- PHOTO: Painting
Spotlight: Boutique and gallery show
The Red Wing Arts Association begins its holiday season as well as its annual boutique and a gallery show Saturday Nov. 3. Refreshments will be served at a public open house from 2 to 4 p.m.
The boutique features jewelry, both holiday-themed and party bling; scarves to stay warm; handmade bags and totes; crafted wood bowls and boxes; pottery, both serving pieces and decorative items; hand-blown glass; original art, paintings and sculpture; and for the budding artist, from age 3 to 103, a gift certificate for art classes.
In addition, RWAA opens “Insights,” a member art show in the Vogel Gallery. Member artists will share a piece of artwork that represents their artistic vision. More than 35 artists will participate.
RWAA’s Holiday Celebration is more than the gallery shows. On Saturday Nov. 10, an art and craft show will run from noon to 5 p.m. in the Depot Waiting Area. You’ll find RWAA member artists displaying an expanded selection of their artwork.
When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday Nov. 3
Where: Red Wing Arts Association, Depot Gallery, 418 Levee St.
More info: 651-388-7569 or www. redwingartsassociation.org
Today
Krafty Kathy’s pumpkin display
Local pumpkin carver Krafty Kathy will have her newest creation on display. It will feature a squash man emerging from an 800-pound pumpkin. The pumpkin will be displayed Halloween night. Those who miss it that night can stop by to see it anytime Nov. 4-11.
When: Halloween night and from Nov. 4-11
Where: Call 612-968-4652 or visit Red Wing’s Caribou Coffee
Cost: Free
More info: 612-968-4652
Habedank Pumpkin Show
See more than 100 carved jack-o-lanterns on display.
When: Dusk till dawn
Where: 1913 Grandview Ave., Red Wing
Cost: Free; donations are accepted for the Food Shelf and the Red Cross
More info: Call 651-388-7733 for information and to vote for your favorite pumpkin
Photo Chat
Red Wing Photography members meet for general conversation.
When: 7-9 p.m.
Where: Upstairs meeting room of Caribou Coffee
Cost: Free
More info: www.rwphotoclub.org
Thursday Nov. 1
Crossings at Carnegie
November’s exhibit featuring artists Linda Deg Lee and Layl McDill opens today and will run through Friday Nov. 30.
When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 320 East Ave., Zumbrota
Cost: Free
More info: 507-732-7616 or www.crossingsatcarnegie. com
Scarecrows
The Curt and Marlene Morrow residence features a scarecrow contest as part of an annual craft sale.
When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 45986 Highway 56, Kenyon
Cost: Free
More info: 507-789-6223
Mayo Clinic Health Systems Red Wing
Eric Himy will play piano at the Mayo Clinic Health System in Red Wing.
When: 12:05 p.m.
Where: Garden View Cafe
Cost: Free
Ellsworth fall musical
Students perform “Damn Yankees.” The musical is about one man’s love for baseball.
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Ellsworth High School, 323 Hillcrest St.
Cost: $8 adults, $3 students
More info: www.ellsworthdrama.com
Friday Nov. 2
Scarecrows
Visit the Curt and Marlene Morrow residence.
Details: See Thursday
TBMS play
Middle school students perform Jacqueline West’s “Under the Bed.”
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Twin Bluff Middle School, 2120 Twin Bluff Rd.
Cost: Free, free will donations are accepted
Ellsworth fall musical
Students perform their fall musical “Damn Yankees.” Tonight’s play features a signed performance for the deaf or hard of hearing.
When: 7:30 p.m.
Details: See Nov. 1
Zumbrota State Theatre
Cassie and the Bobs will perform “The Music and Magic of Pasty Cline.”
When: 7:30 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
Jimmy’s Pub
The Victor Freeman Trio will entertain in Jimmy’s Pub.
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Fifth floor of St. James Hotel
Cost: Free
Treasure Island
Sell Out Stereo 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 Nov. 3
Scarecrows
Visit the Curt and Marlene Morrow residence.
Deatils: See Thursday
Red Wing Arts Association
RWAA presents begins its annual Holiday Celebration, Holiday Boutique and Insights Gallery Show.
When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Details: See Spotlight
Widespot PAC
Enjoy the Women’s Weekend Brunch with Lorna Landvik, author of eight novels including best-selling “Angry Housewives Eating Bon Bons.” End the night with “Lorna Landvik’s Party In the Rec Room,” as she throws another comedy bash, filled with characters created on the spot.
When: 10:15 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Where: Widespot Performing Arts and Community Center, second story of N2030 Spring St., Stockholm
Cost: $18 brunch, $14 comedy show, $30 combination ticket
More info: 715-307-8941 or www.widespotperformingarts
Cannon River Winery
Live entertainment during the afternoon includes from 1 to 4 p.m. Relativity and 5 to 8 p.m. by the D’Sievers.
When: 1-8 p.m.
Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery. com
Sheldon Theatre
Arlo Guthrie presents “Here Comes the Kids — A Tribute to Woody Guthrie’s 100th Birthday”
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 443 W. Third St.
Cost: $51.50
More info: 651-388-8700 or 800-899-5759, or www.sheldontheatre.org.
TBMS play
Middle school students perform “Under the Bed.”
When: 2 p.m.
Details: See Friday
Ellsworth fall musical
Students perform “Damn Yankees.”
When: 7:30 p.m.
Details: See Nov. 1
Hobgoblin Music
Folk legend Bill Staines plays a concert in celebration of his new studio album, “Beneath Some Lucky Star.”
