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Sep 21, 2026 - Mar 01, 2027

River Falls: 250 Years Ago

Presented by River Falls Public Library at River Falls Public Library

1776 TWO WORLDS, ONE YEAR When Americans declared independence in 1776, the future River Falls area was not an empty frontier waiting to be settled. It was part of a living Indigenous landscape-a shared homeland and borderland where Dakota (Sioux) and Anishinaabe/Ojibwe (Chippewa) peoples maintained deep connections to the land and waterways of the St. Croix Valley. While revolution transformed Britain's Atlantic colonies more than 1,000 miles to the east, the Kinnickinnic and St. Croix valleys remained part of a long-inhabited Indigenous landscape. The community known today as River Falls would not be founded for another seventy years.

Sep 21, 2026 - Feb 01, 2027

Unforgotten Washington County Stories from the Korean War

Presented by Washington County Parks at Washington County Historic Courthouse Stillwater, MN

The Korean War (1950–1953) is often called the “Forgotten War,” overshadowed by World War II that ended just five years earlier. But in Washington County, it is anything but forgotten. Eleven local men were killed in action during the war, and their stories continue to live on in the memories of families, friends, and the community they left behind. Their service, sacrifice, and experiences form a powerful chapter in our shared history. Visit the Washington County Historic Courthouse to explore an exhibit that brings these stories to life.

Sep 21, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026

Fall at Country Sun Farm

Presented by Country Sun Farm at Country Sun Farm Lake Elmo, MN

Celebrate fall at Country Sun Farm in Lake Elmo! Starting September 16, enjoy a day of family-friendly fall fun with pumpkin picking, hayrides, farm animals, a corn pit, seasonal treats, indoor and outdoor activities, and more. Country Sun Farm has been a local fall tradition for more than 40 years, with activities for kids and families of all ages. Come pick out your pumpkins, visit the animals, enjoy the attractions, and make a day of it at the farm. Open weekdays from 9 AM–7 PM and weekends from 9 AM–6 PM; individual attraction hours may vary. Weekday group visits are also available by reservation for groups of 15 or more. Visit CountrySunFarm.com for admission information, attraction details, directions, group visit information, and everything you need to plan your visit.

Sep 22, 2026

Small Works, Big Impact

Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at Rustic Roots Winery Scandia, MN

Join us on Tuesday, September 22nd, 6-9pm at Rustic Root winery for our NEW fundraiser, Small Works, Big Impact! Every $35 ticket will guarantee a piece of original artwork! At this fun and fresh fundraiser, each ticket will be randomly attached to a number that corresponds to a piece of artwork. From there, guests can keep their artwork or trade for a different piece. And of course, there will be wine, snacks, and music! All proceeds raised will go to support the work ArtReach does to connect communities and the arts.

Sep 22, 2026 - Oct 27, 2026

Fahita and Margarita Cruise

Presented by Afton House Inn/St. Croix River Cruises at St. Croix River Cruises - Hudson Hudson, WI

Enjoy a 2 hour cruise and enjoy a tasty Fajita Buffet. At the Bar we are having 2 for 1 Margarita's plus a full bar. This cruise goes out on Select Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Cruising from 6:15 - 8:15 pm

Sep 23, 2026 - Oct 03, 2026

Slow and Shifting Light

Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix Stillwater, MN

At dawn and dusk, we see light move ardently throughout the trees, hills, and rivers. This glow showcases wondrous colors, interesting textures, and gilded forms that we do not often see. The late Don Biehn and fellow Plein Air artist Megan Miller paint the shifting landscapes around them, while photographer Lars Samuelsson and potter Adam Gruetzmacher dive deeper into intentionality in their processes. In Slow & Shifting Light, these artists ask you to deliberately slow and rest on what they have captured. On view: August 27th – Oct 3rd 2026 Artist Reception: Thursday, August 27th, 6-8pm ArtReach St. Croix’s Royal Credit Union Foundation Gallery Hours ALWAYS FREE AND OPEN TO EVERYONE Wednesday & Friday, 10am-4pm Thursday, 10am-7pm Saturday, 12-4pm

Sep 23, 2026 - Dec 16, 2026

Jewelry Class: Stacked Bracelets Inspired by Special Places around the US/Globe

Presented by Marquess Studios at Marquess Studios Stillwater, MN

Inspired by your favorite international vacation spot or a country of your heritage. Join us to make a set of 3 stacked bracelets with gold, silver, and neutral tones to wear every day. Embellish with a vintage coin from around the world to make it even more special! We will help you customize the size to fit your wrist comfortably and teach you how to make bracelets that will last for years! Ages 8+ ($34 Youth, $48 Adult).

