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10th Season of Granite City Radio Theatre
2021-10-27 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | MN
Happy 10-year anniversary to the cast, crew, season ticket holders and fans of KVSC’s Granite City Radio Theatre! We’re proud of this milestone year at Your Sound Alternative and look to bring you a wonderful season of locally produced laughs, music, drama and comedy.

We’re welcoming Dennis Warner as our first musical guest of the season on Wednesday, October 27th, the show begins at 7:30 p.m. Dennis Warner is a talented performer and storyteller. His music blends serious, thought-provoking songs with lighter, up-tempo tunes, and he’s known for bringing the audience into his performances with laughter, and maybe a sing-a-long.
Season tickets are on sale now through Oct. 8th, individual show tickets will go on sale October 9th. Granite City Radio Theatre is produced for a live audience and live for radio on 88.1FM (and audio streamed).

Granite City Radio Theatre host Jay Terry along with Heather and Mackenzie will have you laughing with their irreverent sketches, and the Shades Brigade drama is welcoming a new cast member, Shannan Paul, as they traverse the globe in a quest to stamp out evil doers. Dan Barth’s trivia challenge will have you both laughing and scratching your head about all the double entendres!

St. Cloud Stand Down To Help Veterans
2021-10-28 09:00 - 14:00
St. Cloud Stand Down is a day long event aimed at supporting Central Minnesota veterans.
All veterans are welcome and services offered include a job fair, legal consultation with attorney, tax information and assistance, wellness exams, free haircuts and meals, housing and shelter referrals, drug and alcohol treatment information, dental and eye wear vouchers and much more.
They welcome all Veterans, regardless of discharge status on Thursday, October 28th at the River’s Edge Convention Center from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please bring proof of veteran service.

Radio: We have more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Trunk or Treat at St. Cloud State University
2021-10-29 17:00 - 18:30
You are invited to Trunk or Treat at St. Cloud State University.
The Lindgren Early Learning Center is excited to announce that the well-loved safe & fun Halloween event for Trick-or-Treating co-hosted by the SCSU Veteran’s Resource Center, the Student Veteran’s Organization, the Student Parent Support Center is BACK!
Trunk or Treat is Friday, October 29th from 5 to 6:30pm in the SCSU South Pay lot. This is located just west of the Engineering and Computer Science building, just south the Education Building on the upper part of campus.

For the Art, From the Heart with Carnage the Executioner
2021-10-29 19:30 - 21:00
Carnage The Executioner presents For The Art, From The Heart at the Whit Gallery in downtown St. Cloud.
It’s a series that celebrates the importance of artistic self-expression. Each event will highlight art in all of its fantastic forms: live musical and dance performances; images of live or previously-composed paintings and photography; video productions; plant-based food presentation and preparation.
For The Art, From The Heart. gatherings will be alcohol-free and family-friendly. The next all ages event is Friday, October 29th starting at 7:30 p.m.. Come enjoy an overdose of art!
Halloween Costumes will be welcome and celebrated!

Radio: We have more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Mick Benson Retrospective at the Whit Gallery
2021-11-01 - 2021-11-13
The Whit Gallery is presenting a retrospective on artist Mick Benson.
At age 88, Mick Benson has been contributing to the St. Cloud arts community for decades, an they are featuring his work as part of an effort from his community and patrons.
Among his favorite subjects to paint are historic buildings and he also likes to paint landscapes, flowers and mundane but fascinating machines from the past, redolent of history and a vanished life, such as steam-engine tractors.
Drawing and painting, Benson believes, helps people to see and to appreciate what is around them in their lives.
You can enjoy a retrospective of his life’s work in a series of events from November 1 – 13 at the Whit Gallery, located on West. St. Germain Street in downtown St. Cloud.
(There is a reception for Central Minnesota Watercolorists (and General Population), Thursday, November 11, from 4-6 p.m. and a Closing Reception for General Public, on Saturday, November 13 from 3-6 p.m.)

Radio: We have a link to more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

International Film Series at St. Cloud State University
2021-11-01 19:00 - 21:00
The International Film Series presented by St. Cloud State University’s Department of Film Studies has returned!
On Monday, Nov. 1st the first film of the series, Waltz with Bashir by Ari Folman will be featured. In 1982, among many Israeli men, Folman is a 19-year-old soldier in the Lebanon War. Many years later, in his groundbreaking autobiographical animation film, he attempts to come to terms with his haunting trauma and piece together his shattered memory. A deeply affecting foray into the horrors and absurdities of wars, Waltz with Bashir is also one of the bravest, most intimate and devastating artistic testimonies of the infamous Shabra and Chatilla massacre. Ultimately; a tale of sacrificed youth, solidarity and regained identity.
The screening begins at 7 p.m. in the Atwood Little Theatre and is free and open to the public. Discussions follow each film in the series.

