What to do Feb. 27 - March 8

Friday, Feb. 27

Larry Yazzie

Larry Yazzie and The Native Pride Dancers perform at the historic Sheldon Theatre. The performance, described as a “cultural explosion,” will include intricate hoop dancing, drums, flutes, songs and story telling.

When: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. school shows

Where: 443 W. Third St.

Cost: $10 adults, $6 students

More info: Call (651) 388-8700 or (800) 899-5759

Jazz organist

Jim Belden performs on the jazz organ at the Staghead.

When: 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: 219 Bush St.

Cost: No cover charge

‘Sunshine Boys’

Spring Valley Stagehands are presenting “Sunshine Boys’ in Spring Valley. Jon Tanberg and Earl Gunderson play the two former comedians that nephew Ben — played by Chad Esanbock — tries to reunite. The two older guys have a love-hate relationship satemming from their days as a comedy team.

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Stagehands Theatre

Cost: $5 preview

More info: (715) 778-4475

Jazz Festival

The annual Jazz Festival for regional high school and middle school jazz groups will be held at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: Abbott Hall, Kleinpell building

Cost: Free

More info: (715) 425-3183

Crossings at Carnegie

Lindsay Mac performs at Crossings at Carnegie, Zumbrota. She’s a musician who straps her cello to her body, and strums and plucks it like a guitar while singing. Reviewers have joked about “a classical education gone horribly wrong,” but gone on to praise her skills as a genre-expanding performer.

She will be sharing the stage with Mona Tavakoli on cajon, percussion and background vocals, and Jason Petrin on guitar.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: 320 East Ave.

Cost: $15 in advance, $17 at the door

More info: Call (507) 732-7616

‘12 Dreams’

Masquers Theatre will present “Twelve Dreams” at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. The play tells the story of a 10-year-old girl, Emma, who gives her father a book for Christmas in which she describes her dreams.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: Blanche Davis Theatre, Kleinpell building

Cost: $8 adults, $5 students and seniors

More info: (715) 425-3114 or (800) 228-5423

Jimmy’s Pub

The Shawn, Steve & Russ Trio will entertain tonight in Jimmy’s Pub.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: Fifth floor of the historic St. James Hotel

Lounge music

Moton Gator Joe and Steve Millar entertain at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: Parlay Lounge and Emerald Bay Lounge

Cost: Free

More info: (800) 222-7077

Saturday

Grumpy Old Men

The 16th annual Grumpy Old Men Festival takes place today in Wabasha. Inspired by the movie with that name, which was set in Wabasha and filmed at various Minnesota locations, the festival includes everything from ice fishing, eating spaghetti and dancing to dressing up your pets and — for the first time this year — participating in the Grumpy Plunge into the chill waters of Lake Pepin.

When: All day

Where: Around town

More info: (800) 565-4158

Eagle Watch

Volunteers answer questions and help people spot eagles during Eagle Watch sessions on weekends at Colvill Park. Wabasha also has an Observation Deck with spotters on weekend afternoons.

When: 1 to 3 p.m.

Where: Off East Seventh Street

Cost: Free

Carriage, Cutter Parade

The 30th annual Carriage and Cutter Parade will be held in downtown Kenyon. The parade features dozens of units drawn by animals — and not just horses.

When: 1:30 p.m.

Where: Kenyon

Chili Cookoff

Gelly’s Pub & Eatery will hold its second annual Chili Cookoff.

When: Judging at 3 p.m.

Where: Stockholm, Wis.

More info: Call (715) 442-2023

Ditch Lilies

The Ditch Lilies Duo entertains in the wine room at the Nelson Cheese Factory.

When: 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Where: Nelson, Wis.

Larry Yazzie

Larry Yazzie and The Native Pride Dancers present an evening show for the public at the Sheldon Theatre.

When: 7 p.m.

Where: 443 W. Third St.

Cost: $10 adults, $6 students

More info: Call (651) 388-8700 or (800) 899-5759

‘Frankenstein’

Kenyon-Wanamingo High School students will present “The Frankensteins Are Back in Town” in the high school auditorium. The play, by Tim Kelly, features plenty of ghosts, monsters and ghoulies. Randy Hockinson is directing.

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Kenyon

Cost: $6 adults, $3 students

‘Sunshine Boys’

Spring Valley Stagehands are presenting “Sunshine Boys’ in Spring Valley.

When: 7 p.m.

