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St. Cloud State University's Journey Across the World
2025-11-05 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain Street, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
Come and experience the diverse cultures of St. Cloud through song, dance, and skits in a one night only showcase from St. Cloud State University students.

History Unboxed: Healing Histories
2025-11-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Stearns History Museum, 235 33rd Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
The Stearns History Museum is presenting the program HEALING HISTORIES on Thursday, November 6th.
Presented in collaboration with CentraCare, the program explores the history of health care in our community. It includes an interactive look at medical artifacts, archival records, and historical innovations.
The event is free for all. Registration in advance is required to attend.

WNBA Discussion
2025-11-07 09:30 - 11:00 | St. Cloud State University Centennial Hall, 201 8th St S, St. Cloud, Minnesota, 56301
Are you following the current controversy in the WNBA?
Learn more about it with a fast-paced, accessible look at the economic forces shaping the WNBA — from player salaries and collective bargaining to a local Minnesota Lynx player’s role in a growing labor movement. With controversy brewing and negotiations getting tense, this talk dives into the numbers, podcasts and other new revenue streams, growing pains and the future of women’s professional basketball.
This event is free and open to the public.
The session is presented by King Banaian and Lynn MacDonald

Breakfast Club: Linden Hill Historic Estate
2025-11-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Stearns History Museum, 235 33rd Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
The Stearns History Museum is continuing the Breakfast Club series with a program focused on the LINDEN HILL HISTORIC ESTAT
The event is free for museum members and there is a small entry fee for non-members.

Hops and History: History of the Fergus Falls State Hospital
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Bad Habit Brewing, 25 College Ave N, St. Joseph, Minnesota, 56374
Stearns History Museum continues their Hops and History series with Bad Habit Brewing by welcoming Chris Schuelke, the executive director of Ottertail Historical Society, to talk about the history of Minnesota’s most famous state hospital.
Fergus Falls State Hospital opened in 1980 with the specific goal of alleviating overcrowding issues at other area hospitals
The event is free for members of Stearns History Museum and $10 for non-members.

Stearns History Museum presents Our Region's Natural Parks and Trails
2025-12-10 09:00 - 10:30 | Stearns History Museum, 235 33rd Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
The Stearns History Museum is presenting the program Our Region’s Natural Parks and Trails on Wednesday, December 10th. The event is part of the Breakfast Club series and begins at 9:00 AM.

Charlotte Stephens Eve and Gary Wallinga will be on hand to discuss three decades of preservation work by the National Parks and Trails Coalition.

The event is free Stearns History Museum members, and there is an admission price for non-members.

30th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration
2025-12-13 16:00 - 20:00 | Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School, 901 1st St. South, Sauk Rapids, MN, 56379
The annual St. Cloud Area Kwanzaa Celebration will be held at Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School on Saturday, December 13th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Attendees are asked to register in advance to help the organizers plan the event.
This is a community celebration of African American culture with welcomes, performances and school and community recognitions. Dinner, toys and other gifts will be shared following these activities.
The event is free thanks to the generosity of many community members and sponsors including African American Male Forum; City of St. Cloud, Diggin’ Diversity Club – Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School; herARTS in Action; Higher Works Collaborative; NAACP, St. Cloud Branch; Optimist Club; St. Cloud Financial Credit Union; St. Cloud State University; Time to Evolve Coalition; United Way of Central Minnesota; Whitney Senior Center; Yiran African Arts; YouthSet, and many more.