Minnesota Voices Book Club at Stearns History Musuem
2021-11-04 18:30 - 20:00
The Stearns History Museum is partnering with UniteCloud to launch a quarterly book club that connects history to diversity, equity and inclusion topics that impact our community.
The sessions will be led by Minnesota authors who bring a wide spectrum of voices to the table, providing context to often absent narratives in local history.
In October, the Book Club features Lemons in the Garden of Love by Ames Sheldon.
Registration will be automatic for 2 dates, Thursday November 4 and Thursday November 18 from 6:30-8:00pm.
Minnesota Voices Book Club is free for Stearns History Museum Members and there is a small fee for non-members.

Radio: We have more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity's Shave for the Cure
2021-11-04 19:00 - 20:30
Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity at St. Cloud State University is holding their fundraising event, Shave for the Cure.
Shave for the Cure is an event started by alumni Chris Roger’s in 2012 for SCSU faculty member Margaret Vos, who was diagnosed with breast cancer. The event entails a raffle for varying gift baskets, active members of the fraternity having their head’s shaved to raise cancer research donation and various speakers.
Shave for the Cure with Delta Sigma Phi is Thursday, November 4th starting at 7 p.m. in the Atwood Memorial Center Ballroom at SCSU.

Radio: We have a link to more information at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

De-Stress with Pets at SCSU
2021-11-16 - 2021-11-30
St. Cloud State University students and staff are invited to De-Stress with Pets.
Students will have two opportunities in November to take a break and relax with animals. The Healthy Huskies organization is hosting weekly events where students can make friends with therapy dogs. Spending time with animals has been shown to lower blood pressure and feelings of anxiety.
The dogs that attend these events are so patient and loving, you can’t help but leave feeling less burdened after spending some time with them. This event is free for all SCSU community. The November dates on Tuesday, November 16 and Tuesday, November 30th from 12 to 1:30 p.m. in Eastman Hall and Husky Tech in the Miller Center respectively.

Radio: We have a link to more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

The Whit Gallery Features Mary Bruno's Art
2021-11-16 - 2021-12-31
The Whit Gallery in downtown St. Cloud is now featuring the art of Mary Bruno, in a retrospective.
Mary Bruno grew up in a small town in Central Minnesota, she is a printer and learned her love of printing from her Design professor father Don Bruno. Since his passing she has taken over his small letterpress print shop in St. Joseph and expanded, both physically and figuratively. Mary has an irreverent line of greeting cards and more that is sold nationwide and she teaches the old school tradition of letterpress printing the way her father taught her.
Bruno carves linoleum and hand sets wood and lead type to make posters, broadsides and anything that she comes up with. Mary is a community go-getter and loves to collaborate with other printers, poets, musicians, kids, and other designers.

The Mary Bruno retrospective is on view now through December 31st at the Whit Gallery, during gallery hours.

Radio: You can learn more at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

St. Cloud State Wind Ensemble Winter Concert
2021-12-01 19:00 - 20:00
You’re invited to the St. Cloud State Wind Ensemble will perform a Wind Ensemble Winter Concert.
Enjoy an eclectic evening of music by the SCSU Wind Ensemble. You will hear traditional band standards, contemporary new arrangements, music from the movies and stage, a little jazz, as well as solo performances. Please join them for a great way to stay warm on a winter’s eve. The St. Cloud State Wind Ensemble is a select group of musicians, mostly SCSU music majors led by interim conductor Gary Zwack.
The concert is taking place at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 1st in Stewart Hall’s Ritsche Auditorium.

Radio: We have the details posted at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.
Concert parking is available in the 4th Avenue Parking Ramp at 4th Ave and 6th Street on the SCSU campus. Accessible parking is available close to the auditorium if you enter off 6th Street or behind Stewart Hall entering from 8th Street.

