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February 2020 17 Bridge Square Northfield, MN 55057 507-663-7937 content@entertainmentguidemn.com Publisher: Rob Schanilec By All Means Graphics Managing Editor: Ronica Roberson Advertising: Dan Sheldon dan@byallmeansgraphics.com Contributors: Production Team: Kate Buckmeier Sarah Hooyer Tim Freeland Susan Hvistendahl Jan Stevens Stephanie Juno Cosette Schanilec Online: on Facebook: entertainmentguidemn and at entertainmentguidemn.com

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Special Ad Sections: Services Directory....................................28-29

On the Cover: Minnesota-based photographer Tomás Alvarez will have an exhibit of his work alongside Barb Matz (mixed media) Feb. 17-Mar. 15 at the FiftyNorth Gallery in Northfield. “Telling a story or capturing a moment in an image is a challenge I relish,” says Alvarez.

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Anderson Center at Tower View

163 Tower View Dr., Red Wing | 651-388-2009 | andersoncenter.org M-F 8am-4pm, Sa 10am-2pm Portray: A Group Portrait Show – through Mar. 21 – Portray surveys a wide range of styles and approaches to one theme: contemporary portraiture. Through drawing, painting, 3D sculptures and video work, seven artists demonstrate a variety of approaches to representation and likeness. Featured artists from around the region include Leslie Barlow, Lindsey Cherek, Mike Hoyt, Art Kenyon, B-J Norman, Chris Rackley and Russ White.

of vision, this exhibit strives to reveal the collecting practices, processes and occasional predicaments that have shaped Flaten Art Museum’s collection. Bringing together works by locally and internationally recognized artists, this exhibit spotlights exceptional examples of art acquired through generous donations. Groot Gallery: Uprising – Feb. 4-22 – An annual series that narrates experiences of black students, faculty and staff at St. Olaf through visual and performing arts. Hosted in February to coincide with Black History Month, this student-curated exhibit creates space for marginalized voices and fosters community interactions among black students, faculty and staff.

Montgomery Arts & Heritage Center

Vessels: Minnesota Women Ceramic Artists – through Mar. 21 – Members of the Minnesota Women Ceramic Artists contribute to a show of vessels: cups, mugs, vases, bowls and more. This group exhibit showcases a wide range of colors and styles and celebrates the MNWCA’s vital community. Participating artists include Del Bey, Evelyn Browne, Christie Clark, Elizabeth Coleman, Kathleen Crook, Julie DeVetter, Melissa Gohman, Jess Gotkin, Angela Heida, Lois Ann Helgeson, Kristine Hites, Sarah Hjelmberg, Elizabeth James, Brynne Macosko Paguyo, Karin Muchemore, Carol Patt, Robyn Peterson, Ann Meaney, Carolina Niebres, Donna Ray, Susanne Redﬁeld, Colleen Riley, Monica Rudquist, Sue Schweitzer, Sandra Shaughnessy, Jennie Tang, Denise Tennen, Priya Thoresen, Wendy Thoreson, Lisa Truax, Lisa Valley, Amy Von Bargen and Donna Winberg.

FiftyNorth Gallery

1651 Jefferson Pkwy., Northfield | 507-664-3700 | fiftynorth.org M-F 7am-8pm, Sa 7am-5pm, Su 10am-5pm Craig Swenson (pyrography) and Lyn Rein (ceramics/rosemaling) – through Feb. 16 Barb Matz (mixed media) and Tomás Alvarez (photography) – Feb. 17-Mar. 15 – Opening Reception: Feb. 18, 4-5:30pm Matz

Flaten Art Museum

Center for Art and Dance, St. Olaf | wp.stolaf.edu/flaten/ 507-786-3556 | M-W, F 10am-5pm, Th 10am-8pm, Sa/Su 12-4pm Joint Reception for 20/20 Vision and Uprising: Feb. 21, 5-7pm 20/20 Vision – Feb. 13-Apr. 22 – What is a museum? Why do they collect objects? Who chooses what is collected, and how do they decide? 20/20 Vision is a term used to express clarity

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206 First St. N. | 507-364-5933 | Th-F 2-5pm, Sa 9am-12pm “The North American Indian” Edward S. Curtis Photographic Curtis Exhibit – through Feb. 29 – Edward S. Curtis, who grew up in Le Sueur County, is regarded as one of America’s greatest photographers and his most famous work, “The North American Indian,” took 30 years to complete. It is the most complete visual record of Native Americans west of the Mississippi. Artist Reception: Feb. 2, 2-5pm

Northfield Arts Guild

304 Division St. | 507-645-8877 | northfieldartsguild.org T-F 12-6pm, Sa 11am-3pm Member Gallery: Annual Members Exhibition – through Feb. 8 – A community-wide exhibit featuring more than 70 Guild member artists and a large cross-section of media – from painting to ceramics or fiber art. Hot, Happy Mess: The Dysfunction of Progress – Feb. 14-Mar. 14 – Works by artists in the Carleton College Educational Associate and St. Olaf College Fifth-Year Emerging Artist Programs. Artist Reception: Feb. 21, 7-9pm with artist talks at 7:30pm Refreshments will be served. Up Gallery: Dream Big – through Mar. 31 – New mixed-media artwork by Maurice Gibbs. Allina Clinic Gallery: Geometry Theory: Dividing Angles – through Gibbs Jan. 31 – Oil paintings by Taha Muhammad Rural Landscapes – Feb. 10-Apr. 30 – Oil paintings by Gwen Chynoweth

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The Looney Lutherans in Livin’ La Vida Lutheran

Acting Fun for Little Ones Performance

The Looney Lutherans are back with more great music, looney comedy and lots of audience interaction in Livin’ La Vida Lutheran: Looney Lifestyle Tips for Livelier Living. Using the principles of the “6HHP” (the 6 “Happy Heart” petals), the Looneys share their unique tips for living a livelier life. Segments include the Lutheran “food wheel,” the Menopause Medley, Lutheran Yoga and Do-it-yourself Beauty Tips. Audience members may be invited on stage to help demonstrate a Lutheran exercise routine using dish towels, or to compete for cans of corn in the fast-paced game show “Potluck.” Tickets: $30-$38, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800-982-2787 or ticketmaster.com.

Acting Fun for Little Ones is an introduction to acting, theatre and using your imagination. Over the course of the class, kids participate in a variety of acting games, art activities, rehearsal and perform on the main stage for the public. Instructor/Director: Laura Velishek. General admission seating. Suggested donation $5.

through Feb. 14, Tu/W/Th 1pm, F 1 and 7:30pm, Sa 3pm, Su 2pm Ames Center, Burnsville

Monica Bill Barnes and Company Happy Hour

Feb. 7-8, 6:30 and 8:30pm Sheldon Theatre, Red Wing

This immersive dance-theater show finds the cringe-worthy humor and life-changing pathos in an after work get-together. Two men, played by women, attempt to bluster and seduce their way through an office party, with hilarious and poignant results. It’s a subversive move, leading audiences to question expectations of women on stage with a free drink in their hands and microwave popcorn flying through the air. This special, site-specific event is performed in the Sheldon’s 3rd-floor studio. The event runs approximately 60 minutes, and space is limited to 50 audience members per showing. Tickets: $20, available at sheldontheatre.org. Translations

Feb. 8 and 13-15, 7:30pm; Feb. 9, 6pm; Feb. 15, 2pm Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf College, Northfield

Written by Brian Friel, directed by Peter Christian Hansen. Ireland in 1833 is at a moment of historic change and an ancient culture and language are about to be swept away. A national education system, with English as the official language, is to replace the rural, Irish-speaking, Classics-loving hedge-schools of the villages whose very names are to be Anglicized by the British dispatched to the area. Against this 19th-century backdrop, age-old stories of loyalty, conquest and tragic love unfold in all their beauty and heartbreak. Tickets: $10, available at 507-786-3332.

