Thursday June 7
First Thursday Fun Fest
Cannon Falls kicks off the First Thursday Fun Fest season. The street fair features vendor booths with a variety of merchandise. Don’t forget the live music, bingo, Matchbox car race track, games, clowns, face-painting and concessions.
When: 5-8 p.m.
Where: On Mill Street between the Cannon River Winery and Fourth Street, Cannon Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com
Sheldon Theatre
The Sheldon’s summer season includes a film series. The 1961 version of “West Side Story” will be shown. Winner of 10 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, this electrifying musical sets the ageless tragedy of Romeo and Juliet against a backdrop of gang warfare in 1950s New York.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 443 W. Third St.
Cost: $5
More info: 651-388-8700 or 800-899-5759, or www.sheldontheatre.org.
Friday June 8
Volksfest Festival
The annual celebration is held in the small farm town of Goodhue. Today’s events include Civil War encampment at the museum, a quilt show from 4 to 10 p.m. in high school, Miss Goodhue pageant at 7 p.m. in the high school and a street dance with live entertainment from Stern County 17 and headliner Lost Highway.
When: All day
Where: Throughout Goodhue
Cost: $5 for buttons (which are required for some events), ages 5 and under free, $10 for concert, gates open at 6 p.m.
More info: www.cityofgoodhue.com/volksfest.htm
Falconer Vineyards
Music in the Vines Concert presents Charlie Parr playing blues/bluegrass music.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 3572 Old Tyler Road
Cost: $12 in advance, $15 at the door
More info: 651-388-8849 or www.falconervineyards.com or www.charlieparr.com
Treasure Island
Stimulus Package entertains at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.
When: 8:30 p.m.
Where: Parlay Lounge
Cost: Free
More info: 877-849-1640 or www.ticasino.com
Saturday June 9
Volksfest Festival
Today’s events include a 5K Udder Run at 9 a.m., craft show at the Lions Community Center from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Civil War marching drill at 10 a.m. at the museum, community carnival from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the school, kiddie parade at 11 a.m. from the White Rock Bank to the school, lawn mower derby at 11 a.m. next to Goodhue Chiropractic, karaoke from 2:30 to 4:20 p.m. downtown, a pie and ice cream social from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at Doc Sawyers, parade at 5 p.m., street dance with live music from Rocket Club and Craig Morgan at 7:30 p.m. and the evening ends with a firework show near Rosie Park at dusk.
When: 8 a.m.-dusk
Cost: $5 for buttons (which are required for some events), ages 5 and under free, $20 for concert in advance, $25 at the gate
Details: See June 8
Saturday Market
The Red Wing Farmers Market Association welcomes songwriter and folk guitarist Tim Fast performing from 10 a.m.-noon. Special features will include a demonstration of jig tying with Scott Kosek, along with homemade fruits and vegetables, flowers and plants, soaps and lotions, baked goods, jams and honey.
When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: 420 Levee St.
More info: www.redwingfarmersmarket.org
Cannon River Winery
Tony Williams will entertain with live music. Williams’ solo performance features a variety of classical, flamenco and jazz originals as well as some Americana/classic cover songs. During the summer of 2011 he was voted the winner of the KARE 11 “The Voice: Minnesota” contest.
When: 2-5 p.m.
Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com
Zumbrota State Theatre
Monroe Crossing will perform classic bluegrass, bluegrass gospel, and heartfelt originals.
When: 8 p.m.
Where: 88 E. Fourth St., Zumbrota
Cost: $18 in advance, $20 at the door
More info: 507-732-7616 or www.crossingsatcarnegie.com
Treasure Island
Stimulus Package entertains at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.
When: 8:30 p.m.
Where: Parlay Lounge
Cost: Free
More info: 877-849-1640 or www.ticasino.com
Sunday June 10
Volksfest Festival
Today’s events include Lions Motorcycle and Classic Car Ride from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Goodhue Community Center, Dad’s Belgian Waffles from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. sponsored by the Goodhue Lions held at the community center and a worship service at 9 a.m. in the Goodhue School.
When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Details: See June 8
Summer Car Cruze-Ins
The River Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau will host Car Cruze-Ins. Classic cars, rat rods, motorcycles and other show vehicles are welcome. Bring a vehicle or just come to enjoy downtown, live music, food, shopping and various prizes. June’s theme is Town N’ Country Day and includes a free breakfast in the morning, root beer floats in the afternoon and plenty of family activities all day long.
When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Downtown River Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 715-425-2533 or www.rfchamber.com
Cannon Valley Trail
Byron Pearson of Red Wing will entertain people with his new concertina. Red Wing Pottery will provide watermelons.
When: Afternoon
Where: Between Welch and Red Wing
Cost: Free; wheel passes required
More info: www.cannonvalleytrail.com
Cannon River Winery
Lingua Luna will entertain with live music. The Minneapolis-based contemporary folk trio began its musical collaboration after years of friendship. The trio’s music stems from classical training as well as improvisation and often includes beautiful acoustic harmonies.
When: 1-4 p.m.
Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com
Senior dance
All ladies and gentlemen welcome to the Red Wing Elks Club to enjoy an evening of live music from the Key Notes.
When: 6-9 p.m.
Where: Red Wing Elks Club, 306 W. Fourth St.
Cost: $7
Thursday June 14
Flag Day concert
The Red Wing Senior Center choir, the Silver Tones, presents “You’re a Grand Old Flag” concert in celebration of Flag Day. Hot apple pie and ice cream will be served after the show.
When: 2 p.m.
Where: First Lutheran Church, 615 W. Fifth St.
