Art Exhibit: Lisa Becker, Connie Bickman
Crossings at Carnegie, Apr. 29-Jun. 3, & May. 3-8, 10-14, 17-22, 24-29, 31-Jun. 4
2010
Description
Lisa Becker's paintings of the human form and Connie Bickman's photo-based collages entice the viewer to look deeper.
An artists reception will be Saturday, May 1, at 7 p.m.
Time: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 10am-5pm, Th 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-4pm
Price: Free Admission
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Five Centuries of Medicine in Art
Rochester Art Center, May. 5-9, 12-16, 19-23, 26-30 & Jun. 2-6, 9-13,
2010
Description
This exhibition will feature art from the collection of Bruce and Lois Fye. It features more than 250 prints and engravings depicting a broad range of medical themes.
Time: Wed., Fri., & Sat. 10am-5pm, Thurs. 10am-9pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm
Price: $5 adults, $3 seniors age 62 and up, Free for children, students, members, and Olmsted County Residents
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Karaoke
Clarion Inn, May. 5-8, 12-15, 19-22, 26-29 & Jun. 2-5, 9-12,
2010
Description
Every Wed-Sat night!
Time: 9pm-2am
Price: Free
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1776
Rochester Repertory Theatre, May. 6-8, 13-15, 20-22
2010
Description
A musical telling of the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Time: 8pm
Price: $22
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Red Wing High School Musical
Sheldon Theatre, May. 6-9
2010
Description
Time: Thur & Fri @ 7pm; Sat @ 2pm & 7pm
Price: Adults $19, Students $12
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Gold Rush
Graham Park, May. 7-9 & Aug. 20-22 & Sep. 17-19
2010
Description
1500 Dealers from across the United States will be displaying their wares.
Price: Free Admission
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Nature Kids at Quarry Hill Nature Center
Quarry Hill Nature Center, May. 8
2010
Description
Geared for 4 & 5 year olds. Outdoor adventures, art time, story and a healthy snack await children and their adult partner. pre-registration required.
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 Noon
Price: $10 per adult/child pair per session
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Silver Jubilee Concert
Lourdes Chapel at Assisi Heights, May. 8
2010
Description
Come and find out as CAE closes its Silver Anniversary season with a concert celebrating the many ingredients that have produced twenty-five seasons of choral music.
Time: 8pm
Price: Preferred $25; General Adult $15; General Student $10
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Deer Creek Speedway Points Night
Deer Creek Speedway , May. 8, 15, 22 & Jul. 10
2010
Description
Stock car races.
Time: 5 pm
Price: $12 Adults, Children 12 and under Free
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Assisi Heights Tour
Assisi Heights, May. 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24,
2010
Description
Assisi Heights is home of the Sisters of St. Francis. Tours available every Monday and Saturday. Please call to make a reservation.
Time: 2pm
Price: Donations accepted
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Mayowood Mansion Tour
Mayowood Mansion, May. 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25,
2010
Description
A National Historic Site. The home of Drs. CH and CW Mayo. The three-story Italian villa, with various gardens, was home to three generations of the Mayo family. Tour guides relate personal anecdotes while showing the heirloom collectibles and furnishings in each room. Purchase tickets at the entrance gate 20 minutes before the tour. Call for tour availability.
Time: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm
Price: Adults: $12, Youth 15 and under: $5
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Hooray for Saturday! Family Films: Johnny Appleseed & Paul Bunyan
Rochester Public Library, May. 8
2010
Description
Two favorite American folk heroes come to life through the colorful animation of Walt Disney.
Time: 10:30am
Price: Free
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Rain Barrel Painting Party
Rochester Public Library, May. 8
2010
Description
Participants will paint rain barrels that will be given away via drawings during the Think Green Fair on June 26. Register online, at the Fiction, Movies & Music Desk or by calling 328-2305.
