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Vol. 7, Issue 7

July 2011

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Happenings – Up Close ��3-16, 27-30 Theater ��4 Sports ��4 Gallery Crawl ad section ��17-19 Crazy Daze ad section ��24-26 A Month at a Glance �� 20-23 Regional Happenings ��27 July Gigs ��28 July SHORTS ��32 Clubs, Classes & More ��33 Advertisers’ Index ��34 Dining ��34 Historic Happenings ��37-38 Community Guide: Prairie Creek Humane Society �� 39-40 On the Cover:

The talented young cast of the NAG’s musical production 13, opening July 14. Photo: Tania Larson-Legvold

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Paradise Center for the Arts ArtOnWater

217 S. Water St. • artonwater.com Gallery hours: Wed and Thu, 2-5pm or by appointment a favorite cup – functional ceramics of Donovan Palmquist, Colleen Riley, Barbara Zaveruha and others. Also original American Opal(escent) oakframed decorative glass panels exhibit.

ArtOrg

Switzer’s Nursery, 26601 Chippendale Ave. • 507/261-8086 • artorg.info

Eclectic Goat

418 Division St. • 507/786-9595 Tu/W 10-5, Th 10-7, F/Sa 10-5, Su 12-4 More than 120 artists represented. “A shop where...ART RULES!”

Northfield Arts Guild

304 Division St. • 507/645-8877 www.northfieldartsguild.org M-F 10-5, Sa 11-3 Art in Bloom: Flowers, Vases and a Silent Auction – through July 2 – Members of the Northfield Garden Club will embellish handmade vases (donated by local artists) with their floral designs as part of this annual event. In turn, the vases and arrangements will be put up for bid during a silent auction (through July 2, 3pm). All proceeds from this event support the Arts Guild.

WWW: An Exhibit of Fiber and Textile Work by Upper Midwest Artists – through Aug. 6 – This innovative show explores how communications technology has influenced contemporary life, revolutionizing how we interact and process time and experience. Features a ten-minute mediated tour of the show running continuously at the NAG, the Northfield Public Library and on Youtube. Opening Reception: July 8, 6-9pm.

Allina Clinic Arts Guild Exhibit

1400 Jefferson Rd., M-Th 7am-8pm, F 7am-7pm, Sa 9am-3pm Maryrose Gondeck’s Photography – through July 15 – Photographs of flowers taken in spring. “I am always inspired by the freshness and beauty of new growth…It is one of the many blessings we as Minnesotans especially enjoy.”

Northfield Senior Center Gallery

1651 Jefferson Pkwy. • 507/664-3700 M-F 7am-8pm, Sat 7am-5pm, Sun 10am-5pm northfieldseniorcenter.org Paintings by Pearl Tait – July 1-30. Opening Reception: July 8, 5-8pm.

CallS for Artists • Riverfront Arts Festival • Sept. 10-11 The Riverfront Festival Turns 50 this year! Join in celebrating this Defeat of Jesse James Days event! Deadline for submission: Aug 8. More information at www.northfieldartsguild.org.

321 Central Ave., Faribault 507/332-7372 • Tu-F 10-5, Sa 12-5 paradisecenterforthearts.org Look Through any Window: Jaclyn Garlock – through July 31 – Large-scale, realistic figurative paintings in acrylic on canvas of people telling a story about moments in their lives, but it is for the viewer to determine what the story is about. Very up close and demanding – they will make you participate. The Cartographer’s Art: Shelley CordsSwanson – through July 31 – A graduate of Minnesota State University-Mankato with a Master of Arts degree in Geography, Shelley finds her work as a fiber artist a perfect complement to her academic background as a former professor and practicing cartographer. Of particular emphasis, she specializes in quilted topographical maps, where the contour line becomes a central element of the quilted surface.

Studio Elements

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Windows on Paradise Art Gallery

904 Division St. So. • 507/645-5563 Landscapes and inspirational art by Mark Daehlin. Viewings by appointment.

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Theater

SPORTS

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Sunday, July 3

Baseball – Dundas Dukes vs. Hampton Cardinals, 2pm

13, The Musical

July 14-17 and 21-24. Th-Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Northfield Arts Guild Theater The only all-teenage show ever to hit Broadway, 13 is a grown-up story about growing up! This hilarious, high-energy musical is about discovering that cool is where you find it, and sometimes where you least expect it. Two things are torturing almost-13-year-old Evan Goldman: his parents’ upcoming divorce and his allimportant Bar Mitzvah. His mother then informs him they will be moving from New York City to the flat, brown Midwestern town of Appleton, Indiana. Evan will have to have his Bar Mitzvah there, away from friends and family, so he determines that in order to survive in the town, he must get the coolest kids to come to his Bar Mitzvah – especially Brett Sampson, the junior high’s football hero. Tickets: $15 adults, $10 students.

Monday, July 4

Godspell

Baseball – Northfield Knights vs. Cannon Falls Bears, 2pm

July 22-24 and 28-31. Th-Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault The smash hit 1970 musical by Stephen Schwartz and JohnMichael Tebelak. A series of parables based on the Gospels of Matthew and Luke is brought to life with hymn-inspired (now) classic rock that includes the 1972 hit, “Day by Day.”

Baseball – Dundas Dukes vs. Northfield Knights, 2pm Thursday, July 7

Baseball – Dundas Dukes vs. Hayfield Heat, 7:30pm Friday, July 8

Baseball – Dundas Dukes vs. Edina E-Sox, 7:30pm Northfield Knights vs. Stewartville-Racine Sharks, 7:30pm Sunday, July 10

Baseball – Northfield Knights vs. Randolph Railcats, 12pm, 2:30pm Dundas Dukes vs. Red Wing Aces, 6:05pm Wednesday, July 13

Baseball – Dundas Dukes vs. Rosemount Black Sox, 7:30pm Northfield Knights vs. Minneapolis Rocks, 7:30pm Friday, July 15

Baseball – Northfield Knights vs. Red Wing Aces, 7:30pm Sunday, July 17 Tuesday, July 19

Baseball – Dundas Dukes vs. Prescott Pirates, 7:30pm Saturday, July 23

Baseball – Dundas Dukes vs. Randolph Railcats, 2pm Sunday, July 24

Baseball – Dundas Dukes vs. Wanamingo Jacks, 6:05pm Sunday, July 31

Baseball – Dundas Dukes vs. Miesville Mudhens, 2pm

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HAPPENINGS Check the Calendar-at-a-Glance for weekly happenings! FRIDAY, JULY 1 Jim Lenway • 5-7pm

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The Contented Cow Inspired by the likes of The Byrds, The Beatles, James Taylor, Simon & Garfunkle and John Denver, Lenway sings songs from the ’60s and ’70s accompanied by a 6-and-12-string guitar. He slips in some contemporary covers á la Cities 97 and he sometimes solicits far more talented friends to join him. Dime Store Watch • 7:30-9:30pm

The Contented Cow Jerry Johnson, Inga Johnson and Joel Cooper.

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Northwood Pines features beautifully finished kitchenettes with Cambria® countertops, private baths and individually controlled heating and air conditioning units. You have access to Northfield Retirement Community’s meal options, housekeeping services and 24-hour emergency response system. Additionally, our campus offers extensive social, spiritual and recreational opportunities.

Chris Herriges 620 Grill Critically acclaimed singer, guitarist and songwriter based in the Twin Cities.

For a tour or to review the five beautiful floor plan options, call us today at 507-664-3466.

The Tavern Lounge Critically acclaimed singer, guitarist and songwriter based in the Twin Cities. Templeton • 9pm

Karaoke

Rueb ‘N’ Stein • 9pm Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Jesse James Lanes • 10pm SATURDAY, JULY 2 Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pm

Cannon Riverwalk, Downtown Northfield Artists’ and farmers’ market along the Cannon River with many family friendly activities. Music performance by Bonnie and the Clydes with songs of love, peace and flower power from the late ’60s and early ’70s. Tim Brown • 1-4pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls A singer/songwriter who has performed solo and in a variety of duos over the past 25 years. His album North of North received significant airplay throughout the Midwest and in the West. Brown has opened for Blood, Sweat and Tears and Iron Butterfly. Northfield Retirement Community • 900 Cannon Valley Drive 507-664-3466 • www.northfieldretirement.org

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Thomas Gardell • 5-7pm

Contented Cow Folk rock/indie.

Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing • 7-11pm

The Signature Bar and Grill, Faribault Classic acoustic swing, hot picking and stellar singing. Great food and dancing. No cover.

Northern Roots Session • 7:30-9pm

The Tavern Lounge

The Contented Cow An informal weekly gathering of musicians to play acoustic music with roots in the north, particularly the Nordic countries. Participants and listeners of all ages and levels of experience are welcome.

Fox & Coyote • 8-11pm

MONDAY, JULY 4

Derek • 8-11:30pm

The Contented Cow Folk/Indie.

