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320 East Ave., Zumbrota • 507/732-7616 crossingsatcarnegie.com • M/T/W/F 10am-5pm, Th 10am-8pm, Sa 10am-4pm Poet-Artist Collaboration – through May 4 – Poems and the artwork they inspire. Jamie Solberg, Tracie Thompson – May 9-June 18 – Oil paintings and mixed media. Reception: May 21, 6:30-7:45pm.

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Dittmann Center, St. Olaf • wp.stolaf.edu/flaten/ 507/786-3556 • M-W 10am-5pm, Th 10am-8pm, Sa-Su 2-5pm Senior Studio Art Show – May 8-29 – An annual exhibition and culminating event in the curriculum of St. Olaf studio art majors. Opening Reception: May 8, 12-3pm. Print Study: Between You And Me – May 8-29 – A continuation of the annual exhibition series, “Lasting Legacy,” that puts St. Olaf art history majors in contact with objects from Flaten Art Museum’s collection. Students select and interpret a work of art, offering fresh perspectives on objects from a variety of cultures, time periods and media. This show explores communicative capabilities of portraiture and its role in constructing identity. It compares portraiture from the 18th to the 21st century, examining how artists over time have explored ideas of class, privacy, intimacy and gender, including Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol and James Abbott McNeill Whistler. Opening Reception: May 8, 12-3pm.

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304 Division St. • 507/645-8877 • northfieldartsguild.org T-F 12-6pm, Sa 11am-3pm Main Gallery: Connect: St. Olaf and Carleton 5th-Year Emerging Artists Exhibition – through May 14 – Every year, a select group of senior art majors is invited to continue their studies at St. Olaf and Carleton colleges as a part of a 5th-year intern/ apprentice program. This show highlights pieces created during their 5th-year experience. Northfield High School Honors Art Show – May 18-June 11 – Each Honors Art student has the opportunity to create a thematic series of work that embodies their individual interests in mediums and concepts. Artists’ Reception: May 20, 7-9pm NHS instructor Katherine Norrie and her students will be available for questions and comments. Up Gallery: “A Year of Discovery” – May 3-July 31 Artwork by A+ Art Club members. Opening Reception: May 3, 6:30-8:30pm 22 4th St. NE, Faribault • M-Tu closed, W-Th 3-9pm, F 3-10pm, Sa 12-10pm, Su 12-3pm “A Change Gonna Come” – through June 30 – Paintings by Siro Amerson Tandem Bagels Gallery:

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Northfield Historical Society

408 Division St. • 507/645-9268 • northfieldhistory.org M-Sa 10am-5pm, Su 1-5pm Through the Camera Lens: Early Northfield Photography by Ira E. Sumner and E.N. James – through September – Northfield photographers Ira E. Sumner and E.N. James were part of the booming photography business of the late 1800s and were known for the quality of their work. Ten selections from the Historical Society’s collection have been reproduced on a large scale, from John W. North 30 to 75 inches wide, with a number photo by Ira Sumner of historic photographs, negatives and equipment on display. The majority of early photographs are portraits of individuals and groups of people but, as photographic technology developed, photographers were able to record scenes of town, landscapes, events and informal activities of daily life. For a limited time, visitors can take photographs in front of a historic backdrop replica in a recreated photographer’s studio.

Northfield Senior Center Gallery 1651 Jefferson Pkwy. • 507/664-3700 northfieldseniorcenter.org Robert Nyvall (paintings) – through May 15

Owatonna Arts Center

435 Garden View Ln., Owatonna • 507/451-0533 oacarts.org • 1-5pm, closed Mondays 64th Annual Steele County Art Exhibition – May 8-29 – Featuring paintings and sculptures of Steele County professional and emerging artists. Allina Hospital Owatonna Healing Arts:

2250 NW 26th St. • 8am-8pm Holly Sue Foss (silkscreen), William Olson (painting), Brian Kuehn (clay), HeeJune Shin (painting), Lynette Yencho (painting) and Patricia Dunn-Walker (mixed media)

Braucher Gallery: Crossings: Harriet Bart and Yu-Wen Wu

– through May 1 – 60 million people were forced to flee their homes in 2014 due to war and persecution. Bart and Wu’s installation invites viewers to not only meditate on this staggering statistic, but also to embody the asylum seeker’s experience of bringing only what she can carry. The artists request that the rocks arranged throughout the gallery migrate with viewers across the Cannon River to a satellite site by the Flaten Art Museum at St. Olaf College. Senior Art Show – May 13-June 10

Paradise Center for the Arts

321 Central Ave., Faribault • 507/332-7372 Tu/W/F/Sa 12-5pm, Th 12-8pm • Su/M closed Exhibit dates through June 6 Carlander Family Gallery: Georgi Tsenov Lois Vranesh Boardroom Gallery: PCA Gallery Committee Corey Lyn Creger Memorial Gallery: Avery Rein Paradise Center Healing Arts G allery at District One Hospital:

200 State Ave., Faribault Featured artists: Becca White, Dana Hanson, Beth Tostenson, Lisa Anderson and Christy Schwartz

Perlman Teaching Museum

320 3rd St. E, Northfield • apps.carleton.edu/museum/ M-W 11am-6pm, Th-Fr 11am-9pm, Sa-Su 12-4pm Ambulatory Nirthfolde Information Dispensary through May 1 – The Nirthfolde Visitors’ Bureau will operate a satellite kiosk to provide brochures, maps and guides of visitors interested in the offerings available in this elusive municipality.

Kaemmer Gallery: Passages: Walking in Contemporary Art

through June 10, June 16-19 – An exhibition of artworks on walking, one of the most fundamental of human activities. Drawn from Carleton College collections, the Walker Art Center Library and national galleries, the show presents diverse examples of how something as simple and ordinary as walking has figured into modern and contemporary art as both movement and metaphor.

Steele County Historical Society, Owatonna

1700 Austin Rd. • steelehistorymuseum.org T, W, F 10am-4pm, Th 10am-8pm, Sa 10am-3pm Minnesota Disasters – through December – Using photographs, text and film this exhibit explores the preparation, reaction and aftermath to catastrophe in our state. Intertwined with details of the calamities are the incredible stories of human vulnerability and resilience.

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321 Central Avenue North Faribault, MN 55021 (507)3327372 paradsiecenterforthearts.org Seventh Annual Big Hats & Big Hearts Annual Auction for the Arts and Kentucky Derby Party Saturday, May 7 4pm7pm. Tickets are $8 Members / $10 Non Members / $5 Students The NotToBeMissedEvent of the spring. Join us for an afternoon of food, fashion, friends and fun and help raise the ever needed funding for future arts & education programming at The Paradise Center. Take part in silent and live auctions and watch the greatest two minutes in sports. Enjoy all the festivities of the Kentucky Derby right here in Paradise. James Wedgewood Family Series May 14, 2 PM $12 Members /$15 Non Members $8 Students

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April 28-30, 7:30pm Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault From Beau Willimon, the writer of House of Cards. Directed by Craig Berg. Featuring Tom Ett, Nate Chesney, Betsy Cole, Larry Lodermier, Amber Boettcher, Tim Fitzgerald, Darren Schaufenbuel and Linda Anderson. This taut political thriller is set in Des Moines, Iowa, weeks before the state’s caucuses officially commence. Stephen Bellamy, a fast-rising press secretary, finds himself caught up in backroom politics that threaten to torpedo his career. Tickets: $15 adults, $9 students 12 and under, available at the box office, 507/332-7372 or paradisecenterforthearts.org/tickets/. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

April 29-May 1, May 5-7 Th-Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Little Theatre of Owatonna From the novel by Lewis Carroll, adapted by Tim Kelly, directed by Sandee HardyHagen, technical director Deb Seath.

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April 30, 7pm and May 1, 2pm Northfield Senior Center Two old-time radio scripts performed before a live audience including Suspense: Sorry, Wrong Number and Flywheel, Shyster and Flywheel: The Prizefighter. Tickets: $10 adults, $5 children, includes dessert served after each show. Tickets available at 507/664-3700 or northfieldseniorcenter.org. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)

May 5-7, 7:30pm Arcadia Charter School, Northfield All 37 plays in 97 minutes. An intrepid troupe of 11 actors weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories and tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter. An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s plays, this show was London’s longest-running comedy. Originally created by The Reduced Shakespeare Company, it has since been adapted by a wide variety of comedy troupes, schools and theatre companies. This production has a PG-13 rating. Tickets: $6 adults, $4 students. The Producers

May 13-15, 20-22; F/Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Lakeville Area Arts Center Based on the Academy Award-winning 1968 film, this is the story of downon-his-luck theatrical producer Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom, a mousy accountant. Together, they hatch the ultimate scam: raise more money than you need for a sure-fire Broadway fiasco – and pocket the difference. Tickets: $14, available at 952/985-4640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com.

Dueling Pianos production. What a Wonderful World Join Dave & Ted for an afternoon featuring your favorite songs from the Great American Songbook. June 3, 2:00pm $15.00 Deuces Wild! Dueling Pianos June 3, 7:30pm Tickets $25.00

Latino Play Festival Recycled Art Sale June 9, 12pm – 8pm Proceeds from the sale are split between the Paradise Center for the Arts and the Mural Society of Faribault Processing fee added at purchase.

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May 20, 27-28, 7pm; May 21, 2pm Northfield Arts Guild Theater The 6th Annual Latino (and friends) Play Festival is a unique process of storytelling that strives to connect all people, regardless of culture. This Northfield High School performing arts class helps students tackle some of the differences between minority students and mainstream students through creativity. All proceeds benefit the Latino Performing Arts Class at Northfield High School. Tickets available at the door only.

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Northfield Ice Arena More than 10,000 books, DVDs, CDs and vinyl for sale. Proceeds support Northfield Hospital projects and scholarships for local students training for careers in healthcare. Through April 30.

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield 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.

Cecilia Cornejo • 4:30pm

Weitz Cinema, Carleton, Northfield Carleton professor Cecilia Cornejo reflects on the centrality of walking in artistic practice in her talk Wanderer, there is no path. The path is made for walking. Part of Carleton College’s Festival of Walking, Art & Ideas. Gypsy Jazz Jam Series: Tim Kliphuis and Sam Miltich • 7:30pm

Grand Event Center, Northfield Led by professional musicians, Dutch violinist Tim Kliphuis and Minnesota’s own Sam Miltich on guitar, who offer demonstrations, tips and techniques throughout the evening. Musicians of all instruments and abilities are invited to join in the jam. Music charts are projected on the wall so everyone can follow along. Or just come to listen. Kliphuis and Miltich also perform at the Northfield Arts Guild Theater April 28. Dan O and Doc Anderson from Bellered Yellers with Special Guests • 9-11pm

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Northfield Arts Guild Theater The 2016 Northfield Gypsy Jazz Jam Series celebrates the conclusion of its fourth season with a grand finale concert featuring Kliphuis Miltich two of the world’s quintessential masters of the genre. Award-winning violin legend Tim Kliphuis (Holland) presents a night of exciting gypsy jazz repertoire with Minnesota’s top “hot club” style guitarist Sam Miltich. These current-day jazz greats bring back the Parisian 1930s, alternating moments of dazzling interplay with melancholy and sheer exhilaration, as recorded on their new Duets album. Tickets: $20, available at hotspotmusic.org/jam-series. Hensley Theater: Farragut North • 7:30pm

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The Contented Cow, Northfield Gen. Rising, a new independent studentled band coming out of St. Olaf College, is Tatyana Hornof (lead vocal/guitar), Gunnar Olseth (guitar), Griffin House (piano), Lilia Escobar (cajon/backing vocals), Maddie Thies (bass/vocals) and Jj McNulty (alternate drums).

