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Skally Line Concert at the Waite Park Great River Regional Library
2023-04-20 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
The Waite Park Great River Regional Library is presenting a concert with Skally Line.
It’s show that is foot stomping old-time music and sensational, salacious stories from–and about–Minnesota! Skally Line is musicians Fred Keller and Bill Cagley, they present a stories, music, and possibly a little singing and dancing featuring odd and forgotten corners of Minnesota history. They are proud to be Pickers, grinners, storytellers, and songwriters from up in the Deep North.
The free concert is Thursday, April 20 starting at 2 p.m.

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

Sonic Escape Family Concert at the St. Cloud Library
2023-04-20 19:00 - 20:30
The St. Cloud Great River Regional Library is presenting the Sonic Escape Family Concert.
Juilliard-trained violinist Maria Millar and flutist Shawn Wyckoff blend musical styles and explore the world of music! Join the library for a lively, interactive family-friendly concert for all ages. Sonic Escape’s game plan – use hyper-instrumentals to fill hearts with indescribable joy – and push themselves to the brink – singing, dancing, telling stories, and above all, playing their hearts out.
There will be Q and A with the musicians throughout.
The concert ia Thursday, April 20 starting at 7:00 at the St. Cloud Library.

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Rock n' Roll Skate
2023-04-23 18:00 - 21:00
The Wirth Center for the Arts and Project 37 present Rock n’ Roller Skate.

This is a Rock Band student showcase held at the Skatin’ Place roller rink. This event features talented young musicians in a live Rock show setting. Listen to a live band while roller skating, playing arcade games and enjoying concessions! The student bands include: King of Swords, Double Helix, Jon’s Subaru, Panic, and Forest Fire.
Rock n’ Roll Skate Sundday, April 23rd at the Skatin’ Place in St. Cloud starting at 6 p.m.

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

Splish Splash the Music of Bobby Darin
2023-04-25 13:30 - 15:00
The Paramount Center for the Arts presents ‘Splish Splash’–The Music of Bobby Darin, starring Ron Gartner and a 6-piece band.
The show celebrates the music, life and times of the Legendary Teen Idol, Singer-Songwriter, Movie Star and Nightclub Performer, Bobby Darin.
Gartner will perform finger snappin’ Darin hits like Mack The Knife, Splish Splash, Dream Lover, and Beyond the Sea, while sharing fascinating stories about the Entertainment Phenom who learned at an early age that he was doomed to die an early death and was determined to “do it all” before he expired. A NYC entertainment agent and showman, Gartner honors the Bobby Darin legacy in a show that covers everything from Darin’s rock ‘n’ roll days to his Evening at the Copa.
The show is Tuesday, April 25th at 1:30 p.m.

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

Archery Workshop at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post
2023-05-06 13:00 - 16:00
The Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post is hosting an Archery Workshop.
Have you ever wanted to learn to shoot a bow and arrow? Let certified archery instructors on staff at Mille Lacs Indian Museum teach you how! You don’t have to have any prior experience with archery to participate. Please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
The Archery Workshop is Saturday, May 6th from 1 to 4 p.m
It’s a free workshop when you pay for the site admission.

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

Hops and History with Stearns History Museum
2023-05-11 17:30 - 19:00
The Stearns History Museum is hosting Hops and History, ‘A Brief History of Undergarments.”
Have you ever wondered about the history of undergarments? Join Amy and Caitlin from the Stearns History Museum for Hops and History at the Third Street Brewhouse in Cold Spring for a causal presentation on the subject. It’s free for members to attend and there’s a small fee for non-members. You can learn a lot of interesting facts and historical information about briefs and undergarments.
The Hops and History is Thursday, May 11th starting at 5:30 p.m. a Third Street Brewhouse.

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

There is Music in You Children's Show
2023-05-13
The Magic City Experience present the children’s show ” There is Music in You.”
This is a family friendly concert featuring favorite popular songs from the charts to favorite movies. The show is aimed at inspiring and finding the music within you. The concert is designed to get your whole family dancing, playing, making memories and singing along. Whether you’re getting lost in the bubble dance circle, or just enjoying the music performed by professional and amazing musicians, it will be a fun show for everyone.

