Calendar of Events
Events for October 2026
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Sun, Nov 1 @ 12:00 pm
Sun, Nov 1 @ 1:00 pm
Wed, Nov 4 @ 5:00 pm
Sat, Nov 7 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Nov 7 @ 7:00 pm
Uncovering and Saving History
Presented by Somerset Public Library at Somerset Public Library
Nov 09
Mon, Nov 9 @ 6:30 pm
Thu, Nov 12 @ 5:00 pm
Sat, Nov 14 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Nov 14 @ 9:00 am
Thu, Nov 19 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Nov 21 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Nov 21 @ 10:00 am
Washington County Christmas at the Courthouse
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Sat, Nov 21 @ 10:00 am
Sun, Nov 22 @ 11:00 am
Nov 01, 2026
Fall Landscapes Painting Class
Presented by WHAT Art School at WHAT Art School Saint Croix Falls, WI
Instructor : Emma Irwin Dates: Sunday, November 1 Time: 12-3pm Location: WHAT Art School, downtown Saint Croix Falls Class Duration: 3 hours Class Size: 12 students maximum Ages: 18+ Price: $65 + $10 Materials + $8 Admin Fee Member Price: $52 + $10 Materials + $8 Admin Fee Description: This class is for anyone who wants to paint a landscape for the first time without getting overwhelmed by... painting a landscape. We’ll work from a reference image and focus on simplifying what we see. Along the way, you’ll get a feel for composition, color, depth, and how to not get stuck trying to make everything “perfect.” Acrylic paint is fast, fixable, and great for experimenting, so this is a good place to loosen up and try things. You’ll head home with a finished (or nearly finished) piece and a clearer idea of how to approach painting a scene on your own. Details: ● 3 hours ● All Materials provided ● No experience needed Please bring a printed picture of a landscape you would like to paint. All other materials provided.
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Nov 01, 2026
Candle-making Experience!
Presented by Saint Croix Vineyards at Saint Croix Vineyards Stillwater, MN
Kick off the holiday season with a relaxing morning and one-of-a-kind Candle Making Experience with TS Home Studio. Gather your friends, enjoy a glass of wine, and create a custom candle that will fill your home with the warmth and fragrance of the holiday season. Whether you're making it for yourself or creating a heartfelt handmade gift, we can't wait to spend the morning with you! Beginning at 11AM, our Scent Consultant will guide you through blending your own signature fragrance from a library of 50 premium fragrance oils, then you'll pour your candle into a beautiful 14oz wood-wick vessel crafted with 100% natural soy wax. After your candle is poured, settle in and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the vineyard while your candle cools. Your ticket includes one complimentary glass of wine or mocktail to sip as you relax, visit with friends, and embrace the cozy spirit of the season. Your experience includes: • One custom-poured 14oz soy candle with a crackling wood wick • One complimentary glass of wine or a mocktail • Access to 50 premium fragrance oils to create your signature scent • Step-by-step instruction from our Scent Consultant *No experience necessary Tickets sold through TS Home Studio
Learn More Nov 04, 2026
Totally Criminal Cocktail Hour featuring Matt Goldman
Presented by Valley Bookseller at Lowell Inn Stillwater, MN
Wouldn’t it be great to be able to chat with your favorite mystery authors? This event for local mystery writers and their fans always includes lively discussion and a great time! A cash bar is also available so come early to mingle. Tickets are $10 and include a $5 shopping coupon for the night of the event.
Learn More Nov 07, 2026
Stillwater Fall Craft & Vendor Show
Presented by RSG Development at Stillwater Armory Stillwater, MN
Stop by and find beautiful Thanksgiving decor and unique holiday gifts. Over 100 vendors will awe you with their crafts and more. Food Truck, two levels of shopping, elevator and tons of parking! Nov 7 from 10am - 4pm.
