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Spotlight: Bruce Hecksel's paintings have gained acclaim across the country. Both originals and prints will be available at the Abode Gallery 7 p.m. Saturday July 7.

Vibrant, explosive color and motion with an interweaving of place, emotion and melody, his work speaks to the viewer in unpredictable and exciting ways, organizers said.

The celebration can’t be contained by just the gallery, they said. So as the evening flows, so will the art as it is joined by music from Hecksel and Julie Patchouli outside on the Widespot Performing Arts Center SideSpot Stage.

Together they are Terra Guiterra. The music, like the art, grows out of a classic tradition. Better known as the group Patchouli, Hecksel and Patchouli will switch to Terra Guiterra to complement the art work on display.

Hecksel’s art will be on display at Abode Gallery through July.

Light treats and a cash bar will be available at the performance.

At a glance…

Let the color and motion of the art of Bruce Hecksel and the energy and emotion of the Music of Terra Guitarra fill your head, heart, eyes and ears during an evening celebrating the work of Bruce Hecksel and Terra Guitarra.

When: 7 p.m. July 7

Where: Abode Gallery, N2030 Spring St., Stockholm

Cost: Free

More info:715-442-2266

Today

Red Wing Plein Air Art Festival

Today’s activities include a 9 to 11 a.m. oil painting demonstration by Mike Rada; “Paint the Valley” when artists work in valley locations of Lake City, Maiden Rock, Stockholm and Pepin and also “Paint the Park,” where artists will be painting at the Concert in the Park event in Central Park.

Where: Depot Gallery Festival Tent, 418 Levee St. and throughout the region

More info: 651-388-7569 or www.redwingartsassociation.org

Concerts in the Park

The group Southwood performs contemporary folk/pop music. The concert is sponsored by the Red Wing Area Fund.

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Central Park Band Shell, 400 West Ave.

Thursday June 28

Red Wing Plein Air Art Festival

Today’s activities include a 9 to 11 a.m. pastel demonstration by Fred Somers and “Paint the Valley” when artists choose another valley location for inspiration.

Details: See June 27

Zumbrota State Theatre

“Seussical the Musical,” will be presented by the 15-member area youth participating in musical theater camp at Crossings. The performance is centered on the story in Dr. Seuss’s beloved “Horton Hears a Who” about an elephant who must protect the tiny beings who live on a speck of dust on a flower. This rollicking celebration of Dr. Seuss pays homage to many of his other stories too.

When: 7 p.m.

Where: 88 E. Fourth St., Zumbrota

Cost: Free

More info: 507-732-7616 or www.crossingsatcarnegie.com

Friday June 29

Red Wing Plein Air Art Festival

Today’s activities include “Artist Free Paint” as final art is turned in by noon to be judged in the afternoon, and a gala reception/silent auction at the festival tent in the evening when the winner will be announced.

Details: See June 27

Cannon Valley Fair

The 97th annual festival is a true "hometown" fair and Fourth of July celebration. Today’s activities include: open class exhibit, FFA kiddie barnyard and the Crescent City Amusement rides opening at 6 p.m.

When: Noon-8 p.m.

Where: Cannon Falls

Cost: $3 per day, $8 season pass, free for ages 5 and under. Grandstand events $12 for adults, $5 for ages 12 and under

More info: www.cannonvalleyfair.org

Treasure Island

69 Cents 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 30

Red Wing Farmer’s Market

Red Wing's Saturday Farmers Market has live musical entertainment and other special features in addition to the fresh produce, vegetables and flowers. Demonstrations of traditional crafts run all morning, with music starting around 10 a.m. from Flipside with Dave Watson on keyboard and Tim Kriese on guitar.

When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Red Wing Train Depot, 420 Levee St.

Cannon Valley Fair

Today activities include: 8 a.m. 4H, FFA and WSCA Youth Open Horse Show; noon-4 p.m. Ms. Ja-Zee the Clown; 1-7 p.m. 4H building entry and judging; 1-6 p.m. barbeque pork cook-off; 1 p.m. carnival opens; 1-4 p.m. minnow races; 2-6 p.m. butterfly exhibit opens; 4 p.m. open class sheep show; 7 p.m. Auto Cross in the grandstand; 9-11 p.m. live music in the beer garden and local DJ in the pavilion.

When: 8 a.m.-11 p.m.

Details: See June 29

Red Wing Plein Air Art Festival

Today’s activities include “Mississippi Riverfront Quick Paint.” Boards will be stamped at 9:45 a.m. and turned in by 12:15 p.m. At 1 p.m. the Plein Air public reception and gallery opening begins, followed by a pie and ice cream social. Live music from bluegrass band Long Time Gone is at 2 p.m. and the night concludes in Central Park with the Rolling River Music Festival.

Details: See June 27

Voices of the Valley

Ray Sands of the Polka Dots will be providing entertainment on the trail with his accordion.