Multe • 7:30-10:30pm

The Contented Cow Great traditional Nordic music for your listening pleasure.

DJ Music

Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Rueb ‘N’ Stein

TUESDAY, JULY 5

The Favourite Child • 11pm-12:30am

Holy Land Film Festival: Little Town of Bethlehem • 7pm

The Contented Cow

Bethel Lutheran Church Films to inform about Christians, Jews and Muslims struggling together to find common ground, justice and peace in non-violent action. This films explores how three men from diverse backgrounds and faiths find common ground in the growing non-violence movement in Israel and Palestine. Free.

SUNDAY, JULY 3 Tim Brown • 1-4pm

Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30-10pm

The Contented Cow Every Tuesday night show up with your unplugged instrument of choice and jam – or just show up and listen! WEDNESDAY, JULY 6

Northfield Noontime Organ Recitals 2011 Wednesdays • 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Wednesdays • 12:15 to 12:45 p.m.

Come Come and and hear hear the the fifth fifth summer of summer of recitals! recitals! Wednesday July 6:

Wake-Robin • 12-1pm

Bittersweet A local duo on strings playing Celtic and Civil War period tunes. Noontime Organ Recital • 12:15-12:45pm

UCC Congregational Church Organist Tom Ferry.

Books and Stars: Justin Roberts • 7pm

Wednesday July 6: Tom Ferry, First Tom Ferry, Congregational UCC Congregational UCC Church, 300 Union St. Church, 300 Union St.

Central Park Grammy-nominated artist, and truly one of the “all-stars” of the Indie family music scene!

Wednesday July 13:

Wednesday July 13: Wyatt Smith, Skinner Wyatt Smith, Memorial Chapel, Chapel, Carleton College,Carleton College, 405 1st St. E.405 1st St. E.

Wednesday July 27:

Wednesday Wednesday July July 20: 20: Richard Collman and and Richard Collman David Miller, David Miller, Bethel Lutheran Church, Bethel Lutheran Church, 1321 Ave.Ave. 1321North North

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Wednesday July 27: Mike Powell, Boe Memorial Chapel, St. Olaf College Wednesday Aug. 3: Bob Henstein, United Methodist Church, 1401 S. Maple St. Wednesday Aug. 10: Lawrence Archbold, Carleton College Music & Drama Center, 110 Winona St. N. Some recitals will include a free-will offering to defray publicity expenses. For more information, contact Richard Collman at 507-645-1357, or email him at rkcollman@msn.com

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Happenings Wednesday, July 6, continued Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm

The Contented Cow A gathering of musicians and listeners in a relaxed, informal setting. Along with the music enjoy conversation, camaraderie and perhaps even a few Irish dance steps!

Karaoke

Rueb ‘N’ Stein • 9pm Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Jesse James Lanes • 10pm Midnight Collision • 11pm-1am

The Contented Cow

SATURDAY, JULY 9

THURSDAY, JULY 7 Matt Arthur and the Bratlanders • 8-11pm

The Contented Cow Matt Arthur and the Bratlanders play original foot-stompin’ protest songs, hollering’ gospel blues and classic covers from such American legends as Johnny Cash, Leadbelly, Blind Lemon Jefferson and Hank Williams. Mark Mraz • 8:30-11pm

The Tavern Lounge Forget about life for awhile with the piano man. From Billy Joel to Kermit the Frog – Mraz tickles the ivories and entertains requests from the audience. Karaoke • 9-12pm

2nd Annual Y Kids Tri • 7:30am

Northfield Old Memorial Park Pool Area Registration opens at 7:30am, event begins at 8:30am. A fun, non-competitive triathlon that’s all about getting kids excited to get fit! Kids ages 6-14 enjoy a morning of encouragement, cheers and satisfaction while completing the swim, bike and run event. No experience necessary. Kids are encouraged to train during the summer, so it’s a great way for families to get fit together. All participants receive a Y Kids Tri T-shirt, swim cap and medal! Registrants after June 25 may need to pick up items after race day. Costs: $30 members/$35 non-members. For more information, call 507/645-0088. Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pm

Cannon Riverwalk, Downtown Northfield Artists’ and farmers’ market along the Cannon River with many family friendly activities. Wet-n-Wild • 1-2:30pm

620 Grill

FRIDAY, JULY 8 Exhibit Opening Reception: Paintings by Pearl Tait • 5-8pm

Northfield Senior Center See galleries page.

River Bend Nature Center, Faribault Join in on fabulous games and activities to discover not only the characteristics of water, but what lives in watery worlds and why water is so important to our planet. Be prepared to get wet! Free for all ages.

Northfield Art Crawl • 5-9pm

Northfield Eleven galleries and dozens of talented artists. More on pages 17-19. Exhibit Opening Reception: WWW • 6-9pm

The Northfield Arts Guild See galleries page.

Enjoy family entertainment at parks throughout Northfield – No charge! Booker, the Book Bus opens at 6:30 pm. The performances begin at 7 pm. Booker has library materials for all ages. Bring a lawn chair and blanket and settle in for fun!

Stone Soup • 8-10:30pm

The Contented Cow A hearty broth of rock and blues from a time when it hit you in the chest and lifted you straight up. Breathe the air, stir the pot, share the wine and start feeling fine!

Park

Grammy-nominated artist. Truly one of the “all-stars” of the Indie family music scene!

July

Xibaba • 7pm

13 Spring

Back for another show featuring Brazilian music. Come and enjoy listening to bassa nova, samba, baiåo & forro. Time to dance, too!

Creek Park

The Tavern Lounge Think music from O Brother, Where Art Thou? and mix in a little more ragtime and a hint of bluegrass.

Mandolin Orchestra • 7pm

July Lonesome Dan Kase

620 Grill Voted Northfield’s No. 1 Band of 2009 by readers of the Northfield Entertainment Guide! Take eight from the fields of education, architecture, communications and medicine; mix in guitars, drums, saxophones, harmonicas, voices and cowbells and you’ve got “music from the heavens.”

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Justin Roberts • 7pm

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Lonesome Dan Kase • 8-11:30pm

Area 51 • 9pm-12am

July

20 Way Park

You’re in for a treat of classical, folk and pop music!

July

InishMohr • 7pm

27 Central

For the final show of the summer we will enjoy some mellow Irish & Scottish music.

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Happenings Saturday, July 9, continued Heritage • 2-5pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Irish music from Farmington. 2011 Summer Jam • 7pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault Regional bands take the stage in this one-night-only, not-to-bemissed jam session and benefit concert for Paradise Center for the Arts. All proceeds help support future programming and educational opportunities at Paradise Center. $12 members, $15 nonmembers. Jon Manners • 8-11:30pm

The Tavern Lounge Voted Northfield’s best male musician of 2009! Playing guitar since 1957, Manners has been in bands including: The Stingrays, The Fabulous Intruders, The Critters, The Sticky Wickets, Yellow Fish, The Glass Eye, The Windjammers, No Dice, Rockaday Jonny, Diesel Goose, Zebra, Berceuse, Shriek, Neoneon, The Kitty Younger Band, Flight Time, The Great? Imposters. In the early ’70s, he associated with Andrew Loog Oldham, one-time producer for The Rolling Stones. Now playing solo, he says “it’s easier to call a rehearsal and it gives me complete control over the songlist.” DJ Music

Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Rueb ‘N’ Stein SUNDAY, JULY 10 Rod Kinny • 2-5pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Kinny’s music combines influences of jazz, folk and rock with elements of Toto/Steely Dan and the best of British pop. His voice is suited equally well for folk and pop, with a pinch of Todd Rundgren and a dash of Al Stewart.

Northern Roots Session 7:30-9pm

The Contented Cow Great traditional Nordic music for your listening pleasure.

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TUESDAY, JULY 12

WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 Holy Land Film Festival: Budrus 7pm

Bethel Lutheran Church Films to inform about Christians, Jews and Muslims struggling together to find common ground, justice and peace in non-violent action. In this film, when citizens of Budrus realize that Israel’s separation barrier would destroy their remote village, they organize members of Fatah, Hamas and Israeli supporters to fight back with a non-violent protest against the massive fence. Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30-10pm

The Contented Cow Every Tuesday night show up with your unplugged instrument of choice and jam – or just show up and listen!

Noontime Organ Recital • 12:15-12:45pm

Skinner Memorial Chapel, Carleton Organist Wyatt Smith. Books and Stars: Xibaba! • 7pm

Spring Creek Park Back for another show featuring Brazilian music. Listen to bossa nova, samba, baião and forro. There’ll be dancing, too. Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm

The Contented Cow A gathering of musicians and listeners in a relaxed, informal setting. Along with the music enjoy conversation, camaraderie and perhaps even a few Irish dance steps! Alison Rae • 10pm-12am

The Contented Cow St. Paul-based musician “whose voice and songs come at you with all the power and hype of a falling snowflake…her talent has instantly hushed a room.” – Jim Walsh, MinnPost. Voted the Entertainment Guide’s No. 1 musician 2010.

