Southern Exposure 2016

From the arts to the outdoors, check out all a Mower County fall has to offer

Index

Minnesota’s fall beauty................................................................ 3 Down the road: Take off on autumn adventures........................ 4-8 Full season ahead for AACA, Paramount................................ 10-11 Caravan du Nord rockin’ back to Austin ................................ 12-13 RCC theater starting 2016-17 in style.................................... 14-15 Bruins back on the ice........................................................... 16-17 Austin Artist Series returns.................................................... 18-19 HHH, Historical Society ready for the season............................... 20 Oasis Bar & Grill........................................................................ 21 Another year at Farmer John’s.................................................... 22 Rolling on at the Rohler Rink...................................................... 23 Area campgrounds.................................................................... 24 Sola Fide to dazzle with the stars................................................ 25 Instruments strike the right note in the park............................... 26 BP’s the place for the holidays.................................................... 27 Halloween Warm-up back for year 33......................................... 30 Area homecoming games.......................................................... 31 ASO celebrating 60 years........................................................... 32

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Minnesota’s fall beauty: when, where to see autumn’s colors

By Nancy Yang MPR.org/90.1 FM

With summer officially in the rearview mirror, it’s time to start planning those fall color road trips.

Back again is the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ interactive color finder map, which shows the progression of red, gold and orange across the state.

It’s based on observations from all 75 of Minnesota’s state parks and recreation areas.

Beginning in early September, the map will be updated each week with the latest info on where to find the best visuals.

We may be in for a good show this year.

“The DNR’s forest health specialists say we’ve had enough rain around the state this summer to keep things green and healthy, which is the first building block for great fall color,” said Erika Rivers, director of Minnesota state parks and trails.

Fall colors generally peak between mid-September and early October in the northern third of Minnesota.

In central Minnesota, it’s between late

September and early October. The southern third of Minnesota can expect peak fall colors between late September and mid-October.

Peak fall color typically lasts about two weeks, but that can vary widely, depending

Oct. 4 Oct. 5 Oct. 6 Oct. 12 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 22 Oct. 29

Uncork & Create - Sunflowers 5:30-7:30p Writing Memoirs & Personal Stories 5:30-8:00p Introduction to Glass Fusing 10:30a-12:00p Kids Fused Glass Mosaic Handprint 2:00-3:00p Writing Memoirs & Personal Stories 5:30-8:00p Writing Memoirs & Personal Stories 5:30-8:00p Jim Wegner’s Exploring Abstract Art 10:00a-2:00p Jim Wegner’s Exploring Abstract Art 10:00a-2:00p

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Fused Glass Painted Snowflake Quilt 5:30-7:30p Dreamcatcher 2:00-3:30p Jim Wegner’s Exploring Abstract Art 10:00a-2:00p Duo Beads Wrap Bracelets 6:00-7:30p Jim Wegner’s Exploring Abstract Art 10:00a-2:00p Uncork & Create - Truck 5:30-7:30p

on location, elevation and weather.

As it’s only early September, most of the state is still relatively green, but pockets of Minnesota are starting to turn.

Go forth, leaf-peepers.

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Down the Road Story and photos by Jora Bothun

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A short trip down the road can lead to new adventures

hat better way to enjoy the fall weather then hitting the road and trying some thing new. There are plenty of places outside of Austin to taste new foods, explore different towns and enjoy the fall weather.

The Herald set summer intern Jora Bothun loose to enjoy and experience some communities within about a 30-minute drive from Austin.

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LeRoy

Ed’s Floral With a bright pink sign above their door, Sweets Hotel it was hard to miss Ed’s Sweets Hotel was one Floral. The inside of Ed’s of the first things that floral had more then just caught my attention flowers, they also have when I arrived in LeRoy. cards for just about any When I read the sign of occasion and a variety of the building, I expected home decor. assortments of candies Bright yellow and red and desserts. As I went roses was one of the inside, I realized my asfirst things I saw when sumptions were wrong. I I looked inside the cold saw tacos, beans, grilled glass window of the coolcheese and a variety of er. Right next to the roses other foods being served was a bucket full of pink on the main floor. Sweets alstroemeria. The way Hotel offers breakfast, Sweets Hotel Restaurant & Lounge found in LeRoy is a great option for dining and a their bouquets were arlunch, dinner, daily hotel to stay at. ranges could have made specials and a salad bar. any ones day.

From dining next to a fire place, to having a drink at the bar, the Sweets Hotel will offer you just Who doesn’t love the smell of a flower shop? Not only could you about any thing for a reasonable price. smell all the flowers, but when I was roaming around the shop, I Not only do they serve delicious food, but they have over a could also smell all the candles and their different scents. handful of unique styled hotel rooms for customers to stay in. One Lake Louise room that caught my eye when roaming the upstairs rooms was the Shooting Star Suite. The room was painted lavender, accented with When I was driving back to Austin from LeRoy, I came across a sign mint green. On the side of the room, the sun was beaming through on the left side of the road that said “Lake Louise.” I decided to follow a thin, light colored window curtain that make the room’s colors the road that the sign started on. When I first officially got to the arglow. Each room has its own individual style. They even have a room ea, I was in awe at what I saw. The scenery seemed endless with the named the LeRoy Room, decorated in red and white, their school fields full of wildflowers, plants, and trees. colors.

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hanging on the wall, the color of the deep purple walls made all the displays colors pop inside of the store. This is a great place to stop at while driving through towns.

St. Ansgar

Shooting Star Bike Trail is a bike trail found in LeRoy that goes through Lake Louise State Park.

Paradise Pizza Paradise Pizza’s bright blue walls, pink sign and palm trees made it hard to miss when first coming into St. Ansgar. The inside was no different then the outside, full of color with a tropical style. There was a variety of painted pictures hanging along the wall above the booths.

