John Rust author of his book "Exploring Wilderness from Heart Racing Adventure to Tranquility" will be sharing his adventures April 1 @ 7 pm. Event held in the Interpretive Center Classroom - Free & Open to All!
Bring your friends and family to see AUSTIN, MN on the big screen! John McGivern's Main Street premiere showing of their episode featuring our own Austin MN! The Historic Paramount Theatre will be hosting this event. Doors open at 5:30 PM and popcorn will be be available for purchase. Episode showing starts at 6 pm. […]
This adult choir will enjoy singing and performing music from all genres. The group will perform twice per year including a collaborative concert with The MacPhail Children’s Choir. Members will have small group opportunities to serve the community through song. Register here: https://www.macphail.org/course/macphail-community-choir-austin/ Instructor contact: Scott Blankenbaker [email protected]
Every Tuesday night at Hoot and Ole’s we will have trivia through the Atmosphere app on our TV’s. Come on down and test your skills on random knowledge trivia. 5 rounds of trivia with prizes for each round and the overall winner for the night
Join us for 30 minutes of fun story time. Meet in the large meeting room of the library. Different themes or subjects highlighted in the 3 or books read each week. You may also want to stay on for Wake Up and Wiggle, when we will dance to action songs for another 30 minutes. You […]
Geared towards ages 8-18 *a small snack will be provided Kids (ages 8+) looking for open-ended inspiration will thrive at this monthly event hosted by Education Coordinator Jenna Viehauser. Focus on trying out new techniques with a variety of materials. Free for members, $5 for non-members, registration required.
Stop out at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center and check out the book sale in the Ruby Rupner Auditorium. This annual fundraiser is hosted by The Friends of the Library April 4th member sale: 4pm to 7pm April 5th open to public: 9am to 5pm April 6th open to public: 9am to 5pm April […]
Geared towards ages 18+ Instructor: Willow Gentile Paint your PET! Turn your pet into a POP ICON! We embrace bright colors and apply vibrant acrylic paint to a hand sketched portrait of your pet! Willow hand draws each 16x20" canvas for you. Learn a new technique of turning the very day image of your pet […]
Stop out at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center and check out the book sale in the Ruby Rupner Auditorium. This annual fundraiser is hosted by The Friends of the Library April 4th member sale: 4pm to 7pm April 5th open to public: 9am to 5pm April 6th open to public: 9am to 5pm April […]
April 5 - June 7, 2024 Rita Prahl: Views from the Heartland & Keith Lawrence Visit the free opening reception on Friday, April 5th 5-7pm Rita Prahl's work dazzles the viewer with powerful emotions of the human experience. Prahl is creating a visual story, to stir the viewer's imagination and to be heard. The viewer […]
Austin Area Arts presents Trace Bundy Fri Apr 5 @ 7:30pm - Doors open at 7 pm Internationally-acclaimed guitar virtuoso Trace Bundy must be seen, not just heard. His music is poetry in motion, using harmonics, looping, multiple capos, and his unique banter and stage presence to deliver an unforgettable live concert experience. Listening to […]
Join us, April 6th, for tossing some bags for Autism at the Hormel Historic Home in Austin, MN. This will be the Annual Bag Battle for Autism Cornhole Tournament. This is a fundraiser to "Help send our kids to camp” at the Hormel Historic Home. All proceeds from the tournament, food and drinks benefit our […]
Stop out at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center and check out the book sale in the Ruby Rupner Auditorium. This annual fundraiser is hosted by The Friends of the Library April 4th member sale: 4pm to 7pm April 5th open to public: 9am to 5pm April 6th open to public: 9am to 5pm April […]
Instructor: Debra D’Souza Geared towards ages 14+ In this one-day glass fusing class, students will design and create two 12” glass plant stakes. These glass beauties will add permanent bloom to your houseplant or outdoor greenery. Debra will guide you through the process as you explore the art of fused glass. Sample will be available […]
