| Sep 4 LeDuc Book Group |
| A book group for local history lovers. Meets the first Thursdays of every month at 6:30 p.m. The book selection for September is In the Lake of the Woods, by Tim O'Brien. |
| Date: |
September 4, 2014 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.dakotacounty.us/library |
| Location: |
LeDuc Historic Estate |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
6:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
free |
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| Sep 6 Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser |
| Please join us for the kick-off to National Assisted Living Week! Everyone is welcome as we host a pancake breakfast to raise funds for our residents. Breakfast includes: pancakes, seasoned home fries, sausage links, fresh cut fruit, assorted muffins, and juice, coffee, or tea. |
| Date: |
September 6, 2014 |
| Time: |
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Website: |
http://www.oakridgeassistedliving.org |
| Location: |
Oak Ridge Assisted Living 1128 Bahls Dr. Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
RSVP by September 1
651-438-0418
Carolyn or Joan |
| EMail: |
carolyn.mcbride-streiff@commonbond.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, September 6 7:30-9:30 am |
| Fees/Admission: |
$6.00 per person checks only |
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| Sep 6 - Sep 7 Civil War Weekend at the LeDuc Historic Estate |
Program Schedule
Civil War Weekend returns to the LeDuc Historic Estate on September 6 & 7, 2014, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The theme of this year's event is "1864 - The Death Rattle of the Confederacy." Join William LeDuc as he follows General Sherman on his march to the sea. Come cast your vote in the 1864 Presidential election. Features include encampments of Union & Confederate soldiers, speakers, demonstrations, period music, and special Civil War themed tours of the LeDuc house. Each morning there will be a flag-raising ceremony by the 3rd Minnesota Infantry In addition there will be samples of bread baked over an open fire served with freshly churned butter and homemade hardtack. The Historical Re-enactment Society will present a fashion show and tea in the garden.
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| Date: |
September 6, 2014 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.dakotahistory.org |
| Location: |
LeDuc Historical Estate 1629 Vermillion Street Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Amy Deaver - 651-437-7055 |
| EMail: |
ajdeaver@yahoo.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
September 6 & 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. each day |
| Fees/Admission: |
$5 - $8 |
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| Sep 6 Historic Hastings Saturday Night Cruise Ins |
Classic Car Show in Historic Downtown Hastings, every other Saturday night beginning May 30 through October 3, 2015.
August 22 - "History of Cars", featuring cars from 1900-1970, all original or restored to original. |
| Date: |
September 6, 2014 |
| Time: |
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.downtownhastingsmn.com/ |
| Location: |
Historic Downtown Hastings on the banks of the Mississippi River |
| Contact: |
Tony Berens (651)491-1563; Kevin Hoeschen (651) 437-4400, 651-303-2792 |
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| Sep 8 Pleasant Hill Book Group |
| A book group for local residents. Meets the first Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. |
| Date: |
September 8, 2014 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.dakotacounty.us/library |
| Location: |
Pleasant Hill Library |
| Contact: |
(651) 438-0200 |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
6:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
free |
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| Sep 11 Make the Most of Google Docs |
| Learn how to create, manipulate, manage and collaborate using Google Docs Suite--Google's version of documents, spreadsheets, forms, presentations, and drawings. This class is designed for job seekers, businesses and organizations looking for easy ways to collaborate digitally. Students should have a basic Internet knowledge. Registration begins 8-28-14. Free. |
| Date: |
September 11, 2014 |
| Time: |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.dakotacounty.us/library |
| Location: |
Pleasant Hill Library |
| Contact: |
Pleasant Hill Library
651-438-0200 |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
6 p.m to 8 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Sep 12 Resume Rescue |
| Creating an effective resume is more important than ever during tough economic times. Learn how to use a resume to show a potential employer your value. Topics covered include formatting styles, common mistakes, do's and don'ts, and more. This class is taught by the Dakota County WorkForce Center staff. Registration begins 8-29-14. Free. |
| Date: |
September 12, 2014 |
| Time: |
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.dakotacounty.us/library |
| Location: |
Pleasant Hill Library |
| Contact: |
Pleasant Hill Library. 651-438-0200. |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
2:00 to 3:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Sep 13 - Sep 14 Afton Apple 25th Anniversary Celebration |
Celebrating 25 Years!
Dock Dogs, Bounce House, Music, Magician, Face Painting and more!
Giveaways to the first 500 people each day.
25% off pick your own apples (Paula Red, MacIntosh, Red Baron)
Concessions available for purchase.