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. Jazz I Concert • 7:30pm

Lion’s Pause, St. Olaf, Northfield Conducted by Dave Hagedorn. The Fabulous Armadillos: Songs by the Wrecking Crew • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Talent-packed Fabulous Armadillos pay tribute to some of the biggest musicians never known who performed for studio recordings of some of the biggest names in ’60s and ’70s music. Tickets: $34 advance, $38 at the door, available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616. Dennis Warner and the Ds • 7:30pm

Movie Night • 5pm (kids), 7:30pm (adults)

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Duo Tatiana and John are veterans of many Twin Cities cover bands. With Tatiana’s amazing vocal range, keyboard and guitar, they blend a wide variety of music including classic standards, contemporary pop/folk and some campy renditions of hits from artists such as Captain & Tennille and Burt Bacharach. Bar Bingo • 7pm

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Lakeville Area Arts Center Folk/Americana singer and songwriter Dennis Warner blends humor, audience participation and serious music into a memorable and fun concert for adults and families. Warner has toured extensively throughout North America and was honored with a performance at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. Tickets: $18, available at 952/985-4640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com. Andriana Lehr • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield Andriana Lehr’s melodies combine the soaring range of Joni Mitchell with the depth and grounded roots of Aimee Mann and Brandi Carlile. Her song styles range from folk, Americana and altcountry to pop-ballads, with notes of jazz and blues influence. Texas Hold ‘Em • 8pm

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Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield Local favorite Mark Allen is an Americana singer/songwriter who presents a touch of country, blues, rock and a hard-hitting harmonica. His passionate performances feature your favorite covers as well as original compositions from his CD, Whiskey Sweet, recorded at the legendary Sun Studio in Memphis, TN. Smokescreen • 9:30pm-close

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville A rock variety band whose gigs include premier sound and a light show with Dwight Holmbo (lead vocals, guitar, synthesizer, harmonica, fiddle), Chris Kerber (vocals, guitar), CJ Stahlberg (vocals, bass) and Tim Boeck (drums). SATURDAY, APRIL 30 The Great Northfield, Minnesota Book Fair • 8am-3pm

Content Bookstore, Northfield Exclusive Bookstore Day merchandise for lovers of Anthony Bourdain, Mo Willems, Fran Lebowitz, Neil Gaiman and many more; About a Book open mic, where you tell an enthusiastic audience about one of your favorite books; a great read, hand-selected by one of our expert booksellers; music, treats and fun all day. Bill Lindeke: Lecture and Guided Walk • 12pm

Weitz 236, Carleton College, Northfield Urban geographer Bill Lindeke discusses sidewalks as urban amenities, followed by a guided walk of Northfield’s sidewalks. Part of Carleton College’s Festival of Walking, Art & Ideas. Mark Allen • 1:30-4:30pm

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, April 30, continued Brian Peterson • 5-7pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield This Twin Cities singer/songwriter plays the pop hits we all remember, those vivid memes from our past. Every time he plays it’s a different performance. He might give you finger-picking country blues followed by a mellow classic love song, followed by a rock ‘n’ roll sing-along. You’ll hear a blend of virtuoso guitar playing and passionate vocals. Tim Howe • 5:30-8:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Silky vocals, melodic lines and acoustic guitar. Howe’s been compared to Jason Mraz, Gavin Degraw, Bruno Mars, John Mayer and Howie Day.

Johnny No Cash and the Cash Machines • 9pm

Red Fox Tavern, Lakeville Johnny No Cash and the Cash Machines is a country/rock cover band that covers Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, Drive By Truckers and many other artists. Nathan W. Farmer (guitar/lead vocals), Matthew Howell (drums), Joshua Correia (bass). Maria & the Coins • 9-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Pop-rock band. Maria Coyne (vocals), Zaq Baker (keyboard), Nick Baker (guitar), Sheldon Way (drums). DJ • 9pm-1am

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield SUNDAY, MAY 1 MS Walk Faribault • 9am check-in

Shattuck-St. Mary’s Soccer Dome, Faribault More at themswalk.org. Quinn & Meyer • 1:30-4:30pm

Comedy and Dinner Night • 5:30-10pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Enjoy a glass of wine, beer or a cocktail and a great meal with stand-up comedy from Chris Barnes and L.A. Lycan. Doors at 5:30pm. Seating will be general admission and first come, first served. Come early if you have a group of people that would like to sit together. Tickets: $40, includes your meal, dessert and a heaping portion of belly laughs. This is a 21-and-over event. Theater: Radio Dramedy • 7pm

Northfield Senior Center See theater page. Air is Air • 7-9pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Space Grunge, Planetary Punk band, Air is Air is Zach Harris, Ben Ronning, Adrian Calderon, Aleksander Seeman and Colin Loynachan Theater: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland • 7:30pm

Little Theatre of Owatonna See theater page.

Theater: Farragut North • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. 411 Concert Series: Chris Koza with Opener Anna Marie Mitchell • 7:30pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater Chris Koza is a songwriter/musician living and working in Minneapolis. “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 imagerich lyrics.” – Joe Nickell, The Missoulian. Anna Marie Mitchell is an up-and-coming singer/songwriter who hails from Northfield but is already making a big splash in Nashville and beyond. Tickets: $25, available at northfieldartsguild.org or 507/645-8877. Matthew Griswold • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield Griswold presents bone-shakin’ voodoo grooves. 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.

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Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Quinn & Meyer, formerly the middle half of Spruce Top Review, perform a wide range of music including folk rock, traditional and contemporary Irish songs, some jazz, pop and eclectica. Lakeville Coffee Concert Series: Lyra Baroque • 2pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center Classical music featuring Bach and Telemann. Complimentary Caribou coffee and refreshments are included in the ticket price. Tickets: $25, $12 ages 60 and up, $6 ages 12 and under, available at 952/985-4640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com. Theater: Radio Dramedy • 2pm

Northfield Senior Center See theater page.

Theater: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland • 2pm

Little Theatre of Owatonna See theater page.

Sunday Jazz Jam • 2-3:30pm

Hot Spot Music Studio, Northfield Wonderland 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. St. Olaf Choir and Magnum Chorum • 3:30pm

Boe Chapel, St. Olaf, Northfield Pre-concert presentation with John Muehleisen, composer of Pietà, at 3pm. Raise the Roof! • 5:30pm

Faribault American Legion A fundraiser dinner for Habitat for Humanity. Jazz II and III Concert • 7pm

Lion’s Pause, St. Olaf, Northfield Conducted by Dave Hagedorn. Quiz Night • 8pm

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield Teams compete for prizes and bragging rights. $5/team, $1 off drinks.

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MONDAY, MAY 2 WALK! Labyrinth Walking Meditation with Mark Heiman • 5-6pm

Skinner Chapel, Carleton College, Northfield Experience an ancient form of spiritual pilgrimage that leads one into contemplation and then back out into the world with practitioner Mark Heiman. Bingo • 7pm

Carbone’s, Northfield Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

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The Rides Pierced Arrow Tour • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville

The Rides are Stephen Stills, twotime Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, five-time Grammy nominated guitarist and Barry Goldberg, Chicago rock/ blues keyboardist. The band is breaking more fresh new blues-rock ground than ever on their raucous and soulful new album Pierced Arrow. The groundwork for the trio’s multi-dimensional creativity is laid by the explosive rhythm section bassist Kevin McCormick and Shepherd’s long-time drummer Chris Layton, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee himself. Tickets: $39.50-$79.50, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. Northern Roots Session • 7:30-9pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield 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. TUESDAY, MAY 3 Northfield Farmers Market • 11:45am-1pm

Riverside Park, Northfield Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through October. Opening Reception: “A Year of Discovery” • 6:30-8:30pm

Northfield Arts Guild See exhibits page.

Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30-10pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Every Tuesday night show up with your unplugged instrument of choice and jam – or just show up and listen. WEDNESDAY, MAY 4 Brick Oven Pizza: Pizza Season Opener • 4-8:30pm

Red Barn Farm, Northfield Bring your own chair/blanket, beverage, plate and napkin. More at redbarnfarmofnorthfield.com. Rants & Recitations (Open Mic) • 9-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield THURSDAY, MAY 5 Commanders Coffee • 10am

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

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Ladies Night Out • 4-8pm

Downtown Faribault In-store specials, refreshments and fun. Grab your girlfriends and make it a fun Ladies Night Out. WALK! Gimme Shelter! Care & Feeding of Long Distance Walkers • 4:30-5:45pm

Weitz Cinema, Carleton, Northfield Sam Demas offers international views on the joys and environmental impacts of walking and differing modes of shelter. As editor of hut2hut.ingo and a Volunteer Researcher for the U.S. National Park Service, he is studying the joys and modalities of long distance walking and how different cultures are making them accessible to more people. Demas will discuss efforts to mitigate the environmental impact of increasing numbers of pilgrims and others pursuing the ancient practice of walking for days on end in beautiful parts of the world. Tim Fast • 5-8pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls A nationally touring finger-style guitar-picking, harmonica-bending, singer/songwriter. His music is infused with folk, blues and country, playing covers and originals. Bar Bingo • 6pm

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Poetry Reading • 7pm

Content Bookstore, Northfield Northfield poet, Leslie Schultz, will read from her collection of poems, Still Life with Poppies: Elegies. Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield 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. Companydance Spring Concert • 7:30pm

Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield A spring celebration of dance created by faculty, students and guest artists. Tickets: $8, free for St. Olaf faculty/staff/students, available at 507/786-8987 or at stolaf.edu/apps/tickets/. May 5-7. Theater: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) • 7:30pm

Arcadia Charter School, Northfield See theater page.

Theater: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland • 7:30pm

Little Theatre of Owatonna See theater page.

