OWATONNA, MN, February 15, 2022 – Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), in partnership with regional hardware stores, will be accepting applications for free paint and coating products for community mural, community welcome sign or historic structure projects through its Paint the Town Grant program. This grant opportunity is available to communities with a … [Read more...]
Live Jam in Harmony, a celebration of local music!
The City of Harmony Arts Board is hosting a live local music event on Saturday, February 19, from 7-10 p.m. at the Harmony Golf Course clubhouse, 535 4th St. NE in Harmony. Admission by freewill donation. Six musicians, individuals and groups are scheduled: Tim Little, Matthew Patterson, Cindy Seabright, Never Wreck (a high school group with members from Harmony and … [Read more...]
Bright Light Stories in the Night contest winners
Southeastern Minnesota Poets is pleased to announce the winners of the Bright Light Stories in the Night Poetry and Illustration Contest. Selected poems will be illustrated by selected artists for an e-chapbook to be presented at a family-friendly virtual reading on March 4, 2022, at 7 p.m. Poetry winners • James Armstrong, Solstice 2020, Winona • D.E. Green, Frost in May, … [Read more...]
Peering at the Past Carrying lunch pails, they traveled by buggy, bus or train – even on foot
It was a black covered wagon, with curtains on the sides, that was pulled by a horse. For seating, there were benches on each side of the wagon. Small passengers entered by way of two steps leading to the back door. It was the first school bus for the Houston public school – maybe the first such education transportation in Minnesota, surmised Ingrid Julsrud, who was one of 15 … [Read more...]
SEMAC announces March 1 grant application deadline
The Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council announces a call for arts programming proposals by nonprofit organizations. All proposed projects must begin no earlier than May 1, 2022, and be completed within 12 months, culminating with a capstone event that is accessible and open to the public. Online applications are available now with a March 1, 2022 submission deadline. SEMAC, … [Read more...]
Hygge event to be held February 12
The Norwegian Ridge Birding and Nature Trails is hosting a Hygge event. Are you trying to stay warm this winter? Would you like to be part of some great conversation? Come to a Hygge (say hYOO guh or HEU-gah) on Saturday, February 12, anytime between 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Sugar Shack located at 17987 County 27, Spring Grove, Minn. The Sugar Shack is behind Lane and Mary … [Read more...]
Legacy Amendment supports $6,193,687 in large grants to history organizations across Minnesota
The Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS) is pleased to announce the newest recipients of Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Grants, 56 large grants (over $10,000) totaling $6,193,687 in 19 counties. Large grants are awarded annually to help nonprofits, educational organizations, government units and federally recognized tribes to preserve and share Minnesota history. … [Read more...]
Local high school student artists to display work in Lanesboro Arts annual high school art show
LANESBORO, MN – Lanesboro Arts is proud to present the Annual Juried High School Art Show from January 8-23, showcasing artworks by 9-12th grade students from Chatfield, Fillmore Central, Lanesboro, and Rushford-Peterson High Schools. The show features a variety of art projects, including those in ceramics, acrylics, pastels, ink, pencil, photography, and mixed media … [Read more...]
Valley Design’s Sharing Tree fundraiser delivers gifts and food for 15th year
Celebrating the season of giving, Valley Design employees posed before a collection of food and gift donations to be given to area families in need. The Sharing Tree fundraiser acquires donations throughout the year to support the Fillmore County Food Shelf and other charities. This time of year they process the bulk of their giving, including delivering over 5,000 pounds … [Read more...]
Lanesboro Class of 1976 reunion
On October 16, 2021, a 45-year class reunion of the Lanesboro graduating class of 1976 was held at the Lanesboro Golf Course. A delicious meal was served by Bill and Denise Hanson, followed by dancing with DJ Dewy. The classmates attending were, left to right, top photo: Cindy (Sveen) Johnson, Debbie (Dollar) Hornby, Brenda (Qualy) LaFleur, Kathy (Borgen) Wade, Karen (Hanson) … [Read more...]