Events for October 2026
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Imprints - Art's House Gallery's Fall Featured Artists Show - Katie Reeves, Miguel Joven, Lorie Spiegel
Oct 10 - Oct 23
Sat, Oct 10 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Oct 15 @ 2:00 pm
Fri, Oct 16 @ 2:00 pm
Sat, Oct 17 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Oct 22 @ 2:00 pm
Fri, Oct 23 @ 2:00 pm
Saturday Afternoon Patio Music at The Freight House
Oct 10 - Oct 17
Sat, Oct 10 @ 6:00 pm
Sat, Oct 17 @ 6:00 pm
Sat, Oct 10 @ 9:00 am
Stillwater Farmers Market
Oct 10 - Oct 24
Sat, Oct 10 @ 7:30 am
Sat, Oct 17 @ 7:30 am
Sat, Oct 24 @ 7:30 am
Unforgotten Washington County Stories from the Korean War
Oct 10 - Feb 01
Sat, Oct 10 @ 10:00 am
Sun, Oct 11 @ 10:00 am
Mon, Oct 12 @ 10:00 am
Tue, Oct 13 @ 10:00 am
Wed, Oct 14 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Oct 15 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Oct 16 @ 10:00 am
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Upon Further Reflection
Oct 10 - Nov 14
Sat, Oct 10 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, Oct 14 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Oct 15 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Oct 16 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Oct 17 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, Oct 21 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Oct 22 @ 10:00 am
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Fall Colors Cruise
Oct 11 - Oct 25
Sun, Oct 11 @ 3:30 pm
Sun, Oct 18 @ 3:30 pm
Sun, Oct 25 @ 3:30 pm
Sun, Oct 11 @ 3:00 pm
Thu, Nov 12 @ 5:00 pm
Sun, Dec 13 @ 3:00 pm
Oct 10, 2026
Fall Prairie Walk
Presented by Belwin Conservancy at Belwin Conservancy Savanna Center Afton, MN
Bring your binoculars, water bottle, hiking shoes and dress for the weather. Activity Rating: 3 Led by: Lynette Anderson Capacity:16 3~ Walking moderate distances with some steps and/or stairs and standing. This course is led by Lynette Anderson Lynette is involved with both programming and land management at Belwin Conservancy. She enjoys creating walks and talks that showcase the great work being done to restore native habitat for all the critters and plants. She also gets to be involved with the work that creates the habitat, which she loves. Each day holds something different for her. Some days she is working with her body on the land, some days she does reconnaissance for a program, some days she works with volunteers, and some days, nights or evenings she gets to lead a group to some amazing phenological event happening on Belwin property. This event is hosted in partnership with St Paul Public Schools Community Education.
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Oct 10, 2026
FREE Pumpkin Patch
Presented by Weatherguard Construction Company at Weatherguard Construction Company Stillwater, MN
Join Weatherguard Construction for a free family-friendly fall event in Stillwater! Families are invited to visit our Pumpkin Patch, choose free carving pumpkins to take home, enjoy apple cider and fall treats, play games and activities, take fall photos, and enter our take-home pumpkin decorating contest for a chance to win prizes. There will also be a take-home pumpkin decorating/carving contest with a chance to win some great prizes! We’ll have more information about the contest on our social pages. RSVP to the Facebook event to guarantee your pumpkins. Otherwise, pumpkins will be available while supplies last. For more information visit Weatherguard.Info
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Oct 10, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026
Hardanger Embroidery
Presented by WHAT Art School at WHAT Art School Saint Croix Falls, WI
Instructor: Alycen Brothen Dates: Saturdays, October 10 + 17 Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm Location: WHAT Art School, Downtown Saint Croix Falls Class Duration: 2 Sessions, 4 Hours Each Class Size: 8 students maximum Ages: 18+ (all skill levels are welcome) Member Price: $72 + $20 materials fee Non-Member Price: $90 + $20 materials fee Description: Discover the timeless Norwegian art of Hardanger embroidery known for its crisp geometric designs, elegant cutwork, and intricate needleweaving. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to read Hardanger charts and practice essential foundational techniques such as kloster blocks, satin stitches, eyelets, and needleweaving. Perfect for beginners or those looking to expand their needlework skills, this class offers step-by-step instruction and plenty of support as you learn this traditional craft. You’ll complete a small Hardanger piece in class and leave with the skills and confidence to continue stitching at home.
