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Exhibits ��2 Theater ��4 November Shorts ��9-10 Happenings �� 11-31

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Special Give to the Max Ad Section � 32-34 Northfield Living Treasures Award �� 39 Historic Happenings: Bruce Smith ��40-44 Clubs, Classes & More �� 45 Advertisers’ Index �� 47 Dining ��46-48 Business & Community Classifieds �� 48

Vol. 8, Issue 11

November 2013 17 Bridge Square Northfield, MN 55057

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Art pieces will be for sale and can be taken home by the buyer at the time of purchase, making the exhibition a wonderful opportunity for gift-buying. Opening Reception: Dec. 6, 6-8pm. Members’ Room:

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320 East Ave., Zumbrota • 507/732-7616 crossingsatcarnegie.com • M/T/W/F 10am-5pm, Th 10am8pm, Sa 10am-4pm Jean Haefele, Kristi Larson – Paintings, collages and photo and drawing collages printed on canvas. Opening Reception: Nov. 9, 5:30pm. 19th Annual Holiday Art Fair – Nov. 22, 12-7pm; Nov. 23, 10am-7:30pm; Nov. 24, 11am-3pm – 14 special guest artists bring their finely-crafted jewelry, handmade soaps, fused glass plates, dolls built from found objects and more to this special indoor art fair. At Friday’s sneak peek, enjoy a glass of wine from 5-7pm. All weekend sip on hot cider and nibble treats as you chat with artists and purchase one-of-a-kind, handcrafted gifts for those on your holiday list.

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Flaten Art Museum

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Northfield Arts Guild at Allina Clinic

1440 Jefferson Rd. • M-T 7am-8pm, F 7am-7pm, Sa 9am-3pm Richard Mittelstadt – through Nov. 16

Northfield Historical Society

408 Division St. • 507/645-9268 • northfieldhistory.org M-Sa 10am-5:30pm, Su 1-5:30pm Northfield and the Civil War –”If war comes, I’m going!” – through Dec. 31

Northfield Senior Center Gallery

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1520 St. Olaf Ave. • stolaf.edu/collections/flaten • 507/7863556 • M/T/W/F 10am-5pm, Th 10am-8pm, Sa/Su 2-5pm Mixed Messages: Twentieth Century Chinese Prints – Nov. 1-Dec. 8 – Drawn from a collection of prints recently donated to St. Olaf College, this exhibit illuminates an era that transformed China as it moved from Confucianism through Communism to Consumerism.Traditional Chinese New Year’s prints, Communist propaganda posters, rare Chinese magazines and unique fine art highlight issues of modernity, shifting gender roles and China’s relationship to the West. This bilingual exhibition is co-curated by professors Karil Kucera and Ka Wong in collaboration with the students of Visual Culture in Modern China and Professor Wong’s Foreign Language Across the Curriculum class. Opening Reception/Lecture by Richard Bodman, Professor Emeritus of Chinese and Asian Studies, Nov. 1 (Lecture: Dittmann Center 305, 7-7:30pm; Reception: Flaten Art Museum 7:30-9pm.)

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Northfield Arts Guild

304 Division St. • 507/645-8877 • northfieldartsguild.org M-F 10am-5pm, visit website for weekend hours “The Space Between” – Oct. 18-Nov. 16. Photographs by Mat Brutger and sculpture by Kristi Kuder. Kuder’s wire sculptures delicately encompass space in forms tangible and diaphanous, while Brutger’s photographs ask the viewer for the ideas that stretch in the created spaces. Both artists employ light and image to construct intriguing depth. The works entice the audience to look deeper into the confines and contemplate the movement of shadows and emotions that course through the pieces. Annual Members’ Exhibition – Nov. 22-Dec. 27 – A wide variety of work including ceramics, paintings, prints and sculpture.

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321 Central Ave., Faribault • 507/332-7372 Tu/W/F/Sa 12-5pm, Th 12-8pm, Su/M closed Carlander Family Gallery:

Annual Member Show – through Nov. 12 Rose-Marie James: “Glass, Color, Passion” – Nov. 19-Jan. 7. Artist Reception: Nov. 22, 5-7pm. Corey Lyn Creger Memorial Gallery:

Claire Ellendson – through Nov. 12 Adam McCauley: Paintings from the Pitt St. Series – Nov. 19-Jan. 7. Artist Reception: Nov. 22, 5-7pm. Festival of Centerpieces – Nov. 14-16 – One-of-a-kind, handmade centerpieces are auctioned off. Bidding will start opening night, Thursday, Nov. 8 from 5-8pm. The silent auction will close Nov. 16 at 10pm during the Evening of Elegance.

200 State Ave., Faribault Featured artists: Barb Pendergrass, Evan Ishmael, Katrina Smith, Julie Schroeder, Xena Goldman, Jim Foreman and Harry Meyering Center Painting Club.

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Weitz Center for Creativity, 320 3rd St., Northfield • 507/222-4469 M-W 11am-6pm, Th-F 11am-9pm, Sa-Su noon-4pm Directed: the Intersection of Book, Film and Visual Narrative – through Nov. 3. An exhibition exploring the common territory of two engaging artistic practices: book arts and film

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Don’t Hug Me – I’m Pregnant

Nov. 1-3; Fr-Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault Bunyan Bay, Minnesota – Clara and Gunner Johnson, owners of “The Bunyan” bar, are eight-and-a-half months pregnant with their first child and today Clara’s looking forward to her baby shower, getting lots of presents and taking a break from her raging hormones. Suddenly a freak snowstorm hits Bunyan Bay and they’re snowed in. No one can get in or leave. Clara goes into labor and Gunner realizes he’s going to have to deliver the baby in the bar. Wonder of the World

Nov 1, 2, 8, 9, 11, 14, 15 and 16 at 7:30pm. Sun, Nov 17 at 2pm Black Box Theatre, Burnsville Performing Arts Center A shocking discovery compels Cass to abandon her marriage and her comfortable, predictable lifestyle, sending her on a surprisefilled odyssey in search of a new life and all the experiences she thinks have passed her by. She encounters one bizarre character after another in this fast-paced, desperately funny play. Presented by the Cameleon Theater Circle. Tickets $20 adults/$17 seniors, students and groups of 8+. More at burnsvillepac.com. Apostle on the Edge

Nov. 2, 7:30pm and Nov. 3, 2pm Theater Building, Haugen Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield A solo performance interpreting the life and letters of the Apostle Paul, written and performed by Jim Hanson (St. Olaf Dept. of Religion), directed by John Woehrle. Tickets (free) available at the door one hour before the performance, or may be reserved through apostletickets@gmail.com. Children’s Letters to God, The Musical

Nov. 2, 2 and 7:30pm and Nov. 3, 3pm Lakeville Area Arts Center “Dear God, How did you know you were God?” “Dear God, Are you really invisible or is that just a trick?” These are just some of the hard questions and revelations that make up Homeward Bound Theater Company’s presentation of Children’s Letters to God, the new musical inspired by the international best-selling book. This family friendly, feel-good show is a reflection of the questions kids have for the Big Guy, with a universal message which crosses the boundaries of age, geography and religion. Tickets: $18 adults/$15 seniors and students and available at lakevilleareaartscenter.com or 952/985-4640.

Nov. 7-9 and 14-16, 7:30pm (doors open at 7) Hobgoblin Music Loft, Red Wing Soap Box Players present this show of Greed. Lust. Power. Cookies. Just another murderous day at the office. A new play by local author Michelle Meyer. Tickets: $9.99, at the door., Trials, Tribulations and Christmas Decorations

Nov. 8-9, 15-16 and 22-23 at 7:30pm; Nov. 10, 17 and 24 at 2pm. Lakeville Area Arts Center Expressions Community Theater presents this seasonal treat. Kim’s widowed dad, John, is a grinch, and she’s decided to break him out of his rut by inviting several unwanted guests. When they all get iced in together, seasonal madness ensues, and it’s a Christmas John will never forget. Tickets $13 and available at lakevilleareaartscenter.com or by calling 952/985-4640. Urinetown

Nov. 8-9, 15-17; F/Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Northfield High School Auditorium An uproariously funny musical depicting greed, corruption, love and revolution in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. A 20-year drought, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides he’s had enough and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom. Tickets: $8 adults, $6 students, available in the NHS office. In The Heights

Nov. 15-16, 21-23, 7:30pm; Nov. 17, 2pm; Nov. 24, 1pm Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield Music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, book by Quiara Alegria Hudes. This award-winning musical is about life in Washington Heights, New York, a tight-knit community where coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, windows are always open and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. Winner of the 2008 Tony Awards for Best Musical, Best Score, Best Choreography and Best Orchestrations. Reserved seating: $8 at 507/786-8987. An Evening with Mark Twain

Nov. 22, 7pm and Nov. 23, 2pm Black Box Theatre, Burnsville Performing Arts Center 175 years ago our world was made a more humorous, reflective and better place with the birth of Samuel Lanhorne Clemens, later known as Mark Twain. Now his writings, lectures and stories come to life through this wonderfully interactive performance of actor/ writer and Twain scholar Michael Bateson. Tickets $17. More at burnsvillepac.com.