World Music: Singer/Songwriter Fatoumata Diawara • 8-9:15pm

Concert Hall, Carleton, Northfield Malian singer/songwriter Fatoumata Diawara (aka Fatou), whom the Telegraph calls “the most beguiling talent to hit the world music scene in some time” and Mojo calls a “spellweaving new voice,” uses elements of jazz, pop and funk along with her ancestral Wassoulou tradition. Her lyrics touch on such serious and personal subjects as female circumcision, a woman’s right to choose her spouse and the songwriter’s own painful experience with the African practice of being raised away from her parents.

Mark Allen • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield Local favorite Mark Allen is an Americana singer/songwriter who presents a touch of country, blues, rock and a hard-hitting harmonica. His passionate performances feature your favorite covers as well as original compositions from his CD, Whiskey Sweet, recorded at the legendary Sun Studio in Memphis, TN. Cowaroke • 9pm

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Riddle Brothers • 5:30-8:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls With strong ties to their southern heritage, The Riddle Brothers play an eclectic acoustic blend of music styles that’s pure Americana. Their musical roots originate from living in cities nestled along the shores of the Mississippi including Baton Rouge, LA, Moline, IL and Minneapolis. Paula Lammers • 5-8:30pm

DJ and Karaoke • 9pm-1am

Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield By Speedo Entertainment. FRIDAY, MAY 6 Artists’ Clearing House • 10am-5pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Five special guest artists offer their work at deep discounts during this indoor art fair. Up to 75 percent off select merchandise throughout the store. Artists are Becky Jokela, Heather Friedli, Beth Bacon, Renee Nation and Gayle Weigle. Also May 7. Northfield Farmers Market • 11:45am-1pm

Riverside Park, Northfield Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through October. Movie Night • 5pm (kids), 7:30pm (adults)

The HideAway Coffeehouse and Wine Bar, Northfield Each Friday join the HideAway family for a free movie night, with a kids’ movie at 5pm and a 7:30pm movie for adults. Free popcorn.

The Contented Cow, Northfield Paula Lammers is “a solid soprano voice who shares each song’s story with heartfelt conviction, clear diction and a sweet (but not too-sweet) tone, swing where it needs to swing, energy where it needs to pop, wistful musing or upbeat sunshine as the story merits” – Andrea Canter, JazzPolice.com. A native of St. Peter, MN, Lammers has released two acclaimed recordings in the company of small ensembles of Twin Cities’ top musicians. Lammers can reverse the winter’s wind chill or the summer’s heat wave with songs that engage your heart as well as your ears. Bruce Burniece • 7-11pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield With more than 35 years of performance experience, Bruce Burniece presents an evening of classic pop rock favorites, accompanied by piano and guitar. (In inclement weather, show moves to 9pm-12:30am inside.)

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HAPPENINGS Friday, May 6, continued

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Bar Bingo • 7pm

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas Twin Cities Ballet Presents Cinderella 1944: A Love Story • 7pm

Ames Center, Burnsville Set in England during WWII, Cinderella 1944 is an original story inspired by the classic tale told through dance and music and features an original musical compilation and all-new stage design, sets, lighting, costumes and choreography that includes swing dance in addition to classical ballet. Blending tragedy, pathos, humor, hope and love, this unique reimagining of Cinderella’s struggles and journey of discovery will surprise and delight, and provide a touching and memorable experience for all. May 6-8. Tickets: $18-$34, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. Companydance Spring Concert • 7:30pm

Arcadia Charter School, Northfield See theater page.

Theater: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland • 7:30pm

Little Theatre of Owatonna See theater page.

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield Liz Wilkinson and AJ Scheiber have been performing their unique brand of folk and honky-tonk around the Twin Cities since the two of them started singing together in 2008. With their Appalachian roots proudly showing and their hearts on their sleeves, they grab listeners with hooky but rootsy self-penned songs that have been described as the bastard offspring of June Carter Cash and Townes Van Zandt. Texas Hold ‘Em • 8pm

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Shannon Mac • 9-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield A four-piece rockabilly/blues band with members from all over Minnesota: Shannon McDonough, Tommy Love on guitar, Daniel Clark Peterson on bass and Bobby “The Beat” Philipp on drums. McDonough’s voice expresses an array of styles, from the dulcet tones of doo wop ballads to the guttural growl of the blues. Together they radiate authentic ’50s vibes and foot-stompin’ rock and roll. DJ • 9-11pm

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Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville With its blend of talent and creativity, this band has a professional sound without losing the energy that audiences would expect from a rock band. Built around strong vocals and great harmonies, Coyote Wild’s set list is a diverse mix of classic rock and contemporary country. SATURDAY, MAY 7 Be the Match! • 8am-3pm

Faribault Senior Center Bone marrow registry event. More at bethematch.org. Northfield Farmers Market • 9-11am

Riverside Park, Northfield Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through October. Bagels & Birds • 9:30-10:30am

River Bend Nature Center, Faribault Enjoy coffee and bagels in a relaxed atmosphere while watching the antics of wildlife. Meet in the comfort of the building to observe the birds and other visitors to the newly refurbished Windows on the Wild backyard habitat feeding area. Help with identification, fun facts, binoculars, guide books and conversation will make this a great way to start the day.

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Dokmo Ford Chrysler, Northfield Test drive a new car. For every test drive the Prairie’s Edge Humane Society shelter will receive $20 (per household). No pressure, no obligation, just drive a new Prairie’s Edge Humane Society car around the block and raise money for the animals. prairiesedgehs.org • 507-664-1035

Project Friendship 50th Anniversary Celebration 10am-2pm

Central Park, Northfield A community picnic to celebrate 50 years of empowering youth through mentoring. Fun games and activities, 1K Fun Run, 5K Run/Walk, food, video game theater, arts and crafts, laser tag, sumo wrestling and other fun in the park. More at projectfriendshipmentoring.org. Artists’ Clearing House • 10am-5pm

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, May 7, continued Girls Day Away • 10am-5pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Bring your moms, grannies, aunts, sisters and girlfriends to enjoy a glass of our award-winning wines while strolling through one-of-akind local vendors and sampling tasty local foods. Spring into Healthy Living Day • 11am-1pm

Ferndale Market, Cannon Falls Discover healthy foods and new recipes, meet the makers and sample their products. Reserve your spot in classes: Foods for Great Energy by Nutritional Weight and Wellness (10am) and How to Make Bone Broth by Gary Engstrom (12:30pm). Reservations and more info at ferndalemarketonline.com. Youth Art Crawl • 12-4pm

Main Street, Elko-New Market The main event will showcase children’s art work from several schools in Elko New Market. The winner of the high school category will receive a scholarship with proceeds raised at this event. More at enmchamber.org Relativity • 1-4pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Voted one of the best bands in Northfield, Relativity combines vocals, guitar, mandolin, harmonica and percussion to create a fun afternoon of music. They pack a request list of a couple hundred songs – from covers of current music like the Avett Brothers and the Lumineers, to classic and folk rock such as Fleetwood Mac and the Indigo Girls.

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WALK! “Off-Leash”: Performance Walk by Artist David Lefkowitz • 1, 2 and 3pm

Weitz Center Main Entrance, Carleton, Northfield David Lefkowitz’s alter ego Rover Self ’s ‘Self ’-Guided Canine Tour of Territory Sector 6 (please do not bring dogs). Register for a time slot at apps.carleton.edu/arts/walk/events/. Twin Cities Ballet Presents Cinderella 1944: A Love Story • 2 and 7pm

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Jazz Ensemble Concert • 3-4:30pm

Concert Hall, Carleton, Northfield Laura Caviani, director. Featuring the Vocal Jazz Combo. Seventh Annual Big Hats & Big Hearts Auction for the Arts and Kentucky Derby Party • 4-7pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault An afternoon of food, fashion, friends and fun to raise funds for future arts and education programming at The Paradise Center. Take part in silent and live auctions and watch the greatest two minutes in sports. Enjoy all the festivities of the Kentucky Derby. Tickets: $8 members, $10 nonmembers, $5 students, available at 507/332-7372 or paradisecenterforthearts.org/tickets/.

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Lone Rock Band • 5-7pm

Upstairs Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield Recreating the old country song with slick licks, choice voices and a rockin’ rhythm section, THIS is LONE ROCK. Fronted by Barbara Piper on vocals/guitar, lead guitarist Dan Dotzler and Ed Treinen on harps, this band is rounded out with bassist Doug Hamilton and drummer Richard Hanson. Don’t miss this exceptional grouping.

Tim Howe • 7-11pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield Silky vocals, melodic lines and acoustic guitar. Howe’s been compared to Jason Mraz, Gavin Degraw, Bruno Mars, John Mayer and Howie Day. (In inclement weather, show moves to 9pm-12:30am inside.) “Sonatas & Interludes” by John Cage • 7:30pm

The Tinkers • 5-8pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Pianist David Shaffer-Gottschalk performs on a “prepared piano,” altered by placing objects between the strings. Free.

The Contented Cow, Northfield Celtic/rock/bluegrass/folk out of Minneapolis. The Tinkers are: Brian Miller, Rob O’Malley, Chris O’Malley, Joe O’Malley and Dan Rainboldt. Ashes for April • 5-8pm

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).

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, May 7, continued Fathom Lane • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield As they continue to work on their eagerly anticipated album release, Twin Cities-based band Fathom Lane’s monthly residency continues with another magical evening of music. Martin Anderson and The Goods • 8-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Classic rock, country alt and Americana music that spans the decades including Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Neil Young, the Beatles, Steve Earle and Bruce Springsteen. This band is high energy, fun to watch and will definitely get you on the dance floor. Band members include Alex Sandberg (lead guitar), Andrew Meyer (sax, mandolin, guitar), Christian Wheeler (bass), Steve Paoli (drums) and Martin Anderson (lead vocals, guitar). More at martinandersonandthegoods.com DJ • 9pm-1am

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield SUNDAY, MAY 8 Mother’s Day Brunch • 10:30am-1:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Enjoy live music from Andrew Walesch, a divine menu from Nick’s Diner and take advantage of the Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar. Tickets: $10-$22, available at cannonriverwinery.com. There will be five seatings between 10:30am and 1:30pm. Reserve your spot. Exhibit Opening Reception: Senior Studio Art Show • 12-3pm

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Exhibit Opening Reception: Between You and Me • 12-3pm

Dittmann Center, St. Olaf, Northfield See exhibits page. The Goods Acoustic • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls A totally acoustic project of Martin Anderson and The Goods. Twin Cities Ballet Presents Cinderella 1944: A Love Story • 2pm

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Sunday Jazz Jam • 2-3:30pm

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. Faculty Recital: Patricia Kent, Soprano • 3-4:30pm

Concert Hall, Carleton, Northfield Kent has performed as soprano soloist with many orchestras including Wooster (OH) Symphony, the Duluth Superior Symphony, the Rochester Symphony, the Metropolitan Symphony, the Minnesota Orchestra and the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra. She also sings with the Minnesota Opera and sang the role of the Mother in Amahl and the Night Visitors with the Minnesota Orchestra.

