Celebrating Community Bands

SAVE THE DATE!!!

The River Valley Band will be presenting a concert entitled “Celebrating Community Bands” on Sunday March 5th at 1 p.m. at the Hastings Middle School Auditorium.

Now in its 12th season, the River Valley Band of Hastings continues to deliver entertaining band concert programs to local audiences. This year’s program will also feature special guest artist trumpeter John Huth, a local favorite. “Celebrating Community Bands” will provide the audience not only with a program by the River Valley Band but also by the Rosemount Community Band. Consisting of almost 60 fine musicians, the Rosemount Band will be bringing their own wonderful program for the enjoyment of the audience. Both bands will join on stage for a finale that isn’t seen often, a 110-piece concert band.

So, mark your calendar for Sunday March 5 for “Celebrating Community Bands.”

Hastings Middle School Auditorium
1000 11th St W
Hastings, MN 55033

Free River Valley Band Concert – March

Young People’s Concert – Sunday, March 6 at 3:00 pm

The River Valley Band, under the direction of Tom Maeck invites you to attend a FREE concert. This concert will feature concert band music for the audience but will be of particular interest to children. Musical selections from movies such as “Lion King”, “Star Wars”, and “The Incredibles” will be featured along with other children’s favorites.

Location:
Hastings Middle School Auditorium
1000 11th St W
Hastings, MN 55033

Bring a Food donation for Hastings Family Service.

Your free-will offering for the band will be greatly appreciated!

For more information, please visit River Valley Band Facebook Page

Veterans Day Concert

Don’t miss this free concert to honor our veterans!

The concert will take place on Sunday, November 7, 1 p.m. at the Hastings Middle School Auditorium. The concert will feature Hasting’s own River Valley Band and the 204th Army Band from Fort Snelling.

River Valley Band is sponsored by the Hastings Prescott Area Arts Council and are grateful for their support along with the generous financial support from the Ruth and George Doffing Foundation. River Valley Band wants to thank the Lyle Russell VFW Post #1210 and the American Legion Post #47 for their organization and support of this concert.

Hastings Middle School
1000 11th St W
Hastings, MN 55033

For more information, please visit the River Valley Band Facebook Page

River Valley Band Performance

You are invited! Don’t miss River Valley Band’s final summer concert!

Enjoy this free concert by River Valley Band at Freedom Park in Prescott, WI on Sunday, August 22 at 1:00 p.m.
Bring a lawn chair and a snack to enjoy Sousa Marches along with fun concert music. “Watch the eagles flying along the bluff and the butterflies in the beautiful gardens.”
Meet River Valley Band’s new band director, Mr. Tom Maeck.

For more information, please visit River Valley Band’s Facebook page

Great River Road Visitor & Learning Center
FREEDOM PARK
200 Monroe St., Prescott, WI 54021
Phone: 715-262-0104

Make Music Day 2019

“Join the worldwide Celebration!”

The City of Hastings will be participating in Make Music Day on Friday, June 21.

Bands will perform at local parks throughout the day from 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Please visit the City of Hastings website and Facebook pages for locations and complete details.

All ages are welcome. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.

Excerpt from MAKE MUSIC

“Make Music is a free celebration of music around the world on June 21st. Launched in 1982 in France as the Fête de la Musique, it is now held on the same day in more than 1,000 cities in 120 countries.

Completely different from a typical music festival, Make Music is open to anyone who wants to take part. Every kind of musician — young and old, amateur and professional, of every musical persuasion — pours onto streets, parks, plazas, and porches to share their music with friends, neighbors, and strangers. All of it is free and open to the public.”

Roots in Blue Band Concert

Enjoy a great concert by the USAF Roots in Blue Band!

United States Air Force’s Roots in Blue Band will be performing a concert at the Hastings Rotary Pavilion in Veterans Memorial Levee Park.

This free concert will be held on Wednesday, August 23 from 7 to 8:30 PM.

“Roots in Blue is the newest performing group of the USAF Band of Mid-America. This seven piece popular music group features guitar, bass, drums, piano and vocalists, and is sure to impress audiences of all ages.

Located at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, this ensemble is committed to honoring our veterans and active duty members, communicating esprit de corps, motivation and inspiration, and rendering honor to our Airmen and country across a 10-state region in the Midwest and Southern United States.

Roots in Blue celebrates America’s love for rock, country and popular music. A versatile ensemble, Roots in Blue is adaptable for military functions, community concerts, school assemblies and outdoor festivals. Roots in Blue’s programming suits everything from large venues to small acoustic shows. No matter the audience, Roots in Blue is sure to bring you an unforgettable show!”