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CONSPIRACY & A PINT Friday, Nov. 22nd is the 50th anniversary of the assassination of JFK. Who killed him and why? Find out on the three Sundays leading up to that fateful day in 1963. Starting at 6 pm

the Healthy Community Initiative, the Northfield Retirement Community and the Northfield Area United Way. People-to-people helpers include HealthFinders Collaborative, Rice County Habitat for Humanity, HOPE Center and the Community Action Center. The Laura Baker Association, WINGS, and the Northfield based Catalyst Foundation provide support and dignity to neighbors near and far. All are easy to find, on our pages, online and on the phone. And if you’re looking to preserve our history, there’s no need to go further than the Save the Northfield Depot and the Northfield Historical Society. Is your interest education? Check out the Prairie Creek Community School, Arcadia or the Friends and Foundation of the Northfield Public Library.

Northfield Gives at the Grand

Give to the Max Day began in 2009 as a way to support non- profits online, through GiveMN.org. Its annual one-day, one-stop-shopping blitz brings out statewide givers in droves; last year alone, generous Minnesotans gave more than $13 million to the hardworking organizations that do so much for us. This year, Give to the Max Day is going up-close and personal, making it easy for you to give back to your very own neighborhood. Join other givers on Nov. 14 from 5 to 9pm at the Grand Event Center in downtown Northfield, for Northfield Gives at the Grand. Sponsored by Apple Chevrolet Buick of Northfield, the celebration features an evening of live music and entertainment, a chance for a local non-profit to win a Golden Ticket and an opportunity for you to get to know a number of excellent local organizations just a little bit better. Can’t make it to the event, but want to contribute? Just go to the Give to the Max advertising section on pages 32-34, where you can follow your own passion and make sure your dollars are doing the same at GiveMN.org. Interested in the environment? Check out the good folks at the Cannon River Watershed Partnership or the Friends of Way Park. Community builders listed include the Northfield Downtown Development Corporation, Northfield Area Foundation, the Northfield Senior Center, the Northfield Area Family YMCA,

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Then there are the arts. No one who lives here needs to be told what an arts-full environment we live in, and here’s your chance to support organizations such as the Northfield Youth Choirs, the Vintage Band Festival, the Northfield Fine Arts Booster Club and the Northfield Arts Guild. And if you just want to make sure that other could-be pets end up with as much love as yours, just click on Prairie’s Edge Humane Society, and help ensure a homeless cat or dog a safe place to live. So remember the date: Nov.14 – and please give to the max – at the Grand, or on your own at GiveMN.org.

Danse Macabre

Come for the ghoul and stay for the cool – Danse Macabre, the Northfield Arts Guild’s cabaret-style fundraiser is back, and it’s a one-night-only event. Held Nov. 1 at 7pm at the Arts Guild Theater, and sponsored by Leota Goodney CPA, this Northfield production celebrates the art of dance in all its fire and diversity. Those lucky enough to score tickets can even be part of the show; the audience is invited to come in costume and stay for the after-show dance party, with live music by Ray Coudret’s band Why Not. Unfortunately, this is a SOLD OUT event. However, the performers are encouraging those who couldn’t get tickets to come to the tech rehearsal Oct. 29 (Act 1) and/or 30 (Act 2). A goodwill donation is also encouraged. See page 11 for details.

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Becky Schlegel at the Crossings

A prodigious songwriter recognized numerous times by the International Bluegrass Association and the Minnesota Music Academy, Becky Schlegel’s insightful lyrics and tremulous soprano have graced numerous CDs and venues across the country, including Prairie Home Companion and Midwest Country. A South Dakota native who now resides in Nashville, Becky cut her musical teeth in the Minneapolis music scene; now welcome her back to Minnesota on Nov. 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Crossings in Zumbrota. On stage with the High 48’s, Becky’s music – a fusion of folk, blues and country – warms the coldest of autumn nights. For tickets and information, go to crossings@ carnegie.com or call 507/732-7616.

From Farm to Thanksgiving Table

When is getting a farm-fresh, free-range, hormone-free Thanksgiving turkey more than getting a farm-fresh, free-range hormone-free Thanksgiving turkey? When it’s part of a festival that includes live music, holiday samples and a workshop on turkey roasting from chef Donald Selmer. Join the flock at Turkey Fest 2013 at Ferndale Farm in Cannon Falls for all things holiday dinner; the festival runs Nov. 23rd 10-3 and 24th 11-3, at this family farm’s onsite store. For more information on what’s happening when and directions to the farm, call 507/263-4556 or go to ferndalemarketonline.com. And remember to reserve a turkey of your own today – quantities are limited, and they go fast.

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The Magic of Jared Sherlock

Magic with the giggles? You heard it here first; now come see it for yourself. Join Jared Sherlock, illusionist and comic magician, on Nov. 14 at 7:30pm at Shattuck St. Mary’s in Faribault for a delightful evening of modern magic, illusions, comedy, dancing – and a story or two to boot. An evening that’s bound to be a blast for young and old alike, Jared serves up the laughs with a slight of hand on the side. For more information and tickets, call 507/333-1620 or go to www.s-sm.org.

Mixed Messages: Twentieth Century Chinese Prints

The layering of messages – visual, text, political and cultural – can have a powerful and sometimes devastating impact on the societies they’re created for. Nowhere is this more apparent than in China. Mixed Messages: Twentieth Century Chinese Prints explores the Chinese journey in print from Confucianism through Communism to Consumerism in an extraordinary exhibit at the Flaten Art Museum at St Olaf College in Northfield, from Nov. 1-Dec. 8. From traditional New Year’s prints and fine art prints to Communist propaganda posters and rare Chinese magazines, this breathtaking show examines issues of modernity, shifting gender roles and China’s changing position on the world’s stage. The exhibit is co-curated by professors Karil Kucera and Ka Wong in collaboration with the students of AS270 Visual Culture in Modern China and Foreign Language Across the Curriculum class. See page 2 for opening reception details.

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HAPPE N I NG S WEDNESDAYS: Mooove It! • 10pm

Contented Cow, Northfield DJ dance party with Terry VanDeWalker. THURSDAYS: DJ and Karaoke • 9pm-1am

Froggy Bottoms, Northfield By Speedo Entertainment. FRIDAYS: Bar Bingo • 7pm

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas DJ Music • 9pm-1am

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield Karaoke • 9pm-1am

Fridays, Nov. 8 and 22 Boston’s, Faribault

SATURDAYS: DJ Music • 9pm

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29 Cantorei • 7:30pm

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield Castle Rock N Roll, Castle Rock

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Contented Cow, Northfield The focus for the first three in November will be the assassination of JFK. Friday, Nov. 22 is the 50th anniversary of that fateful 1963 day. Quiz Night • 8pm

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Danse Macabre Sold Out Nov. 1

The public is invited, though, to tech nights – full dances and costumes, 7pm Oct. 29 (Act 1) and Oct. 30 (Act 2) at the Northfield Arts Guild Theater. Goodwill donations will go to the theater lighting fund. See more on page 9.

Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30-10pm

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Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31 Theater: Don’t Hug Me – I’m Pregnant • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. Ian Thomas Alexy • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield Alexy, known as a solo artist and as half of the national-touring Americana roots duo Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank. returns in support of his critically acclaimed CD release, Born on the Day of the Dead. More at ianalexy.com. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Maria Coyne & Rose Dennis • 5-7pm

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Children’s Letters to God, The Musical

Saturday, November 2, 2 & 7:30 p.m. Sunday, November 3, 3 p.m. A reflection on all the questions kids have for the Big Guy carrying a universal message which crosses boundaries of age, geography and religion. Produced by Homeward Bound Theatre.Tickets: $18 Adult/$15 Senior/Student

Trials, Tribulations, and Christmas Decorations

November 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 7:30 p.m. November 10, 17, 24, 2 p.m. Expressions Community Theater presents this seasonal treat. Kim’s widowed dad, John, is a grinch, and she’s decided to break him out of his rut by inviting several unwanted guests. When they all get iced in together, seasonal madness ensues, and it’s a Christmas John will never forget. Tickets: $13

Alison Scott’s Soulful Christmas Friday, December 6, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $17.50 Advance $22.50 Door

Simple Gifts with Billy McLaughlin Sunday, December 8, 3 p.m. Tickets: $28.50 Advance $34 Door

Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells December 13-20 Call for times Tickets: $13

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HAPPENINGS Friday, November 1, continued Danse Macabre • 7pm

SOLD OUT (see page 11 for tech

Northfield Arts Guild Theater rehearsal opportunity) The evening celebrates all styles of dance and ends with a dance party with local band Why Not. Costumes encouraged. Proceeds benefit the Northfield Arts Guild. Gallery Lecture/Opening • 7-9pm

Flaten Art Museum, St. Olaf, Northfield See exhibits page. Movember Kickoff Party • 7-9pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Every November Movember is responsible for 30 days of moustache sprouting on thousands of men’s faces around the world to raise awareness and funds for men’s health issues, specifically prostate and testicular cancer initiatives. More at us.movember.com. Theater: Wonder of the World • 7:30pm

Black Box Theatre, Burnsville Performing Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: Don’t Hug Me, I’m Pregnant • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. Druha Trava • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Famed on both sides of the Atlantic for their “Czechgrass” fusion of acoustic, bluegrass, folk and rock. Ben Aaron • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield Aaron brings original folk, blues and Americana songs from the past and present, along with selections from his recent CD release, Blue Winter. Find him at benaaronmusic.com. Faculty Recital: Pianist Sandra Joy Friesen • 8:15pm

Urness Recital Hall, St. Olaf, Northfield Unknown Tactics • 8:30-10:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Potent, culture-mixing rap from Minneapolis.