The show is Saturday, May 13th in the Ritsche Auditorium at St. Cloud State University. There are two showtimes, 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.

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Ronnie McDowell at the Paramount St. Cloud
2023-06-08
The Paramount Center for the Arts is welcoming Ronnie McDowel.
Ronnie McDowell has a long string of hit songs that he has amassed over the years.
Following the death of Elvis Presley in 1977, Ronnie came out of nowhere to dazzle the world with his heartfelt tribute: THE KING IS GONE. All of a sudden, the young Vietnam Veteran from Portland, Tennessee was a star. The hit songs just continued. You can enjoy his entertaining show and some memorable songs.
There are two shows on Thursday, June 8th, the first one at 1::30 p.m. & the second at 7:00 p.m.

Radio: We’ve got more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

Stearns History Center Hosting Snooky's Pub Crawl
2023-06-08 18:00 - 21:00
You’re invited to join the Stearns History Center for a historical pub crawl event, Snooky’s Pub Crawl.

This is a specially designed pub crawl based on the ‘Snooky’s Handy Guide’ map from the 40’s hanging in the Stearns History Museum exhibit gallery. The map gave a general overview of what there was to do in St. Cloud at the time.
We’ll be starting with a cocktail at Iron Street Distillery and exploring the rest of downtown St. Cloud’s pubs and bars from there. More locations to be announced soon! For now, save the date and we’ll see you then!
The Pub Crawl is Thursday, June 8 from 6-9pm. You must pre-register in advance.

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

Zach Neil @Milk & Honey Ciders
2023-06-09 19:00 - 22:00 | Milk & Honey Ciders, 11738 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN, 56374
Zach Neil has earned four consecutive Top 40 Texas country singles – not bad for guy who planned to follow in his dad’s footsteps and become a farmer. Farming was the family business and still is, but when Zach was 16 years old, his country band entered a “Battle of the Bands” competition at their high school and tied for first place. Zach will tell you – it wasn’t because they were the best but because they were different. While the other kids were playing rock music, his band was playing classic country hits. Zach soon found the confidence to take the work ethic he acquired from his family and focus on a career in music. Zach is a singer, songwriter and live performer who uniquely puts his own twist on traditional country music.

Powderfinger: A Neil Young Tribute @Milk & Honey Ciders
2023-06-10 19:00 - 22:00 | Milk & Honey Ciders, 11738 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN, 56374
POWDERFINGER / Minnesota’s premier Neil Young Tribute Band has been performing the music of Neil Young and Crazy Horse for over a decade to enthusiastic fans and audiences in theaters, clubs and colleges.
Expect to hear all the hits like Old Man, Heart of Gold, Harvest Moon and experience some long jams on classics like “Down by the River” “Cowgirl in the Sand” and” Rockin in the Free World”
Also included are songs from Neil Young’s early solo career and his time with Buffalo Springfield in the 1960’s
Live music is held rain or shine.

The Ground Sound at the Paramount Theatre
2023-06-10 19:30 - 21:00
Paramount Theatre is hosting The Ground Sound, presented by Radiant Rhythm Initiative.
Immerse into the world of tap dance and music as professional tap dancers from around the world come together to showcase this beautiful art form. Dancers will be performing live with Minnesota based musicians. Watch as they weave rhythm, music, and tap dance to create a masterpiece.

The show is Saturday, June 10, 7:30pm.

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

Juneteenth Celebration in St. Cloud
2023-06-16 15:00 - 21:00
Join the community in celebrating the 26th Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Lake George Municipal Park!
Juneteenth is Friday, June 16 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. The day will be filled with live music on the outdoor stage, games and activities, community vendors and merchants, a basketball tournament, health clinic, grill off and more.
This is a family friendly event and you’re invited to celebrate and have fun!

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St. Cloud Summer Art Crawl
2023-06-16 16:00 - 20:00
Come and explore the St. Cloud Summer Art Crawl in historic downtown.
Celebrate and experience the work of talented Central Minnesota artists while enjoying the warmth and charm of locally-owned shops, businesses and eateries.
The summer art craw is Friday, June 16th from 4 to 8 p.m. All of West St. Germain Street and part of 5th Avenue will have art vendors, pottery, live music, demonstrations and more to explore and enjoy.