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Nov 07, 2026
Wood Relief Carving
Presented by WHAT Art School at WHAT Art School Saint Croix Falls, WI
Instructor: Kevin Ewing Dates: Saturday, November 7 Time: 10:00AM - 1:00PM Location: WHAT Art School Class Duration: 1 session for 3 hours Class Size: 15 students maximum Ages: 16+ Member Price: $52 + $10 materials fee Non-Member Price: $65 + $10 materials fee This relaxed, hands-on class offers an approachable introduction to the craft. Each student will receive an 8” × 10” wood block and have access to all necessary carving tools. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn foundational carving techniques by practicing cuts before moving into carving your own relief design. Instructor Kevin brings years of experience and an encouraging teaching style, making this class both informative and enjoyable for beginners and curious creatives alike. No prior experience required, just bring your curiosity and a willingness to try something new.
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Beloved jazz vocalist Thomasina Petrus brings must-see performance of The Life of Billie Holiday to St. Croix Falls Nov. 7
Presented by The Historic Auditorium at The Historic Auditorium Saint Croix Falls, WI
Thomasina Petrus’ music and storytelling pay tribute to the jazz great, highlighting Billie Holiday’s influence on American culture. The historical concert features Petrus’ powerful and extraordinary voice, whose spine-tingling ability captures the vocal stylings of “Lady Day.” Petrus’ performance will be accompanied by acclaimed pianist and songwriter, Thom West, whose effortless and soulful piano styling is regarded across jazz clubs and theaters. Thomasina Petrus’ award-winning work is rooted in the legacy of Black women’s voices, creating robust music and formidable theatre experiences for stage and film. Petrus has written numerous music scores and documentary sound tracks, and has performed with elite artists and music icons, including the one and only, Prince.
Learn More Nov 09, 2026
Uncovering and Saving History
Presented by Somerset Public Library at Somerset Public Library
Travel with Doug Ohman as he chronicles lost relics and history. With the use of simple tools — a metal detector and camera — Doug has respectfully recovered and photographed artifacts that help us reconnect to our past. He will share his experiences, photos, stories, and actual relics that will bring local history to life. Free event.
Learn More Nov 12, 2026
"Free For All: The Public Library" Documentary Film Screening with Stillwater Public Library Foundation
Presented by Stillwater Public Library at Stillwater Public Library Stillwater, MN
Join Stillwater Public Library Foundation for a screening of the PBS documentary film Free For All: The Public Library, directed by Dawn Logsdon and Lucie Faulknor. Following the documentary, Stillwater Public Library Foundation Director Elsbeth Howe and Stillwater Public Library Director Mark Troendle will host a conversation about the current challenges and opportunities public libraries are facing and the future of library services in our community and beyond. Registration is encouraged. Suggest a conversation topic or ask a question on the registration form. ABOUT THE DOCUMENTARY: "Free for All: The Public Library tells the story of the quiet revolutionaries who made a simple idea happen. From the pioneering women behind the “Free Library Movement” to today's librarians who service the public despite working in a contentious age of closures and book bans, meet those who created a civic institution where everything is free and the doors are open to all."
