November 2016 Entertainment Guide

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Headliner Americana singer/songwriter Frankie Lee tours in support of his critically acclaimed debut album American Dreamer released in July 2016.

The emerging artist set is provided by Americana singers, Sarah Morris with her pop-tinged, rustic style and Vicky Emerson with folk, blues and traditional country influences. Both artists are superb songwriters. The local opener is The Counterfactuals.

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Thursday, Dec. 8 · 7:30pm – Adults $20, Students $12 This moving musical drama captures an astounding moment in history when Allied and German soldiers laid down their arms to celebrate the holiday together by trading carols, sharing food and drink, playing soccer and burying the dead.

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Ames Center

12600 Nicollet Ave, Burnsville • ames-center.com 952/895-4685 • M-F 9am-5pm, Sa 10am-2pm Minnesota Artists Association – through Dec. 3

Crossings at Carnegie

320 East Ave., Zumbrota • 507/732-7616 crossingsatcarnegie.com • M/T/W/F 10am-5pm, Th 10am8pm, Sa 10am-4pm SEMVA Reunion Exhibit – through Nov. 27 –19 diverse artists share their works. Reception: Nov. 5, 6-7:15pm Holiday Art Fair – Nov. 18, 1-6pm, Nov. 19, 10am-7:30pm, Nov. 20, 11am-3pm – Diverse artists and artisans fill the space with their work at this indoor art fair.

Flaten Art Museum

Dittmann Center, St. Olaf • wp.stolaf.edu/flaten/ 507/786-3556 • M-W 10am-5pm, Th 10am-8pm, Sa-Su 2-5pm Mary Griep: Anastylosis 1998-2016 – through Dec. 18 – Over the past 18 years, Mary Griep, Professor of Art and Associate Dean of Fine Arts at St. Olaf College, has created a body of drawings inspired by sacred architecture of the 11th and 12th centuries from around the world. This exhibit celebrates Griep’s 25 years of teaching at St. Olaf and her long and fruitful artistic career, bringing together the entirety of the large-scale drawings of the Anastylosis Project for the very first time.

Groot Gallery: A Scholar’s Studio: Chinese Works from the Mathonnet-VanderWell Collection – Oct. 28-Dec. 12 – Curated

by Associate Professor of Art and Art History Karil Kucera and Carleton College Professor of Art History Kathleen Ryor, this exhibit highlights recent acquisitions of Chinese ceramics and lacquerware from the VanderWell collection.

Lakeville Area Arts Center

20965 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville • 952/985-4640 LakevilleAreaArtsCenter.com • M-F 8am-4:30pm Northstar Watermedia Society – through Oct. 30 – A national juried watercolor exhibition.

Minnesota Watercolor Society – Nov. 5-30 – Opening Reception: Nov. 5

Northfield Arts Guild

304 Division St. • 507/645-8877 • northfieldartsguild.org T-F 12-6pm, Sa 11am-3pm Main, Member & Up Galleries: Sacred Space – through Oct. 29 – Infrared photographs by Patrick Judd and large-scale paintings

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Fine Craft Collective – Nov. 4-Dec. 24 The Fine Craft Collective celebrates its 13th year as a seasonal co-operative fine craft show featuring 20+ local and regional artists. The show is organized, staffed and promoted almost entirely by those showing their work. This year’s show is organized by Cathy Collison and Heather Lawrenz and will “pop up” in the Main Gallery. Grand Opening Reception: Nov. 10, 5-8pm. Winter Walk Reception: Dec. 8, 4-9pm. Holiday Reception: Dec. 17, 10am-6pm.

Archer House Gallery: Landscapes – through Dec. 31 – Acrylics and pastels by David Killen F-Town Brewing Co. Gallery:

22 4th St. NE, Faribault, M-Tu closed, W-Th 3-9pm, F 3-10pm, Sa 12-10pm, Su Killen 12-3pm New Work – through Dec. 31 – Colorful mixed media by Jill Enestvedt.

Tandem Bagels Gallery:

317 Division St. S, Northfield M-F 7am-5:30pm, Sa 7am-5pm, Su 7:30am-4pm Celebrate A Year of Discovery – through Nov. 22 – Work by A+ Aspire artists and support partners Northfield Arts Guild at Allina Clinic:

1440 Jefferson Rd. • M-T 7am-8pm, F 7am-7pm, Sa 9am-3pm Batiks – through Oct. 31 – Recent work by Susan Hayes Plein Air Paintings – through Jan. 31 – Bob Christy

Northfield Historical Society

408 Division St. • 507/645-9268 • northfieldhistory.org M-Sa 10am-5pm, Su 1-5pm Hometown Ties: Carleton Celebrates 150 Years with Northfield through June 2017 – In honor of Carleton College’s sesquicentennial year, the Northfield Historical Society has partnered with Carleton to highlight the intimate connections between Carleton and its hometown of Northfield, from the College’s founding in 1866 to today.

Malt-O-Meal Originals – through June 2017 – The family of John Campbell, founder of Malt-O-Meal, recently gave historic artifacts and archives that document the growth and development of the company to the Northfield Historical Society. This first exhibit of this collection showcases achievements throughout the company’s history – the first plants and workers, the first customers, the first sales and products, the first radio promotion, the first new products, the first famous television advertisement and the first production facility built outside of Minnesota. NHS will host additional thematic exhibits in 2017 and 2018 before celebrating the centennial of the company with a major exhibit in 2019.

Northfield Senior Center Gallery

1651 Jefferson Pkwy. • 507/664-3700 northfieldseniorcenter.org Daniel Martin’s Collection of Vietnamese Art – through Nov. 20 Annual Senior Open – Nov. 21-Jan. 2 – Reception: Nov. 29, 4-6pm.

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Owatonna Arts Center

435 Garden View Ln., Owatonna • 507/451-0533 oacarts.org • 1-5pm, closed Mondays Painting from Life – through Oct. 30 – by Greg Lipelt Quilts – through Oct. 30 – Applique quilts by internationally known quilter Pat Cox. This series of quilts is based on Japanese crest designs using fabrics that have asymmetrical, oriental designs.

Gayle Cole – Nov. 6-27 – Paintings of invented landscapes and vessels.

Allina Hospital Owatonna Healing Arts:

2250 NW 26th St. • 8am-8pm Artists on display for the summer/fall exhibition include Joyce Frances (Zentangel), Anna Nicholson (painting), Kellylynn Robitaille (glass), Alice Savitski (mixed media), Ken Zylla (painting)

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 Nov. 5 Carlander Family Gallery: C. Anthony Huber Lois Vranesh Boardroom Gallery: David Roers Corey Lyn Creger Memorial Gallery: Bethlehem Academy Students Holly Days Sale – Nov. 10-12 – Paradise Center galleries will be decked out in boutique style and filled with the artistic wares of regional artists. A portion of the sales will help fund continuing programs and exhibits at Paradise. A limited portion of each artist’s work will remain in the gift shop through Dec. 23. Grand Opening: Nov. 10, 3-8pm – A gala event with free hors d’oeuvres, live music and a cash bar to enjoy while browsing through the beautiful array of artistic creations.

Exhibit dates Nov. 18-Jan. 7 Opening Reception: Nov. 18, 5-7pm Carlander Family Gallery: Members Show Lois Vranesh Boardroom Gallery: Tim Pengra Corey Lyn Creger Memorial Gallery: Bethlehem Academy Students

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Perlman Teaching Museum

320 3rd St. E, Northfield • go.carleton.edu/museum/ M-W 11am-6pm, Th-Fr 11am-9pm, Sa-Su 12-4pm Michi: Distinctive Paths, Shared Affinity – through Nov. 16 – Michi showcases 16 Japanese and JapaneseAmerican ceramic artists working in the United States.

While each offers fresh and unique approaches to craft and process, all are united in their Japanese heritage. More at michiexhibition.com.

Independence of Thought: An Unfolding Story 1866-2016 – through Nov. 16 – Exhibition in honor of Carleton’s sesquicentennial curated by students in spring term 2016 courses. The exhibit brings past student experience alive by highlighting five key time modules through immersive displays of artifacts, photographs, publications and audio echoes from the past. Infographics created by students in Professor Bill North’s Carleton in the Archives course, also spring term 2016, help make sense of college history and culture across time.

Steele County Historical Society, Owatonna

1700 Austin Rd. • steelehistorymuseum.org T, W, F 10am-4pm, Th 10am-8pm, Sa 10am-3pm Minnesota Disasters: Stories of Strength & Survival – through December Wedding Traditions of Steele County – through Dec. 31 Vietnam War – through Dec. 31

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Theater Fall Double Feature: How I Became a Pirate and The Little Mermaid and the Prince

Oct. 28-30, F/Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Little Theatre of Owatonna How I Became a Pirate with music by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman. The Little Mermaid and the Prince by Hans Christian Anderson and adapted by Sheila Anderson. Directed by Vidette Ostermeier and Larry Ostermeier. Tickets: $14 adults, $10 students, available at the box office, 507/451-0764 or at littletheatreofowatonna.org starting the Saturday before the show.

The Jungle Book KIDS

Oct. 28-30, F/Sa 7pm, Su 2pm New Prague Middle School Auditorium The jungle is jumpin’ with a jazzy beat in this show presented by Curtain Call Theatre. Specially adapted from the classic Disney animated film, this show features a host of colorful characters and favorite songs from the movie. Banished by the ferocious tiger, Shere Khan, a human boy named Mowgli and his panther friend, Bagheera, are on the run in the deepest parts of the jungle. The two meet a sinister snake named Kaa, a herd of elephants and a giant bear named Baloo, who teaches them the swingin’ musical rhythms of the jungle. After surviving a dangerous encounter with a band of monkeys led by King Louie, Mowgli and Bagheera are forced to run for their lives. When Shere Khan returns, our heroes must rally their fellow animals into battle and restore peace throughout the jungle. Tickets: $10 adults, $5 children under 12, available at the door.

The Rocky Horror Show

Oct. 27-29 7:30pm, Oct. 28-29 midnight Northfield Arts Guild Theater Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show is presented as a fundraiser to benefit the Northfield Arts Guild. In this cult classic, virginal heroes, Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, encounter the dog days of sexual hedonism in the form of a transvestite mad scientist, his wild collection of servants and his latest creation – a muscular man named Rocky. With glam rock, cross-dressing, elaborate choreography and a warped sense of humor, the audience is encouraged – “don’t dream it, be it.” The score includes favorites like The Time Warp, Sweet Transvestite and Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch Me. Appropriate for adult audiences only. Tickets: $15, available at northfieldartsguild.org, 507/645-8877 or at the Northfield Arts Guild.

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The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe

Oct. 28-30, Nov. 3-6, Th/F 7:30pm, Sa/Su 2pm Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault Dramatized by Joseph Robinette. Directed

By Sandee Hardy-Hagen. This new dramatization of C.S. Lewis’ classic, set in the land of Narnia, faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion, his struggle with the White Witch and the adventures of four children who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting, never-to-be-forgotten Narnia. The intense action features chases, duels and escapes as the witch is determined to keep Narnia in her possession and to end the reign of Aslan. All the memorable episodes from the story are represented in this exciting dramatization. Tickets: $14 members, $15 nonmembers, $10 students 12 and under, available at the box office, 507/332-7372 or paradisecenterforthearts.org/tickets/.

Stuart Pimsler Dance and Theater Performance

Oct. 29, 7:30pm Wagner Bundgaard Studio One, Dittmann Center, St. Olaf College, Northfield The internationally recognized Twin Cities-based dance and theater company performs Bohemian Grove and excerpts from Matinee, a piece that will premiere at The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis in February 2017. Bohemian Grove, taking its title from a campground in Northern California where leaders of wealth and power from around the world have gathered for more than 100 years, is a montage of statuesque movement, animal imagery and probing monologues that provide a searing glimpse into the world of the “superclass.” The company’s newest work, Matinee, is a cinematic world of movement-theatre imagery that features a spirited young woman on a train, a man at a threadbare bar and a disillusioned housewife with a penchant for old films that journey into the delicate divide between fantasy and reality. Free and open to the public, reservations required and available at stolaf.edu/dance/eventsperformances.

Girl of the Frozen North

Nov. 4-5, 12-13, F/Sa 7pm, Su 2pm Northfield Senior Center The Senior Center’s annual melodrama. Tickets: $12 adults, $5 children, available at northfieldseniorcenter.org or 507/664-3700.

