Explore Minnesota Events Report for November 7

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Explore Minnesota Events Report for November 7

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NORTHERN MINNESOTA

Lutsen Resort, in the city of Lutsen, will be the site of the 17TH ANNUAL BLUEGRASS MUSIC EVENT on Saturday, November 10. This annual bluegrass event includes a Rhythm Workshop, Vocal Workshop, jam session and concert. For more information, dial 218/663-7212, or check out www.lutsenresort.com

The EDMUND FITZGERALD BEACON LIGHTING will be held Saturday and Sunday, November 10 & 11, at Split Rock Lighthouse in Two Harbors. In addition to the lighting of the beacon, there will be information about the shipwreck, and a bell ceremony to commemorate the loss of Lake Superior's most famous ship and crew. For further information, dial 218/226-6372, or visit www.mnhs.org/splitrock

A variety of events will be offered in and around the city of Bemidji on Saturday, November 10, with a SNOWSPORTS OPEN HOUSE SKI & SNOWBOARD SWAP at Buena Vista Ski Area, a HOLIDAY BAZAAR at the First Presbyterian Church, and the annual CRAFT & BAKE SALE at the Eagles Club. And on Sunday, November 11, head to the Bemidji Senior Center for a TRIBUTE TO VETERANS. To learn more about any of these events, dial 1-800-458-2223, or check out www.bemidji.org

The WINTERER’S GATHERING & ARCTIC FILM FESTIVAL will be held Thursday through Sunday, November 15-18, at the North House Folk School in Grand Marais. This educational event celebrates the crafts, customs, landscape, history and stories of winter travel and traditional life ways in the north. Winter travel enthusiasts and northern culture admirers will enjoy four days of winter travel seminars, courses and workshops, complimented by evenings of inspiring and thought-provoking international films about arctic life. To find out more, dial 1-888-387-9762, or visit www.northhousefolkschool.com

The Ralph Engelstad Arena in Thief River Falls will be the site of a HOLIDAY FAIR on Saturday, November 17, with 40-50 craftspeople participating. Afterwards, head to the Eagles Club for a spaghetti supper, bingo, a consignment auction, white elephant auction, and meat raffles at A TASTE OF ITALY. For more information, dial 1-800-827-1629, or check out www.visitthiefriverfalls.com

The EAST MEETS WEST DRYLAND CHALLENGE DOG SLED RACES will be held Saturday and Sunday, November 17 & 18, at the Brainerd International Raceway in the city of Brainerd. This dryland sled dog competition features mushers and their sled dogs competing on a dirt trail by pulling mountain bikes, three-wheel carts and two-wheel scooters. There’s even an event for runners harnessed to their dogs. Last year’s event attracted 88 teams from throughout the United States and Canada, and even a Jamaican Team, sponsored by singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffet, that will also be competing this year! For further information, dial 1-866-444-4455, or visit www.isdra-dryland-racing.info

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TWIN CITIES GREATER METROPOLITAN VICINITY

The American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis will be the site of A NORDIC CHRISTMAS through Sunday, January 6. Come discover the holiday traditions of Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Iceland and Finland, with decorated trees and table settings. This year's theme is "Christmas of Light." The ILLUMINATION OF A SAINT: THE LEGEND OF SANTA LUCIA will also be offered through January 6, with photographs and story panels detailing Lucia's beginnings as a fourth-century Christian martyr, the legends surrounding her, and how the holiday is celebrated today. And on November 17, enjoy music, food, gifts, books, craft activities and more during A CHRISTMAS FAIR. For more information, dial 612/871-4907, or visit www.americanswedishinst.org

The AUTUMN FESTIVAL, AN ARTS & CRAFTS AFFAIR will be held Thursday through Sunday, November 8–11, at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. This annual arts and craft show features over 500 artists and craftspeople from 30 states. In addition, there will be live entertainment, and plenty of food and refreshments. And be sure to register for $30 gift certificates which will be awarded hourly! For further information, dial 952/445-7223, or check out www.canterburypark.com

The Historic Grainbelt Bottling House in Northeast Minneapolis will be the site of the 8TH ANNUAL FALL FINE ARTS FESTIVAL, Friday through Sunday, November 9–11, with 150 members displaying their artwork in the main floor atrium. And on Friday, November 9th, enjoy an opening reception and party featuring celebrity juror and arts advocate Robyne Robinson of Fox 9 News, as well as refreshments, tours of artist studios, and a raffle for prizes from area businesses and artists. To find out more, dial 612/788-1679, or visit www.NEMAA.org

The 27TH ANNUAL ARTISAN FAIR will be held Saturday and Sunday, November 10 & 11, at the Old Depot in Taylors Falls. In addition to fine artwork, enjoy live Celtic music on Saturday, and live folk music on Sunday. To learn more, dial 715/294-2868, or check out www.taylorsfallchamber.org

The Minneapolis Convention Center in downtown Minneapolis will be the site of the MID-AMERICA REMODELING & DESIGN EXPO, November 10 & 11. Featured will be home remodeling and design professionals, as well as hundreds of related products and services. Bring your plans, pictures and color swatches to share with the pros! For more information, dial 612/798-7256, or visit www.101expos.com