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Halloween Party • 9pm-close

Elizabeth Barnes • 5-8pm

Froggy Bottoms, Northfield Best costume prizes, DJ music.

The Contented Cow, Northfield An exciting young singer/songwriter from the Twin Cities. Her introspective lyrics and soaring voice are captivating and engaging.

Smokescreen • 9:30pm-close

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville An exciting rock variety band that has been entertaining audiences around the Upper Midwest for more than 20 years. Hicktown Mafia • 10pm

Spike’s, Faribault A five-piece, Southern Minnesota-based country and rock party band playing hits from Johnny Cash to AC/DC. Slapshot • 10pm

D’Sievers • 5-8pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls A group of musicians from Rochester and surrounding Southeast Minnesota communities. The core sextet consists of Steve Sawyer (bass), Eric Straubmuller (piano), Lee Krueger (drums), John Sievers (trombone), Curt Shellum (trumpet) and Dick Rohrbaugh (saxophone). Together they play a variety of music with a focus on improvisation. Beyond Zionism – A New Paradigm for Israel-Palestine • 7pm

Grampa Al’s, Faribault SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Brooke Ellis • 1-4pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls A 20-something-year-old singer/songwriter from Hastings who plays guitar, keyboards and ukulele. Originals as well as covers. Theater: Children’s Letters to God, The Musical 2 and 7:30pm

Lakeville Arts Center See theater page.

Dance: Fresh Space • 2pm

Wagner/Bundgaard Studio One, Dittmann Center, St. Olaf, Northfield A performance of student and faculty work highlighting dances-inprogress as well as completed dances.

Tomson Hall 280, St. Olaf, Northfield Meet Mike Peled, author of The General’s Son: Journey of an Israeli in Palestine. Peled is the son of one of Israel’s most celebrated generals, Matti Peled. Free and open to the public. Ricky Skaggs & Bruce Hornsby with Kentucky Thunder 7:30pm

Main Stage, Burnsville Performing Arts Center Country and bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs and renowed pianist and song-writer Bruce Hornsby collaborate with Skaggs’ razor-sharp band, Kentucky Thunder. Tickets $60/$53. More at burnsvillepac.com. Theater: Wonder of the World • 7:30pm

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HAPPENINGS Saturday November 2, continued Theater: Apostle on the Edge • 7:30pm

Theater Building, Haugen Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield See theater page. Theater: Don’t Hug Me, I’m Pregnant • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. Daisy Dillman Band • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota An original blend of driving country-rock and soaring vocals. Sasha Mercedes • 8pm

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Tavern Lounge, Northfield A feisty folk-rocker that draws you in with her compelling and powerful vocal stylings. Find her at sashamercedes.com. Gel • 8:30-close

Reggie’s Brewhouse, Owatonna Bonnie & the Clydes • 9-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Take a step back and resurrect songs of love, peace and flower power from the late ’60s and early ’70s. The Bonnie is Bonnie Jean Flom. The Clydes are Bill McGrath and Scott McMillan. Big City • 10pm

Spike’s, Faribault TPK: The Pesk Kids • 10pm

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Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Several years ago Patrick found himself and his shaky voice in the spotlight at Nye’s Piano Bar in Minneapolis. The rest is history: opera, musicals, CDs, a gig with the Minnesota Jazz Orchestra and playing the Blue Moon in Croatia. In 2009 he made LA jazz critic Scott Yanow’s book, The Jazz Singers: The Ultimate Guide, and was named Gigmaster.com’s choice for the 2008 Rising Star Award for Best Jazz Singer.

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Training since she was 2, Liza has a solid dance history in Northfield and enjoyed performing as a Hiliner. She’s received training from the Kansas City Ballet School and has a BFA in Dance Performance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She lives in Minneapolis where she dances and teaches at the Continental Dance Company.

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Theater: Don’t Hug Me, I’m Pregnant • 2pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. Theater: Apostle on the Edge • 2pm

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Skoglund Center Auditorium, St. Olaf, Northfield Visiting high school choirs in concert with St. Olaf choir ensembles.

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4 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. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30-10pm

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Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm

Corner Room, Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield A weekly gathering of musicians and listeners who love Irish music. Open to all players of traditional Irish music. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7 Theater: Staff Infection • 7:30pm

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HAPPENINGS Thursday, November 7, continued St. Paul Chamber Orchestra • 7:30pm

Boe Chapel, St. Olaf, Northfield Free and open to the public.

Nick Hensley • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield This singer/songwriter is the mastermind behind the musical collaborative, Love Songs For Angry Men. Hensley has shared the stage with bands like The Hold Steady, Widespread Panic, The Gear Daddies, Trampled By Turtles, The Samples and Big Head Todd and The Monsters. His music has received four-star ratings from Paste magazine, City Pages and Alt Country.com. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Theater: Wonder of the World • 7:30pm

Black Box Theatre, Burnsville Performing Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: Trials, Tribulations and Christmas Decorations 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Mike Midwestern • 8-9pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Indie/rock/folk out of Minneapolis. Bernie King & the Guilty Pleasures • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield A high-energy four-piece acoustic group blending blues, rock and bluegrass, into a sound that some call “Bluesgrass.” King’s songs tell tales of worn souls traveling through a landscape of sin and redemption. Guest Recital: Mark Ponzo, Coronet • 8:15pm

Urness Recital Hall, St. Olaf, Northfield The March Divide • 9-10pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Heaven’s Gate • 9pm

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Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville A high-energy rock band that engages audiences with good hits and a great time.

Agnes A Cappella Fall Concert • 7:30pm

Lion’s Pause, St. Olaf, Northfield Doors open at 7pm. Tickets: $5.

Chris Brooks • 10pm

Theater: Urinetown • 7:30pm

Walter White • 10-11pm

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The Contented Cow, Northfield This singer/songwriter can be found in various places around the Twin Cities playing violin – from wedding and church services to the 7th St. Entry. He lives and breathes music. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Holiday Harvest Food and Wine Festival • 11am-6pm

Walk Like a Man – A Celebration of the Music of Frankie Valli • 7:30pm

Main Stage, Burnsville Performing Arts Center This vocal quartet has been stunning audiences around the world with their Broadway-style musical revue, soaring harmonies and clockwork choreography. Led by world-renowned tenor Val Martinez, who toured as one of the Four Seasons in Frankie Valli’s solo tours. Tickets $51-$71. More at burnsvillepac.com.

Great River Road Wine Trail Enjoy holiday food and wines on the Great River Road Wine Trail. Each ticket holder receives a wine trail glass and a six-bottle wine tote at the first winery visited. That ticket and wine glass entitle the holder to free wine and food tasting at each winery. For information, visit greatriverroadwinetrail.org. Also Nov. 10. $30/person.

Theater: Wonder of the World • 7:30pm

Robert Meany • 1-4pm

John Gorka • 7:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls An award-winning singer/songwriter/pianist from Bloomington best known as the singer/keyboardist for the pop-rock group Terramara. Expects originals and popular songs in the styles of Elton John, Billy Joel, Ben Folds and Harry Connick Jr. Lindsay Pedalty • 5-8pm

Black Box Theatre, Burnsville Performing Arts Center See theater page. Theater: Staff Infection • 7:30pm

Hobgoblin Music Loft, Red Wing See theater page.

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Gorka delivers everything a folk musician should. His music tells stories, expresses deep emotion and invites listeners to reflect. The audience is drawn right into the heart of the music by Gorka’s remarkable baritone voice and the clear tones of his guitar. Theater: Trials, Tribulations and Christmas Decorations • 7:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Lindsay Pedalty brings a fresh voice to the Twin Cities music scene. Her clear, unaffected voice is sophisticated and refreshing. She sings a variety of music including pop, both old and new rock, blues, jazz, standards and even a country tune or two.

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Theater: Urinetown • 7:30pm

Northfield High School See theater page.

Exhibit Opening: Jean Haefele, Kristi Larson • 5:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota See exhibits page.

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, November 9, continued Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing • 7:30-11:30pm

Johnny B Band • 10pm

Spike’s, Faribault

Signature Bar and Grill, Faribault Hot licks, stellar vocals, good food, no cover and dancing.

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Wine, Women & Comedy • 8pm

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Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault Ladies night out is back, so get your girlfriends together for an evening of sophistication, laughter and relaxation. Jason Schommer’s unique comedy style ranges from observational humor based on his life and family to recounting hysterical encounters with infamous celebrities and hilarious commentary of pop culture. Mary Rowles is a knock-out, stand-out comedienne – a combination of Lily Tomlin, Andrea Martin and Celine Dion all rolled into one. Wine sampling 7-8. Tickets: $17 members, $22 nonmembers. Quinn & Meyer • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield Formerly the middle half of Spruce Top Review, Quinn & Meyer perform a wide range of music including folk rock, traditional and contemporary Irish, jazz, pop and eclectica.

