The marine art of internationally-renown painters John Stobart, Roy Cross, Dusan Kadlec, and Marten Platje from the Burrichter/Kierlin Marine Art Collection.
Jan. 12 - Mar. 20
River Livin': Artists Favorite from the Leo Smith Folk Art Collection
The Shell Game tells the story of 100 years of clam fishing in the Mississippi beginning when John Boeple, a German immigrant, convincec skeptics that freshwater mussels were ideal for making buttons.
Jane Martin's Talking With… is a collection of eleven women's monologues. In each monologue, a different character teaches a lesson that they once learned from their past experiences. The characters range from a snake handler to a baton twirler and everything in between.
The Beastie Ball is a celebration to recognize community support for the activities of Winoan Area Humane Society. Live Music by Union Station. Tickets are $25.00 and are available at Winona Area Humane Society, Signatures Restaurant and Merchants Bank. Call 507-452-1023 for more information.
Described as an all-star ensemble of traditional Irish musicians their virtuosity on multiple instruments combined
with their approach to presenting historical or cultural background for each of their selections makes for a musical
and cultural journey through Celtic history.
Mar. 11
“The Mississippi River's Pearly Past and Present” with Dave Adcock
Dave Adcock talk will provide an in depth look at the rise and fall of the pearl button industry, and its impact on the development of river towns along the Upper Mississippi. As the pearl button industry declined due to the introduction of modern plastic buttons, a new use for the fresh water mussels of the Upper Mississippi was discovered in the cultured pearl market. We will explore the methods for harvesting fresh water mussels, both past and present, and discuss the impact that this harvest has on the overall health of the mussel population and this portion of the Upper Mississippi River.
Using wax, special dyes and tools participants will learn this long honored art. All materials for the class will be provided. Cost for this class is $8 for the public and $6 for WCHS members. Please sign up in advance by calling
507-454-2723 ext. 0. Space is limited.
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WSU's music department will present "An Evening at the Opera" by the Winona Oratorio Chorus and Orchestra conducted by Harry Mechell. The concert will feature professional soloists and guest choirs from WSU and Saint Mary's University.
Mar. 20
Soar with the Eagles
8:30 to 10:30am National Eagle Center
Celebrate the return of the bald eagle! March is “Soar with the Eagles”
month at the National Eagle Center in Wabasha. A wide variety of activities is scheduled throughout the month. On Saturday, March 20, Whitewater State Park Naturalist Dave Palmquist will lead eagle field trips, to visit many eagle hot spots. Dozens, if not hundreds, of eagles will be seen; there will be a 20 minutes orientation at the National Eagle Center and then a 15 vehicle caravan will ride along Hwy. 61. Cost is $8 for adult, $6 for seniors and $5 for kids. This program will run from 8:30am-10:30am. Meet at the National Eagle Center in Wabasha, MN. Call (651) 565-4989 for exact times, additional information and reservations.
Garvin Heights Vineyards of Winona, MN will host festivities on Sunday
afternoon March 21th, 2010 to remember in song and verse the bravery of St. Urho in saving the grapes
of Finland. Officially the Saint’s day is March 16th but we have moved the festive to the weekend so more Finlanders and Finlander-want-a-bee’s can
attend.Music will be provided by “Toivo’s Finn Band”. At 3:00 pm Elmer Mattila will lead the assembled group in responsive readings and songs with a program entitled “The Story of St. Urho Savumäki
The winery will be open from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. Please wear clothing with the
saint’s colors Royal Purple and Nile Green. Finnish snacks will be provided.
There will be no charge for this special event at the winery.
Mar. 21
Great River Shakespeare Festival Season 7 Preview Event
Fifty artworks from the Woodson Art Museum's permanent collection. Though these works are alike in that each features birds and water, they differ in the 50 different ways the artists have interpreted these two infinitely variable subjects.
Young survivor of the Titanic, Laura Buzzell, gives a first person account of surviving the Titanic sinking though handwritten diary entries. On disply will be her riveting narrative of losing her gather, art and other historical items associated with Titanic.
