The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra: Haydn’s "Fire" Symphony

In another strand of the temporal theme woven throughout the 2024.25
season, SPCO violinist Nina Tso-Ning Fan lights a fire in January, leading the
orchestra in Winter from Antonio Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. Works by
Fanny Mendelssohn-Hensel and Max Richter from the 19th and 21st centuries offer
additional interpretations on the passage of time, driving toward the titular
centerpiece of this program — Franz Joseph Haydn’s spirited Fire
Symphony.

The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra: Bruch and Korngold with Tabea Zimmermann

Artistic Partner Tabea Zimmermann teams up with Principal Clarinet Sang
Yoon Kim in a double concerto full of rhapsodic, Romantic flourish and lush
harmonies that intertwine with the sound of the full orchestra. Dedicated to
his son, clarinetist Max Felix Bruch, Max Bruch’s Double Concerto promises to
grip and transfix audiences alongside smaller symphonic works by Germanic
composers.

Waniyetu Art Market

Looking to treat yourself or find that special gift this holiday season? Don’t miss the annual Waniyetu Art Market at Hocokata Ti on December 12-14, 2024. More than 40 Native and local artists and vendors will showcase a wide selection of handmade art and goods, including pottery, jewelry, clothing, body care products, woodwork designs, Star Quilts, beadwork, and much more!

Food and refreshments will also be available for purchase. The market is open each day from 10 am-7 pm—come out and support local and Native artists this gift-giving season.

Art in the Garden

Hunt for handcrafted art pieces against the backdrop of the Arboretum’s gardens at this unique showcase of art and nature, featuring more than 70 local vendors offering culinary treats, crafts, fine arts and more. Arboretum guests of all ages can meet the artists, listen to live music, mingle, stroll, eat and shop. Learn more on our website. 

Art Fest

Beginning in 1977, the Art Fest was first organized by the Pine City Arts Council, a non-profit volunteer group serving the community. The event was created as an opportunity for local artists to sell their work. 45 years later the event continues to be one of Pine City's most popular visitor attractions. Over 40 vendor booths are set up in the outdoor venue in Downtown Pine City. The Robinson Park location provides shaded space for the artists and shoppers and is surrounded by a variety of local retail shops, restaurants, and even the local brewery.

Arrowhead Ultra 135 Race

Train Hard – registration for Arrowhead 2025 (Jan 27th to Jan 29th) will open 9-1-24 8 am central time..
The Arrowhead 135 is recognized in the book “The World’s Toughest Endurance Challenges” by Richard Hoad and Paul Moore as one of the 50 toughest races in the world. It is a human powered Ultra Marathon taking place in the coldest part of winter in the coldest city in the lower 48 states. Our average finish rate is close to 50%, the finish rate for new racers is much lower. 2019 finish rate was 35%.

Arboretum Auxiliary Holiday Sale

This is a one-of-a-kind annual Auxiliary Holiday Sale! There will be exquisite seasonal gift items that are handmade with winter or holiday themes including knit scarves, shawls and hats for the entire family, felted items, quilted household items, jewelry, home decor, soaps and scented items, ornaments, toys and stuffed animals, charcuterie and cutting boards, cards and gift tags, seasonal wreaths and floral arrangements, plus unique, beautiful wood crafted items for the home. You'll find gifts for everyone on your list!

Arboretum Auxiliary Harvest Sale

The Auxiliary Harvest Sale will offer thousands of exquisite items for sale. There will be knitwear for adults and children, nature-inspired items including home décor, soaps, candles, fire starters, Arboretum wood creations, beautiful autumnal wreaths and arrangements, quilted items, handmade cards, children’s toys, and many other creative arts. All items are handcrafted by Auxiliary members, and all proceeds benefit the Arboretum.

The Auxiliary will also have beautiful tulip and daffodil bulbs for sale. These are high-quality fresh bulbs shipped in from the Netherlands.