December 2015 Entertainment Guide by The Entertainment Guide

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TWICE THE CHEER THIS YEAR Dec 4-6, 10-13 - Faribault TUBACHRISTMAS Dec 5 - Northfield WINTER WALK Dec 10 - Northfield THE DON JUANS Dec 12 - Zumbrota ASHES FOR APRIL Dec 12 - Cannon Falls SHAUN JOHNSON BIG BAND EXPERIENCE Dec 14 - Burnsville THE HIGH 48S Dec 19 - Zumbrota

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Contents

Theater �� 2-3 Exhibits ��4

05 since 20

Happenings ��5-23, 32-44

your source for happenings since 2005

Clubs, Classes & More �� 53

Vol. 10, Issue 12

Historic Happenings: Dancing Duo: Sostek and McClellan �� 47-52

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Dining ��54-55

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Advertisers’ Index �� 54

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Twice the Cheer this Year

Dec. 4-6, 10-13; Th-Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault Two heart-warming family favorites for the holidays presented live on stage for just one ticket. In The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, the Herdman children invade the local church, after being told they serve snacks, just in time to be cast in the annual Christmas Pageant. Christmas will never be the same again. Then, the classic TV special, A Charlie Brown Christmas, comes to life, with all its wonderful characters caught up in the rush of the holiday season, until Linus reminds them of the true meaning of Christmas. Tickets: $15 members, $16 nonmembers, $10 students, available at the box office, 507/332-7372 or paradisecenterforthearts.org/tickets. A Christmas Carol

Dec. 4-6, 10-13; Th-Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Little Theatre of Owatonna This Charles Dickens classic is directed by Jeffrey Jackson. Tickets: $14 adults, $10 students, available at the box office, 507/451-0764, or at the door. The Turn of the Screw

Dec. 4-7, 10-13, 17-20; Th/F/Sa/M 7:30pm, Su 2pm Ames Center, Burnsville Directed by Benjamin Kutschied. A young woman journeys to a remote English manor to take up her new position as governess to the family’s two young children. But what happened to the previous governess? Layers of secrets are peeled away and tension mounts as the governess starts to question what – and who – is (or is not) real. Struggling to be the person she aspires to be, she strives to protect the children from the threats she perceives. Henry James’ famous tale of suspense, horror and repressed sexuality is brought to the stage in a gripping adaptation by one of Minnesota’s finest playwrights, Jeffrey Hatcher. Tickets: $22 adults, $19 students, seniors, Fringe Button holders and groups of eight or more, $16 groups of 20 or more, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com.

Winter Wonderettes

Dec. 11-13, 17-20; Th-Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Northfield Arts Guild Theater An energetic and glittering musical in fourpart harmony. Directed by Justin Cervantes with musical direction by Yvonne Freese and special guest pianist Theo Wee. Set in 1968, this bubbly musical is packed with humor and holiday tunes. During the Christmas party at Harper’s Hardware store, their Rent-a-Santa turns up missing and it’s up to the Wonderettes to keep the employees entertained. Tickets: $18 adults, $13 students and seniors, group rates available for groups of eight or more, available at northfieldartsguild.org or 507/645-8877. Elf Jr. the Musical

Dec. 11-13, 18-20, 26-27; F/Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pm Lakeville Area Arts Center Plays the Thing Productions presents this title known the world over. Elf Jr. is based on the beloved holiday film and is a hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy musical that follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity. Tickets: $14, available at 952/985-4640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com. Ole & Lena’s Family Christmas

Dec. 16-17, 7pm Ames Center, Burnsville

Christmas has always been Lena’s favorite time of the year, even if, as Ole says, “it makes her more than a little loopy.” As usual, Lena has invited the whole family, even her snooty cousin Mildred, who’s too proper to attend. Ole really wants nothing to do with the whole thing, especially the part where Lena has him dress up in the old ratty Santa suit and hand out presents. Can Sven get Ole out of playing Santa? Will Lena be able to keep it all together while she prepares for the family Christmas? Find out in this hilarious comedy about life, love, family and growing old together. Tickets: $20, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com.

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TWICE THE CHEER THIS YEAR Opens Dec 4 - Faribault TUBACHRISTMAS Dec 5 - Northfield WINTER WALK Dec 10 - Northfield THE DON JUANS Dec 12 - Zumbrota ASHES FOR APRIL Dec 12 - Cannon Falls SHAUN JOHNSON BIG BAND EXPERIENCE Dec 14 - Burnsville THE HIGH 48S Dec 19 - Zumbrota

WINTER WONDERETTES Opens Dec 11 - Northfield

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Auditions The Case of the Riverboat Rendezvous

Dec. 5-6, 6-8pm • Northfield Arts Guild Written and directed by Peggy Sheldon. This interactive dinner theater murder mystery will be staged at the Northfield Golf Club as a benefit for the Northfield Arts Guild. The story is set on board an 1894 Mississippi paddle wheeler, which has been converted to a floating casino and nightclub. Structured as Promenade Theater, the show features ten cast members plus a dozen parts which will be taken by audience volunteers. Performances are Feb. 13-14. For more information, email plsheldon118@gmail.com. Robin Hood

Dec. 7-8, 6:15-8:15pm • 512 Washington St., Northfield Auditions and technical interviews for a production of Purple Door Youth Theater, an educational theater company for young people grades 2-12. Instructors: Rachel Haider, Joe Jorgensen and Tania Larsen Legvold. Through hands-on theater experiences, students will be involved with every aspect of producing the show from designing and building to performing, marketing and

ushering. The company will train students for acting, in scenery, lights, costumes and sound. Robin Hood is a classic tale of good vs. evil. The story revolves around a band of underground heroes who rally for those who cannot. Acting auditioners should prepare a nursery rhyme to be recited or read at auditions. Students interested in interviewing for a tech position need not prepare anything. Parents of students auditioning are asked to send along a calendar of any rehearsal conflict dates/times with their students to auditions. Rehearsals begin Jan. 5 and performances are Feb. 19-21 at the Northfield Arts Guild Theater. Call the Arts Guild at 507/645-8877 to schedule an appointment or for more information. The Sunshine Boys

Dec. 15, 7pm • Cannon Falls High School Auditorium Written by Neil Simon. Produced by Cannon Community Theater. Open auditions for two male “senior” leads, five male roles total, two female roles total. Performances Feb. 12-14, 19-21. More at facebook.com/cannoncommunitytheater.

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Havin’ a ball... After a year of transition and changes, it is looking pretty good right now. I have had an absolutely great year in so many ways. As it comes to a close, I wish to gather with family and friends to celebrate life, love, and dreams. A very intuitive friend told me early in the year that 2015 was going to be a time of letting go of old things, old relationships, old ideas and beliefs – making way for new things, happier, brighter, healthier things. Indeed, I have been liberated by the falling away of unhealthy relationships and bad habits – and it feels as if time and space have opened up for me. People have come into my life who are creative, intelligent, kind, and loving, with no hidden agenda. My art studio and gallery are fantastic! The opening events, the artists, musicians, and patrons gravitating to them, have been a joy. I have been blessed. And I’m thankful for every single moment, act of kindness, purchase of art, thoughtful words, new friends and brilliant connections. The world has so much misery, and getting swept up in it can be a dangerous thing. My contribution, my way of helping is to bring art, music, joy, and laughter together at Imagine Art Studio & Gallery, and through Left Field. I am indeed having a ball! “Creativity is intelligence having fun.” ― Albert Einstein

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Ames Center

12600 Nicollet Ave, Burnsville • ames-center.com 952/895-4685 • M-F 9am-5pm, Sa 10am-2pm, Su 12-4pm Minnesota Watercolor Society: Brilliant Passages – through Dec. 13 – Featuring more than 80 artists and juried by Sally Johnson of Groveland Gallery in Minneapolis. The Minnesota Watercolor Society is one of the largest associations of watercolor artists in the Midwest with more than 325 members. Reid Thorpe – Dec. 17-Jan. 17

Art on Water Gallery

(Pop-up Gallery by Kjerland Studio) 217 Water St. S, Ste. 101 Nov. 28-Christmas, F/Sa 11am-5pm, Wed Dec. 10 (Winter Walk) 4-8pm Tonya and Cayenne Kjerland – Stained glass panels, fused glass, mosaics, cards, and tree ornaments – Through Christmas. G allery Opening/Artist Reception Dec. 5, 11am-5pm

Crossings at Carnegie

320 East Ave., Zumbrota • 507/732-7616 crossingsatcarnegie.com • M/T/W/F 10am-5pm, Th 10am8pm, Sa 10am-4pm Amy Cass and Missy Hagen – Ceramics, watercolor and mixed media – through Nov. 28 Fabrications 12 – Nov. 30-Dec. 31 – fiber and textile art, handmade jewelry by 16 artists. Reception – Dec. 5, 6-7:15pm.

Flaten Art Museum

Dittmann Center, St. Olaf • wp.stolaf.edu/flaten/ 507/786-3556 • F-W 10am-5pm, Th 10am-8pm My Heart in My Hands: Ron Gallas and Friends – through Jan. 24 – This exhibition celebrates the artistic career and creative influences of Ron Gallas, associate professor of art at St. Olaf. Examining Gallas’ work alongside artists who have influenced and been influenced by him, this retirement exhibition takes as its subject the artist and his creative community.

Hobgoblin Music/Stoney End Loft

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Lakeville Area Arts Center

20965 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville • 952/985-4640 LakevilleAreaArtsCenter.com • M-F 8am-4:30pm Holiday Art Sale and Empty Bowls Fundraiser – Dec. 4, 12-6pm, Dec. 5, 12-9pm – Unique gifts handmade by instructors and students including pottery, fiber, mixed media, painting and jewelry. Art will remain on sale and on display during business hours through Dec. 21. The fundraiser benefits the local community food shelf.