Learn More Oct 10, 2026 - Oct 23, 2026
Imprints - Art's House Gallery's Fall Featured Artists Show - Katie Reeves, Miguel Joven, Lorie Spiegel
Presented by Art's House Gallery at Art's House River Falls, WI
Imprints - 2026 Autumn Featured Artists CAB Art’s House Gallery We are pleased to welcome the work of three new featured artists to Art’s House Gallery this autumn. The soft pastel work of Lorie Spiegel, photographic portraits of Miguel Joven, and the functional ceramics of Katie Reeves all seem to echo the transitory qualities that permeate the air this time of year in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Each artist renders their varied media with tender, contemplative care resulting in imagery that feels as if it may just slip away with the season. Hurry in to Art’s House Gallery before it’s gone! Imprints will be on view September 24 through October 23. Our “Meet the Artists” reception will be held on Thursday, October 1 from 6:00–8:00 PM. Stop in and enjoy live music by Kyle Fosburgh, along with light refreshments, good company, and great art. See you then!
Learn More Oct 10, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026
Saturday Afternoon Patio Music at The Freight House
Presented by The Freight House at The Freight House Stillwater, MN
Spend your Saturday afternoons with live music on the patio at The Freight House from 2–5pm. Enjoy riverfront views, refreshing drinks, great food, and live performances from talented local musicians in a laid-back summer atmosphere. Whether you're stopping by after exploring downtown Stillwater, meeting friends for drinks, or relaxing along the St. Croix, Saturday afternoons at The Freight House are the perfect way to soak in the weekend. Every Saturday | 2–5pm Patio Seating • Full Food & Drink Menu • Weather Permitting Grab a drink, settle into the patio, and enjoy an afternoon of live music by the river.
Learn More Oct 10, 2026
Saving Space for Wildness in your Yard – Part 1: Making a Plan (CANCELLED)
Presented by Belwin Conservancy at Belwin Conservancy Afton, MN
Cost: $10, $20 or $35 / per person / per session A two-part series, come for one or both! Wild spaces are disappearing. That is a fact. Land conversion, development, large scale agri-business are all encroaching on our precious wild spaces that support a myriad of life that, at the end of the day, support our lives. Join us to learn some simple things you can do in your own backyard to change the paradigm of mowed lawns, one small corner at a time. Part 1: Making a plan – October 10, 2026 Part 2: Getting ready for spring - April 10, 2027 This course is led by Lynette Anderson. Lynette is involved with both programming and land management at Belwin Conservancy. She enjoys creating walks and talks that showcase the great work being done to restore native habitat for all the critters and plants. She also gets to be involved with the work that creates the habitat, which she loves. Each day holds something different for her. Some days she is working with her body on the land, some days she does reconnaissance for a program, some days she works with volunteers, and some days, nights or evenings she gets to lead a group to some amazing phenological event happening on Belwin property. Activity Rating: 2~ Walking short distances, some standing.
Learn More Oct 10, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
Stillwater Farmers Market
Presented by Stillwater Farmers Market at Stillwater Veteran's Memorial Stillwater, MN
Saturday Mornings! Located at 3rd & Pine Street, Riverview Parking Lot of the Stillwater Veterans Memorial, across from the Historic Courthouse in Stillwater. Enjoy an assortment of organic food, vegetables, crafts, fruits and local specialties. We have several new vendors that you will enjoy meeting and trying their products. Follow us on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/StillwaterMNFarmersMarket
Learn More Oct 10, 2026 - Feb 01, 2027
Unforgotten Washington County Stories from the Korean War
Presented by Washington County Parks at Washington County Historic Courthouse Stillwater, MN
The Korean War (1950–1953) is often called the “Forgotten War,” overshadowed by World War II that ended just five years earlier. But in Washington County, it is anything but forgotten. Eleven local men were killed in action during the war, and their stories continue to live on in the memories of families, friends, and the community they left behind. Their service, sacrifice, and experiences form a powerful chapter in our shared history. Visit the Washington County Historic Courthouse to explore an exhibit that brings these stories to life.