Stop out at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center and check out the book sale in the Ruby Rupner Auditorium. This annual fundraiser is hosted by The Friends of the Library April 4th member sale: 4pm to 7pm April 5th open to public: 9am to 5pm April 6th open to public: 9am to 5pm April […]
Enjoy your afternoon out at Riverside Arena to witness power and beauty on ice as Riverside Figure Skating Club presents its annual ice show, Let's Glow Skating! With over 50 skaters performing throughout the show, this Club's production (in its 49th year!) is sure to provide entertainment and amazement for all attendees! Admission at the […]
This adult choir will enjoy singing and performing music from all genres. The group will perform twice per year including a collaborative concert with The MacPhail Children’s Choir. Members will have small group opportunities to serve the community through song. Register here: https://www.macphail.org/course/macphail-community-choir-austin/ Instructor contact: Scott Blankenbaker [email protected]
Every Tuesday night at Hoot and Ole’s we will have trivia through the Atmosphere app on our TV’s. Come on down and test your skills on random knowledge trivia. 5 rounds of trivia with prizes for each round and the overall winner for the night
Join us for 30 minutes of fun story time. Meet in the large meeting room of the library. Different themes or subjects highlighted in the 3 or books read each week. You may also want to stay on for Wake Up and Wiggle, when we will dance to action songs for another 30 minutes. You […]
Come join us at the library for a fun, family oriented trivia event with a digital twist. Open to all ages, 12 & under need an adult. 5-6pm Bring a WiFi capable device to play (smartphone, tablet, chromebook, laptop etc). This month's theme: Boy Bands
DIY Project - Tile Coasters Instructions and materials will be provided. Must be 18+ to participate. Registration required. Contact the Austin Public Library to sign up.
Summerset Theatre will be holding OPEN AUDITIONS for both summer musicals. Audition Dates & Times: Friday, April 12 from 6:00pm-9:00pm All Kids (age 8-16) starting promptly at 6:00pm & Adults from 7:30-9:00pm Saturday, April 13 from 9:00am-Noon All Kids (age 8-16 starting promptly at 9:00am & Adults from 10:30-Noon No Experience Required. Check out our […]
PopROCKS is a high energy immersive experience! Founded in 2006, Pop Rocks consists of a highly-talented backing band, and a rotation of singers who impersonate performers from all genres and eras of music. A typical show consists of two 80-minute sets or a two hour concert with acts that vary from Katy Perry to Ozzy […]
Summerset Theatre will be holding OPEN AUDITIONS for both summer musicals. Audition Dates & Times: Friday, April 12 from 6:00pm-9:00pm All Kids (age 8-16) starting promptly at 6:00pm & Adults from 7:30-9:00pm Saturday, April 13 from 9:00am-Noon All Kids (age 8-16 starting promptly at 9:00am & Adults from 10:30-Noon No Experience Required. Check out our […]
$5.00 Saturday, April 13th from 10:30am- 12pm Geared towards ages 5-10 Instructor: Sylvia Hernandez Kids Studio is held every Saturday during the school year at the Austin ArtWorks Center. We have a variety of instructors teaching these classes each week. Kids Studio is project based and you can expect your kid to come home with […]
Austin Area Arts presents Artrageous Sun Apr 14 @ 2pm The Ultimate Immersive Family Experience! Imagine witnessing the creativity of an artist creating a masterpiece before your eyes in mere moments. Combined with captivating vocals, intricate choreography and exciting music, Artrageous takes you on a visual journey and a high energy ride of inspiration, creativity, […]
Pick up your Peeps Diorama kit starting April 15th. Return by May 1st for display in the library through the month of May. All Ages. Sign up is required.
Author of Gunflint Falling and Gunflint Burning - Cary J. Griffith - will be at Sweet Reads for a Meet & Greet and Book Signing!
