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SUMMARY:Bluegrass and Brews at the Ratskeller
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends for a delightful evening of live music\, dinner\, craft drinks\, convivial company – and the joy of supporting a great cause\, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra!  \n5 pm: Social Hour begins; come in time to meet friends! Enjoy your choice\, gratis\, of one tasty Summit draft brew or craft root beer\, plus complimentary soft drinks and more options for purchase. \n5:45 pm: Buffet Dinner from Cossetta – Lasagna and hearty salad (both with vegetarian options)\, plus rolls\, sweets and coffee. \n6:30 pm: Entertainment by The Eclectics\, an acoustic string trio starring John Bergquist on bass\, Nick Martin on fiddle and Phil Nusbaum on banjo – who in two lively sets will have us all smiling with an array of traditional fiddle tunes\, bluegrass and a few original\, envelope-pushing instrumentals.  \nLocation: Summit Brewing Ratskeller\, 910 Montreal Circle\, St. Paul\, near the junction of 35E and Highway 5/West Seventh.  \nCost:  $60 per person\, payable online or by sending check. \nWe can’t wait to see you ~ \nSkol\, Prost\, Ein Prosit! \nGet tickets: $60 per person
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LOCATION:Summit Ratskeller\, 910 Montreal Circle\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Winter Lectures by Daniel Freeman: Donizetti\, The Daughter of the Regiment (Jan 18\, Jan 25\, Feb 1\, Feb 8)
DESCRIPTION:Because the first two sessions planned for this engaging four-week series could not meet due to inclement weather\, Dr. Daniel Freeman and the Friends adjusted the schedule – extending into the first two weeks of February – to keep the series complete! \nThe focus: Donizetti’s ever-popular comic opera\, The Daughter of the Regiment. It’s a delight to study\, whether or not you’re also attending the Minnesota Opera’s February performances! \nTime\, place: Wednesdays\, January 18 to February 8; 10 am to 12 noon\, at House of Hope Presbyterian Church\, 797 Summit Ave.\, Saint Paul.\nCost: $120 for the full four-week series\, or $30 per single session. No refunds.\nAttend: Purchase tickets for remaining dates below. Or come to the lecture without reserving! \nJanuary 18 –  $30\nJanuary 25 –  $30\nFebruary 1 –  $30\nFebruary 8 –  $30 \nFour-part series –  $120
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/winter-lectures-2023/
LOCATION:The House of Hope Presbyterian Church\, 797 Summit Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55105\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fall Freeman Lecture Series: Handel’s Concertos
DESCRIPTION:This three-week series\, taught by Dr. Daniel Freeman\, will focus on Handel’s concertos. \nDates: October 26\, November 2\, November 9\nTime\, place: Wednesdays; 10 am to 12 noon\, at House of Hope Presbyterian Church\, 797 Summit Avenue\, Saint Paul.\nCost: $90 for the full three-week series\, or $30 per single session. No refunds.\nRegister: Purchase tickets below. \nOctober 26 $30\nNovember 2 $30\nNovember 9 $30\nThree-part series $90
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/fall-freeman-lecture-series-handels-concertos-2022-11-08/
LOCATION:The House of Hope Presbyterian Church\, 797 Summit Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55105\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fall Freeman Lecture Series: Handel’s Concertos
DESCRIPTION:This three-week series\, taught by Dr. Daniel Freeman\, will focus on Handel’s concertos. \nDates: October 26\, November 2\, November 9\nTime\, place: Wednesdays; 10 am to 12 noon\, at House of Hope Presbyterian Church\, 797 Summit Avenue\, Saint Paul.\nCost: $90 for the full three-week series\, or $30 per single session. No refunds.\nRegister: Purchase tickets below. \nOctober 26 $30\nNovember 2 $30\nNovember 9 $30\nThree-part series $90
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/fall-freeman-lecture-series-handels-concertos/2022-10-26/
LOCATION:The House of Hope Presbyterian Church\, 797 Summit Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55105\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bella Italia ~ Wine and Song
DESCRIPTION:A beautiful evening with Marcus Hanson – wine educator\, singer and entertainer extraordinaire – leading our exploration of Italy’s wines. Our first fundraiser of the season\, to enjoy in person\, with light bites\, at a great restaurant! \nReserve by October 10! \nJoin the Friends of the SPCO for a delightful in-person event – an evening of sampling Italian wines\, enjoying light bites and being serenaded with romantic opera arias by our skilled sommelier\, Marcus Hanson. Bring your family and friends to this gathering! Include all who enjoy learning about wine\, enjoying tasty nibbles and hearing charming vocal performances. Take extra pleasure in knowing your reservation supports our wonderful SPCO. And remember to RSVP by October 10. \nGet Tickets by October 10: $65 \nPay online or by check.