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Feb. 8, 11am Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault

Magic School Bus

Feb. 11, 10am and 1pm Sheldon Theatre, Red Wing

When the class gets lost on the way to the planetarium, Ms. Frizzle saves the day by blasting into outer space for an epic interplanetary field trip. Hop on the Magic School Bus for a ride in this new musical adaptation based on the original book series published by Scholastic. Limited seating. Approximate running time is 60 minutes. Recommended for grades K through 5. Tickets: $11 or $6 youth, available at sheldontheatre.org. Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus

Feb. 13, 8pm Ames Center, Burnsville

This Off-Broadway hit comedy is a one-man fusion of theater and stand-up, based on the New York Times #1 best-selling book of the last decade by John Gray. Moving swiftly through a series of vignettes, the show covers everything from dating and marriage to the bedroom. This hysterical show will have couples elbowing each other all evening as they see themselves on stage. Sexy and fast-paced, this show is definitely for adults, but will leave audiences laughing and giggling like little kids. It’s a great recipe for a date night: a little storytelling blended with some comedy and a dash of sage wisdom from the book. Tickets: $60, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800-982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. Everybody Loves Opal

Feb. 14-16, 21-23, F/Sa 6pm dinner – 7:30pm show, Su 11:30am lunch – 1pm show Artisan Plaza, Cannon Falls

Cannon Community Theater presents this play by John Patrick, directed by Chuck Bracken. Dinner theater with an Italian buffet. Tickets: $49 evening performances, $35 matinees, available at cannonab.com.

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Defeat of Groundhog Days with Matt Arthur & the Bratlanders

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Super Bowl on the Big Screen

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Frothy Band

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Cannon Valley Makers Meetup

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Quiz Night

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Preschool-8th Grade Open House • 6-7:30pm

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St. Dominic School, Northfield

Meet the teachers and tour the school. Magician performance at 6:30pm. More at schoolofstdominic.org.

The last days of January…

Bingo • 6:30pm

THURSDAY, JANUARY 30

Red Fox Tavern, Lakeville

Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm

Commanders Coffee • 10am

Tanzenwald Brewing, Northfield

Northfield VFW

Have coffee with some of the bravest veterans of foreign wars. Public welcome. Public Open Skate • 11:30am-1pm

Skoglund Center, St. Olaf College, Northfield

Free for St. Olaf students, faculty and staff. Must present ID. $2 for spouses and dependents of St. Olaf faculty, staff, Emerita and alumni with recreation passes. $5 general public. Ice skates available for rental.

Bring your instrument or your dancing shoes. Beginners, experts, musicians and listeners are all welcome – the more, the merrier. Contact Reid at henderswood@gmail.com for more info. Trivia Mafia – Trivia Night • 7-9pm 10,000 Drops Craft Distillers, Faribault

Team Trivia • 7-9pm

Tilion Brewing Company, Cannon Falls

Theater: The Looney Lutherans in Livin’ La Vida Lutheran • 1pm

Songwriter Night and Open Mic • 7-10pm

Ames Center, Burnsville

The Music Space, Owatonna

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Cowaroke • 9-11:30pm

Succulents & Wine • 4-8pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield

Vintage Escapes Winery, Kilkenny

Plant a succulent and drink some wine. Cost: $10 for the container, soil and one succulent. Additional succulents $3. Must preregister on Facebook or at hillsidegardencenter.rocks/class-schedule. Arrive any time between 4 and 8pm.

Karaoke • 9pm

Northfield Chamber of Commerce Meeting and Business Recognition Banquet • 5-9pm

Bring a project and share in the fun. Free.

Armory Square, Northfield

Celebrate the selection of Business Person of the Year, Business of the Year and Ambassador of the Year. The Chamber will also honor its outgoing and incoming board members, highlight the accomplishments of 2019 and outline the 20202021 strategic plan, goals, strategies and tasks. 5-6pm social hour, 6-7pm dinner, 7-9pm program. Tickets: $40. Register at northfieldchamber.com.

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

FRIDAY, JANUARY 31 Open Stitching • 10am-12pm Northfield Yarn

Theater: The Looney Lutherans in Livin’ La Vida Lutheran • 1 and 7:30pm Ames Center, Burnsville

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Dungeons & Dragons • 4-6pm

Bunday Room, Northfield Public Library

For teens, middle school and up, drop-in for D&D. Players and onlookers welcome.

Bar Bingo • 6pm Northfield VFW

Katy Vernon in Concert • 6-7pm

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HAPPENINGS Friday, January 31, continued

Chris Koza • 7:30pm

Acoustic Music • 4-8pm

A 2001 St. Olaf graduate and 2005 Minnesota Music Award Best New Act winner. “He’s got a voice that’s reminiscent of a young Paul Simon and his music comfortably rides the line between pop and folk, boasting immediately memorable music matched against image-rich lyrics.” – Joe Nickell, The Missoulian. Tickets: $15 members, $20 non-members, $10 students, available at the box office, 507-332-7372 or paradisecenterforthearts.org/ purchase-tickets.

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

Friday Pizza Night: Ted Hajnasiewicz • 4-8pm

The Low Down, Armory Square, Northfield

Live music 5:30-7:30pm. Ted Hajnasiewicz is constantly composing, learning, listening, playing and singing. He sings songs that entertain and tell stories that engage the listener. Made-to-order pizza by Cafe Shawn and a full bar offering a selection of wines, beers, cocktails and non-alcoholic options. All ages welcome. Winter Dance Pre-Party • 6-7:30pm The Contented Cow, Northfield

Learn some rock ‘n’ roll dance steps circa late 1950s and meet some of the musicians who will be performing at the Winter Dance Party the following night. There will also be a quiz on the 1950s and a few surprises. Luke Smith • 6:30-8:30pm

Vintage Escapes Winery, Kilkenny

Singer/songwriter from Faribault playing pop and folk music including covers and originals. He briefly attended McNally Smith College of Music where he discovered a passion for songwriting. In 2017 he was nominated for “Best Solo Performer” by SouthernMinn Scene magazine. More at lukesmith.bandcamp.com.

Bridge Over Troubled Water: Simon & Garfunkel Tribute • 7:30pm Lakeville Area Arts Center

Don’t miss Collective Unconscious, along with a live orchestra, as they present Simon & Garfunkel’s album Bridge Over Troubled Water in its entirety. Jeff Engholm, Muggsy Lauer and George Maurer are bringing a full horn section and string quartet for this iconic show. Tickets: $31-$35, available at 952-985-4640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com. Bipolar Vortex • 8-11pm Reunion Stage, Northfield

Northfield’s Steve Paoli leads his latest music project presenting an evening of classic pop, rock, country and blues tunes from the ’60s, ’70s, ’80s and ’90s.

Bar Bingo • 7pm

Rhino • 9:30pm-1:30am

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

A high-energy Twin Cities band playing a wide variety of modern, alternative, ’80s and classic rock with twists of country and other surprises splashed in.

Aaron Scherz and John Frinzi • 7-9:30pm Chart House, Lakeville

Nashville singer/songwriter Aaron Scherz and Florida-based John Frinzi present an acoustic evening of music. Donations for this non-profit event go to MN Zoo World of Birds, Midwest Avian Rescue and Huntington’s Disease. $20 per person at the door. Special drinks and appetizers will be available.

DJ • 10:30pm-close Grampa Al’s, Faribault

Phil and Sherry • 7-10pm

Tanzenwald Brewing Co., Northfield

Folk/country/bluegrass.

Texas Hold ’Em • 7:30pm Northfield VFW

Northfield Garden Club

SELF DOG WASH $15 per dog 1/2 hour limit

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Luncheon

February 11 • 12:00 pm

Valhalla Room, St. Olaf College Topic: The Guide to Humane Critter Control

Speaker & Author: Theresa Rooney

Friends & family welcome! Members and guest send your non-refundable advance payment of $20 to Northfield Garden Club Treasurer by February 4 - 2128 Taylor Court, Northfield, MN 55057.

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, February 1, continued

All Request Dance Party • 9:30pm-close

Daddy Daughter Dance • 6-8pm

Hosted by KDWB’s Zach Dillon. DJ, dancing and never a cover.

Northfield Area YMCA

This is a young girl’s prom night with lights, dancing and cake. For girls ages 3-12 and their father or other male adult. $27 per couple and $10 per additional child for members, $37 per couple and $13 per additional child for non-members. Ashes for April • 6-9pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls

Four guys, six acoustic instruments and retro pop songs. Includes Lincoln Ashbury (acoustic guitar, mandolin, vocals), Chubby Ashton (upright bass, vocals), Rocco C’Ash (drums, percussion) and Mickey Mash (acoustic guitar, banjo, vocals). Defeat of Groundhog Days with Matt Arthur & the Bratlanders • 7-10pm Imminent Brewing, Northfield

Rootsy Americana, country-folk and fire-breathing rock ‘n’ roll. Matt Arthur (vocals, acoustic guitar, banjo), Don Bratland (electric guitar, harmonica, banjo), Doug Bratland (bass guitar, mandolin) and Joel Beithon (drums and percussion).

