Rochester Convention and Visitors Bureau - All 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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Special SocialICE Hotel Packages at the Kahler Grand Hotel

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:12:14 GMT

Date(s): Jan. 16-Feb. 11, 2012
Location: Kahler Grand Hotel

Location: Kahler Grand Hotel—20 2nd Avenue Southwest Rochester, MN 55902 (Adjacent to the Peace Plaza)

This SocialICE Package includes a room, parking and 2 ICE glasses with 1 free drink!

*$99.00 Standard

*$109.00 Deluxe

*$119.00 Executive

Prices are valid Feb. 9th-11th during the SocialICE event

Call 1-800-533-1655 to make a hotel room reservation today! Don’t forget to ask for the special SocialICE package rate.

Food for Thought

Date(s): Feb. 1-29, 2012
Time: Regular Bookstore hours
Price: none
Location: Friends of the Library Bookstore

The Friends' Bookstore at the Rochester Public Library will be collecting food for Channel One during the month of February. During "Food For Thought" month, anyone donating a nonperishable food item will receive a 20% discount off their entire Bookstore purchase. Channel One is especially in need of protein items, such as peanut butter, tuna fish, and Mac 'n Cheese.

Winterfest Book Sale

Date(s): Feb. 2-3, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM on Feb 2; 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM on Feb. 3, 2012
Price: none
Location: Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Winterfest Book Sale
On February 2 and 3, 2012, the Friends of the Rochester Public Library will host a Winterfest Book Sale in the library's auditorium. The first day of the sale, books will be at low fixed prices; the second day is by donation. On Thursday, Feb. 2, the hours of the sale are 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM, and anyone bringing a non-perishable food item to donate to Channel One will receive a discount on their total purchase. On Friday, Feb. 3, the sale runs from 9:30 AM to 4:00 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.

Bob Miller Magician

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 06:01:35 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24, & Mar. 2, 9, 2012
Time: 6 pm - 8 pm
Price: Free admission
Location: Paradise Petes

Watch Bob perform table-side magic and make balloon animals..

Regular Bingo Fridays

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:01:24 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24, & Mar. 2, 9, 2012
Time: Early Bird at 6:50 pm, Regular Bingo at 7:15 pm
Price: Fee for Bingo
Location: Elks Lodge

Regular bingo on Fridays, Early Bird and Regular bingo.

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!

RCTC LIFE (Learning is Forever) A Priceless Gift - Your Story, Your Life

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:01:13 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012
Time: 10 - 12 noon
Price: Member $21, nonmember $36
Location: RCTC Heintz Bldg. , Room HA 102

LIFE is a community outreach non-credit program offered by Rochester Community and Technical College’s Department of Continuing Education. No one else knows the stories of your life like you do. Through writing or telling, you may preserve your story, passing your wisdom to your children, grandchildren and beyond. In this 2 week course, we will explore the written word, and verbal storytelling. At the end of the class we will have at least one memory to pass along. No past writing or speaking experience is required; a simple format will be followed that allows anyone to tell a story. Instructor: Helen Chen

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.

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.

Ifdakar

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:01:24 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 2012
Time: 9:30 pm - 2 am
Price: No cover
Location: Kathy's Pub

Ifdakar’s pursuit of musical growth makes each performance an experience not to be forgotten. This band channels elements of psychedelic rock, blues, and mind-bending space funk. Formed in the fall of ‘07 and hailing from Madison, Wisconsin, the band draws from such influences as Phish, Pink Floyd and STS9, leaving their tapestry vast and unbound.

Let's Scrap

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:01:08 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 4, 2012
Time: Fri 6 pm - Midnight, Sat 8 am - 4 pm
Price: $30
Location: Uturn Coffeehouse & Event Center

"Let’s Scrap" two day scrapbooking event at Uturn. Bring your supplies, equipment and set up for 14 hours of scraping fun! "Let’s Scrap" hours: Friday, Feb. 3rd: 6:00 – midnight Saturday, Feb. 4th 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Cost only $30.00! Cost includes two day rental fee Friday Dinner (Meal and Drink) Saturday Lunch (Meal and Drink) Purchase a Special NEVER ENDING COFFEE CUP" for event. Free down town Parking. TO REGISTER Call Uturn at 507-282-7773. Uturn is located next to Rochester Feed and Seed Store (Hwy 14 & 63 in Rochester).