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WALK! Buddhist Walking Meditation Led by Roger Jackson • 5-6pm

Skinner Chapel, Carleton, Northfield For two millennia, Buddhist meditators have been instructed to maintain present-moment awareness in all situations. This event will include an introduction to Buddhist mindfulness, a brief sitting meditation and then a more extended period of walking meditation, followed by a discussion. Dave Williams • 5-7pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Formerly of The Tuition Daddies. Based in Owatonna, the singer/ songwriter presents a mix of originals, blues and jazz standards. Quiz Night • 8pm

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield Teams compete for prizes and bragging rights. $5/team, $1 off drinks. MONDAY, MAY 9 Vintage Band Festival – 10 Years of Music & Memories

Northfield Retirement Center Chapel • 3:45pm Northfield Senior Center • 7pm Paul Niemisto presents this talk as part of the Vintage Band Festival Enrichment Series. What is a vintage band? How do we find these bands? What is up in 2016? Niemisto has the answers. He will also give a lecture demonstration on HELICON. WALK! Walking Through Walls: Virtual Pilgrimage in the Middle Ages • 4:30-5:30pm

Athenaeum Room, Gould Library, Carleton, Northfield Kathryne Beebe discusses the phenomenon of “virtual” or “imagined” pilgrimage in the late middle ages, a practice in which many travelers sought the spiritual rewards of pilgrimage without ever leaving home. Cannon River Watershed Partnership Annual Membership Meeting • 6:30-9pm

Emmaus Church, Northfield Featured speaker: T.J. Kartes of Saddle Butte Ag will speak on cover crop techniques and benefits. Open to the public. RSVP by May 5 to kari@crwp.net. Goldfeather: Hometown Concert • 7pm

United Church of Christ, Northfield Goldfeather is a Brooklyn-based indie-folk bandmeets contemporary classical ensemble with a dash of cabaret for flavor. Led by Northfield native Sarah Goldfeather (vocals, violin) the five-piece band includes Northfield native Dylan McKinstry (vocals, mandolin), Katie Martucci (guitar/vocals), Nathan Koci (accordion, banjo, vocals) and Tristan Kasten-Krause (double bass). More at goldfeatherband.com. Bingo • 7pm

Carbone’s, Northfield Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

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WALK! Screening: Walking the Camino: Six Ways to Santiago • 7-9pm

Weitz Cinema, Carleton, Northfield The International Film Forum presents the award-winning 2013 documentary following six people walking the great Camino de Santiago in Spain.

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TUESDAY, MAY 10 Northfield Farmers Market • 11:45am1pm

Riverside Park, Northfield Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through October.

WALK! Roundtable: Pilgrims and Pilgrimages • 12-1:15pm

Leighton, Carleton, Northfield A discussion with visiting scholars Katherine Beebe and Nanette Hanks, and visiting Walking Artist-in-Residence Phil Smith.

The Failed 1876 Bank Raid and Today 7pm

Rice County Historical Society, Faribault This Rice County Historical Society 90th anniversary celebration event on the 1876 First National Bank of Northfield raid is presented by Hayes Scriven, director of the Northfield Historical Society. Scriven’s presentation will focus on the actions of Northfield citizens, as well as fascinating new forensic research on the infamous failed bank raid by the James-Younger Gang. Admission: free for members, $2 nonmembers. Preregistration is encouraged. 507/332-2121 for more info. AndersonPonty Band • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville Music icons Jon Anderson, singer/ songwriter for YES, and Jean-Luc Ponty, international violin superstar, have formed a musical synergy that is unparalleled. The band includes Jamie Glaser (guitar), Wally Minko (keyboard), Baron Browne (bass) and Rayford Griffin (drums and percussion). Tickets: $32.50-$79.50, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30-10pm

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

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 11 Brick Oven Pizza • 4-8:30pm Cajun Night with the New Riverside Ramblers • 7-9pm

Loon Liquors Cocktail Room, Northfield High-energy Cajun dance music from the prairies and bayous of south Louisiana up the Mississippi River to the Twin Cities area. The band’s compelling version of Cajun French music blends many influences from different south Louisiana communities and includes two-steps, waltzes and blues. The band members have studied and performed with Cajun music greats such as Dewey Balfa, Tracy Schwarz, Steve Riley, Marc & Ann Savoy, DL Menard, Eddie LeJeune, Calvin Carriere and Lionel Leleux. Group members include Eric Mohring (fiddle, vocals), John Terr (Cajun accordion, vocals), Karen Kleinspehn (rhythm guitar), Doug Lohman (bass), Paul Loughridge (drums, triangle) and AJ Srubas (fiddle, pedal steel guitar). Tickets: $12, available at ann@silvercranes.com. Only 40 seats available.

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Red Barn Farm, Northfield Bring your own chair/blanket, beverage, plate and napkin. More at redbarnfarmofnorthfield.com. WALK! Walk the Weitz: Dance Performance • 7-8:30pm

Weitz Center Atrium, Carleton, Northfield Come to observe. Come to walk. An improvisation in body and building. Dancers and viewers will “walk” not just floors, but walls, ceilings, everywhere in the Weitz Center for Creativity. Wear something comfortable. With Prof. Jane Shockley, Carleton Dance. Dan O and Doc Anderson from Bellered Yellers with Special Guests 9-11pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield THURSDAY, MAY 12 Commanders Coffee • 10am

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

WALK! Lecture by Visiting Walking Artist-in-Residence Phil Smith 4:30-5:45pm

Girls Nite Out • 4pm-late

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Weitz Cinema, Carleton, Northfield The Rough Arts of Contemporary Walking is Phil Smith’s autobiographical account of his own practice and several of his pedestrian journeys. The HideAway Coffeehouse and Wine Bar, Northfield Part of The HideAway’s 10th Anniversary celebration. Free tastings. Rob Meany • 5-8pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Rob Meany is an award-winning singer/ songwriter and pianist from Bloomington. Best known as the singer/ keyboardist for the poprock group, Terramara, he is also a versatile solo artist performing original and popular songs in the style of Elton John, Billy Joel, Ben Folds and Harry Connick Jr. Bar Bingo • 6pm

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The Tavern Lounge, Northfield With more than 35 years of performance experience, Bruce Burniece presents an evening of classic pop rock favorites, accompanied by piano and guitar. Cowaroke • 9pm

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The Contented Cow, Northfield Rock cover/original jam band trio covering bands such as The Police, ZZ Top, Jimi Hendrix, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Steely Dan and Bob Dylan. The Zillionaires: BELIEVET Benefit Evening • 7-10pm

The Grand Event Center, Northfield This benefit supports BELIEVET Canine Service Partners, a nonprofit organization providing highly skilled assistance dogs, free of charge, to disabled veterans. Meet the veterans and their dogs, as well as dogs in training. Special musical guest The Zillionaires will perform. Silent auction, appetizers and cash bar. Admission is free, but donations to Believet are STRONGLY encouraged. More at believet.org and facebook.com/TheZillionairesMusic. Concert Hall, Carleton, Northfield Claire Larson, director. Grainger, Holst and Sousa helped to form and define the band ensemble of the late 1800s. 21st century composers, Frank Ticheli, David Maslanka, Samuel Hazo, Andrew Boysen Jr. and others, evolved the wind band from its British and military roots.

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L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas Jason Paulson • 7-11pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield Jason Paulson is not your average country artist. He trades the glitz and gloss of contemporary country radio for an honest storytelling. You may know him from his regionally popular band Grayson. (In inclement weather, show moves to 9pm-12:30am inside.)

Northfield Garden Club Plant & Bake Sale • 8am-12pm

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Riverside Park, Northfield Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through October. WALK! A Blazing Worlds Walk by Phil Smith • 10am-12pm

Weitz Center, Carleton College, Northfield Phil Smith is the visiting Walking Artist-in-Residence for Carleton College’s spring festival of walking, art and ideas. Nici Peper • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Wisconsin-born Nici Peper is a roaming, writing songbird. Her acoustic Americana has been described as vintage and soulful and her lyrics are open and honest. She plays a variety of covers ranging from John Prine to the Temptations. More at nicipeper.com and reverbnation.com/nicipeper.

Theater: The Producers • 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page. Ryan Van Slooten • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield With catchy hooks, chiming guitars, lush arrangements and hearton-sleeve lyrics, Van Slooten’s songs are relatable across a broad field. He is equal parts rock ‘n’ roller and crooner, without losing that singer/songwriter charm. Lucy Kaplansky • 8pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Lucy Kaplansky is more of a psychologist than most singers – in fact, she holds an MD in the field. The acclaimed artist performs her brand of emotionally charged Americana. Tickets: $24 advance, $28 at the door, available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616. Texas Hold ‘Em • 8pm

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Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault The energy of Wedgewood’s performance is contagious and his hilarious, clean humor often brings his audience to tears of laughter. He performs all over the U.S. and has several national TV appearances to his credit. Tickets: $12 members, $15 nonmembers, $8 students, available at the box office, 507/332-7372 or paradisecenterforthearts.org/tickets. Bar Bingo • 3pm

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The Contented Cow, Northfield A uniquely Minnesotan blend of folk, Americana and old school grunge. Every song tells a story.

Northfield High School Auditorium Featuring dancers from each class and level, including ballet, tap, modern, creative dance and folklorico, as well as NAG’s Dance Theater Company. Arts Guild dance classes focus on aesthetic skill development and a lifelong appreciation of the arts.

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Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville A tribute to the GFunk Era of Hip Hop and Pop – 1993-2003. SATURDAY, MAY 14 Maple Syrup Fun Run & Pancake Brunch • 50K 6am registration, 7am start, walk/10K/5K 7:30am registration, 8:30am start, 10am-1pm pancake brunch

River Bend Nature Center, Faribault 11th annual Fun Run – one-mile walk (on mostly paved trails), a 5K trail run, a 10K trail run and a 50K trail run solo race or relay. Race winners will win a bottle of real River Bend maple syrup. All racers receive a pancake brunch ticket and a shirt. Entry fee is discounted through May 13 at 5pm. Day of registration will be available. Race is open to all ages. Details and registration at www. rbnc.org/funrun. At the Pancake Brunch enjoy delicious pancakes topped with River Bend’s own real maple syrup, as well as sausages, coffee and juice. Pancake experts from Bernie’s Grill will be the pancake cooks this year. Admission to the Pancake Brunch only is $5 members, $7 nonmembers.

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The Contented Cow, Northfield One is folk, the other is quite a bit of rock and roll. Jim Kirkendall spent time as a full-time musician, playing coffeehouses and folk clubs across the US and Canada. Stevie Low worked his way across the US and Canada performing in clubs and on concert stages. In 2011 he was inducted into the Iowa Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Buzzards. Both offer original material as well as covers. Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra: That’s Entertainment • 7pm

Kenyon-Wanamingo High School Auditorium, Kenyon A musical showcase of pop culture favorites from film and Broadway, featuring guest vocalist Paula Lammers. Advance purchase tickets available at northfieldartsguild.org, 507/645-8877 or at the Northfield Arts Guild. Pay-what-you-want tickets will be available at the door. Suggested admission: $15 adults, $10 students and seniors. Also May 15 in Northfield.

