November 2010 Northfield Entertainment Guide

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ContentsGalleries ......................................2

Happenings – Up Close .........................2-15, 24

Sports ..........................................3

Theater .......................................3

A Month at a Glance ..... 18-21

Clubs, Classes & More ........22

November Gigs ..........................22

Regional Happenings..............24

Historic Happenings ..... 26-29

Advertisers’ Index ................30

Dining ......................................30

Just Curious: Marc Robinson ............... 31-32

On the Cover: The cast of “The Singer Sisters” surrounding playwright/director Marc Robinson. The show opens Nov. 5 and Robinson is profi led in our Just Curious on page 31.

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ArtOnWater 217 S. Water St. • 507/786-9700artonwater.com • Gallery summer hours: Th-Sa 4-7pm or by appointmenta favorite cup – functional ceram-ics of Colleen Riley and Donovan Palmquist, plus many other local and Minnesota-connected potters. Also origi-nal oak-framed decorative American Opal(escent) Glass by Dean Kjerland.

blackbox(back) gallery: Kathy Miller Watercolors, Nov. 4-14. Sneak preview: Nov. 4, 4-9pm. Artist reception: Nov. 11, 7-8pm. Artist talk: Nov. 14, 2-3pm. Call for artists: [email protected]

Carleton College Art GalleryOne N. College St. • 507/646-4469carleton.edu/campus/galleryExhibit hours: M-W noon-6pm, Th/F noon-10pm, Sa/Su noon-4pmPrints Around the Pacifi c Rim – Through Nov. 17. New work by artists from Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Thailand, Canada and Hawaii, each engaged with printmaking as a sustained research process.

Carleton Gould LibraryM-F 8-1am, Sa 9am-midnight, Su 9-1amThe Twenty Views of Dundas – Through Nov. 21. A collaborative print project to honor the history of Dundas. Organized by Northfi eld’s ArtOrg and featured as part of the Mid-America Print Council conference.

Eclectic Goat418 Division St. • 507/786-9595 Tu/W 10-5, Th 10-7, F/Sa 10-5, Su 12-4More than 120 artists represented.“A shop where...ART RULES!”

fi ne Craft Collective314 Division St. • fi necraftcollective.comNov. 5-Dec 24, M-Sa 11-5, Th 11-7, Su 12-4A cooperative show of fi ne craft in North-fi eld. Artist’s Reception: Nov. 11, 5-8pm

The Flaten Art MuseumDittmann Center1520 St. Olaf Ave. • 507/646-3556stolaf.edu/depts/art/M-F 10am-5pm, Th until 8, Sa/Su 2-5pm. Gallery closed Nov. 24-28.ART OF MOSFILM: Art and Craft of Russian Film – Nov. 6-Dec. 12 – The Russian Department celebrates 50 years at St. Olaf with this exhibit discussing Russian fi lm and its relevance to Ameri-cans. View fi lms, clips and posters from movies such as “Anna Karenina” and “War and Peace,” as well as lesser known titles. Has Western fi lm infl uenced Rus-sian fi lm? Has Russian fi lm infl uenced the West? Opening Reception: Nov. 11, 11:45am. Honorary degree, Dr. of Hu-mane Letters, presented to Russian fi lm-maker Karen Shakhnazarov, 11:10am.

Northfi eld Arts Guild304 Division St. • 507/645-8877www.northfi eldartsguild.orgM-F 10-5, Sa 11-3Michael Frey: Power to the People – Through Dec. 4. Realistic portraits and fi gure paintings with a modern bent. “I have had a fascination with the human face for as long as I can remember. Power to the People allows further exploration of my favorite subject.” In the Other Room: Karl Nelson: A Little, But Thoroughly. Slow improvisations upon simple ideas.

Paradise Center for the Arts321 Central Ave., Faribault507/332-7372 • Tu-F 10-5, Sa 12-5paradisecenterforthearts.orgChi Explosion – Through Nov. 13. Ink and watercolor art by Asian brush painters from the Minnesota Ming Chiao Organization, Inc. and a group of the 2009 China Traveling Artists, including some from Faribault.

Kathy Putrah – Créches from Around the World – Nov. 19-Jan 8. Opening Reception: Nov. 19, 5-7pm.

Studio Elements16 Bridge Square • 507/786-9393studioelements.netNow open weekly: Th 10am-8pm, F/Sa 10am-5pm, Su 12-4pm.Fine art, unique gifts and fun junk. One Year Anniversary Party: Nov. 6. Refreshments and shopping all day, live music by Potluck and the Hot Dishes and wine at 4pm.

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Windows on ParadiseArt Gallery904 Division St. So. • 507/645-5563Landscapes and inspirational art by Mark Daehlin. Viewings by appointment.

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TheaterTwelve Angry JurorsNov. 5-6, 12-13, 7:30pmNorthfi eld High SchoolStrong personalities. Growing tension. Violent disagreement. This adaptation of the television drama “Twelve Angry Men” crackles with dramatic confl ict. Tickets: $6 adults, $4 students.

The Singer SistersNov. 5-6, 12-14, 19-21; F/Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild Theater

Written by local playwright Marc Robin-son, “The Singer Sisters” is a sweet comic drama about four sisters who have reunited to celebrate their mother’s birthday, but unexpected circumstances put a twist on the merriments. Tickets: $15 adults, $10 students and seniors; available at the Arts Guild, 304 Division St., by calling 507/645-8877, or online at northfi eldartsguild.org. The Nov. 12 performance will be audio

described for the blind and visually impaired.

The Hour We Knew Nothing of Each OtherNov. 12-13, 18-20, 7:30pm; Nov. 14, 6pm; Nov. 20, 2pmKelsey Theater, St. OlafImagine a city square on a sunny afternoon. You sit and watch life go by. Hundreds pass. Not a word is spoken. The square becomes a shifting environment where daily life is put under a magnify-ing glass and images of our past, present and future collide in a symphony of movement and sound. Tickets: $8 and available by calling 507/786-8987.

Oklahoma!Nov. 19 and 20, 7pm and Nov. 21, 2pmCannon Falls High School Auditorium“Oklahoma!,” the fi rst musical written by Rodgers and Hammer-stein, is based on Lynn Riggs’ 1931 play, “Green Grow the Lilacs.” Set in Oklahoma Territory in 1906, it tells the story of cowboy Curly McLain and his romance with farm girl Laurey Williams. A secondary romance concerns cowboy Will Parker and his fl irta-tious fi ancé, Ado Annie. Tickets: $8 adults, $5 students.

S P O R T S Here are the home games…

Friday, November 5CROSS COUNTRY - State High School Meet, St. Olaf College

Saturday, November 6CROSS COUNTRY - State High School Meet, St. Olaf CollegeFOOTBALL - St. Olaf vs. St. John’s University, 1pm

Friday, November 12HOCKEY - St. Olaf Men’s vs. Gustavus Adolphus College, 7:30pm

Monday, November 15BASKETBALL - St. Olaf Women’s vs. Waldorf College, 7pm

Tuesday, November 16HOCKEY - Northfi eld Raiders Girls vs. Albert Lea, 7:30pm

Saturday, November 20BASKETBALL - St. Olaf Women’s vs. College of St. Scholastica, 3pmHOCKEY - Northfi eld Raiders Girls vs. Mound-Westonka, 7:30pm

Tuesday, November 23BASKETBALL - St. Olaf Women’s vs. Luther College, 7pm

Friday, November 26HOCKEY - St. Olaf Men’s vs. Lake Forest College, 7:30pm

Saturday, November 27HOCKEY - St. Olaf Men’s vs. Lake Forest College, 2pm

Tuesday, November 30BASKETBALL - St. Olaf Women’s vs. Concordia College Moorhead,

5pmHOCKEY - Northfi eld Raiders Girls vs. Faribault, 7:30pm

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Short Play Festival SubmissionsThe Northfi eld Arts Guild is accepting submissions for 2011’s Very Short Play Festival, to be held April 29-30, 2011. Submis-sions cannot exceed 10 minutes in length when fully staged. Writers of all ages are encouraged to submit their work. Writers will be required to produce their play and provide their own actors. Plays can be submitted by email ([email protected]) or ground mail to the Northfi eld Arts Guild by March 17, 2011. Email submissions should be formatted as a Microsoft Word document, plain text fi le or .pdf fi le.



HAPPE N I NG SCheck the Calendar-at-a-Glance for weekly happenings!

