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St. Cloud State Women's Hockey vs. St. Thomas Tommies
2022-12-02 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Herb Brooks National Hockey Center
Women’s Hockey vs. St. Thomas Tommies
Game 1 Fri. 3:00 p.m.
Play-by-play: Alex Fern
Color: Thomas Hoffman
Listen on: 97.5 FM RadioX

St. Cloud State Men's Hockey vs. North Dakota Fighting Hawks
2022-12-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Herb Brooks National Hockey Center
Men’s Hockey vs. University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks
Game 1 Fri. 7:30
Play-by-play: Alex Fern
Color: Brian Moos
Ice side: Thomas Hoffman
Listen on: 88.1 FM KVSC

Christmas Holiday Tree Ornament Party at Sherburne History Center
2022-12-03 10:00 - 12:00 | MN
The Sherburne History Center invites you ad your family/friends to enjoy a Christmas Holiday Tree Ornament party.
Join them from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, December 3rd at the Sherburne History Center in Becker to celebrate one of the best seasons of the year. There will be live music courtesy of the Becker High School music department, a surprise visit from one of the season’s favorite figures and craft activities making cornhusk wreath and angel ornaments, gingerbread puppets and paper snowmen.
The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments are sponsored by Bill’s Family Foods.
The Sherburne History Center is located at 10775 27th Avenue Southeast in Becker.

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

St. Cloud State Women's Hockey vs. St. Thomas Tommies
2022-12-03 14:00 | St. Thomas Ice Rink
Women’s Hockey vs. St. Thomas Tommies
Game 2 Sat. 2:00 p.m.
Play-by-play: Adam Larson
Color: Max Steigauf
Listen on: 97.5 FM RadioX

St. Cloud State Men's Hockey vs. North Dakota Fighting Hawks
2022-12-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Herb Brooks National Hockey Center
Men’s Hockey vs. University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks
Game 2 Sat. 6:00 p.m.
Play-by-play: Alex Fern
Color: Brian Moos
Ice side: Thomas Hoffman
Listen on: 88.1 FM KVSC

Music at St. Mary's Concert
2022-12-03 19:00 - 21:00 | MN
St. Cloud State University’s Department of Music, School of the Arts and College of Liberal Arts invite you to the 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.
There is a ticket price for the community, students can attend for free w/SCSU ID. Tickets will be sold at the door. A portion of ticket proceeds go toward scholarships for music students.
The concert is Saturday, December 3 at 7 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Mary in downtown St. Cloud.

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

15th Annual Sons of Norway Barnelopet
2022-12-05 08:00 - 17:00 | MN
The 15th Annual Sons of Norway Barneløpet will be held on Sunday, January 22nd at Riverside Park in St. Cloud.
This a a free, fun children’s cross country ski event for ages 3 to 13. On-site registration will be available starting at 11:30 a.m., but pre-registration by mail is preferred.
Youth “races” start at 1:00 p.m. with prizes to all participants! Minnesota Youth Ski League cross country ski equipment will be made available for children at this event and provided by the Central Minnesota Youth Ski Club, as needed.
Cookies and hot chocolate will be served amid a festive atmosphere, complete with plenty of food, demonstrations and sampling of Norwegian treats, as well as the Viking Age Club from St. Paul. Like past years, the Barneløpet will bring lots of laughter and smiles from the children… both young and old!
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Radio: We have more information on the Area Events page on KVSC.org

Central Minnesota Civil War Rountable Discussion
2022-12-06 17:30 - 19:00 | MN
The Central Minnesota Civil War Roundtable will be meeting at Great River Regional Library is coming up.
You can join the discussion on “How the Civil War Changed Christmas” plus sample Civil War holiday foods, including hopping John, hardtack, cornbread, holiday tomato soup, sorghum cookies and more.
The event is free and open the public at St. Cloud’s Great River Regional Library on Tuesday, December 6th at 5:30 p.m.

St. Cloud Tech Girl's Basketball vs. Sauk Rapids Rice
2022-12-06 19:00 - 21:00 | MAC
St. Cloud Tech Girl’s Basketball vs. Sauk Rapids Rice
Tue. 7:15 p.m.
Play-by-play: Carl Goenner
Listen on: KVSC Sports Stream

10th Annual St. Cloud Weihnachtsmarkt
2022-12-08 17:00 - 20:00 | MN
The city of St. Cloud invites you to their 10th annual St. Cloud Weihnachtsmarkt (why-knocked-market :).
The holiday celebration he 10th will be held on Thursday, December 8th from 5 to 8 p.m. at the River’s Edge Parking Ramp.
This outdoor market event features beer from Beaver Island Brewery, hot spiced Gluhwein, holiday vendors, food and more! It’s a family friendly holiday tradition from the city of St. Cloud that celebrates the season in traditional European style.