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.

"Sweetheart's Month of February" - Diana Orbelo

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:01:21 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 2012
Time: 7 pm - 10 pm
Price: No cover
Location: Pappageorge Taverna at Michaels Restaurant

"Sweetheart’s Month of February" – Diana Orbelo

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.

Karaoke at the Viking Lounge

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:01:06 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 2012
Time: 9pm-Close
Location: Clarion Inn

Karaoke every Wed-Sat

Comedians Floyd Phillips & Allen Trieu

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:01:18 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 4, 2012
Time: 7:30pm & 10:00pm
Price: Purchase tickets
Location: Goonie's Comedy Club

Live stand up comedy with nationally touring comedians.

Gabrielle and the Apocalypse

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:01:18 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 2012
Time: 8pm
Location: Wicked Moose Bar & Grill

Live music

Friday Frolics on Snowshoes

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 06:01:19 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 2012
Time: 12:30 pm - 2 pm
Price: Free but vehicle park pass required
Location: Whitewater State Park

Join us each Friday afternoon throughout the month of February for outdoor exploration on snowshoes. We’ll visit the forest,streamside and meadow to look for signs of wildlife and to explore the winter world with our senses. Young and old are invited to join us. Bring your own snowshoes or use the park’s. To sign up, call 507-932-3007 ext 226 or email sara.grover@state.mn.us .

Johnny Rawls

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:01:19 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 2012
Time: 9pm
Location: Ron's Place

Live blues band

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)

Friends' WinterFest Book Sale

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:01:26 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 2012
Time: 9:30 am - 8 pm Thurs, 9:30 am - 4 pm Fri
Price: Donation for books purchased
Location: Rochester Public Library

Book sale benefiting Friends of the Rochester Public Library.

Fuel Rochester's Brainiac Trivia Night

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:01:27 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 2012
Time: 7 pm - 10 pm
Price: $10/person or $60/team of 8
Location: Rochester Art Center

Fuel Rochester’s Brainiac Trivia Night, benefits WinterFest.

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

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.

Rochester WinterFest X

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 06:01:22 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 2012
Time: Various
Location: Several locations

WinterFest takes place yearly during the first two weeks in February. WinterFest serves to promote wintertime activities for all ages while raising awareness and funds for area nonprofit organizations. There is a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities happening in the Rochester area so all can enjoy the Cabin Fever Days of February!

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)

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.

"Nothing But Class: The Songs of Dorothy Fields"

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 06:01:32 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Price: $18 in advance, $20 day of show.
Location: Crossings at Carnegie

Singer/songwriter Ann Reed diverges from her usual repertoire to pay tribute to Dorothy Fields, who wrote “I Can’t Give You Anything But Love,” “Big Spender,” and more classics. Reed and fellow musicians Denise Tabet, Dan Chouinard and Joan Griffith perform “Nothing But Class: The Songs of Dorothy Fields,” at Crossings.

Winter Farmers Market

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 06:01:32 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 18, 2012
Time: 9 am - Noon
Price: Free
Location: Graham Park

You’ll find a great variety of winter and greenhouse produce, and quality meats from locally raised animals at the Winter Market – including beef, pork, lamb, goat, chicken, turkey, elk, and bison – plus fresh baked goods, eggs, cheese, honey, maple syrup, preserves, pickles, relishes, sauces, noodles, flour, gourds, goat milk soap, dried floral arrangements and wreaths, wool crafts, elk antler capsules, and other wonderful specialty items produced by farms and kitchens located within a fifty-mile radius of Rochester, MN.

Saturday NCAA Football/Sunday NFL Ticket

Date(s): Feb. 4, 11, 2012
Time: 11:00 am to 11:00pm
Location: Dooley's Pub & Restaurant

Watch all of the games on 30 HD TV’s along with great food, drink and service. We have every game in College and Pro Football leading up to the Superbowl in February 2012.

10th Annual Frozen Goose Race

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:01:17 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: Registration at Noon, Race at 1 pm
Price: Minimum Pledge: $25 Individual, $40 Family
Location: Rochester Community & Technical College, East Park & County Fields

A WinterFest event, benefiting Mayo Clinic Childhood Cancer Research and Brighter Tomorrows. 10K Timed Run or 5K Fun Run or Walk. Men’s and Women’s age-bracket winners for 10K. Sponsored by the Optimist Club of Rochester.