Auditions: Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward

Dec. 12, 7pm, Cannon Fall High School Auditorium Cannon Community Theater is ramping up for their next dinner theater production. Show dates are Feb. 10-12 and 17-19.

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You Can’t Take It With You

Nov. 4-5, 11-13, F/Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Northfield High School Auditorium At first the Sycamores seem mad, but it is not long before we realize that if they are mad, the rest of the world is madder. This eccentric family allows each member to pursue their own ambitions in the home, but their routine is disrupted when a daughter with a regular job wants to bring her fiancé and his Wall Street family to dinner in George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart’s Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy. There’s a reason that so many high schools stage this show – it’s really well-put together with a wonderful menagerie of characters.

It’s great theatrical fun. Tickets: $7 adults, $5 students, available at the NHS office or at the door.

Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

Nov. 4, 6-7, 11-13, 17-20, M/Th/F/Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Ames Center, Burnsville Directed by Joe Hendren. There’s something unsettling about George and Martha. Their marriage is not what it seems, as Nick and Honey find out when the older couple invites them home after a party. As a friendly gathering slides into mayhem and despair and relationships unravel, liquor and insults flow freely in an atmosphere fraught with tension, emotional manipulation and seduction. Chameleon is proud to partner with Theatre Uncorked to present Edward Albee’s Tony Award-winning drama, widely viewed as a landmark achievement in American playwriting.

17th Annual New Play Festival

Nov. 5 Ames Center, Burnsville Join the cutting edge of theatre. Enjoy the best new works by the winner of the annual New Play Contest, presented for the first time anywhere as stage readings (no sets or costumes) over the course of the day. Come and go as you please and enjoy free coffee, snacks and sandwiches. Stop by for one or two readings, or join for the full day and vote for your favorite. Free.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Nov. 10-12, 18-19, 7:30pm; Nov. 13 and 19, 2pm Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield Directed by Dona Werner Freeman. One of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies, this antic mash-up features haves and have-nots, first loves and long bonds, fairies and asses, all acting on their intense passions for each other. The production will spring from the nature of dreaming itself – the intimate, swirling and intense worlds our dreams present to us during our nightly journeys to the surreal.

Explore the hilarious, painful and ultimately joyful enlightenments that our dreams can bring about. Look for an antic good time as the characters seek to follow their weaving courses of true love that, as this great play tells us, never did run smooth. Tickets: $10 reserved seating, available at 507/786-8987 and one hour prior to a performance. Tickets go on sale Oct. 31.

It’s a Wonderful Life

Nov. 11-13, 17-20, Th-Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Lakeville Area Arts Center Expressions Community Theater presents this saga of George Bailey, the Everyman from the small town of Bedford Falls, whose dreams of escape and adventure have been squashed by family obligations and civic duty. His guardian angel has to descend on Christmas Eve to save him from despair, and to remind him – by showing him what the world would have been like had he never been born – that he has had, after all, a wonderful life. Tickets: $13, available at 952/985-4640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com.

Away in the Basement: A Church Basement Ladies Christmas

Nov. 10, 2 and 7pm Ames Center, Burnsville Away in the Basement takes us back to 1959 and the day of the Sunday School Christmas Program. In the midst of holiday preparations and sprinklings of love in the air, the ladies in their witty, down-to-earth style are creating their own memories from Christmases past and present. Content to do things the way they have always been done yet pondering new ideas, the reality of everyday life hits home as they plan the Sunday School Christmas Program.

As the children rehearse up in the sanctuary, several of the ladies of the kitchen are finishing up the treat bags filled with apples, peanuts and ribbon candy while the others put the final touches on the nativity pieces. As they mend old bathrobe costumes, discuss the politics of who’s going to play the various roles, little do the ladies know what surprises are in store for them. Known for their hilarious antics and subtle charm, they are once again called upon to step in and save the day. Tickets: $30-$40, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com.

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Get Ready for your Holiday Fare

A few events to guide you towards your holiday feasts: Cannon River Winery in Cannon Falls is hosting a Holiday Harvest Nov. 12-13. Complimentary holiday food will be paired with award-winning wines. Nov. 19 the Winery will also host a local chocolate and cheese event. Both events have live music.

If pizza is part of the package, take in Lakeville Area Arts Center’s Pizza, Pilsner and Porter event Nov. 16 where five distinctly different pizza profiles will be paired with their best beer complements.

Ferndale Market in Cannon Falls has their TurkeyFest Nov. 19-20 where you can listen to live music and sample food partner fare from Marieke Gouda, Barsy’s Almonds and Chiqui’s Chocolates. And, naturally, it’s a turkey pickup opportunity (reserve ahead).

Tinsel Town Returns to River City

Hollywood showed up for Northfield’s 2015 Winter Walk and started work on the Hallmark production, Love Always, Santa, filmed in large part in and around Northfield. The film will be premiered Nov. 3 at the Northfield Middle School. This is free and open to the public. Red carpet 6:30pm, screening at 7 with a reception to follow. Free-will donations or non-perishable food items will be appreciated for the Northfield Food Shelf. For more info, call the Chamber at 507/645-5604.

Movie Premier - November 3, 2016 | Northfield Middle School Red Carpet at 6:30pm - Screening at 7:00pm with reception to follow.

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Paying Tribute

Take a step back this month and experience some of yesteryear’s greatest musicians. Regional tributes by a Minnesota Music Hall of Famer, a 17-year-old solo performer and an Elvis impersonator who’s been recognized by Elvis Presley Enterprises are included in the mix: • Linda Ronstadt, Nov. 4 at the Lakeville Area Arts Center • The Everly Brothers, Nov. 5 at Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota • Neil Young, Nov. 12 at Crossing at Carnegie, Zumbrota and Nov. 19 at Village Theater in Faribault • Elvis will be in the house at Paradise Center for the Arts, Nov. 18 • Simon & Garfunkel, Nov. 19 at Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota

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As a poet once quipped, “Nothing comes more from the heart, than a gift of local art.” OK – I just made that up. But there’s truth in it and there are plenty of venues from which to give it a go.

Northfield’s Fine Craft Collective has been a fixture of Northfield’s holiday spirit for more than a decade.

This year’s co-op includes 20+ local artists within the gallery walls of the Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St. Their Opening Reception is Nov. 10. Their holiday reception is Dec. 17. The shop is open daily Nov. 4-Dec. 24. More, including bios and samples, at finecraftcollective.com.

Paradise Center for the Arts’ annual Holly Days Sale is Nov. 10-12 with a Grand Opening Nov. 10. Again – artists fill the galleries, with a portion of proceeds going to support programs and exhibits at the Paradise. Some work will remain in the Gift Shop through Dec. 23.

Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Ave., Zumbrota, has their Annual Holiday Art Fair Nov. 18-20. Artists and artisans fill the Crossings with their work at this indoor art fair. Enjoy hot cider, treats and discounts throughout the gift shop on eclectic treasures, including a 6kidsinfo@entertainmentguidemn.com

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A GREAT Time to Give

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 raised more than $18 million for the hardworking organizations that do so much for us. A great place to start your 2016 GTTM consideration is inside this issue on pages 35-37. Here you’ll find a plethora of local causes – several of which are bound to fit with your generosity.

Interested in the environment? Check out the good folks at the Cannon River Watershed Partnership and River Bend Nature Center.

Community builders listed include the Faribault Foundation, Northfield Downtown Development Corporation, the Northfield Senior Center, the Healthy Community Initiative, the Northfield Retirement Community, the Northfield Area United Way and Three Links. People-to-people helpers include HealthFinders Collaborative, HOPE Center, Northfield Women’s Center, Aging Services for Communities, Rice County Habitat for Humanity and the Community Action Center. The Laura Baker Association provides support and dignity to neighbors in our community. 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 Charter School or the Friends and Foundation of the Northfield Public Library. 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 the Vintage Band Festival, Paradise Center for the Arts 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. 17 – and please give to the max.

Is it better to give or to receive?

The answer is both Nov. 20 when Marilyn Sellars and Steven C headline a benefit performance at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Northfield for Ruth’s House. Though a free concert, most in attendance will not only receive outstanding performances from Sellars, a Northfield High School graduate and Minnesota Rock and Country Hall of Famer and renowned pianist/composer Steven C, but they’ll give back with donations to Ruth’s House, a non-profit that provides transitional housing for women and children in need. What a great way to head © giving.

The Entertainment Guide into the season of thanks and

HAPPE N I NG S The last days of October…

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28 Northfield Farmers Market • 11:45am-1pm

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

Post Harvest Party • 4:30-10:30pm

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27 Commanders Coffee • 10am

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

Public welcome.

Bar Bingo • 6pm

Northfield VFW

Friends of the Northfield Library Annual Team Trivia Bee 7-9pm, doors at 6:30pm

Grand Event Center, Northfield Come to play or just to watch. The Friends welcome back learned Quiz Mistress Jessica Peterson White. Test wits and wisdom to win prizes and trivia glory and support the Public Library while having fun with neighbors. Suggested donation at the door.

Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Celebrate the 2016 harvest with food, wine, beer and live music by Flashmob! and Ashes for April. Flashmob! presents fast-paced, high-energy pop/rock blitz featuring a diverse and unexpected set list. Ashes for April is 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).Tickets: $10 at the door.

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.

Herman & Caroline • 6-8pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield An informal weekly gathering of folks who enjoy playing, singing and listening to traditional Irish music, in the relaxed setting of the Rueb ‘n’ Stein’s corner room. Players and listeners welcome.

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Mill Town Haunt • 6-10pm

Theater: The Rocky Horror Show • 7:30pm

Theater: The Jungle Book KIDS • 7pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page.

Rice County Gas & Steam Engines, Hwy 3, south of Dundas An all-volunteer haunted house with proceeds going to charity and the food shelf. Oct. 28, 29 and 31. 507/301-4268 or milltownhaunt@gmail.com for more info.

New Prague Middle School Auditorium See theater page.

Ian Thomas Alexy • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield In the spirit of Halloween, Ian Thomas Alexy returns to the Lounge with a special evening of solo acoustic renditions of heavy metal classics. Halloween holds a special place in this critically acclaimed musician’s heart, as he was Born on the Day of the Dead (the title of his eighth CD release). More

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Nov. 12th 7pm. Her timing and her material is amazing, and she is guaranteed to leave everyone in your audience laughing, almost to the point of tears. Sponsored By Farmers Insurance­ Patrick Andres Agency $17 Members/ $22 Non­Members/ $10 Students.

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HAPPENINGS Friday, October 28, continued Bar Bingo • 7pm

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas An Evening with Kevin Kling and Friends • 7-8:30pm

Northfield High School Auditorium A special one-night benefit performance for Interact Center for the Visual and Performing Arts. Master storyteller Kevin Kling, awardwinning composer Aaron Gabriel and Interact’s incomparable Ensemble of Artists with Disabilities create an unforgettable evening of theater, humor, music and storytelling. Hear Kling tell real-life stories that by all rights shouldn’t be true. Born with a congenital birth defect, a motorcycle accident added considerably to the list of things he cannot do. But Kling sees every experience as a blessing and material for a darn good story. Best known for his popular commentaries on National Public Radio’s All Things Considered, Kling has worked with Interact for two decades as a playwright, humorist and inspiration through the healing power of his stories.

He joined Interact for Interact Thailand 2014, taking their vision of radical inclusion – a vision of “everybody in” – from the Land of Lakes to the mountains of Chiang Mai. Come for the show, stay for the conversation after. Tickets: $25, available at klingnf.org.

Chris Miller • 7-11pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub & Lily PADio, Northfield Lyrics that will make you cry, a voice that will make you sing and guitar that will make you dance. Throw in a healthy dose of off-the-cuff wit and you’ve got a Chris Miller show. In inclement weather, show moves to 9pm-12:30am inside.

Theater: Fall Double Feature – How I Became a Pirate and The Little Mermaid and the Prince • 7:30pm

Little Theatre of Owatonna See theater page.

Theater: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page.

Theater: The Rocky Horror Show • 7:30pm and midnight

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page.

Lonesome Dan Kase • 8pm

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.

