NOVEMBER 14, 2009

Community

Middle & High School Study Skills Class
Sep 27, 2009 -Dec 15, 2009
Reading Center, Rochester, Minn.
School success comes primarily from the ability and diesire to manage work and time effectively. Cost is $175. Contact the Reading Center at Read@TheReadingCenter.org (More details)

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Catholic Daughters Fall Luncheon
Nov 14, 2009
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, St. Charles,
'Hats Off to Fall' luncheon and fashion show, hosted by Court St. Charles Catholic Daughters. Pre-sale tickets $8; at the door $9. For tickets call Sandy at 932-0923. (More details)

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Triton High School presents "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)"
Nov 12, 2009 -Nov 14, 2009
Triton HIgh School, 813 West Highway Street, Dodge Center, MN
Triton High School Theater will present the wildly comedic spoof, “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged).” The comedy will be presented on the Triton High School stage in Dodge Center on Thursday, November 12 through Saturday, November 14. Curtain will open at 7:00 p.m. on the three evenings. There will also be a matinee on Wednesday, November 11 at approximately 1:30 p.m. Students: $3; Adults: $5 (More details)

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Holiday Bazaar
Nov 14, 2009
Peace United Church of Christ, 1503 2nd Ave. N.E., Rochester,
Includes a craft sale, bake sale, homemade donuts, quilts, Trash & Treasure, clothing, and BBQ lunch. (More details)

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Douglas Methodist Church Turkey Dinner
Nov 14, 2009
Douglas Methodist Church, Douglas,
Adults $9, kids ages 5-12 $4.50, and children under 5 free. For takeout call 281-3526. (More details)

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Eagles Thanksgiving Buffet
Nov 14, 2009
Eagles Club, Austin,

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St. Paul Lutheran Church (Chatfield) Fall luncheon & Bazaar
Nov 14, 2009
St. Paul Lutheran Church, Chatfield, Minn
Sale of baked goods and crafts starts 10:30 a.m. Lunch at 11 a.m. Barbecues, assorted salads, pickles, pie and coffee. Adults $6; children under 12 $3; preschool free. (More details)

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"A Live & Love Affair"
Nov 14, 2009
Kahler Grand Hotel, Rochester, Minn
"A Live & Love Affair" lead singer Bruce A. Henry Band. Fundraiser for Seasons Hospice, with silent auction. Admission: $75. (More details)

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Tundra Swan Trip
Nov 14, 2009
Heinz Center - east parking lot, Rochester, Minn
Travel to Mississippi river south of Brownsdale to see tundra swans. Will return in afternoon. bring bag lunch or eat at Subway sanwish shop. Will car pool from the Heintz center (More details)

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Craft Show
Nov 14, 2009
Moose Lodge, S. Main St., Austin,
Many vendors including Avon, Tupperware and more. Lunch will be available. (More details)

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Swan Bus Tour
Nov 14, 2009
Upper Mississippi National Wildlife and Fish Refuge,
Witness the migration of tundra swans and other waterfowl. Bus leaves from Winona; cost is $20 per person, which includes lunch. For reservations call 507-452-4232. (More details)

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Younkers Community Day Sale
Nov 14, 2009
Younkers, Austin,
Tickets available at the store. Sale hours 6 am to 9 pm. (More details)

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Pet Adoption Event - PetSmart North
Nov 14, 2009
PetSmart North, Rochester, Minn
Retrieve a Golden of Minnesota (RAGOM). Meet Golden Retrievers up for adoption in the Rochester area. (More details)

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Rochester Downtown Winter Farmers Market
Nov 14, 2009 -Nov 21, 2009
Olmsted County Fairgrounds Building 41, Rochester, Minn
30+ vendors; locally grown produce, meats, plants & flowers, eggs, preserves, specialty items. Complimentary hot beverages, and music. (More details)

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Games Day
Nov 14, 2009
Godfather's Pizza, 1611 16th St. N.W., Rochester,
Hosted by Rochester Gamers' Community (RGC). All skill levels welcome. Also a collection for Toys for Tots. Go to www.rochestergaming.com. (More details)

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Historical Society Breakfast
Nov 14, 2009
Applebee's , Austin,
Tickets are $6 available at the Mower County Historical Society. Proceeds support MCHS. Call 437-6082. (More details)