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.

Free Family Day Snow Globes

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:01:18 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Price: Free
Location: Rochester Art Center

Free Family Days at the Art Center, make a snow globe, as part of Rochester WinterFest 2012. Donations accepted, benefiting the Rochester Art Center.

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.

Mile of Mac & Cheese

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:01:19 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 10 am - 4 pm
Price: Donation - Food or Cash
Location: HyVee Stores

Benefiting Channel One Food Bank & Food Shelf.

WinterFest at the History Center

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:01:19 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 9 am - 4 pm
Price: Free will donation
Location: History Center of Olmsted County

Sleigh Rides and Bonfire, benefiting Special Olympics Minnesota.

Warm-up to the Polar Bear Plunge

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:01:28 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 8 am - 7 pm
Price: Varies by event
Location: Whistle Binkies on the Lake

The Warm-up will feature great fundraising activities including ice fishing, turkey bowling on the lake, volleyball, silent auction and more.

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.

Lost Highway

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:01:20 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 8pm
Location: Wicked Moose Bar & Grill

Live country band

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.

"Sweetheart's Month of February" - Charron McLeod

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:01:23 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 7 pm - 10 pm
Price: No cover
Location: Pappageorge Taverna at Michaels Restaurant

"Sweetheart’s Month of February" – Charron McLeod

Hooray for Saturday! Children's Event

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:01:23 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 10:30 am
Price: Free
Location: Rochester Public Library

Family Film Program: One Zillion Valentines: Two enterprising friends prove that Valentine’s Day is for everyone by making, giving away, and selling one zillion special valentines! Boxes for Katje: A young Dutch girl receives an unexpected package from America filled with much needed supplies. This happy surprise sets off a wonderful chain of events for all the people in her village. This film is based on the heartwarming picture book by Candace Fleming.

Hope It Don't Snow Scale Model Show

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:01:09 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 9 am - 4 pm
Price: Free
Location: Ramada Hotel & Conference Center

Open to scale modelers of all ages interested in aircraft, automobiles, armor, ships, figures and spacecraft. Nominal fee for displaying entries. Awards at the end of the show.

Circle of Heat

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:01:24 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 9:30 pm - 2 am
Price: No cover
Location: Kathy's Pub

Funk / Fusion / Jam Band.

Family Film Program: One Zillion Valentines and Boxes for Katje

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:01:28 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 10:30 am
Price: Free
Location: Rochester Public Library

One Zillion Valentines: Two enterprising friends prove that Valentine’s Day is for everyone by making, giving away, and selling one zillion special valentines!

Boxes for Katje: A young Dutch girl receives an unexpected package from America filled with much needed supplies. This happy surprise sets off a wonderful chain of events for all the people in her village. This film is based on the heartwarming picture book by Candace Fleming.

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.

Moonlight Snowshoeing/Hiking

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 06:01:35 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 7pm - 9pm
Price: No cost, but park entry permit required.
Location: Chester Woods Park

Grab your snowshoes or boots and join us for a quiet and relaxing stroll under the moon! Afterward, warm up by the fire with a hot beverage. Hike will take place regardless of snow conditions. Meet by the boat launch at 7pm.

Wear Red Day at Apache Mall

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:01:34 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 4, 2012
Time: 11 am
Price: Free
Location: Apache Mall

Do you know that heart disease is the #1 killer of women? Come learn more about the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign to fight heart disease. Wear red to show your support and join us at this fun public event with fitness demonstrations, healthy cooking demonstrations and a heart survivor fashion show. Stop by our many vendor tables for FREE heart health screenings from Olmsted Medical Center and learn more about how you can take steps to protect your heart.

Super Bowl Party

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:01:10 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 5, 2012
Time: 5 pm
Price: No cover
Location: Uturn Coffeehouse & Event Center

Join us as we pull out all the stops and have a super – super bowl party to wrap the NFL season. Great food, two large screens. prizes and tons of hard hits and fun. Featuring: CiCi Pizza & Subs….. combo plate only $6.00 ’ ** pizza, sub, pop, chips. Mark your calendar NOW and plan on being a part of Rochester’s Super – Super Bowl Party! New England Patriots vs NY Giants Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Kick off around 5:40 p.m.

