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Gettin’ Lucky.

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6 SoMinn State of Mind

16 Amy’s TV Crush

The Tip Your Bartender Manifesto.

No Apologies

For the love of vinyl.

8 Finding the Irish in Southern Minnesota

While many Minnesotan’s find their roots in Scandinavian countries, there’s another less common but fiercely proud heritage: the irish.

12 Irish Musician Laura MacKenzie

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hat does it mean to be “lucky”? You’re lucky if you have a place to live, clothes to wear, food to eat, and job which allows you the aforementioned things. You’re lucky (or is your mother?) if you walk on the sidewalk and manage to avoid any spaces in the cement (also known as cracks). You’re lucky if you find a penny on the ground, carry a rabbit’s foot or if it rains on your wedding day. You’re lucky if you find a four leaf clover, if you pick the right horse to win a race, if you pick anything that wins, actually, you’re lucky. We have a lot of different ways that we use to determine if someone is lucky. But what is real luck? Where does it come from? And who decides who gets it? Can you make your own? In the movie Little Black Book (which stars the late Brittany Murphy – sort of a terrible movie but bear with me), the main character’s mother tells her luck is “preparation plus opportunity”. This

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philosophy requires you to make your own luck, so to speak. For example, if you want a particular job, you would go to school for that profession, then wait for the right opening to come along. Once you landed said dream job, it could be seen from the outside as luck, when really it was working hard to get what you want. To me, there are two kinds of luck. There’s actual luck, which isn’t really luck at all. It’s doing everything you can to be what you want, get where you want, and then knowing how or when to be in the right place when the opportunity hits so you can grab it. The last part is very important. Because I think a lot of people prepare for their dreams, finally get the opportunity and don’t go after it. Then there’s the other kind of luck, the kind you don’t chase after – which I prefer to call chance. Have you ever heard of the 80-20 rule (aka the Pareto principle)? If you’re not familiar, allow

me to assist you. The 80-20 rule is when 80% of the effects come from 20% of the causes. This rule applies to a number of things, and one area where I am certain it exists is contests. It means 20% of the people that enter, win 80% of the prizes. We all know someone in the 20%. You know that person who is always fricking winning stuff? I hate those people! Just kidding, no I don’t. (Yes I do.) No I don’t…well ok maybe a little. If you see them putting their name in, you know there’s no point in putting yours in, because they will WIN! It’s SCIENCE! Oh, I almost forgot about the 3rd kind of lucky. That is, the Daft Punk kind that you apparently have to wait up all night for, and win Grammys. That’s a special rare kind of lucky. This St. Patrick’s Day, I hope luck finds you, whether it’s because you worked for it, you’re in the 20% or you stayed up all night. :-)

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ccording to Time Magazine, St. Patrick’s Day is the second “booziest” day of the year, next to New Year’s Eve. I have to believe the margin – however they managed to measure it – is razor thin. A whole lot of you will be out on the 17th looking for Guinness, Jameson and green beer (Really? Drinking Bud Light with food dye in it makes you feel more festive? Whatever, dude. Knock yourself out.) I know this because I used to be a bartender. For four years, I worked at a popular British Pub in a college town with a killer patio and an outstanding beer selection. I worked with a lot of outstanding professionals, and got to know some truly fantastic people. I loved being a bartender. Loved it. Except when I didn’t. I used to joke that there was this thing that happened to me after midnight. I went from the affable, easy going smart-ass guy who wants to make you a great drink, to a surly, condescending crab-ass with a very short fuse. I lost my temper more than once with out-of-line customers, and I was never proud of it. It’s part of the reason I got out of the business altogether. Best to leave before something really bad happened. But, just because I’m out, doesn’t mean I’ve forgotten the lessons. And, frankly, now that I don’t have to worry about offending my clientele, I can offer some bar wisdom. Maybe some of this is telling tales out of school, and some of it is divulging industry secrets, but it’s for everybody’s own good. I still love my service industry brethren, and I do this with their best interest at heart. First and foremost, you really do need to tip your bartender (and your server too, for that matter). I tell you this for your own good. Yes, Minnesota requires that restaurant employers pay their employees at least minimum wage, but nobody working behind a bar or serving you cocktails thinks the work they do is worth $8 an hour. It’s hard damn work. It’s long, long hours spent on your feet almost the whole time. Breaks can be hard to come by, especially when the place gets busy. And the

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person behind that bar is a skilled worker. There’s a lot more to the job than filling your glass with beer. Every time you buy a drink, throw at least a dollar in their jar, or put at least 15% on your tab. I promise you there’s direct a relationship between the number of times you tip and the amount of time you spend waiting for your drink. Also, don’t just round up to the nearest dollar. Unless you received truly poor service – then you’re under no obligation to tip anybody – a $.06 tip is a much bigger insult than getting stiffed. And being a college student doesn’t exempt you from this process. You’re receiving the same service as everybody else, and those people aren’t serving you for their health or the greater good. If you can’t afford to tip them, then you can’t afford to go out. Secondly, nobody wants to cut you off. If a bartender let’s you know that they can no longer serve you alcohol, it’s because you’re absolutely destroyed. They aren’t doing it to be vindictive, or to mess with you. They’re cutting you off because there is an insane amount of liability that goes along with the job. If they over-serve you and something terrible happens, they will get fired, and they could very well go to jail. Believe me, they don’t want to cut you off. They know you’re going to argue about it, and they know it could become a thing. They wouldn’t go through the hassle of all that if they didn’t have to. Along those same lines, if you aren’t 21, please don’t even try. The amount of crap that can come down on a bartender for serving a minor is mountainous. Job loss, jail, worse yet, the establishment where they work can have their liquor license revoked. One stupid nineteen year old kid who looks twenty-three can put a bar out of business because he wanted a Long Island Ice Tea. So, when a bartender asks for your ID, please don’t be offended. This is serious business. And, to newly minted, just-turned-21 adults, congratulations. You made it! We’re happy to give you your very first drink for free (either a tap beer or a rail drink), but not at one minute after

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midnight on your birthday. A few years ago, the State of Minnesota outlawed the so-called “power hour”. We aren’t allowed to serve you alcohol until 8am on the morning of your birthday. Come back tomorrow, please. The bar will buy you your first drink, and, if I like you, I might even buy you your second one. Bartenders love to show off their skill and knowledge, but to my knowledge, not a single one of them is a mind reader. We don’t know what you want, and if we’ve never seen you before, we don’t know what you like, either. Please do not come to the bar and say “I don’t know what I want. Just make me something.” I hate that game. I don’t know what you want, and there’s a line of people behind you, so I don’t really have time to play. Do a little research. Take a chance on something. Even saying “I want something minty” or “I want something with pineapple juice” is ok. You have to give us something to work off of. Please, help us help you. My favorite line was always “make me the strongest drink you can.” Guaranteed, I was going to roll my eyes and scowl at you the moment you said that. First of all, it’s clear the only reason you’re there is to get drunk, which is going to inevitably be a problem. Secondly, the strongest thing I can give you is a straight shot of Bacardi 151, and you don’t want that. There is no magical elixir that amplifies the potency of a drink. If you want a strong drink, then order a double (and pay for it). But know that I’m already counting down the time until I’m going to have to cut you off. Does this sound like a recovering bartender working out some of his residual stress? Perhaps it is. But, folks, you have to know that it’s a tough gig. As you venture out for St. Patrick’s Day, please take some of this to heart. It’s going to make for a much better experience for everybody involved. Especially if you know what you want when it’s your turn to order.

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was working the merch table at The Counterfactuals’ album release party at the Upstairs Rueb last month and, along with band tshirts and CDs and digital downloads, the band was selling vinyl LP copies of their (not-to-be-missed**) album, “Minimally Decent People.” “Are these records?!?” I was asked again and again. People seemed both surprised and delighted by the novelty. “But, what we do with them?” “How do we play them?” I’ll admit, I was shocked that vinyl is still considered obsolete. Doesn’t every household own a turntable? Back in the 80s when CDs first appeared, I swore I would never make the transition from vinyl to compact disk. Not only were CDs ridiculously expensive (in comparison), but it meant replacing the music I already owned (a lot) and buying all new listening equipment (as if). But within a matter of months, it seemed music was only being released on CDs, with only the occasional *specialty* LP edition. Before I knew it, I was buying CDs (even though I had yet to actually purchase a CD ‘player’!). Eventually I broke down, invested in a CD player, and over the years found myself more often popping in a CD while my albums sat collecting dust. CDs were incredibly convenient. Pop it in and forget about it. No more flipping from Side A to Side B. And bands could release 60+ minutes of music -- almost twice the length of a standard LP. And how

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about those multi-disc players?!? Pre program a stash for the whole evening, and you were ready to roll. And the “pristine” audio quality -- no pops or skips or crackles -- no worrying about broken or scratched or warped records. You could crank up the volume with no worry of distortion. Yet in spite of the ease of play -and the improved audio quality -- it was always somewhat disappointing to crack open up a new CD vs. the experience of bringing home a new album (and let’s not forget the extremely annoying plastic shrink wrap and additional adhesive strip -- was CD packaging designed specifically to drive us crazy???). What about the album art? (Let’s be honest...sometimes the album art was cooler that the music itself!) The physical beauty of the freshly lacquered disk, with its intricate grooves and the shimmering poly. Liner notes that weren’t printed in some sort of microscopic font. For me, albums were like buying a first edition of a new novel by a favorite author, while CDs were the massproduced knock-off. Ironically, the CD, too, has quickly become obsolete. About a decade ago, thanks to Apple CEO Steve Jobs & co., sound quality and an appreciation for album art and liner notes was replaced by the iPod -- suddenly music was all about portability and storage. Why buy a CD (and worry about where to store all those jewel cases) when you could just digitally download the music onto your

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snazzy device? In fact, why buy an entire album at all? Why spend $15 when you could just buy the ‘hits’ for 99 cents apiece? And these days -- why buy anything?!? Now we can just ‘rent’ music whenever we want, thanks to Apps like Pandora, Spotify, Rdio, Songza -- allowing us to queue up favorites on-demand, create our own songlists, or discover something ‘new’ based on prior listening preferences (think about that...basically some computer algorithm is telling you what to listen to....). Granted, as a radio DJ, I can appreciate the ease and convenience of a digital download or the ability to stream music -- it’s a great way for an artist to share their music and for me to get a taste of what they’re all about. And if I like it, chances are I’ll play it on my show. But when it comes to my personal collection, I want to own my music. I want to actually hold something in my hands and look at it, as well as listen to it. I don’t want to simply pay for permission to play something on my portable device. To me, music is art. It’s not just some quickly devoured consumable. It’s more than instant gratification. It’s permanent. It’s something I want to support and sustain -- and to share with others. Something I want to hold out in front of me and say, “Here, take a listen to this.” I grew up listening to LPs and 45s (and yes, even cassettes), so I’ll admit to a certainly nostalgic appreciation

for the whole ritual of enjoying music on vinyl. But ask someone who grew up listening to CDs and MP3s about why they’re now listening to LPs, and they will tell you the same thing: they enjoy music more on a LP. Albums offer a warmer and fuller spectrum of sound (pops, hisses, and all). It’s an immersive experience to hold an LP in your hands, take in the cover art, open the jacket and read the liner notes, pull the record out of its sleeve, put it on the player and carefully place the needle on it. Then, voila! It’s an almost sacred ritual and, for me, a far preferred way to listen to -- and really experience -- music. The LP has come full circle. Thirty years after being replaced by the CD, LPs are back and they’re better than ever. So, get yourself a turntable, pull out those favorite retro (and modern) releases -- and let’s get the vinyl party started! **(If you haven’t picked one up already, you definitely want a copy of The Counterfactuals’ debut release, “Minimally Decent People.” Available on CD and LP. Visit their website at www.thecounterfactuals.com for online purchases. They’re also being sold at the campus bookstores at both Carleton and St. Olaf Colleges in Northfield).

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innesota has a reputation founded on German and Norwegian stereotypes: Lutheran hot dishes, lumberjack flannel, lefse, ice fishing, “you betcha” and “doncha know.” But while many folks find their roots in Scandinavian countries, there’s another side of Minnesota, a side that’s perhaps less common but just as fiercely proud of its heritage: the Irish. As we march into March and start preparing for St. Patrick’s Day, we’ve hunted down the Irish in Minnesota. Find something green, grab a pint of Guinness and read on to learn a little bit more about these settlers from the Emerald Isle.

Stories for the Soul Michael Cotter is a storyteller. But he doesn’t just relate funny anecdotes—he finds ways to connect to people on a deeper level, a level that heals their souls. “Storytelling is like the story of the loaves and fishes,” Cotter said. “By the sharing of what we have and of who we are, we all become richer. A miracle happens. And there’s plenty for everybody.” Cotter is a third-generation Minnesota farmer whose grandparents emigrated from Ireland during the great Irish Potato Famine in the 1840s-1850s. Born in 1931, he grew up in Minnesota during the Great Depression, often sharing his family meals with wandering hobos, World War I veterans, missionaries, nuns and fellow farmers. After dinner, the guests would tell stories, and Cotter treasured this time to learn about the past and the outside world.

The Irish Story Teller of Minnesota. Courtesy Michael Cotter

“They were real stories, [and] some were kind of shocking,” Cotter said. “They opened up this big world.” Cotter didn’t discover his own talent for storytelling until years later. When his brother left to play football at Notre

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Dame, Cotter stayed to take care of the farm, since his father was getting old. But in 1978, he attended a workshop on storytelling at St. Catherine’s College, and something clicked.

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ancestry, New Ulm is considered the most ethnically pure city in the U.S. Up until the mid-1960s, much of the city’s business was conducted in German, and there were radio stations broadcast entirely in the language of the Old World. So it might be a bit surprising that this southern Minnesotan city, boasting a giant statue of Herman the German and a Glockenspiel tower, is also the home of the oldest St. Patrick’s Day parades in the state. The event was first organized in 1966 by three local Irish attorneys: Bill O’Connor, Tom Donnelly and Terry Dempsey. “They wanted to show that they were proud of their Irish heritage,” said Mary O’Connor, Bill’s wife. The first parade only had about 20 participants and was less than a block long. People wore green and carried hand-made signs about being Irish. Mary O’Connor said no one expected the event to be a huge hit or popular enough to warrant a parade the next year, but it ended up bringing the Irish of New Ulm together and inspiring them to keep celebrating their shared heritage. The parade started at the Kaiserhoff and ended at Turner Hall for an after-parade celebration, but, after three years, participants had to refigure their route when the German-run

ABOVE: Rochester’s Big Irish Street Party. Courtesy Sinead Chick RIGHT: Dancing at Irish Fest in Rochester. Courtesy Sinead Chick

“It seemed to strike a spark in me,” he said. At first, he was nervous about participating with other conference attendees, since he had never been onstage before and thought he didn’t have anything to offer. Groups were supposed to take turns sharing stories, but Cotter couldn’t think of anything deep or riveting. Finally, he asked if he could just tell a story about growing up on a farm in Minnesota. That’s when he realized the power of authentic storytelling and how sharing bits of his life could connect total strangers. “When you tell somebody a true story, it can be miles apart from what the listen hears, but somehow, there’s something about the truth and the emotion in it that will trigger something in them… and open the door for them to remember something they’d forgotten,” Cotter said. “I think that’s the magic in it.” Since that conference, Cotter has told stories at festivals, conferences for terminally ill patients, and even the Smithsonian. He shares stories of growing up in Minnesota, life on the farm, life in the Depression and life in a large Irish, Roman-Catholic family. “Storytelling has opened a wonderful world to me [and] taken me to places I never dreamed of going,” he said. “Nobody thinks the things they do are important enough to to be worth telling, but then all of a sudden, they’re up there telling me their stories. It occurs to them, ‘My gosh, I’ve got some powerful stories that I’ve been hiding.’” For more information on Michael Cotter visit his website at www.michaelcotterstoryteller.com.

A Little Piece of Ireland Sinéad Chick moved to Minnesota from Ireland in 2007 and quickly noticed something missing—a place for fellow Irish people to celebrate their heritage. She decided to do something about it and, in 2011, Irish Fest was born. Irish Fest is a three-day annual festival on Labor Day Weekend hosted in Rochester. The festival includes Irish music, storytelling, dancing, games, workshops and other ways for the Irish in Minnesota to express and share their culture. “The first year was hugely successful, far more successful than we anticipated it would be,” Chick said. “People came out in droves, and the following year, more people came out, and the following year, more people came out.” Chick said she and other festival organizers make a point of reaching out to high-quality artists and entertainers. “The talent that we bring to the festival is world class,” she said. “We make a point of reaching out to people who are award winners, who are leaders in their field.” Besides the high-quality arts and culture events, another draw for the festival is the fact that admittance is free. “We want to be able to invite everybody to come and join us, and we don’t want families to have to worry about coming up with the admissions fee,” Chick said. However, though the festival is free, it still takes some funds to put on such a large event. To help raise money, Irish Fest organizers host events in March, such as their annual whiskey tasting, a concert at the Civic Theater and their very popular céili dance. This year’s concert will be March 8, featuring Máirtín de Cógáin Project and Raven’s Fire. De Cógáin is a singerdancer-storyteller from Ireland who has performed all over

the world and won numerous awards, while Raven’s Fire is made up of a family of Irish musicians who sing and play mandolin, guitar and fiddle. While the first two events are always well-attended, Chick said it’s their céili dance that is always the most popular. Céili, which means “social” in Gaelic, is a type of Irish folk dance that inspired some of the folk dances in America. The dance is similar to line dancing, with a “caller” who tells dancers what steps to do next—this year, de Cógáin is calling. Playing for the event is the twin Cities Céili Band. Because it’s a social dance, people don’t need to bring partners, and families with young children can all dance together. “That’s the beauty of it,” Chick said. “You can come by yourself or bring a whole posse of people. It’s the type of event that every generation gets a kick out of.” In fact, the event, which includes a buffet-style dinner of Irish food prepared by Irish chefs, has sold out every year, so Chick recommends ordering tickets in advance. Irish Fest is August 30 - September 1, 2013 at Peace Plaza in Rochester, MN. The schedule for the fundraising events is as follows: March 1: 4th Annual Irish Fest Whiskey Tasting Rochester Civic Theatre 6:30pm for VIP Reception(Very Irish Persons) * 7:30pm for Whiskey Tasting March 8: Live in concert – The Máirtín de Cógáin Project and Raven’s Fire Rochester Civic Theatre 7:30pm, doors open 6:30pm March 15: Irish Style Dinner & Ceilí Dancing featuring the Twin Cities Ceilí Band and Ceilí Caller Máirtín de Cógáin Rochester Athletic Club 6:30pm Doors Open, Dinner at 7:30pm and Dancing from 8:15pm Tickets for each event are $25 for adults and $12 for children 12 and under. For more information about Irish Fest or to purchase tickets, visit its website at irishfestmn.org.

Blurring the Lines for 50 Years With 65.85 percent of its population claiming German

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Turner Hall told them to stop finishing at that establishment. Since then, the parade has started at 3rd street and ended at the Glockenspiel. Even when the street was changed into a one-way, the parade marchers continued to march the wrong way up the street, following their now traditional route. Over the years, the event has grown. In 2013, the parade was long enough to wind around a block. People still wear green and carry signs, often bringing along dogs dressed in green as well. There was even one woman who wore a long green dress and roller skated along the parade route. The parade also includes green vehicles, either borrowed from individuals or local car dealerships. “It’s growing slowly, just as New Ulm does,” said Mary Jane Glawe, one of the organizers. In addition to the marchers, the parade features a St. Patrick’s Day Queen. Organizers look for an Irish woman or girl willing to sit in a boat in the parade. The first candidate actually turned down the request, and for a while, organizers borrowed the New Ulm Firemen’s Queen. However, firefighters would steal the queen away and O’Connor would need to bribe them with beer to return her for the afterparade celebration. Now, the parade has its own queen, and Mary O’Connor, who was queen one year, said most Irish women in New Ulm have taken the position one year or another since there just isn’t a big pool to draw from. The parade also includes the New Ulm Battery, whose members wear kilts, carry bagpipes and pull cannons. In fact, the battery is the only active horse-drawn unit in the U.S. And bridging the gap between Germans and Irish, the New Ulm Concord Singers wear green, sing German tunes and change their name to the O’Concord Singers for the day. St. Patrick himself makes an appearance as well, along with Grace O’Malley, the famous Irish pirate queen. Anyone is welcome to participate in the parade, regardless of nationality or heritage. “Everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day,” Mary O’Connor said. It’s this attitude of welcome and openness that has helped make the parade such a hit. In fact, one year, none of the three parade founders could organize the parade,

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ABOVE: St. Patrick’s Day in New Ulm. Courtesy Pat Kearney RIGHT: 2010 New Ulm St. Patrick’s Day Queen, Mary Callahan Bohnen. Courtesy Pat Kearney

so a German businessman, Don Brand, stepped in to ensure it would keep going and secure New Ulm’s title as the longest-running St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the state. Other businesses get into the spirit, too. The Kaiserhoff is renamed “Don’s Pub” and offers green beer, and the New Ulm Journal’s special pre-parade Sunday edition is the biggest seller of the year for the newspaper. That’s mostly because the edition features the “Blarney section,” specially written for the paper by parade organizers. The first Blarney section was penned by Bill O’Connor, and after he passed the privilege went to parade organizer Pat Kearney. The Blarney section includes a bit of fact and a whole lot of fiction, with Irish writers poking fun at German gullibility as fantastic parade events are promised: ropepushing contests, someone who would juggle bowling

balls, sauerkraut burying contests, an Irish run-andcrawl. funniest thing is that every year, inevitably, the organizers will get calls from people who read the article and think it’s for real. People have tried to enter pre-dawn marathons, have rushed to check out Herman the German when an article claimed a lightning

bolt had turned the statue into St. Patrick, and have sent get-well letters to the mayor when it was written that he got lost for a week in Flandreau State Park after Bachfest. “That’s the reason this thing has continued to grow: people are so gullible,” Kearney said with a laugh. Besides the actual parade, there are two other Irishthemed events: the ladies luncheon and the after-parade banquet. The ladies luncheon started independently of the parade, with Irish ladies gathering together once a year to share stories, genealogies and Irish artifacts. While the luncheon was originally hosted at someone’s house, the event has grown to more than 100 attendees, so the women now meet at local restaurants. People bring Irish books, recipes, heirlooms and other items to explore their heritage together. The after-parade banquet meets at the Kaiserhoff and features dances, music, food and kids’ activities such as making leprechaun traps (which could come in handy, since the group has reported they’re tracking a leprechaun in Flandreau State Park). The parade always runs on St. Patrick’s Day, unlike some other parades that run the weekend before or after the holiday. Up until last year, parade volunteers funded the whole event, but this year, they were able to receive a grant of $1,100 from the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council to pay for some of the expenses. Perhaps the best part of the parade, according to the organizers, is the way it has inspired other Irish communities to celebrate their heritage. The year after New Ulm started its event, St. Patrick’s Day parades started in the Twin Cities, and now several towns in southern Minnesota highlight their Irish traditions and culture. “All these little towns that now do parades started because of ours,” Mary O’Connor said. This year, just the same as every year, the New Ulm St. Patrick’s Day Parade is March 17th. Contact Grace Webb at gwebb@northfieldnews.com

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process, MacKenzie is considered a master folk artist by the Minnesota State Arts Board. omplex, fluid, and enduring, the “Music can function differently. It can folk music of the British Isles is have a formal setting, oral, social. Because seeing a revival in Minnesota. All of that, folk music really resonated with across the state, jam sessions--or me,” MacKenzie said. ceilis as they’re called in Gaelic MacKenzie was a classically trained -are cropping up in pubs and cafes with musician before she discovered folk music, fiddles, pipes, accordions, guitars, whistles, having studied bodhran at Beloit Col(Irish lege and the drums) and University of more while Minnesota. students Her interests in of all ages anthropology seek out and music lead teachers to her to the field learn the of ethnomusimusic of cology and a their ancesquest to find tors. real traditional At the folk music. forefront of “Most people the revival learn tradimovement tional Irish is Northmusic from field musirecordings and cian Laura books. There MacKenzie. aren’t too Born many docuand raised ments about in the Colit,” MacKenzie lege City, said. “I was MacKenzie lucky. I rehas been ally just had a student, to learn it by player and being around.” lover of In the 1970s traditional Laura Mackenzie and Dahiti Sproule have collaborated and 1980s, Irish and together on numerous occasions and have been friends Irish musiScottish for nearly 35 years. cians flocked music for to Catholic nearly 40 strongholds like St. Paul and Chicago years. After much study, playing around to share their music. The informal jam the world and making many friends in the

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sessions and dances formed a tight-knit community, and MacKenzie found herself wrapped up in the middle of it. She found her first flute in a little antique store, and ever since has amassed a huge collection of wooden flutes, whistles, concertina, voice, and many bagpipes - Scottish, French and English, bellows and blown. MacKenzie can trace her ancestry back to Scotland. Her grandfather, who once was mayor of Northfield, immigrated to Minnesota from Nova Scotia, Canada. She said her family never talked about their ethnicity, and her heritage was not really a part of her choice to take up folk music. “My stepping into Irish and Scottish music wasn’t about my past. Before I discovered it for myself, I always knew I wanted to do some sort of traditional music. Going to the old-timey tunes was really fulfilling,” she said. Even though she travels the world, she always comes back to Northfield. Family is important to MacKenzie, mother to a grown son named Dugan. She moved back to her roots to be close to her mother, and stayed because of the great atmosphere Northfield fosters for artists. “I had opportunities to leave, good offers, but it was important for me to stay. Minnesota has such a welcoming community, less competitive, more appreciative,” Mackenzie said. Over the years, her travels have taken her from Duluth to Edinburgh to Rural County Cork in Ireland in search of authentic teachers who might share with her a little knowledge, some tunes, and a laugh. One such teacher, who became MacKenzie’s mentor, was Martin McHugh. “Martin taught not just the tunes, but the joy of playing them,” MacKenzie said. In her own playing, MacKenzie keeps up the tradition of making music with joy-even for the sad tunes.

