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SUMMARY:13th Annual Civil War Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Boy in Blue Civil War Memorial will present the 13th annual Civil War Symposium. The symposium will be held on Saturday\, March 28\, 2026 from 9 am to 5 pm at the Morson-Ario-Strand VFW\, 1900 No. Riverfront Dr. in Mankato. \nThe 13th annual symposium theme is: “Tale of Two Revolutions: Liberty and Union – Comparing the American Revolution and the American Civil War”. Featuring a full day of speakers\, costumed interpreters\, Revolutionary and Civil War era music\, exhibits\, books sale\, panel discussions\, and more. \nRegistration is $35/adults and $20/students. Friends of the Boy in Blue 2025 members receive a $5 discount on registration. Registration includes lunch and must be received before March 20\, 2026. Download the registration form: https://www.boyinblue.org/news-events. Online payment option available. Admission at the door does NOT include lunch and only if space is available. \nFor more detailed information and a full program listing\, visit: www.boyinblue.org or email: contact@boyinblue.org
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/13th-annual-civil-war-symposium/
LOCATION:Morson-Ario-Strand VFW 950\, 1900 North Riverfront Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Boy in Blue Memorial":MAILTO:contact@boyinblue.org
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SUMMARY:VFW Auxiliary 950 5th Annual Craft and Vendor Fair
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for a day filled with creativity\, shopping\, and fun? Look no further! The VFW Auxiliary Post 950 welcomes you to our 5th Annual Craft & Vendor Fair. You’ll find a wide variety of items to start on your holiday gift list or pick up a treat for yourself! \nThis is a fundraiser for our Veterans and Veterans programs\, as well as other non-profits.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/vfw-auxiliary-950-5th-annual-craft-and-vendor-fair/
LOCATION:Morson-Ario-Strand VFW 950\, 1900 North Riverfront Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fairs & Festivals,Nonprofit,Seasonal - Holiday,Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Auxiliary 950":MAILTO:vfwaux950@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:12th Annual Civil War Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Boy in Blue Civil War Memorial will present the 12th annual Civil War Symposium. The symposium will be held on Saturday\, March 29th from 9 am to 5 pm at the Morson-Ario-Strand VFW\, 1900 No. Riverfront Dr. in Mankato. \nThe 12th annual symposium theme is: “Requiem & Reconciliation – 1865”\, and features a full day of speakers\, costumed interpreters\, Civil War era music\, exhibits\, books and authors\, panel discussions\, and more. Guest speaker is Civil War historian\, Daryl Sannes. \nRegistration is $35/adults and $20/students. Friends of the Boy in Blue 2025 members receive a $5 discount on registration. Registration includes lunch and must be received before March 20\, 2025. Download the registration form: https://www.boyinblue.org/news-events. Online payment option available. Admission at the door does NOT include lunch and only if space is available. \nFor more detailed information and a full program listing\, visit: www.boyinblue.org or email: contact@boyinblue.org
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/12th-annual-civil-war-symposium-2/
LOCATION:Morson-Ario-Strand VFW 950\, 1900 North Riverfront Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Boy in Blue Memorial":MAILTO:contact@boyinblue.org
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SUMMARY:12th Annual Civil War Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Boy in Blue Civil War Memorial presents the 12th annual Civil War Symposium. The symposium will be held on Saturday\, March 29th from 9 am to 5 pm at the Morson-Ario-Strand VFW\, 1900 No. Riverfront Dr. in Mankato. \nThe 12th annual symposium theme is: “Requiem & Reconciliation – 1865”\, and features a full day of speakers\, costumed interpreters\, Civil War-era music\, exhibits\, books and authors\, panel discussions\, and more. Guest speaker is Civil War historian\, Daryl Sannes. \nRegistration is $35/adults and $20/students. Friends of the Boy in Blue 2025 members receive a $5 discount on registration. Registration includes lunch and must be received before March 20\, 2025. Download the registration form: https://www.boyinblue.org/news-events. Online payment option available. Admission at the door does NOT include lunch and only if space is available. \nFor more detailed information and a full program listing\, visit: www.boyinblue.org or email: contact@boyinblue.org
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/12th-annual-civil-war-symposium/
LOCATION:Morson-Ario-Strand VFW 950\, 1900 North Riverfront Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Boy in Blue Memorial":MAILTO:contact@boyinblue.org
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SUMMARY:“To Bind Up the Nation’s Wounds:” President Abraham Lincoln’s Promise for a  “Just and Lasting Peace\,” and the Tragedy of his Assassination lecture
DESCRIPTION:“To Bind Up the Nation’s Wounds:” President Abraham Lincoln’s Promise for a “Just and Lasting Peace\,” and the Tragedy of his Assassination will be presented by Bryce Stenzel\, Lincoln Historian and Costumed Historical Interpreter. He will examine Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address\, his Reconstruction plan\, the surrender of the Confederacy and the tragedy of Lincoln’s assassination. \nThis lecture is hosted by the Friends of the Boy in Blue Civil War Memorial. Donations will be accepted with all proceeds to be donated to the Boy in Blue Civil War Headstone Project. \nFor more information\, visit www.boyinblue.org/news-events.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/to-bind-up-the-nations-wounds-president-abraham-lincolns-promise-for-a-just-and-lasting-peace-and-the-tragedy-of-his-assassination-lecture-2/
