FEBRUARY 7, 2009

Community

Hearts and Diamonds Specatcular
Feb 7, 2009
Somerby Golf Club, Rochester, MN
Fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House of Rochester. $200 per person, featuring music, dinner and prizes. (More details)

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Pancake Breakfast
Feb 7, 2009
Savory Skillet, Austin,
Tickets are $5. Proceeds benefit Hormel Historic Home. Call HHH at 433-4243 for tickets. (More details)

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Valentine's Concert
Feb 7, 2009
First Baptist Church, 304 4th St. N.W., Kasson,
Christian music by "Tree Huggers." Free-will donation. (More details)

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SnoBall softball tournament
Feb 7, 2009 -Feb 8, 2009
Brothers Bar and Grill, Rochester, MN
Fundraiser for March of Dimes, open to men's, women's and co-rec teams. Games played around town, entry fee is $100 per team. (More details)

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Junco bird hike
Feb 7, 2009
Quarry Hill Nature Center, 701 Silver Creek Rd. NE, Rochester , MN
See wintering birds of SE Minnesota. Binoculars available at nature center, families and novices welcome. Free and open to the public, hosted by Zumbro Valley Audubon Society. (More details)

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Pancake breakfast benefit
Feb 7, 2009

Benefits Hormel Historic Home. Tickets are $5, includes breakfast and beverage. (More details)

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Film double feature
Feb 7, 2009
Rochester Public Library, 101 2nd St. S.E., Rochester,
Willie Wonka/Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Rochester Reads program. Free. (More details)

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Beginning genealogy class
Feb 7, 2009
Olmsted County History Center, 1195 W. Circle Dr. S.W., Rochester,
Register through Community Education at 328-4000. (More details)

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Families, Friends & Flapjacks
Feb 7, 2009
Willow Creek Golf Course, Rochester,
Tickets are $5; kids 2 and under eat free. Proceeds benefit children's programs at Civic League Day Nursery. (More details)

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Rochester Downtown Winter Farmers Market
Feb 7, 2009
Building 41, Olmsted County Fairgrounds, Rochester,
With fresh, local produce, entertainment, and drawings. For information call 273-8232 or go to www.rochesterdowntownfarmersmarket.org. (More details)

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Willow Creek fundraiser
Feb 7, 2009
Both Barnes and Nobel locations, Rochester, MN
Up to 20 percent of purchases made will go to the Willow Creek PTSA technology fund for the purchase of LCD projectors for classrooms. (More details)

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Free Family Day
Feb 7, 2009
Rochester Art Center, 40 Civic Center Dr. S.E., Rochester, MN
Cap off your own glittering snow globe as part of Rochester Winterfest VII. A number of jars will be provided, but families are encouraged to bring their own see-through containers with lids. For more information contact David Parisi at (507) 424-3308 or dparisi@rochesterartcenter.org. (More details)

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Teaching writing and spelling strategies
Feb 7, 2009
Masonic Center, 2002 Second St. S.W., Rochester, MN
This half day workshop will demonstrate an early intervention strategy that individualizes instruction in written expression and spelling. Cost: $50, $40 for IDA members. Register online at: www.umbida.org/calendar.html (More details)

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Teaching writing: Idea to paper
Feb 7, 2009
Masonic Center, 2002 Second St. S.W., Rochester, MN
This half day workshop will present a series of exercises and lessons that starts with the construction of a “naked sentence” to the development of five paragraph essay. Cost: $50, $40 for IDA members. Register online at: www.umbida.org/calendar.html (More details)

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Winterfest Families, Friends, and Flapjacks
Feb 7, 2009
Willow Creek Golf Course, Rochester, MN
Join us for fun and flapjacks and help support Civic League Day Nursery. Entry fee: $5 per person; children age 2 and under free. (More details)

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Wine and dine
Feb 7, 2009
The Greendoor, 119 South Center Ave., Eyota, MN
Enjoy wine tasting and dinner menu demonstrations by Bluegrass Catering, featuring chef Tom. Sign up by Feb. 2nd, $15 per person. (More details)

