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16 Le Sueur County Paranormal Soicety

40 Outdoor Adventures

6 SoMinn State of Mind

McConville recalls physical contact wuth spirit.

43 CD Review: Arlo Cristofaro

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You’re Scared? Deal with it.

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8 Haunted Tales of Southern Minnesota

What are the creepiest ghost stories in Southern Minnesota

12 Halloween Costumes, DIY Style

Nicholas David Mrozinski

Lost in Translation

From small clubs in St. Paul to the glitz of Hollywood, and back again.

20 Amy’s TV Crush

A look at “The Great Glass Jar”.

“Shot All To Hell”.

46 Devour: The Art of the Dinner Party Aahhh...the dreaded ‘dinner party’!

50 Madame MaxScene’s

The SoMinn’s most comprehensive calendar of things to be SCENE.

14 The Home of Halloween

Getting a Grip.

52 Book Review: Mark Lee Gardner

Enter the Buffyverse.

21 The TimeLine

The How To. Don’t Do, Where To Guide.

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s we head into October, please promise to do me a small favor.

Stop saying that you’re “scared”.

“But Maxscene! The future scares me! Speaking to a group of people scares me! My mom still scares me!”

No. First of all, the future is unknown. You could win the lottery in the future. Why be scared by that prospect?

Second, public speaking is a skill that has to be learned, or at least refined, by the vast majority of people. Do you know what else is a skill? Knitting. Are you going to tell me you’re scared of knitting? Join Toastmasters and get over it.

Finally, your mother shouldn’t scare you.

In fact, if she’s anything like my own sweet mama….she should terrify you.

My point here, darlings, is that the word ‘scare’ has become the adult excuse. We’ve come to believe that if we claim to be

petrified by a situation, we can avoid ever having to properly deal with it.

What’s the problem with that, you ask?

Let’s say a horribly deranged serial killer is chasing you.

Obviously, you’re scared.

You have to make it to your car parked 200 feet in front of you.

Do say to Mr. Deranged Killer “Hey man.

You know what? I’m really scared. Do you think you can just do me a solid and not kill me?”

No! You run! You run like a high school track star that’s racing to overcome adversity in an afterschool special.

Suddenly, with 100 feet left to go, you trip and fall. Do you stay down and say “Well…I’m still scared, so I’m just gonna have to throw in the towel on this one.”

Again-no! You get up and keep going until you make it to your car. …and then you drop your keys.

Luck is on your side, however, because

despite your lung-bursting sprint, the killer has been pursuing you at a leisurely walking pace. Even if he does decide to start running towards you, his creepy mask doesn’t allow for very good airflow or visibility. Plus, it’s hard to run properly when you have to lug a sledgehammer and a chainsaw. You’ve got plenty of time to pick up your keys, unlock your car, and get away.

But you’re still scared, aren’t you? Do you look down at your feet, shrug your shoulders, and start jogging towards the killer to let him know he’s beaten you because you’re scared?

HELL NO! You pick up those keys, get in that car and gun it until sunrise.

The lesson to be learned here is that “scared” doesn’t solve problems, it doesn’t make them go away and it doesn’t protect you.

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a course of action.

Be scared, but keep running away from the deranged killer.

Be scared, but ask that girl out.

Be scared, but stand up for yourself.

Be scared, but finally ride a rollercoaster.

Be scared, but live life anyway.

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hat is it about things that go bump in the night?

Why does that vision we see out of the corner of our eye make us stop and try to see it again? Why do we love walking past a graveyard at midnight?

Why do we enjoy being afraid?

We should probably make a distinction here. I’m not talking about foreboding, or the big worries in life having to do with health, loved ones and general insecurities. Those are legitimate, real things.

I’m talking about the things that probably don’t exist, but you wonder if they might. I’m talking about the thing that was in the really scary room in your grandma’s basement when you were a kid.

How did a creepy little dude like Alfred Hitchcock become a film legend? Stephen King is a bazillionaire! If that guy didn’t write some of the scariest books ever, he’d just be your weird english teacher from middle school.

I guess not everybody enjoys having their pants scared off, but you people are out there, and you know who you are. You’ll spend an entire afternoon watching a Ghost Adventures marathon on the Travel Channel, and then go find another couple episodes on YouTube when it’s over. You go up to the Cities at Halloween to go through the Soap Factory haunted house (the one that makes you sign a waiver before you can enter), and after it’s scared you so much you start to cry, you walk right back to the end of the line so you can go through again.

Is it simply just the adrenaline rush? That can be pretty good, but there are lot’s of ways to get the blood flowing. Is it that we like to laugh at ourselves when we get that silly realization that the

noise behind us is just a creaky floorboard, and not the person who died in this building 80 years ago?

I mean someone’s got this figured out. Look at how many Ghost Tour companies are out there across America. For $30 some two-bit actor will dress up in vintage clothing and walk or drive you around any major, and a ton of not-so-major, metropolitan areas, telling you the stories about strange and bizarre deaths and goings on. Some of these operations are incredibly hokey. But you know what? Nobody cares. We just want to know what John Dillinger does outside of the Biograph Theater in Chicago, 90 years after he was gunned down.

For some, it’s maybe even comforting. Sarah Hamann, a native of Wells, MN, put it to me like this: “I love actual haunted stuff! Its so fascinating because there is this feeling that something else is there. And I think for me it ties to what happens after we die. I love the idea of doing haunted tours or seeing ghosts. Like proof that some part of me is gonna live on in some form, y’know?”

For others, it’s about connecting with history.

“I love all the stories behind the ghosts,” said Peter Johnson of Winona. “History isn’t just all the good and normal things that happen. It’s the weird crazy [stuff], too. I like hearing about that guy who hung himself in the courthouse because he was about to get nailed for embezzling a ton of money.

And the fact that he’s still wandering around in there...I mean it’s like a cautionary tale, isn’t it?”

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this in the third paragraph.) Halloween, Friday the 13th, the Exorcist, Nightmare on Elm Street, The Omen? How creepy is it to sit in your living room with someone after you’ve finished watching the Amityville Horror, just waiting to hear the voices?

And how much fun was it to look at your girlfriend or your bff, to make sure they were as freaked out as you were when that girl climbed out of the well AND the TV in The Ring?

(And may I please interrupt this conversation to make an appeal? Can we lose this whole zombie fascination thing? Zombies break my heart. One second, the guy next to you is your best friend, and the next he wants to eat your brain. That’s not scary. It’s just sad.)

“I will never forget, when I was, like, 13, watching the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre in the middle of the day,” Hamann told me, “and my friend and I got so scared. It was awesome! I think there is some bonding element to it. You don’t sit and watch a horror movie or do scary things alone.

Its a shared adrenaline rush with your friends.”

Yeah, there’s a huge difference between feeling someone standing behind you when you know there’s nobody there, and two of you hearing a weird sound on the second story window, looking at each other going “what is that?” One will have you avoiding a certain chair for months, and the other will be a story you laugh about for years.

So why do we like to be scared? How should I know? We just do. So, go find an old abandoned building out in the woods, or go camp out in the graveyard, or go find that scary room in your grandma’s basement. Go sit there for ten minutes.

In the middle of the night. With no lights.

I dare you.

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onsider this part deux of last month’s column (which can be found archived online at www.southerminn.com/scene!). Further discussion of the art of the mix tape.

First of all, there’s the whole concept of a mix tape. I mean, if we’re going to be literal about the darn thing, tapes don’t even exist any more, do they? (And don’t even get me going about the reported pending demise of the CD....). Can we even call it a mix ‘tape’?

And then there’s all this (not-so) newfangled technology -- mp3s and ipods and playlist shuffle features have basically killed the concept of what a mix tape is all about.

Or, have they?

Fortunately, there’s still a lot of us old schoolers out there like myself who still value the *concept* of a mix tape. And last month I talked about two kinds of mix tapes -- first, the ones designed to simply share a sampling of favorite tunes du jour with a fellow music aficionado, or provide the soundtrack to a special event or activity.

It’s the other kind that I find myself thinking about a lot lately. The ones that someone has painstakingly poured their heart and soul into, whittling the song selection down bit by bit, crafting the flow of melody and mood from beginning to end. The kinds that are designed to express emotions otherwise perhaps too embarrassing or difficult or awkward to say.

What I’ve realized about the latter is that things can become kinda tricky, depending upon whether you’re the giver or the receiver. (Oh, my -- did I really just say that?!?).

Here’s the deal -- music may indeed be the ‘universal’ language, but its interpretations are infinitely varied. And often times what means something to one person, means something entirely different to another. (Or

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perhaps even has no meaning whatsoever).

Classic case in point, of course, is misinterpreted or misheard lyrics. In fact, it’s so prevalent a problem that there’s actually a word for it: ‘mondegreen,’ a term coined by writer Sylvia Wright in a 1954 essay, in which she recounted her misunderstanding of the line “and laid him on the green” from “The Bonnie Earl O’Murray” as “Lady Mondegreen.”

A guaranteed good laugh is the popular social media site, “Kiss This Guy” (www.kissthisguy.com). As in, “’Scuse me while I kiss this guy” (although we all know Jimi Hendrix was really singing “’Scuse me while I kiss the sky,” right?!?) A friend once told me she swore John Fogerty was singing “There’s a bathroom on the right” (rather than “There’s a bad moon on the rise”) and Foreigner’s “Urgent” was somehow “Sea Urchin” (seriously -- how did she come up with that one?!?). In junior high I was certain (and shocked!) that Christine McVie was singing “You screw me until the sun comes up” (yes, I did it again) instead of “You rule me until the sun comes up” (from Fleetwood Mac’s “Say You Love Me”). (For the record, I still sing it that way). And has there ever been a definitive consensus for Manfred Mann’s Earth Band’s “Blinded By the Light”? How many of us sing something like “wrapped up like a douche when you’re rollin’ in the night”??!!? (The actual line? “Blinded by the light, revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night.”)

Okay, those are the obvious misinterpretations. But my premise this month, the one that’s been needling away at me (and is much more challenging to put into context), is the idea of a mix tape designed to share one’s innermost thoughts and desires -- or a side of oneself perhaps more private and

I Fight, The Harder I Fight, The More I Love You.” Jason Isbell, Oct. 25, Varsity Theater, Minneapolis ‘Nuff said Charles Walker Band, Oct. 26, Upstairs Rueb, Northfield Back by popular demand, Charles Walker and the ever-so sexy Porsche Carmen (and their equally groovy band mates) return to the Upstairs Rueb for a night of funkalicious good times.

Based in Milwaukee, the band was awarded 2013’s Best R&B/ Soul Band by the Wisconsin Music Association (WMA). Not-to-bemissed!

Bernie King & the Guilty Pleasures appearing at Northfield’s Tavern Lounge Neko Case the cult favorite singer/ songwriter has come into her own with her new album. She appears at First Ave. in Minneapolis, October 16 & 17.

Neko Case, Oct. 16 & 17, First Avenue Mainroom, Minneapolis Highly anticipated two-night stint at First Ave, touring in support of her latest release “The Worse Things Get, The Harder

Bernie King & The Guilty Pleasures, Nov. 8, Tavern Lou Their debut self-titled CD is getting lots-o-spin on my radio show -- a tasty chowder of bluesy swing.

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complex than what the rest of the world sees. When you get a sampler from someone and they say, “I made this especially for you!” and you listen and you think, “What the what is happening here? Does (fill in blank) even ‘get’ me at all???” Or, worse yet, “Oh, my -- is [he/she] trying to ‘tell’ me something?” (and you’re thinking, if so, I don’t wanna know!) Don’t get me wrong -I’ve been on the “giving” side of this kind of mix -- as well as the receiving end -- and in either case, I still consider it a lovely gesture and a legitimate form of artistic expression.

But ultimately what’s been the monkey on my back is the fact that, we might pour ourselves into the creation of a mix tape, but there’s no guarantee that the recipient will ‘get’ what we’re saying. Maybe they will, but maybe they won’t. And maybe they will, but instead of being flattered, they’ll be totally creeped out.

I realize I’m over-thinking the whole concept of a mix tape. Perhaps I’ve been on the receiving end of a few too many that give me a bit of a nervous tic (musical stalking, shall we say?!?) Basically, this is my friendly reminder that music impacts us all in different ways and it’s good to keep that in mind when sharing something *special* with someone else.

A word to the wise -- music may be the ‘universal’ language, but those words and riffs that make you swoon are often lost in translation. So, when you pour your heart and soul (and blood, sweat and tears) into the creation of a mix tape, like any piece of original art, be prepared for the fact that your audience just might not ‘get’ what you’re trying to say. Or maybe they will, but then don’t be surprised if the response is not necessarily what you hoped for! ;)

Minnesota’s favorite honky tonk band Trailer Trash returns with their annual “Trashy Lil’ Xmas Show” -- a sassy evening of razzle dazzle guaranteed to make the grumpiest Grinch grin with glee.

What’s on my turntable these days:

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The Suburbs “Si Sauvage” -- it’s been 27 years since these veteran Minneapolis scenesters put out a release and “Si Sauvage” proves to be worth the wait -- harkening back to one of the greatest eras in the Twin Cities musical archives. The Suburbs remind us they still know how to rock (and they certainly enjoy a good party) and songs like “Turn The Radio On” and “Dumbass Kids” are guaranteed classics.

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John Grant “Queen of Denmark” (2010) and “Pale Green Ghosts” (2013) Admittedly I’m late to the party when it comes to this amazing talent but I’m glad I checked him out. Possessing a regal baritone as golden as molten caramel (yes, that sweet, salty and smooth), Grant shares his innermost thoughts and desires, both good and perhaps not-so much. He’s a bit of an uber-confessor (the perfect example of what I’m talking about in this month’s column -- dude shares just a tad too much!), but the lush orchestration and occasional foray into sarcasm and self-deprecation balances out what otherwise might seem a little too earnest.

Dammit, these albums make my heart swoon -- that’s how beautiful they are. But songs like “Chicken Bones” (from ‘Queen of Denmark’) and “GMF” (from ‘Pale Green Ghosts’) also make me want to laugh (perhaps not haha funny, but with bitter irony), shake my fist at the world, and go out and kick some a**. “Pale Green Ghosts” was just named a nominee for a 2013 Q Award, considered one of the biggest musical honors in Britain. Now the masses across the pond just need to jump on the John Grant train....

Also worth a listen: The Starfolk “The Starfolk” Volcano Choir “Repave”

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By RICH Larson editor@southernminnscene.com ow could we do a Halloween issue without some ghost stories?

Especially stories set in Southern Minnesota, where there are ghosts aplenty. There must be something about this place, that just makes it tough for people to leave, even after they’ve passed on. There are stories upon stories of haunted bars, restaurants, college dormitories, houses (of course), and sections of woods where people just don’t want to go.

Christopher S. Larsen is a published authority on the subject, having written a number of books including Ghosts of Southeastern Minnesota and Haunted Mantorville. Most of the people he’s spoken to are just regular folks with remarkable experiences.

“I’ve talked to people as normal as you and me telling some pretty scary stories,” he said. “You sit with them, and you know they believe the

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things they’re telling you.”

Some of these stories really are scary. In fact, they’re too scary. Not included in these tales is the story of the old haunted farm outside of Waseca which was host to one of the most gruesome unsolved murders in state history, or Sarah, who haunted the old Northfield middle school. There are dozens of stories about the old West Hills orphanage outside of Owatonna. There’s the story of poor six year old Anne Marie Twente, but you’ll have to go look her up for yourself.

The stories we present to you here are, for the most part, first person accounts. Like Larsen says, they come from everyday people who happen to have experienced something unexplainable. They just happen to have seen the creepy side of Southern Minnesota.

Mantorville, MN, population 1200, is an unassuming little town in Dodge County, about 25 miles due West of Owatonna, in the Zumbro River Valley.

The entire downtown area has been placed on the National Historic Register, and has been

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preserved just as it was 140 years ago. With that historic preservation come the inevitable ghost stories. Mantorville has a lot of ghost stories. It would seem that for every living person in Mantorville, there is at least one ghost.

Three of those ghosts, according to locals, reside in the Mantorville Opera House. The stately old theater was built in 1918 after a fire had wiped out a large section of the town, as a place for people to come together.

Over the years, the building has been used as a boarding house, a roller rink, the city hall, and a civic center. In the 1970’s, it was returned to its original use, and now houses the Mantorville Theater Company.

Melissa Ferris is full time wife and mother, who is also an artist, an occasional theater director and an amateur historian. She’s one of the authorities on Mantorville’s unearthly population.

“Two of the ghosts in the Opera House have names. We call the one in the basement Harold. It’s just a name someone gave him.

He’s actually gives off an oppressively mean spirited feeling. We try to leave him alone as much as we can.”

“I believe there’s another ghost in what would be the balcony area who doesn’t like bad music. He’s not very mean, but he becomes agitated if someone is playing the piano poorly on the stage, and bangs things around upstairs.” Ferris suspects he is a paino player who was very involved with the opera house in its earliest days.

And then there’s Ellen.

She’s what Ferris calls the “upstairs host ghost”, making herself known in the auditorium, the green room, and some of the backstage storage rooms. The name was given to her by one of the original theater troops who set up shop after the 70’s renovation. Evidently, after having become aware of a presence, they got out the trusted Ouija Board, and Ellen was the name they divined.

“The rumor is, Ellen’s looking for something, a piece of jewelry maybe. People will put down glasses, or jewelry and they’ll disappear, only to turn up somewhere else. There’s another rumor that she’s searching for her child, who died in an influenza epidemic.”

“She turns on lights, so she can look around. You’ll be the last person in the building, and you can be absolutely sure you shut off all the lights. Then as you’re driving across the bridge toward Mantorville, you’ll see one of the lights are on upstairs. She does it all the time.”

Rumor has it someone has even snapped a photo of Ellen sitting on one of the prop sofa’s owned by the theater company.

“We call it Ellen’s couch.”

Ferris’ strongest experience with Ellen came on the closing night of one of her first productions at the Opera House.

“We did a play called the Woman in Black.

It’s a two man show, with a third, unbilled, actress who plays the woman in Black. She goes unbilled so her appearance really freaks out the audience. Ellen became very attached to this play.”

“On the closing night, just outside of the stage door, one of the actors found a grey stray cat. He picked it up, and we were petting it when the cat looked sharply at the door, and then bolted out of his arms, ran

into the street, was hit by a car, and not seen again.”

“The performance that night was crazy. I was running the lights, which became increasingly difficult. Lights started going on and off on their own, some lights wouldn’t turn on when you moved the switch, others wouldn’t turn off.

There’s a strobe light used in the play, and it turned itself on all by itself. The board was useless.”

“I looked over at the director with my hands in the air, and he’s looking at me going ‘What’s happening?”

“Finally, the sound guy, who had been a part of a number of productions at the Opera House said ‘This is Ellen.’ I hadn’t heard of her yet, so he explained who she was to me.”

Pulling out of her parking spot that night to drive home, Ferris found that the stray cat had crawled under her car and died.

A few months later, the Opera House was visited by a paranormal investigator.

“While we were poking around in the empty theater we all heard, and there’s a recording of this, a cat meowing and a baby crying,” said Ferris.

Could Ellen have found her child and taken in a grey stray kitty, too?

Melissa Ferris conducts walking tour of all Mantorville’s haunted spots. For more information, visit www.melslittlecreatures.com

Terry Neumann is a tradesman and a mechanical engineer who grew up in the Bay Area of California. He and his wife Ginger owned and operated a bed & breakfast in Hawaii before deciding they needed to be back on the mainland. So, in 2005, they purchased Mrs. B’s Historic Lanesboro Inn, a 9 room B&B in a 130 year old building in tiny, picturesque Lanesboro, MN. “It was a derelict property when we bought it, in dire need of repair,” said Terry.

“There was a lot that needed to be repaired and remodeled.”

The first order of business was figuring out the electrical problems. A housekeeper who, as Neumann put it, “sort of came with the Inn,” told him that the lights in the hallway would constantly blow out. There would be a surge, the lights would glow extremely bright, and then burn out. This was happening constantly.

“So, I checked the sconces, but every single one of them was fine. The wiring was right – in fact it was relatively new – and there was no reason for it to be happening.”

With nothing to repair, Neumann replaced the fixtures and the bulbs.

“The next day, the same thing started happening again.”

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Figuring he had missed something, but under a tight schedule, Neumann removed the sconces and capped them, intending to return to them when he could investigate the situation more thoroughly.

“So, that was right after we moved in,” he said.

“It wasn’t until the fall that I realized we had ghosts.”

The Inn had closed to guests for the season, and Neumann had set about the task of remodeling the bedrooms.

“I was working in Room 1. I had all my tools laid out on the floor, and went into the bathroom to get that ready. I came back out to grab my tools, but half of them were gone.”

He asked Ginger if she knew where they were, checked his tool boxes in the cellar, checked his truck.

Nothing.

Reluctantly, he came to the conclusion that he had misplaced them. He even drove into Rochester to buy new ones.

“Three days later, I walked into Room 2, and there were my tools, laid out on the floor.”

Nobody had been in Room 2. Neumann had the key.

“That’s when I started to figure something was messing with me.”

He started noticing other weird things, too.

“I always make sure all the lights are off in all the rooms. I’m a business owner, and I need to keep my costs down wherever I can.

If nobody is in a room, the lights are off.”

Yet, every time he’d look into the window of Room 1, the light would be on. “I’d go inside, go upstairs, shut the light off, come back downstairs, go outside, look in the window, and the light would be on.”

It was in Room 3 when things started to get really interesting.

“I had finished up the work on the light sconces, and I asked Ginger to come in to take a look. We were standing there watching

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The light on the opposite side of the room had suddenly switched itself on.

“We got out of there immediately,” he said, laughing.

But what happened next wouldn’t be quite so laughabale.

The very next day, Ginger was in the laundry room.

“She was standing by the laundry tubs, and from the doorway in walked this big shadowy figure. He was about 6’4”, wearing a long dark coat, and a hat. He walked right passed her, into the bathroom.

“And then he disappeared.”

They hadn’t told anybody about the disturbances up to this point, but a 6’4” apparition was tough to ignore, so they started asking around town about the history of the building.

“And it was like everyone in town looked at us, and said ‘So, you finally figured out you have ghosts’!”

The housekeeper even approached Ginger and said “You saw him?”

“Who?”, asked Ginger.

“The man in the coat. I see him all the time. I just didn’t want you to think I was crazy.”

Neumann was contacted by the After Hours Paranormal team, based in Southern Minnesota. After their investigation, Neumann said they had a lot to tell him.

“They said there was more spirit activity in this building than at the Myrtle’s Plantation in Louisiana,” which bills itself as one of the most haunted houses in America.

As it turns out, the building that houses Mrs. B’s had been the original furniture store in Lanesboro, and the upstairs had housed the offices of Dr. David Powell for seven years.

“This was a mill town,” said Neumann. “Industrial accidents were common. We figure more

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than a few people died on Doc Powell’s operating table while he was here.”

Doc Powell was also a close friend of the legendary character Buffalo Bill Cody. Legend has it that one night over a couple bottles of whiskey, Buffalo Bill’s Wild, Wild West show was conceived in Room 1. Some have speculated that the apparition is Buffalo Bill himself. Others say the man fits Doc Powell’s description.

Neummann,won’t speculate.

“I don’t know who they are, but they’re here. In fact, I’m downstairs by our checkout desk, which is adjacent to the kitchen.

I’m the only one here, but right now there are pots and pans banging around back there.”

Mrs. B’s Historic Lanesboro Inn is located at 101 Parkway Ave. N in Lanesboro. They are open for guests from April through October.

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Greg Kneser is the Vice President for Student Life at St. Olaf College in Northfield. He’s also the unofficial keeper of the St. Olaf Ghost File. Having been there since 1989, he’s collected a lot of stories, and heard even more. From time to time, he’ll be invited to tell some of his favorite stories at one of the dorms, and every Halloween night, he leads a tour around campus talking about some of the various sightings and unexplained phenomena that have occurred over the years. This particular story is from about ten years ago, told to you as he recounted it to Scene....

I was giving one of my ghost story talks in Melby Hall. While I was talking, this woman came in and just sat in the back of the room.

At the end of the story, she asked if she could talk to me.

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“Is the library haunted?”

“Y’know, I’ve never heard a story from there. Why? Did something happen?”

Two weeks before, she had gone to the library looking for some friends. The way the library is set up, you enter on the third floor. Her friends would always go down to the second floor, and there was an area over to the left where they would study. She walks in the librabry, like 11:00 at night, heads for the center stairwell, and goes down one flight, to the second floor landing.

Down on the landing, there was an old woman standing at a book return cart. She said the woman just looked out of place. Like, there was something not right about the way she was dressed; like from the 50’s. She looked like a normal person, just dressed oddly. She said the woman didn’t look like anyone she’d ever seen before, that she had a very unique look. She was standing at the cart, re-arranging the books and mumbling to herself. She looked annoyed, and was very pre-occupied with getting these books in order.

The student said to this lady “Can I help you?”

The woman kind of looked up from the cart, mumbled something she couldn’t understand, shook her head no, and went back to re-arranging the books.

She exited the stairwell, and went down the next flight of stairs to find her friends on the second floor.

Now, at St. Olaf College, if you work there for 25 or 30 years, they hang a portrait of you in the library when you die. It’s a nice gesture. If you give your career to St. Olaf, they hang your portrait to remember you forever. So she made the left, and as she was walking, she was approaching a picture. And as she got closer, she realized the portrait is of the lady she just saw in the stairwell. She turned around, went right back to the stairwell, and the woman was gone. Cart was there, woman was gone.

I said, “Well, it doesn’t sound that strange.”

She said “You go look at that picture. She doesn’t look like anyone else. I’m telling you, it was her.”

So, the next morning I go talk to the librarian, and I say “Hey, is your library haunted?” He says “The library is not haunted.”

I said, “Well, I have a story, man.”

So we go down and look at the picture, and, it’s true, she’s a unique looking woman. Her name was Charlotte Jacobsen.

She was a librarian and an english professor from 1938 to 1974. Worked at the college for a heck of a long time. Died in ‘92, so this was twelve years after she died.

I look at the picture and I said “this is the woman that student saw.”

The librarian said, “No this is not right. It’s not true. I’ve never heard that before. Charlotte Jacobsen is not haunting the library.”

Well, there were people working in the Library who had known her. I said “Let’s go find one of them.”

So we call down, and it’s kind of funny because I know who we talked to, but there are dozens of people now who claim to be the person we found.

So, I’m telling this person the story, and her eyes got really wide, and she covered her mouth and said “Oh my God.” “What?”

“Greg, that’s what Charlotte did.”

And I said “I don’t understand.

What are you talking about?”

Charlotte retired in 1974, and died in 1992. But she’d never married, and she didn’t have any children or family. St. Olaf was her life. so, when she retired, nothing changed. Charlotte kept coming to work. She volunteered, she would help out, she’d have lunch up here, she’d go have coffee, she would read. She was just always there.

But the other thing she did was walk through the stacks, and would just get annoyed that the student library workers wouldn’t get the books in the right order when they put them back on the shelves. So, she would walk through the stacks, and re-order the books so they were in the right order, and she would mumble while she was doing it. She was so upset that they couldn’t master the Dewey Decimal system, she would just be annoyed, and students would see her and wonder who the mean old mumbling lady was.

So, she finishes telling me this, and looks at me and says “Do you understand what I’m saying?”

“Greg, that girl saw Charlotte.”

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This isn’t so much a ghost story as it is a creepy curiosity that has inspired countless legends.

There is a house in Janesville, MN. It’s one of those old Victorians that looks beautiful in the daylight and haunted like crazy at night.

Except this one was pretty creepy during the day, too.

In a tiny attic window, there sat for decades, a doll. A plain white, no frills doll. Staring out the window, day after day. Never moving (except maybe it did...?). Watching over Old Highway 14. It was always there, blank faced and emotionless.

The owner of the house, Mr. Ward Wendt, would never disclose why it was there. So, naturally, tales of its origin sprouted up like grass on the prairie.

There’s the story of a little girl who loved her doll so much that she would never put it down. She and the doll were inseparable. One day the girl was playing in her yard and went chasing after a ball that had rolled out onto Highway 14. Tragically, the doll she was holding blocked her view of the car coming down the highway that struck and killed her. Her grief stricken parents hung the doll in the window as a reminder for drivers to watch out for children in the streets.

Another talks about a young boy who hanged himself in the attic, the doll placed in the window as a memorial.

Yet another has it that a couple left on a long vacation, entrusting the care of their daughter to a friend of the family. However, this friend had always secretly despised the girl – there are a million different versions of why – and locked her in the attic. When the parents arrived home they found the girl dead, sitting in a chair, looking out the window, watching for her parents to come home and save her. The mother sat the doll in the little girl’s chair and left it there to call attention to the plight of child abuse and neglect.

Not to be outdone, still one more legend says that the doll was actually a demon that disguised itself, and placed a curse on all who stared at it for too long.

Whatever the reason was, Mr. Wendt refused to tell the story. In 1976, however, he did write it down and placed it in a time capsule during Janesville’s 4th of July Bicentennial celebration. The capsule is scheduled to be opened on July 4th, 2176.

Mr. Wendt passed away in 2012, never

telling a soul what the doll’s meaning was. It was removed from the attic shortly after his death, and eventually found its way to the Janesville Public Library, where, according to Librarian Nicole Krienke, it sits “in the window looking out onto the corner of Main Street and 2nd Street.”

Filmmaker Dan Kettler made a short documentary about the doll, entitled The Janesville Baby. You can find it on YouTube, and we’ve provided a link to it from this story on SouthernMinnScene.com.

Do you believe yet? Are you reading this alone and suddenly wondering if you feel something behind you? Are you turning the light off in your bedroom and jumping under the covers because something may or may not be there? Are you wondering how true all this is?

“The bottom line,” said Larsen, “is you can choose to believe the stories or not. But you’re never going to know if they’re true until you experience it yourself.”

He’s right. You can choose to believe that there’s no ghostly librarian at St. Olaf, or that there was just a weird power surge that night in Mantorville, and all of this is just a bunch of hooey.

Just remember, we haven’t even begun to understand how the universe works. Maybe there are portals, and psychic echoes.

Maybe that creak you here behind you isn’t a loose floor board.

You can reach Rich Larson at editor@ southernminnscene.com.

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With just a green shirt, a little stubble, and corduroy pants her base guitarist became Shaggy. Fred, who ne day a year we get to banged on the drums all night, was live vicariously and take just as easy to create with the right pair on another persona. of blue pants, a white polo, and the An executive director signature orange scarf tied around his can solve mysteries; a neck. senator can be super hero and his Turning her macho second guitarist wife a Christmas tree all on Hallowinto nerdy girl Velma created a little een. Each Halloween days, weeks and more of a challenge. Finding an orange even months in advance creative and sweater and knee high socks wasn’t dedicated halloweeners go to work to to bad, but the right red pleated skirt create the flawless costume. took going through a few thrift store Angela Storch is the former lead racks. Once the skirt was found, the singer of the Outtakes and Circles to hair, glasses, and little red bow created Squares. In her time on the stage, she the perfect Velma rocker. has spent many late nights stitching, Mystery Inc. would not be Mystery gluing, and stapling fabric, gems, and Inc. without Scooby-Doo of course. leaves. All in the goal to create the This role landed on the lead guitars perfect Halloween costume. of the group. With the right brown “It is all about the little details,” said sweat suit, some well painted spots, Storch, who is currently the Executive and a blue collar Scooby-doo himself Director at the American Red Cross appeared where the lead guitarist serving Rice, Le Sueur, and Waseca stood up stage. Storch made Scoobycounties. “I can buy the fabric and Doo’s tag by simple printing it off and paint for a fraction of the price of a laminated it with some tape. store bought costume, and they look Finally the role of Daphne fell on so much cuter!”

Storch herself. She sewed a simple pur The trend to create a unique cosple dress; spray painted a pair sky-high tume verse buying one has grown over platform boots to match, and topped the years according to Luis Berocay, it off with a red wig and a headband Owner of Halloween Express in she found on clearance. In all the cosMaplewood, Minnesota. He has seen tume cost her about $27.74 including more companies selling pieces and less thread and puff paint. The bonus of whole costume walking out the door. her DIY costume is she has used every “People want to be a little more part, besides the wig, again.

Larson unique, even if they By buyRICH something “The wig was destroyed by the end editor@southernminnscene.com they want to add a twist to it,” said of the night, so if folks plan to use their Berocay, who has been in the costume wigs more than once, it’s worth the business for 20 years. investment to purchase high quality,” So what goes into the do it yourself said Storch of her $10 wig.

(DIY) costume? According to Storch, it If hopping from thrift store to thrift is all about taking an idea and running store is not your thing, you can follow with it. The best places to start are Minnesota State Senator Kevin Dahle’s thrift shops and Goodwill stores, where plan of using what you have around a little creative thinking can get you a the house. During his college days, large percentage of your costume for Dahle created his own costume of a a small portion of the price of a store made up super hero know as “Foil bought one.

Man.” For Halloween 2009 Storch “I was in college trying to be convinced her all male band, Circles creative and save money,” said Dahle, to Squares, to dress up as Mystery who created Foil Man while he attendIncorporated from the Scooby-Doo ed the University of Northern Iowa. show for their first Halloween gig. This Dahle started with a simple idea; included talking her male guitarist into he wanted to be a super hero. The being nerdy girl Velma. only problem his he didn’t have a lot

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of many and couldn’t really sew. So he worked with what he did have: a football helmet, a pair of long johns, and some tin foil.

He was underway with a football helmet covered in tin foil and topped off with a car hood ornament. Dahle than created a green flowing cap from the window curtains. Finally he donned his red long johns added some tin foil of course, and finished it off some foil covered boots.

Dahle ended up winning a few costumes contest over the years with Foil Man, and still has him hanging somewhere in the back of a closet.

“Not an avid costume maker, but that one worked pretty well,” bragged Dahl. “I did lose the hood ornament at some point and replaced it with a giant scale I found at an antique store though.”

Now what is the point of all that work if no one sees it? Most local bars have Halloween parties, costumes contest, and some form of music; whether it is a DJ or live band.

According to Renee Wunderlich, head bartender at Spikes in Faribault, you don’t need to have the wildest or most unique costume to win the big prize at parties.

“They have more of a chance to win when they are homemade I think,” said Wunderlich who has been a bartender for 14years, “but they most importantly have to win the crowd.”

The crowd votes at the majority of costume contests. Storch, who has judged a few costume contests, has noticed that more often than not it is the person or group who has been at the bar all night and stayed in character the entire time that takes the cake.

Before you go out be sure you can tolerate your costume all night, some tips from the American Red Cross for kids also apply to adults. Be sure to try your costume on before heading out. Can you see, walk, and go to the bathroom?

Most importantly though, “…try to make it your own personality,” advises Dahle. “Have a lot of fun not only creating it, but thinking of it; just have fun.”

Foil Man has spoken. Happy creating!

Elizabeth Jacobs is a freelance writer. Contact her at editor@southernminnscene.com

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he creek of the floorboards. The blinding darkness that makes you feel for the walls to help guide you.

The moans and groans of someone - or something - coming from the basement are following you. The hair on the back of your neck is on high alert, and you just want to get out; this was a bad idea. You turn the corner, and there you encounter what you knew was coming, but it’s still enough to make you do everything in your power not to make a mess in your pants. It is a crazed butcher who is laughing, with a cleaver, making a lasso out of someone’s intestine. You run down the

dark steps and down the final hallway past the headless clown, vampire feast, and the doctor who obviously broke the Hippocratic Oath. You finally reach outside and all you can do is laugh at how frightened you were, and now you find yourself wanting to go back in.

It’s that time of year again haunted house goers! This year, there are plenty of places you can find in the southern Minnesota area to feed your need for a good fright.

Fright at the Farm One of this year’s bloodcurdling attractions is the Rochester Horror Presents:

Walk this way, please...

“Fright at the Farm” at the George Stopple farmstead located within the History Center of Olmstead County in Rochester. “Fright at the Farm” is in its third year and was created by Ted “Draco” Galaty. Rochester Horror was born when Draco, who is a local actor and producer, started scaring people in need for a fright when he transformed his old Tudor house into “Horror on Colonial Lane” in time for the Halloween season.

“It got to a point where I was attracting too many people, and due to regulations I had to move it out of my home. So, the relationship was built between Rochester Horror and the History Center of Olmstead County.”

Draco, now in his third year at the History Center, recreated the historic Stopple farmstead as his setting for the haunted attraction. The patrons’ favorite scene features a crazed butcher in an old smokehouse. Along your path you will encounter a cemetery with a haunted hearse, the haunted barn, a spiders’ den, a witch’s lair, the headless horseman stables, clown town, and the “Maze of Terror.” If you are lucky, Draco may even be your tour guide for the evening. Draco utilizes between 30-50 volunteers each night to put on the production of “Fright at the Farm.” If you are interested in volunteering, please email galatyt@yahoo. com.

I tried to get some privy information about what to expect this year at the History Center, but all I could get out of Draco was “Terror and horror.” Draco did give me some tidbits, such as the Zombie Express Bus. That is one mode of transportation you might not want to try! What Draco really wants is to “Incorporate some of the ideas

from horror movies. I like to make it a game where you have to choose the right answers to get through something. It is a place to challenge your mind as well.”

Fright at the Farm starts on October 10th and runs through November 2nd. Guided tours through the attraction begin at 7:00 PM and end at 11:00 PM each night. This is not recommended for children, however, there are family friendly presentations listed on the website www.rochesterhorror.com.

Portions of the proceeds go the History Center of Olmstead County and Brighter Tomorrows, An Outreach to Families Touched

by Childhood Cancer.

Support Our Troops Haunted House What started out as a Halloween party that just consisted of family and friends on a family farm for a son who was heading off to Iraq, has turned into a ninety volunteer operation at the Farmington 4H Building at the Dakota County Fairgrounds that supports the troops. This was made possible by Germaine Beyl, who now has two sons in the armed forces.

Germaine likes to describe her haunted house as, “tastefully scary”, where there is an annual theme that accompanies the scares. “One year we had a ‘Bloody Mary’ theme and also a ‘Haunted House Realty’ theme. This year it is the ‘Farmington Fright’ theme where we will have a maze full of surprises.”

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terrors will be playing on people’s everyday fears of what is exactly under the bed or lurking in the closet. “Our volunteers try to make our guests think if the scene is actually real or not.” Stated Germaine. At the haunted house, there is also face painting, food and entertainment, and stilt walkers. When you are going through the maze, you are totally on your own! And if you’ve known Germaine long enough, chances are that you’ve been involved with the haunted house. Volunteers from cheerleading groups, Farmington High School Royalty, civic and business groups, and from the 4H all participate in the fright.