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Class: Yoga on Tap • 10:45-11:45am Imminent Brewing, Northfield

Connecting Northfield through community, yoga and beer. $10. Bring your mat and water, enjoy a free beer or soda. Exhibit Reception: The Color of Joy: Gail Thompson, Painting • 1-4pm Owatonna Arts Center

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Open Stage Acoustic Jam • 1:30-4:30pm The Music Space, Owatonna

Bring your instrument and song book or use one provided. Join others playing or start an acoustic jam on the open stage with mics and a P.A. Theater: The Looney Lutherans in Livin’ La Vida Lutheran • 2pm Ames Center, Burnsville

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Andy Tackett • 2-5pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls

Playing popular cover songs from many genres, Tackett’s performances are sure to hit your nostalgia button. Expect everything from the Little River Band, England Dan and John Ford Coley to Johnny Cash and Glen Campbell.

Tribute to John Mellencamp feat. Rumble Seat • 7-10:30pm Olde Pine Theatre, Pine Island

This nine-piece band complete with fiddle and pedal steel will pay homage to his many hits through the years. Tickets: $18 advance, $20 at the door, $15 students/youth, available at oldepinetheatre.com. Winter Dance Party • 7-11:30pm The Contented Cow, Northfield

It was the winter of 1959, at the height of that new music called rock ‘n’ roll. A Winter Dance Party was touring the upper Midwest featuring Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, Dion and the Belmonts and the Big Bopper. In the first days of February, just after playing the Surf Ballroom, 100 miles south of Northfield in Clear Lake, Iowa, Holly, Valens and the Bopper all died in a plane crash. The Winter Dance Party in Northfield annually celebrates the sound and style of the legendary music makers of this era as interpreted by local musicians. Forrest and the Rangers and other local musicians will perform. Leo Kottke • 7:30pm

Sheldon Theatre, Red Wing

Exhibit Artist Reception: “The North American Indian” Edward S. Curtis Photographic Exhibit • 2-5pm Montgomery Arts & Heritage Center

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Sunday Jazz Jam • 4-5:30pm

Hot Spot Music Studio, Northfield

Open to musicians of all ages and abilities, this jam is a perfect way to run through standard charts in a low-key, laid-back setting. Charts will be provided for everyone to follow along. It’s a spiritual experience. More at hotspotmusic.org.

Super Bowl on the Big Screen • 5:30-9pm

Leo Kottke’s unique performances showcase his virtuosic playing as well as his quirky humor. Kottke is known across the nation for his impressive body of work and a simply stunning fingerpicking style that has won him two Grammy nominations. His sound draws inspiration from folk, blues and jazz. Tickets: $31-$36, available at sheldontheatre.org.

Imminent Brewing, Northfield

Midnight Limited • 8-11pm

Ukulele Jam Session • 10-11:30am

Corks & Pints, Faribault

Classic rock from the ’70s to the ’90s with a splash of country thrown in.

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Trivia • 7pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield

General knowledge with a twist. $1/person entry fee.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3 FiftyNorth, Northfield

$1 drop-in fee. Led by Bob Waldron.

Art with Heart • 6-8pm

MN Sinfonia Workshop • 7pm

Get creative with pens, paper and paint. This two-hour artist-led workshop will be a group effort in designing and producing valentines that are unique and made with your loving hands. This event is a collaboration with the Northfield Arts Guild and is for teens, middle to high school.

Minnesota Sinfonia Orchestra Conductor Jay Fishman and Violin Concert Master Julia Persitz will present an interactive workshop demonstrating how the violin makes sound, how musicians organize music and the different types of sounds that help to shape the character, emotions and feelings of music. Free to attend, RSVP at sheldontheatre.org/ participate/outreach-activities.

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One-Day Workshop: Portrait Drawing • 6:30-8:30pm Northfield Arts Guild

Learn and practice the skills of portraiture. Choose from a two-hour workshop Feb. 3 or a four-hour session Feb. 8 – or both. $18 members or $20 non-members for two hours, $36 members or $40 non-members for four hours. Northern Roots Session • 7pm The Contented Cow, Northfield

Carbone’s, Northfield

Sheldon Theatre, Red Wing

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4 Theater: The Looney Lutherans in Livin’ La Vida Lutheran • 1pm Ames Center, Burnsville

See theater page.

Community Café • 5-6pm

Cathedral of Our Merciful Saviour, Faribault

Come for a hearty meal (no matter your circumstances), for companionship, to volunteer or to build community. Meals are served unless weather forces schools to close. Look for the “welcome” sign at the entrance. Building community a meal at a time. Class: Art and Wine Night • 6:30pm

Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

HideAway Coffeehouse & Wine Bar, Northfield

Northfield VFW

Learn to paint and enjoy a glass of wine to get the creative juices flowing. $26/painter, includes materials and instruction. RSVP.

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Great Shot! • 5:30-7:30pm Contented Cow, Northfield

Need to have affordable, professional photos taken of your artwork? Dan Iverson of Anthologie will have his professional setup at the Cow, ready to photograph artwork (measuring up to 60"x60") for a super rate of $15 per final, edited photograph – (three photo minimum). Space is limited and interested artists must reserve their 15- or 30-minute slots by email to heather@northfieldartsguild.org or 507-645-8877 x4. Artists are encouraged to hang out and network with other artists while Iverson is photographing. Wine Club Tasting • 6-8pm

Celts Pub & Grill Banquet Room, Farmington

Free admission for Wine Club members, $3 at the door for non-members. First Thursday Pub Night: Relativity the Band • 6-9pm Lakeville Area Arts Center

Relativity is a Northfield band that combines outstanding vocals, guitar, mandolin and fiddle to create a fun and eclectic musical performance. The band is made up of Toby Jensen, Sandy Jensen and Mike Hildebrandt, a Minnesota Rock & Country Music Hall of Fame fiddle player. The band occasionally features other Minnesota guest musicians such as Mark Allen, Russ Baldwin and Marv Gohman. Tickets: $8, available at 952-985-4640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com.

Bar Bingo • 6pm Northfield VFW

Bingo • 6:30pm

Red Fox Tavern, Lakeville

One-Day Workshop: Afro-Latin Collision for Teens 6:30-8pm Northfield Arts Guild

Join Rita Gomez for this exciting new mash-up workshop where you’ll put fresh moves to the driving electronic beats for Afropop. $13.50 members, $15 non-members. Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm Tanzenwald Brewing, Northfield

Team Trivia • 7-9pm

Tilion Brewing Company, Cannon Falls

Oldies Cowaroke • 7-9pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield

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HAPPENINGS Thursday, February 6, continued Songwriter Night and Open Mic • 7-10pm The Music Space, Owatonna

Rachel Schroeder hosts an open mic night featuring touring and regional songwriters. Open mic and stage for aspiring songwriters, plus collaboration opportunities.

Theater: The Looney Lutherans in Livin’ La Vida Lutheran • 1 and 7:30pm Ames Center, Burnsville

See theater page.

Wine Tasting: France • 3-6pm MGM Wine & Spirits, Dundas

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

Tasting French wines can, at times be a bit…intimidating. This tasting will be a simple and enjoyable first step into the immense “Culture du Vin” that may be daunting but is oh so tasty. Free and open to anyone over 21.

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Cowaroke • 9-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield

Karaoke • 9pm

Open Stitching • 10am-12pm Northfield Yarn

Bring a project and share in the fun. Free. Sacred Drumming Circle • 11:45am-12:30pm FiftyNorth, Northfield

$1 drop-in fee. A limited number of drums are available so bring your own if you have one. All are welcome. Led by Marj Schramm. February Concert: Sprig of That • 12pm Atrium, Northfield Public Library

Free live music.

Faribault Home & Garden show • 3-7pm Shop, discuss, learn and plan. More than 50 vendors, exclusive home show prizes and giveaways and free admission. Feb. 7-8. Friday Pizza Night: Randall Ferguson • 4-8pm The Low Down, Armory Square, Northfield

Live music 5:30-7:30pm: Randall Ferguson presents classical and flamenco guitar (banjo and Renaissance lute) on antique and modern instruments that date from 1785, 1835 and 1898 to present. Made-to-order pizza by Cafe Shawn and a full bar offering a selection of wines, beers, cocktails and non-alcoholic options – along with an acoustic music performance by some of the region’s best talents. All ages welcome.

