June Northfield Entertainment Guide

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ContentsGalleries ......................................3

Happenings – Up Close ....................3-16, 30-34

Theater .......................................4

Sports ..........................................4

SPECIAL: Music .............. 17-25

A Month at a Glance .... 26-29

Guest Column: Music Matters ...........................36

Regional Happenings..............37

June Gigs .......................................39

June SHORTS ...................40-41

Just Curious: Jeni & Howard Holt ..... 42-43

Clubs, Classes & More ........44

Advertisers’ Index ................45

Dining ......................................45

Historic Happenings ..... 46-47

Community Guide: Just Food Coop ....................48

Simply Fodder for Your Next Cocktail Party by Sherri Faye

Man, I missed my cows! It’s good to be behind the pen again! Crying over spilt milk - ain’t that something we’ve all done? At least metaphorically. I have been meditating about that a lot lately - letting go of old ‘stuff’, possessions, regrets, mis-steps along the way. I don’t believe in wallowing in past mistakes or wishing for a do-over. What I do believe in is learning from them. At the time, some things may seem like a wrong turn, or even a correct choice, when in fact, they are just the opposite! In the end most things turn out exactly how they are supposedto. It takes time to understand that. Call it a mid-life crisis (which is only true if I live to be 104, seeing as how I am 52. A very young 52, but 52 just the same) but this is a great time for ‘re-invention’ in my life! My daughter, Staci, recently referred to it as a three-quarter life crisis. Now, THAT made me laugh, heh-heh, chip off the ol’ block... but, I digress. As I figuratively and literally clean out my closet(s) I post stuff on my blog and facebook that goes something like this:

Life is what happens when you are busy making other plans. ~ John Lennon

Don't let your past dictate who you are, but let it be a part of who you become. ~ from My Big Fat Greek Wedding

Regrets are a waste of time. They are the past crippling your present. ~ from Under the Tuscan Sun

Okay, I confess, I’ve been watching chick-flicks during this personal rennaissance. Go! Enjoy the Taste of Northfield! Have a glass of milk! And if ya spill it, clean it up of course, but for Pete’s sake, don’t cry about it.

Peace, Love, and No Regrets ~ Sherri

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Episode 35: Spilt MilkStarring: Constance & Conrad~The Contented, Collegiate Cows of Northfield~

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ArtOnWater 217 S. Water St. • 507/786-9700artonwater.com • Gallery hours: Wed and Thu, 2-5pm or by appointment“a favorite cup – functional ceramics” of Donovan Palmquist, Colleen Riley, Barbara Zaveruha and others. Also original “American Opal(escent) oak-framed decorative glass panels” exhibit.

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ArtOrgSwitzer’s Nursery26601 Chippendale Ave. • 507/261-8086artorg.infoDundas: ArtOrg 1000 Print Summer – June 25, 10am-3pm. Join ArtOrg and its little steamroller to make prints as part of the Celebrate Dundas event.

Eclectic Goat418 Division St. • 507/786-9595 Tu/W 10-5, Th 10-7, F/Sa 10-5, Su 12-4More than 120 artists represented.“A shop where...ART RULES!”

Northfi eld Arts Guild304 Division St. • 507/645-8877www.northfi eldartsguild.orgM-F 10-5, Sa 11-3Northfi eld High School Honors Art Exhibit – June 1-25 – Honors art students from Northfi eld High School present their work, revealing a wide range of technique and concept through a variety of media. Students participating include: Rachel Amerman, Lisa Atkinson, Soren Carl-son-Donohoe, Steven Carson, Aimee Cli-tes, Anna Courchaine, Casey Dallavalle, Cecile DeLong, Merrill Lutsky, Jenna Mahr, Lily O’Hara-Brantner, Carolyn Pokorney, Tipper Roster, Haley Ryan, Bryan Sapp, Emily Stenz, Ellen Titus and Lauren Wustenberg. Opening Reception: June 3, 7-9pm.

Art in Bloom: Flowers, Vases and a Silent Auction – June 25, 10am through July 2, 3pm – Members of the Northfi eld Garden Club will embellish handmade vases (do-nated by local artists) with their fl oral designs as part of this annual event. In turn, the vases and arrangements will be put up for bid during a silent auction (June 25, 10am-July 2, 3pm). All proceeds from this event support the Arts Guild. Opening Reception: June 25, 1-3pm.

Northfi eld Senior Center Gallery1651 Jefferson Pkwy. • 507/664-3700M-F 7am-8pm, Sat 7am-5pm, Sun 10am-5pmnorthfi eldseniorcenter.org“Gates, Gardens, Laundry…” – through June 6. Artwork of Riki Kölbl Nelson.

Potpourri Photo Show – June 7-30. Featur-ing the work of eight local photographers: Darla Dahl, Beret Griffi th, Scott Forsgren, David Perez, Leslie Schultz, Greg Smith, Pat Sunquist and Patsy Dew. Openings Reception: June 8, 4-6pm.

Paradise Center for the Arts321 Central Ave., Faribault507/332-7372 • Tu-F 10-5, Sa 12-5paradisecenterforthearts.orgNorthern Clay Center: Six McKnight Artists – through June 4. New work by 2009 recipients of McKnight Fellowships for Ceramic Artists awarded by Northern Clay Center: Ursula Hargens (Minne-apolis) and Maren Kloppmann (Min-neapolis). The work of four McKnight Resident Artists: 2008 residency recipients Ilena Finocchi (California), Elizabeth Smith (Arkansas), Yoko Sekino-Bové (Pennsylvania), and 2009 residency recipient Cary Esser (Missouri).

“Inner Image” – through June 4. Pearl E. Tait, a mixed-media abstract expres-sionist, makes artwork rich in texture and color. She applies layers of transparent and opaque paints to the surface, adding materials such as sand, cloth and ashes to achieve texture. Each painting has a his-tory that creates an active surface without boundaries revealing interesting detail.

Look Through any Window: Jaclyn Garlock and The Cartographer’s Art: Shelley Cords-Swanson – June 17-July 31. Opening Reception: June 17, 5-7pm.

Studio Elements16 Bridge Square • 507/786-9393studioelements.netNow open weekly: Th 10am-8pm, F/Sa 10am-5pm, Su 12-4pm.Fine art, unique gifts and fun junk.

swag423 Division St. • 507/663-8870Tu-Sa, 10am-5pm“Undercover Gals” by whimsical St. Paul painter, Lisa Rietveld.

Windows on ParadiseArt Gallery904 Division St. So. • 507/645-5563Landscapes and inspirational art by Mark Daehlin. Viewings by appointment.

CALLS FOR ARTISTS Riverfront Arts Festival

Sept. 10-11The Riverfront Festival Turns 50 this year! Join in celebrating this Defeat of Jesse James Days event! Deadline for

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TheaterI Do! I Do!June 3-5: 9-11 and Th-Sa 7:30pm, Su 2pmParadise Center for the Arts, FaribaultThe Merlin Players present this two-charac-ter musical that spans 50 years, from 1895 to 1945, focusing on the trials and tribula-tions, laughter and sorrows, hopes and disappointments experienced by Agnes and Michael Snow throughout their marriage.

Best of Broadway and FilmJune 25, 7:30pm and June 26, 2pmParadise Center for the Arts, FaribaultSouthern Minnesota’s best singers are back again for a third time to belt out those Broadway tunes. Always an audience favorite and sell-out show. The “Best of Broadway” series has all your favorite Broadway classics and with a new twist, those great classics from the big screen.

Young People’s Theater Workshop PerformancesJune 29-30, 5:30pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild TheaterYoung people from grades 3-12 will perform short plays of their own creation at the end of this three-week theater workshop, spon-sored by the Northfi eld Arts Guild.

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Wednesday, June 1BASEBALL – Northfi eld Knights vs. Austin Red Legs, 7:30pm

Friday, June 3BASEBALL – Dundas Dukes vs. Highland Park, 7:30pm

Saturday, June 4BASEBALL – Northfi eld Knights vs. Webster Sox, 6pm

Dundas Dukes vs. St. Louis Park, 7pm

Sunday, June 5BASEBALL – Dundas Dukes Tournament Championship, 3pm

Wednesday, June 8BASEBALL – Dundas Dukes vs. Owatonna Aces, 7:30pm

Friday, June 10BASEBALL – Dundas Dukes vs. Lake City Serpents, 7:30pm

Northfi eld Knights vs. Wanamingo Jacks, 7:30pm

Sunday, June 12BASEBALL – Northfi eld Knights vs. Miesville Mudhens, 2pm

Monday, June 13BASEBALL – Dundas Dukes vs. Lyon’s Pub Warriors, 7:30pm

Wednesday, June 15BASEBALL – Dundas Dukes vs. Savage Outlaws, 7:30pm

Northfi eld Knights vs. Prescott Pirates, 7:30pm

Friday, June 17BASEBALL – Dundas Dukes vs. Elko Express, 7:30pm

Northfi eld Knights vs. Pine Island Pioneers, 7:30pm

Sunday, June 19BASEBALL – Northfi eld Knights vs. Hastings Hawks, 2pm

Monday, June 20BASEBALL – Dundas Dukes vs. St. Paul Capitals, 7:30pm

Wednesday, June 22BASEBALL – Northfi eld Knights vs. Rochester Roadrunners, 7:30pm

Friday, June 24BASEBALL – Dundas Dukes vs. Peaskill (NY) Tides, 7:30pm

Northfi eld Knights vs. Owatonna Aces, 7:30pm

Wednesday, June 29BASEBALL – Dundas Dukes vs. St. Louis Park, 7:30pm

Northfi eld Knights vs. Kasson Coyotes, 7:30pm

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1

Traditional Irish Music Session 7-9pmThe Contented CowA gathering of musicians and listen-ers in a relaxed, informal setting. Along with the music enjoy con-versation, camaraderie and perhaps even a few Irish dance steps!

THURSDAY, JUNE 2

Karaoke • 8pm620 Grill

Matt Arthur and Friends • 8-11pmThe Contented CowA biweekly singer/songwriter showcase hosted by southern Minnesota’s most distinctive vocalist, featuring guest musicians from Northfi eld, the Twin Cities and beyond.

Mark Mraz • 8:30-11pmThe Tavern LoungeForget about life for awhile with the piano man. From Billy Joel to Kermit the Frog – Mraz tickles the ivories and entertains requests from the audience.

FRIDAY, JUNE 3

St. Olaf Reunion Weekend St. OlafThis is the fi rst of a three-day event. St. Olaf alumni gather for class reunions and other special events. There are weekend-long, ongoing shuttles, bringing guests back and forth from campus to other areas in Northfi eld. There is a Reunion Entertainment Tent on the Water Street park-ing lot across from the downtown post offi ce, and the Northfi eld community is invited to join the festivities and reconnect with St. Olaf alumni. Cover band 32 Below will be playing the tent 9pm-12:30am. Weekend admission: $5 button, available on site.

Across the River: The Story of a Rivalry and Ytterboe the Dog: A Community Tale Showing • 8:30-10amViking Theater, St. OlafSt. Olaf history videos. Across the Cannon: The Story of a Rivalry is a video documentary produced by a St. Olaf student. It explores the rivalry and relationship between Carleton and St. Olaf colleges. Ytterboe the Dog: A Community Tale chronicles events surrounding the shooting of Ytterboe the Dog, the unoffi cial mascot of St. Olaf in the late 1950s.

Occasional Jazz and Tango Orchestra • 5-8pmThe Contented CowMainstream classic jazz of Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, Duke Ellington, Dave Brubeck and others in the same style, and the Tango Orchestra.

Exhibit Opening Reception: Honors Art • 7-9pmNorthfi eld Arts GuildSee galleries page.

Theater: I Do! I Do! • 7:30pmParadise Center for the Arts, FaribaultSee theater page.

Ray Coudret • 8-11:30pmThe Tavern Lounge

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Chris Koza • 6-9:30pmThe Contented CowSt. Olaf graduate and 2005 Minnesota Music Award Best New Act winner, returns to Northfi eld. “He’s got a voice that’s reminiscent of a young Paul Simon and his music comfortably rides the line between pop and folk, boasting immediately memorable music matched against image-rich lyrics.” – Joe Nickell, the Missoulian.

Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing • 7-11pmThe Signature Bar and Grill, FaribaultAcoustic swing, dancing, no cover.


Jon Manners • 8-11:30pmThe Tavern LoungeGuitarist since 1957, Manners was voted Northfi eld’s Best Male Musi-cian of 2009!