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

China Rider @Milk & Honey Ciders
2023-06-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Milk & Honey Ciders, 11738 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN, 56374
China Rider is bringing the music of The Grateful Dead to the land of Milk & Honey. They create an experience that includes the excitement and exploration you would expect at an original Dead concert. China Rider was first conceived by Logan Thomas in 2015 when he put together local musicians to take on the fun challenging project. They spent almost a year in the Bunkhouse practicing and perfecting their improvisational skills. Finally all the stars aligned and they were able to bring it to the stage in June of 2016 in downtown St. Cloud, MN. China Rider gets its name from the classic Grateful Dead live medley of songs China Cat Sunflower and I Know You Rider, which is referred to among the Dead community as China Rider!

Youth Queer Connect
2023-06-19 17:00 - 20:00 | St. Cloud COP House, 601 13th St. S, St. Cloud, MN, 56301
Middle & High School Youth, come hang out, meet some awesome people, and bring a friend! There will be snacks and games at the South Side COP House.
For this event, parents/guardians may stay onsite or drop off youth at this public location. Please register/provide contact info with St. Cloud Pride board members if dropping off youth.
The 3rd Monday of the Month, 5p-8p.
St. Cloud Southside COP House
600 13th St S, St Cloud, MN 56301
QueerConnect events are designed to help connect people in the LGBTQIA+ community.

White Water Rafting with SCSU Campus Rec
2023-06-21 08:00 - 18:00
Join SCSU Outdoor Recreation on a journey down the St. Louis River in Cloquet in a white water rafting experience.
This activity is open to SCSU Students, Faculty, Staff (priority given to students). Space is limited.The trip will run from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June 21st. There is a fee to participate.

Radio: We have a link to more details at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.
RSVP here or email melissa.bates@stcloudstate.edu to register.

Folk Showcase from Project 37
2023-06-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Jules’ Bistro, 921 W St Germain St, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
We’re excited to be back at Jules’ Bistro with another Folk Showcase! It’s been a while, but come celebrate the first day of summer with us and our featured artists:
Nash Foster-Phoenix
Nathan Ness
Celeste Yeats
There is limited seating at Jules’ Bistro, so make sure to reserve a table!

Project 37 seeks to provide a place for all ages to enjoy a sober and safe venue for music. We believe that means finding our place in the St. Cloud community and supporting smaller, younger local musicians who stand out or have the potential to do so. Our mission is to facilitate a network of growing musicians and to provide a venue for all ages to enjoy various kinds of music. Our long term goals are to plan workshops with local musicians or other music-related people in the community; and to have and host a sober venue intended for all ages to come and experience music.

Lemonade Concert and Art Fair at St. Cloud State University
2023-06-22 11:00 - 20:00
Join St. Cloud State University to celebrate a great campus tradition during the 50th Annual Lemonade Concert and Art Fair!
The 2023 event schedule is as follows:
Art Fair and Food Trucks
11 a.m.- 8:30 p.m. — Upper Campus Grounds
Little Lemons Children’s Activities
11 a.m.- 6 p.m. — South End of Stewart Hall
Chalk Twins, Live Chalk Art
11 a.m.- 8:30 p.m. — Atwood Mall
Music and Dance Performances
11 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Opening Ceremony for Granite City Days featuring the St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra
7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. — Ritsche Auditorium
Free Public Parking in K-Lot, with a shuttle running continuously to upper campus. Parking for those with accessibility needs in L Lot (across from Atwood Memorial Center).

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Rock The Riverside
2023-06-22 17:30 - 21:30 | The Clearing on River Avenue, Sauk Rapids, MN
Rapids River Days kicks off Thursday, June 22, 2023 at The Clearing on River Avenue. Enjoy LIVE MUSIC by two bands! The opening act at 5:30 pm is TODD MICHAEL JAMESON and the headliner at 7:00 pm is ARENA. Listen and dance to these popular entertainers taking the stage on 1851 Square. FREE and open to the public. Food and beverages will be available to purchase and you’re welcome to bring your own coolers/beverages as well.
Fun is guaranteed!
This new outdoor space nestled along the beautiful Mississippi River has surround seating – perfect for community gatherings – and you’re welcome to bring your own lawn chairs too. The stage features a state-of-the-art sound system suitable for bands of all sizes.

