Events for June 2026
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Sat, Sep 26 @ 10:30 am
Sat, Sep 26 @ 11:00 am
Sat, Sep 26 @ 7:00 pm
Stillwater Flea & Crafter Market - September
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Sat, Sep 26 @ 9:00 am
Sun, Sep 27 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Sep 26 @ 7:00 pm
Sun, Sep 27 @ 8:00 am
Sun, Sep 27 @ 2:00 pm
Tue, Sep 29 @ 6:00 pm
Fri, Oct 2 @ 5:00 pm
Sep 26, 2026
Creative Darning and Mending with Riley Kleve
Presented by Gammelgården Museum of Scandia at Gammelgården Museum Scandia, MN
Students can bring some of their own clothes to darn and mend using tools and supplies provided by instructor Riley Kleve. Students will learn to select materials, use various tools, and care for mended and darned clothing in class. Students will leave with new techniques for beautiful mends that add color, pattern, and durability to their clothing. Schedule: During this short class, students will get an introduction to methods of mending and darning that bring individuality to their clothing. There will be a balance of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on practice! For an additional $20, students have the option of bringing a mending disc home to continue their repairs. Prerequisites/Skill Level/Age Requirements: No prior experience required. Ages 18+ Register on EventBrite to guarantee your spot! Cancellation Policy: Up to 3 weeks before the event – 50% refund. Under 3 weeks before the event, no refunds. Riley Kleve is a nonbinary textile artist and educator creating collaborative work in community-led settings. Their work in weaving, handspinning, and embroidery draws from history to create a queerer vision for the future of textiles. Some recent highlights include weaving felted pins and inviting viewers to name them based on gender feelings they evoke, creating a co-woven tapestry with over 110 attendees at a dusk-till-dawn arts festival, and facilitating drop-in LGBT craft nights. Riley has a self-directed BA in craft from Hampshire College and is a 2024-26 Resident Artisan at North House Folk School.
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Franconia's 30th Birthday and Arts & Artists Celebration
Presented by Franconia Sculpture Park at Franconia Sculpture Park Shafer, MN
Mark Saturday, September 26, 2026 on your calendar for our 30TH BIRTHDAY PARTY with “best-day-ever” activities for everyone: bouncy house, mural making, face painting, party hat decorating, live woodblock printing, a photo booth, food trucks, and more! Activities will take place on September 26, 2026 from 11am til 5pm, so swing by anytime. Plus, it’s our annual Art & Artists Celebration. Meet our 2026 artists-in-residence and check out the park’s newest additions!
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Sep 26, 2026
Happy Trails Animal Walk
Presented by Animal Voice Advocacy AVA at River Siren Brewing Stillwater, MN
Take a stroll along the beautiful Brown’s Creek Trail with your furry friends while making a tail-wagging difference for our pals in need at AVA Animal Voice Advocacy! Your participation helps support animal nonprofits in our network that work tirelessly to care for, improve, and, yes, even save the lives of these wonderful creatures! What’s the Scoop? Free Swag Live Music Pet Adoptions FREE Lunch from Quick Fire Pizza Professional Photo Shoot A Cold One for a Cause Fun Activities & Fabulous Raffles A Chance to Make a Difference: Every step you take helps our animal friends find their happy trails too!
