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Marine Library 8th Birthday Party with author Laurie Allmann
Marine Library 8th Birthday Party with author Laurie Allmann Presented by Marine Community Library at Marine Village Hall Jan 24, 2020 8th Marine Library Birthday Celebration with Laurie Allmann Join us for an evening celebrating Marine Community Library’s 8th birthday, with stories and poetry by local, award-winning environmental writer Laurie Allmann, author of An Hour From Now. Talented young cellist, Alice Ryan, will provide accompaniment. Birthday cake will be served! |
01/24/2020 | Marine Village Hall, Marine on Saint Croix | |
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Winter Ice Cream Social
Winter Ice Cream Social Presented by Washington County Historical Society at Lowell Park - North Jan 25, 2020 Are you going to let a little bit of snow and freezing temperatures keep you indoors?! Of course not! We're Minnesotans! January is the perfect time for an Ice Cream Social! The Washington County Historical Society (WCHS) will hold an old-fashioned ice cream social at downtown Stillwater’s Lowell Park Mulberry Point. With FREE ice cream from Leo's Malt Shop, you won't even notice those cold gusts of wind off the river! Don your warmest winter wear and join us in helping continue this fun (but admittedly a bit silly) Stillwater tradition! Root beer will be furnished by Lift Bridge Brewery for root beer floats. The ice cream is free to everyone; there will be a nominal charge for the chili. Coffee will also be provided & chili will be available for a nominal fee. You can also head up to the NEW rooftop patio at Water Street Inn and enjoy a hot chocolate… |
01/25/2020 | Lowell Park - North, Stillwater | |
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WINTERFEST
WINTERFEST Presented by One23 Events at JX Event Venue Jan 18 - Jan 26, 2020 The third annual Winterfest is a community-wide celebration for all things winter and Stillwater, January 18-26th, 2020. The University of Stillwater is the fictitious St. Croix community for our Winter Games. Come join fellow weekend warrior "classmates" in this epic celebration of winter fun. With the Fighting Storks as the campus mascot (representing the Birthplace of Minnesota), we dominate winter together! See the Schedule of Events for a detailed timeline (check back frequently for updates). #WinterFest, #Storktastic, #CannotStorkingWait |
01/18/2020 - 01/26/2020 | JX Event Venue, Stillwater | |
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Hiking the Superior Hiking Trail
Hiking the Superior Hiking Trail Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter Nature Center Feb 01, 2020 Get a glimpse into the planning process including the best time of year to hike, transportation considerations, what to eat and how to pack it, organizing resupplies, and even bringing your dog along on your trip. |
02/01/2020 | Carpenter Nature Center, Hastings | |
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A Shayna Maidel
A Shayna Maidel Presented by The Phipps Center for the Arts at The Phipps Center for the Arts Jan 17 - Feb 02, 2020 Two sisters – one a survivor of the Holocaust, the other sheltered in America – meet after a separation of almost 20 years. Their heart-wrenching reunion shows that if war can tear a family to pieces, love can put it back together. |
01/17/2020 - 02/02/2020 | The Phipps Center for the Arts, Hudson | |
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Literature Lovers' Night Out™
Literature Lovers' Night Out™ Presented by Valley Bookseller at Community Thread Feb 06, 2020 Literature Lovers' Night Out™ is an event hosted by Twin Cities' literary aficionado Pamela Klinger-Horn, featuring local and national authors, light refreshments and drawings for prizes. Seating is limited to 100 guests, so don't miss out! Doors open 30 minutes before the event starts so come early to mingle and meet the authors! Featured authors for February: Kiley Reid - SUCH A FUN AGE Rita Woods - REMEMBRANCE Paul Yoon - RUN ME TO EARTH |
02/06/2020 | Community Thread, Stillwater | |
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Adult Moonlight Snowshoe Hike
Adult Moonlight Snowshoe Hike Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter Nature Center Feb 07, 2020 Enjoy a winter night under the moonlight with a relaxing snowshoe hike. After the hike, warm up by the fire and enjoy fresh popcorn and hot apple cider. Snowshoes provided or bring your own; dress for the weather. |
02/07/2020 | Carpenter Nature Center, Hastings | |
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Stillwater Cabin Fever Craft & Vendor Show
Stillwater Cabin Fever Craft & Vendor Show Presented by RSG Development at Oak Glen Golf Course Feb 08, 2020 Join us for our annual "Cabin Fever" Craft & Vendor Show at the elegant Oak Glen Golf & Event Center in Stillwater. We have great crafters, vendors, gifts of all kinds. Let us give you a break from the winter blues with our tropical themed atmosphere -check out all the new things our vendors have for 2020! And... we have a special "Cabin Fever" drawing too!! Free coffee, cookies and a cash bar. |