Rapids River Days Parade
2023-06-23 18:00 - 20:00
The Rapids River Days Parade is one of the most popular parades in Central Minnesota, featuring more than 85 units and 16 marching bands in competition. The route runs along 6th Avenue starting near Pleasantview Elementary School and ending near the SRR Middle School. [SEE ROUTE MAP] Parade goers will enjoy the marching bands, decorated floats, motorized exhibitions, royalty, costumed characters, candy treats and MORE. Bring your neighbors and friends to the Sauk Rapids River Days Parade this summer and fill your evening with excitement and surprises!

Sign up for "Guys and Dolls" auditions with GREAT Theatre
2023-06-24 - 2023-06-25
GREAT Theatre invites you to Sign up for “Guys and Dolls” auditions.
From the clubs of Havana to the bustle of Times Square and New York City, “Gas and Dolls” features iconic ensemble and principle roles. It has a brassy score with memorable songs, flashy characters and comedy. It’s a perfect musical to be part of with GREAT Theatre.
Auditions are Saturday and Sunday, June 24th and 25th. The performance dates are in September at the Paramount Theatre.

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Disc Golf Charity Event
2023-06-24 09:00 - 17:00 | Mayhew Creek Park, Sauk Rapids, MN
Tanner’s Team Foundation is hosting a NEW EVENT during Rapids River Days – a Disc Golf Charity Tournament – in memory of 11-year-old Tanner Fuls.
All proceeds will benefit Central Minnesota families who have children with life threatening illnesses. The Disc Golf event will be at Mayhew Creek Park (near the Sauk Rapids-Rice High School) with check-in starting at 7:00 AM and shotgun start at 9:00 AM.
Tanner’s Team Foundation was created in 2011 in memory of Tanner Fuls, who was diagnosed at age 11 with Myelodysplastic Syndrome, a form of pre-leukemia. Tanner passed away November 27, 2010. Since its inception, Tanner’s Team Foundation has helped 446 families in 45 counties by granting them more than $559,105. – thanks to your continued support!

Granite City Days Parade
2023-06-24 10:00 - 14:00
Come enjoy this St. Cloud tradition! The parade route will remain the same as past years, along 6th Ave N and St. Germain Street.

CHALK ON THE RIVERWALK
2023-06-24 11:00 - 14:00
JOIN THE DOWNTOWN ALLIANCE AND DECORATE THE RIVERWALK! Participants/Chalk Artists can register to have their own square to decorate or grab some chalk and head over to the “Sandbox”. Chalk on the Riverwalk will begin immediately following the Granite City Days Parade until 2:00 pm.

Rapids River Food Fest
2023-06-24 11:00 - 20:00 | Municipal Park on North Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids, MN
25 Food Vendors will be serving all your favorites….
Smoked turkey legs, burgers, steak sandwiches, New York-style hotdogs, brats, meatball subs, Philly cheese steak sandwiches, BBQ brisket sandwich, BBQ chicken wings, crab fritters, pizza, popcorn chicken, chicken sandwiches, cheesy turkey sandwiches, Italian cuisine, gyros, potatoes with toppings, sweet potato fries, twisted taters, french fries, corn-on-the-cob, corndogs, hot roast beef, taco-in-a-bag, bread sticks, giant pretzels w/cheese, giant pickles, quesadillas, wontons, chicken and beef shish-kabobs, stirfry beef pitas, shredded pork sandwiches, porkchop on-a-stick, pig wings, pork rinds, nachos, and cheese curds.
Don’t forget ice cream sundaes, milkshakes, itty bitts ice cream, shaved ice, sno cones, carmeled apples, fruit kabobs, chocolate strawberries, kettle corn, cookies, and mini donuts for dessert!
Enjoy a variety of beverages to quench your thirst: rootbeer floats, smoothies, lemonade, limeade, iced coffee, hot coffee, pop, and beer at the Budweiser beer garden.