Rooted in the tradition of bluegrass, the music of Head for the Hills is a vibrant mixture of homegrown compositions, traditional harmonies, and an innovative approach to improvisation.Doors open at 7:00 p.m. with an 8:00 p.m. start time. Please purchase tickets online or feel free to call with any questions. All tickets are will call. Please bring a photo ID to pick up your tickets the day of the show. All ages show.
The marine art of internationally-renown painters John Stobart, Roy Cross, Dusan Kadlec, and Marten Platje from the Burrichter/Kierlin Marine Art Collection.
Jan. 19 - Apr. 11
The Shell Game: Clam Fishing and the Pearl Button Industry on the Upper Mississippi
The Shell Game tells the story of 100 years of clam fishing in the Mississippi beginning when John Boeple, a German immigrant, convincec skeptics that freshwater mussels were ideal for making buttons.
Fifty artworks from the Woodson Art Museum's permanent collection. Though these works are alike in that each features birds and water, they differ in the 50 different ways the artists have interpreted these two infinitely variable subjects.
Young survivor of the Titanic, Laura Buzzell, gives a first person account of surviving the Titanic sinking though handwritten diary entries. On disply will be her riveting narrative of losing her gather, art and other historical items associated with Titanic.
The Book Shelf
162 W. 2nd St.
507-474-1880
April 7 - 11
Wed - Sat 8 - 6 Sun 10-2
Winona Health Auxiliary
855 Mankato Ave.
507-454-3650
April 7-9
Wed-Thur 7-5 Fri 7-11
Friends of the Library Sale
251 Main St.
507-454-5212
April 8-10
Thur-Fri 9-5 Sat 8-12
WSU Bookstore
Kryzsko Commons Building on Huff St.
507-457-5319
April 9th
Friday 8-5
Book World
56 E. Third St.
507-452-1317
April 9
Friday 9-7
Paperbacks and Pieces
429 Mankato Ave.
507-452-5580
April 9-10
Fri-Sat 10-5
Apr. 12 - Jun. 12
Across the Polar Sea: The North Pole Expedition with Robert E. Peary
Thirty three photogoraphs from the original hand-tinted glass negatives made by photographer and adventurer Donald MacMillan on is first attempt to reach the North Pole with Robert Peary
The Ku Klux Klan claimed that 100,000 Minnesotans were Klan members in the 1920s. Although the Klan was a secret organization, evidence can still be found of their activities throughout the state. In a recent Minnesota History article, Elizabeth Dorsey Hatle and our speaker, Nancy Vaillancourt, documented the rise and decline of the Klan in the area. Nancy's presentation will give an overview of Klan tactics and activities in Minnesota, as well as specific information on events in Winona County. This program is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
Nancy is a native of Winona with branches of her family have lived in Winona County since the 1870s. She is a graduate of Brigham Young University. She has worked at the Owatonna Public Library for 16 years and is now the branch manager of the Blooming Prairie Branch Library. Nancy volunteers at the Steele County Historical Society and is currently on the board of directors.
She has written a centennial history of the Owatonna Public Library and co-authored the book Steele County: Crossroads of Southern Minnesota.
Apr. 16 - Apr. 18
Winona Ice Figure Skating Show: "Royalty at the Rink"
Saint Mary's University Ice Arena
The Winona Figure Skating Club’s 15th annual Ice Show: “Royalty at the Rink” will be performed on Friday, April 16 @ 7pm, Saturday, April 17 @ 7pm and Sunday, April 18th @ 1pm. All performances will take place at the Saint Mary’s Ice Arena on the Saint Mary’s Campus. Ticket prices are: $8.00 for ages 12 and older, $4.00 under 12 years old. Under 2 years old is free.
Apr. 17
Spring Flood Run
Call Harley Davidson at 454-4578 for more information
Residents and stores clean out their attics, garages & basements to create the Most Spectacular Garage Sale.
A trail of distinctive colored ribbons will identify participating garage sales from Alma on the southern end of the Wisconsin side of Lake Pepin, north along Hwy. 35 through Nelson, Pepin, Stockholm, and Maiden Rock to Bay City, WI. The trail then crosses west to Minnesota at Red Wing, MN and heads south on Hwy. 61 through Frontenac, Lake City, Camp LaCupolis, Reads Landing, Wabasha, Kellogg and Winona.
