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Thu, July 29, 2010 to Sat, January 8, 2011

Michelle Lynn at Lawn Chair Night

Thu, July 29 at 7:00 PM

@ Court House
Lawn Chair Night is a special attraction in Decorah. It has an artist almost every Thur. down at the Court House. Come on down when you can!

Contact: mlynnca@gmail.com

Related Posts: musicPosted 26 days ago
 

Prairie Dog Blues Festival

Fri, July 30 to Sat, July 31, 2010

@ near Prairie Du Chien
The Prairie Dog Blues Festival is held every year on historic St. Feriole Island, right on the Mississippi River and nestled between jagged cliffs and green hills untouched by the Ice Age!
Once you get that cold drink in your hand, great tunes... read more

Contact: www.prairiedogblues.com

Posted 14 days ago
 

Women's Workshop: What Would You Attempt...

Fri, July 30 at 6:00 PM to Sat, July 31, 2010

@ 2924 Middle Sattre Road Decorah Iowa
What Would You Attempt if you KNEW you would succeed (WWYA)

Upcoming What Would You Attempt? Women's Workshop in Decorah, Iowa! July
30th - 31st!

Discover your dreams, re-energize your passions, and live a fuller life!
Join us on... read more

Contact: Inee Beninga 319-290-7184 ineebeninga@yahoo.com

Related Posts: Women's workshsopPosted about 1 month ago
 

Paul Kaye Trio w/ Eric Berg and Lloyd Bolz

Fri, August 6 at 9:00 PM

@ The Haymarket
Paul Kaye will be coming to town to play a few shows and the Haymarket is proud to have him. He will be playing with Eric Burg and Lloyd Bolz. $4 Cover Charge

Contact: Questions contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com

Posted 22 days ago
 
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Help Create New Natural Environment for Children

Sat, August 7 at 9:00 AM

@ West Side Elementary School
The Decorah Community School district is putting in a Nature Explorer Outdoor learning classroom for the community at West Side Elementary, they are looking for volunteers to help create natural structures, move mulch, build discovery tables... read more

Contact: If you would like to see plans for this project, contact Emily Neal, nealem01@luther.edu, Lindsay Lee, ziekelee@mabeltel.coop, or Rachel Sandhorst, sandra01@luther.edu
plans should be available soon at the Decorah District Website, decorah.k12.ia.us

Related Posts: volunteerPosted 3 days ago
 

Free Concert at the Decorah Fish Hatchery

Sat, August 7 at 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

@ Decorah Fish Hatchery, 2325 Siewers Spring Road
Concert sponsored by the Friends of the Decorah Fish Hatchery. With Jon Stravers and special musical guests Patsy Wellman and Folko Landvoght. Free event - donations accepted. Family friendly event with a variety of activities for the kids.

Contact: (563) 382-8324

Related Posts: kidsPosted 7 days ago
 

Rogaland Applique Wall Hanging

Mon, August 9 to Fri, August 13, 2010

@ Vesterheim Museum, Decorah
RogalandquiltWith instructor Julie Baird. This year heralds the introduction of rosemaling-inspired appliqué designs. Join Vesterheim for an exciting week of learning rosemaling with fabrics that have been specially hand dyed for this project by Julie Baird.... read more

Contact: Diane Weston at Vesterheim, 563-382-9681, dweston@vesterheim.org

Posted 2 months ago
 

Traditional Ways Gathering, Informational/Logistical Meeting

Mon, August 9 at 7:30 PM

@ Phelps Park- Pavillion nearest the river trail
Dsc02041For those of you wishing to attend the Traditional Ways skills gathering on Lake Superior this year, we'll be meeting for a final opportunity for you to get information, plan car pools, swap ideas, supplies, etc. Questions about the gathering... read more

Posted 11 days ago
 
New

CircleSong - new dates for August

Tue, August 10 to Tue, August 17, 2010

@ Methodist Church Pre-School Room
CircleSong is a gathering of young children and babies, mothers, fathers and caregivers, singing songs that nurture the spirit and emphasize our connection to the earth and each other, along with songs that are just plain fun. All are welcome.... read more

Contact: otterdreaming@gmail.com

Related Posts: children  musicPosted 3 days ago
 

Religion and Norwegian-American Quilts

Tue, August 10 at 7:00 PM

@ Vesterheim Museum, Amdal-Odland Heritage Center
Presentation by Laurann Gilbertson, Vesterheim Textile Curator. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition "Pieces of Self: Identity and Norwegian-American Quilts." Free admission.