“When we do get together to play, there’s always humor and laughter with her,” said MacKenzie’s longtime friend and bandmate Irish guitarist Daithi Sproule. “You know, in Irish music, some is really quite sad. She can balance that humor and sadness beautifully and play with such emotion.” Sproule and MacKenzie have known each other and played together since the late 1970s. Recently, the two collaborated on a pet project of MacKenzie’s to record McHugh’s first studio album. McHugh, who had inspired so many musicians, had never been in the studio himself. MacKenzie’s goal was to make sure a jewel like McHugh could be preserved for posterity. “That project, that was really precious to me. It’s what I’m most proud of,” MacKenzie said. Currently, MacKenzie is working with a $10,000 artist initiative grant from the State Arts Board to study and arrange traditional Scots Gaelic music recorded in Minnesota by historian Sydney Robertson Cowell in the 1930s. Once she has arranged the old tunes, she’ll perform them in Northfield, Duluth and the Twin Cities in concert. MacKenzie takes music preservation seriously. Not only does she take on historical projects like this, but she also teaches to the next generation of folk musicians. “It has to be done,” she said simply. “Laura knows the music inside and out. Her contribution to the community has been huge. Just by being here, by participating. Lots of our sessions are unpaid, but it’s a big opportunity for people just learning to play with her. Her consistent contribution to the community deserves to be recognized,” Sproule said. Reach reporter Cristeta Boarini at 333-3135. Follow her on Twitter.com @CristetaBoarini

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By Myrna CG Mibus editor@southernminnscene.com eprechaun magic is at work in a tiny, Irish green shed tucked into a backyard in Lonsdale, Minnesota. The sounds of a whirring machine and Irish music make you curious about what’s inside. You won’t find a pot of gold, instead you’ll find blocks of wood, straight, true branches of trees and a kind-souled craftsman busily working at his lathe. Yet, each unassuming piece of wood holds a treasure that can only be found at the hands of craftsman Brian LeTourneau of Brian’s Bodhrán Beaters. Brian grew up working with wood in his dad’s wood-shop and honed his woodworking skills under six master craftsmen. When Brian started playing bodhrán at age 18 it was only natural that he combine his two passions and start making drumsticks for himself

whimsy, too. “I figured it would be a good way to make pizza and beer money,” Brian says of his part time business. He never imagined he would become so well known for his quality tippers that musicians from all over the world would buy them. But with a little luck of the Irish and Brian’s skill as a craftsman that’s what happened. Brian crafts beaters to sell on eBay and also takes custom orders. He makes about a dozen styles with frequency but can craft any stick a customer requests. Whether the tipper is going to a kid who just started playing or a professional, each stick - and each customer - gets the same attention. Brian is proud that he’s never had an unsatisfied customer. Before he makes a beater, Brian talks to his customer and, if possible, watches them drum to get a feeling for their playing style. He takes notes, gets measurements of the customer’s

Brian’s Tipper Workshop. Courtesy Pat Kearney

wood grain and its beauty is revealed. Once the tipper has taken shape, Brian sands and finishes it to further bring out the beauty of the wood. Brian gives each tipper a final looksee then he marks each stick with his trademark, a tiny deer hoof-print burned into one end. With each beater sold Brian

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and friends. About ten years ago at the urging of friends and with the help of his business-minded niece, Brian set up shop to sell his one of a kind, handcrafted beaters. “I’m superstitious. I won’t make a tipper unless there’s music playing in my shed,” Brian says as he turns on some tunes and welcomes you inside. Letters and pictures from customers decorate the walls. Tools, both new and those passed down from his Irish great-grandfather, hang behind his lathe and the smell of sawdust is in the air. It’s a comfortable space in which to work and, with two mischievouslooking gnomes peering down from a shelf above, it’s clear the shed is full of

includes a carefully written story describing the style of tipper, how he chose the wood, where it came from, and how the tipper came to life as he turned it on his lathe. Then he carefully wraps each beater and its story in burlap, ties the bundle with string, packs it for shipping, and sends the beater to its new home. Then, finally, the beater magically comes to life when it’s held in the hands of its owner and together they start beating out Irish tunes. Brian set out to make beaters because he had a passion for music and woodworking More importantly, however, Brian says making tippers is about meeting people and hearing their stories. “I’ll die a rich man without a penny in my pocket for all the people I meet,” he says with a grin as he sorts through his wood to find a piece for his next project. Indeed, with Brian and the way he does business, “customer” is simply another word for “friend” and stories spin around the tiny shed and out into the universe with the steady beat of magic from each one of Brian’s bodhrán beaters.

hand and determines how the stick should be balanced. Brian then picks a piece of wood from Myrna CG Mibus is a freelance writer for Southern Minnesota SCENE. You can reach her at editor@ his large colsouthernminnscene.com. Hands of a Craftsman. By Myrna CG Mibus lection which ranges from rare hardwoods to branches from his own apple tree. With his experience making over 4,000 tippers Brian has a good idea what the finished tipper A Bodhrán (pronouced bow-rawn) is an Irish drum that holds the beat will look like. Yet, it’s not until Brian at the heart of Irish tunes. Though some old-timers drum with their starts slowly cutting the wood away hand, the majority of bodhrán players use a drum stick called a with his tools that the treasure of the “tipper” or “beater” to play the hand-held instrument.

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David Caruso

’m just kidding about that title. I couldn’t possibly write more than, say, 9 words about David Caruso. So here’s a haiku for David Caruso:

Crimson follicles Cocky head tilted sideways Kevin’s bunny weeps

Well, that was just mean. To be clear: I pick on David Caruso because he is an egomaniacal hack, not because he has red hair. And as far as I know, Scene contributor Kevin Krein’s beloved bunny has no problem with Mr. Caruso. Or redheads. Moving on, this month I decided that in honor of the Irish, it was time to learn more about all those beautiful TV gingers. First, I’d like to share some of the crazy myths associated with redheads I painstakingly gathered through my incredibly meandering research. Red hair is the rarest color, with only about 2% of the world’s population sporting naturally red locks. Because of their uniqueness, redheads throughout history have been met with both admiration and suspicion. According to Greek mythology, redheads turned into vampires when they died. During the Spanish Inquisition, a redheaded person was thought to have stolen hell’s fire, and was burned as a witch. In the 16th century, the fat of a redheaded male was thought to be an essential ingredient in poison. Judas is often depicted as a redhead in paintings, and Eve is portrayed as a redhead only after committing the original sin and dooming all of mankind. Harsh, man. Of course, many stereotypes are still prevalent, such as red hair being associated with a fiery temper. Though if I were called “carrot top” all the time, I’d probably be a little feisty myself. Redheaded women are often thought to be, let’s say, overly libidinous. Think Botticelli’s Venus. Or Jessica Rabbit. On television, some common stereotypes are perpetuated. Ralph Malph is the class clown. Joan Holloway is a sexpot. Ginger Grant can whisper in Gilligan’s ear and he’ll do whatever she wants. Well, that one sort of makes sense. Of course, there are wonderful exceptions.

On Buffy the Vampire Slayer, redheaded Willow is a good witch, but when she turns bad her hair turns black and she skins Warren alive! Gross. I mean he kind of deserved it, but That. Was. Gross. Stereotypes or no, the fact is that redheads are awesome (except Caruso, of course), and television wouldn’t be the same without them. So thank you, Carol Burnett, Conan O’Brien, and Jesse Tyler Ferguson for being hilarious. Thank you, Kevin McKidd, for being hot, and Seth Green, for being adorable. And for all of you brave mousy-browns who chose to go red, you count too. Thank you Gillian Anderson, Debra Messing, and Cynthia Nixon. Thank you, Claire Danes, for the first and every other episode of My So-Called Life. And thank you, Lucille Ball. If you want to learn more, here’s a little Ginger Quiz about some TV redheads, natural or not. 1. She once dated Marilyn Manson’s drummer… whose name is Ginger. 2. He said in the 80’s he was so broke he once lived in his car next to a dumpster. He would take pictures with fans during the day and sleep in his car at night. 3. He reportedly named all four of his children after the place where they were conceived. 4. She was named “Class Clown,” “Most Bizarre Girl,” and “Most Likely to be Arrested” in High School. She was, in fact, arrested

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the day of her high school graduation for trying to glue the locks of the school shut. 5. She has only eight fingers! 6. He once made money working for a police department by standing in lineups. He was paid $25 per appearance. 7. She has “Superior Autobiographical Memory.” When given a date, she can tell you what day of the week it was, and what she did that day. 8. He decided to become a professional actor after appearing in a production of “Sound of Music” on a cruise ship. 9. She created a health care company called “TLC” which marketed, among other things, parasols. 10. He starred in the first television show ever to air 1000 episodes. He also has exactly 48 freckles… one for each state in the union. Answer Key: 1. Alyson Hannigan 2. Danny Bonaduce 3. Ron Howard 4. Gillian Anderson 5. Lois Griffin 6. David Caruso 7. Marilu Henner 8. Seth Green 9. Tina Louise 10. Howdy Doody ***Editor’s Note – the views expressed in Amy’s TV Crush are not necessarily those held by Southern Minn Media, SouthernMinn Scene, or, in particular, Editor Rich Larson who is of the opinion that the first season of NYPD Blue is the finest single season of television any series ever had – due in large part to David Caruso’s brilliant portrayal of Detective John Kelly. And he is positive Kevin’s bunnies agree with him.

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By JORDAN OSTERMAN editor@southernminnscene.com

he thing you remember most vividly from your first time is the taxi line. I was wearing a blue-with-redtrim Kansas jersey, “Pierce” and the number 34 stitched into the back in white. The sun had just set, and the air was cooling into in the mid-60’s. Still warm enough to thaw out my frozen Minnesota bones. On most weekends this line waiting to catch a ride to the strip is about the only thing you’re guaranteed to share with the people around you. Such a wide range of things to do in Las Vegas tends to fracture the temporary immigrant masses into unknowable combinations of experiences. Sure, in the airport on the way out you might catch some snippets of people realizing they were unknowingly taking in the same things: “You saw Celine on Friday, too? Wasn’t she incredible?” “Oh my god, incredible.” Opening weekend of the NCAA tournament is the exception to that rule. For four days Las Vegas becomes one big, pulsing, gamblingon-basketball animal, and everyone who’s there is along for the ride. My first hint at that came with the fact there were about 50 other guys in jerseys in the taxi line with us. It was the first weekend of the NCAA Men’s Basketball tournament. On those four days, Vegas is unified by the Madness©.

Gambling The first thing you need to understand about Vegas on the opening weekend of the tournament is how excited Las Vegas is that you’re there for the opening weekend of the tournament. Casinos are salivating at the prospect of tens of thousands of people who – outside of this weekend – have little or nothing to do with the world of

gambling on college basketball. The majority of them are men. Of those men, an even bigger majority are walking into the weekend with deep-seeded beliefs and interests in one team or another. This, of course, is based on absolutely anything but the spread said casino is going to put on their first round game. Cue the dollar signs hanging above the heads of those 12 guys wearing UCLA jerseys who got together for their 10 year college reunion. They’re the people that – regardless of the fact the Bruins have no business being more than 3 ½ point favorites – will pool $1,000 to put on the baby blue to cover a 7 ½ point spread. Now extrapolate that scenario onto half of the people there and you’ll understand why casinos are willing to shell out Coors Lights for free all day. Those beers can get really expensive, really fast when your team doesn’t cover. So lies the somewhat-obviousbut-really-damn-hard-to-stick-to rule of betting with your head and not with your heart. Of course, that depends on what kind of head you’re working with. The best heads are the ones that have some research built into them before they reach the taxi line. Handicapping a 7-10 matchup 12 minutes before tipoff is never the best route. Better to have some ideas about different teams you like based on actual, thoughtful research. In fact, it’s strongly recommended. Of course, that research will probably still lead you to the wrong conclusion, which circles back to Vegas’ excitement over having you there. College basketball betting isn’t easy. What the casinos are not excited about is your ability to bet a parlay (wagers that require more than one game being correctly guessed together.) While the sports books still take their commission on each bet, the potential for payout is much higher when they’re combined. So, instead of each person walking

around with a ticket in their hand that’s capped by what they can bet on a straight game, they’re walking around with what equates to a lottery ticket. Throw that idea into the blender of 48 games taking place in four days and you’ve got a potential nightmare for the house. Suddenly those thousands of preposterous bets placed by Wichita State homers combined with thousands of other picks – some of them connected to five-, six-, seven-, eightgame parlays and their increasing payouts – means there are huge numbers floating around. Parlay picks are notoriously finicky, but as each day goes on they add their magic to the menagerie that is sports book cheering. It’s all over the place. There are the pack of guys going crazy at Indiana hitting a 3-pointer and leapfrogging over the spread, while 20 feet away another group screams expletives at Arizona for allowing another garbage-time layup in a not-bigenough-to-cover win. The way games are staggered makes for about half-hour-long stretches in the early afternoon, late afternoon and night where each game in that batch comes down to their final minutes. In that hour is the adrenaline wave that so many people love, and is only possible on that weekend in Vegas. Each sports book has a different look to it – go ahead and skip

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Circus Circus on your list of spots to post up – but you’ll find the same kind of people everywhere. They’re there to add their money, voice and beliefs to the living, concentrated organism that Vegas becomes for 84 hours. They’re there to share high-fives and daps and toasts with friends and strangers, then turn around and wallow together an hour later at their turn of fortune. For that long weekend they’re all the same person, given over to this tribal experience of beer and gambling and smoke and electricity that only happens in this town for these four days. At the end they wander down to the taxi line of the Flamingo or the Wynn or New York-

New York, and climb into the back in disjointed groups of two and three. The ride back to the airport turns lonely, but is buoyed by one definitive thought: They’ll be back again. And so will everyone else. Reach Jordan Osterman at 645-1111, or follow him on Twitter.com @NFNJordan.

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Sizing Up the 86th Academy Awards

Who will win, who should win, and why. By KATE PEHRSON & LIV TOLLEFSON editor@southernminnscene.com

rt’s greatest strength is its ability to find the humanity in the inhumane, the simple truth in the complicated chaos, the heart in the madness of the head. Movies are the most popular artform in the world today, and the most influential come from Hollywood. With the Academy Awards set to air on March 2, we present the nominees for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor and Best Actress. The films and actors below represent the best of 2013’s cinematic efforts to find the human heart in their stories. Finding the common story of the individual was overwhelmingly the meta-theme in this year’s contenders. As we viewed these films, we noted the breadth and depth of characters each struggling to retain their humanity through the adversity found in their unique inhospitable environments: the pre-civil war South; the edges of business in 1970s New York; the pirate-infested waters off the Horn of Africa; a judgment-filled Irish Catholic convent; the fear-filled peak of the American AIDS epidemic; the not-so-distant future of artificial intelligence; the disintegrating towns of the American Midwest; the “can-you-party-with-the-big-boys” Wall Street of the 90s; and - as Alfonso Cuarón comes right out and tells us- “Life in space is impossible”. Below we humbly (well, not all that humbly – we are critics after all), present to you our picks for who will take home the golden statue, and in a couple of cases why they aren’t the films that should. With almost a billion people watching this award ceremony every year, you may not like it, but you have to admit the Oscars are a big deal.

sounds of crickets, birds, rope rubbing on a tree branch - is perhaps the most intense, the only source of sound for an extended memorable scene, the camera framing a Solomon off to our right as he struggles for breath. He is hanging by his neck and balancing on his toes as he waits for his master to cut him down from a narrowly halted lynching. McQueen might walk away with best director, but it is most likely that a Best Picture will be given here.

Best Director Will Win: Alfonso Cuarón

Best Picture Will (and should) win: 12 Years a Slave

Watch Gravity on the biggest screen you can find, because it is a film is about space – a whole lot of it – and one small but determined human. Dr. Ryan Stone is a woman on her first mission in orbit. Within minutes of the movie’s start, all hell breaks loose as a chain reaction of bullet-fast moving satellite debris begins causing disaster for anything orbiting earth. The whole movie itself is 90 minutes, and takes place over the course of an afternoon, but is an allegory for the human condition. The film works beautifully as a whole. Steven Price’s tension filled soundtracks utterly gorgeous. Cuarón’s direction is amazing. He masterfully creates tension, then cuts it with perfectly timed breaks breaks. His use of newly created technology to make the unbelievable CGI and cinematography possible is genius. While paying homage to directors who came before him, Cuarón has himself created one of the best movies of the decade. Often, best director and best picture are awarded together, but we hope for the other strong contenders this year that they will split it up in an effort to give nods to all worthy competitors.

Best Director Should win: Steve McQueen

Dark Horse Best Picture: Nebraska

12 Years A Slave challenges us as a nation to “look under our floorboards” as eloquently stated by one of the film’s actors, Lupita Nyong’O. The British director Steve McQueen takes the story of one man to tell the story of countless thousands. While never allowing us to look away from the disturbing and horrible realities of slave life, this film transcends tragedy and misery by keeping Northrup’s hope alive – the hope that he will go home. The cinematography is unequalled, with lush colors and near-paintings of landscapes juxtaposed with close-ups of faces in pain, confusion, lust and denial. The soundtrack is a gorgeous meld of folk fiddle melodies, film music and the sounds of life on a plantation. This natural soundtrack – the

Dark Horse Best Director: Alexander Payne

Best Picture and Best Director It’s not always easy to separate the film from the maker, and since all five directors also had their films nominated for Best picture, we cover the men behind the vision along with their finished products.

Nebraska is a sweet, crafted love letter to middle America. Filmed in black and white, the film works in concert with the cinematography to frame the fields, the empty main streets, the farm houses, and the inevitable main street bar. Together, these pull us into the environment these simple - but not simplistic - characters inhabit. Nebraska has a strong ensemble feel while still featuring Woody and his son at the center of the story. Although not a soundtrack for the ages, the sweet karaoke scenes in local bars only add to our appreciation and warmth we feel for the

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people participating. Payne does a beautiful job of directing, continuing to empathetically and deftly depict flawed individuals as he did in “Sideways” and “The Descendents”. With a cast of memorable characters and homegrown scenery and a deeply American story, we LOVED this film, but it won’t win.

Other Nominees Those of us old enough to remember will instantly recognize the homophobia, fear, anger, and desperation in this film as felt by an America facing the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s. Dallas Buyers Club takes place in Texas, and the cast of characters surrounding central character and chainsmoking, bookmaking, girl-screwing Ron Woodroof are rough and tumble railroad workers and rodeo betting pool regulars. Equating AIDS with “perverts and addicts”, these folks don’t recognize the hypocrisy of their own lives centered around drinking and screwing. When we are introduced to a new cast of characters – doctors, drag queens, FDA agents, and big pharm company reps – they are merely annoying obstacles passing through Ron’s world until he is forced to recognize them as he faces down his own battle with AIDS. This is a damn fine movie about a remarkable sonofabitch determined to win against completely insurmountable odds. American Hustle is a trip through the late 70s in all its gritty, mirror-y, blue eye-shadowy fabulousness. The fantastic acting ensemble is anchored by Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Bradley Cooper and the unforgettable Jennifer Lawrence. Hair, makeup and necklines aside, we are pulled into what is essentially an unlikely love story that transcends its particular place and time. Starting with their first meeting over Duke Ellington albums, the photography, design, and attention to period detail - from dry cleaning establishments to heavily curtained homes. The smoky restaurant décor and the velvet-upholsterd car interiors draw us into the con-team world of Sydney and Irving, where they pull the comb over everyone’s eyes. David O Russell has brought us other nominations in recent years, including “The Fighter” and “Silver Linings Playbook”. He has developed a relationship and rapport with his actors that allows these fully realized individual characters to take chances with each other. Philomena is as British as Nebraska is American. The film tells the story of thousands of young girls, shamed in their accidental pregnancies, and forced into locked-down convents to raise their children only to watch them taken away by rich Americans. Judi Dench as Philomena finds

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the forgiveness and acceptance to turn away from tragedy towards true grace, and Steve Coogan as the journalist who accompanies Philomena on her quest shows us the anger we as an audience feel. There are no real flaws or disasters here, but it isn’t executed quite compellingly enough to convince us it deserves a Best Picture nod. Her is a strange and beautiful film that takes place in the not-too-distant future as imagined by Spike Jonze. Joaquin Phoenix plays a man grieving a broken marriage who’s unexpectedly given a new perspective when he falls in love with his artificially intelligent operating system. In countless closeups, emotions play out on the face of Theodore Twombly as he moves through the phases of a relationship. The environment and cinematography plays strongly as Jonze brings us to a world we recognize as being almost here: perhaps a utopia he’s hoping to find instead of the Zombie or Eco wastelands that seem to be the alternate. Her is worth considering but falls just short of pulling us in with it entirely. Near the end of Captain Phillips Tom Hanks’ character questions Somali pirate Muse (Minnesota’s own Barkhad Abdi) about why he chose piracy, saying that surely there are other, better choices. Muse’s simple and devastating answer is: “maybe in America.” Tom Hanks delivers another solid performance of an everyman in a not-so-everyman situation, as we watch him try to survive the takeover of the consumer-goods laden ship under his helm off the Horn of Africa. Taking place entirely in confined spaces in the middle of vast ocean emptiness, Captain Phillips is full of tension, culture clashes, testosterone, and good intentions, but is probably the weakest contender of the 9. The Wolf of Wall Street from the inimitable Martin Scorsese, is a 3-hour, true-story extravaganza of greed and excess in the 1990s, told through the story of one man’s career in white-collar crime, Jordan Belfort. Relatively innocent when he starts as an intern at a top brokerage firm, Belfort (played by Leonardo DiCaprio) quickly and enthusiastically embraces the lifestyle of a fraudulent and immoral Wall Street hotshot. Bilking clients and laundering money, Belfort is only concerned with his cut, building an empire and spending money on hookers, helicopters, houses, and hella parties. The pace of this film, along with Belfort’s lifestyle, is manic, and it’s that pace that causes Belfort and his buddies to get careless with their loot. Attempting to transfer large amounts of cash to Swiss accounts is the beginning of the end, and soon Belfort and his ego are believing he can outwit the feds. Amid accolades for Leo and Marty, there are plenty of folks disturbed by the portrayal of excess greed, skin, drug use and f-bombs used in this film. But Scorsese intentionally created over-the-top situations that make us cringe in an effort to make a point. Based on the book written by Belfort himself, Scorsese presents us with a snapshot of a life we don’t lead and probably don’t want to, but damn, we enjoy the ride.