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1

High School Band Concert • 7:30pmHigh School Gym

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2

Day of the Dead Celebration • 5:30pmSeverance Great Hall, CarletonWith affection, and even humor, this traditional Mexican holiday commemorates the memories of dead ancestors. Here you’ll enjoy dance, poems, song, decoration and a chance to remember loved ones who have died. Free.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3

Reading/Booksigning: James Farrell • 7pmViking Theater, St. OlafThe author of “The Nature of College” will read, lead a discussion and sign books.

Recital: Pianist Nicola Melville • 7pm Concert Hall, Carleton

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4

Exhibit Sneak Preview • 4-9pmArtOnWater GallerySee gallery page.

History Lecture: Michael Golec • 5:30pmBoliou 104, CarletonGolec is Associate Professor of the History of Design at the School of The Art Institute of Chicago. His lecture is titled, “Shock Mounts and Assisted Living: The War Time Development of the Eames DCM Chair.”

Talk/Booksigning: Bao Phi and Douglas Kearney • 7pm Viking Theater, St. Olaf

Phi is a Vietnamese-American spoken-word artist, writer and community activist. He has twice won the Minnesota Grand Poetry Slam. Kearney is a poet who teaches at the California Institute of Arts. Booksigning follows.

Talk: Andrew Busch • 7:30pm Boliou Hall Auditorium, CarletonAndrew Busch, chair of the Political Science Department, Claremount McKenna College, will speak on the mid-term elections. Busch has written widely on every presidential election since 1992 and his book, “Horses in Midstream: Mid-Term Elections and Their Consequences, 1894-1998,” is highly recommended.

James Farrell

Douglas KearneyBao Phi


Piano Player Dan Waczek • 8:30pmButler’s Steak and Ale

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6

Three Links Holiday Harvest Bazaar • 8am-4pmThis is the second of a two-day event. See Nov. 5 description.

Bagels and Birds • 8:30-9:30amRiver Bend Nature Center, FaribaultJoin a naturalist in the comfort of the building to observe birds and other visitors to our backyard habitat feeding area. Help with ID, fun facts, binoculars, guidebooks and conversation will make this a great way to start the day! Enjoy coffee and bagels while watching the antics of wildlife.

Palestine Fair • 1-5pmFirst United Church of ChristFood, dancing, peace and justice! Celebrate Middle Eastern culture with samples of tasty tabouleh and hummus, traditional Israeli and Palestinian dance and Palestinian crafts like olive wood carvings and pottery, available for purchase. The Fair will also educate about the situation in Palestine/Israel with a live drama, “Seven Jewish Children,” and a panel of Palestinian students studying at area institutions, including Carleton. Speaking is Mary Davies, a retired missionary, long-time Middle East resident and developer of the school curriculum, “Getting to Know the Children of the Middle East.” For information, contact Bill McGrath, 507/645-7660. Free and open to the public.

Mark Mraz • 8-11pmThe Tavern LoungeA versatile singer-pianist special-izing in popular music of the past 50 years. His repertoire includes hits from artists such as Billy Joel, Elton John, Frank Sinatra, The Eagles, James Taylor, The Beatles and Neil Diamond.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5

St. Olaf Founder’s Day The days’ activities will culminate with the Distinguished Alumni Awards Banquet. Information at stolaf.edu/alumni.

Three Links Holiday Harvest Bazaar • 8am-4pmThis is the fi rst of a two-day event. Holiday fare and tasty treats, bake sale with Scandinavian favorites, lunch, shopping and a silent auction.

Convocation: Michael Armacost • 10:50-11:50amSkinner Memorial Chapel, CarletonArmacost has served as undersecretary of state for political affairs and ambassador to Japan and the Philippines. He is the author of “Friends or Rivals?,” which draws on his tenure as ambassador to Japan and considers the future dealings of the United States with this extremely important trading partner and ally.

Artist Reception: Kathy Miller • 4-9pmArtOnWater GallerySee gallery page.

Carey Langer • 5pmThe Contented CowA solo artist covering six decades and seven styles of music. From The Everly Brothers and Frank Sinatra, to Rick Springfi eld, Dave Matthews and Jimmy Eat World, plus original music.

Dave Hagedorn • 6pmButler’s Steak and Ale

Goodsell Observatory Open House • 7-9pmCarletonThis event takes place the fi rst Friday of every month. If skies are clear, view stars, nebulas and planets. Dress warmly! Cancelled if cloudy. Open house schedules can be viewed at http://go.carleton.edu/83.

Theater: The Singer Sisters • 7:30pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild TheaterSee theater page.

Theater: Twelve Angry Jurors • 7:30pmNorthfi eld High SchoolSee theater page.

Shoot Lucy • 8-11pmThe Contented Cow

Jeff Ray • 8-11pmThe Tavern Lounge“A quality that could only come by blending the birthplaces of Bob Dylan and the blues.” – Des Moines Register (Des Moines, IA).

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a variety of dinner rolls and festive pies.

Celebrating 61 yearsDoug & Sue (Klinkhammer) Ouimette

Open 6 am, Tues-Sat • Downtown Northfield • 507-645-8392

HAPPENINGS Thursday, Nov. 4, continued

photo: A Schmitt

Jeff Ray


Ladies Day • 1:30-5pmCastle Rock N Roll Bar and Grill, Castle RockFeaturing wine tasting, jewelry, crafts, gifts, purses and more! This is a free event.

Dance Concert: Fresh Space • 2pmDittmann Center Studio 1, St. OlafA student-run, student-performed dance concert presenting fi n-ished work and works in progress.

Studio Elements’ One Year Anniversary Party • 4pmStudio ElementsRefreshments and shopping all day. Live music by Potluck and the Hotdishes and wine at 4pm.

Steven Earl Howard • 5-7pmThe Contented CowHillbilly music for the soul. Blue-grass, blues and ’60s hits. Acoustic guitar, fi ve-string banjo and voice.

Starry Night Out • 7-8pmRiver Bend Nature Center, FaribaultTake advantage of the new moon (no moonlight) and early sunset by joining River Bend staff to learn about the night sky. The view-ing coincides with the Taurid Meteor shower so be ready to count falling stars. Dress to be outside.



Kevin Stanke with Your Friends and Family • 8-11pmThe Tavern LoungeFolk pop – Just some handsome guys and some beautiful women playing music together: Monica Haynes (piano), Travis Kath (vocals, guitar), Kevin Stanke (bass, harmonica) and Allie Savella (ukulele).


Choral Day Concert • 4pmSkoglund Center, St. OlafHigh school choirs will spend a day working together with guest conductors and the St. Olaf Choir. The workshop concludes with a concert conducted by Anton Armstrong.


Film: The Vanished Empire OR City Zero • 7pmViking Theater, St. Olaf


Honorary Degree Convocation • 11:10amBoe Memorial Chapel, St. OlafAs a part of the celebration of the 50th anni-versary of the St. Olaf Russian Language and Area Studies Department, Karen Shakhnaz-arov, president of Mosfi lm, will be awarded the honorary degree, Doctor of Humane Letters. A public reception in the Crossroads of Buntrock Commons will follow.

Exhibit Opening Reception: ART OF MOSFILM • 11:45amFlaten Art Museum, St. OlafSee gallery page.

Craft Collective Artist’s Reception • 5-8pm314 Division St. (Across from Blue Monday)Artisan profi les at fi necraftcollective.com

Film: Ward No. 6 • 7pmViking Theater, St. Olaf

The Counterfactuals • 8-10:30pmThe Contented Cow

Carleton Choir and Carleton Singers Fall Concert • 8pmConcert Hall, CarletonDirected by Lawrence Burnett, the program features the Carleton Singers in a smorgasbord of sacred and secular works from the Renais-sance period. Bella Cantemus and the Men’s Chorus, which together form the Carleton Choir, perform works presented at the 21st Annual ACDA-MN Men’s and Women’s Choir Festival.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7

Wedding Expo • 1-4pmThe Grand Event CenterGetting married? Don’t miss this gathering of key wedding vendors including bakers, dress makers, make-up specialists, tuxedo suppli-ers, rental equipment providers and more! All amidst entertainment, appetizers, prizes, a cash bar and the beautiful ambiance of the Grand Event Center!

Chinese Music Ensemble • 3pmConcert Hall, CarletonDirected by Gao Hong.

All performances take place in Historic Newhall Auditorium, Faribault, MN. Tickets and order information, call 507-333-1620 ext. 2. Call for group rates.