Townsend Flea Market

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 06:01:25 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 5, 2012
Time: 10 am - 4 pm
Price: $2
Location: Mayo Civic Center

Townsend Flea Market.

The Rosemary and Meredith Willson Harmony for Mayo Program

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 06:01:14 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 6, 2012
Time: 12:10 pm - 1 pm
Price: Free
Location: Mayo Clinic

Choral Arts Ensemble, choral.

Moonlight Snowshoe

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 06:01:19 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 6, 2012
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Price: Free but vehicle park pass required
Location: Whitewater State Park

Explore the quiet beauty of a winter night in the Whitewater River Valley. Under a nearly full moon, snowshoeing is a special treat! Short readings from Thoreau, Frost, and Leopold will be read during this easy, ½ mile snowshoe walk. Snowshoes are provided. Hot drinks and cookies will follow the outing. In the event that there is little snow, we will take a moonlight hike. Registration required. Call 507-932-3007 extension 226 or email sara.grover@state.mn.us .

Bar Bingo at the Elks Lodge

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:01:22 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, & Mar. 5, 12, 2012
Time: 6:30 pm
Price: Fee for Bingo
Location: Elks Lodge

Bar Bingo Monday starts at 6:30 pm.

Bob Miller Magician

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 06:01:29 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, & Mar. 5, 12, 2012
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Price: Free admission
Location: Godfather's Pizza

Watch Bob perform table-side magic and make balloon animals..

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.

RCTC LIFE (Learning is ForEver) Lessons from Historiography

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:01:18 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 7, 14, 21, 2012
Time: 1 pm - 2:30 pm
Price: Member $36, nonmember $54
Location: RCTC Heintz Bldg. , Room HA 102

How a people remember their history is not necessarily the same as what actually happened. Historiography, in this case, refers to how knowledge of the past is gathered, transmitted, and how biases can influence that transmission. Over the course of three sessions, Barry, using examples from American and World History, will discuss how the omission of events and details shapes our perceptions of our past and why, as well as how these perceptions can mold the identity of a nation and a people. Barry will also discuss how the same historical event can have multiple interpretations and how historical perceptions can change over time. Instructor: Barry McKnight, RCTC History Professor

Bedtime Stories

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:01:24 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28, 2012
Time: 6:30 pm
Price: Free
Location: Rochester Public Library

Stories, puppets and films to give you sweet dreams.

Dooley's Pub Bar Bingo

Date(s): Feb. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 2012
Time: Tuesday & Wednesday nights at 8:00pm
Location: Dooley's Pub & Restaurant

Dooley’s will have Bar Bingo every Tuesday & Wednesday Night from 8:00pm to close. Great prizes with lots of fun. We also have our late night happy hour so you can enjoy some tasty beverages!

Search for the Northern Star

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 06:01:23 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 8, 15, 22, 29, & Mar. 7, 14, 2012
Time: 6:00 pm to Midnight
Price: Free
Location: Barlow Event Center

Search for the Northern Star is a new talent competition created to identify & reward the Rochester Area’s greatest musical talent. Winners in three categories will receive massive exposure, and offer to play for pay, and a recording contract. This event will be taking place every Wednesday from Nov-May. Doors open at 6pm with a sit down dinner by Johnny Mango and the contest starts at 8pm. Tapas menu served after 8pm, full bar.

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.

Parent-Child 3-5 year old Story Time

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:01:29 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2012
Time: 11 am
Price: Free
Location: Rochester Public Library

Stories, rhymes, and puppets for children 3 to 5 years of age and their parents or care providers. Adults are asked to remain with their children during story time.

Parent-Child 3 to 5 Year-Old Story Time

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:01:25 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2012
Time: 11 am - 11:30 am
Price: Free
Location: Rochester Public Library

Stories, rhymes, and puppets for children 3 to 5 years of age and their parents or care providers. Adults are asked to remain with their children during story time.

Coffee at the Princess Cafe

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:01:29 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 8, 2012
Time: 9 am
Price: $2.00 or Free with Membership
Location: History Center of Olmsted County

Lois Gardener will present the program "100 Years of Girl Scouting".