LOCATION:Morson-Ario-Strand VFW 950\, 1900 North Riverfront Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Boy in Blue Memorial":MAILTO:contact@boyinblue.org
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SUMMARY:“To Bind Up the Nation’s Wounds:” President Abraham Lincoln’s Promise for a  “Just and Lasting Peace\,” and the Tragedy of his Assassination lecture
DESCRIPTION:“To Bind Up the Nation’s Wounds”: President Abraham Lincoln’s Promise for a “Just and Lasting Peace\,” & the Tragedy of his Assassination will be presented by Bryce Stenzel\, Lincoln Historian and Costumed Historical Interpreter\, examining Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address\, his Reconstruction plan\, the surrender of the Confederacy and the tragedy of Lincoln’s assassination.\nFree will donations will be accepted with the proceeds donated to the Boy in Blue Civil War Veterans Headstone Project. For more information\, visit www.boyinblue.org/news-events. Hosted by the Friends of the Boy in Blue Memorial.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/to-bind-up-the-nations-wounds-president-abraham-lincolns-promise-for-a-just-and-lasting-peace-and-the-tragedy-of-his-assassination-lecture/
LOCATION:Morson-Ario-Strand VFW 950\, 1900 North Riverfront Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Boy in Blue Memorial":MAILTO:contact@boyinblue.org
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SUMMARY:Hot Dish Festival - Mankato Women Veterans Appreciation Event
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to Hot Dish Festival Two\, a Woman’s Veterans appreciation event on Saturday\, February 8th from 1-4 pm. This is free & open to the public\, enjoy several Hot Dishes\, a silent auction\, and live polka music from Kris and the Riverbend Dutchmen. Plus\, a Hot Dish cook-off challenge with cash prizes for the best dish to enter goes to Hot Dish Festival II “Woman’s Veterans Appreciation” – 103.5 KYSM. Hot Dish Festival 2 from Monarch Health Care\, River Valley Hearing\, Disabled American Veterans Of Minnesota Chapter 10\, & Morison Ario Auxiliary.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/hot-dish-festival-mankato-women-veterans-appreciation-event/
LOCATION:Morson-Ario-Strand VFW 950\, 1900 North Riverfront Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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SUMMARY:VFW Auxiliary 950 4th Annual Craft and Vendor Fair
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for a day filled with creativity\, shopping\, and fun? Look no further! The VFW Auxiliary Post 950 welcomes you to our 4th Annual Craft & Vendor Fair\, a delightful event showcasing an array of unique crafts and diverse vendors. \nIndulge your senses in a world of handcrafted treasures and one-of-a-kind products. From intricate handmade jewelry to artisanal home décor\, this event is a paradise for all décor enthusiasts and gift seekers alike. Explore the creativity of local artisans and discover hidden gems that will add a special touch to your life.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/vfw-auxiliary-950-4th-annual-craft-and-vendor-fair/
LOCATION:Morson-Ario-Strand VFW 950\, 1900 North Riverfront Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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SUMMARY:11th Annual Civil War Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The 11th annual symposium theme is: “War is Hell”: Total War in ‘64\, and features a full day of speakers\, costumed interpreters\, Civil War era music\, exhibits\, books and authors\, panel discussions\, and more. Guest speakers are Jeff Reiswig who will present “Civil War Quartermasters – Seldom Noticed? – Gen. William LeDuc” and Gary Blessman presenting “C.C.S. Hunley: The First Submarine to Sink a Warship”. \nRegistration is $30/adults and $20/students. Friends of the Boy in Blue 2024 members receive a $5 discount on registration. Registration includes lunch and must be received before March 18\, 2024.\nDownload the registration form: https://www.boyinblue.org/news-events. Online payment option available. Admission at the door does NOT include lunch and only if space is available. \nFor more detailed information and a full program listing\, visit: www.boyinblue.org or email: contact@boyinblue.org
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/11th-annual-civil-war-symposium/
LOCATION:Morson-Ario-Strand VFW 950\, 1900 North Riverfront Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Boy in Blue Memorial":MAILTO:contact@boyinblue.org
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SUMMARY:VFW Auxiliary 950 3rd Annual Craft and Vendor Fair
DESCRIPTION:With 20 vendors\, you’ll find a variety of items to start on your holiday gift list or pick up a treat for yourself! This is a fundraiser for our Veterans and Veterans programs\, as well as other non-profits\, hosted by Morson-Ario-Strand VFW Auxiliary 950.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/vfw-auxiliary-950-3rd-annual-craft-and-vendor-fair/
LOCATION:Morson-Ario-Strand VFW 950\, 1900 North Riverfront Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seasonal - Holiday
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