Wind Ensemble Winter Concert at St. Cloud State University
2021-12-01 19:00 - 20:30
St. Cloud State University’s Department of Music, School of the Arts and College of Liberal Arts invites you to their Wind Ensemble Winter Concert.
The SCSU Wind Ensemble Winter Concert is Wednesday, December 1st stating at 7 p.m. in Stewart Hall’s Ritsche Auditorium. It will be an evening of music to inspire the season and invoke the special times of the holidays.
Audience members will be required to wear masks and maintain social distancing.

Radio: We have a link to to details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

St. Cloud State University's Music at St. Mary’s Concert
2021-12-03 19:00 - 20:30
The choral ensembles from St. Cloud State University is presenting the highly anticipated “Music at St. Mary’s” concert.
This annual event features a sampling of the finest choral repertoire, ranging from exciting, new works to beloved choral classic works. The concert will include performances by SCSU’s Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, and Women’s Choir.
The concert is at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3rd at the Cathedral ofSt. Mary in downtown St. Cloud.
Tickets will be available at the door and a free for those with a current SCSU ID. Also, please note masks will be required for audience members.
A portion of ticket proceeds go toward scholarships for music students.

Radio: We have more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.
For more information, call the Performing Arts Center office at (320) 308-3223 or email
Dr. Lara Moline at lara.moline@stcloudstate.edu

Paramount Center for the Arts Presents Christmas with The Steeles
2021-12-04 19:30 - 21:00
The Paramount Center for the Arts is presenting Christmas with The Steeles.
Over the years, the Steeles have presented their annual holiday concert to sold-out audiences across the state. A cornerstone of Minnesota music with world-renowned talent, Christmas with the Steeles echoes the sacred and secular sounds of the season, with songs you know and love.
The Steeles consist of five siblings; J.D., Fred, Jearlyn, Jevetta, and Billy Steele. They have been singing together since they were children growing up in Gary, Indiana where they began to develop their style and soul.
Christmas with the Steeles is Saturday, December 4th at 7:30 p.m.

Radio: We have more information at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Paramount Center for the Arts Presents The Nutcracker Ballet
2021-12-09 - 2021-12-11
Paramount Center for the Arts Presents The Nutcracker Ballet.
The Stroia Ballet Company returns to the Paramount with the holiday classic, The Nutcracker Ballet. An enchanting Sugar Plum Fairy….and a ferocious Mouse Queen! Plus the grandeur and magnificence of classic Russian Ballet and exquisite costuming.
The performance dates and times include:
Thursday, December 9 and Friday, December 10 at 7 p.m. as well as Saturday, December 11 at 2 p.m.

Radio: We have more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra's Holiday Fantasy
2021-12-11 15:00 - 16:00
The St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra is presenting their Holiday Fantasy concert.
You’ll enjoy the Christmas Overature, The Snowman–with a film segment, Fantasia on Greensleeves, Sleigh Ride, A Christmas Festival and more under the guidance of conductor Ernesto Estigarribia.
The performance is Saturday, December 11 at 3 p.m. in the Ritsche Auditorium at St. Cloud State University. There is a pre-concert discussion at 2 p.m. as well.

Radio: We have more concert details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Granite City Radio Theatre Welcomes George Maurer
2021-12-15 19:30 - 21:30
Performer and composer George Maurer is our musical guest for the winter episode of Granite City Radio Theatre at the Pioneer Place Theater on Wednesday, December 15th at 7:30 p.m. Come join the seasonal festivities, full of laughs, in our 10th season!
George Maurer’s artistic curiosity and commitment to expanding his boundaries lead him down exciting new professional and personal paths. He leads the George Maurer jazz group, creates soundtracks for international films and arranges compositions for national touring bands. Joining George on the stage for GCRT is acclaimed vocalist Judi Vinar, who has toured with the incredible Bobby McFerrin.

The world’s best back-up band, Collective Unconscious, is back to put a bow on the show!
December 15 show tickets are now on sale.
Granite City Radio Theatre host Jay Terry along with Heather and Mackenzie will have you laughing with their irreverent sketches, and the Shades Brigade drama is welcoming a new cast member, Shannan Paul, as they traverse the globe in a quest to stamp out evil doers. Dan Barth’s trivia challenge will have you both laughing and scratching your head at the same time

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St. Germain Night Market
2021-12-18 16:00 - 20:00
The Whitney Gallery is presenting the St. Germain Night Market.
Join the downtown merchants for a festive evening in St. Cloud, for shopping, warmth and happiness! You’ll enjoy window displays (vote for your favorites), warm beverages, food and music! Each location will have something different to cater to your holiday spirit.
The St. Germain Night Market is from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, December 18th.

