| Sep 8 - Nov 2 VFW Youth Essay Programs |
Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States
Lyle Russell Post 1210
275 West 33rd Street, Suite I
Post Box 294
Hastings, Minnesota 55033
Voice of Democracy and Patriot's Pen.
Hastings students have the opportunity to earn some cash prizes and advancement for their writing. For almost seventy (70) years, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) has been sponsoring a National Audio Essay Scholarship Competition which has given almost 3.2 million dollars in awards. Lyle Russell Post 1210 of Hastings will award sixteen hundred fifty dollars ($1650) to area youth that participate and place in the top five submitted from each, at each participating and home-based school. Two hundred ($200) award to the post winner and consolation prizes of one-hundred ($100), seventy five ($75), fifty ($50), and twenty-five ($25) dollars. The post winner will advance to district and department competition to win a share in educational scholarships and incentive along with an invitation to speak at the community's Memorial Day observance.
"This competition provides students in the Hastings Public School District with an opportunity to express themselves in regards to demonstrate democratic ideas and principles speak out on freedom and democracy" says Commander Donald C. Latch. "This program has been popular and successful since its beginning and we're proud to keep offering it to the students in our school district."
This year's Voice of Democracy theme asks students to explain, "My Vision for America." The Voice of Democracy scholarship competition is a three-to five minute audio essay competition open to students in grades 9-12. The national winner will receive a $1,000 through $30,000 T.C. Selman Memorial Scholarship Award, paid directly to the recipient's university, college or vocational/technical school and an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. The Patriot's Pen competition is open to students in grades 6-8 .This year; students are invited to write a 300 - 400 word essay reflecting on the statement, "What Freedom Means to Me." The national winner will receive a $5,000 award. Student participants are asked to submit their entry (along with a completed entry form) to their participating school (after the start of school Sept 8), which in turn will forward them to Lyle Russell VFW Post 1210. A classroom photograph will be requested upon selection of the post winner. The deadline in both contests is November 1. The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. is a non-profit veterans' organization composed of combat veterans and eligible military service members from the active, Guard and Reserve Forces. Founded in 1899 and chartered by Congress in 1936, the VFW is the nation's largest organization of combat war veterans and its oldest veterans' organization with nearly 2 million VFW and Auxiliary members in more than 7,000 Post worldwide. The VFW and its Auxiliaries are dedicated to veterans' service, legislative advocacy and military programs throughout the world. Interested teachers and students can obtain additional information at http://www.vfw.org/community/programs or contact the local coordinator Dean W. Markuson, deanrvnvet@aol.com/(651) 438-2208. |
| Date: |
September 8, 2015 |
| Time: |
12:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| Website: |
http://wwww.unitedwayoffhasting.org |
| Location: |
VFW, 275 W 33rd St (between Hwy 61 & 316) Hastings MN |
| Contact: |
Dean W, Markuson, 436 Tiffany Drrive, Hastings, MN 55033, (651) 438-2208, deanrvnvet@aol.com |
| EMail: |
deanrvnvet@aol.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
8 Sep 2015 - 2 Nov 2015, Middle School and High School Students |
| Fees/Admission: |
Open to all students in grade 6 thru 12. No charge. Wonderful rewards. |
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| Oct 14 - Dec 2 Innovations in Healthcare Series: Fall 2015 |
Description:
Interactive & dynamic discussions designed to help you find your way in the healthcare world of options. The three-part Innovations in Healthcare Series is designed to provide comprehensive and actionable information to employers. The series will educate and inform businesses on how to strategically manage healthcare costs while providing quality care to employees.
Who Should Attend?
The Innovations in Healthcare Series is designed for individuals who are charged with implementing or overseeing healthcare within their organization. Companies with 50-2,500 employees are encouraged to attend. |
| Date: |
October 14, 2015 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.uwstout.edu/profed/ihc.cfm |
| Location: |
University of Wisconsin-Stout, Merle Price Commons Bldg., 1110 S. Broadway, Menomonie, WI 54751 |
| Contact: |
Taylor Schaa, 715-232-5506 |
| EMail: |
schaat@uwstout.edu |
| Date/Time Details: |
Dates: Wednesdays, October 14, November 4, and December 2, 2015 Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
See Website URL |
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| Oct 30 - Nov 30 Military/Veterans Exhibit |
| Military memorabilia, reference material; Vietnam commemoration; service medals; pictures of local residents; POW/MIA recognition table; Support, service and honor sources; and so much more. |
| Date: |
October 30, 2015 |
| Website: |
http://www.beyondtheyellowribbon.org |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library, 1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings, MN |
| Contact: |
Barbara Lutz/Dean W. Markuson (651) 438-2208 |
| EMail: |
deanrvnvet@aol.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Entire Month of November |
| Fees/Admission: |
None |
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| Nov 1 Hastings Concert Association 'Riverside Swing Band' |
The Hastings Concert Association Presents:
Riverside Swing Band
Sunday, November 1, 3:00 p.m.