This adult choir will enjoy singing and performing music from all genres. The group will perform twice per year including a collaborative concert with The MacPhail Children’s Choir. Members will have small group opportunities to serve the community through song. Register here: https://www.macphail.org/course/macphail-community-choir-austin/ Instructor contact: Scott Blankenbaker [email protected]
Every Tuesday night at Hoot and Ole’s we will have trivia through the Atmosphere app on our TV’s. Come on down and test your skills on random knowledge trivia. 5 rounds of trivia with prizes for each round and the overall winner for the night
Join us for 30 minutes of fun story time. Meet in the large meeting room of the library. Different themes or subjects highlighted in the 3 or books read each week. You may also want to stay on for Wake Up and Wiggle, when we will dance to action songs for another 30 minutes. You […]
Wendy Larson will be speaking about music, musicians, and their venues from the late 1890's to the 1950's. At the Mower County Senior Center. CAll 507-433-2370 to sign up.
Featured Book: Getting Along Amy Gallo -author All books are available at Sweet Reads Book Store. Monthly meeting is held at the Town Center Conference Room. Check out the attached flyer for the whole list of books! Read. Think. Discuss.
Varsity Rejects is a 4-piece cover band that specializes in delivering danceable tunes spanning a vast spectrum of musical eras and genres. We bring the classics back to life and add a modern twist to contemporary hits. From rock anthems to 80's nostalgia, from country tunes to pop chart-toppers, we've got it all covered. Our […]
$5.00 Saturday, April 20th from 10:30am- 12pm Geared towards ages 5-10 Instructor: Sylvia Hernandez Kids Studio is held every Saturday during the school year at the Austin ArtWorks Center. We have a variety of instructors teaching these classes each week. Kids Studio is project based and you can expect your kid to come home with […]
Coral Reefer release and music by Papa J (Follow our Facebook page for more information)
Tickets for this event are available at the door prior to the performance. $5 - Student $10 - Adult
Jazz Show featuring Ellis Rock/Jazz Band and AHS Jazz One with special guests: Southern Minnesota's Real Big Band! Cost is $7 Adults and $5 Youth - Held at Knowlton Auditorium @ Austin High School
Stop in at Gravity Storm for a Trivia Night with Pageturners! Event starts at 7 pm.
Featured book: The Wife Upstairs - by Freida Mcfadden. A combination monthly book club discussion and puzzle solving event. Discuss a book while putting together jigsaw puzzles. Checkout the featured book in the library or on Libby as an ebook or eaudiobook.
Every Tuesday night at Hoot and Ole’s we will have trivia through the Atmosphere app on our TV’s. Come on down and test your skills on random knowledge trivia. 5 rounds of trivia with prizes for each round and the overall winner for the night
The Austin Community Choir & MacPhail Children's Choir presents their spring concert on April 23rd @ 7 pm Concert to be held at Knowlton Auditorium - Austin High School Tickets $10 at door: Free for Students (K-College)
Join us for 30 minutes of fun story time. Meet in the large meeting room of the library. Different themes or subjects highlighted in the 3 or books read each week. You may also want to stay on for Wake Up and Wiggle, when we will dance to action songs for another 30 minutes. You […]
Based on the comic strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schultz Book, Music and Lyrics by Clark Gesner Additional Dialogue by Michael Mayer Additional Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa Directed by Lindsey Duoos Williams April 24, 25, 26, 27 @ 7 pm; April 28 @ 2 pm Frank W. Bridges Theatre Happiness is great musical […]
Join us for an evening of community spirit and art! Free! The Hometown Food Security Project and Hormel Foods invite you to celebrate creative projects from local students, and learn about our efforts to fight food insecurity in Mower County. Bring the kids and family for a gathering filled with creativity and lively conversations. From […]
Based on the comic strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schultz Book, Music and Lyrics by Clark Gesner Additional Dialogue by Michael Mayer Additional Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa Directed by Lindsey Duoos Williams April 24, 25, 26, 27 @ 7 pm; April 28 @ 2 pm Frank W. Bridges Theatre Happiness is great musical […]
Based on the comic strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schultz Book, Music and Lyrics by Clark Gesner Additional Dialogue by Michael Mayer Additional Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa Directed by Lindsey Duoos Williams April 24, 25, 26, 27 @ 7 pm; April 28 @ 2 pm Frank W. Bridges Theatre Happiness is great musical […]
Stop in at Sweet Reads to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day! Give-aways to all shoppers 10-3 or til prizes run out! 10-12 pm Author AJ Sullivan Kids Books! 1-3 pm Author Sara Broers Travel Books!