The staff there was very upbeat and friendly.

This place offers a wide variety of food such as sandwiches, pizza, ice cream, breadsticks, chicken, salads, wraps, a buffet, daily lunch specials and more.

Lake Louise offers hiking, paddling, swimming, in-line skating, fishing and the Shooting Star Bike Trail bisects through the park.

This bike trail is a big hit in LeRoy, Minnesota. Its extent is about 20 miles between LeRoy and Rose Creek, going through Lake Louise.

The trails scenic byway is one of the reasons why it is such a big attraction. Many native flowers are currently growing through out the trails, such as wild indigo, sunflowers, goldenrods, blazing stars and more.

Fast Frame & The Silver Pear Shoppe Fast Frame was a local shop that grabbed my attention on my way to St. Ansgar, Iowa. Inside the Lyle, Minnesota, store the color of the room was deep purple, filled with lots of pictures, frames and canvasses. The shop started in 1999 in Rochester and then moved to Lyle eight years ago.

The store’s decorations and all the colors was what caught my eye the most. From the handmade frames to the painted canvases

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Paradise Pizza is a locally owned restaurant in St. Ansgar, Iowa.

Home Sweet Home Home Sweet Home was a local shop I went to in St. Ansgar that has

just about any thing and every thing. Their building was established in 1984, in a restored building built in 1872. This store is a two-story building full of home decor/furnishings, cloths, earth-friendly goods, antiques and more. They have rustic style displays to country styles.

I have never seen a local shop that was so big, had so many things, and stayed organized and well put together.

The top floor consisted mostly of blankets, quilts, pillow cases and clothing. The bedding had all different kinds of colors and styles that you could mix and match. The bottom floor was mainly home decor, gardening decor, vases and a whole room of candles. Home Sweet home is the perfect place to shop for friends, family or even yourself.

een props, framed art and a cooler full of fresh flowers. One thing that Scent from Heaven is well known for being able to make arrangements for any occasion, the quality of their flowers and friendly service.

Hayward Calico Hutch Quilt Shop Calico Hutch Quilt Shop appeared to be a big hit in Hayward. The whole time I was there, there was a variety of different people of all ages coming in and out of the store. There was about three rooms full of different quilt designs, equipment, threads and more. There were quilts designs for kids, parents, grandparents — you name it.

For all of the items in the store, it was very organized.

Calico Hutch Quilt Shop was established in 1982 and has expanded since then.

They now do all kinds of classes, clubs, bus trips, custom quilting and retreats. When talking to one of the workers there, I was told that they have had people from all over the country come into their store.

People from Texas, Pennsylvania, Kentucky and Florida were all brought up.

Scent From Heaven When I was driving on the street leading to Scent From Heaven Floral, I came across a large sign with their company name on it, in between two large outdoor pots filled with colorful outdoor flowers and plants. Outside of their entry way was a variety of pots and baskets filled with all kinds of out door plants and flowers, including outdoor accessories. On the side of the shop were shelves full of mums and colorful pots.

When I walked inside the store, the room was full of Nick’s Country Store Meats and groceries is a locally owned store in Hayward house decorations, Hallow- best known for its freshly made meats.

Nick’s Country Store, Meats and Groceries Nick’s County Store is not your usual convenient store.

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This place is full of fresh sausages, bacon, turkey, ham, brats and more. When talking to Todd Enderson, the owner of the store, he said that the main draw to their customers is the summer sausage and jerky. They even custom process their own beef, pork, lamb and more. The building of Nick’s Country Store has been up since 1898, and became a grocery store in 1969, giving the store a old, vintage style. Every thing about this store is very unique. The service there is not only friendly but is known for dedication to their quality.

Myre-Big Island State Park The last stop to conclude my trip was Myre-Big Island State Park.

Myre-Big Island State Park runs along the Albert Lea lake and is known for all the outdoor options it offers.

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This park runs about eight miles along the Albert Lea Lake. Along with the park is a 117 acre island attached to the mainland, Big Island. Myre-Big Island State park offers an assortment of things to do such as boating, camping, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and more.

As I was first heading into the camping sites, I followed the road into a forest. The sun was hitting the trees that curved and came together like a bridge, which made the whole road glow green colors.

Down the road I came across a little bench looking out towards the Albert Lea Lake. The whole park is a very peaceful place, good for family camping or just a fun day trip with your friends.

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A full season ahead

Paramount, ArtWorks Center host new and returning events this fall Schedule

Paramount Theater •Oct. 1: Charlie Parr, 7:30 p.m.

•Oct. 14: Davina and the Vagabonds, 7:30 p.m.

•Oct. 22: Caravan du Nord featuring Bad Bad Hats, 7 p.m.

•Nov. 4-6: Matchbox Children’s Theatre’s “Nick of Time!” (A Detective Red Mistletoe Mystery) •Nov. 25: Jane Taylor Academy of Dance performs “The Nutcracker” Austin Artworks Center •Oct. 4: Uncork and Create: Sunflowers, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

•Oct. 6: Glass Fusing with Jennifer Forbes: Intro to Glass Fusing •Oct. 12: Kid’s Fused Glass Mosaic Handprint •Oct. 29: Music at the Bank: Part Time Ex’s, 7:30 p.m.

•Nov. 1: Fused glass painted snowflake quilt •Nov. 4: Dreamcatchers by Beth Hamilton •Nov. 10: Duo Beads Wrap Bracelet jewelry class •Nov. 16: Uncork and Create: Truck •Dec. 2: Fold forming leaf earrings jewelry class •Dec. 6: Uncork and Create: Let it snow •Dec. 14: Kids fused glass Santa •Dec. 15: Clay wheel throwing for various skill levels part 1 •Dec. 22: Clay wheel throwing for various skill levels part 2

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By Alex Smith

The Historic Paramount Theatre and Artworks Center will have a mix of new events and returning acts to keep Austin residents entertained throughout the fall season.

