ArtReach Events Calendar

A House Unbuilt is presenting The Water Where We Live, a unique collaborative exhibition between 13 regional artists and the Brown’s Creek Watershed District from January 24 - April 18, 2024.

The exhibition is a collaborative project organized by Victoria Bradford Styrbicki and the Brown’s Creek Watershed District, with a reception, co-hosted by Megan Miller Fine Art. The reception on March 6 from 4-7pm will feature an arts/conservation dialogue as well as guest speaker Angie Hong, highlighting her new book Exploring the St. Croix River Valley: Adventures on and off the Water. The exhibition will be open for viewing Mondays through Fridays from 10am - 3pm or by appointment at A House Unbuilt’s Art & Water Space (321 Main Street S (second floor), Stillwater, MN 55082).

The Water Where We Live is part of A House Unbuilt’s ongoing water stewardship initiative. Through the work of watershed districts, conservation management, citizen advocacy, and creativity we can raise awareness about the public’s role in maintaining clean water and how we pursue that at higher levels of municipal and state government. To that end, The Water Where We Live will amplify the hidden stories living in our watershed as well as the ways we can protect the water that flows there.

Opening January 24, 2025, A House Unbuilt’s Art & Water Space in Downtown Stillwater will host a unique exhibition featuring a selection of 13 works on paper that have been created in response to stories and descriptions of the unique organisms living in the watershed. Additionally, the Art & Water Space will host a “water bar,” featuring a tasting of regional drinking water sources, as an activity to spur awareness of our impacts on our waterways.

A 2023 Supreme Court decision revoked the Clean Water Act’s power to protect approximately two-thirds of the nation’s wetlands and millions of miles of rain-fed streams. Many states don’t have their own legal protections for these waters. In states with strong laws, polluting industries are taking action to weaken them. According to a March 2024 GALLUP poll, pollution of drinking water tops environmental worries in the US. The National Wildlife Federation suggests our best approach as advocates of waterways is to advance a message of clean drinking water, which will simultaneously amplify the other concerns that people are apparently less worried about, such as pollution of water bodies, contamination of soil and water by toxic waste, climate change, air pollution, loss of rainforests, and extinction of plants and animals. Through this immersive installation and project collaboration, we can have an impact on clean water in our community, raising awareness and changing behavior.

“The Brown’s Creek Watershed District is excited to partner with the local artists to celebrate the community of unique creatures that call this watershed home, “ said Karen Kill, BCWD Administrator. “The Water Where We Live will give people a new perspective, helping to raise awareness about the issues that impact the watershed and how we can support the health and resilience of our waterways.”

The advocacy action of The Water Where We Live is complemented by a Congressional advocacy action, related to Conservation programs in the 2025 Farm Bill.

A House Unbuilt and its Art & Water Space 

A House Unbuilt works at the intersection of arts, policy and engagement along the Mississippi River Watershed. As a collaborative organization, we work with others to move people into action around the issues of art, water, and ecology through creativity. Learn more about A House Unbuilt at www.ahouseunbuilt.com. The Water Where We Live is made possible by the generous support of the Brown’s Creek Watershed District. For more information visit www.ahouseunbuilt.com/watershed. 

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Those who raise us leave lasting impressions, whether we realize it or not. Painter Cory Favre, photographer Samantha Rickner, and interdisciplinary artist Anna Carlson give us a glimpse into that relationship between parent and child from all sides. Their stories of non-linear healing, distorted memories, and ignored emotional labor are brought to foreground.

On View: February 20-March 29, 2025

Reception: Sunday, February 23, from 2-4pm

Gallery Hours: Wed-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 12-4pm

FREE & OPEN TO EVERYONE

Join us at the Gasthaus on Aschermittwochen (Ash Wednesday, March 5th) and every Friday during Lent thru and including Karfreitag (Good Friday, April 18th). Our Lenten fish special is three healthy pieces of Kabeljau (cod) served alongside Kartoffelbrei (mashed potatoes) and Krautsalat (coleslaw) all for just $24.

Food and beverages will be available for purchase, and please note that outside food and beverages are not permitted.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Get ready for a night of twists, turns, and tantalizing mystery! The Murder Mystery Co. by Scott Cramton welcomes you to a thrilling mystery experience where every clue brings you closer to the truth—or deeper into suspicion. Mingle with intriguing suspects, uncover shocking secrets, and savor a mouthwatering three-course meal. But watch out—you could end up as the cold-blooded killer! Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of suspense and laughter. Grab your tickets now!