Learn More Oct 10, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026
Upon Further Reflection
Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix Stillwater, MN
While each of these artists work with portraiture, the true connecting points are found deep underneath. Viewers are asked to look again. Do you see it now? In Minneapolis photographer Miguel Joven’s haunting portraits, the images are intentionally imperfect, a quality he has spent years perfecting. Don’t be fooled by the colorful and sometimes humorous subject matter of River Falls painter Megan Riley’s work. Her still-life and portrait work oscillates between coverage and exposure. Minneapolis artist Eric Zuccola is obsessed with visuals and text. His collage and mixed media works are, “realistic depictions of uncanny things.” On view: October 8 – November 14, 2026 Artist Reception: Thursday, October 8th, 6-8pm ArtReach St. Croix’s Royal Credit Union Foundation Gallery Hours ALWAYS FREE AND OPEN TO EVERYONE Wednesday & Friday, 10am-4pm Thursday, 10am-7pm Saturday, 12-4pm ArtReach St. Croix 224 North 4th Street, Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-1465 www.artreachstcroix.org FB: @ArtReachSTX | IG: @artreach_stcroix This exhibition is a part of programming at ArtReach St. Croix whose mission is to connect communities and the arts. This activity is also made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
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Oct 11, 2026
Art Club at Gammelgården
Presented by Gammelgården Museum of Scandia at Gammelgården Museum Scandia, MN
Bring Your Own Project • Create Together • Free to Attend Looking for motivation to start or finish a project? Searching for an interesting place to get you out of your normal environment and create alongside other artists? Bring your supplies and enjoy a relaxed community workspace right here in Scandia. As a museum dedicated to preserving traditional heritage and craft handiwork, celebrating creativity, and supporting local artists and makers, Art Club is a natural extension of our mission. Just as our exhibits showcase the skill and artistry of generations past, this space invites today’s community to continue creating, sharing knowledge, and keeping those creative traditions alive. Everyone is welcome to join us and create, no matter their skill level. Drawing • Painting • Knitting • Crocheting • Sewing • Journaling • Writing • & More ✔ Bring your own materials and projects ✔ Casual conversation welcome ✔ Coworking and body doubling encouraged ✔ Complimentary drinks available ✔ No registration required ✔ Free to attend Ages 16+ (or accompanied by an adult) Please bring projects that can be transported easily and use common sense to avoid disruptions and damage. Snacks are welcome, but please keep your hands clean and dry (this also applies to messy art supplies such as paint, charcoal, glue, etc.) when interacting with exhibits, artifacts, and inventory. While you’re here, don’t forget to explore our historic museum grounds, exhibits, and Butik gift shop!
Learn More Oct 11, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026
Fall Colors Cruise
Presented by Afton House Inn/St. Croix River Cruises at Historic Afton House Inn Afton, MN
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the changing scenery as you cruise along the St. Croix River. It's a wonderful way to experience the beauty of summer and fall and relax at the same time or enjoy the fall colors with friends or family! Boarding begin 45 minutes before departure.
Learn More Oct 11, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026
Jewelry Class: Campus Couture Stacked Bracelets - Personalized Team Colors
Presented by Marquess Studios at Marquess Studios Stillwater, MN
Inspired by tailgates, fond memories from college years, and sideline cheers! Our curated trays of beads include on-trend colors and textures with a classic style, sure to be worn for years. Each guest will select your choice of beads to create a set of three stacking bracelets based on team colors. Add a personalized hand-stamped charm to your design--we will have those ready ahead of time. Your bracelets will be customized to fit your wrist comfortably and we will teach you how to secure the knots for stability.
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Oct 11, 2026
Nature Stamping Art Class
Presented by The Outing Lodge at Pine Point at The Outing Lodge at Pine Point Stillwater, MN
The session begins with a brief introduction to simple stamping techniques and creative ideas for working with natural materials. Together, we’ll take a walk to gather leaves, plants, and other small nature treasures, then return to the lodge to create one-of-a-kind stamped cards or art pieces inspired by the outdoors. This class is a wonderful way to slow down, connect with nature, and turn found objects into meaningful handmade art.
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Oct 11, 2026
Needle Felt Painting
Presented by WHAT Art School at WHAT Art School Saint Croix Falls, WI
Instructor: Sandy Gimpl Date: Sunday, October 11 Time: 11am - 2pm Location: WHAT Art School Duration: 3 hours Member Price: $47 tuition + $8 admin fee Non-Member Price: $55 tuition + $8 admin fee Ages: 12+ Class size: 15 students maximum Class Description: Join us for this fun class, where you will “paint” on a felt canvas using wool fibers instead of paint and a special needle instead of a brush. Needle felting is a simple but very versatile art form that uses a repetitive jabbing motion to mesh the wool fibers to the felt backing. You can create your own design or use one of the many patterns available in class. All materials will be provided.
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Oct 11, 2026
Painting with the Watershed - Fall Creek Scene
Presented by Brown's Creek Watershed District at Lift Bridge Brewing Co Stillwater, MN
Join the Brown’s Creek Watershed District at Brown's Creek Park to paint a fall scene of Brown’s Creek with local artist, Denise Lau, of MN Dream Art! Registration includes all materials and non-alcoholic refreshments. Registration is required by October 4th. This event is intended for adults or respectful teenagers accompanied by an adult.
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