NOVEMBER 19, 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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Rochester Garden & Flower Club Meeting
Nov 19, 2009
RCTC Heintz Center Auditorium, 1926 Collegeview Dr. S.E., Rochester,
'How to Grow and Cook with 12 Wonderful Herbs,' by Myrl Moran. For information call 285-9237 or go to www.rgfc.org. Free. (More details)

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Wellness Clinic
Nov 19, 2009
Mower County Senior Center, 400 3rd Ave. N.E., Austin,

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Rochester Huff and Puff Club
Nov 19, 2009
Michael's Restaurant, Rochester, Minn
Everyone invited. The club meets every third Thursday (More details)

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Great American Smoke Out
Nov 19, 2009
Rochester Community & Technical College, Atrium Room 302, Rochester,
Acupuncture therapy for those looking to break a nicotine habit. Suggested donation $5. Sponsored by Health Services of RCTC and Zumbro Valley Acupuncture. For information call 280-0300. (More details)

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"There is Music in All Things" Book Signing
Nov 19, 2009
Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Downtown Peace Plaza, Rochester,
Author Agnes Trifontaine's second book in a mystery series for children ages 8-12. For details go to www.trifontaine-mysteries.com. (More details)

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"Sound of Music"
Nov 19, 2009 -Nov 21, 2009
Saint Charles Elementary School Auditorium, Saint Charles, MN
The Saint Charles High School presents, "The Sound of Music" Thurs. 11/19 - Sat. 11/21 at 7:30 p.m. and Sun. 11/22 at 2 p.m. Tickets on sale at the St. Charles High School office (932-4420) - $5 students/$7 adults. (More details)

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Mayo High School Stage Door presents "Annie"
Nov 19, 2009 -Nov 22, 2009
Mayo High School Smith Auditorium, 1420 11th Ave. S.E., Rochester,
7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 1:30 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: Premium $11 advance, $12 at the door; regular $9 and $10. (More details)

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"Celebration of Life" Art of Mary Singer
Nov 19, 2009
Winona Public Library, 151 West 5th St., Winona, Minn
Paintings of the Mississippi River and bluffs on display. Closing reception and sale. (More details)

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Senior Housing Options and Reverse Mortgages
Nov 19, 2009
Elder Network, 1130 1/2 7th St. N.W., Suite 205, Rochester, Minn
Event is free. (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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"Precious Waters" film screening
Nov 19, 2009
Riverland Community College, Austin West Building Room A240, 1900 Eighth Ave. N.W., Austin, Minn
Free film screening sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa. Refreshments follow. 2nd showing 7 p.m. to 9 p.m (More details)

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Village Cooperative of Austin - Breakfast
Nov 19, 2009
The Village Cooperative, 2301 10th St. NW, Austin, Minn
Dine and discover financial benefits to living at the Village Cooperative Please enter from 18th Ave or from Hwy 218 by Collision Specilists (More details)

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"Survive and Thrive"
Nov 19, 2009
Riverland Community College, Austin West Building Room A237, Austin, Minn
Presenters, Paul Profit and Mark Ledson. $5 per person. Gives you latest update on US economic conditions, advice, and strategies. (More details)

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Myths & Realities of Aging Workforce
Nov 19, 2009
Eagles Club, 107 11th Ave. N.E., Austin, Minn
Cost, $15 per person: included lunch, Deadline for registration is Nov. 13 (Friday). Speakers, Michele Kimball State Director AARP Minnesota, and LaRhae Grindal Knatterud Director of Aging Transformation Minn. Department of Human Services. (More details)

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Rochester Garden & Flower Club Meeting
Nov 19, 2009
RCTC Heintz Center Auditorium, 1926 Collegeview Dr. S.E., Rochester,
"How to Grow & Cook with 12 Wonderful Culinary Herbs" by Myrl Moran. Free. (More details)

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RCTC/UMR Learning is ForEver (L.I.F.E.) Program
Nov 19, 2009
Heintz Center Rm. HA102, 1926 Collegeview Dr. S.E., Rochester,
'Cornerstones for Healthcare Reform,' with the Mayo Clinic Health Policy Center. (More details)

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KM Care & Share Charity Auction
Nov 19, 2009
EVENTS by Daniel's, Saker & Schmitz, 401 8th St. S.E., Kasson,
Includes dinner. All proceeds support children, seniors & families "in need" year-round. To donate contact Lisa Peterson or Charlie Sinnwell 634-2991. (More details)

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PAIIR: 'Balancing Life with More than One Child'
Nov 19, 2009
Hoover Elementary School, 369 Elton Hills Dr. N.W., Rochester,
Discussion group to help parents meet the needs of each child. Class meets through Dec. 17. (More details)

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Healthy Eating for the Holidays
Nov 19, 2009
Rochester Senior Center, 121 N. Broadway, Rochester,
Explore holiday eating and get ideas for enjoying a healthy holiday season, presented by Olmsted Medical Center. (More details)

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International Education Week
Nov 19, 2009
Riverland Community College Austin West Campus Cafeteria, 1900 Eighth Avenue NW, Austin, MN
An international luncheon and presentations about their country and culture, showcasing music and traditional dress. (More details)

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Entertainment

Theater

"A Don't Hug Me Christmas Carol"
Nov 19, 2009 -Nov 22, 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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"Love Song"
Nov 18, 2009 -Nov 22, 2009
Performing Arts Center, Winona State University, Winona,
Winona State student production. Tickets: $9 general, $5 students. (More details)

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"Death of a Salesman"
Nov 18, 2009 -Nov 21, 2009
Frank W. Bridges Theater, Riverland Community College, 1600 8th Ave. N.W., Austin, MN
Classic American drama. Presented by Riverland Theatre. Tickets: $12. (More details)

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Special Events

Rochester Friends of the Minneapolis Institute of Arts lecture
Nov 19, 2009
Rochester Golf and Country Club, 3100 Country Club Road S.W., Rochester,
"Recent Acquisitions: Rembrandt, Degas, Matisse and Walker" by curator Thomas Rassieur. Coffee at 10 a.m. Call 288-2977 for membership information. (More details)

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Performances

"Casanova's Homecoming"
Nov 19, 2009
Ordway Center, 345 Washington St., St. Paul,
Minnesota Opera. Ends Nov. 22. Tickets: $20 to $200. (More details)

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Music

Five by Design
Nov 19, 2009
Page Theatre, Saint Mary's University, Winona,
Swing music. Page Series. Tickets: $25 adults, $20 students. (More details)

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Vic Chesnutt Band
Nov 19, 2009
Cedar Cultural Center, 416 Cedar Ave. S., Minneapolis,
Tickets: $16, $14. (More details)

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Ben Olsen
Nov 19, 2009
Whistle Binkies on the Lake, 247 Wood Lake Drive S.E., Rochester,
Acoustic rock. (More details)

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Films

"Nutcracker"
Nov 19, 2009
Galaxy 14 Cinema, 4340 Maine Ave. S.E., Rochester,
"Ballet in Cinema" series. Tickets: $20. (More details)

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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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Government

Olmsted Soil and Water Conservation District Board Meeting
Nov 19, 2009
Government Center Councils Chambers, 151 4th St. S.E., Rochester,

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Committee on Urban Design & Environment
Nov 19, 2009
City Hall Room 320, 201 4th St. S.E., Rochester,

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