The Entertainment Guide

11/06/2025

Happening Today:

- Ladies Night Out in downtown Faribault 3-9pm. Participating businesses will be offering exclusive deals and specials.

- Tween Thursday: Game On! at Northfield Public Library Minnesota 4-5pm. Drop in to play "Super Smash Bros" or "Mario Kart". For 6 to 11-year-olds. If you're under 8, your grownup must stay in the building.

- My Kind of Comics Club at Mercado Local MN 4-6pm. First Thursdays. For aspiring and emerging creators of comics, webtoons, zines, and the like.

- Record Listening Party at Verbena Vinyl 6pm.

- Conversaciones Contentas at The Contented Cow 6-7pm. Connect with fellow language learners on Thursdays to practice Spanish and English together in a relaxed, social setting. Whether you are a beginner or fluent, come meet new people, share stories and learn from each other's unique experiences. For more information, email Christine Whear at [email protected]. Instagram: conversacionescontentas.

- Jam! Open Mic at The Grand Event Center of Northfield 6pm. Free, open to the public. Kitchen open 5-8pm.

- Northfield Union of Youth Fundraiser at Reunion 6:30pm. NUY's annual fundraiser and celebration of youth empowerment. Enjoy delicious food and drinks, bid on unique silent auction items, play fun games and connect with a wonderful community of people who believe in the power of youth voices. Every dollar raised supports NUY's initiatives and programming, including The Key and Wallflower House, providing leadership opportunities, mental health and substance use support, housing and belonging for young people in Northfield. Register online at unionofyouth.kindful.com/e/an-evening-at-reunion-2025.

- Team Trivia at Tilion Brewing 7pm.

- Jazz Area Concert at Carleton College's Kracum Performance Hall 7pm.

- Journey, Foreigner, Kansas, Styx & Bon Jovi Tribute by Xpedition Band at Brianno's Chart House 7pm. Xpedition's band members have earned the reputation of being one of the top tribute acts touring the United States. Xpedition by definition: A journey or voyage undertaken by a group of people with a particular purpose, especially that of exploration. This voyage began as a cohesive Journey Tribute, (formerly known as SFO-A Tribute To Journey) with top notch musicians hailing from Nashville, Florida, and Minnesota, with years of touring experience. Tickets: $34.14-$39.32, available at www.briannoscharthouse.com.

- Northern Roots Session at The Contented Cow 7-9pm. Jam session open to all who love Scandinavian music.

- Phoenix Theatre Presents: Red Herring at Sheldon Theatre of Performing Arts 7:30pm. Three love stories, a murder mystery and a nuclear espionage plot converge in this noir comedy about marriage and other explosive devices. It's 1952: America's on the verge of the H-bomb, Dwight Eisenhower's on the campaign trail, and "I Love Lucy" is on Monday nights. Meanwhile, Senator Joe McCarthy's daughter just got engaged to a Soviet spy, and Boston detective Maggie Pelletier has to find out who dumped the dead guy in the Harbor - or else lose out on a honeymoon in Havana. A blunt-nosed, sharp-eyed look at love and tying (and untying, and retying) the knot. Tickets: $12-$18, available at www.sheldontheatre.org or by calling 651-388-8700.

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11/05/2025

Happening Today:

- Teen Event: Crafts at Library Oasis in the Community Action Center - Northfield 3:30-4:30pm. Teens - this fall, drop by after school for bi-weekly programs at the Library Oasis (located in the NCRC building at 1651 Jefferson Parkway, within walking distance of both Northfield High and Middle schools). The first Wednesday of the month will be a drop-in craft, and the third Wednesday will be board/card games. This week you'll make mini gardens in recycled mints containers.

- Record Listening Party at Verbena Vinyl 6pm.

- Pub Night: Grimm & Cruz at Lakeville Area Arts Center 6-9pm. A dynamic duo with the tenderness of Ella Fitzgerald and Joe Pass and the rhythmic excitement of Tuck and Patti, Jennifer Grimm and Joe Cruz have joined forces to bring their passionate talents together on one stage. Grimm is a charismatic and nationally acclaimed vocalist and songwriter with credits including performing at New York's Carnegie Hall and having her music featured on networks such as NBC, USA and SHOWTIME. Cruz is a passionate musician who has developed a vast array of styles. Tickets: $13, available at www.lakevilleareaartscenter.com or by calling 952-985-4640.

- Glass Half Full Book Club at Imminent Brewing 6:30pm. Northfield Public Library Minnesota's "Glass Half Full" Book Club meets on first Wednesdays at Imminent Brewing to have a low-stakes, casual chat about the monthly title and sip on a drink of choice. Check the library's page for more info about the current book, "By the Fire We Carry: The Generations-Long Fight for Justice on Native Land" by Rebecca Nagle.

