Karen Sieber: New research on William Crossley & Nance Legins-Costley

The History Center welcomes the return of researcher, author, & social justice advocate Karen Sieber! Many may know that William Crossley is buried in Rochester, but do they know the entire story? Crossley, along with his mother, Nance Legins-Costley, were the first former enslaved people to be freed by Abraham Lincoln. But just how did he end up in Rochester & what role did he play in the first Juneteenth? Join us at the History Center on Tuesday, June 17th at 7:00 pm to learn more!

Juneteenth Food Truck Festival

Join the City of Marshall in celebrating Juneteenth! Juneteenth, or “Freedom Day," recognizes the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation, officially ending slavery. For this reason, June 19, 1865, marks our country’s second Independence Day.
On Thursday, June 19th, the City of Marshall will be celebrating Juneteenth in multiple ways. There will be two separate events: Juneteenth Celebration and Juneteenth Food Truck Festival.

July Summer Carillon Recital Series

In its 31st year, the House of Hope Presbyterian Church hosts a July Carillon Music Series. This is an outdoor concert played on the 49 bells of the Noyes Memorial Carillon. Recitalist for July 6 is Carson Landry of the University of Rochester. Bring a lawn chair and a picnic basket of snacks and enjoy the music on this illustrious carillon in the historic neighborhood of Summit Avenue. Free.

July Summer Carillon Recital Series

In its 31st year, the House of Hope Presbyterian Church hosts a July Carillon Music Series. This is an outdoor concert played on the 49 bells of the Noyes Memorial Carillon. Recitalist for July 13 is Annie Gao of Los Angeles and a recent graduate of Yale University. Bring a lawn chair and a picnic basket of snacks and enjoy the music on this illustrious carillon in the historic neighborhood of Summit Avenue. Free.

July Summer Carillon Recital Series

In its 31st year, the House of Hope Presbyterian Church hosts a July Carillon Music Series. This is an outdoor concert played on the 49 bells of the Noyes Memorial Carillon. Recitalist for July 20 is Lisa Lonie of Princeton University. Bring a lawn chair and a picnic basket of snacks and enjoy the music on this illustrious carillon in the historic neighborhood of Summit Avenue. Free.

July Summer Carillon Recital Series

In its 31st year, the House of Hope Presbyterian Church hosts a July Carillon Music Series. This is an outdoor concert played on the 49 bells of the Noyes Memorial Carillon. Recitalist for July 27 is Geert D'Hollander of the Bok Tower and Garden, Lake Wales, FL. Bring a lawn chair and a picnic basket of snacks and enjoy the music on this illustrious carillon in the historic neighborhood of Summit Avenue. Free.

July Jamboree

Albert Lea July Jamboree! 

4th of July Parade, Fireworks, Live Music to follow on Fountain, Bayside Ski Show, 4th of July Car Show, 112 Street Dance, Boat Parade, FOOD & DRINK and so much MORE! Be sure to check out the Albert Lea Convention & Visitors Bureau for updates to this event! https://www.facebook.com/explorealbertlea/

There’s a full weekend of events planned for the whole family. Check out the schedule:

Thursday 7/3

Jon Sullivan Band @ Day Block Brewing Company

Jon Sullivan Band will be bringing their brand of blues, rock, funk and soul to the Day Block patio for an outdoor experience to behold. With an awesome menu of delicious food (Pizza, Burgers, Wings) and thirst quenching beverages (Beer, Wine, Spirits, NA Kombucha, Mocktails, and NA Beer), you can tickle all of your senses from your ears to your stomach while dancing into the night!

Door at 6pm, music at 7

Day Block Brewing opens at 4pm, so come early for a pizza and a pint!

Johnnie Brown: "Let the Music Play" - The Music of Barry White

Johnnie Brown was born in Mississippi. He began singing as a child in his father’s church choir. As an adult, Johnnie’s sibling and friends encouraged him to take singing more seriously.

Brown decided to take his vision as a performer to the next level and formed a band. Since, he has established a reputable name for himself and performs locally around the Minneapolis area. He attributes his love of music to many great legends of R&B, soul, pop and the great “sounds of Philadelphia”.