Best Actor Will win: Matthew McConaughey as Ron Woodruff in Dallas Buyers’ Club The king of rom-coms known for an “it’s all good” personality, completely transformed himself for his portrayal of Ron Woodruff, a bigoted, homophobic, alcoholic southern railroad electrician who contracts HIV. In an effort to save his own life and others, while evading the medical establishment and the government, he forms a buyers’ club for non-FDA approved medicines. As Woodruff, McConaughey even takes on roles within the role (priest, doctor) in order to smuggle his goods. McConaughey’s nomination is well-deserved. He pulls us with him into the paradigm shift that Woodruff faces as he deals with the reality of his situation. He remains true to Woodruff’s sonofabitch character while convincing us that what changes we do see on screen are believable and noble. McConaughey is on a roll this award season, and we don’t see it stopping with the Oscars. Should win: Chiwetel Ejiofor as Solomon Northrup in 12 Years a Slave Chiwetel Ejiofor brings the man Solomon Northrup to the screen. There were several scenes throughout the movie

where there were no words spoken, but Ejiofor, through use of body posture, a look, a small gesture, expresses to the audience his anguish, despair, fear, and grace throughout his incredible journey. Throughout the film we watch as Solomon moves from being a confident family man, to an incredulous captive, to a beaten man who can hardly believe he has finally returned home 12 years later, with his family at last. Not only did Ejiofor become Solomon Northrup, but he opened up this life – this particular chapter in our history and this man’s personal story. Ejiofor found the grace, the humanity and the beauty in what could have been so easily overacted, finding the truth in the simplest, most subtle and honest nuances. Deserving dark horse: Bruce Dern as Woody Grant in Nebraska Bruce Dern gives the comeback performance of a lifetime. With an alcoholic gait and a hip that looks in need of replacing, Woody Grant is an aging retiree holding onto a misunderstood mission to claim a million dollar “prize”. We sense no bitterness or pity in Woody, just a sense of acceptance for what was and a hope to leave something better for his grown sons. Woody Grant is a man with a white mop of wispy hair, rampant nosehair and the slightly confused manner of a man in the early stages of dementia or deafness. But there is so much more here than his outside appearance. Dern slowly reveals a man who suffered quiet tragedies and who tells us all we need to know by how he stands staring at the horizon on the edges of the farm where he grew up. This is a beautifully understated performance, and the nomination is warranted beyond a shadow of a doubt. Whether the Academy will pull this gem out from this talented pool remains to be seen.

Other Nominees Christian Bale as Irving Rosenfeld in American Hustle Sporting a now infamous combover, beer belly, and a sweet collection of wide-lapeled suits, Bale pulls his usual amazing disappearing act by becoming Irving Rosenfeld – a con-man who is a kind of slimy teddy bear with a heart of gold for those he counts as friends. Irving talks a lot about survival, and he survives through cons because he’s smart, he’s good at it, and he’s found some people to survive for – his loopy wife and her son, and his partner in crime and true love, Sydney. Bale never disappoints – he inhabits characters with an infamous ferocity. There’s really no reason that Bale shouldn’t win as he definitely warrants the nomination, but we don’t think American Hustle and the role of Irving is the vehicle for a win this year. Leonardo DiCaprio as Jordan Belfort in The Wolf of Wall Street Even though he had the performance of his career as the unconscionable stockbroker Jordan Belfort, and on his fourth nomination is certainly due a win, the Academy has never been all that welcoming to Leonardo DiCaprio. Belfort is the uber-bright light at the center of Scorsese’s party. We are transfixed and stupefied at Belfort’s ego and apparent size of his cajones, and DiCaprio shows us his powerful acting chops again: one memorable scene has us laughing and cringing as some particularly powerful Quaaludes get the better of this not-so-super-human. This is the work of a fine actor in the hands of a director he trusts, and maybe one day DiCaprio will win over the Academy, but we doubt it will be with this role.

Best Actress Will Win: Cate Blanchett as Jasmine French in Blue Jasmine Jasmine French is a high-society Manhattanite forced to move in with her down-and-out sister in a cramped San Francisco apartment after the fall of her Bernie Madoff-esque husband’s empire. Jasmine is fragile, immature, alcoholic, damaged, and completely alone. We sympathize with her but won’t empathize with her. While we are dazzled by her beauty, wardrobe, and her former life, we are disgusted by the deceptions that were the backbone of Jasmine’s life and her ultimate undoing.

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Cate Blanchett is a marvel, completely convincing us of her victimhood, while still making us want to shake some sense into her: this is Blanche DuBois for the age of the 1 percent, and she nails it with totsl control over Jasmine’s complete loss thereof. “Blue Jasmine” is not nominated for Best Picture or Best Director, but the momentum is definitely and deservedly in her favor. Should win: Amy Adams as Sydney Prosser in American Hustle If nothing else, Amy Adams made the plunging necklines and Clairol hairdos of the 70s look good. Known for her mostly sweet and innocent roles, taking on Sydney Prosser was brilliant. Like Irving Rosenfeld, Sydney does what she has to. Adams dons the persona of Lady Edith Greensley for half the film as she and Irving attempt to draw investors into their scheme. She beautifully plays with and weaves around an FBI suitor (played by Bradley Cooper), politicians, wives, mobsters, and her own truth. Irving Rosenfeld is Sydney’s soulmate, and together they embark on a massive con that ultimately involves a hidden battle of wits. Adams has a supporting role in this year’s nominated “Her”as well, and has proven the breadth and depth of her abilities in previous turns in an amazing spate of recent Hollywood hits. Don’t get us wrong – we think Cate Blanchett is the bomb-diggity - but we also think this is the year Ms. Adams should be given her due as a remarkable woman in a significant film. Deserving Dark Horse: Sandra Bullock as Dr. Ryan Stone in Gravity Bullock deserves an award for sheer will and professionalism. Endless hours spent in an underwater tank, being suspended by wires in a cosmonaut suit, and essentially working with Outer Space as your acting partner is not for amateurs. She registers every emotion on her face- from scared shitless, to adrenaline survival mode, to measured acceptance, to reasoned determination – that face being behind the rounded glass of an astronaut’s suit for a considerable amount of time. Audiences love Bullock’s feisty determination and willingness to make fun of herself, and she shows she’s got the ability to carry a movie almost entirely on her own shoulders. Acting a little with George Clooney and a whole lot with her own monsters, memories and the unknown, Bullock deserves the nomination, but ultimately Blanchett’s tour-de-force overshadows.

Other Nominees: Judi Dench as Philomena Lee in Philomena Judi Dench portrays Philomena Lee, a woman who became pregnant in 1950s Ireland and whose father deposited her at a convent where she then lived for three years paying off her debt to the nuns. Forced to give up her child at the age of three, Philomena’s efforts to find her grown son is a heart-wrenching one, and Judi Dench inhabits it with warmth and kindness. Dench finds the essence of this (stillliving) woman, showing a matter-of-fact but innocent personality, imbuing her with grace. Philomena is a survivor, but one who has chosen to show her scars carefully. By the time she confronts one of the nuns who punished her, Philomena won’t be wounded any more, but chooses a path of forgiveness, which we are able to accept in the deft hands of Dame Judi. Nominations are due but a win is not likely. Meryl Streep as Violet Weston in August: Osage County What can one say? Meryl Streep is the Oscar queen, and the Academy and the screen love her. In a role that has earned her an 18th Academy nomination, Streep plays the pill-popping matriarch of a deeply dysfunctional Oklahoma family, and she chews it up in this film. She is another actor who inhabits her character, and is usually unfailingly spot-on in her portrayals. Unfortunately, the film overall doesn’t have a great deal of momentum behind it and has no nomination in any other category. Given her recent Oscar for The Iron Lady, it probably won’t be an Oscar this year for Meryl. Kate Pehrson & Liv Tollefson had the idea for My Drunk Kitchen first, but since someone stole the idea from under them, they are now considering a YouTube concept involving movie reviews and fabulous cocktails. Reach them at editor@ southernminnscene.com

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THE Joan Jett & The Blackhearts Satruday, March 22nd, 8 pm Treasure Island Resort and Casino, Red Wing She doesn’t sell out stadiums and arenas like Bruce Springsteen, and she’s not in the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame like Patti Smith, and she doesn’t really even have a long string of hits to her name. All of that is true. Still, it’s hard to find someone more influential, more iconic, more badass rock ‘n’ roll than Joan Jett. Since it’s inception, rock music has been advertised as music that anybody can play, but like the rest of the world, it’s always been harder for women to get the respect that men do. Sure, there were women performers before her – Janis Joplin and Heart and the aforementioned Ms. Smith to name a couple – but Jett, first with her band The Runaways and then on her own, showed the world that a woman can play just as well, write songs that are just as meaningful and rock just as hard as any man. Thirty Years after I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll, she can still bring it. The word legend gets overused, but it surely must apply to Joan Jett. This is a rare opportunity, SoMinn. Don’t miss it. By Robert Lorzei

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ARTS Minna Citron: The Uncharted Course from Realism to Abstraction: 22-Feb, 9:00 AM, The Hillstrom Museum Of Art, 800 W. College Ave., St. Peter, Free. Opening reception, Feb. 17 7 to 9 p.m. Gallery hours: Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday-Sunday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.. http:// www.gustavus.edu/finearts/hillstrom. 507-933-7171”Upstream Jason Jaspersen’s Mixed Media Art Show: 22-Feb, 1:00 PM, Gallery, Ylvisaker Fine Arts Center, Bethany Lutheran College, Mankato, Free. Bethany alumnus Jason Jaspersen’s Mixed Media art show will be on display in the YFAC Gallery. Gallery hours are 1-9 pm Sunday to Thursday, 1-8 pm Friday and Saturday.. http://www.blc.edu/ events. “Disney’s Mulan Jr. Tommy Davidson: 22-Feb, 7:00 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $25.95 . We generally consider our shows to be in the range of an ‘R’ rated movie. That simply means that anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. However, all patrons must be at least 16 years of age for the early shows, this includes children and infants. Our late shows are 21+ only due to liquor license requirements. Tommy Davidson’s excep tional range from stand-up com edy and act ing to ver sa tile music abil ity have earned him a rep u ta tion as an extra or di nary per former. Best known as one of the orig i nal stars of the hit tele vi sion show In Liv ing Color, Tommy’s reach is built on the show’s and its stars ground break ing and inno v a tive talent.. http://houseofcomedy. net/about/comics-details.asp?ID=317. “Night of the Stars ‘She Loves Me,’ a Musical: 22-Feb, 7:30 PM, Little Theatre of Owatonna, 560A Dunnell Drive, Owatonna, $10-$14. Book by Joe Masteroff Music by Jerry Bock Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick Directed by Bev Cashman Technical Director Sandee Hardy-Hagen Sponsored by the Wenger Foundation George and Amalia are two feuding clerks in a European parfumerie during the 1930 s who secretly find solace in their anonymous romantic pen pals, little knowing their respective correspondents are none other than each other. She Loves Me is funny, intelligent, honest and sentimental. $14 adults; $10 students. http://www. littletheatreofowatonna.org. Simpatico: 22-Feb, 7:30 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $20-$27. COme experience Simpatico at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center! See website for exact ticket prices.. http://www.burnsvillepac.com/events.html. “Tristan and Yseult

Loose Moose Karaoke: 22-Feb, 8:30 PM, Loose Moose Saloon & Conference Center, 119 S. Front St., Mankato, Free. Come show off your singing skills. . “The Mess Tommy Savitt: 22-Feb, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14-$20. Tommy Savitt is the 2008 winner of the Seattle-International Comedy Competition and the 2007 winner of the Boston Comedy Festival. Tommy has dedicated this past decade performing for our troops overseas. Tommy is a regular guest on the Bob & Tom show and is heard daily on Sirius and XM radio and has appeared on Si Tv and Comcast On Demand as well as over a dozen national television commercials.. http://www. gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml. Exhibition of Works by Peggy Bacon from the Hillstrom Collection: 22-Feb, All Day, The Hillstrom Museum Of Art, 800 W. College Ave., St. Peter, Free. Opening reception, Feb. 17 7 to 9 p.m. Gallery hours: Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday-Sunday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.. http:// www.gustavus.edu/finearts/hillstrom. 507-933-7171”Annual Juried Exhibition Upstream: 23-Feb, 1:00 PM, 24-Feb, All Day, Bloomington Center for the Arts, 1800 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, Free. Experience the work of artists dedicated to enhancing the lives of adults and youth with disabilities through the power of arts education. http://www.btacmn.org/3visual/at_galleries/exhibits/upstream.html. “Dillmans Mid-Winter Festival Twelve Angry Jurors: 23-Feb, 2:00 PM, Eden Prairie High School Auditorium, 17185 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie, $10 . We will be kicking off our 2014 season with by Reginald Rose, directed by Shelley Smith. A blistering character study and an examination of the American melting pot and the judicial system that keeps it in check, holds at its core a deeply patriotic belief in the U.S. legal system. February 14, 15, 21, and 22, 7:30 pmFebruary 23 at 2:00 pm Eden Prairie High School Auditorium. Tickets are $10 at the door, payable by cash or check. Tickets can also be purchased in advance online.. http:// www.edenprairieplayers.com. Amanda Crary Master of Arts Exhibition: 24-Feb, 9:00 AM, Conkling Gallery Minnesota State University, 139 Nelson Hall, Mankato, Free. Reception Feb. 24 7 p.m.. http://www.mnsu.edu/artdept/exhibitions.html. Swing West, Nightclub Two-Step: 24-Feb, 7:00 PM, Lakeville Heritage Center, 20110 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $70 . Each dance session teaches different dance steps. You do not need to attend the first session to register for the second session. Instructor: Larry Ablin. http://test.lakevillemn.gov/index. php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat. detail&evid=4837&Itemid=1356&year=2014&month=02&day=24&title=adult-dance-c lass-swing-west-nightclub-two-step&uid=01 e35641742cd4cf8eb41ad1b93459ae. Hit or Miss: 25-Feb, 7:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $7 . Come down before

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the show for dinner in the theatre. Our dinner show package includes any burger, sandwich, salad or flatbread. Beverages, appetizers, entrees and desserts are available at an additional cost. Dinner guests receive earlier access to the theater. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis (with the exception of groups of 8 or more which are pre-set). Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Patron must be at least 16 years of age to enter the venue. Shows are considered rate ‘R.’ When it comes to laughter it’s either Feast or Famine... Fizzle or Sizzle... Fly or Die.... Well you get the point. Who will hit? Who will miss? The only way to know is to be here Tuesday nights. Come down to the House of Comedy for Hit or Miss Tuesday! Think you’re hilarious? Interested in performing? All Tuesday nights are pre-arranged, so contact us today!. http://houseofcomedy. net/about/comics-details.asp?ID=259. “Twin Cities 24 American Institute of Graphic Arts Student Chapter Show: 26-Feb, 6:30 AM, Centennial Student Union Gallery, Minnesota State University, Mankato, Free. Reception February 24 6 p.m.. http://www.mnsu.edu/ artdept/exhibitions.html. “The Ballad of Emmett Till The Church Basement Ladies: 26-Feb, 1:00 PM, Plymouth Playhouse, 2705 Annapolis LN N, Plymouth, $13.50-$27. It is 1979, the day of the church’s Centennial Celebration, and past parishioners have gathered to share hotdish, bars, and stories from the last 100 years. As the women work in the kitchen, these shared memories burst into life through a series of flashbacks. Travel back to 1897, and meet Vivian’s grandmother, one of the founding members of the church; see Karin as a newlywed, cautiously navigating her way through the politics of the kitchen; and be there on that day, in 1944, when Mavis first barreled her way through the swinging door. As they timejump through a Century, these ladies manage to serve up a rib-tickling panorama of the

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changes in the kitchen, without spilling a drop of their egg coffee! Meanwhile, the Centennial Celebration continues on the lawn. But the celebration is bittersweet. Times are tough in this small farm community, and hard decisions will have to be made. But, once again, your favorite church basement ladies handle it all with grace, hilarity, and some brand new musical numbers that are sure to get your toes tapping.. http://plymouthplayhouse.com/theatre-tickets/shows/. (763) 553-1600”Almost Maine Line Dancing: 27-Feb, 10:30 AM, Club Prior, 15210 Eagle Creek Ave., Prior Lake, $3 . Join us for some fun line dancing from 10:30am to noon! Lessons are only $3. Don’t miss out!. http://www.cityofpriorlake.com/ documents/club_prior.pdf. “The Sun Serpent Scott County Crazy Quilters: 27-Feb, 5:00 PM, Scott County Historical Society, 235 Fuller Street South, Shakopee, Free. Our Scott County Crazy Quilters meet the fourth Thursday of each month. All types of handcrafters from beginners to masters are welcome.. http://scottcountyhistory. org/event/scott-county-crazy-quilters-8/. 952.445.0378 Jason Jaspersen Art Lecture and Reception: 27-Feb, 7:00 PM, Gallery, Ylvisaker Fine Arts Center, Bethany Lutheran College, Mankato, Free. Bethany alumnus Jason Jaspersen’s Mixed Media art show will be on display in the YFAC Gallery from February 18 to March 28. Gallery hours are 1-9 pm Sunday to Thursday, 1-8 pm Friday and Saturday.. http://www.blc.edu/events. Cabin Fever Variety Show: 27-Feb, 7:30 PM, Arts Center of St. Peter, 315 South Minnesota Avenue, St. Peter, $8-$10. Get out of the house and enjoy an evening with local actors, dancers, and musicians...Arts Center of St. Peter (TH, 2/27. 7:30 PM)...Mankato Brewery (FRI, 2/28, 8 PM)...Mankato Event Center (SAT, 3/1, 8 PM) Four short plays... Satori Violet Belly Dance level 2 students... The E. Z. Jazz Trio (2/27 & 2/28) and The Helder Family Band with guest Detrik Scruggs (3/1) $8 advance...$10/door. http://

www.mankatomosaic.com. The Little Mermaid: 28-Feb, 6:00 PM, 1-Mar, 11:00 AM, 1-Mar, 6:00 PM, 2-Mar, 4:30 PM, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, 501 West 78th Street, Chanhassen, $51-$82. In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. Based on the classic Disney animated feature and originally rooted in Hans Christian Andersen’s enchanting fairy tale, The Little Mermaid is a musical favorite for audiences of all ages. This production is sure to thrill in every way as it showcases beautiful sets, dazzling costumes and an award-winning musical score by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman. Revel in favorites including: ‘Part of Your World,’ ‘Under the Sea,’ ‘Les Poissons,’ ‘Poor Unfortunate Souls,’ ‘Kiss the Girl’ and many more.. http://www.chanhassentheatres. com/littlemermaid.aspx. (952) 934-1525 Exhibition Opening Reception: 28-Feb, 6:00 PM, Rochester Art Center, 40 Civic Center Dr. SE, Rochester, $5 . Celebrate the opening of exhibitions by Chiharu Shiota, Jonathan Kaiser, and Jon Allen & Tom Erickson at a reception in their honor. Admission is free for Rochester Art Center members $5 for non-members. S nt s will provide a cash bar. Artist talk by Jonathan Kaiser at 7:30 pm Artist talk by Jon Allen & Tom Erickson at 8 pm. http://www.rochesterartcenter.org. 507-282-8629 Mike Gardner: 28-Feb, 7:30 PM, 28-Feb, 10:00 PM, 1-Mar, 7:30 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14-$20. You’ve seen him on Fox TV, WGN, and heard him on XM Radio. Comedian Mike Gardner is slated to release his second DVD ‘Better Than a Real Job’ this month. Mike’s autobiographical humor will take you on a roller coaster ride of subjects from his Redneck Mother, Growing up with the menstrual hells of 6-sisters to his celebrity run-ins during his life as a prestigious country club golf pro. Come see a Mike Gardner show, where he is sure to be disappointing his father.. http://www.gooniescomedy.com/

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Monday, March 10, 7:00 pm Alumni Hall, Gustavus Adolphus College Gravitas is defined on Dictionary.com as something that has seriousness, solemnity, or importance. Ok. That’s maybe not the best way I would choose to describe Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, but it’s close. To me, gravitas is an intangible trait that demands immediate respect. It’s a mixture of confidence, ability, intelligance and charm, and Adichie has all of that, and plenty more to spare. Born in Nigeria, she first received worldwide attention when her first novel, Purple Hibiscus, was published in 2003. Since then she has published two more novels and a collection of short stories, and has been called “the most prominent of a procession of critically acclaimed young anglophone authors that is succeeding in attracting a new generation of readers to African Literature.” Her second novel, Half of A Yellow Sun, has been turned into a movie set to be released in 2014, and – just to give her some cred with the kids – a TED talk she gave entitled We Should All Be Feminists was sampled and used by Beyonce in her song ***Flawless. One of the great joys of living in the 21st Century and the Information Age is our ability to hear and experience voices and viewpoints as no generation ever has before. Great thinkers and philosophers emerge from all over the globe, and brothers and sisters, most of them aren’t stodgy white men in togas or powdered wigs. Adichie is giving a lecture that is free and open to the public on March 10th at Gustavus Adolphus. This might be the first time you’ve ever heard of her, but guaranteed, it will not be the last. When this kind of gravitas makes a stop in Southern Minnesota, we should all stop and take notice. For more information, contact Professor of Political Science and Director of the Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies Program Jill Locke atjlocke@ gustavus.eduor 507-933-6226. – – Rich Larson, editor@southernminnscene.com

shows.shtml. As You Like It: 1-Mar, 2:00 PM, Ted Paul Theatre of Earley Center for Performing Arts, Minnesota State University, Mankato, $11-$16. Rosalind, the daughter of a banished duke, falls in love with Orlando, the disinherited son of a friend of the duke. When she is banished from the court by her usurping uncle, Duke Frederick, Rosalind takes on the appearance of a boy calling herself Ganymede. She travels with her cousin Celia and the jester Touchstone to the Forest of Arden, where her father and his friends live in exile. Themes about life and love, including aging, the natural world and death are included in the play. New friends are

made and families are reunited. Minnesota State Mankato presented As You Like It in 1974.. http://mnsu.edu/theatre. “Cheryl LeClair-Sommer Agnes of God: 1-Mar, 7:30 PM, Bloomington Center for the Arts, 1800 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, $17 - $22. Court-appointed psychiatrist Dr. Martha Livingstone is summoned to a convent and charged with assessing the sanity of a young novice nun accused of murdering her newborn. The Mother Superior determinedly keeps young Agnes from the

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The James Sewell Ballet presents Lover Thursday, March 20th The Newhall Auditorium, Shattuck-St. Mary’s Faribault Friday, March 21st The Historic Paramount Theater, Austin It isn’t hard to find good music in SoMinn. From the Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra to The Gear Daddies, there are choices abounding and aplenty. The same goes for great theater and visual arts, as well. It’s everywhere. We’re well stocked. But really great dance is not as easy to come by around here. Frankly, it’s tough to find anywhere if you aren’t in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago or Europe. One of the real gems of American ballet, however, is based right up I-35 in downtown Minneapolis. The James Sewell Ballet bills itself as “Sometimes controversial, sometimes funny, always innovative.” They’re never boring. Co-founders Sally Rousse and namesake James Sewell have performed and worked with every major troupe in the country from the Denishawn School in L.A. to the New York Ballet. Their annual tour brings them through Faribault and Austin this year, performing original pieces set to the music of Rodgers and Hart. I know a few of you are rolling your eyes at the idea of going to the ballet, but it’s really not the hoity toity, elitist event you think it is. These are world class athletes, doing things that most people can’t even dream of. You’ll pay $60 to go see the Vikings, right? Or $50 for a Wild game? You can see the James Sewell Ballet for less than $20. Go check them out. Visit https://www.wiztix.com/dnboxoffice/inet/eventview.aspx?cid=24 for Paramount Theater tickets. Contact Dallas Musselman at (507) 333-1620 or atdmusselman@s-sm.orgfor Shattuck St. Mary’s tickets. – – Rich Larson, editor@southernminnscene.com

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From 20 doctor, arousing suspicions further. The doctor’s questions force all three women to reexamine the meaning of faith and the power of love leading to a dramatic, compelling climax.. http://www.btacmn.org/2perform/ at_theaters/blackbox/agnes.html. “The Men With Two First Names Show Cabin Fever Variety Show: 1-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mankato Event Center, 12 Civic Center Plaza #10, Mankato, $8-$10. Get out of the house and enjoy an evening with local actors, dancers, and musicians...Arts Center of St. Peter (TH, 2/27. 7:30 PM)...Mankato Brewery

(FRI, 2/28, 8 PM)...Mankato Event Center (SAT, 3/1, 8 PM) Four short plays...Satori Violet Belly Dance level 2 students...The E. Z. Jazz Trio (2/27 & 2/28) and The Helder Family Band with guest Detrik Scruggs (3/1). http://www.mankatomosaic.com. The Heavy Set: 1-Mar, 9:00 PM, Ed’s No-Name Bar, 252 East Third Street, Winona, $5 . Erik Koskinen Band and The Heavy Set will both be releasing their latest studio works. $5.00 at the door, 9pm doors, 9:30 show time. Some of you may have caught his raging set at Chickentown last summer, or at Boats and Bluegrasses past. He’s also

amazing in the studio - if you’ve enjoyed Trampled By Turtles’ Palamino, Dead Man Winter’s Wolves, or Two Many Banjos’ POW (just to name a few), he was the production/ engineering behind it. Come welcome him to the No Name with open arms and dancing shoes.. http://www.edsnonamebar.com. Celebration Dance Competition: 2-Mar, 9:00 AM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, Free. Dancers and vocalist compete in a regional talent competition for awards and cash prizes.. http://www.burnsvillepac.com/ dance-comps.html.