Laney Jones @ Milk & Honey Ciders
2023-06-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Milk & Honey Ciders, 11738 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN, 56374
When I write, it’s like I step inside of a dream,” says Laney Jones. “I go to this place that’s somewhere between sleeping and waking, between memory and imagination. It’s a place where anything can happen.” Press play on Jones’ mesmerizing new album, Stories Up High, and you’ll find yourself transported there, too. Recorded in her adopted hometown of Nashville with producer Andrija Tokic (Alabama Shakes, Langhorne Slim), the collection is lush and immersive, with rich, elegant arrangements that ebb and flow beneath Jones’ velveteen vocals. The performances here are timeless, evoking a faded, old Hollywood glamour full of longing and melancholy, but dig beneath the surface and you’ll find that Jones is an optimist at heart, a believer in the relentless beauty of this world. She wrote the album in what she calls a “flow state,” and the result is a captivating, cinematic work that’s equal parts stream-of-consciousness and careful introspection, an honest, intuitive record that hints at everything from Angel Olsen to Judy Garland as it reckons with loss, growth, and change. Stories Up High follows Jones’ 2013 debut, Golden Road, which landed her a nationally televised performance at The Kennedy Center, and 2016’s Laney Jones, which prompted Rolling Stone to dub her an Artist You Need To Know. To date, Jones’ songs have racked up millions of streams, soundtracked films from Disney and Pixar, and turned up in commercials for Google, Netflix, Toyota, and Red Bull among others.

FAMILY FUN FEST
2023-06-25 11:00 - 15:00 | Lake George
Lots of Family friendly fun including Fishing, Touch-A-Truck, Bike Rodeo, Petting Zoo, Paddle Boats, Inflatables, Food Trucks, Yard Games, and more!

The Lowest Pair @ Milk & Honey Ciders
2023-06-25 19:00 - 22:00 | Milk & Honey Ciders, 11738 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN, 56374
During the spring and summer of 2020, The Lowest Pair (Kendl Winter and Palmer T. Lee) found themselves camping and sharing songs around the fire with two dear friends and incredible musicians Adam Roszkiewicz and Leif Karlstrom of the instrumental duo Small Town Therapy. Founding members of the progressive string band Front Country, multi-instrumentalists Adam and Leif bring a new dynamic palette of colors to Kendl and Palmer’s own instrumental prowess and expressive lyricism.
After sharing a handful of new songs and tunes, (and making immediate fans in the campground) there was no doubt that a record was in the future, and In August of 2020 they spent a week out in Enterprise, Oregon recording at the OK Theater.
The new record “Horse Camp” leans towards each member’s string band roots and showcases brand new Lowest Pair songs Kendl and Palmer wrote during the strange times of the pandemic. The album also includes an instrumental by each musician involved. It’s an awesome display of how a simple collaboration of friends can result in music that is as organic as it is undeniable.

BAD BAD HATS @ Milk & Honey Ciders
2023-06-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Milk & Honey Ciders, 11738 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN, 56374
Bad Bad Hats are an indie rock trio from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Known for bringing a joyful, exuberant presence to their live shows, touring with The Beths, Margaret Glaspy, The Front Bottoms, Hippo Campus, and Third Eye Blind, the group took specific care to bring their fun-loving spirit to their third LP, Walkman.
Kerry (guitar/vocals), Chris (bass), and Con (drums) let their collective hair down on Walkman, bringing raucous and explosive riffs alongside witty lyrics. Though you might not notice from their indie rock exterior, Bad Bad Hats draws a heavy influence from classic pop songwriting that shines through in their hooky choruses and strong melodic sensibilities.
For this release the band set out to push their capabilities as a trio. Subtle changes in process helped the band achieve this goal, such as shifting Chris from a wider multi-instrumental role to allow him to prioritize his bass playing, having Kerry record the bulk of the guitars instead. “You can hear all of our musical voices a lot better on this record.”
A carefully crafted studio sound brings the record to life, injecting it with an energetic voice that is unique to Bad Bad Hats. Walkman is the group’s fourth time working with producer Brett Bullion, including their previous two LPs, Psychic Reader and Lightning Round, and the Wide Right EP. Bullion and the band use the studio as an instrument, resulting in their most polished work to date.