DJ MusicCastle Rock and Roll • 9pmRueb ‘N’ Stein 620 Grill

SUNDAY, JUNE 5

St. Olaf Reunion Weekend St. OlafSee June 3 description.

SATURDAY, JUNE 4

St. Olaf Reunion Weekend St. OlafSee June 3 description. Saturday is Ole Band Night in the tent with Storyhill, 8-9pm, Rogue Valley, 9:30-10:30pm and The Bratlanders, 11pm-12:30am. Weekend admission: $5 but-ton, available on site. The St. Olaf Bookstore in Buntrock Commons will also be the site of a 16 Author Alumni event with signings and books for sale from 2 to 4pm.

Free Museum Tours • 10am-5pmNorthfi eld Historical SocietyLocal history including the historic site of the 1876 James-Younger Gang bank raid.

Riverwalk Market Fair: Season Opener • 9am-1pmCannon Riverwalk, Downtown Northfi eldArtists’ and farmers’ market along the Cannon River with many family friendly activities. June’s focus is just on kids! Events begin at 10am by the farmers’ market side.

Tim Brown • 1-4pmCannon River Winery, Cannon FallsA singer/songwriter whose album, North of North, received signifi -cant airplay throughout the Midwest and in the West. Brown has appeared as the opening act for Blood, Sweat and Tears and Iron Butterfl y.

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Jill Holly • 1-4pmCannon River Winery, Cannon FallsSuperb vocals, stunning lyrics and fi ngers that do the rocking! You’ve heard her voice in commercial campaigns, on dozens of albums, on fi lm and television and with Orphan Moon Orchestra. She’s

shared stages across the United States with Grammy-winning per-formers including Shawn Mullins, Bonnie Raitt and Paul McCart-ney. Now you’ll walk away feeling as though you know her.

Theater: I Do! I Do! • 2pmParadise Center for the Arts, FaribaultSee theater page.

90th Birthday Party for Maggie Lee 7-8:30pmThe Grand Event CenterEntertainment by Marilyn Sellars, guest appear-ance by Johnny Western, emcee Will Healy. Tickets: $10 at the Northfi eld Historical Society, or call 507/645-9268.

Northern Roots Session • 7:30pmThe Contented CowAn informal weekly gathering of musicians to play acoustic music with roots in the north, particularly the Nordic countries. Partici-pants and listeners of all ages and levels of experience are welcome.

MONDAY, JUNE 6

Dine Out for River Bend Nature Center • 4-8pmBoston’s Pizza, FaribaultDine at Boston’s tonight and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to River Bend!

Multe • 7:30-10:30pmThe Contented CowGreat traditional Nordic music for your listening pleasure.

TUESDAY, JUNE 7

Acoustic Jam Session • 7:30pmThe Contented CowEvery Tuesday night show up with your unplugged instrument of choice and jam – or just show up and listen!

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8

Exhibit Opening Reception • 4-6pmNorthfi eld Senior CenterSee exhibits page.

Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pmThe Contented CowA gathering of musicians and listeners in a relaxed, informal set-ting. Along with the music, enjoy conversation, camaraderie and perhaps even a few Irish dance steps!

The Lonelyhearts • 10-11pmThe Contented Cow

Dewi Sant • 11pm-12amThe Contented Cow

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Western Union • 8-10pmThe Contented Cow

Ian Alexy • 8:30-11pmThe Tavern LoungeSinger/songwriter/guitarist Ian Alexy offers deft fi nger-picking, jazzy melodies and heart-warming tales of a well-traveled 20-something-year-old.

Groove Factory • 11pm-1amThe Contented Cow

FRIDAY, JUNE 10

An Evening Out with Charlie Maguire 5pmThe Faribault American LegionJoin the Rice County Historical Society for dinner, silent auction and entertainment by Charlie Maguire, Minnesota historian, folk-song writer and musician. 5pm social hour, 6pm dinner, 7pm program and 8:30pm raffl e drawing. Limited tickets are available. Call 507/332-2121 for more information.

Jim Lenway • 5-7pmThe Contented CowInspired by the likes of The Byrds, The Beatles, James Taylor, Simon & Garfunkel and John Denver, Lenway sings songs from the ’60s and ’70s accompanied by 6- and 12-string guitar. He slips in some contemporary covers a la Cities 97 and he sometimes solicits far more talented friends to join him.


Area 51 • 8-11pmThe Contented CowVoted Northfi eld’s No. 1 Band of 2009 by readers of the North-fi eld Entertainment Guide! Take eight from the fi elds of educa-tion, architecture, communications and medicine. Mix in guitars, drums, saxophones, harmonicas, voices and cowbells and you’ve got “music from the heavens.”

Lonesome Dan Kase • 8-11:30pmThe Tavern LoungeThink music from O Brother, Where Art Thou? and mix in a little more ragtime and a hint of bluegrass.


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Brothers Burn Mountain 11pm-1amThe Contented CowThe taste of ripe cherries and the smell of the core of fresh oak. Their music is a heightened sense of awareness wherever they go.

SATURDAY, JUNE 11

Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pmCannon Riverwalk, Downtown Northfi eldArtists’ and farmers’ market along the Cannon River with many family friendly activities, including free veggie plants for your garden. June’s focus is just on kids. Events begin at 10am by the farmers’ market side.

Sogn Blanc & Sogn Blush Wine Release Party • 12-5pmCannon River Winery, Cannon FallsCannon River Winery is hosting the unveiling of the First Annual Sogn Series Artist Labels, Sogn Blanc and Sogn Blush wine bot-tling/release. Enjoy a fun-fi lled day at the winery and vineyard. Events for the day include bottling of Sogn Blanc and Sogn Blush wines, bottle autographing by artists Jill Ballard and Becky Jokela, newly bottled wine samples and free limo rides to and from the winery/vineyard, along with live music throughout the day!

treVeld • 5-8pmCannon River Winery, Cannon Falls


Art Vandalay • 8-11:30pmThe Tavern LoungeAmericana/roots music.

T.H.E. House Band 8:30pmCastle Rock and Roll, Castle RockJohn Prine meets Johnny B. Good. Locals Tom Teorey, Jim Hautman and Mark Ekeren know how to rile up the crowd.


SUNDAY, JUNE 12

Brooke Ellis • 1-4pmCannon River Winery, Cannon Falls


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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15

Heritage Days • 6-11pmCentral Park, FaribaultThe fi rst of a four-day event celebrating the past, present and future of Faribault! Opening ceremony (6pm), carnival at the park (5-11pm), Faribault High School Band concert (6:30pm) and teen night and talent show (8-11pm).

Books and Stars: Pop Wagner • 6:30pmWay ParkA fascinating mixture of entertainment and education sprinkled with audience participa-tion and a variety of folk instruments includ-ing fi ddle, banjo, harmonica, jaw harp and guitar. All that, and he does lariat tricks, too!


Alison Rae • 10pm-1amThe Contented CowThe Entertainment Guide’s No. 1 Musician 2010. St. Paul-based musician “whose voice and songs come at you with all the power and hype of a falling snowfl ake…her talent has instantly hushed a room.” – Jim Walsh, MinnPost.

THURSDAY, JUNE 16

Heritage Days • 2-11pmFaribaultThe second of a four-day event celebrating the past, present and future of Faribault! Amablue cheese history (2pm), historic library tour (2pm), mayor’s reception (time TBD), Stone House bus tour (7pm) and carnival at the park (5-11pm).

Barb Piper • 5-7pmThe Contented CowModern folk, vocals/guitar with infl uences from Hoagy Carmichael, The Beatles and Bonnie Raitt to Susan Tedeschi, Brandi Car-lile and Indigo Girls. Contributes her talents to the Entertainment Guide’s No. 1 Band pick 2009, Area 51; fronts the blues/rock band,

Top Shelf and performs with a Faribault musical theater group at Paradise Center for the Arts.

Pop Wagner

HAPPENINGS Friday, June 10, continued


Sixth Annual Taste of Northfi eld • 5-10pmBridge SquareThis is the fi rst of a two-day event. Live music and entertainment including the Northfi eld Community Band, James-Younger Gang bank raid re-enactment, $1 museum tours at the Northfi eld Historical Society and a special musical jam by members of The Big Wu and the Over & Back Band. Food vendors and a beer/wine tent.

Presentation: James vs. Ames – How the Two Visions Collided • 7:30-8:30pmNorthfi eld Historical SocietyJesse James historian and author, TJ Stiles, will present.

Oldies Sing-Along with Marc Reigel & Friends • 8-10pmThe Contented CowReigel returns for a taste of North-fi eld with Carleton Night Crawlers band-mate Barry Gillespie, North-fi eld High School Rock ‘N’ Rollers, Bonnie Jean Flom and more!


Mark Mraz • 8:30-11pmThe Tavern LoungeForget about life for awhile with the piano man. From Billy Joel to Kermit the Frog – Mraz tickles the ivories and entertains requests from the audience.

FRIDAY, JUNE 17

Heritage Days • 2-11pmFaribaultThe third of a four-day event celebrating the past, present and future of Faribault! Amablue cheese history (2pm), historic library tour (2pm), mayor’s reception (4:30pm), Stone House bus tour (7pm), carnival at the park (5-11pm) and Louie Anderson at the Paradise Center for the Arts (8pm).

Occasional Jazz • 5-7pmThe Contented CowMainstream classic jazz of Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, Duke Ellington, Dave Brubeck and others in the same style.

Sixth Annual Taste of Northfi eld • 5-10pmBridge SquareThis is the second of a two-day event. Live music and entertain-ment plus food vendors and a beer/wine tent.

Exhibit Opening Reception: Jaclyn Garlock and Shelley Cords-Swanson • 5-7pmParadise Center for the Arts, FaribaultSee galleries page.

Relativity • 8-11:30pmThe Tavern LoungeVoted one of Northfi eld’s best bands, this trio plays music from popular artists such as Missy Higgins and the Avett Brothers as well as clas-sic rock tunes by bands like Fleetwood Mac and John Mellencamp, and covers like Indigo Girls, Damien Rice and Sarah McLachlan. Sit back and enjoy the power harmonies of twin sisters Linda Wilson and Sandy Jensen (who

also add mandolin, harmonica and percussion), and solid guitar and bluesy vocals by Toby Jensen.

Stone Soup • 8-10:30pmThe Contented CowA hearty broth of rock and blues from a time when it hit you in the chest and lifted you straight up. Breathe the air, stir the pot, share the wine and start feeling fi ne!

Diggins Anton Jennings • 9pm onward620 GrillSongs of the Sizzling Eggheads and other jazz rock dance tunes.


SATURDAY, JUNE 18

Heritage Days • 6am-12amFaribaultThis is the last of a four-day event celebrating the past, present and future of Faribault! Farmer’s market (6am-12pm), all-city garage sale, kids’ fi shing contest (9-11am), strawberry shortcake and cathedral tours (9am-2pm), Historic Alexander Faribault House tours (10am-2pm), rugby tourney (11am), soap box derby (11am), carnival at the park (12pm-12am), Stone House bus tour (1pm), live music by Barb Piper (12:30-1:30pm), Four on the Floor (1:45-3:45pm) and Jivan’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing (4-5pm), Neos competition (1-3pm), kid’s fun run (5:45pm), grand parade (6:30pm) and dance and beer garden (8pm-12am).

Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pmCannon Riverwalk, Downtown Northfi eldArtists’ and farmers’ market along the Cannon River with many family friendly activities including Kids’ Story Circle. June’s focus is just on kids! Events begin at 10am by the farmers’ market side.

Andrew Walesch • 2-5pmCannon River Winery, Cannon FallsBlues and jazz.

Mike Midwestern • 5-7pmThe Contented Cow

Polka • 6:30-8pmCastle Rock and Roll, Castle Rock

Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing • 7-11pmThe Signature Bar and Grill, FaribaultAcoustic swing, dancing, no cover.

Poetry and Sweet Jazz • 7:30pmNorthfi eld Public LibraryThis program will include Brazilian music and the fi rst performance of set-tings of Edward Lear poems by Peter Webb. Sweet Jazz is: Christina Schwietz (vocals); Webb (keyboard); David Miller (drums, fl ugelhorn, melodica) and Muriel Carpenter (bass). Free.

Sasha Mercedes • 8-11:30pmThe Tavern LoungeA chick-singer, guitarist and songwriter from the shores of Lake Superior. Her songs are fi lled with honesty and substance and sung with passion. Topics like brothels, one-night stands and transves-tites are not taboo for this edgy yet charming northern gal. She has traveled from coast to coast and abroad, performing and drawing inspiration for the material in her brilliantly crafted compositions, and has shared the stage with Dar Williams, Tracy Bonham, Guy Davis, Pete Seeger and others.


