Rochester Convention and Visitors Bureau - Arts and Culture Events

Winter Weekend Getaway in Downtown Rochester

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 16:07:23 GMT

Date(s): Jan. 4-Feb. 11, 2012
Location: Shops at University Square

Experience SocialICE, the largest outdoor ice bar in
the upper Midwest, with over 200 feet of ice bar, real
ice glasses, ice luges, sculptures, and live music.
PEACE PLAZA, DOWNTOWN ROCHESTER
February 9, 10, 11, 2012
4:30 PM – 9 PM FREE ADMISSION
Take a break from the cold and visit the Shops at
University Square. You'll find unique, independently
owned retail stores plus fine restaurants and casual
dining. Find what you're looking for at the Square.
Book a room at the DoubleTree or Hilton Garden
Inn and receive a complimentary tote bag with
exclusive mall discounts and a bottle of wine.
Mention Winter Weekend Getaway when making
reservations to receive the special rate.
Reservations must be made by February 8, 2012
WE SPEAK SUCCESS
EMBRACE WINTER with a
WEEKEND in ROCHESTER!
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Greg Boerner

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:01:19 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 4, 2012
Time: 8 pm
Price: No cover
Location: Canadian Honker Restaurant

Playing acoustic folk, country & bluegrass.

Lost & Found

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:01:19 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 2012
Time: 8pm-11pm
Price: No cover
Location: Daniels Northwoods Lounge

Light Rock, Beatles, Eagles, etc. (formerly "Lost Faculties band)

CUMC Documentary Club

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 06:01:38 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, & Mar. 2, & Apr. 6, & May. 4, 2012
Time: 7 pm
Price: Free
Location: Christ United Methodist Church

Christ United Methodist Church presents A Documentary Film Series. Join us the first Friday of each month for a new showing. See the church web site for the movie playing each month.

RCTC LIFE Reading in Retirement

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 06:01:19 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, & Mar. 2, 2012
Time: 10 am - 12 noon
Price: Member: free, Non-Member $5
Location: Realife Cooperative,

January’s Book: "Until They Bring the Street Cars Back" by Stanley Gordon West (Paperback – Jan 5, 1997); February’s Book: "Cleopatra: A Life" by Stacy Schiff (Paperback – Sep 6, 2011) and March’s book: "A Sudden Country: A Novel" by Karen Fisher (Paperback – Jun 27, 2006)

Blue Moon Mix

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:01:18 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 2012
Time: 7:30 pm -11 pm
Price: $8 adults, $6 students
Location: Blue Moon Ballroom

Blue Moon Mix. Friday, Feb 3 Swing, Latin, Soft-rock, Blues, R&B, Pop, Ballroom 7:30 pm Lesson, Dance 8 pm -11 pm.

Documentary Movie Night

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 06:01:37 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, & Mar. 2, & Apr. 6, & May. 4, & Jun. 1, 2012
Time: 7 pm
Price: Free
Location: Christ United Methodist Church

Documentary Movie Night – see website for what’s playing.

Blue Moon Mix

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:01:26 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 2012
Time: 7:30 pm - 11 pm
Price: $8 adults, $6 students
Location: Blue Moon Ballroom

Blue Moon Mix - Swing, Latin, Soft-rock, Blues, R&B, Pop, Ballroom. 7:30 pm Lesson, Dance 8 pm – 11 pm.

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:01:27 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 2012
Time: Fri 7 pm, Sat 2 pm & 7 pm, Sun 2 pm
Price: Adult $20.50, Senior $17.50, Student $15.50
Location: Rochester Civic Theatre

The first and most famous story of The Chronicles of Narnia has become a presentation of this unique, enchanted world filled with creatures and spirits of myth and fable, both good and evil, demonic and transcendent. The principal inhabitants, however, are the intelligent talking animals ruled by the majestic King Aslan, the great lion of Narnia. Though Aslan is often absent from the land (so that his very existence is doubted by some), he returns when the need for him is greatest. And entering Narnia at a moment of high adventure are some children—plucked from our world in unexpected ways to help Narnia and to learn from their Narnia odyssey lessons of courage, unselfishness and wisdom that will help them grow. Tickets on sale now! Call 507-282-8481 or visit the web site for tickets!

