One World – The Best of Sting & The Police

Led by Andy Schultz and Todd Ortberg, the classic Police trio expands and comes alive with a 7-piece ensemble, including members of The Police trio tribute Toast In The Machine. The ensemble truly nails the sounds and energy of both Sting and The Police. Hear hits like “Roxanne,” “Every Breath You Take,” “Don’t Stand So Close to Me,” “Message In a Bottle,” “King of Pain,” “Every Little Thing She Does is Magic,” “If I Ever Lose My Faith in You,” “If You Love Somebody, Set Them Free,” and more!

The Nutcracker 2023

Join us for our enchanting performance of 'The Nutcracker' and experience the magic of the holiday season! Dates: Fri, Dec 15th | 7:00pm Sat, Dec 16th | 2:00pm & 7pm Sun, Dec 17th | 1:00pm Immerse yourself in Clara's magical journey, witness graceful dancers, enchanting choreography, and Tchaikovsky's timeless music. Create cherished memories and celebrate the season with us. Tickets: $27-39, VIP Tickets: $75. Don't miss this unforgettable holiday celebration! https://mnballettheatre.org

The New Standards

“What a terrific combo. Everything they do is a surprise.” – Greil Marcus Started in 2005 as an off-shoot project between Minneapolis-based musicians and friends Chan Poling (piano), Steve Roehm (vibes), and John Munson (bass), TNS has grown into a globe-spanning adventure, filling theaters and clubs around the world, spawning several CDs, videos, cartoons, dance/theater projects, and ancillary gewgaws that have charmed and delighted an ever-multiplying legion of faithful fans.

Library Friends Gift Quality Book & Bake Sale

Great selection of gift-quality books, puzzles, games, collectibles, CDs, DVDs and delicious home baked goods. Free gift wrapping. All proceeds benefit the Rochester Public Library. Friday, December 1st | 10 AM - 5:30 PM Saturday, December 2nd | 10 AM - 4:00 PM

First Day Hike - Candlelight Event

Half the park is after dark! Enjoy a self-guided candlelit stroll under the stars on New Years Day. Along the trail you will be able to see the Milky Way and waning moon. Stop by the trail's end to view Jupiter and other celestial objects through telescopes. At the end of your hike stop at the picnic shelter to warm up by the fire and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies. Meet at the picnic shelter. If there is snow, there will be snowshoe for loan for free.

The Drums of Navarone in Concert

The Drums of Navarone is an eight-piece Afro-Latin funk orchestra devoted to moving body and spirit with unifying power of music. The band melds Afro-Latin rhythms with the sounds of funk, jazz, and soul. The band is headquartered in Minneapolis, the music Mecca of the Midwest.

www.drumsofnavarone.com

Tickets are $20.00 in advance and $25.00 at the door. Seating is general admission and doors open at 6:30 PM. Concessions will be available for sale during the concert.

Lantern Loppet

Come out for a beautiful night to ski by lamp light! Events will start at dusk. There will be fires, friendship, marshmallows, hot chocolate, and of course some skiing.

The Lantern Loppet will be held at the Nordic Center ski area in Mora. There will be a beautiful course through the woods lit by lanterns. Come and enjoy.

Join us as the sun goes down and ski into the night.  

Before the sun goes down, come and join us for the Founders' Classic!

Itasca's Evening Lantern Lit Snowshoe and Ski

Start at the Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center. Trail illuminated along the South Entrance Road approximately 3.5 miles round-trip.

Come out and ski or snowshoe by the light of the stars and kerosene lanterns along the trail. Snowshoe, walk, or ski at your own pace along the lantern-lit route during this drop-in program.

NOTES: Program is held outdoors. Dress warmly for outdoor winter conditions. Snowshoe walk/ski is self-guided at your leisure.

Remember a headlamp or flashlight as some portions of the trail can be dark.

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