Details: See Feb. 27 listing

Hobgoblin Music

Tangled Roots performs bluegrass in the Music Loft at Hobgoblin. In conjunction with the show, Brian Wicklund is offering a fiddle workshop. Tangled Roots has been performing for over half a decade throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, Michigan and Wisconsin.

The group performs a broad spectrum of material ranging from songs and tunes by Bill Monroe and Elvis Presley to more recent songs penned by Bruce Hornsby, John Prine and Bruce Cockburn. The members consist of some of the best known bluegrass performers in the upper Midwest.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: 920 Highway 19

Cost: $15

More info: Call (651) 388-8400 or (877) 866-3936

Blue Moon

Brad Dunse and Friends perform acoustic music for the coffeehouse crowd.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: Blue Moon Cafe, downtown Red Wing

Cost: Tip jar

‘12 Dreams’

Masquers Theatre will present “Twelve Dreams” at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Details: See Feb. 27 listing

Garth Brooks tribute

“The World According to Garth,” a tribute to the now-retired country music superstar, will be staged at the State Theatre in Zumbrota.

Christopher Seebeck, who created the Garth Brooks tribute show, said, “I think his music needs to be played for all the fans who miss him.” Joining him on stage will be several musicians, including Ric Oliva, guitar; Mike Schultz, guitar, piano; Mandy Maietta, piano, vocals; Ed Kelcher, steel guitar, banjo, vocals; Brian Rygwall. fiddle, guitar, vocals; Tom Barret., bass guitar, vocals; and Dan Luedke, drums, percussion.

Seebeck also is employing a state-of-the-art light and visual effects company to provide elements of Brooks’ stage shows including rain, thunder, lightning and fire.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: 96 E. Fourth St., near Crossings at Carnegie

Cost: $25 in advance, $28 at the door

More info: (507) 732-7616

Lounge music

Moton Gator Joe and Steve Millar entertain at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: Parlay Lounge and Emerald Bay Lounge

Cost: Free

More info: (800) 222-7077

Boiled in Lead

The Celtic band Boiled in Lead performs at Oak Center General Store.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: Highway 63, rural Lake City

Cost: $5-$15 based on ability to pay

More info: Call (507) 753-2080 or go online to www.oakcentergeneralstore.com

Sunday, March 1

Eagle Watch

Volunteers answer questions and help people spot eagles during Eagle Watch sessions on weekends at Colvill Park.

When: 1 to 3 p.m.

Details: See Feb. 28 listing

Ken Flies

Ken Flies will present “The Battle of Nashville,” a program about the last great battle of the Civil War, at the Goodhue County History Center in Red Wing.

When: 2 p.m.

Where: 1166 Oak St.

Cost: Free

More info: (651) 388-6024

‘Frankenstein’

Kenyon-Wanamingo High School students will present “The Frankensteins Are Back in Town” in the high school auditorium.

When: 2 p.m.

Details: See Feb. 28 listing

‘Sunshine Boys’

Spring Valley Stagehands are presenting “Sunshine Boys’ in Spring Valley.

When: 2 p.m.

Details: See Feb. 27

Oak Center

Bill Staines returns for a matinee performance at Oak Center General Store.

When: 2 p.m.

Where: Highway 63, rural Lake City

Cost: $5-$15 based on ability to pay

More info: Call (507) 753-2080

Open Mic

Gary Meyer plays host to Open Mic at the Woodshed. People can come and enjoy the music, sing or play (BYO instrument).

When: 4 to 8 p.m.

Where: Hager City

Benefit concert

Jumpin’ Jehosafats, a Dixieland jazz band, performs a benefit concert for the Cannon Falls Food Shelf at Grandpa’s Event Center. The price of admission includes food as well as entertainment.

When: 6 p.m.; doors open 4:30 p.m.

Where: Cannon Falls

Cost: $15 adults, $5 children, $40 family maximum

More info: (507) 298-0102.

Thursday, March 5

Open dance

People of all ages are invited to check out the music. Informal lessons are available, and organizers will play whatever type of music the crowd wants.

When: 7 to 10 p.m.

Where: Hay Creek Town Hall, Highway 58

Cost: $2

More info: (651) 380-2605

‘12 Dreams’

Masquers Theatre will present “Twelve Dreams” at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Details: See Feb. 27

Crossings at Carnegie

Words Players Theatre is calling for actors to audition for the fourth annual Thornton Wilder One-Act Play Festival at Crossings in Zumbrota. No preparation is necessary. Available parts range from the fairly realistic to the surrealistic.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: 320 East Ave.