- Bar Bingo at Flaherty's Northfield Lanes 6:30pm.

- Life Is a Song! at Hot Spot Music 7pm. Hosted by Hezekiah Ben Shirnai.

- Faculty Recital: Steve Groth, Baritone at St. Olaf College's Urness Recital Hall 7-8pm. Faculty voice recital.

- Trivia Mafia at Reunion 7-9:30pm.

- ZZ Top & Stevie Ray Vaughan Tribute by Joe Flip at Brianno's Chart House 7pm. Experience the electrifying power of Texas blues and southern rock. Billboard-charting, award-winning guitarist Joe Flip, considered for a Grammy nomination and nominated for "Tribute Act of the Year", brings his acclaimed Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan & ZZ Top to the stage. Joined by a powerhouse band and his distinctive hand-made oil can guitar, Flip delivers faithful and fiery renditions of iconic hits from these Texas legends. Prepare for an unforgettable journey through the rich musical landscape of Texas. Tickets: $28.97-$34.14, available at www.briannoscharthouse.com.

- Karaoke at The Grand Event Center of Northfield 9pm-1am.

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A dynamic duo with the tenderness of Ella Fitzgerald & Joe Pass and the rhythmic excitement of Tuck & Patti, Jennifer Grimm & Joe Cruz have joined forces to bring their passionate talents together on one stage. Grimm is a charismatic and nationally acclaimed vocalist and songwriter with credits incl...

11/04/2025

Happening Today:

- Free Coffee Concert Featuring Artu Duo at Hastings Arts Center 10:30am. Ruth Marshall (cellist) and Garret Ross (pianist) present a classical music program. Doors open at 10am for coffee and treats and to view the current art gallery exhibit.

- Teen Tuesday: Book Club & TAB Meeting at Northfield Public Library Minnesota 4-5:30pm. Drop in any Tuesday for a casual afternoon of teen activities. This week: chat about the book of the month: "The Druid's Call" by E.K. Johnston (limited copies available on the holds shelf at the library). They'll also pass out copies of the December book club book (tbd) and choose books to read for the upcoming school year. After book club will be the monthly Teen Advisory Board (TAB) meeting. If you'd like to help plan events, suggest YA titles for the library's collection and promote library awareness, joining TAB may be for you.

- BINGO! at the Northfield Eagles Club 6pm.

- Bingo at Brianno's Chart House 6:30pm. Every Tuesday. Reservations recommended.

- Tuesday Trivia at The Ole Store Restaurant 6:30pm. Reservations recommended.

- Accordions Anonymous at Hot Spot Music 7pm. Hosted by Leanne Hill. All musical styles are welcome.

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11/03/2025

Happening Today:

- Distilling & Milling History on "Trek Through Time" on KYMN Radio 9am. Tune in and voyage back to the Roaring Twenties with host Kosmo Esplan plus special guests to discover the past of distilling, milling and the impact of the infamous Volstead Act on the Land of Cows, Colleges and Contentment a century ago.

- Mini-Horses: Learn & Meet at Northfield Public Library Minnesota 1-2pm. How do miniature horses differ from standard horses? When and for what were they originally bred? Learn all about the biology and care of miniature horses and meet real miniature horses, right at the library. All ages welcome.

- Puzzle Competition at Buckham Memorial Library 5-7pm. Registration required. Up to 5 people per team. Ages 16-adult. Five team limit, two hour time limit. 500-piece puzzle. Register your team at the information desk or call 507-334-2089. The team with the fewest puzzle pieces left after the time limit wins.

- History Happy Hour at Northfield Historical Society 6-7pm. Jean Wakely - "Women of The Plains", a Story Quilt. Doors open 5:30pm. Free will donations are appreciated.

- Beasley's Big Band & Dancing at Brianno's Chart House 7pm. Beasley's Big Band joins Courtney Burton Music for Jazz Mondays - a special night of dinner and dancing. Free dance lesson 6-7pm. The band will play 7-9pm. No cover charge.

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11/02/2025

Happening Today:

- BINGO! at the Northfield Eagles Club 2pm.

- Bingo at Cannon Falls VFW & VFW Auxiliary Post 4452 2pm.

- The Fold Origami Club at Imminent Brewing 2-3pm. First Sunday of each month. Have a quick lesson on how to fold something new, or just fold your own styles in a growing community of Origami enthusiasts. All ares are welcome - grown-ups, please accompany your kiddos.

- Justin Burk at R Bar - Randolph, MN 2-5pm. Live music.

- Chinese Music Ensemble at Carleton College's Kracum Performance Hall 3pm.

- St. Olaf College Orchestra Tour Home Concert at Boe Chapel 3:30-5:30pm. Conducted by Chung Park. Livestream at stolaf.edu/multimedia/streams.

