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The Lanesboro Area Art Trail is an amazing chance to get into some of Lanesboro’s finest artists studios. Get a behind the scenes look at how some of the best artists in the Driftless do their work. There are three of these weekends every fall and it’s worth it to do at least one, but I'd recommend all three to watch how their work progresses over the season. Aug. 18-19 is the first one, and then again Sep. 15-16 and Oct. 6-7. Studios are open from 10 to 5 each day.
Lanesboro Arts is proud to present award winning dancer Sachiko “La Chayí” and Twin Cities Flamenco Collective in “A Night In Andalusia'' on Friday, Aug. 18, at 7 p.m. at the St. Mane Theatre in downtown Lanesboro. Described by dance critic Linda Shapiro in the Pioneer Press as “Flamenco dynamo Sachiko,” McKnight Dancer Fellow Sachiko “La Chayí” and Twin Cities Flamenco Collective invite audiences to join their Southern Spanish tablao-style Flamenco which celebrates the Gitano spirit. The show features internationally recognized guest artists, festero Javier Heredia (Seville, Spain), dancer La Rhina (Seville, Spain), and guitarist Kris Hill “El Cuervo” (Phoenix, AZ). General Admission tickets are $25 and $22 dollars for Lanesboro Arts members.
Fur and Feathers is the next show at Lanesboro Arts Gallery, Julie Fakler paints vibrant one-of-a-kind domestic animal portraits. The show will feature over 20 of these portraits and kicks off with a demonstration of her techniques, from 2-5 p.m. followed by an Artists Reception from 6 to 8 p.m. with live music and light refreshments on Saturday, Aug. 19.
Join local artist Lynn Susag for The Art of Paper Cutting to practice the fundamental skills of paper cutting! Create your own paper artwork in this adult-level class (suitable for ages 18 and up). The class will take place from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 21, in the second-floor studio at the St. Mane Theatre. Lynn will give a demonstration and explanation of how to follow a paper cutting pattern, before turning the class loose to snip, trim and unfold their way through delightfully simple yet stunning designs. All participants will go home with a cut-paper masterpiece or two, as well as patterns to continue practicing at home! This class is a FREE art-making opportunity! However, pre-registration is strongly encouraged. All necessary supplies will be provided. Register for Paper Cutting at https://lanesboroarts.org/calendar/learn-the-art-of-paper-cutting/
Surprise Sculpture has provided free arts education opportunities for local students each summer. Lanesboro Arts staff and volunteers lead participants in constructing large-scale, site-specific sculptures for public spaces using a mixture of upcycled, recycled and fine art materials. Surprise Sculpture is held every other Tuesday from 1 to 3 p.m. in the second floor studio space at the St. Mane Theatre. This year help celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Lanesboro Arts Gallery by completing a series of 30th Anniversary themed art projects! The next Surprise Sculpture will be on Tuesday, Aug. 22.
Open Studio Hour at Lanesboro Arts is for ages 12-17! Attendees are welcome to use its space and materials (or bring your own). With the help and supervision of Lanesboro Arts staff, young artists can follow their creative curiosity wherever it may lead. This is a free open studio for artists and friends to create whatever and however they want! Open Studio is held every other Tuesday from 3 to 5 p.m., right after Surprise Sculpture! No registration or participation fee is required for either Surprise Sculpture or Open Studio. The next Open Studio will be on Tuesday, Aug. 22.
Rescheduled: Improvisational Quilting as Stitching Identity. On Saturday, Aug. 26, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. join Sophia Munic at Cheryl's Fabric Garden to learn how she uses improvised quilting to examine how we stitch together our identities. Sewing experience is suggested and it’s asked that you bring a sewing machine. This event is free, but limited in capacity, so registration is required.
“Women in Jeopardy” by Wendy MacLeod is now showing at the Commonweal Theatre. This show is a hoot! It’s Murder She Wrote meets Sex and the City. Best friends Mary, Jo and Liz are single, divorced and loving it. But danger looms when Liz starts dating an unhinged dentist, Nancy Drew inspired mysteries and bawdy hilarity ensues. And Deathtrap has only a few shows left! If you have yet seen this thrilling ride filled with twists and turns, run, don't walk to the Commonweal Box Office and get your tickets today! Desperate for a hit, a washed-up playwright will do anything to resuscitate his dying career. This devilishly clever thriller will have you on the edge of your till the final bow. Monday performances are up and running, so there’s even more options to catch a show.