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Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield An acoustic trio performing eclectic folk and slices of American music fused from folk, country, rhythm and blues and rock and roll. These honestly sung songs from the heart result in real music for real people. Mark Jeunermann, Mark Hedenstrom and Scott Cummings have been actively involved in the music scene for more than 20 years. With backgrounds rooted in stage, songwriting and recording they look to paint a picture of real people striving for depth, beauty and emotion, creating a tone of genuine heartache and joy that brings about meaning in life. Drive South invites you to come sit a spell and hear narrative songs and ballads, as the trio spins tales with wit and charm. (In inclement weather, show moves to 9pm-12:30am inside.) Theater: The Producers • 7:30pm

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The Tavern Lounge, Northfield Nigel Egg is a blues original, a veteran of the 1970’s British music scene who has played with legendary groups like Supertramp and Mott the Hoople. Egg’s repertoire includes original blues, a few classics and a very personal collection of soulful Americana roots music. A renowned performer and producer, Bobby E has been featured on National Public Radio and has appeared at numerous clubs and festivals including Orchestra Hall and WE Fest. Heart of Tinman Band • 9-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield A husband/wife acoustic duo playing all the right music on all the wrong instruments. They play current and past pop and rock hits in fresh new arrangements. They capture the essence and feel of those heavily produced songs on only a few rudimentary instruments. Their unique sound is driven by Dwight Christensen, a long-time Twin Cities professional drummer, with his tricked-out washboard and suitcase bass drum. DJ • 9pm-1am

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WALK! Forrest Williams: Guided Walk in the Carleton Arboretum • 1-3pm

Lower Arb entrance from parking lot near West Gym and football fields (along Highway 3), Carleton, Northfield Geology major Forrest Williams leads a guided walk through the Lower Arboretum, investigating some of its most interesting geological features. In his work with the Cole Student Naturalist Program, Williams has developed a new publication for the Arboretum, Geology of the Arboretum: A Guided Tour, that explores some of the Arb’s lesser-known scientific wonders. The content of this walk will draw on his research and writing. Approximately two hours and three miles. Jagged Ease • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Regulars on the southern Minnesota music scene, Jagged Ease is an acoustic duo playing originals and covering many genres from easy-going lounge to blues-driven ballads. More at jaggedease.com. Theater: The Producers • 2pm

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Sunday Jazz Jam • 2-3:30pm

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. Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra: That’s Entertainment • 3pm

Northfield Middle School Auditorium A musical showcase of pop culture favorites from film and Broadway, featuring guest vocalist Paula Lammers. Advance purchase tickets available at northfieldartsguild.org, 507/645-8877 or at the Northfield Arts Guild. Pay-what-you-want tickets will be available at the door. Suggested admission: $15 adults, $10 students and seniors. Also May 14 in Kenyon. Chinese Music Ensemble Concert • 3-4:30pm

Concert Hall, Carleton, Northfield Gao Hong, director. 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. Dave Hudson • 3-7pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield Dave Hudson has made his way through the Minneapolis music scene writing and singing his own blend of melodic acoustic-rock. His style has been compared to the likes of the Gin Blossoms, U2 and the Counting Crows. More at davehudsonmusic.com. On the Lily PADio. Cancelled if bad weather.

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Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield Teams compete for prizes and bragging rights. $5/team, $1 off drinks. MONDAY, MAY 16 Truck and Tractor Night • 6:15-7:30pm

Northfield Community Resource Center parking lot, Northfield Everyone is invited to this annual event where big and little people alike can enjoy exploring different vehicles and heavy equipment like fire trucks, police cars, tractors, a race car and more. The event will be rescheduled to May 19 if there is inclement weather. 507/664-3750 for more info. Bingo • 7pm

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Riverside Park, Northfield Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through October. Heart to Heart: Cardiac Exercise and Risk Prevention • 5:30-7:30pm

Northfield High School auditorium Community Services teams up with Allina Medical Clinic and the Minneapolis Heart Institute to offer this free community presentation. Hosted by Dr. Saul McBroom of Allina Medical Clinic. Dr. Robert Schwartz of the Minneapolis Heart Institute will speak on “Distance Running – Cardiac Friend or Foe?” Dr. David Hurrell of the Minneapolis Heart Institute will speak on “The What and Why of Cardiovascular Testing.” Light refreshments will be served. Preregistration is requested. 507/664-3649 or northfieldschools.org for more info and registration. Class ID is HEART-W16A. “I Do” Book Reading • 7pm

The HideAway Coffeehouse and Wine Bar, Northfield Part of The HideAway’s 10 anniversary celebration. Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30-10pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Every Tuesday night show up with your unplugged instrument of choice and jam – or just show up and listen. WEDNESDAY, MAY 18 Brick Oven Pizza • 4-8:30pm

Red Barn Farm, Northfield Bring your own chair/blanket, beverage, plate and napkin. More at redbarnfarmofnorthfield.com. WALK! Guided Walk in the Carleton Arboretum • 6:30-8pm

Arb kiosk, Recreation Center, Carleton, Northfield Arboretum Director Nancy Braker guides a walk of the trails and wilds of the Upper Arboretum. Wear long pants and good walking shoes to protect your legs off-trail.

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Giants of Gypsy Jazz: Stephane Wrembel Band • 7:30pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater He’s been called “a revelation” by Rolling Stone magazine. Woody Allen recruited him to score the theme to the 2012 Academy Award-winning film Midnight in Paris. To say that French-born guitarist/composer Stephane Wrembel – who learned his craft among the Gypsies at campsites in the French countryside – has already had a remarkable career would be an understatement. But this virtuoso, who is now Brooklyn-based, has truly just begun to make his mark as one of the most original guitar voices in contemporary music. The band includes Thor Jensen (guitar), Kell Nollenberger (bass) and Nick Anderson (drums). Tickets: $25 general, $45 premium, available at hotspotmusic.org/giants. Premium tickets include front section seating, “meet the artists” pre-show reception and a free pass to the 2016 Midwest Gypsy Swing Fest in Madison, WI. Rants & Recitations (Open Mic) • 9-11:30pm

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Northfield VFW Have coffee with some of the bravest veterans of foreign wars. Public welcome. WALK! Photo Exhibition Opening Reception: Walking Caron Park • 3:30- 4:30pm

Weitz 148, Carleton College, Northfield St. Olaf and Carleton photography students collaborate to visually represent a remnant of the Big Woods. This is a joint project between Prof. Linda Rossi (Carleton) and Prof. Meg Ojala (St. Olaf) in which their students accompanied two naturalists on a walk through Caron Park. Wall text by students will describe their experience. WALK! Lecture by Walking Artist-in-Residence Phil Smith • 4:30-5:45pm

Weitz Cinema, Carleton, Northfield “Walking Beyond Romantic Fusion: Differences in Exploratory Walking.” Leading English walker and writer Phil Smith considers the differences and entanglements between walkers in the Romantic tradition (from contemporary leisure walkers to the “new nature writers”) and radical walking artists. Steven J. Schmidt • 6-8pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Each of Schmidt’s more than 200 songs is like a bottle of fine, bourbon barrel-aged stout. He performs rich, full-flavored original tunes crafted over the last 40 years. A highly skilled guitarist some refer to as “a folkie with chops,” Schmidt is Photo Kate Klaus noted for his fingerpicking, novel chord voicings, use of alternative tunings and playing up the neck. Bar Bingo • 6pm

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Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield On the Lily PADio. Cancelled if bad weather. Joe Fahey • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield As a solo artist and with his bands Carp 18 and The Bottom 40, Fahey has been a favorite on the Twin Cities blues and folk-rock scene for decades and is an award-winning and critically acclaimed singer/songwriter. Fahey’s latest release, Bushnell’s Turtle, has been featured on 89.3 The Current’s Local Show. Fahey’s style will appeal to fans of artists like Neil Young, Jonathan Richman, Vic Chesnutt, Wilco and Josh Ritter. Cowaroke • 9pm

Theater: Latino Play Festival • 7pm

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Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield High-energy acoustic singer/songwriter playing rock, country and alternative music from many past and current artists like Keith Urban, Bon Jovi, Miranda Lambert, Matchbox Twenty, Ryan Adams, Bruno Mars and more. Ross has played in various projects around the Twin Cities and nationally for more than 20 years. (In inclement weather, show moves to 9pm-12:30am inside.) Theater: The Producers • 7:30pm

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The Tavern Lounge, Northfield Singer/songwriter Joe Carey has been active in Minnesota’s music scene for more than 15 years playing with several local bands, namely Loft, The Careys, Love Songs for Angry Men and his newest endeavor, The Chinwaggers. His sound is best described as a soulful roots rock band with a twist of twang.

DJ and Karaoke • 9pm-1am

Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield By Speedo Entertainment. FRIDAY, MAY 20 Northfield Farmers Market • 11:45am-1pm

Riverside Park, Northfield Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through October. HideAway 10th Anniversary Bash • 3-10pm

The HideAway Coffeehouse and Wine Bar, Northfield Hourly drawings, cake stout cask tap at 4pm, music by Sweet Jazz – Christina Schwietz (vocals), Peter Webb (keyboard), David Miller (drums, flugelhorn, melodica) and Bruce Jensen (bass). Mark Allen • 5:30-8:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield “Some songs old, some songs new, some songs country, some songs blues.” With a voice that brings to mind Gordon Lightfoot he artfully picks and strums through songs ranging from the Beatles’ Blackbird to Warren Zevon’s Poor, Poor Pitiful Me. His own songs I Still Can’t See, Me and My Tattoo and Easy Money will give you cause to reflect – and laugh – at the real-life characters that are portrayed. High School Honors Artists Reception • 7-9pm

Northfield Arts Guild See exhibits page.

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Carleton Choir Concert • 8-9:30pm

Concert Hall, Carleton, Northfield Lawrence Burnett, Director. Highlights from the operettas of Gilbert & Sullivan. DJ • 9-11pm

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield The Sartennes • 9-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Tim Sigler • 9:30pm-close

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville A great country act who is playing with various national acts. Whether it’s George Strait, Garth Brooks, Johnny Cash or Keith Urban – Sigler plays all of your favorite country songs. SATURDAY, MAY 21 BirdFest • 8am-12pm

River Bend Nature Center, Faribault Join local ornithologists (scientists who study birds) for a celebration of the spring bird migration. Have you ever had the chance to hold on to a Northern Cardinal or a Downy Woodpecker? Bird banders will be at BirdFest to band birds and you may have the chance to help release them after they are banded. The morning will include bird activities, guided bird hikes and bird games. There will be a birds of prey show with live birds at 11am. Come for the morning or just for the show. Event is $10 members, $12 nonmembers. Bird show is $6 members, $8 nonmembers.

