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Local naturalist inspired children's book
Cotter Schools alum and former Winona resident Melissa Rousu recently wrote and published her debut children’s book, “Grandpa Loved Wild Things,” about her grandfather, Bill Drazkowski, a longtime Winona resident active in the Winona Bird Club, a nature photographer, and raptor rehabilitator. Drazkowski passed away in 2017,...
Composer, ensemble to debut ‘Whitewater’ August 24
Composer Jared Steven Coffin is excited to announce the project “Whitewater,” an evening of music about Minnesota conservation, premiering August 2024. This project is in collaboration with 10th Wave Chamber Music Collective, a Minnesota based musician-led ensemble, which will be premiering the piece. The project explores the soundscape ecology of wildlife-human interaction and the importance of conservation work for the continuation of wildlife habitat. “Whitewater” is supported by the Eric Stokes Fund, Earth’s Best in Tune award.
Art Hounds: Judy Ofronio’s organic sculptures
From MPR News, Art Hounds are members of the Minnesota arts community who look beyond their own work to highlight what’s exciting in local art. Their recommendations are lightly edited from the audio heard in the player above. Want to be an Art Hound? Submit here. Winona wonders. Stephanie...
‘Hamlet’ and ‘Much Ado’ — Terrifying gaslighting still lives
If you love live theater and have not yet experienced the world class greatness of the Great River Shakespeare Festival, you have the opportunity to see the very best of the best bring “Hamlet” to life in the next two weeks. The entire cast is fabulous, and Tarah Flanagan as Hamlet is not to be missed. I just saw the play last Saturday and wish I had been able to alert you earlier to this wonderful opportunity. I plan to see “Much Ado About Nothing” next weekend, and I know I am in for another memorable treat! How lucky we are to have this amazing talent in our midst. Please attend and be absorbed by unforgettable storytelling. Thank you, GRSF!
This Historic Grocery Store In Minnesota Has Been A Local Icon Since 1856
In the heart of Minnesota, where nostalgia fills the air, you’ll find a grocery store that has been serving the local community with a smile and a helping hand since 1856. B & B’s Fremont Store in Utica is more than just a place to pick up your milk and eggs—it’s a living museum, a testament to the enduring spirit of small-town America.
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