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VOLUME 5, NUMBER 1 • JANUARY 4, 2018

2018 is finally here and we’re so

psyched to meet it. We’ve even put

together something of a plan to make

sure we get the most out of this brand-

spankin’ new year. Want proof? Just turn

to page 15, where we’ve laid out a bucket

list of things everyone in this city should

try before 2019. It’s a big checklist, but

you’ve got time.

Maybe you need a friend to complete

it with, though. Anne Halliwell has

you covered, with the library’s “Speed-

Friending” event.

Need a soundtrack? Greg Boerner

and The 9th Planet Out can keep your

ears full with their new releases, or you

could laugh along with the jokes of Mark

Lundholm.

Be safe and treat others with respect.

jan 4Allison Roe, Special Sections Editor

Bryan Lund, writer and editor

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3 SPEED FRIENDINGThe library may have found a cure for modern alienation.

4 9TH PLANET CD RELEASEThey came, they saw, they recorded. Now they’re

throwing a party to celebrate.

5 BEER BOOKSLouis Garcia shares some of the books that made him the

nerd he is today.

6 GREG BOERNERKim Zabel snags one last interview with the singer/

songwriter before he moves to Nashville for love.

7 MARK LUNDHOLM Can addiction be funny? Matt Stolle finds out.

15 ROCHESTER BUCKET LISTA somewhat comprehensive list of all the things you

should do this year.

Beer Books (p. 5)

also inside8 • On Stage

9 • Movie Reviews

10 • Calendar of Events

Mark Lundholm (p. 7)

9th Planet CD Release (p. 4)

Rochester’s

Bucket List

Challenge

(p.15)

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I F Y O U G OWhat Speed Friending with the Rochester Public Library

Where Forager Brewery, 1005 6th St. NW, Rochester

When 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10

Admission Free

Mere minutes to find a friendT H A N K YO U F O R B E I N G A F R I E N D C O M M U N I T Y 3

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by ANNE HALLIWELL

Want to expand your friend list in the

new year? Look no further than the

Rochester Public Library’s Speed

Friending event at Forager Brewery

Wednesday.

When you become an adult, you have

to be intentional about making friends

- reaching out to new people, joining

extracurriculars, scheduling drinks or walks

together, and other things that cut into

time alone on the couch. Going to the speed

friending event may be a good first step

toward widening your circle.

Allison Girres, the organizer, said the

event is a play on speed dating, which

should hopefully reassure attendees that

everyone there is interested in talking and

making friends, too.

The location doesn’t hurt, either. “You

can have a drink,” Girres said. “You can’t do

that at the library.”

Girres had two tips for those looking to

expedite the friending process at Forager.

First, “you’re not getting married,” she

said. “You don’t have to be best friends.

If you get drinks once or twice and think,

‘Okay, maybe this won’t be a lifelong

friendship,’ that’s okay.”

Second, she recommended that people

think about what makes a good friend for

them, specifically. Adventurous types might

get on well together, but they can grate on

couch potato compatriots after a while.

“I know I don’t want to run marathons

with anyone,” Girres said. “I mean, I can still

be friends with people who run marathons,

but we’ll have to do other things together.

There should be a compatibility.”

While it may seem strange to walk into a

place and expect to meet friends, it makes

more sense than sitting on your couch and

wishing you had something to do. “You’re

not going meet anyone in your living room,”

Girres said. “It may feel dorky and silly and

weird, but hopefully, it’ll be worth it.”

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WHAT WAS THE PROCESS OF WRITING

AND RECORDING SONGS LIKE?

Clay: We spent months writing songs

together, until we finally got to the studio.

We started by tracking the drums, then

rhythm guitars, then we just kept building

on that foundation.

WHERE DID YOU RECORD, AND HOW

LONG DID IT TAKE?

Josh: We recorded in Boone, Iowa, at Forte

Studios after we won a battle of the bands

the studio was hosting. We stayed for

about five or six days, but worked in the

studio basically all day every day.

ANY CRAZY STORIES FROM THE

RECORDING?

Dylan: Well, there isn’t too much crazy

stuff going on in Boone, but we managed

to find stuff to keep us busy. One moment

that comes to mind is seeing Grey come

back to our table at Pizza Ranch with

barbecued chicken covered in vanilla ice

cream.

WHAT’S YOUR ADVICE FOR OTHER

BANDS TRYING TO RECORD AN

ALBUM?

Grey: Recording an album is a big deal.

One thing I learned from the whole process

is that it’s important not to rush right into

recording. Make sure the entire band is

in the right position to start working on

writing an album, and make sure you are

happy with each and every part of the

album, otherwise you’ll constantly be

thinking about it.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT THE OTHER

ACTS ON THE BILL FOR YOUR RELEASE

PARTY?

Clay: Sleep Signals is a high-energy band

with a lot of experience playing live and

touring. We’re excited to get these guys

in the Rochester scene and let people

see something new! Smiling Politely

is made up of some of the friendliest

dudes we have ever met. They are

exceptionally supportive and seemed like

an obvious choice when organizing the

show. Not to mention, they rock extremely

hard. After playing with Local Sports at

Foster Fest, we knew they were going to be

a staple in the local music scene. Not only

are they super cool dudes, they rock hard

and bring a breath of fresh air to Rochester

music.

ANY HINTS AS TO ANYTHING SPECIAL

THAT MIGHT HAPPEN AT THE RELEASE?

Josh: We have new songs, new stage

effects, and we always have surprises.

WHY SHOULD LOCAL MUSIC FANS

COME TO THE SHOW?

Jake: The music community is growing

rapidly in Rochester, and it’s important

to support bands and artists when they

release something big, like an album. Also,

it’s not often Rochester gets a full-on rock

show with a lineup comprised of bands

based in the Twin Cities, as well as local

bands.

by JOHN SIEVERS

Band set to launch metal album into the universe

I F Y O U G OWhat The 9th Planet Out album release party, featuring Sleep Signals, Smiling Politely, and Local Sports

Where Pure Rock Studios 515 Rocky Creek Dr. NE, Rochester

When 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6

Admission $12; the9thplanetout.com/store

Contributed photo and album artwork

M U S I C41 .4 . 1 8 T H E 9 T H P L A N E T O U T

The stars have aligned; it’s time for metal band The 9th Planet Out to launch its

first studio-produced, full-length album into space. In a nod to the band’s name, the

self-titled record has nine tracks. The recording features three of the original white-

clad lads: Grey Serie (lead vocals), Josh Kulack (guitar), and Clay Ebertowski (drums).

Newcomers Dylan Bennett (guitar) and Jake Mattern (bass) are also on the loud and

fast album. The project was completed after the band won the Forte Studios Battle of

the Bands in 2016. Part of their grand prize was recording time, enough to produce an

entire album. The 9th Planet Out will throw a release party at Pure Rock Studios on

Saturday, Jan. 6, where they’ll be joined by three other bands: Sleep Signals, Smiling

Politely, and Local Sports. Kinney Creek will have their brews for sale at the all-ages

show.