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

Mark O'Connor's An Appalachian Christmas at CSB-SJU
2022-12-08 19:30 - 21:00 | MN
The College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University’s Fine Art series is presenting Mark O’Connor’s An Appalachian Christmas.
Mark O’Connor’s eclectic combination of jazz, bluegrass and classical influences carries his vision of an American school of string playing. This much-loved holiday performance, accompanied by his wife, Maggie, and son, Forrest – both award-winning instrumentalists in their own rites – fashions a wondrous mix of instrumental and vocal music in bluegrass and other American music genres. The performance is playful and joyous at points, but come prepared – the December winds won’t be the only chills you’ll feel.
The concert is Thursday, December 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Stephen B. Humphrey Theater at St. John’s.

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

Moments in Time Art Exhibition
2022-12-09 - 2023-01-31 | MN
The Paramount Center for the Arts in historic downtown is hosting an art exhibit called Moments in Time.
The exhibit features the work of Ruth Jensen McGrath. She works with watercolors, acrylic and oil for her paintings. The artist paint whatever gives her inspiration, often landscapes around her. The long shadows of morning or late afternoon. The changing seasons and the vast farmland or woodlands. The sky, with it’s ever changing clouds, with the landscape below for a feeling of aerial perspective.
Jensen McGrath’s work is on view on the main floor of the lobby, which you can visit for free Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Radio: There’s more details on the Area Events page at KVSC.org.

Langston Hughes’ Black Nativity
2022-12-09 08:00 - 2022-12-19 17:00 | MN
GREAT Theatre invites you to enjoy Langston Hughes’ Black Nativity.
Experience this Gospel retelling of the Nativity through high energy music and extraordinary dance. Acclaimed poet Langston Hughes creates a unique theatrical experience by using dialogue, narration, gospel songs and folk spirituals to celebrate cultural traditions and the birth of the Christ.
Originally premiering in 1961, it was one of the first plays Off-Broadway written by an African American and has been presented around the world over the last 60 years.
The production is happening at the Helgeson Learning Lab at GREAT Theatre at December 9th to the 19th.

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

St. Cloud State Women's Hockey vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers
2022-12-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Ridder Arena
St. Cloud State Women’s Hockey vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers
Game 1 Fri. 6:00 p.m.
Play-by-play: Max Steigauf
Color: Zac Chapman
Listen on: 97.5 FM RadioX

Lightwire Theatre presents: A Very Electric Christmas at CSB-SJU
2022-12-10 14:00 - 19:30 | MN
The College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University’s Fine Art series is presenting Lightwire Theatre: A Very Electric Christmas.
You can make the season bright with a charming new tale told in vibrant lights, artistic dance and a score filled with holiday-favorite songs. Since you first saw them on America’s Got Talent Lightwire Theater has been mesmerizing audiences worldwide with skill, grace and eye-catching light shows. By combining the arts of puppetry, theater and dance. The show features the tale of a misguided bird named Max who ends up at the North Pole for Christmas, it will warm hearts and have the spirit of the season shining through.
The concert is Saturday, December 10 at 2 p.m.. and 7:30 p.m.. in the Escher Auditorium at the College of St. Benedict.

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

St. Cloud State Women's Hockey vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers
2022-12-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Herb Brooks National Hockey Center
St. Cloud State Women’s Hockey vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers
Game 2 Sat. 3:00 p.m.
Play-by-play: Max Steigauf
Color: Zac Chapman
Listen on: 97.5 FM RadioX

An Andy and Bing Christmas is a Christmas
2022-12-13 13:30 - 19:30 | MN
The Paramount Center for the Arts presents An Andy and Bing Christmas is a Christmas gala affair that is a throwback to the era of classic Christmas shows.
This performance celebrates Christmas albums of Bing Crosby and Andy Williams supported by the 16-piece “Elegance Orchestra.” You can enjoy beloved Christmas songs performed and led by Super Bowl Champion, Ben Utecht, Twin Cities favorite Cate Fierro and Minnesota Music and Midwest Music Hall of Fame Recipient, Mick Sterling.
There are two shows on Tuesday, December 13th, one at 1:30 p.m. and the second show at 7:30 p.m.

Radio: There’s more information at KVSC.org, visit the Area Events page.

St. Cloud Crush Girl's Hockey vs. Willmar
2022-12-13 19:00 - 21:00 | MAC
St. Cloud Crush Girl’s Hockey vs. Willmar
Tue. 7:00 p.m.
Play-by-play: Carl Goenner
Listen on: KVSC Sports Stream

Breakfast Club with Stearns History Museum
2022-12-14 09:00 - 10:00 | MN
The Stearns History Museum is hosting their December Breakfast Club.
Attendees will learn about the German-Catholic heritage of Stearns County with Jeanette Blonigen Clancy. You’re invited to learn more as she talks about the idiosyncrasies that make Stearns County unique. A lifetime resident of the county,
she authored the centennial histories of Albany and Avon, hand as written numerous articles for the Crossings newsletter, including the most recent, a series called “Conversations with Olivia.”
Breakfast Club is Wednesday, December 14th at 9 a.m. at the Stearns History Museum. There is a small fee for non-members.