Why Treaties Matter: Self-Government in the Dakota and Ojibwe Nations
2022-01-05 - 2022-03-03
The Stearns History Museum is presenting a new exhibit, Why Treaties Matter: Self-Government in the Dakota and Ojibwe Nations.
The traveling exhibition offers an opportunity to learn more about the Native nations in Minnesota and the history of treaty-making with the United States. It relays Minnesota’s Native history in the voices of Dakota and Ojibwe people in this place once called “Mnisota.” It includes 20 freestanding panels and a 14-minute video, “A Day in the Life of Minnesota Tribal Nations.”
Many people believe the United States gave land to Native Americans, but the reverse is true. Under pressure, the tribal nations often gave up large portions of their homelands to retain reservations, small land areas for the exclusive use of their people and descendants. The United States promised to provide them with social, economic, and educational services in return. It’s a responsibility that continues today.
The exhibit runs during Stearns History Museum hours now through March 3.

Radio: We have more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Whit Gallery Presents Kyle Fokken's Sculpture Art
2022-01-06 - 2022-01-20
The Whitney Gallery in downtown St. Cloud is featuring the art of Kyle Fokken.
He is a mixed media sculptor who combines diverse imagery into hybrid sculptures that explore cultural contexts between people. Fokken uses vintage toy and ‘folk art’ aesthetics to explore the passing down of cultural values between generations.
There is an artist’s reception on Thursday, January 20th from 6 to 8 p.m., the art will be on display through January 22nd.

Radio: We have a link to more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Rainbow Support Evening For Parents/Allies/Friends and GLBTQ+
2022-01-13 19:00 - 21:00
The Sisters of the Order of Saint Benedict in St. Joseph are hosting a Rainbow Support Evening For Parents/Allies/Friends and GLBTQ+.
You’re invited to gather to pray, share stories and support each other. Confidentiality is maintained and the facilitators are Myrna Ohmann and Eunice Antony.
The support evening is Thursday, January 13th from 7–9 p.m.

Radio: We have a link to more information at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Great River Arts Present Author Michael Lyons
2022-01-27 19:00 - 20:30
Great River Arts in Little Falls is presenting author Michael Lyons.
Interested in learning more about Ojibwe culture? Join them for a presentation by Michael Lyons, author of Ojiberish: An Introduction to Ojibwemowin, a children’s book on learning the Ojibwe language. He also hosts the podcast Boozhoo Nanaboozhoo, which uses music and puppetry to teach about Ojibwe language, culture and history.
Lyons focuses on Native American History (specifically the Indian Boarding School era), historical and inter-generational trauma: “How to survive the boarding school survivors”, Indian Education – Columbus to A.I.M. and the forgotten warriors of WWII, Combating depression and anxiety the traditional Ojibwe way: “You don’t have to be sad all the time,” Ojibwe language and culture revitalization. You’ll learn how to say “blueberry pie” in Ojibwe the musical way, and much more.
The presentation is free and open to the public and families on Thursday, January 27, stating at 7 p.m. at Great River Arts.

Radio: We have a link to more information at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

GREAT Theatre Presents "Matilda"
2022-01-28 - 2022-02-06
St. Cloud’s GREAT Theatre is presenting the musical “Matilda” at the Paramount Center for the Arts.
Through dazzling performances and pumped-up musical arrangements, the twisted genius of Roald Dahl comes to life on stage in this story of an extraordinary girl. Armed with a sharp mind and vivid imagination, Matilda dares to take a stand against the nasty, name-calling, bullying adults in her life and change her story. Youth and grown-ups will be captivated by this hit musical that celebrates the power of imagination and the importance of becoming your own person.
GREAT Theatre recommends Matilda for brave 8 to 98 year-olds. The production will be live on stage starting January 28th and running on weekends through February 6th.

Radio: We have more information at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Diversity Job & Internship Fair at SCSU
2022-01-28 13:00 - 16:00
St. Cloud State University’s Career Center, American Indian Center, Student Accessibility Services, LGBT Resource Center, Multicultural Student Services and Veterans Resource Center are hosting a Diversity Job and Internship Fair.
You will meet employers who hire SCSU graduates!
Many of Minnesota’s largest business, technical, healthcare, government, non-profit and education employers will be in attendance. This will be the only time that a few of the participating employers will be coming to campus this year!
The Job Fair is FREE and open to all students and alumni – no registration is required. It’s taking place starting at 1 p.m. on Friday, January 28th in the Atwood Center.