Coming Soon: "Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde" Previews begin Aug. 26! On the fog-bound streets of London, Dr. Henry Jekyll conducts mysterious experiments that unleash a shadow self—Edward Hyde. He’s an eerily endearing brute who’s unafraid to pursue his basest desires. When Hyde falls in love with a young chambermaid, Jekyll fears for her life and decides to end his experiments. But is it too late? Thus begins a savage game of cat-and-mouse, leaving a trail of mayhem in its wake. Commonweal favorite Jeffrey Hatcher reimagines this classic tale of horror that probes the nature of humanity and oozes with suspense. DON’T forget- Commonweal offers the Burro Biz discount to anyone who works in Lanesboro - Free tickets to any preview. This show is going to be a doozy so if you work at one of Lanesboros businesses, you don’t want to miss this free opportunity. AND of course there’s always FREE County night, which for "Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde" is Aug. 31. Any residents or employees of Fillmore and Houston Counties can see that performance for free. And if you can’t make free county night or any of the previews, there’s always Pay What You Can night, on Thursday, Sept. 7. For all of these special offers, and/or for more information, call the Commonweal Box office today!
Eagle Bluff Summer High Ropes Challenge opportunities take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. every Saturday in Aug. Buy tickets in advance on eaglebluff.org/events. Maneuver 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cables, ropes and log events! Do this all while enjoying the best view of southeastern Minnesota!
The International Owl Center in Houston is one of the best attractions. The staff knows what they are talking about, and the live owl shows are awesome! They are open Friday-Monday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with programs at 11, 1 and 3.
Farmers Market is open every Saturday morning, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., in Sylvan Park, from now through October. Find produce, baked goods, plants, canned goods and so much more!
Have you been to Summer Sundays at Sylvan Brewing yet?! No?!? Why not?!? Everyone is there, it’s a real party. Jason and James of Spartz Electric will be charging you up at Sylvan Brewing with a fun blend of original roots-rock and Americana music on Sunday, Aug. 20, and we round out the month with the Rhubarb Man Himself, Tom Schramm on Sunday, Aug. 27. After that, there’s only one big Sunday left. Bring a friend, have a couple drinks, and enjoy an afternoon in Lanesboro! Jokes on Tap returns on Friday, Aug. 25! Join us in the taproom with comics Ryan Stock & Andy Holt hosting open mic night on the last Friday of each month! Ryan & Andy bring in comics from the region to showcase their talents and try out new material.
The Lanesboro Barn Dance returns to town at the Sons of Norway Hall on Saturday, Aug. 19! It will be a raucous square dance that’s still fun for the whole family. Live music and live calling make for a fun, interactive night of dance and fun from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Admission is $8. Caller is Robin Nelson with music by Teresa & Eric Lind and Bob Bovee.
As the sun sets a little earlier, and the crisp hints of fall around the corner, there’s something special about catching a performance on the patio at the High Court Pub. Music Savant Ryan Howe will be getting you on your feet on Friday, Aug. 18, with energetic multi-interstramental covers and originals. And Mike Munson returns for masterful slide guitar blues on Saturday, Aug. 19.
We are knee deep into Augy-doggy with Tuesday Trivia at the High Court Pub. Wyatt strikes back on Aug. 22 with The Disney Empire – which includes this reference. (Imperial march begins). Travel the globe with us on Aug. 29 with Around the world in 30 (ish) questions. My guess is it’s 31. 31 questions.
Hops Harvesting has never been as fun as it is at Karst Brewing in Fountain during Pickin’ and Grillin! Sunday, Aug. 27, from 3 to 5 p.m. with a picking contest at 4 p.m. There will be local, all-beef Sass hot dogs provided. And don’t miss Twisted Barrel Wood Fire Pizza, being served on Friday, Aug. 25, Friday, Sep. 29, and Friday, Oct. 20. Bingo is held every first and third Thursday of the month and Trivia the second and fourth. Bingo is tonight Aug. 17, and Trivia is Thursday, Aug. 24
Remember to swing by Granny’s Liquor every Saturday from 12 to 3 p.m. for a Complimentary Tasting.
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