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Swing West, Nightclub Two-Step: 3-Mar, 7:00 PM, Lakeville Heritage Center, 20110 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $70 . Each dance session teaches different dance steps. You do not need to attend the first session to register for the second session. Instructor: Larry Ablin. http://test.lakevillemn.gov/index. php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat. detail&evid=4837&Itemid=1356&year=2014&month=02&day=24&title=adult-danc e-class-swing-west-nightclub-two-step&u id=01e35641742cd4cf8eb41ad1b93459ae. “Insights 2014 Design Lecture Series Scooby Doo: Musical Mysteries: 6-Mar, 4:00 PM, 6-Mar, 7:00 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $35-$65. Come see Scooby in the gang as they some solve mysteries, sing some songs, and catch some bad guys!. http://www.burnsvillepac.com/ scooby-doo.html. Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day: 7-Mar, 7:00 PM, Stages Theatre Company, 1111 Main Street, Hopkins, $15 . Pity poor Alexander. He went to bed with gum in his mouth and woke up with gum in his hair. And things went downhill from there. Don’t miss the hilarious results of a single day in the life of one of our favorite children’s book characters. You will relate to this mayhem as you laugh out loud. Have fun piecing together our 30th anniversary logo!. http://www.stagestheatre. org/upcoming-shows/02/28/2013/alexanderand-terrible-horrible-no-good-very-bad-day. Cedric Watson and Bijou Creole: 8-Mar, 7:30 PM, Zumbrota State Theatre, 88 E 4th St., Zumbrota, $18-$21. Cedric Watson & Bijou Creole resurrect the ancient sounds of the French and Spanish contra dance and bourr alongside the spiritual rhythms of the Congo tribes of West Africa. Come check them out!. http://www.crossingsatcarnegie. com/page0003.CedricWatsonBijouCreole. html. 507-732-5210 Soweto Gospel Choir: 8-Mar, 7:30 PM, Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Drive, Rochester, $28-$31. When it comes to vocal talent, Africa, and more particularly South Africa, has spawned the most evocative sounds on earth and still produces the very best that the world has to offer in this art form. Soweto Gospel Choir is that very best. ...songs calculated to go straight to the heart, sung with that joyous sense of celebration and exuberance that only black South African choirs seem capable of achieving.’ - West Australian, Perth Expect earthy rhythms, rich harmonies, acapella numbers as well as accompaniment by an exciting 4 piece band and percussion section. Add to this, energetic dancing and vibrant, colourful costumes, and the mix is awesome. This young dynamic choir performs both traditional and contemporary music, adding its own unique feel and interpretation to both. The choir performs in 6 of South Africa’s 11 official languages. Over the last 10 years Soweto Gospel Choir has brought joy into the lives of audiences all over the world. They have collaborated, recorded and performed with artists including Bono and U2, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Robert Plant, Celine Dion, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Peter Gabriel, Josh Grobin as well as Andre Rieu. They have performed in front of President Bill Clinton, Oprah Winfrey and of course their spiritual fathers, Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. It all started in Australia in 2003 with their first ever ticketed performance in Melbourne. It has been an incredible journey from the streets of Soweto to the world’s most prestigious venues. Since that day, Soweto Gospel Choir has gone from completely unknown to being heralded around the world as one of the great vocal ensembles. Along the way they have won 2 Grammys, an Emmy and an Oscar nomination and have just released their 6th album Divine Decade. But no amount of glittering international recognition and praise has diverted Soweto Gospel Choir from the mission it holds close at heart. In 2003 the choir founded its own aids orphans foundation, Nkosi’s Haven Vukani. With the plight of South Africa’s sick and impoverished top of mind, their foundation supports families and organizations that receive little or no government support. These destitute families and children rely on Soweto Gospel Choir to sing all over the world for very much more than

their supper. To date, the choir has collected over 4 million for their foundation. Whenever they are in South Africa, the choir performs for a variety of charitable organizations, is involved in many fundraisers, and visits with old age pensioners, aid orphans and many others less privileged than themselves, but who can be uplifted by the choir’s inspirational music and spirit.. http://www. riversideconcerts.com. Judy, Judy, Judy!: 14-Mar, 7:30 PM, Paramount Theater, 125 N.E. Fourth Ave., Austin, $20 . A Paramount Special Event Directed by Jerry Girton, this production features local actress Krista Johnson as Judy Garland as well as numerous other local talented actors and singers. This event will help raise much needed funds for the Historic Paramount Theatre. http://www.paramounttheatre.org. Isaac Witty: 14-Mar, 8:30 PM, Dangerfields Comedy, 1583 East First Avenue, Shakopee, $15-$30. Isaac Witty’s love for comedy was planted at an early age. Most of his childhood was spent in the back pew watching his parents perform sketch comedy in various churches across the country. Over the course of a career that has spanned nearly two decades, Isaac has developed a quirky and sometimes even dark style that does not fit the mold of your average clean comedian. Most people don’t notice till after the show that they could have brought their grandmother. With his perfect timing and unique cadence, he hits his punchlines hard but can also play pauses and silence for big laughs. Isaac’s seemingly bottomless arsenal of precisely worded jokes are all on display in his recently released album, Zero Balance produced by Rooftop Comedy. . http://dangerfieldscomedy.com/?page_id=89. 952-445-2245 St. Peter Choral Society Performance: 16-Mar, 2:30 PM, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 111 4th St. NW, Waseca, $10-$15. The St. Peter Choral Society will present Faure Requiem. Tickets $10 in advance, available at Swedish Kontur Imports; $15 at the door.. http://www.stpeterchoralsociety. org/. Hope Their Master of Arts Exhibition: 17-Mar, 9:00 AM, 18-Mar, 9:00 AM, Conkling Gallery Minnesota State University, 139 Nelson Hall, Mankato, Free. Hope Thier Master of Arts Exhibition. Reception March 17 7 p.m.. http://www.mnsu.edu/artdept/ exhibitions. Rumors: 20-Mar, 7:00 PM, Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $12.50 - $20.50. There are no servants to speak of, the hostess has gone missing and the deputy mayor has shot himself - in the head (it’s okay, it’s just a flesh wound). The deputy New York City mayor and his wife are celebrating their tenth wedding anniversary! It’s a party! However, when four couples arrive they soon discover that something is a miss.. http://www.sheldontheatre.org/events/ phxthSpring2014. 651-388-8700 James Sewell Ballet: Lover: 20-Mar, 7:30 PM, Shattuck-St. Mary’s School, 1000 Shumway Ave, Faribault, $9-$15. JAMES SEWELL BALLET PRESENTS ‘LOVER’* THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2014 at 7:30 PM The incredible trio of Bradley Greenwald, Maria Jette, and Dan Chouinard join James Sewell Ballet on stage for a poignant and poetically comic revival of Loverset to the music of Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart. From My Funny Valentine to 10 Cents a Dance, this collaborative show promises to delight! * ‘This activity is funded, in part, by the Minnesota State Arts Board through the arts and cultural heritage fund as appropriated by the Minnesota State Legislature with money from the Legacy Amendment vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008.’ jsballet. org. http://www.s-sm.org. Spencer’s Theater of Illusion: 20-Mar, 7:30 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $30-$40. Magic is no longer merely about baffling the audience by doing something seemingly impossible. Magic these days is about spectacle, drama, danger, and personality. Kevin and Cindy Spencer are the masters of the new magic theater. Come experience them!. http://www.burnsvillepac.com/angelfund-series.html.

Sleeping Beauty: 21-Mar, 7:00 PM, 22Mar, 2:00 PM, Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Drive, Rochester, $15-$18. Children’s Dance Theatre (CDT) is thrilled to bring their adaptation of the classic tale, Sleeping Beauty, to the stage. CDT’s story will begin in a far away kingdom, where the reigning King and Queen give birth to a precious daughter. The fairies of the kingdom are invited to celebrate her birth. The royal family overlooks inviting one fairy, who was very wicked. This fairy attends the celebration anyway, but with evil intentions. Join us for this enchanting story with classical music by Tchaikovsky, professional sets, colorful costuming and, of course, magic! CDT has been staging fullscale theatrical productions in the Rochester community for 27 years.www.mayociviccenter.com/ upcoming_events/eventdetails. Rumors: 21-Mar, 7:00 PM, Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $12.50 - $20.50. There are no servants to speak of, the hostess has gone missing and the deputy mayor has shot himself - in the head (it’s okay, it’s just a flesh wound). The deputy New York City mayor and his wife are celebrating their tenth wedding anniversary! It’s a party! However, when four couples arrive they soon discover that something is a miss. www. sheldontheatre.org/events/phxthSpring2014. 651-388-8700” James Sewell Ballet: Lover Cheech and Chong: 21-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, $49 . Hey, what happens when Cheech and Chong get together with Tower of Power and WAR? Answer: The Greatest Stoner show of all time!. http://www. mysticlake.com/CheechChong14. Bob Larson: 21-Mar, 8:30 PM, Dangerfields Comedy, 1583 East First Avenue, Shakopee, $15-$30. Born in Duluth, Minnesota, Bob has been headlining comedy clubs across the country since 1986. Born with a sense of humor, it was only a matter of time before the thought of show business entered his mind about 32 years. In the meantime, Bob had a varied work experience. He definitely had a blue-collar background. He worked hard for his money and his work ethic shows in his comic performances. He worked his way through college as a lumberjack, and a stock-boy. After college, he was a millwright mechanic for 8 years at a coal dock on Lake Superior. http://dangerfieldscomedy. com/?p=706. 952-445-2245 Marc Anderson and Friends: 22-Mar, 8:00 PM, Oak Center General Store, 67011 Highway 63, Lake City, $15-$15. World class percussionist Marc Anderson returns to Oak Center with Michelle Kinney on cello and vocalist Carin Vagle who also plays shruti box a small, wooden instrument that works on a system of bellows. The music is a hypnotic river of melodies and textures, spoken word and compelling rhythms that heal and transport the heart to the open field beyond. A seamless blend of original music, ancient chants, and contemporary pop songs, beautiful gems rediscovered for the first time. Marc has appeared on more than 250 recordings and has produced two solo recordings, Time Fish and Ruby. In his work with M2 and as a teacher in the Zen community, he leads retreats, workshops and classes in meditation, creativity, and sustaining healthy community. $15 - $5, pay what you can. www.oakcentergeneralstore.com. Rumors: 23-Mar, 2:00 PM, Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $12.50 - $20.50. There are no servants to speak of, the hostess has gone missing and the deputy mayor has shot himself - in the head (it’s okay, it’s just a flesh wound). The deputy New York City mayor and his wife are celebrating their tenth wedding anniversary! It’s a party! However, when four couples arrive they soon discover that something is a miss.. http://www.sheldontheatre.org/events/ phxthSpring2014. 651-388-8700 Art League Spring Show: 24-Mar, 6:30 AM, Centennial Student Union Gallery, Minnesota State University, Mankato, Free. Art League Spring Show. Reception March 24 6 p.m.. http://www.mnsu.edu/artdept/ exhibitions. The Spencers: 27-Mar, 7:00 PM, Paramount Theater, 125 N.E. Fourth Ave., Austin, $15-$20. **Part of the Paramount 2014 Performance Series** Theatre of Illusion is not your run-of-the-mill magic show, and the Spencers are not your typical magicians. Their show is a unique fusion of magic and illusion, humor and mystery, and persona and personality.. http://www. paramounttheatre.org. The Fox and the Fairway: 28-Mar, 7:30 PM, 29-Mar, 2:00 PM, 30-Mar, 7:30 PM, Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave., Faribault, $10-$14. Come on a hilarious romp which pulls the rug from underneath the stuffy denizens of a private country club.

$10 students. $14 for adults. http://www. paradisecenterforthearts.org/theatre/. The Complete Works of Shakespeare: 28-Mar, 7:30 PM, Lyric Arts Main Street Stage, 420 East Main Street, Anoka, $13-$22. In this irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s plays, three madcap men in tights weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare’s Comedies, Histories, and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter. Be warned this show is a high-speed, roller-coaster-like condensation of all of Shakespeare’s plays, and is not recommended for people with heart ailments, bladder problems, inner-ear disorders, outerear disorders, degrees in Elizabethan history, or people inclined to motion sickness.. http:// www.lyricarts.org/on-stage/the-completeworks-of-shakespeare-abridged. Fool Me Once: 28-Mar, 8:00 PM, The Roadhaus, 510 Main St., Henderson, $10 . Cabaret Le Ruse will perform its new April Fools show, ‘Fool Me Once,’ 8 p.m. March 28 at Henderson Roadhaus, 8 p.m. March 29 at Arts Center of St. Peter; 7 p.m. April 1 at Mankato Event Center; and 8 p.m. April 4 at Grand Kabaret in New Ulm. Join us for short plays, skits, poetry and music with String Theory, featuring Ron Arsenault, Dave Pengra and special musical guest Billy Steiner. Tickets on sale at Charley’s Restaurant, Arts Center, Roadhaus, Grand Kabaret and by calling 507-420-1881. For more information go to http://cabaretleruse.com.. http://cabaretleruse.com. Craig Allen: 28-Mar, 8:30 PM, Dangerfields Comedy, 1583 East First Avenue, Shakopee, $15-$30. Craig Allen is a highly-respected comedy writer who can be heard regularly on XM Satellite Radio, and who recently made his national radio debut on The Bob and Tom Show. Craig Allen is known in the comedy industry as a top-notch joke writer. Comedian Wild Bill Bauer, says of Craig: Craig Allen is one of the top five comedic writers I know the other four are already stars. Craig Allens comedy has been described as bizarre, yet intelligent’ and ‘he delights in turning the mundane into the insane’ and his twisted logic would make a Vulcan cry with laughter. Craig initially started out writing material for other comedians, such as Rick Rockwell from Who Wants to Marry a Multi-Millionaire?. http://dangerfieldscomedy.com/?p=712. 952-445-2245”Vilification Tennis Mixed Blood Theatre Presents: The Deaf Duckling: 31-Mar, 7:00 PM, Meyer Hall 101 Bethany Lutheran College, 700 Luther Dr., Mankato, . Featuring a talented cast of deaf and hearing actors, this innovative show deftly intertwines the familiar fairy tale with the story of a deaf child born into a hearing family. Performed simultaneously in English and American Sign Language, it offers a warm and insightful look at how one family bridges deaf and hearing cultures.. http://www.blc. edu/events. Senior Show 1: 1-Apr, 9:00 AM, Conkling Gallery Minnesota State University, 139 Nelson Hall, Mankato, Free. Senior Show 1. Reception March 31 7 p.m.. http://www.mnsu.edu/artdept/exhibitions. “The Complete Works of Shakespeare The Voice of the Prairie: 4-Apr, 7:30 PM, Sigurd K. Lee Theater, Bethany Lutheran College, 700 Luther Dr., Mankato, $5-$8. The Voice of the Prairie is a play centered around the time-honored tradition of storytelling. Flashing back between the 1890s and 1920s, the play follows David Quinn as he tells tales on the radio which is just making its way west. Most of David’s stories involve his youthful adventures with Frankie, a blind girl he rescued from a cruel father. He becomes famous on the radio until Frankie reenters his life thirty years later.. http://www.blc.edu. Merely Players presents: The Lion, the Witch, & the Wardrobe: 4-Apr, 7:30 PM, Lincoln Community Center, 110 Fulton St., Mankato, $9-$15. Through the magic of theatre, we travel to Narnia through the old wardrobe with the four Pevensie children, and get swept into their journey to stand with the great lion Aslan against the evil White Witch. As the children battle the forces of evil they discover that Love is the deepest magic of all.. http://www.merelyplayers.com/.

COMEDY Tommy Davidson: 22-Feb, 7:00 PM, 22-Feb, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $25.95 . We generally consider our shows

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Boiled in Lead Saturday, March 29th, 8 pm Oak Center General Store, Lake City We all love to go see and hear Irish music this time of year, but some of us like to hear it a little more amplified, and a little more sped up. In Boston that might mean heading out to Landsdown Street to check out The Dropkick Murphys. In L.A., that might mean going to see Flogging Molly (who, by the way, will also be at First Avenue in Minneapolis on March 9th), but here in Minnesota, that can only mean it’s time for Boiled in Lead. Not as loud as the Murphys, and not as aggressive as Flogging Molly, they’ll get a crowd whipped up into a pretty good frenzy just the same. Once a product of the underground Minneapolis punk movement, BiL has taken their place as one of the elder-statesmen bands of the Twin Cities music scene. But after thirty years, and plenty of membership comings and goings (original vocalist Todd Menton returned to the fold a couple years ago), this band still puts on a hell of a show. The added treat to this event is the venue itself. If you’ve never had a chance to catch a show at the resplendent hippie palace that is the Oak Center General Store, you should grant yourself this outstanding St. Patrick’s experience. Visit oakcentergeneralstore.com for details. – – Rich Larson, editor@southernminnscene.com

to be in the range of an ‘R’ rated movie. That simply means that anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. However, all patrons must be at least 16 years of age for the early shows, this includes children and infants. Our late shows are 21+ only due to liquor license requirements. Tommy Davidson’s excep tional range from stand-up com edy and act ing to ver sa tile music abil ity have earned him a rep u ta tion as an extra or di nary per former. Best known as one of the orig i nal stars of the hit tele vi sion show In Liv ing Color, Tommy’s reach is built on the show’s and its stars ground break ing and inno v a tive talent.. http://houseofcomedy.net/about/comicsdetails.asp?ID=317. “Tommy Savitt Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret: 22-Feb, 8:00 PM, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, 501

West 78th Street, Chanhassen, $28 . The Stevie Ray’s Comedy Troupe creates hilarious comedy based on suggestions you call out from the audience. Watch a high-quality show in a relaxed atmosphere!. http://www. chanhassentheatres.com/stevie_rays_comedy_cabaret.aspx. (952) 934-1525”Kurt Braunohler David Testroet: 22-Feb, 8:30 PM, Dangerfields Comedy, 1583 East First Avenue, Shakopee, $15-$30. Come on down to Dangerfield’s For a great night and lots of laughs!. http://dangerfieldscomedy. com/?page_id=89. 952-445-2245 Tommy Savitt: 22-Feb, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14-$20. Tommy Savitt is the 2008 winner of the Seattle-International Comedy Competition and the 2007 winner of the Bos-

ton Comedy Festival. Tommy has dedicated this past decade performing for our troops overseas. Tommy is a regular guest on the Bob & Tom show and is heard daily on Sirius and XM radio and has appeared on Si Tv and Comcast On Demand as well as over a dozen national television commercials.. http://www. gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml. Cy Amundson: 26-Feb, 7:30 PM, 27-Feb, 7:30 PM, 28-Feb, 9:45 PM, 1-Mar, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13-$20. We generally consider our shows to be in the range of an ‘R’ rated movie. That simply means that anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. However, all patrons must be at least 16 years of age for the early shows, this includes children and infants. Our late shows are 21+ only due

to liquor license requirements. Called one of the most talented young comedians out there by Dylan Gadino of Punchline Magazine, and a winner of the rooftopcomedy.com Silver Nail Award for up and coming comedian, Cy Amundson is fast making a name for himself in the world of comedy. In addition to performing at colleges and clubs across the country Cy was a performer at the 2009 Seattle International Comedy Competition and the 2010 Aspen Comedy Festival. Bringing undeniable electricity to the stage Cy combines high energy story telling with hilarious observations. His show is not to be missed.. http://houseofcomedy.net/about/ comics-details.asp?ID=140. Mike Gardner: 28-Feb, 7:30 PM, 28-Feb, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14-$20. You’ve seen

him on Fox TV, WGN, and heard him on XM Radio. Comedian Mike Gardner is slated to release his second DVD ‘Better Than a Real Job’ this month. Mike’s autobiographical humor will take you on a roller coaster ride of subjects from his Redneck Mother, Growing up with the menstrual hells of 6-sisters to his celebrity run-ins during his life as a prestigious country club golf pro. Come see a Mike Gardner show, where he is sure to be disappointing his father.. http://www. gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml. Cabin Fever Variety Show: 1-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mankato Event Center, 12 Civic Center Plaza #10, Mankato, $8-$10. Get out of the house and enjoy an evening with local actors, dancers, and musicians...Arts Center of St. Peter (TH, 2/27. 7:30 PM)...Mankato Brewery (FRI, 2/28, 8 PM)...Mankato Event Center

(SAT, 3/1, 8 PM) Four short plays...Satori Violet Belly Dance level 2 students...The E. Z. Jazz Trio (2/27 & 2/28) and The Helder Family Band with guest Detrik Scruggs (3/1). http://www.mankatomosaic.com. Jonny Beehner: 1-Mar, 8:30 PM, Dangerfields Comedy, 1583 East First Avenue, Shakopee, $15-$30. Come on out to Dangerfield’s for Jonny Beehner and a good time!. http://dangerfieldscomedy.com/?page_id=89. 952-445-2245 Sal Demilio: 7-Mar, 8:30 PM, 8-Mar, 8:30 PM, 8-Mar, 8:30 PM, Dangerfields Comedy, 1583 East First Avenue, Shakopee, $15-$30. Growing up Italian there was never a shortage of food, ‘I would have liked to have eaten out, but until McDonalds comes out with a 30 piece McRavioli, I’m eating at Mamma Louise’s. Corporate clients such as Ford Motor

Company, Home Depot, United Way, Arizona Beverages and 7 Up Bottling Company have all had the pleasure of Sal performing at their National Sales Meetings. 7 Up General Manager, James Fox, ‘Sal was hysterical; he had my national sales force in stitches for 45 minutes. Any company would benefit with Sal as their entertainer.’. http://dangerfieldscomedy.com/?page_id=89. 952-445-2245 Isaac Witty: 14-Mar, 8:30 PM, 15-Mar, 8:30 PM, Dangerfields Comedy, 1583 East First Avenue, Shakopee, $15-$30. Isaac Witty’s love for comedy was planted at an early age. Most of his childhood was spent in the back pew watching his parents perform sketch comedy in various churches across the country. Over the course of a career that

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A new comedy about Love, Life, & man’s Eternal Love affair with… GOLF! Paradise Community Theatre Presents

By Lend Me a Tenor’s Ken Ludwig Paradise Community Theatre Best Community Theatre 2013

Directed By Kathy Rush “'The Fox on the Fairway' is phenomenally funny!” -- NJ Star Ledger “Three words best describe ‘The Fox on the Fairway’…Hilarious, hilarious and hilarious.” -- The Examiner

CADDYSHACK FANS UNITE! March 28th - 30th & April 3rd - 5th All Performances at 7:30pm. March 30th at 2pm. ASL April 3rd.