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304 Division St. • 507/645-8877 • northfieldartsguild.org M-Sa 10-6pm, Su 12-4pm. The Archer House gallery is open all day, year round. Main Gallery: Fine Craft Collective – through Dec. 24 – This 12th annual show of fine craft features more than 20 local artists working in jewelry, ceramics, painting, fiber, wood and more. Holiday Reception Dec. 19, 10am-6pm. Up Gallery: A+ Holiday Mart – Dec. 8 and 10, 5-9pm – As part of the Autism and the Arts program at the Arts Guild, teens and young adults on the autism spectrum will be selling their bird-theme works. Artist wares include clay and felt bird ornaments, owl ornaments, pendants and an assortment of cards and gift tags. Shop for affordable holiday gifts that support artists of all abilities in our community. Archer House: Photography by Fred T. Miller – through Dec. 31 – Wonder, Minnesota takes a look at the night sky as a source of wonder, inspiration, direction and fascinating stories of our species. F-Town Brewing Company Gallery: Steel sculptures by Jennifer Wolcott – through Dec. 31 – Collaboration of the Northfield Arts Guild and Paradise Center for the Arts at Faribault’s new brewery.

Northfield Arts Guild at Allina Clinic

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Northfield Historical Society

408 Division St. • 507/645-9268 • northfieldhistory.org M-Sa 10am-5pm, Su 1-5pm 40 for 40 –through Dec. 31 – The Historical Society is celebrating its 40th anniversary with this selection of unique, surprising, ordinary and iconic objects, donated over the years.

Northfield Senior Center Gallery

1651 Jefferson Pkwy. • 507/664-3700 northfieldseniorcenter.org Inspiration in Hue and Form – through Nov. 29 – Paintings by Paul Noah and wood sculptures by Howard Schroeder.

Paradise Center for the Arts

321 Central Ave., Faribault • 507/332-7372 Tu/W/F/Sa 12-5pm, Th 12-8pm • Su/M closed Through Jan. 5: Carlander Family Gallery: Members’ Exhibit Lois Vranesh Boardroom Gallery:

George Sierakowki

Corey Lynn Creger Memorial Gallery: Bethlehem Academy Paradise Center Healing Arts Gallery at District One Hospital:

200 State Ave., Faribault George Sierakowski: Charlie and Friends Featured artists: DJ Steinmetz, A.K. Dayton, Sandra Spellman, Siro Amerson, Alice A. Savitski and Teresa Kauffmann Holly Days Sale – through Dec. 30 – Artistic wares of 20 regional artists’ work in the gift shop. A portion of the sales will help fund continuing programs and exhibits.

HAPPE N I NG S The last days of November… FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27 Jagged Ease • 5:30-8:30pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Regulars on the southern Minnesota music scene, Jagged Ease is an acoustic duo playing originals and covering many genres from easy-going lounge to blues-driven ballads. More at jaggedease.com. Bar Bingo • 7pm

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas “Lucky Sevens” by the Fabulous Armadillos • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota This talent-packed band performs a concert featuring great songs from 1957, ’67, ’77 and ’87, from Buddy Holly to the Beatles, the Bee Gees to Bon Jovi. Tickets: $34 in advance, $38 at door. Reservations at 507/732-7616. 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 fingerpicking style and warm vocals as well as his depth of knowledge in the history of the blues. More at lonesomedan.com.

Texas Holdem • 8pm

Northfield VFW DJ • 9-11pm

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield Tripwire • 9:30pm-close

Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville Tripwire is Tim Melin (vocals, guitar, fiddle, sax, harmonica, mandolin, drums, banjo, keys, trumpet, melodica), Lars Hegland (vocals, guitar, bass, drums, harmonica, keys, kazoo), Mark Arneson (vocals, drums, trumpet, keys, kazoo), Bryce Smith (vocals, bass, guitar, beatbox, kazoo) – all told – pretty much the Renaissance men of music. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28 Deck the Falls • 12-6pm

Cannon Falls Kick off the holiday season and support local businesses by taking part in “Small Business Saturday.” Events include store open houses, Deck the Falls parade, holiday music, bake sales…all culminating with the ceremonial lighting of the community Christmas tree. Cannon River Winery will have live music.

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, November 28, continued Andrew Walesch • 2-5pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Whether recording jingles, producing shows, composing and arranging, or singing as a solo artist and with big bands all over the country, Walesch is known for his unique approach to The Great American Songbook. He has sung and played on the stage of The Bluebird Cafe in Nashville and the the legendary Chicago Theater and has appeared on the nationally syndicated broadcast Mountain Stage on NPR. In March of 2015, he premiered his highly successful conception, “100 Years of Sinatra,” to two sold out audiences at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres in the Twin Cities with the Andrew Walesch Big Band.

The Frye • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield A popular acoustic duo known for its lush harmonies and love of ’70s AM radio rock. Presenting original tunes along with favorites from Neil Young, Warren Zevon, Bobbie Gentry, Patti Smith and Bruce Springsteen.

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Long Time Gone Bluegrass Band Annual Holiday Concert • 7pm

Hobgoblin/Stoney End Music Loft, Red Wing Start the season right with great bluegrass plus holiday extras and special guests. Tickets: $15. More at hobgoblin-usa.com. Michael Johnson • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota 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 in advance, $25 at door. Reservations at 507/732-7616.

Davina and the Vagabonds • 8pm

The Grand Event Center, Northfield Davina Sowers and the Vagabonds have created a stir on the national music scene with their high-energy live shows, level A musicianship, sharp-dressed professionalism, and Sowers’ commanding stage presence. Tickets available exclusively at Northfield Olive Oils & Vinegars. 507/403-9829. DJ • 9pm-1am

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2

I Cantanti Chamber Choirs: A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols • 7:30pm

Traditional Irish Music Session •  7-9pm

Skinner Chapel, Carleton, Northfield Directed by Wayne Kivell. Quiz Night • 8pm

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield Teams compete for prizes and bragging rights. $5/team. $1 off drinks. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30 Bingo • 7pm

Carbone’s, Northfield Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

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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.

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield A gathering of musicians and listeners in a relaxed, informal setting. Along with the music enjoy conversation, camaraderie and perhaps even a few Irish dance steps. Tommy Emmanuel • 8pm

Ames Center, Burnsville One of only five musicians handpicked by his mentor, Chet Atkins, as a Certified Guitar Player (CGP), Aussie Tommy Emmanuel has piled up numerous accolades, including two Grammy nominations and two ARIA Awards from the Australian Recording Industry Association. He’s been voted Favorite Acoustic Guitarist in both Guitar Magazine and Acoustic Guitar Magazine’s reader poll and is a YouTube sensation. Tickets: $39.50, $49.50 available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3 Commanders Coffee • 10am

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

Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30-10pm

Faribault Hometown Holidays Kickoff • 5:30pm

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

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Author Event: B.J. Carpenter • 5:30-7pm

St. Olaf Bookstore, Northfield One of four Christmas Festival author events Dec. 3-6. See ad on page 10 for details. Bar Bingo • 6pm

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First Thursday Pub Nights: Phil Halstead • 6-9pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center Live music, pub food, cash bar. General admission seating. Tickets: $5 advance, $7 door, available at 952/985-4640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com. Poetry Night with D. E. Green • 7pm

Content Bookstore, Northfield Green will read from his work and invite others to share a poem of their own. Fesler-Lampert Performing Arts Series: George Maurer Group • 7:30pm

Newhall Auditorium, Shattuck-St. Mary’s, Faribault Minnesota-based musician George Maurer, one of the Midwest’s most accomplished jazz pianists and composer/arrangers, pulls together some of the region’s best jazz musicians to form a classy jazz group. The group mixes just the right proportions of refinement and relate-ability as they play straight-ahead jazz with their trademark lighthearted flair. Tickets: $15 adults, $9 students, available at the Shattuck-St. Mary’s Box Office, or 507/333-1620.

Mark Mraz • 8pm

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. DJ and Karaoke • 9pm-1am

Froggy Bottoms River Pub and Lily PADio, Northfield By Speedo Entertainment. St. Olaf Christmas Festival • 7:30pm

Skoglund Center, St. Olaf, Northfield One of the oldest musical celebrations of Christmas in the U.S. Started in 1912 by F. Melius Christiansen, founder of the St. Olaf College Music Department, the festival features more than 500 student musicians who are members of five choirs and the St. Olaf Orchestra conducted by Steven Amundson. Participating choral ensembles include the St. Olaf Choir conducted by Anton Armstrong, Viking Chorus and Chapel Choir both conducted by Mark Stover, Cantorei conducted by James Bobb and the Manitou Singers conducted by Therees Hibbard. Each group performs individually and as part of a mass ensemble. The festival, which is regularly broadcast nationwide on public television and radio, has been featured in such publications as TV Guide, Entertainment Weekly, The Wall Street Journal and the Los Angeles Times. Tickets: $30 and a $7 transaction fee, available at wp.stolaf.edu/christmasfest. Dec. 3-6.

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St. Olaf Bookstore, Northfield One of four Christmas Festival author events Dec. 3-6. See ad on page 10 for details.

Holiday Art Sale and Empty Bowls Fundraiser • 12-6pm

The HideAway Coffeehouse and Winebar, Northfield Each Friday join the HideAway family for a free movie and popcorn.

Lakeville Area Arts Center See exhibits page.

Faribault Hometown Holidays: Alexander Faribault House Open House • 4-7pm

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Mini Concert: Norseman Band • 5pm

Boe Chapel, St. Olaf, Northfield Conducted by Associate Professor of Music Paul Niemisto. Timothy Howe • 5-8pm

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

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The Contented Cow, Northfield This annual event has more romantic sentimentality then two puppies sitting in the lap of Julie Andrews while Andy Williams serenades her with I’ll Be Home for Christmas. It’s so schmaltzy you you may even get a little misty-eyed when they start singing old English carols. Bar Bingo • 7pm

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas Lorie Line: Christmas in the City • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville Pianist Lorie Line takes the stage once again for her 26th year of touring. This year’s show promises to be a fun-filled, fashion-forward, magical night of Christmas music in the big city. Line will be bringing along her cast of characters including Santa, her young and talented Fab Five and a special featured vocalist. Tickets: $49, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. Also Dec. 5.