G.R.O.W.S. Garden Club Plant Sale • 8am-12pm

Faribault Senior Center Parking Lot Proceeds will be used to purchase trees and flowers for Faribault’s city parks. For details, contact Pauline at 507/334-9598. Rice County Historical Society Flea Market • 8am-2pm

Rice County Historical Society, Faribault Vendors will bring a wonderful variety of items to shop for, including antiques, collectibles, crafts, glassware, kitchen appliances, wood benches and more. Bottled water and coffee will be available for purchase. The RCHS Museum of History will be open to the public free of charge. Vendors of any experience level are invited to reserve 10'x20' stalls for $20 prior to the day of the event. Remaining spaces will be available for $25 on the day of the event. Vendors will be able to start setting up at 5:30am. 507/332-2121 for more info. WALK! David Lefkowitz’s Peripatetic Gallery Tour of Northfield • 9am

Gather at the Weitz Center for Creativity, Carleton, Northfield A one-day wandering, evolving exhibition – all day, all around Northfield – departing from Weitz Center at 9am and roaming around town from from 9am-noon and again from 3-7pm. The Peripatetic Gallery is a roving alternative space on wheels that is at once a model – a scaled down representation of a gallery – and a fully operational non-commercial art space. Northfield Farmers Market • 9-11am

Riverside Park, Northfield Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through October.

Dundas Armed Forces Day • 10am-6pm

11988 Faribault Blvd., Dundas Authors, veterans and military swap meet, food and drinks. WWIIthemed battles, military living history, home front civilian life, ladies fashion show, weapons demonstrations, military vehicles, field hospital demos, lectures and more. Hosted by Rice County Steam and Gas Engines Inc. Admission: $8 with a non-perishable food item, $10 without, $6 ages 7-12, free for kids under 7 and WWII veterans. Also May 22. Vinnie Rose • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Rose’s vision of more than a decade has culminated in a genre-crossing, explosive dance pop that seamlessly meanders through rock, country and Americana. Minnesota/Wisconsin locals are quick to recall weekend cabin trips to the lake while listening to Castin’ to the Wine and Lake Country. Love song enthusiasts enjoy the simple yet meticulously produced compositions of In the Air, She Dreams and My Bride. Rose’s social commentary added to his energetic performances is always a crowd favorite. Theater: Latino Play Festival • 2pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page.

Northfield Dance Academy Spring Recital • 2pm

Northfield Middle School Tickets $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Call 507/645-4068 or visit northfielddance.com for more info.

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, May 21, continued Bar Bingo • 3pm

Northfield VFW

Exhibit Reception: Jamie Solberg, Tracie Thompson • 6:30-7:45pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota See exhibits page.

Optimum Trajectory • 6:30-8:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield A jazz quintet based in the Twin Cities. Their repertoire spans jazz classics from the ’30s to the ’50s and contemporary jazz and originals. Band members include Ira Adelman (alto and tenor saxophones), Garth Anderson (drums), Jeff Gurney (acoustic and electric bass), Steve Hillson (trumpet and flugelhorn) and Tim McNamara (guitar). More at optimum-trajectory-jazz.com. Dave Hudson • 7-11pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield Dave Hudson made his way through the Minneapolis music scene writing and singing his own blend of melodic acoustic-rock music. His style has been compared to the likes of the Gin Blossoms, U2 and the Counting Crows. His selfstyled mix of cover songs ranging from the ’80s, ’90s and today, blended with his own recorded and nationally released music, has kept crowds coming back for more. (In inclement weather, show moves to 9pm-12:30am inside.) Close to You: the Music of the Carpenters Featuring Lisa Rock • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault Lisa Rock has written more than 15 original concerts and cabarets that have been seen across the country. Now Rock has arranged a six-piece band complete with backup singers, and together they are dedicated to creating a Carpenters experience like no other. Rock’s amazing four octave range allows her to sing the hits like We’ve Only Just Begun and Rainy Days and Mondays in their original key, keeping the songs genuine and more recognizable for the audience. “When she hits the lower range of her marvelous voice,” notes critic Alan Bresloff, “if you close your eyes, you can see Karen Carpenter’s face.” Tickets: $17 members, $22 nonmembers, $10 students, available at the box office, 507/332-7372 or paradisecenterforthearts.org/tickets/. Theater: The Producers • 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Peter Mayer • 8pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota With breathtaking guitar work and intelligent lyrics to match, Peter Mayer delivers richly layered songs about interconnectedness and the human journey. Tickets: $20 advance, $23 at the door, available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616.

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Giants of Gypsy Jazz: Robin Nolan Trio w/ Harmonious Wail • 8pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater One of the world’s most respected exponents of gypsy jazz guitar since Django Reinhardt, Englishman Robin Nolan’s nomadic lifestyle has taken him on a romantic and passionate musical journey that’s rarely traveled in these fast-moving, fame-obsessed Robin Nolan Trio times. Harmonious Wail presents smoldering vocals laced among jazzy mandolin and guitar – an infectious blend of continental jazz, swing, gypsy music and melodic vocals. Tickets: $25 general, $45 premium, available at hotspotmusic.org/giants. Premium tickets include front section seating, “meet the artists” pre-show reception and a free pass to the 2016 Midwest Gypsy Swing Fest in Madison, WI. Vicky Emerson & Sarah Morris • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield “Vicky Emerson has voice like a fallen angel that’s as pretty as it is strong, and now she backs it up with growing lyrical depth and richly blue Americana arrangements on her third album, Wake Me When the Wind Dies Down.” – Star Tribune “Rootsy singer Sarah Morris offers a Norah Jones-like approach to Americana/alt-country, smoothing over its rough edges with a butter-velvety voice and an intimate songwriting style.” – Chris Riemenschneider, Star Tribune The Wreck • 9-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield One of the Twin Cities most popular party bands, The Wreck plays a wide variety of covers ranging from blues, soul and R&B to rock, country and a little new wave. The group, featuring vocalist Colleen Martin Oake (Lolo’s Ghost), got its start as students “back in the day” at St. Olaf College. DJ • 9pm-1am

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield SUNDAY, MAY 22 Dundas Armed Forces Day • 10am-6pm

Hot Spot Music, Northfield Learn from the pros. Guitar, mandolin and vocal workshops led by esteemed members of the Robin Nolan Trio and Harmonious Wail. Workshops are $30 each, with sessions including Jazz Mandolin Harmonious Wail Techniques (10:30am-12pm), Singin’ with Swing (12:30-2pm), Gypsy Rhythm Domination (12:30-2pm), Gypsy Jazz Licks ‘n’ Tricks (2:30-4pm) and Ace of Bass (2:30-4pm). Sign up at hotspotmusic.org/giants.

Joel Kachel • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Original singer/songwriter. A child of the new acoustic pop rock wave with an engaging stage presence and lively music. This high-energy acoustic guitar player will be sure to have you off your seat and wanting more. Theater on Screen Film Screening: Lucia di Lammermoor • 2pm

Weitz Center Cinema, Carleton, Northfield Donizetti’s opera from the Royal Opera House in London. Theater: The Producers • 2pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Northfield Troubadours • 3pm

Bethel Lutheran Church, Northfield The Northfield Troubadours men’s chorus will perform traditional American works in the folk tradition as well as spirituals and patriotic songs. Special guest appearance by the Hymnus Choir of New Prague. Free will offering. Todd Douglas • 3-7pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield On the Lily PADio. Cancelled if bad weather.

Quiz Night • 8pm

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield Teams compete for prizes and bragging rights. $5/team, $1 off drinks. MONDAY, MAY 23 Bingo • 7pm

Carbone’s, Northfield Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

Northfield VFW

Northern Roots Session • 7:30-9pm

Riverside Park, Northfield Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through October. DylanFest • 5-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Annual festival celebrating the music of Bob Dylan on his birthday. Luke Smith (5-5:45pm), Jim Czechowicz (6-6:45pm), Isaac Hill (7-7:45pm), Mark Allen (8-8:45pm), Martin Anderson and The Goods (9pm-late).

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 25

Dave Hudson • 8pm

THURSDAY, MAY 26

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield After cutting his teeth with various college bands and acoustic duos, Dave Hudson made his way through the Minneapolis music scene writing and singing his own blend of melodic acoustic-rock music. His style has been compared to the likes of the Gin Blossoms, U2 and the Counting Crows. His self-styled mix of cover songs ranging from the ’80s, ’90s and today, blended with his own recorded and nationally released music, has kept crowds coming back for more. More at davehudsonmusic.com.

Commanders Coffee • 10am

Cowaroke • 9pm

Brick Oven Pizza • 4-8:30pm

Red Barn Farm, Northfield Bring your own chair/blanket, beverage, plate and napkin. More at redbarnfarmofnorthfield.com. Dan O and Doc Anderson from Bellered Yellers with Special Guests • 9-11pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield

Northfield VFW Have coffee with some of the bravest veterans of foreign wars. Public welcome. Bar Bingo • 6pm

Northfield VFW

The Contented Cow, Northfield DJ and Karaoke • 9pm-1am

Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield By Speedo Entertainment. FRIDAY, MAY 27

Forrest & the Rangers • 6-9pm

Northfield Farmers Market • 11:45am-1pm

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Traditional Irish Music Session •  7-9pm

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield 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.

Riverside Park, Northfield Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through October. MayFly Music Festival • 4-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Niki Becker • 4-6pm – An independent garage pop folk-like singer/songwriter. Becker and her band merge her love of folk and rock music by laying a foundation of electric guitars and powerful drums for her acoustic guitar to dance around on. She colors her playful yet honest lyrics with vocals that are strong, sweet and sometimes haunting. Lakewood Cemetery • 6:30-8:30pm – An indie folk duo comprised of Minneapolis locals Dan Krzykowski (guitar) and Katrina Schleisman. Their original songs span country to bluegrass and folk to rock. Their debut self-titled album was released in summer 2015, and they were recently chosen as semi-finalists for the Star Tribune’s “Are You Local?” 2016 best new band contest. Fathom Lane • 9-11:30pm – Over the span of two critically acclaimed full-length albums (2013’s Fathom Lane and 2012’s Down by Half), Twin Cities-based Fathom Lane has been getting international attention for their wonderfully indefinable sound.