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THURSDAY, JULY 14

SATURDAY, JULY 16

Theater: 13, The Musical • 7:30pm

Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page.

Marv Gohman • 8:30-11pm

Cannon Riverwalk, Downtown Northfield Artists’ and farmers’ market along the Cannon River with many family friendly activities.

The Tavern Lounge Out of the Great North Woods of suburban Minneapolis/St. Paul, comes a swaggering, foot-stompin’, heart-pumpin’ minstrel, laying waste to any instrument that comes within ten fingers of his sweaty reach. Furious fiddle and madcap mandolin struggle to punch holes in steel and guitars. Wailing harp winds up breathing hard. Has opened for notable artists including Jonny Lang, Glen Frey, Maria Muldaur, Colin Rae, Sammy Kershaw, John Michael Montgomery, Delbert McClinton, Tanya Tucker, Glen Campbell, Los Lobos, Ozark Mountain Daredevils, 38 Special, Proclaimers, Al Green and Taj Mahal; jammed with Lowen and Navarro and sung with Arlo Guthrie and Pete Seeger.

Andrew Walesch • 2-5pm

Karaoke • 9pm-12am

Theater: 13, The Musical • 7:30pm

FRIDAY, JULY 15

The Contented Cow

Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing • 7-11pm

The Signature Bar and Grill, Faribault Classic acoustic swing, hot picking and stellar singing. Great food and dancing. No cover.

Art Vandalay • 8-11:30pm New Moon Trio • 5-7pm

The Contented Cow Here’s a look at 100 years of popular tunes, random requests and spontaneous harmonies featuring Ross Currier on bass, Lance Heisler on drums and Justin London on guitar. Full Moon Barn Dance • 6:30pm-12am

Red Barn Farm Kick up your heels and support the Arts Guild. Come out to the lovely Red Barn Farm, just south of Northfield, for a fantastic summer evening celebration. Dance to music by Synergy, a great eight-piece dance band playing rock, reggae, salsa and swing. Lots of organic food (including those terrific Red Barn pizzas), cash bar, silent auction, art activities and games. Family friendly and for all ages. Food and fun starts at 6:30pm; dance music begins at 7:30pm. Tickets: $40 adults, $20 youth ages 14-18, $10 children 7-13, children under six free, on sale at www.northfield artsguild.org. Family maximum: $110/household. Theater: 13, The Musical • 7:30pm

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Matthew Griswold • 8-11:30pm

The Tavern Lounge Acoustic/folk rock/pop

Shoot Lucy • 9pm-12am

620 Grill A Twin Cities-based rock band. Karaoke

Rueb ‘N’ Stein • 9pm Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Jesse James Lanes • 10pm

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Black by Popular Demand • 5-7pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page.

620 Grill

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls “The boy with the voice.” A great variety of classics and originals.

The Tavern Lounge Americana/roots music. Area 51 • 8-11pm

The Contented Cow Voted Northfield’s No. 1 Band of 2009 by readers of the Northfield Entertainment Guide! Take eight from the fields of education, architecture, communications and medicine; mix in guitars, drums, saxophones, harmonicas, voices and cowbells and you’ve got “music from the heavens.” DJ Music

Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Rueb ‘N’ Stein SUNDAY, JULY 17 Joe Paulik • 11am-1pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Folk, modern folk and Northern country folk. Theater: 13, The Musical • 2pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page. Andrew Walesch • 2-5pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls “The boy with the voice.” A great variety of classics and originals. Northern Roots Session • 7:30-9pm

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Theater: 13, The Musical • 7:30pm

TUESDAY, JULY 19 Rice County Fair

Faribault This is the first of a six-day event. See ad on page 26 for a look at the happenings! The Over and Back Band 6-10pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page. Dolce Quintet • 7:30-9pm

The Contented Cow A favorite classical music quintet returns to play the Cow. Alison Rae • 8:30-11pm

The Tavern Lounge St. Paul-based musician “whose voice and songs come at you with all the power and hype of a falling snowflake…her talent has instantly hushed a room.” – Jim Walsh, MinnPost. Voted the Entertainment Guide’s No. 1 musician of 2010.

Sellner Stage, Rice County Fair, Faribault Fiddle-oriented, high-energy, Americana and gypsy-style music. Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30-10pm

The Contented Cow Every Tuesday night show up with your unplugged instrument of choice and jam – or just show up and listen!

Karaoke • 9-12pm

WEDNESDAY, JULY 20

FRIDAY, JULY 22

Rice County Fair

Faribault This is the second of a six-day event. See ad on page 26 for a look at the happenings!

Faribault This is the fourth of a six-day event. See ad on page 26 for a look at the happenings!

Noontime Organ Recital • 12:15-12:45pm

Fred the Bear with Ray Coudret • 5-7pm

Bethel Lutheran Church Organists Richard Collman and David Miller. Books and Stars: Minnesota Mandolin Orchestra • 7pm

Way Park Classical, folk and pop music. Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm Minnesota Mandolin Orchestra

The Contented Cow A gathering of musicians and listeners in a relaxed, informal setting. Along with the music enjoy conversation, camaraderie and perhaps even a few Irish dance steps.

Lisa Marie Fischer and Sarah Pray • 9-11pm

The Contented Cow

THURSDAY, JULY 21 Rice County Fair

Faribault This is the third of a six-day event. See ad on page 26 for a look at the happenings! Barb Piper • 5-7pm

The Contented Cow Modern folk, vocals/guitar with influen ces from Hoagy Carmichael, The Beatles and Bonnie Raitt to Susan Tedeschi, Brandi Carlile and the Indigo Girls. Contributes her talents to the Entertainment Guide’s No. 1 Band pick 2009, Area 51; fronts the blues/rock band, Top Shelf, and performs with a Faribault musical theater group at Paradise Center for the Arts.

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The Contented Cow

Theater: 13, The Musical • 7:30pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page. Theater: Godspell • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. Burning Chrome • 8pm-12am

The Contented Cow St. Paul-based band with rock at the heart, excursions into everything and a guarantee that each song will be a minimum of six minutes and a maximum of, well, somewhere around 18. All original material because the best things are still hand made. Chris Trifilio guitar and vocals, John Gagich drums and Bryan Vann bass. Influences include the Grateful Dead, Santana, Zeppelin, Neil Young and Crazy Horse, Luna, Wilco, The Pixies, Lucinda Williams, Guy Clark and U2. Jeff Ray • 8-11:30pm

The Tavern Lounge Mighty fine guitar and harp. Ray walks a thin line between blues and folk, one minute strutting a slide-guitar ballad on the resonator guitar, the next minute blasting off into a one-man-band train ride. “Ray has a quality that could only come by blending the birthplaces of Bob Dylan and the blues.” (Des Moines Register). Stone Soup • 9pm-12am

620 Grill A hearty broth of rock and blues from a time when it hit you in the chest and lifted you straight up. Breathe the air, stir the pot, share the wine and start feeling fine! Karaoke

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SATURDAY, JULY 23 Rice County Fair

Faribault This is the fifth of a six-day event. See ad on page 26 for a look at the happenings! The Platte Valley Boys

Rice County Fair, Faribault Classic bluegrass. Riverwalk Market Fair 9am-1pm Platte Valley Boys Photo: Diane Gruber

Cannon Riverwalk, Downtown Northfield Artists’ and farmers’ market along the Cannon River with many family friendly activities.

Celtic Cat & Prairie Dog • 2-5pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Pat Quinn and Keith Johnson play Celtic and traditional Americana music on the fiddle, guitar, mandolin, octave mandolin, Irish whistles, harmonica, Scottish pipes and more!

The Tavern Lounge A chick-singer, guitarist and songwriter from the shores of Lake Superior. Her songs are filled with honesty and substance and sung with passion. Topics like brothels, onenight stands and transvestites are not taboo for this edgy yet charming northern gal. She has traveled from coast to coast and abroad, performing and drawing inspiration for the material in her brilliantly crafted compositions, and has shared the stage with Dar Williams, Tracy Bonham, Guy Davis, Pete Seeger and others. DJ Music

Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Rueb ‘N’ Stein SUNDAY, JULY 24 Rice County Fair

Theater: 13, The Musical • 7:30pm

Faribault This is the sixth of a six-day event. See ad on page 26 for a look at the happenings!

Theater: Godspell • 7:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Acoustic cover band.

Daniel Switch • 1-4pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page.

Theater: 13, The Musical • 2pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. Spruce Top Review 8-11pm

The Contented Cow Eclectic repertoire of urban folk that may be familiar and obscure. Interpretations of folks like John Prine, Steve Earle, Bob Dylan and the Beatles, traditional and contemporary Irish music and more.

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page. Theater: Godspell • 2pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. Northern Roots Session • 7:30-9pm

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July sunday

monday

Every sunday

tuesday

For details on these and more events, check out the Happenings listings with descriptions elsewhere in this guide.