October will be a busy month at the Paramount Theatre with three music groups booked to perform.

“All three groups are fantastic and I think all of the events are going to be really popular,” said Jennie Knoebel, former Executive Director of the Austin Area Commission of Arts.

First on stage at the Paramount will be Charlie Parr, an Austin native and veteran of the stage at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 1. Parr has been traveling around singing his songs ever since leaving Austin, Minnesota, in the 1980s. Last year, he released his 13th album, “Stumpjumper,” through St. Paul-based Red House Records. He is now based out of Duluth, Minnesota.

“It’s always fantastic to have [Parr

return],” Knoebel said.

On Oct. 14, Davina and the Vagabonds will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Paramount. The last time they performed in Austin was 2011, and Knoebel thinks the group has greatly evolved since.

“Their career has definitely taken off since the last time they were at the Paramount,” she said.

Bringing listeners 100 years of American music and Davina’s originals, the band brings edgy nostalgia to older generations and fresh new music to younger ears. The quintet is held together by Davina’s keyboard playing, with acoustic bass, drums, and a spicy trumpet and trombone horn section. The group’s focused, clean sound and emphasis on acoustic instruments is novel to both blues and jazz worlds, and sets the show closer to New Orleans than to Chicago.

Capping off October, the Caravan du Nord presents Bad Bad Hats, an

indie-rock band from Minneapolis at 7 p.m. on Oct. 22. The Caravan du Nord is an ongoing project of The Minnesota Music Coalition. The tour creates partnerships between independent musicians, who are not traditionally viewed as members of the fine arts community and presenters who are excited to engage new audiences with the artists. [“Caravan du Nord] brings Twin Cities bands to greater Minnesota and gives them more exposure to the rest of the state,” Knoebel said. “It’s music that you might consider traveling to the cities for. You get to experience it right at home.”

Bad Bad Hats band members Kerry Alexander, Chris Hoge and Noah Boswell met while attending Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota. Alexander and Hoge began writing songs together in 2010 and Boswell solidified the lineup when he joined in 2012.

In early 2013, Afternoon Records signed the trio and released their “It Hurts” EP. Most recently, they released their debut LP, “Psychic Reader” on July 17.

Knoebel believes the Paramount is the perfect place to kick back and enjoy these bands as the weather gets colder.

“The Paramount is such a cool venue,” she said. “[These concerts are] a great opportunity to listen to music there.”

Matchbox Children’s Theater will also perform “Nick of Time!,” a detective red mistletoe Mystery, at the theater at 7 p.m. on Nov.

4 and 2 p.m. Nov. 5-6.

At the Artworks Center, things will get musical once again. After some time off, Music at the Bank will return with several artists performing in the upstairs area of the Artworks Center. Since they purchased a sound system for the building, it’ll be simpler to put on shows there.

“It’s a really great way to do music in a different way,” Knoebel said.

Ian Hilmer will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 16 and Part Time Ex’s are scheduled to play at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 29. The decision to bring back Music at the Bank came from a resurgence of people interested in hearing music at the Artworks Center. Knoebel is thrilled to make the second floor a venue again.

“It has a really nice feel,” she said. “It makes you feel like you’re in a big city.”

The Artworks Center also has a full line up of classes planned for the fall. There will be a wildlife oil painting class on Sept. 10, Uncork & Create: Minnesota on Sept. 15 and many other classes throughout the season.

Kevin Strauss will also teach writing workshops as part of a six week series on Sept.

14, 21, 28 and Oct. 5, 12 and 19. It is not required for participants to attend all six events.

“It’s something new and different,” Knoebel said.

There will also be a puppet-making workshop in partnership with Z Puppets in Minneapolis on Nov 26. Children will create

Charlie Parr

Photo by Garrett Born

their puppet projects using items they find. Z Puppets will return in the spring for another workshop and performance.

“We don’t usually do a lot of family shows,” Knoebel said. “It’s a first opportunity to bring in a children’s theater show.”

With a full schedule of art, music and writing events, Austin residents will have plenty of opportunities to get their creative juices flowing throughout the season.

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Talking music Caravan du Nord rolls back into Austin

Bad Bad Hats

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By Jason Schoonover

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nother dose of music and artistic discussions are coming to Austin.

The Caravan du Nord will return to Austin on Oct. 22 with a 7:30 p.m. concert headlined by Twin Cities up-and-comers Bad Bad Hats at the Historic Paramount Theatre after an afternoon of workshops.

Ellen Stanley, executive director of the Minnesota Music Coalition, which organizes the Caravan, described Bad Bad Hats as a young, fun indie rock band.

“They’re one of the up-and-coming bands,” she said. “They’re touring nationally and they’re from the cities,” Local band Severe Logic, a pop, rock and country group, will open the show and Americana act Erik Koskinen will also play.

The Caravan du Nord is a continuing project put on by the Minnesota Music Coalition and sponsored by 89.3 The Current as a way to bring big state acts to communities in greater Minnesota.

“It’s about exposing more audiences across Minnesota to new music and also connecting the artist with new venues to play and sharing their music and their skills, and I feel like Austin is a great example of those audiences really connecting with those artists,” Stanley said.

Stanley said the Caravan aims to bring something fun and outside of the box, as the shows typically feature a collection of various music so there’s fun for everyone.

Last year’s Austin concert brought Har Mar Superstar, someone Stanley said was a bit out of the box for some people, but she said the people came out and really enjoyed the show.

The Caravan has six stops across Minnesota, but this is the only one featuring this lineup.

The Caravan has been coming to Austin for several years, and Stanley hopes that will continue well into the future.

“It’s certainly one of our anchor destinations,” she said.

