Hastings & Prescott Events this Weekend

Here is a quick list of a few ongoing and upcoming events:

Solo Artist Exhibition at BreakAway Arts

In conjunction with “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!,” BreakAway Arts is hosting a Solo Artist Exhibition: David Cook

“Art that will move, excite & Challenge You.” There will be Wine, beer and lemonade available. Read More

Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!

“Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!” is a new musical written by Greta Grosch and featuring the music of Jimmy Kennedy and Joe Weismann (of “The Smarts”). Based on the real life experiences of Hastings residents Janet Letnes Martin and artist David Cook, “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!” explores the magical and often tangled intersection between the genius of art and the self-destruction of addiction.

Performances run June 1 – 5, 2016, at the Hastings Arts Center. Read More

“Colors of Summer Exhibit” at Orange Dragon Art Gallery

Visit this ongoing exhibition until July 24. Next opening reception will be June 10 from 5-7:30 p.m.

Gallery hours: 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. More Info

Prescott’s Kick-off the Summer Celebration

Friday, June 3, 2016 from 5-8pm Public Square Park (across the street from the Middle School) Read More

Rhubarb Festival at the LeDuc Historic Estate

On June 4, 2016 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. the Friends of LeDuc and Historic Hastings will sponsor their Annual Rhubarb Festival.

Rhubarb will reign as the main feature of this event – bunches of fresh rhubarb, potted rhubarb plants and baked rhubarb treats will all be offered for sale. Sharing the stage with rhubarb this year will be herbs. There will be demonstrations on how to use various herbs in salads and cooking and suggestions for which herbs to include in your own garden to provide sanctuary and food for bees and butterflies. A variety of potted herbs will be offered for sale as well. Read More

Outdoor River City Sculpture Tour of FREE public art!

Original sculptures by Artists Dale Lewis and John Hughes are now in display in Hastings and Prescott.

All artwork for this exhibit was created by regional and national artists. The pedestals are sponsored by local business and groups.
This FREE public art will be up all summer long. Read More

Pioneer Press article: Giant sculptures take up residence in Stillwater, Hastings by Mary Divine

Opening Night Reception: “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical”

Dream team of Minnesota artists, writers and musicians come together to create a very original musical.

https://youtu.be/qD7wpHmtVdM

“Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!,” a new musical theater production running for one week in Hastings begins tomorrow night, June 1 at 7 p.m. A reception will follow the show. Tickets are available at the door or can be purchased online.

This new musical was written by Greta Grosch and features the music of Jimmy Kennedy and Joe Weismann (of “The Smarts”). It is based on the real life experiences of Hastings residents Janet Letnes Martin and artist David Cook.

“Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical” will feature: Roxanne Britz, Shana Eisenberg, Robbie Mancina, Tina North, Gail Ottmar, Wendy Short Hays, Janet Paone and Edward Williams.

“We have reworked the show, from the opening moments, to the final scene. We have rewritten, revisioned and renewed, and are eager to share our new, improved version with you. All the ticket information is on our new website. Hope to see you at the HASTINGS ARTS CENTER,”

Please visit “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical” for complete dates and ticket information.

Limited run in Hastings, MN, June 1-5, 2016. More info

JOIN US FOR THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL EVENTS:
Wed, June 1 – Opening night reception after the show.
Thu, June 2 – Lemonade served at the matinee.
Fri, June 3 – Post show discussion with the cast/creators.
Sat, June 4 – Lemonade on the lawn between shows.
Sun, June 5 – Closing performance.

Variety of Upcoming Events

Here is a quick summary of upcoming events this week and in the near future.

City of Hastings celebration of the newly renovated Veterans Memorial Levee Park on the RiverWalk

“Please join us next Thursday, May 26 beginning at 4:00 pm for a grand opening celebration of both the Rotary Pavilion and the new Veteran’s Memorial and Levee Park. After a short program to thank all the generous contributors who made this possible, there will be 1/2-hour concert by the River Valley Community Band, followed by the BridgePort Classic Rock Band.”

Veterans Memorial Levee Park, 20 Ramsey Street, Hastings, MN 55033 Read More

Solo Artist Exhibition at BreakAway Arts

In conjunction with “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!,” BreakAway Arts will be holding a Solo Artist Exhibition: David Cook

Opening Reception: Thursday, May 26th 4-9 pm

There will be Wine, beer and lemonade available. Read More

Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!

Performances run June 1 – 5, 2016, at the Hastings Arts Center. Read More

“Colors of Summer Exhibit” at Orange Dragon Art Gallery

This exhibit will run from May 26 through July 24. Next opening reception will be June 10 from 5-7:30 p.m.

Opening Receptions will take place the 2^nd Friday of each month from 5-7:30 p.m. Next receptions: June 10 and July 8. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. More Info

Prescott’s Kick-off the Summer Celebration

Friday, June 3, 2016 from 5-8pm Public Square Park (across the street from the Middle School) Read More

Sanctuaries – Churches, Homes, & Gardens Garden Tour

Promoting architecture, design and gardening as art forms! Saturday, July 9, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Tour 1 mid-century church, 3 modern homes (all at least 50 years old) and 5 amazing gardens. Some sites will host workshops (POLLINATOR GARDENING, FLOWER ARRANGING, FUN WITH HERBS) and the tour includes other examples of modernism to admire curbside.

There are exciting surprises in store for the tour guests. Read More

Solo Artist Exhibition at BreakAway Arts

In conjunction with “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!,” BreakAway Arts will be holding a Solo Artist Exhibition: David Cook

Opening Reception: Thursday, May 26th 4-9pm

The exhibit will run until June 8.

There will be Wine, beer and lemonade available

Café Gallery at BreakAway Arts
111 East 3rd Street
Hastings, MN 55033

This show is in support of “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!,” showing at Hastings Arts Center from June 1st-5th.

Get tickets for the musical

Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!

SALES END 12 HOURS BEFORE EACH SHOW.
Tickets are $20 each. Brown Paper Tickets adds a $1.69 service fee to each ticket.
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR! Cash, Check or Charge.

Greta Grosch Presents:
With support from the Hastings Prescott Area Arts Council.

Featuring a powerhouse cast of Twin Cities performers: Roxanne Britz, Shana Eisenberg, Wendy Short Hays, Robbie Manicina, Tina North, Gail Ottmar, Janet Paone and Edward Williams.

Performances run June 1 – 5, 2016, at the Hastings Arts Center.

NOTE: David Cook’s art will be on display in the lobby and is available for purchase.

“Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!”

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Dream team of Minnesota artists, writers and musicians come together to create a very original musical.

What do you get when you explore the magical, yet tangled, intersection between the genius of art and the self-destruction of addiction; set it to catchy music against a backdrop of vivid visual art; and deliver it via a powerhouse cast of performers? You get “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!,” a new musical theater production running for one week this June in Hastings.

Please visit “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical” for complete dates and ticket information.

Limited run in Hastings, MN, June 1-5, 2016

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