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Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

Theater: Twice the Cheer this Year • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. Theater: A Christmas Carol • 7:30pm

Little Theatre of Owatonna See theater page.

Ben Aaron and Anna Marie Mitchell • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield Ben Aaron brings his original folk, blues and Americana songs. Sit back and enjoy as he plays your favorite popular songs from the past and present, along with selections from his recent CD release, Blue Winter. He will be joined by Anna Marie Mitchell, an up-and-coming singer/songwriter who hails from Northfield but is already making a big splash in Nashville and beyond. The Forrest Rangers • 8-11pm

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Lakeville Area Arts Center Award-winning musician Billy McLaughlin and six-member ensemble featuring acoustic and holiday vocal music. Tickets: $30 advance, $35 at the door, available at 952/9854640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com. Billy McLaughlin. Photo by Ryan Taylor

Froggy Bottoms River Pub and 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 recent CD release, Whiskey Sweet, recorded at the legendary Sun Studio in Memphis, TN.

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HAPPENINGS Friday, December 4, continued DJ • 9-11pm

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Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville Gabe Elmhorst (lead vocal, rhythm, harmonica, tambourine – influences include AC/DC to Theory of a Deadman); Mike Carlson (guitar – influences include Madonna to Dream Theater); Steve Hurinenko and Jason Wilkerson (bass, piano – influences from Cash to Zeppelin). SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5 Christmas in the Village

Downtown Lakeville Visits with Santa, storytelling with Mrs. Claus, face painting, live reindeer, trolley rides, music and Santa’s Secret Store, where kids can enjoy hassle-free holiday shopping. The store is designed for children to purchase gifts (priced $1-$15) for family and friends. Children and parents work together to make a shopping list of whom to buy for and how much to spend on each person. While parents wait in the coffee shop, volunteers help the children shop for their gifts, which are wrapped that day. Brunch with Santa and Family Photos • 11am

Glenhaven Event Center, Farmington $25 adults, $12 kids.

Faribault Hometown Holidays • 11am-3pm

Downtown Faribault Santa at Heartman Insurance (11am-1pm), Free Family Movie at Village Theatre (1:30pm), Alexander Faribault House Open House (10am-3pm).

Gallery Opening and Artist Reception • 11am-5pm

Art on Water Gallery, Northfield Kjerland Studio presents this pop-up gallery featuring new work by Tonya and Cayenne Kjerland, including stained glass panels, fused glass, mosaics, cards and tree ornaments. The gallery is open Fridays and Saturday, Nov. 28-Christmas, 11am5pm (4-8pm Dec. 10 for Winter Walk).

Holiday Art Sale and Empty Bowls Fundraiser • 12-9pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See exhibits page. Relativity • 1-4pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Voted one of the best bands in Northfield, Relativity is a duo that combines vocals, guitar, mandolin, harmonica and percussion to create a fun evening of music. They pack a request list of a couple hundred songs – from covers of current music like the Avett Brothers and the Lumineers, to classic and folk rock such as Fleetwood Mac and the Indigo Girls. Monroe Crossing • 2 and 7pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center Musical merriment at Monroe Crossing’s traveling Bluegrass and Gospel Holiday Show. Tickets: $27 main, $23 balcony and floor, available at 952/985-4640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com. Author Margi Preus • 2pm

Content Bookstore, Northfield Preus is the author of much-awarded and muchenjoyed books for young readers. Readers and story lovers of all ages are welcome. Preus’ most recent work includes The Bamboo Sword and Enchantment Lake. TUBACHRISTMAS • 3pm

Boe Chapel, St. Olaf, Northfield In what has become an annual tradition, St. Olaf hosts this concert featuring tuba and euphonium players of all ages from the area playing traditional Christmas carols.

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Ames Center, Burnsville Pianist Lorie Line takes the stage once again for her 26th year of touring. This year’s show promises to be a fun-filled, fashionforward, magical night of Christmas music in the big city. Line will be bringing along her cast of characters including Santa, her young and talented Fab Five and a special featured vocalist. Tickets: $49, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. Also Dec. 4. Northfield VFW

Exhibit Reception: Fabrications 12 • 6-7:15pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota See exhibits page.

Author Event: Patrick Mader and Dan Jorgensen 5:30-7pm

St. Olaf Bookstore, Northfield One of four Christmas Festival author events Dec. 3-6. See ad on page 10 for details. The Tinkers • 6:30-8:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Celtic/rock/bluegrass/folk out of Minneapolis. The Tinkers are: Brian Miller, Rob O’Malley, Chris O’Malley, Joe O’Malley and Dan Rainboldt. SimpleGifts with Billy McLaughlin • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota SimpleGifts combines violin, Celtic whistle, piano, acoustic guitar and percussion with angelic threepart female vocals to deliver a “modern Old World” sound in Christmas carols and hymns. Tickets: $25 in advance, $28 at the door. Available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616. St. Olaf Christmas Festival • 7:30pm

Little Theatre of Owatonna See theater page.

Theater: Twice the Cheer this Year • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. Theater: The Turn of the Screw • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page. Sasha Mercedes • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield A feisty folk-rocker that draws you in with her compelling and powerful vocal stylings. Lyrical, genre-bending, thoughtprovoking, inspiring, catchy, easy to relate to and easy to listen to. Her new album, Lucky, is wowing audiences and critics alike. More at sashamercedes.com. Marty Anderson • 8:30-11pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Acoustic, electric, classic rock and country alternative with a song list that spans the decades including Dylan, Young, Springsteen, Wilco, Beatles, Hiatt, Ryan Adams and Steve Earle. 3 Chord Monte • 9pm

Red Fox Tavern, Lakeville A unique blend of classic country music featuring hits from some of the great country legends. DJ • 9pm-1am

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 6th Annual European Christmas • 11am-4:30pm

Park Ballroom, New Prague Free, fun-filled day for the family. Artisans, crafters, European specialties, demonstrations, stage entertainment, jr. royalty coronation, food, kids’ activities. Hosted by the Czech Heritage Club. Free admission. Bring a non-perishable food item to donate.

’Tis the Season ... The holidays are all about friends and family, and so are we! Northfield Retirement Community is full of laughter, energy and activity – especially this time of year! From the giggles of visiting grandchildren to holiday songs that stir warm memories, NRC is filled with the sounds of joy. We invite you to see for yourself – visit northfieldretirement.org or call 507-664-3466 to learn more. Find us on Facebook

Author Event: Lori Evert and Aimee Bissonette • 12:30-2:30pm

St. Olaf Bookstore, Northfield One of four Christmas Festival author events Dec. 3-6. See ad on page 10 for more details. Theater: Twice the Cheer this Year • 2pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page. Theater: A Christmas Carol • 2pm

Little Theatre of Owatonna See theater page.

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HAPPENINGS Sunday, December 6, continued Dakota Valley Symphony and Chorus: Handel’s Messiah • 2pm

Ames Center, Burnsville Handel comes to life with the Dakota Valley Symphony Hallelujah Chorus, solos and a major portion of this most beloved holiday delicacy. Tickets: $20 adult, $15 senior, $5 student, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. treVeld • 2-5pm

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.” More at treveld.com St. Olaf Christmas Festival • 3pm

Skoglund Center, St. Olaf, Northfield The festival features more than 500 student musicians who are members of five choirs and the St. Olaf Orchestra conducted by Steven Amundson. Participating choral ensembles include the St. Olaf Choir conducted by Anton Armstrong, Viking Chorus and Chapel Choir both conducted by Mark Stover, Cantorei conducted by James Bobb and the Manitou Singers conducted by Therees Hibbard. Each group performs individually and as part of a mass ensemble. The festival, which is regularly broadcast nationwide on public television and radio, has been featured in such publications as TV Guide, Entertainment Weekly, The Wall Street Journal and the Los Angeles Times. Tickets: $30 and a $7 transaction fee, available at wp.stolaf.edu/christmasfest. Dec. 3-6.

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Junk ‘n Jive: Beatles ‘65 • 4-6pm

The Local Joint, Northfield Fifty years after the release of the classic album, The Local Joint’s Junk ‘n Jive series continues with a celebration of Beatles ’65. All 11 tracks will be performed, in album sequence, by musicians including The Frye (Mankato), Doug Collins (Minneapolis), Randy Broughten (Northfield), Jerome Broughten (Waseca), Wendy Lewis (Cannon Falls) and more. I Cantanti Chamber Choirs: A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols • 7:30pm

Trinity Lutheran Church, Faribault Directed by Wayne Kivell. Quiz Night • 8pm

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield Teams compete for prizes and bragging rights. $5/team, $1 off drinks. MONDAY, DECEMBER 7 Faribault Hometown Holidays

Buckham Memorial Library • 5-7:30pm • Santa, Mrs. Claus and the mayor will arrive on a firetruck at 5:30pm, then proceed indoors for music, arts & crafts, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus and more. Free cookies and book giveaways. Buckham Center, Faribault • 5:30-7pm • Live music, holiday treats, jump house and more. Scheduled events include arts & crafts (5:307pm), free Santa photos (5:30-7pm) and Hildebrandt and Fiddle (6-7pm).

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Carbone’s, Northfield Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

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Theater: The Turn of the Screw • 7:30pm

Winter Walk • 5-9pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

Northern Roots Session • 7:30-9pm

Downtown Northfield Festive holiday fun. Experience downtown Northfield by candlelight. Stroll through unique shops, dine at fine restaurants, enjoy caroling, sleigh rides, storytelling, luminarias, decorated store fronts and more. For a full schedule see pages 28-29 – and be sure to visit our advertisers who support your Guide. See pages 25-31 for their special happenings. Winter Walk at the Northfield Arts Guild • 5-9pm

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Holiday Stories • Northfield Arts Guild, lower level • 5-8pm Warm up, relax and hear some great stories read by Northfield Promise volunteers. A+ Holiday Mart • Northfield Arts Guild, second floor • 5-9pm See exhibits page. NAGCracker • Northfield Arts Guild, upstairs dance studio 6:30 and 7:30pm – a holiday dance tradition. This annual event of holiday-inspired pieces features work from the Arts Guild Dance Theater Company and Mexican Folklórico Dancers. This vibrant performances is sure to set the mood for the upcoming holidays.