St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra: Children's Holiday Concert
2025-12-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Ritsche Auditorium, Stewart Hall, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
Conductor Kornel Thomas leads the St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra in a selection of holiday-themed pieces.
The program includes the following:
Carillon from L’Arlésienne Suite No. 1
Georges Bizet
Combined Carols
Rebecca Clark
Minuetto L’Arlésienne Suite No. 1
Georges Bizet
Mutations from Bach
Samuel Barber
Pastorale from L’Arlésienne Suite No. 2
Georges Bizet
A Christmas Festival
Leroy Anderson
Farandole L’Arlésienne Suite No. 2
Georges Bizet
Sleigh Ride
Leroy Anderson

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Candlelight Hikes: First Day Hike
2026-01-01 16:30 - 19:00 | Forestville Mystery Cave State Park, Preston, MN, 55965
Half the Park is After Dark!
Kick off the New Year with an adventure under Southeast Minnesota’s best night skies. Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park is one of the rare places where the Milky Way still shines bright.
Wander at your own pace beneath star – filled skies on a self-guided walk past Historic Forestville and along the South Branch Root River. Telescope viewing and stargazing opportunities will help you get an up-close look at the wonders overhead.
Warm up by the fire at the picnic shelter with hot beverages and cookies. Bring your curiosity, your red light flashlight and a sense of adventure – your New Year begins under the stars!
A vehicle permit is required for this event. Traction devices are recommended as trails can be icy.

Meet at the picnic shelter.

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Candlelight Hikes: Luce Line State Trail Candlelight Walk
2026-01-02 17:00 - 20:00 | Luce Line State Trail, Hutchinson, MN, 55350
This candlelight walk is on the trail section between Vicksburg Lane and Hwy 101.
Winter wonderland and flickering candles come together for a magical experience on the Luce Line State Trail during the candlelight hike! This self-guided, self-paced trail is two miles round trip, out and back. Refreshments will be at the east end of the candle lit portion near Vicksburg Lane.
Park at Wayzata Gleason Elementary School, 210 County Road 101 North, Plymouth. Get directions from Google.
Weather conditions are variable, so bring warm winter clothes and sturdy boots. Ice traction devices are always recommended when walking in winter.
No registration required. Leashed dogs are welcome.
651-677-8483. Clara.Brown@state.mn.us.

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Candlelight Hike: Lac qui Parle State Park Candlelight Hike
2026-01-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Lac qui Parle State Park, 14047 20th St NW, Watson, MN, 56295
Drop by any time between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm for hiking as stars twinkle overhead and candles flicker in the snow.
The .8-mile trail starts at Group Camp 2 and ends at the historic warming shelter and is suitable for beginner-level hikers of all ages.
The evening wraps up with a cup of hot cocoa near a crackling bonfire.
Save time: Get vehicle permits and ski passes online before you go

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Candlelight Hike: Lantern Light Event
2026-01-10 17:00 - 19:30 | Itasca State Park, 36750 Main Pk Dr, Park Rapids, MN, 56470
Bundle up to walk, snowshoe, or ski and let the glow of candlelight guide you through towering pines of Itasca State Park under a starry night sky. The lantern-lit trail will begin and end at the Forest Inn. Warm up by a campfire placed at the mid-point of the trail before heading back to the Forest Inn, where we invite you to gather outside on the heated patio or inside to enjoy live music. Check back here for more trail details closer to the event.
RENTALS … When snow conditions allow, skis and snowshoes can be rented from Itasca Sports. Adult and youth sizes available. Located inside the Forest Inn. Visit www.itascasports.com for more information.
A Minnesota state parks vehicle permit is required on all vehicles in the park. A Minnesota Ski Pass is required for all skiers over 16 years old. Purchase permits and passes at the Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center during business hours or purchase them online in advance. Pets are not allowed on groomed ski trails or inside park buildings.

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Candlelight Hike: Gateway State Trail Candlelight Walk
2026-01-23 17:00 - 20:00 | Gateway State Trail, St. Paul, MN
This walk along Gateway State Trail will be lit with hundreds of candle luminaries – from near Wildwood Elementary school to one mile down the trail (roundtrip will be a 2 mile walk).
Enjoy bonfires for warmth and roasting marshmallows on both ends of the lit trail section; hot chocolate, cider and marshmallows will be available at the Stillwater Rd end.
Come and enjoy a walk along this Minnesota State Trail! Leashed dogs are welcome. Ice traction devices are always recommended when walking in winter.