Hastings Middle School Auditorium
1000 11th Street West
Hastings, MN
For more information contact Mary Rohr, (651) 437-8205 or Carrol Tammen (651) 437-9206.
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| Date: |
November 1, 2015 |
| Time: |
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: |
Hastings Middle School
1000 11th Street West
Hastings, MN |
| Contact: |
Mary Rohr, (651)437-8205; Carrol Tammen, (651)437-9206 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Sunday, November 1, 2015
3:00 p.m.
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| Fees/Admission: |
Hastings Concert Association Concert Series Admission by season ticket, some individual performance tickets available. |
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| Nov 2 Pleasant Hill Monthly Book Discussion |
| Join our monthly book discussion group to delve into the details of a good book. Call the library or visit www.dakotacounty.us/library, search book discussion for monthly book discussion titles. |
| Date: |
November 2, 2015 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library, 1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Monday, November 2nd, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, December 7th, 6:30-7:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Nov 3 The Remember Project |
THE REMEMBER PROJECT
Allina Health, The Lutheran Home Campus and The Onion Grille in partnership with The St. Croix Valley Foundation will launch The Remember Project in Hastings and Prescott this fall.
The Remember Project is a pilot program intended to stimulate a community conversation around dementia and the most well-known form of memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease. The project takes a unique approach to building awareness, sharing information, and inviting authentic community conversations. Hastings and Prescott will host three special performance events - each starting with a different short play performed by a professional, traveling cast. Audience members will watch the play and participate in a facilitated conversation. The idea stems from a book of three one-act plays titled The MemoryCare Plays (compiled and edited by Dr. Margaret A. Noel) and from the recognition that the arts are a powerful tool for inviting deep and meaningful conversation.
“The Remember Project is for you,” said Angie Pilgrim, Grants and Programs Officer with the Saint Croix Valley Foundation, “for your family and your community. We believe that, together, our St. Croix Valley communities can address the isolation and fear associated with dementia through this very unique experience using theater and conversation to learn and make decisions about the future.” Bre DeCorsey, Community Education Manager at The GRACE Unit at Regina Hospital in Hastings adds “It is so important to start conversations, to hear from others in the community on what their experience with dementia has been. Together, we can increase understanding, and foster support.”
The Hastings plays will be performed in the Sibley Room, at The Onion Grille. There will be a special pre-order lunch served that day:
Chicken Salad- $12.99
Bacon Cheeseburger- $11.99
Turkey Club- $10.99
To place your RSVP and pre-order your lunch, please call Bre with your choice at 651-468-9290 by October 23rd.
The performances are free of charge and the schedule is included below:
Play 1
Steering into the Skid |
Play 2
Riding the Waves |
Play 3
In the Garden |
Tuesday
October 27, 2015
at 2:30 p.m. |
Tuesday
November 3, 2015
Pre-ordered lunch at 1:30, Play begins
at 2:30 p.m. |
Thursday
November 5, 2015
Pre-ordered lunch at 1:30, Play begins
at 2:30 p.m. |
Prescott City Hall
800 Borner St N.
Prescott, WI 54021 |
The Onion Grille
100 Sibley St.
Hastings, MN 55033 |
The Onion Grille
100 Sibley St.
Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Free Admission |
Free Admission |
Free Admission |
| |
*Pre-order Lunch Options Available; |
*Pre-order Lunch Options Available; |
| |
Call 651-468-9290 to RSVP and place your lunch order |
Call 651-468-9290 to RSVP and place your lunch order |
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| Date: |
November 3, 2015 |
| Time: |
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Location: |
The Onion Grille
100 Sibley Street
Hastings MN |
| Contact: |
Saint Croix Valley Foundation - Angie Pilgrim - Grants & Program Officer; The GRACE Unit - Bre DeCorsey - Community Education Manager; (651) 468-9290 |
| EMail: |
breanne.decorsey@allina.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
1:30 p.m. pre-ordered lunch; 2:30 performance |
| Fees/Admission: |
Performance is free of charge |
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| Nov 4 - Nov 5 8th Annual Manufacturing Advantage Conference & Technology Showcase |
| The Manufacturing Advantage Conference provides a forum for manufacturers from across the region to learn best practices and participate in practical learning through interactive, hands-on breakout sessions, industry-expert keynote speakers and ample networking opportunities. We strive to carry on a solid tradition of providing impactful experiences to help manufacturers succeed in the areas of strategic direction, top-line growth, process improvement and people and culture. |
| Date: |
November 4, 2015 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.uwstout.edu/profed/mfg/index.cfm |
| Location: |
University of Wisconsin-Stout, Memorial Student Center, 302 10th Ave., Menomonie, WI 54751 |
| Contact: |
Anna McCabe, 715-232-5484 |
| EMail: |
mccabea@uwstout.edu |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wednesday, November 4, 2015 8:00 a.m. ? 8:00 p.m. Thursday, November 5, 2015 7:30 a.m. ? 3:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
See Website URL |
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| Nov 4 Joint Chamber Coffee Break - Valley Staffing Celebrates 30 Years |
Joint Chamber Coffee Break
 
Join members of the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce and the Saint. Paul Area Chamber for hot coffee and great conversations at Valley Staffing in Hastings! Valley Staffing is celebrating 30 years in business, come show your support while mingling with other Chamber members. A ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 9:00 a.m. See you there!