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Spaghetti supper
Feb 7, 2009
United Methodist Church , 20 First St. N.E., Dodge Center, MN
Put on by our Youth Group for Valentine's Day. Spaghetti, garlic bread, salad, and dessert. $7 adult, $5 children, $20 family. (More details)

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Pancake breakfast for HHH
Feb 7, 2009
Savory Skillet, 107 11th Ave. N.E., Austin, MN
Pancake Breakfast to benefit the Hormel Historic Home. Tickets $5 each, available at the HHH office and at the door. Call for more information. (More details)

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Chili feed fundraiser
Feb 7, 2009
St. Pius X, 1315 12 Ave. N.W., Rochester, MN
Chili supper the first Wednesday of every month, sponsored by Knights of Columbus. Proceeds go towards youth and community service. (More details)

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AARP Driver Safety Class
Feb 7, 2009
Rochester Charter House, 211 Second St. N.W., Rochester, MN
4 hour refresher course for those that have already taken the 8 hour basic course. This course updates your driving skills and qualifies you for a 10 percent discount on your auto insurance. (More details)

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Celebrating Minnesota cheese
Feb 7, 2009
Ferndale Market, 31659 Co. 24 Blvd., Cannon Falls, MN
Representatives from three Minnesota cheese makers for sampling and short classes at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Wine experts from the Cannon River Winery will also be on-hand to assist with wine pairings. (More details)

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Otter feeding
Feb 7, 2009
Oxbow Park, 5731 Co. Rd. 105 N.W., Byron, Minn.
Come and watch the otters eat. Appropriate for all ages. (More details)

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Entertainment

Theater

Said and Meant
Feb 7, 2009
Rochester Elks Lodge , 1652 Hwy. 52 North Hillcrest Shopping Center Rochester, MN 55901 , Rochester, MN
"Said and Meant" by Randy Wyatt Fast-paced sketch comedy. Tickets are $13 in advance $15 at the door. Ask about group rates. (More details)

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Said and Meant
Feb 7, 2009
Rochester Elks Lodge 1091, 1652 Hwy. 52 North, Rochester, MN
A series of comedy sketches. Tickets $13 in advance, $15 at the door. (More details)

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"Godspell"
Feb 5, 2009 -Feb 8, 2009
La Crosse Community Theatre, 118 Fifth Ave. N., La Crosse, Wis.
Tickets: $20.50, $19.50. Ends Feb. 15. (More details)

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"Church Basement Ladies"
Feb 5, 2009 -Feb 8, 2009
Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave. S., Burnsville,
Starring William Christopher (Father Mulcahy of "MASH"). 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: $37 to $47. (More details)

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"Last Of The Red Hot Lovers"
Feb 5, 2009 -Feb 7, 2009
Marion Ross Performing Arts Center, 147 N. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN
Tickets: $14. Ends Feb. 14. (More details)

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Special Events

Poetry Night
Feb 7, 2009
Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave. N., Faribault,
Bring a favorite or original poem to share. Discussions on writing lyrics and poetry. (More details)

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Performances

Southern Fried Chicks
Feb 7, 2009
Sheldon Theatre, 443 W. Third St., Red Wing,
Tickets: $25 adults, $15 students. (More details)

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Music

Alison Brown Quartet
Feb 7, 2009
Center for Faith and Life, Luther College, Decorah, Iowa
Tickets: $21 adults, $19 senior citizens and students. (More details)

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Suzy Chaos
Feb 7, 2009
Back 9 Bar and Grill, 1801 Hwy. 52 S., Chatfield, MN

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Juke Box Heroes
Feb 7, 2009
Canadian Honker, 1201 Second St. S.W., Rochester, MN

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Tommy Rexx
Feb 6, 2009 -Feb 7, 2009
CJ's Midtown Lounge, 8 S. Broadway, Rochester, MN

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Dan Rengstorf and Barney Fox
Feb 7, 2009
Michaels Restaurant/Pappageorge Lounge, 15 S. Broadway, Rochester, MN

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Hoag Brothers
Feb 6, 2009 -Feb 7, 2009
Daniel's Restaurant, 504 S. Mantorville Ave., Kasson, MN

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Vusi Mahlasela
Feb 7, 2009
Ordway Center, 345 Washington St., St. Paul,
Tickets: $25, $20. (More details)

