Community Spirit

Design the 2013 Rochesterfest Button

Submitted by James Wilcox, ABC 6 News Anchor

Monday, January 28th, 2013, 9:50pm

TO ENTER:

You must be a resident of Olmsted County

Submit entry on 8 ½ x 11” sheet (enter as often as you like)

Submit in the form of a circle

Name, address and phone number on back of entry

Design must include – dates of festival - June 21 – 30, 2013, “Cheers, Bring on the Fest”, and the words - Rochester, MN.

Deadline:

Must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Monday, February 25th, 2013

Mail to:
Rochesterfest, P.O. Box 007, Rochester, MN 55903

Or deliver to Rochesterfest office - skyway level – Mayo Civic Center.

The chosen design will be used in all Rochesterfest advertising and in the brochure.
The winner will receive $500.00 and will be notified by March 4.

The top 10 entries will be posted on Facebook on February 26 – voting will close on March 3 at 5:00 p.m.

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Trampled By Turtles Coming to Rochester

Submitted by James Wilcox, ABC 6 News Anchor

Friday, January 18th, 2013, 6:35pm

Trampled By Turtles is a band from Duluth, Minnesota. The band members have referenced inspirations such as Townes Van Zandt, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, The Rolling Stones, Nirvana and Ralph Stanley. They'll be performing at Rochester's Mayo Civic Center Tuesday, May 7th. Tickets are now on sale for $25. To purchase go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 1-800-745-3000.

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Student Becomes Finalist, You Can Help School Win $10,000!

Submitted by James Wilcox, ABC 6 News Anchor

Monday, January 14th, 2013, 6:16pm

Student Becomes Finalist, You Can Help School Win $10,000!

Rochester Catholic Schools is proud to announce that third grader, Kyle Pido, of St. John the Evangelist/St. Pius X School has been named 1 of 12 finalist in Scotties national “Trees Rock” video contest. St. John the Evangelist/St. Pius X School is eligible to win $10,000 in prize money for sustainable projects such as tree plantings, outdoor classrooms, playgrounds and gardens.

Kids who entered the contests were required to create a video up to 3 minutes on the importance of trees - to themselves, their school and their community. “I am excited about the valuable experience and possibilities this brings for Kyle and grateful for those who are supporting us,” said Don Valentine, Principal at St. John the Evangelist/St. Pius X School.

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"Honk, Squeak, Scratch, Boom!" Saturday

Submitted by James Wilcox, ABC 6 News Anchor

Wednesday, January 9th, 2013, 6:30pm

Rochester Symphony Orchestra & Chorale (RSOC) Education Program proudly presents the annual Honk, Squeak, Scratch, Boom! (HSSB) -- a musical petting zoo for students in grades fourth to sixth -- this Saturday, January 12, 2013 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Mayo Civic Center. HSSB offers young students the opportunity to play a variety of band and orchestra instruments under the guidance of RSOC professional musicians. This educational program is free and open to student's grades 4th through 6th, with accompaniment of a parent or other adult. For more information visit rochestersymphony.org.

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Luther College Symphony Orchestra to Perform

Submitted by James Wilcox, ABC 6 News Anchor

Wednesday, January 9th, 2013, 6:14pm

Luther College Symphony Orchestra to Perform

The Luther College Symphony Orchestra will present a concert of works by Wagner, Elgar and Tchaikovsky at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31 in the Rochester Century High School, 2525 Viola Road NE, Rochester, as part of their January 2013 tour. The concert is open to the public with no charge for admission. A freewill offering will be taken.

The program begins with one of the best-loved operatic overtures of the 19th century, the Prelude to Act One of "Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg" by Richard Wagner.

Edward Elgar's Cello Concerto in E minor will follow, with Eric Kutz, Luther associate professor of music, as the soloist on cello.

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SocialICE, Rochester's Ice Bar is Back!

Submitted by James Wilcox, ABC 6 News Anchor

Tuesday, January 8th, 2013, 6:05pm

SocialICE—Rochester Minnesota’s Ice Bar, features seven 12-foot ice uniquely designed and themed ice bars. Each bar will have a unique theme along with a signature drink. Bar themes range from Ice Games, where you can participate in games made of ice, to Mardi Gras. The hours of operation will expand this year and be open from 4:00-10:00pm. Be sure to bring your camera to snap some photographs of the exceptional photo opportunities. Enjoy the ambiance of the ice and lighting as you sit in the ice lounge, drink from real ice glasses, and enjoy live music. Live bands perform in the skyway overlooking the crowds below on the Peace Plaza, with the music piped outdoors. New this year will be live ice carving demonstrations and kids’ activities from 4:00-6:00pm, each night. Also, check out the Wall office, featuring ice sculptures sponsored by several downtown businesses.

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Auditions for Young Actors

Submitted by James Wilcox, ABC 6 News Anchor

Tuesday, January 8th, 2013, 5:53pm

Words Player Theatre is holding Auditions for two upcoming shows! Auditions will be held January 22nd from 5:00 - 8:00 and January 23rd from 5:00 - 7:00. Auditions are at Words Player Theatre at 14 4th Street SW in Rochester. People planning to audition need to attend a discussion at the theatre prior to auditions. It is set for January 15th from 5:30 to 7:00.

Ages 6 - 10 The adventures of a young boy who runs away with an old alley cat to rescue a flying baby dragon on a far away island. Audition either date. You'll complete some paperwork prior to auditioning -- please come with any schedule conflicts so you can let us know those right away. The audition will be short and will include some theatrical games. It will be fun, we promise. Once you've auditioned, you can leave. We'll notify you by email or phone call of the casting decision. Performances March 8 & 9 at 7pm

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