ArtReach Events Calendar

Approx. date for opening the rink is Jan. 6 but please check back for the official date! 

Open Daily 8am - 10pm | $ FREE $ | Bring your own skates

Open skating with be available at the rink with the exception of these times/events:

Wednesdays:  Stillwater Varsity Skating Team from 5:00 - 7:00pm

Five artists reconsider the expectations of art through patterns, knots, tangles, and weaving. The result is not straightforward, but rather harmonious and skewed.

Our current show Woven Patterns features work from artist Victoria Kosel. Join us on February 2nd for a chance to hear Kosel talk about her process, inspiration, and answer questions from the community.

While you are at the gallery, see Kosel's work along with work by four other artists.

NEW Live Concert experience is launching at the Freight House in downtown Stillwater!

In a new partnership between the Freight House and Twin Cities' music artist and event producer Mick Sterling, the restaurant will be bringing live music to its stage every Thursday and Sunday night from January until May.

ON STAGE AT THE FREIGHT HOUSE tickets do not include dinner. The show is in The Great Hall at The Historic Freight House in Stillwater. You're not required to order dinner, it is an option for you to do so and we hope you do! No outside food or beverage is allowed in the show.

If you plan to have dinner at the ON STAGE AT THE FREIGHT HOUSE,  please make dinner reservations at one of these times, 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30pm so all can be served hopefully by 7 when the music starts.

Thursday - 1/26/2023 - The Lamont Cranston Band - 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Thursday - 2/2/2023 - Mick Sterling - Beautiful Vision - The Essential Songs of Van Morrison - 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Thursday - 2/9/2023 - Mitchell Hall and the Tennessee Trio - Johnny Cash Tribute - 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Tuesday - 2/14/2023 - Courtney Burton -  Valentine's Show - Unforgettable Jazz - 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Wednesday - 2/15/2023 - Mick Sterling and Cate Fierro - Valentine's Show - Vintage Vegas Big Band Celebration - Sinatra, Dean Martin, Judy Garland and more - 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Thursday - 2/16/2023 - Mick Sterling - Valentine's Show - A Billy Joel State of Mind - 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Sunday - 2/19/2023 - The Abbasolutely Fab - The Songs of ABBA - 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Thursday - 2/23/2023 - Mick Sterling - Heart & Soul - The Songs of Huey Lewis and The News - 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Sunday - 2/26/2023 - Joyann Parker - Classic Ladies of Country - 5:30PM - 7:00PM

See performance schedule HERE.

Heidi will be joined in reading by other St. Croix Valley writers, as well as Chrystal Odin of Philadelphia Community Farm (an area nonprofit featured in Heidi’s book) who will share information on the work PCF is doing.

Event is free and open to all, registration preferred

Light Refreshments and books will be available for purchase during the event to support the author and the Natural Heritage Art Centre.

Readers:

Adam Pieri-Johnson
River Maria Urke
Debbie Trantow
Heidi Fettig Parton
Kathleen Melin
Heidi Barr

Presenters:

Chrystal Odin (Philadelphia Community Farm)

Hot cocoa and pre-packaged s’more kits will be available following this family friendly stroll. All ages are welcome. A limited number of snowshoes will be available. Participants are encouraged to bring their own snowshoes or sleds. This stroll will start at the Eagle Point Trailhead and feature the story The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats. FREE with vehicle permit ($7 daily or $30 annual).

That's right folks... LIVE MUSIC IS BACK! Local and talented musicians will be playing live music in Thor’s Hard Cider taproom from 2-5PM every Saturday.

Come for music, stay for hard cider! All of our cider is hand-crafted right here at Aamodt's Apple Farm, with no preservatives - just the good stuff!

For more information on the lineup or to check out our other events, visit thorshardcider.com

FEBRUARY 4, 2023
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
HILLTOP CLASSROOM AND JOSEPH J. CASBY OBSERVATORY
Free event

Come together with fellow artists to learn about business skills that will support your artistic endeavors. The gatherings will encourage conversation around a variety of business topics and will be structured around Springboard for the Arts proven “Work of Art” program. And to ensure there’s some fun involved, seasonal mocktails will enhance your chance to  network with fellow artists.

Each month, Mocktails & Motivation discussions will focus on a different business skill: time management, building a portfolio, marketing, pricing, bookkeeping and more. February’s gathering will focus on Time Management—discover tools and analytical approaches that will help tackle hurdles related to efficiancy and help you reach your artistic goals? Start the new year with a plan and build on it as we move through the Work of Art program in 2023.

Discussions will be led by Syndie Sorensen, ArtReach’s program and marketing manager. In addition to her 10+ years of experience in arts administration, Syndie holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business.

Please join us at Trinity Lutheran Church in Stillwater for the launch of Lorna Landvik's new book, "LAST CIRCLE OF LOVE: A Novel." Lorna will be reading from her new novel, as well as answering questions and signing books. You won't want to miss out! Doors open at 6:30 with the program starting at 7:00p.m. This event is hosted by Valley Bookseller.