Holiday Harvest Food and Wine Festival • 11am-6pm

Joel Kachel • 1-4pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Original high-energy acoustic guitar-playing singer/songwriter. A child of the new acoustic pop rock wave with an engaging stage presence and lively music. Theater: Trials, Tribulations and Christmas Decorations 2pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Hot August Night: The Neil Diamond Concert Experience • 3pm

Burnsville Performing Arts Center Dean Colley has the extraordinary look, moves and sound of Neil Diamond. Backed by his topnotch show band, the show features more than 35 Diamond hits including Cracklin Rosie, Song Sung Blue and Cherry Cherry. Tickets $51-$71. More at burnsvillepac.com.

Carleton Choir and Symphony Band Concert • 8pm

Concert Hall, Carleton, Northfield Choir director Lawrence Burnett. Band director Ron Rodman. Jesus Chrysler • 8:30-close

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Chinese Music Ensemble Recital • 3pm

Nate Penz • 9-11:30pm

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11

Spay-ghetti Dinner/Fundraiser • 5-7pm

Theater: Wonder of the World • 7:30pm

Black Box Theatre, Burnsville Performing Arts Center See theater page. 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, NOVEMBER 12 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, NOVEMBER 13

Northfield Eagles Club An authentic Italian dinner to raise funds for community spayneuter programs. Laptops will also be available, as well, for dinner guests to make a secure Give to the Max donation. Tickets $6 advance/$7 door and available by calling 507/334-7117. Northfield Gives at the Grand • 5-9pm

The Grand Event Center, Northfield Northfield-area non-profits will be upstairs while entertainment is provided down. The Magic of Tim Freeland kicks things off at 5pm, followed by Carleton Juggling F.I.S.H. and St. Olaf’s Swing Dance Club. Matt Arthur and the Bratlanders play 7-9. Admission is free with a $10 donation. This event is sponsored by Apple Chevrolet Buick of Northfield. See more on Give to the Max and local non-profits in our Give to the Max ad section on pages 32-34. Communist Daughter • 7pm

The Chapel, Northfield Johnny & Molly acoustic tour.

Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm

Corner Room, Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield A weekly gathering of musicians and listeners who love Irish music. Open to all players of traditional Irish music.

Jud Hailey • 7-10pm

Guest Recital: Pianist Jenny Lin • 8:15pm

Black Box Theatre, Burnsville Performing Arts Center See theater page.

Urness Recital Hall, St. Olaf, Northfield

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Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault ACM award winner and ten time Vocalist of the Year nominee brings his No. 1 country hits to Faribault. Tickets $35 advance/$45 door and available at 507/332-7372.

Theater: Staff Infection • 7:30pm

Hobgoblin Music Loft, Red Wing See theater page.

Nigel Egg • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield A blues original and veteran of the 1970’s British music scene, Egg has played with legendary groups like Supertramp and Mott the Hoople. His repertoire includes original blues, a few classics and a very personal collection of soulful American roots. He is the recipient of numerous music awards including being a seven-time winner of the “mnspin” music competition sponsored by mnartists.org. More at nigelegg.com. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15

Theater: Wonder of the World • 7:30pm

Black Box Theatre, Burnsville Performing Arts Center See theater page. Theater: Staff Infection • 7:30pm

Hobgoblin Music Loft, Red Wing See theater page.

Early Music Singers/Collegium Musicum • 7:30pm

Boe Chapel, St. Olaf Conducted by Gerald Hoekstra.

Theater: Trials, Tribulations and Christmas Decorations • 7:30pm

Carleton Jazz Piano Studio • 4:30-6:30pm

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Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Scottie Miller Band • 7pm

Knights of Columbus, Owatonna Scottie “Bones” Miller is an American pianist/singer/songwriter born in Minneapolis. His style is a combination of blues, soul, funk and jazz. “Sounds like Dr. John meets The Band at Bruce Springsteen’s house.” Tom Hyslop - Blues Revue Magazine. The band features Mark O’Day (drums), Joe Cruz (guitar) and Kevin Rowe (bass). Cedar Paddle Band • 7-9pm

Theater: In The Heights • 7:30pm Trials, Tribulations and Christmas Decorations

Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield See theater page. Theater: Urinetown • 7:30pm

Northfield High School Auditorium See theater page.

The Contented Cow, Northfield Classic rock, covers, folk and Jimmy Buffett.

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The Tavern Lounge, Northfield This multi-instrumentalist, award-winning songwriter and Minnesota Rock & Country Hall of Famer plays an array of original and cover tunes. He’s toured extensively appeared on television and radio, including A Prairie Home Companion. He has recorded with such bands as The Clearwater Hot Club, The Middle Spunk Creek Boys and The Wisconsin River Bluegrass Boys. More at markkreitzer.com. Orchestra Concert • 8pm

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Maggie Lee Cat Collection Auction 3-6pm

Pre-Holiday Mom’s Day – 9am-5pm

Anna’s Closet, Northfield Hair styling, makeovers, chair massages, snacks and photography (this last one a great gift – families and husbands welcome). Limited seating – appointments last 1-1/2 hours – call 507/645-5239 or 612/532-9565. Minnesota & Northfield History Live • 11am-12pm

Northfield Public Library The Minnesota History Center’s History Players are coming. Using props and artifacts, costumed History Players engage the whole family with their memorable life stories during this 45-minute interactive program. Northfield Historical Society artifacts bring a local touch to the time periods. This series of programs is made possible by grants from the Northfield Healthy Community Initiative, Friends and Foundation of the Library, The Northfield Historical Society and the Northfield Public Library.

Northfield Eagles Club If you knew Maggie Lee – no further explanation needed. If you didn’t – she was Northfield’s First Lady, a lifelong reporter for the Northfield News, a founder of the Northfield Historical Society – and she had a penchant for cats. We lost Maggie this year. Two organizations she cared very much about, the Northfield Historical Society and Prairies Edge Humane Society, are the benefactors (as per her wishes) of proceeds from this auction of her cat-themed antiques and collectibles. Fine Craft Collective Launch • 4-8pm

506 Division St., Northfield Northfield’s annual retail outlet for local artists, staffed by the artists themselves, once again offers holiday shoppers a wonderful collection of fine crafts for everyone their list. The Collective is open Mon-Sat 10-6 and Sun 12-4 through Dec. 24. More at finecraftcollective.com Relativity • 5-8pm

Cheese and Chocolate Weekend • 12-5pm

Three Rivers Wine Trail All the Three Rivers Wine Trail wineries will have cheese and chocolate vendors (with samples), along with award-winning wines. All will be available for purchase. Free and open to the public. Also Nov. 17. Andrew Walesch • 1-4pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Classic and original blues and jazz by “the boy with the voice.”

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Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault Celebrate the arts with Paradise and dance the night away with the St. Olaf Jazz Band. This formal attire, black tie optional event is a truly elegant evening out with friends and loved ones. During the night final bidding will take place on the Festival of Centerpieces Silent Auction. Martha Scanlan: 411 Concert Series • 7:30pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater Scanlan first gained national recognition for her songwriting at the prestigious Chris Austin songwriting contest at Merlefest in 2004, where she won awards in two categories. With the Reeltime Travelers, she was featured on the soundtrack for the film Cold Mountain, produced by Grammy Award winner T-Bone Burnett. Since then she has collaborated and shared the stage with a variety of roots musicians including Alison Krauss, Emmylou Harris, Levon Helm, Ollabelle, Black Prairie, Ralph Stanley and Norman and Nancy Blake. Doors open at 7. Tickets: $20 available at the door and at northieldartsguild.org. Chastity Brown and Brandon Sampson • 7:30pm

Theater: Trials, Tribulations and Christmas Decorations 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: Urinetown • 7:30pm

Northfield High School Auditorium See theater page. Becky Schlegel • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Schlegel has a gift for taking life’s experiences and transforming them into songs that are passionate and unique. Her music is a fusion of folk, bluegrass and country. See more on Schlegel on page 10. Theater: In The Heights • 7:30pm

Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield See theater page.

Long Time Gone Bluegrass Band • 7:30-11:30pm

Signature Bar and Grill, Faribault Classic high lonesome bluegrass and hot licks.

Owatonna Art Center Tickets $25 advance, $30 door at oacarts.org. Theater: Wonder of the World • 7:30pm

Black Box Theatre, Burnsville Performing Arts Center See theater page. Theater: Staff Infection • 7:30pm

Hobgoblin Music Loft, Red Wing See theater page.

Jeff Ray • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield This singer/songwriter blues artist performs regularly throughout North America and Europe and has shared the stage with the likes of Chris Smither, Justin Townes Earle, Spider John Koerner, Pat Donohue, Retribution Gospel Choir, Dawes, Charlie Parr and James Hunter. More at jeffraymusic.com.

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, November 16, continued Tommy Boy • 8:30-close

Reggie’s Brewhouse, Owatonna Optimum Trajectory • 9-11pm

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. American Hitmen • 10pm

Andrew Walesch • 1-4pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Blues and jazz by “the boy with the voice.” A great variety of classics and originals. Theater: Wonder of the World • 2pm

Black Box Theatre, Burnsville Performing Arts Center See theater page. Theater: Trials, Tribulations and Christmas Decorations 2pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: Urinetown • 2pm

Northfield High School Auditorium See theater page.

Spike’s, Faribault You may know them from the popular TV series America’s Got Talent, and they do have talent. This band made it up the ranks before losing position in the tail end.