Every MONDAY

Politics and a Pint • 6pm

Every tuesday

Jingo • 7pm

The Contented Cow

wednesday

Cribbage • 7pm

Castle Rock and Roll

Quiz Night • 8pm

Every wednesday Euchre • 7pm

Castle Rock and Roll

Euchre Tournament • 8pm

The Contented Cow

The Tavern Lounge

Spanglish • 7:30-9pm

The Contented Cow

Tim Brown • 1-4pm

Multe • 7:30-10:30pm

Film: Little Town of Bethlehem • 7pm

Wake-Robin • 12-1pm

Cannon River Winery

The Contented Cow

Northern Roots Session 7:30-9pm, Contented Cow

Bethel Lutheran Church Acoustic Jam Session 7:30-10pm, Contented Cow

Bittersweet

Noontime Organ Recital 12:15-12:45pm

UCC Congregational Church Books and Stars: Justin Roberts • 7pm, Central Park Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm, The Cow

Rod Kinny • 2-5pm

Multe • 7:30-10:30pm

Film: Little Budrus • 7pm

Noontime Organ Recital 12:15-12:45pm

Cannon River Winery

The Contented Cow

Northern Roots Session 7:30-9pm, Contented Cow

Bethel Lutheran Church

Acoustic Jam Session 7:30-10pm, Contented Cow

Skinner Chapel, Carleton

Books and Stars: Xibaba! 7pm, Spring Creek Park Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm, The Cow Alison Rae • 10pm-12am

The Contented Cow

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thursday

friday

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Jim Lenway • 5-7pm, Contented Cow Dime Store Watch • 7:30-9:30pm

Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pm

Chris Herriges • 8-11:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Thomas Gardell • 5-7pm, The Cow

The Contented Cow

The Tavern Lounge Templeton • 9pm, 620 Grill Karaoke, Rueb ‘N’ Stein • 9pm Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Jesse James Lanes • 10pm

Downtown Northfield Tim Brown • 1-4pm

Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing 7-11pm, Signature Bar, Faribault Derek • 8-11:30pm, The Tavern Lounge Fox & Coyote • 8-11pm, The Cow DJ Music

Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Rueb ‘N’ Stein

The Favourite Child • 11pm-12:30am

The Contented Cow

Matt Arthur and the Bratlanders 8-11pm, The Contented Cow

Exhibit Opening Reception: Paintings by Pearl Tait • 5-8pm

2nd Annual Y Kids Tri • 7:30am

Mark Mraz • 8:30-11pm, The Tavern Karaoke • 9-12pm, 620 Grill

Northfield Senior Center

Exhibit Opening Reception: WWW 6-9pm, The Northfield Arts Guild Stone Soup • 8-10:30pm, The Cow Lonesome Dan Kase • 8-11:30pm

The Tavern Lounge

Area 51 • 9pm-12am, 620 Grill Karaoke

Rueb ‘N’ Stein • 9pm Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Jesse James Lanes • 10pm

Midnight Collision • 11pm-1am

Old Memorial Park Pool Area

Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pm

Downtown Northfield

Wet-n-Wild • 1-2:30pm

River Bend Nature Center, Faribault Heritage • 2-5pm, Cannon River Winery 2011 Summer Jam • 7pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault Jon Manners • 8-11:30pm, The Tavern DJ Music

Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Rueb ‘N’ Stein

The Contented Cow

Theater: 13, The Musical • 7:30pm

New Moon Trio • 5-7pm, The Cow Full Moon Barn Dance • 6:30pm12am, Red Barn Farm Theater: 13, The Musical • 7:30pm

Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pm

Matthew Griswold • 8-11:30pm

The Contented Cow

Northfield Arts Guild Theater Marv Gohman • 8:30-11pm

The Tavern Lounge

Karaoke • 9pm-12am, 620 Grill

Northfield Arts Guild Theater The Tavern Lounge

Shoot Lucy • 9pm-12am, 620 Grill Karaoke

Rueb ‘N’ Stein • 9pm Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Jesse James Lanes • 10pm

Downtown Northfield

Andrew Walesch • 2-5pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Black by Popular Demand • 5-7pm Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing 7-11pm, Signature Bar and Grill Theater: 13, The Musical • 7:30pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater Art Vandalay • 8-11:30pm

The Tavern Lounge Area 51 • 8-11pm, The Contented Cow DJ Music

Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Rueb ‘N’ Stein

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sunday

monday

tuesday

wednesday

Joe Paulik • 11am-1pm

Multe • 7:30-10:30pm

Rice County Fair, Faribault The Over and Back Band 6-10pm, Sellner Stage, Rice

Rice County Fair, Faribault

Cannon River Winery

The Contented Cow

Theater: 13, The Musical 2pm, Northfield Arts Guild

Theater

Andrew Walesch • 2-5pm

Cannon River Winery

Northern Roots Session 7:30-9pm, Contented Cow

For details on these and more events, check out the Happenings listings with descriptions elsewhere in this guide.

County Fair, Faribault

Acoustic Jam Session 7:30-10pm, Contented Cow

Every sunday

Every MONDAY

Every tuesday

Jingo • 7pm

Cribbage • 7pm

Castle Rock and Roll

Quiz Night • 8pm

Bethel Lutheran Church

Books and Stars: Minnesota Mandolin Orchestra 7pm, Way Park Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm, The Cow Lisa Marie Fischer and Sarah Pray • 9-11pm

The Contented Cow

Politics and a Pint • 6pm

The Contented Cow

Noontime Organ Recital 12:15-12:45pm

Castle Rock and Roll

Every wednesday Euchre • 7pm

Castle Rock and Roll

Euchre Tournament • 8pm

The Contented Cow

The Tavern Lounge

Spanglish • 7:30-9pm

The Contented Cow

Rice County Fair, Faribault Daniel Switch, 1-4pm

Multe • 7:30-10:30pm

Acoustic Jam Session 7:30-10pm, Contented Cow

Noontime Organ Recital 12:15-12:45pm

The Contented Cow

Cannon River Winery

Theater: 13, The Musical 2pm, NAG Theater Theater: Godspell • 2pm

Paradise Center for the Arts Northern Roots Session 7:30-9pm, Contented Cow

Boe Chapel, St. Olaf

Books and Stars: Inish Mohr • 7pm, Central Park Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm, The Cow Alison Rae • 10pm-12am

The Contented Cow

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Paradise Center for the Arts Northern Roots Session 7:30-9pm, Contented Cow

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friday

saturday

Rice County Fair, Faribault

Rice County Fair, Faribault Fred the Bear with Ray Coudret 5-7pm, The Contented Cow Theater: 13, The Musical • 7:30pm

Rice County Fair, Faribault The Platte Valley Boys

Theater: Godspell • 7:30pm

Celtic Cat & Prairie Dog • 2-5pm

Burning Chrome • 8pm-12am

Theater: 13, The Musical • 7:30pm

Jeff Ray • 8-11:30pm, Tavern Lounge Stone Soup • 9pm-12am

Theater: Godspell • 7:30pm

Karaoke

The Contented Cow

Barb Piper • 5-7pm, Contented Cow Theater: 13, The Musical • 7:30pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater

Dolce Quintet • 7:30-9pm

The Contented Cow

Alison Rae • 8:30-11pm, The Tavern Karaoke • 9-12pm, 620 Grill

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault The Contented Cow

620 Grill

Rueb ‘N’ Stein • 9pm Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Jesse James Lanes • 10pm

Rice County Fair, Faribault

Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pm

Downtown Northfield

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Northfield Arts Guild Theater

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault Spruce Top Review • 8-11pm Sasha Mercedes • 8-11:30pm

The Tavern Lounge DJ Music

Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Rueb ‘N’ Stein

Crazy Daze • 7am

Theater: Godspell • 7:30pm

Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pm

Downtown Northfield Inspiring Possibilities – Realizing Dreams • 5-7pm, Bridge Square Black by Popular Demand • 5-7pm

The Contented Cow

Community Services Movie Night: The Sandlot • 7pm

Northfield High School Auditorium Theater: Godspell • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault Bonnie and the Clydes • 8-10:30pm

The Contented Cow

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault Barb Piper • 8-11:30pm, The Tavern Blue Cheeze • 8-10:30pm, The Cow Peter Diggins and Friends • 9pm12am, 620 Grill Midnight Collision • 11pm-1am

The Contented Cow Karaoke

Chance Meeting • 3-4:30pm

The Contented Cow

Carey Langer • 5-7pm, Contented Cow Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing 7-11pm

The Signature Bar and Grill, Faribault Theater: Godspell • 7:30pm

Rueb ‘N’ Stein • 9pm Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Jesse James Lanes • 10pm

Mark Mraz • 8:30-11pm, The Tavern

Downtown Northfield

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault The Counterfactuals • 8-11:30pm

The Tavern Lounge

Allyson Road Band • 8-11pm

The Contented Cow DJ Music

Karaoke • 9pm-12am, 620 Grill Diggins Jennings Cookie Shane 11pm-1am, The Contented Cow

Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Rueb ‘N’ Stein

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July Gigs Acoustic Jam Session �� Tuesdays – Cow Allyson Road Band �� 30 – Cow Area 51 �� 8 – 620 Grill, 16 – Cow Black by Popular Demand ��16, 28 – Cow Blue Cheeze �� 29 – Cow Bonnie & the Clydes �� 2 – Riverwalk, 28 – Cow Tim Brown ��2, 3 – Cannon Falls Burning Chrome �� 22 – Cow Celtic Cat & Prairie Dog ��23 – Cannon Falls Chance Meeting �� 30 – Cow Richard Collman and David Miller ��20 – Bethel Church The Counterfactuals ��30 – Tavern Derek ��2 – Tavern Diggins Jennings Cookie Shane �� 28 –Cow Peter Diggins & Friends �� 29 – 620 Grill Dime Store Watch ��1 – Cow Dolce Quintet �� 21 – Cow The Favourite Child ��2 – Cow Tom Ferry ��6 – UCC Church

Lisa Marie Fischer & Sarah Pray � 20 – Cow Fox & Coyote ��2 – Cow Fred the Bear with Ray Coudret � 22 – Cow Thomas Gardell ��2 – Cow Marv Gohman ��14 – Tavern Matthew Griswold ��15 – Tavern Heritage ��9 – Cannon Falls Chris Herriges ��1 – Tavern Inish Mohr ��27 – Central Park Irish Music Session ��Wednesdays – Cow Jivin’ Ivan & the Kings of Swing ��2, 16, 30 – Faribault Rob Kinny ��10 – Cannon Falls Carey Langer �� 30 – Cow Jim Lenway ��1 – Cow Lonesome Dan Kase ��8 – Tavern Minnesota Mandolin Orchestra �� 20 – Way Park Jon Manners ��9 – Tavern Matt Arthur & the Bratlanders ��7 – Cow Midnight Collision ��8, 29 – Cow Mark Mraz ��7, 28 – Tavern Sasha Mercedes ��23 – Tavern

Multe ��Mondays – Cow New Moon Trio �� 15 – Cow Northern Roots Session �� Sundays – Cow Over & Back Band �� 19 – Rice County Fair Joe Paulik ��17 – Cannon Falls Barb Piper ��21 – Cow, 29 – Tavern Platte Valley Boys �� 23 – Rice County Fair Mike Powell ��27 – St. Olaf Alison Rae �� 13, 27 – Cow, 21 – Tavern Jeff Ray ��22 – Tavern Justin Roberts ��6 – Central Park Shoot Lucy �� 15 – 620 Grill Wyatt Smith �� 13 – Carleton Spruce Top Review �� 23 – Cow Stone Soup ��8 – Cow, 22 – 620 Grill Daniel Switch ��24 – Cannon Falls Synergy �� 15 – Red Barn Templeton �� 1 – 620 Grill Art Vandalay ��16 – Tavern Wake-Robin ��6 – Bittersweet Andrew Walesch ��16, 17 – Cannon Falls Xibaba! ��13 – Spring Creek

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Family Fun - Food - Education - Animals

Bruce Sellner Midway Memorial Stage Over and Back Band, Tuesday, 8-10pm Rockin Hollywood’s, Wednesday, 6:30-9:30pm

Cannon Stage Magician Greg Skillestad, Tuesday, 7:30pm Good Vibrations and Brodini, Wednesday, 7:30-10pm

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Michelob Golden Draft Stage and Beer Garden Jacob Martin Band Tuesday, 8pm Under The Covers Wednesday, 8pm

Whitesidewalls, Thursday, 6-10pm

Good Vibrations and the Greg Skillestad Magic Show, Thursday, 6-10:15pm

Killer Hayseeds, Thursday, 8pm

Wylee Band, Friday, 6-10:30pm

Electric Fusion and Brodini, Friday, 7:30-10:15pm

Mr. Peabody, Saturday, 8pm

Platte Valley Boys, String Fever Band, Cedar Valley Bluegrass, Saturday, 1-10:00pm

Gospel and Bluegrass Music, Saturday, 12:30-3pm Electric Fusion with Patty Anderson, Sunday, noon-6pm

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Free show in the Grandstands! Rockie Lynne,

A Tribute to all area Veterans

Tuesday, 8:15pm

July Regional Happenings There are a number of exciting offerings in the region this month; we offer here a brief sample of what’s to be found beyond Northfield. Be sure to check them out—and say you saw them in the Northfield Entertainment Guide! Bike MS: Star Tribune Tram Ride – July 24-29 through Roch-

ester, Owatonna, Austin, Lanesboro and Winona. RED Wing

Zumbrota

Anderson Center

Crossings at Carnegie 320 East Ave. • 507/732-7616

149 Tower View Dr • 651/388-2009 • andersoncenter.org Summer Celebration of the Arts – July 9 Central Park

St. Anthony Brass Quintet – July 4 – American pop/patriotic. The 7 Shot Symphony – July 6 – Play by Live Action Set. Marcia Ball/Beau Soleil Concert – July 9 Sweet North – July 13 – Americana Back Channel Blues – July 20 – Blues Dang-Its – July 27 – Country Western FALCONER VINEYARDS 3572 Old Tyler Rd. • 651/388-8849 Charlie Parr – July 24 RED WING ART ASSOCIATION 418 Levee St. • 651/388-7569 www.redwingartsassociation.org Plein Air Gallery Show – Vendeer & Vogel gallery through July 31 SHELDON THEATER 443 West 3rd St. • 651/388-8700 www.sheldontheatre.org The Sound of Music – July 14-16, 22-24 Rochester MAYO CIVIC CENTER 30 Civic Center Drive SE

20th Anniversary Down by the Riverside Concerts: Paul Revere & the Raiders – July 10 Dokken – July 17 Frankie Ballard – July 24 Rochester Concert Band & Choir – July 31 ROCHESTER ART CENTER 40 Civic Center Drive SE www.rochesterartcenter.org Palette to Palate – July 29 – 30+ remarkable wines and microbrews from around the world hosted by expert sommelier Tessa Leung from Söntés. John Fleischer: ALLMOST – through July 31 Tony Tasset: Life During Wartime – through Sept. 4 ROCHESTER CIVIC THEATRE 20 Civic Center Drive SE www.rochestercivictheatre.org Friday Night Bistro with Jazz Jam – July 1 Friday Night Bistro & Live Performance – July 8 Friday Night Bistro with Blue Monk – July 15 Friday Night Bistro with The Sudden Lovelys – July 22 Friday Night Bistro with Blue Lotus Dancers & Jazz Jam July 29 SILVER LAKE PARK 7th St. and 2nd Ave. NE Fourth of July Celebration and Fireworks Children’s parade 12pm, concert at Silver Lake soccer field 8:30pm. Tribute to veterans and fireworks at 10pm.

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www.crossingsatcarnegie.com Michael Johnson in Concert – July 9 Michael Monroe in Concert – July 16 Billy McLaughlin in Concert – July 22 The Guess Who Tribute Concert – July 30

– wisconsin – Hagar city HARBOR BAR N673 825th St. • 715/792-2417 • harborbar.net

Blues & Rock Festival – July 9

Pepin PEPIN PARK

Music in the Park: Samantha Lerum – July 20

Lake Pepin Art & Design Center 2nd & Main Street

715/442-4442 • www.pepinartdesign.org Industrial Fiction – through July 24 – Work by Gary Egger, Jean Egger and Carol Inderieden Claudia Schmidt Performance – July 25 Stockholm MAIDEN ROCK WINERY & CIDERY W12266 King Lane

Music in the Orchard: Kenzie Joy – July 9 – Singer/songwriter.

Village Park

Stockholm Art Fair – July 16, 10am-5pm – food, fine art and music.

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Happenings continued from page 16 MONDAY, JULY 25 Multe • 7:30-10:30pm

The Contented Cow Great traditional Nordic music for your listening pleasure. TUESDAY, JULY 26 Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30-10pm

The Contented Cow Every Tuesday night show up with your unplugged instrument of choice and jam – or just show up and listen! WEDNESDAY, JULY 27

Theater: Godspell • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. Bonnie and the Clydes 8-10:30pm

The Contented Cow Take a step back and resurrect songs of love, peace and flower power from the late ’60s and early ’70s. The Bonnie is Bonnie Jean Flom. The Clydes are Bill McGrath and Scott McMillan. Mark Mraz • 8:30-11pm

Noontime Organ Recital 12:15-12:45pm

The Tavern Lounge Forget about life for awhile with the piano man. From Billy Joel to Kermit the Frog – Mraz tickles the ivories and entertains requests from the audience.

Boe Memorial Chapel, St. Olaf Organist Mike Powell. Books and Stars: Inish Mohr 7pm

Central Park The final show of the summer with mellow Irish and Scottish music. Listen, dance and enjoy.