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Upcoming Performing Arts Events at Shattuck-St. Mary’s

The Pineswith special guest Natalia Zukerman

Thursday, November 11, 2010, 7:30 p.m.

Adults $15, Students $9. Red House recording artists – The Pines weave a sound that wavers on the edge of traditional

acoustic/roots music, but embraces the nuances of today’s indie-rock and blues. www.thepinesmusic.com.

Coming in DecemberSimple Gifts with Billy McLaughlinThursday, December 9, 2010, 7:30 p.m. Adults $15, Students $9. Led by guitarist Billy McLaughlin, this

six-member ensemble presents acoustic instrumental and vocal music that harkens back to a quieter, simpler time. The ensemble performs traditional carols, hymns and holiday favorites. www.simplegiftsmusic.net.

HAPPENINGS Saturday, Nov. 6, continued

Lawrence Burnett

Gao Hong

Anton Armstrong


Talk: French Secularism Today • 7pmHolland Hall 501, St. OlafEric Kraemer, professor of philosophy at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, presents.

Artist Reception: Kathy Miller • 7-8pmArtOnWater GallerySee gallery page.

The Pines • 7:30pmNewhall Auditorium, Shattuck-St. Mary’s, FaribaultThe Pines weave a sound that wavers on the edge of traditional acoustic/roots music, but embraces the nuances of today’s indie-rock and blues. With special guest Natalia Zukerman. Adults $15, students $9.

Mark Mraz • 8-11pmThe Tavern LoungeForget about life for awhile with the piano man. From Billy Joel to Kermit the Frog – Mraz tickles the ivories and entertains requests from the audience.

Matt Arthur and Friends • 8-11pmThe Contented CowA biweekly singer/songwriter showcase hosted by southern Minnesota’s most distinctive vocalist, featuring guest musicians from Northfi eld, the Twin Cities and beyond.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12

Hand-Made Sweater Fashion Show • OolalaFeaturing Denise Drawner and Steven Berg from the Yarn Garage.

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Wednesday, November 3 • 7:00 p.m.Viking Theater in Buntrock Commons • St. Olaf College

Reading and discussion with Booksigning to Follow

Mon.-Fri. • 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.Sat. • 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

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Lecture: Richard Heinberg • 6:30pmNorthfi eld BallroomAward-winning author and lecturer, speaks about how our community can plan together in view of the economy, energy and climate change.


Theater: The Hour We Knew Nothing of Each Other • 7:30pmKelsey Theater, St. OlafSee theater page.

Concert: Early Music Singers and Collegium Musicum7:30pmBoe Memorial Chapel, St. OlafConducted by Gerald Hoekstra.

Dance: Semaphore • 7:30pmArena Theater, CarletonCarleton’s Repertory Dance Ensemble performs.


King Cool • 8-11pmThe Contented Cow

Carleton College Orchestra • 8pmConcert Hall, CarletonDirected by Hector Valdivia.

The Counterfactuals • 8-11pmThe Tavern Lounge


Northfi eld Prairie Jamboree • 1pmNorthfi eld Community Resource Center (NCRC)Emcee Chip DeMann and “Matinee Lady” Mary Rossing will host entertainers including Craig Wasner, Bonnie and the Clydes, The Singer Sisters, the Prairie Creek Blue Grass and the Canary Corner Players. Tickets: $15 general, $30 reserved and available at the Northfi eld Senior Center or by phone, 507/664-3400. Proceeds benefi t the Senior Center.

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Dance: Semaphore • 7:30pmArena Theater, CarletonCarleton’s Repertory Dance Ensemble performs.


Big Strong Men • 8-11pmThe Contented CowMinnesota homegrown boys with one common goal: rock and roll. Their style varies from train-beat driven country and soulful gospel to reggae and blues, but it’s all got their distinct mark on it, with intricate lyrics, vocal harmonies and excellent but not overbearing musicality.

Art Vandalay • 8-11pmThe Tavern LoungeAmericana/roots music.

Hmong New Year Celebration • 1pmSeverance Hall, CarletonThe Hmong Cultural Outreach and Coalition of Hmong Students will celebrate the 2010-11 Hmong New Year with the Northfi eld community. Appetizers will be served.

Band Day Concert • 4pmSkoglund Center, St. OlafTalented high school students from bands around the state will perform in a Festival Band conducted by Timothy Mahr and guest conductor James Patrick Miller. Miller is director of Wind Studies at the University of Massachusetts, where he conducts the Wind Ensemble and Symphony Band, and teaches graduate and under-graduate conducting. The concert will include performances by the St. Olaf Band, conducted by Timothy Mahr, and the Norseman Band, conducted by Paul Niemisto.

Carey Langer • 5pmThe Contented CowA solo artist covering six decades and seven styles of music, plus originals.

Red Rock Canyon • 5 and 8pmParadise Center for the Arts, FaribaultThe history of country music from 1929 through the ’60s with Terry Trinka and his Band and Barb Piper. Tickets: $12 members, $15 non-members.

Carnegie Centennial Concert: Cellist David Carter • 7-8:30pmNorthfi eld Public LibraryAccompanied by his chamber music friends. Dessert and beverages served at 7pm.

The Singer Sisters


SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14

Theater: The Singer Sisters • 2pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild TheaterSee theater page.

Artist Talk: Kathy Miller • 2-3pmArtOnWater GallerySee gallery page.

Theater: The Hour We Knew Nothing of Each Other • 6pmKelsey Theater, St. OlafSee theater page.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16

African Drum Ensemble • 4pmSayles Hill Great Space, CarletonDirected by Jay Johnson.

Fall Mellby Lecture: What I Have Learned from 40 Years of Teaching at St. Olaf College: Praxis Makes Perfect! • 7pmViking Theater, St. OlafMike Leming, professor of sociology, presents.

Six-handed Euchre • 7pmCastle Rock and Roll, Castle Rock


Talk: Discovering Families • 4pmViking Theater, St. OlafWilliam J. Doherty, professor and director of the Marriage and Family Therapy Program in the Department of Family Social Science, College of Education and Human Development, at the University of Minnesota, will lecture. Question-and-answer session to follow.

Barb Piper • 5-7pmThe Contented CowModern folk, vocals/guitar with infl uences from Hoagy Carmichael, The Beatles and Bonnie Raitt to Susan Tedeschi, Brandi Carlile and Indigo Girls. Contributes to Northfi eld’s Area 51, fronts the blues/rock band, Top Shelf, and performs at Paradise Center for the Arts.

Book Release – The Lyceum: Northfi eld’s Oldest Building • 6:30pmNorthfi eld Historical SocietyThis is the second offering from the award-win-ning Northfi eld History Series. The author, Susan Hvistendahl, will speak about her research on the Lyceum debating society established for early pioneers by John North and the building’s subse-quent history. Refreshments will be served.

Northfi eld Wine Club • 7-9pmThe Grand Event CenterHoliday show – free and open to the public.

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Gabe Holmes • 8-11pmThe Tavern Lounge

Concert: Percussion Ensemble • 8:15pmUrness Recital Hall, St. OlafConducted by David Hagedorn.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19

Ole Bazaar • 9am-3pmBuntrock Commons Crossroads, St. OlafAn annual arts and crafts bazaar with more than 25 tables featuring handcrafted items made by students, staff and faculty. You’ll fi nd gift items, jewelry, accessories and clothing, candles, baskets, tables, cards and more.

Exhibit Opening Reception: Kathy Putrah • 5-7pmParadise Center for the Arts, FaribaultSee gallery page.

New Moon Trio • 5-8pmThe Contented Cow

100 years of popular tunes, random requests and spontaneous harmonies featuring Ross Currier on bass, Lance Heisler on drums and Justin London on guitar.

Piano Player Dan Waczek • 6-8pmButler’s Steak and Ale

Theater: Oklahoma! • 7pmCannon Valley High School AuditoriumSee theater page.

Community Services Movie Night: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince • 7pmNorthfi eld High School AuditoriumRelive the sixth Harry Potter movie just in time for the release of “Deathly Hallows!” Rated PG. Snacks will be available for purchase but food is not allowed in the auditorium. Doors open at 6:30pm. $2/person suggested donation.



Alison Rae • 8-11pmThe Tavern LoungeSt. Paul-based musician “whose voice and songs come at you with all the power and hype of a falling snowfl ake…her talent has instantly hushed a room.” – Jim Walsh, MinnPost.