When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Welch Station Access

Cost: Free

Pioneer Day

The River Bluffs History Center presents Pioneer Day. There will be demonstrations of pioneer activities and crafts, children’s games, music, storytelling and lunch. The historic Conlin log cabin will be open, complete with authentic pieces. You can taste Laura Ingalls Wilder’s recipes for cornbread with freshly churned butter. This is a family-friendly event.

When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Pierce County River Bluffs Center, W6321 E. Main St., Bay City

Cost: Free

More info: 715-792-5182

Cannon River Winery

Live entertainment will be played throughout day including Tim Brown from 1-4 p.m. and Jagged Edge from 5-8 p.m. Brown performs a wide variety of songs ranging from Bob Dylan to Cat Stevens to Sinatra and things in between and his own original songs. Jagged Edge is a five-piece acoustic group that plays original music ranging from lounge tunes to a blues-driven sound.

When: 1-8 p.m.

Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls

Cost: Free

More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com

Concerts in the Park

Long Time Gone will provide live entertainment near Levee Park. Originally the band was created because of the shared love of classic bluegrass and old-time string band tunes. The members include Ben Manning (guitar, mandolin, vocals), Katryn Conlin (string bass, vocals), Leo Rosenstein (mandolin, guitar, vocals), Barry St. Mane (banjo) and Mike Hildebrandt (fiddle, mandolin, vocals). The concert is sponsored by the Red Wing Area Fund.

When: 2-4 p.m.

Where: Depot Gallery, 418 Levee St., Red Wing, outside (weather permitting)

More info: www.longtimegoneband.com

Classic Rock Festival

The Harbor Bar kicks off its summer concert series with the Classic Rock Festival. Live music includes Fiasco, noon-4 p.m.; Brigade, 4-8 p.m., and the Bad Animals “Heart Tribute Band,” 8 p.m.-midnight.

When: 4 p.m.-midnight

Where: N673 825th St., Hager City

More info: 715-792-2417 or www.harborbar.net

Rolling River Music Festival

An evening of music begins with bluegrass singer Barley Jacks, followed by R&B singer/songwriter Ryan Shaw and then country/roots/rock band the BoDeans as the headliner. The main sponsors are the Jones Family Foundation, Lawrence Transportation Services, Red Wing Shoe, Sturdiwheat, Riedel Skates and Dave Syverson Truck Center along with other partners.

When: 5 p.m.

Where: Bandshell at Central Park, 400 West Ave., Red Wing

More info: www.barleyjacks.com or www.thisisryanshaw.com or www.bodeans.com

Treasure Island

The legendary rock band Chicago entertains at Treasure Island. With five consecutive No. 1 albums and 21 top-ten hits, Chicago is second only to the Beach Boys in terms of Billboard singles and chart-topping albums among American bands. Hits like “You’re the Inspiration” and “Hard to Say I’m Sorry” established the band as one of the longest running and most successful pop/rock groups of all time.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: Event Center

Cost: $58, $68

More info: 877-849-1640 or www.ticasino.com

Zumbrota State Theatre

Revolution 5 presents "Some are Dead and Some are Living" — a Beatles tribute show.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: 88 E. Fourth St., Zumbrota

Cost: $24 in advance, $28 at the door

More info: 507-732-7616 or www.crossingsatcarnegie.com

Treasure Island

69 Cents 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 July 1

Cannon Valley Fair

Today activities include: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. livestock entry; 1-9 p.m. butterfly exhibit; 1 p.m. carnival opens; 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Half Pint Magic Show; 2 p.m. 4H and FFA Sheep Show; 2-5 p.m. RADZoo; 5 p.m. Demolition Derby; 7 p.m. Cannon Valley Youth Jackpot Beef Show; 9-11 p.m. live music in the beer garden and local DJ in the pavilion.

When: 9 a.m.-11 p.m.

Details: See June 29

Red Wing Plein Air Art Festival

Today’s activities include “Art, Coffee and Levee Stroll” beginning at the festival tent.

When: 9 a.m.-noon

Details: See June 27

Cannon River Winery

Don Paulson will provide live entertainment. Paulson is an original singer-songwriter who performs ballads along with bluegrass. He also performs songs by his favorite artists such as James Taylor, Paul Simon, the Beatles and more.

When: 1-4 p.m.

Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls

Cost: Free

More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com

Monday July 2

Cannon Valley Fair

Today’s activities include: 10 a.m. daycare kid power pedal tractor pull; 10 a.m. 4H and FFA Rabbit and Poultry Show; noon District 6 Holstein Show; noon-4 p.m. Ms. Ja-Zee the Clown; 1 p.m. carnival; 1 p.m. kid power pedal tractor pull; 1-9 p.m. butterfly exhibit; 1-4 p.m. RADZoo; 4 p.m. 4H and FFA Goat Show; 6 p.m. Community Band; 7 p.m. Cannon Valley Youth Jackpot Swine Show and 9-11 p.m. live music in the beer garden and local DJ in the pavilion

When: 9:30 a.m.-11 p.m.