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. A+ Holiday Mart • 8-9pm

Northfield Arts Guild, second floor See exhibits page WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9 Traditional Irish Music Session •  7-9pm

Rueb ‘n’ Stein, Northfield A gathering of musicians and listeners in a relaxed, informal setting. Along with the music enjoy conversation, camaraderie and perhaps even a few Irish dance steps.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10 Commanders Coffee • 10am

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Bar Bingo • 6pm

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Senior Dance Concert • 7:30pm

Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield Senior dance majors present their senior capstone projects. Free and open to the public. Dec. 10-12. Theater: A Christmas Carol • 7:30pm

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Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

Bonnie & the Clydes • 8pm

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. DJ and Karaoke • 9pm-1am

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The Contented Cow, Northfield Here’s a taste of 100 years of eclectic Americana, random requests and spontaneous harmonies featuring Doug Hamilton (bass), Lance Heisler (drums), Justin London (guitar) and Carrie Jennings (vocals). Obviously they can’t count, but you’ll like the music. Robert Meany • 5-8pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Rob Meany is an award-winning singer/songwriter and pianist from Bloomington. Best known as the singer/keyboardist for the poprock group, Terramara, he is also a versatile solo artist performing original and popular songs in the style of Elton John, Billy Joel, Ben Folds and Harry Connick Jr. Movie Night • 5pm (kids), 7:30pm (adults)

The HideAway Coffeehouse and Winebar, Northfield Each Friday join the HideAway family for a free movie and popcorn. Schmaltzy Christmas Sing-along No. 2 • 5:30-7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville Enjoy the magic of the beloved classic with a Minnesota twist. Twin Cities Ballet’s original professional production of The Nutcracker is a cherished holiday tradition for thousands and one of the most-attended holiday events in the Twin Cities. This fresh rendition retains the familiar traditions loved by so many, but adds new Minnesota settings and all new Minnesota-centric backdrops. Accompanied by the iconic Tchaikovsky music, Clara, Drosselmeyer and guests dance and dream from historic Rice Park and Summit Avenue in St. Paul, to the snowy banks of the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, to the magnificent palace of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Delightful entertainment for the whole family, ballet novices and long-term patrons. Tickets : $18-$34, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. Also Dec. 12 and 13.

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L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas Senior Dance Concert • 7:30pm

Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield Senior dance majors present their senior capstone projects. Free and open to the public. Dec. 10-12. Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra: Handel’s Messiah (Christmas Edition) • 7:30pm

Episcopal Cathedral of Our Merciful Saviour, Faribault The CVRO, conducted by Paul Niemisto, continues its 36th season with this eternal holiday classic, featuring guest soloists, Festival Chorus and the Hymnus Choir. Soloists are Linh Kauffman (soprano), Deesa Staats (mezzo soprano), Gary clockwise from upper left: Ruschman (tenor) and Rodolfo Nieto soloists Kauffman, Staats, Nieto and Ruschman (baritone). Tickets: $15 adults, $10 students and seniors, available at cvrorchestra.org or 507/645-8877. “Pay what you want” tickets may be purchased at the door. Also Dec. 13 in New Prague. Theater: A Christmas Carol • 7:30pm

Little Theatre of Owatonna See theater page.

Theater: Elf Jr. the Musical • 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: Winter Wonderettes • 7:30pm

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Theater: The Turn of the Screw • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page. Jeff Ray • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield Immensely talented singer/songwriter blues artist Jeff Ray performs regularly throughout North America and Europe and has shared the stage with the likes of Chris Smither, Justin Townes Earle, Spider John Koerner, Pat Donohue, Retribution Gospel Choir, Dawes, Charlie Parr and James Hunter. Ray Coudret • 8-10pm

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HAPPENINGS Friday, December 11, continued Dave Hudson • 9pm

Froggy Bottoms River Pub and Lily PADio, 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

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Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville Combine high energy, an incredible stage presence and aboveaverage vocals and musicianship with what they call in the music business “the X factor,” and you have one of the hottest young rising bands in the region. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12 Girls Day Away • 10am-5pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Purchase unique gifts from local artisans, holiday wines and Cannon River Winery gift certificates. Free and open to the public. Live music by Joe Filipovich (Minnesota-based blues artist) 10am-1pm and Mark Allen (country and Americana roots music) 2-5pm

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Downtown Faribault Sleigh rides (12-3pm), 13th Annual Shattuck Christmas Walk (1-4pm), Holiday Performing Arts Showcase at Shattuck (2:30pm), Free Family Movie at Village Theatre (1:30pm), Holiday Figure Skating Show at Shattuck (7pm). A Minnesota Nutcracker • 2 and 7pm

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HAPPENINGS Saturday, December 12, continued Jon Manners • 6-8pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Jon Manners plays blues-edged roots-rock with intricate and percussive guitar-work. Jon sounds like John Hiatt, without that dose of country. Do you like Eric Bibb, John Martyn and Tom Waits? This is the vein that Manners mines. Senior Dance Concert • 7:30pm

Kelsey Theater, St. Olaf, Northfield Senior dance majors present their senior capstone projects. Free and open to the public. Dec. 10-12. The Don Juans • 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota By their name people might assume that the Don Juans rely merely on their good looks. However, folks will be impressed to know that the duo are two Grammy Award-winning songwriters, Don Henry and Jon Vezner. Tickets: $19 in advance, $22 at the door. Available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616. Henry and Vezner are offering a workshop Dec. 13. See clubs/ classes on page 53 for details. Theater: A Christmas Carol • 7:30pm

Little Theatre of Owatonna See theater page.

Fathom Lane and Daniel Groll • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield Fathom Lane has gained international attention for their indefinable sound. Michael Ferrier’s songs are accessible and memorable, but also sneaky with quietly innovative touches. His contemporary fare has been influenced by classic touchstones such as The Velvet Underground, Tom Petty, Gram Parson’s Cosmic American Music and the Laurel Canyon songwriters. Rounding out the evening will be Daniel Groll, frontman for The Counterfactuals, whose 2014 album, Minimally Decent People, garnered critical acclaim and statewide airplay. In solo shows Groll slows things down and puts his soaring voice front and center. Greazy Gravy with Curtis Blake • 8pm

Junior’s Sports Café, Burnsville Blues.

Fringe Pipes CD Release • 8pm-12am

The Contented Cow, Northfield An old-fashioned rock ‘n’ roll band from the Twin Cities featuring Jay Carlson (drums), Elliott Tadanier (guitar), Christian Wheeler (bass), Adrian Calderon (keys) and Colin Loynachan (guitar and vocals). Chad Johnson and the 8th Street Band • 9pm-midnight

Grand Event Center, Northfield Band members are Chad Johnson, Russell Franek, Kris Cabak, Mike Korte and Andy Jaynes. They play a country/rock mix influenced by Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Bob Seger, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Rolling Stones, Lynrd Skynrd, Zac Brown and Tom Petty. $5 cover.

Theater: Elf Jr. the Musical • 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

Theater: Twice the Cheer this Year • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page.

Theater: Winter Wonderettes • 7:30pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page.

Theater: The Turn of the Screw • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

King Wilke’s Dream • 7:30pm

Hobgoblin/Stoney End Music Loft, Red Wing From vocals to instrumentals, this band brings a heartfelt love of music to every arrangement. They have sought out lesser-known bluegrass gems to showcase their talents. Intricate arrangements are worked out to enhance the listener’s enjoyment of the song. Add to this original songs and tunes and you have a fine mix. Soulful, bluesy and rootsy. Tickets: $18, available at 1-877/866-3936. Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing • 7:30-11:30pm

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Theater: Elf Jr. the Musical • 2pm

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Little Theatre of Owatonna See theater page.

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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13 A Minnesota Nutcracker • 1 and 4:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville Enjoy the magic of the beloved classic with a Minnesota twist. Twin Cities Ballet’s original professional production of The Nutcracker is a cherished holiday tradition for thousands and one of the most-attended holiday events in the Twin Cities. This fresh rendition retains the familiar traditions, but adds new Minnesota settings and all new Minnesotacentric backdrops. Accompanied by the iconic Tchaikovsky music, Clara, Drosselmeyer and guests dance and dream from historic Rice Park and Summit Avenue in St. Paul, to the snowy banks of the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, to the magnificent palace of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Delightful entertainment for the whole family, ballet novices and long-term patrons. Tickets : $18-$34, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster. com. Also Dec. 11 and 12.

Theater: Winter Wonderettes • 2pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page.

Theater: Twice the Cheer this Year • 2pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault See theater page.

Theater: The Turn of the Screw • 2pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page. Locklin Road • 2-5pm

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.

Book Signing: Lisa M. Bolt-Simons • 2pm

Content Bookstore, Northfield Bolt-Simons is the author of a new history of the Faribault Woolen Mill.