Stanley praised the Austin Area Commission for the Arts and people like former

AACA Executive Director Jennie Knoebel for supporting the Caravan.

But the Caravan isn’t just about the performance. In recent years, the Minnesota Musical Coalition has hosted workshops at the Austin ArtWorks Center, 300 N. Main St., to help musicians and artists learn some tools of the trade.

This year’s stop will feature two workshops from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. One session will focus on grant writing opportunities, while the second workshop’s theme hasn’t yet been set.

Stanley described the workshops as a great way to hone artistic skills, meet artists and industry professionals and learn about the business.

Plus, Stanley noted the workshops and shows have been embraced by fans and participants from Austin and neighboring communities.

“It’s been great because the actual audiences are just so game,” she said with a laugh.

Stanley said the goal is for the workshops to meet community needs of musicians and artists.

The panels will feature members of the Minnesota Music Coalition, people from the regional arts council, representatives from The Current and grant writers.

While the sessions focus on musicians, Stanley noted they topics covered can be used by a variety of artistic-minded people,

like designers, writers, visual artist and more.

In fact, Stanley hopes the sessions will connect artistic-minded people of various disciplines who may be able to work together.

“The more we can do that, the better,” she said.

After the sessions, a social hour will follow at Dusty’s Lounge from 5 to 6 p.m., which Stanley said is a great time for the artists to meet and mingle more of for people to stop by and check it out.

Along with the Caravan du Nord, the Minnesota Music Coalition sponsors programming throughout the year. For more on the Minnesota Music Coalition and other programs, visit www.mnmusiccoalition.org.

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2016-17 season rundown Cabaret

7:30 p.m. Oct. 5, 6, 7, 8 and 2 p.m. Oct. 9 Book by Joe Masteroff Music by John Kander Lyrics by Fred Ebb

It’s a Wonderful Life

7:30 p.m. Nov. 16, 17, 18, 19 and 2 p.m. Nov. 20 Adapted for the stage by James W. Rodgers Based on the film by Frank Capra and the story by Philip Van Doren Stern

The Language Archive

7:30 p.m. Feb. 22, 23, 24, 25 and 2 p.m. Feb. 26

By Julia Cho

Seussical

7 p.m. April 21, 22, 27, 28, 29 and 2 p.m. April 23 and 30.

Music by Stephen Flaherty Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty Based on the works of Dr. Seuss.

Starting with style

Riverland Theatre opens to big season of shows Story by Abby Jewett

Riverland Community College’s theatre department has four powerful and fun shows lined up for the Austin community for its 2016-17 season, which will center on well-loved classics, new faces, and musicals that warm the heart.

“Cabaret” will kick off with its dark and thoughtful tone on Oct. 5-9. It follows the story of writer Clifford Bradshaw and singer Sally Bowles as they escape from the reality of a pre-World War II Germany. Powerful and extremely entertaining, this version of “Cabaret” incorporates songs from the well-known movie, such as “Maybe This Time” and “Money.”

“It just felt like a really appropriate time to do this show,” said Riverland Theatre Director Lindsey Duoos Williams. “This show serves as a really good reminder to engage with what is happening in your world…because there can be really dire consequences if you try to step away.”

“Cabaret” is recommended for ages 14 and older.

The next show, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” will be performed Nov. 16-20, and will be directed by faculty member Susan V. Hansen. Those who loved the 1946 movie will fall in love all over again with this theatrical adaption. The story focuses on George Bailey, who despairs over his seemingly monotonous life until his guardian angel shows him what the world would be like if he never existed. This play serves to remind the audience of what they value and why they fight for the things they believe in.

“It’s a Wonderful Life” is a warm and entertaining story coming just in time for the holiday season. It is recommended for ages 10 and older.

The spring season starts off Feb. 22-26 with a relatively unknown title: “The Language Archive.” This compelling play follows a man who archives dying languages. He struggles to find the words to say to his wife as his marriage starts to

Tickets go on sale Sept. 6 for all four shows. To order tickets go to: http://riverland. universitytickets.com/user_pages/event_listings.asp or visit the box office open 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday and one hour before the performances.

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die just like the languages he archives. “The Language Archive” is a contemporary play about love, loss, and the feelings hidden beneath words. This play will be directed by Susan V. Hansen.

Williams added that “The Language Archive” is entertaining, funny, and thought-provoking. The show has never been done at Riverland before, so it is an exciting addition to this season’s shows. The show is recommended for ages 12 and older.

Riverland Theatre is ending its season with style. The musical “Seussical” will play in two sections, Apr. 21-23 and Apr. 27-30.

Lindsey Duoos Williams directs this musical, which will feature characters from books by Dr. Seuss. These characters live in the hearts of many adults and children today. From Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, to Gertrude McFuzz, “Seussical” incorporates well-loved characters with bright and colorful music from Tony Award-winning composer Stephen Flaherty and lyrics from Lynn Ahrens.

“Seussical” is appropriate for all ages.

“Adults aren’t going to feel like they’re watching a kid’s show,” Williams said.

“There’s something in it for everyone.”

Season tickets for Riverland’s 2016-17 season are on sale for $50 through Oct. 9. Individual tickets for each of the four productions can be purchased at the box office starting Sept. 6.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.

Beatrice, played by Jennifer Bute, exchanges barbs with Vic Wylde, playing Signior Benedick, during rehearsal for the Riverland production of “Much Ado About Nothing” last season.

Herald file photo

riverland.edu/tickets, or in person and by phone after Sept. 6. Call the Riverland Theatre Box Office at 507-433-0595 or email boxoffice@riverland.edu to purchase a season ticket. For more information, download the season brochure at www.riverland.edu/ theatre.