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| Date: |
September 13, 2014 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.aftonapple.com/Anniversary-Celebration-Weekend.html |
| Location: |
Afton Apple Orchard
14421 South 90th Street
Hastings MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Afton Apple, 651-436-8385 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, September 13 & Sunday, September 14
10 AM - 6 PM |
| Fees/Admission: |
$4.00 per person, ages 5 and up, $3.00 4 and under. |
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| Sep 13 - Sep 14 Afton Apple Orchard 25th Anniversary |
Join us September 13th & 14th for our 25th Anniversary Celebration!
Drive out to Afton Apple Orchard for a pleasant, interesting, and healthful way for you and your family to enjoy a day in the country.
We have 190+ beautiful acres producing delicious Minnesota grown strawberries, raspberries, pumpkins and 13 different varieties of apples that can be picked by our customers at the peak of perfection.
Giveaways for the first 500 visitors! *25% off Select Pick Your Own Apples (*Paula REd, Red Baron, McIntosh)
Go to our webpage for a full schedule of events, http://www.aftonapple.com/Anniversary-Celebration-Weekend.html |
| Date: |
September 13, 2014 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.aftonapple.com |
| Location: |
Afton Apple Orchard
14421 S. 90th St.
Hastings, MN |
| Contact: |
Afton Apple 651-436-8385 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, September 13th from 10:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, September 14th from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Sep 14 Meat Raffle for MN AMBER Alert Fundraiser |
| Please come join us for a delectable meat raffle to support the Minnesota AMBER Alert Fundraiser! Come for the fun and possibly win something to take home for dinner. |
| Date: |
September 14, 2014 |
| Time: |
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://mnamberrun.org |
| Location: |
2nd Street Depot
320 2nd St E
Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Teresa Blaylock
763-221-9172 |
| EMail: |
terelynnblay@hotmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Sunday, September 14th, 2014
2 - 6 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
No cost to attend. Meat raffle tickets are $1 / chance. |
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| Sep 15 Author Mary Logue |
| Minnesota Book Award-winning author of the Claire Watkins mystery series will share stories of her inspiration and writing. |
| Date: |
September 15, 2014 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.dakotacounty.us/library |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library, 1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Monday, September 15
6:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Sep 16 Business After Hours - 9/16/14 Members Only Event |
On Tuesday, September 16th, 2014 First National Bank will be hosting a Business After Hours at their new building, 1400 Frontage Road North.
Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar will be available.
Business After Hours events are a great way to connect and network with other Chamber members in an informal setting; so feel free to come and go as your schedule allows. There is no cost to attend.
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| Date: |
September 16, 2014 |
| Time: |
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM |
| Location: |
First National Bank
1400 Frontage Road North
Hastings, MN |
| Contact: |
Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau 651-437-6775 |
| EMail: |
www.hastingsmn.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday, September 16th
5:00 - 6:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Open to Chamber Members Only |
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| Sep 17 - Nov 18 ExporTech |
| Program Details: ExporTech was designed specifically for manufacturers that need innovative ways to grow, and see international sales as part of the answer. The program provides executive leaders with a systematic approach for entering or expanding in global markets. It is the only national export assistance program that offers a structured, yet customizable process that guides companies through every aspect of export growth. Target Audience: Company Executives including CEO, Owner, VP/Director of International Sales, VP/Director of Sales and Marketing This program is being hosted by University of Wisconsin-Stout?s Professional Education Programs & Services and UW-Stout Wisconsin Manufacturing Outreach Center (MOC). http://www.uwstout.edu/moc/about/index.cfm |
| Date: |
September 17, 2014 |
| Website: |
http://www.uwstout.edu/profed/exportech/index.cfm |
| Location: |
Menomonie, Wisconsin 54751 |
| Contact: |
Joni Geroux, 715-232-5270 |
| EMail: |
gerouxj@uwstout.edu |
| Date/Time Details: |
September 17
October 13
November 18
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
See Website URL |
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| Sep 17 First National Bank Community Open House 9/17/14 |
| On Wednesday, September 17th, 2014 First National Bank will be hosting a Community Open House at their new building located at 1400 Frontage Road North from 11:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m. with food and beverages provided. |
| Date: |
September 17, 2014 |
| Time: |
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Location: |
First National Bank
1400 Frontage Road North
Hastings, MN |
| Contact: |
(651) 437-3106 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wednesday, September 17th
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free - Open to the public |
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| Sep 17 TWIN Concert at the LeDuc Historic Estate |
| TWINS is a part of the River Armada which travels the rivers of America & Canada by canoe. They play music on guitar & violin & sing. Theirs is a message to bring people back to the water, to celebrate, & heal. They are all about seed sharing and self sufficiency with our food production. Of special interest to gardeners. |
| Date: |
September 17, 2014 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://dakotahistory.org |
| Location: |
LeDuc Historic Estate
1629 Vermillion Street
Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Amy Deaver |
| EMail: |
ajdeaver@yahoo.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wed., Sept 17, 7 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Generous donations would be appreciated. |
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| Sep 18 Hastings Gal Pal Soiree |
Gather your girlfriends and join us in Hastings on the Third Thursday of each month for an afternoon and evening of fun - The Hastings Gal Pal Soiree!
