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Minn. Governor’s Pheasant Hunt Opener . . .4 Jay C. Hormel Nature Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Sola Fide Observatory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Farmer John’s Pumpkin Patch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Riverland Community College Theatre . . . 14 Area Happenings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Hormel Historic Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Church Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Church Dinners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Austin Symphony Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Austin Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Mower County Historical Society . . . . . . . . . 34 Paramount Theatre/Austin Artworks . . . . . 36 Eat.Drink.Shop Austin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Austin Bruins Celebrate 10 years . . . . . . . . . . 38 Big Island Rendezvous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Spam Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Minnesota Fall Colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Iowa Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
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Pheasant hunting starts here Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunt hosted by Austin By Eric Johnson During the second week of October, the city of Austin will welcome hunters from all over to take part with Gov. Tim Walz in the annu“It really al Minnesota Govhighlights the ernor’s community, Pheasant Hunt not only as a Opener. destination The for tourists ...” hunt will take place Nancy on Oct. Schnable 11-12 and Executive will be director for filled with Discover not only Austin, MN plenty of hunting, but other activities as well.
Discover Austin, MN Executive Director Nancy Schnable holds up a t-shirt promoting the Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunt Opener. Herald file photo
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Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunt Opener Friday, Oct. 11 • 7:30 a.m.: Disabled veterans hunting send off, Austin American Legion •9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Media registration, Austin Holiday Inn •11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Media tours 4 p.m.: Dedication of Minnesota’s Newest Wildlife Management Area. Bus leaves Runnings parking lot at 3:35 and 3:45 p.m. Public welcome •5-8 p.m.: Governor’s Community Celebration Banquet, Holiday Inn Convention Center 8:30 p.m.: “Flocking,” featuring musical entertainment by Chris Kroeze Saturday, Oct. 12 • 9 a.m. to noon: Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunt Opener •1:30 p.m.: Dog Parade, downtown Austin. Public is welcome •2 p.m.: Dock dogs presentation, Mill Pond. Public is welcome •3 p.m.: Free community concerts by Martin Seller & the Hardways, Mower County Fairgrounds •3 p.m.: Bean Bag Shootout, Mower County Fairgrounds •5 p.m.: Octoberfest music and dancing, Austin VFW Post 1216. Public is welcome
The governor’s hunt was established in 2011 and works to highlight hunting in the state as well as to highlight the cultural traditions and the economic impact of hunting, according to the Explore Minnesota website It also highlights travel and tourism in the state. It’s the perfect impact for Austin, according to Nancy Schnable, executive director of Discover Austin, MN.
“It really highlights the community, not only as a destination for tourists, but it puts us on the map for habitat,” Schnable said. “It’s nice to bring visitors into our community. Our goal is to bring awareness to Austin.” Austin’s hosting of the event was announced on Oct. 12, 2018, during the hunt hosted by Luverne. The announcement was made during the banquet.
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Governor’s Community Celebration Banquet •5 p.m.: Social hour •6 p.m.: Dinner •7 p.m.: Program Public is welcome, limited number of tickets available. Purchase tickets at Discover Austin, MN. Tickets $35 per person. Community Raffle •Only 1,000 tickets will be sold. •Drawning will be held on Oct. 11 at the Governor’s Pheasant Opener Community Celebration Banquet. Need to be present to win. •Tickets are available from Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunt Opener committee members and at the Discover Austin, MN officer. •$8,000 in prizes —Grand Prize: His and her shotguns (Syren Elis D2 20 gauge and Fabarm Elon D2 12 gauge.)
“The night was absolutely fabulous,” Schnable said after the announcement. “Austin is honored to be hosting the 2019 pheasant opener and showcasing Austin to the state of Minnesota.” The impact the hunt will have on the area could be around $1 million dollars, Schnable said, and it could pave the way for more events down the line. “This is one event that could be a pipeline to other confer-
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ences next year,” Schnable said. The hunt itself, featuring Gov. Walz, will be from 9 a.m. to noon on Oct. 12, but there are plenty of other events associated with the two-day affair. There is also a raffle, where the grand prize winner will be awarded his and hers shotguns. For more information visit www.exploreminnesota.com/ mngpho/
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Evelyn Keefe leads Sara Keefe, right, and Gail Keefe on a cross country ski sojourn through the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center last winter. Herald file photo
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Nature shines Fall, winter still fun at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center By Eric Johnson The Jay C. Hormel Nature Center is dedicated to the outdoors and outdoors recreation, and that’s true 365 days a year. Even when the leaves change color and the winds begin to bite, the nature center will make sure there is a place for you to go to get outside. “We’ve got great recreational activities at the nature center,” said Director/Naturalist Luke Reese. “We have cross country skiing, snowshoeing and hiking.” Even when it snows, getting out on the trails and getting out in nature provides people with a one-of-a-kind experience. It’s just a different side of the coin. “One thing is you can see the woods without the leaves,” Reese said. “You see the landscape and it’s easier to see animals. If you are looking for animals you see their signs more.” Of course, one of the prime events the nature center offers is the annual Halloween Warm-up, now in its 36th year.
Santa Claus will be returning to the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center for Christmas in the Northeast. Herald file photo
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This year’s event will be held Oct. 11-12, with the first hike beginning at 6:50 p.m. each night and the last hike going at 9:10 p.m. And as always, the two nights will offer apple cider and a cookie for each ticket holder. “The Halloween Warm-up is just a really fun partnership between the Matchbox Children’s Theatre and the nature center,” Reese said. “It combines themes of Halloween and nature education.” For more information on all that the nature center offers this fall and winter, visit www.hormelnaturecenter.org/
Schedule of events September Sept. 28: Sola Fide Observatory, 8-10 p.m. Sept. 28-29: Eco-printing with Kelly Bahl October Oct. 5: Austin Audubon Bird Seed Festival, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Sola Fide Observatory, 8 p.m.
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Oct. 7: Ikes Program: Bear Talk with And Harveaux, 7 p.m. Oct. 11-12: 36th annual Halloween Warm-up, 6:50 p.m. first hike, 9:10 last hike each night Oct. 12: Governor Pheasant Hunt Opener events Oct. 19: Sola Fide Observatory, 8 p.m. Oct. 22: Audubon Program “Sax-Zim Bog Birds and Habitat” with Sparky Stensaas November Nov. 2: 18th annual Thanksgiving Feast Fundraiser, Holiday Inn Conference Center, 5-9 p.m. Nov. 5: “Flexing Your Mussels” with DNR Conservationist Madeline Pletta, 7 p.m. Nov. 9: Statewide Star Party, Sola Fide Observatory, 7-11 p.m. Nov. 11: Transit of Mercury, outside the Interpretive Center, 8-11 a.m. December Dec. 5: Christmas crafts classes, Session 1, 6-9 p.m. Dec. 7: Christmas crafts classes, Session 2, 8:30-11:30 a.m.; Christmas crafts classes, Session 3, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Dec. 9: Christmas in the Northeast (Part of Christmas in the City), 4-7 p.m. Dec. 16: Jacob Burkhart Jazz Concert, 7 p.m.
Sola Fide has more power for the stars For years the Sola Fide Observatory, south of Austin, has pro-
vided people a chance to look to the stars. On select Saturday nights the observatory hosts star parties, which allow people to get a close-up look of celestial bodies like the moon, Jupiter and Saturn. Recently, however; Steps were taken to upgrade Sola Fide. Earlier this year, the Jay C. Hor-
When to get out to Sola Fide Observatory
You still have four more opportunities to visit the nature center this year and they are. • Oct. 5: 8 p.m. (moon) • Oct. 19: 8 p.m. • Nov. 9: 8 p.m. (moon) • Nov. 23: 8 p.m. For more information contact the nature center at 1-507-437-7519 or visit: www.hormel-
mel Nature Center, with the help of Albert Lea science teacher Ken Fiscus, purchased a 18-inch Starmaster to replace to the old 16-inch telescope. The Starmaster is a higher quality telescope and is much more mobile. The reason for making the upgrade was to get more people visiting the observatory.
