Hero Home Services is hosting its first-ever Parking Lot Party for a Cure in support of Blood Cancer United (formerly known as the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society). Attendees can look forward to live music from the Jake and Josie Band, great food and drinks, raffles, and family-friendly activities, all while contributing to cancer research patient support. Hero Home Services has set a fundraising goal is $2,000-5,000.
Based on Louisa May Alcott's life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested—her friend, Professor Bhaer, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America.
Join our coffee chat lecture series and learn more about the iconic Round Tower at Fort Snelling. Built in 1820, it was originally designed as a final line of defense for soldiers in case of attack. For over 200 years the Round Tower has stood witness to many eras of Minnesota history, which we will explore in this presentation. We will also discuss the many purposes the building has served throughout its existence, including time as a hair salon, a private residence and a museum.
Synthetic Streams
An Exhibition by Erik Jon Olson
Using quilted plastic waste, Erik Jon Olson creates works that confront consumerism, mass consumption, and unfettered capitalism. Layering environmental concerns with social justice, the art underscores humanity’s alienation from nature and each other, exposing our wastefulness and need for healing.
Inclusion Mobile Museum, Telling the Story of Civil Rights for a Forgotten Minority: People with Developmental Disabilities
Exhibit Opens October 1, 2025
Open House: October 14, 2025, 5PM-6PM
When people are asked to name their favorite Christmas albums, two classics always rise to the top—The Andy Williams Christmas Album and Bing Crosby’s Merry Christmas. These timeless songs capture the warmth and magic of the holiday season like no others.
Join us for a spectacular night as Mick Sterling Presents brings these holiday favorites to life with a stunning 19-piece orchestra. Twin Cities favorites Mick Sterling and Wayne Anthony take the stage alongside choral singers led by Cate Fierro, a full string section, vibrant percussion and a powerful four-piece horn section.
Travelers flock to the Mall of America for its myriad amusements, including an indoor theme park, miniature gol
All are welcome to join us (Mavs and community members) at our book talk with author, Chaya Milchtein. We are SO excited to have her join us on campus. In this Book Talk, Chaya will offer notes from the road from foster care to a successful automotive repair career. Chaya is a queer woman who has spent the last decade deeply entrenched in the automotive industry. She unapologetically stands out in a crowd, flaunting her fashion sense while teaching about cars, traveling the world, and breaking all kinds of norms. Books will be for sale and Chaya will be signing at the end of the event!
Lace up your sneakers and kick off your Thanksgiving morning with the Annual JP Fitness Turkey Trot! This Mankato tradition brings together runners, walkers, families, and friends for a fun and festive 5K—all while giving back to the community. This year, all proceeds will benefit Be the Light, a local non-profit dedicated to supporting breast cancer survivors, caregivers, and families by providing connection, hope, and healing.
Andy McCormick is a composer and multi-instrumentalist who writes music for movies, theater, with lyricists, and for friends. He is a proud musical saw player, ardent supporter of new music, and willing to sing dissonant intervals.
Percussionist Ryan Billig visited Indonesia to study gamelan, traditional Indonesian percussive music. During his time there, Ryan enjoyed the local food, especially the banana leaf-wrapped tempeh. He opened Tempeh Tantrum in 2014.