Concert location: Hastings Rotary Pavilion, 20 Ramsey Street, Hastings
In case of significant rain fall, the performance will be held at the Hastings Veterans Home at 1200 18th Street East, Hastings

This concert is sponsored by Hastings’ Lyle Russell VFW Post 1210 and the City of Hastings.

Lyle Russell VFW Post 1210 is a 501c (19) charitable tax-deductible organization.

For VFW membership eligibility information, stop by their Post home at 275 West 33rd Street, Suite I, between Highway 61 and 316 in the Crossroads Strip Mall or call (651) 437-8231 or email: vfw1210@gmail.com.
Regular hours of operation are 11 – 2 PM Wednesday and Saturday

Summer Art & Music

August Concert Series at LeDuc Historic Estate

Enjoy a slice of pie as you listen to the music!

Sundays in August 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
21st : The Squires
28th : The Lost Forties

For more info visit LeDuc Historic Estate

“Afterburner” for Autism–Fundraiser Event

Saturday-August 20, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.

More info: Hastings Arts Center

Summer Art in the Park

Painting the River
Friday, August 26th 6 to 8 p.m.

Join BreakAway Arts for an evening of live music and river-inspired art workshop!

“Dreaming of the colors of the Caribbean on a hot summer day? Well, okay . . . maybe our mighty Mississippi isn’t quite this colorful. But, beauty is in the eye of the beholder! Paint your own version of our lovely river on driftwood or a barn roof shingle. Take this keepsake home or to your cabin in the woods.”

$25 per person includes: art workshop (instructor, materials & supplies), live music from Banjo and the Bear & a bottled water or soda.

To register, contact 651-480-6182 or email pmarschall@hastingsmn.gov Drop-in’s welcome!

More info: BreakAway Arts

Music in the Park – Hastings, MN

“Enjoy a variety of musical performances in the Park”

Hastings Arts Center has been invited by the parks and recreation committee to provide music during three different times of the summer.

The concerts are free and open to the public.

Saturday, June 11, 2016 10:00 AM

Saturday, July 9, 2016 10:00 AM

Saturday, September 10, 2016 10:00 AM

For more info, visit:

Hastings Arts Center or City of Hastings webpages

Summit Music Series presents a Young Artist Concert

We are excited about the Weekend concert as a part of the Summit Music Series. Some of the students from the Blessings Academy of Arts and Music as well as others from the surrounding region will be showcasing their work.

Join us on Sunday, April 3, 2016 at 2 PM for this great event at the Hastings Arts Center.

Summit Music Series

“The Summit Music Series (formerly Summit Artist Series) presents concerts and outreach events to audiences throughout Minnesota. Founded by violinist Natalie VanBurkleo-Carbonara, concerts are presented in venues such as churches, museums, schools, art galleries, assisted living homes and private homes. We hope to connect people from all walks of life through music… Read More

The Summit Young Artist Concerts were started to give student musicians (up to age 25) another performance outlet in beautiful settings. It’s always a thrill to hear young talent so keep an eye out for these special concerts that include any instrument and a wide variety of repertoire…” Read More

Hastings Arts Center
216 4^th St E
Hastings MN 55033

Weekend Events at LeDuc Historic Estate

Two events at LeDuc Historic Estate:
The Peddlers Country Market & FREE Community Concert on the Lawn: Dunquin with our own dear Sherry and Don Ladig

The Peddler’s Market at the LeDuc
Saturday, August 29: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

A combination of a flea market, farmer’s market and art fair with a bake sale thrown in for good measure.
This event is the major annual fundraiser for the Friends of the LeDuc, an active group that provides both volunteers and funding to the site.

Hours are from 9 am – 3 pm, with activities throughout the grounds, including a ‘What’s It’ Display in the Carriage Barn.

FREE Community Concert on the Lawn: Dunquin with our own dear Sherry and Don Ladig

Sunday, August 30: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Concert on the Lawn: Dunquin, featuring Irish music, includes members of our ‘house band,’ the New Pearl Buttons.
Dunquin, led by Sherry & Don Ladig, features Irish tunes and is a favorite band of the LeDuc!
This concert is sponsored by the LeDuc Historic Estate and homemade baked goods, lemonade and coffee will be available for your enjoyment.LeDuc house tours are extended with an additional tour at 5:30 these evenings at regular rates.

In case of inclement weather, the concerts will be held at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church at 409 9th Street West in Hastings.

LeDuc Historic Estate

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