Concert: Jazz 1 • 8:15pmThe Lion’s Pause, St. Olaf


Cowling Arboretum Work Event • 9am-12pmJoin the Arboretum Crew to help restore the prairies and forests of the Arboretum.

Theater: The Hour We Knew Nothing of Each Other • 2pmKelsey Theater, St. OlafSee theater page.

Cannon Valley Youth Orchestra Winter Concert • 4pmEmmaus Baptist ChurchCVYO has about 40 students from surrounding communities in grades 4-12 participating in one of their three orchestras: The Haydn Orchestra (advanced beginners), The Mozart Orchestra (intermediate) and The Bach Orchestra (advanced). Jennifer Arco conducts. The concert is free with donations to CVYO appreciated. A reception follows the concert.

Theater: Oklahoma! • 7pmCannon Falls High School AuditoriumSee theater page.


St. Paul Chamber Orchestra • 7:30pmBoe Memorial Chapel, St. Olaf

Spruce Top Review • 8-11pmThe Contented CowEclectic repertoire of urban folk that may be familiar and obscure. Interpretations of folks like John Prine, Steve Earle, Bob Dylan and the Beatles, traditional and contemporary Irish music and more.

Lonesome Dan Kase • 8-11pmThe Tavern LoungeThink music from “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” and mix in a little more ragtime and a hint of bluegrass.

Bonnie & the Clydes • 8-11pmButler’s Steak & AleTake a step back and resurrect songs of love, peace and fl ower power from the late ’60s and early ’70s. The Bonnie is Bonnie Jean Flom. The Clydes are Bill McGrath and Scott McMillan.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21

Wake-Robin • 12:30-1:30pmBittersweetLocal duo on strings playing Celtic and Civil War period tunes.

Theater: Oklahoma! • 2pmCannon Falls High SchoolSee theater page.

Theater: The Singer Sisters • 2pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild TheaterSee theater page.

Concert: Jazz II and III • 4:30pmThe Lion’s Pause, St. Olaf

Concert: Naknefeler • 4:30pmChristiansen Hall 140, St. OlafNaknefeler is a student-directed string orchestra.

Concert: Handbell Choir • 8:15pmUrness Recital Hall, St. OlafConducted by Jill Mahr.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22

Concert: Fresh Ink • 9:30pmSkifter Hall Studio A, St. OlafPremiers of student music compositions.


Sasha Mercedes • 8-11pmThe Tavern LoungeA chick-singer, guitarist and songwriter from the shores of Lake Superior. Her songs are fi lled with honesty and substance and sung with passion. Topics like brothels, one-night stands and transvestites are not taboo for this edgy yet charming northern gal. She has traveled from

coast to coast and abroad, performing and drawing inspiration for the material in her brilliantly crafted compositions, and has shared the stage with Dar Williams, Tracy Bonham, Guy Davis, Pete Seeger and others.


11th Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner • 11am-1pmLaura Baker Services AssociationA buffet with turkey and all the trimmings! Laura Baker will pro-vide rides to the event as well as meal delivery to shut-ins. Guests can also arrive and order meals to go. Free. Pre-register or volun-teer by emailing [email protected] by Nov. 19.

Matt Arthur and Friends • 8-11pmThe Contented CowA biweekly singer/songwriter showcase hosted by southern Minnesota’s most distinctive vocalist, featuring guest musicians from Northfi eld, the Twin Cities and beyond.

Now open weeklyThursday 10-8

Friday 10-5Saturday 10-5Sunday 12-4

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HAPPENINGS Friday, Nov. 19, continued

The Singer Sisters

Lonesome Dan Kase

Wake-Robin


FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 26

Rod Kinny • 5pmThe Contented Cow

Piano Man Tim Freeland • 6-8pm Butler’s Steak and Ale

Christmas in the Country • 12-4:30pmThorn Crest Farm, DundasAn old-fashioned Christmas. Cut your own trees. Freshly made evergreen wreaths for sale.

Steven Earl Howard • 8pmThe Contented CowHillbilly music for the soul. Bluegrass, blues and ’60s hits. Acoustic guitar, fi ve-string banjo and voice.

The Jealous Husbands • 8-11pmThe Tavern Lounge


Christmas in the Country • 10:30am-4:30pmThorn Crest Farm, DundasSee Nov. 26 description.

Jon Manners • 8-11pmThe Tavern LoungeVoted Northfi eld’s best male musician of 2009! Playing guitar since 1957.

Marty Anderson & the Goods • 8-11pmThe Contented CowThe “Goods” music is a blend of Americana and country alternative sound with lots of Bob Dylan. They do some glam-era adaptations that really rock, as well as new music like Wilco and Ryan Adams.

Multe • 8:30-10:30pmButler’s Steak and AleThe Saturday dance with Multe features Scan-dinavian/Nordic music with waltzes, polkas, schottische, pols in traditional rhythms with updated styling.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 28

Christmas in the Country • 10:30am-4:30pmThorn Crest Farm, DundasSee Nov. 26 description.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 29

Book Reading: Michelle Hoover • 7pmViking Theater, St. OlafHoover will read from her critically acclaimed debut novel “The Quickening.” A question-and-answer session and booksigning follow.

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7Chinese Music Ensemble 3pm, Concert Hall, CarletonChoral Day Concert • 4pmSkoglund Center, St. Olaf

8 9 10Film: The Vanished Empire OR City Zero • 7pmViking Theater, St. Olaf

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAYNovemberNovember

1High School Band Concert7:30pm, High School Gym

2Day of the Dead Celebration 5:30pm, Carleton

3Reading/Booksigning: James Farrell • 7pmViking Theater, St. OlafRecital: Pianist Nicola Melville • 7pm Concert Hall, Carleton

EVERY MONDAY

Jingo • 7pmCastle Rock and Roll

Multe • 7:30-10pmThe Contented Cow

EVERY TUESDAY

Cribbage • 7pmCastle Rock and Roll

Acoustic Jam Session7:30pm • The Contented Cow

Spanglish • 7:30-9pmThe Contented Cow

EVERY SUNDAY

Politics and a Pint • 6pmThe Contented Cow

Northern Roots Session 7:30pm • The Contented Cow

Quiz Night • 8pmThe Contented Cow

EVERY WEDNESDAY

Euchre • 7pmCastle Rock and Roll

Wedding Expo • 1-4pmThe Grand Event Center


11Honorary Degree Convocation 11:10am, Boe Chapel, St. OlafExhibit Opening Reception: ART OF MOSFILM • 11:45amFlaten Art Museum, St. OlafCraft Collective Artist’s Reception 5-8pm, 314 Division St. Film: Ward No. 6 • 7pmViking Theater, St. OlafTalk: French Secularism Today • 7pmHolland Hall 501, St. OlafArtist Reception: Kathy Miller • 7-8pmArtOnWater GalleryThe Pines • 7:30pmShattuck-St. Mary’s, Faribault

Mark Mraz • 8-11pm, Tavern LoungeMatt Arthur and Friends • 8-11pmThe Contented Cow

12Hand-Made Sweater Fashion Show5-8pm, OolalaPiano Man Tim Freeland • 6-8pmButler’s Steak and AleRichard Heinberg • 6:30pmNorthfi eld BallroomTheater: Twelve Angry Jurors • 7:30pmNorthfi eld High SchoolTheater: The Hour We Knew Nothing of Each Other • 7:30pm, St. OlafConcert: Early Music Singers and Collegium Musicum • 7:30pmBoe Memorial Chapel, St. Olaf

Dance: Semaphore • 7:30pm, CarletonTheater: The Singer Sisters • 7:30pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild Theater

King Cool • 8-11pm, Contented Cow Carleton College Orchestra • 8pmConcert Hall, CarletonThe Counterfactuals • 8-11pmThe Tavern Lounge

13Northfi eld Prairie Jamboree • 1pmNfl d Community Resource CenterHmong New Year Celebration • 1pmSeverance Hall, Carleton

Band Day Concert • 4pm, St. Olaf

Carey Langer • 5pm, Contented CowRed Rock Canyon • 5 and 8pmParadise Center for the Arts, FaribaultCarnegie Centennial Concert: Cellist David Carter • 7-8:30pm, LibraryTheater: The Singer Sisters • 7:30pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild TheaterTheater: Twelve Angry Jurors • 7:30pmNorthfi eld High School

Dance: Semaphore • 7:30pm, CarletonTheater: The Hour We Knew Nothing of Each Other • 7:30pmKelsey Theater, St. Olaf

