The Angel Next Door - Preview

Journey to an opulent Newport mansion in 1948, where playwrights, actors, and a star-struck novelist gather to work on their next Broadway hit! (Nevermind the housekeeper who wants them gone.) You get to be a fly on the (thin) walls of this romantic romp that captures the sheer joy, sophistication, and wit of classic screwball comedies. Paul Slade Smith (from last year's hit The Outsider) crafts "an elegant, sweet-dry glass of champagne, bubbling over with non-stop laughs, merriment, glamor, and high-spirited hijinks." –Broadway World

2025 Rhythm on the Rails

Rhythm on the Rails is a FREE, six-week outdoor concert series, that takes place on Wednesday nights from June and July. Each nightly concert runs from 6:00-9:00 pm on Lewis Street in Downtown Shakopee. Our annual Rhythm on the Rails features top-notch live music, family fun & games, food and brew vendors, and so much more!

Stories at the Station - Nina Hamza

Join us for an exciting evening with emerging author Nina Hamza as she presents her latest book Samira’s (Worst) Best Summer on Wednesday, April 3rd. Sponsored by Story Line Books.This event will be held on the Mezzanine above 1881 Restaurant inside Union Depot with complimentary appetizers and a cash bar.During this event, Nina will read selected passages from her new book, share insights into her creative process, and engage in a Q&A session with the audience.

Souba Greenhouse's Spring Celebration

Come out to the Farm and help us celebrate all things SPRING at our Owatonna Greenhouse.
-Check out this year's hottest new plants and start planning your gardens.
-Learn from the experts, let us answer your questions on planting, watering and more
-Register to Win Door Prizes
-Delicious Pizza for sale from Pleasant Grove Pizza Farm starting at 11am
-Thirst Quenching Beers/Seltzers for sale from Mineral Springs Brewery starting at 10am
-Scrumptious Hard Scoop Ice Cream for sale from OTB (Old Town Bagels) 11am

Rochester Spring Classic

The 5K & 15K courses will include an out and back on scenic paved bike trails along the Zumbro River in and around downtown Rochester.

NightFalls

Ramsey Park is dressed in over 420,000 lights across 256 acres that includes 2 waterfalls, 8 bridges, and 4 miles of illuminated paved walking trails. Attendees can drive through the park (one-way from entrance on Grove St) or walk in with parking options available nearby and in the park. In addition to the static light displays, Event Sound and Lighting’s music and light performance near the historic swayback bridge is a must see! Several themed walking trails are great fun to explore with your kids to spot the dinosaurs, fairies, and animals. Free event, donations appreciated.

Museum Makers Class: Pisanki

Pisanki are eggs that are decorated and colored, and are a tradition in Poland and other East and Central European countries. The word pisanki comes from the Polish verb pisac, which means "to write". This class will use a technique that involves a metal funnel at the end of a stick, called a kistka, to create designs with warm flowing wax. Join WCHS member and volunteer, Lori Ortega, in creating your Pisanki on either Sunday, April 13, Noon - 3 p.m. or on Monday, April 14, also Noon - 3 p.m. p.m. Cost is just $12 for WCHS members and $20 for non-members.

Minnesota State Band Spring Concert

Join the Minnesota State Band for their annual spring concert, "Past and Present." The program will include selections from the band's repertoire from 100 years ago, the premiere of a brand new composition, and music from their "Mostly Marches and Overtures" winter tour to Moose Lake, Grand Rapids, and Cloquet. Don't miss another varied and entertaining program from the talented musicians of the Minnesota State Band, conducted by Keith Liuzzi and Evan Varns.