Christmas with the Nelsons at the Paramount
2022-12-14 13:30 - 19:30 | MN
The Paramount Center for the Arts is hosting Christmas with the Nelsons.
This heart-warming multi-media live concert experience stars the third generation of #1 Nelson Family hitmakers, Matthew and Gunnar Nelson. A genuine blend of Everly Brothers-style harmonies and Smothers Brothers-style comedy, multi-platinum recording artists Matthew and Gunnar have been thrilling sellout audiences world-wide for the past decade with their high-integrity Ricky Nelson Remembered show… and they’ve got a new gift for you to open.
There are two concerts on Wednesday, December 14th, one at 1:30 p.m. and the second at 7:30 p.m.

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

Granite City Radio Theatre with Steve Roehm
2022-12-14 19:30 - 21:30 | MN
KVSC’s Granite City Radio Theatre’s 11th season continues with the talent and wit of Minneapolis-based musician Steve Roehm. You may know him as the vibraphonist with The New Standards, Twilight Hours or Vic Volare. Steve Roehm is also a percussion teacher at the MacPhail Center for Music.
We’re delighted to welcome his musical talent on Wednesday, December 14th with the world’s best house band, Collective Unconscious.
KVSC’s 11th season of Granite City Radio Theatre at the historic Pioneer Place Theater and Veranda Lounge is a fun-filled evening of live music, comedic sketches, The Shades Brigade radio noir drama, the trivia challenge and much more!
The live radio program, with you in the live audience begins sharply at 7:30 p.m.
Granite City Radio Theatre is supported in part by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Free Holiday Concert at Waite Park Library
2022-12-16 12:00 - 13:00 | MN
The Great River Regional Library in Waite Park is hosting the Gerard-Johnson Duo for a Holiday Concert.
You’re invited to celebrate the holiday season with the ethereal sounds of harp and flute. Join the Gerard-Johnson Duo (Emily Gerard, harp & Julie Johnson, flute) as they perform a program of their own holiday arrangements. The concert is open to o all ages.
The free concert is Friday, December 16 from Noon to 1:00 p.m.

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

St. Cloud State Women's Basketball vs. Moorhead
2022-12-16 17:30 - 19:30 | Halenbeck Hall
St. Cloud State Women’s Basketball vs. Moorhead
Game 1 Fri. 5:30 p.m.
Play-by-play: Carl Goenner
Listen on: 97.5 FM RadioX

St. Cloud State Men's Basketball vs. Moorhead
2022-12-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Halenbeck Hall
St. Cloud State Men’s Basketball vs. Moorhead
Game 1 Fri. 7:30 p.m.
Play-by-play: Ryan McNamara
Color: Carl Goenner
Listen on: 97.5 FM RadioX

Paws to Read at St. Cloud Library
2022-12-17 10:30 - 11:30 | MN
The Great River Regional Library is hosting a children’s event called Paws to Read.
You’re invited to visit the Library to read with a Furry Friend! Certified therapy animals, including a dog or two, will be on hand to listen as you read a story. It’s lots of fun to read when a friendly animal is your audience! This activity is recommended for or ages 4 to 12.
The next Paws to Read is Saturday, December 17th from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the St. Cloud Library.

St. Cloud State Women's Basketball vs. Moorhead
2022-12-17 15:30 - 17:30 | Halenbeck Hall
St. Cloud State Women’s Basketball vs. Moorhead
Game 2 Sat. 3:30 p.m.
Play-by-play: Carl Goenner
Listen on: 97.5 FM RadioX

St. Cloud State Men's Basketball vs. Moorhead
2022-12-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Halenbeck Hall
St. Cloud State Men’s Basketball vs. Moorhead
Game 2 Sat. 5:30 p.m.
Play-by-play: Ryan Mcnamara
Color: Carl Goenner
Listen on: 97.5 FM RadioX

George Maurer Group Holiday Show
2022-12-19 19:30 - 21:00 | MN
The Paramount Center for the Arts is presenting the George Maurer Group Holiday Show.
Celebrating its 25th year at the Paramount, the George Maurer Group returns to the stage for one of theirr most popular holiday traditions. With holiday tunes you know and love, plus some new surprises, George Maurer, Ann Michels and the rest of the gang bring the jazz and turn up the fun this December.
The show is Monday, December 19th at 7:30 p.m.

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

Rock and Roll Christmas Spectacular
2022-12-20 - 2022-12-23 | MN
Celebrating our 18th year in 2022 you’re invited to a holiday tradition at the Paramount Center for the Arts, the Rock and Roll Spectacular.
Join an all-star cast of musicians as they rock their way through timeless holiday classics and bring new takes on hit songs you didn’t even know were holiday classics. You’ll hear Christmas standards like Silent Night, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Rockin’ Round the Christmas Tree, The Little Drummer Boy and many more like you’ve never heard them performed before!
The shows are Tuesday, December 20th through Thursday, December 23rd at 7:30 p.m.

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

St. Cloud Tech Girl's Basketball vs. Monticello
2022-12-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Monticello
St. Cloud Tech Girl’s Basketball vs. Monticello
Tue. 7:00 p.m.
Play-by-play: Gavin Nelson
Listen on: KVSC Sports Stream