Northfi eld Truckers Union • 8-11pmThe Contented CowA one-night-only rock show event featuring an all-star assembly of Northfi eld musicians: Michael Anderson, Miki Beavis, Don and Doug Bratland, Mark Breitinger, Dave Drentlaw and a host of special guests performing the music of the Drive-By Truckers. C’mon down for a wild night of Southern-fried country rock, blues and R&B as we pay tribute to a band of critics have called “the best, smartest and most soulful hard rock band to emerge in a very long time.”


SUNDAY, JUNE 19

The Over and Back Band • 10amCathedral of Our Merciful Saviour, FaribaultPerformance in conjunction with Heritage Days Ecumenical Gospel Service. Fiddle-oriented, high-energy, Americana and gypsy-style music.

Mancini’s Levee Red Wine Release • 12-5pmCannon River Winery, Cannon FallsEnjoy a relaxing Father’s Day sipping a glass of Mancini’s Levee Red in a unique atmosphere while enjoying free live music by The Average Janes from 2-5pm.

Sixth Annual Scandinavian Midsommar • 5:30pmWay ParkInformal picnicking, wreath making and other family friendly activities. Nordic-style hot dogs and ice cream will be available for purchase. The Singing Strings, a youth fi ddling group from the Evergreen School of Performing Arts in Edina, will perform at 6:30pm, followed by a midsommar processional and raising of the maypole at 7pm. The event continues with songs and dances, games and more live Nordic music by Hütenänny and Friends. The event is hosted by the Friends of Way Park, Northfi eld Swedish Club, and Sons of Norway. Bring your lawn chair. In case of rain, the celebration will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church.


MONDAY, JUNE 20


• Event emcee is KARE 11’s Tim McNiff• Entertainment by the Northfield Youth Choirs and the Laura Baker Choir• Food and fun!

For more information, visitwww.laurabaker.org or call 507-645-8866

Get toKnow us!Savethe

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LiveBroadcast!

Join us on Bridge Square,July 28, 5-7 pm

HAPPENINGS Saturday, June 18, continued


The Morning Show

with Jeff JohnsonWeekdays, 6-9 a.m.

The Wayne Eddy Affair

Weekdays, 9-11 a.m.

Townie Radio

with Tim FreelandWeekdays, 12-3 p.m.

After SchoolSpecial

with Kevin KreinWeekdays, 3-4 p.m.

All-WheelDrive

with Jessica PaxtonWeekdays, 4-6 p.m.

KYMN News& Info.

with Scott Peterson6:00, 7:00, 8:00, 12:00, 3:00, 5:00

LawReview

with David Hvistendahl

Tuesdays, 6-6:30 p.m.

The Quest with Terri Lindgren

Wednesdays, 11 a.m.

EconomyTalk

with David BlyWednesdays,

6 p.m.

The UnexpectedCaregiver with Kari Berit

Thursdays, 11 a.m.Sundays, 10 a.m.

Kid Talk with Todd Thompson

Thursdays, 6-6:30 p.m.

Real Talkwith Marcy Mannis

& Teri KnightMondays, 11 a.m.

Tech Talk with Tim and Adam

Fridays, 11-11:30 a.m.

Sundays, 5:30-6 p.m.

Raider Wrap with Dusty Budd

Saturdays, 10 a.m.

Keymn Radio

with Kevin and kids from the KeySaturdays,

11 a.m.- 12 p.m.

SundayMornings

with Dan Freeman6-11 a.m.

Fine Tune with Wendy Nordquist

Sundays, 6-7 p.m.

Art Zany with Paula Granquist

Fridays, 9-9:30 a.m.

The LongWay Home with Will Healy

Sundays, 7-9 p.m.

NEW Show!

Broadcasting Dundas Dukeshome games all season!


Friday, June 10thFaribault American Legion112 5th Street Northeast, Faribault, MN

Social hour at 5pmDinner at 6

Show starts at 7Tickets, $25

For more infocall (507) 332-2121

or [email protected]

TUESDAY, JUNE 21


Summer Solstice Sunset Stroll • 9-10pmRiver Bend Nature Center, FaribaultHead out on a hike just as the sun is setting on the longest day of the year. Join in the fun and search to see what else is out and about. Be ready to use all your senses, including your night vision, and wander the prairie and forest.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22

Junebug Music Festival The Contented CowOptimum Trajectory • 5-6:30pm

Twin Cities-based jazz quintet doing innovative, exciting rendi-tions of jazz standards and original music – and they donate their tips to area charities, so show your appreciation. Margo Breivik (bass), Tim McNamara (guitar), Garth Anderson (drums), Ann Potter (vocals), Ira Adelman (sax), Steve Hillson (brass).

Big Strong Men • 8-9:30pmMinnesota homegrown boys with one common goal: rock and roll. Their style varies from train-beat driven country and soulful gospel to reggae and blues, but it’s all got their distinct mark on it, with intricate lyrics, vocal harmonies and excellent – but not overbearing – musicality.

God Save Norman • 11pm-1am

Books and Stars: T.H.E. House Band • 6:30pmMemorial PoolA real townie rock band of Tom Teorey, Jim Hautman and Mark Ekeren will rock the pool! Free pool admission tonight.


THURSDAY, JUNE 23

Junebug Music Festival The Contented CowSweet Jazz • 5-7pm

Christina Schwietz (vocals); Peter Webb (keyboard); David Miller (drums, fl ugelhorn, melodica) and Muriel Carpenter (bass). The name says it all!

Counterfactuals • 8-10:30pmThe Entertainment Guide’s 2010 Band of the Year! Jason Decker (guitar), Dan Groll (vocals, songwriter, guitar and drums) are both philosophy professors at Carleton. A counterfactual is a conditional sentence of the form “If it had been that p, it would have been that q.” Dan had a band in Chicago of the same name, and so asked if he could keep it for this one. They said “no.” Infl u-ences include Elvis Costello, The Beach Boys, Willie Nelson, The Walkmen, The Beatles, Frank Sinatra, M. Ward, Slayer and Sergie Rachmaninoff.

Happenings/June Bug continued on page 30


To fi nd out where several of these music makers are making music in June, see the Gig Calendar on page 39.

To fi nd out where several of these music makers are making music in June, see the Gig Calendar on page 39.

Acoustic Jamstarted gathering in 2007

Began when John Hiscox and Chris Moen– Northern Roots Session – took a bluegrass break and wanted more. Stop by the Cow on Tues-day nights and hear music from Bob Dylan to John Prine to Pink Floyd. Call out the key, and go – on guitars, fi ddles, banjoes, mandolins, ukuleles, maracas – even a bodhran Irish drum.

Did You Know? Don’t have an instrument? We bet someone will lend you one. That’s the Tuesday night acoustic jam session way.

Randall Fergusonclassical guitar, fl amenco guitar, renaissance lute

[email protected]

Studied with Michael Hauser, John Duarte and Carlos Barbosa-Lima, performed in Madrid and Mexico City, and on Mexican National Television. He teaches at the Farmington schools and at the Graduate School of Hamline University.

Randall’s played more than 200 weddings, with the Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra, at Riverwalk Market Fair, and around Minnesota. His performances span 500 years of guitar

music, and range from Renaissance court music to Spanish fl amenco. He uses several instruments, from Renaissance lute

and vihuela to present-day guitars.

Did You Know? Randall’s guitars date from 1785 to present. In 2006, Acoustic

Guitar Magazine did a feature about his collection!

To the music makers among us: you keep our toes tapping, our fi ngers snapping, smiles on our lips and, always…..songs in our hearts. We raise a glass to you.

Welcome to theFourth AnnualMusic Issue!To the music makers among us: you keep our toes tapping, our fi ngers snapping, smiles on our lips and, always…..songs in our hearts. We raise a glass to you.

Welcome to theFourth AnnualMusic Issue!


Taylor Baggettsinger/songwriter • www.taylorbaggett.com

Majored in vocal performance at St Olaf, sang in opera and wasa soloist in the St Olaf Choir; been writing and performing since age 15. His “blue-eyed soul” is reminiscent of old-school soul with a new-school groove that stays true to his roots. Taylor has per-formed nationwide with artists like Johnny Lang, Eric Halter and Tyler Hilton.

Did You Know? Taylor is a member of the professional vocal band InPulse, which has opened for names like Huey Lewis, Grand Funk Railroad and Uncle Kracker.

Mark Breitingerpop/rock and Americana-roots music

www.myspace.com/markbreitinger

New Jersey native who came to Northfi eld by way of Santa Fe. Played in a number of bands through the years, and is a main-stay of the Acoustic Jam session. He performs solo, as half

of Mark and Alec (with Alec Knutson), and as a stunt double for bands who fi nd themselves one member short of a gig.

Did You Know? Mark’s putting together a Farewell to North-fi eld event with an all-star lineup playing under the name of the

Northfi eld Truckers Union. Join them at the Cow on June 18, and wish Mark good travels.

Lonesome Dan Kasetraditional fi nger-pickin’ blueswww.lonesomedan.com

Young Dan fi rst heard artists like Reverend Gary Davis and Robert Johnson on radio, and got hooked on the country blues. Like many blues players, he travelled the country busking on street corners; in Denver he met Johnny Long, whose deeply distinctive singing and guitar-picking style is a big infl uence still. He formed the Crush Collision Trio with Matt Yetter and Mikkel Beckman, and performs his unique fi nger-picking style and dynamic vocals in Minnesota and beyond.

Did You Know? Catch a performance and learn interesting tidbits about artists like Blind Lemon Jefferson and Funny Papa Smith.


David K Millerthe afternoon pianist • [email protected]

Enjoying Northfi eld’s music since 2008 – and using his piano to join the fun! David’s performed with I Cantanti and Le Donne Cantanti, church groups and at the Northfi eld Retirement Community. He joined forces with Richard Collman for a program of classical keyboard duets – see them at Bethel Lutheran Church on July 20, as part of the Noontime Organ series. Farm raised, David was an accompanist and repetiteur for the Fargo/Moorhead Opera while in college, then lived in Oregon where he taught music.

Did You Know? The Afternoon Pianist provides elegant piano ambience for weddings, dining and business events.

Jon Mannersvoted Entertainment Guide’s Best in 2009!

www.jonmanners.com

I continue to gig. About to integrate a looping station into my setup, allowing me to play saxophone – this could get

interesting. I’ve downsized, upgraded; lightweight and better-sounding. Miniatured my stompbox as well. Yes,

I’m taking this lightening-my-load thing about as far as I can. I’ve even shaved my head.

Did You Know? By the time this issue hits the stands, I could have my new CD out. It’s fully realized, recorded on 24 channels. Local great Steve Jennings provides

percussion. I play everything else.

Laura MacKenzieceltic music wizard • www.lauramackenzie.com

Classically trained, but traditional music-immersed. Laura performs and teaches music from Ireland, Scotland, Nova Scotia, France and Galicia on instruments including fl ute, whistles, bagpipes, concertina and voice. She’s performed with notables like Frank McCourt (Ange-la’s Ashes), TR Knight (Grey’s Anatomy) and Kate McMahon (River-dance). She’s received numerous awards and honors.

Did You Know? Laura worked on A Prairie Home Companion, and in a folk instrument-building business, partnered a rare music import business, and toiled happily in the archives of University of Edinburgh. Happily for us, the role of performer won out.


Northfi eld Trombonesfounded in 1990 • [email protected]

Northfi eld Trombones was founded to play for community celebrations. Our fi rst gigs were part of ceremonies for new construction at Three Links and the Northfi eld Retirement Center. We’ve played for the Central Park Beautifi cation and the Northfi eld Arts Guild; in 2007 for the International Moravian Women’s Conference in Northfi eld, and we

play annually for the Northfi eld Winter Walk. Contact can be made through the director, Paul Niemisto.

Singing opportunities available for grades K through high school• Choir placement and registration for grades 2 and up will be held Tue., Aug. 16th, 4-8 pm at Bethel Lutheran Church (1321 North Ave.) • No appointment necessary, but both singer(s) and parent are asked to attend• All children, regardless of experience, are welcome!• Concert season is Sept. to May with weekly Monday rehearsals• Concerts, retreats and tours (grade 4 & up)• Singers in grades K-1 may participate in Poco: A Music Experience which helps children find their voices and their confidence through singing games, movement and vocal play. Two six-week sessions are available and registration is by mail.

After School Program available for K-5 with bus transportation provided from Bridgewater, Greenvale & Sibley

Scholarships are available!All forms can be found on our website

www.northfieldyouthchoirs.org507-664-9335

Love to Sing?