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I love to read. I also love beer. Just as my

tastes have matured from Natural Ice to

finely tuned lagers, bombastic barrel-

aged brews, and juicy east-coast hop

bombs, so too has my bedroom library

evolved from basic to refined.

Many of my books reflect my love of

beer and brewing. I won’t bore you with

the technical books I’ve acquired through

brewing school (water chemistry is

only fun for a select few, and even some

pro Minnesota brewers ignore it), but

rather, I’ve compiled a few books that are

entertaining for anyone who even has a

little interest in beer, brewing, and the

culture that ties it all together.

“The Oxford Companion to Beer” by

Garrett OliverMy first “major” craft beer book

purchase, I still use this hardcover tome as

a reference when writing freelance stories

for magazines, this one included. I’ve read

every entry, which is a little insane. Rather

than just define styles, regions, or beer

terminology, author Garrett Oliver (brew

maestro over at Brooklyn Brewery) infuses

most entries with a bit of soul. You’ll learn

what a bock technically is, but you’re also

going to get a story about how and why,

sometimes with a bit of flair.

“The Beer Bible” by Jeff AlworthI recommended this book to 507 and

Post-Bulletin scribe Matt Stolle when he

asked how to learn more about beer. Now I

run into him at LTS Brewing Co. and at my

local Hy-Vee, where he confidentially walks

around with his LTS hat and backpack,

and can tell you all about his favorite beer

and hop profile

while picking out

produce.

I recommend this book to those who

want an approachable book that isn’t going

to overwhelm or talk down to them – as

most craft beer nerds tend to.

“The Comic Book Story of Beer: The World’s Favorite Beverage from 7000 BC to Today’s Craft Brewing Revolution” by Jonathan Hennessey,

Mike Smith, and Aaron McConnell Don’t let the fact that this is a comic

book fool you – it’s a dense read. And I

don’t mean dense as in learning something

new every time you read it like with

“Watchmen,” but dense as in there are a lot

of words in these 170 pages. Luckily, the

art, writing, and information are all top-

notch stuff. Hennessey is a history buff

(he has two other nonfiction comics under

his belt), tying beer and world history

together in a masterful way, giving readers

an overview of this much-loved drink.

“Goodnight Brew: A Parody for Beer People” by Karla Oceanak

In the same vein as local author Abe

Sauer’s “Goodnight Loon,” this book is

a spoof on “Goodnight Moon.” Instead

of the red-eyed Minnesota bird, we get

beer and cuteness overload. I mean, it has

a wort hog character! Get it? Wort like

for making beer, warthog, which is an

animal…never mind.

National Geographic Atlas of Beer: A Globe-Trotting Journey Through the World of Beer” by Nancy Hoalst-Pullen

and Mark PattersonNational Geographic brings its A-game

to this book. It features plenty of beautiful

photography and fun little snippets from

all corners of the

planet. It’s my

favorite one to

keep out on the

coffee table so

other people can

give it a gander.

story and photos by LOUIS GARCIA

Curl up with a good beer book

B E E R B O O KS C O C K TA I L H O U R 51 .4 . 1 8

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Greg Boerner sails away on the winds of change

I F Y O U G OWhat Greg Boerner’s CD release and last show in Minnesota

Where Canadian Honker 1203 2nd St. SW, Rochester

When 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5 and Saturday, Jan. 6

Admission Free

Photo by Chuck Bennorth

Contributed album artwork

M U S I C61 .4 . 1 8 BY E BY E B O E R N E R

Guitarist, singer, and songwriter Greg Boerner

(pronounced “burner”) has been playing music in

Rochester since the late ‘90s – first at the Redwood Room

and then at Canadian Honker. He lives near Chicago, but

makes the six-hour trek to

Minnesota once a month

to perform on Friday and

Saturday nights.

All of that is about to

change.

Boerner just released

his fifth CD in October

and he’s moving to

Nashville in January.

“Nashville has nothing

to do with music,”

Boerner says. “It’s a love

story.”

WHY IS MOVING TO NASHVILLE A LOVE

STORY?

It’s because of Annie. She was singing at the

same studio as I was back in 2003. We got

along great, but it wasn’t a love interest at

that time. Years later, I was driving through

Nashville, and I decided to call her. We picked

up right where we left off. When I hung up the

phone, something was different. I was feeling

something. I knew I wanted to talk to her again.

I told Annie that I felt that this is one of those

opportunities that just fell into our laps. She

said that I dropped into her life like a miracle.

How can you say no when you are someone’s

miracle?

It’s not my way to uproot and drop everything.

But I’m going to Nashville for Annie and not for

music. The funny thing is - nobody believes me.

WHAT WAS YOUR VISION FOR YOUR NEW

CD, “SOLID SENDER?”

My previous CDs were basic and sparse on

purpose. My guitar and my voice were the

main engines driving everything. With this

one, I wanted a fleshed-out sound. I wanted to

include an upright bass, and I wanted drums.

Not rock drums, but a guy on brushes, someone

who could lay down a nice groove. I also added

a Fender Rhodes electric piano played by

Patrick Moynihan, and added Mary Lou O’Brien

as my back-up vocalist.

HOW DOES YOUR NASHVILLE MOVE

CONNECT WITH YOUR NEW CD?

The last song on the CD, “Rollin’ and Tumblin’,”

was written for my niece’s wedding. It’s about

being lucky in love. I sang it at the rehearsal

dinner and thought I would play it once and

then retire it, but the lyrics turned out to be

exactly how I felt about Annie. The song came

true. The song manifested itself. This has never

happened to me before.

WHAT COMPELS YOU TO DRIVE FROM

ILLINOIS TO PERFORM?

First, Canadian Honker has always welcomed

me with open arms. Second, I play music. It’s

what I do. I am a working musician, and this is

what I do to earn a living. Besides, if someone

says, “I would love to have you here,” then I’m

going to be there!

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Mark Lundholm is a comedian and

one-time drug addict. He does

what any comedian would do:

make fun of the things he knows.

For him, that means family

dysfunction, drug abuse, and addiction.

Still, it’s an odd comedic niche: making a

living doing humor about a disease that he

candidly admits kills more people than car

accidents, cancer, and war combined.

Lundholm, who was born in Oakland

and lives in San Jose, Calif., admits there

are limits to his comedy. He won’t make

fun of addicts or the families that suffer

from the addiction. But there is a mindset,

a catch-me-if-you-can attitude that

recovering addicts will instantly recognize

and probably won’t be able to help but

laugh at.

And if you can laugh about something,

Lundholm believes, then you can talk

about it. Lundholm knows what he speaks,

having once been methamphetamine

and cocaine addict and what he describes

as a “cardboard-box-living, shuffle-step

mumble bum.”

Lundholm is bringing his jokes to

Rochester courtesy of Recovery is

Happening. We caught up with him to ask

a few questions.

HOW IS ADDICTION FUNNY?