Sep 24, 2026 - Oct 22, 2026

Live Music on The Freight House Patio

Presented by The Freight House at The Freight House Stillwater, MN

Thursday Night Patio Music at The Freight House Spend your Thursday evenings with live music on the patio at The Freight House from 6–9pm. Enjoy great food, cold drinks, scenic St. Croix River views, and live performances from some of the area’s best local musicians. Whether you're meeting friends for dinner, starting the weekend early, or just soaking up a summer evening in Stillwater, our patio is the perfect place to unwind. Every Thursday | 6–9pmPatio Seating • Full Food & Drink Menu • Weather Permitting Come early, grab a drink, and enjoy live music along the river at one of Stillwater’s favorite patios.

Sep 24, 2026

Mahjong 101 with Diana Johnson

Presented by AR Workshop Stillwater, MN at Mad Capper Saloon

Welcome to MAHJONG 101 with Diana Johnson! 2 hour workshop This class is perfect for beginners who've never sat at a Mahjong table or touched a tile before. In this 2 hour class, you'll learn tile identification and how to read the National Mahjong League Card. You'll learn the procedures of play and how to create winning hands, all while covering the essential rules of the game. The lesson will include how to deal and the procedure of the Charleston. During this lesson you'll play games with guidance along the way. You'll receive handouts that will guide your future play. Your registration includes: A free house wine or house rail drink at Mad Capper A $15 AR Workshop Craft Bar voucher to enjoy a future experience (we have Mahjong designs!) A take-home Mahjong guide/cheat sheet Use of AR Workshop Mahjong tiles, mats and racks Use of AR Workshop's National Mah Jongg League cards Come early or stay late to enjoy dinner at the Mad Capper. Find the Mad Capper Menu here. Guests should arrive 10 minutes early to get settled. $75.00

Sep 24, 2026 - Oct 04, 2026

Art Gallery and Open Hiking

Presented by Belwin Conservancy at Belwin Conservancy Savanna Center Afton, MN

Art Gallery Exhibition This fall, Belwin is hosting a gallery exhibition, Worlds Within Worlds, featuring the work of painter Suyao Tian. In this exhibition, Suyao Tian will presents a series of abstract, water-based paintings that respond to the natural rhythms and quiet presence of Belwin. Worlds Within Worlds is ultimately about connection — between visible and invisible realities, between humans and nonhuman life, between imagination and memory, and between the intimate and the infinite. Every system, being, memory, landscape, or form contains another hidden world inside it — layered, interconnected, and continuously unfolding. Suyao Tian’s artistic language is deeply shaped by her childhood experiences growing up as a single child during China’s one-child policy in the 1980s. “Cultural expectations and a highly competitive, exam-oriented education system emphasized memorization over critical thinking and imagination, affecting both school and family life for an entire generation. For me, the absence of siblings, the inability to have pets, and limited social interaction led to isolation and a lack of confidence. Nature became my primary source of communication and emotional expression. As a child, I spent time collecting small insects, placing them in jars, talking to them, and playing with them—they became my earliest listeners.” This exhibition will be on view at Belwin's Savanna Center at 795 Indian Trail S. Afton, MN 55001 from September 10 to October 4. Gallery Hours Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays, 12 PM – 4 PM Artist Reception September 20, 5 PM – 7 PM Artist Talk Sunday, September 27, 3 PM – 4 PM…

Sep 24, 2026 - Oct 03, 2026

Becoming Witness

Presented by A House Unbuilt at A House Unbuilt Stillwater, MN

A House Unbuilt invites the public to the opening reception for Becoming Witness, a collection of map-inspired pieces and hand-made ceramic vessels by Matt Dooley. This new body of work is an invitation to shift perspective from an aerial view to one of grounding and connection, “becoming witness” to our surroundings once again. The “map view” that we are all so familiar with has become an increasingly common way to interact with our environment. While ubiquitous, such a view can encourage a false sense of separation between ourselves and our environment, reducing it to a concept, making it ripe for objectification, manipulation, and control. From this perspective, we assume a position of authority, looking down, all seeing, in-control, as if we were God. Map-inspired pieces on the wall of the gallery tell a story of environmental exploitation, whereas hand-made ceramic vessels draw viewers to the floor, encouraging a sense of connection and grounding. Through this dropping down, Dooley hopes that we can begin to dissolve the sense of separation between ourselves and all things, encouraging an attitude of care, connection, and love for the places in which we live. Join us for the opening reception August 28, 6-8pm, refreshments will be provided and Dooley will give an artist’s talk. We also invite you to join us for a series of guided meditations in the gallery led by artist and yoga teacher Matt Dooley. Every Saturday will begin with a grounding ceremony, followed by a half-hour sit intended to drop us…