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Sunday, May 15 • 3pm Chinese Music Ensemble Gao Hong, director Friday, May 20 • 8pm Choir Concert Lawrence Burnett, director Friday, May 27 • 8pm Orchestra Concert Hector Valdivia, director

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Movie Night • 5pm (kids), 7:30pm (adults)

Carleton Orchestra Concert • 8-9:30pm

Empire Night • 5:30-8:30pm

DJ • 9-11pm

The HideAway Coffeehouse and Wine Bar, Northfield Each Friday join the HideAway family for a free movie night, with a kids’ movie at 5pm and a 7:30pm movie for adults. Free popcorn. Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Duo Tatiana and John, are veterans of many Twin Cities cover bands. With Tatiana’s amazing vocal range, keyboard and guitar, they blend a wide variety of music including classic standards, contemporary pop/folk and some campy renditions of hits from artists such as Captain & Tennille and Burt Bacharach. Theater: Latino Play Festival • 7pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page. Bar Bingo • 7pm

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas Carey Langer • 7-11pm

Concert Hall, Carleton, Northfield Hector Valdivia, director. Beethoven’s Egmont Overture, Liszt’s Les Preludes and Copland’s Appalachian Spring. Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield Chad Edwards Band • 9:30pm-close

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville The best of country music. Everybody’s old favorites from Merle Haggard to George Strait, along with the latest on country radio. SATURDAY, MAY 28 17th Annual Rice County Steam and Gas Engines Swap Meet & Flea Market • 8am-5pm

Showgrounds, Dundas Food stands with breakfast. Consignment auction at 9am. Auction items accepted May 26 afternoon and all day May 27. Contact Larry Valek at 612/978-6901 or valekauctions.com for more. Rain or shine. Free admission. Also May 29.

Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield Langer, aka “The Human Jukebox,” draws upon his lifelong passion for music to present all your favorites 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 originals. (In inclement weather, show moves to 9pm12:30am inside.)

Northfield Farmers Market • 9-11am

Lonesome Dan Kase • 8pm

En Plein Air Paint-Along with Frederick Somers 10am-3pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield For the last 15 years Lonesome Dan Kase has been playing his unique brand of country-blues on stages throughout the U.S. His live performances showcase his unique finger-picking style and warm vocals as well as his depth of knowledge in the history of the blues. More at lonesomedan.com Texas Hold ‘Em • 8pm

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Riverside Park, Northfield Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through October. Faribault Dog Walk • 9am-12pm

River Bend Nature Center, Faribault All proceeds benefit SAFE Sanctuary, Sertoma of Faribault and River Bend Nature Center. Also an adoption event, and SAFE will have microchipping available. Cost: $20/person, $10 or 18 and under, $50 max/family. All walkers will receive a t-shirt and coffee/ donuts/fruit will be available. Big Woods State Park Minnesota artist, Frederick Somers, who created the Minnesota State Park Permit art in 1996, invites you to join him painting en plein air at the state park. Bring your paints and supplies and choose a spot or just come to watch Somers and other artists as they capture the beauty of Big Woods State Park with their brushes. More at fredericksomers.com.

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, May 28, continued Andrew Walesch • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Whether recording jingles, producing shows, composing and arranging, or singing as a solo artist and with big bands all over the country, Walesch is known for his unique approach to The Great American Songbook. In March of 2015, he premiered his highly successful conception, “100 Years of Sinatra,” to two sold out audiences at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres in the Twin Cities with the Andrew Walesch Big Band. Bar Bingo • 3pm

Northfield VFW

MayFly Music Festival • 4-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield 4-6pm • Dimestore Watch – Covering the deeper cuts of the Americana/Country Alt songbook, DSW’s current lineup includes Bo Aylen, Jim Bauer, Jerry Johnson, John McCormick, Wendy Nordquist and Pete Rossmiller. 6:30-11:30pm • Runes Av Vaskeri/The Jim Ruiz Set/Kinda Kinky Runes Av Vaskeri is a modern-day beat group of the mid-’60s European variety; The Jim Ruiz Set is Jim Ruiz (guitar, vocals, bass), Emily Ruiz (drums, vocal) and Charlotte Crabtree (bass, vocals); Kinda Kinky, a Twin Cities Kinks tribute band, is Dave Randall (vocals, guitar), Keith Patterson (guitar, vocals), Lynn Zecca (bass, vocals) and Steve Kent (drums, vocals). Tim Howe • 5:30-8:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Silky vocals, melodic lines and acoustic guitar. Howe’s been compared to Jason Mraz, Gavin Degraw, Bruno Mars, John Mayer and Howie Day. Theater: Latino Play Festival • 7pm

8th Street Band • 8pm-12am

Johnny Angels, Dennison Northfield natives and local favorites Chad Johnson and Russell Franek are known for their spot-on harmonies and diverse acoustic style and have been playing together since junior high. Their music is at the crossroads between rock and country with a touch of modern folk. Influenced by the likes of Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Bob Seger, CCR, The Rolling Stones, Lynrd Skynrd, Zac Brown, and Tom Petty. DJ • 9pm-1am

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield SUNDAY, MAY 29 17th Annual Rice County Steam and Gas Engines Swap Meet & Flea Market • 8am-5pm

Showgrounds, Dundas Food stands with breakfast. Rain or shine. Free admission. Also May 28. Michael Shynes • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Shynes has a rare ability to blend shades of multiple genres over an acoustic landscape. His songs possess a lyrical depth rarely paired with such universal appeal. Performing regularly at the world renowned Dakota Jazz Club in Minneapolis, as well as having broken ground at the historic Hotel Cafe in Los Angeles, this is a songwriter to watch in the years to come. Sunday Jazz Jam • 2-3:30pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page.

Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield Rice County country rocker and acoustic alternative. His influences range from Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley and Bob Seger to Johnny Reznik and Travis Trill. Covers and originals. On the Lily PADio. Cancelled if bad weather.

Drive South • 7-11pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield An acoustic trio performing eclectic folk and slices of American music fused from folk, country, rhythm and blues and rock and roll. Mark Jeunermann, Mark Hedenstrom and Scott Cummings have been actively involved in the music scene for more than 20 years. With backgrounds rooted in stage, songwriting and recording they look to paint a picture of real people striving for depth, beauty and emotion, creating a tone of genuine heartache and joy that brings about meaning in life. (In inclement weather, show moves to 9pm-12:30am inside.)

Quiz Night • 8pm

Bernie King & The Guilty Pleasures • 8pm

Memorial Day Parade • 10am

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield A high-energy band blending blues, rock and bluegrass into a sound that some have called “bluesgrass.” King’s songs tell tales of worn souls traveling through a landscape of sin and redemption. Live, the four-piece acoustic group aims to please as it plows through these tunes with a signature rhythmic swing. Their recent self-titled CD release can be heard locally on KYMN Radio’s AllWheel Drive.

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Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield Teams compete for prizes and bragging rights. $5/team, $1 off drinks. MONDAY, MAY 30

Downtown Faribault Begins at the Buckham library, travels down Central Ave and ends at Central Park, where there will be live music. Bingo • 7pm

Carbone’s, Northfield Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

Northfield VFW

Northern Roots Session • 7:30-9pm

Riverside Park, Northfield Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through October. West African Drum Ensemble Concert • 4-4:45pm

Great Space, Carleton, Northfield Jay Johnson, director.

Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30-10pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Every Tuesday night show up with your unplugged instrument of choice and jam – or just show up and listen. James Taylor and his All-Star Band • 8pm

Vetter Stone Amphitheater, Mankato Spend an unforgettable night with America’s iconic singer-songwriter James Taylor. Doors open at 7pm. Tickets $68-$92.50. Available at the Verizon Wireless Center Box Office, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or online at ticketmaster.com.

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HISTORIC

HAPPENINGS By Susan Hvistendahl

Thwack! Nineteenth Century Base Ball No, I wasn’t there, but I can imagine “Thwack!” was the sound of ball hitting bat in 19th century “base ball” (two words) which became known as our national pastime, played in almost every town. The sound was definitely not the “Clunk!” or “Ping!” of metal since bats were made of lumber. The first balls were handmade, of variable weights, with a core wound with yarn or string and some stuffing, with a one-piece stitched cover of brown leather. No helmets, masks or gloves were worn by the players. And the rules were quite different from the game we see the Twins play today. For more about that, check out the website 19cbaseball.com or attend a vintage “base ball” game in person (see sidebar on Northfield’s Silver Stars). Return with me now to those early days of “base ball,” henceforth to be (mostly) written as one word for this story. First, I must debunk the notion that Abner Doubleday (181993), a Union general, invented baseball in 1839 in Cooperstown, N.Y. (now home of the Baseball Hall of Fame). This claim was made for him, years after his death, by a panel eager to assert that baseball was America’s own game. In fact, baseball shares connections with bat and ball games such as cricket and rounders in England, which had developed from earlier folk games. Rules for the game as played in the U.S. were first established by the Knickerbockers Club of New York in 1845 and defined further at a convention of clubs held in New York in 1857. Minnesota’s short-lived first team was organized on Aug. 8, 1857, in Dakota County in Nininger City north of Hastings (now existing as the name of a township). When Minnesota became a state in 1858, the capital city of St. Paul fostered growth of the game. Then, when the Civil War broke out in April of 1861 at Ft. Sumter, soldiers carried bats along with equipment of war and played baseball for recreation in training camps, war prisons, even on front lines. After the armies were demobilized in 1865, baseball clubs sprang up anew, including the North Star Base Ball Club, formed in St. Paul on May 9, 1865, whose president and pitcher, Rollin Olin, later became a banker and mayor of Owatonna. (This team promptly took on the Excelsior Club of Ft. Snelling in a home match, winning 38-14, and defeated the new Vermillion club in Hastings 55-21 on July 1.)

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The first known reference to “Base-Ball” is found in this woodcut from A Little Pretty PocketBook, an English children’s book by John Newbery from 1744. The illustration is of rounders, an early bat and ball game. Abraham Lincoln is shown in this 1860 Currier and Ives lithograph poster telling his political opponents that they must remember to have “a good bat” and strike a “fair ball” to make a “clean score” and a “home-run.” During the Civil War baseball was played for recreation by both Union and Confederate soldiers.