Time: 1pm
Price: Free
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Killer Hayseeds
Wicked Moose Bar & Grill, May. 8
2010
Description
Killer Hayseeds are a popular country cover band that has performed with the likes of The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and more.
Time: 9pm-1am
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Robert Coats
Canadian Honker Restaurant, May. 8
2010
Description
Playing acoustic folk, country and bluegrass.
Time: 8pm
Price: No cover
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Turkey Calling
Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo, May. 8
2010
Description
Listen and you can hear a thundering gobble crack the silence of a spring forest. Venture out with a naturalist to invade the wild turkey territory and talk turkey. (Ages 5 and up)
Time: 10am
Price: Free
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Coffee with Coffee Table Books Sale
Rochester Public Library, May. 8
2010
Description
On May 8, join the Friends of the Library Bookstore in the Rochester Public Library foyer for the "Coffee with Coffee Table Books Sale." Each coffee table book is only $5.00. Sale goes from noon till 4:00 PM
Time: 12pm-4pm
Price: Each coffee table book is only $5!
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Rochester Downtown Farmers Market
Rochester Downtown Farmers Market, May. 8, 15, 22, 29 & Jun. 5, 12,
2010
Description
The Rochester Downtown Farmers Market has a wide selection of locally grown produce, meats, plants & flowers, baked goods, cheese, eggs, preserves and specialty items from a host of neighboring farmers. Music and performances, chef demos, Master Gardeners and special events throughout the season.
Time: 7:30am-Noon
Price: Free Admission
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Ward Anderson, Paul Strickland
Goonie's Comedy Club, May. 8
2010
Description
Live Comedy
Time: 7:30pm & 10pm
Price: $13 advance, $15 at the door
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Defuze
Rookie's Sports Grill & Bar, May. 8 & Jun. 12
2010
Description
Live Music
Time: 9pm
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Spring Girl's Day Away
Cannon River Winery, May. 8
2010
Description
Local vendors, clothes, soaps, jewelry, chocolate, and wine!
Time: 10am - 5pm
Price: Free
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Ancient Olmsted Exhibit Open House
History Center of Olmsted County, May. 8
2010
Description
The exhibit, originally opened in 2008, showcases the Schumann Cache and highlights our ancient pioneers, coming from the east and west.
Time: 9am-5pm
Price: Free
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Civic Live: Americana Showcase
Rochester Civic Theatre, May. 8
2010
Description
Join us for the last concert of 2010 Winter/Spring Americana Showcase series. Featuring:Ray Wylie Hubbard, Dana Cooper, Six Mile Grove
Time: 7:30pm
Price: $17.50 in advance/ $22 at the door
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Signature Steps
Soldier's Field, May. 8
2010
Description
Join the Rochester Area Family Y for the AmeriCorps LEAP Signature Steps 1-Mile Walk to plant strong foundations. Sign-up begins at 9:00 am, and the first 50 families will receive a participation bag and t-shirt. Raffle prizes to the Guthrie Theater and to local restaurants will be awarded. All families with pre-k children are welcome to participate in the walk, planting the YMCA garden, snacks, and more! Signature Steps is a free community event.
Time: 9am- 12pm
Price: Free
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Rochester Cup Volleyball Festival
National Volleyball Center, Century High School & UCR Field House , May. 8-9
2010
Description
12th Annual Rochester Cup Volleyball Festival
Age: 14's &16's
Time: Various
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Mother's 5k Cross Country Trail Run
Eastwood Park , May. 8
2010
Description
Join us for the 3rd annual Mother's 5k Cross Country Trail Run. This run is a fun and challenging mixture of open grass, ski trails and single track. It's mostly flat but there will be enough twist and turns and a few hills to keep you on your toes.
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Music at Salem Glen - Miles Johnston Trio
Salem Glen Winery, May. 8
2010
Description
Stop by for a glass of wine and enjoy some live Jazz with Miles Johnston - cornet, Mike James will be on guitar and Bob Gardner will be on bass.
Time: 2pm-5pm
Price: No cover
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