Sep 24, 2026

Lester Batiste: Featured Author and Open Mic (Theme: Wóokiya—Being Helpful)

Presented by Arrow Broken Poetry Collective at Marine Village Hall Marine on Saint Croix, MN

Join us on September 24, 2026 for poetry and community! Arrow Broken Poetry Collective is honored to welcome Lester Batiste as our featured artist. Lester Batiste is a savage writer in living color who writes for political, social, economic change and Black futures. Born in Chicago, IL, he holds an MFA from the University of Southern Maine's Stonecoast writing program, and an M.S.Ed. from the University of Pennsylvania. Influenced by Gwendolyn Brooks, Carl Sandburg, and Toni Morrison, Lester strives to weave traditional forms and techniques with the vibrancy of African American experience and speech. Rich details are enhanced by the musical tones from Lester’s childhood on the Southside of Chicago to his present on the Northside of Minneapolis. Lester's work has appeared in print in The Stone House Anthology (2014), the Southern Griot Journal (2012), Tulane Review (2017), A Garden of Black Joy (2020), and digitally in the Brushfire Literary and Arts Journal (2020), Hidden Peak Press (2022), The Indianapolis Review (2023), and The Bitchin’ Kitsch (2023). In 2025, he received the BIPOC Emerging Writer award from Blue Earth Review. Lester’s debut poetry collection, Angel and Night’s Youngest, is forthcoming with the Black Spring Press Group (UK). The free event will begin at 7:00 p.m. and will be held at the The Village Hall in Marine on St Croix. Open Mic will begin at 8:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to share their work and will be allotted three minutes to perform. September’s theme is Wóokiya—Being Helpful. From birth Dakọta people…

Sep 24, 2026

Sustainable Landscapes: Back Yard to Back Forty

Presented by River Falls Public Library at River Falls Public Library

Join in person at the River Falls Public Library or virtual on the RFPL Facebook or YouTube page to see Margaret Smith from Master Gardeners; and Aleisha Miller from Kinnickinnic River Land Trust present Sustainable Landscapes: Back Yard to Back Forty. Want a beautiful landscape filled with birds and butterflies, less lawn to mow and water, and healthier waterways? These ideas can also be applied to the green spaces around churches, businesses, and schools. Come learn why these choices matter and how you can put them into practice wherever you live, work, learn, or gather. This event is part of the Sustainability Speaker Series co-sponsored by Hope For Earth, UWRF Sustainability and River Falls Public Library.

Sep 24, 2026 - Sep 26, 2026

St Croix River Road Ramble

Presented by Sterling Eureka and Laketown Historical Society at St Croix Valley Stillwater, MN

The folks from St Croix Falls to Grantsburg hold garage sales, open houses, orchards, farm markets, maple syrup, church bazaars, food, bakes sales and more. Each stop sets its own hours and days found on the online ramble map.

Sep 24, 2026

Plaza Unplugged

Presented by Ascension Episcopal Church at Erickson Plaza Stillwater, MN

Join us at Erickson Plaza for an open mic night featuring a variety of artists showcasing their talent. The Plaza Unplugged series is a new offering of Ascension Episcopal Church's Erickson Plaza programming. Ascension is thrilled to open this performance opportunity up to members of our community! Admission is free; general admission. Bring your own chair if you’d prefer. Seats are available at the venue. For artists: Artists of all mediums and genres are welcome and encouraged to participate! Singers, musicians, poets, actors, and other performers are invited to sign up. All performances must be family-friendly and refrain from political speech, swearing, overtly sexual content, or any material that does not reflect the spirit of a loving and inclusive community. Ascension Church reserves the right to ask an artist to leave the stage if these guidelines are not followed. Performance slots are limited within our 90-minute timeframe. Registration will open at noon on Wednesday, September 16. A sign-up link will be available at aechurch.org/events/plaza-unplugged/. Performance slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Each performance slot is limited to a maximum of 10 minutes. Artists are expected to arrive 10 minutes before the start of the open mic night. Please note that there will be no opportunity for a sound check. Erickson Plaza will provide two microphones and additional inputs for instruments. Musicians should plan to bring any other equipment they may need and ensure it can be set up quickly. There will be less than five minutes of…

