Bands, Bloodys & Other Area Bullshit
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Choo Choo! Gravy Train is steaming into Ed’s Saturday!
What’s that I hear? It—it—it sounds like a TRAIN! CHOO CHOO! It’s Gravy Train! (Winona’s happiest band!) Comprised of seven men, all born musicians—each half gravy, half train, this band is guaranteed to make you move. And get out the way, they are steaming to stage this Saturday the 18th 9:00 PM @Ed’s! You won’t…
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Contagious Toys Opens Its Doors To Winona
Contagious Toys is now open to the public! The toy store’s owner, WSU graduate Mike Onstad, has quietly had their current space for over a year, but sales were strictly online. Thankfully, as of December 9th, the store is open for all to stop in and play, browse, and buy! Onstad stresses that he has…
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Silky-soft skin: DIY Sugar Scrub using three pantry staples
Sugar scrub is at the top of the list of body care products I no longer purchase. Not because I don’t like it, but because it’s really expensive at stores, and I found a great recipe that I can whip up without going to the store to buy ingredients―they’re already in the pantry. If you…
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Live @the Levee: Holiday Edition
Live @the Levee will hold its second concert and first ever Annual Holiday Edition, December 21st 12-8 pm @Levee Park, in a huge heated tent, where Main Street meets the Mississippi River! What is Live @the Levee? A series of free, day-long music festivals held at Levee Park, Downtown Winona. How did Live @the Levee begin?…
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The Huntress Project: Overcoming Substance Abuse
I have a story to share. A story that I am now tied to and have my own little part in. Maybe after I tell the story, you will find your part. Meet Teri Tenseth Market. Some of you may know her from her work at KQAL, the WSU radio station, or perhaps you’ve met…
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Real hot chocolate: easier than you think
I learned how to make real hot chocolate recently from the Pioneer Woman*. I’ve made it twice, and have decided it’s the most wonderful thing. Her original recipe is here, complete with beautiful, in-action photos, but I will sum it up for you in 50 words or less: REAL HOT CHOCOLATE 1 part half &…
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Winona Oratorio Chorus Rehearses “Elijah”
The Winona Oratorio Chorus rehearses ELIJAH, an oratorio by Felix Mendelssohn prior to their Saturday, November 16th performance at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Winona. This explosive and lyrical telling of the story of Elijah is drawn largely from the Biblical episodes of the prophet, and Felix Mendelssohn’s dramatic, emotional oratorio is considered…
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Julia Nunes comes to Winona
Last week, I had the pleasure and privilege of witnessing the talents and charms of the YouTube famous Julia Nunes live, and right here in Winona, in fact. To be honest, I had no idea she was even in town until an hour before her show. I received a text message from my friend, Casey…
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Don’t miss Handmade Neighborhood
You always say you’re going to get holiday gift shopping done early…and here’s your opportunity! Handmade Neighborhood is holding its 9th sale on Saturday, November 23 at the Winona History Center. Visit the sale from 9am to 3pm to kick start your holiday shopping for everyone on your list (and and maybe sneak a little something for yourself, too!).…
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Odell Brewing and Boat House- A perfect pair
Until recently, food pairings were mostly done with wine, and beer pairings were generally thought of as nothing more than what kind of pizza or wings you’d eat while downing pale lagers. With the craft beer surge, we have many more choices of style, color, and flavor to work with, making beer and food pairings…
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Winona Brass Band Celebrates 20 Years
Happy 20th Anniversary to the Winona Brass Band! How do we thank them for twenty years of delighting audiences right here in Winona? This is the fun part, we get to attend three shows full of all the brassy fun you’d ever need. A win for everyone! Winona’s Brass Band is considered a British style…
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Doctor Bob at Boats and Bluegrass
Robert Armstrong aka Doctor Bob performs one of his infamous puppet shows for the crowds at Boats and Bluegrass. Doctor Bob has entertained Winona for years with his eccentric puppeteering and musical performances. Boats and Bluegrass is a music festival that takes place annually in September at Prairie Island Campground. photo by Tanya Jean Bruss…