Posted 10 days ago
 
New

Introductory Gathering of "The Serenity Circle" Support Group

Tue, August 10 at 7:00 PM - ending time: 8pm

@ Shelter #4, Phelps Park, Decorah
015A meet-up of the what we're calling "The Serenity Circle" of NE Iowa! Everyone is invited to come and learn more about this newly forming open and inclusive community support group. We will discuss future meeting times and locations... read more

Contact: Eleanor Reed-Maxfield, 563-419-4710, Eleanor.rm@gmail.com, or: Mike Blevins, 503-956-6720, michael.blev@gmail.com

Posted 2 days ago
 

Commonweal Presents: Blue Collar Diaries

Tue, August 10 at 7:30 PM to Wed, August 11, 2010

@ Commonweal Theatre in Lanesboro, Minn
Blue_collar_diaries_written_and_performed_by_michelle_myers_bergSometimes hysterical, sometimes heartbreaking, Michelle Myers Berg illuminates the lives of twenty-some characters from her working class childhood in St. Paul. None, however, are as intimately drawn as Berg's father, a Korean War veteran who... read more

Contact: Sarah Kathryn Hawkins | (800)657-7025 | events@commonwealtheatre.org | www.commonwealtheatre.org

Related Posts: theatre  theater  lanesboroPosted 8 days ago
 

MidAmerica Herbal Symposium

Fri, August 13 to Sun, August 15, 2010 - Check in begins August 12th at 7:00 pm and also Friday morning Aug 13th at 7:15 am Opening Ceremony 9:00am

@ Lanesboro, Minnesota
Logo_003An herbal gathering for herbal enthusiasts. Three days filled with classes and workshops on herbal medicine, traditions, and folklore. Teachers are Clinical Herbalists and Practitioners from all across the country sharing their gift of knowledge... read more

Contact: Questions?, give the committee a call at 507-523-2447, Bonnie, Serena, or Ashley or go to www.bgfloristnherbals.com to read more about it.

Related Posts: Educational  Art of Healing with Plants  MedicinalPosted about 1 month ago
 
New

Irish Fest

Fri, August 13 to Sun, August 15, 2010

@ LaCrosse
2010irishfestposterA few features:

Stage entertainment for the 2010 festival will include Celtic Spring, The Fuchsia Band, Gaelic Storm, Seamus Kennedy, McPeake, The Screaming Orphans, Scythian, Slide, Tom Sweeney, and much more!

Irish Dance shows featuring... read more

Contact: http://www.irishfestlax.org/

Related Posts: music  dancePosted 3 days ago
 

Barn Dance With "The Footnotes"

Fri, August 13 at 7:00 PM

@ Craig and Ellen Cutting Farm, 2336 Trout River Rd., Decorah
Friday, August 13, 2010
7-10 PM
Free Admission. All donations will go to PFLAG.
Bring a chair if you need to rest between dances!

Related Posts: dancePosted about 1 month ago
 

"Achieving Marriage Equality in the Heartland"

Sat, August 14 at 9:00 AM - Conference ends at 5 pm -- Registration deadline is July 31.

@ Luther College - Dahl Centennial Union - Peace Dining Room
Image002Early bird registration $50 thru July 15, $60 after that date. Contact Jean at jhuffey@acegroup.cc to register.

This multi-state conference is sponsored by PFLAG Northeast Iowa, Luther College Upward Bound, Luther PRIDE, and Northeast Iowa... read more

Related Posts: Civil rights - marriage equality eventPosted about 1 month ago
 

A Taste of August

Sat, August 14 at 5:30 PM - call 563.382.8401 for reservations

@ Seed Savers Exchange
A_taste_of_augustThis "party for a good cause" celebrates the abundance of community connections that make the work of the Spectrum Network possible.