02/08/2020 | Oak Glen Golf Course, Stillwater | |
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Octagon House Museum - History of Lumber
Octagon House Museum - History of Lumber Presented by Octagon House Museum at Octagon House Museum Feb 08, 2020 Octagon Open House featuring an interesting history of lumber in the St Croix Valley area. In the event that the 3 o’clock Hot Air Affair Launch launch is cancelled, the Octagon House Museum will offer its last admissions at 3:30 |
02/08/2020 | Octagon House Museum, Hudson | |
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Join In The Band! Bluegrass Jam Session
Join In The Band! Bluegrass Jam Session Presented by Marine Mills Folk School at Marine Mills Folk School Feb 08, 2020 Join the band! An essential skill of bluegrass music is the ability to take part in informal playing situations; also known as a “jam session”. Participants arrange themselves in a circle, choose a song from a common repertoire, sing, accompany each other, and play solos. Often, they do this despite no previous rehearsal, even with complete strangers! The unplugged, grassroots nature of this music lends itself to low key playing situations that are fun and satisfying. Veteran teacher Randy Gildersleeve and some fellow musicians will play songs in the jam session format, and talk about what you need to know to become a jammer, including “jam etiquette”. The demonstration will be followed by an invitation to join in on a few tunes. Instruments that are ideal for this include, but are not limited to: acoustic guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, bass, ukulele, harmonica, and singing. There will also be an opportunity to take… |
02/08/2020 | Marine Mills Folk School, Marine on Saint Croix | |
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Full Moon Ski
Full Moon Ski Presented by Washington County Parks at Pine Point Regional Park Feb 08, 2020 Enjoy the serenity of the night while skiing under the light of the full moon at Pine Point Regional Park. Guided by Ride & Glide Ski & Bike Club. No reservations required. Free with valid Washington County Parks vehicle permit. |
02/08/2020 | Pine Point Regional Park, Stillwater | |
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Snowshoe Story Stroll
Snowshoe Story Stroll Presented by Washington County Parks at Big Marine Park Reserve Feb 08, 2020 Enjoy the wintery outdoors at Big Marine Park Reserve with a snowshoe story stroll! Join a Washington County Librarian as you snowshoe your way through a children's story. Story strolls are free with a valid Washington County Parks vehicle permit and are brought to you in partnership with Washington County Libraries. Snowshoes are on a first-come, first-serve basis. |
02/08/2020 | Big Marine Park Reserve, Marine on Saint Croix | |
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Hudson Hot Air Affair
Hudson Hot Air Affair Presented by Hudson Hot Air Affair at Hudson EP Rock School Feb 07 - Feb 09, 2020 The Hudson Hot Air Affair annual event coming February 7-9, 2020 throughout the Hudson community. The theme of the 2020 premier winter hot air balloon rally and winter festival “Balloon’n Up Nort’ Yah Sure You Betcha” will play out in buffalo plaid with ear flap hats and hot dish recipes. Join us in Hudson, Wisconsin, along the beautiful St. Croix River for this family friendly event including activities such as an evening Torchlight parade, hot air balloon launches, geocaching, marketplace and craft fair, smoosh boarding, bingo, balloon moon glow or field of fire, 5K race, children’s activities and theme events, just to name a few. |
02/07/2020 - 02/09/2020 | Hudson EP Rock School, Hudson | |
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Armchair Travel Book Talk
Armchair Travel Book Talk Presented by Stillwater Public Library at Stillwater Public Library Feb 12, 2020 Join us at Stillwater Public Library on Wednesday, February 12 at 6:30 p.m. for our Armchair Travel Book Talk. Our theme for 2020 Adult Winter Reads is Armchair Travel: Reading Around the World. This includes both nonfiction books, including travel books, memoirs and historical exploration, and fiction books set in locations around the world. Bring your favorite travel title to talk about and share with the group. You may discover new locations to venture to - by plane or by book! |
02/12/2020 | Stillwater Public Library, Stillwater | |
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Sweethearts Snowshoe
Sweethearts Snowshoe Presented by St. Croix River Association at Afton State Park Feb 13, 2020 Bring that special someone to spend an afternoon on an easy snowshoe trail in Afton State Park, just half an hour east of the Twin Cities. Allow a St. Croix River Association trail guide lead you through the peaceful snow-covered floodplain forest as you learn about Minnesota’s winter wildlife. Enjoy some hot beverages and community at the end of the snowshoe. Participant Expectations: - Please be sure to arrive 15 minutes before the event starts. - Please note that SCRA Outside will no longer allow dogs at our events. This event is made possible by L.L.Bean and the National Park Foundation. |