Join the NYC for our 25th anniversary season!

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Registrationbegins at 8:30 am

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Wendy Smithvoted Northfi eld’s best (the Zillionaires) in 2008!

[email protected]

Sing, write, play, design, solo, band. Theater, bar, party, club, basement, fi eld, porch, café. Hire her to write you a song.


Jeff Rayeast-meets-west bluesy Americana

www.jeffraymusic.com

Playing Northfi eld for fi ve years, usually the Tav-ern Lounge. My music is “foot-stomping slide

guitar folk-blues with a touch of East Indian infl u-ence.” I don’t really know what that is, but you’ll get a good idea when you hear it. Local inspira-

tions: Spider John Koerner, Charlie Parr, Steve Kaul of the Brass Kings, Lonesome Dan Kase, Pat Donohoe and Cam Waters.

Minnesota has some of the best songwriter/ guitarists around!

Did you know?In 2010 I represented Minnesota with harmonic player Harold Tremblay at the International

Blues Challenge (they won fi rst place in the Road to Memphis competition).

Peter Digginssinger/guitarist • peter@fl yingpanproductions.com

Electric guitar sing-a-longs.

Combos include: Free Range Mint, Diggins Anton Jen-nings, Organic Banana, Sizzling Eggheads, Jellystone Yogi, Prefab 4Modular.

“Having a lively 2011; thanks to all Northfi eld and TC-area friends.”

Ameriikan Poijatboys of America • www.ameriikanpoijat.org

Finnish-American brass septet. Made up of Midwesterners, some of Finnish descent, we play old Finnish brass band music and newer compositions. Our main inspiration: friends and colleagues in Finland who keep the tradition alive and generously share their music with us.

Did You Know? Poijat has played in: an ice arena, fi shing boats on the Perhojoki River in Finland, an abandoned mine, a McDonnell-Douglas plant, a Wisconsin cow pasture, a barn and a one-room schoolhouse. We also play in many fi ne concert halls.


Toaster Fork!alt-country to rock and roll

www.toasterfork.com

Born from a bad idea, nursed on tasty riffs and educated by rock and roll masters Richards,

Roth, Cash, Entwhistle and Clifford. The air is our canvas and we paint with big sound. From alt-country to straight-up power-chord rock, we bring energetic all-original rock and roll to those

who enjoy raising their lighters in salute to a great time. Toaster Fork! is: Dan Mills, Mark Hovey,

Tom Keefe, Jay Thrall and Chris Ash.

Scandiumfresh take on Scandinavian folk musicwww.scandium-music.com

Putting a new twist on traditional Scandinavian folk music. They often begin with a Nordic folk tune but soon fi nd themselves coloring outside the lines, allowing other folk infl uences to infuse their arrangements. Scandium is: Amy Boxrud (vocals, fi ddle), Les LaCroix (guitar, vocals), Glenn Lee (accordion), Gordon Oschwald (bass) and Anna Lisa

Rustad (fi ddle, vocals). They play special events, weddings and the occasional music festival.

Did You Know? Scandium will be at the Nisswa-stamman Scandinavian Folk Music Festival on June 11 in Nisswa, Minnesota, and at Nordic Fest on July 30, in Decorah, Iowa. You can also fi nd them at the Cow.

Elinor Niemistolife-long harpist • [email protected]

I have played the harp just about all my life; there is no other instru-ment that looks as good, sounds as beautiful and is as much fun to play. A harpist can play alone, at church, with an orchestra, band or choir; accompany singers, participate in weddings and parties, and soothe people to sleep. The only thing better than playing the harp is teaching others to play, which I do nearly every day.

Did You Know? Elinor has performed with the Northfi eld Youth Choirs and as a trained Suzuki teacher, taught a number of students; she has also played “sleepytime” music at NYC retreats to lull the campers to sleep!


Northfi eld Youth Choirsbegan in 1986www.northfi eldyouthchoirs.org

Optimum Trajectoryjazz sextet • www.optimum-trajectory-jazz.com

Ira Adelman (alto, tenor sax), Garth Anderson (drums), Margo Breivik (bass), Steve Hilson (trumpet, fugelhorn), Tim McNamera (guitar) and Ann Potter

(vocals). We play two or three gigs a month and have our fi rst CD: jazz standards, a few not-so-standards and

some originals. The Cow is one of our favorite venues.

Did You Know? Many of our gigs are fundraisers for local charities – all tips are passed straight to them.

Cannon Valley Regional OrchestraClassical music and beyond • www.cvrorchestra.org

Part of the Northfi eld Arts Guild family and draws its members from the south metro area. Each year they perform a repertoire of concerts that include classical symphonic works, compositions by area composers, children’s concerts, festivals and balls. They’ve performed with vocal soloists, choral ensembles, the Cannon Valley Youth Orchestra and a bluegrass ensemble.

Did You Know? CVRO has a regular season schedule at the Paradise Center in Faribault and the Sheldon Theater in Red Wing.

Twenty-fi ve years and going strong! Singers enjoy weekly rehearsals, twice-yearly retreats, area perfor-mances and tours. The NYC promotes generosity, grati-tude, mutual respect and enjoyment, while working at the highest level of musical artistry.

I love sharing awesome music with the new people I meet on tour each year. ~ Beth C

My favorite thing is getting to sing fun songs and going to new places with my friends. ~ Claire L

I think this is one of the best opportunities to pursue my gift and become more talented. ~ Jonah B


Beguine Bros. Old-Time Country and Western Revue, Ltd.eclectic country-folk, Americana,

rock and roots musicwww.myspace.com/beguinebros

The name says it all, really. Featuring members of the award-winning Urban Hillbilly Quartet, Po’Boy Local 151, Romantica, the House of

Mercy Band and many other groups. Look for us at the Cow!

Manitou Regimental Brass Bandcivil war-era brass musicwww.vintagebandfestival.org/manitau-regimentalbrass-band

Made up of St. Olaf college students. They’ve converted their Scandinavian-style into a revival of the brass fi eld bands that played during the War Between the States, and added a rope tension drum. For the war’s 150th anniversary, they’re appearing at concerts, re-enactments and festivals.

They’ve performed at the Fort Snelling Minnesota Historical Society Civil War Confer-ence, the Northfi eld Library Centennial and at St Olaf. In July they’ll play at the grand opening of the Minnesota Historical Society Civil War exhibit, at Fort Ripley.

Traditional Irish Jam**new at the Cow, Wednesdays at 7pm**www.lauramackenzie.com; Laura at 507/301-3444

Irish music lovers – players and listeners alike – come to enjoy jigs, reels, hornpipes, dance tunes and songs. All traditional Irish instru-ments, from fi ddles and fl utes to whistles, accordions, banjos, guitars and bodhran, are welcome. Conversation, camaraderie and a few Irish dance steps are all integral to the fun. And the Cow is a most lovely setting.


Gary Rueperformer and composer • www.garyrue.com

Performer and composer whose been playing music for audiences since the ‘60s; began with town halls in the Midwest, graduated

to East Coast “tent” tours including Carnegie Hall in NYC (as music director and duet partner for Gene Pitney), and on to far fl ung points in Canada and the Caribbean. Early on, Gary began writing music, and has had some of his songs recorded by Nick

Lowe, Helen Reddy and many others.

Did You Know? Gary has authored numerous scores for music theater, including the Stinky Cheese Man, which toured the

US and China in 2005-2006 with the Dallas Children’s Theater. He is a 2010 Minnesota Music Hall of Fame inductee, a touring musician and educator.

Richard Collmancannot remember not playing the [email protected]

Learned piano from his mother, the pipe organ in college, and now challenges his coordination with the Celtic harp. A retired United Methodist minister, he plays organ at the First English Lutheran Church, teaches pipe organ to kids and adults, and is the creator of the Northfi eld Noontime Organ Recitals. An arts promoter, he’s president of the Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra board, has served on the Mayor’s Arts and Culture Committee and is active in Rotary where – you guessed it – he leads songs and plays piano.

The Vintage Band [email protected]

In 2006 a festival was held in Northfi eld that brought the music of the past alive and attracted 10,000 people. In 2010 it happened again, and featured 25 bands playing 100 concerts, drawing musicians – and audiences – from across the globe. From Aug. 1-4, 2013, the Vintage Band Festival returns. This inter-nationally acclaimed celebration honors the music and

instruments of a bygone era, and showcases vintage-style bands in outdoor locations through-out Northfi eld, with most band members playing in historic costume.Watch for updates on the event that’s becoming a Northfi eld tradition, in future issues of the Northfi eld Entertainment Guide.


5St. Olaf Reunion Weekend

Jill Holly • 1-4pm, Cannon River Winery, Cannon FallsTheater: I Do! I Do! • 2pmParadise Center, Faribault90th Birthday Party for Maggie Lee • 7-8:30pmThe Grand Event CenterNorthern Roots Session7:30pm, The Contented Cow

6Dine Out for River Bend Nature Center • 4-8pmBoston’s Pizza, FaribaultMulte • 7:30-10:30pmThe Contented Cow

7Acoustic Jam Session 7:30pm, The Contented Cow

8Exhibit Opening Reception 4-6pmNorthfi eld Senior CenterTraditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm, The CowThe Lonelyhearts10-11pm, Contented CowDewi Sant • 11pm-12amThe Contented Cow

1Traditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pmThe Contented Cow

EVERY MONDAY

Jingo • 7pmCastle Rock and Roll

EVERY TUESDAY

Cribbage • 7pmCastle Rock and Roll

Euchre Tournament • 8pm The Tavern Lounge

Spanglish • 7:30-9pmThe Contented Cow

EVERY SUNDAY

Politics and a Pint • 6pmThe Contented Cow

Quiz Night • 8pmThe Contented Cow

EVERY WEDNESDAY

Euchre • 7pmCastle Rock and Roll

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

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9Theater: I Do! I Do! • 7:30pmParadise Center for the Arts, Faribault

Karaoke • 8pm, 620 Grill

Western Union • 8-10pm, The Cow

Ian Alexy • 8:30-11pm, Tavern Lounge

Groove Factory • 11pm-1am, The Cow

10An Evening Out with Charlie Maguire 5pm, The Faribault American Legion

Jim Lenway • 5-7pm, Contented CowTheater: I Do! I Do! • 7:30pmParadise Center for the Arts, Faribault

Area 51 • 8-11pm, The Contented CowLonesome Dan Kase • 8-11:30pmThe Tavern Lounge

Karaoke, Rueb ‘N’ Stein • 9pm Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Jesse James Lanes • 10pmBrothers Burn Mountain • 11pm-1amThe Contented Cow

11Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pmCannon Riverwalk, Downtown Northfi eld

Sogn Blanc & Sogn Blush Wine Release Party • 12-5pmCannon River Winery, Cannon FallstreVeld • 5-8pmCannon River Winery, Cannon FallsTheater: I Do! I Do! • 7:30pmParadise Center, FaribaultArt Vandalay • 8-11:30pmThe Tavern Lounge

T.H.E. House Band • 8:30pmCastle Rock

DJ Music, Castle Rock and Roll • 9pmRueb ‘N’ Stein, 620 Grill

2Karaoke • 8pm, 620 GrillMatt Arthur and Friends • 8-11pmThe Contented Cow

Mark Mraz • 8:30-11pm, The Tavern

3St. Olaf Reunion Weekend Across the River: The Story of a Rivalry and Ytterboe the Dog: A Com-munity Tale Showing • 8:30-10amViking Theater, St. OlafOccasional Jazz and Tango Orchestra 5-8pm, The Contented CowExhibit Opening Reception: Honors Art • 7-9pm, Northfi eld Arts GuildTheater: I Do! I Do! • 7:30pmParadise Center for the Arts, Faribault

Ray Coudret • 8-11:30pm, The Tavern

Karaoke, Rueb ‘N’ Stein • 9pm Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm Jesse James Lanes • 10pm

4St. Olaf Reunion Weekend Free Museum Tours • 10am-5pmNorthfi eld Historical SocietyRiverwalk Market Fair: Season Opener • 9am-1pm, Cannon Riverwalk, Downtown Northfi eldTim Brown • 1-4pmCannon River Winery, Cannon Falls

Chris Koza • 6-9:30pm, Contented CowJivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing 7-11pmThe Signature Bar and Grill, FaribaultTheater: I Do! I Do! • 7:30pmParadise Center for the Arts, Faribault

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26Garden Tour • 11am-4pmWine and Art Crawl12-5pm, The Trail WineriesTheater: Best of Broadway and Film • 2pm, Paradise Center for the Arts, FaribaultAndrew Walesch • 2-5pmCannon River WineryNorthern Roots Session 7:30pm, The Contented Cow