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Murder Mystery Co. Dinner Theater Show at Stillwater Event Center
Presented by Stillwater Event Center at Stillwater Event Center Stillwater, MN
Join the murder mystery experience that puts YOU in the spotlight in Metro Minneapolis-Saint Paul. This comedic dinner theater show at the Stillwater Event Center is the killer game everyone’s dying to play. Don’t let this unforgettable event pass you by! At this event like no other, you’ll play along as a detective or play a part as a suspect in the crime. Work with other guests to crack the case over a mouthwatering three-course meal, and discover whodunnit before the killer gets away! Mingle and connect with other teams and intriguing suspects, discover clues, uncover shocking secrets, and unleash your inner child’s imagination during this interactive comedic experience. But watch out! The killer could be anyone… even YOU! 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 at the Stillwater Event Center in Stillwater, Minnesota! Call the Box Office to avoid fees and get $9 off! 888-659-2952
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Sep 26, 2026 - Sep 27, 2026
Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival
Presented by The Phipps Center for the Arts at Lakefront Park Hudson, WI
Join us for an interactive art experience at the Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival and prepare to be inspired! The Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau in partnership with The Phipps Center for the Arts invites you to channel your creative spirit! Saturday, September 28, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday, September 29, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Free admission. This event is rain or shine! We invite visitors to experience a variety of creative talent, including the original artwork of 80 juried artists, hands-on demonstrations, musical entertainment, and creative activities, while sampling a variety of fall flavors. Out of respect to our artists, vendors, guests, and performers, no coolers, bikes, large posters, or pets are allowed in the festival area of the park. The Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau will be photographing the Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival at various times throughout the two-day event. We reserve the right to use the imagery obtained in any advertising, social media, and other promotions as we see fit. If you do not wish to be photographed, please stop by the Chamber Welcome Booth upon your arrival and we will provide further details. Live Entertainment in the Bandshell Saturday, September 28 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Roots River Jam - A fusion of blues, country, rock, and Americana 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Craig Clark Band - Blues with a touch of soul. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Rizer - '60s, '70s, and '80s classic rock. Sunday, September 29 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - The…
Learn More Sep 26, 2026 - Sep 27, 2026
Stillwater Flea & Crafter Market - September
Presented by RSG Development at Washington County Fairgrounds Stillwater, MN
This fun outdoor event is held once a month May thru Sept. at the Washington County Fairgrounds in the Stillwater/Lake Elmo area. (Located just south of Hwy 36 on Hwy 15, also called Stillwater Blvd.) Our vendors and crafters have an offering of everything from A to Z!! Find antiques, household, furniture, garden art, clothing, tools, sports, jewelry, collectibles, vintage, food, arts and crafts, new, old, rusty and rustic, local fresh produce and much, much, more. Awesome food vendors on site too! FREE admission and parking. Find us in the South Parking Lot area of the Fairgrounds. Visit our website for more information and like us on Facebook @ stillwaterfleamarket to get up-to-date information. Signing up vendors now for this season. Booth space only $65 for the whole weekend. Hours 9am-3pm both Saturday and Sunday. 2026 dates: May 16-17, June 27 -28, July 18-19, August 29-30, September 26-27
Learn More Sep 26, 2026
The Scarlet Goodbye featuring Dan Murphy and Jeff Arundel at The Historic Auditorium
Presented by The Historic Auditorium at The Historic Auditorium Saint Croix Falls, WI
Live in Pepper’s Lounge! We continue our Songs & Stories Series on Saturday, September 26th, at 7:00 PM, with Minneapolis mainstays The Scarlet Goodbye (featuring Dan Murphy & Jeff Arundel) for a rare night of songs and stories. Hear the music and exclusive, behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the iconic 80s, 90s, and 2000s Minneapolis music scene. Bring it all back the present with The Scarlet Goodbye's latest songs and a great band. Space is limited for this intimate show—grab your seats early! The Wild West Bank Sound (2026): Dan Murphy features prominently as a commentator reflecting on the foundational Minneapolis music scene, local venues, and the evolution of the regional sound.
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Sep 27, 2026
Artist Talk: Suyao Tian
Presented by Belwin Conservancy at Belwin Conservancy Savanna Center Afton, MN
Art Gallery Exhibition This fall, Belwin is hosting a gallery exhibition, Worlds Within Worlds, featuring the work of painter Suyao Tian. In this exhibition, Suyao Tian will presents a series of abstract, water-based paintings that respond to the natural rhythms and quiet presence of Belwin. Worlds Within Worlds is ultimately about connection — between visible and invisible realities, between humans and nonhuman life, between imagination and memory, and between the intimate and the infinite. Every system, being, memory, landscape, or form contains another hidden world inside it — layered, interconnected, and continuously unfolding. Suyao Tian’s artistic language is deeply shaped by her childhood experiences growing up as a single child during China’s one-child policy in the 1980s. “Cultural expectations and a highly competitive, exam-oriented education system emphasized memorization over critical thinking and imagination, affecting both school and family life for an entire generation. For me, the absence of siblings, the inability to have pets, and limited social interaction led to isolation and a lack of confidence. Nature became my primary source of communication and emotional expression. As a child, I spent time collecting small insects, placing them in jars, talking to them, and playing with them—they became my earliest listeners.” This exhibition will be on view at Belwin's Savanna Center at 795 Indian Trail S. Afton, MN 55001 from September 10 to October 4. Gallery Hours Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays, 12 PM – 4 PM Artist Reception September 20, 5 PM – 7 PM Artist Talk Sunday, September 27, 3 PM – 4 PM…
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Carpenter Nature Center MN Campus Hawk Watch and Migratory Bird Count
Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter Nature Center Hastings, MN
FREE PROGRAM FOR BIRDERS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES Carpenter Nature Center and the Minnesota Ornithologists’ Union host the Annual Migratory Bird Count and Hawk Watch! Each fall, thousands of raptors and other birds fly south to their wintering grounds in the southern U.S. and beyond. Our friendly team of spotters will be counting migrants including raptors, songbirds, gulls, and other southbound birds. Come ask questions, check in on the count totals, or participate in the count. Location: CNC Minnesota Campus | 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033 Binoculars available upon request. For more information, please call 651-437-4359.