RCTC LIFE (Learning is Forever) The Orkney Islands

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:01:18 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 8, 2012
Time: 1 pm - 2:30 pm
Price: Member $9, nonmember $13
Location: RCTC Heintz Bldg. , Room HA 102

The Orkney Islands, located north of Scotland, have an amazingly long history. There are artifacts from the Stone Age to Modern Times. These include two ancient stone circles, Viking Age sites, and the World War II Churchill Barriers. Bill and Linda Bakken will describe their trip up the Scottish Coast to reach the Orkneys and the sites they visited while there. One of these was a visit to the puffins on the Island of Westray.

Karaoke

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 06:01:28 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 8, 15, 22, 29, & Mar. 7, 14, 2012
Time: 6:30-10:30 PM
Price: Free
Location: American Legion Post 92

Our karaoke groups change every week. Locally have GL Karaoke and Kickback Karaoke.

Chili Cook Off

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:01:49 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 8, 2012
Time: 11 am - 1:30 pm
Price: $15 to taste / $50 to compete
Location: Goonie's Comedy Club

Sponsor: Roscoes Root Beer and Ribs, benefits Alzheimers Association. Come in over lunch to taste the chili and vote for the best in various catagories.

Bob Miller Magician

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 06:01:35 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 8, 15, 22, 29, & Mar. 7, 14, 2012
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Price: Free admission
Location: O'Neill's Pizza

Watch Bob perform table-side magic and make balloon animals..

RCTC LIFE (Learning is Forever) Conquests of America

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:01:18 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 9, 16, 23, 2012
Time: 9:30 am - 11 am
Price: Member $27, nonmember $40
Location: RCTC Heintz Bldg. , Room HA 104

Beginning with Columbus and continuing through Cortes, Pizarro, and others, Europeans were able to dominate a large part of the Western hemisphere as well as a number of diverse peoples. Historically, the ease with which this was achieved influenced European and American perceptions of Native Americans for centuries to come and led to many erroneous racial and cultural perceptions and biases. This course examines how this was actually achieved, what technological and biological factors made this possible, and the real impact these conquests had on all peoples involved. Instructor: Barry McKnight, RCTC History Professor

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.

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.

Stories for Toddlers and Twos

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:01:29 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 9, 16, 23, 2012
Time: 10 am
Price: Free
Location: Rochester Public Library

Stories, puppets, and films for children 18-36 months of age and their parents or care providers.

Texas Hold Em

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 06:01:18 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 9, 16, 23, & Mar. 1, 8, 15, 2012
Time: 7 PM
Price: Free
Location: American Legion Post 92

Play cards! Grab a burger and fries from the kitchen before. Kitchen open 4-8 PM.

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.

Special Olympics Minnesota Polar Bear Plunge & Super Plunge - Rochester

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 06:01:09 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 11, 2012
Time: Super Plungers begin on Friday, Feb. 10, at 3 p.m. Normal Plungers begin on Sat. at 1:30 p.m.
Price: $75 in fundraising for normal Plungers, $3,000 in fundraising for Super Plungers, free and open to viewing public
Location: Foster Arend Park

The Polar Bear Plunge — presented by Minnesota law enforcement as part of their year-round Law Enforcement Torch Run® events — is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support Special Olympics Minnesota athletes by jumping into frigid Minnesota waters. It consists of several different events that take place across Minnesota during the coldest months of the year. From January through March, our Plunge crew will be traveling around the state to different communities with one goal in mind: raise funds for Special Olympics Minnesota! ALSO: We encourage Super Plungers! Super Plungers must raise a minimum of $3,000 to become a member of this elite group. Super Plungers plunge 24 times in 24 hours, have lots of fun, and end up with one crazy story to tell! They are required to have one handler throughout the evening, to help with changing, dressing and individual needs. Dressing facilities, sauana, hot tubs, food and beverages are provided for both the Plunger and the handler throughout the event. Pictures will be taken prior to every Plunge to verify the 24 Plunges.

Rochester Area Builders Home Show

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 06:01:48 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 11, 12, 2012
Time: Friday 3pm-8pm; Saturday 9am-6pm; Sunday 11am-4pm
Price: $5 adults, $1 children
Location: Mayo Civic Center

33rd Annual Show

Johnny Holm Band

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:01:22 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 2012
Time: 9pm
Location: Wicked Moose Bar & Grill

Live cover band.

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.

Bill & Tom Show

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:01:21 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 2012
Time: 7:30pm
Price: No Cover
Location: Canadian Honker Restaurant

Two fun guys playing music hits from the 70’s.