The box office runs Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m, and one hour before performances. Individual ticket prices for “Cabaret” and “Seussical” are $16, and $13 for “It’s a Wonderful Life” and “The Language Archive.” Riverland students get two free tickets to each show.

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Bruins expecting to contend once again

By Rocky Hulne

The Austin Bruins were one win away from making it to their third straight Robertson Cup last season, and they’re hoping to be in contention to back in that position again this season.

The Bruins won both of their home games against Bismarck in the NAHL Central Finals last year, but they lost all three contests on the road. Getting home-ice advantage will be crucial for the Bruins, who will be led by second year head coach Kyle Grabowski.

Austin recently made a big move when it traded for defenseman Cole Thompson of the Aberdeen Wings in

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exchange for a fourth round pick in the 2017 NAHL draft.

The Bruins also bolstered their roster when they drafted defenseman Peter Zsombor Garat of Budapest, Hungary, forward John Wojciechowski of Larmont, New York, forward Cole Lawrence of Eden Prairie and forward Micahel Montambault of Ann Arbor, Michigan.

As usual, Austin will open its season in the NAHL Showcase in Blaine. The Bruins will play their first eight games away from home, but then they will play eight of nine in Riverside Arena.

Austin will open its home schedule when it hosts Bismarck 7:05 p.m. Oct. 14.

Schedule/Home games in bold Oct. 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Bismarck, 7:15 p.m.

Oct. 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Brookings, 7:05 p.m.

Oct. 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Aberdeen, 7:15 p.m.

Oct. 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Bismarck, 7:05 p.m.

Oct. 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Bismarck, 7:05 p.m.

Oct. 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Coulee Region, 7 p.m.

Oct. 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Minot, 7:05 p.m.

Oct. 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Minot, 7:05 p.m.

Nov. 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Bismarck, 7:05 p.m.

Nov. 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Bismarck, 7:05 p.m.

Nov. 12. . . . . . . . . . vs. Coulee Region, 7:05 p.m.

Nov. 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Brookings, 7:05 p.m.

Nov. 18.. . . . vs. Minnesota Magicians, 7:05 p.m.

Nov. 19 . . . . . . . at Minnesota Magicians, 7:15 p.m.

Nov. 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Janesville, 7 p.m.

Nov. 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Janesville, 7 p.m.

Nov. 26. . . . vs. Minnesota Magicians, 7:05 p.m.

Dec. 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Aberdeen, 7:05 p.m.

Dec. 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Aberdeen, 7:05 p.m.

Dec. 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Coulee Region, 7 p.m.

Dec. 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Brookings, 7:05 p.m.

Dec. 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Brookings, 7:05 p.m.

Dec. 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Brookings, 10 a.m.

Dec. 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Bismarck, 7:15 p.m.

Dec. 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Bismarck, 7:15 p.m.

Dec. 30. . . . . . at Minnesota Wilderness, 7:05 p.m.

Dec. 31. . . . vs. Minnesota Wilderness, 7:05 p.m.

Jan. 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Brookings, 7:05 p.m.

Jan. 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Aberdeen, 7:15 p.m.

Jan. 13 . . . . . . . at Minnesota Magicians, 7:15 p.m.

Jan. 14 . . . . . . . . . . vs. Coulee Region, 7:05 p.m.

Jan. 20 . . . . vs. Minnesota Wilderness, 7:05 p.m.

Jan. 21 . . . . . . at Minnesota Wilderness, 7:05 p.m.

Jan. 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Janesville, 7:05 p.m.

Jan. 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Janesville, 7:05 p.m.

Feb. 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Aberdeen, 7:05 p.m.

Feb. 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vs. Aberdeen, 7:05 p.m.

Feb. 10. . . . . . . . . . vs. Coulee Region, 7:05 p.m.

Feb. 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . at Coulee Region, 7:05 p.m.

Feb. 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Brookings, 7:05 p.m.

Feb. 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Brookings, 7:05 p.m.

Feb. 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Minot, 7:35 p.m.

Feb. 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Minot, 8:05 p.m.

March 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Aberdeen, 7:15 p.m.

March 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Aberdeen, 7:15 p.m.

March 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Bismarck, 7:05 p.m.

March 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Bismarck, 7:05 p.m.

March 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Minot, 7:05 p.m.

March 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vs. Minot, 7:05 p.m.

March 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Coulee Region, 7 p.m.

March 25. . . . . . . . . vs. Coulee Region, 7:05 p.m.

March 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Minot, 7:35 p.m.

April 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Minot, 7:35 p.m.

April 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Bismarck, 7:15 p.m.

April 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Bismarck, 7:15 p.m.

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Artist Series returns Austin High School’s Knowlton Auditorium will host the 73rd annual Austin Artist Series this year.

There will be five different musical acts in Austin as part of the Artist series from October to April. In addition to the Austin concerts, the Austin artist series ticket will serve as a pass to four additional concerts in Osage, Iowa. As well as five additional concerts in Albert Lea. “Our goal is to provide the community with world class art and music,” said Austin Artist Series President Nancy Dolphin.

The first concert in Austin, Dallas Brass will, feature a song in collaboration with members of the AHS band.

Stride Piano, which will be in Austin Feb. 10, will bring visual art in addition to their performance.

The concerts in Osage will be located at the Cedar River Complex in the Stillman Auditorium. The concerts in Albert Lea will be located in The Albert Lea High School Auditorium.

Prices for tickets to access to all 14

concerts are $45 for Adults, $95 for families and $15 for students.

For more information on the artist series, call 507-437-2065, visit www.austinartistseries.org or visit AustinArtistSeries on Facebook.