Carleton Symphony Band Concert • 7-8:30pm

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HAPPENINGS Friday, October 28, continued Texas Hold ‘Em • 8pm

Northfield VFW

Vibe Corps • 9-11pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield

Mill Town Haunt • 6-10pm

Rice County Gas & Steam Engines, Hwy 3, south of Dundas An all-volunteer haunted house with proceeds going to charity and the food shelf. Oct. 28, 29 and 31. 507/301-4268 or milltownhaunt@gmail.com for more info.

Theater: The Jungle Book KIDS • 7pm

DJ • 9-11pm

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield

New Prague Middle School Auditorium See theater page.

Rhino • 9:30pm-close

Mark Allen • 7-11pm

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

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29 Northfield Farmers Market • 9-11am

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

ArtMakers Kidstuff Series: “Witch Tales” 10:30am & 1:30pm

ArtMakers Studio, Hotspot Music, Northfield Second in a series of magical kids’ events at ArtMakers Studio (co-located with Hot Spot Music). A celebration of childhood’s favorite witches in stories, songs and puppets.

Andy Tackett • 1:30-4:30pm

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

Theater: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe • 2pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page.

Bats, Bones & Bonfires • 2-6pm

River Bend Nature Center, Faribault A Halloween family festival with fun for all ages. Non-scary activities and entertainment including wagon rides on the prairie, live animals, games, crafts, face painting, bouncy house and more.

Uncle B’s Last Chance BBQ food truck will be selling meals and snacks. Free goody bags for kids while supplies last. Costumes welcome. Admission includes S’mores to roast on the bonfire in the amphitheater, apple cider, hot chocolate and fresh-popped popcorn. Cost: $5/person, $15/family members, $7/person, $20/ family nonmembers. More at rbnc.org/halloween or 507/332-7151.

Bar Bingo • 3pm

Northfield VFW

Norwegian-American Historical Association • 4-8pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Folk music.

Annual Pumpkin Fest in Way Park • 5pm

Way Park, Northfield This year’s festivities include the dedication of the new Rotary Outdoor Musical Plaza. The dedication ceremony will begin at 5pm, followed by the rest of the Pumpkin Fest. Enjoy a concert, and then stay to try out all the instruments. Fall treats, face painting and group games. Bring your pumpkin to display on the Giant Wall of Pumpkins.

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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. In inclement weather, show moves to 9pm-12:30am inside.

Long Time Gone • 7:30pm

Hobgoblin Stoney End Music Loft, Red Wing Long Time Gone isn’t just about traditional bluegrass. The band branches out into old-timey songs of the 1920s and original songs. Double fiddle tunes, a touch of Celtic, hard-driving banjo instrumentals and quite a bit of instrument swapping keeps Long Time Gone shows entertaining. Tickets: $15. Email mndawg@gmail.com or call 651/301-0873 for more info.

Stuart Pimsler Dance and Theater Performance • 7:30pm

Wagner Bundgaard Studio One, Dittmann Center, St. Olaf, Northfield See theater page.

Pop Wagner and Bob Bovee • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Together they’ve produced some of the most spirited traditional music around. They’ll throw in fiddle, harmonica, autoharp, banjo and maybe even some yodeling for good measure.

Tickets: $18 advance, $20 at the door, available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616.

Art in Motion: A Thriller of an Event • 7:30-9pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center Celebrate Halloween with zombies, Frankenstein and other ghoulish characters. The show will culminate in a thrilling zombie dance. Audience members are encouraged to come dressed up for the costume contest. Following the performance will be a reception of Spooktacular treats and refreshments, during which the winner of most creative costume will be announced.

Theater: Fall Double Feature – How I Became a Pirate and The Little Mermaid and the Prince • 7:30pm

Little Theatre of Owatonna See theater page.

Theater: The Rocky Horror Show • 7:30pm and midnight

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Spirit of Nature: Music of China • 8-9:30pm

Concert Hall, Carleton, Northfield Chinese musical guests of Gao Hong, director of the Chinese Musical Ensemble.

Theater: Fall Double Feature – How I Became a Pirate and The Little Mermaid and the Prince • 2pm

Little Theatre of Owatonna See theater page.

Theater: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe • 2pm

Del-Fi • 8-10:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Bonnie & the Clydes • 8-11pm

Tavern Lounge, 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. More at bonnieandtheclydes.com.

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page.

Theater: The Jungle Book KIDS • 2pm

New Prague Middle School Auditorium See theater page.

Sunday Jazz Jam • 2-3:30pm

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield

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.

Babe’s Halloween Bash

Quiz Night • 8pm

DJ • 9pm-1am

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

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville Costume contest hosted by Zack from KDWB. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30

Gabriel Moll & Friends • 8-11pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Gabriel Moll is a multi-instrumentalist, performer, composer/arranger, and luthier playing indie, alternative and math rock.

Locklin Road • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls A folk trio playing compelling Celtic, original and Americana music. The group is known for its three-part harmonies and guitar/mandolin accompaniment.

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 31 Pub Theology • 6pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Mill Town Haunt • 6-10pm

Rice County Gas & Steam Engines, Hwy 3, south of Dundas An all-volunteer haunted house with proceeds going to charity and the food shelf. Oct. 28, 29 and 31. 507/301-4268 or milltownhaunt@gmail.com for more info.

First Thursday Pub Night: Sawtooth Brothers • 6-9pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center These award-winning musical brothers are rooted in traditional bluegrass influenced by modern acoustic sounds, blending pop, indie rock and heartfelt Americana. This entertaining and endearing stage show consists of creative originals, hard-driving bluegrass, classic country, gospel and classic rock. Tickets: $7, available at 952/985-4640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com.

Lin Bruce: It’s Never Too Late to Say “Yes” to Bigger Things • 7pm

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Northfield Public Library Lin Bruce, a local motivational speaker and biking enthusiast, started riding her bike across the U.S. for fun and adventure in 1999, the year of her 60th birthday.

Since then she has crossed the continent four times and ridden from Northfield to Cheyenne, WY, for her 50th and 60th high school reunions. Come hear her unique and inspiring story and learn the “5 Keys for Taking the Lid Off Your Life” that power each of her new endeavors. Free and open to the public. 507/645-6606 for more info.

Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30-10pm

Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm

Bingo • 7pm

Carbone’s, Northfield Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

Northfield VFW

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 welcome.

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 2 Speaker’s Corner • 9-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Commanders Coffee • 10am

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

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Cole Thomas • 5-8pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls A pianist, guitarist, singer and one-man band act performing in and around the Twin Cities. He has more than 10 years of experience performing. With styles ranging anywhere from jazz to driving rock, his versatility and spirited personality have granted him work in numerous bars, coffee shops, breweries, churches and even residency aboard a cruise ship.

Bar Bingo • 6pm

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield An informal weekly gathering of folks who enjoy playing, singing and listening to traditional Irish music, in the relaxed setting of the Rueb ‘n’ Stein’s corner room. Players and listeners are welcome. For more info: laura@lauramackenzie.com.

Burnsville Uncorked • 7-9:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville The Burnsville Rotary hosts their 14th annual fundraising event.

Enjoy wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres. Proceeds for the event allow Burnsville Rotary to fulfill its commitment to community charities. Tickets: $35, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com.

Theater: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page.

Bruce Burniece • 8pm

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

Northfield VFW

Film Premiere: Love Always, Santa 6:30-10pm

Northfield Middle School The Northfield Chamber of Commerce & Tourism, along with Visit Northfield, invite you to the world premiere of Love Always, Santa, a movie filmed in Northfield. Open to the public. Free-will donations and/or non-perishable food items for the Northfield food shelf accepted. Red Carpet 6:30pm, screening 7pm. Small reception to follow showing.

Movie Premier - November 3, 2016 | Northfield Middle School Red Carpet at 6:30pm - Screening at 7:00pm with reception to follow.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4 Movie Night • 5pm (kids), 7:30pm (adults)

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Mark Grim • 5:30-7:30pm

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 Grim 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.

Joel Kachel • 5:30-8:30pm

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.

Bar Bingo • 7pm

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas Theater: Girl of the Frozen North • 7pm

Northfield Senior Center See theater page.

Theater: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

Tribute to Linda Ronstadt • 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center An incredible evening of Ronstadt’s hit songs performed by two of Minnesota’s most loved and respected singers, Pamela McNeill and Minnesota Music Hall of Famer Mary Jane Alm. Joined by their acclaimed band, this show is a must-see.

Tickets: $28-$32, available at 952/985-4640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com.

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Theater: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page.

Theater: You Can’t Take It With You • 7:30pm

Northfield High School Auditorium See theater page.

Tim Houlihan & Band • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield This is the Northfield debut of legendary Minneapolis musician Tim Houlihan and his band, appearing in support of his critically acclaimed latest release, Another Orion.

An Americana singer songwriter whose songs are carved from real life with hooky enthusiasm, strong grooves and sophisticated playing, Tim’s performances have taken him around the U.S. and Europe from living rooms to large halls – drawing in listeners with intimate stories and warm anecdotes. More at timhoulihan.com.

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HAPPENINGS Friday, November 4, continued Texas Hold ‘Em • 8pm

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Paula Lammers • 8-11pm

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. She can reverse the winter’s wind chill or the summer’s heat wave with songs that engage your heart as well as your ears.

Dave Hudson • 9pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub, 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.

DJ • 9-11pm

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield 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. They headline many fairs, festivals and city celebrations. Their gigs include premier sound, 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, NOVEMBER 5 Theater: 17th Annual New Play Festival

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

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 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 make this a great way to start the day.

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Relativity • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Voted one of the best Northfield bands, Relativity has been performing since 1999.

The band combines outstanding vocals, guitar, mandolin and fiddle to create fun and eclectic music. With a request list of a couple hundred songs, Relativity encourages audience requests, from acoustic covers of current top 40 songs to classic and folk rock. The core of the band is Toby Jensen (guitar, vocals) and Sandy Jensen (vocals, mandolin, guitar). The duo is often joined

by Mike Hildebrandt, a Minnesota Rock & Country Music Hall of Fame fiddle player. Sandy’s identical twin sister Linda Wilson joins the band on occasion, adding great harmony and percussion.

Dance: Fresh Space • 2pm

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

Theater: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe • 2pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page.

Bar Bingo • 3pm

Northfield VFW

Lone Rock • 5-7pm

Upstairs Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield Recreating the old country song with slick licks, choice voices and a rockin’ rhythm section. 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.

Empire Night • 5:30-8:30pm

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.

SEMVA Reunion Exhibit Reception • 6-7:15pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota See exhibits page.

Bootlegger’s Release Party • 7-10pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls 1920s themed party featuring live music, drinks, costume party and contest and dealer’s choice poker.

Guy Fawkes Night • 7pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Theater: Girl of the Frozen North • 7pm

Northfield Senior Center See theater page.

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Martin Anderson & the Goods • 7-11pm

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.

411 Concert Series: The Lowest Pair • 7:30pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater Duel banjo picking of Kendl Winter and Palmer T. Lee. Arkansas-born Winter spreads her songs across the country like Johnny Appleseed. She weaves poetry with both old and new songs. Her voice is described as “somewhere between Gillian Welch and Iris DeMent with a little twist.” Lee hails from Minneapolis. When he was 19, he inherited a couple of banjos and discovered that he could reassemble them into his dream instrument. His songs are distilled into warm, sweet sounds of percussive wordplay and melodic interludes. Former front-man for the high-energy bluegrass band The Boys n’ the Barrels, his own unique style developed from his pieced-together banjo. They strive to put their own twist on everything they do. Openers include Randy Broughten from Gear Daddies with Dan Gaarder from Trailer Trash and bassist Andy Olsen. Tickets: $25, available at the Northfield Arts Guild, 507/645-8877 or northfieldartsguild.org.

Forever Everly: A Tribute to The Everly Brothers • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota The Everly Brothers combined their two voices for a distinctive harmony that was wrapped around some of the finest songs of the early rock era. Now audiences can relive that sound. Crossings brings the performance to the State Theatre. Tickets: $28 advance, $32 at the door, available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616.