What is really important about this is the $5.00 donation customers pay that goes to the troops.

These donations affect any soldier that has been deployed in forms of gift and treat packages that are sent to the Armed Forces Service Center, purchases of Easy-Up shade shelters through the help of Thrivent Financial, welcome home and Christmas dinners, parties for military units, and donations

for family readiness groups which include Warrior to Citizen. The haunted house is also a sponsor in the Wounded Warrior Golf Tournament.

The Support Our Troops Haunted House is a one weekend only shot on October 3rd-5th! So make sure you check it out! The haunted house is family friendly, though not necessarily recommended for children under seven years old. For more information, you can visit www.supportourtroopshh.com.

Scream Town One of the largest, scariest haunts in Minnesota is Scream Town, located right in Chaska. In this wonderland of hell, you are left to your own devices to get through 400,000 square feet of fear. Scream Town also has over 90 permanent actors on site that love what they do.

There are six attractions in Scream Town which include Redneck Resort; where I’m sure these

hillbillies will be none too pleased to see you. At the Oak Blood Forest, it is incredibly difficult to find your way out, and the Blood family will be looking for you. If you make it out of the forest, it may be time to commit you to the Circus Asylum and spend some time with the original insane clown posse in a 7,000 square feet maze. Once out of the asylum, you may have to enter the secret backwoods of Abandoned. In these woods, you will have to sign a waiver, as these fiends and beasts actually can come out and grab you!

New attractions this year include Meltdown at Sector 666; where you will have to find your way through a nuclear power plant that is about to blow, and Farmer’s Revenge; where a local farmer has had enough with life, and is looking to take it out on someone else.

Scream Town is a family oriented environment as it is an alcohol-free zone. However, this place is not recommended for children under ten. Scream Town starts on weekends on October 4th, and ends on the weekend of

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So if you need your fix for a fright, these attractions will surely be able to send a tingle up your

spine! Just make sure you come prepared to face the evil that will be prowling!

Blair Clinton is a freelance writer. Contact him at editor@southernminnscene.com

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Le Sueur County Paranormal Society investigates the

McConville recalls physical contact with spirit

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Dan McConville shows how his tools work to identify abnormalities. Though he uses different tools, he said the body is the most useful one, as ghosts react to the living.

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ometimes there are things that happen that go unexplained, a door slamming shut, the sound of footsteps in an empty house or the eerie feeling that someone is watching you, but the Le Sueur County Paranormal Society aims to find the answers.

“I want to help people understand, and tell them they’re not crazy,” said Dan McConville, founder of the society. “There is another world out there. There is more to us than what we see.”

McConville founded the society about five years ago, but he has been learning about the paranormal his entire life. He grew up around the supernatural, as his aunt and

grandmother were psychics. McConville said he would be talking to them when all of the sudden, they would hear conversations with someone else.

McConville has spent his time and resources investigating ghostly encounters with people. When he gets a tip, he sets up an interview with the person. He offers his services for free, because he is looking for answers, not money.

“I have had so many personal experiences, I just want to help find answers,” said McConville. “If it’s not volunteer, the group is not credible. If the group asks for money, they are just there to get a thrill.”

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he interviews a person. When there are too may details, it usually isn’t a ghost.

“When they say it always happens on Friday, at a certain time, when the moon is full, and there are no clouds, it’s not real,” said McConville.

After the interview, McConville moves on to the actual investigation, which is different every time. Sometimes it only takes an hour to find the cause, and other times it can take an entire night. He said that about half the times it turns out to be something simple, like an animal making the noises, but other times it can be unnatural.

One of the times that McConville made contact with a ghost, was when he was investigating the spirit of an elderly woman.

He was walking down an empty hallway and kept getting pinched by something behind him.

“It was supposedly the ghost of an older woman, and she kept pinching me,” he said. “I kept telling her to knock it off and she kept doing it. She was trying to get my attention.”

McConville said that two types of hauntings are the most common — residual haunting and poltergeist. In residual haunting, there is not much you can do, as it will happen no matter what. It is often innocent behavior though, such as the sound of footsteps or the shutting of a door. The poltergeist haunting can be referred to as a noisy ghost, or one that moves items around.

McConville said the other two types of hauntings are less likely to happen. Intelligent haunting is where the spirit interacts with a person. Someone can ask questions of the ghost and it will respond with an action.

The last type of haunting is demonic, and is the most dangerous. When it is demonic, people can be hurt and the spirit can follow them home.

There are a few notable sites in Le Sueur County that have been linked to hauntings.

One of the notorious hauntings is believed to be linked to the Montgomery National Golf Course. According to Minnesota Ghosts, the spirit of a former farmer that lived on the land before the golf course can be seen at various spots on the course, wear-

ing a hat and overalls.

Another reported haunted location is in the city of Le Sueur. According to the Minnesota Paranormal Investigators Group, an area south of town known as Old Brewery Hill is haunted. There have been reports that the man who once owned a brewery on the hill walks around the area holding his lantern.

“Apparently, the hermit who lived in the cave had died long ago, but someone was seen leaving the place at night and walking along the railroad tracks! A brakeman aboard a passing train reported that one night, the train was forced to stop because of someone carrying a lantern along the tracks. When the brakeman got down from the train to remove the man from the path

of the train, there was no one there. The engineer and several workers on the train all swore that they had seen a red lantern.” according to the Minnesota Paranormal Investigators website.

McConville said that more people are beginning to, if not believe in them, at least talk about the possibility of ghosts. He said that even though the topic is becoming more acceptable, it can still be a scary though for some.

“A lot of times it’s scary,” said McConville.

“It’s the paranormal, that means it’s not normal.”

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The Continuing Journey of

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T Mrozinski performed before a loving, enthusiastic crowd at the Big Wu Family Reunion in August.

From small clubs in St. Paul to the glitz and glammer of Hollywood, and back again, Nicholas David maintains his spiritual core.

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Our new friend has no idea how common that sentiment is.

rying to find a place to have a nice quiet conversation in the midst of an outdoor music festival is as difficult as it sounds.

Especially when the guy you want to talk to has just played a spectacular set in front of about 500 adoring fans in the sweet sunshine of a late summer Saturday afternoon.

But that is the situation confronting Nicholas David Mrozinski and me. Here we are at the Big Wu Family Reunion, the happiest, most festive annual gathering of hippies in Southern Minnesota, and, man, we just want to rap. After wandering around for a couple minutes, he suggests we sit down on the ground, just in front of the backstage entrance. Which, because it’s surrounded by vans and tents, turns out to be the perfect spot.

There’s a security guard, just doing his job, who questions whether or not we should be sitting there.

“No, it’s okay,”says Nick, “we’re just doing an interview.”

The guard, misunderstanding the nature of our visit looks at me and asks “Are you the boss?”

“Not even close.” I answer.

“Well, give him the job anyway.

He looks like a cool dude.”

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Nicholas David Mrozinski (the Mrozinski has seemed optional, but one gets the feeling he’d like us to use it), has been on a very rare ride for about 18 months. Most of you know the story: singer/songwriter from St. Paul is chosen be a part of the blind auditions on NBC’s hit series The Voice. Looking nothing like your typical 21st century pop star, he joins team Cee Lo, and becomes the surprise hit of the show.

America responded to his brand of stirred up electrified soul, with love and enthusiasm. Mrozinski survived cut after cut, finally finishing in third place.

So what happens when the cameras are off, the confetti has settled, and Cee Lo Green and Carson Daly have gone home? Nick Mrozinski just keeps going.

“There’ve been many adventures and so many twists and turns,” he says. “It’s been great. This summer has been so busy. We’re doing charity stuff, non-profit stuff, family stuff, recording stuff, some rock shows here and there, but you know it’s been more getting ready for the fall tour.”

Starting October 4th, he and his band, the Feelin’ Band, are joining

the Avett Brothers on tour for a couple weeks. Prior to that he’ll be playing a series of showcase events, beginning with a stop at the famed El Rey Theater on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles. Later in December, he’ll play a two night stand at the Paramount Theater in St. Cloud, preparing for another two night stand, December 27-28th at First Ave in Minneapolis (Mrozinski played a sold out two night stand at First Ave in May to rave reviews).

He’s also recording a new album.

We live in the age of the instant celebrity. The 15 minutes of fame Andy Warhol predicted for all of us seems more like a strong possibility than an idiosyncratic observation.

Reality TV can make someone famous. What they do with that fame is up to them.

Mrozinski intends to strike while the iron is hot, but on his own terms and in his own way. He looks at everything that has come his way with as much thought and reflection as he can muster. “(Earlier this year) we put out an EP that went straight to digital, it went really well. It sat at number one on the alternative charts for a couple weeks, and got all the way to number two on the top albums...and it got the attention of some big record companies, so we’re entertaining some offers.”

With so much debate these days on the value of being with a big re-

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cord company, is he interested in signing on with a major label?

“Yes and no. As with anything I consider all of it a gift and an opportunity and I like to consider all options as opposed to just being completely closed off, because then I won’t know anything about it and I won’t learn. So, it was really wild to go back to LA and meet with them. So, on one hand I kind of already am doing it all on my own, and have been and will do it on my own, regardless.”

A gift. A blessing. An adventure. A lesson. Mrozinski frequently sprinkles these words into our conversation. This is a very spiritual man. He feels everything happening in his life is part of a bigger plan, but he’s certainly enjoying the ride. It’s through that outlook that has allowed him to maintain a grounded sense of who he is. He’s not taking any of his good fortune for granted.

“Through prayer, through meditation, through reflection, through sobriety, through working out, through spending time with my kids...I just try to keep it today to today, right now to right now.”

“The truth is, I feel so very blessed,” he continues. “I’ve really tried to stay present to the adventure and the moment. I don’t know how else to deal with it. Because if I start to think about it and get in my head about it, I start thinking, man, I’m doing this, this, this and this, and going here and there, and here and there. Starting here at the Reunion, I’m busy through January and if I look at it like this to January, I’ll throw up everywhere.”

That kind of focus comes through his faith, which becomes more and more apparent as we talk.

“Whatever you call it, y’know God, Goddess, spirit, science, whatever it is to you, I have a living relationship with that, and I’ve been asking for that grace to have my spirituality and my beliefs kind of mix with all of it, and that’s what’s happening.”

Before the Voice, Nick “The Feelin’” Mrozinski was starting to make some waves in the Twin Cities music scene. (“The gigs were changing,” he says.

“There was definitely an upward movement.”) Was he ever concerned that he would face a backlash to his sudden stardom?

“Maybe there’s been some backlash, but, I mean, of course I care what people think of me, but I really don’t. Because, I’m going to do what I’m going to do. I’m going to play what I play. And if people like that, that’s just really awesome. I feel like the reason I came to Earth was to play music and share music. Without trying to sound (arrogant), I feel like I was made for this. People come up to me and it’s almost like ‘Oh, I’m sorry I’m asking for your autograph or for your photo’ or whatever, and I’m like ‘Listen I love this stuff. I love it.’ People are like ‘can I get a picture with you?’ Yes. ‘Can my sister get a picture with you?’ Yes. I’m just giving back love that’s already been given to me.”

He’s very grateful to the people at the Voice for giving him the opportunity.

“I call it the best music school of my life,” he says. And even after his time on the show was over he was feeling the love and gratitude.

“I was able to go back on the show and play my own song, which was pretty amazing. I remember as I was getting ready to go, I was looking at my feet. I always look at my feet – just to remind me of where I’ve been – and I was thinking, I’m back on this stage. And there were all those times when I’d be singing all those songs, and I’d be like “Gosh, I wish I could just sing one of my songs”, and as I was looking at my feet I heard my old self say that. Wow. What happened? God is good.”

So now he’s touring like crazy, writing new music (“There hasn’t been a shortness on inspiration. The well has just been overflowing.”), recording a new album he hopes to put out in early 2014 (“I’ve had some cool opportunities to record in Hollywood, and that was fun and interesting. I’ll always be recording in Minnesota, because that’s home base. But it is kind of fun to go over there.”).

He intends to stay busy and not slow down.

“We’re going to tour in support of the new album, there’s a possibility of going to Europe in late spring next year. Man, while it’s going and the light’s being shown, I just want to give it back and enjoy the ride.”

You can reach Rich Larson at editor@southernminnscene.com.

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AMY MERRIT AMY’S TV CRUSH

I. Love. Television. Love it. I’m

not a snob about it either. I’ll watch (almost) anything, from overproduced reality shows to crappy sitcom reruns. But I do know when something is good, special. So I’ll agree with everyone who’s seen it--The Wire is the best television show ever to air. I can watch it over and over, and still appreciate every aspect and nuance of its brilliance.

More on that later. But here’s the thing—it’s not my favorite show of all time. That would be Buffy the Vampire Slayer. In the coming months, I’ll bring you my insights, theories, recommendations, and wildly unsupported opinions about a wide variety of current and past television shows.

But for now, in the spirit of Halloween, I’m compelled to talk a little more about Buffy.

On the surface, Buffy is another supernatural drama with cute teenage girls and hot vampires. But it is so much more. I don’t have space to tell you all the reasons why you need to see it, for that you can turn to the over 200 books and academic journal articles devoted to the Buffy. But I’ll tell you a few of the most compelling reasons to become a Superfan.

Creator Joss Whedon has brilliantly turned the pretty blond girl who dies in every horror movie into the pretty blond girl who kicks ass every single day. He has said that the mission of the show was “the joy of female power: having it, using it, sharing it.” In the supernatural or

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horror genres, this is rare enough. In the teenage drama genre, it’s almost unheard of.

Buffy is hilarious. I’ll admit that especially in the low-budget first season, I laugh at the monster makeup and the cheesy sets as much as I do at the real wit. Buffy hits its stride by the

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second season, but continues to be self-aware of the camp value that gives the show so much of its charm. The dialogue is quick, and riddled with pop-culture references and clever “buffyisms.” I once convinced a friend to watch 5 ½ seasons just to get to the payoff of the incredible musical-comedy episode “Once More, with

Feeling,” which airs in the 6th season. I promise you…it’s totally worth devoting your entire Fall to Buffy just to get there. If you time it right, the musical episode will make January seem so much brighter.

“High school as Hell.” This was Whedon’s concept as he started developing the show, and it really works. In the Buffyverse, “typical teenage problems” are never trivial, because Buffy and her friends have to fight literal monsters to resolve them. Adults aren’t always right, and they certainly aren’t always good. An overbearing parent can turn an insecure sophmore into a real menace, a bullying boyfriend is not ever going to change for the better, ignoring responsibilities really could be the end of the world. In this high school, every problem is major, and as Buffy faces the day-today fight, she still has to worry about “The Big Bad,” a buffyism that describes each season’s larger and more terrifying threat. This is no after school special, but in the end loyal friends are everything.

Well, loyal friends, and some badass martial arts moves.

So let’s face it, So. Minn. Like Buffy, we are strong, adventurous, even fearless as we confront The Big Bad Winter. Many of you thrive this time of year as the snow falls and the skis, sleds, and skates come out. But at some point, your toes will get cold, your nose will run, and damnit the sun will go down. Fire up the Netflix and head to Buffy’s hometown, Sunnydale.

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Ages 8-adult. Section A: Saturdays, September 21 - October 12, 1:30 - 4:00 p.m. (4 sessions) Section B: Saturdays, November 2 - 23, 1:30 - 4:00 p.m. (4 sessions). www.btacmn.org/index. php?l=product_detail&p=344.

Gary Gulman: 21-Sep, 7:00 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Gary Gulman always knew he wanted to be a comedian and his humor is unique, clever and highly entertaining. Gulman always loved late night television and dreamed of being a guest one day. That dream came true and he has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and Craig Kilborn, Last Call with Carson Daly, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, Comedy Central (1 hr Special ‘Gary Gulman: Boyish Man’), Showtime Presents Gary Gulman, Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen, Jimmy Kimmel Live, HBO’s ‘Dane Cook’s Tourgasm,’ Last Comic Standing Seasons 2 and 3 (Runner UP), and was a guest star on Last Comic Standing Season 4.. www.houseofcomedy.net/

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comics_details.asp?ID=180. “Hubbard Street Dance Chicago The Rhubarb Show: 21-Sep, 9:00 PM, Fitzgerald Theater, 10 E. Exchange Street, St. Paul, $8-$43. After a record sell-out of tickets for the fall season of A Prairie Home Companion, host Garrison Keillor has announced that he’s creating a new, non-broadcast variety show entitled The Rhubarb Show which will be ‘a club version of the radio show’ and will premiere on Saturday, September 21 at 9 p.m., following the broadcast of A Prairie Home Companion, at the historic Fitzgerald Theater in downtown St. Paul.

The show will feature some guests from the APHC broadcast, as well as some local talent we’re excited to showcase.

Sound effects wizard Fred Newman will be featured each week along with magician Bill Arnold, and musical guests include: Chic Gamine, the Canadian girl group (with a guy drummer), and Katy Vernon. Garrison Keillor will host, and there will be other attractions, such as Karl Eilers on the Mighty Wurlitzer theater organ, and a few other surprises.. fitzgeraldtheater.publicradio.org/events/.

“Gary Gulman Saturday Clay Studio: 21-Sep, 9:30 PM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $162$180. (All levels of experience) Come explore a variety of techniques to build and finish pots. Learn basic handbuilding and the use of a potter’s wheel or expand your technical skills as you explore both functional and sculptural use of clay. Instructor will demonstrate and coach as you use the wheel, extruder, and slab roller. *See list of supplies.

Ages 16 and up. Section A: Saturdays, September 21 - October 26, 9:30 a.m.

- 12:30 p.m. (6 sessions) Section B: Saturdays, November 9 - December 21, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (6 sessions) NO CLASS November 30. www.btacmn.org/ index.php?l=product_detail&p=347.

The Chameleon Theatre Circle’s One Act Showcase: 22-Sep, 2:00 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $18.52 .

Incorporated on January 9, 1998, The Chameleon Theatre Circle continues to succeed in accomplishing the company’s mission of providing an engaging and complete experience to their audience through growth and development of all participants in a nurturing and unified environment.. burnsvillepac.com/bpachome.html.

Proof: 22-Sep, 2:00 PM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $22+-$32+. This Pulitzer Prize-winning drama tells the story of Catherine, a troubled young woman on the eve of her 25th birthday.

After years of caring for her brilliant but unstable father a famous mathematician Catherine must deal with her own volatile feelings following his death, as well as the arrival of her estranged sister and the attentions of one of her father’s former students who hopes to find valuable work in the 103 notebooks her father left behind. Over the long weekend that follows, mysteries draw Catherine into a most difficult problem: How much of her father’s madness or genius will she inherit? Please Note: This program contains strong language. Performance runs at 7:30 pm on September 13, 14, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28 & October 2, 3, 4, 5. Performance runs at 2:00 pm on September 15, 22, 29 & October 6.

Admission prices are as follows: Adult $32, Senior - $29, 25 & Under - $25 ($3 off Wednesday performance). All shows, dates, times, directors, performers, and prices are subject to change.. www. btacmn.org/2perform/at_theaters/ blackbox/proof.html. “Dr Sketchy’s Anti-Art School Wine & Designs: Autumn Rainbow Painting: 25-Sep, 6:00 PM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $35 . Ages 21+. $35 - includes up to two glasses of wine and all supplies and materials. Register online. Join us for a one-evening workshop where you can sip wine and paint in a fun environment. Relax and unwind while you paint the featured painting of the night. Our instructors will walk you through step-bystep instructions. No experience is necessary! At the end of the evening you will go home with a beautiful 11’ x 14’ painting!. test. lakevillemn.gov/index.php?option=com_ jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=4861&Itemid=1364&year=2013&month=0 9&day=25&title=wine-designs-autumnrainbow-painting&uid=7490fcd28d7221 6a6cdd5e23c.

Adam Hunter: 25-Sep, 7:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Adam Hunter is one of the hottest young comedians around today. He headlines all over the country, putting his heart and soul into every performance with an act that is brash, deep and hilarious. Adam delivers a powerful message that keeps audiences on the edges of their seats.. www. houseofcomedy.net/comics_details. asp?ID=129. “The Moth Fall Nature Prints: 27-Sep, 4:30 PM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $15 . Ages 6-12. Register online. Through unique painting techniques, kids will create amazing artwork almost like magic!

This was one of our most popular art camps offered during summer you won’t

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Combining Thrown & Handbuilt Pieces Workshop: 27-Sep, 6:00 PM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $54$60. (Intermediate to Experienced) This two-day workshop will teach students how to make taller and larger forms through the process of connecting multiple thrown pieces. Wheel throwing and handbuilding techniques, structural considerations, and aesthetics will be discussed through open discourse and examples. Students will create thrown and altered pieces during the first class.

The second class will be dedicated to combining and modifying multiple pieces into a single structure. Final products may be functional, sculptural, or both! This workshop is for students who have some previous wheel throwing and handbuilding experience. *See list of supplies. Ages 16 and up. Friday and Saturday, September 27 - 28, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.. www.btacmn.org/index. php?l=product_detail&p=342.

Adam Hunter: 27-Sep, 9:45 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Adam Hunter is one of the hottest young comedians around today. He headlines all over the country, putting his heart and soul into every performance with an act that is brash, deep and hilarious.

Adam delivers a powerful message that keeps audiences on the edges of their seats.. www.houseofcomedy.net/ comics_details.asp?ID=129. “Comedian Claude Stuart Eden Prairie Art Crawl: 28-Sep, 10:00 AM, Art Center - City of Eden Prairie, 7650 Equitable Drive, Eden Prairie, Free. Visit the studios of artists exhibiting all types of media on Saturday,

September 28th and Sunday, September 29th.. www.edenprairie.org/index. aspx?page=17&recordid=1815.

Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure: 28-Sep, 1:30 PM, Commonweal Theatre, 208 Parkway Ave N., Lanesboro, $15$30. Join this thrilling adventure of the greatest detective of all time! Sherlock Holmes and Watson face off against arch-enemy, Professor Moriarty, in this story inspired by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.. www.commonwealtheatre.org/ sherlock.html. 507-467-2905”Explore Your Sheldon Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna: 28-Sep, 4:30 PM, Mall of America - North Parking Lot, Lindau Lane at 24th Ave South, Bloomington, $40+. Amaluna invites the audience to a mysterious island governed by Goddesses and guided by the cycles of the moon. Their queen, Prospera, directs her daughter’s coming-of-age ceremony in a rite that honours femininity, renewal, rebith and balance which marks the passing of these insights and values from one generation to the next. In the wake of a storm caused by Prospera, a group of young men lands on the island, triggering an epic, emotional story of love between Prospera’s daughter and a brave young suitor. But theirs is a love that will be put to the test. The couple must face numerous demanding trials and overcome daunting setbacks before they can achieve mutual trust, faith and harmony. *Ticket prices vary by venue.. www.tickethorse.com/event/cirque-dusoleil-amaluna/1557. “SPANK! Adam Hunter: 28-Sep, 7:00 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Adam Hunter is one of the hottest young comedians around today. He headlines all over the country, putting his heart and soul into every performance with an act that is brash, deep and hilarious. Adam delivers a powerful message that keeps audiences on the edges of their seats.. www. houseofcomedy.net/comics_details.

asp?ID=129. “Disenchanted!

Rubber Soul, The Tribute: 28-Sep, 7:30 PM, Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave., Faribault, $10-$19. Relive the magic of the Beatles throughout the British invasion, the psychedelic era of Sgt. Pepper & The Magical Mystery Tour and travel through the White Album release while you take a ride down Abbey Road. $19 nonmembers, $10 students.

Sponsored by Hoffman Law Offices. www.paradisecenterforthearts.org.

Puppet Problems: 28-Sep, 10:00 PM, What’s Up Lounge, 701 N Riverfront Dr, Mankato, $5-$8. Mankato Mosaic’s first full-length production is MSU grad Mitch DeDeyn’s play, ‘Puppet Problems.’

Summary: Nerdy Frank needs to make a commitment with his long-time girlfriend, Jessica -- right when his best friend, Farnando, dies from a wild night of drinking and drugs. But best friends aren’t parted for long when Fernando returns as a puppet who won’t leave Frank’s life alone. Will he turn away Frank’s girlfriend with his obnoxious mouth? Will he find puppet love in a 12step support group? Well, stop asking questions and come see the show! Starring Tommy Emery, Taylor Anderson, Rachel Zimmerli, Jason Barkmeier, Anistasia Kuptsevych, Bjorn Linder and Matt Ulmen. Directed by Leslie DuPreeCady. Caution that this production does have ‘language’ and adult themes. See it 8 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Mankato Event Center; 8 p.m. Sept. 27 at the Mankato Brewery; and 10 p.m. Sept. 28 at What’s Up Lounge. Advance Tickets are just $7 for adults, $5 for students. Purchase tickets at www.mankatomosaic.com OR Mankato Brewery OR What’s Up Lounge.. www.mankatomosaic.com/.

Eden Prairie Art Crawl: 29-Sep, 12:00 PM, Art Center - City of Eden Prairie, 7650 Equitable Drive, Eden Prairie, Free. Visit the studios of artists exhibiting all types of media on Saturday,

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The Studio ArTour of South Central Minnesota, South Central Minnesota October 19th & 20th Art fairs are cool, because not only do you get to take in a number of pieces from on artist, but quite often, you have an opportunity to speak with the artists themselves. The Studio ArTour of South Central Minnesota takes that concept a step further, by allowing you to actually visit the artist in their workspace. You get a feel for context as well as the thoughts and creativity behind the work. Plus, you get to see all the cool stuff they use to create (blowtorches!). This is no tiny little community art fair. This is 40 artists, in 20 studios scattered from Cannon Falls to Faribault. The entire tour is too big to do in one day, so visit www.studioartour.com to plan your visit – or just block out the weekend to see the whole thing. PS - it takes a lot of effort to put an event like this together. Make sure you visit the community page on their website, and support the businesses that support the arts in Southern Minnesota.

The Studio ArTour of South Central Minnesota runs Saturday, October 19th 10AM – 6PM and Sunday, October 20 11AM – 5PM. – – Rich Larson, editor@southernminnscene.com

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From 21 September 28th and Sunday, September 29th.. www.edenprairie.org/index. aspx?page=17&recordid=1815.

Kids Painting: Watercolor: 1-Oct, 4:30 PM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $30 . Ages 6-12. 2 Tuesdays: October 1 & 8. Register online. Experiment with different brushstrokes, colors and styles.

Students will complete a step-by-step painting by the end of the class.. test.

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An Iliad: 1-Oct, 7:30 PM, Guthrie Theater, 818 South 2nd Street, Minneapolis, $10-$24. Back by popular demand following an acclaimed run in the Dowling Studio last spring, An Illiad, features Guthrie regular Stephen Yoakam in a solo performance the hailed

a ‘tour de force’ and called ‘riveting!’. www.guthrietheater.org/plays_events/ plays/_iliad. “Comedian Kyle Kinane ArtBash 2013: 4-Oct, 6:00 PM, Rochester Art Center, 40 Civic Center Dr. SE, Rochester, . Mark your calendars for our annual fall gala ARTBASH! Artbash 2013 is sponsored by Pescara, Davies Printing, Cumulus Media, Sargent’s Floral, US Bank, and Paddle 8.. www. rochesterartcenter.org/artbash.html.

507-282-8629 Comedian Justin Leon: 4-Oct, 7:30

PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Smooooth is the first word that comes to mind when describing Headliner Justin Leon. A surprising choice of words considering this performer definitely has an edge to his persona and act. His meteoric rise in comedy club popularity is not surprising. When you see him perform you know you are seeing a very talented man at the top of his game.

Current events, pop culture, his family, his friends, himself, men, women, and children. Nobody is off-limits when he turns a keen eye and creates comedy.

Hailing from the occasionally unpleasant streets of Ann Arbor, Michigan, Mike O’Keefe is a young comic who prides himself on his original brand of silliness and sarcasm. A former radio host, punk rock lead singer, High School Student (he graduated) and current college student (he’s workin’ on it), O’Keefe made a name himself in the Michigan comedy scene with an appearance at the 2010 Laugh Detroit Comedy Festival.

His energetic stage presence and irreverently charming material keeps audiences on their toes and in stitches.. www.gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml.

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Comedian Justin Leon: 4-Oct, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Smooooth is the first word that comes to mind when describing Headliner Justin Leon. A surprising choice of words considering this performer definitely has an edge to his persona and act. His meteoric rise in comedy club popularity is not surprising. When you see him perform you know you are seeing a very talented man at the top of his game.

Current events, pop culture, his family, his friends, himself, men, women, and children. Nobody is off-limits when he turns a keen eye and creates comedy.

Hailing from the occasionally unpleasant streets of Ann Arbor, Michigan, Mike O’Keefe is a young comic who prides himself on his original brand of silliness and sarcasm. A former radio host, punk rock lead singer, High School Student (he graduated) and current college student (he’s workin’ on it), O’Keefe made a name himself in the Michigan comedy scene with an appearance at the 2010 Laugh Detroit Comedy Festival.

His energetic stage presence and irreverently charming material keeps audiences on their toes and in stitches.. www.gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml.

“Comedian Kyle Kinane Parent-Child Pottery: 5-Oct, 9:30 AM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $70 .

Ages 6+. Limit one child per parent.

3 Saturdays: October 5, 12 & 26. $35 per person. Register online. An introductory course in wheel-throwing and hand-building. Both parent and child must register individually for a total of $70 per parent/child pair.. test. lakevillemn.gov/index.php?option=com_ jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=4876&Itemid=1364&year=2013&month=1 0&day=05&title=parent-child-pottery&ui d=acdd7baece58af1f7abbede20aa14781.

Fused Glass Slumped Dish Workshop: 5-Oct, 12:00 PM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $49-$54. (All levels of experience) Are you looking for the perfect one-of-a-kind gift or a unique small serving dish to show off during your holiday gatherings? This workshop is a great opportunity for students of all levels and experience to create a fabulous fused glass slumped dish for these purposes. Workshop lessons and demonstrations will cover basic studio safety, tool use, fusing techniques, and mosaic design concepts. No previous experience necessary! Just come and meet new people, have a creative experience, and make an art piece that you can be proud of. Age 16 and up. Section A: Saturday, October 5, noon - 3:00 p.m.

Section B: Saturday, November 16, noon - 3:00 p.m.. www.btacmn.org/index. php?l=product_detail&p=352.

Free Family Day: 5-Oct, 1:00 PM, Rochester Art Center, 40 Civic Center Dr. SE, Rochester, Free. In the third floor studios, children and families can participate in art projects that are designed to relate to the exhibitions on view at the Art Center.. rochesterartcenter.org/ events/events.html. 507-282-8629 Debra DiGiovanni: 5-Oct, 7:00 PM,

House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $15 . Debra DiGiovanni has just been awarded the 2011 Canadian Comedy Award for best comic (female) for the third time in 5 years. She’s been called the ‘Best Comedian to see after a Messy Break Up’ and for two years running-she was named her hometown Toronto’s favorite comedian. Debra’s comedy has a sharp edge while maintaining a playful, happy air. And her persona is one of the best developed of any comic working todaycouple that with a hilarious act that is so personal everyone can relate- and you see why Debra is so popular. Her humor and charm lies in her unflinching honesty and openness, and rapid-fire delivery.. www.houseofcomedy.net/comics_details.asp?ID=309. “Trick Boxing Ceramic Sculpture: 8-Oct, 6:00 PM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $175 . Ages 15+. 8 Tuesdays: October 8-December 3 (skip November 26). Register online. We will focus on sculpting human, animal or abstract forms, handbuilding with slabs, coils or molds, while exploring different techniques. All skill levels welcome! Fee includes 25 lbs. of clay and $10 worth of firing. Additional firing is $1/lb.. test. lakevillemn.gov/index.php?option=com_ jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=485 8&Itemid=1364&year=2013&month=10 &day=08&title=ceramic-sculpture&uid= 725a3be1a0ea65ee56bbcb355bfc1550.

Kids Pottery: Serving Plate: 11-Oct, 4:30 PM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $30 . Ages 6-12. 2 Fridays: October 11 & 25. Register online. Workshop meets twice, once to make the project and another to glaze.. test. lakevillemn.gov/index.php?option=com_ jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=4871&Itemid=1364&year=2013&month= 10&day=11&title=kids-pottery-serving -plate&uid=f04b8d790c0790d9e6411 ffd2edc92a3.

Craig Ferguson: 11-Oct, 10:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, $85.25-$184.70.

Performing all over the country, Ferguson has become a huge success on the North American comedy circuit. He has three widely acclaimed stand-up comedy specials: A Wee Bit o’ Revolution, Does This Need To Be Said, and I’m Here To Help, which premiered on Netflix in March of 2013.. www.ticketmaster.com/ Craig-Ferguson-tickets/artist/1025525.

Comedian Patrick McGann: 11-Oct, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Pat McGann is a rising comic and one of the funniest comedians that you haven’t heard of-- YET! Currently, Pat is working all over the United States performing at colleges, casinos, and corporate events.

This summer he is performing at a showcase of Chicago’s top comedians at the legendary Soldier Field. Pat’s clever and clean writing has developed a style of comedy that is enjoyed by men and women of all ages and is sure to make you laugh! Not just another pretty face Fritz delivers fast laughs at a medium pace. A true midwestern boy with a unique look on life. Everything in his life is on display when Fritz takes the satge. Sit back and Enjoy a sarcastic ride through Fritz’s life.. www.gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml. “Comedian Dana Gold Clay Jack-O-Lanterns: 12-Oct, 10:00 AM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $24-$26. Students will create a clay jack-o-lantern using slab and coil handbuilding techniques. Projects will be built, carved, and painted with colored slips in class. Once bisque-fired they will be clear glazed. Projects will be ready for pickup two to three weeks after the class date. Supplies included. Ages 5-adult. Saturday, October 12, 10:00 a.m. - noon. .

Bob Ross Oil Painting Workshop: 12-Oct, 10:00 AM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $70 . Ages 15+. $70 (fee includes supplies). Register online.

Students will complete a 16’ x 20’ landscape painting in one day! Stepby-step you will learn about the ever-popular Bob Ross oil painting method. Please bring a bag lunch.. test. lakevillemn.gov/index.php?option=com_ jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=48-

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Sesame Street Live: 12-Oct, 10:30 AM, Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Drive, Rochester, $18-$49. When the new music teacher’s instruments go missing, Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird, and more come to the rescue and discover instruments they never knew existed. Children learn that everyone can make and enjoy beautiful music together!. www.mayociviccenter.com/upcoming_events/eventdetails.aspx?eventid=18576&display=1.

Youth Acting, Ages 12-15: 12-Oct, 1:00 PM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $80-$90. Over the course of six weeks, students will be assigned a role in a short play. Through the rehearsal process, they will learn the basics of action, relaxation, objective, spontaneity, emotion, projection, presence, and diction. At the end of the session, students will perform their play for invited guests, and will also have learned valuable life skills. Ages 12-15. Saturdays, October 12 - November 16, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

(6 sessions). www.btacmn.org/index. php?l=product_detail&p=371.

Youth Acting, Ages 8-11: 12-Oct, 1:00 PM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $80-$90. This class will give students lessons in the basics of stage acting and how these skills transfer to everyday life, promoting successful communication skills (verbal, listening, and teamwork).

Students will rehearse scenes to be performed for invited guests at the end of the final class. Ages 8-11. Saturdays, October 12 - November 16, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. (6 sessions). www.btacmn.org/ index.php?l=product_detail&p=370.

Tim Young: 12-Oct, 7:00 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Tim Young headlines clubs all over North America, has performed on over 500 colleges campuses as well as comedy festivals in and . Tim was a finalist on Last Comic StandingThe Conan O’Brien ShowComedy Centrals and. You may have seen his frequent contributions as a commentator on and the Channel, or seen him in one of his many commercials, including a spot for that aired on the Super Bowl, World Series, and the Oscars!. www. houseofcomedy.net/comics_details. asp?ID=228. “John Oliver Adult Oil and Acrylic Painting: 16-Oct, 9:00 AM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $55 .

All levels. Ages 18+. 3 Wednesdays: October 16-November 6 (skip October 30).

Register online. New students will get a good grounding in the basics. Advanced students can challenge themselves to the next level and learn a variety of techniques to strengthen skills. Plenty of support, demos and critiques.. test. lakevillemn.gov/index.php?option=com_ jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=4853&Itemid=1364&year=2013&mont h=10&day=16&title=adult-oil-acrylic-pa inting&uid=33986c47c89ea0a36e224de891df0e0b.

Fused Glass Workshop: 16-Oct, 10:00 AM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $68-$72. (All levels of experience) Learn the basics of working with glass including how to cut it, shape it, and fuse it in the kiln. Studio and tool safety will be covered as well as basic design and glass fusing skills. Students will work on small projects throughout the workshop. Projects will need to be picked up 2-3 weeks after the last class. Supplies included. Ages 11-15.

Wednesday - Friday, October 16 - 18, 10:00 a.m. - noon. www.btacmn.org/ index.php?l=product_detail&p=367.

Improv and Sketch Comedy Workshop: 16-Oct, 1:30 PM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $48-$54. Spend three days with a professional stage actor as you explore the ins-and-outs of both improvised and pre-scripted comic scenes.

Laugh and learn at the same time as you learn to think quickly on your feet.

Consider this class to be a youth version of ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway?’ Ages 12-15. Wednesday - Friday, October 16 - 18, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.. www.btacmn.org/ index.php?l=product_detail&p=369.

Wine & Designs: Peaceful Harmony Painting: 16-Oct, 6:00 PM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $35 . Ages 21+. $35 - includes up to two glasses of wine and all supplies and materials.

Register online. Join us for a oneevening workshop where you can sip wine and paint in a fun environment.

Relax and unwind while you paint the featured painting of the night. Our instructors will walk you through stepby-step instructions. No experience is necessary! At the end of the evening you will go home with a beautiful 11’ x 14’ painting!. test.lakevillemn.gov/index.php?option=com_ jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=4862&Itemid=1364&year=2013 &month=10&day=16&title=wine-desig ns-peaceful-harmony-painting&uid=cd 08611e202e24b925c1411.

Artist Opening Reception: 17-Oct, 5:00 PM, Blue Earth Historical Society, Heritage Center 415 Cherry St., Mankato, Free. Join us as we welcome our new artists of the quarter, Sue Mueller and family for their exhibit titled, ‘Generations of Art.’. www.bechshistory. com/event/artist-opening-10-2013.

Surface Design: Painting on Clay Workshop: 18-Oct, 6:00 PM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $72-$80. (Intermediate to Experienced) NOTE: Students need to bring 3-4 bisqued pieces to this workshop. Students will learn various surface design techniques on both freshly-thrown and bisque clay pieces.