02/13/2020 | Afton State Park, Hastings | |
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Paint the Town Red for Valentine's Day
Paint the Town Red for Valentine's Day Presented by Stillwater MainStreet IBA and Discover Stillwater at Downtown Stillwater - Pedestrian Plaza Feb 14, 2020 Main Street shops, restaurants, and attractions welcome you to their romantic city to celebrate with your Valentine all day long with specials. Meet by the pedestrian plaza on Water Street for FREE carriage rides along the river on February 14th from 4-7pm. Shopping and dining deals can be found all weekend long throughout Historic Downtown Stillwater! |
02/14/2020 | Downtown Stillwater - Pedestrian Plaza, Stillwater | |
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Candlelight Snowshoe and Culinary Dinner - Feb 15
Candlelight Snowshoe and Culinary Dinner - Feb 15 Presented by The Outing Lodge at Pine Point at The Outing Lodge at Pine Point Feb 15, 2020 Candlelight Snowshoe and Culinary Dinner Snowshoeing begins at 5:45 and 6:45 followed by dinner. Follow an luminary lit snowshoe walk through Pine Point Park; then enjoy outdoor bonfires. Retire indoors for a chef-prepared multi-course culinary dinner. Menu: APPETIZERS Chef's Choice ENTRÈE Slow cooked Beef Bourguignon with rustic Winter Vegetables and Potato Purée DESSERT Chef's Choice Stay overnight in one of our B&B rooms. Night includes nature guides, luminary lit snowshoe trail, bonfires, dinner, drink specials, and tours of the historical Outing Lodge. Ticket price of $60 includes snow shoe rental and dinner. Full Bar opens at 5:30. Call us for special requests such as gluten free, vegan, etc. |
02/15/2020 | The Outing Lodge at Pine Point, Stillwater | |
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"Natural Occurrences" exhibition
"Natural Occurrences" exhibition Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix Jan 09 - Feb 15, 2020 With naturally-dyed batik textiles, sculptural ceramics and photography the push and pull of organic processes is central to this exhibition. Plant life, water, rocks and landscapes offer rich inspiration, as well as source material, for the work of Emily Donovan, Ani Kasten and Lars Samuelsson, three distinctive local artists. Emily Donovan (Minneapolis, MN) loves to travel, but her heart belongs to Minnesota. The state's North Woods and the cycle of the seasons are both influential and essential to her batik art, which relies on wax and handmade dyes made from foraged materials. Donovan studied art history and visual art at the University of Minnesota with an emphasis in printmaking and painting. Her process of hand dyeing creates what she calls a "living mark," tracking the movement and infusion of her pigments into paper fibers and encapsulating her experiences and discoveries in the outdoors. Ani Kasten (Shafer, MN) is a ceramic… |
01/09/2020 - 02/15/2020 | ArtReach St. Croix, Stillwater | |
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Volunteer Information Meeting
Volunteer Information Meeting Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter Nature Center Feb 19, 2020 Volunteers are critically important to helping Carpenter Nature Center fulfill our mission. Some volunteer weekly, while others support our special events, which occur several times a year. Whether you are looking for some professional experience, like to be outdoors, want to share your knowledge with children, or just want to stay busy, CNC can provide a rewarding volunteer experience. |
02/19/2020 | Carpenter Nature Center, Hastings | |
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The Happiness Playlist - How Music Heals, with Mark Mallman
The Happiness Playlist - How Music Heals, with Mark Mallman Presented by Marine Community Library at Marine Village Hall Feb 20, 2020 The Happiness Playlist: How Music Heals with Mark Mallman Mark Mallman has established himself as a Minneapolis music icon, rocking the airwaves from MTV to NPR. Mark will share stories from his book, The Happiness Playlist. He'll explain how listening to uplifting songs helped him overcome a period of personal darkness, and why he believes this approach can work for you. Light refreshments will be served. |
02/20/2020 | Marine Village Hall, Marine on Saint Croix | |
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Minnesota Campus Owl Prowl
Minnesota Campus Owl Prowl Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter Nature Center Feb 21, 2020 Explore CNC on a guided night hike to look and listen for these owls. |
02/21/2020 | Carpenter Nature Center, Hastings | |
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Brian's Frozen Bocce Ball Tournament
Brian's Frozen Bocce Ball Tournament Presented by Brian's Restaurant & Bar at Brian's Restaurant Feb 22, 2020 10am-10pm. Come cheer on the fun during the Brian's Annual Tournament in the parking lot behind Brian's Restaurant & Bar downtown Stillwater along the St. Croix River. |
02/22/2020 | Brian's Restaurant, Stillwater | |
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Take 3