More info: Call (507) 732-7616

Friday, March 6

Jazz organist

Jim Belden performs on the jazz organ at the Staghead.

When: 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: 219 Bush St.

Cost: No cover charge

‘Vagina Monologues’

Women’s sexuality and strength are explored with humor and grace in “Vagina Monologues” at the Sheldon Theatre. The adult focused presentation is based on the studies and interviews by Eve Ensler. This program is a benefit for Goodhue-Wabasha Sexual Assault Services.

When: 7 p.m.

Where: 443 W. Third St.

Cost: $16 adults, $10 students

More info: Call (651) 388-8700 or (800) 899-5759

Garrigan’s Quarrel

Garrigan’s Quarrel, an Irish band featuring sisters Rowan Garrigan on fiddle and vocals and Rebecca Garrigan on tin whistle, flute, mandolin, mandocello, Irish tenor banjo, guitar, concertina, piano and vocals, performs at the Jon Hassler Theatre.

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Plainview, Minn.

Cost: $15 general admission

More info: (800) 798-0324, (507) 534-2900, or www.garrigansquarrel.com

‘12 Dreams’

Masquers Theatre will present “Twelve Dreams” at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Details: See Feb. 27 listing

Lounge music

Christy Love and Johnny Green entertain at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: Parlay Lounge and Emerald Bay Lounge

Cost: Free

More info: (800) 222-7077 or www.treasureislandcasino.com

Jimmy’s Pub

Slippery Elm will entertain tonight in Jimmy’s Pub.

When: 8 to 11 p.m.

Where: Fifth floor of the historic St. James Hotel

Saturday, March 7

Soar with the Eagles

The National Eagle Center in Wabasha will celebrate eagles the entire month of March. This weekend the focus will be on the human connection.

The Raptor Center will be on hand, along with master falconers, American Indians, naturalists, nature photographers and veterans; river tours are planned.

When: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Where: Wabasha

More info: www. nationaleaglecenter.org

Boathouse Band

The Boathouse Band will play for Vasa Historical Museum’s 22nd annual soup luncheon at the Lutheran Center. Funds are being raised to pay for repairs necessary because of the July storm.

When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Vasa

Cost: Fundraiser

Eagle Watch

Volunteers answer questions and help people spot eagles during Eagle Watch sessions on weekends at Colvill Park.

When: 1 to 3 p.m.

Where: Off East Seventh Street

Cost: Free

More info: (800) 498-3444

‘Vagina Monologues’

Local actors will stage “Vagina Monologues,” based on the writings of Eve Ensler, at the Sheldon.

When: 7 p.m.

Details: See March 6 listing

CVRO concert

The Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Paul Niemisto, will perform at the Paradise Center for the Arts in Faribault, Minn. The orchestra consists of amateur musicians from throughout the area, including Red Wing.

Titled “Finland Memories,” the concert will present both traditional and more modern music. Featured soloist will be Dr. Jun Qian on clarinet.

The program will include contemporary composer Einojuhani Rautavaara’s “Cantus Arcticus — Concerto for Birds and Orchestra,” which combines field recordings of the spring bird migration to Lapland with orchestral instruments.

When: 7 p.m.

Where: 321 Central Ave. N.

Tickets: www.paradisecenterforthearts.org

More info: (507) 645-8877

‘12 Dreams’

Masquers Theatre will present “Twelve Dreams” at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Details: See Feb. 27

Crossings at Carnegie

Folk singer and songwriter Cheryl Wheeler performs at Crossings at Carnegie in Zumbrota. New York-based singer-songwriter Kenny White will open for her and join her on stage.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: 320 East Ave.

Cost: $22 advance, $24 at the door

More info: Call (507) 732-7616

Lounge music

Christy Love and Johnny Green entertain at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: Parlay Lounge and Emerald Bay Lounge

Mike Mangione

Mike Mangione and Band will perform “soulful, warm and rootsy soul and folk rock” at the Oak Center General Store.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: Highway 63, rural Lake City

Cost: $5-$15 based on ability to pay

More info: Call (507) 753-2080

Sunday, March 8

Soar with the Eagles

Soar with the Eagles continues in Wabasha

When: All day

Details: See March 7

Eagle Watch

Volunteers answer questions and help people spot eagles during Eagle Watch sessions on weekends at Colvill Park.

When: 1 to 3 p.m.

Details: See March 7

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