27Multe • 7:30-10:30pmThe Contented Cow

28Northfi elders for Justice in Palestine/Movie Showing 7pm, Bethel ChurchAcoustic Jam Session7:30pm, The Contented Cow

29Theater: Young People’s Theater Workshop Performances • 5:30pmNAG TheaterBooks and Stars: Gypsy Mania • 6:30pmOdd Fellow’s ParkTraditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm, The Cow

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12Brooke Ellis • 1-4pmCannon River WineryNorthern Roots Session 7:30pm, The Contented Cow


14Acoustic Jam Session 7:30pm, The Contented Cow

15Heritage Days • 6-11pmCentral Park, FaribaultBooks and Stars: Pop Wagner • 6:30pm, Way ParkTraditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pmThe Contented CowAlison Rae • 10pm-1amThe Contented Cow

19The Over and Back Band10am, Cathedral of Our Merciful Saviour, FaribaultMancini’s Levee Red Wine Release • 12-5pmCannon River WineryScandinavian Midsommar 5:30pm, Way ParkNorthern Roots Session7:30pm, The Contented Cow


21Acoustic Jam Session7:30pm, The Contented CowSummer Solstice Sunset Stroll • 9-10pm, River Bend Nature Center, Faribault

22Junebug Music Festival The Contented CowTraditional Irish Music Session • 7-9pm, The Cow

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Euchre • 7pmCastle Rock and Roll


THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

16Heritage Days • 2-11pm, Faribault

Barb Piper • 5-7pm, Contented CowSixth Annual Taste of Northfi eld5-10pm, Bridge SquarePresentation: James vs. Ames – How the Two Visions Collided • 7:30-8:30pm, Northfi eld Historical SocietyOldies Sing-Along with Marc Reigel & Friends • 8-10pm, The Contented Cow


Mark Mraz • 8:30-11pm, The Tavern

17Heritage Days • 2-11pm, Faribault

Occasional Jazz • 5-7pm, The CowSixth Annual Taste of Northfi eld 5-10pm, Bridge SquareExhibit Opening Reception: Jaclyn Garlock and Shelley Cords-Swanson 5-7pmParadise Center for the Arts, Faribault

Relativity • 8-11:30pm, Tavern Lounge

Stone Soup • 8-10:30pm, The CowDiggins Anton Jennings • 9pm onward, 620 Grill


18Heritage Days • 6am-12am, FaribaultRiverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pmCannon Riverwalk, Downtown Northfi eldAndrew Walesch • 2-5pmCannon River Winery, Cannon Falls

Mike Midwestern • 5-7pm, The CowPolka • 6:30-8pmCastle Rock and Roll, Castle RockJivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing 7-11pmThe Signature Bar and Grill, FaribaultPoetry and Sweet Jazz • 7:30pmNorthfi eld Public LibrarySasha Mercedes • 8-11:30pmThe Tavern LoungeNorthfi eld Truckers Union • 8-11pmThe Contented Cow


23Junebug Music Festival The Contented CowJivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing7pm, Central Park, Faribault


Alison Rae • 8:30-11pm, The Tavern

24Junebug Music Festival The Contented Cow

Celebrate Dundas • 5:30pm, Dundas

Jacob Hendrick and Ah-Hem8-11:30pm, The Tavern Lounge


25Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pmCannon Riverwalk, Downtown Nfl dJunebug Music Festival The Contented Cow

Celebrate Dundas • 8am-6pm, DundasGarden Tour • 10am-4pmWine and Art Crawl • 12-5pmThe Trail WineriesExhibit Opening Reception: Art in Bloom • 1-3pm, Northfi eld Arts GuildThe Average Janes • 2-5pmCannon River Winery, Cannon FallsTheater: Best of Broadway and Film 7:30pmParadise Center for the Arts, FaribaultYour Friends and Family • 8-11:30pmThe Tavern Lounge

DJ Music, Castle Rock and Roll • 9pm, Rueb ‘N’ Stein, 620 Grill

EVERY FRIDAY

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30Theater: Young People’s Theater Workshop Performances • 5:30pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild Theater

Western Union • 8-10pm, The Cow

Karaoke • 8pm, 620 GrillMarv Gohman • 8:30-11pmThe Tavern LoungeRice County Roosters • 10pm-1amThe Contented Cow


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Junebug Music Festival (at the Contented Cow continued)Fish Frye • 11pm-12:30am

Mankato-based duo featuring a Neil Young-sounding Joe Tougas and the gorgeous-voiced Ann Fee. Eclectic pop from Etta James to KISS – fi ve decades of music delivered so you can hear the band and the person next to you.

Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing • 7pmCentral Park, FaribaultAcoustic swing.


Alison Rae • 8:30-11pmThe Tavern LoungeThe Northfi eld Entertainment Guide’s 2010 Musi-cian of the Year! St. Paul-based musician “whose voice and songs come at you with all the power and hype of a falling snowfl ake…her talent has instantly hushed a room.” – Jim Walsh, MinnPost.

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Area 51 • 9-10:30pmVoted Northfi eld’s No. 1 Band of 2009 by readers of the North-fi eld Entertainment Guide! Take eight from the fi elds of education, architecture, communications and medicine; mix in guitars, drums, saxophones, harmonicas, voices and cowbells and you’ve got “music from the heavens.”

RCAs • 11pm-1amThe Rice County All-Stars are Aaron Hagenson, Peter Lynn, Terry VanDeWalker and Aaron Anderson – that would be a dose of Last Known Whereabouts, a dash of Deputies, a smidgen of Big Wu and Mr. Sticky to taste – the All-Stars.

Celebrate Dundas • 5:30pmDundasThis is the fi rst of a two-day event. The city cel-ebration begins Friday evening with The Dundas Dukes Kid’s Baseball Clinic at 5:30pm before the Dundas Dukes game.

Jacob Hendrick and Ah-Hem • 8-11:30pmThe Tavern LoungeAn Ah-Ha cover band gone bad. Cov-ering Velvet Underground, Bowie, Iggy Pop, Roxy Music, Modern Lovers, Talk-ing Heads and more for your pleasure.


SATURDAY, JUNE 25

Riverwalk Market Fair • 9am-1pmCannon Riverwalk, Downtown Northfi eldArtists’ and farmers’ market along the Cannon River with many family friendly activities including Kids Making Art. June’s focus is just on kids. Events begin at 10am by the farmers’ market side.

Junebug Music Festival The Contented CowCarey Langer • 1-2:30pm

A solo artist covering six decades and seven styles of music. From The Everly Brothers and Frank Sinatra, to Rick Springfi eld, Dave Matthews and Jimmy Eat World, plus original music.

Marty Anderson & the Goods • 3-4:30pmThe “Goods” music is a blend of Americana and country alter-native sound with lots of Bob Dylan. They do some glam-era adaptations that really rock, as well as new music like Wilco and Ryan Adams.

Shoot Lucy • 5-6:30pmTaylor Baggott Blues Band • 7-8:30pm

Taylor Baggott’s golden voice is a beautiful instrument. Classically trained in opera and musical theater, he can adapt to any style.

Beguine Brothers • 9-10:30pmBilled as an old-time country and western revue with smatterings of the Urban Hillbilly Quintet, among others.

Gospel Gossip • 11pm-1amVoted Best Band by City Pages – “Drawing an old-souled pop awareness they must have accrued in their past lives, these wun-derkinds have made a high-wattage debut that harkens to the fi ner, headier days when brainiacs like the Velvet Underground and New Order were called party music.”


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Celebrate Dundas • 8am-6pmDundasThis is the second of a two-day event. Family Fun Bike Ride with bike decorating for the kids, a pancake breakfast, kid’s carnival, dog activities, ArtOrg steam roller print making, live music from The Mark Cameron Band, Martin Anderson & the Goods and All Jampt Up, a car show and a one-day museum. A street dance with music by 8th Street kicks off at 8pm.

Garden Tour • 10am-4pmIn conjunction with Art in Bloom. Flowers and fi ne art. Six delightful, distinctive gardens with artists at each garden creating art amid the fragrant fl ora and foliage. Tickets: $10 and available at Knecht’s Landscaping, eco gardens, Present Perfect and the North-fi eld Arts Guild.

Wine and Art Crawl • 12-5pmThe Trail WineriesThis is the fi rst of a two-day event. The Trail Wineries will be host-ing a fabulous day of wine sampling while viewing magnifi cent artwork from a variety of local artists. Be sure to visit all the winer-ies on the trail and get your passport stamped as you complete a wine tasting. Turn in all completed passports for a drawing to be held in December.

Exhibit Opening Reception: Art in Bloom • 1-3pmNorthfi eld Arts GuildSee galleries page.

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The Average Janes • 2-5pmCannon River Winery, Cannon Falls

Theater: Best of Broadway and Film • 7:30pmParadise Center for the Arts, FaribaultSee theater page.

Your Friends and Family • 8-11:30pmThe Tavern LoungeFolk pop. Just some handsome guys and some beautiful women playing music together: Monica Haynes (piano), Travis Kath (vocals, guitar), Kevin Stanke (bass, harmonica) and Allie Savella (ukulele).


SUNDAY, JUNE 26

Garden Tour • 11am-4pmThis is the second of a two-day event. See June 25 description.

Wine and Art Crawl • 12-5pmThe Trail WineriesThis is the second of a two-day event. See June 25 description.

Theater: Best of Broadway and Film • 2pmParadise Center for the Arts, FaribaultSee theater page.


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Andrew Walesch • 2-5pmCannon River Winery, Cannon FallsBlues and jazz.


MONDAY, JUNE 27


TUESDAY, JUNE 28

Northfi elders for Justice in Palestine/Movie Showing • 7pmBethel Lutheran ChurchIn the fi lm, Arna’s Children, Jewish Israeli woman sets up a theater for Arab children in the West Bank city of Jenin. This is the fi rst in a three-movie summer Holy Land Film Fest. Free.


WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29

Theater: Young People’s Theater Workshop Performances 5:30pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild TheaterSee theater page.

Books and Stars: Gypsy Mania • 6:30pmOdd Fellow’s ParkA spontaneous, vivid performance by some of Minnesota’s most stellar gypsy-jazz artists, played in the Django Reinhardt French swing tradition of the 1930s.


THURSDAY, JUNE 30

Theater: Young People’s Theater Workshop Performances 5:30pmNorthfi eld Arts Guild TheaterSee theater page.

Western Union • 8-10pmThe Contented Cow


Marv Gohman • 8:30-11pmThe Tavern LoungeOut of the Great North Woods of suburban Minneapolis/St. Paul, comes a swaggering, foot-stompin’, heart-pumpin’ minstrel, laying waste to any instrument that comes within ten fi ngers of his sweaty

reach. Furious fi ddle and madcap mandolin struggle to punch holes in steel and guitars. Wailing harp winds up breathing hard.

Rice County Roosters • 10pm-1amThe Contented Cow

HAPPENINGS Sunday, June 26, continued


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Guest Column

By Wendy Russell

Music – Medicine for the MindFrom entertainment to education, we incorporate music into all areas of our lives. Music enhances special events, energizes us and calms our babies. Daniel Levitin – a musician, record producer, and neuro-scientist – states, “Music is integral to our lives and, from Elgar to Elvis, provides familiarity and pleasure.” In his book, This is Your Brain on Music, Levitin explains the science, experi-ence and healing properties of music that have been recognized for centuries, and discusses recent research that explores the relationship between memory and familiar music.

We know that music helps trigger memories; it even appears immune to the ravages of Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s patients may not recall people or events but they remember melodies and lyrics. Research has linked playing an instrument to the stimulation of areas of the brain involved with memory, which shows promise in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. New studies have discovered how sound waves, particularly organized ones like music, have the power to alter or shape new pathways in the brain. Just as exercising the body promotes physical fi tness, so does the proper exercise of the mind promote brain fi tness.

Music is a fun and effective ways to exercise the mind. Older adults who begin music lessons not only enjoy the learning but also report a perceived improvement in memory and mental clarity. Beginning or resuming music lessons – at any age – have been shown repeatedly to have many psychological and social benefi ts; playing nurtures the spirit, maintains fi ne-motor skills and develops social connections. The therapeutic value of musical training includes a boost in brain functionality, a strengthening of the immune system and an increase in positive thinking. And lest you forget: it’s rewarding and fun.

So – Play On!!

Wendy Russell is an independent music teacher in Northfi eld who works with students of all ages and abilities in her private studio.