Take 3 Presented by The Phipps Center for the Arts at The Phipps Center for the Arts Feb 23, 2020 Lindsay Deutsch, violin; Lila Yang, cello; and Van-Ahn Nguyen are Take3. With a flair for the wild and unexpected, the genre-bending trio brings the refinement of a rigorous classical background and mixes it with rock star charisma. Whether performing their take on pop, jazz, or classical tunes, they bring enthusiasm to their interpretations and impart their love of music to audiences of all musical preferences. Their rigorous classical training at Colburn School and The Juilliard School has ignited their passion for musical exploration and is aiding them in revolutionizing the piano trio experience. Take3 is known for their adrenalized performances of classical, movie, tango, pop and oldies music, live on stage as well as through their dynamic music videos. Take3’s fan base continues to grow around the world through each individual’s solo, chamber, and orchestral engagements, such as Deutsch’s touring with Yanni. Members have appeared in major music venues such… |
02/23/2020 | The Phipps Center for the Arts, Hudson | |
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Public Bird Banding
Public Bird Banding Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter Nature Center Feb 28, 2020 Banding runs continuously and visitors may come and go at any time. Donations of birdseed or suet are greatly appreciated in lieu of a program fee. |
02/28/2020 | Carpenter Nature Center, Hastings | |
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Masters of the Sky
Masters of the Sky Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter Nature Center Feb 29, 2020 Visitors will learn about raptors from around the world. Experience live hawks, eagles, owls, falcons and other birds up close and in free-flight. The presenters will introduce methods to help protect raptors and their habitats. |
02/29/2020 | Carpenter Nature Center, Hastings | |
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The Little Mermaid
The Little Mermaid Presented by The Phipps Center for the Arts at The Phipps Center for the Arts Feb 14 - Mar 01, 2020 Ariel, a fun-loving and mischievous mermaid, is off on the adventure of a lifetime, but it will take all of her courage and determination to make her dreams come true and save her father’s beloved kingdom from the sneaky sea witch Ursula. Recommended for children age 4 and older. |
02/14/2020 - 03/01/2020 | The Phipps Center for the Arts, Hudson | |
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Cabin Fever Craft & Vendor Show - Hudson
Cabin Fever Craft & Vendor Show - Hudson Presented by RSG Development at Hudson House Grand Hotel Feb 29 - Mar 01, 2020 Got that Cabin Fever? Need to get out of the house?? Come on over and "chill out" at the Hudson House Grand Hotel for our annual "Cabin Fever" Craft & Gift show. We have great crafters, vendors, gifts of all kinds. Let us help give you a break from the winter blues with our tropical themed atmosphere -listen to a little Bob Marley and maybe enjoy a Margarita while you shop. And... we have a special drawing on Sunday!! Free coffee, cookies and a cash bar. |
02/29/2020 - 03/01/2020 | Hudson House Grand Hotel, Hudson | |
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Masters of the Sky
Masters of the Sky Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter Nature Center Mar 01, 2020 Visitors will learn about raptors from around the world. Experience live hawks, eagles, owls, falcons and other birds up close and in free-flight. The presenters will introduce methods to help protect raptors and their habitats. |
03/01/2020 | Carpenter Nature Center, Hastings | |
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Wisconsin Campus Owl Prowl
Wisconsin Campus Owl Prowl Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter Nature Center - Wisconsin Campus Mar 06, 2020 Explore CNC on a guided night hike to look and listen for these owls. |
03/06/2020 | Carpenter Nature Center - Wisconsin Campus, Hudson | |
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Scout Day: Making Maple Syrup
Scout Day: Making Maple Syrup Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter Nature Center Mar 07, 2020 Welcome spring by joining the CNC staff in making maple syrup. Hike to the “sugarbush” to tap maple trees, watch the process of turning sap into syrup and sample the final product. The program starts indoors, but be ready to hike in the spring snow and mud. Cub and Girl Scouts, ages 8-11, are welcome to participate in this outdoor experience. |
03/07/2020 | Carpenter Nature Center, Hastings | |
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Volunteer Information Meeting
Volunteer Information Meeting Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter Nature Center Mar 12, 2020 Volunteers are critically important to helping Carpenter Nature Center fulfill our mission. Some volunteer weekly, while others support our special events, which occur several times a year. Whether you are looking for some professional experience, like to be outdoors, want to share your knowledge with children, or just want to stay busy, CNC can provide a rewarding volunteer experience. |
03/12/2020 | Carpenter Nature Center, Hastings |