“We wanted to utilize it more,” said nature center intern Kelly Bahl, who spent much of her time working on and at the observatory. “ Reach out more, to get more people involved more. This is a great thing to have locally.” Among the things the new telescope can do is track objects in the sky more readily. It does not need a separate computer to track like the old telescope needed.
naturecenter.org/sola-fide-observatory.html. How to get there From Interstate 90, take Highway 218 south for two and a half miles. Turn right on County Road 28 and drive one mile until you reach a stop sign. Turn left onto County Road 29 and drive one and a half miles. Turn right onto 180th Street and drive a quarter mile to where the observatory driveway will on the right.
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A family operation Farmer John’s family delights all with 31st season of pumpkin patch fun By Hannah Yang To new families and old friends, Farmer John’s family is ready to welcome you home this season at their beloved pumpkin patch. For those new to the area, or even those who are regulars, Farmer John’s Pumpkin Patch has been a staple in Mower County for 31 years, offering guests a wide variety of activities that are sure to appeal to all ages. Opening day at the patch was Sept. 21 and the season runs through Halloween. The patch is open daily from noon to 6 p.m. Mornings are reserved for tour groups and for groups who schedule to come ahead of time. “We really aim to give families a great family experience to make memories of their own,” said Jan Ulland, Farmer John Ulland’s wife. “We let people make their own fun while we offer this space. We wanted a place where kids can be kids. This is definitely a family operation. There’s something here for everyone.” Ulland isn’t kidding. There are free wagon rides that take place on Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4 p.m. Guests can take a ride around the pumpkin patch and take in
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Farmer John and wife Jan stand at their pumpkin patch. the fresh autumn air. Rain or shine, there’s plenty to do and see. To celebrate new life and the beginning of the season, babies born after Oct. 15, 2018, will receive a free pumpkin as a gift from the Ullands. Otherwise, there’s ample opportunity to pick your own from Farmer John’s Pumpkin Patch and select the perfect gourd for your fall centerpieces or for carving out the scariest jack-olanterns.
Or, if you would prefer, swing by the barn and the silo to a market where visitors can purchase fall decorations to bring the harvest-time feeling back into their homes. There are hay bales, corn stalks and a large variety of gourds in different colors. For those seeking something tasty for the kitchen, Ulland will also be selling her homemade jams and jellies, along with some fresh vegetables. Checks, cash and credit/debit cards are
FIND YOUR PATH TO THE PUMPKIN PATCH Follow these directions to get to Farmer John’s, 90537 273rd St. Austin, MN 55912 NOTE: Some online GPS services often lead to the wrong location. From Highway 218, turn west onto 270th Street at The Corners, continue onto the Mower-Freeborn Road, turn west onto 273rd Street and continue a half mile. From Highway 251, turn south at Corning onto the Mower-Freeborn Road, go three-quarters of a mile, turn west onto 274th Street and continue a half mile.
all accepted forms of payment. There are also antique treasures to find that can add a hint of something old to a dwelling. “It’s a good family outing,” Jan said. “We have old antiques and we’re an old-fashioned farm. We appeal to the great grandmas and great grandpas too. The old things we have around I think appeals to a variety of ages.” One of the newest attractions at the pumpkin patch this year is a sentimental, but classic, photo stand-in Painted by the Ulland’s children, the stand-in allows visitors to stick their heads into the holes and flash a big smile for a fun photo opportunity. This is what makes Farmer John’s Pumpkin Patch a family operation, where the Ulland family has a hand in helping create those moments that visitors can hold dear years down the road. From painting the stand-in, to building the wagons where guests can be transported around the patch to making the handmade scarecrows that appear everywhere, there’s a touch of the Ullands wherever you may be on the patch. The Ullands’ son, Kirk, and his wife, Mary Ulland, created the stand-in board. Daughter Deb Mueller crafted the scarecrows, and son-in-law Dean Mueller built and drives the wagon used to give rides around the patch on weekends. The grandchildren also find their way to the pumpkin patch to chip in and help out the family. What the Ullands wanted to do was create a special place where families can create memories; A place for families, made by families. “Every year, our family becomes more involved in the operation, giving Farmer J. and J. more time to mingle with their ‘guests,’” Jan said. “Our family goal is to make lasting memories for everyone-young and old.” Austin Daily Herald | Southern Exposure 2019 | 13
Noah Lund rehearses an early scene of the Riverland Theatre Production of “Fly By Night,” last season. Herald file photo
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A mix of old and new Riverland Theatre presents its 2019-20 season By Michael Stoll Riverland Community College Theatre’s 2019-20 season will feature a mix of old and new performances as they look to present “Wilson’s Girl: Unpacking the Beef in a Minnesota Town,” “Once Upon a Mattress,” “The Importance of Being Earnest” and “As You Like It.” “When we plan our season, we’re always looking to balance the classics with new works that haven’t been seen at Riverland before,” said RCC Theatre Director Lindsey Duoos Williams. The season opens on Oct. 4 with the play “Wilson’s Girl: Unpacking the Beef in a Minnesota Town” by Eva Barr. Barr, a local Minnesota playwright, adapted Cheri Register’s 2001 memoir “Packinghouse Daughter”
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about coming of age in Albert Lea during the 1959 Wilson’s meatpacking plant strike. “’Wilson’s Girl’ is a world premiere, meaning that this is the first time it has been performed as a fully staged production any-
where,” Williams said. “We’re very excited to be working with the playwright, Eva Barr, and have her in residence this fall as we rehearse the show. This is a truly unique opportunity for our students to be able to
get feedback first-hand from the playwright herself.” Another unique aspect of “Wilson’s Girl,” according to Williams, is that it will be performed in two non-traditional theatre spaces, with the first weekend performances being in the cafeteria of the West Building of the Austin campus and the second weekend performances being in the Student Commons of the Albert Lea campus. “The show was written to be performed in non-traditional spaces like these, and this will be the first time we’ve ever performed a show on the Albert Lea campus,” Williams said. The fall season continues with the musical comedy “Once Upon a Mattress” with music by Mary Rodgers, lyrics by Marshall Barer, and book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller and Marshall Barer. This modern interpretation not only puts a twist on the well-known fairy tale “The Princess and The Pea,” but also brings a new perspective to the classic musical comedy. Prince Dauntless hasn’t had any luck finding a bride, until along comes the unconventional Princess Winnifred — but can she pass the test? Riverland returns to the classics with the popular comedy “The Importance of Being Earnest” by Oscar Wilde. “The Importance of Being Earnest” has proven to be Wilde’s most enduring — and endearing — play.