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Festive Holiday Fun in Downtown Northfield • Dec. 10, 5-9pm Experience downtown Northfield by candlelight! Stroll through, unique shops, dine at fine restaurants enjoy caroling, sleigh rides, storytelling, luminarias, decorated store fronts and much more! Winter Walk activities takes place from 5-9pm unless otherwise noted. Times subject to change. A Bag Lady • 212 Division St. • Look out for two roaming elves handing out treats Archer House • 212 Division St. • Live reindeer outside and the magic of model trains downstairs Bierman’s • 420 Division St. • Refreshments, gift certificate drawings and 20 percent off accessories Bursch Travel • 309 Division St. • Cookies, hot drinks and travel advice Cake Walk • 303 Division St. • $2.50 cupcakes and complimentary treat at the door (while supplies last) Cannon Valley Friends Meeting (Quakers) • 512 Washington St. S • Recorder quartet 5-5:30pm • Family activities 5-9pm • Community sing 7-8:30pm • Global peace meditation (drop-in) 5-9pm Canvas Church • Outside The HideAway (421 Division St.) • Enter to win passes to the Serengeti Water Park in Owatonna, drawing held at 8pm Cocoa Bean Toys & Sweets • 515 Division St. • Free hot cocoa Community Resource Bank • 1605 Heritage Drive • Outside petting zoo, photos with Santa and Elsa from Frozen, cookies and cider • 5-7:30pm Division Street • Horse-drawn wagon rides along historic Division Street Echo DVDs & Games • 409 Division St. • Fresh baked cookies

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Eco Gardens • 600 Division St. • Roasting locally grown organic American chestnuts “by the open fire” with local musicians • 5-8pm First National Bank of Northfield • 329 Division St. • Photos with Santa, cookies, coffee and cider • 5:30-8pm Forget-Me-Not Florist • 501 Water St. S • Christmas music, cookies, hot chocolate and cider Girl Scouts • Selling cocoa and holiday treats in front of Neuger Communications Group Just Food Co-op • 516 Water St. • Fun kids’ activities 5-7pm, 10 percent off all general merchandise 4pm-close Larson’s Printing • 207 Water St. S • Holiday mug giveaway (must have coupon from the Northfield News or THE Entertainment Guide – only valid during Winter Walk) Millstream Commons • 210 West 8th St. • Live snowmen serving hot cider and treats at the drive thru Monarch Gift Shop • 405 Division St. • Food samplings, sales and drawing Northfield Arts Guild • 304 Division St. • The NAGCracker dance concert • 6:30 and 7:30pm, A+ Marketplace (Autism and The Arts) holiday sale, Northfield Promise holiday storytime, warm up, unwind and hear some great holiday stories • 5-8pm Northfield Historical Society • 408 Division St. • Pictures with the James-Younger Gang • 5:30-9pm

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Northfield Prayer Room • 315 1/2 Division St. (above Keller Williams Realty) • Warm drinks, Christmas goodies, prayers of blessing for the coming year, Christmas storytelling through the art of paper cutting with demonstrations at 6, 7 and 8pm Paper Petalum • 212 Division St. • Krumkake baking while supplies last Premier Bank • 112 5th St. E • Serving coffee and cookies before the event • 8am-5pm Quality Bakery & Coffee Shop • 410 Division St. • The Northfield High School Band ensembles performing Christmas favorites Riverwalk Market Fair Winter Market • All Saints Episcopal Church, 415 Washington St. Spare Room Underground Shoppe • 310 Division St. (riverside, lower level) • Riverside bonfire and refreshments Tandem Bagels • 317 Division St. • Hot chocolate and cider outside the store The Goat/Artistic Bead • 412 Division St. • Make-and-take beaded snowmen The Measuring Cup • 320 Division St. • Food samplings, sales and drawing The Rare Pair • 401 Division St. • Classical guitar music by Randall Ferguson and holiday treats • 6:30-8:30pm The Secret Attic • 113 5th St. W • Cider, cookies, prize drawing and holiday sale The Sketchy Artist • 300 Division St. • Winter Walk shopping deals VFW • 516 Division St. • Warm seating, hot dogs, brats, fries and cocoa for sale with proceeds benefiting area veterans, donations also accepted • 5-7:30pm

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HAPPENINGS Sunday, December 13, continued Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra: Handel’s Messiah (Christmas Edition) • 3pm

St. Wenceslaus Church, New Prague The CVRO, conducted by Paul Niemisto, continues its 36th season with this eternal holiday classic, featuring guest soloists, Festival Chorus and the Hymnus Choir. Soloists are Linh Kauffman (soprano), Deesa Staats (mezzo soprano), Gary Ruschman (tenor) and Rodolfo Nieto (baritone). Tickets: $15 adults, $10 students and seniors, available at cvrorchestra.org or 507/645-8877. “Pay what you want” tickets may be purchased at the door. Also Dec. 11 in Faribault. Quiz Night • 8pm

Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield Teams compete for prizes and bragging rights. $5/team, $1 off drinks. MONDAY, DECEMBER 14 Bingo • 7pm

Carbone’s, Northfield Cribbage Tourney • 7pm

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Ames Center, Burnsville Join Shaun Johnson, an Emmy-winning 21st-century crooner, and a sizzling eightpiece big band as they blend the sounds of Sinatra and Bublé with the spirit of the season. Tickets: $28 advance, $33 day of, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. Trivia Night • 8pm

The HideAway Coffeehouse and Winebar, Northfield Come with a team of four. Cost: $5/team. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15 Tonic Sol-fa • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville The popular Minnesota-based harmony group that the New York Times praised as a “vocal kaleidoscope...unique to the human voice,” is back for their 2015 holiday show. This Emmy-winning group has shared stages with the likes of Garrison Keillor and Jay Leno and become a holiday institution across America thanks to the foursome’s annual PBS Christmas special. Their up-tempo, interactive holiday set will include well-known Christmas songs from the latest TSF holiday album titled, The Earth Stood Still, as well as selections from their newest project, Twenty One. Tonic Sol-fa has been described as “the Rat Pack meets a cappella.” Tickets: $33-$35, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com.

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Heigh Ho, The Green Holly: Celtic Christmas • 7-9pm

Loon Liquors, Northfield A festive concert of seasonal and Christmas classics, arranged with traditional Irish and Scottish music. Featuring Laura MacKenzie (flutes, pipes, whistles, concertina and voice) with Minnesota Music Hall of Fame member, Gary Rue (guitar). Celebrating the release of Heigh Ho, The Green Holly – A Celtic Christmas Collection. Tickets $10 in advance or at the door. Advance tickets recommended: 651/398-5055, laura@lauramackenzie.com, More at lauramackenzie.com, loonliquors.com. Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30-10pm

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

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16 Santa & Puppets: No Nose for Rudolph • 10:30am

Lakeville Area Arts Center Our famous reindeer friend has had his nose taken by Hank the Greedy Hog, who thinks that it is “better to get than give.” Join Slurrpy the Snowman, Santa Claus and a host of other holiday characters as they try to get back Rudolph’s nose. Ticket price includes cookies, refreshments and a visit from Santa. Tickets: $6, available at 952/985-4640 or lakevilleareaartscenter.com. The More the Merrier • 7pm

Grand Event Center, Northfield This Christmas show, presented by Sister, has become an annual must-see in Northfield – making the season brighter. Tickets at SisterProductions.com or 952/200-1948. Also Dec. 19 and 20.

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HAPPENINGS Wednesday, December 16, continued Theater: Ole & Lena’s Family Christmas • 7pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

Traditional Irish Music Session •  7-9pm

Schmaltzy Christmas Sing-along No. 3 • 5:30-7:30pm

L&M Bar & Grill, Dundas Theater: Elf Jr. the Musical • 7:30pm

Lakeville Area Arts Center See theater page.

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

Theater: Winter Wonderettes • 7:30pm

Bar Bingo • 6pm

Theater: The Turn of the Screw • 7:30pm

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Theater: Ole & Lena’s Family Christmas • 7pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

Theater: Winter Wonderettes • 7:30pm

Northfield Arts Guild Theater See theater page.

Theater: The Turn of the Screw • 7:30pm

Ames Center, Burnsville See theater page.

Wendy Smith • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield Wendy Smith (vocals, guitars, accordion) is one of Northfield’s hottest rockers, best known for fronting The Zillionaires. Expect an evening of original tunes and classic covers from a wide swath of musical styles. DJ and Karaoke • 9pm-1am

Froggy Bottoms River Pub and Lily PADio, Northfield By Speedo Entertainment. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 18 Happier Hour • 4:30-6pm

Content Bookstore, Northfield Drop in with the kids and let them enjoy story time while you browse and relax with a glass of wine. Third Wheel Project! • 5-8pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Featuring Chris Snyder, Derek Patterson and Mike Myers. Third Wheel Project! is a global artist collective – a super band ranging from reggae to folk rock to roots and blues. Third Wheel Project! has chapters in Alaska, Hawaii, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Minnesota and Germany. Movie Night • 5pm (kids), 7:30pm (adults)

The HideAway Coffeehouse and Winebar, Northfield Each Friday join the HideAway family for a free movie and popcorn.

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Songs for a Winter Solstice 7:30pm

Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota Singer, songwriter and guitarist Ann Reed and bassist/instrumentalist Joan Griffith will perform Joan Griffith Ann Reed songs sure to brighten even the darkest night. Tickets: $16 in advance, $18 at the door. Available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616. Rock the Tree Top • 7:30pm

Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault Featuring The Over and Back Band with special guests Mark Allen, Dallas Mussellman and Kenny Wilson. Peace, joy and rock and roll. There is a different kind of Santa coming to town. Get ready to Rock the Tree Top on a wild sleigh ride with beloved holiday classics turned into classic rock and roll. Tickets: $15 members, $20 non-members, $10 students, available at the box office, 507/332-7372 or paradisecenterforthearts.org/tickets/ Joe Carey • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield Singer/songwriter Joe Carey has been active in Minnesota’s music scene for more than 15 years playing with several local bands, namely Loft, The Careys, Love Songs for Angry Men and his newest endeavor, The Chinwaggers. His sound is best described as a soulful roots rock band with a twist of twang. Michael Ray & the Nasty Notes • 8-11:30pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield A popular alt-country/roots rock band. Youa Vang of City Pages says “Michael Ray & the Nasty Notes’ moniker sets expectations for their music before you even hear it. Their new record, The Higher You Climb, has the listener sifting through stories that cobbles together patches of sound to make an alt-country album out of the remains. It’s raw and will stay with you after the first listen.” Texas Hold ‘Em • 8pm

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Froggy Bottoms River Pub and Lily PADio, Northfield High-energy acoustic singer/songwriter playing rock, country and alternative music from many past and current artists like Keith Urban, Bon Jovi, Miranda Lambert, Matchbox Twenty, Ryan Adams and Bruno Mars. DJ • 9-11pm

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Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls Singer/songwriter Chris Snyder’s main focus is piano, guitar, hand drums, ukulele and vocals. Then he specializes in engineering it all together. The More the Merrier • 7pm

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Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville A great country act who is playing with various national acts. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19

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Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota The High 48s make music that combines the soulful sound of classic bluegrass with a modern attitude. As traditional bluegrass bands go, they are as nontraditional as they come. Tickets: $16 in advance, $19 at the door. Available at Crossings, crossingsatcarnegie.com or 507/732-7616.