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24th Annual St. Patrick's Bazaar
Nov 14, 2009
St. Patrick Catholic Church, 30934 Hwy. 60, West Albany,
Sponsored by St. Patrick's CCW. Formerly the Millville Craft Sale. (More details)

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Meatball luncheon
Nov 14, 2009
Zion Lutheran church, 400 5th Ave NE, Stewartville, Minn
Tickets $8 for adults; $5 for 5-12; and free for children younger than 5. Homemade pies for dessert. Scandinavian baked goods for sale. (More details)

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Transform Yang to Yin Energy
Nov 14, 2009
Hermitage Farm Healing Center, 6415 W. River Rd. N.W., Rochester,
Prepare for winter with a new paradigm in self-care and self-knowledge. Cost is $25-$45. For details go to www.zumbrovalleyacupuncture.com or call 281-2791. (More details)

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Fall Bazaar & Bake Sale
Nov 14, 2009
St. Patrick's Community Center, 30934 Hwy. 60, West Albany,
Formerly known as the "Millville Craft Sale." New this year: vendors from Tupperware, Tastefully Simply, Mary Kay, Pampered Chef, and more. Sponsored by St. Patrick's CCW. (More details)

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Nature Kids: Time to Sleep
Nov 14, 2009
Quarry Hill Nature Center, 701 Silver Creek Rd. N.E., Rochester,
For 4-5 year-olds. Includes outdoor adventures, art time, stories and a healthy snack. Pre-registration required. Fee $10 ($8 Friends Members). (More details)

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Celebrating Adoption
Nov 14, 2009
Catholic Charities, 903 W. Center St., Rochester,
Potluck lunch for families built through adoption. Also includes a magician and family activities. RSVP requested. (More details)

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Harvest Buffet
Nov 14, 2009
Byron United Methodist Church, 507 1st Ave. N.W., Byron,
Adults $9 in advance, $10 at the door; ages 4-12 $5; under age 4 free. (More details)

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K of C Steak Fry and Dance
Nov 14, 2009
Adams American Legion , Adams,
Annual Knights of Columbus Steak Supper and Dance. Tickets $9.50 in advance, $10 at the door. Music by "Buck Hollow". (More details)

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Hope for Recovery Workshop
Nov 14, 2009
Zumbro Valley Mental Health Center, 343 Woodlake Dr. S.E., door 11, Rochester,
Free workshop for families who have a loved one affected by mental illness. To register call NAMI Southeast Minnesota 287-1692. (More details)

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GivingThanks Salebration
Nov 12, 2009 -Nov 14, 2009
Community Clothesline, 814 11th Ave. N.E., Rochester,
Includes The Big Spender and LaBoutique Sale. (More details)

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Ronald McDonald Sale
Nov 14, 2009
Ronald McDonald House, 850 2nd Street S.W., Rochester, MN
Fall / Holiday "Treasure" Sale. Many new items.Books, toys,games, linens,household, large selection of Xmas decorations and trees. Gift baskets, artificial flowers.Come and shop with us for a good cause. (More details)

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Dodge Center UMC Lunch and Bazaar
Nov 14, 2009
United Methodist Church, 20 1st St. N.E., Dodge Center,
Coffee and rolls 9-11 am; lunch 11 am to 1:30 pm. Take out available. (More details)

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Indoor Flea Market
Nov 14, 2009
2.8 miles south from Hwy. 14, 2725 Marion Rd. S.E., Rochester,
Antiques, Crafts, Collectables, Art and more. Free admission and parking. (More details)

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Fruitcake Sale
Nov 14, 2009
Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 3rd Avenue SW, Rochester, MN
Our 'world-famous' fruitcake is for sale in a variety of sizes and prices. (More details)

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Entertainment

Theater

"A Don't Hug Me Christmas Carol"
Nov 12, 2009 -Nov 15, 2009
Jon Hassler Theater, 412 W. Broadway, Plainview,
1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m.and 5:30 p.m. Sunday. TIckets: $22 adults, $20 senior citizens, $14 students, Thursday evening tickets: $14. Ends Nov. 22. (More details)

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"The Crucible"
Nov 12, 2009 -Nov 15, 2009
Page Theatre, Saint Mary's University, Winona,
7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. $10 adults, $5 students and senior citizens. (More details)

