Ascension is pleased to invite you to our Vacation Bible School July 26-30. There is a free meal at 4:45 with VBS from 5:30-8:00pm. This is an interactive marketplace with shops, snacks, play area all set up at church. Ascension Lutheran Church is located at 2207- 11th Ave. SE in Rochester. For more information call 288-2781 or visit www.ascensionrochester.org.

The first ever all-ages Mid West Music Fest is scheduled to take place July 30th-31st, in Winona, MN. A $20 wristband will give you access to over 70 bands in more then a dozen venues!  There will be a Kids Fest held July 31st from noon to 4pm at the Lake Park Bandshell in Winona. No wristband is required to attend the Kids Fest.  All proceeds to benefit three local non-profits.   For more information, or to purchase a wristband, go to www.midwestmusicfest.org. We hope to see you there! Mid West Music Fest is an all-ages, alcohol free, community event.

On Friday, July 30, 2010, the Rochester Mayo Boy's Hockey Team will be holding its second annual golf tournament fundraiser.  The event will be held at Eastwood Golf Course starting at 12:00 noon.  A meal, awards and prizes will follow the event.  Registration information can be obtained by contacting Dave Goslee at 288-6098 or dsgoslee@charter.net.

SE MN Celiac Support Group outing, Saturday, July 31, 11:30 a.m., at the historic Hubbell House Restaurant in Mantorville.  Call Jeannette, 507-365-8651, by July 27 with your reservation.  For more info about this activity or our support group, contact Gail, 507-391-1674, gthurnau1184@charter.net , or visit: www.semnceliacs.org.

CHILDREN’S ZOO TIME – Saturday, July 31 at 10:00 a.m at Oxbow Park.  This program is one you just can’t miss.  We will let you get an up-close look at a few of our zoo critters (maybe even touch one), plus learn some interesting facts about the wild creatures that live in southern Minnesota.  This will prove to be great fun for the whole family.  *In the case of inclement weather please call 507-775-2451 for program details.

On Saturday, July 31, kick off Wabasha Riverboat Days at 8:00 am with a 5K or 10K Run!  This event begins in the backyard of Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center and takes participants on scenic Lawrence Boulevard along the Mississippi River.  Advance registration in encouraged.  All ages and abilities are welcome and trophies will be awarded in nine age divisions.  For more information call 651-565-0375.  Sponsored by Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center, Eagle's Nest Coffee House and Scheel's Super Valu.

July 31 & Aug. 1 Minnesota Donkey & Mule Show Show begins at 9 am each day, Olmsted County Fairgrounds Horse Arena.  Sat. evening will have a sidesaddle demonstration and Mule Soccer game.

Dad's Belgian Waffle Breakfast Sunday Aug. 1st, Redeemer Lutheran Church, 869 7th Ave Se, All you can eat. 9am-1pm, Silent Auction and Sale, Call 289-5174 or 951-6901 for more info  Supports the ministry of Redeemer Quilters and Redeemer Youth.

Wilmington Lutheran Church Ice Cream Social. Serving 4:30 - 7:30 p.m, August 1st. Menu: barbeques, hot dogs, coney dogs, potato salad, baked beans, pie, ice cream, beverages. Sponsored by the church W-ELCA. Everyone welcome! Church located at 21068 Church Rd. (at intersection with County Hwy #17), rural Spring Grove, Minn.

Cresco Area Fine Arts Show.  Beadle Park-Cresco,IA-10:00-4:00 August 1st, 2010.  Childrens activities, food, music.

The Waseca Garden Club will be hosting a Garden Walk on August 1, 2010 from 1:00 - 5:00 PM.  It is free and open to the public.  Noted below is a summary of this event: August 1, 2010 Waseca Garden Club Walk 1-5 pm
Free.  Rain or Shine Self-guided tour of six gardens.  Maps available at corner of 2nd Ave. NE and 4th St. NE, Waseca.

19th Annual American Cancer Society Golf Classic presented by: Edward Jones at the Rochester Golf and Country Club, Monday August 2nd, 2010.  For more information or to register visit: http://golf.acsevents.org/site/TR?fr_id=27631&pg=entry.

Hosanna's National Night Out Party 8/3/2010 Hosanna invites you to a National Night Out Party in our west parking lot, 2815 57th St. NW next to the Comfort Inn, from 5:00 - 8:00 pm.  There will be free food, games for kids, a Bounce House, a fire truck and special musical guests, "After School Special."  Come for food, fun and a rockin' good time!  For more information,e-mail secretary@hosannalutheran.org or call 507-285-0092.

Open House - Technology Toastmaster Club 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in RCTC Heintz Center - HA 110, August 7th.  The Technology Club provides an opportunity for individuals to increase their technical skills through the usage of the Internet within the Toastmasters International organization.

Dexter United Methodist Church Annual Ice Cream Social, Sunday, August 8, 2010, 4:00 - 6:30 p.m.  Featuring BBQ's, potato salad, pies and HOMEMADE Ice Cream.

Stewartville Lions Club Annual Ice Cream Social.  Tuesday, August 10th, American Legion Hall, Stewartville, 4:30pm-7:30pm.  Menu: Barbeques, chips, drink and pie ala mode.  Pay at the door.

Epilepsy Foundations Stroll for Epilepsy will be help on August 12th, 2010 in Rochester Minnesota (registration at the Eagles Club in SE Rochester, next to cub foods) Over 60,000 people in Minnesota and North Dakota are living with epilepsy. Its time to show them and the people that care for them that we care too! I am doing this event in honor of my cousin, Kayla Benage, who passed away in april of this year due to her epilepsy. So not only do i believe it is important, it is personal. If you would like to pledge for me in honor of my cousin please follow the link below. My goal is $1,000. Can I count on you to help?
http://www.firstgiving.com/jessicalewandowski.

The fabulous "Time Machine" will be our 2010 entertainment during Kasson Festival in the Park 8 pm - 12 am $5 entry fee August 13th. Veteran's Memorial Park - 7th Street NW Kasson, MN, kassonfestivalinthepark.com.

Experience 46 acres of living history at the Days of Yesteryear August 14th & 15th! The two day festival has been expanded to include live music, dance, local artisan and craft sale, historic displays and reenactments, period theatrical performances. A wide range of children's activities including a petting zoo, pony rides, 1850's carnival and more! Special appearance by the MN Chapter of Music Box International with music boxes ranging in size from handheld to cargo sized trailers! www.olmstedhistory.com for updated schedule of events!

"The Fuchsia Band" in concert at RCT, Saturday, August 14 at 8:00pm.  Rochester Civic Theatre.  The Fuchsia Band will perform at Rochester Civic Theatre August 14, 2010! The Fuchsia band is made up of 4 Irish lads who play superb traditional Irish Music, sing, dance and generally have time like it (used to be) is in Ireland. They are traditional Irish musicians with emphasis on fun and general entertainment! Ticket price: $15 in advance, $20 at the door.  (Show Mayo ID for additional $2 discount.)  Tickets can be purchased at 507-282-8481, www.rochestercivictheatre.org or at the box office! Doors and the bar open at 7:00pm, concert starts at 8:00pm.