Bargain hunters can start anywhere along the route beginning at about 8AM with closing time set for about 5PM all three days. Rain or Shine! Mississippi Valley Partners sponsors the 100-Mile Garage Sale during the first weekend of May each year. Local residents and bargain hunters from distant cities enjoy church lunches and shopping amid the spring scenery of Lake Pepin and the Mississippi River Valley.
Follow the balloons & ribbons.
Fifty artworks from the Woodson Art Museum's permanent collection. Though these works are alike in that each features birds and water, they differ in the 50 different ways the artists have interpreted these two infinitely variable subjects.
Young survivor of the Titanic, Laura Buzzell, gives a first person account of surviving the Titanic sinking though handwritten diary entries. On disply will be her riveting narrative of losing her gather, art and other historical items associated with Titanic.
Apr. 12 - Jun. 12
Across the Polar Sea: The North Pole Expedition with Robert E. Peary
Thirty three photogoraphs from the original hand-tinted glass negatives made by photographer and adventurer Donald MacMillan on is first attempt to reach the North Pole with Robert Peary
Residents and stores clean out their attics, garages & basements to create the Most Spectacular Garage Sale.
A trail of distinctive colored ribbons will identify participating garage sales from Alma on the southern end of the Wisconsin side of Lake Pepin, north along Hwy. 35 through Nelson, Pepin, Stockholm, and Maiden Rock to Bay City, WI. The trail then crosses west to Minnesota at Red Wing, MN and heads south on Hwy. 61 through Frontenac, Lake City, Camp LaCupolis, Reads Landing, Wabasha, Kellogg and Winona.
Bargain hunters can start anywhere along the route beginning at about 8AM with closing time set for about 5PM all three days. Rain or Shine! Mississippi Valley Partners sponsors the 100-Mile Garage Sale during the first weekend of May each year. Local residents and bargain hunters from distant cities enjoy church lunches and shopping amid the spring scenery of Lake Pepin and the Mississippi River Valley.
Follow the balloons & ribbons.
Young survivor of the Titanic, Laura Buzzell, gives a first person account of surviving the Titanic sinking though handwritten diary entries. On disply will be her riveting narrative of losing her gather, art and other historical items associated with Titanic.
Apr. 12 - Jun. 12
Across the Polar Sea: The North Pole Expedition with Robert E. Peary
Thirty three photogoraphs from the original hand-tinted glass negatives made by photographer and adventurer Donald MacMillan on is first attempt to reach the North Pole with Robert Peary
Flag Raising and Veterans Honors Guards
Bob Bone North American Moccasin Tournament, Educational Encampment, Dakota History and Culture.Truth and Reconciliation Circle .Blended Spiritual Service Unity.
There are few places on this planet that are more perfectly suited to host a triathlon than Winona, Minnesota. With every stroke, pedal and stride, you’ll encounter incredible views and beautiful terrain. It will begin at dawn, as you set-up in transition in front of Lake Winona and look up to see Sugarloaf rising above the town below. Following the swim, you will begin your journey into the true calling card for this event, the Mississippi River Bluff Country.
Sixteen signed limited edtion of prints from Norman Rockwell's own collection of illustrations of Mark Twain's "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn".
This event takes place on Saturdays during the Great River Shakespeare Festival.1909 hand-painted scenery - a great narrator script by Lynn Nankivil and dramatic readings from the classics by the GRSF apprentice actors. A truly unique experience!
Jun. 26
Great River Shakespeare Festival: Othello
8pm Performing Arts Center, Winona State University
Cellist Yo-Yo Ma's multi-faceted career has included musical collaborations with some of the greatest artists of our time. With a discography of over 75 recordings featuring familiar works from the cello repertoire, as well as music from a range of cultures throughout the world, he is constantly searching for new ways to communicate with audiences. Join Yo-Yo Ma and pianist Kathryn Stott as they open the 2010 Minnesota Beethoven Festival with a recital you won't want to miss!