Theater: In The Heights • 2pm

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17

Northern Roots Session • 7:30-9pm

Cheese and Chocolate Weekend • 12-5pm

Three Rivers Wine Trail See Nov. 16 desc.

Concert Series and Events Jazz Concert • Sunday, Nov 3rd • 3pm Combined Carleton Choir & Symphony Band Concert Saturday, Nov 9 • 8pm Chinese Music Ensemble Recital • Sunday, Nov 10 • 3pm

Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield See theater page. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18

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Dave Hudson • 7-10pm

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20

Rudy’s Redeye Grill, Lakeville Dave Hudson’s blend of melodic acoustic-rock 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, is what has kept crowds coming back for more.

Sister • 7-9pm

German Film Series: Nirgendwo in Afrika • 7pm

Artist Open House • 10am-4pm

2001 Lincoln St. S., Northfield Glass artist Geralyn Thelen. More at justmegeralynandglass.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.

HideAway Coffeehouse and Wine Bar, Northfield The Girl Who Changed the World – an original collection of music, poetry and sassy fun that supports and uplifts women. Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm

Corner Room, Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield A weekly gathering of musicians and listeners who love Irish music. Open to all players of traditional Irish music. Charlie Quimby Reading • 7:30pm

Dittmann Center 305, St. Olaf, Northfield A German Jewish family flees to Kenya and lives in exile during the Nazi years. Based on the autobiographical novel by Stefanie Zweig. In German with English subtitles. Wine Club – Holiday Show • 7-9pm

The Grand Event Center, Northfield Sample and purchase wines at a discount. Just in time for the holidays. Open to the public.

Monkey See, Monkey Read, Northfield Quimby will read from his novel Monument Road.

Theater: In The Heights • 7:30pm

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21

Mark Mraz • 8pm

IT! Factory Open House • 6-9pm

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Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield See theater page. The Tavern Lounge, Northfield Everybody’s favorite “piano man” is back tickling the ivories and performing favorites along with a trove of golden oldies and classic covers. More at mrazbrothers.com.

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HAPPENINGS Thursday, November 21, continued

Percussion Ensemble • 8:15pm

Urness Recital Hall, St. Olaf, Northfield Directed by David Hagedorn. Sikk Dood • 9-11pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield

An Evening with Mark Twain • 7pm

Black Box Theatre, Burnsville Performing Arts Center See theater page. Theater: Trials, Tribulations and Christmas Decorations 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: In The Heights • 7:30pm

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22 Posing Paws • 4-7pm

Schrader Photography, Dundas Get your photo taken and burned to a disc for only $25. All proceeds benefit Prairies Edge Humane Society. No need to pause on this one...just in time for Christmas. Appointments, please, at 507/334-7117. Also Nov. 23. Artist Reception: Rose-Marie James and Adam McCauley 5-7pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See exhibits page.

Friends of the Northfield Public Library Trivia Bee: A Benefit to Support Our Library • 7pm

The Grand Event Center, Northfield Prizes, cash bar and music and dancing to The Counterfactuals. Register your team of four by Monday, Nov. 18, with a tax-deductible gift of $100 or more. Spectators welcome; suggested donation at the door. Details and registration at northfieldlibraryfriends.org.

Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield See theater page.

Lonesome Dan Kase • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield For 15 years, Lonesome Dan Kase has been playing his unique brand of country-blues on stages throughout the U.S showcasing his unique fingerpicking style, warm vocals and extensive knowledge of blues history. More at lonesomedan.com. Stone Soup • 8-10:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Concert: Jazz 1 • 8:15pm

Lion’s Pause, St. Olaf, Northfield David Hagedorn, conductor. Turpentine Wine • 9pm-12am

Froggy Bottoms, Northfield Cherrygun • 9:30pm-close

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville Non-stop rock, country and dance pop hits that draw every partier to the dance floor.

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23

Dr. Who 50th Anniversary Season Premier •1pm

Ferndale Turkey Fest 2013 • 10am-3pm

Ferndale Market, Cannon Falls Live music by Tony Newes and In Tandem. Turkey roasting class led by Executive Chef Donald Selmer at 10am (Saturday only). Local holiday samples throughout the market. Lots of holiday meal and gift ideas. First chance to pick up a fresh turkey. Also Nov. 24. Posing Paws • 10am-3pm

Schrader Photography, Dundas See Nov. 22 description.

The Contented Cow, Northfield Jagged Ease • 1-4pm

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. An Evening with Mark Twain • 2pm

Black Box Theatre, Burnsville Performing Arts Center See theater page. Occasional Jazz • 5-7pm

Nouveau Release Party • 12-8pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Come and celebrate the history of Nouveau wine, a delightful wine that originated in Beaujolais, France, to commemorate the end of the harvest season.

The Contented Cow, Northfield Mainstream classic jazz of Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, Duke Ellington, Dave Brubeck and others in the same style. Cedar Peddle • 5-8pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Classic rock, covers, folk and Jimmy Buffett.

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, November 23, continued

Covered Bridge, Zumbrota Cajun boogie: a blend of traditional Cajun, Creole and Zydeco rhythms mixed with honky tonk.

Theater: Trials, Tribulations and Christmas Decorations 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

“Pet Sounds” Tribute to the Beach Boys • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Collective Unconscious returns to Zumbrota for a repeat performance of their Beach Boys tribute. They perform an “album concert,” faithfully reproducing each Pet Sounds song with an 18-piece orchestra plus guest performers. There’s even a theremin involved – a Russian-inverted electronic musical instrument played without physical contact. It’s used on Good Vibrations. Theater: In The Heights • 7:30pm

Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield See theater page.

The Slamming Doors • 9-11pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Funky grooves and bluesy meloThe Swamp Kings dies – the sort of band you’d want to hear at your favorite watering hole on a Friday night, once the working week has given way to a hard-won weekend. Iron Horse • 10pm

Spike’s, Faribault Minnesota’s most sought-out six-piece high-energy modern country act. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24

Art Vandalay • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield Renowned “kick-ass Americana band” (Hindsight Harmonies). This Twin Cities ensemble is back in support of their latest release, Heaven’s Operahouse. The group’s laid-back roots rock draws on influences ranging from Neil Young, Gram Parsons and John Prine to The Eels and Tom Petty. More at artvandalaytunes.wordpress.com. Pop Rocks • 8pm

Grampa Al’s, Faribault

Ferndale Turkey Fest 2013 • 11am-3pm

Ferndale Market, Cannon Falls Live music by The Moonlight Duo. See Nov. 23 description. Theater: In The Heights • 1pm

Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield See theater page. In Tandem, Brenda Owens, Lee Mensinger • 1-4pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Owens and Mensinger are an acoustic duo from Cannon Valley that performs a variety of folk, blues, bluegrass and traditional standards.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Theater: Trials, Tribulations and Christmas Decorations • 2pm

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Wendy Smith & Lori Williams • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield Smith (vocals, guitar, accordion) is best known fronting one of Northfield’s hottest bands, The Zillionaires, and Williams (alto sax, vocals, piano) has toured the nation with Jackson Browne and others.

Concert: Jazz II and III • 4:30pm

Lion’s Pause, St. Olaf, Northfield David Hagedorn, conductor.

St. Olaf Philharmonia • 7:30pm

Skoglund Center, St. Olaf, Northfield Michael Santora, interim conductor.

Mullet River Boys • 8-10:30pm

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25

The Contented Cow, Northfield Jazz.

Northern Roots Session • 7:30-9pm

Pan-O-Prog Reloaded • 9pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Every Tuesday night show up with your unplugged instrument of choice and jam – or just show up and listen. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27 Traditional Irish Music Session 7-9pm

Corner Room, Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield A weekly gathering of musicians and listeners who love Irish music. Open to all players of traditional Irish music. R.J. Blu • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield Minnesota-born singer/songwriter RJ Blu has performed across the nation. His “slapn-pop-finger-rakin’” acoustic guitar is akin to the rhythmic stylings of Keller Williams. His passionate, gut-bucket vocals call back to a time when churches didn’t have microphones and singers sang to be heard. Dave Hudson • 9pm-12am

Froggy Bottoms, Northfield After cutting his teeth with various college bands and acoustic duos, Dave Hudson made his way through the Minneapolis music scene by 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, is what has kept crowds coming back for more.

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Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville With Good for Gary and Ageless. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30 Daniel Switch • 1-4pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls A fantastic and engaging acoustic artist who plays a large variety of well-known covers with great guitar ballads. Tony Williams • 5-8pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Tony Williams’ solo performance feature a variety of classical, flamenco and jazz originals as well as some Americana/classic cover songs. He was voted the winner of KARE 11’s “The Voice: Minnesota” contest 2011. Long Time Gone Bluegrass Band 7pm

Hobgoblin Music Loft, Red Wing Third annual holiday concert. Tickets: $15. Multe • 7-9pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Traditional Nordic music.

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Michael Johnson • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Best known for his 1978 hit Bluer than Blue, Johnson’s musical career has moved forward with a 2012 album, Moonlit Déjà Vu. End of MOVEMBER Party 7:30pm-12am

The Contented Cow, Northfield See Nov. 1 description. Rich Prenier • 8pm

The Tavern Lounge, Northfield Prenier, one-half of the popular duo, The Tumeni Brothers, covers a wide and eclectic range of music from artists like Matchbox 20, Eric Clapton, Incubus, The Beatles, Alice Cooper and even Lady Gaga.