2019-20 Schedule • “Wilson’s Girl: Unpacking the Beef in a Minnesota Town,” Oct. 4-6 (Austin) and Oct. 11-13 (Albert Lea) • “Once Upon a Mattress,” Nov. 20-24 • “The Importance of Being Earnest,” Feb. 26-March 1 • “As You Like It,” April 23-25 and April 30-May 2
Jack Worthing and Algernon Moncrieff create alter egos named Ernest to escape their tiresome lives. They attempt to win the hearts of two women who, conveniently, claim to only love men called Ernest. The season finishes with the new musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s “As You Like It,” with music and lyrics by Shaina Taub, adapted by Taub and Laurie Woolery. Named one of The New York Times’ best shows of 2017, “As You Like It” is an immersive, dream-like tale of faithful friends, feuding families and lovers in disguise. “‘As You Like It’” is also brand new to our stage — it is a contemporary musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s play,” Williams said. “It runs 90 minutes, no intermission, and combines Shakespeare’s original dialogue with modern folk-pop songs. We’ll be doing
something new with this show by including a ‘community chorus.’ It’s an opportunity for anyone in the community to be a part of the show with a minimal time commitment.” Those interested in auditioning can find a schedule at riverland.edu/theatre or on the Riverland Theatre and Music Facebook page. Season ticket subscriptions are $50 and are on sale through Oct. 13. Individual tickets to each of the four productions will go on sale Sept. 9, when the box office officially opens for the season. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.riverland.edu/ tickets, or in person and by phone after Sept. 9. To purchase a season ticket or to receive more information, call the Riverland Theatre Box Office at 507-433-0595, email boxoffice@riverland.edu, or visit the website and download the brochure at www.riverland. edu/theatre. Box office hours are Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and one hour before performances. Individual ticket prices for “Once Upon a Mattress” and “As You Like It” are $16, and $13 for “Wilson’s Girl” and “The Importance of Being Earnest.” Riverland students receive two free tickets to each production. “We are so excited to be presenting a season that is challenging, thought-provoking, and fun, and that will offer some new experiences to our audiences,” Williams said.
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Oct. 4-6 JCI Minnesota All State Convention 2019 Where: Holiday Inn Austin Conference Center For more information, call 507-433-1000. Oct. 6 Austin Symphony Orchestra - Out of this World! When: 2 p.m. Where: Knowlton Auditorium, Austin High School First concert of the 63rd season, presenting music with a planetary theme. Tickets $15. For tickets or more information, go to www.austinmnsymphony.org. Oct. 9 Izaak Walton League Steak Cookout When: 5:30 p.m. Where: Izaak Walton Cabin, Todd Park Tickets available at the door - $15. Menu is ribeye steak, baked beans, baked potato, dinner roll, and chocolate chip cookie. Free hot dogs for kids. Proceeds used for environmental education for area youth, habitat preservation/restoration and clean water initiatives. For more information, call Jim at 507-434-5996. Oct. 11-12 36th Annual Halloween Warm-Up When: 6:50-10 p.m. Where: Jay C. Hormel Nature Center For two magical nights, the Nature Center (with the help of Matchbox Children’s Theatre) is under special enchantment! Take a 45-minute hike and enjoy “spook”tacular Halloween and nature skits performed by creatures, critters and spirits of the night. Then relax inside Ruby Rupner Auditorium with cider and treats! Especially designed to appeal to children ages 4-11 (accompanied by an adult), but all ages are welcome.
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Happenings Enjoy the fall season with these Mower County events. —All dates, times, and locations subject to change Nov. 1 Austin Artist Series - Timothy Chooi When: 7 p.m. Where: Knowlton Auditorium, Austin High School This concert features award-winning violinist Timothy Chooi. For more information or tickets, email AustinArtistSeries@gmail.com. Nov. 2 17th Annual Thanksgiving Feast Fundraiser When: 5 p.m. Where: Holiday Inn Austin Conference Center Enjoy social hour, delicious meal, music and entertainment, raffles, games, and a silent and live auction. Tickets $40. Friends of the Hormel Nature Center receive a $5 coupon to use towards raffles, games or auction items. All proceeds go to the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center. For more information or to purchase tickets, go to www.hormelnaturecenter.org or call 507-437-7519.
Oct. 11-13 MN Governor’s Pheasant Hunting Opener Where: Austin Austin welcomes media, government officials, and other guests to open the annual pheasant hunting season. For more information, contact Discover Austin, MN at 507-437-4563 or email visitor@ austincvb.com. Oct. 12-14 Llamapalooza 2019 Where: Mower County Fairgrounds For more information, call 507-433-1868. Oct. 13 Eighth Annual Darren Dash When: 6:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Where: Lafayette Park Honoring the life of Austin native and running enthusiast Darren Lewis. All events start and end at Lafayette Park. Proceeds go to a scholarship fund for Austin Cross Country runners and programs committed to improving mental and physical health in the community. Register online at www.darrendash.org, at the Eagles on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 5-8 p.m., from 6:30-7:45 a.m. at Lafayette Park or anytime before Oct. 12 at Lewis Physical Therapy and Fitness Center. For more information, call 507-433-8139. Oct. 19 APOA Country Western Spectacular - Clare Dunn When: 7 p.m. Where: Knowlton Auditorium, Austin High School The Austin Police Officers Association presents this year’s Country Western Spectacular, with Clare Dunn. General admission tickets $25. For tickets or more information, call 507-513-2324. 16 | Southern Exposure 2019 | Austin Daily Herald
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Dec. 20-22 “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” When: 7 p.m. (20-21) and 2 p.m. (22) Where: Historic Paramount Theatre A Matchbox Children’s Theatre production. The audience will catch the Christmas spirit as the six children in the notorious, horrible Herdman family volunteer to star in their town’s Sunday school Christmas pageant, and end up teaching everyone the true meaning of Christmas. Tickets $10 for adults, $6 for children. For tickets or more information, go to www.austinareaarts.org or www.matchboxchildrenstheatre.org, or call 507-434-0934.
Events at the Paramount Theatre
For more information, call 507-434-0934. Oct. 5 . . . Caravan du Nord: Reina del Cid, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 9 . . . Galactic Cowboy Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20 . . . World Series Music: LADAMA Project, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 29 . . Jane Taylor Dance “Nutcracker” Ballet, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6 . . . Northwestern Singers and Riverland College Choir, 7 p.m. Dec. 7 . . . Tuba Christmas, 11 a.m. Dec. 8 . . . Tony Alonso - And Heaven and Nature Sing, 2 p.m. Dec. 10 . . Lorie Line 30th Year Celebrating Christmas, 7 p.m. Dec. 15 . . SimpleGifts with Billy McLaughlin, 2:30 p.m.
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For more information, call 507-434-0934. Oct. 5 . . . $5 Kids Studio, 10:30 a.m. to noon
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Basic Wheel Throwing Class, 5:30-8 p.m. $5 Kids Studio, 10:30 a.m. to noon Kitchen Lithography Class, 1-4 p.m. $5 Kids Studio, 10:30 a.m. to noon Halloween Comic Class for Teens, 4-6 p.m. Basic Wheel Throwing Class, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $5 Kids Studio, 10:30 a.m. to noon Felted Pumpkins, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Second Floor Gallery Opening: Members Show, 5-7 p.m. $5 Kids Studio: Buried Treasure, 10:30 a.m. to noon $5 Kids Studio: Torn Paper Planets, 10:30 a.m. to noon Family Art Studio, 1-3 p.m. $5 Kids Studio: Owl Painting on Canvas, 10:30 a.m. to noon Polymer Clay Handing Animals with Layl McDill, 1 p.m. Part Time Ex’s - Music at the Bank, 7:30 p.m. ArtRocks Open Jam Session, 7-9:30 p.m. $5 Kids Studio: Cupcake Trinket Dish, 10:30 a.m. to noon
Nov. 30 . . $5 Kids Studio: Egg Carton Folk Ornaments, 10:30 a.m. to noon Dec. 4 . . . Felted Gnomes, 6 p.m. Dec. 7 . . . $5 Kids Studio: Prints and Patterns, 10:30 a.m. to noon Dec. 7 . . . Embroidery Class “Elfonso,” 1 p.m. Dec. 11 . . Evergreen Landscape Painting w/ Katie Stromlund, 6 p.m. Dec. 14 . . $5 Kids Studio: Reindeer Painting on Canvas Dec. 14 . . Family Art Studio, 1-3 p.m. (free) Dec. 14 . . Polymer Clay Nativity, 2 p.m. Dec. 21 . . $5 Kids Studio: Holiday Ornaments (clay)
Movie Matinee and Movie Night at the Paramount Theatre
Held every Wednesday at 3 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m., unless noted otherwise. Tickets are $5; no advance ticket sales. For more information call 507-434-0934. Oct. 2 . . . “The Addams Family” Oct. 9: . . . “The Dark Crystal” Oct. 16 . . “Ghostbusters” Oct. 23 . . “Hocus Pocus” Oct. 30 . . “Rocky Horror Picture Show” Nov. 6 . . . “Coco” Nov. 13 . . “The Goonies”
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“Pink Floyd’s The Wall” “Gremlins” “The Polar Express” “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”
Sola Fide Observatory Viewings
For more information, call 507-437-7519 or email info@hormelnaturecenter.org. Oct. 5 . . . 8-10 p.m. Oct. 19 . . 8-10 p.m. Nov. 9 . . . 8-10 p.m. Nov. 23 . . 8-10 p.m.