Comedians Tony Boswell & Michael Callahan

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:01:22 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 11, 2012
Time: 7:30pm & 10:00pm
Price: Purchase tickets
Location: Goonie's Comedy Club

Live stand up comedy with nationally touring comedians.

Friday Frolics on Snowshoes

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 06:01:20 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 2012
Time: 12:30 pm - 2 pm
Price: Free but vehicle park pass required
Location: Whitewater State Park

"Sweetheart's Month of February" - Sena Ehrhardt

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:01:25 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 2012
Time: 7 pm - 10 pm
Price: No cover
Location: Pappageorge Taverna at Michaels Restaurant

"Sweetheart’s Month of February" – Sena Ehrhardt

33rd Annual Rochester Area Builders Home Show

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:01:26 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 11, 12, 2012
Time: Fri 3 pm - 8 pm, Sat 9 am - 6 pm, Sun 11 am - 4 pm
Price: $5 Adult, $1 ages 7-16, Children 6 & under Free
Location: Mayo Civic Center

If you can dream it you can find it at the 33rd Annual Rochester Area Builders Home Show! Hundreds of exhibitors will be at the Home Show to help you create your dreams whether you are building or remodeling. There will be many seminars each day to learn about the projects you might be considering! Saturday at the Home Show join us for “Family Fun Day” and Sunday enjoy an “ice cream social” plus see unique playhouses on display all weekend at the Home Show.

Once Upon a Playhouse

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:01:30 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 11, 12, 2012
Time: 9 am - 6 pm
Location: Rochester Civic Theatre

The Rochester Area Builders and Family Service Rochester are partnering again at the 2012 Builders Home Show. The 5th Annual Once Upon a Playhouse event will be present four all new and unique playhouses. The Home Show is February 10-12, 2012 at the Mayo Civic Center. You won’t want to miss your chance to play in these amazing playhouses and maybe even win one! All the playhouses will be raffled. Raffle tickets are just $10 (or 3 for $25) and can be purchased in advance at Family Service Rochester or at the Builders Home Show.

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.

RCTC LIFE (Learning is Forever) Rheumatoid Arthritis - More than joint disease, a systemic illness

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:01:19 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 2012
Time: 10 am - 12 Noon
Price: Member $12, nonmember $18
Location: University of Minnesota-Rochester

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease which typically causes severe joint damage. Less well know is that the inflammation of RA may extend beyond the joints, causing damage to organs including the skin, eyes, lungs, heart, blood and blood vessels. The systemic inflammatory process is a major predictor of premature death in patients with RA, particularly from cardiovascular disease. We explore these disease features and their causes and management in this seminar. Instructor: Eric L. Matteson, M.D., M.P.H.

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.

Valentine's Ski & Snowshoe

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 06:01:25 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 10, 2012
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
Price: $18/adult, $15/Quarry Hill Members
Location: Quarry Hill Nature Center

What could be more romantic: candlelight, champagne, chocolate, a roaring fire, live music, and skiing! A unique recipe for Valentine’s fun is in store at Quarry Hill Nature Center. Bring your sweetheart or come with friends for an enjoyable evening skiing or snowshoeing along a candlelit trail. Then warm up by the crackling fire where champagne will be served. Chocolate truffles will add a sweet finish to the night. Ski & Snowshoe equipment is provided by Quarry Hill. Live music provided by the Nodding Wild Onions.

Valentine's Ski & Snowshoe

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 06:01:27 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
Price: $18/adult, $15/Quarry Hill Members
Location: Quarry Hill Nature Center

What could be more romantic: candlelight, champagne, chocolate, a roaring fire, live music, and skiing! A unique recipe for Valentine’s fun is in store at Quarry Hill Nature Center. Bring your sweetheart or come with friends for an enjoyable evening skiing or snowshoeing along a candlelit trail. Then warm up by the crackling fire where champagne will be served. Chocolate truffles will add a sweet finish to the night. Equipment is provided by Quarry Hill. Live Music is provided by the Nodding Wild Onions.

SnoBall Softball Tournament

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:01:52 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 12, 2012
Time: All Day
Price: $100 per team
Location: Eagles Club

Winter softball event, two days, various locations. Headquarters at Eagles Club. Benefiting Eagles Cancer Telethon.