The event features:
- an elegant evening in the beautiful country setting of Seed Savers Exchange... read more

Contact: The Spectrum Network, 563.382.8401, www.thespectrumnetwork.org

Related Posts: fundraiser  music  dining  disabilitiesPosted 21 days ago
 

Michelle Lynn at McCaffrey's Dulce Vita

Sun, August 15

@ McCaffrey's Dulce Vita
If the weather is nice, this event will be outside. Come down and enjoy some excellent food while listening to music! Check out www.michellelynnmusic.com for a preview.

Contact: mlynnca@gmail.com

Posted 26 days ago
 

Patrick Ball: Celtic Harp and Story

Mon, August 16 at 7:30 PM

@ Pepperfield Farm and the home of David CAvagnaro, 1575 Manawa Trail Road, 7 miles NE of Deocrah
Pbcolor_thumbPatrick Ball is one of the premier Celtic harp players in the world and a captivating spoken word artist. He has recorded nine instrumental and three spoken word albums which have sold well over one-half million copies internationally and won... read more

Contact: Tickets are $15/$10 for students, available at Oneota Co-op, 312 W. Water St in Decorah. call Liz Rog (563)382-8013 with questions or email <decorahevents@gmail.com>

Related Posts: musicPosted 9 days ago
 
New

"We're Talking Hawkeye Football

Tue, August 17 at 6:30 PM

@ Rubaiyat, 117 W. Water Street, Decorah
"We're Talking Hawkeye Football" with Gary Dolphin, "Voice of the Hawkeyes"

Social Hour 6:30 PM Program 7:00 PM

*Complimentary Admission
*Door Prizes
*Special Guests

Co-Sponsored by KDEC 100.5 and The Rubaiyat... read more

Contact: John Bay 563/380-9505 jbay785@mchsi.com

Posted 7 days ago
 

Patrick Ball, Celtic Harp and Story: The Fine Beauty of the Island

Tue, August 17 at 7:30 PM

@ Good Shepherd Church, 701 Iowa Ave in Decorah
Pb_2007_2_thumba solo musical theater piece
written and performed by Celtic Harpist & Storyteller Patrick Ball

The Blasket Islands lie three miles off the coast of County Kerry in Ireland. For centuries they were a lonely, remote place, a place of... read more

Contact: Tickets $15/$10 students, available at Oneota Co-op, 312 W. Water St. Decorah. Contact Liz Rog with questions, (563)382-8013, or <decorahevents@gmail.com>

Related Posts: music  theatre  childrenPosted 9 days ago
 

2nd Annual DigIN: Decorah Iowa Green Initiative

Fri, August 20 at 6:00 PM to Sun, August 22, 2010 - Opening Registration is Friday evening, 6pm at Hotel Winneshiek in downtown Decorah

Digin_logoDon't miss it! The Winneshiek County Convention & Visitors Bureau would like to invite you to the 2nd Annual DigIN: the Decorah Iowa Green Initiative. We'll show you how this community puts the "eco" in Decorah. See firsthand what... read more

Contact: Brenda Balk, Event Manager
wctc@alpinecom.net
563-382-2023

Related Posts: music  kids  filmPosted 22 days ago
 

Running on the Wild Side - 5K Trail Run

Sat, August 21 at 9:00 AM

@ Lake Meyer Park
Back_shotJoin the Winneshiek County Conservation Board in an off-road adventure through Lake Meyer Park! The 5k course covers the up-and-down hiking trails that surround the lake. Enjoy the views and keep your eyes open for wildflowers and wildlife as... read more

Contact: Winneshiek County Conservation Board
www.winneshiekwild.com
education@neitel.net
563-534-7145

Related Posts: sports  fitness  conservation  outdoorsPosted 17 days ago
 
New

ArtHaus Fall Registration Day

Sat, August 21 at 11:00 AM

@ ArtHaus
Arthaus_exteriorDATE: Saturday, August 21
TIME: 11am-1pm

Stop by to ask questions, chat with instructors, and register for your favorite classes and workshops! Pick up a fall calendar now from the milk-box in front of ArtHaus, the Co-op, the Library, Java... read more