Lundholm: It’s a high-wire act that I have

to perform every time I take the stage and

talk about something that is deadly and

potentially devastating to families and

communities.

I won’t make fun of the disease itself or

the addict or the families or the children

caught in the crossfire. But (I do make fun

of) the insanity that says, “It’s OK to keep

doing what I’m doing until I’m caught.

It’s OK to keep doing what I’m doing as

long as I’m the only one that knows.” That

is hilarious - when you step away from it

especially.

I HAD A FORMER ADDICT TELL ME THAT

IT’S NOT FUNNY WHEN YOU’RE IN THE

MIDST OF AN ADDICTION, BUT IF YOU

CAN SURVIVE IT, YOU CAN LOOK BACK

AND LAUGH AT IT.

Lundholm: You ever been in a bad

relationship? When you’re in it,

it’s frustrating, it’s maddening, it’s

dysfunctional. But you step away from it.

“Oh, it wasn’t that bad. There were some

parts there.” The joke about an addict is

that our hindsight is 80/20. That distance

provides perspective.

YOU MAKE A DISTINCTION BETWEEN

NORMAL PEOPLE AND ADDICTS. CAN

NORMAL PEOPLE RELATE TO YOUR

HUMOR?

Lundholm: The show is for everyone. I’ve

been doing this a long time, to make this

show a bridge between normal people

and the rest of us. Humor is the bridge for

everything. I’ve learned how to navigate

that boundary between normal people

who don’t drink and drive just because it’s

unhealthy and unsafe and the rest of who

ask ourselves, “well, how far do I have to

go in the car?”

COULD IT BE THAT YOUR HUMOR

APPEALS TO A BROADER AUDIENCE

BECAUSE MOST PEOPLE KNOW

SOMEONE WHO IS AN ADDICT?

Lundholm: The show is very balanced.

It’s not all funny. There are some parts of

the show where there won’t be a sound

in the theater. There’s balance in the show

because there is balance in the message. I

can tell you everybody knows somebody

who knows somebody whose life has

been turned upside down.

DID HUMOR PLAY A ROLE IN YOUR

RECOVERY?

Lundholm: I wasn’t a comedian before I

got clean and sober. I was a street guy. But

in a controlled sober, living environment,

I volunteered to start going to some of

these places and doing comedy.

I’ve always been funny. I come from a

big dysfunctional family. If you weren’t

funny, you didn’t get to talk. It was a form

of survival of the fittest.

I’VE HEARD IT SAID THAT PEOPLE

HAVE TO HIT ROCK BOTTOM BEFORE

RECOVERY CAN HAPPEN. WHAT DO

YOU SEE AS THE CRUCIAL FIRST STEP

TO RECOVERY?

Lundholm: The addict’s greatest gift is

to create new circumstances to harm

ourselves. We’re so manipulative and

calculating. Every time we say, “I promise,”

we actually mean it. We mean it every

time, until we don’t mean it. It comes

down to one thing. You have to want

to be clean more than you want to be

loaded. You have to want it more than

anything else.

by MATT STOLLE

Lundholm wrings laughs from rock bottom

M A R K L U N D H O L M C O M E D Y 71 .4 . 1 8

Contributed photo

I F Y O U G OWhat Mark Lundholm

When 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6

Where Rochester Community and Technical College Hill Theatre, 851 30th Ave. SE, Rochester

Admission$30 general admission $50 VIP

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An Absolute bluegrass musical

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T H E AT R E81 .4 . 1 8 O N S TAG E

Suzie Hansen has a long love

affair with the musical “The Robber

Bridegroom.”

“When I was in 10th grade, we

did it at the (Rochester Community)

college,” she said. Hansen was in the

play again about five years later.

Now, she’s directing Absolute

Theatre’s production, which opens

Jan. 11 on the main stage at

Rochester Civic Theatre.

“When I was realized we could

be on the stage, I wanted to do a

musical and dedicate it to my mom,”

she said. Hansen’s mother, who

loved music, died a year ago. “So this

is for my mom,” Hansen said.

The play is based on a short novel

by Eudora Welty, which in turn

recounts a southern fairy tale. Jamie

Lockhart, the “bandit of the woods”

courts Rosamund, the only daughter

of the region’s richest planter. There

are some alter egos and mixed

identities, a wedding, and plenty of

intrigue.

The Broadway version was written

by Robert Waldman and Alfred Uhry.

“There’s a lot of dancing and

singing,” Hansen said. Song titles

include “The Picklepear Bloom,”

“Deeper in the Woods,” and “Love

Stolen.” Live music will be provided

by the Sawtooth Brothers bluegrass

band. Laurie Helmers is music

director.

As for her actors, Hansen

said she got lucky. She has cast

newcomers Kara Haack and Eli

Hansen as Rosamund and Jamie,

with Missy Hagen and Doug Petty as

Rosamund’s parents. Eli Hansen, by

the way, is making his stage debut.

Suzie Hansen heard him playing

piano at a party and talked him into

taking the role of Jamie.

There are several other characters

in the play, adding up to a relatively

large cast for a show by Absolute,

which has been gradually stretching

the size of its productions.

“My concept is that nobody ever

leaves the stage,” Hansen said.

“Everything is done in front of the

audience.”

No special effects, no sleight-

of-hand trickery — just an old-

fashioned genuine bluegrass musical.

Talk about an exclusive audience.

Only 96 seats in total are available

for the three performances of In Heart

Theatre’s “Constellations,” which runs

Jan. 11-13. That’s because the show is

being presented in the upstairs rehearsal

room at Rochester Repertory Theatre.

Director Philip Muehe has managed to

squeeze 32 seats into the room for each

performance.

Luckily there are only two actors in the

play, so everyone should have breathing

space.

“I like it up there, it’s small,” Muehe

said. Besides, he added, “It’s what I can

afford. I’m breaking every rule of theater

by putting my own money into this.”

“Constellations” is the latest offering

from In Heart, which Muehe intends

to operate as a “found space” troupe,

performing in non-traditional venues.

The play itself, by Nick Payne, is about a

man and a woman and their relationship.

“Constellations” explores the multiverse

theory, which, Muehe said, relates to

choices made in life. “For every choice

we make,” he said, “there can exist

simultaneously any number of options.

The universe we know is only one. There

exist other universes.”

To put it more simply, he said, the play

shows “how the seemingly small things

we do in life can affect us.”

Muehe said he discovered the show

while watching a telecast of the Tony

Awards. “I saw a snippet of it and liked

it,” he said. “It was always in the back of

my mind. It’s a small show, it’s actor-

based. It’s a very human story.”

For this cozy show, Muehe has secured

two of the local scene’s best actors:

Rebecca Sands and Sean Lundberg. Sands

always challenges herself with roles, and

Lundberg is fearless on stage.

“They’re good box office draws,”

Muehe said. “They’re Rochester famous.

I know they’re good friends and have

worked together, and this play calls for

this intimacy. We needed two actors the

audience can relate to.”