Starting at 4 PM participating businesses offer discount and treats.
Get your map and coupons, follow the signs around town and hit the charms of this small town. Any purchases that day earn a shopping bag and also tickets for a drawing to be held at the finale with entertainment, door prizes and deals on appetizers and drinks from 7 PM on.
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| Date: |
September 18, 2014 |
| Time: |
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.hastingsmn.org/chambernews.html |
| Location: |
Start at Meloy Park Florist
1210 Vermillion St.
Follow map and signs |
| Contact: |
Hastings Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau - 651-437-6775 |
| EMail: |
info@hastingsmn.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, September 18
4:00 - 7:00 PM
Entertainment, food & drink specials beginning at 7 PM. |
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| Sep 19 Critical Conversations Session 1 |
| MayKao Hang, DPA 14. President and CEO of Wilder Foundation, Dr. Hang will address challenges Minnesota faces related to income and race disparities. Learn how she is transforming her organization to incorporate cultural competence into the daily structure of operations. |
| Date: |
September 19, 2014 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Website: |
http://hamline.edu/criticalconversations |
| Location: |
Kay Fredericks Ballroom, Klas Center, Hamline University, St.Paul, MN |
| Contact: |
Hamline School of Business
651-523-2284 |
| EMail: |
hsb@hamline.edu |
| Date/Time Details: |
Friday, Septermber 19, 2014 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., registration and continental breakfast open at 7:30 a.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$20, includes breakfast |
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| Sep 20 LeDuc-Simmons Country Market & Art Sale |
| This event is a combination of art & agriculture. There will be a flea market featuring antiques & collectibles in the Simmons Shed, a bake sale & plant sale in the LeDuc yard. On hand will be a beekeeper selling honey, a farmer demonstrating threshing by hand, and Hastings Spiral Co-op selling fresh seasonal food. Artists in several media will be selling their art throughout the grounds. |
| Date: |
September 20, 2014 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Location: |
LeDuc Historic Estate 1629 Vermillion Street Hastings, MN |
| Contact: |
Heidi Langenfeld |
| EMail: |
heidilangenfeld38@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, September 20, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
FREE admission to the grounds, but guided tours of LeDuc house at regular rates & times. |
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| Sep 20 - Sep 21 Flea Market |
| Outdoor Flea Market with several vendors selling antiques, furniture, guy stuff, used bicycles, home decor, household goods. |
| Date: |
September 20, 2014 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://na |
| Location: |
At the intersection of Hwy. 61 and Hwy. 10 behind "The Point" Restaurant. |
| Contact: |
Contact Steve Nielsen with questions at 612-201-4217. |
| EMail: |
nielsen.steve13@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, September 20th and Sunday, September 21st from 9-5. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free. |
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| Sep 20 Historic Hastings Saturday Night Cruise Ins |
Classic Car Show in Historic Downtown Hastings, every other Saturday night beginning May 30 through October 3, 2015.
