Frozen River Film Festival Celebrates 20 Years with New Film Series
2025-04-05 - 2025-04-12, 2025-04-06 - 2025-04-13, 2025-04-07 - 2025-04-14, 2025-04-08 - 2025-04-15, 2025-04-09 - 2025-04-16, 2025-04-10 - 2025-04-17, 2025-04-11 - 2025-04-18, 2025-04-12 - 2025-04-19 and 1 more date | MN
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This year the Frozen River Film Festival (FRFF) will be celebrating 20 years of bringing documentary films and filmmakers to Winona. The festival begins Sunday, February 9, (You can still get home in time to watch the Super Bowl!) and runs through Sunday, February 16. This year’s event will feature the World Premiere of FRFF’s self-produced documentary, Beneath the Ice: The Frozen River Film Festival Story. Learn more.

Two-Day Workshop at MMAM: “Mindful Threads: Sewing Garments with Lindsay Krage”
2025-04-05 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-04-06 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Minnesota Marine Art Museum, 800 Riverview Dr., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Two-Day Workshop: Saturday and Sunday
Registration Required | Tuition $250 | MMAM member rate of $240
Minnesota Marine Art Museum | 800 Riverview Dr.
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Aspiring sewists are invited to develop their garment-making skills in the upcoming workshop led by instructor Lindsay Krage. Participants will learn the basics of sewing a beginner-friendly garment using the size-inclusive Ruby Vest pattern by Syd Graham Patterns. The workshop will cover essential skills including pattern preparation, sizing, basic terminology, and the process of following pattern directions. Learn more.

WAC Features Workshop: Breath, Body & Bowls
2025-04-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Winona Arts Center, 228 E 5th St., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Cost | Freewill donation | Registration by Email Required
Winona Arts Center | 228 E 5th St.
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The Winona Arts Center is excited to bring this opportunity to integrate conscious breathwork, restorative movements, and the soothing sounds and vibrations of Tibetan singing bowls. Instructors Joan Filla and Angeline Finch will guide the practice. Registration via email required. Limited to 35 people. Learn more.

Clay Workshops at Island City Clayspace
2025-04-05 13:00 - 16:00 | Island City Clayspace, 275 E 3rd St, Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Clay: Planter & Drainage Tray
Saturday, April 5 | 1-4 pm
Clay: Coil-Built Vase
Saturday, May 17 | 1-4 pm
Registration $29 | Materials $15
Island City Clayspace | 275 E 3rd St
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Have fun creating something useful in clay! Island City Clayspace is offering two ceramic workshops this spring, taught by active potter and ceramic sculptor Anne Scott Plummer, a retired Winona State University art professor. Both workshops are for adults and teens aged 14 and older, and include materials, use of tools, and firing. Limited to nine participants. Learn more.

Patina at Old Main in Galesville on Saturday, April 5
2025-04-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Old Main Cultural Center, 20869 S College Ave., Galesville, WI, 54630, United States
Old Main Cultural Center | 20869 College Avenue Galesville, WI
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Come out to Old Main Cultural Center in Galesville, WI, on Saturday, April 5, to hear the band Patina. The performance runs from 7-9 pm. Enjoy the band’s mix of traditional and contemporary Celtic, folk, and original instrumentals and vocals. Learn more.

Commonweal Theatre Presents The Half-Life of Marie Curie
2025-04-05 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-04-06 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-04-10 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-04-11 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-04-12 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-04-13 13:30 - 15:30 | Commonweal Theatre, 208 Parkway Ave. N, Lanesboro, MN, United States
Commonweal Theatre Company | 208 Parkway Ave N, Lanesboro, MN
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Don’t miss this wonderful production of The Half-Life of Marie Curie, directed by Jaclyn June Johnson and featuring Commonweal ensemble members Stela Burdt and Laurie Roberts. The play is based on a true story that illuminates the indomitable power of friendship between two extraordinary scientists. Learn more.

Storytelling Hour with Sufian Zhemukhov
2025-04-06 14:00 - 15:00 | cafe congo, 161 West Broadway, Winona, MN, 55987, United States
First Congregational Church | 161 W Broadway St

Join award-winning author and storyteller, Sufian Zhemukhov, for a full hour of captivating storytelling. His stories are based on his personal experience as a first-generation Russian immigrant. Goodwill donations will help support the Sandbar Storytelling Festival. Learn more.

