ATHLETES OF THE MONTH

*Athletes chosen by press sta

Hannah Tong Anna Corbid Forest Lake Softball Stillwater Softball

Hannah Tong, one of the leaders of Forest Lake’s state champion softball team as a sophomore, has started her junior season strongly, going 4-for-9 at the plate in the first three games, with three RBIs, while pitching six solid innings (two three-inning stints), allowing just one run and striking out ten. Last season, Tong had a 10-2 pitching record, capped by a shutout in the state finals, and hit .377 with three homers and 18 RBI’s. She has verbally committed to UM-Mankato.

Forest Lake Track & Field

Reid Olson, Forest Lake junior three-sport athlete, coming off a strong sophomore year in track, was one of the top sprinters in an indoor meet with 10 Suburban East Conference teams at White Bear Lake to open the season April 13. Olson placed fifth in the 200 dash with 23.72 and sixth in the 100 with 11.83. As a sophomore, he ran on section champion 4x200 and 4x400 relays, the latter of which placed seventh at state. He also placed sixth in the section 300 hurdles. Olson, 6-foot-3, is a forward in basketball (averaging 5.9 points this season) and wide receiver in football.

Anna Corbid, junior right-hander, sparked the Stillwater softball team to 4-0 start, pitching three of the games, allowing just eight hits and three runs (two earned) in 20 innings. Corbid twirled a two-hit shutout to beat White Bear Lake 3-0, then 5 1/3 innings (one unearned run) in a 7-5 win over Cretin-Derham Hall, then 5 2/3 innings (two runs) in a 4-3 win over defending state champion Forest Lake. Not overpowering (13 strikeouts so far), she keeps batters off balance and gets them out on grounders and pop-ups.

Stillwater Track & Field

Jackson Tweed, Stillwater senior pole-vaulter, cleared 14 feet, 6 inches, at a White Bear Lake indoor meet April 13, tying for third-best all-time at Stillwater. In the first two meets, he went 13-6 and 14-3, both in indoor meets at UM-Mankato. He placed first all three meets. Tweed’s prior personal best was 13-0 as a junior, which was his first year of vaulting (after the 2020 pandemic non season). Pole vault coach Ben Straka praised Tweed as a fine natural athlete who “puts in the preparation time to meet his goals” including weight-room dedication and getting plenty of reps at practices. Tweed has committed to Western Kentucky.

CONTRIBUTED

'Cinderella'

When: 7 p.m. Friday, May 5; 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, May 6; 2 p.m. Sunday, May 7

Where: Stillwater Area High School Auditorium

Details: Traditional story performed by dancers of St. Croix Ballet to the music of Prokofiev. Tickets online. Contact: stcroixballet.com

‘LA CAGE AUX FOLLES’

When: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays, through May 21; 7:30 p.m.

Monday, May 15

Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake

Details: Comic play performed by Lakeshore Players Theatre. Tickets $10-$30.

Contact: 651-478-7427 or lakeshoreplayers. org

MINNESOTA’S GOLDEN AGE OF WRESTLING: FROM VERNE GAGNE TO THE ROAD WARRIORS

When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 2

Where: Washington County Heritage Center, 1862 South Greeley St., Stillwater

Details: Wrestling historian George Shire will discuss his new book about Minnesota's professional wrestling history. Free program; also available online.

Contact: 651-439-2298 or wchsmn.org/ event/wrestling3

TOTALLY CRIMINAL COCKTAIL HOUR

When: 4:30-5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 3

Where: Stillwater Zephyr Theatre, 601 N. Main St.

Details: Mystery lovers and authors come together for conversation and reading inspiration. May event features author Marcie Rendon. Cash bar. Tickets online.

Contact: valleybookseller.com

GAMMELGARDEN MUSEUM OPENING WEEKEND

When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, May 4-Sunday, May7

Where: Gammelgarden Museum, 20080 Olinda Trail N., Scandia

Details: Free tours at 10:30 a.m., 1 & 2:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 1 & 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Artist and crafter's fair, artisan demos, 19th century games, and hands on activities for all ages.

Contact: gammelgardenmuseum.org

UNITED BY THE VINE

When: 6 p.m. Thursday, May 4

Where: Royal Golf Club, 11455 20th St. N., Lake Elmo

Details: Annual fundraiser for United Way of Washington County-East includes cocktails, dinner, raffles, online and live auction, and program.

Contact: uwwce.org

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION

When and Where: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, May 6 and June 3 at the Forest Lake Transit Center, 19987 Fitzgerald Trail

N.; 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, May 20 at Lily Lake Ice Arena, 1208 S. Greeley St., Stillwater

Details: Recycle and dispose of electronics and household hazardous waste. Confidential document shredding.