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Acoustic Music • 4-8pm

Winter Wonderland Daddy Daughter Dance • 6-8pm

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

Rosemount Community Center

Anime & Manga Club for Teens • 5-6pm Bunday Room, Northfield Public Library

Meet with others who share your interests, snack, chat about the manga you’re reading, watch some anime and more. First Friday Art Night • 5-9pm Downtown Northfield

Art and performances of all kinds including poetry readings, live music, community coloring, dance, photography, acrylic painting, cinematography, Haidong Gumdo, visual art, belly dancing, sidewalk poetry, improv, MN Art Truck and more. Free. More at downtownnorthfield.org. Peter Klug • 5:30-8:30pm

Vintage Escapes Winery, Kilkenny

A singer/songwriter presenting a passionate performance of solo acoustic originals and covers including a wide variety of music from old country like Waylon Jennings, Marty Robbins and Conway Twitty to older rock ‘n’ roll of Elvis, Tom Petty, Santana and Led Zeppelin to the music of Stone Temple Pilots, Train, Dave Matthews Band, Matchbox Twenty and more. More at peterklugmusic.com.

A magical evening to make wonderful memories while dancing to upbeat music, participating in fun activities, creating crafts and enjoying a special visit by Elsa. Girls along with dad, uncle, grandfather or other male role model will enjoy a winter wonderland-themed event. Dress in your favorite fancy attire. Theater: Monica Bill Barnes and Company Happy Hour • 6:30 and 8:30pm Sheldon Theatre, Red Wing

See theater page.

Matthew Griswold • 6:30-9:30pm Imminent Brewing, Northfield

Matthew Griswold presents bone-shakin’ voodoo grooves, keeping toes tappin’ and hands clappin’ all night long. His brand of foot-stompin’ folk-rock pays tribute to the Delta blues with a side order of thistle and shamrock. Expect a repertoire of classic covers, reinvented traditionals and well-crafted originals. Stargazing Open House • 7pm

Goodsell Observatory, Carleton, Northfield

Monthly every first Friday when skies are clear. Join Carleton’s resident astronomers to view the moon, stars, planets and nebulae. The event will be canceled at the last minute if cloudy. Dress for the weather, since you’ll either use a telescope outside or in the domes, which are not heated.

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Second Saturdays Open Mic • 5-7pm

Junk FM • 9:30pm-1:30am Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

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Perform on stage in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. Stretch your comfort zone or get ready for that next big gig. Suggested donation: $5 (supports arts activities).

DJ • 10:30pm-close

Faribault Flannel Formal • 5-10pm

Hot Spot Music Studio, Northfield

10,000 Drops Craft Distillers, Faribault

Grampa Al’s, Faribault

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8 Faribault Home & Garden show • 9am-5pm Faribo West Mall

Shop, discuss, learn and plan. More than 50 vendors, exclusive home show prizes and giveaways and free admission. Feb. 7-8.

The most flannel fun you’ll have all year. Live music, collectible glass, hotdish competition, lumberjack games and more. Tickets $20. More info at faribaultmainstreet.org.

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Matt Browne is a solo acoustic artist from Winona. His unique blend of country-Americana-pop can be heard on his debut EP titled Finding My Way, now available on music streaming services including iTunes, Apple Music, Amazon Music and Spotify.

Winter Farmer’s Market • 1-4pm

Theater: Monica Bill Barnes and Company Happy Hour • 6:30 and 8:30pm

Open Stitching • 10am-12pm Northfield Yarn

Bring a project and share in the fun. Free. Theater: Acting Fun for Little Ones Performance • 11am See theater page.

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault

Summer might be over, but your food can still be fresh and local. Support local farmers and bakers who provide fresh produce, eggs, honey, maple syrup, preserves and artisan-baked goods. One-Day Workshop: Portrait Drawing • 1-5pm Northfield Arts Guild

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls

Vinnie Rose is the Midwest’s premier “live-looping” acoustic guitarist and vocalist. Using a looping effects pedal, Rose layers rhythm guitar, bass and other tracks in real time. Accompanied with a 3¼-octave vocal range and melodic guitar solos, Rose’s live one-man-band show has become a very popular Midwest act. He welcomes song requests from the audience and loves interacting with a crowd.

Sheldon Theatre, Red Wing

See theater page.

Frothy Band • 7-10pm

Imminent Brewing, Northfield

The Frothy Band is Laura MacKenzie, Matt and Paul Wehling, Mary Vanorny and Tom Klein. Affectionately combining the name of one of the greatest traditional Irish bands in history (The Bothy Band) with some finely-poured tap beers (producing froth) from Imminent Brewing, this collaboration brings you jigs, reels, hornpipes, songs and more played on flute, fiddle, mandolin, uilleann pipes and bouzouki. Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing • 7-10pm Signature Bar & Grill, Faribault

Classic swing tunes elegantly done, with dancing, food and refreshments. Special guest: Barb Piper. Theater: Translations • 7:30pm

Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf College, Northfield

Bar Bingo • 3pm Northfield VFW

See theater page.

Theater: The Looney Lutherans in Livin’ La Vida Lutheran • 3pm

All Request Dance Party • 9:30pm-close

Ames Center, Burnsville

See theater page.

Tiger Ries • 3-6pm

Tilion Brewing, Cannon Falls Don’t let looks fool you, folks. Tiger Ries is one of the top vocalists you will have the pleasure of hearing sing anything from classic rock to smooth, sexy ballads.

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Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

Hosted by KDWB’s Zach Dillon. DJ, dancing and never a cover.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Class: Yoga on Tap • 10:45-11:45am Imminent Brewing, Northfield

Connecting Northfield through community, yoga and beer. $10. Bring your mat and water, enjoy a free beer or soda.

Cannon Valley Makers Meetup • 1-3pm

Quiz Night • 5-7pm

Bring something to work on, bring something you’ve made, bring questions about Cannon Valley Makers or just come and hang out with other creative, interesting people.

$5/team, up to four members. Sweet, beery prizes will be won.

Imminent Brewing, Northfield

Open Stage Acoustic Jam • 1:30-4:30pm The Music Space, Owatonna

Join others playing or start an acoustic jam on the open stage with mics and a P.A. Theater: The Looney Lutherans in Livin’ La Vida Lutheran • 2pm Ames Center, Burnsville

See theater page.

Dakota Valley Symphony Ode to Joy • 3pm Ames Center, Burnsville

A Beethoven birthday celebration. St. Olaf Band Home Concert • 3:30-5:30pm Skoglund Center, St. Olaf College, Northfield

Following its tour through California, the St. Olaf Band, conducted by Timothy Mahr, presents its home concert. The program features works by David Maslanka, John Philip Sousa, Claudio Monteverdi and St. Olaf alumni Jocelyn Hagen and Jonathan Bartz, as well as Mahr’s composition Imagining Peace. Sunday Jazz Jam • 4-5:30pm

Hot Spot Music Studio, Northfield

Imminent Brewing, Northfield

Theater: Translations • 6pm

Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf College, Northfield

See theater page.

Minnesota Sinfonia with Maestro Jay Fishman and special guest Pianist Loren Fishman • 7pm Sheldon Theatre, Red Wing

This classical program features mixed repertoire including Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony, Beethoven’s Third Piano Concerto with guest soloist Loren Fishman, a new commission for the Sinfonia by a Minnesota composer and The Great Gate of Kiev from Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, performed with local guest musicians. Tickets: $20, available at sheldontheatre.org. Trivia • 7pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield

General knowledge with a twist. $1/person entry fee.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Ukulele Jam Session • 10-11:30am

Open to musicians of all ages and abilities. Charts provided. It’s a spiritual experience. More at hotspotmusic.org.

FiftyNorth, Northfield

$1 drop-in fee. Led by Bob Waldron.