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Sponsored by Apple Chevrolet Buick of Northfield. 5-7pm: The Magic of Tim Freeland • Carleton Juggling F.I.S.H. • St. Olaf Swing Dance Club 7-9pm: Rock out to Matt Arthur and the Bratlanders Upstairs throughout the evening you’ll find local non-profits, all of whom will have a chance at a Northfield “Golden Ticket.” Your donation at the event increases their odds. Admission: FREE with a $10 donation to a Northfield non-profit, on site or earlier in the day waypark.blogspot.com friendsofwaypark@gmail.com PO Box 342 Northfield, MN 55057 A volunteer driven non-profit working to ensure that Northfield’s Way Park remains a treasured and well used community resource.

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Northfield Historical Society 507/645-9268 • northfieldhistory.org To serve as the primary stewards of the unique history of the Northfield area, fostering an awareness of its meaning and relevance through the discovery, documentation, preservation and interpretation of our collective stories.

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Fesler-Lampert Performing Art Series THE MAGIC OF JARED SHERLOCK

Thursday, November 14 7:30pm Come and be entertained by this exciting young illusionist and comic magician. Jared’s show fuses modern magic and illusions with comedy, dancing and storytelling.

Acoustic Roots Music Series TIM SPARKS & GREG HERRIGES

Thursday, December 5 7:30pm Two of Minnesota’s best acoustic guitarists pair up for a rare concert called A Winter Wandering that features guitar music from around the world.

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Northfield Living Treasures Award Nominations Wanted The Arts and Culture Commission (ACC) of the City of Northfield is once again seeking nominees for its annual Northfield Living Treasures Award, sponsored by the Northfield News. The ACC invites Northfielders to submit the name of anyone whom they feel is deserving of the award by Nov. 9, 2013. Nomination forms can be picked up at the Northfield News, the Library, the Arts Guild, the Historical Society, the Northfield Convention and Visitors Bureau, and at Northfield City Hall, as well as accessed online at all the above organizations’ websites. Completed nomination forms should be turned in at the circulation desk of the Northfield Public Library or at the City Administrator’s office at City Hall. Northfield’s Living Treasure’s Award honors those individuals who have, over a period of time, made significant contributions to Northfield in, through, or on behalf of arts and culture, so as to enhance the reputation of the city and the quality of life of its citizens. The 2011 recipients were sculptor and visual artist Ray Jacobson and theatre director, performer

Northfield Living Treasure Recipients have been (top to bottom): Ray Jacobson (2011), Myrna Johnson (2011), Cora Scholz (2012) and Paul Niemisto (2013).

and arts-community leader Myrna Johnson. Cora Scholz, who founded and led the Northfield Youth Choirs was the 2012 recipient. Vintage Band Festival founder and Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra founder and conductor, Paul Niemisto, was the recipient in 2013. Normally, one recipient will be named by the ACC each year: either a practitioner in one of the arts or a supporter/advocate/ arts or cultural leader. The award is one of recognition and has no financial value. The recipients’ photo and biographical information along with their name engraved on a permanent plaque will be displayed prominently at City Hall. Awards will be made in person by the ACC, the Mayor, and a representative of the Northfield News at a public ceremony. Criteria for nomination are adapted from the United Nations guidelines to countries, states, and cities, which also offer such awards: • The nominee must be living and a Northfield area resident. • The nominee must have amassed a body of work that demonstrates consistency of excellence. • The nominee must be an inspiration to others. • Personal admirable attributes that the nominee may possess include: kindness, courage, wisdom, grace, authenticity, humor, humility, respectfulness and generosity. • The nominee is encouraged to serve the community and share his or her expertise for a period of no less than 12 months from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 during the year after receiving the award, to the extent they are able. Nomination forms must be co-signed by three persons without family ties to the nominee. The nominee must also sign the form, indicating his/her willingness to be considered.

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Bruce Smith: Minnesota’s Only Heisman Trophy Winner If you are living in Faribault, you probably have heard the name Bruce Smith. As in: Bruce Smith Memorial Field, the Bruce Smith Golf Classic, a Bruce Smith exhibit at the Rice County Historical Society. If you are a hard-core football fan, you may know Smith as the football hero from Faribault High’s class of 1938 who went on to help the University of Minnesota win back-to-back national championships in 1940 and 1941 and was the only Minnesota football player to ever win the Heisman Trophy as the most outstanding college player of 1941.

in a 34-13 win. The Gophers then wrapped up the season with a 41-6 victory over Wisconsin and their second national title in a row. Coach Bierman said that Smith was “a completely unselfish, dedicated team player. He could do it all – a brilliant runner, a deadly tackler, a devastating blocker, an excellent passer and a good kicker.” It was no wonder that Smith was awarded the Heisman Trophy in 1941. Nevertheless, when he found out he had won the Heisman, his characteristically modest comment was, “I have to pinch myself every five minutes. I can’t believe it’s true. There are hundreds of other guys who deserve it – not me.” Within the voluminous files on Bruce Smith at the Rice County Historical Society, I found a letter from Lucius and an essay by Bruce to be particularly illuminating about his upbringing and the kind of athlete – and person – that he was.

On Aug. 25, 1941, before Bruce’s senior year as a Gopher, his proud father, Lucius, wrote a letter to Gordon Gammack of the Des One oft-told tale is that Bruce Smith’s father, Lucius Smith, Moines Register and Tribune a longtime Faribault attorney who had played for the in response to a request for Golden Gophers in 1910 and 1911, groomed his son to information about this emergavenge a 6-0 loss at arch-rival Michigan on Nov. 19, 1910, ing star. Lucius said that Bruce which had spoiled an undefeated season. In the 1972 book was born on Feb. 8, 1920, into Gold Glory by Richard Rainbolt, Lucius Smith said, “I felt a Faribault family of Irish, Faribault High School’s most versatile because of my inexperience at tackle, I was partly respon- athlete Bruce Smith (Class of 1938) was Scottish and Scandinavian sible for the loss to Michigan. Someone said I had made destined for greatness in football at the roots. Lucius’ own parents the statement that someday I would have a boy who would University of Minnesota. The FHS athletic had refused written permisshow up Michigan. I never even thought such a thing, but field was named after him in 1968. Courtesy sion for him to play football in of the Rice County Historical Society Collection. the myth grew.” Faribault, but Lucius practiced punting and dropkicking on his own and carried this over when he Even without this revenge theme, the game Bruce Smith played and his wife Emma started their own family of five children. on Nov. 9, 1940, for the undefeated Gophers against undefeated Michigan before a home crowd of 64,000 at Memorial Stadium was Lucius wrote: “Kicking, passing and tackling practice has been the stuff of legends. Bruce Smith considered it “definitely the high going on in (and I mean in) and around our home since the oldest mark of my football career.” It was a stormy day with a sloppy field. boy was five years old…We passed, drop-kicked and tackled in the Michigan was leading 6-0 towards the end of the first half and had yard and living room to the despair of the rest of the family and the recovered a blocked punt inside the Minnesota five-yard line. But a destruction of chandeliers and furniture.” Gopher interception in the end zone gave the ball back to MinneLucius noted that Bruce had won more than a dozen letters, playsota at the 20. The speedy halfback Smith got the ball on a reverse ing football all through high school (with All-State honors in 1937 and took off for a spectacular 80-yard touchdown run, considered and 1938) and having been on the golf and basketball teams since one of the best TDs in Gopher history. The successful point after 8th grade. Bruce was high point man his last two years, taking his won the game, as there was no scoring in the second half. basketball team as far as the state tournament his senior year. All The next year in Ann Arbor, the Gophers won again, 7-0, with this in spite of bouts with pneumonia and even a broken leg. Bruce team captain Smith setting up the only score with a pass. Despite won the American Legion award for athletic and scholastic excela knee injury which kept Smith out of the next two games against lence and continued with excellent marks at the university. Northwestern and Nebraska, Minnesota entered the game against Lucius gave this insight into his son’s philosophy: “He is happier Iowa with a 6-0 record. Head coach Bernie Bierman yielded to over a perfect block than a touchdown run. His idea is that the Smith’s pleas to go into the game when Minnesota was unable to blocker is working for the team, while the ball-carrier has the move the ball in the first quarter. Incredibly, Smith then accounted team working for him. The man who can’t gain with ten good men for all the Gopher scoring as he ran or passed for five touchdowns helping him had better let someone else try. After running 80 yards