ASO schedule (after Sept. 30)

•Fir, Oct. 15, Albert Lea •Dallas Brass, Oct. 18, Austin •Jenn Bostic, Nov. 15, Austin •New Odyssey Christmas, Nov. 19, Osage, Iowa •Stride Piano, Feb. 10, 2017, Austin •A band called Honalee, Feb. 23, 2017, Osage, Iowa •Chamber Orchestra Kremlin, March 5, 2017, Albert Lea •Acoustic Eidolon, March 11, 2017, Austin •Rhythm future quartet, March 20, 2017, Albert Lea •America’s Roots of Pop, April 3, 2017, Osage, Iowa •Wylie & the Wild West, April 26, 2017, Austin •Twin Fiddle Express, May, 30, 2017, Albert Lea

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HHH ready for full slate of fall, holiday events The Hormel Historic Home has a busy season ahead, which will only pickup during the holidays. Here’s what’s coming up: •Oct. 11: History Happy Hour featuring Stories of Orphan Train Riders. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for the 6 p.m. presentations.

The event is free for members of HHH, Mower County Historical Society, and the Friends of the Library. $5 for non-members.

•Oct. 18: Hearth and Home Series 10 a.m. Free History of Spam with Spam Samples.

•Oct. 26: The annual Bartender Contest

Mower County Historical Society events: The Mower County Historical Society will host Christmas in the County on Friday, Dec. 9, and Saturday, Dec 10.

Pre-Sale Bake Sale will be from 4 to 6 on Dec. 9 and the main event will be from 3 to 7 p.m. on Dec. 10. Festivities will include bake sale, kid’s activities, silent auction, raffle, wagon rides, chili meal, and visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus.

MCHS Annual Meeting will be at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 3 at 6 p.m. The event is open to the public with a catered meal. Registration is required and it usually costs $15 per person.

However, only MCHS members can vote.

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returns with doors opening at 5 p.m. for the 6 p.m. contest. Cost is $5 per person.

•Nov. 15: Hearth and Home Series 10 a.m. Free event on Crockpot Creations by Chef Kristine.

•Holiday Open House Events: The holidays will be here before we know it, and the HHH is planning for displays and festive events: —Nov. 17: Holiday Card Playing Party , 12 p.m., $10 per person.

—Nov. 18: Enchanted Evening Tours and Bissen Family Concert, 6 p.m.

—Nov. 19: Holiday Open House and Tours,11 a.m.-2 p.m., $10 per person

—Nov. 19: Soup and Santa Event,$5 per person.

•Dec. 2 and 3: A Handmade Christmas returns with 30-plus vendors for the annual craft market. From 4 to 9 p.m. on Friday, there will be wine, walking hor d’oeuvres, massages and music. Then from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday there will be tours of the decorated house, treats and holiday drinks.

•Dec. 12: History Happy Hour featuring Historical Holidays. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for the 6 p.m. presentations. Free for members of HHH, Mower County Historical Society, and the Friends of the Library, while cost is $5 for non-members.

Dexter with Randy Breitbarth the owner of the Oasis Bar & Grill in Dexter This story appeared in the Herald’s 2016 Progress edition.

Q: How long have you owned the Oasis?

A: Just over a year.

Q: What’s the most challenging part of running the business?

A: Consistency. The bar and grill business can be hit and miss depending on the season and the economy, but we have great customers and employees that help out.

Q: What’s the best part of running the Oasis?

A: Seeing the regular customers, meeting new ones, and getting to work with my family and friends every day.

Q: What have you learned about Dexter from running the business?

A: Its a great tight-knit community where everybody is very friendly and helpful.

Q: How has the business changed since you bought it?

A: We cleaned everything from top to bottom, opened it up to provide more eating room, brought in a new menu with high quality food with the best burgers in southeastern Minnesota.

Q: What does the business mean to the Dexter community?

A: Its been a staple of main street Dexter for many years. It’s a great place to come grab a burger and beer and just visit with the locals.

Q: What’s your favorite food, drink available at the Oasis?

A: Our famous ribeye steak sandwich with an ice cold beer. You can’t go wrong with that.

Q: What’s one thing your customers don’t know about you?

A: I’m the oldest of five great brothers.

Q: If you were on a deserted island,

what books would you bring?

A: A good survival book.

Q: If you won the lottery, what’s the first thing you would buy?

A: A house on a golf course somewhere warm, and I’d probably get the wife something nice too.

Q: When you were young, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A: pro golfer Q: If you could have starred in one movie

or TV show, what character would you be?

A: Jason Bourne Q: What would be on your bucket list?

A: Travel the world.

Q: What’s the most embarrassing thing that happened to you while on the job?

A: Spilled a beer on a lady. Thankfully she was very nice about it Q: If you could spend one day with one person in history, who would it be?

A: Either one of my grandpas.

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Farmer John’s open through Halloween

By Jason Schoonover Farmer John’s Pumpkin Patch is open for its 28th year in business.

The pumpkin patch opened Sept. 17 and is open daily from noon to 6 p.m. through Oct. 31.

Farmer John and his wife, Jan, started Farmer John’s Pumpkin Patch, located at 90537 273rd St. northwest of Austin, unintentionally in the 1980s after a friend wanted to bring his grandchildren to see the pumpkins that Farmer John planted to control weeds. The Ullands started selling pumpkins to area stores, mostly to get rid of them. Through word of mouth, others started to get interested in seeing the farm.

The farm features wagon rides, antique farm equipment, animals — dogs, cats and chickens — broom corn, gourds, and about eight acres of pumpkins. The pumpkin patch is family-friendly and has options for children’s entertainment, although Farmer John said the children are drawn to one specific area the most.

There are also games and learning opportunities inside the barn, and groups can make reservations to tour the pumpkin patch. Groups of children from area preschools and schools also show up to learn about the pumpkin patch.

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kins and raspberries.

Wagon rides will be offered from about 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

Farmer John’s is also a great spot for photo opportunities. They have an old pickup-truck, an old tractor that’s been repainted and an old snowmobile sitting outside. But these aren’t the only things that draw families.