Click here for more details. |
| Date: |
November 4, 2015 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Location: |
Valley Staffing
1125 South Frontage Road #7
Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wednesday, November 4th
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Ribbon Cutting at 9:00 a.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
FREE for all Chamber members and their guests! |
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| Nov 4 County-Wide Chamber Business After Hours |
Join us at Mendakota Country Club to connect with chamber members from all the Chambers of Commerce throughout Dakota County. The event includes a cash bar, complimentary hors d'oeuvres and exhibits by members from the participating chambers.
Booth space pricing:
- 1/2 of an 8' skirted table - $90
- 8' skirted table - $150
- Free standing display - $150
Please specify if you need electricity for your booth. Each vendor is asked to provide their own signage. You will be standing in front of your booth, so no chairs are necessary. To reserve your space, click here for a registration form or contact the Chamber Office. We hope to see you there! |
| Date: |
November 4, 2015 |
| Time: |
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Location: |
Mendakota Country Club
2075 Mendakota Road
Mendota Heights, MN |
| Contact: |
651.437.6775 |
| EMail: |
info@hastingsmn.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
5:00 - 7:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Open to current Chamber Members
Fee for booth space |
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|
| Nov 5 The Remember Project |
THE REMEMBER PROJECT
Allina Health, The Lutheran Home Campus and The Onion Grille in partnership with The St. Croix Valley Foundation will launch The Remember Project in Hastings and Prescott this fall.
The Remember Project is a pilot program intended to stimulate a community conversation around dementia and the most well-known form of memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease. The project takes a unique approach to building awareness, sharing information, and inviting authentic community conversations. Hastings and Prescott will host three special performance events - each starting with a different short play performed by a professional, traveling cast. Audience members will watch the play and participate in a facilitated conversation. The idea stems from a book of three one-act plays titled The MemoryCare Plays (compiled and edited by Dr. Margaret A. Noel) and from the recognition that the arts are a powerful tool for inviting deep and meaningful conversation.
“The Remember Project is for you,” said Angie Pilgrim, Grants and Programs Officer with the Saint Croix Valley Foundation, “for your family and your community. We believe that, together, our St. Croix Valley communities can address the isolation and fear associated with dementia through this very unique experience using theater and conversation to learn and make decisions about the future.” Bre DeCorsey, Community Education Manager at The GRACE Unit at Regina Hospital in Hastings adds “It is so important to start conversations, to hear from others in the community on what their experience with dementia has been. Together, we can increase understanding, and foster support.”
The Hastings plays will be performed in the Sibley Room, at The Onion Grille. There will be a special pre-order lunch served that day:
Chicken Salad- $12.99
Bacon Cheeseburger- $11.99
Turkey Club- $10.99
To place your RSVP and pre-order your lunch, please call Bre with your choice at 651-468-9290 by October 23rd.
The performances are free of charge and the schedule is included below:
Play 1
Steering into the Skid |
Play 2
Riding the Waves |
Play 3
In the Garden |
Tuesday
October 27, 2015
at 2:30 p.m. |
Tuesday
November 3, 2015
Pre-ordered lunch at 1:30, Play begins
at 2:30 p.m. |
Thursday
November 5, 2015
Pre-ordered lunch at 1:30, Play begins
at 2:30 p.m. |
Prescott City Hall
800 Borner St N.
Prescott, WI 54021 |
The Onion Grille
100 Sibley St.
Hastings, MN 55033 |
The Onion Grille
100 Sibley St.
Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Free Admission |
Free Admission |
Free Admission |
| |
*Pre-order Lunch Options Available; |
*Pre-order Lunch Options Available; |
| |
Call 651-468-9290 to RSVP and place your lunch order |
Call 651-468-9290 to RSVP and place your lunch order |
|
| Date: |
November 5, 2015 |
| Time: |
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Location: |
The Onion Grille
100 Sibley Street
Hastings MN |
| Contact: |
Saint Croix Valley Foundation - Angie Pilgrim - Grants & Program Officer; The GRACE Unit - Bre DeCorsey - Community Education Manager; (651) 468-9290 |
| EMail: |
breanne.decorsey@allina.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
1:30 p.m. pre-ordered lunch; 2:30 performance |
| Fees/Admission: |
Performance is free of charge |
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| Nov 5 One-on-One E-Book and Technology Help |
| If you need extra help on the computer, setting up e-book apps, have questions about surfing the Internet or setting up an e-mail account, or just need help working on a document, you can get one-to-one instruction at the Pleasant Hill Library. Drop in any time during our One-on-One E-Books and Technology Help Sessions. No registration is necessary. |
| Date: |
November 5, 2015 |
| Time: |
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library, 1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursdays, 2-3:30 p.m. (excluding Thanksgiving Day) |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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|
| Nov 5 LeDuc History Book Discussion Group |
| Join our monthly book discussion group to delve into the details of a good book. Call the library or visit www.dakotacounty.us/library, search book discussion for monthly book discussion titles. |
| Date: |
November 5, 2015 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Location: |
LeDuc Historic Estate
1629 Vermillion Street, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, November 5th, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, December 3rd, 6:30-7:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Nov 6 - Nov 8 Generations Working Together For Climate Action Now! |
?Generations Working Together For Climate Action Now!?
Nov 6-7-8; Red Wing High School
2451 Eagle Ridge Drive, Red Wing, MN
To Register: http://bit.ly/cclwind2015
Click Here
Sponsored by Citizens? Climate Education and Citizens? Climate Lobby.
Regional Conference focusing on climate change solutions and citizenship empowerment with emphasis on youth, agriculture, faith, business. Big ideas, new conversations, great food, fun, music, in scenic historic river town of Red Wing, MN.
Friday 7pm: Dr. John Abraham, ?Climate Change: What We Know Now?
Dr. Abraham is a climate science researcher, MPR commentator, Guardian blogger, author, Univ. of St. Thomas professor.
Saturday 8:30-6:00 multiple workshops, skill building and strategy sessions.
Sunday 8:30-12:30: Updates and action planning with state and national CCL leaders.
Early bird tickets ($60) will be available until October 23rd. Then the price will go up to $70. Student ticket ($20).
Register: http://bit.ly/cclwind2015
Contact: redwing@citizensclimatelobby.org
FACEBOOK: 2015 Great North Wind Regional Conference
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| Date: |
November 6, 2015 |
| Website: |
http://bit.ly/cclwind2015 |
| Location: |
Red Wing High School
2451 Eagle Ridge Drive
Red Wing MN |
| Contact: |
redwing@citizensclimatelobby.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
November 6-8
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| Fees/Admission: |
$60 until October 23, $70 after that date. (Student ticket $20.) |
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| Nov 6 - Nov 15 Hastings Artists' Show at the LeDuc Historic Estate |
| Annual Hastings Artists' Show at the LeDuc Historic Estate. Opening reception with wine & light appetizers, 6-9 p.m. on 11/6/15. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on November 7-15. Over 18 different artists representing a variety of media. Great place for holiday shopping. |
| Date: |
November 6, 2015 |
| Time: |
6:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: |
LeDuc Historic Estate
1629 Vermillion Street
Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Amy Deaver, Site Manager |
| EMail: |
ajdeaver@yahoo.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Opening reception on 11/6/15, 6 p.m. House open for shopping - 11/7/15-11/15/15 - 10 a.m.-5 p.m. House open |
| Fees/Admission: |
Suggested donation of $10 for opening reception, otherwise no admission charge for shopping on 11/7/15-11/15/15 |
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| Nov 7 Oak Ridge Manor Holiday Bazaar |
| Beautiful handmade quilts, delicious bakery, luxurious items donated by local craftspeople...gently used antiques and collectibles. We have it all. Stop by for a real treat! |
| Date: |
November 7, 2015 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Location: |
Oak Ridge Manor, 1199 Bahls Drive, Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Call 651-437-1367 for more information. |
| EMail: |
annie.myers@commonbond.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday November 7th, 8 am- 3 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free Community Event |
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| Nov 7 TwinLUG Lego Exibit |
| See a scaled city, mosaics and vignettes featuring spaceships, Vikings, and monsters--all made of Legos. Use Legos to build your own creation. Presented by TwinLug, the Minneapolis & St. Paul lego user group. |
| Date: |
November 7, 2015 |
| Time: |
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library
1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, November 7th, Noon to 3 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Nov 8 Military/Veteran/Family Honors -Veterans Day |
Samuel Hertogs Military Museum Tour
1350 South Frontage Road, Hastings MN
11 -12 PM Pre-School Children Veterans Day Program,
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library
1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings,
2 - 4PM National Colors, Pledge of Allegiance; "America"; Military Stories; Story Time. Visit by Miss Minnesota. Special gifts. |
| Date: |
November 8, 2015 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.beyondtheyellowribbon.org |
| Location: |
Various, as stated above |
| Contact: |
Dean W. Markuson, Director of Beyond the Yellow Ribbon-Hastings, (651) 438-2208 |
| EMail: |
deanrvnvet@aol.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Various, as stated above |
| Fees/Admission: |
None |
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|
| Nov 9 iPad Art Class |
| Use our iPad Lab to draw, photo edit and paint using digital art apps. Registration is required and opens October 26th. |
| Date: |
November 9, 2015 |
| Time: |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library, 1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Monday, November 9th, 6-8 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Nov 10 Minnesota Timberwoves Basketball Game |
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Charlotte Hornets, Target Center,
Free tickets for military, Veterans and immediate family members.