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Traditional Irish Music Session 7-9pm

Karaoke • 9pm-12am

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Diggins Jennings Cookie Shane • 11pm-1am

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Theater: Godspell • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. Barb Piper • 8-11:30pm

The Tavern Lounge Modern folk, vocals/guitar with influences from Hoagy Carmichael, The Beatles and Bonnie Raitt to Susan Tedeschi, Brandi Carlile and Indigo Girls. Contributes her talents to the Entertainment Guide’s No. 1 Band pick 2009, Area 51; fronts the blues/rock band, Top Shelf; and performs with a Faribault musical theater group at Paradise Center for the Arts. Blue Cheeze • 8-10:30pm

Crazy Daze • 7am

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Downtown Northfield City-wide bargains – tasty food specials – sidewalk sales galore! See schedule and advertised specials on pages 17-19.

Peter Diggins and Friends • 9pm-12am

620 Grill Some say Diggins is Northfield’s finest guitar player. And his friends – well, they are musician friends of perhaps Northfield finest guitar player. Sounds good to me.

Black by Popular Demand • 5-7pm

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Inspiring Possibilities – Realizing Dreams 5-7pm

Bridge Square Members of the Northfield High School football team kick off Laura Baker Services Association’s capital campaign with entertainment on the Square by the Northfield Youth Tim McNiff Choirs, Laura Baker Choir, Hiliners dancers, free cookies, giveaways, food – all broadcast live by KYMN Radio with KARE 11’s Tim McNiff as emcee. Community Services Movie Night: The Sandlot • 7pm

Northfield High School Auditorium No film captures the essence of summer and American culture better than this cult classic about a group of kids playing baseball in the 1960s. Rated PG. Doors open at 6:30pm. $2/person suggested donation.

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Midnight Collision • 11pm-1am

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Karaoke

Rueb ‘N’ Stein • 9pm Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Jesse James Lanes • 10pm SATURDAY, JULY 30 Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pm

Cannon Riverwalk, Downtown Northfield Artists’ and farmers’ market along the Cannon River with many family friendly activities.

Chance Meeting 3-4:30pm

The Contented Cow A group of Northfield musicians that met “by chance” at local jams and other events. They are Scotty Friedow, John Hiscox, Chris Moen, Neil Rowley and occasionally Richard Brooks, making for a real mix of styles and genres.

The Counterfactuals • 8-11:30pm

The Tavern Lounge The Entertainment Guide’s 2010 Band of the Year! Jason Decker (guitar), Dan Groll (vocals, songwriter, guitar and drums) are both philosophy professors at Carleton. A counterfactual is a conditional sentence of the form “If it had been that p, it would have been that q.” Dan had a band in Chicago of the same name, and so asked if he could keep it for this one. They said “no.” Influences include Elvis Costello, The Beach Boys, Willie Nelson, The Walkmen, The Beatles, Frank Sinatra, M. Ward, Slayer and Sergie Rachmaninoff.

Carey Langer • 5-7pm

The Contented Cow A solo artist covering six decades and seven styles of music. From The Everly Brothers and Frank Sinatra, to Rick Springfield, Dave Matthews and Jimmy Eat World, plus original music. Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing • 7-11pm

The Signature Bar and Grill, Faribault Classic acoustic swing, hot picking and stellar singing. Great food and dancing. No cover. Theater: Godspell • 7:30pm

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The Long Way Home with Will Healy

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Travel the World From Right Here at Home Passport not current? No matter; join the Children’s Culture Connection’s annual fundraiser event on July 23rd for an afternoon’s global tour. This phenomenal organization – founded by local Dina Fesler –connects kids planet-wide with the goal of helping them find their voices to make the world a better place for all. The fundraiser, held in Dennison from 2-5 at the Fesler farm, is jam-packed with international goodies, gifts, a silent auction and information on the CCC’s work, including their internationally themed summer camp coming in August to Northfield. For tickets and information, call Joanne Cryer or e-mail joanne.cryer@live.com. To learn more about this extraordinary organization, go to www.childrenscultureconnection.org. This is proof that good works. It really, truly does.

Finding Your Cool with 13!

Celebrate the joy – and the pain – of growing up with the delightful teen musical 13, presented by the Northfield Arts Guild and directed by Rachel Haider. This high-energy show explores the journey we all take while finding out who we are, and features a talented and enormously appealing young cast. The show opens on July 14, runs weekends through the 24th, and is performed at the Arts Guild Theater at 411 West 3rd. For tickets and information call 645-8877 or go to www.northfieldartsguild. org. And have a blast.

Stop! Drop! And Crawl! to Summer’s Freshest Downtown Art

Join us on July 8 for an evening of art downtown as the Northfield Entertainment Guide presents the Northfield Art Crawl, a fresh and eclectic gathering of artists and art galleries. The crawl runs from 5-9 pm; the exhibitions include the WWW exhibit at the Northfield Arts Guild, artwork from the Children’s Culture Connection at the HideAway, Carla Thompson at the Marybeth Coyle Studio and our own Nick Sinclair at By All Means Graphics. Plus more – lots more. Best bet is to make an evening of it and stroll through all the participating galleries. All the information you need to know can be found on the Entertainment Guide’s Facebook page. Like us while you’re there.

Tour the Restored Elegance of Northfield’s Grande Dame Hotel

You know you want to see it, and the Archer House is inviting you in. Join them on July 8 for a tour through the newly renovated hotel – one of the longest continually operating hotels in the state – and see the magic of its 19th century beginnings recaptured. Restorations include tin ceilings and resurfaced claw foot tubs, period-inspired colors, lighting and furniture; a marriage of historic elegance and contemporary comfort. The tour runs from 5-7 and includes appetizers and wine. The tour is free of charge; the inspiration for your own home’s renovation is likewise.

Music to Soothe the Savage Hump-Day

Looking for that mid-week break to elevate your spirits and calm your jangled nerves? Look no further than the Northfield Noontime Organ Recitals 2011. This is the fifth season of this popular recital series; the music is lush and the settings – various churches and chapels throughout Northfield – are serene. The Noontime Recitals begin on July 6 and run through August 10. For more information, contact Richard Collman at 507/645-1357, or e-mail him at rkcollman@msn.com. And make summer Wednesdays at noon your respite from the rat race.

Meet Me At the (Rice County) Fair

County fair season, that time-honored summertime tradition, has begun and the Rice County Fair delivers what’s good in abundance. Advertising family fun, food, education and animals, it’s a celebration of country life that can’t be faked; from live music to livestock, rides, exhibitions and a marionette troupe, this is a family friendly festival that’s guaranteed to deliver a good time. It runs from July 19-24 in Faribault, and all the information, including entertainment schedules and the Premium Book with Open Class and 4-H, is online at www.ricecountyfair.net. Or call the Rice County Fair office at 507-332-2470. Enjoy the cotton candy.

Cycling the Fourth

Among the hometown celebrations of July 4 is one designed to get you moving: Milltown Cycles presents the 11th annual 4th of July Northfield Criterium. This bicycling event is comprised of a series of races, from a one-lap kids’ race through a variety of adult competitions, including a 50+ Masters’ event. Prizes go up to $500, depending on the race, and the entry fees vary as well. The Kids Parade on Division Street is free and tailor-made for a grandparent’s camera. For more information contact Jake Boyce at 218-390-1605, or jwboyce@gmail.com. Start those peddles….

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Clubs, Classes and More… Cannon River Woodcarving Club – 507/339-0336 Third Monday of the month, 7pm, Ivan Whillock Studio, Faribault The Cheese Cave – 507/334-3988, cheesecave.net, Faribault – Unsettled Ale Society – Second Thursday of the month, July 14, 7:30pm – a club of home brewers and beer enthusiasts who sample beer from The Cheese Cave and share beer stories. Come to learn or to simply enjoy. First time free, for membership contact Laura, 507/334-3988. Foodies Club – Monday, July 18, 6pm – meets monthly. Join Jill Mackey and talk food styles, recipes, ingredients, methods of cooking and more. This month: Grilling. Cooking with Jill Mackey, July 23, 10-11am – Start out your weekend with a bang! A different class, monthly on a Saturday morning. This month: the secret to grilling meats. 507/334-3988 to register. $25/person. Seating limited. Cub Scout Pack 300 – 612/490-4048, www.cubs300.org Dakota Stables – 952/913-3222, www.dakotastables.com Classes and rides for kids and adults. Glass Garden Beads Beading Class – 507/645-0301 First and third Mondays Just Food Co-op – 507/650-0106 – Mondays: Knitting Night, 7-9pm, 507/645-6331 – knit, chat, share ideas and get help. The Key

Mondays: Book Club, 5pm Tuesdays: Photo Club, 5:30pm – developing and learning. Game Night, 7pm Wednesdays: College Prep, 7-8:30pm – learn about the ACT, financial aid, how to write a college essay, etc. The Key will pay for college applications for those not able. Most who show up are paired with a caring and knowledgeable adult. Thursdays: Art Night, 6pm Fridays: Movie Night, 7pm Sundays: Writing Workshop, 3-5pm – for details, call 507/663-0715.