Faribault welcomed organized baseball in the spring of 1867 with the creation of the Faribault Base Ball Club, as reported on April 17 in the Central Republican. On July 3, 1867, the newspaper wrote, approvingly, “The game of base ball is one calculated to develop vigor and manly grace, and the boys who choose to practice this healthful amusement will be spending their time to much better advantage than if they were dawdling in the streets, learning to chew tobacco and smoke cigars or watching billiard playing in the saloons.” The editor of the Lake City Leader wrote on Aug. 23, 1867, “The game of Base Ball has become so much the style that nearly every village and hamlet has its club, and to be a member of the first nine is now looked upon as being nearly as honorable a position as a seat in the Legislature.” On Sept. 4, 1867, a club convention was held in St. Paul to form the Minnesota State Association of Base Ball Players. Stew Thornley, in Baseball in Minnesota (Minnesota Historical Society Press, 2006), lists charter members as the North Star Club of St. Paul, the Adriatic of Dundas, Vermillion of Hastings, Union of Lake City, Minnehaha of Northfield, Gopher of Owatonna, Crescent of Red Wing, Arctic of St. Cloud and a Faribault team, with two clubs from Minneapolis (one a junior club). The North Stars won a silver ball symbolic of a state championship in a tournament of five clubs later that month. The North Stars were challenged by Northfield’s Minnehaha Club after defeating Faribault, Hastings and Hudson, WI, in 1868. The first game, held on July 17 before 700 spectators in St. Paul, started with controversy as the umpire rejected St. Paul’s plans to use William Miller of the St. Croix team of Stillwater as pitcher. (It was claimed he was moving to St. Paul.) The St. Paul Dispatch account on July 18, 1868, said the last

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This baseball game at Carleton College in Northfield attracted quite a crowd of spectators in 1883. In the background is Ladies Hall, occupied in January of that year and renamed Gridley Hall in 1886. The St. Paul Daily Globe said the building “surpassed any in the state for splendor and richness.” It was torn down in 1967. Courtesy Carleton College Archives

St. Olaf College in Northfield played its first baseball game against crosstown rival Carleton on May 14, 1887, in this field below Old Main. Carleton won 25-20. Courtesy St. Olaf College Archives

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St. Olaf’s 1888 varsity baseball team had an undefeated season. Left to right: Sitting, Oscar Gilbert, O.C. Narvestad, Prof. Halvor Ytterboe, Lewis O. Johnson. Standing, T. Lysne, A.G. Bjorneby, Halvor Homme, C.J. Rollefson, Simon Bersing. In the early days, professors sometimes played in games. Courtesy St. Olaf College Archives

innings were played “in a blinding rain, amid peals of thunder and flashes of lightning,” which made everything “unnaturally light for a few seconds, and then leaving everything in darkness.” The players, “daubed from head to foot with mud,” played with a slippery ball and with bats which “frequently slipped from the hands of the batters,” almost hitting those who “stood shivering under water-soaked umbrellas” and scorers who were “crouched under the tables” to escape the drenching rain. The umpire stopped the game in the midst of the seventh inning, very much to the disgust of the North Stars, who desired to have it go on, “though the heavens should fall.” The North Stars “went to their Waterloo” 77-38, suffering their “first defeat since their organization.” Minnehaha then beat the North Stars again in Northfield on Aug. 14, by a score of 40-38. But on Sept. 23, Minnehaha lost at home to the St. Croix Club of Stillwater, which kept the silver ball until July of 1869. By 1870, a Northfield team called the Silver Stars was state champion. The Minneapolis Unions came to Northfield to help inaugurate the new Silver Star Park on Sept. 3, 1875, and were defeated 35-10 before a crowd of 400 (admission: 25 cents). The Rice County Journal wrote on Sept. 8 that the “brilliant success” of the Silver Stars has “dampened the ardor” of other clubs to play them. One team that did provide a challenge that fall was the Winona Clippers, who split games with the Silver Stars, losing 14-5 on Sept. 6 and winning 8-1 on Sept. 8. The Clippers had used a black player, W.W. Fisher, as a pitcher/second baseman, recruited from a Chicago team. The Rice County Journal of Aug. 4 had commented about having heard the “hint” that the Clippers had “secured from the east” professionals but, “We don’t believe Winona boys would resort to any such dishonest means to win the game.” Before the Sept. 6 game, members of the Silver Stars wore racially derogatory emblems in protest, which was acknowledged by the Northfield Standard on Sept. 23 as having been in “bad taste.” Controversies continued, but views on being paid to play were changing. On July 18 of 1876, the newly formed Min-

May 2016

In 1891, St. Olaf, Carleton, Pillsbury and Shattuck formed the new Southern Minnesota Inter-Collegiate Base Ball League. St. Olaf took the first pennant, winning all six of its games. Left to right: First step, William Bjornstad, G.A. Bjorneley, Edward Sinkler. Second step, Nels Biron, C.J. Rollefson. At back, Oscar Nelson, Lewis O. Johnson, O. Glesne, Prof. Halvor Ytterboe, manager Herman Biorn. Courtesy St. Olaf College Archives

neapolis Blue Stockings Club played what was called its “first professional game” at home against the champion Silver Stars, winning 12-10. Later in the summer, Northfield’s team won a return game 23-5, then went to Hastings to help open a new ball ground there. There is no record of the Northfield team having played at the time of the James-Younger bank robbery in Northfield on Sept. 7, 1876, though a game was recreated in the 1972 movie, The Great Northfield Minnesota Raid. Cliff Robertson plays Cole Younger who, posing as a visiting cattleman, attends a local baseball game between Northfield and St. Paul (with a majestic mountain range in the background). When Cole is told “Baseball is our national sport,” Cole replies, “Our national sport is shooting and it always will be” and he proceeds to shoot the ball out of the sky with his rifle to end the game. (Coincidentally, Rice County Sheriff Ara Barton, who took charge of the James-Younger Gang after they were captured, was vice president of a baseball club at the time.) Baseball games between schools began in earnest in the 1880s. In June of 1880, the Carletonian lamented, “Athletic sports do not flourish at Carleton.” While “the baseball nine was for a short time revived,” it soon expired. “Leapfrog was for a time all the rage, but as warm weather came it too was too exhausting.” But Carleton was soon to play baseball games with Northfield High School, Pillsbury Academy of Owatonna, Shattuck Military School, Seabury Seminary, the Minnesota School for the Deaf in Faribault and occasionally with the University of Minnesota. And in 1887, heated games began with crosstown rival St. Olaf College. In 1882, Carleton sent a challenge to the University of Minnesota to play a game of baseball. On Sept. 25, as described in Carleton: The First Century (Headley and Jarchow, 1966), “a motley crew composed of two or three University students, several black-balled professionals, a barber, and a few Minneapolis bummers came down to Northfield and represented themselves as the University nine.” The alleged “University

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boys” won 13-9. In May of 1885, Carleton lost a game at the University 26-7. St. Olaf’s first baseball team was formed in the spring of 1887, with Carleton as its opponent on May 14. St. Olaf Associate Archivist Jeff Sauve described the “far from ideal” playing field in the Fall 2014 St. Olaf Magazine. It was located “at the foot of the hill below Old Main on the southeast side of the campus. A raised wooden walkway traversed the outfield for students to climb the hill. More than once, the game paused for the retrieval of a batted ball that had rolled under the walkway. A barbed wire fence across the road served as backstop.” Carleton prevailed 25-20 and won another game 14-11 on May 16 at Carleton. A.G. Bjorneby, Class of 1892, wrote in the Quarter Centennial 1874-1899 Souvenir of St. Olaf College that the losses were due to his team facing a curve ball for the first time. By the second season of 1888, Ole pitcher C.J. Rollefson had mastered the curve and St. Olaf beat Carleton three times, 18-12, 9-7 and 14-13. Bjorneby said that on May 17, St. Olaf defeated the Silver Stars, “once the pride of Northfield and champions of the state.” Another victory of this undefeated season came over the Randolph team, 13-5. Emboldened, the team bought new uniforms for the 1889 season. Losses (including two to the strong Shattuck team) were attributed by the Manitou Messenger to “anxiety to keep the suits neat and clean.” Sauve’s story relates how players had sought funds to buy 20 acres west and north of Ladies Hall for a baseball diamond (comprising the lawn of Agnes Mellby Hall and a good part

of Norway Valley today). With hard labor, nearly all of the 69 enrolled male students who played on seven campus baseball clubs cleared timber, removed stumps and graded the field to prepare for the inaugural game on the grounds against Carleton on May 16, 1890. The Oles won 11-9, despite Carleton scoring five runs at the top of the ninth. Carleton could console themselves with having won 16-3 at home earlier that week. In February of 1891, the Southern Minnesota Inter-Collegiate Base Ball League was formed with St. Olaf, Carleton, Pillsbury and Shattuck playing each other twice. St. Olaf won all six of its games and took the first pennant. Two games played in May were particularly tumultuous, according to the Northfield News of May 16, 1891. Carleton defeated Pillsbury 8-7 in Owatonna on May 11, but the newspaper protested the “outrageous treatment” by the “Pillsbury Nine” that had “hissed and yelled at our plays and tried every device that malice and desperation would suggest to confuse our boys.” (Carleton’s manager said it was good practice for his team to hold their tempers.) St. Olaf then won its first game on May 13, defeating Shattuck of Faribault 4-0. Although St. Olaf won, it was later claimed that “the umpire had a bet of $10 that the Shattuck club would win the game.” Also, the “boisterous and rowdyish conduct” of some of the Shattuck followers during the game was criticized. On July 13, 1892, the Trustees of St. Olaf’s Board received a letter from five faculty members which included the complaint that there was “too much baseball playing.” President Thorbjørn Mohn upheld baseball in May of 1893, telling students the game was “an instrument for improvement both mentally and physically rather than for testing the yelling capacity of

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Carleton’s 1897 baseball team won seven games and tied two. They were intercollegiate champions of the state. Frederick Hill (Class of 1900, shown second from the left in the second row) was the star pitcher and in 1910 provided funds with his wife Deborah Sayles Hill for SaylesHill Gymnasium on campus. This team defeated St. Olaf three times, including an 11-8 victory on June 14 to benefit the “St. Olaf Elm.” Courtesy Carleton College Archives

St. Olaf and Carleton played a benefit baseball game on June 14, 1897, to help preserve a giant elm tree on West Third St. and Forest Ave. in Northfield. Courtesy Northfield Historical Society and the Northfield News

both players and spectators.” In early years, professors even played on the teams. Prof. Halvor Ytterboe, the regular first baseman, extolled athletics for developing character and providing needed exercise. Though Carleton joined a baseball league with Hamline and Macalester in March of 1893, interest in the sport declined for a time. The highlight of baseball in 1894 was when Carleton’s freshman class rejoiced in defeating the sophomores 27-13. Carleton’s varsity barely got by Northfield High School’s team 6-5 in a six-inning practice game that May. Northfield High School’s team tied St. Olaf 5-5 in five innings of play in April of 1895, the same year NHS lost at home to South Side High School of Minneapolis and to Shattuck. However, NHS won two games against Mankato and had good prospects for 1896, the year that an unlikely powerhouse team emerged in town. The Northfield News of April 25, 1896, rhapsodized, “As the warm sunshine brings from mother earth the emerald carpet, lovers of outdoor sport grasp the first opportunity to

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The Northfield City Council’s Sept., 1897, ordinance forbidding anyone to “cut, injure or deface” the tree was nailed on a board to the “St. Olaf Elm” at W. Third St. and Forest Ave. St. Olaf students were protective of the “St. Olaf Elm,” as shown in this photo taken by Edward Michaelson (St. Olaf Class of 1906). Courtesy St. Olaf College