$15 for transportation
Leave American Legion 5:30 PM.
RSVP's required. |
| Date: |
November 10, 2015 |
| Time: |
5:30 PM - 10:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.beyondtheyellowribbon.org |
| Location: |
Hastings American Legion, 50 Sibley St/Target Center |
| Contact: |
Dean W. Markuson, (651) 438-2208 |
| EMail: |
deanrvnvet@aol.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Depart 5:30 PM and return 10:30 PM |
| Fees/Admission: |
$15 for transportation |
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| Nov 10 Evening Story Time for All Ages |
| Stories and activities ideal for kids and families. Ages: 0-6. |
| Date: |
November 10, 2015 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library, 1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday, November 10th 6:30-7 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Nov 11 Veteran Day Observances |
9:30 AM Hastings Middle School
Speaker: Paul Langenfeld
1:00 PM, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton School
Mass 2:00 PM
Hastings Veterans Home
Speaker: VFW MN Cdr Dewey Hermanson
2:30 PM St John the Baptist School, Vermillion |
| Date: |
November 11, 2015 |
| Time: |
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.beyondtheyellowribbon.org |
| Location: |
Various, as stated above |
| Contact: |
Dean W. Markuson, 651-438-2208 |
| EMail: |
deanrvnvet@aol.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Various, as stated above |
| Fees/Admission: |
None |
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|
| Nov 11 Treasure Island Honors Veterans |
| In honor of Veteran's Day, Treasure Island Resort & Casino is proud to recognize and thank those who have served in the Armed Forces. On Wednesday, November 11, people are invited to bring their military I.D., discharge papers or Veterans Affair card to the Island Passport Cub to receive your voucher. The voucher will allow the veteran to a complimentary buffet at Tradewinds or 10% off any restaurant in Treasure Island including the Tado Steakhouse. The voucher is valid November 11-18, 2015, for the veteran's meal only. Treasure Island will also be sponsoring a veteran's lunch from 11am to 1pm at the American Legion Club in Red Wing on November 11. Join veterans from all wars for a complimentary lunch. |
| Date: |
November 11, 2015 |
| Time: |
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Location: |
Treasure Island Resort & Casino |
| Date/Time Details: |
November 11, 2015 |
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| Nov 11 Community Veterans Day Observation |
VETERAN'S DAY DINNER & PROGRAM
One of many ceremonies within the community: Hastings Public School District and churches.
Keynote Speakers: Trista Matascastillo, MN Humanities Center, Veteran Voices & Ashley Laganiee, MN Department of Veteran Affairs, Gold Star Mothers/Women Veterans |
| Date: |
November 11, 2015 |
| Time: |
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://mn.gov/mdva |
| Location: |
Hastings Country Inn Ballroom
300 33rd Street West
Hastings MN
Catered by the Green Mill Restaurant and Bar |
| Contact: |
Lyle Russell VFW Post, 275 W 33rd St, Suite I
Nelson Lucking American Legion Post 47, 30 Sibley
Green Mill Restaurant, Vermillion St |
| EMail: |
deanrvnvet@aol.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
November 11, Veterans Day, Social: 5:30 pm, Supper: 6:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$11 per person |
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|
| Nov 12 One-on-One E-Book and Technology Help |
| If you need extra help on the computer, setting up e-book apps, have questions about surfing the Internet or setting up an e-mail account, or just need help working on a document, you can get one-to-one instruction at the Pleasant Hill Library. Drop in any time during our One-on-One E-Books and Technology Help Sessions. No registration is necessary. |
| Date: |
November 12, 2015 |
| Time: |
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library, 1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursdays, 2-3:30 p.m. (excluding Thanksgiving Day) |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
|
|
| Nov 12 Arm Knitting |
| Learn how to knit without needles, using just your arms. Yarn provided. Presented by the Textile Center. Registration is required and opens October 29th. Adults. |
| Date: |
November 12, 2015 |
| Time: |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library, 1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, November 12, 6-8 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Nov 12 - Nov 14 Hamlet |
| Black Dirt Theater Presents Shakespeare's Hamlet |
| Date: |
November 12, 2015 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.BlackDirtTheater.com |
| Location: |
Hastings Art Center
216 4th Street East
Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
www.BlackDirtTheater.com |
| EMail: |
blackdirttheater@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
11/12/2015 7:00 pm
11/13/2015 7:00 pm
11/14/2015 7:00 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
$14 |
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| Nov 14 Neighborhood Toy Store Day |
Neighborhood Toy Store Day is an annual celebration in which independent toy shops kick off the holiday season with special events and to introduce consumers to the benefits of shopping local.