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HAPPENINGS Monday, February 10, continued Bingo • 7pm

Carbone’s, Northfield

Cribbage Tourney • 7pm Northfield VFW

Northern Roots Session • 7pm The Contented Cow, Northfield

An informal weekly gathering of musicians to play acoustic music with roots in the north, particularly Nordic countries. Participants and listeners of all ages and levels of experience are welcome. Faculty Recital: Christopher Atzinger, Piano • 7-8pm Urness Recital Hall, St. Olaf College, Northfield

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11 Theater: Magic School Bus • 10am and 1pm Sheldon Theatre, Red Wing

See theater page.

Northfield Garden Club Luncheon • 12pm Valhalla Room, St. Olaf College, Northfield

Topic: Guide to Humane Critter Control with speaker and author Theresa Rooney. Friends and family welcome. Admission is $20, to be sent to the Northfield Garden Club Treasurer by Feb. 4 at 2128 Taylor Court, Northfield, MN 55057.

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Theater: The Looney Lutherans in Livin’ La Vida Lutheran • 1pm Ames Center, Burnsville

See theater page.

Community Café • 5-6pm

Cathedral of Our Merciful Saviour, Faribault

Second Tuesdays (AKA Twosdays). Doors at 6pm, presentation at 6:30pm, mingle until 9pm. The HideAway will deliver food to Imminent at 6pm with orders placed before 5:30pm. Use Cloosiv, an online order app, and code ZE-KW9Y for 50% off your first order. Content Book Club • 7pm

Content Bookstore, Northfield

Folk Jam w/Helen Forsythe • 7-8:30pm Hot Spot Music Studio, Northfield

Hot Spot Music’s resident banjo instructor Helen Forsythe hosts a lightly facilitated bluegrass and old-time jam (all instruments welcome, but banjos guaranteed).

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Farmington 612/339-0222 distinctivecateringandevents.com Aligning impeccable service with incredible food for your event. Complete customization of appetizers, food stations, meals, desserts, and late-night snacks.

Farmington 612/332-7571 thislittlepiggycatering.com The premier outdoor caterer since 1979. Their specialty is pig roasting but they offer a full menu of classics and homestyle food with a chef touch.

Cafe Shawn

at the Armory Low Down 519 Division St. S, Northfield facebook.com/cafeshawn Chef-driven menu issuing fresh, local & seasonal foods. Open for Friday Pizza Nights 4-8pm and Sunday brunch 9:30am-1pm.

Farmington 612/339-0222 apples2applescatering.com Offering an ethical farm to table concept using healthy ingredients from local farms across MN and WI. Organic, grass-fed, free-range, and sustainable options served eco-friendly.

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Northfield Liquor Store 116 5th St. W., Northfield 507/645-5153 Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great selection of wines and spirits. Wine club open to the public.

MGM Wine & Spirits

420 Schilling Dr. N., Dundas 507/366-6460 mgmwineandspirits.com A locally owned and operated franchise, hosting the largest beer cooler in town, and committed to offering a great selection at a reasonable price.

Vintage Escapes Winery

8950 Dodd Rd., Kilkenny vintageescapeswinery.com Stunning lake country winery with beautiful outdoor patio serving a variety of wines crafted from locally grown fruit. Live music most weekends. See our website or Facebook for events.

Contented Cow Pub & Patio

302B Division St. S., Northfield contentedcow.com British-style pub with a variety of light meals and appetizers to share. 13 taps of craft beer, wine and spirits. Live music and more. Open daily at 3pm.

Keepsake Cidery 4609 135th St. E., Dundas keepsakecidery.com 413/552-8872

100% craft cider. Local apples. Orchard-based. Minnesota made. Visit us on Facebook for current hours and events.

Tanzenwald

Brewing Company 103 Water St. N., Northfield tanzenwald.com Where beer takes a non-stylistic, flavor-based approach and the taproom menu is globally influenced and locally sourced. Up-to-date info and other fun facts on the website.

The HideAway

Coffeehouse & Wine Bar 421 Division St., Northfield thehideawaynorthfield.com 507/664-0400 Bistro atmosphere serving unique appetizers and sandwiches. Coffee drinks, wine and beer specialties.

Gran Plaza Mexican Grill

2018 Jefferson Rd., Ste. G, Northfield 507/366-1862 520 Central Ave., Faribault 507/333-1344 A richly varied menu offering authentic Mexican cuisines.

Imminent Brewing

519 Division St., Unit 2, Northfield 507/649-9148 â&#x20AC;˘ imminentbrewing.com Production brewery and taproom featuring local food and live music, brewing delicious, fresh and local beers using local ingredients. Voted Chamber of Commerce 2017 Business of the Year!

L&M Bar & Grill

224 Railway St. N, Dundas 507/645-8987 Burgers, beer, pizza, breakfast cooked to order and daily lunch and dinner specials. The friendly place to go to in Dundas.

The Ole Store Restaurant 1011 St. Olaf Ave., Northfield 507/786-9400 olestorerestaurant.com Upscale casual contemporary menu with all the charm of a neighborhood location.

Northfield Golf Club

707 Prairie St., Northfield northfieldgolfclub.com 507/645-4026 Enjoy a fantastic dinner while you take in beautiful golf course views. Open to the public and perfect for parties of 30-100.

James Gang

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Hogan Brothers

2018 Jefferson Rd. H, Northfield 507/663-6060 jamesgangcoffeehouse.com Breakfast. Lunch. Smoothies. Coffee. Online ordering, online menu. Stop in or drive through.

415 Division St., Northfield 507/645-6653 • hoganbros.com Serving soup and sandwiches in a lively and comfortable atmosphere, with bread and pastries baked from scratch, for 25 years. Also serving ice cream, espresso and craft beers.

Brick Oven Bakery

Quality Bakery

158 Water St., Northfield 507/645-9517 • brickovenbakery.com House-made bakery and café items: full coffee bar, hearth and pan breads, caramel rolls and other pastries, soups, salads and sandwiches.

Kahlo

306 Division St. S, Northfield 507/321-1884 kahloandmariascatering@gmail.com A new restaurant in downtown Northfield offering modern Mexican cuisine from Maria’s Catering & Taco Hut Concessions. Maria’s still offers full-service catering for any event.

Just Food Co-op

516 Water St. S, Northfield 507/650-0106 • justfood.coop Community-owned grocery store proudly offering locally sourced foods daily in the deli.

Quarterback Club

116 3rd St. W., Northfield 507/645-7886 House specialties include broasted chicken, BBQ ribs and flame-broiled hamburgers.

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Stir Confections

1223 4th St. S, Cannon Falls 651/829-1138 • artisanplaza.com One-stop dining and shopping! Featuring Falls Landing, Oly’s Roadhouse, an artisan market and deli, on-site butcher, destination patio, and event hall.

410 Division St., Northfield 507/645-8392 Custom cakes, homemade breads, donuts, pies, cookies, espresso, lunch and more.

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Keepsake Cidery: Snow Day Cider Release – 12-6pm Snowshoe & Ski Yeti Sled Races Toasties & Cider

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Armory Square: Yeti Storytime – 10am Snow Ball “A Prom for All” (21+) – 7pm

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13

Open Mic Night • 7pm-12am

Commanders Coffee • 10am

Come one, come all. Can you sing? Do magic? Comedy? Poetry? Show the world your talent.

Have coffee with some of the bravest veterans of foreign wars. Public welcome.

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

Northfield VFW

Acoustic Jam Session • 8-10pm

Public Open Skate • 11:30am-1pm

Every Tuesday night show up with your unplugged instrument of choice and jam – or just show up and listen.

The Contented Cow, Northfield

Trivia Tuesday • 8-9:30pm

Tanzenwald Brewing Co., Northfield

Skoglund Center, St. Olaf, Northfield

Theater: The Looney Lutherans in Livin’ La Vida Lutheran • 1pm

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12

Ames Center, Burnsville

Theater: The Looney Lutherans in Livin’ La Vida Lutheran • 1pm

See theater page.

Ames Center, Burnsville

Faribault Ukulele Network (F.U.N.) Jam Sessions • 6-7:15pm

See theater page.

Buckham Memorial Library, Faribault

Bar Bingo • 6:30pm

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

Thirteen games total with one progressive jackpot at the final game. Card sale starts at 6:15pm.

Jam sessions for ukulele players 16 and older. Participants must bring a ukulele, a tuner and music stand and must know how to play at least five ukulele chords.

Irish Set Dance Class • 7-8:30pm

Bar Bingo • 6pm

Instructor Frank Daly will teach new dances each Wednesday through Mar. 25. Cost: $9 per night. Bring shoes to change into. Leather-soled shoes recommended. Singles welcome. Email dalydude55@gmail.com for more info.