Muehe, who is an apprentice this

season at the Commonweal Theatre

in Lanesboro, has been commuting to

Rochester once a week— on his day off

— to direct rehearsals of “Constellations”

since October.

“Constellations” is recommended for

mature audiences due to language.

I F Y O U G O

I F Y O U G O

What “The Robber Bridegroom”

Where Rochester Civic Theatre 20 Civic Center Dr. SE

When 7 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays Jan. 11-20.

Admission$25; absolutetheatre.org

What “Constellations”

Where Upstairs rehearsal room, Rochester Repertory Theatre, 103 Seventh St. NE

When 7:30 p.m. Thursday Jan. 11 through Satruday, Jan. 13

Admission$20 at the door or through [email protected]

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Front row, from left: Eli Hansen, Kara Haack, Doug Petty, and

Missy Hagen. Back row: Mitchell Gage, Patricia Barrier, Annette

Schuler, Renae Sander, Karen Masbruch, and Tom Barnes.

Rebecca Sands and Sean

Lundberg in rehearsal.

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When: Reception at 5:00 pm, dinner at 6:15 pm, program follows dinner

In addition to our six recipients this year (4 RCTC students and 2 high school students), Sim Sotheanet (Net) Youk, 2013 BTO scholarship recipient, will share how he continues to “beat the odds.”

Tickets: Individual $100; Couple $175 Please call the Foundation office at 507-281-7771 to order tickets

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The Greatest Showman (PG, 105 min.) H H H H HThere were times when I rolled my eyes to the ceiling at the corny and cheesy and shameless sentiment of this musical starring Hugh Jackman as P.T. Barnum. But then I’d realize my foot was once again tapping in time to the beat of the catchy tunes, at which point I’d acknowledge I was thoroughly enjoying myself, despite all cynical instincts.

All the Money in the World (R, 132 min.) H H H HRidley Scott’s well-paced, great-looking and nimble take on one of the most famous kidnapping cases of the 20th century leaves us marveling at the enormous footprint J. Paul Getty left on the world. Playing the oil tycoon as a last-minute substitute for Kevin Spacey, Christopher Plummer delivers a powerful, magnetic, scene-stealing performance.

Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (PG-13, 118 min.)Four high school kids discover an old video game console and are literally drawn into the game’s jungle setting, turning into their adult avatars. To beat the game, they need to embark on the most dangerous adventure of their lives, or they’ll be stuck in the game forever.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi (PG-13, 152 min.) H H H HAlthough it doesn’t pack quite the same emotional punch as “The Force

Awakens” and lags a bit in the second half, this is still a worthy chapter in the “Star Wars” franchise, popping with exciting action sequences and sprinkled with good humor. Surprises big and small abound.

Father Figures (R, 113 min.)Two fraternal twin brothers head in search of their real father after learning their mother had been lying to them for years about his true identity.

Downsizing (R, 135 min.)An occupational therapist and his wife undergo a new procedure to shrink down to four inches in order to help save the planet and afford a nicer lifestyle.

Wonder (PG, 113 min.) H H H H HWhat elevates this drama about a brave 10-year-old boy named Auggie (Jacob Tremblay), born with a genetic facial deformity, is the myriad ways in which “Wonder” catches us just a little off-guard and puts lumps in our throats even when Auggie is off-screen. With Julia Roberts and Owen Wilson.

Darkest Hour (PG-13, 125 min.) H H H HThis look back at Winston Churchill’s leadership during the early days of World War II is filled with authentic

touches, large and small. Most authentic of all is Gary Oldman’s performance as a flawed but deeply passionate man who summoned all of his courage, all of his oratory skills and all of his love for Britain at just the right moment.

Ferdinand (PG, 107 min.)Ferdinand, a bull, prefers sitting under a tree and smelling the flowers rather than butting heads with other bulls. One day, he is accidentally chosen to partake in the bullfights in Madrid. Based on the 1936 children’s book by Munro Leaf.

Shape of Water (R, 123 min.) H H H HSally Hawkins gives a sweet and moving performance as a maid in a top-secret government facility who falls in love with a mysterious sea creature in captivity there. Gorgeously color-coordinated, this fairy tale from director Guillermo del Toro is one of the most romantic and most breathtakingly beautiful movies of the year.

Pitch Perfect 3 (PG-13, 94 min.)After winning the World Championships, the Bellas find there isn’t much use for their a capella skills in the real world. But when they get a chance to reunite for an overseas tour, they’ll come together one last time.

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Insidious: The Last Key (PG-13, 103 min.)

Molly’s Game (R, 140 min.) I, Tonya (R, 121 min.)

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Charlie Parr and Ben Weaver, St. Mane Theatre, 206 Parkway Ave. N, Lanesboro. 7:30 p.m. Jan. 20.

$15/$12. Lanesboro Arts is thrilled to present Minnesota roots musicians Charlie Parr and Ben Weaver

in an intimate listening room environment at the historic St. Mane Theatre. This concert will also serve

as the capstone event of a mini-residency with Ben Weaver, who is living and working in Lanesboro all

week to participate in various storytelling, adventure and music events with area residents; supported

by the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council.

The Accidentals, Chatfield Center for the Arts, 405 Main St. S, Chatfield. 7:30 p.m.Feb. 8. $15

in advance, $17 at the door. Named among Yahoo Music’s “Top 10 Bands to Watch in 2017,” The

Accidentals’ adventure began in their hometown of Traverse City, Mich., when Katie Larson, a

sophomore cellist, and Sav Buist, a junior violinist, were paired for a high school orchestra event. The

gifted young musicians became fast friends and, before long, bandmates. 507-884-7676.

Pushing Chain, Oak Center General Store, 67011 Hwy 63, Lake City. 8 p.m. $15, low income pricing

available. A folky-tonk duo featuring exuberant vocal harmonies, impeccable timing and wit, and an

infectious gonzo vibe that leaves audiences

grinning. 507-753-2080.

SocialICE, Peace Plaza, downtown Rochester.

Thursday, Feb. 8 through Saturday, Feb. 10.

Free. SocialICE is Rochester's premier ice bar,

featuring nine 12-foot ice bars. Each bar has a

unique theme and signature drinks. The event

has lots of special effects, music, ice sculptures,

and more.

Art under 100 under 100, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Ave., Zumbrota. 10:00 a.m. Crossings presents a

juried show of affordable original art by 30 area artists, whose works use a variety of techniques and mediums.

This favorite Winter exhibit is a chance for artists of all levels to have fun, stretch their creativity and make

something different, and it’s a chance for art lovers of all economic strata to buy original art. Browse the gallery

through Feb. 10. 507-732-7616.

125 LIVE Guided Tours, 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults, 125 Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 11:45 a.m. Learn

about 125 LIVE and how you can stay Active – Connected – Engaged. 2 times available: 9 a.m. or 11:45 a.m.

Monday through Friday. Call 507-287-1404 today and schedule a guided tour. 125 LIVE offers a wide variety of

social activities for total mind and body wellness. 507-287-1404.