Austin Bruins
Go Bruins! Tickets can be purchased at Hy-Vee, Jim’s MarketPlace Foods, Games People Play, Holiday Inn or at the door at Riverside Arena. Turn to pages 38-39 for the full schedule.
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New fall programs coming to the Hormel Historic Home By Michael Stoll As the temperatures cool down, the Hormel Historic Home is hoping to encourage people to get out and learn something new. “This fall the Hormel Historic Home is excited to offer a few new programs for our daytime presentations,” said HHH Director Holly Johnson. “(Mower County Historical Society curator) Jaimie Timm will be here sharing unique pieces of the (Mower County Historical Society’s) collection that not many people get to see. They have so much that isn’t on display, so these presentations will be an opportunity to see different stuff. We’re alternating that series with a Healthy Living series in which Jen Haugen will be discussing topics related to diet and lifestyle. She is a registered dietician, so it’s coming from a good source.”
Fans of events like the History Happy Hour will be pleased to note that the lecture series will continue this fall. One of the topics to be discussed is the 100-year anniversary of the Volstead Act, better known as the Prohibition Act/18th Amendment, which outlawed the sale, production and transportation of “intoxicating beverages.” “That one will have a little bit of Norwegian humor,” Johnson said. And of course, one particular old favorite is returning. “We’ll still have our Soup & Santa, which has been a sellout event every year, to give families a chance to come out and visit Santa,” Johnson said. She also said the St. Andrews Sisters will be a part of the HHH’s holiday events this year. For more information, visit www. hormelhistorichome.org or call 507-4334243.
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Church Directory Austin Baptist Chapel 2200 12th St. SW, Austin Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Mision Bautista Hispana 2 p.m.
Austin Christian Fellowship 1110 24th Ave. SW, Austin 507-437-6327 Sunday Morning Worship 10 a.m.
Austin Church of Christ (Christian) 103 Second St. SW, Austin 507-433-2894 Worship 10 a.m.
Bear Creek Lutheran 74727 265th St., Grand Meadow 507-754-5914 Services 10:15 a.m.
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church WELS 2103 8th St. SW, Austin 507-437-6461 Sunday Worship Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m.
Bethlehem Church 1500 4th Ave SE, Austin 507-433-3705 Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Burmese Worship 12:30 p.m. Oromo Worship 4 p.m.
Cedar Creek Church 108 1st Ave. NE, Hayfield 507-477-2255 Sunday Service 10 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. (Sept. - May)
Cedar River Church of Christ 1006 12th St. SW, Austin 507-437-4927 Sunday Bible Class 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Christ Episcopal Church 301 3rd Ave. NW, Austin 507-433-3782 Sunday Holy Communion 10 a.m.
Cornerstone Assembly of God 1403 1st Ave. SW, Austin 507-433-7008 Saturday Worship 5 p.m. Sunday Worship 8:45, 10 and 11:15 a.m.
Crane Community Chapel 1111 9th St. NE, Austin 507-433-5844 Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship Service 10 a.m. Superkidz and Teens Wednesday 6 p.m.
Dexter United Methodist Church 230 Pleasant St., Dexter 507-584-6693 Sunday Worship 9 a.m.
Faith Church 1800 12th St. SW, Austin 507-437-1000 Sunday Worship Services: 8:30 & 10:15 a.m. Sunday Anuak Worship Service: 2:30 p.m. Wednesday Kid’s Connect: 4yrs-6th grade Wednesday Night Live: 7-12th grade students
Faith Lutheran (Independent) 11690 903 Ave., London 507-437-8707 Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m.
First Baptist Church 206 E Main St., Brownsdale 507-567-2369 Sunday Services - 9:30 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. Worship Service - 6 p.m. (Apr-Oct) Evening Service
First Congregational Church United Church of Christ 1910 3rd Ave. NW, Austin 507-433-2301 Children’s Worship/School 5 p.m. Wednesday Sunday Worship 10 a.m. - Fellowship 11 a.m.
First Lutheran Church 434 1st St. SW, Blooming Prairie 507-583-6621 Sunday Worship 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. (Sept. - May) Sunday Worship 9 a.m. (June - Aug.)
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First Presbyterian Church 705 N Broadway Ave., LeRoy 507-324-5826 Confirmation Class 8:45 a.m. Adult Bible Study 9 a.m. Morning Worship and Sunday School 10 a.m. (Labor Day - Memorial Day) Summer Worship 9:30 a.m. (Memorial Day - Labor Day)
First United Methodist Church 204 1st Ave NW, Austin 507-433-8839
Grace Baptist Church 1700 Oakland Ave. W, Austin 507-437-2473 Sunday School 9 a.m. for all ages Sunday Worship 10:15 a.m. Sunday School 1 p.m. Sunday Worship 2 p.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 11 a.m. AWANA (Grade K-6) - 6:30 p.m. Youth (Grade 7-12) - 6:30 p.m.
Grace Christian Church 115 E. Frederick, LeRoy 507-219-1774 Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m.
Oakland Baptist Church & School
501 2nd St. SE Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. at the Mower County Senior Center Facility 400 3rd Ave NE Friendship Meal, every 1st Sunday of the month Free bus ride, contact through Facebook page
County Rd. 46 and 34, Oakland Township 507-355-2093 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:35 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday “Truth Trackers” 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study, 7 p.m.
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Oakland Lutheran ELCA
2909 West Oakland Ave, Austin 507-396-8555 Sunday Worship 10 a.m.
22042 – 850th Ave., Albert Lea 507-373-1737 or oakmos@gmail.com Sunday School 9 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.
Little Cedar Lutheran 308 Lewison St. NW, Adams 507-582-3185 Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m.
Living Bible Church
2001 6th Ave. SE, Austin 507-433-3445
Marshall Lutheran Church
Grand Meadow Lutheran 115 1st St. NE, Grand Meadow 507-754-5203 Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 9 a.m.
Holy Cross Lutheran Church LCMS 300 16th St. NE, Austin 507-437-2107 Sunday Worship 10:15 a.m. Sunday Education Hour 9:00 a.m.
International Word Fellowship Church 827 4th Ave. NE, Austin 507-437-7448 Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Sunday Truth Project 6:30 p.m.
Jehovah’s Witnesses
30456 Mower Freeborn Rd., Austin (South of Blooming Prairie) 507-437-3088 Sunday Worship 9 a.m.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church Keys to Life Apostolic Church
Grace Lutheran Church
Sunday Worship 9 a.m.
Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church
210 2nd St. NE, Hayfield 507-477-2256 Sunday Mass 8 a.m.
301 4th St. SW, Austin 507-433-5574 Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Wednesday Youth Group 7 p.m.
Wednesday School 6 p.m.
1922 5th Ave. NE 507-438-0820 Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m.