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Lehto & Wright
Feb 7, 2009
Oak Center General Store, U.S. 63, Oak Center,
Folk duo. Tickets: $15, patrons pay what they can afford with a minimum of $5, (More details)

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Claudia Schmidt
Feb 7, 2009
Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Ave., Zumbrota,
Tickets: $16 advance, $18 at the door. (More details)

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Minnesota Orchestra
Feb 5, 2009 -Feb 8, 2009
Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicolet Mall, Minneapolis,
11 a.m Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6 "Pathetique." Tickets: $21-$83. (More details)

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Kickback Productions DJ
Feb 7, 2009
St. Charles Moose Lodge, 166 W. 11th St., St. Charles,

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The Charmettes, Rhubarb Sisters
Feb 7, 2009
St. Mane Theatre, Lanesboro,
"Unlucky in Love" concert. Tickets: $12 members of Lanesboro Art council, $15 for non-members. (More details)

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Next to Nothing
Feb 7, 2009
McMurphy's Sports Cafe, 1201 Eastgate Dr. S.E., Rochester ,

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Rhino
Feb 7, 2009
North Star Bar, 503 N. Broadway, Rochester, MN

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Nick Danielson
Feb 7, 2009
Vintage Light Coffee and Tea House, 3456 East Circle Dr. N.E., Rochester, MN
Live music by Nick Danielson. Free and open to the public. (More details)

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Lost Faculties
Feb 6, 2009 -Feb 7, 2009
Pioneer Club, Wabasha,
Oldies. (More details)

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Ten Cent Biscuit
Feb 7, 2009
Kathy's Pub, 307 Broadway S., Rochester, MN
No cover. (More details)

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Wicked Sounds
Feb 7, 2009
Pine Island Sports Bar, 107 S. Main St., Pine Island, Minn.
No cover. (More details)

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Karaoke with the Music Medics
Feb 7, 2009
Rochester VFW, 16 Sixth Street S.W., Rochester , Mn.

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Mark Starey and the Whiskey Roses
Feb 7, 2009
Rookies Sports Bar & Grill, 1517 16th St. S.W., Rochester, MN

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Dancing

Valentine's Dance
Feb 7, 2009
Concordia Hall Ballroom, 1129 La Crosse St., La Crosse, Wis.
Admission is $5. Doors open at 7:30 pm. For information call 608-781-1582. (More details)

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Saturday Night Dance
Feb 7, 2009
Rochester Senior Center, 121 North Broadway, Rochester, MN
Live music by Leon Olsen, specializing in Old Time Music: waltz, two-step, schottische, fox trot, and more. Open to the public, admission is $8. Pot luck, bring a dish to pass. (More details)

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Blue Moon Mix
Feb 7, 2009
Blue Moon Ballroom, 2030 U.S. 14 East , Rochester, MN
Swing, Latin, soft rock, blues, ballroo music. Lesson 7:30 p.m.-8:15 p.m. Adults $8, youth $6. (More details)

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Comedy

Frank Caliendo
Feb 7, 2009
Treasure Island Resort & Casino, Sturgeon Lake Road, Red Wing,
Tickets: $70, $60, $50, $40. (More details)

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Claude Stewart, Steve Gillespie
Feb 6, 2009 -Feb 7, 2009
Goonie's Comedy Club, 7 Second St. S.W., Rochester, Minn.
Showtimes 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets: $12 advance, $15 at the door. (More details)

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Damien W. Green with Nathan Hall and Steve Rivas
Feb 7, 2009
Paramount Theatre, 125 Fourth Ave. N.E., Austin, MN
Stand up comedy of Damien W. Green, Out of My Idiot. (More details)

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Frank Caliendo
Feb 7, 2009
Treasure Island Resort & Casino, Sturgeon Lake Road, Red Wing,
Tickets: $70, $60, $50, $40. (More details)

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Art Exhibits

Black History Month display
Feb 2, 2009 -Feb 27, 2009
Downtown Campus - Mayo Building Lobby, Rochester, MN
Satellite displays at Harwick Cafeteria, Rochester Methodist Hospital employees cafeteria, St. Mary’s employees cafeteria, great hall, Mitchell student center. (More details)

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