The Four Bitchin’ Babes: Hormonal Imbalance v. 2.5 • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville Start with four richly gifted singer/songwriters, add 3/4 cup married life, four kids, four-part harmony vocals, one piano, four guitars, one rockin’ pink bass, a dollop of sharp social commentary, cheerleading pom poms, a pinch of pms, a wardrobe of bling-bling and you’ve got an Estrogen-fueled hilarious new show that celebrates the best of babes, boys and botox. After 25 years as a traveling pajama party, nine recordings and one full-length concert DVD, this fabulous female folkestra of indestructible divas is hotter than ever. Always evolving, witty and charming, the Babes® offer this musical revue that is part comedy road show and part celebration of hearth and home. With sorority sister chemistry they perform original songs and stories offering both poignant views and unbridled comedic commentary on joys and dilemmas of everyday life. Tickets: $30-$40, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com.

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Quiz Night • 8pm

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

Theater: You Can’t Take It With You • 7:30pm

Northfield High School Auditorium See theater page.

Gabriel Moll & All His Friends • 8-11pm

Carleton Choir Concert • 8pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Gabriel Moll is a multi-instrumentalist, performer, composer/arranger and luthier based in Minnesota.

Concert Hall, Carleton Lawrence Burnett, director. Presenting chants from around the world and through the ages.

Fathom Lane w/Hannah von der Hoff • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield As they work on their eagerly anticipated new album release, Twin Cities-based band Fathom Lane’s monthly residency continues with another magical evening of music. Over the span of two critically acclaimed full-length albums (2013’s Fathom Lane and 2012’s Down by Half), Fathom Lane has been getting international attention for their wonderfully indefinable sound.

Joining Fathom Lane is soulful Minneapolis musician Hannah von der Hoff, renowned for her electric performances, combining visceral jazz, blues and folk influences. Think Jeff Buckley meets Fiona Apple meets Cat Power. More at fathomlane.com and hannahvonderhoff.bandcamp.com.

DJ • 9pm-1am

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield Daniel Sun • 9pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub, Northfield SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6

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.

Theater: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe • 2pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page.

Theater: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? • 2pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

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.

Jazz Ensemble Concert • 3-4:30pm

Concert Hall, Carleton, Northfield Laura Caviani, director.

The Contented Cow, Northfield Bingo • 7pm

Carbone’s, Northfield Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

Northfield VFW

Theater: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville 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.

Lin Bruce: It’s Never Too Late to Say “Yes” to Bigger Things • 10am

Northfield Senior Center Lin Bruce, a local motivational speaker and biking enthusiast, started riding her bike across the U.S. for fun and adventure in 1999, the year of her 60th birthday. Since then she has crossed the continent four times and ridden from Northfield to Cheyenne, WY, for her 50th and 60th high school reunions. Come hear her unique and inspiring story and learn the “5 Keys for Taking the Lid Off Your Life” that power each of her new endeavors.

Free and open to the public. 507/645-6606 for more info.

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 9 House Concert Featuring Roger Lasley • 7pm

Stripped Down: George Maurer & Jeff Engholm • 7pm

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Pub Theology • 6pm

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8

Quinn & Meyer • 1:30-4:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Audience members can expect plenty of revealing stories and irreverent banter from these two musicians who Engholm play together in the George Maurer Jazz Group and Trio and rock band Collective Unconscious.

Tickets: $19 advance, $22 at the door, available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616.

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Hot Spot Music, Northfield Featured in Flatpicking Guitar Magazine and called “Minnesota’s best-kept secret” by Roots Magazine, local guitarist Roger Lasley started performing professionally in 1964. He has released eight solo instrumental guitar CDs and will be sharing original tunes from those as well as new material he’s been working on since retiring from Carleton College.

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HAPPENINGS Wednesday, November 9, continued The Counterfactuals • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield The Counterfactuals are Daniel Groll (guitar, vocals), Andy Flory (bass), Jason Decker (guitar, vocals) and Mike Fuerstein (drums). The group is comprised of young professors from Carleton and St. Olaf. Their sound ranges from singer/songwriter ballads to honky tonk, indie pop and straight-ahead rock. The Counterfactuals are one of the most versatile and entertaining groups in the burgeoning Northfield scene.

Speaker’s Corner • 9-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Commanders Coffee • 10am

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

Public welcome.

Theater: Away in the Basement: A Church Basement Ladies Christmas • 2 and 7pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

Holly Days Sale Grand Opening • 3-8pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault A gala event with free hors d’oeuvres, live music and a cash bar to enjoy while browsing through the beautiful array of artistic creations. See exhibits page.

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Grand Opening Reception: Fine Craft Collective • 5-8pm

Northfield Arts Guild See exhibits page.

Bar Bingo • 6pm

Northfield VFW

Panel Discussion: “Creating Unforgettable Characters” and “We Can’t Even Make This Up” • 6-8pm

Northfield Public Library Sisters in Crime presents a panel discussion. If you are a published crime writer, aspiring or about-to-be-published mystery novelist or true-crime writer, avid reader and mystery-lover, librarian, bookseller or teacher working with students to craft their first thrilling mystery, this event is for you. Free and open to the public.

507/645-6606 for more info.

No Time For Fame • 7-9pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield An informal weekly gathering of folks who enjoy playing, singing and listening to traditional Irish music, in the relaxed setting of the Rueb ‘n’ Stein’s corner room. Players and listeners are welcome. For more info: laura@lauramackenzie.com.

Theater: A Midsummer Night’s Dream • 7:30pm

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

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Rob Meany • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield Rob Meany is an award-winning singer/songwriter and pianist from Minneapolis. 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. His latest solo release, Ferris Wheels Unbound, continues to receive enthusiastic acclaim around the country. More at robmeany.com.

Cowaroke • 9pm

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

Froggy Bottoms River Pub, Northfield

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Joyann Parker & Sweet Tea • 5:30-8:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls A must-see addition to the Twin Cities music scene and 2015 winner of the International Blues Challenge for the state of Minnesota. Singer, pianist, guitarist and songwriter Joyann Parker is an exciting new voice on the contemporary blues scene and is frequently noted for her passion, power and genuine soul. She sings from the gut with an authenticity seldom found in today’s vocalists.

Her vocal prowess and control allow her to move freely from one genre to another, from Patsy Cline to Etta James and right over to Janis Joplin with the greatest of ease. The rest of the Sweet Tea mix includes drummer Nick Zwack (Michael James & the Headliners, Armadillo Jump), guitarist Mark Lamoine (Dee Miller Band, Perfectly Loud), Mick Zampogna (Sweet Pea and the Pods) on keys and Michael Carvale (Lamont Cranston, Davina & the Vagabonds) on bass/vocals.

Bar Bingo • 7pm

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 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.

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas Bonnie & the Clydes • 7-10pm

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. More at bonnieandtheclydes.com.

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HAPPENINGS Friday, November 11, continued Theater: It’s a Wonderful Life • 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: You Can’t Take It With You • 7:30pm

Northfield High School Auditorium See theater page.

Theater: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

Acoustic Roots Music Series: Caravan du Nord - A Traveling Showcase of Minnesota Music • 7:30pm

Shattuck-St. Mary’s, Faribault Presented by Minnesota Music Coalition.

Headliner Americana singer/songwriter Frankie Lee tours in support of his critically acclaimed debut album American Dreamer released in July 2016. The emerging artist set is provided by Americana singers, Sarah Morris with her pop-tinged, rustic style and Vicky Emerson with folk, blues and traditional country influences. Both artists are superb songwriters. The local opener is The Counterfactuals.

Tickets: $15 adults, $9 students, available at 507/333-1620.

Theater: A Midsummer Night’s Dream • 7:30pm

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

Karen Savoca with Pete Heitzman • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota The duo’s live performances are uplifting and hypnotic. For their latest CD, I Shook the Tree, the genre-bending duo teamed up with legendary bass player Jerry Jemmott. Tickets: $18 advance, $21 at the door, available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616.

Doug Collins • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield Called “one of the most brilliant songwriters to emerge from the Twin Cities in nearly two decades” by southernminn.com, Doug Collins is renowned for his music both acoustically and with his band, The Receptionists. His original song, Davenport Iowa, was voted “Best of the Year” in the StarTribune and his recent album, Complicated Compliments, can be heard on KYMN Radio and 89.3 The Current.

Texas Hold ‘Em • 8pm

Northfield VFW

Carleton Orchestra Concert • 8pm

Concert Hall, Carleton, Northfield Hector Valdivia, director.

DJ • 9-11pm

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield Harley and the Butcher • 9pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub, Northfield Acoustic duo Russell Franek and Kris Cabak.

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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 your favorite country songs.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Holiday Harvest • 10am-5pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Holiday food and wine pairing will give you new ideas for your holiday meals. This Great River Road Wine Trail event offers a variety of complimentary harvest foods paired with award-winning wines. Each ticket holder will receive a wine trail logo glass and a six-bottle wine tote at the first winery visited. Your ticket and glass get you a free glass of wine along with a food tasting at each winery. Tickets: $30/participant, $10 for designated drivers, available at the first winery you visit or greatriverroadwinetrail. org. Also Nov. 13.

TreVeld • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls A Twin Cities-based acoustic music trio that delivers a wonderful blend of instrumental song and sound – playful, deep and joyous, with a repertoire of all original works, inspired by the folk music of America, Europe and beyond. Their music contains elements of gypsy, swing, old-time, Celtic, bluegrass, blues, chamber and Nordic roots, a unique and compelling merging into a musical form that has affectionately become known as “treVeldian.”

Ashes for April • 5:30-8:30pm

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).

Bar Bingo • 3pm

Northfield VFW

Theater: Girl of the Frozen North • 7pm

Northfield Senior Center See theater page.

Presentation: The Israel Lobby’s Impact on America 7-9pm

Room 280, Tomson Hall, St. Olaf, Northfield A presentation by Grant F. Smith, author of Big Israel: How Israel’s Lobby Moves America. Free and open to the public.

Wine, Women and Comedy Featuring Maxine Jeffris • 7pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault When Maxine Jeffris takes the stage she may look all prim, proper and matronly, but don’t let that exterior fool you. This is one funny lady. Jeffris has entertained audiences nationwide, has performed three times on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and has been on dozens of other television and radio shows including Comedy on the Road for Comedy Central and Stand-up, Stand-up for HBO. Her timing and material are amazing and guaranteed to leave everyone laughing. Tickets: $17 members, $22 nonmembers, $10 students available at the box office, 507/332-7372 or paradisecenterforthearts.org/tickets/. $5 student rush tickets available 15 minutes prior to performance time. Cash only with a valid student ID.

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, November 12, continued Gabriel Moll & Friends • 7-8:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Gabriel Moll is a multi-instrumentalist, performer, composer/ arranger, and luthier playing indie, alternative and math rock.

Theater: It’s a Wonderful Life • 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: A Midsummer Night’s Dream • 7:30pm

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

Theater: You Can’t Take It With You • 7:30pm

Northfield High School Auditorium See theater page.

Theater: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

Neil Young’s 71st Birthday Bash • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Minnesota’s premier Neil Young tribute band, Powderfinger, celebrates his 71st birthday with a tribute to the folk and rock performer’s music. Tickets: $24 advance, $28 at the door, available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616.

Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing 7:30-11:30pm

Signature Bar and Grill, Faribault Classic American swing with stellar vocals, hot licks and dancing. No cover.

Matt Arthur & Friends • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield While best known for their fire-breathin’, foot stompin’, rootsy rockin’ performances, tonight you can experience a softer and more introspective side of this alt-country favorite. Arthur learned to sing by listening to gospel records from Tennessee Ernie Ford and Johnny Cash. Copies of his band’s 2013 release, Heavy On My Mind, recently re-released on vinyl, will be available for purchase.

Forrest & the Rangers • 9-11:30pm

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

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield Kara-Croaky • 9pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub, Northfield SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Holiday Harvest • 10am-5pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls See Nov. 12 description.

Locklin Road • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls A folk trio playing compelling Celtic, original and Americana music. The group is known for its three-part harmonies and guitar/mandolin accompaniment.

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Theater: It’s a Wonderful Life • 2pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: You Can’t Take It With You • 2pm

Northfield High School Auditorium See theater page.

Theater: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? • 2pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

Theater: Girl of the Frozen North • 2pm

Northfield Senior Center See theater page.

Theater: A Midsummer Night’s Dream • 2pm

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

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.

Todd Thompson Band • 4-6pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield An acoustic five-piece Americana band playing blues, bluegrass, cajun, pop and country western.

