Black History Month: Celebrating Black Arts and Culture, Thursday, Feb. 27, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., JX Venue, 123 Second Street North Stillwater, Minn. Hosted by the Black Employee Network, an employee resource group at Washington County, the event will feature an experience of live performances to recognize the rich history and vibrant future of Black arts and culture.
Black History Month Event, Thursday, Feb. 27, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Woodbury High School, 2665 Woodlane Dr., Woodbury.
Glen Everhart Acoustic Loop Artist, Friday, Feb. 28, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., 3rd Act Craft Brewery, 4120 Radio Dr, Woodbury. Live music event. Everhart performs unique arrangements of songs of all genres from the 60’s to contemporary hits. He creates “loops” – short segments of percussion, guitar, and vocals – that fit together to create complete versions of songs.
Roots & Rhythm, Black History Month event, Friday, Feb. 28, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m at East Ridge High School, 4200 Pioneer Dr., Woodbury. Hosted by Black Student Union, this event will celebrate the legacy of Black excellence, resilience, and struggle. Free.
Dog Adoption Event, Saturday, Mar. 1, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Dogtopia of Woodbury, 783 Radio Dr #106, Woodbury. Event sponsored by Dogtopia and Rescue Network. The public invited to this special adoption event.
Rhythm of Life Chorus & Orchestra Concert, Sunday, Mar. 2, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., New Life Church, 6758 Bailey Rd., Woodbury. The Woodbury Chorus & Orchestra, under the direction of Cindy Martinson and partnering with the New Life Academy Concert Choir, will present a concert of uplifting choral and orchestral music in a variety of settings including: Africa, Baba Yetu, Festival Gloria, Glow and much more. Admission is free. Proceeds from the free will offering will benefit the Friends in Need Food Shelf of St. Paul Park.
Examining How Media Misleads, Manipulates, and Divides, Tuesday, Mar. 4, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Woodland Hills Church, 1740 Van Dyke St., Saint Paul (near Maplewood). Hosted by Braver Angels Twin Cities East Metro. Free but you’re asked to register. In this practical, hands-on workshop we will use resources from AllSides to practice examining the tactics of modern media (i.e. spin, ad hominem, slant, flawed logic, etc.) From the AllSides website: “Journalism is tied to a set of ethical standards and values, including truth and accuracy, fairness and impartiality, and accountability. However, journalism today [from both Red and Blue sources] often strays from objective fact, resulting in biased news and endless examples of media bias. Media bias isn’t necessarily a bad thing. But hidden bias misleads, manipulates and divides us.” For more information, contact [email protected].
Third Annual Woodbury Spring & Craft Show, Sunday, Mar. 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., M Health Fairview Sports Center, 4125 Radio Dr, Woodbury. Handmade craft exhibitors and small businesses. Woodworkers, knots, embroidery, crocheted items, lights, metal art, wood signs, cosmetics, beauty and wellness products, art, photographers, bakers, candy, jams and jellies.
Family Bingo, Sunday, Mar. 9, at 1 p.m., 3rd Act Craft Brewery, 4120 Radio Dr, Woodbury. Seating starts at noon. Come out to support the free Basic Needs Food Market! Only $2 per Bingo card and we play 10 games!
Japan Preview Concert, Sunday, Mar. 9, at 3 p.m. King of Kings Church, 1583 Radio Dr, Woodbury. Join the Saint Paul Civic Symphony for this free concert highlighting music that will be featured in a joint SPCS/Nagasaki Symphony Orchestra concert in Japan this summer!
Tea Talks: 2023-2024 Historic Courthouse Preservation Project, Friday, Mar. 14, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Washington County Historic Courthouse, 101 West Pine Street, Stillwater, Minn. Nibble pastries, sip tea and coffee, and enjoy a presentation by Parks Coordinator Jack Nilsen on the courthouse preservation project. Cost: $15 per person. Registration required.
Peter and the Wolf, East Metro Symphony Orchestra, Sunday, Mar. 16, at 3 p.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 2499 North Helen Street, North St. Paul, Minn. Admission to this concert is free. Donations in support of the orchestra’s work in the community are always appreciated.
A Community Conversation on Racial Justice with Dr. Yohuru Williams, Wednesday, Mar. 19, 5 p.m. M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital Auditorium, 1925 Woodwinds Dr., St Paul. The Woodbury Racial Equity Collaborative invites you to a powerful evening of education, dialogue, and community building at our upcoming Speaker Series event: Six Degrees of Segregation featuring Dr. Yohuru Williams. Dr. Williams, a leading voice in racial justice education, will explore six key areas where racial disparities continue to impact our communities, including employment, housing, education, and voting. Free event, but registration is required.
Minnesota in World War Two with Col. Don Patton, Thursday, Mar. 20, at the Stillwater Event Center, 1910 S. Greeley Street – next door to the Washington County Heritage Center. World War 2 Roundtable President Col. Don Patton will be the featured speaker for the Washington County Historical Society Annual Meeting. He will highlight the Minnesotans who played major roles during WWII and contributions from companies on the home front. Col. Patton was the Commander of the 882nd Personnel Service Company, Commander of the 407th Civil Affairs Battalion and Commander, 13th Psyops Battalion. He retired after 30 years of Service as Colonel. Social hour at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. and the annual meeting at 7:30 p.m. The event is open to the public and the cost is $25 for WCHS members and $30 for nonmembers. Seating is limited and organizers expect a large attendance. Reservations are required in advance.
Spring Equinox Forest Bathing, Saturday, Mar. 22, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park. 9653 Keats Avenue South Cottage Grove, Minn. Experience an ancient wellness practice being rediscovered anew in the 21st century. Join us on an immersive, meditative, and awe-inspiring Japanese forest bathing experience (Shinrin-Yoku). See first-hand how nature’s fractals, sounds, and sensations reduce your stress and anxiety, and enhance your focus. Give yourself permission to slow down and connect your senses to the healing beauty of our county’s green forested spaces. Space is limited. Cost: $45/person each session. A Washington County park vehicle permit is required ($7/daily or $30/annual).
Tenth Annual Short Film Festival & Food Drive, Sunday, Mar. 23, at 5 p.m. at Woodbury 10 Theatre, 1470 Queens Drive. Admission to see local short films is two canned goods per person. Click the link for a list of films.
