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Bach, Schutz and Handel-music masters

July 22, 2008 - 4:12pm — unsiez

Pastor Stephen Cornils of Mt. Olivet West Campus talked about the tradition of music in worship, while being interviewed for the news brief on the upcoming appearance of classical pianist Marc Peloquin. Cornils passed along this background information on the three composers whose music will be showcased Sunday, July 27 at both the 9:15 and 10:30 a.m. services.

"Johann Sebastian Bach, 1750; Heinrich Schutz, 1672; George Frederick Handel, 1759, musicians.


Concert pianist and recording artist Marc Peloquin to play at Mt. Olivet West Campus

July 22, 2008 - 2:57pm — unsiez
Marc Peloquin

World-class concert pianist and recording artist Marc Peloquin
will play at both the 9:15 and 10:30 a.m. services on Sunday, July 27 at Mt.
Olivet West Campus. Peloquin of New York, is in the Twin Cities, visiting
relatives and accepted the invitation to play as part of the church’s commemoration
of three influential church musicians: J.S. Bach, George Frederick Handel, and
Heinrich Schutz. Also playing will be the Gilded Lily Ensemble comprised of oboe,
flute and bassoon. Learn more about Peloquin at www.marcpeloquin.com.


July 22, 2008 - 2:12pm
Mt. Olivet West showcases music and motorheads

Sleek hot rods like this, classic cars, even tractors and trucks will be featured attractions at Mt. Olivet West’s fourth annual Motor Show next Tuesday, July 29, 5 p.m. Mt. Olivet West, Victoria.

On Sunday, July 27, World class pianist and recording artist Marc Peloquin will play at Mt. Olivet's 9:15 and 10:30 a.m. services. He will appear with Twin Cities' Gilded Lily Ensemble.


July 15, 2008 - 4:03pm

Senior Potluck Picnic and MN Valley Community Band

The Minnesota Valley Community Band is the featured band at this Wednesday's Concert in the Park. In addition to musical entertainment, the public is invited to attend the Senor Picnic Potluck earlier in the evening. The Victoria Senior Commission will provide hot dogs and buns. Seniors of ALL AGES are invited to bring their favorite potluck dishes to share at Lions Park in Victoria. Wednesday's event begins with Cards in the Park at 4 p.m., followed by Picnic in the Park at 5:30 p.m., and Concert in the Park at 6:30 p.m.


CVFT hosts summer youth theatre camp

June 26, 2008 - 11:32am — unsiez

Chaska Valley Family Theatre offers Dragon Fly Theater Arts Camp,
Aug. 12-22. Join the Chaska Valley Family Theatre for nine days of creative play, acting exercises, technical
instruction, set and costume design, games and more! On the final day, campers
will hold two public performances at the Chaska Community Center Theater.


June 23, 2008 - 2:49pm
'Tropical Breeze' comes to Lions Park Wednesday

"Tropical Breeze" brings steel drums and reggae beats to Lions Park this Wednesday night 6:30-8 p.m. The family-friendly event is free to the public, sponsored by the City of Victoria Parks & Recreation department. This is the third year for Concerts in the Park. Enjoy a beautiful summer evening with music. Bring the family, snacks, and lawn chairs and blankets to sit upon.
In case of rain, the concert goes inside the Victoria Field House. Last week, the band Standing Room Only, drew a large crowd in Lions Park, pictured above.


Shakopee Battle of the Bands set for June 25

June 11, 2008 - 3:04pm — Melissa Gilman

Roseville band Matchpoint hopes to wow the judges at a musical battle June 14 and win a spot at the Battle of the Bands/Grand Music Melee at Huber Park in Shakopee June 25.


Midsummer's eve--when little green frogs and small pigs dance!

May 22, 2008 - 3:04pm — unsiez
Carolyn Sparge

By Carolyn Spargo

Midsummer (midsommar) is the longest day of the year! The
summers are short so this day is given to celebration and partying in Sweden
and all of Scandinavia.
Midsummer Eve is always celebrated on the Friday closest to June 21. The
celebration begins with the raising of the midsummer pole. The tall pole
crosses at the top and is decorated with greens and flowers. It is erected on
Midsummer Eve with the music of fiddlers in their folk costumes. In some areas
of Sweden, the


Arb's Summer House is open

May 16, 2008 - 10:23am — unsiez


Vics baseball opener is this Friday night

May 1, 2008 - 2:31pm — unsiez

The Victoria Vics play the first baseball game of the season at Lion's Park at 7:30 p.m. Friday at Lion's Park. The Vics play Belle Plaine. The Vics play Monty Mallards on May 9, Lion's Park; the Minneapolis Bombers, May 10, Lion's Park; Fairfax, May 11 (Mother's Day) Lion's Park; Prior Lake, May 16, Lion's Park; Vics play away at Jordan on May 18; and then back in Lion's Park on May 21 against Waconia. Visit www.vicsbaseball.net to meet the team, read about its history and print out its summer schedule.


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