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Bruce Smith’s father Lucius (far left) played on the Univ. of Minn. football team and felt partly responsible for a Nov. 19, 1910, loss at Michigan which Bruce allegedly “avenged” in 1940. These two pictures are from the “Foot Ball” program of Nov. 12, 1910, at Northrup Field when Minnesota defeated Wisconsin 28-0. (In the course of research, Susan Hvistendahl discovered her great-uncle Rueben Rosenwald at right was an All Big Ten first team halfback on this team with Lucius Smith.) (Top right): Bruce Smith won the Heisman Trophy as outstanding college football player of the year in 1941. Thirty years later, this illustration honoring Bruce Smith appeared in the Dec. 1971 Downtown Athletic Club Journal for the 37th annual Heisman Memorial Award which was given to Pat Sullivan of Auburn. Left: This is Bruce Smith’s ticket to the Heisman Memorial Football Trophy Award dinner in NYC on Dec. 9, 1941, two days after the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor, which necessitated a revision of Bruce Smith’s planned remarks. All images courtesy of the Rice County Historical Society Collection

against Michigan last fall, he maintained that with the blocking he had his sister, June, could have done as well.” (Or perhaps better. Lucius also wrote of June: “No local boy of her age can outdo her at running, kicking and passing, and she is a vicious tackler.”) At the age of 16, Bruce wrote about himself for a high school speech class (grade: B+). He described himself as weighing 175 pounds, with blue eyes and light brown hair. Then: “I think a small town of this size is a better place for a boy to grow up in than a large city. I have lived in a clean, pleasant and respectable home and have associated with people having the same characteristics.” He recalled his earliest experiences with football in Garfield Grade School: “As I remember it these football games were about 10 percent football and 50 percent arguments and 40 percent fights.” (He had also been a proud member of Miss Ann Anderson’s Garfield Drum Corps.) The current year, he wrote, would be filled with studies, football, basketball and just a “little” dancing. He said that he had been “too bashful to go to a dance,“ but at a “leap year dance” (girl asks boy) last winter, “I learned that even ‘trying’ to dance was an enjoyable pastime.” (Bruce was also a self-taught boogie-woogie piano player of some repute and loved to draw, hunt, fish and study birds.) Now, at the age of 21, this modest young man had been awarded the Heisman Trophy as the best college football player of the year, as decided by 554 sports writers and radio commentators. He was on his way by train to New York City’s Downtown Athletic Club for the presentation, after stopping off in Chicago to accept another

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prestigious award (the Eversharp), and was readying his speech for the audience of 900. But history intervened to change the content when the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, just two days before the Heisman ceremony. On Dec. 9, Smith found his Heisman acceptance speech was to precede further word to the nation on the radio from President F.D. Roosevelt about the “date which will live in infamy.” Smith said, “So much of emotional significance has happened in such a brief space of time, that the task of responding on this occasion leaves me at a loss to assign relative values.” Smith accepted the trophy on behalf of his teammates and “the greatest coach of all time, Bernie Bierman.” Smith then declared, “Those Far Eastern fellows may think that American boys are soft, but I have had and even now have plenty of evidence in black and blue to show that they are making a big mistake. I think that America will owe a great debt to the game of football when we finish this thing off. It keeps millions of American youngsters like myself hard and able to take it, and come back for more, both from a physical standpoint and that of morale. It teaches team play and cooperation, and eggs us on to go out and fight hard for the honor of our school and, likewise, that same spirit can be depended on when we have to fight like blazes to defend our country.” Not long after this, Columbia Pictures called on the photogenic and athletic young man to appear in the movie, Smith of Minnesota. The plot concerns a skeptical screenwriter who comes to the small town of Faribault to see if the All-American, Heisman-winning Smith (playing himself) is as virtuous as advertised. (Spoiler alert: He is.)

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While filming took place in California, actual game footage from Minnesota’s Memorial Stadium was edited in. By the time of the movie’s debut in Sept. of 1942, Smith had won the MVP Award that summer in the College All-Star game against the Chicago Bears and was a flier with the U.S. Navy. He also spent some time playing offense and defense for the Great Lakes Naval Station in Chicago and then for St. Mary’s Flight School in California.

(Left): After Bruce Smith won the Heisman Trophy, Hollywood called on the photogenic and athletic young man seen in this photo to portray himself in the movie Smith of Minnesota in 1942. Courtesy of the Rice County Historical Society Collection. (Right): Faribault carver Ivan Whillock presented this bronze bust he had made of Bruce Smith for the Gopher Hall of Fame at TCF Bank Stadium on Sept. 17, 2011, the 70th anniversary year of Smith’s Heisman award. Gov. Mark Dayton had declared it “Bruce Smith Day” in Minnesota. Courtesy of Ivan Whillock.

Smith went on to play with the Green Bay Packers, mostly on defense, from 1945 to 1948, then briefly for the Los Angeles Rams. Injuries slowed him down. Lucius Smith remembered vividly what happened at a game between Green Bay and the Chicago Bears in 1947: “It was a brawl. I saw Bruce get kicked in the back. He was removed on a stretcher and taken to a hospital. They said he had a ruptured kidney and might die.” Bruce recovered but ended up retiring at the age of 29. Smith had teamed up to start a business in Northfield in 1947 with his hometown friend Gib Dapper, who was also a Navy veteran and had been a football star at St. Thomas. By now, Smith had married a fashion model, Gloria Bardeau, whom he had met during the service. (They went on to have a family of four children, Bonnie,

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Barbara, Bruce and Scott.) The Smith and Dapper Sporting Goods Store replaced the Crary Bookstore in the Freeman Building at 411 Division St. in Northfield (current location of Fashion Fair). Northfield clothier Sid Freeman wrote in 1971 that during Smith’s time in Northfield (which had ended by 1953), Smith had coached kids’ teams and had given sports equipment “at cost or free,” while also helping out with Carleton’s football team, without pay. Freeman also commended Smith’s subsequent work as a salesman for After Six Men’s Formal Wear. Smith’s last job was as a Hamm’s beer distributor in Alexandria, Minnesota. He died of cancer on Aug. 28, 1967, at the age of 47, and was interred in Veteran’s National Cemetery at Ft. Snelling. Sid Freeman was among the pall bearers at his funeral. Smith’s wife, Gloria, wrote a poignant letter about her husband when Smith was being considered for the College Football Hall of Fame. She said they were married for years before Bruce let her see Smith of Minnesota on television. She then wrote, “It is too bad that a movie could not be made on his tremendous courage, during the illness that finally his strength could not overcome” because “that is the true Bruce Smith Story and the test of one man’s greatness, for that far surpasses his feats on the football field.” Smith “lived three months longer than any medical explanation on sheer determination. He wanted to be home, where he could hear the boys playing basketball, and watch the kids water skiing from our porch off the bedroom. He wanted everyone to have as normal a summer as possible.” When Gloria would mention a possible miracle, he would say, “I’m having my miracle, I will have the summer with my family.” And he did, wrote Gloria. “I learned to give him shots, and tried not to let it show on my face when he dwindled from 235 down to 90 pounds. He knew if he ever broke down, I would fall apart, so I guess it was the game of pretend, but that’s the way we played it.”

It did not take long for Smith’s hometown to honor him. On Oct. 17, 1968, the Faribault High School Athletic Field was dedicated as Bruce Smith Memorial Field. And supporters near and far started a movement to get Smith into the College Football Hall of Fame, including Univ. of Michigan star Tom Harmon. Harmon affirmed on Sept. 27, 1971, that Smith “did indeed live and practice the ideals we all expect of an All-American,” and “deserves this accolade as much as anyone I have ever played with or against.” (Harmon, who won the Heisman Trophy himself in 1940 and had already been elected to the Hall of Fame, is the late father of today’s NCIS television star, Mark Harmon.) Minnesota Gov. Wendell Anderson declared Oct. 14, 1972, as Bruce Smith Day, the day Smith was honored at halftime of the Purdue-Minnesota game for his induction. Then, in 1977, Smith’s number 54 became the first Univ. of Minn. number to be retired from the roster.

Stadium at the game the Gophers played against Miami University (Ohio). Faribault fans had been active in promoting this recognition and “Bruce Smith Week” was declared by the city. A contingent of 50 fans made the trek to Minneapolis to salute The Bruce Smith Memorial Display the hometown hero, as (top) at the Rice County Historical Society, funded by the Faribault Jaydid Smith family memcees in 1981, contains items from the bers. Scenes of Smith’s Smith family and a rare replica of the career flashed by on the Heisman Trophy Award that Bruce video screens and trading Smith won in 1941 (inset). cards about Smith were Courtesy of the Rice County Historical distributed. At the end of Society Collection. the first quarter, internationally known wood carver Ivan Whillock of Faribault presented a bronze bust of Smith to be placed in the Gopher Hall of Fame display. (The bust was financed by individuals and businesses in Faribault, led by committee members Bruce Krinke and David Henry. Whillock donated another bronze bust to Faribault High School.)

Another Bruce Smith Day was proclaimed by Gov. Mark Dayton for Sept. 17, 2011. It was the 70th anniversary year of Smith’s Heisman triumph and a celebration was planned for TCF Bank

Also in 2011 the rediscovery of the audio of Smith’s historic Heisman speech at RCHS led to its use in a nine-minute documentary about Smith by Julie Fox of Fox Video Productions and Bruce

Despite his illness, the deeply religious Smith had accompanied a priest, Rev. William J. Cantwell, on hospital rounds, helping to encourage young cancer patients. Though at first unfamiliar with Smith’s football career, Cantwell was impressed by Smith’s devotion to service throughout his physical trials and, 11 years after Smith’s death, nominated Smith for sainthood in the Roman Catholic Church.