Bows, Bowlers & Bassoons--SEMYO's Silent Movie Event

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:10:26 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 2012
Time: 7pm
Price: Advanced: $10; At the door: $12
Location: Kahler Grand Hotel

Classic silent films with a SEMYO live performance of Ben Model's original music, conducted by James Buchan
Featured films: “The Immigrant” with Charlie Chaplin and
“Cops” with Buster Keaton
Location: Heritage Hall in the Kahler Grand Hotel

Susan Waughtal, Vera Ming Wang Exhibit

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:01:20 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 2012
Time: MTWF 10 am - 5 pm, Th 10 am - 8 pm, Sat 10 am - 4 pm
Price: Free
Location: Crossings at Carnegie

Two painters whose painting styles differ nonetheless share common roots in the friendship that sprouted 30 years ago in a college ceramics class. Susan Waughtal and Vera Ming Wong will show their paintings and works in other media at Crossings Feb. 1-29. A reception is Fri., Feb. 3, at 7 p.m.

Waughtal describes her acrylic paintings as "gestural, exuberant and sometimes even whimsical," depictions of domesticated animals, gardens and daily life on a farm. Wong often works en plein air, capturing the natural flora and fauna of a place.

Wong, who has a B.A. in biology as well as a B.F.A. in studio arts, captures trees and plants accurately, while still portraying the beauty and mystery of the forest, desert or wetlands. She works in a variety of media, from watercolor to cut paper and has created illustrations for several nature conservancy groups and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources publications.

Susan Waughtal, Vera Ming Wang Reception

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:01:22 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 2012
Time: 7 pm
Price: Free
Location: Crossings at Carnegie

Two painters whose painting styles differ nonetheless share common roots in the friendship that sprouted 30 years ago in a college ceramics class. Join us for a reception for Susan Waughtal and Vera Ming Wong, exhibitors for the month of February.

Exhibition Opening Reception & Winter Flux

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:01:19 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 7 pm - 1 am
Price: $5, free to Art Center members
Location: Rochester Art Center

Exhibition Opening Reception with Jochen Lempert, Tetsuya Yamada, Barbara Claussen. Cash bar by Sontes.

Dance the Cold Away

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:01:17 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 11 am - 3 pm
Price: One hour lesson $5 for kids and $10 for adults. An all day pass is $25
Location: Rochester International Dance Studio

All proceeds will benefit Join the Journey as part of WinterFest.

Schedule: 11 am – Tippi Toes Mother/Father and Child dance, Noon – Tippi Toes Ballet/Jazz/Tap for kids, 1 pm- Fred Astaire Swing dance (you don’t need a partner), 2 pm – Fred Astaire Salsa dance (you don’t need a partner), 3 pm – RIDS belly dance.

Hearts & Diamonds Spectacular

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:01:18 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 5:30 pm
Price: $200 per person
Location: Somerby Golf Club

Benefits Ronald McDonald House of Rochester. 2012 Major Sponsors: STERLING STATE BANK, HIGHT & RANDALL PERSONAL JEWELERS, SOMERBY GOLF CLUB & MCNEILUS COMPANIES. Triple-prize: Diamond extravaganza & surprise table prize. Raffle: Ultimate Golf Experience. Silent Auction: Private Gourmet Dinner for 8. Entertainment by: SYNERGY, MICHAEL VELDMAN & FRIENDS.

Assisi Heights Tour

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 06:01:04 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 2012
Time: 2pm
Price: Donations accepted
Location: Assisi Heights

Assisi Heights is home of the Sisters of St. Francis. Tours available by appointment most Mondays and Saturdays at 2pm. Please call 507-282-7441 to make a reservation.

Rod Kinny

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:01:20 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 8pm-11pm
Price: No cover
Location: Daniels Northwoods Lounge

Live music- acoustic classic guitar.