Winona Brass Band Spring Concert
2025-04-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Winona Middle School Auditorium, 1570 Homer Rd, Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Free to the Public | Donations Appreciated
Winona Middle School Auditorium | 1570 Homer Rd
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The Winona Brass Band concludes their 31st season with a spring concert at the Winona Middle School Auditorium. The ensemble is excited to return to the Middle School stage for their second performance this season featuring a variety of pieces, both old and new. Learn more.

Gate City Jazz Band Performs First Sunday Each Month
2025-04-06 17:00 - 19:00 | MN
First Sunday of Each Month | 5-7 pm
Westfield Golf Course | 1460 W 5th St
No Cover Charge
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The Gate City Jazz Band is rising from the ashes of the Blackhorse restaurant where they regularly played, to once again perform in their new location at the Westfield Golf Course restaurant. Performances are the first Sunday of each month, 5-7 pm for your listening and toe-tapping pleasure. Come enjoy the cuisine and music at the same time. No cover charge. Learn more.

MMAM Presents ‘Water Music’ Gala
2025-04-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Minnesota Marine Art Museum, 800 Riverview Dr., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
$20 Members | $25 Nonmembers | $5 Students
Minnesota Marine Art Museum | 800 Riverview Dr
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The Minnesota Marine Art Museum Chamber Concerts season closes with another interactive event, featuring a festive performance of the work that inspired the vision of the entire series, George Frideric Handel’s Water Music. The wonderful Winona Symphony Orchestra musicians masterfully embrace this momentous work that encapsulates the close connection between music and nature. Handel’s timeless music speaks to all audiences and will bring to life a season of sun, warmth, and delight. Learn more.

Sugarloaf Theatre Presents — Warp to Winona
2025-04-11 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-12 08:00 - 21:00 | MN
Tickets for Performance: $10
New Life Chinese Christian Center | 401 E 8th St
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In a 24-hour time period, Sugarloaf Theatre is offering a chance to experience going from nothing to performance time with three fun and short sci-fi-themed plays. Warp indeed! Community members are invited to join in the fun as actors (no experience necessary) or enjoy the final performance. See Page details for participation and performance times. Learn more.

WAC Offers Pastel Painting Class with Betsy Midthun
2025-04-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Winona Arts Center, 228 E 5th St., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Cost | $40/members | $45/nonmembers
Registration Required
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Winona Arts Center welcomes Betsy Midthun for the Pleasure of Pastel Painting. Pastel is an immensely satisfying medium and is ideal for beginners. Participants will paint two small paintings that will focus on values, shapes, layout, and design, the importance of lights and darks and, of course, color. No experience needed. All materials provided. Learn more.

MMAM Hosts Spring Seasonal Saturday: Whale of a Time
2025-04-12 10:00 - 16:00 | Minnesota Marine Art Museum, 800 Riverview Dr., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
$1 Admission
Minnesota Marine Art Museum | 800 Riverview Dr.
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The Minnesota Marine Art Museum (MMAM) invites visitors to its Spring Seasonal Saturday: Whale of a Time program on Saturday, April 12, 2025. This lively event, inspired by MMAM’s newest exhibition, A Spectacle in Motion: The Grand Panorama of a Whaling Voyage ‘Round the World, offers an engaging day of art, music, and community activities. Learn more.

Musicians John Smith & Dan Sebranek Perform at WAC
2025-04-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Winona Arts Center, 228 E 5th St., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Cost | $15/advance | $20/door
Winona Arts Center | 228 E 5th St.
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The Winona Arts Center is happy to host two favorite local musicians, John Smith and Dan Sebranek. The concert begins at 7 pm with coffeehouse and gallery opening at 6 pm. There is a cash bar for wine and beer. Learn more.

Disney Dance Night – Where Magic Meets the Dance Floor!
2025-04-12 19:00 - 22:30 | Winona Athletic Club, 773 E 5th St., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Adults $15 | Students (College/High School) $10
Winona Athletic Club | 773 E 5th St
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Calling all ballroom dancers and Disney lovers! Get ready for a night of enchantment as River City Dancers bring your favorite Disney moments to life —one dance step at a time. Whether you’re channeling your inner prince, princess, or even a charming villain, this is your chance to waltz, swing, and cha-cha through a fairytale! Learn more.