Contact: 651-430-6702 or co.washington. mn.us

INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION

When: 8-10 a.m. Saturday, May 6

Where: Ascension Episcopal Church, 214 N. Third St., Stillwater

Details: Introductory class to discuss basic forms of meditation and short sessions. Call to reserve a spot; also available online.

Contact: 651-263-7760 or zenbridge.org

Big Rig Day Featuring The Roe Family

SINGERS

When: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 6

Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake

Details: Kids can climb on vehicles at the Metro Transit parking lot behind the library while listening to the Roe Family singers. Free; no registration required.

Contact: washcolib.org

SPRING FLING CRAFT & VENDOR SHOW

When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 6

Where: Stillwater Area High School, 5701 Stillwater Blvd. N.

Details: Food, crafters and vendors, indoors and outside. Free admission. Contact: rsgdevelopment.com

BALANCED WELLNESS SERIES: LIVING WITH ARTHRITIS

When: 1-2 p.m.Wednesday, May 10

Where: Stillwater Public Library, 224 3rd St. N.

Details: Monthly educational series on the 2nd Wednesday of the month for adults ages 55+. Free and no registration required. Contact: stillwaterlibrary.org

FROG WALK AT OXBOW TRAILS

When: 7:30-9 Wednesday, May 10

Where: Oxbow Trails, 2398 St. Croix Trail S., Afton

Details: Evening stroll through a new hiking area while listening for spring calls of native frogs. Registration required. Contact: belwin.org/events

THE EMPTY NEST: RIGHTSIZE YOUR HOME

When: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Thursday, May 11

Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake

Details: Empty nesters can learn how to rethink spaces in their home, downsize and plan for life transitions with a professional organizer. Registration required.

Contact: washcolib.org

FARE FOR ALL

When: 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, May 16

Where: Community Thread, 2300 Orleans St. W, Stillwater

Details: Public can purchase food at a discount through a curbside delivery model.

Contact: 763-450-3880 or fareforall.org

TAIKOARTS MIDWEST: JAPANESE DRUMMING WITH ENSO DAIKO

When: 6-7 p.m. Thursday, May 18

Where: Stillwater Public Library, 224 3rd St. N.

Details: Loud, energetic event incorporating music, dance, culture, and pure athleticism. Lecture on history of taiko drumming and interactive activities. Free; all ages.

Contact: stillwaterlibrary.org

BELWIN BISON FESTIVAL AND “RUN WITH THE BISON” FUN RUN

When: 9 a.m. run; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Festival

Saturday, May 20

Where: Lucy Winton Bell Athletic Fields, 15601 Hudson Rd. N., Lakeland

Details: Day of family fun includes 5K run, live music, eco-arts, and food trucks. Main event is arrival of the bison herd as they are released onto the prairie.

Contact: belwin.org

Canine Carnival

When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 20

Where: Wildlife Science Center, 22830 Sunrise Rd. NE, Stacy

Details: Learn about dogs and their wolf relatives, meet dog related service providers, visit with vendors , and enjoy dog demonstrations. Food and beverages. Dog on leashed welcome. See cost details online.

Contact: wildlifesciencecenter.org/ upcoming-events/canine-carnival

PLANT SALE AND GARDEN EXPO

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, May 20

Where: Washington County Fairgrounds, Highway 5 and Manning Ave.

Details: Shop for a variety of heirloom tomatoes, peppers, herbs, annuals, perennials, prairie plants and grasses and landscaping decor while supporting Washington County Master Gardeners. Visit with Master Gardeners and other experts on gardening topics.

Contact: washingtoncountymg.org

HOME COMPOSTING

When: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 23

Where: River Market Co-op, 221 Main St. N., Stillwater

Details: Master Gardeners share gardening best-practices that promote healthy landscapes and foods. Registration online; free for co-op members. Contact: 651-439-0366 or rivermarket. coop/news/classes

STILLWATER HALF MARATHON

When: 8 a.m. Saturday, May 27

Where: Downtown Stillwater

Details: Half marathon 10K and 5K routes along the Gateway Trail and through downtown streets, and finish at Pioneer Park. Registration required. Contact: 651-504-4044 or runstillwater.com

19TH ANNUAL 10 MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL

When: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays, June 1-11

Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake

Details: See 10 never-before-seen plays from around the world performed by Lakeshore Players actors. Contact: 651-478-7427 or lakeshoreplayers. org