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May 16, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026

Steamboats, Towboats, and River History

Presented by Prescott Area Historical Society at Prescott History Center

Please stop in and explore the history of our waters. We have nearly 1300 photos playing on 5 screens of Steamboats, Towboats, Logging, Ferries, Bridges, and general river history. Artifacts from the St. Croix river bottom. Real equipment from the towboats industry. Models from early 1900s vessels. A river fire in Hastings, MN. What is a wing dam? The history of the Prescott Spinner Company from 1920 to early 1940s is on display. Pilot licenses, stories, articles and more. And next summer 2026 we will continue our successful River History Speaker series, all 5 this summer were smash hits, the only thing our attendees asked for was more. So next summer we hope to offer 8 speakers to our offerings for Friday nights. And who knows what will come in the door tomorrow as people continue to bring us more items, stories, and more river related materials.

May 16, 2026 - May 17, 2026

Stillwater Flea & Crafter Market - May

Presented by RSG Development at Washington County Fairgrounds Stillwater, MN

This fun outdoor event is held once a month May thru Sept. at the Washington County Fairgrounds in the Stillwater/Lake Elmo area. (Located just south of Hwy 36 on Hwy 15, also called Stillwater Blvd.) Our vendors and crafters have an offering of everything from A to Z!! Find antiques, household, furniture, garden art, clothing, tools, sports, jewelry, collectibles, vintage, food, arts and crafts, new, old, rusty and rustic, local fresh produce and much, much, more. Awesome food vendors on site too! FREE admission and parking. Find us in the South Parking Lot area of the Fairgrounds. Visit our website for more information and like us on Facebook @ stillwaterfleamarket to get up-to-date information. Signing up vendors now for this season. Booth space only $65 for the whole weekend. Hours 9am-3pm both Saturday and Sunday. 2026 dates: May 16-17, June 27 -28, July 18-19, August 29-30, September 26-27

May 16, 2026

Honoring the Buffalo Pipe Ceremony with Kevin Smokyday

Presented by Belwin Conservancy at Belwin Indigenous Learning Site Afton, MN

Cost: FREE Join us to honor and welcome the Buffalo to Belwin with a pipe ceremony led by Kevin Smokyday at Belwin Conservancy on Saturday, May 16 from 8:00–10:30am. We will gather at 2612 St. Croix Trail S, Afton, MN 55001 for the ceremony with a feast to follow. All pipe bearers are invited to bring their pipes. All Indigenous community members and trusted partners are welcome, and invited to bring any sacred items, as well as a dish to share. This is a free event, but we request you register so we can best prepare for the refreshments and parking arrangements. We recommend you consider carpooling as parking is quite limited at the site. All registration for this event will close at 5:00 PM on Monday, May 11. Please contact Hannah Brithón (651-478-9075) or Kevin Smokyday (651-392-5012) with any questions. Please note: This event is separate from the Belwin Bison Festival and Bison Release. Information and online tickets for the festival can be found here: https://belwin.org/stec_event/belwin-bison-festival/. All Indigenous partners may receive free admission to the Belwin Bison Festival by notifying volunteers at the entrance gate.

May 16, 2026 - May 17, 2026

Judy Moody & Stink: The Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Treasure Hunt

Presented by The Phipps Center for the Arts at The Phipps Center for the Arts Hudson, WI

But what they find is a pirate, and he sends them on a treasure hunt, racing against rivals Tall Boy and Smart Girl! Can they find the hidden clues, crack the secret codes, and solve the tricky puzzles before time runs out? A funny, adventurous play for young audiences based on the Judy Moody books by Megan McDonald.

May 16, 2026

Willow Basket Weaving

Presented by WHAT Art School at WHAT Art School Saint Croix Falls, WI

Instructor: Sandy Gimpl Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026 Time: 10am - 1pm Location: WHAT Art School Duration: 1 session for 3 hours Member Price: $48 materials fee + $8 Admin Fee Non-Member Price: $55 + $8 Admin Fee Ages: 16+ Class size: 12 students maximum Course Description: In this fun introductory class, you will learn the basic art of willow weaving using flexible willow shoots to create a beautifully rustic basket. You will also learn about willow growing, harvesting, and preparation. Willow is versatile, beautiful, and grows locally. Woven willow items make great handmade gifts!

May 16, 2026

Sketching in Nature Workshop

Presented by Franconia Sculpture Park at Franconia Sculpture Park Shafer, MN

Sketching plants or fungi directly from nature deepens observations and awareness of our subjects, ourselves and of our relationships with nature. With guidance from natural science illustrator and artist Vera Ming Wong, explore techniques for capturing gesture, shapes and forms of native plants in a restored prairie, while gaining insight into the characters and ecological niches of various species. Materials provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own favorites. This activity is made possible by a grant from the Hugh J. Andersen Foundation and by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

May 16, 2026 - May 17, 2026

Rosé Days!

Presented by Saint Croix Vineyards at Saint Croix Vineyards Stillwater, MN

Get ready for rosé season with the weekend of your pink-tinted dreams! Rosé Wine Flights Discover our curated rosé wine flights, featuring our traditional rosés and our Sparkling Marechal Foch Rosé. Each flight is paired with a local cheese sample to enhance the rosé's crisp acidity and fruity notes. FRosé Wine Slushies Enjoy our refreshing berry-flavored FRosé wine slushies!. FRosé slushies are a fun introduction to rosé wine, ideal for cocktail lovers, and perfect for warm days! Rosé Wine Specials -15% off Marquette Rosé and Frontenac Rosé Bottles - $2 off glasses of Marquette Rosé, Frontenac Rosé, and Sparkling Marechal Foch Rosé And don't miss the St. Paul Bouncing team's gravity-defying practice outside on Saturday, 1-3 pm.

May 16, 2026

Carpenter Nature Center MN Campus Bioblitz

Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Carpenter Nature Center Hastings, MN

Learn from bird, reptile, amphibian, invertebrate, and plant experts in a fun day of citizen science. Join us at the Wisconsin Campus and help inventory teams in restored prairies, riparian habitats, and wooded bluff lands to discover and document plant and animal species. All ages and skill levels welcome!

May 16, 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/

May 16, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026

Color of Structure

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

In Color of Structure, the world looks different. Beth Dorsey weaves deconstructed images into new artworks. Sarah Lilja’s photographs bring unique perspectives on otherwise forgotten places. Madeleine Kaudy explores the ideas of time and memories through installation and collage. Michael Slagle deconstructs topographical maps, reassembling them into an image of another object. Together, they ask us to reimagine the world around us, through ideas of time, experience, and deconstruction. On view: May 14 – June 27th 2026 Artist Reception: Thursday, May 14th, 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

May 16, 2026

St. Paul Bouncing Team at SCV!

Presented by Saint Croix Vineyards at Saint Croix Vineyards Stillwater, MN

Join us at the winery and watch the St. Paul Bouncing Team practice! Enjoy some wine as the team practices their craft of the blanket toss, where the "Bouncing Person" bounces high in the air and performs thrilling flips etc. https://stpaulbouncingteam.org/

May 16, 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.

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Calendar of Events

Events for October 2019

Steamboats, Towboats, and River History

Stillwater Flea & Crafter Market - May

Honoring the Buffalo Pipe Ceremony with Kevin Smokyday

Judy Moody & Stink: The Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Treasure Hunt

Willow Basket Weaving

Sketching in Nature Workshop

Rosé Days!

Carpenter Nature Center MN Campus Bioblitz

Live Music at Charlie's Restaurant & Irish Pub

Color of Structure

St. Paul Bouncing Team at SCV!

Unforgotten Washington County Stories from the Korean War

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