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Wine and Canvas Painting Party!
Presented by Saint Croix Vineyards at Saint Croix Vineyards Stillwater, MN
Painting Party at Saint Croix Vineyards! Leave your cares at the door and join the painting party! Sip your favorite SCV wine and unleash your creativity to create something special! Take your artwork with you and leave the clean up behind! Local artists inspire and instruct customers step-by-step to create their finished painting. With our step-by-step instruction method customers without painting experience are at ease. Tickets or Call: 612-597-1302
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Sep 27, 2026
Wine Glass Paint and Sip!
Presented by Saint Croix Vineyards at Saint Croix Vineyards Stillwater, MN
Create a pair of hand painted wine glasses with the guidance of a professional artist! Take your hand-painted glasses with you and leave the clean up behind! *Includes your first drink: Ages 21+ enjoy SCV wine Ages under 21 or non-wine drinkers enjoy a non-alcoholic beverage Register: http://acrylicstudio.art/contact
Learn More Sep 29, 2026
Authors on the Road to Publication
Presented by Stillwater Public Library at Stillwater Public Library Stillwater, MN
Local authors Jennifer Bowen (The Book of Kin), Andrew DeYoung (Stay Away from Him), Loretta Ellsworth (The Jilted Countess), and Anika Fajardo (The Many Mothers of Dolores Moore) will share their unique path to publication and the experiences that shaped their books in a discussion moderated by staff member Karen Karason. Valley Bookseller will offer books for sale. Registration is encouraged but not required. This special event is funded by the Stillwater Public Library Foundation.
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Sep 29, 2026
Guns to Gardens
Presented by First Presbyterian Church at First Presbyterian Church Stillwater, MN
Mike Martin will be speaking about the genesis and the history of Guns to Gardens and RAWTools, the organization that turns cut up firearms into garden tools and jewelry. Guns to Gardens is a step toward reducing gun violence, a path for people to take action to reduce the number of guns in our homes and communities
Learn More Oct 02, 2026
"The Restorative Path" - Artist Reception
Presented by Hudson Art Gallery at Hudson Art Gallery Hudson, WI
Featuring the landscape paintings of Edie Abnet and Evonne Sunram, and the woodturning of Jeff Fox, “The Restorative Path” celebrates our enduring connection to the natural world and the lessons it teaches us. Exploring themes of optimism, resilience, and adaptability these artists point us back to nature, as a source of grounding, renewal, and restoration.
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Oct 03, 2026
Author Margi Preus: Mystery Writing and THE SHREW DETECTIVE
Presented by Stillwater Public Library at Stillwater Public Library Stillwater, MN
Join award-winning Minnesota author Margi Preus for an engaging presentation that inspires young authors ages 8 - 12 as well as interested adults. Margi will share fun and valuable tips about the mystery writing process while featuring THE SHREW DETECTIVE, the first title in her exciting new mystery series for young readers. The program lasts fifty minutes including time for questions, and will be followed by a small reception. In partnership with Valley Bookseller, copies of Margi's most recent books (including THE SHREW DETECTIVE) will be available for purchase and autographing at the event. No registration is required. This program and reception will take place in the Margaret Rivers Room on the upper level of the library. The event is offered in conjunction with Stillwater Public Library's Youth Mystery Writing Contest for ages 8-12. Writing contest entries are due by Friday, October 9. Entries can be submitted in person or at 2026 Youth Writing Contest Registration Form.
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