A Promised Land: Jewish Patriots, the American Revolution, and the Birth of Religious Freedom

Adam Jortner is the Goodwin-Philpott Eminent Professor of Religion in the Department of History. He specializes in the history of religion in the American Revolution and the early nation, with particular emphasis on religious liberty, patriotism and piety, theology, and new religious traditions. In addition to A Promised Land, he is author of the award-winning The Gods of Prophetstown, a study of Native American religion, deism, and military conflict in the Old Northwest, and Blood from the Sky, a history of miracles in the early republic.

Precious and Adored Book Club: Riverview Library

The Minnesota History Center is showcasing a number of unique items from the MNHS collections in an exhibit titled The Stories We Keep. This exhibit features 25 objects from MNHS collections—a rich trove built on the generosity and foresight of thousands of people who have entrusted MNHS with their belongings and their stories.

Precious and Adored Book Club: Dayton's Bluff Library

The Minnesota History Center is showcasing a number of unique items from the MNHS collections in an exhibit titled The Stories We Keep. This exhibit features 25 objects from MNHS collections—a rich trove built on the generosity and foresight of thousands of people who have entrusted MNHS with their belongings and their stories.

Pop's Honky Tonk Christmas Show

Yeehaw!!!! Honky tonk classics and originals. With more rope tricks. And plenty of tis the season splendor! Pop Wagner (lead vocal, rhythm guitar and fiddle) AJ Srubas (steel guitar and fiddle David Robinson (lead guitar) Rina Rossi (bass)

Ticketing

$21.50 online
$24.00 at the door

Agenda

  • 6:30-7:30 Doors
  • 7:30-9:30 Music

Location

Address: 67011 hwy 63, Lake City, MN 55041

Parking

ONLY PARK ON EAST SIDE OF 82 (general store side of the gravel road)

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Pat Metheny

Pat Metheny was born in Lee’s Summit, MO on August 12, 1954 into a musical family. He started on trumpet at the age of eight, then switched to guitar at age twelve. By fifteen, he worked regularly with the best jazz musicians in Kansas City, receiving valuable on-the-bandstand experience. Then, Metheny burst onto the international jazz scene in 1974.

Palestine 36: Special Sneak Preview Screening

Saturday, November 29 at 12:45 PM

Special Sneak Preview Screening

Palestine's Official Selection for the 98th Academy Awards.

ABOUT THE FILM

In 1936, as the British Empire tightens its grip on Palestine, Yusuf is caught between his village home and his work in Jerusalem. Amidst an anti-colonial revolt, and Jewish refugees fleeing persecution from Europe, all sides converge in a decisive moment for the entire region.

Northstar Original Revue Presents: NOR Holiday Party @ Day Block Brewing

Celebrate the season at the Day Block Festival’s NOR Holiday Party, a two-stage showcase of incredible local talent hosted at Day Block Brewing Company in downtown Minneapolis. Enjoy an evening packed with live music, festive energy, and craft brews from one of the city’s favorite venues.

Upstairs, catch performances by Xawaro, Jack Swagger, Elour, Wyatt Avery, Main Street Free Fall, and Startz & Endz. Head downstairs for more great sets from Johnny Williams, Samantha Grimes, Kyle Knight, Lazarus, and Belle Modeen.

Northrop Public Organ Tour: Sounds of the Season

Following the Sounds of the Season: Relaxed Matinee With Organist Greg Zelek, embark on a tour of the Northrop organ! Guided by Northrop Organ Advisory Board members, attendees will get a behind the scenes look at our Aeolian-Skinner organ, complete with a visit to the nearly 7,000 pipes in the organ loft high above the Carlson Family Stage—behind the proscenium arch medallion screens—and a close-up view of the console.

Nicholas David: Vinyl Release Concert

After 5 years in the making, Nicholas David is celebrating his first vinyl release: More Than Music.

The St. Paul singer/songwriter has been making music from the heart for the heart for nearly 30 years. Like the mighty Mississippi River, David's musical journey rocks n rolls like a cosmic current that's taken him coast to coast and across the pond. From NBC's THE VOICE where he met BILL WITHERS, sang with SMOKEY ROBINSON and finished 3rd PLACE on his season, to riding along the rock n roll highway with the ALLMAN BROTHERS sons!

Native Americans in STEM Day at the Science Museum of Minnesota

The Science Museum of Minnesota is welcoming the best and brightest thinkers, innovators, and educators to celebrate community and the science that connects us. 

During Native Americans in STEM Day, we’re bringing together voices from across Twin Cities community organizations, educational institutions, and advocacy groups to celebrate and elevate the impacts of diverse communities in STEM. Enjoy hands-on activities, learn about science careers through interactive displays and presentations, and witness engaging live performances.