Students will work with slips and stains on leather hard clay, and layer stains and glazes on bisque work. Please bring 4-5 reference images of surface designs you’re interested in (can be images from a magazine, photographs, online resources, your own drawn sketches, etc).

Ages 16 and up. Friday and Saturday, October 18 - 19, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. and a glaze day on Saturday, October 26, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.. www.btacmn.org/index. php?l=product_detail&p=343.

Comedian Stewart Huff: 18-Oct, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Stewart has performed in Comedy Clubs from coast to coast including The Improv in Los Angeles as well as The Improv in New York. In 2006 he was invited to perform in the HBO Las Vegas Festival. He was also a finalist in the Boston Comedy Festival.From the South (but not by choice), Stewart Huff has been performing comedy for over 10 years. He currently tours clubs across the country. Stewart reaches past the norm for his genuine -- and genuinely unexpected -- comedy.

Ian Karmel is a stand-up comedian based out of Portland whose style zig-zags between the eclectic and the universal, appealing both to crowds who own homes in the suburbs, and crowds just staying with their parents in the suburbs until they figure some things out. In addition to stand-up, Karmel has appeared on television, playing a character in IFC’s sketch show Portlandia and as a post-game analyst and commentator for the Portland Trailblazers.. www.gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml.

“Comedian Jake Johannsen Studio Art Tour: 19-Oct, 10:00 AM, South Central Minnesota, 1000 Division Street, Northfield, Free. The Studio ArTour is a co-operative venture among a group of artists in Cannon Falls, Northfield and Faribault. We open our studios to the public on the third weekend in October each year, and invite you to come out and see where and how we work. This is the ninth year we have put on the tour. It’s still getting bigger so we must be doing something right.

This year there are 20 studios featuring 43 artists. Most studios will have several artists working in different media. The artists will be glad to answer questions and provide information about the art.

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The range of work is amazing; knitting to welding with glass, and clay and paper in between. Whether you are a long time collector or are just looking for something unique, the studio tour is a perfect way to shop for fine art, and best of all the tour is free!. www. studioartour.com.

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Dom Irrera: 19-Oct, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . When Dom Irrera takes the stage, he does not simply get on it, he owns it! Dom projects a singular charisma that firmly engages audiences from the opening moment and doesn’t let go until the end of the performance, and beyond.. www.houseofcomedy.net/comics_details. asp?ID=310.

A Salute to the Rat Pack: 19-Oct, All Day, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $22-$51. Michael Matone’s Rat Pack returns to the concert stage in ‘Salute to the Rat Pack & Legends of Las Vegas!’ This exiting theatrical presentation features the greatest hits of Frank, Sammy and Dean as they held court over Las Vegas at their legendary Sands Hotel concerts during the swinging 60s! Nobody sang a song like Sinatra and his legendary pals Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. - and their madcap antics, complete with jokes, skits, impersonations and routines continue to delight audiences coast to coast. Join us as we salute the greatest entertainers of all time, taking you back to the golden age of Vegas when the Chairman of the Board and his martini-tipping crooners ruled the finest entertainment palaces in the world, Frank, Sammy and Dean will be joined onstage by the masters of Jazz Show Band.. www.burnsvillepac.com/events.html.

Studio Art Tour: 20-Oct, 11:00 AM, South Central Minnesota, 1000 Division Street, Northfield, Free. The Studio ArTour is a co-operative venture among a group of artists in Cannon Falls, Northfield and Faribault. We open our studios to the public on the third weekend in October each year, and invite you to come out and see where and how we work. This is the ninth year we have put on the tour. It’s still getting bigger so we must be doing something right. This year there are 20 studios featuring 43 artists. Most studios will have several artists working in different media. The artists will be glad to answer questions and provide information about the art. Some studios will have demonstrations. The range of work is amazing; knitting to welding with glass, and clay and paper in between. Whether you are a long time collector or are just looking for something unique, the studio tour is a perfect way to shop for fine art, and best of all the tour is free!. www.studioartour.com.

‘Blithe Spirit, ‘ a Play: 20-Oct, 2:00 PM, Andreas Theatre of Earley Center for Performing Arts, Minnesota State University, Mankato, $11-$16. The smash comedy hit of the London and Broadway stages, this much-revived classic is from the playwright of ‘Private Lives.’ It offers up fussy, cantakerous novelist Charles Condomine, re-married but haunted (literally) by the ghost of his late first wife, the clever and insistent Elvira who is called up by a visiting ‘happy medium,’ one Madame Arcati. Minnesota State Mankato presented Blithe Spirit in 1956 and summer of 1988.. www.mnsu.edu/theatre/.

“Les Misérables Landscape Watercolor: 21-Oct, 6:00 PM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $55 . Ages 16+. 3 Mondays: October 21-November 4. Register online.

Through step-by-step instruction learn how to make your paintings pop with color theory, blending, mixing, and painting techniques.. test.lakevillemn.gov/index.php?option=com_ jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=4857&Itemi d=1364&year=2013&month=10&day=21&title=l andscape-watercolor&uid=4b5182d522136f32f2 70eb0b5ee58fa4.

Burlesque: 24-Oct, 8:00 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester, . Top drawer burlesque acts from across the country perform everything from the ridiculous to the randy at The Wicked Moose in Rochester, MN. Local burlesque cutie, Musette the Mistress of Mischief produces and performs the Midnight Muse Burlesque show in Rochester. People enjoy a night out where they can laugh and blush at this risque event filled with glamour, silly antics, and contests that involves the audience members. No one ever leaves disappointed, and people continue to come back again and again each month to see what new will take the stage.

The show is 21+ and appeals to all ages as well as your mother’s and even your grandmother’s should they need something to ruffle their feathers and blow their skirts up! Burlesque Jazz - Neo-burlesque - Vintage Tease - Comedy - Risque Fun - Live Dancing Dames - Drinks Held High Description provided by facebook.com/ MidnightMuseBurlesqueRochesterMN/events.. www.wickedmoosebarandgrill.com/events/ upcoming-events/upcoming-events.html.

Merely Players Presents: Little Shop of Horrors: 25-Oct, 7:30 PM, Lincoln Community Center, 110 Fulton St., Mankato, $9-$16. In this campy musical based on the 1960s cult horror film, nerdy Seymour, a florist’s clerk, buys and nourishes a Venus fly trap-like plant, which he names for his beloved co-worker

Audrey. The plant ultimately grows big enough to devour everything in its path. Every number is a show-stopper with songs with Motown and Blues influence like ‘Skid Row’, ‘Feed Me’ and ‘Suddenly Seymour’!. www.merelyplayers.com/.

“The Rite of Spring and Zhangying Pete Correale: 25-Oct, 9:45 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $15+. One of the most requested acts in the comedy chains, Pete Correale was recently named by Entertainment Weekly as one of the Top 10 Comics To Watch. The debut showing of Correale’s first one-hour Comedy Central special, The Things We Do For Love, scored highly in the network’s key 18-24 male demographic. Among all viewers ages 18-49, The Things We Do For Love posted an impressive 96% retention rate.

Pete is a veteran of the comedy club and festival circuit as well as television talk shows like The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with David Letterman and Last Call with Carson Daily.

Info and photo provided by http://gothamcomedyclub.com. Prices may vary by venue.. www. petecorreale.com/LiveDates.php.

Comedian Don Reese: 25-Oct, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Looking like the illegitimate son of Uncle Fester and G. Gordon Liddy, Don Reese combines what the CLEVELAND PLAIN DEALER calls ‘friendly ghoulishness’ mixed with ‘sparks-flying timing’ to create comedy that is uniquely and utterly his. Don’s hilariously bizarre outlook takes him from Batman to the Amish, bikers to bus rides - all the while hanging on the fine line between reality and the Twilight Zone.

Don’s also been featured on Showtime, A&E, MTV, VH-1 and more! After 17 years entertaining radio listeners, John Russell decided (with the help of a merger and corporate downsizing) that he should bring his personality to the masses via stand up comedy. Relatively quickly, John was named one of the ‘Best in the Midwest’ at the Iowa Comedy Festival and a finalist in the ICF Comedy contest. He has also been a dinner theatre actor, front man for a rock band (not the game), and is also an award winning voice over artist. Stuff that happens to John ends up in his act, and you’ll be glad most of it didn’t happen to you. Some of his old radio characters and impersonations slip into the act as well, to the surprise and delight of the audience. He also runs the popular internet comedy radio station ‘Chuckle Check’, and continues to provide character driven bits to radio stations across the country.. www.gooniescomedy.com/shows. shtml. “Comedian Chad Daniels Techniques for Pen-and-Ink with Watercolor: 26-Oct, 10:00 AM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $80-$90. (All levels of experience) If you love the crisp, clean look of detailed pen-and-ink drawings, this two-day workshop will enhance your knowledge, technique, and skill in creating them.

We will also add ink wash and/or watercolor wash. Class includes design basics, editing a composition that is suitable to pen-and-ink, black and white techniques, creating texture, using an ink or watercolor wash, and drawing from your photographs. Minimal supplies required; ask for a supply list when registering. Ages 16 and up. Saturday, October 26, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (1 hour lunch break) and Sunday, October 27, 1:00 - 6:00 pm.. www.btacmn.org/index. php?l=product_detail&p=321.

Don’t Fear Shakespeare!: 26-Oct, 10:00 AM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $35-$40. Classical work can be daunting and difficult. This supportive workshop, geared toward actors with limited experience working with the plays and text of William Shakespeare, will help you break down that barrier. With the help of professional actor Paul R. Coate, you’ll learn quick and easy ways to help you better understand the language of Shakespeare and develop the skills necessary to faithfully embody his dynamic characters. Saturday, October 26, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.. www. btacmn.org/index.php?l=product_detail&p=361.

Ruffled Felted Scarf: 26-Oct, 12:00 PM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $40 . Ages 16+. $40 - includes supplies. Register online. Stay warm this winter with this wool felted, ruffled scarf. Construction techniques include wet felting using wool roving.

Please bring three old bath towels, a sponge and a plastic bag.. test.lakevillemn.gov/index. php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat. detail&evid=4860&Itemid=1364&year=2013&mo nth=10&day=26&title=ruffled-felted-scarf&uid=0 ac7a455d8093382622dfe0ec6e2765f.

Pete Correale: 26-Oct, 7:00 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $15+. One of the most requested acts in the comedy chains, Pete Correale was recently named by Entertainment Weekly as one of the Top 10 Comics To Watch. The debut showing of Correale’s first one-hour Comedy Central special, The Things We Do For Love, scored highly in the network’s key 18-24 male demographic. Among all viewers ages 18-49, The Things We Do For

Love posted an impressive 96% retention rate.

Pete is a veteran of the comedy club and festival circuit as well as television talk shows like The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with David Letterman and Last Call with Carson Daily.

Info and photo provided by http://gothamcomedyclub.com. Prices may vary by venue.. www. petecorreale.com/LiveDates.php. “Punchline Punchout Finals Pete Correale: 26-Oct, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $15+. One of the most requested acts in the comedy chains, Pete Correale was recently named by Entertainment Weekly as one of the Top 10 Comics To Watch. The debut showing of Correale’s first one-hour Comedy Central special, The Things We Do For Love, scored highly in the network’s key 18-24 male demographic. Among all viewers ages 18-49, The Things We Do For Love posted an impressive 96% retention rate.

Pete is a veteran of the comedy club and festival circuit as well as television talk shows like The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with David Letterman and Last Call with Carson Daily.

Info and photo provided by http://gothamcomedyclub.com. Prices may vary by venue.. www. petecorreale.com/LiveDates.php.

Wesley Taylor Master of Arts Exhibition: 27-Oct, 9:00 AM, Conkling Gallery Minnesota State University, 139 Nelson Hall, Mankato, Free. Wesley Taylor Master of Arts Exhibition.

Reception October 28 7 p.m. Gallery hours: 9 - 4 Monday through Friday and some evenings as coverage permits. Call 507-389-6412 for more information.. www.mnsu.edu/artdept/exhibitions. html. “Merely Players Presents: Little Shop of Horrors Blather Blarney and Balderdash: 27-Oct, 2:00 PM, New Prague Middle School, 721 Central Ave. N., New Prague, $5-$10. Curtain Call Theatre presents ‘Blather Blarney and Balderdash.’ The children’s play is about three hilarious and action-packed Irish folk and fairy tales that collide in raucous laughter when a trio of wild and crazy leprechauns try to help tonguetied shepherd Fin O’Grady learn to tell a story and win the hand of his one true love.. www. curtaincalltheatre.net/.

Ashton Bird Exhibition: 28-Oct, 6:30 AM, Centennial Student Union Gallery, Minnesota State University, Mankato, Free. Reception October 28 6 p.m.. www.mnsu.edu/artdept/exhibitions.html.

“Impromptu Players (Improv) Zorongo Flamenco Dance Performance: 28-Oct, 7:00 PM, Gallery, Ylvisaker Fine Arts Center, Bethany Lutheran College, Mankato, Free. The Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre and School will visit Bethany with a performance of flamenco music, singing, and dance in the Ylvisaker Fine Arts Center at 7 p.m.This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultual heritage fund.There is no admission fee for the performance and seating is general with tickets at the door.. www.blc.edu/ node/26689.

Ben Roy: 30-Oct, 7:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Ben Roy is one of the fastest up-andcoming comics that the Denver scene has to offer. A native of Maine and now living in Colorado, he is poised to take the entertainment industry by storm with his unique blend of rant, sarcastic, observational, and high-energy humor.. www. houseofcomedy.net/comics_details.asp?ID=202.

“Annual Halloween Exhibition Ben Roy: 1-Nov, 9:45 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Ben Roy is one of the fastest up-andcoming comics that the Denver scene has to offer. A native of Maine and now living in Colorado, he is poised to take the entertainment industry by storm with his unique blend of rant, sarcastic, observational, and high-energy humor.. www. houseofcomedy.net/comics_details.asp?ID=202.

Ben Roy: 2-Nov, 7:00 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Ben Roy is one of the fastest up-andcoming comics that the Denver scene has to offer. A native of Maine and now living in Colorado, he is poised to take the entertainment industry by storm with his unique blend of rant, sarcastic, observational, and high-energy humor.. www. houseofcomedy.net/comics_details.asp?ID=202.

Ben Roy: 2-Nov, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Ben Roy is one of the fastest up-andcoming comics that the Denver scene has to offer. A native of Maine and now living in Colorado, he is poised to take the entertainment industry by storm with his unique blend of rant, sarcastic, observational, and high-energy humor.. www. houseofcomedy.net/comics_details.asp?ID=202.

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edy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Gary Gulman always knew he wanted to be a comedian and his humor is unique, clever and highly entertaining. Gulman always loved late night television and dreamed of being a guest one day. That dream came true and he has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and Craig Kilborn, Last Call with Carson Daly, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, Comedy Central (1 hr Special ‘Gary Gulman: Boyish Man’), Showtime Presents Gary Gulman, Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen, Jimmy Kimmel Live, HBO’s ‘Dane Cook’s Tourgasm,’ Last Comic Standing Seasons 2 and 3 (Runner UP), and was a guest star on Last Comic Standing Season 4.. www.houseofcomedy.net/comics_details.asp?ID=180.

Comedian Claude Stuart: 27-Sep, 7:30 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Claude Stuart is a human cartoon onstage. Claude worked for HBO’s ‘Dennis Miller Live!’ for 3 seasons; he has also appeared in t.v. shows such as ‘Comics Unleashed’;’That 70 Show’ ‘Scrubs’ ;’The Best Damn Sports Show, Period!’, MTV, ‘Last Comic Standing’, E’s ‘Talk Soup!’, and ‘Beverly Hills 90210. So what can you expect from this optimistic, hyperactive dyslexic from Mississippi? His hilarious physicality, shameless bad luck stories, unpredictable audience improv, and nonstop energy make him a unique, top-notch ‘must-see’ comedian. Benny has as many personalities as he does voices, and not one of them is the voice of reason. He makes the joke sound simple but you will still be thinking about it a hour later. Benny highlights the humor of everyday life, along with the humor of lives you never imagined.. www.gooniescomedy. com/shows.shtml. “Adam Carolla Comedian Justin Leon: 4-Oct, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Smooooth is the first word that comes to mind when describing Headliner Justin Leon. A surprising choice of words considering this performer definitely has an edge to his persona and act. His meteoric rise in comedy club popularity is not surprising. When you see him perform you know you are seeing a very talented man at the top of his game. Current events, pop culture, his family, his friends, himself, men, women, and children. Nobody is off-limits when he turns a keen eye and creates comedy. Hailing from the occasionally unpleasant streets of Ann Arbor, Michigan, Mike O’Keefe is a young comic who prides himself on his original brand of silliness and sarcasm. A former radio host, punk rock lead singer, High School Student (he graduated) and current college student (he’s workin’ on it), O’Keefe made a name himself in the Michigan comedy scene with an appearance at the 2010 Laugh Detroit Comedy Festival. His energetic stage presence and irreverently charming material keeps audiences on their toes and in stitches.. www.gooniescomedy.com/shows. shtml. “Comedian Kyle Kinane Craig Ferguson: 11-Oct, 10:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, $85.25-$184.70. Performing all over the country, Ferguson has become a huge success on the North American comedy circuit. He has three widely acclaimed stand-up comedy specials: A Wee Bit o’ Revolution, Does This Need To Be Said, and I’m Here To Help, which premiered on Netflix in March of 2013.. www.ticketmaster. com/Craig-Ferguson-tickets/artist/1025525.

Comedian Patrick McGann: 11-Oct, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Pat McGann is a rising comic and one of the funniest comedians that you haven’t heard of-- YET! Currently, Pat is working all over the United States performing at colleges, casinos, and corporate events. This summer he is performing at a showcase of Chicago’s top comedians at the legendary Soldier Field. Pat’s clever and clean writing has developed a style of comedy that is enjoyed by men and women of all ages and is sure to make you laugh! Not just another pretty face Fritz delivers fast laughs at a medium pace. A true midwestern boy with a unique look on life. Everything in his life is on display when Fritz takes the satge. Sit back and Enjoy a sarcastic ride through Fritz’s life.. www. gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml. “Comedian Dana Gold Tim Young: 12-Oct, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Tim Young headlines clubs all over North America, has performed on over 500 colleges campuses as well as comedy festivals in and .

Tim was a finalist on Last Comic StandingThe Conan O’Brien ShowComedy Centrals and. You may have seen his frequent contributions as a commentator on and the Channel, or seen him in one of his many commercials, including a spot for that aired on the Super Bowl, World Series, and the Oscars!. www.houseofcomedy.net/comics_details.asp?ID=228.

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Lowbrow High-Octane, Northfield September 20th For those of us who are not classic car enthusiasts, but can certainly appreciate the coolness of a hotrod, Lowbrow can come as either a bit of a shock, or an eye-opening, and sometimes eyepopping experience. Northfield’s Division Street will be lined for blocks with souped up, restored classics. The people own the cars and want to show them off are just as interesting. Think 50’s style greasers, covered in tattoos and dressed in their best 1960 attire. Don’t worry, they won’t bite.

By and large, these are some really cool people who have built a community around their love for classic American automobiles. But Lowbrow is more than just cars. Organizer Nick Sinclair, one of SoMinn’s most gifted artists, has organized a gallery show of hot rod art, and music bill that always includes surprisingly good music. This year’s bill includes Minneapolis’ Violent Shifters and Seattle’s Wild Cat Choir, and local bands Matt Arthur & the Bratlanders and Wisconsintration Camp. For most good, button-down, conservative SoMinnesotans, this is an opportunity to take a tiny little taste of the wild side.

Lowbrow-High Octane is September 20 in Northfield. Cars start rolling in about 3:30, and will be on the 100, 200, and 300 blocks of Division Street.

Music will be at the Contented Cow, starting at 5PM. The art show will hang at the High Noon Gallery, 306 Division Street. All events are free admission.

– – Rich Larson, editor@southernminnscene.com

1:30 PM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $48-$54. Spend three days with a professional stage actor as you explore the ins-and-outs of both improvised and pre-scripted comic scenes.

Laugh and learn at the same time as you learn to think quickly on your feet.

Consider this class to be a youth version of ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway?’ Ages 12-15. Wednesday - Friday, October 16 - 18, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.. www.btacmn.org/ index.php?l=product_detail&p=369.

Dom Irrera: 16-Oct, 7:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . When Dom Irrera takes the stage, he does not simply get on it, he owns it! Dom projects a singular charisma that firmly

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engages audiences from the opening moment and doesn’t let go until the end of the performance, and beyond.. www.houseofcomedy.net/comics_details.asp?ID=310. “Comedian Jake Johannsen Comedian Stewart Huff: 18-Oct, 7:30 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Stewart has performed in Comedy Clubs from coast to coast including The Improv in Los Angeles as well as The Improv in New York. In 2006 he was invited to perform in the HBO Las Vegas Festival. He was also a finalist in the Boston Comedy Festival.From the South (but not by choice), Stewart Huff has been performing comedy for over 10 years. He currently tours clubs across the country. Stewart

reaches past the norm for his genuine -- and genuinely unexpected -- comedy.

Ian Karmel is a stand-up comedian based out of Portland whose style zig-zags between the eclectic and the universal, appealing both to crowds who own homes in the suburbs, and crowds just staying with their parents in the suburbs until they figure some things out. In addition to stand-up, Karmel has appeared on television, playing a character in IFC’s sketch show Portlandia and as a post-game analyst and commentator for the Portland Trailblazers.. www.gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml.

“Comedian Ben San Del Comedian Stewart Huff: 18-Oct, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Stewart has performed in Comedy Clubs from coast to coast including The Improv in Los Angeles as well as The Improv in New York. In 2006 he was invited to perform in the HBO Las Vegas Festival. He was also a finalist in the Boston Comedy Festival.From the South (but not by choice), Stewart Huff has been performing comedy for over 10 years. He currently tours clubs across the country. Stewart reaches past the norm for his genuine -- and genuinely unexpected -- comedy.

Ian Karmel is a stand-up comedian based out of Portland whose style zig-zags between the eclectic and the universal, appealing both to crowds who own homes in the suburbs, and crowds just staying with their parents in the suburbs until they figure some things out. In addition to stand-up, Karmel has appeared on television, playing a character in IFC’s sketch show Portlandia and as a post-game analyst and commentator for the Portland Trailblazers.. www.gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml.

“Comedian Jake Johannsen Dom Irrera: 19-Oct, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . When Dom Irrera takes the stage, he does not simply get on it, he owns it! Dom projects a singular charisma that firmly engages audiences from the opening moment and doesn’t let go until the end of the performance, and beyond.. www. houseofcomedy.net/comics_details. asp?ID=310.

Pete Correale: 23-Oct, 7:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $15+. One of the most requested acts in the comedy chains, Pete Correale was recently named by Entertainment Weekly as one of the Top 10 Comics To Watch.

The debut showing of Correale’s first one-hour Comedy Central special, The Things We Do For Love, scored highly in the network’s key 18-24 male demographic. Among all viewers ages 18-49, The Things We Do For Love posted an impressive 96% retention rate. Pete is a veteran of the comedy club and festival circuit as well as television talk shows like The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with David Letterman and Last Call with Carson Daily. Info and photo provided by http://gothamcomedyclub.com. Prices may vary by venue.. www.petecorreale.com/LiveDates.php.

“The Dirty Show & The Minni-ComedyShorts Show Comedian Don Reese: 25-Oct, 7:30 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Looking like the illegitimate son of Uncle Fester and G. Gordon Liddy, Don Reese combines what the CLEVELAND PLAIN DEALER calls ‘friendly ghoulishness’ mixed with ‘sparks-flying timing’ to create comedy that is uniquely and utterly his. Don’s hilariously bizarre outlook takes him from Batman to the Amish, bikers to bus rides - all the while hanging on the fine line between reality and the Twilight Zone. Don’s also been featured on Showtime, A&E, MTV, VH-1 and more!

After 17 years entertaining radio listeners, John Russell decided (with the help of a merger and corporate downsizing) that he should bring his personality to the masses via stand up comedy.

Relatively quickly, John was named one of the ‘Best in the Midwest’ at the Iowa Comedy Festival and a finalist in the ICF Comedy contest. He has also

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been a dinner theatre actor, front man for a rock band (not the game), and is also an award winning voice over artist.

Stuff that happens to John ends up in his act, and you’ll be glad most of it didn’t happen to you. Some of his old radio characters and impersonations slip into the act as well, to the surprise and delight of the audience. He also runs the popular internet comedy radio station ‘Chuckle Check’, and continues to provide character driven bits to radio stations across the country.. www. gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml. “Pete Correale Comedian Don Reese: 25-Oct, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Looking like the illegitimate son of Uncle Fester and G. Gordon Liddy, Don Reese combines what the CLEVELAND PLAIN DEALER calls ‘friendly ghoulishness’ mixed with ‘sparks-flying timing’ to create comedy that is uniquely and utterly his. Don’s hilariously bizarre outlook takes him from Batman to the Amish, bikers to bus rides - all the while hanging on the fine line between reality and the Twilight Zone. Don’s also been featured on Showtime, A&E, MTV, VH-1 and more!

After 17 years entertaining radio listeners, John Russell decided (with the help of a merger and corporate downsizing) that he should bring his personality to the masses via stand up comedy.

Relatively quickly, John was named one of the ‘Best in the Midwest’ at the Iowa Comedy Festival and a finalist in the ICF Comedy contest. He has also been a dinner theatre actor, front man for a rock band (not the game), and is also an award winning voice over artist.

Stuff that happens to John ends up in his act, and you’ll be glad most of it didn’t happen to you. Some of his old radio characters and impersonations slip into the act as well, to the surprise and delight of the audience. He also runs the popular internet comedy radio station ‘Chuckle Check’, and continues to provide character driven bits to radio stations across the country.. www. gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml.

“Comedian Chad Daniels Pete Correale: 26-Oct, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $15+. One of the most requested acts in the comedy chains, Pete Correale was recently named by Entertainment Weekly as one of the Top 10 Comics To Watch.

The debut showing of Correale’s first one-hour Comedy Central special, The Things We Do For Love, scored highly in the network’s key 18-24 male demographic. Among all viewers ages 18-49, The Things We Do For Love posted an impressive 96% retention rate. Pete is a veteran of the comedy club and festival circuit as well as television talk shows like The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with David Letterman and Last Call with Carson Daily. Info and photo provided by http://gothamcomedyclub.com. Prices may vary by venue.. www.petecorreale.com/LiveDates.php.

Ben Roy: 2-Nov, 7:00 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Ben Roy is one of the fastest up-and-coming comics that the Denver scene has to offer. A native of Maine and now living in Colorado, he is poised to take the entertainment industry by storm with his unique blend of rant, sarcastic, observational, and high-energy humor.. www.houseofcomedy.net/comics_details.asp?ID=202.

Ben Roy: 2-Nov, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Ben Roy is one of the fastest up-and-coming comics that the Denver scene has to offer. A native of Maine and now living in Colorado, he is poised to take the entertainment industry by storm with his unique blend of rant, sarcastic, observational, and high-energy humor.. www.houseofcomedy.net/comics_details.asp?ID=202.

Concerts Mary Guentzel Quintet: 20-Sep, 5:30 PM, Indian Island Winery, 18018 631st

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Ave, Janesville, . The Mary Guentzel Quintet are a group of Minnesota based musicians who have joined together to play their renditions of the great standards from the 30’s and 40’s, along with select favorites from more recent decades. The band centers around jazz singer Mary Guentzel. Mary is a talented vocalist with a pleasing voice.

She loves to interact with her audience. You will not find Mary behind a microphone stand but rather out among her audience. Mary is a true entertainer.

Description provided by marygquintet. com.. www.indianislandwinery.com/id7. html. (507) 234-6222”Jaw Jazz and Classical Piano Concert: 20-Sep, 6:30 PM, Morgan Creek Vineyards, 23707 478th Ave., New Ulm, . ‘Winedown for the Weekend’, jazz and classical pianist, Ben Marti performs at Morgan Creek Vineyards. Ben received a PLRAC/McKnight Emerging Artist grant in 2012 from Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council. Call (507) 947-3547 for more information.. www.morgancreekvineyards.com/winedown-weekend-0.

“Haldy and the Wino Diamonds & Dream: 20-Sep, 7:00 PM, Field House Bar & Grill, 1625 South Broadway, Rochester, . Neil Diamond & Stevie Nick’s Tribute Band!. www.facebook.com/pages/Field-House-FormerlyRons-Place/181450818656151.

Ann Reed and Joan Griffith Concert: 20-Sep, 7:30 PM, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Avenue, Zumbrota, $16-$18.

Celebrating the release of Ann’s new CD.. www.crossingsatcarnegie.com/ page0003_Concerts_and_Events_ Schedule.html. (507) 732-7616 Chris Mann: 20-Sep, 8:00 PM, North Iowa Area Community College, 500 College Drive, Mason City, . Christopher Michael ‘Chris’ Mann is a classically trained American singer-songwriter from Wichita, Kansas. He shined as a finalist on The Voice, but his star has risen even higher since the hit show’s second season. In 2012, Mann signed with Faircraft/Republic, a new label formed by renowned producer/music executive Ron Fair (Christina Aguilera, Mary J. Blige). His debut full-length, Roads, introduced a whole new generation to the classical-pop genre and shot straight to No. 1 on Billboard’s Heatseekers Chart and Top 5 on Billboard’s Classical Chart.. chrismannmusic.com/events.

641-423-1264 Darius Rucker: 20-Sep, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, $50+. Since re-introducing himself to the world as a country artist, Rucker has had a truly remarkable few years. In 2008, he released Learn to Live; the album’s first single, ‘Don’t Think I Don’t Think About It,’ made him the first African American with a Number One country song since Charley Pride in 1983. It was followed by two more singles that topped the chart - ‘It Won’t Be Like This For Long’ and ‘Alright’ - and earned him the New Artist award from the Country Music Association. His 2010 follow-up, Charleston, SC 1966, included two more Number Ones, ‘Come Back Song’ and ‘This.’ Recently, Rucker was nominated for the CMA’s Musical Event of the Year award for his performance of ‘Stuck on You’ with Lionel Richie, and in October, he achieved a childhood dream when he was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.. www.dariusrucker.com/shows.html.

7 Sins: 20-Sep, 8:00 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester, $5 . One part aggression, one part soul, and one part good ol’ Rock N Roll. No joke, this is the full package. 7 Sins is a Hard Rock/Metal cover band.

The idea for this band was born of brain child and lead guitarist Jeff (Juice) Lien who was faced with the challenge of putting together the right musicians for this project with a demanding array of music.

Description provided by 7sinsmn.com/ index.php/band/.. www.wickedmoosebarandgrill.com/events/upcoming-events/ upcoming-events.html.

Chris Brooks: 20-Sep, 9:00 PM, Club 57, 204 2nd St. SW, Waseca, . Chris

Brooks & The Silver City Boys are a premier Minnesota-based Country Rock band. This dynamic, high-energy 5-piece with great harmonies mixes Texas and ‘Red Dirt Country’ with Current Radio Hits and their spin on the Classics to keep the dance floor packed.. www. chrisbrooksband.com/shows.

The Jerry Rodes Band: 20-Sep, 9:15 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, $3 . This hot young act is the perfect blend of classic arena rock, country and good looks. Jerry Rodes Stone started Jerry Rodes in 2006 as a solo project. He met Johnny ‘Minivan’ Moeller in 2009 after trying to date his sister. The two quickly became an inseparable duo. They decided to keep the Jerry Rodes name since it had already been an established working title. We play rock ‘n roll with a touch of country. Description provided by jerryrodes.com/About.html.. www. bustersbar.com/blog/event-calendar.

Love Songs for Angry Men: 20-Sep, 9:30 PM, Babe’s Music Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave. S., Lakeville, . Love Songs For Angry Men, is destined to be an indie classic. The lyrically driven, Americana album is similiar to the works of Ryan Adams with a shot of Celtic pain poured in the mix.. www.babesmusicbar.com/ Events.asp.

Jerrod Niemann: 20-Sep, 10:00 PM, Dakota Country Fairgrounds, 4008 220th St W, Farmington, Free+. Jerrod Lee Niemann is an American country music artist. Active since 2001, he has recorded two independent albums. In 2006, he signed to Category 5 Records and charted with the single ‘I Love Women (My Momma Can’t Stand)’.

He has also co-written three singles for Garth Brooks: the Chris LeDoux tribute ‘Good Ride Cowboy’, as well as ‘That Girl Is a Cowboy’ and ‘Midnight Sun’. Jamey Johnson, Neal McCoy, Julie Roberts, Flynnville Train and Zona Jones have also recorded Niemann’s songs. Prices may vary by venue.. www. jerrodniemannofficial.com/tour.

Uncorked Minnesota: 21-Sep, 3:00 PM, Chankaska Creek Ranch And Winery, 1179 E. Pearl Street, Kasota, $10 .

Performances by: 3 to 5 p.m. - Steve and Jade Murphy, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The Porch Dogs, 8 to 11 p.m. - Lamont Cranston. $10 General Admission. Free for Wine Circle Members. Tickets are available at the event or email events@ chankaskawines.com or call the Winery at 507-931-0089 to purchase tickets in advance. Bring a Blanket or Lawn Chair. Rain or Shine. Cash bar available with Chankaska Wines and a special brew from Mankato Brewery.

Food by the St. Peter Food Co-op. No outside food, beverage, pets or glass containers.. www.chankaskawines.com/ events/winery_events/uncorked_mn.

507-931-0089 Falling From Friday: 21-Sep, 5:00 PM, The Garage, 75 Civic Center Parkway, Burnsville, . We make music we love, and hopefully you will too! Formed by three dedicated and creatively driven musicians, our music is the by-product of extensive devouring of music, frequent practices, lengthy writing sessions, and several hundred slices of pizza. (Courtesy of http://www. reverbnation.com/fallingfromfriday). www.reverbnation.com/show/11260034.

Tess Erickson: Country Ballads: 21-Sep, 6:00 PM, Indian Island Winery, 18018 631st Ave, Janesville, . Singing Country Covers and Easy Listening Rock with Acoustic Guitar Description provided by facebook.com/Rockstar.Tess.Anne/info.. www.indianislandwinery.com/id7.html.

(507) 234-6222”Nichola Miller Jazz Nite: 21-Sep, 6:30 PM, Morgan Creek Vineyards, 23707 478th Ave., New Ulm, . Jazz Nite with Jim McGuire Jazz Trio at Morgan Creek Vineyards. For more information, call 507-947-3547.. www.morgancreekvineyards.com/jazznite-jim-mcguire-jazz-trio. “John Philip Sousa Memorial Band The Bratlanders: 21-Sep, 7:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . MATT ARTHUR is a

fiercely contrarian Southern Minnesota blind man with a voice that calls to mind Johnny Cash, John Darnielle, and Nick Cave. THE BAND is led by identicallybearded twins, and the group’s rootsy sound is an amalgamation of rustic folk, old-time blues, early countrywestern, southern rock, indie dirges, and bombastic anthems.. 1001solutionsllc. com/the-contented-cow/calendar/#.

UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing: 21Sep, 7:30 PM, Signature Bar & Grill, 201 Central Ave. N, Faribault, Free. Eat, drink, dance and be merry with Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing. Great music, great food, great fun!. www.whillock. com/swing.

Pop Rocks Playing Live: 21-Sep, 8:00 PM, Grandpa Al’s, 28 3rd Street NW, Faribault, $3 . Pop ROCKS is not just a band; they are a HIGH ENERGY LIVE MUSIC SHOW that plays the BIGGEST DANCE PARTY HITS made to fill the floor! PopROCKS brings you the best of today’s hottest hits, 80’s rock, throwback hip-hop, and timeless classics all mashed up and delivered in a PARTY ZONE format! Pop ROCKS is what you get when you combine the music of a DJ, the theatrics of a Broadway musical, and the live energy of an Arena Rock extravaganza!. www.grandpaals.com.

Sintonik: 21-Sep, 8:00 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester, . Those who have witnessed Sintonik’s live performance have described it as a pure adrenaline rush.

With front man Kevin Owen’s soaring vocals, guitarist Anthony Mattox’s superior guitar wizardry, Markus Wells’ blistering solos, bassist Ronald Gardner’s ground pounding bass tones and drummer Chris Castro’s precise pumping rhythms the band is poised to take the rock revolution to the next horizon.

Description provided by reverbnation. com/sintonik. Fire at the Falls - Alternative/Pop-Punk band out of Cannon Falls, MN. Our debut full length album comes out this summer! Description provided by facebook.com/fireatthefalls/info.. www.wickedmoosebarandgrill.com/ events/upcoming-events/upcomingevents.html.

Life Tragic Playing Live: 21-Sep, 8:30 PM, Reggie’s Brewhouse, 220 North Cedar Ave, Owatona, Free. Live Band ‘Life Tragic’ at Reggie’s Brewhouse.. .

Karaoke Night: 21-Sep, 9:00 PM, Wings Tavern & Grille, 1805 S. Elm Ave., Owatonna, Free. Karaoke Night every Saturday at Wing’s Tavern & Grille.. .

“Big City Jon Wayne and the Pain: 21-Sep, 9:00 PM, The Garage, 75 Civic Center Parkway, Burnsville, . Jon, Teeto and Chuckie are the ultimate coast-to-coast road warriors having played an average of 20 shows per month for the last 3 years.

Their live shows are a powerful display of the trio’s ‘Reggae-Tronic Dub’. The band creates a unique psychedelic Reggae sound by blending Reggae-Rock, Roots, Pop, and Ska with evolving bass heavy tangents of electronic dub.. www. jonwayneandthepain.com/shows/.

Smoke Screen in Concert: 21-Sep, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . Smokescreen is an exciting rock variety band that has been entertaining audiences around the upper midwest for over 20 years. On lead vocals, guitar, synthesizer, harmonica and fiddle is Dwight Holmbo. Also singing lead and playing guitar is Clark Bledsoe, a sensational guitarist and vocalist from Farmington. Joe Holmbo, known for his incredible stage presence, sings and plays an amazing bass guitar.

Laying down Smokescreen’s solid and recognizable drum beat is Tim Boeck, of Minneapolis, an outstanding musician.. www.paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_ Events.html. (952) 758-7795 JNH Band: 21-Sep, 9:15 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, . A dynamic and vibrant part of the Midwest music scene, JNH Band has been knocking people’s socks off since 2004.Simply stated, they are an acoustic duo with a very big sound.

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While JNH Band has a smorgasbord of toe tapping covers in their musical inventory, they are better known for their soulful and lively originals. Description provided by facebook. com/jnhband/info.. www.bustersbar.com/blog/ event-calendar.