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Candlelight Hike: Candlelight Event
2026-01-24 17:30 - 20:30 | Nerstrand Big Woods State Park, 9700 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN, 55053
Grab your warmest winter boots and snowshoes to experience the beauty of Nerstrand Big Woods State Park by candlelight! Complete your night by warming up next to a bonfire with some hot chocolate or cider provided by the Friends of Nerstrand Big Woods State Park.
A limited number of snowshoes are available to rent on a first come-first served basis. This event is held outside, so dress for winter weather. Extreme cold or unsafe weather may lead to the cancelation of this event.
The event is free to attend, but a vehicle permit is required for all motor vehicles entering the park.

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Candlelight Hike: Fort Ridgely Candlelight Hike
2026-01-31 17:00 - 20:00 | Fort Ridgely State Park, 72158 County Road 30, Fairfax, MN, 55332
Fort Ridgely will hold its annual Candlelight Hike on January 31, 2026.
As conditions allow, two looped trails will be open – one hilly and 1 mile in length, the second flatter and .75 mile in length.
Snowshoers and skiers are welcome to bring their own equipment. Hot cocoa will be available at the chalet. The main trails start at the chalet, but if parking fills up there please park at the picnic area.
If wind chills are forecasted at -15 degrees or below, or if trail conditions are too icy, the hike will be canceled.

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Candlelight Hike: Glow in the Snow Candlelight Snowshoe
2026-01-31 17:30 - 20:00 | Lake Bemidji State Park, 3401 State Park Road Northeast, Bemidji, MN, 56601
Step into a winter wonderland and experience the magic of the season guided along a trail lined with flickering luminaries as you snowshoe through quiet woods and sparkling snow. Come enjoy the peaceful beauty of a winter night.
Stop by the Lavinia Group Camp to warm up around a cozy campfire and at the Visitor Center for live music, hot cocoa and other refreshments.
Bring your own snowshoes or a limited quantity will be available to rent at the park office at $6 per pair.
Embrace the magic of the season on this unforgettable evening!
All vehicles entering the park need a valid Minnesota State Park vehicle permit

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Candlelight Hike: Camden State Park Candlelight Hike
2026-01-31 17:30 - 20:00 | Camden State Park, 1897 Camden Park Road, Lynd, MN, 56157
Come enjoy a magical winter night under the moon and stars at Camden State Park. Let the glow of hundreds of luminaries guide you on a 1-mile snow covered path through the trees. Then stop by the North Picnic Shelter to grab a cup of hot cocoa and a cookie while soaking up the warmth of a crackling campfire. Free-will donations go to support the Friends of Camden group.
Dressing in layers and sturdy boots is recommended. If snow conditions allow, bring your snowshoes. A limited number of snowshoes will be available for rent at the park office.
Event will begin at the Beach Parking Lot. Park Staff will be present to direct you.

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Candlelight Hike: Candlelight Event
2026-01-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Lake Carlos State Park, 2601 County Road 38 Northeast, Carlos, MN, 56319
Come enjoy an evening in the Lake Carlos State Park by candlelight and moonlight. Walk the trail where you will be guided by the full moon, candles and lanterns. Then come warm up by the wood stove or enjoy snacks and refreshments in the Lakeview warming shelter.

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Candlelight Hike: Candlelight Hike & Ski at Frontenac State Park
2026-01-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Frontenac State Park, 29223 County 28 Boulevard, Frontenac, MN, 55026
Come enjoy an evening in the park by candlelight! Snowshoe, ski, or hike the trail along the bluff top with beautiful views of the Mississippi River Valley, lit by dozens of luminaries and the light of the full moon. Warm up at campfires at either end of the trail or enjoy some light refreshments by the wood stove in the warming shelter.
Refreshments provided by the Frontenac State Park Association volunteer group.
Vehicles entering the park are required to have a State Park vehicle permit. Skiers 16 and older will need a MN Ski Pass to participate. Ski passes are $10 for a day pass, $25 for the year, or $70 for three years. A limited number of snowshoes will also be available for rent for $6 per pair.

