"Give Thanks" Cookie Decorating Class

Interested in learning more about decorated sugar cookies?! Sifted & Sweet Baking Co is here to help! In this 1.5-hour class, we'll cover the basics to sugar cookies (so – yes, it’s beginner friendly!), do some piping practice with Royal Icing, talk about how to strategize the best ways to decorate sugar cookies, and cover the general concepts around dough and icing! Everything you'll need is provided in class along with a live in-person instructor – just bring a smile (and maybe an apron).

FREE Storytime: A Fancy Nancy Holiday Party

Ooh la la! Join us for a FANCY NANCY HOLIDAY PARTY! Put on your sparkliest clothes, grab your boas, and get ready for an hour of exquisite (that's fancy for super fun) holiday activities! We'll have fancy crafts, marvelous treats, and an amazing storytime. It’s the perfect way to make the holidays extra glamorous!

de'Vine Wine & Culinary Weekend

Indulge in the pinnacle of perfect pairings and the art of wine experiences at Grand View Lodge's De'Vine Wine and Culinary Weekend. Friday kicks off with exclusive wine dinners hosted by renowned winemakers and celebrity guests, each paired with sumptuous creations from our chefs. Saturday brings enlightening sessions with winemakers sharing their expertise and the coveted Grand Tasting. Book your spot for a weekend of wine lover's bliss!

Crash Dummy

Crash Dummy is Comedy magician Parker William’s funny true tale of being run over by a Shriner on a go-kart at age 11. A wild mix of comedy, magic, and storytelling, it’s a fast-paced ride through resilience, absurdity, and the accidents that shape us.

Christmas Tours

Come visit the WW Mayo House for Christmas tours. The house will be decorated for the holidays and tours will include interpretations of Christmas traditions throughout the 1800s.

Christmas at the Folsom House

Enjoy a self-guided tour of the 1855 Folsom House during the Taylors Falls Lighting Festival’s 41st year! Back by popular demand, each room of the museum will be decorated by a local business/organization. This is a fundraiser event for the Taylors Falls Historical Society. Free admission. Donations are always appreciated!

Chastity Brown

Gospel and blues, melodic sensibility, and honest emotion…

Based in Minnesota, with roots in Tennessee, Chastity Brown grew up surrounded by country and soul music. In the gospel church of her childhood, she played saxophone and drums. Also, she found her singing voice and a passion for music. NPR’s “Favorite Sessions,” CMT, American Songwriter, the London Times and Paste Magazine have all featured her.

Archival Book Cover Workshop

Safeguarding the Past: Archival Book Cover WorkshopNovember 29 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm ~ Free

Learn how to make archival book covers for two of Gammelgården Museum’s historic books in its collection. You will have an opportunity to handle books from the 1800s and early 1900s, and provide an archival-quality book cover for them.

By creating these covers, you will acquire the skills to design covers for your special and historical books at home.

There is no cost for this workshop, as participants will be helping to protect the museum’s book collection.

10,000 Days - A Tribute to TOOL

Established in 2006 and hailing from the Twin Cities, 10,000 Days has been the Midwest’s premier tribute to the legendary, Los Angeles based, multi-platinum selling, progressive rock band, Tool.

Inspired by Tool’s technically complex yet emotionally powerful music, 10,000 Days’ mission is to bring you the most authentic experience of seeing Tool live in concert as possible!