Participate in a new mystery every month! From the glitz of 1930s Hollywood in “Best Laid Plans” to the roaring 1920s with “Death of a Gangster”, each event offers unforgettable thrills. Boogie at a 1950s sock hop, solve a 90s crime in “Good Riddance”, or celebrate the season with “The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year”. Whether it's a billionaire’s masquerade, a 1980s bash, or a chilling wedding-themed whodunit, there’s a unique mystery waiting for you. Mark your calendar and join the fun—each month brings a fresh adventure!

Soma yoga is a very gentle and slow-paced practice to decrease tension in chronically tight areas, focusing on alignment and stability when finding our classic asanas (yoga poses). This is a great practice to “reset” our bodies for improved mobility, stability and function.

Learn a series of gentle somatic movements to relieve tension in chronically tight areas and find your best classic asana variation for a practice that is generous and kind to your body.

Please note this class will meet the following Saturdays:
Jan/Feb Series:  Jan 4, 11, 18, 25, Feb 1, 8, 2025

Drop ins welcome.  Cost will be $12 per session payable before class.

Students are asked to bring:

mat
strap
pillow or bath towel
Water bottle encouraged!

Skill Level
Beginner, or those wanting to include a gentle reset practice for their bodies

Age Requirement
Students ages 18 and older are welcome to attend this class.

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St., Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details
Tuition: $60 for the January and February sessions.

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance a teacher’s need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible!

Your ticket includes your first glass of beer, wine, or cider. Space is limited

Theme: Syrup Season

Space is limited and reservations are required, please call CNC at 651-437-4359.

Location: Carpenter Nature Center Wisconsin Campus - 279 South Cove Road, Hudson, WI 54016

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Program Fee: $6 per child or $4 per child for ‘Friends of CNC.’

ST. PATRICK’S DAY WEEKEND 2025

Thursday, March 13th - Monday, March 17th, 2025
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend with Water Street Inn and Charlie’s Irish Pub! Enjoy live music, delicious food and drink specials, and room packages all weekend long.
Thursday, March 13th:5:00 PM - 9:00 PM: 5-Course Irish Whiskey & Cigar Dinner. View the full menu and make a reservation here: https://waterstreetinn.us/.../5-course-cigar-and-irish.../

Here's the live music schedule to get you in the festive spirit:
Friday, March 14th:7:00 PM – 11:00 PM: Prank Williams and the Broken Spoke
Saturday, March 15th:Noon – 3:00 PM: Tom Dahill3:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Hounds of Finn2:30 PM – 5:30 PM: Fiddle and Flannels6:00 PM – 10:00 PM: The Dregs7:30 PM – 11:30 PM: Prank Williams and the Broken Spoke
Sunday, March 16th:3:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Inland Seas6:30 PM – 10:00 PM: Legacy
Monday, March 17th:Noon – 3:00 PM: Paul & Lorraine3:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Legacy7:30 PM – 11:30 PM: Prank Williams and the Broken Spoke2:30 PM – 5:30 PM: Fiddle and Flannels6:00 PM – 10:00 PM: The Dregs
Learn more: https://waterstreetinn.us/calendar/

Theme: Syrup Season

Space is limited and reservations are required, please call CNC at 651-437-4359.

Location: Carpenter Nature Center Minnesota Campus, 12805 St. Croix Trail South, Hastings MN 55033

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Program Fee: $6 per child or $4 per child for ‘Friends of CNC.’

Celebrate with our green wine by the glass!
A free sample of  green wine will be added to each paid wine flight.
https://www.scvwines.com/copy-of-events

Hailed as the best corned beef and cabbage in the state, the Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter will be begin serving its St. Patrick's Day meal again in 2025.  Space in our dining rooms is limited, so make sure to get your reservations in for March 15th and 16th!

Back again for another St. Paddy's Day, the Blarney Blowout continues its raucously good tradition with two acts this year! Expect a killer acoustic set (seems proper, given the holiday) from high-energy Saint Paul Irish/Folk rock band Broken Spoke. Keeping with the theme of the past couple years we have DRINK 182 bringing in the 90's and touching a special place in our souls - and we will definitely be in a state to sing along! Prizes for best dressed, green beer if you want it, good times guaranteed.
Doors + Broken Spoke @ 5:30pm | Drink 182 @ 7:00pm

Grab your friends and stop on by!

Date: Saturday, March 15th

Time: 7pm (doors & drink specials), 8pm (music) + 11pm (event ends)

Location: Loft 214 (214 Main Street South, Stillwater, MN 55082)

DJs Lyzardo will tee you up for your moment of rock stardom!