Fine Craft Collective Holiday Reception • 10am-6pm

Theater: Elf Jr. the Musical • 7:30pm

Downtown Faribault Holiday Snack Contest, Ice Bar Competition and Last Minute Gift Mania. See faribaultmainstreet.org for times.

Northfield Arts Guild Enjoy treats and coffee during this end-of-season ‘thank you’ for supporting the artisans. Santa on the Square • 12:30-2:30pm

Bridge Square, Northfield Also Dec. 19. Vinnie Rose • 1-4pm

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls 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.

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Ames Center, Burnsville Follow the story of a young bird named Max and his family as they journey south for the winter. When Max gets blown off course and ends up at the North Pole his adventure begins. Dancing toy soldiers, caroling worms and performing poinsettias light up the stage. All ages will treasure this magical and captivating tale of family, friendship and hope set to timeless holiday hits. Lightwire Theater is internationally recognized for their electroluminescent artistry, poignant storytelling and performance in complete darkness. Tickets: $30-$40 available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. Kirk & Low • 8pm

Tavern Lounge, Northfield Musical barnstormers Jim Kirkendall and Stevie Low. One is folk, the other is quite a bit of rock and roll. Each presents his own solo set and each draws from a deeper reservoir of experience. In 2011 Low was inducted into the Iowa Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Buzzards. Both offer originals as well as covers. Optimum Trajectory • 8-10pm

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

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Ames Center, Burnsville Relive the magic and memories of John Denver in this show celebrating the Grammy-winning performer’s heartwarming hits and timeless legacy with additional songs from his Christmas album, Rocky Mountain Christmas, and television special. Jim Curry is the world’s most authentic John Denver tribute artist. Tickets: $42-$62, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. The Contented Cow, Northfield Local acoustic music. Sweet Jazz • 7-10pm

The Contented Cow, Northfield Christina Schwietz (vocals), Peter Webb (keyboard), David Miller (drums, flugelhorn, melodica) and Bruce Jensen (bass). Their name says it all.

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Rueb ‘N’ Stein, Northfield Teams compete for prizes and bragging rights. $5/team, $1 off drinks. MONDAY, DECEMBER 21 Bingo • 7pm

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“… a true Influenced by John Coltrane, master of the Al Jarreau, Marvin Gaye and jazz art form.” Gil Scott Heron, to name a – Mpls-St.Paul Magazine few, Chicago-based Bruce Henry brings an eclectic style of world-influenced jazz vocals and composition. His pure voice has a rare depth and versatility. www.bruceahenry.com

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“Through puppetry, dance, humour and charm Sostek and McClellan captivate the audience and deliver punch after punch of theatrical gold. With an almost effervescent positivity that will leave the most jaded audience beaming, Trick Boxing is a show that floats like a butterfly and swings like a bee.” - What’s On In London

Brian Sostek and Megan McClellan present a brilliant, funny romantic comedy that includes ballroom dance, theater, comedy, puppetry and, as the title implies – boxing. A delightfully original show that’s been performed around the world. For more on McClellan and Sostek, see this month’s Historic Happenings column starting on page 47. www.sossymechanics.com

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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. He has sung and played on the stage of The Bluebird Cafe in Nashville and the legendary Chicago Theater and has appeared on the nationally syndicated broadcast Mountain Stage on NPR. In March of 2015, he premiered his highly successful conception, “100 Years of Sinatra,” to two sold-out audiences at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres in the Twin Cities with the Andrew Walesch Big Band.

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Babe’s Music Bar, Lakeville Enjoy the best dance music Christmas night at Babe’s.

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Ames Center, Burnsville Jim Brickman brings together the sounds of the season with Comfort and Joy, the 2015 holiday tour with lush instrumentals and soaring vocals. As he marks this 19-year tradition from coast-to-coast, Brickman will showcase new music, holiday favorites and the hits that made him the most charted (30) Billboard® Adult Contemporary artist, earning him two Grammy® nods and four gold albums. With featured guests, feelings of comfort and joy are fused together with Brickman’s hits like Valentine, If You Believe, The Gift, Angel Eyes and Sending You a Little Christmas. Tickets: $35-$70, available at the Ames Center Box Office, 800/982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31 Commanders Coffee • 10am

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Dancing Duo: Sostek and McClellan When Brian Sostek and Megan McClellan won the Ivey Award which recognizes accomplishments of Twin Cities’ professional theaters and artists last Sept. 21, they spontaneously danced down the aisle at the State Theatre in Minneapolis and continued dancing on the stage. A delighted audience cheered them as they accepted an Ivey for their choreography and playwriting of Trick Boxing, which the couple performed at St. Paul’s Park Square Theatre earlier this year. They will be putting this show on again this Jan. 7 at Shattuck-St. Mary’s Newhall Auditorium in Faribault at 7:30 p.m. and on Jan. 27 at the Joseph Page Theatre, St. Mary’s University, Winona, at 7:30 p.m.

rected plays. Brian was born in Iowa City while his father was working on his doctorate in theater at the University of Iowa. The move to Northfield came in August of 1969. Brian Sostek told me Carleton’s Arboretum was his playground in his youth and he and his friends would “take off on our bikes” for hours, riding around town. He would also appear in Carleton plays which called for children. In March of 1976, Sostek and his younger sister, Hilary, were in the Carleton Players’ production of Bertolt Brecht’s Caucasian Chalk Circle, directed by Ruth Weiner. (This play had its world premiere at Carleton’s Nourse Little Theater in 1948.) Sostek participated in Northfield Musical Theater plays, including The Sound of Music in August of 1976 with Hilary, which was directed by their father and choreographed by their mother. In December of 1979, when he was 13, Sostek played the Artful Dodger in Oliver!, directed by Myrna Johnson. He was also in On Golden Pond and The Count of Monte Cristo, both in 1983. Sostek remembers his mother “teaching me how to do a time step in the kitchen when I was a tiny, tiny tot” and he took ballet lessons from her at a class for kids held at Carleton for three months when he was in 6th grade. But when he entered junior high, Sostek said, “Some girls found out about it and then I quit,” since “taking dancing classes was not cool” back then (for males, at least).

Sostek attended Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania for a year after high school but McClellan told me, “When we dropped out to return home. celebrate, we dance. We really Megan McClellan and Brian Sostek danced at the State Theatre in He worked as a cook at the Minneapolis on Sept. 21 of this year to celebrate their Ivey Award do skip around in our house Ole Store Café for a year and for the choreography and playwriting of Trick Boxing. Photo by all the time to celebrate. Our then transferred to Carleton as Thomas John Wallace kids know when something a sophomore, by which time good happens, everyone stands up and holds hands and skips he had taken more dance lessons from his mother in ballet, in a circle.” modern, jazz and tap. At Carleton, he added student-taught ballroom dancing lessons. Sostek majored in English at CarSostek and McClellan have been recent artists-in-residence leton, after being inspired by an African American poetry class at Carleton College in Northfield, presenting Trick Boxing, taught by Rudolph Byrd. developing another show and working with Carleton’s student dance company, Semaphore, at Carleton’s Weitz Center for Creativity. Sostek is quite familiar with the Weitz Center because he attended junior high school in this building before its conversion. He went to Washington, Sibley and Greenvale elementary schools and was a 1985 graduate of Northfield High School. He is also a 1990 graduate of Carleton College, where his mother, Antoinette (Toni) Sostek, taught ballet, tap and jazz and his father, Edward Sostek, taught theater and di-

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From the beginning, Sostek immersed himself in theater and dance performances. He was in summer stock plays of the Uninvited Company of Carleton. He won the lead in the existentialist play Friends by the Japanese writer Kobo Abe in October of 1987, put on by the Experimental Theatre Board at Nourse Little Theater. In April of 1988, he choreographed and danced in a modern dance Kalochoros performance under Mary Easter.

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Brian Sostek and his sister, Hilary (seated together), were in the cast of The Sound of Music of the Northfield Musical Theater, directed by their father, Edward, and choreographed by their mother, Toni, in August 1976. Courtesy Northfield Arts Guild

Then, in his senior year, Sostek starred in the Experimental Theatre Board’s production of Sexual Perversity in Chicago by David Mamet. The Carletonian of January 26, 1990, said, “Sostek is outstanding as Bernie Litko, a gold-necklaced, openshirted, sleazy swinger; he has a terrific feel for comedy.” The only criticism: Sostek’s “trademark hair tends to obscure his face and some expressions.” Sostek told me that some of the “best performance training I ever had” came from his experiences with comedic styles in Carleton’s improvisational group, Cujokra, founded in 1987. (The group has variously claimed that the name is a Zulu prayer meaning “Bring us the harvest,” a little-known Aztec demon, an archaic Spanish word for “comedy ensemble” and a dwarf’s name combined with a vegetable. Another famous alum, besides Sostek, is Peter Gwinn, Class of 1993, who wrote for The Colbert Report on Comedy Central.) In a May 6, 1988, Carletonian story, Sostek credits British poets Alexander Pope and John Dryden as heroes to the group, along with Robin Williams and David Letterman. After his graduation in 1990, Sostek, who had been a DFL precinct delegate to the Rice County convention in 1984, canvassed for Paul Wellstone’s first Senate campaign and had a brief outdoor education internship on the East Coast. Upon his return to Minnesota, Sostek started auditioning and had a gig at the Northrop Auditorium in Minneapolis backing up a prima ballerina passing through town. Thereafter, he wrote short pieces of monologue, physical theater, puppetry, “just anything cobbled together as I still do,” including an audition piece which landed him a role in The Ballroom for Theatre de la Jeune Lune in Minneapolis in 1992. He also supported himself delivering singing telegrams. He parodied a striptease dancer and dressed up as Santa Claus, a pink gorilla, a coconut-clad hula dancer, whatever was required, presenting surprised recipients with Mylar balloons as he sang out proposals of marriage, announcements of births and so on. Sostek then

