TODAY
CLASP lecture series, Stark Auditorium, Winona State University, Winona. 7 p.m. "Effect of Agricultural Practices on Bird Populations" by Kim Chapman and "Bees in an Iron Cage: The Rationalization of American Apiculture" by Wes Miller. Free.
Naked Civics: Uncovering the Path to the Common Good, Rochester Golf and Country Club, 3100 Country Club Road W., Rochester. (651) 293-0575, extension 10. 5 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Citizens League member, public affairs executive and civic entrepreneur Nate Garvis uncovers the tools and designs that make communities tick.
Youth Commission, Whitewater/Cascade Room, 2100 Campus Drive S.E., Rochester. 4:30 p.m.
Olmsted County Youth Commission, 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
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THURSDAY
Paint your own Danish Ornament, the Nordic Shop, 111 S. Broadway, No. 202, Rochester. 285-9143. 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Ivar Ipsen, from Royal Copenhagen Porcelain, will be on hand to answer questions about how porcelain is painted by hand in the Danish factory. Free, open to the public.
Lutheran roundtable discussion, Rochester Public Library, 101 Second St. S.E., Rochester. 328-2300. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Discussion to provide resources and explore options for those opposed to ELCA’s recent decisions.
Auxiliary Christmas sale, Samaritan Bethany Home Chapel, 24 Eighth St. N.W., Rochester. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Proceeds benefit Samaritan Bethany residents.
Daughters of the American Revolution-Rochester Chapter program, History Center of Olmsted County, 1195 W. Circle Drive S.W., Rochester. 287-8713. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Jeff Daehn will present "History of Mayo Clinic Carillon Bells." Free.
Planning Advisory Commission, Government Center Board Room, 151 Fourth St. S.E., Rochester. 7:30 p.m.
FRIDAY
Minnesota Ice Hawks military appreciation weekend, Recreation Center, 7:05 p.m. Free admission will proper ID for current and retired military personnel. Stuffed animals will be sold for the stuffed animal toss, which takes place after the Ice Hawks’ first goal. Proceeds go to local military family readiness groups.
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Rummage sale, Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Ave. S.W., Rochester. (507) 282-9429. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. All proceeds go to support the Youth Mission Trip in 2010. Parking is on-street only; no phone calls.
Fundraiser dinner and silent auction, American Legion, Pine Island. 5 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Clothes dryer, Hummel figurine, theme baskets.
Auxiliary Christmas sale, Samaritan Bethany Home Chapel, 24 Eighth St. N.W., Rochester. 9 a.m.-noon. Proceeds benefit Samaritan Bethany residents.
Harvest Bazaar, Fairview Care Center, 702 10th Ave. N.W., Dodge Center. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Homemade sweet rolls; BBQ lunch, bars, beverages. Carryouts available; call 374-2578. Bake sale, homemade cards, crafts, new book sale and jewelry.
Hot Wax/Cool Art, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Ave., Zumbrota. (507) 732-7616. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Learn the basics of encaustic painting, which uses heated, pigmented beeswax.
Deer hunter supper, Bellechester Community Center, Bellechester. 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Everyone welcome, not just deer hunters. Turkey and ham with all the trimmings. Takeouts available. Adults, $10; ages 5-9, $5; under 5, free. Sponsored by B.C.C.A.
SATURDAY
Minnesota Ice Hawks military appreciation weekend, Recreation Center, 7:05 p.m. Free admission will proper ID for current and retired military personnel. Stuffed animals will be sold for the stuffed animal toss, which takes place after the Ice Hawks’ first goal. Proceeds go to local military family readiness groups.
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Rochester Jaycees NBA/WNBA Fit Challenge, YMCA-Third Floor, 709 First Ave. S.W., Rochester. 9 a.m.-noon. The challenge consists of five timed (30 seconds) fitness activities where the participant earns points: jump rope, wall pass, defense shuffle, speed revolution and line sprints. 9 a.m., registration; 9:30 a.m., challenge begins. This is a free event for girls and boys ages 14 and under. Must have parent or guardian permission.
Arts and craft market, VFW, Main Street, Zumbrota. (507) 732-7960. 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Adoration Holy Hour of Prayer, Church of the Resurrection, 1600 11th Ave. S.E., Rochester. 6:45 p.m.-7:45 p.m. To support those who are without work and encountering economic challenges.
Chili and chocolate cookoff, IBEW Hall, 9 80th St. S.E., Rochester. 288-7616. 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Cookoff and auction sponsored by DFL Senate districts 29 and 30. $10 per person or $25 per family. Questions, call 286-1061 or 421-2453.
Holiday craft show, 101 Third Ave. S.W., Kasson. (507) 635-5579. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Holiday craft show. Handpainted snowmen on ice skates, screens, windows, metal sleds. Crocheted doilies, ornaments, embroidered dish towels.
Homespun Fun Bazaar, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Pine Island. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Baked goods, crafts, demonstrations and sandwich/soup/pie lunch.
American Indian fall arts and crafts expo, 4H Building, Olmsted County Fairgrounds, Rochester. 367-2697. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. $2 door donation suggested. Craft classes for all ages. Face painting, dancing, handmade American Indian foods and crafts available for purchase.
Franciscan Festival of Art and Thanksgiving, Assisi Heights, 1001 14th St. N.W., Rochester. 282-7441. 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Tour of Assisi Heights and art sale, featuring art by nuns and cojourners.
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Hot Wax/Cool Art, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Ave., Zumbrota. (507) 732-7616. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Learn more about hot wax techniques, including image transfer, photo manipulation. Previous experience suggested.
Nature Toddlers: Animals and their Winter Clothes, Quarry Hill Nature Center, 701 Silver Creek Road N.E., Rochester . 281-6114. 11 a.m.-noon. For 2- and 3-year-olds. Storytime, art experience and outdoor exploration. Preregistration required. Fee: $8 ($6.40, Friends members).
Holiday event, United Methodist Church, St. Charles, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Morning coffee and bake sale, gift and craft items, attic treasures. Lunch at 11:15 a.m., turkey supreme, glazed carrots, salad, rolls, bars and beverage. Cost: $6, adults; $3, 12 and younger.
Craft sale, civic center, Stewartville. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Coffee and cinnamon rolls, 8 a.m. Sandwich lunch, 11:30 a.m. 20 vendors from three counties. Sponsored by Stewartville Senior Citizens.
Fall bazaar, Fontaine Towers, 102 Second St. S.E., Rochester. 361-1474. 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Rummage sale, furniture, crafts, baked goods, raffles. Breakfast and lunch available.
"Entr’Acte," local movie premiere and gala, Sheldon Theatre, Red Wing. Premiere at 6 p.m. Gala at 8 p.m. Locally filmed romantic comedy.
Bazaar, United Church, Mower County Road 8, Grand Meadow. 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Cookie walk, bake sale, crafts. Quilt raffle.
SUNDAY
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Medicine and Faith, Christ United Methodist Church, 400 Fifth Ave. S.W., Rochester. 289-4019. 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Drs. Ruth E. Johnson and Phil Quanbeck II will discuss how modern scientific medicine relates to faith and spirituality, drawing on their experience in Ghana.
Fundraiser, St. Paul Lutheran School, 128 Fillmore St., Chatfield. 867-3583. 5 p.m. Family fun night. Bingo, prizes, supper served, all ages welcome.