Big Strong Men • 8-11pm, The Cow

Art Vandalay • 8-11pm, The Tavern

4Exhibit Sneak Preview: Kathy Miller4-9pm, ArtOnWater GalleryHistory Lecture: Michael Golec5:30pm, Boliou 104, CarletonTalk/Booksigning: Bao Phi and Douglas Kearney • 7pm Viking Theater, St. OlafTalk: Andrew Busch • 7:30pm Boliou Hall Auditorium, Carleton

Mark Mraz • 8-11pm, The Tavern

5St. Olaf Founder’s Day Three Links Holiday Harvest Bazaar 8am-4pmConvocation: Michael Armacost10:50-11:50amSkinner Memorial Chapel, CarletonArtist Reception: Kathy Miller4-9pm, ArtOnWater GalleryCarey Langer • 5pmThe Contented CowDave Hagedorn • 6pmButler’s Steak and AleGoodsell Observatory Open House 7-9pm, CarletonTheater: The Singer Sisters • 7:30pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild TheaterTheater: Twelve Angry Jurors 7:30pm, Northfi eld High School

Shoot Lucy • 8-11pm, Contented Cow

Jeff Ray • 8-11pm, The Tavern LoungePiano Player Dan Waczek • 8:30pmButler’s Steak and Ale

6Bagels and Birds • 8:30-9:30amRiver Bend Nature Center, Faribault

Palestine Fair • 1-5pm • First UCCLadies Day • 1:30-5pmCastle Rock N Roll Bar and GrillDance Concert: Fresh Space • 2pmDittmann Center Studio 1, St. OlafStudio Elements’ One Year Anniver-sary Party • 4pm, Studio Elements

Steven Earl Howard • 5-7pm, The CowStarry Night Out • 7-8pmRiver Bend Nature Center, FaribaultTheater: Twelve Angry Jurors 7:30pm, Northfi eld High SchoolTheater: The Singer Sisters • 7:30pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild TheaterKevin Stanke with Your Friends and Family • 8-11pm, The Tavern LoungeThe Counterfactuals • 8-10:30pmThe Contented CowCarleton Choir and Carleton Singers Fall Concert • 8pm, Carleton

THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

EVERY FRIDAY

KaraokeRueb ‘N’ Stein • 9pm

Castle Rock and Roll • 9pmJesse James Lanes • 10pm

EVERY SATURDAY

Pianist Wendy Russell • 6pmButler’s Steak & Ale

DJ MusicCastle Rock and Roll • 9pm

Rueb ‘N’ Stein

Three Links Holiday Harvest Bazaar • 8am-4pm


SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

14Theater: The Singer Sisters 2pm, NAG TheaterArtist Talk: Kathy Miller 2-3pm, ArtOnWater GalleryTheater: The Hour We Knew Nothing of Each Other • 6pmKelsey Theater, St. Olaf

15 16African Drum Ensemble 4pm, Sayles Hill Great Space, CarletonFall Mellby Lecture • 7pmViking Theater, St. OlafSix-handed Euchre • 7pmCastle Rock and Roll

17

21Wake-Robin • 12:30-1:30pmBittersweetTheater: Oklahoma! • 2pmCannon Falls High SchoolTheater: The Singer Sisters 2pm, NAG TheaterConcert: Jazz II and III 4:30pm, Lion’s Pause, St. OlafConcert: Naknefeler 4:30pm, Christiansen Hall 140, St. OlafConcert: Handbell Choir 8:15pmUrness Recital Hall, St. Olaf

22Concert: Fresh Ink • 9:30pmSkifter Hall Studio A, St. Olaf

23 24Sasha Mercedes • 8-11pmThe Tavern Lounge

28Christmas in the Country 10:30am-4:30pmThorn Crest Farm, Dundas

29Book Reading: Michelle Hoover • 7pmViking Theater, St. Olaf

30

EVERY MONDAY

Jingo • 7pmCastle Rock and Roll

Multe • 7:30-10pmThe Contented Cow

EVERY TUESDAY

Cribbage • 7pmCastle Rock and Roll

Acoustic Jam Session7:30pm • The Contented Cow

Spanglish • 7:30-9pmThe Contented Cow

EVERY SUNDAY

Politics and a Pint • 6pmThe Contented Cow

Northern Roots Session 7:30pm • The Contented Cow

Quiz Night • 8pmThe Contented Cow

EVERY WEDNESDAY

Euchre • 7pmCastle Rock and Roll


THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

18Talk: Discovering Families 4pm, Viking Theater, St. OlafBarb Piper • 5-7pmThe Contented Cow

Book Release – The Lyceum: North-fi eld’s Oldest Building • 6:30pmNorthfi eld Historical SocietyNorthfi eld Wine Club7-9pm, The GrandTheater: The Hour We Knew Nothing of Each Other • 7:30pmKelsey Theater, St. OlafGabe Holmes • 8-11pmThe Tavern LoungeConcert: Percussion Ensemble • 8:15pmUrness Recital Hall, St. Olaf

19Ole Bazaar • 9am-3pm, St. OlafExhibit Opening Reception: Kathy Putrah • 5-7pmParadise Center for the Arts, Faribault

New Moon Trio • 5-8pm, The Cow

Dan Waczek • 6-8m, Butler’sTheater: Oklahoma! • 7pmCannon Valley High School AuditoriumCommunity Services Movie Night: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince • 7pm, High School AuditoriumTheater: The Hour We Knew Nothing of Each Other • 7:30pm, St. OlafTheater: The Singer Sisters • 7:30pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild Theater

Alison Rae • 8-11pm, Tavern Lounge

Concert: Jazz 1 • 8:15pm, St. Olaf

20Theater: The Hour We Knew Nothing of Each Other • 2pmKelsey Theater, St. OlafCannon Valley Youth Orchestra Win-ter Concert • 4pm, Emmaus ChurchTheater: Oklahoma! • 7pmCannon Falls High School AuditoriumTheater: The Singer Sisters • 7:30pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild TheaterSt. Paul Chamber Orchestra • 7:30pmBoe Memorial Chapel, St. OlafSpruce Top Review • 8-11pmThe Contented CowLonesome Dan Kase • 8-11pmThe Tavern Lounge

Bonnie & the Clydes • 8-11pm, Butler’s

2511th Annual Community Thanksgiv-ing Dinner • 11am-1pmLaura Baker Services AssociationMatt Arthur and Friends • 8-11pmThe Contented Cow

26Piano Man Tim Freeland • 6-8pm Butler’s Steak and AleChristmas in the Country • 12-4:30pmThorn Crest Farm, Dundas

Rod Kinny • 5pm, The Cow

Steven Earl Howard • 8pm, The Cow

Jealous Husbands • 8-11pm, Tavern

27Christmas in the Country • 10:30am-4:30pm, Thorn Crest Farm, Dundas

Jon Manners • 8-11pm, The TavernMarty Anderson & the Goods • 8-11pmThe Contented Cow

Multe • 8:30-10:30pm, Butler’s

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EVERY FRIDAY

KaraokeRueb ‘N’ Stein • 9pm

Castle Rock and Roll • 9pmJesse James Lanes • 10pm

EVERY SATURDAY

Pianist Wendy Russell • 6pmButler’s Steak & Ale

DJ MusicCastle Rock and Roll • 9pm

Rueb ‘N’ Stein

Cowling Arboretum Work Event • 9am-12pm


Check happenings even for more.Acoustic Jam Session ...........Tuesdays – CowAfrican Drum Ensemble ........ 16 – CarletonMatt Arthur ............................... 11, 25 – CowArt Vandalay .................................13 – TavernBig Strong Men ............................... 13 – CowBonnie and the Clydes ... 13 – Senior Center

20 – Butler’sCannon Valley Youth Orchestra .....................20 – Emmaus

Carleton Choir ........................... 6 – CarletonCarleton Orchestra .................. 12 – CarletonCarleton Singers ......................... 6 – CarletonDavid Carter ................................13 – LibraryChinese Music Ensemble .......... 7 – CarletonCollegium Musicum ..................12 – St. OlafThe Counterfactuals ....6 – Cow, 12 – TavernEarly Music Singers ....................12 – St. Olaf