Families get a free pumpkin for every baby born after Oct. 15, 2015.

Directions: To Farmer John’s, 90537 273rd St. Austin, MN 55912. NOTE: Some online GPS services often lead to the wrong location. From Highway 218, turn west onto 270th Street at The Corners, continue onto the Mower-Freeborn Road, turn west onto 273rd Street and continue a half mile. From Highway 251, turn south at Corning onto the Mower-Freeborn Road, go 3/4 of a mile, turn west onto 273rd Street and continue a half mile.

Rolling on Rohler Rink open all season Things are still rolling at a Brownsdale staple.

Brownsdale’s Rohler Rink is open to groups and individuals looking to take a trip down memory lane or for some new experiences this fall and winter.

Brett and Ronda Rohl bought the Brownsdale community staple in 2005 and renamed it Rohler Rink.

The first roller rink at the site was built in 1955, but it burned down and was rebuilt larger by original owner Mark Staples. After several years in operation, the building was empty for more than two years before the Rohls took it over. Now, it op-

erates and invites roller skaters in regularly.

The rink gets about three or four large groups per month, many of which are school groups.

Rohl said the groups come from Mankato, Owatonna, Rochester, Fairbault, Stwartville, Dodge Center, Southland, Grand Meadow and others.

Rohl estimated about 50 to 60 people skate each Friday.

Much of the business is also teens and children coming to skate on the weekends or holding birthday parties. Rohl said they also rent the rink for wedding receptions.

For more information, visit www.rohlerrink. com/party-packages.

JUNE 1 – DEC. 31 HOURS Friday: 7–10 p.m.

Saturday: 1–4 p.m.

JAN. 5–MAY 31 HOURS Friday: 7–10 p.m.

Saturday: 1–4 p.m. and 7–10 p.m.

Sunday: 2–5 p.m.

Admission: $6 Skate Rental: $3 Blade Rental: $3 For more, visit www.rohlerrink.com.

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ime to hit the road and enjoy the outdoors. If you’re looking for a campground to enjoy some good times, look no further than these area stops to get your outdoor fix.

Brookside Campground 52482 320th Street Blooming Prairie 507-583-2979 Ready for some relaxing fun?

Brookside has plenty of amenities, from wagon rides to volleyball, a heated pool to an arcade and movie rentals. It’s got fishing, canoeing, volleyball and plenty of picnic tables, fire rings, and camp space for a summer getaway.

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp Resort at Beaver Trails 21943 630th Avenue, Austin 507-584-6611 Come down to Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp Resort for good old fashioned fun. There’s camping, a pool (complete with waterslide), volleyball, a giant jumping bag and a theme every weekend this summer perfect for a family outing.

Lake Louise State Park 1.5 miles north of LeRoy 507-352-5111 www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_ parks/lake_louise/index.html Lake Louise has got campgrounds, swimming beaches, bike trails and more. Connected to the as-yet-unfinished Shooting Star Trail, this camp also has horse trails.

Austin-Albert Lea KOA 84259 County Road 46 Hayward I-90, Exit 166 507-373-5170 A great place for RVs and cabin rentals. There’s a large pool, a game room, theme weekends, a nine-hole golf course and driving range next door, not to mention a spacious meeting hall.

Oakwoods Trails Campground 23614 890th Ave Austin 507-437-6165 There’s large campsites for tenting and RVs, volleyball, basketball, horseshoes, fishing and hiking trails, electric hookups, and showers and bathrooms.

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River Bend Campground 13380 State Highway 105 Lyle 507-583-2979 Take a trip to the River Bend Campground for a picturesque camping experience. Offers basic amenities, firewood and playground at wooded sites along the river.

Myre — Big Island State Park 19499 780th Avenue Albert Lea 507-379-3403 www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_ parks/myre_big_island/index.html Make time this summer for hiking, camping, canoeing and even a little geocaching at Albert Lea’s own state park, just three miles southeast of town.

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A dazzling display of stars Looking for a dazzling sight this fall? Try the Sola Fide Observatory, just a few miles south of Austin on Highway 105.

Austin’s premier stargazing opportunity is owned by the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center. The observatory is open on select Saturday nights throughout the fall, which means people can get a great view most weekends.

The observatory will open at:

Public Viewing Schedule Oct. 8, 8 p.m. (Moon) Oct. 22, 8 p.m.

Nov. 5, 8 p.m.

Nov. 12, 8 p.m. (Moon) Dec. 10, 8 p.m. (Moon) March 4, 8 p.m. (Moon) March 25, 8 p.m.

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Instruments hit the right note along Mill Pond

By Jason Schoonover

stop and play a little tune and walk on,” she said.

Underwood found the instruments through a Flagship Recre-

The latest additions along the trail along Mill Pond is hitting the right note.

The city of Austin added large park instruments — two metallophones, three drums and the Grandioso, which features 15 chimes — to the trail along Horace Austin Park. Austin Parks and Rec Director Kim Underwood said they’ve already proved popular with people around town.

“It’s just fun and different and adds to that whole play area and just walking down the path if you

List of Austin city parks

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ation catalog, and Austin officials had previously toured the company’s Minnesota plant.

The instruments were added through an estate donation gifted

by Lydia Lein, which aimed to add fun additions to the park. Those donations will also replace some of the signs around Mill Pond, according to Underwood. She also said memorial funds will also be used to add a statue to a planter in town.

The instruments were added along the trail so they’d be accessible per the Americans with Disabilities Act.