From originals to Morrison, Scruggs to Marley, Merle to Elvis, TTB plays a wide variety. Hot banjo, soulful vocals, tasty guitar, romantic bowed bass, funky mandolin and bluesy harmonica make up a unique, toe-tapping sound. You will marvel at the instrumentalism, sing along and be amused with the band’s originality and light-heartedness.

Quiz Night • 8pm

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

Gabriel Moll & All His Friends • 8-11pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Gabriel Moll is a multi-instrumentalist, performer, composer/arranger and luthier based in Minnesota U.S.A. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Pub Theology • 6pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Bingo • 7pm

Carbone’s, Northfield Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

Northfield VFW

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.

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Trivia Night • 8pm

The HideAway Coffeehouse and Wine Bar, Northfield Come with a team of four. Cost: $5/team.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15

Speaker’s Corner • 9-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Give to the Max Day

West African Drum Ensemble Concert • 4-5pm

Great Hall, Sayles Hill, 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.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16

Various locations Minnesota’s largest one-day fundraising event. 24 hours of giving. Support non-profits that support the Guide, see pages 35-37. More at GiveMN.org.

Commanders Coffee • 10am

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

Public welcome.

Bar Bingo • 6pm

Pizza, Pilsner and Porter • 6pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center Taste five distinctly different pizza profiles and sample the beer that best complements the variety of flavors. You’ll be amazed at how the flavors of each pizza can be enhanced when paired with the right beer. Tickets: $20, available at 952/985-4640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com.

Northfield VFW

Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield An informal weekly gathering of folks who enjoy playing, singing and listening to traditional Irish music, in the relaxed setting of the Rueb ‘n’ Stein’s corner room. Players and listeners are welcome. For more info: laura@lauramackenzie.com.

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Worship Service Listings social justice faith community joy prayer grace love peace inclusion

Sunday worship

10:30am & 5pm (Labor-Memorial Day) 9:30am (summer)

Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS

300 Union St. firstucc.org 507-645-7532

Worship Times Thursday Sunday 6:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m.

Rev. Brent Klein and Rev. Dr. Armand J. Boehme pastors

803 Winona St., Northfield • 507-645-4438

All are welcome!

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Northfield United Methodist Church

A church simulcast showing the film documentary of missionaries Nik & Ruth Ripken.

Sunday, November 13, 6-8pm • Free!

Northfield Evangelical Free Church • 5600 110th St E Questions: 507-663-0133 • www.northfieldefc.org

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1401 Maple Street South, Northfield www.northfieldumc.org • (507) 645-5689 Pastors Rachel McIver Morey and Jerad Morey SUNDAYS WEDNESDAYS

8:45am Worship led by band 9:45am Sunday school for kids & adults 10:45am Worship led by choir & organ

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Fine Locally-Made Artisan Gifts 314 Division Street, Downtown Northfield www.facebook.com/PopHolidayMN/

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HAPPENINGS Thursday, November 17, continued Wine Club Holiday Show • 7-9pm

Grand Event Center, Northfield

Theater: It’s a Wonderful Life • 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

Mark Mraz • 8pm

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Tavern Lounge, Northfield Everybody’s favorite piano man is back tickling the ivories and performing all your favorite sing-along songs, along with a trove of golden oldies and classic covers from the pop music archives.

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Cowaroke • 9pm

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

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18 The Ole Bazaar • 9am-4pm

Buntrock Commons, St. Olaf College, Northfield Products from local artisans include paintings, photography, woodworking, ceramics, ornaments, bee products, scarves, mittens, soaps, birch art, jams, book bindings, breadboards, handbags, jewelry and more.

Shop The Block • 9am-4pm

Historic Downtown Zumbrota Prizes, fun, goodies, in-store specials and a grand prize drawing worth over $250 in gift certificates. Also Nov. 19.

Holiday Art Fair & Open House • 1-6pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota See exhibits page.

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.

Exhibit Opening Reception: Members Show, Tim Pengra, Bethlehem Academy Students • 5-7pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See exhibits page.

Andrew Walesch • 5:30-8:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Singer and pianist Andrew Walesch is a new and exciting voice on the national jazz scene. 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.

OK Factor • 6-8pm Find us on Facebook

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The Contented Cow, Northfield A progressive folk duo comprised of cello and violin playing original music.

Bar Bingo • 7pm

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas

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Theater: It’s a Wonderful Life • 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

Theater: A Midsummer Night’s Dream • 7:30pm

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

Joseph Hall’s Elvis Rock ‘n’ Remember Tribute • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault Joseph Hall has nailed it when it comes to portraying the most popular singer to ever pick up a microphone. He has the mannerisms, the vocal talent and that signature suave look. And we can’t forget those moves – those swiveling hips that frustrated television censors and delighted millions of adoring fans.

Hall’s portrayal landed him in the Top Ten on America’s Got Talent. He’s made several television appearances that include Fox News, The Morning Show and Good Morning America, and has received the respected recognition of Elvis Presley Enterprises.

Tickets: $20 members, $25 nonmembers, available at the box office, 507/332-7372 or paradisecenterforthearts.org/tickets/.

Texas Hold ‘Em • 8pm

Northfield VFW

Andriana Lehr • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield With a vocal range as vast as the open prairie, 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 alt-country to pop-ballads, with notes of jazz and blues influence. With early influences by the likes of Conor Oberst (Bright Eyes), Natalie Merchant, Sarah McLachlan, Wilco, Jewel and Joni Mitchell, Lehr’s songwriting speaks straight to the soul, either through the heart, or through heady, existential lyrics that portray the struggles of 21st century existence. Lehr’s upcoming release, Artifacts, exemplifies the confusion and growth that comes through self-exploration and the search for meaning and finding one’s place in this world. More at reverbnation.com/andrianalehr.

Homeward Bound • 9-11pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Based in Edina, Homeward Bound has been active in the Twin Cities for nearly 20 years. Steeped in the rich vocal harmonies of ’70s and ’80s pop, the band’s repertoire includes rock, pop, blues, country, gospel and even a little reggae, funk and rap. The band’s current lineup includes keyboardist Brad Carlin, drummer Josh Carlin, guitarist Jim Fuller, guitarist Susan Thompson, pianist Heather Succio and bassist Brian Wilson.

DJ • 9-11pm

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500 Third Street West • Northfield

Marilyn Sellars, a Northfield High graduate whose song One Day at a Time topped the charts in 1974, has had a versatile career which led to enshrinement in the Minnesota Rock and Country Hall of Fame in 2004. The talented pianist and Sponsored by composer Steven C. Anderson has sold more than two million copies of his own recordings and has an extensive career as a producer as well. Don’t miss this special musical afternoon.

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HAPPENINGS Friday, November 18, continued Jason Paulson • 9pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub, 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.

Some Sh!tty Cover Band • 9:30pm-close

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville With an exciting show and a no-frills, explosive stage performance, SSCB draws on experience from thousands of shows, tours and hard-won fans in their original acts, to rise above the monotony of the Minneapolis cover band scene.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Shop The Block • 9am-4pm

Historic Downtown Zumbrota Prizes, fun, goodies, in-store specials and a grand prize drawing worth over $250 in gift certificates. Also Nov. 18.

Holiday Art Fair & Open House • 10am-7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota See exhibits page.

TurkeyFest • 11am-4pm

Ferndale Market, Cannon Falls Pickup your fresh Thanksgiving turkey, enjoy delicious samples from food partners like Marieke Gouda, Barsy’s Almonds, and Chiqui’s Chocolates, find all the ingredients you need for the perfect holiday meal, and listen to wonderful live music. It is the perfect way to get in the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday. Also Nov. 20.

Cheese and Chocolate • 12-5pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Sample a diversity of wine styles and explore the creativity of local cheese and chocolate artisans. Find delectable holiday gifts for everyone on your list.

Andy Tackett • 1:30-4:30pm

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

Theater: A Midsummer Night’s Dream • 2 and 7:30pm

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

Bar Bingo • 3pm

Northfield VFW

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, November 19, continued Drive South • 5:30-8:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls 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.

Noah Battles: A Tribute to Neil Young 7pm

Village Theater, Faribault A solo acoustic and electric tribute to Neil Young. 17-year-old Noah Battles will perform two sets. The first will be an acoustic set based on the Live at Massey Hall album from 1971. The second will be a mix of electric and acoustic guitar covering classic Neil Young. Experience the excellent acoustics in the renovated Village Theater. $10 general admission at the door.

Bad Advice Club • 7-9pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing 7-11pm

Owatonna Eagles Club Public welcome. This is the annual benefit fundraiser for the Owatonna Women’s Club. Tickets: $25 advance, available at Kottke Jewelers in Owatonna. $30 at the door. Call Jane at 507/456-8650 for more info.

Laura MacKenzie & Andrea Stern • 7:30pm

Henry Rollins • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville Henry Rollins kicks off a multi-city spoken word tour. Rollins will mix timely commentary on the current state of politics with anecdotes on his latest L.A. experiences, to perspective gained from his extensive world travels. Rollins’ shows are known for their energy, wit, anger and humor. “Rollins is many things,” says the Washington Post, “diatribist, confessor, provocateur, humorist, even motivational speaker…his is an enthusiastic and engaging chatter.” Rollins is an actor, voiceover artist, author, photographer, columnist (LA Weekly), TV host (National Geographic, History Channel, IFC), radio DJ (KCRW) and spoken word performer.

Tickets: $29-$45, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com.

“Bridge Over Troubled Water” Tribute to Simon & Garfunkel • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Collective Unconscious, along with an 18-piece orchestra, bring the classic Simon & Garfunkel album Bridge Over Troubled Water to the stage in its entirety. Tickets: $28 advance, $32 at the door, available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616.

Art Vandalay • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield Renowned “kick-ass Americana band” (Hindsight Harmonies), this Twin Cities ensemble makes their way back to Northfield in support of their latest release, Heaven’s Operahouse. The group’s popular laid-back roots rock draws on influences ranging from Neil Young, Gram Parsons and John Prine to The Eels and Tom Petty – lending their own unique brand of roots music that melds smart lyricism with pop-infused melodies. More at artvandalaytunes.wordpress.com.

DJ • 9pm-1am

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield

Stoney End Music Loft, Red Wing Celtic harp and flute. Harpist Andrea Stern and multi-wind player Laura MacKenzie convey the warm resonance of traditional Irish and Scottish music with loving expertise. Their renditions of airs, songs, jigs and hornpipes on Celtic harp, wooden flutes, whistles, pipes, concertina and voice are transporting and truly enchanting. 651/398-5055 for more info. Tickets: $15. Doors open at 7pm. Limited seating/advance reservations recommended at 1-877/866-3936.

Mark Allen • 9pm

Theater: It’s a Wonderful Life • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota See exhibits page.

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

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Froggy Bottoms River Pub, 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.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20 Holiday Art Fair & Open House • 11am-3pm

TurkeyFest • 11am-4pm

Ferndale Market, Cannon Falls Pickup your fresh Thanksgiving turkey, enjoy delicious samples from food partners like Marieke Gouda, Barsy’s Almonds, and Chiqui’s Chocolates, find all the ingredients you need for the perfect holiday meal, and listen to wonderful live music. It is the perfect way to get in the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday. Also Nov. 19.

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Rob Meany • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Rob Meany is an award-winning singer/ songwriter and pianist from Minneapolis.

Best known as the singer/keyboardist for the pop-rock 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. His latest solo release, Ferris Wheels Unbound, continues to receive enthusiastic acclaim around the country. More at robmeany.com.

Theater: It’s a Wonderful Life • 2pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? • 2pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

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.

Marilyn Sellars & Steven C in Concert to Benefit Ruth’s House • 4pm

St. John’s Lutheran Church, Northfield Marilyn Sellars and Steven C (aka Steven C. Anderson) team up for a special musical afternoon. Sellars, who has local roots and is a Northfield High graduate, is known for her chart-topping 1974 hit, One Day at a Time, and for a versatile career which led to enshrinement in the Minnesota Rock and Country Hall of Fame in 2004. The talented pianist and composer Steven C has sold well over two million copies of his own recordings and has millions of online streams of his solo piano pieces. Among his many credits are performing with Mannheim Steamroller and recording with the London Symphony Strings. He has had an extensive career as a producer as well. A free-will offering will benefit Ruth’s House of Faribault, a non-profit organization providing transitional shelter and support for homeless women, children and families.