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Special Events

"Pandemonium on Plymouth Rock”, a Family Friendly "whodunit" murder mystery…
Nov 13, 2009 -Nov 14, 2009
Blue Belle Inn B&B and Tea House, 513 West 4th Street, St. Ansgar, IA
Celebrate the season with Hannah Standish, Squantro, Rapid Turtle, and Gordo at our Thanksgiving Mystery dinner. One lucky sleuth who figures out “whodunit” will receive their dinner free $24.95 per person. (More details)

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Book Adventures ~ Turkey Tales
Nov 14, 2009
Best of Times Bookstore, 435 W 3rd St, Red Wing, mn
Do you remember going to Grandma’s house and singing “Over the River and Through the Woods”? Share those good times with your child as Best of Times Bookstore presents Turkey Tales: Songs and Stories. The activities start at 10:00 a.m. (More details)

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David Lefkowitz lecture
Nov 14, 2009
Rochester Art Center, 40 Civic Center Drive S.E., Rocheser, MN
Lefkowitz will talk about his current exhibition "Other Positioning Systems." Admission: Free for Olmsted County residents and students; general: $5 adults, $3 senior citizens. (More details)

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Art on Main
Nov 13, 2009 -Nov 14, 2009
Main Street, Stillwater,
Galleries in historic district of Stillwater. 4 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. (More details)

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Performances

"The Good Dance: Brooklyn/Dakar"
Nov 12, 2009 -Nov 14, 2009
McGuire Theatre, Walker Art Center, 1750 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis,
Reggie Wilson and Andreya Ouamba. World premiere. Tickets: $18 Thursday, $25 Friday and Saturday. (More details)

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"Casanova's Homecoming"
Nov 14, 2009
Ordway Center, 345 Washington St., St. Paul,
Minnesota Opera. Ends Nov. 22. Tickets: $20 to $200. (More details)

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Music

John Gorka
Nov 14, 2009
Cedar Cultural Center, 416 Cedar Ave. S., Minneapolis,
Tickets: $25, $22. (More details)

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RSOC Ode to Joy Concert
Nov 14, 2009
Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall, Civic Center Drive, Rochester, MN
Concert program: Shostakovich Festive Overture Ives: Double Fugue on American Hymns Bernstein: Candide Overture Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 (More details)

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Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Nov 14, 2009
Target Center, 600 First Ave. N., Minneapolis,
Tickets: $27 to $58. (More details)

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Paddy Keenan and John Walsh
Nov 14, 2009
Oak Center General Store, U.S. 63, Oak Center,
Irish music. Tickets: $15; patrons pay what they can afford with a minimum of $5. (More details)

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"Thanks for the Memories"
Nov 14, 2009
Sheldon Theatre, 443 W. Third St., Red Wing,
Red Wing Area Seniors variety show. Tickets: $12 adults, $7 students. (More details)

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Plan B
Nov 14, 2009
Boomer's Lounge, 3737 40th Ave. N.W., Rochester, Minn.

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Live Music at the Cannon River Winery - Jim and Jane
Nov 14, 2009
Cannon River Winery, 421 Mill St W, Cannon Falls, MN
Jim Ouska and Jane Aleckson Their concerts are a tour de force through blues, swing, folk, funk and straight ahead jazz. Cost: Free (More details)

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Rochester Community Band Concert
Nov 14, 2009
Charles Hill Theater, Rochester Community & Technical College, Rochester,
With special guest Whirlwinds Woodwind Quintet. Free. (More details)

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Rochester Music Men Barbershop Chorus Fall Concert
Nov 14, 2009
Willow Creek Middle School, 2425 11th Avenue S. E., Rochester,
"Let a Smile Be Your Umbrella." Guest artists: Vocality quartet. Tickets: $10 advance from chorus members, $12 at the door. (More details)

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Collective Unconscious "Bridge Over Troubled Water"
Nov 14, 2009
State Theatre, Zumbrota,
Live re-creation of entire Simon & Garfunkel album. Tickets: $28 in advance, $32 at the door. (More details)

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Johnny Holm Band
Nov 14, 2009
Whiskey Bones Roadhouse, 3820 U.S. 63 N., Rochester, Minn.