Ticket prices are $15 per person and include a $5 shopping coupon for the event. To purchase your ticket, please visit valleybookseller.com, click on the red BUY TICKETS button and follow the prompts.

LAST CIRCLE OF LOVE:  A funny, heartwarming story about a feisty group of women who shake,  spice, and heat things up with a “recipe” book for romance, from the bestselling author of Angry Housewives Eating Bon Bons.

About the author:  Lorna Landvik is the author of thirteen novels, including PATTY JANE’S HOUSE OF CURL, ANGRY HOUSEWIVES EATING BON BONS and CHRONICLES OF A RADICAL HAG.  Many of her novels have appeared on national best-seller lists with several having been optioned by movie companies.  Also a playwright, public speaker and performer, Lorna has appeared on many stages, and has even made margaritas on some of them.

Fall in love while learning to decorate these adorable sugar cookies. You will truly love the step-by-step guided instruction and troubleshooting as you pipe this playful love story. All tools and supplies provided. All ages welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult). Pipe like a pro inside the beautiful brick and mortar bakery 'Sara's Tipsy Pies' in Stillwater. Sara and her staff will be there serving up her state fair famous pies and treats as well as beverages.

Locally grown produce directly from the growers to the consumer. Baked goods, artisan foods confections and, handcraftsman, and other products offered are produced locally as well.

Come and celebrate Valentine's at the Winter Market! Locally grown produce directly from the growers to the consumer. Baked goods, artisan foods confections and, handcraftsman, and other products offered are produced locally as well.

Come celebrate the warmth of true love and friendship while you enjoy an artful and romantic meal with your loved ones.

House Wines & Champagne are included in your evening. Beers, Liquor & Drinks available for purchase from bar with cash or card. Bar Opens 6.30pm and Closes by 10.30pm.

We plan to have some live music as part of this dinner event.

Join us for a special Valentine's performance of the Marine Candlelight Series. Our last concert of the season is not to be missed.  Featuring Minnesota's renowned Flamenco Dance Company-Zorongo.  Traditional Flamenco dancers with Spanish guitar.  Catered Cash bar and refreshments after the concert.

Join us for our annual Winterfest downtown Stillwater! There will be winter games and events, and special deals with different downtown shops and restaurants. We encourage you to come down for this long weekend event. Don't miss out on the magic of Stillwater in the winter!

Please see SCHEDULE OF EVENTS for the most updated version.

Love is in the air with the most romantic jazz standards spanning the decades, celebrating the love songs of Dinah Washington, Peggy Lee, and Ella Fitzgerald. Come dance to jazz ballads including "Misty," "Fever," "Teach Me Tonight," "My Funny Valentine,” and the iconic "Unforgettable.”

Court's in Session's music will transport you to a bygone era.. Backed by four amazing musicians, Courtney’s rich vocals set the mood for a perfect date night in Stillwater!
The Freight House is the place to be on Valentine's Day. Get your tickets today!

Soon to be Winterfest's favorite tradition, Stillwater's Got Talent will fill you with joy, laughter, and maybe even tears. Join us as competitors young and old sing, dance, and perform with their unique talents. Perhaps you've got talent. If so, enter into the Winterfest competition.

Divisions: All acts compete in one of three different divisions.
Division 1: Ages 17 and younger
Division 2: Ages 18 and older
Division 3: Group, Duo, or combination of ages
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Join us for our annual "Cabin Fever" Craft & Vendor Show on February 25 at the elegant Oak Glen Golf & Event Center in Stillwater.  We have great crafters, vendors, gifts of all kinds. Let us give you a break from the winter blues with our tropical themed atmosphere and the cash bar is open too.  Check out all the new things our vendors have for 2023!    Open from 10am – 4pm.  Share our facebook event and meet up with those friends you haven’t seen all winter!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1193158284960076

Save the date and get your ticket today!

We will start announcing vendors and any prize offerings throughout the month.

The Stillwater Wedding Experience wedding fair is open to any and all couples! This is a great opportunity to mingle with vendors and get decor ideas - whether you are tying the knot in Stillwater or elsewhere, newly engaged or wrapping up planning!

Mimosa and Bloody Mary specials! Full bar available for purchase!

Giveaways as of December 21st include:

Complimentary engagement ring photo - Studio J Photography 

$200 towards wedding printing + 50 free postcard Save the Dates (minimum 75) - UPS Store- Minnetonka & St. Louis Park

Grand Prizes as of December 21st include:

$2,000 off JX room rental

$1,500 off Loft room rental

Additional Details:

-Public ramp parking is available on 2nd Street

-Venue is handicapped accessible

-Purchase tickets ahead of time or at the door (cash only)

Book By Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell
Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick
John H. Potter Theater

Welcome to the Renaissance! Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing, and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.

Best for audiences ages 13 and over.