Meditation, Assisi Heights, 1001 14th St. NW, Rochester. 5:15 p.m. every Tuesday. Free. Meditation is the

practice of quieting the mind to bring forth clarity and positivity while cultivating compassion, forgiveness and

love. It has been shown to reduce anxiety, stress, and lower blood pressure. 507-282-7441.

UPCOMING

THEATREThe Robber BridegroomThursdays through Saturdays – 7 p.m. (Starts Jan. 11)

Cost: $25, 507-722-2731.

Rochester Civic Theatre Main Stage 20 Civic Center Dr. SE, Rochester

ConstellationsThursday through Saturday – 7:30 p.m. (Starts. Jan. 11)

Cost: $20, [email protected].

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Auditions for “The Addams Family,” Rochester Civic Theater, 20 Civic Center Dr. SE, Rochester. 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 8 and Tuesday, Jan. 9. Prepare a song to sing and bring sheet music. Be ready to dance and move. 507-282-8481.

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MusicC4 Open Mic, Cafe Steam, 315 South Broadway, Rochester.

7:00 p.m. Our space is open to poetry, spoken word, musicians, and performing artists of all kinds. Performances are limited to 3 songs or 10 minutes. 507-261-4673.

Stand-Up Comedy: OPEN MIC, Goonie’s Comedy Club, Crooked Pint, 2723 Commerce Dr. NW, Rochester. 7:30 p.m. Free. Come eat, drink and laugh. Full service available during the show. [email protected].

Community

The Rotary Club of Rochester Meeting, Rochester Public Library, 101 2nd St. SE, Rochester. 11:00 a.m. Join us on Thurs-days for the Rotary Club of Rochester weekly meeting. Find more information at our club’s website: portal.clubrunner.ca/5636/.

Grief Support, 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults, 125 Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 1:00 p.m. You do not have to go through the grieving process alone. Receive support, resources, and

understanding during one of life’s most difficult experiences. Facilitated by Marianne Maruca, grief and support educator. 507-287-1404.

Music Therapy Social Skills Group: Designed For Kids with Immunosuppression, Healing Rhythms Music Therapy, 3270 19th St. NW #101, Rochester. 3:00 p.m. $75 to attend all 4, or $20 to attend individually. Do you have a child (preschool and under) who is looking for an opportunity to build social skills during the winter months? This group is designed for kids with immunosuppression to have a safe and healthy environment to engage with other children. Group sessions will be January 4, January 18, February 1, and February 15. 507-236-7793.

CHIP Information Session, Rochester Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1100 37th St. NW, Rochester. 6:00 p.m. Our next Community CHIP (Complete Health Improvement Program) class is starting soon. This free information session will tell you everything you need to know about the life-changing CHIP program. Food will be provided. 507-218-3095.

Faith Talk Show with host Regina Mustafa, Rochester Public Library, 101 2nd St. SE, Rochester. 6:30 p.m. The Faith Talk

Show is moving into its fourth year and welcomes 2018 with guest Torres Hodges, a Rochester musician, poet, and member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. How does Christianity guide Torres’ music and activism? What plans lie ahead for Torres in 2018 and how does his faith factor into this? FTS is open to the public and live-streamed through the City of Rochester Media webpage. 507-328-2300, 612-986-7724.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 5

MusicJukebox Cruisin’, Covered Bridge Restaurant and Sports

Bar, Highway 52 North, Zumbrota. 7:00 p.m. Join your friends to celebrate the new year with good food and music. Jukebox Cruisin’ will be playing classic pop, rock, and swing music from your life. Sing and dance in the new year at this after-new-year event. 507-732-7321.

The Vintage Tones of Spielzeiten Und Pausen, The American Legion, 315 1st Ave. NW, Rochester. 7:00 p.m. The Vintage Tones of Spielzeiten Und Pausen perform '50s, '60s,' 70s favorites and deep tracks featuring songs by The Beatles, Everly Brothers, Orbison, Moody Blues, and Rockabilly. Music to make your big toe shoot up through your boot. 508-282-1322.

The D’Sievers Trio, Five West Kitchen & Bar, 1991 Commerce Dr. NW, Rochester. 7:00 p.m. Join Steve Sawyer (bass), Eric Straubmuller (keys), and John Sievers (‘bone) for a night of jazz, fine dining, and drinks. We’ll be looking forward to seeing you. 507-361-5555.

Phonograph DJ Night w/ Todd Juzwiak, Cafe Steam, 315 South Broadway, Rochester. 7:00 p.m. Sort-of-live music with no cover: enjoy the musical collection of area Victrola Jockey Todd Juzwiak as you’ve never heard before on vintage phonograph. Come kick back and enjoy a few hours of the warm textured sound that time forgot. 507-261-4673.

Ilika Ward Duo, Forager Brewery, 1005 6th St. NW, Rochester. 8:00 p.m. Ilika Ward is an acoustic-based Americana group out of Minnesota, hailing from Minneapolis and Rochester. Armed with acoustic guitars and vocal harmonies that grab your attention and don’t let go, Ilika Ward’s songwriting is one part modern folk, one part throwback to the sounds of the 1960s folk revival. 507-261-5497.

FoodAll-you-can-eat Chicken Dumpling Soup and Chili Sup-

per Fundraiser, Mower County Senior Center, 400 Third Ave. NE, Austin. 4:00 p.m. Advance tickets: $7 adults, $5 ages 4 to 10; At the door: $9 adults, $7 ages 4 to 10; Free ages 3 and under.

http://www.thearcmc.org/people-first-aktion-club.html.

Sport & RecreationCobwebber Broom Blast, 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults,

125 Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 5:30 p.m. $45 Members/$50 Non-Members. Master broomsman, Chris Nibbe from Sweet Corn Brooms will assist you in making a standard cobwebber. Hand strength and dexterity along with a sturdy back will make this one-off class a joy to take. Flat bottom shoes and a sense of humor are required. 507-287-1404.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals Class, Mario Roberto Jiu-Jitsu Academy, 4915 Hwy 52 N Suite B, Rochester. 5:30 p.m. At the MRJJA we strongly believe that basics win fights. Our BJJ Fundamentals program exposes our students to the cornerstone principles and techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This structured, unique sixty-class revolving curriculum is only offered at the MRJJA. 507-202-0036.

CommunityAll About Printmaking, 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults,

125 Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 11:00 a.m. $40 Member/$45 Non-Member. Learn how to cut, carve, and print using a linoleum block. Prints can be used for greeting cards or as a work of art you can frame! The first 30 mins of class is instructed. The rest of class you are free to work at your own pace. Artist: Willow Gentile. Supplies and materials are all included. 507-287-1404.

What’s In Your Future, 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults, 125 Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 1:00 p.m. 125 LIVE member Free / Non-Members $75. Join LuAnn Buechler, transformational trainer and life coach, as she guides you through the inevitabil-ity of change. You will walk away knowing: 1. Your top five passions; 2. What is truly important in your life; 3. How to start living your ideal life; 4. What tools will keep you on track. You will be creating your plan during this seminar. Walk away with the tools you need to implement your plan and stay on track. 507-287-1404.