Bingo • 6:30pm

Northfield VFW

FiftyNorth, Northfield

Dolly, Patsy, Loretta: The Legendary Ladies of Country • 7:30pm Ames Center, Burnsville

Celebrate three decades of iconic songs from Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton. An unforgettable evening of live music featuring their number-one hits: I Will Always Love You, Jolene, I Fall to Pieces, Coal Miner’s Daughter and more. Tickets: $30-$40, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800-982-2787 or ticketmaster.com.

Red Fox Tavern, Lakeville

Adult Night Out Moonlight Snowshoe • 6:30-8:30pm River Bend Nature Center, Faribault

Go for a luminary-lit snowshoe walk and then warm up by the fire with s’mores and hot chocolate. Pre-registration recommended at rbnc.org. Open to adults. $5 members, $10 non-members.

Sweetheart Frame Event

Friday, February 28, 1:30–5:00 p.m.

Featuring Seraphin Luxury Eyewear and Scojo New York Readers by OGI

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Make it a Valentine Date Night!

Enjoy dinner at Bridget’s Cafe, followed by reserved seating at the Concert. February 14 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are limited. Ticket Price: $25 • Dinner & Ticket: $48 Tickets at: https://zaac.org/state-theatre or at box office

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Roses are red, Violets are blue, Quality Bakery is here for you. Make it a sweet day! Owners: Doug & Sue (Klinkhammer) Ouimette

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Northfield’s Premier Tattoo Studio 515 Division Street South • 507.403.9677

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More info & tickets available at: (507) 332-7372 paradisecenterforthearts.org 321 Central Ave N · Faribault

Gallery Exhibit: Lake Country Pastel Society, Roberto Escamilla, & Laura Rezac Opening Reception: February 21 • 5-7pm Exhibit runs through March 28. Sponsored by C&S Vending

These Shining Lives

Presented by The Merlin Players

Chris Koza Friday, January 31 • 7:30pm

Made possible by a Minnesota State Arts Tour Grant Sponsored by Crossroads Professional Building Southern Heights Dental & Richie Eye Clinic

Dance Party Reunion: A Salute to Buddy Holly and Friends! Friday, February 7 • 7:30pm Sponsored by KGPCo

February 21, 22, 27-29 at 7:30pm February 23 at 2:00pm Directed by Julianna Skluzacek • Written by Melanie Marnich

ComedySportz March 6 • 7:30pm

RATED E FOR EVERYONE! Sponsored by Crossroads Professional Building Southern Heights Dental & Richie Eye Clinic These activities are made possible in part by a grant provided by the Minnesota State Arts Board through an appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature from the State’s general fund and its arts and cultural heritage fund with money from the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008.

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Theater: Translations • 2 and 7:30pm

Texas Hold ’Em • 7:30pm

See theater page.

Northfield VFW

Southern MN Songwriter Showcase • 8-10pm The Contented Cow, Northfield

The Tony Rook Band • 8-11pm Reunion Stage, Northfield

A quartet of top-notch musicians led by North Carolina native, Tony Rook. Multi-instrumentalist Rook’s contemporary bluegrass album releases have received national critical acclaim, showcasing his songwriting and performance skills. The band also features talented musicians Brent Fuqua on mandolin and vocals, Terry Johnson on bass and vocals and Graham Sones on banjo and vocals. Together, these consummate musicians take bluegrass to the next level. More at tonyrookmusic.com. Good for Gary • 9:30pm-1:30am Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

This Twin Cities cover band plays current and past dance hits, focusing on the newest Top 40 songs. With a seven-piece lineup, there’s no hip-hop, pop or dance song they can’t cover including Iggy Azalea, Bruno Mars, Taylor Swift and Macklemore. DJ • 10:30pm-close Grampa Al’s, Faribault

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15 Open Stitching • 10am-12pm Northfield Yarn

Bring a project and share in the fun. Free. Love Your Library Fundraiser • 12-5pm Imminent Brewing, Northfield

Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf College, Northfield

Bar Bingo • 3pm Northfield VFW

Tony Williams • 3-6pm

Tilion Brewing, Cannon Falls

Tony Williams’ solo performance features a variety of classical, flamenco and jazz originals as well as some Americana/ classic cover songs. During the summer of 2011 he was voted the winner of KARE 11’s “The Voice: Minnesota” contest. Bruce Burniece • 5:30-8:30pm Vintage Escapes Winery, Kilkenny

With more than 35 years of performance experience, Bruce Burniece presents classic pop rock favorites accompanied by piano and guitar. Dinner Theater: Everybody Loves Opal • 6pm Artisan Plaza, Cannon Falls

See theater page.

Celebrate Love! • 7pm Owatonna Arts Center

A musical Valentine evening with Rebecca Somers and Doug Madow. Featuring Sam Bruegler, Sara Friesen and Tim VanGelder. Tickets: $12, includes appetizers. Wine and beer available for purchase. Latin Dance Night and Love Your Library Fundraiser 7-11:30pm, doors 6:30pm Armory Square, Northfield

A special evening of music, dance, beer and fun. Free Latin dance lessons, kids’ Zumba and live music at 8pm provided by K-Libre 24. Fundraising event benefits the Friends and Foundation of the Library. Tickets: $12 advance, $15 at the door, available online at tinyurl.com/yky85bp7 or at the Northfield Public Library. Children ages 12 and under are free with a paid adult.

Meet & greet with the Friends of the Northfield Public Library – donations accepted. Kids’ Storytime at 2pm.

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by Jan Stevens, Realtor® your income. Write out your financial goals for a year and for longer term. Look for areas where you can reduce your costs to free money up for your needs. You may need to learn new skills, like cooking at home or buying gently used clothing and furniture. There are some good books and websites on these topics. Look for community education programs on these topics. Having a plan can help you gain some personal control over your money. Jan Steven, Realtor® with Coldwell Banker, can be reached at 507-244-0500 or janstevens@realtor.com. Postscript: On Jan. 23, 2020, the company behind the FICO credit scoring that mortgage companies use to decide if customers can borrow for home purchases made a big announcement. Fair Isaac Corporation announced that consumer debt will be considered when scoring potential borrowers. This change will make it even more difficult for potential homeowners to borrow money for buying homes. Your personal money management is critical if you want to purchase your own home.

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Trivia Tuesday • 8-9:30pm

Irish Set Dance Class • 7-8:30pm

Tanzenwald Brewing Co., Northfield

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Artaria Quartet • 8:15-9:30pm

Urness Recital Hall, St. Olaf College, Northfield

The Artaria Quartet will perform Beethoven’s full cycle of String Quartets, spread out over six dates. Ray Shows (violin), Nancy Oliveros (violin), Annalee Wolf (viola) and Patricia Ryan (cello). Feb. 16, 17, 18 and Mar. 29, 30, 31.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Commanders Coffee • 10am Northfield VFW

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19

Have coffee with some of the bravest veterans of foreign wars. Public welcome.

O.W.L.S. Lunch & Learn • 12-2pm

Public Open Skate • 11:30am-1pm

Hear some staggering statistics on human consumption of goods and the best ways to practice the “3 Rs” to reduce our human impact on the environment from Evan Pak, a Minnesota GreenCorps member. This indoor program for seniors starts with a brief reading followed by lunch and a 30-minute program. RSVP by the Friday before the program. $10 members, $12 non-members.

River Bend Nature Center, Faribault

Bar Bingo • 6:30pm

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

Thirteen games total with one progressive jackpot at the final game. Card sale starts at 6:15pm.

Skoglund Center, St. Olaf, Northfield

Uke Can Make Music – Open Ukulele Hours • 1-2, 2-3 and 6-7pm Buckham Memorial Library, Faribault

There will be ukuleles on site and a person on staff to go over the basics and provide additional resources for learning the ukulele. No experience necessary. Bar Bingo • 6pm Northfield VFW

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Northfield Winter Farmers Market • 11:45am-1pm

Randall Ferguson • 6-7pm

Eggs, potatoes, onions and miscellaneous farm-fresh goodies. Third Fridays through April.