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/bella-italia-wine-and-song/
LOCATION:Bella Italia\, 644 Bayfield Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220606T110000
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SUMMARY:Annual Meeting and Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Inviting all members\, guests and music lovers in general – join us for our annual celebration at the beautiful Pool and Yacht Club! \n11:00 am: Registration and Social Time\n11:30 am: Annual Meeting\n12 Noon: Luncheon \nOur special program will feature Cassie Pilgrim\, principal oboe of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra. \nQuestions\, dietary restrictions? Contact Andrea McCue (steveand1968@gmail.com) \nAddress: Pool and Yacht Club\, 1600 Lilydale Road\, St. Paul. \nNote: You are welcome to use the Pool and Yacht Club’s complimentary valet parking. To access it and have only a short distance to walk\, drive up the ramp approaching the Club entrance. \nTickets\n$35 per person (purchase tickets online below). To purchase by mail\, click here.\nPlease RSVP by May 30 if by mail\, or by June 1 if online. \nPlease include your name and address\, names of guests\, e-mail and phone.
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/annual-meeting-and-luncheon/
LOCATION:Pool and Yacht Club\, 1600 Lilydale Road\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
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SUMMARY:Delightful and De-Lovely: Cole Porter
DESCRIPTION:A special Zoom fundraising event for Friends of the SPCO\nTuesday\, April 26\n7 to 8:30 pm  \nA sensational evening of Cole Porter’s music\nled by Andrea Leap\, with Jerry Rubino on piano.\nHere’s a rare chance to explore the genius of Cole Porter and discover how he composed one unforgettable song after another\, injecting wit here\, tender emotion there—and in so many instances\, adding sizeable helpings of fun. \nOur performers—singer-teacher Andrea Leap leading on vocals\, and singer-pianist Jerry Rubino at the keyboard—first reveal Porter’s craft\, then offer a sparkling performance. This terrific duo will also welcome your questions and comments before the show ends. \nThis event is offered on Zoom\, so you and your friends can take part in it from any location. Join us – and support the SPCO by supporting the Friends! \nTickets: $50 per household. If possible\, please purchase by noon on April 25.\nLink to join Zoom event will be provided via email approximately 24 hours before the event begins. \nPurchase online (below) or by mail. \nRecording: Can’t attend? Select the “recording-only” option to receive a link to watch this session later. Recordings are available for 2 weeks from the date of the session .
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Board members will meet in the community room at 745 Grand Ave.\, Saint Paul. \nMeeting begins at 10:00 a.m.
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/board-meeting-9/2021-09-20/
LOCATION:Wentworth Library (Dakota County) – Library Community Room\, 199 Wentworth Avenue East\, St Paul\, MI\, 55118\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T163000
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SUMMARY:Escape the Winter Covid Blues
DESCRIPTION:Summer Down Under\nWine Tasting and Opera Virtual Happy Hour\nFeaturing Australian and New Zealand Wines\nHosted by Marcus Hanson\, Minister of Wine \nMarcus Hanson\, “Minister of Wine\,” will delight guests by presenting fun facts about the wines along with singing popular opera arias! \nFebruary 3\, 2021 | 4:30-6:00 PM \nCost: $45 per household\, plus cost of 3 bottles of wine \nPurchase the following wines at Top Ten Liquors\n(Roseville\, Vadnais Heights\, Woodbury\, Rosemount\, Blaine\, St. Louis Park) \n\nRanga Ranga Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough\, New Zealand) – $14\nShoofly Shiraz (South Australia) – $13\nPenley ‘Phoenix’ Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra\, Austalia) – $20\n\nTickets\nOn sale now til January 31. Upon purchasing a ticket you will be sent a Zoom link for the event. \nOnline: Buy now using the form below. \nCheck: Please send check to the following address: \nFriends of the SPCO\nATTN: Cecil Chally\n2218 Hoyt Ave.\nSt. Paul\, MN 55108
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: The 21st Annual Conversation with Books