Jun. 27
Great River Shakespeare Festival: Comedy of Errors
3pm Performing Arts Center, Winona State University
Pianist Craig Sheppard has maintained a strong and enduring presence in the classical music world for over 40 years. Known for his mastery of a wide range of musical styles, he recently concluded a highly-acclaimed concert series and recording of the complete Beethoven piano sonatas. Sheppard brings this incomparable artistry to Winona in a recital featuring Beethoven's Diabelli Variations.
Young survivor of the Titanic, Laura Buzzell, gives a first person account of surviving the Titanic sinking though handwritten diary entries. On disply will be her riveting narrative of losing her gather, art and other historical items associated with Titanic.
Sixteen signed limited edtion of prints from Norman Rockwell's own collection of illustrations of Mark Twain's "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn".
This event takes place on Saturdays during the Great River Shakespeare Festival.1909 hand-painted scenery - a great narrator script by Lynn Nankivil and dramatic readings from the classics by the GRSF apprentice actors. A truly unique experience!
Jul. 1
Great River Shakespeare Festival: Othello
7:30pm Performing Arts Center, Winona State University
FREE outdoor pops concert! The Minnesota Orchestra returns for a free outdoor pops concert, the Festival's annual gift to the community. Bring your picnic basket and blanket, and join your family, friends, and neighbors for this favorite summer event!
Hailed as "the high priests of the percussion world" by The New York Times, the members of Nexus have been playing together for nearly 40 years. Known for the innovation and diversity of their programs, which feature traditional and exotic instruments, they will be presenting the Minnesota Beethoven Festival's first concert devoted to percussion music.
Jul. 6
Great River Shakespeare Festival: The Daly News
7:30pm Performing Arts Center, Winona State University
One of America's highest-profile string quartets, the Miró Quartet continues to captivate audiences and critics around the world with its startling intensity, fresh
perspective, and mature approach. Founded in 1995, the Quartet went on to win numerous competitions and was recently awarded the coveted Avery Fisher Career Grant. They make regular appearances at summer festivals around the country -- be certain to hear their debut performance at the Minnesota Beethoven Festival!
Jul. 8
Great River Shakespeare Festival: Comedy of Errors
7:30pm Performing Arts Center, Winona State University
The 23rd annual Dixieland Jazz Festival will be held at the Goodview Pavilion in Goodview. Performers include the Barbary Coast Dixieland Band, Winona's Gate City Jazz Band and Al Townsend's Wonderful World Jazz Band. The Jazz workshop students will perform from 10:30 am-11:45 am. The festival is free to the public. Food and beverages are available. Call 507-452-8382 for more information.
Jul. 10
Great River Shakespeare Festival: The Daly News
3pm Performing Arts Center, Winona State University
Conductor Dale Warland has made an indelible impression on the landscape of contemporary choral music both nationally and internationally. After his 32 years with the Dale Warland Singers, he remains active as a guest conductor, composer, teacher, and producer of choral programs for public radio. Join him as he conducts the Minnesota Beethoven Festival Chorale - formed specifically for the 2010 Festival - for two concerts of unforgettable choral music in Winona's beautiful Chapel of Saint Mary of the Angels.
Jul. 10
Great River Shakespeare Festival: Comedy of Errors
8pm Performing Arts Center, Winona State University
Conductor Dale Warland has made an indelible impression on the landscape of contemporary choral music both nationally and internationally. After his 32 years with the Dale Warland Singers, he remains active as a guest conductor, composer, teacher, and producer of choral programs for public radio. Join him as he conducts the Minnesota Beethoven Festival Chorale - formed specifically for the 2010 Festival - for two concerts of unforgettable choral music in Winona's beautiful Chapel of Saint Mary of the Angels.
Jul. 11
Great River Shakespeare Festival: Othello
3pm Performing Arts Center, Winona State University
Internationally-renowned violinist Midori comes to Winona for a recital of violin masterworks. A consummate musician who blends an ambitious international
performance schedule with innovative community engagement initiatives, Midori also holds the prestigious Jascha Heifetz Chair at the University of Southern California's Thornton School of Music. Don't miss the opportunity to hear this extraordinary artist!
