TODAY
Crop for a Cause, VIP Scrapbook, TJ Maxx Plaza, 1300 Salem Road S.W., Rochester. 281-2031. 5 p.m. Benefit for Lisa Schutz of Rochester, who was in a coma for two months.
Holiday stroll, Red Wing, Main and Bush streets near St. James Hotel and Riverfront Center. 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Parade at 6 p.m., tree lighting at 6:45 p.m., followed by fireworks.
Booker Mini Foundation’s Circle of Giving, International Event Center, Rochester. 6 p.m. Nonprofit to help families dealing with life-threatening illness that jeopardize their financial security. Donations at the door. Music, auctions, bake sale, food.
Christmas lights drive through, Calmer Severson Farm, 21366 740th St., Hayfield, 5 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Animated display, 100,000+ lights synchronized to music. Donations accepted; proceeds go to Hayfield Community Ambulance.
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SATURDAY
Shoot for Charity Pool Tournament, Elks Lodge Hillcrest Shopping Center, Rochester. 282-6702. 10 a.m. Draw Scotch Doubles; entry fee is $10 per player. Sign-up starts at 9 am.
Free flea market and craft show, old Priebe horse stables, 2725 Marion Road S.E., Rochester. (507) 951-2373. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Christmas lights drive through, Calmer Severson Farm, 21366 740th St., Hayfield, 5 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Animated display, 100,000+ lights synchronized to music. Donations accepted; proceeds go to Hayfield Community Ambulance.
Midwest Pug Rescue Adoption Day, PetCo., 3430 55th St. N.W., Rochester. 288-1526. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Phil-Am Association toy drive/Christmas party, Resurrection Church, Rochester. 6 p.m. In conjunction with KTTC’s Toys for Tots. Drop off toys at the Christmas party. Bring a dish to pass: Last name A-P, bring a main dish; Q-Z bring dessert/salad. Bring a beverage. The association will provide rice, plates, silverware and coffee. Games, raffles, entertainment and Santa Claus.
Rochester Mosque open house, Masjed AbuBakar, 17 N. Broadway, Rochester. 358-0084. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Meet Muslims and ask questions about Islam. No appointment required. Refreshments. Event scheduled the last Saturday every month. For information, call 358-0084 or e-mail Rochester.Mosque@gmail.com.
Lourdes Baseball Comedy Night, Rochester International Event Center, 7333 Airport View Drive S.W., Rochester. 6:45 p.m. Headlined by comedian Jeff Gerbino. Tickets are $20 and available at Lourdes athletic office. Proceeds benefit Lourdes baseball program.
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SUNDAY
Chatfield Community Choir "It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year," Potter Auditorium, Chatfield. 3 p.m. Directed by Carmen Narveson, accompanied by Sherri Hareldson. Free.
Free indoor flea market and craft show, old Priebe horse stables , 2725 Marion Road S.E., Rochester. (507) 951-2373. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Christmas lights drive through, Calmer Severson Farm, 21366 740th St., Hayfield, 5 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Animated display, 100,000+ lights synchronized to music. Donations accepted; proceeds go to Hayfield Community Ambulance.
Pancake breakfast, American Legion, 108 First Ave. S.E., Pine Island. (507) 356-8991. 7 a.m.-noon. Adults $5; kids 8 and younger, $3. Proceeds donated to community programs.
Nature Sunday: Squirrel Neighbors, Quarry Hill Nature Center, 701 Silver Creek Road N.E., Rochester. 281-6114. 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $2, adults; $1, youths.
Night of Winter Spirit opening, Peace Plaza, downtown Rochester. 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. A small parade of lighted trees from the Festival of Trees at Mayo Civic Center.
Elvis Christmas Concert, Stewartville United Methodist Church, 900 John Wesley Ave. N.W., Stewartville. 533-4625. 2 p.m.-4 p.m. With award-winning Elvis tribute artist Brad Boice. Fundraiser for new church roof.
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Holiday Ice Skating with Tom the Turkey, Recreation Center, 21 Elton Hills Drive N.W., Rochester. 328-2500. 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Spring Valley Cancer Group "Love Lights a Tree," tourist information center, Spring Valley. 346-7739. 5 p.m. Luminaries $10 or three for $25.
MONDAY
Mayo High School PTSA — Parents: How to talk to your teens about alcohol, Mayo High School cafeteria, 1420 11th Ave. S.E., Rochester, 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Presenter: Kathleen Olson, U of M Extension family relations educator.
Harlem Globetrotters basketball clinic, Rochester Area Family Y, Rochester. 287-2260 ext. 314. 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Free and open to the public, all ages and skill levels. No registration is required. Discount ticket forms for the game Dec. 26 at Mayo Civic Center.
Christmas lights drive through, Calmer Severson Farm, 21366 740th St., Hayfield, 5 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Animated display, 100,000+ lights synchronized to music. Donations accepted; proceeds go to Hayfield Community Ambulance.
Pamper Me Social, Crown meeting room, 1408 Second St. S.W., Rochester. 285-3177. 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Foot baths, nail care, facials.
TUESDAY
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Breaking Ice, RCTC Hill Theatre, 851 30th Ave. S.E., Rochester. 202-3361. 7 p.m.-9 p.m. A World AIDS Day Celebration. A theatrical performance tailored to reflect our local obstacles with HIV and AIDS. There will be a brief discussion after the performance, followed by a candlelight vigil to honor those with HIV and AIDS.
First Tuesday Stamp Club, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 1212 12th Ave. N.W., Rochester. 6:30 p.m. Includes slide show "Confederate Stamps." For information, call John at 288-3913.