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE \n THE 21ST ANNUAL\nCONVERSATION WITH BOOKS\nSponsored by the Friends of The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra \n\n \n\nThis is the perfect time to sit down with a good book.   Check out our list of books to be discussed . \n\nFiction:\nThe Great Believers. Makkai\, Rebecca. Penguin Random House\, 2018\nSong of Solomon. Morrison\, Toni. Vintage Books\, 2004\nBright Morning Stars. O’Reilley\, Mary Rose. Brighthorse Books\, 2018\nThe Overstory. Powers\, Richard. W.W. Norton & Company\, Inc.\, 2018\nOn Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous. Vuong\, Ocean. Penguin Press\, 2019 \nNon-Fiction:\nHope in the Struggle. Johnson\, Josie. University of Minnesota Press\, 2019\nThe Source of Self-Regard. Morrison\, Toni. Alfred A. Knopf\, 2019\nFirst: Sandra Day O’Connor. Thomas\, Evan. Random House\, 2019\nDear America: Notes of an Undocumented Citizen. Vargas\, Jose Antonio.  Dey Street Books\, 2018 \nPoetry:\nWhat Sweetness from Salt. Conley\, Francine. Finishing Line Press\, 2019
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/save-the-date-the-21st-annual-conversation-with-books/
LOCATION:Mount Zion Temple\, 1300 Summit Ave.\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Beauty and Brilliance - the Beethoven Piano sonatas
DESCRIPTION:Due to the Covid-19 outbreak\, we regret to inform you that this lecture series has been cancelled. \nQuestions? Mary Patton: 651. 457.8848 or Ellen Lillemoen: mailto.4.eclill@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/beauty-and-brilliance-the-beethoven-piano-sonatas-2/2020-04-08/
LOCATION:The House of Hope Presbyterian Church\, 797 Summit Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55105\, United States
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SUMMARY:AND THE WINNERS ARE...
DESCRIPTION:CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS OF THE\nNINTH ANNUAL SPCO YOUTH CHAMBER MUSIC (VIRTUAL) COMPETITION! \nSENIOR DEIVISION \nFirst Place and  Grand Prize winner:  The Rivendell Trio \n  \nSecond Place: Fiati Quintet \n  \nThird Place:  Trio Luminoso \n  \nJudges Discretionary Prize: Lobkowicz Quartet \nJUNIOR DIVISION \nFirst Place: Andromeda Strings \n  \nSecond Place: Quartet Spiritoso \n  \nSecond Place: The Kana Trio \nThere are two second place winners this year \n  \nCongratulations to all these talented young musicians! \nYou can hear all these award winning performances by visiting\nhttp://thespcm.org/competition\nand clicking on the YouTube link \n 
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SUMMARY:THE SPCO YOUTH CHAMBER MUSIC COMPETITION HAS GONE VIRTUAL!
DESCRIPTION:We have great news regarding the 9th Annual SPCO Youth Chamber Music Competition.  We have gone virtual! \nAll seven finalist ensembles have submitted videos of their performances to the competition judges and the results will be announced the week of April 6.  We will also be posting the videos online for you to enjoy.  We are thrilled to be able to showcase the talent and musicality of these amazing young musicians! \n\nBe sure to watch your email for the competition results and links.
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/the-spco-youth-chamber-music-competition-has-gone-virtual/
LOCATION:thespcm.org/competition
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Don Giovanni - Mozart's Bad Boy of Opera
DESCRIPTION:Often called the “opera of all operas\,” Mozart’s Don Giovanni stands out as one of the greatest operas ever composed.  Dr. Daniel Freeman will teach this fun and informative 4-week lecture series.The Minnesota Opera will perform Don Giovann from March 2 – 12\, 2020.   Classes will be held on January  8\, 15\, 22 and 29.  $35/class or $110 f0r the series for members of the Friends\, or $40/cliass or $130 for the series for non-members. All are welcome! \nQuestions?  Contact Mary Patton: 651.457.8848 or Ellen Lilllemoen: msilto:mailto:4eclill@gmail.com \nIf a class is cancelled due to inclement weather\, no refunds will be issued
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/don-giovanni-mozarts-bad-boy-of-opera/2020-01-08/
LOCATION:The House of Hope Presbyterian Church\, 797 Summit Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55105\, United States
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SUMMARY:A MUSICAL FLIGHT
DESCRIPTION:  \nSOLD OUT \nJoin the Friends for a special evening of music\, food and wine at Holman’s Table at historic Holman Field \n(the  Saint Paul Downtown Airport). The evening will include a performance by SPCO horn players \nJames Ferree and Matthew Wilson. \nLight refreshments include wine and beer\, hot and cold hors d’oeuvres\, small desserts and coffee \nMonday\, November 11\, 2019 \nHolman’s Table – 644 Bayfield Street \nSaint Paul\, MN 55107 \nRSVP by November 4  –  Attendance is limited \nTickets:  $45 \nPurchase tickets here:  http://friendsflight.eventbrite.com \nIf you prefer to pay by check\, copy or print the form below and send to:   Ann Miller\, 618 Monn Ave.\, Saint Paul\, MN 55127 \nName_______________________________Email___________________________ \nPhone_______________________________Number of guests________________ \nAmount enclosed______________________ \nQuestions?  mailto:madamecj@aol.com \n 