Activities throughout the day include:
- Playing Games
- Make a simple craft
- Color your own Crazy Aargons's Thinking Putty
- Prizes, play and more.
In addition to the fun activities there will be a special display of The Best Toys for Kids 2015, which are selected by independent toy stores across the nation in an organization called American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA), of which Second Childhood Toys is a member.
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| Date: |
November 14, 2015 |
| Website: |
http://www.secondchildhoodtoys.com |
| Location: |
Second Childhood Toys
212 2nd Street East
Hastings MN 55033
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| Contact: |
651.438.7949 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, November 14, 2015
10:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. |
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| Nov 14 Fall Women's Business Expo-360 Communities Fundraiser |
| Come to the Hastings Arts Center to support local businesses and to raise funds for a local charity. Perhaps you have some holiday shopping to do. Why not take care of it while visiting vendor booths throughout the day. A portion of the proceeds from the event go directly to Lewis House-360 Communities. Each business will provide a raffle item, and concessions will be available for purchase. Admission to the event is free and open to the public. See you there! |
| Date: |
November 14, 2015 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Location: |
Hastings Arts Center
216 4th Street East
Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Blessings Academy of Arts and Music
651-437-4320 |
| EMail: |
hastingsartscenter@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
November 14, 2015
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free Admission to the event Concessions and vendor products available for purchase |
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| Nov 14 Fashion Frame Event |
Come join us and see what is NEW this Fall! VSP members can maximize frame benefits with these frame lines. -OR-Enjoy an extra pair on us with our BOGO offer!!!We look forward to seeing you all on November 14th!
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| Date: |
November 14, 2015 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://pearlevision.com/hastingsmn |
| Location: |
1757 North Frontage Rd
Hastings |
| Contact: |
Pearle Vision 651-480-8515 hastingspearle@earthlink.net |
| EMail: |
hastingspearle@earthlink.net |
| Date/Time Details: |
11/14/2015
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
no fees, refreshments will be served. |
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| Nov 14 All Things Connected |
| Discover how to recognize the relationships that connect all earthly life with a Minnesota Zoomobile naturalist and a variety of animals, props and activities. |
| Date: |
November 14, 2015 |
| Time: |
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library, 1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, November 14th, 1-2 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Nov 15 Antique Appraisal |
| Come to watch or bring and old toy, clock, photograph, or artwork, glassware item, piece of jewelry or other article to be appaised by Mark Moran, antique expert on PBS's Antiques Roadshow and author of more than 25 antiques and collectables books. Prior registration required for participants with an appraisal piece. Limit of one item per person. Spectators welcome. |
| Date: |
November 15, 2015 |
| Time: |
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library, 1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Sunday, November 15th, 1:30-4:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Nov 15 Complimentary College Planning Seminar |
Complimentary College Planning Seminar! I will be presenting a brief and lively educational workshop about traditional and creative ways of funding college, including financial aid, tax implications of various strategies, and different savings vehicles. Co-hosted by Todd O'Halloran, licensed insurance representative of Thrivent Financial and Young Life of Hastings.
Refreshments will be provided. |
| Date: |
November 15, 2015 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
Young Life Barn
10190 140th Street
Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Todd O'Halloran
Thrivent Financial
830 Vermillion Street # 102
Hastings, MN 55033
651-295-2005 |
| EMail: |
todd.ohalloran@thrivent.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Sunday, November 15, 2015
6:30 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Complimentary |
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| Nov 19 Rain Gardens |
Jessie Eckroad from the Carpenter Nature Center will be presenting on rain gardens in your home or business. This program is free to the public at the Tilden Community Center and will begin at 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 19. Call 651-437-4359 to RSVP.
“Rain Gardens” presented by Ms. Eckroad will go over the functions of rain gardens and how they help our community. Personal rain gardens help curb the negative effects of urban sprawl. The use of native plants promotes native populations, and reduces erosion and run-off by filtering sediments.
Before-and-after pictures will show the utilization of rain gardens to promote eco-friendly urban development. Using landscaping of native plants to promote native insects and animals will give your garden an environmental boost, while being the best looking garden on the block.
“Rain Gardens” is a part of the Vermillion River Water Quality Program — an educational series on the health of Hastings Area rivers, lakes, and wetlands. This series was made possible by a grant from the Vermillion River Watershed Organizations and partnerships with Dakota County Libraries, Hastings Community Education, Blue Thumb and Metro Blooms.