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Book Signing: Back Roads

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 6

ArtArtist Talk with Chad Allen, Cafe Steam, 315 S Broadway,

Rochester. 4:00 p.m. This is the first of what we hope will be many artists talks with Cafe Steam. Join Steam’s Art Coordinator, Claire Hilton, as she speaks with Chad Allen regarding his artistic process, thoughts on public art, being a colorblind artist, and what he sees as the greatest challenges and successes of the local arts ecosystem. Chad prefers town hall style artist talks and will be asking for participation from attendees to help guide the conversation. 312-448-4197.

MusicLegendary Whitesidewalls Perform a Rock ‘n Roll

Revue, State Theater, 96 E 4th St., Zumbrota. 7:30 p.m. $24 in advance, $27 at the door. Return to the golden age of rock and roll and doo-wop music with the Whitesidewalls. The Whiteside-walls Rock n Roll Revue is a celebration of doo-wop, rockabilly, and rock and roll music that will have audiences dancing in their seats. Founder of the group Pat Brown (“Hound Dog”) continues to play guitar, drums, and bass as well as sing, and is the band’s musical director. Dave “Swannee” Swanson sings and plays guitar, sax, and keyboards. Other members of the band are Rocky Beaumont on drums, bass, guitar, and vocals, Gino Gambucci on bass, keyboards, guitar, and vocals, and Bobby Maestro on keyboards, bass, and vocals. The band was inducted into the Mid-American Music Hall of Fame in 2012. 507-932-7616.

Nite Shift, North Star Bar, 503 N Broadway Ave., Rochester. 9:00 p.m. Classic and modern rock.

FoodDinner on the Bluff: You Belize it!, Eagle Bluff Envi-

ronmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Dr., Lanesboro. 5:00 p.m. $25 to $30. Although balancing a tourist-dependent economy with environmental preservation can be challenging, the Central American country of Belize has been able to strike a balance by promoting ecotourism within its borders. We'll discuss the country's progress in the last 20 years to become a powerful resource for experiential learning for college students and other life-long learners. Menu: Belizean fare featuring seafood, rice, beans, citrus, plantains. Pre-registration required. 507-467-2437.

Sport & RecreationDammen Nordic Cross Country Ski Race (8k Classical, 13k

Freestyle, & One-Mile Beginners/Kids Race), Jay C. Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St. NE, Ausitn. 8:00 a.m. Registration is $18 for adults and $8 for kids. Only $5 extra to do both the Classical and Freestyle races. The profits from this event go directly to the Kevin Dammen Mentorship Fund. In the event of race cancel-lation due to poor conditions, entry fees will not be refunded. 507-437-7519.

Audubon Bird Walk, Quarry Hill Nature Center, 701 Silver Creek Rd. NE, Rochester. 9:00 a.m. Free. Join us on a casual walk through Quarry Hill Park. Dress for the weather. Families and children are welcome. Stay for any length of time. Walks usually last about one hour. Bring binoculars if you have them, some are available to borrow from the nature center. Audubon Leaders: Terry & Joyce Grier. 507-328-3950.

Free Family Fun Day, Goodhue County History Center, 1166 Oak St., Red Wing. 12:00 p.m. Hands-on activities, behind-the-scenes tour. 651-388-6024.

2nd Annual Winter Party, Mississippi National Golf Links, 409 Golf Links Dr. Red Wing. 5:00 p.m. $15 food and drink. Live music, door prizes, silent auction, free simulator play. 651-388-4225.

Club Rhythms - Dance, Blue Moon Ballroom, 2030 US Hwy 14 East, Rochester. 7:30 p.m. $10 adults, $5 students. The lesson begins at 7:30, and dacing follows from 8:30 to 11 p.m. Bring your favorite snack to share. 507-288-0556.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 7

Food100% Eagles Cancer Telethon Pancake and French

Toast Breakfast, West Concord American Legion, 133 East Main, West Concord. 7:00 a.m. Suggested donation of $7/adults $5/children. 100% of money donated will go to the Rochester Eagles Cancer Telethon. Pancakes, French toast, Concord Store and Locker sausage, Callister Farm fresh eggs, dessert bar, milk, juice, coffee, and of course great fellowship. 507-456-9727.

Sport & RecreationRoca’s 2nd Anniversary Celebration, Roca Climbing, 6071

Rome Cir. NW, Rochester. 10:00 a.m. Join us for a day of celebra-tion for our 2nd Anniversary! Free cupcakes and food, buy one, get one climbing and/or yoga pass all day. All paying customers will be entered into a raffle for a six-month membership with all gear rental included. Over a $500 value. 507-206-4880.

MONDAY, JANUARY 8

ArtFundamentals of Oil Painting, 125 LIVE Center for

Active Adults, 125 Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 9:30 a.m. $50 Member/$55 Non-Member. Learn more foundation principles about painting with oil paints through examples, discussion and exercises painted in class. Basic lessons in becoming a good painter are taught in a comfortable atmosphere. This is a begin-ning level class, but is open to all levels. Odorless mineral spirits will be used. Artist: Jeanne Licari. 507-287-1404.

Gallery Opening, 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults, 125 Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 5:30 p.m. Join us as we celebrate our third quarterly art exhibit in Gallery 125 LIVE with paintings by Rochester based artists. The evening will have an artist talk, live music, hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. 507-287-1404.

MusicPushing Chain, Lips Atrium, Charlton Building, Mayo Clinic,

Rochester. 12:10 p.m. Harmony for Mayo series. Free.

Wanted! Men Who Like to Sing!, Masonic Center, 2002 2nd St. SW, Rochester. 7:00 p.m. The Rochester Music Men Barbershop Chorus meets Monday evenings. You will be given a guest music folder and seated in the appropriate section of the chorus. An experienced section member will be assigned as a voice to “lean on” and will answer all of your questions. rochestermusicmen.org. 507-244-0095.

Sport & RecreationKnitting Basics, 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults, 125

Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 5:30 p.m. $30 Member/$35 Non-

Annie Mack

What do you get when you combine blues, roots, gospel, country, and soul? A powerful and eclectic mix that is the essence of Annie Mack. With a powerful voice, strong presence, and captivating storytelling ability, Annie Mack is a force to be reckoned with. Following in the footsteps of the Blues Women before her, she makes a genuine connection with her audience. She upholds the tradition of “Testifyin” about the experiences of life.

I F Y O U G OWhen8:00 p.m. Sat, Jan. 6

WhereForager Brewery, 1005 6th St. NW, Rochester

Admission507-261-5497.

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Member. As the air gets crisper and days shorter all we want is to keep warm. What better way to do so than by learning an ancient hand craft that is gaining in modern popularity? This class is for everyone who has always wanted to learn to knit, or has tried to knit without instruction but finds themselves needing some one-on-one time. 507-287-1404.