Bethany Band Invitational: 21-Sep, All Day, Trinity Chapel Bethany Lutheran College, 700 Luther Dr., Mankato, Free. The Bethany Concert Band directed by Adrian Lo will present an invitational concert. The event is free and the public is welcome to attend.. www.blc.edu/ events/2013-09-21/bethany-band-invitational.

Ashley Hall Recital: 22-Sep, 2:00 PM, St. Olaf College-Christiansen Hall of Music, 1520 St. Olaf Avenue, Northfield, . Come and join us for a recital performed by Ashley Hall on the trumpet and Horacio Nuguid on piano!. stolaf. edu/calendar/index.cfm?fuseaction=Details& id=21949.

Shaun Mitzel Band: 22-Sep, 9:30 PM, Arizona’s, 1244 Canterbury Road South, Shakopee, Free. Come to Arizona’s and enjoy live music featuring Shaun Mitzel! Video provided by http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4znOcvV O5a0&feature=player_detailpage. canterburyinnshakopee.com/arizonas-calendar/. “Doug Otto and Friends Northern Roots Session: 23-Sep, 7:30 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Join us for live music at The Contended Cow-A Northfield (MN); a pub with a British accent!. 1001solutionsllc.com/ the-contented-cow/calendar/#.Udhbv22z6Sr. 1.507.663.1351”Herbert Gronemeyer Dick Kimmel and Co.: 24-Sep, 7:00 PM, Sigurd K. Lee Theater, Bethany Lutheran College, 700 Luther Dr., Mankato, $5-$8. Dick Kimmel and his Bluegrass Band will perform. Dick Kimmel will also be presenting lectures earlier in the day on music and also on wild turkeys, both his areas of expertise. Tickets available at the door.. www.blc.edu.

Bloomington Jefferson Fall Choir Concert: 24-Sep, 7:00 PM, Bloomington Jefferson High School, 4001 West 102nd Street, Bloomington, $5-$7. Come out to enjoy the Fall Choir Concert located in the Jefferson High School Auditorium. Admission: Adults - $7, Students - $5. www.southsuburbanconference.org/ Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club: 25-Sep, 8:00 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $39.50$50.50. When the Buena Vista Social Club, a little known collective of veteran musicians from Cuba, recorded a self-titled album of lively folksongs, Latin jazz and passionate ballads in 1997, they immediately took the world by storm and ultimately won a Grammy for their efforts. Further propelled by an Oscar-nominated documentary by filmmaker Wim Wenders a year later and a series of international tours, the group and their music became one of the primary catalysts in the re-emergence of the Latin sound into the musical mainstream.. www.burnsvillepac.com/events.html.

Open Mic Night: 25-Sep, 8:30 PM, Bierstube, 109 W. 11th St., Hastings, Free. Sign up Bring your guitar (or someone who plays one for you) and the stage is yours! It doesn’t matter if you’re a FABULOUSLY TALENTED, polished and professional singer or if you’re just sticking your neck out! We LOVE them all. Lots of musicians just come down and plug in and play along so singing isn’t a requirement! You’ll have time for 3 songs (or 15 min max) and we even go through the list twice if we can.. thebierstube.com/events/. (651) 437-8259”The Fedarales Mark Mraz: 26-Sep, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Mark is a versatile singer-pianist specializing in popular music of the past 50 years. His repertoire includes hits from such classic artists as Billy Joel, Elton John, Frank Sinatra, The Eagles, James Taylor, The Beatles, Neil Diamond and more.. tavernofnorthfield.com/index.php?view= details&id=90%3A%22Piano+Man%22&option =com_eventlist&Itemid=6. “DJ Dance Party Duke Zecco: 50’s, 60’s, 70’s: 27-Sep, 5:30 PM, Indian Island Winery, 18018 631st Ave, Janesville, . Come out to the winery and listen to Duke Zecco sing songs from the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s!. www.indianislandwinery.com/id7. html. (507) 234-6222 Brent Brown: 27-Sep, 6:30 PM, Chankaska Creek Ranch And Winery, 1179 E. Pearl Street, Kasota, . Come out and listen to music by Brent Brown, relax, and have a glass or two of wine!. www.chankaskawines.com/events/live_entertainment. 507-931-0089 Scottie Miller: 27-Sep, 7:00 PM, Spike’s, 1525 Division St. W, Faribault, . Scottie Miller, (also known as Scottie ‘Bones’ Miller) is an American pianist and singer-songwriter born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His musical style is a combination of blues, soul, funk and jazz.

‘Sounds like Dr. John meets The Band at Bruce Springsteen’s house. Highly recommended.’

Tom Hyslop - Blues Revue Magazine. (Quite the comparison, and he backs it up with high energy performance, creative song writing, dramatic lyrics and impeccable piano playing.)

(Courtesy of http://www.scottiemiller.com/ Biography.html). www.spikesrocks.com/ event-calendar/.

Jorge Caballero: 27-Sep, 7:30 PM, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Avenue, Zumbrota, $14-$16. Naumburg award-winning classical guitarist, presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Guitar Society.. www.crossingsatcarnegie.com/page0003_Concerts_and_ Events_Schedule.html. (507) 732-7616 Rose Ensemble Recital: 27-Sep, 7:30 PM, Boe Memorial Chapel St. Olaf College, 1500 Saint Olaf Avenue, Northfield, . Founded in 1996 and based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, The Rose Ensemble performs vocal music that strives to stir the emotions, challenge the mind, and lift the spirit. Each performance illuminates centuries of rarely heard repertoire, bringing to modern audiences research from the world’s

manuscript libraries and fresh perspectives on history, languages, politics, religion and world cultures and traditions.. stolaf.edu/calendar/ index.cfm?fuseaction=Details&id=21775. (507) 786-2222 Engelbert Humperdinck: 27-Sep, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, $45+. His name comes from the 1911, century Austrian composer who wrote ‘Hansel & Gretel.’ His voice comes from heaven, and he has been a legend in the international music industry for the last forty plus years, with over 150 million records sold.

Engelbert Humperdinck has recorded everything from the most romantic ballads to the platinum-selling theme song ‘Lesbian Seagull’ for the latest Beavis and Butthead movie. His remarkable voice and extraordinary talent has endeared him to millions of fans around the globe with the MTV generation having just ‘discovered’ what a magnificent musician the rest of the world has celebrated for decades. Few people realize that several of the major forces in the world of rock n’ roll, including Jimi Hendrix and The Carpenters, started out as opening acts for Humperdinck in the late’60’s, 70’s and ‘80’s.

Lets not forget Humperdinck taking #1 away form the Beatles, as well. Prices may vary by venue.. www.engelbert.com/tour.

Bernie King & The Guilty Pleasures: 27-Sep, 8:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . Bernie Gibbs King was born in Roswell, New Mexico on Halloween, he’s spent his time mining the lessons of great performers and producing songs that are buffed to a fine sparkle and shine. ‘After hearing KING, even a godless heathen like me wants to go ‘Drinking with the Lord’. Cinematic, evocative, timeless, and a fine traveling companion, KING is king!’ Johnny Russia ‘Certainly a name that we should keep an eye on, Bernie King makes this ‘King’ for his own royal entrance as a singer songwriter.’ (Courtesy of http://www. reverbnation.com/berniekingtheguiltypleasures). 1001solutionsllc.com/the-contentedcow/calendar/#.UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 Jagged Edge: 27-Sep, 8:00 PM, Field House Bar & Grill, 1625 South Broadway, Rochester.

Come out and listen to Jagged Edge play! www. facebook.com/pages/Field-House-FormerlyRons-Place/181450818656151.

Hitchville: 27-Sep, 9:00 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester.

Country super-group Hitchville has quickly solidified themselves among the upper echelon of regional talent. Under the leadership of dynamic lead vocalists Heidi Owens and Matthew Kneefe, the group’s razor sharp harmonies are hardly the last thing attending ‘Hitchville Residents’ are talking about long after the smoke has cleared and the seven of them have left the stage. The combination of face-melting vocals and ‘don’t try this at home’ instrumental solos leads to an unforgettable live show in which the band has worked tirelessly to produce.

Description provided by welcometohitchville. com/bio.html.. www.wickedmoosebarandgrill. com/events/upcoming-events/upcomingevents.html.

Scarlett County in Concert: 27-Sep, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . No mopey country here! This band rocks your socks off. From the high energy vocalists, to the shredding yet tasteful guitar licks to the kick-ass rhythm section, this band brings the heat. I couldn’t decide who I was more impressed with. The singers just deliver song after song of listen-able tunes. The guitarist gives you country, but his incredible arrangements move into the realm of the coolest Jimi Hendricks-esq chord substitutions and then back again were stunning. The solid rhythm section kept people dancing nonstop for 90 minutes is a power house of driving rhythm combining the very best of country sensibility and hard rock. Really a great dance band.. www.paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_Events. html. (952) 758-7795 Andy Tackett: 27-Sep, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Andy Tackett, a great preformer who plays popular cover songs from many genres. Expect everything from the Little River Band, England Dan, and John Ford Coley to Johnny Cash and Glen Campbell.. tavernofnorthfield.com/ index.php?view=details&id=200%3Aandytackett&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Shaw Brothers: 27-Sep, 9:30 PM, Babe’s Music Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave. S., Lakeville, . The Shaw Brothers are a Premier Midwest Band that has been performing for over 16 years in Central Minnesota and the Twin Cities Area. The Shaw Brothers are a High-Energy, Entertaining Rock Band that engages it audience with good hits and a great time. They are without a doubt a Premier Minnesota Rock, Pop and Country Band. The Shaw Brothers are a High-Energy Dance Band that attracts Dancers. Be ready to party!. www.babesmusicbar.com/Events.asp.

Discover Eden Prairie: International Day: 28-Sep, 11:00 AM, International School of MN, 6385 Beach Road, Eden Prairie, Free.

Bring your family for a scavenger hunt, make a craft, enjoy a taste of ethnic food, and get your passport stamped as you ‘travel’ to Germany, China, Egypt, France, Dakota, Mexico and India.

Students perform throughout the day with song, instruments and traditional dances from the focus countries. Saturday, Sept. 28 - 11 3 p.m. Free International School of Minnesota Presented by the City of Eden Prairie and Eden Prairie Community Education.. www.edenprairie.org/index.aspx?page=17&recordid=1837.

Shook Twins: 28-Sep, 5:00 PM, Prairie Island Park, 1120 Prairie Island Road, Winona, . The Shook twins are identical twin sisters originally from Sandpoint, Idaho. They play banjo and guitar with beatboxing, looping, whistles, wawa pedals, tambourines and djembes intertwined.

Their identical, chilling vocal harmonies take the lead on most of their unique, quirky folk songs. ‘The sisters’ voices blend and braid with amazing clarity and depth, their guitars percolate brightly, and the intensity builds to in-

cendiary proportions with layers of percussion gradually added to the mix.’. www.shooktwins. com/site/tour-dates/.

Elizabeth Barnes: 28-Sep, 6:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . Elizabeth is an exciting young singer/song writer from the greater Twin Cities area. Her introspective lyrics and soaring voice are captivating and will keep the listener engaged throughout her performances. She is a talent on the rise and one to watch.

(Courtesy of http://www.reverbnation.com/ elizabethbarnesmusic). 1001solutionsllc.com/ the-contented-cow/calendar/#.UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 Rain Kings: Acoustic Americana, Folk: 28-Sep, 6:00 PM, Indian Island Winery, 18018 631st Ave, Janesville, . Rain Kings is an acoustic based foursome from Mankato, Minnesota. They Perform a broad range of music, from Americana to Blugrass, Folk, and Country.

Collectively, the four memebers of Rain Kings have played in 15 different bands and have a wealth of experience in all types of venues-from small clubs to arenas. Description provided by reverbnation.com/rainkingsmankato.. www.indianislandwinery.com/id7.html. (507) 234-6222 High Strung: 28-Sep, 6:30 PM, Chankaska Creek Ranch And Winery, 1179 E. Pearl Street, Kasota, . High Strung is a vocal harmonyfocused acoustic trio playing a melange of backtracks that span the blues-country-rock continuum. Join us for great music and hearty fare. Description provided by greatermankatoevents.com/export-calendar.php?page= 16&categoryid=2&catother=true&.. www. chankaskawines.com/events/live_entertainment. 507-931-0089 The Pines: 28-Sep, 7:30 PM, Zumbrota State Theatre, 88 E 4th St., Zumbrota, $18-$20. . www.crossingsatcarnegie.com/page0003_Concerts_and_Events_Schedule.html. 507-7325210 Ben Rosenbush and The Brighton: 28-Sep, 7:30 PM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $15 . This lyrical dynamic treat includes an eight-piece orchestral folk-rock band, complete with strings and horns. Special guest performances

by Chris Greseth and Jen Alexander.. test. lakevillemn.gov/index.php?option=com_ jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=4885&Itemid=1364&year=2013&month=09&day=28&ti tle=ben-rosenbush-and-the-brighton&uid=ce23 7ada26aa8cf634ef90221d31084.

SDub Sessions: 28-Sep, 8:00 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester, $5-$10. Dub Sessions feat. Kozvik (from Boombox Cartel), Shauncy and more...with special appearance by hoop dancers, Quante2m Focus. Saturday Sept. 28th. Doors open at 8pm. Tickets $5 in advance, $10 at the door.. www.wickedmoosebarandgrill.com/events/ upcoming-events/upcoming-events.html.

Optimum Trajectory: 28-Sep, 9:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Come catch Optimum Trajectory at The Contented Cow. We create innovative, exciting renditions of jazz standards and original music. Information courtesy of https:// www.facebook.com/pages/Optimum-Trajectory-Jazz/170767786268713?v=wall Image courtesy of http://www.optimum-trajectoryjazz.com/index.html. 1001solutionsllc.com/ the-contented-cow/calendar/#.Udhbv22z6Sr. 1.507.663.1351”Dave Holland Prism Concert Snak Attack: 28-Sep, 9:00 PM, OK Corral, 20201 Johnson Memorial Dr, Jordon, Free.

Snak Attack is versatile, professional and reliable and performs a variety of material suitable for night clubs, casinos, corporate events and weddings.. okcorraljordan.com/ category/music/.

Skewed View in Concert: 28-Sep, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . Great group of guys & one super cool chic. Simply put, Great Chemistry plus Great Talent equals Great Show. Vocally, Becky Sosso & Dale Luginbill have been singing together for over 20-years. Great vocal tones that were made to blend together or stand alone. Steve Ibe has many years experience playing coupled with a great ear and solid guitar licks...plus his amp has really cool lights. Definately a must-see.

Richard Harder (yes, that’s his real name) has eons of experience under his belt, and it truely shows. The dude can straight out tear it up. Dare I say shread?! If you ask nicely, he might even unleash some Eddie. Ultimately, when it comes to dancing, it’s all about the rhythm...right? Scott Webster is ‘slappin da bass, mon!’...ok...well, he picks his bass... but it’s still super cool. Last (and definitely not least), drivin’ this whole thing is Scott B. Clark.

A great drummer who is the glue that binds it all together. The bottom line? Skewed View is overflowing with talent - we have energy coming out our ears. Grab some friends and come on out to experience it for yourself!!. www. paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_Events.html.

(952) 758-7795 Matt Arthr & The Bratlanders: 28-Sep, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Matt Arthr & The Bratlanders Live Music at The Tavern Lounge. tavernofnorthfield. com/index.php?view=details&id=205%3Amattarthr-a-the-bratlanders&option=com_ eventlist&Itemid=6.

Mostly Cash: 28-Sep, 9:15 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, $5 . The Minneapolis based ‘Mostly Cash Tribute Band’ performs a captivating and authentic tribute to Johnny Cash, the ‘Man in Black’.

The show entertains while echoing the down home sound of Johnny Cash and his longtime backing band, the Tennessee Three. Tribute performances to the legendary Merle Haggard and Waylon Jennings are seamlessly mixed in throughout.. www.bustersbar.com/blog/ event-calendar.

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Tributefest: Remembering the Man in Black, Faribault - October 12th I’ve literally seen thousands of concerts. Having been an obsessive music fan for more than thirty years, there aren’t too many bands and performers left on my bucket list. Sonny, I’ve seen ‘em all.But if you were to ask me who is the one performer I’m happiest to have seen, my answer will be sure and immediate: Johnny Cash. It’s no wonder to me that the Paradise Center for the Arts has chosen to honor him with their (we assume) first annual tribute show. Announced performers include Jon Manners and the Rice County Roosters, illustrating how easily the man’s music cuts across generational lines. Cash is one of those guys who’d so popular, it’s like he never died. Some people are so much larger than life they create a legend that keeps there memory alive long after they’re gone. In the ten years since Johnny Cash passed away, his legend has just kept growing.

Tributefest 2013: Remembering the Man in Black will be Saturday, October 12th at the Paradise Center for the Arts.

Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door.

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From 25 Iron Horse: 28-Sep, 9:45 PM, Spike’s, 1525 Division St. W, Faribault, . Iron Horse Group (IHG) brings the hottest sounds of Nashville home to the Midwest. Playing at some of the area’s finest nightclubs, festivals, rodeos, and special events, they always leave their fans wanting more! Boasting three lead singers, IHG’s main focus is getting people out of their seats and bringing energy to the party. With a diverse blend of accomplished musicians, IHG offers an eclectic sound that ranges from Modern Country to Classic Rock. ‘A must-see band!’ - be sure to experience IHG at a venue near you! (Courtesy of http://www.ironhorsemn.com/countryband-iron-horse-biography.php). www. spikesrocks.com/event-calendar/.

3 Faces of the King: 29-Sep, 3:00 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, .

There has never been an American Legend like Elvis Presley. Experience what it would be like to have The King return to the concert stage to relive all of his greatest moments. ‘3 Faces of the King’ is the national touring show that combines the three most exciting

periods of Elvis’s iconic career to tell the musical life and story in song of this astounding American legend.

(Courtesy of https://www.facebook.com/ events/137589603095130/). burnsvillepac.com/bpac-home.html.

Bluegrass Concert: 30-Sep, 7:00 PM, Sigurd K. Lee Theater, Bethany Lutheran College, 700 Luther Dr., Mankato, $5-$8.

Bluegrass concert featuring Becky Buller with Dick Kimmel & Co. and Bethany String Band. Tickets will be available at the door one hour before the performance.. www.blc.edu.

Pickwick: 30-Sep, 7:00 PM, Turner Hall, 102 S. State St., New Ulm, $15+. Pickwick was formed in 2008 when singer Galen Disston began writing songs on his acoustic guitar while drummer Matt Emmett kept time in the background.

The duo settled on the name as an homage to ‘The Ostrich,’ an obscure dance song written by Lou Reed and released

by Pickwick Records in 1964. With the later additions of Emmett’s childhood friend Cassady Lillstrom on keys, Kory Kruckenberg on vibraphone, brothers Garrett and Michael Parker on bass and guitar, the six piece began playing shows in small clubs around Seattle. By the be-

the region. Description provided by reverbnation.com/artist_2113813/bio.. www.indianislandwinery.com/id7.html.

(507) 234-6222 Randy Zimmerman: 4-Oct, 6:30 PM, Chankaska Creek Ranch And Winery, 1179 E. Pearl Street, Kasota, . Come to relax and enjoy listing to live entertainment by acoustic guitar player, Randy Zimmerman!. www.chankaskawines. com/events/live_entertainment. 507931-0089 Sena Ehrhardt in Concert: 4-Oct, 7:00 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester, . Roots music label Blind Pig Records has signed singer Sena Ehrhardt, one of the freshest and most dynamic young voices on the blues scene today. The buzz about the Minneapolis-area vocalist is poised to go nationwide as word is getting out about her incendiary performances at clubs and festivals across the upper Midwest, and people get a chance to hear her brilliant debut recording, Leave The Light On, which was released on August 16th 2011. www.senaehrhardt. com/tour/.

Florida Georgia Line: 4-Oct, 7:30 PM, Verizon Wireless Center Mankato MN, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, . The Verizon Wireless Center is excited to welcome award-winning country duo, Florida Georgia Line to Mankato with special guests Colt Ford & Dallas Smith.

Tickets go on sale August 9 at 10:00 am. www.verizonwirelesscentermn. com/22231/Event.aspx.

Jamey Johnson: 4-Oct, 7:30 PM, Medina Entertainment Center, 500 Hwy. 55, Medina, Free+. When word got out that acclaimed Nashville artist Jamey Johnson was recording a tribute album to beloved songwriter Hank Cochran, musical superstars clamored to participate. The resulting cast, plus the brilliant and timeless Cochran songs, make this recording one of the musical events of the year. From the ranks of the Country Music Hall of Fame came George Strait, Emmylou Harris, Merle Haggard, Kris Kristofferson, Ray Price and Vince Gill, not to mention Cochran’s oldest and truest friend, Willie Nelson.

Veteran stars Leon Russell, Elvis Costello, Bobby Bare and Asleep at the Wheel perform on the album alongside contemporary artists such as Alison Krauss, Lee Ann Womack and Ronnie Dunn. Prices may vary by venue. www. jameyjohnson.com/tour/.

ginning of 2010 the band was in a state of disarray. Frustrated by the direction the music was taking, the band began having discussions about throwing in the towel and going their separate ways.

Up until that point band members had little to do with the writing process and simply added color to Disston’s songs.

Ultimately, the band decided to throw out all of their old material and start over from scratch with a new collaborative approach to songwriting. This rebirth allowed the band to take a new look at their individual and collective strengths, as well as look to new places for inspiration.. pickwickmusic.com/tour.

Stephen Carlson: 3-Oct, 7:30 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $11 - $12. Classical pianist performance.. www.mnsu.edu/music/ events/.

Mark Allen & The Key West Rejects: 3-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . The Key West Rejects are Mark Allen and a cast of talented musicians performing favorites from the likes of Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, Neil Diamond, Neil Young, Foo Fighter, and Buck Cherry-along with a repertoire of original tunes.. tavernofnorthfield.com/index. php?view=details&id=188%3Amark-allen-a-the-key-west-rejects&option=com_ eventlist&Itemid=6.

Mayberry Riot: 4-Oct, 2:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, $3 . The Mayberry Riot (TMR) is a five piece band, founded in Minnesota. Like the band’s name, its music contrasts from hard rock to mellow pop, from playful to serious.

Through all of its forms, TMR’s distinctive sound and lyrics seek to move the listener’s heart and mind. The members of The Mayberry Riot have a wide range of musical tastes and backgrounds, making it possible to find common ground with a diverse audience. TMR’s goal is to entertain, move, reflect and inspire and its greatest hope is you take these songs with you for years to come.. www.bustersbar.com/blog/ event-calendar.

The Frye: Acoustic Duo: 4-Oct, 5:30 PM, Indian Island Winery, 18018 631st Ave, Janesville, . The Frye plays acoustic rock trained on 1970s AM radio. The duo performs at nightclubs, festivals, concerts and private parties throughout

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David Church: 4-Oct, 7:30 PM, Zumbrota State Theatre, 88 E 4th St., Zumbrota, $25-$28. With an uncanny ability to sound like Hank Williams, David Church is a proponent and practitioner of what he calls ‘true country music.’ Crossings brings Church to the State Theatre in Zumbrota on Fri., Oct. 4, at 7:30 p.m.. www.crossingsatcarnegie.com/page0003.DavidChurch.html.

507-732-5210 B.B. King: 4-Oct, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, $49-$138. Riley B. King is a blues guitarist and singer-songwriter. He is considered one of the most influential blues musicians of all time, earning the nickname ‘The King of Blues’. He is also known for performing tirelessly throughout his musical career appearing at 250-300 concerts per year until his seventies. At age 76, he is still light on his feet, singing and playing the blues with relentless passion. Time has no apparent effect on B.B., other than to make him more popular, more cherished, and more relevant than ever. B.B. King is as alive as the music he plays, and a grateful world can’t get enough of him!. www.bbking.com/events/.

Jason Paulson in Concert: 4-Oct, 8:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . Jason Paulson band....Playing at WE Fest in 2013....plus they will be giving 4 WE fest tickets during there show.. www.paulys-pub.com/Calander_ Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Greg Boerner: 4-Oct, 8:00 PM, Canadian Honker, 1203 2nd Street SW, Rochester, . Singer Songwriter from Illinois - Playing acoustic folk, country and bluegrass.. restaurant.canadianhonker. com/live-music/. 507-282-6572”Martin Devaney Album Release The Abiders in Concert: 4-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $8 . Nothin’ but fun and great music for lovers of blues, country, and rockabilly. swing you sweetie on the dance floor or kick back with a cold one and enjoy the listen. The Abiders are equally entertaining as they are talented playing great tunes both covers and originals.

Julie Weisenhorn adds a driving rhythm acoustic and vocals that can be sweetas-pie one minute, and soulfully bluesy the next. Doug Molland plays the perfect gritty vintage bluesman, pulling off licks and lyrics that harken back to Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters and Howling Wolf. in the true blues harp tradition,

Karlos Weisenhorn rips up and down the harp putting his own twist on the ol’ mouth organ making you think of such heros as Junior Wells, Norton Buffalo and Paul Butterfield. Rick Anderson keeps the groove going on stand up bass, and his vocals have that great rockabilly twang that makes the crowd go wild. www.three-eighteen.com/ music.htm.

Urban Myth: 4-Oct, 9:00 PM, OK Corral, 20201 Johnson Memorial Dr, Jordon, .

‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ is a cultural hot dish of musicians and vocalists in which their song list reflects as well.

Everything from current to classic, funk to rock, R&B to oldies, originals to an occasional instrumental to show off the bands chops ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ delivers! The band has performed everywhere from street dances to nightclubs, weddings to corporate events and through out their careers have played all over the United States and even over seas. ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ brings a professional show to audiences whether it’s a nightclub or a special event with a relaxed, yet fun style of presentation.. www.urbanmythband. com/schedule.

The Listings: 4-Oct, 9:00 PM, Field House Bar & Grill, 1625 South Broadway, Rochester, . Come out and listen to The Listings!. www.facebook. com/pages/Field-House-Formerly-RonsPlace/181450818656151.

Ben Aaron: 4-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, .

Come listen to some great music and show your support for local talent.

Ben Aaron will be having a CD release party February 1 for his new CD ‘Blue Winter’. tavernofnorthfield.com/index. php?view=details&id=201%3Abenaaron&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Shirts & Skins: 4-Oct, 9:30 PM, Babe’s Music Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave. S., Lakeville, . Shirts & Skins emerged on the Twin Cities music scene in early 2006. Since that time they have performed at most of the major Midwest nightclubs and festivals, as well as garnered a large legion of loyal fans.

Combing high energy, an incredible stage presence and above average vocals and musicianship with what they call in the music business, the ‘ X factor ‘ , and you have one of the hottest young rising bands in the region.. www. babesmusicbar.com/Events.asp.

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PM, Kathy’s Pub, 307 South Broadway, Rochester, . Jon, Teeto and Chuckie are the ultimate coast-to-coast road warriors having played an average of 20 shows per month for the last 3 years.

Their live shows are a powerful display of the trio’s ‘Reggae-Tronic Dub’. The band creates a unique psychedelic Reggae sound by blending Reggae-Rock, Roots, Pop, and Ska with evolving bass heavy tangents of electronic dub.. www. jonwayneandthepain.com/shows/.

Betty and Ocho: 5-Oct, 6:00 PM, Indian Island Winery, 18018 631st Ave, Janesville, . Two guitars, hand drum, harmonies and piano. Description provided by facebook.com/bettyandocho/ info.. www.indianislandwinery.com/id7. html. (507) 234-6222 Branson on the Road: 5-Oct, 7:00 PM, Broadway Theater, 611 Broadway Ave., Wabasha, $20-$25. BRANSON ON THE ROAD is the kind of show you thought was long gone in this day of overproduced music, overused special effects and performers singing to tracks. Featured on national television, BRANSON ON THE ROAD is in the same tradition as the traveling road shows during the glory days of the Grand Ole Opry, the Louisiana Hayride and the first Branson music shows...and now, Branson is coming to you! The awardwinning BRANSON ON THE ROAD keeps you tapping, laughing and smiling from opening note to final curtain. The fast-paced, high energy show will leave you with a smile on your face and humming a tune under your breath.. www.

BransonOnTheRoad.com.

Music in the Vines: Davina and the Vagabonds: 5-Oct, 7:00 PM, Falconer Vineyards, 3572 Old Tyler Road, Red Wing, $20-$25. Davina Sowers and the Vagabonds have created a stir on the national blues scene with their high-energy live shows, sharpdressed professionalism, and Sowers’ commanding stage presence. With influences ranging from Fats Domino and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band to Aretha Franklin and Tom Waits, the band is converting audiences one show at a time, from Vancouver to Miami and across Europe. The band’s latest recording, 2011’s Black Cloud, was named one of the 10 best releases of the year by the Minneapolis Star & Tribune.

In 2012 the band performed in 21 states and 6 countries in Europe, and the band is hard at work on a new record (due for release Fall 2013), spending time in the studio between tours. Description provided by davinaandthevagabonds. com/bios/. $20 in advance, $25 at the door.. www.falconervineyards.com/ musicandevents.html.

The Tannahill Weavers in Concert: 5-Oct, 7:30 PM, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Avenue, Zumbrota, $26-$28.

Embracing both the mystical quality of Highland Celtic music and the rollicking, even brawling qualities of Lowland Anglo-Scots tunes, Tannahill Weavers add powerful modern rhythms and the penetrating sound of the Highland bagpipes like a thread of ancient memory running through it all. Tannahill Weavers play music pulled straight from traditional Scottish reels and jigs. But they remake the songs, bringing them into the 21st Century with driving guitar playing and the energy of modern rock.

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One of Scotland’s premier traditional bands, Tannahill Weavers play a diverse repertoire that spans the centuries and demonstrates the rich and varied musical heritage of the Celtic people.

These versatile musicians have received worldwide accolades for their exuberant performances.. www.crossingsatcarnegie.com/page0003.TannahillWeavers. html. (507) 732-7616 Shirts & Skins in Concert: 5-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . Shirts N Skins returns to Pauly’s for another party.....Rock on!!!

Shirts & Skins emerged on the Twin Cities music scene in early 2006. Since that time they have performed at most of the major Midwest nightclubs and festivals, as well as garnered a large legion of loyal fans. Combining high energy, an incredible stage presence and above average vocals and musicianship with what they call in the music business, the ‘X factor’, and you have one of the hottest young rising bands in the region.. www. paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_Events. html. (952) 758-7795 Sasha Mercedes: 5-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Sasha Mercedes is a chick-singer, guitarist and songwriter from the shores of Lake Superior. She is an entertainer.. tavernofnorthfield.com/index.php?view= details&id=89%3ASasha+Mercedes&opt ion=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Music of Sibelius and Brahms: 6-Oct, 3:00 PM, Mankato West High School, 1351 S. Riverfront Dr., Mankato, $5-$25.

Lose yourself in the sweeping music of two of the world’s greatest composers.

Both Brahms and Sibelius are classicists at heart who will shake your very soul with soaring melodies, gorgeous dialogue, and dramatic gestures. Hailed for his dazzling command of the violin, Russian-American violinist Yevgeny Kutik has become a highly sought-after artist on the concert stage worldwide and will lay bare the tempestuous soul of Finland. Brahms’ sense of evolving harmony and melody has made the Second Symphony a timeless favorite of audiences and players since it was written in 1877. A traditional concert experience.. www.mankatosymphony.com/ my-song-music-sibelius-and-brahms.

Branson on the Road: 6-Oct, 3:00 PM, Broadway Theater, 611 Broadway Ave., Wabasha, $20-$25. BRANSON ON THE ROAD is the kind of show you thought was long gone in this day of overproduced music, overused special effects and performers singing to tracks. Featured on national television, BRANSON ON THE ROAD is in the same tradition as the traveling road shows during the glory days of the Grand Ole

Opry, the Louisiana Hayride and the first Branson music shows...and now, Branson is coming to you! The awardwinning BRANSON ON THE ROAD keeps you tapping, laughing and smiling from opening note to final curtain. The fast-paced, high energy show will leave you with a smile on your face and humming a tune under your breath.. www.

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Bob Bingham and Gordon Thorne: 6-Oct, 7:30 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $11 - $12. Bob Bingham and Gordon Thorne performance.. www.mnsu.edu/music/events/.

University Jazz Groups: 8-Oct, 7:30 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $7-$9. University Jazz Groups performance.. www.mnsu.edu/music/ events/.

Dessa: 10-Oct, 6:30 PM, Rochester Civic Theatre, 20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, $12+. Dessa is a founding member of The Boy Sopranos, an almost all-female a cappella group, with frequent collaborators Jessy Greene, Aby Wolf and others. She also teaches at the Institute of Production and Recording and the McNally Smith College of Music. On March 2, 2012, Dessa presented ‘Mic Lines: Art, Ethics, and their Contested Connections’ at Augsburg College in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as part of the three-day Nobel Peace Prize Forum. Provided by Wikipedia. org. Prices may vary by venue. Photo provided by https://www.facebook. com/dessadarling.. www.doomtree.net/ events/. 507-282-8481 The Hunyuckers: 10-Oct, 7:30 PM, The Narrows Saloon, 3380 Shoreline Drive, Navarre, Free. My partner Brandon Lenz and I have been working together for 16 years. Brandon is an exceptional musician and a dear friend. We released a CD called ‘TAG: Shoulda Read The Rules,’ probably the best recording yet (we will be working on another shortly). And we put a little band together called the Hunyuckers. It’s just Brando and myself and a really good time. Covering the Everly Brothers to the Beatles and all sorts of Americana stuff in between. Our focus is on our harmonizing and cool covers.

For a good time, holler Hunyuckers.

(Courtesy of http://www.jodyhanks.com/ hunyuckers). www.thenarrowssaloon. com/nav_schedule.html.

The Afterwhile in Concert: 10-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $6 . Gina, Anthony, and Chris Cuchetti are siblings raised in a very musical family. They are three of

ten children. they spent most of their lives traveling in a bus with their family touring the nation and performing. They continued on with their music even after the family stopped touring. Collecting bits and pieces along the way from road experience, schooling, and other musicians, The afterwhile are always trying to absorb what they can and expound on their musical adventure.. www.threeeighteen.com/music.htm.

Cedar Paddle Band: Folk Music: 11-Oct, 5:30 PM, Indian Island Winery, 18018 631st Ave, Janesville, . The Cedar Paddle Band presents enjoyable folk music. Description provided by mnriv. com/cedar.html.. www.indianislandwinery.com/id7.html. (507) 234-6222 Barefoot Winos: 11-Oct, 6:30 PM, Chankaska Creek Ranch And Winery, 1179 E. Pearl Street, Kasota, . The Barefoot Winos started in 1989 playing it’s own distinctive brand of Blues. There energetic, soulful, live performances has captivated their audiences all over the Midwest. It’s Blues with an attitude.

What makes the band so unique is their depth of talent, blend of musical influences, and the ability to tie all together.

Description provided by reverbnation. com/artist_850094/bio.. www.chankaskawines.com/events/live_entertainment.

507-931-0089 The Resonance: 11-Oct, 7:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . Join us for live music at The Contended Cow-A Northfield (MN); a pub with a British accent! The Resonance is a rock & roll band from Duluth.. 1001solutionsllc. com/the-contented-cow/calendar/#.

UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 The Wailin’ Jennys: 11-Oct, 7:00 PM, Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $24.50-$39.50. Although known primarily as an acoustic outfit, The Wailin’ Jennys have a wide range of musical backgrounds that have formed their musical sensibilities. Soprano Ruth Moody (vocals, guitar, accordion, banjo, bodhr n) is a classically trained vocalist and pianist known as an accomplished, versatile singer of traditional and Celtic music and as the former lead singer of Juno-nominated roots band Scruj MacDuhk. She recently released her first full-length solo album The Garden, whose title track was the #4 most played song of 2010 on international folk radio.

Mezzo Nicky Mehta (vocals, guitar, harmonica, drums, ukulele), a trained dancer raised on classical music, 70 s a.m. radio and heavily influenced by alternative pop, was nominated for a Canadian Indie Music Award for her solo album Weather Vane.. www.sheldontheatre.org/events/TheWailinJennys2013.

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651-388-8700 Close to You: The Music of the Carpenters: 11-Oct, 7:30 PM, Fairmont Opera House, 45 Downtown Plaza, Fairmont, $10-$20. Considered one of the best vocalists of all time, Karen Carpenter captures the attention of a generation with her unabashedly catchy pop music.

The Carpenters’ beautiful, memorable love songs topped the Billboard charts with more than a dozen number one hits. This performance brings these classics back to the stage with spot-on rendition performed by singer Lisa Rock and her 6-piece band.. www.fairmontoperahouse.com.

Cheryl Wheeler Live: 11-Oct, 7:30 PM, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Avenue, Zumbrota, $24-$26. Cheryl Wheeler performances are a two-for-one deal: Audiences will relish her rich, soulbaring alto voice, and the next moment laugh out loud at her storytelling. While most have undoubtedly heard Wheeler’s songs covered by well-known artists including Garth Brooks, Bette Midler, Kathy Mattea and Peter, Paul and Mary, audiences discover works never recorded anywhere when they attend her show. Listeners will marvel at the magic of her beautiful voice singing perceptive lyrics that’s when they meet poet-Cheryl, writer of some of the prettiest, most alluring and intelligent ballads on the modern folk scene. Before long, there’s an appearance by her evil twin, comic-Cheryl, a militant trend defier and savagely funny social critic. Wheeler’s career started in the Baltimore, Maryland/Washington, D.C. area, where one of her first gigs was at a Steak and Ale restaurant. She released a few independent albums before being signed in 1990 by Capitol’s Nashville division.

After a short stint in country music, she settled at Philo Records.. www. crossingsatcarnegie.com/page0003.

CherylWheeler.html. (507) 732-7616 Brass Camel: 11-Oct, 8:00 PM, The

Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . Hailing from various regions of America comes a first-year St. Olaf band that changes the name of the game. Who ever said you can’t play hard rock and blues with psychedelic rock lyrics, 70’s style lead guitar, 90’s style chord progressions, progressive rock basslines, and timeless drum beats? (Courtesy of https:// www.facebook.com/pages/BrassCamel/178312825542443?sk=info).

1001solutionsllc.com/the-contentedcow/calendar/#.UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 Mike Mangione in Concert: 11-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $12 . Born in Illinois, and now residing in Milwaukee, Mike Mangione is quickly becoming a familiar name throughout the city’s growing music scene. Bringing an organically subtle, yet expressive sound, Mangione has drawn comparisons to such songwriting heavyweights as Ryan Adams and Elliott Smith. now touring behind his new opus ‘tenebrae,’ Mangione feels ready to spread that following to even greater amounts with much-deserved confidence in the album.. www.threeeighteen.com/music.htm.