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| Date: |
November 19, 2015 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Location: |
Tilden Community Center
310 River Street
Hastings MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Jessie Eckroad;
W: 651-437-4359 ext. 106
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| EMail: |
Jessie@carpenternaturecenter.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, November 19
10 a.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Nov 19 One-on-One E-Book and Technology Help |
| If you need extra help on the computer, setting up e-book apps, have questions about surfing the Internet or setting up an e-mail account, or just need help working on a document, you can get one-to-one instruction at the Pleasant Hill Library. Drop in any time during our One-on-One E-Books and Technology Help Sessions. No registration is necessary. |
| Date: |
November 19, 2015 |
| Time: |
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library, 1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursdays, 2-3:30 p.m. (excluding Thanksgiving Day) |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Nov 19 Erin Hart appearing at The Historic Inn on Ramsey Street |
Part of our Inn Crowd series. Erin has received numerous accolades for her books which include Haunted Ground, Lake of Sorrows, False Mermaid and The Book of Killowen. Join the Inn Crowd at The Historic Inn on Ramsey Street.
Seating is limited. Tickets (call 715-220-8818) cost $15 and include wine, coffee, tea, sweets and a $5 voucher towards your book purchase that night. |
| Date: |
November 19, 2015 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.innonramsey.com |
| Location: |
The Historic Inn on Ramsey Street
620 Ramsey Street
Hastings MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
715.220.8818 |
| Date/Time Details: |
November 19, 2015
7:00-9:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$15 |
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| Nov 20 Dakota County Veterans Services Open House |
| Learn about benefits & entitlement, make connections about resources, tour the facility |
| Date: |
November 20, 2015 |
| Time: |
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.beyondtheyellowribbon.org |
| Location: |
1 Mendota Road W., West St Paul, MN |
| Contact: |
Lisa Thomas, Director, Dakota County Veterans Services, (651) 554-5601 |
| EMail: |
vets@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
20 Nov, 1 - 5 PM |
| Fees/Admission: |
None, Open to the Public |
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| Nov 20 - Nov 22 Hamlet |
| Black Dirt Theater Presents: Shakespeare's Hamlet |
| Date: |
November 20, 2015 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.BlackDirtTheater.com |
| Location: |
Hastings Art Center
216 4th Street E
Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
www.BlackDirtTheater.com |
| EMail: |
blackdirttheater@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
11/20/2015 7:00 pm
11/21/2015 7:00 pm
11/22/2015 2:00 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
$14 |
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| Nov 20 Twig & Tea Twilight Class at the LeDuc Historic Estate |
| Explore the weaving process by using nature's bounty: Branches. A cream tea will be served to accompany this evening's activity. Leave with your own rustic woven art piece. Susan Dredge is the instructor. Register by calling 651-480-7670 (Hastings Community Ed) or by going online to www.HastingsCommunityEd.com or by calling LeDuc @ 651-438-8480. |
| Date: |
November 20, 2015 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.dakotahistory.org |
| Location: |
LeDuc Historic Estate 1629 Vermillion Street Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Amy Deaver, Site Manager |
| EMail: |
ajdeaver@yahoo.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
11/20/15 - 7-9 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$35 per person |
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| Nov 23 Fun With Letters and Words |
| Get your child on the road to reading with fun and engaging letter and word activities in this early literacy workshop. Sponsored in part by ECFC. Registration is required and opens November 9th. Ages: 0-6. |
| Date: |
November 23, 2015 |
| Time: |
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library, 1490 South Frontage Road, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Monday, November 23rd, 6-7 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Nov 26 Gobble Gait 2015 |
8K Walk/Run (8:30 AM) * 2K Fun/ Walk (8:40 AM). Registration begins at 7:00 AM. All participants are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item on race day. All proceeds will be donated to Hastings Family Service. For further information call Mary (651) 437-1070. For an online registration form visit www.gobblegait.com. |
| Date: |
November 26, 2015 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 8:30 AM |
| Website: |
http://www.gobblegait.com |
| Location: |
2nd Street, Downtown Hastings
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| Contact: |
Mary Fasbender, 651-437-1070 |
| EMail: |
gobblegait@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thanksgiving morning
November 26th
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| Fees/Admission: |
Fee varies
See website for details
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| Nov 27 Bird Banding |
Have you ever wondered what bird banding is all about? Bird Banding records can help us learn how long birds live, where they travel, when and where they migrate and many other interesting facts. Carpenter Nature Center has been banding birds for over 30 years. On the fourth Friday of the month bird banding is open to the public.
There is no program fee, but donations of Bird Seed and Suet are greatly appreciated.
RSVP appreciated.
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| Date: |
November 27, 2015 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.carpenternaturecenter.com |
| Location: |
Carpenter St. Croix Nature Center
12805 St. Croix Trail
Hastings MN |
| Contact: |
(651) 437-4359 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Fourth Friday of the month.