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From 23 has spanned nearly two decades, Isaac has developed a quirky and sometimes even dark style that does not fit the mold of your average clean comedian. Most people don’t notice till after the show that they could have brought their grandmother. With his perfect timing and unique cadence, he hits his punchlines hard but can also play pauses and silence for big laughs. Isaac’s seemingly bottomless arsenal of precisely worded jokes are all on display in his recently released album, Zero Balance produced by Rooftop Comedy. . http://dangerfieldscomedy. com/?page_id=89. 952-445-2245 Cheech and Chong: 21-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, $49 . Hey, what happens when Cheech and Chong get together with Tower of Power and WAR? Answer: The Greatest Stoner show of all time!. http:// www.mysticlake.com/CheechChong14. Bob Larson: 21-Mar, 8:30 PM, 22-Mar, 8:30 PM, Dangerfields Comedy, 1583 East First Avenue, Shakopee, $15-$30. Born in Duluth, Minnesota, Bob has been headlining comedy clubs across the country since 1986. Born with a sense of humor, it was only a matter of time before the thought of show business entered his mind about 32 years. In the meantime, Bob had a varied work experience. He definitely had a blue-collar background. He worked hard for his money and his work ethic shows in his comic performances. He worked his way through college as a lumberjack, and a stock-boy. After college, he was a millwright mechanic for 8 years at a coal dock on Lake Superior. http://dangerfieldscomedy. com/?p=706. 952-445-2245 Fool Me Once: 28-Mar, 8:00 PM, 29-Mar, 8:00 PM, The Roadhaus, 510 Main St., Henderson, $10 . Cabaret Le Ruse will perform its new April Fools show, ‘Fool Me Once,’ 8 p.m. March 28 at Henderson Roadhaus, 8 p.m. March 29 at Arts Center of St. Peter; 7 p.m. April 1 at Mankato Event Center; and 8 p.m. April 4 at Grand Kabaret in New Ulm. Join us for short plays, skits, poetry and music with String Theory, featuring Ron Arsenault, Dave Pengra and special musical guest Billy Steiner. Tickets on sale at Charley’s Restaurant, Arts Center, Roadhaus, Grand Kabaret and by calling 507-420-1881. For more information go to http://cabaretleruse.com.. http://cabaretleruse.com. Craig Allen: 28-Mar, 8:30 PM, Dangerfields Comedy, 1583 East First Avenue, Shakopee, $15-$30. Craig Allen is a highly-respected comedy writer who can be heard regularly on XM Satellite Radio, and who recently made his national radio debut on The Bob and Tom Show. Craig Allen is known in the comedy industry as a top-notch joke writer. Comedian Wild Bill Bauer, says of Craig: Craig Allen is one of

Ring of Kerry Thursday, March 20th, 7:30 pm Owatonna Arts Center, Owatonna

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The performance space at the Owatonna Arts Center is something of a wonder. It’s a beautiful room with high ceilings and tiled floors that somehow also has excellent acoustics. The OAC has done their best to take advantage of that lately by bringing in such top level performers as Chastity Brown, Sally Barris and Molly Maher (their Americana Showcase was one of 2013’s highlights for music in SoMinn). For St. Patrick’s Day, they’ve invited Twin Cities Irish music collective Ring of Kerry down to perform in that room, which should make for a pretty festive evening. Featuring Paul Blondell on fiddle, Charlie Roth on guitar, Karie Oberg on flute & pennywhistle, Paul Imholte on the hammered dulcimer, and Paul Cotton on the bodhran (they all sing, too), Ring of Kerry bills themselves both a “raucous pub band” and a sweet acoustic group capable of “seranading an audience with beautiful Irish pieces”. Based on the quality of the music OAC has presented over the last year, we’re pretty sure this is going to be a good time. Visit oacarts.org for details. – – Rich Larson, editor@southernminnscene.com

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the top five comedic writers I know the other four are already stars. Craig Allens comedy has been described as bizarre, yet intelligent’ and ‘he delights in turning the mundane into the insane’ and his twisted logic would make a Vulcan cry with laughter. Craig initially started out writing material for other comedians, such as Rick Rockwell from Who Wants to Marry a Multi-Millionaire?. http:// dangerfieldscomedy.com/?p=712. 952-4452245”Gus Lynch

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From 25 Band Masterworks Concert: 27-Feb, 7:00 PM, Bloomington Kennedy High School, 9701 Nicollet Avenue South, Bloomington, Free+. Come experience music from the Bloomington Kennedy band!. http:// khs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/node/3116560. 952-681-5000 Tom Hunter Piano: 27-Feb, 7:00 PM, American Legion Post 435, 6501 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, Free. Come listen to some piano played by Tom Hunter!. http://mnlegion435.org/site/eventscalendar. php?y=2014&m=1. 612-866-3647”Roots Music Jam Night Open Mic Night: 27-Feb, 8:00 PM, Neisen’s Sports Bar and Grill, 4851 West 123rd Street, Savage, Free. Bring yourself over to Neisens and perform some songs on your acoustic guitar every Thursday night!. http://neisens.com/music-events/. (952) 846-4513 Mark Mraz: 27-Feb, 8:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, Free. Everybody’s favorite ‘piano Man’-- is back tickling the ivories and performing all your favorite sing-along songs, along with a trove of golden oldies and classic covers from the pop music archives.. http:// tavernofnorthfield.com/index.php?view=det ails&id=117%3AThe+Piano+Man&option=c om_eventlist&Itemid=6. Rice County Roosters: 27-Feb, 8:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Come out to the Contented Cow tonight for some country Cock ‘n roll from Rice County Roosters!. http://1001solutionsllc.com/ the-contented-cow/calendar/#.UvOg8fl5OSp. 1.507.663.1351”Jackwagon Open Mic with Ocho: 27-Feb, 9:00 PM, Savoy Bar And Grill, 526 South Front Street, Mankato, Free+. Come out every Thursday night and join us for Open Mic with Ocho!. http://www.facebook.com/Savoy.Mankato. 507-385-0072 Good for Gary: 27-Feb, 9:30 PM, McKracken’s Pub, 3120 West Highway 13, Burnsville, Free. Four piece acoustic version of the Fun Top 40 Dance Hits with a more casual vibe Usher, Black Eyed Peas, Eminem, Jay Z, LMFAO is sounds of Good for Gary, so come join them and listen to their unique sound every thursday!. http:// mckrackenspub.com/specials/.

Pour me: 28-Feb, 9:00 AM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, $3 . Pour Me is a country rock band from Mankato, MN.. http://www.bustersbar.com/ blog/event-calendar. Barb Piper CD Release Party: 28-Feb, 7:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. A native Minnesotan, Barbara Piper performs classics, covers, and originals with passion and expertise from her extensive and varied musical background.. http://1001solutionsllc. com/the-contented-cow/calendar/. 1.507.663.1351 Band Pops Concert: 28-Feb, 7:00 PM, Bloomington Jefferson High School, 4001 West 102nd Street, Bloomington, Free+. Don’t miss Bloomington Jefferson’s Band Pops Concert in the auditorium. Show some support for this great band!. http:// jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/node/3116859. 952-681-6409 Bach & Jazz: The Bach Society of Minnesota: 28-Feb, 7:30 PM, Gustavus Adolphus College - Jussi Bjorling Recital Hall, 800 W. College Ave., St. Peter, $9-$12. The Gustavus Artist Series brings the Bach Society of Minnesota for this special concert ‘Bach & Jazz,’ exploring the connections between one of the foremost classical composer and performer with America’s art form: jazz.. http://www.gustavus.edu/calendar. The Band Perry: 28-Feb, 7:30 PM, Verizon Wireless Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, $29.75-$39.75. The Band Perry brings their headlining We Are Pioneers World Tour to Mankato with Special Guests Easton Corbin and Lindsay Ell. Since releasing their self-titled debut album on Republic Nashville in 2010, The Band Perry has ascended to dizzying heights. Fronted by Kimberly Perry and rounded out by her younger brothers Reid and Neil, the band has notched a string of hit singles, including the quadruple-platinum ‘If I Die Young’ (which climbed to #1 on Billboard’s Country and AC charts), the platinum ‘You Lie,’ and the goldcertified Country #1 ‘All Your Life’ as well as the consecutive #1 hits, ‘Better Dig Two’ and ‘DONE.’. http://www.verizonwirelesscentermn.com. Takin’ It to the Streets: A Doobie Brothers Tribute: 28-Feb, 8:00 PM, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, 501 West 78th Street, Chanhassen, $40 . The Fabulous Armadillos and Collective Unconscious unite once again to bring you the unique vocals, soul and

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From 27 Ulm Event Center for the Bockfest After Party featuring the Band IV Play as well as Shirts & Skins Band. Doors open at 3:45pm, games/ prizes from 4-5pm. 21 + Event. http://www. newulmeventcenter.com. Band Pops Concert: 1-Mar, 6:00 PM, Bloomington Jefferson High School, 4001 West 102nd Street, Bloomington, Free+. Don’t miss Bloomington Jefferson’s Band Pops Concert in the auditorium. Show some support for this great band!. http:// jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/node/3116859. 952-681-6409 Todd Douglas: 1-Mar, 7:00 PM, Danny’s Bar and Grill, 13600 Hudson Blvd, Stillwater, Free. Acoustic pop performer Todd Douglas takes the stage at Danny’s tonight.. http:// dannysbarandgrille.com/index.php?page_id =48&mod=Pages&month=2&year=2014. (651) 436-2144 The Beatles: A Rockumentary: 1-Mar, 7:30 PM, Zumbrota State Theatre, 88 E 4th St., Zumbrota, $22-$25. Hear the music of The Beatles while enjoying news and film clips about the groups meteoric rise to become the biggest name in rock music history at The Beatles: Part I, a concert and rockumentary by Justin Ploof and the Throwbacks.. http://www.crossingsatcarnegie.com/page0003.BeatlesTribute1.html. 507-732-5210 Jazzfest 2014 with The JazzMN Orchestra: 1-Mar, 7:30 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $13-$15. Premier Twin Cites professional jazz orchestra showcasing outstanding jazz musicians from the Upper Midwest.. http://www.mnsu.edu/ music/events/. Teen Dance Party with the Andy Gibson Band: 1-Mar, 7:30 PM, Red Rock Center, 222 East Blue Earth Ave., Fairmont, $8 . A fun filled, high energy night for all area teens, featuring live music by a very versatile band from Sioux Falls, SD with five extremely talented musicians. From Hot Country Hits and Top 40 Rock to the band’s own originals you will be thoroughly entertained and not just hear the same type of music all night long.. http://redrockcenter.org/. 507-235-9262 Takin’ It to the Streets: A Doobie Brothers Tribute: 1-Mar, 8:00 PM, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, 501 West 78th Street, Chanhassen, $40 . The Fabulous Armadillos and Collective Unconscious unite once again to bring you the unique vocals, soul and power of the Doobie Brothers in their debut of Takin It to the Streets: A Doobie Brothers Tribute.. http://www.chanhassentheatres.com/ concert_series.aspx. (952) 934-1525 Steve Kaul and The Brass Kings: 1-Mar, 8:00 PM, Oak Center General Store, 67011 Highway 63, Lake City, $5-$15. Blending influences from African, Indian and Middle Eastern traditions - as well as good old Blues & Folk - Steve Kaul and The Brass Kings, bring quick finger picking acoustic and resonator guitar playing to new heights with extended sets incorporating washtub bass and washboard. The energy and drive of this homemade band is impossible to ignore. It is always a special night.. http://www. oakcentergeneralstore.com. The Listings: 1-Mar, 8:00 PM, Northstar, 503 N Broadway, Rochester, Free. Come out to Northstar tonight for some great live music!. http://www.northstarbar.net/. Trisha Yearwood: 1-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, $55-$69. Patricia Lynn ‘Trisha’ Yearwood, is an American singer, author and actress. She is best known for her ballads about vulnerable young women from a female perspective that have been described by some music critics as ‘strong’ and ‘confident.’. http://www.mysticlake.com/ trishayearwood14. Killer Hayseeds: 1-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, Free. For the best free music

in the Twin Cities, check out Mystic Lake’s Promenade Stage every Saturday night! Enjoy live entertainment while you play on one of our 4,000 slot machines and 100 blackjack tables, or just saddle up to the stage for an up-close concert experience. Be sure to check out all of the bands coming to the Promenade Stage it’s all a part of the best entertainment value in Minnesota.. http://www.mysticlake. com/entertainment/freeentertainment. Michael Lane: 1-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, Free. 21 years young, I play guitar, sing, and write the occasional song now and then.. http://www.mysticlake.com/ hotellobbyentertainment. Forrest and the Rangers: 1-Mar, 8:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Forrest and the Rangers perform live tonight at The Contented Cow.. http://1001solutionsllc.com/ the-contented-cow/calendar/#.UvT9Bvl5OSp. 1.507.663.1351 SmokeScreen: 1-Mar, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, Free. SmokeScreen is an exciting rock variety band that has been entertaining audiences around the upper midwest for over 20 years.. http:// www.paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_Events. html. (952) 758-7795 Barefoot Winos: 1-Mar, 9:00 PM, Pub 500, 500 S Front St, Mankato, Free. The Barefoot Winos started in 1989 playing it’s own distinctive brand of Blues. There energetic, soulful, live performances has captivated their audiences all over the Midwest. It’s Blues with an attitude.. http://www.pub500. com/happenings/LiveMusic. (507) 625-6500 Shane Martin Band: 1-Mar, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, $5 . Shane Martins musical style can be best described from Nashville EMMY award winning engineer/producer Kenny Royster Shane is a great singer songwriter on the teetering edge of country, pop, and rock where it’s just dangerous enough to be fun, Writing and singing straight from the heart about real-life conditions and personal experiences has connected with country and contemporary music fans alike. Martin states My goal as an artist is to connect and move audiences through my songs and performances’. http://www.bustersbar.com/ blog/event-calendar. Robayat: 2-Mar, 2:00 PM, Chanhassen Library, 7711 Kerber Blvd, Chanhassen, Free. Robayat: Music of the Middle East and surrounding countries! Robayat was formed in 1989 by Iranian native Maryam Yusefzadeh. The mission of the group is to bring better understanding of the region through music of Persia (including Iran of today), and Central Asia to Twin Cities audiences. A Robayat performance includes an introduction to culture, history, geography and life of the people.. http://host6.evanced.info/melsa/ carver/eventcalendar.as. Winter Choral Concert #1: 2-Mar, 3:00 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $7 -$9. The Minnesota State University, Mankato Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, and University Chorale will present a Choral Concert under the direction of Dr. David Dickau and Mr. Rodney Urtel.. http://www. mnsu.edu/music/events/. Helen and Paul Baumgartner, Emeritus Piano Recital: 2-Mar, 7:30 PM, Gustavus Adolphus College - Jussi Bjorling Recital Hall, 800 W. College Ave., St. Peter, Free. The Emeritus Piano Recital performed by Helen and Paul Baumgartner.. http://www. gustavus.edu. Bobaflex and Royal Bliss: 2-Mar, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, $10 . Bobaflex was established in 1998 by the McCoys. The brothers are no strangers to the press, having ancestral ties to the most infamous family feud in American history, between the Hatfields and the McCoys which almost caused a war between the states of West

Cheech & Chong, WAR, & Tower of Power Friday, March 21st, 8 pm - Mystic Lake Casino & Hotel, Prior Lake, MN It’s like a dream, man. I was walking on the beach, man, and I found this bong just lying in the sand, y’know? And I was like “oh, man, someone musta dropped this, man” so I picked it up, y’know? And it was, like, really dirty, man, like it had been buried on the beach for a really long time, y’know? So, I rubbed a bunch of the sand off, y’know, and, man, all of a sudden, man, it started smokin’, man, and it blew my mind, y’know, cuz I hadn’t even checked it yet to see if there was anything in there. All of a sudden, man, out of the smoke, man, there’s Tommy Chong! And he’s like “Oh, thanks, man, I’ve been in there for a while, yknow?” And I was like “No problem, man.” And he was like “You got me out of there, man, so I can grant you, like, three wishes, man.” And I was like, “Oh, that’s really cool, man. Do you have a joint?” And he was like “Yeah, man, but don’t you want to make a wish first?” And he didn’t even get that I had already made one of my wishes, so now it was like four wishes y’know? So, I just said “Ok, man. I wish to see you and Cheech Marin perform, man.” And he said “Ok, man.” And then I said, “And I wish for you guys to play with WAR, man, so I can watch Cheech do his dance to Lowrider, man.” And he was like “Ok, man.” And then I said “Hey, man, can Tower of Power be there, too, man?” And he said “Sure, man!” So, like this is my show, man, like with all my wishes. Plus I got to keep the bong, man. It’s the stoner dream show of 1978. Yeah, maybe this is thirty-five years late, and maybe the weed culture has gone far more mainstream than anybody could have dreamed during the Carter adminstration, but Cheech and Chong are still brilliant comics, WAR Still plays Lowrider and Why Can’t We Be Friends, and Tower of Power can still – literally – blow the doors off the joint (no pun intended). should be a pretty awesome time at Mystic Lake. Man. Visit mysticlake.com for details. – – Rich Larson, editor@southernminnscene.com

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Killer Hayseeds / Mystic Lake Casino Hotel / Prior Lake / 3.1 Virginia and Kentucky in the 1880s. Shaun said in an interview that the band’s name was inspired by the bounty hunter Boba fett from Star Wars they have released three albums and are featured on the Gigantour DVD/CD. The latest album titled Tales From Dirt Town was released on 30 October 2007. The unique thing about the band is the two frontmen, brothers Shaun and Marty McCoy, who trade guitar and lead vocals, depending on the song.. http://www.bustersbar.com/ blog/event-calendar. Winter Choral Concert: 3-Mar, 7:30 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley

Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $11-$12. The Minnesota State University, Mankato Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, and University Chorale will present a Choral Concert under the direction of Dr. David Dickau and Mr. Rodney Urtel.. http://www. mnsu.edu/music/events/. Immanuel Davis & Kathe Jarka, Guest Recital: 3-Mar, 7:30 PM, Gustavus Adolphus College - Jussi Bjorling Recital Hall, 800 W. College Ave., St. Peter, Free. Guest artists Flutist Immanuel Davis and Pianist Kathe Jarka performs a recital at Bjorling

Recital Hall.. http://www.gustavus.edu. Artists’ of the Month: North Union High School: 4-Mar, 10:00 AM, Red Rock Center, 222 East Blue Earth Ave., Fairmont, Free. For some great live music, come check out Artists’ of the Month: North Union High School.. http://redrockcenter.org/. 507-235-9262 Wally Pikal: 4-Mar, 1:00 PM, Medina Entertainment Center, 500 Hwy. 55, Medina, $8 . Get your dancing shoes out! Dance to old time/variety music in the Grand Ballroom!. http://medinaentertainment.com/ event/wally-pikal-10/.

Carey Langer: 7-Mar, 5:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Join us for live music tonight from Carey Langer.. http://1001solutionsllc.com/thecontented-cow/calendar/#.UvT9Bvl5OSp. 1.507.663.1351 The Rock of Ages: 7-Mar, 6:30 PM, Chankaska Creek Ranch And Winery, 1179 E. Pearl Street, Kasota, Free. The Rock of Ages will be performing live!. http://www. chankaskawines.com/events/live_entertainment. 507-931-0089”Ozzy Harris The Aeolus String Quartet: 7-Mar, 8:00

PM, Gustavus Adolphus College - Jussi Bjorling Recital Hall, 800 W. College Ave., St. Peter, Free. The Aeolus String Quartet, A Gustavus Artist Series Presentation.. http:// www.gustavus.edu. JunkFM: 7-Mar, 8:00 PM, Northstar, 503 N Broadway, Rochester, Free. Come out to Northstar tonight for some great live music!. http://www.northstarbar.net/. Ben Aaron: 7-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior

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From 29 Lake, Free. Ben Aaron has been playing the guitar since the age of ten. Finding his voice and picking up the harmonica soon led him to become a true songster. Ben’s original songs take influence from the Folk Revival, Country Blues, and the new Americana music that’s sweeping the nation.. http://www. mysticlake.com/hotellobbyentertainment. Shirts & Skins: 7-Mar, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, Free. Shirts & Skins emerged on the Twin Cities music scene in early 2006. Since that time they have performed at most of the major Midwest nightclubs and festivals, as well as garnered a large legion of loyal fans.. http://www. paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Rook: 7-Mar, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, $3 . The word is out! When you need to rock & roll in Minnesota there is only one band who can truly fill the bill, and that band is Rook! Rook is a Mankato Minnesota based rock band that specializes in good times and great music. Entertaining people is what we love. Catch us live and have the best time of your life!. http://www.bustersbar.com/blog/ event-calendar. Cherry Gun: 7-Mar, 9:15 PM, Santorini Taverna & Music, 13000Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, Free. Come out to the Santorini Taverna for a great night of music and dancing with Cherry Gun!. http://www.google. com/calendar/embed?height=600&wkst=1&b gcolor=%23FFFFFF&src=a2ij5afgreagep7gc 00ujq40io%40group.calendar.google.com&c

This magazine is all about Southern Minnesota, so as a rule we try not to pay attention to our more famous big brother Northern Minnesota who tends to get an awful lot more publicity than we do. But when the best thing to come out of NoMinn since Kevin McHale makes a trip down to our neck of the woods, we really do need to talk about it. It’s been more than ten years since Trampled By Turtles formed in Duluth. Almost from the word go, they were a pretty popular band in their home state, but with the release of their 2012 album Stars and Satellites, they found themselves riding the Mumford fueled wave of Newgrass popularity that eventually landed them a spot on Late Night with David Letterman. They’ve announced some tour dates for 2014 that will find them playing at such legendary venues as Stubbs BBQ in Austin (TX not MN), Tipitinas in New Orleans and Red Rocks just outside of Denver. First, though, they’re making another swing through their home state, and are playing two SoMinn shows before heading off to greener (and warmer) pastures. This is, without question, one of the best bands in a state absoluely bursting with amazing talent. It’s worth your while to check out both shows. Visit trampledbyturtles.com, verizonwirelesscenter.com and mayociviccenter.com for details. – – Rich Larson, editor@southernminnscene.com