WinterFest 2012: Cardboard Sled Challenge

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:01:28 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: Registration 8:30am; Design Judging 9am; Race at 10am; Awards/Lunch at 12pm
Price: Entry Fee to race: Youth/Teens (6-18) $25; Open (19 & up) $75
Location: Willow Creek Golf Course

Join us for the 2nd annual Cardboard Sled Challenge. Make a sled out of cardboard, make it with style, make it fast and race it down the hill. Proceeds support the Gamehaven Boy Scout Council and the Scouting Programs in southeastern Minnesota. Awards for best sled design, people’s choice, best costumes and fastest sled.

Rumba - beginner dance lessons

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:01:19 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2012
Time: 7 pm - 8 pm
Price: $49
Location: Blue Moon Ballroom

Rumba – beginner dance lessons 4 Mondays, Feb 6-27 7 pm – 8 pm. Rumba can be romantic or fun and is danced to songs like Kokomo, Cuando-Cuando, Amarillo by Morning, and Falling Into You. For Country, Rock, or Latin music. Perfect for wedding receptions and our ‘Blue Moon Mix’ dances.

Triple Time Swing - Lessons for Beginners

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:01:20 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28, 2012
Time: 7 pm - 8 pm
Price: $49
Location: Blue Moon Ballroom

Triple Time Swing – lessons for beginners 4 Tuesdays, Feb 7-28 7 pm – 8 pm. Swing is an upbeat dance for Country or Rock songs like In the Mood, She Think’s my Tractor’s Sexy, Rock Around the Clock, and Honkytonk Badonkadonk. Fun for wedding receptions and our ‘Blue Moon Mix’ dances.

iFilms - Before Your Eyes

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:01:28 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 8, 2012
Time: 6 pm
Price: Free
Location: Rochester Public Library

Before Your Eyes – Turkey, Germany | 2011 | Drama | Turkish and Kurdish w/ English subtitles. Ten year old Gulistan and her brother Firat live in the heart of Turkish Kurdistan. Tragedy strikes when their parents are shot down by paramilitary gunmen before their very eyes. Traumatized and orphaned, Gulistan and Firat try to care for their infant sister, but their money soon runs out and they’re forced onto the street. It is there that Gulistan meets the part-time escort Dilara. Accompanying her on a hotel call one day, Gulistan is shocked to discover Dilara’s client is the murderer of her parents, and quickly devises a plan for revenge. Short Film: It’s My Turn A group of boys play a rhyming game to decide whose turn it is go to the movies, since they can only afford one ticket at a time. The rhythmic dialogue is intentionally left unsubtitled, allowing a universal story to spring forth naturally from the children’s lively actions. The iFilm series is intended for mature adults. Please provide guidance to your children.

Winter Dinner-Theatre Production: "Seven Menus"

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:01:29 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 9, 10, 11, 2012
Time: Thursday, Friday at 7:30 pm. Saturday at 2 pm and 7:30 pm
Price: Show Only: $6.00 per person. Dinner + Show: $20.00 adults / $18.00 Sr. Citizens 65 +
Location: University Center Rochester

Rochester Community and Technical College presents a Winter Dinner Theatre Production: "Seven Menus" featuring two short one act comedies, "Sure Thing" and "Seven Menus" by David Ives. Directed By Jerry Casper. Not recommended for children. Adult language, situations. Thursday, February 9 at 7:30 pm Friday, February 10 at 7:30 pm Saturday, February 11 at 2 pm and 7:30 pm. Dinner offered for the Friday and Saturday evening performances. Dinner reservations must be made by February 6. Show Only: $6.00 each. Dinner Show: $20.00 adults / $18.00 Sr. Citizens 65. See our website for tickets and more information or phone the Hill Theatre Box Office M-F 8:30-4:30 at 507-285-7200.

Valentine Activities at Amaglyphe & Artpacks

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:17:08 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 9-10, 2012
Time: 2-8pm
Price: $10
Location: Artpacks

Amaglyphe & Artpacks are hosting Valentine Activities during the SocialICE event!
Look for our bear and ball logo ice sculpture on the Wall of ICE!