—Murphy’s Creek, Seventh Street & 24th Avenue NW —North Driesner, Eighth Street & Oakland Place SE —Northwest, 12th Street & 13th Avenue NW —Orchard Creek, 16th Avenue SW —Rotary Centennial, Main Street & Eighth Avenue SE —Sherman, 14th Street & Sixth Avenue NW —Shirley Theel Memorial, 400 25th St. SW —South Driesner, Oakland Place SE —South Grove, 21st Avenue & 4th Drive SW —Sterling, 17th Street & Fifth Avenue SW —Sutton, 12th Street & Oakland Place SE —Todd, 11th Street & 21st Avenue NE —Whittier, Seventh Street & Third Avenue SE —Wildwood, 10th Street & 16th Avenue NE —Worlein, 606 1st Drive NW

BP’s the place for the holidays Austin Daily Herald Blooming Prairie will get into the season this Christmas with its annual Holiday Dazzle.

This year’s downtown event will take place Dec. 2 and will feature a lot of familiar activities — Mr. and Mrs. Claus, wagon rides, child bands playing music throughout the streets and more.

Downtown businesses will soon meet to discuss more Holiday Dazzle events, which means even more fun family activities.

Other events:

Nov. 3: Wine tasting at the Servicemen’s Club, 6:30 p.m.

Nov. 13: Annual banquet at the Servicemen’s Club, 6 p.m.

Dec. 14: Business After Hours at Farmers & Merchants State Bank, 5-7 p.m.

Students walked around playing Christmas music during the Holiday Dazzle in Blooming Prairie.

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From 6:50 to 10 p.m. Oct. 14 and 15, the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center with the help of co-sponsors The Matchbox Children’s Theatre will lead groups of 25 on a 45-minute hike to enjoy “spook”tacular Halloween and nature skits performed by creatures, critters and spirits of the night. Then relax inside Ruby Rupner Auditorium with cider and treats! Event is designed to appeal to children ages 4-11 (accompanied by an adult), but all ages are welcome. Cost is $6 per person. Tickets are available at Super Fresh Produce, Bakery & Garden Center, 2104 Fourth St. NW. Those interested in playing a part in the warmup can call Matchbox Theatre at 507-437-9078.

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Austin Symphony Orchestra LeRoy fall and winter celebrating its 60th season calendar

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he Austin Symphony Orchestra will be celebrating its 60th anniversary season starting with a concert called, “Heroes,” Oct. 30. Area children in grades 4, 5, and 6 will be invited to attend a shortened version of ‘Heroes” the following morning. The Matchbox Children’s Theatre will be featured in this concert as they act out the parts to “Peter and the Wolf” by Prokofiev. Other selections include “Night on Bald Mountain”, John Williams’ “The Superman March,” “Batman” by Danny Elfman and other orchestral treats.

Then ASO will perform “Christmas Past, Present, and Future” on Dec. 11 with the Children’s Chorus from the MacPhail School of Music. Then on Feb. 26, ASO will perform a concert called “Remembrance” featuring hometown violinist Richard Roberts, who is now the

Concertmaster of the Montreal Symphony. He will be featured on Mendelssohn’s “Violin Concerto,” and the concert will take place in a venue the orchestra has never visited before: St. Olaf Lutheran Church.

The season culminates with a concert to celebrate 60 years called “Homecoming.” Anyone who has ever played with the orchestra will be invited to play again.

The concert will feature ever-popular pianists Roberto Plano and Paola Del Negro on a Bruch “Concerto for Two Pianos.” The orchestra will also play the soothing and familiar “New World Symphony” and Dvorak’s “Symphony No. 9.”

Season tickets are now on sale at www.austinmnsymphony.org and online donations are also welcome.

Brochures and tickets will go out by mail in the following weeks.

ASO 60th anniversary season

Mendelssohn: “Violin Concerto,” Richard Roberts, Violin Faure: “Requiem”

1. “Heroes” 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 30 Featuring the Matchbox Children’s Theater 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 31, (Children’s Concerts and Costume Party) at Knowlton Auditorium Beethoven: “Fidelio Overture” Prokofiev: “Peter and the Wolf” Falla: “Ritual Fire Dance” from “El amor brujo” Kabalevsky: “Colas Breugnon Overture” Mussorgsky: “Night on Bald Mountain” Tan Dun: “The Eternal Vow” from “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” Williams: “Superman March” Elfman: “Batman” 2. “Christmas Past, Present, and Future” Sunday, Dec. 11 With the MacPhail Children’s Chorus and Mark Woeste, tuba Prokofiev: “Troika from Lt. Kije” Amundson: “Angel’s Dance” Kallman: “Messiah Prince of Peace from Meditation” Woeste: “Frosty the Snowman. A Tuba Fantasy” Stephenson: “Holiday Medley Fanfare No. 1” 3. “Remembrance” (In memory of our orchestral forebears) Richard Roberts, Violin (Concertmaster of the Montreal Symphony) 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 26 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church Sylvester: “An American Hero”

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4. Homecoming (An Orchestra Reunion) Roberto Plano and Paola del Negro, duo Pianists 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 7 at Knowlton Auditorium Amundson: “Sola Gratia” Bruch: “Concerto for 2 Pianos” Dvorak: “Symphony No. 9” (From “The New World”)

Oct. 1: Presbyterian Church Bazaar (9 a.m.) & Meatball Dinner (11 a.m.)

Oct. 1 & 2: Fall Festival Dept 20 & Oct. 1: City-Wide Garage Sales Oct. 1:Scarecrow Contest for Local Businesses Oct. 22: Fall Candle Light Walk Oct. 23: Harvest Dessert Contest Nov. 2: Blood Drive Nov. 5 & 6: LeRoy Community Theater Old Time Radio Theater Nov. 6: St. Patrick’s Fall Dinner Nov. 12: L-O Forever Banquet Dec. 3: Cookie Walk, Craft Sale & Soup Luncheon at LeRoy Community School Commons Dec. 10: Breakfast with Santa Dec. 28: Red Cross Blood Drive

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