Sep 24, 2026 - Oct 23, 2026

Imprints - Art's House Gallery's Fall Featured Artists Show - Katie Reeves, Miguel Joven, Lorie Spiegel

Presented by Art's House Gallery at Art's House River Falls, WI

Imprints - 2026 Autumn Featured Artists CAB Art’s House Gallery We are pleased to welcome the work of three new featured artists to Art’s House Gallery this autumn. The soft pastel work of Lorie Spiegel, photographic portraits of Miguel Joven, and the functional ceramics of Katie Reeves all seem to echo the transitory qualities that permeate the air this time of year in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Each artist renders their varied media with tender, contemplative care resulting in imagery that feels as if it may just slip away with the season. Hurry in to Art’s House Gallery before it’s gone! Imprints will be on view September 24 through October 23. Our “Meet the Artists” reception will be held on Thursday, October 1 from 6:00–8:00 PM. Stop in and enjoy live music by Kyle Fosburgh, along with light refreshments, good company, and great art. See you then!

Sep 25, 2026 - Dec 26, 2026

Live Music at Charlie's Restaurant & Irish Pub

Presented by Water Street Inn, Charlie's Irish Pub at Charlie's Irish Pub Stillwater, MN

Kick back with great food, your favorite drinks, and the sounds of talented local musicians in a fun, welcoming atmosphere. The perfect way to start—or end—your weekend. View our monthly music calendar at: https://waterstreetinn.us/calendar/

Sep 25, 2026 - Nov 06, 2026

"The Restorative Path" Exhibition

Presented by Hudson Art Gallery at Hudson Art Gallery Hudson, WI

Featuring the landscape paintings of Edie Abnet and Evonne Sunram, and the woodturning of Jeff Fox, “The Restorative Path” celebrates our enduring connection to the natural world and the lessons it teaches us. Exploring themes of optimism, resilience, and adaptability these artists point us back to nature, as a source of grounding, renewal, and restoration.

Sep 25, 2026

Square Lake Floating Film Showcase

Presented by Square Lake Film & Music Festival at Stillwater River Boats Stillwater, MN

September 25th the 2026 Square Lake "Floating Film" Showcase will feature the premier of St. Croix River Tales films, music, dinner, and drinks. Purchase tickets through the eventbrite link below! Schedule: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PM- Load In 06:00 PM - 06:00 PM- Boat Departs 06:00 PM - 06:45 PM- Dinner w/ live music acts across the boat 06:45 PM - 07:00 PM- Introductions 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM- Film Program I: St. Croix River Tales (screening & awards) 07:30 PM - 08:00 PM- Intermission (mingle, enjoy live music around the boat) 08:00 PM - 09:00 PM- Film Program II 09:00 PM - 09:00 PM- Return to the dock

Sep 25, 2026 - Oct 30, 2026

Friday Night Patio Music at The Freight House

Presented by The Freight House at The Freight House Stillwater, MN

Friday Night Patio Music at The Freight House Start your weekend with live music on the patio at The Freight House every Friday from 6:30–9:30pm. Enjoy scenic St. Croix River views, great food, cold drinks, and an energetic lineup of live local music all summer long. Whether you're gathering with friends, heading out for date night, or looking for the perfect place to kick off the weekend, Friday nights at The Freight House are all about river vibes, good music, and summer fun. Every Friday | 6:30–9:30pm Patio Seating • Full Food & Drink Menu • Weather Permitting Come early, grab a table, and enjoy one of Stillwater’s favorite riverfront patios.

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Calendar of Events

Events for August 1963

River Falls: 250 Years Ago

Unforgotten Washington County Stories from the Korean War

Fall at Country Sun Farm

Small Works, Big Impact

Fahita and Margarita Cruise

Slow and Shifting Light

Jewelry Class: Stacked Bracelets Inspired by Special Places around the US/Globe

Live Music on The Freight House Patio

Mahjong 101 with Diana Johnson

Art Gallery and Open Hiking

Becoming Witness

Lester Batiste: Featured Author and Open Mic (Theme: Wóokiya—Being Helpful)

Sustainable Landscapes: Back Yard to Back Forty

St Croix River Road Ramble

Plaza Unplugged

Imprints - Art's House Gallery's Fall Featured Artists Show - Katie Reeves, Miguel Joven, Lorie Spiegel

Live Music at Charlie's Restaurant & Irish Pub

"The Restorative Path" Exhibition

Square Lake Floating Film Showcase

Friday Night Patio Music at The Freight House

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