Fans of Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel (this year's NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley book selection) won't want to miss this interpretation of the book's Museum of Civilization. The museum "considers how memory can impact survival in a post-apocalyptic world," according to the Art Reach St. Croix website. Read more about Museum of Civilization at St. Croix Falls
Anthony Kearns, one of the three Irish Tenors that travels the world sharing his smooth, lyrical and beautiful sounds, will sing with the St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra. Tickets available through the Phipps Center for the Arts, 715.386.8409. Read more about Anthony Kearns and the St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra
The family will love this beloved children’s book turned musical! Get tickets at thephipps.org. Read more about The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr.
The annual art opener studio tour offers art lovers an outstanding opportunity to visit an eclectic mix of diverse artists’ studios nestled in the scenic St. Croix Valley. Featuring fine art and contemporary craft, this unique tour includes studios extending from Afton and Stillwater, Minn. to Hudson, Wis. Visitors of all ages are invited to meet and share conversations with artists working in a variety of mediums. Read more about Art Opener St. Croix Valley Studio Tour
Enjoy a multi-course tea, with all the trimmings and soft music in the historic site that overlooks downtown Stillwater and the St. Croix River. A tasty menu of offerings will be provided by Lake Elmo Inn. All proceeds benefit the Historic Courthouse Restoration Fund. Reservations required. Read more about Victorian Tea at the Historic Courthouse
Violent and well-dressed gangsters abounded in the 1930s, and groups like the Barker Gang came to the lakes when they needed to lay low. The White Bear Lake Historical Society will take you on a bus tour of some of their notorious haunts. Read more about White Bear Lake Gangster Tour
Wander through the unique lofts and studios of St. Paul’s very own artists. Showcasing more than 300 artists in 32 buildings across the lowertown and downtown neighborhoods, this weekend is sure to channel your inner creativity. Put on by the St. Paul Art Collective, the crawl has been celebrating nearly 40 years of unique artistry through education and preservation of art in culture in the greater Twin Cities area. Read more about St. Paul Art Crawl
Director Jerry Zaks and Broadway star Betty Buckley bring this revived musical comedy back to life at the Orpheum Theatre. Already winning four Tony awards, this updated classic show is a must-see for musical fanatics young and old. Ages 5+. Read more about "Hello Dolly" at the Orpheum
Load up and learn up for this summer’s grilling season at Kitchen Window. Catch classes, sales and tastings going on all weekend. Come in and try a new grill before you buy it and get a free class and gift card with purchase!
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Kick off this family-friendly walk around the first level of the Mall of America with a complimentary breakfast followed by tons of sensory activities, mascots, games, prizes and giveaways galore. Rally as a team or register as an individual to help Fraser sustain existing programs and expand innovative services for those directly affected by autism. Read more about Fraser Walk for Autism
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