Jul. 13
Great River Shakespeare Festival: The Daly News
7:30pm Performing Arts Center, Winona State University
Michala Petri, recognized as one of the world's supreme recorder players, is joined by her husband, guitarist Lars Hannibal, for an evening of music spanning three centuries. The Petri/Hannibal Duo has performed extensively in many of the world's major concert halls over the last two decades. Their musical maturity and technical superiority, combined with the intimate atmosphere of the Minnesota Marine Art Museum, will create an unforgettable concert experience
Jul. 15
Great River Shakespeare Festival: Othello
7:30pm Performing Arts Center, Winona State University
Michala Petri, recognized as one of the world's supreme recorder players, is joined by her husband, guitarist Lars Hannibal, for an evening of music spanning three centuries. The Petri/Hannibal Duo has performed extensively in many of the world's major concert halls over the last two decades. Their musical maturity and technical superiority, combined with the intimate atmosphere of the Minnesota Marine Art Museum, will create an unforgettable concert experience
Jul. 16
Great River Shakespeare Festival: Comedy of Errors
8pm Performing Arts Center, Winona State University
A fitting end to a fabulous 2010 season! In what has become a much-anticipated concert for regular festival-goers, Osmo Vänskä and the Minnesota Orchestra return to Winona to present the final concert of the summer. Well known for their Beethoven interpretations, including their recent five-disc recording project of the complete Beethoven symphonies, Vänskä and the Orchestra will once again present an all-Beethoven program, including the beautiful Piano Concerto No. 5, featuring Festival Artistic and Managing Director, Ned Kirk.
Jul. 20
Great River Shakespeare Festival: Comedy of Errors
7:30pm Performing Arts Center, Winona State University
Mid West Music Fest is a multiple-venue, multiple-genre and multiple-day
music festival coming to Winona in the summer of 2010. It will serve as a
fundraiser for local non-profits and a platform for local and regional
artistic expression.
Jul. 31
Taste Of Winona
Silent Auction and wine tasting fundraiser for Big Brothers, Big Sisters.
Sixteen signed limited edtion of prints from Norman Rockwell's own collection of illustrations of Mark Twain's "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn".
The exhibit commemorates the 75th anniversary of one of our country's most succesful conservation programs--the Federal Duck Stamp program. Panels explaining the important beneftis and diverstiy of wetlands, and existing threats accompany 36 stamps and signed waterfowl print.
The exhibit commemorates the 75th anniversary of one of our country's most succesful conservation programs--the Federal Duck Stamp program. Panels explaining the important beneftis and diverstiy of wetlands, and existing threats accompany 36 stamps and signed waterfowl print.
Sept. 7 - Nov. 13
Masters of the Sea: New Works from the American Society of Marine Artists
The exhibit commemorates the 75th anniversary of one of our country's most succesful conservation programs--the Federal Duck Stamp program. Panels explaining the important beneftis and diverstiy of wetlands, and existing threats accompany 36 stamps and signed waterfowl print.
Sept. 7 - Nov. 13
Masters of the Sea: New Works from the American Society of Marine Artists
The Minnesota Humanities Center is sponsoring "Journey Stories" on its tour of Minnesota. Winona is one of six stops in the state selected by the Humanities Center. Winona County Historical Society will be hosting the Smithsonian curated travelling exhibit "Journey Stories" The Society will add local exhibit pieces to enhance visitors' experience of "Journey Stories."
The Minnesota Humanities Center is sponsoring "Journey Stories" on its tour of Minnesota. Winona is one of six stops in the state selected by the Humanities Center. Winona County Historical Society will be hosting the Smithsonian curated travelling exhibit "Journey Stories" The Society will add local exhibit pieces to enhance visitors' experience of "Journey Stories."
Wood sculptures from the MMAM permanent collection and Smiths' private collections. The exhibit will be developed in collaboration with folk artists Leo and Marilyn Smith.
The Minnesota Humanities Center is sponsoring "Journey Stories" on its tour of Minnesota. Winona is one of six stops in the state selected by the Humanities Center. Winona County Historical Society will be hosting the Smithsonian curated travelling exhibit "Journey Stories" The Society will add local exhibit pieces to enhance visitors' experience of "Journey Stories."
Wood sculptures from the MMAM permanent collection and Smiths' private collections. The exhibit will be developed in collaboration with folk artists Leo and Marilyn Smith.