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/a-musical-flight/
LOCATION:Bella Italia\, 644 Bayfield Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T011617
CREATED:20190615T201323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T061352Z
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SUMMARY:Discovering Russian Composers - Mussorgsky\, Borodin and Rimsky-Korsakov
DESCRIPTION:These three brilliant composers strove to create a distinct Russian classical  music that reflected their own country’s musical roots. Listen to their masterpieces and learn about their lives.  Dr. Daniel Freeman will teach this informative and entertaining 4-week lecture series. All are welcome. \nOctober 23 and 30\, November 6 and 13 \nMembers of the Friends: $35/class or $110/series \nNon-members: $40/class or $130 series \nContact Mary Patton: 651.457.8848 \nEllen Lilllemoen: mailto:4.eclill@gmail.com \nCall  church for possible cancellations: 651.227.6311.  No refunds. \n  \n 
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/discovering-russian-composers-mussorgsky-borodin-and-rimsky-korsakov/2019-10-23/
LOCATION:The House of Hope Presbyterian Church\, 797 Summit Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
GEO:44.9419151;-93.133193
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191021T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T011617
CREATED:20190919T215749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190919T221427Z
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SUMMARY:October Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Board members will meet in the Community Room at 745 Grand Ave.\, Saint Paul.  Social: 9:30 a.m..  Meeting begins at 10:00 a.m.
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/october-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Community Room (Betty Andrews)\, 745 Grand Ave.\, Saint Paul\, 55105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
GEO:44.9403171;-93.1316647
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190604T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T011617
CREATED:20180914T145412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T042954Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of the SPCO Annual Meeting and Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends on June 4\, 2019 for the Annual Meeting and Luncheon at the beautiful Mendakota Country Club.  This event welcomes all members of the Friends and their guests.  Please RSVP by May 28\, 2019. \n11:00 a.m. – Registration \n11:15 – Annual Meeting \n11:45 – Social \nNoon – Luncheon \nThere will be a special musical program by Charles Ullery\,  \nformer principal Bassoonist of the SPCO \nPurchase tickets online:  \nhttp://friendsspco2019.eventbrite.com \nIf you prefer to pay by check \nplease send your check\, payable to Friends of the SPCO\,  \n  to Jo Bailey\, 1033 Century Ave.\, Newport\, MN 55055. \nPlease include your name\, names of guests\, email and phone. \nQuestions or dietary requests? \nmailto:djahrens@comcast.net \nmailto:joann.bailey@baileynursery.com \n  \n 
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/friends-annual-luncheon-and-meeting/
LOCATION:Mendakota Country Club\, 2075 Mendakota Dr\, Mendota Heights\, MN\, 55120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
GEO:44.8799192;-93.1349708
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T011617
CREATED:20190104T232922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190507T221157Z
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SUMMARY:Friends' Sponsored Concert and Reception
DESCRIPTION:The SPCO concert of May 18 will be sponsored by the Friends.  Des Moines Symphony Academy Quartet\, the Grand Prize winners of the 2019 SPCO Youth Chamber Music Competition\, will be performing Ravel and at Beethoven at 7:00 p.m onstage in the Ordway Concert Hall before the SPCO concert begins. Host Chuck Ullery will also be interviewing the quartet.  Don’t miss this opportunity to hear these talented young musicians! The SPCO performance will be followed by a wine and cheese reception to celebrate this year’s competition.  