Youth Ice Fishing Contest

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:01:52 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 9 am - 1 pm
Price: $8
Location: Foster Arend Park

Contest open to youth age 15 and under, prizes for biggest three fish in three age groups. Benefiting EN/our-work/sight-programs/index.php">Rochester ‘76 Lions Club - Sight Projects.

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.

Craft Show & Savory Soup Luncheon

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:01:51 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 9 am - 12:30 pm-Craft Show and 10:30 am - 1 pm-Savory Soup Luncheon
Price: 9 am - 1 pm
Location: Madonna Towers

Craft Show and Savory Soup Luncheon at Madonna Towers. Benefits Madonna Living Community Foundation.

Families Friends & Flapjacks

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:01:51 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 9 am - 12 noon
Price: $5 advance (tickets at both CLDN Centers), $6 at door, children under 2 free
Location: Ramada Hotel & Conference Center

Bring the family for a pancake breakfast. Benefiting Civic League Day Nursery Tuition Assistance Program.

Polar Cubs Outdoor Day Camp

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:01:51 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Price: Youth under 7 years of age = $5, youth 7-17 years of age = $20, adults 18+ = $10
Location: Gamehaven Scout Reservation

Family ice fishing, bowling, golf, curling, sleigh rides, sledding, s’mores, snow shoeing, etc… Benefiting Gamehaven Council, Boy Scouts of America.

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.

Bingo

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 06:01:29 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, & Mar. 10, & Apr. 14, & May. 12, & Jun. 9, & Jul. 14, 2012
Time: 1 PM
Price: $1.00 for Bingo sheet
Location: American Legion Post 92

Bring your ink stamp and play for prizes. Grab something from the kitchen before you play. Check out the menu.

4th Annual Hambone Music Fest Winter Fundraiser

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:01:31 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: Music starts at 5pm
Price: $10 admission
Location: Ron's Place

Beat those winter blues! Warm up with some hot music at the 4th annual Hambone Music Fest Winter Fundraiser. Featuring: Med City Blues All Stars, Mark Cameron Band, Boom Boom Steve V & John Franken, Lisa Wenger Band, Ya See Three.

Valentine's Day Crafts

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:01:33 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
Price: Free will donation
Location: History Center of Olmsted County

Participants will make a pop up Valentine. There will also be a display of Valentine’s Day cards from the History Center’s collection on display. The craft project will be available from 10 am to 3 pm. Free will donations will be accepted to support the educational programs of the History Center.

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

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!

Not Quite Dead

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:01:26 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 9:30 pm - 2 am
Price: No cover
Location: Kathy's Pub

The Improvisational Rock of the Grateful Dead.

Queen of Hearts 2nd Saturday Book Sale

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 10 AM to 1 PM
Price: none
Location: Friends of the Library Bookstore

Queen of Hearts 2nd Saturday Book Sale.
Join the Friends' Bookstore as we celebrate Paige Turner's birthday on Saturday, February 11 from 10 AM to 1 PM in the library foyer. You will find bargains galore, including a sale on all hard-cover fiction (buy one, get one free). Spend $25 and get a free Bookstore tote. The Bookstore carries a wide variety of high quality, affordable used books; all of the books are donated, all of the workers are volunteers, and all of the proceeds benefit the Rochester Public Library.

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

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!

"Sweetheart's Month of February" - Jenny Green

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:01:26 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 7 pm - 10 pm
Price: No cover
Location: Pappageorge Taverna at Michaels Restaurant

"Sweetheart’s Month of February" – Jenny Green

Visiting Author - Douglas Wood

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:01:32 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 10:30 am
Price: Free
Location: Rochester Public Library

Have you ever wanted to meet a real author? 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 also share stories from his best loved picture book writings including Old Turtle and Aunt Mary’s Rose. This project was funded in part or in whole with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

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.

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.

Rochester Ice Hawks Hockey

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 06:01:24 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 7:05 pm
Location: Rochester Recreation Center

Rochester Ice Hawks vs Edina Lakersj

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. .

The Tex Pistols in concert

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 06:01:32 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 11, 2012
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Price: $16 in advance; $18 day of show
Location: Crossings at Carnegie

The rock/Americana/country band TheTex Pistols will perform its fresh sounding tunes that still remain true to its roots and adding a dash of humor for good measure.

Rochester Ice Hawks Hockey

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 06:01:25 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 12, 2012
Time: 5:35 pm
Location: Rochester Recreation Center

Rocheste Ice Hawks vs Maple Grove Energy

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.