Sacred Heart Church
On the corner of 1st St and 1st Ave NW downtown Austin
Church office hours: Mon-Thurs 9 am-5 pm; Fri 9 a.m.-noon Sunday Mornings Fellowship Time 9:00 a.m. Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Wednesday Midweek Gathering 5:15 p.m. Supper, Youth & Children Activities Confirmation, Chancel Choir Rehearsal
Rebirthing Faith
16600 680th Ave, Adams 507-582-7720 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.
Mona Lutheran Church 1406 497th Street St. Ansgar, IA / Mona, IA 507-325-2437 Sunday Worship 9:30 AM
Moscow Lutheran ELCA 25826 – 870th Ave., Austin 507-373-0069 Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
New Beginnings in Christ Church The Cedars of Austin, 700 1st Drive NW 507-533-4962 Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m.
2115 5th Ave. SE, Austin 507-437-6441 Sunday 10 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study Program 7:30 p.m.
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Our Savior Lutheran Church LCMS 411 W Main St., Brownsdale 507-567-2329 Sunday Service 8:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Adult Bible Study 9:45 a.m.
Our Savior’s Lutheran 1600 Oakland Ave. W, Austin 507-437-4516 Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship 10 a.m.
Our Savior’s Lutheran 103 Pershing Ave., Lyle 507-325-4684 Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Communion served the first and second Sunday of each month
Queen of Angels Catholic Church 1001 Oakland Ave. E, Austin 507-433-1888 Saturday Reconciliation 3:30 p.m., Mass 4 p.m. Sunday Mass 9 a.m., 11 a.m. (Spanish) and 5 p.m. (Spanish) Monday Mass 7:30 a.m. (Spanish) Tuesday Mass 5:15 p.m. Wednesday Mass 11:30 a.m. (Spanish) Friday Mass 7:30 a.m., 5:15 p.m. (Spanish)
Queen of Peace Catholic Church 412 Main St., Lyle 507-582-3321 Sunday Mass 8 a.m.
412 W Main St., Adams 507-582-3321 Sunday Mass 9:30 a.m.
Saint Augustine Catholic Church 405 4th Street NW, Austin 507-437-4537 Saturday Reconciliation 3:30pm Mass Times: Saturday 4:30 p.m. Sunday 10:30 a.m. Tuesday 7:30 a.m. Wednesday 5:15 p.m. Thursday 7:30 a.m.
Saint Columbanus Catholic Church 114 East Main St., Blooming Prairie 507-583-2784 Sunday Mass 10 a.m.
Saint Edwards Catholic Church 2000 Oakland Avenue West, Austin 507-437-4537 Mass Time: Sunday 8:30 a.m.
Saint John Baptist De la Salle
Saint Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
Seventh-day Adventist Church
United Church of Grand Meadow
20 2nd St. NE, Dodge Center 507-374-6830 Saturday Mass 5 p.m. Father Thomas M. Niehaus
Church of the Lutheran Confession (CLC) 2100 16th St. SW, Austin 507-433-8191 Sunday School / Bible Class 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.
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104 2nd St. SE, Grand Meadow 507-584-6693 Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.
Saint John’s Lutheran Church LCMS 1200 13th Ave. NW, Austin 507-433-2642 Wednesday C.A.S.E. 1st-6th grade, 4:30 p.m. Wednesday Worship 4:30 p.m. Saturday Worship Service 6 p.m. Sunday Worship Service 9 a.m. Worship is broadcast on KAUS AM 1480 Christian Education Hour 10:15 a.m. Live streaming every Sunday morning.
Saint Johns Lutheran Church 65033 220th St., Elkton 507-584-6462 Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m.
Saint John the Baptist Johnsburg 507-582-3321 Saturday Mass 5 p.m.
Saint Mark’s Living Chapel
Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church LCMS 202 Park Ave. E, Hollandale 507-889-4441 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. (all ages) Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m. Wednesday Confirmation (seventh and eighth grade) 4:30 p.m.
Saint Peter Church Rose Creek 300 Maple St. SW, Rose Creek 507-582-3321 Saturday Mass 5 p.m.
Saint Peter Lutheran Church 4675 Goldenrod Ave., Toeterville, Iowa 507-326-2374 Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Fellowship and Choir 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10 a.m.
400 15th Ave. SW, Austin 507-434-7215 Sunday Worship 3 p.m.
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Saint Olaf Lutheran Church 306 2nd St. NW, Austin 507-433-8857 Sunday Worship 8:45 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Radio broadcast airs on 99.9FM at 10:45 a.m. Sudanese Service Sunday 1 p.m.
58251 105th St., Lyle, MN 507-325-2437 Sunday Worship 8:00 a.m. Bible Study 9:30 a.m.
United Methodist Church - Brownsdale 100 Pleasant St. E, Brownsdale 507-567-2316 Sunday Worship 9 a.m.
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NAPC Academy 1401 28th Ave NE, Austin 507-279-9294 206 Pleasant St SE, Brownsdale 507-567-2987
Spanish Services 1000 1st Ave., Austin 507-446-0472 Sunday Morning 10 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Saturday 6 p.m.
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Westminster Presbyterian Church
404 31st St. NW, Austin 507-433-9042 Sacrament Meeting 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:20 a.m.
Trinity Ev. Lutheran (LCMS) - Waltham 29952 570th Ave., Waltham 507-567-2272 Sunday Divine Service 10:15 a.m.
409 1st Ave. NE, Austin 507-437-4566 Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Monday / Wednesday Youth Group 4 p.m.
Sargeant United Methodist Church 109 Mildred St. NE, PO Box 15, Sargeant Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church - Hayfield 104 1st St. SE, Hayfield 507-477-2248 Sunday School 9:15 a.m. (Sept. 11 - May) Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Communion first and third Sundays Wednesday Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Confirmation 6:30 p.m.
802 4th St. SW, Austin 507-433-3258 Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. (Year round) Coffee and Fellowship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School / Adult Education 11 a.m. (September-May)
Zion Lutheran Church AFLC
Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church County Rd. 46 (east of) Austin 507-433-6709 Sunday School / Bible Class 9 a.m. Sunday Worship 10 a.m.
30450 570th Ave., Waltham 507-567-2474 Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m.
Six Mile Grove Lutheran Church
66632 300 St, Dexter, MN 507-584-6480 Sunday Worship 9 a.m. (1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays) Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. (2nd & 4th Sundays)
United Church of God Ellendale Community Center 507 2nd St S, Ellendale 507-473-5387 Sabbath (Saturday) Service 11 a.m.
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Over 340 attended the lunch portion of the annual Lutefisk and Swedish Meatball Buffet at Little Cedar Lutheran Church in Adams in 2017. The decades-long tradition remains popular. Herald file photo
Local churches offer a seat at the table for changing of seasons
By Hannah Yang Whether you’re celebrating the year’s harvest or wanting a place to gather loved ones around a bountiful meal, area churches are offering a seat at the table for you. From homemade pies to the acquired taste of lutefisk, there’s something for everyone who wants to fill their bellies and make memories around a bountiful feast. Want to share what you’re thankful for and reflect on a year of change? Then stop by one of these dinners that are sure to satisfy.
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Annual Harvest Supper Grace Lutheran Church, Austin
Wednesday, Sept. 25; 4:30-7 p.m. Adults, $12; 6-12, $6; Under 6, free A dinner made with the church’s special meatballs along with mashed potatoes and green beans.
83rd Annual Sauerkraut and Pork Chop Dinner Christ Episcopal Church, Austin
Monday, Oct. 7, 4-7 p.m. The menu items include sauerkraut and pork chops, or chicken hot dish. Tickets are $15 for adults, and children under 10 is $6.
Scandinavian Day St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Austin
Saturday, Oct. 12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. All-day lunch, soup, pie, doughnuts and lefse.