August 22 - "History of Cars", featuring cars from 1900-1970, all original or restored to original. |
| Date: |
September 20, 2014 |
| Time: |
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.downtownhastingsmn.com/ |
| Location: |
Historic Downtown Hastings on the banks of the Mississippi River |
| Contact: |
Tony Berens (651)491-1563; Kevin Hoeschen (651) 437-4400, 651-303-2792 |
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| Sep 21 Butch Thompson at the LeDuc Historic Estate |
| Butch Thopson, world renowned jazz pianist & clarinetist returns for 2 concerts at the LeDuc Historic Estate, 3:30 & 6:30 p.m. on September 21, 2014. There will be a high tea between the two concerts. Reservations for these events are required. Call 651-437-7055 to make reservations early. These concerts fill quickly. Cost of the concert is $20 for the general public, but $18 for members of Dakota County Historical Society. The tea is a separate event and must be booked separately. The cost of the tea is also $20 for the general public and $18 for members of Dakota County Historical Society. Come enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience. |
| Date: |
September 21, 2014 |
| Time: |
3:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
LeDuc Historic Estate 1629 Vermillion Street Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Amy Deaver |
| EMail: |
ajdeaver@yahoo.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Sunday, Sept. 21 concerts at 3:30 & 6:30. High Tea between concerts,approximatly @ 5 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$20 for concert $20 for tea Book each event separately |
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| Sep 25 Fall Harvest Employment Law Seminar |
| Earn CLE, CPE, and HRCI credits! With over 50 business owners, managers, HR/legal/accounting professionals already registered to attend, this seminar is turning out to be more popular than we originally anticipated! Join Wessels Sherman attorneys along the shores of beautiful Lake Pepin - a short distance south of the Twin Cities as part of the Mississippi River - for a highly informative day of learning in the relaxed and picturesque setting of a working winery. Attendees will reap a bounty of valuable information, materials and useful forms to address many of the latest issues facing employers today. |
| Date: |
September 25, 2014 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e98ahba23db28fbb&llr=6lwxjycab |
| Location: |
Villa Bellezza Vineyard
1420 3rd St Pepin, WI 54759 |
| Contact: |
Chrissy Beggan |
| EMail: |
chbeggan@wesselssherman.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday September 25, 2014
8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Fees/Admission: |
$150 - First person $100 - Second person & more from same company |
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| Sep 27 Bauer Gait 5k Walk/Run |
| Bauer Gait is a 5K run/walk event that takes you on a scenic trail along the Mississippi River. The event begins at Lake Rebecca Park, takes you along several loops, bringing you past the Hastings Lock & Dam where you will have unbelievable views of both Lake Rebecca and the mighty Mississippi River. You will feel like you are walking between two natural waterways! You will turnaround at the halfway point only to capture the fall colors and visit with family and friends. This is a 5K flat course for both runners and walkers so anyone can enjoy, whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced walker/runner. This is a RAIN or SHINE event so dress appropriate to the weather conditions. Kids ages 15 and under are FREE. We DO have a family rate! The finish line will greet you with a bag of goodies, which will include snacks, a beverage, coupons, and other goodies. This event is also in partnership with United Way of Hastings. United Way of Hastings has been helping those in need for 50 years. Every dollar raised in the community stays right here to impact education, health, and financial stability. Please consider making a donation on our registration page. For more information on who we are, what we do, and where your donations go, go to www.unitedwayofhastings.org. Don't forget your camera so you can capture the fall colors after the event! No refunds will be given. No bikes, roller-blades, pets, or skateboards will be allowed. |
| Date: |
September 27, 2014 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.active.com |
| Location: |
Lake Rebecca Park Hastings, MN |
| Contact: |
Bauer Family Reunion
651-438-2950
BauerFamilyReunion2015@comcast.net
www.BauerFamilyReunion2015.com
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| EMail: |
BauerFamilyReunion2015@comcast.net |
| Date/Time Details: |
Sat. Sept. 27, 2014
Runners released at 8:30 a.m.
Walkers released at 9:30 a.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Ages 16+ $15.00 per person, or Family $25.00 (participants must reside in the same household) Register at www.active.com (search Bauer Gait) |
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| Sep 27 Fall Raptor Release |
Fall Raptor Release: Join us to celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Raptor Center
Saturday, September 27th
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Carpenter Nature Center is pleased to host the fall raptor release which is presented by the 3M Foundation in partnership with The Raptor Center of the University of Minnesota and CNC. Visitors will enjoy watching 4-6 wild birds of prey take to the air after being rehabilitated by The Raptor Center's veterinarians, staff and volunteers. Arrive early for either the 11:30 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. programs as you will need time to get your vehicle parked and walk to the release site. The day is full of fun with orchard hay wagon tours, educational raptor displays, kids’ activities and more. This is a FREE event. For more information please visit www.CarpenterNatureCenter.org or www.TheRaptorCenter.org. To sign up to volunteer for the event please contact Alan@CarpenterNatureCenter.org
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| Date: |
September 27, 2014 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.CarpenterNatureCenter.org |
| Location: |
Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center
12805 St. Croix Trail Hastings MN 55033
Office: 651-437-4359
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| Contact: |
651-437-4359 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, September 27
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Sep 29 Fort Snelling and the Civil War |
| All of Minnesota's Civil War soldiers spent time at Fort Snelling, as did Confederate prisoners and Dakota Indian families. Learn their stories from 1860's letters, diaries and newspaper accounts. This program is presented by Minnesota historian Stephen Osman. |
| Date: |
September 29, 2014 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.dakotacounty.us/library |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library
1490 South Frontage Road
Hastings |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Monday, September 29
6:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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