Zumba Master Class with Ron, Sunset Terrace Elementary School Gym, 1707 19th Ave. NW, Rochester. 6:30 p.m. $5. Let's kick off 2018 right with some fun. Join me for 70 minutes of danc-ing at my first ever Zumba Master Class! Friends, conversation, moving, and feeling great are what it’s all about. Raffles will be held for Zumba shirt give-aways, Zumba CDs, and more. Bring water, shoes with minimal tread, and a smile. 507-529-9567.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 9

ArtLife Drawing, 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults, 125 Elton

Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 6:00 p.m. $5 Member/$10 Non-Member. We meet regularly on Tuesday evenings with a variety of models. Bring your own charcoals, watercolors, or other materials you like to work with. The session is untutored. After each session, we informally review each other’s work. The atmosphere is very relaxed and friendly; all are welcome regardless of experience or ability. Wine and beer will be available for purchase. Advanced registration required. 507-287-1404.

MusicOpen Mic Night, Corona Club, 70 45th Ave. SW, Rochester.

7:00 p.m. $5. Local artists wanted to come out and play at the Corona Club. 507-722-2179.

CommunityUnity English, Autumn Ridge Church, 3611 Salem Rd. SW,

Rochester. 9:15 a.m. Free. A place to learn and practice English. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes.For non-native English speakers 18 yrs or older. Nursery available. Email for more information: [email protected].

Thinking for Change, 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults, 125 Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 10:30 a.m. A presentation on of understanding what motivates us to make healthy decisions and be physically active. 125 LIVE Coach Fred will discuss the benefits of creating change in our lives, and what we can do to be ready for change. 507-287-1404.

Austin Area Grief Support Group, Mower County Senior Center, 400 3rd Ave. NE, Austin. 10:30 a.m. A five week bereave-ment support group for those who have experienced loss will begin at 10:30 a.m. This educational and support group will meet weekly through Tuesday, Feb. 6. This group will include a variety of topics and is open to the public. 507-434-2479, 507-433-5000.

Memory Cafe, Dunn Bros, 120 Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 1:30 p.m. A place for people coping with memory loss and their caregivers to socialize, laugh, and learn in a friendly and under-standing atmosphere. In conjunction with Rochester and MN ACT on Alzheimer’s. Contact Elder Network for more information. 507-285-5272.

Compassionate Friends Monthly Meeting, Bethel Lu-theran Church (ELCA), 810 3rd Ave. SE, Rochester. 7:00 p.m. Grief support group for parents, grandparents, and siblings age 16 and older who have lost a child. 507-288-6430, 651-923-4922.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10

FoodCookBOOK Club, 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults, 125 Elton

Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 12:00 p.m. $6 Member/$12 Non-Member. Join us for a lot of fun in our test kitchen, as we pursue new and exciting ways to cook familiar and wild cuisine with a healthy twist. Class participants get to play an active role in the creation of the recipe, and then we enjoying eating our creation as a group. Advance registration required. 507-287-1404.

Platters and Plates, Oh My!, 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults, 125 Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 1:00 p.m. $30 Member/$35 Non-Member. Learn to make slab-built platters or small plates using slump and drape molds. This one-session hand-building class is a great way to start working in clay, or to try clay techniques that are new to you. Students will learn to use the slab roller, drape and slump clay, and add texture and colored slips to their pieces. Works created during the session will be fired and ready to pick up three weeks later. 507-287-1404.

Sport & RecreationRCTC LIFE Program presents Winter Film: "Miracle on

Ice”, RCTC Heintz Center Rm. HB117, 1926 College View Dr. SE, Rochester. 1:00 p.m. Members free; non-member $3. The fact-based story of how the U.S. Olympic hockey team beat the Soviets at the 1980 Lake Placid, N.Y., winter Olympics, then went on to win the gold medal. 507-280-3157.

Civil War Round Table, History Center of Olmsted County, 1195 West Circle Dr. SW, Rochester. 7:00 p.m. Lanny Witter will talk about “The Civil War in the Dakota Territory.”

Aviation IMC Club, Great Planes Aviation (2nd floor), 7300 Brataas Dr. SW, Rochester. 7:00 p.m. It’s about 15-25 pilots sitting around discussing our aeronautical decision making opinions about how we might handle challenging IMC situations. The idea is to gain knowledge by thinking about potential IFR problems and listening to the ideas of fellow aviators. Its purpose is to pro-mote instrument flying, proficiency, and safety. 507-272-5099.

CommunityPrincess Cafe at the History Center, Mayowood Man-

sion History Center of Olmsted County, 1195 W Circle Dr. SW, Rochester. 9:00 a.m. $2 for nonmembers; free for members. John Weiss presents, “The Wild Zumbro River.” John has been the Post-Bulletin’s outdoors writer since August 1976. He retired at the end of September 2016. He grew up in Brainerd, MN, attended St, John’s University, and worked at a newspaper in the Twin Cities before coming to Rochester in November 1975. 507-282-9447.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 11

MusicBuckets and Tap Shoes, Shattuck St. Mary’s, 1000 Shumway

Ave., Faribault. 7:30 p.m. $18 adults, $11 students. The brother duo bring bucket drumming and dance together for the Fesler-Lampert Performing Art Series. 507-333-1620.

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Open Knit Night

It sure can be fun to mix and mingle with other like-minded folks. Bring your spinning, crochet,weaving, or knitting project and make new friends. This event is a non-tutorial event. Wine and beer will be available for purchase.

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When7:00 p.m. Monday, Jan. 8

Where125 LIVE Center for Active Adults, 125 Elton Hills Dr. NW

AdmissionFree; 507-287-1404

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Rochester Connection Coffee Social, Panera Bread, 825 16th St. SW, Rochester. 10:00 a.m. Looking for Rochester’s best cup of coffee and great conversation? Join Rochester Newcomers Connection Coffee Social! 507-218-8048.

OCGS January Meeting: “Photographic Gems: mining them, polishing them, and displaying them,” History Center of Olmsted County, 1195 West Circle Dr., Rochester. 7:00 p.m. Join Rick Swanson from Fox and Swan Arts as he discusses ways to discover previously unknown family photographs, and how to deal with those that are damaged or in poor condition. He’ll offer examples of how to use them to embellish your family tree and tell your family story. Bring your own favorite photographic gem and share your story of its discovery so others can learn from your success. All who are interested in genealogy are welcome.

Sport & RecreationCoffee and Cameras, 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults,

125 Elton Hills Dr., Rochester. 2:00 p.m. Free member/$8 non-member. We”ll discuss everything photography. Join us no matter your photographic abilities. Feel free to bring your phone if it’s fitted with a camera, or an actual standalone camera. 507-287-1404.

Stand-Up Comedy: OPEN MIC, Goonie’s Comedy Club, Crooked Pint, 2723 Commerce Dr. NW, Rochester. 7:30 p.m. Free. Come eat, drink and laugh. Full service available during the show. [email protected].