- Jazz Jam at Hot Spot Music 4pm.

- Kaethe Schwehn Book Launch for "The Gospel of Salome" at Imminent Brewing 4pm.

- Live Music with Sohmer and Dale -Acoustic at Cannon River Winery 4pm. Sohmer and Dale are a captivating acoustic duo whose harmonious blend of vocals and instrumental prowess create an unforgettable musical experience.

- Steely Dan Tribute: The Steeling Dan Band at Brianno's Chart House 7-9pm. Steeling Dan has been a fixture on the Minneapolis music scene since 2002. Specializing in the music of Steely Dan and Donald Fagen, renowned for their impossibly perfect production value, a complex and cynical songwriting style and a who's-who of A-list session musicians coloring their albums, the brainchild of Donald Fagen and Walter Becker has set a high standard in the oeuvre of modern music. Steeling Dan sets forth to pay tribute to this standard at each performance. Tickets: $34.14-$39.32, available at www.briannoscharthouse.com.

- St. Olaf College Cantorei Concert at Boe Chapel 7:30-9pm. Conducted by James E. Bobb. Livestream at stolaf.edu/multimedia/streams.

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10/31/2025

Happening Today:

- The Lord Chamberlain's Men Presents: Twelfth Night at Sheldon Theatre of Performing Arts 9:15am. The Lord Chamberlain's Men is the UK's premier all male theatre company - with direct links to the history of William Shakespeare - presenting Shakespeare's work as he first saw it; all male, with Elizabethan costume, music and dance. Their productions champion authenticity while breathing fresh, new life into this extraordinary play. Tickets: $32-$61, available at www.sheldontheatre.org or by calling 651-388-8700. *Special pricing for schools - please call 651-385-5115 for more information.

- Northfield Farmers Market at Riverside Park 11:45am-1pm. Large variety of fruits, veggies, herbs and flowers.

- Trick or Treat Trot in downtown Cannon Falls, 4th St/Mill St/Main St 3-5pm. Candy will be handed out by Cannon Falls Area Chamber of Commerce member businesses. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Participants will be asked to walk in the same direction to help with the flow of foot traffic. Sponsored by the Cannon Falls Area Chamber of Commerce.

- Halloween on Main Street in the City of Wanamingo 4:30-5:30pm. Trick or treat downtown. Free hot dogs, chips and water at GMI Insurance (200 Main St). Dress up in your costume and enjoy the fun in downtown Wanamingo.

- Jack Norton at Brianno's Chart House 6-9pm. Indie artist.

- BINGO! at the Northfield Eagles Club 7pm.

- Fari "BOO" Downtown Bar Crawl in downtown Faribault 7pm. Registration begins at 7pm - $12 per person. Between 7-11pm, participants must visit all four bars (Signature Bar & Grill, Our Place on Third, Boxers and the American Legion). Join hundreds of costumed crawlers this Halloween for the second annual Fari "BOO" Bar Crawl - a fundraiser for the Paradise Center for the Arts. Winners of the costume contest will be announced at 11:30pm in the Paradise auditorium. Prizes: first - $500, second - $250, third - $100. Must be 21 and older to participate in this ghoulishly fun-filled event.

- 1st Annual Northfield Metal-Fest at The Grand Event Center of Northfield 7pm. Metal-Fest is a night of live music featuring local and regional metal bands. Full lineup and details will be posted on www.thegrandnorthfield.com/events! Tickets available at the door.

- Fright at the Farm at 47385 Hwy 52 Blvd, Zumbrota 7-11pm. Rochester Horror presents Fright at the Farm, Southern Minnesota's largest haunted attraction and haunted cannabis maze. Every Friday and Saturday from 10-11pm is a blackout event, during which you will be given a single LED candle per group to navigate the trail. Tickets: $20 online or at the door. A portion of the proceeds benefits local nonprofits. More at www.rochesterhorror.com.

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10/30/2025

Happening Today:

- Halloween Special featuring the music of Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Grand Event Center of Northfield 6pm.

- Conversaciones Contentas as The Contented Cow 6-8pm. Connect with fellow language learners on Thursdays to practice Spanish and English together in a relaxed, social setting. Whether you are a beginner or fluent, come meet new people, share stories and learn from each other's unique experiences. For more information, email Christine Whear at [email protected]. Instagram: conversacionescontentas.

- Erica Bisbey at Brianno's Chart House 6-9pm. Bisbey plays pop tunes ranging from the '50s to today.

- Team Trivia at Tilion Brewing Company, LLC 7pm.

- All Hallows' Eve at Sheldon Theatre of Performing Arts 7pm. A Halloween-inspired variety show featuring jeremy messersmith and his band performing a slew of spooky hits. There will even be a costume contest with prizes! Tickets: $21-$39, available at www.sheldontheatre.org or by calling 651-388-8700.

- Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror - A Silent Movie at FiftyNorth Senior Center 7-9pm. Carol Donelan, professor of Cinema and Media Studies at Carleton College, will offer brief introductory remarks on the thematic and stylistic significance of the film in the context of 1920s German Expressionism. Theo Wee will provide piano music during the film. Pre-register by calling: 507-644-3700. Capacity: 30. Cost: $5. More at www.fiftynorth.org.

- Northern Roots Session at The Contented Cow 7-9pm. Jam session open to all who love Scandinavian music.

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10/29/2025

Happening Today:

- Spooky Stories at Cannon Falls Library 6pm. Gather around the fireplace to ring in the most haunting season of the year. Feast on Halloween treats while listening to bone-chilling tales, guaranteed to give you the creeps. Open to ages 13+. Contact [email protected] or go to cannonfalls.lib.mn.us for more information.

- Daniel Nathan Electracoustic at Brianno's Chart House 6-9pm. Daniel Nathan offers a unique experience performing solo with his acoustic guitar.

- Bar Bingo at Flaherty's Northfield Lanes 6:30pm.

- Trivia Mafia at Reunion 7-9:30pm.

- Karaoke at The Grand Event Center of Northfield 9pm-1am.

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Spooky Stories – Wednesday October 29th Posted on October 24, 2025October 16, 2025 by Angie Spooky Stories Wednesday October 29th 6-7 pm Gather around the fireplace at the Cannon Falls Library to ring in the most haunting season of the year. Feast on Halloween treats while listening to bone-chilli...

10/28/2025

Happening Today:

- Northfield Farmers Market at Riverside Park 11:45am-1pm. Large variety of fruits, veggies, herbs and flowers.

- BINGO! at the Northfield Eagles Club 6pm.

- Bingo at Brianno's Chart House 6:30pm. Every Tuesday. Reservations recommended.

- Tuesday Trivia at The Ole Store Restaurant 6:30pm. Reservations recommended.

- Ukulele Jam at Hot Spot Music 7:30pm.

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10/27/2025

Happening Today:

- Tyler Herwig Music at Brianno's Chart House 6-9pm. One voice and six strings in the back of his truck is all it took to launch Tyler Herwig into one of the Midwest's favorite acoustic artists. Herwig's love for music drives his songwriting and covers of all genres. He seamlessly combines high-energy performances with deep, emotional interpretation that captivates every audience.

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10/26/2025

Happening Today:

- Wine & Wood at The Gardens of Castle Rock 11am-3pm. Enjoy Wayward Hills Vineyard & Winery wine, munch on personalized charcuterie boards, shop ready-to-use wood slabs and handcrafted charcuterie boards all within the beauty of the Gardens of Castle Rock. Charcuterie board styling workshops will take place at 1pm. More info and registration available at www.eventbrite.com/e/charcuterie-board-styling-at-the-gardens-of-castle-rock-registration-1660964452389.

- BINGO! at the Northfield Eagles Club 2pm.

- Bingo at Cannon Falls VFW & VFW Auxiliary Post 4452 2pm.

- Paradise Community Theatre Presents: The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland at Paradise Center for the Arts 2pm. Tickets: $19.50 members, $21.50 non-members, $15.50 students, available at www.paradisecenterforthearts.org or by calling 507-332-7372.

- Twin Cities Homeschoolers for the Arts Presents: Tuck Everlasting the Musical at Lakeville Area Arts Center 2pm. Tickets: $18, available at www.lakevilleareaartscenter.com or by calling 952-985-4640.

- Make a Joyful Noise with ArtMakers at Imminent Brewing 5:30-7pm. Last Sundays of the month, Imminent welcomes ArtMakers for a joyful, Gospel-inspired singalong. Whether you're clapping, singing along, or just soaking it all in, you're a part of it. Come out and raise a glass to inclusion, creativity and the art of being together.

- Lochtune at Brianno's Chart House 6-9pm. Lochtune is a Celtic, Americana and maritime folk band which plays songs from 200 to 20 years ago. They are based in Lakeville, MN, so they call themselves Lochtune, which means "lake town".

- Special Performance: NPR's Kevin Kling with CTC's Victor Zupanc at the Northfield Arts Guild Theater 7pm. Tickets: $25, available at the Guild shop, www.northfieldartsguild.org or by calling 507-645-8877.

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Paradise Community Theatre Presents: The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland By Tammy Barton & Gayann Truelove Directed by Kathy Rush October 17, 18 & 24 at 7:30 PM October 19, 25 & 26 at 2:00 PM A whimsical romp down the rabbit hole! Join Alice as she discovers a magical land full of zany characters...