Tim Freeland .........................12, 26 – Butler’sHandbell Choir ...........................21 – St. OlafGabe Holmes ................................18 – TavernSteven Earl Howard .....................6, 26 – CowJazz I .............................................19 – St. OlafJazz II and III ...............................21 – St. OlafLonesome Dan Kase ....................20 – TavernKing Cool ......................................... 12 – CowRod Kinny ...........................................5 – CowCarey Langer ................................5, 13 – CowJon Manners .................................27 – TavernMarty Anderson & the Goods ...27 – TavernMark Mraz ................................4, 11 – TavernNicola Melville ........................... 3 – CarletonSasha Mercedes ............................24 – TavernMulte ............. Mondays – Cow, 27 – Butler’sNaknefeler Orchestra .................21 – St. OlafNew Moon Trio .............................. 19 – CowNorseman Band ..........................13 – St. Olaf

Northern Roots Session ....... Sundays – CowPercussion Ensemble ..................18 – St. OlafPotluck and the Hotdishes ...............6 – Studio Elements

Barb Piper ................13 – Paradise, 18 – CowPrairie Creek Blue Grass 13 – Senior CenterAlison Rae .....................................19 – TavernJeff Ray ...........................................5 – TavernWendy Russell ................Saturdays – Butler’sShoot Lucy ..........................................5 – CowSpruce Top Review ......................... 20 – CowSt. Olaf Band ...............................13 – St. OlafSt. Olaf Choir ................................7 – St. OlafSt. Paul Chamber Orchestra ......20 – St. OlafKevin Stanke with Your Friends & Family .................6 – Tavern

Terry Trinka and His Band ......13 – ParadiseDon Waczek ............................5, 19 – Butler’sCraig Wasner ................... 13 – Senior CenterWake-Robin ......................... 21 – Bittersweet

November Gigs

The Cheese Cave – Faribault, Laura at 507/334-3988 or Kevin at 507/291-1121 – Unsettled Ale Society – Second Thursday of the month, 7:30pm – home brewers society open to the public.

Cub Scout Pack 300 – 612/490-4048, www.cubs300.org

Language Class Tuesdays, 7:30-9pm, Butler’s Steak & Ale

Glass Garden Beads Beading Class – 507/645-0301First and third Mondays

Just Food Co-op – 507/650-0106Tuesdays: Knitting Night, 7-9pm, 507/645-6331 – knit, chat, share

ideas and get help.

The Key Mondays: Book Club, 5pmTuesdays: Photo Club, 5:30pm – developing and learning. Game Night, 7pmWednesdays: College Prep, 7-8:30pm – learn about the ACT,

fi nancial aid, how to write a college essay, etc. The Key will pay for college applications for those not able. Most who show up are paired with a caring and knowledgeable adult.

Thursdays: Art Night, 6pmFridays: Movie Night, 7pmSundays: Writing Workshop, 3-5pm – for details, call 507/663-0715.

MOMS Club – northfi [email protected] – First Wednesday of each month, 10am, St. Peter’s Church. If you are a full-time or part-time stay-at-home mom, this club may be for you. MOMS Club is a local chapter of the International MOMS Club, an organization dedicated to providing support and a sense of community for stay-at-home moms.

Monarch Gift Shop – Free Weekly Guided Meditation – every Wednesday, 7-8pm – 607/663-7720. Take a break from your week and set your mind and spirit free with mediation in a spacious and relaxed environment.

Clubs, Classes and More…Northfi eld Arts Guild – 507/645-8877 – Find classes for kids

and adults at www.northfi eldartsguild.org.New Creative Kids – Saturdays – multi-media arts classes for kids

in grades K-5.

Northfi eld Buddhist Meditation Center – Children’s Circle Class (ages 3-9) – Sundays, 3-4pm – Children and their parents meditate, do yoga and learn about Buddhism in a fun, peaceful atmosphere of exploration. Everyone welcome.

Northfi eld Public Library – 507/645-6606First Steps Early Literacy Center, Mon, Fri and Sat, 10-11amPatty Cake Infant Lapsit, Tue., 10amToddler Rhyme Time, Wed., 10amPreschool Story & Craft Time, Thu., 10am

Northfi eld Senior Center – www.northfi eldseniorcenter.org 507/664-3700 – Programs for active older adults, with premier fi tness facility, indoor pool and certifi ed fi tness instructors. Bike club, hiking trips, ping pong, nutrition talks, art classes, writing classes, card groups, dining center, fi tness classes and more.

Brain Fitness Challenge with Kari Berit, Nov. 11 and Dec. 2; 12-1pm. Registration required; $10/session – fun brain exercises. Bring your lunch.

Caregiver Series, led by Kari Berit, Nov. 6, Dec. 4, Jan. 8, Feb. 5; 9:30-11am – Free. Sessions on accepting change in your loved one and your life, creating new holiday traditions, con-fronting isolation as a caregiver and understanding resources available to make your caregiving journey easier. Free.

Northfi eld Public Schools Community Services – 507/664-3649

Paradise Center for the Arts – 612/216-1206Find art-related classes for kids and adults at www.paradisecenterforthearts.org.

River Bend Nature Center, 507/332-7151 – classes and activi-ties at www.rbnc.org.

Cannon River Woodcarving Club – 507/339-0336 Third monday monthly, 7pm, Ivan Whillock Studio, Faribault


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ROCHESTER

ArtiniNov. 6, 6-10pm • Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE Å 507/282-8629www.rochesterartcenter.orgA gala evening featuring artistic martinis created by local restau-rants, a silent and a live auction; art, food, live music and dancing. Tickets: $50 RAC members, $60 non-members.

Historic Mayowood Mansion Christmas ToursThroughout November (call for times and days)Mayowood Mansion • 3720 Mayowood Rd SW• 507/282-9447www.olmsteadhistory.com See Christmas as it was celebrated in the home of Dr. Charles Mayo, of the Mayo Clinic. Used as a family residence from 1911 to 1938, it is owned now and run by the Olmstead Historical Society and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This elegant 38-room mansion is a treat to tour throughout the year, but pulls out the stops for the holidays. Tickets: $15 adults, $5 children under 12.

ZUMBROTA

The Greencards presented by CrossingsNov. 18, 7:30pm • Zumbrota State Theater 320 East Ave. • 507/732-7616 • www.crossingsatcarnegie.com

The Greencards are a folk phenomenon who have headlined major festivals, garnered Grammy nominations and toured with Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson. They’ve travelled the world and Crossings is bringing them to Zum-

brota. Premium wines and beer available. Tickets: $24 in advance, $26 at the door.

CANNON FALLS

Deck the FallsNov. 27 • times and schedule available after Nov. 12Downtown locations • www.cannonfalls.orgKick off an old-fashioned holiday in beautiful Cannon Falls. From holiday-themed shopping and a parade to music and carols, there will be something for everyone. The day culminates with the light-ing of the community Christmas tree.

RED WING

Falconer Vineyards Cheese and Chocolate WeekendNov. 20 and 21, 12-5pm3572 Old Tyler Rd • 651/388-8849 • www.falconervineyards.comA Three Rivers Wine Trail Event – Sample a diversity of wine styles while exploring the creativity of local cheese and chocolate artisans. Visit all fi ve area wineries over the weekend and complete your wine trail passport for a complimentary glass of wine and a chance to win a wine gift basket. More at greatriverroadwinetrail.org. Tickets: $20.

Red Wing Holiday StrollNov. 26, 4-8pm • Downtown locationswww.redwingholidaystroll.com Join Red Wing’s annual holiday kick-off; beginning with the tree lighting, the stroll takes revelers through downtown delights, and includes a parade, Festival of Trees, trolley and wagon rides. Make sure to wave to You-Know-Who when you see him, and pick up the 2010 Red Wing Holiday Stroll offi cial ornament.

MAIDEN ROCK, STOCKHOLM AND PEPIN, WI

An Evening of Cool Jazz with Nichola MillerNov. 6, 7pm • Widespot Performing Arts CenterN2030 Spring St., 2nd fl oor, Stockholm, WI • 715/307-8941www.widespotperformingarts.orgEnjoy the beauty of this river bluff region with a trip to see renowned jazz vocalist Nichola Miller for a rare visit to Stockholm. She’s old school, torchy, bawdy, romantic and outrageous – a mag-nifi cent treat. Tickets: $12.

November Regional HappeningsThere are a number of exciting offerings in the region this month; we offer here a brief sample of what’s to be found beyond Northfi eld.