Daily Wine Tasting • Vineyard Picnics Live Music Every Weekend Label Art Competition

MOMS Club – northfieldmomsclub@gmail.com – First

Wednesday of each month, 10am, St. Peter’s Church. If you are a full-time or part-time stay-at-home mom, this club may be for you. MOMS Club is a local chapter of the International MOMS Club, an organization dedicated to providing support and a sense of community for stay-at-home moms. Monarch Gift Shop – Free Weekly Guided Meditation – every Wednesday, 7-8pm – 607/663-7720. Take a break from your week and set your mind and spirit free with mediation in a spacious and relaxed environment. Northfield Arts Guild – 507/645-8877 – Find classes for kids and adults at www.northfieldartsguild.org. Northfield Buddhist Meditation Center – Children’s Circle Class (ages 3-9) – Sundays, 3-4pm – Children and their parents meditate, do yoga and learn about Buddhism in a fun, peaceful atmosphere of exploration. Everyone welcome. Northfield Public Library – 507/645-6606 First Steps Early Literacy Center, Mon, Fri and Sat, 10-2pm Patty Cake Infant Lapsit, Tue, 10-11am Toddler Rhyme Time, Wed, 10-11am Preschool Story & Craft Time, Thu, 10-11am World Discovery Time, Tue/ Wed, 1-3pm World Stories, Thu, 11:30am Northfield Public Schools Community Services – 507/664-3649 Northfield Senior Center – www.northfieldseniorcenter.org 507/664-3700 – Programs for active older adults in a premier fitness facility with an indoor pool and certified fitness instructors. Bike club, hiking trips, ping pong, nutrition talks, art classes, writing classes, card groups, dining center, fitness classes and more. Paradise Center for the Arts – 612/216-1206 Find art-related classes for kids and adults at www.paradisecenterforthearts.org. River Bend Nature Center, 507/332-7151 – classes and activities at www.rbnc.org. Nature Sketching for Youth, July 16, 2-4pm – A nature sketching program with artist Jason Hardwig for youth ages 9 and up. Includes introduction to drawing with charcoal, pencils and oil pastels. Focus will be on landscape drawing. Participants should bring pencils, a gum eraser and a portable hard surface. All other materials and supplies provided. Free. Summer Sounds, July 23, 10am-12pm – Start inside to learn about animal sounds and get an idea of what to listen for by hearing recordings of amphibians, mammals, insects and birds. Then venture outside and investigate the sounds in different habitats. Dress to be outside. Free for all ages. Time Travel – History Tours of River Bend – Join a naturalist for a journey back in time to discover the history of the land. Travel is by golf cart. Tours last 1.5 hours and can accommodate up to five people. Call to schedule. Donations welcome.

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620 Water St. • 507/786-9797 • Facebook: 620 Grill – Tu-Su 11a-late, closed Mondays. Burgers, fries, soups, sandwiches, wraps, pulled pork and a great bar! Nitelife from 9pm offers karaoke, DJ dancing, live music and more.

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Tea Creations

2018 Jefferson Rd. • 507/663-6060 • Mon-Fri 6am-8pm, Sat-Sun 7am-5pm – Voted Best Coffeehouse in southern Minnesota. Fresh daily roasted coffee. Wraps, soups, sandwiches, salads, desserts, ice cream and non-espresso drinks. Free wireless internet and business catering available.

306 Division St. • 507/786-9500 – Sun-Mon 11am-6:30pm, Tue-Sat 10:30am-8pm – With more than 50 flavors, bubble tea has brought a whole new meaning to the concept of drinking tea. Join the trend. Delicious, colorful and fun. Take a moment and savor the flavor. Kid friendly, vegan friendly, free wifi, sleek and relaxing atmosphere. Light menu of spring rolls.

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Chippendale Ave • 507/645-0676 • Facebook: Castle Rock N Roll Bar and Grill – 11-1am (every day). Great burgers and pizza, with daily specials. Located at the corner of Hwy. 3 and Cty. Rd. 86. Private party room available.

503 Division St. • www.ruebnstein.com 507/645-6691 • 11am-close – Great burgers and famous Ruebens. Casual relaxing atmosphere. Huge selection of imported and domestic beers, fine spirits and wines. Game room, happy hour 3:30-6pm, Karaoke on Fridays at 9pm.

Chapati

Mandarin Garden Restaurant – 107 East

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214 Division St. • 507/645-2462 (office 507/645-1665) www.chapati.us – Closed Mondays – Cuisine of India. Variety of curry and Tandoori entrees including a large selection of vegetarian items. Wine and beer.

4th St. • MandarinGardenNorthfield.com 507/645-7101 – Lunch: Wed-Fri 11:30am2pm, Dinner: Tue-Thu 4:30-9pm. Open until 10 Fri and Sat. Authentic Peking and Szechuan cuisine, freshly prepared, dine-in or take-out.

The Cheese Cave

507/645-4026 • Sun-Thu 11am-8pm, Fri/Sat 11am-9pm – Whether seated in the main dining room, bar, or member’s lounge, beautiful panoramic views of the golf course provide a charming atmosphere. Lunch and dinner menus with a variety of cuisine to savor under the direction of Chef Rafael Perez and his staff.

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318 Central Ave., Suite 6, Faribault 507/334-3988 • www.cheesecave.net – Wed 10am-5:30pm, Thu-Sat 10am-8pm – A light menu of fresh salads and sandwiches, a couple gourmet pizzas and cheese plates to compliment whatever you are drinking. Wines, spirits and Summit beer on tap. The Contented Cow

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302 Division St. S. www.contentedcow.com 3pm-close – Britishstyle pub with authentic British specialties and a variety of soups, salads and sandwiches. Extensive patio overlooking the Cannon River. Great selection of imported and domestic draft beer and a full selection of wine and spirits. El Tequila

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1010 Hwy. 3 S. • 664-9139 • 11 a.m. -10 p.m. Family restaurant offering authentic Mexican cuisine, wonderful margaritas and more. Fireside Restaurant – 37540 Goodhue Ave.,

Northfield Golf Club – 707 Prairie St.

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery – 1401

Riverview Drive • 507/645-4830 • Sun-Wed 5am-11pm, Thu-Sat 24 hrs – Breakfast all day. Favorites include buttermilk pancakes, three-egg omelettes and hearty scrambler dishes. Also serving sandwiches and dinner entrees. Weekday breakfast and lunch specials. Free wi-fi available. Pan Pan Cafe

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303 Division St. • 507/786-9200 • Su-Th 11am-8pm, Fr/Sa 11am-9pm – An international café serving Pan-Asian cuisine on noodles and jasmine rice plus a variety of coffee drinks, teas, beer, wine and sake.

Dennison • 507/645-9992 • firesidelounge. net • T-F 11am-close, Sa/Su 9am-close, closed Mon. A menu to satisfy all tastes, from burgers and sandwiches to steaks and shrimp dinners. Friday night fish special, Saturday night prime rib special and Sat/Sun breakfast specials.

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0400 Mon-Fri, 6am-10pm, Sat-Sun 7am10pm – Cozy bistro atmosphere serving unique appetizers and sandwiches. Coffee drinks, wine and beer specialties.

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116 3rd St. W. • 507/645-7886 • Mon-Sat 6am-9pm, Sun 10:30am-8pm – Family friendly dining in Northfield for 37 years. House specialties include broasted chicken, BBQ ribs and flame-broiled hamburgers. www.tavernofnorthfield.com • 507/663-0342 Sun-Thu 6:30am-10pm, Fri-Sat 6:30am11pm, lounge open daily 3pm-midnight. Located in the historic Archer House since 1984, The Tavern offers casual dining with a wide variety of homemade menu items and specials daily featuring fresh fish on Fridays and prime rib on Saturdays. The Tavern Lounge sports a deck overlooking the Cannon River, appetizers and a full bar with live music Thur-Sat.

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HISTORIC

HAPPENINGS

NORTHFIELD STYLE By Susan Hvistendahl

Bridge Square Post Office, Pride of Northfield by Susan Hvistendahl

The headline of the Northfield News ran across the top of the entire front page on Oct. 30, 1936: “New Postoffice Building Completed.” There were four subheadings: “Public Invited To Join ‘Open House’ Today; Open House To Be Conducted By Postmaster Heibel And Assistants; Convenience And Beauty Stressed; Northfield’s Federal Building Unique in Appointments And Architecture.” Word that this iconic structure which faces diagonally toward the Cannon River and Bridge Square may no longer be used as a post office has hit many Northfielders hard. At the time of its opening, the town took great pride in the construction of the building, built at a cost of $87,444.15, with $31,000 additional for the site, according to the article. The post office moved from the MacKay Building at 314 S. Division St., where it had been housed since March of 1925. The change fulfilled hopes that went back 25 years, said the News, but the wait was worth it because the “new building is unique in its design and unusually well placed.”

