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SUMMARY:BECHS Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Earth County Historical Society’s Annual Meeting will be held on Saturday\, March 22\, at 11 a.m. at the Minnesota State University\, Mankato Centennial Student Union. The Annual Meeting will feature a meal\, short State-of-the-Society business meeting\, and keynote address by Dr. Kyle Ward. \nDr. Ward’s address is in collaboration with the traveling exhibit Americans and the Holocaust on display at the Memorial Library from March 19 – April 26\, 2025. The exhibit examines the motives\, pressures\, and fears that shaped Americans’ responses to Nazism\, war\, and genocide in Europe during the 1930s-1940s. It also addresses important themes in American history\, exploring the many factors that influenced decisions made by the U.S. Government\, the news media\, organizations\, and individuals as they responded to Nazism. \nTickets are $50/person and can be purchased at www.BlueEarthCountyHistory.com
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/bechs-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, Centennial Student Union\, Ballroom\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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SUMMARY:Mankato Area International Festival
DESCRIPTION:The annual Mankato Area International Festival is happening at Minnesota State University\, Mankato on Sunday\, November 10th\, 2024. This is a great opportunity for people in the state to meet international students at MSU and try different cuisines from different parts of the world. Entrees will start at $6. There will also be performances and cultural booths for people to visit. Free parking is available and no cost to attend. You must make purchases for food & drinks. More information will be posted on the website\, including food items and cost.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/mankato-area-international-festival/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, Centennial Student Union\, Ballroom\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities,Fairs & Festivals,Live Entertainment,Workshops & Educational
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SUMMARY:John Kriesel: Still Standing\, Still Smiling
DESCRIPTION:In December 2006\, while stationed in Iraq\, John Kriesel lost both his legs and his two closest friends when their Humvee triggered 200 pounds of explosives. His story of resiliency and positivity in the aftermath will be the focus of his motivational presentation\, “Still Standing\, Still Smiling” Monday\, Nov. 4\, at 7:30 p.m. in Ostrander Auditorium. The free event is sponsored by the CSU\, the Veterans Resource Center and Radio Mankato (KFAN listeners will recognize John Kriesel as a frequent Friday guest on the Power Trip Morning Show). RSVP for limited reserved seating at https://forms.office.com/r/0BEZ66PQza
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/john-kriesel-still-standing-still-smiling/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, Centennial Student Union\, Ballroom\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Educational
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SUMMARY:YWCA Mankato Women's Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:On October 25\, 2024\, women\, advocates\, emerging leaders\, and allies will come together for a transformative day at the Women’s Leadership Conference. This day-long event from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. will feature inspiring keynotes\, diverse breakout sessions\, and meaningful community-building activities. \nHosted by YWCA Mankato\, the conference is dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women. It aligns with YWCA USA CEO Margaret Mitchell’s urgent call to action: “Now\, more than ever\, we need every voice raised and every person engaged to build the movement that will finally deliver on the promise of equality for all.”
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/ywca-mankato-womens-leadership-conference/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, Centennial Student Union\, Ballroom\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Business & Networking,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Red\, Hot & Boom!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Independence Day in style at Mankato’s “Red\, Hot & Boom!” The festivities kick off at 6 pm on July 5th at Minnesota State University-Mankato\, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display synchronized to music at 10 pm.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/red-hot-boom-2/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, Centennial Student Union\, Ballroom\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment,Seasonal - Holiday
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SUMMARY:Striving for Change: Biodiversity\, Regeneration\, & Rethinking Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:Striving for Change: Biodiversity\, Regeneration\, & Rethinking Agriculture\nWednesday\, April 17th\, 2024 | 7:00 – 8:00 PM | Centennial Student Union\, Room 245 \nJoin a conversation with MSU Alum and sixth-generation Southern Minnesota farmer\, Scott Haase. He is co-manager of Haase Family Farms\, and owns and operates Blue Dirt Farm where his focus is on direct sales of meat products from animals raised on pasture and woodlands\, integrated with regenerative agricultural practices. Sponsored by Minnesota State University Agriculture\, Food and Natural Resources Affinity Group\, and The Pollinators. \nParking: After 6:30 pm\, limited free parking is available near Centennial Student Union in Lots 4a\, 6\, and 11a. Closer parking is available in the Visitor Paylot for a fee. \nLearn more about other events going on during Minnesota State University\, Mankato’s Earth Month Celebration here.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/striving-for-change-biodiversity-regeneration-rethinking-agriculture-2/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, Centennial Student Union\, Ballroom\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Educational