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Undiscovered: A Collection of Works from Red Wing Pho-tography Club • Through June 24

CANNON VALLEY TRAIL

Cannon Valley Trail 25th Anniversary CelebrationJune 4, 11am-2pm, Welch Station Access

CROSSINGS AT CARNEGIE 320 East Ave., Zumbrota507/732-7616 • www.crossingsatcarnegie.com

Karen Lewis, Jeff Chauvin Paintins ExhibitThrough June 11

John Gorka in Concert • June 12, 8pmBaritone-voiced folk singer/songwriter.

Peter Mulvey in Concert • June 25, 8pmRootsy blues, jazz and folk.

FALCONER VINEYARDS 3572 Old Tyler Rd. • Red Wing

The Ditch Lilies • June 12, 7pm

HISTORY CENTER OF OLMSTEAD COUNTY1195 West Circle Dr. SW, Rochester

Hambone Music Festival • June 17-18 Funk Trek, Levee Town, Kris Lager Band, Lew Klimesh Band, Key Lime Specials, Trent Romens Band, Deb Brown Band, Curtis and the Kicks, Davina and the Vagabonds, Scottie Miller Band, Trampled Under Foot.

LAKE CITY

Tour de Pepin • June 4Bicycle and paddleboat tour of Lake Pepin.

40th Annual Water Ski Days • June 24-26Arts and crafts show, grand parade on Sunday, live music each night in the beer tent, water ski show, carnival rides, bingo, 5K and 10K runs, classic car show and more.

QUARRY HILL NATURE CENTER701 Silver Creek Rd. NE, Rochester • www.qhnc.org

Remembering with Dignity – See Their Faces • June 5Art exhibition and reenactment of research process followed by a ceremony at the Rochester State Hospital Cemetery.

RED WING – DOWNTOWN

Groovy Sixties Car Show • June 19

RED WING ART ASSOCIATION 418 Levee St., Red Wing651/388-7569 • www.redwingartsassociation.org

Len Guggenberger • June 1-30Award-winning Casein artist in the Vendeer Gallery.

The Beauty of Glass • June 1-30Vogel Gallery

RED WING DEPOT 418 Levee St., Red Wing

5th Annual Plein Air Arts Festival • June 20-25Paintings of the scenic venues of Red Wing.

ROCHESTER

Down by the Riverside Announcement PartyJune 16, 6:30pm, Thursdays On First, Coca-Cola Third StagePerformance by The Buckinghams and the announcement of the schedule for the 20th Anniversary season of the Down by the Riverside Free Summer Concert Series.

Much Ado About NothingJune 16-26 at Central Park or Soldier’s Field

ROCHESTER ART CENTER 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester • www.rochesterartcenter.org

Palette to Palate • June 16More than 30 remarkable wines and microbrews from around the world hosted by expert sommelier Tessa Leung.

Tony Tasset and John Fleischer • Through Sept. 4

ROCHESTER CIVIC THEATRE 20 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester • www.rochestercivictheatre.org

Complete Works of William Shakespeare • June 9-18Three intrepid thespians attempt the impossible by performing an abridged version of ALL the immortal Bard’s work.

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Wasioja Civil War Days • June 24-26Celebrating the 150th anniversary of Minnesota entering into the American Civil War.

ZUMBROTA COVERED BRIDGE PARK Off Highway 58

Montana Skies in Concert • June 11, 8pmFree concert. A fusion of classical, jazz and rock.

June Regional HappeningsThere are a number of exciting offerings in the region this month; we offer here a brief sample of what’s to be found beyond Northfi eld.

Be sure to check them out—and say you saw them in the Northfi eld Entertainment Guide!

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certified member of MN Music Teachers Assoc.

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Monday and Tuesday, July 11 and 12, 9am-3:30pmThe workshop will include one day painting inside,

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Those highlighted in red are featured in our annual music section, pages 17-25.8th Street ..................................25 – Dundas32 Below ..........3 – Water Street parking lotAcoustic Jam Session .......Tuesdays – CowIan Alexy.......................................9 – TavernAll Jampt Up ............................25 – DundasMichael Anderson ....................... 18 – CowArea 51......................................10, 24 – CowAverage Janes ............19, 25 – Cannon FallsMiki Beavis .................................... 18 – CowBeguine Brothers ........................ 25 – CowBig Strong Men ............................. 22 – CowBratlanders .....4 – Water Street parking lot,

18 – CowMark Breitinger........................... 18 – CowBrothers Burn Mountain ............. 10 – CowTim Brown .......................4 – Cannon FallsRay Coudret .................................3 – TavernCounterfactuals ............................ 23 – CowDave Drentlaw .............................. 18 – CowDewi Sant .........................................8 – CowBrooke Ellis .....................12 – Cannon FallsFaribault High School Band .........................15 – Faribault

Fish Frye ........................................ 23 – CowBonnie Jean Flom ......................... 16 – Cow

Four on the Floor ..................18 – FaribaultGod Save Norman ........................ 22 – CowMarv Gohman ...........................30 – TavernGospel Gossip ............................... 25 – CowGroove Factory ................................9 – CowGypsy Mania ................... 29 – Odd Fellow’sJill Holly ............................5 – Cannon FallsHütenänny and Friends ....... 19 – Way ParkJacob Hendrick and Ah-hem ...24 – TavernIrish Music Session ..... Wednesdays – CowJivin’ Ivan .....................4, 18, 23 – FaribaultDan Kase ....................................10 – TavernChris Koza ........................................4 – CowCarey Langer ................................. 25 – CowJim Lenway .................................... 10 – CowLonely Hearts ...................................8 – CowCharlie Maguire .....................10 – FaribaultJon Manners .............................. 4 – TavernMarc Reigel & Friends ................. 16 – CowMark Cameron Band ..............25 – DundasMarty Anderson & the Goods ..................... 25 – Cow, Dundas

Matt Arthur & Friends ....................2 – CowSasha Mercedes ..........................18 – TavernMike Midwestern ......................... 18 – CowMark Mraz .............................2, 16 – TavernMulte ..................................Mondays – CowNorthern Roots Session ..... Sundays – Cow

Northfi eld Community Band ....... 16 – Bridge Square

Occasional Jazz ....................3, 17, 24 – CowOptimum Trajectory .................. 22 – CowOver & Back Band .................19 – FaribaultBarb Piper ............16 – Cow, 18 – FaribaultAlison Rae ................15 – Cow, 23 – TavernRCAs .............................................. 24 – CowRelativity ....................................17 – TavernRice County Roosters................... 30 – CowRogue Valley ....4 – Water Street parking lotMarilyn Sellars ............................. 5 – GrandShoot Lucy .................................... 25 – CowSinging Strings ...................... 19 – Way ParkStone Soup .................................... 17 – CowStoryhill ...........4 – Water Street parking lotSweet Jazz ................18 – Library, 23 – CowT.H.E. House Band .......... 11 – Castle Rock,

22 – Memorial PoolTango Orchestra ..............................3 – CowTaylor Baggott Blues Band ......... 25 – CowToaster Fork! ................................ 24 – CowtreVeld .............................11 – Cannon FallsVandalay, Art ..............................11 – TavernPop Wagner ........................... 15 – Way ParkAndrew Walesch .......18, 26 – Cannon FallsWestern Union...........................9, 30 – CowYour Friends & Family ..............25 – Tavern

June Gigs


JuneBug lights up the nightJoin music lovers and outdoor revelers for the 4th annual JuneBug Festival of Music, at the Contented Cow. The bands begin to play on Wednesday, June 22 at 5pm; the festivities continue Thursday and Friday evenings, with an afternoon start time that goes well into dark on Saturday, June 25. Admission is free, and the bands are hot. Pretty cool. For more information, call 663-1311 or go to www.contentedcow.com.

Peddle and Paddle on Water and TrailCelebrate the 25th year of the Cannon Valley Trail with the Cannon River Peddle Paddle on June 4, from 8:30am to 2pm. Choose a 20-mile bike ride that begins at the trail head off Hwy. 19 in Cannon Falls, or a 3-4 hour paddle on the wild and scenic Cannon River, traveling from Cannon Falls to Welch; that trip starts at Riverside Park (North 4th Street in Cannon Falls). Refreshments and activi-ties will be ongoing at the Welch rest area; nature will supply the abundant entertainment. Go to www.crwp.net/events for informa-tion/registration.

History on FootJoin the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota on June 4 for a tour of historic Minnesota downtowns – including Northfi eld’s. Starting in Owatonna, moving up through Faribault and ending on our own doorstep, travel along to learn about the many historically signifi cant buildings that live among us. The tour begins at 8:30am and ends at 3:30pm, and promises to be an architectural and historical treat. For information and tickets, go to www.mnpreservation.org or call 651/293-9047. But hurry – space is limited.

Free WifiBubble Teas are available hot or cold

Light Food ~ Spring RollsSamples available.

Udon SoupVegetable or SeafoodSPECIAL


Care for Your Loved One,

Peace of Mind for You.

Welcome to Northwood Pines Northfield Retirement Community’s Northwood Pines catered living apartment homes feature spacious floor plans ideal for couples or individuals. Northwood Pines offers privacy, freedom and comfort all in an attractive, home-like residential setting.

Flexible care options for you and your spouse. Northwood Pines is ideal for couples needing different levels of care. If you’re in a

“caregiving” position, here is a living option that provides peace of mind and independence, while delivering personalized catered care for your spouse. From minimal assistance to expansive, around-the-clock care, we offer flexible options to meet your needs.

Northwood Pines features beautifully finished kitchenettes with Cambria® countertops, private baths and individually controlled heating and air conditioning units. You have access to Northfield Retirement Community’s meal options, housekeeping services and 24-hour emergency response system. Additionally, our campus offers extensive social, spiritual and recreational opportunities.

For a tour or to review the five beautiful floor plan options, call us today at 507-664-3466.

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Threading Art through the World Wide WebExperience the “virtually” transformative power of art as some of the Midwest’s fi nest fi ber and textile artists exhibit their work at the Northfi eld Arts Guild from June 29 to Aug. 6, and see the infl uence that communi-cations technology has had on contemporary life. Opening reception: Friday, July 8, 6-9pm. The exhibit is produced by the Northfi eld Arts Guild in partnership with the Northfi eld Public Library and ArtOnWater Gallery. For more information, call 507/645-8877 or go to www.northfi eldartsguild.org.

Summer Svenska-StyleCelebrate summer Scandinavian-style at Midsommar in Way Park on Sunday, June 19. Hosted by the Friends of Way Park, Northfi eld Swedish Club and Sons of Norway, this family friendly events begins at 5:30 and features wreathmaking, a youth fi d-dling group, and a midsommar processional and raising of the maypole, followed by an evening of games, dances and live Nordic music. Bring a picnic, purchase food treats, and settle in for an evening of fun. Raining? It’s all at St John’s Lutheran Church.

The Art of a Summer SaturdayIt’s back – and better than ever! Riverwalk Market Fair, that downtown destination event and runaway hit, is starting its second season on June 4. The summer-long fest is held each Saturday from 9am to 1pm and features organic produce, artisan foods, live music and – of course – the best in local fi ne art and craft. Special events each Saturday will draw kids from 1 to 101. Truly, this is Northfi eld at its fi nest. For more informa-tion, go to www.riverwalkmarketfair.org.

Performing Artists – Are You Ready for Your Close Up?Calling all actors – dancers, playwrights, directors, choreographers, set designers – for the Northfi eld Entertainment Guide’s FIRST ANNUAL Performing Arts Issue, coming in August! This is your chance to be in our spotlight; send us a (brief) bio, with a photo. Tell us what makes you do what you love, and love what you do. Whether you shine on stage or make magic behind the scenes, we want to know about the people who give us all such a treat. Questions? Call 663-7937. And send your bio to info@northfi eldguide.com – (just do it by July 15 to be considered). Mr. DeMille would be proud.

Send us your shorts! (keep ‘em brief)Send to neg@northfi eldguide.com.


Just Curious about

You’ve seen it: the oasis of green that’s blooming on Division Street, under the beautiful new sign that reads eco gardens. But have you met the eco-gardeners themselves, Jeni and Howard Holt – she of the angelic blonde curls and he of the booming voice? We have, and we think downtown Northfi eld is mighty lucky to have them. Here’s a little about the Holts and their beautiful nursery: read this, then go over and intro-duce yourself. You’ll be glad you did.