Admission:

General Admission & All Ages- FREE! Please RSVP!

Please note that limited seating is available. Enjoy wine and tap specials all night! Event is all ages. Full bar available for purchase. Ask our bartender about fun mocktail & cocktails! Outside food permitted.
*Cheer on, join from the audience, get a taste of the spotlight as you sing your heart out!*

Registration:

Sign up for your chance to perform your favorite song and arrive early!

Questions? Email [email protected]

Learn about the choices that are made when designing cover art for books including Kevin Wilson’s Nothing to See Here, this year’s NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley selection. For one week at each location, this touring exhibition will feature an interactive element for readers of all ages. Reveal 5 alternative book covers by making rubbings of artworks by St. Croix Valley artists including: Jennifer Anderson, Mimi Exon, Diana Hatchitt, Peter Jadoonath and Carrie Katzenmeyer.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.

NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley is presented by ArtReach St. Croix in conjunction with core program partners including Valley Bookseller, Hazelden Betty Ford, Franconia Sculpture Park, Stillwater Public Library and other libraries located between St. Croix Falls, WI and Hastings, MN.

Join us for an evening of literary fun on Thursday, March 20th 5pm at the Lowell Inn. Literature Lovers' Night Out is featuring four powerhouse female authors:

Christi Clancy - THE SNOWBIRDS
Laurie L. Dove - MASK OF THE DEER WOMAN
Andrea Eames - A HARVEST OF HEARTS
Nancy Johnson - PEOPLE OF MEANS

Tickets are $15 and include a $5 shopping coupon to be used at the event. Books will be available for purchase and there will be a cash bar.

Grab your friends and stop on by - 2 dates added!

Date: March 1st and March 22nd, 2025

Time: 7:30pm (doors), 8pm (music) + 11pm (event ends)

Location: Loft 214 (214 Main Street South, Stillwater, MN 55082)

DJs Lyzardo will tee you up for your moment of rock stardom!

Admission:

General Admission & All Ages- FREE! Please RSVP!

Please note that limited seating is available. Enjoy wine and tap specials all night! Event is all ages. Full bar available for purchase. Ask our bartender about fun mocktail & cocktails! Outside food permitted.
*Cheer on, join from the audience, get a taste of the spotlight as you sing your heart out!*

Registration:

Sign up for your chance to perform your favorite song and arrive early!

Questions? Email [email protected]

Grab your friends and stop on by!

Date: March 22nd, April 5th, April 19th, May 2nd

Time: 7:30pm (doors), 8pm (music) + 11pm (event ends)

Location: Loft 214 (214 Main Street South, Stillwater, MN 55082)

DJs Lyzardo will tee you up for your moment of rock stardom!

Admission:

General Admission & All Ages- FREE! Please RSVP!

Please note that limited seating is available. Enjoy wine and tap specials all night! Event is all ages. Full bar available for purchase. Ask our bartender about fun mocktail & cocktails! Outside food permitted.
*Cheer on, join from the audience, get a taste of the spotlight as you sing your heart out!*

Registration:

Sign up for your chance to perform your favorite song and arrive early!

Questions? Email [email protected]

Learn about the choices that are made when designing cover art for books including Kevin Wilson’s Nothing to See Here, this year’s NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley selection. For one week at each location, this touring exhibition will feature an interactive element for readers of all ages. Reveal 5 alternative book covers by making rubbings of artworks by St. Croix Valley artists including: Jennifer Anderson, Mimi Exon, Diana Hatchitt, Peter Jadoonath and Carrie Katzenmeyer.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.

NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley is presented by ArtReach St. Croix in conjunction with core program partners including Valley Bookseller, Hazelden Betty Ford, Franconia Sculpture Park, Stillwater Public Library and other libraries located between St. Croix Falls, WI and Hastings, MN.

Pre-registration required: Register Online or RSVP to Jen Vieth at [email protected].

Location: Online ZOOM presentation – Link sent upon registration

Program Fee: This event is FREE, but donations to one or both of the non-profit organizations are encouraged.

Co-hosted by the Minnesota Ornithologists’ Union and Carpenter Nature Center

Learn about Minnesota birds from the comfort of your home! Join MOU and CNC online for presentations from regional bird experts, passionate birders, and educators. Presentations are 20-25 minutes each with 5-10 minutes of Q&A. Pre-registration for this event is required to receive the zoom link.

Paintings by Lindstrom resident Rachel Coyne are described by a shockingly short artist statement: “her work focuses on women and taboo emotions – particularly anger.”