Come to Amaglyphe, located off the lobby of the Kahler Grand,
to draw your Valentine, print a valentine or make a valentine book. $10.
Call 507-273-2529 if you have questions.

Thursday, February 9, 2-8 pm
Friday, February 10, 2-8 pm

Samba - Beginner Dance Lessons

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:01:17 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 9, 16, 23, 2012
Time: 7 pm - 8 pm
Price: $49
Location: Blue Moon Ballroom

Samba – beginner dance lessons 4 Thursdays, Feb 2-23. Samba is an upbeat, lively dance of Brazilian origin that progresses around the dance floor. It is characterized by its bounce and rolling hip action and is danced to songs like Hips Don’t Lie, Livin La Vida Loca, Pon de Replay.

SocialICE--Rochester Minnesota's Ice Bar

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 12:56:33 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 9-11, 2012
Time: 4:30-9:00pm
Price: Free Admission
Location: Peace Plaza Downtown

Featuring over 200 ft. of ice, SocialICE will be once again the largest outdoor ice bar in the upper Midwest. The layout will expand this year and will include up to eight satellite ice bars. All satellite bars will be themed with various beverage distributors and specialty drinks. Enjoy the ambiance of the ice and lighting as you sit in the ice lounge, drink from real ice glasses, and enjoy the live music.
SocialICE will offer live music from 7-8:30 pm each night and a live DJ from 4:30-7pm & 8:30-9:00 pm. All entertainment will perform live in the skyway over the Peace Plaza with music streamed out onto the Plaza for the ice bar attendees to enjoy.
Are you cool enough for this "iced out" experience?

For full details on SocialICE visit: www.downtownrochestermn.com.

Tom Hunter

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:01:22 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 2012
Time: 9pm
Location: Ron's Place

Live blues/jazz music.

Club Salsa - Dance

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:01:20 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 2012
Time: 7:30 pm - 11 pm
Price: $8 adults, $6 students
Location: Blue Moon Ballroom

Club Salsa – Dance Friday, Feb 10 Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue, ChaCha. 7:30 pm Salsa lesson, Dance 8 pm – 11 pm.

Club Salsa - Dance

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:01:30 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 2012
Time: 7:30 pm - 11 pm
Price: $8 adults, $6 students
Location: Blue Moon Ballroom

Club Salsa – Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue, ChaCha 7:30 pm Salsa lesson, Dance 8 pm – 11 pm.

SocialICE: Live Ice Carving Event

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:59:51 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 1-4pm
Price: FREE
Location: Peace Plaza Downtown

Don’t miss out on this great family-friendly activity during the day Saturday, as part of the SocialICE activities held on the Peace Plaza. Maurie Pearson, one of the ice sculptors of the SocialICE event will be hosting live ice carving demonstrations. Pearson is a nationally acclaimed professional ice sculptor who owns Black River Ice Sculptures based out of La Crosse, WI. Come witness Pearson transform a basic block of ice into beautiful ice sculptures right before your eyes! Be sure to bring the kids in order to participate in an interactive activity involving small heart shaped ice sculptures—just in time for Valentine’s Day!

Chester’s, Pescara and the Doubletree Hotel will be available on site at their ice bar with hot chocolate, cider and other wonderful warm beverages to keep you warm during this fun event!

SocialICE: Live Ice Carving Event

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:01:11 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 1pm-4pm
Price: Free
Location: Peace Plaza Downtown

Chester’s, Pescara and the Doubletree Hotel will be available on site at their ice bar with hot chocolate, cider and other wonderful warm beverages to keep you warm during this fun event!

