10 days out

Spotlight Event

Casa Sin Dueño

Direct from Mexico City, Casa Sin Dueño will perform son jarocho, a robust and vibrant music tradition, at Crossings at 7 p.m. Sunday Feb. 10.

Casa Sin Dueño comprises Israel Vega, Cadence Nelson and friends. Born from African, Arabic, Spanish, and indigenous roots, son jarocho is recognizable by its driving 6/8 rhythm, call-and-response format of (often picaresque) verses and unique instrumentation - think jawbones of horses or donkeys.

While the most widely recognized son jarocho song in the United States is "La Bamba," as sung by Ritchie Valens, the style is enjoying resurgence and its instruments are finding their way into rock music.

While improvised verses called décimas typically are humorous and sometimes offensive, lyrics often speak of such human values as family, tolerance and respect for the natural world.

Son means sound in Spanish. Don jarocho's cultural influences reflect the diverse population that evolved in Veracruz, Mexico, from Spanish colonial times.

Tickets are $14 in advance, $16 day of show. Call 507-732-7616 or stop in to Crossings at 320 East Ave., Zumbrota. For more information, visit www.crossingsatcarnegie.com.

When: 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. Sunday Feb. 10

Where: Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Ave., Zumbrota

Cost: $14 in advance, $16 at the door

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

Today

Photo Chat

Red Wing Photography members meet for general conversation.

When: 6:30-9 p.m.

Where: Upstairs meeting room of Caribou Coffee

Cost: Free

More info: www.rwphotoclub.org

Thursday Feb. 7

Music at Mayo

The bluegrass band Long Time Gone plays for the Arts for Your Health concert series presented by the Sheldon Theatre at Mayo Clinic Health System in Red Wing.

When: Noon

Where: Garden View Cafe

Cost: Free

Friday Feb. 8

Cannon River Winery

Live entertainment will be provided by the D’Sievers.

When: 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls

Cost/: Free

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

Crossings at Carnegie

The vocal duo Amanda Walther and Sheila Carabine of Dala sings.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: 320 East Ave., Zumbrota

Cost: $16 in advance, $18 at the door

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

Treasure Island

See the area’s talented and mixed martial arts fighters battle it out in the MMA Ironman Tournament for cage fighting glory.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: Event Center

Cost: $15, $30 and $50

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

Jimmy's Pub

Shawn, Steve & Russ perform in Jimmy's Pub.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: Fifth floor, St. James Hotel

Cost: Free

Treasure Island

Them Pesky Kids 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 Feb. 9

Winter Farmers Market

The Winter Saturday Market, sponsored by the Red Wing Farmers Market Association, features Sue West and Friends with their “Traditional Music Jam Fest.”

When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Greenhouse at Sargent’s Nursery, 3352 N. Service Drive

More info: www.redwingfarmersmarket.org

Kids at HeART

Young artists are welcome to enjoy some creative time. All materials and instruction are provided. This month’s project is a decorated canvas tote bag. Your artist can keep this or give away to a special Valentine.

When: 10 a.m.-noon

Where: Art Reach

Cost: $5 per child

More info: 651-388-4888 www.artreachredwing.org

Cannon River Winery

Singer Andrew Walesch provides music starting at 2 p.m. for the second annual Local Author’s Day.

When: noon-5 p.m.

Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls

Cost: Free

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

Sheldon Theatre

“Late Nite Catechism: Sister Rolls the Dice” is the latest in the humorous Catechism series.

When: 7 p.m.

Where: 443 W. Third St.

Cost: $31.50 adults, $19.50 students

More info: 651-388-8700, 800-899-5759 or www.sheldontheatre.org

Barn dancing

The Barn Cats will play for the barn dance. An expert caller is on hand to teach steps to new and seasoned dancers. The first half of the evening features family dances suitable for children, with more advanced dances in the second half. The barn dances are a joint project of River Falls Community Arts Base and River Falls Parks and Recreation.

When: 7-10 p.m.

Where: River Falls Academy, West Maple Street

Cost: $5 adults, $2.50 for ages 12 and under

More info: www.riverfallscab.org

Oak Center

Scottie Miller will perform.

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

Them Pesky Kids 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 Feb. 10

Cannon River Winery

Singer Andrew Walesch provides live music.

When: 2-5 p.m.

Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls

Cost: Free

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

Anderson Center

Red Wing’s Universal Music Center presents its first live band show. Students will perform covers ranging from Jeff Buckley to the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

When: 2-3:30 p.m.

Where: Tower View, Highway 61 at Highway 19

Cost: Free

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

Crossings at Carnegie

Direct from Mexico City, Casa Sin Dueno will perform Son Jarocho, a robust and vibrant music traditional to Veracruz, Mexico.