CommunityRCTC LIFE Program presents “Super Bowl and Human

Trafficking: What’s the Connection?” with April Elsinger and Sister Mary Eliot Crowley, RCTC Heintz Center Rm. HA112, 1926 College View Dr. SE, Rochester. 1:00 p.m. Member $10; Nonmem-ber $15. With over a million people heading for the major events being held in Minneapolis and Saint Paul prior to and including the Super Bowl, the realities of human sex trafficking will rear their ugly heads in our area. In anticipation, efforts are being made by concerned groups throughout the state to train 10,000 volunteers and persons in service industries to protect women and men who sold at these events for sex. Become informed of efforts being planned and how you could become part of the force against sex trafficking now and during future large gather-ings in our state.507-280-3157.

Sons of Norway Kristiana 1-47, Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 2124 Viola Rd. NE, Rochester. 7:00 p.m. The speaker will be Kristina Lantz with the topic “The Rune Language.” 507-252-1829.

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ArtAll About Printmaking, 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults,

125 Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester. 11:00 a.m. $40 Member/$45 Non-Member. Enjoy the look of the ancient technique of printmaking? Learn how to cut, carve, and print using a linoleum block. Prints can be used for greeting cards or as a work of art you can frame! The first 30 mins of class are instructed. The rest of class you are free to work at your own pace. Artist: Willow Gentile. 507-287-1404.

Criss Angel, Treasure Island Resort & Casino, 5734 Sturgeon Lake Rd., Welch. 8:00 p.m. $115, $95, $80. 800-222-7077.

MusicRochester Music Guild - Lunch & Learn: David Hage-

dorn, Jazz Vibes, Christ United Methodist Church, 400 5th Ave. SW, Rochester. 12:00 p.m. David Hagedorn is an Artist in Resi-dence in the Music Department at St. Olaf College in Northfield, where he teaches percussion, jazz studies, and world music. An optional $10 lunch is available 30 minutes prior to the program.

To reserve a lunch, e-mail [email protected] or call 507-218-1084 and leave a message. rochestermusicguild.org/lunch-learn.

Bryan Bowers Enchants with Traditional Autoharp Music, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Ave., Zumbrota. 7:30 p.m. $20 in advance and $23 day of show. Come to love the autoharp while listening to Bryan Bowers, singer, storyteller and autoharp player. Bryan has been praised for introducing a new generation to the autoharp. 507-732-7616.

Sport & RecreationTrivia Night, St. Pius X Catholic Church, 1315 12th Ave. NW,

Rochester. 6:00 p.m. $15. Trivia Night is a fundraiser for youth projects at St. Pius Church. Sign up as a table of 8 or individually. Doors open at 6:00, play starts at 7:00. Ticket price includes pizza, beer/wine/pop. 507-289-6317.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 13

ArtParkside Art Gallery, Charter House, 211 2nd St. NW, Roch-

ester. 1:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend Charter House’s Parkside Art Gallery featuring artists Rayyan Nassr, Tommie Olson, Maia Merkel, Maika Suzuki, Erin Stoeckig, Rowan Vercnocke, and Genevieve Giguere. Refreshments will be provided along with live music by the Southeastern MN Youth Orchestra. 507-266-8572.

Annual Juried High School Art Show opening reception, Lanesboro Arts Gallery, 103 Parkway Ave. N, Lanesboro. 6:00 p.m. Artwork by students from Chatfield, Fillmore Central, Lanesboro, Rushford-Peterson. 507-467-2446.

MusicSunshine on My Shoulders on a Winter Weekend,

Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Ave., Zumbrota.7:30 p.m. $18 in advance, $22 at the door. Layne Yost pays faithful tribute to the timeless, still-popular music of John Denver. 507-732-7616.

Rochester Chamber Music Society, Christ United Method-ist Church, 400 Fifth Ave. SW, Rochester. 7:30 p.m. Free. Roches-ter’s young artists perform Mozart, Chopin, Brahms, Liszt, others.

Katie Dahl & Rich Higdon, Chatfield Center for the Arts, 405 Main St. South, Chatfield. 7:30 p.m. $20. Wisconsin singer-songwriter Katie Dahl has performed her original songs everywhere from the dusty cliff country of Mali, West Africa, to the winding canals of southern France, to the cedar forests of the American northwoods. The depth and power of Katie’s alto voice, the literate candor of her original songs, and the easy humor of her live performances have earned her numerous songwriting awards. 507-884-7676.

CommunityMindfulness for Life, Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning

Center, 28097 Goodview Dr., Lanesboro. 8:00 a.m. $95 includes $15 materials fee. This one-day mindfulness class will help you learn how to achieve awareness of the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations. We will be exploring the state of being non-judgmental toward ourselves and others. Mindfulness is about waking up from a life on automatic, and being sensitive to our everyday experiences. 507-467-2437.

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There are countless fun things to do in our own

backyard, but they’re often neglected in favor of more

“exotic” adventures in the Twin Cities or beyond. This

year, we’re presenting you with the Bucket List Challenge!

We’ve taken your suggestions and put together 24

different Rochester area activities.

Your challenge: complete them all by December 31,

2018. Snap a picture while you’re at it, and share with us

on Facebook, tag us on Instagram (@507Magazine), and

use the hashtag #rochmnbucketlist. Tear out this page,

hang it on your fridge, keep it folded up in your wallet, we

don’t care; just get out and make some memories!

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TAKE A MAYOWOOD TOUR

PICNIC AT A FREE DOWN BY THE RIVERSIDE CONCERT

SNAP A CORN WATER TOWER SELFIE

GO SWIMMING IN THE KAHLER POOL

VISIT QUARRY HILL NATURE CENTER

GO TUBING IN LANESBORO

HANG OUT ON THE SPORTS DECK AT A HONKERS GAME

TAKE A SELFIE BY THE CIVIC CENTER RAINDROP

CLIMB THE ELBA FIRE TOWER

TAKE A FREE MAYO CLINIC HISTORICAL OR ART TOUR

RENT A NICE RIDE BIKE AND TRAVEL THE TRAILS IN TOWN

EAT AT CHEAP CHARLIE’S FOR BREAKFAST

VISIT FOUR DAUGHTERS

Bucket ListBucket List2018 ROCHESTER

CHALLENGE

TAKE A DAY TRIP TO LAKE PEPIN

LOOK AT ALL THE SCULPTURES ON ART4TRAILS

TAKE ONE OF THE ROCHESTER TROLLEY TOURS

EXPLORE THURSDAYS ON FIRST

TAKE A FOOD TOUR WITH ROCHESTER FOOD TOUR

EAT AT ONE OF THE FOOD TRUCKS

GO FOR A PADDLE BOAT RIDE ON SILVER LAKE

EAT SOME PIZZA ON A FARM (TRY BERNE, DREAMACRES, BLOSSOM HILL, OR SQUASH BLOSSOM FARM)

HAVE A SLICE OF BUNNIES COCONUT CAKE AT CANADIAN HONKER

TOUR THE MINNESOTA MARINE ART MUSEUM

LET YOUR INNER CHILD OUT AT LARK TOYS

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