ON THE TOWN

ON THE TOWN THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN THE VALLEY

Bringing Fun to 2021

Even though many events had to be canceled or postponed due to the ongoing pandemic, the Hudson Hot Air Affair (HHAA) committee decided to proceed with year’s event, but with some changes in order to protect the health and safety of the community.

This year’s theme for the annual hot air balloon rally and winter festival is “Bringing Fun to 2021.”

With a legacy of 32 years, the Hudson Hot Air Affair is a family tradition for many participants, sponsors and the community. “People have had a really challenging year and we feel it’s important to bring some fun to families and the Hudson community,” says Michelle Webb, HHAA president.

The 2021 event will be a hybrid including added virtual programing with balloons in the air, an evening drive through balloon glow and candlestick event. The committee expects about half of the typical 30-35 hot air balloon teams to participate with pop-up launches around Hudson, weather permitting. While there won’t be any public launch field access, live video coverage of the pop-up launches will be an addition to this year’s event.

The committee asks that visitors please be sure to mask-up, physical distance and enjoy the Hudson Hot Air Affair responsibly.

FEBRUARY 5-7 For more information visit hudsonhotairaffair.com Announcements and the latest details will be posted as they become available.

LOCAL EVENTS

2, 4, 9 ,11, 16, 18, 23, 25 Youth Aerial Silks Classes Designed for youth ages 6–14, this 45-minute class will incorporate aerial tricks on aerial silks with movements in a physical fitness class setting. All levels class; no experience needed. Ages 6–14. $29.95 per class. 5:30–6:15 p.m.; The Pole Barn, 122 Water St. S., Stillwater; 651.439.0090

4, 11, 18, 25 Farm Tours at Eagle Eye Farm Have you ever taken a picture with a llama? On Eagle Eye farm, there are alpacas, llamas, Valais Blacknose sheep, Kune Kune pigs, miniature Highland cattle and numerous varieties of chickens. Every Thursday through Sunday. All ages. $10/person, children under 2 are free. 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Eagle Eye Farm, N7802 County Road F., River Falls; 715-441-0374; eagleeyefarms.net

6 Bags, Bingo and Beer 2021! Come on down to Brian’s Restaurant for the fifth annual Bags, Bingo and Beer, a popular winter event in downtown Stillwater! Spectators are welcome to come and hang out. Ages 21 and up. Team of 2/$40 or single registration of $20. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Brain’s Restaurant, 219 S. Main St., Stillwater; 651.439.7559; stscroixsplash.org

7, 21 Tim Sigler Sunday’s at Ziggy’s #SundayFundays with Tim Sigler at Ziggy’s in downtown Stillwater. Eat fantastic street food from the indoor food truck and great selection of craft beer. All ages. Free. 3–6 p.m. Ziggy’s on Main, 132 Main S., Stillwater; 651.342.0011; ZiggysOnMain.com

19 Starlight Snowshoe at Saint Croix Vineyards Enjoy a starlight ice luminary lit snowshoe trail throughout the Saint Croix Vineyards. Warm up around multiple bonfires or in the winery with a cup of wine and tasty treats. Ages 21 and up $45. 6–9 p.m. Saint Croix Vineyards, 6428 Manning Ave. N., Stillwater; 651.430.3310; scvwines.com 25 Barn Quilt Painting Kit-Stillwater School Put together your own paint night! The 16”x 16” wood barn quilt patterns are perfect for all skill levels! Each piece has the design etched into the wood, so all you need to do is paint within the lines. All ages. $45. 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Stillwater Community Education, 1875 Greeley St. S., Stillwater; stillwater.ce.eleyo.com

AREA EVENTS

4, 5, 6 Sounds of Spring It may be cold, but spring is soon to be in the air. Welcome the season with the Minnesota Orchestra’s Sounds of Spring. Listen to Delius, Debussy and Mendelssohn and be swept into the spirit of warmer days and budding life. All ages. Ticket prices vary. Thurs. at 11 a.m., Fri. & Sat. at 8 p.m. Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicolett Mall, Mpls.; 612.371.5600; minnesotaorchestra.org

27 Full Moon Snowshoe & Bonfire Picnic Get ready for a night under the stars with the Oakdale Nature Preserve and Discovery Center. Enjoy the trails at night with the moon and starts overhead. One trail lit with ice luminaries followed by warm bonfires for stories, hot chocolate, s’mores and more! All ages, $25/ person. 6 –8:30 p.m. Oakdale Nature Preserve, 4444 Hadley Ave. N., Oakdale; 651.747.3860; ci.oakdale.mn.us

Due to the fluidity being experienced in the current environment, please note that some events/dates and even some business operations may have changed since these pages went to print. Please visit designated websites for updates.

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