Learn More Nov 14, 2026
Murder Mystery Co. Dinner Theater Show at Stillwater Event Center
Presented by Stillwater Event Center at Stillwater Event Center Stillwater, MN
This comedic dinner theater show at the Stillwater Event Center is the killer game everyone’s dying to play. Don’t let this unforgettable event pass you by! At this event like no other, you’ll play along as a detective or play a part as a suspect in the crime. Work with other guests to crack the case over a mouthwatering three-course meal, and discover whodunnit before the killer gets away! Mingle and connect with other teams and intriguing suspects, discover clues, uncover shocking secrets, and unleash your inner child’s imagination during this interactive comedic experience. But watch out! The killer could be anyone… even YOU! Participate in a new mystery every month! From the glitz of 1930s Hollywood in “Best Laid Plans” to the roaring 1920s with “Death of a Gangster,” each event offers unforgettable thrills. Boogie at a 1950s sock hop, solve a 90s crime in “Good Riddance,” or celebrate the season with “The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year.” Whether it's a billionaire’s masquerade, a 1980s bash, or a chilling wedding-themed whodunit, there’s a unique mystery waiting for you. Mark your calendar and join the fun at the Stillwater Event Center in Stillwater, Minnesota! Call the Box Office to avoid fees and get $9 off! 888-659-2952
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Nov 14, 2026
Letter Writing Workshop
Presented by WHAT Art School at WHAT Art School Saint Croix Falls, WI
Instructor : Jeri Webster Dates: November 14 Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm Location: WHAT Art School Class Duration: 3 hrs Ages: 16+ Member Price: $28 + $8 Admin Fee Non Member Price: $25 + $8 Admin Fee The Lost Art of Letter Writing ~ We will discuss the joy of sending and receiving a hand written letter, using handmade papers you will write a letter to some one you care about, and enclose it in a handmade envelope to send. All supplies included in the fee ~ beautiful decorative papers, fun pens, dried flower petals
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Nov 14, 2026
Merry Market
Presented by at Church of St. Michael/Rose Hall Stillwater, MN
Come join Merry Market Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Rose Hall of St. Michael’s at 611 Third Street South, Stillwater, MN!
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Bird Hike at Lake Elmo Park Reserve
Presented by Washington County Parks at Lake Elmo Park Reserve Lake Elmo, MN
Whether you’re a beginner or experienced birder, these hikes are a great way to get outdoors, listen to the sounds of nature, and learn to identify the birds that call the St. Croix Valley home. Participants also have the opportunity to contribute to citizen science data collection by completing bird count surveys with your guide. The surveys collected will assist our Natural Resources team and related work in conjunction with the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Fund grant.
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Nov 15, 2026
Crochet Workshop
Presented by WHAT Art School at WHAT Art School Saint Croix Falls, WI
Instructor Name: Shalene Ziemann Time: 12-4pm Dates: Sunday, November 15 Location: WHAT Art School, downtown Saint Croix Falls, WI Class Duration: 1 day for 4 hours Class Size: 8 Students Ages: 18+ Member Price: $36 + $50 Materials Fee + $8 Admin Fee Non-Member Price: $45 + $50 Materials Fee + $8 Admin Fee Class Description: Learn to make this set of six beautiful nesting bowls. If you know how to single crochet and want to learn some other stiches and techniques, then this is the class for you. Some basic crotchet experience is recommended. You will learn an easy technique for a magic circle, increasing stiches, half double crochet, and an invisible join. You will leave the class with enough knowledge and supplies to make more bowls at home. They make beautiful gifts or handy vessels to display and store your own little trinkets! NOTE: If this is your first time crocheting, please come to class 30min early to get a head start!
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Nov 15, 2026
Sock Gnomes
Presented by WHAT Art School at WHAT Art School Saint Croix Falls, WI
Instructor: Sandy Gimpl Date: Sunday, November 15 Time: 12-2 pm Location: WHAT Art School Duration: 2 hours Member Price: $24 + $10 materials fee + $8 admin fee Non-Member Price: $30 + $10 materials fee + $8 admin fee Ages: 16+ Class size: 15 students maximum Class Description: Create your own cozy sock gnome! Choose from lots of colors, designs, and fun details to give your gnome a style all its own. Some cutting, tying, stuffing, and just a little sewing is all it takes to create your one-of-a-kind gnome. No sewing experience is needed. All materials are provided.
Learn More Nov 19, 2026
Thanksgiving Sale at Gammelgarden Museum
Presented by Gammelgården Museum of Scandia at Gammelgården Museum Scandia, MN
Enjoy select discounted goods perfectly fit for the holiday season at this one-day-only flash sale.
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Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026
Christmas at the Courthouse
Presented by Washington County Parks at Washington County Historic Courthouse Stillwater, MN
Visitors have begun the holiday shopping season at the Historic Courthouse for the past 30 years! Join the tradition and experience a holiday event like no other. The Holiday Bazaar will feature over 30 vendors selling handcrafted goods. Children can meet and take photos with Santa Claus from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 12 to 2 p.m. on Sunday. Enjoy the sounds and sights of the season while shopping your way through this historic site decorated from top to bottom for the holidays. All proceeds raised from this event benefit the Historic Courthouse Restoration Fund to help preserve this historic landmark.