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olor=%23060D5E&ctz=America%2FChicago. Boss Grant & The Johnny Cash Revue: 7-Mar, 9:30 PM, Babe’s Music Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave. S., Lakeville, Free. The Man in Black lives on through the tribute show ‘Boss Grant & The Johnny Cash Revue’. Hear all of the great Johnny Cash hits performed by a band that looks and sounds like the great legend.. http://www.babesmusicbar.com/ Events.asp. John Mark Nelson and Chastity Brown: 8-Mar, 7:00 PM, Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $11.50 - $17.50. Join us for some live music with John Mark Nelson and Chastity Brown.. http://www.sheldontheatre.org/events/JMN. 651-388-8700 Galactic Cowboy Orchestra: 8-Mar, 7:30 PM, Fairmont Opera House, 45 Downtown Plaza, Fairmont, $10-$20. Galactic Cowboy Orchestra is a unique and powerful musical ensemble that fuses an eclectic mix of original and traditional bluegrass-edged tunes with jazz and world/fusion elements. Their music is Chick Corea meets The Dixie Dregs meets A Prairie Home Companion. The Galactic Cowboy Orchestra plays with fire, precision and commitment. Web: www. galacticcowboyorchestra.com. http://www. fairmontoperahouse.com. Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing: 8-Mar, 7:30 PM, Signature Bar and Grill, 201 Central Ave N, Faribault, Free. Turn on your jive with Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing featuring Michael Hildebrandt, Paul Ousley, Dallas Musselman, Mark Whillock and Jivin’ Ivan Whillock. Hear a Great Swing Combo, Drink, Dance, Eat and Be Merry. No Cover Charge. . Paul Mayasich and Ramm: 8-Mar, 8:00 PM, Oak Center General Store, 67011 Highway 63, Lake City, $15-$15. Paul Mayasich brings his sweet blues vocals, awesome guitar playing, and outstanding trio: John Iden on bass and Hye Pockets on the trap set. All three of these guys contribute to vocals. They have shared the stage with many greats and always put on a terrific show. $15 - $5, pay what you can. http://www. oakcentergeneralstore.com. Jam Factory: 8-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, Free. For the best free music in the Twin Cities, check out Mystic Lake’s Promenade Stage every Saturday night! Enjoy live entertainment while you play on one of our 4,000 slot machines and 100 blackjack tables, or just saddle up to the stage for an up-close concert experience. Be sure to check out all of the bands coming to the Promenade Stage it’s all a part of the best entertainment value in Minnesota.. http://www.mysticlake.com/ entertainment/freeentertainment. Ben Aaron: 8-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, Free. Ben Aaron has been playing the guitar since the age of ten. Finding his voice and picking up the harmonica soon led him to become a true songster. Ben’s original songs take influence from the Folk Revival, Country Blues, and the new Americana music that’s sweeping the nation.. http://www. mysticlake.com/hotellobbyentertainment. Thea Ennen & Dave Ja Vue: 8-Mar, 8:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Join us tonight for live music from Thea Ennen & Dave Ja Vue.. http://1001solutionsllc.com/ the-contented-cow/calendar/#.UvT9Bvl5OSp. 1.507.663.1351 Concentual: 8-Mar, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, Free. Concentual delivers their unique brand of rock n roll with driving beats and punchy guitars, accented by clever riffs and crafty hooks.. http://www. paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Devon Worrely Band: 8-Mar, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, $5 . With their latest release Careful What You Ask For, The Devon Worley Band is quickly becoming one of the biggest names in Minnesota country music, drawing fans at home and beyond.They bring resumes that embrace country, rock, pop, funk and R&B to create a unique country sound with hints of all musical genres, offering something for everyone.. http://www. bustersbar.com/blog/event-calendar. Dean Weisser: 8-Mar, 9:15 PM, Santorini Taverna & Music, 13000Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, Free. Come on down to the Santorini Taverna to see the Dean Weisser band!. http://www.google.com/calendar/emb ed?height=600&wkst=1&bgcolor=%23FFFF

FF&src=a2ij5afgreagep7gc00ujq40io%40gro up.calendar.google.com&color=%23060D5E &ctz=America%2FChicago. Andy Tackett: 9-Mar, 11:00 AM, Pub 500, 500 S Front St, Mankato, Free. Join us for Andy’s acoustic tunes, hearty fare and handcrafted bloody marys.. http://www.pub500. com/. (507) 625-6500 Orkestar Bez Ime: 9-Mar, 2:00 PM, Chanhassen Library, 7711 Kerber Blvd, Chanhassen, Free. Dee Langley leads this professional Balkan band. She, like many members of the group first met through participating in the activities of Ethnic Dance Theater, and later formed Orkestar Bez Ime. The group is in demandthroughout the Midwest. It is a 6-piece professional band playing the varied dance. http://host6.evanced.info/ melsa/carver/eventcalendar.asp. Showcasing Area Talent: 9-Mar, 2:00 PM, Red Rock Center, 222 East Blue Earth Ave., Fairmont, Free. Showcasing Red Rock Center for the Arts-featuring area visual and performing artists: Mike Ellingsen - vocal/ piano Simply Strings - string duet SonGQuesT- acapella quartet Aspiring Artists from North Union High School Art Department artistically representing the restoration and preservation of the Red Rock Center for the Arts. Chocolate Lovers Delight refreshments will be served FREE WILL ADMISSION. http://redrockcenter.org/. 507-235-9262 St. Peter Choral Society Performance: 9-Mar, 2:30 PM, Union Presbyterian Church, 3rd and Locust St., St. Peter, $10-$15. Gounod Ave Maria, Stabat Mater, Faure Requiem with orchestra. Tickets at Swedish Kontur $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Students free. Concert repeated at Waseca, Sacred Heart Church, March 16 2:30 p.m. Advance tickets $10 at Waseca Music Company $15 at the door Students free.. http://www. stpeterchoralsociety.org/. MPLS Guitar Quartet with Geo Hong: 13-Mar, 7:30 PM, Shattuck-St. Mary’s School, 1000 Shumway Ave, Faribault, $9$15. NEWHALL AUDITORIUM Considered one of the world’s leading guitar ensembles since its founding in 1986, the Minneapolis Guitar Quartet joins with pipa virtuoso Gao Hong to perform a new work for quartet and pipa. The pipa (Chinese lute) is an ancient instrument with a history that spans two thousand years. The Minneapolis Guitar Quartet and Gao Hong took this program on tour to China in the summer of 2013. minneapolisguitarquartet.com Gao Hong chinesepipa.com. http://www.s-sm.org. Lightwire: The Show: 14-Mar, 7:30 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $30-$40. Enjoy an epic adventure of endless possibilities during Lightwire!. http://www.burnsvillepac. com/events.html. Power Balladz: 14-Mar, 8:00 PM, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, 501 West 78th Street, Chanhassen, $40 . Do you remember what song was playing when you had your first kiss or your first slow dance? Chances are it was a power ballad those songs that double as a soundtrack to your life. For a rockin’ hot evening, experience Power Balladz and unleash your inner rock star!. http://www. chanhassentheatres.com/concert_series. aspx. (952) 934-1525”Slow Children Mosaic: 14-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, Free. Enjoy live music from 8 p.m. to midnight featuring Mosaic! Formerly Rose and Thomas.. http://www.mysticlake.com/ hotellobbyentertainment. DJ Nikki White Shoes: 14-Mar, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, Free. DJ Nikki White Shoes is spinning the tunes tonight.. http://www.paulys-pub.com/ Calander_Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Strange Days: 14-Mar, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, $3 . Picture being in a band and playing a cover of one of 3 Doors Downs hits to a sweaty and packed club of rowdy rock fans. Now picture being in that same band, but being in the studio eye-to-eye with 3 Door Downs guitarist producing an album of your original music. For Minneapolis, MNs modern rock band Strange Daze that fairy tale has come trueonly it took a a little bit of time.. http://www.bustersbar.com/blog/ event-calendar. Free and Easy: 14-Mar, 9:15 PM, Santorini Taverna & Music, 13000Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, Free. Come enjoy the music of Free and Easy at the Santorini Taverna!. http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?he ight=600&wkst=1&bgcolor=%23FFFFFF&s

rc=a2ij5afgreagep7gc00ujq40io%40group. calendar.google.com&color=%23060D5E&ct z=America%2FChicago. Smokescreen: 14-Mar, 9:30 PM, Babe’s Music Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave. S., Lakeville, Free. Smokescreen is an exciting rock variety band that has been entertaining audiences around the upper midwest for over 20 years.. http://www.babesmusicbar.com/Events.asp. The Sweet Papa Dave Band: 15-Mar, 7:30 PM, Zumbrota State Theatre, 88 E 4th St., Zumbrota, $18-$20. Come enjoy the sounds of The Sweet Papa Dave Band!. http:// zaac.org/state-theatre/upcoming-theatreevents2. 507-732-5210 1964: 15-Mar, 8:00 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $30-$40. Come check out this tribute to The Beatles!. http://www.burnsvillepac.com/angel-fund-series.html. Galactic Cowboy Orchestra: 15-Mar, 8:00 PM, Oak Center General Store, 67011 Highway 63, Lake City, $5-$15. The Galactic Cowboy Orchestra (GCO) is a unique and powerful musical ensemble that fuses an eclectic mix of original and traditional bluegrass-edged tunes with jazz and world/ fusion elements. Their music is Chick Corea meets The Dixie Dregs meets A Prairie Home Companion. The mix ranges from highly accessible bluegrass tunes to extreme arrangements of East Indian ragas. Their instrumentation includes guitar, fiddle, bass and drums. The widely versatile instrumentals are accessible to music-lovers of all ages! $15 - $5, pay what you can. http://www. oakcentergeneralstore.com. Them Pesky Kids: 15-Mar, 8:00 PM, Northstar, 503 N Broadway, Rochester, Free. Come out to Northstar tonight for some great live music!. http://www.northstarbar.net/. Chris Herriges: 15-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, Free. Critically regarded singer, guitarist and songwriter based in the Twin Cities. Among accomplishments, most noteworthy is probably the large amount of airplay garnered via independent promotion, for a number of original recordings on commercial radio (Rock, Top-40) throughout the U.S., primarily in the 1990’s. Also, glowing reviews in many national as well as local publications, also primarily in the early to mid ‘90’s. Can currently be seen regularly in solo-acoustic and duo performances throughout the Twin Cities area and greater Minnesota and Wisconsin. (Courtesy of http://chrisherriges.net/). http://www.mysticlake.com/hotellobbyentertainment. Optimum Trajectory: 15-Mar, 8:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Join us tonight for live music from jazz quintet Optimum Trajectory.. http://1001solutionsllc.com/ the-contented-cow/calendar/#.UvT9Bvl5OSp. 1.507.663.1351 10 Cent Pistols: 15-Mar, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, $3 . We are experienced musicians that love to perform and have a great time. We play a variety of rock, pop and country hits from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s & today.. http://www. bustersbar.com/blog/event-calendar. The Feeling in Baroque Music: 16-Mar, 2:00 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $16 . We are so pleased to welcome Layton ‘Skip’ James, retired St. Paul Chamber Orchestra harpsichordist who will help us illustrate the emotional inspiration in Baroque Music.. http://www.burnsvillepac.com/events.html. Paddy O’Brien with Chulrua: 16-Mar, 2:00 PM, Chanhassen Library, 7711 Kerber Blvd, Chanhassen, Free. Paddy OBrien with Chulrua! An international performer, Paddy performs as part of an acclaimed trio ‘Chulrua,’ which presents rare and little-known Irish airs and dance pieces. Paddy is known for preserving Irish tunes and the interpretations of the older players who breathed life into the tunes, and also for his deep knowledge of the traditional. Performances are mostly instrumental, with some vocals from Chulrua.. http://host6.evanced.info/ melsa/carver/eventcalendar.asp. St. Peter Choral Society Performance: 16-Mar, 2:30 PM, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 111 4th St. NW, Waseca, $10-$15. The St. Peter Choral Society will present Faure Requiem. Tickets $10 in advance, available at Swedish Kontur Imports; $15 at the door.. http://www.stpeterchoralsociety. org/. St. Peter Choral Society Performance:

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The Sweet Papa Dave Band / Zumbrota State Theatre / Zumbrota / 3.15 16-Mar, 2:30 PM, Church of The Sacred Heart, 111 4th Street Northwest, Waseca, $10-$15. Gounod Ave Maria, Stabat Mater, Faure Requiem with orchestra. Tickets at Swedish Kontur $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Students free. Concert repeated at Waseca, Sacred Heart Church, March 16 2:30 p.m. Advance tickets $10 at Waseca Music Company $15 at the door Students free.. http://www.stpeterchoralsociety.org/. 507-835-1222 California Guitar Trio and Montreal Guitar Trio: 16-Mar, 3:00 PM, Jefferson Theater Company - Jefferson High School, 4001 W. 102nd Street, Bloomington, Free. Central Lakes Concert Association concert series; www.centrallakesconcerts.com.. http:// www.centrallakesconcerts.com. The Feeling in Baroque Music: 16-Mar, 7:00 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $16 . We are so pleased to welcome Layton ‘Skip’ James, retired St. Paul Chamber Orchestra harpsichordist who will help us illustrate the emotional inspiration in Baroque Music.. http://www.burnsvillepac.com/events.html. Orchestra Festival: 17-Mar, 6:30 PM, Bloomington Jefferson High School, 4001 West 102nd Street, Bloomington, Free+. It’s an orchestra festival at Jefferson High School. Don’t miss it!. http://jhs.bloomington.k12. mn.us/node/3116861. 952-681-6409 Bethany Band Homecoming Concert: 17-Mar, 7:00 PM, Trinity Chapel Bethany Lutheran College, 700 Luther Dr., Mankato, Free. The Bethany Concert Band directed by Adrian Lo and the Bethany Jazz Band directed by Erik Hermanson return from their spring tour to perform for the home audience.. http://www.blc.edu/events. Dave O’Connell and Friends: 17-Mar, 8:00 PM, Pub 500, 500 S Front St, Mankato, Free. Join us on St. Patrick’s day for foot stompin’ Irish music.. http://www.pub500. com/. (507) 625-6500 St. Patrick’s Weekend at The Cow: 17-Mar, 8:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. A full weekend of great music and great beer! The Cedar Paddle Band will play on Monday 3/17. More details to come!. http://www. facebook.com/events/188607598004800/. 1.507.663.1351 SPCO Composer Conversation Series: 20-Mar, 6:00 PM, Amsterdam, 6 W. 6th Street, Saint Paul, Free. Composerperformers Timo Andres, Gabriel Kahane, Ted Hearne, Becca Stevens and Nathan Koci represent five of todays liveliest new voices in chamber music making. Project to project, their unique strengths as instrumentalists, accompanists, lead vocalists and singular composers are highlighted with varying emphasis, displaying their incredible range as performers and speaking to the expanding capacities of a new generation of Classical

creator.. http://www.amsterdambarandhall. com/events/spco-composers-conversationseries-timo-andres-w-gabriel-kahane-tedhearne-becca-stevens-nathan-koci/. Laurie McClain, Karen Mal, and David Stoddard: 20-Mar, 7:00 PM, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Avenue, Zumbrota, $15$18. Come experience this sweet mix of folk and Americana!. http://www.crossingsatcarnegie.com/page0003_Concerts_and_Events_ Schedule.html. (507) 732-7616 Lisa Wenger: 20-Mar, 7:30 PM, The Narrows Saloon, 3380 Shoreline Drive, Navarre, Free. Come check out Lisa Wenger at The Narrows at 7:30 PM!. http://www.thenarrowssaloon.com/nav_schedule.html. Willie Porter: 20-Mar, 7:30 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $11 -$12. Spend an evening with guitarist Willy Porter and experience a rare closeness between artist and audience.. http://www.mnsu.edu/ music/events/. Choir Con Brio Concert: 21-Mar, 7:00 PM, Bloomington Kennedy High School, 9701 Nicollet Avenue South, Bloomington, Free+. Join us at Kennedy High School for a spectacular choir concert.. http://khs. bloomington.k12.mn.us/node/3116579. 952-681-5000 Cheech and Chong: 21-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, $49 . Hey, what happens when Cheech and Chong get together with Tower of Power and WAR? Answer: The Greatest Stoner show of all time!. http://www. mysticlake.com/CheechChong14. Kendra Glenn: 21-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, Free. It was one fateful day when she sang a soul-stirring rendition of ‘I love you Jesus’ that it became evident to not only herself but to family and friends alike that this ‘Diva’ was destined to perform. And that she has done. She left an indelible mark as a performer in many talent shows and events during her teenage years.. http://www. mysticlake.com/hotellobbyentertainment. Pop Rocks: 21-Mar, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, $5 . Pop Rocks is not just a band; they are a high energy live music show that plays the biggest dance party hits made to fill the floor! Pop Rocks brings you the best of todays hottest hits, 80s rock, throwback hip-hop, and timeless classics all mashed up and delivered in a Party Zone format! Pop Rocks is what you get when you combine the music of a DJ, the theatrics of a Broadway musical, and the live energy of an Arena Rock extravaganza!. http://www.bustersbar.com/ blog/event-calendar. Tripwire: 21-Mar, 9:30 PM, Babe’s Music Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave. S., Lakeville, Free.

Four guys with more energy than they know what to do with, who throw a party on every stage they play! Watching Tripwire is truly an experience. Its something youve never seen before, as 10+ instruments rock you through five decades of music.. http://www. babesmusicbar.com/Events.asp. The Vasa Wind Orchestra and Chamber Ensembles: 22-Mar, 1:30 PM, Gustavus Adolphus College - Jussi Bjorling Recital Hall, 800 W. College Ave., St. Peter, Free. The Vasa Wind Orchestra and Chamber Ensembles conducted by Conductor Karrin Meffert-Nelson.. http://www.gustavus.edu. The Midnight Mix: 22-Mar, 6:30 PM, Chankaska Creek Ranch And Winery, 1179 E. Pearl Street, Kasota, Free. The Midnight Mix Lisa G- Vocals & Piano | Brian GGuitar, Mandolin & Vocals | Stacy G- Vocals *Country, Folk & Classic Rock* -- Description courtesy of https://www.facebook.com/ pages/The-Midnight-Mix/124157240944. http://www.chankaskawines.com. 507931-0089 Peter Ostroushko and Dean Magraw: 22-Mar, 7:00 PM, Zumbrota State Theatre, 88 E 4th St., Zumbrota, $18-$20. Come check out musical legends as they bring together many different styles!. http://zaac. org/state-theatre/upcoming-theatre-events2. 507-732-5210 Choir Con Brio Concert: 22-Mar, 7:00 PM, Bloomington Kennedy High School, 9701 Nicollet Avenue South, Bloomington, Free+. Join us at Kennedy High School for a spectacular choir concert.. http://khs. bloomington.k12.mn.us/node/3116579. 952-681-5000 Captain May I: 22-Mar, 8:00 PM, Northstar, 503 N Broadway, Rochester, Free. Come out to Northstar tonight for some great live music!. http://www.northstarbar.net/. Michael Lane: 22-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, Free. 21 years young, I play guitar, sing, and write the occasional song now and then.. http://www.mysticlake.com/ hotellobbyentertainment. Joan Jett and the Blackhearts: 22-Mar, 8:00 PM, Treasure Island Resort and Casino Minnesota, 5734 Sturgeon Lake Road, Welch, $35-$45. Put another dime in the jukebox, baby; the queen of rock and roll is coming to Treasure Island Resort & Casino! She’s been thrilling fans, breaking barriers and challenging expectations since co-founding her first band, The Runaways, at age fifteen. As the leader of the hard-rocking Blackhearts, she brought the hits ‘Bad Reputation,’ ‘I Love Rock ‘N’ Roll’ and ‘I Hate Myself For Loving You’ to the airwaves. Don’t miss your chance to see Joan Jett and the Blackhearts! On Saturday, March 22, she’ll be rocking these hits and many more live at The Island.. http://www.treasureislandcasino. com. 1-800-222-7077

Whiskey Plates: 22-Mar, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, $3 . Bringing Ass Kickin’ Country Music To Hard Working, Fun Loving People Throughout The Midwest!. http://www. bustersbar.com/blog/event-calendar. Urban Myth: 22-Mar, 9:15 PM, Santorini Taverna & Music, 13000Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, Free. Come enjoy a great night of music and dancing with Urban Myth at the Santorini Taverna!. http://www.google.com/ calendar/embed?height=600&wkst=1&bgcol or=%23FFFFFF&src=a2ij5afgreagep7gc00uj q40io%40group.calendar.google.com&color =%23060D5E&ctz=America%2FChicago. Savannah Smith: 23-Mar, 11:00 AM, Pub 500, 500 S Front St, Mankato, Free. Come out today to see Savannah Smith perform live for a little Sunday entertainment!. http:// www.pub500.com/happenings/LiveMusic. (507) 625-6500 Alma Andina: 23-Mar, 2:00 PM, Chanhassen Library, 7711 Kerber Blvd, Chanhassen, Free. Alma Andina: Andes Mountains traditional music The band centers on Vladimir Garrido and his mother,Mara. Vladimir and Mara have sung professionally for 20 years. Group members play traditional instruments such as the charango (a strummed string instrument), zampoes (panpipes) and quena (flute), performing traditional songs and dance melodies. But the group also likes to experiment: they enjoy playing cmbias,which are not part of the original core repertoire in the Andes, but which are very popular in Latino communities, including the Twin Cities.. http://host6.evanced.info/melsa/carver/ eventcalendar.asp. Spring Instrumental Festival: 26-Mar, 7:00 PM, Trinity Chapel Bethany Lutheran College, 700 Luther Dr., Mankato, Free. The Bethany instrumental ensembles are featured in this free recital. The public is warmly invited to attend.. http://www.blc.edu/events. Trampled By Turtles: 26-Mar, 8:00 PM, Verizon Wireless Center Mankato MN, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, $25 . While they never set out to be a ‘bluegrass’ band, Trampled by Turtles employs many of the same traditional techniques of the genre, but their differences in influences, attitude and attack make up for their unique sound.. http:// www.verizonwirelesscentermn.com/23191/ Event.aspx. Crankshaft: 27-Mar, 7:00 PM, Shakopee Library, 235 S. Lewis St, Shakopee, Free. Straight outta Anoka County, Crankshaft developed his own ‘pork neck’ style of music combining rock ‘n’ roll, blues, country, swing all done by the traditional one man band that you really just have to see (and hear) to believe.. http://host6.evanced.info/melsa/ scott/eventsignup.asp?ID=12588&rts=&di sptype=info&ret=eventcalendar.asp&point er=&returnToSearch=&num=0&ad=&dt=m

o&mo=3/1/2014&df=list&EventType=ALL &Lib=0&AgeGroup=ALL&LangType=0&W indowMode=&noheader=&lad=&pub=1&n opub=&page=1&pgdisp=25. Trampled By Turtles: 27-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Drive, Rochester, $25 . The awesomely named Minnesota string band has been on the rise for years and its gentle, introspective sixth album adds a layer of artistry and emotion only hinted at in previous work. - Associated Press, #10 Best Album of 2012 With six albums to their credit and a word-of-mouth reputation that draws legions of diehard fans to their must-see-to-believe live shows, Minnesota roots music hybrid, Trampled by Turtles have released their first live concert recording Live At First Avenue. Formed in Duluth, MN, in 2003, Trampled by Turtles is Dave Simonett (guitar, vocals), Tim Saxhaug (bass, vocals), Dave Carroll (banjo, vocals), Erik Berry (mandolin) and Ryan Young (fiddle, vocals). Within the contained music scene of Duluth, the members of the band did their own time in punk and rock bands, brandishing their electricity proudly before switching to acoustic instruments. While they never set out to be a ‘bluegrass’ band, Trampled by Turtles employs many of the same traditional techniques of the genre, but their differences in influences, attitude and attack make up for their unique sound.. http:// www.mayociviccenter.com/upcoming_events/ eventdetails.aspx?eventid=18789. Mary Guentzel & Amy Scruggs, WOW Zone dance!: 28-Mar, 7:00 PM, The WOW Zone, 2010 Adams St., Mankato, Free. Mary Guentzel and Amy Scruggs are two fantastic singers combining their talents for this appearance at the WOW Zone. Mary and Amy are accompanied by Doc Merlot on piano & Marv Topp on drums.. http:// wowzonefec.com/. Jambo Joe Bones: 28-Mar, 7:00 PM, Danny’s Bar and Grill, 13600 Hudson Blvd, Stillwater, Free. Don’t miss the Jambo Joe Bones laid-back rock, country, trop rock, Jimmy Buffett Tribute.. http://dannysbarandgrille.com/index.php?page_id=48&mod=Pag es&month=3&year=2014. (651) 436-2144 The Fox and the Fairway: 28-Mar, 7:30 PM, Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave., Faribault, $10-$14. Come on a hilarious romp which pulls the rug from underneath the stuffy denizens of a private country club. $10 students. $14 for adults. http://www. paradisecenterforthearts.org/theatre/. Belladiva: Divas Through the Decades: 28-Mar, 8:00 PM, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, 501 West 78th Street, Chanhassen, $40 . Belladivas Divas through the Decades is a musical tribute to some of the most influential female vocalists in American pop music, featuring songs from the 40s through todays current hits!. http://www.chanhassentheatres.com/concert_series.aspx. (952) 934-1525