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SUMMARY:2024 Greater Mankato Growth\, Inc. Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Annual Meeting on Tuesday\, March 5\, 2024 at Minnesota State University\, Mankato’s Centennial Student Union to celebrate Greater Mankato Growth\, Inc.’s accomplishments of the past year and hear about the initiatives and programs we have planned for the year ahead. \nThe Annual Meeting is a time for our organization to honor outstanding individuals\, businesses\, or organizations who have contributed to the betterment of our community and region as Volunteers of the Year for Greater Mankato Growth\, Visit Mankato\, City Center Partnership\, and GreenSeam. \n  \nThe 2023 Volunteers of the Year are: \nGreater Mankato Growth: Randy Berkland\, retired from Blethen Berens \nVisit Mankato: Mankato Marathon Bike Medics \nCity Center Partnership: Mike Lagerquist\, The Free Press Media \nGreenSeam: James Gordon\, Pioneer Bank \n  \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT HERE
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/2024-greater-mankato-growth-inc-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, Centennial Student Union\, Ballroom\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Business & Networking
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SUMMARY:18th Annual Earth Conference
DESCRIPTION:2023 Earth Conference – Bridging the Divide: Our Collective Role in Reconnecting Relations \nSaturday\, November 4th\, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. \nMNSU Centennial Union Room 253 \n620 West\, S Rd\, Mankato\, MN 56001
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/18th-annual-earth-conference/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, Centennial Student Union\, Ballroom\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Special Interest
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SUMMARY:Mavericks on the Mall
DESCRIPTION:Alumni\, families and University friends are invited to visit the Minnesota State Mankato CSU mall from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Saturday\, October 7 for a brand-new\, family-friendly community event in the heart of campus. There will be food available for purchase from Stomper’s Smokehouse.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/mavericks-on-the-mall/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, Centennial Student Union\, Ballroom\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities,Fairs & Festivals,Live Entertainment,Professional Development,Sports & Recreation,Theatre
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SUMMARY:Indigenous People's Day - Community Film Showing
DESCRIPTION:Mankato’s Indigenous People’s Day Committee is hosting multiple showings of the film “RETURN” – Native American Women Reclaim Foodways for Health & Spirit”. \nRETURN explores the food sovereignty movement occurring across the country through the stories of women championing the return to traditional food sources. \nThe documentary features the charismatic Roxanne Swentzell from Santa Clara Pueblo in New Mexico\, whose Pueblo Food Experience project is transforming lives in her community. Her efforts to reclaim ancient foodways are echoed across the continent by Tlingit\, Muckleshoot\, Oglala Sioux\, Menominee and Seneca women who share Roxanne’s passion and drive. \nThrough personal\, character-based storytelling\, RETURN offers examples of alternative pathways to health and wellness for American Indians and demonstrates how returning to ancestral food sources can strengthen cultural ties to each other and to one’s heritage. \nOstrander Auditorium\nMinnesota State University-Mankato\nCentennial Student Union\n620 West S Rd.\nMankato\, MN
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/indigenous-peoples-day-community-film-showing/2023-10-05/2/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, Centennial Student Union\, Ballroom\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Special Interest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231005T080000
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SUMMARY:Indigenous People's Day - Community Film Showing
DESCRIPTION:Mankato’s Indigenous People’s Day Committee is hosting multiple showings of the film “RETURN” – Native American Women Reclaim Foodways for Health & Spirit”. \nRETURN explores the food sovereignty movement occurring across the country through the stories of women championing the return to traditional food sources. \nThe documentary features the charismatic Roxanne Swentzell from Santa Clara Pueblo in New Mexico\, whose Pueblo Food Experience project is transforming lives in her community. Her efforts to reclaim ancient foodways are echoed across the continent by Tlingit\, Muckleshoot\, Oglala Sioux\, Menominee and Seneca women who share Roxanne’s passion and drive. \nThrough personal\, character-based storytelling\, RETURN offers examples of alternative pathways to health and wellness for American Indians and demonstrates how returning to ancestral food sources can strengthen cultural ties to each other and to one’s heritage. \nOstrander Auditorium\nMinnesota State University-Mankato\nCentennial Student Union\n620 West S Rd.\nMankato\, MN
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/indigenous-peoples-day-community-film-showing/2023-10-05/1/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, Centennial Student Union\, Ballroom\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Special Interest
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SUMMARY:Bend of the River Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Tickers are on sale now for the Bend of the River Fall Festival featuring 38 Special & Elle King. \nAbout the Artists | The 2023 lineup features Rock-n-Roll legends\, 38 SPECIAL and grammy nominated singer and songwriter ELLE KING! More bands and artists to be announced soon. \nAbout | Bend of the River Fall Festival is proudly presented by Kwik Trip. This all ages festival will feature live music\, festival style foods\, beer & beverages\, interactive vendors\, and more! This event is held on the practice fields of Blakeslee Stadium\, so bring your chair and get ready for a full day of fun!
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/bend-of-the-river-fall-festival/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, Centennial Student Union\, Ballroom\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Fairs & Festivals
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