Lutefisk Dinner First Lutheran, Blooming Prairie
Tuesday, Oct. 15 Walk-ins are welcome from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Reservations only for 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Menu items include lutefisk, lefse, Swedish meatballs, mashed potatoes and
gravy, Norwegian pastries, cranberry salad, buttered corn, coffee and milk. Carryouts are offered mostly in the evenings starting at 5:30 p.m., but there may be some carryouts at noon as well. Tickets go on sale Sept. 16. Those interested can call 507-583-6621. Prices for adults is $18 and children ages 5-12 are $6.
Annual Chicken and Biscuits Dinner and Bake Sale First United Methodist Church, Austin
Thursday, Oct. 24, 4-7 p.m. Chicken, biscuits, coleslaw, pie and coffee. Bake sale starting at 3 p.m. Rada Cutlery for sale.
Adams Lutefisk and Meatball Buffet Little Cedar Lutheran Church, Adams Wednesday, Nov. 6 Serving: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and 5-7:30 p.m. Tickets available at the door, adults are $17 for the buffet and $12 for the meatball only buffet; ages 16-under are $8 for both buffets; preschool age is free. This year’s menu includes lutefisk, Swedish meatballs and gravy, lefse and pastries, rutabagas, cranberries, mashed potatoes, and coffee and milk.
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Magical experience Austin Symphony Orchestra “SYMPHONY invites you to 63rd season MAGIC” 63RD ANNIVERSARY SEASON
By Hannah Yang The Austin Symphony Orchestra is conjuring up some magical experiences for the 63rd season with the theme “Symphony Magic.” Leading off this season is Jacob Dalager, trumpeter and composer, who will be performing the first concert set on Sunday, Oct. 6, with a planetary theme “Out of this World!” along with poet Kaitlin Ramsey. Jumping into the holidays are childhood Christmas tales such as ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” accompanied by the MacPhail Austin Community Children’s Choir and Sweet Reads owner Lisa Deyo narrating. The theme of “Home for the Holidays” is sure to warm the hearts of attendees who are feeling nostalgic for some holiday magic. Not only that, Ludwig van Beethoven’s birthday will be celebrated on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020, a concert that features his masterpiece Choral Fantasy at St. Olaf Lutheran Church. This program also features “Requiem for the Living,” in five movements, focusing on the narrative for the living and their own struggle with pain and sorrow for the dead. Ending this alluring season will be a performance by violinist Sarah Chang, who will be paired with Johannes Brahms’ Violin Concerto in D Major on April 19, 2020. Chang, a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, native, was raised in New Jersey by her parents, who immigrated to the United States from South Korea in 1979. Her father received an advanced music degree at Temple University, while her mother took composition classes at the University of Pennsylvania. 24 | Southern Exposure 2019 | Austin Daily Herald
Considered to be a child prodigy by many professionals, Chang first played as a soloist with the New York Philharmonic and the Philadelphia Orchestra in 1989. She attended Juilliard School to study music graduating in 1999 and continuing forward with university studies. During the 1990s and 2000s, Chang held many major roles with the world’s top orchestras. Among her many other accomplishments, Chang was 10 years old when she recorded her first album “Debut,” which was released by EMI Classics in 1992 and rose quickly on the Billboard chart of classical best-sellers. She became known on an international stage, performing 160 concerts a year. She was also appointed by former President Barack Obama to the Presidential Commission on Russian Relations and had a role as State Department Special Cultural Envoy. She served as a cultural ambassador for the United States, and was invited to play in North Korea’s capital Pyongyang, with a South Korean orchestra in 2002. “One cannot imagine a more perfect pairing of soloist and work as Sarah Chang and Johannes Brahms’ Violin Concerto. To be present at her performance is to be wrapped in a warm, sunlit pool of sound,” said Stephen Ramsey, director. “The concert hall actually seems to warm with the intensity of her emotional performance. We feel so fortunate to have Ms. Chang return to Austin and (we are) blessed to collaborate in a performance of the Brahms.” Season tickets are $60 for those under 65 and $50 for a season ticket for those over 65. Guests can pay $15 for tickets in advance and $20 at the door. If someone has never been a ticket holder before, they can attend a concert performance at half-price.
“Out of this World!”
Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019 • 2-4:30 p.m. Knowlton Auditorium, Austin High School 301 3rd St. NW Austin, MN 55912 Featuring Jacob Dalager (trumpet and composer) and Katilin Ramsey (poet and narrator) The Planets, Gustav Holst Solar, Jocelyn Hagen Trumpet Concerto (World Premiere), Jacob Dalager
“Home for the Holidays”
Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019 • 2-4:30 p.m. Knowlton Auditorium, Austin High School 301 3rd St. NW, Austin, MN 55912 Featuring MacPhail Austin Community Children’s Choir and narrator Lisa Deyo ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, Bill Holcombe Song of the Sandman Dream Pantomime from Hansel & Gretel, Engelbert Humperdinck On Christmas Day, Steve Amundson
“Beethoven’s Birthday”
Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020 • 2-4:30 p.m. St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Austin 306 2nd Street NW Austin, MN 55912 Featuring ASO Chorus (directed by Sonia Larson) and Horacio Nuguid, piano Choral Fantasy, Ludwig van Beethoven Requiem for the Living, Dan Forrest
“Chang and Brahms!”
Sunday, April 19, 2020 • 2-4:30 p.m. Knowlton Auditorium, Austin High School 301 3rd St. NW, Austin, MN 55912 Featuring Sarah Chang, Violin Violin Concerto in D Major, Johannes Brahms
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Austin Parks
Days get shorter and the temperatures get crisper, but that’s no reason to skip getting outdoors. With Austin’s 28 parks, filled with trails for walking or biking, it’s easy to skip away from work for awhile and enjoy the fall experience. Bustad Park .............................................Eighth St. and 14th Ave. SW Bandshell Community Park ..............Fourth St. and Ninth Place SW Cullen Park ..................Between 10th and 12th St. and 11th Ave. SW Decker Park ................................................19th St. and Sixth Ave. NE Driesner North .................................. Sixth St. and Oakland Place SE Driesner South ................................Eighth St. and Oakland Place NE East Side Lake .............................. Eighth Ave. and Oakland Place NE Galloway Park ....................................Eighth St. and Second Ave. SW Honor Guard Park........................................................... Eighth St. NE Horace Austin Park .......................................................North Main St. Jay C. Hormel Nature Center................................. 1304 21st St. NE Kaufman Park ..........................................Eighth St. and 11th Ave. SE Lafayette Park.............................. Eighth Ave. SE and South Main St. Lions Park ................................................................ Oakland Place NE
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Marcusen Baseball ...................... Eighth Ave. SE and South Main St. Murphy Creek ...................................... Seventh St. and 24th Ave. NW Northwest Park..........................................12th St. and 13th Ave. NW Orchard Creek ............................................ 26th St. and 16th Ave. SW Rotary Centennial Park .......... Main Street S. and Eighth Avenue SE Sherman Park .............................................4th St. and Sixth Ave. NW Shirley Theel Memorial Park ....................................... 400 25th St. SW South Grove............................................ 12th Ave. and Fourth Dr. SW Sterling Park .............................................. 17th St. and Fifth Ave. SW Sutton Park .............................................. 12th St. and Oakland Pl SE Todd Park..................................................... 11th St. and 21st Ave. NE Whittier Park ................................................... 7th St. and 3rd Ave. SE Wildwood Park ............................................First St. and 16th Ave. NE Worlein Park................................................................606 First Dr. NW
WALKING PATHS & BIKE TRAILS Shirley Theel Memorial Park Path was provided by the Austin Zontas and is located in southwest quadrant of the city. The path is .5 miles in length. Cedar River Bike Trail leaves Mill Pond Path and follows the scenic Cedar River, winding through Driesner Park and ending at the Bandshell Community Park/Skinner’s Hill. It is 2.1 miles in length. Mill Pond Path is a bike/walking trail which circles the beautiful Mill Pond, is located on North Main Street and is .88 miles in length. Todd Park Bike Trail is 2.4 miles in length and leaves from the Mill Pond Path. The trail then heads east along Eighth Avenue NE and continues north on a shady pathway to Todd Park. East Side Lake Bike Trail advances off the Mill Pond Path and follows Eighth Avenue NE to East Side Lake. The trail then continues around the lake and follows Oakland Avenue to Driesner Park where it connects to the Cedar River Trail. Wildwood Park Trail is 1.25 miles in length and proceeds from Todd Park following a scenic shaded trail behind the Hormel Corporate Office over Wolf Creek and ends at Wildwood Park.