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Hobgoblin Music Loft, 920 Highway 19
Cost: $15
More info: 651-388-8400 or 877-866-3936
UW-River Falls
The RADD Jazz Series features the University of Wisconsin-River Falls Jazz Ensemble directed by David Milne.
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Abbott Concert Hall, Kleinpell building, UW-River Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 715-425-3183
Oak Center
Four Shillings Short will play a Samhain/Halloween concert celebrating the Celtic New Year with music, ghost stories and poetry.
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Oak Center General Store, Highway 63, rural Lake City
Cost: $5-$15 based on ability to pay
More info: 507-753-2080 or www.oakcentergeneralstore.com
Treasure Island
Sell Out Stereo 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 Nov. 4
Paddlewheeler
The Queen of the Mississippi paddleboat will make her way to Red Wing and drop anchor along the Mississippi River bank near Levee Park.
When: Early morning and will depart in the afternoon
Where: Levee Park, Red Wing
Scarecrows
Visit the Curt and Marlene Morrow residence.
Details: See Thursday
Cannon River Winery
The group treVeld will provide live entertainment.
When: 2-5 p.m.
Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery. com
Crossings at Carnegie
Multi-award winning singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist John McCutcheon will perform.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 320 East Ave., Zumbrota
Cost: $25 in advance, $28 at the door
More info: 507-732-7616 or www.crossingsatcarnegie. com
Tuesday Nov. 6
American Queen
The Queen of the Mississippi paddleboat stops in Red Wing.
When: Early morning and will depart in the afternoon
Where: Levee Park, Red Wing
Wednesday Nov. 7
Photo Chat
Red Wing Photography members meet for general conversation.
When: 7-9 p.m.
Where: Upstairs meeting room of Caribou Coffee
Cost: Free
More info: www.rwphotoclub.org
Thursday Nov. 8
Scarecrows
Visit the Curt and Marlene Morrow residence.
When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 45986 Highway 56, Kenyon
Cost: Free
More info: 507-789-6223
Friday Nov. 9
Scarecrows
Take in Kenyon-area crafters’ work.
Details: See Thursday
Jimmy’s Pub
The Too Guys perform in Jimmy’s Pub.
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Fifth floor of St. James Hotel
Cost: Free
Treasure Island
Tripwire 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 Nov. 10
Free Art Day
ArtReach presents “Tree-rific Art.” Adults and children can work together to create a beautiful and simple tree painting, focusing on positive and negative space. Children will learn a new way to “draw” while they paint.
When: 9-11 a.m.
Where: 112 Bush St., Red Wing
Cost: Free
More info: www.artreach redwing.org
Red Wing Arts Association
RWAA presents an arts and craft show featuring local art.
When: Noon-5 p.m.
Where: Depot Gallery, 418 Levee St.
More info: 651-388-7569 or www.redwingartsassociation.org
Cannon River Winery
Live entertainment during the afternoon includes from 1 to 4 p.m. singer Andrew Walesch and 5 to 8 p.m. Michael Loonan.
When: 1-8 p.m.
Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com
Barn dancing
The Barn Cats will play for the barn dance. No experience is necessary for a good time. An expert caller is on hand to teach steps to new and more seasoned dancers. All ages are welcome, singles and couples. The first half of the evening features family dances suitable for children, with more advanced dances in the second half. The barn dance series is volunteer-operated and jointly sponsored by River Falls Community Arts Base and River Falls Parks and Recreation.
When: 7-10 p.m.
Where: Gym of River Falls Academy, West Maple Street
Cost: $5 adults, $2.50 for ages 12 and under
Sheldon Theatre
Enjoy Louise Roche’s play “Big Pants and Botox.” The comedic performance is a blend of powerful writing and acting as it leads the audience onto the emotional roller coaster that is Barbara’s 50th birthday celebration.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 443 W. Third St.
Cost: $27.50 adults, $17.50 students
More info: 651-388-8700 or 800-899-5759, or www.sheldontheatre.org.
Zumbrota State Theatre
The Trembling Wilburys will play. This is tribute group plays a collaboration of tunes from George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne, with drummer Jim Keltner
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: 88 E. Fourth St., Zumbrota
Cost: $22 in advance, $25 at the door
More info: 507-732-7616 or www.crossingsatcarnegie.com
Treasure Island
Country singer Dierks Bentley will perform at Treasure Island. When: 8 p.m.
Where: Event Center
Cost: $49, $59
More info: 877-849-1640 or www.ticasino.com
Oak Center
Chuck Suchy will play live.
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Oak Center General Store, Highway 63, rural Lake City
Cost: $5-$15 based on ability to pay
More info: 507-753-2080 or www.oakcentergeneralstore.com
Treasure Island
Tripwire 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 Nov. 11
Scarecrows
Visit the Curt and Marlene Morrow residence.
When: See Thursday
Cannon River Winery
Singer Andrew Walesch will perform.
When: 1-4 p.m.
Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com
Fall music concert
The St. Croix Valley Music Teacher Association presents a concert at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.
When: 3 p.m.
Where: Abbott Concert Hall, Kleinpell building Cost: Free
More info: 715-425-3183
Oak Center
Andra Suchy performs.
When: 3 p.m.
Where: Oak Center General Store, Highway 63, rural Lake City
Cost: $5-$15 based on ability to pay
More info: 507-753-2080 or www.oakcentergeneralstore.com
— Compiled by Stacy Bengs, staff writer
Tags: arts and entertainment, lifestyle, arts, entertainment
More from around the web
RSS Feeds