Contact: 382-5440, arthaus508@gmail.com, www.arthausdecorah.org

Related Posts: workshopPosted 3 days ago
 

Fifth Annual Fairy "Chair"ity and Home Tour

Sun, August 22 at 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

@ 2106 Twin Springs Road in Decorah, home of Karl and Gail Magnuson
Please join us for the Fifth Annual Fairy "Chair"ity and Home Tour, a fund raiser for PAW. This unique event includes a hand crafted fairy chair display, a magical garden tour of diminutive fairy homes created by local artists, and... read more

Contact: Tickets are available at Agora Arts, Blue Heron Knittery, FancyPants and The Perfect Edge or at the garden gate the day of the show. Join us in the gardens at 2106 Twin Springs Road in Decorah, home of Karl and Gail Magnuson, on Sunday, August 22! This event is sponsored by Agora Arts, Zelda Productions, Blue Heron Knittery and The Perfect Edge.

Related Posts: childrenPosted 14 days ago
 

Lynne Rothrock with Ron DeWitte

Wed, August 25 at 7:30 PM

@ Commonweal Theatre in Lanesboro, Minn
Rothrock_dewittSinger Lynne Rothrock's engaging mega-watt personality is as expansive as her knack for uncovering priceless, little-known musical gems. Join Lynne for an evening of an eclectic blend of jazz, country, pop, musical theatre and gospel at the... read more

Contact: Box Office - (800)657-7025 | events@commonwealtheatre.org | www.commonwealtheatre.org

Related Posts: music  lanesboro  comedy  live musicPosted 7 days ago
 
New

35th Annual Great River Folk Festival

Fri, August 27 to Sun, August 29, 2010

@ LACrosse
GrfflogowhiteJoin us for the 35th annual Great River Folk Festival, under the late summer sky August 27-29 on the UW-La Crosse campus.

We’re proud to present at the Friday evening opening concert three folk music greats:
Eliza Gilkyson
John Gorka... read more

Contact: http://www.greatriverfolkfest.org

Related Posts: children  dance  musicPosted 2 days ago
 

Two Many Banjos

Fri, August 27 at 9:00 PM

@ The Haymarket
41599_126965124007388_7654_nTwo Many Banjos is a bluegrass band out of Duluth MN. This group had a great time the last time they came through and plan on bringing the same enthusiasm to this performance. This is a show you don't want to miss!

$4 Cover

Contact: Questions contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com

Related Posts: musicPosted 22 days ago
 

Decorah Chorale "DeVine" Singfest

Sun, August 29 at 1:45 PM

@ Winneshiek Wildberry Winery
Open to all singers....an afternoon of singing with the Decorah Chorale at the Winneshiek Wildberry Winery, 10 miles north of Decorah. In addition to singing with the Chorale, there will be tours of the vineyard, wine tasting, socializing,... read more

Contact: John Bay (563) 382-8222

Posted about 1 month ago
 

Big Daddy Cade & the Blues Masters

Fri, September 3 at 9:00 PM

@ The Haymarket
27539_130271400341696_3298_nBig Daddy Cade and the Blues Masters hail from LaCrosse Wisconsin. One of the best blues shows around. Don't miss them!

$4 Cover

Contact: Questions contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com

Posted 22 days ago
 

The Delta Routine

Thu, September 16 at 9:00 PM

@ The Haymarket
N113093068704336_8510The Delta Routine's infectious blend of rock & roll of today with an influence from rock & roll greats has quickly made the band a favorite on the music scene. The Delta Routine is in the studio again with producer Mike Hoffmann recording... read more

Contact: Questions contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com

Related Posts: musicPosted 22 days ago
 

Fort Atkinson Rendezvous Days

Sat, September 25 to Sun, September 26, 2010 - Phone: 800.463.4692

@ Fort Atkinson, IA
Special events, food, artifact displays and demonstrations. See 1840s fort buildings, foundations and museum. This military station was used to keep peace between native tribes.