Hit Faced: 28-Mar, 8:00 PM, Northstar, 503 N Broadway, Rochester, Free. Come out to Northstar tonight for some great live music!. http://www.northstarbar.net/. Power of 10: 28-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, Free. For the best free music in the Twin Cities, check out Mystic Lake’s Promenade Stage every Saturday night! Enjoy live entertainment while you play on one of our 4,000 slot machines and 100 blackjack tables, or just saddle up to the stage for an up-close concert experience. Be sure to check out all of the bands coming to the Promenade Stage it’s all a part of the best entertainment value in Minnesota.. http://www.mysticlake.com/entertainment/ freeentertainment. Tom Wavra: 28-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, Free. Mystic Lake Casino is proud to present live music by Tom Wavra!. http:// www.mysticlake.com/hotellobbyentertainment. “Matt Wertz with My Red & Blue Pype: 28-Mar, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, Free. PYPE. They aren’t a tribute band - never was, never will be. PYPE is hard rock. With an entire arsenal of Led Zeppelin songs in their satchel PYPE gives an energy sapping show playing some of the greatest rock epics of all time. ‘Dazed and Confused’, ‘Whole Lotta Love’, ‘Ramble On’, ‘Heartbreaker’, ‘Good Times Bad Times’ just to name a few. Focusing on the roots and inspiration of Led Zeppelin’s core material PYPE grabs that energy and brings it on home to you. Description courtesy of https://www.facebook. com/pages/PYPE/106293566070496. http:// www.bustersbar.com/blog/event-calendar. Rhino: 28-Mar, 9:30 PM, Babe’s Music Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave. S., Lakeville, Free. Rhino is a five member, high energy Twin Cities based band playing a wide variety of modern, alternative, 80’s and classic rock with twists of country and other surprises splashed in. The show is non-stop entertainment and fun, sure to make you stomp your feet, get up and dance, or sit back and enjoy.. http://www.babesmusicbar.com/Events.asp. The Fox and the Fairway: 29-Mar, 2:00 PM, Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave., Faribault, $10-$14. Come on a hilarious romp which pulls the rug from underneath the stuffy denizens of a private country club. $10 students. $14 for adults. http://www.paradisecenterforthearts.org/ theatre/. Takin’ It to the Streets: 29-Mar, 7:30 PM, Zumbrota State Theatre, 88 E 4th St., Zumbrota, $34-$38. Come check out this tribute to The Doobie Brothers by The Fabulous Armadillos and Collective Unconcious!. http://zaac.org/state-theatre/upcomingtheatre-events2. 507-732-5210

Belladiva: Divas Through the Decades: 29-Mar, 8:00 PM, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, 501 West 78th Street, Chanhassen, $40 . Belladivas Divas through the Decades is a musical tribute to some of the most influential female vocalists in American pop music, featuring songs from the 40s through todays current hits!. http://www.chanhassentheatres.com/concert_series.aspx. (952) 934-1525 Boiled In Lead: 29-Mar, 8:00 PM, Oak Center General Store, 67011 Highway 63, Lake City, $5-$15. For over 30 years, BiL have been innovators in bringing ‘folk music’ kicking and screaming to rock audiences (& rock music to screaming folk audiences)! A Boiled In Lead concert is a combination of darkly-tinged folk ballads and originals alongside instrumental dance music from Ireland and elsewhere. With the return of original lead singer Todd Menton and the addition of world-travelling eclectic instrumentalists Dean Magraw and Marc Anderson, they move forward with a fresh approach to a classic style. Enthusiastic, powerful, technically brilliant, playing a wealth of instruments with extreme dynamics, Boiled In Lead routinely demolishes genres with its highly-identifiable sound.. http:// www.oakcentergeneralstore.com. Rhino: 29-Mar, 8:00 PM, Northstar, 503 N Broadway, Rochester, Free. Come out to Northstar tonight for some great live music!. http://www.northstarbar.net/. Not Guilty: 29-Mar, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, Free. Not Guilty is the hottest new band on the Twin Cities music scene, bringing together a superb mix of seasoned musicians with fresh new talent for a completely new perspective on R&B. Get ready to get down!. http://www.mysticlake.com/entertainmentcalendar/2013-06. The Last Honky Tonk Music Series: 29-Mar, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, Free. Beginning 2014, the Last Honky Tonk Music Series will bring real roots music to every state in America. Never before has there been anything like the Last Honky Tonk Music Series. Each state will have a chosen venue to participate in the series on a weekly, monthly or twice monthly basis. The series will be booked from a roster of artists selected by the Honky Tonk Round Table and feature the best in quality roots music entertainment. Selected venues will have their own profiles on Outlaw Magazine as well as all of the artists. The series will launch March 22nd, 2014.. http://www.facebook.com/LastHonkyTonkMusicSeries. Power of Ten: 29-Mar, 9:15 PM, Santorini Taverna & Music, 13000Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, Free. Come down to the

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Midwest bluegrass band. The groups quest is to play bluegrass the old way, following the models set by the first generation of bluegrass players.. http://host6.evanced.info/ melsa/carver/eventcalendar.asp. The Fox and the Fairway: 30-Mar, 7:30 PM, Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave., Faribault, $10-$14. Come on a hilarious romp which pulls the rug from underneath the stuffy denizens of a private country club. $10 students. $14 for adults. http://www. paradisecenterforthearts.org/theatre/. “The Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble Red Molly: 3-Apr, 7:30 PM, Shattuck-St. Mary’s School, 1000 Shumway Ave, Faribault, $9-$15. NEWHALL AUDITORIUM Critics are putting this female Americana trio in the company of The Wailin’ Jennys and The Roches. A Red Molly concert features gorgeous a cappella ballads, bluegrass-tinged folk and a touch of jazzy western swing, all done in Red Molly’s trademark three-part harmonies, signature dobro licks and inventive arrangements. This is music that is exciting, optimistic and joyful! redmolly.com. http://www.s-sm.org. Stewart Ross, Trombone: 3-Apr, 7:30 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $7-$9. The Department of Music presents

Dr. Stewart Ross in a Farewell Recital.. http:// www.mnsu.edu/music/events/. Uncle Lucius: 4-Apr, 7:30 PM, Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Drive, Rochester, $21.75-$24. Austin-based indie rock band Uncle Lucius released its most recent studio album And You Are Me on August 28, 2012. Recorded in Austin and Nashville And You Are Me finds Uncle Lucius stretching their musicianship and reeling in eleven songs that punch with a fullness reminiscent of The Doors to early Black Crowes to the current new blues sound of The Black Keys. Uncle Lucius takes rock and roll from its deep roots, pushes it onward by putting their own honest interpretation of new rock sounds with elements of r&b and blues added. The band includes Kevin Galloway on lead vocals and rhythm guitar, Hal Vorpahl on bass, Mike Carpenter on lead guitar and vocals, Josh Greco on drums and percussion and Jon Grossman on lead vocals, and keys. The first single and video is ‘Pocket Full of Misery’ . The new album comes on the heels of a three-year run of tour dates that took Uncle Lucius across the continent strapped with 2009’s Pick Your Head Up, a self-released album hailed for bringing rock and roll back to its heyday sound. Packed into their van the band toured everywhere from the corners of both coasts and throughout the Midwest from their Austin, TX home pushing their rock and

Comic Book Movie Matinee: 23-Feb, 3:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Come watch a movie - particularly those based on comic books. Some anime, too, perhaps?. http://1001solutionsllc.com/the-contentedcow/calendar/. 1.507.663.1351”Downton Abbey on the Big Screen Film Jiro Dreams of Sushi: 26-Feb, 7:00 PM, Treaty Site History Center, 1851 N. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter, Free. Jiro Dreams of Sushi is the story of 85-year-old Jiro Ono, considered by many to be the world’s greatest sushi chef. He is the proprietor of Sukiyabashi Jiro, a 10-seat, sushi-only restaurant inauspiciously located in a Tokyo subway station. Despite its humble appearances, it is the first restaurant of its kind to be awarded a prestigious three-star Michelin Guide rating, and sushi lovers from around the globe make repeated pilgrimage, calling months in advance and shelling out top dollar for a coveted seat at Jiro’s sushi bar.. http://www.nchsmn.org. Oscars at The Cow: 2-Mar, 6:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. You know you want to watch the Academy Awards with other people. Come to The Contented Cow!. http://www. facebook.com/events/1460803047475091/. 1.507.663.1351 Documentary Film Series: 6-Mar, 7:00 PM, Treaty Site History Center, 1851 N. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter, Free. Please join us for the 2013-14 documentary film series. A partnership between St. Peter Community and Family Education and the Nicollet County Historical Society, films are screened the first Thursday of every month at 7pm, at the Treaty Site History Center, through May.. http://www.nchsmn.org/programs_events. html. “Cinema Lounge An American in Paris: 20-Mar, 7:30 PM, Paramount Theater, 125 N.E. Fourth Ave.,

Austin, $5 . Experience this video viewing of ‘An American in Paris’ starrgin Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron. http://www.paramounttheatre.org.

NIGHTLIFE Bingo: 22-Feb, 12:00 PM, Babe’s Music Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave. S., Lakeville, Free. Babe’s is the best place for great drinks, music and atmosphere. We feature multiple giant big screens and a great dance floor. Come out and try your luck at Bingo today!. http://www.babesmusicbar.com/Events.asp. “Bar Bingo Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret: 22-Feb, 8:00 PM, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, 501 West 78th Street, Chanhassen, $28 . The Stevie Ray’s Comedy Troupe creates hilarious comedy based on suggestions you call out from the audience. Watch a high-quality show in a relaxed atmosphere!. http://www. chanhassentheatres.com/stevie_rays_comedy_cabaret.aspx. (952) 934-1525”The Brothas Country Nights: 22-Feb, 8:00 PM, Starks Saloon, 3125 Dodd Rd, Eagan, $5 . Every Saturday night join us for an evening of country, swing and more.. http://starkssaloon.com/. (651) 454-8251”Karaoke All Request Dance Party: 22-Feb, 9:30 PM, Babe’s Music Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave. S., Lakeville, Free. Babe’s is the best place for great drinks, music and atmosphere. We feature multiple giant big screens and a great dance floor. Don’t miss our weekly all-request dance party tonight!. http://www. babesmusicbar.com/Events.asp. “Rouge Bar Bingo: 23-Feb, 7:00 PM, The Bar Hastings, 2101 Vermillion Street, Hastings, Free. Bar Bingo with a coverall progressive jackpot game at 9pm. We stop handing out cards at 8pm.. http://www.google.com/ calendar/embed?src=thebarhastings@ gmail.com&ctz=America/Chicago. (651) 437-2744”Winter Olympics 2014 Closing Ceremony Quiz Night: 23-Feb, 8:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Come on down to Quiz Night at The Contented Cow! Bring your brain and some friends for a good time!. http://1001solutionsllc.com/the-contentedcow/calendar/. 1.507.663.1351”Mega Maggs Karaoke

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to performing at colleges and clubs across the country Cy was a performer at the 2009 Seattle International Comedy Competition and the 2010 Aspen Comedy Festival. Bringing undeniable electricity to the stage Cy combines high energy story telling with hilarious observations. His show is not to be missed.. http://houseofcomedy.net/about/ comics-details.asp?ID=140. Country Music: 26-Feb, 7:30 PM, Starks Saloon, 3125 Dodd Rd, Eagan, $5 . Country music and a little more - Two-step and line dancing. Lessons start at 7:30 pm. Music starts at 8:00 pm.. http://starks-saloon.com/. (651) 454-8251”Huge Wednesdays Improv Open Mic: 26-Feb, 8:30 PM, Bierstube, 109 W. 11th St., Hastings, Free. Sign up Bring your guitar (or someone who plays one for you) and the stage is yours! It doesn’t matter if you’re a FABULOUSLY TALENTED, polished and professional singer or if you’re just sticking your neck out! We LOVE them all. Lots of musicians just come down and plug in and play along so singing isn’t a requirement! You’ll have time for 3 songs (or 15 min max) and we even go through the list twice if we can.. http://thebierstube.com/events/. (651) 437-8259”Bingo Moove It: 26-Feb, 10:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Come on out to The Contented Cow tonight and Moove It!. http://1001solutionsllc. com/the-contented-cow/calendar/#. UvT9Bvl5OSp. 1.507.663.1351”Stop & Go Thursdays Live Trivia: 27-Feb, 8:00 PM, Pub 500, 500 S Front St, Mankato, Free. FREE Live Trivia every Thursday 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Bring a team for FREE fun and great prizes. Prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners.. http://www.pub500.com/happenings/ eventscalendar. (507) 625-6500”Clips ‘n’ Bits Jonny Beehner: 28-Feb, 8:30 PM, 1-Mar, 8:30 PM, Dangerfields Comedy, 1583 East First Avenue, Shakopee, $15-$30. Come on out to Dangerfield’s for Jonny Beehner and a good time!. http://dangerfieldscomedy. com/?page_id=89. 952-445-2245 Poetry and a Pint: 5-Mar, 7:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Come out to The Contented Cow tonight for Poetry and a Pint.. http://1001solutionsllc.com/thecontented-cow/calendar/#.UvT9Bvl5OSp. 1.507.663.1351”Karaoke Free Fallin: 8-Mar, 8:30 PM, New Ulm Event Center, 301 20th Street South, New

Conspiracy and a Pint: 25-Feb, 6:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Come out to The Contented Cow tonight for Conspiracy and a Pint.. http://1001solutionsllc.com/thecontented-cow/calendar/#.UvT9Bvl5OSpht. 1.507.663.1351 Bingo: 25-Feb, 7:00 PM, Celt’s Pub, 14506 South Robert Trail, Rosemount, Free. Looking for something to do on Tuesday Nights, bring your friends and head to Celts for BINGO! We will play 15 games, with 75% payback on all games and 100% payback on games 5, 10 and 15 up to $300!. http:// celts-pub.com/events/. Trivia Night: 25-Feb, 8:00 PM, Valley Tap House, 14889 Florence Trail, Apple Valley, $3 . Come join us every Tuesday night for Trivia at Valley Tap house! Bring your friends and your brain for a good time!. http:// thevalleytaphouse.com/events.html. (952) 431-2337”Graveface Records Roadshow Karaoke with Danny Muzik: 25-Feb, 9:00 PM, Torge’s Live Sports Pub & Grill, 1701 NW 4th Street, Austin, Free. They have the best in regional entertainment and the coldest beer in Austin, Minn. For great food and drink specials, 22 flat screen HD TV’s and a large outdoor patio and firepit and live music, Torge’s Live Sports Bar and Grill is Austin’s best nightclub. No Cover. http://www.torgeslive.com. “Noche Latina Drag Show Bar Bingo: 26-Feb, 7:00 PM, Neisen’s Sports Bar and Grill, 4851 West 123rd Street, Savage, Free. Join us at Neisen’s every Wednesday for Bar Bingo, with 2 progressive jackpots up to $1,100.00!. http://neisens. com/music-events/. (952) 846-4513 Cy Amundson: 26-Feb, 7:30 PM, 28-Feb, 9:45 PM, 1-Mar, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13-$20. We generally consider our shows to be in the range of an ‘R’ rated movie. That simply means that anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. However, all patrons must be at least 16 years of age for the early shows, this includes children and infants. Our late shows are 21+ only due to liquor license requirements. Called one of the most talented young comedians out there by Dylan Gadino of Punchline Magazine, and a winner of the rooftopcomedy.com Silver Nail Award for up and coming comedian, Cy Amundson is fast making a name for himself in the world of comedy. In addition

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Comedian Jonny Beehmer / Dangerfields Comedy / Shakopee / 2.28, 3.1 Ulm, $5 . America’s Favorite Travelin’ Tribute to Tom Petty! Free Fallin presents it’s show with the power and passion that went into over 30 years of Tom Petty’s best selling songs from ‘Damn the Torpedoes’ through his latest. Free Fallin’s show has the instrumentation to duplicate the sound of the Heartbreakers as well as the convincing looks and costumes that gives you a show that you will never forget! 21+ event. http:// www.newulmeventcenter.com. Sex Toy Bargo: 9-Mar, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, Free. Come experience a good time, laughs, and Adult Toys while having fun with your friends.. http://www.bustersbar. com/blog/event-calendar. Sex Toy Bargo: 16-Mar, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, Free. Come experience a good time, laughs, and Adult Toys while having fun with your friends.. http://www.bustersbar. com/blog/event-calendar. “Babe’s St. Pattys Day Bash R-Factor: 21-Mar, 9:15 PM, Santorini Taverna & Music, 13000Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, Free. Come listen and love R-factor at the Santorini Taverna!. http://www. google.com/calendar/embed?height=600& wkst=1&bgcolor=%23FFFFFF&src=a2ij5a fgreagep7gc00ujq40io%40group.calendar. google.com&color=%23060D5E&ctz=Amer ica%2FChicago. Not Guilty: 28-Mar, 9:15 PM, Santorini Taverna & Music, 13000Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, Free. Come dance the night

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OUTDOORS Rookery Snowshoe Hike: 22-Feb, 9:30 AM, Wilkie Unit, 7701 County Road 101 E., Shakopee, Free. View the largest Twin Cities rookery located within earshot from Valley Fair! Well snowshoe hike approximately 7 miles round trip and see over 500 Great Blue Heron, Great Egret, and Double-crested Cormorant nests. Learn about the importance of this fragile community. Bring a water bottle and snack. **Reservations required - please call Mara at 952-858-0710. Snowshoeing will be changed to a hike if there are less than 6 inches of snow on the refuge. Led by Mara Koenig, Park Ranger. http://www.fws.gov/ refuge/Minnesota_Valley/Events.html. Take a Kid Ice Fishing! Ice Fishing Community Day: 22-Feb, 10:00 AM, Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park, 400 W. 260th St., New Prague, Free. Join in a fun, free fishing event! We provide fishing equipment and holes will be drilled. Co-sponsored by the New Prague Sportsman?s Club. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations are not required.. http://www. threeriversparks.org/events/T/take-a-kid-icefishing--ice-fishing-community-day.aspx.

Comedian Cy Amundson / House of Comedy / Bloomington / 2.26, 2.28, 3.1 Five Senses Hike: 22-Feb, 7:00 PM, Minneopa State Park, 54497 Gadwall Road, Mankato, Free. Go stomping through the snow at Minneopa State Park on a Five Senses Snowshoe Hike. We will go for a hike through the woods and along the Minneopa Creek Valley down to the confluence with the Minnesota River using no artificial light source. On the route we will stop a number of times to talk about how we use our five difference senses (hearing, sight, taste, touch and smell). We will be out for around an hour and please dress appropriately for cold temperatures. Night presents a whole new world to most of us. Very few of us spend extended periods of time in the dark and some people may even become fearful of the night. As humans we are constantly trying to reduce the fun of being outside after dark. Please meet at the group campground area on the campground site of Minneopa State Park. Snowshoes can be rented at Minneopa State

Park by calling 507-389-5464 or stopping off at the office. If there isn’t enough snow it will become a hike.. http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/ state_parks/minneopa. Bird Watching Trek: 24-Feb, 8:00 AM, Wilkie Unit, 7701 County Road 101 E., Shakopee, Free. The Wilkie Unit is a great place to see winter birds. Trumpeter Swans, ducks, Rough-legged Hawks, Bald Eagles, and Northern Shrikes are all birds that have overwintered here in the past. Bring your binoculars, favorite field guide, and dress for the weather. Led by Craig Mandel, Volunteer Refuge Naturalist. http://www.fws.gov/refuge/ Minnesota_Valley/Events.html. Walk When the Moon is Full: Raccoon Moon: 24-Feb, 6:30 PM, The Landing Minnesota River Heritage Park, 2187 E. County Road 101, Shakopee, $5 . Naturalistguided hike in search of raccoons, as well as the tracks and signs of other animals that

Take A Kid Fishing / Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park / New Prague / 2.22 remain active in winter. Learn which creatures rule the night!. http://www.threeriversparks. org/events/W/walk-when-the-moon-is-full-raccoon-moon--.aspx. Master Gardening: Vegetable Gardens: 25-Feb, 6:30 PM, Shakopee Library, 235 S. Lewis St, Shakopee, Free. Planning a vegetable garden this year? Join us as we help you plan a successful, productive garden. Learn the best varieties for our area as well as how best to deal with the insects and diseases you may encounter.. http:// host6.evanced.info/melsa/scott/eventsignup. asp?ID=11695&rts=&disptype=info&ret=eve

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for Bridging: 1-Mar, 3:00 PM, Buck Hill Ski Area, 15400 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville, Cover Charge. Let the race begin! The Sixteenth Annual SUBWAY BEDRACE FOR BRIDGING presented by Cities 97 takes off down Buck Hill, Saturday, March 1, 2014, beginning at 5:00 p.m. Teams of four are invited to race down the tubing hill atop specially covered bed mattresses (provided at the race site). One hundred percent of registration fees and donations benefit Bridging, a Bloomington-based non-profit

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the most requested classes offered in the past. Shade Gardens: Repeating a class favorite, you will learn how to make a beautiful and colorful shade garden. Many ideas for designing or improving your garden and planting under trees will be included along with an extensive list of new and old perennials, annuals, ground covers, wild flowers and shrubs.. http://host6. evanced.info/melsa/carver/eventcalendar.asp. Master Gardener- RAIN Gardens: 20-Mar, 6:30 PM, Chanhassen Library, 7711 Kerber Blvd, Chanhassen, Free. : Gardens, Gardens, Gardens is the theme for the 2014 Library Classes offered by Extension Carver/Scott Master Gardeners. Join us whether you are just starting your garden or want to enhance the garden you already have. Some of the classes will be repeats or updates of some of the most requested classes offered in the past. Rain Gardens: Looking for a way to beautify your yard and improve water quality in your community? Installing a rain garden keeps pollutants from pouring into storm sewers and eventually into nearby streams and lakes. Learn how to add an attractive low-maintenance native garden to enhance your yard, attract wildlife and contribute to cleaner water and a greatly improved environment for your family and community.. http://host6.evanced.info/melsa/ carver/eventcalendar.asp. C & N Dart Tournament: 21-Mar, All Day, Verizon Wireless Center Mankato MN, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, Free. The C & N Sales Dart Tournament will be held March 21-23 in the Verizon Wireless Center Arena.. http:// www.verizonwirelesscentermn.com/Convention/23125/Event.aspx. Maple Syrup through History: 22-Mar, 10:00 AM, The Landing - Minnesota River Heritage Park, 2187 E. County Road 101, Shakopee, $5 . Follow sap from tree to tap and from syrup to sugar as you discover Minnesota’s rich history of maple syruping. Ride a trolley pulled by Percheron horses and visit with maple syrup makers from the past. Journey to the sugar bush with a naturalist and discover how the trees of Minnesota helped serve early pioneers.. http://www.threeriversparks.org/events/M/ maple-syrup-through-history.aspx. Family Maple Syruping with Pancakes: 22-Mar, 11:00 AM, French Regional Park, 12605 Rockford Road, Plymouth, $6-$7. Learn how to identify and tap a sugar maple, collect the sap, and boil it down to make maple syrup and sugar. Finish by sampling the natural sweetness of the parks with pancakes! Reservations required. *20% discount for groups of four or more.. http://www.threeriversparks. org/events/F/family-maple-syruping-withpancakes--.aspx. C & N Dart Tournament: 22-Mar, All Day, Verizon Wireless Center Mankato MN, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, Free. The C & N Sales Dart Tournament will be held March 21-23 in the Verizon Wireless Center Arena.. http:// www.verizonwirelesscentermn.com/Convention/23125/Event.aspx. “Master Gardener- Fairy Garden Raptors in the Yard: 30-Mar, 3:00 PM, Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road, Bloomington, Free. Meet a captive merlin and barred owl and learn about amazing birds of prey. Cameras welcome! Drop in anytime.. http://www.threeriversparks.org/events/R/ raptors-in-the-yard_-_1.aspx.