Radio: We have more details, including list of attending employers at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Nordic Ski Club of Central Minnesota Moonlight Ski 2022
2022-01-28 18:00 - 21:00
The Nordic Ski Club of Central MN and Stearns County Parks invites you for an evening of skiing at Quarry Park with their annual Moonlight Ski event.
Participants will enjoy the 4.2 miles of scenic lighted cross country ski trails, multiple bonfires throughout the park, snacks and drinks, door prizes and free ski rentals. The entire event is free including parking at Quarry Park.
No previous experience necessary for this family friendly event. Note that it will be a hiking event if snow is inadequate.
The Moonlight Ski is from from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, January 285th (moved from January 7th due to extreme cold).

Radio: We have a link to more information at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Student Juried Art Show at CSB-SJU
2022-01-29 - 2022-03-18
The College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University is presenting a Student Juried Art show called “@Art.”
It’s a celebration of the creativity and innovative spirit of the student body in this juried exhibit. It features artwork in a range of mediums and will feature to two & three dimensional work as well as video submissions. More than 30 student artists were selected for the show.
The @ART exhibition opens Friday, January 29th at CSB Gorecki Gallery and will be on view through March 18th.
**There is a with a reception and awards ceremony on Saturday, February 12th from 5- 7 p.m. The award winning student artists will be announced at 6 p.m.

Radio: We have a link to more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas with the CSB/SJU Orchestra
2022-01-29 19:30 - 21:00
The CSB/SJU Fine Arts Series is presenting Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas with the CSB/SJU Orchestra.
Alasdair Fraser, one of Scotland’s premier fiddle ambassadors, and the exceptionally talented cellist Natalie Haas will share the stage with the full CSB/SJU Orchestra.
In traditional Scottish music, the fiddle and the cello were the foundation of the dance band, with the cello providing the rhythmic heart to the fiddle’s energy. Together, Alasdair and Natalie are a soulful exploration of the full range of Celtic music.
The concert is Saturday, January 29th at 7:30 p.m. at the Escher Auditorium.

Radio: We have more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Breakfast Club at Stearns History Museum Presents Ted Gordon
2022-02-09 09:00 - 10:00
Ted Gordon will present “Cahuilla Nation Activism and the Tribal Casino Movement” at the next Breakfast Club at the Stearns History Museum.
Join them for Gordon’s, which is part of the winter event series, packaged with Anton Treuer’s book club and the “Why Treaties Matter” exhibit now on display, Gordon digs deeper into the Cabazon Decision.
Breakfast Club will begin at the 9 a.m. on Wednesday, February 9th at the Stearns History Museum.

Radio: We have more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.
Reservations are required and will close at noon Tues. Feb. 8. Please call the Museum at 320-253-8424 to register. The Breakfast Club program is free for Stearns History Museum members and $7 for nonmembers. Coffee and donuts will be provided.

Chris Koza Concert at Paramount Center for the Arts
2022-02-11 19:30 - 21:00
The Paramount Center for the Arts in St. Cloud is presenting the music of Chris Koza.
Koza is a composer and performer based in Minneapolis. He performs both solo and with his band Rogue Valley, he has supported and shared the stage with artists such as Brandi Carlile, , The Jayhawks, Neko Case and Kathleen Edwards. The music Koza produces is rooted in Americana and is born out of folk, country, storytelling and rock ’n roll. He both honors and builds on Americana traditions by incorporating a unique pop-music sensibility, subtle synthesizers, rich harmonies and imaginative production choices.
The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, February 11th.

Radio: We have more info at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Doktor Kaboom and the Wheel of Science!
2022-02-12 15:00 - 16:30
The Paramount Center for the Arts presents Doktor Kaboom and the Wheel of Science!
Doktor Kaboom is having trouble picking his favorite science demonstrations, so he’s bringing them all! Unfortunately, there are way too many to do them all in one show. The solution: The Wheel of Science! Doktor Kaboom has built a great big spinning wheel and labeled it with everything from optical illusions to chemical reactions to a homemade hovercraft, and more!
Will he turn a water bottle into a rocket or catapult bananas across the stage? Electrocute a pickle or create artificial gravity? Who knows? So, step right up, and spin that wheel!
All ages welcome at the show on Saturday, February 12th at 3 p.m. but, it’s recommended for ages 7 and older.

Radio: We have a link to more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.