Buckham Memorial Library, Faribault

Classical and flamenco guitar (banjo and Renaissance lute) on antique and modern instruments that date from 1785, 1835 and 1898 to present. Bingo • 6:30pm

Red Fox Tavern, Lakeville

Authors Talk: Milestones and Memories of the St. Olaf Band 1891-2018 • 6:30-7:30pm Northfield Historical Society

From a small group of young men who formed the St. Olaf College Cornet Band in 1891 to a 94-piece band that made a concert tour of New Zealand and Australia in 2018, the St. Olaf Band has been on an ascendant path of strong and dynamic musicianship. This definitive account by Susan M. Hvistendahl and Jeffrey M. Sauve covers significant milestones in the history of this well-known musical ensemble. This book has been accepted for inclusion in the collection of the Minnesota Historical Society and can be purchased at the Northfield Historical Society, By All Means Graphics or at byallmeansgraphics.com/books. There will be light refreshments and a book signing after the talk. Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm Tanzenwald Brewing, Northfield

The Grand Event Center, Northfield

Presented by Northfield Liquor Store. Free and open to the public. Trivia Mafia – Trivia Night • 7-9pm 10,000 Drops Craft Distillers, Faribault

Team Trivia • 7-9pm

Tilion Brewing Company, Cannon Falls

Riverside Park, Northfield

Sacred Drumming Circle • 11:45am-12:30pm FiftyNorth, Northfield

$1 drop-in fee. A limited number of drums are available so bring your own if you have one. All are welcome. Led by Marj Schramm. February Concert: Tim Kraack and Tiffany Heaver • 12pm Atrium, Northfield Public Library

Free live music.

Wine Tasting: Germany • 3-6pm MGM Wine & Spirits, Dundas

No one would really argue that the Germans are too laid back and their attention to detail and craftsmanship translates to their wine. To us it may all be Riesling, but in Germany, there are strong differences between Spätlese, Auslese, Kabinett, and so on. Cut through all the jargon and taste for yourself how these subgenres make a world of difference. Free and open to anyone over 21. Acoustic Music • 4-8pm Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

Friday Pizza Night: Randall Ferguson • 4-8pm The Low Down, Armory Square, Northfield

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Exhibit Opening Reception: Lake Country Pastel Society, Roberto Escamilla and Laura Rezac • 5-7pm Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault

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Songwriter Night and Open Mic • 7-10pm

Dinner Theater: Everybody Loves Opal • 6pm

Rachel Schroeder hosts an open mic night featuring touring and regional songwriters. Open mic and stage for aspiring songwriters, plus collaboration opportunities.

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Cowaroke • 9-11:30pm

February Concert: Accidentals and Knights • 7pm

The Music Space, Owatonna

The Contented Cow, Northfield

Karaoke • 9pm

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21

Artisan Plaza, Cannon Falls

Bar Bingo • 7pm

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas Atrium, Northfield Public Library

Free live music.

Expressions Youth Theater: Jungle Book • 7pm Lakeville Area Arts Center

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Open Stitching • 10am-12pm Northfield Yarn

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Symphony Band Concert • 7-8:30pm

Theater: Lend Me a Tenor • 7:30pm

The Carleton Symphony Band, directed by Ron Rodman, performs music from the standard band and wind ensemble repertoire as well as orchestral transcriptions. The program features works from the operatic repertoire transcribed for winds. Featuring soloists Victoria Vargas (mezzo-soprano) and Rick Penning (tenor). The band performs opera excerpts by Mozart, Verdi, Puccini, Wagner, Saint-Saëns and others.

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Kracum Performance Hall, Carleton, Northfield

Exhibit Artist Reception: Hot, Happy Mess: The Dysfunction of Progress • 7-9pm Northfield Arts Guild

Theater: The Odd Couple • 7:30pm Little Theatre of Owatonna

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Theater: These Shining Lives • 7:30pm Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault

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Texas Hold ’Em • 7:30pm Northfield VFW

Artist talk at 7:30pm. See exhibits page.

The Gated Community • 8-11pm

Faculty Recital • 7-9pm

Reunion Stage, Northfield

Urness Recital Hall, St. Olaf College, Northfield

This faculty piano recital will showcase the new Bösendorfer concert grand piano and will feature various faculty members. Fred the Bear • 7-10pm

Imminent Brewing, Northfield

Northfield Arts Guild Theater

Original material from Northfielder Ray Coudret. FTB’s music reflects upon life’s promises and disappointments with a back-beat of driving rhythms. Mixed between original songs is a blend of adult alternative covers from artists you know and artists you’ll be glad to get to know.

A little bit country, a little bit rock ‘n’ roll. Folk rock with a theatrical bent. The Gated Community has distinguished itself as one of Minneapolis’ best. This popular band is celebrating the late-2019 release of their critically acclaimed album, You Won’t Believe Me. More at thegatedcommunity.bandcamp.com. Tim Sigler • 9:30pm-1:30am Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

A country act who plays with various national acts. Whether it’s George Strait, Garth Brooks, Johnny Cash or Keith Urban, Sigler plays favorite country songs. DJ • 10:30pm-close Grampa Al’s, Faribault

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Masopust: The Czech Mardi Gras • 12-5pm

Chinese Ensemble Concert directed by Gao Hong • 3-4:15pm

Music by The Charlie Sticha Band. St. Paul Czech and Slovak folk dancers. Costume ball with prizes awarded. Silent auction 12:30-4pm. King coronation. Czech food including pork and dumplings, available until 4pm. Tickets: $5 adults, free for children under 15.

The Carleton Chinese Music Ensemble performs on traditional bowed strings, plucked strings, winds and percussion instruments. Their repertoire includes Chinese classical, folk, percussion, minority and contemporary music. The Chinese Ensemble Combos will also perform.

American Legion, Montgomery

Open Stage Acoustic Jam • 1:30-4:30pm The Music Space, Owatonna

Bring your instrument and song book or use one provided. Join others playing or start an acoustic jam on the open stage with mics and a P.A. Expressions Youth Theater: Jungle Book • 2pm Lakeville Area Arts Center

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Theater: Lend Me a Tenor • 2pm Northfield Arts Guild Theater

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Theater: The Odd Couple • 2pm Little Theatre of Owatonna

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Theater: These Shining Lives • 2pm Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault

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Kracum Performance Hall, Carleton, Northfield

Sunday Jazz Jam • 4-5:30pm

Hot Spot Music Studio, Northfield

Open to musicians of all ages and abilities, this jam is a perfect way to run through standard charts in a low-key, laidback setting. Charts will be provided for everyone to follow along. It’s a spiritual experience. More at hotspotmusic.org. KAVE Jazz • 5-8pm

Imminent Brewing, Northfield

A jazz duo comprised of two top-tier Twin Cities jazz players who happen to have deep connections to Northfield. Bassist Kevin Clements taught jazz bass at Carleton College for years when he wasn’t flying as a commercial pilot or gigging with any number of Twin Cities jazz greats. Dave Hagedorn is among the most in-demand vibes (the vibraphone is that thing that looks like a xylophone) players in the country. He performs regularly with many Twin Cities jazz groups as well as the Minnesota Orchestra and the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra.

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HAPPENINGS Sunday, February 23, continued Golden Dragon Acrobats • 7pm

Bingo • 7pm

Carbone’s, Northfield

Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

Sheldon Theatre, Red Wing

The Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time-honored tradition that began more than 25 centuries ago. The Golden Dragons are recognized throughout the U.S. and abroad as the premier Chinese acrobatic touring company of today. Tickets: $26 or $15 youth, available at sheldontheatre.org.

Northfield VFW

Trivia • 7pm

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25

General knowledge with a twist. $1/person entry fee.

Community Café • 5-6pm

Guest Recital: Pianist Sean Chen • 8:15-10:15pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield

Urness Recital Hall, St. Olaf College, Northfield

A “thoughtful musician well beyond his years” (The Republic), Chen shares his “alluring, colorfully shaded renditions” (New York Times) and “genuinely sensitive” (LA Times) playing with audiences around the world in solo and chamber recitals, concerto performances and master classes.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24

Northern Roots Session • 7pm The Contented Cow, Northfield

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

Cathedral of Our Merciful Saviour, Faribault

Open Mic Night • 7pm-12am Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

Ukulele Jam Session • 10-11:30am

Come one, come all. Can you sing? Do magic? Comedy? Poetry? Show the world your talent.

$1 drop-in fee. Led by Bob Waldron.