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Latin Night
Nov 13, 2009 -Nov 14, 2009
Billy Mac's, 3342 19th St. N.W., Rochester, Minn.
No cover. (More details)

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Tommy Rexx
Nov 13, 2009 -Nov 14, 2009
CJ's Midtown Lounge, 8 S. Broadway, Rochester, MN

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Mary Lee Huber & Generation II
Nov 14, 2009
Michaels Restaurant/Pappageorge Lounge, 15 S. Broadway, Rochester, MN

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Brandon Sampson
Nov 14, 2009
Daniel's Restaurant, 504 S. Mantorville Ave., Kasson, MN

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Astrogliders
Nov 14, 2009
North Star Bar, 503 N. Broadway, Rochester, MN

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Fire Spice
Nov 13, 2009 -Nov 14, 2009
VFW Club 1215, 16 Sixth St. S.W., Rochester, MN

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Jaggedease
Nov 14, 2009
Canadian Honker, 1201 Second St. S.W., Rochester, MN

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Scotty Reed
Nov 14, 2009
Whistle Binkies Olde World Pub, 3120 Wellner Drive. N.E., Rochester,
Blues. (More details)

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DJ Music
Nov 14, 2009
Rookies Sports Bar & Grill, 1517 16th St. S.W., Rochester, MN

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Johnny Holm Band
Nov 14, 2009
Whiskey Bones Roadhouse, 3820 U.S. 63 N., Rochester, Minn.
$10 cover. (More details)

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Plan B
Nov 14, 2009
Boomer's Lounge, 3737 40th Ave. N.W., Rochester, Minn.

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Dancing

Saturday Night Dance
Nov 14, 2009
Rochester Senior Center, 121 North Broadway, Rochester, MN
Leon Olsen band, specializing in waltz, two-step, schottische, and fox trot. Public is welcome, admission is $8 per person. (More details)

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Blue Moon Mix
Nov 14, 2009
Blue Moon Ballroom, 2030 U.S. 14 E., Rochester, MN
Swing, Latin, soft-rock, blues, country, ballroom music and current hits. Lesson 7:30-8:15 p.m., Admission: adults $8, youth $6 (More details)

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Ryan Herman
Nov 14, 2009
Henderson Silvermoon Ballroom, Wisconsin Highway 35, Alma, Wis.
Old time, country, big band, polka, waltz and variety dance music. (More details)

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Comedy

Jerry Seinfeld
Nov 14, 2009
Orpheum Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis,
Tickets: $49 to $79. (More details)

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Scott Derenger, Denise Ramsden
Nov 13, 2009 -Nov 14, 2009
Goonie's Comedy Club, 7 Second St. S.W., Rochester, Minn.
Showtimes: 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets: $13 in advance, $15 at the door. (More details)

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JM Senior Party Fundraiser
Nov 14, 2009
Elks Club - Hillcrest, Rochester, MN
Hypnotist Gabriel Holmes a graduate of John Marshall High School. A limited number of tickets are available. Tickets are $8 and can be obtained by contacting Lee Ann Furness 358-7724, Maureen Adkins 288-7293, or at the Elks Club. (More details)

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Scott Hansen's birthday comedy show
Nov 13, 2009 -Nov 14, 2009
Holiday Inn, 2201 Burns Ave., St. Paul,

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Art Exhibits

Fall Exhibition
Sep 12, 2009 -Jan 10, 2010
Rochester Art Center, 40 Civic Center Drive S.E., Rocheser, MN
David Lefkowitz: 'Other Positioning Systems.' Visit www.rochesterartcenter.org. (More details)

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Hard Boiled Art
Nov 6, 2009 -Dec 5, 2009
Red Wing Framing & Fine Art Printing, 312 West Avenue, Red Wing, MN
Aan exhibition of rare, original pulp magazine cover art (1939 – 1965) Representative artists include George Rozen, John Coughlin and Mort Kunstler. (More details)

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Bill Shain and Susan Feigenbaum featured in exhibit at Crossings
Nov 1, 2009 -Nov 30, 2009
Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Avenue, Zumbrota, MN
The November exhibit at Crossings will include two artists will run from November 1 through November 30. (More details)

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Lee Eide ~ Dead Man’s Plan ~ Book Signing
Nov 14, 2009
Best of Times Bookstore, 425 W 3rd St, Red Wing, MN
Join Red Wing’s Lee Eide as he signs Dead Man’s Plan. The book is described as an engaging tale of intrigue, ambitious pursuits, tension and desperation (More details)

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