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Oliver! was presented by the Northfield Musical Theater in December 1979, with Dick Cantwell (top) as Fagin, Brian Sostek (left) as the Artful Dodger and Doug Carlson (right) as Oliver. It was directed by Myrna Johnson and choreographed by Toni Sostek. Courtesy Northfield Arts Guild

took training in ballroom dancing and “got hooked,” starting out a teaching career which continues today. While in rehearsal for Children of Paradise, his next show at Theatre de la Jeune Lune, Sostek began dancing with the Joe Chvala Flying Foot Forum, a percussive dance company in Minneapolis. He toured nationally with them and then internationally, first to France in January of 1996 and then to England and Wales in late spring and summer. Upon his return to Minnesota, Sostek met Megan McClellan, a newcomer to the company, that August. McClellan grew up in New Hope, Minnesota, and had been dancing since the age of three. McClellan’s mother, believing that dance would “create poise and grace and confidence,” in McClellan’s words, enrolled Megan and her sisters, Kari, Colleen and Erin, in Summit Dance Studio in Plymouth where they danced all through their school years at competitions and shows. They also sold tickets to their own dance shows held in their garage. McClellan graduated from Robbinsdale-Cooper High School in 1995. When McClellan auditioned for the Joe Chvala Flying Foot Forum in Minneapolis, her talent was such that she was cast immediately. Sostek, who had been with the group for four years, took note of McClellan at the first rehearsal. He told me, “She was raising the bar…I show up and there’s this young girl just flying through it and, sure enough, in the first rehearsal Joe, the choreographer, was using Megan as an example of how the rest of us should be doing it.” McClellan remembered Sostek having said something witty and she thought to herself, “I’m going to like this one.” Sostek was also starring in and choreographing Crazy for You (directed by Myrna Johnson) for the Northfield Musical Theater, which ran from Aug. 23 to Sept. 8 and featured Gershwin music. The show was dedicated to Sostek’s mother, Toni, who had died Jan. 28, 1996, at the age of 58 after a long illness. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, she had started dancing at a dance

school there operated by the family of Gene Kelly. She became a professional at 17, toured the country and danced on Broadway and on television. In 1962, she married Edward Sostek, a Boston native who had undergraduate and graduate degrees in theater from Tufts College and was a production stage manager at that time. After their move to Northfield in 1969, Toni Sostek taught ballet and tap dancing at Carleton and St. Olaf colleges and was a dance teacher and choreographer for the Northfield Arts Guild. McClellan and Sostek had a Joe Chvala Flying Foot Forum tour to Pittsburgh in December of 1996 and, McClellan told me, they came back “pretty smitten with each other.” They soon realized that they had the “same level of work ethic and commitment.” There was one problem: Sostek had been making plans to move to Los Angeles. He did so in February of 1997. Sostek said, “I was fleeing everything, just reeling from my mother’s death and just wanting to have a clean slate and start over.” Although his aim was to be in the movies in Hollywood, not

to dance, he did teach ballroom dancing at the Beverly Hills Arthur Murray Studio to pay the rent. Sostek did a lot of commercials, some “stupid sitcoms” and appeared in a “horrible horror movie” that went straight to video called Hellraiser. Sostek said he still gets checks from that movie, eighteen cents every six months from a couple of people who may have rented the movie in Bulgaria. Sostek said, “I went there thinking I would like the business and not like the city and I left there liking the city and not liking the business. Because it’s a business that panders to the lowest common denominator.” Not mincing words, he told me, “Most of the work that is out there is garbage and there are a lot of talented people who are just wasting their time, talent and energy making crap.” Sostek feels his best work was in some high quality, short student films he took part in at the University of Southern California. Meanwhile, McClellan was taking classes, first at the University of St. Thomas and then at the University of Minnesota. She had taken over Sostek’s company manager position with the Brian Sostek played Charlie Chaplin in a film excerpt within the Minneapolis Children’s Theatre’s 1989-90 production of Mr. Popper’s Penguins. Photo by Melissa Gerr

Brian Sostek performed with the Uninvited Company, the Carleton student-run summer stock theater company. Here he is in the summer of 1986, hanging over a balcony outside the Little Nourse Theater on campus. Courtesy Carleton College Archives

Brian Sostek, shown with Sonja Ledanski, played the role of Lank and did the choreography for the Northfield Musical Theater production of Crazy for You in 1996. Directed by Myrna Johnson, the production was dedicated to the late Toni Sostek, Brian’s mother. Cour-

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Joe Chvala Flying Foot Forum and arranged for Sostek to fill in on tour for the group, including in Houston, San Diego and Brazil. And she found reasons to fly to Los Angeles for three years (“I absolutely courted him,” she said.) She finally joined him in Los Angeles. The couple returned to Minnesota in 2000 with the agreement that they would make work for themselves under the name Sossy Mechanics. They were married May 26, 2001, at the Southern Theater in Minneapolis. When they won entry by lottery into the 2002 Under the name Sossy Mechanics, Brian Sostek and Megan McClellan have been performing their work Trick Boxing since it premiered at the Minnesota Fringe Festival in 2002. This picture was on the first page of the Arts section of the New York Times on Aug. 23, 2010, when they took their show to the New York International Fringe Festival to critical acclaim. Photo by Ed Bock

Minnesota Fringe Festival which showcases new scripts, they created a show called Trick Boxing. They incorporated dance duet choreography into a 1930’s boxing milieu after Sostek found that the sport of boxing was “really a fantastic microcosm of American immigrant history.” Sostek plays multiple roles in this Depression-era show, switching parts in the blink of an eye. David Danielovich is an apple-seller who is unknowingly recruited into a betting scam by the hustler Buck, who turns him into a boxer named “Dancing Danny.” McClellan plays the dance hall lady, Bella, who teaches “Dancing Danny” some moves. Their dance sequences summon up memories of the iconic dance partners Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers in movies of the ’30s. The inventive and tightly choreographed scene in which Sostek and McClellan demonstrate boxing moves, including slow motion takes, can be seen online at Trick Boxing Vimeo. The boxing matches are staged in a small box, with puppets representing the fighters, manipulated by Sostek as he narrates the action in a staccato, old-time announcer voice. McClellan said they had a theory that if they “made a show that our parents would like,” a wider audience would like it also. Their 50-minute Minnesota Fringe Festival show was a hit. Sostek commented, “People were literally lined up down the block” for Hey City Stage, with around 600 people attending their five shows. The couple took suggestions about their work from friends in the arts, adding another scene and more dancing when the show was transferred to the Bryant Lake Bowl Theater. TICKETS ONOILS SALEAND NOWVINEGARS NORTHFIELD OLIVE EXCLUSIVELY ATPRESENTS NORTHFIELD OLIVE OILS

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Brian Sostek and Megan McClellan, as “Dancing Danny” and dance hall lady Bella, kick up their heels in one of the dance numbers of Trick Boxing, set in the 1930s. Photos by V. Paul Virtucio

Brian Sostek plays a variety of roles in Trick Boxing. Here he is during the production of Trick Boxing in 2012 at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis.

In June and July of 2003, the pair took the show to Canadian festivals and spent August performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland, billed as the “largest arts festival in the world.” Their success led to a return to Edinburgh in 2004, as well as to shows in England and headliner status in the Fringe Festival in Prague. Sostek found Equity acting work on the main stage at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis in 2005, performing in She Loves Me and understudying His Girl Friday. Sostek has played numerous roles, including at such Twin Cities venues as the Children’s Theatre, Mixed Blood Theatre, Ordway Center and Southern Theater. McClellan was awarded a McKnight artist fellowship in dance in 2003 and was named artist of the year by City Pages in 2012. Between 2007 and 2010, they took a break from touring in Trick Boxing, coinciding with the birth of son Misha in 2007 (now eight) and daughter Mahira in 2009 (now six). Then, in 2010, wishing to gain more creative control over their careers, they applied for and were selected to present their reworked Trick Boxing for the New York Fringe Festival of 2010. So, with their two children, ages 3 and 11 months old, they stayed in the NYC studio apartment of a friend who was out of town for the month of August, an apartment which just happened to be a block away from the theater they were assigned. A former dance student of Brian living in NYC took care of the kids during the shows. Then they waited for the reviews. They found themselves pictured on the first page of the Arts section of the Aug. 23, 2010, New York Times. How exciting! But the headline gave them pause: “A Fringe Too Tame? Too Bad.” Luckily, the reviewer (Jason Zinoman), after skewering most of the New York International

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Sossy Mechanics will present Trick Boxing on Jan. 7 at Shattuck-St. Mary’s Newhall Auditorium in Faribault at 7:30pm and on Jan. 27 at the Joseph Page Theatre, St. Mary’s University, Winona, at 7:30pm.