When: 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Details: See Spotlight

Monday Feb. 11

RWHS Band Concert

The Red Wing High School Music Department presents a great night of band music including pieces from the eighth-grade, ninth-grade, symphonic and concert bands and also the Jazz Lab. There will be several solos and ensembles prior the concert. Performance pieces range from traditional marches to “Dancing With Snakes” and “Africa” a major work for the Concert Band.

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Hovda Hall, Red Wing High School

Cost: $2 adults, $1 students

Wednesday Feb. 13

Photo Chat

Red Wing Photography members meet for general conversation.

When: 6:30-9 p.m.

Where: Upstairs meeting room of Caribou Coffee

Cost: Free

More info: www.rwphotoclub.org

Thursday Feb. 14

Soapbox Players

The Soapbox Players will perform the romantic comedy “Sirens.” When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: Hobgoblin Music Loft, 920 Highway 19

Cost: $9.99

More info: 651-388-8400 or 877-866-3936

UW-River Falls

The Wyman Series at University of Wisconsin-River Falls presents Carnaval Brasileiro, the Brazilian Carnival. The event features the 10-piece Beira Mar Brasil, complete with horn section and hand percussion along with music, food, dancing and art. Prior to the performance, a drumming workshop will be offered at 4 p.m. in the University Center.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: Falcon’s Nest, University Center

Cost: Free

More info: 715-425-3114 or visit the Twin Cities’ Carnaval Brasileiro website at www.rkeverest.net/beiramar.html

Friday Feb. 15

Cannon River Winery

Live entertainment will be provided by the BZ Girls.

When: 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls

Cost: Free

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

ArtReach

Join ArtReach staff for a “Pinterest-inspired” adult craft project. The month’s project is homemade jewelry. All materials and instruction are provided. Come alone, bring friends along for a fun girls’ night activity, or make it a Valentine’s date. Registration is due Feb. 13.

When: 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Where: 112 Bush St.

Cost: $10

More info: 651-388-4888 or www.artreachredwing.org

Soapbox Players

The Soapbox Players will perform the romantic comedy “Sirens.”

When: 7:30 p.m.

Details: See Feb. 14

Sheldon Theatre

Elementary students perform in Arts Alive.

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Sheldon Theatre, 443 W. Third St.

Cost: $15.50 adults, $10.50 students

More info: 651-388-8700, 800-899-5759 or www.sheldontheatre.org

Crossings at Carnegie

Russian classical guitarist Vladimir Gorbach plays in collaboration with the Minnesota Guitar Society.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: 320 East Ave., Zumbrota

Cost: $14 in advance, $16 at the door

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

Jimmy's Pub

Jim Rumorz will entertain in Jimmy's Pub.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: Fifth floor of St. James Hotel

Cost: Free

Treasure Island

The Roosters entertain 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 Feb. 16

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Play a casino-style cricket tournament. The Woodshed will match every entry fee.

When: 1 p.m. sign-up, 2 p.m. start

Where: The Woodshed, Hager City

Cost: $10

Cannon River Winery

The group PKZ provides live music.

When: 2-5 p.m.

Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls

Cost: Free

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

ArtReach

Have a date night and send your kids to ArtReach. You can drop off kids, with a sack supper and pick them up later. Register by Feb. 13.

When: 5-7 p.m.

Where: Art Reach, 112 Bush St.

Cost: $5 per child, ages 4 and up

More info: 651-388-4888 or www.artreachredwing.org

Widespot PAC

Be the judges for a delicious Gumbo Cook-Off. There will be prizes, food and music. Enter the competition by contacting Linda Harding of the Kitchen Sage at linda@thekitchensage.com.

When: 6 p.m.

Where: Widespot Performing Arts and Community Center, second story of N2030 Spring St., Stockholm

Cost: $7

More info: 715-307-8941 or www.widespotperformingarts.org

Soapbox Players

The Soapbox Players will perform “Sirens.”

When: 7:30 p.m.

Details: See Feb. 14

Oak Center

Galactic Cowboy Orchestra will perform.

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

Sheldon Theatre

Elementary students participate in Arts Alive.

When: 2 p.m.

Details: See Feb. 15

Crossings at Carnegie

The Sudden Lovelys perform folk music.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: 320 East Ave., Zumbrota

Cost: $15 in advance, $18 at the door

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

Treasure Island

Country singer Gary Allan performs.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: Event Center

Cost: $48 and $58

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

Treasure Island

The Roosters entertain 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 Feb. 17

Handbell ensemble

The Toll Free Handbell Quartet plays 61 handbells with only eight hands. This concert features Andy Schultz on flute and percussion, Amanda Svendser on piano and percussion, Mark Jeddeloh on percussion and Brian Jeddeloh as baritone soloist and on guitar.

When: 1 p.m.

Where: First Lutheran Church, 615 W. Fifth St.

Cost: Free

Cannon River Winery

Jagged Ease plays live.

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