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Candlelight Hike: Candlelight Event
2026-01-31 18:00 - 21:30 | Mille Lacs Kathio State Park, 15066 Kathio State Park Road, Onamia, MN, 56359
Enjoy snowshoeing (skiing or hiking if conditions permit) by the light the moon, with candle luminaries to help guide the way.
Trails start at the Interpretive/Visitor Center but will be determined closer to the event date.
Traditional snowshoes will be available for free use at the Visitor Center. Snowshoe and ski rental is also available at the Ranger Station for a fee. All is on a first-come, first-served basis.
After exploring the trails, visitors can warm up near a crackling bonfire while they enjoy hot cider and cookies at the Visitor Center.
Note that severe weather, poor snow conditions, or other factors may cause this event to be changed or canceled.

This event is co-sponsored by the Natural Resource Club of Central Lakes College.

2026-02-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Great River Regional Library, 1300 West St. Germain Street, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
This performance blends music and storytelling to explore the historical, modern, and mythic West.
Traveling across America, Kerry Grombacher draws inspiration from the landscapes and cultures he encounters, transforming them into songs and tales that celebrate the West’s people and traditions.
For all ages.
This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment.

Images of America: St. Cloud
2026-02-11 09:00 - 10:30 | Stearns History Museum, 235 33rd Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
Stearns History Museum presents the program IMAGES OF AMERICA: ST. CLOUD. The event is part of the Breakfast Club series.
Stearns History Museum Librarian Miranda Stueckrath and Archivist Grant Wilson will be on hand to discuss their forthcoming book that features photos of historic St. Cloud drawn from the museum’s enormous collection.

St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra presents "Storytime"
2026-02-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Ritsche Auditorium, Stewart Hall, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
The St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra invites everyone to join them for an afternoon of wonderful music that’s perfect for the whole family.
“Storytime” is a concert featuring the following:
Prelude from Hansel and Gretel
Engelbert Humperdinck
Peter and the Wolf
Sergei Prokofiev
Brandon Anderson, narrator
Witch’s Ride from Hansel and Gretel
Engelbert Humperdinck
The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra
Benjamin Britten
Dr. Gregory Tomso, narrator

The concert begins at 3:00 p.m. and there will be a pre-concert talk at 2:00 p.m.

Proofs, Tangents, and Echoes: Works by Sonja Thomsen
2026-02-26 - 2026-04-01 | Kiehle Visual Arts Center, 580 1st Ave S, St. Cloud, MN, 56301
Sonja Thomsen works in photography, sculpture, collage and light-based installation. With a background in both biology and studio art, and a deep interest in physics, her art practice uses light as a means to time travel—creating speculative collaborations with overlooked women photographers from the Bauhaus and Black Mountain College.
Gallery hours are Monday and Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

The Pandolfo Experience
2026-03-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Stearns History Museum, 235 33rd Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
This hands-on program allows participants to explore original materials in the museum’s archives to learn more about Samuel Pandolfo, the notorious St. Cloud entrepreneur who started the Pan Motor Car Company.

Mystery Author Panel
2026-03-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Great River Regional Library, 1300 West St. Germain Street, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
Get ready for a thrilling hour with bestselling mystery mavens Shannon Baker, Erica Ruth Neubauer, Jess Lourey, and Kristi Belcamino!
From heart-pounding thrillers to historical whodun-its , these award winning authors will pull back their curtain on how they build twists, tension, and unforgettable characters.
You’ll leave inspired , with fresh writing ideas and insider tips on storytelling and publishing. For mystery lovers, aspiring authors, and whoever can’t resist a good cliffhanger!