View of post office construction taken from northeast corner looking towards southwest, May 2, 1936. Photo courtesy Northfield Post Office.

Northfield’s postal history goes back to the first office a mile and a half west of Northfield called “Fountain Grove.” It was established in the fall of 1855, the year in which John North founded the town. On May 15, 1856, John North’s wife Ann wrote her grandmother, “We now have a post office here so that letters to us may be directed to Northfield, Rice Co. Minn.” Historic Happenings continued on next page.

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Charles Legris, Treasury construction engineer, was quoted as saying, “I do not believe that another town in the Northwest of Northfield’s size has a more beautiful building.” It is “far different from the usual stereotyped design, is complete and commodious, a fine addition to what I have learned to know as a fine and beautiful little city.” An average of 35 men were engaged in the construction of the building, with work started in March of 1936 by the James Leck Company of Minneapolis, general contractors. It was built as a WPA project under the New Deal. By mid-October, the tall, white flag pole had been erected, the terrazzo flooring had been laid and the lobby surfaced with “beautiful Mankato stone with a base border of Montana gold marble.” The exterior was rock-faced limestone, in a Gothic Revival style designed to “express the collegiate atmosphere of Northfield.” Postmaster Carl Heibel.

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Historic Happenings continued from previous page. 1865, was wrecked and the city’s first gasoline station (Standard Oil, erected in 1919) was moved to Division and 7th streets.

Post Office site was occupied by first gas station (center) in 1935.

The Northfield News of March 6, 1931, announced the Bridge Square location of the new post office, made possible by an appropriation of $125,000 by Congress the preceding year. The story noted that it is “not only centrally-located, but will mean an important improvement of the city. Federal buildings are frequently located on side streets so that the Northfield situation is regarded as unusual.” Six property owners were affected. Another story in the News of June 17, 1932, with the headline, “Old Landmarks on Site of New Post office are Victims of Time’s March,” said that work had begun to clear the property. The Northfield Furnace company office and shop, dating back to

Disagreement over the price asked for the site by the property owners led to condemnation proceedings and further red tape. But at long last, an open house was held on October 30, 1936. The Northfield Independent of Nov. 5 said that comments were made on the beauty, convenience and substantial construction by 1,500 people who toured the new facility. Postmaster Carl C. Heibel noted that Northfield had an unusuPhoto courtesy Northfield Post Office. ally large volume of parcel post mail. In fact, on a visit to the South St. Paul post office which served a community three times as large as Northfield, Heibel found that on that particular day the South St. Paul post office had delivered 16 parcel post packages within city limits, while Northfield was averaging 500-750 per day, not including rural routes. The South St. Paul postal officials “smiled incredulously” when Heibel told them the figures. Heibel told the newspaper that letter mail was running about a thousand pieces ahead of the previous year. Evidently some Northfielders had commented on the size of the building, because the government engineer, Legris, said federal records show that the life of a federal post office until it is outgrown is 25 years. The story in the Independent said that most people were skeptical of that average and “some are inclined to believe that the new building will serve the city for 250 years rather than 25 years only.” It is yet to be seen if the building will reach its 75th anniversary as a post office facility in October of this year.

View taken from northeast corner looking towards southwest, Sept. 30, 1936, a month prior to opening. Photo courtesy Northfield Post Office.

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Prairie’s Edge Supporting the Guide since 2008!

By Felicia Crosby

“When I first started here six years ago,” Kathy explains, “I thought that this was all about trying to get animals adopted. But we also counsel people to help them keep their pets; we have resources to help them, and can help train for behavioral issues.”

There is a battle in full progress. Warriors jump from high ledges, land with a dull thud! on worthy foes, then disappear like lightning back to safe corners. Others plot from dark crevices before hurtling themselves into the fray. Bodies charge everywhere. It’s mayhem. Fuzzy, mewing mayhem, that is. Kitten playtime is in full force at Prairie’s Edge Humane Society and a half-dozen miniature fighters – none more than six weeks old – are jumping and rolling and attacking each other and this crazy pink-feathered little tower in the middle of the room with a wildeyed enthusiasm and laser-beam focus that’s uniquely kitten. Prairie’s Edge president, Kathy Jasnoch, and Sandy Vesledahl, the business operations supervisor, oversee the morning madness and explain that each group of cats gets its turn daily to play freely. “We know who gets along,” Sandy says. “We group them, and give them hour–long play rotations, several times a day. People don’t realize they’re not in cages all day, though even there we have toys and cardboard huts for stimulation. Dogs, too – we have a pool that we set up outside for the dogs when it gets warm, and plenty of toys and play!” “Most of the work we do is when we’re not open,” Kathy explains. “The staff starts at 8:00, and cleans everything, every day. Kennels, beds, dishes every animal’s space; we sanitize, give medications, walks.” And then, of course, there is all the playtime. It’s quickly apparent in this cheerful and immaculate building that Prairie’s Edge is a very animal-centric organization. But still, there are space limits. Is Prairie’s Edge a “no-kill” shelter? “The term ‘no-kill’ isn’t what it seems,” Kathy says firmly. “It really means ‘managed admission’; those places don’t take every animal. We’re an ‘open admission’ shelter which means we take every animal that comes to us.” Although, Sandy and Kathy note, no animal at Prairie’s Edge ever “runs out of time”. The recent economy has posed additional challenges for the shelter, and they’ve adjusted to the difficult situations pet owners have found themselves in. This has helped to expand the shelter’s mission statement.

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“We have a pet food shelf,” Sandy says. “There are so many people who are unemployed; places like Chuck and Don’s, Target, Walmart and Cannon Valley Vet are all a great help at donating food. Every Thursday people can come in here and take food for their pets.” For free? “We need people to sign up when they get the food – it helps us track the number of people coming in – and we ask for a donation of a dollar or two if people are able, but we will give the food.” It’s the same when someone surrenders a pet. “We do ask for a surrender fee,” Sandy says, “but we’ll take the animal regardless.” The adoption process itself is careful, thorough and always “animal-first.” The animals are thoroughly checked and screened for both health and behavior problems. They’re spayed and neutered, inoculated – this includes a rabies vaccine – and micro-chipped. Prairie’s Edge offers microchip clinics once a month. And vet clinics from Faribault Vet and Heartland to Countryside and Cannon Valley all offer a free wellness check for fourteen days after adoption. “The vets and the vet clinics are an incredible help to us,” Kathy says. Potential owners, too, get a thorough going-over. “Everybody needs to be approved,” Kathy states. “There are interviews about living situations, previous pets—” “—it’s about trying to match up owner and animal,” says Sandy. “There are a lot of costs associated with owning an animal. We really discourage impulse buying.” Staff members Trisha Thoreson and Sarah Starczewski have joined the conversation, and they have quite a bit to say when asked what makes the ideal adoptive “parent.” “Someone who’s wanted an animal for a long time, who’s been shopping around – doing their homework, learning about different breeds – someone who’s prepared to do the work that comes with owning a pet,” says Trisha.

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“We have a ‘want’ log,” Sarah adds. “This is for people who are looking for certain breeds; if you don’t see the animal you’re looking for, sign up! We’ll call you as soon as we have one that matches your needs. And we can provide all sorts of information, including figuring out how much money you’ll have to invest.” “Please don’t buy on impulse,” Trisha says. “The animal just comes back to us.” “A lot of people think they’re ‘rescuing’ an animal from the humane society,” Sarah notes. “But the animals are very well cared for here.” Again, they mention the services they provide to help owners keep their pets, even through the poor economy. But what about the “problem pet”? “We can help!” Trisha says. “People don’t realize that so often there is a solution; the problems are usually fixable. We can help you train your pet.” Sarah nods in agreement. “We’re not judgmental. Please don’t feel bad about needing us. We can help you keep your pet.”

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If you are ready to adopt, you’ll find an irresistible and ever-changing array of animals, each unique and perfect for someone, somewhere. Prairie’s Edge strongly believes in the maxim, “there are no such things as bad pets…” and again Sandy and Kathy stress that much of the success of a good owner/pet relationship goes into the right match between human and animal. In every room, from the “Cat Colony” to the dog kennels, cards are attached to each cage, providing detailed information about the animal within. And the excellent and informative Prairie’s Edge web site includes a list of each animal currently waiting for a home. Every step of the way, through the labyrinth of rooms which include an “acquaintance room” for one-on-one with a prospective pet to surgery and recovery rooms room, it is apparent over and over again that the animals here are treasured – by the staff, by the volunteers, and by the local veterinarians who regularly go above and beyond the course of duty. Veterinarian Dr. Charles Gumbusky has even earned the moniker “St. Charlie”. Finally, there is a quote on the wall in the Cat Colony from Dr. Suess that reads: “Unless someone like you cares an awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not,” which sums the Prairie’s Edge culture up quite nicely. It’s a statement that could have been written by each of the dedicated people at this extraordinary shelter.

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