Posted 27 days ago
 

The People Brothers Band

Fri, October 8 at 9:00 PM

@ The Haymarket
27538_121411681237097_8934_nWant your face rocked off???? This is the band to see. Traveling all the way from Madison Wisconsin and never disappointing they are sure to get you dancing and will leave you wanting more!

http://peoplebrothers.wordpress.com/

$4 Cover

Contact: Questions contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com

Related Posts: music  dancePosted 22 days ago
 
New

Deep Sea Summit

Sat, October 9 at 10:00 PM

@ The Haymarket
Dss_white_1263057500_1263057532Deep Sea Summit presents a refreshing take on the live/electronic, "man meets machine" feel. It's one part dance party and one part movie soundtrack, with an inherent emotional charge that transitions seamlessly from stereo to stage.... read more

Contact: Questions or booking inquiries contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com

Related Posts: music  film  dancePosted 1 day ago
 

Michelle Lynne

Sat, October 23 at 9:00 PM

@ The Haymarket
41599_140709739279119_8178_nWith literate, transformative lyrics and a luminous, soulful voice; singer-songwriter Michelle Lynn connects the personal with the universal--and the spiritual with the profane--by confronting broader themes such as sustainability, feminism... read more

Contact: Questions contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com

Related Posts: musicPosted 22 days ago
 

Festival of Writing

Fri, October 29 to Sun, October 31, 2010

@ Luther College
Creative writers will gather, present readings of their work and lead discussions about writing and the writer's life at "The Vibrant Word: A Lutheran Festival of Writing," Oct. 29-31 at Luther College.
The event celebrates the literary... read more

Contact: For more information about the Lutheran Festival of Writing visit http://www.LutheranFestivalofWriting.org.

Related Posts: writing  lecturePosted 8 days ago
 

The Guppy Effect

Sat, October 30 at 9:00 PM

@ The Haymarket
41578_141553089192961_412_nThe Guppy Effect puts on a rock show like no other. Yes, they do play some cover songs (they were nominated for BEST COVER BAND OF THE YEAR at the 2009 Madison Area Music Awards), but the presentation is spectacular. They also have many original... read more

Contact: Questions contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com

Related Posts: musicPosted 22 days ago
 

Maximillian Eubank

Fri, November 5 at 9:00 PM

@ The Haymarket
S_2162cfd258704ea9970a4bfb961ad9b3Hailing from Des Moines, Iowa, Maximilian Eubank writes a cross genre of Acoustic music, blending sounds with a sense of Folk, Folk Rock, Anti-Folk, Acoustic Rock and Acoustic Alternative sensibility. With a commitment to melodies that are interesting... read more

Contact: Questions contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com

Posted 22 days ago
 

The Henhouse Prowlers

Fri, November 19 at 9:00 PM

@ The Haymarket
23311_136445216384521_9002_nFrom Chicago, The Henhouse Prowlers wear the Bill Monroe mantle with spit and polish. They perform -- and conduct media interviews -- in suit-and-tie and work in a tightly choreographed, one-mic stage setting, which adds a dynamic dimension... read more

Contact: Questions contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com

Posted 22 days ago
 

Wonder Creek

Fri, November 26 at 9:00 PM

@ The Haymarket
41778_110742555641466_7686_nThe Wonder Creek Band has Been lighting up venues since '03. They've had the honor of warming up the stage for a variety of acts from hair bands like Warrant to classic rock and blues groups like Canned Heat. Their set list on a given night... read more

Contact: Questions contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com

Related Posts: musicPosted 22 days ago
 

Pistol Whippin Party Penguins

Sat, December 11 at 9:00 PM

@ The Haymarket
41788_107914355927835_6787_nThe Pistol Whippin Party Penguins are comprised of will, determination, endurance, and charisma in form of Chris Pyle, Jake Manders, Matt Walvatne, and Doug Canyon. the Pistol Whippin Party Penguins, or PWPP, combine folk, rock, blues, bluegrass... read more

Contact: Questions contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com

Posted 22 days ago
 

Wonder Creek

Sat, January 8, 2011 at 9:00 PM

@ The Haymarket
41778_110742555641466_7686_nThe Wonder Creek Band has Been lighting up venues since '03. They've had the honor of warming up the stage for a variety of acts from hair bands like Warrant to classic rock and blues groups like Canned Heat. Their set list on a given night... read more

Contact: Questions contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com

Related Posts: musicPosted 22 days ago
 
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