Cost: $5 suggested donation
Sheldon Theatre
The Sheldon’s film series continues with the 1957 movie “Jailhouse Rock.” The Elvis Presley film has him as a young man in jail for killing a woman's attacker. Learning to play the guitar from a fellow inmate, Presley becomes a recording star after he's released. Along with the title song, Elvis performs "Treat Me Nice," "I Wanna Be Free," and more. With Mickey Shaughnessy, Judy Tyler, Dean Jones.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 443 W. Third St.
Cost: $5
More info: 651-388-8700 or 800-899-5759, or www.sheldontheatre.org.
Friday June 15
Covered Bridge Music and Arts Festival
Enjoy the annual summer festival in Zumbrota celebrating music and art. Today’s events include an old-fashioned car hop from 5 to 7 p.m. at United Redeemer Church, a showing of “101 Dalmations” at 7 p.m. in the State Theatre and free street dance featuring Gilman Crossing from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the VFW.
When: 5 p.m.-1 a.m.
Where: Covered Bridge Park and throughout Zumbrota
More info: www.ci.zumbrota.mn.us
Treasure Island
Westside entertains at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.
When: 8:30 p.m.
Where: Parlay Lounge
Cost: Free
More info: 877-849-1640 or www.ticasino.com
Saturday June 16
Covered Bridge Music and Arts Festival
Today’s events include Zumbrota Chemical Health Initiative Bake Sale from 7 to 9:30 a.m. at City Hall, Zumbrota Covered Bridge 5K/10K at 8 a.m., softball tournament at 8 a.m. at the Covered Bridge Ballfields, volleyball tournament at 9 a.m. at Covered Bridge Park, street market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on East Avenue, Art in East Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring more than 50 artists and live music from Patchouli and 2 O’Clock Jump, a classic car and tractor show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fire Hall, kid’s activities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Covered Bridge Park, dance recital from 11 a.m. to noon at the Covered Bridge Park, bean bag tournament at 2 p.m. at the VFW, a grand parade at 6 p.m. in downtown, street dance featuring Them Pesky Kids from 8 to 10 p.m. and a fireworks display at 10 p.m.
When: 7 a.m.-10 p.m.
Details: See June 15
Crossings at Carnegie
Crossings will hold a reception for artists Dan Petrov and Richard Dison.
When: 1-3 p.m.
Where: 320 East Ave., Zumbrota
Cost: Free
More info: 507-732-7616 or www.crossingsatcarnegie.com
Cannon River Winery
Enjoy a picnic and tour in Cannon River Winery’s vineyard. There will be music by Amy & Adams from 1 to 4 p.m. and Daniel Switch from 5 to 8 p.m.
When: Picnic and tours from 1 to 5 p.m., music until 8 p.m.
Details: See Spotlight
Cannon Valley Coffee House
Cannon Valley Coffee House presents "An Evening of Inspirational Music." Inspirational music will be performed by Rebecca DeZurik and Sarah Rogers. Roseann Snelling from Wings of Eagles Prayer Outreach also will appear.
When: 6-8 p.m.
Where: 1108 N. Fifth St., Cannon Falls
Cost: Free
Sheldon Theatre
Enjoy an evening of comedy and magic featuring Red Wing's own international award-winner Kristoffer Olson and, from Hollywood, Calif., Joel Ward. Olson presents his 10th show at the historic Sheldon Theatre and will present his full show that he often performs for corporate banquets around the Midwest. His comedy and magic show involves the audience in over half the show, making for an unpredictable and fresh show every time. Ward will be flying in from Hollywood, where he regularly performs for celebrities such as Cameron Diaz and Johnny Depp. He has also been seen on Comedy Central's Tosh.0 the Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 443 W. Third St.
Cost: $15 adults, $9 students
More info: 651-388-8700 or 800-899-5759, or www.sheldontheatre.org.
Treasure Island
Charley Pride entertains at Treasure Island Resort & Casino. Pride has been one of the top 20 best-selling country artists of all-time and his career spans 30 years. He has dozens of chart toppers including “Kiss an Angel Good Morning,” “Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone?” and “I’m So Afraid of Losing You Again.”
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Event Center
Cost: $28, $38
More info: 877-849-1640 or www.ticasino.com
Marie’s Underground Grill and Tap House
The Willie B Blues Band will perform music for a Father’s Day celebration.
When: 8 p.m.
Where: 217 Plum St., Red Wing
More info: 651-388-1896
Treasure Island
Westside entertains at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.
When: 8:30 p.m.
Where: Parlay Lounge
Cost: Free
More info: 877-849-1640 or www.ticasino.com
Sunday June 17
Covered Bridge Music and Arts Festival
Today’s events include a Father’s Day pancake breakfast at the VFW and a softball tournament at the Covered Bridge Ballfields beginning at 10 a.m.
When: 7 a.m.-noon
Where: Covered Bridge Ballfields and VFW, Zumbrota
More info: www.ci.zumbrota.mn.us
Father’s Day Car Show
The annual sixties car show put on the Phantom’s Car Club features of collection of more than 100 vintage cars, street rods and customs. There will be a model car for kids ages 15 and under to assemble and take home.
When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Third and Bush streets, downtown Red Wing
Cost: Free
Cannon River Winery
Tim Brown will entertain with live music. Also a full-time high school English teacher, he performs a wide variety of songs ranging from Bob Dylan to Cat Stevens to Blues to Show tunes to Sinatra. Brown also performs original songs.
When: 1-4 p.m.
Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com
Gelly's Pub
The Sue Orfield Band will perform live with special guest Ellen Whyte, from Portland, Ore.
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Gelly's Pub & Eatery, Stockholm, Wis.
More info: 715-442-202 or www.ellenwhyte.com or www.sueorfield.com
— Compiled by Stacy Bengs, staff writer
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