Orchyd: 11-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . Orchyd is chaotic and intense.

Bass is deep and powerful with complex melody and pattern. The guitar is atmospheric and haunting. The vocals are soulful and sad. The music is droning and rhythmic with undertones darkness and pain. The lyrics are well thought out and are formed within complex rhyming patterns. The hooks are catchy and tend to follow an intense build up of chaos.

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UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 In the Fields in Concert: 11-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New

Prague, . Com eout and see In the Fields live and take advantage of the food & drink specials as well! Party the night away with friends and dance, dance, dance!!. www.paulys-pub. com/Calander_Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Nigel Egg (CD Release Party): 11-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Egg’s repertoire includes original blues songs, a few classics, and a very personal collection of soulful American roots music.. tavernofnorthfield.com/index. php?view=details&id=202%3Anigelegg&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Near-vana: 11-Oct, 9:30 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, . A tribute to Nirvana.

Near-vana was formed in 2010 to pay tribute the music of grunge pioneers, Nirvana. As of now, Near-vana covers about half of the original band’s major studio releases (including a good selection from each album), which adds up to about 2 hours of music. Description provided by facebook.com/nearvanamn/ info.. www.bustersbar.com/blog/eventcalendar.

Recessive Traits: 11-Oct, 9:30 PM, Babe’s Music Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave. S., Lakeville, . Cover band based in the Twin Cities area.. www.babesmusicbar. com/Events.asp.

Space Brother Anonymous: 11-Oct, 10:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . Join us for live music at The Contended Cow-A Northfield (MN); a pub with a British accent!. 1001solutionsllc.com/ the-contented-cow/calendar/#.UhU_PT_ he1K. 1.507.663.1351 Sesame Street Live: 12-Oct, 10:30 AM, Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Drive, Rochester, $18-$49. When the new music teacher’s instruments go missing, Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird, and more come to the rescue and

discover instruments they never knew existed. Children learn that everyone can make and enjoy beautiful music together!. www.mayociviccenter.com/ upcoming_events/eventdetails. aspx?eventid=18576&display=1.

Sesame Street Live: 12-Oct, 2:00 PM, Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Drive, Rochester, $18-$49. When the new music teacher’s instruments go missing, Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird, and more come to the rescue and discover instruments they never knew existed. Children learn that everyone can make and enjoy beautiful music together!. www.mayociviccenter.com/upcoming_events/eventdetails.aspx?eventid=18576&display=1.

“Haley Rossow: Gypsy Soul Skipdilly: 12-Oct, 7:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . Join us for live music at The Contended Cow-A Northfield (MN); a pub with a British accent!. 1001solutionsllc.com/the-contented-cow/calendar/#.

UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 Tributefest 2013: Remembering the Man in Black: 12-Oct, 7:00 PM, Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave., Faribault, $10-$15. Commemorating ten years since the passing of an American icon, the Paradise Center for the arts presents a tribute to the late, great Johnny Cash. Packing six bands into one night, Matt Arthur, the Rice County Roosters, Jon Manners, Lone Rock and more will play the music of Johnny Cash all night long.. www. paradisecenterforthearts.org.

Official Blues Brothers Revue: 12-Oct, 7:30 PM, Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Drive, Rochester, $24 . The Official Blues Brothers Revue recreates the live concert experience, integrating the humor and songs from the original film and subsequent albums.

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From 27 Dan Aykroyd, the Revue pays homage to Chicago’s rich history of blues, soul music and gospel in the true spirit of the original Blues Brothers. Under the musical direction of Paul Shaffer, Jake, Elwood and the high-energy eight-piece Intercontinental Rhythm & Blues Revue Band lay down a big sound, performed with the passion and precision of the original Blues Brothers. Fun for all ages, The Official Blues Brothers Revue strikes the right balance of humor, music and mayhem featuring Wayne Catania and Kieron Lafferty as Jake and Elwood.. www.mayociviccenter. com/upcoming_events/eventdetails. aspx?eventid=16344&display=1.

Bob Wootton & Six Mile Grove: 12-Oct, 7:30 PM, Zumbrota State Theatre, 88 E 4th St., Zumbrota, $20-$25. Minneapolis-based band Six Mile Grove back Wootten, and also serve as his opening act. Their energetic style compliments Wootton’s laid back stage presence.

Their brand of ballads and story-driven songs pays tribute to the simplicity and genius of Johnny Cash.. www. crossingsatcarnegie.com/page0003_ Concerts_and_Events_Schedule.html.

507-732-5210 Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing: 12-Oct, 7:30 PM, Signature Bar and Grill, 201 Central Ave N, Faribault, Free.

Come on Over the the Signature and Swing a Little Great Food, Drinks ,Dance Floor Featuring Ivan Whillock on Guitar and Vocals, Mike Hildebrandt on Violin, Tenor Guitar, Banjo,etc.. Paul Ousley on Bass, Mark Whillock on Drums, and Dallas Musselman on Vocals Guaranteed Good Time. .

Billy McLaughlin and Friends: 12-Oct, 7:30 PM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $25-$29. McLaughlin has astounded audiences around the world with his complex and rhythmic music for over 20 years. After being diagnosed with focal dystonia, McLaughlin ‘re-learned’ how to play the guitar left-handed using techniques that create a harp-like effect.

McLaughlin is a five-time Minnesota Music Award winner with 11 CD releases and a Billboard Top-Ten Chart history. $25 advance / $29 at the door.. test. lakevillemn.gov/index.php?option=com_ jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=4886&Itemid=1364&year=2013&month=1 0&day=12&title=billy-mclaughlin-and-fr iends&uid=83c0832af073f447a9f300dab89f6e5b.

Michael Monroe in Concert: 12-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $15 . From vinyl to digital, Michael Monroe is now in his fourth decade of performing his original music blending rich vocals, guitars, bamboo and glass flutes together... music and technology working together powered by creativity... he recycles his music ‘live’ on stage to deliver a powerful style of acoustic folk, reggae and jazz. his music and compelling energy is as much fun as it is innovative. His baritone and tenor guitars are made by David Seaton on the Gunflint Trail with local woods including the salvaged woods from the bottom of Lake Superior.. www.three-eighteen. com/music.htm.

V Play Band: 12-Oct, 8:30 PM, New Ulm Event Center, 301 20th Street South, New Ulm, $5 . Going out for Oktoberfest? Either way make your way over to the New Ulm Event Center (NUEC).

9:00 p.m. drink specials to be posted on website.. www.newulmeventcenter.com.

Diamond Back: 12-Oct, 9:00 PM,

Friendly Buffalo, 16722 198th Ave NW, Big Lake, Free. Central Minnesota has been home to DiamondBack since it’s inception in 1998. The band plays a great mix of the newest country heard on country radio, and of course a few classics and a little bit of rock. They are always learning new songs to keep their show fresh. Playing songs from artists like Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, and Keith Urban is just a start! They also mix it up with some Black Eyed Peas, Metallica, and even Nickleback. (Courtesy of http://www. diamondbackband.net/DiamondBack/ About_Us.html). www.friendlybuffalo. com/livemusic.php.

Audio Circus in Concert: 12-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . And witness the hottest party rock band in the Twin Cities They dare play combination genres like you’ve never heard! On the same stage, Lady Gaga and Social Distortion, Hot Chelle Ray and Korn, Michael Jackson and Jason Aldean! And what’s more? You are part of the show as you dance the night away!. www.paulys-pub.com/Calander_ Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Relativity: 12-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Relativity is known for power harmonies by twin sisters Linda Wilson & Sandy Jensen, who also add mandolin, harmonica & percussion.

Solid guitar playing & bluesy vocals

by Toby Jensen anchors the group. tavernofnorthfield.com/index.php?view =details&id=84%3ARelativity&option=c om_eventlist&Itemid=6.

The Whiskies: 12-Oct, 9:30 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester, . The Whiskies are a Twin Cities acoustic fronted band. Whether it be the two man show, trio or full band, the acoustic guitars lead the charge.

The Whiskies play everything from rock and blues to pop and current country.

Along with this pure sound, they bring two, three and four part harmonies and unbelievable acoustic leads you will not hear in any other acoustic driven show.

The show is geared to keep people energized, play what they want to hear and keep them on their feet. Description provided by thewhiskies.net/cgi/ wp/?page_id=13.. www.wickedmoosebarandgrill.com/events/upcoming-events/ upcoming-events.html.

Afternoon at the Pops: Latin Rhapsody: 13-Oct, 2:00 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $21.31 . Our 28th season gets off to a hot and spicy start as we welcome pianist, Nachito Herrera to play George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in blue.

This concert will also feature other south of the border classics, and promises to offer you a musical marguerita. Gershwin: Rhapsody in blue Gershwin: Cuban Overture Richards: Cuban Fire Suite: La Suerte de los Tontos (Fortune of Fools) Marquez: Danzon No. 2 Copland: Danzon Cubano Lecuona: Maleguena Anderson: Serenata. dakotavalleysymphony.org/ current-season/.

Jeff Ziegler and Nicola Melville Classical Duo: 13-Oct, 7:30 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $11-$12. Performance Series Event and Nadine B. Andreas Visiting Artist.. www. mnsu.edu/music/events/.

J. Cole What Dreams May Come Tour: 13-Oct, 8:00 PM, Myth, 3090 Southlawn Street, Saint Paul, $39.50+. J. Cole’s sideline days are over. With his first album Cole World: The Sideline Story,

the Fayetteville, North Carolina MC solidified his position as a bonafide rap star touring the world with hit records and then earning himself a nomination at the 54th Grammy Awards. Now with his sophomore LP Born Sinner released on June 25 on Roc Nation/Sony the once humble kid stands tall as confident man on a musical mission. *Admission price is subject to change by venue.. www.jcolemusic.com/us/events1.

University Orchestra: 15-Oct, 7:30 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $7-$9. University Orchestra performance.. www.mnsu.edu/music/ events/.

Fall Instrumental Festival: 16-Oct, 7:00 PM, Trinity Chapel Bethany Lutheran College, 700 Luther Dr., Mankato, Free. Bethany instrumental ensembles will be featured.. www.blc. edu/events/2013-10-16/fall-semesterinstrumental-festival.

Mercyme: 17-Oct, 7:00 PM, Autumn Ridge Church, 3611 Salem Road Southwest, Rochester, $68 . MercyMe is an American Christian rock band founded in Greenville, Texas. The band consists of vocalist Bart Millard, keyboardist James Bryson, percussionist Robby Shaffer, bassist Nathan Cochran and guitarists Michael Scheuchzer and Barry Graul. mercyme.org/tour/#!/ss:facebook. (507) 288-8880”Andrew Peterson Bella Ruse Performing Live: 17-Oct, 7:30 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $11-$12.

Performance Series Event and Nadine B. Andreas Visiting Artist.. www.mnsu.edu/ music/events/.

Chris Trapper in Concert: 17-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $15 . Chris Trapper began his career as the front man for late-90’s alternative rock band the push stars (capitol records). With four cd releases and several high profile national tours -- including a run with Matchbox Twenty -- the push stars served to establish Chris as an authentic talent. www.threeeighteen.com/music.htm.

Dan Israel: 17-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Much Admired and beloved

by Twin Cities audiences and fellow musicians alike, Dan Israel is a multiple Minnesota Music Academy (MMA) Award-winner with 14 CD albums under his belt.. tavernofnorthfield.com/index. php?view=details&id=151%3Adanisrael&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Tuition Daddies: 50’s, 60’s, 70’s: 18-Oct, 5:30 PM, Indian Island Winery, 18018 631st Ave, Janesville, . Join us for a great evening at Indian Island Winery with music by the Tuition Daddies from 5:30-8:30. The plays popular hits and jazz music! Description provided by greatermankatoevents.com/exportcalendar.php?date=2013/10/18&curr_ month=10&curr_year=2013&.. www. indianislandwinery.com/id7.html. (507) 234-6222 Shoot Lucy: 18-Oct, 8:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . Shoot Lucy (originally named Sinister Pig) was an idea conceived in a basement in St. Paul, Mn (as well as in a number of bars over many beers) back in 1996. After screwing around with instruments in the three-chord garage band Vicious Innuendo, Dave Berntson, Jeff Fox and Chris Berg decided to form a

band that might actually play in public.

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UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 Urban Myth: 18-Oct, 9:00 PM, Arizona’s, 1244 Canterbury Road South, Shakopee, . ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ is a cultural hot dish of musicians and vocalists in which their song list reflects as well.

Everything from current to classic, funk to rock, R&B to oldies, originals to an occasional instrumental to show off the bands chops ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ delivers! The band has performed everywhere from street dances to nightclubs, weddings to corporate events and through out their careers have played all over the United States and even over seas. ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ brings a professional show to audiences whether it’s a nightclub or a special event with a relaxed, yet fun style of presentation.. www.urbanmythband.com/schedule.

Pop Rocks: 18-Oct, 9:00 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester, . Pop ROCKS is not just a band; they are a high energy live music show that plays the biggest dance party hits made to fill the floor! Pop ROCKS brings you the best of today’s hottest hits, 80’s rock, throwback hip-hop, and timeless classics all mashed up and delivered in a party zone format!

Pop ROCKS is what you get when you combine the music of a DJ, the theatrics of a Broadway musical, and the live energy of an Arena Rock extravaganza!

Description provided by poprocksrocks. com/band.html.. www.wickedmoosebarandgrill.com/events/upcoming-events/ upcoming-events.html.

Jerry Rodes in Concert: 18-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . Although Jerry Rodes’ history dates back to the late 80’s... It wasn’t until 11/07/09 that the path to Rock ‘n Roll history was finally illuminated for the band. Through the years Jerry Rodes has seen members come and go, but Rodes and Johnny continue to create music together. Their new self-titled album has a classic 80’s tone but was influenced by artists from multiple genres like: Van Halen, Tesla, Brad Paisley, Fun., Taylor Swift and more. Whether it be jingles for Aaron Gleeman’s ‘Gleeman and The Geek’ on KFAN or 80’s power-synth songs, the two have created something that won’t ever die. Their career has been driven by two phrases: ‘Go big or go home!’ and ‘Be excellent to each other!’ Jerry is quoted as saying, ‘It reminds us to keep our head in the clouds and our feet on the ground.’. www.paulys-pub. com/Calander_Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Craig Wasner and Marren Brogger: 18-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Together, their style is a blend of folk and country with a smattering of blue and funk -- resulting in a live performance. tavernofnorthfield.com/index. php?view=details&id=203%3Acraigand-maren-wasner&option=com_ eventlist&Itemid=6.

Arch Allies: 18-Oct, 9:15 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, $10 . Why settle for one tribute band when you can see the classic three? Journey, Styx & REO. Be part of an epic night of rock with the greatest hits of these three high-demand bands. This is the place and party of the year!. www.bustersbar.com/blog/ event-calendar.

Younger Brother: 18-Oct, 9:30 PM,

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Babe’s Music Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave. S., Lakeville, . Younger Brother was formed in the spring of 2007 by a couple of brothers with a little extra time on their hands. Our vision is to entertain our fans with a night full of energy and great music; and to never let them down.. www.babesmusicbar.com/ Events.asp.

Warren Streets: 19-Oct, 6:30 PM, Chankaska Creek Ranch And Winery, 1179 E. Pearl Street, Kasota, . Come out to hear this Americana/Acoustic band play while enjoying a glass or two of wine! Members include: Kevin Torbenson, Marty Beil, Tim Maertens, Rey Alonzo. Description provided by facebook.com/pages/Warren-Streets/ 406449612736172?id=40644961273 6172&sk=info.. www.chankaskawines. com/events/live_entertainment. 507931-0089 The New Standards: 19-Oct, 7:00 PM, Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $15.50-$24.50. A ‘minimalist odd trio’ vibraphone, stand-up bass and piano that play and sing their favorite (and, you will pleasantly discover, your favorite) songs in a style that can only be described as heavenly: shimmering, warm textures, nutty jazzy solos and evocative vocals all evincing a consistently surprising songbook that will make you smile.. www.sheldontheatre. org/events/TheNewStandards. 651388-8700 Community Concert: Charlie Albright: 19-Oct, 7:30 PM, Wittenberg Collegiate Center Auditorium, Martin Luther College, New Ulm, . Pianist Charlie Albright made his Washington, D.C., and New York recital debuts to critical acclaim.

Hailed as ‘among the most gifted musicians of his generation’ by the Washington Post, he was praised for his ‘jaw-dropping technique and virtuosity meshed with a distinctive musicality’ by the New York Times. Over the past two seasons, Mr. Albright made his orchestral debuts with the Boston Pops as well as the Seattle, Phoenix, Lansing, and San Francisco Symphonies.. www. mlc-wels.edu.

Josh Turner: 19-Oct, 8:00 PM, Treasure Island Resort and Casino Minnesota, 5734 Sturgeon Lake Road, Welch, $35+. As a family man, a philanthropist, a devoted Christian, and a passionate sports fan, you might say Josh Turner’s commitments run as deep as his voice.

Of course, he’s also a double-platinumselling singer, songwriter and disciple of traditional country music, a mentor to up-and-coming artists and one of the youngest members of the Grand Ole Opry. All of those layers construct Josh’s new album, Punching Bag. His fifth for MCA Nashville, the record is a knockout collection of bluegrass-influenced barnburners, lonesome laments, and the slow and steady love ballads on which Josh’s trademark baritone excels.

The follow-up to 2010’s Haywire, which yielded the No. 1 hits ‘Why Don’t We Just Dance’ and ‘All Over Me,’ Punching Bag represents Josh in fighting shape.

Throughout all 11 songs, he bobs and weaves like a champ, exhibiting new range in both his voice and his songwriting. Josh penned eight of the record’s eleven tracks, including the rollicking title song that, he says, set the tone for the entire project.. joshturner. com/tour.

10 Cent Pistol: 19-Oct, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, . 10 Cent Pistol is an experienced group of musicians that love to perform and have a great

time. We play a variety of rock, pop and country hits from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and today. Description provided by facebook. com/10centpistolmankato/info.. www. bustersbar.com/blog/event-calendar.

Black Out in Concert: 19-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . Come on down and listen to Black Out play a little Match Box 20.....Rock On!!! From just north of Minneapolis, a musical force known as BLACKOUT is gaining momentum and about to take the Twin Cities by storm! BLACKOUT members are instantly recognizable by the dueling guitar riffs of Tony Zoff and Jeremy Newton, jumping bass lines of Russ Peterson, the incredible strong drumming of Donny March and the strong, authentic vocal style of Brent Hockert. BLACKOUT’S sound resembles a collection of Stone Temple Pilots and Ozzy Osbourne, with a little Black Crowes added for flavor and just a pinch of Prince. The result is a tasty style rock show that you’ll want to hear again and again. We pride ourselves on learning several songs a month always staying current but not afraid to go back and play our favorites from the past.. www. paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_Events. html. (952) 758-7795 Andra Suchy & Andrew Pierzina: 19-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Andra Suchy & Andrew Pierzina Live Music at The Tavern Lounge. tavernofnorthfield.com/index. php?view=details&id=184%3Aandrasuchy&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

A Salute to the Rat Pack: 19-Oct, All Day, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $22$51. Michael Matone’s Rat Pack returns to the concert stage in ‘Salute to the Rat Pack & Legends of Las Vegas!’ This exiting theatrical presentation features the greatest hits of Frank, Sammy and Dean as they held court over Las Vegas at their legendary Sands Hotel concerts during the swinging 60s! Nobody sang a song like Sinatra and his legendary pals Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. - and their madcap antics, complete with jokes, skits, impersonations and routines continue to delight audiences coast to coast. Join us as we salute the greatest entertainers of all time, taking you back to the golden age of Vegas when the Chairman of the Board and his martini-tipping crooners ruled the finest entertainment palaces in the world, Frank, Sammy and Dean will be joined onstage by the masters of Jazz Show Band.. www.burnsvillepac.com/ events.html.

Lonesome Ron’s Round-Up: 20-Oct, 1:00 PM, Harkin Store, 66250 County Road 21, New Ulm, $3-$5. Our last program has been so popular with musicians and people who enjoy their music. The gathering of folk, country and bluegrass musicians to bid ‘happy trails’ to the season and the colors on the Minnesota and the harvesting of the crops. While the Harkin Store originally closed its doors in 1901, we will be back as usual next season in May. Come learn more about the riverboats, railroads and grasshoppers that contributed to the store’s demise over hundred years ago, if not this year hopefully next season.

Admission is free to MHS and NCHS members.. www.nchsmn.org.

University Concert Bands: 20-Oct, 3:00 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $7-$9. University Concert Bands performance.. www.

mnsu.edu/music/events/.

Country Roads: 20-Oct, 3:00 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $51$71. Relive the magic and memories of John Denver in ‘Country Roads; a John Denver Celebration,’ the acclaimed national touring show, which celebrates the Grammy-winning performer’s heartwarming hits and timeless legacy. Jim Curry, the world’s most authentic John Denver tribute artist, is joined onstage by members of John Denver’s band, including special guests Jim Conner on banjo and harmonica (composer of ‘Grandma’s Feather Bed’), John Sommers on fiddle (composer of ‘Thank God I’m A Country Boy’) and Richich Garcia on purcussion. Over 20 hits are featured in this special evening of the stories and songs that have made this American icon a musical tradition. ‘Country Roads’ has toured the world to critical acclaim, and this special one-night only performance is not to be missed!. www. burnsvillepac.com/events.html.

An Evening with Slaid Cleaves with Scrappy Jud Newcombe: 21-Oct, 7:30 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $13-$15. Performance Series Event in collaboration with KMSU - The Maverick.. www.mnsu.edu/music/ events/.

Audio Adrenaline: 24-Oct, 7:00 PM, Calvary Assembly of God, 2988 60th Ave, Wilson, . Audio Adrenaline is a Christian rock band that formed in the late 1980s at Kentucky Christian University in Grayson, Kentucky. They have won a Grammy Award for Best Rock Gospel Album, which speaks volumes!

Audio Adrenaline has released 5 albums, all adored by fans nationwide! This incredibly talented group is incredibly entertaining! Don t miss seeing them live in concert!. audioa.com/. (715) 772-4625 Katy Vernon Trio With Michael Ray & the Nasty Notes inConcert: 24-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $6 . Katy Vernon is a Minneapolis / St. Paul based singer songwriter. She grew up in London, England and has been writing and singing as long as she can remember. She moved to the US after meeting her future American husband on a train from Amsterdam to Berlin. as lead singer for the group ‘The Camdens’, Katy played all over the Twin Cities. she was also nominated for a Minnesota Music Award for her song ‘Invitation’ which was competing for song of the year. During a break to raise two wonderful girls she continued to sing with a fun 50 s/60 s band ‘Fab Tab and the Teds’.. www.three-eighteen.com/ music.htm.

Best of Minnesota Opera: 25-Oct, 7:00 PM, Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $9.50-$14. Figaro, Figaro! Celebrate The Sheldon’s 25th Anniversary with artists from the Minnesota Opera, the Red Wing High School Choir, the Red Wing Singers, Shattuck-St. Mary’s Choir, and Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra.. www.sheldontheatre.org/events/BestMNOpera.

651-388-8700 Gypsy Mania in Concert: 25-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $10 . Gypsy swing ‘hot club’ jazz played by four of the Twin Cities ‘most jammin’ hot club artists, gypsy mania captures the hot club sound that has become very popular with audiences in

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From 28 the USA and Europe. The music of Gypsy Mania is based on the hot club of france sound featuring the music of Gypsy swing artists, Django Reinhart and Stephanne Grappelli.. www.threeeighteen.com/music.htm.

Concentual in Concert: 25-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . Concentual is a four piece pop/ rock band, hailing from Minneapolis, MN. The curious spelling of their name is defined: to possess harmony.

This definition exemplifies the band’s trademark sound. Concentual delivers their unique brand of rock ‘n roll with driving beats and punchy guitars, accented by clever riffs and crafty hooks. Their fine tuned melodies and harmonies soar above a rock solid rhythm section, engaging their audience with both their showmanship and polished sound. Taking cues from rock giants like U2, Led Zeppelin, and the Foo Fighters,Concentual provides fans with not merely a show, but a rock and roll experience!. www.paulys-pub. com/Calander_Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Lonesome Dan Kase: 25-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Lonesome Dan’s live performances showcase both his unique finger-picking style and dynamic vocals as well as his depth of knowledge of the history of the blues.. tavernofnorthfield. com/index.php?view=details&id=92 %3ALonesome+Dan+Kase&option=c om_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Maiden Minneapolise: 25-Oct, 9:15 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, . Maiden Minneapolis is the midwest’s premier tribute to one of heavy metal’s most influential bands......Iron Maiden. MM covers all of Maidens most powerful

songs, from the early years with Paul D’ianno, to later years with Bruce Dickenson. If your an Iron Maiden fan, or even just a fan of heavy metal, You are not gonna wanna miss this!. www. bustersbar.com/blog/event-calendar.

Devon Worley Band: 25-Oct, 9:30 PM, Babe’s Music Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave. S., Lakeville, . With its devoted following, the Devon Worley Band is quickly becoming one of the biggest names in the Midwest’s country music scene.

This multi-piece band is an eclectic mix of experience and recognition, distilled from their country, blues and classic rock influences into a lively and fun, always heartfelt, show - full of boundless energy and great sound.. www. babesmusicbar.com/Events.asp.

Johnny Holm: 25-Oct, 9:30 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester, . Leader and front man of the most widely known and traveled band in America, Johnny Holm is the most entertaining entertainer performing today.

The show is dedicated to the fans, and they do most of the entertaining. Mostly impromptu, the show moves with the speed of lightning and changes direction as soon as ‘the pied piper’ notices a lag.

‘Never a dull moment’ was never a more true description. Description provided by johnnyholm.homestead.com/Johnny. html.. www.wickedmoosebarandgrill. com/events/upcoming-events/upcoming-events.html.

Broadway’s Best: 25-Oct, All Day, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $19 . If you’ve seen the other Girl Singers productions, or , you know the talent and entertainment value they bring. In this latest creation, Colleen Raye, Debbie O’Keefe and Katie Gearty walk you through some of the all-time great songs of Broadway, including classics from My Fair Lady, Gypsy, Oliver and West

Side Story as well as newer musicals, Phantom of the Opera, Les Mis rables, Wicked and Rent. Always bringing fun and variety to every performance, The Girl Singers, accompanied by a trio of accomplished musicians including Musical Director Norton Lawellin, go from powerful ballad showstoppers to high energy tunes from Grease, Mama Mia, Cabaret, and Chicago. With drama, comedy, energy and loads of talent, The Girl Singers ‘Broadway’s Best’ is an evening of complete entertainment for all ages!!. www.burnsvillepac.com/events. html. “Best of Minnesota Opera Turner Hall’s Annual Gala: 26-Oct, 5:00 PM, Turner Hall, 102 S. State St., New Ulm, . Host, Brian Filzen; featuring, The Women of turner Hall Calendar; Entertainment, Deuces Widl Dueling Pianos.. www.newulmturnerhall.org.

Jim-Jam Band: 26-Oct, 6:00 PM, Indian Island Winery, 18018 631st Ave, Janesville, . Jim-Jam plays classic rock, folk, and blues! Description provided by greatermankatoevents.com/ event-details.php?id=14980.. www. indianislandwinery.com/id7.html. (507) 234-6222 Duke Zecco: 26-Oct, 6:30 PM, Chankaska Creek Ranch And Winery, 1179 E. Pearl Street, Kasota, . Duke is a crowd favorite and will play his guitar and sing songs from the 40s thru the 60s. Description provided by copelandoaks.com/EventView.aspx?EventID=429.. www.chankaskawines.com/events/ live_entertainment. 507-931-0089 Spooky Music 2: 26-Oct, 7:00 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $15$25. Building on the success of their 2010 Halloween season appearance at the BPAC, the Minnesota Symphonic Winds returns iwth an updated version guaranteed to thrill and chill. Stirring

music from the well-known classic Carmina Burana by Carl Orff will open the concert. After intermission, the band will share lighter fare drawn from the likes of the Lord of the Rings, The Phantom of the Opera, Wicked and Harry Potter.

Roudning out the show will be Eric Whitacres highly entertaining Godzilla EAts Las Vegas. Following the concert, enjoy live Big Band music and dancing in the BPAC upper lobby. This fund raising concert is hosted by the Friends of the Burnsville Performing Arts Center.. www.burnsvillepac.com/events.html.

Kevin Kling & Simone Perrin Live: 26-Oct, 7:30 PM, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Avenue, Zumbrota, $20-$22.

Storytelling and songs with plenty of laughter. A very entertaining night to be had by all. You can’t miss this wonderful atmosphere and unique entertainment.. www.crossingsatcarnegie.com/ page0003_Concerts_and_Events_ Schedule.html. (507) 732-7616 Monroe Crossing: 26-Oct, 7:30 PM, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, $21-$23.

Monroe Crossing dazzles audiences with an electrifying blend of classic and bluegrass gospel along with heartfelt originals. Their airtight harmonies, razor sharp arrangements, and on-stage rapport make them audience favorites across the United States and Canada. $21 advance / $23 at the door.. test. lakevillemn.gov/index.php?option=com_ jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=489 0&Itemid=1364&year=2013&month=10 &day=26&title=monroe-crossing&uid=2 e18258eee042e05047817fc34cd7e1e.

Elton John Tribute: 26-Oct, 8:00 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester, . A tribute band specializing in Elton John’s best music from the early 1970s. Description provided by facebook.com/pages/ Elton-Hills-Drive/350489984985043?i

32nd Annual New Ulm Oktoberfest, New Ulm October 4th & 5th, 11th & 12th If you want to go to Oktoberfest in Minnesota, would you honestly consider going anywhere else? New Ulm is the German capital of Minnesota, from the Alpine architecture, to the phone book stocked with Lambrechts, Millers, and Schmidts to the big statue of Hermann the German in the middle of town. No other town even comes close. The good people of New Ulm do it up right, too. Activities are scattered throughout town, including two indoor music stages at the New Ulm Holiday Inn, featuring traditional – and some non-traditional – German music. Eat German sausage! Drink German beer brewed at the Schell’s brewery (get a room at the Holiday Inn, and drink a lot of it)! Learn some German folk dance steps, or just pretend you know some!

German’s don’t party very often, so when they do you want to be around to see it. Do not miss this!

New Ulm’s 32nd annual Oktoberfest Celebration runs two weekends, October 4-5 and October 11-12. For more information visit www.newulmoktoberfest.com.

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Chris Brooks: 26-Oct, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Bar, 1325 Madison Ave, Mankato, .

Chris Brooks & The Silver City Boys are a premier Minnesota-based Country Rock band. This dynamic, high-energy

5-piece with great harmonies mixes Texas and ‘Red Dirt Country’ with Current Radio Hits and their spin on the Classics to keep the dance floor packed.. www.chrisbrooksband.com/shows.

(507) 389-8999 The Tracey Blake Project in Concert: 26-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . They have

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“The Secret Garden” October 5, 2013 3:00pm & 5:30pm Featuring a cast of up to 60 local school children, the actor/directors of Missoula Children’s Theater put together a full-length musical show in just one week.

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“The Magic of Jared Sherlock” November 14, 2013

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Best known as an old school Americana acoustic guitarist, Dakota Dave Hull is a Minnesota musical treasure. “Hull is something of a guitar god in his native Midwest,” – The Boston Globe.

TIM SPARKS & GREG HERRIGES THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2013

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Come and be entertained by this exciting young illusionist and comic magician.

Jared’s show fuses modern magic and illusions with comedy, dancing, storytelling… all in a rock concert atmosphere.

*DAKOTA DAVE HULL THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2013

Two of Minnesota’s best acoustic guitarists pair up for a rare concert called A Winter Wandering that features guitar music from around the world.

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CHASTITY BROWN & BARBARA JEAN THURSDAY, JANUARY 16, 2014

Ragamala carries their classic South Indian dance form into the 21st Century. Ambitious and evocative, Sacred Earth envisions the beautiful, fragile relationship between nature and man.

Chastity Brown, a Minneapolis-based singer-songwriter is one to watch.

She is joined by Barbara Jean an Americanafolk singer-songwriter from Grand Marais playing banjo, fiddle and viola.

“Sacred Earth” December 12, 2013

National Players presents

Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” February 12-13, 2014 For an ambitious couple gripped with murderous thoughts, reality is elastic. Witches, floating daggers, moving forests, and blood that refuses to wash away – who can tell what is real and what is imagined? * “This activity is funded, in part, by the Minnesota State Arts Board through the arts and cultural heritage fund as appropriated by the Minnesota State Legislature with money from the Legacy Amendment vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008.”

*James Sewell Ballet presents

“Lover” March 20, 2014 The incredible trio of Bradley Greenwald, Maria Jette, and Dan Chouinard join James Sewell Ballet on stage for a poignant and poetically comic revival of Lover set to the music of Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart.

RED MOLLY THURSDAY, APRIL 3, 2014

A Red Molly concert features gorgeous a cappella ballads, bluegrass-tinged folk and a touch of jazzy western swing, all done in Red Molly’s trademark three-part harmonies, signature dobro licks and inventive arrangements. This is music that is exciting, optimistic and joyful!

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*MINNEAPOLIS GUITAR QUARTET with GAO HONG THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 2014

Considered one of the world’s leading guitar ensembles since its founding in 1986, the Minneapolis Guitar Quartet joins with pipa virtuoso Gao Hong to perform a new work for quartet and pipa.

All pricing: Adults $15 • Students $9 unless noted.

All Performances at 7:30pm in Historic Newhall Auditorium unless noted.

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The Pines at the Zumbro State Theater, Zumbrota - September 28th If you pay attention to the Twin Cities music scene, there are certain bands and performers that the local media just seems to be in the tank for. The Ericksons comes to mind. As does Dessa, Cloud Cult, and even Duluth’s great indie band Low (which certain Twin Cities writers seem to be co-opting as a Cities band).

Don’t get me wrong. All of these performers are fantastic, and make great music. It just makes you wonder why other equally fantastic bands and performers only get a share of this kind of pub. Take The Pines, for example. Their latest album Dark So Gold was released in January to universal (Twin Cities) acclaim. And then, I haven’t read much about them since. I think I’ve heard someone mention them on the Current occasionally, but it’s puzzling that they aren’t getting a ton of love. This is a band that has come into its own. Dark So Gold, with its subtle melodies and quiet indie folk instrumentation, will be on my 10 Best list at the end of the year. Nothing against the Zumbro State Theater, but these guys should be playing the Beacon Theater in New York, or the Fillmore in San Francisco. The fact that you have an opportunity to go check them out in Zumbrota is ridiculously, unbelievably cool. Go. Next time you see them, it’ll be on Jimmy Fallon.

The Pines play the Zumbro State Theater on September 28th. Tickets are $18 in advance, and $20 at the door. Visit www.crossingsatcarnegie.com or call 507-732-7616 for details.

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From 31 say ‘This band is CRAZY good !’. www. paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_Events. html. (952) 758-7795 Rich Priener: 26-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Rich Prenier is one-half of the popular duo, The Tumeni Brothers, covering a wide and eclectic range of music from artists like Matchbox 20, Eric Clapton, Incubus, The Beatles, Alice Cooper and yes, even Lady Gaga.. tavernofnorthfield.com/index. php?view=details&id=147%3Arichpriener&option=com_ eventlist&Itemid=6.

Chris Brooks & The Silver City Boys: 26-Oct, 9:15 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, . Chris Brooks & The Silver City Boys are a premier Minnesota-based Country Rock band. This dynamic, high-energy 5-piece with great harmonies mixes Texas and ‘Red Dirt Country’ with Current Radio Hits and their spin on the Classics to keep the dance floor packed.

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The Debbie Davies Band: 26-Oct, 9:30 PM, Hooligans, 1400 East Madison Ave., Mankato, $15-$18. Performance Series Event in collaboration with KMSU - The Maverick. Advance purchase ends on Wednesday, October 23 at 12 p.m. Tickets will be sent to the address provided when you pre-purchase. $15 Advance $18 Day of Show. www.mnsu. edu/music/events/.

Scott Anderson’s MN Madness: 27-Oct, 9:00 AM, Medina Entertainment Center, 500 Hwy. 55, Medina, . A social event for everybody! Multiple D.J.s playing a Variety of Music: Ballroom, Waltz, Latin, Swing & Country/Western Variety.. medinaentertainment.com/event/scottandersons-mn-madness/.

Fall Choral Concert: 27-Oct, 3:00 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave.,

Mankato, $7-$9. Fall Choral Concert.. www.mnsu.edu/music/events/.

Fall Semester Jazz Band Concert: 27-Oct, 7:00 PM, Ron Younge Gym, Bethany Lutheran College, Mankato, Free. The Bethany Jazz Band will present their fall concert. Open to the public.. www.blc.edu/node/26618.

Fall Choral Concert: 28-Oct, 7:30 PM, Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center of Performing Arts, Minnesota State University 320 Maywood Ave., Mankato, $7-$9. Fall Choral Concert.. www.mnsu.edu/music/events/.

Reformation Choral Vespers: 31-Oct, 4:30 PM, Trinity Chapel Bethany Lutheran College, 700 Luther Dr., Mankato, Free. The Bethany Choral groups will be featured in this festival vespers service of music and the word. The public is warmly invited to attend.. www.blc.edu/ node/26617.

Zombie Prom Dance: 31-Oct, 7:00 PM, Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $15 . Live music with The Galactic Cowboy Orchestra. Fun, dancing, socializing and ZOMBIES!!! Dance the night away on our full stage with live music and cash bar. Bring friends (or infect them) and make a scare of your Halloween!. www.sheldontheatre. org/events/ZombiePromDance2013.

651-388-8700 KROC, ZROCK, Halloween Party: 31-Oct, 8:00 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester, . Come out to our Halloween Party!. www.wickedmoosebarandgrill.com/ events/upcoming-events/upcomingevents.html.

Greg Boerner: 1-Nov, 7:30 PM, Canadian Honker, 1203 2nd Street SW, Rochester, . Singer Songwriter from Illinois - Playing acoustic folk, country and bluegrass.. restaurant.canadianhonker.com/live-music/. 507-282-6572”Of Montreal America’s Got Talent Live: 1-Nov, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, $25+.