Project 37: Battle of the Bands
2026-04-01 18:30 - 21:00 | Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain Street, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
The Interact Club of St. Cloud Crush presents the second annual Battle of the Bands event featuring local high school and middle school musicians! The Interact is partnering with local music non-profit, Project 37, to fundraise for their all-ages and sober music venue and community space! Proceeds from this event will support Project 37 in their mission to provide safe and sober spaces for all ages to enjoy and perform music.
The Interact Club of St. Cloud Crush presents the second annual Battle of the Bands event featuring local high school and middle school musicians! The evening will also feature a set by local favorites Slip Twister. The Interact is partnering with local music non-profit, Project 37, to fundraise for their all-ages and sober music venue and community space! Proceeds from this event will support Project 37 in their mission to provide safe and sober spaces for all ages to enjoy and perform music.

Growing Our Regional Food Leadership: A Conversation on Community, Capacity & Funding
2026-04-07 16:00 - 18:00
Community members across the region are invited to attend Growing Our Regional Food Leadership: A Conversation on Community, Capacity & Funding, a hybrid event taking place Tuesday, April 7th from 4:00–6:00 p.m.
This gathering will be hosted simultaneously at five regional site locations:

Morris Public Library, 102 E 6th St, Morris
Family Service Center, Room 8, 715 11th St N, Moorhead
Sourcewell Office, 202 12th St NE, Staples
Stearns County Service Center, Room 1104C/D, 3301 County Road 138, Waite Park
Otter Tail County Government Services Center, Dead Lake Room, 560 Fir Ave W, Fergus Falls

Participants are encouraged to attend the site nearest to them to connect in person with others in their community. A virtual option will also be available. In the event of inclement weather, the event will transition to a fully virtual format.
The event is designed for farmers, nonprofit leaders, economic development professionals, educators, advocates, and residents who care about strengthening the regional food system.
Attendees will:

Learn about the Food Council’s role in advancing regional food system priorities
Explore how community members can shape future initiatives
Brainstorm ways that Climate Smart Food Systems funding could be used in our region
Receive a sneak preview of an upcoming capacity-building training series focused on using AI tools to identify funding opportunities and support grant writing
Build connections with others committed to resilient local food systems

The session is interactive, accessible, and designed for participants of all experience levels. No background in AI or grant writing is required.
The Food Council is currently welcoming new members and partners. This event offers an opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and explore how to get involved.
Please register for the event by March 31. If you register for one of the five in-person meeting locations, a complimentary light supper will be provided.
To register, visit the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/PWTfmYxUTwCL6fhOV7FVjA#/registration

Author Talk - Liz Fielder Mergen: Flowers Bloom Anyway Book Launch In-Person
2026-04-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Great River Regional Library, 1300 West St. Germain Street, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
The day after she buried her husband, Dr. Liz Fiedler Mergen found out she was pregnant and realized the hardest truth of all: Nobody was coming to save her. Liz’s newly released memoir, Flowers Bloom Anyway: Rebuilding a Life You Didn’t Choose, is about grieving messy, living loud, telling the truth even when it hurts, and planting beauty anyway.
Join the Great River Regional Library for a special author reading and conversation with Dr. Liz Fiedler Mergen, a Central Minnesota memoir author, nurse practitioner, and owner of Sunny Mary Meadow Flower Farm in St. Joseph.
The event includes a reading, short talk, and audience Q&A. All are welcome.

Dennis Warner & the D's Live Concert
2026-04-10 19:00 - 20:30 | First Presbyterian Church, 340 5th Ave S, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
Dennis Warner is noted for being an outstanding entertainer, bringing the audience into the performance with laughter and even a couple of sing-alongs. His concerts blend serious, thought-provoking songs with lighter, up-tempo material.
He is also a three-time finalist for the Kerrville Folk Festival songwriting awards.
Dennis is a SCSU and KVSC alumnus.