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| Nov 27 Buy a Fleece. Warm a Heart. Warehouse Sale to benefit local non-profits. |
STORM CREEK TO HOST THIRD ANNUAL WAREHOUSE SALE
PROFITS AGAIN TO GO TO LOCAL COMMUNITY
WHAT: Local outdoor apparel company Storm Creek hosts Third Annual Warehouse Sale
- Everything marked 50-80% off retail.
- Storm Creek products include insulated vests and jackets, fleece pullovers, softshell jackets, running and performance apparel, hats and more.
- Limited edition hooded sweatshirt available for $20, with all profits going to local charity Hastings Family Service.
New this year: Buy a Fleece. Warm a Heart. Ten percent of Warehouse Sale proceeds will also be donated to several other local charities, including Hastings-based GobbleGait and Servant Road, Feed My Starving Children, and many more. Shoppers can pick the charity they’d like to support and also receive a $10-off coupon. More information can be found here. |
| Date: |
November 27, 2015 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://stormcreeksale.com. |
| Location: |
Storm Creek
624 Spiral Blvd
Hastings MN |
| Contact: |
Teresa Fudenberg, Storm Creek CEO; 651-888-4062 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Friday, November 27
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
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| Nov 27 Native American Heritage Day |
Native American Heritage Day
Come watch, listen and learn about the Native American culture and history at the Celebrate Native American Heritage Day with the Prairie Island Tinta Wita Takoja drum and dance troupe. They’ll be performing at Treasure Island Resort & Casino in Parlay Lounge on Friday, November 27 at noon. The public is welcome to attend this free event.
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| Date: |
November 27, 2015 |
| Time: |
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.ticasino.com/entertainment-mn/parlay-lounge/native-american-heritage-day-celebration/ |
| Location: |
Treasure Island Resort & Casino |
| EMail: |
Cindy.Taube@ticasino.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
11/27/2015
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Nov 27 Native American Heritage Day |
Native American Heritage Day
Come watch, listen and learn about the Native American culture and history at the Celebrate Native American Heritage Day with the Prairie Island Tinta Wita Takoja drum and dance troupe. They’ll be performing at Treasure Island Resort & Casino in Parlay Lounge on Friday, November 27 at noon. The public is welcome to attend this free event.
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| Date: |
November 27, 2015 |
| Time: |
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
Treasure Island Resort & Casino |
| EMail: |
Cindy.Taube@ticasino.com |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Nov 28 Victorian Holidays at the LeDuc |
Take a step back in time and enjoy the splendor of the elegantly decorated Victorian LeDuc Historic Estate, 1629 Vermillion Street, Hastings, during the last weekend in November and the first two Saturdays and Sundays in the month of December. Regular tours are at 10 & 11:30 a.m., 1, 2:30 & 4 p.m. and will take place on November 28-29, December 5-6 and 12-13 at regular rates. The museum store will be open for shopping where guests will find gifts to purchase for their friends and relatives who have discriminating taste. Should large groups like to book a visit, please call ahead @ 651-438-8480 to ensure that there will be a sufficient number of tour guides on hand.
Guests will be greeted by people in Victorian dress and first-rate entertainment will be provided.
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| Date: |
November 28, 2015 |
| Website: |
http://www.dakotahistory.org |
| Location: |
LeDuc Historic Estate
1629 Vermillion Street
Hastings, MN 55033
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| Contact: |
(651) 438-8480 These events are sponsored by Dakota County Historical Society with the assistance of Friends of LeDuc of Historic Hastings.
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| Date/Time Details: |
Regular tours are at 10 & 11:30 a.m., 1, 2:30 & 4 p.m. and will take place on November 28-29, December 5-6 and 12-13 at regular rates.
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| Fees/Admission: |
Regular Tour Rates: Society Members Free; Adults $7; Seniors (60+) & Military Personnel $6; Students (6 - 17) $5; Child (5 - younger) Free
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| Nov 28 - Dec 13 Victorian Holidays at the LeDuc Historic Estate |
| Holiday guided tours & shopping, November 28, 29, December 5 & 6, 12 & 13 - Regular rates apply . Check on tour hours by calling 651-438-8489. Victorian Holiday Teas, November 28, December 5 - $35 - Reservations only. Victorian Holiday Dinner, December 12, 4 p.m. for those desiring a guided tour, 5:30 p.m. for all attendees. $55 for DCHS members & $60 for non-members. Reservations ONLY. |
| Date: |
November 28, 2015 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.dakotahistory.org |
| Location: |
LeDuc Historic Estate 1629 Vermillion Street Hastings, MN |
| Contact: |
Amy Deaver |
| EMail: |
ajdeaver@yahoo.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
November 28 & 29, December 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Times may vary so call ahead @ 651-438-8480 Teas - 3:30 p.m. - Nov. 28, Dec. 5 Dinner 4 p.m. for tours, for others, 5:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Regular rates apply for tours, Teas @$35 and Dinner @ $55-$60. |
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