Don’t miss your chance to be dazzled live and in-person by the amazing and electrifying stars of NBC’s #1-rated hit TV show. For eight years running, ‘America’s Got Talent ‘ has entertained viewers with its own unique blend of incredible talent and one-of-a-kind performances, in a celebration of the American spirit. With a lineup led by the show’s brand-new Million Dollar Winner, the ‘America’s Got Talent Live ‘ stage show features many of the performers and fan favorites who won America’s hearts and received millions of votes from viewers across the country. Be there to experience all the energy and excitement of the blockbuster TV show, when ‘America’s Got Talent Live ‘ bursts on stage at a theater near you!. agtlivetour.com/.

Jason Roberts: 1-Nov, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $6 .

Born and raised in the town of south windsor, ct. jason roberts is now an independent modern folk artist based out of the musical city of minneapolis, minnesota. In 2011, jason released his debut album, ‘swing so cool, sway so gentle,’ and since his cd release at the acclaimed 7th street entry, jason has been filling up local venues with his catchy, poignant and endearing songwriting. influenced by artists such as ryan adams, norah jones, nick drake, andrew bird and ray lamontagne, jason created a sonically tasteful and accessible album, sure to captivate a wide audience.. www.three-eighteen.com/ music.htm.

The Band Perry: 2-Nov, 8:00 PM, Treasure Island Resort and Casino Minnesota, 5734 Sturgeon Lake Road, Welch, $30+. Since releasing their selftitled debut album in 2010, The Band Perry have ascended to dizzying heights.

Fronted by Kimberly Perry and rounded out by her younger brothers Neil and Reid, the band has notched a string of hit singles, including the quadrupleplatinum ‘If I Die Young’ (which climbed to No. 1 on Billboard’s Country and AC charts), the platinum ‘You Lie,’ and the Country No. 1 ‘All Your Life.’ They’ve

also enjoyed sold-out tours and a showering of honors, including multiple ACM, CMA, and CMT Music awards, as well as Grammy, Teen Choice, AMA, ACA, and Billboard Music award nominations all of which has cemented the sibling trio as one of the hottest acts in recent history.

But despite the validation that comes with such success, Kimberly, Reid, and Neil felt as if they were walking into the unknown when it came time to write and record their second album, which they’ve called Pioneer. ‘People hear the word ‘pioneer’ and they think of covered wagons or astronauts on the moon, but to us the idea of a pioneer is very modern,’ Reid says. ‘It reflects the idea of putting one foot in front of the other when you’re unsure how to get where you’re going. It’s about marching forward and making noise.’ *Ticket prices vary by venue.. thefansperry.com/tour.

Urban Myth: 2-Nov, 9:00 PM, River City Saloon, 201 Jackson Street #102, Anoka, . ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ is a cultural hot dish of musicians and vocalists in which their song list reflects as well. Everything from current to classic, funk to rock, R&B to oldies, originals to an occasional instrumental to show off the bands chops ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ delivers! The band has performed everywhere from street dances to nightclubs, weddings to corporate events and through out their careers have played all over the United States and even over seas. ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ brings a professional show to audiences whether it’s a nightclub or a special event with a relaxed, yet fun style of presentation.. www.urbanmythband.com/schedule.

Dance Chris Brooks: 20-Sep, 9:00 PM, Club 57, 204 2nd St. SW, Waseca, . Chris Brooks & The Silver City Boys are a premier Minnesota-based Country Rock band. This dynamic, high-energy 5-piece with great harmonies mixes Texas and ‘Red Dirt Country’ with Current Radio Hits and their spin on the Classics to keep the dance floor packed.. www.

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DJ Midwest Knights: 20-Sep, 10:00 PM, Ansari’s Mediterranean Grill & Lounge, 1960 Rahncliff Court, Eagan, Free. DJ Midwest Knights play your requests for the Dance Floor! No Cover! The music starts around 10pm!. www.ansarisgrill. com/ordereze/1/Calendar.aspx?cid=1.

“Locker Room with DJ JR Pop Rocks Playing Live: 21-Sep, 8:00 PM, Grandpa Al’s, 28 3rd Street NW, Faribault, $3 . Pop ROCKS is not just a band; they are a HIGH ENERGY LIVE MUSIC SHOW that plays the BIGGEST DANCE PARTY HITS made to fill the floor! PopROCKS brings you the best of today’s hottest hits, 80’s rock, throwback hip-hop, and timeless classics all mashed up and delivered in a PARTY ZONE format! Pop ROCKS is what you get when you combine the music of a DJ, the theatrics of a Broadway musical, and the live energy of an Arena Rock extravaganza!. www.grandpaals.com.

Scarlett County in Concert: 27-Sep, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . No mopey country here! This band rocks your socks off.

From the high energy vocalists, to the shredding yet tasteful guitar licks to the kick-ass rhythm section, this band brings the heat. I couldn’t decide who I was more impressed with. The singers just deliver song after song of listen-able tunes. The guitarist gives you country, but his incredible arrangements move into the realm of the coolest Jimi Hendricks-esq chord substitutions and then back again were stunning. The solid rhythm section kept people dancing nonstop for 90 minutes is a power house of driving rhythm combining the very best of country sensibility and hard rock. Really a great dance band.. www. paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_Events. html. (952) 758-7795 Shaw Brothers: 27-Sep, 9:30 PM, Babe’s Music Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave. S., Lakeville, . The Shaw Brothers are a Premier Midwest Band that has been performing for over 16 years in Central Minnesota and the Twin Cities Area.

The Shaw Brothers are a High-Energy, Entertaining Rock Band that engages it audience with good hits and a great time. They are without a doubt a Premier Minnesota Rock, Pop and Country Band.

The Shaw Brothers are a High-Energy Dance Band that attracts Dancers. Be ready to party!. www.babesmusicbar. com/Events.asp.

Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna: 28-Sep, 4:30 PM, Mall of America - North Parking Lot, Lindau Lane at 24th Ave South, Bloomington, $40+. Amaluna invites the audience to a mysterious island governed by Goddesses and guided by the cycles of the moon. Their queen, Prospera, directs her daughter’s coming-of-age ceremony in a rite that honours femininity, renewal, rebith and balance which marks the passing of these insights and values from one generation to the next. In the wake of a storm caused by Prospera, a group of young men lands on the island, triggering an epic, emotional story of love between Prospera’s daughter and a brave young suitor. But theirs is a love that will be put to the test. The couple must face numerous demanding trials and overcome daunting setbacks before they can achieve mutual trust, faith and harmony. *Ticket prices vary by venue.. www.tickethorse.com/event/cirque-dusoleil-amaluna/1557. “Crankshaft & the Gear Grinders in Concert Skewed View in Concert: 28-Sep, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . Great group of guys & one super cool chic. Simply put, Great Chemistry plus Great Talent equals Great Show. Vocally, Becky Sosso & Dale Luginbill have been singing together for over 20-years. Great vocal tones that were made to blend together or stand alone. Steve Ibe has many years experience playing coupled with a great ear and solid guitar licks...plus his amp has really cool lights. Definately a must-see. Richard Harder (yes, that’s his real name) has eons of experience under his belt, and it truely shows. The dude can straight out tear it up. Dare I say shread?! If you ask nicely, he might

even unleash some Eddie. Ultimately, when it comes to dancing, it’s all about the rhythm...right? Scott Webster is ‘slappin da bass, mon!’...ok...well, he picks his bass...but it’s still super cool.

Last (and definitely not least), drivin’ this whole thing is Scott B. Clark. A great drummer who is the glue that binds it all together. The bottom line? Skewed View is overflowing with talent - we have energy coming out our ears. Grab some friends and come on out to experience it for yourself!!. www.paulys-pub. com/Calander_Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Trick Boxing: 3-Oct, 1:30 PM, Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $14.50-$22.50. This smash hit physical comedy is told through rapid-fire dialogue, high-energy dance numbers, ridiculous puppetry, true love, and of course, boxing!. www.sheldontheatre. org/events/TrickBoxing. 651-388-8700 The Abiders in Concert: 4-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $8 . Nothin’ but fun and great music for lovers of blues, country, and rockabilly. swing you sweetie on the dance floor or kick back with a cold one and enjoy the listen. The Abiders are equally entertaining as they are talented playing great tunes both covers and originals.

Julie Weisenhorn adds a driving rhythm acoustic and vocals that can be sweetas-pie one minute, and soulfully bluesy the next. Doug Molland plays the perfect gritty vintage bluesman, pulling off licks and lyrics that harken back to Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters and Howling Wolf. in the true blues harp tradition, Karlos Weisenhorn rips up and down the harp putting his own twist on the ol’ mouth organ making you think of such heros as Junior Wells, Norton Buffalo and Paul Butterfield. Rick Anderson keeps the groove going on stand up bass, and his vocals have that great rockabilly twang that makes the crowd go wild.. www.three-eighteen.com/ music.htm.

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Mystic Lake Casino / Prior Lake / 11.1 ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ is a cultural hot dish of musicians and vocalists in which their song list reflects as well.

Everything from current to classic, funk to rock, R&B to oldies, originals to an occasional instrumental to show off the bands chops ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ delivers! The band has performed everywhere from street dances to nightclubs, weddings to corporate events and through out their careers have played all over the United States and even over seas. ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ brings a professional show to audiences whether it’s a nightclub or a special event with a relaxed, yet fun style of presentation.. www.urbanmythband. com/schedule.

Cambria Crush Grape Stomp: 5-Oct, 1:00 PM, Morgan Creek Vineyards, 23707 478th Ave., New Ulm, . Stompers must pre-register for this event.

Registration accepted during business hours Fri-Sun. Harvest Festival with competitive grape stomping - an honorable salute to the past growing season!

Take off your shoes and get ready to dance! Traditional Morris Dancers and Rakstar Belly Dancers perform on the winery grounds. Dancing, stomping, and revelry throughout the afternoon.

Winning stompers receive a free case of wine ($200 value). Best stomping costume wins a bottle of our seasonal dessert wine, Black Ice, or Sweet E. Costumes are not required, but sure make the stomping more fun! Daytime performing groups including the Minnesota Traditional Morris Dancers and the Rakstar Belly Dancers and the New Ulm Narren. Dancers will be performing from 1:00-4:00 pm on the winery grounds. ID required for winery grounds entrance.

Gate admission: $5 Tasting tent admission: $5 Stomper fee: $25. www. morgancreekvineyards.com/cambriacrush-annual-great-grape-stomp.

Trick Boxing: 5-Oct, 7:00 PM, Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $14.50-$22.50. This smash hit physical comedy is told through rapid-fire dialogue, high-energy dance numbers, ridiculous puppetry, true love, and of course, boxing!. www.sheldontheatre. org/events/TrickBoxing. 651-388-8700 The Tannahill Weavers in Concert: 5-Oct, 7:30 PM, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Avenue, Zumbrota, $26-$28.

Embracing both the mystical quality of Highland Celtic music and the rollicking, even brawling qualities of Lowland Anglo-Scots tunes, Tannahill Weavers add powerful modern rhythms and the penetrating sound of the Highland

bagpipes like a thread of ancient memory running through it all. Tannahill Weavers play music pulled straight from traditional Scottish reels and jigs. But they remake the songs, bringing them into the 21st Century with driving guitar playing and the energy of modern rock.

One of Scotland’s premier traditional bands, Tannahill Weavers play a diverse repertoire that spans the centuries and demonstrates the rich and varied musical heritage of the Celtic people.

These versatile musicians have received worldwide accolades for their exuberant performances.. www.crossingsatcarnegie.com/page0003.TannahillWeavers. html. (507) 732-7616 The Afterwhile in Concert: 10-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $6 . Gina, Anthony, and Chris Cuchetti are siblings raised in a very musical family. They are three of ten children. they spent most of their lives traveling in a bus with their family touring the nation and performing. They continued on with their music even after the family stopped touring. Collecting bits and pieces along the way from road experience, schooling, and other musicians, The afterwhile are always trying to absorb what they can and expound on their musical adventure.. www.threeeighteen.com/music.htm.

Orchyd: 11-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . Orchyd is chaotic and intense.

Bass is deep and powerful with complex melody and pattern. The guitar is atmospheric and haunting. The vocals are soulful and sad. The music is droning and rhythmic with undertones darkness and pain. The lyrics are well thought out and are formed within complex rhyming patterns. The hooks are catchy and tend to follow an intense build up of chaos.

(Courtesy of https://www.facebook.com/ orchyd.band/info). 1001solutionsllc. com/the-contented-cow/calendar/#.

UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing: 12-Oct, 7:30 PM, Signature Bar and Grill, 201 Central Ave N, Faribault, Free.

Come on Over the the Signature and Swing a Little Great Food, Drinks ,Dance Floor Featuring Ivan Whillock on Guitar and Vocals, Mike Hildebrandt on Violin, Tenor Guitar, Banjo,etc.. Paul Ousley on Bass, Mark Whillock on Drums, and Dallas Musselman on Vocals Guaranteed Good Time.

Audio Circus in Concert: 12-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . And witness the hottest party rock band in the Twin Cities They dare play combination genres like you’ve

continue to come back again and again each month to see what new will take the stage. The show is 21+ and appeals to all ages as well as your mother’s and even your grandmother’s should they need something to ruffle their feathers and blow their skirts up! Burlesque Jazz - Neo-burlesque - Vintage Tease - Comedy - Risque Fun - Live Dancing Dames - Drinks Held High Description provided by facebook.com/MidnightMuseBurlesqueRochesterMN/events.. www.wickedmoosebarandgrill.com/ events/upcoming-events/upcomingevents.html.

Chris Brooks: 26-Oct, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Bar, 1325 Madison Ave, Mankato. Chris Brooks & The Silver City Boys are a premier Minnesota-based Country Rock band. This dynamic, high-energy 5-piece with great harmonies mixes Texas and ‘Red Dirt Country’ with Current Radio Hits and their spin on the Classics to keep the dance floor packed.. www. chrisbrooksband.com/shows. (507) 389-8999 Zorongo Flamenco Dance Performance: 28-Oct, 7:00 PM, Gallery, Ylvisaker Fine Arts Center, Bethany Lutheran College, Mankato, Free. The Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre and School will visit Bethany with a performance of flamenco music, singing, and dance in the Ylvisaker Fine Arts Center at 7 p.m.This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultual heritage fund.There is no admission fee for the performance and seating is general with tickets at the door.. www.blc.edu/node/26689.

Zombie Prom Dance: 31-Oct, 7:00 PM, Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $15 . Live music with The Galactic Cowboy Orchestra. Fun, dancing, socializing and ZOMBIES!!! Dance the night away on our full stage with live music and cash bar. Bring friends (or infect them) and make a scare of your Halloween!. www.sheldontheatre. org/events/ZombiePromDance2013.

651-388-8700 America’s Got Talent Live: 1-Nov, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, $25+.

Don’t miss your chance to be dazzled live and in-person by the amazing and electrifying stars of NBC’s #1-rated hit TV show. For eight years running, ‘America’s Got Talent ‘ has entertained viewers with its own unique blend of incredible talent and one-of-a-kind performances, in a celebration of the American spirit. With a lineup led by the

never heard! On the same stage, Lady Gaga and Social Distortion, Hot Chelle Ray and Korn, Michael Jackson and Jason Aldean! And what’s more? You are part of the show as you dance the night away!. www.paulys-pub.com/Calander_ Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Urban Myth: 18-Oct, 9:00 PM, Arizona’s, 1244 Canterbury Road South, Shakopee, . ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ is a cultural hot dish of musicians and vocalists in which their song list reflects as well.

Everything from current to classic, funk to rock, R&B to oldies, originals to an occasional instrumental to show off the bands chops ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ delivers! The band has performed everywhere from street dances to nightclubs, weddings to corporate events and through out their careers have played all over the United States and even over seas. ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ brings a professional show to audiences whether it’s a nightclub or a special event with a relaxed, yet fun style of presentation.. www.urbanmythband.com/schedule.

Pop Rocks: 18-Oct, 9:00 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester, . Pop ROCKS is not just a band; they are a high energy live music show that plays the biggest dance party hits made to fill the floor! Pop ROCKS brings you the best of today’s hottest hits, 80’s rock, throwback hip-hop, and timeless classics all mashed up and delivered in a party zone format!

Pop ROCKS is what you get when you combine the music of a DJ, the theatrics of a Broadway musical, and the live energy of an Arena Rock extravaganza!

Description provided by poprocksrocks. com/band.html.. www.wickedmoosebarandgrill.com/events/upcoming-events/ upcoming-events.html.

Drag Show: 19-Oct, 8:00 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester, . Come out and watch the Drag Show!. www.wickedmoosebarandgrill.com/events/upcoming-events/ upcoming-events.html.

Burlesque: 24-Oct, 8:00 PM, Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, 1201 Eastgate Dr. SE, Rochester, . Top drawer burlesque acts from across the country perform everything from the ridiculous to the randy at The Wicked Moose in Rochester, MN. Local burlesque cutie, Musette the Mistress of Mischief produces and performs the Midnight Muse Burlesque show in Rochester. People enjoy a night out where they can laugh and blush at this risque event filled with glamour, silly antics, and contests that involves the audience members. No one ever leaves disappointed, and people

show’s brand-new Million Dollar Winner, the ‘America’s Got Talent Live ‘ stage show features many of the performers and fan favorites who won America’s hearts and received millions of votes from viewers across the country. Be there to experience all the energy and excitement of the blockbuster TV show, when ‘America’s Got Talent Live ‘ bursts on stage at a theater near you!. agtlivetour.com/.

Film Films4Peace: 21-Sep, 10:00 AM, Rochester Art Center, 40 Civic Center Dr. SE, Rochester, . Screening at Rochester Art Center in partnership with Puma for World Peace Day.. www.rochesterartcenter.org/events/events.html.

507-282-8629 Discover Eden Prairie: Engaging Communities Through Film: 26-Sep, 6:30 PM, Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie, Free.

Independent Television Service (ITVS) provides community discussion around important social issues raised in films from the Emmy Award-winning PBS seriesIndependent Lens. Join us for a film screening and discussion with local guest speakers. Walk away educated and empowered with resources and action steps. Visit communitycinema.org/films to find a full list of films. Thursday, Sept.

26 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Presented by the City of Eden Prairie and Eden Prairie Community Education.. www.edenprairie.org/ index.aspx?page=17&recordid=1839.

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Nightlife Chris Brooks: 20-Sep, 9:00 PM, Club 57, 204 2nd St. SW, Waseca. Chris Brooks & The Silver City Boys are a premier Minnesota-based Country Rock band.

This dynamic, high-energy 5-piece with great harmonies mixes Texas and ‘Red Dirt Country’ with Current Radio Hits and their spin on the Classics to keep the dance floor packed.. www. chrisbrooksband.com/shows.

Gary Gulman: 20-Sep, 9:45 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Gary Gulman always knew he wanted to be a comedian and his humor is unique, clever and highly entertaining. Gulman always loved late night television and dreamed of being a guest one day. That dream came true and he has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The

The Contented Cow / Northfield / 10.11 Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and Craig Kilborn, Last Call with Carson Daly, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, Comedy Central (1 hr Special ‘Gary Gulman: Boyish Man’), Showtime Presents Gary Gulman, Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen, Jimmy Kimmel Live, HBO’s ‘Dane Cook’s Tourgasm,’ Last Comic Standing Seasons 2 and 3 (Runner UP), and was a guest star on Last Comic Standing Season 4.. www.houseofcomedy.net/ comics_details.asp?ID=180.

DJ Midwest Knights: 20-Sep, 10:00 PM, Ansari’s Mediterranean Grill & Lounge, 1960 Rahncliff Court, Eagan, Free. DJ Midwest Knights play your requests for the Dance Floor! No Cover! The music starts around 10pm!. www.ansarisgrill. com/ordereze/1/Calendar.aspx?cid=1.

“Locker Room with DJ JR Poker: 21-Sep, 1:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, Free. Free to play! Cash pay out $100. Drink special.. www.bustersbar.com/blog/event-calendar. “Bingo Hastings Cruise-In Night: 21-Sep, 5:00 PM, RJ’s Tavern Hastings, 106 2nd St. E, Hastings, Free. Quickly becoming one of the hottest destinations in the state for classic cars historic downtown Hastings hosts hundeds of classic cars and thousands of visitors every other Saturday night all summer long in a fun, family-friendly, carnival-like atmosphere and RJ’s Tavern is the location where everyone wants to be. Come check out the cars, and then stop in and park it with us for a while.. rjstavern.com/live-musicevents/. 651-437-8772”Nichola Miller Gary Gulman: 21-Sep, 7:00 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Gary Gulman always knew he wanted to be a comedian and his humor is unique, clever and highly entertaining. Gulman always loved late night television and

dreamed of being a guest one day. That dream came true and he has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and Craig Kilborn, Last Call with Carson Daly, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, Comedy Central (1 hr Special ‘Gary Gulman: Boyish Man’), Showtime Presents Gary Gulman, Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen, Jimmy Kimmel Live, HBO’s ‘Dane Cook’s Tourgasm,’ Last Comic Standing Seasons 2 and 3 (Runner UP), and was a guest star on Last Comic Standing Season 4.. www.houseofcomedy.net/ comics_details.asp?ID=180. “331 Drinkin’ Spelling Bee The Bratlanders: 21-Sep, 7:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . MATT ARTHUR is a fiercely contrarian Southern Minnesota blind man with a voice that calls to mind Johnny Cash, John Darnielle, and Nick Cave. THE BAND is led by identicallybearded twins, and the group’s rootsy sound is an amalgamation of rustic folk, old-time blues, early countrywestern, southern rock, indie dirges, and bombastic anthems.. 1001solutionsllc. com/the-contented-cow/calendar/#.

UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 Smoke Screen in Concert: 21-Sep, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague. Smokescreen is an exciting rock variety band that has been entertaining audiences around the upper midwest for over 20 years. On lead vocals, guitar, synthesizer, harmonica and fiddle is Dwight Holmbo. Also singing lead and playing guitar is Clark Bledsoe, a sensational guitarist and vocalist from Farmington. Joe Holmbo, known for his incredible stage presence, sings and plays an amazing bass guitar. Laying down Smokescreen’s solid and recognizable drum beat is Tim Boeck, of Minne-

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From 33 apolis, an outstanding musician.. www. paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_Events. html. (952) 758-7795 Gary Gulman: 21-Sep, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Gary Gulman always knew he wanted to be a comedian and his humor is unique, clever and highly entertaining. Gulman always loved late night television and dreamed of being a guest one day. That dream came true and he has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and Craig Kilborn, Last Call with Carson Daly, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, Comedy Central (1 hr Special ‘Gary Gulman: Boyish Man’), Showtime Presents Gary Gulman, Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen, Jimmy Kimmel Live, HBO’s ‘Dane Cook’s Tourgasm,’ Last Comic Standing Seasons 2 and 3 (Runner UP), and was a guest star on Last Comic Standing Season 4.. www.houseofcomedy.net/ comics_details.asp?ID=180.

Conspiracy & A Pint: 22-Sep, 6:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . Join us for Conspiracy and a Pint at The Contended Cow-A Northfield (MN); a pub with a British accent!. 1001solutionsllc.com/ the-contented-cow/calendar/#.UhU_PT_ he1K. 1.507.663.1351”Sunday Funday Sex Toy Bargo: 22-Sep, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1325 Madison Avenue, Mankato, Free. Come experience a good time, laughs, and adult toys while having fun with your friends!. www.bustersbar.com/blog/ event-calendar. “Shaun Mitzel Band Northern Roots Session: 23-Sep, 7:30 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Join us for live music at The Contended Cow-A Northfield (MN); a pub with a British accent!. 1001solutionsllc.com/thecontented-cow/calendar/#.Udhbv22z6Sr. 1.507.663.1351”The Monday Night Comedy Show Bingo: 24-Sep, 7:00 PM, Casper’s Cherokee of Eagan, 4625 Nicols Road, Eagan, . Join us at Caspers every Tuesday for Bingo! With 2 progressive jackpots up to $1,100 and video racing with Bingo Balls! Presented by the Metro Baseball League. casperscherokee.com/.

Texas Hold’em Tuesdays: 24-Sep, 7:00 PM, Bogart’s Place, 14917 Garrett Avenue, Apple Valley, Free. Come out to Bogart’s place and play Texas Hold ‘Em every Tuesday with games at 7pm and 9pm!. www.bogartsplace.com/.

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Come sing Karaoke hosted by Extreme Entertainment every Tuesday starting at 9:30pm. Get a group of friends together and show off your pipes!. www. ansarisgrill.com/ordereze/1/Calendar. aspx?cid=1. “Team Trivia Bingo: 25-Sep, 7:00 PM, Ansari’s Mediterranean Grill & Lounge, 1960 Rahncliff Court, Eagan. Join us on Wednesday night for our Greek Buffet, then Bingo starts at 7pm with prizes up to $1,199.. www.ansarisgrill.com/ordereze/1/Calendar.aspx?cid=1.

Bar Bingo: 25-Sep, 7:00 PM, Neisen’s Sports Bar and Grill, 4851 West 123rd Street, Savage, . Join us at Neisen’s every Wednesday for Bar Bingo, with 2 progressive jackpots up to $1,100.00!. www.restaurantsportsbarbanquetmn. com/music---events.html. “Bingo Trivial Trivia: 25-Sep, 7:30 PM, Buffalo Wild Wings - Mall of America, 312 South Avenue - S312, Bloomington, . Test your knowledge every Wednesday night at 7:30pm!. loosegravel.biz/styled/index. html. “Trailer Park Trivia with Bernie Trivia Mafia: 25-Sep, 9:00 PM, Old Chicago-Apple Valley, 14998 Glazier Avenue, Apple Valley, Free. Trivia Mafia runs the best pub trivia in Minnesota.

Trivia Mafia give you something cheap and fun to do in the Twin Cities on any given night of the week (especially those days when it’s hard to find stuff to do.

Trivia Mafia gives away great prizes to teams who know their stuff. I still can’t believe they built an Old Chicago that holds over 2,000 people, but I counted last night, and I’m sure there were at least 2,100 trivia players. It’s just nuts at Old Chi-town in the Valley of Apples. If you want to compete with the finest trivia minds that Minnesota has to offer, there’s not a better option.

Need more enticing? Well, that’s easy.

All trivia players are allotted at least 2 minutes of forced conversation with yours truly. Yeah. Two minutes of conversational bliss with me! No eye contact though...I’m not into that.. triviamafia.com/old-chicago-apple-valley/.

“Wednesday Night Trivia Poker Night: 26-Sep, 7:30 PM, Neisen’s Sports Bar and Grill, 4851 West 123rd Street, Savage, . Every Thurday we will be playing Texas Hold’em in the from bar! Come and try your hand at it!. www.restaurantsportsbarbanquetmn. com/music---events.html. “Billy Bragg DJ Nick Live: 26-Sep, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . Come out for great entertainment by DJ Nick

on Thursday night! Dance the night away with friend and take advantage of food & drink specials too!!. www. paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_Events. html. (952) 758-7795”Serendipity Karaoke Rockin’ Hollywoods: 27-Sep, 7:00 PM, Medina Entertainment Center, 500 Hwy. 55, Medina, $12 . The Rockin’ Hollywoods play music from the 50’s all the way to the 80’s!. medinaentertainment. com/event/rockin-hollywoods-12/.

Big Zombie Hunter Paintball Adventure Ride: 27-Sep, 7:00 PM, The Haunting Experience On Hwy 61, 10900 E. Pt. Douglas Rd., Cottage Grove, $10+. The evil residents of our land have some diabolical hobbies. One of them happens to be Voodoo. While sacrificing a chicken in his backwoods shack one night, Uncle Ezra read the wrong passage from his book of incantations. Instead of conjuring a young, pretty, devoted minion as intended, he managed to wake the dead! And give rise to a horde of brain-thirsty zombie slime! Hop on our outfitted trailer, grab a weapon, and start plugging away. Help us rid our land of Ezra’s little vermin problem!. hauntingexperience.com/big-zombie-hunter. “The Haunting Experience On Hwy 61 Comedian Claude Stuart: 27-Sep, 7:30 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Claude Stuart is a human cartoon onstage.

Claude worked for HBO’s ‘Dennis Miller Live!’ for 3 seasons; he has also appeared in t.v. shows such as ‘Comics Unleashed’;’That 70 Show’ ‘Scrubs’ ;’The Best Damn Sports Show, Period!’, MTV, ‘Last Comic Standing’, E’s ‘Talk Soup!’, and ‘Beverly Hills 90210. So what can you expect from this optimistic, hyperactive dyslexic from Mississippi? His hilarious physicality, shameless bad luck stories, unpredictable audience improv, and nonstop energy make him a unique, top-notch ‘must-see’ comedian. Benny has as many personalities as he does voices, and not one of them is the voice of reason. He makes the joke sound simple but you will still be thinking about it a hour later. Benny highlights the humor of everyday life, along with the humor of lives you never imagined.. www.gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml.

“Terry Dubois Scarlett County in Concert: 27-Sep, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . No mopey country here! This band rocks your socks off.

From the high energy vocalists, to the shredding yet tasteful guitar licks to the kick-ass rhythm section, this band brings the heat. I couldn’t decide who I was more impressed with. The

singers just deliver song after song of listen-able tunes. The guitarist gives you country, but his incredible arrangements move into the realm of the coolest Jimi Hendricks-esq chord substitutions and then back again were stunning. The solid rhythm section kept people dancing nonstop for 90 minutes is a power house of driving rhythm combining the very best of country sensibility and hard rock. Really a great dance band.. www. paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_Events. html. (952) 758-7795 Andy Tackett: 27-Sep, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Andy Tackett, a great preformer who plays popular cover songs from many genres. Expect everything from the Little River Band, England Dan, and John Ford Coley to Johnny Cash and Glen Campbell.. tavernofnorthfield.com/index. php?view=details&id=200%3Aandytackett&option=com_ eventlist&Itemid=6.

Adam Hunter: 27-Sep, 9:45 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Adam Hunter is one of the hottest young comedians around today. He headlines all over the country, putting his heart and soul into every performance with an act that is brash, deep and hilarious. Adam delivers a powerful message that keeps audiences on the edges of their seats.. www. houseofcomedy.net/comics_details. asp?ID=129. “Energize The Pines: 28-Sep, 7:30 PM, Zumbrota State Theatre, 88 E 4th St., Zumbrota, $18-$20. . www.crossingsatcarnegie. com/page0003_Concerts_and_Events_ Schedule.html. 507-732-5210 Aimee Lee & The Snazzy Band in Concert: 28-Sep, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $12 . This veteran singer is a musical chameleon whose voice evokes emotion from the listener whether performing blues, country, rock or jazz. thoughtfully emotional yet gutsy, This expressive singer moves within a single phrase from pensive to powerhouse.. www.three-eighteen.com/ music.htm.

Optimum Trajectory: 28-Sep, 9:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, Free. Come catch Optimum Trajectory at The Contented Cow. We create innovative, exciting renditions of jazz standards and original music. Information courtesy of https://www.facebook. com/pages/Optimum-TrajectoryJazz/170767786268713?v=wall Image courtesy of http://www.optimum-trajectory-jazz.com/index.html. 1001solutionsllc.com/the-contented-cow/calendar/#.

Udhbv22z6Sr. 1.507.663.1351”Dave Holland Prism Concert Snak Attack: 28-Sep, 9:00 PM, OK Corral, 20201 Johnson Memorial Dr, Jordon, Free. Snak Attack is versatile, professional and reliable and performs a variety of material suitable for night clubs, casinos, corporate events and weddings.. okcorraljordan.com/ category/music/.

Skewed View in Concert: 28-Sep, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . Great group of guys & one super cool chic. Simply put, Great Chemistry plus Great Talent equals Great Show. Vocally, Becky Sosso & Dale Luginbill have been singing together for over 20-years. Great vocal tones that were made to blend together or stand alone. Steve Ibe has many years experience playing coupled with a great ear and solid guitar licks...plus his amp has really cool lights. Definately a must-see. Richard Harder (yes, that’s his real name) has eons of experience under his belt, and it truely shows. The dude can straight out tear it up. Dare I say shread?! If you ask nicely, he might even unleash some Eddie. Ultimately, when it comes to dancing, it’s all about the rhythm...right? Scott Webster is ‘slappin da bass, mon!’...ok...well, he picks his bass...but it’s still super cool.

Last (and definitely not least), drivin’ this whole thing is Scott B. Clark. A great drummer who is the glue that binds it all together. The bottom line? Skewed View is overflowing with talent - we have energy coming out our ears. Grab some friends and come on out to experience it for yourself!!. www.paulys-pub. com/Calander_Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Matt Arthr & The Bratlanders: 28-Sep, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Matt Arthr & The Bratlanders Live Music at The Tavern Lounge. tavernofnorthfield.com/index. php?view=details&id=205%3Amattarthr-a-the-bratlanders&option=com_ eventlist&Itemid=6.

Trivial Trivia: 30-Sep, 10:00 PM, Buffalo Wild Wings - Plymouth, 3505 Vicksburg Lane, Plymouth, . Come and play Trivial Trivia at Buffalo Wild Wings in Plymouth every Monday at 10:00 p.m!. www. loosegravel.biz/. “Wilbur Cole & Friends Trivia Night: 1-Oct, 9:00 PM, Green Mill-Eagan, 1940 Rahncliff Rd, Eagan, .

Come out and play trivia every Tuesday night for a chance to win some great prizes!. www.greenmill.com/eagan-mn.

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Street, Excelsior, $7 . Nick Hensley is the former lead singer and co writer of the district, a regional act from the upper midwest, co based out of St. Paul, MN and Chicago, IL. He created Love Songs for Angry Men shortly after The District called it quits in 2002. Hensley’s alias, stage name and alter ego, Love Songs for Angry Men, was born to get people curious, talking and through the doors.

Now, ten years later, it’s the title of his first solo and also used as a general band name for the duo, trio and even the 7 piece band.. www.three-eighteen.com/ music.htm.

Mark Allen & The Key West Rejects: 3-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . The Key West Rejects are Mark Allen and a cast of talented musicians performing favorites from the likes of Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, Neil Diamond, Neil Young, Foo Fighter, and Buck Cherry-along with a repertoire of original tunes.. tavernofnorthfield.com/index. php?view=details&id=188%3Amark-allen-a-the-key-west-rejects&option=com_ eventlist&Itemid=6.

Comedian Justin Leon: 4-Oct, 7:30 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Smooooth is the first word that comes to mind when describing Headliner Justin Leon. A surprising choice of words considering this performer definitely has an edge to his persona and act. His meteoric rise in comedy club popularity is not surprising. When you see him perform you know you are seeing a very talented man at the top of his game.

Current events, pop culture, his family, his friends, himself, men, women, and children. Nobody is off-limits when he turns a keen eye and creates comedy.

Hailing from the occasionally unpleasant streets of Ann Arbor, Michigan, Mike O’Keefe is a young comic who prides himself on his original brand of silliness and sarcasm. A former radio host, punk rock lead singer, High School Student (he graduated) and current college student (he’s workin’ on it), O’Keefe made a name himself in the Michigan comedy scene with an appearance at the 2010 Laugh Detroit Comedy Festival.

His energetic stage presence and irreverently charming material keeps audiences on their toes and in stitches.. www.gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml.

“Wayne Burfeind - Maria Driscol - Phil Kolas Jason Paulson in Concert: 4-Oct, 8:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . Jason Paulson band....Playing at WE Fest in 2013....plus they will be giving 4 WE fest tickets during there show.. www.paulys-pub.com/Calander_

Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Greg Boerner: 4-Oct, 8:00 PM, Canadian Honker, 1203 2nd Street SW, Rochester, . Singer Songwriter from Illinois Playing acoustic folk, country and bluegrass.. restaurant.canadianhonker. com/live-music/. 507-282-6572”Martin Devaney Album Release The Abiders in Concert: 4-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $8 . Nothin’ but fun and great music for lovers of blues, country, and rockabilly. swing you sweetie on the dance floor or kick back with a cold one and enjoy the listen. The Abiders are equally entertaining as they are talented playing great tunes both covers and originals.

Julie Weisenhorn adds a driving rhythm acoustic and vocals that can be sweetas-pie one minute, and soulfully bluesy the next. Doug Molland plays the perfect gritty vintage bluesman, pulling off licks and lyrics that harken back to Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters and Howling Wolf. in the true blues harp tradition, Karlos Weisenhorn rips up and down the harp putting his own twist on the ol’ mouth organ making you think of such heros as Junior Wells, Norton Buffalo and Paul Butterfield. Rick Anderson keeps the groove going on stand up bass, and his vocals have that great rockabilly twang that makes the crowd go wild.. www.three-eighteen.com/ music.htm.

Urban Myth: 4-Oct, 9:00 PM, OK Corral, 20201 Johnson Memorial Dr, Jordon, .

‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ is a cultural hot dish of musicians and vocalists in which their song list reflects as well.

Everything from current to classic, funk to rock, R&B to oldies, originals to an occasional instrumental to show off the bands chops ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ delivers! The band has performed everywhere from street dances to nightclubs, weddings to corporate events and through out their careers have played all over the United States and even over seas. ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ brings a professional show to audiences whether it’s a nightclub or a special event with a relaxed, yet fun style of presentation.. www.urbanmythband.com/schedule.

Ben Aaron: 4-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, .

Come listen to some great music and show your support for local talent.

Ben Aaron will be having a CD release party February 1 for his new CD ‘Blue Winter’. tavernofnorthfield.com/index. php?view=details&id=201%3Abenaaron&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Debra DiGiovanni: 4-Oct, 9:45 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $15 . Debra

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DiGiovanni has just been awarded the 2011 Canadian Comedy Award for best comic (female) for the third time in 5 years. She’s been called the ‘Best Comedian to see after a Messy Break Up’ and for two years running-she was named her hometown Toronto’s favorite comedian. Debra’s comedy has a sharp edge while maintaining a playful, happy air. And her persona is one of the best developed of any comic working todaycouple that with a hilarious act that is so personal everyone can relate- and you see why Debra is so popular. Her humor and charm lies in her unflinching honesty and openness, and rapid-fire delivery.. www.houseofcomedy.net/ comics_details.asp?ID=309.

Comedian Justin Leon: 4-Oct, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Smooooth is the first word that comes to mind when describing Headliner Justin Leon. A surprising choice of words considering this performer definitely has an edge to his persona and act. His

meteoric rise in comedy club popularity is not surprising. When you see him perform you know you are seeing a very talented man at the top of his game.

Current events, pop culture, his family, his friends, himself, men, women, and children. Nobody is off-limits when he turns a keen eye and creates comedy.

Hailing from the occasionally unpleasant streets of Ann Arbor, Michigan, Mike O’Keefe is a young comic who prides himself on his original brand of silliness and sarcasm. A former radio host, punk rock lead singer, High School Student (he graduated) and current college student (he’s workin’ on it), O’Keefe made a name himself in the Michigan comedy scene with an appearance at the 2010 Laugh Detroit Comedy Festival.