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PM, Little Theatre of Owatonna, 560A Dunnell Drive, Owatonna, $10-$14. Book by Joe Masteroff Music by Jerry Bock Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick Directed by Bev Cashman Technical Director Sandee Hardy-Hagen Sponsored by the Wenger Foundation George and Amalia are two feuding clerks in a European parfumerie during the 1930 s who secretly find solace in their anonymous romantic pen pals, little knowing their respective correspondents are none other than each other. She Loves Me is funny, intelligent, honest and sentimental. $14 adults; $10 students. http://www. littletheatreofowatonna.org. Twelve Angry Jurors: 23-Feb, 2:00 PM, Eden Prairie High School Auditorium, 17185 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie, $10 . We will be kicking off our 2014 season with by Reginald Rose, directed by Shelley Smith. A blistering character study and an examination of the American melting pot and the judicial system that keeps it in check, holds at its core a deeply patriotic belief in the U.S. legal system. February 14, 15, 21, and 22, 7:30 pmFebruary 23 at 2:00 pm Eden Prairie High School Auditorium. Tickets are $10 at the door, payable by cash or check. Tickets can also be purchased in advance online.. http://www.edenprairieplayers.com. The Little Mermaid: 28-Feb, 6:00 PM, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, 501 West 78th Street, Chanhassen, $51-$82. In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. Based on the classic Disney animated feature and originally rooted in Hans Christian Andersen’s enchanting fairy tale, The Little Mermaid is a musical favorite for audiences of all ages. This production is sure to thrill in every way as it showcases beautiful sets, dazzling costumes and an award-winning musical score by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman. Revel in favorites including: ‘Part of Your World,’ ‘Under the Sea,’ ‘Les Poissons,’ ‘Poor Unfortunate Souls,’ ‘Kiss the Girl’ and many more.. http://www. chanhassentheatres.com/littlemermaid.aspx. (952) 934-1525 Agnes of God: 1-Mar, 7:30 PM, Bloomington Center for the Arts, 1800 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, $17 - $22. Court-appointed psychiatrist Dr. Martha Livingstone is summoned to a convent and charged with assessing the sanity of a young novice nun accused of murdering her newborn. The Mother Superior determinedly keeps young Agnes from the doctor, arousing suspicions further. The doctor’s questions force all three women to re-examine the meaning of faith and the power of love leading to a dramatic, compelling climax.. http://www.btacmn. org/2perform/at_theaters/blackbox/agnes. html. “Little Shop of Horrors

Scooby Doo: Musical Mysteries: 6-Mar, 4:00 PM, 6-Mar, 7:00 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $35-$65. Come see Scooby in the gang as they some solve mysteries, sing some songs, and catch some bad guys!. http://www.burnsvillepac. com/scooby-doo.html. Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day: 7-Mar, 7:00 PM, 8-Mar, 7:00 PM, 20-Mar, 10:00 PM, Stages Theatre Company, 1111 Main Street, Hopkins, $15 . Pity poor Alexander. He went to bed with gum in his mouth and woke up with gum in his hair. And things went downhill from there. Don’t miss the hilarious results of a single day in the life of one of our favorite children’s book characters. You will relate to this mayhem as you laugh out loud. Have fun piecing together our 30th anniversary logo!. http://www.stagestheatre.org/upcoming-shows/02/28/2013/ alexander-and-terrible-horrible-no-goodvery-bad-day. Judy, Judy, Judy!: 14-Mar, 7:30 PM, Paramount Theater, 125 N.E. Fourth Ave., Austin, $20 . A Paramount Special Event Directed by Jerry Girton, this production features local actress Krista Johnson as Judy Garland as well as numerous other local talented actors and singers. This event will help raise much needed funds for the Historic Paramount Theatre. http://www. paramounttheatre.org. Spencer’s Theater of Illusion: 20-Mar, 7:30 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $30-$40. Magic is no longer merely about baffling the audience by doing something seemingly impossible. Magic these days is about spectacle, drama, danger, and personality. Kevin and Cindy Spencer are the masters of the new magic theater. Come experience them!. http://www.burnsvillepac. com/angel-fund-series.html. Sleeping Beauty: 21-Mar, 7:00 PM, 22-Mar, 2:00 PM, 22-Mar, 7:00 PM, Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Drive, Rochester, $15-$18. Children’s Dance Theatre (CDT) is thrilled to bring their adaptation of the classic tale, Sleeping Beauty, to the stage. CDT’s story will begin in a far away kingdom, where the reigning King and Queen give birth to a precious daughter. The fairies of the kingdom are invited to celebrate her birth. The royal family overlooks inviting one fairy, who was very wicked. This fairy attends the celebration anyway, but with evil intentions. Join us for this enchanting story with classical music by Tchaikovsky, professional sets, colorful costuming and, of course, magic! CDT has been staging full-scale theatrical productions in the Rochester community for 27 years.www.mayociviccenter.com/ upcoming_events/eventdetails. Rumors: 21-Mar, 7:00 PM, Sheldon

Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $12.50 - $20.50. There are no servants to speak of, the hostess has gone missing and the deputy mayor has shot himself - in the head (it’s okay, it’s just a flesh wound). The deputy New York City mayor and his wife are celebrating their tenth wedding anniversary! It’s a party! However, when four couples arrive they soon discover that something is a miss.. http://www.sheldontheatre.org/events/phxthSpring2014. 651-388-8700”James Sewell Ballet: Lover Trust: 26-Mar, 7:30 PM, Andeas Theatre of the Earley Center for Performing Arts, Minnesota State University, Mankato, $8-$10. A hot young musician, Cody, has recently made the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. He is engaged to Becca, an assistant to the publisher; however, he is also interested in an older musician, Leah. They get tangled up with Gretchen, a dressmaker who once harbored a crush for Leah, Holly, a young bohemian who is interested in Cody, and Roy, a DJ who is interested in Holly. Romantic craziness ensues. This is its Minnesota State Mankato debut.. http:// www.mnsu.edu/theatre. The Spencers: 27-Mar, 7:00 PM, Paramount Theater, 125 N.E. Fourth Ave., Austin, $15-$20. **Part of the Paramount 2014 Performance Series** Theatre of Illusion is not your run-of-the-mill magic show, and the Spencers are not your typical magicians. Their show is a unique fusion of magic and illusion, humor and mystery, and persona and personality.. http://www. paramounttheatre.org. Mixed Blood Theatre Presents: The Deaf Duckling: 31-Mar, 7:00 PM, Meyer Hall 101 Bethany Lutheran College, 700 Luther Dr., Mankato, . Featuring a talented cast of deaf and hearing actors, this innovative show deftly intertwines the familiar fairy tale with the story of a deaf child born into a hearing family. Performed simultaneously in English and American Sign Language, it offers a warm and insightful look at how one family bridges deaf and hearing cultures.. http://www.blc.edu/events. The Complete Works of Shakespeare: 3-Apr, 7:00 PM, Lyric Arts Main Street Stage, 420 East Main Street, Anoka, $13-$22. In this irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s plays, three madcap men in tights weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare’s Comedies, Histories, and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter. Be warned this show is a high-speed, rollercoaster-like condensation of all of Shakespeare’s plays, and is not recommended for people with heart ailments, bladder problems, inner-ear disorders, outer-ear disorders, degrees in Elizabethan history, or people inclined to motion sickness.. http:// www.lyricarts.org/on-stage/the-completeworks-of-shakespeare-abridged.

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The Voice of the Prairie: 4-Apr, 7:30 PM, Sigurd K. Lee Theater, Bethany Lutheran College, 700 Luther Dr., Mankato, $5-$8. The Voice of the Prairie is a play centered around the time-honored tradition of storytelling. Flashing back between the 1890s and 1920s, the play follows David Quinn as he tells tales on the radio which is just making its way west. Most of David’s

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devour Jill Mackey is a Faribault foodie. Got a question about food or drinks for Jill? Email editor@southernminnscene.com

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Jill Mackey Faribault Foodie

What to do with an

Leftover Wine ?

I guess it could happen.

One of my favorite quotes is ““I love cooking with wine—sometimes I even put it in the food.” I’m not even sure who might have coined the phrase; French chef Julia Child or film comedian (and lover of the bottle) W. C. Fields. There is no evidence whatsoever that either Child or Fields ever used the quotation but I have certainly used the philosophy! It doesn’t happen often (at least at MY house) but if you find yourself with some leftover wine DON’T DISCARD IT! There are so many uses for left over wine so ‘waste not. . . want not’!

Soups and Sauces Keep the leftover in the refrigerator for a few days (not much longer though) and use it in sauces or soups! Red wine goes well in tomato sauces, while white wine is a good fit for mushroom or cream sauces. White is also a classic ingredient in some soups and Risotto, while a full-bodied Spanish or Italian red has been known to liven up chili.

Poach fresh fruit in a mixture of wine (both red or white work!), a sprinkle of brown or superfine sugar and a few other ingredients like cinnamon or cardamom, nuts or fresh herbs like mint or rosemary. Serve with ice cream for a decadent dessert or with plain yogurt if you’re watching your diet.

Get rid of pests If you have a fruit fly problem, put an open wine bottle with a tiny amount of wine left in it next to the fruit bowl. The flies will be attracted to the sugar in the wine -- but they’ll have trouble escaping the bottle. Ha!

Make vinegar After all, vinegar is just wine that’s gone sour. Pour leftover wine into a jar of complimentary vinegar (this is your “mother”) and leave it alone. Within a couple of weeks you’ll have an “artisan” vinegar.

Make sangria It’s almost summer isn’t it? Mix wine of either

Ingredients 1 bottle dry red wine (zinfandel or Spanish tempranillo) 2 Tbl. brandy 1 Tbl. curacao 3/4 cup orange juice 4 Tbl. lemon juice Ice Club soda (optional) Superfine sugar (optional-mixed equally with water & boiled until sugar is totally dissolved to make a simple syrup) Lemons and oranges, sliced into half-moons

Directions Chill all ingredients. Combine red wine, brandy, curacao, and juice in a large pitcher. Add 1/2 cup simple syrup. Refrigerate sangria until chilled, about 20 minutes. Serve with a splash of club soda and garnish with fruit slices.

Add it to your eggs

Pimp your fruit

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color with fruit juice, liqueur and a few other ingredients for a delicious sangria. Good sangria is not to be confused with the mouth-puckering red wine and chopped fruit concoction you get at art galleries and office parties. At its best, sangria is a perfect balance of inexpensive -- but drinkable -- dry red wine, fruity liqueur, brandy, juice, sliced fruit, and soda (if you like the bubbles). If you’re looking for a delicious and refreshing sangria recipe, follow these simple steps.

Yes, you heard it right, make a champagne omelet. Store the open bottle of champagne/sparkling wine in the refrigerator overnight. When it’s time for brunch the next morning (or whenever you get up!), crack two eggs in a bowl and season them with pinch of kosher salt & freshly ground pepper. Add a tablespoon of champagne to the eggs and beat them unmercifully for five minutes with a fork or whisk. Then make your omelet as usual. Take it up a notch and garnish with fresh thyme or chives and top with a sprinkle of Imported parmesan.

Steam mussels Pour any leftover white wine into a giant pot, bring it to a boil and steam a large serving of mussels. “Toast a piece of French bread rubbed with a fresh clove of garlic and minutes later you’ll have a warm, comforting dinner with “soppable’ broth.

Freeze it! Pour in ice cube trays, freeze it and then use it in sauces later on. Remember, red for tomato or chili and white for cream or mushroom sauces.

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CD REVIEW

Little Omar and the Timeless Simplicity of American Folk Music By RICH Larson editor@southernminnscene.com

T Little Omar. Courtesy Rice County Records.

he second decade of the 21st Century has been very good to the banjo. In fact it’s safe to say the banjo hasn’t had a run like this since Harry Smith released his Anthology of American Folk Music in the 1950’s. Bands like Mumford & Sons, The Avett Brothers and the entire “Newgrass” movement have restored the stature to the banjo that it lost the day Bob Dylan plugged in an electric guitar at the Newport Folk Festival. Still, even back in the day, it would’ve been tough to think the banjo could carry an entire album. It can be a shrill sounding thing that goes out of tune very easily. It’s not at all an easy instrument to master, so the person who can record an album of nothing but music played on a banjo and make it work is a rare breed. Little Omar has just proved that it’s not an extinct one, though. With eight songs, clocking in at just over 25 minutes (so maybe it’s more of an extended EP than an album), his eponymous debut is a beautifully crafted and arranged collection of American folk songs, Irish murder ballads and instrumentals that shows off both the versatility of the instru-

ment and the virtuosity of the musician. Using the simplicity of the folks songs as a skeleton, Omar (who’s real name is Tim Hollinger) adds flourish and depth to the music by varying the syncopation and tempo of the music with a dizzying, impossibly talented right hand. The first song on the album, Squirrel Hunters, is a simple patterned, circular piece, recalling a leisurely afternoon walk in the woods. Yet Hollinger immediately catches the attention of the listener through the use of some exquisite overtones. Later on, the aptly titled Omar’s Tune, showcases the ability of the banjo to be as much a percussion instrument as a melodic one. Throughout the album, it’s amazing to hear Hollinger make his banjo sound like numerous instruments being played at once, as if he can create an entire bluegrass band just through relentless picking When he chooses to sing, as on Down in the Willow Garden, his high tenor is a sweet counterpoint to the tale of murder being sung from the gallows. On Ruben his voice is perfectly suited for its gettingthe-hell-out-of Dodge lament. The album is faithful to the traditions of folk and bluegrass in more than just style. Recorded at The Barn, an acoustically live room operated by Rice County

Records, these songs are presented the way Bill Monroe or Earl Scruggs would have insisted. The banjo is unamplified, and unprocessed. Producer Michael Morris had the wisdom to put a microphone in the middle of the room, and simply allow Hollinger to play. There are no affects, no studio trickery. These songs are heard exactly the same way they would be on an Appalachian back porch, the way they were always intended. To musicologists and historians, the Americana “Roots” movement has been an affirming thing. The folk music that came from the cotton fields of Mississippi, the Civil War battlefields of Pennsylvania and Virginia and the Oklahoma Dustbowl are more than just ditties taught to us around summer camp fires when we were children. The stories they tell are captured history, revealing the pain and sacrifice felt by the generations of Americans who came before us. Artists like Little Omar are vital to the preservation of this music. The fact that he is able to present it in such an interesting and enjoyable form, showcasing its timeless elements, gives us hope that it may well endure for generations to come. Rich Larson is the editor of Southern Minnesota SCENE. You can reach him at editor@southernminnscene.com.

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Critics are putting this female Americana trio in the company of The Wailin’ Jennys and The Roches gorgeous 3-part harmonies, a cappella ballads, bluegrasstinged folk and a touch of jazzy western swing.

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CD REVIEW

By RICH Larson editor@southernminnscene.com

E Courtesy Erik Koskinen.

Erik Koskinen’s Vision of America is Beautiful Theatre

very now and then it’s important to take a step back and look at the big picture. This may not be the golden age of local music in the great state of Minnesota (the 80’s featuring The Replacements, Husker Du, The Gear Daddies, Prince, et. al., still hold that standard), but right now you could make the case that Minnesota is producing more top quality music than we are top quality hockey, fishing holes or democrats. Seriously, look around. You’ll find Trampled By Turtles, Atmosphere, The Cactus Blossoms, Low, The Counterfactuals, Har Mar Superstar, Poliça, Useful Jenkins and on and on (plus, for every name you come up with, there are five more great ones you haven’t heard of). This is a pretty great time to be a music critic in this state. So, to what do we owe this grandiose statement? Erik Koskinen’s new album, America Theatre, that’s what. A native of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Koskinen has been a just-under-theradar-cornerstone of the Twin Cities music scene for going on a decade. He’s an in-demand producer, recording engineer and guitar player. He’s played with Molly Maher’s Disbelievers, the Trampled By Turtles side project Dead Man Winter and recorded at least half a dozen albums under his own name. StarTribune writer Jon Bream has called him “the state’s best pure country singer/songwriter”, while

lifelong Twin Cities music observer Jim Walsh, who has covered everybody from Willie Murphy to Bruce Springsteen calls him, very simply, “The Real Deal.” That kind of resume makes for high expectations, and America Theatre does not disappoint. Koskinen presents us with a vision that can be upbeat one minute, then jaundiced and cynical the next. Each song is a completely realized vignette, telling stories as thoroughly American as the music to which they are set. The album begins on a high note. Feeling Pretty Good is an optimistic statement about deciding to feel better. I’ve been working all winter/I’ve been working on a fence/And the borders I’m creating/Never making any sense/But I’m feeling pretty good/Despite all my fears/I’m feeling pretty good/For the first time in years. He could be talking about his personal journey or he could be talking about the country picking itself up out of the Great Recession. Either way, he captures the feeling of finding the strength to change without resorting to cliche or sentiment. The flip side is Slow Burn, a resigned, mounrful soliloquy on lost faith and the inability to regain it. Ain’t no such thing as precious time, he writes, When you’re down in the unemployment line/And I ain’t decided if I lost my mind/I just hope to see you one last time/Run my fingers through your hair/And I don’t know if you’d even care/Bombs blasting through foreign air/ Protecting presidents and millionaires. Regardless of the mood in Koskinen’s lyrics, his music is nothing short

of sublime. Built on twang and reverb, the album is full of honky tonk/rockabilly groove. If you like guitar, this is your album. With nary a piano, an organ or a horn to be found, Koskinen eschews nearly any instrument that doesn’t have six strings or surface to beat on. The sound owes a great deal to such guitar greats as Mark Knopfler, James Burton, Chet Atkins and Neil Young, sometimes all at once. Boomtown starts out as West Texas stomp before whirling into a full blown Crazy Horse bulldozer. Blood and Money is a dirty, sexy Dire Straits dirge, while Confusion sends the Velvet Undergound through a Vibrolux amplifier. Despite wearing his influences on his sleeve, however, Koskinen is able to pull his own distinct sound out of a very traditional format, and that is where the brilliance of America Theatre lies. His music is both familiar and unique, borrowing just enough from this genre and that player to make the listener comfortable, then challenges us with a sly change in tempo or an unexpected lick. He has the ability to create a song, and a sound, that feels natural, intimate and exciting all at the same time, which is something only the truly great songwriters and musicians can claim. In an era when there is great music all over Minnesota, America Theatre has moved Erik Koskinen out of the shadows and squarely into the forefront. Rich Larson is the editor of Southern Minnesota SCENE. You can reach him at editor@southernminnscene.com.

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KEVIN KREIN THE BEARDED LIFE

Erin Go Bearded! Kevin is a heavily bearded writer who likes rabbits. He writes regularly for his own Anhedonic Headphones music blog, and he is a prolific Tweeter- @KevEFly

(Don’t) Kiss Me, (I’m Not) Irish L ike most holidays—and really, like many things in general—to me, St. Patrick’s Day is utterly meaningless. While it is worth noting that both my first and middle names are traditionally Irish, even if you were to change my last name to McKrein or O’Kreinessey, I am, by all accounts, an inherently un-Irish individual. So when it comes to St. Patrick’s Day, it’s like when a waiter is explaining to me what kind of meat is available as the special for the evening, or when I overhear people discussing events that occurred during a big sporting event—I simply DO NOT CARE. According to my mother, however, when I was a wee laddie (wait, that’s Scottish) I apparently was, like, REALLY into St. Patrick’s Day, because of my name—not because I was super into religious feast days, or anything like that. I apparently went as far as to pretend I was Irish—something that makes a lot of sense because I was an only child, and had no older sibling to punch me in the shoulder and tell me I was stupid for doing that. For some reason, I felt like this was a holiday that required me to receive gifts from my parents, and in retrospect, this is really not all that surprising (see my very first column for The Scene on how I was a greedy, awful child.) Once my mother had reminded me of this, I started to recall bits and pieces of various green ephemera—mostly pins, that I would cover my shirt in on March 17th. Specifically, one of an adorable mouse holding a clover comes to mind. A simple Google image search of “St Patrick’s Day Pin Mouse Holding Clover” lead me to many Ebay entries for said pin—and man, is that thing cute or what?

Believe it or not, I have a B.A. in “Drama/ Speech” (something I constantly put to good use), and when I was a sophomore in college, the theatre department selected an Irish play, The Beauty Queen of Leenane by Martin McDonagh as one of the shows for the season. To assist us with the process of learning the Irish dialect, in one of our acting classes, we were given cassette copies dubbed from an old reel-to-reel tape full of words and phrases to practice saying with the proper inflection. An assignment in this acting class was to perform a short monolouge with our recently learned Irish dialect. Because it was college, I chose to cobble together a piece from various “motivational” bits set forth by Brad Pitt’s character in Fight Club. I have a very distinct memory of standing on the stage, delivering my monolog, Irish dialect in full effect,

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saying, “You are not your fooking khakis.” Sadly, I was not cast in The Beauty Queen of Leenane. I was, however, asked to record some dialog as a radio DJ for a scene near the end of the show—all I can recall from it is saying, “Oh, there’s another one from The Chieftains…” However, I do not feel like my time spent with the dialect tape was wasted—ask me to say “bubbled up to the boiling point” sometime with an Irish accent. You are in for quite a treat! Each issue of Scene has a cohesive theme that contributing writers are encouraged to stick to—although every email about the content deadline ends with my editor saying, “Do whatever you want with that theme, or ignore it completely.” And in sitting down to write this month’s Bearded Life, initially, I struggled with the idea of “Finding the Irish in Southern Minnesota,” because I didn’t know where to look. Do I look for it in the unflattering fit of a Boston Celtics jersey? Is it in the hidden track at the end of a U2 compact disc? Or, do I throw on that song “Jump Around” by House of Pain and unleash my inner white, Irish rapper? Is “the Irish” in the discolored milk left in your bowl after eating Lucky Charms? Is it in the bottom of a dark, syrupy glass of Guinness beer? Well, to all of those, the answer is “no”— at least for me. I don’t own any Celtics jerseys, I could never make it to the end of a U2 album, and both Lucky Charms and Guinness contain ingredients (gelatin and isinglass, respectively) that my lifestyle permits me from consuming.

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There’s the adage that “Everybody is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day!” I suppose this would apply to me, as well as to ol’ St. Patrick himself— dude wasn’t even Irish! Did you know that? Crazy, right? Anyway, the real place to look for the Irish is…in yourself. That’s really profound, I know. Due to my poor attitude, I highly doubt that any Irish eyes will be smiling upon me this year. However, I would have never thought to go as far back as my over-imaginative childhood or my wise choice in college major to “find the Irish,” proving, much to my chagrin, that the adage about St. Patrick’s Day is (sort of) right. And now I need to try to remember my Ebay password so I can bid on that mouse pin.

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A SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA DESTINATION FOR VISUAL AND PERFORMANCE ART. Gallery Opening & Artists Reception Friday, Feb. 28th 5:00pm

Jorge Ponticas, Carlander Family Gallery Lisa Anderson, Committed, Lois Vranesh Boardroom Gallery

Free and Open to the Public Exhibit runs Feb 26 - April 5th Part of the 2014 KDHL/Power 96 Gallery Season

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Wall of Wine & Beer Raffle & Tasting Event Saturday, March 1st 7pm

Win over 70 bottles of wine & $300 worth of beer while sampling some of the best hops & grapes the region has to offer. $17 Members / $22 Non Members / $5 Raffle (need not be present to win) Sponsored by Bauer’s Southside Liquor

Heebie Jeebies,Family Music Comedy Show Friday, March 7th 7pm.

Glen Everhart’s original children’s music will have kids,

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The Fox on the Fairway Fri. March 28th - Sat. April 5th (ASL ARPIL 3rd) Lend me a Tenor’s Ken Ludwig, brings us a new comedy about Life, Love, and Man’s Eternal Love Affair with… GOLF! Presented by the Paradise Community Theatre, Directed by Kathy Rush. $14 Adults / $10 Students Sponsored by Fox Video Productions Part of the 2014 Faribault Daily News Theater Season

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