Needle Felting on the Farm: Cat

Step into the wonderful wooly world of needle felting with our partners Fairchild Farm and Mercantile! Whether you're an experienced crafter or just curious to try something new, needle felting is delightful way to turn wool into adorable creations.

We'll be offering two sessions - each with their own animal - so pick your favorite or purchase a ticket for both sessions to start your own collection of felted farm friends! Come craft a cat in the morning and a goat in the afternoon.

Naturally 7

Naturally 7 is unlike any vocal ensemble you’ve ever heard. No less than Quincy Jones has called them “the best a cappella group in the world”!

They are known worldwide for their extensive tours with Michael Bublé and as guests with Coldplay and Diana Ross. Moreover, the New York-based septet is a band in the classic sense. They create the sounds of guitars, bass, horns, keyboards, drums, and other instruments through the power of their voices. Here, they call their signature style “vocal play.”

Native Plants & Pollinators Field Trip

Gardening with native plants is one of the most important things you can do to attract birds, butterflies, and more to your yard. Including and implementing best practices for your yard and local plant community can be important and this field trip will hope to introduce a few important plant species for our region. We will also consider the wide range of insects that offer food for birds but also act as pollinators to the plants you might consider adding to your gardens!

Native American Game Day: Learn to Play Chunky

In this program, visitors will get a chance to play the game of chunky, a sport enjoyed by the people of America's first cities 1,000 years ago.

Chunky is a game that involves rolling discs across the ground and throwing spears as close to the disc's resting point as possible. It's a great game to play on the grass under summer skies! This event is included in regular site admission.

Nathan Graham w/ Mark Joseph and the American Soul at FORWARD Park Concerts

Nathan Graham w/ Mark Joseph and the American Soul
Wednesday, August 20, 5:30 PM-8 PM
White Oaks Park (Ward 3)

SCHEDULE

5 PM | Get ready!

Come early to enjoy the space and to grab your spot before the show starts. Food and beverage vendors will be onsite. Lawn chairs, blankets, coolers and picnics are welcome.

5:30 PM MARK JOSEPH AND THE AMERICAN SOUL (Minneapolis, MN)

Nate Bargatze: Big Dumb Eyes World Tour

Coming off of a big year and the success of his 2024 The Be Funny Tour, Comedian Nate Bargatze has announced 66 dates for his 2025 BIG DUMB EYES WORLD TOUR that will include stops in North America, Europe and the Middle East. The new tour will include all new material with more dates to be announced soon. For more information and tickets, visit natebargatze.com.

Natania & Ticket to Brasil

Natania Kamin is a charismatic vocalist, songwriter and dancer who is passionate about sharing the music of her native Brazil with American audiences.

Myron Elkins Presented By Rochester Police Benevolent Association

Country artist Myron Elkins will headline the Rochester Police Benevolent Association’s annual concert at Mayo Civic Center on Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at the Mayo Civic Center Box Office and Ticketmaster.com. Box Office hours are Fridays from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The Rochester Police Benevolent Association promotes social, charitable and educational activities among law enforcement, while cultivating a spirit of respect between officers and the citizens they serve.

About Myron Elkins

My City Was a Sparkling Jewel: Voices of Newcomer Youth from Afghanistan Exhibit Opening Night Celebration

Join Green Card Voices and the Minnesota Historical Society for the exhibit opening event for “My City Was a Sparkling Jewel: Voices of Newcomer Youth from Afghanistan.”

Music in the Park featuring Root River Jam

Enjoy a FREE, live music concert in Bennett Park! Music starts at 6:30 p.m. at the north end. Bring a blanket or chair to enjoy the evening. Root River Jam elevates musical improv through the fusion of blues, country, rock and americana music, complimenting many styles within the Americana genre. From Mumford and Sons, to Charlie Daniels. Linda Ronstadt to Bonnie Raitt, Willie to Dave Matthews. Their music draws from the spark of creativity and individuality in each musician, producing songs that draw you in to their eclectic style!