His energetic stage presence and irreverently charming material keeps audiences on their toes and in stitches.. www.gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml.

“Comedian Kyle Kinane Joe Cruz in Concert: 5-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior,

Remember when tap dancing was just a bunch of nerds on stage stomping around and looking ridiculous? Me neither, and that’s because tap dancing has always been cool as hell. You don’t have to be some sort of stuffy, highfalootin’ arts snob to appreciate this troupe (although if you are, that’s great, too). Part theater, part concert, the Rhythmic Circus is a group of tap dancers from Minneapolis, who used to hang out at Glueks in downtown Minneapolis, mostly to watch the band that would always play there. One day, they approached that band about putting a show together, and the rest is budding history. They’ve played from New York, to Scotland, to China to LA, and that’s just in the last 12 months. This is a high energy, family friendly show that could conceivably change the way you see the world. Ok, that’s really overstating it, but you’ll have a good time.

Rhythmic Circus performs at the Burnsville Center Performing Arts Center on Saturday, October 5th. More information is available at www.burnsvillepac.com and www.rhythmiccircus.com.

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$8 . Joe brings skill, soul and song to his solo show, Performing guitar arrangements of original compositions and jazz standards, incorporating loop technology to stretch his improvisations. He sings songs of life and love

from such greats as: Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, the beatles, Ben Harper and Ray Lamontagne to name a few.. www.threeeighteen.com/music.htm.

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From 35 Cities music scene in early 2006. Since that time they have performed at most of the major Midwest nightclubs and festivals, as well as garnered a large legion of loyal fans. Combining high energy, an incredible stage presence and above average vocals and musicianship with what they call in the music business, the ‘X factor’, and you have one of the hottest young rising bands in the region.. www. paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_Events.html.

(952) 758-7795 Sasha Mercedes: 5-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Sasha Mercedes is a chick-singer, guitarist and songwriter from the shores of Lake Superior.

She is an entertainer.. tavernofnorthfield.com/ index.php?view=details&id=89%3ASasha+Mer cedes&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Debra DiGiovanni: 5-Oct, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $15 . Debra DiGiovanni has just been awarded the 2011 Canadian Comedy Award for best comic (female) for the third time in 5 years. She’s been called the ‘Best Comedian to see after a Messy Break Up’ and for two years running-she was named her hometown Toronto’s favorite comedian. Debra’s comedy has a sharp edge while maintaining a playful, happy air. And her persona is one of the best developed of any comic working today- couple that with a hilarious act that is so personal everyone can relate- and you see why Debra is so popular. Her humor and charm lies in her unflinching honesty and openness, and rapid-fire delivery.. www.houseofcomedy.net/ comics_details.asp?ID=309.

Tim Young: 9-Oct, 7:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Tim Young headlines clubs all over North America, has performed on over 500 colleges campuses as well as comedy festivals in and .

Tim was a finalist on Last Comic StandingThe Conan O’Brien ShowComedy Centrals and.

You may have seen his frequent contributions as a commentator on and the Channel, or seen him in one of his many commercials, including a spot for that aired on the Super Bowl, World Series, and the Oscars!. www.houseofcomedy.net/comics_details.asp?ID=228. “Franz Ferdinand Trail of Terror!: 11-Oct, 7:00 PM, Trail of Terror, 3525 145th Street West, Shakopee, $14$20. Choose from Howling Pines Wood Walk: Away with the noisy tractor-trailers. As you walk the new trail all your comfort levels are cast aside and the Dark Woods are all around you. Filled with sounds and sights that will fill you with dread. And trust us... that howling is not from the pines. Hotel 666: We’ll turn the lights off for you. With 25 nummifying rooms to choose from, your spine will tingle. Which room will be yours? The ‘citizens’ of Harmony are ready to greet you! Some of them have been there for years. Grubbs Pest Control: Each room is full of creepy crawlers, roaches, flies, spiders and snakes and the Grubb’s are anxious to delouse you! Crystal Caverns: Dark, slimy, full of surprises! What more could you want from a cavernous expedition? Chuckles Pizzeria: Puts Chucky’s to shame. 3D attraction makes the most of your hankerin’ for a slice... of pizza. Bone Appetit: Remember that nice little catering shop on the corner? Well, it seems to be under ‘New Management’. Come in and check out the new stuff. Harmony’s Department of Corrections: A night in jail can be a nightmare - but this Department is hell-bent on the ‘Extended Stay’ program... can you escape? Plus many many more for all ages and fright levels!!. trailofterrorfest. com/directions.html. 952-445-7361”Anoka Haunted House Cheryl Wheeler Live: 11-Oct, 7:30 PM, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Avenue, Zumbrota, $24-$26. Cheryl Wheeler performances are a two-for-one deal: Audiences will relish her rich, soul-baring alto voice, and the next moment laugh out loud at her storytelling. While most have undoubtedly heard Wheeler’s songs covered by well-known artists including Garth Brooks, Bette Midler, Kathy Mattea and Peter, Paul and Mary, audiences discover works never recorded anywhere when they attend her show. Listeners will marvel at the magic of her beautiful voice singing perceptive lyrics that’s when they meet poet-Cheryl, writer of some of the prettiest, most alluring and intelligent ballads on the modern folk scene.

Before long, there’s an appearance by her evil twin, comic-Cheryl, a militant trend defier and savagely funny social critic. Wheeler’s career started in the Baltimore, Maryland/Washington, D.C. area, where one of her first gigs was at a Steak and Ale restaurant. She released a few independent albums before being signed in 1990 by Capitol’s Nashville division. After a short stint in country music, she settled at Philo Records.. www.crossingsatcarnegie. com/page0003.CherylWheeler.html. (507) 732-7616

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Dan Israel / The Tavern / Northfield / 10.17 Comedian Patrick McGann: 11-Oct, 7:30 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Pat McGann is a rising comic and one of the funniest comedians that you haven’t heard of-- YET! Currently, Pat is working all over the United States performing at colleges, casinos, and corporate events.

This summer he is performing at a showcase of Chicago’s top comedians at the legendary Soldier Field. Pat’s clever and clean writing has developed a style of comedy that is enjoyed by men and women of all ages and is sure to make you laugh! Not just another pretty face Fritz delivers fast laughs at a medium pace. A true midwestern boy with a unique look on life.

Everything in his life is on display when Fritz takes the satge. Sit back and Enjoy a sarcastic ride through Fritz’s life.. www.gooniescomedy. com/shows.shtml. “Dave Johnson - Mike Linden - Mike Rasmussen Mike Mangione in Concert: 11-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $12 .

Born in Illinois, and now residing in Milwaukee, Mike Mangione is quickly becoming a familiar name throughout the city’s growing music scene. Bringing an organically subtle, yet expressive sound, Mangione has drawn comparisons to such songwriting heavyweights as Ryan Adams and Elliott Smith. now touring behind his new opus ‘tenebrae,’ Mangione feels ready to spread that following to even greater amounts with much-deserved confidence in the album.. www.three-eighteen. com/music.htm.

Orchyd: 11-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . Orchyd is chaotic and intense. Bass is deep and powerful with complex melody and pattern. The guitar is atmospheric and haunting.

The vocals are soulful and sad. The music is droning and rhythmic with undertones darkness and pain. The lyrics are well thought out and are formed within complex rhyming patterns. The hooks are catchy and tend to follow an intense build up of chaos. (Courtesy of https://www.facebook.com/orchyd.band/info).

1001solutionsllc.com/the-contented-cow/calendar/#.UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 In the Fields in Concert: 11-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, .

Com eout and see In the Fields live and take advantage of the food & drink specials as well! Party the night away with friends and dance, dance, dance!!. www.paulys-pub.com/ Calander_Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Nigel Egg (CD Release Party): 11-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Egg’s repertoire includes original blues songs, a few classics, and a very personal collection of soulful American roots music.. tavernofnorthfield.com/ index.php?view=details&id=202%3Anigelegg&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Euforquestra: 11-Oct, 9:30 PM, Cabooze, 917 Cedar Avenue South, Minneapolis, $10-$12.

Originally from Iowa City, Ia, Euf rquestra (pronounced: yoo - FOHR - keh - struh, think Euphoria+Orhcestra) relocated to Fort Collins, CO in August 2008 and has made a splash on the Colorado music scene with its progressive, genre-crossing funk fusions and a relentless tour schedule. Euf rquestra is quickly spreading its self proclaimed ‘Afro-Caribbean-Barnyard-Funk;’ a unique, rhythmic blend of sound, integrating such genres as Afrobeat, Reggae, Afro-Cuban, Samba, Soca, Funk, Salsa, and Dub. Euf rquestra’s music is igniting dance floors across the country, with a sound that ‘explodes, dances and melts in your ear with sheer bliss’ (Chris M. Slawecki; AllAboutJazz. com). As percussionist and lead vocalist Matt Grundstad puts it, ‘we want to make people dance.’. www.cabooze.com/event/357949euforquestra-minneapolis/.

Space Brother Anonymous: 11-Oct, 10:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . Join us for live music at The Contended Cow-A Northfield (MN); a pub with a British accent!. 1001solutionsllc.com/ the-contented-cow/calendar/#.UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 Comedian Patrick McGann: 11-Oct, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Pat McGann is a rising comic and one of the funniest comedians that you haven’t heard of-- YET! Currently, Pat is working all over the United States performing at colleges, casinos, and corporate events.

This summer he is performing at a showcase of Chicago’s top comedians at the legendary Soldier Field. Pat’s clever and clean writing has developed a style of comedy that is enjoyed by men and women of all ages and is sure to make you laugh! Not just another pretty face Fritz delivers fast laughs at a medium pace. A true midwestern boy with a unique look on life.

Everything in his life is on display when Fritz takes the satge. Sit back and Enjoy a sarcastic ride through Fritz’s life.. www.gooniescomedy. com/shows.shtml. “Comedian Dana Gold

Odell Portz Painting: 12-Oct, 6:00 PM, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Avenue, Zumbrota, Free. Come and see the amazing artwork of Odell Portz & Susan Farnham. Beautiful paintings and maosaics on display. Artists’ recepton open to the public. Come as you are and enjoy light refreshments with fellow art lovers.. www.crossingsatcarnegie.com/page0002. html#OdellSusan. (507) 732-7616 Skipdilly: 12-Oct, 7:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, .

Join us for live music at The Contended Cow-A Northfield (MN); a pub with a British accent!.

1001solutionsllc.com/the-contented-cow/calendar/#.UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 Tim Young: 12-Oct, 7:00 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Tim Young headlines clubs all over North America, has performed on over 500 colleges campuses as well as comedy festivals in and . Tim was a finalist on Last Comic StandingThe Conan O’Brien ShowComedy Centrals and. You may have seen his frequent contributions as a commentator on and the Channel, or seen him in one of his many commercials, including a spot for that aired on the Super Bowl, World Series, and the Oscars!. www.houseofcomedy.net/comics_details. asp?ID=228. “Official Blues Brothers Revue Bob Wootton & Six Mile Grove: 12-Oct, 7:30 PM, Zumbrota State Theatre, 88 E 4th St., Zumbrota, $20-$25. Minneapolis-based band Six Mile Grove back Wootten, and also serve as his opening act. Their energetic style compliments Wootton’s laid back stage presence.

Their brand of ballads and story-driven songs pays tribute to the simplicity and genius of Johnny Cash.. www.crossingsatcarnegie.com/ page0003_Concerts_and_Events_Schedule. html. 507-732-5210 Michael Monroe in Concert: 12-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $15 .

From vinyl to digital, Michael Monroe is now in his fourth decade of performing his original music blending rich vocals, guitars, bamboo and glass flutes together... music and technology working together powered by creativity... he recycles his music ‘live’ on stage to deliver a powerful style of acoustic folk, reggae and jazz. his music and compelling energy is as much fun as it is innovative. His baritone and tenor guitars are made by David Seaton on the Gunflint Trail with local woods including the salvaged woods from the bottom of Lake Superior.. www.three-eighteen.com/music.htm.

Audio Circus in Concert: 12-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . And witness the hottest party rock band in the Twin Cities They dare play combination genres like you’ve never heard! On the same stage, Lady Gaga and Social Distortion, Hot Chelle Ray and Korn, Michael Jackson and Jason Aldean! And what’s more? You are part of the show as you dance the night away!. www.paulys-pub.com/ Calander_Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Relativity: 12-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Relativity is known for power harmonies by twin sisters Linda Wilson & Sandy Jensen, who also add mandolin, harmonica & percussion.

Solid guitar playing & bluesy vocals by Toby Jensen anchors the group. tavernofnorthfield. com/index.php?view=details&id=84%3ARelati vity&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Tim Young: 12-Oct, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Tim Young headlines clubs all over North America, has performed on over 500 colleges campuses as well as comedy festivals in and . Tim was a finalist on Last Comic StandingThe Conan O’Brien ShowComedy Centrals and. You may have seen his frequent contributions as a commentator on and the Channel, or seen him in one of his many commercials, including a spot for that aired on the Super Bowl, World Series, and the Oscars!. www.houseofcomedy.net/comics_details. asp?ID=228.

Dom Irrera: 16-Oct, 7:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . When Dom Irrera takes the stage, he does not simply get on it, he owns it!

Dom projects a singular charisma that firmly engages audiences from the opening moment and doesn’t let go until the end of the performance, and beyond.. www.houseofcomedy. net/comics_details.asp?ID=310. “Kieran’s Pub Quiz The Potter’s Field: 16-Oct, 8:00 PM, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South, Northfield, . Rochelle Clark and John Natiw are The Potter’s Field, a Midwest based Folk/ Americana/Roots duo. Known for poetic, gritty lyrics, driving instrumental style (including acoustic and electric guitar, mandolin, harmonica, typical and non-typical percussion elements and the occasional kazoo), close and powerful vocal harmonies and easy stage presence, The Potter’s Field surprises with new

songs and ideas that sound familiar yet nostalgic. (Courtesy of https://www.facebook.com/ thepottersfield/info). 1001solutionsllc.com/ the-contented-cow/calendar/#.UhU_PT_he1K. 1.507.663.1351 Chris Trapper in Concert: 17-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $15 .

Chris Trapper began his career as the front man for late-90’s alternative rock band the push stars (capitol records). With four cd releases and several high profile national tours -- including a run with Matchbox Twenty -- the push stars served to establish Chris as an authentic talent. www.three-eighteen.com/ music.htm.

Dan Israel: 17-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, .

Much Admired and beloved by Twin Cities audiences and fellow musicians alike, Dan Israel is a multiple Minnesota Music Academy (MMA) Award-winner with 14 CD albums under his belt.. tavernofnorthfield.com/ index.php?view=details&id=151%3Adanisrael&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Urban Myth: 18-Oct, 9:00 PM, Arizona’s, 1244 Canterbury Road South, Shakopee, . ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ is a cultural hot dish of musicians and vocalists in which their song list reflects as well. Everything from current to classic, funk to rock, R&B to oldies, originals to an occasional instrumental to show off the bands chops ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ delivers! The band has performed everywhere from street dances to nightclubs, weddings to corporate events and through out their careers have played all over the United States and even over seas. ‘The URBAN MYTH BAND’ brings a professional show to audiences whether it’s a nightclub or a special event with a relaxed, yet fun style of presentation.. www. urbanmythband.com/schedule.

Jerry Rodes in Concert: 18-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, .

Although Jerry Rodes’ history dates back to the late 80’s... It wasn’t until 11/07/09 that the path to Rock ‘n Roll history was finally illuminated for the band. Through the years Jerry Rodes has seen members come and go, but Rodes and Johnny continue to create music together. Their new self-titled album has a classic 80’s tone but was influenced by artists from multiple genres like: Van Halen, Tesla, Brad Paisley, Fun., Taylor Swift and more. Whether it be jingles for Aaron Gleeman’s ‘Gleeman and The Geek’ on KFAN or 80’s power-synth songs, the two have created something that won’t ever die. Their career has been driven by two phrases: ‘Go big or go home!’ and ‘Be excellent to each other!’ Jerry is quoted as saying, ‘It reminds us to keep our head in the clouds and our feet on the ground.’. www.paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_ Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Craig Wasner and Marren Brogger: 18-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Together, their style is a blend of folk and country with a smattering of blue and funk -- resulting in a live performance. tavernofnorthfield.com/index. php?view=details&id=203%3Acraig-and-maren-wasner&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Dom Irrera: 18-Oct, 9:45 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . When Dom Irrera takes the stage, he does not simply get on it, he owns it! Dom projects a singular charisma that firmly engages audiences from the opening moment and doesn’t let go until the end of the performance, and beyond.. www.houseofcomedy.net/comics_details.asp?ID=310.

Comedian Stewart Huff: 18-Oct, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Stewart has performed in Comedy Clubs from coast to coast including The Improv in Los Angeles as well as The Improv in New York. In 2006 he was invited to perform in the HBO Las Vegas Festival.

He was also a finalist in the Boston Comedy Festival.From the South (but not by choice), Stewart Huff has been performing comedy for over 10 years. He currently tours clubs across the country. Stewart reaches past the norm for his genuine -- and genuinely unexpected -- comedy. Ian Karmel is a stand-up comedian based out of Portland whose style zig-zags between the eclectic and the universal, appealing both to crowds who own homes in the suburbs, and crowds just staying with their parents in the suburbs until they figure some things out. In addition to stand-up, Karmel has appeared on television, playing a character in IFC’s sketch show Portlandia and as a post-game analyst and commentator for the Portland Trailblazers.. www.gooniescomedy. com/shows.shtml. “Comedian Jake Johannsen The New Standards: 19-Oct, 7:00 PM, Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $15.50-$24.50. A ‘minimalist odd trio’ vibraphone, stand-up bass and piano that play and sing their favorite (and, you will

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pleasantly discover, your favorite) songs in a style that can only be described as heavenly: shimmering, warm textures, nutty jazzy solos and evocative vocals all evincing a consistently surprising songbook that will make you smile.. www.sheldontheatre.org/events/TheNewStandards. 651-388-8700 Black Out in Concert: 19-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, .

Come on down and listen to Black Out play a little Match Box 20.....Rock On!!! From just north of Minneapolis, a musical force known as BLACKOUT is gaining momentum and about to take the Twin Cities by storm! BLACKOUT members are instantly recognizable by the dueling guitar riffs of Tony Zoff and Jeremy Newton, jumping bass lines of Russ Peterson, the incredible strong drumming of Donny March and the strong, authentic vocal style of Brent Hockert. BLACKOUT’S sound resembles a collection of Stone Temple Pilots and Ozzy Osbourne, with a little Black Crowes added for flavor and just a pinch of Prince. The result is a tasty style rock show that you’ll want to hear again and again. We pride ourselves on learning several songs a month always staying current but not afraid to go back and play our favorites from the past.. www.paulys-pub.com/ Calander_Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Andra Suchy & Andrew Pierzina: 19Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Andra Suchy & Andrew Pierzina Live Music at The Tavern Lounge. tavernofnorthfield.com/ index.php?view=details&id=184%3Aandrasuchy&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Dom Irrera: 19-Oct, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . When Dom Irrera takes the stage, he does not simply get on it, he owns it!

Dom projects a singular charisma that firmly engages audiences from the opening moment and doesn’t let go until the end of the performance, and beyond.. www.houseofcomedy. net/comics_details.asp?ID=310.

Comedian Ben San Del: 19-Oct, 10:00 PM, Comedy Corner Underground, 1501 Washington Ave S., Minneapolis, $10 . A former news writer and columnist, Ben’s stage career kicked off after winning Acme Comedy Co.’s Funniest Person in the Twin Cities Contest, 2006.

With a style described as ‘sharp, with perfect pacing’ by the St. Paul Pioneer Press, he regularly plays clubs and colleges throughout the country. Ben’s 2009 stand-up show, ‘Animal Cracker Genocide,’ was held over for an encore production at the Minnesota Fringe Festival due to popular demand. In 2012 he was selected to perform at the Laughing Skull Comedy Festival in Atlanta. Description provided by bensandel.com/bio-pics/.. www. fanfueled.com/Event/Details/5928-fri-sat-bensan-del-the-comedy-corner-underground.

Haunted Hallways: 24-Oct, 6:00 PM, Haunted Hallways, 2220 3rd Avenue Southeast, Rochester, $7 . If these halls could talk what they would tell! Choose from the Hall of Fun: Seperate Hall of fun not fright--for the little ghouls it is just right! Hall of Haunts: Beware the Scare! All ages..enter if you dare! or last the Hall of Horrors: Horrors that torment and terror! Watchyour back we may attack!!

Choices for all ages and fun levels for sure!!. www.rpsfevents.org/haunted.htm.

Katy Vernon Trio With Michael Ray & the Nasty Notes inConcert: 24-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $6 .

Katy Vernon is a Minneapolis / St. Paul based singer songwriter. She grew up in London, England and has been writing and singing as long as she can remember. She moved to the US after meeting her future American husband on a train from Amsterdam to Berlin. as lead singer for the group ‘The Camdens’, Katy played all over the Twin Cities. she was also nominated for a Minnesota Music Award for her song ‘Invitation’ which was competing for song of the year. During a break to raise two wonderful girls she continued to sing with a fun 50 s/60 s band ‘Fab Tab and the Teds’.. www.three-eighteen.com/music.htm.

Comedian Don Reese: 25-Oct, 7:30 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Looking like the illegitimate son of Uncle Fester and G. Gordon Liddy, Don Reese combines what the CLEVELAND PLAIN DEALER calls ‘friendly ghoulishness’ mixed with ‘sparks-flying timing’ to create comedy that is uniquely and utterly his. Don’s hilariously bizarre outlook takes him from Batman to the Amish, bikers to bus rides - all the while hanging on the fine line between reality and the Twilight Zone. Don’s also been featured on Showtime, A&E, MTV, VH-1 and more! After 17 years entertaining radio listeners, John Russell decided (with the help of a merger and corporate downsizing) that he should bring his personality to the masses via stand up comedy. Relatively quickly, John was named one of the ‘Best in the Midwest’ at the Iowa Comedy Festival and a finalist in the ICF Comedy contest. He has also been a dinner theatre actor, front man for a rock band (not the game), and is also an award winning voice over artist.

Stuff that happens to John ends up in his act, and you’ll be glad most of it didn’t happen to you. Some of his old radio characters and impersonations slip into the act as well, to the surprise and delight of the audience. He also runs the popular internet comedy radio station ‘Chuckle Check’, and continues to provide character driven bits to radio stations across the country.. www.gooniescomedy.com/ shows.shtml. “The Suburbs Gypsy Mania in Concert: 25-Oct, 8:00 PM, 318 Cafe, 318 Water Street, Excelsior, $10 .

Gypsy swing ‘hot club’ jazz played by four of the Twin Cities ‘most jammin’ hot club artists, gypsy mania captures the hot club sound that has become very popular with audiences in the USA and Europe. The music of Gypsy Mania is based on the hot club of france sound featuring the music of Gypsy swing artists, Django Reinhart and Stephanne Grappelli.. www. three-eighteen.com/music.htm.

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The Mankato River Ramble, Mankato - October 6th Have you ever found yourself sitting around on a warm Saturday afternoon in October, with the fall colors on at full blast wishing you had an avenue to really enjoy it? If you own a bicycle, then the Mankato River Ramble is the thing you were looking for. It’s a day long bike ride, with three plotted courses of 12, 26 or 42 miles. Along the way, you’ll be encouraged to stop at places featuring fantastic food, good shopping and/or live music. And even if you’re one of those people who thinks the Southern Minnesota landscape is kind of plain (and what the hell is wrong with you), you have to admit, the rivers valleys are spectacular. All three of these courses run through Sibley Park at the confluence of the Minnesota and Blue Earth rivers. So, turn off that stupid Green Bay Packers/Detroit Lions game (we both know Detroit’s gonna kill Green bay), and stop feeling like a slug. You don’t have too many of these days left before the Minnesota winter rears its ugly head. Do this while you can.

The Mankato River Ramble is Sunday, October 6. Registration is $10 for kids, $32 for adults in advance, $38 day of ride. Visit www.bikeriverramble.org for details.

– – Rich Larson, editor@southernminnscene.com

Concentual in Concert: 25-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, .

Concentual is a four piece pop/rock band, hailing from Minneapolis, MN. The curious spelling of their name is defined: to possess harmony. This definition exemplifies the band’s trademark sound. Concentual delivers their unique brand of rock ‘n roll with driving beats and punchy guitars, accented by clever riffs and crafty hooks. Their fine tuned melodies and harmonies soar above a rock solid rhythm section, engaging their audience with both their showmanship and polished sound.

Taking cues from rock giants like U2, Led Zeppelin, and the Foo Fighters,Concentual provides fans with not merely a show, but a rock and roll experience!. www.paulys-pub.com/ Calander_Of_Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Lonesome Dan Kase: 25-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Lonesome Dan’s live performances showcase both his unique finger-picking style and dynamic vocals as well as his depth of knowledge of the history of the blues.. tavernofnorthfield.com/index.php?view=detail s&id=92%3ALonesome+Dan+Kase&option=c om_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Comedian Don Reese: 25-Oct, 10:00 PM, Goonie’s Comedy Club, 7 Second Street SW, Rochester, $14 . Looking like the illegitimate son of Uncle Fester and G. Gordon Liddy, Don Reese combines what the CLEVELAND PLAIN DEALER calls ‘friendly ghoulishness’ mixed with ‘sparks-flying timing’ to create comedy that is uniquely and utterly his. Don’s hilariously bizarre outlook takes him from Batman to the Amish, bikers to bus rides - all the while hanging on the fine line between reality and the Twilight Zone. Don’s also been featured on Showtime, A&E, MTV, VH-1 and more! After 17 years entertaining radio listeners, John Russell decided (with the help of a merger and corporate downsizing) that he should bring his personality to the masses via stand up comedy. Relatively quickly, John was named one of the ‘Best in the Midwest’ at the Iowa Comedy Festival and a finalist in the ICF Comedy contest. He has also been a dinner theatre actor, front man for a rock band (not the game), and is also an award winning voice over artist. Stuff that happens to John ends up in his act, and you’ll be glad most of it didn’t happen to you. Some of his old radio characters and impersonations slip into the act as well, to the surprise and delight of the audience. He also runs the popular internet comedy radio station ‘Chuckle Check’, and continues to provide character driven bits to radio stations across the country.. www. gooniescomedy.com/shows.shtml. “Comedian Chad Daniels Spooky Music 2: 26-Oct, 7:00 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $15-$25. Building on the success of their 2010 Halloween season appearance at the BPAC, the Minnesota Symphonic Winds returns iwth an updated version guaranteed to thrill and chill. Stirring music from the well-known classic Carmina Burana by Carl Orff will open the concert. After intermission, the band will share lighter fare drawn from the likes of the Lord of the Rings, The Phantom of the Opera, Wicked and Harry Potter. Roudning out the show will be Eric Whitacres highly entertaining Godzilla EAts Las Vegas. Following the concert, enjoy live Big Band music and dancing in the BPAC upper lobby. This fund raising concert is hosted by the Friends of the Burnsville Performing Arts Center.. www.burnsvillepac.com/events.

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Kevin Kling & Simone Perrin Live: 26-Oct, 7:30 PM, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Avenue, Zumbrota, $20-$22. Storytelling and songs with plenty of laughter. A very entertaining night to be had by all. You can’t miss this wonderful atmosphere and unique entertainment.. www.crossingsatcarnegie. com/page0003_Concerts_and_Events_Schedule.html. (507) 732-7616 Chris Brooks: 26-Oct, 9:00 PM, Buster’s Bar, 1325 Madison Ave, Mankato, . Chris Brooks & The Silver City Boys are a premier Minnesota-based Country Rock band. This dynamic, high-energy 5-piece with great harmonies mixes Texas and ‘Red Dirt Country’ with Current Radio Hits and their spin on the Classics to keep the dance floor packed.. www. chrisbrooksband.com/shows. (507) 389-8999 The Tracey Blake Project in Concert: 26-Oct, 9:00 PM, Pauly’s, 114 West Main St, New Prague, . They have stepped it up another notch and are going full speed ahead with the best in rock, covering artists like Finger Eleven, Weezer, Puddle of Mudd & Lenny Kravitz.. But also added the Dance hits that fans LOVE to hear like Maroon 5, Pink and Prince! They will keep your crowd partying all night and people will say ‘This band is CRAZY good !’. www.paulys-pub.com/Calander_Of_ Events.html. (952) 758-7795 Rich Priener: 26-Oct, 9:00 PM, The Tavern Lounge, 212 Division St., Northfield, . Rich Prenier is one-half of the popular duo, The Tumeni Brothers, covering a wide and eclectic range of music from artists like Matchbox 20, Eric Clapton, Incubus, The Beatles, Alice Cooper and yes, even Lady Gaga.. tavernofnorthfield.com/ index.php?view=details&id=147%3Arichpriener&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=6.

Ben Roy: 30-Oct, 7:30 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Ben Roy is one of the fastest up-and-coming comics that the Denver scene has to offer. A native of Maine and now living in Colorado, he is poised to take the entertainment industry by storm with his unique blend of rant, sarcastic, observational, and high-energy humor.. www.houseofcomedy.net/ comics_details.asp?ID=202. “Cocktails at the Castle: Loki’s Halloween Bash Zombie Prom Dance: 31-Oct, 7:00 PM, Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd Street, Red Wing, $15 . Live music with The Galactic Cowboy Orchestra. Fun, dancing, socializing and ZOMBIES!!! Dance the night away on our full stage with live music and cash bar. Bring friends (or infect them) and make a scare of your Halloween!. www.sheldontheatre.org/events/ ZombiePromDance2013. 651-388-8700 Greg Boerner: 1-Nov, 7:30 PM, Canadian Honker, 1203 2nd Street SW, Rochester, .

Singer Songwriter from Illinois - Playing acoustic folk, country and bluegrass.. restaurant.canadianhonker.com/live-music/.

507-282-6572”Jason Roberts Ben Roy: 1-Nov, 9:45 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Ben Roy is one of the fastest up-and-coming comics that the Denver scene has to offer. A native of Maine and now living in Colorado, he is poised to take the entertainment industry by storm with his unique blend of rant, sarcastic, observational, and high-energy humor.. www.houseofcomedy.net/ comics_details.asp?ID=202.

Ben Roy: 2-Nov, 9:30 PM, House of Comedy,

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408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $13 . Ben Roy is one of the fastest up-and-coming comics that the Denver scene has to offer. A native of Maine and now living in Colorado, he is poised to take the entertainment industry by storm with his unique blend of rant, sarcastic, observational, and high-energy humor.. www.houseofcomedy. net/comics_details.asp?ID=202.

Outdoor Kids Gardening Series with Spark-Y: 21-Sep, 10:00 AM, Bachman’s Floral, Gift and Garden Center, 770 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie, $15 . Four Saturdays: Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Sept.

28 & Oct. 5. Two sessions per day, two age groups per session: Kids (5 - 10) and Teens (11 - 14) Sessions start: 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

All class proceeds benefit Spark-Y. Sign your child up for one or all four classes! Kids ages 5-10 (youth) and 11-14 (teen) will have a blast while learning about urban agriculture in these classes taught by staff members of Spark-Y. Each sustainability workshop will include icebreakers, ‘energy’ games, interactive learning, creativity and art, and a hands-on project.

Each class will focus on a different topic related to sustainable garden practices: September 14: Aquaponics - Start off with a ‘Seed, Seedling, Plant’ game, Aquaponics worksheet, and art and info about Spark-Y, then make and microscope an Aquaponics system! September 21: Vermicomposting - Learn the anatomy of the worm and how vermicomposting works, then make and take home a small kit after miscroscoping a dissected worm. September 28: Algae - Play ‘5 kingdoms’ and build your own spirulina smoothie; then paint your own algae and miscroscope the algae on hand. October 5: Mushrooms - Microscope a mushroom system and learn their uses and functions, while also identifying species and taking home an Inoculate Mushroom log. Spark-Y: Youth Action Labs (formerly YEA Corps) is a non-profit organization providing hands-on sustainability education to youth. Spark-Y partners with community organizations and local Twin Cities schools helping youth design, construct, manage, and learn from commercially viable sustainable systems such as aquaponics, vermicomposting, algae cultivation, culinary mushroom cultivation from coffee grounds, and more. Spark-Y will also be hosting youth workshops this fall in our greenhouse.. www. bachmans.com/Seminars-and-Events/storelocator.html?cnb=SeminarsAndEvents&.

952-941-7700”Northgate Brewing Beer Run! Master Gardner: Fall Yard and Garden Care: 21-Sep, 11:00 AM, Oxboro Library, 8801 Portland Avenue South, Bloomington, Free.

Fall is the time to plant bulbs and to prepare your yard and garden for winter. Find out what to do for your lawn, what and when to fertilize, proper techniques for composting, protecting shrubs, winterizing roses and covering perennials.. www.hclib.org/pub/events/AllEventsAction.cfm. 612-543-5775 Kids Gardening Series with Spark-Y: 21-Sep, 11:00 AM, Bachman’s Floral, Gift and Garden Center, 770 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie, $15 . Four Saturdays: Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Sept. 28 & Oct. 5. Two sessions per day, two age groups per session: Kids (5 - 10) and Teens (11 - 14) Sessions start: 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. All class proceeds benefit Spark-Y. Sign your child up for one or all four classes! Kids ages 5-10 (youth) and 11-14 (teen) will have a blast while learning about

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September 21: Vermicomposting - Learn the anatomy of the worm and how vermicomposting works, then make and take home a small kit after miscroscoping a dissected worm.

September 28: Algae - Play ‘5 kingdoms’ and build your own spirulina smoothie; then paint your own algae and miscroscope the algae on hand. October 5: Mushrooms - Microscope a mushroom system and learn their uses and functions, while also identifying species and taking home an Inoculate Mushroom log.

Spark-Y: Youth Action Labs (formerly YEA Corps) is a non-profit organization providing hands-on sustainability education to youth.

Spark-Y partners with community organizations and local Twin Cities schools helping youth design, construct, manage, and learn from commercially viable sustainable systems such as aquaponics, vermicomposting, algae cultivation, culinary mushroom cultivation from coffee grounds, and more. Spark-Y will also be hosting youth workshops this fall in our greenhouse.. www.bachmans.com/Seminars-and-Events/ store-locator.html?cnb=SeminarsAndEvents&.

952-941-7700”Fall Colors Cruise Bingo: 21-Sep, 1:30 PM, Rochester Eagles Club, 917 15th Avenue SE, Rochester, . After the progression we’re in with number count & dollar amount increasing untill it is won.

The new starting point will be 50 numbers for $1000.00 with the number count increasing after each session with a cap of 58 numbers with the dollar amount never changing.. www. rochestermneaglesclub.com/the-nest-calendar/.

Historic Saturday Night Cruise-Ins: 21-Sep, 5:00 PM, Downtown Hastings, Downtown 2nd Street, Hastings, Free. Saturday Night Cruise-ins are open to all cars 1976 and older. Every other Saturday Night in historic Downtown Hastings, June 1 - October 5, 2013.. business.hastingsmn.org/Events/details/historic-saturdaynight-cruise-ins-113853. 651-437-6775”Sunset Cruise Fall Entertaining Ideas and Inspiration Evening: 25-Sep, 5:00 PM, Bachman’s Floral, Gift and Garden Center, 770 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie, $10 . Sometimes the best creations just need a little inspiration. Take the sting out of saying so long to summer by spending an evening with us, and planning your fall d cor and gatherings! The evening includes multiple inspiration stations where you can peruse expertly crafted displays, follow hands-on demos, and learn directly from our home, gift, and floral experts. Sample

fall food ideas at our gourmet recipe station.

Explore the latest tabletop options and how to make your own a masterpiece. Learn how to build eye-catching fall containers. Enjoy light refreshments and snacks, plus a self-guided tour of Bachman’s Fall Ideas House, located adjacent to the Lyndale store. Many beautifully styled rooms showcase an upscale harvest and ways you can translate current trends to your own home. Finally, we’ll set you free on Bachman’s expansive gift, gourmet, and home sections for use of a ‘$5 off your purchase of $25 or more’ coupon you’ll receive that night!. www.bachmans.com/Seminars-and-Events/ store-locator.html?cnb=SeminarsAndEvents&.

952-941-7700 Bingo: 25-Sep, 7:00 PM, Rochester Eagles Club, 917 15th Avenue SE, Rochester, . After the progression we’re in with number count & dollar amount increasing untill it is won.

The new starting point will be 50 numbers for $1000.00 with the number count increasing after each session with a cap of 58 numbers with the dollar amount never changing.. www. rochestermneaglesclub.com/the-nest-calendar/.

Fall Tree ID with GPS: 28-Sep, 10:00 AM, Big Woods State Park, County Road 40, Nerstrand, . This hour-long activity is fun for all ages. Use your GPS or borrow one at the Visitor Center where you pick up instructions. Collect clues along the way to discover how and why leaves change color. $5 vehicle permit fee. www.dnr. state.mn.us/state_parks/nerstrand_big_woods/ index.html.

Fall Raptor Release: 28-Sep, 10:00 AM, Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, Free. Raptors return to the wild. Releases will be held at 11:30am and 2pm. Carpenter Nature Center is fortunate to be the host for the fall raptor release which is presented by the 3M Foundation in partnership with The Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota and Carpenter Nature Center. Visitors will enjoy watching 4-6 wild birds of prey take to the air after being rehabilitated by The Raptor Center’s veterinarians. The day is full of fun including orchard hay wagon tours, educational raptors on display from The Raptor Center, kids activities and more. This is a free event. Bring your blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the day.

Please leave your pets at home for this event.. carpenternaturecenter.org/events/fall-raptorrelease/. 651-480-1958 Afton Art in the Park: 28-Sep, 10:00 AM, Downtown Afton, Afton Blvd S, Afton, . Visit the charming St. Croix River town of Afton, MN for the 35th annual Afton Art in the Park, September 28, and 29, 2013. This 2-day, outdoor fine arts and traditional craft fair includes over 75 vendors showcasing fine arts, pottery, woodwork, jewelry, photography, sculpture, fiber and more.

Plus great food, a small business fair, a Fat Tire beer garden, and live folk/jazz music both days.

And be sure to visit Afton’s many unique shops and restaurants, which will be open for business during the event. Saturday 10-5 and Sunday 11-4 Description provided by aftonartfair.com/..

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651-436-8883 Minneopa Prairie Restoration: 28-Sep, 12:00 PM, Minneopa State Park, 54497 Gadwall Road, Mankato, Free. Community members will collect, sort, and scatter seeds of wild flowers and grasses with the intent of restoring the native plants in Minneopa State park.. .