Winter Owl Prowl

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 06:01:20 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 12, 2012
Time: 6 pm - 8 pm
Price: Free but vehicle park pass required
Location: Whitewater State Park

Bring the whole family to experience the Whitewater Valley on a winter night. After an indoor presentation, we’ll snowshoe outdoors and call to the owls. Bring your own snowshoes or use the park’s. In the event that there is not enough snow, we will hike out to the owls. Reservations required. For more information or to sign up, call or email.

Minnesota Whitecaps Women's Pro Hockey vs Manitoba Maple Leafs

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:01:34 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 12, 2012
Time: Girls Hockey Clinic at 10:30 am, Game at 12:30 pm
Price: Adults $5, 18 & under $3
Location: Graham Park

Minnesota Whitecaps, the only US Women’s Pro Hockey Team in Minnesota, play the Manitoba Maple Leafs in Rochester. A Whitecaps Girls Hockey Clinic is offered prior to the game, from 10:30 am – 11:30 am. The clinic is free with the purchase of a Whitecaps game ticket. All clinic participants must register. Between periods there will be a girls youth hockey mini-games. The 8U girls will play in a cross-ice mini game after the 1st period, and following the 2nd period a full-ice mini game will be offered for 10U-12U girls. If interested in participating in these mini-games please contact Tressa Smallbrock.

Breakfast with the Birds

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:01:52 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 12, 2012
Time: 9 am - 10:30 am
Price: $5 per person - Pre-Registration required
Location: Quarry Hill Nature Center

Winter Bird Program featuring bird trapping, banding and release. Come enjoy a continental breakfast and learn about winter birds and Quarry Hill Nature Center’s participation in the Federal Bird Banding program. All ages are welcome. Benefiting Quarry Hill Nature Center.

Dog Sledding

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:01:53 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 12, 2012
Time: 11 am - 4 pm
Price: $5.00/person, $20/family max
Location: Quarry Hill Nature Center

Gee, Haw and Mush are the commands you will hear as you glide over the snow behind a team of sled dogs. This mini-experience introduces you to an exciting wilderness sport and the athletes themselves – Seppala Siberian sled dogs. Meet & greet these beautiful animals and then embark on a short ride in the field adjacent to Quarry Hill . If there is no snow, demo only. Benefits Quarry Hill Nature Center.

Down Hill Derby

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:01:53 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 12, 2012
Time: 12 noon - 3 pm
Price: $10 per person
Location: Willow Creek Golf Course

Tobaggon races at Willow Creek Golf Course, benefits Rochester Better Chance.

Lace Up Against Breast Cancer

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:01:53 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 12, 2012
Time: 10 am
Price: $35 for the half marathon, $30 for the 5K or 2 mile walk.
Location: Mayo High School

Lace Up Against Breast Cancer is a non-profit organization that directs a half marathon, 5k race and 2 mile walk to provide proceeds to Mayo Clinic breast cancer research. Half Marathon, 10 am, 5K, 10:30 am and 2 mile walk, immediately following the 5k. Registration available day of the race at Mayo High School. The half marathon and 5K will be chip timed.

RCTC LIFE (Learning is Forever) CSI: Rochester

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:01:20 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 13, 2012
Time: 10 am - 12 Noon
Price: Member $12, nonmember $18
Location: RCTC Heintz Bldg. , Room HA 134

Todd Shea, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the La Crosse National Weather Service, will present a description of why and how damage surveys are conducted around the region after hazardous severe weather strikes, including examples from storms in 2011. In addition, some details about the local operations in La Crosse will be included with an opportunity to ask questions.

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.

Scott Hosier World War II Roundtable

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 06:01:29 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 13, 2012
Time: 7 pm
Price: $3 donation appreciated, students free
Location: Assembly of God Church

Escaping an Ambush in Korea, with Ken Thamert and Jerry Campbell. Program at 7 pm, 40s music at 6:30 pm. A different program will be presented each month on the 2nd Monday evening of each month, September through June, starting at 7 PM.

The Rosemary and Meredith Willson Harmony for Mayo Program

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 06:01:15 GMT

Date(s): Feb. 13, 2012
Time: 12:10 pm - 1 pm
Price: Free
Location: Mayo Clinic

Peter Ostroushko & Beppe Gambetta, instrumental folk.