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Visitors to Mower County Historical Society’s Harvest Festival take a horse-drawn wagon ride around the fairgrounds. Herald file photo
Fall at the Mower County Historical Society By Michael Stoll The Mower County Historical Society will be holding various events throughout the fall, both for fun and for fundraising. The MCHS will kick off the season with the Fall Harvest Celebration on Saturday, Sept. 28.
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“The event is a celebration of fall,” said MCHS Director Randy Forster. “We’re going to have wagon rides, horses, antique cars and a huge bake sale.” Most of the events will be held in the MCHS Ag Building, Forster said. The MCHS annual Vintage and Antique Sale will be held during the second weekend of October in the Pioneer Building. “We’re anticipating a lot of people bringing in antiques and collectables that we will be selling,” Forster said. “All of the proceeds from this fundraising event will go toward our Endowment Fund, so it helps make us more sustainable for the future. We’ve done it for the past several years and it has been a huge success. All of our funds raised have gone into our Endowment Fund from that particular event.” The last Lunchbox History Series talk will be held on Thursday, Oct. 24, with Jeff Anderson discussing the history of Anderson Memorials.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Sept. 28 . Fall Harvest Celebration, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 11 .. Antique and Vintage Sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 12 .. Antique and Vintage Sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 24 .. Lunchbox History Series: “The History of Anderson Memorials,” noon Dec. 13 .. Christmas in the County Pre-Sell Bake Sale, 3-5 p.m. Dec. 14 .. Christmas in the County, 11 a.m. to 4 pm.
“We’re really excited about that because that business has been around a long time,” Forster said. The last big event for the MCHS will be the annual Christmas in the County in December. The event will begin at 3 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13, with a bake sale. The main event will take place of Saturday, Dec. 14. “There will be wagon rides, horses, Santa and Mrs. Claus and lots of kids’ activities, as well as homemade chili,” Forster said. Visitors can also take the opportunity to see the new “Prehistoric Mower County-featuring the Maynard Green Collection” exhibit, which was unveiled just before the 2019 Mower County Fair. “The new exhibit has been phenomenal,” Forster said. “We had so many people visit us during the Fair and it was amazing to see all of the people who had a connection to Maynard Green or who had a connection to Grand Meadow and sort of knew about the Chert Quarry, but didn’t really know what it was all about.” “This is a permanent exhibit,” he added. “It will be the cornerstone of where we want our tours to start so you can get the feel for what Mower County was like before the settlers came in the 1850s. It’s cool that we have some artifacts and rocks that date back to 8,000-10,000 B.C.” For more information, call 507-437-6082.
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Reina del Cid returns to Austin with Caravan By Eric Johnson Don’t let the winter blues get you down, not when there are so many things happening at the Paramount Theatre. There are shows, plays, musical acts and a whole host of things that will keep you busy when the cold starts biting. And if you need a little bit more art in your life, head to Main Street and the Austin ArtWorks Center, where there will be art activities galore. Some of the big acts that are returning to Austin this year include Caravan du Nord, featuring Reina Del Cid, who visited Austin with the caravan in November 2015, along with Har Mar Superstar. Community favorite Tuba Christmas is back at the Paramount in December and popular visitors Simple Gifts with Billy
McLaughlin and Lori Line will return. Like we said, it’s going to be a busy fall and winter, so don’t miss a thing. For more information on any of these shows, $5 movies or any other event at the Paramount Theatre or Austin ArtWorks Center, visit www.austinareaarts.org
Reina Del Cid smiles during her performance at the Caravan Du Nord stop at the Paramount Theater in 2015. Herald file photo
October
Oct. 5 ......Caravan du Nord: Reina Del Sid, 7:30 p.m.
November
Nov. 9 .....Galactic Cowboy Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20 ...World Music: LADAMA Project, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 29 ...Jane Taylor Dance Nutcracker Ballet, 7 p.m.
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December
Dec. 6 ........ A CommUNITY Christmas, 7 p.m. Dec. 7 ........ TubaChristmas, 11 a.m. Dec. 8 ........ And Heaven and Nature Sing, 2 p.m. Dec. 10 ...... Lori Line, 30th Year Celebrating Christmas Dec. 15 ...... SimpleGifts with Billy McLaughlin Dec. 20-22 Matchbox Childrens Theatre presents “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.”
Support local, Eat. Drink. Shop. Austin worn by various business owners promoted the initiative, For those looking to support which helped call attention to local businesses, Austin is a hub the importance of supporting where your needs and wishes the local economy. can be met. To find more The commuinformation, nity encouragcheck out the es guests to Eat. Eat. Drink. Drink. Shop. Shop. Austin Austin, which Facebook is an initiative public group started to help page to get the encourage details on upshoppers to coming events support local celebrating businesses by local business spending monand economic ey with their development. town’s retailers. There, busiEat. Drink. nesses can proShop. Austin mote and share Lindsey Haney was kicked off what’s been in 2018, spearheaded by Lindhappening behind-the-scenes, sey Haney, owner of The Style and customers can see what all Lounge. A red t-shirt campaign there is to offer. By Hannah Yang
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Bruins celebrate 10 years By Rocky Hulne
The Robertson Cup has been dangling in front of the Austin Bruins ever since co-owner Craig Patrick brought the team to town 10 years ago. This season, he’s hoping the Bruins will finally get their time to shine in the limelight. Austin has reached the playoffs in seven of its first nine seasons and it has played in two Robertson Cup Finals, so Patrick has a good idea what a championship contender looks like. “With this being our 10th anniversary season, there is a lot of excitement and it’s a great year to win the cup,” Patrick
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AUSTIN BRUINS 2019-2020 SCHEDULE / HOME GAMES IN BOLD Sept. 27....................at Aberdeen Wings Sept. 28....................at Aberdeen Wings Oct. 4 ................ vs. Aberdeen Wings Oct 5 ................. vs. Aberdeen Wings Oct. 10............ at Minnesota Wilderness Oct. 12 ......vs. Minnesota Wilderness Oct. 18...................at Bismarck Bobcats Oct. 19...................at Bismarck Bobcats Oct. 23 ......vs. Minnesota Wilderness Oct. 25................... at Minot Minotauros Oct. 26......................at Minot Minotaurs Nov. 1 ...............at Minnesota Magicians Nov. 2 ........ vs. Minnesota Magicians Nov. 9 ............. at Minnesota Wilderness
Nov. 15.............. vs. Aberdeen Wings Nov. 16.............. vs. Aberdeen Wings Nov. 22....... vs. Minnesota Magicians Nov. 23 .............at Minnesota Magicians Nov. 27 ........... at Minnesota Wilderness Nov. 29......vs. Minnesota Wilderness Dec. 6 ...................at Brookings Blizzard Dec. 7 ...................at Brookings Blizzard Dec. 13 ............vs. Minot Minotauros Dec. 14 ............vs. Minot Minotauros Dec. 27 ........... at Minnesota Wilderness Dec. 28 ........... at Minnesota Wilderness Jan. 3 ....................at Bismarck Bobcats Jan. 4 ....................at Bismarck Bobcats
Jan. 9 ...................at Brookings Blizzard Jan. 10 .......... vs. Brookings Blizzard Jan. 11 .................at Brookings Blizzard Jan. 17 ..................... vs. Minotauros Jan. 18 ..................... vs. Mintoauros Jan. 24 ......................at Chippewa Steel Jan. 25 ......................at Chippewa Steel Jan. 31 .................. at Minot Minotauros Feb. 1 ............................... at Minotauros Feb. 7............ vs. Brookings Blizzard Feb. 8..............vs. Bismarck Bobcats Feb. 14 ............vs. Bismarck Bobcats Feb. 15 .............vs Bismarck Bobcats Feb. 21 .....................at Aberdeen Wings
