Experience an authentic Bavarian celebration at Schell’s Oktoberfest in New Ulm. Held on the scenic brewery grounds at the historic August Schell Brewing Company, this festive event features live German bands, traditional Bavarian food, craft beer, and lively entertainment throughout the day. Guests can enjoy polka music, dancing, stein-holding competitions, and classic Oktoberfest games while relaxing under the big tent or exploring the beautiful brewery grounds.
Minnesota is known for its forests, and with good reason: it is the confluence of two major forest biomes, the deciduous and coniferous. Learn what makes a tree, how to identify different species, the natural and human history of Minnesota’s diverse forest communities, forest management, and animal and human forest use. The forests we see today are the results of many decisions- by humans and other animals, whether to cut, whether to eat. One goal of the course is to understand what we see, based on the history of diverse actions, and plan our management on the basis of many options.
More than 15,000 biking enthusiasts are expected at the 37th annual Donnie Smith Bike Show, the premier custom bike show in the Midwest, at Saint Paul RiverCentre on Saturday and Sunday, March 28-29.
Over 150,000 square feet will showcase more than 100 of the best baggers, custom choppers, retro bobbers and unique cruisers in the country. This year will feature their traditional bike show with over 35 classes and custom bikes showcase.
Join us for an incredible mashup of fashion and performances of the talented folks of Iron Range Radiance and Fire in the Village!
Both entities will show their handmade fashion collections! Iron Range Radiance will have drag performances between walks, Fire in the Village will have their mobile printmaking station, and we want you to come in your most impressive outfit to share during the Open Runway segment! We can't wait to see you there!
This show is donation based, no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Suggested donation of $20 will go to the artists!
Looking for a fun night out without the late-night exhaustion? Our dance night is catered especially for women in their 30s, 40s, and early 50s who still love to get out, move, and enjoy great music—but also appreciate being home at a reasonable hour! The vibe is women-centric, but all are welcome! It’s a judgment-free, harassment-free environment where you can relax, laugh, and dance like you used to.
The Dinner Detective is the largest, award-winning, interactive comedic murder mystery dinner show in the United States. We are now running public and private shows in cities across the country every week. Our immensely popular shows are set in the present day. Unlike other murder mystery dinner shows, here you will find no cheesy costumes, no recited campy dialogue and no hokey song and dance. Our performers are dressed just like everyone else, leaving all of the guests to suspect who is a part of the show and who is not.
On Friday, March 20th at 7pm at the Maple Grove Community Center, let Terri Chaffer of Love That Olive take you to the Mediterranean! Taste the flavors of Italy and Greece as you learn about and explore the vibrant flavors and health benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegars! This is an in person or Zoom event. Samples and dessert are included. It is $45 per person or zoom link.
To celebrate Neurodiversity* Celebration Week, we are hosting Flight Camp at the Bell Museum! Self-directed activities during the week will include coloring pages and insect masks with information on different types of neurodivergence in Collections Cove. On Saturday, March 21, 8 am-2 pm, we will go in-depth with Paloma Gonzalez-Bellido, the creator of Flight Camp.
Join us at Osprey Wilds for a hands-on Maple Syrup Tour and Pancake Meal!
Tour Includes:
• Identifying Maple Trees
• Tapping Trees
• Collecting Sap
• Learning How Sap Becomes Syrup
Socialize with staff and learn more about Maple Trees and Syrup at Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center!
Tours are $10 per person (under 5 years old – $5)
Tours with a Pancake Meal are $20 per person (under 5 years old – $10)
The Monticello Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is proud to host the nonpartisan National Civics Bee®. We are excited to welcome the Elk River Chamber of Commerce as a collaborating partner in supporting this competition and inspiring young Americans to engage in civics and make a positive impact in their communities.