Tanzenwald Brewing Co., Northfield

FiftyNorth, Northfield

Trivia Tuesday • 8-9:30pm

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HAPPENINGS Thursday, February 27, continued

Songwriter Night and Open Mic • 7-10pm

Artist Conversation • 6-7:30pm

Rachel Schroeder hosts an open mic night featuring touring and regional songwriters. Open mic and stage for aspiring songwriters, plus collaboration opportunities.

Northfield Arts Guild

Emerging and professional artists gather in a small group setting to discuss topics relevant to visual artists. Free and open to the public, but space is limited. RSVP at heather@northfieldartsguild.org or 507-645-8877. Bingo • 6:30pm

Red Fox Tavern, Lakeville

The Music Space, Owatonna

Theater: These Shining Lives • 7:30pm Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault

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Jazz Concert directed by Laura Caviani • 8:15-9:45pm Kracum Performance Hall, Carleton, Northfield

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Carleton Jazz Ensemble whose focus is on improvisation and the fusion between jazz, rock, funk and Latin influences, the vocal stylings of Scattitude and the Jazz Chamber Groups.

Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm

Cowaroke • 9-11:30pm

Bring your instrument or your dancing shoes. Beginners, experts, musicians and listeners are all welcome – the more, the merrier. Contact Reid at henderswood@gmail.com for more info.

Karaoke • 9pm

Exhibit Reception: Site Specific: Contemporary Cuban Photography and Film • 6:30-9pm Perlman Teaching Museum, Carleton College, Northfield

Tanzenwald Brewing, Northfield

Trivia Mafia – Trivia Night • 7-9pm 10,000 Drops Craft Distillers, Faribault

Team Trivia • 7-9pm

Tilion Brewing Company, Cannon Falls

The Contented Cow, Northfield Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Open Stitching • 10am-12pm Northfield Yarn

Bring a project and share in the fun. Free. Sacred Drumming Circle • 11:45am-12:30pm FiftyNorth, Northfield

$1 drop-in fee. A limited number of drums are available so bring your own if you have one. All are welcome. Led by Marj Schramm.

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HAPPENINGS Friday, February 28, continued Chris Holm • 5:30-8:30pm

Vintage Escapes Winery, Kilkenny

Minneapolis-based acoustic folk, blues and country musician Chris Holm is a fingerstyle guitar picker and harmonica player. He channels the high-spirited liveliness of Charley Patton, thumping on his suitcase drum, attacking his guitar strings with abandon and shouting along in a gravelly howl, only to later channel the lonesome sounds of a weeping slide guitar and a blues yodel. Bösendorfer Dedication Recital Event • 6:30-9pm Urness Recital Hall, St. Olaf College, Northfield

Reunion Stage, Northfield

Chicago/NYC/Minneapolis singer, guitarist, songwriter Courtney Yasmineh draws from a poisoned well that runs deep – harsh reflection, brutal frankness, bittersweet inspiration, brief flights of sexual fantasy and blistering romance, but most of all, transcendent saving graces. With each album she continues to expand her musical universe, stretching across the spectrum from indie pop to alt-country to full-tilt rock ‘n’ roll, all the while writing better and better genuinely smart songs that are deeply personal yet touch on subjects and feelings everyone can relate to. More at courtneyyasmineh.com.

Pre-recital talk 6:30-7pm with Bösendorfer’s Kirk Davis, St. Olaf piano technician, Dennis Johnson and St. Olaf piano faculty member, Christopher Atzinger. Recital at 7pm will be made up of various faculty members performing on the new Bösendorfer concert grand piano.

Rhino • 9:30pm-1:30am

Theater: Matilda the Musical • 7pm

DJ • 10:30pm-close

Lakeville Area Arts Center

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Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

A high-energy Twin Cities band playing a wide variety of modern, alternative, ’80s and classic rock with twists of country and other surprises splashed in. Grampa Al’s, Faribault

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 29

Bar Bingo • 7pm

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas

Open Stitching • 10am-12pm

The Jugsluggers • 7-9pm

Bring a project and share in the fun. Free.

The Contented Cow, Northfield

Picking and singing in their unique, original style, the Jugsluggers cover a wide range of genres, not just folk, bluegrass and old-time, but also swing, classic rock and even modern jazz.

Bill Cagley • 7-10pm

Tanzenwald Brewing Co., Northfield

Folk musician extraordinaire, hailing from Minneapolis. Texas Hold ’Em • 7:30pm Northfield VFW

Theater: These Shining Lives • 7:30pm Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault

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The Wall: A Rock Ballet • 7:30-9:30pm Lakeville South High School Theater

Back by popular demand, Twin Cities Ballet’s groundbreaking rock ballet returns as part of a fundraising program supporting the Lakeville Area Arts Center. The Wall traces the life of “Pink,” and follows his transformative journey of loss, alienation, insanity and redemption. Through its insightful original interpretation of Pink Floyd’s story and music, TCB brings this classic rock masterpiece to life like never before. Tickets: $25-$30 available at lakevilleareaartscenter.com. Also Feb. 29.

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Northfield Yarn

Theater: Matilda the Musical • 2pm Lakeville Area Arts Center

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Bar Bingo • 3pm Northfield VFW

Author Event • 3-4:30pm Content Bookstore, Northfield

Mara Hvistendahl, a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in nonfiction in 2011, presents The Scientist and the Spy, her new, riveting true story of industrial espionage in which a Chinese-born scientist is pursued by the U.S. government for trying to steal trade secrets. Mark and Vanessa Ross • 3-6pm Tilion Brewing, Cannon Falls

Local favorites Mark and Vanessa Ross present an evening of high-energy acoustic music, putting their signature spin on classic rock, country and alternative music from many past and current artists like Keith Urban, Bon Jovi, Miranda Lambert, Matchbox Twenty, Ryan Adams and Bruno Mars. Great harmonies and more.

Rice Lake Candlelight Event • 5-8pm

Aby Wolf: Champagne Confetti • 7:30pm

An enchanting evening of candle and lantern-lit trails through the woods and along the Rice Lake shoreline. Cross country ski, hike and/or snowshoe. Bonfire and warming shelter at the trailhead in the boat ramp parking lot. Hot beverages and treats at the park office. Vehicle permit required. Permits ($7 for a daily permit, $35 for an annual permit) at the park office or online.

An evening of new electro-acoustic works composed by Aby Wolf in collaboration with Eric Mayson and Grant Cutler, and performed by a cast of renowned musicians as comfortable in experimentation as virtuosity. Blurring the lines between ambient neo-minimalism, chamber music and electro-R&B, Champagne Confetti delivers a gateway from near-silent meditation to full harmonic abundance, experienced as a union of sonic dream states and coursing, rhythmic waves of unbounded sound. Tickets: $20, available at sheldontheatre.org.

Rice Lake State Park, Owatonna

Faribault Chamber Annual Gala • 5:30-10pm 310 Event Center, Faribault

For more than 90 years business people have gathered to hear the reports of the Chamber accomplishments and the goals of the new leaders. This evening event welcomes all members, community leaders and guests. Caroline Priore CD Release Party • 6-9pm Tilion Brewing, Cannon Falls

The Zillionaires • 7-10pm

Imminent Brewing, Northfield

A four-piece electric band with Wendy Smith (guitar, vocals, accordion), Peter Nelson (guitar and vocals), Dave Drentlaw (drums) and Mike Legvold (bass). They play Smith’s originals along with covers from a variety of styles including blues, rock ‘n’ roll, roots and country. One of Northfield’s most danceable bands. The Federales • 7:30pm

Olde Pine Theatre, Pine Island

The Federales use country music to tell stories of love, good times, Grain Belt and friends. They’re pickers, fiddlers, groovers and harmonizers and they’re ready to make you sing along, get up and dance or sit and tap your toes. Tickets: $10 advance, $12 at the door, available at 507-491-2639 or oldepinetheatre.ticketleap.com. Theater: These Shining Lives • 7:30pm Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault

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The Wall: A Rock Ballet • 7:30-9:30pm Lakeville South High School Theater

Dance to the music of Bend in the River Big Band. Swing dance lesson at 6:45pm. General admission $15, students $10. More info at vintagebandfestival.org. Leap Day Party: Alec Johnson and the Sky Surfers • 8-11pm 10,000 Drops Craft Distillers, Faribault

All Request Dance Party • 9:30pm-close Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville

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