Feb. 22 .....................at Aberdeen Wings Feb. 28 ............vs. Bismarck Bobcats Feb. 29 ............vs. Bismarck Bobcats March 6 .............. vs. Chippewa Steel March 7 .............. vs. Chippewa Steel March 13 .........vs. Minot Minotauros March 14 .........vs. Minot Minotauros March 20 ..................at Minot Mintauros March 21 ..................at Minot Mintauros March 25 ....... vs. Brookings Blizzard March 27 ...............at Bismarck Bobcats March 28 ...............at Bismarck Bobcats April 3 .............vs. Bismarck Bobcats April 4 .............vs. Bismarck Bobcats
said. “We’re going to have a lot of experience on our team and we have very high expectations. Experience generally helps in this league.” Head coach Steve Howard returns for his third season with the Bruins. He has led Austin to two straight playoff appearances. The Bruins also have two new coaches in Keegan Asmundson, who played goalie in Austin’s first ever game, and Tony Orlando. “Kenny is a great skill developer and Keegan is a great guy and a great coach as well,” Patrick said. Bruins fans will notice a few additions to the gameday experience this winter as the team is making a change with its light show and is looking to show replays on the video board this year. Patrick said the Bruins are also looking to stay involved in the community. “We’re looking to do good in the surrounding area,” he said. “We’re looking forward to getting the year started.”
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Rendezvous with history at Big Island By Michael Stoll The 33rd annual Big Island Rendezvous will be open to the public from Oct. 5-6 (with education days Oct. 3-4) at Bancroft Bay Park in Albert Lea. This annual living history event, held the first Saturday and Sunday of October, offers visitors a variety of entertainment, arts and crafts, food and children’s activities. “The park will be filled with cowboys, fur traders, entertainers strolling through 200 camps and tents bringing the American lifestyle of the 1600s- 1800s alive,” said organizer Perry Vining. “The sound of black powder muskets competing at the range and the smell of campfires immerse the visitors in a way that they will never forget.” Several new attractions will be featured this year. “We have some new traders this fall to share American history,” Vining said. “From Nebraska, Brian Johnson will be creating iron-
Photo by Jacquelyn Fleischer work that everyone can admire and take home to enjoy for years to come. We also have Doug Van Beek, who teaches the process of cooking in clay as well as the process of making cooking pots. He does not use modern flameware to create his pots, as he believes in as much authenticity as possible.” Returning favorites include the live cannon demonstrations by the New Ulm Battery, held three times per day. President Abraham
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Lincoln and Benjamin and Deborah Franklin will also be returning. Stage entertainment will be held throughout the festival with performers coming from as far away as Texas and Wyoming. Performers include: •Alan Munde Trio •Roe Family Singers •Howard Rains and Tricia Spencer •Wild Goose Chase Cloggers – (Oct. 6 only)
•Sister Tree •Strangebyrds •Sharon Martinson •DD and Rosco •Kimmel/Coyle And of course, don’t forget the food. “Frybread, BBQ ribs, pork chop on a stick, turkey legs, funnel cakes, Greek sandwiches, homemade root beer, buffalo burgers and stew and the famous kettle korn by the Knight of Columbus … you now have a wonderful atmosphere for the family,” Vining said. Gates open at 9 a.m. each day. Tickets are $14 for adults, $8 for ages 6-11 and free for kids 5 and under. Family passes can be purchased for $30. Discount tickets and family passes may be purchased in advance by calling the Freeborn County Area Chamber of Commerce in Albert Lea at 1800-658-2526. For more information, visit www.bigislandfestivalandbbq. org/Rendezvous/rendezvous. htm.
Experience the world of Spam When the winter winds come howling, some people may be less inclined to get outside. For those who are nature enthusiasts, there are places like the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center and a variety of parks and state parks around the area. But for those who like their meat in a can and the history behind it — there is the Spam Museum. The museum dedicated to Hormel Food Corporation’s Spam, complete with free admission, not only offers the story of the famed canned pork, but it also establishes its part in history. Throughout the museum are interactive exhibits that make this a family destination of fun. For more information visit www.spam. com/museum.
Visit the Spam Museum Hours
September •10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday-Saturday •11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday October-April •10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Saturday •11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday Closed Mondays in January and February.
Shop Hours May-September •9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday-Saturday •11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday Holidays closed: New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
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Tour of color By Rocky Hulne
When green turns to gold and brown, a new season has come. There is no better time to get out and watch the colors change in Minnesota than September and October. From Lanesboro to Myhre Island Big Island State Park, there are plenty of places to watch the colors change in southeast Minnesota. If you want to venture a little bit further, Red Wing, Winona and Duluth all offer strong views as the thick forests spread northward. Along the way of touring, you’re likely to find many festivities and get togethers throughout the state. Alyssa Hayes of Explore Minnesota said there is no better time to get up and get moving than in the fall. “It’s incredible to just see the stuff come through in real time
and you can see where the colors are peaking,” Hayes said.
EXPLORING THE STATE
A simple visit to exploreminnesota.com will put any leaf looker on the path to a splendid view. The website gives visitors suggestions of where to stay, where to eat, festivals to attend and what to do when on the road throughout the state. The site offers the best guide as to what to do in what region, and for those who can’t travel, you may check out #ONLYINMN to view the colors of all seasons from around the state. If you feel like traveling, you can use that hasthtag to share your own photos of the season. Earlier this month, Explore Minnesota activated its Fall Color Finder. To get an idea on where to find the colors, visit www.dnr.state. mn.us/fall_colors/index.html
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A colorful and vibrant photo showcasing the beauty of fall in Minnesota. The shot was captured at the Jay Cooke State Park in northern Minnesota. The reflection is captured in the St. Louis River that eventually runs into Lake Superior. Photo by William Wensel, Explore Minnesota
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Season of Fun
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Explore our neighbors to the south for fall and winter destinations
During the final months of the year, people will not lack for things to do and experience. But should you want a little bit more of an adventure, don’t look any further than northeast Iowa. Halloween hikes, art and craft shows, Christmas music and even a little bit of bluegrass awaits you in Iowa.
October
•Oct. 2-4: Halloween Hikes, Hartman Reserve Nature Center, Cedar Falls •Oct. 5-6: Fall Art and Craft Festival, McGregor
November
•Nov. 9-10: Holiday Arts Festival, Waterloo •Nov. 29: Sixth annual BMAI Thanksgiving Weekend Bluegrass Festival, Cedar Falls. •Nov. 29-30: Holiday Shop Hop, Monona
December
•Dec. 5: Christmas Window Walk and Static Christmas Parade, Manchester •Dec. 6-7: Festival of Trees, McGregor •Dec. 7: Norwegian Christmas, Decorah
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