By Felicia Crosby

the back story……(all Jeni): My sister, Becky Guneratne, is co-owner; we started Mother Earth Gardens in Minneapolis in 1994. I left in 2005, then she sold two years later. Howie and I sold our house and went to Costa Rica for a while, came back and started doing small remodeling jobs…then moved to the country outside Northfi eld, where we caretake a farm school. Becky, her husband, Howie and I were having coffee, talking about Northfi eld. This building was bank-owned and an eye-sore, so my brother-in-law said why don’t we buy it…? One month later we were in!

Family fun bike ridebike decorating for the kids

pancake breakfast

kid’s carnival

dog activitiesArtOrg steam roller print making

car showmusic all day

one day museum

biggest gardening mistakes people make?Maybe trying too hard to control Mother Nature? She’s mighty!

growing the experiencemy major was Natural Resources and Environmental Studies; Howie’s a retired iron worker, so he’s learning every day. He has the passion!

Jeni &Howard

Holt


green thumb-ing in Northfieldwe’re amazed by the people here – young and old. So many unique and interesting people; what an active community! Everyone has gone out of their way to encourage us and make us feel welcome.

foolproof plants again – Mother Nature is mighty! Everything that lives, dies. If I had to choose, I’d say native plants.

anything not worth the effort?Impossible! Snow on the Mountain may have a purpose for someone’s garden. Anything is worth the effort if you love it.

Where’s your fantasy garden?For Howie, Costa Rica – he loves the warmth! I love four

seasons in the garden. Planting bulbs in the fall is so hopeful, something to look forward to. Gardeners are optimistic!

bliss out of the gardensummer: hammock, book and mojito

winter: couch, book, sauna and tea


Northfi eld Arts Guild – 507/645-8877 – Find classes for kids and adults at www.northfi eldartsguild.org.

Northfi eld Buddhist Meditation Center – Children’s Circle Class (ages 3-9) – Sundays, 3-4pm – Children and their parents meditate, do yoga and learn about Buddhism in a fun, peaceful atmosphere of exploration. Everyone welcome.

Northfi eld Public Library – 507/645-6606First Steps Early Literacy Center, Mon, Fri and Sat, 10-11amPatty Cake Infant Lapsit, Tue, 10amToddler Rhyme Time, Wed, 10amPreschool Story & Craft Time, Thu, 10am

Northfi eld Public Schools Community Services – 507/664-3649

Northfi eld Senior Center – www.northfi eldseniorcenter.org 507/664-3700 – Programs for active older adults in a pre-mier fi tness facility with an indoor pool and certifi ed fi tness instructors. Bike club, hiking trips, ping pong, nutrition talks, art classes, writing classes, card groups, dining center, fi tness classes and more.

Understanding Your Camera – June 8, 9:30-11:30am. Basic Photography – June 22, 9:30-11:30am. Cost for each

photography class is $18 non-members/$15 members. Open to all adults. Register by calling the Senior Center.

Guided Hike through Afton State Park – June 11, 7:45am. Hik-ers meet at NSC parking lot and carpool to the park. $10/per-son. Call the Senior Center to register and for more informa-tion.

Paradise Center for the Arts – 612/216-1206Find art-related classes for kids and adults at www.paradisecenterforthearts.org.

River Bend Nature Center, 507/332-7151 – classes and activi-ties at www.rbnc.org.

Time Travel – History Tours of River Bend – Join a naturalist for a journey back in time to discover the history of the land. Travel is by golf cart. Tours last 1.5 hours and can accommo-date up to fi ve people. Call to schedule. Donations welcome.

Cannon River Woodcarving Club – 507/339-0336 Third Monday of the month, 7pm, Ivan Whillock Studio, Faribault

The Cheese Cave – 507/334-3988, cheesecave.net, Faribault – Foodies Club – Monday, June 6, 6pm – meets monthly. Join Jill

Mackey and talk food styles, recipes, ingredients, methods of cooking and more. This month: Salads.

Unsettled Ale Society – Second Thursday of the month, June 9, 7:30pm – a club of home brewers and beer enthusiasts who sample beer from The Cheese Cave and share beer stories. Come to learn or to simply enjoy. For information, contact Laura, 507/334-3988 or Kevin, 507/291-1121.

Cooking with Jill Mackey, June 18, 10am – Start out your weekend with a bang! A different class, monthly on a Saturday morning, 10-11ish. This month: EGGS. Ever wanted to make your own me-ringue? Learn this skill and some other great egg tricks. 507/334-3988 to register. $25/person. Seating limited.

Celebrity Bartender with Girlfriends Magazine, June 23, 6-8pm – free. Tips going to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Classical Yoga of Northfi eld – 507/664-0660 or [email protected], Swami Jaidev – June 11, 10am-3pm – An explorer of well-ness and spirituality with doctorates in theology and in philoso-phy of consciousness, Jaidev has authored several books includ-ing The Wellness Tree and Walking with a Himalayan Master. Seminars include: Wellness – Body & Breath (10am-12pm) and Wellness – Mind & Emotions (1:30-3pm). Pre-register by June 4. $25/session, $40 both.

Cub Scout Pack 300 – 612/490-4048, www.cubs300.org

Dakota Stables – 952/913-3222, www.dakotastables.comClasses and rides for kids and adults.

Glass Garden Beads Beading Class – 507/645-0301First and third Mondays

Just Food Co-op – 507/650-0106 – Mondays: Knitting Night, 7-9pm, 507/645-6331 – knit, chat, share ideas and get help.

The Key Mondays: Book Club, 5pmTuesdays: Photo Club, 5:30pm – developing and learning. Game Night, 7pmWednesdays: College Prep, 7-8:30pm – learn about the ACT,

fi nancial aid, how to write a college essay, etc. The Key will pay for college applications for those not able. Most who show up are paired with a caring and knowledgeable adult.

Thursdays: Art Night, 6pmFridays: Movie Night, 7pmSundays: Writing Workshop, 3-5pm – for details, call 507/663-0715.

MOMS Club – northfi [email protected] – First Wednesday of each month, 10am, St. Peter’s Church. If you are a full-time or part-time stay-at-home mom, this club may be for you. MOMS Club is a local chapter of the International MOMS Club, an organization dedicated to providing support and a sense of community for stay-at-home moms.

Monarch Gift Shop – Free Weekly Guided Meditation – every Wednesday, 7-8pm – 607/663-7720. Take a break from your week and set your mind and spirit free with mediation in a spacious and relaxed environment.

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620 Grill inside back cover620 Water St. • 507/786-9797 • Facebook: 620 Grill – Tu-Su 11a-late, closed Mondays. Burgers, fries, soups, sandwiches, wraps, pulled pork and a great bar! Nitelife from 9pm offers karaoke, DJ dancing, live music and more.

Castle Rock N Roll Bar and Grill Page 2027798 Chippendale Ave • 507/645-0676 Facebook: Castle Rock N Roll Bar and Grill – 11-1am (every day). Great burgers and pizza, with daily specials. Located at the corner of Hwy. 3 and Cty. Rd. 86. Private party room available.

Chapati inside back cover214 Division St. • 507/645-2462 (offi ce 507/645-1665) www.chapati.us – Closed Mondays – Cuisine of India. Variety of curry and Tandoori

entrees including a large selection of vegetarian items. Wine and beer.

The Cheese Cave Page 39318 Central Ave., Suite 6, Faribault 507/334-3988 • www.cheesecave.net – Wed 10am-5:30pm, Thu-Sat 10am-8pm – A light menu of fresh salads and sandwiches, a couple gourmet pizzas and cheese plates to compliment whatever you are drinking. Wines, spirits and Summit beer on tap.

The Contented Cow inside back cover302 Division St. S. www.contentedcow.com 3pm-close – British-style pub with authentic British specialties and a variety of soups, salads and sandwiches. Extensive patio overlooking the Cannon River. Great selection of imported and domestic draft beer and a full selection of wine and spirits.

El Tequila Page 311010 Hwy. 3 S. • 664-9139 • 11 a.m. -10 p.m. Family restaurant offering authentic Mexican cuisine, wonderful margaritas and more.

The HideAway Page 3421 Division St. • 507/664-0400 Mon-Fri 6am-10pm, Sat-Sun 7am-10pm – Cozy bistro atmosphere serving unique appetizers and sand-wiches. Coffee drinks, wine and beer specialties.

James Gang Coffeehouse & Eatery Page 382018 Jefferson Rd. • 507/663-6060 • Mon-Fri 6am-8pm, Sat-Sun 7am-5pm – Voted Best Coffeehouse in southern Minnesota. Fresh daily roasted coffee. Wraps, soups, sandwiches, salads, desserts, ice cream and non-espresso drinks. Free wireless internet and business catering available.

J. Grundy’s Rueb ‘N’ Stein Page 32503 Division St. • www.ruebnstein.com

507/645-6691 • 11am-close – Great burgers and famous Ruebens. Casual relaxing atmosphere. Huge selection of

imported and domestic beers, fi ne spirits and wines. Game room, happy hour 3:30-6pm, Karaoke on Fridays at 9pm.

Mandarin Garden Restaurant Page 36107 East 4th St. • Mandarin-GardenNorthfi eld.com507/645-7101 – Lunch: Wed-Fri 11:30am-2pm, Dinner:

Tue-Thu 4:30-9pm. Open until 10 Fri and Sat. Authentic Peking and Szechuan cuisine, freshly prepared, dine-in or take-out.

Northfi eld Golf Club – 707 Prairie St. 507/645-4026 • Sun-Thu 11am-8pm, Fri/Sat 11am-9pm – Whether seated in the main dining room, bar, or member’s lounge, beautiful panoramic views of the golf course provide a charming atmosphere. Lunch and dinner menus with a variety of cuisine to savor under the direction of Chef Rafael Perez and his staff.

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery Page 321401 Riverview Drive • 507/645-4830 • Sun-Wed 5am-11pm, Thu-Sat 24 hrs – Breakfast all day. Favorites include buttermilk pancakes, three-egg omelettes and hearty scrambler dishes. Also serving sandwiches and dinner entrees. Weekday breakfast and lunch specials. Free wi-fi available.

Pan Pan Cafe inside back cover303 Division St. • 507/786-9200 • Su-Th 11am-8pm, Fr/Sa 11am-9pm – An interna-tional café serving Pan-Asian cuisine on noodles and jasmine rice plus a variety of coffee drinks, teas, beer, wine and sake.

Quarterback Club Page 32116 3rd St. W. • 507/645-7886 • Mon-Sat 6am-9pm, Sun 10:30am-8pm – Family friendly dining in Northfi eld for 37 years. House specialties include broasted chicken, BBQ ribs and fl ame-broiled hamburgers.

The Tavern of Northfi eld – 212 Division St. www.tavernofnorthfi eld.com • 507/663-0342 Sun-Thu 6:30am-10pm, Fri-Sat 6:30am-11pm, lounge open daily 3pm-midnight. Located in the historic Archer House since 1984, The Tavern offers casual dining with a wide variety of homemade menu

items and specials daily featuring fresh fi sh on Fridays and prime rib on Saturdays. The Tavern Lounge sports a deck overlooking the Cannon River, appetizers and a full bar with live music Thur-Sat.

Tea Creations Page 40306 Division St. • 507/786-9500 – Sun-Mon 11am-8pm, Tue-Fri 10am-9pm, Sat 10am-8pm – With more than 50 fl avors, bubble tea has brought a whole new meaning to the con-cept of drinking tea. Join the trend. Delicious, colorful and fun. Take a moment and savor the fl avor. Kid friendly, vegan friendly, free wifi , sleek and relaxing atmosphere. Light menu of spring rolls.

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event, saying, “The Northfi eld public is familiar with good band music, especially better ensemble playing than that displayed by Liberati’s band.”)

On June 17, 1893, the St. Olaf cornet band gave what the Northfi eld News of June 24 called “the fi rst annual concert” in Central Park which was “looked forward to with a great deal of expectancy by both the students and the citizens.” The News reported, “The evening was clear and beautiful and a large audience was scattered about the park at an early hour. As the time for the program approached, the space about the bandstand became alive with people and a number of vehicles were stretched along in the streets adjoining the park.” Band pieces included, “Down on the Farm,” “The Old Church Organ,” “Recollections of the War” and “Grand March Westwood.”

The Modern Woodman of America band presented 12 free open-air concerts in the summer of 1911 on an elevated stage on Bridge

Square. The M.W.A. was a fraternal organization with a hall downtown. The band, directed by Professor Gustaf Santino, drew a large audience from both North-fi eld and Faribault and was supported by local businesses and the Commercial Club. Maggie Lee wrote in the June 14, 2006, Northfi eld News, about Santino, son of an Aus-trian nobleman, who came to the United States from Germany and enlisted in the Civil War as a musician and drum major, later organized a drum corps for Civil War veterans and was a school band instructor. He had also been a member of John Philip Sousa’s military band.