Quiz Night • 8pm

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

Gabriel Moll & All His Friends • 8-11pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Gabriel Moll is a multi-instrumentalist, performer, composer/ arranger and luthier based in Minnesota.

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Nine Lessons and Carols Sun. Nov. 27, 7:30 pm Sun. Dec. 4, 7:00 pm Carleton Chapel Northfield

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LUYA Shoes and Other Fine Things ~ Offering shoes, boots, leather goods and accessories from around the globe for women, men, and babies.

320 S. Main • Zumbrota • 507-732-4123 Monday through Friday: 10 to 5 • Saturday: 9:30 to 4 • Sunday: CLOSED

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Forever Everly: Tribute to The Everly Brothers Stripped Down: George Maurer & Jeff Engholm Karen Savoca with Pete Heitzman Neil Young: Powderfinger honors the legend “Bridge Over Collective Unconscious: Troubled Water” Michael Johnson “Bluer Than Blue” songwriter

ART FAIR and OPEN HOUSE! * Don’t Miss our HOLIDAY November 18-20 Great gifts for all your favorite people!

320 East Ave | Zumbrota 55992 507-732-7616 www.crossingsatcarnegie.com

Art Gallery Clay Studio Concerts Classes in all the ARTS

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21

Cowaroke • 9pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield

Pub Theology • 6pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Documentary Film Screenings • 7pm

Weitz Center Cinema, Carleton, Northfield Paul Krause presents the documentaries: The A+ Art Club, featuring the Northfield Arts Guild’s Autism in the Arts program, Rain on Mars sculpture project and Sidewalk Poetry. All have been created by Paul Krause as part of his Documentary Northfield Initiative. More at documentarynorthfield.com.

Bingo • 7pm

Carbone’s, Northfield Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

Northfield VFW

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.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25 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.

Trainwreck Duet • 5:30-8:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls An acoustic duo that can wreck any song you throw at them. They entertain the audience with crazy banter and great music.

Acoustic with a kick.

Bar Bingo • 7pm

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas Lonesome Dan Kase • 8pm

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.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22 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.

Texas Hold ‘Em • 8pm

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield

Northfield Social • 7pm

Mark Allen • 8pm

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.

Speaker’s Corner • 9-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Turkey Trot 5k Run/Walk • 8am registration, 9am race

Carleton Weitz Center for Creativity, Northfield Northfield Rotary Club’s annual Turkey Trot is a 5k run/ walk. Cost: $15 before Nov. 11, $20 thereafter. Register at northfieldrotary.org. Free long-sleeve T-shirt to everyone registered before Nov. 11. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the food drive.

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

Public welcome.

Northfield VFW

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Froggy Bottoms River Pub, Northfield Silky vocals, melodic lines and acoustic guitar. Tim Howe has been compared to Jason Mraz, Gavin Degraw, Bruno Mars, John Mayer and Howie Day. Good For Gary • 9:30pm-close

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville This Twin Cities cover band plays current and past dance hits, focusing on the newest Top 40 songs. With a seven-piece lineup, there’s no hip-hop, pop or dance song they can’t cover including Lady Gaga, Eminem, Usher and Rihanna.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Small Business Saturday

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24 – HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Bar Bingo • 6pm

DJ • 9-11pm

Tim Howe • 9pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield

Commanders Coffee • 10am

Northfield VFW

Northfield and Faribault A day that encourages shoppers to patronize small local businesses. Avoid the chaos of the big box stores and support the small business movement. The Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism is helping to support Small Business Saturday with the development of the Shopping Passport. Print out the Shopping Passport or pick up your copy at participating locations. Shop at participating retailers throughout the day and get your passport stamped. Return your passport to the Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce by Dec. 5 for a chance to win Chamber Bucks. The Faribault Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism will randomly give away Chamber Checks to local shoppers throughout the day. All you have to do is shop locally and merchants all over town may surprise you with a Chamber Check to extend your shopping fun. Chamber Checks are good at hundreds of local businesses.

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, November 26, continued Vinnie Rose • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Vinnie 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.

Bar Bingo • 3pm

Billy Johnson • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield “Commitment-free rock ‘n roll. While he’s been moonlighting with George Scot McKelvey in the B-Team, former Hillcats singer Billy Johnson proves he belongs on the A-list alongside G.B. Leighton as one of the Twin Cities’ best feelgood, blue-collar, barroom-rousing tunesmiths with his first solo album It’s a Good Life.” (Chris Riemenschneider, StarTribune). Billy has opened for the BoDeans, Five for Fighting, Train, Poco, Paul Thorn, Van Hunt, Lowen and Navarro, Old ’97s and more. More at billyjohnsonmusic.com.

DJ • 9pm-1am

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield Drive South • 9pm

Northfield VFW

Jeanna and Mike • 5:30-8:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Jeanna Hedstrom and Mike Drager are two talented musicians from Woodbury who perform everything from popular top 40 songs to old classics. Their sound is soulful, catchy and mellow.

Michael Johnson • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Best known for his 1978 hit, Bluer than Blue, Michael Johnson’s music career has moved forward with a 2012 album, Moonlit Déjà vu.

Tickets: $22 advance, $25 at the door, available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616.

Froggy Bottoms River Pub, 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.

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7th Annual

European Christmas Sunday, Dec 4 • 11am-4pm Park Ballroom 300 Lexington Ave S, New Prague

FREE FUNFILLED DAY FOR THE FAMILY!

Artisans, Cra ers, European Specialties, Demonstrations, Stage Entertainment, Jr. Royalty Coronation, Food, Kids’ Activities Hosted by Czech Heritage Club www.CzechHeritageClub.com European Christmas Event Free Admission ~ Please bring a non-perishable food item EVENT SPONSORS

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

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Sister presents

THE MORE THE MERRIER! A Must See New Holiday Tradition!

The Grand Theater, Northfield

Wed., Dec. 14 and Sat., Dec. 17 • 7pm Sat., Dec. 17 and Sun., Dec. 18 • 2pm Tickets can be purchased at: www.SisterProductions.com OR by calling 952/200-1948

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Give Locally and make your donation go farther Simply take stock of your local options and on NOV. 17 go to givemn.org/donate and give to the max.

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Keep this section as a handy reference for making a difference locally.

Friends and Foundation of the Northfield Public Library 210 Washington Street, Northfield northfieldpubliclibraryfriends.org

The place for creativity, fitness and life long learning.

Help us Buy a New Bookmobile and More!

Donate today and help the Friends meet and surpass a $7,000 1-1 matching challenge!

1651 Jefferson Pkwy • northfieldseniorcenter.org • 507-664-3700

Save the Northfield Depot northfielddepot.org 507/664-9554

Memorial pavers sale... coming soon!

HOPE Center 24 Hour Safeline: 1-800-607-2330

Helping people take action for clean water in Dakota, Goodhue, Le Sueur, Rice, Steele and Waseca Counties. Join us!

Aging Services for Communities

www.aging-services.org • 507-364-5663 212 1st Street S, Montgomery, MN 56069

HOPE Center provides free and confidential resources and assistance for victims of violence across Rice County.

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Upcoming One Day Festivals: Saturday, July 29, 2017 and Saturday, July 28, 2018 Next Grand Four Day Festival: August 1-4, 2019

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507-301-6610 president@wings-mn.org • wings-mn.org WINGS is a grassroots network of hundreds of women who donate together to improve the lives of women and children in Northfield.

Rice County Habitat for Humanity www.habitatricecounty.org 507-323-5167

HELP BUILD IT!

Faribault Foundation Pay it Forward

The Faribault Foundation promotes and enhances the quality of life in Faribault.

530 Wilson Avenue Faribault, MN 55021 deebjork@msn.com • 507 334-9759

Northfield Downtown Development Corporation Working together for a vibrant and vital downtown Northfield... because great downtowns don’t just happen.

nddc.org 507-663-0319 • dan@nddc.org DowntownNorthfieldMN

Spaghetti Dinner Northfield Eagles Club, 5-7pm

Providing exceptional housing, care facilities and services for seniors.

Northfield Retirement Community is an Equal Opportunity Provider.

507-645-9511 • www.northfieldretirement.org

Spaghetti, salad, bread & beverages. $8 adults, $5 6 and under. Computer available for secure Give to the Max day donations.

Tickets at the door or at Prairies Edge Humane Society at 680 Professional Drive, Northfield.

All proceeds benefit the Animals cared for at Prairies Edge Humane Society.

507/645-1035 prairiesedgehs.org 680 Professional Drive, Northfield, MN 55057

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27 Dave Hudson • 1:30-4:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls 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.

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.

A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols • 7:30pm

Skinner Chapel, Carleton, Northfield Presented by I Cantanti Chamber Choir, Wayne Kivell, director.

Modeled after the annual Christmas Eve performance at Kings College in Cambridge, England, this concert features nine biblical readings recounting the Christmas story, each followed by choral selections or carols which elaborate the readings. Free-will offering.

Quiz Night • 8pm

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

Gabriel Moll & All His Friends • 8-11pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Gabriel Moll is a multi-instrumentalist, performer, composer/arranger and luthier based in Minnesota.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28 Pub Theology • 6pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Bingo • 7pm

Carbone’s, Northfield Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

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The Contented Cow, Northfield An informal weekly gathering of musicians to play acoustic music with roots in the north, particularly the Nordic countries.

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 Twin Cities Ballet: Mini-Nutcracker • 11am

Lakeville Area Arts Center The Mini-Nutcracker is a delightful abbreviated version of Ballet Royale of Minnesota and the Twin Cities’ Ballet’s classic, A Minnesota Nutcracker, designed to introduce children to the magic of this family favorite. This beloved holiday tradition with soaring music by Tchaikovsky promises to hold the attention of even the youngest theatergoer.

This version is less than an hour. Tickets: $6, available at 952/9854640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com.

Exhibit Reception: Annual Senior Open • 4-6pm

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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30 The Girl Singers of the Hit Parade Christmas Show • 7pm

Ames Center, Burnsville Colleen Raye, Jennifer Grimm, Sheridan Zuther, and Reed Grimm sing the classic Christmas songs you know and love.

You’ll feel like you are back in the ’50s for a holiday special on your Zenith TV. Songs in the stylings of The Andrews, Lennon and McGuire Sisters as well as Brenda Lee, Eartha Kitt and more.

Great music, sing-alongs, nostalgia and laughs. The audience gets involved to make it extra special. A great holiday experience for all ages. Tickets: $21, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com.

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HISTORIC

HAPPENINGS

By Susan Hvistendahl

“Hey, Hey, We’re the _______!”

If you filled in the blank with the word “Monkees,” this story will resonate through the soundtrack of your mind for days to come.

Or at least until you finish reading this column.

The song starts out, “Hey, hey, we’re the Monkees! /People say we’re monkeying around./ We’re too busy singing/ To put anybody down.” The singing group was designed to be America’s counterpart to the Beatles in the 1960s, frenetic, fun and outspoken.

Another Monkees’ line you may recall: “We’re the young generation/And we’ve got something to say.”

Ah, well. Many years have passed now, and the surviving Monkees are part of the older generation. But it appears that they still have something to say. To celebrate their 50th anniversary, the Monkees put out an album this year called Good Times! which, in pure sales of CDs and digital downloads, finished at number eight for the first week on the charts in June, beating out Adele, Prince and Ariana Grande. For one week, the album was number one on amazon.com best sellers.

So what’s the connection to local historic happenings? Peter Tork, one of the members of this band, attended Carleton College in Northfield. Peter’s father, H. John Thorkelson (Carleton Class of 1938) had participated in track and was captain of the cross country team his senior year. No doubt this economics professor at the University of Connecticut in Storrs encouraged his son Peter to join Peter’s brother Jeffrey (Class of 1962) at his alma mater. So Peter, who ranked 15 in his high school class of 66 students, left Connecticut for Northfield in the fall of 1959.

An end-of-year 1963 Algol yearbook photo of fourth floor Burton at Carleton shows Peter wearing a sweatshirt with “Tork” on it, so it seems he adopted this nickname while at college. Alas, Carleton cannot claim him as a graduate, for he flunked out of Carleton twice. He was dropped by the college for low grades in 1960, readmitted in 1961 and then dropped once more after the fall term of 1962, the year he declared an English major.