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HISTORICHAPPENINGS

NORTHFIELD STYLE By Susan Hvistendahl

Farewell to Froggy Bottoms, 2001-2010“Rising Waters Cause Concern” was the headline. “Recent heavy rains have pushed Cannon River levels to a near-critical stage.” Northfi elders turned up in droves to view the rushing, tur-bulent river as waters rose against the retaining walls downtown. A Northfi eld News picture showed sandbags at the river entrance to Froggy Bottoms River Pub as the walkway began to fl ood. It was June of 2004, the month I moved to Northfi eld to join family members here after a long sojourn in New York.

During my college days at St. Olaf in the 1960s, we used to jokingly refer to the “mighty Cannon River” which meandered placidly

through Northfi eld. Well, as you know, this past September the Cannon roared through town and was mighty, indeed. It crested at 25 feet, three feet over the previous record fl ood stage. Riverside Park became part of the river itself, Carleton’s athletic fi elds were swamped, carp found themselves swimming in the river walks as water washed over both river walls and businesses close to the river were fl ooded, among them Froggy Bottoms River Pub. Carp swam over the railing of the pub’s patio and were trapped there, though they did not belly up to the bar inside. Ground water rose to a depth

of more than fi ve feet within the pub, destroying Froggy Bottoms.

Froggy Bottoms had survived the fl ooding of 2004 and other minor fl oodings since it had opened at 305 S. Water St. in the summer of 2001. My brother, David Hvis-tendahl, who (unlike me) had stayed in Northfi eld after graduating from St. Olaf, had bought the West Side buildings next to his law offi ce building in 1998. He decided to transform the lower level of the Ebel Building into a pub. (William Ebel had a general merchandise store in this location from 1876 to 1941.)

Within my fi rst year here, David had engaged my help as a writer to edit a new

menu/newspaper, The Froggy Times, which he had envisioned for the then three-year-old pub and to establish a website, at that time called the FrogBlog. (It has since evolved into www.froggybottoms.com.) I also became the unoffi cial photographer, putting photos on the bulletin board and on the blog of all the events that made

photo image: Dennis McClintock


Froggy Bottoms such a popular gathering spot during its existence.

Now that Froggy Bottoms is a “historic happening,” I am going to recount the history of the pub for this column, some of it adapted from past Froggy Times issues (all of which were designed by By All Means Graphics, publisher of the Northfi eld Entertainment Guide.) I am also going to share some happy, hoppy Froggy memories, aided by Froggy Facebook fans.

The name “Froggy Bottoms” came from a farmhouse on Fox Lake near Northfi eld where pub owner David Hvistendahl lived in the 1970s after graduating from St. Olaf. The ribbeting chorus of frogs at night inspired the name, which is a takeoff on “Foggy Bottoms,” the appellation of the State Department Wing in Washington, D.C., which was built on swamp lowlands and has had meteorological and metaphorical fogs (of confusion) settling over it from time to time. The farmhouse soon was fi lled with items of a froggy nature, gifts from friends and family members, many of which found a new home when the pub was opened.

After purchasing the West Bank buildings, David used architectural salvage items from his Faribault warehouse, Peterson Art Furni-ture, at 28 NE 4th St., to fi x up the pub. First the lower fl oor had to be gutted, a task taken on in December of 1999 by a warehouse salvage crew nicknamed the “Demons of Deconstruction.” David’s son Jake Hvistendahl (St. Olaf Class of 2004), who became general manager and co-owner of the pub, was a member of this crew so has been with Froggy Bottoms since its “tadpole days.”

It took a month to clear all the debris out and remove partitions and fi ve months to do stone work, tuck pointing the limestone interior and exterior, before construction could begin in June of 2000, led by Bill Peterson and Ed Seiler.

Seiler said, “We had to concentrate on small aspects of the total job because if we thought about everything that had to be done it would be overwhelming.” For example, they had to deal with walls of stone that were two-and-a-half-foot thick. Seiler estimated that hundreds of concrete bits were used drilling holes in the stone to accommodate plumbing, heating and electrical works. It was also an “engineering nightmare” to move everything down via the spiral staircase and river door.

After much labor and loving attention to detail, Froggy Bottoms opened to the public on July 3, 2001.

As customers entered, they came through the original eight-foot-high doors and down a steel circular staircase which dated back to 1981, with frog and lion ironwork added. (The doors fi nally had to be replaced in 2007.) The river walk entrance sported a coat of arms diplomatically combining the Carleton College knight and the St. Olaf lion.

The 30-foot bar at the base of the stairs had its own unique Minne-sota history. The mahogany front bar top came from the Monterey Ballroom, a few miles south of Owatonna. The back bar originated in the Persian Palms, a sleazy strip club on Washington Avenue in Minneapolis. The walnut face of the front bar came from the old Northfi eld National Bank, salvaged by Jack Tripp, who found it lying on Division Street when the bank was torn down in 1963. The divisions for the teller stations could still be seen.

Two pillars at either end of the bar were salvaged from Ytterboe Hall, a much beloved St. Olaf dormitory which was demolished in 1996. The booths of the main room and the stained glass frogs’ eyes under which musicians played were salvaged from a defunct Bridge Square restaurant called Paulina’s, with tables and chairs from the state schools in Faribault. A mirror hung in the pub from the origi-nal Tiny’s pool hall of Northfi eld, donated by Dan Freeman. The fi replace stone and much of the paneling came from Dow Hall of the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind in Faribault (torn down in 1998). The booths of the adjacent private party room came from the old Ideal Café with other tables and the bar and back bar from the Monterey Ballroom.

The riverside view of Froggy Bottoms is one of the most photo-graphed sites in town. Credit goes to John “Frenchy” Jacob for the colorful fl ags and fl ower arrangements on the river decks. Frenchy lives on the top fl oor amid the Froggy Bottoms River Suites, which will still be available to the public, as is Salon Synergy at Froggy’s 305 S. Water St. entrance.

Many of us in town have special memories of Froggy Bottoms. I think back on all the celebrations people had there – birthdays, anniversaries, class reunions and costume parties such as Hal-loween. And St. Patrick’s Day, when the O’Hvistendahls joined with the O’Connells and others to crown the parade marshal while

lunching on corned beef and cabbage.

In September 2005, the great-grandson of Jesse James made Froggy Bottoms his watering hole during his visit during Defeat Days. James Ross was pleased to fi nd his favorite scotch at

the bar and, after fortifying himself with it, he sang karaoke for the fi rst time (“It Had to Be You,” “Singing in the Rain” and “Swanee”) with me and Mary Casey. Ross had been a judge of the Orange County Superior Court in Califor-nia from 1983


until his retirement in 1995. A self-described “cowboy wannabe,” Ross donned cowboy boots and hat and rode a horse with the James-Younger Gang in the concluding parade.

The spring of 2006 brought a return visit of a Froggy feathered friend to a nest in the patio garden. She wrote about the experience that she and her 15 ducklings had in the Froggy Times: “The staff catered to my every desire, bringing me lettuce, bread, corn, even a delicacy known as popcorn. I will be back next season. But maybe I will cut back on the number of ducklings.”

Those ducklings delighted children, of course. Froggy Bottoms was always a favorite place of frog-loving children, which made it a family dining destination. In May of 2006, a seven-year-old boy won a Count the Frogs contest, guessing there were 394 frogs in the main dining room. He was only off by two: There were 396. Jake joked that this contest was “such an annoying deal” for a server, with kids wandering all around the pub counting “142, 143, 144...”

Jake noted that the main customers at Froggy Bottoms were “town-ies and visitors, of all age groups,” enjoying the extensive menu

offerings of the restaurant. But

late Thursday nights turned into what was called College Night. In 2006 a group of Ole theater majors started coming down to Froggy Bottoms to participate in karaoke sessions (with cowbells and tambourines for accompaniment) and soon were taking advantage of $5 pitcher specials. Word spread of the good times to be had at the Frog and, by the last semester of 2007, College Night became “ridiculously popular,” said Jake, who was then bartending. Before the fl ood put a stop to these collegial gatherings, the pub would have three or four security guys on Thursday nights checking IDs and, after the capacity of 215 was reached, there would still be lines of 100 students or more, hoping to go inside as others exited.

Recently Froggy staff and customers shared memories of Froggy Bottoms on the Facebook fan page, which had 891 fans as of Oct. 27. A member of the Froggy crew recalled the annual staff boat trip on the Mississippi, “dance-off parties among the kitchen crew, Kari’s Thriller, Shannon/DJ Matt getting the party started, great custom-ers/regulars.” A visitor spent “our annual girls weekend” at Froggy’s: “Everyone loved everything they ordered and the hospitality and environment was awesome!” Another commented, “We had the best wedding rehearsal dinner ever” with favorite Froggy food, “the

best people in the world to share it with – staff/friends and spiders on the river (exactly one year before the fl ood).” The staff always catered to the “picky lawyers next door,” said another, who is missing happy hours and “each and every one of the staff.”