HISTORICHAPPENINGS

NORTHFIELD STYLE

By Susan Hvistendahl

Community Bands: A Northfi eld Tradition“As we felt the necessity of the civilizing infl uence of music in our semi-savage state, a band of young men was formed, led by John Mullin. Time hung heavy; money and girls, two prime necessities of life, were scarce.”

The earliest mention of a community band in Northfi eld appears to be these words from Hiram Scriver’s address to the Old Settlers’ Association on Jan. 27, 1876, about the early years after John North founded the town in 1855. Scriver was the fi rst true merchant in Northfi eld and fi rst mayor under the city charter.

One can fi nd scattered newspaper references to Northfi eld bands over the next few years, including a band taking part in a joint meet-ing of the Northfi eld and Faribault Old Settlers’ Associations in 1882. The Rice County Journal of Feb. 23 reported that the Faribault con-tingent was met at the railroad depot, then “headed by the Northfi eld band, marched to Mill Square,” and all marched up the hill to the Congregational Church for dinner (where 500 people were served). Afterwards the band “played several fi ne selections” and “escorted the procession to Lockwood’s opera house” for speeches and singing.

An engaging picture from the 1880s shows nine women posing with a variety of instruments in what is billed as the Northfi eld Chautau-qua band at a “guest night party” at the home of Mrs. I.D. Wilson. Whether these women ever performed in public or were just “jam-ming” is not known. The choice of name probably has some connection to the Chautauqua move-ment organized in 1874 in New York. However, the fi rst traveling Chau-tauqua Circuit did not reach Northfi eld until June of 1914. Reaching its peak in the 1920s, Chautauqua featured a week of programs held in tents which brought culture and entertain-ment to towns, including lectures and musical performances. (The July 3, 1914, Northfi eld News pronounced the fi rst Chautauqua a success, while disparaging the band which opened the

The “Northfi eld Chautauqua Band” plays together at a “guest night party” in North-fi eld in the 1880s at the home of Mrs. I.D. Wilson. Photo: Northfi eld Historical Society

Northfi eld’s modern-day community band continues the tradition!


“Less Noise Wanted at Band Concerts” was the headline of a North-fi eld Independent article on Aug. 12, 1915. The story began, “The Independent has been repeatedly requested to urge silence on the part of the audience during the music at the weekly concerts in the park by the city band.” (This would be Central Park.) “Common courtesy” and “a proper respect for others” was requested: “As it is now, the concerts do not give a very favorable impression to people from out-side the city. During the music, frequent noises, such as automobiles driven with muffl ers open, and so forth, make it impossible to hear and cause the interested listener to leave in disgust.” Securing seating was also a problem: “Many ladies, frequently with children, walk some distance to hear the band play. When they arrive at the park, they are already fatigued. As the grass is too damp to be seated on the lawn, they are forced to stand, and when the intermission comes many are ready to leave for home.” Another distraction: “children who are romping noisily.”

The need for funds for the Northfi eld City Band prompted them to put on a minstrel show in January of 1916. Not at all politically cor-rect by today’s standards, white men in blackface was popular enter-tainment early in the 20th century. The headline of the Northfi eld Independent of Jan. 20, 1916, was “City to Laugh at Minstrels; Local Burnt Cork Artists Will Make Town Sit Up and Take Notice.” The chosen songs “have that swing to them that will have the entire audi-torium swaying in their seats. The ballads are beautiful and are in the hands of the best singers in our city. But just wait until you hear some of the jokes these burnt cork comedians are going to tell on some of their friends…The singing of the big chorus augmented by Mr. Mohn‘s concert orchestra is to be one of the big features of the show.” Men were encouraged to buy two tickets “and it will prompt your wife to jolly you in buying plumes for her spring bonnet.”

“Minstrels Prove a Big Drawing Card” was the headline of the Jan. 27, 1916, Independent. The locals “kept the audience in one fi t of laughter” between musical numbers and the Charles Lindholm traveling vaudeville company concluded the program with comic sketches. “The band boys are to be congratulated on the splendid success of the entertainment,” the reporter wrote.

In 1927, an article on April 28 in the Independent said that several years had elapsed since the city had weekly summer band concerts. That summer a band, supported by town citizens, was formed by 17 local musicians and directed by George W. Mohn, son of St. Olaf’s

fi rst president, Thorbjörn Mohn. Large crowds came to the concerts and in August there was an exchange with the Faribault band and a joint band concert with the Cannon Falls Band. But by 1930, money was scarce and the future of a summer band was in doubt until citizens established a band fund and collected $783 so the season could start on July 1. Mohn was still leading the now 26-piece band.

There was another band within the community of North-fi eld which had a successful run of performances. It was composed of children. In 1899 the Odd Fellows Home was built at the site of the present Three Links on Forest Avenue in Northfi eld, opening fi rst as an orphanage and then as a care site for the elderly. By 1927, the Home was housing 39 boys, 20 girls, 42 men and 23 women. The Odd Fellows Children’s Band played in June of 1927 before 8,000 people at the fi rst annual state picnic of Odd Fellows in Northfi eld. In 1930, the Odd Fellows Children’s Band was continuing to thrive, playing at homecom-ing events in Northfi eld and giving concerts in Duluth, Hibbing, Plainview and Brainerd. A picture of the band

in 1930 shows 20 band members and Charles Owen, director and Superintendent of the Home.

Along with the popcorn wagon on Bridge Square, community band concerts have been a cherished tradition of Northfi eld for many years. This summer’s community band concerts, directed by Paul Beck, will be on Bridge Square on Thursdays on June 16, June 23, June 30 and July 6. All start at 7 p.m., except on June 16 when the concert, as part of Taste of Northfi eld, will start at 6 p.m. Residents are encouraged to bring folding chairs.

The Odd Fellows Children’s Band, residents of Northfi eld’s Odd Fellows Home, played concerts throughout Minnesota. Photo from 1930. Photo: Three Links


By Felicia Crosby

Just Food Co-opSupporting the Guide since 2006!

Why do I enjoy going into Just Food so much? Is it that wonderful, earthy-fresh herb aroma that greets me as soon as I walk through the door and grab my basket? Or the array of colorful produce that absolutely begs to become a salad or a soup? Maybe it’s the sample tray of some great food item that’s there for the tasting, or the well-stocked aisles full of interesting items to browse through. Possibly it’s the friendly staff, a number of whom I count as friends. Or the people I’m inclined to bump into, who turn a shopping trip into an impromptu gab session.

Could be it’s all the above. And when I sit down to talk with Joey Robison, market-ing and member services manager for the store, I realize that there’s no coincidence in these happy tableaux; the folks at Just Food Co-op want us all to know that not only is this a community store, it’s a community-gathering place.

“Community” is a key word in the Just Food vocabulary; as a com-munity-owned and member-supported business, Just Food under-stands that a successful co-op is only as strong as the dedication of its supporters and the passionate commitment of its members, and they work hard to deserve the dedication, and the commitment.

It’s been that way from the beginning.

“Prior to opening (December 2004), there were about three years of pretty extensive work by volunteers,” Joey explains. Numerous attempts at food co-ops had come and gone in Northfi eld over the years; when conversations started up again in 2002, it was clear that a lot of people were going to need to be engaged. A meeting was held to gauge interest, and a steering committee and six task forces were formed to begin the work. The fi rst meeting that Joey attended was a public informational at the Grand Event Center.

“It was a real community meeting,” she says. The Village School was still running, and they had students sing songs they’d written about food, then someone would get up to speak, and then the kids would sing again.”

“There were cards to fi ll out – ‘if I want to help, here are some skills I have’ – and people did. I joined the member services task force; we met at Angel Dobrow’s house regularly. It was a great experi-ence! But,” Joey is quick to add, “this was just one task force. There were so many groups like this; so many people made this possible.” She’s quiet for a moment.

“There are a lot of amazing people in this community with huge skill sets that volunteered a lot of their time.”

Joey notes that by the time Just Food was ready to open, there were already 750 member households, “and that was before we had a

store to shop in! People really made an investment.” To that end, the store threw a “sneak peak” party for members the night before opening.

“We opened the doors early for the com-munity owners, “ Joey says. “We couldn’t sell until the next day, but we wanted to show everyone what they had accomplished together – the place was packed!” She smiles.

“We knew this was going to be successful.”

But what of the subject of a store that’s member-owned? Does that mean somehow that non-members aren’t welcomed, or that there’s pressure for shoppers to become owners? Joey is adamant.

“You do not have to be a member to shop at Just Food. Our view is ‘the more the merrier’!” she says. “Everyone who shops here is helping the local economy, and we’re grateful to have so much community support.” For a small business, patron-age is key to keeping hard-earned dollars at home. In addition, the access that Just Food provides to locally produced food gives customers the opportunity to support local farmers. These benefi ts, Joey says, don’t need a membership number to be effective.

Ok, so why does the nice person at the checkout ask for your mem-bership number?

“It is not a pressure to join!” Joey laughs. “We do it because when we’re profi table and stable we’ll do a ‘patronage rebate’, similar to profi t sharing. Each owner/member will get a rebate depending on how much they’ve spent. We’re not there yet – but we will be.”

Sharing in the success is a cornerstone of the Just Food philosophy.

“We’re all in this together,” Joey explains. “We have no corporate offi ce; instead, we’re owned equally by over 2,100 of your friends and neighbors, with equal opportunities to invest, to vote, and to participate. We’re committed to success – not just fi nancially, but success in the role we play as a community place. Look at how long people shop here, the conversations, how comfortable everyone is. We constantly work at that, being the very best we can be.”

And looking around at the relaxed shoppers, the smiling staff, even at a few small kids playing with the books and puzzles that are set up for their enjoyment, it’s obvious that Just Food is, indeed, an unqualifi ed success.

THIS MONTH:

513 Water St. So., Northfi eld507/650-0106 • justfood.coop


786-9797786-9200 • PanPan.us

645-2462 • Chapati.us

Wednesday, June 22ndthrough

Saturday, June 25thWednesday, June 225pm Optimum Trajectory8pm Big Strong Men11pm God Save Norman

Thursday, June 235pm Sweet Jazz8pm Counterfactuals11pm Fish Frye

Friday, June 245pm Occasional Jazz7pm Toaster Fork!9pm Area 5111pm Rice County All-Stars (RCAs)

Saturday, June 251pm Carey Langer3pm Marty Anderson5pm Shoot Lucy7pm Taylor Baggott9pm Beguine Bros.11pm Gospel Gossip

663-1311 • contentedcow.com

Photo by Griff Wigley


www.RiverwalkMarketFair.org

Bring the family...socialize and shop...rediscover the heart of Northfield!

Riverwalk Market FairEvery Saturday, June 4th through October 15th9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

(Except September 10, Defeat of Jesse James Days)

Many thanks to our generous donors and sponsors!

Be a Riverwalk Market Fair Vendor!Join us for one Saturday, or for twenty! Minimal per-day fee. To apply, visit our website or call 507-786-9700.

We’re back and better than ever! Our Second Season Begins Saturday, June 4th

Rediscover the hometown pleasures of an open-air Market Fair! Stroll Northfield’s incomparable Riverwalk any Saturday morning from

June through mid-October, and you’ll find our area’s best talents and tastes:

Fine Art and Fine CraftA changing weekly palette: oils, watercolors, acrylics, pottery, glass, sculpture, jewelry, clothing, wood art, mixed media. Lower Riverwalk.

Fresh, Local ProduceAn abundance of local and organic fruits and vegetables, minimally processed meats and cheeses, and fresh cut flowers. Sesquicentennial Legacy Plaza, south of Bridge Square.

Quality Artisan FoodsHandcrafted breads and pastries,fresh coffees, old family recipes and new creations. Eat here or take home.

Discover the Art of a Summer Saturday! “Red Barn on Ibsen” Oil on CanvasMarsha Kolstad Morrill Kitchel, Market Fair Exhibitor

www.mkmkstudios.com • 612-245-2339

Debit Cards Welcome!

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June is Family Fun Month!June 4 - Season Opener with Family-friendly Events

June 11 - FREE Veggie Plants for Your Garden

June 18 - Kids’ Story Circle

June 25 - Kids Making Art!

NEW THIS YEAR!RIVERWALK MARKET FAIR

TRAINING, HISTORY, ART & NATURE WALKSSaturdays, June - September.

Sponsored by Northfield Hospital

June Northfield Entertainment Guide

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