8TURN

8TURN is taking the stage at Varsity Theater on Saturday, April 19th! Make sure to get your tickets now!

Ray LaMontagne

Ray LaMontagne takes the stage at Orpheum Theatre on August 31st! Make sure you get your tickets now while you still can!

Ramsey After Dark: Mental Illness and the Victorian Mind

Mental illness was misunderstood and often feared by Victorian society. Families had to make difficult decisions about how to handle their loved ones’ struggles in an era where health issues were not discussed in public and treatment options were limited or experimental. Alexander Ramsey’s brother, Justus, and son-in-law, Charles, suffered from mental illness which impacted the entire family.

In this tour, hear excerpts from newspaper accounts and family letters and journals to discover how an influential family handled a very human reality.

MSPIFF44 - Ang Lee in Conversation – Industry Night – Milgrom Tribute

MSPIFF44 Industry Night • Milgrom Tribute • Ang Lee in Conversation
Presented by MSP Film in collaboration with CineMechanics

Sponsored by Kelly & Mike Palmer

Sunday, April 6
Doors: 3pm • Conversation: 4pm • Social Hour: 5:30pm
Location: DeLaSalle High School, 1 DeLaSalle Drive, Minneapolis

Dinner at the Lake with Devin Brown

Kayaking the Mississippi River Source to Sea

Join us for a magical evening on the lake! Enjoy delicious food and hear from a keynote speaker Devin Brown, record breaking kayaker.

Originally growing up on the East Coast, Devin Brown moved to Minnesota in pursuit of the Mississippi River. Brown plans to complete a full source to sea journey of the Mississippi River from Lake Itasca to the Gulf of Mexico. Upon completion, she will be the first Black woman to complete the voyage. Hear about her experience and learn more about her relationship with the River!

The Changing Environment of MN

Join us for an insightful learning experience as we welcome a member from University of MN Forestry and Agriculture on April 17, 2025 from 7pm - 8:30pm as they highlight the changing environment of MN and the impact on trees and agriculture. This program is offered both in person and by Zoom.

Free for members and $5 for non-members. Register at olmstedhistory.com/events

Celebrate America Annual Fireworks Display

2025 marks the 55th year that the community of Crosslake has come together to celebrate America’s freedom with a spectacular fireworks display! This longstanding tradition brings families, friends, and visitors together to enjoy a breathtaking show over the waters of Cross Lake.

Join us at dusk on Saturday, July 5, 2025, for this unforgettable experience. Whether you choose to watch from the shore or from your boat on the lake, you’ll be treated to a dazzling display launched from Sand Island, lighting up the night sky in honor of our nation’s independence.

37 Postcards

37 Postcards by Michael McKeever. Directed by Bill Kenzie.
Get ready for laughter and lunacy! Styled like a 1930s screwball comedy, this delightful play follows young Avery Sutton and his fiancée as they return from eight years in Europe, only to find his quirky family has gone entirely off the rails! Expect twists, turns, and a dash of chaos in this charming and eccentric comedy that will keep you entertained! Perfect for tour groups with preshow catered meals available for purchase. Don’t miss it!

'Club Havana’- Sandbar Storytelling Festival's Annual Fundraiser

The Sandbar Storytelling Festival is once again producing its annual fundraising dinner and auction at Blue Heron Coffee House. Come to the “Club Havana" on Tuesday, April 29, and be transported to the vibrant and lively culture and spirit of Cuba. Larry and Colleen Wolner, along with their culinary artists at Blue Heron, are providing a five-course Cuban dinner. Doors open at 5 p.m. for beer and wine with dinner served at 5:45 p.m.