And just some of the upcoming concerts and performances will include:
DISNEY PRESENTS THE LION KING at the Historic Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, through November 25
KID ROCK at The Myth in Maplewood, November 8
STEPHEN LYNCH at the Pantages Theatre in Minneapolis, November 10
A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION with GARRISON KEILLOR at the Historic State Theatre in Minneapolis, November 10
CELTIC WOMEN at the Excel Energy Center in St. Paul, November 16
KEITH URBAN at the Excel Energy Center, November 17
THE CRIBS at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, November 21
DANE COOK at the Target Center in Minneapolis, November 23
LEO KOTTKE at the Historic State Theatre, November 24
THE REPLACEMENTS BOOK RELEASE PARTY at First Avenue in Minneapolis, November 28
CHICAGO at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, November 30
THE CULT at The Myth, November 30
MOSCOW BALLET'S GREAT RUSSIAN NUTCRACKER at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, December 1
MODEST MOUSE at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, December 3
THE BLENDERS at the Pantages Theatre, December 7
THE KDWB JINGLE BALL 2007 at the Target Center, December 7
DISNEY'S HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE ICE TOUR at the Xcel Energy Center, December 13-16
THE HOLIDAY PAGEANT at the Pantages Theatre, December 17
LOYCE HOULTON'S NUTCRACKER FANTASY at the Historic State Theatre, December 20-24
SOUL ASYLUM at First Avenue, December 21
PETER OSTROUSHKO at the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul, December 22
The GEAR DADDIES at the Fine Line Music Cafe in Minneapolis, December 28
TRAMPLED BY TURTLES at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, December 31
VH1'S ROCK OF LOVE NEW YEARS EVE with BRET MICHAELS at The Myth, December 31
BARRY MANILOW at the Xcel Energy Center, January 11, 2008
SESAME STREET LIVE : WHEN ELMO GROWS UP at the Target Center, January 16, 2008
THE 2008 US FIGURE SKATING CHAMPIONSHIPS at the Xcel Energy Center, January 20, 2008
B.B. KING at Mystic Lake Casino & Hotel in Prior Lake, February 5, 2008
JERSEY BOYS at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, March 19-April 20, 2008
MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT at the Historic Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, May 27, 2008
For further information on any of these performances or events, please contact Ticketmaster at 651/989-5151

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SOUTHERN MINNESOTA

CHRISTMAS AT HISTORIC MAYOWOOD will be offered Fridays through Tuesdays, through November 18, at the Historic Mayowood Mansion in Rochester. The mansion will be festively decorated for the holiday season by area clubs, businesses and individuals. Enjoy room interpretation by guides and docents, followed by light refreshments and a trip to the gift shop. Visitors will need to carpool from the History Center to the Mayowood. Reservations are required. For rates and times, dial 507/282-9447, or visit www.olmstedhistory.com

Bluff Valley Campground in Zumbro Falls will be the site of a LIGHT MAZE & KTTC LIGHTS AT BLUFF VALLEY, the first autumn season drive-thru light show, through November 25. Highlights include a 1 1/2-mile drive-through light tour, with 19 theme areas featuring over 450 light displays. In addition, enjoy nightly live entertainment, wagon rides, and Pepsi NightLight Park & Play activities, including nightlight glow-in-dark miniature golf, disc golf and basketball golf. For rates and times, dial 1-877-GO-SEE-IT, or check out www.BluffValley.com

The 35TH ANNUAL NORSEFEST will be held Thursday through Sunday, November 8–11, in the city of Madison. Just some of the festivities will include Norsky Outhouse Racing, a talent show, lutefisk eating contest, a lutefisk supper, Norsky Bowling, pancake breakfast, and Scandinavian art fair with demonstrations. For more information, dial 320/598-7301, or visit www.madisonmn.info

The city of New Ulm will offer a SHOPPING OPENER WEEKEND on Friday and Saturday, November 9 & 10. This collection of events includes the Taste of New Ulm, a Women's Expo & Craft Show, other area craft shows, special sales and promotions, the induction of Prince into the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame, a Cocktail Cruise, a performance by comedian Susan Vass, and much more! For further information, dial 1-888-4-NEW-ULM, or check out www.shoppingnewulm.com

A HOLIDAY SAMPLER ON THE TOWN will be offered throughout the city of Blue Earth, November 9 & 10, with the newest in entertaining, decorating and gift giving for the Holiday Season! In addition, enjoy holiday treats, strolling carolers, horse and carriage rides, and a chance to win the grand prize gift package. To find out more, dial 507/526-2916, or visit www.blueearthchamber.com

The Alltel Center in Mankato will be the site of the 4TH ANNUAL DEEP VALLEY BOOK FESTIVAL on Saturday, November 10. This festival features Minnesota authors, illustrators, publishers, literary organizations, hundreds of books, a silent auction, live music, and dozens of programs and activities for the entire family. Afterwards, consider heading to the nearby Tavern on the Avenue for the BUD LIGHT MAVERICK COMEDY CONTEST, to see professional touring comedians competing for cash and prizes. To learn more, dial 1-800-697-0652, or check out www.greatermankato.com

A TUNDRA SWAN WATCH BUS TOUR will be offered Saturday, November 17 at the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge in Winona. Come see migrating tundra swans and other waterfowl on the upper Mississippi River. Interpreters will be on-board to answer questions, with binoculars, spotting scopes, a box lunch and brochures provided. Reservations are required by November 9. For rates and times, dial 1-888-291-5719, or check out www.fws.gov/midwest/UpperMississippiRiver
 "The information in this report is provided courtesy of Explore Minnesota Tourism."