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Nov 21, 2026
Candle Pot Carving
Presented by WHAT Art School at WHAT Art School Saint Croix Falls, WI
Design, carve, and finish your own glowing candle pots! In this hands-on workshop you’ll complete 2–3 votive luminaries while learning the essentials of pattern design, clay prep, and beautiful surface finishes. What you will learn: Designing a pattern: Sketching repeat motifs, mapping positive/negative space, and transferring designs to your pots. Clay knowledge & consistency: Understanding clay stages (from soft to leather-hard), ideal timing for carving, and tips to prevent cracks. Carving techniques: Piercing, incising, and sgraffito for crisp lines and luminous cutouts—plus wall-thickness and safety considerations. Underglazing: Layering color, clean edges, and when to use underglaze vs. slip. What’s included: Clay, tools, underglazes, and glazes Instructor demos and guided work time 2–3 finished votive candle pots (fired and ready for pickup at a later date)
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Wild Wanderers: Thankfulness Trek
Presented by Wild Rivers Conservancy at Gandy Dancer State Trail parking @ Cafe Wren Luck, WI
The Wild Wanderers Hiking Club invites people of all ages to explore the St. Croix and Namekagon Riverway through guided hikes in some of the most beautiful lands that define our region. We strive to encourage a love of the outdoors, connections to nature, others, and ourselves, through shared appreciation for our natural environment. It's the season of giving thanks, and here at the Conservancy we are thankful for fall leaves and hikes in the crisp air. This hike will take place on the Gandy Dancer section of the Ice Age Trail, conveniently starting and ending at the wonderful Cafe Wren where you can enjoy a warm beverage. Ages: All ages Price: $10
Learn More Nov 21, 2026
Hardanger Ornament Embroidery
Presented by WHAT Art School at WHAT Art School Saint Croix Falls, WI
Instructor: Alycen Brothen Dates: November 21, Saturday Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm Location: WHAT Art School Class Duration: 1 session for 4 hours Class Size: 8 students maximum Ages: 18+ (all skill levels are welcome) Member Price: $36 + $20 materials fee Non-Member Price: $45 + $20 materials fee Description: Discover the Norwegian art of Hardanger—crisp geometric designs, delicate cutwork, and beautiful needleweaving—while making a keepsake ornament in a mini hoop. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to read Hardanger charts and practice essential techniques like kloster blocks, satin stitches, eyelets, and needleweaving. We’ll finish your piece into a display-ready ornament by the end of class. Leave with a finished ornament and the confidence to keep stitching.
Learn More Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026
Washington County Christmas at the Courthouse
Presented by Washington County Parks at Washington County Historic Courthouse Stillwater, MN
Celebrate the holiday season at Christmas at the Courthouse, held at the Washington County Historic Courthouse in downtown Stillwater, Minnesota’s oldest courthouse. The event is free to attend, with donations appreciated. All proceeds from donations go toward the restoration of the Historic Courthouse. The event is open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on November 21 and 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM on November 22. This two-day holiday event features 30 local vendors offering handmade goods, including art, pottery, leather goods, and other unique gifts. Visitors can also purchase food from the Eggroll Queen food truck while enjoying the festive atmosphere of the historic courthouse. The event typically welcomes 1,500 to 3,000 visitors over the course of the weekend. Families can enjoy a Christmas scavenger hunt throughout the courthouse, with candy canes awarded as prizes. Santa will be at the courthouse from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on November 21 and from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM on November 22, where children can pick up coloring sheets and drop off their letters to Santa in his special mailbox. Christmas at the Courthouse offers visitors a chance to shop for handmade gifts, enjoy holiday activities, and experience the historic courthouse decorated for the Christmas season while supporting the preservation of this important local landmark.
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