Halloween Haunt: 28-Sep, 6:00 PM, Valleyfair, 1 Valleyfair Drive, Shakopee, $30.99+. Darkness falls. Evil rises. Each weekend night, Valleyfair transforms into a horror-filled nightmare. From mazes with terrifying creatures around every corner to thrill rides that’ll haunt your dreams, it’s everything you fear and can’t wait to experience. Not for anyone under 13.. www.valleyfair. com/haunt. “Afton Art in the Park Homeschool: Trees - Trees in the Fall/Seed Dispersal: 30-Sep, 10:00 AM, Carver Park Reserve (Lowry Nature Center), 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria, $5-$6. They are the biggest, tallest, and oldest living things on the planet. Trees may only make up one group of plants, but they are by far the most visible one. We will learn to identify trees using leaf keys, discover how seeds are dispersed, find out why leaves change colors in the fall, and figure out how old some of the trees in Carver Park are. Join us for one session or all four! Reservations are required.

Public Program - $5.00 (required). Wonder Fund Donation - $1.00 (optional) - Creates opportunities for school groups and youth with financial need to experience the parks. Restricted to participants age 3-16.. www.threeriversparks. org/events/H/homeschool--trees---trees-in-thefall-seed-dispersal.aspx. 763-694-7650 Fright at the Farm: 10-Oct, 7:00 PM, History Center of Olmsted County, 1195 West Circle Drive SW, Rochester, $10-$12. ‘HAUNTING ROCHESTER MINNESOTA’ Come visit Southern Minnesota’s most horrifying haunted attraction located at the historical George Stopple farmstead at the History Center of Olmsted County. From the street you will already wish you didn’t come. It is truly designed to frighten and amuse you. Guided tours will include a look at the original farm house where you will meet the frightening inhabitants of the property.

Your tour guide will lead you on a horrifying tour of the property including the cemetery with the Haunted Hearse, the Witches Lair, the Headless Horseman Stables, the Zombie Express (HAUNTED BUS), the Maze of Terror, Underground Clown Town, the Theatrical Thriller in the barn, the Butcher Shop, and the Spider’s Den. Do you dare enter??? 2013 SCHEDULE 13 HAUNTING NIGHTS: 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM October 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31 November 1 & 2 3 LIGHTS ON PRESENTATION (FAMILY FRIENDLY) Oct. 17, 26 & Nov. 1 4 PM - 6:30 PM. www.rochesterhorror.com. “Nature Rocks! Outdoor Center Open House Trail of Terror!: 11-Oct, 7:00 PM, Trail of Terror, 3525 145th Street West, Shakopee, $14-$20.

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new trail all your comfort levels are cast aside and the Dark Woods are all around you. Filled with sounds and sights that will fill you with dread. And trust us... that howling is not from the pines. Hotel 666: We’ll turn the lights off for you. With 25 nummifying rooms to choose from, your spine will tingle. Which room will be yours? The ‘citizens’ of Harmony are ready to greet you! Some of them have been there for years. Grubbs Pest Control: Each room is full of creepy crawlers, roaches, flies, spiders and snakes and the Grubb’s are anxious to delouse you! Crystal Caverns: Dark, slimy, full of surprises! What more could you want from a cavernous expedition? Chuckles Pizzeria: Puts Chucky’s to shame. 3D attraction makes the most of your hankerin’ for a slice... of pizza. Bone Appetit: Remember that nice little catering shop on the corner? Well, it seems to be under ‘New Management’. Come in and check out the new stuff. Harmony’s Department of Corrections: A night in jail can be a nightmare - but this Department is hell-bent on the ‘Extended Stay’ program... can you escape?

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952-445-7361”Anoka Haunted House Autumn Trees Scavenger Hunt: 12-Oct, 12:00 PM, Big Woods State Park, County Road 40, Nerstrand, . Leap into autumn leaves with a hands-on scavenger hunt! You will collect clues along the trail and discover what leaf goes to what tree along the way. Start your adventure at the Visitor Center. $5 vehicle permit fee. www. dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/nerstrand_big_ woods/index.html.

Star Watch Astronomy: Astronomy Day: 12-Oct, 7:00 PM, Staring Lake Observatory, 13765 Staring Lake Parkway, Eden Prairie, $7 . Take a look at our closest neighbor - the Moon - and celebrate Astronomy Day! If it is clear, we’ll have the roof open and the telescope pointed up. Our astronomer will explain what you are seeing and answer questions. If it is cloudy, we’ll use the large screen LCD inside the center to learn how to find some of the same highlights from our own backyards. All events are rain or shine.

Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Please dress for the weather. Bring insect repellant. Register online.. www.edenprairie. org/index.aspx?page=17&recordid=1859.

952-949-8300 October Floral Design Workshop: 17-Oct, 6:00 PM, Bachman’s Floral, Gift and Garden Center, 770 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie, $40 . (Ticket expense covers all of the materials used for your floral creation.) Create a rustic, earthy fall centerpiece with an organic feel.

Starting with a round grapevine peekaboo basket, you’ll add pumpkins, gourds and fresh fall blooms with options for finishing it all off with a Halloween look. Part of a series of floral design workshops, classes are taught by award-winning Bachman’s floral designer Diane Enge. Thursday, October 17, 6 8 p.m and Saturday, October 19, 2 4 p.m.. www.bachmans. com/Seminars-and-Events/store-locator.

html?cnb=SeminarsAndEvents&. 952-941-7700 Orchard Walk: 18-Oct, 1:00 PM, Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, . While your students are getting a break from school why not bring them out for a healthy snack they are sure to enjoy. After walking through CNC’s apple orchard, sampling different varieties of apples, we’ll make some fresh apple cider with an old-fashioned apple press. Participants will also get to pick a few apples to take home. CNC’s Apple Shack will be open for anyone wishing to purchase more apples or other products after the program.. carpenternaturecenter.org/programs/publicprograms/. 651-480-1958 Canoe When the Moon Is Full: 18-Oct, 5:30 PM, Bryant Lake Regional Park, 6800 Rowland Road, Eden Prairie, $8-$9. Enjoy a leisurely paddle as our guides lead you on a canoe trip under a full moon. Watch for deer, muskrats, herons, and other wildlife while being entertained with stories of the full moon. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. All equipment is provided. Reservations are required.

Public Program - $8.00 (required). Wonder Fund Donation - $1.00 (optional) - Creates opportunities for school groups and youth with financial need to experience the parks.. www. threeriversparks.org/events/C/canoe-when-themoon-is-full.aspx. 763-694-7764 Mankato Marathon & Races: 19-Oct, 8:00 AM, Minnesota State University, 117 Centennial Student Union, Mankato, $45-$85. Find greatness in Mankato. The Mankato Marathon is the Midwest’s boldest race from the dynamic course to the spirited racers. From the start line at Minnesota State University, Mankato, the course travels through the countryside and beautiful river valley to finish on the City Center’s Riverfront Drive. With a race for every runner - the full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and KidsK - there will be weekend activities for the whole family on and off the race course.

The Mankato Marathon is an USATF certified course, thus a Boston Qualifier. The Mankato Marathon is presented by Mayo Clinic Health System. The start lines for all races (10K, Relay, Half and Marathon) are located in the parking lots of the Minnesota State University, Mankato Campus. The parking lots are located on the southwest corner of Stadium Road and Monks Avenue. The actual start lines are in the middle of these lots. All 10K runners will start at 7:30 am. All relay, half, and full marathon runners will start together at 8 am. The KidsK is open to all youth. Come early and get involved in some fun warm up exercises. Young participants will run under the official marathon gantry just like the adults on Sunday’s run. A clock will be at the finish line, but times will not be recorded.. www. mankatomarathon.com/. “Wheels of Thunder 1st. Annual All Motorsports Show October Floral Design Workshop: 19-Oct, 2:00 PM, Bachman’s Floral, Gift and Garden Center, 770 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie, $40 . (Ticket expense covers all of the materials used for your floral creation.) Create a rustic,

earthy fall centerpiece with an organic feel.

Starting with a round grapevine peekaboo basket, you’ll add pumpkins, gourds and fresh fall blooms with options for finishing it all off with a Halloween look. Part of a series of floral design workshops, classes are taught by award-winning Bachman’s floral designer Diane Enge. Thursday, October 17, 6 8 p.m and Saturday, October 19, 2 4 p.m.. www.bachmans. com/Seminars-and-Events/store-locator. html?cnb=SeminarsAndEvents&. 952-941-7700 Halloween Fun Run & Walk: 26-Oct, 9:30 AM, St. Peter Community Center, 600 South 5th Street, St. Peter, $18-$30. Check in will be from 8:00 to 9:00 am at the Community Center Gymnasium. Awards for Top Male and Female finishers, awards for age divisions. Costume awards - over 1,400 costumes to be viewed.

Over 1,400 participants running/walking the 5K in beautiful St. Peter. Lil Monster Dash for ages 3-10. Over $10,000 in prizes and giveaways including door prizes. Great family event for all ages!. www.stpeterfunrun.com/.

Spooky Saturday: 26-Oct, 3:00 PM, Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie, Free-$20. Join us and enjoy trick-or-treating, arts and craft activities, music and games, climbing on the indoor play structure and skating exhibitions. Everyone who wears a costume receives a special treat!

Saturday, Oct. 26 3 5 p.m. Community Center 16700 Valley View Road $5 in advance $6 at the door Price is per child. Maximum of $20 per family, children under the age of 1 are admitted free. Parents and guardians free. Event appropriate for ages 1 10. Space is limited, preregister online at edenprairie.org/register using code 37151.. www.edenprairie.org/index. aspx?page=17&recordid=1825. 952-949-8470 2013 Annual Southern Minnesota Coin, Stamp and Currency Show: 27-Oct, All Day, Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Drive, Rochester, Free. Sponsored by the Rochester Area Coin Club. Dealers specializing in selling, buying or trading coins, currency and stamps. (Courtesy of http://rochestervisitor.com/events/2013annual-spring-southern-minnesota-coinstamp--currency-show/). www.mayociviccenter.com/upcoming_events/eventdetails. aspx?eventid=14551&display=1.

Halloween on the Mall: 31-Oct, 5:30 PM, Barnes and Noble Eden Prairie, 8251 Flying Cloud Drive #3000, Eden Prairie, Free. Bring the kids in costume to the mall for a night of safe trick-or-treating! Enjoy: Trick or Treating at each of the mall merchantsMeet Eden Prairie Police officers and Firefighters. www.edenprairie. org/index.aspx?page=17&recordid=1827.

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Department begins the year with the annual Theatre Physics performances. This exercise in creative energy features a variety of short scenes, all original material by Bethany students and theater faculty written, rehearsed, and readied in three weeks. There is no charge for admission, but the shows are extremely popular and fill quickly so advance reservations are strongly encouraged.. www.blc.edu/theatrephysics. “Charlotte’s Web Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse Show: 21-Sep, 1:00 PM, Stages Theatre Company, 1111 Main Street, Hopkins, $15 . Lilly is a youngster who looks at things very simply. She loves everything! Her friends Chester and Wilson share her excitement and wonder at discovering the world around them. In Kevin Kling’s wonderful adaptation of the Kevin Henkes book, we get to share the friends’ adventures and learn about the mysterious black holes in Swiss cheese as taught by favorite teacher Mr. Slinger.. stagestheatre.org/ upcoming-shows/02/26/2013/lillys-purpleplastic-purse. “Charlotte’s Web The Chameleon Theatre Circle’s One Act Showcase: 22-Sep, 2:00 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $18.52 . Incorporated on January 9, 1998, The Chameleon Theatre Circle continues to succeed in accomplishing the company’s mission of providing an engaging and complete experience to their audience through growth and development of all participants in a nurturing and unified environment.. burnsvillepac.com/ bpac-home.html.

Proof: 22-Sep, 2:00 PM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $22+-$32+. This Pulitzer Prizewinning drama tells the story of Catherine, a troubled young woman on the eve of her 25th birthday. After years of caring for her brilliant but unstable father a famous mathematician Catherine must deal with her own volatile feelings following his death, as well as the arrival of her estranged sister and the attentions of one of her father’s former students who hopes to find valuable work in the 103 notebooks her father left behind. Over the long weekend that follows, mysteries draw Catherine into a most difficult problem: How much of her father’s madness or genius will she inherit? Please Note: This program contains strong language.

Performance runs at 7:30 pm on September 13, 14, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28 & October 2, 3, 4, 5.

Performance runs at 2:00 pm on September 15, 22, 29 & October 6. Admission prices are as follows: Adult - $32, Senior - $29, 25 & Under - $25 ($3 off Wednesday performance).

All shows, dates, times, directors, performers, and prices are subject to change.. www.btacmn. org/2perform/at_theaters/blackbox/proof.html.

“The Fantasticks Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure: 28-Sep, 1:30 PM, Commonweal Theatre, 208 Parkway Ave N., Lanesboro, $15-$30. Join this thrilling adventure of the greatest detective of all time! Sherlock Holmes and Watson face off against arch-enemy, Professor Moriarty, in

this story inspired by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.. www.commonwealtheatre.org/sherlock.html.

507-467-2905”Explore Your Sheldon Musical: ‘Les Miserables’: 3-Oct, 7:30 PM, Ted Paul theatre of Earley Center for Performing Arts, Minnesota State University, Mankato, $15-$22. In 19th century France, Jean Valjean is released from 19 years of unjust imprisonment, but finds nothing in store for him but mistrust and mistreatment. He breaks his parole in hopes of starting a new life, initiating a life-long struggle for redemption as he is relentlessly pursued by police inspector Javert, who refuses to believe Valjean can change his ways. During the Paris student uprising of 1832, Javert must confront his ideals after Valjean spares his life and saves that of the student revolutionary who has captured the heart of Valjean’s adopted daughter. This is its Minnesota State Mankato debut.. www.mnsu.edu/theatre/. “Debra DiGiovanni Ruthless!: 4-Oct, 7:30 PM, Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, $17-$20. Eight-year-old Tina Denmark knows she was ‘born to entertain,’ and she will stop at nothing to fulfill that destiny! No one can stand in Tina’s way - not her mother, her agent, a theatre critic, or an investigative reporter, and most especially not her rival for the lead in the school play. The twists and turns never stop in this outrageous, uproarious, and hilarious musical.. www.burnsvillepac.com/events.html.

“Debra DiGiovanni Debra DiGiovanni: 5-Oct, 7:00 PM, House of Comedy, 408 East Broadway, Level 4 East, Bloomington, $15 . Debra DiGiovanni has just been awarded the 2011 Canadian Comedy Award for best comic (female) for the third time in 5 years. She’s been called the ‘Best Comedian to see after a Messy Break Up’ and for two years running-she was named her hometown Toronto’s favorite comedian. Debra’s comedy has a sharp edge while maintaining a playful, happy air. And her persona is one of the best developed of any comic working today- couple that with a hilarious act that is so personal everyone can relate- and you see why Debra is so popular.

Her humor and charm lies in her unflinching honesty and openness, and rapid-fire delivery.. www.houseofcomedy.net/comics_details. asp?ID=309. “Trick Boxing Youth Acting, Ages 12-15: 12-Oct, 1:00 PM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $80-$90. Over the course of six weeks, students will be assigned a role in a short play. Through the rehearsal process, they will learn the basics of action, relaxation, objective, spontaneity, emotion, projection, presence, and diction. At the end of the session, students will perform their play for invited guests, and will also have learned valuable life skills. Ages 12-15.

Saturdays, October 12 - November 16, 1:00 3:00 p.m. (6 sessions). www.btacmn.org/index. php?l=product_detail&p=371.

Youth Acting, Ages 8-11: 12-Oct, 1:00 PM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Sha-

MSU Theater & Dance Department presents Les Miserables, Minnesota State Mankato October 3rd - 13th There’s a reason Les Miserables was the big hit movie of the holiday season last year. The epic story, compelling characters, and unforgettable music is all so good, that not even Russell Crowe could ruin it. Good as the movie was, the stage production is better, and something everyone should see. Unfortunately, not everyone in SoMinn has the money to travel to London or New York, or Minneapolis for that matter, just for a trip to the theater.

Thank goodness we have institutions down here like Minnesota State University Mankato. To be sure, this is an ambitious project for a college theater department, even one as good as MSU’s.

But the department has shown it’s metal the last few years, taking on big productions like Spamalot, Rent, and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera. The theater department and director Paul J. Hustoles should be commended and rewarded for their ambition. Do yourself a favor, and go see Les Miz. Minnesota State Mankato’s production of Les Miserables runs October 3-13 at the Ted Paul Theatre. For ticket information call 507-389-6661 or visit MSUTheatre.com.

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kopee Road, Bloomington, $80-$90. This class will give students lessons in the basics of stage acting and how these skills transfer to everyday life, promoting successful communication skills (verbal, listening, and teamwork). Students will rehearse scenes to be performed for invited guests at the end of the final class. Ages 8-11.

Saturdays, October 12 - November 16, 1:00 3:00 p.m. (6 sessions). www.btacmn.org/index. php?l=product_detail&p=370.

Don’t Fear Shakespeare!: 26-Oct, 10:00 AM, Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, $35-$40. Classical work can be daunting and difficult. This supportive workshop, geared toward actors with limited experience working with the plays and text of William Shakespeare, will help you break down that barrier. With the help of professional actor Paul R. Coate, you’ll learn quick and easy ways to help you better understand the language of Shakespeare and develop

the skills necessary to faithfully embody his dynamic characters. Saturday, October 26, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.. www.btacmn.org/index. php?l=product_detail&p=361.

Merely Players Presents: Little Shop of Horrors: 27-Oct, 2:00 PM, Lincoln Community Center, 110 Fulton St., Mankato, $9-$16. In this campy musical based on the 1960s cult horror film, nerdy Seymour, a florist’s clerk, buys and nourishes a Venus fly trap-like plant, which he names for his beloved co-worker Audrey. The plant ultimately grows big enough to devour everything in its path. Every number is a showstopper with songs with Motown and Blues influence like ‘Skid Row’, ‘Feed Me’ and ‘Suddenly Seymour’!. www.merelyplayers.com/.

Blather Blarney and Balderdash: 27-Oct, 2:00 PM, New Prague Middle School, 721 Central Ave. N., New Prague, $5-$10. Curtain Call Theatre presents ‘Blather Blarney and

Balderdash.’ The children’s play is about three hilarious and action-packed Irish folk and fairy tales that collide in raucous laughter when a trio of wild and crazy leprechauns try to help tongue-tied shepherd Fin O’Grady learn to tell a story and win the hand of his one true love.. www.curtaincalltheatre.net/.

America’s Got Talent Live: 1-Nov, 8:00 PM, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, Prior Lake, $25+. Don’t miss your chance to be dazzled live and in-person by the amazing and electrifying stars of NBC’s #1-rated hit TV show. For eight years running, ‘America’s Got Talent ‘ has entertained viewers with its own unique blend of incredible talent and one-of-a-kind performances, in a celebration of the American spirit. With a lineup led by the show’s brand-new Million Dollar Winner, the ‘America’s Got Talent Live ‘ stage show features many of the performers and fan favorites who won America’s hearts and received millions of

votes from viewers across the country. Be there to experience all the energy and excitement of the blockbuster TV show, when ‘America’s Got Talent Live ‘ bursts on stage at a theater near you!. agtlivetour.com/.

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Getting a grip:

My introduction to rock climbing

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’m an advocate of experiencing as many new things as possible. Among other benefits, it gets you out of your comfort zone and challenges you to improve yourself.

However, while hanging on for dear life recently at the midway of a 60-foot rock facing in Colorado, I began to have second thoughts about that notion.

First a little background. I was in Denver visiting my step brother Derek while on vacation.

As a lifelong Minnesotan, mountains were an

unfamiliar thing to me and I longed to explore the nearby ranges. I suggested a multi-day hike, but Derek had other ideas.

Since moving to Colorado, my step brother had become a avid rock climber, and since I knew next to nothing about the sport, he figured it was as good a time as any to give me an introduction.

To be fair, I wasn’t a complete novice about scaling some rock. There was a climbing wall near my dad’s house that I went to a few times

as a kid and I can proudly claim rock climbing to be among the merit badges I earned in Boy Scouts.

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ing to be a legitimate musician after beating “Freebird” on “Guitar Hero.”

Reasoning that it would be a unique experience, I agreed to rock climbing and prepared for it the only way I knew how: by watching it on YouTube. At first glance, it didn’t LOOK like anything too difficult.

“Who knows?” I told myself. “You’re in decent shape. You might just be able show Derek a thing or two.”

After picking up the necessary rental equipment –- climbing shoes and a safety harness -- we headed out with a few of his friends to a grouping of rocks near Golden, Colo. (home of Coors Brewing Company, fun tidbit) to do some top rope climbing, a beginner style that consists of a rope running from a belayer at ground level through carabiners anchored at the top of the route Derek led the first climb, scurrying up the rock with the ease and confidence of a seasoned mountain goat. Like the YouTube videos, he made it look easy and further established my belief that rock climbing would be a breeze to catch on to.

It took about 45 seconds into my climb to realize my belief was misguided.

Like most people, I tend to apply my athletic background toward an unfamiliar activity. Since that background includes sports like football, basketball and baseball, I use my upper body for precision needs -- like throwing a baseball or dribbling a basketball -- while my lower body essentially serves two purposes: running and jumping.

Consequently, when it came to climbing, my hands and upper body did most of the gripping and pull-up work, while my legs and feet were pretty much there for balance and moral support.

Any experienced climber will tell you this is absolutely the wrong way to climb, but like most bad habits, it wasn’t an easy tendency to break. Not helping matters: I was able to get by climbing this way -- albeit slowly with increasingly sore forearms and shoulders -- for almost half the route.

However, I soon reached the crux of my climb; the point where I couldn’t just rely on my hands and arms to pull me up. There were no good hand holds to be found and the only course of action was to trust my feet.

I lifted my right leg and pressed my foot against a solid foot hold, but while trying to push myself up, my right leg started to wobble and my foot slipped off the hold, sending me falling into the safety -- and embarrassment -- of the rope.

After collected my shattered ego, I eased back to the hold and tried again.

No luck. I attempted to use my other foot and pushing up with my other leg.

Still nothing. I even tried pulling myself up with the fingernail grips my hands had. Didn’t work, plus it added to the sore wrists I already had.

Eventually, I found myself clutching the rock and contemplating an early conclusion to my climb. I had been stuck on that hold for what seemed like an eternity and all of the sudden I realized how high I was off the ground. My knees felt weak, my arms felt tired and I started to think maybe rock climbing wasn’t for me. I felt like I was wasting everyone else’s time being up on that route.

However, another thought quickly swept over me: Maybe this was exactly what I was looking for with rock climbing.

“This is why you’re here,” I told myself. “You wanted to do something different and you wanted to challenge yourself. So stop whining and get up this rock.” (Note: this is probably the edited version of my inner monologue at that point) My step brother and his friends echoed this sentiment from the ground.

“Keep it going man!” they yelled. “You’re almost there, you just gotta trust your feet!” I wasn’t wasting their time; they were excited to see a beginner give it a go.

After taking a moment to catch my breath, I repositioned my hands and feet and calmly pushed myself upward with my right leg to the jug -- climbing term for a really big hand hold -- I’d been falling just short of.

Only this time, I finally made it. Even better, I immediately pulled myself up from that hold and moved on to another.

A short time later, I reached the top of the route, at which point I threw up my arms and let out a mighty “Drago!” yell -- “Rocky 4” reference, don’t judge.

I was pretty proud of myself at that point.

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was a route my step brother could do in his sleep and it ended up being a lot harder than I thought it would, but I didn’t quit.

I stuck with it and eventually managed to get through the climb, even if it looked a little clumsy.

Above all else, that’s what I enjoyed most about rock climbing: The satisfaction of completing a route and the general acceptance I felt from everyone else in the group. I didn’t have the skill or general interest in the sport that Derek and his friends had, but that didn’t matter. Everyone was there to have a good time and encourage each other to get on the rock and give it a try.

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Arlo Cristofaro’s Great Glass Jar

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old your memories close/ fold them with the wind/ it’s been seven years/ and still sometimes I forget/you don’t need to remind me/of all the things I’ve missed” So begins the opening track, Dear Sgt. Pepper, of Arlo Cristofaro’s debut album, The Great Glass Jar. These are words you expect to hear from a wizened troubadour like James Taylor or Jackson Browne; guys who’ve been around the block a couple thousand times. This is not what you expect from a kid who just graduated from high school in May. Arlo Cristofaro is a remarkable talent, however. Armed with nothing but a guitar and 18 years of life experience, he writes songs that are filled with both youthful exuberance and sentimental reflections on the lessons he has gleaned from his short time on Earth.

While not an explicit concept album, The Great Glass Jar has a singular point of view. Cristofaro

seems to be speaking to his peers as an old soul, reminding them how important it is to grab life with both hands and approach things without fear.

On Hey, Everybody Listen!, Mr. Cristofaro uses his own personal vision as a means to encourage and inspire the people around him. I found myself alive/as I sat on yonder hill/and listened to my thoughts/as they slowly found the sill/and damn I’ve got the will.

His sense of societal responsibility is both surprising and refreshing.

On The Sparrow & the Plough, a “grass is greener” tale, he ruminates on the idea that anything done long enough can become mundane, and the importance of accepting yourself as who you are.

The strongest song on the album is Blend. Through a bouncing acoustic rhythm, he conveys the sense of wonder and excitement that’s felt when the future is wide open, while the lyrics remind the listener to never forget the experiences that brought them to this point. It’s an inspiring thing to hear

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a young man so eager and excited, thankful for all that’s come before him, not afraid to make mistakes.

Amazingly, Cristofaro finds a way to convey this feeling with charm, and not overly dramatic schmaltz.

The charm of the lyrics on Glass Jar is matched by the remarkable musicianship. It’s not easy to carry an album almost solely on the back of an acoustic guitar, yet Cristofaro does it with ease. Augmented only by producer Jonathan Young’s percussion and the very occasional keyboard wash, Cristofaro is able to convey as much emotion through his guitar as his words.

He is also blessed with a unique, expressive voice that recalls a deeper, but every bit as ethereal Jeff Buckley. Young is wise to leave the vocals up in most of the mixes, capturing Cristofaro’s detailed diction.

Graduating from high school is a major rite of passage. For most of us, it’s the first time we get a taste of care free independence. Cristofaro is able to capture the exhilaration of freedom and opportunity that comes with being 18. More importantly, he has announced himself as someone who deserves our attention, and will for years to come.

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ew names pulled from the pages of American history books during the days of the Wild West are recognized by more people than Jesse James.

The subject of numerous movies and hundreds of books – including the popular Western dime novels of the 19th century – the outlaw’s exploits made him feared in life and a legend in death.

Northfielders found out firsthand how ruthless James and his band of thieves could be when he and seven other members of the James-Younger gang – astride fine horses and wearing white dusters that covered immense firepower – rode into town on Sept. 7, 1876, with the intention of robbing the First National Bank.

Things didn’t go the way the gang had grown accustomed to while in Northfield, however. A defiant staff kept the robbers in the bank longer than intended and when word spread that the bank was being robbed, the townspeople fought back.

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they’re robbing the bank!” was bedlam, heroism and a Wild West shootout never before seen in these parts.

The story of the infamous Northfield raid has been recounted time and time again in many publications – sometimes exaggerated to the point of being pure fiction and other times based in fact but laced with half-truths.

But never has the story been told as thoroughly, accurately and with as much passion as in Mark Lee Gardner’s new book Shot All to Hell: Jesse James, the Northfield Raid, and the Wild West’s Greatest Escape.

Gardner goes to great lengths to tell the reader who the players were in one of the West’s most famous stories and how they attained the reputation of being the most feared and sought-after gang in U.S. history.

They were all young men. Not one of them was older than thirty-five, and half of them were still single. People thought of them as courteous and good-natured, even jolly. And their Missouri drawls added to their charm. ... But it stuck out, especially to folks from the North.

Nobody had the slightest inkling these affable men were stone-cold killers. Yet the men of the James-Younger gang were hardened to violence and bloodshed. Many of them had been baptized by fire as guerilla fighters (better known as “bushwhackers”) in the most savage theater of the Civil War. These outlaws wouldn’t hesitate to pull a trigger and snuff out a man’s life. – Page 25 Gardner not only tells the story of the raid itself in more detail than most scholarly accounts of the historic event and also helps the reader get into the minds of the JamesYounger gang and why they were the way they were, he painstakingly details their movements before and after the raid. In one passage detailing their plight, Gardner even talks about the role Minnesota’s weather played in the capture of this feared band of brothers.

Minnesota had become their living hell. The rain and cold continue to sap their strength, making their situation nearly unbearable. “The oldest inhabitant has no recollection of such

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Aahhh. . . the dreaded ‘dinner party’!

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n Victorian times dinner parties were a very important duty of wives in the upper class.

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more important in Society. The hostess of a party had her ‘guest list’ of people she considered worthy of an invitation: old friends and new friends, people she wished to cultivate for their distinction or wealth, or for the use they might be to her husband. Every detail was an opportunity for disaster! If the party went well the story spread. If it didn’t, the story spread even faster! Now that’s pressure!

Although the dinner party today is much more casual and does not hold the “social’ weight that it did in the past, it can still cause the most calm and relaxed people to ‘freak out’!

DON’T BE AFRAID!! Don’t let a fear of proper etiquette or the fear of too much work stop you from hosting a party. Your main job is to make everyone feel comfortable. There are many ways to lessen the stress!

First, make lists. The more organized you can be the calmer you will be on that dreaded night. There is nothing more ‘zen-like’ than a list with all the tasks crossed off! And start your list early! If you don’t use your dining room table on a daily basis set the table a week ahead – everything but fresh flowers!

Second, gather as many tips as you can to make the evening special. Things that you can do ahead of time are important. Have the table attractively set, and make sure your centerpiece is low enough to not interrupt conversation. It’s a nice touch to put one or two fresh blooms in a small vase in your guest bathroom when you are entertaining and you can do that the day before. It tells your guests you are happy they are there. All of the senses need to be satisfied all at once; let the guest see flowers in the hall, smell the wonderful food, hear music through the air, feel the vibes that have been set, and taste the liquid refreshment that is instantly of-

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fered. Have each of your guests bring some of their favorite music! Your favorite music brings memories, makes you feel at home, invites stories about where you were when you last heard that song.

Third, give special thought to the guest list. Creating an atmosphere of warmth, ease and charm is the key to successful entertaining. Dinner parties are meant to be intimate, so don’t host more than six to eight people; everyone should sit together at one table. Only ask people you really like to spend time with – no ulterior motives or entertaining debt paying. And certainly ‘no bores allowed’! Mix up the personality types, ages, professions – new friends and good old pals – to make interesting, varied and eclectic conversations. At the end of the evening, when your guests are planning the next get-together you’ll know your party was a hit!

Fourth, you can delegate many tasks.

All except one. Yes, you will be readying the house and making your special dishes when you entertain but the first impression will set the tone for the rest of the party. So it’s important that it is the Host that graciously welcomes guests at the door and gets the introductions going. But integrate your guests by welcoming them into the kitchen to assist with final touches, open some wine or change the music. Just make sure you don’t relax so much as to ask them to answer the door. That’s the Host’s job!

The ultimate way to “delegate” is to suggest to friends a ‘themed progressive dinner’! This really spreads the tasks around – from ‘house to house’! Have appetizers at one house, the entrée at another, and dessert and after-dinner drinks at a third! Making a progressive din-

ner night of it not only spreads the tasks around but also the fun of it!!

Other themes can be a ‘Murder Mystery’ dinner. Your guests are first assigned identities, and then become suspects in the crime. During the meal, clues are handed out, and guests quiz each other to determine who the fictitious killer is. To keep things as simple as possible it’s best to purchase a murder mystery party game to help guide the action.

Throw a party to watch vintage Italian movies with Italian classics on the menu.

Warm soup, bread, pasta with fresh basil tomato sauce and gelato are the perfect match for The Godfather or La Dolce Vita with good friends. Everyone has a favorite movie, book or play. It certainly helps if your favorite has a strong food component, such as “Eat Pray Love,” a movie which initially centers around pasta, or “Chocolat,” a story about a female chocolatier.

What do you think of when you hear about the Victorian Era, the Renaissance or the Roman Empire? What about the Prohibition Era or Flower Power? Translate that into a dinner party idea. A 1960s Flower Power party can mean tie-dyed placemats, beads in the doorway and endless music choices (did I hear Woodstock?). Themes can be as varied as your imagination, but one great way to come up with not only a theme but an entire fun evening is to theme it around a night at the theater!

There are Community theaters throughout Southern Minnesota: Albert Lea, Faribault, Hastings, Lakeville, Montgomery, and Northfield to name only a few! Check out what might be happening at the Paradise Center for the Arts! September 28th brings the magic of the Beatles throughout

the British invasion; talk about the psychedelic/flower power era! Make it progressive before and after the show. If you tie in the food from that era, you’re probably talking simple comfort foods like meatloaf and mashed potatoes, with whipped creamtopped gelatin for dessert; I might abstain from the ‘brownies’. Assign each of your guests a ‘hippie name’ like Rainbow, Fawn the Flower Child, Star, Moon, Dharma etc. It doesn’t hurt to dress the part either; bell bottom jeans and a fringe vest

would be right on, man.” Sitting on the floor is a must and the more candles the better.

No matter how you choose to have a dinner party, don’t NOT have one for fear of ‘messing up’! DON’T BE AFRAID! It’s just a party; loosen up and have fun!

– Jill Mackey is a Faribault foodie. Got a question bout food or drinks for Jill? Email editor@ southernminnscene.com

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He includes accounts from bystanders in the streets during the failed robbery persistent rain-storms as we have had attempt and interviews with family memduring September thus far,” reported the bers of victims, all scoured from newspaRice County Journal on September 21. The per accounts of the fateful day and those surrounding it. “Shot All to Hell” is so outlaws were living that outside and were thoroughly researched, it could ostensibly drenched by nearly every storm. Plus, they be used as a textbook. were always famished, surviving primarily But make no mistake about it. It doesn’t on corn from the fields and one night a few read like a textbook. Gardner’s latest chickens they were able to steal. – Pages book Shot All to Hell is not only the most 153-154 factual account of that historic event, his easy-going manner makes it read like a Gardner’s hours of research on the best-selling novel. It’s a must read for his· Late Night 9-11pm James-Younger gang, their movements tory buffs and anyone who loves a good and the capture of those who weren’t WinWestern.

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Maxscene recommends embracing your to return the favor. Enter Pennywise the inner hipster: watch the gritty original, Dancing Clown. not the sexy remake.

Scorpio

Virgo

(Oct 24-Nov 21)

(Aug 23-Sept 22) Scary movie: The Silence of the Lambs Buffalo Bill is much like a Virgo: a loner, driven, and a bit particular when it comes to getting things done (“It puts the lotion on it’s skin!”). Coupled with the perfectly sinister and immaculately articulate Hannibal Lecter, The Silence of the Lambs will be sure to leave even the most tightly-wound Virgo a tad undone.

Scary movie: Rosemary’s Baby Nobody plays the game of love quite like a Scorpio. Known for their passion, jealous, and zero-tolerance for betrayal, Scorpios should adore Mia Farrow as Rosemary. Short story: stupid husband, cult-y neighbors, one-night stand with Satan, demon spawn pregnancy. Mia Farrow’s portrayal as a frail and broken wife/mother/woman wasn’t just great acting- hubby Frank Sinatra sent her divorce papers while she was on set.

Libra

Sagittarius

(Sept 23-Oct 23)

(Nov 22-Dec 21)

Scary movie: IT Libras are always on a mission to turn a frown upside-down. The world is ready

adore companionship….maybe that’s what makes them such great animal lovers? Get your P.E.T.A. pals together and pop in a copy of An American Werewolf in London. Once it’s over, you can discuss the ethical treatment of werewolves and their place in society.

Capricorn (Dec 22-Jan 19) Scary movie: Last House on the Left Capricorns are renowned for their calm demeanor and chameleon-like abilities to blend comfortably into a situation.

Similar skills are necessary in order to keep your cool after discovering that your houseguests just tried to kill your daughter.

Aquarius

(Jan 20-Feb 18) Scary movie: An American Werewolf Scary movie: Carrie in London Sagittarius are nurturing, protective, and Aquarius’ willingness to experiment

with new ideas often leads to them putting themselves “out there”. They want to find a friend in everyone. They want people to like them. Sometimes, though, the world (particularly the high school girl world) just doesn’t share that same innocent ambition of camaraderie.

Sometimes the world spills pig blood on you. And sometimes, that willingness to experiment with new ideas like telekinesis means you can exact revenge on those punks.

Pisces (Feb 19-March 20) Scary movie: Seven Right and wrong, good and evil, chocolate or vanilla….Pisces tend to weigh their options and respond rationally.

Seven has a fabulous example of this kind of logic: if somebody presents you with a box what would you do? Probably ask what’s in the box, and/or open the box. …don’t open the box.

Aries

Gemini

(March 21-April 19)

(May 21-June 21)

Scary movie: The Omen Could there be a movie more fitting for an Aries- the bold-blooded ‘baby of the Zodiac’- than The Omen? Indeed, it takes a lot of confidence in ones’ self to be a 5 year-old Antichrist.

Scary movie: The Shining It’s said that when a Gemini gets bored, they seek out excitement. What do you think a Gemini would do if they were stuck on a family vacation at a snowedin old resort? Maybe go for a bike ride?

Meet some new friends and play with them forever? Grab the axe and decide to do a little bathroom remodel? All good options, Timmy.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) Scary movie: 28 Days Later A Taurus will charge head-on into whatever situation you throw at them.

Recovering from brain surgery, escaping London, rescuing your friends from a psychotic military group and doing it all while dodging hordes of bloodthirsty ‘Rage’ zombies? Piece of cake for a Taurus.

in somebody else’s body in order to continue on a terrifying carnage…..but you can draw the parallels.

Leo (July 23-Aug 22)

(June 22-July 22)

Scary movie: The Devil’s Rejects Leos are strange creatures….they tend to naturally take charge of a situation when the opportunity arises, but will quickly respect and follow a leader when presented with one. Does anybody else truly capture that independent/ dependent relationship quite like the patriarch-loving family in The Devil’s Rejects?

Scary movie: The Thing Cancers might just see a little bit of themselves in The Thing. Never one to wear their emotions out in the open, Cancers find it much more comfortable to put on a mask. How is The Thing really that different? Granted, we’re talking about masquerading around

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Rock Out For Cancer

A breast cancer awareness benefit concert event

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Saturday October 5th 7:30pm $25.00 per ticket

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