Wine Tasting at Post Town Winery

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 06:01:16 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, & Mar. 10, & Apr. 14, 2012
Time: 2 pm to 7 pm, last tasting starts at 6:30 pm
Price: $5 included cheese and crackers or chocolate, 7 tastings, and keepsake wine glass
Location: Plaza 14

Looking for an enjoyable Saturday afternoon event? Post Town Winery proudly opens it’s doors to visitors the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month. This boutique winery will charm you the moment you step through the door. You will be welcomed with a keepsake engraved wine glass for your tasting pleasure, followed by a relaxing tasting experience, with coffehouse style music, cheese and crackers and good conversation. During your visit, feel free to wander back to the tank room, the peaceful space where these SE MN grown grapes ferment, age and are bottled to bring you a truely MN GROWN, minimally processed wine.

Visiting Author - Douglas Wood

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:01:32 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Price: Free
Location: Rochester Public Library

How do authors find ideas, write and publish their stories? Meet famous Minnesota author, Douglas Wood, and discover how he writes the stories found in his popular books! Douglas Wood will speak about his writing process and share anecdotes and readings from his popular published works such as Old Turtle and Aunt Mary’s Rose. After the author’s presentation, participants will be invited to create or work on their own individual stories. This project was funded in part or in whole with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Wine Tasting at Post Town Winery

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:01:21 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, & Mar. 10, & Apr. 14, & May. 12, 2012
Time: 2 to 7 pm. Last tasting starts at 6:30 pm
Price: $5
Location: Plaza14 Building Suite Six

Looking for an enjoyable Saturay afternoon event? Post Town Winery proudly opens it’s doors to visitors the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month. This boutique winery will charm you the moment you step through the door. You will be welcomed with a keepsake engraved wine glass for your tasting pleasure, followed by a relaxing tasting experence with coffehouse style music, cheese and crackers and good conversation. During your visit, wander back to the tank room, the peaceful space where these SE MN grown grapes are fermented, aged and bottled to bring you a truely MN Grown minimally processed wine.

"A Country Side" Murder Mystery

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:01:50 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 6 pm & 8:30 pm
Price: $30 per person
Location: Plummer House of the Arts

It’s the early 1900’s and we are gathering in the country for a wonderful weekend of merriment, when suddenly a murder is discovered. Everyone is a suspect, so come join the fun! Enjoy wine sampling and delicious desserts, while you are collecting clues.

Caffeine Crush

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:01:23 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 7:30pm
Price: No cover
Location: Canadian Honker Restaurant

Playing acoustic easy listening music.

A Singing Valentine: Annual Benefit Dinner, Auction & Pops Concert

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 06:02:08 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 6:00 pm
Price: $75.00
Location: Rochester International Event Center

Join Choral Arts Ensemble and friends for one of the greatest date nights in Rochester! Fine dining, great wines, first-rate auction items, and love songs will sweep you off your feet!

British Export: A Beatles Tribute

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 06:01:47 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $21 & $18
Location: Mayo Civic Center

British Export features vintage suits and instruments reminiscent of the Beatles performances of the 60’s including a colorful Sgt. Pepper set, post-touring recording years set, and the Cavern Club-Hamburg set. All songs are performed duplicating the sound of the original recordings. Three-time winners of the Top Beatles Tribute Award at Beatlefest in both Chicago and New York. .

A Festival of Music Featuring Stewart Wayne Foster

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 06:01:20 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 12, 2012
Time: 4:00 PM
Price: Free will offering

A Festival of Music – First Presbyterian Church presents the third performance of its 21st season concert series. Featured will be Stewart Wayne Foster, Organist-in-Residence, First Congregational Church, Los Angeles, California. Mr. Foster has studied organ at Stetson University and Ecole Normale de Musique and earned a Master’s degree in Harpsichord/Early Music from the University of North Texas. His vast and eclectic repertoire has earned him many awards and guest appearances with many American symphonies. This concert will enchant with its masterful technical finesse, nuances, and astonishing musicianship. Public is welcome.

Rochester Reads Event

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:01:33 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 13, 2012
Time: 7 pm
Price: Free
Location: Rochester Public Library

Join us for the official kick off event for Rochester Reads 2012! Local community members – including Mayor Brede – will present the adult, junior and pictures books, followed by musical guests The New Pearl Buttons, who will be on hand to give us a sample of Civil War-era music.