We are rolling out the red carpet for area prom-goers Saturday, April 27. Stop into the SPAM® Museum for photos before your big night. We will have prom photo props and refreshments just for you!
$5.00 Saturday, April 27th from 10:30am- 12pm Geared towards ages 5-10 Instructor: Tressie Kinney Kids Studio is held every Saturday during the school year at the Austin ArtWorks Center. We have a variety of instructors teaching these classes each week. Kids Studio is project based and you can expect your kid to come home with […]
Hot off the Press Comics and Coffee is offering drink specials and space to bring in a craft and hang out. Writing, drawing, knitting or any other small art project. This will be an autism friendly event. Flags will be available for tables if people want to work in peace. Contact the store if you […]
Based on the comic strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schultz Book, Music and Lyrics by Clark Gesner Additional Dialogue by Michael Mayer Additional Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa Directed by Lindsey Duoos Williams April 24, 25, 26, 27 @ 7 pm; April 28 @ 2 pm Frank W. Bridges Theatre Happiness is great musical […]
Every Tuesday night at Hoot and Ole’s we will have trivia through the Atmosphere app on our TV’s. Come on down and test your skills on random knowledge trivia. 5 rounds of trivia with prizes for each round and the overall winner for the night
Join us for 30 minutes of fun story time. Meet in the large meeting room of the library. Different themes or subjects highlighted in the 3 or books read each week. You may also want to stay on for Wake Up and Wiggle, when we will dance to action songs for another 30 minutes. You […]
Geared towards ages 8-18 *a small snack will be provided Kids (ages 8+) looking for open-ended inspiration will thrive at this monthly event hosted by Education Coordinator Jenna Viehauser. Focus on trying out new techniques with a variety of materials. Free for members, $5 for non-members, registration required.
Hormel Historic Home presents 'Barefoot Becky Polka & Hotdish Bash'! Featuring an assortment of Anita's most beloved hotdishes of all time! Tickets: $15 per person Doors open at 5:15 pm for food. Happy Hour Specials until 6 pm. Concert begins at 6 pm with a Full Service Bar available all evening. https://www.flipcause.com/hosted_widget/event_step2/MTQ3NTkz/256722
The SPAM® Museum presents: Wine Tasting - Thursday, May 2nd Entry $20 21+ Welcome to attend 5 different wines to taste + live music. Tickets available starting 4/15, purchasable with cash.
Sweet Reads will host Paper Wings for a Mini-Nashville Concert - also featuring Brian and Nicki Christianson!
Saturday, May 4th from 10am- 3pm (with one hour lunch break) Saturday, May 18th from 10am- 12pm Instructor: Spencer Johannes Geared towards ages 18+ This crash course is designed to teach you the core foundational skills of the pottery wheel. Whether you’re a beginner or intermediate, this class will allow you both the time and […]
$5.00 Saturday, May 4th from 10:30am- 12pm Geared towards ages 5-10 Instructor: Sylvia Hernandez Kids Studio is held every Saturday during the school year at the Austin ArtWorks Center. We have a variety of instructors teaching these classes each week. Kids Studio is project based and you can expect your kid to come home with […]
The Nature Center will be holding a free open house planetarium event. This event will focus on a 15 minute presentation on some of the following; planets, stars, or constellations.. This event fills up fast! It is first come, first served. Tickets will be handed out for a specific time slot. Max capacity of the […]
The Austin Symphony Orchestra presents Handel's Messiah. It was originally performed as an Easter offering and has been enjoyed by audiences across the globe for 250 years. Under director Sonia Larson, The Austin Symphony Chorus will bring this masterpiece to life.Concerts | Austin Symphony Orchestra of Minnesota (austinmnsymphony.org)