I wrote a June 2008 column about this famous “non-graduate” which was printed in my 2015 book, Historic Happenings at Carleton College. Since then, I have come across some additional information to incorporate, including a rare interview with Tork which appeared in the Carletonian of Nov. 12, 1982, with the title “Tork Talks: A Carl’s Evolution from Man to Monkee and Back Again.” The article was by Sam Delson (Class of 1982) who talked to Tork in the summer of 1982 between shows at Folk City, the legendary Greenwich Village coffeehouse (where Bob Dylan had his first professional gig in 1961). Delson, who is now Deputy Director

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Peter Tork, circled, was one of the Monkees, whose television show and first album (shown here) hit it big in 1966. Peter (“Tork”) Thorkelson attended Carleton College in Northfield for a couple years before embarking on a career in music.

Album cover courtesy Brian KenKnight

for External and Legislative Affairs at the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment in Sacramento, e-mailed me recently that he had been doing a summer internship at The Nation magazine in Manhattan near Folk City. He approached Tork before a show and Tork “graciously agreed to an interview” between sets.

Delson told me he remembered Tork “seeming somewhat world weary and displaying a sardonic sense of humor.”

Perhaps still sensitive to his academic failings, Tork called Carleton “just a school I used to go to” and did not want the college to Peter Thorkelson’s application know where he lived for fear of picture to Carleton College, being asked for money. Yet he told from 1959. Courtesy Carleton College Archives Delson that he had some fond memories and kept in touch with a few professors and classmates. He also remembered the college as the place where he acquired social skills.

Tork said that testing out of freshman rhetoric was “one of the great mistakes of my life…I took Shakespeare instead and flunked it.” Tork spent the 1960-61 school year working at the American Thread Factory in Willimantic, Conn. He told Delson, “I actually saved my money and went back there. I don’t know why. I wish I’d had the good sense God gave me and taken a hint the first time.”

He stayed on four more terms, through fall term of his junior year in 1962. Tork said he was “kicked out for low grades and missing chapel” (at that time, chapel attendance was required).

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Jan. 24 Carletonian as being “too hammy,” but “the play opened and closed quite charmingly with music written for the occasion by Peter Basquin” and Peter Thorkelson was one of three that played the music. In February, the Players presented Dylan Thomas’ Under Milk Wood, Wood with Tork in the cast and as assistant director. In March, Tork played a Chopin nocturne in recital and in April was a cast member of Apollo of Belloc. He was also in The Plough and the Stars that March and April. In May, Tork played Prelude and Fugue in D Minor by Bach in recital, while also appearing in the cast of The Underground Man. During Tork’s last term at Carleton in Nov.-Dec. of 1962, he played the roles of Bernardo and the Player King in a production of Hamlet at the Little Nourse Theater. Tork could also be found playing guitar and banjo much of the time at Willis, which was then a student union.

Sam Delson, Carleton Class of 1982, secured a rare interview with Peter Tork about his time at Carleton when Delson went to a Tork performance at Folk City in Greenwich Village in the summer of 1982.

Courtesy Carleton College Archives

Tork told Delson that Carleton was “liberating” for him in that he was introduced to alcohol for the first time (although it was officially forbidden) and he spent much of his time chasing women (even though “they lived on the other side of campus in closed dorms”). Tork said, “I enjoyed myself enormously,” as he recalled having a Friday morning radio show called “Dawn Patrol,” participating in dramatic groups and singing in several folk groups. He performed with Northfield native Peter Basquin (Carleton Class of 1964) who went on to have a career as a respected concert pianist. (Basquin told Delson in a subsequent interview that Tork usually burst into his room at three in the morning to try out new riffs that he’d composed.)

Curious about what Tork had been doing (while avoiding studying), I looked through Carletonian school newspapers to see traces of Tork. Tork, who had played piano since he was nine years old, participated in his first recital at Carleton in December of 1959 when he played Beethoven’s Sonata in F Minor, Opus 2, No. 1. In February of 1960, Peter Tork teamed up with his brother Jeffrey (who played cello in the Carleton Chamber Orchestra) to play seven variations on a theme from Mozart’s Magic Flute. In April of 1960, his piano recital piece was Bach’s Prelude and Fugue in B flat Major. He also took part in student recitals in March and May of 1961.

In November of 1961,Tork began his association with theater, appearing with Peter Basquin in Ulysses in Nighttown. In 1962, the play Mandragola was criticized in the

After his second attempt at college failed, Tork wound up in New York City where he lived with his grandmother and entered the music scene by playing banjo in Greenwich Village coffeehouses. There he became acquainted with other musical newcomers, including José Feliciano and Stephen Stills. It was, in fact, Stephen Stills who persuaded Peter to audition for the Monkees in the summer of 1965 in California.

The advertisement in the show biz paper Variety read: “MADNESS!! Auditions. Folk & Roll Musicians-Singers. For acting roles in new TV series. Running parts for 4 insane boys, age 17-21.” The producers liked Stills, one of 437 “insane boys” who tried out for a part, but supposedly his hair was too thin and his teeth were crooked. Stills said he had a friend

Thorkelson participated in many play productions while at Carleton. He is shown seated at right in this picture of the play cast of The Apollo of Belloc by Jean Giradoux from the Carletonian of April 18, 1962. Courtesy Carleton College Archives

Carleton’s Algol yearbook of 1963 shows P.H. Thorkelson in “Tork” shirt, second from left.

Courtesy Carleton College Archives

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who resembled him, but with better hair and teeth. Tork decided to give it a try, despite being 23. (Tork told Delson, “My teeth should be better, because I paid enough for them.”) Tork won the part and Stills had to content himself with going on to play in Buffalo Springfield and Crosby, Stills and Nash (and sometimes Young).

Thus it was that musicians Mike Nesmith and Peter Tork, with actors Micky Dolenz and Davy Jones, came together as the Monkees. Their first single, Last Train to Clarksville, was released on Aug. 16, 1966, just weeks before the television show had its premiere on Sept. 12. The song shot up the charts to number one

by Nov. 5. Their second single, I’m a Believer, hit number one in eight countries. Six of their singles made it into the top 10 and four of the six albums recorded before Tork left made it to number one. The magazine Rolling Stone reported in a May 11, 2012, story called “Top 25 Teen Idol Breakout Moments” that “In 1967 the Monkees sold more records than the Beatles and the Rolling Stones combined.” (By the way, Tork played Paul McCartney’s five-string banjo on George Harrison’s 1968 debut solo album, Wonderwall Music.)

The television show lasted two seasons and won the group an Emmy Award for outstanding comedy series for 1966-67. Among the hits from their albums were (I’m Not Your) Steppin’ Stone, When Love Comes Knocking (written by Neil Sedaka), I’m a Believer (written by Neil Diamond), Pleasant Valley Sunday (written by Carole King and Gerry Goffin), Daydream Believer, Shades of Gray, and, of course, Hey, Hey, We’re the Monkees. Tork told People Magazine in 1985: “The 60’s were a very schizoid period. We had, on the one hand, a lot of hope and good cheer and gentility going on, and on

the other, a lot of pretty brutal stuff. I think in some ways the Monkees were the distillate of the cheery side. They were the epitome: ultrasharp, ultragood cheer, ultraharmless.”

Early on, instrumentation was provided by studio musicians, including Glen Campbell and Leon Russell. But all of the Monkees could play and did, starting with their third album. Tork had studied classical piano and could play five-string banjo, drums, guitar and bass, among other instruments. The unfair perception that they were somehow a “fake” band may be why they are not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland.

During his 1982 interview with Tork, Sam Delson asked him about the 1967 tour of the Monkees which gave guitarist Jimi Hendrix his first concert tour exposure as the opening act. Delson told me, “I’d heard that the Monkees’ young fans booed Hendrix off the stage.

He confirmed that it had happened, and said it was unfortunate that Hendrix had been placed in that position, but understandable that the Monkees’ young fans might not have appreciated Hendrix’s greatness.” Hendrix left the tour early.

The last Monkees television show was March 25, 1968. Actor/ screenwriter Jack Nicholson and director Robert Rafelson put out an unsuccessful psychedelic movie starring the Monkees called Head in October of 1968 (which has gained a cult following).

After a Far East tour, Tork bought out his last four years with the Monkees in December of 1968 and was the first to leave the group.

Tork told Delson, “I wanted my own musical identity separate from those guys. But, unfortunately, that never came to pass.” Delson told me that when he asked Tork if his first solo project had gone

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far, Tork replied, “Sepulveda,“ meaning only as far as Sepulveda Boulevard on the west side of Los Angeles.

Tork went on to play in several musical groups, performing in folk festivals and small clubs. He also tried teaching in California, went through three marriages and faced up to substance abuse problems in the 1980s. In March of 2009, he battled a rare cancer of the head and neck and underwent radiation treatments.

Delson wrote in his 1982 story that Tork’s Folk City shows revealed him to be a “talented and versatile musician,” who “displayed his skills on the piano, banjo and guitar with equal aplomb. His stage presence was warm and charismatic, and his song selection was eclectic.” Tork played original compositions, one obligatory Monkees song and other pieces ranging from bluegrass standards to Bach piano sonatas and from Chuck Berry to the Grateful Dead. Tork’s “thin, reedy tenor” had limited range, “but the spirit was there.” Tork gave Delson his “stock answer” about a Monkees reunion: “If I thought there was any chance of there being anything new in it as well as a decent piece of change, I would go for it.

But without both artistic/authentic and pecuniary considerations, forget it.”

In 1986, a Monkees TV show rerun marathon was broadcast on MTV, followed by reruns on Nickelodeon, sparking renewed interest in the group. A 20th anniversary tour by Dolenz, Jones and Tork followed, with Nesmith joining occasionally. Nesmith did not need the money, as he inherited $25 million when his mother, Bette Nesmith Smith, died in 1980. She had made a fortune by inventing Liquid Paper.

In the 1990s, Tork discovered an affinity for the blues and started a touring band called Shoe Suede Blues. But, of course, the big bucks came with the Monkees and all four Monkees participated in an 11th album, Justus, in 1996, their first recording all together since 1968. There were sporadic reunion shows after that, with sometimes acrimonious results, until the unexpected death by heart attack of Davy Jones on Feb. 29, 2012. Nesmith, Dolenz and Tork went on a cross-country U.S. tour in November and December of that year, using recordings and video in tribute to Jones. Subsequent tours followed.

In this, their 50th anniversary year, the Monkees were back in the news with their 12th album, Good Times! Two sample headlines: Rolling Stone, May 24, 2016, “How the Monkees Got their 1960s Groove Back,” The New York Times, May 25, “Hey, Hey, the Monkees are Busy Singing Again.” The Times critic Jon Pareles described Tork’s song Little Girl as a “wandering, eccentric waltz that would have been home in the late 1960s” and concluded, “Fifty years later, the Monkees are still endearing.” Rolling Stone’s Rob Sheffield said, “Monkees freaks have waited far too long for this album. But it was worth the wait.”

Good Times! is a Rhino studio album with contributions from songwriters known to be Monkees fans (Ben Gibbard of Death Cab for Cutie, Andy Partridge of XTC, Rivers Cuomo of Weezer, Paul Weller of the Jam and Noel Gallagher of Oasis) with Fountains of Wayne front man Adam Schlesinger as producer, as well as tunes from the ’60s vault. It includes an unreleased 1967 recording of Davy Jones singing a Neil Diamond song, Love to Love, a new vocal by Tork to the Carole King-Gerry Goffin tune Wasn’t Born to Follow and the title song, Good Times!, which had been written

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The Monkees released a 50th anniversary album “Good Times!” this year, dedicated to the memory of their “friend and brother” Davy Jones, “Manchester Cowboy,” who died in 2012. The album won critical praise, leading the New York Times to say the Monkees “got their 60s groove back.”

by Harry Nilsson for his friend Dolenz in 1968. The album was recorded in February and March, largely at Lucy’s Meat Market studio in Los Angeles with other musicians in addition to the three Monkees. However, Dolenz said, “There was no reason for us to be all there at the same time. The days of all standing around the mono microphone singing harmonies are long gone.”