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/friends-sponsored-concert/
LOCATION:Ordway Concert Hall\, 345 Washington St.\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102
CATEGORIES:Public Events
GEO:44.9446252;-93.0978004
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T011617
CREATED:20190115T040419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190412T024834Z
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SUMMARY:Conversation with Books
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends and bring your guests to our annual Conversation with Books.  A panel of enthusiastic readers from Saint Catherine University will present and discuss a list of books\, new and old favorites\, for you to add to your summer reading list.   Spread the word and share this event with your friends and book clubs!  Refreshments will be served.  Mark your calendars for May 7\, 2019 for this popular event.  Tickets:  $25 General Admission or $20 for members of the  Friends of the SPCO \nNEW VENUE!  This year’s event will be held at Mount Zion Temple\, 1300 Summit Avenue\, Saint Paul\, 55105 \nThe 2019 Conversation with Books list: \n\nParable of the Sower by Octavia Butler\, 1993\, fiction\nMean Spirit by Linda Hogan\, 1990\, fiction\nAn American Marriage byTayari Jones\, 2018\, fiction\nClock Dance by Anne Tyler\, 2018\, fiction\nKillers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI         \n by David Grann\, 2017\, nonfiction\nThe Art of the Wasted Day by Patricia Hampl\, 2018\, nonfiction\nBarracoon: The Story of the Last “Black Cargo” by Zora Neale Hurston\, 2018\, nonfiction\nRising: Dispatches from the New American Shore by Elizabeth Rush\, 2018\, nonfiction\nDon’t Call Us Dead by Danez Smith\, 2017\,  poetry\n\nTO REGISTER AND PAY ONLINE:  click here \n                                                                                                                                                                                                              \n  \n 
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/conversation-with-books/
LOCATION:Mount Zion Temple\, 1300 Summit Ave.\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
GEO:44.9406787;-93.1556527
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T011617
CREATED:20190125T000713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190411T041805Z
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SUMMARY:FASHION\, FUN AND FRIENDS IS ON!
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nPUT ON YOUR SNOW BOOTS\, DRIVE SAFELY AND JOIN US FOR A CELEBRATION OF SPRING!  Join  the Friends of the SPCO for a special afternoonluncheon and fashion show!  Bring your friends to the beautiful University Club of Saint Paul\,  Enjoy cocktails in the sunny lounge\, followed by lunch and a fashion show and Pop-Up Shop.   Unique and stylish clothing and accessories will be presented by Scarborough Fair of Saint Anthony Park.  Step into spring in perfect style!  RSVp by April 3. \nPurchase tickets:  http://friendsfashion.eventbrite.com   \nTo register by mail:  https://www.friendsofthespco.org/fashion-fun-friends-mail-in-form/
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/friends-fun-and-fashion/
LOCATION:University Club of Saint Paul\, 420 Summit Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
GEO:44.9410707;-93.1174029
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190403T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T011617
CREATED:20180914T145410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190317T181350Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Joseph "Papa" Haydn - Father of the Symphony
DESCRIPTION:APRIL 3\, 10\, 17 and 24\, 2019.   Learn about the fascinating life of Joseph  “Papa” Haydn\, also known as the Father of the Symphony. This informative and entertaining 4-week lecture series will be taught by Dr. Daniel Freeman.\nClasses are $30/class for members or $100 for the series and $35/class and $120/series for non-members All are welcome! \nQuestions?  Contact Ellen Lilllemoen: mailto: 4.eclill@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/lecture-franz-josef-haydn-father-of-the-symphony/2019-04-03/
LOCATION:The House of Hope Presbyterian Church\, 797 Summit Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
GEO:44.9419151;-93.133193
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190211T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T011617
CREATED:20181119T182406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190208T213800Z
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SUMMARY:MUSIC AT THE MUSEUM
DESCRIPTION:This event is almost sold out.  Only 2 tickets remaining online as of 2/7/19 \nJoin the Friends for a special evening of music and art at the beautiful Minnesota Museum of American Art (the M).  The evening will include a performance by SPCO musicians Lynn Erickson (trumpet) and Alicia McQuerrey (flute).  Executive Director of the M\, Kristin Makholm\, will offer a tour of the newly renovated museum.  Wine and light refreshments will be served.  Attendance is limited.  RSVP by February 7.   Tickets are $40.  Purchase here: https://friendsmuseum2019.eventbrite.com \nIf you prefer to pay by check\, please send your check made out to Friends of the SPCO to Ann Miller\, 618 Monn Ave.\, Vadnais Hts.\, MN 55127. Please  include your email\, phone number and number or reservations.  Questions?  Contact  madamecj@aol.com \n 
URL:https://fspco-archive.triplo.co/event/music-at-the-museum/
LOCATION:Minnesota Museum of American Art\, 350 Robert St N\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
GEO:44.9471058;-93.0903602
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