Advanced Bird Banding

This advanced class is designed to help participants fine-tune the banding skills they already possess and to advance their comprehension of molt strategies and ability to recognize molts limits and plumages on birds in hand. Classes are very individualized and the rate of progression will be dependent upon the skill level of the participants. There will be a concentration on details of feather morphology, plumages, and molt limits. Participants stay at the Wolf Ridge campus in Finland, MN. Lod

The Fabulous Armadillos: What's Going On/ Songs from the Vietnam Era

“What’s Going On: Songs From The Vietnam War Era” is a moving concert experience that incorporates live music, live narration and video to provide the audience a multi-media deep dive into the 60’s and early 70’s and of course, the Vietnam War. Through song and imagery this concert examines the tumultuous time period, but concludes on a note of hope and inspiration for a better tomorrow. As one Vietnam Veteran narrates during the show, “When we think of our divisions today, they pale in comparison to how badly we were divided back then”. A must-see Fabulous Armadillos production.

The Kings of Queen

You’re invited to our Season Kick-off featuring The Kings of Queen! This Fall, join us for a performance by one of the hottest Queen tributes in the country, The Kings of Queen! Frontman Emo Alaeddin’s vocal tone and range have a striking resemblance to Freddie Mercury, plus the costumes to match! The Kings of Queen bring those epic 4-part harmonies live to the Paramount stage on September 29th and you won’t want to miss it!

Join us for a rockin’ good time with The Kings of Queen!

"Shaped By Water" - by local author Andrew Pruett (In person or Zoom)

Water is everywhere—calling us, showing us the way, and teaching us to flow around life’s obstacles—and we must protect it. We must be good stewards of the Earth and protect what God has given us, so our children may joyfully explore and thrive in the world we leave them. Join local author Andrew Pruett as he shares his view of how water has shaped him into the man he is today. This program is offered both in person and by zoom, be sure to obtain the ticket that fits you best. olmstedhistory.com/events

Medicine Creek Farm & Farm Stay

Experience a “farm stay” getaway at a regenerative family farm. Medicine Creek Farm is a beautiful expanse of gentle hills and low-lying wetlands on the edge of Minnesota's northwoods. Here, our farm animals live outside in their natural habitat alongside thriving wildlife like coyotes and wolves. Our rotational grazing system aims to improve the soil, water, and air through a cycle of conscious impact, rest, and regrowth that mimics our earth's natural cycles.

Minnesota Children's Book Festival

The Anderson Center at Tower View is pleased to present the 24th annual Minnesota Children's Book Festival on Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., featuring presentations of eight new books by award-winning children's & young adult authors and illustrators: Phyllis Alsdurf, Daniel Bernstrom & Heidi Woodward Sheffield, H.M. Bouman, Drew Brockinton, Ty Chapman, Shannon Gibney, Monica Rojas & Emiko Rainbow, and Sarah Warren.

Cedar Creek Open House 2023

Cedar Creek Open House 2023 Come explore Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve at our 2023 fall open house on September 23! Stay for an hour or the whole day while taking part in activities, tours, talks and even s’mores while learning about the station, our research and the natural world. Parking will be available on site. Please follow all posted parking signage. Most activities will start at or near the Lindeman Discovery Center, 2660 Fawn Lake Drive NE, East Bethel.

Unforgotten

Minnesota painter Michael Anderson presents “Unforgotten”, a collection of tributes to old buildings and neighborhoods that have been torn down to make way for the new. Much of his work focuses on the Twin Cities and is painted in the classical realist style.