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Krinke of Faribault Community Television. The audio became part of an eight-minute “Outside the Lines” segment on Smith on ESPN which first aired on Nov. 6 and included commentary from RCHS Executive Director Susan Garwood and Smith’s sons. Garwood tells me that Bruce Smith’s name is still in the top five inquiries at the historical society. The Bruce Smith Memorial Display case, with many family donated items, is widely viewed at the society. Among the memorabilia in this display, which was funded by the Faribault Jaycees in 1981, is a rare replica of Smith’s Heisman Trophy. It was the persistence of former board president and long-time volunteer member Beverly Nauman that finally led to permission from the Downtown Athletic Club for a replica to be made with the understanding that it “would remain on display and never be sold.” (The cost to RCHS was $1200.) And what of the original Heisman Trophy that Smith won? The Dec. 21, 2005, Echo Press of Alexandria reported that “After 20 bids, another Heisman Trophy was sold. It is believed to be the fifth one to go on the auction block.” The price was nearly $400,000, the “highest amount paid for any Heisman trophy.” At 82, Smith’s widow, Gloria, had said it was time to part with it, along with other memorabilia. The Heisman was bought by Los Angeles businessman, Gary Cypres (an owner of travel and mortgage companies). Cypres had wanted to place the trophy in a special exhibit within a 27,000-square-foot museum he was creating. However, it seems that things did not work out for Cypres as he had planned.

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Cypres’ gigantic Sports Museum of Los Angeles opened in his warehouse south of downtown L.A. in November of 2008 with 30 galleries and a collection of 10,000 items valued at more than $30 million. In addition to Bruce Smith’s Heisman, Cypres had many objects connected to athletes like Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig and Joe DiMaggio, and to teams, mostly from his native New York and from California. (One prize was the famed T206 Honus Wagner baseball card.) Within three months, the Sports Museum had closed due to lack of patrons, attributed to the economy and location of the museum. It has since been open only for special events, such as a premiere of the movie 42 about Jackie Robinson. A New York Times story on Aug. 7, 2013, related how Cypres came of age in the Bronx and started collecting during New York’s Golden Age of baseball of the Yankees, Giants and Dodgers, 194757. Today, nearing 70, Cypres is “hoping to find someone with the means and the belief in its significance and value” to keep his collection together and validate what he calls the “idiotic,” “little boy’s choice” he had made to house his collection in Los Angeles rather than to rent out his warehouse. So, while the fate of Bruce Smith’s Heisman Trophy may be undetermined, you can see the replica of it at the Rice County Historical Society, 1814 N.W. 2nd Ave. in Faribault (ph. 507/332-2121) and reflect on the remarkable life and legacy of Bruce Smith of Minnesota. Thanks to Susan Garwood, Executive Director of the Rice County Historical Society, for her assistance with this story. To see the ESPN video on Smith, go to espn.go.com/video/clip?id=7189867

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307 S. Water St., Northfield â&#x20AC;˘ 507/301-3611 â&#x20AC;˘ Tue-Wed 11am-10pm, Thu-Sat 11-1am, Sun 11am-9pm. Closed Mondays â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Upper-class bar food including appetizers, salads, burgers and more. Open for lunch and dinner. Entrees starting at 5pm. The HideAway Coffeehouse & Wine Bar

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421 Division St., Northfield â&#x20AC;˘ 507/664-0400 Mon-Fri, 6am-10pm, Sat-Sun 7am-10pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cozy bistro atmosphere serving unique appetizers and sandwiches. Coffee drinks, wine and beer specialties. Hogan Brothers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 415 Division St., Northfield â&#x20AC;˘ 645-6653 â&#x20AC;˘ Sun-

Tue 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri and Sat 9 a.m.-10 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Hot hoagies since 1991. Also soup, sandwiches, Espresso, gourmet coffee and ice cream.

The Best Gifts From and To Minnesota are yours at the Sister show! This is your one stop shop for the top ten gifts of the year: music, family, heritage, laughter, fun, hospitality, friends, warmth, harmony and the tree! Enjoy a glass of wine or hot chocolate at a great destination spot for a wonderful December outing. This is more than a Holiday Show, this is the original theatrical experience of the season. The number one gift of the year is also the number one show of the year.

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J. Grundy’s Rueb ‘N’ Stein

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Johnny Angel’s Eatery & Pub

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503 Division St., Northfield • ruebnstein.com • 507/645-6691 11am-close – Great burgers and famous Ruebens. Casual relaxing atmosphere. Huge selection of imported and domestic beers, fine spirits and wines. Game room, happy hour 3:30-6pm, Karaoke on Fridays at 9pm. 37592 Goodhue Ave., Dennison 507/645-6666 • Tue-Thu 4pm-2am, Fri-Sun 12pm-2am – American (Traditional), Italian, Pizza, Sandwiches. Nightly specials include Wednesday-Baby Back Ribs; ThursdaySpecialty Pasta; Friday-Fish Fry; Saturday-King Cut Prime Rib. L&M Bar & Grill

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224 Railway St. N, Dundas • 507/645-8987 – Great burgers, cold beer, pizza, breakfast cooked to order and daily lunch & dinner specials. The friendly place to go in Dundas. Mandarin Garden Restaurant – 107 East 4th St., Northfield

507/645-7101 – MandarinGardenNorthfield.com, Lunch: Wed-Fri 11:30am-2pm, Dinner: Tue-Thu 4:30-9pm. Fri/Sat, 4:30-10pm. Authentic Peking and Szechuan cuisine, freshly prepared, dine-in or takeout, since 1981.

The Ole Store Restaurant

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1011 St. Olaf Ave., Northfield • olestorerestaurant.com • 507/7869400 – Mon-Th 11am-9pm, Fri/Sat 11am-10pm (breakfast: Sat 7am-12pm, Sun 7am-1pm) – Contemporary dining with neighborhood charm. Relax at a table with linens and fresh flowers or sit in our cozy lounge. A full menu including appetizers, rustic flatbread pizzas, salads, soups, entrees, steaks, fresh seafood, sandwiches and gourmet desserts. Reservations available. Quality Bakery and Coffee Shop

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410 Division St., Northfield • 645-8392 – Opens 6 a.m. Tue-Sat – Owned and operated by the Klinkhammer family since 1949. Quality baking from scratch using delicious family recipes with no preservatives. Custom cakes, homemade breads, donuts, pies, cookies, espresso, lunch and more. Quarterback Club

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116 3rd St. W., Northfield • 507/645-7886 • Mon-Sat 6am-9pm, Sun 10:30am-8pm – Family friendly dining in Northfield for 37 years. House specialties include broasted chicken, BBQ ribs and flame-broiled hamburgers.

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DINING Tandem Bagels

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317 Division St., Northfield • tandembagels.com • 507/786-9977 Mon-Fri 7am-5:30pm, Sat 7am-5pm, Sun 7:30am-4pm. Genuine kettle-boiled and hearth-baked bagels. Made-from-scratch baked goods. Breakfast and lunch bagel sandwiches. Hot toasted specialty sandwiches. Fresh, seasonal, local and organic ingredients. Quality, soulful food in an inviting setting, leaving a small carbon footprint with eco-friendly serving materials.

The Tavern of Northfield

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Winjum’s Shady Acres Restaurant

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212 Division St., Northfield • 507/663-0342 • tavernofnorthfield. com • Sun-Thu 6:30am-10pm, Fri-Sat 6:30am-11pm, lounge open daily 3pm-midnight. Located in the historic Archer House since 1984, The Tavern offers casual dining with a wide variety of homemade menu items and specials daily featuring fresh fish on Fridays and prime rib on Saturdays. The Tavern Lounge sports a deck overlooking the Cannon River, appetizers and a full bar with live music Thur-Sat.

17759 177th St W, Faribault, on Roberds Lake winjumsbarandgrill.com – Tue-Sun 11am, Fri and Sat open until 1am. Kitchen open until 10pm. This bar and grill restaurant at Winjum’s Shady Acres Resort has a great view of Roberds Lake near Faribault and is open for lunch and dinner year round. Burgers, salads, sandwiches and pastas. Featuring fish, ribs and steaks. Friday fish fry and Saturday prime rib special.

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Custom window treatments. Hunter Douglas dealer. Northfield. 507/645-9470 mabelsdraperies@alderks.com.

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Flyers, brochures, business cards, newsletters, magazines, promotional materials. Call us today. 507/663-7937.

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Advertise your business here! $8 per line, $12 per headline, $16 per logo. 507-663-7939. teresat@northfieldguide.com ENTERTAINMENT

Kaiti Bodette, Nationally Certified Massage Therapist. willowcreekmassage@gmail.com 507/298-0603. Structural Integration, Daniel Martin

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Practitioner of the work of Dr. Ida Rolf. Yin Yoga instructor. 507/664-9418.

Elegant music. Weddings, receptions, parties and business events. 507/301-3316. Musicmanmiller@charter.net.

Salt & water delivery, Commercial & Residential softeners, drinking water. 507/6456621. culliganwaterminnesota.com TECHNOLOGY

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Got a technology problem? We are your ONSITE solution for Windows and Macintosh. Training • Support • Maintenance • Upgrades www.MrJST.com • 507/786-9578

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11/23: Turkey Roasting 101 with Chef Donald Selmer. Live music by Tony Newes and In Tandem 11/24: Music by Moonlight Duo Local holiday samples, meat and gift ideas. Free-range, antibiotic-free, raised on a third-generation family farm. We treat our turkeys like they’re part of the family. Because since 1939, they have been. Turkey Fest will take place at our on-farm store in Cannon Falls, MN

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