ticket price Stocked and staffed bars- drinks not included in ticket prices Jazz Cruises with a strolling Dixieland band on Saturday evening & Sunday lunch and dinner Save time and order tickets online for your public cruise! Order tickets online or call us at (651) 430-1234. |
Stillwater River Boats | 06/01/2020 - 10/31/2020 | Stillwater River Boats, Stillwater |
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Stillwater Farmer's Market
Stillwater Farmer's Market Presented by Stillwater Farmer's Market at Stillwater Veteran's Memorial Jun 13 - Oct 31, 2020 Saturday Mornings! Located at 3rd & Pine Street, Riverview Parking Lot of the Stillwater Veterans Memorial, across from the Historic Courthouse in Stillwater. Call to find out about its assortment of organic food, vegetables, crafts, fruits and local specialties. Runs are mid-June thru October Saturday mornings. Follow us on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Stillwater-Minnesota-Farmers-Market/104646769583889?fref=ts |
Stillwater Farmer's Market | 06/13/2020 - 10/31/2020 | Stillwater Veteran's Memorial, Stillwater |
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Aamodts Apple Fest
Aamodts Apple Fest Presented by Aamodts Apple Farm at Aamodts Apple Farm Sep 01 - Oct 31, 2020 Aamodt’s Apple Farm Peak Fall Season Activities include hay wagon rides, honeycrisp express kids train, apple picking, apple goods shop in apple barn, John Deere tractor trikes and new this year, Thor's Cider tastings! Varies based on harvest season. |
Aamodts Apple Farm | 09/01/2020 - 10/31/2020 | Aamodts Apple Farm, Stillwater |
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Tilted Tiki Musicians Open Mic Night Tuesdays!
Tilted Tiki Musicians Open Mic Night Tuesdays! Presented by The Tilted Tiki at The Tilted Tiki Jan 01, 2019 - Dec 22, 2020 Join us at The Tilted Tiki to enjoy local area musicians take turns playing originals and covers! Starts 6pm! |
The Tilted Tiki | Ongoing | The Tilted Tiki, Stillwater |
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Trivia Mafia in the Lift Bridge Taproom
Trivia Mafia in the Lift Bridge Taproom Presented by Lift Bridge Brewing Co at Lift Bridge Brewing Co Dec 02, 2019 - Dec 28, 2020 Bring your friends every Monday for some trivia and prizes! 1st place, $25 gift card, 2nd place $15 gift card and even a halfway round to win a flight of beer! Show up early and get a seat! |
Lift Bridge Brewing Co | Ongoing | Lift Bridge Brewing Co, Stillwater |
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Freedom, Independence & Citizenship: The History of Voting Rights in Minnesota
Freedom, Independence & Citizenship: The History of Voting Rights in Minnesota Presented by Washington County Parks at Washington County Historic Courthouse Jul 04 - Dec 31, 2020 The right to vote and be represented in government is one of the most important universal rights of humanity. There is no other basic right that defines emancipation, liberation, and citizenship more than the ability to ballot for what you believe. Using historic artifacts, video, and photographs from local collections – including our own – this exhibit will highlight milestones of voting rights for, among others, men, women, immigrants, and people of color in Washington County and Minnesota while critically examining social and political contexts. |
Washington County Parks | Ongoing | Washington County Historic Courthouse, Stillwater |