Dolenz and Tork embarked on a 50th anniversary tour, starting on May 18 in Ft. Myers, Florida, with Nesmith joining them at a sold-out Pantages Theater show in Los Angeles on Sept. 16. Minnesotans with Monkee mania have been passed up, as remaining tour dates in November are in Waukegan, Illlinois, Saint Charles, Missouri, Lincoln, Rhode Island and Englewood, New Jersey, and then Dolenz and Tork will embark in December on an Australian tour.

So, the question arises, has Peter Tork’s time in Northfield been forgotten? It hadn’t been in 1980. That year, Peter Tork was memorialized at Carleton at the dedication of the Tork Pinball Area after the Sayles-Hill Gymnasium was remodeled into the Campus Center. In October, 1979, a portrait of Carleton’s first president, James W. Strong, was stolen from Laird Hall near the president’s office and replaced overnight by a day-glo velvet portrait of Elvis Presley. A ransom note from a group calling itself “The Gang of at Least Three and Not Over Sixteen Hundred” had several demands, including renaming Great Hall after Peter Tork. In his response, the Director of College Relations, George Dehne, refused to rename Great Hall because Peter Tork did not graduate from Carleton and “it is against our best interest to show you can succeed without a Carleton diploma.” The gang’s threats escalated, as the kidnappers sent a snapshot of the Strong portrait with a knife held at Strong’s throat, followed by a photo of Strong’s ear (“an anatomical sample of the President”).

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In 1979, “The Gang of at Least Three and Not Over Sixteen Hundred” captured a portrait of Carleton’s first president, James W. Strong, and facetiously threatened it with a knife, with demands including that famous non-graduate Peter Tork be honored at the college. Courtesy Carleton College Archives

Finally, the Gang of at Least Three and Not Over Sixteen Hundred asked only that the Sayles-Hill pinball room be named after Peter Tork. Dehne replied, “The college refuses to negotiate with kidnappers. But, it just so happens that we were planning to name the pinball area after Peter Tork, anyway…Remember that we are doing this because it is an appropriate gesture to a fine nongraduate, not because we have been coerced by your illegal act.”

On March 5, 1980, the Tork Pinball Area was formally dedicated at Sayles-Hill with a sign and a champagne reception. (The sign has since disappeared.)

In an interview in the Baltimore Sun of May 26, 2016, Peter Tork commented on the question of whether the Monkees belonged in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He said that, although he would vote for inclusion, “if there was a hall of fame for television casts who became pop groups in their own right, we would be the only candidate. There’s a great deal to feel good about.”

Local fans can also feel good that Peter Tork spent some time “monkeying around” Northfield.

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Clubs, Classes and More…

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls • 421 Mill St.

507/263-7400 cannonriverwinery.com Footworks Ballroom Dance – Nov. 16, 6:30-7:30pm – Ballroom, Latin and swing group classes. No experience necessary. Enjoy a laid back, fun atmosphere for all. Tickets: $19.

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota • 320 East Ave. crossingsatcarnegie.com • 507/732-7616 Classes in the arts for preschoolers through adults.

Wine & Wheel – Nov. 19, 7-9pm – Come learn about the pottery wheel in a relaxed atmosphere. Bedo Rodriguez will teach how to center on the wheel and trim your pieces while you laugh with friends. Bring a bottle of wine or another favorite beverage and spend a few hours with your hands in some clay. Cost: $28 plus $8 supplies. If you choose to have any pieces fired in the kiln, the cost is $4 per piece.

Faribault Public Library • 11 Division St. E • 507/334-2222 Northstar Digital Literacy – Wed 2-4pm (not meeting Nov. 23) Digital Discussions – Thu 6-7pm (not meeting Nov. 24) Family Storytime – Tue 6:30pm, W/Th 10:30am Little Big Read – Thu 4-5pm Books & Brownies – Nov. 14, 4-4:45pm Pizza & Pages – Nov. 21, 4-4:45pm Ferndale Market, Cannon Falls • 31659 Willow Trail 507/263-4556 • ferndalemarket.com Turkey Roasting 101 – Nov. 19, 9-10am – Chef Donald will show how to make a deliciously moist, herb-roasted turkey and a homemade gravy. He will answer questions about brining, prepping, roasting, carving and more. Only 25 spots available – reserve your place by calling 507/263-4556.

The HideAway Coffeehouse and Wine Bar, Northfield

507/663-0400 • 421 Division St. S • thehideawaynorthfield.com Art and Wine Night – first Tue (Nov. 1), 6:30pm – $26 for all painting supplies and instruction. Come early for food and drink, not included. Reserve your spot at 507/664-0400.

Hot Spot Music, Northfield • 801 Division St. S • hotspotmusic.org Music lessons, studio space, classes, jams, events.

Intro to Improv – Learn to make music in the moment with instructor Martha Larson. Enroll online.

Bluegrass and claw hammer banjo lessons – with instructor Helen Forsythe. Enroll at 507/491-6993.

J. Grundy’s Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield • 503 Division St. S 507/645-6691 • ruebnstein.com Paint Night – 2nd Tue (Nov. 8), 6-8pm – Cost: $34. Register at northfieldschools.org/communityservices or 507/664-3651.

Date Night Paint by Numbers – 3rd Thu (Nov. 17), 6-8pm – Cost: $34. Register at northfieldschools.org/communityservices or 507/664-3651 Just Food Co-op • 507/650-0106 • justfood.coop Knitting Night – Mondays, 7-9pm – Knit, chat, share ideas and get help. 507/645-6331 for more info.

Lakeville Area Arts Center • 20965 Holyoke Ave. • 952/985-4640 lakevilleareaartscenter.com Art classes dedicated to the creative spirit. Fostering an environment that enhances individual expression and develops self-esteem and respect. Trained instructors pride themselves on using only the highest quality materials and the pottery studio has been referred to as one of the best in the area.

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Northfield Arts Guild • 507/645-8877 • 304 Division St. S

The Arts Guild has a little something for everyone – all ages, all abilities, all levels. Get messy in a clay class or refine your movement in a dance class, plus lots more. Register online or stop by to register at the Arts Guild office. Classes available for youth, adults, homeschoolers and those with special needs.

Northfield Dance Academy • 640 Water St. S. • 507/645-4068 northfielddance.com Call or email to register 507/645-4068 or northfielddance@gmail.com.

Northfield Public Library • 507/645-6606 • 210 Washington St. Mystery Book Group – Nov. 21, 6:30-8pm Contemporary Women’s Authors Book Group – Nov. 1, 7-8pm Science Fiction Book Group – Nov. 28, 7-8pm Preschool Storytime – Thu 10-10:45am (library closed Nov. 24) Infant Lapsit – Tue 10-10:45am Toddler Rhyme Time – Wed 10-10:45am Library iPad Club for Kids – Nov. 1 and 8, 3:30-5pm Northfield Senior Center • 1651 Jefferson Pkwy. northfieldseniorcenter.org • 507/664-3700 Programs for active older adults in a premier fitness facility with an indoor pool and certified fitness instructors. Bike club, hiking trips, ping pong, nutrition talks, art classes, writing classes, card groups, dining center, fitness classes and more.

Northfield Yarn • 314 Division St. S • 507/645-1330 northfieldyarn.com Open Stitching – Thu, 6-8pm; Fri, 10am-12pm – Bring a project and share in the fun. Free.

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault • 321 Central Ave. N 507/332-7372 • paradisecenterforthearts.org.

Find art-related classes for kids and adults.

Paint a Portrait of Your Pet with Artist Julie Fakler – Nov. 15, 4-6pm – Learn step-by-step how to paint a portrait of your pet.

Learn about underpainting, form, shape and color. Bring a photo of your pet to class. If you don’t have a pet, don’t worry. Photos of pets will be available. Wear clothes that can get paint on them. For ages seven and up. Ages six and under can participate with an adult helper. $20 members, $24 nonmembers.

River Bend Nature Center, Faribault • 1000 Rustad Rd. 507/332-7151 • rbnc.org • Trails open 6am-10pm daily, free The days may be growing shorter and cooler but that’s no reason for you to hibernate. On Nov. 2, Lifelong Learners will learn about “Misunderstood Animals” such as mosquitoes, ticks, and leeches.

The free, monthly Bagels & Birds program is Nov. 5. Then on Nov. 9, the Older, Wiser, Livelier Seniors (OWLS) Luncheon will focus on the topic of “Water Resources 101: Farmers protecting soil health and water quality”. Finally, “Reduce, Reuse and Recycle” will be the focus on Homeschool Science Day Nov. 28. Mark your calendar and support your favorite local nature center during Give to the Max Day Nov. 17. Program information and registration is available on River Bend’s website at www.rbnc.org or by calling 507/3327151.

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Froggy Bottoms River Pub/Lily PADio

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1010 Hwy. 3 S., Northfield • 507/664-9139 – 11am-10pm – Family restaurant offering authentic Mexican cuisine as well as wonderful margaritas and more. Party room available.

307 S. Water St., Northfield • 507/301-3611 • Mon 4-10pm, Tue/Wed 11am-10pm, Thu-Sat 11-1am, Sun 11am-9pm – Upper-class bar food including appetizers, salads, burgers and more. Open for lunch and dinner.

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The HideAway Coffeehouse & Wine Bar

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421 Division St., Northfield • 507/664-0400 – Mon-Fri, 6am-10pm, Sat-Sun 7am-10pm – Cozy bistro atmosphere serving unique appetizers and sandwiches. Coffee drinks, wine and beer specialties.

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2018 Jefferson Rd., Ste. G, Northfield • 507/366-1862 520 Central Ave., Faribault • 507/333-1344 Sun/Mon 11am-9pm, Tue-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri/Sat 11am-11pm – A richly varied menu of fresh, natural ingredients, wholesome sauces and a combination of flavorful spices that encourage a depth of flavor.

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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 • 507/301-2744 – Mon/Tue Closed, Wed/Thu 4-9pm, Fri/Sat 11am-1am, Sun 11am-9pm – Italian style family restaurant offering pizza, pasta, appetizers, sandwiches and kids meals. Daily specials, variety of draft and bottle beers and spirits.

Just Food Co-op

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516 Water St S, Northfield • 507/650-0106 – Open Daily 8am-9pm – Your local community-owned grocery store proudly offering locally sourced foods daily in the deli.

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.

Maria’s

4475 280th W., Castle Rock • 507/321-1884 • M, T, W, F 11am-2pm Authentic Mexican fair, weekly specials, take and bake pizza or call ahead baked pizza. Located in Castle Rock gas station. Open for takeout lunch.

Spring Creek Grille at the Northfield Golf Club

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707 Prairie St., Northfield • 507/645-4026 – Lunch Daily 11am-4pm, Pub Menu M, Th, Sa, Su 4pm-7pm, Dinner Menu Tu, W, F 4-8pm – The goal at Spring Creek Grille is to serve the freshest, local, home-style foods. Menus are seasonally influenced and ever changing. The staff has the passion, commitment and experience to provide the finest. The chefs bring you honest, healthy, simple recipes all made to order.

Quality Bakery and Coffee Shop

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410 Division St., Northfield • 507/645-8392 – Opens 6am 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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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.

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This council, like all previous councils (and indeed all governments everywhere) has been accused of being dysfunctional. This is both normal and natural. Usually this means that we disagree with the decisions they make. This too is both normal and natural.

To the extent that this is true, it is because our city council has allowed itself all too often to be side-tracked from making good decisions by individual, and even collective, petty obsessions, distractions and firmly held yet totally unproductive principles and world views.

The council is a decision-making body and good decisions must be based on reason, rational debate and fiscal responsibility (for it is the easiest thing in the world to spend other people’s money). Before a good decision can be made, individual preconceived notions and prejudicial world views must be set aside. The council must have access to facts, solid information and sound data, without which all that individual members can offer is just another opinion; all too often emotionally-based and therefore simply wrong.

Such obsessions, increasingly strident and anathema to civil debate, include gender, sexuality, race, climate change, oil-phobia, etc; the list gets longer year after year. These issues, formerly concerns have morphed into constraints and nowadays into determinants of decisions – to the detriment of the decisions and to our community. This situation has come about through the truncation of free speech through self- or other-censorship. Where you see diversity, I see division and in this regard I declare myself a non-conformist.

Two personal qualities that have helped me in my decision making: I am accountable to the entity – in this case, our community – this helps me overcome my emotional dispositions. And, despite the pressures, I give myself time to think before making a decision. I offer these qualities to you and our city council.

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