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Among the food items mentioned: “Soooo missing my sweet potato fries and grilled cheese with onions,” buffalo chicken wings, Cobb salad and the “biggest plate of nachos I have ever seen. I was almost in shock but they were so tasty.”

And more staff compliments: “I was there with my granddaughter at the beginning of September. We stayed overnight upstairs. I had a wonderful time and loved the staff.” A man said whenever he was at Froggy’s, he was treated “like gold.” He was older than most of the guests but “age never kept the kids from being super friendly. I’m new to town so it meant a lot to fi t in.”

There were two events from 2010 which I will long remember. First, the “Northfi eld Hysterical Society” sponsored “Ole & Lena Uncen-sored Joke Night” at Froggy Bottoms on April 15, with my mother Marion Hvistendahl as Lena and Brad Ness as Ole. DVDs are avail-able at the Northfi eld Historical Society, as I would have to censor any retelling of the jokes here. Then, in preparation for my column for the June music issue of the Northfi eld Entertainment Guide, I arranged for three of fi ve members of a favorite Carleton band of the ’60s (also beloved of Oles and townies) called the Night Crawlers to

play a very successful reunion gig at Froggy Bottoms on May 1.

Froggy Bottoms co-owners David and Jake would like to thank the people of Northfi eld who have been very sympathetic, many of whom volunteered to help with cleanup chores. Any possible hope for a reincarnation of Froggy Bottoms is dependent on the city committing to build higher fl ood walls, according to David.

Jake commended the Froggy staff, who have been “incredibly helpful with all this.” Diana Meyer, who handles the Facebook fan page for the pub, said, “This is what made Froggy’s so great,

the fact that everyone on the staff loved to be there. So they would work and then they would stay and hang out.”

Staff and customers alike miss Froggy Bottoms and each other. As one woman on Facebook said, “Froggy’s was a place where strang-ers turned into friends and friends turned into family.”

A Viking funeral was held for Froggy Bottoms on the Cannon River.

Farewell, Froggy Bottoms, 2001-2010.


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Just Curious about

MarcRobinson

Marc Robinson wears a number of hats, several of them in a decidedly Russian style. An associate professor and chair of the Russian Depart-ment of St Olaf, he is also a husband and busy father of four. His passion for the performing arts have led him to a number of direct-ing gigs with the Northfi eld Arts Guild, including the extraordinary “Cabaret” and the delightful romp,“Diary of a Scoundrel.” This month fi nds him back on the Arts Guild stage with the debut of “The Singer Sisters,” his own play about four sisters coming together for their mother’s birthday. We caught up with Marc and learned a little about families, Russian theater and the Beatles.

Getting into the heads of the “Sisters”:The characters’ ages were suggested by my mom and her sisters, but not the personalities; they just started emerging as I wrote. The actors are four amazing, strong women who are turning these characters into real people; it’s been so much fun to watch. The one diffi cult character to write was the youngest sister, Jo. She’s heavy but I really wanted her to be ok with her size. That’s not very American, but I’ve seen it often in Russia.

How Russian theater influences:This play is defi nitely much lighter than much Russian literature and theater. Relationships, though, are relationships and family is family – wherever you are. My study of Russian theater has made me pay attention not only to the words, but what is not said. Subtext and subtleties of gesture are important in this show.

On directing your own play:It’s been interesting to work on this because I feel I’m more of a director than a playwright. I wrote the play many years ago and feel like I’m working with someone else’s script. It’s been rather fun getting to cut lines, change lines I don’t like – other play-wrights beware when I get to direct your scripts!

By Felicia Crosby


Kathy MillerNorthfield Watercolorist

952.358.1030kathy@kmillerwatercolors.comwww.kmillerwatercolors.com

ArtOnWater Gallery Show • Nov. 4-14Sneak Preview: Thur. Nov. 4, 4-9pm

“New Works” Artist Reception: Nov. 11, 7- 8 pmArtist Talk: Sun. Nov. 14, 2-3 pm

Gallery Hours: Thu.-Sat., 4-7pm217 South Water St. •Northfield

Favorite Russian writer/playwright:Writer: it’s a toss-up between Gogol, Dostoevsky and Bulgakov. Playwright: Chekhov, though I think he’s very dif-fi cult to do. I also very much enjoy the contemporary writers: the Presnnya-kov brothers, Ivan Vyrypaev, Ksenya Dragunskaya and Klim.

Same question, American:Writer: too many. Playwright: I love the ideas and language used by Tony Kushner.

Your honest opinion about borscht: Borscht is fantastic! If you don’t like it you haven’t had good borscht. It’s basically vegetable soup, so every cook has their own version.

The importance of music to the “Singers”:Music has an ability to transport us backward in time, to refl ect or change our mood. The songs in “The Singer Sisters” are mostly old gospel songs that many of us know; they’re part of our heritage and can evoke in all of us ideas, memories and feelings. They trigger feelings in each of the characters – and for audience members as well.

Any of the Robinson kids bitten by the perfor-mance bug? Would they like to be directed by Dad?They’ve had to put up with Cindy and I being involved in theater their whole lives, so they’re quite supportive. Our youngest daughter is a real theater lover. As far as being directed by Dad…I think they’d quote from my play, “I’ll pass.”

And lastly, speaking of songs – favorite Beatle:Ringo. He kept the beat and his name is Starkey – same as my wife’s!

Stop by for a Hot Apple Pie or one of our other great drinks to keep you warm on these

chilly nights! You don’t have to be a coffee drinker to love The HideAway!

Chekhov


316 Washington St507-663-1773

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Johnny Holm Band(Dinner seating sold out)

Saturday, December 4Doors open at 8:30 p.m., $10 cover

The Fabulous Lovehandles

(Dinner seating available. Call for more info.)Saturday, December 11

Doors open at 8:30 p.m., $5 cover

It’s never too early to start thinking about where to have your holiday party.

If you are entertaining a smaller group, The Tavern is a perfect fit. If you have a

larger group, why not try The Grand?

Hours of Operation:Sunday-Thursday 6:30am-10:00pmFriday-Saturday 6:30am-11:00pm

Call us at 507-663-0342 OREmail us at [email protected]

Just a sampling...Baked Brie in Puff Pastry • BBQ Ribs

Cheesecake • Beef Stir Fry • Nacho PlatterShrimp Cocktail • Teriyaki WingsChicken Vesuvius • Roast Duck

Walleye • Cheese Platter • Chicken SatayNew York Strip • Petite Filet

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Happy HourMonday-Friday, 3:30-6 & 9-11 p.m. – It’s a dollar off Taps

and Rails and 25¢ Buffalo Wings with purchase of a beverage

All You Can Eat!Grandma Grundy’s Homemade Spaghetti with a Side Salad

and Garlic Bread Roll, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Every Day – $7.95

SATURDAYMGD $3.00

Spiced Rum $2.75

Bloody Mary Bar 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

SUNDAY$1.00 off all

Import Bottles

Spiced Rum $2.75

Bloody Mary Bar 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Family Day 1/2 price Kids Meal

Build Your Own Happy Hour8 or more people – Choose 2 hours and up to 4 discounted items

$1.00 off all Drinks • $1.00 off all Beer$2.00 off all Pitchers • 25¢ Wings • 1/2 price Appetizers

FRIDAYBudweiser

$3.00

Bacardi Cokes$2.75

Spiced Rum$2.75

Bacardi Limon$3.75

THURSDAYLeienes Original

Miller Light$3.00

Gin & Tonics$2.75

Spiced Rum$2.75

Bacardi Limon$3.75

Half Price Bottles of Wine

WEDNESDAYBud Light

Mich Golden Draft Light $3.00

Captain Cokes $2.75

Long Island Iced Teas $5.25

Spiced Rum $2.75

$2.50 Grain Belt9 p.m.-close

Ladies Night2 for 1 On Taps and

Rails 9-11 p.m.

TUESDAYBudweiser Select

Coors Light$3.00

Whiskey Cokes$2.75

Spiced Rum$2.75

2 for 1 on Grundy Single Burgers

(1/4 pound)with purchase of a beverage

MONDAYPabst Blue

RibbonPremium Grain Belt

$3.00

Vodka Tonics$2.75

Spiced Rum $2.75

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