Details: See June 29

Tuesday July 3

Cannon Valley Fair

Today activities include: 9 a.m. 4H and FFA Dairy Show; 1 p.m. 4H and FFA Beef Show; 1 to 9 p.m. butterfly exhibit; 1 p.m. carnival; 1 and 3 p.m. Ray Sands band; 4 p.m. 4H demonstrations; 5 p.m. Demolition Derby; 7 p.m. Cannon Valley Youth Jackpot Market Lamb Show and 9 p.m. live entertainment from Lost Highway in the grandstand for $10.

When: 9 a.m.-11 p.m.

Details: See June 29

Island Block Party

Join Lucas from radio station KDWB in the Parlay Lounge from 2 to 6 p.m. as he will do a live broadcast from the Island Block Party. There also will be live music from Maiden Dixie in the Parlay Lounge from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. and an outdoor performance by Stimulus Package from 7 to 11 p.m. Food will be served leading up to a large fireworks display at dusk.

When: 2 p.m.-1:30 a.m.

Where: Parlay Lounge and parking lot, Treasure Island Resort & Casino

Cost: Free

More info: 877-849-1640 or www.ticasino.com

Wednesday July 4

Cannon Valley Fair

Today activities include: 11:30 a.m. Grand Day Parade; 1 p.m. carnival opens; 1-4 p.m. minnow races; 2 p.m. Harness Horse Racing; 2 p.m. Lyndon Peterson, the one-man band entertains; 4-8 p.m. butterfly exhibit and fireworks at dusk.

When: 11:30 a.m.-dusk

Details: See June 29

Concerts in the Park

The Westside Trombone Quartet provides live entertainment. The group has been playing together since May 2003. They have been quite active, performing at concerts, church services and the occasional private party. WTQ is a group comprised of individuals whose abilities and experience come together to share a common goal — to present great music that both entertains and challenges listeners.

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Central Park Band Shell, 400 West Ave.

More info: www.westsidetrombones.com

Friday July 6

Crossings at Carnegie

Billy McLaughlin, a world-class guitarist, composer and inspirational performer, will entertain.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: 320 East Ave., Zumbrota

Cost: $18 in advance, $20 at the door

More info: 507-732-7616 or www.crossingsatcarnegie.com

Treasure Island

Power Play 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 July 7

Red Wing Farmer’s Market

Red Wing's Saturday Farmers Market has live musical entertainment and other special features in addition to the fresh produce, vegetables and flowers. Music will be provided by the Bald Eagles, a local Dixieland band, starting around 10 a.m. Children’s activities include an appearance by Beatrix Potter with story time reading from “Peter Rabbit,” and master gardener Paul Schaefer will be on hand to answer gardening questions.

When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Red Wing Train Depot, 420 Levee St.

Summer Celebration of the Arts

Highlighting the work of more than 100 artists, craftspeople, writers and musicians, the show will feature paintings, pottery, furniture, weavings, jewelry, wood carvings, photographs, textiles, stained glass and much more. Anderson Center artists will offer open studios and demonstrations, including glassblowing, pottery, painting, silk dyeing and printmaking. Scott King, owner and operator of Red Dragonfly Press, will host poetry readings by some of Minnesota's finest poets in the granary. Music entertainment on the lower lawn stage will include: Mu Daiko Japanese Drummers, the acoustic Indi-Folk duo Patchouli, the Mark Kreitzer Hot Club, and others.

When: Noon-5 p.m.

Where: Anderson Center, Highway 61 at Highway 19

Cost: Free

More info: 651-388-2009 or www.andersoncenter.org

Blues Festival

Get ready to boogie at the 47th anniversary of Harbor Bar and its Blues Festival. Live entertainment includes Steve Meyer and the Blues Dogs noon-4 p.m.; the Back Challen Blues Band from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Sena Ehrhard from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

When: Noon-2 a.m.

Where: N673 825th St., Hager City

More info: 715-792-2417 or www.harborbar.net

Cannon River Winery

Switched at Birth will provide live entertainment. The band is a five-person group that plays a unique blend of bluegrass, country, folk and acoustic blues music.

When: 2-5 p.m.

Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls

Cost: Free

More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com

Abode Gallery

Let the color and motion of the art of Bruce Hecksel and the energy and emotion of the music of Terra Guitarra fill your head, heart, eyes and ears during an evening celebrating the work of Bruce Hecksel and Terra Guitarra.

When: 7 p.m.

Details: See Spotlight

Treasure Island

Power Play 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 July 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 River Falls and live music, food, shopping and various prizes. When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Downtown River Falls

Cost: Free

More info: 715-425-2533 or www.rfchamber.com

Cannon River Winery

Relativity will provide live entertainment. The trio from Northfield performs a wide variety of music ranging from covers of current popular music to the sounds of Fleetwood Mac, John Mellencamp, Indigo Girls and Sarah McLachlan. They combine power harmonies, bluesy vocals, guitar, mandolin, harmonica and percussion to create great music.

When: 2-5 p.m.

Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls

Cost: Free

More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com

— Compiled by Stacy Bengs, staff writer

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