Fringe Festival offerings, called Trick Boxing “the best show I have seen,” citing the “marvelous chemistry” Sostek had with McClellan as his romantic interest, the ingenuity of the puppet show and the “fleet-footed fantasy” of the dances. Their success in New York led to the Guthrie Theater engaging an expanded 90-minute version in 2012, renamed Trick Boxing: Swingin’ in the Ring. The show was reworked yet again for Park Square Theatre this year, the eighth theater in the Twin Cities in which they have performed and perfected Trick Boxing. The same development process is being applied to another show which they premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2004, called Pieces of Eight. The plot involves a 1940’s screenwriter and a dancing pirate queen. Last November, Sostek was awarded a $10,000 artist initiative grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board to rework this show “using the unorthodox combinations of live theater, dance and puppetry in a completely original work.” This will be shown as a work-in-progress at Carleton’s Weitz Center for Creativity on Jan. 5 at 7:30 p.m. and Jan. 10 at 2 p.m. They are developing Pieces of Eight as part of their residency at Carleton, where they have been working with their longtime collaborator, Jeff Bartlett, production manager at the Weitz Center. As Sossy Mechanics, they perform and present workshops focused on their movement-based creativity concept, “going out of your mind and back in again,” to tap into the creativity of individuals and groups of all ages. Their website is sossymechanics.com. After January stops in Faribault and Winona, the duo performs Trick Boxing and has a creativity residence at the Univ. of Texas in Dallas until mid-February, followed by appearances at W. Illinois University, Worthing-

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As Sossy Mechanics, Sostek and McClellan conduct workshops for all ages, using a movement-based approach to tap into both individual and group creativity. Sostek says, “Ball balancing is not required.” Courtesy Brian Sostek

Megan McClellan and Brian Sostek share a celebratory kiss after receiving their 2015 Ivey Award at the State Theatre in Minneapolis on Sept. 21. Courtesy Brian Sostek

ton, Minn., and Mitchell and Spearfish, S.D. At Shattuck-St Mary’s, they will be teaching and choreographing for dancers in addition to their Jan. 7 performance of Trick Boxing there. Then, in Winona, they will be engaged in community activities and perform Trick Boxing on Jan. 27. Sostek’s mother, Toni, once said that if someone asked her if he or she should be a dancer, she would say no because “They shouldn’t have to ask. To be a professional dancer, you have to give up everything else. Dancers have this saying that if they’ve rested five minutes, they’re out of shape.” Brian Sostek remembers her saying, “When a dancer wakes up and nothing hurts, that means they’re dead.” When Sostek and McClellan are asked about going into the theater, their answer is, “Give it a shot but you better have a plan if it doesn’t work out. Just assume that you need something to make money. It’s rare you can actually do what we’re doing and make enough to survive.” Sostek and McClellan say they have been lucky, but the secret is working, sometimes seven days a week. Yet they haven’t given up everything else. They elected to stay in Minnesota for a more “well-rounded life” and their children often travel with them when they are on the road (“They just roll with it,” enjoying the cultural opportunities, McClellan said.) Toni Sostek also said, “You either enjoy it or you quit.” Clearly, Brian Sostek and Megan McClellan are still enjoying what they are doing. As are the cheering audiences along their way.

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Megan McClellan and Brian Sostek strike a pose for their show, Pieces of Eight, which they are developing through a $10,000 artist initiative grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. Photo by Ed Bock

For tickets to Trick Boxing: Swingin’ in the Ring on Jan. 7 at the Newhall Auditorium at Shattuck-St, Mary’s in Faribault at 7:30 pm, call 507/333-1620 or e-mail dmusselman@ s-sm.org. Tickets are $15 for adults, $9 for students. For the Jan. 27 show at Joseph Page Theater at St. Mary’s University in Winona at 7:30 p.m., call the box office at 507/457-1715. Tickets are $27 for adults, $24 for seniors and students.

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507/364-8110 • artsandheritagecenter.org Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls • 421 Mill St. 507/263-7400 cannonriverwinery.com Wine & Wool – Wednesdays, 6-8pm – A weekly open knitting/ crocheting community with wine. Enjoy $5 flights while creating with friends. Free and open to the public. Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota • 320 East Ave. crossingsatcarnegie.com • 507/732-7616 Classes in the arts for preschoolers through adults. Learn to Throw: Beginning Pottery Wheel – Tues. through Dec. 15, 6:30-9pm – This six-week class is designed to give you an introduction to the art of pottery. Learn basic skills necessary to become a clay studio member, enjoying 24/7 access to a brand new kiln. Wedging, centering, trimming and more will be covered. Instructed by Tracy Calmes. Cost: $135, $36 supplies, $3 per piece firing fee. Songwriting Tools and Song Reviews – Dec. 13, 9am-3pm Grammy-winning songwriters Don Henry and Jon Vezner have learned a lot in their combined 70+ years of experience as professional songwriters and will share this knowledge the day after their concert at Crossings (see Dec. 12 happening). They’ll look at the daily skills of writing in general and give feedback on students’ songs. Students should bring questions and a song (with a few copies of the lyrics) to share, either performed live or recorded. $50. Faribault Public Library • 11 Division St. E • 507-334-2089 faribault.org/248/Library Weekly classes through Dec. 10 then resuming Jan. 5 Storytime – Tue-Thu, 6:30-7pm – Children up to age six and their adult caregiver are invited to join the children’s librarian, Ms. Deni, in the Children’s Programming Area for stories, songs and fun. Older siblings and guests are also welcome. Storytime encourages language development and fosters a love of books and a lifetime of learning. Parents and caregivers will learn about early literacy and get tips on how to help their children become ready to read. Free and registration not necessary. Northstar Digital Literacy – Thu, 2-4pm – Assessments, online guided study and certificates of completion for up to eight computer skills modules including Basic Computer, World Wide Web, Windows 7, MacOS, Word, Excel, Social Media and email. Learn at your own pace. Digital Discussions – Thu, 6-7pm – Instruction on how to use various digital devices or library databases and programs. Bring in your device (ebook reader, iPad, etc.) and your library card. Books & Brownies/Pizza & Pages Mixer Meeting – Dec. 14, 4-4:45pm – The two groups meet together to discuss book characters. To prepare for this meeting read or reread any book featuring your favorite character. Come prepared to talk while enjoying brownies and pizza. Regular meetings will resume in January. The HideAway Coffeehouse and Wine Bar • 507/663-0400 421 Division St. S., Northfield • thehideawaynorthfield.com Art and Wine Night – first Tues (Dec. 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.

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justfood.coop Knitting Night – Mon, 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 Find art-related classes at lakevilleareaartscenter.com Northfield Arts Guild • 507/645-8877 • 304 Division St. 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 Northfield Arts Guild. Classes are available for youth, adults, homeschoolers and those with special needs. Fall classes at the Arts Guild include ceramics, visual arts, dance, music and creativity. Northfield Buddhist Meditation Center

313 1/2 Division St. • northfieldmeditation.org Children’s Circle Class (ages 3-9), Sundays, 3-4pm. Children and their parents meditate, do yoga and learn about Buddhism in a fun, peaceful atmosphere of exploration. Everyone welcome. Northfield Dance Academy • 640 Water St. S. • 507/645-4068 northfielddance.com Northfield Garden Club • thenorthfieldgardenclub.org Northfield Public Library • 801 Washington St. 507/645-6606 • ci.northfield.mn.us/library 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. • 507/645-1330 northfieldyarn.com Open Stitching – Tue, 12-1pm; 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. Clay Boots Camp for Adults – Dec. 3, 8, 17, 22, 30, 7-9pm – Expand your knowledge of the wheel with pottery artist Troy Christianson. Refine your wheel-throwing skills while learning new techniques. Practice makes perfect. $84 members, $108 nonmembers, $39 supplies. Kids Elastic Bracelets – Dec. 12, 10am-12pm – Make two bracelets – string glass, wooden and some metal beads on elastic thread. Tie, glue and wear them or give one for a gift. $14 members, $18 non-members, $10 supplies. This class is for ages eight and up or younger with an adult helper. Instructor: Judy Saye-Willis. Rice County Historical Society, Faribault

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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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December 2015

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A psychlogical counseling clinic

A quality resource serving Northfield and surrounding communities since 1976

Deep Cleaning Specialists

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612-275-7854

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We give back to the community. We’re growing… because we’re good. There are 9+ GREAT reasons.

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SELF DOG WASH $11 per dog 1/2 hour limit

We provide all the supplies & clean up the mess!

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MKMK STUDIOS Marsha Kolstad Morrill Kitchel

“St. Olaf on the Hill”

30x48 oil on canvas, framed to 32x50 $2,280

MKMK ARTCARDS Available at the Northfield Arts Guild Gift Shop.

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TIRES $5 Just

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Plus up to an additional $120 in incentives and rebates

Expires 12/31/15. Tax & disposal extra.

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HOLIDAY BAKING AT HOME $100

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Downtown Faribault

HOMETOWN HOLIDAYS Schedule Come to historic downtown Faribault and celebrate the 2015 holiday season! FRIDAY, DEC. 4

SATURDAY, DEC. 12

4-7pm Alexander Faribault House Open House (12-1st Avenue) p 7:30pm “Twice the Cheer.” (Tickets at Paradise Center.)

SATURDAY, DEC. 5

p 11am-1pm Santa @ Heartman Insurance (4th & Central) p 1:30pm Free Family Movie (Village Theatre) p 10am-3pm Alexander Faribault House Open House (12-1st Avenue)

SATURDAY, NOV. 28

MONDAY, DEC. 7

p Shop Small Saturday with Santa! Santa at Heartman Insurance at 4th & Central, 10am-Noon and 1-3pm. Random prizes/awards for downtown visitors and shoppers.

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THURSDAY, DEC. 3

Window Decorating Contest (Voting ends at 8pm at participating downtown stores.) p Ladies Night Out Downtown p 5:30-8:30 Sleigh Rides p

5:30pm Santa Arrives 5:30-7pm. Arts & Crafts

5:30-7pm. Free Santa Photos

6-7pm. Hildebrandt & Fiddle

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12-3pm Downtown Sleigh Rides 1-4pm 13th Annual Shattuck Christmas Walk 2:30pm Holiday Performing Arts Showcase (Shattuck Newhall Auditorium) 7:30pm “Twice the Cheer” (Tickets at Paradise Center) 1:30pm Free Family Movie (Village Theatre) 7pmHoliday Figure Skating Show (S-SM Ice Rink)

FRIDAY, DEC. 18 p

Rock the Treetop (Tickets, Paradise Art Center)

SATURDAY, DEC. 19 (See www.faribaultmainstreet.org for details.) p p p

Holiday Snack Contest Ice Bar Competition

Last Minute Gift Mania

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Live Music, Holiday Treats, Jump House, Arts & Crafts and much more!

FRIDAY, DEC. 11 p

7:30pm “Twice the Cheer” (Tickets at Paradise Center.)

See www.faribaultmainstreet.org for the latest Hometown Holiday details!

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Holiday Entertaining Made Easy!

Affordable GOOD food for everyone. New Low prices on staples and fresh products. Two new programs to better feed our community! With friendly staff, great new prices on items and the best customer service in town, why shop anywhere else? Stop in and see us - youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be glad you did!

Proudly Serving our Community for 11 Years! 516 Water Street South Northfield, MN 55057 507.650.0106 www.justfood.coop

Member or not, you are always welcome at the Co-op!